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Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Jonathan Coleman (center) maintains possession of the ball between Team Fire's Corey Manofsky (left) and Lucas Kuzma in the first half of Friday night's Guns vs. Hoses charity basketball game at Howland High School.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Jonathan Coleman (center) maintains possession of the ball between Team Fire's Corey Manofsky (left) and Lucas Kuzma in the first half of Friday …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Patrolman Marcus Coonce of Team Police (right) looks to the basket past Team Fire's Kevin Bloom in the first half of Friday night's Guns vs. Hoses charity basketball game held at Howland High School.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Patrolman Marcus Coonce of Team Police (right) looks to the basket past Team Fire's Kevin Bloom in the first half of Friday night's Guns vs. …


William d Lewis The vindicator  JM's Eric Ostrowski(7) throws to first as Branden Nagy(13) ducks. Out at first is SR's Anthony Ritter(9) during 1rst inning of 4-22 game.

William d Lewis The vindicator JM's Eric Ostrowski(7) throws to …

William d Lewis The vindicator JM's Eric Ostrowski(7) throws to first as Branden Nagy(13) ducks. Out at first is SR's Anthony Ritter(9) during 1rst inning of 4-22 game.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU's Gerrard Rohan watches his hit up the middle as he sprints to first in the third inning of Friday's game against Wright State in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU's Gerrard Rohan watches his hit up the middle as he sprints to first in the third inning of Friday's game against Wright State in …


William d Lewis the vindicator  SR pitcher Kelly Keenan(3) delivers during 4-22-16 win over Jackson Milton.

William d Lewis the vindicator SR pitcher Kelly Keenan(3) delivers …

William d Lewis the vindicator SR pitcher Kelly Keenan(3) delivers during 4-22-16 win over Jackson Milton.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Patrolman Jonathan Coleman (center) dives for a loose ball as a host of Team Fire and Team Police players trail from behind in the first half of Friday night's charity basketball game at Howland High School.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Patrolman Jonathan Coleman (center) dives for a loose ball as a host of Team Fire and Team Police players trail from behind in …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Fire captain Kevin Bloom (right) high fives teammates during pregame announcements of the Guns vs. Hoses game at Howland High School Friday night.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Fire captain Kevin Bloom (right) high fives teammates during pregame announcements of the Guns vs. Hoses game at Howland High School Friday night.


William D Lewis The Vindicator  SR's Travis Baxter(8) rounds third headed to home to score in  1rst inning of 4-22-16  win ov3r JAckson Miltopn.

William D Lewis The Vindicator SR's Travis Baxter(8) rounds third …

William D Lewis The Vindicator SR's Travis Baxter(8) rounds third headed to home to score in 1rst inning of 4-22-16 win ov3r JAckson Miltopn.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU first baseman Gerrad Rohan looks to catch a throw from the mound as Wright State's Ryan Fucci dives safely into the bag Friday afternoon in Niles.

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Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU first baseman Gerrad Rohan looks to catch a throw from the mound as Wright State's Ryan Fucci dives safely into the bag Friday afternoon …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU pitcher Jesse Slinger (right) has a meeting at the mound with catcher Jonny Miller in the second inning of Friday's game in Niles.

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Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU pitcher Jesse Slinger (right) has a meeting at the mound with catcher Jonny Miller in the second inning of Friday's game in Niles.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Patrolman Mark Klaholz (right) celebrates with Bryan Butto after a basket in the first half of Friday's Guns vs. Hoses basketball game in Howland.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Patrolman Mark Klaholz (right) celebrates with Bryan Butto after a basket in the first half of Friday's Guns vs. Hoses basketball game in …


William d Lewis The Vindicator  SR's Travis Baxter(8) steals 2nd as Jackson Milton's Branden Nagy(13 tries to make the tag during 4-22-16 game at JM.

William d Lewis The Vindicator SR's Travis Baxter(8) steals 2nd …

William d Lewis The Vindicator SR's Travis Baxter(8) steals 2nd as Jackson Milton's Branden Nagy(13 tries to make the tag during 4-22-16 game at JM.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - After defeating Youngstown State University, 7-3, in game one of a double header, Wright State University first baseman Gabe Snyder (right) celebrates with third baseman John Brodner Friday afternoon at Eastwood Field in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - After defeating Youngstown State University, 7-3, in game one of a double header, Wright State University first baseman Gabe Snyder (right) celebrates with third baseman …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU second baseman Billy Salem makes a throw to first in the third inning of Friday's game in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU second baseman Billy Salem makes a throw to first in the third inning of Friday's game in Niles.


