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Friday, June 30 (119 stories)
PUCO requests state help for Youngstown Thermal
Youngstown Thermal’s dire financial situation has led the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to formally ask Attorney General Mike DeWine to appoint a receiver for the utility.
OSHP Canfield post doubles OVI citations over last year
Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol have more than doubled the amount of arrests on charges of operating under the influence in a one-month period over the same period in 2016.
Pat Ungaro tiptoeing into retirement
Pat Ungaro, former Youngstown mayor, insists one day he will retire for good. Just not right now.
Escaped elephant strolls through Wisconsin neighborhood
The pachyderm was a startling sight for residents of one small Wisconsin neighborhood.
Sources: Pacers trade George to Thunder
Two people with knowledge of the details say the Indiana Pacers have agreed to trade Paul George to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Victor Oladipo and Domantas Sabonis.
Boardman's new chief expects seamless transition to new job
Although he’s worked for a federal agency for nearly 20 years, the township’s next police chief believes his transition into his new role will be seamless.
Canfield High team excels at national speech tourney
Canfield High School isn’t a stranger to speech and debate success, but even by its standards, the performance at this year’s national tournament was exceptional.
Bond set at $50K for Boone, accused of stabbing wife at bar
Bond is set at $50,000 for a man accused of stabbing his wife early Friday at a bar in the 3000 block of Southern Boulevard.
Well that caused Valley's 2011 4.0 quake to be plugged
North Star Disposal Services LLC has received permission to plug and abandon the Northstar I injection well that was blamed for the 4.0 earthquake Dec. 31, 2011, and other smaller quakes.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Criticism mounts over Ivanka's silence in face of dad's attacks on women
Emily’s List President Stephanie Schriock said Ivanka has 'never been one who stood up when it mattered most.'
UPDATE | Mayor: 1 doctor dead, several fighting for lives
Police: Multiple people shot inside New York City hospital
Pence COS resigns, replaced by leader of right-wing, pro-Trump group
Vice President Mike Pence’s chief of staff will leave the White House and be replaced by a Pence campaign adviser who has been helping a pro-Trump group.
Groups challenge US plan to lift grizzly bear protections
Groups challenge US plan to lift grizzly bear protections
UPDATE | PUCO sends Youngstown Thermal into receivership
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has approved the PUCO staff's recommendation to have the Ohio attorney general approve a receiver for Youngstown Thermal.
Centene to fill Missouri insurance void left by Blue Cross
Centene to fill Missouri insurance void left by Blue Cross
Judge orders Sunoco pipeline protesters off own property
Judge orders Sunoco pipeline protesters off own property
Trump’s Labor Dept wants salary to count on overtime rule
Trump’s Labor Dept wants salary to count on overtime rule
Kasich faces Friday deadline to sign budget, issue vetoes
Kasich faces Friday deadline to sign budget, issue vetoes
Werth will take over Nichols role in Boardman PD in January
Werth will take over Nichols role in Boardman PD in January
US stock indexes broadly higher in early trading; oil rises
US stock indexes broadly higher in early trading; oil rises
You are about to read a robbery story that defies logic
You are about to read a robbery story that defies logic
Mazda car parking brake may not hold, company issues recall
Mazda car parking brake may not hold, company issues recall
Man waits month before telling police he was robbed
Man waits month before telling police he was robbed
The Latest: South Korean president returning to White House
The Latest: South Korean president returning to White House
Semi hits vehicles stopped in construction zone on I-76, one dead, 4 injured
Orrin Hill, retired Jackson Township police chief, was working in his yard Thursday morning when he heard an explosion coming from Interstate 76.
Area youngsters learn tennis at JCC camp
The camp is a collaboration between United Way, Israel Tennis Centers and Success After 6.
Youngstown schools Mohip’s ties to firm from his Chicago past face questions
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown school board’s finance committee
Mooney’s Beck still has his feet in game
While some hang up the cleats after college, Poland native Tom Beck is still going strong in Cleveland.
Kluber strikes out 12 in win over Rangers
Indians ace has 10 or more strikeouts in last three starts
Boardman trustees select FBI agent to replace outgoing police chief
Todd Werth, head of Youngstown FBI office, to be Boardman’s next police chief
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers homer twice in win over Black Bears
Scrappers homer twice in win over Black Bears GRANVILLE, W.Va. Simeon Lucas and Nolan Jones each
Local entrepreneur’s wine to appear on Walmart shelves
Marisa Sergi’s RedHead Red wine will be on shelves at several Ohio Walmarts come fall.
class b baseball | Thursday’s games
18u Roth Brothers 10, DuraEdge 0 Mike Grazier had two hits and an RBI, Tim Sumner had two hits
Artist to perform on Stambaugh pipe organ
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN New York-based organist Mark Pacoe will come to Stambaugh Auditorium on
More Steve Carell but fewer ideas in ‘Despicable Me 3’ What’s new with Gru
By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer One of the many – and we mean many – subplots in
Lady Gaga prepares for tour
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Whether it’s at a bar or baseball park, Lady Gaga
Austintown case highlights challenges of overdose epidemic
Woman who overdosed in February overdosed again last week
Youngstown Thermal hints at energy crisis
Youngstown Thermal CEO Carl Avers has been adamant this week that his company's customers shouldn’t fear losing service, despite reports of financial woes. But the company conveyed a different story to the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio earlier this month.
METRO DIGEST || Chalk on Walk today
Chalk on Walk today WARREN Trumbull Art Gallery and the Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County
Hilltoppers donate to Angels for Animals
Hilltop Elementary School students in Marie Rupert’s third-grade class became mini entrepreneurs as they created their own business.
Jessica Dutko and Daniel Smith plan summer wedding
Miss Jessica Dutko of Boardman and Mr. Daniel Smith of Kinsman are engaged and planning to marry at
Area Scouters receive council’s highest award
Four area Scouters from Mahoning and Trumbull Counties have earned the highest award a Boy Scout
Jenna Kalosky v Nicholas Shulte
Jenna Kalosky and Nicholas Shulte were married Oct. 22, 2016, in an afternoon ceremony at St.
Boardman Center Intermediate School Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period
Sixth Grade High Honor Roll Shahed Abbadi Benjamin Ams Frank Bartolec Julia Basista
Fireworks in Ohio recalled over safety
Fireworks in Ohio recalled over safety WASHINGTON The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Poland Community Briefs
Holiday closing at libraries All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County
Online school loses its argument in court
Associated Press COLUMBUS One of the nation’s largest online charter schools has lost another
July is National Ice Cream Month, and here’s the scoop on best places to get the treat in
July is National Ice Cream Month, and here’s the scoop on best places to get the treat in Ohio.
Kvitova favored despite lingering issues from stabbing
Petra Kvitova still has not regained full strength in her left hand.
Steep slide
Associated Press A steep slide in technology companies pulled U.S. stocks lower Thursday, erasing
Valley Rep. Ryan renews criticism of Pelosi and her leadership team
Opinion: After Democrats greatly underperformed in the November 2016 election, U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan placed
Average US mortgage rates flat to lower
Associated Press WASHINGTON Long-term U.S. mortgage rates were unchanged to lower this week, as
Tripplet on top after round 1
The witch on her broomstick that graces the Salem Country Club logo could hardly concoct a spell so scary as the blood-red scoreboard from the first round of the U.S. Senior Open
Report: Over half of hate crimes in US go unreported
Associated Press WASHINGTON Most victims of hate crimes don’t report them to police, according
Murdoch takeover bid for Sky delayed for extra scrutiny
Murdoch takeover bid for Sky delayed for extra scrutiny LONDON Britain’s government stalled
Gardening talk planned
Gardening talk planned warren The Trumbull County Historical Society will host a talk at 2 p.m.
Travel ban takes effect but less chaos expected
Associated Press WASHINGTON A scaled-back version of President Donald Trump’s travel ban took
‘Dangerous’ video shoot ends in death
Associated Press HALSTAD, Minn. A Minnesota woman charged with fatally shooting her boyfriend in
It’s D-Day for Kasich on Medicaid expansion
Associated Press COLUMBUS Republican legislators in Ohio are bracing for a veto fight with GOP
West Boulevard Elementary School Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period
Grade Two Bug Club Gage Batton Frankie Butto Tanner Dravecky Reagan Knapick Nevaeh
Plan would expand drilling in Arctic, Atlantic
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration said Thursday it is taking steps to expand
PATRIOTIC EVENTS
All events are on Independence Day on Tuesday unless otherwise noted. MAHONING COUNTY
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days.
Applications for jobless aid rise, but are still low
Associated Press WASHINGTON Slightly more people sought U.S. unemployment benefits last week,
North Korea and trade on agenda for US-S. Korea talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON South Korea’s new leader dined with President Donald Trump at the
Trump gets it from all sides for trash-talking MSNBC hosts
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump launched a crude Twitter attack on the
High winds knock out power to Valley customers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued late Thursday for Columbiana
Murder suspect indicted on grand theft charges
Austin Burke is accused of stealing a car in February
Struthers school board appoints superintendent, principals
Superintendent hired after interim period.
King queen of the pool in U.S. championships
Lilly King set an American record in the women’s 50-meter breaststroke.
Durant declines to opt into deal with Warriors
When the season ended, Durant made it clear he plans to stay with the Warriors.
A big win for Trump
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The story line is that President Donald Trump has no respect
State BOE sharpens claws to help students, taxpayers
Editorial: The long tarnished image of Ohio’s network of charter schools just got a much needed dash of
Cassandra Best v George Stevens
Cassandra Best and George Stevens were married at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at Holy Family Parish where
Miss McBride, Mr. Marstellar plan July vows
Shannon McBride and Kevin Marstellar, both of Austintown, are engaged and planning a July 8 wedding.
Local Scouters receive council’s highest award
Four area Scouters from Mahoning and Trumbull Counties have earned the highest award a Boy Scout
Canfield Community Briefs
Holiday closing at libraries All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County
CHC kindergartners perform “E-I-E-I Oops”
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School kindergarten students of
Readers take coffee break with best-selling author
Book lovers united at the Austintown library on June 13 to meet New York Times Best-Selling author Sara Shepard.
Children’s program is out of this world
Children took a trip to different planets during the Astounding Astronomy with COSI program on June 13 at the Boardman library.
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants summer sports news Summer athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Preschoolers visit library for story time
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Children in the pre-kindergarten class at Canfield United
Austintown Community Briefs
Holiday closing at libraries All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County
Residents reminisce about high school prom
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Residents celebrated like they were back in high
Poland School Board approves new principals
The Poland Board of Education voted on June 12 to hire two new principals who will lead Poland
Robinwood Lane Elementary School Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period
Grade One High Honor Roll Hashim Al Turman Noah Belgin Evan Cunningham Connor Ferris
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants summer sports news Summer athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Canfield Fair adds country music star Chris Young
Grammy-nominated country artist Chris Young will headline a show at the 2017 Canfield Fair on Sept.
MCCTC Information Technology students compete at national competition
Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center traveled to
June 12
June 12 Theft: Medications were stolen after a Fedex delivery at a home in the 100 block of N.
Boardman Community Briefs
Holiday closing at libraries All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County
Dr. Kirsten Midgley v Dr. Kurt Wagner
Dr. Kirsten Joan Midgley and Dr. Kurt Erik Wagner were married March 24 at The Inn at Little
Area adult Scouters receive council’s highest award
Four area Scouters from Mahoning and Trumbull Counties have earned the highest award a Boy Scout
Canfield students shine at annual art show
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Families, friends, students, community members and art
Wizards begin training at Hogwarts Summer School
Children practiced magic at the Hogwarts Summer School on June 21 at the Poland library.
Club created over love of classic cars
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club is an club
Children’s science program astronomical
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children took a trip to different planets during
Boardman Alumni Association celebrates 100 years together
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman Alumni Association hosted a
Poland North students end school year in fun ways
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland North Preschool students brought the
Children create kites on canvas
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children at the Poland library worked on their
Thursday, June 29 (91 stories)
Local winemaker's blend accepted for sale in Ohio Walmarts
Marisa Sergi wrote her in memory book when she was in fifth grade that she wanted to be a winemaker.
Youngstown FBI agent to be Boardman's new chief
Todd Werth, head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Youngstown office, will be Boardman’s next police chief.
Mom gets 4 years after admitting she punched baby, threw him into a crib
Prosecutors said a woman sentenced Thursday to four years in prison for abusing her son began abusing him almost from the time he came home from the hospital after his birth.
Double-overdose illustrates Austintown police's struggles with opioid epidemic
Austintown Police Department received crime-lab results from a February overdose the day after the victim overdosed for the second time.
Acquaintances renewed at 19th Struthers Day today
Every few minutes or so Tracy Mason would look up from her booth at Struthers Day Thursday evening to greet an acquaintance.
Judge Krichbaum alters decision to agree to sentence
It is not easy to change the mind of Judge R. Scott Krichbaum, especially after it’s made up.
Family of woman killed at mall upset at today's sentence
Family members of a 65-year-old woman who was run over and killed in November in a Southern Park Mall parking lot were unhappy Thursday after the man charged in her death pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide.
UPDATE | Victims identified in I-76 crash
The Ohio State Highway Patrol identified Mark Schaas of New Castle as the person who was killed in a five-vehicle crash at about 10:45 a.m. on Interstate 76.
Boardman officials select FBI agent as next police chief
Boardman officials select FBI agent as next police chief
Youngstown Foundation, BGCY team up for new teen lounge
The Youngstown Foundation donated $28,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown, and on Thursday, the two organizations celebrated the impact of the funds.
Thermal tells PUCO it needs help or downtown energy is in peril
Thermal tells PUCO it needs help or energy supply crisis coming
Mom pregnant with twins gets prison time for child abuse
Mom pregnant with twins gets prison time for child abuse
Man pleads guilty in case of woman killed in mall parking lot
Man pleads guilty in case of woman killed in mall parking lot
Prosecutors' lips sealed after seeking 3-year sentence in Poland man's case
Prosecutors' lips sealed after seeking 3-year sentence in Poland man's case
MLB umpire Tumpane rescues woman on Pittsburgh bridge
MLB umpire Tumpane rescues woman on Pittsburgh bridge
South Korean leader to dine with Trump, meet top lawmakers
South Korean leader to dine with Trump, meet top lawmakers
President ridicules female TV host’s looks, calls her crazy
President ridicules female TV host’s looks, calls her crazy
Markets Right Now: Indexes decline as tech stocks fall
Markets Right Now: Indexes decline as tech stocks fall
Rep. Tim Ryan calls for entire House Dem leadership team to resign
He says he’s frustrated with the party’s direction
Mooney junior-to-be among Greatest qualifiers
Keegan Butler, Hannah Keffler, Caleb Domitrovich and McKenzie Gustas earned spots in the finals.
Youngstown Thermal CEO says customers owe money
Four major customers owe the steam company money, which has led to financial difficulty.
Former foes in Warren mayor’s race unite to improve city
Former bitter rivals for Warren mayor set aside differences to improve Warren’s future
Bauer power: Tribe tops Rangers
Trevor Bauer pitched into the seventh inning and Michael Brantley drove in two runs.
Niles panel: Produce revised plan by deadline or face sanctions
Commission: Produce revised plan by deadline or face sanctions
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers fall to Bears in NY-PL action
Scrappers fall to Bears in NY-PL action GRANVILLE, W.VA. Julio Eusebio got Clark Scolamiero to
Cubs cut ties with Montero after catcher’s comment
Veteran put stolen base blame on Arrieta in post-game interview Associated Press washington
Library will join Campbell Schools’ activity center
The board expects to save money and better connect with the community by participating in the proposed facility
Packard Band presents Legacy Weekend shows
Staff report WARREN The Packard Band will present a series of free outdoor concerts on the South
Osuna, Bell lead Pirates over Rays
Jose Osuna doubled twice and drove in two runs and rookie Josh Bell hit his 15th homer.
Polka series will start at Avon Oaks with Box On
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com GIRARD Polka dances will return to the Mahoning Valley as
American Guild of Organists regional convention Apollo’s Fire, pipe organists to perform at gathering
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Great Lakes Regional Convention of the
Canfield’s A.C. Jones signs with country music label ON THE ROAD TO NASHVILLE
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Canfield native A.C. Jones is planning to
Boardman police accuse Youngstown man of punching pregnant woman
Youngstown man charged with felony domestic violence
‘Highly impaired’ Boardman man arrested twice within hours
Boardman police arrested the same man twice Wednesday morning
Coroner rules death of Akron man found in Berlin Lake a homicide
The body was discovered early Saturday by fishermen at Berlin Lake.
Vindy paper route shaped Poland family’s life
For the past 25 years, Gio and Jim Ramsey, their five children and eventually grandchildren delivered The Vindicator to their Poland neighborhood. The family is now retiring its route.
Local flavor
Local flavor Join us to learn about growing vegetables. We’ll share information about growing
Holes in rose leaves?
Holes in rose leaves? From tattered leaves to blighted flowers that turn brown, roses are having
Online charter school files complaint against state
Associated Press COLUMBUS One of the nation’s largest online charter schools is asking the Ohio
$65B Ohio budget adopted; Medicaid showdown looms
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s Republican-controlled Legislature approved a new two-year
Tighter airport security ordered
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Homeland Security Department is demanding that airlines around
Ford recalls big vans
Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. Ford is recalling more than 400,000 Transit vans and buses to
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
White men in charge
Opinion: By Edwin Dorn The Dallas Morning News Six weeks ago, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell
American, Saudi ‘princes’ reflect Trump’s foreign policy doctrine
Opinion: King Salman of Saudi Arabia just elevated his somewhat reckless 31-year-old son Prince Mohammed to
“Zoo” (10 p.m., CBS): Yes, we’re as surprised as anyone that “Zoo” is
“Zoo” (10 p.m., CBS): Yes, we’re as surprised as anyone that “Zoo” is back for a third summer. Now,
China frees three activists who probed Trump supplier
China frees three activists who probed Trump supplier GANZHOU, China The three Chinese
Busy weekend for film group
With its efforts beginning to bear fruit, the Youngstown Regional Film Commission is stepping up its
Cicada killers: Large, solitary wasps
By SARA SCUDIER OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer CANFIELD We will soon be seeing the
Bees, bees, wonderful bees! Pollinators
By DENISE ELLSWORTH OSU Extension pollinator specialist CANFIELD Many species act as
Wildlife Paddle
Wildlife Paddle When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon What: Join Arika Preas, a Mill Creek MetroParks
Lilac trees in bloom right now
Q. What’s the white tree blooming right now? It is a shorter tree, and I see it in lots of suburban
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Baby Driver (R) Writer-director Edgar Wright spins a music-fueled saga about a
LeBron, Showtime plan NBA documentary
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND LeBron James will help tell a story he’s still
US stock market makes biggest gain in 2 months
Associated Press The U.S. stock market notched its biggest gain in two months Wednesday, bouncing
‘Harry Potter’ at 20 years: a new generation of fans
By DEEPTI HAJELA Associated Press NEW YORK K’lyssa Moore wasn’t that much older than the
Warren Women’s Connection lunch set
Warren Women’s Connection lunch set warren Warren Women’s Connection, an affiliate of Stonecroft
Boardman police extradite felony theft suspect from North Carolina
Hubbard man allegedly wrote fake check for nearly $73,000
GOP touts lower premiums, but other insurance costs will rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans are touting lower premiums under their health care
Sex offender accused of attempting to burglarize homes
Suspect reportedly brought mail to people’s doors to determine whether they were home
BWC comes to Youngstown to hear from local employers
Representatives of Mahoning Valley employers stressed some of their concerns to the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation board on Wednesday.
Campground closes
Campground closes BERLIN CENTER Due to an issue with a wastewater system, Berlin Lake’s Mill
Rockets acquire Chris Paul
Chris Paul is heading to Houston to join James Harden, and the Rockets will soon have two All-Stars in the backcourt to lead their chase for a championship.
US issues new visa criteria for 6 Muslim nations
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration has set new criteria for visa applicants
White House reporter says he’s tired of being bullied
Associated Press NEW YORK The reporter who accused White House spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee
It’s over: Knicks have had their Phil of Jackson
Phil Jackson is out as New York Knicks president after he oversaw one of the worst eras in team history.
CANDIDATES
CANDIDATES Campbell, Sebring The charters of Campbell and Sebring require nonpartisan candidates
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Coitsville Township trustees, 9 a.m., trustee work study meeting, town hall, 3711
Death toll from tanker fire in Pakistan defines despair
Editorial: 2So said police officer Abdul Malik, in describing the carnage from a massive fuel tanker fire in
Wednesday, June 28 (93 stories)
Campaign foes join forces for good of Warren
Doug Franklin and Dennis Blank waged a slugfest of a campaign in 2015 when Franklin won re-election to a second term as mayor.
Friday marks the '30' for longtime Vindy delivery family
Residents of one township neighborhood can always count on their newspaper arriving bright and early, generally no later than 7:15 a.m.
New Hubbard balloon shop is family endeavor
Sharon Hayes’ new business is completely dependent on inflation.
Campbell library branch to be part of proposed rec center
The Campbell branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is committed to moving into Campbell City Schools’ proposed Activity Recreation and Cultural Center.
Boardman man arrested twice within hours this morning
A township man who police said was “highly impaired” was arrested twice within a few hours this morning.
Niles mayor ordered to produce new plan by July 25 to avoid sanctions
The Scarnecchia administration must produce a viable amended financial recovery plan by July 25 or face state-mandated sanctions that include a mandatory 15 percent cut in its budget – a slash that could mean reduced services and layoffs.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Australian cardinal at Vatican charged with sex abuse
Australian police charged a top Vatican cardinal on Thursday with multiple counts of historical sexual assault offenses, a stunning decision certain to rock the highest levels of the Holy See.
ACTION sponsoring discussion on racism with Youngstown mayoral candidates
ACTION sponsoring discussion on racism with Youngstown mayoral candidates
GOP touts lower premiums, but other insurance costs to rise
GOP touts lower premiums, but other insurance costs to rise
Ohio Senate OKs state budget with Medicaid enrollment limits
Ohio Senate OKs state budget with Medicaid enrollment limits
Prosecutors seek to keep charge against Pulse gunman’s wife
Prosecutors seek to keep charge against Pulse gunman’s wife
Boardman PD arrest 'highly impaired' 20-year-old-old twice today
Boardman PD arrest 'highly impaired' 20-year-old-old twice today
Death of man found in Berlin Lake ruled a homicide
Death of man found in Berlin Lake ruled a homicide
Online school asks Ohio court to block $60M state clawback
Online school asks Ohio court to block $60M state clawback
7 couples from same town charged with public benefits fraud
7 couples from same town charged with public benefits fraud
Former Trump campaign chairman registers as foreign agent
Former Trump campaign chairman registers as foreign agent
North Korea vows to execute former South Korean president
North Korea vows to execute former South Korean president
Venezuela: Helicopter strafes court in 'terrorist attack’
Venezuela: Helicopter strafes court in 'terrorist attack’
Markets Right Now: Stocks start higher as banks rise
Markets Right Now: Stocks start higher as banks rise
Campbell library will join proposed school activity center
Campbell library will join proposed school activity center
Attorney: Family investigated in 8 killings has cooperated
Attorney: Family investigated in 8 killings has cooperated
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman-Poland Road, will have homemade dinners to
PUCO investigating financial state of Youngstown Thermal
Youngstown Thermal, a steam heat and cooling system provider to several downtown buildings, indicated it is facing short term financial problems
Two head coaches better than one for Valley Christian
Jeff Hether and Jomont Ware will be co-head coaches for the Eagles.
BOE members outraged over Mohip's rejection of resolutions
The board unanimously passed two resolutions despite the district CEO’s denial.
Supreme Court to review betting
The justices will review a lower court ruling against the state, which is hoping to capture some of the estimated $150 billion that is illegally wagered on sports each year.
Former jail will become innovation center at YSU
The Mahoning County Commissioners approved the sale of the former minimum security jail to YSU for an innovation center.
Longtime Boardman restaurateur Anthony Saadey dies
Friends praised Saadey’s generosity and work ethic.
Report: USA Gymnastics’ policies muddled on abuse
For years, USA Gymnastics felt it aggressively safeguarded hundreds of thousands of athletes from sexual abuse.
Happy Birthday, Youngstown
More than 100 people came to the Tyler History Center Tuesday to celebrate 221 years of Youngstown.
Gold medalists steal show on Day 1 at Indy
Katie Ledecky keeps makes winning look easy. Nathan Adrian continues to prove experience matters when things get close.
‘Baby Driver’ is a toe-tapping, engine-revving jolt High gear in a hurry
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer There’s nothing like an epic getaway chase to kick a movie into
Platforms team up to fight terrorism
Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube announced plans Monday to team up to combat terrorism.
Salem man competes in Senior Olympics
Salem man competes in Senior Olympics westerville Randy Strader of Salem took second place in the
Trumbull commissioners expected to approve retire/rehire of county 911 director
Trumbull commissioners expected to approve retire/rehire of county 911 director
3 women face charges in Boardman patient's death
State investigation into nursing home death leads to charges
Suspects in Wildwood Drive drug bust plead not guilty
Three people arrested during Boardman drug raid appear in court
Painting and planting at Paul C. Bunn
Children’s book illustrator, author and artist Dar James led a nature-inspired afternoon with Paul C. Bunn Elementary students on Tuesday
Restored copper statues back atop courthouse
Ironworker Cliff Nelson prepares the rigging for a crane to lift restored copper statues back to the roof of the Mahoning County Courthouse Tuesday afternoon. The statues were removed from the roof in October 2010 as part of the courthouse restoration project.
Huge eighth inning helps Florida finish sweep of LSU
Associated Press omaha, neb. Florida scored four runs in the eighth inning to pull away from
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
Summer nutrition for kids
Hit a home run with essential nutrients for active kids Family Features With summer in full
Vintage Estate A world-class beer retailer (right in our back yard)
Mahoning Valley residents sometimes take for granted that we have one of the best craft-beer retailers in the universe right here in Vintage Estate Wine & Beer, affectionately known as VE.
Stay hydrated all summer long with rethinking what you drink
Family Features From barbecues and birthdays to concerts and cookouts, summertime is the perfect
METRO DIGEST || Missing man found safe
Warren police say a missing Champion man has been found safe.
Senate health care bill is reverse Robin Hood
Opinion: Senate health care bill is reverse Robin Hood They say that figures lie and liars figure. I’m
Top five albums on iTunes official music chart for the week ending June 22:
Top five albums on iTunes official music chart for the week ending June 22: v “Melodrama”: Lorde
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 28
Today is Wednesday, June 28, the 179th day of 2017. There are 186 days left in the year.
Two people arraigned in separate Trumbull murder cases
Two people arraigned in separate Trumbull murder cases
Maintain energy with simple and healthy summer snacking
Family Features As temperatures climb and summer sets in, a slight change in diet can help
Timeless Italian meals
Family Features Italian cuisine has influenced food culture around the world, and is often viewed
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Cops say woman with history of thefts steals hair highlights BETHLEHEM, Pa. A
SANDLOT RESULTS
SANDLOT RESULTS District 2 Ohio Little League Softball Tuesday’s results 8-10 Poland 11,
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Docket J. Bowers Construction Co. Inc. v. Legal Arts Properties LLC,
Vanderbilt football players shot trying to recover stolen phone
Two Vanderbilt football players were shot in what police are calling an “ill-conceived plan” to recover a teammate’s stolen cellphone.
Pentagon: ‘Active preparations’ for Syrian chemical attack
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon said Tuesday it has detected “active preparations” by
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce
Technology companies fall sharply, leading indexes lower
Associated Press Technology stocks led a broad slide in U.S. stocks Tuesday after a day of mostly
Few answers on travel ban as launch deadline looms
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration expects to launch a limited version of
Ex-Trump campaign chairman registers as foreign agent
Ex-Trump campaign chairman registers as foreign agent WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s former
washington Senate GOP puts off vote on health bill, imperils repeal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate GOP leaders abruptly shelved their long-sought health care
Google hit with record fine by EU, told to change its ways
Associated Press BRUSSELS After a seven-year legal battle, European authorities came down hard
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Rebecca Johnson and Derek Crislip, Niles, girl, June 25.
Greatest golfer of the valley | Today’s tee times at Mill Creek
9 a.m. Jenna Jacobson, Mill Creek Golf Course Gillian Cerimele, Flying B Golf Course 9:10
Jenna Fryer: It’s farewell, but not goodbye for Junior
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is becoming more reflective with each passing race.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson Milton school board, 6:30 p.m., regular meeting, high school building,
SANDLOT ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s games
Class B: 18-U Creekside Fitness 6, Knightline 4 Dom Pecchia had two hits including a double, an
Father of LSU star revives man
It has been a busy College World Series for Dr. Jerry Poche’, the father of star LSU pitcher Jared Poche’.
State approves permit to construct two injection wells in Brookfield Township
State approves permit to construct two injection wells in Brookfield Township
Cyberattack wallops Europe; spreads more slowly in US
Associated Press A new and highly virulent outbreak of data-scrambling software caused disruption
Retracted CNN story a boon for president at war with media
Associated Press NEW YORK For a president seemingly at perpetual war with “fake news,” the
Warren man sentenced to 28 months in prison for compelling prostitution
Warren man sentenced to 28 months in prison for compelling prostitution
Restoration strengthens safety, allure of courthouse
Editorial: More than 6 Ω years ago, the Mahoning County Courthouse lost its trademark Justice, Law, and
Companies keep enriching CEOs
Opinion: By Sam Pizzigati OtherWords Jeff Immelt, CEO of General Electric since 2001, is retiring. The
Ga. race hard to interpret
Opinion: By Mark Davis The Dallas Morning News Republicans and Democrats are clinging to the supposed
Tuesday, June 27 (107 stories)
Restaurateur Anthony Saadey dead at 69
Longtime Boardman restaurateur Anthony Saadey, 69, of Canfield, owner of Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center, died Tuesday in St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
3 women charged in 2015 patient death at Greenbrier
Three women are charged in a patient death at a township nursing home after a state investigation.
PUCO reviewing Youngstown Thermal's financial situation
Youngstown Thermal’s financial difficulty is now under review by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
Area residents celebrate Youngstown's birthday with party,tour
At just a week-and-a-half old, Virginia Freeze was celebrating 221 years of Youngstown Tuesday.
Public gets eye-level view of courthouse statues
The public got a close-up look at the restored copper statues taken from atop the Mahoning County Courthouse, downtown.
Commissioners OK sale of jail to YSU
Mahoning County commissioners on Tuesday authorized the sale of the county’s former minimum security jail to Youngstown State University for $525,000 for use as a collaborative innovation center.
I have no 'massa,' Youngstown BOE member complains about CEO
Youngstown Board of Education members were outraged Tuesday after district CEO Krish Mohip scrapped two resolutions that would have allowed participation in the Ohio School Boards Association Legal Assistance Fund.
3 arrested in 3rd drug raid at same Boardman house plead not guilty
Three suspects who were arrested during a drug raid at a Wildwood Drive house last week pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from that operation.
Bunn students plant garden art
Children’s book illustrator, author and artist Dar James led a nature-inspired afternoon with Paul C. Bunn Elementary students Tuesday.
Valley Christian to have two head football coaches this fall
Jeff Hether and Jomont Ware will be co-head coaches for Eagles in 2017.
Three women faces charges related to patient abuse in Boardman
Three women faces charges related to patient abuse in Boardman
Mohip denies board to participate in legal assistance fund
Mohip denies board to participate in legal assistance fund
Greatest Juniors: Wednesday tee times at Mill Creek
Greatest Juniors: Wednesday tee times at Mill Creek
UPDATE | Courthouse statues back on roof again
Dozens gathered on the sidewalk across from the Mahoning County Courthouse to watch as the newly-restored copper statues were returned to its roof.
UPDATE | Facing defections, Senate GOP leaders delay health care vote
Senate GOP leaders delay doomed health care vote
Famed lawyer F. Lee Bailey files again for bankruptcy
Famed lawyer F. Lee Bailey files again for bankruptcy
UPDATE | Spokesman: Military post lockdown lifted
Spokesman: Military post on lockdown, possible shooter
Uncooperative man charged with obstructing official business
Uncooperative man charged with obstructing official business
Prosecutor not saying yet if he’ll try cop for 3rd time
Prosecutor not saying yet if he’ll try cop for 3rd time
Mahoning commissioners OK sale of former jail to YSU
Mahoning commissioners OK sale of former jail to YSU
Three suspects in Wildwood Drive raid plead not guilty
Three suspects in Wildwood Drive raid plead not guilty
$1M bond each for duo charged in high-profile Trumbull crimes
$1M bond each for duo charged in high-profile Trumbull crimes
Warren man gets 28 months for crimes involving minor
Warren man gets 28 months for crimes against minor
Time Bank Mahoning Watershed potluck set
Time Bank Mahoning Watershed potluck set youngstown The Time Bank Mahoning Watershed will have
UPDATE | Pentagon says Syria prepping chemical attack
Senior Russian lawmaker accuses US of provocation over Syria
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1965 will celebrate a 70th birthday party for classmates at the Saxon Club
Official orders school to stop using taxpayer funds on ads
Official orders school to stop using taxpayer funds on ads
Chemical spill from Ohio Ford plant gets into Lake Erie
Chemical spill from Ohio Ford plant gets into Lake Erie
Mickelson sure someone will dig up ‘Bones’
Phil Mickelson isn’t sure what’s next for Jim “Bones” Mackay
Real-life drama in the White House challenges screenwriters TV in the Trump era
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Say you’re a storyteller whose TV show draws
Lawmakers and mayors decry opioid budget proposal
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com STRUTHERS State representatives and mayors from the
Bond set at $10 million each for suspects in West Side homicide
Both arrested after car connected to the crime was found
Bristolville man, 18, indicted in murder and armed robbery of Warren man, Cortland armed robbery
Bristolville man, 18, indicted in murder and armed robbery of Warren man, Cortland armed robbery
Canfield Joint Fire District boasts new state-of-the-art facility
The $2.6 million station is the result of more than five years of planning
Austintown prohibits massage parlors on Seventy-Six Drive
Non-conforming use classification revoked citing the property’s criminal history
Team USA spots open at Gold Cup
The 23 players on the U.S. roster for next month’s CONCACAF Gold Cup are mostly young and lack international experience
Selanne, Kariya join ex-Pen in hockey hall of fame
Selanne pulled a new trick, telling Kariya where he was going: the Hockey Hall of Fame
South Range grad Billy Goodall earns All-America honors at Mount Union
It’s a little surprising that by the spring of his first year at Mount Union, the 2014 graduate was idle in sports
Billups unsure about Cavs front office
Chauncey Billups isn’t sure if it’s time to jump back into the NBA
DeWine stumps for governor’s job at local plant
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine stopped at a local pool products plant as one of his first stops along the campaign trail for governor
Man accused of pushing wife faces child-endangerment charges
Staff report AUSTINTOWN A man accused of pushing his wife to the ground while she held their 1
Lecture on importance of sleep at JCC
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Stacy Hunger, a respiratory therapist and sleep technologist at
Cortland man pleads guilty in woman’s death
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Cortland man charged with hitting and killing a young
Trump breaks his pledge on health care, drug prices
Editorial: As Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate rush to pass a health-care bill that ultimately would
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1231.180.09 Aqua America, .71
Q. I’ve heard that cannabidiol oil can be used for pain relief. Is this true? Are there
Q. I’ve heard that cannabidiol oil can be used for pain relief. Is this true? Are there interactions
Puerto Rico is teetering
Opinion: “Puerto Rico, my heart’s devotion. Let it sink back in the ocean.” — “West Side Story” The
Ohio fixes hacked websites
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio officials have restored 11 government websites that were hacked
Family waiting room
Family waiting room BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley has created the Boardman
Erin Andrews marries ex-NHL player Stoll
Erin Andrews marries ex-NHL player Stoll NEW YORK Sportscaster Erin Andrews and former NHL
Deadline looms for Pa. budget
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania lawmakers returned to the Capitol on Monday with
Owners of suspected drug house in Boardman send legal notice to remove tenants
Owners of Wildwood Drive house tell township they want to bring it into compliance
CBO: Senate health bill adds 22M uninsured
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate Republican health care bill would leave 22 million more
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
TMH president WARREN Trumbull Memorial Hospital, a Steward Family Hospital, has named Ron
Economic development veteran talks at YSU
Although there has been continued investment in Mahoning Valley, the area still has one of the slowest income growths.
What will Justice Kennedy do?
