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Vindy.com for April 8, 2018
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Advocates: School gun clubs teach discipline, not violence
Their classmates took to the streets to protest gun violence and to implore adults to restrict guns, seeming to forecast a generational shift in attitudes toward the Second Amendment. But at high-school and college gun ranges around the country, these teens and young adults gather to practice shooting and talk about the positive influence firearms have had on their lives.
North Korea tells US that Kim Jong Un ready to discuss nukes
North Korea’s government has communicated with the United States to say that leader Kim Jong Un is ready to discuss his nuclear weapons program with President Donald Trump, officials said Sunday, increasing the likelihood that the unprecedented summit will actually occur.
Hundreds brave cold to attend Animal Baby Shower in Canfield
The event kicks off the spring season for Mill Creek MetroParks
State fire marshal to probe fire that killed elderly woman
The Ohio State Fire Marshal will investigate a fatal structure fire that killed a 91-year-old woman Saturday evening.
More than $1M in road projects planned in Struthers this season
State Route 289 and Midlothian Boulevard will be repaved
Ohio governor's race heats up as early voting begins Tuesday
The four Democrat candidates will debate Tuesday
Trump administration snubs urban projects in TIGER grants
Youngstown's $10.3M request was summarily rejected last month
Trump condemns Syrian chemical attack, calls Assad 'animal'
Reports say at least 40 died in the attack near Damascus
Citywide baby shower pushes infant safety
The baby shower took place at the Eugenia C. Atkinson Recreational Center on Saturday.
Two eagles help Reed stay in front at Augusta
Patrick Reed seized control with a pair of eagles on the back nine, two big pars and a 5-under 67.
Local artist creating work to honor vets; cost is about $75,000
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN The men and women who served in the military
Playhouse youth theater to present ‘The Little Prince’
If YOu Go What: “The Little Prince” When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. April 15
Co-author of book on Strouss’ store to lecture
Staff report BOARDMAN Tom Welsh, a local author and historian, will give a presentation based on
Stagnant gas tax presents statewide infrastructure issues
States near Ohio have raised their gas tax, and they have better roads, an Ohio officeholder says
A song of hope for Al Adi Othman
YOUNGSTOWN Tom Manche has never met Amer “Al” Adi Othman, the Youngstown businessman who was deported to Jordan recently. But the Nashville-based singer-songwriter and music producer was so moved by Adi’s struggle that he wrote and recorded a song about him.
Blaney 3rd straight driver to steer No. 22 Ford to win
Three Xfinity Series races, three different drivers and three consecutive wins for the No. 22 car.
15 die when truck collides with hockey team’s bus in Canada
Associated Press NIPAWIN, Saskatchewan A semi-trailer slammed into a bus carrying a youth hockey
Cannon sees path for others in her road to ‘Blockers’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES Kay Cannon, a performer, screenwriter, producer and
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Officer of the year The Ohio State Penitentiary on Coitsville-Hubbard Road
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press This is part of The Associated Press’ ongoing effort to fact-check misinformation
Curbstone coaches seek better attendance
Response for its basketball banquet the past several years has been underwhelming, at best
IN THE CUP!
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one George Duritsa of McDonald aced the 156-yard No. 16 on March 5 at
Fire on 50th floor of Trump Tower kills man
Fire on 50th floor of Trump Tower kills man NEW YORK A raging fire that tore through a 50th-
Johnny Football back on field in Spring League
Johnny Manziel’s attempt to restart his football career brought to a high school stadium that was largely empty.
Scott stands out, but MSU not deep at RB
LJ Scott is back. Beyond that, Michigan State’s running game has plenty of questions.
NCAA roundup
track and field YSU’s Zallow, Harden among Quad winners akron Chad Zallow and Collin Harden
Another Master-ful weekend is finally upon us
Hello again, Valley golfers, and welcome to another season of Thoughts on the Green.
Angels of Easter Seals will host Fashion Show
Staff report BOARDMAN Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center, 7440 South Ave., will be the site for the
Alpha Kappa Alpha chapter to host murder-mystery play
Alpha Kappa Alpha chapter to host murder-mystery play
Joan Silber’s ‘Improvement’ wins PEN-Faulkner award
Joan Silber’s ‘Improvement’ wins PEN-Faulkner award NEW YORK Author Joan Silber has received
Italy museum aims to show Casanova as more than just a lover
Italy museum aims to show Casanova as more than just a lover VENICE, Italy A museum has opened
How to read between lines of Airbnb listings
By MELISSA LAMBARENA NerdWallet If you’re not a regular Airbnb user, it may take trial and error
Anniversary celebration
Anniversary celebration YOUNGSTOWN The Diocese of Youngstown will sponsor a Wedding Anniversary
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Incubator session YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator will have a free Diversity &
Get lost in 32 rooms of books at the Book Loft in Columbus
By JONATHAN ELDERFIELD Associated Press COLUMBUS If you are longing to lose yourself in a
COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Dynamic Structures Inc. v. Del-Sha Construction LLC, money.
