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Wednesday, May 31 (95 stories)
Theft suspect: I needed firm's money because I'm living beyond my means
A woman who reportedly admitted to stealing about $200,000 from her company said she needed the money because she’s been “living beyond [her] means.”
Certified lifeguards needed for North Side pool
The Northside Swimming Pool may not open this year as the city struggles to hire certified lifeguards.
Vindicator Bee champ down on 'neurasthenic' today at national Bee
A West Branch student took an early exit in the preliminary section of the 90th Scripps National Spelling Bee in the nation’s capital.
Youngstown officer's change of course saves woman from fire
Detective Sgt. Ed Kenney decided to go west rather than east Tuesday, and the decision led to him getting a woman out of a burning home.
Maurice Brown accused of kicking 8-week-old pup to death
A Chestnut Avenue man faces a felony charge under a new state law after being accused of kicking a puppy to death.
Dr. Louise Hayes to speak at Saturday event about infant mortality
Youngstown pediatrician Dr. Louise Hayes is the featured speaker for the Greater Youngstown Community Dialogue on Racism’s Healthy Babies Block Party Saturday at the Youngstown Boys & Girls Club, 2105 Oak Hill Ave.
Choffin, MCCTC to share students, services next school year
Choffin Career and Mahoning County Career and Technical centers will share students and services for the 2017-18 school year.
Baby hippo Fiona makes her media debut at zoo, explores pool
A popular baby hippo at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden has made its news media debut.
Flynn, Trump's personal lawyer, businesses being subpoenaed in Russia probe
The House intelligence committee said today it is issuing subpoenas for former national security adviser Michael Flynn and President Donald Trump's personal lawyer, Michael Cohen, as well as their businesses, as part of its investigation into Russian activities during last year's election.
Youngstown gets $200K federal grant to redevelop vacant properties
Youngstown gets $200K federal grant to redevelop vacant properties
Choffin, MCCTC to share services in 2017-18 school year
Choffin, MCCTC to share services in 2017-18 school year
Judge orders recess as witness breaks down in Hackett trial
Judge orders recess as witness breaks down in Hackett trial
UPDATE | Bombing in diplomatic area of Kabul kills 90, wounds scores
Bombing in diplomatic area of Kabul kills 90, wounds scores
Warren police investigating 3-year-old boy's death
Warren police investigating 3-year-old boy's death
Wanted: Lifeguards (Otherwise, Northside Pool may not open)
Wanted: Lifeguards (Otherwise, Northside Pool may not open)
Vindicator spelling bee champ eliminated from national contest
Vindicator spelling bee champ eliminated from national contest
Police on scene at North Side crash
Police are on the scene of a traffic accident at Logan and Tod avenues on the North Side that resulted in a pole being taken down with electrical wires.
Small coffee shop runs afoul with Dunkin Donuts
Dunkin’ Donuts sends cease-and-desist to local coffee shop
Police: Physician arrested at Trump hotel in DC with 2 guns
Police: Physician arrested at Trump hotel in DC with 2 guns
A dozen dogs infected with flu that spread at Florida shows
A dozen dogs infected with flu that spread at Florida shows
Girl gets rabies shot after being bitten by coyote at park
Girl gets rabies shot after being bitten by coyote at park
They got their 'wishh:' Prostitution sting nets pair
They got their 'wishh:' Prostitution sting nets pair
Official says Trump expected to pull US from climate deal
Official says Trump expected to pull US from Paris deal
Markets Right Now: Technology stocks gain in early trading
Markets Right Now: Technology stocks gain in early trading
Would-be dollar store thief strikes manager, gets away
Would-be dollar store thief strikes manager, gets away
Automatic door slows — but doesn't stop — dollar store thief
Automatic door slows — but doesn't stop — dollar store thief
Officer credited with saving woman from South Side fire
Officer credited with saving woman from city fire
Ohio school district fights high chronic absenteeism rates
Ohio school district fights high chronic absenteeism rates
Bombing in diplomatic area of Kabul kills 80, wounds scores
Bombing in diplomatic area of Kabul kills 80, wounds scores
Vigorito failed to teach scheduled water operator classes, document says
Applicants paid $100 each; required classes were not taught; and tests were issued with answer sheets to get fraudulent certificates, bill says.
Revamping Summer Festival of the Arts
Youngstown community leaders banded together to revamp a bigger and better Summer Festival of the Arts Weekend
Wedding planning apps help plan your big day
Weddings are big business. According to a survey by The Knot, the average wedding costs more than
Grant backs Lowellville businesses looking to spruce up
Matching funds available for downtown revitalization
LeBron James starts seventh straight NBA finals
James will face the end of his career one day. Just not anytime soon
Former U.S. Attorney Steve Dettelbach announces candidacy for Ohio Attorney General
Steve Dettelbach, a former U.S. Attorney for Cleveland, will run for Ohio Attorney General
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 31
Today is Wednesday, May 31, the 151st day of 2017. There are 214 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
PGA commish debates moving Championship
It’s not as simple as shifting a couple of tournaments on the PGA Tour schedule
AG: Trumbull County can’t provide water operator to West Farmington
A legal opinion from the Ohio Attorney general’s office to the Trumbull County prosecutor’s office suggests that the county commissioners did not have legal authority several months ago to provide a licensed water-plant operator to the village of West Farmington when it did so to keep the plant operating.
Sweet Melissa's Good Eats
Although Sweet Melissa's Good Eats only opened about ten weeks ago, already the Boardman restaurant is a bustling place during lunch hour.
portland, ore. Unease about white supremacy grows after stabbings
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Unease about white supremacist activity in Portland deepened
washington Top Trump aide exits; broader shake-up brewing?
Associated Press WASHINGTON A top communications aide to President Donald Trump is exiting the
Arrested on warrant
Arrested on warrant Austintown Steven Cortez, 36, of Austintown was arrested by township police
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., board meeting, commissioners’ hearing
Cop who killed Tamir Rice fired for omission on job application
Associated Press CLEVELAND The police officer who shot and killed Tamir Rice was fired Tuesday
‘Wonder Woman’ Flipping the superhero script
By Ryan Faughnder Los Angeles Times (TNS) Diana, princess of the Amazons, better known as Wonder
The top selling albums on iTunes for the most recently ended week:
The top selling albums on iTunes for the most recently ended week: v“Harry Styles,” Harry Styles
Kushner’s talks as back-channel diplomacy explained
Associated Press WASHINGTON Smart diplomacy or inappropriate and possibly illegal? Jared
Warren man files lawsuit against police officers for broken arm
Warren man files lawsuit against police officers for broken arm
Series of bombings kill at least 38 people in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD A massive bombing by the Islamic State group outside a popular ice-
UN chief urges action on climate change
Associated Press NEW YORK U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is making an impassioned
Vallourec promotes importance at safety at local plants
Tuesday was “Safety Day” for Vallourec. More than 18,000 employees — 550 locally — stand down operations to talk about the importance of safety.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital William and Shana Craig-Yardas, Youngstown, boy, May 29.
Pentagon declares success for key test of missile defense
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon scored an important success Tuesday in a test of its
US consumer spending and incomes grew solidly in April
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans increased their spending in April at the fastest pace in
Banks pull stocks away from records
Associated Press NEW YORK A seven-day winning streak for stocks came to a quiet end Tuesday as
Justices to hear Ohio appeal over purging voter rolls
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to decide whether Ohio
Ohio Supreme Court affirms death penalty for Donna Roberts
The Ohio Supreme has Court affirmed imposition of the death penalty on Donna Roberts, 72, who conspired with Nathaniel Jackson to kill her ex-husband, Robert Fingerhut, with whom she had been living in Howland Township.
SPRING SPORTS
SPRING SPORTS Baseball, softball honorees NORTHEASTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE BASEBALL first
The Simple Greek now open in Boardman
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday The Simple Greek will have $1 gyros.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon cutting YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
Austintown Police ask for public help, urge caution in cemetery larceny
Purse stealing thief still free after cemetery larceny
Woman faces charge of making false alarm
Woman faces charge of making false alarm BOARDMAN A Youngstown woman faces a criminal charge
Police: Armed man at Orlando airport in custody; no one hurt
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Authorities believe a gunman reported at the Orlando
Around the horn
Around the horn Tuesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Orioles 3 BALTIMORE
Pa. man charged with assault at Brookfield Subway
The Meadville, Pa., is in the Trumbull County jail on a $26,500 bond
SANDLOT BASEBALL
SANDLOT BASEBALL Games at Bob Cene Park Little b Creekside Fitness 11, Rudzik Excavating 5
Saudis not to be trusted
Opinion: Trusting Saudi Arabia to combat terrorists and extremists and “drive them out,” as President Trump
Rx for drug crimes at VA: Crack down on offenders
Editorial: An exclusive investigative report from the Associated Press published on Page 1 of The Vindicator
Trump’s dead-on-arrival budget has several noteworthy elements
Opinion: By Albert R. HUNT Bloomberg View It’s easy to see why President Donald Trump was 6,000 miles
Confederate past belongs in museums
Opinion: By Yohuru Williams Tribune News Service When New Orleans officials removed the statue of
Tuesday, May 30 (96 stories)
Analysts: May auto sales expected to be flat, down
Analysts: May auto sales expected to be flat, down
Trump's use of private cellphone raises security concerns
Trump's use of private cellphone raises security concerns
East Liverpool man wins lotto prize of $25K for life
East Liverpool man wins Ohio Lotto prize of $25K for life
Warren students tour the town playing ukuleles
The Jefferson Ukulele Orchestra – based out of Jefferson PK-8 in Warren – now in its second year
OSHP investigating car, tractor-trailer crash in Liberty
OSHP investigating car, tractor-trailer crash in Liberty
$300K grant backs Lowellville businesses, downtown revitalization
$300K grant backs Lowellville businesses, downtown revitalization
Greek-cuisine restaurant opens Thursday in Boardman
Greek-cuisine restaurant opens Thursday in Boardman
AP source: Flynn agrees to provide documents to Senate panel
AP source: Flynn agrees to provide documents to Senate panel
Pair bogeys on excuse for being in golf parking lot; police find drugs
Pair bogeys on excuse for being in golf parking lot; police find drugs
Congressional redistricting in Ohio takes another step ahead
Congressional redistricting in Ohio takes another step ahead
O’Reilly blames ouster on ideology, culture with ’no rules’
O’Reilly blames ouster on ideology, culture with ’no rules’
UPDATE | If you had invested $10,000 with Amazon in 1997, you'd have $5M today
Amazon joins the $1,000 club
UPDATE | Officer who shot Tamir Rice is fired in unrelated matter
Officer who shot Tamir Rice is fired in unrelated matter
Democrats aim to keep focus on Trump’s meeting with Russians
Democrats aim to keep focus on Trump’s meeting with Russians
7 arraigned after Memorial Day weekend OVI citations
7 arraigned after Memorial Day weekend OVI citations
Michigan detective sickened, office evacuated after testing
Michigan detective sickened, office evacuated after testing
White House communications director resigns amid tensions
White House communications director resigns amid tensions
Windows shattered at Ky. newspaper; bullet damage found
Windows shattered at Herald-Leader building; suspected bullet damage found
Town that denied mosque will pay Islamic group $3.25M
Town that denied mosque permit to pay Islamic group $3.25M
Suspect in Portland slayings to appear in court
Suspect in Portland light rail slayings to appear in court
Man faces drugs charges after being treated for OD
Man faces drugs charges after being treated for OD
Police arrest man in bullet-proof vest on firearms charges
Police arrest man in bullet-proof vest on firearms charges
Owner says Three Mile Island plant to shut down in 2019
Owner says Three Mile Island plant to shut down in 2019
Nighttime, early morning bombings in Baghdad kill 31
Nighttime, early morning bombings in Baghdad kill 31
Valiant or violent: Man faces assault charge in Subway fracas
Valiant or violent: Man faces assault charge in Subway fracas
Keyboardist will headline YSU's Summer Festival of the Arts
Keyboardist will headline YSU's Summer Festival of the Arts
Consumer confidence slips in May but still at high levels
Consumer confidence slips in May but still at high levels
Proxy fight over GM stock heats up ahead of annual meeting
Proxy fight over GM stock heats up ahead of annual meeting
Conflicting reports follow Sunday shooting in city
Conflicting reports follow Sunday shooting in city
Supreme Court affirms Donna Roberts' death penalty sentence
Supreme Court affirms Donna Roberts' death penalty sentence
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1977 will have its 40th reunion from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 2 at
Boardman High School student wins top prize in national video contest
Boardman senior wins $2,000 scholarship from Cleveland law firm
Cutch in the clutch: Bucs win
The face of the Pittsburgh Pirates still has some fireworks in his bat.
Drug counselor helps people see the ‘addict in all of us’
Drug counselor helps people see the ‘addict in all of us’
Valley natives lead the March for Truth
Valley natives will be at the head of the next march on Washington
Carrasco pitches Tribe past Athletics
Carlos Carrasco (5-2) took a shutout into the seventh in winning his third straight decision
Guentzel beats Rinne as Penguins take opener
Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final was a back-and-forth affair.
MetroParks offers adaptive tennis for people with disabilities
Mill Creek MetroParks to expand adaptive program offerings
Cool Hand Lue keeps Cavs calm
The former assistant has blossomed in no time into one of the league’s brightest young head coaches.
Eagle Scout project completed for holiday
Staff report NEW MIDDLETOWN Jarrett Orbin of Boy Scout Troop 119, 15, of New Springfield,
Hailing War Heroes
This parade in Boardman on Memorial Day honored those who made the supreme sacrifice in war.
US infrastructure not crumbling
Opinion: By Robert Krol Tribune News Service Interstate 85 reopened in Atlanta earlier this month, six
Beware the bad guys
Opinion: By Steven P. BUCCI The Heritage Foundation News about the WannaCry ransomware infestation that
Physical attack on reporter reflects a disturbing trend
Editorial: When the president of the United States accuses the news media of being the enemy of the American
Staff report
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two Youngstown State University students died in accidents last week.
Award-winning sportswriter Deford dies at 78
Frank Deford was a six-time Sports Writer of the Year and a member of the National Association of Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame.
Trump heaps praise on fallen US soldiers, their families at Arlington Cemetery event
Associated Press ARLINGTON, Va. President Donald Trump on Monday expressed the nation’s
Feds probe suspected thefts of opioids by VA staff across US
Associated Press Exclusive WASHINGTON Federal authorities are investigating dozens of new cases
AP fact check Medicaid targeted for cuts despite assurance
Editor’s note: A look at the veracity of claims by public figures By JOSH BOAK AP Economics
McConnell juggles diverse demands on GOP health bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON For Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, writing a Republican-only
Lime slice stopped massive muscle cramp
Q. My wife told me about the mustard cure for muscle cramps some time ago. Last week, I participated
Dillon joining pack of rising young guns
The horde of 20-somethings and teenagers like Chase Elliott, Erik Jones and William Byron poised to take over NASCAR seems to grow larger every week.
Huddersfield wins game, promotion
Associated Press LONDON Huddersfield Town will play in England’s top division for the first time
Time to revisit family sun protection
By Emily Perschbacher Chicago Tribune (TNS) Spring sunshine is finally here, and summer is fast
“Wonder Woman” opens this week in movie theaters. To get ready for the latest superhero
“Wonder Woman” opens this week in movie theaters. To get ready for the latest superhero film, here
Buckeyes fall in lacrosse title game
After back-to-back heartbreaks in the last two title games extended decades of frustration, Maryland was finally able to celebrate.
SANDLOT BASEBALL Recent games at Bob Cene Park
CLASS B Astro Falcons 11, Roth Brothers 0 The Astro Falcons scored early and often on Memorial
Ohioans buy Mich. medical pot ahead of rules being set
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohioans wanting medical marijuana have been crossing the border into
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 30
Today is Tuesday, May 30, the 150th day of 2017. There are 215 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Djokovic has new coach in Agassi
Andre Agassi watched Novak Djokovic’s first-round French Open match.
Youngstown city school district STEM summer camp opportunities
Breakfast, lunch and busing will be provided and there is no charge to students or their families
Get ready for a very busy travel season; airlines could set record
Associated Press DALLAS If you’re planning a big vacation trip this summer, move over. You’re
Boardman quiz team excels at event
Boardman quiz team excels at event BOARDMAN Boardman High School ranked better than 183 schools
Teen dies shielding cousin from gunfire
Associated Press BROOKHAVEN, MISS. It was after midnight when a gunman burst into the living
Love Life Foundation plans Running canvas event for July 1
Love Life Foundation plans Running canvas event for July 1
Macron flexes diplomatic muscle in Putin meeting
Associated Press VERSAILLES, FRANCE Flexing his diplomatic muscles, French President Emmanuel
Help Hotline receives one-year, $44K grant
Help Hotline receives one-year, $44K grant YOUNGSTOWN Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc. has been
De Niro: Once inspiring, US now tragic dumb comedy
De Niro: Once inspiring, US now tragic dumb comedy PROVIDENCE, R.I. Robert De Niro says that “in
Ohio drivers see lower gas prices
Ohio drivers see lower gas prices COLUMBUS The end of the long weekend for Memorial Day has
Ohio listed as top state in monitoring prescription drugs
Ohio listed as top state in monitoring prescription drugs COLUMBUS The American Medical
Hundreds protest Texas law against ‘sanctuary cities’
Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS Hundreds of protesters opposing Texas’ tough new anti-“sanctuary
Bill would gut consumer protections
Opinion: By Orson Aguilar Tribune News Service Do you have a bank account? A credit card? Any dealings
Monday, May 29 (55 stories)
Medical Alliance president installed
Medical Alliance president installed Youngstown Tammy Engle was installed as the 78th president
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Canfield Republican Women’s Club is sponsoring a quarter auction June 7 at the Shrine
Memories of brave soldiers permeate Boardman Memorial Day observance
A ceremony took place in Boardman Park, preceded by a parade
Boardman Quiz Bowl team fares well at national tournament this weekend
The Spartan squad topped 183 other teams from across the United States and China
Show ponies in Memorial Day parade rush into crowd, injure three
The ponies were believed to have been startled by children throwing tennis balls
Motorists kill four pedestrians in NE Ohio
The accidents took place in Akron and Cleveland over the Memorial Day holiday weekend
More Ohioans travel to Michigan to get medical marijuana
Chances of prosecution are negligible, authorities say
Award-winning sports writer Frank DeFord dies at 78
He served as a contributor for 37 years on NPR's "Morning Edition"
President Trump marks Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery
He expressed this nation's "boundless" gratitude for its war dead
Tiger Woods jailed, released on DUI charge in Florida
The pro golfer has not played for four months because of back surgery
Girard grads fete tradition, excellence
By SHAIYLA B. HAKEEM news@vindy.com GIRARD Cellphone selfies and emotional parents were all
Adversity proves effective teacher for 1 of Lowellville’s 44 graduates
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE David Durbin certainly didn’t follow a primrose
Graduation ceremonies galore: Ursuline, Mooney, Struthers, Girard, Lowellville
A sampling of Sunday's student graduates at five Valley high schools.
Mooney grads aim for new challenges
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Whatever direction Joan K. Reardon takes her interest
Vote due on extending high school baseball, softball seasons
Proposal would extend state finals to Father’s Day weekend
Police: Son kills father, self in front of wife, mother
Police: Son kills father, self in front of wife, mother MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. Authorities say a
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | Spring honorees
Inter Tri-county league all conference baseball red tier first team PITCHERS Dylan
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. All events are today.
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. All events are today. MAHONING COUNTY
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Pirates’ tops box office, ‘Baywatch’ sinks LOS ANGELES It was smooth sailing to
Gunman in Mississippi kills 8 after argument
Associated Press BROOKHAVEN, Miss. A man who got into an argument with his estranged wife and
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 6:30 p.m., special meeting, municipal building, 2538
Holiday has lost meaning for many Americans
Holiday has lost meaning for many Americans Associated Press ANNVILLE, Pa. Allison Jaslow
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 29
Today is Monday, May 29, the 149th day of 2017. There are 216 days left in the year. This is the
CARDINAL MOONEY
CARDINAL MOONEY Graduates: 95 National Honor Society members: 41 Valedictorian: Mark A.
VALLEY OVERDOSE DEATHS
VALLEY OVERDOSE DEATHS 2016 overdose deaths in the Mahoning Valley by county: Columbiana: 37
Oddly enough
Oddly enough House squatter answers door naked in Florida BIG PINE KEY, Fla. Authorities say
Kushner’s Russia ties are questioned
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional Democrats on Sunday demanded to hear directly from top
Philippine forces find corpses in city streets
Associated Press MARAWI, Philippines Philippine forces found corpses in the streets of a
STRUTHERS HIGH SCHOOL
STRUTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Graduates: 137 Valedictorians: Karli Shives, Madison Tomko, Tara Winebold
SANDLOT BASEBALL | Recent games at Bob Cene Park
Class B Roth Brothers 7, Roby Lees 1 Tyler Fitzsimmons had three hits with an RBI for Roth
Egyptian Christians recount horror
Associated Press CAIRO Video interviews with survivors of a deadly attack by Islamic militants
Boardman YMCA hosts Pickleball event
Boardman YMCA hosts Pickleball event BOARDMAN The Davis Family YMCA will sponsor a Pickleball
Poland Forest should be preserved in natural state
Opinion: Poland Forest should be preserved in natural state In 1934, Grace Butler donated to Poland Village
Dems seek vets in fight for House majority
Associated Press ATLANTA Democrats hope to enlist military veterans in another type of fight –
A SMARTS move
A SMARTS move YOUNGSTOWN SMARTS, Students Motivated by the Arts, will celebrate its transition
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Youngstown Marathon When: Sunday Where: The marathon begins and ends at Second
More arrests in Manchester attack
Associated Press LONDON British police made two more arrests and stormed three more locations
washington Trump eyes White House overhaul, expanding outside reinforcements
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is considering overhauling his White House
Budget caps not realistic
Opinion: By John Yarmuth CQ-Roll Call We begin the 2018 budget process facing arbitrary and irresponsible
Take time today to revere soldiers’ supreme sacrifices
Editorial: “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” That profound
Sunday, May 28 (71 stories)
Ohio budget proposal calls for $40M in aid, tax breaks to filmmakers
Several other states in the union have ended incentive programs to attract movie makers
Manchester police make more arrests in terrorist attack
As of Sunday night, 13 people are now in custody in connection with the bombing that killed 22 and injured more than 100 last Monday
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet at noon Friday at Lowellville City Hall Conference Room. Ernie
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Rotarian honored at district breakfast
Rotarian honored at district breakfast Columbiana Terry McCoy was awarded the Cliff Dochterman
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Nature Lovers will meet at 1 p.m. at L&M Greenhouse, 43091 Columbiana-Waterford Road,
Trump considers major staff shake-up to rein in Russia disclosures
Recent revelations dogged the president during his just-ended trip abroad
Struthers school board president hands daughter diploma
The Class of 2017 at the home of the Wildcats graduated 137 this afternoon.
Has America lost sight of Memorial Day's meaning? Many say yes
Visits to beaches and mattress stores upstage participation in solemn events, some argue
Dems question Kushner's Russia ties; Trump decries media 'lies'
Some suggest the president's son-in-law should have his security clearance revoked
'Pirates' soars, 'Baywatch' sinks at movie box office this weekend
The No. 1-ranked film starring Johnny Depp is forecast to rake in $76.6 million this weekend
Railroads fade away as coal industry suffers
A pro-coal president and governor in West Virginia have some confident of a rebound.
Family dispute ends in shooting deaths of 8 in Mississippi
'I ain't fit to live,' the shooting suspect said upon his arrest
More than 4,000 Ohioans died of drug overdoses in 2016
Two hundred and twenty-seven of those deaths were in the Mahoning Valley, according to a newspaper survey of county coroners
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following activities: Monday,
SCHOOL’S OUT?: Several earn one more assignment
It’s safe to say few graduates enjoyed Saturday’s commencement ceremonies more than South Range’s Chris Herubin.
Vindicator spelling bee champion heads to national contest
Macey Stancato will compete in 90th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
2017 graduates of Poland High set bar high for future careers
For as long as she can remember, Nadine Jones has wanted to choose a career that had fairness for everyone as its core, a decision that was further solidified in her freshman year.
Delay didn’t faze state-bound Flashes
Pushing the game’s start from 10 a.m. to noon only delayed the inevitable — a Champion victory.
'We are a family,' Warren JFK grads say
Ask Jessica Crish and Joey Sidoti about their proudest high-school moments, and you’re likely to get a response that transcends having received an “A” on an algebra test or a trophy for an athletic accomplishment.
Lucas rallies in seventh to stun Mathews
The Mustangs led by a run with two outs in the seventh and the Cubs down to their last strike.
South Range graduates 119
Saturday’s commencement ceremony showcased nine valedictorians and one salutatorian.
YSU’s Zallow qualifies for NCAA nationals
Chad Zallow won his qualifying heat in the 110 hurdles in 13.68 seconds.
Cavaliers embrace their role as underdogs
Vegas is betting against them and the bookies are hardly alone.
Joe Mineo’s differences made Joe Mineo Creative
Seeing something different in his surroundings let Mineo see ways to create.
YSU singers made friends, memories on S. Korea trip
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The Dana Chorale of Youngstown State University made
BOOK REVIEW ‘Wolf Moon’ is quite chilling
By JEFF AYERS Associated Press “Full Wolf Moon” (Doubleday), by Lincoln Child One-half of the
NCAA title week brings back memories
Jonah Karzmer got a taste of the NCAA Championships at Kent State.
METRO DIGEST || Railroad museum open Saturdays
Railroad museum YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association will have regular
Local families recall their young lost in war
Chris and Bill Wortman of Champion place flags on the Sgt. Robert M. Carr Memorial Interchange sign, Wednesday, May 17, 2017 on Route 5 in Warren.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Packard Concert Band, 3 p.m.: This special concert (free
How to shoot great video
The era of the shoulder-mounted camcorder has come and gone. Yes, you can still find traditional
Bourdais will sit out today’s Indy 500
Sebastien Bourdais hit the wall at 227 mph and with 118 Gs of force.
The process of letting go
Opinion: This weekend is an exercise in letting go. I will be among the hundreds of parents letting go of
Uncle Sam: Not the oldest, but best known US symbol
Uncle Sam wearing a blue tailcoat with stars, red striped pants, a red striped top hat and sporting
Acupuncture: Is it better than surgery for knees?
Q. I am a doctor who has had dual meniscus knee surgeries. I found corticosteroid injection therapy
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Torch Awards set POLAND The Better Business Bureau serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
ENGINEERING CT Consultants Inc. recently announced the addition of Julie Thomas, PE, as a senior
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
Yoga on a Ferris wheel, near dolphins, helps make up ... NEW VEGAS NAMASTE
By REGINA GARCIA CANO Associated Press LAS VEGAS Surrounded by imposing Las Vegas hotel-
ROSEMOND: Stay the course when giving out discipline
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Our 18-year-old daughter is a month away from high-school graduation
Looted artifacts back in Italy
Associated Press NEW YORK Seven ancient statues and pottery vessels are headed back to their
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
DISSOLUTIONS ASKED Tammy Bricker, 5496 Jimtown Road, East Palestine,
Let taps play sunrise to sunset on Memorial Day
Opinion: Let taps play sunrise to sunset on Memorial Day It is with great hope that I ask your newspaper
Stanley Cup coaches will make NHL history
For the first time, two American coaches will face off in the final when the Nashville Predators’ Peter Laviolette goes up against the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Mike Sullivan.
Kushner back channel with Russia involved Syria, says source
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and now top White House adviser
Police: Suspect in stabbings had ranted about Muslims
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Police said they’ll examine what appears to be the extremist
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Bryan Danks of Youngstown aced the 178-yard No. 2 at Castle Hills in New Castle, Pa. He used a
area golf scores
bedford trails golf course Lady Players — Low gross: Diane Johnson 43. Low net: Nancy Yuscher 32.
COMMENCEMENTS From Trump to Oprah, speakers offer advice to grads
By COLLIN BINKLEY Associated Press BOSTON Oprah Winfrey told students to live with purpose.
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 28
Today is Sunday, May 28, the 148th day of 2017. There are 217 days left in the year.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
GOLF CALENDAR
JUNE Saturday — Leetonia SAL Scramble at Valley Golf Club. Cost is $120 per team plus cart fees
Trump’s budget proposal attracts bipartisan dissent
Editorial: It should come as no surprise that Democrats in Congress are unified in their opposition to the
Voter fraud panel is dangerous
Opinion: Washington’s preoccupation with Donald Trump’s tweets and the multiple probes into his campaign’s
Lottery is huge in Ohio
Opinion: Yes, the headline is stating the obvious about the Ohio Lottery, but recent developments in Columbus
Saturday, May 27 (73 stories)
5 Ohio teachers resign after leaving school camp to drink
Five Ohio teachers have resigned after they slipped out of a sixth-grade camping trip for drinks and dinner, school district officials announced Friday.
OVI checkpoints Saturday in Boardman
In addition, the task force also will conduct saturation patrols throughout the holiday weekend in various parts of Mahoning County.
Police: Woman locked her kids in car trunk while she shopped
A 39-year-old Utah woman has been arrested after she allegedly locked her two young children in her car's trunk while she went inside a Wal-Mart store to shop.
Emily Schlueter, Ethan Dovensky plan to marry
new springfield Michael and Julie Schleuter of New Springfield are announcing the engagement of
Miss Cerimele, Mr. Kelly will marry in June
YOUNGSTOWN Elizabeth Cerimele and Ryan Kelly, both of Youngstown will exchange vows at noon June
Valots celebrate 65th anniversary at Welshfield Inn
newton falls Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Valot, Newton Falls, will celebrate their 65th wedding
Family dinner marks Hadleys’ 50th anniversary
ADA, OHIO James and Melody Hadley of Ada, Ohio, celebrated their 50th anniversary April 22 in
The Gries’ will mark 50 years of marriage June 3
youngstown Edward and Katherine Gries of Youngstown will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary
Dinner party marks Senns’ 50th anniversary
AUSTINTOWN Robert and Anna May Senn of Austintown were honored for their 50th anniversary at a
Kushner proposed back channel with Russia to discuss Syria
President Donald Trump's son-in-law and now top White House adviser Jared Kushner proposed a secret back channel between the Kremlin and the Trump transition team during a December meeting with a leading Russian diplomat.
Robert and Phyllis Laskovics celebrate 65th anniversary
BESSEMER, PA Robert and Phyllis Laskovics of Bessemer, Pa., celebrated their 65 anniversary
Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown
A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township
Southern rock music legend Greg Allman dies at 69
He and his brother formed the nucleus of The Allman Brothers Band
Big fifth inning helps Mathews top St. Thomas Aquinas
The Mustangs used a six-run fifth inning to beat the Knights.
Do-over decision doesn’t hurt Butler
A collision during the 1600 resulted in the decision to re-run the race.
Colaluca takes aim at ‘small group’ of Austintown detractors
Social media played a role as Mentor appointment unraveled
Cleveland-Golden State NBA’s first ‘threematch’
Let the hype, and the waiting, begin: Game 1 isn’t until June 1.
Police gather to honor fallen officers
Twenty-six officers from nine departments have died in line of duty
Rescue Mission running club trains for inaugural Youngstown Marathon 5K
Rescue Mission running club trains for inaugural Youngstown Marathon 5K
WWE star Chris Jericho is also a rock star ANOTHER SMASHING HIT
By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer LANCASTER, Pa. Chris Jericho stood with his back to the
Disney park’s ‘Guardians’ is wild ride
Associated Press ANAHEIM, Calif. Stepping inside Disney’s latest theme park attraction,
Record Reviews
Justin Townes Earle Album: “Kids in the Street” Grade: A Justin Townes Earle seems to have put
MetroParks officials cut ribbon on new wet playground
Wick Recreation Area’s wet play area now open to the public
Underdog Dalton upsets West Reserve
The unexpected turn of events occurred Friday afternoon at Pipe Yard Stadium.
Canfield’s Rafoth takes no-hitter into 7th
The Cardinals beat Chagrin Falls in a D-II regional semifinal.
Chippewa’s Ellis outduels Crestview’s Dickey
The Chipps scored the game’s only run in the top of the seventh.
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Man carves wooden crosses for people facing hardships
By TANNER COLE The Hawk Eye BURLINGTON, Iowa John Bennett was recently lying in a hospital bed
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 27
Today is Saturday, May 27, the 147th day of 2017. There are 218 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Catholic Charities survey
Catholic Charities survey YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown recently
The state issued traffic advisories for roads in Mahoning and Trumbull counties
Among the projects are two in Liberty
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Young professionals YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will have a volunteer
If FBI wants to talk to Kushner, lawyer says he’s ready
Associated Press WASHINGTON If the FBI wants to talk to Jared Kushner about his Russian
City woman to be extradited to Missouri
City woman to be extradited to Missouri AUSTINTOWN A woman will be extradited to Missouri
Trump condemns attack on Coptic Christians in Egypt
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump vowed Friday to crush “evil organizations of
UK Labour leader links terror to wars as campaign resumes
Associated Press LONDON Four days after a suicide bombing plunged Britain into mourning,
All eyes on Alonso in wide-open field
Fernando Alonso has never raced on an oval before, never raced an Indy car and hasn’t done a rolling start in 20 years — and that was in a go-kart.
Ford’s ex-CEO leaves with $51.1M
Associated Press DETROIT Ford’s former CEO Mark Fields is leaving the company with an estimated
189 East High students celebrated their last hurrah of high school
‘Today is just another reminder that all the hard work is worth it,’ said Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel
Man has valid gun permit, but gun he had reported stolen
Eric Taylor’s problems began with a traffic stop on the South Side
Maturity, resilience power Pens
This team has learned over the last decade that nothing can be taken for granted.
What to look for when identifying birds
Identifying an unknown bird can be tricky, but there are several key characteristics to look for
What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for Memorial Day. Residents of communities not listed should check their
City, county, state and federal offices: Closed Monday. No mail delivery. Schools: Youngstown,
Message to Class of 2017
Opinion: The Record (Hackensack, N.J.): Commencement season is coming to an end at colleges, universities and
Classic time of year
Every year as the Saturday after Memorial Day draws near, bass anglers throughout the region begin
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Celebrate Life dance concert, 7 p.m.: An original dance concert and
Adviser differs with coal-loving president
Associated Press WASHINGTON The president’s chief economic adviser is casting doubt on the
MSWCD plans food plot, habitat seminar
MSWCD plans food plot, habitat seminar Canfield The Mahoning Soil & Water Conservation District
US growth better than estimate in first quarter
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy began 2017 with a whimper – though not quite as
foreign affairs Trump ‘evolving’ on climate action, White House says
Associated Press TAORMINA, Italy Forceful face-to-face talks this week with fellow world leaders
US durable goods orders fell for first time in five months
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. orders for long-lasting manufactured goods dropped in April
Austintown man leads police on 13-mile chase
Michael Hood didn’t believe ‘real police’ were chasing him
Leery of N. Korea, US plans 1st test of ICBM intercept
Associated Press WASHINGTON Preparing for North Korea’s growing threat, the Pentagon will try
Winners announced for MVHS preservation awards
Winners will be honored June 20 at Tyler Center downtown
MEMORIAL DAY Events schedule Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are on Monday, the official holiday.
MAHONING COUNTY Austintown: American Legion Post 301 Memorial Day Parade, 10:30 a.m., starts on
More records as US stocks rise for 7th day
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks made the tiniest of gains Friday as media companies and
As Trump announces famine aid, relief funds face big cuts
Associated Press WASHINGTON When President Donald Trump met Pope Francis this week, the U.S.
