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Wednesday, February 28 (112 stories)
Death on Boardman Street investigated; may have jumped from deck
Death on Boardman Street investigated; may have jumped from deck
UPDATE | Route 11 northbound open after crashes in Austintown
UPDATE | Route 11 northbound open after crashes in Austintown
Trumbull County governments form cooperative council
Trumbull County governments form cooperative council
Alleged predators attempted to solicit children
10 men face charges for attempting to solicit children aged 12 to 15
Canfield schools mark Right to Read Week
Canfield Hilltop Elementary celebrates Right to Read Week by dressing as a character from a favorite book
Stambaugh Auditorium presents Porgy and Bess on March 9
Stambaugh Auditorium presents classic American opera
Walmart sets age of 21 to buy firearms, ammunition
Walmart sets age of 21 to buy firearms, ammunition
Best Buy to close its small-format mobile phone stores
Best Buy to close its small-format mobile phone stores
Administration presents proposed general-fund budget without a deficit
Youngstown council members had issues with some of the cuts
Cleveland mayor’s grandson pleads guilty to weapons charges
Cleveland mayor’s grandson pleads guilty to weapons charges
UPDATE | Police: Ga. teacher fired a gun inside classroom
Police: Ga. teacher fired a gun inside classroom
Pizza Hut replaces Papa John's as NFL's pizza sponsor
Pizza Hut replaces Papa John's as NFL's pizza sponsor
Milkman accused of sneaking drugs, phones into Ohio prison
Milkman accused of sneaking drugs, phones into Ohio prison
Next phase opens in Ohio’s $8M opioid technology challenge
Next phase opens in Ohio’s $8M opioid technology challenge
Ohio girl dies, sister hospitalized from suspected overdose
Ohio girl dies, sister hospitalized from suspected overdose
Amazon explains why Cincinnati lost its headquarters bid
Amazon explains why Cincinnati lost its headquarters bid
Backers advance Ohio ballot measure capping payday interest rates
Backers advance Ohio ballot measure capping payday interest rates
Pa. man resentenced to life in 1983 murder of hitchhiker
Pa. man resentenced to life in 1983 murder of hitchhiker
Worshipers clutching AR-15 rifles hold commitment ceremony
Worshipers clutching AR-15 rifles hold commitment ceremony
Cleveland EMS dispatcher suspended for refusing to help gunshot victim
Cleveland EMS dispatcher suspended for refusing to help gunshot victim
Immigration chief: 800 avoid arrest due to mayor's warning
Immigration chief: 800 avoid arrest due to mayor's warning
UPDATE | Rev. Billy Graham praised by Trump, politicians as 'America's pastor'
Graham praised by Trump, politicians as 'America's pastor'
UPDATE | Ten jailed in pedophile sting operation
Mahoning County sheriff has news conference today on sexual predators
Hicks acknowledges 'white lies' for Trump, but not on Russia
Hicks acknowledges 'white lies' for Trump, but not on Russia
Manafort pleads not guilty, gets September trial date
Manafort pleads not guilty, gets September trial date
Valley Growth Ventures gets funding from venture capitalist
Valley Growth Ventures gets funding from venture capitalist
US stocks claw back some of their losses as yields dip
US stocks claw back some of their losses as yields dip
Tentative deal averts potential Pittsburgh teachers strike
Tentative deal averts potential Pittsburgh teachers strike
UK police investigating Weinstein allegations by 10 women
UK police investigating Weinstein allegations by 10 women
Youngstown police investigate social media posts at Chaney, Choffin
Youngstown police investigate social media posts at Chaney, Choffin
Ohio ends same-day driver's license issuing in favor of mail
Ohio ends same-day driver's license issuing in favor of mail
Youngstown police investigate drug activity at two homes
Youngstown police investigate drug activity at two homes
Florida students return to 'picture of education in fear'
Florida students return to 'picture of education in fear'
Dick's cuts off sales of assault-style rifles in stores
Dick's cuts off sales of assault-style rifles in stores
Republic Steel partnership to restart idled blast furnace
Republic Steel partnership to restart idled blast furnace
Protest speeches started with Brando and never stopped An Oscar for politics
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK Should any of this year’s Oscars winners use the
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
State auditor recommends Poland cut staff, close buildings to stave off deficit
Poland school board will consider auditor recommendations
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1246.31-0.37 Aqua America, .71
In Florida, parents, teens, officials talk safety
Associated Press PARKLAND, FLA. Florida’s governor said Tuesday that he’s determined to make the
Movie causes billboard flurry
Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons CHICAGO Along Interstate 294 a billboard campaign was launched
GOP leaders move slowly on tougher gun laws
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Paul Ryan on Tuesday showed little interest in
BUSINESS DIGEST || Donation to Habitat
Donation to Habitat YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Columbiana Association of Realtors gave Habitat
James finishes February averaging a triple-double as Cleveland cuts down Nets
LeBron James had 12 rebounds and 11 assists for his 12th triple-double of the season and 67th of his career.
Indians, Napoli agree on minor-league contract
The Indians have invited Mike Napoli to another party.
LeBron says he’s flattered by Philly billboards
LeBron James has Philadelphia’s basketball pulse racing.
Schiavoni gets the Mahoning Democratic endorsement for governor
The party gave a dual endorsement in the Mahoning County Common Pleas Court judicial primary
METRO DIGEST|| Falls woman charged with felonious assault
Falls woman charged with felonious assault NEWTON FALLS A village woman will be in n Newton
Companies face pressure to pick sides on gun debate
Associated Press NEW YORK As the gun debate heats up after the massacre at a Florida high
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON The security clearance of White House senior adviser and
Companies explore shopping by voice
Associated Press NEW YORK When the world shifted from personal computers to smartphones,
Manafort’s case saddled by side issues, disputes
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson was not amused. A lawyer
German court lets cities ban diesel cars
Associated Press BERLIN Handing environmentalists a landmark victory, a German court ruled
nhl roundup Tuesday’s games
Devils 3, Penguins 2 PITTSBURGH Taylor Hall equaled the Devils’ franchise record with points in
Trump couldn’t get cleared as a White House security guard
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication Amid the shock and horror accompanying yet another mass
Presenters added to show
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Sandra Bullock, Dave Chappelle, Christopher Walken, Rita Moreno and
New platform Vero looks promising
As social media users, we’re a fickle bunch. We like what we like, and we don’t want what we like to
Man gets almost five years in prison for one-day crime spree
Robert Mogg went on the crime spree in October
nba roundup | Tuesday’s other games
Hornets 118, Bulls 103 CHARLOTTE, N.C. Kemba Walker scored 31 points and Dwight Howard added 24
Heart-smart eating can be delicious and nutritious
Family Features Keeping your heart in good shape starts at mealtime. Fortunately, there’s no
CAPITAL BILL PROJECTS For the Mahoning Valley
The following projects are also included in the state’s capital budget bill: MAHONING COUNTY
Winter Olympics coverage dominates
Winter Olympics coverage dominates NEW YORK Here are prime-time viewership numbers compiled by
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period: v “God’s Plan”:
YSU professor pleads to attempted assault
Novelist and YSU professor accused of punching his husband pleaded guilty Tuesday to a reduced charge.
Brighten up your brunch menu
Family Features Waking up early is hardly anyone’s favorite thing to do, especially on the
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Malaya Calwise and Daryl Anderson Jr., Youngstown, girl, Feb. 26.
Recipes to shake up your dinner routine
Family Features If you find yourself stuck in a rut with the same recipes, remember a little
Mahoning County Land Bank invests more than $1 million in Campbell blight reduction
Land bank, Campbell celebrate successful partnership
Group: Retain festival
Group: Retain festival WARREN A group of supporters of the Warren Italian-American Heritage
Liberty School District began employing a security guard during school hours on Monday to increase safety
Liberty School District began employing a security guard during school hours on Monday to increase safety
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Eastgate Regional Council of Governments Technical Advisory Committee, 10 a.m.,
1946 lynching: Investigations end, hope for answers linger
Associated Press ATLANTA It was the summer of 1946 when two young black couples riding along a
Ohio General Assembly may award $4 million to YSU
State capital bill includes $4 million to Youngstown State University
Move cooperative spirit of Olympics onto field of international diplomacy
Editorial: Just as we had predicted 19 days ago at the start of the 23rd Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South
Tuesday, February 27 (113 stories)
Lordstown student in custody after troubling social media post
Lordstown student in custody after troubling social media post
Supporters of Italian festival want it to stay in Warren
Supporters of Italian festival want it to stay in Warren
Auditor’s Medicaid report cites local providers for noncompliance
Auditor: Angel Carriers received $458,000 in improper payments
The Flight Crew samples divine beers at Noble Creature
For many Mahoning Valley residents, their love of craft beer is sort of like a religion.
Land bank, Campbell celebrate successful partnership
Land bank, Campbell celebrate successful partnership
Kushner’s security clearance downgraded per Kelly policy
Kushner’s security clearance downgraded per Kelly policy
Poland students find common ground with kids in India
Poland students find common ground with kids in India
OSHP fires state trooper charged by feds with drug dealing
OSHP fires state trooper charged by feds with drug dealing
Vindy Poll Now | What's a suitable vehicle plan for a Youngstown mayor?
What's a suitable vehicle plan for a Youngstown mayor?
Prosecutor: Cellphone, speed led to fatal Tenn. school bus crash
Prosecutor: Cellphone, speed led to fatal Tenn. school bus crash
FLA. GUN BILL | UPDATE: Florida House committee approves new gun legislation
Florida House committee approves new gun legislation
Lewis Gilbert, director of 3 James Bond films, dies at 97
Lewis Gilbert, director of 3 James Bond films, dies at 97
Austintown schools schedule safety summit for March 12
Austintown schools schedule safety summit for March 12
Cavs ban fan who aimed racial taunts at Spurs' Mills
Cavs ban fan who aimed racial taunts at Spurs' Mills
Sex offender convicted of raping Ohio girl gets life in prison
Sex offender convicted of raping Ohio girl gets life in prison
Maple syrup production open house is Saturday in Salem
Maple syrup production open house is Saturday in Salem
Fox News wins appeals ruling over media monitoring company
Fox News wins appeals ruling over media monitoring company
Report: Anti-Semitic incidents soar by 57 percent in 2017
Report: Anti-Semitic incidents soar by 57 percent in 2017
Ford and Miami to form test bed for self-driving cars
Ford and Miami to form test bed for self-driving cars
Groups fear proposal may weaken Ohio River water protections
Groups fear proposal may weaken Ohio River water protections
Study: US inequality persists 50 years after landmark report
Study: US inequality persists 50 years after landmark report
Police search for escaped Pa. inmate suspected in armed robbery
Police search for escaped Pa. inmate suspected in armed robbery
Duke Energy, joint owners sell retired Ohio coal-fired plant
Duke Energy, joint owners sell retired Ohio coal-fired plant
Israel suspends plan to tax Jerusalem church properties
Israel suspends plan to tax Jerusalem church properties
Liberty school board hires township cop for school security
Liberty school board hires township cop for school security
Officers shoot, kill armed man who fired at Ohio trooper
Officers shoot, kill armed man who fired at Ohio trooper
Judge in opioid lawsuit talks wants DEA to share drug data
Judge in opioid lawsuit talks wants DEA to share drug data
Hope Hicks appears before House panel in Russia probe
Hope Hicks appears before House panel in Russia probe
Auditor documents Medicaid noncompliance, cites Youngstown company
Auditor documents Medicaid noncompliance, cites Youngstown company
No open house at Cardinal Mooney High School this week
No open house at Cardinal Mooney High School this week
Youngstown cops look for man who robbed North Side CVS
Youngstown cops look for man who robbed North Side CVS
State capital fund proposal contains $4M for YSU innovation center
State capital fund proposal contains $4M for YSU innovation center
Missouri House forms panel to investigate Gov. Greitens
Missouri House forms panel to investigate Gov. Greitens
Hillary Clinton to speak at Yale University’s Class Day
Hillary Clinton to speak at Yale University’s Class Day
Powell says outlook strong, signaling gradual rate hikes
Powell says outlook strong, signaling gradual rate hikes
US durable goods orders down 3.7 percent in January
US durable goods orders down 3.7 percent in January
Lordstown meeting addresses school safety in light of Florida shootings
Valley school districts are reacting to a flurry of threats with upped security measures, further investigation and safety training
Iconic acts are winding down
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons I think I jinxed myself when I told my wife that Neil Diamond was
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1246.67-0.03 Aqua America, .71
After Florida rampage, some owners destroy their guns
Associated Press ATLANTA One man in upstate New York sawed his AR-15 rifle into pieces and
Russian trolls knew targets well
Opinion: By Georgie Anne Geyer Andrews McMeel Syndication WASHINGTON How clever are these Russians! We
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Blake Shelton: Tonight on “Jimmy
Cosby’s daughter Ensa, 44, dies in Massachusetts
Cosby’s daughter Ensa, 44, dies in Massachusetts BOSTON Bill Cosby’s 44-year-old daughter Ensa
Warren Junior Women’s League hosts morning at the movies
Warren Junior Women’s League hosts morning at the movies
REUNIONS & class notes
Editor’s note: In the interest of better serving our readers, the Reunions column has been renamed
A 76-bed behavioral health hospital will open in Liberty
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com LIBERTY Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown, a new
Don’t overdose on B-6
Q. I believe my friend has carpal tunnel syndrome from doing repetitive work at his job. Is there
Ohio River flooding expected to persist through this week
By DAN SEWELL Associated Press CINCINNATI Forecasters expect flooding to persist through the
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 27
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 27, the 58th day of 2018. There are 307 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sensible gun laws won’t kill Second Amendment
Editorial: We fully support the Second Amendment but ... we also believe children have a right to go to
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman school board, 6:30 p.m., special meeting, superintendent’s office,
prep sports at a glance
GIRLS BASKETBALL MONDAY’S SUMMARIES TOURNAMENT DIVISION II HOWLAND 35, STRUTHERS 24
Trial underway in 2016 felonious-assault case
Man accused of beating a man in a Boardman store, leaving him in a coma
Back pain workshop
Back pain workshop CANFIELD The Center for Physical Health, 4137 Boardman Canfield Road, Suite
‘Red flag’ policy adopted in RI
Associated Press WARWICK, R.I. Rhode Island is the first state since a deadly school shooting
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Cristel Yost and Christopher Thompson, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 25.
METRO DIGEST | YSU sends alert after robbery at CVS drugstore on Park Ave.
YSU sends alert after robbery at CVS drugstore on Park Ave. YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State
Two Democrats filed as write-in candidates for Mahoning County auditor
One was already disqualified as a candidate
Trump: I’ll fight NRA
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Monday he’s willing to take on the
Volleyball course begins March 6
Volleyball course begins March 6 CHAMPION The Trumbull Career and Technical Center will be the
Man shot to death early Sunday in Warren has a history with guns
Man shot to death early Sunday in Warren has a history with guns
Americans: Congress is listening to the wrong people
Associated Press WASHINGTON Looking for common ground with your neighbor these days? Try
Howland woman charged with making false school-threats allegations
Howland woman charged with making false school-threats allegations
Thousands pay respects to Graham
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Thousands of people from all walks of life – including a former
Attorney: Deputy thought gunfire was from outside
Associated Press PARKLAND, FLA. The deputy sheriff assigned to guard the Florida high school
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course TODAY’S ENTRIES Post Time: 12:45 P.M. RACE 1 $9,500, 3 yo’s & up,
Divided Supreme Court spars over union fees
Associated Press WASHINGTON With one justice holding the decisive vote silent, a divided Supreme
METRO DIGEST|| Handcuffed man makes a lunge
Handcuffed man makes a lunge YOUNGSTOWN A handcuffed man tried to lunge with his mouth for a bag
Ohio candidates loosely sling insult of ‘career politician’
Associated Press COLUMBUS Career politician. It is one of the campaign attacks most familiar to
High court declines to decide fate of ‘Dreamers’ just yet
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the Trump administration’s
Monday, February 26 (129 stories)
2 lions from Mideast war zones reach South African refuge
Two lions rescued from neglected zoos in war zones in Iraq and Syria arrived in South Africa on Monday to live at a sanctuary with other animals that survived harsh conditions in captivity elsewhere in the world.
Early warning sign? More states consider animal abuser lists
Son of Sam, Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer and the Columbine High School shooters are among the infamous criminals who had a history of hurting animals before they went on to target humans, a tendency that’s part of what’s behind a movement to create public online registries of known animal abusers.
Provost says finances can’t be motivation for hiring more YSU faculty
What’s bad for students is good for YSU, provost says
Lordstown educators, police and parents look at security options
Lordstown educators, police and parents look at security options
Pa. sheriff accused of having officers work on re-election
Pa. sheriff accused of having officers work on re-election
Actress Stacey Dash files for California congressional race
Actress Stacey Dash files for California congressional race
Auto sales expected to drop in February
Auto analysts expect February sales to decline 4 percent year over year
Trump says he's willing to buck NRA; Congress not so sure
Trump says he's willing to buck NRA; Congress not so sure
Supreme Court declines to decide fate of ‘Dreamers’ just yet
Supreme Court declines to decide fate of ‘Dreamers’ just yet
Thousands pay their respects to the Rev. Billy Graham
Thousands pay their respects to the Rev. Billy Graham
West Side couple indicted in death of their child now in jail
West Side couple indicted in death of their child now in jail
Schiavoni bill allows guns to be removed from those at risk
Schiavoni bill allows guns to be removed from those at risk
Cell phones, other technologies make crime fighting easier, prosecutor says
Cell phones, other technologies make crime fighting easier, prosecutor says
Ohio authorities: Body of 6-year-old boy swept into creek found
Ohio authorities: Body of 6-year-old boy swept into creek found
School to close for church ceremony featuring AR-15 rifles
School to close for church ceremony featuring AR-15 rifles
Judge rules against ’Pharma Bro’ on investor losses
Judge rules against ’Pharma Bro’ on investor losses
Local chapter of Audubon Society meets Tuesday in Canfield library
Local chapter of Audubon Society meets Tuesday in Canfield library
Liberty seventh-grader investigated for posting gun picture
Liberty seventh-grader investigated for posting gun picture
Rich Center receives $500K grant from Youngstown Foundation
Rich Center for Autism receives $500,000 grant from Youngstown Foundation
Several officers, paramedics needed to restrain man
Several officers, paramedics needed to restrain man
Poland library closes on Feb. 27 for water repairs
The Poland library will be closed for the day on Feb. 27.
Police: Man wanted to have his coke and eat it, too
Police: Man wanted to have his coke and eat it, too
Man shot to death early Sunday in Warren has a history with guns
Man shot to death early Sunday in Warren has a history with guns
Woman faces charges after found passed out in vehicle
Woman faces charges after found passed out in vehicle
Man will be arraigned after chase that reached 90 mph
Man will be arraigned after chase that reached 90 mph
Grand jury declines to indict woman accused of rape
Grand jury declines to indict woman accused of rape
US new-home sales drop 7.8 percent in January to 593,000
US new-home sales drop 7.8 percent in January to 593,000
Some owners are destroying their guns after Florida shooting
Some owners are destroying their guns after Florida shooting
Coupons at counters help Second Harvest feed locals
Coupons at counters help Second Harvest feed locals
CBS launching a 24-hour streaming sports news network
CBS launching a 24-hour streaming sports news network
Supreme Court rejects administration appeal over immigration
Supreme Court rejects administration appeal over immigration
Pittsburgh teachers to strike this week if no deal reached
Pittsburgh teachers to strike this week if no deal reached
Plane passenger facing charges after he opens emergency exit
Plane passenger facing charges after he opens emergency exit
New York to remember 1993 World Trade Center bombing
New York to remember 1993 World Trade Center bombing
YSU sweeps Horizon League track tourney
The Penguins continued their tradition of elite performances
Black customers allege discrimination at Boardman restaurant
Boardman restaurant accused of discrimination
Residents are expressing concern over proposed injection wells
ODNR says it is still reviewing the three proposed injection wells in Brookfield
Black customers allege discrimination at Boardman restaurant
Boardman restaurant accused of discrimination
All we need is love
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons We live in a country where liberals are constantly working to
US lawmakers lack consensus to act on guns
Associated Press WASHINGTON After a 10-day break, members of Congress are returning to work
YAPA celebrates anniversary
Staff report BOARDMAN The Youngstown Alumnae Panhellenic Association is celebrating its 92nd
5 dead after tornado, flooding in US storms
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. The death toll rose to at least five Sunday after severe
Students return to school in Fla.
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. Students at a Florida high school where 17 of their classmates
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Board approves calendar revisions
Board approves calendar revisions AUSTINTOWN During a recent special board meeting, the
Political end to Olympics: N. Korea offers talks with US
Associated Press PYEONGCHANG, South Korea The overtly political 2018 Winter Olympics closed
What the battle of memos on FBI surveillance showed
Associated Press WASHINGTON In the battle of the classified memos in the House Intelligence
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 26
Today is Monday, Feb. 26, the 57th day of 2018. There are 308 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Village Council, 5 p.m., streets sidewalks public parks buildings grounds
LETTERS: Sen. Brown: Trump must act fast on steel dumping
Opinion: Sen Brown: Trump must act fast on steel dumping The Vindicator is exactly right – the Trump
prep sports at a glance
SCHEDULE TODAY GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION II At Austintown Fitch West Branch
Youngstown pastor traces ongoing path of civil-rights movement in United States
Youngstown pastor traces ongoing path of civil-rights movement in United States
WORLD DIGEST|| Average price of US gas falls 6 cents, to $2.59 a gallon
Average price of US gas falls 6 cents, to $2.59 a gallon CAMARILLO, Calif. The average price
The Oscars are six days away. Here is a peek behind the curtain of Hollywood’s big night that
The Oscars are six days away. Here is a peek behind the curtain of Hollywood’s big night that
The victim, Martell Williams, was shot multiple times in the chest and stomach
Staff report WARREN Warren police are investigating a possible homicide at the Stonegate
Flooding woes ebb in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Preparations by local and state officials ahead of heavy rains and
HEAP helps people keep the home fires burning
Editorial: In announcing his plan to eliminate funding for a federal program that helps people – especially
METRO DIGEST | Man wields knife inside Community Kitchen in Youngstown
Man wields knife at Youngstown’s Community Kitchen YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police charged a city
Sunday, February 25 (84 stories)
Pastor traces path of ongoing civil-rights movement
He spoke at a Black History Month event in Youngstown on Sunday night.
Technology rises as major crime-fighting tool in Valley
Technology rises as major crime-fighting tool in Valley
Congress reconvenes with guns at top of agenda
GOP opposition to proposals, including some from the president, may block any real action
Pyeongchang Olympics end as they started – mired in politics
Pyeongchang Olympics end as they started – mired in politics
Warren police investigating homicide at Stonegate Apartments
Warren police investigating homicide at Stonegate Apartments
SCHOOL THREATS | Crazy week of threats, arrests around Valley, Ohio
Here's an updated look at school threats in the Valley and state
Valley comedian brings smiles across the globe
Much like his magic tricks, there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to Eric Thompson.
YSU out-jumps expectations on first day of HL championships
With a few timely leaps, Youngstown State’s track team earned some unexpected points
Lease-To-Own Contracts Land Many in Anguish
When an East Side woman learned she could enter into a land contract – or a lease-to-own agreement – instead of renting, she thought it would leave more money in her pocket.
The great and the puzzling of Academy Awards fashion
By LEANNE ITALIE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK A radiant Grace Kelly glided from her seat,
A’town racino should beware
Opinion: Sandwiched between the headline-grabbing massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida
Is this the time for gun change?
Opinion: America – from lawmakers to police to citizens – had a cavalier attitude toward drunken driving.
With the Academy Awards just one week away, WalletHub.com has compiled some fun facts about the
With the Academy Awards just one week away, WalletHub.com has compiled some fun facts about the
Y’town mayor should nix purchase of a new vehicle
Editorial: At first glance, we were willing to support Youngstown Mayor Jamael Tito Brown’s decision to drive
For the Week of Sunday, February 25, 2018
US Bank National Association to 760 Mahoning LLC, N. Maryland, Youngstown, $6,000. RV Holdings
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REALTY Patrick Burgan and Sue Filipovich, co-owners and brokers of Burgan Real Estate, attended
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 25
Today is Sunday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2018. There are 309 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Emergency declaration over flooding
Associated Press COLUMBUS Concerns about continued flooding and forecasts of more rain have
Latest Mueller indictment spells trouble for bankers
Associated Press NEW YORK Recently filed federal charges against President Donald Trump’s ex-
You’re married, but your assets don’t have to be
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet People who aren’t rich or famous typically don’t have prenuptial
Obesity is a precursor to illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes
Delta Sigma Theta Youngstown Chapter symposium speaker gives advice on healthy living
Corruption probe clouds college basketball
There was little visible hangover from the latest developments in the federal investigation of corruption in college basketball
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Penguins concede six goals vs. Panthers
Pittsburgh, playing on the second night of back-to-back contests, rallied to erase a 5-3 deficit and still lost
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Feb.
Boardman swimmers place in Canton
Callen Aulizia understands the concept of setting the bar of expectations high in order to reach a goal
LETTERS: Restrict assault weapons for use only by military
Opinion: Restrict assault weapons for use only by military Per our president, Donald J. Trump, the
prep sports at a glance
GIRLS BASKETBALL DIVISION III South Range 48, Canton Central Catholic 44 BEAVER TOWNSHIP
Will Parkland shootings bring tangible reforms?
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. The progression has become numbingly repetitive – mass
Gun advocates feel betrayed by Trump’s talk of controls
Associated Press DENVER When President Donald Trump raised the idea of banning “bump stocks”
American Cancer Society to host Cattle Baron’s Ball
American Cancer Society to host Cattle Baron’s Ball
Billy Graham was neither a prophet nor a theologian
Opinion: WASHINGTON Asked in 1972 if he believed in miracles, Billy Graham answered: Yes, Jesus performed
WORLD DIGEST|| Governors skeptical of Congress, but welcome new gun debate
Governors skeptical of Congress, but welcome new gun debate WASHINGTON Governors assessing the
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Nicole and Seth Steiner, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 23. Jennifer and
From Dunkirk to Toronto
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK From the beaches of France where “Dunkirk” took
TRAVEL DIGEST|| Funk music museum celebrates grand opening
Funk music museum celebrates grand opening DAYTON A museum in Ohio dedicated to the funk music
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Sweetbriar Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. The program will be about Monarch butterflies.
Four robots that aim to teach your kids to code
By RYAN NAKASHIMA AP Technology Writer LAS VEGAS You’ve seen apps and toys that promise to
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Great Alone” by Kristin Hannah (St. Martin’s Press) 2. “The Woman in
American Cancer Society to host Cattle Baron’s Ball
Staff report POLAND The Lake Club, 1140 Paulin Road, will host the annual American Cancer
BOOKS DIGEST|| Finalists announced for Lukas Book Prize
Finalists announced for Lukas Book Prize NEW YORK Stories of immigrants, transient workers and
METRO DIGEST|| Sparkle customers can help feed hungry
Sparkle customers can help feed hungry YOUNGSTOWN Through March 31, customers of Sparkle Markets
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course SATURDAY”S RESULTS RACE 1 $10,300 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $4,000
NASCAR drivers slipping, sliding at Atlanta
Forecast prompts officials to start race an hour earlier
Admirers line streets to see Graham’s motorcade
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Admirers took photos on their phones, firetrucks parked on
Host family opportunities available through 4-H
Staff report Short-term host family opportunities are now available through 4-H. Families in
Friday threat says Mooney will be “shot up”
Police investigating social media threat against Mooney High School on Monday
Eating Tide Pods is a silly and dangerous internet challenge
YSU professor talks about a dangerous internet challenge
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown school board, 8 a.m., special meeting, board office, Dr. David Ritchie
BUSINESS DIGEST || America Makes
America Makes YOUNGSTOWN America Makes is collaborating with the Robert C. Byrd Institute to
Saturday, February 24 (95 stories)
Toyota, Hyundai recall roughly 110,000 vehicles
Toyota and Hyundai have recalled roughly a combined 110,000 trucks and sport utility vehicles, including the 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, and the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport.
Eating Tide Pods is a silly and dangerous internet challenge
Eating Tide Pods is a silly and dangerous internet challenge
Starting Lineup Barber & Beauty plans expansion
Shop is inside Realty Tower, 47 Federal Plaza Central
Police investigating social media threat against Mooney
Police investigating social media threat against Mooney
Kasich issues emergency declaration over Ohio flooding
Kasich issues emergency declaration over Ohio flooding
Scouts meet for for annual Whispering Pines Klondike Derby
Outdoor activities and scouting skills serve the boys for life
Congress releases redacted, declassified Democratic memo
Congress releases redacted, declassified Democratic memo
Pancakes at IHOP on Tuesday can help Akron Children's
Pancakes at IHOP on Tuesday can help Akron Children's
SCHOOL SHOOTING | NRA, Florida face backlash
NRA, Florida face backlash after latest school shooting
Warnings mark lead hazards in Warren, Youngstown homes
Warnings mark lead hazards in Warren, Youngstown homes
Protest planned next weekend over land contract costs
Protest planned next weekend over land contract costs
Scouts gather for annual Whispering Pines Klondike Derby
Scouts gather for annual Whispering Pines Klondike Derby
The language of ‘Black Panther’? It’s real
By CARA ANNA Associated Press JOHANNESBURG Much of what is seen in “Black Panther” is
Documentary uses rare footage to illuminate civil-rights leader The Malcolm X tapes
if you watch What: “The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X” When: 8 p.m. Monday Where: Smithsonian Channel
Casting for humorous series to shoot at Rogers flea market
Staff report ROGERS Shooting for a new reality show titled “Flea Market Fanatics” will begin
prep sports at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL Canton GlenOak 53, Cardinal Mooney 36 YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney trailed 15-10
TIES CUT
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Michael C. Clemente, former Struthers school board member, dies
Clemente also helped established the Struthers Rotary Club and was a founding member of the St. Nicholas chapter of the St. Vincent DePaul Society
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: Hockey action as the locals take on
OUTDORORS DIGEST|| Wild-game dinner
Wild-game dinner Ellsworth The Mahoning County Coon Hunters, 9680 Akron-Canfield Road, is having
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Govs. John Kasich, R-Ohio, and John
After school shooting, Florida leaders propose new gun laws
Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Florida’s governor announced plans Friday to put more armed
Experts urge intensive training for educators
Associated Press The idea of arming teachers to take out a shooter is alarming some law-
Canfield attorney accused of OVI, hit and run
Report: Atty. Damian Billak hit a car while intoxicated
As pressure mounts, more companies end ties with NRA
Associated Press NEW YORK Three more companies said Friday they had ended discount programs with
Fishing license is a good investment
One of the best $20 investments I made in 2017 expires next week, and I’ll gladly renew for another
Rev. Billy Graham earned title of ‘America’s pastor’SFlb
Editorial: From paupers to presidents, those inspired, enriched and transformed by the preachings of the Rev.
HORIZON LEAGUE INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS Schedule at WATTS, Youngstown State
TODAY 9 a.m. — Heptathlon (60-meter dash, long jump, shot put, high jump) 9:15 a.m. — Pentathlon
Voices of sorrow, of hope
Opinion: By Blair Bess Cagle Cartoons In the wake of last week’s mass shooting in Parkland, Fla., new
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 24
Today is Saturday, Feb. 24, the 55th day of 2018. There are 310 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
RELIGION DIGEST|| Accompanist needed
Accompanist needed HUBBARD Hubbard First Presbyterian Church, 22 Westview Ave., is in need of a
Cadle-Kakavros wedding planned for mid-July
austintown Lynette Cadle of Austintown is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Anne Marie
YSU basketball | Today’s games
WOMEN YSU (14-14, 10-7) vs. Cleveland State (19-9, 11-6) Where: Beeghly Center When: 4:15 p.m.
