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Dylan Shapiro, 5, holds a cup of grape juice, which is part of the order of the Seder. The ritual meal, which took place for Akiva Academy students, involves drinking four cups of grape juice or wine, which symbolize four of God’s promises of freedom to the Jewish people. Wine is a symbol of joy.

Dylan Shapiro, 5, holds a cup of grape juice, which …

Dylan Shapiro, 5, holds a cup of grape juice, which is part of the order of the Seder. The ritual meal, which took place for Akiva Academy students, involves drinking four cups of grape juice …


Students of Akiva Academy in Youngstown and teachers and family members gather for a model Seder 2at the Jewish Community Center. Susan Schonberger led the ritual meal for Passover.

Students of Akiva Academy in Youngstown and teachers and family …

Students of Akiva Academy in Youngstown and teachers and family members gather for a model Seder 2at the Jewish Community Center. Susan Schonberger led the ritual meal for Passover.


Caleb is on the verge of crawling.

Caleb is on the verge of crawling.

Caleb is on the verge of crawling.


Caleb Machel is not too certain about the camera pointed his way, but his mother, Ashley Machel of Struthers, is all smiles. Caleb, nearly 8 months, appears to be fully recovered from lifesaving open-heart surgery performed when he was 6 days old.

Caleb Machel is not too certain about the camera pointed …

Caleb Machel is not too certain about the camera pointed his way, but his mother, Ashley Machel of Struthers, is all smiles. Caleb, nearly 8 months, appears to be fully recovered from lifesaving open-heart surgery …


Ozzie O'Neal

Ozzie O'Neal

Ozzie O'Neal


The Vindicator: Adriana Trigiani, a New York Times best-selling author, signed copies of her newest book, “Very Valentine,” on Feb. 18 during a fundraiser for the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. Hosted by Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and Fusillo Catering, the event raised $8,157 for the library. Delighted to receive a check for the proceeds are, from left, Deborah Liptak, library development director; Lou Fusillo of Fusillo Catering and committee co-chairman; Monsignor Michael Cariglio of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church; Dominic Vechiarelli, committee member (whose name appears in the book); and Beth Vechiarelli-Cooper, committee chairman.

The Vindicator: Adriana Trigiani, a New York Times best-selling author, …

The Vindicator: Adriana Trigiani, a New York Times best-selling author, signed copies of her newest book, “Very Valentine,” on Feb. 18 during a fundraiser for the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. Hosted by …


The Vindicator: Niles Historical Society will host a dinner at 6 p.m. April 27 at Ciminero’s, 123 Main St., Niles. Society members displaying tickets to be sold for the event are, from left, Frank Burke, assistant treasurer; Fremont Camerino, president; and Patty Nelson, vice president. Tickets are $20 and available from any society member or by calling the museum at (330) 544-2143. Reservations are required by April 21. In conjunction with the dinner, Sarah Webster, director of East Liverpool Museum of Ceramics, will present a program on “Hidden Beauties: The Art Pottery of East Liverpool” and show examples of wares by individual potters and decorators.

The Vindicator: Niles Historical Society will host a dinner at …

The Vindicator: Niles Historical Society will host a dinner at 6 p.m. April 27 at Ciminero’s, 123 Main St., Niles. Society members displaying tickets to be sold for the event are, from left, Frank Burke, …


David A. Bacha and Casey M. Dick

David A. Bacha and Casey M. Dick

David A. Bacha and Casey M. Dick


Justin R. Princehorn and Michele M. Mrosko

Justin R. Princehorn and Michele M. Mrosko

Justin R. Princehorn and Michele M. Mrosko