The Democratic National Committee chairman here June 9 in Boardman
Tom Perez will meet with local Democrats to see why many voted for Donald Trump
Chaney Campus
Chaney Campus Graduates: 67 Valedictorian: Victor Tenorio Salutatorians: Rayonna Booth and
GOP focus on lowering health premiums may undermine plan
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans trying to repeal and replace former President Barack
Warren Township man being held on $2 million bond in October shooting death
Warren Township man being held on $2 million bond in October shooting death
Boil alert, school closings in Campbell
Boil alert, school closings in Campbell CAMPBELL Campbell City Schools were closed Friday due to
‘Don’t ever limit your challenges, challenge your limits’
‘It ain’t about how hard you hit, its about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward’
Warren mother charged with child endangering after police found kids with ‘head to toe flea bites’
Warren mother charged with child endangering after police found kids with ‘head to toe flea bites’
NCAA TRACK | Youngstown State
Chad Zallow cruises to NCAA quarterfinals, three others compete LEXINGTON, KY. Youngstown State
Integration of Muslims essential to avoid Manchester-style attacks
Opinion: The suicide bombing in Manchester on Monday was a sickening reminder that the West still lives under
Save our great places
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords I’m writing this from Yellowstone National Park. Established in
Success of F-35 jet fuels global security, local jobs
Editorial: From VIRTUALLY all vantage points, the new Fifth Generation F-35 Lightning jet fighter soars as a
Friday, May 26 (112 stories)
Zbigniew Brzezinski, national security adviser to Carter, dead at 89
Zbigniew Brzezinski, national security adviser to Carter, dead at 89
Leery of N. Korea, US plans 1st test of ICBM intercept
Leery of N. Korea, US plans 1st test of ICBM intercept
Prosecutor: Charges to be filed for lead contamination
Prosecutor: Charges to be filed for lead contamination
Eager East graduates embark on their future
189 East High students celebrated their last hurrah of high school
Chaney graduates up for the next challenge
‘Don’t ever limit your challenges, challenge your limits’
Second Harvest benefits from Columbiana business customer appreciation day today
Second Harvest benefits from Columbiana business customer appreciation day today
Tom Perez, Dem National Committee chairman, in town June 9
Tom Perez, Dem National Committee chairman, in town June 9
$2M bond set for Warren Township man in October shooting death
$2M bond set for Warren Township man in October shooting death
Car knocked into building on Youngstown's South Side
Car knocked into building on Youngstown's South Side
US plans first test of ICBM intercept, with NKorea on mind
US plans first test of ICBM intercept, with NKorea on mind
Painting depicting Tamir Rice shooting withdrawn over outcry
Painting depicting Tamir Rice shooting withdrawn over outcry
States struggle with oversight of online charter schools
States struggle with oversight of online charter schools
Ohio man charged with making threats at Mexican restaurant
Ohio man charged with making threats at Mexican restaurant
US stocks slip as banks and technology companies decline
US stocks slip as banks and technology companies decline
Ohio humane officer fired after killing baby rabbits
Ohio humane officer fired after killing baby rabbits
Youngstown cops, paramedics treat 2 overdoses within 90 minutes Thursday
Youngstown cops, paramedics treat 2 overdoses within 90 minutes Thursday
Muslim man sues Little Caesars over pizza labeled 'halal'
Muslim man sues Little Caesars over pizza labeled 'halal'
Mahoning County police departments' memorial service underway
Mahoning County police departments' memorial service underway
OVI Task Force has sobriety checkpoints this weekend
OVI Task Force has sobriety checkpoints this weekend
City man goes to cash check, gets arrested for having stolen gun
City man goes to cash check, gets arrested for having stolen gun
Campbell school board has special meeting Saturday morning
Campbell school board has special meeting Saturday morning
BMW recalls 7-Series cars because doors can fly open
BMW recalls 7-Series cars because doors can fly open
Ohio troopers say 15-year-old boy was driving during fatal crash
Ohio troopers say 15-year-old boy was driving during fatal crash
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA will meet June 13 at A La Cart Catering in Canfield.
Militants attack Christians in Egypt, killing at least 26
Militants attack Christians in Egypt, killing at least 26
US growth in Q1 revised up to 1.2 pct. but still weak
US growth in Q1 revised up to 1.2 pct. but still weak
City of Hubbard cancels water-conservation advisory
City of Hubbard cancels water-conservation advisory
Pattinson, Sandler lead contenders at Cannes
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer CANNES, France It’s a long way from May in France to February in
YSU’s Harden advances in NCAA prelims
YSU freshman Collin Harden matched his own school record in the 400 hurdles.
CTNY’s ‘Wineskins’ wins award
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Catholic Television Network of Youngstown has received an award for
Boardman jazz bands ready for concert
Staff report BOARDMAN Boardman High School’s spring jazz concert will take place next Friday at
‘Baywatch’ drowns in raunchy gags NO DAY AT THE BEACH
By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer Of this, dear moviegoer, rest assured: Dwayne Johnson’s
Nova, Frazier lead Pirates over Braves
Ivan Nova pitched into the ninth inning and local favorite Adam Frazier hit a three-run homer.
Trumbull County mulls creation of council of governments
The first meeting will explain the need for a county council of governments
Family matters: Tennis in Cianciola’s genes
Canfield’s Tim Cianciola will met Mason’s Saiprakash Goli in a first-round state tennis match today.
Mill Creek MetroParks to open new wet playground in time for Memorial Day weekend
Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned at Wick Recreation Area
Colaluca not leaving Austintown for Mentor Public Schools
The superintendent’s tenure brought improvements and created turmoil
Back in the NBA Finals: Dominant Cavs crush Celtics
A third consecutive Cleveland-Golden State matchup in the NBA Finals is next.
Loew has June 9 fight show; Haskell-Nelson bouts are Saturday
Popo Salinas will meet Jairo Fernandez Vargas.
Locals dominate in shot put, relays at Fitch
Newton Falls and Salem athletes clinched state berths on Day 1 of the D-II meet.
Boardman Optimist Club gives away bicycles to contest winners
Two Boardman students win bicycles after creating bike-safety messages
Penguins outlast Senators to return to Stanley Cup Final.
The Penguins are trying to become the first team since the Detroit Red Wings in 1998 to win back-to-back titles.
Man gets 16-year prison sentence for attacks on two women
Does not speak at sentencing because of pending appeal
Mahoning County High School holds eighth commencement
Mahoning County High School holds eighth commencement
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kaila Pinghero and Jonathan Ambrose, Youngstown, boy, May
Austintown honors school lunch heroes
Austintown’s school nutrition employees wore their shirts that said “I’m a lunch lady, what’s your superpower?” on May 5 as they were honored for the fifth annual School Lunch Hero Day.
Surplus food/free meals
Surplus food/free meals Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., food giveaway, 9 to 11 a.m.
Congressional districts in Ohio give Republicans clear advantage
Opinion: For the better part of the past two decades, Ohio has been a Republican state. Currently, all
Trump a victim of leaks
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Let’s talk about anonymous leakers, about their frequent
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Jury rules man was hiring killer, not writing thriller LONDON A retired British
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v East Palestine Street Fair, 5 to 11 p.m.: Amusement rides and all
NEW CITIZENS Naturalization ceremony Judge Beth Smith of Mahoning County Domestic Relations Court addressed 15 news citizens at a naturalization ceremony at the county courthouse this week. Kathi
Ian Geoffey Witherington, United Kingdom, Poland Kshitiz Sagar Khanal, Nepal, Canfield Aurica
Probe: US bomb set off planted devices in Mosul
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States acknowledged Thursday that bombing an Iraqi
Man already in Trumbull jail for felonious indicted on separate murder charge
Man already in Trumbull jail for felonious indicted on separate murder charge
Trump blamed by some media watchers
Associated Press The case of Republican candidate Greg Gianforte, a Montana congressional
Trump travel ban blocked; fight headed for the Supreme Court
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban “speaks with vague words
MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday, the official holiday:
MAHONING COUNTY Austintown: American Legion Post 301 Memorial Day Parade, 10:30 a.m., starts on
CORRECTION
CORRECTION In Thursday’s World & Business section on page A10, a brief about the United Auto
Trump scolds fellow NATO leaders: Spend more for military
Associated Press BRUSSELS Surrounded by stone-faced allies, President Donald Trump rebuked
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 26
Today is Friday, May 26, the 146th day of 2017. There are 219 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD May
Leaks from bombing probe antagonize British officials
Associated Press NEW YORK The ongoing leaks of sensitive information that have been a hallmark
County engineer: Slow down traveling on Meridian Road
There will be lots of delays and congestion as Meridian improvements are underway
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Additional week added to Lordstown extended shutdown
To align supply of the Chevrolet Cruze with demand, another week in July of production downtime has been added at the GM Lordstown Assembly Complex
Ryan says lawmakers will meet new debt deadline
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Paul Ryan is assuring investors that Congress will
GOP senators say report complicates health-care bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans senators conceded Thursday that a scathing analysis of
Too few participants?
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Nathan Singletary is beyond the traditional retirement age,
Cheers to Fiona: Brewing company creates beer in honor of baby hippo
Associated Press CINCINNATI The Cincinnati Zoo’s prematurely born hippo named Fiona is getting a
Ford shuffles management team
Associated Press DETROIT Ford’s new CEO is shaking up the company’s senior management. The
New president at Farmers Trust
New president at Farmers Trust CANFIELD Farmers Trust Co. on Thursday announced the appointment
Felicia Fabis, Brandon Nunley plan wedding
POLAND Glenn and Mary Fabis of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Felicia
Nolder-Ward wedding will take place Aug. 19
BOARDMAN Cindy Ward and Greyson Nolder, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement. The
Austintown Community Briefs
Free breakfast and lunch program available for area children Austintown Local Schools, the Board
Boardman Community Briefs
Seminar offered on alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression There will be a free
prep sports at a glance
TRACK AND FIELD Division II Austintown Regional Top 4 Advance to State BOYS Team scores — 1.
METRO digest
Trial dates set for Sebring water official SEBRING James V. Bates, the former water-system
Action this weekend at Sharon Speedway
Action this weekend at Sharon Speedway hartford Sharon Speedway will see action this Saturday
mahoning county INDICTMENTS These people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury:
Jermaine Williams, 39, Swallow Street, Warren, two counts of assault and OVI. Jonathon Daviduk,
METRO digest
Man jumps into car, robs woman of $700 WARREN A 34-year-old city woman said she was robbed by an
State’s Opiate Action Team shines as a beacon of hope
Editorial: Hardly a day goes by when headlines fail to bombard readers with the latest disturbing and
Austintown police arrest pair in prostitution sting
Suspect told police she didn’t engage in sex, only stole money
Warren G. Harding High School Class of 2017 celebrates commencement
Warren G. Harding graduates collect their diplomas at Packard Music Hall
Johnson-Deley engagement is announced
Frank and Rina Deley of Boardman and Eric and Mary Johnson of Canfield are announcing the engagement
C.H. Campbell celebrates Earth Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In celebration of Earth Day, fourth-grade students at C.H.
Shakespeare day teaches dozens
Guests went back in time on April 26 at the Poland library to learn about William Shakespeare.
School board approves MCCTC school farm
The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center’s school Board approved the “MCCTC School Farm” at a
Fourth-grade foresters learn about Arbor Day
The Boardman Lions Club introduced the fourth-grade students of Boardman elementary schools to the Fourth-Grade Foresters program on April 28.
Boardman boys track to compete at regionals after taking fourth at districts
The Boardman boys track team will send seven athletes to the 2017 OHSAA Regional Championship after
Students raise money to help fellow classmates
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Seminary High School students worked
Mary Jo Lukach, Kyle Rowan plan July wedding
BOARDMAN Mary Beth and Raymond Lukach of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Poland Community Briefs
Seminar offered on alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression There will be a free
CHS students learn how to make Easter favorite
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School students in Terri Dance’s Nutrition
Canfield Community Briefs
Seminar offered on alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression There will be a free
Poland Sports Briefs
Fall sports parents meeting to be May 30 The Poland High School Athletic Department has announced
Residents explore the world with virtual reality goggles
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Residents at the Commons at Greenbriar took a
Open house showcases robotics program
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch Robotics hosted its first open
CHC hosts annual Career Day
Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School attended the school’s annual Career Day, which offered them an opportunity to learn about a variety of careers on May 12.
Boardman Park has 40th anniversary of the Music in the Park concert series
Boardman Park recently announced its 40th anniversary of the Music in the Park concert series.
Changes come to Fourth of July parade
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown trustees have appointed Bruce Shepas
Local developer, business owner to open downtown eatery
A new restaurant will open on the first floor of the Wick Building in downtown come September.
Woman whose kids were wandering naked found dead of suspected overdose
Kids were OK; neighbor discovered body
Thursday, May 25 (114 stories)
Liberty High School sends off 87 graduates
Liberty High School is about “diversity, diversity, diversity” and seeking to be competitive academically as well as on the field, said Rocco Adduci, high school principal.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
First quarter: Cavaliers 43, Celtics 27
LeBron James scored 11 points, Kevin Love had 10 and Kyrie Irving added nine in the first quarter.
Washington Post: Kushner figures into ongoing Russia probe
Washington Post: Kushner figures into ongoing Russia probe
New restaurant will open on the first floor of the Wick Building
New restaurant will open on the first floor of the Wick Building
UPDATE | Police say woman died of OD in her South Side home
Detectives and coroners investigators are heading to a home in the 200 block of East Avondale Avenue after a woman was found dead by her neighbors.
East Palestine man wins $100K in Rolling Cash 5 Ohio lotto game
East Palestine man wins $100K in Rolling Cash 5 Ohio lotto game
NYC boy arrested on attempted murder charges in 4 stabbings
NYC boy arrested on attempted murder charges in 4 stabbings
Appeals court deals blow to Trump administration travel ban
Appeals court deals blow to Trump administration travel ban
Trumbull County grand jury indicts Warren man on murder charge
Trumbull County grand jury indicts Warren man on murder charge
21 indicted in Thailand-to-US sex-trafficking ring
21 indicted in Thailand-to-US sex-trafficking ring
Michael Johnson gets 16 years in prison for attacks on two women
Michael Johnson gets 16 years in prison for attacks on two women
OPEC, other oil-exporting countries cutting back production until March
OPEC, other oil-exporting countries cutting back production until March
Pa. man arrested in hit-and-run crash with school bus
Pa. man arrested in hit-and-run crash with school bus
Ohio tornadoes damage businesses, interrupt graduation
Ohio tornadoes damage businesses, interrupt graduation
UPDATE | Libya vows to help identify 'terrorist networks'
Libya vows to help identify 'terrorist networks'
Mahoning County engineer: Slow down traveling on Meridian Road
County engineer: Slow down traveling on Meridian Road
Coitsville Township fire personnel meeting at 5:30 p.m. today
Coitsville Township fire personnel meeting at 5:30 p.m. today
UPDATE | UK police find 'significant' evidence; May slams US on leaks
UK police find 'significant' evidence; May slams US on leaks
US: More than 100 civilians killed in Iraq bombing in March
US: More than 100 civilians killed in Iraq bombing in March
Water conservation alert issued for city of Hubbard
Water conservation alert issued for Hubbard city
Prosecutors review Ohio TV reporter’s confrontation with woman
Prosecutors review Ohio TV reporter’s confrontation with woman
Ohio watchdog faults Ohio agency for handling of IT contract
Ohio watchdog faults Ohio agency for handling of IT contract
Northern Ohio city dealing with aggressive wild turkeys
Northern Ohio city dealing with aggressive wild turkeys
Liberty woman swallows drug after pulling it from her private parts
Woman swallows drug after pulling it from her private parts
Markets Right Now: Retailers lead US stocks higher
Markets Right Now: Retailers lead US stocks higher
Lordstown GM will be shut down one additional week in July
Lordstown GM will be shut down one additional week in July
Angry UK to confront Trump on leaks as NATO leaders meet
Angry UK to confront Trump on leaks as NATO leaders meet
No criminal charges for police after suspect hangs himself in Ohio jail
No criminal charges for police after suspect hangs himself in Ohio jail
Hunter Kelleher and Corey Fonner wedding planned
COLUMBIANA Hunter Kelleher and Corey Fonner, both of Youngstown, will be married at 5 p.m.
Former Sebring water-system operator to go on trial Nov. 6
Former Sebring water-system operator to go on trial Nov. 6
Post-prom dress collection drive
Post-prom dress collection drive BOARDMAN La France Cleaners is accepting donations of dresses
GOP candidate in US House race today charged with assault
GOP candidate in US House race today charged with assault
Winning wheels
An excited 11-year-old Jayden Brown went from two wheels to three as he raced around Paul C. Bunn Elementary’s gymnasium on his new hand-crank bike
‘Pirates’ can barely stay afloat
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer The opening scene of the new “Pirates of the Caribbean”
Five Valley teams are still alive
Canfield, Champion, Crestview, Warren JFK and Western Reserve are in regionals.
Salvation Army Luncheon recognizes supporters for service and contributions
Salvation Army Luncheon recognizes supporters for service and contributions
COLLEGE TRACK & FIELD Zallow, fellow Penguins set for regional
Eight Penguins will compete in Kentucky By Charles Grove cgrove@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Eight
Stambaugh lists bands for evenings at garden
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Bands at the Baugh: After Dark, the outdoor summer concert series at the
Exceptional events in the Buckeye State
Staff report If you are looking for a reason for a weekend getaway this summer that does not
Trigiani will return to launch next novel
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Novelist Adriana Trigiani will return to Youngstown for a discussion and
A state audit recommends ways for Youngstown to improve its financial operations
The city has implemented changes so some of the items likely won’t be on the next financial report
Kasich administration touts Ohio’s ‘comprehensive and aggressive’ response to opioid crisis
Governor’s Cabinet Opiate Action Team highlights successes, challenges
Dulci-More festival will feature traditional music
Staff report LISBON The 23rd annual Dulci-More folk and traditional music festival will take
Warren marker honors Ronald Parise, ‘one of Warren’s most acclaimed and brilliant sons’
Warren marker honors Ronald Parise, ‘one of Warren’s most acclaimed and brilliant sons’
Champion rolls over Mooney in six innings
Mooney coach Mark Rinehart said Champion is the best team he’s seen in 26 years.
Removing slugs
Removing slugs Try using pieces of cardboard to trap the ‘plant attacking’ slugs in the garden.
Road-rage charges levied against 2 men
Road-rage charges levied against 2 men CORTLAND Two Warren men are scheduled to be arraigned in
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Baywatch (R) Dwayne Johnson steps into the formidable flip-flops of David
“Red Nose Day” (10 p.m., NBC): It’s time for celebrities to again give back during
“Red Nose Day” (10 p.m., NBC): It’s time for celebrities to again give back during the annual “Red
Calendula has many uses, long history
By MARILYN McKINLEY Mahoning Co. master gardener volunteer Looking for an old-fashioned flower
Piccolo players will stand tall as they go for the world record
The word “piccolo” means “small” in Italian. But if you get 190 piccolo players together for a
Warren police kept busy answering drug-overdose calls
Five of the eight calls police answered involved drug activity
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Princess and the Pea,” Patricia M. Fagan, Youngstown Youth Theatre, 600
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Fri: Perfect Pair, 8 p.m. Sat: Damian Knapp
SPORTS digest
Browns hire former Colts GM Grigson BEREA The Browns have hired former Indianapolis general
Police explore links to larger network
Father of suspected bomber says son had no connection to militants Associated Press LONDON
Today
Today Fairs, Festivals East Palestine Street Fair, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., downtown East Palestine,
Mulch, compost, fertilizers, soilless mix – do you know ... Which BAGS to buy?
By David Sprague OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Walk into any garden center this time of the
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 25
Today is Thursday, May 25, the 145th day of 2017. There are 220 days left in the year. Associated
Marijuana extract helps some kids with epilepsy, study says
Associated Press A medicine made from marijuana, without the stuff that gives a high, cut seizures
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kathryn and Frederick Romito Jr., Youngstown, girl, May
Throwing chaos aside, Trump aims for caution on trip
Associated Press BRUSSELS In his first big tour on the world stage, President Donald Trump is
State grants, tech challenge cleared to fight opioid crisis
By JULIE CARR SMYTH AP Statehouse Correspondent COLUMBUS A state commission in Ohio agreed
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Hubbard school board, 7:30 a.m., work session, followed by special meeting at 7:45
holiday What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days.
Subpoenas pile up for Flynn’s documents
Associated Press WASHINGTON Subpoenas for former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn piled
Around the Horn Wednesday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Reds 4, Indians 3 CLEVELAND Billy Hamilton scored from first base on Zack
Bat houses and more
Bat houses and more If you want beneficial bats or just want to provide nesting boxes for
Serviceberry an all-season beauty
Q. What is this tree? Raymond from Youngstown A. Raymond was excited about a beautiful tree he
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Saving lives and money
Opinion: By Dr. DORIS BROWNE Tribune News Service Nearly 100 Republicans and Democrats have come together
Callista Gingrich Vatican move is a slap in the face to Catholics
Opinion: By Christine M. FLOWERS Philadelphia Daily News So let me put my cards on the table at the
Botanical Mornings
Botanical Mornings When: Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. What: Discover the progress of seasons at Fellows
MEMORIAL DAY Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
Reporter alleges GOP House candidate ‘body-slammed’ him
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. A reporter said the Republican candidate for Montana’s sole
Robbery charge
Robbery charge BOARDMAN A Youngstown woman faces a robbery charge after an incident reported at
Colaluca interviewed for Mentor job
Austintown superintendent being considered for superintendent at northeast-Ohio school district
Trump’s food-stamp cuts face hard sell in Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s proposal to slash food stamps by a third
TODAY’S REGIONAL BASEBALL AT A GLANCE
DIVISION II Who: Chagrin Falls (24-5) vs. Canfield (17-6). When: 5 p.m. Where: The Ball Park
OPEC likely to extend production cuts
Associated Press VIENNA OPEC countries and other producers including oil giant Russia are
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Apprenticeship applications LORDSTOWN Applications for United Auto Workers/General Motors
Two drivers charged in road-rage incident in Warren
The drivers will appear in Central District Court in Cortland
Niles McKinley High School graduates celebrate commencement
Niles McKinley graduating seniors receive diplomas at Packard Music Hall
Woman accused of hitting sister with car arrested for prostitution
Woman caught in sting operation day after leaving jail
PREPS at a glance
PREPS at a glance WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS TRACK AND FIELD DIVISION III At Massillon Perry
Family and friends filled Stambaugh Auditorium Wednesday night for the commencement ceremony
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Among the 154 Hubbard High School graduates
Manchester attack shows depravity of the terrorist
Editorial: The youngest victim of the horrific terrorist bombing Monday night at a pop concert in Manchester,
Using lunch to punish poor kids
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords One of the lucky things about being rich is that you automatically
Wednesday, May 24 (108 stories)
Niles McKinley High School graduates celebrate commencement
Niles McKinley High School graduates celebrate commencement
Hubbard High graduates 154 in Stambaugh Auditorium ceremony
Stambaugh Auditorium was packed with graduates and their parents and relatives, all filled with pride for the young graduates who took the important step to life after high school
Struthers City Council again revises West Wilson parking
Struthers City Council again revises West Wilson parking
Bomb squad finds turntable in suitcase on East Market in Warren
Bomb squad finds turntable in suitcase on East Market in Warren
Report says GOP health care bill leaves 51m uninsured in 2026
Report says GOP health care bill leaves 51m uninsured in 2026
Austintown schools superintendent in running for Mentor post
Austintown schools superintendent in running for Mentor post
Pa. lawmakers send Real ID bill to Gov. Tom Wolf, who plans to sign it
Pa. lawmakers send Real ID bill to Gov. Tom Wolf, who plans to sign it
Americans don't trust media, but feel better about favorites
Americans don't trust media, but feel better about favorites
Mahoning coroner, New Middletown police investigating after body found in trailer
Mahoning coroner, New Middletown police investigating after body found in trailer
UPDATE | Half of new Cosby jury pool have opinions on his guilt
Half of new Cosby jury pool have opinions on his guilt
UPDATE | Father, brothers of Manchester bomber arrested
Father, brothers of Manchester bomber arrested
South Dakota girl with cancer prevented from graduating
South Dakota girl with cancer prevented from graduating
Trump team eyes public asset sales to pay for infrastructure
Trump team eyes public asset sales to pay for infrastructure
A third of older Latinos have tapped into retirement savings
A third of older Latinos have tapped into retirement savings
Mahoning County Bar Association memorial service is Thursday
Mahoning County Bar Association memorial service is Thursday
Lawsuit says Pa. state trooper had history of harassment
Lawsuit says Pa. state trooper had history of harassment
NBA announces 2019 All-Star game will held in Charlotte
NBA announces 2019 All-Star game will held in Charlotte
Suspected suicide bomb in Jakarta kills policeman, injures 4
Suspected suicide bomb in Jakarta kills policeman, injures 4
2nd kayaker’s body recovered on central Ohio river
2nd kayaker’s body recovered on central Ohio river
Youngstown cops arrest man after South Side traffic accident
Youngstown cops arrest man after South Side traffic accident
Women CEOs earned more last year, but few were in top job
Women CEOs earned more last year, but few were in top job
Pa. man convicted of teen selfie death appeals sentence
Pa. man convicted of teen selfie death appeals sentence
Suspect in Ohio house fire that killed 7 is denied bond
Suspect in Ohio house fire that killed 7 is denied bond
Ohio officer hospitalized after touching illegal substance
Ohio officer hospitalized after touching illegal substance
Woman tells Austintown cops she turned to prostitution because she couldn't find a job
Woman tells Austintown cops she turned to prostitution because she couldn't find a job
Writing contest winners honored today at KSU-Trumbull
Writing contest winners honored today at KSU-Trumbull
Wilberforce University announces layoffs, pay cuts to handle debt
Wilberforce University announces layoffs, pay cuts to handle debt
Boardman police arrest Youngstown woman on robbery charge
Boardman police arrest Youngstown woman on robbery charge
YSU has annual Reading of the Names ceremony in 90 minutes
YSU has annual Reading of the Names ceremony in 90 minutes
UK deploys 1,000 soldiers to protect key sites after bombing
UK deploys 1,000 soldiers to protect key sites after bombing
Suspect in Akron house fire that killed 7 is denied bond
Suspect in Akron house fire that killed 7 is denied bond
Markets Right Now: Stocks open mostly higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open mostly higher on Wall Street
Defense raises race bias in Cosby jury-selection process
Defense raises race bias in Cosby jury-selection process
President Trump says meeting with Pope Francis was 'honor'
President Trump says meeting with Pope Francis was "honor"
OSHP charges both drivers in road-rage incident May 8 in Warren
OSHP charges both drivers in road-rage incident May 8 in Warren
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY West Austintown United Methodist Church, 6749 Mahoning Ave., will host a free community
Food distribution Thursday at Price Memorial AME Zion Church
Food distribution Thursday at Price Memorial AME Zion Church
Symphony gathering corrections noted
Symphony gathering corrections noted CANFIELD Concert in the Gardens performed by Youngstown
Magic behind the numbers
Jeramy DeBord began brewing more than 20 years ago. He’d do schoolwork during the day. At night, he’d dabble with experimental brews.
Man released from prison after being behind bars for more than 11 years
He will be placed at CCA for the time being
Hot-rod show gets a new driver
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CANFIELD When the Supernats returns to Canfield
Moore’s achievements go beyond ‘Bond’
By ROBERT BARR and JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON Sir Roger Moore saw more to life than
Connected Making social media fun again
Puking rainbow selfies. Face-morphing filters. Voice-modulation tools. Social media can be fun.
YSU’s Calhoun: Recruits must contribute right away
This is the largest incoming class for YSU men’s basketball in quite a while.
Boardman woman faces charges related to OD
Overdose victim is third in one week to be arrested by BPD
Clarett speaks at Campbell banquet
Maurice Clarett’s love for Campbell —and playing running back— began in 1993
Kyrie carries Cavaliers past Celtics
Kyrie Irving took over in the second half and finished with 42 points and LeBron James added 34.
Work to begin on improvements to Poland Municipal Forest entrances
Poland Forest Foundation donates $40,000 for clean-up of entrances
Poland teen arrested, admits she had drugs in her underwear
Anelisa Vitucci faces charge for bringing marijuana to jail
April jobless rate is 5.9 percent
The drop in the civilian labor force in the Mahoning Valley tells the story of workers leaving the force.
Man shot in head now faces felony charge
Man shot in head now faces felony charge BOARDMAN A man who was shot in the head at a township
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stephen and Inna Bozina, Youngstown, boy, May 21. Evan
MEMORIAL DAY Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
US: Fiat used software to cheat tests
Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. government is suing Fiat Chrysler, alleging that some of its
Trump, Francis: After clashing, a search for common ground
Associated Press VATICAN CITY They are stylistic opposites, one a bombastic tycoon-turned-
Doctor gets probation in prescription case
Defense lawyer says just 14 out of 4,000 patients received illegal prescriptions
Bringing in the best
Three candidates discuss their best assets for East and Chaney High’s principal positions
2 people revived
2 people revived AUSTINTOWN First-responders revived two people who overdosed at a Raccoon Road
Adair will not bow down to the throne of the CEO
A Youngstown Board of Education member said she will not be “held hostage for information”
Britain increases threat level after attack
Associated Press MANCHESTER, England As officials hunted for accomplices of a suicide bomber and
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Gas prices up YOUNGSTOWN Gas prices in Northeast Ohio rose by nearly 10 cents this week to
Valley has 87,350 reasons for stable aid to food banks
Editorial: For state senators looking for a rationale to undo the harm the state House seeks to inflict on
How about an emotions forecaster?
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant It was probably a mistake to read Psychology Today while my
The top selling albums on iTunes for the most recently ended week:
The top selling albums on iTunes for the most recently ended week: v “Harry Styles”: Harry Styles
China calls for new talks with North Korea
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS China’s U.N. ambassador said Tuesday that multiple North Korean
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 24
Today is Wednesday, May 24, the 144th day of 2017. There are 221 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Quick grilling for Memorial Day with thinner cuts
By JeanMarie Brownson Chicago Tribune (TNS) Empty-nesting opens new doors. I’ve come to
Black caucus: White rep should resign over lynch comment
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. Black lawmakers in Mississippi are demanding the resignation of
Upgrade your grilling game
Family Features The days are getting longer and hotter and you're itching to head outside to kick
Artichoke hearts fry up crisp, delicious
Chicago Tribune (TNS) ARTICHOKE BOUQUET Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Makes: 13
Stocks claw back lost ground
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks rose for the fourth day in a row Tuesday as they continued
Experts: Lack of communication before plane incident
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A man acted strangely long before he caused a disturbance on a
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
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Warren police investigating robberies
In two of the robberies, the victims were threatened with firearms
House Ailes built is sliding
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View Roger Ailes’s death comes at a time of turmoil in conservative
Minority community seeks more diversity in Warren teaching staff
Minority community seeks more diversity in Warren teaching staff
President should stop the insults
Opinion: During an interview last June in his New York office, I asked Donald Trump about his use of language
Fast-food run proves dangerous for drivers
Scott Dixon and Dario Franchitti were robbed in a Taco Bell drive-thru.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Campbell school board, 5 p.m., work session, conference room, 280 Sixth St.
Poland, Struthers among schools bolting AAC
Seven AAC schools and South Range will form a new eight-team conference.
11 people seated on jury in Bill Cosby’s sex-assault trial
11 people seated on jury in Bill Cosby’s sex-assault trial PITTSBURGH Bill Cosby’s lawyers
Trump budget keeps pledges: Cuts for poor, more for defense
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump fulfilled a major campaign promise Tuesday,
Jamieson named Athlete of the Year
Jamieson named Athlete of the Year WEXFORD, PA. Brookfield graduate and Westminster College
Hands off election, ex-CIA director says he warned Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former CIA Director John Brennan told Congress on Tuesday he
Encarnacion’s two home run night lifts Tribe past Reds
Indians now 18-0 this year when leading after six innings
Trumbull sheriff’s office conducts ‘sweep’ of 224 registered sex offenders
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Sheriff’s Office led a sweep of 224 Trumbull County
Pens can’t close out Senators
Mike Hoffman scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period and Craig Anderson made 45 saves.
Lowellville Council supports plans for medical marijuana cultivator
Business seeks state license for Lowellville operation.
prep sports at a glance
SCHEDULE TODAY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION I Canfield vs. Walsh Jesuit, University of
Mill Creek MetroParks wants exemption from state budget provision on oil and gas
State Sen. Joe Schiavoni to submit amendment to strike budget bill language
Tuesday, May 23 (113 stories)
Encarnacion homers twice as Tribe tops Reds
The series moves to Cleveland for two games. The Indians have won seven of the last eight between Ohio’s teams.
Second period: Penguins lead Senators, 1-0
The Penguins can clinch a Stanley Cup finals berth with a win tonight.
Halftime: Celtics lead Cavaliers, 57-47
LeBron James sat out much of the second quarter after picking up his fourth foul at the 6:46 mark.
Work to begin on improvements to Poland Municipal Forest entrances
Visitors to Poland Municipal Forest soon will see some changes to the woods’ main thoroughfares.
Minority community seeks more diversity in Warren teaching staff
Minority community seeks more diversity in Warren teaching staff
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Eight area high schools creating new athletic league
South Range and seven All-American Conference schools creating league
Boardman officials talk man out of jumping from tree
Boardman officials talk man out of jumping from tree
UPDATE | Britain raises terror level after concert attack
Britain raises terror level after concert attack
Faster, higher, rustier: Medals from Rio Olympics damaged
Faster, higher, rustier: Medals from Rio Olympics damaged
Ethiopia's Tedros to be next leader of UN health agency
Ethiopia's Tedros to be next leader of UN health agency
Public meeting to oppose injection wells in Brookfield is Wednesday night
Public meeting to oppose injection wells in Brookfield is Wednesday night
Land buy part of Ohio’s largest privately owned preserve
Land buy part of Ohio’s largest privately owned preserve
Lowellville Council endorses plans for medical marijuana facility
Lowellville Council endorses plans for medical marijuana facility
UPDATE | 8 people now seated on jury in Bill Cosby's sex assault case
8 people now seated on jury in Bill Cosby's sex assault case
Neighbor charged in Ohio fire that killed 5 kids, 2 adults
Neighbor charged in Ohio fire that killed 5 kids, 2 adults
US says Fiat Chrysler used software to beat emissions tests
US says Fiat Chrysler used software to beat emissions tests
More arrests in Pa. state Capitol in protests over gift-ban bill
More arrests in Pa. state Capitol in protests over gift-ban bill
EPA rejects declaring Lake Erie’s waters in Ohio impaired
EPA rejects declaring Lake Erie’s waters in Ohio impaired
UPDATE | Police confirm name of suspect in concert bomb
Police confirm name of suspect in concert bomb
Spacewalking astronauts pull off urgent station repairs
Spacewalking astronauts pull off urgent station repairs
Pa. cops save child from SUV teetering on hill after driver ODs
Pa. cops save child from SUV teetering on hill after driver ODs
Hawaii jet took off with unruly passenger despite red flags
Hawaii jet took off with unruly passenger despite red flags
INTEL HEARINGS | Brennan worried about Russia, American contacts
Brennan worried about Russia, American contacts
First responders revive pair in apparent OD in Austintown
First reponders revive pair in apparent OD in Austintown
Eighth annual Children's Miracle Network Fun Ride & Poker run is Sunday
Eighth annual Children's Miracle Network Fun Ride & Poker Run is Sunday
Woman arrested, admits she had drugs in her underwear
Woman arrested, admits she had drugs in her underwear
Volunteers needed to help veterans
Volunteers needed to help veterans liberty Veterans’ Outreach, a non-profit organization with
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1977 will have its 40th reunion from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 2 at
Actor Roger Moore, best known as James Bond, dies at 89
Actor Roger Moore, best known as James Bond, dies at 89
Mahoning Valley doctor gets probation for illegally prescribing drugs
Mahoning Valley doctor gets probation for illegally prescribing drugs
Jury selection enters 2nd day in Bill Cosby sex assault case
Jury selection enters 2nd day in Bill Cosby sex assault case
Ohio pulls back unbid $71 million lottery contract request
Ohio pulls back unbid $71 million lottery contract request
North Korea says ready to deploy, mass-produce new missile
North Korea says ready to deploy, mass-produce new missile
Alliance seeks historical designation to boost rebuilding
Alliance seeks historical designation to boost rebuilding
Students get prizes Wednesday in TAG-sponsored contest
Students get prizes Wednesday in TAG-sponsored contest
DeWine sues ex-mayor Krinos, alleging fraud
Staff report youngstown Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has sued former Campbell Mayor George
Assistant Principal Matt Snipes saves choking student
A room full of community members and more than 100 teachers stood and applauded
Richard Marx is coming to the Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Richard Marx will come to Stambaugh Auditorium on Sept. 24 for a 7 p.m.
