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The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and appreciation to the leaders, both in the public and private sectors, who, a century ago, demonstrated vision and resolve to complete this courthouse amid economic uncertainty,Ó said William Lawson, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society..Lawson was speaking at a Friday ceremony, during which hundreds of people gathered on all floors of the courthouse rotunda to mark the centennial of the March 6, 1911, opening of the building..

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how …

The observation that history repeats itself is illustrated by how events and circumstances have come full circle in the century since the Mahoning County Courthouse was built and opened..ÒWe owe a debt of gratitude and …


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Participating in an awards ceremony during a recent meeting of Argus Lodge 545 were, from left, John Martin, Greg Anstrom, Robert Chambers, Bill Britton, Carmen Pompeii and Richard Percic.

Participating in an awards ceremony during a recent meeting of …

Participating in an awards ceremony during a recent meeting of Argus Lodge 545 were, from left, John Martin, Greg Anstrom, Robert Chambers, Bill Britton, Carmen Pompeii and Richard Percic.


Ross L. Morrone and Stephanie R. Pridon

Ross L. Morrone and Stephanie R. Pridon

Ross L. Morrone and Stephanie R. Pridon


Lance Gross and Kristie Culp

Lance Gross and Kristie Culp

Lance Gross and Kristie Culp


Melany Nobbs and Brian Suchora

Melany Nobbs and Brian Suchora

Melany Nobbs and Brian Suchora


Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dice

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dice

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dice


Joe Schiavoni and Margaret Potts

Joe Schiavoni and Margaret Potts

Joe Schiavoni and Margaret Potts


Michael Narducci and Mimi Karsh

Michael Narducci and Mimi Karsh

Michael Narducci and Mimi Karsh


Nicole Henrich and Tod Lavanty

Nicole Henrich and Tod Lavanty

Nicole Henrich and Tod Lavanty


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Dan Houck and Meghan Witmer

Dan Houck and Meghan Witmer

Dan Houck and Meghan Witmer


Isabella LaMont, 2, daughter of Ronda and Keith LaMont of Lowellville, plays princess dress-up with her dog Gotti. Photo submitted by Cindy Perry of Lowellville.

Isabella LaMont, 2, daughter of Ronda and Keith LaMont of …

Isabella LaMont, 2, daughter of Ronda and Keith LaMont of Lowellville, plays princess dress-up with her dog Gotti. Photo submitted by Cindy Perry of Lowellville.


Tony and Jason Gonzalez of Hubbard take a break from playing with Kimmy, who has watched over them since they were babies.

Tony and Jason Gonzalez of Hubbard take a break from …

Tony and Jason Gonzalez of Hubbard take a break from playing with Kimmy, who has watched over them since they were babies.


Hailing from Poland are buddies Hannah Lavelle, left, Minhy Man and Christian Compton.

Hailing from Poland are buddies Hannah Lavelle, left, Minhy Man …

Hailing from Poland are buddies Hannah Lavelle, left, Minhy Man and Christian Compton.


Nihera Antelman, 15, plays with Rascall Flatts during a visit with her grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. She is the daughter of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass. Her sister, Natiya, 18, took the picture, and her aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it.

Nihera Antelman, 15, plays with Rascall Flatts during a visit …

Nihera Antelman, 15, plays with Rascall Flatts during a visit with her grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. She is the daughter of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass. Her sister, Natiya, 18, took the …


Nihera Antelman, 15, holds Rascal Flatts, and her brother Asael, 9, holds Saty Sue. They were visiting their grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August when their sister Natiya, 18, took this picture. They are the children of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass. Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, their aunt, submitted the photo.

Nihera Antelman, 15, holds Rascal Flatts, and her brother Asael, …

Nihera Antelman, 15, holds Rascal Flatts, and her brother Asael, 9, holds Saty Sue. They were visiting their grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August when their sister Natiya, 18, took this picture. They are …


Veronica Cionni hangs out with Robby, a retired Boardman police dog who has been her best friend since she was born. She is the daughter of Brian and Krissie Cionni of Poland.