Airstrikes leave 32 dead in Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian government warplanes carried out a sixth day of airstrikes Friday
METRO DIGEST|| Felony drug charge
Felony drug charge YOUNGSTOWN A 33-year-old Greenville, Pa., man faces a felony charge of
The legacy of nature lover Rita Poe
I did not know Rita Poe, but after reading a June 2017 press release from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Fed expects economic gains to prompt rate hikes
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve says it expects that the ongoing strength of the
Selected local stocks
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Record Reviews
Vance Joy Album: “Nation of Two” Grade: A- If ukuleles make their way back onto the pop
Ex-Trump aide pleads guilty, will cooperate in Russia probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON A former senior adviser to President Donald Trump’s election
Age of Trump induces Reagan nostalgia for veteran journalist
Opinion: SIMI VALLEY, Calif. A Presidents Day weekend visit to the Ronald Reagan presidential library here
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course TODAY’S ENTRIES Post Time: 12:15 P.M. RACE 1 $10,300, 3 yo’s & up,
US tightens sanctions on N. Korean shipping
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration escalated pressure on North Korea on Friday
Friday, February 23 (140 stories)
Corey Linsley watches Spartans win
BOARDMAN Boardman was Little Wisconsin on Friday night. There was more yellow and green – the colors of the Green Bay Packers – in the stands than the traditional maroon and white. That’s because the Spartans were welcoming home Corey Linsley, a Boardman graduate and the starting center with the Packers.
Struthers students compete in flipping-bottle contest
STRUTHERS The Fellowship of Christian Athletes students at Struthers Middle School spent some time flipping bottles for sport. More than 100 students in fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth grade competed in a water bottle-flipping competition Friday.
Driver may face charges in deadly head-on accident
YOUNGSTOWN A 25-year-old Warren woman driving the wrong way on the state Route 711 connector northbound causing a head-on accident with a tractor-trailer leading to the death of her two young children and her brother, police said.
US deportations targeting more people with no crime records
US deportations targeting more people with no crime records
Caller told FBI Florida shooting suspect 'going to explode'
Caller told FBI Florida shooting suspect 'going to explode'
UPDATE | Ex-Trump aide pleads guilty, will cooperate in Russia probe
Ex-Trump aide pleads guilty, will cooperate in Russia probe
SCHOOL THREAT | McDonald schools report threat made by student
SCHOOL THREAT | McDonald schools report threat made by student
SCHOOL THREAT | Sebring student faces charges after threat
SCHOOL THREAT | Sebring student faces charges after threat
Summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown
Police say man, 20, threatened shooting at Ohio high school
A 20-year-old man accused of threatening a shooting at an Ohio high school has been charged with inducing panic and held on $50,000 bond.
Ohio high school, district close because of threats
An entire school district and a high school in central Ohio along with three Toledo schools are closed because of threats.
Fire officials will be recognized for swift response
Fire officials will be recognized for swift response
UPDATE | Police ID driver, victims of morning crash
One adult and two children were killed in the crash on 711 northbound near state Route 422
SCHOOL THREAT | Liberty student may face inducing panic charge
SCHOOL THREAT | Liberty student charged with inducing panic
SCHOOL THREAT | Austintown school placed on 'soft lockdown'
SCHOOL THREAT | Austintown school under 'soft lockdown'
SCHOOL THREAT | Boardman student faces inducing panic charges
SCHOOL THREAT | Boardman student faces inducing panic charges
Alabama court document: Online exhibitionist killed with bottle
Court document: Online exhibitionist killed with bottle
Calipari: Kentucky not tied with agent in college hoops corruption case
The Latest: Calipari says Kentucky not associated with agent
SCHOOL SHOOTING | Florida teachers return to their classrooms
After horrific shooting, teachers return to their classrooms
Ex-Trump campaign aide agrees to guilty plea in Russia probe
Ex-Trump campaign aide agrees to guilty plea in Russia probe
SCHOOL THREAT | Niles student charged in school threat
Niles student charged with inducing panic in school threat
Pa. man faces drug charges after city traffic stop
Pa. man faces drug charges after city traffic stop
Lordstown-built Cruze on display at Cleveland Auto Show
Lordstown-built Cruze on display at Cleveland Auto Show
Louisiana campus shooting invvolved non-students in fight
Shooting reported on Louisiana college campus; 2 injured
Hernandez’s fiancee sues to protect assets of home sale
Hernandez’s fiancee sues to protect assets of home sale
NBA sets up hotline to report misconduct, work concerns
NBA setting up hotline to report misconduct, work concerns
Missouri governor defiant after indictment linked to affair
Missouri governor defiant after indictment linked to affair
URGENT Shooting reported on Louisiana college campus; 2 injured
URGENT Shooting reported on Louisiana college campus; 2 injured
Carver American Legion post hosts Saturday flea market
Carver American Legion post hosts Saturday flea market
Superagers’ youthful brains offer clues to keeping sharp
It’s pretty extraordinary for people in their 80s and 90s to keep the same sharp memory as someone several decades younger, and now scientists are peeking into the brains of these “superagers” to uncover their secret.
Lady bulldogs edge Irish in OT
For both teams, it was four quarters of close, followed by four minutes of almost for Ursuline. That’s the summation of Thursday’s Division II sectional final as fourth-seeded Poland edged No. 5 Ursuline in overtime, 50-49, to advance to the Austintown Fitch district semifinals against top-seeded West Branch.
Quiz kids at Boardman High go for 57th win
BOARDMAN At a recent Boardman High School Quiz Bowl practice, team members buzzed in to answer questions of a dizzying variety. They answered questions about Martinique’s flag and June 2017 events in Venezuela.
Movie review: Bateman anchors lively ‘Game Night’
‘Game Night’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Credits: Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan
Couple indicted in drug death of daughter
Coroner’s report said 1-year-old died of “carfentanil toxicity”
Continued metal detector use in Youngstown City Schools
The sporadic use of metal detectors in Youngstown City Schools will continue as is, said CEO Krish Mohip
Film made in Valley to premiere at Encore
Staff report NILES “3, the Movie,” a feature-length film by Mahoning Valley filmmaker David
Dana concert band to premiere ‘Renaissance’
The Dana School of Music Concert Band and Percussion Ensemble will in concert.
County looks for tax bills with two weeks left to pay
State law requires counties to mail tax bills no fewer than 20 days before the deadline for payment
‘Annihilation’ is a trippy and frightful fantasia
‘Annihilation’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Credits: Directed by Alex Garland; cast includes
Hubbard students write letters supporting survivors in Fla.
“You stared fear right in the eye but continue to move forward,” reads a letter from a Hubbard student to a survivor of the school shooting in Fla.
SPORTS Digest|| Ursuline cancels tonight's game
Ursuline cancels tonight's game YOUNGSTOWN Tonight's Cleveland VASJ-Ursuline boys basketball
Today’s entertainment picks include:
Today’s entertainment picks include: v Luke Combs, 7:30 p.m.: Country singer is on the rise and
ALLIANCE Students tell police school shooting plot was a joke
Associated Press ALLIANCE Police have arrested five Ohio high-school students in a school
Compassion of the Valley shines in success of UW
Editorial: Three cheers are in order FOR the slew of individuals, companies, foundations, unions and other
Russia wasn’t the only bad actor in the 2016 presidential election
Opinion: The indictment of 13 Russians and three companies for allegedly creating a “sophisticated network
Several arrests made and illegal drugs confiscated
Staff report NEWTON FALLS Newton Falls police arrested several people on drug-related charges
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1248.010.46 Aqua America, .71
Covelli decries another lawsuit
A Virginia woman has filed a lawsuit against Covelli Enterprises Inc. of Warren saying the company violated the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Survivors of shooting endure new assault – from online trolls
Associated Press One student was teased about being a “brown, bald lesbian.” Another was the
Trump endorses tighter controls, armed teachers
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Thursday endorsed a higher minimum age
Racism creates chronic stress
Opinion: By Jessicah Pierre OtherWords At first glance, tennis star Serena Williams and the late activist
BUSINESS DIGEST || FirstEnergy losses
FirstEnergy losses AKRON FirstEnergy Corp. reported full-year 2017 GAAP losses of $1.7 billion
nhl roundup
nhl roundup Thursday’s games Flyers 2, Blue Jackets 1 PHILADELPHIA Nolan Patrick scored the
Mercy, Bon Secours intend to merge
The operator of three local hospitals intends to merge with another health system to create one of the largest health systems in the country.
Texas’ vow to streamline aid, Harvey recovery backfires
Associated Press BEAUMONT, TEXAS After Hurricane Harvey hammered Texas, Republican Gov. Greg
Spokesman: Graham planned own funeral
Associated Press MONTREAT, N.C. A family spokesman says the Rev. Billy Graham carefully planned
Ford: Lincoln chief will head operations in US
Associated Press DETROIT A veteran executive who has led Ford’s Lincoln luxury brand will now
Texas governor accepts board’s recommendation, spares inmate
Florida executes inmate; US Supreme Court denies late request in Alabama Associated Press
Ohio senator: Review medical-pot program
Associated Press COLUMBUS A state lawmaker moved Thursday to force a thorough review of Ohio’s
high schools
high schools BOYS BASKETBALL Niles 82, Liberty 81 LIBERTY TOWNSHIP Cyler Kane-Johnson hit
Haddish to host MTV Movie & TV Awards
Haddish to host MTV Movie & TV Awards LOS ANGELES Tiffany Haddish is set to host the 2018 MTV
mahoning county | Indictments
A county grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: Melvin Johnson III, Palmer
Trumbull board warns of deadly mixture of fentanyl and cocaine or methamphetamine
Trumbull board warns of deadly mixture of fentanyl and cocaine or methamphetamine
Long live the tomato from Jersey
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Food corporations and their academic cohorts keep trying to “make”
METRO Digest|| Threat at Struthers school investigated
Threat at Struthers school investigated STRUTHERS City police and middle-school administrators
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway
Teams compete in Jam Tournament at UPMC
The Jam Tournament at UPMC Lemeiux Center in Cranberry took place on Jan. 27 and 28 and two ADM blue
County enters contract to preserve court records
Nearly $440,900 contract will convert about 15 years of area court records to microfilm
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 23
Today is Friday, Feb. 23, the 54th day of 2018. There are 311 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Three inducted into Austintown Hall of Fame
To join the many faces hanging in the hall of fame at the Austintown Township Building, a person must demonstrate dedication to the community.
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Jennifer Backes, Daniel Pirigyi are engaged
Michael and Judith Backes of Hubbard and Victoria Pirigyi of Mineral Ridge are announcing the
Boardman police find fake crack in Market Street motel room
Woman found hiding between mattress and bed frame
Boardman schools invest in new projects
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Boardman Schools Fund for Educational Excellence provided
Marissa Carbon, Jonathan Pugh are engaged
CANFIELD Bob and Diane Carbon of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Marissa
Mary Jo Lukach | Kyle Rowan
BOARDMAN Mary Jo Lukach and Kyle Rowan of Howland exchanged vows July 22, 2017, at St. James
Jenna Buffa, Kevin Day plan fall wedding
Boardman Kevin and Joann Buffa of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Jenna
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Mooney gets new scoreboard technology
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Cardinal Mooney High School debuted the new Reese Family
Boardman Community Briefs
Lenten services for Lutheran Church There will be mid-week Lenten services offered a Bethel
Canfield Community Briefs
Donna’s Kitchen to be open on Fridays during Lent Donna’s Kitchen at the Fraternal Order of
Children show love for STEAM at library event
The Austintown library gave children a chance to use their knowledge for some creative activities at the library’s “I Love to STEAM“ program on Feb. 12.
Market Street hosts night of literacy
Market Street Elementary School invited parents and students to the school on the night of Feb. 8 to show the parents what their children learn in their language arts classes.
west blvd. honor roll-second grading period
GRADE 2 BUG CLUB Connor Buzzacco Joey Geras Tyler Humphrey Dominic Krut Collin Mertz
Short-term host family opportunities available
Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull County families will have the opportunity to welcome a young
Holy Family School has fun while helping
Holy Family School celebrated Catholic Schools Week on the week of Jan. 29 until Feb. 2 and Students Appreciation Day on Feb. 2.
Austintown Community Briefs
Austintown Schools announce calendar revisions During a special board meeting on Feb. 15, the
CHC kindergarten project aims to further student reading
The C.H. Campbell kindergarten team is seeking to purchase books for use in guided reading. Funding
Suzie’s Dogs and Drafts kicks off a Pay-it-Forward
Inspired by the life lived by a former colleague; Suzie’s Dogs & Drafts is hoping to pay tribute by
POLICE BLOTTER
Feb. 7 Arrest: A traffic stop in the 200 block of Boardman-Canfield Road resulted in the arrest of
Boardman Center Intermediate School Honor Roll - Second Grading Period
Grade 5 high honor roll Lillian Andrews Cassandra Austin Lainey Beadle Matthew Beichner
Top Flite gives away coats
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Top Flite Financial donated coats to Boardman elementary
Hilltop Elementary celebrates Valentine’s Day
Hilltop Elementary School students celebrated Valentine’s Day by passing out valentines to their classmates and playing games and making crafts during their annual classroom parties on Feb. 14.
stadium drive elementary school Honor Roll - Second Grading Period
Grade 2 high honor roll Kiley Anderson Jillian Bennett Jacey Bogerd Kaylee Bushling
Rivals come together to help St. Christine School
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com St. Christine School reopened on Jan. 25 with the help of
Canfield Presbyterian to host silent auction
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Presbyterian Church is hosting Celebration
Robotics teams get ready for competition
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown and Canfield High School robotics teams met
Canfield bands to host annual pasta dinner
The Canfield Band Parents, Inc. will be hosting their annual Pasta Dinner and Chinese Auction on
Children work on art skills at library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland library invited an artist to their meeting room
Poland Community Briefs
Donna’s Kitchen to be open on Fridays during Lent Donna’s Kitchen at the Fraternal Order of
Austintown Sports Briefs
Boys varsity basketball loses to Ursuline High School On Feb. 13, the Falcons lost to Ursuline
Advances in Austintown Food Service benefit students and cafeteria staff
Halfway through her first year as food service director, Alexis Weber already has much to celebrate.
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman Community Baseball registration announced Registration for Boardman Community Baseball
Wrestling team honored with traditional walk-through
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In keeping with the Canfield High School tradition to
Children hop into the world of Peter Rabbit at the library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com An event based on Beatrix Potter’s “The Tale of Peter Rabbit“
Thursday, February 22 (121 stories)
Trumbull African American Achievers ceremony is Saturday
WARREN This 33rd Trumbull County African American Achievers Association Hall of Fame induction ceremony is 6 p.m. Saturday at DiVieste’s Banqet Hall, 754 North River Road.
Boardman High Quiz Bowl team seeks 57th win Saturday
Boardman High Quiz Bowl team seeks 57th win Saturday
Grand jury indicts Missouri governor who admitted affair
Grand jury indicts Missouri governor who admitted affair
Hubbard students write letters to Fla. shooting survivors
Hubbard students write letters to Fla. shooting survivors
Covelli Enterprises sued; company calls suit 'frivolous'
Covelli Enterprises sued; company calls suit 'frivolous'
Vindy Poll Now | A week after Florida school shooting, what is most true to you?
One week after the Florida school shooting, what is most true to you?
Gun control bill OK'd by Oregon; 1st since Florida shooting
Gun control bill OK'd by Oregon; 1st since Florida shooting
Ohio school removes sports posters depicting body silhouettes
Ohio school removes sports posters depicting body silhouettes
Trump says raise age for buying assault rifles, defying NRA
Trump says raise age for buying assault rifles, defying NRA
New charges brought against ex-Trump campaign associates
New charges brought against ex-Trump campaign associates
GOP congressmen challenge new Pennsylvania district map
GOP congressmen challenge new Pennsylvania district map
FLORIDA | Officer never went in to confront gunman
Sheriff: School officer never went inside to confront gunman
NEO hip-hop concert at Powers on Saturday is canceled
NEO hip-hop concert at Powers on Saturday is canceled
Trumbull board warns of deadly mixture of fentanyl and cocaine or methamphetamine
Trumbull board warns of deadly mixture of fentanyl and cocaine or methamphetamine
Struthers Middle School, police investigate threat found in boys’ bathroom
Struthers Middle School, police investigate threat found in boys’ bathroom
Couple indicted in the July 24 death of a 1-year-old girl
Couple indicted in the July 24 death of a 1-year-old girl
Boardman police find “fake crack” in Market Street motel
Boardman police find “fake crack” in Market Street motel
Liberty Township Trustee Stoyak resigns as board chairwoman
Liberty Township Trustee Stoyak resigns as board chairwoman
State troopers respond to Beaver Township accident
State troopers respond to Beaver Township accident
SCHOOL SHOOTING | NRA-backed Rubio would support raising the age to buy rifles
NRA-backed Rubio would support raising the age to buy rifles
SCHOOL SHOOTING | Rubio on the defensive on gun control in town hall
Shooting town hall: Rubio on the defensive on gun control
Worries about US rate hikes return to stalk markets
Worries about US rate hikes return to stalk markets
Shelters open amid Midwest flooding as rivers keep rising
Shelters open amid Midwest flooding as rivers keep rising
Congressman Ryan leads venture capitalists on Rust Belt tour
Local businessmen hope to cultivate partnerships and spur investment in the area’s tech sector
Powerful voices, strong performances in ‘Caroline’
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In honor of Black History Month, The
Accolades pour in for Luke Combs
If You Go Who: Luke Combs, with Ashley McBryde When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Covelli Centre
Award-winning organist at Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Acclaimed organist Daryl Robinson will give a concert on April 8 at 4
Mayor’s incoming city vehicle will be paid in part by the general fund
The SUV ordered for the mayor was paid completely from water fund
Non-renewing a school for non-traditional students
A school for non-traditional students has been non-renewed by its sponsor organization
Eighth-grade orientation was Wednesday in Boardman
The students were urged to get involved in school activities when they get to high school
Second Mahoning County opioid summit draws large crowd
Community members come together to tackle opioid crisis
Hubbard family starts down long road to rebuilding
Two fires last year left Angie Vint without her husband, home
Kimerer, Boardman teammates hope to make splash at state
BOARDMAN — Boardman swimmer Kyle Kimerer is a little more relaxed heading into the state meet in Canton this weekend.
MEDALS COUNT
MEDALS COUNT At Pyeongchang, South Korea After 78 medal events NationGSBTot Norway1311933
Why not everything you hear about the flu is true
This year’s flu season caught public health officials off guard. They did not anticipate such
Playhouse to present ‘Moon Over Buffalo’
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. “Moon Over Buffalo” will open Friday at New Castle Playhouse, 202
Give house plants a shower
Give house plants a shower There is nothing like cleaning off the dust and dirt that collects on
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Austintown school board, 9 a.m., subcommittee meeting, central office, 700 Raccoon
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Annihilation (R) A biologist’s husband disappears. She puts her name forward for
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Sat: Steve
Vallourec reports income of $4.6B
Vallourec reports income of $4.6B YOUNGSTOWN France-based Vallourec, the parent company of local
Winter Olympics (8 p.m., NBC): Coverage continues from South Korea.
Winter Olympics (8 p.m., NBC): Coverage continues from South Korea. “Nashville” (9 p.m., CMT): The
OLYMPICS roundup
HOCKEY Czechs bounce USA in SO GANGNEUNG, South Korea Instead of waiting for his turn for
AROUND THE NHL
AROUND THE NHL Wednesday’s game Blackhawks 3, Senators 2, SO CHICAGO Nick Schmaltz scored
Former Chaney tennis coach to enter Ohio Hall of Fame
John “Jack” Wendle started the Chaney tennis programs and taught players from around the Valley the game.
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s prep results
GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION III Mineral Ridge 65, Girard 39 MINERAL RIDGE Alexa
Ford ousts top exec over inappropriate behavior
Associated Press DETROIT Ford Motor Co. has ousted one of its top executives over allegations of
China Tate leads Liberty over Heartland Christian
China Tate scored 22 points, including several steals for easy layups.
Maple Syrup 101
Maple Syrup 101 When: Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. What: Beginners and experienced producers
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Weinstein uses quotes from female celebrities as part of his defense LOS ANGELES
The geology history in Mill Creek Park
By Jim Thornton Ohio certified volunteer naturalist There are many geological wonders in the
Lichens cause no damage
Q. I have a large rock/stone in my yard and it is turning black. What could be causing this? Also,
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 22
Today is Thursday, Feb. 22, the 53rd day of 2018. There are 312 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
ACE negotiations may soon end
Youngstown State University’s Association of Classified Employees Union’s contract negotiations may come to an end in March
‘Maus’ comic creator to speak at university
‘Maus’ comic creator to speak at university KENT Art Spiegelman, creator of the groundbreaking
BLACK HISTORY | Scheduled events
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time
From tent revivals to the White House
Staff/wire report MONTREAT, N.C. As a young man, he practiced his sermons by preaching to the
Winning bid tossed in Pa. casino license auction
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Las Vegas Sands Corp. submitted the highest bid Wednesday in an
YSU Theater brings script to life
I first read the script for “Mr. Wheeler’s” three years ago, shortly after playwright Rob Zellers
Time to check the bulbs
Time to check the bulbs Most dahlia growers and others who store tender bulbs through our cold
Boardman police catch suspected drug dealer in the act
Boardman man arrested on drug-trafficking charge
Board keeps school shooting victims in thoughts
Austintown Board of Education members expressed condolences for the victims of the Feb. 14 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas School in Parkland, Fla.
Students across US walk out of class to protest
Associated Press In a wave of demonstrations reaching from Arizona to Maine, students at dozens of
Port authority helping YNDC acquire building on Glenwood Avenue
Port authority helping YNDC acquire building on Glenwood Avenue
Teens, parents discuss shootings with president
WASHINGTON Spilling out wrenching tales of lost lives and stolen security, students and parents
CNN debate Rubio on defensive during town hall
Associated Press SUNRISE, Fla. Republican Sen. Marco Rubio was put on the defensive Wednesday by
Schiavoni introduces bill to provide noncompetitive grants to school districts to increase or improve school safety measures
Police investigate social media post of a student in the Hubbard School District holding a gun
MS-13 sweeps shrouded in secrecy
Associated Press NEW YORK It was a tally so impressive that President Donald Trump touted it at
YPD two-officer patrol nets 85 doses of heroin and gun arrest
Both suspects caught in separate incidents
Police scrapping drug field tests over safety
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Police who find suspected drugs during a traffic stop or an arrest
Don’t hide mental illness
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords After every mass shooting, we repeat all of the same things.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Trump won’t blame Putin for Russia’s criminal action
Editorial: No important decisions are made in Russia without the blessing of President Vladimir Putin and
Extend the life of your old photos
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons For most of my adult life, I kicked myself because I had carried a
7th-grader who shot himself in school restroom dies
7th-grader who shot himself in school restroom dies MASSILLON, Ohio A seventh-grader who died a
Wednesday, February 21 (99 stories)
High school plays and musicals
Here’s a look at student productions that will be staged in the Mahoning Valley
Students shine at Joshua Dixon science fair
COLUMBIANA Joshua Dixon Elementary students showed off their science skills at the annual fourth-grade science fair. The Wednesday afternoon event had teachers and students discuss with parents how each student personalized steps to the scientific method for their respective projects.
Campbell officials crack down on water-bill delinquencies
Campbell officials crack down on water-bill delinquencies
Hubbard family begins trek from tragedy to rebuilding
Hubbard family begins trek from tragedy to rebuilding
Washington snipped here? College says it found prez’s hair
Tucked in the pages of a grimy, leather-bound almanac in the archives at New York’s Union College was a tiny envelope with the hand-scrawled words “Washington’s hair.”
Love on the rocks: Penguins celebrate Valentine’s Day
Penguins are looking for love with big red hearts at a San Francisco aquarium.
YSU contract negotiations with union may end in March
YSU contract negotiations with union may end in March
General fund will foot half the bill for Mayor Brown's vehicle
General fund will foot half the bill for Mayor Brown's vehicle
Ohio seventh-grader who shot himself in school bathroom dies
Ohio seventh-grader who shot himself in school bathroom dies
Trump Jr: 'Nonsense' that family's profiting from presidency
Trump Jr: 'Nonsense' that family's profiting from presidency
SCHOOL SHOOTINGS | Schiavoni introduces bill to increase or improve school safety measures
SCHOOL SHOOTINGS | Schiavoni introduces bill to increase or improve school safety measures
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
UPDATE | Evangelist Billy Graham has died at age 99
Spokesman: Evangelist Billy Graham has died at age 99
SHOOTING DEBATE | Florida shooting survivors meet lawmakers
SHOOTING DEBATE | Students who survived shooting talk activism
Owner of Sands Casino wins auction for Mercer County mini-casino
Owner of Sands Casino wins auction for 4th mini-casino
Life Skills Center of Youngstown charter school will close
Life Skills Center of Youngstown charter school will close
Classified union and YSU reach tentative agreement
Classified union and YSU reach tentative agreement
Hubbard officials react to student's social media post involving gun
Hubbard officials react to student's social media post involving gun
Drug trafficking parolee nabbed with lots of heroin, crack and cash
Drug trafficking parolee nabbed with lots of heroin, crack and cash
Ryan's venture capitalists tour launches here today
Ryan's venture capitalists tour launches here today
Local school leaders, law enforcement on alert regarding potential shooters
Local school leaders and law enforcement are on alert regarding other potential school shooters
MCCTC undergoes active shooter training
A day shy of a week after America’s deadliest school shooting in recent memory, career center staff participated in active shooter training
I miss playing MUD games
In the 1990s, I played an online, text-based, role-playing game called Infinity. The fantasy
Films, stamp celebrate life of children’s TV legend Fred Rogers
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK It’s been 50 years since Fred Rogers first
Niles Mayor names Telego to treasurer position
Appointment awaits approval by Democratic central committee By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com
Columbiana keeps Moschella as girls hoops coach
The district will monitor his actions on and off the court the rest of this year
Liberty officials get budgeting advice from state officials
Liberty Township has been in fiscal caution since 2011
Hearing scheduled on defense request to dismiss charges against Claudia Hoerig
Hoerig’s defense says the state waited too long to bring her to trial
Retailers sink on Walmart plunge, breaking stock streak
Associated Press The biggest drop in Walmart’s stock in 30 years and losses in other sectors
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO TODAY 7:10 a.m. (NBCSN) Winter Olympics: Hockey (quarterfinal), bobsled. 7:10 a.m.
Stuck in an opioids crisis, officials turn to acupuncture
Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. Marine veteran Jeff Harris was among the first to sign up
Damascus bombing kills more than 100
Associated Press BEIRUT Government forces bombed the northeastern suburbs of the Syrian capital
Food sales and dinners through Feb. 28
TODAY Canfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., will offer free Lenten breakfasts from 6:30 to
Trump submits plan to ban gun devices
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump signed a memo Tuesday directing the Justice
Campbell Class requests donations
Campbell Class requests donations CAMPBELL Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1958 will
Mojo's gets a standing ovation for its burger
For those about to rock..., we invite you to try a burger at Mojo’s, and we’ll salute you, too.
Florida survivors, lawmakers on collision course over guns
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. Students who survived the Florida school shooting began a
Cookbook Corner | “HEAVENLY DELIGHTS”
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
OLYMPICS roundup
HOCKEY Granato pleased with Zapolski’s efforts Tony Granato knew going into the Olympics that
Boost your breakfast with protein-packed recipes
Family Features Whether you’re a casual exerciser, a professional athlete or just looking for a
WORLD Digest|| Insiders: Russia troll farm even zanier than indictment says
Insiders: Russia troll farm even zanier than indictment says MOSCOW A Clinton-Obama sex tape
Sip your way to wellness
Family Features Stir up sippable, flavorful drinks and snacking soups for easy ways to add more
Trump plan: Less health insurance for lower premiums
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration Tuesday spelled out a plan to lower the
History conference
History conference YOUNGSTOWN The Valerie Waksmunski Starr History Across the Humanities
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 21
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 21, the 52nd day of 2018. There are 313 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The top five songs on the iTunes music chart for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes music chart for the most recent one-week sales period: v “God’s
Mahoning Valley Race Course
Tuesday’s results RACE 1 $16,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, MCL $10,000 1 Sir Stevieboy (Paucar, E.)
COLLEGE BASKETBALL
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tuesday’s games No. 16 Ohio State 79, Rutgers 52 COLUMBUS C.J. Jackson
Albertsons eyes Rite Aid deal in health care push
Associated Press The owner of Safeway and other grocery brands is buying the drugstore chain Rite
With elections near, US strains to curb Russia meddling
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Russians are going to try it again. Even President Donald
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Aaliyah Chilton and Brian Jackson, Youngstown, boy, Feb.
Engineer of the Year awards taking place Friday
Mahoning Valley Engineer of the Year Awards this Friday.
ODOT working “around the clock” on potholes
Crews deployed 22 tons of patch material Wednesday, ODOT spokesman says
PREP ROUNDUP | More high school results from Tuesday
BOYS BASKETBALL Valley Christian 53, Rootstown 43 ROOTSTOWN Milan Square netted 14 points for
Bond set at $2M for man charged in killing of girl
Associated Press AKRON Authorities say a man accused of fatally shooting a 4-year-old girl as
BUSINESS DIGEST || Spring STEM Expo
Spring STEM Expo YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s semiannual Spring 2018 STEM Expo is
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Austintown school board, 1 p.m. work session, central office, Dr. David Ritchie
Man gets 27 to life in brutal 2016 stabbing
A 28-year-old man who tied up and stabbed a man to death in his basement will spend at least 27 years in prison.
Dog day care business could be coming to Boardman
The location is the site of a closed Chinese buffet restaurant on Market Street
Student shoots self in restroom
Associated Press MASSILLON An Ohio seventh-grader who brought a gun to school and shot himself
METRO Digest|| Man hit by vehicle
Man hit by vehicle AUSTINTOWN A man was struck by a vehicle after a botched sale at a township
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ryan M. Freeland Sr., 42, of 117 N. Meridian Road,
Attacks on Trump resemble coup
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication Every place you look in Robert Mueller’s
Judge won’t stop execution of inmate claiming damaged veins
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. A federal judge ruled Tuesday that an Alabama inmate who has
Enlist in war on opiates; attend drug summit today
Editorial: The modest gains that have been made in battling the opiate epidemic strangling our community and
Politicize gun violence
Opinion: By Blair Bess Cagle Cartoons Now is the time to politicize gun violence. In the wake of the
SPORTS digest|| Elliott, Zallow named Runners of the Week
Elliott, Zallow named Runners of the Week YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State’s Chad Zallow and Jaliyah
Tuesday, February 20 (111 stories)
United Way 2017 campaign tops $3 million mark
The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley’s 2017 financial campaign topped the $3 million mark for the second straight year.