Pop-music firsts from 50 years ago still echo today The spirit of ’67
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK “Sgt. Pepper” was only the beginning. Half a
YPD investigating possible poisoning of a teacher
Student arrested Monday after threats made against Chaney
Poland school board approves change to the district realignment plan
Poland school board approves change to the district realignment plan
Boardman trustees table medical marijuana dispensaries for a year
Boardman Trustees table medical marijuana dispensaries for a year
Maurice Clarett to speak at Campbell
Maurice Clarett to speak at Campbell CAMPBELL Campbell Memorial High School will host its annual
Indy 500 anyone’s race
Teams facing final practices for Sunday Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The Indianapolis 500 is
Reds pitching dominant in first battle of Ohio contest in 2017
Indians strike out 12 times against National League rivals
CLASS B ROUNDUP | Monday’s 16U games
Landsharks 5 Rudzik Excavating 4 Harrison Pontoli had a double and Dylan Keller had a hit and RBI,
Special meeting
Special meeting LORDSTOWN The Lordstown Board of Public Affairs will have a special meeting at 3
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE MONDAY’S RESULTS SOFTBALL STATE COACHES POLL DIVISION I School1st-place
Questions about Russia chase Trump during 1st Israel visit
Associated Press JERUSALEM President Donald Trump solemnly placed a note in the ancient stones
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1232.930.64 Aqua America, .71
Take care of the dirt to ensure that the soil takes care of you
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Scientists and philosophers occasionally contemplate the
Port authority should ask feds to join in ADI lawsuit
Editorial: Nine months after we urged the U.S. Department of Transportation to investigate the demise of daily
Fox faces 3 new suits
Associated Press NEW YORK Three new lawsuits filed Monday allege racial discrimination or sexual
Cancer survivor picnic
Cancer survivor picnic GIRARD Mercy Health Youngstown is hosting its annual “Celebration of
Lawyer: Too early to call stabbing a hate crime
Associated Press COLLEGE PARK, MD. Authorities appealed for patience Monday from two college
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Monday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 4, Royals 2 NEW YORK
Vikings’ Mike Zimmer takes break to recover from eye surgery
Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer finally relented
Trump’s magic word on Twitter
Opinion: By Mark Whitehouse Bloomberg View How can Donald Trump keep his millions of Twitter constituents
Win for animal rights
Opinion: By Chris DeRose Los Angeles Times On Sunday, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus held its
Predators will play for Cup
Predators will play for Cup for first time Anaheim ousted with 6-3 loss in Nashville
Can cinnamon help with prediabetes issues?
Q. My doctor says I have prediabetes. I have read your columns about the advantages of Ceylon
Quarrel reignites over opioid addiction, recovery
Associated Press CHICAGO Remarks by a top U.S. health official have reignited a quarrel in the
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 6 p.m., school auditorium, 614 Bedford Road SE.
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v U2: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Ohio gas prices rise
Ohio gas prices rise COLUMBUS Gas prices have risen around Ohio in the past week and are on par
Flynn rejects subpoena; Democrats say he lied
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser, Michael
warren Girl who killed dad gets deal that spares jail time
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Bresha Meadows, who killed her father with a gunshot to
LATEST LINE
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WEDNESDAY’S REGIONAL SOFTBALL games at A glance
DIVISION I Who: Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit (17-6) vs. Canfield (21-5). When: 2 p.m. Where:
Beyonce, Jay Z, stars celebrate twins at event
Beyonce, Jay Z, stars celebrate twins at event LOS ANGELES Beyonce and Jay Z have celebrated the
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 23
Today is Tuesday, May 23, the 143rd day of 2017. There are 222 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Parasitic infection linked to pools
Parasitic infection linked to pools By Kyle Nazario The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS)
Checkpoints set
Checkpoints set CANFIELD The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force will
COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Grant C. McIntosh, 29, of 1 Spring St. Apt. 602, New
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Topless cleaning service owner arrested in theft BANGOR, Maine In a misstep that
Former Blackhawks defenseman Bill White dies
He played a key role for Team Canada in 1972 Summit Series
AT LEAST 19 DEAD IN BLAST AT UK CONCERT
Associated Press LONDON An explosion struck an Ariana Grande concert in northern England late
2 OD victims charged for drug incidents
Boardman police arrest two people in connection with drug overdoses
Monday, May 22 (82 stories)
UPDATE | UK police: 19 killed, 50 injured at Grande concert
UPDATE | UK police: 19 killed, 50 injured at Grande concert
Boardman trustees table medical marijuana dispensaries for a year
Boardman trustees table medical marijuana dispensaries for a year
Poland school board approves change to the district realignment plan
Poland school board approves change to the district realignment plan
Congressional redistricting in Ohio take another step ahead
Congressional redistricting in Ohio take another step ahead
UPDATE | Flynn rejects Trump-Russia probe subpoena; Dems say he lied
Flynn rejects Trump-Russia probe subpoena; Dems say he lied
3 white men, 2 white woman picked for Bill Cosby jury so far
3 white men, 2 white woman picked for Bill Cosby jury so far
Ford taps former office furniture executive to be new CEO
Ford taps former office furniture executive to be new CEO
US probes whether Hyundai, Kia recalled engines fast enough
US probes whether Hyundai, Kia recalled engines fast enough
Round-table discussion on Syria is Thursday in Youngstown
Round-table discussion on Syria is Thursday in Youngstown
Cosby jury pool: 1/3 say they've formed opinion on his guilt
Cosby jury pool: 1/3 say they've formed opinion on his guilt
Bresha Meadows pleads guilty to manslaughter charge in her father's slaying
Bresha Meadows pleads guilty to manslaughter charge in her father's death
Sheriff: Ohio man tells police he was extorted on child porn site
Sheriff: Ohio man tells police he was extorted on child porn site
Ohio attorney general accuses former Campbell mayor of consumer protection violations
Ohio attorney general accuses former Campbell mayor of consumer protection violations
Austintown home shot at; previous dispute suspected
Residents at an Edgehill Avenue home were awoken by gunfire late Sunday night, according to a report.
Reason for gun: I always win at the casino
A Youngstown man was arrested for driving with a firearm he told police he had because he always wins at the Casino, according to the report.
Songwriting maestro Richard Marx at Stambaugh
Richard Marx will come to Stambaugh Auditorium on Sept. 24 for a 7 p.m. concert.
Dismissed Warren police officer gets records sealed
Dismissed Warren police officer was granted sealing of records today.
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Canfield Republican Women’s Club is sponsoring a quarter auction June 7 at the Shrine
WWE coming to Covelli July 30; Reigns, Wyatt, The Miz among bouts
The SummerSlam HeatWave Tour will come to Covelli
Columbiana bridges will get inspections next week
Weather permitting, several area bridges will undergo routine annual inspections next week during daytime hours by an ODOT crew and a snooper truck.
#Youngstown birthday party erupts into street fights; mom ticketed
A Mistletoe Avenue woman was cited about 10:35 p.m. Saturday for contributing to the delinquency of a minor after a party at her home got out of control.
Rogers Flea Market fire cleanup underway; normal Friday business planned
The Rogers Flea Market plans to return to business as usual this week after a pavilion burned down Friday night. (PHOTO CREDIT: Kassandra Seabolt)
NASA orders urgent Space Station repairs for Tuesday
NASA orders up urgent spacewalking repairs at space station
Police investigate hazing at private college in Minnesota
Police investigate hazing at private college in Minnesota
Markets Right Now: Industrials lead US stocks broadly higher
Markets Right Now: Industrials lead US stocks broadly higher
Gomes drives five, Tribe sweeps
In an up-and-down season, the American League champion Cleveland Indians left Houston feeling pretty good after sweeping the Astros
Demolition team: Pens overwhelm Senators
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan calls it “getting to our game.”
Pirates top Phillies with walkoff hit by pitch
Coming off two subpar outings, Chad Kuhl went into the video room to find some past success he could recreate
Horschel outlasts Day to win Bryon Nelson
JFK grad Jason Kokrak is fourth Associated Press IRVING, TEXAS Billy Horschel had missed
DD services transfers will continue
Meetings are set for Thursday to explain details of the transition in services for developmentally disabled adults.
Could immigration save Youngstown?
Exempting distressed cities from immigration quotas could spur economic growth
With no Triple Crown in play, Belmont lacks singular buzz
Associated Press BALTIMORE Cloud Computing stole the Preakness, and any hope of a Triple Crown
Marvel Universe Live! will save the day SUPERHERO SHOW
By TAMARA LUSH Associated Press ELLENTON, Fla. There’s a moment at the start of the new Marvel
150 walk for cystic fibrosis funds
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN With her petite frame and bright smile, Chrissy Falleti
Unveiling history: Exhibit showcases century of wedding dresses
Girard Historical Society showcase runs through November.
Youngstown school teachers volunteer to provide guidance and support to other educators
Youngstown school teachers volunteer to provide guidance and support to other educators
USA Dance’s Youngstown-Warren Chapter 2015 meets the third Sunday of the month at the Orthodox Center
Dancers young and old kick up their heels By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
ARAB-ISRAELI SIX-DAY WAR A brief overview
Dr. Itzhak Brook, a professor of pediatrics and medicine at Georgetown University in Washington,
Guest speaker recalls Israel's Six-Day War
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As a member of the Israeli Army, Dr. Itzhak Brook had
Celtics come back from 21-point deficit to stun Cavs
Celtics come back from 21-point deficit to stun Cavs Associated Press CLEVELAND Leprechauns
PUSKAS: Low energy costs Cavs
You know that awkward feeling when your column is basically finished and then the unexpected happens?
‘Alien: Covenant’ edges ‘Guardians’ at box office
‘Alien: Covenant’ edges ‘Guardians’ at box office LOS ANGELES “Alien: Covenant” edged out
Contradictions add up during Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia
Associated Press WASHINGTON As a presidential candidate, Donald Trump railed against President
Look for lesser-known candidate in Democrats’ prospects in 2020
Opinion: Every controversy enveloping President Donald Trump spurs Democratic optimism about their party’s
Study finds that speeding up sepsis care can save lives
Associated Press WASHINGTON Minutes matter when it comes to treating sepsis, the killer
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lincoln Knolls Community Watch, 5:30 p.m., East Branch Library, 430 Early Road.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kelly and Andy Deniro, Youngstown, girl, May 20. Sarah
SUNDAY’s OTHER MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL GAMES
Nationals 3, Braves 2 ATLANTA Stephen Strasburg struck out a season-high 11, allowing five hits
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KINGSMILL CHAMPIONSHIP WILLIAMSBURG, VA. Lexi Thompson shot a 6-under 65 to finish off a wire-
By SANDY COHEN
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Mel Brooks made it clear that he
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 22
Today is Monday, May 22, the 142nd day of 2017. There are 223 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Pope Francis names five new cardinals
Associated Press VATICAN CITY In a surprise announcement Sunday, Pope Francis named new
Food/clothing
Food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch, bag of
In test, N. Korea fires medium-range missile
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA In its latest effort to develop its ballistic and nuclear
Trump urges Mideast nations to drive out Islamic terror
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia President Donald Trump on Sunday implored Saudi Arabia and
Panels pledge thorough probe into Comey firing
Associated Press WASHINGTON Members of key congressional committees pledged Sunday to proceed
Man found, returned
Man found, returned HOWLAND Donald James Baier, 89, who went missing around 5 a.m. Saturday, has
Notre Dame grads walk out on Pence
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Resume workshop
Resume workshop YOUNGSTOWN A Time For Recovery Outreach will be having a resume workshop from 2
Strapped UN health agency spends big money on travel
Associated Press LONDON The World Health Organization routinely spends about $200 million a year
Vindicator wins 5 top AP awards
Staff report COLUMBUS The Vindicator continued its tradition of excellence in journalism by
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Allen W. Hostetler, 23, of 16625 Nauvoo Road,
It’s time to shift focus of mental illness toward intervention, treatment
Editorial: Mention mental illness, and far too often, the focus quickly turns to its tragic outcomes that play
Trump needs media bashers
Opinion: By Clive Crook Bloomberg View Even before the latest startling development, I’d bet my West
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Iconic Hoover Dam lights up in turquoise for lung health BOULDER CITY, Nev. The
SPORTS digest
King gets 52nd win at Sharon Speedway HARTFORD The first “Steel Valley Thunder” program of the
Sunday, May 21 (87 stories)
Could immigration boost Youngstown?
When Youngstown’s economy was booming, immigrants flooded the area.
Developmental disabilities board to continue transfers of services
The Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities has voted to make the first transfer of one of its adult services facilities to another organization under a federal mandate; and more such transfers of facilities and functions will follow.
Vindicator wins 5 top AP awards
The Vindicator continued its tradition of excellence in journalism by winning five first-place awards today in the annual Ohio Associated Press Media Editors newspaper competition.
'Alien: Covenant' edges 'Guardians of Galaxy' for top spot at weekend box office
Less than $1 million in revenue separated the two films
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
Drake, Beyonce, Chainsmokers win early Billboard awards today
The main portion of the awards show begins tonight and will be televised on ABC-TV
Once a 'problem child,' pit bull becomes Ohio's 1st K-9 officer of his kind
Leonard works full time for the Clay Township Police Department near Toledo
Trump vows to reach out to Muslim nations to stamp out extremism
His address today at an Arab-American summit in Saudi Arabia was a departure from his sometimes anti-Muslim rhetoric
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY Caryl Kloss HONOREE Residence: Austintown Date of birth: May 4, 1927, in
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Garden Gate will meet at 1 p.m. at The Vineyards at Pine Lake in Columbiana. Hostess will
Grief Share program
Grief Share program LIBERTY Churchill United Methodist Church, 189 Church Hill-Hubbard Road,
SENIOR CITIZENS
Niles S.C.O.P.E. Senior Center, 14 E. State St., will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 1
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
First Youngstown Marathon set for June 4
Cleveland has one. Akron has one. Cincinnati has one and finally, Youngstown will have one, too.
Home, sweet home for Salem’s boys and girls
From favorites to underdogs, the Salem track and field teams were the highlights of the Division II district meet.
Veterans march for awareness of issues
By SHAIYLA B. HAKEEM news@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN Traffic was brought to a halt here Saturday
Hubbard native’s supernatural TV career
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Michael Narducci’s career as a writer and developer of
‘Earth Mama’ coming to Unity Centre
GIRARD Joyce Johnson Rouse, also known as “Earth Mama,” will come to the Unity Centre for
Cioffi defeats Murphy on an extra hole to win Pine Lakes Golf Club qualifier
Brandon Cioffi, Britney Jonda and Jacob Sylak were Saturday’s qualifiers.
Pence tells graduates to expect opposition and persevere
The Vice President addresses graduates at a small Pennsylvania college
School, local groups worried about legislative efforts to reform the way farmland is taxed
School and local groups are voicing concern about legislative efforts to reform the way farmland is taxed in Ohio.
Both houses eye reform legislation aimed at addressing skyrocketing farmland property tax bills
The Ohio Senate has passed legislation aimed at addressing skyrocketing farmland property tax bills.
New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art deals with financial challenges ON THE REBOUND
By VERENA DOBNIK Associated Press NEW YORK The Metropolitan Museum of Art, a behemoth of
Council should resist urge to welcome growers of pot
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Today’s entertainment picks:
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Relief for dry eyes comes at a big price
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First lady ignores criticism and shuns headscarf
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Carpenter fastest in Indy qualifying
Qualifying was marred by a frightening crash that sent Sebastien Bourdais to the hospital.
Boston creamed: Cavs back home tonight for Game 3
The Cavaliers can win an NBA-record 14th straight playoff game tonight.
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 5 a.m. (GC) Golf: European Tour Rocco Forte Open. 6:50 a.m. (FS1) Soccer:
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
CERTIFIED Home Savings Bank recently announced that Robert J. Steele Jr., senior vice president,
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
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LOCAL GOLF SCORES bedford trails golf course Lady Players — Low gross: Jeanna Gaume 45, Diane
Last batch of rebels leaving central city of Homs in Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT The final batch of opposition fighters and their families began leaving
Senators run into obstacles, consider options on health bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Remember the Republican health care bill? Washington is fixated on
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings & scrambles
MAY Saturday — $15,000 five-man scramble at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course. Shotgun starts at 7:45 a.m.
SATURDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates 6, Phillies 3 PITTSBURGH Ivan Nova pitched into the eighth inning for
Kyle Busch wins NASCAR All-Star race
Kyle Busch used a bold three-wide pass for the lead Saturday night.
SPORTS digest
YSU baseball team falls to Rider, 7-5 NILES Rider scored three runs in the top of the ninth
PREPS AT A GLANCE
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Collecting is a pastime in almost every country. Children start collecting with stones, leaves,
Collecting is a pastime in almost every country. Children start collecting with stones, leaves,
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Celebrating 55 years WARREN Everett Industries Inc., 3601 Larchmont Ave., is celebrating 55
Ringling Bros. circus marks its final days
PROVIDENCE, R.I. An elephant stretches its trunk through a window to soothe a sick child. A woman
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
Unruly man subdued on jet heading to Hawaii
Associated Press HONOLULU Two U.S. fighter jets were summoned Friday to escort a flight from Los
Slowing down the rush to heart surgery
Sometimes, heart disease erupts as a full-blown emergency with sudden, crushing chest pain. That’s
ENGLISH FESTIVAL Award recipients
Listed below are the top three recipients of each award in Trumbull, Columbiana and Mahoning
Patchett writing book on women’s voting rights
Patchett writing book on women’s voting rights NEW YORK Ann Patchett is working on a book that
For the Week of Sunday, May 21, 2017
NATIF Limited to Justin Rance et al, Market St., Youngstown, $265,000. Taam Properties LLC to
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 21
Today is Sunday, May 21, the 141st day of 2017. There are 224 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Victorian players Cast rises above mediocre script in ‘Clue the Musical’
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown If you love board games but find they lack
New Struthers bowling alley seeks to blend past and present
State Street Billiards and Bowling replaces Bowladrome Lanes
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METRO DIGEST || Man with dementia missing in Howland
Man with dementia missing in Howland HOWLAND A Howland man, 89, who reportedly suffers from
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman Township
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Ex-coal CEO seeks vindication in blast after year in prison
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. After finishing a one-year prison sentence, a former West
Heroin, crack, gun, $104K confiscated in Warren drug bust
Heroin, crack, gun, $104K confiscated in Warren drug bust WARREN A drug bust Friday conducted
Saudis welcome Trump lavishly
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia President Donald Trump basked in Saudi Arabia’s lavish
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases PNC Bank v. C.A. Cahill M.D. et al, money. divorces asked
Runners to your marks Upcoming races and walks
MAY Saturday — Second annual DFC Celebrate Recovery 5K, 9 a.m. at Damascus Friends Church. There
PennDOT starts work in Grove City this week
The project will improve about 2.7 miles of Route 208 from east of the intersection with state Route 258 in Springfield Township
Trump in need of a win
Opinion: It’s ironic that a Democratic congressman and a Democratic county prosecutor are holding the key to
Dimensions of Trump’s troubles grow wider than scope of Watergate scandal
Opinion: Last week, at the International Republican Institute dinner, Arizona Sen. John McCain, a Republican,
Hard-working spirit leads to Simon Roofing’s success
Simon Roofing was started in the early 1900s by Alex Simon who came to Youngstown from Lebanon.
Teachers union president adding to strife in Y’town
Editorial: The inexplicable decision by Larry Ellis, president of the Youngstown Education Association, to turn
Saturday, May 20 (71 stories)
Tribe's Clevinger, relievers blank Astros
Mike Clevinger pitched no-hit ball into the seventh inning.
Cloud Computing springs upset in Preakness
Cloud Computing ran down Classic Empire in the final strides Saturday to win the Preakness by a head.
89-year-old Howland man with dementia missing
An 89-year-old Howland man, who reportedly suffers with dementia, is the subject of an Endangered Missing Adult Alert issued today by the Ohio Attorney General Missing Persons Unit.
Del and Helen Sinchak mark 60th anniversary
boardman Del and Helen Sinchak of Boardman celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a family
Mr. and Mrs. Tiberio mark 60th anniversary
Poland Nicholas and Philomena Tiberio of Poland celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in March
Mr and Mrs. Tom Foraker
hubbard Mr. and Mrs. Tom Foraker of Hubbard are celebrating their 40th anniversary. The former
Anne and Philip Leone celebrate 65th anniversary
AUSTINTOWN Philip and Anne Leone of Austintown celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Flauto
BOARDMAN Frank Flauto Jr. and Joanne Flauto of Boardman recently celebrated their 60th wedding
Mr. and Mrs. John Pugel
GIRARD John Pugel and the former Hermina Perechlin celebrated their 71st anniversary April 27. The
Jackie Sipe and Andrew Cappucci plan wedding
CANFIELD The parents of Jackie Sipe and Andrew Cappucci are announcing the couple’s engagement.
Vehicle career day is a big, honking hit with Hilltop students
Students tour occupational vehicles and learn about careers
Walsh Jesuit denies Boardman in district final
After three innings the Boardman baseball team thought it had a shot at capturing its first district title since 2002.
Ex-Youngstown mayor takes job as head of Conn. community foundation
He opts not to run for Ohio governor.
Boston Massacre: Cavaliers crush Celtics
LeBron James scored 30 points and Kevin Love had 21 points and 12 rebounds.
Cops top local Dunkin’ Donuts to support Special Olympics
Dunkin’ Donuts’ ‘Cop on a Rooftop’ event comes to Ohio
Sizzling 62 has Kokrak in front
Warren’s own Jason Kokrak has the 36-hole lead in the AT&T Byron Nelson.
Ohio houses eye reform legislation aimed at addressing skyrocketing farmland property tax bills
The Ohio Senate has passed legislation aimed at addressing skyrocketing farmland property tax bills.
National institute focused on robotics looking for members
A national institute dedicated to bolstering U.S. manufacturing competitiveness is reaching out to potential partners in the Mahoning Valley.
McDonald continues its dominant streak
The Blue Devils swept the boys and girls team titles at the Springfield district meet.
Fox News after Ailes Network at crossroads
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK On the surface, the Fox News Channel Roger Ailes
Browns sign Garrett to $30.4 million contract
Myles Garrett’s first sack as a pro is filled with money.
Youth is served in district meet at Fitch
East’s Jahniya Bowers won the 100, 200 and powered the Panthers to a fourth-place finish in the 4x100 relay.
Slavic fest is seeking scholarship applicants
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Simply Slavic Festival is seeking applicants for its academic
At least one write-in candidate will be elected in November to Poland council
One independent candidate was disqualified and another withdrew,, leaving 3 candidates for 4 seats.
New sewer project approved for Pineview in Austintown
The Mahoning County commissioners approved building a new sanitary sewer to protect Meander Reservoir.
Cruze fans roll into Lordstown for annual gathering
Nick Price of New Jersey added blue accents to his beloved Cruze. He says he bought the GM compact car because of its strength and durability.
Husband kills wife, drives self to county jail, police say
Associated Press DAYTON Police said an 81-year-old Ohio man drove himself to jail after killing
Trump did not want witnesses
Opinion: WASHINGTON So why did the president ask his vice president and attorney general to leave the room?
Valley’s ATHENA Awards mark 25 distinctive years
Editorial: In ancient Greek religion and culture, Athena, daughter of Zeus, reigns as the patron goddess of
Ohio House sidelines bailout of nuclear plants
Associated Press COLUMBUS Opponents are praising a decision to suspend deliberations on a
Around the Horn | Friday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 5, Astros 3 HOUSTON Edwin Encarnacion hit a two-run homer and Jason
Get tough on drug dealers
Opinion: Toledo Blade: A fatal drug overdose is a family tragedy. It is also a crime. And local authorities
Pens tie series at two games vs. Sens
Sidney Crosby had a goal and an assist and the resurgent Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators
Cure claimed for cyberattack computers
Associated Press PARIS French researchers have released software tools that they claim can
RECORD REVIEWS
Snoop Dogg Album: “Neva Left” Grade: B+ There’s a strong whiff of the past on Snoop Dogg’s new
Prosecutors: Times Square driver wanted to ‘kill them all’
Associated Press NEW YORK A man charged with slamming his speeding car into pedestrians in
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
SPORTS digest
Rider breaks shutout late to beat YSU NILES Rider scored four runs in the sixth inning to bust
PREPS at a glance
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Yes, warbler season is here
To paraphrase a popular Christmas song, May is “the most wonderful time of the year!” New warblers
Holy Spirit Retreat
Holy Spirit Retreat columbiana The public is invited to attend a Holy Spirit Retreat at Christ
Ex-US Rep. Weiner pleads guilty
Associated Press NEW YORK Former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner, whose penchant for sexting strangers
State jobless level down
Ohio’s unemployment rate was 5 percent in April 2017, down from 5.1 percent in March 2017.
VP Pence to speak at commencement
VP Pence to speak at commencement GROVE CITY, PA. Vice President Mike Pence will deliver the
High-power match
High-power match North Jackson Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club, 8900 Shaffer Road, is hosting a
Syria says several dead in airstrike
Associated Press BEIRUT A Syrian military official said Friday that an aerial “aggression” by
US stocks close broadly higher
Associated Press Industrial companies led U.S. stocks higher Friday, giving the stock market its
Today’s entertainment picks:
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Today is Saturday, May 20, the 140th day of 2017. There are 225 days left in the year.
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Report: FBI probe moves into the White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump told Russian diplomats last week his firing
Trump to urge Muslims to fight terrorism
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump will use his first visit to the Middle East
$104,173, drugs, gun seized during Warren drug search
Drugs, money and a gun seized by police in Warren drug search
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New location for Moliterno agency POLAND The Youngstown/Warren Reginal Chamber will have a
Attorney didn’t want Trump to sign financial disclosure
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s attorneys initially wanted him to submit an
Popular but untrue
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Iranians turn out in large numbers for presidential election
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Lake info at your fingertips
Avid angler Chris Skeeles believes it’s good to share and he’s leaving a legacy to prove it.
METRO DIGEST | Veterans March on America today
Veterans March NEW MIDDLETOWN There will be a Veterans March on America today beginning at the
Memorial Day is no time for glee
Opinion: I walked into a coffee shop one holiday weekend a few years ago and was met with a loud, obnoxious
Trump staff shake-up won’t help
Opinion: By Albert R. HUNT Bloomberg View Forty-four years ago with his presidency under siege, Richard
Friday, May 19 (129 stories)
Final: Cavaliers 130, Celtics 86
LeBron James scored 30 points and Kevin Love had 21 points and 12 rebounds.
CruzeTalk.com fans gather in Lordstown today to see their cars' birthplace
Fast cars, friends who are like family, and a barbecue. It was like a scene from the long-lasting “Fast and Furious” film franchise.
Boardman's 23rd annual Relay for Life underway
Laurie Harper set a goal for herself during last year’s Relay For Life fundraiser in Boardman: She walked for a continuous 18 hours.
Cop on a Rooftop comes to Austintown
Motorists driving down Mahoning Avenue may have been surprised Friday by the sight of law-enforcement officers patrolling the roof of Dunkin’ Donuts.
Write-in assured of win in Poland council election with only 3 running for 4 seats
Poland Village voters will elect at least one write-in candidate to its council during the Nov. 7 general election.
Ex-mayor Williams rejects run for governor, will lead Connecticut charity
Former Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams will not run for Ohio governor in 2018 and instead will become the president of a Hartford, Conn., charitable organization July 17.
Canfield grade-school kids check out cop cars, vintage Ford at Vehicle Career Day
The sound of horns filled the air Friday afternoon as kindergartners climbed in and out of police cars, firetrucks and tractors while screaming with glee at Hilltop Elementary.
Commissioners agree to Pineview sewer project to protect Meander water supply
Mahoning County commissioners approved a resolution to proceed with sanitary-sewer construction in Pineview Drive in Austintown, which would protect Meander Reservoir from sewage pollution.
Tulsa officer acquitted in black man's death returning to force
Tulsa officer acquitted in black man's death returning to force
Reminder: Vice President Mike Pence speaks Saturday at Grove City College
VP Pence to speak at commencement
New York Times: President called fired FBI director Comey 'nut job'
New York Times: President Trump called fired FBI director Comey 'nut job'
Fox News fires Bob Beckel for racially insensitive remark
Fox News fires Bob Beckel for racially insensitive remark
State Rep. John Boccieri has office hours Monday night in Sebring
State Rep. John Boccieri has office hours Monday night in Sebring
Browns sign Texas A&M’s Myles Garrett, 1st overall pick
Browns sign Texas A&M’s Myles Garrett, 1st overall pick
Penguins turn to Matt Murray for Game 4 of Eastern final
Penguins turn to Matt Murray for Game 4 of Eastern final
Police: Ohio boy, 5, helped save parents who were overdosing
Police: Ohio boy, 5, helped save parents who were overdosing
Family of musician Chris Cornell disputes he killed himself
Family of musician Chris Cornell disputes he killed himself
Cincinnati mistakenly honors man suspected of killing officer
Cincinnati mistakenly honors man suspected of killing officer
Greatest Juniors: Saturday tee times for Pine Lakes
Tee times for second Greatest Golfer Juniors qualifier.
Appeals court strikes down FAA drone registration rule
Appeals court strikes down FAA drone registration rule
Benefit dinner Saturday for student's missionary trip
Benefit dinner Saturday for student's missionary trip
Ohio unemployment rate inches down to 5 percent for April
Ohio unemployment rate inches down to 5 percent for April
US imposes sanctions in joint action with Saudi Arabia
US imposes sanctions in joint action with Saudi Arabia
UPDATE | Anthony Weiner cries while apologizing in court
Anthony Weiner cries while apologizing in court
Woman faces theft charges after sister's jewelry goes missing
Woman faces theft charges after sister's jewelry goes missing
Markets Right Now: US stocks edge higher in early trading
Markets Right Now: US stocks edge higher in early trading
Elections board disqualifies independent candidate for Poland Village Council
Elections board disqualifies independent candidate for Poland Village Council
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA will meet June 13 at A La Cart Catering in Canfield.
H.O.W. Inc. to host bowling benefit
H.O.W. Inc. to host bowling benefit youngstown Helping Other Women Inc. is hosting a bowling
Six officers receive YPD lifesaving award
Eight others were honored for seizing five or more firearms within a year.
Western Reserve squeezes past Jackson-Milton in 11th
The Blue Devils have won four straight district titles.
Political operative to Fox founder to exile: Warren's Roger Ailes led tumultuous life
Staff report WARREN Warren-born television pioneer Roger Eugene Ailes, the founder of Fox News
Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley blesses site where it will relocate
Rescue Mission pushes forward with “Move Our Mission” capital campaign
Beltempo hits 400 as Columbiana, Mooney advance
Columbiana and Mooney will meet in a district final today.
National health survey team arrives in Valley
The CDC survey team is setting up shop in four interconnected trailers at Southern Park Mall in Boardman.
Boardman routs Akron Ellet to reach district final
The Spartans haven’t been to a regional since 2002.
Canfield’s Cianciola still alive in district tennis play
Tim Cianciola hasn’t punched his ticket for Mason just yet, but he’s in a much better place than he was last year.
John and Denise York present $125,000 in scholarships to students
Local high school grads net $125,000 in scholarship from DeBartolo Memorial Foundation
Mahoning Valley drag racers reaching Summit
Summit Raceway Park is the center of the drag racing world this weekend.
Candidacy of 2 running for Poland council in question
Two independent candidates for Poland Village Council cast ballots in primary race
SPORTS digest
YSU sending eight to NCAA preliminaries Eight Youngstown State track and field athletes qualified
The latest ‘Wimpy Kid’ movie is definitely ... A LONG HAUL
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer Poor Alicia Silverstone and Tom Everett Scott. Between
Marlington denies West Branch in D-II district title game
The Warriors had beaten the Dukes by 10 runs in two regular-season games.
The CW will reboot ‘Dynasty’ in the fall
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer NEW YORK “Dynasty” is returning to TV, nearly 30 years
Back on the run: Kent State at Trumbull to field cross country teams
The school last fielded athletic teams in 1992 when basketball, volleyball and golf were discontinued.
Austintown plants seeds for a community garden on the east side
Fundraising efforts are underway to help the 7-acre property flourish.
Campbell council opens door to medical marijuana grower
The business hopes to obtain license from state
Mahoning Children Services hosts first open house for future foster parents
Tanika Deshana Wainwright, 20, first entered foster care at age 13, switching from one foster home to another, but each one never worked out. It was a complicated life, she said, trying to be accepted and moving to different homes.
METRO DIGEST || Mistaken payment
Mistaken payment GIRARD The city mistakenly paid $1,259 in state sales tax to a vendor,
YSU's Enclave groundbreaking coming soon
The ground-breaking for a new student housing and retail complex at Youngstown State University will take place as early as next month.
Ohio senators introduce bipartisan bill to increase opioid treatment access
Brown and Portman propose increasing cap on beds covered by Medicaid
1st female health commissioner wins ATHENA
Patricia Sweeney, left, Mahoning County health commissioner, accepts the 25th ATHENA Award from Betty Jo Licata, dean of YSU’s Williamson College of Business Administration, during the annual award dinner Thursday night at Mr. Anthony's.
Canfield Community Briefs
Mill Creek chapter to meet in June The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s
POLICE BLOTTER
Boardman May 12 Theft: Heather A. Musil, 29, and Etta A. Morgan, 45, both of Annawan Lane,
Miss Offerdahl, Mr. Bennett plan June ceremony
Ivy Offerdahl and Derek Bennett, both of Boardman, are planning to be married June 10 in the rose
Hispanic culture celebrated with fiesta at Ursuline High School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Ursuline High School celebrated Hispanic
Ex-highway patrol trooper faces cyberstalking charge
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former Ohio State Highway Patrol commander accused of stalking a
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 66 to finish the
PREPS AT A GLANCE
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Around the Horn
Around the Horn Thursday’s MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 6, Orioles 5 DETROIT Victor
Boardman Community Briefs
Mill Creek chapter to meet in June The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s
Amy Nypaver, Corey Pabst set June rite
AUSTINTOWN Marty and Karen Nypaver are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Amy Nypaver,
The Post puts US at risk
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The Washington Post recently put American security at
Trump administration to renegotiate NAFTA
Associated Press WASHINGTON Making good on a campaign promise, the Trump administration
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray,” 7:30 p.m.: Final weekend for this lively musical ($15,
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 19
Today is Friday, May 19, the 139th day of 2017. There are 226 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Scorching weather breaking records in Northeast US cities
Scorching weather breaking records in Northeast US cities BOSTON Heat records were burning up
Youngstown eager to go to ‘pot’ as source of medical marijuana
Opinion: Medical marijuana is coming to Ohio and it’s big business. How big? I listened to five groups
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities,
Rally powers rebound in US stocks a day after slump
Associated Press Solid gains among phone companies and some retailers helped nudge U.S. stocks
THURSDAY ON THE LINKS More pro golf results
AT&T BYRON NELSON IRVING, TEXAS James Hahn birdied the final hole Thursday for a 6-under 64
US airstrike hits pro-Syria government forces
Associated Press BEIRUT A U.S. airstrike struck pro-Syrian government forces that the coalition
Chaffetz to resign, raising doubts about Trump probe
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Rep. Jason Chaffetz announced Thursday he will resign from
Trump, dogged by questions at home, makes first trip abroad
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s maiden international trip, a five-stop
Car mows down Times Square pedestrians for blocks, killing 1
Associated Press NEW YORK A man steered his car onto a sidewalk running through the heart of
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS
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Scholarship | Recipients
The student recipients of the 2017 Edward J. DeBartolo Memorial Scholarship Foundation awards given
Senate chairman: Flynn has not responded to subpoena
Associated Press WASHINGTON Correcting his earlier statement, the chairman of the Senate
washington Trump again denies any links to Russia, claims witch hunt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Brimming with resentment, President Donald Trump fervently denied on
Man freed from prison faces possible deportation to Cuba
The detention of a Cuban immigrant set to rejoin his family after he was mistakenly released from prison, then put back, has raised questions about whether more people from the island nation will be deported from the United States now that relations between the two countries have thawed.
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Employment training sessions YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngs-town Community Action Partnership,
East High student charged with assault
East High student charged with assault YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested an 18-year-old East High
Mother shot 2 children in the head, police say
Associated Press DAYTON Authorities said a woman has been arrested after shooting two of her
House speaker promises tax overhaul this year
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Paul Ryan insisted Thursday that Congress will
Roger Ailes’ legacy: Transforming media and politics
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Few media titans can claim a lasting legacy.
Special counsel takes over probe of Russian activities
Editorial: For a brief time it seemed that President Donald J. Trump’s abrupt firing of FBI Director James
Real costs of being Donald Trump
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View I had already seen Twitter chatter before the Washington
Jacquelyn Creighton v Dr. Dean Marshall
CANTON Jacquelyn Elise Creighton and Dr. Dean Joseph Marshall were married Sept. 24 at St. Peter
Boys track takes first at Crusader Relays
The Boardman boys track team traveled to the Crusader Relays this on May 13 at Massillon Perry High
Hispanic culture celebrated with party at Ursuline High School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Ursuline High School celebrated Hispanic culture
Boys track is victorious on Senior Night
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2017 record to 10-1 and 6-1 in the AAC with a 95-42
CHC first-graders perform musical adventure
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School first-grade students
Residents make dirt dessert for Earth Day
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Beeghly Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and
Families find adventure in the sea for science night
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Union Elementary second-grade students
C.H. Campbell students go to the ‘beach’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com With some sunshine peaking through the clouds, C.H.
POLICE BLOTTER
Boardman May 3 Arrest: A vehicle check near Market Street resulted in the arrest of Saud A.
Authors speak at Austintown Literacy Night
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Intermediate School welcomed authors
Local chapter of Sons of the American Revolution celebrates Patriot’s Day
The Mahoning Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution gathered at Davidson’s restaurant
Children mix science and candy at library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children performed science experiments with
Paula Leonardi v Darin Ducato
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH Paula Leonardi and Darin Ducato were married at 6 p.m. July 8 at Landerhaven
Residents get sneak peak of “Wizard of Oz”
Residents from Shepherd of the Valley Boardman got a special visit from the performers at the Oakland Center for Arts on April 20.
