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Vindy.com for May 4, 2018
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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Sherrod Brown tells vets today he'll fight privatization of VA
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown said he will fight to stop the potential privatization of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Officers testified Hoerig knew her rights when confessing
Law enforcement officers testified Claudia Hoerig understood her constitutional rights before admitting she fatally shot her husband, Karl, in the couple’s Newton Falls home in March 2007.
Trumbull sheriff's clerk resigns after husband indicted
A clerk at the Trumbull County Sheriff’s office resigned this week after her husband was charged with drug trafficking after a 10-month investigation.
A'town second-graders portray historical figures for annual show
Austintown second-graders showed their historical knowledge this week at Austintown Elementary’s annual Wax Museum Show.
Raul Castro's daughter to push for gay marriage in Cuba
Raul Castro's daughter to push for gay marriage in Cuba
Penn State extends president’s contract for 3 more years
Penn State extends president’s contract for 3 more years
Hindu man sues Pa. condo association over religious symbol ban
Hindu man sues Pa. condo association over religious symbol ban
US Rep Rob Bishop says he supports statehood for Puerto Rico
US Rep Rob Bishop says he supports statehood for Puerto Rico
Mayfield confident QB competition won't divide Browns
Mayfield confident QB competition won't divide Browns
Trump says Giuliani needs to 'get facts straight' on Stormy
Trump says Giuliani needs to 'get facts straight' on Stormy
Ohio auditor subpoenaing data from closed online school ECOT
Ohio auditor subpoenaing data from closed online school ECOT
Iowa governor signs strictest abortion regulation in US
Iowa governor signs strictest abortion regulation in US
3 women sue CBS News and Charlie Rose, alleging harassment
3 women sue CBS News and Charlie Rose, alleging harassment
Indiana man pleads guilty to serial killing of 7 poor women
Indiana man pleads guilty to serial killing of 7 poor women
US Rep. Tim Ryan says weekend rally for TJX helped company recommit to Lordstown
US Rep. Tim Ryan says weekend rally for TJX helped company recommit to Lordstown
Valley races, issues for today's primary
Here are the races and issues by state and by area counties.
Vindy Poll Now | How many people do you know who claim to have paid cash to get government jobs?
How many people do you know who claim to have paid cash to get government jobs?
Police: Off-duty sheriff’s deputy crashes cruiser into Ohio house
Police: Off-duty sheriff’s deputy crashes cruiser into Ohio house
UPDATE | Trump tells NRA, elect Republicans to save gun rights
Trump tells NRA, elect Republicans to save gun rights
Trump keeps world guessing on date and time for North Korea summit
Trump keeps world guessing on date and time for North Korea summit
INFANTE TRIAL | Jurors go home and will deliberate Infante's fate on Monday
INFANTE TRIAL | Jurors go home and will deliberate Infante's fate on Monday
US adds 164,000 jobs; unemployment down to 3.9%
US adds a modest 164,000 jobs; unemployment down to 3.9%
Kent State dedicating historic landmark on anniversary
Kent State dedicating historic landmark on May 4 anniversary
Anti-abortion activist shared tips in DeWine probe
Anti-abortion activist shared tips in DeWine probe
US stocks start little changed after April jobs report
US stocks start little changed after April jobs report
Schiavoni pledges diversity cabinet position if elected
Schiavoni pledges diversity cabinet position if elected
Canfield police issue warning about scams
Police Chief Chuck Colucci warned residents to be aware of possible scams.
Hawaiian volcano eruption prompts evacuations
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupted Thursday, releasing lava into a residential neighborhood and prompting mandatory evacuation orders for nearby homes.
LeBron, Love go off to give Cavs series lead coming home
Watching LeBron James at shootaround, Kevin Love knew something special was in store
Project Veritas attempts sting operation at Lordstown schools
A spokesman said Project Veritas does not comment on ongoing investigations “real or imagined.”
Howland, McDonald take Trumbull County Meet
Howland’s Vince Mauri won the 800, 1600 and 3200-meter runs to earn the boys MVP award
HomeGoods purchases house in Lordstown
Lordstown's mayor cautions against reading anything into HomeGoods' house purchase.
Hoerig murder confession detailed in evidence hearing
Claudia Hoerig’s defense lawyers still want the trial moved out of Trumbull County and the confession suppressed.
After 70 years, Komara Jewelers passes torch to new generation
Bob Komara of Komara Jewelers is passing the torch to his family's next generation, daughter Brianna Komara-Pridon and son Rob Komara.
