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State superintendent names Hoffmaster to Y'town distress commission
Maria Hoffmaster was appointed Friday to Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission by Paolo DeMaria, Ohio’s superintendent of public instruction.
Youngstown clerk of courts ordered to move to new building over weekend
Work continued Friday getting the city’s municipal court ready for the opening of its new facility Monday, including a court order directing the clerk of courts office to have all its materials moved over the weekend.
UAW upset over 2nd shift cut today, Ryan gets reassurance from CEO Barra
A broken press that makes fenders for the Chevrolet Cruze at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex led to the cancellation of the second shift at the East Plant on Friday.
Boardman to start landlord registrations after winning lawsuit
The township soon will begin registering landlords in a new program aimed at improving rental-property standards, in a community where about 30 percent of housing units are rentals.
27 years later, survivor still bears scars of Warren workplace killings
For William John Everett, the morning of June 27, 1991, was just an average morning.
Steelers take Oklahoma State QB Mason Rudolph at No. 76
Mason Rudolph looks like the heir apparent to Ben Roethlisberger.
Browns trade down, select Miami DE Chad Thomas at No. 67
The Browns sent the last pick of the second round, No. 64, to the Colts in exchange for the 67th and 178th selections.
Steelers select Oklahoma State WR James Washington at No. 60
The Steelers traded Martavis Bryant, so they had an opening at WR.
Harding and Iowa C James Daniels goes 39th to Bears
James Daniels is the son of former WGH, Ohio State and NFL OL LeShun Daniels.
Browns select Nevada OT Austin Corbett, RB Nick Chubb
The Browns have a need at LT with the recent retirement of Joe Thomas.
UPDATE | Consultant appointed to Youngstown Academic Distress Commission
Consultant appointed to Youngstown Academic Distress Commission
Brownlee Woods man faces additional child porn charges
Brownlee Woods man faces additional child porn charges
400-pound Ohio man pleads guilty to accidentally smothering boy
400-pound Ohio man pleads guilty to accidentally smothering boy
Orphaned manatees find temporary homes at 2 Ohio zoos
Three orphaned manatees have found temporary homes in Ohio.
Federal authorities charge Dallas-area couple with slavery
Federal authorities charge Dallas-area couple with slavery
Boardman student hands out fake $100 bills to friends
Boardman student hands out fake $100 bills to friends
60-year-old attacked at gas station on South Side
Police are still looking for two men who attacked a 60-year-old man and took his car as he was putting gas into the vehicle at a South Side gas station.
Kucinich to return $20K to pro-Syrian government group
Kucinich to return $20K to pro-Syrian government group
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Fla. school district reviews claim teacher called student Hitler
Fla. school district reviews claim teacher called student Hitler
Ohio pregnant woman shot in March dies after giving birth
Ohio pregnant woman shot in March dies after giving birth
Judicial court order: Clerk of courts office must move to new facility
Judicial court order: Clerk of courts office must move to new facility
GOP-led House panel officially clears Trump in Russia probe
GOP-led House panel officially clears Trump in Russia probe
Where you can drop off your old prescription drugs Saturday
Where you can drop off your old prescription drugs Saturday
4 plead guilty in Coast Guard drug seizure near Galapagos
4 plead guilty in Coast Guard drug seizure near Galapagos
Search for suspect in Maine deputy killing enters 3rd day
Search for suspect in Maine deputy killing enters 3rd day
Man gets 44 years in prison for shootout that wounded 2 Ohio cops
Man gets 44 years in prison for shootout that wounded 2 Ohio cops
Ohio doctor sentenced for illegal dispersal of oxycodone pills
A Cincinnati physician who was convicted of illegally distributing oxycodone pills has been sentenced to five years in federal prison.
Korean leaders pledge denuclearization, but avoid specifics
The leaders of North and South Korea played it safe Friday, repeating a previous vow to rid the Korean Peninsula of nuclear weapons
59th District Dems have choice of 2 strong hopefuls
Editorial: The Vindicator, however, gives a slight edge to Eric Ungaro
Thursday testimony focuses on brother of ex-mayor Infante
Former Niles auditor Charles Nader testified that Ralph Infante allowed his brother, Niles employee Joe Infante, to earn more than other employees for his overtime in 2013 when Ralph Infante was the city’s mayor.
Price center of attention for Bengals
Fitch and Ohio State graduate Billy Price was selected 21st by the Cincinnati Bengals.
SURPRISING BROWNS: Mayfield, Ward selected at 1 and 4
The Cleveland Browns believe all Baker Mayfield has in common with Johnny Manziel are height and a Heisman.
