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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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
Grant backs Lowellville businesses looking to spruce up
Matching funds available for downtown revitalization
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
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
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., board meeting, commissioners’ hearing
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.
The Simple Greek now open in Boardman
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday The Simple Greek will have $1 gyros.
Saudis not to be trusted
Opinion: Trusting Saudi Arabia to combat terrorists and extremists and “drive them out,” as President Trump
Confederate past belongs in museums
Opinion: By Yohuru Williams Tribune News Service When New Orleans officials removed the statue of
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
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
SANDLOT BASEBALL
SANDLOT BASEBALL Games at Bob Cene Park Little b Creekside Fitness 11, Rudzik Excavating 5
Pa. man charged with assault at Brookfield Subway
The Meadville, Pa., is in the Trumbull County jail on a $26,500 bond
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.
PGA commish debates moving Championship
It’s not as simple as shifting a couple of tournaments on the PGA Tour schedule
Around the horn
Around the horn Tuesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Orioles 3 BALTIMORE
Police: Armed man at Orlando airport in custody; no one hurt
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Authorities believe a gunman reported at the Orlando
Woman faces charge of making false alarm
Woman faces charge of making false alarm BOARDMAN A Youngstown woman faces a criminal charge
Austintown Police ask for public help, urge caution in cemetery larceny
Purse stealing thief still free after cemetery larceny
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 31
Today is Wednesday, May 31, the 151st day of 2017. There are 214 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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
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Ribbon cutting YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
SPRING SPORTS
SPRING SPORTS Baseball, softball honorees NORTHEASTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE BASEBALL first
portland, ore. Unease about white supremacy grows after stabbings
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Unease about white supremacist activity in Portland deepened
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.
Justices to hear Ohio appeal over purging voter rolls
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to decide whether Ohio
Banks pull stocks away from records
Associated Press NEW YORK A seven-day winning streak for stocks came to a quiet end Tuesday as
US consumer spending and incomes grew solidly in April
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans increased their spending in April at the fastest pace in
Pentagon declares success for key test of missile defense
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon scored an important success Tuesday in a test of its
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital William and Shana Craig-Yardas, Youngstown, boy, May 29.
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.
UN chief urges action on climate change
Associated Press NEW YORK U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is making an impassioned
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-
Warren man files lawsuit against police officers for broken arm
Warren man files lawsuit against police officers for broken arm
Kushner’s talks as back-channel diplomacy explained
Associated Press WASHINGTON Smart diplomacy or inappropriate and possibly illegal? Jared
Arrested on warrant
Arrested on warrant Austintown Steven Cortez, 36, of Austintown was arrested by township police
washington Top Trump aide exits; broader shake-up brewing?
Associated Press WASHINGTON A top communications aide to President Donald Trump is exiting the
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
‘Wonder Woman’ Flipping the superhero script
By Ryan Faughnder Los Angeles Times (TNS) Diana, princess of the Amazons, better known as Wonder
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
Greek-cuisine restaurant opens Thursday in Boardman
Greek-cuisine restaurant opens Thursday in Boardman
$300K grant backs Lowellville businesses, downtown revitalization
$300K grant backs Lowellville businesses, downtown revitalization
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
Valley natives lead the March for Truth
Valley natives will be at the head of the next march on Washington
Cutch in the clutch: Bucs win
The face of the Pittsburgh Pirates still has some fireworks in his bat.
Cool Hand Lue keeps Cavs calm
The former assistant has blossomed in no time into one of the league’s brightest young head coaches.
Boardman High School student wins top prize in national video contest
Boardman senior wins $2,000 scholarship from Cleveland law firm
Eagle Scout project completed for holiday
Staff report NEW MIDDLETOWN Jarrett Orbin of Boy Scout Troop 119, 15, of New Springfield,
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
Carrasco pitches Tribe past Athletics
Carlos Carrasco (5-2) took a shutout into the seventh in winning his third straight decision
Drug counselor helps people see the ‘addict in all of us’
Drug counselor helps people see the ‘addict in all of us’
Hailing War Heroes
This parade in Boardman on Memorial Day honored those who made the supreme sacrifice in war.
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.
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
Beware the bad guys
Opinion: By Steven P. BUCCI The Heritage Foundation News about the WannaCry ransomware infestation that
US infrastructure not crumbling
Opinion: By Robert Krol Tribune News Service Interstate 85 reopened in Atlanta earlier this month, six
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.
Bill would gut consumer protections
Opinion: By Orson Aguilar Tribune News Service Do you have a bank account? A credit card? Any dealings
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 30
Today is Tuesday, May 30, the 150th day of 2017. There are 215 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohioans buy Mich. medical pot ahead of rules being set
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohioans wanting medical marijuana have been crossing the border into
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
Hundreds protest Texas law against ‘sanctuary cities’
Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS Hundreds of protesters opposing Texas’ tough new anti-“sanctuary
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 listed as top state in monitoring prescription drugs
Ohio listed as top state in monitoring prescription drugs COLUMBUS The American Medical
Ohio drivers see lower gas prices
Ohio drivers see lower gas prices COLUMBUS The end of the long weekend for Memorial Day has
Help Hotline receives one-year, $44K grant
Help Hotline receives one-year, $44K grant YOUNGSTOWN Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc. has been
Macron flexes diplomatic muscle in Putin meeting
Associated Press VERSAILLES, FRANCE Flexing his diplomatic muscles, French President Emmanuel
McConnell juggles diverse demands on GOP health bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON For Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, writing a Republican-only
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
Love Life Foundation plans Running canvas event for July 1
Love Life Foundation plans Running canvas event for July 1
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
Teen dies shielding cousin from gunfire
Associated Press BROOKHAVEN, MISS. It was after midnight when a gunman burst into the living
Boardman quiz team excels at event
Boardman quiz team excels at event BOARDMAN Boardman High School ranked better than 183 schools
Feds probe suspected thefts of opioids by VA staff across US
Associated Press Exclusive WASHINGTON Federal authorities are investigating dozens of new cases
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
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
“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
Time to revisit family sun protection
By Emily Perschbacher Chicago Tribune (TNS) Spring sunshine is finally here, and summer is fast
Huddersfield wins game, promotion
Associated Press LONDON Huddersfield Town will play in England’s top division for the first time
Djokovic has new coach in Agassi
Andre Agassi watched Novak Djokovic’s first-round French Open match.
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
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.
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
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
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
Girard grads fete tradition, excellence
By SHAIYLA B. HAKEEM news@vindy.com GIRARD Cellphone selfies and emotional parents were all
Graduation ceremonies galore: Ursuline, Mooney, Struthers, Girard, Lowellville
A sampling of Sunday's student graduates at five Valley high schools.
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
Budget caps not realistic
Opinion: By John Yarmuth CQ-Roll Call We begin the 2018 budget process facing arbitrary and irresponsible
Gunman in Mississippi kills 8 after argument
Associated Press BROOKHAVEN, Miss. A man who got into an argument with his estranged wife and
washington Trump eyes White House overhaul, expanding outside reinforcements
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is considering overhauling his White House
More arrests in Manchester attack
Associated Press LONDON British police made two more arrests and stormed three more locations
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Youngstown Marathon When: Sunday Where: The marathon begins and ends at Second
A SMARTS move
A SMARTS move YOUNGSTOWN SMARTS, Students Motivated by the Arts, will celebrate its transition
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | Spring honorees
Inter Tri-county league all conference baseball red tier first team PITCHERS Dylan
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
Oddly enough
Oddly enough House squatter answers door naked in Florida BIG PINE KEY, Fla. Authorities say
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Pirates’ tops box office, ‘Baywatch’ sinks LOS ANGELES It was smooth sailing to
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
Holiday has lost meaning for many Americans
Holiday has lost meaning for many Americans Associated Press ANNVILLE, Pa. Allison Jaslow
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 6:30 p.m., special meeting, municipal building, 2538
VALLEY OVERDOSE DEATHS
VALLEY OVERDOSE DEATHS 2016 overdose deaths in the Mahoning Valley by county: Columbiana: 37
CARDINAL MOONEY
CARDINAL MOONEY Graduates: 95 National Honor Society members: 41 Valedictorian: Mark A.