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU first baseman Gerrard Rohan (31) catches the ball in time to force out Wright State batter Mitch Roman (4) in the eighth inning of Friday's game in Niles.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - YSU first baseman Gerrard Rohan (31) catches the ball in time to force out Wright State batter Mitch Roman (4) in the eighth inning of …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Patrolman Mark Klaholz attempts a shot under the defensive efforts of Team Fire's Lucas Kuzma in the first half of Friday's Guns vs. Hoses charity basketball game held at Howland High School. Funds raised at the event went toward football stadium renovations.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - Team Police's Patrolman Mark Klaholz attempts a shot under the defensive efforts of Team Fire's Lucas Kuzma in the first half of Friday's Guns vs. …


William d Lewis the Vindicator Jackson Milton's Clayton Maskarinec(22) waits for the throw as SR'sJared Bajerski(18) gets back to first duirng a pick off attempt during 4-22-16 game at JM.

William d Lewis the Vindicator Jackson Milton's Clayton Maskarinec(22) waits …

William d Lewis the Vindicator Jackson Milton's Clayton Maskarinec(22) waits for the throw as SR'sJared Bajerski(18) gets back to first duirng a pick off attempt during 4-22-16 game at JM.


William d Lewis the Vindicator  Jackson Milton's Eric Ostrowski (chk spelling)(7) is out at 2nd as SR's Brandon Youngs(27)  makes the throw to first for a double play ending the second inning during 4-22-16 game at Jackson Milton. SR won 7-3.

William d Lewis the Vindicator Jackson Milton's Eric Ostrowski (chk …

William d Lewis the Vindicator Jackson Milton's Eric Ostrowski (chk spelling)(7) is out at 2nd as SR's Brandon Youngs(27) makes the throw to first for a double play ending the second inning during 4-22-16 game …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - University of Michigan tailback De'Veon Smith calls a technical foul against Team Police in the second half of Friday night's Guns vs. Hoses charity basketball game held at Howland High School.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - University of Michigan tailback De'Veon Smith calls a technical foul against Team Police in the second half of Friday night's Guns vs. Hoses charity basketball …


Jeff Lange | The Vindicator  FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - University of Michigan tailback De'Veon Smith (center) shares a laugh with Howland football coach Dominic Melendez (left) and his wife Trissa during Friday night's Guns vs. Hoses charity basketball game held at Howland High School.

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - …

Jeff Lange | The Vindicator FRI, APRIL 22, 2016 - University of Michigan tailback De'Veon Smith (center) shares a laugh with Howland football coach Dominic Melendez (left) and his wife Trissa during Friday night's Guns …


William D Lewis the Vindicator  Cancer survivor Audrey McKnight, right, and her daughter Mary Noble participate in the YSU Relay for Life 4-16-16. They are from Struthers.

William D Lewis the Vindicator Cancer survivor Audrey McKnight, right, …

William D Lewis the Vindicator Cancer survivor Audrey McKnight, right, and her daughter Mary Noble participate in the YSU Relay for Life 4-16-16. They are from Struthers.


William D Lewis the Vindicator YSU students from left:dam Seidler of Girard, Jennifer Miller of McDonald and Samantha Mock of Hubbard participate in YSU Relay For Life 4-25-26.

William D Lewis the Vindicator YSU students from left:dam Seidler …

William D Lewis the Vindicator YSU students from left:dam Seidler of Girard, Jennifer Miller of McDonald and Samantha Mock of Hubbard participate in YSU Relay For Life 4-25-26.


William D Lewis the Vindicator Louie Muche,68, a cancer survivor for 32 years shares a moment with his grandson Louie Muche, 4, during YSU Relay for Life 4-15-16. They are from McDonald.

William D Lewis the Vindicator Louie Muche,68, a cancer survivor …

William D Lewis the Vindicator Louie Muche,68, a cancer survivor for 32 years shares a moment with his grandson Louie Muche, 4, during YSU Relay for Life 4-15-16. They are from McDonald.


William D Lewis the Vindicator Cancer survivors and isters Helen Emery, left, of Bristol and Violet Stinedurf of Howland walk in the YSU Relay for Life 4-15-16 at YSU.