THURSDAY’S PREPS AT A GLANCE
THURSDAY’S PREPS AT A GLANCE BASEBALL Struthers 11, St. Thomas Aquinas 10 STRUTHERS St.
NAACP official: Y'town schools need plan, work with state
Youngstown City School administrators need to devise a multi-faceted plan and work with the state to improve the school district’s scores and education, says Jimma McWilson, vice president of the NAACP Youngstown Branch. McWilson and George Freeman, president of the chapter, discussed these actions at a community forum titles race, racism, class and poverty in all areas of public education Thursday night.
‘Tully’ takes close look at postnatal motherhood A RARE PORTRAIT
‘TULLY’ Grade: 2 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: R for language and some sexuality/nudity
Emily Guerriero has Williams Syndrome and wants you to know about it
The Williams Syndrome Awareness event is noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Struthers Parkside Church.
‘Madden’ named to video game hall of fame
Associated Press ROCHESTER, N.Y. The World Video Game Hall of Fame has inducted “John Madden
Warren woman shares success story, offers tips to entrepreneurs
The local custom embroidery business owner says research and lots of love are needed to start your own business.
910th Airlift Wing presents new tailflash
The 910th Airlift Wing introduced a new tailflash design for the wing’s fleet of C-130H Hercules aircraft
Local manufacturing companies seeking apprentices
MVMC hosts first Apprenticeship Job Fair in response to local need.
Charges against YSU professor dismissed
Professor’s husband said he had no recollection of the events he recounted to police in October
METRO DIGEST || Trump in Cleveland
President Donald Trump is coming to Cleveland on Saturday to highlight the tax reform legislation he signed into law in December.
METRO DIGEST || Joe Maxx Coffee opens
Joe Maxx Coffee shop opened at its new location downtown Thursday.
Prosecutors: Gun arrest was by the book
Woodbridge was initially pulled over for loud music and excessive window tint violations.
Infante takes stand, denies crimes
Ralph Infante and his attorney John Juhasz confer in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court during Thursday's proceedings. The ex-mayor will continue testifying in his public corruption trial this morning,
Union has math night for families
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Union Elementary invited families to the schools on
TRUMP: Daniels payment unrelated to campaign
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump insisted Thursday his reimbursement of a 2016
New stadium for Browns? They’re talking about it
The Cleveland Browns are discussing long-term plans for a major downtown development project that could include major stadium renovations — or a new facility
Film Academy expels Cosby, Polanski
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The organization that bestows the Academy Awards announced Thursday
‘Brews, Blooms and Besties’ at Paladin
‘Brews, Blooms and Besties’ at Paladin YOUNGSTOWN Paladin Brewing, 6520 Mahoning Ave. No. 300,
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 74 to finish the
DNA match to Zodiac Killer sought after break in Calif. case
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Northern California detectives still trying to identify the
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women Youngstown Branch will meet at St. John’s
GOLF roundup
PGA Peterson’s 2 eagles carry lead at Quail Hollow CHARLOTTE, N.C. John Peterson started his
Iranian official: No negotiations on deal
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran’s foreign minister took to YouTube on Thursday to criticize
Bolt d’Oro’s owner-trainer likes his horse’s chances
Ruis is an anomaly in the sport because he owns, trains and handles much of the work around the barn, all with his horses
YEARS AGO FOR MAY 4
Today is Friday, May 4, the 124th day of 2018. There are 241 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
THURSDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 10, Tigers 6 KANSAS CITY, MO. Lucas Duda had three hits and drove in
Man fatally shot at Nashville mall
Man fatally shot at Nashville mall NASHVILLE, Tenn. One 22-year-old man ended a fight with
THURSDAY’S OTHER NBA PLAYOFF GAME
THURSDAY’S OTHER NBA PLAYOFF GAME Celtics 108, 76ers 103 BOSTON Rookie Jayson Tatum scored 21
Public housing under attack
Opinion: By Ebony Slaughter-Johnson OtherWords Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson
US, Chinese officials meet over dispute
Associated Press BEIJING Chinese and U.S. officials met face-to-face Thursday in an attempt to
GetGo Cafe + Market opens in Boardman
At grand opening of new GetGo Cafe + Market on U.S. Route 224, food was the focus.
