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Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Patty McSuley carves out Christmas trees in a wood carving class  at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors at the center.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Patty McSuley carves out Christmas trees …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Patty McSuley carves out Christmas trees in a wood carving class at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog that spends his days …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Mr. Fluffy, an 11-month-old Leonberger puppy frequently visits seniors at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-month-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors at the center.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Mr. Fluffy, an 11-month-old Leonberger puppy …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Mr. Fluffy, an 11-month-old Leonberger puppy frequently visits seniors at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-month-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Keith Klingaman of Liberty TWP takes a break from wood carving to pet Mr. Fluffy at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors at the center.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Keith Klingaman of Liberty TWP takes …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Keith Klingaman of Liberty TWP takes a break from wood carving to pet Mr. Fluffy at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Darrell Hassler of Austintown attempts to keep Mr. Fluffy out of his wood carving tool box at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors at the center.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Darrell Hassler of Austintown attempts to …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Darrell Hassler of Austintown attempts to keep Mr. Fluffy out of his wood carving tool box at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Five years after Sam Messina helped in the process of closing down Westinghouse Electric Corporation in Sharon, PA he was still working in an office to sort out issues between former employees and the company. Shown here are slips of paper his secretary kept for him showing the mass volume of missed phone calls over that time.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Five years after Sam Messina helped …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Five years after Sam Messina helped in the process of closing down Westinghouse Electric Corporation in Sharon, PA he was still working in an office to sort out issues between former …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Alice and Kenneth Kopp of Struthers enjoy a dinner at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Alice and Kenneth Kopp of Struthers …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Alice and Kenneth Kopp of Struthers enjoy a dinner at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Students at Struthers Middle School's Show Choir (L-R) Kolton Blough 13, Andrew Lucas 13, Joseph Lucente 13, and MAggie Lucarelli 13 sing songs at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Students at Struthers Middle School's Show …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Students at Struthers Middle School's Show Choir (L-R) Kolton Blough 13, Andrew Lucas 13, Joseph Lucente 13, and MAggie Lucarelli 13 sing songs at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at Westinghouse Electric Corporation was one of the last to leave the plant when it was shut down in 1985. He still receives phone calls regarding pension checks and such from former employees. Here, he poses for a photo in his Sharon, PA home on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at Westinghouse Electric Corporation was one of the last to leave the plant when it was shut down in 1985. He still receives phone calls regarding …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Members of the Struthers High School Show Choir dance and sing Christmas themed songs at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Members of the Struthers High School …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Members of the Struthers High School Show Choir dance and sing Christmas themed songs at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.A woman cuts off edges of a calendar bookmark that she and several others have made for veterans  at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors at the center.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.A woman cuts off edges of …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.A woman cuts off edges of a calendar bookmark that she and several others have made for veterans at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at Westinghouse Electric Corporation was one of the last to leave the plant when it was shut down in 1985. He still receives phone calls regarding pension checks and such from former employees. Here, he poses for a photo in his Sharon, PA home on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at Westinghouse Electric Corporation was one of the last to leave the plant when it was shut down in 1985. He still receives phone calls regarding …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Christopher Noble 10, a fourth-grader at Struthers Elementary School serves food to Carrie Ramos of Struthers at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Christopher Noble 10, a fourth-grader at …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Christopher Noble 10, a fourth-grader at Struthers Elementary School serves food to Carrie Ramos of Struthers at the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at Westinghouse Electric Corporation was one of the last to leave the plant when it was shut down in 1985. He still receives phone calls regarding pension checks and such from former employees. Here, he holds a binder containing the third phase of an EPA evaluation in Sharon, PA home on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Sam Messina, former human-resource director at Westinghouse Electric Corporation was one of the last to leave the plant when it was shut down in 1985. He still receives phone calls regarding …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.A letter from Mr. Hutchinson thanking Sam Messina for all of his hard work with the Westinghouse Electric Corp. and also thanking him for securing a $150,000 grant for the foundation years ago.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.A letter from Mr. Hutchinson thanking …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.A letter from Mr. Hutchinson thanking Sam Messina for all of his hard work with the Westinghouse Electric Corp. and also thanking him for securing a $150,000 grant for the foundation …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Santa pats Laurie Wade of Youngstown on the back and greets her as Isaiah Christian 6, also of Youngstown, looks up at him during the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High School on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Santa pats Laurie Wade of Youngstown …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Santa pats Laurie Wade of Youngstown on the back and greets her as Isaiah Christian 6, also of Youngstown, looks up at him during the senior citizens dinner at Struthers High …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Judy Hack of Austintown on left and Linda Rembowski of Austintown make calendar book marks for veterans  at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old Leonberger dog that spends his days visiting seniors at the center.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Judy Hack of Austintown on left …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Judy Hack of Austintown on left and Linda Rembowski of Austintown make calendar book marks for veterans at the Austintown Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.Mr. Fluffy is an 12-week-old …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, answers questions about Pope Francis during First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, answers questions about Pope Francis during First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to members of the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to members of the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon at …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, answers questions about Pope Francis during First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, answers questions about Pope Francis during First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center …