Opinion: WASHINGTON The end of the Supreme Court term looms, and with it the prospect – the terrifying
Trump travel ban partly reinstated
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to forge ahead
Study reveals $15 minimum wage in Seattle costs jobs
Associated Ppress SEATTLE Seattle’s $15-an-hour minimum wage law has cost the city jobs,
Air show attendance down after Thunderbirds cancel
Associated Press DAYTON An Ohio air show’s attendance was lower than expected after the Air
Bombs found in home linked to bank robberies
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. Federal agents found homemade bombs in the Montana home of a man
Survey: Support for gay marriage surges
Associated Press NEW YORK In the two years since same-sex marriage was legalized nationwide,
Bodies of 2 young adults found in home
Associated Press MARION, Ohio Investigators say the bodies of two young adults were found in a
Trump meets with Indian prime minister
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hugging outside the White House on Monday, President Donald Trump
State concentrates effort to reduce Lake Erie algae
Associated Press TOLEDO Ohio’s environmental regulators who have pledged to drastically cut
Wildfire forces 1,500 from homes
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The nation’s largest wildfire has forced more than 1,500 people
Trump eager for meeting with Putin
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is eager to meet Russian President Vladimir
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Sheryl Crow: Tonight on “Tonight
Warren neighborhood achieves small victory as two dirt bikes get towed Saturday
Warren neighborhood achieves small victory as two dirt bikes get towed Saturday
Coal on the rise in China, US, India
Associated Press BEIJING The world’s biggest coal users – China, the United States and India –
Supreme Court rules for Missouri church
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court ruled Monday that churches have the same right as
The NAACP gives Youngstown schools’ Mohip good grades
CEO Ô£øKrish Mohip’s grades improved for his second six-month CEO review
Colvin gets 17 years in drug ring case
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN One of the longest current pending criminal cases
Emailed threat yields five months in prison
Amy Beitzel got five months in prison for emailing a threat to injure a former Mill Creek MetroParks executive director.
Akron Children’s ranks in 2 categories in study
Akron Children’s Hospital has ranked in the top 50 of children’s hospitals in two pediatric specialities: urology and neonatology.
Feds investigate Sanders’ wife over real-estate deal
Associated Press MONTPELIER, Vt. Federal investigators are looking into the finances behind a
Trump should leave Mueller alone
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View With an investigation into possible obstruction of justice
Adjunct professor who posted about North Korea detainee won’t be rehired
Associated Press WILMINGTON, Del. The University of Delaware won’t rehire a professor who said
Youngstown Thermal assets for sale
Youngstown Thermal, a steam and cooling system provider to downtown buildings, plans to sell its assets, its chief executive said Monday.
Seeking nominees for legacy awards
Seeking nominees for legacy awards YOUNGSTOWN The Valley Legacy Awards, recognizing outstanding
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Austintown School board, 1 p.m., Austintown Middle School, 800 S. Raccoon Road.
around the horn
around the horn Monday’s other MLB games Yankees 6, White Sox 5 CHICAGO Jordan Montgomery
Warren’s Clemente wins junior tourney
Warren’s Clemente wins junior tourney CANTON Warren golfer Gianna Clemente won the girls
Trumbull road closings
Trumbull road closings The Trumbull County Engineer’s Office announced road closings in July for a
Charlie Sheen selling Babe Ruth artifacts
Charlie Sheen hasn’t portrayed Babe Ruth in a film, but the actor did have two of the most prized items of Ruth memorabilia
Florida downs LSU in Game 1
Gators need win today or Wednesday to earn first baseball championship Associated Press OMAHA
Indians rally to halt skid
Associated Press CLEVELAND Francisco Lindor, Lonnie Chisenhall and Carlos Santana each had three
MVP of the triple double
Russell Westbrook wins league honor Associated Press NEW YORK Russell Westbrook was voted NBA
Cantu homers as Scrappers take series
Staff Report NILES Ulysses Cantu homered and singled twice, driving home two runs as the
3 resign from CNN over retracted story
3 resign from CNN over retracted story NEW YORK CNN accepted the resignations Monday of three
Warren woman, 66, charged with murder in boy’s death
Warren woman, 66, charged with murder in boy’s death
Monday, June 26 (74 stories)
Girard council OKs senior levy renewal for November ballot
Girard council OKs senior levy renewal for November ballot
DeWine stumps Youngstown on gubernatorial campaign trail
Ohio Atty. General Mike DeWine is at GLI Pool Products today on his campaign trail to be Ohio's next governor.
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Easter Seals of Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana Counties will host its 12th annual
Woman arrested in raid had suffered OD at same resident: police
Woman arrested in raid had suffered OD at same resident: police
$10M bond for pair facing charges in shooting death
$10M bond for pair facing charges in shooting death
NAACP says schools CEO Mohip's grades have improved
NAACP says schools CEO Mohip's grades have improved
SUPREME COURT | High Court reinstates Trump travel ban, will hear arguments
Supreme Court reinstates Trump travel ban
Ohio restores websites hacked with pro-Islamic State rant
Ohio restores websites hacked with pro-Islamic State rant
Air bag recalls, lawsuits lead Takata to file for bankruptcy
Air bag recalls, lawsuits lead Takata to file for bankruptcy
Reputed city gang leader gets 17 years in plea deal
Reputed city gang leader gets 17 years in plea deal
SUPREME COURT | Justices rule for Missouri church in playground case
SUPREME COURT | Justices rule for Missouri church in playground case
SUPREME COURT | Justices rule against death row inmate over lawyer errors
Justices rule against death row inmate over lawyer errors
SUPREME COURT | Justices take on new clash of gay rights, religion
Supreme Court takes on new clash of gay rights, religion
Ohio concentrates effort to reduce harmful Lake Erie algae
Ohio concentrates effort to reduce harmful Lake Erie algae
Markets Right Now: Tech stocks lead early gains in US
Markets Right Now: Tech stocks lead early gains in US
SUPREME COURT | Justices side with same-sex couples in Arkansas suit
Supreme Court sides with same-sex couples in Arkansas suit
Heritage Days Festival planned
Heritage Days Festival planned Mercer county, pa. The 10th Annual Greenville Heritage Days
18-year-old Bristolville man indicted in murder, robbery
18-year-old Bristolville man indicted in murder, robbery
Man charged in Cortland woman's death pleads guilty
Man charged in Cortland woman's death pleads guilty
No kidding, Bob Stoops is done
Oklahoma’s retired head football coach reunites with his football roots
YEC’s traveling opportunities
Six Youngstown Early College students returned from a trip to Italy as more cultured and worldly young adults
Doctors prescribing opiates less, but Trumbull and Mahoning still above state average
Doctors prescribing opiates less, but Trumbull and Mahoning still above state average
Partnership invites you to celebrate Youngstown’s Birthday
The Downtown Youngstown Partnership will have a celebration of Youngstown’s birthday on Tuesday at the Tyler History Center with cake and history
Distance runner led Valley in medals from state track
Despite stress fracture, McDonald runner competed at high level
Dakota Access review plans to re-examine impact on tribe
Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. A federal judge’s order for more environmental review of the
Ohio killer: Block 2nd execution try
Ohio killer: Block 2nd execution try COLUMBUS A convicted Ohio killer who survived a botched
Trump: GOP not ‘that far off’ from passing health overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Making a final push, President Donald Trump said he doesn’t think
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Campbell school board, 7 p.m., Room 310, Memorial High School, 280 6th St.
Gay pride parades sound note of resistance – and face some
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Tens of thousands of people waving rainbow flags lined streets
Pence to visit Cleveland-area manufacturer
Associated Press CLEVELAND Vice President Mike Pence is expected to visit Northeast Ohio this
around the horn
around the horn Sunday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 7, Yankees 6 NEW YORK
Pakistan tanker fire kills at least 153
Associated Press BAHAWALPUR, Pakistan Alerted by an announcement over a mosque’s loudspeaker
The top 20 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top 20 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Israel freezes Western Wall mixed-prayer plan
Associated Press JERUSALEM The Israeli government froze a long-overdue plan Sunday to open a
Expect delays on state Route 46
Staff report NILES The Mahoning Valley Sanitary District announced a 2,000-foot section of South
DeWine officially makes governor bid
Associated Press CEDARVILLE, OHIO In the era before President Donald Trump, Republican Mike
Dress to Succeed ministry expands
Staff report LEAVITTSBURG The Dress to Succeed ministry, at St. John Episcopal Church on Wick
Air-bag maker Takata files for bankruptcy
Associated Press Japanese air-bag maker Takata Corp. has filed for bankruptcy protection in Tokyo
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Rally to protest GOP health care bill
Rally to protest GOP health care bill WARREN A coalition of community groups is sponsoring a
‘Transformers’ debuts to a franchise low
‘Transformers’ debuts to a franchise low NEW YORK The hulking machines of “Transformers” are no
Pro-ISIS message turns up on Ohio websites
Associated Press COLUMBUS Government websites, many of them in Ohio, were hacked Sunday with a
Land transfer in biennial budget would benefit Valley
Editorial: With only five days to go until the dawn of the 2018 fiscal year in Ohio, expect a heaping helping
Rainbow pride flag isn’t about race
Opinion: By Dennis Jansen The Dallas Morning News The city of Philadelphia’s Office of LGBT Affairs
Gun control does not work
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Whenever there is a shooting, liberals have an answer that
Why not regulate hate speech?
Opinion: By Laura Beth Nielsen Los Angeles Times As a sociologist and legal scholar, I struggle to
Sunday, June 25 (88 stories)
Authorities investigate after body found in lake
Two fishermen thought they had run into a stump early Saturday on Berlin Lake, but it turned out to be the body of an Akron man, Robert Lee Johnson, 60.
Ohio government websites hacked with pro-Islamic State rant
One agency reports it is aggressively working to clear the message
Ohio conservation official resigns, blasts Ohio Department of Natural Resources
ODNR "has no regard for the sportsmen and women of Ohio," he wrote in his resignation letter
DeWine expected to announce candidacy for governor at ice cream social today
The current Ohio attorney general would be the clear front runner, one analyst says
'Transformers' tops US box office this weekend, but is bigger hit in China
'Wonder Woman' and 'Cars 3' tie for second place
Trump bemoans hostility over health bill, then blasts two Democrats
He lambasted Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., as "somebody that's just got a lot of hatred'
Air bag maker Takata expected to file for bankruptcy Monday in US, Japan
Faulty air bags made by the company have been blamed in 16 deaths and 180 injuries
6 hurt as car rams into crowd celebrating Muslim holiday in London
Just last week, several people were injured in a car attack on Muslims
Ohio killer who survived first execution try wants next attempt blocked
The 61-year-old man was convicted of raping and killing a 14-year-old in 1984
Celebrate Poland weekend to celebrate community, nation
The weekend of events begins with a strawberry festival Friday
Rally in Valley on Monday to protest Republican health care bill
It will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday in Courthouse Square, Warren
Scholarships for Sr. Jerome’s Mission
Scholarships for Sr. Jerome’s Mission youngstown The Clarence R. and Rose Marie Smith
SENIOR CITIZENS
Niles SCOPE Senior Center, 14 East State St., is taking reservations now for the following trips: at
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
Senior Menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Phantoms’ Karow drafted by Coyotes
Michael’s Karow’s latest visit to Chicago had a much happier ending than the last one his Youngstown Phantoms made.
Segregation was experienced in the Mahoning Valley
Whites-only pools existed in Youngstown and Warren
Valley residents’ drug addiction started with legally-prescribed opiates
Valley residents recovering from drug addiction reflect on role of painkillers
Christian ventriloquist at Dutch Village Inn
Staff report COLUMBIANA Ryan Bomgardner, a Christian ventriloquist and comedian, will come to
Travel books, from literary pilgrimages to beer tours
The Associated Press NEW YORK Whether you’re an armchair traveler, a road tripper or a frequent
KARZMER: Punishment can be good in majors
Jonah Karzmer wants punishment when it comes to the U.S. Open.
Zallow edged out in Team USA bid
Less than a tenth of a second ended Youngstown State hurdler Chad Zallow’s season.
15 bodies found after landslide buries scores
Associated Press BEIJING Crews searching through the night in the rubble left by a landslide
Zac Brown fans prefer having their tickets in hand at Covelli box office
Zac Brown fans prefer having their tickets in hand at Covelli box office
area golf calendar Upcoming outings and scrambles
JUNE Tuesday and Wednesday — PGA Junior Golf Academy at Yankee Run Golf Course. The academy will
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Hot Rod Super Nationals, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Motors and shiny
in the cup Area holes-in-one
Mark Sunday of Mogadore aced the 73-yard No. 8 at Kennsington Golf Club. He used a 6-iron. Witnesses
Retailers want to work out your wallet and your body
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press NEW YORK Stores such as Saks and Urban Outfitters are
If You Go
If You Go Friends of the Dymock Poets: www.dymockpoets.org.uk/Welcome.htm Getting there: By car
Wireless earphones liberate listeners
The hottest developments in consumer electronics these days are as close as your ears. Headphone
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-under 66 in the
The poet’s ‘two roads diverging in a yellow wood’ might be in England Fields, forests and Frost
By JERRY HARMER Associated Press DYMOCK, England The woods were cool, a welcome balm on a hot
UK finds 34 apartment buildings with unsafe siding
Associated Press LONDON Britain’s fire-safety crisis expanded substantially Saturday as
YSU grad from Columbiana leads Rescue Mission
John Muckridge III takes over for retired executive director Jim Echement
around the horn
around the horn Saturday’s other MLB games Athletics 10, White Sox 0 CHICAGO Matt Olson
Chuck Eddy says it is a way to give back to the community for the support it gives them
Lee Hartman, who grew up in Canfield, and Rose Seitz of Poland, brought the Super Nats back
major league baseball statistics
STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB New York4032.556— Boston4133.554— Tampa
Youngstown police arrest 2 in shooting death of woman in SUV
Youngstown police arrest 2 in shooting death of woman in SUV
Death of Ohioan Warmbier points up N. Korea’s abuses
Opinion: Anyone with human feelings is outraged by North Korea’s murder of Otto Warmbier. The term “murder”
Family-oriented overnight camping event at Mill Creek MetroParks provides many activities
Family-oriented overnight camping event at Mill Creek MetroParks provides many activities
High court decision due on travel ban; will Kennedy announce retirement?
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court enters its final week of work before a long
area golf leagues
bedford trails GOLF COURSE Lady Players — Low gross: Nancy Yuchak 46. Least putts: Nancy Yuchak
FIDGET SPINNERS ON LIST OF POSSIBLE HAZARDS FOR KIDS
FIDGET SPINNERS ON LIST OF POSSIBLE HAZARDS FOR KIDS Associated Press BOSTON The wildly
Patriots’ Mitchell has 3-book deal with Scholastic Books
Patriots’ Mitchell has 3-book deal with Scholastic Books NEW YORK New England Patriots wide
Minton majolica: Once kitschy, now popular
It is impossible to miss Minton majolica in a room. It usually is shaped like animals, birds,
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Cardinal Joint
Omari Hardwick’s ‘Power’ play: a leading role on Starz drama
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. Associated Press ATLANTA When actor Omari Hardwick read the script for
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
ACHIEVEMENTS Podiatrist Dr. James LaPolla Jr., owner of Northeast Ohio Foot, Ankle & Wound Center
Please report all cases of elder abuse in our midst
Opinion: Please report all cases of elder abuse in our midst We at the Adult Protective Services Unit of
Brownlee association
Brownlee association YOUNGSTOWN The Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association will host its
Does red yeast rice have the power of simvastatin?
Q. Ten years ago, I had a heart attack. I was sent home from the hospital with eight different
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 25
Today is Sunday, June 25, the 176th day of 2017. There are 189 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Women’s conference COLUMBUS Registration is open for the biennial Ohio
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Startup 101 session YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator will have a Startup 101 session
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
MILLER LITE GREATEST GOLFER SCRAMBLE CHAMPIONSHIP 2017 Qualifiers
JULY 8 — YMCA Golf Outing (Livestrong Campaign) at Knoll Run Golf Cours. Time: 8 a.m. Cost: $75.
PRO GOLF | Saturday’s results
TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP CROMWELL, CONN. Jordan Spieth closed with a 20-foot birdie putt for a
Hopeful signs with uptick in Y’town reading scores
Editorial: Five years ago to the day, Ohio Gov. John R. Kasich signed into law a bill that included the Third
CIA chief: Intel leaks on the rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON CIA Director Mike Pompeo says he thinks disclosure of America’s
For the Week of Sunday, June 25, 2017
DiCioccio Construction LTD to Victor J. Sansone et al, That’s Life Lane, Canfield, $51,000.
Mercer, Harrison hit homers in Bucs’ win
Gerrit Cole (6-6) extended his winning streak to three games, allowing five hits and one run with five strikeouts and two walks.
3 killed in wreck while headed to Cedar Point
3 killed in wreck while headed to Cedar Point HELENA The Ohio State Highway Patrol says three
A look at what didn’t happen this week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Thiel College accepting additional scholarship applications
The scholarships are for home-schooled grads and high-school grads from Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties
Only in death, you know Irwin’s deeds
Opinion: On Monday night, a 10-minute video will roll out at the Jewish Community Center during a special
Analysis finds partisan map-making advantage in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS A political map-making process controlled by Ohio Republicans
Intralot wins the lottery
Opinion: In the end, all the talk about seeking competitive bids to operate the Ohio Lottery and provide
Saturday, June 24 (72 stories)
Revved up over cars and cruise at Hot Rod Super Nationals
Chuck Eddy says it is a way to give back to the community for the support it gives them
Huge mastiff named Martha wins world's ugliest dog
Martha is big, ugly, lazy and gassy. And a world champion.
Family-oriented overnight camping event at Mill Creek MetroParks provides many activities
Family-oriented overnight camping event at Mill Creek MetroParks provides many activities
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown Township
Zac Brown fans prefer having their tickets in hand at Covelli box office
Zac Brown fans prefer having their tickets in hand at Covelli box office
Susan Wittek | Brian Meek
CLEVELAND Susan Wittek and Brian Meek were married April 22 at St. John Cantius Church, Tremont.
Raenell Hannis | Jonathan Creighton
columbus The Ohio Village Church, Columbus, provided the setting Dec. 3, 2016, for the 3:30 p.m.
Miller, Sylvester to wed Aug. 5 at St. Michael
canfield Mark and Gera Miller of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Amanda
Marietta Gallo, Daniel Monroe are engaged
youngstown Marietta Gallo and Daniel Monroe, both of Youngstown, are announcing their engagement.
Jill Renda and Jake DiEugenio are engaged
Austintown John and Patty Renda of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Brittany Lowe, Victor Wilhelm set August date
austintown Randy and Debbie Lowe of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Victoria Zimmer, Vincent Calautti to wed July 15
boardman The engagement of Victoria Zimmer and Vincent Calautti, both of Boardman, is being
UP FOR ADOPTION
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
Warren pleased to be addressing Patriot Water discharges into sewers
Patriot Water Treatment identified as the source of terrible odors experienced by residents and busineses throughout the north side of the city
Despite Mahoning County case, data suggests voter fraud is rare
Austintown man is accused of voting illegally in both the 2016 primary and general election
Gonzalez homers twice as Scrappers top Auburn
Oscar Gonzalez gave the Mahoning Valley Scrappers their first home runs and their third win Friday night.
YSU track stars approach final hurdles
Collin Harden placed 12th in junior meet. Chad Zallow runs today for a spot on Team USA.
Israeli doctor talks about his work helping Syrian victims
The doctor made a visit to The Vindicator
OCCHA enriches multicultural youth with summer camp
OCCHA enriches multicultural youth with summer camp
Prosecutors say detective did not improperly coerce murder defendant to talk about boy’s injury
Prosecutors say detective did not improperly coerce murder defendant to talk about boy’s injury
Nurse practitioner accepting new patients
Nurse practitioner expands schedule at Dr. Hill’s Associates in Women’s Health
Chautauqua presenter: Gorilla researcher Dian Fossey did things her own way
Chautauqua presenter: Gorilla researcher Dian Fossey did things her own way
Allegiant Air offers perks for military members and veterans
Youngstown airport, Allegiant cite desire to honor military
YSU students volunteer to teach Boardman campers archaeology basics
Boardman Park campers dig for “artifacts” during archaeology lesson
Man pleads not guilty to leaving children home alone in dirty house
Ryan M. Daniels, 26, of Hunter Street Northwest is free on bond
Boardman police arrest three people following Wildwood Drive drug raid
Neighbors say they have long suspected Boardman house is drug haven
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 3-under 67 in the
Helping Zac Brown Band make history in Y’town
Editorial: Judy Garland’s classic lyrics from “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” eight decades ago that “dreams
Door to Cuba is closing
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords There’s a lot to say about Trump reversing some of the Obama
AUTO RACING roundup
nascar truck series Nemechek wins second straight newton, iowa John Hunter Nemechek raced to
5 GOP senators now oppose health bill – enough to sink it
Associated Press WASHINGTON Nevada Republican Dean Heller became the fifth GOP senator to
Curfew sweeps
Curfew sweeps YOUNGSTOWN The police department kicked off it annual curfew sweeps Friday. The
Remains found off Pa. shore could be plane crash victim’s
Staff/wire report Remains found by someone fishing in Lake Erie might belong to one of three
Twins tag Bauer, defeat Indians
The Minnesota Twins finally found a way to beat the Cleveland Indians
US indexes inch higher
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes nudged higher Friday after energy companies
2 face cocaine charges
2 face cocaine charges YOUNGSTOWN Police late Thursday arrested two men in separate traffic
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Health-care bill will haunt GOP, but not because of all the secrecy
Opinion: By Michael A. LINDENBERGER The Dallas Morning News The big problem with the Republicans’ new
NATIONAL LEAGUE Bell, Jaso lift Pirates over Cards
Reliever Rivero earns victory Associated Press ST. LOUIS Josh Bell and John Jaso homered as
Doctors deserve sleep, too
Opinion: Toledo Blade: People who haven’t slept in 24 hours shouldn’t drive. They’re so tired it’s more
Is Trump exaggerating Mueller/Comey tie?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Robert Mueller, the somber-faced and demanding FBI director who led
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jack and Kimberly Kline, Hubbard, boy, June 22. Joseph
9/11 worker pardon unlikely to spark trend
Associated Press NEW YORK The New York governor’s pardon of a World Trade Center disaster
Senators ask military to review report on Yemen torture
Senators ask military to review report on Yemen torture WASHINGTON Two senior U.S. senators
Today is Saturday, June 24, the 175th day of 2017. There are 190 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, June 24, the 175th day of 2017. There are 190 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Charges against Marrara brothers were dismissed because of grievance, Niles prosecutor says
Charges against Marrara brothers were dismissed because of grievance, Niles prosecutor says
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Russia fires missiles at IS in Syria
Associated Press MOSCOW Russia has fired cruise missiles from the Mediterranean Sea on
State auditors say Newton Falls Joint Fire District failed to make timely payments to IRS and state
The Newton Falls Joint Fire District was fined $5,347 from 2014 through 2015 for making late payments to the state, IRS and Ohio Public Employees Retirement System.
Governors wary of Medicaid cost shift in Senate health bill
Associated Press COLUMBUS Governors in several states that opted to expand Medicaid under former
A 2nd mistrial: Jury deadlocks in Ohio cop’s murder retrial
Associated Press CINCINNATI A second mistrial was declared Friday in the case of a white
Google to stop reading Gmail to help sell ads
Google to stop reading Gmail to help sell ads SAN FRANCISCO Google is going to stop reading
Cindy’s remnants bring street flooding from South to Midwest
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Rain bands reeling away from Tropical Depression Cindy spread
Adding power to my game
What’s new? It’s a greeting as much as a question these days. “What’s new?” a friend may ask
Sales of new homes rebounded 2.9% in May
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sales of new homes rebounded in May, helped by strong sales gains in
Friday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 9, Angels 4 BOSTON Hanley Ramirez and Sandy Leon hit two-run homers
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
West Austintown First United Methodist Church: 6749 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to noon Monday
ON THE LINKS Friday’s professional golf results
TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP CROMWELL, CONN. Jordan Spieth shot a 1-under 69 on Friday to maintain a
BBQ, Bullets and Beer
BBQ, Bullets and Beer Lowellville The Lowellville Rod & Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, will have a
SPORTS digest
Sharon Speedway races washed out HARTFORD Because of Friday’s rains, Sharon Speedway has
Men and Women’s Day
Men and Women’s Day STRUTHERS St. John A.M.E. Church, 97 W. Washington St., will have its annual
Conservation funding explained
Sometimes a headline can leave a false impression. Last week, for example, I received a press
Friday, June 23 (127 stories)
YSU students teach Boardman campers archaeology basics
Boardman Park campers dig for “artifacts” during archaeology lesson
YSU stars Zallow, Harden, both in California for Outdoor Championships
Harden finishes 12th in junior championships, Zallow to run Saturday
Depp's 'assassin' comments the latest in celebrity anger
Depp's 'assassin' comments the latest in celebrity anger
Ex-deputy in Ohio gets probation for threat-related charges
Ex-deputy in Ohio gets probation for threat-related charges
Tractor-trailer on its side at state Route 164 and Interstate 680
Tractor-trailer on its side at state Route 164 and Interstate 680
Bradley Yeager promoted to Campbell Memorial High School principal
Bradley Yeager promoted to Campbell Memorial High School principal
London council evacuates residents amid fire safety concerns
London council evacuates residents amid fire safety concerns
Airport, Allegiant team up to honor military members
Airport, Allegiant team up to honor military members
Police search car that might be connected to shooting
Police search car that might be connected to shooting
Facebook wants to nudge you into 'meaningful' groups
Facebook wants to nudge you into ‘meaningful’ groups
Ferguson attorney: Brown family settlement $1.5 million
Ferguson attorney: Brown family settlement $1.5 million
Kansas jury awards $218M to farmers in Syngenta GMO suit
Kansas jury awards $218M to farmers in Syngenta GMO suit
Accident reported involving military plane at Ohio air show
Accident reported involving military plane at Ohio air show
UPDATE | Boardman police name those arrested in Wildwood Drive raid
The Vindicator has chronicled several drug raids at the house in recent several months.
Man faces drunken-driving charges after arrest in Girard
Man faces drunken-driving charges after arrest in Girard
University of Missouri revokes Cosby's honorary degree
University of Missouri revokes Cosby's honorary degree
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Guilford Lake Civic Association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Guilford Lake
Suzyn Schwebel Epstein named JCRC president
youngstown Jewish Community Relations Council of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation elected a
Man pleads not guilty to leaving children home alone in dirty house
Man pleads not guilty to leaving children home alone in dirty house
Two jailed after police recover crack cocaine in traffic stops
Two jailed after police recover crack cocaine in traffic stops
Man jailed after firing shots in neighborhood dispute
Man jailed after firing shots in neighborhood dispute
2 Pennsylvania kids win National Marbles Tournament
2 Pennsylvania kids win National Marbles Tournament
After chase, city police arrest man with AK-47, handgun
After chase, city police arrest man with AK-47, handgun
Obituary of 15-year-old who killed self cites school bullies
Obituary of 15-year-old who killed self cites school bullies
North Korea says it’s ’biggest victim’ in US student’s death
North Korea says it’s ’biggest victim’ in US student’s death
UK authorities charge Welsh man in mosque attack with murder
UK authorities charge Welsh man in mosque attack with murder
Jurors set to return for 5th day in police shooting retrial
Jurors set to return for 5th day in police shooting retrial
The Latest: Forecasters counting tornadoes in Alabama
The Latest: Forecasters counting tornadoes in Alabama
UPDATE | Gas station reopens after child's toy mistaken for bomb
Bomb squad on the scene of suspicious package in Austintown
One Youngstown year down for CEO Mohip
CEO Krish Mohip said he is coming back for another year with the same, if not more, drive
Devils on the clock with top pick in NHL draft
The NHL stage belongs to Ray Shero and the New Jersey Devils. Then it goes right back to George McPhee and the Vegas Golden Knights.
Senate health care bill would worsen opioid crisis, lawmakers say
Rep. Tim Ryan says bill will “unleash destruction”
Kids go football camping with Bo, Tressel
More than 100 kids ages 4-13 participated in day one of this year’s Cardinal Mooney Camp of Champions held at Cardinal Mooney High School.
‘Bachelor in Paradise’ dispute is latest example of reality TV shows ... Getting too real
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Modern reality television has been misbehaving
Leanne Binder cabaret show
Valley singer-songwriter Leanne Binder will present an intimate evening of music ranging from rock
‘STAR WARS’ film Howard takes helm of spinoff
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Ron Howard is taking command of the Han Solo “Star Wars”
NBA teams go young with one-and-dones
Markelle Fultz, Lonzo Ball and the future of the NBA arrived Thursday night.
Summer food service program, day camp, keep children occupied while school is out
USDA program provides free breakfast and lunch to children at Austintown Elementary School
Heavy law enforcement presence planned for Supernats event
Boardman and Canfield police, OSHP and sheriff’s deputies to monitor traffic
Bond at $1 million set in murder of Warren man; friend says suspect has ‘a good heart’
Bond at $1 million set in murder of Warren man; friend says suspect has ‘a good heart’
‘Book of Henry’ loses sight of its own plot
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer When film students in the future search for terrible
AROUND THE HORN | Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 9, Twins 0 MINNEAPOLIS Jose Abreu and Todd Frazier each hit two-run
Cruze ranks among top GM models in study of new vehicles
GM wins four vehicle awards in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
Boardman Community Briefs
Trustees approve interim library director; committee hires search firm At a regular meeting on
Cara Cupler, Kam Henley will wed in July
Cara Cupler and Kam Henley, both of Canfield, are engaged and planning a summer wedding. The open
Club created over love of classic cars
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club is an club that
Rosalie Nolfi, Nicholas Benson set wedding date
The parents of Rosalie Nolfi and Nicholas Benson, both of Canfield, are announcing the couple’s
Canfield Community Briefs
The Ursuline Center offers women’s series on spiritual journaling Ursuline Sister of Youngstown
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Thursday: The Warren JFK shot 1-over par 71 in the first round of the Travelers Championship at TPC
Be wise, immunize your children
Opinion: By Debra Stoner The Vindicator A healthy student is a better student. Healthy students have
SPORTS digest
2 modified races set at Sharon Speedway Hartford A HTMA/Precise Racing RUSH Sportsman Modifieds
Autism Society offers Camp FRIEND Family Week
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley recently announced a new program this year that helps families
Best-selling author kicks off book tour in Valley
Adriana Trigiani calls Youngstown her second home By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com POLAND
Trump publicly doubting that Russia meddled in election
Trump publicly doubting that Russia meddled in election WASHINGTON President Donald Trump
Amy Dravecky, Steven Armour are engaged
Amy Dravecky of Cuyahoga Falls and Steven Armour of Parma, Ohio, are engaged and plan to be married
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s pro golf results
TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP CROMWELL, CONN. Jordan Spieth didn’t take long to figure out TPC River
Drive-by shooting
Drive-by shooting WARREN A 30-year-old city man suffered two gunshot wounds to the lower part of
Iraqis: IS blew up mosque in ‘formal declaration of defeat’
Associated Press MOSUL, Iraq With their control of Mosul slipping away, Islamic State militants
How the Senate health bill compares to House’s, ACA
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate Republican health care bill would guarantee immediate
Pelosi defends leadership following special election loss
Associated Press WASHINGTON Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi defended her leadership Thursday in the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Hot Rod Super Nationals, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Thousands of muscle
Qatar Airways seeks stake in American
Associated Press DALLAS State-owned Qatar Airways is attempting to buy 10 percent of American
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit St., Youngstown,
Americans and guns
Associated Press ATLANTA Americans have long had a complex relationship with guns. Now, a
Charged with soliciting
Charged with soliciting AUSTINTOWN The latest undercover sting operation by township police
washington Senate GOP unveils health care overhaul, but not all are aboard
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Republicans launched their plan for shriveling Barack Obama’s
If You Go
If You Go The Hot Rod Supernationals are tonight, Saturday and Sunday at the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Trump defers action on Dreamers
Opinion: By Francis Wilkinson Bloomberg View In April, President Trump said that Deferred Action for
Applications for jobless aid tick up
Associated Press WASHINGTON Slightly more people sought US unemployment benefits last week, but
Births
Births St. JOSEPH WARREN HOSPITAL Tina Decker and Shane Hirschfelt, Leavittsburg, boy, June 20.
No tapes after all: Trump says he didn’t record Comey talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Thursday he never made and doesn’t
California beehive heists lead to felony charges
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. Two California men have been charged with a string of felony
Autism Society announces Camp FRIEND Family Week
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley recently announced a new program this year that helps families
Open interviews
Open interviews HOWLAND Shepherd of the Valley will host open interviews for nurses and nurse
Chrystin Ritter, Jonathan Rickert are engaged
Chrys and Bill Ritter of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Chrystin, to
Stock indexes hold steady as oil’s dismal week eases
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes held steady Thursday after the price of oil halted
Man indicted for Market Street murder
Five indicted in two separate cases for smuggling drugs into OSP
Cavaliers, Billups remain in limbo
Unable to pull off a trade or move into the first round of the NBA draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers didn’t add any significant player Thursday or fill a major hole in their front office.
Expect robust gains from health study of the Valley
Editorial: It has never been any dirty little secret that the collective health of the Mahoning Valley ranks
notices
notices BASEBALL Lisbon Baseball/Softball Association — will sponsor all-star tournaments for
Wins energize the GOP
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View Congratulations to the two newest members of the House,
Canfield 4th of July Committee announces 2017 grand marshal
Each year, the Canfield 4th of July Committee chooses a local resident to serve as the Grand Marshal
Valley STEM + ME2 Academy accepting more applications for 2017-2018 school year
This is the last call for incoming ninth- and tenth-grade students. Valley STEM + ME 2 Academy has a
Students become elementary school graduates
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fourth-grade students walked across the stage at
Canfield Fair adds country music star Chris Young to the grandstand entertainment
Grammy-nominated country artist Chris Young will headline a show at the 2017 Canfield Fair on Sept.
Austintown Lions host 22nd 5-K run
The weather was great on May 13 at Austintown Township Park as the Austintown Lions Club hosted its
Canfield’s 4th of July tradition continues this year
The Canfield 4th of July Committee recently announced that this year’s celebration continues the
STEAM stations encourage interactive learning
Children spent the afternoon engaging in interacting, hands-on learning stations at the Poland library on June 15.
Mr. and Mrs. Fronzaglio will mark 50 years
Lou and Lois J. Fronzaglio of Austintown, formerly of Lordstown and Mineral Ridge, will celebrate 50
Canfield Fair adds country music star to the grandstand entertainment
Grammy-nominated country artist Chris Young will headline a show at the 2017 Canfield Fair on Sept.
Mothers and daughters celebrate with food and fashion
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Moms and daughters wore their best outfits to the
Magical day spreads awareness
The Austintown community came together on June 3 to spread cancer awareness during the annual Relay for Life at Austintown Elementary School.
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants summer sports news Summer athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Autism Society presents Camp FRIEND Family Week
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley recently announced a new program this year that helps families
Till Open Golf Scramble set for July 1
The sixth annual Fourth of July Till Open Golf Scramble will take place at Mill Creek Metroparks North Course on July 1.
Students inducted into the National Italian Honor Society
On May 12, the Maria Montessori chapter of the Societ Onoraria Italica, the National Italian Honor
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants summer sports news Summer athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Community celebrates Akron Children’s Beeghly opening
Akron Children’s Hospital hosted a special event for the community to celebrate the opening of their Beeghly campus on June 19.
Valley STEM + ME2 Academy accepting more applications
This is the last call for incoming ninth- and tenth-grade students. Valley STEM + ME 2 Academy has a
Canfield Fair adds country star Chris Young to the grandstand entertainment
Grammy-nominated country artist Chris Young will headline a show at the 2017 Canfield Fair on Sept.
School year ends with fun at A.C.C. Preschool
The Austintown Community Church Preschool Childcare Center closed out the school year with several
Autism Society announces Camp FRIEND Family Week June 26-30
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley recently announced a new program this year that helps families
Autism Society announces Camp FRIEND Family Week
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley recently announced a new program this year that helps families
Valley STEM + ME2 Academy accepts more applications for 2017-2018 school year
This is the last call for incoming ninth- and tenth-grade students. Valley STEM + ME 2 Academy has a
Club created over love of classic cars
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club is an club that
Sunshine Benefit Golf Outing to be on July 15
The twelfth annual Sunshine Benefit Golf Outing, sponsored by Magilla’s Sports Bar and Grill,
Area Scouters receive council’s highest award
Four area Scouters from Mahoning and Trumbull Counties have earned the highest award a Boy Scout
Poland Community Briefs
Trustees approve interim library director; committee hires search firm At a regular meeting on
Austintown Community Briefs
Audition dates for “Fences” Auditions will take place for casting the critically acclaimed and
Valley STEM + ME2 Academy is accepting more applications
This is the last call for incoming ninth- and tenth-grade students. Valley STEM + ME 2 Academy has a
Country music star Chris Young added to the grandstand entertainment at the Canfield Fair
Grammy-nominated country artist Chris Young will headline a show at the 2017 Canfield Fair on Sept.