Fans at Boardman gathering are mystified by Browns’ selections
Mayfield draws mixed reviews as No. 1 overall pick.
2nd Annual Sarcoidosis Awareness Event is May 6 in Girard
Gwendolyn Fish is on a mission to raise awareness for sarcoidosis, a disease that has unknown causes and symptoms that can be hard to detect.
WRPA partners with mental health board to develop YDC site
The mental-health board envisions the 35-acre property as a hub for nonprofits that serve the Valley’s vulnerable residents.
Minus Miller, Indians fade
Seager’s late RBI double lifts Seattle after Cleveland’s rally from 4-0 deficit
SPORTS DIGEST || MVCA recruiting night Monday at MVR
MVCA recruiting night Monday at MVR YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Coaches Association is
GM reports decline for 1Q
General Motors Co. reported a 58.7 percent year-over-year decline in income for the first quarter of 2018.
high school roundup
high school roundup BASEBALL Ursuline 8, Poland 5 STRUTHERS Andrew Sabella’s two doubles
Broadway’s spring shows include some long and serious fare Bring a pillow
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK There are plenty of cocktail and wine options
Netflix documentary explores RFK’s legacy
By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER Associated Press BOSTON He was once called the most likely American
Film co-directed by students from Valley will get premiere
Staff report KENT “Fly By Night,” a film made by Kent State University students Jimmy Naples and
Not a game; officials answer questions at event
Residents, businesses gather for Good Evening Canfield
Austintown loses treasurer to Youngstown City Schools
A.J. Ginnetti is the third Austintown administrator to leave for the city school district.
Golden String Radio, Purple Cat celebrate new downtown space
The musicians and DJs at Golden String Radio and Purple Cat Records have a new space to call home in the middle of downtown Youngstown.
DoubleTree to now open May 15
The DoubleTree by Hilton hotel will now open have its soft opening during the week of May 15.
Daffodil show launches spring season at Fellows
Mill Creek MetroParks’ annual Daffodil Show opens today at Fellows Riverside Gardens’ D.D. and Velma Davis Education & Visitor Center, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, where these “Fellows Favorites” and many other varieties will be on display. Entries are being accepted from 3 to 5 p.m.today and 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday. The show opens to the public from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
CVMS ACE students donate to Angels for Animals
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School Ambitious Citizens for
Laurie Jonda, Lyle Hayes to marry in June
POLAND Gregg and Donna Jonda of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Laurie
Poland Rotary distributes funds among 16 charities
The Poland Rotary awarded funding to local charities during their Awards Breakfast on April 18 at the Holy Family Parish Hall.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1252.760.81 Aqua America, .71
Dems have 2 weak choices for county commissioner
Editorial: Character matters. When evaluating the qualifications and backgrounds of candidates for public
Today is Friday, April 27, the 117th day of 2018. There are 248 days left in the year.
Today is Friday, April 27, the 117th day of 2018. There are 248 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
Mike Pompeo took over as America’s top diplomat Thursday after being confirmed by the Senate and
nba playoffs | Thursday’s game
Bucks 97, Celtics 86 MILWAUKEE Giannis Antetokounmpo had 31 points and 14 rebounds and
Seeing red: Teacher walkouts close Arizona, Colorado schools
Associated Press PHOENIX Teachers in Arizona and Colorado turned their state Capitols into a sea
Week of pomp & civility in US
Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons Three disparate events within a week’s time captured the world’s
Cosby’s lawyer: ‘Fight is not over’
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Bill Cosby was convicted Thursday of drugging and molesting a
NILES
NILES School levy A 5.85-mill, 10-year emergency operating levy that will generate $1.3 million
Associated Press
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, CALIF. More than three decades after his trail went cold, one of
Fire out, evacuation lifted after refinery explosion injures 11
Associated Press SUPERIOR, WIS. Authorities said a fire at a northwestern Wisconsin refinery
Pa. asks court to block request
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration went to court this
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women Youngstown Branch will meet at St. John’s
SOCIETY DIGEST || YMTA to present spring recital
YMTA to present spring recital YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present
WORLD DIGEST || Parents sue N. Korea over death of son
Parents sue N. Korea over death of son WASHINGTON The parents of U.S. college student Otto
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Justin Moore and Dylan Scott, 7:30 p.m.: Country music concert
Che, Jost of ‘SNL’ to host Emmy Awards
Che, Jost of ‘SNL’ to host Emmy Awards LOS ANGELES NBC says that Michael Che and Colin Jost of
What’s your emergency? 911 a different call for black, white
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Two recent encounters at a Philadelphia Starbucks and a
Miss Ferlaino, Mr. Diana plan May vows
Ryan and Christina Rinestine of East Liverpool, Betsy and Victor Ferlaino of Kansas City, Mo., and
Court won’t return exotic animals to man’s home
Associated Press TOLEDO A man whose tigers and other exotic animals were seized in a raid by
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A county grand jury handed up indictments against these people on
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Mich. couple gives 14th son creative middle name GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. A Michigan
METRO DIGEST || Patriot Boulevard?