Youngstown schools CEO seeks to tighten visitor policy
Youngstown schools CEO seeks to tighten visitor policy
State auditor officials meet with Liberty trustees
State auditor officials meet with Liberty trustees
Help Network has meeting Thursday at Dorothy Day House
Help Network has meeting at Dorothy Day House
Louisville must vacate basketball title, NCAA denies appeal
Louisville must vacate basketball title, NCAA denies appeal
Oprah to donate $500,000 to students marching against gun violence
Oprah to donate $500,000 to students marching
Ohio teen convicted in brother's slaying after fight over candy
Ohio teen convicted in brother's slaying after fight over candy
2 Ohio state senators propose statewide ban on assault weapons
2 state senators propose statewide ban on assault weapons
More than 100 killed in Syria assault on Damascus suburb
More than 100 killed in Syria assault on Damascus suburb
Moschella remains coach of Columbiana girls hoops team
Moschella remains coach of Columbiana girls hoops team
Palestinian leader calls for peace conference by mid-2018
Palestinian leader calls for peace conference by mid-2018
'Black Panther' scores highest Monday ever with $40.2M
'Black Panther' scores highest Monday ever with $40.2M
Intoxicated uninvited man in apartment tells cops he just wants to sleep
Intoxicated uninvited man in apartment tells cops he just wants to sleep
Boardman police make arrest in dollar store robbery
Boardman police make arrest in dollar store robbery
Trumbull commissioners hire Matas as administrator
Trumbull commissioners hire Matas as administrator
Spring STEM Expo is Thursday in YSU Stambaugh Stadium
Spring STEM Expo is Thursday in YSU Stambaugh Stadium
Humanities conference Thursday and Friday at Center of Industry and Labor
Humanities conference Thursday and Friday at Center of Industry and Labor
Goodyear's Peterson named to YSU Board of Trustees
Goodyear's Peterson named to YSU Board of Trustees
Technology companies rally, offsetting a plunge in Walmart
Technology companies rally, offsetting a plunge in Walmart
UPDATE | Hoerig wants charges dismissed in death of her husband
Hoerig wants charges dismissed in death of her husband
Vindy Poll Now | What's your favorite part of the Olympics
Vindy Poll Now | What's your favorite part of the Olympics
Student apparently shoots self in Stark County school district
Student apparently shoots self in Stark County school district
MCCTC staff get shooting and trauma response training
MCCTC staff get shooting and trauma response training
SCHOOL SHOOTINGS | Students going to state capital to push for gun law changes
Students going to state capital to push for gun law changes
Historic building collapses, nearby businesses close
Historic building collapses, nearby businesses close
New indictment in continuing Russia election probe
New indictment in continuing Russia election probe
MLB imposes stricter mound limits, defers on pitch clocks
MLB imposes stricter mound limits, defers on pitch clocks
Police catch pair who fled after Monday night traffic stop
Police catch pair who fled after Monday night traffic stop
NWS issues flood warning for Eagle Creek through tonight
NWS issues flood warning for Eagle Creek through tonight
Fleeing car crashes into tree during police chase, killing 2
Fleeing car crashes into tree during police chase, killing 2
Grocery retailer Albertsons to buy drugstore chain Rite Aid
Grocery retailer Albertsons to buy drugstore chain Rite Aid
Prosecutor seeks no bond for suspect in 2 officers’ slayings
Prosecutor seeks no bond for suspect in 2 officers’ slayings
Home Depot 4Q profit rides strong home improvement market
Home Depot 4Q profit rides strong home improvement market
Tressel reflects on how timing paid off
For Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel, everything has been about timing. Maybe that’s why he was speaking to Curbstone Coaches on Presidents’ Day at Avion Banquet Center.
Middle schoolers do ‘Genius’ work at South Range
South Range Middle School is joining schools from six counties to compete in the Northeast Ohio Genius Project.
Cookies for conversation on race
TaRee Avery hopes her cookies promoting Black Panther, a record-breaking movie, can help maintain conversations focused on representation for people of color in mainstream media.
YSU’s Mikovich, UT’s Gabriel share advice to campers
College veterans shared insights at Ursuline camp for middle-school players
Brownlee piece tackles racial issues
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com PHILADELPHIA Opera singer and Youngstown native Lawrence
Shootings put pressure on Florida lawmakers
The deadly shooting at a Florida high school has put pressure on the state’s Republican-controlled Legislature to consider a sweeping package of gun-control laws in a state that has resisted restrictions on firearms for decades.
Frustration mounts with focus on mental health
By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer Frustration is mounting in the medical community as the
Kasich ‘evolves’ on gun control
Ohio’s lieutenant governor criticizes ‘knee-jerk reaction’ Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Robin Sanders and Robert Perry, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 17. Ryan
WORLD Digest|| Ohio communities dealing with flooding
Ohio communities dealing with flooding STEUBENVILLE Authorities say heavy rains have swollen
Big medical bill even with coverage A surprise no one wants
By TOM MURPHY AP HEALTH WRITER This winter’s nasty flu season may smack patients with a
MONDAY AROUND THE NHL
Bruins 2, Flames 1, OT CALGARY, ALBERTA Brad Marchand scored his 22nd goal 3:36 into overtime to
NYPD Special Victims hunting for rapist
Associated Press NEW YORK The 12-year-old girl was in her school uniform, wearing pigtails. She
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 20
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 20, the 51st day of 2018. There are 314 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Heartland Christian School to host open house Thursday
Heartland Christian School to host open house Thursday
Side effect of increased cholesterol
Q. I have been taking glucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulfate for knee joint pain. My
Trump revives push for limits on immigrants bringing family
Associated Press NEW YORK When the U.S. government approved Ricardo Magpantay, his wife and
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Jesse Jackson: LeBron’s ‘slam dunk for justice is needed’ CHICAGO The Rev. Jesse
Two Pa. students arrested for separate social media threats
Pennsylvania State Police investigating two school threats
Youngstown council will vote Wednesday to fund a downtown sewer line project
The project will take about six months to complete
Trump offers support for background checks
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. From the confines of his golf club, President Donald
Mahoning County Republican Party to conduct screening process for appeals court candidates
Governor will make the selection
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday ABC Water and Storm Water District trustees, 2 p.m., Boardman Township Government
METRO DIGEST|| Ryan to lead tour of venture capitalists
Ryan to lead tour of venture capitalists YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan will lead a delegation of
Mahoning County organizations host second Community Opioid Summit
Community Opioid Summit II scheduled for Wednesday
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Portugal. The Man: Tonight on
Statue toppling cases start with dismissals
Associated Press DURHAM, N.C. Problems identifying protesters on video hindered North Carolina
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Mill Creek Junior Baseball League — will be holding late signups for all boys
Grant received to support research
Grant received to support research YOUNGSTOWN Sight for All United, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School All Alumni Reunion will take place at 7 p.m. July 21 at Mr. Anthony’s
STILL NOT FREE
Inmate in landmark Supreme Court case denied parole Associated Press BATON ROUGE, La. A 71
South Range begins open enrollment
South Range begins open enrollment CANFIELD South Range Local School District is accepting open
Idaho senator faces complaint after online post
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho A Republican state senator who yelled at University of Idaho
Supreme Court to hear labor union case
Gorsuch holds deciding vote Associated Press WASHINGTON America’s union leaders are about to
MONDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 8 Kansas 104, Oklahoma 74 LAWRENCE, KAN. Devonte Graham had 23 points and seven
Niles needs a helping hand from office of state auditor
Editorial: Four months ago, we let it be known in this space that the light at the end of the city of Niles’
OLYMPICS roundup
SNOWBOARDING Canada’s Sharpe wins halfpipe gold PYEONGCHANG, South Korea Cassie Sharpe put on
A new face of hope
Opinion: By Kathryn Jean Lopez Andrews McMeel Syndication ROME I left the country the other day, and
SPORTS digest|| Phantoms' Prosvetov receives USHL honor
Phantoms’ Prosvetov receives USHL honor YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantom goaltender Ivan
Republican Party of yesteryear defined by thrift, good manners
Opinion: By David M. SHRIBMAN Andrews McMeel Syndication Gather round, gentle reader, and I will tell you
Monday, February 19 (100 stories)
South Range Middle School competes in Genius project.
South Range Middle School competes in Genius project.
Youngstown council to vote on downtown sewer line project
Youngstown council to vote on downtown sewer line project
N. Kentucky pulls away late, beats Youngstown St. 70-51
N. Kentucky pulls away late, beats Youngstown St. 70-51
2nd community opioid summit is Wednesday at Covelli Centre
2nd community opioid summit is Wednesday at Covelli Centre
March 2 is deadline for those seeking vacant appellate court post
March 2 is deadline for those seeking vacant appellate court post
ICE: Guatemalan worker in Salem illegally
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents claim he entered the country illegally.
Pennsylvania's new congressional map could boost Democrats
Pennsylvania's new congressional map could boost Democrats
Trump offers support for limited effort on background checks
Trump offers support for limited effort on background checks
Ohio casino commission imposes new rules on skill games
Ohio casino commission imposes new rules on skill games
Police say Ohio man dies after being punched on bar stage
Police say Ohio man dies after being punched on bar stage
Australian firm acquires The Mall at Robinson in Pittsburgh
Australian firm acquires The Mall at Robinson in Pittsburgh
Ohio police say pastor helps rob Sunday school teacher
Ohio police say pastor helps rob Sunday school teacher
Report: California pot growers struggling to obtain licenses
Report: California pot growers struggling to obtain licenses
Judge grants $300M loan for Puerto Rico power company
Judge grants $300M loan for Puerto Rico power company
Pennsylvania State Police investigate social media post by Mohawk student
Pennsylvania State Police investigate social media post by Mohawk student
Juvenile arrested in connection with Pa. school threat
Juvenile arrested in connection with Pa. school threat
Florida shooting suspect attends brief court hearing
Florida shooting suspect in brief court hearing
Missouri teen accused of threatening school shooting arrested
Teen accused of threatening school shooting arrested
Ex-workers at Russian ’troll factory’ trust US indictment
Ex-workers at Russian ’troll factory’ trust US indictment
Rhode Island GOP state senator charged with extorting sex
Rhode Island GOP state senator charged with extorting sex
Ohio GOP governor’s gun stance now seeks 'common sense'
Ohio GOP governor’s gun stance now seeks “common sense”
US postal worker found fatally shot in mail truck in Dallas
US postal worker found fatally shot in mail truck in Dallas
Doctors blast Trump’s mental illness focus to fight violence
Doctors blast Trump’s mental illness focus to fight violence
Ryan will lead delegation of venture capitalists on tour here
Ryan will lead delegation of venture capitalists on a tour here
Guatemalan man working in Salem in federal custody
Guatemalan man working in Salem in federal custody
Woman arrested for drugs faces new charges after fleeing hospital
Woman arrested for drugs faces new charges after fleeing hospital
Probation operations expand at Struthers Muny Court
Judge Leone is the brainchild behind the changes
Team LeBron wins NBA All-Star Game, 148-145
LeBron James made a go-ahead, finger-roll layup with 34.5 seconds left.
Prescription-overdose prevention program focuses on children, medical community
Prescription-overdose prevention program focuses on children, medical community
Struthers municipal court creates probation officer position, fund
Struthers court now has a formal probation officer
By George, America works
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons “What do you mean that America’s youth know little about George
Stoops brothers back home for Hall of Fame festivities
Bob and Mark Stoops also watched YSU practice Sunday.
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city and includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city and includes the
Chardon school administrators not held liable in school deaths
Associated Press CLEVELAND Five former administrators at a Northeast Ohio school district
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 72 in the final
Team LeBron wins NBA All-Star Game
LeBron James scored 29 points and hit the go-ahead layup with 34.5 seconds to play.
Great Lakes imperiled by shortsighted budget cuts
Editorial: Apparently the man who thinks he can make America great again can’t rise to the challenge of
5 dead in church shooting in Russia; police kill suspect
5 dead in church shooting in Russia; police kill suspect MAKHACHKALA, Russia A gunman opened
Area events, fundraisers for the week of Feb. 19
CLASSES Italian language classes, registration and first day, will begin Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.
Thiel College names new director of alumni relations
Thiel College names new director of alumni relations GREENVILLE, PA. Thiel College named 1983
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Latece Wright and Jamhal Simon, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 17. Robin
Penguins want to improve offensive line performance
The YSU offensive line allowed 36 sacks for 192 lost yards in 2017.
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 19
Today is Monday, Feb. 19, the 50th day of 2018. There are 315 days left in the year. This is
Cities pitch diversity to lure businesses
Associated Press Some cities and regions are highlighting racial diversity along with positive
Youth baseball team moves forward with AR-15 raffle
Associated Press NEOSHO, Mo. A Missouri youth baseball team is moving ahead with a raffle of an
Facebook to verify ads with postcards
Associated Press MENLO PARK, Calif. Facebook will soon rely on centuries-old technology to try
Shooting survivors lash out at Trump
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. Students who escaped the deadly school shooting in Florida
SUNDAY’s COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 22 Michigan 74, No. 8 Ohio State 62 ANN ARBOR, MICH. Jordan Poole scored 12 of his 15
ON THE LINKS | Sunday’s golf results
GENESIS OPEN LOS ANGELES Bubba Watson ended two years without winning with his third victory at
College: Lock of Washington’s hair found in old book in archives
Associated Press SCHENECTADY, N.Y. Tucked in the pages of a grimy, leather-bound almanac in the
2 men seriously hurt in crash in Salem Twp.
2 men seriously hurt in crash in Salem Twp. SALEM Three Columbiana city residents were injured,
COURT LISTINGS FOR TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTIES
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Elmer Rivera-Figueroa, 29, of 3371 Bellwick Road,
Indians manager glad to get back to baseball
Terry Francona seemed to exhale when the questions eventually turned to baseball.
OLYMPICS roundup
ICE DANCING American duo makes cut for South Korea Two Americans who are representing South
Risks of withdrawal
Iraqi victories remain fragile as US reduces troops Associated Press QAIM, Iraq From their
Dillon wins after Blaney falters in Daytona 500
The No. 3 is No. 1 again at Daytona, on a day, in a race and at a place forever linked with the great Dale Earnhardt.
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Columbiana County Educational Service Center, 4:30 p.m., board meeting, 38720
Tim Dahlberg: U.S. athletes struggling in South Korea
The biggest team in the Olympics — 241 athletes — has been a flop so far.
PRESIDENTS DAY CLOSINGS
PRESIDENTS DAY CLOSINGS A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses
Trump seeks to wipe out funds for home-heating aid
Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine The Trump administration is again calling for the complete
President rages against FBI
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. As the nation mourned, President Donald Trump kept
YSU BASKETBALL | Today’s games at glance
WOMEN Matchup: YSU (13-14, 9-7 Horizon League) vs. Northern Kentucky (8-18, 6-9). Where: BB&T
Iranian plane crashes
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran An Iranian airplane brought back into service only months ago
LA’s mayor could be presidential
Opinion: LOS ANGELES It was dicey being Jewish in a Russia that was tolerant of pogroms, and then came the
Sunday, February 18 (93 stories)
Vindy Poll Now | What to do about the latest school fatalities
Vindy Poll Now | What to do about the lastest school fatalities
2 seriously hurt in Columbiana County crash
A third occupant of the car, wearing a seat belt, suffered only minor injuries
Chardon school administrators not liable in shooting
A judge says they were unaware of the potential for a shooting at the high school six years ago that killed three
Trump seeks elimination of heating-aid program
The Low-Income Heating Assistance Energy Program helps about 6 million American households.
Body found burning in trash pile in Cleveland
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of death.
OLYMPICS UPDATE: US ranks 6th, tied with Austria, France, Japan
Americans have garnered 10 medals, five of them gold.
'Black Panther' soars to 5th-highest debut gross in history
Disney predicts a four-day holiday take of $218 million for the superhero movie
Trump vents against FBI, Obama administration
'They are laughing their asses off in Moscow' at US, the president tweeted
Salem medical helicopters called to crash
The crash took place on State Route 344 off of Old State Route 558.
Poland police probe student's social media post
Parents with students in the school district received a call Saturday alerting them to a social media post about which the district notified police.
Fitch girls win tournament opener
For just the second time in 10 years, the Austintown Fitch girls basketball team survived a tournament game.
Winter Wine Affair attendees offer praise for Ohio-made wines
Two sessions, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., featured dozens of wines available to taste and purchase.
Poland Village launches senior check-in program
Poland Village police will check on elderly and disabled residents
JA bowl-a-thon event marks 25th year for fundraiser Goodwill to spare
There was an abundance of balls and strikes Saturday afternoon, but there were no runs, no hits and no errors.
Kimerer, Boardman relays drive to state meet
Two Boardman relay teams placed second and qualified for state.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Ursuline 46, Cardinal Mooney 41 YOUNGSTOWN Deshawn Harris and RJ Clark put up
Sheely’s gives employees bonuses, works on expansion
The 140 Sheely’s Furniture and Appliance employees are key to the success of the business.
Shooting wraps on local filmmaker’s dark comedy
Local filmmaker John Chechitelli has wrapped shooting on his dark comedy “Worst. Christmas. Ever.”
Dads, daughters dance night away in Boardman
Darryl Alexander of Boardman and his daughter, Callie Alexander, 9, show their moves during the Daddy Daughter Dance at Boardman Park Saturday night.
Y'town woman sold at birth finds true family in Ireland
Kathleen Sullivan holds her granddaughter Arianna McKenney at a family gathering. Sullivan was taken from her mother in Ireland as a baby in the 1950s and sold to a family in Youngstown for $10,000. She plans soon to meet Irish relatives.
METRO DIGEST || Program on Pennsylvania woodpeckers
Join Brandon Cowie, Mercer County Conservation District environmental education coordinator and Outland Studios owner, for a cooperative program highlighting Pennsylvania woodpeckers from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Munnell Run Farm, 753 Greenville Road at the Pig Barn.
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue headlines of the
Tech firms race to smarten up thinking machines
By MATT O’BRIEN AP Technology Writer PROVIDENCE, R.I. Seven years ago, a computer beat two
Change won’t come from people in power
Opinion: My youngest son was not the first in his pack of friends to get his driver’s license. We were in
bowling scores
bowling scores amron lanes Amron Wednesday Seniors — Ralph Stellato 257-714, Mike Dorbish
Reddick wins closest NASCAR race in history
Tyler Reddick needed five overtimes, a brief red flag and the closest finish in NASCAR history to take Dale Earnhardt Jr. to victory lane.
By LIZ WESTON
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet Long ago, people were rewarded for saving. Banks contributed something
High school is offering a scholar-athlete award
STRUTHERS Struthers High School’s guidance department is announcing a new $8,000 scholarship that
Indictment: Social media firms got played by Russian agents
Associated Press Friday’s election-interference indictment brought by Robert Mueller, the U.S.
Now is time for Congress to address gun violence
Opinion: Now is time for Congress to address gun violence Every time there is a shooting in a school, a
Medical Alliance will host brunch and fashion show
Staff report BOARDMAN The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance will host its 14th annual
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Elks Lodge 305, 824 E. State St., Salem, noon to 5 p.m. MONDAY Cortland
YEARS AGO FOR FEBRUARY 18
Today is Sunday, Feb. 18, the 49th day of 2018. There are 316 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Coitsville Township trustees, 9:30 a.m., work session, town hall, 3711 McCartney
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. The speaker will be Sharon Letson from
League of Women Voters will meet
League of Women Voters will meet HOWLAND League of Women Voters of Trumbull County will meet at
Davis returns to Tribe with minor-league deal
The speedy outfielder hit one of the biggest home runs in team history.
What should favorite son do?
Opinion: The late Gov. James A. Rhodes, arguably one of the most talented politicians in the history of Ohio,
Y’town mayor must face reality of shrinking city
Editorial: During last year’s mayoral election in Youngstown, candidate Jamael Tito Brown seemed to be
BUSINESS DIGEST || Lattes & Legislators
Lattes & Legislators YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a “Lattes &
‘Mr. Wheeler’s’ strong ensemble excels at achieving cohesiveness
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown State University played host to the world
Suspect arrested in Akron in killing of 4-year-old girl
Associated Press AKRON Authorities say a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 4-year-old girl
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Scheduled events
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time
Intel underfoot
By IVAN MORENO Associated Press MILWAUKEE The next phase in data collection is right under
Like other school shootings, one in Florida not about guns
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons During the intense media coverage of Wednesday’s tragic events
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
METRO DIGEST || Fatal crash on Route 82
One person was killed in a one-vehicle rollover on state Route 82 near state Route 7.
Florida, angry and grieving, takes gun protest to streets
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. Thousands of angry students, parents and residents demanded
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
RANKED 2017 marks the 11th consecutive year the Flynn Auto Group, owned by David A. Flynn, ranked
PRESIDENTS DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed on Presidents Day,
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket Wells Fargo Bank NA v. Nora G. Devlin et al, foreclosure. Sam
Wean Foundation announces its grants
Staff report WARREN The Raymond John Wean Foundation recently awarded $105,736 to 27 resident-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greek Festival, noon to 10 p.m.: Take a drive to Campbell for some
MCCTC volunteers to equip cars for kids
Staff report Staff report CANFIELD Volunteers will help equip a fleet of cars for nine
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Great Alone” by Kristin Hannah (St. Martin’s Press) 2. “The Woman in
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman HOSPITAL Rachael and Larry Wichert, Sheffield Lake, boy, Feb. 16.
PGs Kidd, Nash are finalists for HOF
Point guards could run the show in the next Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class.
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 4611 East, Youngstown, will meet for an executive board meeting at 11 a.m. Wednesday at
Biden, in public and private, tiptoes toward a 2020 run
Biden, in public and private, tiptoes toward a 2020 run WASHINGTON Former Vice President Joe
Saturday, February 17 (92 stories)
Minnesota terror case shows challenge of predicting attacks
After Tnuza Jamal Hassan was stopped from flying to Afghanistan last September, she allegedly told FBI agents that she wanted to join al-Qaida and marry a fighter, and that she might even wear a suicide belt.
Film showcases historically black colleges and universities
Filmmaker Stanley Nelson knew he wanted to tell a story about the nation’s historically black colleges and universities — not just about individual HBCUs, many of which have their own celebrated histories, but about what they collectively have meant to black people.
Dads, daughters pack Lariccia center for 5th of 6 dances
For Joe Maderitz of late, two has been the operative number: He and a family member have been to two dances, he has spent the last two days in two states and is crazy about his two daughters.
1st of 2 JA bowl-a-thon fundraisers in Austintown today
There was an abundance of balls and strikes Saturday afternoon, but there were no runs, no hits and no errors.
How one Youngstown couple moved forward after losing daughter
Andrea Arnio was 35 weeks pregnant as she drove home on Shannon Road on Feb. 10, 2015.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Trumbull Dems pick challenger over incumbent Fuda for commissioner nod
A Hubbard councilwoman got the endorsement over the three-term incumbent
Poland social media post sends school into proactive action
Parents with students in the school district today received a call alerting them to a social media post about which the district notified police.
Benjamin's strong second quarter keeps YSU women within reach
Indiya Benjamin hit a buzzer beater at the end of the first quarter and the Penguins started to rally
Lipke, Spartans take care of Bears
Holden Lipke had a game-high 20 points and Che Trevena added 12 for Boardman.
Youngstown mayor getting new, city-owned vehicle
The money for the SUV is coming from the water fund.
Strong defense lifts Phantoms
Half of the Phantoms’ defense corps in Friday’s 2-1 win over the Waterloo Black Hawks are new to the team.
LaRosa moved to avoid son-in-law of murder victim Marie Belcastro
Jacob LaRosa now awaits sentencing this week in Mahoning County's jail.
Issues in Niles treasurer’s office concern commission
Quentin Potter, chairman of the city's financial oversight commission, said reconciliation is “a fundamental item” and places the city at risk of noncompliance with its fiscal-emergency recovery plan.
Last-place Detroit bests YSU
Through 11 games across five seasons and two head coaches, YSU still hasn’t figured out Detroit Mercy
Trumbull commissioners expect to name Mike Matas county administrator
Trumbull County commissioners have selected Lake County Budget Director Mike Matas to be Trumbull County administrator, a position that has been vacant since 2006.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Warren Harding 65, Ursuline 53 YOUNGSTOWN Warren Harding led 25-21 at halftime
Mahoning commissioners approve savings audit
A Columbus company will try to identify areas where the county can cut costs.
‘Black Panther’ moviegoers dress in traditional African garb Fashion statement
By JOHN CARUCCI and KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press The vibrant African fashion of “Black
Danny Lee Hill decision being appealed by Ohio AG
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has asked the 16 judges of the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals here to overturn the Feb. 2 ruling of a panel of three of those judges that overturned Danny Lee Hill’s death sentence.
Salem man threatens to beat up cop at Tinseltown
An off-duty police officer reported Jacob Cushman, 20, approached him in the restroom and “asked him to take a shot from a half-empty bottle of Blue Vodka,” which the officer declined.
Woman charged with drunken driving and child endangering in crash
Diane Rozier, 32, was charged with child endangering, drunken driving and other offenses after a two-vehicle crash with five children in her car.
Democratic auditor candidate disqualified from Mahoning County ballot
He failed to obtain enough valid signatures on his nominating petitions.
Youngstown mayor seeks applicants for jobs in his administration
The deadline to apply is next Friday.
Ybucks teaches Taft students civil, fiscal responsibility
Taft Elementary student Asia Stubbs, Ybucks banker, puts some Ybucks in an envelope for students’ earnings. Ybucks can now be put into savings or checking accounts to be used online.
EXTRAORDINARY INDICTMENT
EXTRAORDINARY INDICTMENT 13 Russians charged with meddling in 2016 presidential race Associated
It’s time to start putting out nest boxes
In about six weeks, cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees and bluebirds will begin collecting
fla. school shooting FBI says agents failed to explore tips on suspect
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. The FBI received a tip last month that the suspect in the
Sheriff didn’t pursue sex case against Texas church gunman
Associated Press HOUSTON Deputy sheriffs didn’t pursue a sexual assault investigation against
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Andre K. Burkley, 31, of 1119 Manchester Ave.,
Slain officers remembered as heroes who helped community
WESTERVILLE, Ohio Associated Press WESTERVILLE, Ohio Two veteran officers shot and killed
HAPPY 105th BIRTHDAY Sarah Dzur
HONOREE Residence: Ohio Living Park Vista of Youngstown; and formerly of Girard Date of birth:
I don’t love Valentine’s Day
Stressed? Overworked? Frazzled? Broke? Not to worry! We just celebrated Valentine’s Day, so you
Invasive species: Cause for concern?
Like water readily flows down and out to the lowest spots, wild flora and fauna spread with relative
Magazine obtains ex-playmate’s notes on alleged affair
Associated Press NEW YORK President Donald Trump had a nine-month extramarital affair with the
Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Noday celebrate 60th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Noday celebrate 60th anniversary
RECORD REVIEWS
‘BLACK PANTHER THE ALBUM’ Artists: Various, curated by Kendrick Lamar Grade: 3 stars (out of 4)
Today is Saturday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2018. There are 317 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2018. There are 317 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Porter’s accusers tell us all we need to know about this man
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication Unlike now-infamous White House aide Rob Porter, I
Trump offered 3 options on steel, aluminum
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON The Commerce Department is urging President Donald Trump to impose
Trump meets Fla. shooting victims, first responders
Associated Press POMPANO BEACH, Fla. President Donald Trump came face-to-face Friday with
Facebook moving forward with app for kids
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook is forging ahead with its messaging app for kids, despite
Help Network will host roundtable
Help Network will host roundtable youngstown Vince Brancaccio, CEO of Help Network of Northeast
OUT & ABOUT Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Lawyers file motion seeking release of Ohio serial killer
Associated Press TOLEDO Attorneys for a man who helped his brother murder three people in a
Kutsch, Canfield swim team soar at district
The Canfield boys swim team gets an explosive burst from its relay teams.
Kelly overhauls White House clearance procedure
Associated Press NEW YORK Under pressure over his handling of abuse allegations against a top
OUTDOOR DIGEST|| Archery, air-rifle event
Archery, air-rifle event Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Association, 1058 W. Third St., will
No-contest plea in crash that killed fire chief
No-contest plea in crash that killed fire chief ASHTABULA The woman charged with causing an
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Robin Stockslager, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 15. Anthony and Desiree
PRESIDENTS DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed on Presidents Day,
Biebs, LeBron headed for LA
The stars will be out in Los Angeles, on the basketball court and all around it.
A facility for the elderly coming to Liberty over the summer is expected to create about 250 jobs
Representatives from Shepherd of the Valley will have an open house to answer questions about the new campus on Thursday
Ethiopia declares state of emergency
Associated Press ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia Ethiopian officials have declared a state of emergency
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greek Festival, noon to 10 p.m.: Transport yourself to a sunny
Restored ‘Porgy and Bess’ gets test run
By JEFF KAROUB Associated Press ANN ARBOR, Mich. A restored edition of a pioneering, enduring
Trump should act swiftly to curb dumping of steel
Editorial: Many residents vividly recall President Donald J. Trump’s rally in Youngstown last summer at which
House GOP leaders struggle to push immigration bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON As badly as things have gone for immigration legislation in the
BUSINESS DIGEST || DoubleTree to have job fair
DoubleTree to have job fair YOUNGSTOWN The DoubleTree by Hilton, the new hotel opening in
YSU Women’s Basketball | Today’s game at a glance
Matchup: YSU (13-13, 9-6 Horizon League) vs. Green Bay (22-3, 12-2). Where: Beeghly Center,
Puerto Rico’s tragedy endures
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons After an absence of more than 50 years, I returned to Puerto Rico
Friday, February 16 (157 stories)
LaRosa moved to Youngstown out of respect for jail employee
Jacob LaRosa was transferred to the Mahoning County Adult Justice Center Wednesday to avoid any issues related to a custodian at the Trumbull County jail who is the son-in-law of LaRosa’s crime victim.
Taft Elementary's Ybucks program awards good character
If you’re seeking a few practical ideas regarding prudent money handling, but have no intention of consulting a financial planner, you might do well to seek Asia Stubbs’ advice.
Mahoning commissioners hire firm to help cut budget
Mahoning County commissioners hired a Columbus company to look for areas where the county can save money.
Niles unable to perform 'critical function' after employee moves
The city treasurer’s office, down to one employee in the wake of the resignation of Janet Rizer-Jones, is unable to fulfill its primary function – reconciling financial statements with bank records.
SCHOOL SHOOTING | Trump visits shooting victims in Florida hospital
Trump visits shooting victims in Florida hospital
Trumbull commissioners expect to name Matas county administrator
Trumbull commissioners expect to name Matas county administrator
Officials identify body found in concrete buried in Ohio backyard
Officials identify body found in concrete buried in Ohio backyard
Rhode Island GOP senator charged with video voyeurism, extortion
Rhode Island GOP senator charged with video voyeurism, extortion
Youngstown mayor seeks applicants for administration
Youngstown mayor seeks applicants for administration
Woman involved in Ron Russo death pleads no contest, found guilty
Woman involved in Ron Russo death pleads no contest, found guilty
Pa. couple pleads guilty in case of child abuse, starvation
Pa. couple pleads guilty in case of child abuse, starvation
New maps could improve Dems’ chances in Pennsylvania
New maps could improve Dems’ chances in Pennsylvania
Backers to rally for Ohio nuclear plant in danger of closing
Backers to rally for Ohio nuclear plant in danger of closing
Magazine obtains ex-playmate's account of Trump affair
Magazine obtains ex-playmate's account of Trump affair
Food box idea draws criticism from Democrats, advocates
Food box idea draws criticism from Democrats, advocates
Officers fill Ohio church, gym for funeral of slain officers
Officers fill Ohio church, gym for funeral of slain officers
Commerce Dept. backs tariffs on imported aluminum and steel
Commerce Dept. backs tariffs on imported aluminum and steel
Schiavoni outlines plan to prevent school shootings
Schiavoni outlines plan to prevent school shootings
Residents evacuated after gas well explodes in eastern Ohio
Residents evacuated after gas well explodes in eastern Ohio
Special counsel: 13 Russians charged in Mueller investigation
Special counsel: Russians did hack the 2016 election
SCHOOL SHOOTING | FBI admits it failed to investicate Cruz complaint
SCHOOL SHOOTING | FBI admits it failed to investicate Cruz complaint
Pentagon watchdog raises doubts about Afghan war progress
Pentagon watchdog raises doubts about Afghan war progress
Woman remains jailed on child endangerment, OVI charges
Woman remains jailed on child endangerment, OVI charges
'Black Panther' scores mighty $25.2 million Thursday debut
'Black Panther' scores mighty $25.2 million Thursday debut
Philadelphia DA files second lawsuit against opioid makers
Philadelphia DA files second lawsuit against opioid makers
Elections board removes Dem county auditor candidate
Elections board removes Dem county auditor candidate
Ohio’s 2 largest solar-array projects receive approval
Ohio’s 2 largest solar-array projects receive approval
Woman assaulted by two women at East Side apartment
Woman assaulted by two women at East Side apartment
Youngstown police investigating South Side home invasion
Youngstown police investigating South Side home invasion
Salem man faces charges after arrest at Boardman theater
Salem man faces charges after arrest at Boardman theater
Equipment issue sends Lordstown first-shift workers home
Equipment issue sends Lordstown first-shift workers home
Sheriff: Ohio prisoner died of asphyxiation in jail suicide
Sheriff: Ohio prisoner died of asphyxiation in jail suicide
Attorney files motion seeking release of Ohio serial killer
Attorney files motion seeking release of Ohio serial killer
Man tells police he was pistol whipped at North Side apartment
Man tells police he was pistol whipped at North Side apartment
Man reported missing suspect in Youngstown, Boardman robberies
Man reported missing suspect in Youngstown, Boardman robberies
Activists delay rebirth of Hawaii hotel with Elvis ties
Activists delay rebirth of Hawaii hotel with Elvis ties
Jury convicts Ohio man in beating death of toddler
Jury convicts Ohio man in beating death of toddler
Jimmy Kimmel squarely blames Trump, Congress for shooting
Jimmy Kimmel squarely blames Trump, Congress for shooting
Summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown
Dog food recalled, possibly tainted with euthanasia drug
The company is pulling back several varieties of wet canned Gravy Train, Kibble ’N Bits, Skippy and Ol’ Roy brands.
