TROPHY BUCK: Kevin Dean, 45, of Alliance, left, watches as Mike Runzo of Beloit, owner of Runzo’s Outdoor Sports, measures the antlers of a 16-point buck shot by Dean. Dean, who has hunted for 16 years, said he enjoys the hobby because it is relaxing.

Published on November 30, 2009

Mourners embrace family members of Wilneice Green, and her daughter, Ja’Brayasia (also written as Ja-Brajasia), during a funeral service Monday at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church in Youngstown. About 300 attended the service. The Greens were murdered Nov. 15 in their home in Liberty Township.

Published on November 30, 2009

QUIET MOMENT: Rasheedah Hudson of Youngstown and her son, Charles, 4, pause for quiet reflection at the coffins of Wilneice Green and her daughter, Ja’Brayasia, during the funeral service Monday. Pastor Sylvia Jennings of Oak Baptist Church, Youngstown, where the Greens attended, offered the eulogy.

Published on November 30, 2009

HARD-FOUGHT MATCH: Lowellville’s Ashley Moore (5) and Springfield’s Ashley Davis (24) fight for possession of the ball during the second period of Monday’s game at Lowellville High School gym. The Tigers defeated the Rockets, 59-51.

Published on November 30, 2009

LOTTO SALES: John Colla of Collas Market in Austintown has long had one of the busiest lottery sales in Mahoning County. Colla said the downturn economy has spurred lottery sales even higher.

Published on November 30, 2009

SHOWTIME COMING: The official unveiling of General Motors Corp.’s Chevrolet Cruze is Wednesday. The automotive press will be in Los Angeles to get a close-up look at the Lordstown-built, fuel-efficient small car that replaces the popular Chevrolet Cobalt.

Published on November 30, 2009

YOUNG BUCK: Hunters such as Jesse Ritchie spent much of the morning hunting deer like the nine-point buck shown. Ritchie, 24, of Salem, and other hunters were allowed to legally shoot the animals as gun season began Monday.

Published on November 30, 2009

Ohio Lottery hot spots

Published on November 30, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara-- Kraynak's in Hermitage, PA

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Published on November 29, 2009

Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays READY TO GO: From left, Susie Cope, Lee Kumick and Ruth Nabb are preparing for the annual Angels for Animals Antiques and Collectibles Sale on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Published on November 28, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Petryckl

Published on November 28, 2009

Dr. and Mrs. Milton J. Lenhart

Published on November 28, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Giancola

Published on November 28, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Donald McCloud

Published on November 28, 2009

Special to The Vindicator DECORATED: In preparation for the annual Christmas open house from 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Ward-Thomas Museum, 503 Brown St., Niles, Nancy Malone places one of the seasonal decorations on a Christmas tree. In addition to the tree and other holiday decorations, thousands of items will be displayed in the 14 rooms at the museum. Admission will be a donation of $5, with children under 12 admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

Published on November 28, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. James Dunn Sr.

Published on November 28, 2009

Special to The Vindicator IN MOTION: Members of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s board of directors are preparing for Holiday in Motion, which will take place at the Arms Family Museum of Local History. The event will begin with a preview party on Friday and a grand opening weekend Dec. 5 and 6 with $1 admission. Hours on Dec. 5 will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Dec. 6, from 1-5 p.m. The display continues throughout December with regular museum hours and admission. For more information call (330) 743-2589 or visit www.mahoninghistory.org. Board members, from left to right, are William J. Cleary Jr., M.D.; Charlotte Gelhaar; David Sabine; and Bill Lawson, MVHS executive director.

Published on November 28, 2009

Special to The Vindicator 65 YEARS AGO ... East High School Class of 1944 gathered for its 65th reunion Sept. 4 at Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman. Those who attended are, left to right in the first row: Josephine LoSasso Romandetti, Norma Walsh Stopnick, Irene Horvath Gianfrancesco, Robert Eusanio, Katherin Bebac Kwa Sekula, Joan Murray Kidd, Marion McKeon McDermott, Ursla Ceremile Conte, Vincent Nardy, and Ann Delfino Ozenghar. In the second row are Robert Hessman, Margaret Bailey Whitacre, Bridget Cucciare Ivko, Edward Sekula, Mary Ferranti Timlin, Joseph Donofrio, Anthony Orsinelli, Philip Nespeca, John Sandy, Mario Rubbo, Leonard Sainato, and Sam Fasline.

