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Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms right wing Chase Gresock (19) hooks Madison Capitols defenseman Sam Malinski during the first period on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre.  The Phantoms lost 4-1.

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms right wing Chase …

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms right wing Chase Gresock (19) hooks Madison Capitols defenseman Sam Malinski during the first period on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre. The Phantoms lost 4-1.


Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Shelby Slanina, 3 of Boardman, waves to the crowd during the Star Wars parade of characters during the first intermission at the Youngstown Phantoms game on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre.  Shelby was dressed as Rey from the movie series. The Phantoms lost 4-1.

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Shelby Slanina, 3 of Boardman, …

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Shelby Slanina, 3 of Boardman, waves to the crowd during the Star Wars parade of characters during the first intermission at the Youngstown Phantoms game on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 …


Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms center Matthew Barry (26) makes a shot on goal during the second period against the Madison Capitols on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre.  The Phantoms lost 4-1.

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms center Matthew Barry …

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms center Matthew Barry (26) makes a shot on goal during the second period against the Madison Capitols on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre. The Phantoms …


Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms left wing Dalton Hunter (17) skates the puck into the offensive zone against the Madison Capitols during the third period on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre.  The Phantoms lost 4-1.

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms left wing Dalton …

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms left wing Dalton Hunter (17) skates the puck into the offensive zone against the Madison Capitols during the third period on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli …


Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms center Matthew Barry (26) reaches for the puck during the first period against the Madison Capitols on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre.  The Phantoms lost 4-1.

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms center Matthew Barry …

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms center Matthew Barry (26) reaches for the puck during the first period against the Madison Capitols on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre. The Phantoms lost …


Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms left wing Matthew Thomson (27) skates the puck toward the net against the Madison Capitols during the first period on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre.  The Phantoms lost 4-1.

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms left wing Matthew …

Scott R. Galvin | The Vindicator.Youngstown Phantoms left wing Matthew Thomson (27) skates the puck toward the net against the Madison Capitols during the first period on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at the Covelli Centre. …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Brady White fight to secure the ball away from Springfield's Evan Ohlin during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Brady …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Brady White fight to secure the ball away from Springfield's Evan Ohlin during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Shane Eynon shows his frustration after being called for a offensive foul during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR..Springfield's Drew Clark pictured.

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Shane Eynon …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Shane Eynon shows his frustration after being called for a offensive foul during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon Anderson drives on Springfield's Shane Eynon during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon Anderson drives on Springfield's Shane Eynon during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Clay Medvec secures the basketball while colliding with South Range's Brennan Troy during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Clay Medvec …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Clay Medvec secures the basketball while colliding with South Range's Brennan Troy during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Evan Ohlin looks to pass while being pressured by South Range's Brady White during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Evan Ohlin …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Evan Ohlin looks to pass while being pressured by South Range's Brady White during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Clay Medvec secures the basketball while colliding with South Range's Brennan Troy during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Clay Medvec …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's Clay Medvec secures the basketball while colliding with South Range's Brennan Troy during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Brennan Toy goes to the basket over Springfield's Evan Ohlin during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Brennan …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Brennan Toy goes to the basket over Springfield's Evan Ohlin during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's John Ritter grabs a rebound away from South Range's Chris Brooks and Brady White during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's John Ritter …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: Springfield's John Ritter grabs a rebound away from South Range's Chris Brooks and Brady White during the first half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon Anderson looks to pass while driving on Springfield's Evan Ohlin during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon Anderson looks to pass while driving on Springfield's Evan Ohlin during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID …


NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon Anderson dribbles away from Springfield's Drew Clark after a steal during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon …

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO - DECEMBER 29, 2017: South Range's Jaxon Anderson dribbles away from Springfield's Drew Clark after a steal during the second half of their game on Friday night at Springfield High School. DAVID …


