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Vindy.com for April 20, 2018
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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Valley leaders remember Barbara Bush
Former first lady Barbara Bush, whose funeral is today, was remembered by those in the Mahoning Valley as a personable, gracious woman.
Superintendent's remarks do not represent Y'town district, CEO says
District CEO Krish Mohip publicly chastised his own appointed superintendent a day after the NAACP sent a letter to Youngstown City Schools Superintendent Joe Meranto accusing him of making statements that were “linguistically racist in tone.”
Niles BOE cuts 1 principal, 3 assistants
The decision by the board of education to eliminate the positions of one elementary school principal and three administrative assistants at the end of the current school year will save the school district more than $210,000 annually, Superintendent Ann Marie Thigpen said.
Area officials lend a hand to Second Harvest food bank
A handful of elected officials volunteered their time at the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, giving back to the organization that provides food to the hungry in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties.
US Rep. Tim Ryan has news conference Saturday on TJX
US Rep. Tim Ryan has news conference Saturday on TJX
North Korea says it has suspended nuclear, missile testing
North Korea says it has suspended nuclear, missile testing
New and Contemporary Dining Soon on Two Amtrak Routes
Capitol Limited and Lake Shore Limited sleeping car customers to be offered fresh choices for meals this summer
FAA orders more engine inspections after Southwest accident
FAA orders more engine inspections after Southwest accident
CDC expands warning in E. coli outbreak from Arizona lettuce
CDC expands warning in E. coli outbreak from Arizona lettuce
Vacant South Forest Avenue house destroyed by fire
Vacant South Forest Avenue house destroyed by fire
Elected officials volunteer time at local food bank
Elected officials volunteer time at local food bank
Prison Fellowship run/walk event is Sunday in Leavittsburg
Prison Fellowship run/walk event is Sunday in Leavittsburg
Warren Family Mission has Earth Day meeting Saturday
Warren Family Mission has Earth Day meeting Saturday
George Clinton and P-Funk coming to Packard Music Hall in July
George Clinton and P-Funk coming to Packard Music Hall in July
Wells Fargo to pay $1B for mortgage, auto lending abuses
Wells Fargo to pay $1B for mortgage, auto lending abuses
Students begin school walkouts on Columbine anniversary
Students begin school walkouts on Columbine anniversary
Former Ohio State football coach Earle Bruce dies at 87
Earle Bruce had a record of 81-26-1 as head coach at Ohio State from 1979-87.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Aummary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
UPDATE | HomeGoods withdraws Lordstown zoning application
HomeGoods withdraws Lordstown zoning application
Woman suspected in Minnesota, Florida deaths caught in Texas
Woman suspected in Minnesota, Florida deaths caught in Texas
Woman in critical condition after Fowler Township crash
Woman in critical condition after Fowler Township crash
LIVE NOW | Radio Lark playing live on Vindy Talk Radio.
Listen to the Valley's Radio Lark NOW live on Vindy Talk Radio.
AP-NORC Poll: Americans expect Russia tension will get worse
Americans largely fear the country's relationship with Russia and China will get worse in the coming year
Stock markets steady, oil slips after Trump slams OPEC
Global stock markets were subdued Friday amid worries over trade
Kushner Cos. subpoenaed by feds after AP report
The Kushner Cos. has been subpoenaed by federal prosecutors for information related to an Associated Press report
Authorities: Man held 5 hostage at Pittsburgh home
A man accused of holding five people hostage at a Pittsburgh home and injuring a woman there is now facing several charges.
In Comey memos, Trump talks of jailed journalists, 'hookers'
Former FBI Director James Comeys memos show President Donald Trump sharing some startling observations in a series of candid conversations last year.
Florida Georgia Line to ‘Cruise’ on over to Y Live
Tickets for Aug. 11 Stambaugh Stadium show go on sale May 4
Phantoms back on the ice tonight against the Fighting Saints
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals is tonight at Covelli Centre.
Infante trial set to start; wife takes plea
Hours of negotiations produce plea for Judy Infante, but Ralph Infante trial going forward
For the birds: Eagles, Falcons to kick off 2018 NFL season
Super Bowl champion Philadelphia will host Atlanta to kick off the 2018 NFL season.
Niles water department building ‘dangerous, commission told
Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia told the Financial Planning and Supervision Commission the Water Department building on State Street is “dilapidated” and “a dangerous situation for employees.”