Published on November 28, 2009

Special to The Vindicator endangered: At a recent meeting of the Youngstown Rotary Club, the program focused on the Ohio Social Law, which was designed to protect young people from underage drinking. The speaker was Sam Landry, above with his wife. He provided information about youth alcoholism in Northeast Ohio. According to the speaker, more than 40 percent of underage drinkers in the nation were provided alcohol by parents or other adults. He stressed the need for amending the Ohio Social Law, and he asked club members to contact state politicians and request that they pass the new bill of Ohio Code Section 4301.69.

Published on November 28, 2009

Special to The Vindicator CLASS ACT: The student council at St. Joseph Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Austintown conducted a food drive from Nov. 9 to Nov. 20 as a benefit for the less fortunate in this time of economic hardship. Students took nonperishable items or $1 to a drop-off near the school office. Displaying some of the donations are student council members, are, from left, Wesley Pringle, seventh grade, treasurer; Anny Carroll, eighth grade, president; Maddie Sanders, seventh grade, vice president; AnnaMaria Jadue, eighth grade, secretary; and Sharon Machuga, their adviser, who helped organize the food drive. The donations will be distributed on Tuesday to school families and St. Vincent de Paul.

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Mooney Beats Big Red

Published on November 28, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

Black Friday shopping

Published on November 27, 2009

PURPLE RAIDER: Mount Union’s Caleb Crowl, a Lisbon High graduate, watches during last Saturday’s playoff win in Alliance.

Published on November 27, 2009

BIG GAME: Mill Creek volunteer Lori Mowad sets up a life-sized version of Hasbro’s board game Candy Land at the Visitors Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The design is part of the center’s annual holiday display.

Published on November 27, 2009

COMMUNITY dinner: Carl Gossett, his daughter, Jessica, 1, and wife, Jody, all of Canfield, enjoy dinner during the Salem Thanksgiving Community Meal at the Memorial Building on Thursday afternoon. The event is in its 17th year.

Published on November 27, 2009

SERVING: State Rep. Ron Gerberry pours gravy over mashed potatoes as Ron Massullo of Poland, regional liaison for Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner, shares a laugh with dinner-goers at the Salvation Army’s annual Thanksgiving feast. They were among 80 to 100 volunteers serving Wednesday’s lunch at the Glenwood Avenue facility on the city’s South Side.

Published on November 25, 2009

SERVING: State Rep. Ron Gerberry pours gravy over mashed potatoes at the Salvation Army’s annual Thanksgiving feast.

Published on November 25, 2009

CLOWNING AROUND: Jim Giles, 79, also known as “Slim Jim the Clown,” above, makes a balloon figure at Greenbriar in Boardman, left. Tracy Stamper, director of nursing at Greenbriar, looks on. Giles, who has been a member of Aut Mori Grotto Clown group for 40 years, recently underwent surgery and is going through rehab at Greenbriar.

Published on November 25, 2009

The Salvation Army’s annual Thanksgiving feast at the Glenwood Avenue facility on the city’s South Side.

Published on November 25, 2009

Jim Giles, 78, of Youngstown known as Slim Jim, an Aut Mori Grotto clown since 1969, applies his clown make up and costume. He will be among a group of clowns performing a the Circus Aut Mori at the Chevy this weekend. Behind him is a portrtait of his wife of more than 50 years who died in 2006.WD LEWIS

Published on November 25, 2009

NEW ASSIGNMENT: Lt. Chris Weaver of Youngstown has his new badge pinned to his shirt by his wife, Tammy, after a swearing-in ceremony of new officers Wednesday at the main fire station. Weaver is one of six new lieutenants in the Youngstown department.

Published on November 25, 2009

Jim Giles, 79, also known as Slim Jim the Clown" undergoes occupational therapy at Greenbrier in Boardman. Giles, a well known local clown and member of Aut Mori Grotto Clown group for 40 years, recently underwent surgery and some complications and is going through rehab at Greenbrier. He says it is important for people to smile.

