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YSU's Dylan Swarmer watches as the ball comes in during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Dylan Swarmer watches as the ball comes in during …

YSU's Dylan Swarmer watches as the ball comes in during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson runs off the field after throwing the ball to first baseman Trevor Wiersma during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson runs off the field after …

YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson runs off the field after throwing the ball to first baseman Trevor Wiersma during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS …


YSU's Cameron Murray gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's Mike Mcgee (2) runs at him with the ball during the first game of their double header on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Cameron Murray gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's …

YSU's Cameron Murray gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's Mike Mcgee (2) runs at him with the ball during the first game of their double header on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | …


YSU's Brandon Matthews pitches during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Brandon Matthews pitches during the first game of their …

YSU's Brandon Matthews pitches during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson throws the ball to first baseman Trevor Wiersma during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson throws the ball to first …

YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson throws the ball to first baseman Trevor Wiersma during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's Marco DeFalco pitches during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Marco DeFalco pitches during the second game of their …

YSU's Marco DeFalco pitches during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's Lucas Nasonti slides safely into second as Oakland's second baseman Mario Camilletti misses the ball during the second game of their double header on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Lucas Nasonti slides safely into second as Oakland's second …

YSU's Lucas Nasonti slides safely into second as Oakland's second baseman Mario Camilletti misses the ball during the second game of their double header on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's Web Charles gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's third baseman Ronnie Krsolovic chases him with the ball during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Web Charles gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's …

YSU's Web Charles gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's third baseman Ronnie Krsolovic chases him with the ball during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY …


YSU's Web Charles gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's third baseman Ronnie Krsolovic lunges to tag him during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Web Charles gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's …

YSU's Web Charles gets caught in a rundown as Oakland's third baseman Ronnie Krsolovic lunges to tag him during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS …


YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson picks up the ball during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson picks up the ball during …

YSU's second baseman Drew Dickerson picks up the ball during the second game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's Brandon Matthews pitches during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Brandon Matthews pitches during the first game of their …

YSU's Brandon Matthews pitches during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's Brett Souder pitches during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Brett Souder pitches during the first game of their …

YSU's Brett Souder pitches during the first game of their double header against Oakland on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


YSU's Lucas Nasonti slides safely into second as Oakland's second baseman Mario Camilletti misses the ball during the second game of their double header on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

YSU's Lucas Nasonti slides safely into second as Oakland's second …

YSU's Lucas Nasonti slides safely into second as Oakland's second baseman Mario Camilletti misses the ball during the second game of their double header on Saturday at Eastwood Field. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR


Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, looks in the mirror as she tries on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, looks in the mirror as …

Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, looks in the mirror as she tries on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they …


Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, poses with Congressman Tim Ryan and his wife Andrea at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, poses with Congressman Tim Ryan …

Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, poses with Congressman Tim Ryan and his wife Andrea at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they …


The annual Kyrsten's Kloset provides a free prom or formal dress and accessories to anyone who needs them as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

The annual Kyrsten's Kloset provides a free prom or formal …

The annual Kyrsten's Kloset provides a free prom or formal dress and accessories to anyone who needs them as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former …


Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, looks in the mirror as she tries on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, looks in the mirror as …

Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, looks in the mirror as she tries on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they …


Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks at dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks at dresses at the …

Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks at dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink …


Photos of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken driver in 2003 when she was 16, are displayed at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Photos of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken …

Photos of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken driver in 2003 when she was 16, are displayed at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and …


From right, Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, Mackenzie Pasco, 17, of Hubbard, and Savana Backus, 17, of Niles, look at and take photos of themselves in the mirror as they try on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

From right, Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, Mackenzie Pasco, 17, …

From right, Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, Mackenzie Pasco, 17, of Hubbard, and Savana Backus, 17, of Niles, look at and take photos of themselves in the mirror as they try on dresses at the …


Volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, helps Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., with a necklace at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, helps Sadie Mink, 17, of …

Volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, helps Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., with a necklace at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as …


Andrea Ryan, the wife of congressman Tim Ryan, helps Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, with the back of her dress at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Andrea Ryan, the wife of congressman Tim Ryan, helps Shianna …

Andrea Ryan, the wife of congressman Tim Ryan, helps Shianna Gibbons, 16, of Liberty, with the back of her dress at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress …


Sadie Mink, 17, shows her grandmother Doris Sicignano, of Mercer, Pa., a dress she tried on at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Sadie Mink, 17, shows her grandmother Doris Sicignano, of Mercer, …

Sadie Mink, 17, shows her grandmother Doris Sicignano, of Mercer, Pa., a dress she tried on at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long …


Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks at dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks at dresses at the …

Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks at dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink …


Kyrsten's Kloset provided a free prom or formal dress and accessories to anyone who needed them as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Kyrsten's Kloset provided a free prom or formal dress and …

Kyrsten's Kloset provided a free prom or formal dress and accessories to anyone who needed them as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary …


Volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, helps Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., with a necklace at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, helps Sadie Mink, 17, of …

Volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, helps Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., with a necklace at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as …


Photos of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken driver in 2003 when she was 16, are displayed at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Photos of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken …

