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Sunday, March 31 (73 stories)
Crash on I-80 kills 1
One person died in a one-vehicle crash about 9 p.m. Sunday on Interstate 80 when temperatures dipped and highways turned from wet to ice.
2 pilots killed in Marine helicopter crash in Arizona
The U.S. Marine Corps reports two pilots died in a helicopter crash near Yuma, Ariz.
Live-action ‘Dumbo’ struggles to soar at box office
Live-action ’Dumbo’ takes No. 1 spot, but still struggles to soar at box office
Jazz singer-pianist Kay Reid to play Ford hall
If You Go What: Kay Reid concert When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Ford Family Recital Hall, 260
FAA says it will investigate accident at Vienna aviation school
FAA says it will investigate accident at Vienna aviation school
YSU offense breaks out against Raiders
The Youngstown State baseball team scored a season-high 10 runs Saturday.
Texas Tech crashes first Final Four
Texas Tech is heading to its first Final Four thanks to a kid from Italy who made the big shots and a defense that refuses to rest.
The YMCA’s annual Spin-A-Thon proceeds will go to the swim lesson program
The swim lessons will be at Northside Pool.
Indians escape bases-loaded jam in 9th, hold off Minnesota
Greg Allen’s ninth-inning sacrifice fly was the difference.
SATURDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
Pistons 99, Trail Blazers 90 DETROIT Reggie Jackson scored 28 points, Andre Drummond had 22
Harrell, Clippers stay hot in rout of Cavaliers
Jordan Clarkson scored 26 points in 24 minutes off the bench for Cleveland.
Exhibit explores keen senses, abilities of man’s best friend
Exhibit explores keen senses, abilities of ... By JOHN ROGERS Associated Press LOS ANGELES
From classic shows reimagined (“Twilight Zone”) to classic shows ending their run (“Game of Thrones,” “Veep”), there is much to see this season
Staff report Spring is here, bringing a slew of new and returning series, including “Game of
Why turf wars are flaring in big tech
By MATT O’BRIEN AP Technology Writer Apple’s ambitious leap into streaming video illustrates an
This app changed my walking routine
By ADAM EARNHEARDT acearnheardt@ysu.edu I caught a wurmple yesterday. No, it’s not a
Bus trip to NYC planned for June 15
Bus trip to NYC planned for June 15 SALEM Attila Samu is organizing a summer bus trip to New
Smollett saga shook public trust, heightened racial tensions
By ERRIN HAINES WHACK AP National Writer In the two months since Jussie Smollett reported a
5 tips on what to do with unwanted stuff
5 tips on what to do with your ... By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK World-
Fiction
Fiction 1. A Mind of Her Own by Paula McLain, narrated by Hillary Huber (Audible Studios) 2.
Duke vs. MSU battle of NCAA tourney titans
Zion Williamson watched in awe in 2015 when Duke and Michigan State met in the Final Four.
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Danielle Jornigan and Keith Garland, Youngstown, girl,
SATURDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS LACROSSE Canfield 11, Louisville 3 CANFIELD Isabella Kelty led the Cardinals (4-1) with
Indians 2 twins1
Indians 2 twins1 Next: Cleveland at Minnesota, today, 2:10 p.m. Inside: More MLB, B5
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending March 23
Associated Press HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Where the Crawdads Sing,” by Della Owens (G.P. Putnam’s
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Trumbull Regional Medical Center, 1350 East Market St., Warren, 9 a.m. to 3
Hopewell cast gives new life to ‘Godspell’
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Prepare Ye for a musical about Jesus, just
US moves to reject more seekers of asylum, speed up deportations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Border officials are aiming to more than quadruple the number of
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s pro golf results
DELL MATCH PLAY Woods meets his match in Lucas Bjerregaard AUSTIN, Texas The conditions were
Ed Puskas: Relax — Indians’ bats will warm up
The Cleveland Indians’ lineup — as currently constituted — doesn’t put the fear of God into opposing teams.
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 31
Today is Sunday, March 31, the 90th day of 2019. There are 275 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
SATURDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
SATURDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 8, White Sox 6 KANSAS CITY, MO. Jorge
Plans for new city pavilion harks back to Epcot’s roots
Staff/wire reports ORLANDO, Fla. Epcot is returning to its city roots. Officials at Walt
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Maple Syrup festival, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Syrup making demonstrations
Go Art! winners announced
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The winners have been announced in a project to create and mount art on
How your tax refund could improve your credit
By BEV O’SHEA NerdWallet Money can’t buy you a good credit score, but you might be able to use
ON THE TRACKS Saturday’s auto racing
NASCAR Kyle Busch has chance at Texas tripleheader FORT WORTH, Texas Kyle Busch has set
Stones postpone tour as Jagger receives medical treatment
Stones postpone tour as Jagger receives medical treatment NEW YORK The Rolling Stones are
Ohio Senate passes bill legalizing hemp and hemp product
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Senate has passed a bill to legalize hemp and hemp-derived
New Zealand is model for US on gun violence
Opinion: New Zealand is model for US on gun violence Once upon a time in America, the mass slaughter of
Britain faces calls for unity govt amid Brexit impasse
Britain’s government is considering yet another vote on Prime Minister Theresa May’s thrice-rejected plan for leaving the European Union
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 7 a.m., 6844 Strimbu Drive. Girard 1st Ward Block
Mercer Co. Treatment Court gets state funding
The Mercer County Treatment Court has been awarded a $38,482 implementation grant by the administrative office of Pennsylvania courts.
No. 1 Virginia redeems itself by clinching Final Four spot
From embarrassment to exhilaration. From early exit to regional champ. From bracket busters to net cutters.
WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL
WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Saturday’s tournament games GRENSBORO REGIONAL SEMIFINALS No. 1
NCAA-M ELITE EIGHT PREVIEW No. 5 Auburn (29-19, 15-7) vs. No. 2 Kentucky (30-6, 16-4)
TIP-OFF: Today at 2:20 p.m. at Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. BOTTOM LINE: A ticket to the
DeWine pushing for total access to JobsOhio payroll
Editorial: Sunlight will finally cut through the shroud that has kept JobsOhio, the state’s privatized
Ryan forces GM's hand
Opinion: Editor’s Note: On Saturday, General Motors took down its new 2019 Chevrolet Blazer SUV from the
A Democrat by any other name
Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons Voters and pundits might struggle with Democrats’ policy positions
Saturday, March 30 (101 stories)
Special-needs kids get modified cars
Kaige Hall-Ward gripped the steering wheel of his gleaming, black SUV, looked at the wide-open road in front of him, and let out an absolutely delighted squeal.
Campbell photographer has lens on Valley history
The first thing you notice when you see Diane Beatty’s photograph of a steelworker is the size of his hands.
Lordstown still a magnet for business expansion
The village of Lordstown has generated another kind of fame: It’s been the Mahoning Valley’s most active area for business expansion.
Thousands attend wellness expo at Covelli Centre
Free health screenings were a popular item at the second annual Valley Health & Wellness Expo at the Covelli Centre, which drew thousands from around the Mahoning and Shenango valleys.
Wellness expo at Covelli Centre attracts thousands
Wellness expo at Covelli Centre attracts thousands
Campbell photog recreates Valley historical moments
Campbell photog recreates Valley historical moments
‘Go Baby Go’ provides modified cars for special-needs children
‘Go Baby Go’ provides modified cars for special-needs children
Prison ministry to host criminal justice symposium in Warren
Prison ministry to host criminal justice symposium in Niles
Rockets from Gaza Strip hit Israel; 4 die at border protest
Rockets from Gaza Strip hit Israel; 4 die at border protest
Facebook CEO Zuckerberg calls for more outside regulation
Facebook CEO Zuckerberg calls for more outside regulation
Judge blocks California's high-capacity ammunition ban
Judge blocks California's high-capacity ammunition ban
Pa. woman convicted in cult-related slaying of boyfriend
Pa. woman convicted in cult-related slaying of boyfriend
Ohio predicts excellent fishing this year on Lake Erie
Ohio predicts excellent fishing this year on Lake Erie
Jennings Center hosts Nature Detective event April 7
Jennings Center hosts Nature Detective event April 7
Ryan responds to GM removal of foreign-made SUV in Detroit
Ryan responds to GM removal of foreign-made SUV in Detroit
Number of asylum seekers sent back over border to grow
Number of asylum seekers sent back over border to grow
Judge drops Infowars’ Alex Jones from Ohio flag-burning suit
Judge drops Infowars’ Alex Jones from Ohio flag-burning suit
Steve Earle
Steve Earle Album: “Guy” Grade: B Guy Clark was one of Steve Earle’s main mentors – Townes Van
Julia Louis-Dreyfus reveals plot for final season
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK Julia Louis-Dreyfus still had tears to shed as she
MacEachern, Schoen lift Phantoms to shootout victory
Youngstown rallied from a two-goal deficit in third period.
Warren medical marijuana dispensary to open Friday
Warren medical marijuana dispensary to open Friday
Jack Wollitz: Better weather means it’s time to wet a line
My favorite time of the year is here and I would guess if you are reading this today, it’s your favorite time, too.
Canfield Village Middle School teaches kindness
Canfield Village Middle School eighth-graders got a lesson in kindness.
YSU softball team extends winning streak to nine
The Youngstown State softball team smashed four home runs en route to its ninth straight win.
YSU special teams undergoing changes
Fresh faces are sprinkled throughout the Youngstown State football team’s special teams units.
Frost heave stresses plants
Q. I overheard some other gardeners talking about frost heaving in their perennial beds. Is this a
20 years for man behind hoax call that led to fatal shooting
Associated Press WICHITA, Kan. A California man was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison for
Associated Press
Associated Press NEW YORK Stevie Nicks became the first woman inducted twice into the Rock and
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,28.16 0.17 Aqua America, .20
Sunday News shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Mick Mulvaney, acting White House
Gardening Workshop
Gardening Workshop April 27: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. What: Join us to get inspired for the 2019
Play ball! Step into batter’s box for some timely baseball trivia
Opinion: WASHINGTON When umpire Dutch Rennert blew a call at first base, then-St. Louis Cardinals manager
Pesticides and pollinators
Pesticides and pollinators From fungicides to herbicides, all forms of pesticides may have an
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Chris Brubeck’s Triple Play, 7 p.m.: This trio is at home in any
Aqua Ohio meets with residents to protect Evans Lake quality
Evans Lake provides water to the company’s treatment plant.
Cannas are back – and beautiful
By Hugh G. EARNHART OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD In the late 19th and early
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Ralph E. Davis
HONOREE Residence: Poland Date of birth: March 23, 1929 FAMILY Parents: George and Doris
Pruning clinic
Pruning clinic Spring is here and it is time to prune. But, do you know what to prune and what
UK faces new Brexit crisis after lawmakers reject May’s deal
Associated Press LONDON British lawmakers on Friday rejected the government’s Brexit deal for a
State, federal commitments needed to protect Lake Erie
Editorial: Fiscal-year budgets pro- posed by chief executives in state and national capitals represent far more
ON THE TRACK Friday’s auto racing
NASCAR MONSTER ENERGY CUP Johnson on pole after qualifying changes FORT WORTH, Texas Jimmie
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 30
Today is Saturday, March 30, the 89th day of 2019. There are 276 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohio Sports & Spine Institute opens Howland office
The practice also has offices in Boardman and East Liverpool.
God chose her to be a beggar
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoon Sister Margaret Mary didn’t think she was up to the job. Nine
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Actor Liam Neeson apologizes again for past racist thoughts NEW YORK Liam Neeson is
Meet philosopher who advises ‘Good Place’ show writers
By PAUL BOWERS, Associated Press CLEMSON, S.C. Todd May isn’t sure how his book “Death” ended
COLLEGE roundup
BASEBALL Eastern Gateway twinbill postponed YOUNGSTOWN Due to a cold, wintry forecast, a
Maybin, Indians agree to MiLB contract
Free agent outfielder Cameron Maybin and the Cleveland Indians have agreed to a minor league contract.
Congress to receive redacted report in mid-April
Attorney general gets help from special counsel Associated Press WASHINGTON A redacted version
FRIDAY’S PREPS SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL Hubbard 5, Monarchs (Tenn.) 2 MURFREESBORO, TENN. Jamie Thomson singled and stole
FRIDAY’S NBA GAMES
FRIDAY’S NBA GAMES Celtics 114, Pacers 112 BOSTON Kyrie Irving hit a driving layup with 0.5
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS Professional golf results
DELL MATCH PLAY Woods’ big run sends him to weekend against McIlroy AUSTIN, Texas Tiger Woods
YSU drops opener at WSU
Wright State pitcher Bear Bellomy held Youngstown State to a run on three hits over seven innings.
FRIDAY’S OTHER TOURNAMENT WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
PORTLAND REGION SEMIFINAL No. 1 Mississippi St. 76, No. 5 Arizona St. 53 PORTLAND, ORE. Teaira
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Michael and Alyssa Barone, Youngstown, girl, March 27.
Negotiations over Ohio gas tax increase delayed over weekend
The state gas tax would rise 11 cents under a deal worked out by Gov. Mike DeWine and House Speaker Larry Householder to fix deteriorating roads and bridges, but the next step in negotiations is to bring Senate Republicans on board
Appeals court: Exonerated men’s claims should be heard
Associated Press CLEVELAND A federal judge wrongly dismissed lawsuits filed by three men who
Music Teachers Association to host concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Music Teachers Association will host a High School Gala
Tigers’ barrage of 3-pointers tames Tar Heels
Behind yet another 3-point barrage, No. 5 seed Auburn overcame a slow start.
Rinne stops 42 shots as Nashville earns rare win in Pittsburgh
Bjugstad spoils shutout late in third period
Friday’s other nhl games
Rangers 4, Blues 2 NEW YORK Jimmy Vesey scored the go-ahead goal in the third period, helping
MSU duo’s career efforts doom LSU
Matt McQuaid could not believe LSU was giving Michigan State freshmen Aaron Henry and Gabe Brown so much room at the 3-point line.
FRIDAY’S MLB GAMES
FRIDAY’S MLB GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 6, Tigers 0 TORONTO Matt Shoemaker pitched
Friday, March 29 (111 stories)
Mothers, sons enjoy food and dancing
Youngstown City Schools students and their mothers were dressed to the nines Friday night at East High School.
Michigan State defeats LSU, moves into Elite Eight
Matt McQuaid could not believe LSU was giving Michigan State freshmen Aaron Henry and Gabe Brown so much room at the 3-point line.
Medical marijuana dispensary opens next week in Warren
Medical marijuana dispensary opens next week in Warren
Mancini bourbon is an award winner
Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini is rapidly making a name for himself in another ring. The former boxing champion and Youngstown native is putting his face on Boom Boom Bourbon, and it’s already a contender.
Trumbull groups get grant to clean up former gas station
Trumbull groups get grant to clean up former gas station
Mancini’s bourbon takes bronze medal at world spirits competition
Mancini’s bourbon takes bronze medal at world spirits competition
Summer plants spend winter indoors awaiting warmer weather
With the sun staying out longer each day, the plants that came inside with me last fall are drinking up more plant food and needing a bit more water.
Freshmen lead Michigan State past LSU and into Elite Eight
Freshmen lead Michigan State past LSU and into Elite Eight
Janet Jackson, Nicks, 5 Brit bands lead rock hall inductees
Janet Jackson, Nicks, 5 Brit bands lead rock hall inductees
Tiger Woods' big run sends him to weekend against McIlroy
Tiger Woods' big run sends him to weekend against McIlroy
Autopsy: Migrant child who died in US custody had infection
Autopsy: Migrant child who died in US custody had infection
Trump threatens to close border with Mexico next week
Trump threatens to close border with Mexico next week
AG Barr: Congress to get Mueller report by mid-April
AG Barr: Congress to get Mueller report by mid-April
Ban on plastic bags comes close to reality in a 3rd state
Ban on plastic bags comes close to reality in a 3rd state
Judge blocks Trump’s small-business health insurance plan
Judge blocks Trump’s small-business health insurance plan
'April Fools' - You're under arrest for meth, gun and ammo
'April Fools' - You're under arrest for meth, gun and ammo
Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League set to tee off
The Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League opening day is set for April 27.
Poland inducts 68 into NHS
Poland Seminary High School National Honors Society inducted 68 students on Feb. 13.
Eagle Scouts and volunteers to be honored
Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America will host the annual District Awards Dinner, recognizing volunteers of 2018.
Meals on Wheels celebrates volunteers
Meals on Wheels of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley hosted the third annual volunteer breakfast.
Student partners with Make a Wish Foundation
Eirini Liodakis, Creative Arts and Design junior at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, has partnered with the Make a Wish Foundation to launch her Wishing for Kindness campaign.
Library hosts fundraiser for Springfield library Capital Campaign
The Friends of the Library hosted a fundraiser for the Springfield Library Capital Campaign March 24 at the Poland library.
State Senate OKs bill on burial, cremation of fetal remains
State Senate OKs bill on burial, cremation of fetal remains
Mill Creek Park celebrates Pig Day
Mill Creek MetroParks hosted a Pig Day event March 2 at Metro Park Farm.
Mill Creek MetroParks Earth Day Cleanup seeking volunteers
With more than 40 locations in the Mill Creek MetroParks system needing attention, more participants are needed to lend a hand and participate in this year’s Earth Day Cleanup.
Zopp Family Circus returns
The Zopp Family Circus will return to the Canfield Fairgrounds from May 15-19 with 12 shows.
10 years in prison for man wounded in 2017 bar shootout
10 years in prison for man wounded in 2017 bar shootout
Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League set to tee off
The Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League opening day is set for April 27.
CHS band members bring home 60 superior medals
ifty members of the Canfield High School band program participated in 53 events at the annual Ohio Music Education Association District 5 Solo and Ensemble Adjudicated Event on Jan. 26.
Scouts BSA Troop 9025 recognizes scouts
couts BSA Troop 9025, chartered to Canfield United Methodist Church, recognized scouts and adult volunteers at its recent Winter Court of Honor in the Fellowship Hall of the church.
NHS service project helps children in need
Canfield High School senior Dominic DeRamo partnered with Project MKC (formerly Making Kids Count) to complete his National Honor Society community service project.
Six CHS wrestlers head to state competition
The Canfield High School wrestling team sent six wrestlers to the 2019 OHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus March 7-9.
Library offers St. Patrick's Day shenanigans
The Canfield library celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with some story time shenanigans on March 16.
New Castle native epitome of confident about pro debut
Dalton Rosta is scheduled to fight tonight in California
REIMAGINED ‘Dumbo’ succeeds on its own charms
‘Dumbo’ Rating: PG for peril/action, some thematic elements, and brief mild language. Running
Extrudex charged in alleged role in wrongful-death cover-up
Two of the company’s managers were indicted in October for reportedly misleading OSHA investigators
Struthers City Council approves budget, announces roads to be resurfaced
Council also announced dates for several city-wide events
Students turned propeller to move oil in engine, police report says
Students turned propeller to move oil in engine, police report says
Boardman student brings gun on the bus
Boardman High School student was arrested Wednesday after police said he brought an unloaded gun on the school bus
Company may apply for permit to operate idled injection well
Coitsville Northstar injection well may start operating
Packard museum to host robotics exhibition
Staff report WARREN Warren’s McGuffey School Titonics team of the FIRST LEGO League will
Summit focuses on regional revitalization
The economic development group representing Mahoning, Trumbull and Ashtabula counties touted more than $75 million committed to regional projects just last year.
canfield Man accused of slinging knife at pregnant girlfriend
Deputies responded to the man’s Catawba Drive home on reports he and his 34-weeks pregnant girlfriend were fighting
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1969 will celebrate its 50-year class reunion Aug. 30 through
Face challenges impeding recycling in US fearlessly
Editorial: As concerns over climate change have elevated the public consciousness about the future
mahoning county Indictments
A county grand jury handed up indictments Thursday against these people on these charges: Keontae
MYCAP to host information sessions for employment training
Participants must attend an information session before they can attend the employment training.
‘OUTRAGEOUS’
Trump: FBI, DOJ to review Smollett case Associated Press CHICAGO President Donald Trump
SPORTS digest
YSU-WSU baseball game time moved up DAYTON The first pitch for the Youngstown State baseball
Pancake breakfast
Pancake breakfast BOARDMAN The Rotary Club of Boardman’s 37th annual pancake breakfast, held
Preps at a Glance
Preps at a Glance SFlbFOOTBALL 2 East players pick Hocking College Two East High School
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 29
Today is Friday, March 29, the 88th day of 2019. There are 277 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Godspell,” 7:30 p.m.: The time-honored musical ($15, $12 for
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association is celebrating 100 years of amateur radio
mahoning county Sheriff’s office probes recent increase in drug-laden jail mail
Greene said it’s not unusual for the jail to receive drug-laden mail addressed to inmates, but the past week’s surge of incidents is.
Eagles club to offer stuffed cabbage dinner
Eagles club to offer stuffed cabbage dinner Girard Girard Eagles Aerie 2172, 26 W. Wilson Ave.,
Local Dem Party Chair Betras steps up assault on state party
Opinion: Members of the Mahoning County Democratic Party got together a couple of weeks ago to endorse
Ohio AG to oppose health care law ruling
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio’s Republican attorney general said Thursday he will file a court
The Widelskis mark golden jubilee on trip
BOARDMAN John and Phyllis Widelski of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary during a
Former minister convicted of sex charges
Associated Press TOLEDO A former minister accused of grooming a 14-year-old girl for sex and
Associated Press
Associated Press GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. Presenting himself as both vindicated and vindictive, a
Ex-coach pleads guilty in bribery scandal
Associated Press BOSTON A former women’s soccer coach at Yale University pleaded guilty
UK leader May rolls dice again on Brexit deal
Associated Press LONDON British Prime Minister Theresa May rolled the dice Thursday on another
Gonzaga punches ticket to Elite 8
The Bulldogs topped Florida State to advance to the Elite 8 for the fourth time in school history.
Poland Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news It’s time for spring athletics and Neighbors wants to be there
Heidi Gonzalez | Robert Parker
CAMPBELL Heidi Gonzalez became the bride of Robert Parker on Oct. 6, 2018, at Bible Baptist Temple
Cub Scout Freeze Out event takes place at On Target Outfitters
Austintown Cub Scout Pack 184 had its Freeze Out event on March 9, at On Target Outfitters in
Emily Newman, Jarrod Carley to marry in May
Christopher and Anna Marie Newman of Poland and Ken and Robin Carley of Dayton, Ky., are announcing
Libby Rogenski, Jeremy Mitchell to wed June 1
Libby Rogenski of Atwater and Jeremy Mitchell of Vienna are announcing their engagement. Their
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls varsity lacrosse wins home opener The Canfield High School girls varsity lacrosse team got
GM’s Opening Day display in Detroit draws Ryan’s ire
GM’s Opening Day display in Detroit draws Ryan’s ire COLUMBUS U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan, D-13th, of
HIV milestone
Woman living with AIDS virus donates kidney to HIV-positive stranger Associated Press WASHINGTON
US government charges Facebook with high-tech housing discrimination
Associated Press NEW YORK The federal government charged Facebook with high-tech housing
Trump withdraws request to cut funds for Special Olympics
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he was backing off
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,27.990.07 Aqua America, .20
Time to unionize NCAA
Opinion: By Brian Wakamo OtherWords When Zion Williamson’s foot broke through the sole of his Nike shoe
Mill Creek Park celebrates Pig Day
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks hosted a Pig Day event March 2 at
Glenwood student competes in State Geography Bee
Brock Farris, a seventh-grade student at Glenwood Junior High, competed in the 2019 Ohio State
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys varsity lacrosse beats Cardinal Mooney The Boardman Spartans boys varsity lacrosse team
Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League set to tee off
The Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League opening day is set for April 27. The league is for girls ages
Eagle Scouts and volunteers to be honored
Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America will host the annual District
Boardman Community Briefs
Montessori students support local animal rescue Students from the Montessori School of the
Mill Creek hosts new Crafty Critters winter event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Mill Creek MetroParks hosted the Crafty Critters event
Mill Creek Park celebrates Pig Day
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks hosted a Pig Day event March 2 at
Phantoms players visit the Boardman library
Four members of the Phantoms hockey team attended a meet and greet event at the Boardman library on March 19.
Armstrong raises money to match veterans with service dogs
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Armstrong partnered with Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs
Armstrong raises money to match veterans with service dogs
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Armstrong partnered with Guardian Angel Medical Service
Mill Creek hosts new Crafty Critters winter event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Mill Creek MetroParks hosted the Crafty Critters
Meals on Wheels celebrates volunteers
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Meals on Wheels of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley hosted
Poland Community Briefs
Montessori students support local animal rescue Students from the Montessori School of the
Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League set to tee off
The Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League opening day is set for April 27. The league is for girls ages
Mill Creek Park celebrates Pig Day
Mill Creek MetroParks hosted a Pig Day event March 2 at Metro Park Farm.
Canfield Community Briefs
Montessori students support local animal rescue Students from the Montessori School of the
Halley crowned state champion
The Canfield speech and debate team finished as a top 10 team at the Ohio Speech and Debate Association’s state tournament on March 1-2.
Austintown Community Briefs
Montessori students support local animal rescue Students from the Montessori School of the
Introduction to Cricut at the Austintown library
The Austintown library hosted an Introduction to Cricut class on March 21.
Thursday, March 28 (98 stories)
Man accused of slinging knife at pregnant girlfriend
Man accused of slinging knife at pregnant girlfriend
Mayor Brown says city is 'making progress'
While Youngstown faces many challenges, it’s making progress and improvements, Mayor Jamael Tito Brown said during his State of the City address.
Cat missing 8 years to be returned to Fla. owner
The Tampa, Fla., woman separated from her big-eyed, black-and-gray snowshoe cat probably thought she’d never see her again – let alone after eight years and six states away.
'Dumbo' movie retains essence of 1941 cartoon
Tim Burton gave his live-action remake of “Dumbo” a more contemporary feel, but the film’s stars say the director kept the simple essence and elegance of the 1941 Disney ‘toon intact.
Governor: 11-cent deal reached with Ohio House on gas tax
Governor: 11-cent deal reached with Ohio House on gas tax
Twins knock off Indians 2-0
When the time came for Rocco Baldelli to remove Jose Berrios from the game, the new manager of the Minnesota Twins clapped as he reached the mound and extended his right hand for a rare congratulatory shake with his ace-in-the-making.
Man awarded $80M in lawsuit claiming Roundup causes cancer
Man awarded $80M in lawsuit claiming Roundup causes cancer
Judge sets April sentencing in Russian secret agent case
Judge sets April sentencing in Russian secret agent case
YSU-Wright State game time moved up
The game will begin at 12:30 p.m. instead of 3 p.m. because of the threat of inclement weather.
Coitsville Northstar injection well may start operating
Coitsville Northstar injection well may start operating
Two East football players sign with Hocking College
Two East football players sign with Hocking College
UPDATE | Boardman High youth, 17, accused of having gun on bus
Call specifically asked parents not to post to social media about the incident
Porn video inadvertently shown in middle school class
Students in a suburban Detroit seventh-grade history class were expecting a video on explorers Lewis and Clark, but instead viewed at least 30 seconds of pornography.
Angels facilitates long distance cat reunion
Angels for Animals facilitates long distance cat reunion with Florida owner
Mueller's evidence is likely a massive amount of material
Mueller's evidence is likely a massive amount of material
Report of a robbery at the Home Savings Bank on McCartney Road
Report of a robbery at the Home Savings Bank on McCartney Road
Red Stockings, parade anniversaries add to opening day
Red Stockings, parade anniversaries add to opening day
UPDATE | Cops need info on Youngstown man dead in vacant house
Youngstown man dead in vacant house could be No. 6 homicide
After patient deaths, hospital addresses pharmacy concerns
After patient deaths, hospital addresses pharmacy concerns
Full ride: Man allegedly steals snack truck, eats nothing
Full ride: Man allegedly steals snack truck, eats nothing
Driver sentenced to life for ramming 17 people in Australia
Driver sentenced to life for ramming 17 people in Australia
$768M Powerball winner bought ticket in Milwaukee suburb
$768M Powerball winner bought ticket in Milwaukee suburb
10 Things to Know for Today
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
The Vindys swing for the fence with ‘Are You Ready’
The Vindys swing for the fence with ‘Are You Ready’
Trumbull commissioners cap cashed out vacation time to three weeks
Trumbull commissioners cap cashed out vacation time to three weeks
DSRA options: Accept court’s ruling or appeal to the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals
The salaried retirees must decide whether to continue their fight in the 6th U.S. Circuit of Appeals.
Top Hat does ‘Amazing’ job with its newest production
Top Hat does ‘Amazing’ job with its newest production
Liberty fire chief and trustees discuss staffing
Fire department issues discussed at Liberty trustee meeting
Indians’ Lindor sprains ankle running bases
Francisco Lindor’s recovery from a strained right calf muscle has been set back by another injury: a sprained left ankle.
National Skilled Trades Day
City Machine Technologies, Inc. has established National Skilled Trades Day to increase awareness about the benefits of skilled trades jobs
Ohio treasurer wants law to fund private sector solutions to public policy issues
Ohio Rep. Don Manning will introduce bill in state House
Ohio congressional delegation urges Camp Garfield be selected for interceptor site
Rep. Ryan says it’s the ‘perfect location’
YSU O-line ready to move around
To play offensive line at Youngstown State, be prepared to move around.
Caldrone homers, singles in Ursuline softball victory
Gia Caldrone focused on relaxation. Trying to take one at-bat at a time and make the most of it.
YSU softball team extends win streak to eight games
The Penguins swept St. Bonaventure 1-0 and 5-1 on Wednesday.
Farrar’s speed helps YSU beat Pitt in 10th
Phillip Glasser’s RBI singlem in the 10th won it for YSU.
EGCC names building after former Chamber CEO
Thomas Humphries Hall is named after a man whose passion is promoting education.
Ohio Senate passes Rulli bill to improve school facilities
The bill will invest an additional $100 million for renovation and construction of school buildings.
Congress could get Mueller report in April, Graham says
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General William Barr has told the chairman of the Senate
Man changes plea to guilty in Va. car attack
Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. A man convicted on state murder charges in a deadly car
Valley native’s album draws national attention
The band Wallows, which released its debut album last week to a good bit of fanfare, has a bit of
With ’Black Panther’ and now ’Us,’ Winston Duke is on a roll
With ‘Black Panther’ and now ‘Us,’ Winston Duke is ... By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS
AUDITIONS
ACTORS “Macbeth,” “Antony and Cleopatra.” Mahoning Valley Players will have auditions at 6 p.m.
“Abby’s” (9:30 P.M., NBC): It’s the series premiere of this sitcom from the
“Abby’s” (9:30 P.M., NBC): It’s the series premiere of this sitcom from the producers of “The Good
New This week
New This week Dumbo (PG) A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a
Prime Minister May says she’ll step down if Brexit deal OK’d
Associated Press LONDON British Prime Minister Theresa May offered up her job in exchange for
US trade gap falls 15% to $51.1B in Jan.
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. trade deficit tumbled nearly 15 percent in January as
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Chloe Jones, Youngstown, girl, March 26. Terraine Grace
FAA defends its reliance on aircraft makers to certify jets
Associated Press WASHINGTON Under fire from lawmakers on Capitol Hill over the two deadly Boeing
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon; Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon; Pa. Fri: Steve Vuich and The River Saints, 7 p.m.
Thursday
Thursday Discussion One Book/One Community: “Shoeless Joe” discussion, 6 p.m., Liberty Public
A last-minute appeal for reasonable gas-tax hike
Editorial: It’s now the 11th hour for Gov. Mike DeWine’s reasonable and necessary 18-cent-a-gallon increase in
Medicaid is a life saver for many
Opinion: By Katy Moreno OtherWords As a young mother doing it on my own, Medicaid has become a necessity.