Dems seek vets in fight for House majority
Associated Press ATLANTA Democrats hope to enlist military veterans in another type of fight –
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
Boardman YMCA hosts Pickleball event
Boardman YMCA hosts Pickleball event BOARDMAN The Davis Family YMCA will sponsor a Pickleball
Egyptian Christians recount horror
Associated Press CAIRO Video interviews with survivors of a deadly attack by Islamic militants
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
Philippine forces find corpses in city streets
Associated Press MARAWI, Philippines Philippine forces found corpses in the streets of a
Kushner’s Russia ties are questioned
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional Democrats on Sunday demanded to hear directly from top
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
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.
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’s Zallow qualifies for NCAA nationals
Chad Zallow won his qualifying heat in the 110 hurdles in 13.68 seconds.
BOOK REVIEW ‘Wolf Moon’ is quite chilling
By JEFF AYERS Associated Press “Full Wolf Moon” (Doubleday), by Lincoln Child One-half of the
YSU singers made friends, memories on S. Korea trip
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The Dana Chorale of Youngstown State University made
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.
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
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-
Police: Suspect in stabbings had ranted about Muslims
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Police said they’ll examine what appears to be the extremist
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
How to shoot great video
The era of the shoulder-mounted camcorder has come and gone. Yes, you can still find traditional
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
Bourdais will sit out today’s Indy 500
Sebastien Bourdais hit the wall at 227 mph and with 118 Gs of force.
GOLF CALENDAR
JUNE Saturday — Leetonia SAL Scramble at Valley Golf Club. Cost is $120 per team plus cart fees
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
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.
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
Lottery is huge in Ohio
Opinion: Yes, the headline is stating the obvious about the Ohio Lottery, but recent developments in Columbus
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
ENGINEERING CT Consultants Inc. recently announced the addition of Julie Thomas, PE, as a senior
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
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
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
DISSOLUTIONS ASKED Tammy Bricker, 5496 Jimtown Road, East Palestine,
COMMENCEMENTS From Trump to Oprah, speakers offer advice to grads
By COLLIN BINKLEY Associated Press BOSTON Oprah Winfrey told students to live with purpose.
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
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.
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 28
Today is Sunday, May 28, the 148th day of 2017. There are 217 days left in the year.
Looted artifacts back in Italy
Associated Press NEW YORK Seven ancient statues and pottery vessels are headed back to their
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Packard Concert Band, 3 p.m.: This special concert (free
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
Do-over decision doesn’t hurt Butler
A collision during the 1600 resulted in the decision to re-run the race.
Rescue Mission running club trains for inaugural Youngstown Marathon 5K
Rescue Mission running club trains for inaugural Youngstown Marathon 5K
Chippewa’s Ellis outduels Crestview’s Dickey
The Chipps scored the game’s only run in the top of the seventh.
Canfield’s Rafoth takes no-hitter into 7th
The Cardinals beat Chagrin Falls in a D-II regional semifinal.
Police gather to honor fallen officers
Twenty-six officers from nine departments have died in line of duty
Big fifth inning helps Mathews top St. Thomas Aquinas
The Mustangs used a six-run fifth inning to beat the Knights.
Cleveland-Golden State NBA’s first ‘threematch’
Let the hype, and the waiting, begin: Game 1 isn’t until June 1.
Colaluca takes aim at ‘small group’ of Austintown detractors
Social media played a role as Mentor appointment unraveled
MetroParks officials cut ribbon on new wet playground
Wick Recreation Area’s wet play area now open to the public
Record Reviews
Justin Townes Earle Album: “Kids in the Street” Grade: A Justin Townes Earle seems to have put
Disney park’s ‘Guardians’ is wild ride
Associated Press ANAHEIM, Calif. Stepping inside Disney’s latest theme park attraction,
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
Underdog Dalton upsets West Reserve
The unexpected turn of events occurred Friday afternoon at Pipe Yard Stadium.
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
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
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
Save our great places
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords I’m writing this from Yellowstone National Park. Established in
UK Labour leader links terror to wars as campaign resumes
Associated Press LONDON Four days after a suicide bombing plunged Britain into mourning,
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
Trump condemns attack on Coptic Christians in Egypt
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump vowed Friday to crush “evil organizations of
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
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.
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
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
Winners announced for MVHS preservation awards
Winners will be honored June 20 at Tyler Center downtown
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
Austintown man leads police on 13-mile chase
Michael Hood didn’t believe ‘real police’ were chasing him
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
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
Man has valid gun permit, but gun he had reported stolen
Eric Taylor’s problems began with a traffic stop on the South Side
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
US growth better than estimate in first quarter
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy began 2017 with a whimper – though not quite as
What to look for when identifying birds
Identifying an unknown bird can be tricky, but there are several key characteristics to look for
MSWCD plans food plot, habitat seminar
MSWCD plans food plot, habitat seminar Canfield The Mahoning Soil & Water Conservation District
Adviser differs with coal-loving president
Associated Press WASHINGTON The president’s chief economic adviser is casting doubt on the
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 27
Today is Saturday, May 27, the 147th day of 2017. There are 218 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Celebrate Life dance concert, 7 p.m.: An original dance concert and
Classic time of year
Every year as the Saturday after Memorial Day draws near, bass anglers throughout the region begin
Message to Class of 2017
Opinion: The Record (Hackensack, N.J.): Commencement season is coming to an end at colleges, universities and
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,
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
Catholic Charities survey
Catholic Charities survey YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown recently
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
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’
Maturity, resilience power Pens
This team has learned over the last decade that nothing can be taken for granted.
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
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’
GOP focus on lowering health premiums may undermine plan
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans trying to repeal and replace former President Barack
Chaney Campus
Chaney Campus Graduates: 67 Valedictorian: Victor Tenorio Salutatorians: Rayonna Booth and
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
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
Boardman Optimist Club gives away bicycles to contest winners
Two Boardman students win bicycles after creating bike-safety messages
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
Nova, Frazier lead Pirates over Braves
Ivan Nova pitched into the ninth inning and local favorite Adam Frazier hit a three-run homer.
Back in the NBA Finals: Dominant Cavs crush Celtics
A third consecutive Cleveland-Golden State matchup in the NBA Finals is next.
YSU’s Harden advances in NCAA prelims
YSU freshman Collin Harden matched his own school record in the 400 hurdles.
Trumbull County mulls creation of council of governments
The first meeting will explain the need for a county council of governments
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.
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 jazz bands ready for concert
Staff report BOARDMAN Boardman High School’s spring jazz concert will take place next Friday at
Loew has June 9 fight show; Haskell-Nelson bouts are Saturday
Popo Salinas will meet Jairo Fernandez Vargas.
‘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
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
CTNY’s ‘Wineskins’ wins award
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Catholic Television Network of Youngstown has received an award for
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.
Man gets 16-year prison sentence for attacks on two women
Does not speak at sentencing because of pending appeal
CORRECTION
CORRECTION In Thursday’s World & Business section on page A10, a brief about the United Auto
Woman whose kids were wandering naked found dead of suspected overdose
Kids were OK; neighbor discovered body
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.