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Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, answers questions from the crowd about Pope Francis during Thursday's First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, answers questions from the crowd about Pope Francis during Thursday's First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown luncheon …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaks to the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown about Pope Francis, Thursday afternoon during the group's …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, smiles as he talks about the pope's 'rockstar persona' during Thursday afternoon's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center in Boardman.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator John Allen, associate editor of Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, smiles as he talks about the pope's 'rockstar persona' during Thursday afternoon's luncheon at Antone's Banquet Center …


Montell Cohill, 10, of Youngstown tries on coats with his mom Sonia at the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "It was much needed," Sonia Cohill said. "I appreciate the help."

Montell Cohill, 10, of Youngstown tries on coats with his …

Montell Cohill, 10, of Youngstown tries on coats with his mom Sonia at the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "It was much needed," Sonia Cohill said. "I appreciate the help."


Cierra Craven, 8, of Youngstown, picks out her coat with the help of her mom Melissa, left, and Gary Reel, right, of the Austintown Rotary Club at the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "Kids get so excited when they have a choice of colors," Reel said. "It's a great experience."

Cierra Craven, 8, of Youngstown, picks out her coat with …

Cierra Craven, 8, of Youngstown, picks out her coat with the help of her mom Melissa, left, and Gary Reel, right, of the Austintown Rotary Club at the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. …


Celeste Lisko of the Boardman Rotary Club helps Nykiya Wright, 4, pick out a coat from the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "It's great watching the little kids getting their new coats," Lisko said.

Celeste Lisko of the Boardman Rotary Club helps Nykiya Wright, …

Celeste Lisko of the Boardman Rotary Club helps Nykiya Wright, 4, pick out a coat from the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "It's great watching the little kids getting their new coats," Lisko …


Deputy Art Thompson and Devonte' Clay, 12, of Youngstown look through the sports clothes during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6. "Let me show you what you're supposed to wear," Thompson said referring to the Cowboys hat. "A real man wears Steelers," replied Clay.

Deputy Art Thompson and Devonte' Clay, 12, of Youngstown look …

Deputy Art Thompson and Devonte' Clay, 12, of Youngstown look through the sports clothes during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6. "Let me show you what you're supposed to wear," …


Deputy Olinik helps Larry Smith, 10, right, and Joshua Colvin, 10, left, of Youngstown shop during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6. "Honor roll, attendance and great behavior is how they got selected," Deputy Olinik said.

Deputy Olinik helps Larry Smith, 10, right, and Joshua Colvin, …

Deputy Olinik helps Larry Smith, 10, right, and Joshua Colvin, 10, left, of Youngstown shop during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6. "Honor roll, attendance and great behavior is how …


Officer Malik Mostella takes a picture with Malik Rowe, 10, center, and Anthony Harrison, 11, right, of Youngstown during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6.

Officer Malik Mostella takes a picture with Malik Rowe, 10, …

Officer Malik Mostella takes a picture with Malik Rowe, 10, center, and Anthony Harrison, 11, right, of Youngstown during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6.


Alyson Mitchum, 9, of Youngstown and Officer Medveck search the toy aisle during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6. Mitchum said she was looking for How To Train Your Dragon and Skylander toys for her brother.

Alyson Mitchum, 9, of Youngstown and Officer Medveck search the …

Alyson Mitchum, 9, of Youngstown and Officer Medveck search the toy aisle during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6. Mitchum said she was looking for How To Train Your Dragon …


Officer Malik Mostella helps Malik Rowe, 10, of Youngstown find a pair of gloves during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6.

Officer Malik Mostella helps Malik Rowe, 10, of Youngstown find …

Officer Malik Mostella helps Malik Rowe, 10, of Youngstown find a pair of gloves during Shop with a Cop at Kmart in Boardman on Dec. 6.