Published on November 25, 2009

Brian Dowd at Phantoms practice, Wednesday September 9, 2009.

Published on November 25, 2009

PRAISE: Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church in Youngstown opened its doors for a Thanksgiving eve service. Singing were Yvette Walker, left, and Adrien Boudrey with her 15-month-old grandson Kevin Boudrey — all from Youngstown.

Published on November 25, 2009

STILL PLAYING: Mooney linebacker Joe Stoops (12) brings down Columbus St. Francis DeSales’ Jake Edsinger (22) during Week 2 at YSU’s Stambaugh Stadium. Both teams have qualified for Friday’s Division III state semifinals.

Published on November 25, 2009

FAMILY AFFAIR: Cardinal Mooney Assistant football coach Ron Stoops, center, is flanked by sons John, left, and Joe in the Mooney football locker room.

Published on November 25, 2009

STILL PLAYING: Mooney linebacker Joe Stoops (12) brings down Columbus St. Francis DeSales’ Jake Edsinger (22) during Week 2 at YSU’s Stambaugh Stadium. Both teams have qualified for Friday’s Division III state semifinals.

Published on November 25, 2009

CROSSING THE LINES: Ohio Edison crews and Youngstown firefighters work to repair downed power lines across the top of a semitractor-trailer in the southbound lane of Market Street. The truck hit the low-hanging lines Wednesday while trying to turn into the parking lot of a McDonald’s Restaurant on Market Street.

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

Published on November 25, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Dallas Blocker unsuccessfully goes up for a layup while defended by Geneva's Matt Blocki during the first half of the game at Beeghley Center on Tuesday evening. 11.24.2009

Published on November 24, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Zack Rebillot completes a two point shot during the first half of a game against Geneva at Beeghley Center on Tuesday evening. 11.24.2009

Published on November 24, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's DeAndre Mays reaches out for a layup after getting a breakaway from Geneva during the first half of the game at Beeghley Center on Tuesday evening. Mays was found before he reached the basket but was able to complete both free throws. 11.24.2009

Published on November 24, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin shoots past Geneva defenders Nathan Reep (30) and Matt Blocki (50)during the first half of the game at Beeghley Center on Tuesday evening. 11.24.2009

Published on November 24, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Ashen Ward drives down court past Geneva's TJ Bevilacqua during the first half of the game at Beeghley Center on Tuesday evening. 11.24.2009

Published on November 24, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Vytas Sulskis shoots past Geneva's Richard Colick (0) and Lambros Svingos (25) during the first half of the game at Beeghley Center on Tuesday evening. 11.24.2009

Published on November 24, 2009

Special to The Vindicator POWER PACK: Ohio State University alumni, boosters or fans will have an opportunity to win a basket filled with these OSU themed items during the “Once Upon a Christmas Craft Show” Dec. 5 at Ursuline Preschool and Kindergarten, 4200 Shields Road. This is only one of many gift-filled baskets to be raffled at the event.

Published on November 24, 2009

Special to The Vindicator GATHERED TOGETHER: Members of Canfield Republican Women’s Club conducted a drive for nonperishable food items at their Nov. 4 meeting. Above, Sarah Graziani, chair of the club’s Caring For America Committee, represented the club when she presented the donated items to Andrew Skrobola for the Knights of Columbus Food Pantry. CRWC will continue its Caring for America program by contributing to the Toys for Tots Campaign at its Dec. 2 meeting.

Published on November 24, 2009

SEARCH PROCESS: Youngstown State University Athletic Director Ron Strollo will make a hiring recommendation for the university’s next head football coach to President David Sweet who would make the appointment. The university trustees would have to approve that hiring.

Published on November 24, 2009

WITH RESPECT: Hugh Earnhart of Poland lays a wreath on a gravestone Monday at Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Boardman. Earnhart helped organize the wreath-laying ceremony last year with the help of the Ohio State University Extension Master Gardeners. Twenty-eight veterans were honored with wreaths that were placed by their graves.

Published on November 24, 2009

Former YSU coach Jon Heacock durng 11-14-09 game with Illinois State.

Published on November 24, 2009

MEETS THE PRESS: Ron Strollo, YSU’s athletic director, talks to reporters after Jon Heacock’s resignation as football coach. Strollo said Monday he is immediately launching a national search for a successor.