‘The Highwaymen’: a fresh perspective on Bonnie and Clyde
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer It’s hard to begin watching the Netflix movie “The
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
Federal Frenzy headliner will be Robert DeLong
Federal Frenzy headliner will be Robert DeLong YOUNGSTOWN Federal Frenzy, the annual music and
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mill Creek MetroParks, development standing committee, 3 p.m., classroom A,
Cleveland Indians 2019 schedule
MARCH TODAY at Minnesota, 4:10 p.m. SATURDAY at Minnesota, 3:10 p.m. SUNDAY at Minnesota, 2:10
Big second period launches Team USA past the Phantoms
Team USA scored three goals in the second period to beat the Phantoms
Why doesn’t America act on guns when the people demand action?
Opinion: By John L. MICEK Cagle Cartoons Six days. That’s how long it took New Zealand’s parliament,
WEDNESDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
Lipscomb 94, North Carolina State 93 RALEIGH, N.C. Garrison Mathews had a career-high 44 points
Pittsburgh Pirates 2019 schedule
MARCH TODAY at Cincinnati, 4:10 p.m. SATURDAY at Cincinnati, 2:10 p.m. SUNDAY at Cincinnati,
Wednesday, March 27 (88 stories)
2 injured in freak accident at PIA
A freak accident seriously injured two students at the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics students where a propeller somehow started on an engine on which they were working.
Campbell officials decry tire dumping
Campbell officials are fed up with people using the city like a landfill for tires.
Boardman students video chat with Thai peers
Students gathered in Glenwood Junior High’s library Wednesday morning, eagerly awaiting to connect with peers from the tiny Thai village of Pa Dang Ngam.
VINDY.COM LIVE at 5 | Mark Porter is the dean of high school football recruiting
Canfield's Mark Porter has become quite a voice in national prep football recruiting — especially in the area of bogus activities.
Liberty trustees, fire chief discuss department staffing
Liberty trustees, fire chief discuss department staffing
DeVos defends plan to eliminate Special Olympics funding
DeVos defends plan to eliminate Special Olympics funding
Facebook extends ban on hate speech to 'white nationalists'
Facebook extends ban on hate speech to 'white nationalists'
Chris Brubeck's Triple Play here Saturday
Chris Brubeck has one of the most recognizable names in jazz. But he and his trio, Triple Play, go well beyond that musical genre.
Man pleads guilty to kidnapping Jayme Closs, killing parents
Man pleads guilty to kidnapping Jayme Closs, killing parents
Ohio Senate passes Rulli bill to improve school facilities
Ohio Senate passes Rulli bill to improve school facilities
Trump assembling an army of operatives for re-election fight
Trump assembling an army of operatives for re-election fight
Congress could get Mueller report in April, Graham says
Congress could get Mueller report in April, Graham says
YNDC renovates its 100th home
Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation renovates its 100th home
Niles schools recovery commission has first session Monday
Niles schools recovery commission has first session Monday
Ohio delegation urges Ravenna site for missile interceptors
Ohio delegation urges Ravenna site for missile interceptors
Boardman students conduct discussion with Thai students
Boardman students conduct discussion with Thai students
UPDATE | Two injured in 'freak accident' with propeller at aircraft school
UPDATE | Men struck in face, arm by propeller at aeronautics school at regional airport
Trumbull commissioners limit vacation payouts for nonunion workers
Trumbull commissioners limit vacation payouts for non-union workers
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Orange barrel season: 680 S ramp closes Friday
Orange barrel season: 680 S ramp closes Monday until September
Mahoning teams sweep Bubba Classic
The Mahoning County boys and girls all-star teams completed a sweep of Trumbull County during the Frank Bubba Classic.
Trumbull elections board fires longtime employee over candidate’s petition
Trumbull elections board fires longtime employee over candidate’s petition
Unemployment rate falls in February
The Mahoning Valley’s nonseasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 6.2 percent in February from February 2018’s rate of 6.3 percent
15 local people apply for city schools CEO position
Despite the constant conflict of the position – from a local and state level – nearly 150 people have applied for the Youngstown City Schools CEO position
Maker of OxyContin agrees to $270M settlement in Oklahoma
The maker of OxyContin and the company’s controlling family agreed Tuesday to pay a groundbreaking $270 million to Oklahoma to settle allegations they helped create the nation’s deadly opioid crisis with their aggressive marketing of the powerful painkiller.
Girard police department receiving security upgrades
New security cameras to be installed at Girard police department, courtroom
STEM-focused Impact Academy to open later this year
Students for the academy will be selected via lottery in April.
YSU softball team sweeps doubleheader
It’s a subtle difference between trying to win a ball game for your team and trying to help your team win a game when there’s a runner at third during a tie game in the home half of the seventh inning.
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 27
Today is Wednesday, March 27, the 86th day of 2019. There are 279 days left in the year.
high schools
high schools BASEBALL Canton Central Catholic 8, Ursuline 7 CANTON Canton Central Catholic
Mayors group supports DeWine’s plan for gas-tax increase
Associated Press COLUMBUS A bipartisan group of mayors from Ohio’s largest cities has endorsed
NBA roundup
NBA roundup Tuesday’s other games Raptors 112, Bulls 103 TORONTO Norman Powell scored 20
nhl roundup | Tuesday’s games
Blue Jackets 4, Islanders 0 COLUMBUS Sergei Bobrovsky recorded his second consecutive shutout
Celtics beat Cavs without Kyrie Irving
The Boston Celtics keep finding ways to win without Kyrie Irving
Those who aided, abetted Trump-Russia ‘witch hunt’ now need investigated
Editorial: The Washington Times: The Russian collusion powder keg burned through its extra-long fuse, and
President’s behavior is offensive
Opinion: President Donald Trump made a rare appearance at a churchlast Sunday. It’s a safe bet the sermon was
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,27.54‚àí0.47 Aqua America, .20
GEORGE F. WILL | Mueller delivers gift to Trump, Democrats and nation
Opinion: WASHINGTON Robert Mueller’s report is a gift to the nation, which now knows what was already a
Brexit bedlam threatens leadership of Theresa May
Editorial: The Guardian of Great Britain: Brexit is a revolution, so expect revolutionary consequences. It
What keeps you awake?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Author Harlan Ellison once dropped me a postcard remarking that my
Silicon Valley sets sights on farmers
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords How’re you gonna keep ’em down on the farm after they’ve seen ...
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Strong opening week for CBS, Turner with NCAA hoops tourney NEW YORK One week into
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Liberty Township trustees, 7:30 a.m., 1315 Church Hill-Hubbard Road. Mahoning
HOLBORN HERB GROWERS GUILD’S “HERBAL FARE”
HOLBORN HERB GROWERS GUILD’S “HERBAL FARE” RUSSIAN TEA MIX 1cup Tang 1/2cup instant iced tea
Trump takes victory lap; parties start to pivot past Russia
An exuberant President Donald Trump took a victory lap on Capitol Hill Tuesday, emboldened by the end of the special counsel’s Russia probe, even as Democrats pressed insistently for Robert Mueller’s full report and Justice Department officials said more information could be released in “weeks, not months.”
Charges against Smollett dropped
Dismissal draws immediate backlash Associated Press CHICAGO Infuriating Chicago’s mayor and
Newspapers largely shun Apple’s news subscription service
Many newspaper publishers — after suffering for a decade from job losses, shrinking ad dollars and circulation declines — are so far shunning Apple’s new “Netflix for news” subscription.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS CEO | Applicants
The list of applicants for the Youngstown schools CEO job, which will be finalized by April 4 by
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial AME Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown. Various commodities,
horse racing
horse racing Tuesday’s results RACE 1 $22,100 - 3 yo, 1M 70Y, MSW 5 All the Best (Pilares, C.)
Administration tells court to strike down Obamacare
Justice Department doesn’t explain reasoning in 2-sentence letter Associated Press WASHINGTON
Falcons pounce early to snap streak against Penguins
YSU surrenders 12 runs in first four innings of blowout loss
Tuesday, March 26 (100 stories)
Park planned for downtown Struthers
A partnership between CASTLO and the city may result in the addition of a small creekside park in downtown Struthers.
Eddie George goes from football to entrepreneur
Eddie George, 45, once a great college and National Football League running back, has transformed himself into a successful businessman, movie and stage actor, entrepreneur and college professor by using the same laser focus he used to excel in sports.
Man injured in apparent shark bite off Hawaii's Big Island
Man injured in apparent shark bite off Hawaii's Big Island
NY county bans unvaccinated minors in public as measles spreads
NY county bans unvaccinated minors in public as measles spreads
Official: Barr's review of Mueller report to take weeks
Official: Barr's review of Mueller report to take weeks
Senate panel approves bill allowing armed Florida teachers
Senate panel approves bill allowing armed Florida teachers
Southwest 737 Max makes emergency landing in Orlando
Southwest 737 Max makes emergency landing in Orlando
Apple tries to take a bite out of credit card industry
Apple tries to take a bite out of credit card industry
Maker of OxyContin agrees to $270M settlement in Oklahoma
Maker of OxyContin agrees to $270M settlement in Oklahoma
House fails to override Trump veto of his border emergency
House fails to override Trump veto of his border emergency
YWCA Mahoning Valley’s Young Women with Bright Futures Awards
YWCA Mahoning Valley’s Young Women with Bright Futures Awards
Dems cry foul as Trump calls for striking down ‘Obamacare’
Dems cry foul as Trump calls for striking down ‘Obamacare’
Changes coming to Trumbull County's sick time cash-out policy
Changes coming to Trumbull County's sick time cash-out policy
Police say man assaulted woman over slippers
A man on probation for drug charges was arrested Monday afternoon, accused of domestic violence after he assaulted a woman because she threw out his slippers, a police report states.
Charges against Jussie Smollett dropped by prosecutors
Charges against Jussie Smollett dropped by prosecutors
USS Cincinnati crew to join Reds' opening day parade
USS Cincinnati crew to join Reds' opening day parade
Trumbull elections board fires 14-year employee for negligence
Trumbull elections board fires 14-year employee for negligence
Competition begins to design state's 'I Voted' sticker
Competition begins to design state's 'I Voted' sticker
Sebring school board seeks community input on sixth grade
Sebring school board seeks community input on sixth grade
Ohio college student says he was hazed with spiked paddle
Ohio college student says he was hazed with spiked paddle
US home price gains fall to lowest in more than 6 years
US home price gains fall to lowest in more than 6 years
Struthers hopes to build mini-park near Yellow Creek
Struthers hopes to build mini-park near Yellow Creek
YMCA of Youngstown launches annual fundraising campaign
YMCA of Youngstown launches annual fundraising campaigh
Pilot: Cruise ship woes off Norway started with engine snags
Pilot: Cruise ship woes off Norway started with engine snags
Light and lemony cream puffs
Watch the step-by-step instruction video on how to make Lemon Cream Puffs.
House Democrats to unveil Affordable Care Act rescue package
House Democrats to unveil Affordable Care Act rescue package
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
Curbstone Coaches honor state champions
The Mahoning Valley had five individual and two team state champions over the winter.
Champion has aces in place
Pitchers Allison Smith and Sophie Howell went a combined 31-0 last season.
Trumbull transit officials get boost from discussion with WRTA director
Trumbull transit officials get boost from discussion with WRTA director
Linked by pain
2 school massacre survivors, dad kill selves Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Tragedies
NCAA women’s basketball | Monday’s tournament results
No. 6 South Dakota 75, No. 3 Syracuse 64 SYRACUSE, N.Y. Madison Guebert scored 18 of her 20
Apple belatedly jumps into the streaming TV business
Apple is jumping belatedly into the streaming business dominated by Netflix and Amazon
Trump budget would nix ban on dumping sediment in Lake Erie
Associated Press CLEVELAND President Donald Trump’s new budget proposal is seeking to end Ohio’s
Top 10 tips for surviving spring with allergies
Allergies can include much more problematic symptoms, such as headaches, sinus issues, nasal congestion, and coughing
worth a look
AUCTIONS St. Brendan Altar and Rosary Society will host its annual Spring Bingo and Card party at
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Ashley Moore and Reggie Ware, Youngstown, boy, March 24.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Liberty Township, special board meeting, 11:30 a.m., township administration
Lionel Richie performs during his 2016 concert at Covelli Centre. The pop superstar will return
Lionel Richie performs during his 2016 concert at Covelli Centre. The pop superstar will return
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,28.02‚àí0.09 Aqua America, .20
Patrol says faulty brakes to blame for Campbell crash
3 of 4 breaking systems ineffective, patrol said
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Family members celebrate birthday of late Queen of Soul DETROIT Family members
Liberty school board discussed adding second resource officer to school
Liberty superintendent suggests reducing his salary to fund second resource officer
Suit claims negligence in work accident that led to teen’s amputation
‘Plaintiff suffered an amputation ... while operating a log splitter, as a minor, working under conditions contrary to state and federal law,’ the suit states.
Pastor urged ministers to have sex with teen, prosecutors say
Associated Press TOLEDO Federal prosecutors in Ohio say text messages show that a pastor who’s
Health, Wellness Expo
Health, Wellness Expo YOUNGSTOWN The Valley Health & Wellness Expo will take place from 9 a.m.
Live music performances on TV shows this week include:
Live music performances on TV shows this week include: v Rodrigo y Gabriela: Tonight on “Jimmy
US experts: Too soon to pull breast implants tied to cancer
DA advisers: Too soon to ban kind of breast implant tied to rare cancer, more information needed
Poland continues consolidating its schools footprint
Poland continues consolidating its schools footprint
Phantoms about to get good look at USHL star
Many of America’s best hockey players will descend upon Covelli Centre twice this week.
Eighth-graders learn legal and social consequences of ‘sexting’
Eighth-grade students at Glenwood Junior High learn legal and social consequences of ‘sexting’
Girard officer Mat Jamison to be nominated for Medal of Valor
Girard officer honored for evacuating residents from fire
Dems push for full Mueller report
Trump says he’s fine with release of entire document Associated Press WASHINGTON House
Class will gather for breakfast
Class will gather for breakfast AUSTINTOWN The Chaney High School Class of 1953 will meet for
Student gun-rights group announces OSU settlement
Associated Press COLUMBUS A student gun-rights group has announced a settlement with Ohio State
Driver killed in vehicle that hit back of semi tractor trailer
Driver killed in vehicle that hit back of semi tractor trailer on Interstate 80 in Hubbard Township Monday
CLEVELAND INDIANS
CLEVELAND INDIANS Carrasco wins final spring start for Tribe Carlos Carrasco pitched 52/3
nba roundup | Monday’s games
Magic 119, 76ers 98 ORLANDO, FLA. A little desperation went a long way for Orlando. The Magic
nhl roundup Monday’s other games
Lightning 5, Bruins 4 TAMPA, FLA. Steven Stamkos scored twice and finished with four points,
Close calls, but few upsets so far
The ACC, SEC and Big Ten conferences gobbled up 12 of the 16 slots.
Campbell welcomes new police chief
Chief Patrick Kelly is a 28 year veteran of the Youngstown Police Department.
Mueller report good news for Trump, bad for Russia
Editorial: There are two aspects to Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s report on his 22-month investigation into
Surprise! Money buys privilege
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons Stop the presses. Hold the phone. Call the queen. Ring a bell. Do
Britain is in turmoil, but Don Jr. has swooped in with sage advice
Opinion: By DANA MILBANK Washington Post WASHINGTON Britain is in turmoil (over Brexit.) But
Knightline Embroidery and Screenprint hosts fundraiser for fire victims
Tickets for Knightline fundraiser to help fire victim are $10
Monday, March 25 (72 stories)
Liberty board, police discuss adding second schools officer
Liberty board, police discuss adding second schools officer
Poland continues consolidating its schools footprint
Poland continues consolidating its schools footprint
Girard nominates Mat Jamison for the state Medal of Valor
Girard nominates Mat Jamison for the state Medal of Valor
Manning: Bill would boost psych help in schools
‘Right now, we’ve got about a third of the psychiatrists we need in the state,’ said state Rep. Don Manning
Tim Ryan to decide shortly on presidential bid
Said he’s a ‘little concerned’ with what Democratic presidential candidates are not discussing
Declines in participation and priests bring changes
Priests will have no more than three regularly scheduled weekend Masses
Driver killed, hit back of semi tractor trailer
Driver killed in vehicle that hit back of semi tractor trailer on Interstate 80 in Hubbard Township Monday
Major changes coming to Youngstown diocese, Bishop says
Major changes coming to Youngstown diocese, Bishop says
First I-80 crashes in Liberty this morning involved 4 vehicles
First I-80 crashes in Liberty this morning involved 4 vehicles
Foreman defends acquittal of officer for black teen’s death
Foreman defends acquittal of officer for black teen’s death
UPDATE | Avenatti charged with extortion, fraud
Avenatti charged with extortion and wire, bank fraud
Woman faces domestic violence charges after motel incident
Woman faces domestic violence charges after motel incident
Prosecutor: Pastor urged ministers to have sex with Ohio teen
Prosecutor: Pastor urged ministers to have sex with teen
MUELLER REPORT | Trump says foes did 'treasonous things’
Trump claims launching Russia probe ’treasonous’
Lawyer: Suspect in mob boss killing affected by hate speech
Lawyer: Suspect in mob boss killing affected by hate speech
Trump formally recognizes Israeli control of Golan Heights
Trump formally recognizes Israeli control of Golan Heights
An ‘extreme stalker’ has a Utah family’s home under siege
An ‘extreme stalker’ has a Utah family’s home under siege
Crestview Local Schools board meets at 6 p.m. today
Crestview Local Schools board meets at 6 p.m. today
Man tosses beer at police as he's arrested on warrants
Man tosses beer at police as he's arrested on warrants
Manning meets with educators; touts mental health plans
Manning meets with educators; touts mental health plans
POLL| What does Attorney General William Barr’s letter on the Mueller Report show?
Let us know what you think should happen now that the Mueller Report has been released.
Youngstown man faces gun charges after arrest at club
Youngstown man faces gun charges after arrest at club
Pair indicted for Howland gas station robbery spree
Pair indicted for Howland gas station robbery spree
Bad brakes blamed for Thursday's double-fatal crash
Bad brakes blamed for Thursday's double-fatal crash
MUELLER REPORT | No collusion but obstruction an open question
Mueller finds no Trump collusion, leaves obstruction open
Board sets five sessions on new Trumbull voting system
Board sets five sessions on new Trumbull voting system
Valley officials split on Mueller report along party lines
Valley officials split on Mueller report along party lines
Campbell man faces gun charges after fleeing Youngstown police
Campbell man faces gun charges after fleeing Youngstown police
UPDATE | Jessica Iglesias, 36, of Hubbard dead in I-80 crash
UPDATE | Jessica Iglesias, 36, of Hubbard dead after two I-80 crashes
Liberty police work to prevent sex solicitation
Liberty police asking businesses to be vigilant in preventing sex solicitation
Study expects new industries yet few jobs to replace Lordstown
With the plant’s future now in limbo, analysts and economic development coordinators are looking to the future of industry in the Mahoning Valley
Welcome to the baby boomers remaking of college admission
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication Poor Felicity Huffman is being raked over the coals
What’s the real cost of stuff?
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords I think we, as a nation, have a problem with how we discuss money
Providing willing workers with higher skills pays off
Editorial: Columbus Dispatch: Ohio suffers from a significant job mismatch: Hundreds of thousands of people
Local relocation specialists and real estate agents team up to make stressful moves easy
Local relocation specialists and real estate agents team up
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Hanna and Jacob Allen, Diamond, boy, March 23. Britney
In speech near NY Trump hotel, Gillibrand calls Trump a coward
Associated Press NEW YORK New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand on Sunday launched a pointed attack
YSU roundup
Saibene sets records in softball team’s sweep Youngstown Nikki Saibene went 2-for-4 with two
SUNDAY’S OTHER MEN’S NCAA TOURNAMENT GAMES
SUNDAY’S OTHER MEN’S NCAA TOURNAMENT GAMES Virginia 63, Oklahoma 51 COLUMBIA, S.C. Surprise
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 25
Today is Monday, March 25, the 84th day of 2019. There are 281 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
newsmakers
newsmakers Peele’s ‘Us’ shatters records with $70.3M NEW YORK Jordan Peele has done it again.
WOMEN’S NCAA BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT | Sunday’s games
Chicago Region No. 4 Texas A&M 78, Marquette 76 COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS Chennedy Carter scored
Star witness: Brawling, scheming spy linked to Trump, Moscow
The way Felix Sater tells it, his life is a screenplay just waiting to be written, with tales of drunken brawling, Wall Street rip-offs, international spying and a behind-the-scenes role in Donald Trump’s effort to build a skyscraper in Russia
UK PM May faces heavy pressure to step down to save Brexit
British Prime Minister Theresa May is facing increased pressure from her own Conservative Party to either resign or to set a date for stepping down in order to build support for her Brexit plan
MUELLER REPORT | Stage now set for more political, legal fighting
Stage now set for new rounds of political and legal fighting Associated Press WASHINGTON
Houston races past OSU into Sweet 16
Associated Press TULSA, Okla. Houston’s fans chanted “Sweet 16” in the final minute of the
Milwaukee hamstrings Cavaliers
Giannis Antetokounmpo seems to have recovered quickly from a recent ankle sprain.
Keselowski routs field to earn win at Martinsville
Brad Keselowski gave Team Penske and the new Ford Mustang its third Cup victory through the first six races
Sunday, March 24 (106 stories)
Hundreds gather for vigil to honor father, son killed in crash
The candlelight vigil Sunday in Roosevelt Park for father and son Michael and Marcus Pickett, who were killed in a one-vehicle crash Thursday, was a send-off they would have loved, family and friends said.
O’Grady wins title No. 4
Matt O’Grady defeated Patrick Dombrowski, 215-209 on Sunday to capture the Hubbard Central Open championship at Bell Wick Bowl.
THE ONE GETS AWAY: UCF comes up short against No. 1-seed Duke
Zion Williamson took on 7-foot-6 Tacko Fall at the end and won
Boardman Rotary's longtime pancake fundraiser benefits community
The annual fundraiser continues next weekend
$750M Powerball drawing would be 4th-largest US jackpot
$750 million Powerball drawing would be the fourth-largest jackpot in U.S. history
DNA from missing-person case helps ID 2 legs found in trash
Police say they’ve identified two human legs that were found in the trash at a waste-collection facility in Ohio’s capital city two years ago
Get out! Jordan Peele’s ‘Us’ shatters records with $70.3M
Jordan Peele has done it again: Two years after the filmmaker’s ’Get Out’ became a box-office sensation, his frightening follow-up, ’Us,’ debuted with an estimated $70.3 million in ticket sales
California grower recalls avocados over possible listeria
A Southern California company is voluntarily recalling whole avocados distributed across the U.S. over possible listeria contamination
UPDATE | Report says Trump campaign did not coordinate with Russia
Democrats press for full disclosure of special counsel Mueller’s report on the Russia investigation, anticipate resistance to a complete release
Kidd will always ‘Defend Youngstown’
Phil Kidd might be one of the most pivotal figures in the city of Youngstown in the last decade.
Lordstown Community Pantry
Two-rooms down a mostly empty hallway in Lordstown High School are occupied with the food and clothes available to Lordstown families
Remembering the days before Lordstown
The son of the man who sold GM the land for the Lordstown plant recalls life before the assembly line.
Still need a gown? Visit Kyrsten’s Kloset between noon and 4 p.m. today
Visit Kyrsten’s Kloset between noon and 4 p.m. today
Boys Basketball ZACH RASILE McDonald
McDonald boys basketball standout Zach Rasile modeled his game after Golden State Warriors guards
Girls Bowling Madison Stanton Struthers
Madison Stanton is a couple weeks removed from the Division II girls bowling state tournament, but
New destinations beckon tourists in Ohio
Staff report From iconic anniversaries and exciting expansions, to lodging updates and new
Girls Swimming Jamyson Robb West Branch
An unfortunate gymnastics injury about 10 years ago opened the door to a state championship in
Girls Basketball DAYSHANETTE HARRIS Ursuline
Dayshanette Harris ended her high school career making an impact not only at Ursuline, but across
Wrestling TYLER STEIN Canfield
Tyler Stein earned the proper send-off to his high school wrestling career. In his senior season,
Boys Bowling LOGAN BARTA Girard
Every athlete’s dream is to finish a varsity career at state. Girard senior bowler Logan Barta’s
Boys Swimming Noah Basista Boardman
Noah Basista is looking into studying actuarial science — where he figures out probabilities across
Review of citizen Niles police complaints – few in number, but why?
Review of citizen Niles police complaints – few in number, but why?
Experts warn Midwest flood risk may persist for months
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Even as floodwaters receded in hard-hit places in in the Midwest,
YSU misses out on sweep vs. Oakland
The Youngstown State baseball team had its chances to make plays to win both ends of a doubleheader
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General William Barr scoured special counsel Robert
GARDEN CLUBS
UPCOMING Garden Forum of the Greater Youngstown Area will host its spring general meeting, “Tiptoe
7 tax changes investors should watch for as they file
What investors should watch for as they file By ANDREA COOMBES NerdWallet Americans will face
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY St. Christine’s Parish, 3165 Schenley Ave., Youngstown, 1 to 6 p.m.
Are you picking the wrong money goals?
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet Setting smart, achievable goals is important if you want to take
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Anwarul Islam, professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Youngstown
Phil Kidd will always ‘Defend Youngstown’
Opinion: Phil Kidd might be one of the most pivotal figures in the city of Youngstown in the last decade.
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 24
Today is Sunday, March 24, the 83rd day of 2019. There are 282 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
PRO GOLF roundup
European Nacho Elvira creeps in on Maybank title KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia Nacho Elvira took a
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. –
Pittsburgh Protests erupt after cop cleared in shooting
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The father of a slain black teenager pleaded for peace Saturday
Export slump deepens for US whiskey producers
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. For American whiskey producers, their
SATURDAY AROUND THE NBA
Jazz 114, Bulls 83 CHICAGO Rudy Gobert had 21 points and 14 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz rolled
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
warren
warren Darlene Snyder Jones of Warren was recently hired as chief executive officer of St. Vincent
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 5-under 66 in the
ON AREA LANES | BOWLING LEAGUE SCORES
amron lanes Sportsman League — Matt Bertolette 266-778, Adam Waser 289-760, Richard Gunter
SATURDAY’S OTHER NHL GAMES
Senators 4, Oilers 3, OT EDMONTON, ALBERTA Brady Tkachuk scored his second goal of the game 2:09
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Della Owens (G.P. Putnam’s Sons) 2. “Wolf
Exhibit spotlights 50 years of fab fashion from FIT archives
50 years of fab fashion takes center stage By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer NEW YORK A
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Holger Keifel: Only in America,” noon to 4 p.m.: A new exhibition
Do you really need your smartphone?
by ADAM EARNHEARDT acearnheardt@ysu.edu When I walked into the living room, throw pillows
Barra snubs Trump, again
Opinion: Note: The headline might seem contradictory in light of General Motors’ announcement late last week
Ohio governor proposes raising age to buy tobacco
Associated Press DAYTON Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is proposing raising the minimum age to buy
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet at noon April 5 at Lowellville City Hall Conference Room.
Green New Deal inflames debate
Associated Press WASHINGTON To Democratic supporters, the Green New Deal is a touchstone, a
No timetable for reopening ship channel following leak
Associated Press HOUSTON Officials have no timetable for reopening a portion of the Houston
Challenges for new Ohio National Guard head include fitness
The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The two-star general now in charge of the Ohio National Guard
League of Women Voters announces nominees
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The League of Women Voters of Greater Youngstown, a nonpartisan
Embracing LGBT people goes against Scriptures
Opinion: Embracing LGBT people goes against Scriptures The letter, “Pastors urge Methodists to embrace LGBT
Streisand apologizes for Jackson comments
Streisand apologizes for Jackson comments NEW YORK Barbra Streisand is apologizing outright for
SATURDAY’S OTHER MEN’S NCAA TOURNAMENT BASKETBALL GAMES
EAST REGIONAL Michigan St. 70, Minnesota 50 DES MOINES, IOWA Michigan State is back in the
Busch wins third straight NASCAR Truck Series race
Kyle Busch remained undefeated in the Truck Series
SATURDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL West Branch 10, Girard 6 BELOIT West Branch (1-0) scored five runs in the bottom of
WOMEN’S NCAA TOURNAMENT BASKETBALL Saturday’s games
ALBANY REGION No. 3 Maryland 73, No. 14 Radford 51 COLLEGE PARK, MD. Taylor Mikesell scored 16
Niles school system faces tough financial decisions
Editorial: State-mandated fiscal emergency could be a godsend for the economically distressed Niles City
Court should steer away from the politics of gerrymandering
Opinion: WASHINGTON If an adjective creates a redundancy, does preceding it with two other adjectives give
Saturday, March 23 (128 stories)
DeWine orders flags lowered to honor slain Ohio soldier
DeWine orders flags lowered to honor slain Ohio soldier
Kyrsten’s Kloset makes about 100 young women happy
Still need a gown? Visit Kyrsten’s Kloset between noon and 4 p.m. today
Columbine families gather to tell stories 20 years on
Columbine families gather to tell stories nearly 20 years on
At Shaker’s BackYard Bar & Grill you can build your own burger
Shaker’s Backyard Grill’s chefs make their backyard your backyard
Babs elaborates: 'Nothing but sympathy' for Jackson accusers
'Nothing but sympathy' for Jackson accusers, Streisand elaborates
5 p.m. Sunday vigil set for father-son killed in Campbell crash
5 p.m. Sunday vigil set for father-son killed in Campbell crash
Remembering when GM came to Lordstown
Son of the man who sold GM the land for the Lordstown plant recalls life before the assembly line
Democrats debate Mueller strategy as findings loom
Democrats debate Mueller strategy as findings loom
Challenges for new Ohio National Guard head
Challenges for new Ohio National Guard head include fitness
Lordstown pantry prepares for needs of community
Two rooms in Lordstown High School are occupied with the food and clothes available to Lordstown families
Protests erupt in Pittsburgh after cop cleared in shooting
The acquittal of a white police officer in the shooting death of an unarmed black teenager has left Pittsburgh a city on edge
Pelosi says no to private briefings on report
The Latest: Pelosi says no to private briefings on report
DeWine to lawmakers: Higher gas tax can ’save lives’
DeWine to lawmakers: Higher gas tax can ’save lives’
Shrugs and impatience: Waiting to see what Mueller reported
Shrugs and impatience: Waiting to see what Mueller reported
Check out top Winter Athletes in Sunday's Vindicator
Mahoning Valley athletes were busy on the courts, at the lanes, on the mats and in the water this winter.
Patriots owner apologizes in Florida prostitution case
Patriots owner apologizes in Florida prostitution case
Cincinnati park will honor teen who died trapped in van
Cincinnati park will honor teen who died trapped in van
Chief Wahoo protest will go on despite removal from jerseys
Chief Wahoo protest will go on despite removal from jerseys
Miami University president calls hazing report “deplorable”
Miami University president calls hazing report “deplorable”
Court rejects Ohio officer’s request in wife’s 1997 slaying
Court rejects Ohio officer’s request in wife’s 1997 slaying
Women of Youngstown police and fire to be celebrated
Women of Youngstown police and fire to be celebrated
Prosecutor opposes dismissing charges in massacre probe
Prosecutor opposes dismissing charges in massacre probe
Review of citizen Niles police complaints few in number
Review of citizen Niles police complaints – few in number, but why?