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Dylan Beany(21) shoots around Boardman's Shay Eicher(20) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Dylan Beany(21) shoots around …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Dylan Beany(21) shoots around Boardman's Shay Eicher(20) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) shoots past Fitch's Blake Baker(3) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) shoots past …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) shoots past Fitch's Blake Baker(3) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Boardman's  Dom Stilliano(33) drives around Fitch;sCole Constance(5) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Dom Stilliano(33) drives around …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Dom Stilliano(33) drives around Fitch;sCole Constance(5) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boarman's Derrick Anderson(10) drives aroundFitch's Blake Baker(3)) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boarman's Derrick Anderson(10) drives aroundFitch's …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boarman's Derrick Anderson(10) drives aroundFitch's Blake Baker(3)) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch'sBlake Baker(3) is hemmed in by Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) and Ryan Archey(2)during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch'sBlake Baker(3) is hemmed in …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch'sBlake Baker(3) is hemmed in by Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) and Ryan Archey(2)during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch'sEmanuel Dawkins(11) drives around Boardman's Che Trevena(21) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch'sEmanuel Dawkins(11) drives around Boardman's …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch'sEmanuel Dawkins(11) drives around Boardman's Che Trevena(21) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Randy Smith(0) drives around Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Randy Smith(0) drives around …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Randy Smith(0) drives around Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) keeps the ball from Fitch's Randy Smith(0) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) keeps the …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(5) keeps the ball from Fitch's Randy Smith(0) during 12-29-17 action at Fitch.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Students at Austintown Intermediate School celebrated the holidays with a winter room party in all classrooms throughout the school. Pictured, Ms. Noel's students play a ring toss game.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Students at Austintown Intermediate School celebrated the …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Students at Austintown Intermediate School celebrated the holidays with a winter room party in all classrooms throughout the school. Pictured, Ms. Noel's students play a ring toss game.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Canfield librarian Renee Beverly created the DIY Dog Toy event last year. She did the event this year at the Canfield and Austintown libraries. She organizes dog-related events for the Canfield library.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Canfield librarian Renee Beverly created the DIY …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Canfield librarian Renee Beverly created the DIY Dog Toy event last year. She did the event this year at the Canfield and Austintown libraries. She organizes dog-related events for the Canfield library.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Librarian Mallory Wiand put on a slideshow of dogs that are up for adoption from local animal shelters. The dog toys they made at the event were dontaed to local animal shelters.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Librarian Mallory Wiand put on a slideshow …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Librarian Mallory Wiand put on a slideshow of dogs that are up for adoption from local animal shelters. The dog toys they made at the event were dontaed to local animal shelters.


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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.A C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade student browsed the book fair with her grandmother during the school’s annual Grandparents Day on Nov. 15.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.A C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade student …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.A C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade student browsed the book fair with her grandmother during the school’s annual Grandparents Day on Nov. 15.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mad Science came to Union Elementary to teach science while giving a fun performance. The "mad scientists" Lee Snider, pictured left in lab coat, and Marcia Dilling, pictured right in lab coat, had the students balance a beach ball using a leaf blower.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mad Science came to Union Elementary to …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mad Science came to Union Elementary to teach science while giving a fun performance. The "mad scientists" Lee Snider, pictured left in lab coat, and Marcia Dilling, pictured right in lab coat, …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Marcia Dilling and Lee Snider made a steam that tasted like soda using dry ice. Pictured, Dilling gave the children a taste of their soda steam.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Marcia Dilling and Lee Snider made a …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Marcia Dilling and Lee Snider made a steam that tasted like soda using dry ice. Pictured, Dilling gave the children a taste of their soda steam.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The students met in the gymnasium to paint their projects. Splash of Elegance provided the school with the ceramics for their event.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The students met in the gymnasium to …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The students met in the gymnasium to paint their projects. Splash of Elegance provided the school with the ceramics for their event.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Students at Poland Dobbins Elementary painted ceramic figures to give to their family for Christmas. Every child in the school participated in the event.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Students at Poland Dobbins Elementary painted ceramic …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Students at Poland Dobbins Elementary painted ceramic figures to give to their family for Christmas. Every child in the school participated in the event.


Neighbors | Zack Shviely.The winter classroom parties at Austintown Intermediate School on Dec. 22 featured games, crafts and snacks. Pictured, Ben Melendez attempted to pin the carrot on the snowman.

Neighbors | Zack Shviely.The winter classroom parties at Austintown Intermediate …

Neighbors | Zack Shviely.The winter classroom parties at Austintown Intermediate School on Dec. 22 featured games, crafts and snacks. Pictured, Ben Melendez attempted to pin the carrot on the snowman.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The classes made their crafts after playing their games. Pictured, Mr. Ritter's fifth grade class made snow globes during their winter classroom party.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The classes made their crafts after playing …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The classes made their crafts after playing their games. Pictured, Mr. Ritter's fifth grade class made snow globes during their winter classroom party.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The PTA organized the winter room parties to give the students a fun day before break. Pictured, students in Ms. Hutchinson's class wrapped each other in toilet paper.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The PTA organized the winter room parties …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The PTA organized the winter room parties to give the students a fun day before break. Pictured, students in Ms. Hutchinson's class wrapped each other in toilet paper.