CHS students learn how to make Easter favorite
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School students in Terri Dance’s Nutrition
C.H. Campbell celebrates Earth Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In celebration of Earth Day, fourth-grade students at C.H.
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.
Students raise money to help fellow classmates
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Seminary High School students worked
Shakespeare day teaches dozens
Guests went back in time on April 26 at the Poland library to learn about William Shakespeare.
Residents explore the world with virtual reality goggles
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Residents at the Commons at Greenbriar took 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.
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.
Open house showcases robotics program
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch Robotics hosted its first open
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
Nolder-Ward wedding will take place Aug. 19
BOARDMAN Cindy Ward and Greyson Nolder, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement. The
Changes come to Fourth of July parade
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown trustees have appointed Bruce Shepas
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.
Felicia Fabis, Brandon Nunley plan wedding
POLAND Glenn and Mary Fabis of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Felicia
Poland Sports Briefs
Fall sports parents meeting to be May 30 The Poland High School Athletic Department has announced
Canfield Community Briefs
Seminar offered on alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression There will be a free
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
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
School board approves MCCTC school farm
The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center’s school Board approved the “MCCTC School Farm” at a
Johnson-Deley engagement is announced
Frank and Rina Deley of Boardman and Eric and Mary Johnson of Canfield are announcing the engagement
Mahoning County High School holds eighth commencement
Mahoning County High School holds eighth commencement
Trump a victim of leaks
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Let’s talk about anonymous leakers, about their frequent
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
Warren G. Harding High School Class of 2017 celebrates commencement
Warren G. Harding graduates collect their diplomas at Packard Music Hall
Austintown police arrest pair in prostitution sting
Suspect told police she didn’t engage in sex, only stole money
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,
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
METRO digest
Man jumps into car, robs woman of $700 WARREN A 34-year-old city woman said she was robbed by an
prep sports at a glance
TRACK AND FIELD Division II Austintown Regional Top 4 Advance to State BOYS Team scores — 1.
Action this weekend at Sharon Speedway
Action this weekend at Sharon Speedway hartford Sharon Speedway will see action this Saturday
METRO digest
Trial dates set for Sebring water official SEBRING James V. Bates, the former water-system
New president at Farmers Trust
New president at Farmers Trust CANFIELD Farmers Trust Co. on Thursday announced the appointment
Ford shuffles management team
Associated Press DETROIT Ford’s new CEO is shaking up the company’s senior management. The
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kaila Pinghero and Jonathan Ambrose, Youngstown, boy, May
Too few participants?
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Nathan Singletary is beyond the traditional retirement age,
GOP senators say report complicates health-care bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans senators conceded Thursday that a scathing analysis of
Ryan says lawmakers will meet new debt deadline
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Paul Ryan is assuring investors that Congress will
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
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 26
Today is Friday, May 26, the 146th day of 2017. There are 219 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trump scolds fellow NATO leaders: Spend more for military
Associated Press BRUSSELS Surrounded by stone-faced allies, President Donald Trump rebuked
Trump blamed by some media watchers
Associated Press The case of Republican candidate Greg Gianforte, a Montana congressional
County engineer: Slow down traveling on Meridian Road
There will be lots of delays and congestion as Meridian improvements are underway
Leaks from bombing probe antagonize British officials
Associated Press NEW YORK The ongoing leaks of sensitive information that have been a hallmark
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD May
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
Trump travel ban blocked; fight headed for the Supreme Court
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban “speaks with vague words
Man already in Trumbull jail for felonious indicted on separate murder charge
Man already in Trumbull jail for felonious indicted on separate murder charge
Probe: US bomb set off planted devices in Mosul
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States acknowledged Thursday that bombing an Iraqi
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
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
Surplus food/free meals
Surplus food/free meals Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., food giveaway, 9 to 11 a.m.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v East Palestine Street Fair, 5 to 11 p.m.: Amusement rides and all
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Jury rules man was hiring killer, not writing thriller LONDON A retired British
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
COLLEGE TRACK & FIELD Zallow, fellow Penguins set for regional
Eight Penguins will compete in Kentucky By Charles Grove cgrove@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Eight
Trigiani will return to launch next novel
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Novelist Adriana Trigiani will return to Youngstown for a discussion and
Stambaugh lists bands for evenings at garden
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Bands at the Baugh: After Dark, the outdoor summer concert series at the
‘Pirates’ can barely stay afloat
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer The opening scene of the new “Pirates of the Caribbean”
Dulci-More festival will feature traditional music
Staff report LISBON The 23rd annual Dulci-More folk and traditional music festival will take
Champion rolls over Mooney in six innings
Mooney coach Mark Rinehart said Champion is the best team he’s seen in 26 years.
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
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’
Salvation Army Luncheon recognizes supporters for service and contributions
Salvation Army Luncheon recognizes supporters for service and contributions
Exceptional events in the Buckeye State
Staff report If you are looking for a reason for a weekend getaway this summer that does not
Five Valley teams are still alive
Canfield, Champion, Crestview, Warren JFK and Western Reserve are in regionals.
Kasich administration touts Ohio’s ‘comprehensive and aggressive’ response to opioid crisis
Governor’s Cabinet Opiate Action Team highlights successes, challenges
Bat houses and more
Bat houses and more If you want beneficial bats or just want to provide nesting boxes for
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
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Apprenticeship applications LORDSTOWN Applications for United Auto Workers/General Motors
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
Niles McKinley High School graduates celebrate commencement
Niles McKinley graduating seniors receive diplomas at Packard Music Hall
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
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
Using lunch to punish poor kids
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords One of the lucky things about being rich is that you automatically
Manchester attack shows depravity of the terrorist
Editorial: The youngest victim of the horrific terrorist bombing Monday night at a pop concert in Manchester,
Around the Horn Wednesday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Reds 4, Indians 3 CLEVELAND Billy Hamilton scored from first base on Zack
PREPS at a glance
PREPS at a glance WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS TRACK AND FIELD DIVISION III At Massillon Perry
Woman accused of hitting sister with car arrested for prostitution
Woman caught in sting operation day after leaving jail
Two drivers charged in road-rage incident in Warren
The drivers will appear in Central District Court in Cortland
State grants, tech challenge cleared to fight opioid crisis
By JULIE CARR SMYTH AP Statehouse Correspondent COLUMBUS A state commission in Ohio agreed
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
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kathryn and Frederick Romito Jr., Youngstown, girl, May
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
OPEC likely to extend production cuts
Associated Press VIENNA OPEC countries and other producers including oil giant Russia are
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
Road-rage charges levied against 2 men
Road-rage charges levied against 2 men CORTLAND Two Warren men are scheduled to be arraigned in
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
Colaluca interviewed for Mentor job
Austintown superintendent being considered for superintendent at northeast-Ohio school district
Police explore links to larger network
Father of suspected bomber says son had no connection to militants Associated Press LONDON
SPORTS digest
Browns hire former Colts GM Grigson BEREA The Browns have hired former Indianapolis general
Robbery charge
Robbery charge BOARDMAN A Youngstown woman faces a robbery charge after an incident reported at
Reporter alleges GOP House candidate ‘body-slammed’ him
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. A reporter said the Republican candidate for Montana’s sole
Warren police kept busy answering drug-overdose calls
Five of the eight calls police answered involved drug activity
MEMORIAL DAY Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
Botanical Mornings
Botanical Mornings When: Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. What: Discover the progress of seasons at Fellows
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
Calendula has many uses, long history
By MARILYN McKINLEY Mahoning Co. master gardener volunteer Looking for an old-fashioned flower
“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
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 25
Today is Thursday, May 25, the 145th day of 2017. There are 220 days left in the year. Associated
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
Serviceberry an all-season beauty
Q. What is this tree? Raymond from Youngstown A. Raymond was excited about a beautiful tree he
Subpoenas pile up for Flynn’s documents
Associated Press WASHINGTON Subpoenas for former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn piled
Removing slugs
Removing slugs Try using pieces of cardboard to trap the ‘plant attacking’ slugs in the garden.