Photos of Kyrsten Studer, who was killed by a drunken driver in 2003 when she was 16, are displayed at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and …


Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., tries on dresses with help from her mother Christa Mink, left, and grandmother Doris Sicignano, right, at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., tries on dresses with …

Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., tries on dresses with help from her mother Christa Mink, left, and grandmother Doris Sicignano, right, at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or …


Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks in the mirror as she tries on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks in the mirror as …

Nakia Thomas, 15, of Austintown, looks in the mirror as she tries on dresses at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they …


Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., receives suggestions from her grandmother Doris Sicignano, left, and volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, as she tries on dresses and accessories at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., receives suggestions from her …

Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., receives suggestions from her grandmother Doris Sicignano, left, and volunteer Kathy Minniti, of Lowellville, as she tries on dresses and accessories at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can …


Congressman Tim Ryan poses with volunteers at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard. EMILY MATTHEWS | THE VINDICATOR

Congressman Tim Ryan poses with volunteers at the annual Kyrsten's …

Congressman Tim Ryan poses with volunteers at the annual Kyrsten's Kloset, where anyone can get a free prom or formal dress and accessories as long as they sign a promise not to drink and drive …


Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., tries on dresses with assistance and suggestions from her grandmother Doris Sicignano, left, and mother Christa Mink, also both of Mercer, while others look for and try on dresses at Kyrsten's Kloset on Saturday at the former Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard.  The event resumes at noon today.

Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., tries on dresses with …

Sadie Mink, 17, of Mercer, Pa., tries on dresses with assistance and suggestions from her grandmother Doris Sicignano, left, and mother Christa Mink, also both of Mercer, while others look for and try on dresses …


The General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex as it was being built. At the time, GM’s policy was to train local laborers to fill positions at the plant. The plant opened in 1966, and just over a year later, the township of Lordstown incorporated into a village.

The General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex as it was being …

The General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex as it was being built. At the time, GM’s policy was to train local laborers to fill positions at the plant. The plant opened in 1966, and just over …


Lordstown schools secretary Jill Cuckovich arranges the food in the Lordstown Community Pantry. Cuckovich was instrumental in organizing and setting up the pantry.

Lordstown schools secretary Jill Cuckovich arranges the food in the …

Lordstown schools secretary Jill Cuckovich arranges the food in the Lordstown Community Pantry. Cuckovich was instrumental in organizing and setting up the pantry.


Marchers move through the streets Saturday in Pittsburgh. The group was calling for justice the day after former East Pittsburgh police officer Michael Rosfeld was acquitted in the homicide trial where he was charged with shooting and killing 17-year-old Antwon Rose II last summer near Pittsburgh.

Marchers move through the streets Saturday in Pittsburgh. The group …

Marchers move through the streets Saturday in Pittsburgh. The group was calling for justice the day after former East Pittsburgh police officer Michael Rosfeld was acquitted in the homicide trial where he was charged with …


Dajah Harris, in Norfolk, Va. Harris, 21, a college senior at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, is a Democrat and no fan of Trump. But she saw the investigation as a distraction from more important things like the border wall, homelessness, college debt and welfare programs. The country should never have elected someone, she said, whose background raises such questions.

Dajah Harris, in Norfolk, Va. Harris, 21, a college senior …

Dajah Harris, in Norfolk, Va. Harris, 21, a college senior at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, is a Democrat and no fan of Trump. But she saw the investigation as a distraction from more …


Mahoning Valley athletes were busy on the courts, at the lanes, on the mats and in the water this winter. Read profiles of outstanding young competitors on Sunday in The Vindicator and on Vindy.com.

Mahoning Valley athletes were busy on the courts, at the …

Mahoning Valley athletes were busy on the courts, at the lanes, on the mats and in the water this winter. Read profiles of outstanding young competitors on Sunday in The Vindicator and on Vindy.com.


The Niles Police Department – under scrutiny by the Trumbull County Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and other citizens after the Jan. 2 shooting by officers – has what appears to be a good track record regarding citizen complaints.

The Niles Police Department – under scrutiny by the Trumbull …

The Niles Police Department – under scrutiny by the Trumbull County Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and other citizens after the Jan. 2 shooting by officers – has what …


Attorney General William Barr leaves his home in McLean, Va., on Saturday morning, March 23, 2019. Special counsel Robert Mueller closed his long and contentious Russia investigation with no new charges, ending the probe that has cast a dark shadow over Donald Trump's presidency.

Attorney General William Barr leaves his home in McLean, Va., …

Attorney General William Barr leaves his home in McLean, Va., on Saturday morning, March 23, 2019. Special counsel Robert Mueller closed his long and contentious Russia investigation with no new charges, ending the probe that …


An American flag flies outside the Department of Justice in Washington, Friday, March 22, 2019. Special counsel Robert Mueller has concluded his investigation into Russian election interference and possible coordination with associates of President Donald Trump. The Justice Department says Mueller delivered his final report to Attorney Barr, who is reviewing it. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

An American flag flies outside the Department of Justice in …

An American flag flies outside the Department of Justice in Washington, Friday, March 22, 2019. Special counsel Robert Mueller has concluded his investigation into Russian election interference and possible coordination with associates of President Donald …