Key findings coming on Mueller report - but not yet
Key findings coming on Mueller report -- but not quite yet
Congress and the country wait for findings in Mueller report
Special counsel Robert Mueller closed his long and contentious Russia investigation with no new charges, ending the probe that has cast a dark shadow over Donald Trump's presidency. The Justice Department was expected to release the main findings possibly today.
NZ candlelit vigil in Youngstown
Richard Marlin, president of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation board, told about 100 people from all faiths and cultures who attended the vigil that the Jewish community stands in support of the Muslim community in mourning the victims.
GM announces jobs, electric vehicle in Mich. after Trump venom
General Motors plans to add 400 jobs and build a new electric vehicle at a factory north of Detroit.
Students exposed to the fun side of manufacturing
The coalition director wants to challenge perceptions.
Trumbull transit administrator says votes might end system
“That means come July 1, Terry Thomas’s contract is done. We’re done with transportation here,” Transit Administrator Mike Salamone said moments after the vote.
Derulo’s K-pop hook-up
By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Jason Derulo is simultaneously looking
Actor Ben McKenzie will go from TV hero to movie villain Life after ‘Gotham’
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Ben McKenzie is looking forward to his next
Donna Grantis
Donna Grantis Album: “Diamonds & Dynamite” Grade: B Like with Miles Davis or David Bowie,
The leader of the ‘City of You’ project receives recognition for his effort
He'll receive the statewide award May 15.
BUSINESS DIGEST || YBI Fulbright Scholar
Patrick Gaughan, an entrepreneur at the Youngstown Business Incubator, has been accepted as a Fulbright Scholar at Hanoi Law University for next year’s spring term.
Former Poland football star opens up about addiction
Angela DeVito, left, and Chief Magistrate Karen Melone clap after Brandon Stevens, right, of Warren, speaks about his recovery from drug addiction at the Community Opioid Summit V Friday morning at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church hall.
AROUND THE NHL Friday’s game
Wild 2, Capitals 1 WASHINGTON Luke Kunin scored the go-ahead goal with 7:35 left, Devan Dubnyk
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be announced. NBC’s “Meet the
Naturalist Series: Teeth, Jaws & Claws
Naturalist Series: Teeth, Jaws & Claws When: Today, 6-7 p.m. What: Dale Gnidovec, OSU Orton
Prime minister’s speech a form of national sabotage
Editorial: The (U.K.) Guardian, March 21: When she put herself forward to lead the Conservative party in 2016,
Birds are living dinosaurs
Birds are living dinosaurs Bring the family to learn about historic creatures and their connection
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 23
Today is Saturday, March 23, the 82nd day of 2019. There are 283 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Thistle got you down?
Thistle got you down? Now is time to prepare for conquering this weed that gave you trouble last
Treasury grants further relief on IRS withholding penalties
Treasury grants further relief on IRS withholding penalties, lowering threshold to 80 percent
US judge blocks part of Ohio’s new abortion ban for 2 weeks
A federal judge is temporarily blocking part of a new Ohio law that bans the abortion method of dilation and evacuation in most cases
Islamic State driven from last Syria territory, Trump says
The White House says that all Islamic State held territory in Syria has been“100 percent” eliminated
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot an even-71 in the
Trump’s unrealistic promises to Rust Belt could haunt him
Opinion: By DAVID IGNATIUS Washington Post WASHINGTON When General Motors idled its auto plant in
Support paid family leave
Opinion: By Sarah Piepenburg OtherWords Ten years ago, my husband and I opened a specialty oil and
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,28.12‚àí1.30 Aqua America, .20
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Judge expected to rule on R. Kelly request to fly to Dubai CHICAGO A Chicago judge
Puddles are a sign of life in spring
By Jim Thornton Ohio certified volunteer naturalist There is much to look forward to in spring:
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Amazing Grace,” 7:30 p.m.: Uplifting musical about the man who
This tasty vegetable can produce in early spring and late fall BEETS ARE TREATS
By Hugh G. EARNHART OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer The beet is the cultivated form of the
Food and clothing giveaway Sunday
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola,
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON Special counsel Robert Mueller on Friday turned over his long-
WOLLITZ: Protecting Lake Erie must be done
Anglers could lose paradise if Ohio legislators don’t step up
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | CONFERENCE HONOREES
ALL-AMERICAN CONFERENCE WRESTLING Red Tier Wrestler of the Year — Tyler Stein, Canfield, Sr.
Ohio cuts funding for Planned Parenthood
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Health is ending grants and contracts that send
Finch seed not invasive thistle
Q. I want to feed the goldfinches, but I don’t want thistles all over my yard. Is there a way to do
YSU roundup
Zallow, Harden participate in Pro Day Youngstown State track and field stars Chad Zallow and
PRO GOLF ROUNDUP Friday’s results
LPGA Park, Lin share lead in Founders Cup PHOENIX Sung Hyun Park isn’t a big fan of birdie-
FRIDAY’S OTHER MEN’S TOURNEY BASKETBALL GAMES
EAST REGIONAL No. 1 Duke 85, No. 16 North Dakota State 62 COLUMBIA, S.C. Zion Williamson had
WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL | Friday’s tournament games
ALBANY REGIONAL No. 1 Louisville 69, No. 16 Robert Morris 34 LOUISVILLE, KY. Asia Durr and
Florida sees boom in Russian ‘birth tourism’
Associated Press MIAMI Every year, hundreds of pregnant Russian women travel to the United
FRIDAY’S PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS LACROSSE Canfield 13, Akron Hoban 9 CANFIELD Isabelle Kelty found the net five times to
FRIDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
Bucks 116, Heat 87 MILWAUKEE Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 27 points, had eight rebounds and
NEWBERRY: Izzo’s on-court outburst downright embarrassing
Michigan State coach sees no need to apologize for humiliating a player
Friday, March 22 (153 stories)
These are not your parents' manufacturing jobs, Youngstown students learn
Jessica Corza, executive director of Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition, wants to challenge local students’ perceptions of manufacturing jobs.
As Lordstown sits idle, GM annunces electric car plans for Michigan
Less than a week after a series of critical tweets from the president over an Ohio plant closure, General Motors is announcing plans to add 400 jobs and build a new electric vehicle at a factory north of Detroit.
Pittsburgh-area ex-cop acquitted in killing of unarmed black teen
A jury has acquitted a white former police officer who fatally shot an unarmed black teenager in the back as he was fleeing a high-stakes traffic stop outside Pittsburgh, a confrontation that was captured on video and led to weeks of unrest.
Fate of Trumbull County's public transportation uncertain
The administrator for Trumbull County’s public transportation system said the four “abstain” votes cast this week by Trumbull Transit board members may be the decision that ends the system.
City of You creator wins state award
RJ Thompson, the force behind the “City of You” project, was recognized for his achievement at a Friday event.
Judge says New York's stun gun ban is unconstitutional
Judge says New York's stun gun ban is unconstitutional
UPDATE | Mueller not recommending any more indictments
Mueller not recommending any more indictments
US budget deficit sets Feb. record of $234 billion
US budget deficit sets Feb. record of $234 billion
Truck driver involved in hockey team bus crash gets 8 years
Truck driver involved in hockey team bus crash gets 8 years
CNN Kellyanne Conway profile gets social media blowback
CNN Kellyanne Conway profile gets social media blowback
White House: Islamic State territory in Syria eliminated
White House: Islamic State territory in Syria eliminated
Jimmy Carter’s new milestone: longest-lived US president
Jimmy Carter’s new milestone: longest-lived US president
Former Pennsylvania Attorney General Kane is disbarred
Former Pennsylvania Attorney General Kane is disbarred
Trump to nominate conservative Stephen Moore for Fed board
Trump to nominate conservative Stephen Moore for Fed board
U.S. Army Corps issues water quality certification for TJX
U.S. Army Corps issues water quality certification for TJX
2 Ohio teen boys charged in shooting that killed girl
2 Ohio teen boys charged in shooting that killed girl
Stocks slide lower as economic growth worries spread
Stocks slide lower as economic growth worries spread
R. Kelly's trip to Dubai off for now as contracts reworked
R. Kelly's trip to Dubai off for now as contracts reworked
Ohio unemployment rate drops a bit from January to February
Ohio unemployment rate drops a bit from January to February
Space Walk LIVE! Watch now
Live feed has ended. Astronauts spacewalk have successfully completed the update to the space station's power system.
GM ships $300 million to Michigan to build electric vehicle
GM ships $300 million to Michigan to build electric vehicle
Driver smacks Spectrum truck with worker in bucket
Driver smacks Spectrum truck with worker in bucket
Library hosts Canfield School art show
For the third year, Canfield Local Schools partnered with the Canfield library to host an art show in February to showcase students’ work.
CUMC hosts chili cook-off
The Congregational Life Committee of the Canfield United Methodist Church hosted a chili cook-off on Feb. 24.
Chili cook-off funds mission trip
The Canfield Presbyterian Church hosted its annual Chili Cook-off on Feb. 24.
CHC students present Destination: America!
The fourth-grade students of C.H. Campbell Elementary School, under the direction of music specialist Michael Fay, presented “Destination: America! An Evening of Art and Music” by John Jacobson and Roger Emerson on Feb. 11.
CVMS students battle staff on the court
Canfield Village Middle School hosted its fourth annual Students Versus Staff Basketball Game on March 8.
Eagle Scouts and volunteers to be honored
Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America will host the annual District
Mill Creek MetroParks Earth Day Cleanup seeking volunteers
With more than 40 locations in the Mill Creek MetroParks system needing attention, more participants
Boardman Park to host pancake breakfast and Maple Syrup Festival
Boardman Park will host the 42nd annual Maple Syrup Festival and Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
AFHS attends Financial Starting Point event
Austintown Fitch High School students traveled to Youngstown State University for the 11th annual Financial Starting Point event on Feb. 19.
Speech and debate team competes at state tournament
The Austintown Fitch speech and debate team competed at the state tournament at Jackson-Massillon
Young girls learn coding at Main library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Main library of Youngstown and Mahoning County hosted
CityScape plans its Streetscape program downtown June 1
CityScape plans its Streetscape program downtown June 1
Preschoolers celebrate Chinese New Year
Preschoolers at St. Joseph’s Early Childhood Learning Center celebrated the Chinese New Year on Feb. 28.
PTA hosts family Bingo night
Austintown Intermediate School’s Parent Teacher Association hosted its annual Family Bingo night on March 1.
Man gets four years for shooting at Youngstown house
Man gets four years for shooting at Youngstown house
Pi Day pie throwing at Austintown Intermediate School
Austintown Intermediate School celebrated international Pi Day on March 14.
US judge blocks part of Ohio's new abortion ban for 2 weeks
US judge blocks part of Ohio's new abortion ban for 2 weeks
Trumbull transit administrator says votes might end system
Trumbull transit administrator says votes might end system
Buffalo, NY zoo says Agnes the Giraffe has died at age 24
Buffalo, NY zoo says Agnes the Giraffe has died at age 24
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
NZ says mosque gunman faces life prison in isolation
NZ says mosque gunman faces life prison in isolation
UAW, GM push back on Trump notion to open, sell Lordstown plant
GM says it has placed over 1,000 workers who lost their jobs at Lordstown and other unallocated plants at other company facilities.
YSU falls to Cincinnati in WNIT opener
Youngstown State seniors Melinda Trimmer, Sarah Cash and Alison Smolinski did all they could, but the Penguins saw their season come to an end
O’Grady looking for fourth straight PBA Hubbard Open title
The ninth PBA Hubbard Open begins today with three-time defending champion Matt O’Grady of Rahway, N.J., set to defend his title.
Niles schools waits for appointment of fiscal commission
The superintendent says there can be no fiscal emergency discussion until the state appoints a commission.
Backbreaker Morant leads Murray State to upset
Ja Morant, a future NBA lottery pick, sliced through Marquette with 16 assists, 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Students, Heritage residents celebrate Purim
The festival commemorates the salvation of Jewish people in ancient Persia.
Phantoms’ Messina, Larkin commit to Ohio State
Forward Dalton Messina and defenseman John Larkin, whose hometowns are near Detroit, have committed to Ohio State University.
Speaker’s message: End drug, alcohol use even before pregnancy
A speaker provided facts about the dangers to babies of fetal exposure to drugs and alcohol that most of the 150 professionals attending had never heard before.
Longtime baseball voices in final year
By JOE KAY AP Sports Writer Steve Blass spent his boyhood afternoons in Connecticut flinging a
Games battle for hall honor
Associated Press ROCHESTER, N.Y. The World Video Game Hall of Fame fielded thousands of
high schools
high schools GIRLS BASKETBALL Bellwood-Antis 66, West Middlesex 57 HERSHEY, PA. The Big
Perimeter-challenged Minnesota knocks off Louisville
Minnesota found its elusive 3-point stroke just in time to give coach Richard Pitino the NCAA Tournament win he’d been seeking for years.
Jordan Peele holds a dark mirror to society in new film ‘Us’
Jordan Peele has tightened his grip in “Us,” a less satirical and more slaughterhouse horror parable than the writer-director’s astonishing debut, “Get Out,” that despite its deficiencies will leave all who enter its shadowy world convinced of Peele’s growing command as a singular conjurer of American nightmares.
Youngstown amphitheater taking shape
About 80 percent of the work on the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater project is complete. The project is expected to be finished in early June, with the first event planned for June 14.
Austintown Community Briefs
Have a picture taken with a rescue bunny Legacy Dog Rescue and F5RS, Frisky Ferrets, Fuzzies and
Poland Community Briefs
Local church hosts spaghetti dinner event St. Angela Merici, located at 397 South Jackson Street
Jamie Berndt, Mike Cerni set wedding date
dardenne prairie, Mo. Tippecanoe Country Club has been chosen as the setting for the 4:30 p.m. May
Suspect in mob boss slaying could face lethal Mafia justice
Associated Press NEW YORK As Anthony Comello sits in jail on murder charges, he may have more
Trump continues his attack on the UAW during his Ohio visit
Opinion: President Donald Trump again criticized the United Auto Workers union regarding the idling of the
Mueller report could be letdown for some
AG says he’ll release as much info as he can Associated Press WASHINGTON America is waiting
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,29.410.62 Aqua America, .20
NCAA MEN’S TOURNAMENT Thursday’s other first-round games
EAST REGIONAL No. 2 Michigan State 76, No. 15 Bradley 65 DES MOINES, IOWA Cassius Winston
Boardman Community Briefs
Healthy Active Living program available at Akron Children’s Hospital in Boardman Akron Children’s
Courtney Gratz, Jeffrey Savnik to marry June 8
Warren and Debra Gratz of Boardman and Rich and Theresa Cessna of Austintown are announcing the
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 22
Today is Friday, March 22, the 81st day of 2019. There are 284 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Rita Beish, Philip Hall to wed March 23
BOARDMAN Christ Lutheran Church in Struthers has been chosen as the setting for the March 23
US to endorse Golan Heights as part of Israel
Trump announces decision in tweet Associated Press JERUSALEM President Donald Trump abruptly
Surplus food
Surplus food East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., at the corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Mr. Burns – A Post-Electric Play,” 7:30 p.m.: Offbeat play ($10,
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 69 in the
Mom, boyfriend sentenced to life in death of girl, 4
Assoicated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio woman and her boyfriend have been sentenced to life in prison
Desperate migrant families overwhelm border agencies
Associated Press MCALLEN, Texas A mother cradled a crying toddler as she waited in line with 20
Cincinnati-area teens combat suicide, mental-health issues
The Cincinnati Enquirer SHARONVILLE Jennifer Wright-Berryman looked over a room packed with
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Mill Creek MetroParks board, special meeting regarding the board retreat, 8 a.m.,
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1969 will celebrate its 50-year class reunion Aug. 30 through
‘Full House’ to big house in college scheme? Experts differ
Associated Press BOSTON Could Aunt Becky be headed to prison? It could go either way, experts
Facebook left millions of passwords readable by employees for years
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Facebook left millions of user passwords readable by its
interest rates Consumers should soon see benefit of Fed’s patience
Associated Press NEW YORK So much for those worries about rising interest rates. Just a few
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association is celebrating 100 years of amateur radio
Miss. governor signs ‘heartbeat’ abortion law
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant on Thursday signed one of the
Crosby, Penguins top Predators in shootout
Sidney Crosby’s goal in the shootout gave Pittsburgh a 2-1 victory.
WATER WORRIES
Unprecedented spring flooding possible, US forecasters say Associated Press The stage is set for
college basketball
college basketball MEN summaries MINNESOTA 86, LOUISVILLE 76 MINNESOTA (22-13) — Murphy 7-9
Odor, Guzman lift Rangers over Tribe
Odor, Guzman lift Rangers over Tribe Surprise, Ariz. Rougned Odor hit a three-run home run and
Kent State falls to Louisiana-Monroe
Travis Munnings had 28 points as Louisiana-Monroe beat Kent State 87-77.
Wealth paves way for college
Opinion: By Jessicah Pierre OtherWords In what’s being called the largest college admissions scam ever, a
Mercy Health ER program holds hope for OD victims
Editorial: In the ongoing war on drugs, hospital emergency rooms often stand as the first line of defense for
Young girls learn coding at Main library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Main library of Youngstown and Mahoning County hosted
Retired teacher connects past and present with model trains
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com A local retired teacher discovered a love for model
Poland library celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
Children celebrated St. Patrick’s Day at the Poland library on March 16.
Miss DeMaiolo, Connor Beerck plan July rite
AUSTINTOWN Jerry and Carolyn DeMaiolo of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
Boardman Lions use school’s food pantry to create meals
In November of 2016, Boardman Center Intermediate opened the first daily school food pantry in the
Volunteers needed for Earth Day cleanup at Mill Creek MetroParks
With more than 40 locations in the Mill Creek MetroParks system needing attention, more participants
Eagle Scouts and volunteers to be honored at awards dinner
Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America will host the annual District
Retired teacher connects past and present with model trains
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com A local retired teacher discovered a love for model
Boardman Park to host pancake breakfast and Maple Syrup Festival
Boardman Park will host the 42nd annual Maple Syrup Festival and Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Boardman Park to host Maple Syrup Festival
Boardman Park will host the 42nd annual Maple Syrup Festival and Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Poland Sports Briefs
Letters of intent The Poland Seminary High School athletic department will be having five senior
Shepherd of the Valley residents use story telling app
Shepherd of the Valley has partnered with OneDay, an instant video platform, to digitally preserve
Beeghly Oaks celebrates renovated facility with open house
Beeghly Oaks center for Rehabilitation and Healing hosted its first open house since completing renovations on March 14.
Volunteers needed for Earth Day cleanup
With more than 40 locations in the Mill Creek MetroParks system needing attention, more participants
Mill Creek hosts new Crafty Critters winter event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Mill Creek MetroParks hosted the Crafty Critters
Canfield Community Briefs
Off the beaten path in Costa Rica The Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley invites the public to
Boardman Park to host Maple Syrup Festival
Boardman Park will host the 42nd annual Maple Syrup Festival and Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Boardman Tot Chefs create healthy snacks
Boardman School District’s food service department is convinced showing children how to eat healthy
Thursday, March 21 (112 stories)
Akiva students mark Purim with Heritage Manor residents
Akiva Academy students celebrated Purim with Heritage Manor residents this morning.
Any amount of drugs, alcohol damages baby from conception, expert says
A speaker provided facts about the dangers to babies of fetal exposure to drugs and alcohol that most of the 150 professionals attending a training event had never heard before.
4 men arrested at 2 homes on drug charges
Police serving search warrants investigating drug activity Wednesday arrested four men at two homes.
Black man detained while moving into own Kansas home
Black man detained while moving into own Kansas home
Florida man pleads guilty to mailing bombs to Trump foes
Florida man pleads guilty to mailing bombs to Trump foes
Campbell school board to hire new business manager tonight
Campbell school board to hire new business manager tonight
Facebook left millions of passwords readable by employees
Facebook left millions of passwords readable by employees
Death toll from cyclone surpasses 500 in southern Africa
Death toll from cyclone surpasses 500 in southern Africa
Trump: US recognizes Israel sovereignty of Golan Heights
Trump: US recognizes Israel sovereignty of Golan Heights
Levi Strauss readies for prime time in the public markets
Levi Strauss readies for prime time in the public markets
Trans teen says Ga. school took him off prom king ballot
Trans teen says Ga. school took him off prom king ballot
3 students suffer minor injuries in Pa. school bus crash
3 students suffer minor injuries in Pa. school bus crash
Cummings: Ivanka Trump not preserving all official email
Cummings: Ivanka Trump not preserving all official email
450 cocaine bricks worth $38M found at Philadelphia port
450 cocaine bricks worth $38M found at Philadelphia port
Family of Ohio teen tackled by teacher gets $275K to settle suit
Family of Ohio teen tackled by teacher gets $275K to settle suit
River ferry sinks in Tigris near Iraq's Mosul, killing 71
River ferry sinks in Tigris near Iraq's Mosul, killing 71
Consumers should soon see benefit of Fed's patience on rates
Consumers should soon see benefit of Fed's patience on rates
Stocks move broadly higher, led by technology companies
Stocks move broadly higher, led by technology companies
Candy Crush vs. Mortal Kombat for Video Game Hall of Fame
Candy Crush vs. Mortal Kombat for Video Game Hall of Fame
$30,000 damage reported to vacant Boardman apartments
$30,000 damage reported to vacant Boardman apartments
SUV crashes through barrier, hits 4 kids on Florida beach
SUV crashes through barrier, hits 4 kids on Florida beach
Marshals to suspect: Come out, come out wherever you are
Marshals to suspect: Come out, come out wherever you are
More Yo dope: Dad, son charged with cocaine possession
More Yo dope: Dad, son charged with cocaine possession
Man convicted of threats against Obama, Rep. Waters
Man convicted of threats against Obama, Rep. Waters
Youngstown police squads bust a Salt Springs dope den
Youngstown police squads bust a Salt Springs dope den
Scripts from 'Dick Van Dyke Show' to be digitally preserved
Scripts from 'Dick Van Dyke Show' to be digitally preserved
Drug doses, deaths spur 26 lawsuits against doctor, hospital
Drug doses, deaths spur 26 lawsuits against doctor, hospital
UPDATE | Lowellville schools student, father dead after crash
Father, son dead after crash in Campbell
Fire ball above LA not an alien invasion, just a film shoot
Fire ball above LA not an alien invasion, just a film shoot
First artificial intelligence Google Doodle features Bach
First artificial intelligence Google Doodle features Bach
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
Trump says public should see 'ridiculous' Mueller report
Trump says public should see 'ridiculous' Mueller report
Ohio budget includes funds for narcotics intelligence center
Ohio budget includes funds for narcotics intelligence center
Cea’s homer gives YSU softball team split
The freshman left fielder hit three-run homer in the third inning of the nightcap.
Niles job fair gives job leads, but questions remain for GM workers
Employers came to Eastwood Mall on Wednesday from as far away as North Dakota. One offered wages and benefits similar to what GM Lords-town workers make, and one of the area’s most prominent employers – Vallourec Star – saw a line of interested workers at its table.
With recent changes, rules for Trumbull recyling bins explained
Changes to the types of recyclables the Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste Management District will accept have left even veteran recyclers confused, said Greg Kovalchick, district director.
State champion South Range won’t rest on 2018 title
Nearly a year removed from the first state championship in program history, the Raiders are focused on the 2019 season.
Davis YMCA displays preschool classes’ self-portraits
The reception for the Davis YMCA preschool’s self-portrait collection Wednesday afternoon had all the trappings of a gallery opening.
Salinas ready to rumble again after a year off
It has been almost exactly a year since Alejandro “Popo” Salinas last fought.
Change in plea surprises father of ex-NFL player
Staff report The father of former NFL player Desmond Marrow said he is surprised that a Henry
Boardman residents irked at lack of input on fee
State law ditctates that roads are exempt from the utility fee that will be levied on commercial and residential property owners, officials said.
Pittsburgh Symphony at Westminster
Staff report NEW WILMINGTON, PA. The inaugural Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra series at
Top Hat first to present musical ‘Amazing Grace’
From the first time he saw “Amazing Grace,” Brian Palumbo knew he had to get the rights to perform the musical in his own theater.
Renowned photographer to show works at Butler
A mid-career exhibition of the work of Holger Keifel will open Sunday at the Butler Institute of American Art.
Defendant's attorney asks for evaluation of co-defendants
2 of 3 defendants have been declared incompetent to stand trial.
major league baseball World Series is Tribe’s goal
Even with offseason changes, Indians remain heavy favorite in AL Central Associated Press
Trumbull commissioners approve sewer projects in Vienna, Liberty
Trumbull County commissioners approved two sanitary-sewer projects Wednesday that are expected to be built sometime starting this spring or summer, one in Liberty and one in Vienna.
Canfield OKs 2019 budget at $11.2M
City council members also selected a firm to develop a comprehensive plan that will shape the city for the next 10 years.
Trump reiterates messages to GM, UAW in Canton
Gov. Mike DeWine greets Trump as he arrives at Akron-Canton Airport on Wednesday for a late-evening fundraiser in Canton.
Judge weighs in on lollipop suit
Associated Press TOLEDO A federal judge is siding with the makers of Dum-Dums lollipops in its
Ohio AG chastises judge about death penalty
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge improperly praised Gov. Mike DeWine’s decision to
New This week
New This week Us (R) A family’s serenity turns to chaos when a group of doppelg §ngers begins to
Wean Foundation Community Investment Grants totalled $226,383
Staff report WARREN The Raymond John Wean Foundation board approved Community Investment Grants
Sexton, Clarkson lead Cavs against Bucks
Rookie Collin Sexton scored 25 points, Jordan Clarkson added 23 and the Cleveland Cavaliers delayed Milwaukee from clinching the Central Division
Portman defies president on emergency declaration
Editorial: The stage is now set for a major constitutional battle in the U.S. Supreme Court over the
UK’s May asks a wary EU to delay Brexit until June 30
Exactly 1,000 days after Britain voted to leave the European Union, and nine days before it is scheduled to walk out the door, Prime Minister Theresa May has asked the bloc to postpone the U.K.’s departure until June 30
Thursday
Thursday Discussion Book Club, 7 to 9 p.m., Whistle and Keg, 101 W. Federal St., Youngstown
Zoppe Family Circus returning to fairgrounds
Zoppe Family Circus returning to fairgrounds CANFIELD The Zoppe Family Circus will return to the
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 21
Today is Thursday, March 21, the 80th day of 2019. There are 285 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
DeWine: House gas-tax proposal ‘doesn’t cut it’
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is continuing his push-back against lawmakers’
‘Landfall’ will have you pining for the days of George W. Bush
Opinion: WASHINGTON Nostalgia is what Thomas Mallon is counting on to help draw readers to his new novel,
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Ford repackages investment, boosts new jobs from 850 to 900
Ford Motor Co. is repackaging a previously announced $900 million manufacturing investment in the Detroit area, boosting the number of jobs added from 850 to 900.
NOT WANTED
NOT WANTED There have been changes to the types of recyclables the Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste
Suspect in McDonald’s robbery arrested at Walmart
Jawwaad R. Pusey is charged with aggravated robbery.
AUDITIONS
ACTORS “Macbeth,” “Antony and Cleopatra.” Mahoning Valley Players will have auditions at 6 p.m.
Jordan Peele dares everyone to look at the horrors of ‘Us’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES Jordan Peele’s sweet spot as a filmmaker are the
Art and tragedy: The Butler’s Keifel connection
A new exhibition of Holger Keifel’s iconic photographs will open Sunday at the Butler Institute of
‘Whack job’: Trump escalates feud with Conway’s husband
President Donald Trump is escalating an awkward public fight with the husband of a top aide
Jay-Z, Dead & Co., Killers to perform at Woodstock 50
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Jay-Z, Dead & Company and the Killers will headline
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana Fri: Charles Wesley Godwin, 7 p.m. Sat:
Campbell council announces new police chief, approves funds for parks, cops
The new police chief will be sworn in on Monday.
Emmet Cahill to return
Emmet Cahill to return Irish tenor Emmet Cahill will return to St. Columba Cathedral in
Most Americans confident Russia probe has been fair and impartial, poll finds
Associated Press WASHINGTON As the special counsel investigation into Donald Trump’s
high schools
high schools BOYS BASKETBALL OPWSA DIVISION I ALL-OHIO TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR — Samari
Prepare for a cashless society
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Cash is king – but here comes the guillotine! I’ve heard
college basketball roundup
college basketball roundup NCAA MEN-FIRST FOUR North Dakota State 78, North Carolina Central 74
Disney closes $71B deal for Fox entertainment assets
Disney has closed its $71 billion acquisition of Fox’s entertainment business in a move set to shake up the media landscape
Wednesday, March 20 (103 stories)
YMCA pre-schoolers offer glimpse into how they see themselves
The reception for the Davis YMCA preschool’s self-portrait collection Wednesday afternoon had all the trappings of a gallery opening.
Boardman residents irked at water fee without input
A roadblock in ABC Water and Storm Water District’s plan to improve storm infrastructure was highlighted at Wednesday’s open house with township residents.
PM: New Zealand banning all assault weapons in wake of mosque massacres
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says New Zealand is immediately banning assault rifles, high-capacity magazines and “military style semi-automatic rifles” like the weapons used in last Friday’s attacks on two Christchurch mosques.
Lawyer asks evaluation of co-defendants in Bugdal murder case
The attorney for one of three men accused in a July 2017 murder asked a judge Wednesday to have a competency hearing against the co-defendants to determine if they are competent enough to testify against his client.
Trumbull commissioners approve sewer projects along Belmont Avenue, Tibbetts-Wick
Trumbull County commissioners approved two sanitary-sewer projects Wednesday that are expected to be built sometime starting this spring or summer, one in Liberty and one in Vienna.
Kentucky governor says he exposed his children to chickenpox
Kentucky governor says he exposed his children to chickenpox
Trump: Let Mueller report come out, 'let people see it'
Trump: Let Mueller report come out, 'let people see it'
Poll: More Americans want immigration to stay the same
Poll: More Americans want immigration to stay the same
Witness says Pittsburgh officer questioned teen's actions in shooting
Witness says Pittsburgh officer questioned teen's actions in shooting
US judge blocks oil, gas drilling over climate change
US judge blocks oil, gas drilling over climate change
N.C. 4th-grader: "Tell me about Ohio"
Opinion: I am very excited to learn more about the great state of Ohio as I work on my report.
GOP senators defend McCain against Trump's attacks
GOP senators defend McCain against Trump's attacks
TRUMP TRIP | Ryan says Trump spews 'empty rhetoric" and disses UAW
TRUMP TRIP | President in Lima now; will be in North Canton later
Vindy Sports Live is live at 5 p.m. Thursday
Join some of the smartest sports guys in the Valley discuss damn cool things about local sports. We are live at 5 every Thursday on Vindy Sports Live.