Today
Today Fairs, Festivals East Palestine Street Fair, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., downtown East Palestine,
holiday What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Baywatch (R) Dwayne Johnson steps into the formidable flip-flops of David
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Princess and the Pea,” Patricia M. Fagan, Youngstown Youth Theatre, 600
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Hubbard school board, 7:30 a.m., work session, followed by special meeting at 7:45
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.
Boardman woman faces charges related to OD
Overdose victim is third in one week to be arrested by BPD
Connected Making social media fun again
Puking rainbow selfies. Face-morphing filters. Voice-modulation tools. Social media can be fun.
Kyrie carries Cavaliers past Celtics
Kyrie Irving took over in the second half and finished with 42 points and LeBron James added 34.
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 released from prison after being behind bars for more than 11 years
He will be placed at CCA for the time being
Moore’s achievements go beyond ‘Bond’
By ROBERT BARR and JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON Sir Roger Moore saw more to life than
Hot-rod show gets a new driver
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CANFIELD When the Supernats returns to Canfield
YSU’s Calhoun: Recruits must contribute right away
This is the largest incoming class for YSU men’s basketball in quite a while.
Clarett speaks at Campbell banquet
Maurice Clarett’s love for Campbell —and playing running back— began in 1993
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
Trump budget keeps pledges: Cuts for poor, more for defense
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump fulfilled a major campaign promise Tuesday,
Poland, Struthers among schools bolting AAC
Seven AAC schools and South Range will form a new eight-team conference.
Bringing in the best
Three candidates discuss their best assets for East and Chaney High’s principal positions
How about an emotions forecaster?
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant It was probably a mistake to read Psychology Today while my
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
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
House Ailes built is sliding
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View Roger Ailes’s death comes at a time of turmoil in conservative
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Gas prices up YOUNGSTOWN Gas prices in Northeast Ohio rose by nearly 10 cents this week to
Britain increases threat level after attack
Associated Press MANCHESTER, England As officials hunted for accomplices of a suicide bomber and
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”
2 people revived
2 people revived AUSTINTOWN First-responders revived two people who overdosed at a Raccoon Road
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
prep sports at a glance
SCHEDULE TODAY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION I Canfield vs. Walsh Jesuit, University of
Lowellville Council supports plans for medical marijuana cultivator
Business seeks state license for Lowellville operation.
Pens can’t close out Senators
Mike Hoffman scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period and Craig Anderson made 45 saves.
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
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
Jamieson named Athlete of the Year
Jamieson named Athlete of the Year WEXFORD, PA. Brookfield graduate and Westminster College
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Campbell school board, 5 p.m., work session, conference room, 280 Sixth St.
Encarnacion’s two home run night lifts Tribe past Reds
Indians now 18-0 this year when leading after six innings
Doctor gets probation in prescription case
Defense lawyer says just 14 out of 4,000 patients received illegal prescriptions
Hands off election, ex-CIA director says he warned Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former CIA Director John Brennan told Congress on Tuesday he
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
Fast-food run proves dangerous for drivers
Scott Dixon and Dario Franchitti were robbed in a Taco Bell drive-thru.
Minority community seeks more diversity in Warren teaching staff
Minority community seeks more diversity in Warren teaching staff
Warren police investigating robberies
In two of the robberies, the victims were threatened with firearms
Trump, Francis: After clashing, a search for common ground
Associated Press VATICAN CITY They are stylistic opposites, one a bombastic tycoon-turned-
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 24
Today is Wednesday, May 24, the 144th day of 2017. There are 221 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
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
Experts: Lack of communication before plane incident
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A man acted strangely long before he caused a disturbance on a
US: Fiat used software to cheat tests
Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. government is suing Fiat Chrysler, alleging that some of its
Stocks claw back lost ground
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks rose for the fourth day in a row Tuesday as they continued
Artichoke hearts fry up crisp, delicious
Chicago Tribune (TNS) ARTICHOKE BOUQUET Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Makes: 13
Upgrade your grilling game
Family Features The days are getting longer and hotter and you're itching to head outside to kick
MEMORIAL DAY Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stephen and Inna Bozina, Youngstown, boy, May 21. Evan
Black caucus: White rep should resign over lynch comment
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. Black lawmakers in Mississippi are demanding the resignation of
Quick grilling for Memorial Day with thinner cuts
By JeanMarie Brownson Chicago Tribune (TNS) Empty-nesting opens new doors. I’ve come to
China calls for new talks with North Korea
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS China’s U.N. ambassador said Tuesday that multiple North Korean
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
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
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
Assistant Principal Matt Snipes saves choking student
A room full of community members and more than 100 teachers stood and applauded
DeWine sues ex-mayor Krinos, alleging fraud
Staff report youngstown Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has sued former Campbell Mayor George
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
Indy 500 anyone’s race
Teams facing final practices for Sunday Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The Indianapolis 500 is
Maurice Clarett to speak at Campbell
Maurice Clarett to speak at Campbell CAMPBELL Campbell Memorial High School will host its annual
Cancer survivor picnic
Cancer survivor picnic GIRARD Mercy Health Youngstown is hosting its annual “Celebration of
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
2 OD victims charged for drug incidents
Boardman police arrest two people in connection with drug overdoses
AT LEAST 19 DEAD IN BLAST AT UK CONCERT
Associated Press LONDON An explosion struck an Ariana Grande concert in northern England late
Former Blackhawks defenseman Bill White dies
He played a key role for Team Canada in 1972 Summit Series
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 6 p.m., school auditorium, 614 Bedford Road SE.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Topless cleaning service owner arrested in theft BANGOR, Maine In a misstep that
COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Grant C. McIntosh, 29, of 1 Spring St. Apt. 602, New
Checkpoints set
Checkpoints set CANFIELD The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force will
Parasitic infection linked to pools
Parasitic infection linked to pools By Kyle Nazario The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS)
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 23
Today is Tuesday, May 23, the 143rd day of 2017. There are 222 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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
Questions about Russia chase Trump during 1st Israel visit
Associated Press JERUSALEM President Donald Trump solemnly placed a note in the ancient stones
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE MONDAY’S RESULTS SOFTBALL STATE COACHES POLL DIVISION I School1st-place
Special meeting
Special meeting LORDSTOWN The Lordstown Board of Public Affairs will have a special meeting at 3
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:
LATEST LINE
LATEST LINE MLB Favorite Odds(O/U)Underdog National League CHICAGO CUBS61/2-71/2 (7.5)San
Flynn rejects subpoena; Democrats say he lied
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser, Michael
Ohio gas prices rise
Ohio gas prices rise COLUMBUS Gas prices have risen around Ohio in the past week and are on par
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v U2: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Quarrel reignites over opioid addiction, recovery
Associated Press CHICAGO Remarks by a top U.S. health official have reignited a quarrel in the
Lawyer: Too early to call stabbing a hate crime
Associated Press COLLEGE PARK, MD. Authorities appealed for patience Monday from two college
Fox faces 3 new suits
Associated Press NEW YORK Three new lawsuits filed Monday allege racial discrimination or sexual
Can cinnamon help with prediabetes issues?