Veronica Cionni hangs out with Robby, a retired Boardman police …

Veronica Cionni hangs out with Robby, a retired Boardman police dog who has been her best friend since she was born. She is the daughter of Brian and Krissie Cionni of Poland.


You know they're definitely going to get a colorful story out of this one! Here are Bam Bam and Fallon James, son of Ryan and Ashley James of Westlake, Ohio. Grandparents are Randy Horvath and Joanne James, both of North Jackson; and great-grandparents are Bob and Evelyn Horvath of Austintown and Tom and Marge Rochford of North Lima.

You know they're definitely going to get a colorful story …

You know they're definitely going to get a colorful story out of this one! Here are Bam Bam and Fallon James, son of Ryan and Ashley James of Westlake, Ohio. Grandparents are Randy Horvath and …


Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with …

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.


5-year-old Yashar Antelman is playing with Rascal Flatts while visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took this picture, and his aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it. He is the son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass.

5-year-old Yashar Antelman is playing with Rascal Flatts while visiting …

5-year-old Yashar Antelman is playing with Rascal Flatts while visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took this picture, and his aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it. He …


AJ Holtzman, 2 1/2 years old, likes to take his dog Nino along for car rides. And Nino likes to ride on AJ's lap! His parents are Allen and Melinda Holtzman of Charlotte, N.C., formerly of Poland.

AJ Holtzman, 2 1/2 years old, likes to take his …

AJ Holtzman, 2 1/2 years old, likes to take his dog Nino along for car rides. And Nino likes to ride on AJ's lap! His parents are Allen and Melinda Holtzman of Charlotte, N.C., formerly …


Best friends often share clothes, right? Here are best friends Madalyn Trell, 9, and Reggie Trell, who is 1. Photo sent in by Mike Trell.

Best friends often share clothes, right? Here are best friends …

Best friends often share clothes, right? Here are best friends Madalyn Trell, 9, and Reggie Trell, who is 1. Photo sent in by Mike Trell.


Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with …

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.


The Antelman siblings, Nihera, 15, Asael, 9, and Yashar, 5, are showering lots of attention on Rascal Flatts. Their sister Natiya, 18, took this picture while their family was visiting their grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, their aunt, submitted the photo.

The Antelman siblings, Nihera, 15, Asael, 9, and Yashar, 5, …

The Antelman siblings, Nihera, 15, Asael, 9, and Yashar, 5, are showering lots of attention on Rascal Flatts. Their sister Natiya, 18, took this picture while their family was visiting their grandmother, Nancy Kausits of …


Nuhal Antelman,11-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was playing with Rascal Flatts when his sister Natiya, 18, took this picture. He and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, his aunt, submitted the photo.

Nuhal Antelman,11-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was …

Nuhal Antelman,11-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was playing with Rascal Flatts when his sister Natiya, 18, took this picture. He and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last …


5-year-old Yashar Antelman is playing with Rascal Flatts while visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took this picture, and his aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it. He is the son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass.

5-year-old Yashar Antelman is playing with Rascal Flatts while visiting …

5-year-old Yashar Antelman is playing with Rascal Flatts while visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took this picture, and his aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it. He …


Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with …

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.


Asael Antelman, 9-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was playing with Saty Sue when he and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took this picture, and his aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it.

Asael Antelman, 9-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., …

Asael Antelman, 9-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was playing with Saty Sue when he and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took …


Asael Antelman, 9-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was playing with Babe when his sister Natiya, 18, took this picture. He and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, his aunt, submitted the photo.

Asael Antelman, 9-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., …

Asael Antelman, 9-year-old son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass., was playing with Babe when his sister Natiya, 18, took this picture. He and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last …


Grace Katherine, daughter of Bethany Paulin of New Middletown, proudly shows off her bunny, Alice.