Roll up sleeves, take part in cleanup of Youngstown
Editorial: Join the Great American Cleanup of Youngstown on Saturday
Ryan’s political message meant to connect with middle America
Opinion: Since losing his bid for House minority leader in November 2016, U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan has been busy
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
mahoning county Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges
Lawmaker claims extortion as GOP rival airs racy texts
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Republican woman running against an Ohio lawmaker with whom she
Cosby convicted by ‘mob justice,’ wife says
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Bill Cosby’s wife called Thursday for a criminal investigation
SC mulls ban on nearly all abortions
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. The South Carolina Senate debated Thursday whether to ban
Military begins probing crash
Associated Press PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. Military investigators began the arduous task Thursday of
Pirates fall to Nats on two home runs
Trea Turner and Ryan Zimmerman homered in the sixth inning and the Nationals beat Pittsburgh
SPORTS DIGEST || Ichiro released, moving to Mariners front office
Ichiro Suzuki was released Thursday by the Seattle Mariners and is shifting into a front office role with the team, although he is not completely shutting the door on playing again.
Transgender inmate says she was raped despite raising fears
Associated Press DENVER A transgender inmate who is suing Colorado’s corrections agency says she
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Women of Heart and Mind: The Songs of Joni Mitchell,” 7:30 p.m.:
Striking teachers get 20 percent pay raise
Associated Press PHOENIX The Arizona governor signed a plan Thursday to give striking teachers
SOCIETY DIGEST || Pioneer Village to open Saturday
Pioneer Village to open Saturday EAST LIVERPOOL The Friends of Beaver Creek State Park are
Robinwood Lane Honor Roll - Third Grading Period
Second Grade High Honor Roll Hebah Arida Noah Belgin Evan Cunningham Gavin Gonzalez Evan
Boardman Glenwood thanks Diamond Steel as crane hoists composter in place
Glenwood students and staff thank the Diamond Steel Construction Company of North Lima for donating
Austintown Community Briefs
Alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression seminar The public is invited to a free
Stadium Drive Honor Roll - Third Grading Period
Second Grade High Honors Hamza Abukwaik Kiley Anderson Jillian Bennett Jaycey Bogerd
Families have evening with the Easter Bunny
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Boardman Park had their annual Evening with the Easter
POLICE BLOTTER
April 21 Theft: Andrea L. Brimmer, 35, of Ohio Avenue, Youngstown, was charged with stealing about
Boys track defeats Youngstown East and Ashtabula Lakeside
The Boardman boys track team improved its record to 9-0 on April 24 with a victory over Youngstown
Hilltop kindergartners celebrate with moms
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School kindergarten students had some
Boys track claims victory over Howland, Lakeview and South Range
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2018 record to 7-0 with a victory over the Howland Tigers,
Amy Dravecky | Steven Armour
YOUNGSTOWN Steven Armour and Amy Dravecky, both of Cuyahoga Falls, exchanged marriage vows July
Canfield Community Briefs
CHS bands to present final concert The Canfield High School bands will present their final concert
Boardman Sports Briefs
Mooney golf team hosts fundraising scramble On June 9, there will be a Cardinal Mooney golf team
Dyserts named AARP Volunteer of the Year
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Charles and Betty Dysert of Canfield were named 2018 AARP
Poland Community Briefs
Alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression seminar The public is invited to a free
April 18
April 18 Arrest: Police on South Raccoon Road pulled over and took Kenneth F. Spivey, 33, into
Boardman Community Briefs
Alternatives for managing anxiety, stress and depression The public is invited to a free seminar
CHS inducts students into National Honor Society
Canfield High School had its annual National Honor Society Induction Ceremony on April 25, during which 59 students were honored by the society.
April 18
April 18 Domestic violence: Richard Garcia, 29, of Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, faced a felony
Miss Shields, Mr. Thompson set wedding date
canfield AJ and Cindy Shields of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Emily
Angela Morris, Mr. Householder plan summer rite
BOARDMAN Leonard and Darlene Morris of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Tamara Halaweh, Christopher Hritz to be married
Seham Halaweh of Boardman and Michael and Suzanne Hritz of Salem are announcing the engagement of
Mothers and students enjoy Starry Night at school
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Mothers joined their children at Austintown Intermediate
CHS students introduced to fitness activities
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com From yoga to cross fit, and from kickboxing to Zumba,
Holy Family invites speakers to their school
Holy Family School welcomed professionals to their school on April 20 for a career day.
Lessons in music theory at library
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown library invited a speaker to teach basic
Library program invites child sleuths for program
The Austintown library invited children to their “Detectives Wanted” program on April 17.
Market Street Elementary hosts math night
Market Street Elementary School invited parents to the school for a night to learn about the school’s math curriculum on April 25.
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