Q. My doctor says I have prediabetes. I have read your columns about the advantages of Ceylon
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Monday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 4, Royals 2 NEW YORK
Predators will play for Cup
Predators will play for Cup for first time Anaheim ousted with 6-3 loss in Nashville
Reds pitching dominant in first battle of Ohio contest in 2017
Indians strike out 12 times against National League rivals
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1232.930.64 Aqua America, .71
Win for animal rights
Opinion: By Chris DeRose Los Angeles Times On Sunday, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus held its
Trump’s magic word on Twitter
Opinion: By Mark Whitehouse Bloomberg View How can Donald Trump keep his millions of Twitter constituents
Vikings’ Mike Zimmer takes break to recover from eye surgery
Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer finally relented
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,
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
Horschel outlasts Day to win Bryon Nelson
JFK grad Jason Kokrak is fourth Associated Press IRVING, TEXAS Billy Horschel had missed
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
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
Youngstown school teachers volunteer to provide guidance and support to other educators
Youngstown school teachers volunteer to provide guidance and support to other educators
Could immigration save Youngstown?
Exempting distressed cities from immigration quotas could spur economic growth
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
Demolition team: Pens overwhelm Senators
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan calls it “getting to our game.”
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
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
150 walk for cystic fibrosis funds
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN With her petite frame and bright smile, Chrissy Falleti
DD services transfers will continue
Meetings are set for Thursday to explain details of the transition in services for developmentally disabled adults.
Unveiling history: Exhibit showcases century of wedding dresses
Girard Historical Society showcase runs through November.
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
Vindicator wins 5 top AP awards
Staff report COLUMBUS The Vindicator continued its tradition of excellence in journalism by
PUSKAS: Low energy costs Cavs
You know that awkward feeling when your column is basically finished and then the unexpected happens?
Celtics come back from 21-point deficit to stun Cavs
Celtics come back from 21-point deficit to stun Cavs Associated Press CLEVELAND Leprechauns
SUNDAY’s OTHER MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL GAMES
Nationals 3, Braves 2 ATLANTA Stephen Strasburg struck out a season-high 11, allowing five hits
MORE PRO GOLF
KINGSMILL CHAMPIONSHIP WILLIAMSBURG, VA. Lexi Thompson shot a 6-under 65 to finish off a wire-
SPORTS digest
King gets 52nd win at Sharon Speedway HARTFORD The first “Steel Valley Thunder” program of the
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Iconic Hoover Dam lights up in turquoise for lung health BOULDER CITY, Nev. The
Trump needs media bashers
Opinion: By Clive Crook Bloomberg View Even before the latest startling development, I’d bet my West
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
Notre Dame grads walk out on Pence
Notre Dame grads walk out on Pence SOUTH BEND, IND. Dozens of graduates and family members
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Allen W. Hostetler, 23, of 16625 Nauvoo Road,
Strapped UN health agency spends big money on travel
Associated Press LONDON The World Health Organization routinely spends about $200 million a year
Resume workshop
Resume workshop YOUNGSTOWN A Time For Recovery Outreach will be having a resume workshop from 2
ARAB-ISRAELI SIX-DAY WAR A brief overview
Dr. Itzhak Brook, a professor of pediatrics and medicine at Georgetown University in Washington,
Man found, returned
Man found, returned HOWLAND Donald James Baier, 89, who went missing around 5 a.m. Saturday, has
Panels pledge thorough probe into Comey firing
Associated Press WASHINGTON Members of key congressional committees pledged Sunday to proceed
Trump urges Mideast nations to drive out Islamic terror
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia President Donald Trump on Sunday implored Saudi Arabia and
In test, N. Korea fires medium-range missile
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA In its latest effort to develop its ballistic and nuclear
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kelly and Andy Deniro, Youngstown, girl, May 20. Sarah
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lincoln Knolls Community Watch, 5:30 p.m., East Branch Library, 430 Early Road.
Food/clothing
Food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch, bag of
Pope Francis names five new cardinals
Associated Press VATICAN CITY In a surprise announcement Sunday, Pope Francis named new
Study finds that speeding up sepsis care can save lives
Associated Press WASHINGTON Minutes matter when it comes to treating sepsis, the killer
Look for lesser-known candidate in Democrats’ prospects in 2020
Opinion: Every controversy enveloping President Donald Trump spurs Democratic optimism about their party’s
Contradictions add up during Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia
Associated Press WASHINGTON As a presidential candidate, Donald Trump railed against President
‘Alien: Covenant’ edges ‘Guardians’ at box office
‘Alien: Covenant’ edges ‘Guardians’ at box office LOS ANGELES “Alien: Covenant” edged out
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 22
Today is Monday, May 22, the 142nd day of 2017. There are 223 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
By SANDY COHEN
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Mel Brooks made it clear that he
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
Pence tells graduates to expect opposition and persevere
The Vice President addresses graduates at a small Pennsylvania college
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.
Hubbard native’s supernatural TV career
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Michael Narducci’s career as a writer and developer of
First Youngstown Marathon set for June 4
Cleveland has one. Akron has one. Cincinnati has one and finally, Youngstown will have one, too.
Veterans march for awareness of issues
By SHAIYLA B. HAKEEM news@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN Traffic was brought to a halt here Saturday
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.
‘Earth Mama’ coming to Unity Centre
GIRARD Joyce Johnson Rouse, also known as “Earth Mama,” will come to the Unity Centre for
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.
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
New Struthers bowling alley seeks to blend past and present
State Street Billiards and Bowling replaces Bowladrome Lanes
METRO DIGEST || Man with dementia missing in Howland
Man with dementia missing in Howland HOWLAND A Howland man, 89, who reportedly suffers from
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s other pro golf results KINGSMILL CHAMPIONSHIP WILLIAMSBURG, VA.
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 5 a.m. (GC) Golf: European Tour Rocco Forte Open. 6:50 a.m. (FS1) Soccer:
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
ENGLISH FESTIVAL Award recipients
Listed below are the top three recipients of each award in Trumbull, Columbiana and Mahoning
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
Senators run into obstacles, consider options on health bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Remember the Republican health care bill? Washington is fixated on
Council should resist urge to welcome growers of pot
Opinion: Council should resist urge to welcome growers of pot As an elder citizen of this wonderful and
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
Boston creamed: Cavs back home tonight for Game 3
The Cavaliers can win an NBA-record 14th straight playoff game tonight.
LOCAL GOLF SCORES
LOCAL GOLF SCORES bedford trails golf course Lady Players — Low gross: Jeanna Gaume 45, Diane
First lady ignores criticism and shuns headscarf
First lady ignores criticism and shuns headscarf RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Ignoring President
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 21
Today is Sunday, May 21, the 141st day of 2017. There are 224 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
CERTIFIED Home Savings Bank recently announced that Robert J. Steele Jr., senior vice president,
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
Slowing down the rush to heart surgery
Sometimes, heart disease erupts as a full-blown emergency with sudden, crushing chest pain. That’s
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
Relief for dry eyes comes at a big price
Q. I read recently about LipiFlow treatment to provide temporary relief for dry eyes. However, my
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,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray,” 2:30 p.m.: Final performance of this hit musical ($15)
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
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Celebrating 55 years WARREN Everett Industries Inc., 3601 Larchmont Ave., is celebrating 55
For the Week of Sunday, May 21, 2017
NATIF Limited to Justin Rance et al, Market St., Youngstown, $265,000. Taam Properties LLC to
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
Teachers union president adding to strife in Y’town
Editorial: The inexplicable decision by Larry Ellis, president of the Youngstown Education Association, to turn
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.
Trump in need of a win
Opinion: It’s ironic that a Democratic congressman and a Democratic county prosecutor are holding the key to
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
Kyle Busch wins NASCAR All-Star race
Kyle Busch used a bold three-wide pass for the lead Saturday night.
SATURDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates 6, Phillies 3 PITTSBURGH Ivan Nova pitched into the eighth inning for
Runners to your marks Upcoming races and walks
MAY Saturday — Second annual DFC Celebrate Recovery 5K, 9 a.m. at Damascus Friends Church. There
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases PNC Bank v. C.A. Cahill M.D. et al, money. divorces asked
Carpenter fastest in Indy qualifying
Qualifying was marred by a frightening crash that sent Sebastien Bourdais to the hospital.
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.
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE SFlbSATURDAY’S RESULTS TENNIS Division I Canfield junior Tim Cianciola
SPORTS digest
YSU baseball team falls to Rider, 7-5 NILES Rider scored three runs in the top of the ninth
Saudis welcome Trump lavishly
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia President Donald Trump basked in Saudi Arabia’s lavish
Heroin, crack, gun, $104K confiscated in Warren drug bust
Heroin, crack, gun, $104K confiscated in Warren drug bust WARREN A drug bust Friday conducted
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
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman Township
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.
McDonald continues its dominant streak
The Blue Devils swept the boys and girls team titles at the Springfield district meet.
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.
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.
Fox News after Ailes Network at crossroads
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK On the surface, the Fox News Channel Roger Ailes
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.
Browns sign Garrett to $30.4 million contract
Myles Garrett’s first sack as a pro is filled with money.
Slavic fest is seeking scholarship applicants
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Simply Slavic Festival is seeking applicants for its academic
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.
Syria says several dead in airstrike
Associated Press BEIRUT A Syrian military official said Friday that an aerial “aggression” by
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
Ohio House sidelines bailout of nuclear plants
Associated Press COLUMBUS Opponents are praising a decision to suspend deliberations on a
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
New location for Moliterno agency POLAND The Youngstown/Warren Reginal Chamber will have a
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
Lake info at your fingertips
Avid angler Chris Skeeles believes it’s good to share and he’s leaving a legacy to prove it.
Iranians turn out in large numbers for presidential election
Iranians turn out in large numbers for presidential election TEHRAN, Iran Millions of Iranians
Popular but untrue
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Attorney didn’t want Trump to sign financial disclosure
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s attorneys initially wanted him to submit an
Today is Saturday, May 20, the 140th day of 2017. There are 225 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, May 20, the 140th day of 2017. There are 225 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Report: FBI probe moves into the White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump told Russian diplomats last week his firing
US stocks close broadly higher
Associated Press Industrial companies led U.S. stocks higher Friday, giving the stock market its
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Latino Food Festival, noon to 7 p.m.: Native food, music and
METRO DIGEST | Veterans March on America today
Veterans March NEW MIDDLETOWN There will be a Veterans March on America today beginning at the
Trump staff shake-up won’t help
Opinion: By Albert R. HUNT Bloomberg View Forty-four years ago with his presidency under siege, Richard
High-power match
High-power match North Jackson Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club, 8900 Shaffer Road, is hosting a
VP Pence to speak at commencement
VP Pence to speak at commencement GROVE CITY, PA. Vice President Mike Pence will deliver the
Trump did not want witnesses
Opinion: WASHINGTON So why did the president ask his vice president and attorney general to leave the room?
State jobless level down
Ohio’s unemployment rate was 5 percent in April 2017, down from 5.1 percent in March 2017.
Get tough on drug dealers
Opinion: Toledo Blade: A fatal drug overdose is a family tragedy. It is also a crime. And local authorities
Ex-US Rep. Weiner pleads guilty
Associated Press NEW YORK Former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner, whose penchant for sexting strangers
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
Prosecutors: Times Square driver wanted to ‘kill them all’
Associated Press NEW YORK A man charged with slamming his speeding car into pedestrians in
RECORD REVIEWS
Snoop Dogg Album: “Neva Left” Grade: B+ There’s a strong whiff of the past on Snoop Dogg’s new
Cure claimed for cyberattack computers
Associated Press PARIS French researchers have released software tools that they claim can
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
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
Around the Horn | Friday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 5, Astros 3 HOUSTON Edwin Encarnacion hit a two-run homer and Jason
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
PREPS at a glance
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SPORTS digest
Rider breaks shutout late to beat YSU NILES Rider scored four runs in the sixth inning to bust
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Friday, May 19 (129 stories)
Final: Cavaliers 130, Celtics 86
LeBron James scored 30 points and Kevin Love had 21 points and 12 rebounds.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Western Reserve squeezes past Jackson-Milton in 11th
The Blue Devils have won four straight district titles.
Beltempo hits 400 as Columbiana, Mooney advance
Columbiana and Mooney will meet in a district final today.
Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley blesses site where it will relocate
Rescue Mission pushes forward with “Move Our Mission” capital campaign
Boardman routs Akron Ellet to reach district final
The Spartans haven’t been to a regional since 2002.
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.
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
Candidacy of 2 running for Poland council in question
Two independent candidates for Poland Village Council cast ballots in primary race
Mahoning Valley drag racers reaching Summit
Summit Raceway Park is the center of the drag racing world this weekend.
SPORTS digest
YSU sending eight to NCAA preliminaries Eight Youngstown State track and field athletes qualified
The CW will reboot ‘Dynasty’ in the fall
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer NEW YORK “Dynasty” is returning to TV, nearly 30 years
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.
Campbell council opens door to medical marijuana grower
The business hopes to obtain license from state
Austintown plants seeds for a community garden on the east side
Fundraising efforts are underway to help the 7-acre property flourish.
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.
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.
Ohio senators introduce bipartisan bill to increase opioid treatment access
Brown and Portman propose increasing cap on beds covered by Medicaid
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.
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.
Families find adventure in the sea for science night
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Union Elementary second-grade students
Children mix science and candy at library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children performed science experiments with
Students celebrate Earth Day
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland North Preschool students got down and
Resident becomes Queen of Poland for a day
Life-long Poland resident Sara Hill-Strock became the Queen of Poland on May 1.
Families spend night with Easter Bunny
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children and their families hopped to Boardman
Hilltop celebrates spring
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students were dressed to the
C.H. Campbell students go to the ‘beach’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com With some sunshine peaking through the clouds, C.H.
CHC first-graders perform musical adventure
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School first-grade students
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.
Hispanic culture celebrated with party at Ursuline High School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Ursuline High School celebrated Hispanic culture
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.
Residents make dirt dessert for Earth Day
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Beeghly Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and
Students become young chefs
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students at Market Street Elementary School
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
Hispanic culture celebrated with fiesta at Ursuline High School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Ursuline High School celebrated Hispanic
STEM students showcase projects
Austintown Middle School hosted the fifth annual STEM Showcase on May 4.
Austintown Community Briefs
Mill Creek chapter to meet in June The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s
Poland Community Briefs
Mill Creek chapter to meet in June The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s
Paula Leonardi v Darin Ducato
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH Paula Leonardi and Darin Ducato were married at 6 p.m. July 8 at Landerhaven
POLICE BLOTTER
Boardman May 3 Arrest: A vehicle check near Market Street resulted in the arrest of Saud A.
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,
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
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,
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
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
Jacquelyn Creighton v Dr. Dean Marshall
CANTON Jacquelyn Elise Creighton and Dr. Dean Joseph Marshall were married Sept. 24 at St. Peter
Real costs of being Donald Trump
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View I had already seen Twitter chatter before the Washington
The Post puts US at risk
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The Washington Post recently put American security at
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
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 66 to finish the
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Thursday’s MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 6, Orioles 5 DETROIT Victor
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE SFlbBASEBALL Division IV District Warren JFK 5, Mathews 4, 8 innings Drew
Roger Ailes’ legacy: Transforming media and politics
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Few media titans can claim a lasting legacy.