Parents and staff celebrate fourth-graders
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The fourth-grade class from Dobbins Elementary
Jessica Stacy to marry Mr. Rolla in summer rite
Parents of the future bride and groom are announcing the engagement of Jessica Stacy of Austintown
Thursday, June 22 (86 stories)
NBA Draft Live update
Markelle Fultz went No. 1 to Philadelphia and Lonzo Ball went No. 2 to the L.A. Lakers.
Youngstown schools CEO eager to begin 2nd year at helm
CEO Krish Mohip said he is looking forward to year No. 2 with the same – if not more – drive to push the Youngstown City School District toward success.
NBA: Cavaliers, Billups remain in holding pattern
An interesting, confusing, upsetting week for the Cavaliers hasn’t settled down.
NBA: Bulls trade Butler to Timberwolves
The long-anticipated reunion between Jimmy Butler and Tom Thibodeau is on.
West Branch Middle School honors students
Staff report Alliance West Branch Middle School Student Council recently honored 47 students for
Ohio’s official budget gap exceeds $1B over 2 years
Ohio’s official budget gap exceeds $1B over 2 years
Heavy rain, winds, tornado warnings as Cindy heads inland
Heavy rain, winds, tornado warnings as Cindy heads inland
US officials to lift Yellowstone grizzly bear protections
US officials to lift Yellowstone grizzly bear protections
Pa. Gov. Wolf lashes Senate health bill as even crueler than House’s
Pa. Gov. Wolf lashes Senate health bill as even crueler than House’s
Family of grandmother killed by alligator sues nursing home
Family of grandmother killed by alligator sues nursing home
UPDATE | Senate GOP releases bill to cut Medicaid, alter ’Obamacare’
Senate GOP health bill seeks to hobble Obama law
UPDATE | Trump says he didn’t record meetings with Comey
No tapes: Trump says he didn’t record meetings with Comey
'Pizzagate' gunman in DC sentenced to 4 years in prison
'Pizzagate' gunman in DC sentenced to 4 years in prison
Youngstown police arrest two after series of fights on city streets
Youngstown police arrest two after series of fights on city streets
Ohio auditor cites 2 former Wellsville fiscal officers for late payments
Ohio auditor cites 2 former Wellsville fiscal officers for late payments
Vehicle fire slows I-680 traffic southbound near Boardman
Vehicle fire slows I-680 traffic southbound near Boardman
Coal company sues HBO’s John Oliver for defamation
Coal company sues HBO’s John Oliver for defamation
560K signatures submitted toward Ohio victims’ rights effort
560K signatures submitted toward Ohio victims’ rights effort
Live @ lunch: The Labra Bros
The Labra Brothers joined Live @ lunch on Vindy Talk Radio to play some of their favorite tunes.
Pregnant woman faces drug charges after traffic stop
Pregnant woman faces drug charges after traffic stop
Campbell fan first in line for Zac Brown Band concert ticket presale
Campbell woman first in line for Zac Brown concert presale
Mourners gather for funeral of student detained in N Korea
Mourners gather for funeral of student detained in N Korea
Another leadership test for Pelosi, who’s weathered many
Another leadership test for Pelosi, who’s weathered many
Juvenile, 20-year-old face gun charges after Idora Avenue incident
Juvenile, 20-year-old face gun charges after Idora Avenue incident
$1M bond for suspect charged in Warren man's murder
$1M bond for suspect charged in Warren man's murder
Trump to speak to Poles at site that honors nation’s heroism
Trump to speak to Poles at site that honors nation’s heroism
Man faces charges after police find 32 bags of crack, cash
Man faces charges after police find 32 bags of crack, cash
Democrat Connie Pillich proposes public health care buy-in
Democrat Connie Pillich proposes public health care buy-in
US stock indexes hold steady as oil’s dismal week eases
US stock indexes hold steady as oil’s dismal week eases
Jury in Day 4 of deliberations in police shooting retrial
Jury in Day 4 of deliberations in police shooting retrial
Michael Lohan on VTR
Michael Lohan joined VTR to discuss the California Palms treatment center and treatment for veterans.
Paint and taste at Youngstown YWCA
Paint and taste at Youngstown YWCA youngstown The YWCA of Youngstown is having a Paint and Taste
Charges pending after road sign leads investigators to Trumbull pot-growing operation
Charges pending after road sign leads investigators to Trumbull pot-growing operation
Oilers’ McDavid has Hart as MVP
Edmonton captain Connor McDavid has won his first Hart Trophy as the NHL’s most valuable player.
Youngstown council members support a management contract for amphitheater, but will wait until July to vote
Council members want to discuss the proposals further before voting on contracts
Hot Rod Super Nationals return to Canfield Fairgrounds
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CANFIELD Ryan Sheridan is still a kid at heart. He just
Scrappers to fall Doubledays in home opener
Auburn right fielder Israel Mota stole a hit in the bottom of the ninth.
Suspect in $200K theft from Boardman business arrested
Woman wanted for State Alarm theft arrested by Boardman police
Carrasco, Lindor lead Tribe over Orioles
Andrew Miller worked out of a bases-loaded, no-out situation in the seventh.
Man with long history of domestic violence cases gets 25k bond
Has served two separate prison sentences
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS | Home opener notebook
Homestand The Scrappers’ first homestand of the season continues tonight against the Doubledays.
Late HR lifts Brewers to victory over Bucs
Domingo Santana hit a two-run home run off Pirates reliever Daniel Hudson in the seventh inning.
Police make quick arrest in Brandon Sample murder investigation
Police made a quick arrest in the Brandon Sample murder investigation, charging Austin T. Burke, 18, of Bristolville
Defending champion Moldovan takes lead in AJGA
Maxwell Moldovan of Uniontown took the lead after two rounds, sitting 5-under for the tournament.
Summer Manufacturing Camp teaches the engineering of music
OH WOW! and the YWCA are teaching fourth through sixth graders the engineering behind music.
Fleury leads Las Vegas expansion picks
Stanley Cup-winning goalie Marc-Andre Fleury is now a Golden Knight.
“Boy Band” (8 p.m., ABC): A new talent competition show thatsets out to create the next
“Boy Band” (8 p.m., ABC): A new talent competition show thatsets out to create the next all-male
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Book of Henry (PG-13) Cinema South: Fri.-Thu. 12:55, 4:30, 7:05, 9:40
Firefly music festival flickered for one bright, and hot, weekend
Firefly Music Festival is huge, eclectic and — this year, at least — very hot and humid. But it had
Fight looms in Statehouse over opioid funding
Staff and wire reports Columbus Deciding how to tackle Ohio’s massive opioid addiction problem
around the horn
around the horn Wednesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 6, Red Sox 4 KANSAS CITY
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Another troop surge in Afghanistan
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords President Donald Trump might have dodged military service in his
Warren begins demolition of 11 structures
City officials say they are excited to see 11 commercial structures being demolished in the city over the next four months with $116,000 in Community Development Block Grants.
About a dozen women demonstrated in support of the resolution
Resolution ‘strongly opposing’ repeal of ACA passes unanimously By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Boy killed by log in surf as tropical storm churns in Gulf
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS A boy on an Alabama beach was struck and killed Wednesday by a log
US officials paint sinister portrait of Russia hacking
Associated Press WASHINGTON A sinister portrait of Russia’s cyberattacks on the U.S. emerged
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Preston and Natalie Balogh, Youngstown, girl, June 20.
Gun in trunk
Gun in trunk YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a man Tuesday afternoon after reports said a loaded
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 22
Today is Thursday, June 22, the 173rd day of 2017. There are 192 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Sat: Davis and Henner, 9 p.m. Bojangles Road
Austintown charges woman for soliciting for second time
Officers had previously arrested her in 2015
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Sickness 2: Quarantine,” and other horror films, directed by Joe Mohn,
Former Bristol Townshp railroad bridge on bike trail to reopen
The Trumbull County MetroParks Board has voted to reopen a section of the Western Reserve Greenway hike and bike trail in Bristol Township
YSU prof in tribute to music great
IF YOU GO What: performance to celebrate Tadd Dameron’s 100th birthday When: Saturday at 2:30
TODAY
TODAY Pop, rock Disco Inferno, 7 p.m., Salem High School Auditorium, 1200 E. Sixth St., Salem.
Goodwill returns $97K donation
Associated Press ZANESVILLE, Ohio A couple has gotten back nearly $100,000 they mistakenly
Mo. attorney general sues drug companies over opioids
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley on Wednesday filed suit
METRO DIGEST: Senate budget plan includes land transfer for former Youngstown Developmental Center
MCMHRB closer to taking over YDC YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Mental Health and Recovery
Canfield OKs annexation of 18.83 acres near U.S. Route 224
Canfield OKs annexation of 18.83 acres near U.S. Route 224
Senate plan would halt Obamacare penalties and taxes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Top Senate Republicans prepared Wednesday to release their plan for
Bob Cene Memorial gets under way today
Bob Cene Memorial gets under way today STRUTHERS The annual Bob Cene Memorial begins today and
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Campbell council approves new finance director; adds fire department fees
Former finance director resigns under pressure
Spate of terrorism attacks shows a disturbing trend
Editorial: Of the many statements made in the aftermath of Monday’s terrorist attack near a mosque in London,
Mistrial is reason to hope
Opinion: By Shari Botwin The Philadelphia Inquirer For the last two weeks, throughout the testimony and
Fast-unfolding future is upon us
Opinion: WASHINGTON In 1859, when Manhattan still had many farms, near the Battery on the island’s
Wednesday, June 21 (101 stories)
McDavid wins Hart Trophy
The former No. 1 pick beat out fellow finalists Sergei Bobrovsky of Columbus and Pittsburgh’s Sidney Crosby.
Mental health board poised to take over YDC buildings for $1
Mental health board poised to take over YDC buildings for $1
Manufacturing camp students learn how to produce, record
Jakiyah Liaison, 12, looks over her instrument design at the OH WOW! center in downtown Youngstown. She is taking part in the Summer Manufacturing Institute there.
Port authority signs lease with new Youngstown landlord
The Western Reserve Port Authority has approved a three-year lease on its economic-development office on Champion Street in Youngstown.
Canfield OKs annexation of 18.83 acres near U.S. Route 224
Canfield OKs annexation of 18.83 acres near U.S. Route 224
UPDATE | Canadian man charged in stabbing of airport officer in Flint
Canadian man charged in stabbing of airport officer in Flint
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Health-care bill would roll back Medicaid and ACA's taxes
Health-care bill would roll back Medicaid and ACA's taxes
Doug E. Fresh and Shock G coming to Covelli Centre in Aug.
Doug E. Fresh and Shock G coming to Covelli Centre in Aug.
OJ Simpson gets July 20 parole hearing date in Nevada
OJ Simpson gets July 20 parole hearing date in Nevada
1-day suspension recommended in Ohio officer head-kick case
1-day suspension recommended in Ohio officer head-kick case
YSU police officer to appear in court Friday on OVI charge
YSU police officer to appear in court Friday on OVI charge
Campbell school has special meeting Thursday night
Campbell school board has special meeting Thursday night
Saudi king names son heir as new generation encircles throne
Saudi king names son heir as new generation encircles throne
Mahoning Valley rally to protect health care is tonight
Mahoning Valley rally to protect health care is tonight
Austintown police arrest another woman on prostitution charge
Austintown police arrest another woman on prostitution charge
Fidget spinners named among possible summer hazards for kids
Fidget spinners named among possible summer hazards for kids
Goodwill returns $97K to Ohio couple in mistaken donation
Goodwill returns $97K to Ohio couple in mistaken donation
Tropical Storm Cindy: Drenching rains, flood threat on coast
Tropical Storm Cindy: Drenching rains, flood threat on coast
Michigan airport evacuated; officer seen bleeding from neck
Michigan airport evacuated; officer seen bleeding from neck
US pushing China to rein in companies that deal with NKorea
US pushing China to rein in companies that deal with NKorea
Possible marijuana-growing operation discovered in Bloomfield Township
Possible marijuana-growing operation discovered in Bloomfield Township
Ohio Senate sets vote on $65B budget with Medicaid limits
Ohio Senate sets vote on $65B budget with Medicaid limits
Pennsylvania woman gets prison for shooting at repo workers
Pennsylvania woman gets prison for shooting at repo workers
Ohio man sentenced to 20 years for wife’s shooting
Ohio man sentenced to 20 years for wife’s shooting
Ohio officers shoot and kill suspected active shooter
Ohio officers shoot and kill suspected active shooter
Youngstown police arrest woman for prostitution on South Side
Youngstown police arrest woman for prostitution on South Side
Youngstown man arrested after gun found in car he was driving
Youngstown man arrested after gun found in car he was driving
Ohio man charged with leaving girl in van at Missouri casino
Ohio man charged with leaving girl in van at Missouri casino
Mayor McNally LIVE now on Vindy Talk Radio
Mayor McNally is live for the next hour on Vindy Talk Radio.
Man, woman found dead with gunshot wounds on Chicago Skyway
Man, woman found dead with gunshot wounds on Chicago Skyway
Britain's Prince Philip admitted to hospital with infection
Britain's Prince Philip admitted to hospital with infection
Kushner arrives to try for Israeli-Palestinian breakthrough
Kushner arrives to try for Israeli-Palestinian breakthrough
Suspect arrested in slaying of Brandon Sample of Warren
Suspect arrested in slaying of Brandon Sample of Warren
Belmont Avenue entrance ramp to I-80 closed an hour tonight for repairs
Belmont Avenue entrance ramp to I-80 closed an hour tonight for repairs
Cincinnati council adds needle exchange to 2018 budget
Cincinnati council adds needle exchange to 2018 budget
YWCA hosts Paint and Taste on June 29
YWCA hosts Paint and Taste on June 29 YOUNGSTOWN YWCA of Youngstown will host Paint and Taste
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
Thursday Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St, Canfield, will offer Drive-through chicken dinners
Southside Fine Arts Academy summer program enriches youth at Villa Maria
Southside Fine Arts Academy enriches youth at Villa Maria
Podcasts grow as source of news, talk
My grandmother liked the evening news. She liked Walter Cronkite, anchor of “CBS Evening News,” for
Allegiant flights at Vienna down 35% so far in 2017
Allegiant flights are down 35 percent so far this year over last.
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 21
Today is Wednesday, June 21, the 172nd day of 2017. There are 193 days left in the year. Summer
Pop-ular popcorn snacks to enjoy for summer
Family Features From casual gatherings with friends to outdoor athletic activities and leisurely
Clamping down, Trump team puts ‘brief’ in briefing
Clamping down, Trump team puts ‘brief’ in briefing WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s White
Uber allows riders to tip drivers via app, matching Lyft
Uber allows riders to tip drivers via app, matching Lyft SAN FRANCISCO Uber is enabling
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
Oil’s slide reins in stocks; losses widespread
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes retreated from their record heights Tuesday after
washington GOP’s Medicaid rollback collides with drug scourge
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Republican campaign to roll back Barack Obama’s health care law
sandlot roundup | Tuesday’s games
TRI-T PONY Poland Land O’Frost 8, Springfield Danck Properties 5 Christian Colosimo tossed a
Scrappers deserve strong fan base for 2017 season
Editorial: As excitement builds for tonight’s home opener of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers’ 19th season,
Simple ways to produce healthy habits
Family Features If getting your kids to embrace healthy eating habits feels like a constant
One burger at a time at JR'z Pub
And it all starts with one. That one thing is a mouthwatering burger from JR'z Pub.
Junior golfers struggle in Day 1 of AJGA tournament
The course took some swings back at many of the 96 participants from ages 12-15
Early runs give Scrappers first win
Staff report Morgantown, w.va. The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and West Virginia Black Bears once
around the horn
around the horn Tuesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 8, Yankees 3 NEW YORK
Kuhl breaks slump, Pirates beat Brewers
Chad Kuhl got a lift when Andrew McCutchen put on another hitting clinic
London copes with deep divisions after attacks, fire
Associated Press LONDON The cars still zip over London Bridge at their typical fast clip,
Punching for Paws coming to Youngstown
Brian Sims of Downtown Boxing Club will meet Cody Orahoske of Cleveland in the main event of Saturday’s outdoor amateur boxing show
college world series Tuesday’s games
Florida 5, Louisville 1 OMAHA, NEB. Brady Singer pitched seven strong innings and Austin
Savory summer outdoor grilling
Family Features There’s not much that tastes better during the summer than a meal hot off the
Delicious dishes for the perfect night in
Family Features When planning a get-together with friends, finding the right playlist and inviting
PUNCHING FOR PAWS Saturday’s pairings
St.’s Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Center Main Event – 160 pounds – Cody Orahoske
GOP budget deadlock imperils Trump hopes for tax overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON If Republicans can’t pass a budget, forget about a major overhaul
DOYO Live has new features to make it better than 2016’s conference
The Aug. 3 conference, now in its second year, has more depth of speakers this year, an interactive lounge and DOYO Live workshop sessions taking place Aug. 2.
Brussels train station blast being treated as terror attack
Associated Press BRUSSELS Belgian authorities said they foiled a “terror attack” Tuesday when
DOYO LIVE PRICING
DOYO LIVE PRICING Below are prices for this year’s DOYO Live, a digital marketing and interactive
Niles police announce reward in October homicide of elderly woman
Niles police announce reward in October homicide of elderly woman
Hubbard Council opens door to medical-marijuana dispensaries
Cultivators and processors are still prohibited.
One of three men in motorcycle club shootings takes plea deal
One of the three men charged in a June 18, 2016, gunfight among two area motorcycle clubs has pleaded guilty to reduced charges
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Lake Street Dive: Tonight on
Cheering 1st day of summer?
Associated Press PHOENIX The first day of summer brought some of the worst heat the Southwest
US military shoots down Iranian-made drone in Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT The U.S. military said it shot down an Iranian-made, armed drone in
Assault suspect arrested again for breaking into house of alleged victim
Youngstown man faces new felony charges
Camp teaches people with disabilities to ride two-wheel bicycles
Down Syndrome Association of the Valley hosts bike camp for fourth year
Republican Handel wins Ga. House seat in key contest
Associated Press DUNWOODY, Ga. Republican Karen Handel has won a nationally watched
St. Vincent damaged
St. Vincent damaged YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County’s St. Vincent DePaul Society will be serving
Senate GOP steers toward showdown vote on health bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Republicans steered toward a potential showdown vote on their
Police agencies bust Trumbull marijuana-growing operation
Police agencies bust Trumbull marijuana-growing operation NORTH BLOOMFIELD Several law-
Here’s hard truth about palm oil
Opinion: By Braden Phillips Tribune News Service You may have never heard of palm oil, but chances are
Religious left seeking to offset religious right’s political clout
Opinion: The religious left feels left out. According to an article in The New York Times, liberal clergy
Coroner rules on drowning at Mosquito lake, homicide of missing Warren man
Travis Shaffer, 16, was reported missing from his home the day before.
Final phase of Lake Milton water and sewer project three years out
Commissioners to meet again next Tuesday
Be wary of fake news
Opinion: By Christopher Suprun The Dallas Morning News You are a dead man. Liberal, globalist CUCK! You
Tuesday, June 20 (104 stories)
Republican Handel ekes out win in closely watched Ga. election
Her win avoids an upset that would have rocked Washington
Children make an artsy splash at summer camp
Southside Fine Arts Academy summer program enriches youth at Villa Maria
Republicans' Medicaid rollback collides with opioid epidemic
Republicans' Medicaid rollback collides with opioid epidemic
Man faces charges in Boardman restaurant disturbance
A Youngstown man faces numerous charges after an incident reported at Primanti Bros. restaurant Monday night.
Valley jobless rate up in May
In May 2017, the Valley’s unemployment was 5.8 percent, up from 5.7 percent reported in May 2016.
ODNR answers questions about proposed Brookfield injection wells
The 13 questions and answers regard the proposal by Pittsburgh-based Highland Field Services to construct injection wells next to Wyngate Manor off state Route 7.
Suspect shot after explosion at Brussels train station
Suspect shot after explosion at Brussels train station
4 Ohio schools receiving money for student emergency grants
4 Ohio schools receiving money for student emergency grants
Tony DiCicco, coach of Women's World Cup champs, dies at 68
Tony DiCicco, coach of Women's World Cup champs, dies at 68
Hubbard councilman resigns due to residency change
Hubbard councilman resigns due to residency change
Comic Bill Dana, who won fame as 'Jose Jimenez,' dies at 92
Comic Bill Dana, who won fame as 'Jose Jimenez,' dies at 92
GE Transportation signs $575M deal with Egyptian railway
GE Transportation signs $575M deal with Egyptian railway
Teddy Foltz 4th Annual Memorial Poker Run set for June 25
Teddy Foltz 4th Annual Memorial Poker Run set for June 25.
Niles council roundtable discussion set for Wednesday is canceled
Niles council roundtable discussion set for Wednesday has been canceled
Trumbull coroner ID's 16-year-old pulled from Mosquito Lake
Trumbull coroner ID's 16-year-old pulled from Mosquito Lake
Stambaugh Charter Academy hosts information session Thursday
Stambaugh Charter Academy hosts information session Thursday
Poland Zoning Commission hosts public meeting Wednesday night
Poland Zoning Commission hosts public meeting Wednesday night
Youngstown suspect arrested again for breaking into house of alleged victim
Youngstown suspect arrested again for breaking into house of alleged victim
Man charged in 2016 Shorty's Place shooting pleads to lesser charges
Man charged in 2016 Shorty's Place shooting pleads to lesser charges
Wounded survivor found 2 days after fatal NE Ohio car crash
Wounded survivor found 2 days after fatal NE Ohio car crash
Judge announces Trump won't be defendant in pipeline lawsuit
Judge announces Trump won't be defendant in pipeline lawsuit
McConnell says GOP getting ready for Senate health care vote
McConnell says GOP getting ready for Senate health care vote
Hubbard council OKs medical-marijuana dispensaries
Hubbard council OKs medical-marijuana dispensaries
McCain: Americans 'stupid' to still want to travel to NKorea
McCain: Americans 'stupid' to still want to travel to NKorea
Franklin County coroner tracking spike in overdose deaths for Columbus area
Franklin County coroner tracking spike in overdose deaths for Columbus area
US military shoots down Iranian-made drone in southern Syria
US military shoots down Iranian-made drone in southern Syria
Niles PD announce $10,000 reward in woman's 2016 murder
Niles PD announce $10,000 reward in woman's 2016 murder
Police: Brutal slaying near mosque stemmed from road rage
Police: Brutal slaying near mosque stemmed from road rage
Allegiant adds new flights, routes - but nothing new for Youngstown
Allegiant adds new flights, routes - but nothing for Youngstown
US sends supersonic bombers in show of force against N.Korea
US sends supersonic bombers in show of force against N.Korea
Apple seeks to void patent claims, fees in Qualcomm dispute
Apple seeks to void patent claims, fees in Qualcomm dispute
Georgia race finally heads to voters; DC watching closely
Georgia race finally heads to voters; DC watching closely
Democrats fear slowdown of Russia sanctions bill in House
Democrats fear slowdown of Russia sanctions bill in House
Boardman man's bad bar behavior gets him stunned, arrested
Man's bad bar behavior gets him stunned, arrested
Ken gets makeover: Cornrows, beefy bod and new skin tones
Ken gets makeover: Cornrows, beefy bod and new skin tones
In a first, Ford to import Focus small car from China
In a first, Ford to import Focus small car from China
Markets Right Now: Stocks open slightly lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open slightly lower on Wall Street
Injured survivor found 2 days after fatal Ohio car crash
Injured survivor found 2 days after fatal Ohio car crash
Amazon strikes again; the dressing room in your house
Amazon strikes again; the dressing room in your house
Lauren Johnson, Vincent Rotunno will marry
austintown James G. Johnson of Austintown is announcing the engagement of his daughter, Lauren
REUNIONS
The Issac Anderson and Lydia Warner 97th Annual Reunion will be held Saturday at Grove City Memorial
Oldtimers Club to meet
Oldtimers Club to meet girard Girard OldTimers Club will meet today at 11:30 a.m. at Lamancusa
Open opportunities at Crash Day
YSU’s Crash Day gives students and parents the opportunity to see what campus life is all about from a variety of different perspectives, said Mary Coller, Williamson College of Business Administration director of undergraduate student services
YPD makes robbery, gun and heroin arrests
All four people arrested were arraigned Monday in Youngstown Municipal Court
Valley native participates in underwater NASA mission
YSU grad is part of NASA’s NEEMO 22 crew for 10-day analog mission
Bettis critical of NFL over transparency
Former NFL players visiting Israel to learn about medical advances
Aqua breaks ground at new operations center in Struthers
Aqua Ohio expects to be in the new, $2.5-million center by year’s end.
Cleanup continues at Campbell City Hall after Sunday deluge
Campbell City Hall may be closed for a week or longer
Trumbull coalition to take drug fight into the streets
Trumbull coalition to take drug fight into the streets
Youngstown council to consider signing management and food-and-beverage contracts for amphitheater and Covelli Centre
It’s unlikely council will give its approval at Wednesday’s meeting
With tech giants back in charge, stocks hit records again
Associated Press NEW YORK Apple and other big-name technology stocks got back to their winning
around the horn
around the horn Monday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 4, Red Sox 2 KANSAS CITY,
Overcoming Opioids EASING AN EPIDEMIC
By CARLA K. JOHNSON AP Medical Writer MONROEVILLE, Pa. Even doctors can be addicted to
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Connected, The Vindicator’s weekly summary of social media activity.
Tensions rise in Syria as Russia sends US warning
Associated Press BEIRUT Russia on Monday threatened aircraft from the U.S.-led coalition in
Google promises crackdown on online extremism
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Google is promising to be more vigilant about preventing
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday ABC Water and Storm Water District Board of trustees, 2 p.m., regular meeting,
Coroner: Cocaine among drugs found in Carrie Fisher’s system
Coroner: Cocaine among drugs found in Carrie Fisher’s system LOS ANGELES Carrie Fisher’s autopsy
The top 5 songs on the iTunes Store for the week ending June 15:
The top 5 songs on the iTunes Store for the week ending June 15: v “Despacito,” (feat. Justin
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1230.860.87 Aqua America, .71
YSU women sign transfer from Indiana
YSU women sign transfer from Indiana Josie Fisher, a guard from Fort Wayne, Ind., has signed to
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Maria Castro and Deshawn Crenshaw Jr., Youngstown, boy,
AP POLL Courts correct to block travel ban, most say
Associated Press WASHINGTON Most Americans say federal courts are acting properly in blocking
Rescue Mission executive director announces retirement
Jim Echement retires after five years as Rescue Mission director
Europe under attack
British Muslims, French police are latest targets Associated Press The rash of deadly terror
New Goldilocks planets may be just right to support life
Associated Press WASHINGTON NASA’s planet-hunting telescope has found 10 new planets outside our
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Gas prices drop Youngstown Gas prices in Northeast Ohio dropped by 7 cents this week from last
Alternate juror says he ‘probably’ would have voted to convict Cosby
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, PA> An alternate juror in Bill Cosby’s sexual assault case said
Library board mulls offer from Campbell City Schools
Library may be included in new Campbell “community hub”
Otto Warmbier, 22 US student freed by N. Korea in coma dies
Associated Press CINCINNATI Otto Warmbier, an American college student who was released by
Sebring woman reunited with lost tortoise
Associated Press CLEVELAND A wayward tortoise’s surprising trek around Ohio has ended happily
Will soy-based diet affect thyroid function?
Q. I started eating lots of soy products when I was a young woman. I developed low-level
Health Education
Health Education YOUNGSTOWN Mercy Health – Youngstown is offering free and open-to-the-public
Amazon-Whole Foods tie-up could speed up grocery transformation
By CANDICE CHOI AP Food Industry Writer NEW YORK Even before Amazon said it was buying Whole
METRO digest
Youngstown BOE tables resolutions YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Board of Education members tabled all
Coroner’s office identifies body found in Bristol Township as that of missing Warren man, 22
Coroner’s office identifies body found in Bristol Township as that of missing Warren man, 22
Ruled an accident
Ruled an accident WARREN The Trumbull County coroner has ruled the death of a girl, 15 months,
London fire, attack add to public discontent in Britain
Editorial: It’s only supposed to happen in the Third World: Numerous victims from a horrific fire in a public-
Statues embody racism, terror
Opinion: By Francis Wilkinson Bloomberg View New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu delivered a powerful speech
Repeal of Davis-Bacon law will reduce the cost of construction
Opinion: “You really ought to give Iowa a try. Provided you are contrary.” – “Iowa Stubborn,” from
Monday, June 19 (95 stories)
4 new Youngstown police officers to be sworn in Tuesday
4 new Youngstown police officers to be sworn in Tuesday
Top court to hear case that could reshape US political map
Top court to hear case that could reshape US political map
Cavs, GM Griffin part after title, 3 straight NBA Finals
Cavs, GM Griffin part after title, 3 straight NBA Finals
Trumbull coalition to take fight against drugs to the streets
Trumbull coalition to take fight against drugs to the streets
Youngstown school board takes no action on resolutions involving CEO
Youngstown school board takes no action on resolutions involving CEO
Tiger Woods receiving professional help to manage meds
Tiger Woods receiving professional help to manage meds
UPDATE | Power restored to many; some Youngstown customers still in the dark
UPDATE | Power restored to many; some Youngstown customers still in the dark
Warren City Council finance committee meets Tuesday
Warren City Council finance committee meets Tuesday
Tuesday's Mahoning County Land Bank Finance Committee meeting canceled
Tuesday's Mahoning County Land Bank Finance Committee meeting canceled
UPDATE | US student freed by North Korea in a coma has died at 22
Student from Cincinnati released by North Korea has died
UPDATE | Rains cause flooding, power outages, city boil order
The Ohio Department of Transportation reports that all lanes are now open on I-680 northbound at South Avenue. Woodland/Himrod Avenue to 680 northbound remains closed, as does state Route 711 to 680 northbound.
Campbell Muni Court hearings moved to Coitsville Township Hall
Campbell Muni Court hearings moved to Coitsville Township Hall
Ohio to train investigators to identify human trafficking
Ohio to train investigators to identify human trafficking
Rescue Mission executive director announces retirement
Rescue Mission executive director announces retirement
Day care center, 2 former workers sued over 'Fight Club’
Day care center, 2 former workers sued over ’Fight Club’
Jury deliberations begin in Ohio officer’s murder retrial
Jury deliberations begin in Ohio officer’s murder retrial
UPDATE | Task force will go door-to-door to talk about opiate abuse
Task force will go door-to-door to talk about opiate abuse
79 now believed to have died in London high-rise fire
79 now believed to have died in London high-rise fire
Coroner: Cocaine among drugs found in Carrie Fisher’s system
Coroner: Cocaine among drugs found in Carrie Fisher’s system
UK moves to ease tensions after van attack on London Muslims
UK moves to ease tensions after van attack on London Muslims
Woman faces drug charge after Boardman traffic stop
Woman faces drug charges after Boardman traffic stop
New book on bloody WWII battle inspired by NY veteran
New book on bloody WWII battle inspired by NY veteran
Forged Austintown township check shows up in Maine
Forged Austintown township check shows up in Maine
Justices take on fight over partisan electoral maps
Justices take on fight over partisan electoral maps
Aqua Ohio breaks ground on $2.5 million operations center
Aqua Ohio breaks ground on $2.5 million operations center
West Side robbery suspect expected in court later today
West Side robbery suspect expected in court later today
Man fatally shot during altercation at Father’s Day barbecue
Man fatally shot during altercation at Father’s Day barbecue
Calkins selling 6 newspapers near Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
Calkins selling 6 newspapers near Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
Justices say government can’t refuse disparaging trademarks
Justices say government can’t refuse disparaging trademarks
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Easter Seals of Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana Counties will host the 12th annual
The Bannons also bicycle the Tri-State Trek in honor of their brother, Chuck, who died of ALS in 2009
The 270-mile Tri-State Trek runs from Boston College through New York to Greenwich, Conn.
Bauer, bats lead Indians to 4-game sweep of Twins
There’s still a lot of baseball left to play this season, but it’s hard to overlook what the Cleveland Indians did over the weekend
1967 — the legendary ‘Summer of Love’ Marking 50 years
By JOCELYN GECKER Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO They came for the music, the mind-bending
Leading man: Rizzo helps Cubs down Bucs
Assoociated Press PITTSBURGH Anthony Rizzo hardly looks like a typical leadoff hitter. The
Wise nets trophy, PGA Tour card with wire-to-wire victory
Aaron Wise completed a wire-to-wire victory Sunday in the Air Capital Classic to lock up a PGA Tour card with his first Web.com Tour title
Boardman officials to interview three remaining police chief candidates
YPD captain, Boardman sergeant, FBI agent among Boardman police chief candidates
PUSKAS: Hot streak answers questions
Eight words that define what it means to be a Cleveland sports fan
Jackson-Milton High School students gives drug addiction message on plow painting
Jackson-Milton High School students gives drug addiction message on plow painting
Brooks Koepka caps record week with first major title at U.S. Open
Defending champion Dustin Johnson was doing most of the talking
Chautauqua will bring history to life
Staff report Warren Ohio Chautauqua, a series of educational living-history and musical
Encryption expenses to YSU
Youngstown State University’s police department is being forced to make expensive changes with emerging technology
School bus technology enhances safety and accountability
School bus monitoring technology here measures transportation performance, information technology coordinator says.
Mark Canzonetta and daughter, Gina, bested two father-son teams on “Guy’s Grocery Games”
The “Father Cooks Best” edition aired at 8 p.m. Sunday
AROND THE HORN Sunday’s other Major League Baseball games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 4, Yankees 3 OAKLAND, CALIF. Khris Davis hit a go-ahead two-run
Ballot language OK’d for age limits on smartphone sales
Ballot language OK’d for age limits on smartphone sales denver Colorado officials have cleared
More courts allowing 3 parents of 1 child
Associated Press NEW YORK Sixteen-year-old Madison’s family clustered for a photo in a
‘Cars 3’ speeds to No. 1; Tupac biopic nets strong debut
‘Cars 3’ speeds to No. 1; Tupac biopic nets strong debut LOS ANGELES “Wonder Woman” fell to
AUTO RACING Larson holds off Elliott at Michigan
Associated Press Three times, Kyle Larson needed to outrace the rest of the contenders on late
The thunder and lightning storm with accompanying high winds rolled in shortly after noon
The 2017 Thunder Over the Valley Air Show at Youngstown Air Reserve Station closed early
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Even doctors can be addicted to opioids, in a way: It’s hard to stop prescribing
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses James E. Gray, 70, of 251 Hunters Hollow SE, Warren,
Lessons of Thurgood Marshall should guide us after shooting
Opinion: By Stephen L. CARTER Bloomberg View Are we so far gone as a country that nothing but death and
Bob Seger catalog now available for streaming
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Bob Seger is finally letting you stream his music.
Daughter calls Glenn Campbell’s last record ‘therapeutic’
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Glen Campbell’s last record, “Adios,” is
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
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES | Sunday’s games
Louisville builds big lead to topple Texas A&M Omaha, NEB. Colby Fitch drove in four runs, Sam
Mother: Son tried to save his Navy shipmates after collision
Associated Press YOKOSUKA, JAPAN The mother of a U.S. Navy sailor said her son kept diving to
INTERNATIONAL SOCCER Sunday’s Confederations Cup games
PORTUGAL 2, MEXICO 2 KAZAN, RUSSIA Title contenders Portugal and Mexico fought out an
PORTUGAL Forest fire kills at least 62; more bodies sought
Associated Press PEDROGAO GRANDE, Portugal A raging forest fire in central Portugal killed at
Today is Monday, June 19, the 170th day of 2017. There are 195 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, June 19, the 170th day of 2017. There are 195 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Why do students get bad grades?
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords The end of the school year has a tendency to bring crises to my
Cosby team triumphant, but retrial, lawsuits loom
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, PA. Legal experts say prosecutors in Bill Cosby’s sexual assault
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Esscence Williams and Edward Campbell, Youngstown, girl,
SPORTS digest
NHL salary cap set at $75 million NEW YORK The NHL salary cap has been set at $75 million for
As senior population grows, so, too, must commitment to elder-abuse prevention
Editorial: The graying of America has ushered in with it an era of profound demographic change. As baby
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Vape pipe sparked fire; dog possibly involved DAMASCUS, Md. Authorities says a
washington Lawyer: Trump is not under investigation, despite tweet
Associated Press WASHINGTON A member of the president’s outside legal team said Sunday that
Pilot killed by propeller after starting engine
Associated Press MOUNT VERNON, OHIO Authorities say an Ohio man has been killed after being
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 72 in the final
Agenda today
Agenda today Boardman Township trustees, 5 p.m., special meeting, government center, 8299 Market
Plea hearing set for Ohio man linked to extremists
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge has set a June plea hearing for an Ohio man accused of
NHL EXPANSION DRAFT Vegas holds all the cards
Associated Press Vegas Golden Knights general manager George McPhee had difficulty containing his
1960s rock icons recall groovy, gritty Summer of Love
By JOCELYN GECKER Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Summer of Love in 1967 marked a
Mom who forgives her daughter’s killer fights for his release
Associated Press CANTON The mother of a pregnant woman slain by her boyfriend, a former Ohio
Invited to apply to Rayen Early College
Invited to apply to Rayen Early College YOUNGSTOWN Rayen Early College Intermediate School will
US shoots down Syrian aircraft; Iran strikes over Tehran attacks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. military on Sunday shot down a Syrian Air Force fighter jet
Sunday, June 18 (74 stories)
Brooks Koepka caps record week with U.S. Open title
Brooks Koepka traveled around the world to find his game. He found stardom right at home as the U.S. Open champion.
