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Former Mahoning Valley native singer-songwriter Tom Manche wrote a song to support Al Adi Othman who was deported to Jordan earlier this year.

Former Mahoning Valley native singer-songwriter Tom Manche wrote a song …

Former Mahoning Valley native singer-songwriter Tom Manche wrote a song to support Al Adi Othman who was deported to Jordan earlier this year.


Mascot Dr. Health E. Hound poses with members of the Youngstown City Health District who volunteered at the Citywide Baby Shower at the Eugenia C. Atkinson Recreational Center. Saturday’s event focused on letting young mothers, and those expecting, learn about the community resources available to help them care for their babies. The shower also included a health fair.

Mascot Dr. Health E. Hound poses with members of the …

Mascot Dr. Health E. Hound poses with members of the Youngstown City Health District who volunteered at the Citywide Baby Shower at the Eugenia C. Atkinson Recreational Center. Saturday’s event focused on letting young mothers, …


A group of Youngstown State University men come to Williamson Elementary School on Youngstown’s South Side twice monthly for a “gentlemen’s” meet and lunch event with male students. The idea is to provide positive male role models for young boys and teach them proper etiquette.

A group of Youngstown State University men come to Williamson …

A group of Youngstown State University men come to Williamson Elementary School on Youngstown’s South Side twice monthly for a “gentlemen’s” meet and lunch event with male students. The idea is to provide positive male …


Kennedy School - 1964 Graduates

246 Broadway - Youngstown, Ohio 44505.

Front row, left to right: Barbara Bishop, Richard McCrane, Diane Braff, Peter Calvin

Back row, left to right: Randall Dicks, Henrietta Gayton, Ward Flad, Charles Mills, Richard Aron, David Gilliam

Photo taken June 2, 1964.

Kennedy School - 1964 Graduates 246 Broadway - Youngstown, Ohio …

Kennedy School - 1964 Graduates 246 Broadway - Youngstown, Ohio 44505. Front row, left to right: Barbara Bishop, Richard McCrane, Diane Braff, Peter Calvin Back row, left to right: Randall Dicks, Henrietta Gayton, Ward Flad, …


Dr. and Mrs. Damon Turner Operated Kennedy School for Gifted Children.

Story by Esther Hamilton.

Published Sunday, April 21, 1968.

Dr. and Mrs. Damon Turner Operated Kennedy School for Gifted …

Dr. and Mrs. Damon Turner Operated Kennedy School for Gifted Children. Story by Esther Hamilton. Published Sunday, April 21, 1968.


Gifted Youths Learn to Excel - Varied Student Body is a Goal at Kennedy.

Story by Ellen Sullivan.

Story published April 1987.

Gifted Youths Learn to Excel - Varied Student Body is …

Gifted Youths Learn to Excel - Varied Student Body is a Goal at Kennedy. Story by Ellen Sullivan. Story published April 1987.


TOUGH SUBJECT: Heidi Duff, a middle school student at The Kennedy School for the Gifted on Broadway Avenue in Youngstown, ponders math problems.

Photo taken April 8, 1987.

Photo by Robert DeMay - The Vindicator

TOUGH SUBJECT: Heidi Duff, a middle school student at The …

TOUGH SUBJECT: Heidi Duff, a middle school student at The Kennedy School for the Gifted on Broadway Avenue in Youngstown, ponders math problems. Photo taken April 8, 1987. Photo by Robert DeMay - The Vindicator


NEW WORDS, NEW WORLDS: Eight-year-old Josh Micholojko improves his dictionary skills.  Kennedy students range in age from four to 14.

Photo taken April 8, 1987.

Photos by Robert DeMay - The Vindicator.

NEW WORDS, NEW WORLDS: Eight-year-old Josh Micholojko improves his dictionary …

NEW WORDS, NEW WORLDS: Eight-year-old Josh Micholojko improves his dictionary skills. Kennedy students range in age from four to 14. Photo taken April 8, 1987. Photos by Robert DeMay - The Vindicator.