Neighbors | Submitted .Bob and Dorothy Hurd reenacted the parts of American Revolutionary historical figures Lieutenant Jeremiah Greenman and his wife Mary Eddy Greenman at the Salute to Veterans event put on by the Sons of the American Revolution on Nov. 11. Lieutenant Greenman served in the Continental Army from 1775-1783. Bob and Dorothy Hurd are part of the Living History Program.

Neighbors | Submitted .Bob and Dorothy Hurd reenacted the parts …

Neighbors | Submitted .Bob and Dorothy Hurd reenacted the parts of American Revolutionary historical figures Lieutenant Jeremiah Greenman and his wife Mary Eddy Greenman at the Salute to Veterans event put on by the Sons …


Neighbors | Submitted .Celebratong the 12th anniversary of the Victoria House Assisted Living in Austintown are Danielle Russo, Executive Director. Olga Pabst, (resident, 10 years) Helen Rutkousky (resident, 11 years).

Neighbors | Submitted .Celebratong the 12th anniversary of the Victoria …

Neighbors | Submitted .Celebratong the 12th anniversary of the Victoria House Assisted Living in Austintown are Danielle Russo, Executive Director. Olga Pabst, (resident, 10 years) Helen Rutkousky (resident, 11 years).


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-graders performed a Veterans Day themed program during the school’s annual Grandparents Day on Nov. 15.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-graders performed a …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-graders performed a Veterans Day themed program during the school’s annual Grandparents Day on Nov. 15.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mallory Wiand and Renee Beverly invited All About the Pawz to the library for the DIY Dog Toy event at Austintown library. Pictured are Angie Westhead and a dog named Janey.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mallory Wiand and Renee Beverly invited All …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mallory Wiand and Renee Beverly invited All About the Pawz to the library for the DIY Dog Toy event at Austintown library. Pictured are Angie Westhead and a dog named Janey.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The people crafting the dog toys took the strips of cloth, tied them in a knot on one end and then braided them together.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The people crafting the dog toys took …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The people crafting the dog toys took the strips of cloth, tied them in a knot on one end and then braided them together.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The parents stayed in the classrooms and helped with the games, crafts and snacks for the Austintown Intermediate winter room parties. Pictured, Ms. Henin's group of students played a trivia game.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The parents stayed in the classrooms and …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The parents stayed in the classrooms and helped with the games, crafts and snacks for the Austintown Intermediate winter room parties. Pictured, Ms. Henin's group of students played a trivia game.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Marcia Dilling created a reaction using dry ice, which resulted in a bubbles. Dilling, under her mad scientist name "Dr. M," tossed the bubbles to the students.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Marcia Dilling created a reaction using dry …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Marcia Dilling created a reaction using dry ice, which resulted in a bubbles. Dilling, under her mad scientist name "Dr. M," tossed the bubbles to the students.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Stadium Drive Elementary had a sing along for the holidays on Dec. 21 before going on break. Pictured, Joel Monaco led the sing along while playing his guitar.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Stadium Drive Elementary had a sing along …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Stadium Drive Elementary had a sing along for the holidays on Dec. 21 before going on break. Pictured, Joel Monaco led the sing along while playing his guitar.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.After the sing along, Santa visited the classrooms at Stadium Elementary. The classrooms held parties organized by the school's PTA. Pictured, Ms. Socie's classroom celebrated the holidays with Santa.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.After the sing along, Santa visited the …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.After the sing along, Santa visited the classrooms at Stadium Elementary. The classrooms held parties organized by the school's PTA. Pictured, Ms. Socie's classroom celebrated the holidays with Santa.


Neighbors | Submitted.Dr. Michelle Anania was awarded an honorary plaque from Ed Hassay, President of the Diabetes Partnership of the Mahoning Valley, for her dedication and support.

Neighbors | Submitted.Dr. Michelle Anania was awarded an honorary plaque …

Neighbors | Submitted.Dr. Michelle Anania was awarded an honorary plaque from Ed Hassay, President of the Diabetes Partnership of the Mahoning Valley, for her dedication and support.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Michele Prokop helped Joel Monaco with the sing along by singing and operating the slide presentation on the projector which had the  lyrics to the holiday songs Monaco sang.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Michele Prokop helped Joel Monaco with the …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Michele Prokop helped Joel Monaco with the sing along by singing and operating the slide presentation on the projector which had the lyrics to the holiday songs Monaco sang.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Joel Monaco sang Christmas songs with the students of Stadium Elementary. He used his guitar to add interesting qualities to the song, such as playing with the tempo of "Feliz Navidad."

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Joel Monaco sang Christmas songs with the …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Joel Monaco sang Christmas songs with the students of Stadium Elementary. He used his guitar to add interesting qualities to the song, such as playing with the tempo of "Feliz Navidad."