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY The P.E.O. Ohio Chapter CE will hold its regular meeting at noon at A La Cart Catering,
Learn how to become a foster parent
Learn how to become a foster parent lisbon Lepper Library, 303 E. Lincoln Way, will host Sherry
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 4611 East will meet Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church, 1314 Belmont
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave., will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs, Inc. will meet for a luncheon at noon at
'Cars 3' outdistances 'Wonder Woman' at box office this weekend
The raunchy 'Rough Night' had rough showing at movie theaters, earning only $8.1 million
President Trump is not under investigation by special counsel, attorney says
Trump has been increasingly angry and agitated over reports he is a focus of the probe, advisers say
Cosby still faces string of civil lawsuits filed by 10 women in 2 states
His criminal trial ended in a mistrial Saturday
Five police officers killed in Taliban attack
At least nine other police officers and nine civilians were injured in today's attack
National elections in France today likely to clinch Macron's hold on power
His party could win 450 of 577 seats in the lower chamber of the national Legislature
Trump supporter storms stage, disrupts performance of 'Julius Caesar'
The woman reportedly shouted, 'Stop leftist violence!'
On deck, Season 19 for Mahoning Valley Scrappers
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are set to begin their 19th season with, as usual, plenty of new faces on the field, but also a new manager.
Keeping up with the Georges: 13 years after birth of quads, family adjusts
Catching up with the George family
Slavic festival livens downtown Youngstown
John Slanina cried when he and Sam Krempasky connected with each other for the first time in 17 years.
Church on Hanoverton hill steeped in history, tradition
Take a drive through a rural stretch of Columbiana County and you might come upon a small church set on a slight hill, but not necessarily realize that it’s also steeped in rich tradition and history.
SPORTS DIGEST | Scourge shut out Canton Pitbulls
Scourge shut out Canton Pitbulls CAMPBELL The Western Reserve Scourge shut out the Canton Pitbulls, 26-0, to improve to 4-0 on the season.
NOTICES | BASEBALL Brookfield Youth Baseball — will host 9-10 and 11-12 tournaments July 13-16.
BASEBALL Brookfield Youth Baseball — will host 9-10 and 11-12 tournaments July 13-16.
Platform Beer Co. launches Walkoff Wit beer at Scrappers field
Platform Beer Co., Cleveland, will officially launch its Walkoff Wit Wednesday when the Scrappers host the Auburn Doubledays at 7 p.m. in the home opener
Celebs share best advice from Dad
By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK Dads sometimes know best. In time for Father’s
METRO DIGEST || Amateur Radio Club demo
Ham radio demo West Middlesex, Pa. The Mercer County Amateur Radio Club will be demonstrating
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Scholarships The list of high-school graduates who have received college or university
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Networking mixer YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator Women In Entrepreneurship program
IN THE CUP | Area holes in one
Homer Sturgeon, 70, aced the 140-yard No. 2 at Pleasant View in Paris. He used an 8-iron. Witnesses
Thunder wows 11K at YARS on Air Force's 70th
Jack McMahon, a C-123K pilot, talks with Jason Welling, center, and daughters, Haiden, 10, Charolotte, 6, Adaliah, 12, and Makenna, 8, of Middlefield during the Thunder Over the Valley Air Show at Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna Saturday.
Second trial for Cosby plannedSFlb
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Bill Cosby, the comedian and actor once known as “America’s
Born 150 years ago, Frank Lloyd Wright still fascinates Popular for pilgrimages
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK It’s been 150 years since the birth of America’s
Today is Sunday, June 18, the 169th day of 2017
Today is Sunday, June 18, the 169th day of 2017. There are 196 days left in the year. This is
58 confirmed or presumed dead in tower fire in London
Associated Press LONDON London police Saturday raised to 58 the number of deaths either
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Youngstown Ohio Hospital Co. LLC v. Matthew Holland et al,
Collectors love to score early tennis memorabilia
Tennis started in the 12th century and was played without a racquet. The ball was hit with the hand.
For the Week of Sunday, June 18, 2017
Brenda L. Williams to Nancy C. Jarvis, Chattanooga Ave., Youngstown, $45,000. Deutsche Bank
Does grapefruit make blood pressure plummet?
Q. I take nifedipine for high blood pressure. Lately the medicine wasn’t controlling my blood
How to keep your medicine cabinet safe
More than 212,000 adults and half a million children were accidentally poisoned by prescription and
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Celine and Daniel Perl, Warren, girl, June 16. Kori and
Man dies after being shocked in lake during rescue try
Man dies after being shocked in lake during rescue try PUT-IN-BAY Authorities say a 19-year-old
Black Keys’ Auerbach taps veterans for solo album
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK The recording of Dan Auerbach’s new solo album was
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 72 for the third
Vintage typewriters gaining fans who face ‘digital burnout’
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Typewriter enthusiasts gather at an Albuquerque restaurant to
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Thunder Over the Valley air show, 9 a.m.: The world famous U.S. Air
Israel’s Grossman wins International Booker Prize
Israel’s Grossman wins International Booker Prize LONDON Israeli author David Grossman has won
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
AWARDED HBK CPAs & Consultants is again one of the top employers in the state. The Ohio Society
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Sunday’s column correct: Trump only threw us bone
Opinion: Sunday’s column correct: Trump only threw us bone Bertram de Souza’s reflection regarding Trump’s
Tax overhaul in trouble as opposition to import tax grows
Associated Press A key part of House Republicans’ plan to overhaul the way corporations pay taxes
Storms shatter homes in Nebraska, Iowa
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Residents in parts of eastern Nebraska and western Iowa were
AREA GOLF LEAGUES
AREA GOLF LEAGUES bedford trails WWW Ladies Scamble League — Best scramble score: Ann Martin,
AROUND THE HORN | Saturday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 5, Yankees 2 OAKLAND, CALIF. Ryon Healy went deep twice for his
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings & scrambles
JUNE Today — AJGA Junior All-Star Championship regional qualifier at Mill Creek Golf Course. Call
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Saturday’s games
Oregon State 6, Cal State Fullerton 5 OMAHA, NEB. Unbeaten national wins leader Jake Thompson
US Navy says bodies of sailors found on ship
Associated Press YOKOSUKA, Japan Navy divers found the bodies of missing sailors today aboard
Is Ohio rolling dice on lottery?
Opinion: The company that has been operating Ohio’s gambling systems since 2009 has a message for the keepers
YSU’s enrollment is not just about the numbers
Editorial: Sometime next month, Youngstown State University should have a pretty good idea of what freshman
Choose nursing home carefully
Opinion: By Beverley Laubert The Vindicator Making the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Boardman Township trustees, 5 p.m., special meeting, government center, 8299 Market
Not real news: A look at what didn’t happen this week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
How did I get here?
Opinion: Type into Google “How did I ..” And the first completion option that pops up is “How did I get
Stage Left Players delight audience with ‘Spamalot’
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Lisbon Although you won’t find many references to tinned
MORE PRO GOLF FROM SATURDAY
MORE PRO GOLF FROM SATURDAY MEIJER LPGA CLASSIC GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. Lexi Thompson shot a 64 on
Ramirez homers twice, Indians batter Twins
Even after outscoring Minnesota 17-4 in the first two games of their weekend series, Cleveland manager Terry Francona thinks his team still needs to “really get after it.”
Saturday, June 17 (75 stories)
11K watch today's Thunder Over the Valley air show at YARS
“Awesome” is how Jacob Liber, 7, described the performance of the Air Force Thunderbirds Demonstration Team Saturday at the 2017 Thunder Over the Valley Air Show at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station.
7th Slavic fest adds new feature: Tell Your Slavic Story
John Slanina cried when he and Sam Krempasky connected with each other for the first time in 17 years.
Yurcics planning party, Mass for 50th anniversary
gallatin, tenn. George and Theresa Yurcic will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary June 24,
Cara Cupler, Kam Henley will wed in July
canfield Cara Cupler and Kam Henley, both of Canfield, are engaged and planning a summer wedding.
Kimber Haug, Joseph Catullo Jr. to marry Aug. 5
BOARDMAN Robert and Lynn Haug, Boardman, are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kimber
Jessica Stacy to marry Mr. Rolla in summer rite
canfield Parents of the future bride and groom are announcing the engagement of Jessica Stacy of
Chrystin Ritter, Jonathan Rickert are engaged
boardman Chrys and Bill Ritter of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Williamses mark 60 years of marriage
columbiana Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Williams of Columbiana celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
The Lapinskis celebrate 50th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. John Lapinski celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary May 28 with a brunch at A La
State report: Youngstown's 3rd-grade reading results up 7%
However, BOE president Brenda Kimble said she doubts the report’s results.
Bond set at $5 million for murder suspect Dale Williams
A witness said the victim begged for her life. Prosecutors say her attacker confessed to police.
SPORTS DIGEST | Hubbard teen competing on golf tour
Seamus Chrystal of Hubbard competed in the boys 16-19 division in the North Coast Junior Golf Tour.
Young man’s body pulled from Mosquito Lake in Bazetta Township
The Trumbull County coroner is working to identify a male found in a rural area of Bristol Township.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK is in a 14-way tie for 55th, good enough to make the cut after the second round of the U.S. Open.
New disc golf course looks like a hole in one
The course is bringing a younger crowd to Austintown Township Park
Man killed in chase was released earlier to attend treatment program
Killed on Interstate 680 Thursday
Golf outing among friends becomes something bigger
The “Till Open” has raised more than $100,000 for the Canfield schools
Record reviews
Katy Perry Album: “Witness” Grade: C She once roared. But now, we’ll just call it meowing.
Cash, credit cards stolen from auto parked at Boardman YMCA
The cards were immediately used to purchase thousands of dollars worth of merchandise.
MVSD to distribute surplus funds
Youngstown, Niles and McDonald will collectively get $5 million in surplus funds from MVSD.
Youngstown receives only 1 bid below estimate for street projects
The project will be done in August and take about two weeks to finish
Zac Brown Band set for inaugural Y Live event
Eric Ryan, CEO of JAC Live, talks about the logistics and issues of bringing the Zac Brown Band to Youngstown State University’s Stambaugh Stadium during a Friday event at the football field. Tickets for the Aug. 24 inaugural “Y Live: The Youngstown Musical Event” go on sale June 24.
Trump on twitter-bombing mission
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Donald J.Trump missed his opportunity to become a Gen. Patton-style
Amazon deal for Whole Foods could bring retail experiments
Associated Press NEW YORK Online retail giant Amazon is making a bold expansion into physical
ZAC BROWN BAND | How to get tickets
Tickets for the Aug. 24 Zac Brown Band show at Youngstown State University’s Stambaugh Stadium will
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Hannah Malcomson and Zane Patterson, Warren, boy, June
Road work set next week in Mercer County communities
Projects are set in the borough of Stoneboro, Lake and Sandy Lake townships
leaving an abusive relationship
Some necessities for having an escape plan to leave an abusive relationship: Have extra keys
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Thunder Over the Valley air show, 9 a.m.: The world-famous U.S. Air
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Meals recalled YOUNGSTOWN AVI of Akron announced a voluntary recall of about 206 chunk-shaped
At impasse, Cosby jury tests the patience of judge, defense
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. The jury in Bill Cosby’s sexual-assault case tested the
Motorcyclist says car tried to run him off road
Staff report WARREN A city man on a motorcycle reported that a woman in a car tried to run him
Johnson, McIlroy and Day crash out at Open
Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy and Jason Day made the wrong kind of history at the U.S. Open
Father’s Day service
Father’s Day service YOUNGSTOWN Faith Fellowship Church of God, 388 E. Midlothian Blvd., will
AROUND THE HORN | Friday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 13, Rays 4 DETROIT Nicholas Castellanos doubled, tripled and drove in
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Church of the Rock: 7025 Lutheran Lane, Poland, 6 to 9 p.m., Monday through June 23. Theme: Maker
Cowbirds employ parasitic lifestyle
Every spring I get reports from astonished readers describing a small bird feeding a much larger,
Youth fishing day
Youth fishing day Lowellville The Lowellville Rod & Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, will have a
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Bucco bullpen implodes vs. Cubs
Anthony Rizzo just missed a chance at making history at the start of the game
Girlfriend whose texts urged suicide guilty of manslaughter
Associated Press TAUNTON, Mass. A woman who sent her boyfriend a barrage of text messages
The fate of program to protect young immigrants still undecided
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration said Friday it still has not decided the
Scalise’s doctor hopes for an ‘excellent recovery’
Scalise’s doctor hopes for an ‘excellent recovery’ WASHINGTON Congressman Steve Scalise can hope
US housing starts drop for 3rd-straight month
Associated Press WASHINGTON Homebuilders slowed down the pace of construction for the third-
Trump restores some Cuba penalties
Associated Press MIAMI President Donald Trump declared Friday he was restoring some travel and
Closed housing sales up across the Mahoning Valley
Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull counties all saw an increase in closed sales in May 2017 over May 2016.
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Hot dog! Eye-catching LA wiener stand finds museum home LOS ANGELES An eye-
Area anglers get their revenge
Walleye tournament angler Sammy Cappelli vowed he would exact revenge for a cruel twist of fate that
WaterFire Sharon to offer braziers
SHARON, PA WaterFire Sharon will be offering a limited number of braziers this lighting season
Trump confirms he’s under investigation
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump confirmed Friday he is under federal
Ohio’s May jobless rate at 4.9 percent
Ohio’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.9 percent in May 2017, down from 5 percent in April 2017.
Lowellville grad Dennis Hynes to become district’s new K-12 principal
Hynes leaves post at Struthers Elementary
NBC to air Jones interview
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK NBC News vowed to go ahead with Megyn Kelly’s
GOP, Dem governors call for changes in House health bill
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa A group of Republican and Democratic governors are echoing
Today is Saturday, June 17, the 168th day of 2017. There are 197 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, June 17, the 168th day of 2017. There are 197 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
2 charged with child endangering
2 charged with child endangering STRUTHERS Two people were arraigned Friday in Struthers
Dow ticks up; grocery stores plunge after Amazon deal
Associated Press NEW YORK Amazon’s $13.4 billion deal for Whole Foods sent grocery stores, big
Trial date set for teen accused in school shooting
Associated Press URBANA, Ohio A trial date has been set for a teenager accused in an Ohio
GOLF roundup
LPGA Canadian teen leads Meijer Classic by 2 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich Brooke Henderson bogeyed the
Hate speech is legally protected
Opinion: By Ken White Los Angeles Times Free speech and its limitations are on Americans’ minds. In the
Trump financial form shows revenue up at hotel, resort
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s Washington hotel saw almost $20 million in
Expedite travel ban case
Opinion: By Hans von Spakovsky The Heritage Foundation It looks like the next stop for President Donald
Help make Thunder Over Valley high-flying success
Editorial: All eyes will be glued to the skies over the Youngstown air base this weekend for the return of
Friday, June 16 (132 stories)
Zac Brown Band concert to evolve into multi-day fest at YSU, promoter says
Promoters of the announced Zac Brown Band concert Aug. 24 at Youngstown State University’s Stambaugh Stadium expect the show to be the first of an annual major music series at the outdoor venue.
Cops say Williams confessed he tracked ex to kill her
Prosecutors said Friday that Elizabeth Pledger-Stewart begged for her life after her car was pushed into a Market Street building, but the man accused of killing her told detectives his mind was already made up.
Steven Mango served 13 years after one chase; this time, he died
Steven Mango was sentenced to 180 days in jail in April in Columbiana County Municipal Court on a theft charge but was released weeks later to take part in a recovery program.
Youngstown schools 3rd-grade reading scores up 7 percent
The Ohio Department of Education reports Youngstown City Schools had a 7 percent increase in third-grade reading results.
Only one bid below estimate for Federal, Market street upgrades
The city received only one proposal below its estimate for improvement work to two of downtown’s busiest streets.
Body pulled from Mosquito Lake likely missing teen; other autopsies set
Rescuers pulled the body of a young man wearing swimming trunks from the waters of Mosquito Lake near the marina at 4 p.m. today.
Friends' golf outing raises cash for Canfield schools
What began as an informal golf outing among classmates has turned into an annual event that has raised more than $100,000 for the Canfield School District over five years.
New disc golf course attracting attention to Austintown Park
When Austintown resident Ray Penny approached Todd Shaffer, township park supervisor, with the idea of putting a disc golf course in Austintown Township Park, it was the first Shaffer had heard of the sport.
COSBY UPDATE: Jurors to continue deliberations Saturday morning
Jurors in Bill Cosby’s suburban Philadelphia sexual assault trial are wrapping up for the night, still at an impasse after more than 50 hours of deliberations.
Drivers beware: 2 OVI checkpoints in Youngstown tonight
The Mahoning Valley OVI Task Force and Ohio State Highway Patrol will have two OVI checkpoints tonight in the city.
UPDATE | Body of young man found at Mosquito Lake State Park
UPDATE | Body of young man found at Mosquito Lake State Park
Campbell church closed temporarily for renovations
Campbell church closed temporarily for renovations
Akron hosts vigil Saturday afternoon for fathers facing deportation
Akron hosts vigil Saturday afternoon for fathers facing deportation
Trump submits financial information detailing trust assets
Trump submits financial information detailing trust assets
Witmer’s Inc. in Salem restructures with a construction focus
Witmer’s Inc. restructures with a construction focus
Pa. State Police hope boat’s GPS will help them find overboard victim
Pa. State Police hope boat’s GPS will help them find overboard victim
GOP, Dem governors call for changes in House health bill
GOP, Dem governors call for changes in House health bill
Trump: Rep. Steve Scalise 'took a bullet for all of us'
Trump: Rep. Steve Scalise 'took a bullet for all of us'
Pa. woman sentenced for lying about husband’s stabbing death
Pa. woman sentenced for lying about husband’s stabbing death
What does Trump’s new Cuba policy mean for travel to island?
What does Trump’s new Cuba policy mean for travel to island?
Apologies demanded from Steve Harvey after Flint comment
Apologies demanded from Steve Harvey after Flint comment
COSBY VERDICT | Cosby lawyer frustrated with jurors asking for testimony review
Cosby lawyer frustrated with jurors asking for testimony review
$5 million bond for man accused of gunning down woman in the street
$5 million bond for man accused of gunning down woman in the street
Crory Road in Canfield closed until 4 p.m. today for culvert replacement
Crory Road in Canfield closed this afternoon for culvert replacement
2 arraigned today in Struthers Muni Court on child-endangering charges
2 arraigned today in Struthers court on child-endangering charges
Want to talk to Mayor McNally? You can do so for five minutes Tuesday
Want to talk to Mayor McNally? You can do so for five minutes Tuesday
COSBY VERDICT | On Day 5 of jury talks, Cosby thanks fans and supporters
On Day 5 of jury talks, Cosby thanks fans and supporters
Georgia prison escapees reach end of their road in Tennessee
Georgia prison escapees reach end of their road in Tennessee
Ex-mob hit man ’Mad Dog’ Sullivan dies in NY state prison
Ex-mob hit man ’Mad Dog’ Sullivan dies in NY state prison
Ohio prison system overpays food contractor by $57,000
Ohio prison system overpays food contractor by $57,000
NBC to air Jones interview despite efforts to 'distract'
NBC to air Jones interview despite efforts to 'distract'
UPDATE | Woman who sent texts urging suicide guilty of manslaughter
Woman who sent texts urging suicide guilty of manslaughter
Helmut Kohl, chancellor who reunited Germany, dies at 87
Helmut Kohl, chancellor who reunited Germany, dies at 87
Russia verifying whether it killed IS leader in airstrike
Russia verifying whether it killed IS leader in airstrike
Ohio family band member suspected of killing mom, brother
Ohio family band member suspected of killing mom, brother
US keeps effort to shield young immigrants from deportation
US keeps effort to shield young immigrants from deportation
Ohio jury recommends death penalty in slaying of ex-girlfriend
Ohio jury recommends death penalty in slaying of ex-girlfriend
Stocks dip as Amazon-Whole Foods deal hammers grocery stores
Stocks dip as Amazon-Whole Foods deal hammers grocery stores
Data shows increase in city schools third-grade reading scores
Data shows increase in city schools third-grade reading scores
Scalise has more surgery as authorities track shooter's path
Scalise has more surgery as authorities track shooter's path
TRUMP TWEETS | Says he's being investigated for firing Comey by the man who told him to do it
TRUMP TWEETS | Says he's being investigated for firing Comey by the man who told him to do it
Ohio woman found guilty in death of badly abused 4-year-old
Ohio woman found guilty in death of badly abused 4-year-old
UPDATE | Zac Brown Band to perform at Stambaugh Stadium Aug. 24
The Zac Brown Band will perform a major concert at Youngstown State University’s Stambaugh Stadium on Aug. 24, promoters announced today.
Ohio cops investigate Facebook post on violence against gays
Ohio cops investigate Facebook post on violence against gays
Road work set next week in Mercer County communities
Road work set next week in Mercer County communities
London fire may have destroyed DNA needed to ID victims
London fire may have destroyed DNA needed to ID victims
Ohio's unemployment rate sees slight decrease in May
Ohio's unemployment rate sees slight decrease in May
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1963 will meet at noon Wednesday at Station Square
Christman tops Terlesky in all-Boardman playoff
Cole Christman, Jenna Vivo, Cameron Colbert and Jayne Bernard latest qualifiers.
Jed York likes where 49ers are heading
San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York doesn’t think of his new general manager as a former TV analyst.
Homicide, crash, make for busy morning on Market Street
A woman was killed in a shooting and a robbery suspect died in a wrong-way chase.
Akron Children’s Mahoning Valley unveils new $20M building
Newly-expanded building on Beeghly Campus will open to patients July 11.
Authorities investigate three Trumbull County deaths, one missing teen
Police found bodies in Bristol Township and in Niles on Thursday and scoured part of Mosquito Lake State Park in Bazetta Township for a teen whose car and flip-flops were found at the lake.
Garrett misses final minicamp workout
It’s still not known when the top overall draft pick will be back.
STEM summer camp in Youngstown
Camp Invention elementary school students learn and create using first their minds and then their hands
A questionable murder derails ‘Rough Night’ fun
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer In “Rough Night “ four women on a wild and crazy bachelorette
‘Cars 3’ steers in a slightly different direction A dependable vehicle
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Three films in, it’s time to ask some hard questions
Boardman native is poetry prize finalist
Staff report COLUMBUS Katie Hartsock, a 2000 graduate of Boardman High School, is a finalist for
Timing is right for Shakur biopic star
By RYAN PEARSON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Demetrius Shipp Jr. never acted before
Mahoning jail lighting to be replaced
The Mahoning County commissioners have approved a $566,607 jail lighting replacement contract.
Thunderbirds aim to recruit next gen of airmen
Members of the Air Force Thunderbirds Demonstration Team fly F-16 fighter jets in close formation Thursday in preparation for their performances this weekend.
METRO DIGEST ||
Boyfriend stabbed WARREN Latasha M. Scott, 42, of Parkman Road was arraigned Thursday in Warren
Skidding tech and retail companies take stocks lower
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks fell Thursday as technology firms and small companies
Grant brings new life to courtyard garden
Boardman Glenwood Junior High students spent an afternoon outside bringing their courtyard garden to life.
Polygamous sect leader Jeffs caught after year on lam
Polygamous sect leader Jeffs caught after year on lam SALT LAKE CITY Polygamous sect leader
GOP, Dems unite in D.C. game
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans and Democrats joined in a spirited, friendly rivalry
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Fins to the Left, 5 p.m.: The Jimmy Buffet tribute band returns
Gun control is still unlikely
Opinion: By Stu Bykofsky Philadelphia Daily News Some things are predictable, some are not. Not
State Rep. Glenn Holmes, D-63rd, was recently tapped to serve as the ranking Democrat on the Ohio
Opinion: State Rep. Glenn Holmes, D-63rd, was recently tapped to serve as the ranking Democrat on the Ohio
Better Business Bureau gives businesses, leaders awards
The third-annual Better Business Bureau Torch Awards event took place Thursday at The Lake Club.
Let the Va. shooting spur recommitment to civility
Editorial: The shootings early Wednesday morning on a serene baseball field in suburban Washington, D.C, once
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Nahdia Baker and James Jones, Youngstown, girl, June 15.
Schools rethink class rankings
Associated Press LANCASTER, N.Y. At many American high schools, the graduation-day tradition of
Dodge minivans recalled
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler is recalling 297,000 minivans in the U.S. and Canada
Poll: Just 1 in 5 support Trump’s move to fire Comey
Associated Press WASHINGTON A clear majority of Americans believe President Donald Trump has
Woman, boyfriend faces charges of suspected child abuse
Police said the man physically assaulted the child
Mahoning County INDICTMENTS A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on the following charges Thursday:
Amy E. Bruss, 24, Scott Street, Warren, theft. Cordale McDowell, 19, Shields Road, possession of
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 16
Today is Friday, June 16, the 167th day of 2017. There are 198 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Many of Americans say they can’t afford summer vacation
Associated Press Forget frequent flier miles, last-minute getaways and even road trips. Nearly
Erin Hills doesn’t play easy for Day, McIlroy
Erin Hills may have been easy-as-can-be Thursday. Jason Day and Rory McIlroy never got that memo.
Students and teachers at CHC have got talent
Fourth-grade students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School to displayed a variety of talents during the school’s annual Talent Show on May 26.
Federal work-study program faces cuts
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hannah Zwick put herself through college by working as a
Y’town voters may have a chance to embrace nonpartisan elections
Opinion: There are two petitions being circulated for the November general election ballot that would bring
Various drugs found during traffic stop
Various drugs found during traffic stop YOUNGSTOWN Police found 191 painkillers of various
Deadlocked jury in Cosby trial struggles to end impasse
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Four days after getting the case, deadlocked jurors in Bill
Poland Community Briefs
Vacation Bible School There will be a Vacation Bible School at the Church of the Rock from June 19
Aligning supply, demand of workforce needed
TeamNeo, in a new report, “Aligning opportunities in Northeast Ohio,” looks to aid in addressing the demand and supply imbalance in Northeast Ohio’s workforce.
Cruise nights bring interest in cars to community
Cars line up every Tuesday during May 9 through Sept. 13 at the Austintown Senior Center for an annual car cruise.
22nd annual 5K run hosted by Austintown Lions
The weather was great on May 13 at Austintown Township Park as the Austintown Lions Club hosted its
Dandelion knowledge blows into Sprout Club at Fellows
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children at the monthly Sprout Club program met
Sudents acknowledged for bike safety
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman fourth-grade students were rewarded for
Dandelion knowledge blows into Sprout Club at Fellows
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children at the monthly Sprout Club program met
Sprout Club makes dandelion discoveries
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children at the monthly Sprout Club program met
Hilltop holds annual Vehicle Career Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School had its annual Vehicle Career Day
Austintown Lions host 22nd 5K run
The weather was great on May 13 at Austintown Township Park as the Austintown Lions Club hosted its
National competition brings in MCCTC Information Technology students to compete
Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center traveled to
Annual 5k hosted by Austintown Lions
The weather was great on May 13 at Austintown Township Park as the Austintown Lions Club hosted its
Students become business people
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary students learned the basics
Friendships form over paper crafts
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests gathered for the monthly paper craft
Austintown Community Briefs
Brookdale Austintown honors veterans On May 25, Brookdale Austintown, located at 1420 South
Boutique brings families together
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Thousands of people gathered together for the
June 2
June 2 Menacing: A Lee Run Road woman said she had been threatened while she was in the 6700 block
Canfield Community Briefs
Vacation Bible School There will be a Vacation Bible School at the Church of the Rock from June 19
Union Elementary students bring school year to an end with music
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Second-graders at Poland Union Elementary helped
Poland North students sing for special ladies
Mothers and grandmothers gathered at Poland North Preschool on May 10, 11 and 12 to watch the students put on a Mother’s Day performance.
Boardman Community Briefs
Boardman Stadium closes for six weeks for track resurfacing project The Boardman Stadium will be
Dandelion knowledge blows into Sprout Club at Fellows
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children at the monthly Sprout Club program
Families help families at boutique
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Thousands of people gathered together for the
Sprout Club learns about dandelions
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children at the monthly Sprout Club program met
Families find bargains at boutique
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Thousands of people gathered together for the
Thursday, June 15 (121 stories)
Best, brightest airmen arrive at YARS for weekend Thunderbird show
Air Force Thunderbirds Demonstration Team pilots darted through the sky Thursday over the Youngstown Air Reserve Station at supersonic speeds in their F-16 fighter jets.
Homicide, deadly chase fill YPD's day today
Market Street has long been known as one of the city’s main hot spots. It lived up to its reputation today in terms of crime.
Dems best GOP in annual charity ballgame in wake of shooting rampage
Republicans and Democrats joined in a spirited, friendly rivalry today at their annual Congressional Baseball game, many fresh from the penetrating horror of the ballfield shooting rampage a day earlier and all playing in honor of their grievously wounded colleague.
Bodies found in Bristol, Niles; teen still missing; toddler drowns
Police found bodies in Bristol Township and in Niles on Thursday, and scoured part of Mosquito Lake State Park in Bazetta Township for a teen whose car and flip-flops were found at the lake.
Akron Children's MV cuts ribbon on new addition
On Thursday, representatives of Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley cut the ribbon on a new addition to its Beeghly Campus on Market Street.
Youngstown summer STEM camps open to all area students for 5th year
Youngstown STEM summer camps are celebrating their fifth year of being up and running with free 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. programs for students from any area, including Camp Invention and Techie Camp.
Liberty woman arrested in prostitution sting
A Liberty woman was arrested in a prostitution sting operation on Wednesday.
Cosby jury calls it quits for night; deliberations resume Friday
The jury in Bill Cosby’s sex assault trial is going back to its hotel for the night after failing to resolve a deadlock that’s threatened to end the case without a verdict.
GOP Sen. Lamar calls for health care guarantees to avoid public blame
A leading Republican senator is calling for immediate action to stabilize shaky health insurance markets around the country, amid concerns that the GOP will get blamed if constituents’ lives are disrupted.
Ohio AG's office investigating Struthers resource officer
Ohio AG's office investigating Struthers resource officer
Pennsylvania gas drilling fee revenue falls for third year
Pennsylvania gas drilling fee revenue falls for third year
Ohio AG investigating former Struthers school resource officer
Ohio AG investigating former Struthers school resource officer
Ohio proposal could delay $60M repayment from online school
Ohio proposal could delay $60M repayment from online school
Browns sign rookie TE Davis Njoku, 1 of first-round picks
Browns sign rookie TE Davis Njoku, 1 of first-round picks
Ohio student freed by North Korea has severe neurological injury
Ohio student freed by North Korea has severe neurological injury
Reward to $130,000 in growing search for fugitive Ga. inmates
Reward to $130,000 in growing search for fugitive Ga. inmates
Trump orders more cash, industry input, for apprenticeships
Trump orders more cash, industry input, for apprenticeships
NCAA suspends Louisville' Pitino after escort investigation
NCAA suspends Louisville' Pitino after escort investigation
Liberty woman arrested in prostitution sting in Austintown
Liberty woman arrested in prostitution sting in Austintown
Warren woman arraigned on charge of stabbing boyfriend
Warren woman arraigned on charge of stabbing boyfriend
Mahoning County OVI Task force has sobriety checkpoints Friday and Saturday
Mahoning County OVI Task force has sobriety checkpoints Friday and Saturday
Sale on milk and eggs: Kroger cuts outlook amid price fight
Sale on milk and eggs: Kroger cuts outlook amid price fight
$75M bond set for Ohio man accused of killing 5 people
$75M bond set for Ohio man accused of killing 5 people
Search underway for missing Fowler teen at Mosquito Lake State Park
Search for missing teen ongoing at Mosquito Lake State Park
Polygamous sect leader Lyle Jeffs captured after 1 year
Polygamous sect leader Lyle Jeffs captured after 1 year
Akron Children's Hospital cuts ribbon today on new $20M facility at Boardman campus
Akron Children's Hospital cuts ribbon today on new $20M facility at Boardman campus
UPDATE | Police say suspect died in collision after high-speed I-680 chase
A chase beginning in Youngstown ended with the pursued pickup colliding head-on with a truck as it was going north in the south bound lanes of Interstate 680.
COSBY VERDICT | Jurors tell judge they are deadlocked
COSBY VERDICT | Jurors tell judge they are deadlocked
UPDATE | Child dies after being found in swimming pool in Warren
UPDATE | Child dies after being found in swimming pool in Warren
Mahoning commissioners approve contract to replace county jail lighting
Mahoning commissioners approve contract to replace county jail lighting
Youngstown police find drugs in car after traffic stop
Youngstown police find drugs in car after traffic stop
Early College National Honor Society raises funds for YSU center
Early College National Honor Society raises funds for YSU center youngstown The Youngstown Early
Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation gives $23K grant to Help Network of NEO
Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation gives $23K grant to Help Network of NEO
Nike to slash 1,400 jobs, cut sneaker styles in shakeup
Nike to slash 1,400 jobs, cut sneaker styles in shakeup
Warren police investigating injury to child found in swimming pool
Warren police investigating injury to child found in swimming pool
Another Ohio city lifts its ban on growing medical marijuana
Another Ohio city lifts its ban on growing medical marijuana
Markets Right Now: Tech stocks lead US indexes lower
Markets Right Now: Tech stocks lead US indexes lower
Somali survivors tell of restaurant siege by rebels; 31 dead
Somali survivors tell of restaurant siege by rebels; 31 dead
Warren Junior Women's League charity golf outing is Friday at Pine Lakes GC in Hubbard
Warren Junior Women's League charity golf outing is Friday at Pine Lakes GC in Hubbard
UPDATE | Police said woman dies after South Side shooting
Police said woman dies after South Side shooting
Man convicted in Ohio deputy shooting sentenced to 36 years
Man convicted in Ohio deputy shooting sentenced to 36 years
Pittsburgh celebrates second straight Stanley Cup
An estimated 650,000 people turned out along a downtown parade route that ended with a rally at Point State Park.
Ironically, man charged with leaving dog in sun thought police cruiser was too hot
James Corbett Jr., 61, of Cleveland, was questioned at the Lowe’s store on Niles-Cortland Road after a witness observed a Chow Chow in a cage in the bed of Corbett’s pickup truck for 30 minutes with no shelter or water.
Fender will not return as Springfield boys basketball coach
AD Mark Carden is now sifting through applications.
Merits of retire/rehire for county 911 director debated at public hearing
The Trumbull County human resources director recommended the retire and rehire of Ernie Cook as county 911 director.
Calhoun, YSU staff tutor kids in camp
YSU is hosting a skills camp for students this week ages 8-18 in the Stambaugh Stadium auxiliary gyms.
Aqua Ohio, LRC Realty to break ground soon on area projects
The two projects were discussed during the Western Reserve Port Authority’s Economic Development committee meeting
Dodgers top Tribe again as Miller falters again.
Cleveland relief ace Andrew Miller gave up a tiebreaking home run for the second straight night.
Airline files response and countersuit regarding daily flights from Vienna
The airline that offered daily flights between the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport and Chicago last summer denies that it misled airport officials
Simply Slavic Festival is growing bigger Reaching across a culture
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Simply Slavic, the annual festival that has become a cornerstone of
Restored car from Turtle ride to be part of Idora Park display
A local museum of memorabilia from Idora Park will display its latest prize this weekend: a car from the Turtle ride that has been restored by students.
Scary sight for Browns as Garrett limps off practice field
The No. 1 overall draft pick sustained an injury to his left foot late in practice.
Boardman Naval Ensign Ryan Bailey thanks people hometown
“I wouldn’t be standing up here without all the people in this room,” Bailey, a 2013 Boardman High School graduate, said Wednesday at a township board of trustees meeting at which he was honored.
Former school aide gets probation in child-endangering case
The former Leonard Kirtz School aide was accused of excessively disciplining two young boys.