State Senator Joe Schiavoni visits CHS
Canfield High School’s student-run newspaper, “The Cardinal,” organized a live town hall event and invited democratic candidate for Ohio governor Joe Schiavoni to participate at the school on April 7.
Poland Community Briefs
Mill Creek chapter to meet in June The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s
Families spend night with Easter Bunny
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children and their families hopped to Boardman
STEM students showcase projects
Austintown Middle School hosted the fifth annual STEM Showcase on May 4.
Students celebrate Earth Day
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland North Preschool students got down and
Austintown Community Briefs
Mill Creek chapter to meet in June The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s
Students become young chefs
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students at Market Street Elementary School
Hilltop celebrates spring
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students were dressed to the
Resident becomes Queen of Poland for a day
Life-long Poland resident Sara Hill-Strock became the Queen of Poland on May 1.
Thursday, May 18 (124 stories)
New Rescue Mission site gets blessing today in advance of ground-breaking
Now that a ground-blessing has taken place, Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley officials are looking forward to a groundbreaking.
Media titan Roger Ailes remembered by former classmates in Warren schools
Warren-born television pioneer Roger Eugene Ailes, the founder of Fox News who died Thursday, is remembered as someone who absorbed life in the heartland and created programs to appeal to those values.
CDC at mall to interview Mahoning County residents for national health survey
A national health survey that forms the scientific basis for public health policy is setting up shop in a cluster of four trailers at Southern Park Mall.
2 independent candidates for Poland council disqualified after casting party-affiliated ballots
The candidacy of two people vying for seats on village council in the November general election is now in question.
20 students from 15 Mahoning Valley schools earn DeBartolo scholarships
Twenty graduating seniors from local high schools were awarded a total of $125,000 in scholarships during a ceremony hosted by the Edward J. DeBartolo Memorial Scholarship Foundation.
Austintown residents, officials bringing life to old school property
Local community members and township officials are working together to bring life to the former Woodside Elementary School property on Elmwood Avenue.
ATHENA AWARD | Patricia Sweeney is 2017 Athena Award winner
Patricia Sweeney is 2017 Athena Award winner
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Police say Dayton mother arrested after 2 children shot in the head
Police say Dayton mother arrested after 2 children shot in the head
Early heat wave breaking records in Northeast US cities
Early heat wave breaking records in Northeast US cities
Trump claims witch hunt, says he's most hounded leader ever
Trump claims witch hunt, says he's most hounded leader ever
Toronto CF Kevin Pillar suspended 2 games for anti-gay slur
Toronto CF Kevin Pillar suspended 2 games for anti-gay slur
ATHENA AWARD | 25th annual dinner gets underway in Boardman
ATHENA AWARD | 25th annual dinner gets underway in Boardman
CDC trailers at Southern Park Mall to begin national health survey
CDC trailers at Southern Park Mall to begin national health survey
City police catch 3 of 4 who fled from traffic stop
City police catch 3 of 4 who fled from traffic stop
Friends, family visit Potential Development Schools art show
Potential Development provides a charter school for children on the autism spectrum, with 160 students from preschool to high school enrolled in buildings in Youngstown and Howland.
Steve Forbes, area police chiefs on Vindy Talk Radio on Friday
Steve Forbes, area police chiefs on Vindy Talk Radio on Friday
Ohio man charged with aggravated murder after wife’s body found
Ohio man charged with aggravated murder after wife’s body found
House speaker promises tax overhaul this year despite chaos
House speaker promises tax overhaul this year despite chaos
Stadium for Rams, Chargers delayed; won’t open until 2020
Stadium for Rams, Chargers delayed; won’t open until 2020
More advocates sue EPA over Lake Erie’s toxic algae problem
More advocates sue EPA over Lake Erie’s toxic algae problem
Cops: Pa. dad locked toddler in cage, left day-old baby alone
Cops: Pa. dad locked toddler in cage, left day-old baby alone
Car plows into Times Square crowd; 1 dead, about 20 hurt
Car plows into Times Square crowd; 1 dead, about 20 hurt
Suburban Ohio teacher on leave over Snapchat complaint about prom expenses
Suburban Ohio teacher on leave over Snapchat complaint about prom expenses
Commissioners OK sewer construction on Pineview Drive in Austintown
Commissioners OK sewer construction on Pineview Drive in Austintown
Officials to bless new Rescue Mission site at at Erie Street and Delason Avenue
Officials to bless new Rescue Mission site at at Erie Street and Delason Avenue
Roger Ailes, Warren native and former FOX CEO, dead
Roger Ailes, Warren native and former FOX CEO, dead
Police suspect man did drugs in the back of cruiser following crash
Police suspect man did drugs in the back of cruiser following crash
YWCA 112th annual meeting
YWCA 112th annual meeting YOUNGSTOWN YWCA of Youngstown, 25 Rayen Ave., will host its 112th
Valley first responders consider extra safety measures for dealing with drugs
Escalating opioid crisis poses danger for first responders
James unstoppable as Cavaliers take Game 1
LeBron James embarrassed every defender Boston threw at him and the Cleveland Cavaliers picked up where they left off following a long layoff, rolling to a 117-104 victory over the Celtics on Wednesday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Strange play leads Crestview over Mooney
The Rebels scored eight runs in the top of the seventh for a 10-3 win.
Husted, a Republican candidate for governor, praised Trump for job performance
‘He’s done a lot of good things,’ Husted said of the president
Cards ride early lead vs. Spartans for district title
A lot changed in three days, but the results stayed the same for the Canfield softball team.
Youngstown council OK'd contracts for major street improvement projects
The work includes improvements to Fifth Avenue and Front Street.
Jackson-Milton, Western Reserve to meet in district final
The ITCL rivals will face off for a D-IV district title.
WR Port Authority sues airline, seeking return of $361,714
Aerodynamics Inc. flew daily flights for a short time last summer to Chicago out of the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
West Branch gets familiar foe for district title game
The stage is set for West Branch to claim a softball district title.
Lindsay Renea dancers prepare annual concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre’s annual Celebrate Life performance and
The Vic is game for ‘Clue’ musical
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players will present “Clue, the
TBS to launch 6 series, extends ‘Conan’ deal
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Turner says TBS has closed a new deal with
Woman gets probation for role in man’s death on Idora Avenue
The defendant tiold the judge she was threatened she would be killed if she didn't do what the killers asked.
‘Alien’ with an android
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Ah, the siren song of John Denver. Who among us can resist it?
Kick it with Jones at rock fest
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Jones For Revival will wrap up three straight days of
EGCC trustees anticipate growth despite closing Warren campus
EGCC trustees anticipate growth despite closing Warren campus
20 East High students receive Kindle tablets for excellent performance
Omega Psi Phi, a black fraternity, provided the tablets.
Austintown schools hire new administrators, extend others’ contracts
Board member questions inconsistency
Brother of Howland murder defendant says prosecution is waste of money
Mike Hamad, brother of Nasser Hamad, spoke outside of the courtroom Wednesday, saying the prosecution of his brother is a waste of taxpayer money.
I-80 upgrades frustrating Valley drivers
Closures force drivers at the interchange of state Route 711 and Interstate 80 to take detours. The Ohio Department of Transportation is widening I-80, causing traffic snarls in the interim.
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): On the Season 13 finale of “Grey’s
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): On the Season 13 finale of “Grey’s Anatomy,” the doctors’ lives are
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Washington turmoil rattles markets; stocks drop
Associated Press The growing political drama in Washington rattled Wall Street on Wednesday,
‘Princess Prudy’s Promise’
‘Princess Prudy’s Promise’ Giovanna Cestone of Canfield considers McFroggy’s request for a “wee
Newly freed Chelsea Manning ‘figuring things out’
Newly freed Chelsea Manning ‘figuring things out’ KANSAS CITY, Mo. Army Pvt. Chelsea Manning,
Battery complaint dropped against Browns’ Brantley
Prosecutors dismissed the complaint, citing insufficient evidence.
Too early to mulch?
Too early to mulch? Yes! Putting new mulch on will slow the warming of your soil and prevent it
North Korea’s Kim rejects olive branch from Trump
Editorial: “If it would be appropriate for me to meet with him, I would be honored to do it. If it’s under the,
60+ guns seized from home of killer of police chief, 2 women
Associated Press NEWARK, OHIO More than 60 guns were found in the home of a man who fatally shot
SOUTHERN OHIO Brother of victim in unsolved massacre appears in court
Associated Press WAVERLY, OHIO The brother of one of the eight victims of an unsolved southern
SPORTS digest
Milena Lacatena signs with YSU softball YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State softball program has
GOP sticking with Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s striking how many congressional Republicans are concerned about
Man gets 19 years in prison for shootings of four police officers and dog
Associated Press CINCINNATI A man has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for charges related
ROAD WORK
ROAD WORK By the numbers A $91.5 million project to replace bridges and widen Interstate 80
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
Ford to cut jobs as sales level off, stock price lags
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is getting leaner as it faces an onslaught of challenges, from
Proposed state law would excuse breast-feeding moms from jury duty
Women who are breastfeeding babies could be excused from jury duty, under legislation being considered in the Ohio House.
Bud’s Towing credited for woman’s survival
The Ohio State Highway Patrol found the rescue of a Chardon woman in a culvert in the median of state Route 11 last February so remarkable, it honored the driver and her rescuers.
Millennial Theater Company to premiere ‘Nothing or All’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Millennial Theater Company will present the premiere of its original
Trump interviews four for FBI chief
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Wednesday interviewed four potential
Laying siege to state governments
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords It’s easy to become mesmerized by The Donald Show in this year’s
Museum to exhibit downtown art proposals
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 15 projects submitted to a public art installation competition will
Study: Few doctors discuss cancer costs with patients
Associated Press Most doctors did not discuss the cost of cancer treatment with patients, spent
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Alien: Covenant (R) The crew of a colony ship, bound for a remote planet,
Arrest made in theft of bee hives
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. The bee industry is buzzing over the arrest of a man accused of
Birding the Sanctuary
Birding the Sanctuary When: Saturday, 8 to 9:30 a.m. What: Enjoy an early morning bird walk at
1977 rockers still sell tickets
By WAYNE PARRY Associated Press HOLMDEL, N.J. It’s more than a feeling: Many of the rock ’n’
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Fri: Skyler Monroe and Mark Soini, 8 p.m.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Valley leadership program applications YOUNGSTOWN Applications for the Leadership Mahoning
Intel spat adds to Israeli concerns about Trump visit
Associated Press JERUSALEM When Donald Trump was elected president, Israeli nationalists
Navy admiral pleads guilty in scandal, gets prison time
Associated Press SAN DIEGO The first U.S. Navy admiral convicted of a federal crime while on
Red Scare henchman a role model for the Russia-challenged presidentSFlb
Opinion: By Walter Shapiro CQ-Roll Call Even before the president ominously hinted at a secret White
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “South Pacific,” directed by Michael Cavalier. New Castle Playhouse, 202 E.
Always Dreaming, Classic Empire will be Preakness neigh-bors
The two best horses in the Preakness will be eyeball to eyeball coming out of the starting gate.
US households owe a record amount
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. household debt reached a record high in the first three months
Ex-FBI chief spearheads new probe of RussiaSFlbSFlb
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former FBI Director Robert Mueller was given sweeping power
Clear path to jobs and growth
Opinion: By Sean McGarvey, Jacqueline Hinman and Nicholas K. AKINS Tribune News Service Labor unions and
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 18
Today is Thursday, May 18, the 138th day of 2017. There are 227 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Spring bulbs have bloomed, now what?
By Karen Santee OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer We have enjoyed the flush of bright colors
When ground is frost-free and soil is crumbly, it’s time to plant SUMMER VEGGIES
By Barb Delisio OSU Ex master gardener volunteer Hopefully you’ve set all the right things in
Business, leisure travelers ponder flying without laptops
Associated Press NEW YORK International air travelers might soon rediscover magazines,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Fontaeja Davis and Dwayne Thomas Jr., Youngstown, girl,
Snakes are helpful to your home
Q. I am emailing you photos of a snake. I am worried whether it is poisonous and we need to be on
Motorcycle accident kills 1, injures 1
Motorcycle accident kills 1, injures 1 YOUNGSTOWN One passenger was killed and a second
Covelli adds more Panera locations
The acquisition adds to Covelli’s more than 300 Panera Bread locations.
PREPS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL DIVISION IV Warren JFK 2, Maplewood 1 The Eagles won with just two hits as a team to
METRO DIGEST || WRTA’s new website
WRTA’s new website YOUNGSTOWN Western Reserve Transit Authority has unveiled a newly designed
Man gets three years in prison for selling heroin
Charged with double shooting Friday on Detroit Avenue
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Cleveland Democrat, said: “An independent investigation is long
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Cleveland Democrat, said: “An independent investigation is long overdue.
AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 7, Indians 4 CLEVELAND Corey Dickerson hit a three-run shot — his third
Wednesday, May 17 (99 stories)
Valley police departments, Sherrod Brown reacting to recent police injuries from drugs in field
Recent incidents involving first responders coming into contact with dangerous drugs have prompted some Mahoning Valley police departments and emergency medical service providers to reconsider their policies.
Ramp, lane closures on I-80 persisting
Expect to see orange cones if you’re driving on or near Interstate 80 for a long time. A cluster of closures and lane restrictions are in effect simultaneously.
Ohio Secretary of State praises Trump's performance
Secretary of State Jon Husted, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, praised Donald Trump for the job he’s doing as president.
WR Port Authority suing airline that shutdown Chicago flights
The Western Reserve Port Authority has authorized filing a lawsuit against Aerodynamics Inc., the company that flew daily flights for a short time last summer to Chicago out of Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
After two periods: Senators 5, Penguins 0
Ottawa is dominating Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Potential Development's students on autism spectrum display their artistic talents today
Friends and family came in droves to the Potential Development elementary/middle school to view the exhibition art show of students.
Woman who lured Maurise Kerns to his death gets probation
Antwanette Kennedy said as she was being sentenced for obstruction of justice for her role in the 2014 shooting death of a man on Idora Avenue that she had to break the law.
Mike Hamad defends brother in killiings resulting from online feud
Mike Hamad, brother of Nasser Hamad, spoke outside of the courtroom, saying the prosecution of his brother on murder charges is a waste of taxpayer money.
Youngstown council OKs contracts for improvement of 5th Ave., Front St., and traffic lights
City council authorized the board of control to sign contracts with the Ohio Department of Transportation for major street improvement projects that are at least a couple of years away.
Police seek help with finding missing woman
The Warren Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a 24-year-old city woman deemed a missing person possibly in danger.
Woman faces drug, soliciting charges
Officers reportedly found suspected heroin on a woman they were arresting on a charge of soliciting sex Tuesday afternoon.
Trump interviews 4 candidates to post of FBI director
Trump interviews 4 candidates to post of FBI director
UPDATE | One dead, one injured in motorcycle accident on Madison Avenue Expressway
Motorcyclist dies in accident on Madison Avenue Expressway
UPDATE | Former FBI Director Mueller to lead Trump-Russia probe
Former FBI Director Mueller to lead Trump-Russia probe
Ohio man gets prison for shooting at police dog, officers
Ohio man gets prison for shooting at police dog, officers
MYCAP seeks people for next free skills training class
MYCAP seeks people for next free skills training class
Battery complaint dropped against Browns draftee Brantley
Battery complaint dropped against Browns draftee Brantley
Ohio Secretary of State: 'Trump is doing a good job'
Ohio Secretary of State: 'Trump is doing a good job'
Ohio political commentators sue over online harassment ban
Ohio political commentators sue over online harassment ban
Liberty Township road closed until further notice beginning Friday
Liberty Township road closed until further notice beginning Friday
60-plus guns seized from home of man who killed cop, 2 women
60-plus guns seized from home of man who killed cop, 2 women
US extends Iran nuke sanctions relief, adds other sanctions
US extends Iran nuke sanctions relief, adds other sanctions
Heroin found on 'posh therapist' arrested for soliciting sex
Heroin found on 'posh therapist' arrested for soliciting sex
Crestview School District hires new boys varsity basketball, wrestling coaches
Crestview School District hires new boys varsity basketball, wrestling coaches
Worst treatment ever, Trump grumbles; Dems demand deep probe
Worst treatment ever, Trump grumbles; Dems demand deep probe
Brother of victim in unsolved Ohio massacre appears in court
Brother of victim in unsolved Ohio massacre appears in court
2 teens shot dead within hours in Toledo; no links known
2 teens shot dead within hours in Toledo; no links known
AP names Hennessey, Klapper to Washington leadership roles
AP names Hennessey, Klapper to Washington leadership roles
Man gets 3 years for drug trafficking; could get out in 6 months
Man gets 3 years for drug trafficking; could get out in 6 months
Port authority charges fraud and sues ADI for $361,000 reimbursement
Port authority charges fraud and sues ADI for $361,000 reimbursement
Dick’s Sporting Goods cutting 160 jobs in Pittsburgh-area
Dick’s Sporting Goods cutting 160 jobs in Pittsburgh-area
McDonald’s expands delivery partnership with UberEats
McDonald’s expands delivery partnership with UberEats
Markets Right Now: Banks lead an early decline for US stocks
Markets Right Now: Banks lead an early decline for US stocks
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road (corner of Kirk Road
Canfield tops Niles to end district drought
The Cardinals will meet Chagrin Falls in a regional semifinal next week.
UAW unions announce no line slowdown to come at Lordstown
The speed of the assembly line at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex will not be slowed down come July.
Mooney rallies with seven-run inning
The Cardinals and Crestview Rebels will meet in today’s district final.
Youngstown district, union lawyers mull best way to grant teacher pay raises
CEO Krish Mohip on Tuesday responded to an unfair labor practice charge filed against him by the Youngstown Education Association.
McCain: Latest Trump revelations 'Watergate size and scale'
Sen. John McCain says the latest revelations out of the Trump White House are “at a point where it’s of Watergate size and scale.”
Simon Roofing to appear on “Office Spaces” episode in June
It was lights, camera, action at Simon Roofing on Tuesday.
Girl’s survival in trip over Warren dam a ‘miracle,’ fire chief says
The teen floated down the Mahoning River Monday afternoon and went over the lowhead dam at Summit Street.
LeBron, Cavs back to Boston
LeBron James will renew his personal rivalry with the NBA’s most storied franchise tonight.
Poland Village tables talk of medical marijuana, for now
The village plans to take a closer look at the idea of prohibiting the sale, cultivation, processing and retail dispensing of medical marijuana.
Watts helps Mathews win another softball district championship
The Mustangs are headed to next week’s regional at Kent State.
DOYO Live people: Meet Marisa Sergi
Now in year two, DOYO Live is Youngtown’s digital marketing and interactive design conference. This year’s conference will take place Aug. 2-3 at Youngstown State University.
ABC unveils fall lineup ‘Roseanne’ will return
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer NEW YORK “Roseanne,” one of TV’s rare working-class
Youngstown commission votes no on Royal Oaks request
The recommendation came because the fire chief said closing the road would impact fire response time.
Students show off their entrepreneurship skills at YSU
The Youngstown students spent Tuesday making business pitches to mock investors and participating in workshops led by local business leaders.
Boardman man reports being attacked in home
Hitchcock Road resident reports being beaten up by burglar
Sex offender gets judicial release
“I ruined somebody’s life,’’ a sex offender told a judge, who released him early from prison.
Appeals court refuses to disqualify Trumbull prosecutor's office from Danny Lee Hill case
Hill's victim was Raymond Fife, 12, who was tortured as he traveled on a bicycle to his Boy Scout meeting off Palmyra Road Southwest in 1985.
Canfield students' ‘Don’t text' message on plow
Canfield senior Lexi Denney adds color to an Ohio Department of Transportation snowplow for ODOT’s annual Paint a Plow competition. The design uses a pop-art aesthetic to warn against texting and driving.
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
Prayers are answered at Stone Church
On the eighth day of creation, God said “Let there be burgers.”
Today is Wednesday, May 17, the 137th day of 2017. There are 228 days left in the year.
Today is Wednesday, May 17, the 137th day of 2017. There are 228 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Merger of area accounting firms canfield Packer Thomas, a regional certified public accounting
Massacre victim’s brother charged with evidence tampering
Associated Press WAVERLY, Ohio State authorities on Tuesday charged the brother of one of the
The top five songs for last week on the iTunes official music chart:
The top five songs for last week on the iTunes official music chart: v “I’m the One” (feat.
Go ahead ... eat the whole watermelon
Family Features Sliced or diced, grilled or blended, there are countless ways to prepare
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
White House denies, defends amid new bombshells
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump personally appealed to FBI Director James
prep sports at a glance
BASEBALL DIVISION III Champion 9, LaBrae 4 Andrew Russell struck out seven batters and walked
Limping Penguins press on vs. Senators
Seeing a top-line forward and your most indispensable defenseman walking slowly down the tunnel and out of sight during a game would be startling if the Pittsburgh Penguins haven’t grown so used to it
White House: Trump’s disclosures ‘appropriate’
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House on Tuesday defended President Donald Trump’s
Stock indexes end lower; Nasdaq reaches new high
Associated Press A subdued day of trading on Wall Street ended Tuesday with stocks closing mostly
Reducing uninsured rate comes to a halt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Five years of progress reducing the number of Americans without
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, 6:30 p.m., high school building, 13910 Mahoning
What we know about the global cyberattack
Associated Press NEW YORK As danger from a global cyberattack that hit some 150 nations
Industrial production posts big gain
Associated Press WASHINGTON American industry expanded production last month at the fastest
Pretrial for teacher
Pretrial for teacher YOUNGSTOWN A pretrial hearing is set for June 20 for a teacher at Life
New food-service director
New food-service director AUSTINTOWN The Austintown school board Tuesday hired Alexis Weber as
Area April housing sales released
Pending housing sales were up across all the Mahoning Valley year over year in April
Syria denies US allegations of mass killings
Syria denies US allegations of mass killings BEIRUT Syria on Tuesday rejected U.S.
Trump’s agenda slows to crawl
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s agenda has slowed to a crawl in Congress.
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Winners of spring guessing contest to split jackpot ANCHORAGE, Alaska Organizers
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
Marriage licenses Geoffrey I. Lewis, 32, of, 2169 Cranbrook Court, Youngstown, and Erica L. Giancola, 30, of same.
UN predicts expanding economic growth
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The United Nations predicted Tuesday that the global economy
Mexican farmers take on Trump
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Often, when world powers pick fights with seemingly powerless
Time to get a job, grads
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant My best advice? I am eager to offer it. Having circled
Internet platforms have key role in the battle against fake news
Opinion: By Matthew A. BAUM and DAVID LAZER Los Angeles Times We know a lot about fake news. Academics
Beware the dangers of road work ahead in Valley
Editorial: With another school year ending and the Memorial Day holiday weekend beckoning, many of us are more
Tuesday, May 16 (104 stories)
Youngstown student entrepreneurs compete in mock 'Shark Tank' event today
Young entrepreneurs were showered with thousands of dollars – fake dollars – by mock investors as part of the Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley’s Innovation Challenge event at Youngstown State University’s Williamson College of Business Administration.
Youngstown schools CEO, teachers union remain at odds over raises, contract control
Lawyers for Krish Mohip, Youngstown schools CEO, and the teachers union will have to agree on what is the best way to grant teacher raises without violating labor laws.
No summer slowdown, jobs preserved, GM Lordstown union leaders announce
The speed of the assembly line at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex will not be slowed this summer.
Fox Business filming Simon Roofing for June TV show
It was lights, camera, action at Simon Roofing today
Teen in county care rescued unhurt from jump into churning river
The Warren fire chief calls it a “miracle” that a teen who floated on the currents down the Mahoning River on Monday afternoon went over the lowhead dam at Summit Street and survived.
ODOT plow gets eye-popping paint, thanks to Canfield students
When Mahoning County drivers are battling snowstorms next winter, the plow on one particular Ohio Department of Transportation truck may pop out at them.
Planning commission rejects Royal Oaks bar request
The planning commission recommended city council reject a request from an East Side bar/restaurant to vacate a portion of Lansing Street for an outdoor patio.
Judge grants Justin Cadle early release
A 25-year-old North Jackson man sentenced last summer to four years in prison for unlawful sexual activity with a minor has been released from prison after serving 81⁄2 months.
Dramatic late-inning comeback lifts Mooney to district final
Cardinals trailed 6-4 with two outs left in season
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
White House denies Comey memo, created to document Trump's attempt at interference
The New York Times said it was part of a paper trail Comey created documenting what he saw as Trump’s efforts to improperly interfere in the ongoing probe.
Estranged husband of Ohio house fire victim in custody
Estranged husband of Ohio house fire victim in custody
Report: Trump asked Comey to shut down Flynn investigation
Report: Trump asked Comey to shut down Flynn investigation
Cosby says he doesn't expect to testify at sex assault trial
Cosby says he doesn't expect to testify at sex assault trial
Cincinnati Bengals' 'Pacman' Jones pleads guilty to 1 charge
Cincinnati Bengals' 'Pacman' Jones pleads guilty to 1 charge
Royal Oaks outdoor patio request likely will be turned down
Youngstown Planning Commission turns down Royal Oaks outdoor patio request
Syria denies US allegations of mass killings, crematorium
Syria denies US allegations of mass killings, crematorium
Ohio Secretary of State Husted to tour Mahoning County election board offices Wednesday
Ohio Secretary of State Husted to tour Mahoning County election board offices Wednesday
2 men arraigned on theft charges in Girard Municipal Court
2 men arraigned on theft charges in Girard Municipal Court
Pipeline disputes owing more for harm to historic Ohio sites
Pipeline disputes owing more for harm to historic Ohio sites
Ohio Supreme Court Justice faces misconduct investigation
Ohio Supreme Court Justice faces misconduct investigation
UPDATED | Unions report upcoming Cruze slowdown, layoffs avoided
Unions report upcoming Cruze slowdown, layoffs avoided
Garden District Neighborhood Assoc. meeting is tonight
Garden District Neighborhood Assoc. meeting is tonight
UN, Microsoft announce $5M partnership on human rights
UN, Microsoft announce $5M partnership on human rights
Ohio Rep. Pat Tiberi decides not to make 2018 US Senate run
Ohio Rep. Pat Tiberi decides not to make 2018 US Senate run
Ohio transgender library employee settles health care lawsuit
Ohio transgender library employee settles health care lawsuit
Democratic Rep. Kathleen Clyde vies for Ohio elections chief
Democratic Rep. Kathleen Clyde vies for Ohio elections chief
Dad tries to fathom why son allegedly decapitated his mother
Dad tries to fathom why son allegedly decapitated his mother
Life Skills teacher in Youngstown charged with misdemeanor assault
Life Skills teacher in Youngstown charged with misdemeanor assault
'Office Spaces' filming episode at Simon Roofing in Boardman
Today the TV show, "Office Spaces" is at Simon Roofing in Boardman to film for an episode airing in July on Fox Business.
Woman worked over with tire tool after Facebook argument over hair
Woman worked over with tire tool after Facebook argument over hair
Bon Jovi surprises grads, guests with commencement show
Bon Jovi surprises grads, guests with commencement show
US Coast Guard reports small plane overdue in Bahamas
US Coast Guard reports small plane overdue in Bahamas
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. May 25 at Bogey’s
Annual Heart Ball set at Rustic Acres
Annual Heart Ball set at Rustic Acres VOLANT, PA. The annual Mercer-Lawrence Heart Ball will
Local reps fight bill provisions for firefighters
Local state representatives say provisions made to House Bill 27 puts hurdles in front of firefighters filing workers’ compensation claims.
Youngstown council will consider legislation Wednesday for improvement projects, including one that won’t start until 2022
The reason for the proposals is to get lengthy design work started this year
Hubbard Council mulls ban on medical marijuana businesses
Proposal would prohibit growth, sale of medical marijuana within city limits.
Killer seeks early release
A man who got 13 years in a 2008 slaying wants out of prison after serving nine years.
The Touched by Nathan Foundation gets a new name and a new home
A fundraiser for Touched by Nathan is from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Mount Carmel Banquet Hall in Youngstown
Teacher’s union files unfair labor complaint against CEO Mohip
Dispute centers on offer of raise and contract reopening
Warren woman says Eastern Gateway’s Warren campus provided the opportunity she needed to succeed
Warren woman says Eastern Gateway’s Warren campus provided the opportunity she needed to succeed
Woman who was at Warren officer-involved shooting killed by gunfire in Detroit
Woman who was at Warren officer-involved shooting killed by gunfire in Detroit
Sept. 1, 2018, workshop transfer set
Meshel Workshop services would transfer to MASCO Inc. Sept. 1, 2018.
Fox looks to sci-fi for fall lineup
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer NEW YORK The Fox network is calling on superpowers and Seth
Botched double play sends Canfield to district final
The Canfield and Poland baseball teams split the regular season series, but they played one more game on Monday night for bragging rights and a chance to advance to the Division II district final
Five groups pitched proposals to Youngstown council for medical marijuana cultivation businesses in the city
The state will grant 24 grower licenses in Ohio
Celtics take Game 7, will face Cavaliers
boston Isaiah Thomas scored 29 points and had 12 assists, Kelly Olynyk scored a career-playoff
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 16
Today is Tuesday, May 16, the 136th day of 2017. There are 229 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Changes in Medicaid distributions worry school districts FUNDING AT RISK
By SALLY HO and CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press For school districts still getting their
Motorists using Route 711 and Interstate 80 eastbound will have to adjust
Motorists using Route 711 and Interstate 80 eastbound will have to adjust
Mom charged in death of son
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. A Connecticut mother whose autistic teenage son died after
Back-pain workshop
Back-pain workshop CANFIELD The Center for Physical Health, 4137 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Harry Styles: Tonight, Wednesday
Israel-US spat erupts ahead of Trump visit
Associated Press JERUSALEM A diplomatic spat on Monday erupted between U.S. and Israeli
White House: Cyberattack has not affected US government
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s homeland security adviser said Monday the
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brianna Carpenter and Rodney McDowell, Youngstown, girl,
Senate committee makes big mess
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View The Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing on Russia
washington Report: Trump shared classified info with Russians
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump revealed highly classified information about
Korver’s shot perfect as Cavs aim for the title
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE For months, Kyle Korver felt a little lost in his new
Russia probe not over
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Donald Trump’s firing of FBI Director James Comey was aimed
Launch tests Trump’s strategy
Associated Press WASHINGTON North Korea’s launch of a longer-range missile shows advances in its
Trump playing into Putin’s hands
Opinion: The irony was too rich. President Trump meets with the Russian foreign minister the day after he
Mahoning County is in bind without full-time pathologist
Editorial: When Mahoning County Coroner Dr. David Kennedy used the words “pie in the sky” to refer to building
oddly enough
oddly enough Fire set to scare off opossums destroys house LANCASTER, Pa. A Pennsylvania man
PREPS AT A GLANCE
MONDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Akron Ellet 6, Howland 0 The second-seeded Tigers were
Cleveland’s bullpen dominant in win over Rays
Carlos Carrasco left with muscle tightness in fourth inning
State Republican party chairman says she’s not recognizing list of Trumbull officers that includes Randy Law
State Republican party chairman says she’s not recognizing list of Trumbull officers that includes Randy Law
Sherrod Brown sends letter to President Trump on fair trade with China
Sherrod Brown sends letter to President Trump on fair trade with China
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Public Library board of trustees, 6 p.m., regular meeting, 204 S.
Predators looking to stay perfect at home in playoffs
Ducks applying pressure after Sunday’s comeback win
Robbery is thwarted
Robbery is thwarted WARREN An employee of Circle K on Parkman Road Northwest pushed the safe
Monday’s other MLB games
INTERLEAGUE Braves 10, Blue Jays 6 TORONTO Freddie Freeman hit his 13th homer, Nick Markakis
SPORTS digest
YSU hosting Elite basketball camp The Youngstown State men’s basketball program has added an Elite
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Celebs now get private treatment at LAX LOS ANGELES Sorry, paparazzi. Celebrities
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO TODAY 5 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: ATP Rome. 6 a.m. (NHLN) Hockey: Sweden vs. Slovakia, IIHF
Teacher is cited on an assault charge
Teacher is cited on an assault charge YOUNGSTOWN Police issued a summons to a teacher at Life
Monday, May 15 (78 stories)
Ohio GOP won't recognize Randy Law as Trumbull GOP chairman
Ohio GOP won't recognize Randy Law as Trumbull GOP chairman
Man seeks early release from prison after serving 9 years
Man seeks early release from prison after serving 9 years
Hubbard council mulls ban on medical marijuana facilities
Hubbard council mulls ban on medical marijuana facilities
DD board planning to transfer adult workshop services to MASCO
DD board planning to transfer adult workshop services to MASCO
Groups explain to Youngstown officials the benefits of growing medical marijuana in the city
Groups explain to Youngstown officials the benefits of growing medical marijuana in the city
Youngstown police cite teacher with assault on student
Youngstown police cite teacher with assault on student
Noted journalist Javier Valdez killed in Mexico's Sinaloa
Noted journalist Javier Valdez killed in Mexico's Sinaloa
Report: Trump shared secret info about IS with Russians
Report: Trump shared secret info about IS with Russians
Ohio chief died exiting car at nursing home shooting
Ohio chief died exiting car at nursing home shooting
Travel ban judges scrutinize Trump's Muslim statements
Travel ban judges scrutinize Trump's Muslim statements
Drunken Ohio police officer gets jail for dropping gun during movie
Drunken Ohio police officer gets jail for dropping gun during movie
UPDATE | 9-year-old's cocaine death being treated as homicide
UPDATE | 9-year-old's cocaine death being treated as homicide
Today marks the first All for the Kids Awareness Day
Today marks the first All for the Kids Awareness Day
Motorists using Route 711 and Interstate 80 eastbound will have to adjust
Motorists using Route 711 and Interstate 80 eastbound will have to adjust
Officials meet to defend firefighters' worker's comp rights
Officials meet to defend firefighters' worker's comp rights
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Canfield Republican Women’s Club is sponsoring a Quarter Auction Fundraiser on June 7 at
UPDATE | Woman sentenced in 2013 Walker case killed in Detroit
Reagan Jelks, center, gets hugs from family and friends after was found not guilty of involuntary manslaughter in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court on Feb. 13, 2015. She was found guilty of two weapons charges.
Brown meets with steel union to decry China policies
Brown meets with steel union to decry China policies
Multiple deaths at #Akron house fire today
Firefighters report multiple deaths in blaze at Akron home
Judge: #Uber can't use tech taken from #Waymo
Judge orders Uber not to use technology taken from Waymo
Firefighters report multiple deaths in blaze at Akron home
Firefighters report multiple deaths in blaze at Akron home
Mom charged with manslaughter of underweight #autistic teen
Mom charged with manslaughter of underweight autistic teen
Seth MacFarlane hooks up with Fox for fall program
Fox looks to sci-fi, fantasy this fall; MacFarlane in space
North Korea: New long-range missile can carry heavy nuke
North Korea: New long-range missile can carry heavy nuke
THIS HAPPENS TONIGHT: I-80 work will alter traffic on 711
A traffic pattern change will begin at 7 p.m. Monday for the Interstate 80 widening project, the Ohio Department of Transportation has announced.
Markets Right Now: Energy stocks lead indexes higher
Markets Right Now: Energy stocks lead indexes higher
That guy you were calling for cocaine? He's in jail facing drug charges
That guy you were calling for cocaine? He's in jail facing drug charges
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Komodo dragon bites Singaporean tourist JAKARTA, Indonesia A Komodo dragon has
Authors and the art of ‘the beach read’ Summer BOOKS preview
By HILLEL ITALIE and ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK For author Elin Hilderbrand,
Local Chevy dealers put out Cruze-focused commercial
The Chevrolet All Stars, a group of 17 Mahoning and Shenango valley dealers, developed the commercial.
Boardman High School student to attend prestigious drama school
BHS senior is one of six accepted into competitive dramaturgy program
Violinist Sobieska to perform at concerts
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The New Music Guild’s third concerts of the season will feature
Youngstown, Ursuline, Valley Christian schools launch pioneering city internet program
Youngstown City School District, Valley Christian Schools and Ursuline High bridging gaps to home internet connectivity
Idora Park artifacts will be part of display
Staff report GIRARD The Idora Park Experience museum will bring memorabilia from the defunct
Trumbull sees a spike in homicides in early 2017. Are drugs a factor?
Trumbull sees a spike in homicides in early 2017. Are drugs a factor?