William D Lewis the Vindicator Cancer survivors and isters Helen …

William D Lewis the Vindicator Cancer survivors and isters Helen Emery, left, of Bristol and Violet Stinedurf of Howland walk in the YSU Relay for Life 4-15-16 at YSU.


William D Lewis the Vindicator Louie Muche,68, a cancer survivor for 32 years shares a moment with his grandson Louie Muche, 4, during YSU Relay for Life 4-15-16. They are from McDonald.

William D Lewis the Vindicator Louie Muche,68, a cancer survivor …

William D Lewis the Vindicator Louie Muche,68, a cancer survivor for 32 years shares a moment with his grandson Louie Muche, 4, during YSU Relay for Life 4-15-16. They are from McDonald.


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Members at the April meeting of the Junior League of Youngstown joined in planning the seventh annual Kentucky Derby party. From left, they are Deb Hartig, Paige Rassega, Paula Gilliam, Danielle Surko, Kristen Miller, Lauren McNally, Sara Wenger, Kim Urig, Heather Elder, Maggie Matune, Pam Nock, Beth Drennen, Cheryl McArthur, Laura Rumble, Anna Masi, Cathy Campana, Jennifer Soloman, Kelly Kiraly, Susan Stewart, Kera Simmons and Tara Mady.

Members at the April meeting of the Junior League of …

Members at the April meeting of the Junior League of Youngstown joined in planning the seventh annual Kentucky Derby party. From left, they are Deb Hartig, Paige Rassega, Paula Gilliam, Danielle Surko, Kristen Miller, Lauren …


Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fajack

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fajack

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fajack


Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fulton Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fulton Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fulton Jr.


SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR | Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary, 1859 Depot Road, Salem, is sponsoring a raffle for a Cub Cadet riding mower with a retail value of $1,499. Tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100 and may be purchased at Alchemy Acres. The deadline to purchase tickets is April 30. For details, call 330-332-4897. All proceeds will benefit the animals at the sanctuary. Showing off the mower are Steve Sacco and Romeo.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR | Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary, 1859 …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR | Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary, 1859 Depot Road, Salem, is sponsoring a raffle for a Cub Cadet riding mower with a retail value of $1,499. Tickets are $20 each or 6 …


SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR | Medina Valentin, a junior studying visual design and imaging at Mahoning County Career & Technical Center in Canfield, is paying it forward by organizing a charity art show to benefit the Potential Development School for children with autism. The art show will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. today at MCCTC. For information, contact Medina at valentin_medina@student.mahoningctc.com or Jodi Harmon at Potential Development at 330-746-7641. Above are examples of items that will be available for purchase.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR | Medina Valentin, a junior studying …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR | Medina Valentin, a junior studying visual design and imaging at Mahoning County Career & Technical Center in Canfield, is paying it forward by organizing a charity art show to benefit …


Michelle Saraniti and Michael Lepro

Michelle Saraniti and Michael Lepro

Michelle Saraniti and Michael Lepro


Ebony D. Liptrot and Emmanuel Simpson Sr.

Ebony D. Liptrot and Emmanuel Simpson Sr.

Ebony D. Liptrot and Emmanuel Simpson Sr.


Joshua J. Upright and Amanda R. Johnson

Joshua J. Upright and Amanda R. Johnson

Joshua J. Upright and Amanda R. Johnson


Bryant Wilson and Jennifer Parker

Bryant Wilson and Jennifer Parker

Bryant Wilson and Jennifer Parker


Dr. John J. Stefancin and Candace M. Barak

Dr. John J. Stefancin and Candace M. Barak

Dr. John J. Stefancin and Candace M. Barak


SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR
The Springfield Township Optimist Club hosted the Zone Oratorical contest recently at Zion Lutheran Church. Six contestants competed. The Brookfield Optimist Club sponsored Alexandra Olek and Moataz Rasoul, with Johnna Blystone and Cooper Smith being sponsored by the Austintown club, Keila Cortes for the Hubbard chapter and Jillian Gady representing the Springfield club. Above from left are Optimist Club Lt. Gov. Jim Hoffman; winners Rasoul, Olek and Smith; and Rob McAndrew, president of the Springfield group. The winners will move on to district finals set for Saturday in Brunswick, Ohio.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The Springfield Township Optimist Club hosted …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The Springfield Township Optimist Club hosted the Zone Oratorical contest recently at Zion Lutheran Church. Six contestants competed. The Brookfield Optimist Club sponsored Alexandra Olek and Moataz Rasoul, with Johnna Blystone …