LEARNING TOGETHER: Standing outside The Kennedy School for the Gifted is its class of 1987.  They are, from left, Alice Chung, Josh Graycar, Mary Beth Dragelevich, and Ramu Perni.  Kennedy seeks a diversified student body.  Enrollment is limited to 60.

Photo taken April 8, 1987.

Photo by Robert DeMay - The Vindicator

LEARNING TOGETHER: Standing outside The Kennedy School for the Gifted …

LEARNING TOGETHER: Standing outside The Kennedy School for the Gifted is its class of 1987. They are, from left, Alice Chung, Josh Graycar, Mary Beth Dragelevich, and Ramu Perni. Kennedy seeks a diversified student body. …


Kaylee Kapalko, Canfield, from United Health Care, takes a photo of Charles "DJ Chip Banks" Colvin, who was providing music, and "Dr. Health E. Hound" at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Kaylee Kapalko, Canfield, from United Health Care, takes a photo …

Kaylee Kapalko, Canfield, from United Health Care, takes a photo of Charles "DJ Chip Banks" Colvin, who was providing music, and "Dr. Health E. Hound" at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational …


Kaylee Kapalko, Canfield, from United Health Care, and "Dr. Health E. Hound" greet some of the children who were in attendance of the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Kaylee Kapalko, Canfield, from United Health Care, and "Dr. Health …

Kaylee Kapalko, Canfield, from United Health Care, and "Dr. Health E. Hound" greet some of the children who were in attendance of the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, …


Members from the Youngstown City Health District who volunteered at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018, pose with "Dr. Health E. Hound" at the event's close.  From left to right, they are: Andrea Bivens-Flakes, Erin Bishop, Faith Terreri, Leigh Green, Golie Stennis, Michelle Thomas, Richard Dezsi, "Dr. Health E. Hound," Paula Lewis, and Sandra Pazanavich.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Members from the Youngstown City Health District who volunteered at …

Members from the Youngstown City Health District who volunteered at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018, pose with "Dr. Health E. Hound" at the event's close. From …


Sara McNicholas, right, from Mercy Health's Center on pregnancy, distributes some free items to Michelle Thomas at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Sara McNicholas, right, from Mercy Health's Center on pregnancy, distributes …

Sara McNicholas, right, from Mercy Health's Center on pregnancy, distributes some free items to Michelle Thomas at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018. Photo by Scott Williams …


Mirta Arrowsmith, left, a RN from Mercy Community Health, takes Frank Salas' blood pressure at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018.  Salas attended the event with his daughters, Lizette Salas, 14, and Lisa Salas, 17, who is expecting a baby.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Mirta Arrowsmith, left, a RN from Mercy Community Health, takes …

Mirta Arrowsmith, left, a RN from Mercy Community Health, takes Frank Salas' blood pressure at the "Citywide Baby Shower" at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreational Center Saturday, April 7, 2018. Salas attended the event with his …


Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, fights Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, for the puck, tripping him and landing himself in the penalty box at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, fights Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey …

Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, fights Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, for the puck, tripping him and landing himself in the penalty box at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre …


Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, narrowly stops Youngstown Phantom #21, Michael Regush, from putting the puck in the net at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, narrowly stops Youngstown Phantom #21, …

Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, narrowly stops Youngstown Phantom #21, Michael Regush, from putting the puck in the net at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, …


Youngstown Phantom #6, Max Ellis, puts one past Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, to put the Phantoms on the board at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Youngstown Phantom #6, Max Ellis, puts one past Chicago Steel …

Youngstown Phantom #6, Max Ellis, puts one past Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, to put the Phantoms on the board at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April …


Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, goes for a ride on the ice after being tripped by Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, goes for a ride on …

Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, goes for a ride on the ice after being tripped by Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday …


Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, goes for a ride on the ice after being tripped by Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, as Chicago Steel #25, Samuel Bucek, watches on at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, goes for a ride on …

Youngstown Phantom #17, Joey Abate, goes for a ride on the ice after being tripped by Chicago Steel #26, Aaro Vidgren, as Chicago Steel #25, Samuel Bucek, watches on at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago …


David and Patricia Leo, center, parents of fallen Girard, Ohio Police Officer Justin Leo watch an emotional video about their son prior to dropping the ceremonial first puck at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.  A portion of the night's ticket revenue was donated towards a fund in Justin's name.  Representing Chicago is #22, Matteo Pietroniro, left, and for the Phantoms is #7, Eric Esposito.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

David and Patricia Leo, center, parents of fallen Girard, Ohio …

David and Patricia Leo, center, parents of fallen Girard, Ohio Police Officer Justin Leo watch an emotional video about their son prior to dropping the ceremonial first puck at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel …


Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, looks up towards the sky in defeat after letting Youngstown Phantom #6, Max Ellis, put the puck in the net at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, looks up towards the sky …

Chicago Steel #30, Justin Robbins, looks up towards the sky in defeat after letting Youngstown Phantom #6, Max Ellis, put the puck in the net at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at …


David and Patricia Leo, center, parents of fallen Girard, Ohio Police Officer Justin Leo drop the ceremonial first puck at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, 2018.  A portion of the night's ticket revenue was donated towards a fund in Justin's name.  Representing Chicago is #22, Matteo Pietroniro, left, and for the Phantoms is #7, Eric Esposito.

Photo by Scott Williams - The Vindicator

David and Patricia Leo, center, parents of fallen Girard, Ohio …

David and Patricia Leo, center, parents of fallen Girard, Ohio Police Officer Justin Leo drop the ceremonial first puck at the Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel hockey game at Covelli Centre on Saturday April 7, …


State. Sen. Joe Schiavoni

State. Sen. Joe Schiavoni

State. Sen. Joe Schiavoni


State Sen. Joe Schiavoni

State Sen. Joe Schiavoni

State Sen. Joe Schiavoni


Jacob LaRosa stands next to one of his attorneys, Matt Pentz, as he prepares to give a statement to Judge W. Wyatt McKay at LaRosa’s sentencing hearing Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. LaRosa apologized and asked for forgiveness, saying he has changed over the last three years.

Jacob LaRosa stands next to one of his attorneys, Matt …

Jacob LaRosa stands next to one of his attorneys, Matt Pentz, as he prepares to give a statement to Judge W. Wyatt McKay at LaRosa’s sentencing hearing Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. LaRosa …


Jacob LaRosa stands next to one of his attorneys, Matt Pentz, as he prepares to give a statement to Judge W. Wyatt McKay at LaRosa’s sentencing hearing Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. LaRosa apologized and asked for forgiveness, saying he has changed over the last three years.

Jacob LaRosa stands next to one of his attorneys, Matt …

Jacob LaRosa stands next to one of his attorneys, Matt Pentz, as he prepares to give a statement to Judge W. Wyatt McKay at LaRosa’s sentencing hearing Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. LaRosa …


The WKBN-TV 27 Caring for Our Community campaign recently accounced the winners of the Tom Holden Memorial Scholarship contest at a luncheon at The Upstairs Restaurant. Above, from left, are Dave Sess of WKBN; Sandy Upperman of Huntington Bank; Stan Boney of WKBN; Mandy Noell of WKBN; Anthony Iarussi, winner, of Struthers High School; Angie Moran of Window World; Hilda Elash of Huntington Bank; and William Shivers of Huntington Bank.

The WKBN-TV 27 Caring for Our Community campaign recently accounced …

The WKBN-TV 27 Caring for Our Community campaign recently accounced the winners of the Tom Holden Memorial Scholarship contest at a luncheon at The Upstairs Restaurant. Above, from left, are Dave Sess of WKBN; Sandy …