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Joel Monaco, along with Michele Prokop, sang Christmas tunes at Stadium Elementary. Pictured, principal Michael Zoccali, near center, joined the students in the holiday cheer.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Joel Monaco, along with Michele Prokop, sang …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Joel Monaco, along with Michele Prokop, sang Christmas tunes at Stadium Elementary. Pictured, principal Michael Zoccali, near center, joined the students in the holiday cheer.


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students donned sombreros during the singing of “The Pinata Song” at the school’s annual Holidays Around the World program on Dec. 19.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students donned sombreros …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students donned sombreros during the singing of “The Pinata Song” at the school’s annual Holidays Around the World program on Dec. 19.


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Santa and Mrs. Claus made an appearance during Hilltop Elementary School’s second-grade Holidays Around the World program on Dec. 19.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Santa and Mrs. Claus made an appearance …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Santa and Mrs. Claus made an appearance during Hilltop Elementary School’s second-grade Holidays Around the World program on Dec. 19.


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade student Nicky Paul Davis invited his grandmother, Nana, to the school’s annual Grandparents Day where they enjoyed doing an art project together on Nov. 15.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade student Nicky …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade student Nicky Paul Davis invited his grandmother, Nana, to the school’s annual Grandparents Day where they enjoyed doing an art project together on Nov. 15.


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Jake Grdic, a member of the eighth-grade boys basketball team, was met by boys varsity Head Coach Todd Muckleroy as he was introduced during the Meet the Team Rally at Canfield High School on Nov. 16.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Jake Grdic, a member of the eighth-grade …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Jake Grdic, a member of the eighth-grade boys basketball team, was met by boys varsity Head Coach Todd Muckleroy as he was introduced during the Meet the Team Rally at Canfield High …


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Canfield seventh-grade girls basketball team was introduced at the annual Meet the Team Rally at Canfield High School on Nov. 16.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Canfield seventh-grade girls basketball team was …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Canfield seventh-grade girls basketball team was introduced at the annual Meet the Team Rally at Canfield High School on Nov. 16.


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Canfield High School boys varsity Head Coach Todd Muckleroy greeted a member of the boys varsity team as both the boys and girls varsity teams were introduced during the Meet the Team Rally on Nov. 16.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Canfield High School boys varsity Head Coach …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Canfield High School boys varsity Head Coach Todd Muckleroy greeted a member of the boys varsity team as both the boys and girls varsity teams were introduced during the Meet the Team …


Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students performed the school’s annual Holidays Around the World program under the direction of Hilltop music director Stephanie Summers on Dec. 19.

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students performed the …

Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students performed the school’s annual Holidays Around the World program under the direction of Hilltop music director Stephanie Summers on Dec. 19.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mad Science's "Fire and Ice" assembly centered around some experiments using fire and many using dry ice. Pictured, Union Elementary first and second graders react to a chemical reaction combining dry ice and a tube of liquid. The reaction, dubbed the "rainbow reaction," changed the colors of the liquid in the container.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mad Science's "Fire and Ice" assembly centered …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Mad Science's "Fire and Ice" assembly centered around some experiments using fire and many using dry ice. Pictured, Union Elementary first and second graders react to a chemical reaction combining dry ice …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Steed and the families sang "The Wheels on the Bus" during the ASL Baby Brilliant event. They sang multiple songs, had a story time and play time, like other Baby Brilliant events throughout the PLYMC; however, they also learned a little ASL during the lesson as well.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Steed and the families sang "The Wheels …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Steed and the families sang "The Wheels on the Bus" during the ASL Baby Brilliant event. They sang multiple songs, had a story time and play time, like other Baby Brilliant events …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Steed brought out shakers for a song called "Shake Your Shakers," a song in the tune of "The London Bridge Is Falling Down." The children had directions to shake the shakers by different parts of their body, such as their nose, as pictured.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Steed brought out shakers for a song …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Steed brought out shakers for a song called "Shake Your Shakers," a song in the tune of "The London Bridge Is Falling Down." The children had directions to shake the shakers by …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Poland librarian Karen Steed used a teddy bear to help her teach American Sign Language during the library's "ASL Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books and Signs, Oh My!" event on Nov. 29.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Poland librarian Karen Steed used a teddy …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Poland librarian Karen Steed used a teddy bear to help her teach American Sign Language during the library's "ASL Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books and Signs, Oh My!" event on …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The fourth grade had done the project in the past, but this year principal Michael Daley expanded the project to all studnets at Dobbins Elementary. Pictured are from left, fourth grade students Aidyn Vranches, Julia Snyder, Jacob O'Bruba and Anthony Richmond.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The fourth grade had done the project …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The fourth grade had done the project in the past, but this year principal Michael Daley expanded the project to all studnets at Dobbins Elementary. Pictured are from left, fourth grade students …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The children played at the end of the Baby Brilliant event at the Poland library. The library holds an ASL Baby Brilliant event every month, as well as many other Baby Brilliant events.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The children played at the end of …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The children played at the end of the Baby Brilliant event at the Poland library. The library holds an ASL Baby Brilliant event every month, as well as many other Baby Brilliant …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Lee Snider, under the mad scientist name "Lightning Lee," pressed a metal screwdriver against a block of dry ice, creating a screeching noise.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Lee Snider, under the mad scientist name …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Lee Snider, under the mad scientist name "Lightning Lee," pressed a metal screwdriver against a block of dry ice, creating a screeching noise.