Youngstown is spending $1.3 million to pave parts of 72 streets
The work will start about May 30 and be done in August
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Cafaro Foundation awards announced NILES The Cafaro Foundation is awarding a total of $55,000
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Chelsea McGuire and Kyle Frazier, Youngstown, girl, May
Trump’s firing of Comey a blow to America’s reputation globally
Opinion: By Leonid Bershidsky Bloomberg View The Trump-Russia scandal is eating the U.S. from the
auto racing
auto racing NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Go Bowling 400 Saturday’s Results At Kansas Speedway
Governor says convention surplus should have gone back to taxpayers
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Gov. Tom Wolf says the committee that raised public and private
prep sports at a glance
WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL Canfield 4, Boardman 2 Winning pitcher Brayden Beck pitched four
Sharon Speedway races rained out
Sharon Speedway races rained out Hartford Racing got under way on Saturday at Sharon Speedway,
N. Korea challenges South’s new leader
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Just five days after South Korea elected a president who
YOUNGSTOWN PAVING Youngstown will be paving the following streets, primarily in neighborhoods, during June, July and August:
Garland Avenue from Hill Street to Dale Street Victor Avenue from Albert Street to Garland Avenue
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 15
Today is Monday, May 15, the 135th day of 2017. There are 230 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Bill allows every person in Ohio to grow food on their own property and to responsibly raise small livestock
Bill allows every person in Ohio to grow food on their own property and to responsibly raise small livestock
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Guardians 2’ rules as ‘King Arthur’ flops LOS ANGELES The first major box office
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown school board, 5:30 p.m., middle school, 800 S. Raccoon Road.
N. Korea: Latest missile could carry heavy nuke
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea said today the missile it launched Sunday was a
Cyberattack havoc may grow today
Associated Press LONDON Employees booting up computers at work today could see red as they
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
TRUMBULL county homicide defendants
Claudia Hoerig of Newton Falls, indicted on aggravated-murder charges April 24, 2007, in the
Clapper: US under assault by Trump and Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON American democracy is “under assault” on separate fronts from
South Avenue crash
South Avenue crash YOUNGSTOWN A vehicle crashed into a utility pole at about 7 p.m. Saturday on
Senate puts public health above party brand in vote to keep methane-gas rule
Editorial: Obscured amid the dizzying dust-up of last week’s firing of FBI Director James Comey came one of
Counties need stability
Opinion: By Bryan Desloge Tribune News Service The ink is barely dry on an agreement to keep the federal
Sunday, May 14 (88 stories)
N. Korean missile tested Sunday could carry heavy nuclear warhead
It appears to represent a big step toward fielding a nuclear missile capable of reaching the U.S.
Ohio legislator seeks to outlaw zoning bans on raising chickens, rabbits, other small livestock
Roosters would be exempt from the easing of restrictions
Democracy is under assault by Trump, former intelligence chief says
Trump's U.N. ambassador said as CEO of the government, the president has the right to hire and fire as he pleases
Youngstown set to begin repaving 72 streets
The $1.3 million project is expected to begin later this month
Angered American voters vent over health care, Trump
Democrats hope to transform the anger into a takeover of the U.S. House and Senate in next year's elections
'King Arthur' flops at box office this weekend
'Guardians,' 'Snatched' rank as top film draws of the weekend
IRS officials fear for their lives if forced to testify in tea-party lawsuit
The tea party believes the public has a right to details on the IRS' targeting of conservative groups
Homeowners sue to block natural-gas pipelines through Northeast Ohio
The city of Green also is considering a lawsuit to block the pipeline
White House calls N. Korea 'flagrant menace' after latest missile test
The statement fell short of threatening military action
Local joins Society of Collegiate Scholars
Local joins Society of Collegiate Scholars YOUNGSTOWN Lauren Elizabeth Aey of Youngstown
UP FOR ADOPTION
Name: Marvin Info: Marvin is a 4-year-old shepherd mix looking for a forever home. He was found as
Mom's the Word
The winner of this year’s Mother’s Day Photo Contest, “Mom’s the Word,” is this picture of Karen
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant on
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Ruth Shrine 64 will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Poland Masonic Temple, 7685 Youngstown-Pittsburgh
Monday Night Writers meet at library
Monday Night Writers meet at library canfield Monday Night Writers will meet from 6 to 8 p.m.
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs will meet at noon at Tippecanoe Country
Founder of Women of Excellence honored at Girl Talk meeting
Women of Excellence was founded in Youngstown in 1998 to eradicate domestic abuse.
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 1 p.m. at the Winery at Pine Lake. Hostess will be Alma Moore.
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Volunteers needed to place flags on veterans' graves
Volunteers are needed to help place American flags on the graves of veterans buried at historic Oak Hill Cemetery on the city’s South Side before Memorial Day, which will be celebrated this year on May 29.
Local vets to join national march Saturday
Veterans across the U.S. will walk in solidarity Saturday to raise awareness of veteran issues that need immediate attention and action: homelessness, suicide, post-traumatic stress disorder and unemployment.
Mahoning County coroner’s office in limbo
The coroner’s office seeks a new forensic pathologist and will undergo a morgue ventilation upgrade.
Kordupel outduels teammate Jonda in qualifier
Boardman’s Bryan Kordupel defeated Spartans teammate Bobby Jonda in a one-hole playoff to win the 17-U division.
Don’t raise coroner standards, legislators say
Increasing the standards could hurt smaller counties, legislators say.
More than 330 athletes participate in Special Olympics in Girard
A smile crossed Ron Frisbie’s face as he looked at the gold medal draped around his neck. Yet for him, the biggest rewards were sheer camaraderie and simply having the opportunity to interact with others.
Ursuline, Canfield players among district tennis qualifiers
Austin Arfaras and Luke Tsudis are bidding to return to state.
Community Bible Study celebrates 25 years in the Valley
It’s part of Community Bible Study, a nondenominational program with an international reach. It first came to the Youngstown area in 1992, and the group celebrated its 25th year in the Valley last week.
Beaver Township winery seeks ‘destination’ status
The Vineyards at Pine Lake, 14101 Market St., consists of vineyards that visitors see at the entrance, a wine-making and bottling plant, a wine-tasting room with an outdoor deck overlooking the lake and a lakefront event center.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL Regular season Canfield 8-10, Uniontown Lake 7-6 Ally Sammarco singled three times
25 years of Athena
Local women with professional achievements have been recognized with Athena Awards for 25 years
Youngstown students to compete in local 'Shark Tank'
Cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place finishers.
METRO DIGEST || I-80 restrictions start Monday
I-80 roadwork GIRARD A traffic pattern change will begin at 7 p.m. Monday for the Interstate 80
METRO DIGEST || Volunteers needed to place flags on graves
Volunteers are needed to help place American flags on the graves of veterans buried at historic Oak Hill Cemetery on the city’s South Side before Memorial Day, which will be celebrated this year on May 29.
Role model moms in the Valley
Setting examples for their young ones with the message "The sky is the limit,' are local moms, from left, Danielle Rollison of Austintown with her daughter Kairi Ludouice, 1; Rochelle Robinson of Youngstown, a grandmother and guardian of her grandson, Joshua Atkins; and Nancy Gocala, 56, of Canfield, who attended college simultaneously with her son, Max (in the photo, center), and her daughter, Megan, at right.
St. Louis to turn Chuck Berry’s home into museum
St. Louis to turn Chuck Berry’s home into museum ST. LOUIS St. Louis is planning to convert
A look at Disney World’s new Pandora-World of Avatar land $500M EXPERIENCE
By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. It’s not a movie set, but visitors
In the cup!
In the cup! Area holes-in-one Marshall Buck aced the 140-yard No. 16 at Tippecanoe Country Club
For the Week of Sunday, May 14, 2017
Ryan J. Reed et al to Lindsey J. Smith, Adeer Drive, Canfield, $172,000. Corey D. Richards to
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REALTORS Howard Hanna Real Estate Services recently announced two important changes to the Ohio
ADHD column drew opposing responses
Tribune News Service (TNS) I fully expected my recent column on ADHD – in which I expanded upon
18 nominated for 2017 Athena Award
The Athena Award dinner will be presented by The Vindicator and the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber on Thursday
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
area golf calendar
MAY Wednesday — Tam O’Shanter Senior Open. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. Call 724-981-3552 or email
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
Focus on race in election for mayor disheartening
Opinion: Focus on race in election for mayor disheartening For all 47 years of my life, I have been
golf | Area scores
deer creek golf course Deer Creek Women Golf Association of Hubbard — A level: Marilyn Gamon 23,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Alesha Brown and Willie J. Chatman III, Youngstown, boy,
Youngstown Italian Fest seeks pageant applicants
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest is seeking applicants for its
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
A break from golf provides perspective on motherhood
Jonah Karzmer’s annual tribute to moms is a bit more personal and serious.
Youngstown Playhouse ‘Hairspray’ could use touch more hold
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown I can hear the bells. But I can’t quite hear
Our broken internet
Opinion: Raspberry Pi is a program on Youngstown’s South Side that allows city school children to build their
Mercer County announces polling changes for primary
Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Tuesday
Snap plunges as Facebook’s shadow looms Bent on copying
By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Facebook has been bent on copying Snapchat
Smelling-salt holders date back to 18th century
Smelling salts have been used to revive someone who is feeling faint or has lost consciousness since
Poison ivy remedy helps ease chigger bite itch
Q. My favorite remedy for chigger bites is Ivy-Dry. This product stops the maddening itch of the
“Alien: Covenant” will be released in theaters this week, the latest in the sci-fi
“Alien: Covenant” will be released in theaters this week, the latest in the sci-fi horror movie
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 14
Today is Sunday, May 14, the 134th day of 2017. There are 231 days left in the year. This is
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Doctorates Educational administration Kelly S. Darney of Columbiana has earned her
Means is Monday’s Curbstone speaker
Means is Monday’s Curbstone speaker BEAVER TOWNSHIP WBBW-AM 1240 sports director Marc Means is
Athena Award | Past Mahoning Valley recipients Below are the Athena Award winners through the years and their titles the year they won the award.
2016: Kathy Cook, president, St. Joseph Warren Hospital/Mercy Heath. 2015: Eugenia Aubel,
Trump says ‘fast decision’ possible on new FBI director
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Saturday that “we can make a fast
S. Korea: N. Korea launches ballistic missile
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea today test-launched a ballistic missile that
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 6:15 p.m., special meeting, administration building,
Officer seriously injured in crash on job
Staff report BAZETTA Champion Township Police Sgt. Jeff White was seriously injured Saturday
Comey may get chance to publicly defend name
Comey may get chance to publicly defend name WASHINGTON James Comey cut an unorthodox path as
Gunman in police chief killing had violent past
Associated Press KIRKERSVILLE, Ohio Court records show the man authorities say gunned down an
How to beat a surprise medical bill
There are two ways to combat surprise medical bills, whether they come from an air ambulance, a
Love of a mother is constant despite generational contrasts
Opinion: By Joyce Eisenberg and Ellen Scolnic The Philadelphia Inquirer As we watch our young next-door
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Platinum member YOUNGSTOWN The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining recently
Medical marijuana offers prospect of jobs in Valley
Opinion: When the state of Ohio goes through the process of selecting the 24 growers who will cultivate
Kasich should call GM
Opinion: During a recent meeting with The Vindicator Editorial Board, regional chamber boss Tom Humphries was
Saturday, May 13 (67 stories)
Senators take Game 1 from Penguins in OT
Bobby Ryan beat Marc-Andre Fleury on a breakaway 4:59 into overtime.
Foster parenting events next week in Youngstown, Mercer
May is National Foster Care Month. Come and learn what is involved in becoming a Certified Foster Parent from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Brandy Springs Park, 233 New Wilmington Road.
Warren Relay raises nearly $267K this year, falling short of goal
The 2017 Warren Relay for Life, often the state’s top relay in the American Cancer Society’s signature fund-raising event, raised $266,735 after expenses.
Hundreds of athletes from 7 counties compete today in Special Olympics in Girard
A smile crossed Ron Frisbie’s face as he looked at the gold medal draped around his neck.
Global cyber-attack's success largely rests with laziness, neglect, procrastination
The cyberextortion attack hitting dozens of countries spread quickly and widely thanks to an unusual confluence of factor.
N. Korea launches another missile, reaching 435 miles
North Korea launched a ballistic missile Sunday (North Korea time) that flew about 700 kilometers (435 miles), South Korea's military said.
Champion officer injured in crash
Champion Township Police Sgt. Jeff White was seriously injured this morning when, he swerved to avoid another vehicle on North Park Avenue Extension, causing his cruiser to go off the left side of the road and overturn several times.
Carol Pitcairn | Edgar Castaneda
ELLSWORTH Crossroads Community Baptist Church, Ann Arbor, Mich., was the setting of the April 22
Valerie Cramer|Carl Martin
POLAND Valerie Cramer and Carl Martin were married at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 22, 2016, at Poland Village
Dr. Kirsten Midgley|Dr. Kurt Wagner
WASHINGTON, D.C. Dr. Kristen Joan Midgley and Dr. Kurt Erik Wagner were married March 24 at The
Miss McBride, Mr. Marstellar plan July vows
Shannon McBride and Kevin Marstellar, both of Austintown, are engaged and planning a July 8 wedding.
Morgan Fagnano, Steve Donahue
New middletown Morgan Fagnano and Steve Donahue are engaged and plan to marry June 24. The bride-
Wilson Hall of Fame Dinner set for May 28
The annual dinner will honor 11 inductees, and support the Woodrow Wilson High School Legacy Scholarship at YSU.
Kids to score big with items from fake-memorabilia bust
Fraudulent sporting equipment finds a second life
Pontius leads Springfield past Ursuline
Freshman Molly Pontius hit a three-run homer to lift the Tigers.
Congregation Rodef Sholom marks 150 years, reflects on future
The congregation began its anniversary service Friday night with a special guest soloist, Neshama Carlebach.
Dowd’s HR puts YSU softball in title showdown
YSU must beat UIC twice today to win the Horizon League.
Cancer survivors share stories of hope at Warren Relay for Life
More than 1,000 people formed on East Market Street Friday evening by the Trumbull County Courthouse – all of them with one special bond. They are cancer survivors.
Boardman man being investigated for sex offenses
Police took Robert Boyd into custody after searching two Boardman addresses
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Division I Boardman 1, Stow-Munroe Falls 0 Luke
Ryan Blaney captures first Monster pole
Ryan Blaney captures first Monster pole KANSAS CITY, Kan. Ryan Blaney earned his first career
Tom Brady will be on cover of ‘Madden 18’ video game
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer Now, Tom Brady truly has reached the pinnacle. At least
The Zac Brown Band returns to its country roots on new album Zac is back
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK If there’s any doubt about the style of music
Mahoning Valley to receive $685K to fight opioid addiction
Trumbull County, hard hit by the opioid crisis, will receive the bulk of the money.
Mahoning sheriff probes check forgeries
Nine checks, appearing to be government checks, were forged and cashed at stores in the Springfield and Dayton areas.
Liberty police chase ends after suspect's car crashes with child inside
Suspect initially gave name “Thomas Jefferson” to police.
Fire on International Towers 15th floor causes brief evacuation
Fire on International Towers 15th floor causes brief evacuation
Special night of celebration for Valley teens
Students participate in a conga line during the 20th annual Special Needs Prom Friday at St. Mary’s Assumption Social Center.
Local auto sales up 18.6 percent in April
There were 5,021 sales of new and used vehicles in April 2017 compared with 4,232 in April 2016.
Address global warming posthaste
Opinion: By Dean Baker Tribune News Service There are two enormous myths about global warming. One is
Former Browns WR Jackson killed
Former Browns WR Michael Jackson, 48, died in a motorcycle accident.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray,” 7:30 p.m.: The movie-turned-Broadway musical on stage
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
Marriage licenses Corey J. Fonner, 22, of 3425 Kirk Road, Youngstown, and Hunter C. Kelleher, 22, of same.
Rifle safety, target shooting
Rifle safety, target shooting Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game is having a series of range and
Take hands-off approach to baby wildlife
The hills are alive with wild creatures. In May, white-tailed deer drop fawns, litters of raccoons
Browns rookie denies any illegal drug use
Jabrill Peppers is under scrutiny after being placed in the NFL’s drug program for a diluted urine sample.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Name change YOUNGSTOWN Dominion East Ohio on Friday began serving customers under its new name,
GREATEST JUNIORS QUALIFIER
GREATEST JUNIORS QUALIFIER TEE TIMES TODAY AT SQUAW CREEK BOYS 17-U 1 p.m. Joey Vitali,
Bella Sera event to benefit Oblate Sisters
Bella Sera event to benefit Oblate Sisters YOUNGSTOWN The third annual Bella Sera event is
Research reveals America is becoming less religious
The Kansas City Star (TNS) KANSAS CITY, Mo. Josh Stewart differs from most atheists. He’ll tell
METROSFlbdigest
Fatal Indiana crash involves Canfield man WAYNE, Ind. Indiana State Police are investigating an
Our sick, cruel culture
Opinion: Toledo Blade: In a truly alarming study, made after an extensive examination of school and police
METRO DIGEST || Citation to commemorate All for the Kids
All For the Kids AUSTINTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, will present Hope Foundation
OUT & ABOUT Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Music to my ears
Many years ago, a red-winged blackbird made quite an impression on a young angler. I don’t know
Attorney general sparks fear with push for harsh sentences
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s federal prosecutors should bring the toughest charges
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 13
Today is Saturday, May 13, the 133rd day of 2017. There are 232 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
After four weeks, S&P 500 down
Associated Press NEW YORK Shares of department stores sank again Friday, hurt by more evidence
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Frank Palmer and Fallon Evans, Youngstown, boy, May 11.
Trump lawyers push back against Russia ties in letter
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawyers for President Donald Trump said Friday that a review of his
Police chief, 2 nursing home employees killed; shooter dead
Associated Press KIRKERSVILLE, Ohio An armed man gunned down a new village police chief on an
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD May
Dozens of countries hit by huge cyber attack
Associated Press NEW YORK Dozens of countries were hit with a huge cyber- extortion attack
US retail sales rebounded in April after sluggish winter
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans stepped up their spending at auto dealers, hardware
Trump warns ousted FBI chief in tweet
Associated Press WASHINGTON Raging against a political firestorm, President Donald Trump on
School says Ohio boy never said he was bullied
Associated Press CINCINNATI An 8-year-old boy shown on surveillance video being knocked to the
CEOs making out like bandits
Opinion: By David O. FRIEDRICHS The Philadelphia Inquirer The Wall Street Journal reported last month
Let’s hear it for Valley’s heroes for health care
Editorial: Hospitals across the coun- try face daunting challenges in their mission to provide professional,
Tourism hot spots: Hawaii & Ohio?
Opinion: COLUMBUS Remember that time the governor urged people to consider Ohio for their vacation
Friday, May 12 (115 stories)
Items confiscated from fraudulent sports memorabilia ring to benefit local kids
Canfield police really hit a home run when making a traffic stop four years ago.
Valley's special needs kids get a night at the prom
Students with special needs from across Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties spent Friday night dancing to Top 40 songs and celebrating the end of the school year.
Mahoning sheriff's office probing 9 forged checks linked to county, state accounts
The Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the cashing of nine forged checks bearing a Mahoning County account number at stores in the Springfield and Dayton areas, three of them appearing to be from an account controlled by the state’s auditor's office.
Boardman man under investigation for possible sex offenses, house searched
A township man who police took into custody Friday is being investigated for a “possible series of sex offenses,” Boardman Police Chief Jack Nichols said.
Warren Relay kicks off tonight with 1,000 cancer survivors
More than 1,000 people formed on East Market Street Friday evening by the Trumbull County Courthouse—all of them with one special bond. They are cancer survivors.
UPDATE | Fire on International Towers 15th floor causes brief evacuation
Fire on International Towers 15th floor causes brief evacuation
Ram pickup air bags can fail in rollover; 1 death reported
Fiat Chrysler is recalling approximately 1 million Ram pickups in North America due to a software glitch that could prevent side air bags and seatbelts from deploying during a rollover.
Road closed following car crash at state Route 304 in Hubbard
Road closed following car crash at state Route 304 in Hubbard
UPDATE | Man led from Boardman home in sex offense investigation
Police have identified the man who was taken into custody at a Lockwood Boulevard address this morning as Robert Boyd.
Liberty police chase ends after suspect’s car crashes
Liberty police chase ends after suspect’s car crashes
UPDATE | Sheriff: Gunman kills police chief, 2 nursing home workers
Sheriff: Gunman kills police chief, 2 nursing home workers
Greatest Juniors: Saturday tee times at Squaw Creek
Greatest Juniors: Saturday tee times at Squaw Creek
US, EU in urgent talks on expanding laptop ban on flights
US, EU in urgent talks on expanding laptop ban on flights
Canfield PD to donate sports memorabilia recovered in fraud case
Canfield PD to donate sports memorabilia recovered in fraud case
Pa. man arrested in Boardman on warrants for fraud
Pa. man arrested in Boardman on warrants for fraud
Dominion East Ohio changes name to Dominion Energy Ohio
Dominion East Ohio changes name to Dominion Energy Ohio
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Trump to Comey: Better hope there are no ’tapes’ of talks
Trump to Comey: Better hope there are no ’tapes’ of talks
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Youngstown teachers don’t believe raise without strings attached
Youngstown teachers expressed disbelief with a 7 percent raise offer by district CEO Krish Mohip
Warren woman to spend 27 more days in jail for sex with dog
Amber L. Finney of Ward Avenue Northwest pleaded no contest to engaging in sexual conduct with a dog and was ordered to serve 27 days in jail.
111 projects led to $1.1 billion in investment in the Valley
The 111 projects economic development agencies worked on in 2016 resulted in $1.1 billion of new investment, 1,253 new jobs and 3,092 retained jobs.
TAG appoints new drug-force commander; Ashtabula’s role still undetermined
Ashtabula County Prosecutor Nick Iarocci said the relationship between Ashtabula County officials and new Trumbull County Sheriff Paul Monroe ‘got off to a rocky start’
Our Lady of Fatima celebration is Saturday
A public celebration is set at the Shrine of Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Church on the city’s West Side.
Film is flawed retelling of ‘King Arthur’ myth
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer Deep into Guy Ritchie’s “King Arthur: Legend of the Sword ,” a
Historian, publisher to deliver lecture
Staff report LIBERTY Mark Peyko, publisher of Metro Monthly newspaper, will be the guest at the
Latino Food Festival returns to OCCHA hall
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The sixth annual International Latino Food Festival of the OCCHA
WRTA routes being renumbered
Bus routes are being renumbered, but routes and schedules aren’t changing, WRTA director says.
New Canfield water tank contract awarded
Commissioners also approved agreements for street-sweeping, a hazardous waste collection and the annual road resurfacing.
Pa. cops believe body is that of missing teen
The body of a girL, believed to be the victim, was found Thursday in a field in Saybrook Township.
Boardman officials to narrow list of police chief candidates
Deliberations on next Boardman police chief are to continue next week.
Struthers council to review W. Wilson parking
Council plans to vote on the West Wilson issue at the next regular meeting May 24.
Youngstown buildings, grounds commissioner gets $14K in severance
He is running as an independent candidate for mayor,
Fitch serves up gratitude to senior citizens
Seth Welch, a junior at Austintown Fitch High School, serves food to community members at the school’s biannual senior citizens dinner Thursday.
Poland Community Briefs
New business lectures series kicks off on May 22 SCORE Youngstown recently announced a new
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Body found under San Francisco home identified as 1876 girl SAN FRANCISCO The
Oval Office meeting with Russian officials raises some eyebrows
Associated Press NEW YORK The White House is facing criticism for a possible security breach
Trump: I was going to fire Comey no matter what
Associated Press WASHINGTON Contradicting previous White House explanations, President Donald
Poland Seminary High School Honor Roll - Third Grading Period
Ninth Grade High Honor Roll Andrew Albert Gia Almasy Jacob Antil James Bacon Jet Bailey
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray,” 7:30 p.m.: Opening night for the musical ($15) at the
Pinwheels for Prevention raises awareness of child abuse
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Pinwheels where planted at Boardman Park to
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
AT&T investment in area networks YOUNGSTOWN AT&T invested more than $40 million in the
QUOTE OF THE DAY
Opinion: QUOTE OF THE DAY “I have long believed that a president can fire an FBI director for any reason,
DeWine, Sutton look like early favorites in ’18 governor’s race
Opinion: With two more candidates announcing this week they are officially running in 2018 for the state’s
MAHONING, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Allison E. Burrell, 26, of 3376 Quentin Drive,
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Dress to Succeed LLC, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, clothing giveaway, from 9 a.m.
Wholesale prices up for April
Associated Press WASHINGTON Inflation at the wholesale level jumped in April by the largest
More price hikes likely for government insurance markets
Associated Press Early moves by insurers suggest that another round of price hikes and limited
METRO DIGEST || VP Pence to speak at Grove City commencement
VP Pence to speak at commencement GROVE CITY, PA. Vice President Mike Pence will deliver the
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 12
Today is Friday, May 12, the 132nd day of 2017. There are 233 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Acting FBI chief promises to keep Congress in loop
Tribune News Service WASHINGTON The acting director of the FBI, Andrew McCabe, promised
Disappointing retail earnings drag on stocks
Associated Press Disappointing quarterly results from Macy’s, Kohl’s and other big department
toledo Man accused in deaths of 2 firefighters gets 20 years
Associated Press TOLEDO An Ohio building owner accused of arson that led to the deaths of two
Coalition: Capture of IS-held town in Syria undermines the group
Associated Press BEIRUT The capture of a key Syrian town and a nearby dam from Islamic State
EARTH DAY POSTER CONTEST And the winners are … The Mahoning County commissioners recognized eight winners of the annual Earth Day poster contest sponsored by the county’s recycling
First grade: Amadea Ovaska, Holy Family School, Poland. Second grade: Noah Derrickson, Western
Justice Department to probe police shooting of teen
Justice Department to probe police shooting of teen DALLAS A spokeswoman for the Dallas County
Collapsed tunnel may have gone unnoticed
Associated Press SPOKANE, Wash. The large sinkhole that caved in a tunnel filled with
Boy was assaulted by classmate before killing himself
Associated Press School officials never told the mother of an 8-year-old Ohio boy who killed
Lower sales drag down Macy’s profit
Associated Press NEW YORK Lower sales dragged Macy’s profit down for the first quarter,
Eagle Scouts and adult volunteers recognized
The Whispering Pines District of the Great Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America hosted their 2017
Pinwheels for Prevention promotes awareness of child abuse
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Pinwheels where planted at Boardman Park to
Canfield Community Briefs
Coffee with the Master Gardeners – Native Plants Do youwant to know how to enhance your landscape
Austintown Community Briefs
New business lectures series kicks off on May 22 SCORE Youngstown recently announced a new
CHS students shimmer and shine at Prom Promenade
Canfield High School juniors and seniors brought sheer elegance, style and grace to the school’s auditorium during the annual PTO-sponsored Prom Promenade on May 6.
Trump didn’t invent ‘prime the pump’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump took credit in an interview for coining the
Pinwheels for Prevention increases awareness of child abuse
Pinwheels where planted at Boardman Park to represent adults who have spoken out on behalf of the 1,652 children in Mahoning County in 2016 who were abused.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
THURSDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Division IV McDonald 8, Wellsville 5 Nick Shiley
YSU men’s golf wins academic honor
YSU men’s golf wins academic honor The Youngstown State men’s golf team received an NCAA Public
Racial fault lines in baseball
Opinion: By Mark Anthony Neal The Philadelphia Inquirer At a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston
Summer jobs for youth no longer Ohio priority
Editorial: Sometimes all a kid needs is a summer job. It provides a reason to get up in the morning. And a
Pinwheels for Prevention brings awareness to child abuse
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Pinwheels where planted at Boardman Park to
Eagle Scouts and adult volunteers receive recognition
The Whispering Pines District of the Great Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America hosted their 2017
BOARDMAN
BOARDMAN April 27 Arrest: Officers who responded to a fight in a parking lot at a Market Street
Eagle Scouts and adult volunteers recognized at event
The Whispering Pines District of the Great Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America hosted their 2017
Boardman Park to host Adventure Day Camp beginning in June
Adventure Day Camp at Boardman Park will run for ten weeks starting June 12 through Aug. 18. The
Eagle Scouts and adult volunteers get recognition
The Whispering Pines District of the Great Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America hosted their 2017
Students earn green thumb working in greenhouse
Students at Poland Union Elementary have been in and out of the greenhouse a lot lately due to the weather warming up.
CHC wins Handel’s ice cream party
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School raised the most
April 24
April 24 Menacing: Two juvenile teenagers were involved in menacing in an argument over a girl at
Families spend night with the Easter Bunny
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children and their families hopped to Boardman
Boardman Community Briefs
New business lectures series kicks off on May 22 SCORE Youngstown recently announced a new
Kites take flight at Austintown park
Families flew kites at Austintown Park in honor of the seventh annual Kids Shine 4 a Cure Kite Festival on April 30.
Preschool students celebrate Easter in school
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland North Preschool students hopped their
Boys track finished second at tri-meet
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2017 record to 9-1 and 5-1 in the AAC after finishing
Boardman Park to host Adventure Day Camp
Adventure Day Camp at Boardman Park will run for ten weeks starting June 12 through Aug. 18. The
Children hunt for Easter fun and games
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Hitchcock Woods Early Learning Center brought
Bernat signs with WKU for Speech and Debate
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior Zachery Bernat participated in
Boardman Sports Briefs
Two local teens compete in U.S. Hockey Nationals Fletcher Christie of Canfield and Bo Gray of
Adventure Day Camp beginning in June
Adventure Day Camp at Boardman Park will run for ten weeks starting June 12 through Aug. 18. The
METRO DIGEST || Grand opening to be Saturday for Hubbard dog park
The grand opening of Scentral Park, a dog park at 6068 W. Liberty St., is from noon to dusk Saturday.
Thursday, May 11 (108 stories)
Ashtabula man arrested in Sharon in abduction of teen
haron, Pa., police and the Pennsylvania State Police Major Crimes Unit out of Butler, Pa., arrested a suspect at about 1 p.m. today in connection with the abduction of a 13-year-old Ashtabula girl Tuesday.
Youngstown teachers, union unsure CEO's 7% raise offer valid
Youngstown City School District teachers expressed disbelief about a 7 percent raise offer from district CEO Krish Mohip.
Amber Finney pleads no contest to having sex with dog
Amber L. Finney of Ward Avenue Northwest pleaded no contest Thursday in Warren Municipal Court to engaging in sexual conduct with a dog and was ordered to serve 27 days in jail.
Valley gained $1.1B in investment, thousands of jobs in 2016, chamber says
A natural-gas power plant and a chill-can plant are among the 111 area projects economic development agencies worked on in 2016 that they say resulted in $1.1 billion of new investment, 1,253 new jobs and 3,092 retained jobs.
Fitch hosts about 200 senior citizens for bi-annual dinner
About 200 senior citizens sat in the Fitch High School cafeteria while students and school officials served them a dinner prepared by the cafeteria staff.
Boardman moving forward with new police chief selection
Township officials will meet in the coming days to narrow the pool of candidates for police chief.
Ashtabula prosecutor, Trumbull sheriff reach deal to continue TAG
Ashtabula County Prosecutor Nick Iarocci said Thursday the relationship between Ashtabula County officials and new Trumbull County Sheriff Paul Monroe “got off to a rocky start,” but he’s going to urge the Ashtabula County commissioners to remain part of a two-county drug-fighting team.
100th anniversary of Fatima at Youngstown shrine Saturday
Many of those seeking ways to deal with or temporarily escape from the barrage of daily stress in the community, nation and world can find comfort and solace in the symbolism that a sacred statue espouses.
Mahoning commissioners award water tank contract, approve agreements
Mahoning County commissioners awarded contracts for installation of a 500,000-gallon elevated water-supply tank and a water-supply line extension linked to it in Canfield Township.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
Mormon church severs some of its ties to the Boy Scouts
Mormon church severs some of its ties to the Boy Scouts
Ohio releases nursing home quality data as funding debated
Ohio releases nursing home quality data as funding debated
Texas bill could deny transgender wrestler title defense
Texas bill could deny transgender wrestler title defense
Ben Affleck, Orlando Bloom among ‘Red Nose Day’ stars
Ben Affleck, Orlando Bloom among ‘Red Nose Day’ stars
Jordanian in Ohio accused of trying to join terrorist group
Jordanian in Ohio accused of trying to join terrorist group
Attorneys say 8-year-old Ohio boy was bullied before killing himself
Attorneys say 8-year-old Ohio boy was bullied before killing himself
Senate panel seeks Flynn documents in Russia probe
Senate panel seeks Flynn documents in Russia probe
Heavy rains reactivate landslide on Columbiana County road
Heavy rains reactivate landslide on Columbiana County road
Warren woman is first convicted under city's bestiality law
Warren woman is first convicted under city's bestiality law
Acting FBI chief contradicts White House on Comey firing
Acting FBI chief contradicts White House on Comey firing
AP Source: WR Josh Gordon’s reinstatement denied by NFL
AP Source: WR Josh Gordon’s reinstatement denied by NFL
Los Angeles unleashes star power to woo IOC in Olympic bid
Los Angeles unleashes star power to woo IOC in Olympic bid
14 students and driver hurt in bus wreck near St. Louis
14 students and driver hurt in bus wreck near St. Louis
Mahoning commissioners award pacts for water-tank installation, supply line
Mahoning commissioners award pacts for water-tank installation, supply line
Bronx man faces false ID charges in Apple purchase
Bronx man faces false ID charges in Apple purchase
Man withdraws guilty plea to robbery charge, opts to go to trial
Man withdraws guilty plea to robbery charge, opts to go to trial
City removes 2nd of 4 Confederate statues in New Orleans
City removes 2nd of 4 Confederate statues in New Orleans
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Ohio court upholds backpack search that led to bullets, gun
Ohio court upholds backpack search that led to bullets, gun
Arrests made after drug raids overnight in Youngstown
Arrests made after drug raids overnight in Youngstown
Chevrolet offers more options for unlimited data on its vehicles
Chevrolet offers more options for unlimited data on its vehicles
Idora Park day set at tavern
Idora Park day set at tavern GIRARD The Black Horse Tavern & Grille, 100 W. Liberty St., will
Ohio House OKs bill allowing generic substitute for EpiPens
Ohio House OKs bill allowing generic substitute for EpiPens
Police: Half-naked Ohio driver crashes car into store to get beer
Police: Half-naked Ohio driver crashes car into store to get beer
YEA president says ‘no’ to a 7 percent raise
CEO Mohip said he proposed the raise in recognition of teachers’ dedication and “to acknowledge [their] flexibility and commitment” to the strategic plan.
YSU softball team on a roll entering Horizon League tournament
The Penguins meet Valparaiso at 6 p.m. today.
YNDC showcases its rehabed Ivanhoe Ave. residence
For more than a decade, Gertie Gross and her husband, Richard, watched as an empty house next to their home on Ivanhoe Avenue decayed into a den for squatters and drug use.
Crestview baseball team upsets second-seeded Columbiana
Caleb Hill’s RBI double in the top of the eighth inning lifted the Rebels.
Chaney students host last show as official VPA school
Tracy Schuler-Vivo, VPA coordinator, said the performance is not the last, however.
Poland trio commit to colleges
Dan Klase, Jessica Miller and Colt McFadden all signed letters-of-intent.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU softball earns 4 All-Horizon honors
Four Youngstown State softball players earned All-Horizon League recognition and Maddi Lusk was named Co-Freshman of the Year after a vote of the league’s head coaches.
Rodef Sholom to mark 150 years Friday, Saturday
Friday's event begins at 6 p.m. in Handler Hall followed by guest speaker Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, with special guest soloist Neshama Carlebach. Rabbi Jacobs’ sermon is titled “The Future of Reform Judaism: A Vision of Hope.”
Market St. Elementary students dress up for Right to Read program
Cruella de Vil, wrapped in her signature fur coat, walked the hallways of Market Street Elementary. Harry Potter, complete with glasses and a wand, led a group of students into the library. A dinosaur sat at attention, ready to listen to a story.
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS TENNIS Division II sectional BOARDMAN Top-seeded
The art of Gary Erbe
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A major exhibition of works by groundbreaking artist Gary Erbe will open
'HAIRSPRAY' HOT BUTTONS
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s not surprising that “Hairspray,” with its
Niles council looks to Chamber for economic development help
A representative of the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber discussed the first steps the organization is taking to try to lure business and industry to the city that has no development plan or outreach in place.
Clunky ‘Sleight’ launches career
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer Perhaps the greatest trick of “Sleight” is how its two
Jays top Tribe with walk-off hit
A big hit by Ryan Goins gave the Blue Jays back-to-back series wins for the first time this season.
Rascal Flatts acts its age on new album
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Early on in their career, the country
Liberty trustees ponder November road levy
Gino Bidinotto, senior foreman, told trustees this week the road department lacks the funds necessary to maintain the township’s roads in the long-term.
Mahoning senior-services panel recommends contract awards
Panel recommends provider contract awards as senior citizen services begin July 1 under a new levy.