Grace Katherine, daughter of Bethany Paulin of New Middletown, proudly …

Grace Katherine, daughter of Bethany Paulin of New Middletown, proudly shows off her bunny, Alice.


Tony and Jason Gonzalez of Hubbard take a break from playing with Kimmy, who has watched over them since they were babies.

Tony and Jason Gonzalez of Hubbard take a break from …

Tony and Jason Gonzalez of Hubbard take a break from playing with Kimmy, who has watched over them since they were babies.


Giving her kitty, Bella Butt my Darling, a little help with her smile is Grace Katherine, daughter of Bethany Paulin of New Middletown.

Giving her kitty, Bella Butt my Darling, a little help …

Giving her kitty, Bella Butt my Darling, a little help with her smile is Grace Katherine, daughter of Bethany Paulin of New Middletown.


Eight-week-old Samuel James Jackson relaxes with the family dog, Moose. Parents are Sam and Lisa Jackson of Poland, who submitted the photo.

Eight-week-old Samuel James Jackson relaxes with the family dog, Moose. …

Eight-week-old Samuel James Jackson relaxes with the family dog, Moose. Parents are Sam and Lisa Jackson of Poland, who submitted the photo.


Who says Dobermans are mean? This was taken 20 years ago by Betty Estes of Girard, whose two sons, Rick and Tony Estes, are getting kissed by their dog, Tara. Betty also submitted the photo.

Who says Dobermans are mean? This was taken 20 years …

Who says Dobermans are mean? This was taken 20 years ago by Betty Estes of Girard, whose two sons, Rick and Tony Estes, are getting kissed by their dog, Tara. Betty also submitted the photo.


Hailing from Poland are buddies Hannah Lavelle, left, Minhy Man and Christian Compton.

Hailing from Poland are buddies Hannah Lavelle, left, Minhy Man …

Hailing from Poland are buddies Hannah Lavelle, left, Minhy Man and Christian Compton.


Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with …

Jimmy Putko, 19 months, loves hanging out or playing with Jack! He is the son of Jim and Casey Putko of Boardman.


Brelyn Bower of Austintown relaxes with her dog Trinity. They're both 5 1/2 years old. Brelyn is the daughter of Brandon and Jackie Bower, who sent in the photo.

Brelyn Bower of Austintown relaxes with her dog Trinity. They're …

Brelyn Bower of Austintown relaxes with her dog Trinity. They're both 5 1/2 years old. Brelyn is the daughter of Brandon and Jackie Bower, who sent in the photo.


Jacob Turk of Hermitage, Pa., plays with Hershey, a 2-year-old Chocolate Labrador at Linden Point. Hershey loves to catch the snowballs that Jacob throws for her. Hershey is owned by Emilia Clune of Hermitage, who sent in the photo.

Jacob Turk of Hermitage, Pa., plays with Hershey, a 2-year-old …

Jacob Turk of Hermitage, Pa., plays with Hershey, a 2-year-old Chocolate Labrador at Linden Point. Hershey loves to catch the snowballs that Jacob throws for her. Hershey is owned by Emilia Clune of Hermitage, who …


Elaine Eickhoff of Youngstown submitted this photo.

Elaine Eickhoff of Youngstown submitted this photo.

Elaine Eickhoff of Youngstown submitted this photo.


It looks like Nuhal Antelman, 11, is trying to get Rascal Flatts to jump through hoops, doesn't it? He is the son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass. He and his family were visiting his grandmother, Nancy Kausits of Youngstown, last August. His sister Natiya, 18, took the picture, and his aunt, Autumn Kausits of Youngstown, submitted it.

It looks like Nuhal Antelman, 11, is trying to get …

It looks like Nuhal Antelman, 11, is trying to get Rascal Flatts to jump through hoops, doesn't it? He is the son of Barbara Kausits of Brighton, Mass. He and his family were visiting his …


Sierra Banks, 13, of Columbus, Ohio, shows nothing but love for Koda, his Labrador. Photo taken and submitted by Sierra's grandma, Lenore Banks of Boardman.

