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Stories published May 28, 2017

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Pirates fall to Mets

Polanco homers for Pittsburgh


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

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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.


Indians pound Royals

Kipnis' four hits included a homer


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


Sato wins Indy 500

Andretti team wins again


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,


Vindicator spelling bee champion heads to national contest

Macey Stancato will compete in 90th Scripps National Spelling Bee.


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.

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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.


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.

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'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.

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Tallmadge squeezes past Canfield on bunt

A fifth-inning suicide squeeze was the difference.


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South Range graduates 119

Saturday’s commencement ceremony showcased nine valedictorians and one salutatorian.

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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.


Joe Mineo’s differences made Joe Mineo Creative

Seeing something different in his surroundings let Mineo see ways to create.


Cavaliers embrace their role as underdogs

Vegas is betting against them and the bookies are hardly alone.


YSU’s Zallow qualifies for NCAA nationals

Chad Zallow won his qualifying heat in the 110 hurdles in 13.68 seconds.


NCAA title week brings back memories

Jonah Karzmer got a taste of the NCAA Championships at Kent State.


BOOK REVIEW ‘Wolf Moon’ is quite chilling

By JEFF AYERS Associated Press “Full Wolf Moon” (Doubleday), by Lincoln Child One-half of the


Champion softball wins regional title

Cheryl Weaver’s Flashes are back in the state tournament.


YSU singers made friends, memories on S. Korea trip

By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The Dana Chorale of Youngstown State University made


METRO DIGEST || Railroad museum open Saturdays

Railroad museum YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association will have regular


MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS

Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator.


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.

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Lottery is huge in Ohio

Opinion: Yes, the headline is stating the obvious about the Ohio Lottery, but recent developments in Columbus


Voter fraud panel is dangerous

Opinion: Washington’s preoccupation with Donald Trump’s tweets and the multiple probes into his campaign’s


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


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


Jim Bunning, 85

Was MLB ace, U.S. senator


Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,


YEARS AGO FOR MAY 28

Today is Sunday, May 28, the 148th day of 2017. There are 217 days left in the year.

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COMMENCEMENTS From Trump to Oprah, speakers offer advice to grads

By COLLIN BINKLEY Associated Press BOSTON Oprah Winfrey told students to live with purpose.


area golf scores

bedford trails golf course Lady Players — Low gross: Diane Johnson 43. Low net: Nancy Yuscher 32.


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


MILESTONES

MILESTONES LEADERSHIP Chosen as a KSU dean David Dees, Ph.D., of Guilford Lake, has been


Police: Suspect in stabbings had ranted about Muslims

Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Police said they’ll examine what appears to be the extremist


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


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.


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


COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

DISSOLUTIONS ASKED Tammy Bricker, 5496 Jimtown Road, East Palestine,


Looted artifacts back in Italy

Associated Press NEW YORK Seven ancient statues and pottery vessels are headed back to their


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


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-


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


LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS

ENGINEERING CT Consultants Inc. recently announced the addition of Julie Thomas, PE, as a senior


BUSINESS DIGEST ||

Torch Awards set POLAND The Better Business Bureau serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull


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


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


BRIDGE

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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.


How to shoot great video

The era of the shoulder-mounted camcorder has come and gone. Yes, you can still find traditional


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Packard Concert Band, 3 p.m.: This special concert (free


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