Board recommends indefinite suspension of Sciortino’s law license
It’s up to the Ohio Supreme Court to make a final decision.
Fitch swimmers Direnzo, Lawrence set for districts at CSU
Gia Direnzo and Jake Lawrence will travel to Cleveland State University with completely different mindsets.
Ursuline’s Curd loves defense, but is developing inside game
Anyah Curd has become the lead-by-example player on a team devoid of seniors.
Profits for Prayer Matters
The Prayer Matters cause in West Branch School District has raised more than $20,000.
Blaney wins Daytona qualifying race
Ryan Blaney went to victory lane after winning the first of two Thursday night qualifying races.
YPD: Mother/daughter set up home invasion, father/son participate
All five suspects are now in custody.
Second Harvest Food Bank kicks off Harvest for Hunger Campaign
The Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley kicked off its Harvest for Hunger campaign Thursday morning.
PREP ROUNDUP | Thursday’s high school results and upcoming schedule
BOYS BASKETBALL Liberty 52, Campbell 50 LIBERTY Elijah Matthews put back a Dra Rushton miss as
Stop-motion animator Nick Parks returns with ‘Early Man’ Going CAVEMAN
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES The kooky caveman characters that come to
A big appetite for Top Hat theater’s ‘Mangia’
Top Hat Productions’ new dinner-theater show is a hit – and it hasn’t even opened yet.
Grammys defends its record on women
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK After a few missteps, The Recording Academy is
NAACP reviews of Youngstown City Schools show overall improvement
“We are making a major switch in terms of how we evaluate progress,” he explained. “It’s better than waiting until the end of the year to see what is going on with our children’s academics.”
Judge grants early release to mom who taped son to chair
Judge ordered mental health treatment for Susan Malysa, and forbade contact with her children.
Austintown STEM kids visit Brilex
Austintown Middle School STEM students received a guided tour through Brilex Industries’ manufacturing floor Thursday morning.
Poland township and police chief put employment terms into writing
Poland township renews police chief’s employment.
Board recommends permanent disbarment for Atty. John Large
Board recommends permanent disbarment for Atty. John Large
Giffords, Kelly talk gun control in Youngstown
Retired NASA astronaut Mike Kelly, right, watches as his wife, former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, waves to the crowd at Youngstown State University’s Skeggs lecture Thursday night at Stambaugh Auditorium on Youngstown’s Nortth Side. Giffords, who has become a vocal gun-control advocate since surviving an assassination attempt, spoke just one day after 17 people were killed by a former student of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., north of Miami.
Canfield swim team competes at Poland Swimvitational
The 2018 Poland Swimvitational took place on Jan. 27 at the YSU Natatorium. The boys team won
Main library programs celebrate Black History Month
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Main library began Black History Month with a series
NO SCHOOL
NO SCHOOL Hot Dog, french fries, carrot dippers, fresh apples, milk Pizza Crunchers, baked
Congress guilty of inaction to stem the tide of killings
Editorial: More than 150,000 U.S. school students have endured a senseless shooting on their campuses since
McDonald’s to move cheeseburgers, chocolate milk off Happy Meal menu
Associated Press NEW YORK McDonald’s is taking cheeseburgers and chocolate milk off its Happy
BUSINESS DIGEST || Serenity Center event
Serenity Center event WARREN The Serenity Center recently hosted the Youngstown/Warren Regional
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: The local squad takes on Waterloo
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 16
Today is Friday, Feb. 16, the 47th day of 2018. There are 318 days left in the year. This is the
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food, 11 a.m. Saturday.
Civic League will host Mardi Gras Party
Civic League will host Mardi Gras Party GIRARD The Junior Civic League will host its 7th annual
Teams compete in Jam Tournament at UPMC
The Jam Tournament at UPMC Lemeiux Center in Cranberry took place on Jan. 27 and 28 and two ADM blue
Hilltop Elementary hosts glove drive
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School participated in a
Kristin Pettola, Robert Woolley plan fall wedding
Canfield Michael and Janice Pettola and Donald and Concetta Woolley, all of Canfield, are
Black History programs at library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Main library began Black History Month with a series of
Chili cook-off is spicy competition for second year
The Committee to Support Canfield Schools hosted its second annual Cardinal Chili Cook-off in the Canfield High School cafeteria on Feb. 9.
Austintown Community Briefs
Library closings announced The Austintown library will be closed from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on March
Police chief intervenes in South Side shooting
Chief Robin Lees helped keep a family away from a suspected gunman
Flu shot only 36% effective, making bad year even worse
Associated Press NEW YORK The flu vaccine is doing a poor job protecting older Americans and
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
The grand jury also indicted these people on these charges: Stephanie Stevens, 24, Winchester
Man indicted in murder; home invasion suspects indicted
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted an Outlook Avenue man
Tips are for the servers
Opinion: By Irene Tung and Te ≥filo Reyes OtherWords When we give someone a tip, we expect the money
Despite the 2017 debacle, Betras says endorsements here to stay
Opinion: In June of last year, Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras said: “I think the time
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1247.52-1.02 Aqua America, .71
Lawyer describes teen gunman as ‘broken human being’
Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. The teenager accused of using a semi-automatic rifle to kill 17
THURSDAY’s NBA GAMES
Nuggets 134, Bucks 123 MILWAUKEE Nikola Jokic had a triple-double wrapped up in the first half,
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate made five birdies during a
PRESIDENTS DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed on Presidents Day,
Salazar likely won’t be ready by opening day
Team officials said Thursday that Danny Salazar had inflammation in his right shoulder.
Shooting revives debate over gun age requirement
Associated Press Just months after his 18th birthday, Nikolas Cruz went to a Florida gun store to
Chiabertas celebrate 50th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Chiaberta of Hubbard, recently celebrated their 50th anniversary
Columbus man accused of raping and killing Warren woman could get death penalty
Columbus man accused of raping and killing Warren woman could get death penalty
CLUB CALENDAR
associations American Association of University Women Youngstown Branch is partnering during
Court got 1.17M war-crimes claims from Afghan victims
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Since the International Criminal Court began collecting
Penn State beats Ohio State men again
The Buckeyes’ only two Big Ten losses have come against the Nittany Lions.
Honoring police official
Honoring police official GIRARD Girard Police Chief John Norman and Warren Police Sgt. Manny
Aston-Reese produces again in Penguins’ victory
Zach Aston-Reese broke a third-period tie with a power-play goal.
MORE OLYMPIC RECAPS
WOMEN’S FREESTYLE SKIING Caldwell’s risks don’t come with rewards American freestyle skier
Canfield Community Briefs
Forever Young book club to host February meeting If you love reading YA books, join the Canfield
Young mother denied early release again in child-endangering case
Young mother denied early release again in child-endangering case
Macchios celebrate 50th anniversary
canfield Mr. and Mrs. John Macchio of Canfield recently celebrated their 50th anniversary with a
Black History Month programs at Main library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Main library began Black History Month with a series
Fitch students wear their Christmas spirit
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School celebrated Christmas with their
Senate rejects bills on immigration
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate left hundreds of thousands of “Dreamer” immigrants in
Shiffrin fourth in slalom after winning gold in giant
The U.S. skier threw up right before an early run.
Suit challenges ban on abortions due to Down
Associated Press COLUMBUS The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio filed a lawsuit Thursday
Union Elementary School hosts book fair
Union Elementary had a week dedicated for their Scholastic Book Fair from Jan. 29 until Feb. 2.
No one eats alone at AIS
Austintown Intermediate School participated in the national No One Eats Alone Day during lunch on Feb. 9.
First grade sings for the holidays
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The first-grade students at Austintown Elementary School sang
Spartans win Swim and Dive Championships
The Boardman swim and dive team captured first place in 20 out of 24 events, broke one school
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman Community Baseball registration announced Registration for Boardman Community Baseball
Poland Sports Briefs
Lady Bulldogs defeat Edgewood The girls varsity basketball team won against Edgewood with a score
Francesca Kosec | Matthew Schiavone
PITTSBURGH Francesca Kosec and Matthew Schiavone, both of Pittsburgh, were united in marriage
Distinguished Young Women scholarship program to be Feb. 25
The Distinguished Young Women of Ohio Scholarship Program take place on Feb. 25 in Mount Vernon.
Santa visits AES students
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Elementary School’s PTA invited Santa to visit the
Sportsmanship and creativity at Pinewood Derby
Cub Scout Pack 27 competed in their Pinewood Derby wooden car races at Boardman United Methodist Church on Feb. 3.
Poland Community Briefs
Historical Society to meet on Feb. 20 The Poland Historical Society will meet on Feb. 20 at 6:30
Additional certifications coming through MCCTC digital design and print program
Students in the digital design and print program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
Boardman Park announces disc golf course expansion and tournament
The Boardman Park has announced the expansion of its disc golf course to 18 holes. An additional
Main library celebrates Black History Month
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Main library began Black History Month with a series
Boardman bands meld holidays, pop and jazz music
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Boardman’s three jazz ensembles had their annual Holiday
Boardman Community Briefs
Public invited to Audubon Society program Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley invites the public to
Short-term host family opportunities available
Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull County families will have the opportunity to welcome a young
Teams compete in Jam Tournament at UPMC
The Jam Tournament at UPMC Lemeiux Center in Cranberry took place on Jan. 27 and 28 and two ADM blue
Thursday, February 15 (130 stories)
McGiffin leaving downtown Youngstown coordinator post
Michael McGiffin will step down as the city’s downtown events coordinator at the end of the month, in order to take a new job at Stambaugh Auditorium.
Disciplinary panel recommends Sciortino license be suspended
The Ohio Supreme Court’s Board of Professional Conduct is recommending the law license of former Mahoning County auditor Michael V. Sciortino be indefinitely suspended.
Second Harvest's annual food, funds drive kicked off tody
Last year, the event raised $232,783 and nearly 29,000 pounds of food were collected throughout the course of the campaign.
NAACP review of Y'town schools shows improvement
The NAACP Youngstown Branch gave a first look at its three-month reviews of Youngstown City Schools, which show overall improvement.
Treasurer office issues concern Niles financial commission
Treasurer office issues concern Niles financial commission
SCHOOL SHOOTING | Sheriff’s report: Suspect confessed to Florida school attack
Sheriff’s report: Suspect confessed to Florida school attack
Abortion-rights supporters fighting back this year
The initiatives unfolding this year aspire to at least raise the issue of reproductive rights even in conservative states that have passed the toughest anti-abortion laws.
Valley officers attend commander's services in Chicago
Valley officers attend commander's services in Chicago
House panel in Washington state OKs bump stock ban
House panel in Washington state OKs bump stock ban
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 18
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted 18 people, including an Outlook Avenue man accused of stabbing his girlfriend to death in Youngstown then driving to Niagara Falls, N.Y., with her body.
Mahoning grand jury indicts 4 in Austintown home invasion
Mahoning grand jury indicts 4 in Austintown home invasion
McGiffin stepping down as Youngstown downtown events coordinator
McGiffin stepping down as the city’s downtown events coordinator
UPDATE | City schools respond to two lockdowns
Lockdown over at Chaney High School but new issue arises at Choffin
Man arrested in robbery suspect in five other heists
Man arrested in robbery suspect in five other heists
Presidents' Day won't affect Youngstown garbage collection
Presidents' Day won't affect Youngstown garbage collection
McDonald's moves cheeseburgers off Happy Meal menu
McDonald's moves cheeseburgers off Happy Meal menu
Mahoning commissioners make attempt to save money on audit
Mahoning commissioners make attempt to save money on audit
Appeals court declares Trump travel ban unconstitutional
Appeals court declares Trump travel ban unconstitutional
Annual Harvest for Hunger food, donation drive begins
Annual Harvest for Hunger food, donation drive begins
Judge issues gag order in Claudia Hoerig murder case
Judge issues gag order in Claudia Hoerig murder case
American Shiffrin finally gets her gold on Olympics Day 6
American Shiffrin finally gets her gold on Olympics Day 6
Board recommends indefinite suspension of Sciortino law license
Board recommends indefinite suspension of Sciortino law license
SCHOOL SHOOTING | Trump blames failure to report student accused of killing 17
Trump blames failure to report student accused of killing 17
Family of man killed in police chase sues Cleveland officers involved
Family of man killed in police chase sues Cleveland officers involved
Man charged after 150-mph chase on Ohio interstate
Man charged after 150-mph chase on Ohio interstate
Police, including Chief Robin Lees, intervene in South Side shooting
Police intervene in South Side shooting
Doctor making Ohio governor bid hasn’t voted since 2012
Doctor making Ohio governor bid hasn’t voted since 2012
Judge grants release to mother who taped son to chair
Judge grants release to mom who taped son to chair
SCHOOL SHOOTING | Florida teen charged with 17 murder counts
Florida teen charged with 17 murder counts in school attack
Funeral details released for Ohio officers fatally shot
Funeral details released for Ohio officers fatally shot
Visiting judge rules to keep charges and evidence against Ralph Infante
Visiting Judge Patricia Cosgrove, a retired Summit County Common Pleas Court judge, warned defense attorney John Juhasz and attorneys from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office they must not further delay the trial date set for April 23.
Covington’s buzzer beater lift YSU over Oakland
Garrett Covington bailed out Youngstown State at both ends of the floor Wednesday night.
QB competition under way for Penguins
Nathan Mays and Montgomery VanGorder are teammates first and they are rooting for each other.
YPD helps cupid make special deliveries
Officers gave out candy and flowers to students at Chaney, East, Mooney and Ursuline, leaving a lot of smiles in their wake.
Moschella under fire from Columbiana senior’s parents
Not everyone is thrilled with the Mahoning Valley’s winningest basketball coach.
Deputy sheriff subject of sexual harassment lawsuit
Sheriff conducted investigation, disciplined deputy for inappropriate behavior
Creating calm in the classroom
“In my studio [classroom], I want to give students opportunities to look at things differently, more creatively,” explained Ragghanti-Crowe, Wilson intervention specialist. “And when they walk in here, this room calms them down.”
Wednesday’s High School Results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Ursuline 57, Boardman 43 BOARDMAN Dayshanette Harris led the Irish with 24 points.
Team Neo: Northeast Ohio manufacturing on rebound
The Quarterly Economic Indicator report released on Wednesday by Team Northeast Ohio, Team NEO, indicates the region is rebounding from the Great Recession of 2007.
‘Black Panther’ dazzles
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK The supposedly cosmically vast Marvel Cinematic
‘Caroline, or Change’ examines civil rights era from unique perspective
“Caroline, or Change” will gets its Mahoning Valley premiere when it opens Friday at the Youngstown Playhouse for a two-weekend run.
‘Mr. Wheeler’s’ to premiere at YSU Theater
Playwright Rob Zellers was looking for a place where he could capture the spirit and language of his hometown.
Niles schools: Get geese away from the high school
The school district will work with ODNR to scare the fowl away.
Annual Harvest for Hunger campaign begins Thursday
Last year, the campaign raised more than $230K and collected nearly 29,000 pounds of food
Accidental OD ruling in burned-out van case suprises Warren cops
Walker’s body was found July 24 in a burned-out minivan on a nearly abandoned part of Pershing Avenue Southwest, a few streets west of the former Warren Western Reserve High School.
Boardman township seeks replacement levy in primary election
Replacement levy would raise additional $1.5 million per year
Williamson students rewarded with Sweetheart Dance
Williamson Elementary students Melissa Colvin, left, and Myeisha McKnight dance together at the Wednesday afternoon Sweetheart Dance, which was for students on track with behavior and academics.
YSU WOMEN’s BASKETBALL | Tonight’s game
Matchup: YSU (12-13, 8-6 Horizon League) vs. Milwaukee (17-8, 8-5). Where: Beeghly Center,
Associated Press
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Ant lions worth cultivating
Q. What’s destroying my flower bed? Jennifer from Boardman A. One Monday morning in our clinic
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 15
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Agenda Friday
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Cut flowers & flowering plants
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NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Damian Knapp acoustic, 8 p.m. Barrel
Manager: Porn star can now tell her story
Associated Press NEW YORK Stormy Daniels, the porn star whom Donald Trump’s attorney
Learn gardening practices in new MetroParks course
By Mandy Smith Education manager, Mill Creek MetroParks Successful indoor gardening requires
OHIO GOVERNOR’S RACE Cordray accepts endorsement of 3rd ex-rival
Associated Press COLUMBUS A third Democrat left the Ohio governor’s race on Wednesday and
White apologizes after referring to allegations as ‘gossip’
Shaun White has apologized after dismissing the sexual misconduct allegations made against him in a 2016 lawsuit as “gossip.”
METRO DIGEST || Poland makes list
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NEWSMAKERS
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CD RATES
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Since when is President Trump so concerned about due process?
Opinion: Spare us, please, from listening to lectures about due process from President Donald Trump.
Trump’s budget is DOA, but it’s cause for concern
Editorial: If Donald Trump said it once he said it many, many times on the campaign trail in 2016: Medicare,
Aspirin is not a cure-all
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OLYMPICS ROUNDUP Day 6 events
HOCKEY Slovenia rallies to stun U.S. men in overtime GANGNEUNG, SOUTH KOREA Five practices
Valley celebrities will judge pizza challenge
Staff report LIBERTY Personalities from the sports, entertainment and education fields will
A walk in the woods
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Presidents day What’s open/closed
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Winter Olympics (8 p.m., NBC): Coverage continues from South Korea.
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Mahoning Democrats to endorse primary election candidates
Chairman had talked last year of eliminating endorsements
Birds in winter - Ever wonder how these creatures survive?
By Nancy D. BRUNDAGE Ohio certified volunteer naturalist In the winter, we wear hats, gloves and
Fresh honors for Kool songwriters
The Bells and two other members of their group will be inducted at a June 14 ceremony in New York.
Sprout Club
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Ex-Steelers OC excited about new start with Browns
Todd Haley’s dad played for the Steelers, so he grew up in a household where enemy lines were clearly defined.
Trump denounces domestic violence
Chief of staff’s future in doubt Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump at last
Senators reach immigration deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON A group of senators reached a bipartisan agreement Wednesday aimed
3 injured after vehicle tries to enter NSA site
Associated Press FORT MEADE, Md. An unauthorized vehicle tried to enter the secure campus of
Shooting survivor Giffords, coming to YSU, urges gun control
Shooting survivor Giffords, coming to YSU, urges gun control
Romney to announce bid for Utah Senate seat
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Mitt Romney is preparing to announce a bid for Utah’s Senate
Mahoning Valley Race Course | Wednesday’s Results
RACE 1 $18,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, CLM $10,000 6 That’s Exciting (Rodriguez, J.) $6.20 $2.80 $2.20
Pending housing sales up in January
January closed-housing sales dropped year over year across the Mahoning Valley, but pending sales increased.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Substance-abuse center opens
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Wednesday, February 14 (118 stories)
Cops deliver special Valentines to Chaney students
Usually, when several uniformed police officers are in one room, they turn heads — and not for a good reason. But Wednesday, they left a lot of smiles in their wake.
No more delays, judge rules in Infante corruption case
The visiting judge in the Ralph Infante public corruption trial has shut down every argument the former Niles mayor’s attorney has made for dismissing charges or suppressing evidence in the case.
Warren cops surprised by accidental ruling in Walker death
In a surprising twist, Michael C. Walker, one of 13 people who was thought to have been murdered in Warren in July 2017, has been ruled an accidental death.
Wilson Elementary classroom fosters calm, creativity
“In my studio [classroom] I want to give students opportunities to look at things differently, more creatively,” explained Ragghanti-Crowe, Wilson intervention specialist. “And when they walk in here this room calms them down.”
Shooting survivor Giffords, coming to YSU, urges gun control
Shooting survivor Giffords, coming to YSU, urges gun control
UPDATE | As many as 17 dead in Fla. school shooting, 16 more wounded
Authorities say the suspect is a former student.
Morse heats up in a tight game with Oakland
Cam Morse has 15 as the Penguins lead the Grizzlies at the half
Warren child mistakenly told to walk long way home from school
Warren child mistakenly told to walk long way home from school
Group ranks Poland Township as one of Ohio's safest communities
Group ranks Poland Township as one of Ohio's safest communities
Austintown school board has special meeting Thursday
Austintown school board has special meeting Thursday
Cafaro Co. announces changes, additions to Eastwood Complex
Cafaro Co. announces changes, additions to Eastwood Complex
President Trump: 'I'm opposed to domestic violence'
President Trump: 'I'm opposed to domestic violence'
Sexual harassment lawsuit filed against Mahoning County deputy
Sexual harassment lawsuit filed against Mahoning County deputy
Stocks climb as investors shake off inflation worries
Stocks climb as investors shake off inflation worries
Ohio city's ex-human resources director facing sex charges
Ohio city's ex-human resources director facing sex charges
Porn star who alleged Trump affair: I can now tell my story
Porn star who alleged Trump affair: I can now tell my story
Hubbard High School band to perform at Disney's Magic Kingdom
Hubbard High School band to perform at Disney's Magic Kingdom
Ohio court won't reopen case of convicted killer of 11
Ohio court won't reopen case of convicted killer of 11
Pa. police charge man with allegedly stealing cyanide
Pa. police charge man with allegedly stealing cyanide
Puerto Rico cancels $133M post-hurricane housing contract
Puerto Rico cancels $133M post-hurricane housing contract
'Tito' Francona, father of Indians manager Terry, dies.
'Tito' Francona, father of Indians manager Terry, dies.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
AP sources: Mitt Romney to launch Senate campaign Thursday
AP sources: Mitt Romney to launch Senate campaign Thursday
OSHP: Teenage driver killed in multiple-vehicle crash
OSHP: Teenage driver killed in multiple-vehicle crash
Girl, Planned Parenthood sticker stay at Catholic school
Girl, Planned Parenthood sticker stay at Catholic school
Mardi Gras marred as 3 killed, 5 wounded in New Orleans
Mardi Gras marred as 3 killed, 5 wounded in New Orleans
Judge: All evidence in Ralph Infante corruption trial stays
Judge: All evidence in Ralph Infante corruption trial stays
Man secretly indicted for 2017 murder is in custody
Man secretly indicted for 2017 murder is in custody
White apologizes for comments on sexual misconduct lawsuit
White apologizes for comments on sexual misconduct lawsuit
Ohio transit authority finds $7.9 million in surplus cash
Ohio transit authority finds $7.9 million in surplus cash
White House, FBI differ in accounts of investigation of aide
White House, FBI differ in accounts of investigation of aide
Suspect injured, SUV stopped after shooting at NSA gate
Suspect injured, SUV stopped after shooting at NSA gate
TeamNeo report: Northeast Ohio manufacturing is rebounding
TeamNeo report: Northeast Ohio manufacturing is rebounding
Warren police take man to hospital after attempted rape
Warren police take man to hospital after attempted rape
Trumbull judge resets hearing to board up man's house
Trumbull judge resets hearing to board up man's house
Niles teen pleads no contest to murdering elderly neighbor, to be sentenced in April
Judge W. Wyatt McKay and Assistant Prosecutor Chris Becker reached the same conclusion about the reasons Jacob LaRosa took a plea Tuesday instead of continuing to trial on charges that he killed his elderly neighbor: The jury pool scared him.
Youngstown looks to eliminate its general-fund deficit
With proposed cuts by the administration, the deficit is about $1 million.
Airport officials still working on getting new service
The aviation committee recommended submitting a letter of understanding to Elite Airways of Maine for service
Hubbard French Club's Mardi Gras event focuses on cultural significance
The Hubbard French Club learned how to swing dance and ate creole cuisine at the celebration in Brookfield.
LaBrae continues to pile up basketball victories
Vikings’ last loss in regular season was on Feb. 2, 2016
Talk about schools was not public meeting
A Youngstown school board member called a private meeting at East High that took place on Feb. 9 an ‘egregious act’
Oscar nominee Daniel Kaluuya of ‘Black Panther’ is suddenly everywhere Breakthrough year
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. One year ago, most audiences didn’t know
JEDD agreement approaching, officials say
Officials from Canfield city and township governments said progress is being made on a proposed joint economic development district.
Central figure in Hamad trial, Bryce Hendrickson died of drug overdose, coroner rules
Central figure in Hamad trial, Bryce Hendrickson died of drug overdose, coroner rules
South Side Academy carnival raises money for patients
Zhraiah Chehan, 8, fires a dart toward a target during the Pennies for Patients Carnival Tuesday at South Side Academy in Youngstown. Proceeds from the after-school carnival and other fundraising events at the school in January and February will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Social media connects fans of teams
Shelby Kelly lives in Texas and she’s an integral part of the Dallas Cowboys organization. She has
Recipe Corner: MAHONING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S “RECIPES OF YOUNGSTOWN-VOLUME 2
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Judge orders DACA program to continue
Associated Press NEW YORK President Donald Trump’s administration didn’t offer “legally
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce and food
‘Nunes memo’ shows weakness of much-heralded Russia probe; allegations of collusion baseless
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication If you’ve been watching MSNBC and, consequently, have
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Budget sheds light on plans for welfare reform
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OLYMPICS ROUNDUP Day 5 updates
skiing Women’s slalom postponed PYEONGCHANG, South Korea The start of Mikaela Shiffrin’s bid
Trump ‘considering all options’ on steel, aluminum imports
Associated Press WASHINGTON Weighing trade sanctions, President Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s
Second Harvest needs your help to ease Valley hunger
Editorial: If you were thinking THE effects of an improving national economy have trickled down to ease
The top five albums on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five albums on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period: v “Man of the
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 14
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Host a hot-pot party
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TOM PURCELL | Let’s relearn the art of romance
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Spending plan would gut climate science programs
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration is targeting federal funding for studying
Israeli police: Indict prime minister
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israeli police on Tuesday recommended that Benjamin Netanyahu be
Powerball winner who demands anonymity to get money
Associated Press NASHUA, N.H. A New Hampshire woman who won a $559.7 million Powerball jackpot
GM to close plant in South Korea
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea General Motors said Tuesday it will close an underutilized
President prods Congress amid immigration debate
Associated Press WASHINGTON A high-stakes Senate debate over immigration got off to a halting
BUSINESS DIGEST || Dearing acquires Kruman Equipment
Dearing acquires Kruman Equipment BOARDMAN Dearing Compressor & Pump Co., the second-oldest
Report: US strike kills Russian military contractors in Syria
Associated Press MOSCOW An unknown number of private Russian military contractors were killed by
FBI contradicts White House on probe of Porter
Associated Press WASHINGTON Contradicting the White House, the FBI said Tuesday it gave the
Mattel doubles down on Uno game
Associated Press NEW YORK What’s next for Uno? Dos, of course. Mattel is launching the new
METRO DIGEST || Best of Breed at dog show
Best of Breed at dog show VIENNA Sue Davis of Vienna and her curly-coated retriever, Flash, won
Simple seafood solutions for lent
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Sweet ways to plan your next gathering
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Mom charged after children 2, 4 and 8 found wandering down the street in winter coats and hats
Mom charged after children 2, 4 and 8 found wandering down the street in winter coats and hats
SPORTS digest Zallow, Corbett win HL Athletes of the Week
Zallow, Corbett win HL Athletes of the Week Youngstown State track and field athletes Chad Zallow
YSU BASKETBALL | Tonight’s men’s game at a glance
YSU (7-20/5-9) vs. Oakland (16-10/8-5) at Beeghly Center Tip-off — 7 p.m. YSU probable starters
Mari Alschuler brought community members to YSU for a reading of some of her latest work
YSU social work associate professor read passages from recently published short stories
Agenda Thursday
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LeBron, new-look Cavs blow out Thunder
LeBron James and his new teammates are playing like old buddies
METRO DIGEST || Priests are removed
Priests are removed HERMITAGE, PA. A priest from Kennedy Catholic High School here and another
Tuesday, February 13 (122 stories)
Man dies in crash that sliced vehicle on West Side
A single-car crash at about 8 p.m. Tuesday on South Schenley Avenue near Oran Drive on the city's West Side left the male driver dead and the car in three pieces after jumping the curb at Oran and hitting three trees.
Airport panel recommends request for service to Elite Airways
Outside the closed-door executive session where Western Reserve Port Authority officials discussed airport issues Tuesday, the airport terminal was empty.
Hubbard students learn significance of Mardi Gras
Hubbard High School French teacher Jenna Evans wanted to teach students the cultural significance of Mardi Gras, beyond what most people perceive as a holiday that gives them a reason to eat, drink and earn colorful beads.
Shaun White takes gold with epic run, bringing American Winter gold to 100
Shaun White put together an epic final run to claim his third gold medal in Olympic men’s halfpipe, slicing through the gray South Korean sky on Wednesday to post a score of 97.75 for the 100th overall gold by the United States in the Winter Games.
Priests from Kennedy Catholic, Cambridge Springs removed after alleged misconduct
The move came today after diocesan investigations into alleged misconduct, Erie Catholic Bishop Lawrence Persico told the Erie Times-News.
Remains found identified as West Side woman
Police on Tuesday identified a set of partial remains found last month on the North Side as a missing South Osborn Avenue woman.
School board members blast Feb. 9 'private meeting'
A Youngstown Board of Education member called a Feb. 9 private meeting at East High “an egregious act.”
Family who buried wrong man sues California county
Relatives who thought they had buried their loved one only to find out he was alive 11 days after his funeral sued a California county Tuesday.
JEDD agreement approaching, Canfield and township officials say
JEDD agreement approaching, Canfield and township officials say
UPDATE : Youngstown council works on deficit reduction plan
Youngstown council works on deficit reduction plan
Boardman police: Man in Spider-Man mask attempts robbery
Boardman police: Man in Spiderman mask attempts robbery
Dem Pillich to leave governor's race, back Cordray
Dem Pillich to leave governor's race, back Cordray
LeBron James to produce new 'House Party' movie
The Cavaliers star and business partner Maverick Carter are producing a new version of "House Party," the comedy featuring hip-hop duo Kid 'N Play that debuted in 1990.