Published on November 24, 2009

SEARCH PROCESS: Youngstown State University Athletic Director Ron Strollo will make a hiring recommendation for the university’s next head football coach to President David Sweet who would make the appointment. The university trustees would have to approve that hiring.

Published on November 24, 2009

HANDS BLESSED: Rose Wilkins of Youngstown, center, was one of a dozen people who turned out Monday for the first Blessing of the Hands service, presented by SouthernCare, a hospice organization. She had her hands blessed by Dr. Nicholas Mager, right, pastor of the Youngstown First Presbyterian Church, as Sylvia Beard, SouthernCare chaplain, assisted.

Published on November 24, 2009

HONORING 28: A group of veterans and members of the Ohio State University Extension Master Gardeners placed wreaths on the graves of 28 veterans Monday in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Boardman. This is the second year for the ceremony. Shown here is veteran Robert Brienik of Austintown, a member of the Marine Corp League.

Published on November 24, 2009

Daniel Kidd and Sarah Valantine

Published on November 23, 2009

Michael Eicher and Sara Jugenheimer

Published on November 23, 2009

Ashley Fristik and Travis J. Parker

Published on November 23, 2009

Justin Woods and Genevieve Leeworthy

Published on November 23, 2009

Ashley D. Burkett and Michael J. McKim

Published on November 23, 2009

James MacIntyre BOB 46 TS Co. LS Plt. Unit 72023 FPO AXE 09509-2023

Published on November 23, 2009

Special to The Vindicator INFORMATIVE VISIT: Ohio State Sen. Joseph Schiavoni had an opportunity to check how home-care services are meeting the health needs of individuals and saving taxpayers as he visited with 86-year-old Fannie Tubuner on Nov. 16 at her home in Youngstown. She explained she has arthritis, diabetes and a heart condition and receives assistance through the PASSPORT program five days a week. Helping her and providing companionship are, seated at right, Monissa Redmond, home health aide, and standing, Darla Renner, director of nursing, both with Cambridge Home Health Care. The average cost of in-home care is $12,600 a year, and it would be more than $55,000 in a nursing home.

Published on November 23, 2009

Special to The Vindicator JOYOUS MOMENT: East Palestine Knights of Columbus recently made a donation of $1,400 to the Columbiana County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Sharing the happy moment with Zach Beverly, a student at the Robert Bycroft School in Lisbon, are, standing from left, Gene Hoffman of the K of C; the Rev. Dan Cipar of Our Lady of Lourdes in East Palestine; and William Devon, superintendent of the CCBDD.

Published on November 23, 2009

Special to The Vindicator SPREADING THE NEWS: An informative talk that focused on the community’s preparedness for emergencies and the H1N1 virus was presented by Rob Tieche, a member of the Canfield Fire Department, at a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Canfield. He reported on the impact the virus has had thus far and said children and pregnant women have the greatest risk of contracting the virus. The Canfield Pandemic Preparedness Committee meets twice a month to discuss prevention issues. For more information, contact www.ohiopandemicflu.gov.

Published on November 23, 2009

Special to The Vindicator INTERACTING: On Nov. 14 at Salem Community Center, more than 120 students, representing 16 area schools, attended a conference sponsored by Rotary District 6650 of Northeast Ohio for local Interact students. Teens who represented Struthers High School had an opportunity to meet foreign-exchange students and students from other schools and to learn about opportunities available to them through Rotary. Among those attending the conference were, in back from left, Tom Baringer, district Interact chairman; Sherry Noble, board of education member; and Laura Eckman; and, in front, Natalie Agnone; Alexa Morocco; Mary Carcelli, Interact adviser; Katie Sharpe; Ellie Bodnar; Kelsey Wormley; Alyssa Olmi; and Samantha Martinelli.

Published on November 22, 2009

Special to The Vindicator OLD STYLE: The Friends of Austintown Library were given a glimpse of what was stylish to wear in the 1800s when the speaker, Deborah Wagner, made her appearance in vintage clothing. She showed several examples of fashions from that era and explained the hidden meaning of the designs on early quilts. The Austintown High School Choir will perform at the 10 a.m. Dec. 21 meeting of the Friends. Guests interested in attending the meeting are asked to make reservations for the $8 catered luncheon.