Federal Reserve foresees no interest rate hikes in 2019
Federal Reserve foresees no interest rate hikes in 2019
Ohio officer facing charges resigns; 18 of his cases dismissed
Ohio officer facing charges resigns; 18 of his cases dismissed
UK's May asks a wary EU to delay Brexit until June 30
UK's May asks a wary EU to delay Brexit until June 30
Bill to expand Pa. public pension forfeiture law heads to governor
Bill to expand Pa. public pension forfeiture law heads to governor
Judge weighs in on lollipop lawsuit between candy rivals
Judge weighs in on lollipop lawsuit between candy rivals
Oregon Blockbuster outlasts others to become last on Earth
Oregon Blockbuster outlasts others to become last on Earth
Happy Birthday: Trump's youngest son, Barron, turns 13
Happy Birthday: Trump's youngest son, Barron, turns 13
Trumbull commissioners approve sewer projects in Liberty, Vienna
Trumbull commissioners approve sewer projects in Liberty, Vienna
Georgia man confessed he helped burn teacher's body to ash
Georgia man confessed he helped burn teacher's body to ash
GOP senator says he's fed up with Trump's attacks on McCain
GOP senator says he's fed up with Trump's attacks on McCain
Diocese sponsoring two wedding anniversary celebrations
Diocese sponsoring two wedding anniversary celebrations
Luis Castillo to get surprise start for Reds on opening day
Luis Castillo to get surprise start for Reds on opening day
House Speaker Pelosi to headline Ohio Democrats' dinner
House Speaker Pelosi to headline Ohio Democrats' dinner
Confusion arises over new Trumbull recycling rules
Confused about new Trumbull recycling rules? Here's a primer
Ohio police vice unit disbanded in wake of investigations
Ohio police vice unit disbanded in wake of investigations
After 7 years, family reunited with dog thought dead
After 7 years, family reunited with dog thought dead
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
Trump keeps a sharp focus on Ohio for the 2020 campaign
Trump keeps a sharp focus on Ohio for the 2020 campaign
Nexstar Media selling 19 TV stations for $1.32 billion
Nexstar Media selling 19 TV stations for $1.32 billion
TJX also gets incentive from port authority to save sales taxes
THE HomeGoods project got EPA water-quality certification, now the Army Corps of Engineers needs to approve the project.
Mahoning County captures Al Beach games
Justin Sweeney, who came back from a torn ACL in football, scored 18 for Mahoning County.
Sharon’s late rally not enough vs. Lincoln Park
Sharon’s finest senior class of the 21st century went out fighting.
Ex-judge guilty of concealing stolen assets
Former Sebring-area judge Diane Vettori-Caraballo must pay almost $209,000 to the estate of the deceased client from whom she stole, a judge ruled Monday.
Colaluca applies for position in Canton
Austintown Board of education in 2016 renewed Vincent Colaluca’s contract for another three years. It’s set to expire in August 2020.
McDonald’s Rasile first-team All-Ohio selection
Four Mahoning Valley players earned first-team recognition.
Campbell to swear in new police chief
Patrick Kelly retired after 28 years with the Youngstown Police Department.
YSU women excited about WNIT opportunity.
The Penguins will face the Cincinnati Bearcats on Thursday night.
Sgt. 1st Class Hattie R. Hudson is a Youngstown East High School and YSU grad
Sergeant attributes success to her mother’s tough love By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com
Hare on fire early as Boardman lacrosse team wins
Boardman defeated Cardinal Mooney 14-5 on Tuesday night.
Eight men accused of soliciting sex in Liberty pleaded not guilty Tuesday morning
The eight were arraigned Tuesday morning.
Eastern Gateway about to move into additional Youngstown building
Eastern Gateway Community College will start moving beds and medical equipment into the Harshman Building, 101 E. Boardman St. downtown, later this week as the building becomes the community college’s Health Workforce Building.
West Boulevard starts STEM in kindergarten
Kindergarten students get introduction to STEM-based learning By jessica Hardin
Man sentenced to over 7 years in fed drug case
Rafael Samaniego, 27, also served 21-month federal prison sentence beginning in 2013.
Historical society remembers Poland's influential women
Ginny Meloy, left, and Debbie Gilbert portray characters during a Women of Poland event at Poland Historical Society Tuesday night.
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Bayan Imashat and Omar Al Bdour, Youngstown, girl, March
ANGELS OF EASTER SEALS’ “ANGELS AND FRIENDS FAVORITE RECIPES III”
ANGELS OF EASTER SEALS’ “ANGELS AND FRIENDS FAVORITE RECIPES III” TAFFY APPLE SALAD by GINA
Art show kicks off at TAG
Staff report WARREN The second annual Trumbull County Educational Service Center K-8 art show
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Tuesday’s games
NCAA TOURNAMENT First Four In Fairleigh Dickinson 82, Prairie View A&M 76 DAYTON Darnell
Special counsel zeroed in on Cohen early on
Scope of interest in Trump’s former lawyer is unclear Associated Press NEW YORK Hundreds of
Trump buddies up with Bolsonaro, the ‘Trump of the Tropics’
President Donald Trump welcomed Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to the White House Tuesday and made clear that flattery pays
Study: Strong marijuana raises risk of psychosis
Associated Press LONDON Smoking high-potency marijuana every day could increase the chances of
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 20
Today is Wednesday, March 20, the 79th day of 2019. There are 286 days left in the year. Spring
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Piccadilly Parlour provides an escape, unique teas
Piccadilly Parlour offers quiche, finger sandwiches, orange bread, pastries and English teas.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Unusual ‘Bachelor’ finale pays off for ABC in ratings race NEW YORK An unusual
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Austintown school board, 2 p.m., high school cafeteria, 4560 Falcon Drive.
Alliance man faces gun, receiving stolen property charges
Cody J. West, 22, of South Mahoning Avenue, is accused of wounding another person when he was drunk.
TUESDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Kennedy Catholic 75, Coatesville 69 WILLIAMSPORT, PA. The Golden Eagles will
Canfield woman charged with stealing from her employer
Amanda J. Hahn is accused of taking $182,000 from a Canfield doctor.
Former Rockies star Gonzalez getting new start with Indians
If he makes Cleveland’s 40-man roster, Carlos Gonzalez will get a $2 million contract in the majors.
White House, economists see economic boom differently
Associated Press Contrary to the views of most economists, the Trump administration expects the
Tuesday, March 19 (101 stories)
Local Army recruiter owes success to 'mom'
Army Reserve Sgt. 1st Class Hattie R. Hudson, a Mahoning Valley area Army recruiter, attributes her success in college and her civilian and military careers to her mother’s tough love.
Notable Poland women featured in program tonight
Poland has been the stomping ground of influential women since the community’s inception.
Ex-Youngstown homicide cop is new Campbell chief
Mayor Nick Phillips will swear in the city’s new police chief Monday.
Ex-judge Vettori-Caraballo ordered to re-pay money stolen from client's estate
A former Sebring-area judge must pay almost $209,000 to the estate of the deceased client from whom she stole, a judge has ruled.
Lawmakers offer bipartisan bill ending takeover of Ohio schools
Lawmakers offer bipartisan bill ending state takeovers of schools
Do-Cut Sales & Services opens Canfield store Wednesday
Do-Cut Sales & Services opens Canfield store Wednesday
Route 711 SB ramp to I-680 SB closed March 29 to October
Route 711 SB ramp to I-680 SB closed March 29 to October
Trump's attack on UAW Lordstown is insulting
Editorial: As U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan put it, "We all deserve better."
Patriots owner Kraft offered plea deal in prostitution case
Patriots owner Kraft offered plea deal in prostitution case
NCAA can't keep tourney games away from legal gambling
NCAA can't keep tourney games away from legal gambling
Facebook settles suits over ad-targeting discrimination
Facebook settles suits over ad-targeting discrimination
Community night is Thursday at Campbell Elementary/Middle School
Community night is Thursday at Campbell Elementary/Middle School
South Side man sentenced to federal prison 2nd time
South Side man sentenced to federal prison 2nd time
Nunes sues Twitter, users for defamation and negligence
Nunes sues Twitter, users for defamation and negligence
Ohio Senate committee pushes changes to transportation bill
Ohio Senate committee pushes changes to transportation bill
University officer shoots individual on Milwaukee campus
University officer shoots individual on Milwaukee campus
AP: Trout, Angels close to record $432M, 12-year deal
AP: Trout, Angels close to record $432M, 12-year deal
Austintown schools superintendent seeking another post
Austintown schools superintendent seeking another post
New NFL rules likely coming, but not replay for penalties
New NFL rules likely coming, but not replay for penalties
Ohio fire chief announces changes after firefighter’s death
Ohio fire chief announces changes after firefighter’s death
Youngstown council to approve $163.9M budget Wednesday
Youngstown council to approve $163.9M budget Wednesday
Records show FBI was probing Michael Cohen long before raid
Newly released documents show the FBI was investigating President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney and fixer for nearly a year before agents raided his home and office
Niles hosts Illinois author today about drug addiction
Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, author and researcher, is presenting a day-long training presentation today for 150 social workers and others at Ciminero's banquet hall on the impact of addiction on children.
Ohio sues pharmacy benefits company for $16M in overcharges
Ohio is suing a company that managed prescription benefits for the state Bureau of Workers' Compensation, seeking to recover nearly $16 million in alleged overcharges for the fund for injured workers.
Pittsburgh officer goes on trial today for black teen killing
A white police officer who shot and killed an unarmed black 17-year-old last year goes on trial starting Tuesday in a case that could put him behind bars for life.
ISIS suspects captured in killing of 4 Americans in January
A spokesman for U.S.-backed forces fighting the Islamic State group in Syria says they have captured a group of suspects involved in a January bombing that killed four Americans in a town in northern Syria.
NZ leader vows to deny accused mosque gunman notoriety
NZ leader vows to deny accused mosque gunman notoriety
Dutch prosecutors consider terror motive in tram shooting
Dutch prosecutors consider terror motive in tram shooting
Cyclone’s death toll into the hundreds in southern Africa
Cyclone’s death toll into the hundreds in southern Africa
Delaware mayor says Irish slavery retweet was mistake
Delaware mayor says Irish slavery retweet was mistake
Officials OK fish consumption from Cuyahoga River
Officials OK fish consumption from river remembered for fire
Mathews graduate Cerbus takes fitness on the road
Former Mathews Mustangs all-state football player Mike Cerbus is well-traveled.
Ohio secretary of state ‘open’ to expanding weekend early-voting days, but happy with current structure
His office mailed about 270,000 registration forms to those removed from voter rolls for infrequent voting
Man pleads guilty to robbing Huntington Bank
Jonathan Spikes, 40, of Youngstown, told investigators he ‘owed a lot of people money.’
Liberty trustees approve $25,000 settlement
Ray Buhala was promoted to captain in the police department.
Sexton leads Cavs over Pistons
Collin Sexton scored 27 points, including the go-ahead 3-pointer with just under two minutes to play.
worth a look
AUCTIONS Angels for Animals Andrews Hall, 4750 W. South Range Road, Canfield, will sponsor its
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday ABC Water and Storm Water District, regular board meeting at 2 p.m. at the
Ohio doctors raise concerns about addiction-treatment rules
Some doctors in Ohio are raising concerns about proposed changes in rules requiring counseling for people who receive drug addiction treatment
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 19
Today is Tuesday, March 19, the 78th day of 2019. There are 287 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today is the last day of winter, which means Wednesday is the first day of spring. Here are a few
Today is the last day of winter, which means Wednesday is the first day of spring. Here are a few
Prairie View A&M meets FDU in Dayton
The First Four has become one of the few national showcases for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
MetroParks board enters pact with gas-transmission company
EnerVest owns pipelines under several park parcels for the third phase of the bike-extension project.
Exhibit of Neil Armstrong’s personal papers opens at Purdue
An exhibit of astronaut Neil Armstrong’s personal papers is opening at Purdue University ahead of the 50th anniversary of his famed walk on the moon
YSU to face Cincinnati in WNIT
For the third time in program history, Youngstown State’s women’s basketball team is playing in the WNIT.
ESPN gaffe spoils NCAA women’s tournament surprises
The bracket was mistakenly broadcast by ESPN hours before the network had its selection show.
From dollars to bytes: Digital payment tech companies merge
Payment processing company Fidelity National Information Services snaps up Worldpay for about $35B
Endocrine therapeutics
Endocrine therapeutics WALTHAM, Mass. Radius Health Inc., developing and commercializing
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,28.640.80 Aqua America, .20
Crews work to control fire at Texas petrochemicals plant
Officials expect blaze to burn for another 2 days Associated Press HOUSTON A large fire at a
Deal is done: Pelini signs 3-year contract
The contract is pending final approval from YSU president Jim Tressel.
‘today in’ Lack of local news hinders Facebook’s effort for service
Company plans to award grants to aid in gathering content Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook’s
GEORGE F. WILL | America’s war on drugs futile
Opinion: WASHINGTON On Feb. 12, Joaquin Guzman Loera, aka “El Chapo,” was convicted of multiple crimes
Monday, March 18 (72 stories)
$500K bond for man charged in son's death
The young father accused of killing his infant son appeared dazed Monday during his arraignment in municipal court.
UAW president | 'I'm not mad at Trump'
Only one of the 21 voicemails left for Dave Green, president of United Auto Workers Local 1112, was negative.
Grant helps St. E's hospital in drug-dispensing program
Thanks to new state funding, opioid addiction medication will be available in St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital emergency rooms.
YSU quarterbacks get a closer look
While Youngstown State is taking things slow with quarterback Nathan Mays, the Penguins are getting some extra looks at their other QBs.
YSU women's basketball to play Cincinnati in the WNIT
Youngstown State will play Cincinnati in the WNIT
Ohio Secretary of State: 'Open' to expanding early-voting days
Ohio Secretary of State: 'Open' to expanding early-voting days
Youngstown man pleads guilty to robbing Huntington Bank
Youngstown man pleads guilty to robbing Huntington Bank
Mercy Health ER to receive grant for opioid treatment
Mercy Health ER to receive grant for opioid treatment
Putin visits Crimea to mark 5th anniversary of annexation
Putin visits Crimea to mark 5th anniversary of annexation
Pediatrician gets at least 79 years for assaulting patients
Pediatrician gets at least 79 years for assaulting patients
Ryan: Trump's 'fake national emergency' will hurt Valley projects
Ryan: Trump's' fake national emergency' will hurt Valley projects
Ohio doctors raise concerns about addiction-treatment rules
Ohio doctors raise concerns about addiction-treatment rules
Fox News hires Donna Brazile as political contributor
Fox News hires Donna Brazile as political contributor
3 men arraigned on gun charges after weekend arrest
3 men arraigned on gun charges after weekend arrest
Homes flood as Missouri River tops, breaches levees
Homes flood as Missouri River overtops, breaches levees
Secretary of State: 270,000 ex-voters sought via mail
Secretary of State: 270,000 ex-voters sought via mail
Youngstown man faces drug charges after traffic stop
Youngstown man faces drug charges after traffic stop
POLL | Do you believe President Trump’s tweets on GM Lordstown and UAW Leader Dave Green help?
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UPDATE | Bond is $500,000 for Y'town father charged with infant's murder
Bond is $500,000 for Y'town father charged with infant son's murder
TRUMP TWEETS | Sherrod Brown blasts president, defends UAW
There he goes again: More Trump tweets on GM
Mohip applies for state superintendent job in Nevada
Mohip applies for state superintendent job in Nevada
Struthers condemns building at center of downtown code enforcement fight
The city says the building is unsafe, though the former occupant argues otherwise
St. Patrick’s Day festivities showcase Youngstown Downtown rocks
Festival, Fun Run & Walk draw holiday revelers By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Trump takes aim at Green, GM
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com LORDSTOWN President Donald Trump’s latest Twitter-fueled
BOYS BASKETBALL | State finals
Here are this week’s pairings for the state tournament at Ohio State University’s Schottenstein
More evacuations in Midwest as floodwaters head downstream
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Residents in parts of southwestern Iowa were forced out of their
Mourners pay tribute to victims in New Zealand
Associated Press CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand Thousands of people paid tribute Sunday at
Agenda Tuesday
Austintown-Boardman-Mahoning County Joint Communications District, fire advisory committee meeting,
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 18
Today is Monday, March 18, the 77th day of 2019. There are 288 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ethiopia minister: ‘Clear similarities’ in crashes
Associated Press ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia Preliminary information from the flight data
Newer heart valves may let more people avoid surgery
Associated Press Surgery for certain bad heart valves may soon become a thing of the past. New
Special to The Vindicator | Sloan Ferguson
Special to The Vindicator | Sloan Ferguson Senior Emily Bevan of the Youngstown State University
Flyers stun Pens with gritty late goals
Couturier’s OT tally keeps Philly’s faint playoff hopes alive
Woman charged in massacre probe wants charges dismissed
Associated Press PIKETON, ohio Attorneys for a woman facing charges in connection with an Ohio
birthdays
birthdays Composer John Kander (“Chicago”) is 92. Country singer Charley Pride is 85. Country
SUNDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 6 Michigan State 65, No. 10 Michigan 60 CHICAGO Matt McQuaid scored a career-high 27
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 70 in the
Ichiro’s struggles at plate follow him to Japan
Mariners and Athletics open the MLB season on Wednesday
Embrace Tobacco 21 as a tool to cut smoking rates
Editorial: Let’s be blunt: Smoking kills. In fact, smoking and other forms of tobacco use snuff out more lives
Trump has no intention of doing anything major on immigration
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication It is now clear that President Donald Trump isn’t
Banning pot is harmful
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords Usually I don’t look to sitcoms for wisdom, but the new season of
Sunday, March 17 (105 stories)
Annual event showcases Youngstown’s growth, successes
Annual event showcases Youngstown’s growth, successes
Zion sets doubts aside, gets ready for NCAA's biggest party
Zion sets doubts aside, gets ready for NCAA's biggest party
Struthers condemns building at center of code-enforcement fight
Struthers condemns building at center of code-enforcement fight
Dick Dale, King of Surf Guitar, 'Miserlou' composer, is dead
Dick Dale, King of Surf Guitar, 'Miserlou' composer, is dead
Thousands turn out for St. Patrick's Day parade in Boston
Thousands turn out for St. Patrick's Day parade in Boston
Police temporarily suspend search for 4-year-old Utah girl
Police temporarily suspend search for 4-year-old Utah girl
Duke gets top billing; Carolina, Virginia, Gonzaga also No. 1s
Duke gets top billing; Carolina, Virginia, Gonzaga also No. 1s
Germany: Drunk passenger demands high-speed train slow down
Germany: Drunk passenger demands high-speed train slow down
White House aide says 'absurd' to link mosque shooter, Trump
White House aide says 'absurd' to link mosque shooter, Trump
Kentucky school bus driver charged with DUI after wreck
Kentucky school bus driver charged with DUI after wreck
Trump attends church in between negative tweeting about Lordstown
Trump lashes out at David Green on Twitter
Ethiopia minister: 'Clear similarities' in Boeing crashes
Ethiopia minister: 'Clear similarities' in Boeing crashes
Knicks block LeBron at the finish, rally to beat Lakers
Knicks block LeBron at the finish, rally to beat Lakers
Mother charged in massacre probe wants charges dismissed
Mother charged in massacre probe wants charges dismissed
'Captain Marvel' soars even higher with stellar 2nd weekend
'Captain Marvel' soars even higher with stellar 2nd weekend
More evacuations in Midwest as floodwaters head downstream
More evacuations in Midwest as floodwaters head downstream
Calhoun’s Penguins made progress
A young YSU men’s basketball program needs to take more steps forward in 2019-20.
Trump to GM: Reopen Lordstown car plant
The President said the economy is strong, and urged GM to bring a new product to Lordstown.
Poland Historical Society unearths letters from local Civil War soldiers
Letters were sent during the war to and from brothers-in-law and Poland residents James Nesbitt and Isaac P.C. Raub.
Founder’s Day Celebration at YSU for 106-year-old sorority
The organization’s first public event was taking part in the March 3, 1913, Women’s Suffrage Parade in Washington, D.C., in which an estimated 5,000 women marched on Pennsylvania Avenue demanding the right to vote, the speaker noted.
Slice of Valley Pizza and Beer Challenge big success
The Warren Rotary Club event attracted thousands.
HIGH SCHOOLS
high schools BOYS BASKETBALL Kennedy Catholic 68, Mount Lebanon 51 ALIQUIPPA, PA. Oscar
Penn Power equipment installation helps protect ospreys
The ospreys have caused electrical disruptions by nesting on utility poles.
Did GM nix huge deal for Cruzes?
Opinion: A highly respected businessman from Cleveland who owns a string of dealerships that sells vehicles
Benise’s ‘Fuego!’ show will fire up Packard hall
If You Go What: Benise When: 7 p.m. Tuesday Where: Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave.,
Valley Mafia expert to give presentation
Staff report LIBERTY Allan R. May, author of several books about the Mafia in the Mahoning
Mahoning Democrats back Limbian over Hume in Youngstown judicial race
The party made endorsements in Youngstown council races as well as the Struthers primary.
Boardman 6th-grader headed to national spelling bee
Yep – it’s over! Boardman Center Middle School sixth-grader Santino Slipkovich reacts after spelling valedictorian to win The Vindicator 86th Annual Regional Spelling Bee Saturday at Youngstown State University.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Jennifer Jewell, physical therapist and associate teacher professor at Penn
‘Ugly American’ alive, well
Opinion: ‘Ugly American’ alive, well During a network national news segment which usually airs at 6:30 pm,
The NCAA basketball tournament teams will be announced today, ushering in March Madness. The
The NCAA basketball tournament teams will be announced today, ushering in March Madness. The
nhl roundup | Saturday’s games
Blues 5, Penguins 1 PITTSBURGH Vince Dunn scored twice and Pat Maroon had a goal and an assist
Chasing the green ghost
Opinion: Happy St. Patrick’s Day 2019. A year ago on this great day, I was able to write about perhaps
Butterflies abound in mountainous Mexican winter habitat
Butterflies abound in mountainous winter habitat BY KIM CURTIS Associated Press CERRO PELoN
For the Week of Sunday, March 17, 2019
Thomas F. Casey et al to Tyler M. Adams et al, Huntmere Ave., Youngstown, $70,000. Kimberly
How women, men find jobs on LinkedIn
By ADAM EARNHEARDT acearnheardt@ysu.edu A new report from LinkedIn suggests that women and
SOFTBALL
SOFTBALL Jarvis throws shutout as YSU tops Canisius Wilmington, N.C. Addy Jarvis struck out
area bowling scores
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MASONIC groups
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will hosts its March luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Johnny’s
PROMOTION
PROMOTION Katie (Gilmore) DeGennaro was recently promoted to a senior banking adviser at PNC Bank
Igor Levit not content to be heard only through the piano
By RONALD BLUM Associated Press NEW YORK Igor Levit arrived at John F. Kennedy International
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Brookfield Fire Department, 774 state Route 7, 1 to 6 p.m. MONDAY Kinsman
Cleveland Indians
Cleveland Indians Clevinger allows two runs in second start Tempe, Ariz. Mike Clevinger made
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
college basketball roundup Saturday’s games
MEN No. 8 Tennessee 82, No. 4 Kentucky 78 NASHVILLE, TENN. Lamonte’ Turner ended a shooting
nba roundup | Saturday’s games
Mavericks 121, Cavaliers 116 DALLAS Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 22 points, Dirk Nowitzki closed
FORMULA ONE
FORMULA ONE Sebastian Vettel chases third straight Aussie Grand Prix MELBOURNE, Australia It
Ohio teacher resigns over taping students’ mouths shut
Associated Press CINCINNATI A Cincinnati Public Schools teacher who acknowledged putting duct
Custer holds off Kyle Busch
Cole Custer postponed Kyle Busch’s historic 200th victory for at least one more day.
Agenda Monday
Austintown school board, executive session to discuss employment of personnel, 5:30 p.m., Dr. David
Once sanctuaries, houses of worship struggle with security
Associated Press DETROIT A rabbi who packs a gun. A church installing security cameras. A
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 17
Today is Sunday, March 17, the 76th day of 2019. There are 289 days left in the year. This is St.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Children’s museum removes Michael Jackson items INDIANAPOLIS The Children’s Museum
Haven’t got your tax documents yet? Here’s what to do
Haven’t got your tax documents yet? Here’s what to do By TINA OREM NerdWallet Lost or missing
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. Joann Vlacancich will be the hostess and will
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. –
Cutbacks in local news leave some communities in the dark
Cutbacks in local news leave some communities in the dark By DAVID BAUDER and DAVID A. LIEB
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 4611 East Youngstown will meet for its executive board meeting at 11 a.m. Wednesday at
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Della Owens (G.P. Putnam’s Sons) 2. “Silent
Don’t let others pick your financial adviser
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet Gaylen Rust must have seemed trustworthy to the people who gave him
pittsburgh pirates | 2019 schedule
MARCH 28 — at Cincinnati, 4:10 p.m. 30 — at Cincinnati, 2:10 p.m. 31 — at Cincinnati, 1:10
Irish stereotypes are not a joke
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Ah, St. Patrick’s Day is upon us – which means it’s time for
Trump willing to avoid Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s first veto was more than a milestone. It
KRISH MOHIP | Youngstown Plan is meeting students’ needs
Opinion: By partnering with several agencies and organizations, we at the Youngstown City School District
General Assembly must be realistic about gas tax
Editorial: Gov. Mike DeWine is facing a revolt from members of his Republican Party in the Ohio General
Saturday, March 16 (115 stories)
Mahoning Dems ensorse Limbian, others in Y'town, Struthers primaries
The Mahoning County Democratic Party endorsed city Law Director Jeff Limbian for Youngstown Municipal Court judge over Martin Hume.
Trump tweets to GM: "Open Lordstown"
President Donald Trump called on General Motors to reopen the Lordstown plant soon.
SPELLING BEE | Santino Slipkovich wins regional title
SPELLING BEE | Regional Spelling Bee has first place winner
SPELLING BEE | Only one word missed in the fourth round
SPELLING BEE | Only one word missed in the fourth round
SPELLING BEE | Seventeen spellers remain after the third round
SPELLING BEE | Seventeen spellers remain after the third round
SPELLING BEE | Nine more spellers go down in second round
SPELLING BEE | Nine more spellers go down in second round
SPELLING BEE | The Vindicator's 86th Regional Spelling Bee kicks off
SPELLING BEE | The Vindicator's 86th Regional Spelling Bee kicks off
8 arrested in human trafficking sting
The eight men were lured there by officers who entered internet chat rooms posing as underage girls and setting up meetings with the men. When they showed up, they were arrested.
Springfield falls just short in regional final
Springfield's Drew Clark (2) gets tightly defended by Richmond's Jamarr Talbert Jr. (10) during Friday night's Regional Championship matchup at the Canton Fieldhouse. The Tigers forced the Spartans into a half-court game and nearly pulled off the upset.
Business and office cat bounce back from Donnell Ford blaze
“Sales will be open regular hours [today]. ... We’re shooting to get the service department open for Monday,” said Donnell Ford general manager Todd Dauterman.
Ohio powerlifting champion meet in Salem today
The World Natural Powerlifting Federation’s Ohio Championship will take place today at Salem’s Unbreakable Sports Performance Academy, 30235 Salem-Alliance Rd.
Crisis intervention training spans Mahoning County
Every police department in Mahoning County has at least one officer trained to intervene in mental health crises.
YSU baseball team drops Horizon League opener
A sixth-run eighth inning helped lead Northern Kentucky to a 13-5 win.
Siblings say murder victim was 'amazing man,' 'excellent father'
Police are still looking for leads in the city's fourth homicide.
Campbell officer put on disciplinary leave
Officer Melissa Williams alleged negligence by former police Chief Dennis Puskarcik.
Blaney has grudging admiration for Kyle Busch
Ryan Blaney has finished second to the Green Monster five times.
Colton Underwood flipped the script in season finale Romantic ending for ‘Bachelor’
By GARY GERARD HAMILTON Associated Press NEW YORK This season of “The Bachelor” may have begun
Wilson Elementary’s Special Persons’ Lunch
Austintown schools student Reagan Nevels, 13, signed copies of her self-motivational book “Vision Collision” during the Special Persons’ Lunch on Friday at Wilson Elementary in Youngstown.
Warren, Trumbull County resolve sewer-rate dispute
The dispute revolved around the amount the county pays for city treatment of wastewater from Lordstown and Champion.
Last year’s spelling champ returns to compete today
Mackenzie Sambroak, 12, last year’s winner of The Vindicator’s 85th annual Spelling Bee, is returning to compete in this year’s bee today.
Browns RB Hunt banned for eight games
Kareem Hunt promises to change. The NFL will hold him to his word.
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS Cardinal Mooney’s John Simon re-signs FOXBOROUGH, MASS. Former Cardinal
nba roundup Friday’s games
Hornets 116 Wizards 110 WASHINGTON Kemba Walker scored 28 points and the Charlotte Hornets beat
How soon can I plant potatoes?
How soon can I plant potatoes? Don’t get too excited about planting, but you can plant in late
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be announced.
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 16
Today is Saturday, March 16, the 75th day of 2019. There are 290 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
President issues veto after rebuke on border
Associated Press WASHINGTON Unbowed by a congressional rebuke, President Donald Trump issued the
Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned Tuesday at WRS
Staff report BOARDMAN WRS Wealth and Retirement Specialists will cut the ribbon on its new
Know your plant parts
Know your plant parts To identify trees and shrubs that are dormant, understanding buds, bark,
RECORD REVIEWS
RECORD REVIEWS Over the Rhine Album: “Love & Revelation” Grade: B Karin Bergquist and
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Shamrock the Block, 2 p.m. until closing: Get your St. Patrick’s
YSU anglers hook berth in FLW Open
Student anglers Jonathan Creed of Niles and Jared Latone of Austintown teamed up to weigh in a two-day total of 39 pounds, 1 ounce. The Penguins topped 191 other college teams from across the United States.
It’s time campaign finance reports were posted online for easy access
Opinion: By Frank LaRose The Vindicator COLUMBUS You deserve to know who is funding campaigns aimed to
Horror replaces hope in Christchurch shootings
Editorial: The Press, Christchurch, N.Z.: It was a day of unimaginably dramatic contrasts in central
These showstoppers come in variety of colors, shapes, sizes SUNFLOWERS
By Marilyn McKinley OSU master gardener volunteer Who doesn’t love sunflowers? Big, bright,
Kristine Shaffer, Michael Hunchuck plan April wedding
GIRARD Christy and Debra Shaffer of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Trump dismisses threat of extremists
Democrat senator ties president’s words to violence Staff/wire report NEW YORK President
SEC charges Volkswagen, former CEO with defrauding investors
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. regulators charged Volkswagen and former CEO Martin Winterkorn
Revisit Ike’s socialist ideas
Opinion: By Chuck Collins OtherWords Anytime a politician proposes a wildly popular idea that helps
New corn mutants offer sweeter taste for extended time
By Hugh G. EARNHART OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer It has been a long time since our taste
Tesla unveils new all-electric SUV
Associated Press HAWTHORNE, Calif. Tesla unveiled a new all-electric SUV on Thursday night that
Renovating Old Flower Beds
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Selected local stocks
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Struthers honors two for Hall of Fame
Staff report STRUTHERS The Struthers School Foundation for Educational Excellence will honor two
Ohio’s work requirement for Medicaid gets federal approval
A federal agency has approved work rules for Ohioans who receive health care benefits through the state’s Medicaid expansion program
Dillon wins pole at Fontana
Austin Dillon won the fourth Busch Pole Award of his career, his first since 2016 and his second at Auto Club.
GEORGIA TECH
GEORGIA TECH NCAA informs school of ‘major violations’ ATLANTA The NCAA has informed Georgia
WOMEN’S BOWLING
WOMEN’S BOWLING Penguins knock off No. 1 McKendree Smyrna, Tenn. The Youngstown State bowling
Federal judge to mediate lawsuits about Ohio State doctor
A senior federal judge from Cincinnati will handle the mediation of two lawsuits filed against Ohio State by scores of men who say the university ignored or failed to stop sexual misconduct by a team doctor
nhl roundup | Friday’s games
Blue Jackets 3, Hurricanes 0 COLUMBUS Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 46 shots — including 22 in the
Court filing: Ex-Trump aide Gates continues to cooperate
Former Trump campaign adviser Rick Gates is not ready to be sentenced because he’s continuing to cooperate with “several ongoing investigations”
Ohio budget plan targets funding for kids, workforce, water
Efforts to support Ohio’s vulnerable children and adults, prepare more skilled workers, and address water-quality concerns would get targeted funding increases under Republican Gov. Mike DeWine’s first state operating budget proposal
Love ‘em or hate ‘em – wild violets
Q. Those purple violets will be coming up soon. What can I do to control them? Sharon from
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the two-year state operating budget proposed by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine:
THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP Friday’s notebook
McIlroy: PGA Tour to blame for slow play Rory McIlroy says slow play on the PGA Tour has become
college basketball roundup | Friday’s other games
No. 12 Florida State 69, No. 2 Virginia 59 CHARLOTTE, N.C. David Nichols scored 14 points and
Friday, March 15 (119 stories)
Donnell Ford to be open Saturday, aiming for Monday for service
The team at Donnell Ford on Market Street has already bounced back from the blaze that destroyed the dealership’s showroom Friday morning.