Sierra Banks, 13, of Columbus, Ohio, shows nothing but love …

Sierra Banks, 13, of Columbus, Ohio, shows nothing but love for Koda, his Labrador. Photo taken and submitted by Sierra's grandma, Lenore Banks of Boardman.


Michalea and Bella Roberts of Bowie, Md., share a sweet moment. They are the granddaughter and "granddog" of Thomas and Joanne Roberts of Canfield.

Michalea and Bella Roberts of Bowie, Md., share a sweet …

Michalea and Bella Roberts of Bowie, Md., share a sweet moment. They are the granddaughter and "granddog" of Thomas and Joanne Roberts of Canfield.


It looks like Zackary Hull, 4, of Poland and Jobe are about to take a cat nap!

It looks like Zackary Hull, 4, of Poland and Jobe …

It looks like Zackary Hull, 4, of Poland and Jobe are about to take a cat nap!


Karen Hum sent in this photo of her niece Jayli Wilt. She had told Jayli while they were outside playing in the snow not to throw the snowballs at her because Karen had her camera. With two huge snowballs in her hands, Jayli then turned her attention to Karen's dog, Lucy.

Karen Hum sent in this photo of her niece Jayli …

Karen Hum sent in this photo of her niece Jayli Wilt. She had told Jayli while they were outside playing in the snow not to throw the snowballs at her because Karen had her camera. …


Alexa Marco, 13, relaxes on the floor with her Australian Shepherd, Angus. They live in Boardman. Photo taken and submitted by Alexa's mom, Paula.

Alexa Marco, 13, relaxes on the floor with her Australian …

Alexa Marco, 13, relaxes on the floor with her Australian Shepherd, Angus. They live in Boardman. Photo taken and submitted by Alexa's mom, Paula.


Samuel Pacora, son of Sam and Sherri Pacora of Girard, has a seat with Jazz while visiting his Jackie Cannatti in Poland, who is Samuel's aunt.

Samuel Pacora, son of Sam and Sherri Pacora of Girard, …

Samuel Pacora, son of Sam and Sherri Pacora of Girard, has a seat with Jazz while visiting his Jackie Cannatti in Poland, who is Samuel's aunt.


Do you think they see eye-to-eye on a lot of things? Samuel Pacora, son of Sam and Sherri Pacora of Girard, enjoys some unseasonably warm weather with Mel while visiting Jackie Cannatti in Poland, who is Samuel's aunt.

Do you think they see eye-to-eye on a lot of …

Do you think they see eye-to-eye on a lot of things? Samuel Pacora, son of Sam and Sherri Pacora of Girard, enjoys some unseasonably warm weather with Mel while visiting Jackie Cannatti in Poland, who …


Jimmy Lipjanic, 3, became immediate best friends with Diesel, his pet rescue dog from Animal Charity. Here they are, riding home to Boardman. Jimmy's parents are Jim and Candace Lipjanic, and Candace sent in the photo.

Jimmy Lipjanic, 3, became immediate best friends with Diesel, his …

Jimmy Lipjanic, 3, became immediate best friends with Diesel, his pet rescue dog from Animal Charity. Here they are, riding home to Boardman. Jimmy's parents are Jim and Candace Lipjanic, and Candace sent in the …


AJ Holtzman, 2 1/2 years old, likes to take his dog Nino along for car rides. And Nino likes to ride on AJ's lap! His parents are Allen and Melinda Holtzman of Charlotte, N.C., formerly of Poland.

AJ Holtzman, 2 1/2 years old, likes to take his …

AJ Holtzman, 2 1/2 years old, likes to take his dog Nino along for car rides. And Nino likes to ride on AJ's lap! His parents are Allen and Melinda Holtzman of Charlotte, N.C., formerly …


Michalea and Bella Roberts of Bowie, Md., enjoy some summer weather while relaxing in the pool. They are the granddaughter and "granddog" of Thomas and Joanne Roberts of Canfield.

