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William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Dylan Beany(21) shoots past Boardman's Holden Lipke(3) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

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

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Dylan Beany(21) shoots past Boardman's Holden Lipke(3) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Randy Smith(0) shoots past Boardman's Austin Barone(11)) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Randy Smith(0) shoots past …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Randy Smith(0) shoots past Boardman's Austin Barone(11)) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(4) goes for 2 past Fitch's Randy Smith(0) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(4) goes for …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Mike Melewski(4) goes for 2 past Fitch's Randy Smith(0) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Brandon Jackson(50) shoots over Boardman's Travis Koontz(5) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Brandon Jackson(50) shoots over …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Brandon Jackson(50) shoots over Boardman's Travis Koontz(5) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Boardman's Sebastian Heinonen(21) drives around Fitch's Larry HArrington (23) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Sebastian Heinonen(21) drives around …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman's Sebastian Heinonen(21) drives around Fitch's Larry HArrington (23) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman'sMike Melewski(4) is blocked by Fitch's Sebastian Heinonen(21) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman'sMike Melewski(4) is blocked by …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Boardman'sMike Melewski(4) is blocked by Fitch's Sebastian Heinonen(21) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Bosrdman's Che Trevena(32) drives around Fitch's Cole Klasic (14)during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Bosrdman's Che Trevena(32) drives around …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Bosrdman's Che Trevena(32) drives around Fitch's Cole Klasic (14)during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Emanuel Dawkins(11) shoots over Boardman's Sebastian Heinonen(21) and Holden Lipke(3) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Emanuel Dawkins(11) shoots over …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Emanuel Dawkins(11) shoots over Boardman's Sebastian Heinonen(21) and Holden Lipke(3) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Emanuel Dwkins(11) is covered by Boardman's Holden Lipke(3) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Emanuel Dwkins(11) is covered …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Emanuel Dwkins(11) is covered by Boardman's Holden Lipke(3) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


William D. Lewis The Vindicator  Fitch's Emanuel Dawkins(11) is hemmed in by Boardman's Mike Melewski(4) and John Ryan(1) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Emanuel Dawkins(11) is hemmed …

William D. Lewis The Vindicator Fitch's Emanuel Dawkins(11) is hemmed in by Boardman's Mike Melewski(4) and John Ryan(1) during 2/24/17 action at Fitch.


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Ty'Rese Williams #35 of Niles creates space from the pressure of Braden O'Shaughnessy #3 of Poland during the first half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Ty'Rese Williams #35 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Ty'Rese Williams #35 of Niles creates space from the pressure of Braden O'Shaughnessy #3 of Poland during the first half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland looks to pass the ball while being pressured by Corbin Foy #22 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland looks to pass the ball while being pressured by Corbin Foy #22 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland looks to pass the ball while being pressured by Corbin Foy #22 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland looks to pass the ball while being pressured by Corbin Foy #22 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Konnor Morse #14 of Poland drives to the basket while being pressured by Corbin Foy #22 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Konnor Morse #14 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Konnor Morse #14 of Poland drives to the basket while being pressured by Corbin Foy #22 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland flies through the air after preventing the ball from going out of bound during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland flies through the air after preventing the ball from going out of bound during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Braden O'Shaughnessy #3 of Poland drives on Trent Johnson #5 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Braden O'Shaughnessy #3 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Braden O'Shaughnessy #3 of Poland drives on Trent Johnson #5 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Cyler Kane-Johnson #4 of Niles looks to the basket while being pressured by Konnor Morse #14 of Poland during the first half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Cyler Kane-Johnson #4 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Cyler Kane-Johnson #4 of Niles looks to the basket while being pressured by Konnor Morse #14 of Poland during the first half of their game Friday night at Poland …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Saqwaan McGuire #23 of Niles goes to the basket while being pressured by Konnor Morse #14 of Poland during the first half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Saqwaan McGuire #23 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Saqwaan McGuire #23 of Niles goes to the basket while being pressured by Konnor Morse #14 of Poland during the first half of their game Friday night at Poland …


POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland goes to the basket while being pressured by Jasson Faison #3 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland High School. DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of …

POLAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24, 2017: Mike Diaz #2 of Poland goes to the basket while being pressured by Jasson Faison #3 of Niles during the second half of their game Friday night at Poland …


Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot by Force forward Jack Adams(15) during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot …

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot by Force forward Jack Adams(15) during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli …


Phantoms defenseman Alec Mahalak(11) winds up for a shot on goal during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms defenseman Alec Mahalak(11) winds up for a shot on …

Phantoms defenseman Alec Mahalak(11) winds up for a shot on goal during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The …


Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stands guard during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stands guard during the 1st period …

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stands guard during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos …


Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot …

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms …


Phantoms defenseman Steve Ruggiergo(28) looks to box out Force forward Jack Adams(15) during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms defenseman Steve Ruggiergo(28) looks to box out Force forward …

Phantoms defenseman Steve Ruggiergo(28) looks to box out Force forward Jack Adams(15) during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. …


Phantoms defenseman Steve Ruggiero(28) hits the puck along the boards to clear the puck from Phantoms territory during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms defenseman Steve Ruggiero(28) hits the puck along the boards …

Phantoms defenseman Steve Ruggiero(28) hits the puck along the boards to clear the puck from Phantoms territory during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at …


Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force forward Blake Lizotte(27)(left)  race towards a loose puck during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force forward Blake Lizotte(27)(left) race …

Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force forward Blake Lizotte(27)(left) race towards a loose puck during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre …


Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) watches players fight for the puck during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) watches players fight for the puck …

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) watches players fight for the puck during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms …


Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force defenseman Philip Alftberg(32) race towards a loose puck during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force defenseman Philip Alftberg(32) race …

Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force defenseman Philip Alftberg(32) race towards a loose puck during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre …


Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot …

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms …


Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force defenseman Philip Alftberg(32) race towards a loose puck during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force defenseman Philip Alftberg(32) race …

Phantoms forward Austin Pooley(12)(right) and Force defenseman Philip Alftberg(32) race towards a loose puck during the 2nd period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre …


Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms won 2-1 in OT...(Nikos Frazier | The Vindicator)..

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot …

Phantoms goalie Ivan Kulbakov(31) stretches out to block a shot during the 1st period as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. The Phantoms …


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The Gatto family adopted Berlin Station Road as part of the Berlin Township cleanup. They regularly pick up the litter. The family includes James Gatto and children Grayson, left, James, Gracie and Madison. His wife and their mother, Malissa Gatto, also participates. Denny Furman, Berlin Township trustee, recently organized the township cleanup with the Mahoning County Green Team.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The Gatto family adopted Berlin Station …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The Gatto family adopted Berlin Station Road as part of the Berlin Township cleanup. They regularly pick up the litter. The family includes James Gatto and children Grayson, left, James, Gracie …


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A hydroponic learning lab has been added to the Youngstown State University After School Program for elementary and middle school students in Campbell Local Schools. The hydroponics lab was developed by Lettuce Do Good to grow plants using water and red and blue LED lights. Amy Klingensmith, YSU site coordinator, attended a training session for managing and maintaining the lab at the Youngstown Business Incubator. She teaches students how to plant seeds, regulate pH levels and nutrients, the importance of lights and how to harvest the plants. Students are growing kale, lettuce, radishes, basil and chard. The first harvest is expected in six to eight weeks. The YSU After School Program has 40 first through fifth-grade students, five Campbell teachers and three YSU student activity leaders. Above, from left, are Klingensmith, Ella Polen, Deborah Fralin and Ariana Pasqual. Fourth- and fifth-grade students, below, are Jordan Gore, Diamond Sims, Joanys Bazquez, Natalie Cruz and Teyon Harris.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR A hydroponic learning lab has been …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR A hydroponic learning lab has been added to the Youngstown State University After School Program for elementary and middle school students in Campbell Local Schools. The hydroponics lab was developed by …


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Columbiana Chamber of Commerce donated $5,800 to the Restoration and Beautification Committee during the board of directors meeting in February. The donation will be used for the renovation of Firestone Park. A bench will be placed in the park to honor the chamber. From left, are Lisa Long and Chris Davis, chamber directors; Ginny Perkins, chamber president; Vaughn Musser, Restoration and Beautification Committee member; Deann Davis, Deb Salmen, chamber directors; Pat Tingle, committee member; Doug Nybell, chamber director; and Randy Hart, chamber treasurer.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Columbiana Chamber of Commerce donated $5,800 …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Columbiana Chamber of Commerce donated $5,800 to the Restoration and Beautification Committee during the board of directors meeting in February. The donation will be used for the renovation of Firestone Park. …