Man pleads guilty to attack on Boardman woman
The 45-year-old woman said Ferrara struck her in the face and head, began choking her, threw her to the ground and fractured her right hand, making it impossible for her to fully straighten her fingers.
METRO DIGEST || YSU park dedicated
YSU park dedicated YOUNGSTOWN A park honoring some of the most distinguished former faculty and
Trump’s firing of Comey draws criticism, concern
Two Ohio professors represent differing schools of thought on whether Comey's firing presents a constitutional crisis. "Anytime a president fires someone heading up an investigation into the president and his associates, how can we not approach a constitutional crisis? it was an attempt to shut down the investigation into the Russian connection to the Trump campaign.” said David B. Cohen, who specializes in presidential politics at the University of Akron. But Jonathan Adler, a constitutional law prof at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, said he thinks "talk of a constitutional crisis is premature and hyperbolic.” He added that a lot depends on Trump’s next move.
‘Wizard of Oz’
‘Wizard of Oz’ From left, Alex Sanders, Courtney MacKay, Joe Malys and Debbie DiBacco in a scene
These old-fashioned charmers are headturners PEONIES
By Pam Baytos OSU master gardener volunteer Gorgeous blossoms, handsome foliage and a hardy
Control spiders by changing environment
Q. We have a lot of spiders around the outside our house, and I’m concerned that they might be
Worried about mosquitoes?
Worried about mosquitoes? Everything you need to know about mosquitoes and the Zika virus is
Man crashed into Courthouse Square sculpture after apparent drug overdose
Artist Doug Meyer of Warren says he will fix up the 12-foot-long bicycle sculpture/bike rack in front of Trumbull Family Fitness
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Chemical Bank YOUNGSTOWN Chemical Bank employees used their banking knowledge last month to
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sat: The FX Project, 9 p.m. Barrel33, 8208
The beautiful iris
The beautiful iris This is the time of year to enjoy the iris blooming in all its glory. Learn
Solitary wasps – natural pest controllers
By Sara Scudier OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer When we think of beneficial insects that
“The Big Bang Theory” (8 p.m., CBS): It sounds like trouble could be brewing on the
“The Big Bang Theory” (8 p.m., CBS): It sounds like trouble could be brewing on the season finale
Red Wanting Blue at Kent Stage
Red Wanting Blue at Kent Stage Red Wanting Blue will play Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent, on
Clients of Fairhaven sheltered workshops will have same jobs after privatization, superintendent says
Clients of Fairhaven sheltered workshops will have same jobs after privatization, superintendent says
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (PG-13) A new imagining of the Excalibur myth
Federal government records $182.4 billion budget surplus
Associated Press WASHINGTON The federal government ran the second-highest monthly surplus on
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “August: Osage County,” directed by Matthew Mazuroski. Youngstown Playhouse,
Trump seeks closer ties with Russia in meeting
All but ignoring the unfurling drama over Russia and the U.S. election, President Donald Trump on Wednesday sought to advance prospects for cooperation between the former Cold War foes in Syria and elsewhere in a rare Oval Office meeting with Vladimir Putin’s top diplomat.
DeVos booed while speaking at historically black university
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. Drawing shouts of “Liar!” and “Just go,” Education
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., at the corner of Fruit Street,
US stocks rise as energy companies rally
Associated Press NEW YORK Energy companies jumped with the price of oil Wednesday, but overall,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Byron and Gina Velichko, Youngstown, boy, May 9. Joshua
TAG advisory board will meet today to discuss split
The advisory board will discuss whether the two counties will remain partners in fighting drug abuse
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Tunnel collapse renews safety concerns about nuclear sites
Associated Press RICHLAND, Wash. The collapse of a tunnel containing radioactive waste at the
WTG
Today Discussion Writers’ Club, 5:30 p.m., Newton Falls Public Library, 204 S. Canal St., Newton
Before the ax, Comey was pushing Russia probe harder
Associated Press WASHINGTON Days before he was fired by Donald Trump, FBI Director James Comey
Minor traffic offenses turn into felony arrests
Police find drugs in one stop and a gun in the other
Fix the nation’s rail lines
Opinion: By Aaron Renn Los Angeles Times Rail transit is vital to the health of a small number of U.S.
Democrat blocks nominee until he gets Russia papers
Democrat blocks nominee until he gets Russia papers WASHINGTON The top Democrat on the Senate
F.Y.I
Summer Festival of Arts is seeking volunteers YOUNGSTOWN The 19th annual Summer Festival of the
Ryan says tax overhaul long overdue
Associated Press COLUMBUS Noting he had just gotten his driver’s license the last time Congress
Woodlands winner of safety award
Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s Mahoning Valley Safety Council presented the award to the local skilled nursing provider
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Hooves all that remain after BMW plows into carousel horse MERIDIAN, Miss.
The Victorian’s secret: Theater will change its name, mission
The Victorian Players Theatre has been straying from its original path in recent years. As its
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 11
Today is Thursday, May 11, the 131st day of 2017. There are 234 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Kushner sales trip yet another disturbing conflict of interest involving Trump White House
Opinion: By Timothy L. O’BRIEN Bloomberg View On Saturday, Jared Kushner’s sister was in the ballroom of
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Wednesday’s other MLB games NATIONAL LEAGUE Giants 6, Mets 5 NEW YORK
Justice Dept. interviewing for acting FBI director post
Associated Press WASHINGTON Justice Department leaders interviewed Wednesday four veteran law-
NBA PLAYOFFS | Wednesday’s conference semifinal
Celtics 123, Wizards 101 BOSTON Avery Bradley scored a playoff career-high 29 points, and the
Fire victim helped
Fire victim helped CAMPBELL An elderly man whose home caught fire is OK, thanks to help from a
Comey’s firing intensifies need for special prosecutor
Editorial: Two months ago in this space when news surfaced of secret meetings last fall between Attorney
Wednesday, May 10 (104 stories)
3 local townships reveal finances on state website
Poland, Canfield and Austintown townships became the latest townships in Mahoning County to post their spending on OhioCheckbook.com, making their financial records more transparent and available to residents via the internet.
Comey firing brings mostly criticism from Valley lawmakers
President Donald Trump’s firing of James Comey as FBI director has drawn criticism and concern from various circles, with some saying it could possibly lead the nation toward a constitutional crisis.
Chaney VPA gives final performance before new schools plan starts
Chaney VPA students hosted their last performance Wednesday as the official Visual and Performing Arts School of the Youngstown City School District.
YNDC brings decaying drug den back to life
For more than a decade, Gertie Gross and her husband Richard watched as an empty house next to their home on Ivanhoe Avenue decayed into a den for squatters and drug use.
Fleury, Penguins blank Caps in Game 7
Marc-Andre Fleury turned back the clock with a brilliant 29-save shutout.
Boardman students portray favorite book characters for reading event
Cruella de Vil, wrapped in her signature fur coat, walked the hallways of Market Street Elementary.
Christian dating site user pleads to felonious assault
A 46-year-old Boardman man has pleaded guilty as charged to felonious assault in an Aug. 28, 2015, attack on a 45-year-old Boardman woman, who said he inflicted permanent injury to her right hand and threatened to kill her.
Rodef Shalom to celebrate 150 years Friday
Congregation Rodef Sholom will celebrate its 150th anniversary Friday evening, highlighting the longevity of its presence and influence in the local Jewish community.
Niles lawmakers give mixed reaction to Regional Chamber's plan to help
A representative of the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber discussed the first steps the organization is taking to try to lure business and industry to the city that has no development plan or outreach in place.
Rescued mini-donkey gives birth, public can vote on a name
A starving and abandoned miniature donkey rescued from a Pennsylvania farm had a little secret for animal welfare workers: She was pregnant.
Niles and Chamber try to lure business and industry
Niles and Chamber try to lure business and industry
Stamp Out Hunger event is Saturday
Leave a nonperishable food donation in a bag by the mailbox Saturday, and the postal carrier will take the donation.
Suspect in 5 Cleveland slayings pleads guilty, avoids death sentence
Suspect in 5 Cleveland slayings pleads guilty, avoids death sentence
Boil alert issued for Youngstown West Side, Austintown neighborhoods
Boil alert issued for Youngstown West Side, Austintown neighborhoods
6 Prince siblings want quick ruling that they're his heirs
6 Prince siblings want quick ruling that they're his heirs
Norman Mailer paramour loses defamation suit over biography
Norman Mailer paramour loses defamation suit over biography
Kill Bill' and 'Twin Peaks' actor Michael Parks dies at 77
Kill Bill' and 'Twin Peaks' actor Michael Parks dies at 77
Federal government records $182.4 billion budget surplus
Federal government records $182.4 billion budget surplus
No action for years on Ohio board for African immigrants
No action for years on Ohio board for African immigrants
DeVos booed speaking at historically black university
DeVos booed speaking at historically black university
Rock nation? Dwayne Johnson considering run for White House
Rock nation? Dwayne Johnson considering run for White House
Foul play not suspected in 2 deaths in Central Park waters
Foul play not suspected in 2 deaths in Central Park waters
Jury acquits Pa. man of homicide in shooting that killed 2
Jury acquits Pa. man of homicide in shooting that killed 2
Review says Ohio officer’s kick ’unreasonable’ use of force
Review says Ohio officer’s kick ’unreasonable’ use of force
Study shows continue growth in Ohio tourism industry in 2016
Study shows continue growth in Ohio tourism industry in 2016
Traffic stop in Austintown results in man's arrest on drug charges
Traffic stop in Austintown results in man's arrest on drug charges
Youngstown police investigating attempted robbery at Burger King
Youngstown police investigating attempted robbery at Burger King
US stocks mixed on weak earnings and higher oil prices
US stocks mixed on weak earnings and higher oil prices
Wife of ESPN broadcaster Chris Berman dies in crash
Wife of ESPN broadcaster Chris Berman dies in crash
Lawsuit alleges excessive force at Cincinnati-area jail
Lawsuit alleges excessive force at Cincinnati-area jail
Boardman police arrest man on several drug charges
Boardman police arrest man on several drug charges
Trump awaits highest level face-to-face contact with Russia
Trump awaits highest level face-to-face contact with Russia
Neighbor helps elderly Campbell man escape fire at his home
Elderly Campbell man escapes fire at his home
Authorities: Ohio man killed by police fired rifle at them
Authorities: Ohio man killed by police fired rifle at them
Wendy's comparable-store sales rise during strong 1Q
Wendy's comparable-store sales rise during strong 1Q
Man tells jail corrections officers: "I have drugs in my buttocks"
Man tells Youngstown cops: 'I have drugs in my buttocks'
Ohio proposal aims to clarify wrongful imprisonment payments
Ohio proposal aims to clarify wrongful imprisonment payments
Youngstown man faces weapons charge after arrest Tuesday
Youngstown man faces weapons charge after arrest Tuesday
Trump defends Comey firing, says both parties will thank him
Trump defends Comey firing, says both parties will thank him
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Drive, Boardman, will host a dine-in or drive-
Westside Cats garage sale
Westside Cats garage sale YOUNGSTOWN Westside Cats, 2217 Mahoning Ave., will host a garage sale
Not far for Pho
IF YOU GO What: Pho Viez Where: 3971 Main St., Mineral Ridge Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday
Brant Alazaus dominant in West Branch win over Hubbard
The West Branch baseball team is getting a shot at a little revenge next week.
Community group, Youngstown schools CEO differ on state of district
The Rev. Kenneth L. Simon of New Bethel Baptist Church told Youngstown community members that it is time to “wake up” to the “antidemocratic” practices of CEO Krish Mohip.
DeFalco throws third no-hitter as Niles downs Southeast
There’s an old adage in baseball which suggests that it is a no-no for anyone to mention a no-hitter while it is in progress
Akron Children's recognizes Valley attorney
Retired Trust Atty. James H. Sisek was presented Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley’s Champions for our Valley’s Children award Tuesday by William Considine, Akron Children’s Hospital’s president and chief executive officer.
Tri-T baseball’s 67th year underway
The Tri-T Baseball-Softball League is currently in its 67th year of operation and this summer
Youngstown council to hear from 5 groups seeking to grown medical marijuana
Each group will give a presentation though city council doesn’t have to take action
Boardman man charged with inducing panic for drug overdose
Man wanted on charge related to overdose found in withdrawal at gas station
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL DIVISION II DISTRICT TOURNAMENT Poland 10, Ursuline 0 Dan Klase allowed just two
Boardman trustees lower Beech Avenue speed limit
Township trustees reduced the speed limit on Beech Avenue from 35 miles per hour to 25 mph.
Jody Webb invited to Chargers camp
Former Youngstown State running back Jody Webb was invited to the Los Angeles Chargers’ rookie minicamp.
METRO DIGEST || "48 Hours" filming Hoerig case
Erin Moriarty of “48 Hours” spent three hours interviewing Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins on Tuesday about the Claudia Hoerig case.
ABC will bring back the landmark competition series ‘Idol’ revival
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK ABC announced a deal Tuesday to revive “American
Bazetta road rage leads to crash involving 7 people, including injured child
The state highway patrol says individuals taking a child for medical care may have set off a chain of events that led to road rage and a crash on state Route 82/5 Monday night.
Parkman Landing senior housing 'gateway'' to Warren,TMHA director says
The 60-unit, $10.8 million complex opened Tuesday during a ceremony in the front parking lot. Visitors were able to tour the facility afterward, including the three-story entrance area.
Two trials shaping up for three defendants in rival biker-club killings
Trial dates are now set in July for the three men charged in the June 18 double-killing and double injuring of rival Warren-area biker-club members
Niles plant soars in Lockheed fighter jet
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, flies the F-35 Lightning II flight simulator inside the Arconic plant in Niles. Robert Balserak, who flew F-16 jets in the Air Force for 24 years, shows Ryan how to use the controls. All of the titanium on the F-35 is produced at the Arconic Niles plant.
Formatting errors affect some grant applications
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. Dozens of universities and organizations that applied for federal
The top five songs for the most recent week on the iTunes Store:
The top five songs for the most recent week on the iTunes Store: v “I’m the One” (feat. Justin
Sens to get Pens or Capitals
Associated Press NEW YORK Erik Karlsson had a goal and an assist to help the Ottawa Senators
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
Hernandez conviction vacated after suicide
A judge on Tuesday erased a 2013 murder conviction against former NFL star Aaron Hernandez
The best ways to cook ASPARAGUS (and other great tips)
By Kathleen Purvis The Charlotte Observer (TNS) Asparagus is the deal breaker: Strawberries are
Nasdaq sets another record; energy stocks hold back S&P
Associated Press NEW YORK The Nasdaq composite index ticked higher to another record Tuesday,
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 10
Today is Wednesday, May 10, the 130th day of 2017. There are 235 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Racino posts increase in April slot revenue
Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course brought in $9.68 million in video lottery terminal revenue during the month of April.
Carrasco shuts down Toronto in road win for Indians
Right hander is undefeated away from home in 2017
Democrats balk as GOP’s Mandel skips hearing
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel failed to show at a hearing discussing his
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
Union pilots say they’ll help restore Spirit operations
Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Irate passengers swarmed ticket counters and some
Spurs take control of series with OT win
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Danny Green scored seven of his 16 points in overtime, and the San
World Cup bid on hold for USA
Associated Press manama, bahrain North America’s request for an accelerated awarding of the 2026
METRO DIGEST || Road closed
Road closed YOUNGSTOWN Lincoln Avenue between Wick and Fifth avenues will be closed to vehicular
Kasich wants state to have direct oversight of manufactured homes
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio Gov. John Kasich believes too many people are dying in
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh In dairy-obsessed Wisconsin, plan just too ‘gouda’ to fail MADISON, Wis. The
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
MARRIAGE LICENSES Russell J. Kimble, 24, of 6466 E. South Range Road, Petersburg, and Erin A. Lorimer, 23, of same.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Austintown school board, 2 p.m., special board meeting, conference room, central
Liberal Moon claims victory in S. Korea presidential election
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Hours after celebrating his election win with thousands of
Pipeline builder fined over water, air violations
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s environmental regulators have issued a $430,000 fine against a
Trump OKs arms for Syrian Kurds
Trump OKs arms for Syrian Kurds WASHINGTON The Trump administration announced Tuesday it will
Job openings increase slightly in March
Associated Press WASHINGTON Steady job growth has left U.S. employers with an increasingly
Fiscal discipline? Not now, as GOP pushes tax cuts
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans relentlessly complained about big budget deficits during
Sale of Trump property revives ethics concerns
Associated Press WASHINGTON For sale: Luxury waterfront escape. Comes with two villas and five
Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ letter to Trump
Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ letter to Trump Dear Mr. President: As Attorney General, I am
Concussion spotter couldn’t pull Crosby
A week after he was knocked out of playoff game with a concussion, Pittsburgh star Sidney Crosby slid headfirst into the boards
Valparaiso invited to Missouri Valley Conference
The Missouri Valley Conference has invited Valparaiso to join the league and replace departing Wichita State
TRUMP FIRES FBI DIRECTOR COMEY
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump abruptly fired FBI Director James Comey on
ONA District 3 donates funds, time to help Second Harvest
Nurses from the Ohio Nurses Association District 3 have decided to use National Nurses Week as a reason to give back.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Gas prices down YOUNGSTOWN Gas prices in Northeast Ohio fell by almost 7 cents this week to
Trump did not save jobs
Opinion: By Chuck Jones OtherWords The New York Times ran a front-page story about 700 United
New president of France faces an uncertain future
Editorial: Although political new- comer Emmanuel Macron won the hotly contested race for president of France
American press is the problem
Opinion: President Trump and I have something in common. We were both invited to the recent White House
Turns out running the country is not like running a business
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords Our president says he wants to run the country like a business.
Tuesday, May 9 (109 stories)
Local pastor details reasons he remains opposed Youngstown schools' state-imposed CEO
The Rev. Kenneth L. Simon of New Bethel Baptist Church told Youngstown community members that it is time to “wake up” to the “anti-democratic” practices of CEO Krish Mohip.
Trust Atty. Sisek name Akron Children's Champion tonight
Retired Trust Atty. James H. Sisek was presented Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley’s Champions for our Valley’s Children award Tuesday by William Considine, Akron Children’s Hospital’s president and chief executive officer.
Boardman cops charge overdose victim with inducing panic
Township police arrested a man on a charge of inducing panic for a recent drug overdose.
Arconic displays cutting edge fighter jet today
Inside a plant on Warren Avenue sits an F-35 Lightning II flight simulator ready to show the world its capabilities.
5 groups vying for state's medical marijuana permits to address Youngstown council
City council will hear Monday from five groups, including three local ones, that want to grow medical marijuana in Youngstown.
3 charged in motorcycle club fracas, slaying set for trials in July
Trial dates are now set in July for the three men charged in the June 18 double-killing and double injuring of rival Warren-area biker-club members in a shootout at Shorty’s Place bar on Highland Avenue in Warren Township.
Multi-million-dollar senior complex opens today in Warren
The new Parkman Landing apartments on Parkman Road Northwest next to the Trumbull Plaza are “a gateway to our community,” said Don Emerson, executive director of Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority.
Boardman trustees reduce speed limit on road between Southern Blvd., South Avenue
Township trustees reduced the speed limit on Beech Avenue from 35 miles per hour to 25 mph.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Democrats balk as GOP’s Mandel skips hearing on TV spots
Democrats balk as GOP’s Mandel skips hearing on TV spots
Harsher sentences could result from guidance weighed by US
Harsher sentences could result from guidance weighed by US
Avoid Glenwood Avenue near Canfield Road after accident
Avoid Glenwood Avenue near Canfield Road after accident
Trump OKs arms for Syrian Kurds, despite Turkish objections
Trump OKs arms for Syrian Kurds, despite Turkish objections
Austintown racino posts increase in April slot revenue
Austintown racino posts increase in April slot revenue
Prosecutor: Ohio woman gave autistic daughter lethal insulin dose
Prosecutor: Ohio woman gave autistic daughter lethal insulin dose
Supporters of largest Ohio online school rally at Statehouse
Supporters of largest Ohio online school rally at Statehouse
UPDATE | Phoenix serial killings suspect: 'I'm innocent'
Phoenix serial killings suspect: 'I'm innocent'
Howland school board has special meeting Thursday afternoon
Howland school board has special meeting Thursday afternoon
Study: Side effects emerge after approval for many US drugs
Study: Side effects emerge after approval for many US drugs
US watched Russia hack French systems during election
US watched Russia hack French systems during election
Obama: Private sector is key to tackling climate change
Obama: Private sector is key to tackling climate change
Pa. cops: Woman entered wrong house, bed after night of drinking
Pa. cops: Woman entered wrong house, bed after night of drinking
Public library authorizes its board president to begin search for new director
Public library authorizes its board president to begin search for new director
Judge agrees to toss Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction
Judge agrees to toss Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction
Accident at Interstate 80 west to state Route 11 north is backing up traffic
Accident at Interstate 80 west to state Route 11 north is backing up traffic
AP source: Abedin didn't send as many emails as Comey said
AP source: Abedin didn't send as many emails as Comey said
Rayen Early College Middle School has Relay for Life event Friday
Rayen Early College Middle School has Relay for Life event Friday
Iowa Rep. Rod Blum quits interview over town hall questions
Iowa Rep. Rod Blum quits interview over town hall questions
Youngstown man faces drug-possession charges after arrest on South Side
Youngstown man faces drug-possession charges after arrest on South Side
Police charge Youngstown woman with traffic citations
Police charged Youngstown woman with traffic citations
US Rep. Tim Ryan takes to the skies - kinda
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, flew a F-35 simulator today – and he didn't crash it. Lockheed Martin officials brought in the simulator to show Arconic in Niles, its supplier, what the final product is like to fly.
Wife, children plead guilty to charges in Ohio man's death
Wife, children plead guilty to charges in Ohio man's death
Boardman police charge man with inducing panic after drug overdose
Boardman police charge man with inducing panic after drug overdose
Veteran editor Barrett appointed head of AP's Nerve Center
Veteran editor Barrett appointed head of AP's Nerve Center
US stock indexes bob further into record territory
US stock indexes bob further into record territory
Dedication of YSU Foundation Heritage Wall and Park is Wednesday
Dedication of YSU Foundation Heritage Wall is Wednesday
Serial killer suspect in Phoenix went undiscovered for more than a year
Serial killer suspect in Phoenix went undiscovered for more than a year
Ohio fines pipeline builder over water, air violations
Ohio fines pipeline builder over water, air violations
Chaos at Florida airport after Spirit flights canceled
Chaos at Florida airport after Spirit flights canceled
Lincoln Avenue closed until Wednesday afternoon for road work
Lincoln Avenue closed until Wednesday afternoon for road work
UN: Up to 245 missing after 2 Mediterranean shipwrecks
UN: Up to 245 missing after 2 Mediterranean shipwrecks
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1968 will have its monthly luncheon at noon Wednesday at
Men's Garden Clubof Youngstown to host plant sale
Men’s Garden Club to host plant sale BOARDMAN The Men’s Garden Club will host its annual plant
Bazetta road rage leads to crash involving seven people
Bazetta road rage leads to crash involving seven people
AP Exclusive: US wants tally of Haitians immigrants' crimes
AP Exclusive: US wants tally of Haitians immigrants' crimes
Powerstown Block Watch monthly meeting is Thursday night
Powerstown Block Watch monthly meeting is Thursday night
3 arrested after string of pharmacy robberies in Ohio
3 arrested after string of pharmacy robberies in Ohio
Bresha’s attorney says tentative plea agreement would require only 9 months of treatment
Bresha’s attorney says tentative plea agreement would require only 9 months of treatment
Britt Robertson stars in new Netflix comedy ‘Girlboss’ gal
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK Britt Robertson is no stranger to having to emote
Groups will team up for 24-Hour Theatre
Staff report BOARDMAN The Millennial Theatre Company (MTC) and the Stage Door Dance and Theatre
3 Olympic Dreams gymnasts qualify for nationals
Fitch’s Colangelo, South Range’s Lindstrom will compete in Florida
Former AG: White House was warned about Flynn
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former acting Attorney General Sally Yates told Congress on Monday
Groups interested in growing medical marijuana in Youngstown will give presentations Monday to Youngstown council
The state is limiting permits to 24 growers statewide
AROUND THE HORN Monday’s other MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Mets 4, Giants 3 NEW YORK Neil Walker hit a game-ending single with two outs
Valley rallies around sportswriter battling cancer
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Gary Housteau has seen fourth-and-long situations
Attorney for mother of 4-year-old allegedly dragged down hallway of Youngstown school is pursuing legal action
The mother and her son have been ‘extremely traumatized,’ the lawyer says
High School Sports at a glance
MONDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Ursuline 6 Marlington 3 Jeremy Kreuzwieser’s bases-load
Act II for France’s Macron: Getting majority to govern
Associated Press PARIS Freshly elected to the French presidency, Emmanuel Macron now faces an
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 9
Today is Tuesday, May 9, the 129th day of 2017. There are 236 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Medicine for sore feet led to rebound headaches
Q. The podiatrist said that the pain in my feet is arthritis. Tylenol and ibuprofen worked wonders
Selected local stocks
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Overdose antidote helps slow drug toll, coroner says
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio county coroner credits first responders’ use of an overdose
ED RUNYAN | THE VINDICATOR
ED RUNYAN | THE VINDICATOR A witness bends down to talk to a trapped woman whose vehicle was
Ohio lawmakers mull lowering farmland taxes
Associated Press TOLEDO State lawmakers are looking at giving Ohio farmers a break on their
Life was no bed of roses in 1916
Opinion: WASHINGTON Having bestowed the presidency on a candidate who described their country as a
Senate, House Republicans clash over health-care bill
Editorial: Despite the chest-pound- ing by President Donald Trump and Republican leaders in the House over the
State Controlling Board approves $450K for YSU projects
The board also approved $195K in state funds for renovations at two facilities operated by Meridian HealthCare of Youngstown
YOUNG SCHOLARS OSU program
Youngstown students graduating from Ohio State University’s Young Scholars Program. Rayonna Booth,
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Blondie: Tonight on “Tonight Show
This week AT CENE PARK
This week AT CENE PARK 14U games Today Roth Brothers vs. GTS Baseball, 5:30 p.m.Creekside vs.
Man gets life for killing son fed to pigs
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, KAN. A former Kansas bail bondsman was sentenced to life in prison
N. Korea claims plot reveals US state-sponsored terrorism
Associated Press TOKYO After arresting two American university instructors and laying out what
Stewart flashes finger at Trump portrait
Stewart flashes finger at Trump portrait NEW YORK Martha Stewart has given a glimpse of her
Armed robbery
Armed robbery AUSTINTOWN Police are investigating an armed robbery Sunday at a McDonald’s
Struthers hosting fitness fair for children
Struthers hosting fitness fair for children struthers On Friday, Struthers City Schools will
Jerusalem celebration set
The Jewish Community Center will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jerusalem’s reunification.
Thirteen Youngstown City School students received recognition
Thirteen Youngstown City School students received recognition
Immigrant children living in fear
Opinion: By Andrea Somoza-Norton and Erica Ruvalcaba-Heredia Tribune News Service When some immigrant
Trump’s comments on Muslims are at center of travel-ban case
Associated Press RICHMOND, VA. A challenge to President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Duane and Ashlea Went, Youngstown, girl, May 7. Janessa
Free seminar offered
Free seminar offered BOARDMAN The Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center, 755 Boardman-Canfield Road,
Dayton’s mayor to run for Ohio governor
‘Ohio’s best days are ahead of us,’ she says in her gubernatorial announcement
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Crestview school board, 6 p.m., personnel committee, superintendent’s office,
Warren woman dies after car crosses center line and hits her minivan head-on
A Warren woman died when an oncoming car crossed the center lane and hit her minivan head-on
Sick in mind and body
Opinion: By Christine Flowers Philadelphia Daily News Thirty-five years ago last week, my father passed
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Family with 5 kids adopts 6 foster-children siblings FOREST PARK, Ohio Six
Arrested at racino
Arrested at racino AUSTINTOWN Police arrested a man they said caused a disturbance Saturday at
Monday, May 8 (86 stories)
DA: Suspect in doctors' slaying in Boston did not shoot at police
DA: Suspect in doctors' slaying in Boston did not shoot at police
Kansas bail bondsman gets life for killing son fed to pigs
Kansas bail bondsman gets life for killing son fed to pigs
Brookfield school board has special meeting Wednesday
Brookfield school board has special meeting Wednesday
University law school dean at Cincinnati settles with school, drops suit
University law school dean at Cincinnati settles with school, drops suit
Clapper: Russia emboldened to interfere in more elections
Russian emboldened to interfere in more elections
Man charged with disorderly conduct at Austintown racino
Man charged with disorderly conduct at Austintown racino
North Korea claims plot reveals US state-sponsored terrorism
North Korea claims plot reveals US state-sponsored terrorism
YWCA of Youngstown receives Chemical Bank grant for new housing project
YWCA of Youngstown receives Chemical Bank grant for new housing project
Goodyear building 3rd airship in Ohio, will be ready in 2018
Goodyear building 3rd airship in Ohio, will be ready in 2018
Ohio lawmakers may lower skyrocketing farmland taxes
Ohio lawmakers may lower skyrocketing farmland taxes
UPDATE | Yates to testify on Russia; Obama warned on Flynn
After being fired by Trump, Sally Yates to testify on Russia
Los Angeles, Paris await Olympic inspectors in 2024 race
Los Angeles, Paris await Olympic inspectors in 2024 race
Ohio governor’s race to see record-setting number of women
Ohio governor’s race to see record-setting number of women
Educators value after-school program Trump wants to nix
Educators value after-school program Trump wants to nix
Man will serve at least a year in girlfriend's shooting
Man will serve at least a year in girlfriend's shooting
Mother of 4-year-old who was dragged retains attorney
Mother of 4-year-old who was dragged retains attorney
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Knights of Columbus Assembly 2596, will host a quarter auction at 7 p.m. Saturday at
Historical Society announces 2017 Citizens of Honor
Two Salem residents added to Citizens of Honor roll
Markets Right Now: Stocks are edging lower in early trading
Markets Right Now: Stocks are edging lower in early trading
Sinclair to buy Tribune Media, expanding its local TV reach
Sinclair to buy Tribune Media, expanding its local TV reach
Accident closes part of Johnson Plank Road in Bazetta Township
A witness bends down to talk to a trapped woman whose vehicle was trapped in a ditch in a 8:15 am accident on Johnson Plank Road in Bazetta Township. The accident the road from North Park to Durst Clagg Road.
Dayton mayor adds name to list of Dem nominees for governor in 2018
“It’s clear that Ohioans are angry, convinced the system has failed them and rightly so,” Whaley said. “The people of Ohio have been deceived and misled for years. Republicans have run things in Columbus for 25 years, and they’ve run this state into the ground.”
Movie reveals life of boxer Chuck Wepner, who inspired Stallone The real ‘Rocky’
By JOSH CORNFIELD Associated Press BAYONNE, N.J. Forty-two years after he stepped into the
Clevinger, 4 Tribe relievers combine to one-hit Royals
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, MO. Mike Clevinger had no apprehension turning over a one-run
YSU mens, womens track sweeps Horizon League Championship
It didn’t come quite as easily as maybe it looked like it would on paper
YEC COMMENCEMENT
YEC COMMENCEMENT Out of 51 associate of arts degrees from Youngstown State University’s College of
First quarter casino tax revenue falls slightly
First quarter casino tax revenues to Ohio counties and major cities declined slightly.
Wildlife attraction seminar set
The all-day “Food Plot and Wildlife Symposium” will be June 3, with a May 31 registration deadline.
Alvarez knocks off Chavez; eager for mega fight with GGG
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Minutes after turning what was touted as a big fight into a glorified
Restored noir classic ‘Heat’ still burns
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK “This crew is good,” declares Al Pacino’s Los Angeles
Campbell police debut check-ins for elderly, disabled residents
Chief says initiative reflects push for community policing
YSU roundup
Softball team sweeps Detriot Mercy, sets record DETROIT The Youngstown State softball team swept
Ohio biennial budget: By the numbers
The state Constitution mandates a balanced budget. The 2018-19 fiscal year begins July 1.
Flint water crisis is focus
Associated Press TORONTO Queen Latifah is hoping that her role in a movie about the Flint water
Field of fresh horses awaits Derby winner in Preakness
Always Dreaming is headed to the Preakness in two weeks, when the Kentucky Derby winner is likely to face several fresh horses
SPORTS digest
Mahoning Valley Lanes to host fundraiser YOUNGSTOWN Helping Other Women, a Youngstown-area non-
Thames ends HR drought, helps Brewers best Bucs
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Eric Thames was unable to get warm in his hotel room on a cold
Foundation gives $5K
Foundation gives $5K YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently donated a check for
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot over par for the third
Harman’s clutch birdie denies Johnson fourth straight win
Brian Harman made a 30-foot birdie putt on the final hole
youngstown Suspect arrested after chase
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN City police arrested a man after a high-speed vehicle chase and a foot
Trump rolls out red carpet for some unions more than others
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump says labor unions have an open door to his
Taking action
Associated Press BRENTWOOD, N.Y. Robert Mickens was just a regular dad who went to his
‘Guardians Vol. 2’ blasts off with $145M debut
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DEALING WITH SUICIDE | At a glance
About 60 people attended a two-hour faith-based Pastors Community Forum on Sunday afternoon at
Gator bites girl at Florida park
Associated Press ORLANDO, FLA. An alligator bit a 10-year-old girl on the leg as she sat in
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Mystery in Virginia: Who is shaving people’s cats? WAYNESBORO, Va. Why would
Bresha Meadows stays in custody
Bresha Meadows stays in custody WARREN Bresha Meadows, 15, of Warren, accused of fatally
washington Trump urges Senate Republicans to get health care bill to his desk
Associated Press BRANCHBURG, N.J. President Donald Trump urged Senate Republicans on Sunday to
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Ryan W. Hendricks, 18, of 401 Churchill Road, Girard,
Are the world’s despots reassured with Trump in the White House?SFlb
Opinion: By Eli Lake Bloomberg View Are you a foreign despot who has just purged his opposition or
Hundreds crowded into the DeYor-Ford Recital Hall Sunday April 7 to watch the YEC Commencement
Many of them also received degrees from YSU
Curbstone Coaches induct 50th Hall of Fame Class
When former Chaney High football standout Jim O’Malley received the call in January that he was selected for enshrinement into the 50th Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame, he instantly recalled the fun that he had playing for the Cowboys and legendary coach Red Angelo
NASCAR Last-lap pass gets other Jr. 1st career victory
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. blew past Kyle Busch to win at Talladega Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA.
Forum addresses suicide signs and symptoms
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com WARREN The Rev. Vincent Peterson tearfully recalled when, at age
ON THE LINKS | Sunday’s other pro golf results
LPGA LORENA OCHOA MATCH PLAY MEXICO CITY Sei Young Kim held off Ariya Jutanugarn 1 up on
It’s time for tax reform
Opinion: By Joshua Bolten Tribune News Service As momentum for tax reform builds, America’s business
Constitutional convention is a bad idea for Ohio, US
Editorial: There’s a movement afoot – and some Ohio legislators are blindly signing on – to get two-thirds of
SUNDAY’s OTHER NBA CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS
Wizards 121, Celtics 102 WASHINGTON Bradley Beal scored 29 points and Washington Wizards used a
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
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS Sunday’s conference semifinals
Oilers 7, Ducks 1 EDMONTON, ALBERTA Leon Draisaitl had three goals and two assists, Mark Letestu
Nigeria’s president meets Chibok schoolgirls
Associated Press ABUJA, NIGERIA Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari expressed joy Sunday night
N. Korea detains another American citizen over purported hostile acts
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA North Korea on Sunday said it detained another American
Israel: Palestinian hunger strike leader ate in secret
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s Prison Service released footage Sunday that it says shows
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Boardman Township board of trustees, 4 p.m., special meeting, government center,
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 8
Today is Monday, May 8, the 128th day of 2017. There are 237 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
James scores 35 points as Cavaliers ousts Raptors
LeBron James and the Cavaliers are headed back to a familiar place after sweeping aside another overmatched opponent
French elect pro-EU Macron as new president
Associated Press PARIS Ripping up France’s political map, French voters elected independent
NOTICES
NOTICES SFlbBASEBALL The Tri-County Raiders Travel Baseball Association — is looking for a few
Sunday, May 7 (80 stories)
Warren forum looks at suicide prevention
Hosting the two-hour faith-based panel discussion was Vienna-based Teen Straight Talk, a 28-year-old Christian-oriented organization dedicated to equipping young people with spiritual values and morals.
1Q casino tax revenue declines slightly
First-quarter casino tax revenues for Ohio’s counties and major cities, including Youngstown, have declined slightly from last year’s peak, according to the Ohio Department of Taxation.
Hubbard looks to downsize city jail
City officials are planning to scale back the Hubbard jail in the wake of compliance issues highlighted during a state inspection.