French trial on sex with 11-year-old fuels debate on consent
French trial on sex with 11-year-old fuels debate on consent
Trump announces Pittsburgh-area campaign rally on Feb. 21
Trump announces Pittsburgh-area campaign rally on Feb. 21
Sex offender convicted in rape, murder of 14-year-old Ohio girl
Sex offender convicted in rape, murder of 14-year-old Ohio girl
Gates turns attention toward poverty, growing inequity in US
Gates turns attention toward poverty, growing inequity in US
Haiti leader: UK aid workers violated 'basic human decency'
Haiti leader: UK aid workers violated 'basic human decency'
Reports: Police recommend indictments of Netanyahu
Reports: Police recommend indictments of Netanyahu
Reports: Russian contractors killed by US strike in Syria
Reports: Russian contractors killed by US strike in Syria
South Africa's ruling party finally turns against Zuma
South Africa's ruling party finally turns against Zuma
FBI says information on Trump aide sent to WH last year
FBI says information on Trump aide sent to WH last year
Black model covers Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue
Black model covers Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue
Ohio man convicted in killings could be released from prison
Ohio man convicted in killings could be released from prison
UK: White powder in package sent to Parliament not harmful
UK: White powder in package sent to Parliament not harmful
Remains found on North Side ID'ed as missing woman
Remains found on North Side ID'ed as missing woman
LAROSA TRIAL | Jacob LaRosa pleads no contest, sentenced in April
LAROSA TRIAL | Jacob LaRosa pleads no contest, sentenced in April
Youngstown man faces drugs charges after arrest in Boardman
Youngstown man faces drugs charges after arrest in Boardman
UK judge upholds arrest warrant for WikiLeaks founder
UK judge upholds arrest warrant for WikiLeaks founder
Columbiana County magistrate announces appellate court candidacy
Columbiana County magistrate announces appellate court candidacy
Students visit rival Ohio meet after racist chants
Students visit rival Ohio meet after racist chants
Ohio officer jailed for lie about being shot during traffic stop
Ohio officer jailed for lie about being shot during traffic stop
Trump warns of ’last chance’ to pass immigration deal
Trump warns of ’last chance’ to pass immigration deal
Man charged with break-ins during funerals held on $25K bail
Man charged with break-ins during funerals held on $25K bail
Russia: Plane crash caused by pilots’ error on speed data
Russia: Plane crash caused by pilots’ error on speed data
Amerisource shares jump on Walgreens buyout report
Amerisource shares jump on Walgreens buyout report
Firefighters respond to calls at Delphi, McDonald's
Firefighters respond to calls at Delphi, McDonalds
2018 OLYMPICS | Kim wins 1st gold; Hirscher breaks through
Kim dominates for 1st Olympic gold, Hirscher breaks through
GM to close auto plant in South Korea in restructuring
GM to close auto plant in South Korea in restructuring
Jury selection in LaRosa aggravated murder case complicated by news coverage
Jury selection in LaRosa aggravated murder case complicated by news coverage
YSU duo earn Horizon League honors
Youngstown State’s Chelsea Olson seems to have a lock on Horizon League Freshman of the Week honors.
‘Grandpa’ Johnson determined to win 8th NASCAR championship
Jimmie Johnson has never hitched a ride for an afternoon on a champion’s float that snakes down closed city streets.
What to do on Valentine's Day?
Instead of dinner and a movie, there are some alternative local options to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day
Polar Pyeongchang: Cold, wind make for brutal conditions, delays
The Winter Olympics are supposed to be cold, of course. Just maybe not THIS cold.
Trump remains tweetless on Olympics
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has a tweet for just about everything, but
Judge swears in new MetroParks board member
MetroParks board approves new trust agreement for foundation
YSU sports teams keep Parks busy
YSU SID Trevor Parks spoke at the Curbstone Coaches’ luncheon on Monday.
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 13
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 13, the 44th day of 2018. There are 321 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1956 will host its first monthly breakfast at 9 a.m. Thursday at Denny’s
MONDAY’s NHL GAMES
Maple Leafs 4, Lightning 3 TORONTO William Nylander had two goals and an assist, helping the
Captain fired over posts files lawsuit
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former emergency medical services captain fired for Facebook posts
After S. Korea visit Pence says ‘no daylight’ on North
Associated Press ABOARD AIR FORCE TWO Vice President Mike Pence’s efforts to keep North Korea
Monday’s college basketball games
MEN No. 14 North Carolina 83, Notre Dame 66 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Theo Pinson scored 14 of his 16
Trustees continue to make case for police levy
Proposed police levy of 2.4 mills, with an increase of 0.8 mills, for police officer salaries and maintaining vehicles, equipment and communications
Help Network of Northeast Ohio launches awareness campaign
The TV public service amounts will target suburban areas in Mahoning and Columbiana counties
Prison reform needed
Opinion: It didn’t seem to fit in President Trump’s State of the Union address, perhaps something tossed in
Senate leaders: time for immigration deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate’s two top leaders put on a show of comradery Monday as
Selected local stocks
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columbus officers killed Man charged with providing gun used in slaying
Associated Press COLUMBUS A man was charged Monday with providing the gun used to kill two Ohio
Intelligent alignment in baseball
Opinion: WASHINGTON Even if, inexplicably, you occasionally think about things other than Major League
Album releases in coming weeks include:
Album releases in coming weeks include: v Brandi Carlile: “By the Way, I Forgive You,” Friday v
Remington to operate while seeking Chapter 11 protection
Associated Press MADISON, N.C. Remington, the gun maker beset by falling sales and lawsuits tied
Trump's infrastructure plan called "a looney idea"
The infrastructure plan outlined by President Donald Trump called “a looney idea” with “zero chance of becoming law” by Tennessee Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander
Liberty woman faces charges after attack on boyfriend
Janae Cox is also charged with criminal damaging and domestic violence
Settlement of ADI lawsuit demands full public airing
Editorial: Let’s put the 2016 crash land- ing of commercial air service at the Youngstown-Warren Regional
Foster home free informational luncheon
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Benefits of black pepper
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Agenda Wednesday
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5 things to know Trump’s $4.4 trillion budget
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oddly enough
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Satellites show hastening of rise in sea level
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OLYMPICS ROUNDUP Monday in South Korea
SNOWBOARDING USA’s Kim wins gold in women’s halfpipe PYEONGCHANG, SOUTH KOREA Chloe Kim’s
Trump’s economic policy rooted in debt
Associated Press WASHINGTOn One clear principle runs through President Donald Trump’s emerging
washington Will Trump’s budget balloon deficit?
$4.4T plan fits pattern of past GOP presidents Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald
Man who ran from courthouse caught after scuffle with hospital police
Was at hospital visiting family member when caught
Commission says it can’t withhold winner’s name
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. New Hampshire’s lottery commission will ask a court to dismiss a
PREP ROUNDUP | Monday’s high school results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Cardinal Mooney 69, Boardman 46 YOUNGSTOWN The Cardinals (13-8) made a
MONDAY AROUND THE NBA
Bulls 105, Magic 101 CHICAGO Zach LaVine broke for a tiebreaking dunk after stealing an inbounds
Bridis embraces role as YSU leader
Trey Bridis brings tenure, leadership and some power to Youngstown State’s baseball team.
Girard-McDonald viaduct being renamed for slain Girard police officer Justin Leo
A resolution to rename the viaduct passed unanimously
SPORTS digest Son of Cavs owner to undergo brain surgery
Son of Cavs owner to undergo brain surgery CLEVELAND Nick Gilbert, the son of Cavaliers owner
Monday, February 12 (135 stories)
Viaduct being renamed for slain Girard police officer
Viaduct being renamed for slain Girard police officer
Air Force says B-52 Stratofortress will fly until 2050
Air Force says B-52 Stratofortress will fly until 2050
Short-track skater suspended in 1st Winter Games doping case
Short-track skater suspended in 1st Winter Games doping case
Official fired over police shooting Facebook posts sues Cleveland
Official fired over police shooting Facebook posts sues Cleveland
Olympic swimmer says she wants to save others from sex abuse
Olympic swimmer says she wants to save others from sex abuse
Satellites show warming is accelerating sea level rise
Satellites show warming is accelerating sea level rise
Judge awards graffiti artists $6.7M after works destroyed
Judge awards graffiti artists $6.7M after works destroyed
Historic Columbus newspaper building to get new occupant
Historic Columbus newspaper building to get new occupant
Jeff Harvey to serve on the Mill Creek MetroParks board
Jeff Harvey to serve on the Mill Creek MetroParks board
Obama jokes he failed to get artist to give him smaller ears
Obama jokes he failed to get artist to give him smaller ears
Mahoning Co. Convention & Visitors Bureau board meets Wednesday
Mahoning Co. Convention & Visitors Bureau board meets Wednesday
Canada gets skating gold, American Anderson wins slopestyle
Canada gets skating gold, American Anderson wins slopestyle
Stocks power higher after a dreadful week; Dow jumps 410
Stocks power higher after a dreadful week; Dow jumps 410
LAROSA TRIAL | No testimony Tuesday as jurors still being chosen
LAROSA TRIAL | No testimony Tuesday as jurors still being chosen
10th annual high-school life-skills confab is Tuesday at YSU
10th annual high-school life-skills confab is Tuesday at YSU
Veteran Ohio cop fatally shoots domestic-violence suspect
Veteran Ohio cop fatally shoots domestic-violence suspect
ALERT | Donald Trump Jr.'s wife exposed to white powder in letter
ALERT | Donald Trump Jr.s wife exposed to white powder in letter
Ohio court to hear big online charter school’s funding case
Ohio court to hear big online charter school’s funding case
Feminist Steinem acts to save Ohio abortion clinic
Feminist Steinem acts to save Ohio abortion clinic
Boardman man arrested for reported assault on woman
Boardman man arrested for reported assault on woman
Mayor retains Shasho as public works deputy director
Mayor retains Shasho as public works deputy director
Man faces charges for failure to inform police about CCW
Man faces charges for failure to inform police about CCW
Trump’s $4 trillion budget helps move deficit sharply higher
Trump’s $4 trillion budget helps move deficit sharply higher
Canfield ties for third at state wrestling meet
Valuable experience won the day for the Cardinals in Columbus
Trial begins in grisly killing of Niles woman
Defendant LaRosa was juvenile when attack, killing occurred
Fried-dough paczki rises as perfect Fat Tuesday treat
Several Valley delis and bakeries feature the Polish pastry
LaRosa would be among a small number if he gets life in prison without parole
LaRosa would be among a small number if he gets life in prison without parole
Lucy the therapy dog lifts students spirits at Lowellville school
Lowellville’s therapy dog Lucy hit with students
Wean Foundation awards $105,736 to Warren, Youngstown groups
The funds were awarded as part of Wean’s Neighborhood SUCCESS program
MCCTC to introduce three new programs, academy
Mahoning County Career & Technical Center is adding programs in wildlife and fisheries, computer networking and cybersecurity and clean energy technology
Lumley - Found in the flood
By Lance Lumley Silence always makes people think, according to Chloe. She thought about a year
Fowler - Jason tried to start a conversation
By Bobbi Fowler Jason was trying to think of a way to start a conversation and he could feel his
Pridon - Chloe decided to go for it
By Janice Pridon Deciding to go for it, she turned to Jason and said, “I think I’ve seen you here
Jackson - Was this a dream?
Love story - By Edna Jackson As they sat there mesmerized by each other, Jason felt
Vitale - Butterflies in her stomach
By Sue Vitale “We should be finished around the same time, and I’m going to introduce myself,”
Winner Carolyn Zaitew -
Winner Carolyn Zaitew - By Carolyn Zaitzew Canfield As her bag slowly filled, Chloe began
Pirone - Jason looked sad
By Anita Pirone Suddenly she was done and the nurse was making small talk, but Chloe wasn’t
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Ashten Antonucci and Paul Toth, Hubbard, girl, Feb. 10. Etienne
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 12
Today is Monday, Feb. 12, the 43rd day of 2018. There are 322 days left in the year. Associated
Midwest states hit with more snow
Associated Press CHICAGO A winter storm that moved across the Upper Midwest over the weekend
Benegasi - Blood giving friends
Benegasi - Blood giving friends By J. Benegasi …goes the blood and the heart. I desperately
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Cory J. Popielec, 29, of 4263 Nelson Mosier Road,
Area events and fundraisers for the week of Feb. 12
auctions Junior Group of Goodwill Auction and Jewelry Sale will take place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
3rd place Pete Graff - It’s serendipity
By Pete Graff Poland “Serendipity,” Chloe blurted out. “What?” said Jason. “Serendipity”
Noble - Cupid hits his mark
Noble - Cupid hits his mark By Robert C. Noble Chloe and Jason looked up as a young boy with
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown-Boardman-Mahoning County Joint Communications District, 9 a.m., Boardman
States looking to lower prescription drug costs
Associated Press MONTPELIER, Vt. Lawmakers in more than two-thirds of the states are
2nd place Kim Welch -
2nd place Kim Welch - By Kim Welch Leavittsburg TWO MONTHS EARLIER “Go home!” Jason
ON THE LINKS Sunday’s professional golf results
PGA TOUR PEBBLE BEACH, CALIF. Ted Potter Jr. outplayed the world’s No. 1 player and held off
How was the accused wife beater allowed to keep White House job?
Opinion: WASHINGTON Look at the picture. Really. Look at the picture. The woman’s eye socket is the sickly
Tax cuts give rich plenty of love
Opinion: By Josh Hoxie OtherWords Love is in the air. Or so the marketers want us to believe, as
Policy - Chloe said she remembered him
By Paulette Policy Drip. Drip. Drip. Chloe thought about the day’s event that set her emotions
Brookfield girls basketball team wins at tournament
Brookfield girls basketball team wins at tournament
Lake Milton American Legion Post 737 receives award
Lake Milton American Legion Post 737 receives award
Cardinal Mooney annual fund on pace to surpass goal
Cardinal Mooney annual fund on pace to surpass goal
Salem Library hosts wellness Wednesday
Salem Library hosts wellness Wednesday SALEM “How to choose a fitness trainer,” is the topic of
Simmons — The door flew open ...
By Pamela Simmons Drip. Drip. Drip. As the door from the center flew open, in she walked. Chloe
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
Trump budget seen as dead before arrival
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a twist on Washington’s truism about presidential budgets being
Democrats prepared to redact parts of memo
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee are prepared to black
SUNDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
Thunder 110, Grizzlies 92 OKLAHOMA CITY Paul George scored 33 points and Oklahoma City beat
Suspect in killing of Ohio cops charged with 2 murder counts
Associated Press CLEVELAND Police in Ohio had previously gone to the home where a man fatally
3 dead, 4 rescued after Grand Canyon helicopter crash
3 dead, 4 rescued after Grand Canyon helicopter crash PHOENIX Four survivors of a deadly tour
OLYMPIC roundup
FIGURE SKATING Canada wins Team event’s gold GANGNEUNG, South Korea Gold Canada. While the
Kim’s sister wraps up visit to South Korea
Associated Press GANGNEUNG, South Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s sister headed home
Russian plane crashes, killing 71
A Russian airliner that had just taken off from the country’s second-busiest airport crashed Sunday, killing all 71 people aboard and scattering jagged chunks of wreckage across a snowy field outside Moscow.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
WRESTLING STATE TEAM TOURNAMENT SUNDAY’S RESULTS Quarterfinals Canfield 46, Claymont 22
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Fifty Shades Freed’ commands $38.8M to top box office LOS ANGELES Newcomers such
Rebuilding America
Trump to unveil $1.5 trillion infrastructure plan Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald
Netanyahu: Israel dealt ‘severe’ hits to Iranian, Syrian forces
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s prime minister said Sunday his country delivered “severe
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under-par 70 in the
Senate to open debate on issue
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate will open up a rare, open-ended debate on immigration and
Vargo - Jason rushed into the lobby
By Judith Vargo A phlebotomy technician approached Jason and he instinctively held out his left
Hartzell - He stopped calling
By Dawn Hartzell “Sounds crazy, but this has been the best part of my day.” She spoke the words
Cohn - lonely, unfeeling, whatever
By Marvin Cohn ..... and with silent syncopation, dripping, dripping into separate, lonely,
Dill - The nurse and the firefighter
By Valerie Dill “This is my best chance to say hello,” Jason thought. They were positioned just
Hickson - Everything happens for a reason
By Shereese Hickson Jason finished up first, smiling at Chloe and told her, “Hopefully I’ll see
Hlebovy - How did you and daddy meet?
By Mary Hlebovy “The chances she’ll remember me are about as great as the Browns having a winning
Cunningham — She knew ‘I would marry this man.’
By Russell Cunningham Jason overcame the fear of rejection and blurted, “Uh… So, what brings you
NCAA BASKETBALL
NCAA BASKETBALL Sunday’s men’s games No. 6 Cincinnati 76, SMU 51 DALLAS Kyle Washington had
Holly Marshall - Just my luck
Holly Marshall - Just my luck By Holly Marshall “Hi, I’m Jason”, Jason said. “My name’s
Parise - Are you from around here?
By Micky Parise: Jason smiled within himself. He wasn’t sure if it was the blood that was flowing
Hon. Mention, Weirick - The aroma of coffee
By Martha Weirick Drip. Drip. Drip. “Excuse me? Did you say something?” Jason asked.
Sebrell - The restaurant across the street
By Susan Sebrell “The movie was actually better,” Jason opened with to break the ice. “Excuse
Sunday, February 11 (92 stories)
NY attorney general sues Harvey Weinstein
The suit claims his company failed to protect workers against sexual harassment
Norway leads medal count at Olympics; US tied for 4th
The U.S. has won one gold and one silver medal.
Plane crash near Moscow kills all on board today
The plane had been out of service for two years because of a shortage of parts.
Trump budget to be released Monday; count on $3B for wall
The 2019 federal budget is expected to reflect the president's priorities.
What's going on in 6th Ward? Councilwoman wants to know
A public forum is planned Wednesday at Flambeau's on Market Street
Suspect in 2 cop killings has long history of domestic abuse
Details remain sketchy about Saturday's killings of the Westerville police officers
DeNiro: Forgive my 'backward country' suffering 'temporary insanity'
The Hollywood actor received applause for his comments from a Mideast audience.
Community members chip in to help people in recovery
Among those helping the effort are members of a grief support group for whom the challenges of recovery are all too familiar. Members of the local Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing (GRASP) group put together bags in honor of the loved ones they lost to addiction.
Scrapbook of 1970 Kent State shooting victim will go on display
Sandy Scheuer of Boardman was on her way to class May 4, 1970, when she was shot and killed by Ohio National Guardsmen during a Vietnam War protest at Kent State University.
Morse scores 28 as YSU holds off IUPUI
The Penguins improve to 7-20 overall and 5-9 in the Horizon League.
Speaker talks about local steel heritage
Many still contend that the demise of the steel industry in the Mahoning Valley decades ago is attributable largely to a failure to modernize operations and equipment.
Hubbard native learned baseball and more at YSU
Steve Bartolin credits former YSU baseball coach Dom Roselli as a guiding influence.
Kids of all ages visit Toyhio at Metroplex
An estimated 400 to 500 came through the doors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Local men organized and promoted the show
Food bank distributed record number of food in 2017
Food provides food to the needy in three counties
Valley drug deaths increased 23% in 2017
Police iin Mahoning and Trumbull counties responded to thousands of overdoses last year, and the trend appears to be continuing.
Skaters didn’t figure on early start times
The figure skating competitions have been moved to mornings local time.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Scheduled events
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time
GM CEO’s comments fail to clarify future of Cruze
Editorial: General Motors’ boss mary Barra had the chance last week to provide some much needed clarity about
Buying a home as an unmarried couple? Do these three things
By BETH BUCZYNSKI NerdWallet Love and marriage don’t always go together, no matter what Sinatra
Buckner steps up for YSU baseball
Former MLB star Bill Buckner was a featured speaker at YSU’s First Pitch Breakfast.
LEGAL AID | Workshops, programs
Community Legal Aid is offering free workshops this month to anyone who may need legal assistance or
MASONIC groups
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Johnny’s Restaurant, 7807
Publisher moves up release of James Comey memoir to April 17
Publisher moves up release of James Comey memoir to April 17 NEW YORK Noting that the FBI is
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases National Collegiate Student Loan Trust v. Rick Mellott et
Poland kindergarten registration set to begin March 3
Poland kindergarten registration set to begin March 3
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
MVYP mixers YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals has monthly mixers every third
With the Olympics in South Korea upon us, WalletHub.com has released its 2018 Winter Olympics by the
With the Olympics in South Korea upon us, WalletHub.com has released its 2018 Winter Olympics by the
Boardman schools to host dinner
Staff report Staff report BOARDMAN Boardman Schools Fund for Educational Excellence will
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HOTELS Julia’s Bed & Breakfast, 6219 W Liberty St., Hubbard, has proven once again it is a
Israel strikes Syria, downs Iranian drone, as F-16 crashes
Associated Press JERUSALEM In its most serious engagement in neighboring Syria since fighting
Social Security raise not all that wonderful
Opinion: Social Security raise not all that wonderful I am surprised there has not been one letter of
Blood Drives
Blood Drives SATURDAY Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cortland
Lobbying expenses spiked as Congress shaped tax overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Money spent on lobbying by corporations, trade associations and
Hundreds rally in NYC against deportation of activist
Associated Press NEW YORK Hundreds of people rallied Saturday in support of an immigration
bowling scores
amron lanes Stachowski Farms Ladies Trio — Delorean Jones 237-613, Joyce Eckenrode 226-575, Beth
Ohio native Gerard wins gold in slopestyle
Ohio native Gerard wins gold in slopestyle Red Gerard and his brothers built their own
METRO DIGEST || Free Valentine's Day bus rides
The Western Reserve Transit Authority will join a statewide “Ohio Loves Transit Day” Wednesday, which is Valentine’s Day, and offer free rides on all its fixed routes.
Come visit: South Korea's leader invited to North Korea
Come visit: South Korea’s leader invited to North Korea PYEONGCHANG, South Korea A rare
rust belt theatre review Cast takes aim at love with ‘Dating Sucks’
By ERIC MCCrea entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Six more weeks of winter can seem daunting,
Va. Historical Society to host WWI exhibition
Va. Historical Society to host WWI exhibition RICHMOND, Va. The Virginia Historical Society
For the Week of Sunday, February 11, 2018
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Jordan H. Wong, Chattanooga Ave., Youngstown, $26,900.
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 11
Today is Sunday, Feb. 11, the 42nd day of 2018. There are 323 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
First-place Buckeyes control Big Ten race
Ohio State coach Chris Holtmann warned his team to avoid a letdown after his team’s upset of No. 3 Purdue.
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Dark in Death” by J.D. Robb (St. Martin’s) 2. “Still Me” by Jojo Moyes
Valentine's Love Story Contest | Top 3 winners
Of the 24 entries submitted for our Ninth Annual Love Story Writing Contest, here are the judges’
Should I tell my partner I’m in serious debt?
By BRIANNA McGURRAN NerdWallet Q. I’m overwhelmed by student loan and credit card debt, and I’m
Heart Ball will honor local survivors
Staff report Staff report GIRARD The American Heart Association will host its annual Heart
Trumbull case illustrates urban myth about fentanyl
Opinion: Trumbull case illustrates urban myth about fentanyl The arrest of a man who kicked suspected
East Class of 1968 will meet Monday
East Class of 1968 will meet Monday BOARDMAN East High School Class of 1968 will gather for a
Poland kindergarten registration will begin March 3
Staff report POLAND Registration for children entering Poland Local Schools Kindergarten this
METRO DIGEST || Trial date changed
Trial date changed WARREN After a telephone conference Friday, visiting Judge Patricia Cosgrove
Children’s Advocate Award nominations
Staff report Staff report BOARDMAN Nominations are being accepted for the Children’s
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Mill Creek
Pirates’ 2018 schedule
MARCH 29 — at Detroit, 1:10 31 — at Detroit, 1:10 APRIL 1 — at Detroit, 1:10 2 —
Popular, but untrue headlines of the week
A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue headlines of last week.
Indians’ 2018 schedule
MARCH 29 — at Seattle, 10 31 — at Seattle, 4:10 APRIL 1 — at Seattle, 4:10 2 — at LA
Enjoy the freedom to dream at your nearest public library
Opinion: Last month saw two major events in literary history. Jan. 1 was the 200th anniversary of the
Dems baying at the moon
Opinion: The only way the re- engineered Youngstown City School District will return to the bad old days of
Indians eye return to World Series in 2018
Once the pain from their postseason elimination eased, the Indians didn’t panic.
2 Ohio police officers killed
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS and MARK GILLISPIE Associated Press WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) Two Ohio
Phantoms split series with Musketeers
Phantoms split series with Musketeers SIOUX CITY, IOWA Matthew Barry scored two goals as the
Trump lashes out at #MeToo
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Saturday framed the downfall of a pivotal
Saturday, February 10 (95 stories)
Toyhio at Metroplex gets thumbs-up from show-goers
The Toyhio toy show Saturday at the Metroplex Expo Center in Liberty received great reviews from shoppers and vendors.
Steel foundation director recounts industry's growth here from Brier Hill
Many still contend that the demise of the steel industry in the Mahoning Valley decades ago is attributable largely to a failure to modernize operations and equipment.
National Packard Museum is worth a pit stop
The Packard came from the minds of two brothers, William Doud Packard and James Ward Packard, founders of Packard Electric.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Lipke hits 1,000 points to help Boardman beat Mooney
Holden Lipke made himself at home at Cardinal Mooney Friday night
Ryan said he hopes budget agreement is first step toward more bipartisan Congress
Immigration should be the next major issue addressed, he said.
Woman pleads guilty, gives statement, in freezer case
Prosecutors recommend probation if she cooperates.
WRPA to pay airline $150,000 to settle lawsuit
The payment ends the dispute with the airline that briefly offered daily Chicago flights.
Mom angry over reduction of jail time for driver who hit her son
The mother of a teen hit by a vehicle and killed along Holcomb Road in Newton Township on Sept. 25, 2016, says she’s not happy that the man who hit him and got a 30-day jail sentence ended up serving only two days.
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP
SWIMMING AND DIVING Canfield boys dominate D-II sectional AKRON Canfield won the boys team
Trumbull prosecutor urges Ohio attorney general to appeal Danny Hill ruling
Three judges on the 6th Circuit recently disagreed with whether Hill is too mentally disabled to be executed.
‘Black Panther’ takes comic book films to new places All things Africa
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. For Ryan Coogler, the essence of “Black
Paczki and polka party at Kravitz Deli
Staff report LIBERTY The fifth annual Paczki, Polkas and Piwo party will take place Tuesday from
Woman gets 15k bond on child endangering charge
10-year-old daughter claiming she was beaten with a cord
Youngstown Schools Stakeholders discuss next steps for district
Youngstown City Schools stakeholders had a positive discussion about the next steps for the district, one said.
Boardman police: Man threatened to burn apartment building down
Township police say a Hillman Way resident assaulted a woman and attempted to light their apartment building on fire Thursday night.
Lawsuit claims ICE violating Constitution, cites Adi case
A federal lawsuit that accuses U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement of targeting political opponents for removal from the country cites the case of Youngstown businessman Amer “Al” Othman Adi as an example and accuses ICE of violating the First Amendment. ICE arrested and deported Adi a week ago with no notice and refused to allow him to see his family.
Chili cook-off opens school to community, businesses
It was a battle of the heartiest, the spiciest, and the most unconventional batch of chili at Canfield High School
Three armed burglary suspects arrested
Three men are facing multiple charges following a home invasion in Austintown
Warren woman sentenced to seven years in prison in 2017 death of boy, 3
Warren woman sentenced to seven years in prison in 2017 death of boy, 3
Moment of silence replaces prayer before West Branch game Friday
Spectators, many sporting 'Prayer Matters' shirts, wait for the varsity game to start Friday at West Branch High School in Beloit. A student created the shirts after the district halted prayer before games after receiving a complaint.
All sides claim victory in bipartisan budget deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican leaders, top Democrats and President Donald Trump are all
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 10
Today is Saturday, Feb. 10, the 41st day of 2018. There are 324 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
record Reviews
MGMT Album: “Little Dark Age” Grade: A- If MGMT’s first album in four years gets really
Trump won't declassify Dems memo
Associated Press WASHINGTON Citing national security concerns, the White House on Friday
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: White House
Social safety net is frayed
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords I’ve always believed in government. That is, I believe there are
Lauren McCann, Mr. Hrusovsky to wed in summer
James and Mary Ann McCann of Cortland and John and Pam Hrusovsky of Lowellville are announcing the
Toward improving speed, efficiency of snow removal
Editorial: When it comes to the weather, what a difference a year makes. Mahoning Valley residents sailed
Trumpians trash own futures with anti-immigration stance
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication Here’s who President Trump’s
Pulpit supply ministers needed
Pulpit supply ministers needed BOARDMAN The pastor at Calvary Baptist Church, 1463 Shields Road,
Why do we care about royal weddings?
Meghan Markle is engaged to Prince Harry!!! I can barely contain myself. I suppose my invitation
Pence’s bid to isolate North Korea falls flat
Associated Press PYEONGCHANG, South Korea For all of Vice President Mike Pence’s efforts to
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Lindsay Estes and Terrance R. Belden Jr., Youngstown, boy, Feb. 8.
Why do we feed backyard birds?
Is it true that birds in my backyard will starve if I don’t feed them? And my neighbor insists that
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-under 67 in the
Saxophone quartet
Saxophone quartet Transcontinental Saxophone Quartet will perform at 7:30 p.m. Monday at St.
Man arrested in death of Warren woman
Man arrested in death of Warren woman COLUMBUS Police here said a SWAT team Thursday arrested a
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
The grand jury also indicted these people on these charges: Tyler J. Verhest, 18, Neilson Avenue,
Medical center to host hiring event
Medical center to host hiring event WARREN Trumbull Regional Medical Center is hosting a hiring
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pro Bull Riders, 7 p.m.: If you mess with the bull, you’ll get the
Lowellville events
Lowellville events Lowellville The Lowellville Rod and Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, is having the
Hubbard students got an engaging science, technology, engineering and math lesson
Hubbard gives students a way to be competitive and use creativity while learning about STEM concepts
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Catastrophe’ star Rob Delaney’s son dies from cancer NEW YORK “Catastrophe” star
The right medicine for cabin fever
Around this point every winter, we anglers start to feel the itch of restlessness irritated by long
Korver’s 30-point outburst leads Cavs
LeBron James had 22 points, 17 assists and 12 rebounds in 41 minutes.
Friday, February 9 (142 stories)
Japan public grade school under fire over Armani uniform
A Tokyo public school has adopted Giorgio Armani uniforms for students, triggering criticism in a country where hefty school fees are already burdening young parents.
Port Authority to pay $150K to ADI in Chicago flights dispute
The Western Reserve Port Authority will pay $150,000 to a company which briefly offered flights to Chicago from the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport to settle a lawsuit between the parties.
Y'town schools stakeholders discuss how best to meet students' needs
Youngstown City Schools stakeholders had a positive discussion about the next steps for the district, one said.
Trumbull prosecutor urging Ohio AG to appeal Danny Lee Hill ruling
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins has sent a letter urging Ohio Attorney Mike DeWine to appeal the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals decision that ordered a judge to resentence Danny Lee Hill to something other than the death penalty.
Another White House staffer out after abuse allegations
A second White House staffer has departed the Trump administration in the wake of abuse allegations.
Moment of silence rather than prayer suits some at West Branch
Moment of silence rather than prayer suits some at West Branch
UPDATE | Trump won't declassify Democratic memo on Russia probe
President won't declassify Democratic memo on Russia probe
Agents take drugs, firearms and cash from Warren house
Agents take drugs, firearms and cash from Warren house
Trial date in Ralph Infante trial moved to April 23
Trial date in Ralph Infante trial moved to April 23
Prosecutor urges Ohio attorney general to appeal Danny Hill ruling
Prosecutor urges Ohio attorney general to appeal Danny Hill ruling
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 28
A Mahoning County grand jury Friday indicted 28 people including Antonio Crockett, 31, of Dogwood Avenue, for illegal conveyance of prohibited items onto the grounds of a detention facility and obstructing official business.