METRO DIGEST || Reminder on parking near airport
The Vienna Police Department reminds people that there is no parking allowed on King-Graves Road near the Youngstown Air Reserve Station or state Route 193 near the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
Politicians condemn gunfire attack on Republican members of Congress
Politicians condemn gunfire attack on Republican members of Congress
During ceremony, vets properly dispose of flags
Robert Kirchner, left, and Dale Reedy lower old American flags into fire pits near the veterans’ memorials at Wickliffe Circle in Austintowny. The local American Legion and VFW posts had their annual flag retirement ceremony for Flag Day Wednesday.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK 47 Meters Down (PG-13) Two sisters find themselves trapped in a shark cage on the
Ann Wilson of Heart in Packard hall concert The music that moved her
Staff report WARREN Fans who check out Ann Wilson of Heart at Packard Music Hall on Saturday
METRO DIGEST || Mock funeral for Trumpcare, budget
Mock budget funeral WARREN From 6 to 7:30 p.m. today, Faith In Action and Valley Voices United
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 15
Today is Thursday, June 15, the 166th day of 2017. There are 199 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
around the horn
around the horn Wednesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 7, Rays 6 TORONTO
A beautiful solution for water pollution Rainscaping
By Susan McManN OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Fresh water is one of our most valuable
Things are getting real for Valley TV competitors
The Mahoning Valley has always been well-represented on reality-TV shows. A steady stream of
Reports say Mueller now investigating Trump for obstruction of justice
Associated Press WASHINGTON The special counsel appointed to investigate Russian influence in
A gardener remembers her dad’s lessons
By MARILYN MCKINLEY OSU Master Gardener Volunteer I am seriously into flower gardens. I love to
Pirates unable to finish sweep of Colorado
The Pirates managed just one extra-base hit and left eight men on as their season-high four-game winning streak came to an end.
Health chief, 4 others charged with manslaughter in Flint
Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Five people, including the head of Michigan’s health department,
CAPITOL HORROR: Gunman targets Republican congressmen; four wounded; shooter killed
Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A rifle-wielding attacker opened fire on Republican
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Columbiana County Educational Service Center, 8 a.m., board meeting, 38720
Panicked UPS workers flee California gunfire that killed 4
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A UPS employee opened fire at one of the company’s package
Guide to summer vacation
Opinion: By Jennifer O’Connor People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Summer is here, and every
Newspaper’s liberal bias exposed
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service This past Sunday, The New York Times did a piece on a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Said and Hiba Ismail, Youngstown, boy, June 13. Kristi
Akron Zoo monkey gets cataract surgery
Associated Press AKRON Ohio zoo officials say their female golden lion tamarin monkey has
GOP frustrated by Trump’s labeling of health care bill
GOP frustrated by Trump’s labeling of health care bill WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Tue: The Weedhawks, 7 p.m. Bogey’s Bar &
Francona returns after hospital visit
Terry Francona felt ill late in the Indians’ 7-5 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.
Activist says if they are deported to Iraq they will be killed
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A planned protest Wednesday over Iraqi Chaldean Christians from the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Jason D. Salaty, 46, of 1846 Caravan Drive, Poland,
Garden Forum Flower Show
Garden Forum Flower Show When: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. What: A summer garden
Re-blooming dogwood tree?
Re-blooming dogwood tree? No! It is a different plant – Cornus kousa. This tree started blooming
major league baseball
standings american league East Division WLPctGB New York3824.613— Boston3728.56921/2
Hostas thrive in shade
Q. Why are the leaves on my hostas turning brown already? Greg from Youngstown A. Oh, hostas!
Trump calls for unity after shooting
Associated Press NEW YORK It was a sadly familiar ritual: an American president addressing the
“Alone” (10 p.m., History Channel): The survival series “Alone” is back
“Alone” (10 p.m., History Channel): The survival series “Alone” is back with a new twist: Seven
Canfield Township trustees mull a moratorium on medical marijuana
The township also took out a loan to purchase a new plow truck
Johnson yearns for second major victory
Associated Press erin, wis. Dustin Johnson wrapped up his final day practice round for the U.S.
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Models sport slogans painted on bare bodies NEW YORK Dozens of people have
Democrats sue Trump over foreign payments
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democratic lawmakers are suing President Donald Trump over foreign
Don’t touch this weed
Don’t touch this weed Blooming soon on a roadside near you is the yellow-flowered wild parsnip
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Savannah Sipping Society,SDRq Selah Dessert Theatre, 130 S. Bridge St.,
‘Journey to Ohio’ to kick off summer stock season
Staff report WARREN Kent State Trumbull Theatre’s summer stock season will begin this week
Cosby jury reviews testimony amid the deliberations
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. With fatigue appearing to set in, jurors in Bill Cosby’s
Trump hands to Pentagon troop level decisions on Afghanistan
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s decision to allow his Pentagon chief to set
Fed raises key rate, unveils plan to reduce bond holdings
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate for the third
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Hometown is pleased student has returned from North Korea
Associated Press WYOMING, Ohio People in the hometown of a college student released by North
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Century 21 expands YOUNGSTOWN Century 21 Lakeside Realty has acquired Gallagher, Clark and
Y’town should be wary of latest anti-fracking tactic
Editorial: No amount of window dressing can hide the fact that the self-absorbed proponents of an anti-fracking
Consumer prices slipped 0.1 percent in May
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumer prices declined in May, reflecting a big drop in energy
14 killed in attack at Somalia restaurant
Associated Press MOGADISHU, Somalia Gunmen posing as military forces were holding an unknown
Mayweather-McGregor fight set for Aug. 26
The two fighters both announced the fight Wednesday, after months of speculation.
Browns sign rookie QB Kizer
The deal is projected to be worth nearly $5 million and include a $1.7 million signing bonus.
Don’t legitimize conspiracy theorist
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune If you’re of the mind, as I am, that NBC should not air Megyn
YBI awards Mamas $5,000
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator’s Women in Entrepreneurship, WE,
The sad duty now his, Trump calls for unity after shooting
Associated Press NEW YORK It was a sadly familiar ritual: an American president addressing the
Wednesday, June 14 (103 stories)
Dodgers top Tribe again
Cleveland relief ace Andrew Miller gave up a tiebreaking home run for the second straight night.
Mayweather-McGregor fight is a go
Floyd Mayweather Jr. said Wednesday he will come out of retirement to face UFC star Conor McGregor in a boxing match on Aug. 26.
Pirates fall to Rockies in series finale
Chad Kuhl (1-6) remained winless since the first week of the season.
Arrested for leaving caged dog in sun, man complains about heat in cruiser
A man charged with animal cruelty and disorderly conduct may not have realized the irony in his request for some relief from the heat Tuesday afternoon while getting into a hot police cruiser.
Tuition unchanged at YSU pending state budget; trustees buy misdemeanor jail
Tuition remains unchanged at Youngstown State University after today’s board of trustees meeting.
Valley political leaders react to today's shooting at GOP baseball practice
Local political figures of both parties condemned the gunfire attack on Republican members of Congress, and brought a message of bipartisanship.
Port authority review Aqua Ohio, YSU housing projects
Aqua Ohio will soon break ground on its new division headquarters at CASTLO Industrial Park in Struthers, and LRC Realty will break ground for The Enclave on Youngstown State University’s campus.
Ex-aide gets probation for excessive discipline of mentally challenged students
A former Leonard Kirtz School aide was sentenced to one year of probation for excessively disciplining two students who are mentally challenged.
ADI countersues port authority over canceled Chicago flights
Aerodynamics Inc., the airline that offered daily flights between the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport and Chicago last summer, denies that it misled airport officials.
Austintown American Legion, VFW ceremoniously retire Old Glories on Flag Day
Members of the American Legion and VFW posts in Austintown dutifully lowered flags into burning pits near the veterans memorials at Wickliffe Circle as smoke billowed out over Mahoning Avenue on Wednesday,
Trumbull officials disagree about rehiring of Ernie Cook after retirement
The Trumbull County human-resources director recommended during a public hearing Wednesday the retire and rehire of Ernie Cook as county 911 director.
Boardman trustees honor grad about to train as submarine officer
After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy with numerous awards and distinctions, Ensign Ryan Bailey said he had people from his hometown to thank for his success.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Online school sues Ohio board after vote on $60M repayment
Online school sues Ohio board after vote on $60M repayment
Trump labeling House health care bill 'mean' frustrates GOP
Trump labeling House health care bill 'mean' frustrates GOP
Death toll rises to 12 in London apartment building inferno
Death toll rises to 12 in London apartment building inferno
Panicked UPS workers flee California gunfire that killed 4
Panicked UPS workers flee California gunfire that killed 4
Ohio man charged in 2 killings is charged in 3 more slayings
Ohio man charged in 2 killings is charged in 3 more slayings
YSU receives $1 million for 'Excellence in Training' Center
YSU receives $1 million for “Excellence in Training” Center
Child endangering charge for dad who left toddler in car
Child endangering charged for dad who left toddler in car
Youngstown man pleads guilty to charges in March 1 incident
Youngstown man pleads guilty to charges in March 1 incident
UPDATE | Scalise in critical condition after surgery; gunman dead
U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise, staffers and members of the Capitol Police were shot by a gunman with a long rifle at a baseball field in Alexandria, Va. this morning.
Investigators say Ohio father killed son with hatchet
Investigators say Ohio father killed son with hatchet
Former Leonard Kirtz school employee gets probation for excessive discipline of students
Former Leonard Kirtz school employee gets probation for excessive discipline of students
Ground expected to be broken for new YSU dorms July 10
Ground expected to be broken for new YSU dorms July 10
Paramedics revive Austintown woman from suspected OD
Paramedics revive Austintown woman from suspected OD
Media company buying 17 daily papers in Ohio, West Virginia
Media company buying 17 daily papers in Ohio, West Virginia
Ohio officer fired for 137-shot barrage won’t get job back
Ohio officer fired for 137-shot barrage won’t get job back
Youngstown police cite woman after her unrestrained children were injured in accident
Youngstown police cite woman after her unrestrained children were injured in accident
Markets Right Now: Utilities lead early stock gains
Markets Right Now: Utilities lead early stock gains
Michigan health chief charged in Flint water probe
Michigan health chief charged in Flint water probe
Husband attacks when wife tells him not to smoke pot
Wife: Husband attacked when I told him not to smoke pot
Public asked to help find Warren man with mental illness missing since Sunday
Public asked to help find Warren man with mental illness missing since Sunday
2 inmates remain on run after killing 2 prison guards
2 inmates remain on run after killing 2 prison guards
Junior Civic League awards scholarships
Junior Civic League will host its annual scholarship brunch at 2 p.m. June 25 at Holiday Inn South,
Baseball Oldtimers June meeting canceled
Baseball Oldtimers June meeting canceled youngstown Youngstown Baseball Oldtimers membership
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road (corner of Kirk Road
Boardman woman accused of taping child to chair faces additional felony charges
Struthers couple charged with child endangering in connection with suspected drug overdose
Durant’s plan worked perfectly
Kevin Durant averaged 35.2 points and 8.4 rebounds in the NBA Finals.
Making racial history isn’t a concern for Holmes
‘We never thought of the groundbreaking nature of running for this office,’ he said.
Boardman chef/restaurateur to compete with daughter Sunday on Food Network show
A watch party is set for Sunday at the restaurant.
Magic of Michael Foundation events planned
A golf outing is set for July 17. A dinner and meet-and-greet is Sept. 13.
Golf outing to benefit cancer-related organizations
The Yellow Brick Place-Rose Mary Flanagan Ovarian Cancer Foundation Memorial Golf Outing is July 14 at Squaw Creek-Avalon Golf and Country Club.
Detroit detainees sent to NEOCC
A group of Iraqi detainees rounded up over the weekend in the Detroit area by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Bureau are being sent to Youngstown.
SPORTS DIGEST || Kent State football player dies after drills
The Portage County Coroner’s office confirmed late Tuesday that Kent State incoming freshman football player Tyler Heintz, a 2017 graduate of Kenton High School, died Tuesday morning.
Hubbard man convicted of 9th domestic-violence charge in 17 years
Amato P. Zaccone, 57, of Jacobs Road was convicted of his ninth domestic-violence charge since 2000 on Tuesday and could get up to three years in prison when he’s sentenced by Judge Peter Kontos of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court July 17.
Dodgers rookie clubs Indians
Clayton Kershaw extended his unbeaten string and rookie Cody Bellinger hit two home runs.
Warriors: No decision on Trump
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. The Golden State Warriors say no decision has been made
Monterey Pop featured backstage beefs and onstage magic Festival forefather at 50
By BETH HARRIS Associated Press LOS ANGELES Before Burning Man and Bonnaroo, Coachella and
Are we getting better at this?
I started writing this column in June 2014, and I haven’t missed a week. Yes, I’m patting myself
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day to be observed Thursday
In 2016, Ohio received an estimated total of more than 15,830 reports of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation. An estimated 5 million older Americans are victims of elder abuse each year.
McKelvey Lake details in limbo
The state has awarded a grant to help a conservation organization buy McKelvey Lake from Aqua Ohio for recreational use.
Farmdale man faces felony animal-abuse charge
Ryan M. Pierce is also charged with having weapons while intoxicated
Rep. Bill Johnson writes about poor father-children relationships in his first book
The book will be available Friday
Bishop appoints board to review allegations of sexual abuse
The board will advise the bishop as to whether allegations of sexual abuse are credible and make recommendations concerning fitness for ministry in particular cases.
Boardman Park’s Adventure Day Camp kicks off
More than 100 children are enrolled in the first week of Boardman Park’s Adventure Day Camp. The camp aims to give kids the structure of a school day, but with plenty of summertime fun.
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
The top five songs on the iTunes store for the most recently ended sales week:
The top five songs on the iTunes store for the most recently ended sales week: v “Despacito”
Jury in Cosby sex-assault case adjourns without verdict
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Jurors in the Bill Cosby sexual assault case, weighing charges
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Feed & Sing ribbon-cutting SALEM The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-
A reinvented burger
Family Features Text your friends, dust off your apron and fire up the grill. It’s time to throw
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Minor league team plans unusual Father’s Day promo JACKSONVILLE, Fla. A minor
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 14
Today is Wednesday, June 14, the 165th day of 2017. There are 200 days left in the year. This is
Sessions denies improper Russia contacts
senate hearing Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions heatedly denied on
Flag Day has special meaning
Opinion: By Leslie Hahner Tribune News Service Flag Day is a rather lackluster holiday. Many Americans
Public appointees must learn letter, spirit of Sunshine Law
Editorial: As a pillar of the Fourth Estate in the Mahoning Valley, The Vindicator has long staunchly
Hillary becoming a sad spectacle
Opinion: By Andrew Malcolm Special to McClatchy Hillary Clinton seems to have launched yet another
Rotary helps outdoor track team
Coach Seth Steiner recently presented the nine members of the Fitch Outdoor Track team that will be
Husted campaign
Husted campaign COLUMBUS The campaign of Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted, a 2018 Republican
‘Desperate’ search on for killer inmates
‘Desperate’ search on for killer inmates ATLANTA A Georgia sheriff said officers were
METRO DIGEST || Youngstown BOE nominates Kimble
BOE nominates Kimble YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Board of Education members unanimously voted to
North Korea frees student; parents say he’s in coma
Associated Press WASHINGTON An American college student whose parents say has been in a coma
Contemplating American racism
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Consider the depth and breadth of American racism. Let’s
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital David and Lindy Goist, Girard, girl, June 12. David and
Strawberries sweet or savory for Father’s Day
By JeanMarie Brownson Chicago Tribune (TNS) My father loves dessert. My mother baked spice
A colorful, tasty radicchio salad
Family Features As days get longer and the weather gets warmer, take your meal outdoors for some
Grape options that Dad will enjoy
Fruit Crepes Ingredients Crepes: 1/2 cup lowfat milk 1 egg Pinch salt 3/8 cup (1.5
Trump to award first Medal of Honor
Associated Press SOUTH HAVEN, MICH. Members of Army medic James McCloughan’s unit in Vietnam
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Trump transition aide did not disclose role in Turkish work
Associated Press WASHINGTON As Michael Flynn spent last fall campaigning as Donald Trump’s top
Uber CEO to take leave of absence
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Uber CEO Travis Kalanick will take a leave of absence for an
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Discounters keeping grocery prices down
Associated Press NEW YORK At a Target in upper Manhattan, shoppers can pick from 19 types of
Liberty trustees nix plans for new road levy on ballot
Trustees decide against new levy on November ballot.
Southern Baptists adopt moral leadership statement
Associated Press PHOENIX Tensions over the U.S. presidential election were on display Tuesday at
Trump makes case for apprenticeships
Associated Press PEWAUKEE, Wis. President Donald Trump is making the case for more
Poland Township seeks comments, questions on Dobbins Road sidewalk project
Poland Township to build new Dobbins Road sidewalk in 2018
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., board meeting, commissioners hearing
Ohio man charged in 2 killings is suspect in 3 other slayings
Associated Press CANTON A man suspected of killing a North Royalton mother and her two college-
Tuesday, June 13 (106 stories)
Boardman chef, daughter to appear on Sunday episode of “Guy’s Grocery Games”
Mark Canzonetta, a chef and co-owner of Aqua Pazzo restaurant in Boardman, will compete on the Food Network reality show “Guy’s Grocery Games” on Sunday.
Service, not race, guiding light for new state Rep. Glenn Holmes
State Rep. Glenn Holmes doesn’t give much thought to making history as the first black American elected to the state Legislature from Trumbull County.
Boardman Park's 15th summer camp maintains routine for schoolkids
Boardman Park’s long-running summer camp has something to offer for both parents and children: the structure of school days, but with plenty of summertime fun.
Mom of boy found duct-taped faces more charges
A township woman accused of child-endangering after police said she duct-taped her 11-year-old son to a chair now faces two additional felony child-endangering charges.
US Rep. Bill Johnson pens book about absent fathers
U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson’s first book, “Raising Fathers,” addresses problematic or nonexistent father-children relationships.
Iraqis rounded up in Detroit headed to Youngstown prison
A group of Iraqi detainees rounded up over the weekend in the Detroit area by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Bureau are being sent to Youngstown.
Thursday is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Social workers from the Mahoning County Jobs and Family Services’ Adult Protective Service Unit will celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Thursday by presenting a purple or white carnation as a token of appreciation to seniors at area day care centers.
Cosby jury wraps up 2nd day of deliberations with no verdict
The jury has wrapped up a second day of deliberations without reaching a verdict in the Bill Cosby sexual assault trial.
Suspect in Dunkin’ Donuts armed robbery in Mahoning County jail
Suspect in Dunkin’ Donuts armed robbery in Mahoning County jail
COSBY VERDICT | Bill Cosby jury wants police testimony read back
Bill Cosby jury wants police testimony read back
SESSIONS TESTIMONY | Sessions won't talk Trump conversations
Sessions won't talk Trump conversations
Struthers parents charged with child endangering after suspected overdose
Struthers parents charged with child endangering after suspected overdose
Thursday 9 a.m. SHOTGUN at Tam O' for Junior Greatest Golfer
Here are the pairings for Thursday’s 3rd Greatest Juniors qualifier.
UPDATE | Family says US college student released by NKorea is in coma
Family says US college student released by NKorea is in coma
Key insurer Centene plans to expand health exchange presence
Key insurer Centene plans to expand health exchange presence
SESSIONS TESTIMONY | Allegations of collusion with Russians 'a detestable lie'
Allegations of collusion with Russians 'a detestable lie'
Rolling Stone to pay $1.65M to settle suit over rape story
Rolling Stone to pay $1.65M to settle suit over rape story
Uber CEO to take leave, leadership team to run company
Uber CEO to take leave, leadership team to run company
Verizon takes over Yahoo to complete $4.5 billion deal
Verizon takes over Yahoo to complete $4.5 billion deal
Western Reserve Fire District board meets Wednesday night
Western Reserve Joint Fire District board meets Wednesday night
Motorcyclist hospitalized after collision with car
Motorcyclist hospitalized after collision with car
Boardman woman faces new child endangering charges
Boardman woman faces new child endangering charges
Youngstown police arrest men on weapons, drug charges after traffic stop
Youngstown police arrest men on weapons, drug charges after traffic stop
Authorities seek 2 escaped inmates after 2 Ga. guards killed
Authorities seek 2 escaped inmates after 2 Ga. guards killed
Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership hosts worm-composting workshop Thursday
Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership hosts worm-composting workshop Thursday
Bishop appoints board to review allegations of sexual abuse
Bishop appoints board to review allegations of sexual abuse
Cops: Suspect in 3 deaths may be involved in 2 more killings
Cops: Suspect in 3 deaths may be involved in 2 more killings
Tillerson: North Korea releases US citizen Otto Warmbier
Tillerson: North Korea releases US citizen Otto Warmbier
Farmdale man charged with felony animal-abuse charge
Farmdale man charged with felony animal-abuse charge
General Motors has completed production of 130 Chevrolet Bolt EVs
General Motors has completed production of 130 Chevrolet Bolt EVs
REUNIONS
The Issac Anderson and Lydia Warner 97th Annual Reunion will be held June 24 at Grove City Memorial
McCabe, Deibel Mahoning chairs of Husted's gubernatorial run
McCabe, Deibel Mahoning chairs of Husted's gubernatorial run
COSBY VERDICT | Bill Cosby jury to hear more of his deposition testimony
Bill Cosby jury to hear more of his deposition testimony
Markets Right Now: Technology stocks lead early gains
Markets Right Now: Technology stocks lead early gains
Dog shelter praises involvement of Ohio inmates in training
Dog shelter praises involvement of Ohio inmates in training
Boardman school board has special meeting Wednesday
Boardman school board has special meeting Wednesday
Police: man who barricaded self a suspect in Ohio triple slaying
Police: man who barricaded self a suspect in Ohio triple slaying
Trump's top lawyer to face questions on Russia, Comey
Trump's top lawyer to face questions on Russia, Comey
Ohio judge orders DUI defendants to download rideshare apps
Ohio judge orders DUI defendants to download rideshare apps
Trump to tout apprenticeships as way to fill jobs gap
Trump to tout apprenticeships as way to fill jobs gap
Austintown Farmers Market offers more than just fresh food
The community came to support local business on the market’s opening day
Poland schools face challenging financial outlook
Poland schools looking at negative fund balance by fiscal year 2019
Youngstown mayor raised a lot more money than his Democratic primary challenger — and lost
The primary winner faces three independent candidates in November election
‘Miss Tuesday Night’ musical takes crown
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown theater-lovers, prepare
National health study exams to begin
Physical examinations begin here this week in a national health study.
Cosby jury sent home after deliberating 4 hours
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. The jury at Bill Cosby’s sexual assault trial deliberated without
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Post-primary election reports
Candidates in the May 2 primary election had to file campaign finance reports for activity between
Poland parents rally to save North school playground
Poland parents rally to save North school playground
“We have economic interests that are impacted, but the most salient factor is that when the
Opinion: “We have economic interests that are impacted, but the most salient factor is that when the
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Three dealerships form partnership YOUNGSTOWN Cerni Motor Sales of Youngstown, O’Halloran
Tyson recalls 2.5M pounds of chicken products
Associated Press LITTLE ROCK, Ark. Tyson Foods is recalling nearly 2.5 million pounds of ready-
How to protect yourself against a growing problem VISION LOSS
By Candy Sagon Chicago Tribune (TNS) Ask Americans to name the ailment they fear most, and
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 13
Today is Tuesday, June 13, the 164th day of 2017. There are 201 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Farrell man’s splendid dive helps to keep Youngstown swimming season alive
Editorial: For 78 years now, Youngstown’s Northside Pool has been making a splash for the city. It’s provided
Treated for stab wound
Treated for stab wound YOUNGSTOWN A woman who lives on Matta Avenue on the West Side was treated
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Forbes crowns Combs as highest-paid celeb NEW YORK Sean “Diddy” Combs is the top
Blaney’s win pays off for Speedway patrons
Blaney’s win pays off for Speedway patrons HARTFORD Saturday’s patrons at Sharon Speedway have won
Lordstown officials want public to urge state to continue tangible personal property tax reimbursements
Lordstown officials want public to urge state to continue tangible personal property tax reimbursements
Our futile War on Drugs
Opinion: Orange County Register: While American foreign policy has for years fixated on the conflict in Syria
Sessions faces questions in today’s hearing
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions, facing fresh questions about his
Are saturated fats better for you?
Q. I have been reading articles on saturated fats versus unsaturated fats. Guess what? I quit using
Warren police investigated second shooting Friday night
A 26-year-old city man was shot in the face during an 11:41 p.m. Friday shooting.
Liberty trustees say no to medical-marijuana businesses
Trustees bar medical-marijuana facilities from township.
Tropical Storm Calvin forms off Mexico
Tropical Storm Calvin forms off Mexico MEXICO CITY Tropical Storm Calvin formed Monday in the
Girard Council to draft ordinance regulating medical marijuana businesses
Council indicates it would support facilities within city.
Thousands rally in Russia, challenge Kremlin
Associated Press MOSCOW Tens of thousands of protesters had anti-corruption rallies across
Defense: Teen who texts urging suicide ‘troubled’
Associated Press TAUNTON, MASS. A young woman charged with sending her boyfriend text messages
Health workshop
Health workshop CANFIELD The Center for Physical Health will have another free workshop for
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Monica Andrecic and Brian McCale, Youngstown, boy, June
Maryland, DC attorneys general suing Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON The attorneys general of Maryland and the District of Columbia filed
Gianforte pleads guilty to assault, avoids jail
Associated Press HELENA, MONT. Congressman-elect Greg Gianforte avoided jail time after pleading
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Iggy Azalea: Tonight on “Late
Panelists discuss racism and how to combat the issue
Panelists discuss racism and how to combat the issue
Conagra Brands recalling spaghetti, meatball products
Associated Press WASHINGTON Conagra is recalling more than 700,000 pounds of spaghetti and
Thousands remember victims of nightclub shooting
Associated Press ORLANDO, FLA. Rain didn’t deter thousands of people from showing up in downtown
Conspiracy theorist interview upsets some Newtown families
Associated Press HARTFORD, CONN. The families of some Sandy Hook shooting victims are angered that
Ohio board to online charter school: Pay back $60M
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio officials moved forward Monday with clawing back $60 million in
Harvard memes ruinous
Opinion: By James Meadows The Philadelphia Inquirer Branded the first casualties of a nationwide “college
Republicans ignoring premise of Comey’s congressional testimony
Opinion: By Dick Polman Cagle Cartoons James Comey’s sworn Senate testimony basically confirms what anyone
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Cat in a tree? No, it’s a dog – that had to be rescued SALEM, Ky. Is that a bird in
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman school board, 6:30 p.m., special meeting, superintendent’s conference
Prof services today
Prof services today YOUNGSTOWN Services for Robert J. Sorokach Sr., a Youngstown State University
Trump shifting focus back to job creation
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is trying to change the subject back to his
Monday, June 12 (100 stories)
Panelists discuss racism and how to combat the issue
Panelists discuss racism and how to combat the issue
Poland parents rally to save North school playground
Poland parents rally to save North school playground
49 victims of Pulse massacre remembered in daylong services
49 victims of Pulse massacre remembered in daylong services
Man found guilty in drive-by shooting that killed 3-year-old Ohio boy
Man found guilty in drive-by shooting that killed 3-year-old Ohio boy
Who loves him more? Trump's cabinet members gush at meeting
Who loves him more? Trump's cabinet members gush at meeting
Iowa may be first state with no health insurers on exchange
Iowa may be first state with no health insurers on exchange
Pennsylvania takes new step on troubled public pension plans
Pennsylvania takes new step on troubled public pension plans
Treasury: Trump has plan if debt limit not raised by August
Treasury: Trump has plan if debt limit not raised by August
Teen charged in Ohio school shooting to be tried as adult
Teen charged in Ohio school shooting to be tried as adult
3 soldiers killed in Afghanistan, deaths under investigation
3 soldiers killed in Afghanistan, deaths under investigation
Anger management but no jail in Gianforte body-slam saga
Anger management but no jail in Gianforte body-slam saga
Flag-retirement ceremony at 9 a.m. Wednesday in Austintown
Flag-retirement ceremony at 9 a.m. Wednesday in Austintown
Ohio agency granted adjustments to no-bid contract process
Ohio agency granted adjustments to no-bid contract process
Liberty trustees say no to medical-marijuana businesses
Liberty trustees say no to medical-marijuana businesses
Trumbull County roads closed beginning Thursday for air show
Trumbull County roads closed beginning Thursday for air show
2 upstate NY girls identified as victims in fatal Ohio crash
2 upstate NY girls identified as victims in fatal Ohio crash
Ohio board to online charter school: Pay back disputed $60M
Ohio board to online charter school: Pay back disputed $60M
Youngstown firefighters kept busy battling blazes on West, South sides
Youngstown firefighters kept busy battling blazes on West, South sides
URGENT | Another appeals court blocks Trump's revised travel plan
URGENT | Another appeals court blocks Trump's revised travel plan
Ohio Senate budget closes $1B gap, adds $6M for opiate crisis
Ohio Senate budget closes $1B gap, adds $6M for opiate crisis
Downtown Youngstown streets closed for upcoming Simply Slavic festival
Downtown Youngstown streets closed for upcoming Simply Slavic festival
Man on bond in weapons case is arrested again on drug charges
Man on bond in weapons case is arrested on drug charges
Tyson recalls nearly 2.5M pounds of chicken products
Tyson recalls nearly 2.5M pounds of chicken products
Police, paramedics treat probable OD victim on South Side
Police, paramedics treat probable OD victim on South Side
Senate budget closes $1B gap, adds $6M for opiate crisis
Senate budget closes $1B gap, adds $6M for opiate crisis
Gorsuch has unanimous first opinion for Supreme Court
Gorsuch has unanimous first opinion for Supreme Court
Maryland, DC attorneys general plan lawsuit against Trump
Maryland, DC attorneys general plan lawsuit against Trump
Forbes crowns Sean ’Diddy’ Combs as highest-paid entertainer
Forbes crowns Sean ’Diddy’ Combs as highest-paid entertainer
Warren police investigated second shooting Friday night
Warren police investigated second shooting Friday night
CDC's physical exams of Mahoning residents begin this week
CDC's physical exams of Mahoning residents begins this week
Police say argument led to shooting at Columbus main library
Police say argument led to shooting at Columbus main library
Markets Right Now: US stock indexes open slightly lower
Markets Right Now: US stock indexes open slightly lower
Hearing underway for frat brothers in Penn St pledge’s death
Hearing underway for frat brothers in Penn St pledge’s death
WORTH A LOOK
BINGO AND CARDS The Hubbard Historical Society will present a night of old-fashioned bingo June 21
Help Hotline Survivors of Suicide meet in June
Help Hotline Survivors of Suicide meet in June columbiana Help Hotline Crisis Center’s support
Jewish history authors to speak
Staff report LIBERTY Local authors Tom Welsh, Joshua Foster and Gordon Morgan will give a
Irving at his best when things look the worst for Cavs
Kyrie Irving seems to be at his best when things look the bleakest for the Cleveland Cavaliers
MARVELS OF MARRIAGE: 145 couples celebrate years together at Wedding Anniversary Mass
Sylvia and Chester Dimmerling of Sebring, who met when she was 14 and he was 17, celebrated 73 years of marriage on their anniversary June 7 and again Sunday at a Wedding Anniversary Mass at St. Columba Cathedral with 145 couples from several Northeast Ohio counties.
LORDS OF THE RINK
PENGUINS BLANK PREDATORS FOR FIFTH STANLEY CUP Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. Sidney Crosby
Boardman Park goes to dogs for Adopt-a-Palooza
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Rachel Hayes was devastated when she lost Vincent, her
THUNDER OVER THE VALLEY | 2017 Air Show
Four parking locations are reserved for the 2017 Thunder Over The Valley Air Show and Open House.
Thunderbirds return to the Valley for air show at reserve base this weekend
The show and parking are free and open to the public
Berger defends St. Jude title
The first few shots of Daniel Berger’s final round didn’t give much clue that his second straight victory at the St. Jude Classic was only a few hours away
Public meeting set tonight for foes of injection wells
Public meeting set tonight for foes of injection wells BROOKFIELD Brookfield Citizens Against
The top 20 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top 20 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Opioid exposure still a big concern for cops, lab techs
Associated Press CINCINNATI Law-enforcement officers, lab technicians and paramedics in danger
Comey is not a hero
Opinion: By Susan Stamper Brown Cagle Cartoons “Comey is the most honest, non-partisan public servant in
Destruction of public records is wrong answer to a real problem
Opinion: By Dennis Hetzel The Vindicator As a lobbyist for the Ohio News Media Association, I sometimes
Now is not the time for President Trump to be coy
Editorial: The president of the United States has accused the man he fired as head of the FBI of lying under
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 12
Today is Monday, June 12, the 163rd day of 2017. There are 202 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Associated Press
Associated Press NEW YORK 3333The show came into the night as the second-leading Tony nominee
Republicans tell Trump to come clean on tapes
Combined dispatches WASHINGTON Fellow Republicans pressed President Donald Trump on Sunday to
Let’s hear it for truth, transparency
Opinion: By Bill Lueders Tribune News Service A functioning democracy requires respect for two values:
Some parents upset by rifles bought for school officers
Associated Press OVERLAND PARK, Kan. Some parents of Shawnee Mission School District students
Nadal perfect 10 at Roland Garros
Rafael Nadal had no way to know for sure, of course, that he would return to the height of his powers
ON AREA DIAMONDS | Tri-T Baseball results
Poland - Land O’Frost 11 Boardman - Mayo Realtors 3 Ian Francis went 3-for-3 with a triple and two
Farmers market opens at Austintown park
Farmers market opens at Austintown park AUSTINTOWN The Austintown Farmers Market is beginning
Moonlighting police leave body cameras behind
Associated Press When police officers in America’s cities put on their uniforms and grab their
ON THE LINKS | Results from Sunday’s other professional golf events
LPGA CLASSIC CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO Lexi Thompson shot a 67 for a 17-under 199 total and a one-
DNA from zoo’s polar bears used in fight against poaching
By ALISSA WIDMAN NEESE Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium polar bear
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Britney and Mark Allison, North Jackson, girl, June 10.
Want to live in two nations at once? Here’s your chance
Associated Press BEEBE PLAIN, Vt. For sale: A 1782 fixer-upper with thick granite walls, 1950s
Hamilton wins in Canada for sixth time
Lewis Hamilton managed to avoid the jostling for position behind him on the opening lap of the Canadian Grand Prix
Some hope California winner of $447M Powerball helps area
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A sole winning Powerball ticket worth $447.8 million and matching
AROUND THE HORN | Sunday’s Major League Baseball games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 4, White Sox 2 CLEVELAND Carlos Carrasco took a shutout into the
Shoppers fixated with discounts pose big worry, problem for stores
Associated Press NEW YORK Shoppers who got addicted to sales during the last recession have more
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh W.Va. firefighters rescue truckload of pigs thought to be abandoned CHARLESTON,
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., municipal building, 2538 Grandview Road, Lake
Republicans are taking a big political risk on health care
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans are taking a big political risk on health care.
Ryan Blaney pulls off Monster first win
Ryan Blaney held off Kevin Harvick down the stretch in a thrilling finish and won his first career NASCAR Cup race
Average gas price drops slightly to $2.40 a gallon
Average gas price drops slightly to $2.40 a gallon CAMARILLO, Calif. An analyst says the
SPORTS digest
King’s ends drought with first win in 2 years Hartford Rex King broke a two-year winless streak
ALL-AMERICAN CONFERENCE BASEBALL & SOFTBALL HONOREES
BASEBALL RED TIER PLAYER OF THE YEAR Pad O’Shaughnessy, Poland FIRST TEAM Coleman
Sunday, June 11 (87 stories)
Penguins win Stanley Cup in final minutes
The Pittsburgh Penguins got goals from Patric Hornqvist and Carl Hagelin in the 1:35 of regulation to back-to-back Stanley Cups Sunday night.
Non-goal highlights scoreless second period
The Nashville Predators have had a goal waved off 1:07 into the second period
Pens, Predators scoreless after one
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators are scoreless after a period of play .
Blaney wins 1st career NASCAR Cup race at Pocono Raceway
Ryan Blaney was stationed in victory lane with a headset on as a guest pit reporter just the day before at Pocono Raceway.
Some hope winner of $474M Powerball jackpot will help Calif. community
The lone winning ticket was sold in Southern California
145 couples from Youngstown Diocese renew commitment to marriage at St. Columba
One Sebring couple recounted their love story of more than 73 years.
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Past Matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in Austintown.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Austintown AARP 4339 will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Austintown Senior Center. Mahoning County
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Gathering Place will host an event at 11 a.m. Monday at Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St.,
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Johnny Appleseed Garden Club will meet at 5 p.m. for a Garden Tour of Hippley Gardens in
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
'Wonder Woman' buries 'The Mummy' at box office this weekend
'Cars' is expected to bump the superhero blockbuster out of first place next week
Austintown Farmers Market opens Monday night in township park
The market will feature a wide variety of vendors, crafters and free demonstations
Parliament elections in France giving Macron majority
The vote paves the way for far-reaching reforms of the new French president
Suspect apprehended after shooting today inside downtown Columbus library
One man was injured in the 3 p.m. incident.