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Sue Holub had her high school art students come over to Dobbins to help with the ceramics project. Holub said that she and principal Michael Daley began working at PSHS before he became principal of Dobbins. She said they can reach out to each other with anything they need.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Sue Holub had her high school art …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Sue Holub had her high school art students come over to Dobbins to help with the ceramics project. Holub said that she and principal Michael Daley began working at PSHS before he …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.Art students from the high school came to Dobbins Elementary to help the young students with their projects. THey helped the students get their supplies and place their projects in the designated areas.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Art students from the high school came …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.Art students from the high school came to Dobbins Elementary to help the young students with their projects. THey helped the students get their supplies and place their projects in the designated …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The group at the ASL Baby Brilliant event sang songs, such as "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" and "If You're Happy and You Know It." The parents and grandparents lifted their children up and down during "The Noble Duke of York."

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The group at the ASL Baby Brilliant …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The group at the ASL Baby Brilliant event sang songs, such as "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" and "If You're Happy and You Know It." The parents and grandparents lifted their children up …


Neighbors | Submitted .On Nov. 11, the Mahoning Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution met at the Manor in Austintown to swear in two new members and hand out awards. Pictured are Shawn A. Cox, Scott M. Davis and Adam S. Davis. .

Neighbors | Submitted .On Nov. 11, the Mahoning Chapter of …

Neighbors | Submitted .On Nov. 11, the Mahoning Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution met at the Manor in Austintown to swear in two new members and hand out awards. Pictured are Shawn …


Neighbors | Zack Shively.The Austintown library hosted a "DIY Dog Toy" event on Nov. 15 where people crafted a dog toy made from strips of cloth. Pictured, from left, librarians Mallory Wiand and Renee Beverly demonstrate how they made the strips of cloth.

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The Austintown library hosted a "DIY Dog …

Neighbors | Zack Shively.The Austintown library hosted a "DIY Dog Toy" event on Nov. 15 where people crafted a dog toy made from strips of cloth. Pictured, from left, librarians Mallory Wiand and Renee Beverly …


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The Auxiliary to the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Youngstown 213, recently donated $1,000 to Julie Dulay of the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Care Center of Youngstown. Dulay says the funds are to be used for those less fortunate in the Valley who do not have health insurance. The auxiliary’s theme is “People Helping People.” For information about the organization, visit foe.com. Above, from left, are Cindy Long, auxiliary president; Dulay; and Joanie Mountford, secretary.

The Auxiliary to the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Youngstown 213, …

The Auxiliary to the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Youngstown 213, recently donated $1,000 to Julie Dulay of the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Care Center of Youngstown. Dulay says the funds are to be used for those …


The Trumbull County Republican Party celebrated the holidays Dec. 16 with a Christmas party at Dilucia’s Banquet Center in Warren. Attendees filled a truck with donated personal care items and clothing to be delivered to the long-term care facility at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center. Those in attendance above, front row, from left, are Judge Thomas Campbell; Judge Colleen O’Toole; Chris DePizzo; Congressman Bill Johnson; Martha Yoder; Congressman Dave Joyce; Lakeview School Board member Mary Williams; and Kevin Wyndham, Trumbull County GOP chairman. Back row, from left, are Matt Lynch; Judge Mary DeGenaro; Arno Hill, Lordstown mayor; Liberty School Board member Scott Davis; Mike Gibbons; and State Board of Education member Sarah Fowler.

The Trumbull County Republican Party celebrated the holidays Dec. 16 …

The Trumbull County Republican Party celebrated the holidays Dec. 16 with a Christmas party at Dilucia’s Banquet Center in Warren. Attendees filled a truck with donated personal care items and clothing to be delivered to …