Private stakeholders meeting ongoing for Youngstown schools
Private stakeholders meeting ongoing for Youngstown schools
Mayor Brown announces reappoint of water commission
Mayor Brown announces reappoint of water commission
Settlement reached in race suit filed by fired ex-Pa. TV anchor
Settlement reached in race suit filed by fired ex-Pa. TV anchor
At Olympic Games, Kim Jong Un's sister takes VIP seat
At Olympic Games, Kim Jong Un's sister takes VIP seat
Pa. car crash sends 3 to the hospital, including 2 officers
Pa. car crash sends 3 to the hospital, including 2 officers
Federal appeals court rules in favor of Ohio male student
Federal appeals court rules in favor of Ohio male student
US stocks struggle to stabilize after entering 'correction'
US stocks struggle to stabilize after entering 'correction'
Warren woman gets prison time in death of 3-year-old boy
Warren woman gets prison time in death of 3-year-old boy
Ohio prosecutor looking into allegations against instructor
Ohio prosecutor looking into allegations against instructor
Girard firefighters put out small fire at Mahoning Country Club
Girard firefighters put out small fire at Mahoning Country Club
Suspect arrested in Warren's woman death in Columbus
Suspected arrested in Warren woman's death in Columbus
Boardman police: Man threatened to burn down apartment building
Boardman police: Man threatened to burn down apartment building
Woman charged in freezer case pleads guilty in deal
Woman charged in freezer case pleads guilty in deal
Kelly getting scrutiny after senior aide's resignation
Kelly getting scrutiny after senior aide's resignation
Youngstown cancels snow parking ban at 3 p.m. today
Youngstown cancels snow parking ban at 3 p.m. today
Youngstown woman arrested on child-endangering charge
Youngstown woman arrested on child-endangering charge
Port authority pays $150K to settle airline lawsuit
Port authority pays $150K to settle airline lawsuit
Ohio Amish man dies after horse-drawn trailer overturns
Ohio Amish man dies after horse-drawn trailer overturns
Beaver Township trustees have special meeting Saturday
Beaver Township trustees have special meeting Saturday
UPDATE | Manhunt ends, 3 arrested in Austintown robbery
Residents of a house in the 40 block of Beverly Road in Austintown called police to say they were held at gunpoint this morning.
UPDATE | House passes bipartisan budget bill
The Senate has passed a massive, bipartisan budget agreement and spending bill to reopen the shuttered federal government. The bill now moves to the House.
Columbiana clips Jackson-Milton
The Columbiana Clippers play intense defense in allowing opponents a mere 36 points per game.
Special prosecutor rebuts Ralph Infante request for dismissal of charges
A special prosecutor has filed a rebuttal to former Niles Mayor Ralph Infante’s argument that “almost all evidence” is gone that Infante could use to defend himself in his public-corruption criminal case.
Canfield wrestlers feeling disrespected
Coach Stephen Pitts views the Cardinals’ status as a No. 4 seed as a slight.
Williams gets 62 years to life for 2014 stabbing
‘You are evil masquerading as a human being,’ the victim’s adoptive mother told Williams in court.
Casino coming to Lawrence County
Fourteen years ago Lawrence County started to seek out a casino investor and on Thursday it got one.
Morse scores 26, but YSU men fall
Senior Cameron Morse scored 26 points and tied a career high with six 3-pointers.
Youngstown names first black fire chief
As for being the first black fire chief in the city’s history, Finley said, “It is an honor. I didn’t think about it in those terms, but I’m proud. It means something, but not as much as being named to this position.”
Mikovich new Lisbon football coach
Alan Mikovich is a long-time area assistant and was the head coach at Jackson-Milton from 2001-03.
Kucinich will fight privatizing education
The Ohio gubernatorial candidate said he intends to give those trying to privatize public education will have “the fight of their lives.”
Soldiers who thwarted attack play themselves in Eastwood’s ‘15:17 to Paris’
In his latest film, “The 15:17 to Paris,” Clint Eastwood has taken his famously no-frills filmmaking further than ever before.
Earnest ‘Peter Rabbit’ will delight youngsters
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer With warm nostalgia for Beatrix Potter’s classic
Museum displays ‘fatberg’ from sewer
Associated Press LONDON London’s newest museum attraction is greasy, smelly – and a glimpse at
Warren tries to educate downtown parkers about parking ban
The company that handles parking enforcement in downtown appears to have fired a warning shot regarding people who use two-hour on-street parking spaces by posting signs asking them to respect this week’s snow-related parking ban.
Warren developer unveils second downtown project in a week
Warren developer Mark Marvin of Downtown Development Group and officials from the city and Western Reserve Port Authority welcomed visitors Thursday to the former SCOPE senior citizens building on West Market Street, just across the Mahoning River from the courthouse.
U.S. Senate stumbles into 2nd shutdown
The government stumbled into a midnight shutdown Thursday as a rogue Senate Republican blocked a speedy vote on a massive, bipartisan, budget-busting spending deal, protesting the return of trillion-dollar deficits on the watch of Republicans controlling Washington.
Hamlin’s feel-good story overshadowed by Olympic flag flap
United States Olympic Winter Games luge hopeful Erin Hamlin poses for a portrait at the 2017 Team USA Media Summit last September in Park City, Utah.
Boardman Community Briefs
Kindergarten registration announced Boardman School District will host its Kindergarten
DeLaurentis, Will nuptials set for mid-spring
Dominic and Jacqueline DeLaurentis of Boardman, along with Jeffrey and Susan Will of Green are
Tiffany Ortega, Andrew King set June wedding
Tom and Kelly Ortega of Boardman and Dottie King of Poland are announcing the engagement of their
Teams compete in the Jam Tournament
The Jam Tournament at UPMC Lemeiux Center in Cranberry took place on Jan. 27 and 28 and two ADM blue
Boardman swimmers make colorful splash
The Boardman boys and girls swim teams are enjoying another record breaking year, winning the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSE CHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1246.23-1.47 Aqua America,
BUSINESSSFlbdigest Serenity Center ribbon cutting
Serenity Center ribbon cutting WARREN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot two under par to finish
Historical Society celebrates McKinley’s 175th birthday
The Poland Historical Society honored William McKinley at Poland Town Hall on Jan. 29, what would have been McKinley’s 175th birthday.
Senate stumbles into shutdown, as Rand Paul blocks vote
The government stumbled into a midnight shutdown this morning as a rogue Senate Republican blocked a speedy vote on a massive, bipartisan, budget-busting spending deal, protesting the return of trillion-dollar deficits on the watch of Republicans controlling Washington.
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Tri-Gold Prime Time Chapter of ABWA will have its monthly meeting Wednesday at A La
Corporations don’t need handouts
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Governors and mayors insist that giving our tax dollars to
Benjamin sets YSU assist mark in win
The Penguins have won five of their last six and four straight on the road.
Cavaliers get younger with deadline deals
With their NBA title hopes fading fast, the Cavaliers got aggressive at the trading deadline.
Hamlin’s feel-good story overshadowed by flag flap
Luge veteran Erin Hamlin will carry the U.S. flag into the opening ceremony of the Pyeongchang Games.
Warren fund awards $20,000 to encourage investment on Youngstown Road
Warren fund awards $20,000 to encourage investment on Youngstown Road
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 9
Today is Friday, Feb. 9, the 40th day of 2018. There are 325 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Providing beauty services to take state boards
Mahoning County Career and Technical Center students provided beauty services to raise funds for their Ohio State Board of Cosmetology exams
Let friendship, excellence thrive at Winter Olympics
Editorial: It has long been a truism that Olympian sports imitate world politics. Ever since their modern
Major push to suppress voting
Opinion: By Jen Herrick OtherWords When President Donald Trump created the “Presidential Advisory
Dow drops another 1,000 points amid stock sell-offs
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks plunged again Thursday, and for the second time in four days
OLYMPICS news & notes
RUSSIA Athletes to learn if they can compete in Games PYEONGCHANG, SOUTH KOREA The highly
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Omarosa: Country is not going to be OK under President Trump Omarosa Manigault Newman
HIGH SCHOOL REOUNDUP | More prep results from Thursday
SWIMMING AND DIVING Anzevino, Loudin qualify for Division I district meet AKRON Boardman’s
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pro Bull Riders, 8 p.m.: “Get off my back,” say the furious one-ton
Hanni family feud spills over into the race for appeals court
Opinion: How much bad blood must there be between Mark A. Hanni and his sister, Holly? It appears to be a
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Trump aims to reduce drug costs under Medicare
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump will propose lowering prescription drug costs
Poland Sports Briefs
Athletic department begins pre-selling tickets The Poland Seminary High School athletic department
Judge orders psychological evaluation for man who called 911 multiple times, scuffled with officer
Judge orders psychological evaluation for man who called 911 multiple times, scuffled with officer
THURSDAY’S NBA GAMES
Magic 100, Hawks 98 ORLANDO, FLA. Evan Fournier scored 22 points, D.J. Augustin added 16
Syrian forces capture 2 IS ‘Beatles’
Associated Press WASHINGTON The American-backed Syrian Democratic Forces captured two notorious
AROUND THE NHL
AROUND THE NHL Thursday’s games Blues 6, Avalanche 1 ST. LOUIS Brayden Schenn scored twice
Execution delayed over juror concerns
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich on Thursday delayed the execution of a killer set to
Savages celebrate 50th anniversary at dinner party
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Jack Savage recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at a dinner
GOP lawmaker: Panel probing Russia is ‘poison’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Partisan sparring over the Russia investigation is causing chaos on
Kelly in harsh spotlight after resignation of senior aide
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pressure mounted on White House chief of staff John Kelly on
Luis Mateo IV was booked at the Mahoning County jail at about 4 p.m. Thursday
His arraignment is at 9:30 a.m. today in Struthers Municipal Court
METRO DIGEST Cause of woman's death
Cause of woman’s death COLUMBUS A Warren native who was found dead in Columbus last week died of
Miss Costello, Mr. O’Connell plan April rite
Anthony and Linda Costello of Austintown and Patrick and Diane O’Connell of Girard are announcing
Robotics teams get ready for competition
The Austintown and Canfield High School robotics teams met at Austintown Middle School for the FIRST Robotics Challenge game announcement on Jan. 6.
Jury deliberates in police-corruption case
Associated Press BALTIMORE Jurors started deliberating Thursday in a case involving one of the
SPORTS DIGEST || Struthers’ Bury awarded scholarship
Struthers senior girls basketball player Alexis Bury was awarded a $250 scholarship from the Mahoning Valley Basketball Officials Scholarship.
ON THE LINKS | Thursday’s professional golf results
PEBBLE BEACH NATIONAL PRO-AM Streelman, Hossler share first-round lead PEBBLE BEACH, Calif.
MORE COLLEGE BASKETBALL FROM THURSDAY
MEN No. 21 North Carolina 82, No. 90 Duke 78 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Joel Berry II scored 21 points
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
Man arrested, charged with sexting underage boy
Gabriel Talanca, 22, is facing charges of importuning, disseminating matter harmful to juveniles and possession of criminal tools
Poland Community Briefs
Pink Ribbon Golf Classic to be in July The annual Pink Ribbon Golf Classic will take place at
Residents at Beeghly Oaks celebrate Christmas
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Beeghly Oaks had their annual Christmas party on Dec. 20
POLICE BLOTTER
Jan. 22 Aggravated menacing: A Boardman woman told authorities her daughter’s former boyfriend
Austintown Community Briefs
Friend to speak on experiences from Battle of the Bulge Howard, “Howdy” Friend, local retired
Jan. 24
Jan. 24 Arrest: Police picked up Daniel L. Allmon, 28, at his Compass West Drive apartment upon
Canfield Community Briefs
Cold Weather Running Workshop The Center for Physical Health will be hosting a workshop on Feb.
Fitch class raises money for local charities
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Fitch students raised money for Second Harvest
Participants make bird feeders
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Participants visited the Ford Nature Center on Dec. 28 for
Guests make bird feeders and hike
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Participants visited the Ford Nature Center on Dec. 28 for
Second-grade students construct complex contraptions
Students at Stadium Drive Elementary School learned about basic physics through a project during their Force and Motion unit in January.
AIS brings together school and community for World Read Aloud Day
Austintown Intermediate School observed World Read Aloud Day on Feb. 1 by inviting members of the community and other Austintown schools to read to the students.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Fla. woman: Airline told me to flush hamster
Associated Press MIAMI A Florida woman says an airline told her to flush her hamster down an
CHC students build gingerbread house ornaments
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Second-grade students in Crystal Schneider’s class at C.H.
Thursday, February 8 (125 stories)
Kucinich: Distress commission members secretly trying to privatize Ohio schools
An Ohio gubernatorial candidate said he intends to give those trying to privatize public education “the fight of their lives.”
Casino operator picks New Castle area as site for new casino
Fourteen years ago Lawrence County started to seek out a casino investor.
Warren visitors warned: Snow parking ban extends to downtown
The company that handles parking enforcement in downtown appears to have fired a warning shot regarding people who use two-hour on-street parking spaces by posting signs asking them to respect this week’s snow-related parking ban.
Arnold Perry gets 27 years for impregnating 14-year-old twins, 12-year-old sister
A man who impregnated 14-year-old twins and their 12-year-old sister was sentenced Thursday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to 27 years in prison.
Internet pioneer, songwriter John Perry Barlow dies at 70
Internet pioneer, songwriter John Perry Barlow dies at 70
Budget plan's $1 trillion deficit sours some Republicans
Budget plan's $1 trillion deficit sours some Republicans
Omarosa says on 'Big Brother' country is not going to be OK
Omarosa says on 'Big Brother' country is not going to be OK
Second Harvest distributes 10.6 million pounds of food in 2017
Second Harvest distributes 10.6 million pounds of food in 2017
UPDATE | Dow industrials drop another 1,000 points as selling spreads
Dow industrials drop another 1,000 points as selling spreads
Toronto police: remains of 6 found in serial killer probe
Toronto police: remains of 6 found in serial killer probe
Ex-principal gets 9 years for child porn from student phone
Ex-principal gets 9 years for child porn from student phone
Ohio teen sentenced for conspiracy conviction in school threat
Ohio teen sentenced for conspiracy conviction in school threat
Ohio city votes to accept $7.5M settlement in gas pipeline fight
Ohio city votes to accept $7.5M settlement in gas pipeline fight
Syria says rare US strike an effort 'to support terrorism'
Syria says rare US strike an effort 'to support terrorism'
Lawmakers push for budget vote to avert government shutdown
Lawmakers push for budget vote to avert government shutdown
Tarantino apologizes to Roman Polanski rape victim
Tarantino apologizes to Roman Polanski rape victim
Ohio Supreme Court upholds triple-killer’s death sentence
Ohio Supreme Court upholds triple-killer’s death sentence
Dad who tried to attack Nassar doesn't want donations
Dad who tried to attack Nassar doesn't want donations
Cavaliers trading Isaiah Thomas for Jordan Clarkson, Larry Nance Jr.
Cavaliers trading Isaiah Thomas for Jordan Clarkson, Larry Nance Jr.
Austintown, Warren cops nab man accused of sending nude images
Austintown, Warren cops nab man accused of sending nude images
Williams gets 62 to life in gruesome murder of Gina Burger
Williams gets 62 to life in gruesome murder of Gina Burger
Firm wins right to put casino in Lawrence County, near Ohio
Firm wins right to put casino in Lawrence County, near Ohio
Senate leaders’ budget deal faces opposition in both parties
Senate leaders’ budget deal faces opposition in both parties
Man pleads guilty to raping three girls
Arnold Perry, 34, received the sentence from Judge Maureen Sweeney for the rapes, which happened in Youngstown in 2016.
Warren fund awards $20,000 to encourage investment on Youngstown Road
Warren fund awards $20,000 to encourage investment on Youngstown Road
Paczki Dance with bands at Rolling Mills
The Penn-Ohio Polka Pals will present the 16th annual Fat Tuesday Paczki Dance on Tuesday
Ex-swim coach’s home searched amid sexual abuse allegations
Ex-swim coach’s home searched amid sexual abuse allegations
Valentine's Day String Art canceled
Valentine's Day String Art at East Library scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 8 has been canceled.
South Korean president to meet North Korean leader’s sister
South Korean president to meet North Korean leader’s sister
City votes to accept $7.5M settlement in gas pipeline fight
City votes to accept $7.5M settlement in gas pipeline fight
Pelini’s latest class of recruits has local flavor
There is talent from the Mahoning Valley joining Youngstown State’s football team.
Wednesday's snowfall caused challenge for plow drivers
The snow isn’t done. The National Weather Service is forecasting a 50 percent chance of snow then rain or snow Friday afternoon.
Poland’s largest class of football signees announce commitments
Six players inked national letters-of-intent Wednesday at the Poland Public Library.
Struthers businessman donates land to city for new fire station
Dan Becker, the owner of Davis-Becker funeral homes, purchased a lot between Elm Court and Elm Street that formerly belonged to Faith Fellowship Church. He purchased the land – just under 1 acre – with the intention of donating it to the city to build a new fire station.
Struthers students hope to inspire others with messages of faith
Three students in particular share a love of writing, faith in God and an appreciation for the role models who helped guide them.
Pelini announces YSU staff promotions
Bo Pelini looked inward to fill two vacancies on his Youngstown State coaching staff.
Skeggs Lecture Series to feature Gifford, Kelly
“We have wonderful stories and our speakers always have a lot to share,” said Jackie LeViseur, YSU events director, about the Skeggs Lecture Series
Ex-Lordstown coach gets prison for sex offenses against 2 former players
Richard E. Knox was sentenced to 18 months in prison in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court for committing sex offenses against two Lordstown junior-high volleyball players he coached.
WEDNESDAY’S PREP RESULTS
SWIMMING & DIVING Four local divers reach districts AKRON Three Boardman divers and one from Austintown Fitch qualified for district competition Wednesday during the girls sectional competition at the University of Akron’s Ocasek Natatorium.
Gospel tour to make stop at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The “Festival of Praise – Texture of a Man” tour, featuring gospel music
Vicki Lawrence loves Mama, but she isn’t turning into her
It might have once seemed unthinkable that Vicki Lawrence would ever catch up to Mama in age.
Girard's new councilwoman brings experience to post
Fran Wilson fills the seat vacated by Keith Schubert, who had to resign in the fall when he moved to another ward.
Symphony salute to Ella Fitzgerald
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, with conductor Randall Craig
Youngstown man gets 6 years on sexual-battery charges
The sentence follows accusations that Lynn Perry raped 6- and 7-year-old girls.
Six candidates filed for 7th District Court of Appeals
Two Democrats are facing each other for a Mahoning County common pleas seat
Al Adi’s wife leaves family, friends to join him in Jordan
Fidaa Musleh, center, hugs her daughters, Rania, left, and Lina Adi, before boarding a plane Wednesday at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to be reunited with her husband, Amer “Al” Adi Othman in Amman, Jordan.
General Motors seeks to avoid Takata recalls
Associated Press DETROIT For the third time in the past three years, General Motors has asked
Best grow lights are red, blue
Q. Does it matter what light I provide for plants if I grow my own from seed this year? Nancy from
Nearly 11.8M sign up for ‘Obamacare’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Call it the political equivalent of a death-defying escape: Former
Feed your curiosity - Get to know nature classes
Want to learn more about the world around you? Curious about the wildlife in your backyard?
Olympic athletes, organizers contend with cold
The temperature at Pyeongchang Olympic Stadium was minus 3 Fahrenheit (minus 16 Celsius).
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 8
Today is Thursday, Feb. 8, the 39th day of 2018. There are 326 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Akron Children's 3-day radiothon begins
The 19th annual 98.1 KDD "Have a Heart, Do Your Part" Radiothon benefiting Akron Children's Hospital will broadcast live on 98.1 KDD from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and Friday
Senate leaders reach deal on budget; obstacles remain
Immigration not included in plan Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate leaders brokered a long-
Vines can be multitaskers in the garden
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Vines can be multitaskers in our gardens.
Man sentenced for stealing from cars
Gets three year sentence, but could be released early after six months
2018 PRIMARY | Candidates and issues
The following filed for the May 8 primary. Eligibility will be determined by county election boards.
Brookfield Schools hosting Hello Week
Brookfield Schools hosting Hello Week BROOKFIELD Brookfield Local Schools are hosting Hello Week
Appeals court panel wrong about killer Hill’s execution
Editorial: Convicted sadistic murder- er Danny Lee Hill should have met his maker years ago, but the fact that
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
On-line insect identification
On-line insect identification No time to visit the clinic to drop off a bug? Check out this
METRO DIGEST || MCCTC open house
MCCTC open house CANFIELD Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, 7300 N. Palmyra Road,
“The Four” (8 p.m., Fox): We’ll learn the winner tonight in the season finale, as
“The Four” (8 p.m., Fox): We’ll learn the winner tonight in the season finale, as the final four
GOP senators release referral in Russia probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two influential Republican senators have injected new information
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Native bees or honey bees?
Native bees or honey bees? Honey bees help pollinate farm crops and make honey we love to eat, but
NIGHTLIFE
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana Sat: Michael Rutushin and Dave Lynn, 7 p.m.
Colts: ‘Rivalry on’ after McDaniels backs out
Colts general manager Chis Ballard showed up for a news conference Wednesday — just not the one he expected.
Rooney hopeful deal can be reached with Bell
The Steelers have no plans on moving on from All-Pro running back Le’Veon Bell.
Frackers target Ohio county
Opinion: By Alison Stine OtherWords My southeastern Ohio town in the Appalachian foothills is a small,
BUSINESS DIGEST || Ohio Aldi stores to have hiring event
Ohio Aldi stores to have hiring event YOUNGSTOWN Every Ohio Aldi store will have a hiring event
Paczki Dance with bands at Rolling Mills
Paczki Dance with bands at Rolling Mills GIRARD The Penn-Ohio Polka Pals will present the 16th
No comparison between Trump’s and Nixon’s battles with the FBI
Opinion: WASHINGTON “Nixonian” is not the right word to use to describe the behavior of President Donald
‘Dating Sucks’ returns to the stage
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company will bring back “Dating Sucks: The
Ohio State’s recruiting class second only to Georgia
The Buckeyes picked up with five-star offensive lineman Nicholas Petit-Frere.
White House aide resigns after allegations of domestic abuse
Associated Press WASHINGTON One of President Donald Trump’s top White House aides resigned
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The 15:17 to Paris (PG-13) Cinema South: Fri.-Thu. 12:15, 2:45, 5:15, 7:45, 10:10
More Americans hold stocks, for better or for worse
Associated Press NEW YORK A plunge in stock prices always stings, but this recent one dug
MORE COLLEGE BASKETBALL FROM WEDNESDAY
MEN St. John’s 79, No. 1 Villanova 75 PHILADELPHIA St. John’s took down another of the
Struggling Cavs outlast Timberwolves in OT
LeBron James hit a jumper over Jimmy Butler at the buzzer in overtime.
Children’s Nature Hour
Children’s Nature Hour When: Today, 10-11a.m. What: Join us as we read “No Two Alike” by Keith
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Kylie Jenner is new Instagram queen LOS ANGELES Kylie Jenner is the new queen of
Marching on
White House advances idea of military parade amid criticism Associated Press WASHINGTON The
METRO DIGEST || Man pleads guilty
Man pleads guilty YOUNGSTOWN A Canfield man accused of rape pleaded guilty Wednesday to
City of Canfield held JEDD informational hearing
Council held a public informational hearing at 5 p.m. today on a proposed Joint Economic Development District between the city and township.
Gabby Giffords, husband astronaut to speak at YSU next week
Youngstown State University Skeggs Lecture Series will welcome Gabby Giffords and Mark Kelly at 7 p.m. next Thursday in Stambaugh Auditorium.
WEDNESDAY AROUND THE NHL
WEDNESDAY AROUND THE NHL Maple Leafs 3, Predators 2, SO TORONTO James van Riemsdyk scored in
YSU BASKETBALL | Today’s games
WOMEN Matchup: YSU (10-13, 6-6 Horizon League) at IUPUI (17-5, 9-2). Where: The Jungle,
Ohio State topples No. 3 Purdue
Keita Bates-Diop scored 18 points, including the decisive putback with 2.8 seconds left.
WEDNeSDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
Pistons 115, Nets 106 DETROIT Andre Drummond had 17 points and 27 rebounds, and the Pistons
SigningS and COMMITMENTS in the Valley
AUSTINTOWN FITCH Football Jakari Lumsden — Eastern Kentucky Nick Bush — Malone Nate
Man gets 12 years for drug trafficking
A federal judge sentenced a Youngstown man to more than 14 years in prison Wednesday for drug trafficking.
Wednesday, February 7 (110 stories)
Becker donates land for Struthers fire station in honor of father
A new fire station may be on the horizon for Struthers thanks to a donation from a local business owner with firefighting in his blood.
7th District seat vacated by DeGenaro is hot ticket in May
There are four positions on the ballot in Mahoning County without incumbents with a seat on the 7th District Court of Appeals attracting the most candidates.
Struthers High students add 'author' to their resumes
Some Struthers students are putting pens to paper and self-publishing books they hope will inspire other people.
Wynn case raises questions about responsibility to investors
Wynn case raises questions about responsibility to investors
Local billionaire buys Los Angeles Times for $500 million
Local billionaire buys Los Angeles Times for $500 million
East Side library branch program today is canceled
East Side library branch program today is canceled
White House aide resigns after allegations of spousal abuse
White House aide resigns after allegations of spousal abuse
Man fatally stabbed in Columbus, 2nd man injured at gas station
Man fatally stabbed in Columbus, 2nd man injured at gas station
Funeral set for former Ohio State great Jim Stillwagon
Funeral set for former Ohio State great Jim Stillwagon
STORM UPDATES | Weather advisory lifted for the Valley
STORM UPDATES | Part of 224 closed; ODOT cites snowfall rate
Cardboard sled-making event in Salem still on for tonight
Cardboard sled-making event in Salem still on for tonight
Tonight's Canfield school board meeting is canceled
Tonight's Canfield school board meeting is canceled
Ex-volleyball coach gets 18 months for sex with players
Ex-volleyball coach gets 18 months for sex with players
Announcing low-cost sponsorship spots for Greatest Golfer 2018.
Announcing new low-cost sponsorship space for Greatest Golfer 2018.
Man charged in drunken-driving crash that killed NFL player
Man charged in drunken-driving crash that killed NFL player
Ruth Cummings, mother of US Rep. Elijah Cummings, dies
Ruth Cummings, mother of US Rep. Elijah Cummings, dies
Weather cancels Ghossain’s grand opening celebration
Weather cancels Ghossain’s grand opening celebration
City committee OKs plans for amphitheater
The project is tentatively scheduled to be done by spring 2019.
Robins Theatre owner, promoter provide a glimpse of future
The Robins hasn’t been used since 1974, and it took a month just to put it back into presentable shape so people could walk through and see the potential
Tensions mount in flap over prayers at West Branch
Some West Branch Schools students said their academic environment has become tense after the district curtailed prayer before athletic games in January.
Canfield man pleads guilty to touching 12-year-old girl
Canfield man pleads guilty to touching 12-year-old girl
Man who crashed fleeing cops has 17 license suspensions
Man who crashed fleeing cops has 17 license suspensions
Register by today for eye health event
Registration deadline YOUNGSTOWN Today is the deadline to register for “The Importance of Eye
Youngstown officials: Fewer complaints about snow removal
City plows won’t finish plowing side streets until Friday or Saturday.
Profit-sharing checks coming to GM workers
Across the company, about 50,000 GM factory workers will get $11,750 profit-sharing checks.
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP More prep results from Tuesday
BOYS BASKETBALL St. Thomas Aquinas 49, Ursuline 46 LOUISVILLE Javae Mincy led Aquinas (3-14)
Campbell teacher uses $5,000 grant to create music program
Holding horns that were nearly as tall as they are to their lips, a group of third-graders from Campbell K-7 School unleashed a wall of sound during their morning music class.
NBC goes for TV gold with Olympics coverage
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK Fresh off the Super Bowl, NBC begins more than two
Managing marriage by text message
My wife and I are good at relationship maintenance. While navigating work and home schedules,
Joshua Dixon students critique The Vindicator
Joshua Dixon Elementary fourth-graders got to read and critique The Vindicator for a special segment of Right to Read Week
Youngstown mayor pledges better planning
Better planning and involving more people in government is in the city’s future, said Mayor Jamael Tito Brown.
Youngstown mayor hires buildings/grounds commissioner
The commissioner has 20 years of experience managing commercial and residential properties.
Hoerig trial set for April 16; prosecutor says he's ready
Claudia Hoerig is escorted out of Judge Andrew Logan's courtroom Tuesday at the Trumbull County Courthouse in Warren after a pre-trial hearing in Hoerig's aggravated murder trial in the 2007 death of her husband, Karl Hoerig, in their Newton Falls home.
redistricting Ohio lawmakers, groups reach deal on proposal
Staff/wire report COLUMBUS A compromise between state lawmakers and voting-rights advocates over
College for all is possible
Opinion: By Chuck Collins OtherWords California can be an annoyingly trendy state. Think avocado toast,
State Rep. John Boccieri, one of only 10 Ohio House members to vote against the redistricting plan,
State Rep. John Boccieri, one of only 10 Ohio House members to vote against the redistricting plan,
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Here are a few random facts about the special day,
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Here are a few random facts about the special day,
Support Heart Association’s goals, mission to save lives
Editorial: With Valentine’s Day approaching next week, the spotlight is shining brightly on the romantic and
Stock market rallies after its epic plunge
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks rallied Tuesday as a late surge helped them regain almost
Former Olympic coach faces probe
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. Former U.S. Olympic women’s gymnastics team coach John Geddert
Justices issue legal blows to 2 Ohio abortion clinics
Associated Press COLUMBUS A pair of abortion clinics claiming hardships related to Ohio’s
Senate closes in on budget deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Buoyed by the sudden likelihood of a budget pact, lawmakers are on
Trump silences his critics with great State of the Union speech
Opinion: President Donald Trump’s first State of the Union address set a new standard. For himself. If he
Love is in the air, recipes to show you care
Family Features Chocolates? Roses? Been there, done that. Everyone wants to make sure the special
White House chief: Dreamers not a priority for deportation
Associated Press WASHINGTON “Dreamers” protected by an Obama-era program that President Donald
Wine of incredible quality in a breathtaking setting
There are so many amazing wines to taste and high-quality experiences to enjoy when visiting Napa these days.
Trump, official meet over Dem memo
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump met with a top Justice Department official
Ghossain's opens new location for convenience
A new Ghossain’s Gourmet Mediterranean Foods location opens on U.S. Route 224 to make it more convenient for customers to get the authentic foods it offers.
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 7
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 7, the 38th day of 2018. There are 327 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘This is Us’ gets boost from Super Bowl slot NEW YORK Super Bowl ratings may have
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Scheduled events
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time
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
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., township government center, 8299 Market St.
Better, healthier baking
Family Features Olive oil is a flavorful and versatile cooking oil that is often trusted in
Show off your sweet side this valentine’s day
Family Features Treat family, friends and co-workers to something they will all love this
D’Apolito files to run for vacant seat
D’Apolito files to run for vacant seat YOUNGSTOWN Judge David A. D’Apolito of Mahoning County
Valentine’s recipes you’ll love to share
Family Features If the way to your loved one’s heart is through the stomach, there’s no better
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Kayla Oviatt and Richard Richeal, Masury, boy, Feb. 4.
Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown
Man tells police he sells ‘weed to get by’
Cole Sprouse told police he plans on quitting selling marijuana because just got a job
Tuesday, February 6 (123 stories)
Prayer issue sparking 'civil war' in West Branch district
Some West Branch Schools students say their academic environment has become tense after the district curtailed prayer before athletic games in January.
GM bonuses expected to infuse Valley economy
The Mahoning Valley will receive a boost with profit-sharing checks coming to 3,000 workers at the General Motors Lordstown Complex.
Innovative instrument boosting literacy among Campbell 3rd-graders
Holding horns that were nearly as tall as they are to their lips, a group of third-graders from Campbell K-7 School unleashed a wall of sound during their morning music class.
Fired Niles teacher suing board, administrators, superintendent and husband
Christopher Chieffo, the teacher fired last month by the board of education for falsification of sick leave, has filed suit against the board, superintendent and other school administrators for $4 million in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court.