Public meeting for opponents of injection wells Monday night in Brookfield
A presentation by a representative of a law firm will show how the public can have a voice in decisions on such wells
Heroin diaries: Stories are stranger than fiction
Whether the story I’ve been hearing from cops on the beat is true or not, I don’t know. But like all good stories, it probably has a kernel of truth, and in this spring and now summer of heroin, it has become popular. It goes like this:
Departing library leader lists achievements
Branch openings and service improvements are highlights of Heidi Daniel’s five years as Youngstown’s public library leader.
North Canton woman suspect in numerous area bank robberies
By William K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com LIBERTY Liberty police officers apprehended a North Canton
SPORTS DIGEST || Pikunas, Austalosh win at Mill Creek Park
Area golfers cleaned up at the NOPGA Junior Tour event at Mill Creek Park on Saturday.
Officers, bystander lift backhoe off man
Township police officers Pete DeAngelo and Alliy Anastis-Nichols, with the help of a bystander, lifted an overturned bucket-backhoe a few inches off the trapped operator at his home Saturday and held it up for some three minutes until township firefighters arrived to take over the rescue.
Broadway’s plays are struggling to draw this season
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK This spring, J.T. Rogers’ new play traveled
METRO DIGEST || Giant Eagle recalls tilapia, chicken
Two arson suspects are in jail after a fire Saturday at Aluminum Color Industries, 360 W. Wood St., which required assistance from several agencies.
ARMED FORCES
The Semper Fi Fund, a military veteran-oriented nonprofit that celebrated its 13th anniversary in May, has passed the $150 million mark in providing assistance to post-9/11 service members and their families.
METRO DIGEST || Penn State summer classes
Penn State classes SHARON, pa. There’s still an opportunity to take classes this summer at Penn
Valley cops trace opiates to NY, Detroit, Mexico
A police officer at a house on the 200 block of East Judson Avenue on Youngstown's South Side field tests a suspected bag of fentanyl. The bag tested positive. Much of the illicit drugs entering Youngstown come from New York, police say.
Talent spotlighted in Playhouse's "Greater Tuna"
When intolerance seems to be rampant, The Youngstown Playhouse offers a chance to laugh off the circus with the popular “Greater Tuna.”
There’s a lot on Disney’s plate this summer
Changes in store for theme parks, water parks and hotels By Richard Tribou Orlando Sentinel
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
William H. Rutledge et al to Lesa A. Laricca Trust, Championship Court #8, Canfield, $303,500.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Immaculate Heart of Mary festival, 6 to 11 p.m.: Final day of the
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Come Sundown,” by Nora Roberts (St. Martin’s) 2. “Into the Water,” by
AUTO RACING
AUTO RACING NASCAR XFINITY Pocono Green 250 Saturday’s Results At Pocono Raceway Long Pond,
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Apprenticeship openings online YOUNGSTOWN A number of projects in Trumbull, Mahoning and
This year’s Tony Awards are hard to predict
By Charles McNulty Los Angeles Times You know it’s an interesting year for the Tony Awards when
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Brandi Hyzyak et al v. Erica Johnson, personal injury. Robert
Nonpartisan elections are a good fit for Youngstown
Editorial: Youngstown voters will have the opportunity to end the political monopoly of the Democratic Party
Albright’s next book issues warning
Albright’s next book issues warning NEW YORK Madeleine Albright, the former secretary of state,
Giving birth can cause hemorrhoids
Giving birth can cause hemorrhoids Q. Right after I delivered my baby, I realized I had
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 11
Today is Sunday, June 11, the 162nd day of 2017. There are 203 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Hold off on ‘evaluation’ of happy, content kid
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Our 4-year-old prefers solitary play over play with other children.
Industry survey
Industry survey Travel Leaders Group recently released its latest nationwide survey findings in
Companies offer tours catering to public’s sweet tooth, consumer interest For the love of chocolate
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK A tour for chocolate lovers in Brooklyn, N.Y.,
‘Cabinet of curiosities’ popular with collectors
“Cabinet of curiosities” was the name of an important room in the 1600s and, years later, a “cabinet
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Why did Trump pinpoint Y’town?
Opinion: Not to look a gift horse (of sorts) in the mouth, but President Donald J. Trump’s mention of
Law, corporate work, politics? What’s next for James Comey
Associated Press WASHINGTON So what’s next for James Comey? The former FBI director boldly
Prosecutor charges the Notre Dame attacker
Associated Press PARIS The hammer-wielding man who attacked police officers patrolling in front
Around the Horn | Saturday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Astros 3, Angels 1 HOUSTON Mike Fiers had another solid start and Brian
Politics rains on parade
Opinion: Politics rains on parade A reminder to the Mahoning County Republican Party and Mark Munroe, its
West learned to embrace Batman role he couldn’t shake
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Before Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney, Christian Bale
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s other pro golf events
CHAMPIONS TOUR DES MOINES, IOWA Brandt Jobe shot a six-under 66 to take a share of the lead
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Is it possible to save your lawn?
Brown grass? The first thing you need to do is find out if it’s really dead. Here’s a test: Pull
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 4 p.m., special meeting, administration building,
Completely untrue
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
BANKING Home Savings announced two experienced local wealth-management professionals have joined
Sessions to appear before Senate committee
Sessions to appear before Senate committee WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions, whose
Trump to trumpet apprentice program
Los Angeles Times (TNS) WASHINGTON To reduce unemployment, President Donald Trump will focus
LOCAL GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming scrambles and outings
JUNE Monday — Steel Valley FCA Charity Golf Tournament at Youngstown Country Club. Valley native
Multiple crimes against city woman unacceptable
Opinion: Multiple crimes against city woman unacceptable Robbing the moth- ers of our own community is dead
Get the shovels in the ground
Opinion: WASHINGTON Sensing that his Scottish enemies had blundered at the Battle of Dunbar in 1650, Oliver
Gunshots investigated in Warren
Staff report WARREN Two days after a bloody home invasion involving guns and a knife on West
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
JUNE 25 — Friends of Melana 5K and 1-mile walk/run in conjunction with Garrettsville Summer Fest.
IN THE CUP! | Area holes-in-one
John Cullen of Boardman aced the 125-yard No. 6 at Kennsington Golf Club on June 5. He used a
President expected to dismantle Obama’s Cuba policy
Associated Press BRANCHBURG, N.J. President Donald Trump is expected to outline his new policy
YWCA Summer programs
The YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave., will offer these summer programs. Register online at
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCHOLARSHIPS The list of high-school graduates who have received college or university
Syfy gives viewers a chance to binge on show
Q. Syfy just had all 10 episodes in the 2017 season of “12 Monkeys” over a three-day weekend instead
Sheila E. on Prince, politics, performing
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Sheila E. is booked. The Grammy-nominated performer is
Attorney General DeWine deserves praise, not scorn
Opinion: Attorney General DeWine deserves praise, not scorn This is in response to the political cartoon
Saturday, June 10 (82 stories)
Giant Eagle fish, chicken recall
Giant Eagle Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of Market District Toasted Crumb Tilapia and Market District Honey Mustard Pretzel Tilapia sold fresh from the seafood department of its supermarkets, and Giant Eagle Breaded Chicken Breast sold in the prepared foods department, due to an undeclared milk allergen.
Bands lined up for today's benefit rock fest at Royal Oaks
The Royal Oaks Bar and Grill had its beer and its heart on display today with the second annual “It’s Only Rock and Roll 2” benefit festival for the Paula and Anthony Rich Center for the Study and Treatment of Autism.
Liberty cops arrest woman believed suspect in dozen bank robberies
Liberty police officers apprehended a North Canton woman in the Belmont Avenue Giant Eagle parking lot Friday, shortly after her aborted attempt to rob First National Bank, also on Belmont Avenue.
Emily Conroy | Nathaniel Forrider
SALEM Emily Conroy and Nathaniel Forrider were united in marriage May 13 at The Barn and Gazebo,
Lori Nestor | Ernest Ramsey
boardman Lori Nestor and Ernest Ramsey were married May 10 at the Mahoning County Courthouse with
Alyssa Lengyel, Shawn Patterson plan Sept. rite
YOUNGSTOWN Alyssa Lengyel and Shawn Patterson are planning an open ceremony in Youngstown on Sept.
McLaughlin, Beshara rite set for March 10
Youngstown Jennifer McLaughlin and Josh Beshara, both of Youngstown, are announcing their
Miss Doughar, Mr. Kachmar to wed in September
Stephen and Cynthia Horkey of Warren announce the engagement of their daughter, Christina Doughar of
Miss Ortenzio, Mr. Haverkos are engaged
Marysville Lance and Patti Ortenzio of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Whiteds mark golden wedding anniversary
austintown Robert and Joyce Whited celebrated their 50th anniversary May 27 at the Bistro
Liberty officers, neighbor rescue man from overturned backhoe
Township police Officers Pete DeAngelo and Alliy Anastis-Nichols, with the help of a bystander, lifted an overturned bucket-backhoe a few inches off the trapped operator at his home Saturday and held it up for some three minutes until township firefighters arrived to take over the rescue.
T&G Flying Club coming to Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport
The T&G Flying Club is expanding to the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport. The club operates 25 airplanes in Northeast Ohio.
Warren gunfight leaves witness shaken
Two days after a bloody home invasion involving guns and a knife on West Market Street, individuals in a red mini van and blue pickup truck were involved in a gunfight at 9:10 p.m. Friday on Stewart Drive Northwest.
Adam West, best known as 'Batman' on '60s series, dies at 88
The actor died after a short battle with leukemia
Believe again: Cavs’ record half denies ouster
The Cavaliers stopped Golden State from celebrating and maybe started another comeback.
DNC head accuses president of obstruction of justice
Democrats need to do a better job of more directly speaking to voters about ‘pocketbook issues,’ he said.
Opiate crisis increasing trauma for kids
The opiate crisis is increasing trauma for kids, but other family members are stepping up
SPORTS digest || Foster parent group sponsors golf scramble
The Foster Parent Association of Mahoning County will hold its second annual golf scramble today at Parto’s Golf Course.
Mahoning County, Canfield team up to fix business corridor
Canfield street gets a much-needed facelift
Hackett gets life without parole for stabbing death
Connie Carpenter wanted a judge to know Friday, just before he sentenced the man convicted of killing her daughter to life in prison without parole, that her daughter’s life was more than what was portrayed at trial.
‘The Carmichael Show’ tackles issues ‘Family’ style Serious sitcom
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Ansari lets others shine in ‘Master of None’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Aziz Ansari says he knew he couldn’t be the only storyteller on
Chairman elaborates on rationale for sales-tax recommendation
Matas said the group agreed to recommend a half-percent sales-tax increase that would raise an additional $12.7 million annually. At the same time, it recommended a reduction in property taxes of $2.7 million.
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Counterfeit bills AUSTINTOWN Police are looking for suspects accused of spending counterfeit
Demolition of century-old school bittersweet
The 101-year-old Austintown Middle School building was being demolished this week. Meijer Stores Limited Partnership purchased the property in January and plans to open a grocery store on the site.
Trump punches back
Associated Press WASHINGTON Punching back a day after his fired FBI director’s damaging
Russell, Dow hit new highs
Associated Press Wall Street turned in an uneven finish Friday as investors unloaded their tech-
Record reviews
Record reviews Chuck Berry Album: “CHUCK” Grade: A Nearly three months after Chuck Berry
$2.5M bond set in driver death after boy was hit
Associated Press CINCINNATI A judge has set bond at $2.5 million for a second suspect in the
Prison time for man
Prison time for man YOUNGSTOWN A city man with three prior domestic-violence convictions has
Today’s entertainment picks:
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“Despite so many false statements and lies, total and complete vindication.”
Opinion: “Despite so many false statements and lies, total and complete vindication.” President Donald
I’ll have my robo call your robo
This is the IRS calling. If you don’t pay us $300 by the end of the day, we’ll come over there and
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Schedule for Valley churches
Mount Zion Baptist Church: 827 Wilson Ave., Youngstown, 5 to 8 p.m. Monday though Friday. Theme is
Friday night AT THE FIGHTS Results
Amateur Jacorian Dent def. Jack Ketchum, spilt dec. Eric Miller def. Hank Gaston, unanimous dec.
Anti-Shariah rallies worry Muslim leaders
Associated Press EUGENE, Ore. Inside a mosque in the college town of Eugene, a half-dozen men
Ohio Confederate statues remain part of state Civil War landmark
Cleveland Plain Dealer MARBLEHEAD Rain slices down the bayonet of the bronze Confederate soldier
Restore civility in US
Opinion: Toledo Blade: When, in 1968, a person on his campaign staff called President Lyndon Johnson a “baby
.22 Rimfire match
.22 Rimfire match North Jackson The Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club, 8900 Shaffer Road, will have
Mass to mark wedding anniversaries of 145 couples
Mass to mark wedding anniversaries of 145 couples youngstown Bishop George V. Murry will
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Film, TV actress Headly dead at 62 NEW YORK Glenne Headly, an early member of the
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Former U.S.
Bats still struggle with white-nose syndrome
Before 2006, I could step outside on a warm June evening and count on seeing at least a few bats
oddly enough
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YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 10
Today is Saturday, June 10, the 161st day of 2017. There are 204 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
A fresh perspective in June
With summerlike weather forecast this weekend and conditions improving, local anglers are beginning
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Melissa Cranmer and Scott Lambert, Salem, boy, June 8.
Officer on trial in shooting death says motorist had hand on gun
Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. A Minnesota police officer charged in the death of a black
Dismissal of suit over president’s businesses sought
Dismissal of suit over president’s businesses sought NEW YORK Justice Department lawyers sought
British PM carries on after losses in election
Associated Press LONDON In a political drama both brutal and surreal, British Prime Minister
OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION By the numbers
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources on Friday released the first-quarter production reports for
cincinnati Witness: Slain man’s car moved after police gunshot
Associated Press CINCINNATI A prosecution witness insisted Friday in a police officer’s murder
1Q Valley oil, gas production down year over year
The Vindicator breaks down ODNR oil and gas production for Valley output.
Ohio lawmaker: GOP unable to pass budget
Associated Press WASHINGTON An influential House conservative said Friday that Republicans are
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Foundation donates $3K to organization YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently
Japanese company is buying Boston Dynamics
Associated Press TOKYO Japanese internet, solar and technology company SoftBank Group Corp. is
Police shooting sparks protest
Associated Press TULSA, Okla. Three Oklahoma law-enforcement officers fatally shot a black man
Iran: US, Saudis supported attacks
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iranian leaders on Friday accused the United States and Saudi
US takes different approach in talks on clean-energy research
Associated Press BEIJING Energy ministers from around the world gathered in Beijing this week to
Prosecutors rest case in Cosby trial
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Prosecutors wrapped up their case against Bill Cosby on
Clean energy not dead
Opinion: By Rick Perry The Philadelphia Inquirer Last week, President Trump announced that the United
Robust growth frames Summer Festival of Arts
Editorial: Expansion and enhance- ment are on the drawing board for Youngstown’s largest arts collaboration and
Climate decision defines Trump
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON If the world wasn’t certain about Donald
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Selective admission driving YSU's upward enrollment trend
Youngstown State University continues on its upward enrollment trend because of moderate selectivity admission, said Gary Swegan, university associate vice president for enrollment planning and management.
Trump obstructed justice, DNC chair and former prosecutor says in Boardman:
Tom Perez, the Democratic National Committee chairman, accused President Donald Trump of obstruction of justice by trying to get then-FBI Director James Comey to halt an investigation into Russia’s ties to the Republican president’s campaign.
Daughter was more than addict, victim's mom tells killer Hackett at sentencing
Connie Carpenter wanted a judge to know Friday, just before he sentenced the man convicted of killing her daughter to life in prison without parole, that her daughter’s life was more than what was portrayed at trial.
3 break-ins leaves Bessie Jackson, 81, steaming mad
Bessie Jackson is angry. Her East Side house has been broken into three times within a week.
Canfield-Mahoning County effort brings street projects in under budget
A pair of streets serving 33 businesses in Canfield underwent major upgrades — and finished under budget — thanks to a joint effort from Canfield Township and the Mahoning County Engineer’s office.
Trumbull kids placed with relatives up 33% due to opiate crisis
Because of the opiate crisis, children statewide are staying in foster care 19 percent longer than they did in 2010.
Austintown's old Fitch building remembered as it comes down
Jack Kidd remembers the first time he saw the old Austintown Fitch School on Mahoning Avenue. It was the winter of 1954, and his family was preparing to move to Austintown in the spring.
Trumbull citizens committee recommends tax hike because of expected losses
The chairman of a citizens committee that has recommended Trumbull County commissioners increase revenue by $10 million annually said the reason is because of expected loss of $2.7 million in Medicaid-related sales tax dollars, other cuts from the state and county capital-improvement needs.
Kansas man accused of hate crime in death of Indian citizen
Kansas man accused of hate crime in death of Indian citizen
Deer crashes through window into Pennsylvania paint store
Deer crashes through window into Pennsylvania paint store
Officials tout next steps in I-95 Philadelphia rehab project
Officials tout next steps in I-95 Philadelphia rehab project
Naked truth: Models sport pithy slogans painted on bare bods
Naked truth: Models sport pithy slogans painted on bare bods
$2.5M bond set for 2nd suspect in driver death after boy hit
$2.5M bond set for 2nd suspect in driver death after boy hit
Trump declares 'total vindication' in tweet on Comey
Trump declares 'total vindication' in tweet on Comey
Texas mom charged after leaving toddlers to die in hot car
Texas mom charged after leaving toddlers to die in hot car
Tillerson calls on Arab nations to ease blockade on Qatar
Tillerson calls on Arab nations to ease blockade on Qatar
Glenne Headly, star of 'Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,' dead at 62
Glenne Headly, star of 'Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,' dead at 62
DNC chief hits town; Munroe calls him 'radical left-wing ideologue'
DNC chief hits town; Munroe calls him 'radical left-wing ideologue'
Ohio State hires Butler basketball coach Chris Holtmann
Ohio State hires Butler basketball coach Chris Holtmann
Shoppers fixated with discounts pose big worry for stores
Shoppers fixated with discounts pose big worry for stores
Attorney in texting suicide case asks for not guilty verdict
Attorney in texting suicide case asks for not guilty verdict
3-on-3 basketball added to 2020 Tokyo Olympic program
3-on-3 basketball added to 2020 Tokyo Olympic program
Markets Right Now: Banks lead an early gain for US stocks
Markets Right Now: Banks lead an early gain for US stocks
Firefighters Local 1176 to host golf outing
Firefighters Local 1176 to host golf outing boardman The Boardman Professional Firefighters
CLUB CALENDAR
associations NARFE Chapter 14 will have its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Saxon Club,
Hackett gets life prison term for stabbing woman 81 times
Hackett gets life prison term for stabbing woman 81 times
Ohio congressmen, senators weigh in on Comey hearing
U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson said the media was wrong in some of its reporting concerning the president and Russia
LeBron has no issue with KD, Warriors
LeBron James knew what might happen when Kevin Durant merged with the Warriors
‘Monster’ gets 48 years in prison for assaults on Weathersfield boy, family
Even Michael Peach admitted in documents to being a “monster” for the sexual assaults he committed against a boy and physical assaults against the boy’s family last year.
Howland native pursues dream to be an NBA referee
David Walker Jr. is two very large steps from the NBA.
Restored statues returning to Mahoning Courthouse roof
The Mahoning County commissioners approved a road closing for the Mount Carmel Celebration.
SPORTS DIGEST | 14 locals named to All-State softball teams
14 locals named to All-State softball teams Three West Branch and three Champion softball players
Youngstown’s only public pool will open thanks to an aquatics instructor
Without enough lifeguards, there were doubts about it opening
Volquez blanks former team in three-hitter
Edinson Volquez followed his no-hitter by pitching seven scoreless innings and the Miami Marlins beat the Pittsburgh Pirates
3-year pact for ranking Youngstown cops OK'd on 6 votes
The contract includes no salary increases for three years.
Tom Cruise dances with the undead in franchise foundation film Cursed with ‘The Mummy’
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Of all the CGI-ed supernatural forces slung in Alex Kurtzman’s “The
‘Night’ is brisk psychological thriller
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer “It Comes at Night “ has the title of a horror film and, at
Spacey is mum on host plan for Tonys
By MARK KENNEDY and JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK Getting Kevin Spacey to spill
Barbershops aim to boost kids’ literacy
Several Youngstown area barber- shops are part of a national effort aimed at promoting children’s literacy, BRIDGE – Barbershop Reading Initiative Developing Growth in Education. B
First-year speech and debate competitor heads to nationals
Austintown student Johnna Blystone is headed to Birmingham
Opinion: Trumbull committee likely violated Open Meetings Act
The citizen Budget Review Committee selected by the county commissioners probably acted illegally by meeting in private.
Pet-store employees report customer exposed buttocks
Boardman police investigating reported public indecency at pet store
WASHINGTON | Comey blasts ‘lies,’ says he was fired over Russia probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former FBI Director James Comey asserted Thursday that President
40 years later, family uses hostage event for good
Carla Blair-Bohannon, left, with her daughter Danielle Blair-Moses, 40 years after being taken hostage by a bank robbery suspect.
QUOTE OF THE DAY
Opinion: QUOTE OF THE DAY “I don’t think it’s for me to say whether the conversation I had with the
Miss Morocco, Mr. Antonucci set wedding date
POLAND The parents of Petrina Morocco and Joseph A. Antonucci, are announcing the engagement of
CVMS band students perform annual concert
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Village Middle School fifth- and sixth-grade
Hilltoppers know reading is sweet
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To celebrate Right to Read Week, Hilltop Elementary School
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be June 19
Nearly 70 killed in attack on Somalia military base
Nearly 70 killed in attack on Somalia military base MOGADISHU, Somalia Heavily armed al-Shabab
AROUND THE HORN Thursday’s other Major League Baseball games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 11, Tigers 4 DETROIT Albert Pujols hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly to
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Foundation donates $1,000 to theater YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently
Penn names new GM for Austintown racino
Anthony “Tony” M. Frabbiele has been named as the new general manager of Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course effective June 14.
House votes to roll back post-2008 financial rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Republican-led House approved sweeping legislation Thursday to
Dem leader Betras looks to end endorsements after May disaster
Opinion: Based on the results of last month’s primary in Youngs-town, endorsements by the Mahoning County
Today’s entertainment picks:
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oddly enough
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Ohio interior designer gets prison for tax evasion
Associated Press COLUMBUS A central Ohio interior designer has been sentenced to three months in
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 9
Today is Friday, June 9, the 160th day of 2017. There are 205 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Mickelson, Fowler among top names at St Jude Classic
It’s a tournament Phil Mickelson has come so close to winning so many times, only to agonizingly fall short
Man shoots teen, claims self-defense
Man shoots teen, claims self-defense YOUNGSTOWN Police say a man in a home in the 900 block of
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Singer Phil Collins cancels show after hotel room fall LONDON Singer Phil Collins
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Todd E. Blessing, 46, of 4263 Lake Road, Youngstown,
Claims for US jobless benefits fall by 10,000
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as most
Audit: Ex-police chief managed two secret village bank accounts
Audit finds former Leetonia police chief managed secret village bank accounts
Navy ship, fishermen find bodies in search for plane
Associated Press SAN HLAN, Myanmar Fishermen joined navy and air force personnel Thursday in
Trump to coalition: ‘We’re under siege’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump sought comfort in the figurative embrace of
Modest gains push stock indexes higher
Associated Press Financial companies led U.S. stock indexes higher Thursday, nudging the Nasdaq
Police say man injured in burglary hospitalized
Police say man injured in Warren burglary hospitalized, not identified
Accused leaker to remain in jail
Associated Press AUGUSTA, Ga. A federal judge ordered a young woman charged with leaking
Mystery around Japanese horse deepens
The mystery surrounding the Japanese horse that is the early 4-1 second choice to win the Belmont Stakes has gotten deeper
ON THE LINKS | Thursday’s other professional golf results & news
Aguilar leads at Lyoness Open ATZENBRUGG, AUSTRIA Chilean golfer Felipe Aguilar shot a 7-under
How to excel at losing
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant I’m not just a good loser. I’d go as far as to say, in all
Cosby’s testimony read to jury
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. The jury at Bill Cosby’s sexual assault trial heard from the
Crash closes Interstate 80
Staff reports HUBBARD The westbound lane of Interstate 80 in Ohio just west of the Pennsylvania
Wray represents best hope to capably lead FBI forward
Editorial: The medium most assuredly was not the message in President Donald Trump’s announcement Wednesday of
mahoning countY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: David Wright, 33,
LA, Paris Olympic bids await meeting on 2024-2028 hosting
Los Angeles and Paris should edge closer Friday to both getting Olympic hosting rights
Iran: 5 Tehran attackers fought for Islamic State
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Five of the men who launched an attack in the heart of Iran’s
METRO DIGEST || 9 become citizens Thursday
9 become citizens YOUNGSTOWN Nine people became U.S. citizens in a Thursday naturalization
ON AREA DIMAONDS Class B roundup
18U Knightline 5 Roth Brothers 0 Jake Gherardi had two hits and scored once and Anthony Cinicola
Fetuses recognize facelike shapes, study finds
San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS) Third-trimester fetuses can recognize facelike patterns of light
Conservatives in danger of losing majority
Associated Press LONDON British Prime Minister Theresa May’s gamble in calling an early election
Nicole Cicozi v Nico Saborse
BOARDMAN Nicole Cicozi and Nico Saborse were married Dec. 10, 2016, at an evening ceremony at St.
Sweet treat buffet helps raise money
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Piggyback Foundation of Youngstown hosted
Five Boardman athletes to continue careers in college
Five Boardman senior athletes recently signed to continue their academic and athletic careers in
Emilee Soldo v Matthew Cantanzriti
BOARDMAN Emilee Soldo and Matthew Cantanzriti were married July 9, 2016, at St. James Meeting
May 24
May 24 Burglary: To a residence in the 7300 block of Clovermeade Drive through a rear door that
STEM students have high hopes for balloon launch
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The sky was the limit for the Austintown
Hilltop fourth-graders experiment at science fair
Hilltop Elementary School fourth-grade students put their scientific skills on display for the school’s annual Science Fair on May 26.
Poland Community Briefs
Historical Society participates in June events The Poland Historical Society recently announced
Miss Rothbauer, Mr. Whitmer plan ceremony
The parents of Brittany Rothbauer and Andrew Whitmer, both of Youngstown, are announcing the
Students cycle for a cause
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students rode their bicycles into Poland North
Mothers and daughters celebrate special day together
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Moms and daughters wore their best outfits to
CHC students celebrate with sundaes
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School students were treated to an
Fashion and food at the Mommy and Me Tea
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Moms and daughters wore their best outfits to the
MCCTC Information Technology students compete at national competition
Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center traveled to
Austintown Community Briefs
Annual bike run to be July 16 All About the Pawz and West Side Cats are hosting the sixth annual
May 22
May 22 Auto theft: A woman said her brother took her car and it was later found at a home in the
Boardman Community Briefs
Friendly Squares to have June dance The Niles Friendly Squares will host their monthly square
Pen pals strike up friendships while bowling
Pen pals met each other for the first time on May 24 at Boardman Lanes during the annual bowling field trip.
May 26
May 26 Assault: A Carter Circle woman told officers a man to whom she owes $30 grabbed her hair,
Army Adventure Semi visits MCCTC
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
Princess attends special library program
Poland library welcomed a special Disney princess to the “Be Our Guest” program on May 20.
Celebrate Poland Committee prepares for upcoming event
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland will celebrate community and
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Local lawmakers weigh in on ex-FBI director Comey's testimony
James Comey, former FBI director, said President Donald Trump had told “lies, plain and simple” about dismissing him from the FBI due to low morale during a hearing Thursday before the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Michael Peach gets 48 years for sexually assaulting boy, trying to kill his family
Even Michael Peach admitted in documents to being a “monster” for the sexual assaults he committed against a boy and physical assaults against the boy’s family last year.
New Get-Go, Panera coming to Boardman
A familiar billboard topped with an ever-changing mannequin family on U.S. Route 224 has come down to make way for a new GetGo Cafe + Market.
Farrell acquatics instructor saves summer for Youngstown North Siders
The city’s only public swimming pool has been thrown a life preserver.
Courthouse statues to be displayed June 27
The restored copper statues are tentatively scheduled to be returned to the Mahoning County Courthouse roof June 27, James Fortunato, county purchasing director, told the county commissioners Thursday.
Austintown freshman qualifies for national debate tourney
Austintown student Johnna Blystone said growing up loving books raised hopes in her that weren’t realistic.
Citizen budget committee violated open meetings law, Trumbull prosecutor says
The citizen Budget Review Committee selected by the Trumbull County commissioners to make recommendations on budgetary matters probably acted illegally by meeting in private.
OSHP on the scene of accident that tied up traffic on I-80 in Hubbard
OSHP on the scene of accident that tied up traffic on I-80 in Hubbard
COMEY UPDATE | Trump smiles, stays mum on Comey testimony
Trump smiles, stays mum on Comey testimony
Body of former NFL player James Hardy found in Indiana river
Body of former NFL player James Hardy found in Indiana river
RNC and White House allies work feverishly to lessen damage from Comey hearing
RNC and White House allies work feverishly to lessen damage from Comey hearing
Colorado marijuana market funds busts of illegal growers
Colorado marijuana market funds busts of illegal growers
Prosecutors: No merit to ’Making a Murderer’ trial request
Prosecutors: No merit to ’Making a Murderer’ trial request
Supermarket employee kills 3 co-workers, self in Pa. store spree
Supermarket employee kills 3 co-workers, self in Pa. store spree
Qatar rejects 'blockade,’ denies terror allegations
Qatar rejects ’blockade,’ denies terror allegations
Cosby told police his accuser didn’t rebuff his advances
Cosby told police his accuser didn’t rebuff his advances
COMEY TESTIFIES | Says he was fired because of Russia investigation
Former FBI Director James Comey asserted Thursday that President Donald Trump fired him to interfere with his investigation of Russia’s role in the 2016 election and its ties to the Trump campaign.
Qatar FM to AP: No one has 'right to blockade my country'
Qatar FM to AP: No one has 'right to blockade my country'
Myanmar navy ship, fishermen find bodies in search for plane
Myanmar navy ship, fishermen find bodies in search for plane
'Monster' man gets 48 years in prison for sex assaults
'Monster' man gets 48 years in prison for sex assaults
Kennedy Road will close for annual Mount Carmel Celebration
Kennedy Road will close for annual Mount Carmel Celebration
Trial date of a Girard teacher accused of disorderly conduct has been reset
Trial date of a Girard teacher accused of disorderly conduct has been reset
Man wounded in shooting outside his East Side home
Man wounded in shooting outside his East Side home
Woman faces charges after botched dollar store robbery
Woman faces charges after botched dollar store robbery
State pen corrections officer accused of shoplifting
State pen corrections officer accused of shoplifting
Boardman PD seeks unsatisfied customer who exposed himself
Boardman PD seeks unsatisfied customer who exposed himself
Warren police update status of home invasion injuries
Warren police update status of home invasion injuries
Markets Right Now: US stock indexes waver in early trading
Markets Right Now: US stock indexes waver in early trading
Audit finds former Leetonia police chief managed secret village bank accounts
Audit finds former Leetonia police chief managed secret village bank accounts
COMEY TESTIFIES | Conversations with Trump made him deeply uneasy and concerned
COMEY TESTIFIES | Conversations with Trump made him deeply uneasy and concerned
Trumbull PERI, Inc. monthly meeting
Trumbull PERI, Inc. monthly meeting WARREN PERI Inc., Trumbull County Chapter 56, will meet at
Regional chamber opposed to ZEN energy program
The chamber’s board of directors said the program would increase electricity rates to subsidize two FirstEnergy nuclear power plants in the state.
Bob Stoops hangs it up
Cardinal Mooney alum steps down after 18 years with Sooners From staff and wire reports norman,
Man arrested in fatal YSU fraternity shooting rearrested on weapons charges
Jones was arrested after members of the Adult Parole Authority visited his home about 1:50 p.m. Monday.
SPORTS DIGEST || Mooney’s Beck to coach both soccer teams
Cardinal Mooney boys soccer coach Thomas Beck is now the head coach of the girls team, the school announced on Wednesday.
Sudden change: Penguins no longer in control
A series has broken out. Perhaps the seeds of an upset, too.
Struthers council weighs pitch from prospective medical-marijuana grower
CEO Ken Krismanth, also a principal and CEO at Signet Corporate, created the Akron-based Somerset Cultivation Group to apply for a Level-1 medical-marijuana cultivation license from the state.
Defending French champ Djokovic ousted by Thiem
Novak Djokovic lost a surprisingly lopsided 7-6 (5), 6-3, 6-0 quarterfinal to sixth-seeded Dominic Thiem.
Rust Belt to present new musical
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Theater Company will present the premiere of “Miss Tuesday
Music is back on the table for 8 Balls
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Three decades after its heyday, 8 Balls is
Rock festival returns LaureLive aims even higher
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CHESTERLAND It would be pretty hard to radically improve
Youngstown council supports medical-pot facilities
The vote came after a pastor urged council to reject the resolution
Irish War Cry opens as Belmont Stakes favorite
The colt claimed that status after expected favorite Classic Empire was forced out Wednesday because of an abscess in his right front hoof.
One of three people injured in Warren fight went to house for help
Three people were injured in an apparent home invasion at a house at 2052 W. Market St. at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Brady’s Leap in final performance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN After 16 years, local Celtic band Brady’s Leap is calling it quits.
Mill Creek MetroParks to offer new recreation & sports camps
Program at Wick Recreation Area is first MetroParks multi-sport camp
Warren Subway restaurant employee takes stand, tells robber ‘Get lost’
Parkman Road Subway restaurant employee Cathy Stafford says she's not sure why she refused when a masked man demanded cash from the register Tuesday afternoon. Something possessed her to tell him to 'get lost.'
Canfield author attempts to help others by sharing her experiences
‘Emily’s Sister’ attempts to help children understand their special-needs siblings
The Casual Pint’s grand opening set for Friday
The Casual Pint is a new craft beer shop and bar opening in Boardman.
Bigger, better city summer school program
Pilot program will allow parents to plan when the bus comes to pick up children
Warriors stun Cavaliers with late 11-0 run
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after being injured against the Golden State Warriors during the first half of Game 3 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland Wednesday night.
BOB STOOPS AT A GLANCE
High School: Cardinal Mooney College: University of Iowa. Family: Father Ron Sr. was a head
AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday’s Major League Baseball games
INTERLEAGUE Rockies 8, Indians 1 DENVER Kyle Freeland pitched 61/3 effective innings, Nolan
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital James and Lyndsey Franceschelli, Youngstown, girl, June
METRO DIGEST || Environmental photo contest winners
Photography winners WARREN The Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District has awarded two
Things to know about James Comey’s testimony
Associated Press WASHINGTON Assurances to an incoming president that he was not under federal
Requirements differ for bare-root, B&B, container Planting trees and shrubs
By Barb Delisio OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Spring is a good time to plant trees and
Awake at Last at Suzie’s
Awake at Last at Suzie’s A rock show featuring Youngstown-based post-hardcore act Alteras and
Face of faith changing in America
Opinion: By James A. HAUGHT Tribune News Service A stately United Methodist church in our town, finally
‘Sister Act’ in Columbiana
‘Sister Act’ in Columbiana Crown Theater Productions will present the comedy-musical “Sister Act”
Comedian crossed line with her Trump attack
Editorial: Our warning during last year’s presidential campaign about the coarsening of politics in this
“Cold Case Files” (10 p.m., A&E): Tonight’s edition of “Cold Case
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Public art project at YSU seeks entries
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Regional artists can express their version of happiness in a public art
Laid-back night set tone at Nelsonville festival
What’s your best rock ’n’ roll day? Mine was July 19, 2014, at the Forecastle Festival in
‘Centered’ art show reception
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Trump taps attorney to head FBI
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump surprised Washington on Wednesday with his
Urban finds redemption, Underwood makes history
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer After walking away empty-handed at the Grammy Awards and the
Trump promises ‘first-class’ infrastructure system for US
Staff/wire report CINCINNATI President Donald Trump promised to create a first-class system of
Israeli pride shines at Wonder Woman
Associated Press JERUSALEM For a country that takes pride in even the smallest successes of its
Slot revenue for May is $9.48M
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Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
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Another arrested in alleged lottery scam
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Today Discussion Writers Club, 5:30 p.m., Newton Falls Public Library, 204 S. Canal St., Newton
Political moderates under attack
Opinion: By Dylan Whitehead The Dallas Morning News I’m a part of the political middle, and I think my
Earth, Wind & Fire will heal with tour
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Earth, Wind & Fire goes on the road this
Art camp for kids at Butler branch
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Butler Institute of American Art is accepting applications for its
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Belles,” Lisa J. Bennett, Trumbull New Theatre, 5883 Youngstown-Warren Road,
James Comey prepares to talk Russia, Trump
Fired FBI Director James Comey will testify under oath today that President Donald Trump repeatedly pressed him for his “loyalty” and directly pushed him to “lift the cloud” of investigation shadowing his White House by declaring publicly the president was not the target of the probe into his campaign’s Russia ties.