Browns GM Dorsey playing it close to the vest.
Browns general manager John Dorsey is old-school cool, from his wardrobe to keeping his plans for the upcoming NFL draft private.
Google visits Austintown Elementary School
Although dinosaurs have not walked the Earth in millions of years, they roamed AES’s gym Thursday.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU-UWM baseball moved to Eastwood
Due to ongoing poor weather in Milwaukee, the Youngstown State baseball team’s weekend series against Wisconsin-Milwaukeehas been moved to Eastwood Field.
8 men arrested during undercover Warren sex sting
Six men allegedly seeking sex – and two allegedly trying to arrange it for others – were arrested Wednesday in the second sex-trade sting operation in the city in five months.
Mahoning County sells former clinic of convicted Canfield doctor
The property sold at auction for $37,750.
‘Super Troopers 2’ is a comedy for its fans Featherweight fun
‘Super troopers 2’ Grade: 2 stars (out of 4) Rating: R for crude sexual content and language
DeWine says he went negative only after his opponent did
The election has turned increasingly bitter “because from the moment Mary Taylor stood up in front of the [Republican] state central committee a number of months ago, she was on the attack,” DeWine told The Vindicator.
Tribeca Film FestivaL Boardman native’s film to premiere this weekendSFlb
Staff report NEW YORK “Blowin’ Up,” a documentary film written and directed by Boardman native
Howland says it needs to pass a levy to stay out of fiscal caution
Voters will decide in the May primary election whether to approve a 10-year, 5.9-mill emergency operating levy for Howland Local Schools.
METRO DIGEST || 5 dogs removed, owner hospitalized
Dogs removed NEW MIDDLETOWN Village police and humane agents from Animal Charity on Wednesday
Forgery, fleeing police lands 52-year-old in prison
Addiction and personal hardship led him to commit
Poland Players director reaches 100th performance
Poland Players Director Candy Fonagy reached a milestone with Thursday night’s opening of “Bye Bye Birdie.” It marked the 100th performance she directed.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over 74 to tie
Arrieta recaptures form against Pirates
Jake Arrieta flashed the All-Star form that made Philadelphia covet him in free agency.
ysu SPORTS
ysu SPORTS TODAY SOFTBALL YSU at Cleveland State, 3 p.m. TRACK & FIELD YSU at Jesse Owens
YEARS AGO FOR APRIL 20
Today is Friday, April 20, the 110th day of 2018. There are 255 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Experts testify about drug Cosby gave to his accuser
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. It’s long been one of the most enduring mysteries of Bill
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS Friends of the Mahoning River will host a Sip and Paint from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the B&O
Canfield Players present two plays
In a departure from the traditional spring musical, the Canfield High School Players will present two strait plays, one a comedy and one a musical.
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield Township trustees, 10 a.m., neighborhood meeting with Trustee Dan
Warren orchestra in spring concert
Staff report WARREN The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra’s spring concert – “Spirits of Spring!” –
SOCIETY DIGEST || Basketball event to take place today
Basketball event to take place today YOUNGSTOWN The “Above the Rim” basketballl event will take
Southwest sought more time for engine inspections
Associated Press DALLAS Southwest Airlines sought more time last year to inspect fan blades like
Israel celebrates 70th birthday
Associated Pres JERUSALEM Israel is celebrating 70 years since the modern Jewish state was
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 11
Police apologize over men’s arrest at Starbucks
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Rashon Nelson initially brushed it off when the Starbucks manager
oddly enough
oddly enough Mower, tooth in a box, Vishnu doll in beach trash POINT PLEASANT BEACH, N.J. The
Shooter in Florida kills 2 deputies
Shooter in Florida kills 2 deputies TRENTON, Fla. Someone fired through the window of a north
Despite high-profile races, low-voter turnout expected
Opinion: This quote from Stephanie Penrose, Trumbull County Board of Elections director, sums up the primary
Wells Fargo facing fine of $1B
Reports say action could come today Associated Press NEW YORK Federal regulators plan to fine
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Cinderella,” 7:30 p.m.: Jules Massenet’s 1899 opera ($16, $8 for
washington Comey’s memos on Trump released
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump told former FBI Director James Comey that he
Around the Horn | Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 13, Orioles 8 DETROIT Leonys Martin hit his first big league grand
Penguins can finish Flyers tonight
A victory over Philadelphia in Game 5 tonight would push the Penguins into the second round.