Rapper Travis Scott pleads guilty to disorderly conduct
Rapper Travis Scott pleads guilty to disorderly conduct
Pentagon says Trump ordered Washington military parade
Pentagon says Trump ordered Washington military parade
SpaceX's big new rocket blasts off, puts sports car in space
SpaceX's big new rocket blasts off, puts sports car in space
Austintown Police release photos of burrowing robbery suspect
Police release photos of burrowing robbery suspect
Deadline for free eye health discussion at JCC is Wednesday
Deadline for free eye health discussion at JCC is Wednesday
City firefighters on scene of Miami Avenue house fire
City firefighters on scene of Miami Avenue house fire
Colts have a new coach in Patriots' Josh McDaniels
Colts have a new coach in Patriots' Josh McDaniels
2018 Greatest Golfer of the Valley dates announced
2018 Greatest Golfer of the Valley dates announced
Ohio program helps ex-foster kids make adult transition
Ohio program helps ex-foster kids make adult transition
Ohio court upholds order closing last Toledo abortion clinic
Ohio court upholds order closing last Toledo abortion clinic
Home of Patriots' Gronk robbed during Super Bowl week
Home of Patriots' Gronk robbed during Super Bowl week
Tickets remain available for Bull Rider shows at Covelli
Tickets remain available for Bull Rider shows at Covelli
MARKET UPDATE | Stocks mostly recover as wild ride continues
Global stocks tumble as Wall Street braces for more losses
White House chief: Dreamers not priority for deportation
White House chief: Dreamers not priority for deportation
Youngstown man faces kidnapping charge in home invasion
Justin Pitts, 36, of Youngstown, is facing charges of kidnapping, aggravated burglary and theft of a motor vehicle.
Justices issue legal blows to 2 Ohio abortion clinics
Justices issue legal blows to 2 Ohio abortion clinics
Boardman man arrested on child endangering charges
Boardman man arrested on child endangering charges
Murder suspect fires attorney; judge warns against more delays
Murder suspect fires attorney; judge warns against more delays
Infante hearing reset
A pretrial hearing set for today in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court in the public-corruption case against former Niles Mayor Ralph Infante is now reset to a telephone conference Friday.
Mahoning County officials file suit claiming work is deficient
County files lawsuit against local contractor
Accident victims ID’d
Police said the two people killed about 6 p.m. Sunday in a traffic accident on Interstate 680 south had left their vehicles when they were hit.
Police: Don’t share THIS video
Police are asking members of the public not to share a viral Facebook video of a child performing a sex act on an adult, The Vindicator’s broadcast partner, 21 WFMJ-TV reported.
Meacham files for re-election to 2nd term
Mahoning County Auditor Ralph Meacham filed Monday for re-election to a second four-year term.
Clean Ohio Funds grant meeting Friday at Eastgate
meet at 9 a.m. Friday to select the final applications for Round 12 of the Clean Ohio Funds.
Boardman Park to expand its disc golf course to 18 holes
Boardman Park to expand its Disc Golf course
Judge Dave D'Apolito to run for vacant DeGenaro judge seat
Judge David A. D’Apolito of Mahoning County Court announced today he is running for a vacant seat on the 7th District Court of Appeals as a Democrat.
Route 14 traffic stop leads to marijuana trafficking arrest
Reports said a 21-year-old man pulled over by police over the weekend told them he was selling marijuana because he had no job and was “hoping to get out of that lifestyle.”
Realtor Flinn hired to be Youngstown's buildings/grounds boss
Mayor Jamael Tito Brown today appointed Kevin Flinn as the city’s buildings and grounds commissioner.
Amphitheater plans Ok'd by city committee; work will start by May
Design Review Committee today approved plans for the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater
Man faces drug charges after leading police on chase
Reports said police had to break out the window of a car and drag a man out of it that they were chasing Monday.
Cause of Cleveland 5-year-old's death still undetermined; found in Dec.; mom arrested
Cause of death undetermined for Ohio boy buried in backyard
Battle continues for Toledo's last abortion clinic
Ohio court upholds order closing last Toledo abortion clinic
Trumbull coroner rules man's death homicide
The Trumbull County Coroner's Office has ruled homicide in the death
Man faces drug charges
Reports said a 21-year-old man pulled over by police over the weekend told them he was selling marijuana
First-responders on scene of Hubbard crash
The Eagle Joint Fire District responded to a call just after 4:30 a.m. Tuesday about a crash on Interstate 80.
Former Traficant aide to begin prison sentence
Former Traficant aide to begin prison sentence YOUNGSTOWN A former aide to the late U.S. Rep.
US trade gap hits $566 billion in 2017, highest since 2008
US trade gap hits $566 billion in 2017, highest since 2008
BUSINESS DIGEST || Arby's purchases Buffalo Wild Wings
Arby’s purchases Buffalo Wild Wings NEW YORK Youngstown-born Arby’s completed its deal to buy
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1956 will host its first monthly breakfast at 9 a.m. Feb. 15 at Denny’s on
Women Retirees of YSU offer scholarship
Women Retirees of YSU offer scholarship YOUNGSTOWN The scholarship committee of the Women
Cops: Home of Patriots’ Gronk robbed during Super Bowl week
Cops: Home of Patriots’ Gronk robbed during Super Bowl week
Emergency officials investigate I-80 crash reports
Emergency officials investigate I-80 crash reports
Motion in Hoerig case
Trumbull County prosecutors have filed a motion asking a common pleas court judge to indicate in writing they have until at least April 16 to bring Claudia Hoerig to trial in the 2007 aggravated murder of her husband, Karl Hoerig, in their Newton Falls home.
Legal-aid workshops
Community Legal Aid is offering free, public workshops this week to anyone who may need legal assistance or who has an interest in these legal topics.
Arraigned in stabbing
Shawn T. Flowers, 52, of Dover Street Southwest, remains in the Trumbull County jail not eligible to make bond after his arraignment Monday in Warren Municipal Court on charges of felonious assault and failure to comply with the orders of a police officer.
Sentenced in drug case
Aaron L. Davis, 32, of Woodview Avenue Southwest, was sentenced to four years in prison Monday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court after pleading guilty to drug charges.
Man is shot in the arm
A 23-year-old man reported being shot in the arm about 12:45 a.m. Saturday in the area of Jackson Street and York Avenue Southwest.
Students collect supplies for troops overseas
Students Serving Veterans, a student group at Austintown Fitch High School, raised a barrel-full of items that will be sent overseas to U.S. troops.
Boardman community weighs in on plan for the township’s future
Boardman officials gather public input for zoning plan Boardman officials seek input for comprehensive plan
Federal appeals court panel rules killer Danny Hill no longer eligible for death penalty
Federal appeals court panel rules killer Danny Hill no longer eligible for death penalty
Company plans walk-in pods that deliver a blast of vitamin D Better than sunlight
By NATHAN PILLING Kitsap Sun BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. Perhaps the best pitch for Solius might
Tirico will host Olympics coverage
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK The biggest change for Americans watching the Winter
"Frasier” actor John Mahoney dies; Cosby lawyers wrong; Paul Simon to retire
newsmakers John Mahoney, who played cranky dad on ‘Frasier,’ dies at 77 LOS ANGELES John
Control blood sugar
Q. I have read that high blood sugar can contribute to erectile dysfunction. My wife died more than
HOW LOW WILL DOW GO?
HOW LOW WILL DOW GO? After 1,175-point plunge, local market pro advises investors not to panic
Ohio juror who voted for death penalty 20 years ago now seeks mercy
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ross Geiger had doubts about recommending a death sentence 20 years
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 3:30 p.m., financial planning and supervision
Man leads police on chase, has to be dragged out of car
Prosecutor puzzled as to why he would not stop
Stocks plunge, Trump hits Dems for nonsupport on economy
President Donald Trump accused congressional Democrats on Monday of being “un-American”
Declassify? House Dems vote to air their Russia-probe memo
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House intelligence committee’s probe of Russian interference in
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1248.47-0.63 Aqua America, .71
Buhl Park hosts Winter Festival on Sunday
Staff Report Buhl Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa., will host its Winter Fest from noon to 3
Trump the unifier? Don’t buy it
Opinion: By John L. MICEK Cagle Cartoons President Donald Trump, who’s never been shy about hammering his
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Awolnation: Tonight on “Jimmy
contributed photo
contributed photo Association to host fundraiser The 13th annual Beer and Wine Tasting, hosted
prep sports at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL STATE POLL The Poland, LaBrae, McDonald and Bristol teams made the Top 10 in
Liberty’s Dra Rushton commits to YSU
Liberty’s Dra Rushton committs to YSU Liberty quarterback Dra Rushton committed to play football
Weekly Silver Sneakers program
Weekly Silver Sneakers program NILES Shepherd of the Valley is hosting a weekly Silver Sneakers
Bipartisan immigration bill surfaces in Senate, Trump knocks it down
Associated Press WASHINGTON A bipartisan immigration proposal surfaced Monday in the Senate,
Pens’ forecast contains Fleury
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Marc-Andre Fleury doesn’t think anything he’s experienced in his
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 6
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 6, the 37th day of 2018. There are 328 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Military is not starving
Opinion: By Miriam Pemberton OtherWords We’re all tense. Hearing about our fellow citizens in Hawaii
NTSB: Crash-producing safety system was being installed
Associated Press CAYCE, S.C. Railway signals were out while crews installed a safety system that
Mahoning valley race course
Mahoning valley race course MONDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $17,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, CLM $7,500 5
Republicans throw the FBI under the bus with ‘memo’
Editorial: Let there be no doubt: Had it been Democratic President Barack Obama and Democrats in Congress who
US begins reducing troops in Iraq after victory over IS
Associated Press AL-ASAD AIRBASE, Iraq The U.S. has started to reduce the number of its troops
Monday, February 5 (126 stories)
Mahoning County sues contractor for unfinished job
Mahoning County sues contractor for unfinished job
Asian shares tumble after Dow has worst day since 2011
Asian shares tumble after Dow has worst day since 2011
Teen fatally shot by LA deputy who thought he had gun
Boy, 16, fatally shot by LA deputy who thought he had gun
Austintown students collect supplies for military personnel
Austintown students collect supplies for military personnel
Deputy killed, 4 other people injured in Colo. shooting
Deputy killed, 4 other people injured in Colo. shooting
US economy fundamentally strong despite market plunge
US economy fundamentally strong despite market plunge
House Republicans working on averting another shutdown
House Republicans working on averting another shutdown
Warren council's public utilities committee meets Tuesday
Warren council's public utilities committee meets Tuesday
Newton Township trustees have special meeting Tuesday
Newton Township trustees have special meeting Tuesday
House panel votes to release Democratic memo on Russia probe
House panel votes to release Democratic memo on Russia probe
Police: Suspect in Colts player’s crash death deported twice
Police: Suspect in Colts player’s crash death deported twice
UPDATE | Dow plunges 1,175 points; worst day since '11
UPDATE | Dow plunges 1,175 points; worst day since '11
Ruling may exempt Danny Lee Hill from death penalty
Ruling may exempt Danny Lee Hill from death penalty
Girard man faces charges after fight at Boardman bar
Girard faces charges after fight at Boardman bar
2 victims of Sunday crash had left vehicle when they were killed
2 victims of Sunday crash had left vehicle when they were killed
Arby’s closes deal for Buffalo Wild Wings, forms new company
Arby’s closes deal for Buffalo Wild Wings, makes new company
Police: Woman suffers broken back after row with son over drugs
Police: Woman suffers broken back after row with son over drugs
UPDATE | Bipartisan immigration bill surfaces, Trump knocks it down
Bipartisan immigration bill surfaces, Trump knocks it down
Trump, first lady head to Ohio for rare joint policy trip
Trump, first lady head to Ohio for rare joint policy trip
Ohio convention center to add restaurant built in old plane
Ohio convention center to add restaurant built in old plane
Murder suspect rejects plea; trial could start Tuesday
Murder suspect rejects plea; trial could start Tuesday
For Bon-Ton, founded in 19th century, an uncertain future
For Bon-Ton, founded in 19th century, an uncertain future
Coffee & conversation with master gardeners
Coffee & conversation with master gardeners CANFIELD Mahoning County Master Gardeners will host
Man faces additional drug charges after jail search
Man faces additional drug charges after jail search
Mahoning auditor Meacham will seek second four-year term
Mahoning auditor Meacham will seek second four-year term
Powell sworn in as 16th chairman of Federal Reserve
Powell sworn in as 16th chairman of Federal Reserve
Philadelphians take to the streets to celebrate Super Bowl
Philadelphians take to the streets to celebrate Super Bowl
Woman with $559M Powerball ticket wants to stay anonymous
Woman with $559M Powerball ticket wants to stay anonymous
Area events, fundraisers and more that are worth a look
auctions The Junior Group of Goodwill Auction and Jewelry Sale will take place from 6:30 to 9:30
District announces open enrollment
District announces open enrollment Struthers The Struthers City School District will have open
Kids inspire 'Leadership' for Akron Children's CEO
William Considine says he learned much about leadership from his patients
New after-school program in Liberty will provide enrichment activities for 50 middle-schoolers.
A new after-school program in Liberty aims to help students succeed academically, socially and emotionally.
Many of his ideas came from listening to the hospital’s patients, their families, and its staff
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AKRON William H. Considine, chief executive officer of
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Liberty Township trustees, 1 p.m., meeting with Trumbull County Engineers, county
Is ethnic cleansing the goal?
Opinion: By Peter Certo OtherWords I’ll be honest: I didn’t watch Trump’s State of the Union address when
Investment in mental-health care in jails reaps dividends for inmates & public safety
Editorial: County jails in our state and nation face increasingly daunting tasks in carrying out their
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 70 in the final round of the Phoenix Open and finished at
ON THE LINKS Sunday’s professional golf results
PHOENIX OPEN SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. Gary Woodland beat Chez Reavie with a par on the first hole of a
Human-trafficking probes rise in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Human-trafficking investigations in Ohio rose last year to its highest
Foles wins MVP, battle between quarterbacks
Associated Press Minneapolis Cast aside once in Philadelphia, Nick Foles delivered the city its
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
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 5
Today is Monday, Feb. 5, the 36th day of 2018. There are 329 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Senior trio has Blue Jays soaring
Coach Pat Keney credits Michaelina Terranova, Emily Williams and Haley Lengyel for turning J-M into a regional contender.
AP source: Cavs not planning to fire Lue
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue has a long list of immediate concerns.
Not just boy and girl; more teens identify as transgender
By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer CHICAGO Far more U.S. teens than previously thought are
Amtrak crash in SC kills 2, injures 100+
Amtrak crash in South Carolina leaves 2 dead, over 100 hurt AP Photo SCJB302, SCCOL103, SCJB102,
No. 17 Ohio State holds off pesky Illinois
Keita Bates-Diop had a career-high 35 points and 13 rebounds.
Humor and social messages proliferate at a tame Super Bowl
This year’s Super Bowl ads ran the gamut from tame humor to ... tame messages about social causes.
Super sub: Foles leads Eagles over Patriots
The Philadelphia Eagles’ flight from last to first ended up with a Lombardi Trophy.
Democrats looking to Romney to keep Trump from a second term
Opinion: By David M. SHRIBMAN Andrews McMeel Syndication In this era, when the inexplicable is
SPORTS digest
Pikunas leads Zips women’s golf in Florida Akron The Akron women’s golf team traveled to
Colts linebacker Jackson struck and killed by suspected drunk driver
The Colts said in a statement Sunday that the team is “heartbroken” by Jackson’s death.
SUNDAY’s OTHER COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 1 Villanova 92, Seton Hall 76 PHILADELPHIA Omari Spellman had 26 points, 11 rebounds
Key plays go Philadelphia’s way
The play of the game came in the final minutes of the fourth quarter.
Two killed, more than 100 people were injured in Amtrak crash
It was the third deadly wreck involving Amtrak in less than two months.
HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL SFlbSCHEDULE TODAY GIRLS BASKETBALL South Range at Ursuline, 7 p.m. Garfield
New England defense unable to figure out Philly offense
The 41 points New England allowed were more than they have given up in any Super Bowl in the Bill Belichick era.
Trump praises service personnel, Eagles
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. President Donald Trump expressed appreciation for U.S.
AROUND THE NHL | Sunday’s games
Golden Knights 4, Capitals 3 WASHINGTON Alex Tuch scored the go-ahead goal with 5:12 remaining
Lawmakers: Memo doesn’t clear Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump was wrong to assert that a GOP-produced
Poor People’s Campaign readies US mobilization
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. The renewed version of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s campaign
‘Jumanji’ reboot retakes top spot
‘Jumanji’ reboot retakes top spot NEW YORK The heir to “Titanic” is ... “Jumanji: Welcome the
RECAPS OF SUNDAY’S NBA GAMES
Hornets 115, Suns 110 PHOENIX Nicolas Batum scored 22 points and the Charlotte Hornets rallied
China criticizes US for nuclear adversary claims, urges US to reduce its arsenal
Associated Press BEIJING China on Sunday criticized a U.S. government report that cast Beijing
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Cow escapes farm to run free with wild bison WARSAW, Poland A farmyard cow in
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Hahn Loeser and Parke of Cleveland v. Dynamic Structures,
Raucous Google-Uber fight finally heads to trial
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A Google-bred pioneer in self-driving cars and Uber’s beleaguered
Sunday, February 4 (97 stories)
Third quarter: Eagles 29, Patriots 19
The Patriots scored on the first possession of the second half.
Traffic diverted on I-680 after multi-vehicle accident
The accident happened under the Shirley Road overpass
Revived Poor People's Campaign plans national mobilization Monday
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated shortly after he began the first Poor People's Campaign 50 years ago
President Trump ties U.S. soldiers' sacrifice to traditions like Super Bowl
The president was returning to Washington tonight.
Indianapolis Colts player struck and killed by suspected drunk driver
The Indianapolis Colts say linebacker Edwin Jackson was one of two men killed.
US congressman comes to aid of deported immigrant
Jose Escobar was deported after attending what he thought would be a routine check-in with immigration authorities
Amtrak train crash in SC kills two, injures more than 100
It was the third fatal Amtrak crash in two months.
Source: Struggling Cavs have no plans to fire Tyronn Lue
A source says the struggling Cavaliers do not plan to fire head coach Tyronn Lue.
Ohio State men rally past Illinois
Keita Bates-Diop scored a career-high 35 points and had 13 rebounds.
Dog locked away without food, water
New Castle police are trying to determine how long a dog had been left alone in a vacant apartment without food or water when authorities found it while investigating a burglary report Friday at Westview Terrace.
Petition packets available Feb. 7
Signatures can be collected no earlier than Feb. 13, and the deadline to file petitions with the county is March 6.
Private hearing for fired Niles teacher
The board of education has scheduled a Feb. 23 hearing for Christopher Chieffo, a teacher and former assistant principal who was fired last month for falsification of sick leave.
Preschool Lab to offer open enrollment
Preschool Lab to offer open enrollment NEW WILMINGTON, PA The Westminster College Preschool Lab
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 4611 East, Youngstown, will host an overnight trip to Lancaster, Pa., April 6 and 7 to the
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
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’s Church, Boardman, for its monthly meeting.
GARDEN CLUBS
wednesday Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will meet at 7 p.m. Sarah Woodall, certified arborist,
FEDERATED CLUBS
upcoming Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Club meetings will resume at noon March 21 at Caffe
UAWs now merged say: bring it, we will build it
The United Auto Workers Local 1112 and UAW Local 1714 are merged.
Reinhart bounces back from duals loss with EOWL title as Canfield wins team title
David Reinhart scored some revenge and a major upset/
Calhoun vents after Ursuline’s Hughes, Wright State dominate against YSU men
The first-year YSU coach was upset after the Penguins’ 83-57 loss.
Schiavoni: No plans to get out of governor's race
State Sen. Joe Schiavoni said he faces an “uphill battle” to win the governor’s election but has no plans to get out of the race.
YPD, ATF, match ballistic evidence in city to 52 crimes
City police and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives have linked firearm evidence collected at crime scenes in 2017 to 52 unsolved crimes.
Zallows, other Penguin athletes excel in meets
Chad Zallow placed fourth in the 60 hurdles in the Millrose Games.
Niles man celebrates running anniversary by raising money for MetroParks
Since Jan. 4, 1998, Bo Marchionte hasn’t missed a single day of running. Many of those miles have been logged in one location: Mill Creek Park.
African Marketplace kicks off Black History Month
Some 400 attended Saturday’s event in Kilcawley Hall.
YSU women finish strong to beat Detroit
The Penguins have won three consecutive Horizon League road games for the first time since February 2015.
Prince’s spirit lives on at Super Bowl in Minneapolis
By JEFF BAENEN Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Picture this: Prince taking the stage at U.S. Bank
Lecture on steel legacy at Boardman Library
Staff report BOARDMAN Rick Rowlands, local historian and founder of the Youngstown Steel
Valley actress rolls with ‘School of Rock’ tour cast
Elysia Jordan is getting an education – and having a blast – as part of the cast of the “School of Rock” touring production.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Scheduled events February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of
Incarceration and mental illness
Aided by a national initiative aimed at reducing the number of people with mental illnesses in jails, the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office, the county Mental Health and Recovery Board and local providers have partnered to provide services to inmates with mental illnesses, with the goal that they won’t end back up in jail.
ON THE LINKS WITH … Jason Kokrak
Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate made six birdies in a third-round 68 during the Phoenix Open at
Paul Newberry: No cure for Patriot Fatigue, so savor the greatness
Patriot Fatigue is a national affliction.
Police: Extreme-right gunman shoots six Africans in Italy
Police: Extreme-right gunman shoots six Africans in Italy MILAN An Italian gunman with extreme
sMLB news & notes
cleveland indians Jim Thome wants block ‘C,’ on HOF plaque CLEVELAND Newly elected Hall of
SATURDAY’S PREP ROUNDUP | More results, scores & summaries
BOYS BASKETBALL Parma Padua 66, Ursuline 51 CANTON Kevin Peterson scored a game high 30 points
Big-play LBs, WRs get call
Ray Lewis and Brian Urlacher terrorized opposing offenses from the middle of the field.
On eve of Trump’s visit, Ohioans call for more help in opioid crisis
Associated Press CINCINNATI President Donald Trump heads to Ohio on Monday to make Cincinnati-
Eagles borrow from the Patriot Way
The Philadelphia Eagles are an unselfish group that prioritizes winning over personal accomplishments.
Union sues over freeze placed on cost-of-living pay
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio union’s lawsuit aims to block a planned freeze on costs-of-
MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Saturday’s Top 25 games
No. 2 Virginia 59, Syracuse 44 SYRACUSE, N.Y. De’Andre Hunter scored 15 points, Kyle Guy added
New Castle cops investigate fatal crash
NEW CASTLE, PA. New Castle police are investigating a crash in which a woman was hit by a vehicle
Panda Express plans benefit for Akron Children’s Hospital
BOARDMAN The Panda Express in Boardman, 935 Windham Court, is hosting a Miracle Meals fundraising
Rockets crush crumbling Cavs
With the Rockets up 35 in the third quarter, the Cavs didn’t even bother to huddle during a timeout.
SPORTS digest
Phantoms take another road game from Steel GENEVA, ILL. The Youngstown Phantoms let an early 3-0
SATURDAY’S OTHER NHL GAMES
Ducks 5, Canadiens 2 MONTREAL Defenseman Jeff Petry scored two goals as the Montreal Canadiens
Trump: Probe memo ‘totally vindicates’ me
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Saturday asserted complete vindication
Tour in the footsteps of famous black americans
By RUSSELL CONTRERAS Associated Press PARIS The great African-American writers James Baldwin
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Business seminar SALEM The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is co-sponsoring a “Business Value
Child experts: Just say ‘no’ to Facebook’s new kids app
By MATT O’BRIEN Associated Press BOSTON Child-development experts and advocates are urging
Tri-County Heart Ball will take place at the Metroplex
Staff Report GIRARD The American Heart Association is announcing Andrew D. Thompson, partner and
Game maker using courts to stop online game cheaters
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. The maker of a video game that pits players worldwide in a fight
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Dana Chamber Orchestra, 4 p.m.: Works from the opera “The Barber of
Super Bowl halftime show with Justin Timberlake GET READY TO DANCE
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer MINNEAPOLIS Justin Timberlake was asked about a bromance with
For the Week of Sunday, February 4, 2018
Dolores Woods to Diana M. Coler et al, Brunswick Road, Youngstown, $30,000. Kevin B. Powers et al
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HIRED Farmers Trust Co. is expanding its team with the addition of John M. Rossi as vice
This is what good financial advice looks like
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet Good financial advice can help you achieve your life goals. Bad
Youngstown native finalist for award
Youngstown native finalist for award YOUNGSTOWN Allison Pitinii Davis recently was recently
Super Bowl ads aim for the heart – and sometimes lower
By MAE ANDERSON The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) After a year of political and cultural
Super Bowl Matchups What to watch when the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots face off today:
When the Eagles (15-3) have the ball The Patriots must be wary of a balanced offense that tore
Investigators discount political motive for GOP train crash
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. An Amtrak train carrying dozens of Republican congressmen to a
Women’s TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL
Women’s TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL Saturday’s games No. 18 Ohio State 68, Wisconsin 55
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 4
Today is Sunday, Feb. 4, the 35th day of 2018. There are 330 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Journalism when leadership falters
Opinion: This week, Michigan continued to buckle under the weight of so many institutions that failed in the
Marathon Foundation selects two beneficiaries
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Marathon Foundation Board recently selected United Way of
Game day recipes to make for all to enjoy
Crush game day cravings with these enticing snacks. West Virginia Pepperoni Roll Dip Prep time:
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Education Ph.D. from PSU Lauren R. Camacci received her Ph.D. in communication
Man says he’s devastated about sending missile alert
Associated Press HONOLULU A former Hawaii state worker who sent a false missile alert last month
Congress is to blame for immigration mess
Opinion: Congress is to blame for immigration mess Anyone with a heart and a sense of justice supports the
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Woman in the Window” by A.J. Finn (William Morrow) 2. “Fall From
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 7 p.m., administration building, 6844 Strimbu Drive.
SATURDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
Clippers 113, Bulls 103 LOS ANGELES Tobias Harris scored 24 points in his Clippers debut,
Investment pros stay calm after rate fears clobber stocks
Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market has finally found something to fear. For more than
Jennings Center features family events this month
The first event is how to make your own maple syrup
Congressional redistricting is a matter of political trust
Editorial: Ohio Republicans lack credibility when it comes to establishing boundaries for congressional
ICE must come clean
Opinion: Well-known Youngstown businessman Amer “Al” Adi Othman was forced onto an airplane in Chicago last
Good economic news gives rise to bad behavior, which is not good for the country
Opinion: WASHINGTON In 1930, John Maynard Keynes was worried, but not about the unpleasantness that had
Saturday, February 3 (111 stories)
Utility scam theft reported in Brookfield
Police are looking for two men who posed as electrical utility workers to trick an elderly Brookfield woman to get into her home
Dog abandoned and locked away in New Castle apartment
New Castle police are trying to determine how long a dog had been left alone in a vacant apartment without food or water when authorities found it while investigating a burglary report Friday at Westview Terrace.
Hundreds peruse African Marketplace 2018 at YSU
The long-standing annual African Marketplace is an opportunity to be immersed in black culture and heritage through the Youngstown Harambee dance group and drummers and shop at the 30-plus vendors offering items from art works to jewelry and purses and clothing.
John Rosemond - Feelings are the problem, not guns
We’re a month, more or less, into the new year and America has already suffered two school shootings.
Ray Lewis among 2018 Hall of Fame inductees
Lewis, Urlacher, Moss and Owens voted into Hall of Fame.
Pa. election petition packets available Wednesday
Petition packets for Democratic and Republican precinct committee offices and Greenville Home Rule Government Study Commission will be available beginning Wednesday in the election office at the Mercer County Courthouse.
Fired Niles teacher to have private hearing Feb. 23
The board of education has scheduled a Feb. 23 hearing for Christopher Chieffo, a teacher and former assistant principal who was fired last month for falsification of sick leave.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty, Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty, Girard
Pick the winners in the Vindicator's annual Best of Film contest
The Vindicator’s annual contest to pick the winners is underway.
Improve fitness
Improve fitness CANFIELD The Ursuline Health and Wellness Center, 4280 Shields Road, can help
Archery, air-rifle event
Archery, air-rifle event Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Association, 1058 W. Third St., will
Drug charges
Drug charges YOUNGSTOWN A Cameron Avenue man is in the Mahoning County jail after reports said
Police investigate homicide, stabbing
Warren police detectives are investigating a homicide and a stabbing from Thursday.
Local business will host shopping event
Local business will host shopping event BOARDMAN Ivory & Birch, 7631 Market St., will open from
Scouts to begin celebration of 108th anniversary of service to America’s youth
Scouts to begin celebration of 108th anniversary of service to America’s youth
Mother, daughter charged in theft
Melissa Collinsworth, 33, of Bob-O-Link Drive, is accused of concealing 25 products while her daughter, Maria Harbison, 15, left the store with several items in her purse and was stopped in the parking lot, the report said.
Dogs returned to Howland man
A man whose dogs are accused of biting a Newton Township woman Jan. 22 had the dogs returned to him late Thursday afternoon.
Junior Achievement office recognized
Junior Achievement USA has recognized the staff and board of directors of Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley with the 2016-17 Peak Performance Team Award.
Waiver day at Warren schools
Warren City Schools have scheduled a waiver day Monday during which students won’t be attending class.
Hundreds of socks, shoes to be distributed
Ankle & Foot collected new and nearly new shoes donated by employees, podiatrists, patients and friends from late November through early January.
Warren receives government award
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to Warren
Charged with drug possession
Reports said police found two bags of suspected crack cocaine, 11 pills and $1,065 cash on a man pulled over about 8:25 p.m. Thursday at West Princeton and Hudson avenues for an improper turn.
Corbett, distance wins at invitational
Youngstown State senior Jaynee Corbett won the weight throw and the Penguins had a strong showing in the distance events on the first day of competition at the YSU Mid-Major Invitational at the WATTS on Friday.
Chad Zallow to run in Millrose Games
Youngstown State junior Chad Zallow will compete against some of the top runners in the world in the 60m hurdles at the Millrose Games on Saturday at the Armory in New York City. Zallow’s race will be televised live at 4:08 p.m. on NBC.
Love to miss 2 months with broken hand
Cavaliers forward Kevin Love will miss two months with a broken left hand, but he does not need surgery.
YSU swimming wins on Senior Day
The Youngstown State swimming and diving team closed out its dual season with a strong performance against Cleveland State on Friday night at the Beeghly Natatorium. The Penguins won the dual 167-129.
Raucous party lands football standout in legal trouble
Struthers’ Nathan Richards is accused of slapping two drunken juveniles and dousing them with maple syrup.
Red Devils hold off charging Leopards
Dra Rushton puts up 30 for Liberty; Campbell’s Nikolas Kouros posts 24.
Ohio BCI finishes probe of Girard cop killing
The Trumbull County prosecutor will review the findings over the next few weeks.
This YSU social work prof is a writer at heart
A Youngstown State University professor, whose writing passion is clearly alive and well, was recently published in her second fiction anthology
Friday’s PREP ROUNDUP
BOYS BASKETBALL Ursuline 43, Cardinal Mooney 29 YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline outscored Cardinal Mooney
11 Ursuline students plan trip to Nicaragua
From April 2-8, during Ursuline’s spring break, students will travel to the Central American country to help the locals fulfill what some may say are basic needs.
Prayer matters in West Branch
Community members surrounding West Branch Schools are sporting “Prayer Matters” shirts in support of a long-standing tradition that has come under fire
Phantoms defeat Steel for third straight win
Chase Gresock, Jack Malone, Tommy Parrottino and Mike Regush scored goals on Friday as the Youngstown Phantoms won their third straight game.
Lecture on black Civil War soldiers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Leonne Hudson, a history professor at Kent State University, will give a
An interview with Roy Wood Jr. of ‘This Is Not Happening’ Comedy in the Trump era
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK It’s fitting that comedian Roy Wood Jr. is an
‘Call Me’ director, 89, could set Oscar record
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK James Ivory didn’t see “Call Me By Your Name” with an
Niles is in compliance with many of auditor’s suggestions
City says most state auditor recommendations were already implemented
YSUF/YBI announce partnership with startup
A partnership between Youngstown State University Foundation and PrintSYSt, an Israeli tech startup, is just the latest partnership to come out of a trip to Israel by YSU and YBI officials.