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 8
Today is Thursday, June 8, the 159th day of 2017. There are 206 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK It Comes at Night (R) A dystopian horror story about a man and his family under
Banks lead US stocks slightly higher; oil slumps
Associated Press Banks and other financial companies led U.S. stocks slightly higher Wednesday,
149th BELMONT STAKES POST POSITIONS AND ODDS
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Cosby’s accuser stands by her story under cross-examination
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. The woman who accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and violating
Trump addicted to tweets
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Maybe an intervention, the kind we hear about with
Earliest fossils of humans found in Morocco
Associated Press NEW YORK How long has our species been around? New fossils from Morocco push
Wet springs cause peach leaf curl
Q. Why are the leaves on my peach tree curly? They have bumps on the leaves. Ethel from Salem A.
An American favorite King of Herbs
By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer To many lovers of fresh food, summer
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Water customers to get copies of report
Water customers to get copies of report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Water Department customers will
The hatch of the bagworm
The hatch of the bagworm Remember those pinecone-like structures on your evergreens? Those are
Hypertufa Pots
Hypertufa Pots When: Monday, 1 to 3 p.m. What: Join other gardeners to make a set of three
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 8
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Youngstown Foundation awards a $500,000 grant to Potential Development School
Youngstown Foundation awards a $500,000 grant to Potential Development School
Warren man arrested on warrant after multiple gunfire incidents
One city man says another city man came to his house on Forest Street Northeast Monday night and fired multiple gunshots at him, one of them hitting the concrete near his feet.
No blooms on blue hydrangeas?
No blooms on blue hydrangeas? It could be poor soil conditions, frost affecting buds or winter
Warren police say missing woman suffered serious leg injury in Tuesday crash
Warren police say missing woman suffered serious leg injury in Tuesday crash
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael R. Rapovy, 59, of 5718 Yorktown Lane,
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New craft beer shop's grand opening Friday in Boardman
Justin Homer’s craft beer shop has a lot of beer.
Youngstown woman 'failed' baby who died in her car, she says at sentencing
Traniqua Floyd said just before she was sentenced to eight years in prison for the death of a baby in her care that she now realizes how important it is to provide good care for children – because she has been taken from hers.
Regional chamber voices opposition to nuclear emissions program
Bill Siderewicz, the man behind the two billion-dollar Lordstown natural gas power plants, was happy to hear the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber spoke its mind about the Zero Emissions Nuclear Resource program.
YSU leaders planning for enrollment increases
Youngstown State University’s enrollment, planning and management vice president strives to gain 1,000 more students this year than in 2016.
Canfield mom's book aims to help families with special needs kids
Michele Gianetti said raising a daughter with special needs can leave parents feeling lonely because their child isn’t like other children.
MetroParks adds youth rec and sports camp next week
Mill Creek MetroParks has a new addition to its summer program lineup.
Struthers council hears proposal for marijuana cultivation at CASTLO site
City council members are mulling a proposal from a company seeking to grow medical marijuana in the city.
South Korea: North Korea fires several short-range missiles
South Korea: North Korea fires several short-range missiles
Islamic State claims stunning attack in heart of Iran
Islamic State claims stunning attack in heart of Iran
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Youngstown council gives thumbs up to medical-marijuana facilities
Youngstown council gives thumbs up to medical-marijuana facilities
Sooner surprise: Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops retires at 56
Sooner surprise: Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops retires at 56
Court: Ohio e-school can’t delay repayment of $60M to state
Court: Ohio e-school can’t delay repayment of $60M to state
UPDATE | Read Comey's Senate statement here
Former FBI Director James Comey will say in his opening statement to a congressional hearing that President Donald Trump told him, "I need loyalty. I expect loyalty" during a January dinner, according to documents released a day ahead of his planned testimony.
Alleged Russian hack reveals a deeply flawed election system
Alleged Russian hack reveals a deeply flawed election system
Mahoning County veterans service office closed Friday morning
Mahoning County veterans service office closed Friday morning
Trump pushes public works agenda, health care on Ohio visit
Trump pushes public works agenda, health care on Ohio visit
Youngstown Foundation awards a $500K grant to Potential Development School
Youngstown Foundation awards a $500,000 grant to Potential Development School
Fun-seeker faces prostitution charges in Austintown sting
Fun-seeker faces prostitution charges in Austintown sting
Judge sets $1M bond set for Ohio school shooting suspect
Judge sets $1M bond set for Ohio school shooting suspect
Myanmar military plane with 120 aboard goes missing
Myanmar military plane with 120 aboard goes missing
Inmate convicted for stabbing guard more than 200 times
Inmate convicted for stabbing guard more than 200 times
Air-traffic privatization plan hits turbulence in Congress
Air-traffic privatization plan hits turbulence in Congress
Ohio chief justice pursues study of judges' workloads
Ohio chief justice pursues study of judges' workloads
Man sentenced to life in Ohio prison to be released
Man sentenced to life in Ohio prison to be released
Ohio agency seeks adjustments to no-bid contract process
Ohio agency seeks adjustments to no-bid contract process
UPDATED | Woman gets 8 years in 2013 death of 10-week-old
Woman gets 8 years in 2013 death of 8-year-old
Prosecutors seek a year for man facing gun charges
Prosecutors seek a year for man facing gun charges
5 workers exposed to radiation at Japan nuclear lab
5 workers exposed to radiation at Japan nuclear lab
Cosby accuser to resume testimony in sex assault trial
Cosby accuser to resume testimony in sex assault trial
UPDATE | IS-claimed attacks on Iran’s parliament, shrine kill 12
At least 12 dead in attack on Iran's parliament
UPDATE | Trump to nominate ex-Justice Department official to lead FBI
Trump picks Wray as new FBI director
Public works projects on Trump’s agenda for Ohio visit
Public works projects on Trump’s agenda for Ohio visit
’16 champ Djokovic stunned by Thiem in French Open quarters
’16 champ Djokovic stunned by Thiem in French Open quarters
Attacker’s mother says he was radicalized in Britain
Attacker’s mother says he was radicalized in Britain
Poland man faces charges for February OD in Boardman
Poland man faces charges for February OD in Boardman
Emirati diplomat to AP: ’Nothing to negotiate’ with Qatar
Emirati diplomat to AP: ’Nothing to negotiate’ with Qatar
Warren police say missing woman suffered serious leg injury in Tuesday crash
Warren police say missing woman suffered serious leg injury in Tuesday crash
3 teens caught stealing cardboard display cake in Minnesota
3 teens caught stealing cardboard display cake in Minnesota
Markets Right Now: Tech, health care stocks lead early gains
Markets Right Now: Tech, health care stocks lead early gains
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Holy Family Parish, 2729 Center Road (U.S. Route 224), Poland, will offer a takeout only
Byers’ homers help Mahoning All-Stars earn a split in Sferra Classic
Trumbull won the opener 5-3 and Mahoning took the nightcap 9-4.
Boardman woman accused of duct-taping child to chair while she went to YMCA pool
Boardman woman faces felony child endangering charge
Cavalier attitude: Defending champs not looking to make changes
LeBron James isn’t changing his game, Tyronn Lue isn’t changing his lineup. The Cavaliers aren’t slowing down.
Youngstown group urges residents to stand against medical pot at today's council meeting
NOW Youngstown has issued a call to action to the 50-plus people attending its public meeting Tuesday to show up at city council’s meeting today to take a stand against marijuana, medical or recreational, in the city.
Rockies clobber Clevinger, Indians
Rookie pitcher Antonio Senzatela hit a three-run double and Mark Reynolds homered twice to drive in five runs.
Struthers council to hear presentation from potential medical-marijuana grower
Company seeks license from state.
Warren sees increase in applicants for entry-level firefighter
The hiring situation in the Warren Fire Department has seen a dramatic upswing since early this year when a test for entry-level firefighters produced only 20 candidates to fill almost that many openings.
Baltimore battles back to beat Pirates in 10th
Jonathan Schoop tied it in the ninth inning with his second homer and Mark Trumbo singled home a run in the 10th to rally the Orioles.
Austintown reduces, reorganizes principal team
Penk and Swavel move to Austintown Fitch High School as assistant principals.
SPORTS DIGEST || Poland to close stadium on Monday for cleaning
The Poland High School Athletic Department will be closing Poland Stadium all day on Monday.
Chuck Berry made his final album on his own terms A fitting finale
By JIM SALTER Associated Press UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. Chuck Berry did things his own way, right
DOYO people: Meet Bergen Giordani
Bergen and her daughter, Morgen, started the specialty cookie business, One Hot Cookie, in downtown Youngstown in 2013.
East High graduate will preside over East
Sonya Gordon, a 1991 East High graduate, will serve as East High’s new principal for the 2018-18 school year
Youngstown committee approves plans for downtown hotel
The amenities include a valet drop-off lane and outdoor seating.
Steward launches ad with local doctors
Steward Health Care has launched a radio, print, and television advertising campaign in Ohio titled “I Am A Steward.”
Youngstown teenagers arrested in connection with Boardman break-ins
Teenagers are suspected of breaking into Boardman homes, vehicles
Valley teacher, mom aims to help poor African kids
Elizabeth Danyi, a kindergarten teacher at Stambaugh Charter Academy, will travel to Africa in July to teach students in Tanzania. Pictured are Danyi and her two daughters, Violet, 3, and Evangeline, 2 months.
Unseeded teen reaches French Open semifinals
Jelena Ostapenko sounded a lot like the carefree teenager she’ll be for only a bit longer.
Fire up your grilling game
Family Features Warm weather means grilling season is here, and nothing turns up the heat like
WORLD & NATION || Cleveland ouncil OKs growing of medical marijuana
The city council has reversed Cleveland’s moratorium on growing medical marijuana but is keeping bans on processing marijuana into medical products and establishing dispensaries.
Add some sizzle to Father’s Day grilling
Family Features Just ask any dad, he’s sure to agree: a perfectly seasoned steak flame-kissed to
Three Michigan State football players face sex charges
Coach Mark Dantonio dismissed all three from the football program moments after the charges were made public.
New Zealand’s home to sauvignon blanc Majestic Marlborough
This feature is part of the continuing series on my travels to the wine regions of New Zealand and Australia.
The top five songs of the most recent weekly accounting period on the iTunes Store:
The top five songs of the most recent weekly accounting period on the iTunes Store: v “Despacito”
Penguins suddenly struggling to score
The goals that came so easily to the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final have disappeared.
Amazon offers Prime discount to those on government benefits
Associated Press NEW YORK Amazon is making a play for low-income shoppers. The online leader
Big flavor recipes for summer get-togethers
Family Features From patio potlucks to backyard barbecues, summer is the ultimate time to kick
ABC off, running with NBA Finals
ABC off, running with NBA Finals NEW YORK The NBA Finals is off and running with its best
GM shareholders reject proposal to split stock in two
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors shareholders have overwhelmingly turned down an activist
Fear of deportation drives people off food stamps in US
Associated Press NEW YORK A crackdown on illegal immigration under President Donald Trump has
Chamber launches new monthly speaker series with lawmakers
The series feature the Mahoning Valley’s elected delegation to the Ohio General Assembly.
Man attacks police with tool at Notre Dame ‘for Syria’, is shot
Associated Press PARIS An assailant wielding a hammer attacked Paris police guarding Notre Dame
Smart summer snacks
Family Features A busy summer schedule requires plenty of energy, and while relaxation is sure to
DEA warns police of accidental overdose risks in drug fight
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration on Tuesday warned of a new
METRO DIGEST | Sharon homicide
Sharon homicide SHARON, Pa. Sharon police say the death of a man found about 10:30 a.m. Tuesday
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Auto sales up in May YOUNGSTOWN May new and used auto sales in the Mahoning Valley were up by
Heroin by mail suspects federally indicted
Four people allegedly conspired to mail heroin from California to Warren in 2015.
Trump injects US into Arab crisis
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump injected the United States into a volatile
Flynn turns over documents to panel
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn turned over about 600
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Trumbull County commissioners, 6 p.m., town hall meeting, Vienna Township Hall,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1232.94-0.38 Aqua America, .71
A plea for peace in the Mideast 50 years after the Six-Day War
Opinion: By Saliba Sarsar The Philadelphia Inquirer As a native of Jerusalem, I am acutely aware this
METRO DIGEST || 2 women face charges after altercation at Kohl’s
2 women face charges after incident at Kohl’s BOARDMAN Nicole Pietrangeli, 47, of Warren is
White House looks for ways to counter Comey
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House and its allies are scrambling for ways to offset
3 cheers to Champion’s champions and all Valley spring-sports standouts
Editorial: Before last weekend, Champion Township’s claims to fame centered primarily on the stately 190-year-
Trump’s Paris accord move not fatal
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View Reactions to President Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris
Mayors take on Trump
Opinion: By Erika D. SMITH The Sacramento Bee The most bewildering part of President Donald Trump’s
First Step Recovery joins with Travco Behavioral Health
First Step Recovery and Travco will offer services that address both substance abuse and mental-health issues
Tuesday, June 6 (108 stories)
NOW Youngstown calls for stand against medical marijuana
NOW Youngstown has issued a call to action to the 50-plus people attending its public meeting today to show up at city council’s meeting Wednesday to take a stand against marijuana, medical or recreational, in the city.
Charter Academy teacher raising money for volunteer project in Africa
A mother of two girls under age 5 will travel to Africa to spread her wealth of knowledge to impoverished children.
Boardman mom charged with duct-taping son in basement alone
A township woman faces a felony child-endangering charge after police accused her of duct-taping her son to a chair and leaving him in a basement while she went to the YMCA’s pool.
Struthers council to hear proposal from medical marijuana grower
City council will hear from a prospective marijuana grower Wednesday evening.
Jurors side with prosecutors: Hackett guilty of murder, kidnapping, rape
Prosecutors told jurors in the closing arguments of the David Hackett aggravated-murder trial that phone records and DNA prove he was with the victim when she was killed and he raped her.
Youngstown panel approves downtown hotel amenities, bus shelter
The city’s Design Review Committee approved plans for various amenities to the 134-room DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton being built at the Stambaugh Building downtown.
Hubbard shop sells artisan knitting supplies, classes
Gwen Brown’s home was a tangle of yarn, looms and knitting supplies.
Pastor's information day appears to spike firefighter applicants in Warren
The hiring situation in the Warren Fire Department has seen a dramatic upswing since early this year when a test for entry-level firefighters produced only 20 candidates to fill almost that many openings.
Austintown schools cutting district principals by 1
Austintown schools will reduce the number of principals in the district from 13 to 12.
UPDATE | No one injured, no gunmen found in South Side shootout
No one injured, no gunmen found in South Side shootout
George and Amal Clooney welcome twins Ella and Alexander
George and Amal Clooney welcome twins Ella and Alexander
Insurer Anthem opens another hole in ACA exchange blanket
Insurer Anthem opens another hole in ACA exchange blanket
Australia confirms 2 citizens dead in London Bridge attack
Australia confirms 2 citizens dead in London Bridge attack
City SWAT team surrounds South Side house looking for gunman
City SWAT team surrounds South Side house looking for gunman
Brookfield police seeks public's help in finding missing teen
Brookfield police seek public's help in finding missing teen
Uber dismisses more than 20 employees after law firm’s probe
Uber dismisses more than 20 employees after law firm’s probe
Wet playground area at Wick Recreational Area closed beginning Thursday
Wet playground area at Wick Recreational Area closed beginning Thursday
Victims of Ohio nightclub shooting sue club, owner
Victims of Ohio nightclub shooting sue club, owner
Struthers council to hear from prospective marijuana grower Wednesday night
Struthers council to hear from prospective marijuana grower Wednesday night
New principal named at Youngstown East High School
New principal named at Youngstown East High School
Trump chooses regional banker as key regulator of US banks
Trump chooses regional banker as key regulator of US banks
Water-quality info to be part of Youngstown Water Department bills by July 1
Water-quality info to be part of Youngstown Water Department bills by July 1
UPDATE | Man attacks Paris police with tool at Notre Dame ’for Syria’
Paris police: Security operation under way near Notre Dame
UPDATE | Austintown superintendent denies latest principal demoted
Another Austintown principal apparently demoted
4 suspects, including two from Warren, indicted in heroin-by-mail caper
4 suspects, including two from Warren, indicted in heroin-by-mail caper
Accuser's mother bolsters story Cosby drugged, assaulted her
Accuser's mother bolsters story Cosby drugged, assaulted her
Kentucky supplier recalls more than 22,000 pounds of beef
Kentucky supplier recalls more than 22,000 pounds of beef
Police: Friends filmed Missouri man dragging kitten to death
Police: Friends filmed Missouri man dragging kitten to death
Police arrest man after series of shooting incidents in Warren
Police arrest man after series of gun incidents in Warren
Voters start on picking candidates to replace Chris Christie
Voters start on picking candidates to replace Chris Christie
Boardman woman accused of taping child to basement chair
Boardman woman accused of taping child to basement chair
UPDATE | UK police name third attacker as new search gets underway
UK police name third attacker as new search gets underway
Steward Health Care launches ad campaign with Valley doctors
Steward Health Care launches ad campaign with Valley doctors
Trump infrastructure push faces cold shoulder from Congress
Trump infrastructure push faces cold shoulder from Congress
Mom charged after boy’s teeth pulled in Walmart restroom
Mom charged after boy’s teeth pulled in Walmart restroom
US companies post record number of open jobs in April
US companies post record number of open jobs in April
Russia says fighter jet intercepts US bomber on border
Russia says fighter jet intercepts US bomber on border
First Step Recovery joins with Travco Behavioral Health
First Step Recovery joins with Travco Behavioral Health
Markets Right Now: Stocks are opening lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks are opening lower on Wall Street
Closing arguments underway in case of 2013 stabbing death
Closing arguments underway in case of 2013 stabbing death
Amazon offers Prime discount to those on government benefits
Amazon offers Prime discount to those on government benefits
Ex-player’s NFL pension garnished to repay charity theft
Ex-player’s NFL pension garnished to repay charity theft
REUNIONS
The Issac Anderson and Lydia Warner 97th Annual Reunion will be held June 24 at in the Highland
An animal-rights group is offering $1,000 to Youngstown to train lifeguards to help open the Northside Pool
The offer comes with a string attached
Statewide judges’ meeting underway here
Probate, domestic relations and juvenile court judges from around Ohio are here for a four-day conference based at the Avalon Inn.
A group of pastors express opposition to marijuana growing facilities in Youngstown
It will eventually lead to the legalization of recreational marijuana, they say
Youngstown council to consider a $4 million loan for a student housing complex Wednesday
The project’s total cost is $16 million
Youngstown voters could see two charter amendments on the November ballot
One proposal would again be to ban fracking and the other would make significant changes to elections in Youngstown
Loud music ends in arrest for crack-cocaine possession
Joseph Dawson was arraigned on the charge Monday
Help Hotline Crisis Center announces new name, website
Help Hotline is now Help Network of Northeast Ohio
Austintown principal demoted after investigation
Investigation probed James Penk’s conduct with a “large knife” in his office
Museum examines life of Dr. Seuss
By MARK PRATT Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Mass. From the squiggly, pink handrails outside
Cavs have been here before, but this Warriors team different
LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are headed home in a familiar spot after the first two games of the NBA Finals.
Rinne, Gaudreau power Predators past Penguins
The series is tied, 2-2. Game 5 is in Pittsburgh on Thursday.
Kokrak earns U.S. Open spot at Erin Hills
Jason Kokrak shot 69-64 to finish one shot behind winner J.T. Poston in a qualifier in Columbus.
YSU Police Academy coordinator, said House Bill 49 is like an abusive relationship when it comes to educators and the legislature
YSU Police Academy coordinator, said House Bill 49 is like an abusive relationship when it comes to educators and the legislature.
Grass cutting at vacant structures triples under YNDC program
The YNDC’s crew will cut lawns across the entire city at least four times over by the end of the year
Thad Matta out at Ohio State
Thad Matta is out as Ohio State’s basketball coach, with the Buckeyes having missed the last two NCAA Tournaments amid an exodus of players.
major league baseball
STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB New York3222.593— Boston3125.5542
Pepperoni product recalled
Poland firm recalling nearly 3,000 pounds of a pepperoni product, USDA says.
Syndrome may require surgery CARPAL TUNNEL
Mayo Clinic News Network (TNS) Dear Mayo Clinic: I have carpal tunnel syndrome that used to bother
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 6
Today is Tuesday, June 6, the 157th day of 2017. There are 208 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Opening witness takes the stand in Cosby trial
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Bill Cosby went on trial Monday on charges he drugged and
Russia hackers breached voting software firm, report suggests
Associated Press WASHINGTON Russian hackers attacked at least one U.S. voting software supplier
British police identify 2 attackers
Associated Press LONDON British police named two of the three men who left a trail of bloodshed
Staples to close
Staples to close BOARDMAN Another local big-box retailer is closing its doors in Boardman. The
High court limits asset seizures from drug cases
High court limits asset seizures from drug cases WASHINGTON The Supreme Court is placing new
Safe driving course
Safe driving course YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Living Senior Center, 1110 Fifth Ave., is offering a
Hostage-taker in Australia had been acquitted in terrorism plot
Associated Press CANBERRA, Australia A gunman who killed a man and took a woman hostage before
Trump seeks to privatize air-traffic control system
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Monday that the nation’s air-traffic
Fired worker kills 5, self in Florida
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. A man who was fired from a Florida awning factory in April
Trump won’t block Comey’s testimony
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump will not assert executive privilege to block
Apple unveils ‘smart’ speaker
Associated Press SAN JOSE, Calif. Apple nodded to several up-and-coming technology trends,
Ohio could have path to getting long-sought lethal injection drug
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio may have a path to obtaining a long-sought lethal injection drug
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Ed Sheeran: Tonight on “Late Late
Legal experts: President hurting travel ban effort
Associated Press WASHINGTON Memo from legal experts to President Donald Trump on resurrecting
US probes air-bag computer failures in Jeep SUVs
Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. government is investigating complaints that air-bag control
Government-funded broadcasting discordant with a la carte impulse
Opinion: WASHINGTON As changing technologies and preferences make government-funded broadcasting
Wallace to take over No. 43 car for Richard Petty Motorsports
Darrell Wallace Jr. will become the first black driver to race at NASCAR’s top level since 2006 when he replaces injured Aric Almirola this weekend at Pocono Raceway.
It’s time Cavs got physical
Hey, get off my lawn. Back in my day, we walked to and from school — uphill both ways. And we
oddly enough
oddly enough Idaho woman finds Nazi explosive in parents’ shed MERIDIAN, Idaho An Idaho woman
Terrorist attack in Britain hardens resolve of people
Editorial: If the three Islamic terrorists who killed seven revelers Saturday night in the heart of London were
Cherry juice helps headaches
Q. I have had recurring headaches with some regularity over many years. My solution was to rely on
Watch out for the pets
Opinion: By Lindsay Pollard-Post People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Butterfly flew too high.
Murray wins to reach French quarterfinals
Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka and Rafael Nadal are all still alive in Paris.
around the horn
around the horn Monday’s MLB games NATIONAL LEAGUE Cubs 3, Marlins 1 CHICAGO Eddie Butler
Trump lashes out at London mayor again
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump continued a long-running feud with London’s
Three football players to be charged at MSU
Associated Press EAST LANSING, MICH. Three Michigan State football players are being charged in
“I ask all Floridians to pray for the families impacted by this senseless act of
Opinion: “I ask all Floridians to pray for the families impacted by this senseless act of violence.”
Sandlot ROUNDUP | Results from Cene Park
CLASS B Astro Falcons 3, SBA Aces 0 The Astro Falcons needed only the arm of Devin Dunn, and the
Mike Brown on his way back to Cleveland for Game 3
Mike Brown is heading to Cleveland, the city that shaped him more than any other.
METRO digest
Howland man stabbed HOWLAND A 22-year-old man in the Forest Grove mobile home park on Weir Road
nfl news and notes
Giants receiver arrested in Ohio REYNOLDSBURG New York Giants backup receiver Roger Lewis Jr.
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Boardman trustees BOARDMAN The township trustees will have a special meeting and adjourn into
Monday, June 5 (85 stories)
Stanley Cup Final: Predators even series with 4-1 win
The defending champion Penguins will host Game 5 on Thursday night.
Hubbard taking a second look at ban on medical-marijuana facilities
Hubbard taking a second look at ban on medical-marijuana facilities
UPDATE | Both sides rest in murder trial in which defendant is acting as his own lawyer
UPDATE | Both sides rest in murder trial in which defendant is acting as his own lawyer
Youngstown voters could see two charter amendments on fall ballot
Youngstown voters could see two charter amendments on fall ballot
White House tries to regroup, but Trump isn't helping
White House tries to regroup, but Trump isn't helping
UN chief warns oceans are 'under threat as never before'
UN chief warns oceans are 'under threat as never before'
UPDATE | Police coax man out of Kensington Avenue house
A man who was holed up in a Kensington Avenue home since 4 p.m. has been taken into custody.
Youngstown council to consider loan to expand housing at YSU
Youngstown council to consider loan to expand housing at YSU
Peter Sallis, voice of 'Wallace and Gromit,' dead at 96
Peter Sallis, voice of 'Wallace and Gromit,' dead at 96
Ian Friedman on VTR
Ian Friedman, attorney for Bresha Meadows, joined Vindy Talk Radio to discuss the case and why he took it.
Help Hotline Crisis Center announces new name, website
Help Hotline Crisis Center announces new name, website
Boardman trustees have special meeting Tuesday afternoon
Boardman trustees have special meeting Tuesday afternoon
3 face drug charges after traffic stop in Austintown
3 face drug charges after traffic stop in Austintown
Pastors say they don't want weed growing facilities here
Pastors say they don't want weed growing facilities here
UPDATE: Sheriff: ’Sad day once again in Orange County’
Sheriff: ’Multiple fatalities’ in Florida shooting
Poland bakery recalling nearly 3,000 pounds of pepperoni product
The product was shipped to clients in Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Chris Young to give concert at Canfield Fair
Rising country music star will headline show on Sept. 4
Man with gun tells cops: I just had to go to bathroom
Reports said a man arrested Saturday on a gun charge after a weapon was found behind a North Side home said he was only behind the home because he had to go to the bathroom.
Hackett murder trial continues today; he's his own defense counsel
Testimony continues today in the murder trial of David Hackett in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
1-year-old Ohio boy dies after suspected opioid overdose
1-year-old Ohio boy dies after suspected opioid overdose
Youngstown driver rolls up on cops with music blaring; gets arrested for 37 bags of crack
Reports said a man who parked next to a police cruiser late Sunday with loud music playing from his car had 37 bags of crack cocaine in his pocket.
Boardman Subaru commits $250,000 to Akron Children’s campaign
Boardman Subaru commits $250,000 to Akron Children’s Vision campaign
Austintown principal demoted, but will keep job after suspension
Penk will work as an assistant principal at Austintown Fitch High School, a demotion from his previous role as middle school principal.
WORTH A LOOK
FAIRS, FESTIVALS Celebrate Poland annual festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 1.
United Way to host ‘Nine is Fine’ golf event
United Way to host ‘Nine is Fine’ golf event WARREN United Way of Trumbull County will host a
Newly proposed Ohio legislation still wouldn’t protect homeowner who kills when not in danger
A recently introduced bill would make it less complicated for a person to defend himself with a gun or other weapon, but it wouldn’t give someone latitude to shoot because of an attack on the shooter’s property.
Liberty man broke his hand and hid in cave
Terrified by a low-flying fighter jet, Yasser Ismail broke his hand when he jumped off a stone wall he was sitting on.
A fact finder recommends no pay raise over the next three years for Youngstown’s ranking police officers union
Both sides must agree to the deal or it goes to binding arbitration
Top-ranked Zallow favorite at nationals
Chad Zallow is ranked first in the nation with a time of 13.37 in the 110 hurdles.
Canfield graduates ready to take the next step
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Combine a four-year perfect-attendance record, a love
More than 1,200 take part in first Youngstown Marathon
North Canton’s Tony Migliozzi won the full marathon, finishing in 2:36:48, and his girlfriend Sara Polatas was the first female to finish, completing her race in 3:11:50.
Austintown native to raise money by running with the bulls
Ryan Sheridan hopes to raise $5,000 for the Rich Center for Autism
LeBron’s triple-double not nearly enough for Cavaliers
The Cavs are down 2-0 again as the NBA Finals shift to Cleveland.
Poland Village nears passing forest ordinance among resistance
Poland Village nears passing forest ordinance among resistance
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 5
Today is Monday, June 5, the 156th day of 2017. There are 209 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Valley Christian graduates reflect while looking to a positive future ‘The end of an era’
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of 49
Sex-assault trial caps Cosby’s life and legacy
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Bill Cosby doesn’t plan to testify when he goes on trial today on
Shoebox recipient to speak of impact
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Ian McShane relishes charismatic scamp who has faith in humanity ‘AMERICAN GODS’
IF YOU WATCH What: “American Gods” When: Sunday at 9 p.m. Where: Starz or Starz On-Demand
Rethinking The Beatles’ ‘best’
By Mikael Wood Los Angeles Times (TNS) “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” is The Beatles’
By LEANNE ITALIE
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BOARDMAN HIGH
BOARDMAN HIGH Graduates: 300 First in Class – students with perfect 4.0 grade-point averages:
Tribe overcomes delay to salvage finale in KC
Roberto Perez and Daniel Robertson delivered two-run doubles just before a long rain delay.
French Open will have first-time Grand Slam champ
Garbine Muguruza did not take kindly to the way spectators pulled for her opponent — her French opponent, mind you — at the French Open.
around the horn
around the horn Sunday’s other MLB games INTERLEAGUE Nationals 11, Athletics 10 OAKLAND,
Syrian troops pound Daraa after attack
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian government forces pounded parts of the southern city of Daraa
Must-do for Congress: Raise debt limit, pass spending bills
Associated Press WASHINGTON Even members of his own party were quick to declare President
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert L. Byrd, 44, of 1043 Willard Ave., Warren, and
Commencement exercises were Sunday afternoon at the highschool gym
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Boardman High School Class of 2017, the
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Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue headlines for the
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Home2 Suites tour AUSTINTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
American people should have a say on policies government establishes
Opinion: By Noah Smith Bloomberg View Usually, when economists think about how to improve the lives of
Pirates rout Mets thanks to odd inning
David Freese and the Pittsburgh Pirates picked a fine time to pad their lead — in-between a bizarre pair of seventh-inning stretches.
CANFIELD HIGH
CANFIELD HIGH Graduates: 230 Honor students: 40 Song: “All Star” by Smash Mouth Colors: Red
Attack brings out the best in London’s Borough neighborhood
Associated Press LONDON When Sue Brinklow dashed into The Lord Clyde pub during Saturday
VA key to US security
Opinion: By David J. SHULKIN Tribune News Service Ever since the draft was suspended in 1973, our
Stanley Cup Final: Bad breath, blood brewing on eve of Game 4
P.K. Subban says ask the Pittsburgh Penguins if he’s getting under their skin.
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
GOLF roundup
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Philippine police say casino attacker was indebted gambler
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines The lone suspect behind a deadly attack on a casino and
VALLEY CHRISTIAN
VALLEY CHRISTIAN Graduates: 49 Valedictorians: Marissa Davis and Laura Sylvester Colors: Royal
portland, ore. Free speech rally, counter protests draw thousands
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Crowds swelled to several thousand as demonstrators from varying
Trump criticizes mayor after latest attack on city
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Sunday criticized London’s mayor after he
London terror probe nets 12 arrests
Associated Press LONDON British police arrested a dozen people Sunday in a widening terrorism
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Niles Civil Service Commission, 4:35 p.m., city building, conference room A, 34 W.
ODDLY ENOUGH
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States, cities must commit to climate-change fight
Editorial: Hyperbole has long been a hallmark personality trait of President Donald J. Trump. But last week,
Trump is making NAFTA worse
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Like rose blossoms, a politician’s promises can be beautiful when
Sunday, June 4 (86 stories)
DivorceCare group to meet for 12 weeks
DivorceCare group to meet for 12 weeks AUSTINTOWN DivorceCare, a free 12-week course for those
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
Freetimers Monthly Breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. June 6, at Davidson’s on Route 62 in
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY Members of the Freemasons and their families will gather at 10 a,m, on June 11 at St.
Yearly cost to hold one felon in prison soars to $75,560 in Calif.
A student can pay less for tuition at Harvard University yearly
Cosby plans not to testify as his sex-assault trial begins Monday
The judge is hoping that a frenzy similar to that at O.J.-Simpson's murder trial can be avoided
OSU considers revising policy on benefits for same-sex couples
Trustees are considering a plan to require partners to be legally married to receive benefits
Ohio braces for avalanche of marijuana-growing applications
June 16 is the deadline to apply for 24 licenses to be issued statewide
More than 1,200 take part in first Youngstown Marathon; North Canton man wins
Conditions this morning were ideal for the city's first marathon
British police arrest 12 in vehicle, knife attacks in London
At least 10 people, including three suspected attackers, were killed Saturday night on and near the iconic London Bridge
Flawless defense triggers Champion baseball’s first state crown
Turner’s hit scores Nasonti with the game’s only run
Israelis were fearful during ‘67 war
Israelis viewed the Six-Day War between the Israelis and the Arabs in June 1967 as a David and Goliath battle.
Parade seeks to unify community
With a mighty blast on a horn, Wendy Robinson raised her hand toward heaven, let out a victory shout, took a step forward, and started to pray.
Seventh heaven: Golden Flashes seize seventh state title
Champion outscored its tournament opponents, 68-2.
Phantom ready to grow with new headquarters
From his trunk to national retail stores, Bruce Zoldan continues to grow his fireworks business.
East Liverpool’s Baker, Salem’s 400 relay star on Day 2
Senior shot putter Lindsay Baker returns to East Liverpool as a state champion.
Boardman student with rare disease looks to the future
Limitations on walking haven’t stopped this Boardman graduate from accomplishing her goals.
NBA Finals: Cavaliers need to make some adjustments
Cleveland wants to get physical, contest shots, somehow find a way to get Golden State out of its groove.
METRO DIGEST || Public panel discussion on racism
Discussion on racism in Youngstown is set at DeYor on June 12 YOUNGSTOWN The faith-based
OHSAA STATE TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS | More Day 2 results
DIVISION I Austintown Fitch — Lauren Dolak took sixth place in the 800 2:12.56. Brent Fairbanks
Nationwide Industrial Supply marks 45 years in business
Nationwide Industrial Supply has made sure manufacturers have had what they for 45 years.
METRO DIGEST || Glenwood Jr. High recognized for habitat
School recognition BOARDMAN The National Wildlife Federation recognized Glenwood Junior High
396 awarded diplomas at Fitch commencement
Marquis Barbel, one of nearly 400 seniors who graduated during commencement exercises Saturday morning in Austintown Fitch High School fieldhouse, raises his diploma in triumph.
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one Jim Kinney aced the 172-yard No. 2 at Reserve Run. He used a 6
Saturday ON THE LINKS | More pro golf
SHOPRITE LPGA CLASSIC GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. Ariya Jutanugarn took the No. 1 spot in the world
For the week of Sunday, June 4, 2017
Robert A. Conkey et al to Robert A. Rudolph et al, Pine Tree Lane, Boardman, $127,900. Hal L.
SHOWS RANGE FROM DRAMAS TO RETURNING FAVORITES
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Goat yoga in Groveport
The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Three rows of yoga mats line much of the green lawn between a
Ancestors used wood to make early do-it-yourself tools
Our ancestors were clever and could make many tools, containers and cooking utensils from wood or
SeaWorld, Sesame Workshop to build new theme park
SeaWorld, Sesame Workshop to build new theme park SeaWorld Entertainment announced recently a
Dufner’s score balloons to 77
Jason Dufner made four straight bogeys on the front nine and lost his five-shot lead in five holes.
Attorney who bilked $600M disappears
Attorney who bilked $600M disappears FRANKFORT, Ky. An eastern Kentucky disability lawyer
STATE BASEBALL News & notes
There’s always time to dance COLUMBUS Champion sophomore pitcher Andrew Russell literally had
Can new whale attraction help rescue SeaWorld?