Patriot Boulevard? YOUNGSTOWN Interstate Boulevard in Austintown could soon be named Patriot
Meth found on woman
Meth found on woman AUSTINTOWN Officers arrested a Lake Milton woman after discovering
Ohio’s top court further muddies fracking issue with new ruling
Opinion: One consistent thing about the Ohio Supreme Court when it comes to decisions about whether it’s
Trump pledges hands off Russia probe, may ‘change my mind’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump insisted Thursday he “won’t be involved” in
Penn National reports earnings increase, busy 1Q
Penn National Gaming Inc. reported net income of $45.4 million from revenue of $816.1 million during the first quarter of 2018.
CAMPAIGN FINANCE
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Pre-primary election reports Candidates and issues committees on the May 8
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway
Niles voters asked to pass emergency school levy
This is the second time in six months school district voters are being asked to approve more money for school operations.
A judicial race is the most expensive primary matchup in Mahoning County
The two Democratic candidates for the seat raised about $125,000 combined so far this year
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Real-estate pros picked for program BOARDMAN Second-generation owners of Burgan Real Estate,
Analysts expect modest outcome from trade talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON When Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin leads a delegation of
Buck Wilder author visits Dobbins
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Children’s author Tim Smith visited Dobbins Elementary on
Canfield Local Schools host Literacy Night
The Canfield Local School District hosted a Family Literacy Night for families at C.H. Campbell Elementary School on April 11.
School board approves new waiver policy
On April 23, the Boardman School Board approved a policy change that will enable school athletes,
Canfield Community Briefs
Bonding with babies and books This event is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23
Meals on Wheels thanks volunteers
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Meals on Wheels of Mahoning County had an appreciation
POLICE BLOTTER
April 10 Breaking and entering: Someone broke into a vacant structure in the 40 block of North
Walk and funday to fund IBD research
Austintown Township Park hosted the Fitness Sunday Funday 5K Run/Walk on April 14 to benefit the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.
Students bounce off the walls
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The students of Boardman Center Intermediate School
Fitch band honored heroes in D.C.
The Austintown Fitch High School marching band performed in the annual National Cherry Blossom
Canfield speech and debate team wrapped up the season
The Canfield speech and debate team competed at the Ohio Speech and Debate Association’s State
Charity Limbeck, Daniel Geisler plan June rite
AUSTINTOWN Daniel Limbeck and Sandra Limbeck, both of Austintown, are announcing the engagement of
Zedakers celebrate 60th anniversary
HUBBARD Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Welchman Zedaker of Hubbard recently celebrated their 60th wedding
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield Local Schools announces a boys youth summer basketball camp There will be a boys youth
Meals on Wheels thanks volunteers
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Meals on Wheels of Mahoning County had an appreciation
Poland Community Briefs
Appy hour Learn all about popular apps for smartphones and mobile devices on May 5 at 10 a.m. at
Poland Sports Briefs
Mooney golf team hosts fundraising scramble On June 9, there will be a Cardinal Mooney golf team
Troop leader helps girls in Columbiana and Canfield take a stance against bullying
Sergeant Wade Boley of the Columbiana Police Department asked questions, such as ‘who likes sports’
Dobbins dad and daughter night
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary invited fathers and daughters to the
Easter program with Peeps at library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown library invited children to have fun with
Austintown Community Briefs
Redeemer Lutheran Church hosts rummage sale The Ladies Guild of Redeemer Lutheran Church, located
Boardman Community Briefs
Bonding with babies and books This event is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23
E. coli outbreak sickens 3 in Mahoning County, nearly 85 across nation
Three cases of E. coli tied to contaminated romaine lettuce have been confirmed in Mahoning County according to the Ohio Department of Health.
Bake sale and bunnies at Family Video
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Two animal rescue organizations teamed up for a “Some Bunny
Princes and princesses attend library program
Children dressed as princesses and princes arrived at the Boardman library on April 12 for “It’s a Royal Affair!”
Boardman Park hosts Disc Golf Open
Boardman Park hosted its first annual Boardman Park Disc Golf Open on March 25 celebrating the
Meals on Wheels thanks volunteers
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Meals on Wheels of Mahoning County had an appreciation
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