8 men from across Valley arrested in human-trafficking sting
Township police Chief Toby Meloro said a human-trafficking sting is one of several proactive measures he wants to take at hotels in the township.
Mahoning County reaches goal of mental health training for cops
Mahoning County started Crisis Intervention Team training classes in 2006 with the goal to have at least one officer from every law-enforcement outfit in the county trained to interact with those having a mental health crisis.
Settlement to raise rates for Trumbull waste treatment
A settlement reached Wednesday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court will result in a sizable increase in the amount the county will pay for treatment of wastewater from Champion and the western part of Lordstown.
Trump denounces NZ mosque massacres, but rejects link to himself
President Donald Trump played down any threat posed by racist white nationalism on Friday after the gunman accused of the New Zealand mosque massacre called the president “a symbol of renewed white identity.”
Trump issues first veto after rebuke of border order
Trump issues first veto after rebuke of border order
Michigan State bounces OSU from Big Ten Tourney, 77-70
Michigan State bounces OSU from Big Ten Tourney, 77-70
Ohio board: Give teens more ways to prove skills for diploma
Ohio board: Give teens more ways to prove skills for diploma
DONNELL FORD FIRE | Shelby has many lives left: Vet
DONNELL FORD FIRE | Shelby has many lives left: Vet
UPDATE | Jason Kokrak tied for 31st at The Players Championship
Jason Kokrak tied for 31st at The Players Championship
DeWine budget plan targets funding for kids, workforce, water
DeWine budget plan targets funding for kids, workforce, water
US stocks broadly higher, on pace for solid weekly gains
US stocks broadly higher, on pace for solid weekly gains
LL Bean pleased with 2018 performance, awards bonuses
LL Bean pleased with 2018 performance, awards bonuses
Ohio teens charged in shooting that killed 16-year-old girl
Ohio teens charged in shooting that killed 16-year-old girl
Judge orders Cleveland police department to promote 2 officers
Judge orders Cleveland police department to promote 2 officers
Court filing: Ex-Trump aide Gates continues to cooperate
Court filing: Ex-Trump aide Gates continues to cooperate
Judge tosses Ohio’s lawsuit against gas pipeline developer
Judge tosses Ohio’s lawsuit against gas pipeline developer
Dads and daughters attend dance
Dads and daughters from all over Ohio travelled to Boardman Park to celebrate the parks 16th annual Father Daughter Dance.
Hilltoppers jump to raise money
Hilltop Elementary School students participated in the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge, formerly Jump Rope for Heart, by jumping rope and participating in other physical activities during their scheduled gym classes the week of Feb. 4-8.
CHC students jump for a cause
Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School participated in the annual American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge Feb. 4-6.
Eighth-grade basketball champs cut down the net
The Canfield Village Middle School eighth-grade girls basketball team celebrated their 2019 AAC championship by cutting down the net in the gym where they cemented their place in school history on Feb. 18.
Ethiopian Airlines says analysis of flight recorders begins
Ethiopian Airlines says analysis of flight recorders begins
Ellen Monroe wins Canfield PTA's Crazy Cash Giveaway
Canfield PTA has a Crazy Cash Giveaway 2019 winner and her name is Ellen Monroe. She won $10,000.
UPDATE | Mosque shooter a white nationalist seeking revenge
Mosque shooter a white nationalist seeking revenge
Library hosts Valentine's Day event
The Boardman library hosted its regular Night Owl event to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14.
Americorps tutors volunteer at libraries
The Ohio Reading Corps is offering free reading tutors for children kindergarten through third grade at the Boardman and Michael Kusalaba libraries.
Boardman Schools celebrate Valentine' Day
Boardman elementary schools Parent Teacher Organization hosted the schools annual Valentine’s Day parties on Feb. 14.
Boardman School Fund for Educational Excellence hosts raffle
The Boardman School Fund for Educational Excellence hosted the fourth annual Reverse Raffle fundraiser on March 8 at Avion Banquet Center.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
UPDATE | State fire marshal at Donnell Ford
A state fire marshal is at Donnell Ford looking for clues as to what caused a fire that destroyed the showroom this morning.
Cricket team narrowly escapes New Zealand mosque shooting
Members of the Bangladesh cricket team have described on social media their narrow escape from a mass shooting at a Christchurch mosque on New Zealand’s South Island on Friday.
Hundreds sign up to fund transplants
About 270 people pre-registered for an inaugural fundraising gala for bone marrow donor registry Be The Match on Thursday evening at The Lake Club, coordinated by Mahoning County Engineer Pat Ginnetti.
East rugby team opens second season Sunday
The Golden Bears finished 7-1-1 and won the Division III state title in their inaugural season in 2018.
YSU equestrian team to compete in national semifinals
Coach Amy Watkins and the YSU equestrian team will compete in Utah this weekend.
N.Y. man indicted in scam of $124,000 from area businessman
Haki Toplica, 24, and four other alleged conspirators face several federal charges in the months-long scam
Regional Chamber doles out awards at annual meeting
The keynote speaker was Alex Epstein, founder and president of the Center for Industrial Progress, a for-profit think tank.
Springfield plans slow, steady approach against Richmond Heights
Springfield liked running teams off the floor all season, but that mentality has to change tonight.
Austintown man, Liberty woman indicted on child-porn charges
The indictment states the victim was younger than 12. A federal complaint filed in February stated the child in the videos is a child who was depicted on Wynn’s Facebook account.
Animated ‘Wonder Park’ is a roller coaster of a film More downs than ups
‘Wonder Park’ Grade: 1 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: PG for some mild thematic elements
Ensemble to premiere 2 works at Westminster concert
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Captain Marvel possesses superhuman strength, cosmic
Liberty trustees will vote on lawsuit settlement
The resident alleges police used excessive force in his arrest.
Mahoning County to get $2.35 million for voting equipment
The equipment will be ready for the November election
Feds seek $75K forfeiture in drug case
Money was found when a search warrant served and in a bank account.
Champion of downtown Youngstown honored by CityScape
Richard Mills, owner of City Centre One, was presented CityScape’s Sweet Grass Roots Award at the 10th Grass Roots Gala Thursday night at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in downtown Youngstown. Mills also received a watercolor painting of the properties the Mills family owns downtown.
Austintown Community Briefs
Pasta dinner fundraiser to take place on March 24 The Knights of Columbus #3930 will be sponsoring
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 15
Today is Friday, March 15, the 74th day of 2019. There are 291 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Women, stop saying ‘sorry’
Opinion: By Tracey L. ROGERS OtherWords I was getting on a bus with grocery bags in hand, apologizing
Reunions & Class Notes
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for lunch at noon Thursday at Donavito’s
Governor taking a wait-and-see stance on the ‘Youngstown Plan’
Opinion: With several school districts facing a possible state takeover in the next two years, House Bill 70,
Senate rejects Trump’s plan for border
12 Republicans join Democrats in 59-41 vote Staff/wire report WASHINGTON The Republican-run
Sen. Birch Bayh, author of Title IX law, dies at 91
Family: Former US Sen. Birch Bayh of Indiana, author of the landmark federal Title IX sports law, has died at age 91
Selected local stocks
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CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association is celebrating 100 years of amateur radio
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Jussie Smollett pleads not guilty to lying about being attacked CHICAGO “Empire”
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play,” 8 p.m.: It’s opening night for
Punish harshly the thugs in college-admission scam
Editorial: Until this week, Yale Uni- versity shined most brightly as the alma mater of five presidents and 62
Democratic lawmakers grill Ross on citizenship question
Democratic lawmakers on a House oversight panel accused Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Thursday of orchestrating the efforts to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census
O’Rourke begins 2020 bid with big crowds, centrist message
Beto O’Rourke has jumped into the crowded 2020 Democratic presidential race and made his first visit to Iowa, which kicks off presidential nomination season
college basketball roundup Thursday’s other games
No. 2 Virginia 76, N.C. State 56 CHARLOTTE, N.C. Kyle Guy scored 29 points, including seven
nhl roundup | Thursday’s games
Penguins 5, Sabres 0 BUFFALO, N.Y. Phil Kessel had a goal and an assist, Sidney Crosby added
Victoria Farris, Daniel Antonucci to exchange vows
POLAND St. Maron Church in Austintown has been chosen as the setting for the June 1 wedding of
nba roundup | Thursday’s games
Magic 120, Cavaliers 91 ORLANDO, FLA. Aaron Gordon scored 21 points, D.J. Augustin added 20
Shepherd to host virtual dementia tour
Shepherd of the Valley Poland, located at located at 301 West Western Reserve Road, will host a free
Jessica Sopkovich, Andrew Decker to marry Aug. 17
CANFIELD Dennis and Paula Sopkovich of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Holy Family hosts science fair
Holy Family School hosted its annual science fair in the Parish Hall on March 26. All seventh- and
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys varsity basketball falls to Green High School The Boardman High School boys varsity
Poland Community Briefs
Evening with the Easter Bunny Boardman Park will present an evening with the Easter Bunny from
Junior Robotics League hosts third annual expo
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown FIRST LEGO junior robotics league hosted its
Canfield Community Briefs
Local church hosts dinner event Lord of Life Church, located at 550 N. Broad St. in Canfield, will
Shepherd of the Valley residents use story telling app
Shepherd of the Valley has partnered with OneDay, an instant video platform, to digitally preserve
Austintown celebrates National Breakfast Week
The Austintown School District celebrated National Breakfast week starting on March 4.
Americorps tutors volunteer at local libraries
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Ohio Reading Corps is offering free reading tutors for
Preschool students receive lesson on catching a leprechaun
Poland preschool students received a special lesson on how to catch a leprechaun on March 8.
Carla Lopez, Michael O’Keefe plan spring rite
Ray and Donna Lopez of Poland and Michael and Paula O’Keefe of Cincinnati are announcing the
Boardman Community Briefs
Pinwheels for Prevention community event set The 14th annual Pinwheels for Prevention community
WEB leaders help sixth-graders transition to middle school
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Poland Middle School eighth-graders are spending time
Thursday, March 14 (113 stories)
Downtown icon Richard Mills honored with CityScape award
Richard Mills, president of Ohio One Corp., was overwhelmed when he received the 2019 CityScape Sweet Grass Roots Award for his many contributions to the preservation and revitalization of downtown Youngstown.
YSU summer festival seeks submissions for art show
Submissions of artwork are being sought for the 21st annual Summer Festival of the Arts, which will take place at and around Youngstown State University on July 13 and 14.
Trump to tour tank plant, hold fundraiser in Ohio
President Donald Trump is set to travel to Ohio next week to highlight his investments in defense spending and to raise money for his re-election bid
Witness: Many dead in New Zealand mosque shooting
A witness says many people have been killed in a mass shooting at a mosque in the New Zealand city of Christchurch; police urge people to stay indoors
Hundreds learn about bone donor registry at tonight's fundraiser
Hundreds of community members signed up to fund life-saving transplants.
Chamber remains upbeat about Valley's future
Despite the likely effects the closing of the General Motors Assembly Complex in Lordstown will have on the Mahoning Valley’s industrial base, reasons remain to be optimistic about the region’s future, a local business leader contends.
5 N.Y. residents accused of bilking Mahoning Valley businessman of $124K-plus
A Staten Island, N.Y., man accused of scamming a 69-year-old Mahoning Valley business owner out of more than $124,000, and even driving away in the man’s Ford Mustang after persuading him to turn over the title, is now federally indicted along with other alleged conspirators.
Mahoning County tornado warning DOWNGRADED to severe storm
Mahoning County tornado warning DOWNGRADED to severe storm
Hallmark Channel cuts ties with favored star Lori Loughlin
Hallmark Channel cuts ties with favored star Lori Loughlin
Community members sign up to fund life-saving transplants
Community members sign up to fund life-saving transplants
Wet winter ends California drought after 376 straight weeks
Wet winter ends California drought after 376 straight weeks
Sen. Birch Bayh, champion of Title IX federal law, dies
Sen. Birch Bayh, champion of Title IX federal law, dies
Trump confidant Roger Stone's trial set for Nov. 5
Trump confidant Roger Stone's trial set for Nov. 5
Bar where woman was shot is closed for license problems
Bar where woman was shot is closed for license problems
'Apprentice' contestant's Trump defamation suit can proceed
'Apprentice' contestant's Trump defamation suit can proceed
Portman will vote against Trump emergency declaration
Portman will vote against Trump emergency declaration
Two misdemeanor charges of making false alarms dismissed
Two misdemeanor charges of making false alarms dismissed
Woman who stole money from school parent fund gets probation
Woman who stole money from school parent fund gets probation
Free DQ cones for spring
In 2018, local DQ locations raised more than $25,000 through their year-round fundraising for Akron Children’s Hospital.
Fed indictments handed up in scam of local businessman
Fed indictments handed up in scam of local businessman
Pa. day-care operator charged with child sexual assault
Pa. day-care operator charged with child sexual assault
DeWine asks for review of state’s jail inspections process
DeWine asks for review of state’s jail inspections process
Butterball recalls turkey products due to possible salmonella contamination
Butterball recalls turkey products due to possible salmonella contamination
Regional Chamber doles out awards at annual meeting
Regional Chamber doles out awards at annual meeting
Beto O'Rourke announces 2020 Democratic presidential bid
Beto O'Rourke announces 2020 Democratic presidential bid
Black workers at Ohio UPS hub say they were targets of racism
Black workers at Ohio UPS hub say they were targets of racism
Ethiopia crash black boxes arrive in France for analysis
Ethiopia crash black boxes arrive in France for analysis
Crisis team responds to Canfield gun-suicide
Mahoning County Technical and Career Center was locked down Wednesday after a gunshot was fired inside a North Palmyra Road home.
Buchtel ousts Poland in regional semifinal
The Bulldogs had their chances, but couldn’t capitalize on Griffins’ foul trouble.
Youngstown to consider raising age to buy tobacco to 21
But three council members said they’re undecided on approving such a law.
Ursuline’s Harris first-team All-Ohio
Dayshanette Harris averaged 28.3 points, 7 rebounds, 5.5 steals and 4 assists.
School leaders, NAACP discuss positive changes in city district
More than 40 faculty and parents were in attendance during the Wednesday night jointly hosted NAACP Youngstown City Schools Academic Achievement Conference.
YSU baseball earns first victory
Four different Penguins drove in a run and the Youngstown State baseball team got its first win
Pedestrian dies in hit and run
The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Canfield Post is investigating an accident in which a pedestrian died after being struck by a car on state Route 7 (Market Street) north of Western Reserve Road shortly after 12:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Campbell sweeps YSU softball in two games
he Youngstown State softball team was swept by Campbell in a doubleheader
Youngstown to consider charging $500 to pick up major clean outs
Council is expected to hear the proposal April 3.
‘Finding Steve McQueen’ film recounts Valley gang’s biggest heist
Youngstowners who have been around long enough might remember the safe-cracking Dinsio Gang.
Youngstown to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music, food
The city is also having a 5K fun run and walk Sunday.
VINDY EXCLUSIVE | Covelli Centre ends 2018 with $256K operating surplus
It’s a big improvement from 2017, but down from other years.
Trumbull commissioners agree change needed on cash-out policy
Trumbull County commissioners and Auditor Adrian Biviano apparently agree that a change needs to be made to a program that allows county employees to cash in unused sick and vacation time at the end of each year.
Car crashes through obby of St. Joseph Warren Hospital; no one hurt
Car crashes through front lobby of St. Joseph Warren Hospital; no one hurt
Expect Southern Park improvements before 2020 anniversary, CEO tells Vindy
Lou Conforti, CEO of Washington Prime, the company that owns Southern Park Mall, stands near Gloria Jean’s Coffees in the mall’s main common area as he tells The Vindicator about planned improvements at the facility that could include open-air spaces and involve Mahoning Valley students, artists, restaurateurs and entrepreneurs.
Senate GOP effort on Trump border wall seems to fall short
A late Republican effort to prevent President Donald Trump from an awkward Senate defeat over his declaration of a national emergency at the Mexican border seems to be collapsing
NIGHTLIFE
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana Fri: Wine & Spirit, 7 p.m. Cedars West End,
Red Wanting Blue coming to Kent Stage
Red Wanting Blue coming to Kent Stage KENT Red Wanting Blue will come to the Kent Stage, 175 E.
‘Mr. Burns’ at Kent-Trumbull
‘Mr. Burns’ at Kent-Trumbull Emmy Cohen in a scene from Kent State Trumbull Theater’s production
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard
Youngstown schools can’t return to the bad old days
Editorial: It’s ludicrous for anyone to expect the academically troubled Youngstown City School District to
GEORGE F. WILL | Catholic Church’s crimes unprecedented
Opinion: PHILADELPHIA “Horseplay,” a term used to denote child rape, is, says Pennsylvania Attorney General
Auditions
ACTORS “On Golden Pond.” Hopewell Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, will have auditions at 6
Vote for the best pizza at Slice of the Valley event
Staff report LIBERTY The annual Slice of the Valley pizza challenge will take place from 4 to 7
New This week
New This week Captive State (PG-13) Cinema South: Fri.-Thu. 1:35, 4:30, 7:20, 10:05 p.m.Regal
Boeing aircraft grounded in US, Canada
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Aviation Administration issued an emergency order
“iHeartRadio Music Awards” (8 p.m., Fox): This star-studded event celebrates the most-
“iHeartRadio Music Awards” (8 p.m., Fox): This star-studded event celebrates the most-played artists
US health officials move to tighten sales of e-cigarettes
U.S. health regulators are moving ahead with a plan to keep e-cigarettes out of the hands of teenagers by restricting sales of most flavored products in convenience stores and online
Bluegrass festival on tap
Staff report WEST MIDDLESEX, PA. A bluegrass music festival will take place March 29-30 in the
April the Giraffe about to give birth again
By MARY ESCH Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. Tail held aside? Check. Udders filled? Check.
Two musicians from the Valley in the spotlight
Two Mahoning Valley natives will be in the spotlight this weekend. Dena Massaro Williams, a
UK lawmakers vote against no-deal Brexit, now aim for delay
In a tentative first step toward ending months of political deadlock, British lawmakers voted Wednesday to block the country from leaving the European Union without a divorce agreement, triggering an attempt to delay that departure, currently due to take place on March 29.
Senate passes heartbeat bill
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Republican-led Ohio Senate has again passed a measure to ban
NFL roundup
SAN FRANCISCO 49ers Edge rusher Dee Ford agrees to $87.5M deal SANTA CLARA, CALIF. The San
WEDNESDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
West Virginia 72, Oklahoma 71 KANSAS CITY, MO. West Virginia held on to beat Oklahoma in the Big
A way to clean up the planet
Opinion: By Rep. JOHN SARBANES and MICHAEL BRUNE OtherWords For decades, majorities of Americans have
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,28.980.55 Aqua America, .20
WEDNESDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Kennedy Catholic 82, Pine Richland 63 SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. The Golden Eagles’
Struthers athletes honored at council meeting
Student athletes from the high school bowling team and eighth-grade girls basketball team were recognized.
Canfield Township budgets $2.5 million in 2019
The township budgeted with a total of about $6.6 million in anticipated revenues, which includes an about $4.5 million carryover
Boardman breaks ground on safety services memorial
Raised nearly $60,000 for the project in the last year
Lindor making his way back from calf strain
Slowly and sensibly, Francisco Lindor is working his way back onto the field.
With OBJ, Browns no longer clowns
The Cleveland Browns returned as an expansion team in 1999. They became a real one Tuesday night.
AROUND THE NBA Wednesday’s games
Thunder 108, Nets 96 OKLAHOMA CITY Russell Westbrook scored 31 points in his 26th triple-double
Manafort gets 7 years, faces more charges
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort was sentenced to a
Wednesday, March 13 (101 stories)
Youngstown council to weigh raising age to buy tobacco, e-cigs
City Health Commissioner Erin Bishop said she plans to ask the city council in September to pass legislation raising the legal age to purchase tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21.
Canfield man who killed himself was being evicted from home
General Motors spokeswoman Cheryl McCarron confirmed O’Hara worked in environmental engineering at the Lordstown automotive plant but hadn’t worked for the company since 2015.
Fiat Chrysler recalling nearly 900,000 vehicles on emissions
Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 900,000 vehicles because they don’t meet US emission standards
St. Patrick's Day live all weekend downtown
The city will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an outdoor “Shamrock the Block” festival Saturday and Sunday on West Federal Street.
Trumbull commissioners split on allowing workers to cash in unused time
All three Trumbull County commissioners and Auditor Adrian Biviano apparently agree that a change needs to be made to a program that allows county employees to cash in unused sick and vacation time at the end of each year.
Proposal may raise legal age to purchase tobacco and vapes from 18 to 21
Proposal may raise legal age to purchase tobacco and vapes from 18 to 21
Judge orders accused Ohio vice officer held without bond
Judge orders accused Ohio vice officer held without bond
NAACP, Youngstown schools participate in academic conference
NAACP, Youngstown schools participate in academic conference
Ohio 'heartbeat' abortion ban moves closer to becoming law
Ohio 'heartbeat' abortion ban moves closer to becoming law
Senate GOP effort on border wall seems to fall short
Senate GOP effort on Trump border wall seems to fall short
Struthers man arrested in Elyria on child-rape charge
Struthers man arrested in Elyria on child-rape charge
Final 2018 figures show fewer Trumbull County overdose deaths
Final 2018 figures show fewer Trumbull County overdose deaths
President Trump issues order grounding Boeing jets
President Trump issues order grounding Boeing jets
Court reinstates late Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction
Court reinstates late Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction
Newton Falls library board has emergency meeting tonight
Newton Falls library board has emergency meeting tonight
UPDATE | Manafort given more than 3.5 years of extra prison time
Manafort gets 73-month sentence; will add 4+ years to prison stay
UPDATE | Authorities said man killed himself in Canfield standoff
SWAT team on scene at Canfield standoff
California's new governor putting moratorium on executions
California's new governor putting moratorium on executions
Oh, baby: April the Giraffe is about to give birth again
Oh, baby: April the Giraffe is about to give birth again
UPDATE | 4 children taken to hospital after Vienna accident
4 children taken to hospital after Vienna accident
Mahoning Co. Veterans Service Commission closed Friday
Mahoning Veterans Service Commission closed Friday
UPDATE | Groundbreaking for Boardman Safety Services Memorial
Groundbreaking for Boardman Safety Services Memorial is today
Cardinal Pell sent to prison for abusing 2 boys in Australia
Cardinal Pell sent to prison for abusing 2 boys in Australia
CEO steps down as dozens ensnared in college admissions scam
CEO steps down as dozens ensnared in college admissions scam
3-story building collapses in Nigeria with children inside
3-story building collapses in Nigeria with children inside
Decision on mediator in Ohio State lawsuits left to court
Decision on mediator in Ohio State lawsuits left to court
MANAFORT SENTENCING | Manafort returns to federal court for another sentencing
Manafort returns to federal court today for another sentencing
Guilty plea likely in sex slave case against self-help group
Guilty plea likely in sex slave case against self-help group
UPDATE | OSHP seeks help in solving hit-and-run fatal accident
33-year-old Joseph Brown of Beaver Township was killed after being struck by two cars on Market St. near Western Reserve Rd.
One of Youngstown’s last living Holocaust survivors dies
Jerry Kinast of Liberty and his sister Terri Anderson reflect on the life of their father, Henry Kinast, a Holocaust survivor who died over the weekend, as they hold a photo of him.
Eynon, Tigers rule the paint vs. Greenwich South Central
The Tigers hope they can learn a little about Richmond Heights, their regional final opponent, from fellow Mahoning Valley regional qualifier Bristol
TSA removing passenger screening equipment at Youngstown airport
The equipment is being relocated to New Orleans, which apparently “had a need for it,” said John Moliterno, executive director of the Western Reserve Port Authority, which runs the airport..
Brookfield’s Drapola earns first-team All-Ohio honors
Brookfield’s Bailey Drapola received the highest honors in the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association’s Division III and IV All-Ohio Girls Basketball Teams
Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate 7.2 percent in January
Trumbull County ranked 17th in the state of Ohio for highest unemployment rate.
Early struggles doom YSU baseball team against Kent State
Youngstown State's Cody Dennis, right, is congratulated by Phillip Glasser after throwing out Kent State's Kian O'Brien in the 5th inning of their game, Tuesday afternoon at Kent State. Kent State won 10-5. Youngstown State conceded eight runs in the first four innings
Trumbull officials release report on harassment allegations
A 64-page report from an investigation into harassment allegations by Trish Nuskievicz, Trumbull County Planning Commission director, goes into exhaustive detail regarding the many conflicts among Nuskievicz and various officials.
Campbell school district leases land for solar power savings
Solar power will play a major role in powering the schools.
TUESDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
BOYS BASKETBALL New Castle 74, Grove City 67 SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. Michael Wells scored 25 points
Former Vindicator Spelling Bee runner-up passes on legacy
Last year’s second-place winner is passing on her legacy to her sister who is participating in this year’s bee.
Browns acquire Beckjam in stunning trade
Odell Beckham Jr. is about to run a deep route out of New Jersey — straight to Cleveland.
Juvenile has murder case bound over to common pleas court
The 17-year-old is charged with murdering a 15-year-old who was trying to sell cell phones on Youngstown's South Side.
Girard officer will be honored at March 25 meeting
Girard officer will be honored for evacuating residents from Saturday fire
UAW bolsters strike fund, will increase until $850 million
The UAW will put $250 into the fund weekly until 2020, when the weekly contribution rises to $275.
DeWine lauds Mahoning drug court
Gov. Mike DeWine announced his upcoming budget will include an additional $7.5 million in funding for 30 additional specialty docket drug courts
No answer from GM on future of Lordstown plant, DeWine tells Vindy
Gov. Mike DeWine spoke with The Vindicator editorial board Tuesday about General Motors Lordstown, the Youngstown Plan for schools and his proposed gas-tax increase.
Fire officials say 13 dogs die in house fire
Fire officials say a house fire in Ohio has killed 13 dogs, including eight puppies
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Liberty Township trustees, regular meeting, 7:30 a.m., 1315 Church Hill-Hubbard
Embiid makes plays as 76ers down Cavs
Asked to assess his overall performance, Joel Embiid said he was “trash.”
Federal appeals court OKs Ohio law aimed at abortion funding
A divided federal appeals court has upheld an Ohio anti-abortion law that blocks public money for Planned Parenthood
Ohio opioid prescribing decreases, report says
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state’s prescription-reporting system shows the number of
Ohio Senate president happy to talk execution alternatives
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof says he’s happy to discuss
Food sales and dinners through March 20
TODAY Canfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., Canfield, will host Lenten breakfasts from 6:30
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 13
Today is Wednesday, March 13, the 72nd day of 2019. There are 293 days left in the year.
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Courtany Jornigan and Zachery Hood, Girard, boy, March
Torch Club will sponsor presentation
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Torch Club will sponsor a presentation about Youngstown’s
Hugh G. Earnhart’s “Eat like a Thresherman: Recipes of a Farming Generation”
Hugh G. Earnhart’s “Eat like a Thresherman: Recipes of a Farming Generation” BLACK BEAN SOUP by
Honda recalling more vehicles with dangerous Takata air bags
1.2M vehicles in North and Central America from the 2001 to 2016 model years Associated Press
Trump’s cuts to Medicare hospital payments trigger an outcry
Candidate Trump promised not to cut Medicare but his payment cuts to hospitals prompt an outcry
Fuel Your Morning with Protein-Packed Recipes
As you prepare to take on the day, one of the most beneficial ways to energize yourself each morning is by fueling your body with the proper nutrients, including protein.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Smollett team: Court cameras would show state’s flimsy case CHICAGO A lawyer for
CAL THOMAS: Democrats have a Jewish problem
Opinion: Rep. Ilhan Omar’s, D-Minn., comment that the influence of the Israeli lobby in Washington pushes
NFL NEWS & NOTES
PITTBURGH STEELERS Ryan Shazier will be on roster in 2019 PITTSBURGH Ryan Shazier will be a
School scandal
TV stars, coaches charged in college bribery scheme Associated Press BOSTON Fifty people,
Bashing Israel isSFlbnot racist
Opinion: By Sarah Gertler OtherWords Weeks ago, when the first accusations of anti-Semitism were being
Details in Trump’s $4.7T budget are meaningless, but priorities are disheartening
Editorial: Los Angeles Times: The endless press coverage notwithstanding, the details of President Donald
Malkin scores 1,000th point in win
Evgeni Malkin isn’t one for nerves. And yet they came anyway as the weeks crept by and the Pittsburgh Penguins star inched closer to 1,000 career points
Tuesday, March 12 (110 stories)
GM clearly talking to another company about Lordstown plant, governor tells Vindy
Gov. Mike DeWine said he’s been given no indication from General Motors that the automaker plans to use the idled Lordstown plant, but “it’s pretty clear they’re having discussions” with a company or companies about taking over the facility.
TSA equipment leaving Valley airport for New Orleans
One month after word leaked out that the U.S. Transportation Security Administration had talked openly with officials at the Youngstown Warren Regional Airport about removing its passenger-screening equipment, the move has begun.
UnitedHealthcare broadens direct drug rebate program
UnitedHealthcare is expanding a program that will pass drugmaker rebates along to some customers
Campbell schools going solar
Campbell School District is working to cut its facility costs and carbon footprint by partnering with a solar power company.
Attorney's report fails to affirm Nuskievicz harassment allegations
A 64-page report from an investigation into harassment allegations by Trish Nuskievicz, Trumbull County Planning Commission director, goes into exhaustive detail regarding the many conflicts among Nuskievicz and various officials.
Groups will attack vacant home problem in Youngstown
Groups will attack vacant home problem in Youngstown
Browns trade for WR Beckham
The NFL has announced that the Browns have acquired wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. in a trade with the New York Giants.