YEARS AGO FOR APRIL 8
Today is Sunday, April 8, the 98th day of 2018. There are 267 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Gathering Place will meet at Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield, at 11 a.m. Monday. The
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HOSPITALITY Hampton by Hilton, Hilton’s global mid-price brand of more than 2,200 hotels, has
Where's Joe's Gang of 32?
Opinion: One of the more popular recent items The Vindicator has ever sold (outside of the daily newspaper)
For the Week of Sunday, April 8 2018
June Young to Cory M. Jones, Dobbins Road, Poland, $140,000. Giuseppe Sorice to Gennaro F.
Upon arrival on-site for a recent speaking engagement, I am told that several rather vocal parents
Upon arrival on-site for a recent speaking engagement, I am told that several rather vocal parents
More sharp, hilarious essays from Crosley
By LINCEE RAY Associated Press “Look Alive Out There: Essays” (MCD/FSG), by Sloane Crosley
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant on
Turnout for primary in Mahoning Valley is expected to be about 25 percent
Early voting starts Tuesday and Monday is the deadline to register for the primary
PREPARING FOR LIFE
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A prison gives an image of a dark, damp place where
ON THE ALLEYS | Area BOWLING scores
ON THE ALLEYS | Area BOWLING scores amron lanes Farmers National Bank Mixed Doubles — Jim
Darkness downtown due to electrical upgrades
Utility workers tried to get the power back on before the completion of the Phantoms game Saturday night.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY Allegheny Wesleyan College, 2161 Woodsdale Road, Salem, 2 to 7 p.m. Newton
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Red Alert” by James Patterson and Marshall Karp (Little, Brown) 2. “The
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
Mahoning County 4-H will host fundraiser
Staff report BOARDMAN Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center, 7440 South Ave., will be the site of the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Farm Animal Baby Shower, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Families can welcome
GARDEN CLUBS
TODAY Mahoning Valley Dahlia Society will meet at 2 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1463 Shields
Communication issues ahead of Koreas summit
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North and South Korea on Saturday held talks over
Germany seeks motive after van plows into crowd
Associated Press MUENSTER, Germany A van crashed into people drinking outside a popular bar
Youngstown schools plan spring performances
Chaney’s spring performance is Thursday in the high-school auditorium
Red Hat Society to host annual luncheon at country club
Red Hat Society to host annual luncheon at country club GIRARD String of Pearls, Red Hat Society
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Barbara Montgomery, 6805 Boardwalk
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC groups
THURSDAY 32nd Club will meet at noon at Christ Church, Boardman. Hostesses are Diane Schuller and
AROUND THE HORN Saturday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 11, Twins 4 MINNEAPOLIS The Seattle Mariners heated up at the plate
ysu SPORTS SCHEDULE
ysu SPORTS SCHEDULE SFlbTODAY MEN’S GOLF YSU at Towson Spring Invitational in Grasonville,
Bulldogs defeat Irish, win title
Minnesota Duluth beat Notre Dame 2-1 Saturday night to win the school’s second NCAA hockey championship
Stewart-Haas controls front row in Texas
The decade-old team will now have the top three starters in a race for the first time today.
RUNNERS, TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks
APRIL 22 — Run with the Wildcats Fund-raiser, co-sponsored by the Struthers High School softball
THIS WEEKEND’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
SOFTBALL FRIDAY South Range 13, Liberty (W. Va.) 0 MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. Dani Vuletich had two
Pirates let 4-0 lead slip away in loss
Eugenio Suarez hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the eighth inning for the Reds.
Does disenfranchising felons serve government’s interest?
Opinion: JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The bumpy path of Desmond Meade’s life meandered to its current interesting
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL STATISTICS
standings american league East Division WLPctGB Boston71.875— Toronto53.6252 New
A strike during pothole season?
Opinion: Even the most tone-deaf union employees in the Mahoning County Engineer’s office must know that
A good round for Woods at this Masters: even par
A few sloppy bogeys, two of them on par 5s. A few birdies. It added to an even-par 72.
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