BOOKS DIGEST| Historical society will host local author
Historical society will host local author NILES The Niles Historical Society will host Larry
UP FOR ADOPTION
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Tyson Info:
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Gathering Place event will meet at 11 a.m. Monday at Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St.,
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant in
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Past Matrons Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon Monday at Eat ‘n’ Park in
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 6 p.m. at Caffe Capri, 8000 Market St., Boardman, for its
Spring luncheon will be at Upton House
Spring luncheon will be at Upton House WARREN The Harriet Taylor Upton Association will sponsor
Beatitude House awards scholarship, names new director
Sarah Ludwick receives scholarship, and Gina Pastella becomes executive director
TOP ARAB CITIZEN: Dr. Rashid Abdu achieves national acclaim
A part of his incredible journey from humble beginnings in Yemen involved a Brookfield couple he considers benefactors, foster parents and role models.
Fitch boys track team feeling optimistic
Fitch’s boys handily won the event on their home track with an impressive 100 points.
Girard man one of few certified beer experts in US
After a nine-hour exam, James Sforza of Girard handed in 25 pages of written work to a panel of test administrators, the culmination of six months of study and years of experience.
Patton’s death a surprise to former teammates
Former Campbell, YSU running back tied Tuesday at age 45
YSU nears a sweep in Horizon League track and field championships
The YSU women lead Oakland 103.5-64 while the YSU men lead Oakland 111-70.
Twenty years later, mom still seeks answers in murder of son
She is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to a conviction in her son’s slaying.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers’ Thompson to speak at Curbstone
Mahoning Valley Scrappers assistant general manager Matt Thompson will be the guest speaker at Monday’s luncheon meeting of The Curbstone Coaches at The Avion Banquet Center on Western Reserve Road in Beaver Township.
YSU grads eager to embark on their careers
The keynote speaker told the graduates the wide range of opportunities afforded them at YSU will serve them well in their future endeavors. He also urged the graduates to hold fast to their Mahoning Valley roots.
Canfield Derby Day party raises funds for horse park
Guests enjoyed traditional mint juleps and fancy Derby-style hats.
Always Dreaming wins Kentucky Derby
Always Dreaming splashed through the slop for a victory, giving trainer Todd Pletcher and rider John Velazquez their second victories in the race but their first together.
Struthers singer CC Cannon releases ‘It’s Too Late’ New name, new song
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The first single from CC Cannon is titled “It’s Too Late,”
Shunned by country radio, Nashville artists rebel Outlaw women
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. As a member of the country trio Pistol
Annual walk raises awareness of multiple sclerosis
Nikki Villella enjoys her job as a crisis counselor, spending time with family and living a normal life in nearly all respects – all of which make it difficult to believe she was diagnosed a few years ago with multiple sclerosis.
Readers say Salvatore’s is one of the best
The owners of the Italian restaurant are all from a little seaside village west of Naples.
METRO DIGEST || Postal carriers’ food drive is Saturday
Postal food drive The National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 385, announces its
Secretary of State Husted launches run for governor
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republican Secretary of State Jon Husted has launched
OD: Crime, public health issue, or both?
The ACLU is currently battling one Ohio city over charging overdose victims. It happens here too.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Marketing strategy YOUNGSTOWN PALO Creative has been selected by The Hope Foundation of the
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 75 — three over
Some pastors praise Trump order, while others worry over integrity
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS President Donald Trump’s order to ease limits on political activity
LoCAL GOLF LEAGUE SCORES
bedford trails golf course Mahoning Valley Golf League — Low gross: Bob Price 39, Larry Miner 39,
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 7
Today is Sunday, May 7, the 127th day of 2017. There are 238 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Wildfire in Georgia forces evacuations
Wildfire in Georgia forces evacuations folkston, ga. Seventy-nine people in St. George in
Ninth-inning homers lift Tribe against Royals
Cleveland slugger Carlos Santana was 0 for 14 with seven strikeouts against Kansas City closer Kelvin Herrera. That abruptly ended with one swing
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
Kelly Ripa gets permanent co-host
Q. When are they going to name a co-host for Kelly Ripa? I am tired of the guest hosts. A. I hope
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s pro golf results
WELLS FARGO CHAMPIONSHIP WILMINGTON, N.C. Patrick Reed birdied his final two holes for a
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
Woman arrested after Facebook threats made
Associated Press CANTON Authorities say an Ohio woman was arrested after multiple rants were
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming scrambles and outings
MAY 13 — Fitch Football Golf Outing at Pine Lakes Golf Club. Shotgun start at 9 a.m Cost is $75
Government scandals worse than those in corporate world
Opinion: By Omar Al-Ubaydli The Philadelphia Inquirer Recent U.S. presidential administrations are
PREPS at A GLANCE
PREPS at A GLANCE SFlbtrack and field boys optimist invitational Team Scores — Austintown
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Stanley Cup Playoffs Saturday’s other semifinal Senators 5, Rangers 4, OT OTTAWA, ONTARIO
In the cup! Area holes-in-one
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one Denny Staub of Boardman aced the 172-yard No. 12 at Pine Lakes.
Saturday’s other MLB Games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates 2, Brewers 1 PITTSBURGH Josh Harrison singled home Gift Ngoepe with
Amusement parks add metal detectors
Amusement parks add metal detectors SANDUSKY Amusement park visitors to the “Roller Coaster
ROSEMOND: UAS kids won’t grow up to be good USA citizens
You seem to believe that your job is to create happiness for your kids and minimize, if not eliminate, anything that might cause them the least iota of discomfort. That is NOT your job. Your job is to prepare emotionally-sturdy, self-responsible, respectful future citizens. The proper goal of raising a child in America is to make America a better place.
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
CERTIFIED Violet Miller Gizdic of Miller Family Insurance has completed the certification required
Americans hang up on landlines
By ANICK JESDANUN AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Deborah Braswell, a university administrator
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is the ... Hottest ticket in town
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor The hottest ticket in Washington, D.C., right now? It’s for
For the Week of Sunday, May 7, 2017
Patricia Gracian to Veritas Ft. Pierce LLC, Sherwood Ave., Youngstown, $11,000. Hood Maintenance
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Artists of the Mahoning Commons open studio and sale, noon to 5
Travel scams and how to avoid them
Consumers should educate themselves on how to deal By Holly Johnson TravelPulse (TNS) Just
German figurines depict where babies come from
Where do babies come from? Explaining this to a child has required many imaginative explanations.
Nigeria: 82 girls freed in Boko Haram exchange
Associated Press MAIDUGURI, NIGERIA Eighty-two Chibok schoolgirls seized three years ago by Boko
Loretta Lynn still hospitalized after stroke
Loretta Lynn still hospitalized after stroke NASHVILLE, TENN. Country music legend Loretta Lynn
French cybersecurity agency will probe hacking attack
Associated Press PARIS France’s election campaign commission said Saturday “a significant amount
Crumbling roads bring higher taxes, fees
Associated Press Tennessee will soon tax motorists more to fill their tanks. So will California,
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW CASES Youngstown Pipe and Steel LLC v. Boardman Steel Inc.,
Trump spews garbage; sadly, some of it sticks
Opinion: Trump spews garbage; sadly, some of it sticks After the November election, polls were taken on
Black women move to forefront in the fight for racial equality
Associated Press Bree Newsome snatched down a Confederate flag at the South Carolina Statehouse.
Experts: Convicting ex-officer in teen’s death will be tough
Associated Press HOUSTON Authorities who have charged a white suburban Dallas police officer
Health bill jeopardizes GOP monopoly in DC, Dems say
Associated Press ATLANTA Democrats are convinced that the GOP health care repeal, still awaiting
Genesis of charter school amendment is a mystery
Associated Press COLUMBUS A mysterious provision added to the state budget bill as passed by the
KINDERGARTEN Registrations
Local school districts having kindergarten registrations for the upcoming school year: Girard: St.
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
MAY SATURDAY — Second annual Run for Life 5K run/Walk at the Warren Relay for Life. Race Begins at
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Awards for educators John Tullio, director of curriculum and instruction for
YSU graduates are riding high
Opinion: There are many methods that we in higher education use to calculate the success of our institutions
YSU roundup
SOFTBALL Penguins win 10th straight league game Detroit The Youngstown State softball team
Seven strategies to get all-day energy
No one is immune to the occasional bout of low energy and weariness. But timed right, small changes
Warren police have earned Justice Department laurels
Editorial: At a time when other police departments across the nation are facing the turmoil that comes when
Blacks unfair to Betras
Opinion: Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras is being verbally whacked like a pinata by
Saturday, May 6 (82 stories)
Canfield Derby Day benefits Buckeye Horse Park
Saturday was a doubly special day for horse lovers at Tippecanoe Country Club's second annual Derby Day party.
Annual walk brings those living with MS, family, friends to raise program funds
Nikki Villella enjoys her job as a crisis counselor, spending time with family and living a normal life in nearly all respects – all of which make it difficult to believe she was diagnosed a few years ago with multiple sclerosis.
Ninth-inning homers lift Indians
Carlos Santana and Francisco Lindor hit back-to-back home runs with two outs in the ninth inning.
Always Dreaming wins Kentucky Derby
Always Dreaming has won the 143rd Kentucky Derby, pulling away from Lookin at Lee in the slop.
Trump's order to free religious political activity gets mixed reviews
President Donald Trump's order to ease limits on political activity by religious organizations is being met with both enthusiasm and dread from religious leaders. Soon after the president signed the order, an atheist group known as the Freedom From Religion Foundation filed papers in federal court seeking to block the measure..
Republicans now on hook with Americans for Trumpcare reductions, Dems say
It's "Trumpcare" now, and Republicans have to answer for it.
Dozens more kidnapped Nigerian schoolgirls released today
At least 62 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped three years ago by Boko Haram extremists in northern Nigeria have been released into military custody, authorities said late today.
Final Sauce and Song event set for Sunday
Final Sauce and Song event set for Sunday YOUNGSTOWN The final Sauce and Song event until fall
Cassandra Best | George Stevens
POLAND Cassandra Best and George Stevens were married at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at Holy Family Parish
Miss Cummings, Mr. Maxwell are engaged
BERLIN CENTER Christopher and Tracie Cummings are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Brandenstein- Ivery engagement is announced
BRIDGEVILLE, PA. Tiffany Brandenstein and Christopher Ivery, both of Bridgeville, Pa., are
Katie Stickel and Gary Arthur will marry in June
YOUNGSTOWN Lori and Richard Stickel of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Amy Dravecky, Steven Armour are engaged
AUSTINTOWN Amy Dravecky of Cuyahoga Falls and Steven Armour of Parma, Ohio, are engaged and plan
Rosalie Nolfi, Nicholas Benson set wedding date
The parents of Rosalie Nolfi and Nicholas Benson, both of Canfield, are announcing the couple’s
Sickle- Bloomingdale plans are made
NEW WATERFORD Geraldyne Sickle of New Waterford and Dylan Bloomingdale of East Palestine are
Miss Offerdahl, Mr. Bennett plan June ceremony
Ivy Offerdahl and Derek Bennett, both of Boardman, are planning to be married June 10 in the rose
Hubbard neighbors fondly remember young man who died in fire
Investigators say the blaze spread quickly.
Trumbull inmate dies after being found unresponsive in cell
Gregory Wright, 60, was pronounced dead Friday afternoon.
Teacher in dragging incident: I would not harm a child
'I would never hurt any child,' said former Alta Head Start employee Jenn Lohr, who contends her teaching career is being 'destroyed ... for a snapshot.'
YSU roundup
SOFTBALL Sarah Dowd named to Academic All-HL team For the third time in her career, Youngstown
SPORTS DIGEST || Harding’s Daniels signs with Patriots
Harding’s Daniels signs with Patriots Warren Harding graduate LeShun Daniels Jr. has signed with
Agency on Aging 11 opening satellite office in Youngstown
An office to administer services under the new senior levy will open before July 1 in downtown Youngstown, where the agency was located before moving to Niles.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 74 in round two of
Woman injured in fatal Mesoptamia attack decries placement of her children
Tiffany Lambert said Trumbull County Family Court awarded emergency temporary custody of her two children to the suspect's mother while Lambert was in the hospital, and she can’t get them back until at least a May 24 hearing.
A familiar voice is set to come back to radio Return of Mr. Sports
By BOB JACKSON entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When John Batcho stepped back into a radio
Ryes to mark third anniversary
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Ryes Craft Beer and Whiskey is marking its third anniversary today with
record reviews
PJ Morton Album: “Gumbo” Grade: B PJ Morton may be the keyboardist for pop-rock band Maroon 5,
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE SCHEDULE TODAY BASEBALL East Palestine vs. Ursuline, Cene Park, 11 a.m.
Simply Slavic festival is seeking volunteers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Organizers of the Simply Slavic Festival are seeking volunteers. The
Canfield bus driver accused of gas theft
Laura Lynn was using the bus garage gas pump to fill her personal vehicle, police say
Poland students encouraged to DAWG: do, act, wonder, grow
Students rotated between 12 stations dedicated to activities and topics such as physical activity, nutrition, sports safety and more. They also had the chance to meet Erin Gabriel, a Poland graduate and star athlete who went on to play softball at the University of Tennessee.
METRO DIGEST || Too much insulin found in girl; mom charged
Too much insulin CLEVELAND Deva Young, 22, of Vermont Street Northwest in Warren, was indicted
Canfield students experience local government for Civics Day
Judge Robert Rusu delivered keynote address, underlined the importance of civic engagement.
Mahoning commissioners OK morgue ventilation upgrade
Poor ventilation there has caused the coroner’s office to try to schedule autopsies on badly decomposed bodies late in the day to reduce odor problems in the former Forum Health Southside Medical Center, which is now a county office complex.
Celebrants savor the flavors of Cinco de Mayo
Juliann Margino of New Castle, Pa., takes a swing at a Dos Equis pinata after being spun around by Magic Tree Pub and Eatery owner Phil Reda during a Cinco de Mayo celebration at the Boardman pub Friday night.
oddly enough
oddly enough Little Rock police find live alligator in burglars’ car LITTLE ROCK, Ark. Little
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Workers recalled LORDSTOWN The United Auto Workers Local 1112, which represents the assembly
Health care bill faces GOP skepticism in Senate
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Republicans wasted no time Friday showing they have little
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Daniel J. Superak, 32, of Poland, and Jennifer J.
TOMORROW in BEST
TOMORROW in BEST Struthers country singer CC Cannon releases her first single, “It’s Too Late.”
Public’s help sought
Public’s help sought YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the
Man charged with planning to bomb NYC to help IS
Man charged with planning to bomb NYC to help IS NEWARK, N.J. A New Jersey man arrested after
Never underestimate the value of graduation and of increasing grad rates
Editorial: Thousands of college students and high school seniors in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys will walk
Good deals? Probably not
How many times have you said to yourself, “If only there was someplace I could buy a pair of jeans
Affected by the kid with a gun
Opinion: COLUMBUS I came upon a tragic scene outside the Statehouse a few days ago that I can’t stop
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 6
Today is Saturday, May 6, the 126th day of 2017. There are 239 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis.
Teen arraigned in Struthers for alleged marijuana traffcking
Struthers resident faces felony charges.
Program exists to help boost Hispanic college graduation rates
Opinion: The National Hispanic Recognition Program was established in 1983
Bristolville man convicted of 2012 Warren robbery spree charged with another one
Bristolville man convicted of 2012 Warren robbery spree charged with another one
Friday’s other NBA Semifinal
Friday’s other NBA Semifinal Spurs 103, Rockets 92 HOUSTON Kawhi Leonard and LaMarcus
dayton Pastor, wife get prison sentences after death of their foster child
Associated Press DAYTON An Ohio pastor has been sentenced to 18 years to life in prison in the
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Shanna Yost and William Kimball, Campbell, boy, May 3.
N. Korea says US, S. Korea tried to assassinate its leader
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea on Friday accused the U.S. and South Korean spy
Officer charged in teen’s shooting death
Associated Press DALLAS A white Texas police officer has been charged with murder in the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Deathtrap,” 8 p.m.: Trumbull New Theatre presents this thriller
Trump team raised flags about Russian contacts
Associated Press WASHINGTON In late November, a member of Donald Trump’s transition team
Pick for Army post drops out
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s choice for Army secretary withdrew his
Jobs data provide reassurance for economy
A burst of hiring in April provided reassurance for the U.S. economy after a slow start to the year: Job growth returned to a healthy pace.
More older Americans continue to work
Associated Press NEW YORK Retire by your mid-60s? How 1960s. More Americans age 65 and over
Senator: FBI paid $900K for iPhone hacking tool
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sen. Dianne Feinstein, the top Democrat on the Senate committee that
Days of wine and powdered milk
Opinion: Reflecting on my 92-year life span, it’s an uphill battle, and I feel fortunate to have made it this
HORIZON OUTDOOR Championships
HORIZON OUTDOOR Championships DAY 2 SCHEDULE TODAY vDecathalon starts at 9 a.m. vField events
ON THE LINKS | Recaps of Friday’s other professional golf events
LPGA Tour MEXICO CITY Ariya Jutanugarn won a sister showdown Friday in the Lorena Ochoa Match
Heart Reach hosts golf scramble
Heart Reach hosts golf scramble HUBBARD Heart Reach Neighborhood Ministries will host a golf
AROUND THE HORN | Friday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 4, Red Sox 3 MINNEAPOLIS Joe Mauer hit a solo home run in the bottom of
Friday, May 5 (114 stories)
Canfield schools bus driver charged with stealing gas
A bus driver at Canfield High School entered a not-guilty plea to a charge of stealing gasoline from the school bus garage.
24-year-old Hubbard man dies in early morning blaze
Neighbors remember a young man who died in a fire Friday morning for his outgoing personality.
Preschool teacher decries her firing with no investigation
After her termination Tuesday after being accused of dragging a 4-year-old preschooler, Jenn Lohr and her lawyer question why her former employer, Alta Head Start, did not conduct an investigation.
60-year-old inmate found dead in Trumbull jail
Ten days after an inmate was taken unresponsive from his cell in the Trumbull County jail after a possible drug overdose, an inmate was found dead in his cell Friday.
Mexican victory celebration now perfect reason for American revelry
Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over French invaders at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 – unless you’re American, in which case it celebrates an evening between St. Patrick’s Day and the Fourth of July on which public intoxication is socially acceptable.
Canfield seniors learn government jobs at 37th Civic Day activities
Canfield High School seniors had the opportunity to examine the inner workings of their local government Friday at the 37th annual Civic Day, sponsored by Canfield Rotary.
Mahoning commissioners approve morgue ventilation improvements
The Mahoning County commissioners awarded a $534,000 contract today for morgue ventilation improvement at Oakhill Renaissance Place to York-Mahoning Mechanical Contractors Inc.
2nd DAWG Day offers physical activity, nutrition, sports safety to Poland students
Do, act, wonder, grow. That’s what Poland’s third- and fourth-grade students were encouraged to do at the second annual “DAWG Day” that took place at Dobbins Elementary Friday.
Area Agency to open office again in Mahoning County
Area Agency on Aging 11 will again establish an office in Youngstown, in the Mahoning County Children Services building, 222 W. Federal St., to administer services to county residents, 60 and older.
Emails of centrist French presidential candidate's team hacked, altered
Macron’s team said in a statement that hackers have mixed fake documents with real ones stolen from the personal and professional email accounts of campaign staff. France's election commission is to meet early Saturday to discuss the attack.
Jury awards record-setting $110.5M in baby powder lawsuit
Jury awards record-setting $110.5M in baby powder lawsuit
US military member killed in Somalia, 1st death since 1993
US military member killed in Somalia, 1st death since 1993
Trump Army secretary nominee withdraws in wake of remarks about Muslim and LGBTQ Americans
A coalition of 41 organizations led by the Human Rights Campaign called on the leaders of the Senate Armed Services Committee today to reject Green’s nomination, saying Green’s “shameful rhetoric” is at odds with the Army’s core values and will affect recruiting.
Struthers man arraigned on drug-trafficking charge
Struthers man arraigned on drug-trafficking charge
Trumbull County jail inmate pronounced dead at St. Joe's
Trumbull County jail inmate pronounced dead at St. Joe's
Food, clothing distribution is Saturday on East Side
Food, clothing distribution is Saturday on East Side
Trump moving to slash budget for White House 'drug czar"
Trump moving to slash budget for White House 'drug czar"
Tibbetts-Wick Road in Liberty temporarily closed after accident
Tibbetts-Wick Road in Liberty temporarily closed after accident
Canfield High School bus driver accused of stealing gas from bus garage
Canfield High School bus driver accused of stealing gas from bus garage
Rain prompts warnings near flood-prone northwest Ohio river
Rain prompts warnings near flood-prone northwest Ohio river
North Korea accuses US, South Korea of assassination attempt
North Korea accuses US, South Korea of assassination attempt
Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman will be tried in US in April 2018
Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman will be tried in US in April 2018
Ohio State Highway Patrol: Inmate dies after allegedly attacked by other inmate
Ohio State Highway Patrol: Inmate dies after allegedly attacked by other inmate
Puerto Rico to close 184 public schools amid crisis
Puerto Rico to close 184 public schools amid crisis
UPDATE | Fatal fire this morning in Hubbard Township
UPDATE | Fatal fire this morning in Hubbard Township
Paramedics revive man in Austintown after likely overdose
Paramedics revive man in Austintown after likely overdose
Mahoning comissioners OK contract tor morgue ventilation work
Mahoning comissioners OK contract tor morgue ventilation work
Former NHL player gets probation in drug-selling scheme
Former NHL player gets probation in drug-selling scheme
2 killed when cargo plane goes off runway in West Virginia
2 killed when cargo plane goes off runway in West Virginia
US probes complaints of brake problems on Nissan Murano SUVs
US probes complaints of brake problems on Nissan Murano SUVs
Local chef to take a shot at ‘American Ninja Warrior’
Local chef to take a shot at ‘American Ninja Warrior’
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m. May
Local families spend night with Easter Bunny
Children and their families hopped to Boardman Park to spend an evening together with the Easter Bunny. The two-night event started in 2013 and is an annual tradition for some families.
Youngstown council OKs up to $2M loan to LA filmmaker
The loan is guaranteed by an irrevocable letter of credit from an accredited bank.
Wallace, Ervin win top honors at Trumbull County meet
Cold and windy was the order of the day at Lakeview High School.
SPORTS digest || Dowd on CoSIDA all-district team
Youngstown State senior softball player Sarah Dowd has been named to the College Sports Information Director of America’s (CoSIDA)Academic All-District Second-Team, the association announced on Thursday.
Canfield town-hall meeting covers police, water issues
More than 100 residents from the city and Canfield Township attended the meeting, which included several city government speakers and a question-and-answer session for the public.
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE THURSDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL Hubbard 3, Crestview 1 Jamie Thomson knocked
Choffin seniors showcase their styling skills
Instructors say their passion for cosmetology comes from their doll days
Coupling up: Sharp, Napravnik in Derby
Rosie Napravnik is an assistant trainer and exercise rider for her trainer husband Joe Sharp.
Pens relying on defense, grit to take control vs. Capitals
The Penguins are going about their business in a much different way than in 2016.
NOW Youngstown uses National Prayer day to pray for leadership
NOW Youngstown hosted the National Day of Prayer in Trinity United Methodist Church at noon Thursday, inviting people of all walks of life to participate.
Mayor, superintendent give reasons to cheer Warren
Mayor Doug Franklin took the members of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber on a virtual tour of the city during his remarks at the annual Good Morning Warren breakfast.
Former Mahoning County assistant prosecutor appeals firing
Appeal filed with state personnel board of review
Trumbull prosecutor, US officials discuss Hoerig's extradition
Trumbull prosecutor says he’s been in recent contact with U.S. officials regarding Claudia Hoerig extradition
Warren woman pleads not guilty to chasing, hitting sister with car
A city woman pleaded not guilty to felonious assault after being accused of chasing down and running over her sister with a car
Youngstown program accelerates student growth
Demiere Williams, 7, works on the i-Ready program during an after-school session in the cafeteria at Williamson Elementary School. Youngstown City Schools’ Afterschool Program helped kids make about a year’s growth in reading and about three-quarters of a year’s growth in math in about five months, school officials say.
STANLEY CUP ROUNDUP
STANLEY CUP ROUNDUP Thursday’s playoff game Rangers 4, Senators 1 NEW YORK Oscar Lindberg
INSIDE THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak
INSIDE THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under par 71 in
NBA PLAYOFFS ROUND 2 | Thursday’s game
NBA PLAYOFFS ROUND 2 | Thursday’s game Wizards 116, Celtics 89 WASHINGTON John Wall scored
Video shows family forced off Delta flight
Associated Press DALLAS Delta Air Lines is offering refunds and compensation to a California
Backlash follows sale of NC brewer
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Within hours of announcing its sale to the maker of Budweiser,
Spurs’ Parker out for remainder of playoffs
Associated Press One of Gregg Popovich’s top priorities in the final weeks of the regular season
AROUND THE HORN | Thursday’s other MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Reds 4, Pirates 2 CINCINNATI Joey Votto doubled twice, drove in two runs and
Austintown Community Briefs
Auditions to take place May 7 and 8 The Vic recently announced auditions for its annual summer
April 4
April 4 Menacing: Gail Miconi, 60, of Evergreen Motel, 485 W. Main St., was arrested for menacing.
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Summer athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 5
Today is Friday, May 5, the 125th day of 2017. There are 240 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Mayor McNally isn’t impressed with those vying to replace him
Opinion: When I asked Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally, who lost the Democratic primary for his seat, if he
Anemic primary turnout must be cause for concern
Editorial: Though Tuesday’s primary election in the Mahoning Valley produced its fair share of winners and
Campbell Council sets penalty semi truck street parking
Council tried to enact ordinance in 2009, but failed to set penalty.
‘Gray death’ is latest opioid street mix causing worry
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS It’s being called “gray death” – a new and
oddly enough
oddly enough The dark side of May 4: Stormtrooper causes alarm at school ASHWAUBENON, Wis. A
mahoning COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted these people on these charges: Mitchell L. Glay,
Trump to visit Israel, Saudi Arabia, Vatican
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Thursday his first foreign trip as
Trump makes first trip home as president
Donald Trump turned his first trip home as president into a victory lap Thursday, returning to the city that has largely opposed him while celebrating House passage of legislation undoing much of his predecessor’s health law.
Justice Kennedy remains silent about retirement
Justice Kennedy remains silent about retirement WASHINGTON As one justice settles into his new
THURSDAY ON THE LINKS More professional golf results
WELLS FARGO WILMINGTON, N.C. Dustin Johnson has shown more game than rust in his return to
Business owners optimistic about economy
Ohio business owners are more optimistic about the economy today than they have been in eight years
US in talks to keep troops in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi is in talks with the Trump
Changing the rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans took a major step toward their long-promised goal
Ohio AG rejects initial summary for redistricting ballot proposal
Associated Press COLUMBUS Initial summary language for a ballot proposal that would change the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Ex-Fox News chief trying to sell NJ home CRESSKILL, N.J. Former Fox News chief
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Dominion rate declines 1 percent YOUNGSTOWN The Dominion East Ohio Standard Choice
Prince Philip retiring from royal duties
Associated Press LONDON For decades, he has stood loyally at the side of Queen Elizabeth II and
Oil prices plunge as other sectors edge up
Associated Press NEW YORK Oil prices and energy companies plunged Thursday, but other stocks
Order limits IRS action on religious organizations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declaring he was giving churches their “voices back,” President
METRO DIGEST || City school year will begin Sept. 5
City school year will begin Sept. 5 YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown City Schools’ 2017-18 first day of
METRO DIGEST || Bartender attacked after ‘last call’
Bartender attacked YOUNGSTOWN Charges are expected to be filed after reports said a woman jumped
A right to report the news
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON In a chaotic media environment that
WASHINGTON || House OKs bill to repeal Obamacare
Associated Press WASHINGTON Delivering at last, triumphant House Republicans voted Thursday to
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty:
Trivia Night challenges Austintown community
Austintown Kiwanis tested community members’ knowledge during the first annual Trivia Night on April 28.
April 20
April 20 Theft: A Lockwood Boulevard woman reported the theft of a set of her husband’s school
Poland Community Briefs
Fellows to host Mother’s Day brunch There will be a Mother’s Day brunch at Fellows Riverside
Elementary students experience high school early
Fifth- and sixth-grade students from local Catholic and public schools had the opportunity to explore Cardinal Mooney High School on March 31.
Carnival of Fun teaches students economics
Stadium Drive Elementary students transformed a classroom into a carnival to learn more about finance and economics.
Area fitness expo promotes health and wellness
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Local businesses and vendors gathered on April
Boys track victorious over Howland and Champion
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2017 record to 8-0 with a victory over the Howland Tigers
CHS athletes take part in CHC Read-a-Thon
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School students welcomed some very
Boardman Community Briefs
Mother’s Day brunch There will be a Mother’s Day brunch at Fellows Riverside Gardens on May 14.
Boardman Park to host Adventure Day Camp
Adventure Day Camp at Boardman Park will run for ten weeks starting June 12 through Aug. 18. The
Local student travels world at sea
Canfield resident Alexandria Zoldan is currently on a ship exploring the world while participating in a three and a half month Semester at Sea program.
Boardman resident celebrates 101st birthday
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com “What should I wish for, I have it right here,”
April 17
April 17 Identity theft: A victim’s Social Security number was used for an account at a home in
Spartans place second in county championship meet
The Boardman Spartans finished Mahoning County Runners-Up following the championship meet on April
Elementary students get to experience high school early
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fifth- and sixth-grade students from local
Area fitness expo to promote health and wellness
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Local businesses and vendors gathered on April
Canfield Community Briefs
CHS bands to perform spring concert The Canfield High School bands will present the final concert
Kiwanis Club hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman Kiwanis Club hosted its 67th
Poland Sports Briefs
Golf outing date set for May 13 The date has been set for the Poland All Sports Boosters 2017
Area fitness expo encourages health and wellness
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Local businesses and vendors gathered on April
Area fitness expo to encourage health and wellness
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Local businesses and vendors gathered on April 17
New facility receives blessing
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Inn and Poland Way residents and staff
Thursday, May 4 (109 stories)
Ryan, Johnson react to House's health care bill passage
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland says the House vote to repeal and replace Obamacare “will have devastating consequences for hard-working families and is an absolute betrayal of everything we stand for as Americans.”
Afterschool program increases Youngstown students' competency by a year
The results are in and Youngstown City Schools’ Afterschool Program helps students gain about a year’s growth in math and reading.
Eastern Gateway closing Warren campus next week
Eastern Gateway Community College will no longer offer classes at its Warren Center location after the semester ends next Friday.
Youngstown council approves loan to LA company for film to be made in Valley
City council agreed to lend up to $2 million to a Los Angeles production company to film a movie in Youngstown and the surrounding area.
Canfield residents hear annual review of city at tonight's town hall
The city of Canfield hosted its annual town hall meeting Thursday night at Mahoning County Career and Technical Center.
Watkins meets with US officials to speed return of fugitive Claudia Hoerig from Brazil
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins met April 27 with officials from the U.S. Justice and State departments to discuss the extradition of Claudia Hoerig from Brazil to Trumbull County so she can stand trial in the 2007 shooting death of her husband, Air Force Maj. Karl Hoerig.
Warren mayor tells chamber he sees hope for future in city's youth
Mayor Doug Franklin took the members of the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber of Commerce on a virtual tour of the city during his remarks at the annual Good Morning Warren breakfast.
Prayer from Daniel 9:19 opens Day of Prayer in Youngstown
Pastor Al Yanno said the National Day of Prayer in Youngstown doesn’t have a bunch of speakers, but a bunch of key prayers.
Choffin stylists showcase skills at Hair Show
Seventeen senior students showcased their skills Thursday afternoon at Choffin Career and Technical Center’s Hair Show.
Trump makes return to NYC fresh off health vote win
Trump makes return to NYC fresh off health vote win
Campbell man indicted today on charges of child rape
A Mahoning County grand jury today indicted a man accused of raping a child.
Martin Desmond appeals his firing as Mahoning County prosecutor
Martin Desmond appeals his firing as Mahoning County prosecutor
Youngstown council approves $2M loan for company to film movie here
Youngstown council approves $2M loan for company to film movie here
Three car crash at North River Road and Larchmont Avenue
Three car crash at North River Road and Larchmont Avenue
Facebook, Twitter, Google sued over San Bernardino attack
Facebook, Twitter, Google sued over San Bernardino attack
Pa. man convicted in robbery and dog-shooting case
Pa. man convicted in robbery and dog-shooting case
In latest airline video, Delta boots family from flight
In latest airline video, Delta boots family from flight
Family of boy killed on Kansas water slide to receive $20M
Family of boy killed on Kansas water slide to receive $20M
Spurs' Tony Parker out for rest of playoffs with quad injury
Spurs' Tony Parker out for rest of playoffs with quad injury
77-year-old Pa. priest pleads to $500k embezzlement, some for casinos
77-year-old Pa. priest pleads to $500k embezzlement, some for casinos
Senators decry state of air travel after passenger incidents
Senators decry state of air travel after passenger incidents
Puerto Rico faces uncertain future as debt saga unfolds
Puerto Rico faces uncertain future as debt saga unfolds
Crews search for man after canoe capsizes on Ohio lake
Crews search for man after canoe capsizes on Ohio lake
The latest opioid street mix causing concern: 'Gray death'
The latest opioid street mix causing concern: 'Gray death'
Canfield police check second threat at MCCTC, students evacuated
Canfield police check second threat at MCCTC, students evacuated
Pennsylvania congressman bows out of drug czar consideration
Pennsylvania congressman bows out of drug czar consideration
Maine truck driver killed in crash on Ohio Turnpike
Maine truck driver killed in crash on Ohio Turnpike
Trump to visit Israel, Saudi Arabia, Vatican, meet with pope
Trump to visit Israel, Saudi Arabia, Vatican, meet with pope
Friend flushes baseball fan's remains down ballpark toilets
Friend flushes baseball fan's remains down ballpark toilets
Senator says flyers often treated like ‘self-loading cargo’
Senator says flyers often treated like ‘self-loading cargo’
Woman accused of jumping over bar and punching bartender
Woman accused of jumping over bar and punching bartender
Youngstown find pills and money, including drugs in dog house
Youngstown find pills and money, including drugs in dog house
Victim’s mom denied access to Aaron Hernandez’s remains
Victim’s mom denied access to Aaron Hernandez’s remains
Markets Right Now: Stocks edge higher in early trading
Markets Right Now: Stocks edge higher in early trading
Britain's Prince Philip, 95, to retire from royal duties
Britain's Prince Philip, 95, to retire from royal duties
Man sorry that his left-behind guitar caused airport scare
Man sorry that his left-behind guitar caused airport scare
Woman accused of chasing down and running over her sister with her car
Woman accused of chasing down and running over her sister with her car
Grace Race to benefit Ukraine outreach
Grace Race to benefit Ukraine outreach NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Grace Race will take place at noon
Bresha Meadows' attorney seeks her release pending murder trial
Her attorney said the teen could be released to her aunt, a Cleveland police officer, and placed on electronically monitored house arrest with a requirement that she be in the presence of an adult at all times.
YSU teams favored in Horizon League championships
The YSU women are looking for their fourth straight title and are heavy favorites.
Brown sends NAFTA letter to Trump
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Cleveland, recently sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump about the renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement
LGBTQ over time
‘It’s important to realize the LGBTQ community has had voices both historically and valuably since the nineteenth century,’ said YSU assistant professor Megan List
Ursuline's Kenneally beats hometown team
Ursuline pitcher Jordyn Kenneally knows Girards softball team well and the Indians players know her well to
Glenwood Junior High students make their own functional wind turbines
The project challenges the students to generate energy.
Trumbull citizens budget committee recommends cuts to worker benefits
The committee says its recommendations could save the county more than $2 million per year.
James, Cavaliers stuff Raptors again
LeBron James is averaging 34.9 points, 10 rebounds and 8.1 assists in Cleveland’s last nine playoff wins.
Niles panel OKs legislation to request bids for water meter installation
Also Wednesday, Law Director Terry Swauger told council the updated drug policy will not exempt city workers who have a prescription for medical marijuana
‘Guardians’ returns and it’s better than the first
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer In James Gunn’s sequel to his swashbuckling space Western, the
Summer movie preview WALL-TO-WALL BLOCKBUSTERS
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Does the summer movie season still exist? It was once
SUMMER MOVIE CALENDAR
SUMMER MOVIE CALENDAR Associated Press This summer at the movies there will be aliens, evil and
Classic Empire favorite in Kentucky Derby
After he endured hoof and back injuries and a reluctance to train, things are looking up for Classic Empire.
Academic Senate says 9 of 85 issues addressed
Nine of 85 actionable items identified in the Campus Climate Survey have been addressed since December, Academic Senate President Chet Cooper announced Wednesday night.