By Lori Weisberg The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS) SAN DIEGO A symphonic score filled the
Kent State to offer buyouts to faculty
Associated Press KENT Kent State University wants to hire more research faculty with savings
Today’s entertainment picks:
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BUSINESS DIGEST || Volunteers needed for Beatitude House flower planting
Volunteers needed for flower planting YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will
Increase the odds of a happy homestay
Homestays – rooms, apartments or homes rented directly from the owner, typically for vacation
Five injured after being struck by car in Cleveland
Associated Press CLEVELAND Police say five bicyclists have been injured with three hospitalized
All schooling options look good when kids are learning good values
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. We have just moved and are seeking a new school for our two children
Meat allergy could cause trouble with medications
Q. Twenty years ago, I learned that I was allergic to beef. I found out a week ago it’s not just
SPORTS digest
Mill Creek Golf Course hosting junior series youngstown The Mill Creek Wick Par-3 Course,
Video shows methodical gunman in attack
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines Security footage shows the man responsible for one of the
New limits on pain pills inflict new pain on seniors
Opinion: New limits on pain pills inflict new pain on seniors I agree with a recent Letter to the Editor
Bombers kill at least 6 in Kabul
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan At least six people were killed Saturday when a trio of
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings & scrambles
JUNE Monday — 24th annual Northeast Ohio Adoption Services Golf Tournament at Trumbull Country
Let’s stop comparing Tiger, Jack
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MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Achievement award Alex Geordan, superintendent of Canfield schools, was
Philadelphia’s Museum of the American Revolution at attention READY, AIM, VISIT
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA With muskets polished, flags aloft and one very commanding tent in
Y’town voters embrace harasser
Opinion: Thirteen days before the May 2 Democratic primary election in Youngstown, Fox News personality Bill
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Bill Maher apologizes for using racial slur during HBO show LOS ANGELES Bill Maher
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 4
Today is Sunday, June 4, the 155th day of 2017. There are 210 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
fast fact
fast fact In a recent industry survey, nearly 68% of respondents stated they are “satisfied” with
Campaign over Ohio ballot issue to cap drug prices heats up
Associated Press COLUMBUS Debate is heating up over an initiative headed to Ohio’s fall ballot
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under par 70 in
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Into the Water,” by Paula Hawkins (Riverhead) 2. “Dragon Teeth,” by
Watch Ariana Grande's Manchester concert for free
IF YOU WATCH What: Ariana Grande & Friends: One Love Manchester Show Where: Freeform, today, 2
Miller Lite Greatest Golfer Scramble Championship | 2017 Qualifiers
MAY 26 — Help Hotline Scramble at Knoll Run Golf Course. Time: 9 a.m. Cost: $75. Contact: Todd
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
A look into young life of Mary Wick
Opinion: Peeking out from a random box in an obscure antique mall in Brookfield is not where you’d expect to
LEAGUE SCORES
LEAGUE SCORES SFlbbedford trails golf course Gergels Tuesday Night Ladies — Low gross: Barb
Pence backs up economic efforts during visit to Iowa
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Vice President Mike Pence on Saturday reassured Iowa
Terrorism strikes heart of London
Terrorism struck at the heart of London, police said today, after a vehicle veered off the road and mowed down pedestrians on London Bridge and men with large knives stabbed passersby at nearby Borough Market.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
NEW CASES Deborah Pugh et al v. Ernest Feltrop, money. PNC Bank v. Lake Front III Inc., money.
State Softball NOTEBOOK | More from Akron Firestone Park
Seven: Champion’s softball program has won seven state crowns. The other years were 1978, 1980,
Trump to push for road, bridge overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is launching a major push for a $1 trillion
Battle for Raqqa to begin, group says
Associated Press BEIRUT The battle for control of the Islamic State group’s de facto capital
Saturday’s MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 12, Indians 5 KANSAS CITY, MO. Lorenzo Cain capped a six-run fifth
RUNNERS, TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races and walks
JUNE Today — Youngstown Marathon, half marathon, & 5K at Second Sole Youngstown. Marathon & half
Austintown schools’ chief staying because of critics
Editorial: Opponents of Austin- town schools Superintendent Vince Colaluca have made no secret of their desire
President Trump discovering democracy isn’t fast and easy
Opinion: By Patricia Murphy CQ-Roll Call In all of the hundreds, if not thousands, of volumes written
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HEALTH CARE Anthony Seminaro has joined Mercy Health-Youngstown as chief financial officer. He
Saturday, June 3 (81 stories)
6 dead, 20 injured in London stabbing attacks tonight; cops kill 3 suspects
Terrorism struck at the heart of London, police said Sunday, after a vehicle veered off the road and mowed down pedestrians on London Bridge and witnesses told of men with large knives stabbing passersby at nearby Borough Market.
Unity in Community parade leader offered prayers for Youngstown today
With a mighty blast on a horn, Wendy Robinson raised her hand toward heaven, let out a victory shout, took a step forward, and started to pray.
Fitch grads look to future at today's commencement
Ask Tiffany Aliberti why she’s eyeing a career as a pediatrician and you can expect a basic response with none of the trimmings.
Champion sweeps D-III state titles in baseball, softball
Champion became the first Trumbull County team to win a baseball state title since 1943. Champion's softball team won its seventh crown.
Lauren Zetts | Thomas Fletcher
Pittsburgh Lauren Zetts and Thomas Fletcher were joined in marriage Aug. 27, 2016, at the Soldiers
Arienne Miller | Shawn Coe
Marietta Arienne Miller from Belpre, Ohio and Shawn Coe from Guysville, Ohio were married Feb. 25,
Miss Gleydura to become bride of Mr. Bellino
hubbard Samuel Bellino is announcing his engagement to Mary Margaret Gleydura, both of Hubbard.
Miss Bobonick, Mr. Fagnano plan wedding
YOUNGSTOWN The parent’s of the bride-elect and the mother of the prospective groom are announcing
Jessica Dutko and Daniel Smith plan summer wedding
BOARDMAN Miss Jessica Dutko of Boardman and Mr. Daniel Smith of Kinsman are engaged and planning
Dana Polombi and Jeramey May plan fall ceremony
POLAND Miss Dana Polombi and Mr. Jeramey May, both of Poland, have planned a ceremony for Oct. 7
Trump’s Youngstown plug confuses Mayor McNally
The mayor urged the president to reconsider his decision to withdraw from the climate agreement.
Valley earns 3 second-place finishes on Day 1
Two guys made the bar rattle, but for Lisbon’s Seth Stokes, the bar fell down.
New-and-improved Youngstown summer school
Youngstown’s new summer school program has almost tripled last year’s student participation
Warren JFK’s Coates out after hamstring injury
Jacob Coates said he felt something “pop” while running the 200.
Cavaliers must toughen up inside
Easy isn’t supposed to happen, especially not at the rim in the NBA Finals.
MVSD: Water not impacted by training deficiency
MVSD launched its own probe of suspected water operator training discrepancies.
Mercy Health Foundation to match state’s $140K to fight opioid scourge
Hospital foundation will administer $280K to hire support staff for addicts
Tom Williams: Champion-ship Saturday twice as nice
The Golden Flashes’ baseball and softball teams will play for state titles today.
Champion rolls again, this time into D-III state final
The Golden Flashes have outscored their postseason opponents 63-1.
Trumbull citizen budget committee releases recommendations
The 12-citizen Trumbull County Budget Review Committee is recommending at least $2 million in cost savings.
Poland community unites to support 18-year-old aneurysm survivor
A group of Poland Seminary High School students spent their first Friday night of summer vacation hanging out at school.
Police officer placed on unpaid leave after arraignment
Allegations are as as a coach and not as a cop.
Two Trumbull County men indicted in theft of Army Humvee
Two Trumbull County men have been indicted on charges of stealing an Army Humvee and concealing it for five days with the intent to convert it for personal use.
'The Bull' joins Struthers Fire Department
Jake “The Bull” Giuriceo, a former professional welterweight boxer, joined the Struthers Fire Department earlier this week. He said he's moving into the new career so he'll have more time to focus on his family.
Gotti’s ex-son-in-law avoids prison in deal
Associated Press CLEVELAND A reputed member of the Gambino crime family and former son-in-law of
Proposals await OK
Proposals await OK YOUNGSTOWN City council will consider legislation Wednesday to lend up to $4
METRO DIGEST || ‘Wonder Woman’ screening for girls
‘Wonder Woman’ screening for girls AUSTINTOWN Compass Rape Crisis & Counseling Center is
Penguins’ Bonino could miss Game 3
Pittsburgh center Nick Bonino was wearing a walking boot on his left foot and using crutches Friday.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon cutting YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
STATE TRACK NOTEBOOK More from Day 1 competition
DIVISION I Canfield — The 4x800 relay squad of Camryn Kohout, Raquel Markulin, Ashley Ventimiglia
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 5-under par 67 in the
ON THE TRACKS This weekend’s auto races
NASCAR Busch takes pole position at Dover DOVER, DEL. Kyle Busch led a strong qualifying
FRIDAY’s MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 4, Indians 0 KANSAS CITY Jason Vargas tossed his first shutout in
Record Reviews
Roger Waters Album: “Is This the Life We Really Want?” Two things are clear after listening to
Quitting Paris likely to have muted effect in key industries
Associated Press DALLAS President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from
1-year-old hospitalized after overdose on opioids
Associated Press AKRON Police say a 1-year-old Ohio boy had to be revived with naloxone after he
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Art in the Park, 10 a.m.: Take in the sights and sounds of the
Making our days better
As I drove through the intersection of U.S. 224 and Southern Boulevard recently, I spotted activity
Summer worship hours
Summer worship hours BOARDMAN Westminster Presbyterian Church, 119 Stadium Drive, will begin its
Jobs data could signal shortage of qualified workers to hire
Associated Press WASHINGTON Are employers starting to run out of workers to hire? A hiring
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 3
Today is Saturday, June 3, the 154th day of 2017. There are 211 days left in the year. Associated
Kudos to dads who are living lives the right way
Opinion: CNN’s Don Lemon once interviewed retired Gen. Colin Powell about the pressing issues facing black
Watch a California condor nest online
With wings spanning 9.5 feet and weighing up to 30 pounds, California condors are the largest
NBC has high hopes for Megyn Kelly, but can she compete with ‘60 Minutes’? TIME WILL TELL
IF YOU WATCH What: “Sunday Night With Megyn Kelly” Where: NBC When: 7 p.m. By Stephen
Shooters & Scooters
Shooters & Scooters Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Club, 1058 W. Third St., will have its
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Andrea Koon and Seth Harrison, East Liverpool, boy, June
7 things you might not know about Ramadan
By Christine Clarridge The Seattle Times (TNS) Regardless of your faith, you may well know that
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Dog stuck on cliff rescued by NY cop using ropes MOUNT MORRIS, N.Y. A dog stuck
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Schedule Mount Zion Baptist Church: 827 Wilson Ave., Youngstown, 5 to 8
Could executive privilege block Comey testimony?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Could President Donald Trump keep former FBI Director James Comey
Misinterpreting Carson
Opinion: The Gazette (Colorado Springs, Colo.): Moments after Ben Carson called poverty “a state of mind,”
82-year-old held for two hours after airport scuffle
Associated Press WICHITA, Kan. An 82-year-old Texas woman had forgotten to take her bipolar
Rust Belt presents interactive play
IF YOU GO What: “Miss Tuesday Night” Where: Rust Belt Theater, 755 Mahoning Avenue When: June
Stocks set records again; bond yields sink
Associated Press NEW YORK Bond yields sank Friday to their lowest level of the year, and the
In one state, abused animals get a legal voice in court
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. Many states have victim’s advocates or child advocates,
Trade deficit rises to highest level since January
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. trade deficit rose in April to the highest level since
Nations pledge to boost climate efforts
Associated Press PARIS A Malian cattle herder, German environmental activists, leaders from
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD May
Man indicted on drug charges Thursday, arrested hours later on same charges
62k bond given to suspect arrested in second drug raid
Phantoms conducting selection camp this weekend
The Phantoms expect to put a more experienced team on the ice in 2017-18.
Dufner with record pace at Memorial
Cleveland native has commanding lead; Kokrak tied for 13th Associated Press Dublin, Ohio Jason
Two more armed robberies brings Warren’s total to 10 in the past month
The city had an armed robbery Thursday and an attempted armed robbery early Friday, bringing the total to 10 armed robberies in the last month.
Special counsel’s Trump probe includes Manafort case
Associated Press WASHINGTON The special counsel investigating possible ties between President
Philippine police seek casino attacker’s identity
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines Philippine police say the attacker was a tall, English-
Ring of Fire: Former Boxer joins Struthers fire department
Campbell native says it’s time to focus on his family.
Local man takes park cleanup into his own hands
Brian Haughey organized a group of people to remove scrap metal and plastic from a ravine in Austintown Township Park
UN votes to add 15 North Koreans to UN blacklist
UN votes to add 15 North Koreans to UN blacklist UNITED NATIONS The U.N. Security Council
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS More pro golf results from Frdiay NORDEA MASTERS MALMO, SWEDEN Wales’ Jamie
YBI has 2 upcoming additive manufacturing events
The Youngstown Business Incubator has two event this week with the goal of bringing more additive manufacturing business here.
Messages from an articulate, worldly hijab-wearing woman
Opinion: By Zehra Naqvi The Dallas Morning News Dear Stranger with a Chip on Shoulder/Savior/Feminist
SPORTS digest
Kaepernick not signing with Seattle ‘for now’ renton, wash. Seahawks coach Pete Carroll says he
Women suffer in silence
Opinion: By Jeannette Urquilla Los Angeles Times SAN SALVADOR El Salvador has one of the worst records
Y’town goes the distance with inaugural marathon
Editorial: Come bright and early Sunday morning, Youngstown at last will be in the running with the big-league
Sweet tooth for chocolate never dies
Opinion: Reflecting on my memories of the rough old days, life sure was tough growing up in the Great
Friday, June 2 (127 stories)
Trump's climate move won't create Youngstown jobs, McNally tells national CNN audience
Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally said on CNN he was “a little bit confused” why President Donald Trump mentioned the city when explaining his decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate agreement.
Boxer Jake 'The Bull' Giuriceo embarks on new career path
Jake Giuriceo was sworn in as the newest Struthers firefighter while sporting a fading purple splotch under one eye.
Training lapses likely won't affect water safety for MVSD customers, board president says
Suspected discrepancies in water operator license-training records likely won’t affect the safety of the water supplied by the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District, according to the president of the MVSD board of directors.
Mercy Health grant to provide more drug recovery coaches at its facllities
Thanks to a private donor, Mahoning County will get double the amount of funding it was slated to receive this year to fight the opioid epidemic.
CEO's summer school programs offer support, enrichment and free lunch, transportation
CEO Krish Mohip’s new summer school program has almost tripled last year’s student participation.
YPD finds guns, cash, drugs in West Side raid
Police found six guns in a West Side home Thursday while serving a search warrant investigating drug activity.
Trumbull budget report recommends millions in property tax cuts, sales tax hikes
The 12-citizen Trumbull County Budget Review Committee released a seven-page report recommending at least $2 million in cost savings, $2.6 million in property-tax cuts but $12.6 million more in sales taxes.
Poland students, community lend support to classmate recovering from aneurysm
A group of Poland Seminary High School students spent their first Friday night of summer vacation hanging out at school.
Autopsy: Drugs taken by Chris Cornell didn't cause death
Autopsy: Drugs taken by Chris Cornell didn't cause death
Liberty Street in Liberty Township to close Saturday
Liberty Street in Liberty Township to close Saturday
3 ex-Penn State officials sent to jail in Sandusky scandal
3 ex-Penn State officials sent to jail in Sandusky scandal
Rape crisis counseling center has private showing of 'Wonder Woman' on Saturday
Rape crisis counseling center has private showing of 'Wonder Woman' on Saturday
Ohio man charged in slaying of woman whose body found in trunk
Ohio man charged in slaying of woman whose body found in trunk
CHAMPION SOFTBALL LIVE: Champion wins 10-0, will play for state title
Golden Flashes play Northwestern
UPDATE | Griffin not 'laying down' for Trump, fears career is over
Griffin not 'laying down' for Trump, fears career is over
Solicitations issued for Ohio opioid grants, tech challenge
Solicitations issued for Ohio opioid grants, tech challenge
Google’s Chrome browser to block some ads starting next year
Google’s Chrome browser to block some ads starting next year
82-year-old woman held for 2 hours after airport scuffle
82-year-old woman held for 2 hours after airport scuffle
Comedian Griffin says she's under Secret Service inquiry
Comedian Griffin says she's under Secret Service inquiry
Harley recalls bikes; oil line can detach and cause crash
Harley recalls bikes; oil line can detach and cause crash
Ohio EPA wants to raise fine against pipeline builder
Ohio EPA wants to raise fine against pipeline builder
Trumbull County coroner rules on woman's February death
Trumbull County coroner rules on woman's February death
McNally hits CNN to discuss Trump's Youngstown shout-out
McNally hits CNN to discuss Trump's Youngstown shout-out
Ex-son-in-law of John Gotti avoids prison in plea deal
Ex-son-in-law of John Gotti avoids prison in plea deal
Austintown woman leads police on chase to avoid warrant
Austintown woman leads police on chase to avoid warrant
Puerto Rican nationalist to march, but not as parade honoree
Puerto Rican nationalist to march, but not as parade honoree
Markets Right Now: Stocks edge higher in early trading
Markets Right Now: Stocks edge higher in early trading
Ex-Penn State officials face sentencing today in Sandusky scandal
Ex-Penn State officials face sentencing in Sandusky scandal
Post-riot review finds Delaware prison poorly run, managed
Post-riot review finds Delaware prison poorly run, managed
Pennsylvania dad dies after kindergarten party scuffle
Cops: Kids scuffle at kindergarten party, then dad gets shot
Trumbull committee suggests budget cuts, tax increase
Trumbull committee suggests budget cuts, tax increase
Craig Beach annual safety day planned
Craig Beach annual safety day planned Lake milton Craig Beach Volunteer Fire Department will
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES Campbell Memorial January and June Classes of 1948 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m.
3 face ouster from Dem Party committee for not backing Brown
The party’s chairman said they can’t have leadership positions in the party without supporting its nominees
Renovations moves SMARTS program to downtown art school
Youngstown community leaders celebrated SMARTS’s transition to a stand-alone Community Art School
Austintown’s Toth moving up to full 26.2 miles
Mill Creek Park to be centerpiece of Youngstown Marathon
May came with low Cruze sales, better GM plant announcements
Last month, sales of the Lordstown-built Cruze were down 24.8 percent year over year
Controversial proposal expanding probate courts' power back as separate bill
Proposed legislation would expand the power of probate courts over park districts in the state.
Turner’s clutch hit lifts Flashes into title game
Champion will play undefeated Berlin Hiland for crown
Newton Falls man sentenced to 33 days in jail for vehicular homicide, OVI in death of bicyclist
Saying there was “no evidence” that Donald S. Bryant was impaired when he hit a bicyclist on Holcomb Road in Newton Township on Sept. 26, Judge Philip Vigorito sentenced Bryant to 33 days in Trumbull County Jail on Thursday.
Boardman sewage plant to be upgraded
The Boardman wastewater treatment plant will be upgraded to accept new sewage flow.
Several city streets, Mill Creek Park roads closed for Youngstown Marathon
The city’s first marathon is Sunday
State Sen. Joe Schiavoni picks up first national labor union endorsement in Ohio governor’s race
The Utility Workers Union of America backs him
Speaker to grads: Campbell High key to his success
Members of Campbell Memorial High School's National Honor Society pose before receiving their diplomas at commencement Thursday evening at Campbell's John Knapic Field.
CAMPBELL MEMORIAL
CAMPBELL MEMORIAL Graduates: 71 Valedictorian: Samantha Koullias Salutatorian: Allison Cerech
36 die from smoke after gunman sets fire in casino
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines A gunman stormed a casino in the Philippine capital and
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Airport partnership to benefit veterans VIENNA Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport has announced
Larry and Judy Cavicchi mark 50th anniversary
Larry and Judy Cavicchi of Youngstown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 8. Their
Library guests solve hula homicide
More than 80 people used their best detective skills to solve the murder of Winnie Waheli during the Murder in the Library: Hulas and Homicide program at the Poland library on May 11.
Thanks to donations, Boardman basketball players get locker room makeover
Boardman varsity girls’ basketball team gets renovated locker room
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD May
2 charged with drug offenses after arrests Wednesday
Police made the arrests on the North and South sides.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Cosby judge delays some evidence rulings until jury is sworn in NORRISTOWN, Pa.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Robin Westover and Brett Morgan, Youngstown, boy, May 25.
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 2
Today is Friday, June 2, the 153rd day of 2017. There are 212 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Allies voice dismay over decision to exit
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Thursday he was pulling the U.S.
Reynolds, Fisher LATE STARS HOME AND COLLECTIBLES SET FOR SALE
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The hillside estate where Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds lived
3-D printing milestone
3-D printing milestone YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University has commercial equipment
OSU attacker faulted ‘moderate’ Muslims
Associated Press COLUMBUS A man responsible for a car-and-knife attack at Ohio State University
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v 33rd Annual Trumbull County African- American Achievers Festival:
Winter is coming this summer, and the women of Westeros are going to war IS THIS THE END OF ‘THRONES’?
By Lorraine Ali Los Angeles Times (TNS) The great war is here. Or at least it will be when
Ohio lieutenant governor reveals sons’ addictions
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s lieutenant governor revealed Thursday that her two sons have
‘Captain Underpants’ is funny, fresh, frantic
REVIEW ‘CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS’ Grade: 3 out of 4 stars Cast: Voiced by Thomas Middleditch, Kevin
In love with charters
Opinion: By Harold Meyerson Los Angeles Times The billionaires, apparently, we shall always have with us
oddly enough
oddly enough Trump’s tweeted typo covfefe becoming vanity license plates AUGUSTA, Maine
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A county grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday:
METRO DIGEST || Killed his cat
Killed his pet cat YOUNGSTOWN David W. Robinson of Youngstown was indicted Thursday by a
YPD finds six guns in West Side home, cocaine and fentanyl
Gun and drugs also found in South Side home
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate is tied for 48th place
Adjudicate swiftly lawsuit against makers of opiates
Editorial: The editorial cartoon published on this page Thursday aptly depicted the Grim Reaper feeling
Senate to hear from former FBI director
Associated Press WASHINGTON James Comey, fired last month as FBI director amid a federal
Putin: Russia doesn’t hack, but ‘patriotic’ individuals might
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Russia President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that some
Around the Horn Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 7, Red Sox 5 BALTIMORE Wade Miley allowed one run in seven innings,
Trump calls out Y-town in speech on climate
Youngstown mayor says it’s nice to hear the city’s name, but there’s no substance to the president’s statement
Man arrested after police chase
The police vehicular pursuit covered many South Side streets, and was followed by a foot chase.
Canfield Community Briefs
Knitting Guild celebrates with Knit-In To celebrate World Wide Knit in Public day the Western
School serves senior citizens supper
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Senior citizens were served supper by
Poland Community Briefs
Strawberry Festival to be on June 30 Poland Presbyterian Church’s annual Strawberry Festival will
Austintown Police arrest another in prostitution sting
Arrest marks the third this week related to prostitution
SPORTS digest
Modifieds coming to Sharon Speedway Hartford The Hovis Auto & Truck Supply Big-Block Modifieds,
Trump administration’s numbers in budget blueprint don’t add up
Opinion: The Trump administration got caught attempting to commit fake math recently. It didn’t succeed.
Children prepare for movie release
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown library hosted a “Diary of a Wimpy
POLICE BLOTTER
May 15 Protection order: A protection order was violated when gifts were sent at a home in the
Jackie Sipe and Andrew Cappucci plan wedding
The parents of Jackie Sipe and Andrew Cappucci are announcing the couple’s engagement. Her parents
BMA band receives high ratings
Approximately 60 Boardman Middle School band/orchestra students in grades 7 and 8 performed in the
Trash and treasures help raise money
Austintown Night Out hosted its annual fundraiser on May 20 at Austintown Park and decided to try something different.
Boardman Community Briefs
Knitting Guild celebrates with Knit-In To celebrate World Wide Knit in Public day the Western
Valley seniors honored at scholarship breakfast
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com A recognition breakfast took place to honor the recipients
BHS students showcase artistic skills
Boardman High School students showcased their artwork during the 65th annual Boardman High School Art Show on May 18.
Mother Nature visits residents and children for Arbor Day
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Residents from Beeghly Oaks Rehabilitation Center
John and Trish Doherty celebrate 50th anniversary
John and Trish Doherty of Belmont, formerly of Boardman, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Miss Cerimele, Mr. Kelly will marry in June
Elizabeth Cerimele and Ryan Kelly, both of Youngstown will exchange vows at noon June 10 at Our Lady
May 19
May 19 Drugs: The Ohio State Highway Patrol on Boardman-Canfield Road relinquished custody of
Butler to compete at state level
The Boardman boys track team will send senior Chris Butler to the 2017 OHSAA State Championship at
Hispanic culture celebrated at Ursuline
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Ursuline High School celebrated Hispanic
Patriot's Day celebrated by local Sons of American Revolution
The Mahoning Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution gathered at Davidson’s restaurant
Amanda Libbey v Mike Bailey
Amanda Libbey and Mike Bailey of Canfield were joined in marriage Nov. 5, 2016, in a ceremony
Melissa Love to become bride of Jesse Hutchinson
Richard and Cheryl Love of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Love,
CHS inducts students into National Honor Society
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School had its annual National Honor Society
Austintown Community Briefs
IHM Run Festival to be June 8 This is the annual 5K run that gets the local community festival off
CHS seniors participate in 37th annual Civic Day
The 37th annual Civic Day, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Canfield, took place with 39 Canfield High School juniors and seniors assuming the roles of city, township and school officials on May 5.
Hilltop celebrates students at appreciation day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School had their own day
DAWG Day promotes health and wellness at Dobbins
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Dobbins third- and fourth-grade students were
Children create caterpillar crafts
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Several children crawled their way into the
Thursday, June 1 (120 stories)
Former Campbell Mayor VanSuch dies at 76
Friends remember William J. VanSuch, former Campbell mayor, for his decades of public service. He died early Thursday at age 76.
May brought mixed news for GM Lordstown
May was a mixed month for news at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex.
3 Mahoning Dems to be removed from leadership for backing independent
Three Youngstown council members who back Sean McKinney, an independent mayoral candidate, will be removed early next week from Mahoning County Democratic Party’s executive committee because they don’t support Jamael Tito Brown, the party’s nominee.
Niles woman arrested in Austintown prostitution sting
Township police arrested another woman in a prostitution sting operation Wednesday.
Man who killed Newton Falls bicyclist gets 33 days, fine, suspension, community service
Saying there was “no evidence” that Donald S. Bryant was impaired when he hit a bicyclist on Holcomb Road in Newton Township Sept. 26, Judge Philip Vigorito sentenced Bryant to 33 days in Trumbull County Jail Thursday.
SMARTS becomes standalone community art school downtown Youngstown
After a four-year hiatus, the SMARTS program returned in a newly renovated downtown building.
Proposed state bill that could silence Mill Creek critics back on table
A legislative proposal that would impact park districts such as Mill Creek MetroParks is back under consideration by the Ohio House of Representatives.
Annual book sale and silent auction in East Palestine is Friday and Saturday
Annual book sale and silent auction in East Palestine is Friday and Saturday
President Trump mentions Youngstown in U.S. withdrawal from climate pact
President Trump mentions Youngstown in U.S. withdrawal from climate pact
UPDATE | Trump abandons climate pact; Obama rejects the move
White House informing allies Trump will abandon climate pact
Case continued for former Traficant aide charged with theft
Case continued for former Traficant aide charged with theft
Southington motorcyclist injured in Farmington Township accident
Southington motorcyclist injured in Farmington Township accident
Champion will play for state baseball championship
Champion baseball will play for state championship
UPDATE | Ohio’s lieutenant governor reveals sons’ opioid addictions
Ohio’s lieutenant governor reveals sons’ opiate addictions
Online game Words with Friends adds ’covfefe’ to its list
Online game Words with Friends adds ’covfefe’ to its list
Trump rejects moving Israel embassy to Jerusalem — for now
Trump rejects moving Israel embassy to Jerusalem — for now
UPDATE | Cruze up, GM down; Nissan, Ford report auto sales gains
Nissan, Ford report May US sales gains, GM down
Woman, 25, faces charges in Austintown prostitution sting
Woman, 25, faces charges in Austintown prostitution sting
Putin: Russian state has never been involved in hacking
Putin: Russian state has never been involved in hacking
Mahoning commissioners OK $2.6M treatment plant upgrade
Mahoning commissioners OK $2.6M treatment plant upgrade
Crews look for 2 workers after fatal blast at Wisconsin mill
Crews look for 2 workers after fatal blast at Wisconsin mill
You're Out !! - Mets fire mascot who gave fan the middle finger
New York’s funny-looking mascot flashed his “middle” finger at a fan during Wednesday night’s 7-1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, and the team says the employee who did it won’t work in the costume again.
Wounded Philly councilman expected to return home soon
The Latest: Wounded councilman expected to return home soon
Bob Seger to kick off ’Runaway Train’ tour in August
Bob Seger to kick off ’Runaway Train’ tour in August
Gries anniversary correction
Gries anniversary correction YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gries were married June 3, 1967, at
Ultimate party host Joe Mineo LIVE NOW on vindy.com — 8-9 a.m.
Valley native Joe Mineo will be live on vindy.com radio from 8-9 am this morning.
Warren investigating another death involving head trauma of boy, 3
The Warren Police Department has another death to investigate involving a boy, 3, who suffered blunt-force trauma to the head.
NBA’s first three-match begins tonight
The Cavaliers and Warriors are meeting in the NBA Finals for the third straight year.
Warren man charged with kicking puppy to death
Maurice U. Brown, 23, faces a felony charge under a new state law.
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Flashes back at state for first time since ’05
Champion looks to match softball By charles Grove cgrove@vindy.com NILES As Thin Lizzy
Boardman police investigating $200K theft from business
The Boardman company reported that an employee embezzled $200K.
SPORTS digest || Baker completes successful NCAA career
Abby Baker, a Canfield graduate, was one of two seniors who were part of the winningest class in Wittenberg University softball history.
Penguins take commanding 2-0 series lead over Predators
Jake Guentzel’s double powers Pens past Preds
MCCTC, Choffin to share students, services, save money
MCCTC and Choffin offer students at both centers more career-tech options.
Strand Project returns for second act in Struthers
IF YOU GO ÔøΩSHrSWhat: The Strand Project ÔøΩSHrSWhere: Selah restaurant’s cabaret room, 130 S.
Howland’s 221 graduates in Class of 2017 represent diversity ... Passion, compassion
The commencement ceremony was conducted at W.D. Packard Music Hall in Warren.
Akron Children’s unveils locally-created sculpture in new Beeghly campus building
New Akron Children’s building features 150 pieces of art from local students
Local Vindy Spelling Bee winner eliminated from national contest
Macey Stancato is eliminated after incorrectly spelling the word “neurasthenic”
Healthy Babies Block Party is Saturday on South Side
The event is from noon to 3 p.m. at the Youngstown Boys & Girls Club on Oak Hill Avenue3
Lifeguards needed so Northside pool can open
Local kids jump into the Northside Pool, causing quite a splash in this Vindicator file photo. On hot days, the pool can draw 300 swimmers, but six to seven lifeguards are needed to operate it for the season. Only one application has been received this year.
AUDITIONS
ACTORS “9 to 5,” The Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., Salem. Auditions are Sunday and
US pending home sales fell again in April
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans retreated from signing contracts to buy homes in April for
Police training stresses sensitivity
Opinion: By James Ragland The Dallas Morning News I’ve had some thoughtful conversations in recent weeks
Expert: Woods made mistake issuing statement
Associated Press DUBLIN, OHIO Another public embarrassment for Tiger Woods is shifting to the
Trump pledges $300M to fight famine in Africa
Editorial: Lost in the controversies that plagued President Donald J. Trump’s first trip abroad was the
Philly’s ‘Rocky’ statue closed 2 weeks
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Yo, tourists! The Rocky statue in Philadelphia is off-limits once
Clinton reveals liberal blind spots
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View Speaking at Wellesley College Friday, Hillary Clinton recalled
Diamondbacks beat Pirates in extra-inning marathon
Pittsburgh comes back twice, but can’t complete comeback
City gets $200K grant for vacant properties
City gets $200K grant for vacant properties YOUNGSTOWN The city will receive a $200,000 U.S.
Closed for roadwork
Closed for roadwork VIENNA Sodom Hutchings Road, approximately one mile south of King Graves
Death toll at 90 in suicide bombing in Afghan capital
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan A suicide attacker struck the fortified heart of the Afghan
Around the Horn Wednesday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Astros 17, Twins 6 MINNEAPOLIS George Springer reached base in all six plate
Analysts: Leaving climate deal likely wouldn’t add jobs
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has declared that abandoning the Paris
WTG
Today Outdoor Music Guys Without Ties, 7 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Captain Underpants (PG) Cinema South: Fri.-Thu. 11:20 a.m., 1:50, 6:30 Cinema
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mill Creek MetroParks Board of Park Commissioners, 10:30 a.m., community engagement
This plant is a must for butterfly gardens Milkweed & monarchs
By Katie Kane Shipka Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Milkweed is a must for any butterfly
Review: ’Wonder Woman’ film and star live up to the name
The movie rises with powerful grace above the noise.
‘Feelin’ Groovy’ at Dutch Village
‘Feelin’ Groovy’ at Dutch Village “Feelin’ Groovy,” a concert of songs from the 1960s and 1970s,
Eliminating Canada thistle
Q. What is this plant? Bob from Lowellville A. Bob sent a great photo of the most dreaded weed
Touching the sun
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. A NASA spacecraft will aim straight for the sun next year
NBA Finals, (ABC, 9 p.m.): Hoop dreams are on the line as the NBA Finals get under way. The
NBA Finals, (ABC, 9 p.m.): Hoop dreams are on the line as the NBA Finals get under way. The
Is it good, or bad?
Is it good, or bad? Our first instinct may be to squash a bug, but it may be a good insect that’s
Get creative with edible flowers and herbs
By Lucia Haddad OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Do you love the bright color of flowers, but
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
Stocks slide further as banks and energy companies sink
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes edged lower for the second day in a row
Committee issues subpoenas; Comey OK’d to testify
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House intelligence committee said Wednesday it is issuing
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Family Tour Thursdays
Family Tour Thursdays When: Today, 10 to 11:30 a.m. What: Every Thursday through the summer
Playhouse ends season with ‘Tuna’
IF YOU GO What: “Greater Tuna” Where: Youngstown Playhouse When: June 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17 at
Pelley out as ‘CBS Evening News’ anchor
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Scott Pelley is out as “CBS Evening News”
NIGHTLIFE
ÔøΩSHrSBarrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Sat: Teddy Pantelas Trio, 9 p.m.
NBC about ‘This is Us’ change: Never mind
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK NBC now says “never mind” to its bold scheduling
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 1
Today is Thursday, June 1, the 152nd day of 2017. There are 213 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Judges overstep bounds
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Donald Trump is unfit to be president, it is said, and, sure
Arrested, missing activists spark criticism of Trump
Associated Press SHANGHAI The arrest and disappearance of three labor activists investigating a
16-year-old girl accused of hacking driver to death
16-year-old girl accused of hacking driver to death LINCOLNWOOD, Ill. A 16-year-old girl
Still mourning dad, Johnson edges his way into Round 3
Associated Press PARIS Steve Johnson held everything in, all of it, until he simply could not
Trump to announce decision on Paris climate pact today
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump says he will announce his decision on whether
Carson to ramp up public profile
Associated Press WASHINGTON Ben Carson was one of the biggest names to join Donald Trump’s
Austintown man to plead guilty to three bank robberies
Suspect was captured shortly after Canfield bank robbery in February
ON AREA DIAMOND Wednesday’s Class B scores
16U DuraEdge 6 Landsharks 1 Jake Bowen had two hits and scored twice, Jorge Leedham had three
Trump sets Twitter abuzz with ‘covfefe’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Covfefe (cuv-fey-fey) noun: A sure sign that President Donald Trump
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Tabani Group buys Southland Crossings center BOARDMAN The Tabani Group, a Dallas-based full-
Boardman DQ owners retiring
Dean and Mary K. Paidas are no longer in the business of making the perfect curl atop ice cream cones and flipping Blizzards.
Browns Myles Garrett still on sidelinesSFlb
Cleveland won’t specify top pick’s injury Associated Press BEREA Myles Garrett wore a
They got their ‘wishh:’ pair arrested for prostitution
The man arranged to transport prostitutes for gas money or sex, police say
STATE TRACK AREA QUALIFIERS
DIVISION I AUSTINTOWN FITCH Lauren Dolak — 800 (2:12.29) Brent Fairbanks — discus (177-11)
The Memorial is a home game only by location for Day
Associated Press DUBLIN, OHIO The Memorial has all the trappings of a home event for Jason Day.
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