THURSDAY’s OTHER NHL PLAYOFF GAME
THURSDAY’s OTHER NHL PLAYOFF GAME Bruins 3, Maple Leafs 1 TORONTO Brad Marchand scored the go-
Castro turns over presidency in Cuba
Associated Press HAVANA Raul Castro turned over Cuba’s presidency Thursday to a 57-year-old
S. Korean leader: Kim won’t seek US troop withdrawal
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea South Korean President Moon Jae-in said Thursday that his
Giuliani to join legal team in Russia probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, an outspoken supporter of
PRO GOLF roundup
PGA Murray takes 1-stroke lead at Valero Open SAN ANTONIO Grayson Murray fixed a flaw in his
Trash and Treasure Sale to benefit mission trip
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Seventeen youth and adult members of the Canfield
Rachel Skoczylas, Ryan Tekac plan June celebration
Tom and Peggy Skoczylas of Warren and Jack and Marilyn Tekac of Poland are announcing the engagement
Census should tread carefully
Opinion: By Morris Pearl OtherWords We’re all used to chaos in Washington these days. Amidst it all,
Remembering a first-class, first lady in Barbara Bush
Editorial: In rewinding the life and times of beloved former first lady Barbara Bush, one might best view them
BSFEE has reverse raffle to help fund projects
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Boardman Schools Fund for Educational Excellence had their
Austintown Community Briefs
Newcomers club to meet on April 25 Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet on April 25 at Das Dutch
PSHS showcases exceptional art from area schools
Poland Seminary High School hosted their “Exceptional Art Show” in the lobby of the field house on April 10.
Canfield Community Briefs
Newcomers club to meet on April 25 Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet on April 25 at Das Dutch
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Rain, sun and warmer days are on the way. Spring athletics have
Rotary chili open raises money for charities
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland Rotary had their annual Chili Open at Bedford
Emily Alcorn, Mr. Buttram will marry in August
POLAND Patrick and Peggy Alcorn of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Emily
Local MSVC chapter hosts convention
The Mahoning and Shenango Valleys Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MSVC-
Students craft event for remembrance and safety
On March 14, Boardman High School students participated in an event that was unique to Boardman.
Students compete with dads
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Stadium Drive Elementary invited families to the school
Boardman boys track opens season with victory
The Boardman boys track team opened its 2018 regular season with a 106-24-17 victory over the
Poland Community Briefs
Newcomers club to meet on April 25 Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet on April 25 at Das Dutch
Meals on Wheels thanks volunteers
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Meals on Wheels of Mahoning County had an appreciation
Boardman Community Briefs
Newcomers club to meet on April 25 Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet on April 25 at Das Dutch
Boardman boys track team claims victory over Poland and Warren
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2018 record to 4-0 and 2-0 in the AAC with a 65-58-41
Pawstown memberships available
Memberships are now on sale for the Marge Hartman’s Paws Town Dog Park at Boardman Park. Since
Poland NHS inducts new members
Seventy-eight juniors and seniors from Poland Seminary High School were admitted into the National
Amber Isaacson, Tanner Avnet plan summer rite
POLAND Mark and Laurie Isaacson of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Amber
Kristen Miranda, Jordan Sopkovich to marry in April
Juan and Michelle Miranda of Campbell and Dennis and Paula Sopkovich of Canfield are announcing the
Austintown PTA serves soup at fundraiser
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown Council of PTA invited the community to the
Canfield Sports Briefs
Cardinal Camp takes place June 20-22 The Canfield boys’ basketball coaching staff is ready to host
Buck Wilder author visits AES
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Writer Tim Smith visited Austintown Elementary School on
March housing sales mixed in the Valley
Mahoning and Trumbull saw year-over-year sales declines and Columbiana saw an increase in homes sold.
Children make sugary Easter treats
Families arrived at Sugar Showcase in Austintown’s Wedgewood Plaza on March 30 to decorate treats for Easter.
Groups plant pinwheels for abuse prevention awareness
Three local groups joined together to begin National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month on April 3 with a planting of pinwheels in front of Boardman Park.
Hilltop third-graders donate to Akron Children’s Hospital
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Senior Director of Development at Akron Children’s Hospital
Prayer shawl volunteers help underprivileged women
Members of The Ursuline Center’s Prayer Shawl Ministry recently cleaned out their closets for a
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