Sam Boak, President of the Canfield Rotary Club, helps brothers Arthur, 9, left, and Ernest Croom, 11, right, pick out a coat from the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "It's fabulous for the Mahoning Valley," Boak said. "It's great the rotary clubs step up to the plate."

Sam Boak, President of the Canfield Rotary Club, helps brothers …

Sam Boak, President of the Canfield Rotary Club, helps brothers Arthur, 9, left, and Ernest Croom, 11, right, pick out a coat from the Salvation Army in Youngstown on Dec. 6. "It's fabulous for the …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Tom and Paula Nasci of Liberty try out lotions and smell soaps at the Herbs for Healthful Living which is a business based out of Saegertown, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014 at the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Tom and Paula Nasci of Liberty …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Tom and Paula Nasci of Liberty try out lotions and smell soaps at the Herbs for Healthful Living which is a business based out of Saegertown, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Dec. 6, …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Many artists and specialty vendors displayed their work and sold pieces like this egg art which is a hollowed out ostrich egg and is made by Alcraft Egg Artistry, LLC which is based in Brookfield, Ohio at the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Many artists and specialty vendors displayed …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Many artists and specialty vendors displayed their work and sold pieces like this egg art which is a hollowed out ostrich egg and is made by Alcraft Egg Artistry, LLC which …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Ken Suich and Colleen George of Akron pick out candles at the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Ken Suich and Colleen George of …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Ken Suich and Colleen George of Akron pick out candles at the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, …


Diana Lynn Craig of Hubbard works on a micro macrame bracelet at her Bead Artistry display during the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.

Diana Lynn Craig of Hubbard works on a micro macrame …

Diana Lynn Craig of Hubbard works on a micro macrame bracelet at her Bead Artistry display during the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Blown glass christmas ornaments hang from fishing wire at   the the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Blown glass christmas ornaments hang from …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Blown glass christmas ornaments hang from fishing wire at the the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. …


Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Mosiac artwork hangs on a wall during the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Mosiac artwork hangs on a wall …

Katie Rickman | The Vindicator.Mosiac artwork hangs on a wall during the 44th Annual American Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and Sale at The Butler Institute of American Art on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  Caleb Miklas (14) of Mercer, PA plays a Christmas tune with a little help from Snoopy and Woodstock during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert in Niles. Caleb came to the event with his father George Miklas. Together they won best decorated baritones.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Caleb Miklas (14) of Mercer, …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Caleb Miklas (14) of Mercer, PA plays a Christmas tune with a little help from Snoopy and Woodstock during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert in Niles. Caleb came to the event with …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  Bob Barnett of Salem plays Christmas music with the band of tubas and baritones, Saturday afternoon at the Eastwood Expo Center as part of the annual Tubachristmas.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Bob Barnett of Salem plays …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Bob Barnett of Salem plays Christmas music with the band of tubas and baritones, Saturday afternoon at the Eastwood Expo Center as part of the annual Tubachristmas.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  YSU tuba professor Brian Kaiser plays Christmas tunes with the group of tubas during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert held at the Eastwood Expo Center in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator YSU tuba professor Brian Kaiser …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator YSU tuba professor Brian Kaiser plays Christmas tunes with the group of tubas during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert held at the Eastwood Expo Center in Niles.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  Resident of North Brimfield, Wendy Rose plays her baritone which she decorated with purple snowflakes and lights during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Resident of North Brimfield, Wendy …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Resident of North Brimfield, Wendy Rose plays her baritone which she decorated with purple snowflakes and lights during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert in Niles.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  Howland senior Jonathan Bennett plays his sousaphone during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Howland senior Jonathan Bennett plays …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Howland senior Jonathan Bennett plays his sousaphone during Saturday's Tubachristmas concert in Niles.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  Elizabeth John, art and music teacher at St. Joseph the Provider in Youngstown, smiles as her boyfriend Stephen Orlando, assistant band director at Girard High School, proposes after a performance by a tuba quartet, Saturday afternoon at the Eastwood Expo Center. Elizabeth and Stephen first met four years ago at the Tubachristmas concert.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Elizabeth John, art and music …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator Elizabeth John, art and music teacher at St. Joseph the Provider in Youngstown, smiles as her boyfriend Stephen Orlando, assistant band director at Girard High School, proposes after a performance …