Michalea and Bella Roberts of Bowie, Md., enjoy some summer …

Michalea and Bella Roberts of Bowie, Md., enjoy some summer weather while relaxing in the pool. They are the granddaughter and "granddog" of Thomas and Joanne Roberts of Canfield.


Dhani Romack and her best friend, Bella, get ready to take a nap. They're both from Youngstown.

Dhani Romack and her best friend, Bella, get ready to …

Dhani Romack and her best friend, Bella, get ready to take a nap. They're both from Youngstown.


Gordon Sonntog of East Liverpool is playing with Sadie, who belongs to his gandparents, Randall and Debra Sonntog of Wellsville. Gordon is 3 years old, and Sadie was 3 months old.

Gordon Sonntog of East Liverpool is playing with Sadie, who …

Gordon Sonntog of East Liverpool is playing with Sadie, who belongs to his gandparents, Randall and Debra Sonntog of Wellsville. Gordon is 3 years old, and Sadie was 3 months old.


Justin Bish, 3 1/2 years old, is trying to get his new puppy, Sparky, to face the camera so his grandma, Pam Filo of Hubbard, can snap the picture.

Justin Bish, 3 1/2 years old, is trying to get …

Justin Bish, 3 1/2 years old, is trying to get his new puppy, Sparky, to face the camera so his grandma, Pam Filo of Hubbard, can snap the picture.


Gina Lariccia of Poland sent in this photo of her two greyhounds who were waiting for a warmer day to come along so they could go outside.

Gina Lariccia of Poland sent in this photo of her …

Gina Lariccia of Poland sent in this photo of her two greyhounds who were waiting for a warmer day to come along so they could go outside.


Lynnette Holland of Girard submitted this photo of her goldendoodle Jaxon, who is sharing his pool with his cousin Marissa Wilson.

Lynnette Holland of Girard submitted this photo of her goldendoodle …

Lynnette Holland of Girard submitted this photo of her goldendoodle Jaxon, who is sharing his pool with his cousin Marissa Wilson.


Finn O'Hara of Hubbard plays with Scout, a Labrador puppy.

Finn O'Hara of Hubbard plays with Scout, a Labrador puppy.

Finn O'Hara of Hubbard plays with Scout, a Labrador puppy.


Jaxon, a goldendoodle who belongs to Lynnette Holland of Girard, doesn't think he's too big to be a lap dog as he relaxes with his cousin Marissa Wilson. Photo submitted by Lynnette Holland.

Jaxon, a goldendoodle who belongs to Lynnette Holland of Girard, …

Jaxon, a goldendoodle who belongs to Lynnette Holland of Girard, doesn't think he's too big to be a lap dog as he relaxes with his cousin Marissa Wilson. Photo submitted by Lynnette Holland.


It looks as if Finn O'Hara of Hubbard and Scout, a Labrador puppy, are sharing a joke while they play.

It looks as if Finn O'Hara of Hubbard and Scout, …

It looks as if Finn O'Hara of Hubbard and Scout, a Labrador puppy, are sharing a joke while they play.


Finn O'Hara of Hubbard plays with Scout, a Labrador puppy.

Finn O'Hara of Hubbard plays with Scout, a Labrador puppy.

Finn O'Hara of Hubbard plays with Scout, a Labrador puppy.


Mary Rose Nordquist sent this picture of her grandson, A.J. Maloney, with his dog, (her "grandpuppy") Wembley, an English bulldog. A.J. was 18 months old when the photo was snapped by his mom, Jenn Maloney of Boardman.

Mary Rose Nordquist sent this picture of her grandson, A.J. …

Mary Rose Nordquist sent this picture of her grandson, A.J. Maloney, with his dog, (her "grandpuppy") Wembley, an English bulldog. A.J. was 18 months old when the photo was snapped by his mom, Jenn Maloney …