Calhoun gets fifth commit for Penguins
Calhoun gets fifth commit for Penguins Michael Akuchie has signed a National Letter of Intent to
Second man with Detroit connections indicted in Niles jewelry store robbery, kidnapping
The man indicted in the April 25 armed robbery of Direct Jewelry on state Route 46 in Niles, also lists his birthplace as Detroit.
Man arraigned after shooting dog in Liberty
The suspect told police he was trying to euthanize the dog for his friend.
Youngstown election results reflect racial divide
Jamael Tito Brown is shown in a reflective moment Tuesday during the Democratic Party primary election for Youngstown mayor. He defeated incumbent John A. McNally. An analysis of voting results shows Brown got most of his votes from black residents, and McNally garnered the majority of votes from the city’s white residents.
Reds hit three home runs in win over Pirates
Cincinnati has won five of its last six against Pittsburgh.
McNally’s criminal record proved to be his undoing
Editorial: During the Youngstown mayoral forum last month hosted by The Vindicator, Mayor John A. McNally
Delphi to spin off powertrain unit into separate company
Associated Press DETROIT Automotive parts and electronics maker Delphi Corp. plans to spin off
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG-13) Filmmaker James Gunn delivers Mixtape 2 as
Comic book shops in giveaway day
Comic book shops in giveaway day Free Comic Book Day will be Saturday at several area comic book
Selected local stocks
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ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH On a N.C. island, chase ends at dock with arrest OCRACOKE, N.C. Authorities say
Two plead guilty in prostitution case
The promotion of prostitution and money laundering occurred at an Austintown massage parlor, the indictment says.
Wood ashes can be used for composting
By Theresa Semchee Ohio certified volunteer naturalist This is the time of the year that we all
House scheduled to vote on health care bill today
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House will vote today on GOP legislation to repeal and replace
Today
Today Pop, Rock, Jazz The Crazy Train, 8 p.m., Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent; 877-987-6487.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Coitsville Township trustees, 8:30 a.m., work study meeting; regular meeting, 9:30
They’re showy, fragrant, but can topple a trellis SWEET PEAS
By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Sweet peas just might be one of the most
The curtain comes down on Canfield theater chief’s career
Kandace Cleland didn’t quite sail off into the sunset on a flying carpet. But the longtime drama
One’s religious belief should not permit discrimination of others
Opinion: By REV. MARK WINGFIELD The Dallas Morning News Imagine this scenario: An evangelical Christian
Happy home, happy snakes
Happy home, happy snakes From avoiding rock gardening to installing rubber seals on doors and
Wealthy aren’t going to give up deduction on mortgage interest
Opinion: WASHINGTON Attempting comprehensive tax reform is like trying to tug many bones from the clamped
Growing rhubarb
Growing rhubarb An early spring delicacy is a patch of rhubarb in the garden. It may not be the
Styx at Stambaugh
Styx at Stambaugh Classic rock band Styx will come to Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.,
Birding McGuffey Wildlife Preserve
Birding McGuffey Wildlife Preserve When: Saturday, 8 to 9:30 a.m. What: Join us as we search
Come January, Youngs-town will have a black mayor – the second in the city’s history.
Opinion: Come January, Youngs-town will have a black mayor – the second in the city’s history. Jay Williams
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sat: Demos Papadimas and Band, 8 p.m.
Police: 2 dead in suspected murder-suicide
Associated Press IRVING, TEXAS Two people died Wednesday in an apparent murder-suicide at a
Red head? Turkey vulture
Q. I saw your wildlife articles and I was wondering if you can tell me what the large bird with the
In France, candidates clash in no-holds-barred debate
Associated Press PARIS The only face-to-face televised debate between France’s presidential
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 4
Today is Thursday, May 4, the 124th day of 2017. There are 241 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
AUDITIONS
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“Superstore” (8 P.M., NBC): It doesn’t sound like a very happy season finale for
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Big Chuck, Lil’ John at WPO event
Staff report CORTLAND Television personalities Big Chuck and Lil’ John will be the featured
Facebook ramps up its response to violent videos
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook is stepping up its efforts to keep inappropriate and often
F1 star Alonso learns some crucial lessons
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Fernando Alonso got his first real lesson in IndyCar racing on
Comey defends Clinton choice
FBI director felt ‘slightly nauseous’ thinking he might have tipped election Associated Press
No charges for cop who killed attacker
Associated Press COLUMBUS A grand jury has cleared the police officer who fatally shot the man
Nuns in Philly take on Wells Fargo
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords In an insightful song about outlaws, Woody Guthrie wrote this verse:
METRO DIGEST || Volney Rogers gets ‘Just Dream’ award
Volney Rogers award YOUNGSTOWN The Minnie B. Thompson Foundation Inc. chose Volney Rogers Middle
Paris Jackson signs on for movie acting debut
Paris Jackson signs on for movie acting debut LOS ANGELES Paris Jackson has agreed to take on a
Best school around
Opinion: By Jim Sollisch Chicago Tribune J.C. Penney, American Apparel, Radio Shack, Abercrombie & Fitch,
Artists open house
Artists open house Artists of the Mahoning Commons and Friends will have an open studio from noon
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
METRO DIGEST || Columbiana motorcyclist killed
Motorcyclist killed NORTH LIMA A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday morning on state Route 164
Race was subtext of Democratic primary
Opinion: Come January, Youngs-town will have a black mayor – the second in the city’s history. Jay Williams
Wednesday, May 3 (105 stories)
Attorney, cop relative ask for Bresha Meadow's release till trial
Ian Friedman, attorney for Bresha Meadows, told Judge Pamela Rintala of Trumbull County Juvenile Court that Bresha, 15, should be allowed to leave juvenile detention pending her trial, scheduled for May 22.
Niles to seek bids for installation of high-tech water meters
For more than two years, about 6,500 technologically sophisticated water meters have sat untouched in their packaging in the vacant Waddell Park swimming pool because the city, still in fiscal emergency, has had neither money nor manpower to install them. That may finally be about to change.
Youngstown results reflect election of black vs. white
Youngstown is one city that will have a new mayor next year.
LeBron scores 39 as Cavs rout Raptors
LeBron James scored 39 points, hopped Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the career playoff scoring list and pushed the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 125-103 blowout over the Toronto Raptors
Penguins beat Capitals without Sidney Crosby
The Pittsburgh Penguins found a way to survive without injured star Sidney Crosby
YSU Academic Senate making progress on survey items, president says
Nine of 85 actionable items identified in the Campus Climate Survey have been addressed since December, Academic Senate President Chet Cooper announced Wednesday night.
Glenwood 7th-, 8th-graders building wind turbines
Turning wind into electricity is no small feat, so it’s surprising to see seventh- and eighth-graders practicing this science in school.
2 defendants in Austintown prostitution cases plead guilty
Two defendants in a case involving prostitution at a licensed Austintown massage parlor pleaded guilty Wednesday before Judge Lou A. D’Apolito of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Canfield council approves ordinance prohibiting marijuana-cultivation in the city
Canfield council approves ordinance prohibiting marijuana-cultivation in the city
YSU students examined LGBTQ issues through history
Ten students who spent the spring semester exploring the prevalence of LGBTQ – lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and queer – issues from the late 19th century to now put their findings on display in the basement of Beeghly Center at Youngstown State University.
No charges against officer who killed Ohio State attacker
No charges against officer who killed Ohio State attacker
House passes $1.1T government spending bill, sends to Senate
House passes $1.1T government spending bill, sends to Senate
Jim Tressel on VTR
YSU President Jim Tressel joined Vindy Talk Radio to discuss life lessons, the university and the state of Youngstown.
Brewhaha: LeBron upset with brewery over photo with beer
Brewhaha: LeBron upset with brewery over photo with beer
Markets Right Now: Stocks end mostly lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks end mostly lower on Wall Street
Man wrongly arrested in Ohio car theft gets $75K settlement
Man wrongly arrested in Ohio car theft gets $75K settlement
SUV suddenly takes off, crashes during auto auction; 3 dead
SUV suddenly takes off, crashes during auto auction; 3 dead
UPDATE | State troopers say alcohol played role in fatal Beaver Township cycle accident
State troopers at scene of fatal Beaver Township crash
Health bill teeters while spending legislation advances
Health bill teeters while spending legislation advances
Venue changed for Thursday's local rally for the National Day of Prayer
Venue changed for Thursday's local rally for the National Day of Prayer
Police: Poland Township woman burglarizes home for a cigarette
Poland Township woman burglarizes home for a cigarette
Health bill gains new life as 2 GOP moderates meet Trump
Health bill gains new life as 2 GOP moderates meet Trump
Ohio city plans lawsuit to stop gas pipeline construction
Ohio city plans lawsuit to stop gas pipeline construction
Ohio man’s mom tells police she’s sorry cop had to kill him
Ohio man’s mom tells police she’s sorry cop had to kill him
About 5,500 Ohio students may cancel loans for defunct chain
About 5,500 Ohio students may cancel loans for defunct chain
FBI chief says he had to tell Congress of Clinton email news
FBI chief says he had to tell Congress of Clinton email news
Jamael Tito Brown on VTR
Jamael Tito Brown, Democratic nominee for Youngstown mayor, joined VTR to discuss the election, gearing up for November and Youngstown being a comeback city.
Ohio legislator pleads no contest to impaired driving
Ohio legislator pleads no contest to impaired driving
Defense lawyer seeks to free Bresha Meadows pending aggravated murder trial
Defense lawyer seeks to free Bresha Meadows pending aggravated murder trial
Facebook to hire 3,000 to review videos of crime and suicide
Facebook to hire 3,000 to review videos of crime and suicide
Costs of Zika fight rise to nearly $30M in Miami-Dade County
Costs of Zika fight rise to nearly $30M in Miami-Dade County
Senators to hear from Comey amid FBI’s Russia investigation
Senators to hear from Comey amid FBI’s Russia investigation
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Holy Family Parish, 2729 Center Road (Route 224), Poland, will offer a takeout cavatelli
Westside Cats needs volunteers
Westside Cats needs volunteers YOUNGSTOWN Westside Cats, 2217 Mahoning Ave., a nonprofit and no-
Westside Cats needs volunteers, fosters
Westside Cats, 2217 Mahoning Ave., a nonprofit and no-kill cat rescue, is seeking volunteers to care for cats and kittens.
Submit summer youth jobs program applications next week
Applications will be taken next week by the Mahoning County Department of Job and Family Services for this year’s summer jobs experience under the Ohio Youth Works Program.
Boardman uses big inning to drop Poland
Nick Augustine fell one out shy of a complete game and Evan Knaus added two doubles and two RBIs for Boardman.
Voters make Baldwin Dem nominee for judge, Kitchen, nominee for Youngstown council president
DeMaine Kitchen, who resigned as the mayor’s chief of staff in 2013 just before a report determined he sexually harassed a city employee, won the Democratic primary for Youngstown City Council president.
Leone wins Dem nod for Struthers judge
By SARAH LEHR slehr@vindy.com STRUTHERS Dominic Leone III, a self-described “underdog,” won
Former Campbell, YSU football star Shawn Patton dies
Shawn Patton helped the Penguins win a Division I-AA national title.
Shaker: Ties with Niles community sealed victory in race for city judge
Chris Shaker says he thinks the people of Niles, Weathersfield and McDonald liked the fact that he and the three other candidates for Niles Municipal Court ran a race focused on the issues.
Cardinals’ fast-rising Giordano signs with Cleveland State wrestling program
Mason Giordano earned a college scholarship after just three years of wrestling.
Russo’s Little Flyers are big winners
Canfield High School graduate Rocky Russo has been named the EHL Coach of the Year again.
Teacher terminated, accused of dragging preschool student down hallway
Alta Head Start terminated a preschool teacher after the teacher reportedly dragged a preschool student down the hallway at Programs of Promise at Wilson on Monday.
SPORTS DIGEST || Franco Harris to speak at the Lake Club
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Franco Harris will be speaking at the Lake Club for the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley’s 12th Annual Champions Among Us on May 24.
Poland, Hubbard school levies OK’d
Staff report youngstown School levies across Mahoning County were winners in Tuesday’s primary
Connected Old man Earnheardt blathers on about tech
Editor’s note: This is part two of two. Last week I noted that it seems strange for a tech-lover
Daily entertainment briefing
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent week: v “Despacito”: Luis Fonsi & Daddy
Crosby sidelined by another concussion
Sidney Crosby suffered another concussion after a violent cross-check to the jaw.
Rob Gorham appointed as new America Makes executive director
Ed Morris will retire from NCDMM on May 31 and will continue to provide active transition support until his departure
Weather damage has insurance, tree companies busy
High winds and heavy rain caused damage to homes and businesses throughout the Mahoning Valley.
Cruze sales up year over year
May’s Cruze sales figures are a confidence boost for autoworkers at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex, a union official said.
Austintown schools showcase robotics programs
Robots were whizzing around the Fitch High School cafeteria Tuesday night during the Austintown robotics program’s open house.
Dems nominate Flask for Warren auditor
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Vince Flask said he thinks voters believe experience
Youngstown police round up suspects in drug ring
Members of the FBI’s Violent Crime Task Force, as well as the Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force, Mahoning Valley Crisis Response Team, the city police department and the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office concentrated early Tuesday on streets around Springdale Avenue, off Albert Street on the East Side.
Tito Brown ousts McNally in Youngstown primary
Tito Brown and his wife, Lynette, celebrate his Democratic primary victory for Youngstown mayor, defeating incumbent Mayor John A. McNally by an unofficial tally of 4,363 to 3,862. The Browns were at a party Tuesday night at the Jewish Community Center.
Tornadoes touched down in Pa.
Associated Press Meteorologists say several small tornadoes appear to have touched down during
JLH Wines increases its wine portfolio Labor of love
There are a lot of restaurants, wine shops and independent grocery stores who want to differentiate themselves in their customers’ minds,” he says. “So they look to offer some things that are a little bit different.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA Mayor Republican YBryan Blakeman*P COUNCIL [3 to elect] Republican YDaniel P.
Overcoming opioids
Associated Press BALTIMORE A car crash shattered Stuart Anders’ thigh, leaving pieces of bone
Judge declares mistrial in shooting near campus
Judge declares mistrial in shooting near campus FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. A murder case against a former
TRUMBULL COUNTY
WARREN Municipal Court Judge Democrat YTerry F. Ivanchak*P AUDITOR [Unexpired term ending
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA Mayor Republican YBryan Blakeman*P COUNCIL [3 to elect] Republican YDaniel P.
Lawmakers to airline executives: Improve services
Lawmakers to airline executives: Improve services WASHINGTON Frustrated Republicans and
METRO DIGEST || State to auction unclaimed valuables Thursday, Friday
State to auction unclaimed valuables COLUMBUS Old coins and currency, stamps and other
America moves to the right
Opinion: By Taylor Budowich The Dallas Morning News The resurgent conservative movement, fueled
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Martin and Elizabeth Hutchinson, Youngstown, girl, May 1.
Early 21st century discontents now defining Western nations
Opinion: By Dick Meyer Scripps Washington Bureau The great civic project in the West at this moment in
Glasnow hits, pitches Pirates past Cincinnati
Three batters in, the game looked grim for Tyler Glasnow
Senate should leave intact rules governing methane
Editorial: Straight out of the “If Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It” playbook of unnecessary tinkering the U.S.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Boardman Township trustees, 4 p.m., special meeting, government center, 8299
around the horn
around the horn Tuesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Orioles 2 BOSTON
Warren man indicted in Niles jewelry store robbery
Zachary E. Bradford indicted on three counts of aggravated robbery and three counts of kidnapping
TRUMBULL COUNTY
WARREN Municipal Court Judge Democrat YTerry F. Ivanchak*P AUDITOR [Unexpired term ending
METRO DIGEST || Collision on I-76
Collision on I-76 LAKE MILTON The Ohio State Highway Patrol cited a New Jersey truck driver for
Summer job sign-up set
Summer youth job application sessions for parents of 14- and 15- year-olds will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at 345 Oak Hill Ave.
Opt for healthier options
Family Features Some of the first foods that come to mind when considering dining outdoors are
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
Liberty, Mesopotamia men indicted in separate Trumbull homicides
Two men were indicted today on murder charges in separate homicides last week, one in Liberty Township and one in Mesopotamia Township.
Unattended bag that led to airport alert determined safe
Associated Press CLEVELAND An unattended bag led officials to close a section of Cleveland
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Chistopher G. Price, 31, of 13599 N. Main St.,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Deal averts strike in Hollywood LOS ANGELES Hollywood breathed a sigh of relief
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 3
Today is Wednesday, May 3, the 123rd day of 2017. There are 242 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
oddly enough
oddly enough Search is on for missing Alaska python ANCHORAGE, Alaska A misplaced pet is
Former police officer pleads guilty in black man’s slaying
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. A white former police officer whose killing of an unarmed
Two advance to Nov. election for mayor of Cincinnati
Associated Press CINCINNATI The incumbent mayor of Cincinnati will face off against a city
DOJ won’t charge officers
Associated Press BATON ROUGE, La. The U.S. Justice Department has decided not to charge two
MAHONING COUNTY
YOUNGSTOWN Mayor Democrats YJohn A. McNally*3,862 XJamael Tito Brown4,323 Council President
washington Government ‘needs a good shutdown,’ Trump tweets
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Tuesday the U.S. government “needs a
Trump, Putin signal new effort to cooperate on Syria
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin signaled
Police: Suspect in stabbings had mental health trouble
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas The man suspected of stabbing four students at the University of
Poland Village Council replaces empty councilman seat, forest board management plan
Poland Village Council replaces empty councilman seat, forest board management plan
Upton comes out against health care bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON A respected moderate Republican lawmaker dealt a significant blow
MAHONING COUNTY
YOUNGSTOWN Mayor Democrats YJohn A. McNally*3,862 XJamael Tito Brown4,323 Council President
Jones: Boston racial taunts part of large racial issues in U.S.
The All-Star said he felt “it was just the right time” to speak out.
Tuesday, May 2 (102 stories)
Poland council replaces late colleague, considers forest management plan
Village council approved Marc Cossette as the new interim councilman after Mayor Tim Sicafuse appointed him at Tuesday night’s meeting.
Downed trees keep companies busy, homeowners looking for answers
It’s been a busy week for local insurance agencies, tree-removal companies and fire departments.
Warren man indicted on robbery, kidnapping charges
Zachary E. Bradford, 35, of 1087 Perkinswood Boulevard SE and North Highland Avenue in Girard, was indicted today on three counts of aggravated robbery and three counts of kidnapping in the armed robbery April 25 at Direct Jewelry Outlet on state Route 46 in Niles.
2 Trumbull County men indicted in separate killings
Two men were indicted on murder charges in separate homicides last week – one in Liberty Township and one in Mesopotamia Township.
Could Mickey Mouse make Apple the Biggest Apple?
As Apple's stash of cash grows, so does the possibility that the world's most valuable company will use some of the money for a huge acquisition that would expand its empire beyond iPhones and other gadgets.
Ex-AG Yates to contradict White House version of Flynn debacle in Congressional testimony
Former acting attorney general Sally Yates is expected to testify to Congress next week that she expressed alarm to the White House about President Donald Trump's national security adviser's contacts with the Russian ambassador, which could contradict how the administration has characterized her counsel.
Plaintiffs, experts say change in Fox sexual harassment culture requires more firings
Stories about an abusive workplace at Fox News Channel aren't likely to go away even after claiming the jobs of Roger Ailes, Bill O'Reilly and Bill Shine.
Alta preschool teacher dismissed after report of child being dragged
Alta Head Start terminated a preschool teacher after the teacher reportedly dragged a preschool student down the hallway at Programs of Promise at Wilson Monday.
East Side drug ring suspects arrested today
Police rounded up several members of a suspected drug ring secretly indicted last week on drug trafficking and state corrupt-activity charges.
Orioles outfielder brings light to racism openly expressed by fans, treams, public
Orioles outfielder Adam Jones said Tuesday that racial taunts that prompted immediate condemnation around baseball and Boston have no place in today's game but speak to larger racial issues in the United States.
Trump sends mixed messages on stopgap budget, declares need for total government shutdown
President Donald Trump declared Tuesday the U.S. government "needs a good shutdown" this fall to fix a "mess" in the Senate, signaling on Twitter his displeasure with a bill to keep operations running.
ELECTION UPDATE | Shaker wins contest for Niles judge
ELECTION UPDATE | Shaker wins contest for Niles judge
ELECTION UPDATE | Brown wins Democratic primary for Youngstown mayor
Jamael Tito Brown has won the Democratic Primary for mayor, knocking off incumbent John A. McNally.
ELECTION UPDATE | Leone wins bid for Struthers judge
ELECTION UPDATE | Leone wins bid for Struthers judge
ELECTION UPDATE | Dominic Leone III surges ahead for Struthers judge
ELECTION UPDATE | Dominic Leone III surges ahead for Struthers judge
ELECTION UPDATE | Mathews Local Schools' bid to build new schools is in trouble
ELECTION UPDATE | Mathews Local Schools' bid to build new schools is in trouble.
ELECTION UPDATE | Bazetta voters saying no to tax levy
ELECTION UPDATE | Bazetta voters saying no to tax levy
Police officer who shot and killed Texas teen is fired
Police officer who shot and killed Texas teen is fired
ELECTION UPDATE | Hubbard school levy losing in early voting
Hubbard school levy losing in early voting
Science Says: Kimmel baby's heart defect is common, fixable
Science Says: Kimmel baby's heart defect is common, fixable
ELECTION UPDATE | It's 7:30 p.m. and the polls are closed
ELECTION UPDATE | It's 7:30 p.m. and the polls are closed
White ex-officer pleads guilty in black man's slaying
White ex-officer pleads guilty in black man's slaying
Trumbull County man indicted on aggravated robbery, kidnapping charges
Trumbull County man indicted on aggravated robbery, kidnapping charges
Man indicted in connection with Direct Jewelry Outlet robbery
Man indicted in connection with Direct Jewelry Outlet robbery
Two men indicted in connection with Trumbull homicides
Two men indicted in connection with Trumbull homicides
Stocks struggle as slowing auto sales worry Wall Street
Stocks struggle as slowing auto sales worry Wall Street
Clinton blames misogyny, FBI, Russia, herself for 2016 loss
Clinton blames misogyny, FBI, Russia, herself for 2016 loss
Canfield High students dismissed at 1 p.m. today.
Canfield High School students were dismissed at 1:00 p.m. today.
Thousands in Valley remain without power; First Energy adds manpower
As thousands of Ohio Edison customers in the Mahoning Valley remain without power after Monday’s storm, FirstEnergy has brought in additional personnel to assist Ohio Edison workers.
#Youngstown natives earn seven #Tony Award nominations today
“Come From Away,” which was co-produced by Youngstown natives Terry McNicholas and Molly Morris, earned seven Tony Award nominations,
Two tractor trailers wreck on I-76
Westbound traffic on Interstate 76 between Bailey Road and state Route 534 is backed up after two tractor trailers were involved in an accident.
Stabbing incident reveals marijuana growing operation
Police investigating a stabbing early Monday afternoon at a West Side home discovered a marijuana growing operation.
Annual Strimbu barbecue planned
Annual Strimbu barbecue planned BROOKFIELD The 28th annual Strimbu Memorial Barbecue will take
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1967 will meet at 6 p.m. May 9 at the Fireplace, 2075 Western
Trumbull County 911 experiencing outages this morning
Trumbull County 911 experiencing outages this morning
Kentucky Derby: Five horses to watch
The starting gate will once again be full with 20 horses vying to wear the garland of red roses.
LeBron grabs beer, leads Cavs past Raptors
LeBron James resisted drinking some beer. He downed the Raptors again instead
‘Guardians 2’ is an adventure story with a ... Heart as big as a galaxy
Watch for our “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” review in Thursday’s Valley 24. By LINDSAY BAHR
Bird resigns as Pacers president
After nearly 40 years in the NBA, Larry Bird had started plotting an exit strategy.
Led by Hayward, Jazz move on to new playoff turf
The only thing stopping Gordon Hayward in the playoffs was a case of food poisoning.
ValleyCare hospitals now owned by Steward Health Care System
Union leaders at local hospitals are ready and hopeful for positive change at the ValleyCare Health System of Ohio.
Three independent candidates filed for Youngstown mayor
Also, one candidate each filed for Youngstown judge and clerk of courts
Poland students surprise 90-year-old woman with pep rally in her honor
Shepherd of the Valley resident honored as “Queen of Poland”
Two additional attorneys added to Nasser Hamad’s defense team
Two Cleveland attorneys have been added to the defense team of Nasser Hamad of Howland
Struthers 8-year-old raises awareness about life with Williams Syndrome
Community event set for Saturday.
Storm damage around the Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN From blinding rain in Boardman to wires down in the city, first-
Talks break down on purchase of former Packard Electric site, but Auto Parkit buys two others
Talks break down on purchase of former Packard Electric site, but Auto Parkit buys two others
Trump offers praise, willing to meet Kim
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump opened the door Monday to a future meeting
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lordstown Village Utility Committee, 2 p.m., caucus room, 1455 Salt Springs Road
White House promotes latest health care bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House is promoting a new health care proposal the
Trump isn’t intimidating N. Korea with his bluster
Editorial: 22. “We do not seek a collapse of the regime. We do not seek an accelerated reunification of the
Trump can turn things around if he surrounds himself with people who know how to get things done
Opinion: Donald Trump’s presidency is in a sorry state. His first attempt at legislation – on health care –
Freeze becomes Goodwill director
Jim Freeze is the new executive director of Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries.
MONDAY’S OTHER NBA PLAYOFF GAME
Rockets 126, Spurs 99 SAN ANTONIO Trevor Ariza scored 23 points, James Harden added 20 points
SPORTS digest
Smith-Blixt team wins PGA Zurich Classic AVONDALE, La. The team of Cameron Smith and Jonas Blixt
Turmeric helped control blood sugar
Q. My doctor recently diagnosed me with diabetes. I don’t want to deal with pills and shots, so I
Meshel honored
Meshel honored YOUNGSTOWN Former Ohio Senate President Harry Meshel was honored for his service
At least 16 die after tornadoes, floods ravage Midwest, South
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Several southern states braced for more severe weather Monday in the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1233.28-0.45 Aqua America, .71
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 2
Today is Tuesday, May 2, the 122nd day of 2017. There are 243 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Kasich postpones 9 Ohio executions
A federal appellate court will hear challenges to Ohio’s lethal-injection process
US facing shortage of yellow fever vaccine
By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer NEW YORK Americans who need a yellow fever shot for travel
Ryan Seacrest to join Kelly Ripa on ‘Live’
Ryan Seacrest to join Kelly Ripa on ‘Live’ NEW YORK Ryan Seacrest was named co-host of the
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Sheetz to hire 3,400 YOUNGSTOWN Sheetz recently announced plans to hire more than 3,400
Fox News co-pres. Shine out
Associated Press NEW YORK Fox News Channel said Monday that co-president Bill Shine is out, the
Kinder, gentler Trump?
Opinion: By Francis Wilkinson Bloomberg View What doesn’t Donald Trump understand about the word
Great Strides Walk
Great Strides Walk BOARDMAN The Northern Ohio Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Reports of dog attacks interrupt mail service MANCHESTER, Conn. Some residents of
Dealing with a dying loved one
Dear Annie: Our family is going through the end-of-life challenges of my husband’s final illness. We
Daily entertainment briefing
Live music performances on TV shows this week include: v Incubus: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES
The following people filed by Monday’s deadline to be independent candidates on the Nov. 7 general
Ohio creates list of homes with lead-paint hazards
Associated Press TOLEDO The state’s health department has created a list of homes that have
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL The Tri-County Raiders Travel Baseball Association — is looking for a few more
PREPS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL TOURNAMENT BRACKETS DIVISION I May 11 Warren Harding at Cuyahoga Falls, 4:30 p.m.
Courts get technology grants
Courts in Mahoning and Trumbull counties have been awarded technology grants.
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY Information
The polls are open today from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. If you see something irregular, contact your
Boardman Relay for Life scheduled for May 19
Boardman Relay for Life at new Spartan Stadium for the first time
Relay for Life
Relay for Life If you go What: 2017 Boardman Relay for Life When: Starts at 6 p.m. May 19.
Attacker kills 1, injures 3 in stabbings in Texas
Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS A student with a large hunting knife stabbed at least four people
Thousands in US rally against Trump
Associated Press NEW YORK Thousands of people from New England to the Midwest to the West Coast
Boardman police: burglar left behind shoes, cell phone
Burglary suspect found lying in bushes without his shoes
Paramedic shot, suspect found dead with second body
Paramedic shot, suspect found dead with second body dallas A gunman opened fire on emergency
Mob kills 2 Muslim men over cow-theft charges
Associated Press GAUHATI, INDIA Two Muslim men were beaten to death by a mob in northeastern
Hamilton’s extra-innings double defeats Pirates
The Cincinnati Reds took advantage of some sloppy play by the Pittsburgh Pirates
Ohio House budget bill amendment on park districts removed
Controversial attempt to expand probate court power removed from bill
Pregnant woman says man punched her
Pregnant woman says man punched her WARREN A Girard woman, 32, reported that the father of her
Monday, May 1 (96 stories)
Capitals blow 2-0 lead, but beat Penguins in OT
Kevin Shattenkirk scored 3:13 into overtime and the Washington Capitals overcame a late collapse in regulation.
Fundraiser on Saturday for Struthers girl with rare genetic disorder
Fundraiser on Saturday for Struthers girl with rare genetic disorder
Court authority amendment over parks removed from Ohio budget bill
Court authority amendment over parks removed from Ohio budget bill
Tigers trip Tribe in series opener
Trevor Bauer (2-3) gave up seven runs on seven hits and five walks in four-plus innings.
LeBron, Cavaliers dominate Raptors in opener
LeBron James considered swigging a beer while scoring 35 points and Kyrie Irving added 24
Mahoning, Trumbull courts get state technology grants
Mahoning, Trumbull courts get state technology grants
Poland students surprise 90-year-old woman with pep rally in her honor
Poland students surprise 90-year-old woman with pep rally in her honor
UPDATE | State Route 45 in Mahoning County has reopened
State Route 45 in Mahoning County has reopened
Film and discussion 'Legalize Democracy' is Wednesday at YSU's Cushwa Hall
Film and discussion 'Legalize Democracy' is Wednesday at YSU's Cushwa Hall
ODOT tells motorists to avoid state Route 45 in Mahoning County, power lines down
ODOT tells motorists to avoid state Route 45, power lines are down
Struthers police emergency phone lines down until further notice
Struthers police emergency phone lines down until further notice
Steward Health Systems now in control of Northside, Hillside and Trumbull hospitals
Steward Health Systems now in control of Northside, Hillside and Trumbull hospitals
Auto Parkit won't buy former Packard Electric site
Auto Parkit won't buy former Packard Electric site
Authorities: 1 dead, several hurt in U. of Texas stabbings
Authorities: 1 dead, several hurt in U. of Texas stabbings
UPDATE | Valley roughed up by latest volley of storms
Storm damage was evident at Six Brothers auto sale on Oak Street on the East Side.
Steward takes overs ValleyCare hospitals, unions say
Steward takes overs ValleyCare hospitals, unions say
Struthers places elementary school employee on leave, pending investigation
Struthers places elementary school employee on leave, pending investigation
City police on scene of 2nd stabbing on the West Side
City police on scene of 2nd stabbing on the West Side
Meshel honored for his service to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Meshel honored for his service to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Dumb-da-dumb-dumb: Alleged Boardman burglar left behind shoes, phone
Dumb-da-dumb-dumb: Boardman burglar left shoes, phone at scene
NWS in Boardman to determine type of Sunday's storm
NWS in Boardman to determine type of Sunday's storm
Kasich delays 9 executions as court fight continues
Ohio governor delays 9 executions as court fight continues
Ohio creates list of homes with lead paint hazards
Ohio creates list of homes with lead paint hazards
McKinney vows honesty as he makes mayoral bid official
McKinney vows honesty as he makes mayoral bid official
UAW 1714 says two weeks added to Lordstown shutdown
UAW 1714 says two weeks added to Lordstown shutdown
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Knights of Columbus, Assembly 2596, will host a quarter auction at 7 p.m. May 13 at
Man gets 33-years-to-life sentence for 2012 homicide
Man gets 33-years-to-life sentence for 2012 homicide
US consumer spending flat for second month in March
US consumer spending flat for second month in March
Ohio Amish try simple changes to make buggies better seen
Ohio Amish try simple changes to make buggies better seen
Arson investigator can’t forget double fatal arson
Two children killed in May 2002 fire; 7 firefighters injured
Critics voice opposition to budget bill amendment on park districts
Constitutional lawyer questions legality of amendment
Mahoning Valley residents invited to walk and bike for MS
Events to raise money for MS research slated for May 6 and 7
‘13 Reasons’ sparks criticism of teen suicide depiction
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a scene as painful to watch as it is graphic: A 17-year-old girl
Female directors make inroads into summer blockbusters SUPER WOMEN
FEMALE-DIRECTED FILMS Coming out this summer: Stella Meghie’s teen drama “Everything,
City-wide band and choral concert returns
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The annual City-wide Band, Orchestra and Choral Concert will take place
Former Ursuline player commits to South Florida
Collins played for private school in Washington, Pa.
Boardman trustees to begin interviewing police chief candidates
Trustees to meet in executive session this week with 12 police chief applicants
Keep methane emissions standards, environmentalists urge
The Ohio Environmental Council urges maintaining the status quo in federal oil and gas industry methane emissions standards.
Staff Sgt. Thomas L. Baker’s drawings captured the horrors of war in Europe
Staff Sgt. Thomas L. Baker’s drawings captured the horrors of war in Europe
AROUND THE HORN Sunday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 5, Rangers 2 ARLINGTON, TEXAS JC Ramirez got his first win as a
Famed climber killed near Mount Everest in Nepal
Famed climber killed near Mount Everest in Nepal KATHMANDU, Nepal A Swiss climber acclaimed for
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Deanna Beauchamps and Israel Melendez, Youngstown, girl,
Road to be closed for bridge replacement
Road to be closed for bridge replacement VIENNA The Trumbull County Engineer’s office announced
SPORTS digest
Salem’s Yuhaniak wins state award SALEM Ted Yuhaniak has been named OHSAA State Active Official
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
A closer look at school vouchers
Opinion: By Julian Vasquez Heilig Tribune News Service President Donald Trump has proposed cutting
Don’t discount importance of local primary election
Editorial: After the hubbub of last fall’s presidential election, many voters in the Mahoning Valley likely
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: xQ 3 2 uA 10 4 vA Q 9 6 wQ J 7 Partner opens
13 killed by storms, flooding in the South and Midwest
Associated Press CANTON, Texas At least 13 people have been killed by tornadoes or flooding in
Probe reveals thousands of student sex assaults
Associated Press BRUNSWICK, Maine Chaz Wing was 12 when they cornered him in the school
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 1
Today is Monday, May 1, the 121st day of 2017. There are 244 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses David L. Harris, 44, of 5000 Creek Road, Vienna, and
YSU roundup
Women’s tennis Penguins win HL title Ann Arbor, Mich. The Youngstown State women’s tennis team
Trump: North Korea’s missiles will get better
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea President Donald Trump said after North Korea’s latest
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Niles Civil Service Commission, 4:35 p.m., city building, conference room A, 34 W.
Boy, 1, drowns in pond
Boy, 1, drowns in pond SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA. Mercer County, Pa., authorities are
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Globalism reigns at box office, while ‘Furious’ passes $1B NEW YORK A South India
Merkel pushes for rights in Saudi Arabia
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with Saudi Arabia’s
pittsburgh Official: 2 men apparently lying on train tracks struck
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Authorities in western Pennsylvania say two men apparently lying on
ON THE LINKS Sunday’s professional golf results
PGA TOUR ZURICH CLASSIC AVONDALE, LA. Kevin Kisner deprived the die-hard fans around the rain-
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS | Sunday’s semifinals
Predators 3, Blues 1 NASHVILLE Cody McLeod scored the game-winner early in the second period,
How to fix air travel
Opinion: By Michael Sargent The Heritage Foundation Jokes about airports practically date back to the
washington Congress approves deal on spending
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional Republicans and Democrats forged a hard-won agreement
Giving voice to male rape victims
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune DJ and producer Zeke Thomas’ brave public revelation that he
Officials hatch plan to release Trump’s NY taxes
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. New York Democrats have hatched a plan to get a look at Donald
Pentagon: 45 civilians killed by airstrikes in Iraq, Syria
Associated Press BAGHDAD Investigations conducted during the month of March reveal that U.S.-led
IF YOU GO | Walk or Bike for Multiple Sclerosis
IF YOU GO | Walk or Bike for Multiple Sclerosis What: Walk MS and Cycle for a Cure When: Check-
Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley awards $379,430 so far this year
Organizations, schools, park benefit from CFMV grants, distributions
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