Fire chief: Plane crashes into Ohio home, killing pilot
Fire chief: Plane crashes into Ohio home, killing pilot
US Rep. Tim Ryan announces YNDC, AmeriCorps partnership
US Rep. Tim Ryan announces YNDC, AmeriCorps partnership
Trump laments complexity of modern airlines in wake of crash
Trump laments complexity of modern airlines in wake of crash
TSA equipment, workers removed from regional airport
TSA equipment, workers removed from regional airport
US expands program making asylum seekers wait in Mexico
US expands program making asylum seekers wait in Mexico
Doc, hospital face another lawsuit over drug doses, deaths
Doc, hospital face another lawsuit over drug doses, deaths
Ohio AG introduces new office of professional integrity
Ohio AG introduces new office of professional integrity
United Auto Workers announce increase to strike fund
United Auto Workers announce increase to strike fund
Drummer Hal Blaine, played on hits of Sinatra, Elvis, dies
Drummer Hal Blaine, played on hits of Sinatra, Elvis, dies
Valley’s unemployment rate was 7.2 percent in January
The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate was 7.2 percent in January
Federal appeals court OKs Ohio law aimed at abortion funding
Federal appeals court OKs Ohio law aimed at abortion funding
Ohio has public property auction Saturday in Columbus
Ohio has public property auction Saturday in Columbus
DeWine: Waiting on GM's next move; gives 4-6-week timeline
DeWine: Waiting on GM's next move; gives 4-6-week timeline
DeWine issues emergency status in flood-impacted counties
DeWine issues emergency status in flood-impacted counties
Pentagon seeks base site to house 5,000 migrant children
Pentagon seeks base site to house 5,000 migrant children
Honda recalls 1.2M more vehicles with dangerous air bags
Honda recalls 1.2M more vehicles with dangerous air bags
Ohio Senate president 'happy’ to talk execution alternatives
Ohio Senate president 'happy’ to talk execution alternatives
DeWine budget will include $7.5M for additional drug courts
DeWine budget will include $7.5M for additional drug courts
Report: Trumbull official accused of discrimination
Report: Trumbull official accused of gender, sex orientation discrimination
UPDATE | Actors Huffman, Loughlin charged in college admissions case
Actors Huffman, Loughlin charged in college admissions case
Philly cops arrest naked gunman suspected of firing shots in park
Philly cops arrest naked gunman suspected of firing shots in park
More Boeings grounded amid global probe into Ethiopia crash
More Boeings grounded amid global probe into Ethiopia crash
Westbrook confronts 2 fans at game, cites racial taunt
Westbrook confronts 2 fans at game, cites racial taunt
Confederate statue being removed in North Carolina city
Confederate statue being removed in North Carolina city
New Ohio business group focuses on education, school choice
New Ohio business group focuses on education, school choice
Fire officials say 13 dogs die in Toledo house fire
Fire officials say 13 dogs die in Toledo house fire
16-year-old Toledo girl fatally shot, 1 person injured
16-year-old Toledo girl fatally shot, 1 person injured
Youngstown council is expected to approve the budget March 20
A councilman expressed concern about the city’s long-term finances
Niles releases from fiscal emergency
Although the city has been released, the school district is now in fiscal emergency
Bone up on osteoporosis
The mission of Mercy Health has remained steadfast since the Sisters of the Humility of Mary began providing health care services more than 100 years ago.
Today is Tuesday, March 12, the 71st day of 2019. There are 294 days left in the year.
Today is Tuesday, March 12, the 71st day of 2019. There are 294 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
worth a look
AUCTIONS Heartland Christian School, 28 Pittsburgh St., Columbiana, will host its 22nd annual
Body of sailor killed at Pearl Harbor is identified
The body of an Ohio sailor killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in World War II has been identified
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v The Chainsmokers, 5 Seconds of
EUGENE ROBINSON | Trump has atrocious report card, but will he fail with his followers?
Opinion: WASHINGTON I’ve got the perfect slogan for President Donald Trump’s re-election campaign:
Pelosi says impeaching Trump ‘just not worth it’
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is setting a high bar for impeachment of
Prosecutors say Niles murder charge reduced because of victim’s gun and other issues
Prosecutors say Niles murder charge reduced because of victim’s gun and other issues
49ers, LB Kwon Alexander agree to 4-year, $54 million contract
San Francisco needs upgrade after Foster fiasco
UK, EU announce change to Brexit deal ahead of key vote
Britain, EU say they have removed the biggest roadblock to their Brexit divorce deal hours before Parliament is due to vote on the deal
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield Township trustees, special meeting to discuss personnel, 9 a.m., 6844
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield:
FREE AGENCY Browns, Steelers status
BROWNS CLEVELAND BROWNS (7-8-1) Unrestricted free agents: QB Tyrod Taylor, WR Breshad Perriman,
Honda to recall about 1M vehicles with dangerous air bags
Honda will be recalling about 1 million older vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because Takata driver’s air bag inflators installed during previous recalls could be dangerous
OSHP finds 33 pounds of cocaine in Struthers man’s truck
A Struthers man is in jail after state patrol troopers found cocaine was found in his pickup truck in Medina County.
Canfield proposes to get VA clinic
A survey of nearly 10,000 veterans who visited the existing VA clinic in Youngstown shows about a third of the patients live in Canfield or surrounding areas
Democrats: Milwaukee convention choice shows party values
The Democratic National Committee has selected Milwaukee to host the 2020 national convention
Former Ohio House leader defends congressional map in court
A former speaker of the Ohio House is insisting there was Democratic input during the redrawing of the state’s congressional map
aROUND THE NHL Monday’s games
Islanders 2, Blue Jackets 0 UNIONDALE, N.Y. Thomas Greiss made 31 saves in his fifth shutout of
Lordstown Planning Commission gives conditional approval to HomeGoods site plan
Lordstown Planning Commission gives conditional approval to HomeGoods site plan
Trump proposes record $4.7T budget
Valley lawmakers opposed to president’s plans Staff/wire report WASHINGTON President Donald
MONDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ROUNDUP
BASKETBALL EOAC All-star games set Monday in Lisbon LISBON The Eastern Ohio Athletic
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
MEN No. 1 Gonzaga 100, Pepperdine 74 LAS VEGAS Zach Norvell Jr. scored 18 points to lead five
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,27.520.70 Aqua America, .20
Y’town’s mayor rolls dice with sewer-rate hikes stay
Editorial: In 2014, after the U.S. Environ- mental Protection Agency ordered the city of Youngstown to upgrade
MONDAY AROUND THE NBA
Wizards 121, Kings 115 WASHINGTON Bradley Beal scored 21 of his 27 points after halftime,
Intuitive eating is a means of escape
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons I’m seldom late to supper, but I am sometimes late to a topic.
Monday, March 11 (78 stories)
Sheriff: Woman killed 11-year-old daughter to keep her from having sex
Sheriff’s investigators say a woman pulled up to a hospital in Orlando asking for help for her 11-year-old daughter, but she was already dead from multiple stab wounds
Penguins just miss shot for title tilt
Two missed shots in the final seconds cost the Penguins in a 55-53 defeat in the Horizon League Tournament semifinals
TJX/HomeGoods wins plan approval for distribution center
TJX/HomeGoods wins site plan approval for massive distribution center
Honda to recall around 1M vehicles with dangerous air bags
Honda will be recalling around 1 million older vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because Takata driver’s air bag inflators installed during previous recalls could be dangerous
MMA fighter Conor McGregor arrested in South Florida
MMA fighter Conor McGregor arrested in South Florida
Chaos spreads in Venezuela after days without power
Chaos spreads in Venezuela after days without power
Boeing's prized jet undergoes scrutiny after second crash
Boeing's prized jet undergoes scrutiny after second crash
Youngstown council expected to approve budget March 20
Youngstown council is expected to approve the budget March 20
DeWine signs bill fixing error that could ban some guns
DeWine signs bill fixing error that could ban some guns
Trump proposes record spending, trillion-dollar deficit
Trump proposes record spending, trillion-dollar deficit
Chaplains provide support for Liberty police
Chaplains provide support for Liberty police, community
Kyrsten’s Kloset fundraiser will be March 23-24
The fundraiser is in memory of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken driver in 2003
JP Morgan sworn in as newest county judge
Morgan replaces Judge David D’Apolito, who was elected to the 7th District Court of Appeals last year
Market Street is closed between Princeton Avenue and Indianola Avenue
Market Street is closed between Princeton Avenue and Indianola Avenue
YSU falls to Green Bay in Horizon League semis
Youngstown State missed two chances to take the lead late
State Rep. Manning proposes bill to post vaccine exemptions
State Rep. Manning proposes bill to post vaccine exemptions
Public meeting on tobacco-purchase age is Wednesday
Public meeting on tobacco-purchase age is Wednesday
Philly will pay $495,000 for death of woman hit by police car
Philly will pay $495,000 for death of woman hit by police car
Minnesota politician thanks Fox for condemning Jeanine Pirro
Minnesota politician thanks Fox for condemning Jeanine Pirro
Scheduled guests Tuesday on the Louie B. Free on Vindy Talk Radio
Scheduled guests Tuesday on the Louie B. Free on Vindy Talk Radio
Body of Ohio sailor killed at Pearl Harbor in WWII ID’d
Body of Ohio sailor killed at Pearl Harbor in WWII ID’d
George Foreman's 42-year-old daughter dies in Texas
George Foreman's 42-year-old daughter dies in Texas
Police: Car fleeing Ohio police hits bus, killing 2 in car
Police: Car fleeing Ohio police hits bus, killing 2 in car
Gov. DeWine in Youngstown on Tuesday to discuss drug courts
Gov. DeWine in Youngstown on Tuesday to discuss drug courts
Foursquare Neighborhood Block Watch meets Thursday
Foursquare Neighborhood Block Watch meets Thursday
Former Montana school trainer in sex-abuse case to plead guilty
Former Montana school trainer in sex-abuse case to plead guilty
FAA: Engine trouble prompts United plane to issue emergency
FAA: Engine trouble prompts United plane to issue emergency
Sheriff: Mom killed 11-year-old to keep her from having sex
Sheriff: Mom killed 11-year-old to keep her from having sex
Wonder Woman to the rescue: Gal Gadot takes on Netanyahu
Wonder Woman to the rescue: Gal Gadot takes on Netanyahu
Dems select Milwaukee for 2020 national convention
Dems select Milwaukee for 2020 national convention
Trump reviving border wall fight with new budget
Trump reviving his border wall fight with new budget request
Nick’s Kids Fund raises money to pay off school lunch debts
Nick’s Kids Fund raises money to pay off school lunch debts
Liberty School District experiences increase in student enrollment
Increase in open enrollment and students coming back to district leads to larger student population
Things Remembered keeps its brand name.
Staff/wire report ITASCA, Ill. Enesco, a global leader in the giftware, home decor and
41st annual Mahoning Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade Show of support
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Even though a longtime parade traveled in one
Canada’s no-sex, no-money scandal could topple Trudeau
Associated Press TORONTO There’s no money, no sex and nothing illegal happened. This is what
Average US price of gas jumps 6 cents per gallon, to $2.50
Average US price of gas jumps 6 cents per gallon, to $2.50 CAMARILLO, Calif. The average U.S.
Trump budget seeks $8.6B for wall
President’s proposal set for release today Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 11
Today is Monday, March 11, the 70th day of 2019. There are 295 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Bill would regulate light-weight electric scooters
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio House transportation budget bill now in the state Senate for
Town ravaged by tornado prays at church that sheltered many
Associated Press BEAUREGARD, Ala. The pastor of a church that became a center for shelter,
YOUNGSTOWN STATE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Preview of today’s game
Matchup: No. 3 YSU (22-8, 13-5 Horizon League) vs. No. 2 Green Bay (21-8, 15-3). Tip-off: 3:30
Boeing likely to face new questions after another 737 crash
Associated Press Sunday’s devastating plane crash in Ethiopia could renew safety questions about
Sunday, March 10 (111 stories)
Planning meeting for the My Brother’s Keeper conference
Planning meeting for the My Brother’s Keeper All Male Youth Conference
Support in full force at annual St. Patrick's parade
41st annual Mahoning Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Canada's no-sex, no-money scandal could topple Trudeau
Canada's no-sex, no-money scandal could topple Trudeau
Nick’s Kid Fund carries on legacy of volunteer lunch aid
Nick’s Kid Fund carries on legacy of volunteer lunch aid
eNASCAR Heat draft brings fans, motorsports closer together
eNASCAR Heat draft brings fans, motorsports closer together
Town ravaged by tornado prays at church that sheltered many
Town ravaged by tornado prays at church that sheltered many
'The Shawshank Redemption' cast members to reunite in Ohio
'The Shawshank Redemption' cast members to reunite in Ohio
West Virginia city manager accused of drunken driving
West Virginia city manager accused of drunken driving
Ohio Dominican students knit hats, scarves for homeless
Ohio Dominican students knit hats, scarves for homeless
Trump expected to seek $8.6B for border wall in new budget
Trump expected to seek $8.6B for border wall in new budget
Allred: Another tape appears to show R. Kelly with girls
Allred: Another tape appears to show R. Kelly with girls
Babe Ruth's last surviving daughter dies in Nevada at 102
Babe Ruth's last surviving daughter dies in Nevada at 102
Late firefighter honored as 'hero' during memorial service
Late firefighter honored as 'hero' during memorial service
Jetliner crashes in Ethiopia, killing 157 from 35 countries
Jetliner crashes in Ethiopia, killing 157 from 35 countries
Youngstown mayor's State of City address March 28
Mayor Jamael Tito Brown will deliver his State of the City address, hosted by the City Club of the Mahoning Valley, March 28 at the Ford Family Recital Hall at DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St.
Youngstown’s own criminal mastermind heading to big screen
California journalist Keith Sharon spent more than 15 years researching the story of Goshen-born Amil A. Dinsio, center, regarded as the best bank burglar in the U.S. His crew included his brother, James Dinsio, right, and nephew Harry Barber, left.
Poland’s experience pays off in OT
It finally happened. Poland’s class of 2019 finally got its district title. Poland's Braeden O'Shaughnessy looks to pass the ball while Chaney's Jamison Tubbs (1) and Ryan Clark (4) try to block him during their game at Boardman High School on Saturday.
Third-place winner returns to the Bee
Dominic, son of Ann Marie and Liberty schools Superintendent Joe Nohra, said he’s not all that nervous for another go – he’s been studying
Scrabble fundraiser participants spell success for Protestant Family Service
During a recent Scrabble game, Nancy Valentine was able to spell “riot,” “mend” and a host of other common words on the board, but when it comes to her parents’ volunteer efforts for a well-established local social-services agency, you could say that she feels quite p-r-o-u-d.
Cardinals’ D’Alesio overcomes bad ankle
Anthony D’Alesio dominated his 182-pound state title match, even if the score didn’t indicate it.
Consultant discusses findings on Poland Municipal Forest concerns
The Stow-based environmental consulting firm EnviroScience Inc. presented initial erosion findings from a survey of Poland Municipal Forest to Poland stakeholders
Gibson moves up for victory
Austin Gibson, Nate Cordova and Andre Henderson were the three local fighters victorious at Saturday’s Fight Night at Se7en Nightclub.
Phantoms finish strong to ice Gamblers
Jeppe Urup’s third-period goal was key as Youngstown tops Green Bay.
TBEIC grant will facilitate September clean-tech conference
Thanks to a $90,000 Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator grant, the Tech Belt Energy Innovation Center will have a conference downtown Sept. 13 and 14 that reaches out to Appalachian clean-technology startups.
Babbaro gains a powerful partner
Angelo Babbaro has a voice that links him to Frank Sinatra. Now, he has a representative to go with it.
DIVISION I
DIVISION I Austintown Fitch — Gus Sutton (138) closed out his high school career with a school-
Cast, crew, director create incredible ‘Elephant Man’ at Y’town Playhouse SFlb
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse’s latest production, “The
Butterfly workshop to take place at YSU
Youngstown State University and its student organization, the Youngstown Environmental and Sustainability Society, will partner with the Ohio Lepidopterists, Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Biological Survey to present the 22nd annual Butterfly Identification and Monitoring Workshop from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 23 at YSU’s Kilcawley Center. Registration and snacks will begin at 9:30.
Scouts awards dinner to recognize volunteers, Eagle Scouts
“Stambaugh Another 100” is the theme of the event.
Anti-violence blitz on South Side shows signs of success
Youngstown police Capt. Jason Simon exchanges high fives with Leigha Henderson, 2, while her mother, Lovonna Harris, looks on at a South Avenue laundromat last month. Simon and his partner, Lt. Ramon Cox, were there as part of their Community Based Crime Reduction patrol.
Tech Trends to Watch in 2019
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For the Week of Sunday, March 10, 2019
Fred Investments LLC to Daniel Diaz, Cameron Ave., Youngstown, $12,000. Fred Investments LLC to
St. Patrick’s week has arrived, and the folks at Wallethub have compiled a by-the-numbers look
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YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 10
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Medical marijuana processor certified
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state Commerce Department has awarded Ohio’s first certificate of
Pastors urge Methodists to embrace LGBT people
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FEDERATED CLUBS
wednesday Fortnightly IV will meet at 7 p.m. for dinner and a movie. Patty Orenic will be the
86th VINDICATOR BEE
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Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. –
Companies decry ‘valve turners’ who shut down pipelines
An idea developed by indigenous peoples and environmentalists in Canada to protest an oil pipeline has been embraced in recent years by climate change activists in the U.S. who believe fossil fuels are precipitating a global warming crisis
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TODAY SOFTBALL Marist vs. YSU in Charleston, S.C., 12:15 p.m. North Carolina State vs. YSU in
Texas fires former QB Young
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Chemical research clearinghouse was big data before big data
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Natural History museum to mark 150th anniversary
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Fiction
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Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
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SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails. Austintown AARP Chapter
GARDEN CLUBS
today Mahoning Valley Dahlia Society will meet at 2 p.m. at Calvarly Baptist Church, 1463 Shields
Sandy Springs brings best of craft beer to Minerva
By Jim Cyphert, Mahoning Valley Flight Crew If You Go Sandy Springs Brewing Co., 232 N.
Home watch: Priciest and cheapest time zones
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Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
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BOXING | Fight Night at Se7en Nightclub results
60 pounds — Stephon Black (1-0, Lorain) def. Kylvyn Redding (0-1, Cleveland), decision. 70 — Jesse
‘We’re going to straighten all this stuff out,’ R. Kelly says
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Major rules changes proposed by teams
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Xavier faculty member, 86, is singled out for greatness
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Trump signed Bibles. Heresy? Many religious leaders say no
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As budget deficit balloons, few in Washington seem to care
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NHL roundup | Saturday’s games
Blue Jackets 4, Penguins 1 COLUMBUS Cam Atkinson had two goals, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 28
Agenda Monday
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Dozens rescued after being trapped on Lake Erie ice floe
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preps at a glance
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Blood Drives This week in the Mahoning Valley
MONDAY Badger High School, 7119 state Route 7, Kinsman, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. South Range High
2020 Democrats flock to trendy SXSW festival in Texas
Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren defends her call to break up tech giants during appearance at South by Southwest Festival in Austin, Texas
A Rich downtown
Opinion: The newest version of downtown Youngstown we now see was in its beta stages in 2009. On a wintry
Thank you, Prez Obama*
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DENNIS HETZEL | Guidance on how to keep public records, meetings open in Ohio
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Mahoning Valley facing a major economic storm
Editorial: There’s bad news – and some not-so-bad news – for this region as it comes to terms with the end of
GM Lordstown plant closing will hurt local school districts
Opinion: By Randi Weingarten and Alyssa Brookbank Special to The Vindicator No matter how many times it
Saturday, March 9 (101 stories)
Pixel Pop Photography creates picture-perfect memories
Pixel Pop Photography does more than snap shots for weddings, dogs and high school seniors: It creates memories
Harding wins robotics regional today in Chicago
Warren G. Harding High School’s robotics team won the 2019 For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Midwest Regional today in Chicago.
Ice fishermen rescued tonight at Mosquito
Two men ice fishing on Mosquito Lake without a boat or life jackets were rescued unharmed after a big chunk of the ice on which they were fishing broke loose at about 5:20 p.m. today.
Scrabble game marks 1st of 8 anniversary events for Protestant Family Services
During a recent Scrabble game, Nancy Valentine was able to spell “riot,” “mend” and a host of other common words on the board, but when it comes to her parents’ volunteer efforts for a well-established local social-services agency, you could say that she feels quite p-r-o-u-d.
Whispering Pines scouting dinner set for April
The Whispering Pines District of Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America’s annual district awards dinner to recognize the organization’s 2018 volunteers and 27 scouts who in 2018 earned the Eagle Scout Award, the highest award in Boy Scouts.
Poland perfection ends in regional final
The Bulldogs rallied from 13 down to take the lead early in the fourth quarter.
Bipartisan bill aims to repeal portions of HB 70
State Rep. Joe Miller, a Democrat from Amherst, announced Friday he will soon introduce bipartisan legislation with Rep. Don Jones, a Republican from Freeport, to repeal portions of House Bill 70, the 2015 bill also known as the Youngstown plan that brought on state takeovers of local schools in Youngstown, Lorain and throughout the state.
Springfield rallies to win district title
Lukas Yemma (3) of Springfield hugs Beau Brungard as time ran out during Friday nights district championship game at Struthers High School, giving them the win over Lowellville. Springfield’s 15-0 run proved deadly for Lowellville.
Columbus officer from Valley recovering after “ambush”
The Poland grad was shot through the cheek but is expected to make a full recovery.
Zallow, Elliott unable to qualify for national finals
Zallow missed qualifying by 0.003 of a second.
YSU, Green Bay women set for Monday matchup
The YSU women’s basketball team was emotional the last time it played Green Bay.
‘Eclair’ lands sisters in spelling bee
The correct spelling of the word “eclair” landed not one, but two sisters in The Vindicator’s 86th Regional Spelling Bee
Whitehead first state placer for Columbiana since 1987
Nathan Whitehead isn’t sure he even likes wrestling, but it’s pretty clear that he’s good at it.
Five Mahoning Valley wrestlers can win state titles today
Canfield’s Tyler Stein, Nick Crawford and Anthony D’Alesio, Girard’s Jack DelGarbino and Beaver Local’s Cole McComas will battle for state titles.
‘This Is Us’ in theater approach
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES “This Is Us” routinely brings viewers to tears.
STATE WRESTLING Day 2 roundup
DIVISION I Austintown Fitch — Gus Sutton (138) will place for a third consecutive season after
LaBrae unable to match Edgewood’s second-half surge
For one half on Friday night, the LaBrae Vikings looked like the defending Division III district champions.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Family Dollar grand reopening
Family Dollar Stores Inc. has announced plans for a renovated store’s grand re-opening in the city.
Dads, daughters boogie down at Youngstown's all schools dance
Corey Jolliff takes a photo with his daughter, Jaylaysha Jolliff, 14, both of Youngstown, during Youngstown School District’s father-daughter dance at East High School Friday night.
Bare root plants take special care
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Perennial garden design: Color matters
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Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
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‘Project Runway’ returns to Bravo for 17th season
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Pence talks energy, Trump at Ohio oil and gas gathering
Associated Press COLUMBUS Vice President Mike Pence highlighted curbs in environmental
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Jess and Mary Kay Goff, New Middletown, twins: girl and
Enjoy, but don’t disturb bald eagles
For years my husband and I have watched the bald eagles in our area. There are so many, but it is still a thrill to see one.
Small, but durable wild tulips making a comeback
By Hugh G. EARNHART OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer “Tulip mania” has captured gardeners of
Stained Glass Concert planned for Sunday
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Convicted ex-Pilot Flying J employee ask for new trial
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Chat with a Naturalist
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Manning jailed for refusing to testify
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Police: Daniels’ strip club arrest not political
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NEWSMAKERS
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YSU ATHLETICS Friday’s other events
Baseball RedHawks keep Penguins winless Oxford Jeff Wehler recorded two hits, including his
Wollitz: Weather getting better, so be prepared to fish
Before we hitch up the boat and drive to the lake, smart fishers make sure everything is ship shape.
‘We saw things that you wouldn’t believe’
Trump surveys devastation, pays respects to Alabama tornado victims Associated Press
Former spa owner seen in photo with president
Establishment implicated in trafficking ring Associated Press MIAMI A photo published Friday
Sunday news shows
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FRIDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BOWLING Fitch senior Renee Seebacher ties for 26th in state tourney COLUMBUS Austintown
washington House OKs election, ethics overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Newly empowered House Democrats approved a centerpiece of their
Source: Browns trade Zeitler for Giants’ Vernon
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GM idling makes hunger campaign more poignant
Editorial: Expect the turbulent ripple effects of this week’s idling of the workforce of the Mahoning Valley’s
Green New Deal for US
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Never stop pushing elected officials
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Sometimes we forget the progressive movement’s political goal is not
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Do not forget the real victims inSFlbthe Robert Kraft pay-for-sex case
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Friday, March 8 (146 stories)
Erosion in Poland Forest reversible, forest reps told today
The Stow-based environmental consulting firm EnviroScience Inc. presented initial erosion findings from a survey of Poland Municipal Forest to Poland stakeholders Friday.
Dads, daughters from all Youngstown schools enjoy special dance tonight
Music piped through the gymnasium at East High School tonight, fueling the dips and twirls and lifts between fathers and daughters during Youngstown School District’s Father-Daughter Dance.
Dem legislator proposing state bill to dissolve 'Youngstown Plan'
State Rep. Joe Miller, a Democrat from Amherst, announced Friday he will soon introduce bipartisan legislation with Rep. Don Jones, a Republican from Freeport, to repeal portions of House Bill 70, the 2015 bill that brought on state takeovers of local schools in Youngstown, Lorain and throughout the state.
2 North Siders arraigned on gun charges today
Two people arrested Thursday in separate traffic stops on the South Side on gun charges were arraigned today in municipal court.
Another drug charge for Rayvon Parker
Rayvon Parker, 20, of Youngstown is out of the Trumbull County jail on a $5,000 bond he posted Thursday night after his arrest by Trumbull-Ashtabula Group Task Force on a drug-trafficking charge.
Valley native shot while on duty with Columbus PD
A Columbus police officer originally from the Mahoning Valley was shot during an ambush and is currently recovering in the hospital.
Prosecutor hails drop in western Pennsylvania OD deaths
Prosecutor hails drop in western Pennsylvania OD deaths
Amazon lobbies to exempt employees from labor protections
Amazon lobbies to exempt employees from labor protections
Chelsea Manning jailed for refusing to testify on WikiLeaks
Chelsea Manning jailed for refusing to testify on WikiLeaks
Smollett indicted on 16 counts stemming from reported attack
Smollett indicted on 16 counts stemming from reported attack
Legislator plans effort to dismantle state takeovers of local schools
Legislator plans effort to dismantle state takeovers of local schools
TRUE BLUE | Church bells ring across the Mahoning Valley for True Blue Friday
TRUE BLUE | Church bells ring across the Mahoning Valley for True Blue Friday
Flu may have peaked, but experts eye jump in nastier strain
Flu may have peaked, but experts eye jump in nastier strain
Pa. school board president removed over anti-Muslim posts
Pa. school board president removed over anti-Muslim posts
Pence talks energy, Trump at Ohio oil and gas gathering
Pence talks energy, Trump at Ohio oil and gas gathering
Women's national soccer team players sue for equitable pay
Women's national soccer team players sue for equitable pay
Sanders' 'Medicare-for-all' expands long-term care benefits
Sanders' 'Medicare-for-all' expands long-term care benefits
TRUE BLUE FRIDAY | Women's labor movement celebrated
TRUE BLUE FRIDAY | Women's labor movement celebrated
Bill Shine resigns White House communications post
Bill Shine resigns White House communications post
UPDATE | 'Airwolf' star Jan-Michael Vincent dies at 73
'Airwolf' star Jan-Michael Vincent dies at 73
Ohio city to pay $1M to estate of man fatally shot by police
Ohio city to pay $1M to estate of man fatally shot by police
Two handguns found with painkillers during traffic stop
Two handguns found with painkillers during traffic stop
VINDY POLL NOW - Where is your favorite place to get fish dinners during Lent?
Where is your favorite place to get fish dinners during Lent?
TRUE BLUE | Ryan says we'll keep 'plugging away'
Ryan says we'll keep 'plugging away' to retrofit Lordstown GM
Authority says man broke parole by having 131 painkillers
Authority says man broke parole by having 131 painkillers
Youngstown schools and NAACP plan academic achievement conference
Youngstown schools and NAACP plan academic achievement conference
Man who hid assault weapon gets four years in prison
Man who hid assault weapon gets four years in prison
Champagne luncheon and fashion show
The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance will host the All That Glitters Champagne Luncheon and Fashion Show on April 5, at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center. All proceeds will benefit The Rich Center for Autism and The Walnut Grove-A Field of Opportunity.
Young girls learn coding at Main library
The Main library of Youngstown and Mahoning County hosted the Girls Who Code program starting in January, teaching girls grades six through twelve coding basics.
Poland Rotary hosts annual Golf Classic
The Poland Rotary hosted its 34th annual Golf Classic on March 2 at Bedford Trails golf course.
Preschoolers celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday
Preschool students at Poland Union Elementary School celebrated Dr. Seuss’s 115th birthday on Feb. 27.
Library hosts Lego my Library
The Canfield library hosted Lego My Library, a program geared toward children ages 6 and up, on Feb. 2.
Library hosts family movie matinee
The Canfield library hosted a family-friendly Saturday movie matinee on Feb. 9.
Champagne luncheon and fashion show set for April 5
The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance will host the All That Glitters Champagne Luncheon and Fashion Show on April 5, at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center.
Library welcomes chocolate lovers to Chocolate Cake Day
A group of self-proclaimed chocoholics attended Chocolate Cake Day at the Canfield library on Jan. 28.
US adds just 20K jobs; unemployment dips to 3.8 pct.
US adds just 20K jobs; unemployment dips to 3.8 pct.
Celebration of Scouting Breakfast set for April 30
The Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America’s 14th Annual Celebration of Scouting Breakfast fundraiser will take place on April 30, at Holiday Inn Boardman, located at 7410 South Avenue, Youngstown.
CHC students have fun with STEM
C.H. Campbell Elementary School hosted its annual STEM Week Feb. 25 through March 1, with each grade level designated a day to learn about science, technology, engineering and math.
House resolution on bigotry, anti-Semitism sparks debate
House resolution on bigotry, anti-Semitism sparks debate
International Women's Day: Strikes, protests and holidays
International Women's Day: Strikes, protests and holidays
Trump budget to include $100M for daughter Ivanka's project
Trump budget to include $100M for daughter Ivanka's project
“True Blue” Friday: Valley asked to back GM workers
Supporters are encouraged to take photos of themselves in blue with their GM-built vehicles and share them on social media tagged with #SaveLordstown.
Chaney surges past Lakeview in second half
Chaney's Cameron Lawrence (5) dribbles down court on a fast break ahead of Lakeview's Carter Huff (13) during the Cowboys' victory in the Division II District Semifinal in Boardman Thursday. Chaney (20-5) will play Poland (22-2) in Saturday’s district championship game.
Trauma, growth and neuroscience
He survived an abusive father and hardship. “Three times by the time I was 5, my father tried to murder my mother,” Leone said.
Valley wrestlers off to good start in Columbus
Defending champions Tyler Stein, Jack DelGarbino among first-round winners.
Brown out as presidential candidate
He said the best place for him to be effective is in the Senate.
Ohio house passes bill containing increase in gas tax
Mahoning Valley lawmakers tell why they voted to raise the gas tax less than what Gov. Mike DeWine had requested.
On a roll: Fitch’s Seebacher returns to state bowling tournament
Renee Seebacher rolled a 585 (174, 207, 204) three-game set in the district tournament.
Future of Creekside Golf Dome unclear
Owner Tony Latell says no decision has been made on whether it will be rebuilt.
R. Kelly points fingers in interview, but will it help his case?
By TAMMY WEBBER and DON BABWIN Associated Press CHICAGO Embattled R&B star R. Kelly angrily
Mahoning property taxpayers may have paid twice
The county treasurer said the online glitch should be fixed by this morning.mah
DeWine proposes $74M increase for children services agencies
Mahoning County Children Services currently receives $1.4 million from the state and could expect about $1.1 million more if the proposal is approved.
Trumbull planning commission to apply for broadband feasibility study
Trumbull County commissioners have authorized the planning commission to apply to the U.S. Economic Development Administration for funding to conduct a countywide broadband feasibility study.
Youngstown OKs HUD loan for amphitheater
The downtown amphitheater and riverfront park are set to open by June.