Beatitude House teams up with Trumbull women's shelters
Beatitude House is collaborating with Someplace Safe and Solace Center, Trumbull County’s domestic-violence programs, to meet the ongoing needs of women and children in Beatitude’s Warren transitional housing facility.
Youngstown mayor hires a parks and recreation director
He expects to make other cabinet appointments next week.
Davis YMCA's 5th art show features 9 states, 11 countries
YMCA Arts and Humanities coordinator Suzanne Gray holds two entries in this year’s FIVE Squared art show at the Davis Family YMCA in Boardman,, which opens Sunday.
Brady, Pats are Super slow starters
Tom Brady has accomplished just about everything when it comes to playing in the Super Bowl.
US stocks swoon, sending Dow down 650+ points
Associated Press U.S. stocks slumped Friday, and the market suffered its worst week in two years,
RIGHT-to-work issue Holdouts face new efforts to change labor laws
Associated Press TOLEDO Hemmed in by a growing number of states that block mandatory union fees
The campaigns funds of Reps. Bill Johnson and Tim Ryan are flush with cash
None of their challengers have filed campaign finance reports
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Wood’s death being deemed ‘suspicious’ LOS ANGELES Los Angeles County sheriff’s
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE | TODAY’S ENTRIES
Post Time: 12:15P.M. RACE 1 $22,100, 3 yo, 1M, MSW 1 Serve (Quinones) 122 4/1 2 Vermillion
INSIDE THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under par 69 in the second round of the Phoenix Open at TPC
Today is Saturday, Feb. 3, the 34th day of 2018. There are 331 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, Feb. 3, the 34th day of 2018. There are 331 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Militant hideout found shows security woes
Associated Press KABUL, AFGHANISTAN The discovery of an Islamic State hideout filled with
California Palms receives Medicaid cease-and-desist letter
California Palms Addiction Recovery Campus received a cease and desist letter from the Ohio Department of Medicaid Friday.
Remarkable kinglets are small wonders
If asked to name the smallest bird that visits backyard feeders, I suspect most people would answer
New data: Child-abuse deaths are on the rise
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Newly released federal figures show a sharp rise in child-abuse
Custom lures make sense
Many years ago, too many to count, a friend warned us to avoid eating garlic the day before a bass
Cancer from cellphones? New studies say not likely
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two government studies that bombarded rats and mice with cellphone
Scouts to begin celebration of 108th anniversary of service to America’s youth
Staff report Scout Sunday, which will take place Sunday, begins the celebration of the 108th
Warren police book man into Trumbull jail for 25th time
Staff report WARREN A man arrested by Warren police Friday night was slated to be booked into
HAPPY 95th BIRTHDAY Alfred Stefano Sr.
HONOREE Residence: Lowellville Date of birth: Jan. 18, 1923 FAMILY Parents: John and Mary
Commissioners place TB levy renewal on May ballot
Levy funds clinic to screen for and treat tuberculosis
Calls for change growing amid capitol sexual-misconduct claims
Associated Press An Arizona lawmaker who repeatedly harassed women has become the first since the
Trump, Dems clash over declassified memo on Russia probe
President Donald Trump declassified a top-secret congressional memo Friday and suggested it proved the investigation of his presidential campaign and Russia was fatally flawed from the start.
Judge admonishes victims’ dad over incident
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, Mich. A distraught father seething over sexual abuse suffered by
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Stanley and Jennifer Tatro, Salem, boy, Feb. 1. Crystal Fox and
Super Bowl ads shying from politics, mind their manners
Associated Press NEW YORK Peyton Manning takes a family to Universal Parks & Resorts. Chris
The raw, the pod and the daring
If you’ve ever been on a canoe trip, a rafting trip or a whitewater adventure, you know the
College to present an Opera Gala
Staff report GROVE CITY, PA. Grove City College’s music department will present an Opera Gala at
YSU BASKETBALL Today’s games
WOMEN Matchup: YSU (9-13, 5-6 Horizon League) at Detroit Mercy (1-20, 1-9). Where: Calihan Hall,
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS | Pro golf results
PHOENIX OPEN SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. Rickie Fowler took a share of the lead into the weekend in the
Ice-rescue training today in Canfield
Staff report CANFIELD Cardinal Joint Fire District will conduct ice-rescue training at the pond
US missile-defense facility for region merits support
Editorial: Mention Camp Ravenna Joint Military Training Center, the sprawling 21,000-acre military
Two events today are tied to black heritage
Opinion: The month always recalls contributions black folks have made in this country
United States takes another step into quicksand of Middle East
Opinion: By Georgie Anne Geyer Andrews McMeel Syndication WASHINGTON Watching the troubling events on
Selected local stocks
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Is male fertility on the decline?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons According to the British newspaper The Telegraph, if problems
Man involved in fatal crash in jail on drug charges
Michael Malvasi faces charges for trafficking in hashish
Friday, February 2 (155 stories)
Illegal or not, West Branch wants its prayers back
Some members of the West Branch schools community are sporting “Prayer Matters” T-shirts in support of a long-standing tradition that has come under fire.
State findings in shooting death of Girard cop sent to prosecutor
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has sent its findings in the shooting of Girard police officer Justin Leo to the Trumbull County Prosecutor’s office.
Struthers football standout charged in party altercation
A standout Struthers High School football player will appear in court Feb. 28 facing charges of assault, witness intimidation and other charges after accusations that he slapped two drunken juveniles and doused them with maple syrup at a November house party.
Ursuline students set to lend hand, observe foreign culture in Nicaragua
Eleven Ursuline High students accompanied by six adults are planning an upcoming trip to Nicaragua in April.
Ashtabula housing inspector charged with raping woman
Ashtabula housing inspector charged with raping woman
Mitsubishi issues recalls for loose sunroofs, brake trouble
Mitsubishi issues recalls for loose sunroofs, brake trouble
California Palms receives Medicaid cease and desist order
California Palms receives Medicaid cease and desist
Cavs' Love out 2 months with broken hand, avoids surgery
Cavs' Love out 2 months with broken hand, avoids surgery
John Rosemond - Proper attitude, not proper methods, can help with authority
Here we go again with a typical post-1960s parenting canard
90 migrants feared drowned after boat capsizes off Libya
90 migrants feared drowned after boat capsizes off Libya
Rihanna, Macron champion millions for global education
Rihanna, Macron champion millions for global education
Ohio man charged with raping woman during housing inspection
Ohio man charged with raping woman during housing inspection
Officer Leo shooting report received by prosecutor
Officer Leo shooting report received by prosecutor
Prominent baseball agent suggests spring training boycott
Prominent baseball agent suggests spring training boycott
UPDATE | Victims' father apologizes for trying to attack Nassar
Victims' father apologizes for trying to attack Nassar
UK film academy ousts Harvey Weinstein over sex abuse claims
UK film academy ousts Harvey Weinstein over sex abuse claims
UPDATE | GOP memo criticizing FBI surveillance is released
GOP memo criticizing FBI surveillance is released
Canfield man from fatal crash jailed for unrelated drug charge
Michael Malvasi was also involved in a fatal November crash
Trump: FBI, DOJ have ’politicized’ probe in favor of Dems
Trump: FBI, DOJ have ’politicized’ probe in favor of Dems
Was it Take-Your-Daughter-to-Jail-Day in Boardman?
Mother, daughter arrested after Kohl's shoplifting incident
Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown
Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown
Mahoning County voters to see TB renewal levy on May ballot
Mahoning County voters to see TB renewal levy on May ballot
Man who attacked London Muslims imprisoned for over 40 years
Man who attacked London Muslims imprisoned for over 40 years
Youngstown cops find drugs, pills after South Side traffic stop
Youngstown cops find drugs, pills after South Side traffic stop
Mexicans living abroad send home a record $28.8 billion
Mexicans living abroad send home a record $28.8 billion
Super Fan: 81-year-old has attended every Super Bowl
Super Fan: 81-year-old has attended every Super Bowl
Cleveland mayor’s nephew sentenced on federal weapons charge
Cleveland mayor’s nephew sentenced on federal weapons charge
Why Bill's Place closed
Why Bill’s Place closed AUSTINTOWN The Ohio Department of Commerce told The Vindicator on
Ohio school board says member under investigation should resign
Ohio school board says member under investigation should resign
US added strong 200K jobs in Jan.; pay up most in 8 years
US added strong 200K jobs in Jan.; pay up most in 8 years
Suspect sought
Warren police are looking for a suspect they believe was involved in a stabbing about 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the 100 block on Porter Street NE.
Man's body found in car
Man’s body found in car WARREN Warren police are treating the death of Darrin Andrews, 35, whose
Tanker leaks tar in Hubbard
Crews worked for several hours to contain tar that was leaking from a tanker after a minor collision behind the Love's gas station
Hoerig case on TV
The CBS newsmagazine 48 Hours will air a segment on the Karl Hoerig homicide case at 9 p.m. Saturday.
New irrigation system at Stambaugh golf course
New irrigation system YOUNGSTOWN The city hired a company for $515,500 to replace the 80-year-
Crash in Milton Township
A tractor-trailer jackknifed and struck a guardrail along the westbound lanes of I-76.
Penguins offer little resistance in loss to Northern Kentucky
In a high-scoring shootout with the Norse, the more experienced side proved to be better and the Penguins lost, 95-85.
Campbell donates seized drug equipment to TCI’s garden program
Equipment seized by Campbell police during a drug raid will find new use at the Trumbull Correctional Institute as part of the prison’s inmate agricultural program.
Backups lead YSU women over Oakland
Mary Dunn scored a career-high 24 points and Kelley Wright had a season-high 13.
Canfield’s Ross part of the Patriot Way
The Canfield and John Carroll graduate is in his second stint with the Patriots’ scouting department.
Bresha Meadows apparently coming back home to Warren Sunday
Bresha Meadows, now 16, who pleaded guilty last May to involuntary manslaughter in the shooting death of her father, is expected to return home to live with her mother Sunday.
Youngstown mayor hires retired CPA to help with city’s finances
He’ll work for the city through April 30.
Phantoms steel for big weekend in Chicago
Brad Patterson can’t remember the USHL’s Eastern Conference standings being so tight.
Child rapist gets two life sentences
The Youngstown man repeatedly raped the boy from the time he was 9 until he was 13.
Harris scores 36 points as Irish rout Cardinals
Ursuline’s Dayshanette Harris just missed a triple-double.
‘Black Panther’ writer hopes film hype transfers to comic book
By JESSE J. HOLLAND Associated Press WASHINGTON As people gear up for the “Black Panther”
Helen Mirren on ‘Winchester’ role
By MIKE CIDONI LENNOX AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Helen Mirren says her new film
Reinforced cage required before shepherds can go home
The three German Shepherds taken to the Trumbull County Dog Pound after a woman alleged they bit her at Venture Plastics in Newton Township on Jan. 22 will be evaluated to determine if they are healthy enough to return home.
Judge removes Deborah Drawl as Mecca Township fiscal officer
Judge Andrew Logan of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court ruled to remove Deborah Drawl as Mecca Township fiscal officer Thursday, citing her unwillingness to accept training from other area fiscal officers.
WRTA director says Warren Express likely to see increased frequency
The Warren Express, a Western Reserve Transit Authority bus route that travels between Youngstown and Warren, is likely to see increased frequency sometime this year, said James Ferraro, WRTA executive director.
Judge rules against suppressing evidence in the Jacob LaRosa murder case
The judge in the Jacob LaRosa aggravated-murder case has denied LaRosa’s attempt to suppress evidence obtained by police March 31, 2015, the day LaRosa is accused of killing his elderly neighbor in her home in Niles.
Read Aloud Day focuses on importance of literacy
Josh Batchelor reads from “Tiki and Ronde Barber: Teammates” to Shelly Culp’s fifth-grade class at Austintown Intermediate School Thursday for World Read Aloud Day. Culp bought the book for Batchelor to spark his interest in reading when she had him as a third-grade student at Watson Elementary.
Fat Tuesday concert, event at museum
WARREN The W.D. Packard Band and the National Packard Museum will present a “Fat Tuesday” concert
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Events
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time
McKinney ends legal challenge of mayor’s race but still insists ’17 election ‘tainted with fraud’
Opinion: Just before he was to have his day in court, Sean McKinney withdrew his lawsuit against the Mahoning
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate put together five birdies
ON THE LINKS THURSDAY Pro golf results
PHOENIX OPEN SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. Bill Haas played a five-hole stretch in 5 under and shot a
NFL roundup
PITTSBURGH STEELERS Shazier released from hospital after injury pittsburgh Injured Pittsburgh
CLUB CALENDAR
associations American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Court: Execution method constitutional
Associated Press CINCINNATI A federal appeals court has upheld the constitutionality of Ohio’s
YEARS AGO FOR FEBRUARY 2
Today is Friday, Feb. 2, the 33rd day of 2018. There are 332 days left in the year. This is
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1252.420.40 Aqua America, .71
Christina Becker, Bryant Salcedo are engaged
CANFIELD Stephen and Janice Salcedo of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their son, Bryant
Tax bill begins delivery to American workers Bigger paychecks
By SARAH SKIDMORE SELL AP Personal Finance Writer The contentious tax overhaul is beginning to
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit St., Youngstown, food
CVMS recognizes winter sports teams
School spirit was flying high during Canfield Village Middle School’s Winter Sports Pep Assembly on Jan. 26.
Jan. 18
Jan. 18 Fraud: A fraudulent credit card was reportedly used for a purchase order at a business in
Laura Brown, Matthew Miller to marry in May
columbiana Laura Ann Brown and Matthew Robert Miller of Olmsted Falls, together with their
Mooney’s annual fund suprasses $100,000
Cardinal Mooney High School’s annual fund has reached $100,000. With the fund scheduled to wrap
Boardman Community Briefs
Knitting guild to meet on Feb. 13 The Western Reserve Knitting Guild will meet on Feb. 13 at 7
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
The grand jury also indicted these people Thursday on these charges: Ricky Carter, 26, Thornton
Girl in Slender Man stabbing is given maximum penalty
Associated Press WAUKESHA, Wis. A Wisconsin girl who stabbed a classmate to curry favor with
Russia investigation Trump to approve release of GOP memo
Associated Press WASHINGTON Over the strong objections of his own Justice Department, President
AROUND THE NHL | Thursday’s games
Hurricanes 2, Canadiens 0 RALEIGH, N.C. Cam Ward stopped 27 shots in his second shutout of the
Study: Racist messages land on campuses in surging numbers
Associated Press White supremacist groups have targeted college campuses in surging numbers since
South African musician will visit Westminster
Staff report NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Grammy award winning musician and “empowerment facilitator”
LOS ANGELES Students say school shooting was an accident
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A classmate of a 12-year-old girl considered a person of interest
GOP legislators gather, seek winning ’18 agenda
Associated Press WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.VA. Republicans gathered at a West Virginia resort
3 in Ohio House want lawmaker to resign over crass remarks
Associated Press COLUMBUS A group of Democratic women in the Ohio House on Thursday called for
Club offers fish dinners
Club offers fish dinners washingtonville Beaver Creek Sportsman Club, 14480 Washingtonville
Howland woman who assisted killer sentenced to probation
Howland woman who assisted killer sentenced to probation
Canfield swim and dive team honors senior swimmers
The Canfield swim and dive team celebrated Senior Night on Jan. 17 with a win over Alliance.
Ramunnos mark anniversary at dinner party
poland James and Beverly Ramunno of Poland marked their 50th wedding anniversary at a family party
Use voices of past to crush resurgent racism today
Editorial: Since their inception nine decades ago, black history observances in February have served as
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP | Thursday’s recaps, scores & summaries
BOYS BASKETBALL East Liverpool 60, Beaver Local 45 LISBON Beaver Local started off cold, only
THURSDAY’S OTHER COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 1 Villanova 98, Creighton 78 PHILADELPHIA Mikal Bridges scored 21 points and Jalen
THURSDAY’S NBA GAMES
Pistons 104, Grizzlies 102 DETROIT Blake Griffin had 24 points and 10 rebounds in his debut for Detroit, and the Pistons edged the Memphis Grizzlies.
SPORTS digest
Jack Loew pulls Colon from Silver Gloves YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown boxing trainer Jack Loew pulled
Colleges fleecing teachers, students
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords On Friday, Jan. 26, I was in a good mood. I was about to start
POLICE BLOTTER
Jan. 18 Aggravated menacing: Austintown police handed to Boardman authorities Christopher S.
Mill Creek celebrates winter in Davis Center
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Mill Creek Metroparks had a special “Toyland“ holiday
Fitch combines jazz and dessert for sweet sounding night
Bakers gathered and musicians performed at Austintown’s third annual Jazz and Dessert night on Jan. 27 in the Austintown Middle School cafetorium.
Highway Tabernacle to participate in Night to Shine prom event
Highway Tabernacle church recently announced that they will serve as one of more than 500 churches
Mooney hosts “Athletic Hall of Fame” dinner
On Feb. 18, Cardinal Mooney High School will host its 26th annual “Athletic Hall of Fame” dinner at
FIVE Squared art show opens
The Davis Family YMCA is hosting its fifth annual FIVE Squared benefit art show and sale from Feb. 4
Austintown schools’ orchestras entertain parents
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Middle and Intermediate Schools had their
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Mooney hosts “Athletic Hall of Fame” dinner
On Feb. 18, Cardinal Mooney High School will host its 26th annual “Athletic Hall of Fame” dinner at
Canfield Community Briefs
Knitting guild to meet on Feb. 13 The Western Reserve Knitting Guild will meet on Feb. 13 at 7
Softball clinic offered for grades 1-8
Girls in first- through eighth-grade are invited to participate in a two-day softball clinic
Rotary hosts ‘Night at the Races’
The Poland Rotary had their seventh annual Chili Open Derby at Holy Family Parish Center on Jan. 26 to raise money for 16 charities.
Poland Community Briefs
Knitting guild to meet on Feb. 13 The Western Reserve Knitting Guild will meet on Feb. 13 at 7
Boardman schools celebrate 100 years of art
Boardman Schools continued their 100th anniversary celebration on Jan. 20 with a night dedicated to the art programs throughout the district at Boardman High School.
Memorial group gives back to autistic children
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Mike Hull Mini Grant Review Committee presented gifts to
Spartan swimmers and divers break records
The Spartans placed first in 19 out of 24 events, broke one school record and three conference
Austintown Community Briefs
Sausage and pancake breakfast fundraiser to be Feb. 4 The Immaculate Heart of Mary Knights of
Mill Creek celebrates winter in Davis Center
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Mill Creek Metroparks had a special “Toyland“ holiday
Poland library boosts toddlers’ literacy skills
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland library had a story time and craft for children
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman Community Baseball registration announced Registration for Boardman Community Baseball
FIVE Squared art show to open
The Davis Family YMCA is hosting its fifth annual FIVE Squared benefit art show and sale from Feb.
Miss Van Horn to be bride of Kevin Lang
COLUMBUS David and Gwen Lang of Poland are announcing the engagement of their son, Kevin Thompson
FIVE Squared art show to open at Davis Family YMCA
The Davis Family YMCA is hosting its fifth annual FIVE Squared benefit art show and sale from Feb.
Families decorate cookies
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Boardman Park invited families to bake cookies for Santa
Thursday, February 1 (123 stories)
Teen convicted of killing dad returning to mom's home in Warren
Bresha Meadows, now 16, who pleaded guilty last May to involuntary manslaughter in the shooting death of her father, is expected to return home to live with her mother on Sunday.
Seized pot-growing equipment to grow food at TCI for poor
Equipment seized by Campbell police during a drug raid will find new use at the Trumbull Correctional Institute as part of the prison’s inmate agricultural program.
Shepherds that bit woman in Newton Twp. to be evaluated
The three German Shepherds taken to the Trumbull County Dog Pound after a woman alleged they bit her at Venture Plastics in Newton Township Jan. 22 will be evaluated to determine if they are healthy enough to return home.
38-year-old gets 2 life sentences for raping boy from age 9 to 13
A man who raped a boy over the course of five years will serve two consecutive life sentences in prison.
YSU beating reigning HL champs at home
YSU hits six threes to lead Northern Kentucky, 43-40, at the break.
Teen gets prison for aggravated vehicular homicide
Teen gets prison for aggravated vehicular homicide
Warren police say Youngstown man's death is homicide
Warren police say Youngstown man's death is homicide
2nd teen in Slender Man stabbing gets 40 years
A Wisconsin girl who stabbed a classmate to curry favor with the fictional horror character Slender Man will be committed to a mental hospital for 40 years, a judge ordered Thursday, explaining his decision as “an issue of community protection.”
Cage required before German Shepherds can be returned
Reinforced cage required before German Shepherds can be returned
UPDATE | Doctor: Most seriously hurt in LA shooting 'extremely lucky'
Doctor: Most seriously hurt in LA shooting 'extremely lucky'
Workplace slayings suspect in Mich. had AK-47, ammunition
Workplace slayings suspect in Mich. had AK-47, ammunition
Report: Migrant shoots 4 others in melee in north France
Migrant shoots 4 others in melee in north France
Arizona House kicks out lawmaker over sex misconduct
Arizona House kicks out lawmaker over sex misconduct
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 31
A Mahoning County Grand Jury Thursday indicted 24 people including Jeffrey Wescott, 51, and Mandy Hale, 36, both of Moore Street, on counts of illegal manufacture of drugs, illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, possession of drugs, child endangering and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Youngstown man gets life sentence for raping child
Youngstown man gets life sentence for raping child
Faith through arts display at Canfield Presbyterian Church
Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W. Main St., will present A Celebration of Faith through the Arts.
Mahoning grand jury indicts man who shot at officers
Man who shot at officers indicted by grand jury
US says Syria may be using new weapons to deliver chemicals
US says Syria may be using new weapons to deliver chemicals
Timberlake rules out 'N Sync reunion at Super Bowl show
Timberlake rules out 'N Sync reunion at Super Bowl show
Heat's Goran Dragic selected as All-Star replacement
Heat's Goran Dragic selected as All-Star replacement
Ohio deputy fatally shoots suspect during altercation
Ohio deputy fatally shoots suspect during altercation
Judge candidates at the Trumbull County Family Court
There are now at least three candidates for the two judgeships at the Trumbull County Family Court
2 taken into custody on drug charges
Police serving search warrants Tuesday investigating drug activity at two separate houses took two people into custody.
Trial pushed back for Niles man charged in murder
The trial for Matthew L. Wilson, 33, of Niles and Minerva, charged with murder, felonious assault and child endangering in the Feb. 10 death of his 5-week-old daughter, has been pushed back to June 11.
Pennsylvania gas drilling fee revenue rebounded in 2017
Pennsylvania gas drilling fee revenue rebounded in 2017
UPS posts $1.1 billion profit for 4Q on high online shopping
UPS posts $1.1 billion profit for 4Q on high online shopping
Minority firms get 1 pct of $1B Duke Energy coal ash work
Minority firms get 1 pct of $1B Duke Energy coal ash work
UPDATE | Debra Drawl removed as Mecca Twp. fiscal officer
Debra Drawl removed as Mecca Twp. fiscal officer
Work continues to clean up sludge spill in Hubbard
Work continues to clean up sludge spill in Hubbard
Howland woman gets probation for role in 2017 shooting
Howland woman gets probation for role in 2017 shooting
African-American art lecture at the Butler
Louis Zona, director of the Butler Institute of American Art, will give a free lecture at 2 p.m. Sunday
Campbell donates seized drug equipment to Trumbull prison
Campbell donates seized drug equipment to Trumbull prison
Supreme Court won’t hear Cleveland gun registry case
Supreme Court won’t hear Cleveland gun registry case
3 Ohio House Dems want lawmaker to resign over crass remarks
3 Ohio House Dems want lawmaker to resign over crass remarks
Long-term US mortgage rise for fourth straight week
Long-term US mortgage rise for fourth straight week
Ohio House passes bill to protect personal info about judges
Ohio House passes bill to protect personal info about judges
Cruze January sales off 45 percent from 2017 sales
The Chevrolet Cruze compact car had 9,425 sales in January, down from 17,278 sales in January 2017, GM said today.
Mayor hires finance person to help thru April
Mayor Jamael Tito Brown hired a retired certified public accountant today as an “executive on loan” who will help with a variety of finance-department services.
Man arrested in Austintown had already been deported in 2016
A Mexican citizen arrested in Austintown faces federal charges for reentering the country following a deportation.
Lordstown reduces shifts today, Friday due to supply
The General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex will work half shifts today
Pence touts tax cuts, slams Manchin in West Virginia
Pence touts tax cuts, slams Manchin in West Virginia
January US auto sales expected to rise only a little
January US auto sales expected to rise only a little
Cuban in ICE custody dies from pneumonia; resisted treatment
Cuban man held by immigration authorities dies in custody
WDFC Theatrical to present ‘The Nerd’
WDFC Theatrical Productions will present the comedy “The Nerd” at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Union Hall, 547 Prospect St.
Academy to host carnival Wednesday
Academy to host carnival Wednesday YOUNGSTOWN South Side Academy students and staff invite the
Canfield wrestling reaches first state dual tournament
Tyler Stein pinned Blake Robbins and Canfield added another milestone to what’s currently the best era of Cardinals wrestling
Girard hopes to develop bike trails along the Mahoning River
The city would like to use the former Leatherworks property for the trails and park space.
Howland’s big three do their jobs as Tigers top Harding
Everyone has a role to fill on the Howland girls basketball team.
Drawing goes digital at Canfield
In Pete Graff’s art classes at Canfield High School, tablets and shared cloud storage have been integrated into his day-to-day lessons.
SPORTS DIGEST || Warren Sports Hall will meet Feb. 13
The Warren Sports Hall of Fame will hold its annual membership meeting on Feb. 13 at DiLucia’s Banquet Center, 2610 Elm Road N.E.
Girard animal-cruelty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Girard appealed an appeals court ruling that overturned John Giordano's conviction for beating a dog.
McKinney withdraws lawsuit seeking new mayoral election
Although he’s convinced the November election he lost for Youngstown mayor was “tainted with fraud and many irregularities,” Sean McKinney withdrew a lawsuit seeking a new election.
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s results
The Wildcats’ balanced scoring was too much for the Warriors in an AAC White Tier matchup.
Youngstown mayor takes time filling Cabinet positions
He’s only appointed a law director and interim finance director so far.
Project will turn poems into sidewalk art
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Excerpts of poems by four Ohio residents will
Toughest Monster Trucks tour returns to Covelli Centre
Megasaurus isn’t a picky eater. But the fire-breathing, car-eating robot dinosaur does have a preference.
Man gets time served for hitting friend with bat
He's also doing two years for failure to pay child support.
Young mom convicted of child endangering drops appeal, seeks release
Judge W. Wyatt McKay of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court denied a request in July filed by her attorney, Michael Partlow, for Davis, 20, to be allowed to leave prison early.
Boardman woman pleads to $200k theft from employer
Prosecutors will recommend 24 months in prison for a woman who stole from the Boardman business.
Eagle fire district'S new 4-legged mascot
Daisy, the Eagle Joint Fire District’s mascot, poses on a fire truck. The playful pup’s role will be to attend events such as parades with the firefighters, and to keep kids engaged when firefighters teach Fire Safety Day at Hubbard Elementary.
Plan to start seeds
Plan to start seeds Most of our vegetables need started around March 1 or after. Some perennials
Insects are winter survivalists
Q. How do insects survive the winter? Are they all eggs that have their own antifreeze? Bill from
Spectrum switched from analog to digital service Tuesday
Call Spectrum to get your digital box for you TV
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Winchester: The House That Ghosts Built (PG-13) Eccentric firearm heiress believes
Brightening winter landscape EVERGREENS
By Kevin Anthony Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Our home is located in a rural area
President Trump goes for it all on vexing issue of immigration
Opinion: By Byron York Andrews McMeel Syndication Back in 2015, before the presidential primaries began,
Eagles having fun on big stage, not intimidated by Patriots
The underdog Philadelphia Eagles are having fun with the media frenzy leading up to the Super Bowl.
NFL news & notes
ROGER GOODELL Commish wants probe of league’s catch rule MINNEAPOLIS Roger Goodell wants to
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games
MEN No. 2 Virginia 74, Louisville 64 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. Kyle Guy scored 22 points and No. 2
Tinfoil hats are the rage
Opinion: By Dick Polman Cagle Cartoons A wild animal is most dangerous when it’s cornered. We’re seeing
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Love lost: Cavaliers to miss injured star
Kevin Love’s broken left hand has caused further damage to the crumbling Cavaliers.
Rebuilding infrastructure Trump’s best bet for unity
Editorial: Following a year of deep political, racial and social divisions, President Donald J. Trump on
More victims confront doctor over abuse
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, Mich. Another wave of victims confronted Larry Nassar on Wednesday,
Woman found dead in Columbus apartment
A woman found dead Monday in a Columbus apartment has been identified as a Warren
OSCAR GAMBLE, 68 Former Tribe outfielder dies of rare tumor of jaw
Associated Press NEW YORK Oscar Gamble, an outfielder who hit 200 home runs over 17 major league
McFadden rooting for his old team in Super Bowl
Paul McFadden was a barefoot kicker for the Eagles for four seasons from 1984-88.
Grammy love for some Youngstowners
Fresh off its first Grammy Award win, The War on Drugs has announced a fresh batch of North American
‘Grave concerns’
FBI weighs in on release of Russia memo Associated Press WASHINGTON The FBI said Wednesday it
Columbiana Chamber to host 65th annual awards banquet
Columbiana Chamber to host 65th annual awards banquet
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Coleman purchases Turning Point assets YOUNGSTOWN Coleman Professional Services has purchased
YEARS AGO FOR FEBRUARY 1
Today is Thursday, Feb. 1, the 32nd day of 2018. There are 333 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
CDC director resigns over investments
Associated Press NEW YORK The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
annual Winter Seminar
annual Winter Seminar When: Feb. 17, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. What: Think Big, Think Small, Think
Immigration deal not within reach
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s State of the Union offer of a “down-the-
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., board meeting, commissioner’s hearing room,
“The Two Bills” (9 p.m., ESPN): This 30 for 30 documentary features legendary football
“The Two Bills” (9 p.m., ESPN): This 30 for 30 documentary features legendary football coaches Bill
FIVE Squared art show starts Sunday
Staff report BOARDMAN The fifth annual FIVE Squared art show and sale will begin Sunday with a
oddly enough
oddly enough Loaded grenade launcher left at Goodwill store BRADENTON, Fla. Authorities say a
Check tools now
Check tools now Spring isn’t that far away. Now is the time to get the mower blades out for
Gowdy to leave Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rep. Trey Gowdy, a powerful GOP watchdog who built his name leading
YOUNGSTOWN STATE BASKETBALL | Today’s games
MEN Matchup: YSU 6-17 (4-6 Horizon League) vs. Northern Kentucky 15-7 (8-2). Tip-off: 7 p.m.
Are new Facebook ‘fixes’ meaningful?
Associated Press NEW YORK To Mark Zuckerberg, fixing Facebook means many things – protecting
Wednesday around the NHL
Capitals 5, Flyers 3 WASHINGTON Chandler Stephenson, Andre Burakovsky and T.J. Oshie ended
Judge rules it’s too soon to exclude evidence in Bristol murder case
Judge rules it’s too soon to exclude evidence in Bristol murder case
Porn star weaving tangled tale about affair
Associated Press NEW YORK The latest twists in the tangled tale of what happened between Donald
Train carrying Congress members collides with trash truck
Staff and wire report CROZET, Va. A train carrying dozens of Republican members of Congress to
METRO DIGEST || Trial pushed back
Trial pushed back WARREN The trial for Matthew L. Wilson, 33, of Niles and Minerva, charged with
1,024 Ohio infants died before their first birthday in 2016
Ohio’s overall infant mortality rate is trending downward, but the black infant mortality rate remains high
WEDNESDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
WEDNESDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES Celtics 103, Knicks 73 BOSTON Terry Rozier filled in nicely for
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