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Berlin Ellsworth Ruritan Club recently donated $3,500 to Western Reserve Music Boosters to purchase seven new band uniforms. Dwain VanAuker, left, secretary of the club, presented the check to Robert Bacha, band director, with Lee Fowler, Ruritan board member.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Berlin Ellsworth Ruritan Club recently donated …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Berlin Ellsworth Ruritan Club recently donated $3,500 to Western Reserve Music Boosters to purchase seven new band uniforms. Dwain VanAuker, left, secretary of the club, presented the check to Robert Bacha, …


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Members of Smith Corners United Methodist Church visited Austinwoods Care Center on Valentine’s Day for its fourth annual distribution of 150 stuffed bears to staff and residents. Visitors, from left, are Idabelle DeHoff, the Rev. Marilyn Coney, Margaret Yannucci, Sandie Reel, Rick Klacik, Rita Newbery, Terri Klacik and Gary Reel. Seated is Betty Quimby, church member and Austinwoods resident.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Members of Smith Corners United Methodist …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Members of Smith Corners United Methodist Church visited Austinwoods Care Center on Valentine’s Day for its fourth annual distribution of 150 stuffed bears to staff and residents. Visitors, from left, are …


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John Phillips and John Dalbec were sworn in as new members of the Mahoning Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution on Feb. 18. Present for the ceremony, from left, were Larry Perkins, chairman of Ohio Eastern District; Jonathan Guerrier, treasurer; Phillips and Dalbec; Phil Bracy, president; and Craig Campbell, registrar. The ceremony took place during the chapter’s President George Washington meeting at the Youngstown Country Club, and Perkins was the speaker. Sons of the American Revolution is a historical, educational and patriotic organization which seeks to maintain national institutions and values. Members of the organization are male descendants of those who served in the Revolutionary War or otherwise directly contributed to the nation’s independence. For information, email Bracy at pjbracy@outlook.com, or Campbell at cbcamp5@zoominternet.net.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR John Phillips and John Dalbec were …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR John Phillips and John Dalbec were sworn in as new members of the Mahoning Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution on Feb. 18. Present for the ceremony, from …


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The family of the late Edward W. Powers donated $1.4 million to the Youngstown Symphony Society Endowment Fund. It will advance music programs and education in the community, as well as fund a heating and cooling system upgrade for Powers Auditorium, where the symphony performs. Present for the donation, from left, were Myra Vitto, PNC Bank institutional client adviser; Florence Wang, chairman of the Youngstown Symphony Society board; Emily Powers; and Randall Craig Fleischer, music director of Youngstown Symphony Orchestra.

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The family of the late Edward …

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The family of the late Edward W. Powers donated $1.4 million to the Youngstown Symphony Society Endowment Fund. It will advance music programs and education in the community, as well as …


Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli stood with her freshly baked biscotti during her interview with WFMJ on Feb. 7 at the Commons at Greenbriar.

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli stood with her freshly baked …

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli stood with her freshly baked biscotti during her interview with WFMJ on Feb. 7 at the Commons at Greenbriar.


Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli cut her biscotti she made before placing them back in the oven to finish cooking.

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli cut her biscotti she made …

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli cut her biscotti she made before placing them back in the oven to finish cooking.


Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli showed Mike Case and Christa Lamendola how to make her biscotti on Feb. 7 at the Commons at Greenbriar.

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli showed Mike Case and Christa …

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli showed Mike Case and Christa Lamendola how to make her biscotti on Feb. 7 at the Commons at Greenbriar.


Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli rolled out her biscotti dough before she began baking it on Feb. 7 at the Commons at Greenbriar.

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli rolled out her biscotti dough …

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli rolled out her biscotti dough before she began baking it on Feb. 7 at the Commons at Greenbriar.


Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli spoke with WFMJ's Mike Case and Christa Lamendola about her life and how she enjoys baking and cooking for her friends and family.

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli spoke with WFMJ's Mike Case …

Neighbors | Alexis Bartolomucci.Mary Nicolli spoke with WFMJ's Mike Case and Christa Lamendola about her life and how she enjoys baking and cooking for her friends and family.