Claudia Hoerig appeals murder conviction and life prison sentence
Claudia Hoerig appeals murder conviction and life prison sentence
Girard RoboCats raising funds for competition
FIRST Robotics Delphi Team No. 279, “The Robo- Cats” has qualified for the world championships hosted in Detroit in April, but needs to raise enough funds to cover the trip to the championship.
Youngstown man facing 5 felonies of child sex released from jail
Thomas F. Reto Jr., released Thursday, is accused of forcing a child into sexual contact between 2006, when the child was 6 years old, and 2011.
Son reclaims N. Side eatery, hopes to open by Sept.
Johnny Naples, son of former Golden Dawn co-owner Ralph Naples, speaks to reporters Thursday outside the historic North Side restaurant after submitting the highest bid in an online auction to purchase it. He plans to remodel and reopen the restaurant by September.
Canfield Community Briefs
Evening with the Easter Bunny Boardman Park will present an evening with the Easter Bunny from
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v TobyMac, 7 p.m.: The Christian pop superstar headlines a concert
Authorities: Man who fled police accidentally drowned
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Federal grant
Federal grant SALEM Hunt Valve Co. Inc., 1913 E. State St., dba Union Flonetics, won a $46,026
DeWine criticized for ignoring GM Lordstown in key address
Opinion: Gov. Mike DeWine took somewhat of a beating from the Mahoning Valley delegation to the General
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association is celebrating 100 years of amateur radio
Falls, injuries on rise among older dog walkers
By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer Broken bones from falls while dog walking are on the rise
Inside the ropes WITH …
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cincinnati Judge blasts council members for secret texting, emails
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio judge has called for the resignations of five Cincinnati
Miss Cuba, Mr. Gilman set fall nuptials
poland Nancy Cuba of Poland is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Ashley Cuba of
Sarah Speziale, John Toy Jr. set summer rite
Joe and Toni Speziale of Boardman and John and Sandy Toy of North Lima are announcing the engagement
Nicole Petro, Zachary Politsky set summer rite
poland David and Dianne Petro of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Nicole
TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL Thursday’s games
MEN No. 12 Houston 90, SMU 79 HOUSTON Armoni Brooks had 20 points and 10 rebounds, Corey
Ohio DeWine delays 3 additional executions
State prison system needs time to develop new lethal-injection method Associated Press
Tribe outfielder Martin healthy, happy
Leonys Martin has recovered from a life-threatening infection.
HBO Old murder case gets new 4-part documentary
BY GEORGE DICKIE Gracenote A 1999 murder case that became the subject of a popular podcast gets
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1969 will celebrate its 50-year class reunion Aug. 30 through
Today is Friday, March 8, the 67th day of 2019. There are 298 days left in the year.
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sGOLF roundup
COLLEGE Kent State’s Herb Page plans to retire as coach KENT Longtime Kent State golf coach
French court convicts cardinal of not reporting child abuse
Associated Press LYON, France In a surprise ruling, France’s senior Catholic cleric, Cardinal
Manafort receives 47-month sentence
Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort was sentenced
PARDON POWER
Cohen lawyer says Trump advisers were ‘dangling’ possibility Associated Press WASHINGTON
THURSDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SUMMARIES DIVISION I GREEN 61, BOARDMAN 47 BOARDMAN (20-4) — Che
Jury finds Fla. cop guilty of slaying black motorist
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. A fired Florida police officer was found guilty of
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Newsmakers Police: After jail, Taylor Swift’s stalker breaks in again NEW YORK A man recently
ohio Lawmakers OK fix of error that could ban some guns
Associated Press COLUMBUS State lawmakers have fixed a mistake in an Ohio bill that gun-rights
Champagne luncheon and fashion show set for April 5
The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance will host the All That Glitters Champagne Luncheon and
Library hosts pop-up Valentines Day card event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted a Pop Up Valentines Day
Celebration of Scouting Breakfast set for April 30
The Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America’s 14th Annual Celebration of
Taylor Deemer, Anthony Zuppo III set wedding date
POLAND Rich and Stacey Deemer of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Taylor
THURSDAY AROUND THE NHL
Penguins 3, Blue Jackets 0 PITTSBURGH Matt Murray stopped 25 shots for his 10th career shutout
A policy against first use of nukes
Opinion: By Olivia Alperstein OtherWords In a matter of minutes, as easily as sending a tweet, a sitting
STATE WRESTLING Day 1 news & notes
Notes from Thursday’s opening round of action at the Ohio High School Athletic Association state
Pointless giving Uncle Sam a gift
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons With America’s national debt surpassing a frightening $22
Selected local stocks
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Governor’s plans for kids deserve to be fast-tracked
Editorial: As is typically the case with state of the state addresses, chief executives of states dangle a grab
Boardman hosts Drums Alive afterschool program
Boardman Stadium Drive Elementary School hosted the annual Drums Alive after school program Feb. 12-27.
Poland Sports Briefs
Girls varsity basketball beats West Branch The Poland Seminary High School girls varsity
Boardman students taste test different milk flavors
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The new Fuel Up Play 60 Club at Boardman Glenwood Junior
Boardman Community Briefs
Evening with the Easter Bunny Boardman Park will present an evening with the Easter Bunny from
Celebration of Scouting Breakfast set for April
The Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America’s 14th Annual Celebration of
Poland Community Briefs
Evening with the Easter Bunny Boardman Park will present an evening with the Easter Bunny from
Champagne luncheon and fashion show set for April 5
The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance will host the All That Glitters Champagne Luncheon and
Dairy Queen takes PRIDE in its store
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown Dairy Queen recently received the PRIDE
Celebration of Scouting Breakfast set for April 30
The Whispering Pines District Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America’s 14th Annual Celebration of
Austintown Elementary celebrates Dr. Seuss’s birthday
Austintown Elementary School students celebrated the Dr. Seuss’s 115th birthday on March 1.
Austintown Community Briefs
Evening with the Easter Bunny Boardman Park will present an evening with the Easter Bunny from
Dads and daughters attend dance
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Dads and daughters from all over Ohio travelled to Boardman
Feb. 26
Feb. 26 Unauthorized use of a vehicle: Authorities received a complaint that a 2000 Chevrolet 2500
Thursday, March 7 (106 stories)
Creekside owner undecided if golf dome will be rebuilt
A decision hasn’t been made whether the Creekside Golf Dome will be rebuilt, said Tony Latell, owner of the venture.
Schools, churches, community asked to wear blue Friday
“True Blue” Friday is to show support for the United Auto Workers at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Plant.
Youngstown borrowing $4M from HUD for amphitheater, park
The city’s board of control approved an agreement Thursday with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to borrow $4 million for the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater and riverfront park project.Youngstown
Mahoning County overcharged taxes paid online
Some property owners who paid their property taxes online Monday found they were charged twice due to a technical error, county Treasurer Daniel Yemma said Thursday.
Golden Dawn may return to a Naples family member
Golden Dawn is on its way to being back in the hands of a Naples family member
DeWine wants to increase funding for children services
DeWine wants to increase funding for children services
Pa. gov. orders review of reform school over abuse allegations
Pa. gov. orders review of reform school over abuse allegations
Warren mayor: Fellow mayors wear blue to support Lordstown workers
Warren mayor: Fellow mayors wear blue to support Lordstown workers
Conservative group forms to push for bail reform in Ohio
Conservative group forms to push for bail reform in Ohio
Fired Florida officer guilty of slaying black motorist
Fired Florida officer guilty of slaying black motorist
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown will not run for president in 2020
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown will not run for president in 2020
City to borrow $4 million for Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater
City to borrow $4 million for Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater
$62,035 withdrawn unauthorized from woman's checking account
$62,035 withdrawn unauthorized from woman's checking account
Ex-Trump campaign boss Manafort to be sentenced in tax fraud
Ex-Trump campaign boss Manafort to be sentenced in tax fraud
Claudia Hoerig appeals murder conviction and life prison sentence
Claudia Hoerig appeals murder conviction and life prison sentence
Advocates seek more funding for Great Lakes water quality
Advocates seek more funding for Great Lakes water quality
McSally says in Senate hearing she was raped in Air Force
McSally says in Senate hearing she was raped in Air Force
Insta-Monarch: Queen Elizabeth makes first Instagram post
Insta-Monarch: Queen Elizabeth makes first Instagram post
French court convicts cardinal of not reporting child abuse
French court convicts cardinal of not reporting child abuse
Second Harvest kicks off campaign, braces for more need
Harvest for Hunger kicked off its 28th year of raising food and funds.
Land contract lawsuit must be tried locally, judge rules
The defendants in the case attempted to have the case moved to a federal court.
HomeGoods warehouse in ‘home stretch,’ company official says
A meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. Monday to review the site plan.
Olson’s block, Cash’s career night lifts YSU
Youngstown State’s Chelsea Olson goes up for a shot as Milwaukee’s Akaylah Hayes defends during a Horizon League quarterfinal Wednesday night at Beeghly Center. YSU won, 64-58.
State EPA is delaying loans to Youngstown
If Youngstown has to pay the money, its wastewater fund would have a deficit next year
Ohio House GOP plan trims proposed gas-tax increase
Ohio House Republicans have proposed cutting Republican Gov. Mike DeWine’s 18-cents-per-gallon recommended gas-tax increase to maintain roads and bridges to 10.7 cents.
Austintown Fitch wrestlers look to emulate Jameson
Gus Sutton, Colin Roberts and Zach Richards are headed to Columbus.
Playhouse to present ‘The Elephant Man’
Beneath the deformities that turned John Merrick into an object of revulsion, there was a human being.
Captain Marvel gets an average introduction
‘Captain Marvel’ Grade: 2 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi
Celtic violinist to join orchestra in Irish celebration
Mairead Nesbitt will be the special guest at the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra’s season-ending concert Saturday at Powers Auditorium.
Christian-pop superstar TobyMac returns to the Valley
The cover of TobyMac’s latest album shows the artist braced against the cold and wind, braving the elements.
GM Lordstown retirees don’t believe the plant should be closed
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com LORDSTOWN Four retirees, with a combined 152 years at
End of car production at GM Lordstown alarming
Editorial: By refusing to use the word “shutdown” to describe what has occurred at its Lordstown assembly complex, General Motors is perpetrating a cruel hoax on the people of the Mahoning Valley.
Favorite vehicles
Favorite vehicles Four GM Lordstown retirees, with a combined 152 years at the plant, named their
The family of Richard M. Calvaruso all drive GM vehicles
Richard M. Calvaruso was 3 when he and five other children of General Motors Lordstown employees rode in a 1969 Chevrolet Impala – the 400,000th Chevrolet to roll off the line at the huge plant that was idled Wednesday.
CSU: Region will take $3B hit from GM's idling of Lordstown
1966-2019 | United Auto Workers Local 1112 members stand around the final Chevrolet Cruze built at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex on Wednesday afternoon. The picture was taken by a member of the Drive It Home campaign to support workers and urge GM to allocate a new product at the facility.
WEDNESDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL SUMMARY DIVISION II DISTRICT SEMIFINAL POLAND 64, CANFIELD 30 CANFIELD
Western Reserve’s readiness all about trust
The Blue Devils will meet Dalton in a regional semifinal tonight.
PSU-Shenango art instructors will share work
Staff report SHARON, PA. Art by three instructors at the Penn State Shenango campus will be
A livid R. Kelly cries, calls sex-abuse accusers liars
Associated Press CHICAGO In his first interview since being charged with sexual abuse, R&B star
AUDITIONS
ACTORS “The Good Humor Radio Hour: L’Amour Noir,” YSU’s department of communication will have
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 7
Today is Thursday, March 7, the 66th day of 2019. There are 299 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Youngstown Symphony adds concerts for 2019-20 season
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will greatly
Llewellyn exhibit to open at Butler
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of paintings by celebrated California artist Kevin
Trump still hopes for North Korea deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Satellite photos showing new activity at a North Korean rocket
Browns waive inconsistent linebacker Collins
Jamie Collins had flashes of brilliance with the Browns. Not nearly enough of them, though.
Shinedown lights up Covelli Centre
With more than 40 concerts ahead of him in the coming months, it would have been understandable if
LORDSTOWN ASSEMBLY Vehicles produced through the years at the General Motors Lordstown facility since 1966:
1966–1970 Chevrolet Caprice Impala Bel Air Biscayne 1967–1969 Pontiac Firebird
2020 Census
Ahead of court ruling, Census Bureau quietly seeks citizenship data Associated Press As the U.S.
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Jennifer Seachrist and Richard Groff, Salem, girl, March
US plans end to wolf protections
Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. U.S. wildlife officials plan to lift protections for gray
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Jeopardy!’ host Trebek says he has pancreatic cancer LOS ANGELES “Jeopardy!” host
New Day dawns for Ohio State in spring practice
Ohio State has a new head coach, a reconstituted offensive line and a transfer quarterback who has never started a college football game.
Dinwiddie does in Cavs with big 4th
Spencer Dinwiddie scored 12 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter.
Zuckerberg promises Facebook privacy changes
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Facebook, which grew into a colossus by vacuuming up your
Diner staff sad to see GM workers leaving the village
Lordstown diner staff, patrons talk about impact of potential GM closure
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Sacred land is under assault
Opinion: By James Campbell OtherWords A lot has been written lately about the possibility of drilling for
Moscow project Cohen turns over papers to House panel
Associated Press WASHINGTON Michael Cohen, President Donald Trump’s former lawyer, turned over
From Family Dollar to Dollar Tree Inc., rebranding in works
Associated Press NEW YORK Dollar Tree Inc. is closing up to 390 Family Dollar stores this year
Broadway press agent will speak at Packard
Staff report WARREN Broadway insider Susan Schulman will give a lecture presentation at 10:30
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Craft beer festival at plaza will feature more than 60 brewers
Craft beer festival at plaza will feature more than 60 brewers AUSTINTOWN The fourth-annual
Democrats’ push for reparations could benefit Trump’s re-election
Opinion: WASHINGTON Tiptoeing along the edge of caricature, Sen. Elizabeth Warren says: Native Americans
Senator says she was raped while in Air Force
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sen. Martha McSally, the first female Air Force fighter pilot to fly
Wednesday, March 6 (111 stories)
Drive seriously injured in Newton Falls crash
The driver of a car that crashed into a dump truck at about 1:30 p.m. today on state Route 5 in Braceville Township near the Econolodge was severely injured and three passengers in the car were less seriously injured.
EPA delays loans to Youngstown until rates raised
The state Environmental Protection Agency is delaying about $12 million in loans to the city for wastewater improvements because Youngstown hasn’t agreed to raise sewer rates needed to repay that money.
Second Harvest kicks off food campaign, bracing for higher need
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley always strives to aid hungry families, but with a slew of recent job losses in the Valley, the food bank staff knows the community’s need will be greater.
Trumbull commissioners approve tax abatement for TJX warehouse
Trumbull County commissioners on Wednesday approved a 75 percent, 10-year tax abatement for the proposed TJX/HomeGoods distribution center on Ellsworth Bailey Road in Lordstown.
Las Vegas bets on Elon Musk for tunnel transit system
Las Vegas bets on Elon Musk for tunnel transit system
Olson block, Cash rebounds lift YSU in HL opener
Chelsea Olson blocked the game-tying shot to seal the win
Dems propose elections bill to reduce role of big money in politics
Flexing their new majority, Democrats are moving to push through the House a comprehensive elections and ethics reform package they say will reduce the role of big money in politics, ensure fair elections and restore ethics and integrity to Washington.
Mario Batali gives up financial stake in all his restaurants
Mario Batali gives up financial stake in all his restaurants
Judge: Census citizenship question is a threat to democracy
Judge: Census citizenship question is a threat to democracy
House GOP plan trims governor’s proposed gas-tax increase
House GOP plan trims governor’s proposed gas-tax increase
Trump still hopes for N. Korea deal after ominous report
Trump still hopes for North Korea deal after ominous report
Judge rules land-contract suit must be tried locally
Judge rules land-contract suit must be tried locally
Sen. McSally, ex-Air Force pilot, says officer raped her
Sen. McSally, ex-Air Force pilot, says officer raped her
Census seeking citizenship data from DHS before 2020 census
Census seeking citizenship data from DHS before 2020 census
UPDATE | Authorities: R. Kelly to be jailed until he pays $161K
R. Kelly taken back into custody after child-support hearing
GM LORDSTOWN | US Sen. Portman, 'Sad day for the Valley'
GM LORDSTOWN | US Sen. Portman 'Sad day for the Valley'
GM LORDSTOWN | Rally participants 'angry' at plant closing
GM LORDSTOWN | Rally participants 'angry' at plant closing
GM LORDSTOWN | Final Cruze rolls out, rally held
Final Chevy Cruze Rolls Off Production Line at GM Lordstown
GM LORDSTOWN | Diner patrons talk about plant closure
GM LORDSTOWN | Diner patrons talk about plant closure
Cohen turns over documents to House panel on Moscow project
Cohen turns over documents to House panel on Moscow project
Eastgate Regional Council committees meet Thursday
Eastgate Regional Council committees meet Thursday
GM LORDSTOWN | UAW president oversees last Cruze roll off line
GM LORDSTOWN | UAW president oversees last Cruze roll off line
GM LORDSTOWN | Sen. Rulli is 'devastated' by plant closing
GM LORDSTOWN | Sen. Rulli is 'devastated' by plant closing
GM LORDSTOWN | Sen. O'Brien says today 'very difficult'
GM LORDSTOWN | Sen. O'Brien says today 'very difficult'
GM LORDSTOWN | Economic impact of Lordstown plant closing
GM LORDSTOWN | Economic impact of Lordstown plant closing
Homeland Security secretary insists border crisis is 'real'
Homeland Security secretary insists border crisis is 'real'
GM LORDSTOWN | Workers filing out; final Cruze nears end of line
GM LORDSTOWN | Workers filing out; final Cruze nears end of line
GM LORDSTOWN | Make electric cars there, Sen. Brown says
GM LORDSTOWN | Make electric cars there, Sen. Brown says
Shenango Valley weather-warning siren test is Thursday
Shenango Valley weather-warning siren test is Thursday
Dems struggle to respond to Omar over Israel, bigotry
Dems struggle to respond to Omar over Israel, bigotry
Dinosaur tracks make fresh impression at Valley Forge park
Dinosaur tracks make fresh impression at Valley Forge park
Monster twister takes 10 relatives from 1 Alabama family
Monster twister takes 10 relatives from 1 Alabama family
Black man's death in police custody roils rural town
Black man's death in police custody roils rural town
Putin urges stronger protection of Russian military secrets
Putin urges stronger protection of Russian military secrets
Zoo, foundation agree on plan to return gorilla Ndume to zoo
Zoo, foundation agree on plan to return gorilla Ndume to zoo
UK police probe suspicious packages at university, bank
UK police probe suspicious packages at university, bank
Trump to battle investigations with condemnation and lawyers
Trump to battle investigations with condemnation and lawyers
R Kelly breaks silence, denies sexual abuse charges
R Kelly breaks silence, denies sexual abuse charges
Judge rules land contract lawsuit must be tried in local courts
Judge rules land contract lawsuit must be tried in local courts
GM LORDSTOWN | Mayor Hill discusses 'sad' finale
GM LORDSTOWN | Workers arrive for what could be final day
$10 million student-housing complex being built near YSU
The complex is expected to be ready for students to move in for the fall 2020 semester.
YSU hoops nets multiple Horizon League honors
Youngstown State’s basketball programs netted a combined seven All-Horizon selections.
Governor doesn’t mention Lordstown GM plant in State of the State
Valley legislators say they’re disappointed by the omission.
VINDY EXCLUSIVE | Niles officer: Shot that killed Niles woman apparently accidental
A city police detective testified that the man accused of shooting Britney Mazanec to death outside the Hideaway Lounge Feb. 24 said he did so accidentally while striking the window of her car with his hand while holding a gun.
Rockets rise above Blue Devils
It wasn’t so much a No. 3 beating a No. 2-seeded team as it was a team with a roster of nine inspired players going all-out to knock the feet out from under the opposition in a Division IV semifinal at Struthers Fieldhouse on Tuesday night.
Crusaders take down South Range
South Range’s annual tournament meeting against Canton Central Catholic is all too familiar for the Raiders.
Struthers beer store sells million dollar winning Powerball ticket
The winner has yet to come forward.
Vikings recover from slow start
Tyler Stephens scored 12 of his 17 points in the second half for LaBrae.
Tattoo artist resumes Valley tradition with expo
There is a story behind every tattoo, and learning it is just one of the things that Hope Sweany, a local tattoo artist, loves about her job.
Lights Out bouts set for Saturday night
Cleveland heavyweights Patrick Failor and Bryan Gedeon will meet for the Lake Erie Masters championship Saturday.
Champion girls have big-game experience
The Golden Flashes (20-5) meet Chippewa tonight at Cuyahoga Falls.
Matlock ends Leopards’ state tournament drought
There’s a new twist to Hadi Hadi’s annual trip to the state wrestling tournament.
Warren preparing to hire five more firefighters under federal grant
The federal government has given the Warren Fire Department an extra six months to use the remaining money from its Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant.
'We're not going to give up hope,' UAW president tells GM rally
Dave Green, president of United Auto Workers Local 1112, addresses a crowd of Drive It Home supporters during a rally Tuesday at Lordstown High School. Drive It Home seeks to lobby General Motors to bring a new product to the Lordstown Assembly plant, which is being idled.
Food sales and dinners through Mar. 13
TODAY Canfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., will host Lenten breakfasts
VALLEY DEALS 365 - Decades of restaurant experience headlines Mojo’s
Mojo’s Pub-N-Grill in Austintown is a continuation of the Marino family restaurant success in the Mahoning Valley – putting an “American” spin on the classic pub theme.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
Five defensive players, kicker get franchise tag
Five defensive players, all premier pass rushers, and 49ers placekicker Robbie Gould, were given franchise tags by their teams before Tuesday’s NFL deadline.
Holiday season defines winners, losers in retail
Associated Press NEW YORK The 2018 holiday season turned out to be a mixed bag for retailers,
Springing forward & pain of 14 clocks
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Nobody dreads daylight saving time more than my father. He has
Motivational speaker at Choffin
Staff reports YOUNGSTOWN Motivational speaker Stanley Leone will speak to junior Choffin Career
Tuesday’s high school sports at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL Division IV At Grand Valley Bristol 61, Andrews Osborne 54 ORWELL Gage
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 6
Today is Wednesday, March 6, the 65th day of 2019. There are 300 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
congressional probes Trump team prepares to fight, litigate
Newly empowered Dems intensify efforts against president Associated Press WASHINGTON The
Trucker gets his beloved dog back after 25 days on the run
New Castle News NEW CASTLE, Pa. For 25 days, Ashanti eluded her rescuers. Over a 10-mile
$6.3M raised for synagogue massacre
Associated Press A $6.3 million fund established after the Pittsburgh synagogue massacre will
Teen tells Senate why he defied his mom to get vaccinated
Associated Press WASHINGTON An Ohio teen defied his mother’s anti-vaccine beliefs and started
Junior Women’s League of Canfield’s “SIMPLE PLEASURES II”
Junior Women’s League of Canfield’s “SIMPLE PLEASURES II” BLUEBERRY MUFFINS by KAREN MORVAY
Trump aims to stem vet suicide with outreach, local grants
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at
Sen. Feinstein takes kids to task
Opinion: Here’s a sentence I never thought I would write: Dianne Feinstein was right. A small group of
Tariffs will bring trouble to state of Ohio – eventually
Editorial: Akron Beacon Journal: Ohio exported $37 billion in goods to Canada, Mexico, China and the European
San Antonio told Bezos to beat it
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords The richest man in the world, who heads one of the world’s largest
Tuesday, March 5 (111 stories)
More student housing coming to YSU
Construction on a $10 million student-housing complex near Youngstown State University is expected to start in June.
80-plus artists, vendors expected at weekend tattoo event
There is a story behind every tattoo, and learning it is just one of the things that Hope Sweany, a local tattoo artist, loves about her job.
Whitaker leaves Justice Department
Former acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker has left the Justice Department.
Warren gets 6 more months to use federal funds for firefighters
The federal government has given Warren Fire Department an extra six months to use the remaining money from its Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant.
Funding secured for Mauthe Bridge renovation
Village council identified funding for a renovation design of the Mauthe Bridge in Poland Municipal Forest.
Colorado, baker end legal spat over transgender woman's cake
Colorado, baker end legal spat over transgender woman's cake
Sacramento cops who killed Stephon Clark won't be charged
Sacramento cops who killed Stephon Clark won't be charged
Ex-NYC Mayor Bloomberg won't run for president in 2020
Ex-NYC Mayor Bloomberg won't run for president in 2020
Forbes names Kylie Jenner youngest self-made billionaire
Forbes names Kylie Jenner youngest self-made billionaire
Bill would let young Idaho adults carry concealed guns in cities
Bill would let young Idaho adults carry concealed guns in cities
London man seems to be free of HIV in second such case
London man seems to be free of HIV in second such case
As investigations swirl, Trump team prepares to fight
As investigations swirl, Trump team prepares to fight
Trucker gets his beloved dog back after 25 days on the run
Trucker gets his beloved dog back after 25 days on the run
FDA chief Gottlieb steps down after nearly 2 years
FDA chief Gottlieb steps down after nearly 2 years
Counterterror police examine 3 explosive devices in London
Counterterror police examine 3 explosive devices in London
FDA chief Scott Gottlieb steps down after nearly 2 years
FDA chief Scott Gottlieb steps down after nearly 2 years
Cincy council members admit to breaking law on secret texts
Cincy council members admit to breaking law on secret texts
Trump blasts Omar's Israel remarks; Dems condemn all bigotry
Trump blasts Omar's Israel remarks; Dems condemn all bigotry
Ohio man fatally hit friend with car; charged in death
Ohio man fatally hit friend with car; charged in death
New Mexico bill aims to limit immigration detention centers
New Mexico bill aims to limit immigration detention centers
AMA, Planned Parenthood challenge Trump family-planning rule
AMA, Planned Parenthood challenge Trump family-planning rule
Explosive devices found near London airports, train station
Explosive devices found near London airports, train station
UPDATE | Valley lawmakers criticize DeWine for no mention of GM Lordstown
Gov. DeWine promises focus on health issues
$6.3M raised for Pittsburgh synagogue massacre families, survivors
$6.3M raised for Pittsburgh synagogue massacre families, survivors
Pa. man gets life in murder of man killed in front of daughter
Pa. man gets life in murder of man killed in front of daughter
3 Quebec radio stations stop playing Michael Jackson songs
3 Quebec radio stations stop playing Michael Jackson songs
Professional wrestler King Kong Bundy dead at 61
Professional wrestler King Kong Bundy dead at age 61
Patrol made more drug arrests in 2018 than in previous year
Patrol made more drug arrests in 2018 than in previous year
London man is 2nd patient to be free of HIV after transplant
London man is 2nd patient to be free of HIV after transplant
Backlog in processing Medicaid applications delays care
Backlog in processing Medicaid applications delays care
Doc denies ordering outsize painkiller to end patient’s life
Doc denies ordering outsize painkiller to end patient’s life
$10 million student-housing complex coming near YSU
$10 million student-housing complex coming near YSU
House panel opens sweeping probe of Trump and associates
The panel’s list includes two of the president’s sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and many of his current and former close advisers
In its final vote, Lordstown council says yes to Hallock Young Road relocation
In its final vote, Lordstown council says yes to Hallock Young Road relocation
NAACP rates CEO qualifications
The Youngstown chapter of the NAACP doled out a number of F grades for the new CEO qualifications
Niles shooting-death case bound over to grand jury
Niles shooting-death case bound over to grand jury
Man killed on state Route 5 in Bazetta Township Friday identified
Man killed on state Route 5 in Bazetta Township Friday identified
Support shown for Vienna police
A Mathews school board member alleged that some Vienna police officers were corrupt.
Eli Lilly to sell half-price version of top-selling insulin
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Eli Lilly is offering a half-price version of a top-selling
New governor to deliver 1st State of the State speech
Gov. Mike DeWine is expected to push for an increase in Ohio’s gas tax and promote efforts to fight the opioid epidemic in his first State of the State speech
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 5
Today is Tuesday, March 5, the 64th day of 2019. There are 301 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Austintown school board, executive session regarding personnel, 4:30 p.m., Dr.
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Jonas Brothers: Tonight,
worth a look
AUCTIONS St. Lucy Church and St. Rosa de Lima will host a paddle auction at 3 p.m. Sunday at the
Governor selects J.P. Morgan as Mahoning County Court judge
He’ll have to run for the seat in the November 2020 election
Anonymous winner claims $1.5 billion Mega Millions jackpot
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. The South Carolina lottery says a single winner has stepped
Feds say postal worker stole $47K from mail
Jennifer L. Riccardi, a Cleveland postal worker, is now in the Mahoning County jail.
prep sports at a glance
BOYS GOLF McDonald’s Bokan picks Notre Dame College MCDONALD McDonald High School senior
Dems launch new Trump probe
Broad investigation could set stage for impeachment effort Associated Press WASHINGTON
Under pressure
UK auto industry under siege as Brexit tension escalates Associated Press LONDON Gregory
Candis Wynn of Liberty faces probation violation hearing
Court records show Liberty woman violated probation
GIRLS BASKETBALL Regional games
DIVISION II Region 5 Who: No. 1 Poland (25-0) vs. Akron Buchtel (19-5). Where: Barberton High
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course MONDAY’s RESULTS RACE 1 $18,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $10,000
AT&T shifting its focus to streaming
Associated Press NEW YORK Now that AT&T’s $81 billion takeover of Time Warner is a done deal ,
Trump tightens embargo on Cuba
Associated Press HAVANA The Trump administration announced Monday that it is tightening the six-
Proposed order on campus speech follows wave of complaints
President Donald Trump’s proposed executive order to protect free speech on college campuses follows a growing number of complaints from conservatives that universities are attempting to silence them
At least 23 dead, dozens missing after tornado rips through Ala.
In parts of northeast, winter storm dumps more than a foot of snow Associated Press BEAUREGARD,
Ex-Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper enters presidential race
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper says he’s running for president because he believes he can beat Donald Trump and can “bring people together on the other side and actually get stuff done.”
Hate crimes remain on rise
Opinion: By Gray Ndiaye OtherWords Jussie Smollett, a popular actor and singer-songwriter, was recently
Trump dishonors memory of Ohioan Otto Warmbier
Editorial: President Donald J. Trump’s love for brutal dictators notwithstanding, North Korean strongman Kim
‘Lord of the Lies’ Trump puts nation at risk at home and abroad
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication President Donald Trump is
Monday, March 4 (82 stories)
Vow renewal fulfills dying husband’s wish
The couple were married at the Mahoning County Courthouse in 1976.
YSU women continue magic of opening playoffs at home
Milwaukee will be the Penguins' opponent on Wednesday at Beeghly Center.
Kravitz, Plaza Donuts create Polish delicacies for Fat Tuesday
A bright spot amid unpleasant business news for the Mahoning Valley can be found at Kravitz Deli’s Fat Tuesday celebration.
Springfield Tigers get district semifinal win
The Springfield boys basketball team has depth; so much so, that no one player is the go-to guy from game to game.
Marijuana law discrepancy plagues local authorities
Marijuana law discrepancy plagues local authorities
Kravitz and Plaza Donuts collaborate to make Polish treats
Kravitz and Plaza Donuts collaborate to make paczki
Officials seek clarification on med marijuana laws
Under federal guidelines, medical marijuana users in Ohio can’t purchase or carry firearms.
Events set for Lordstown's plant final week
Members of the United Auto Workers Local 1112 and the Drive It Home campaign are asking the community to go “True Blue” this week by wearing blue and taking photos with their GM-built vehicles to show their support for the plant.