House speaker promises tax overhaul this year
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Paul Ryan insisted Thursday that Congress will
Mother shot 2 children in the head, police say
Associated Press DAYTON Authorities said a woman has been arrested after shooting two of her
East High student charged with assault
East High student charged with assault YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested an 18-year-old East High
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Employment training sessions YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngs-town Community Action Partnership,
washington Trump again denies any links to Russia, claims witch hunt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Brimming with resentment, President Donald Trump fervently denied on
Senate chairman: Flynn has not responded to subpoena
Associated Press WASHINGTON Correcting his earlier statement, the chairman of the Senate
Scholarship | Recipients
The student recipients of the 2017 Edward J. DeBartolo Memorial Scholarship Foundation awards given
Ex-highway patrol trooper faces cyberstalking charge
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former Ohio State Highway Patrol commander accused of stalking a
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities,
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS Thursday’s Western Conference Finals Ducks 3, Predators 2, OT NASHVILLE,
Scorching weather breaking records in Northeast US cities
Scorching weather breaking records in Northeast US cities BOSTON Heat records were burning up
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
Chaffetz to resign, raising doubts about Trump probe
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Rep. Jason Chaffetz announced Thursday he will resign from
US airstrike hits pro-Syria government forces
Associated Press BEIRUT A U.S. airstrike struck pro-Syrian government forces that the coalition
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
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
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray,” 7:30 p.m.: Final weekend for this lively musical ($15,
Trump administration to renegotiate NAFTA
Associated Press WASHINGTON Making good on a campaign promise, the Trump administration
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 19
Today is Friday, May 19, the 139th day of 2017. There are 226 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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.
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, May 18 (124 stories)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Youngstown council OK'd contracts for major street improvement projects
The work includes improvements to Fifth Avenue and Front Street.
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.
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.
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
Kick it with Jones at rock fest
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Jones For Revival will wrap up three straight days of
Lindsay Renea dancers prepare annual concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre’s annual Celebrate Life performance and
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?
The Vic is game for ‘Clue’ musical
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players will present “Clue, the
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.
US households owe a record amount
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. household debt reached a record high in the first three months
AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 7, Indians 4 CLEVELAND Corey Dickerson hit a three-run shot — his third
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Fri: Skyler Monroe and Mark Soini, 8 p.m.
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.
Man gets three years in prison for selling heroin
Charged with double shooting Friday on Detroit Avenue
METRO DIGEST || WRTA’s new website
WRTA’s new website YOUNGSTOWN Western Reserve Transit Authority has unveiled a newly designed
PREPS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL DIVISION IV Warren JFK 2, Maplewood 1 The Eagles won with just two hits as a team to
Covelli adds more Panera locations
The acquisition adds to Covelli’s more than 300 Panera Bread locations.
Birding the Sanctuary
Birding the Sanctuary When: Saturday, 8 to 9:30 a.m. What: Enjoy an early morning bird walk at
GOP sticking with Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s striking how many congressional Republicans are concerned about
SPORTS digest
Milena Lacatena signs with YSU softball YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State softball program has
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
Motorcycle accident kills 1, injures 1
Motorcycle accident kills 1, injures 1 YOUNGSTOWN One passenger was killed and a second
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
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Fontaeja Davis and Dwayne Thomas Jr., Youngstown, girl,
Business, leisure travelers ponder flying without laptops
Associated Press NEW YORK International air travelers might soon rediscover magazines,
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
Too early to mulch?
Too early to mulch? Yes! Putting new mulch on will slow the warming of your soil and prevent it
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
ROAD WORK
ROAD WORK By the numbers A $91.5 million project to replace bridges and widen Interstate 80
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
Spring bulbs have bloomed, now what?
By Karen Santee OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer We have enjoyed the flush of bright colors
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 18
Today is Thursday, May 18, the 138th day of 2017. There are 227 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Clear path to jobs and growth
Opinion: By Sean McGarvey, Jacqueline Hinman and Nicholas K. AKINS Tribune News Service Labor unions and
Ex-FBI chief spearheads new probe of RussiaSFlbSFlb
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former FBI Director Robert Mueller was given sweeping power
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.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “South Pacific,” directed by Michael Cavalier. New Castle Playhouse, 202 E.
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
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
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
Battery complaint dropped against Browns’ Brantley
Prosecutors dismissed the complaint, citing insufficient evidence.
Intel spat adds to Israeli concerns about Trump visit
Associated Press JERUSALEM When Donald Trump was elected president, Israeli nationalists
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
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Valley leadership program applications YOUNGSTOWN Applications for the Leadership Mahoning
1977 rockers still sell tickets
By WAYNE PARRY Associated Press HOLMDEL, N.J. It’s more than a feeling: Many of the rock ’n’
Arrest made in theft of bee hives
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. The bee industry is buzzing over the arrest of a man accused of
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Alien: Covenant (R) The crew of a colony ship, bound for a remote planet,
Study: Few doctors discuss cancer costs with patients
Associated Press Most doctors did not discuss the cost of cancer treatment with patients, spent
Museum to exhibit downtown art proposals
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 15 projects submitted to a public art installation competition will
Laying siege to state governments
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords It’s easy to become mesmerized by The Donald Show in this year’s
Newly freed Chelsea Manning ‘figuring things out’
Newly freed Chelsea Manning ‘figuring things out’ KANSAS CITY, Mo. Army Pvt. Chelsea Manning,
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
Trump interviews four for FBI chief
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Wednesday interviewed four potential
Millennial Theater Company to premiere ‘Nothing or All’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Millennial Theater Company will present the premiere of its original
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
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.
“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
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,
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.
Wednesday, May 17 (99 stories)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Canfield tops Niles to end district drought
The Cardinals will meet Chagrin Falls in a regional semifinal next week.
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.
Mooney rallies with seven-run inning
The Cardinals and Crestview Rebels will meet in today’s district final.
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
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.
Sex offender gets judicial release
“I ruined somebody’s life,’’ a sex offender told a judge, who released him early from prison.
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.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, 6:30 p.m., high school building, 13910 Mahoning
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
Marriage licenses Geoffrey I. Lewis, 32, of, 2169 Cranbrook Court, Youngstown, and Erica L. Giancola, 30, of same.
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
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
Time to get a job, grads
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant My best advice? I am eager to offer it. Having circled
Mexican farmers take on Trump
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Often, when world powers pick fights with seemingly powerless
UN predicts expanding economic growth
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The United Nations predicted Tuesday that the global economy
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.
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
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Winners of spring guessing contest to split jackpot ANCHORAGE, Alaska Organizers
Trump’s agenda slows to crawl
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s agenda has slowed to a crawl in Congress.
Syria denies US allegations of mass killings
Syria denies US allegations of mass killings BEIRUT Syria on Tuesday rejected U.S.
Area April housing sales released
Pending housing sales were up across all the Mahoning Valley year over year in April
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
What we know about the global cyberattack
Associated Press NEW YORK As danger from a global cyberattack that hit some 150 nations
Reducing uninsured rate comes to a halt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Five years of progress reducing the number of Americans without
Stock indexes end lower; Nasdaq reaches new high
Associated Press A subdued day of trading on Wall Street ended Tuesday with stocks closing mostly
White House: Trump’s disclosures ‘appropriate’
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House on Tuesday defended President Donald Trump’s
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
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
Prayers are answered at Stone Church
On the eighth day of creation, God said “Let there be burgers.”
New food-service director
New food-service director AUSTINTOWN The Austintown school board Tuesday hired Alexis Weber as
Tuesday, May 16 (104 stories)
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.
Fox Business filming Simon Roofing for June TV show
It was lights, camera, action at Simon Roofing today
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Sept. 1, 2018, workshop transfer set
Meshel Workshop services would transfer to MASCO Inc. Sept. 1, 2018.