Do you believe Michael Jackson is guilty of the accusations of child molestation brought forth in "Leaving Neverland"?
Do you believe Michael Jackson is guilty of the accusations of child molestation brought forth in "Leaving Neverland"?
Double-decker bus crash in Hong Kong kills 2
Crash of double-decker bus in Hong Kong kills 2, hurts 16
Cocaine, meth on rise in Pa.'s early-warning areas
Cocaine, meth on rise in Pa.'s early-warning areas
New York Legislature approves gun storage safety measure
New York Legislature approves gun storage safety measure
China accuses detained Canadians of stealing state secrets
China accuses detained Canadians of stealing state secrets
Melania Trump's 3-state 'Be Best' tour begins in Okla.
Melania Trump's 3-state 'Be Best' tour begins in Okla.
California sues over US abortion rule; 20 states to follow
California sues over US abortion rule; 20 states to follow
Anonymous winner claiming $1.5 billion Mega Millions jackpot
Anonymous winner claiming $1.5 billion Mega Millions jackpot
Manning introduces bill regarding school district busing cuts
Manning introduces bill regarding school district busing cuts
Youngstown school district plans father-daughter, mother-son dances
Youngstown school district plans father-daughter, mother-son dances
Drive It Home campaign kicks off week of 'True Blue' events
Drive It Home campaign kicks off week of "True Blue" events to support GM workers
Bond set at $10,000 for man arrested Saturday with drugs, cash
Bond set at $10,000 for man arrested Saturday with drugs, cash
UPDATE | '90210,' 'Riverdale' star Luke Perry dead at 52
'90210,' 'Riverdale' star Luke Perry dead at 52
Case against man in Mazanec death sent to grand jury
Case against man in Mazanec death sent to grand jury
UPDATE | House Judiciary panel launches sweeping Trump probe
House Judiciary Committee launches sweeping probe of Trumps
UK royals to block internet trolls on social media sites
UK royals to block internet trolls on social media sites
Akron police: Man retrieving newspaper fatally struck by vehicle
Akron police: Man retrieving newspaper fatally struck by vehicle
NC elections board to set date for US House election
NC elections board to set date for US House election
Dogs bites off hand of Utah boy trying to play with animal
Dogs bites off hand of Utah boy trying to play with animal
Pharrell to launch music festival in Virginia Beach in April
Pharrell to launch music festival in Virginia Beach in April
No one injured when man shoots near Youngstown home
No one injured when man shoots near Youngstown home
DeWine appoints Morgan as Mahoning County Court judge
DeWine appoints Morgan as Mahoning County Court judge
Northeast digs out after storm closes schools, slows commute
Northeast digs out after storm closes schools, slows commute
House Democrats expand Russia probe, seeking more documents
House Democrats expand Russia probe, seeking more documents
Old house of worship becomes new home for Ohio couple
Old house of worship becomes new home for Ohio couple
Spielberg's push against Netflix at the Oscars hits a nerve
Spielberg's push against Netflix at the Oscars hits a nerve
Pedestrian who was killed on state Route 5 identified
Pedestrian who was killed on state Route 5 identified
Pope: Vatican next year to open archives on wartime Pius XII
Pope: Vatican next year to open archives on wartime Pius XII
Searches to resume after tornado kills 23 in Alabama
Searches to resume after tornado kills 23 in Alabama
Harris, Rasile, Stephens, Drapola are Players of Year
Blanch, McGaughy, Birch, Dolsak receive coach honors
All-Northeast Inland District Basketball honorees
Harris, Rasile, Drapola, Stephens are players of the year
Anguish grips idled GM workers
To stay put in Valley or transfer? Lordstown workers struggle with decision
Students serve spaghetti to fund trip to historic civil-rights sites
Sarina Chatman attended a spaghetti dinner that gave high-school students an opportunity to raise money for a journey they will soon be taking, and she’s confident they will return with a plate filled with personal transformations.
Frackfree MV installs 4 Trumbull County seismometers
Activists install seismometer to track activity near injection well
Coffee, conversation slated in 6th Ward
Coffee, conversation slated in 6th Ward YOUNGSTOWN Councilwoman Anita Davis, D-6th, will host a
‘How to Train Your Dragon’ sequel stays at No. 1 at box office
‘How to Train Your Dragon’ sequel stays at No. 1 at box office LOS ANGELES “How To Train Your
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Brookfield Township trustees, fact-finding meeting, 9 a.m., township park, 7291
More snow, frigid temperatures predicted Monday
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Sunday’s snowfall and slick highways caused no traffic fatalities in
Logano earns first NASCAR Cup win
Joey Logano oulasted Brad Keselowski on the final lap to win in Las Vegas.
Veltri masterful vs Muskegon
The Phantoms goalie recorded his third shutout in four games in a 2-0 win.
Senate seems to have votes to reject Trump’s wall move
Opponents of President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border appear to have enough Senate votes to reject his move, now that Republican Rand Paul of Kentucky has said he can’t go along with the White House
Preps SCHEDULE
ToDAY BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION III At Salem Waterloo vs. Mogadore, 7 p.m. At Warren
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 4
Today is Monday, March 4, the 63rd day of 2019. There are 302 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Adviser says Trump ‘gave nothing away’ in North Korea talks
President Donald Trump’s national security adviser is portraying the president’s meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as a success despite the lack of an agreement providing for the verifiable dismantling of the North’s nuclear sites
Cavs pull away in 4th quarter to defeat Magic
Cleveland hit seven 3-pointers to break the game open in the final quarter.
Mitchell holds on to win Honda Classic
Keith Mitchell bests Brooks Koepka and Rickie Fowler by one stroke.
Columbus Dispatch: State lawmakers would set a dangerous precedent by linking any increase in
Editorial: Columbus Dispatch: State lawmakers would set a dangerous precedent by linking any increase in Ohio’s
A threat to thrifty lifestyle
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Remember the good ol’ days of shade tree mechanics, denim patches
Trump did not win presidency because of his good character
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication I gather I was supposed to gasp when Michael Cohen
Probe of Trump expands
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declaring it’s “very clear” President Donald Trump obstructed
Sunday, March 3 (91 stories)
Children left behind at homicide scenes take top priority for city police officers
First responders’ first priority at crime scene is the child
WRTA’s Warren Express sees growth in ridership after trips and route expand
Bolstered by operating 11 trips per day instead of six and an expanded route, the Western Reserve Transit Authority’s Warren Express saw a 15 percent increase in ridership from 2017 to 2018.
UPDATE: Sheriff says 22 confirmed dead in apparent twister
A sheriff says the death toll is now at 22 from apparent tornado that devastated an Alabama community
Transportation officials use highway sign humor for safety
The Ohio Department of Transportation is working to encourage drivers to stay safe and to smile
Actress Jennifer Garner to speak at university graduation
Actress Jennifer Garner has announced she will be speaking at the graduation ceremony at her Ohio alma mater, Denison University
Alabama sheriff says at least 14 people are dead amid “catastrophic” damage from a possible tornado
An Alabama sheriff says at least 14 people are dead amid “catastrophic” damage from a possible tornado and more people are missing as crews search through wreckage and debris.
'Dragon,' 'Madea' draw largest movie audiences this weekend
'Dragon,' 'Madea' draw largest movie audiences this weekend
GM plant closings in Lordstown, elsewhere burden families
GM plant closings in Lordstown, elsewhere burden families
Ohio's Sherrod Brown joins presidential hopefuls in Selma
They marked the anniversary of a key moment in civil-rights history 54 years ago
Ridership accelerates on WRTA's expanded Warren Express
Ridership accelerates on WRTA's expanded Warren Express
'I have drinking problem,' says driver who killed 2
The tragedy unfolded as the city is in the midst of its Mardi Gras celebrations
4th GOP senator supports bill rejecting wall emergency; veto likely
4th GOP senator supports bill rejecting wall emergency; veto likely
Youngstown’s Joshua Green lands role in Broadway tour
The North American tour of “Finding Neverland” comes to the region this week and with a Youngstown native in the cast.
‘Jacks capture bonus hockey victory
Muskegon goaltender Brandon Bussi stopped attempts by Matt Barnaby and Brett Murray in a shootout.
Trial over redistrictingSFlbin Ohio to begin Monday
Associated Press CINCINNATI Voting-rights groups that charge that Ohio’s congressional map was
Zoo collects 30,000 samples of bear poop
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio zoo has become the repository for the world’s largest
Defense critical for Spartans during Tornadoes’ warning
Boardman advances toa Division I district semifinal.
Not this time: Western Reserve finds a way to beat McDonald
It was all about preparation for Western Reserve girls basketball coach Steve Miller and his team.
Renewal of CCW permits increased
Statewide, the number of new permits issued fell by 10 percent last year to 70,000.
Canfield sending six wrestlers to Columbus
Three Cardinals won district titles Saturday at Alliance.
Harvest for Hunger kickoff is Wednesday
The annual food drive helps restock the shelves of Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley.
Mardi Gras season will come to an end Tuesday, but until then, the festivities will rage on in New
Mardi Gras season will come to an end Tuesday, but until then, the festivities will rage on in New
MATT MANGINO | Ohio joins growing number of states stopping executions
Opinion: Gov. DeWine says he has no idea when executions will resume in the Buckeye State.
Fiction
Fiction 1. Killer by Nature: An Audible Original Drama by Jan Smith, narrated by Angela Griffin,
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 68 in the
Good design in everyday products is focus of MoMA exhibit
MoMA exhibit takes a fresh look at everyday products By KATHERINE ROTH Associated Press NEW
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Niles Wellness Center, 213 Sharkey Drive, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trumbull
What’s in Twitter’s transparency political ad promise?
By ADAM EARNHEARDT acearnheardt@ysu.edu Twitter is promising more transparency in the
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. –
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning Garden Club will meet at noon for a sack lunch in the Tyler classroom at the
New Disney area to immerse parkgoers in Star Wars
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES The world of Star Wars is coming
SENIOR CITIZENS
Canfield AARP 3104 will meet at the Canfield Presbyterian Church at 1 p.m. Monday. Blood pressure
For the Week of Sunday, March 3, 2019
Robert S. Schneider et al to Twins Commercial Group LLC, Coitsville-Hubbard Road, Youngstown,
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Fight gas-tax proposal from Gov. ‘Rhino Mike’
Opinion: Fight gas-tax proposal from Gov. ‘Rhino Mike’ So here we go. Gov. Mike DeWine is in office a few
LIMELIGHTS
LIMELIGHTS PROMOTION Home Savings announces the promotion of Tammy Jorgensen to senior vice
Alliance to host luncheon and fashion show
Staff report BOARDMAN The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance will host the “All That
Rhymes help make sense of the world
“Rhymes can make sense of the world in a way that regular speech can’t.” Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z (Sean
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Chef” by James Patterson and Max DiLallo (Little, Brown) 2. “Where the
area bowling scores
area bowling scores amron lanes The Rockettes — Vicki Jones 185-480, Paulette Armstrong
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Christina Rivera and Mem Sanders, Youngstown, boy, March
Sanders returns to NY roots, says he can defeat Trump
Bernie Sanders has kicked off his presidential campaign – miles from the rent-controlled apartment where he grew up in Brooklyn
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, regular board meeting, 7 p.m., 6844 Strimbu Drive.
nba roundup | Saturday’s games
Pistons 129, Cavaliers 93 CLEVELAND Luke Kennard scored 26 points, Reggie Jackson added 24 and
Trial begins for suspect in killing of 3
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A man is on trial on third-degree murder and other charges in a
Trump delivers a slashing speech that rouses the right
In a slashing speech packed with braggadocio and grievance, President Donald Trump denounced Democrats as the party of ’the socialist nightmare’
Nathaniel Taylor, who played Rollo on ‘Sanford and Son,’ dies
Nathaniel Taylor, who played Rollo on ‘Sanford and Son,’ dies LOS ANGELES Nathaniel Taylor, the
YSU women top CSU in regular-season finale
The Penguins will host Milwaukee in a Horizon League quarterfinal.
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 3
Today is Sunday, March 3, the 62nd day of 2019. There are 303 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
nhl roundup Saturday’s games
Penguins 5, Canadiens 1 MONTREAL Jake Guentzel scored two goals and had two assists and Sidney
Purdue crushes Wesson-less Ohio State
Carsen Edwards scored 25 points and No. 14 Purdue beat Ohio State 86-51.
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING Mahoning Valley state qualifiers
DIVISION I Austintown Fitch — Colin Roberts (113), Zach Richards (132), Gus Sutton (138).
Balanced budget doesn’t end Y’town’s fiscal woes
Editorial: When Youngstown City Council members meet later this month to adopt the 2019 general fund budget,
high schools
high schools GIRLS BASKETBALL Champion 56, LaBrae 27 CORTLAND Emma Gumont had a double-
Did GM want the Cruze to fail?
Opinion: The headline might come across as a last-ditch effort to denigrate General Motors as it winds down
Saturday, March 2 (132 stories)
YSU men fall in OT to Cleveland State
The Youngstown State men’s basketball team let its regular-season finale slip away against Cleveland State on Saturday night.
41st annual St. Patrick's Day parade is next Sunday
Daylight saving time will push back sunsets starting next Sunday, but signs of spring will likely end there for the 41st annual Mahoning Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
El’Hatton scholar is named
The winner of the inaugural Acorn Project David J. El’Hatton Jr. Memorial Scholarship is Alex Sanders of Canfield High School.
Golden Dawn auction set Thursday
The closing of the Golden Dawn restaurant in 2017 was more than just the end of another iconic Youngstown fixture.
Last days at Lordstown
There is a perverse anticipation that some people experience when – after a long period of suffering and deterioration – a dying loved one succumbs to their ailment.
Valley St. Patrick's Day parade steps off next Sunday
Valley St. Patrick's Day parade steps off next Sunday
China considers changes on technology to placate US
China considers changes on technology to placate US
Anger over deep details of Calif. man killed by police
Anger over deep details of man killed by police
SKorea, US end springtime military drills to back diplomacy
SKorea, US end springtime military drills to back diplomacy
Johnny Depp sues ex-wife for $50M in defamation suit
Johnny Depp sues ex-wife for $50M in defamation suit
Trump says he'll issue order protecting campus free speech
Trump says he'll issue order protecting campus free speech
Man indicted for Snapchat threat that panicked Ohio school
Man indicted for Snapchat threat that panicked Ohio school
Sanders returns to NY roots, says he can defeat Trump
Sanders returns to NY roots, says he can defeat Trump
Legalized sports betting unlikely in 3 largest US states
Legalized sports betting unlikely in 3 largest US states
No. 14 Purdue beats Ohio State, grabs solo lead of Big Ten
No. 14 Purdue beats Ohio State, grabs solo lead of Big Ten
Subaru recalls 1.3M vehicles in US for brake light problem
Subaru is recalling 1.3 million vehicles in the U.S. because the brake lights may not illuminate properly
Ohio zoo collects polar bear poop to aid species’ survival
Ohio zoo collects polar bear poop to aid species’ survival
Ohio farmers sue in Lake Erie legal rights issue
Ohio farmers sue to stop measure giving Lake Erie legal rights
Plan unveiled for new sidewalks in Warren neighborhood
Plan unveiled for new sidewalks in Warren neighborhood
Liberty trustees discussed roads that will be resurfaced this year
About eight miles of Liberty roads to be resurfaced this year
Stingy South Range defense clamps down on Clippers
The Raiders held the Clippers (13-11) to 4-of-18 shooting in the first half.
U.S. auto sales expected to rise from weak January
Staff/wire report Automakers and dealers may be wishing this was a leap year because an extra
Yo-Yo Ma brings his message to Flint
By MIKE HOUSEHOLDER Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Yo-Yo Ma brought both music and a call for
Struthers’ Stanton wins state bowling tournament
Madison Stanton took the individual title with a 634 series.
The exhibit is at YSU’s William F. Maag Jr. Library Saturday-Thursday
A 15-panel exhibit illustrating the story of Poland’s Anders Army is at YSU
Trumbull Engineer’s office seeks comments on Genesee Avenue sidewalks project
Trumbull Engineer’s office seeks comments on Genesee Avenue sidewalks project
Grisdale’s Bulldogs return to district
Daniel Kramer scored a game-high 20 points, Braeden O’Shaughnessy added 19 and Michael Cougras 14.
Lowellville rides Hvisdak to win against Southern
Lowellville entrusted its fate to Matt Hvisdak and he delivered.
MetroParks filing eminent domain for bike path
Several property owners between Green Township and Washingtonville are fighting the acquisitions
Youngstown program lauded on national level
Opinion: The Coalition for Health Promotion is one of 112 community coalitions hailed by a national organization.
Toads eat loads of pesky bugs
Q. Are toads really that good for my garden? If so, how do I get more of them? Julie from Poland
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v YSU basketball, 6 p.m.: The Penguins take on Cleveland State at
By DAVID BAUDER and LYNN ELBER
By DAVID BAUDER and LYNN ELBER Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. If there is a high point to
The Specials
The Specials Album: “Encore” Grade: A Given that it’s been 20 years since there’s been new
Women’s History Month celebrates past and future
Editorial: At the dawn of Women’s History Month this weekend, celebrations rightly run rampant throughout the
Prep for spring – soil test
Prep for spring – soil test Planting time will be here before you know it. Be ready by testing
These costly little sponges must be cooked to eat
These costly little sponges must be cooked to eat MOREL MUSHROOMS By Marilyn McKinley OSU
Trump claims Cohen book transcript would prove ex-aide lied
President Donald Trump is claiming that his former lawyer Michael Cohen shopped a book to publishers that portrayed Trump in a favorable light, at odds with Cohen’s damning testimony to Congress
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Reps. Jerrold
Jewels of Winter
Jewels of Winter When: Today and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. What: Find the spirit of the tropics in
Tesla’s online-only sales tactic comes with big risks
Tesla’s online-only sales approach comes with big risks Tesla’s bold move to close most of its
Birth tourism under scrutiny
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons As the old saying goes, half a loaf is better than none. Today’s
Country needs a new standard for when politicians should go
Opinion: By Tracey L. ROGERS OtherWords In the 400th year since chattel slavery began in the colony of
What is that plant?
What is that plant? Understanding what plants are native, what some non-native plants provide and
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 2
Today is Saturday, March 2, the 61st day of 2019. There are 304 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Don’t panic: How parents can deal with internet hoaxes
Panic over what children are picking up over the Internet sweep social media on a regular basis
These tiny, round nuthatches head south to our Valley for food
My husband and I watch the birds at our feeder each day. It is quality entertainment for both of us – and our cat and dogs.
Washington Gov. Inslee focuses on climate change in 2020 bid
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is launching his bid for president, joining a growing Democratic presidential field
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY marriage LICENSES Michael L. Hudzik, 29, of 791 Glenbrook Road,
Pennsylvania Councilman charged with stealing opioids
Associated Press WEST READING, Pa. A Pennsylvania councilman wearing a ski mask stole more than
cincinnati Parents blame ‘evil regime’ for son’s death
Associated Press CINCINNATI Unlike President Donald Trump, Otto Warmbier’s parents don’t believe
Mathews board contracts with sheriff for resource officer
One board member accused Vienna officers of ‘a pattern of corrupt activity’
Anglers need some patience, self-control
Too often, we strike back prematurely, thanks to the spectacular hit that even a bare keeper-sized bass can muster.
N. Korea denies sanctions demand
Associated Press HANOI, Vietnam President Donald Trump said he walked away from his second
YSU ATHLETICS
BASEBALL Penguins drop opener at Tennessee Tech COOKEVILLE, TENN. Trevor Wiersma hit his
ON THE TRACKS Friday’s auto racing news
NASCAR Truck Series Busch blows away field in hometown LAS Vegas Kyle Busch won his hometown
FRIDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL DIVISION III Champion 76, Mineral Ridge 72 CHAMPION Chase Wheelock’s 30
OUTDOOR digest
Hunting & Fishing Super Show & Sale Girard The 2019 Hunting & Fishing Super Show & Sale will
Welcome [back] to Walmart
After ’major-league botch,’ retailer moves to keep disabled greeters Associated Press Walmart
Friday, March 1 (149 stories)
Cardinals beat Ursuline 53-48 in Division II sectional final
Cardinals beat Ursuline 53-48 on Friday night in a Division II sectional final
All Youngstown City Schools juniors to take SAT March 6
All Youngstown City Schools juniors to take SAT March 6
‘Made him aware he was not alone’
Pedestrian was crossing state Route 5 in Bazetta Township when hit and killed
About eight miles of Liberty roads to be resurfaced this year
Liberty trustees discussed roads that will be resurfaced this year
Hunter says he’s ‘shocked and saddened’ by ‘bigoted’ email from Zoldan
Zoldan said the email was an ‘inartful attempt’ to point out the rabbi’s hypocrisy
Kids portray big names for a Black History Month project
Warren kids get into character with Black History Month presentations
A 15-panel exhibit illustrating the story of Poland’s Anders Army is at YSU
The exhibit is at YSU’s William F. Maag Jr. Library Saturday-Thursday
'Who's the Boss?' and 'Soap' actress Katherine Helmond dies
'Who's the Boss?' and 'Soap' actress Katherine Helmond dies
Nathaniel Taylor, Rollo Lawson on ‘Sanford and Son,’ dies at 80
Nathaniel Taylor, Rollo Lawson on ‘Sanford and Son,’ dies at 80
US offers $1 million reward in hunt for bin Laden's son
US offers $1 million reward in hunt for bin Laden's son
Dario Hunter claims slurs made against him by Bruce Zoldan
Dario Hunter claims slurs made against him by Bruce Zoldan
Pakistan hands captured Indian pilot back to India
Pakistan hands captured Indian pilot back to India
Mahoning County elections board has special meeting Saturday
Mahoning County elections board has special meeting Saturday
Columbus Diocese releases names of priests accused of abuse
Columbus Diocese releases names of priests accused of abuse
Youngstown man charged with setting his house aflame
Youngstown man charged with setting his house aflame
Beacon leads rescuers to pilot in the waters off Florida
Beacon leads rescuers to pilot in the waters off Florida
Ohio township files charges against plant over nasty odors
Ohio township files charges against plant over nasty odors
School apologizes for having students pretend to own slaves
School apologizes for having students pretend to own slaves
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard
Walmart to make 'every effort' to keep disabled greeters
Walmart to make 'every effort' to keep disabled greeters
Officials say Trump overstated Kim's demand on sanctions
Officials say Trump overstated Kim's demand on sanctions
About 90 gather to talk about police killing of Niles man
About 90 people gathered at Second Baptist Church on Main Avenue Southwest Thursday night to have a “community conversation on justice” regarding the Jan. 2 shooting death of Matthew Burroughs by Niles police.
Poland bests Ursuline, captures district crown
Poland Girls celebrate after defeating Ursuline 65-51 Thursday night.
YSU retools defensive front
The Youngstown State football team’s defense is rebuilding, starting up front.
Youngstown officials eliminate projected general-fund deficit
Council is expected to vote on the proposed budget March 20.
Crisis team helps Howland arrest man threatening shootout with cops
The Mahoning Valley Crisis Response team assisted Howland police Thursday afternoon and arrested Matthew C. Curtiss, 43, behind his parents’ house on Muirwood Drive after hours of trying to take him into custody for making threats, police said.
YSU ROUNDUP
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Cash, Dunn, Trimmer earn academic honors YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State
THURSDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL Poland regional tickets to be sold beginning Monday POLAND The Poland High
Coroner: Niles woman died from gunshot wound to chest
The Trumbull County coroner has ruled the death of Britney A. Mazanec, 33, of Niles to be a homicide and the result of a gunshot wound to the right arm that entered her chest.
PREP WRESTLING
PREP WRESTLING DISTRICT QUALIFIERS DIVISION I at North Canton Hoover 5 p.m. today; 9 a.m.
Mahoning commissioners review funding options for YDC
Commissioners estimate revitalizing the center would cost $2.8 million and could create more than 100 jobs.
A show that slayed: ‘The Sopranos’ hits 20
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Back in 1997, then-up-and-coming actor
Cavaliers rally past Knicks at Madison Square Garden
Kevin Love scored 26 points, Jordan Clarkson and Collin Sexton each had 22.
Isabelle Huppert adds class to outrageous stalker thriller
“Greta” Rating: R for “for some violence and disturbing images. Running time: 1:38 Grade:
Warren cops dig deeper to find evidence in drug investigation
Officers informed Winters they would be “checking the sewer pipes since Winters flushed the toilet when detectives arrived.”
Valley’s state legislators land on several committees
Rep. Michael O’Brien is the only chairman from the local delegation.
East High event aims to spread awareness, stop bullying
Students gather around a table to decorate shirts with anti-bullying statements during an event at East High School Thursday afternoon.
AROUND THE NFL Thursday’s news & notes
Witten leaving MNF to return to the Cowboys FRISCO, TEXAS Jason Witten said the hardest thing
Ex-Trump insiders handicap the presidential sweepstakes in 2020
Opinion: It only lasted about 10 minutes, but the interview I conducted earlier this week with Corey
Canfield Community Briefs
Cleveland rent-to-own expert set to headline Youngstown’s MVREIA March meeting Cleveland rent-to-
Canfield Band Parents serve up pasta dinner
The Canfield Band Parents’ annual Pasta Dinner and Chinese auction offered guests both dinner and band performances at the high school cafeteria on Feb. 23.
Austintown Community Briefs
Friendly Squares March square dance The Friendly Squares will host their monthly square dance on
Executives shuffled at GM
Staff report DETROIT General Motors Co. announced Thursday that Alan S. Batey, executive vice
CLUB CALENDAR
associations American Association of University Women Youngstown Branch will meet from 10 a.m. to
Cohen increases cooperation in bid to stem prison sentence
NEW YORK With prison looming, Michael Cohen now says he’s in “constant contact” with federal
Emergency foes close in on needed Senate votes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate opponents of President Donald Trump’s declaration of a
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 1
Today is Friday, March 1, the 60th day of 2019. There are 305 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Harper, Phillies reach record $330M deal
It took a long time and a lot of money, but the Philadelphia Phillies finally landed Bryce Harper with a record contract.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v YSU Dance Ensemble, 7:30 p.m.: The student ensemble presents its
newsmakers
newsmakers Publicist: Luke Perry hospitalized and ‘under observation’ LOS ANGELES “Riverdale”
nuclear Summit Collapse shines light on Trump’s style of diplomacy
Breakdown also raises concerns about future efforts Associated Press HANOI, Vietnam President
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1969 will celebrate its 50-year class reunion Aug. 30 through
Trump accepts Kim’s ‘word’ he had no role in Warmbier death
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Thursday he takes North Korean leader
House passes measure on gun control
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Democratic-controlled House on Wednesday approved a measure
Hyundai, Kia recall over 500K vehicles as fire risk spreads
Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than a half million vehicles in the U.S. due to new problems that can cause engine fires
Israeli AG suggests charges for prime minister
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s attorney general on Thursday recommended criminal charges
Jimmie Allen reflects the new country music world
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Country singer Jimmie Allen likes to tell
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate had an up-and-down first
Family escapes fire
Family escapes fire NILES A family of nine escaped a 6:35 a.m. fire in the basement of a house
births
births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Kera Bentley and James Reed, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 27.
Orchestra contest for Trumbull students
Staff report WARREN The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra is seeking entries for its annual Art in
2019 annual Bishop’s Appeal announced this weekend
Bishop George V. Murry has set a goal of 100 percent participation by all Catholic households.
Number of Dem hopefuls grows
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons Democrats applying to be their party’s next presidential nominee
Fighting from inside
Associated Press One of the nation’s largest neo-Nazi groups appears to have an unlikely new
SpaceX debuts crew capsule
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. SpaceX closes in on human spaceflight with this weekend’s
Amazon, wrestling with counterfeits, seeks to crack down
Amazon creates new tools to combat counterfeits, a problem that has been growing as the company introduces more third-party sellers
Cincinnati area reports progress against deaths from overdoses
Associated Press CINCINNATI Authorities say anti-overdose efforts are making progress in the
Ohio House speaker open to idea of more revenue for roads
Ohio House speaker open to idea of more revenue for roads COLUMBUS Ohio’s House speaker has
Boardman Park hosts Father Daughter Dance
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Dads and daughters from all over Ohio travelled to Boardman
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDEND CLOSE CHANGE Alcoa Inc., 29.50‚àí1.47 Aqua
Abuse of migrant children must not be ignored by US
Editorial: The aftershocks of the Donald J. Trump administration’s ill-conceived and inhumane family
The Mackovicks honored for 50th anniversary
BOARDMAN Robert and Amelia Mackovick of Boardman recently celebrated their 50th anniversary during
Lindsay Eddingfield | Eric Davis
COLUMBUS Lindsay Eddingfield of Powell and Eric Davis of Dublin were united in marriage at 2:30
Youngstown Foundation grant gets Hopewell closer to being handicapped accessible
The Youngstown Foundation recently awarded $20,000 toward the Hopewell Theatre’s goal of becoming
Canfield library hosts line dance class
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Canfield library hosted a Learn to Line Dance class on
Poland Community Briefs
Cleveland rent-to-own expert set to headline Youngstown’s MVREIA March meeting Cleveland rent-to-
National speaker addresses Austintown teachers
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown school district brought nationally renowned
Feb. 20
Feb. 20 Arrest: Authorities in the 20 block of Boardman-Canfield Road picked up John C. Lucci, 32,
Holy Family students inducted into Beta Club
Twenty-four Holy Family students from sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade were inducted into the
Poland Sports Briefs
Girls varsity basketball beats Crestwood The Poland Seminary High School girls varsity basketball
CLS hosts Cardinal Chili Cook-off
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Committee to Support Canfield Schools hosted its third
Senior basketball players and cheerleaders honored
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com Senior members of the Canfield High School boys basketball
Jennifer Jablonski | Jason Vinkler
youngstown Jennifer Jablonski and Jason Vinkler were united in marriage at 1 p.m. June 23, 2018,
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys varsity basketball beats Austintown The boys varsity basketball team beat Austintown Fitch
Austintown Sports Briefs
Boys varsity basketball beats Youngstown East The Falcons boys varsity basketball team beat
Teacher teams up with West Branch for distance learning project
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Kindergarten teacher Daniel Kibby teamed up with West
Metro Mutts teams up with Canine Campus
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Members of the Metro Mutts group at Mill Creek Park
CHS has signing ceremony for eight students
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com Canfield High School hosted a signing ceremony to recognize
Beeghly Oaks celebrates married couples for Valentine’s Day
Boardman’s Beeghly Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Healing hosted it’s first Cupids Corner event on Feb. 20.
Library hosts Science Cafe: CRISPR
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Canfield library hosted Science Cafe:CRISPR on Feb.
Boardman Community Briefs
Friend to present on WWII experience Howard “Howdy” Friend, a World War II veteran and member of
Austintown band hosts annual Spaghetti Dinner
The Austintown Band Parents Association hosted its annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser on Feb. 23.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news It’s time for spring athletics and Neighbors wants to be there
Miss Mulholland, Mr. Corbett plan summer wedding
CANFIELD Robert and Nancy Mulholland of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Library welcomes chocoholics to Chocolate Cake Day
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com A group of self-proclaimed chocoholics attended Chocolate
Library hosts Slime Time for Tweens
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Canfield library hosted Slime Time for Tweens on Jan. 26.
High school students volunteer for monthly mentorship program
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman High School students visited local elementary
Creating creative canvases with Art with Andrea event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted its monthly Art with Andrea
St. Christine’s students compete in Geography Bee
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Students at St. Christine’s Catholic School competed in the
PSHS students perform winter band concert
Poland Seminary High School students performed in the annual winter band concert on Feb. 21 at the school’s auditorium.
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