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
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
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.
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
Killer seeks early release
A man who got 13 years in a 2008 slaying wants out of prison after serving nine years.
Hubbard Council mulls ban on medical marijuana businesses
Proposal would prohibit growth, sale of medical marijuana within city limits.
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
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
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
PREPS AT A GLANCE
MONDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Akron Ellet 6, Howland 0 The second-seeded Tigers were
Teacher is cited on an assault charge
Teacher is cited on an assault charge YOUNGSTOWN Police issued a summons to a teacher at Life
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO TODAY 5 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: ATP Rome. 6 a.m. (NHLN) Hockey: Sweden vs. Slovakia, IIHF
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Celebs now get private treatment at LAX LOS ANGELES Sorry, paparazzi. Celebrities
SPORTS digest
YSU hosting Elite basketball camp The Youngstown State men’s basketball program has added an Elite
Monday’s other MLB games
INTERLEAGUE Braves 10, Blue Jays 6 TORONTO Freddie Freeman hit his 13th homer, Nick Markakis
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
Senate committee makes big mess
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View The Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing on Russia
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 16
Today is Tuesday, May 16, the 136th day of 2017. There are 229 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brianna Carpenter and Rodney McDowell, Youngstown, girl,
White House: Cyberattack has not affected US government
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s homeland security adviser said Monday the
Israel-US spat erupts ahead of Trump visit
Associated Press JERUSALEM A diplomatic spat on Monday erupted between U.S. and Israeli
Mom charged in death of son
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. A Connecticut mother whose autistic teenage son died after
Changes in Medicaid distributions worry school districts FUNDING AT RISK
By SALLY HO and CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press For school districts still getting their
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Harry Styles: Tonight, Wednesday
Back-pain workshop
Back-pain workshop CANFIELD The Center for Physical Health, 4137 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite
Motorists using Route 711 and Interstate 80 eastbound will have to adjust
Motorists using Route 711 and Interstate 80 eastbound will have to adjust
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Public Library board of trustees, 6 p.m., regular meeting, 204 S.
Sherrod Brown sends letter to President Trump on fair trade with China
Sherrod Brown sends letter to President Trump on fair trade with China
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
Cleveland’s bullpen dominant in win over Rays
Carlos Carrasco left with muscle tightness in fourth inning
Launch tests Trump’s strategy
Associated Press WASHINGTON North Korea’s launch of a longer-range missile shows advances in its
oddly enough
oddly enough Fire set to scare off opossums destroys house LANCASTER, Pa. A Pennsylvania man
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
Trump playing into Putin’s hands
Opinion: The irony was too rich. President Trump meets with the Russian foreign minister the day after he
Russia probe not over
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Donald Trump’s firing of FBI Director James Comey was aimed
Korver’s shot perfect as Cavs aim for the title
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE For months, Kyle Korver felt a little lost in his new
washington Report: Trump shared classified info with Russians
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump revealed highly classified information about
Monday, May 15 (78 stories)
Man seeks early release from prison after serving 9 years
Man seeks early release from prison after serving 9 years
Ohio GOP won't recognize Randy Law as Trumbull GOP chairman
Ohio GOP won't recognize Randy Law as Trumbull GOP chairman
DD board planning to transfer adult workshop services to MASCO
DD board planning to transfer adult workshop services to MASCO
Hubbard council mulls ban on medical marijuana facilities
Hubbard council mulls ban on medical marijuana facilities
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
Youngstown is spending $1.3 million to pave parts of 72 streets
The work will start about May 30 and be done in August
Local Chevy dealers put out Cruze-focused commercial
The Chevrolet All Stars, a group of 17 Mahoning and Shenango valley dealers, developed the commercial.
Idora Park artifacts will be part of display
Staff report GIRARD The Idora Park Experience museum will bring memorabilia from the defunct
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
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,
Boardman High School student to attend prestigious drama school
BHS senior is one of six accepted into competitive dramaturgy program
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?
Violinist Sobieska to perform at concerts
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The New Music Guild’s third concerts of the season will feature
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Cafaro Foundation awards announced NILES The Cafaro Foundation is awarding a total of $55,000
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
Counties need stability
Opinion: By Bryan Desloge Tribune News Service The ink is barely dry on an agreement to keep the federal
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
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Chelsea McGuire and Kyle Frazier, Youngstown, girl, May
South Avenue crash
South Avenue crash YOUNGSTOWN A vehicle crashed into a utility pole at about 7 p.m. Saturday on
auto racing
auto racing NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Go Bowling 400 Saturday’s Results At Kansas Speedway
Sharon Speedway races rained out
Sharon Speedway races rained out Hartford Racing got under way on Saturday at Sharon Speedway,
prep sports at a glance
WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL Canfield 4, Boardman 2 Winning pitcher Brayden Beck pitched four
Clapper: US under assault by Trump and Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON American democracy is “under assault” on separate fronts from
TRUMBULL county homicide defendants
Claudia Hoerig of Newton Falls, indicted on aggravated-murder charges April 24, 2007, in the
Governor says convention surplus should have gone back to taxpayers
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Gov. Tom Wolf says the committee that raised public and private
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
Cyberattack havoc may grow today
Associated Press LONDON Employees booting up computers at work today could see red as they
N. Korea: Latest missile could carry heavy nuke
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea said today the missile it launched Sunday was a
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown school board, 5:30 p.m., middle school, 800 S. Raccoon Road.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Guardians 2’ rules as ‘King Arthur’ flops LOS ANGELES The first major box office
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
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
N. Korea challenges South’s new leader
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Just five days after South Korea elected a president who
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 15
Today is Monday, May 15, the 135th day of 2017. There are 230 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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.
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.
Mahoning County coroner’s office in limbo
The coroner’s office seeks a new forensic pathologist and will undergo a morgue ventilation upgrade.
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.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL Regular season Canfield 8-10, Uniontown Lake 7-6 Ally Sammarco singled three times
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.
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.
Means is Monday’s Curbstone speaker
Means is Monday’s Curbstone speaker BEAVER TOWNSHIP WBBW-AM 1240 sports director Marc Means is
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
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
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
18 nominated for 2017 Athena Award
The Athena Award dinner will be presented by The Vindicator and the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber on Thursday
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
Mercer County announces polling changes for primary
Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Tuesday
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
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
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
How to beat a surprise medical bill
There are two ways to combat surprise medical bills, whether they come from an air ambulance, a
Kasich should call GM
Opinion: During a recent meeting with The Vindicator Editorial Board, regional chamber boss Tom Humphries was
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
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Platinum member YOUNGSTOWN The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining recently
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
Gunman in police chief killing had violent past
Associated Press KIRKERSVILLE, Ohio Court records show the man authorities say gunned down an
Comey may get chance to publicly defend name
Comey may get chance to publicly defend name WASHINGTON James Comey cut an unorthodox path as
Officer seriously injured in crash on job
Staff report BAZETTA Champion Township Police Sgt. Jeff White was seriously injured Saturday
In the cup!
In the cup! Area holes-in-one Marshall Buck aced the 140-yard No. 16 at Tippecanoe Country Club
golf | Area scores
deer creek golf course Deer Creek Women Golf Association of Hubbard — A level: Marilyn Gamon 23,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 6:15 p.m., special meeting, administration building,
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
S. Korea: N. Korea launches ballistic missile
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea today test-launched a ballistic missile that
Trump says ‘fast decision’ possible on new FBI director
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Saturday that “we can make a fast
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,
Our broken internet
Opinion: Raspberry Pi is a program on Youngstown’s South Side that allows city school children to build their
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
A break from golf provides perspective on motherhood
Jonah Karzmer’s annual tribute to moms is a bit m