Published on November 22, 2009

Special to The Vindicator PRIVATE DRIVEWAY: Although his movements are limited by cerebral palsy, Tyler Wibly, a student at the Frank Ohl Intermediate School, skillfully drives his new power chair up a specially designed ramp. When it was discovered the old ramp could not handle the weight or center-wheel drive of his new chair, his parents turned to the Rotary Club of Austintown for help, and the club contacted the Optimist Club of Austintown for assistance. Materials for the ramp were purchased with funds provided by Rotary, and volunteers from both clubs were helped by Tyler’s parents as they worked together to construct the ramp.

Published on November 22, 2009

Special to The Vindicator MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Members of The Prayer Shawl Ministry of Unity Church Centre, 1226 Naylor-Lloyd Road, Girard, made hand-knitted coats for dogs in the K-9 units in Trumbull County. As part of “Make a Difference Day,” Patricia Williams-Jones, at left, prepares to present one of the coats to Liberty Township Patrolman Raymond Buhala for his dog, Capo, during a Sunday service as the Rev. Richard Schumacher watches. The Prayer Shawl Ministry also knitted and/or crocheted pink hats for the American Cancer Society’s breast-cancer awareness.

Published on November 22, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Published on November 21, 2009

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Mooney vs Poland Regional Championship

Published on November 21, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Ursuline vs Cuyahoga Heights

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Special to The Vindicator TRANSFORMATION: Students in the Art III and Senior Studio class at Liberty High School were selected by Mill Creek MetroParks to provide a Candy Land setting at the D.D. and Velma Davis Center in Mill Creek Park for the holidays. Under the direction of their teacher Jody Nudell the students painted a large mural, which will transform a section of the center into a holiday wonderland.

Published on November 20, 2009

Hannah

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Frangopoulos

Published on November 20, 2009

Lewis-Wheeler

Published on November 20, 2009

Special to The Vindicator/ Nick Mays COLORFUL EVENT: Displaying colorful poinsettias and other items, which will be available during the “Christmas Celebration for Children” to be sponsored by the Friends of Children’s Aid Society of Mercer County, are, from left seated, Darlene McBride and Helen Louise Donner, and standing, Barb Lambert, Joan Foster, Carol Smith and Liz Bolster.

Published on November 20, 2009

Williams

Published on November 20, 2009

The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Holiday events for the public on Dec. 8 and Dec. 11 will help raise money for Akron Children’s Hospital. Organizing “A Children’s Holiday” tree lighting and “Holiday Hopes and Wishes” are, seated, Kathy Dwinnells, cochair of the Kids’ Crew luncheon; and standing, left to right, are JoAnn Stock, Akron Children’s director of development; Donna Hayat, chair of the Kids’ Crew; Paula Barrett, chair of “A Children’s Holiday;” Lori Mowad, co-chair of the Kids’ Crew Luncheon; and Julie Costas, publicist.

Published on November 20, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay INSTRUMENTAL: Children’s Concerts are accepting reservations for the “Serious Fun” youth concert to be presented by Youngstown Symphony Orchestra on March 18 at Powers Auditorium. Children in grades 1-8 in area schools have until Dec. 1 to register. Among the classical pieces Conductor Randall Fleischer has selected for the concert are “Comedian’s Gallop” by Kabalevsky, the 2nd movement of the “Surprise Symphony” by Haydn, and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” Fleischer and his wife, Heidi, have written a special piece that is appropriate to the theme of the event. Stepping up their efforts to get children registered for the concert, are, from left, Janet Vestal, Carol Fithian, Jan Szalma and Betty Bannon. Committee members will be available to help teachers explain the concert material to students.

Published on November 20, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shellito

Published on November 20, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Malone

Published on November 20, 2009

Published on November 20, 2009

Lottier

Published on November 19, 2009

Stephen J. Kollar 353 MXS PSC 80 Box 17294 APO AP 96367 Son of Steve and Jaki Kollar of Columbiana and grandson of Peg Kollar of Struthers and the late Joe Kollar.

Published on November 19, 2009

SWEET TREAT: Rosalind Willis, coordinator of the Wednesday free lunch at St. Andrewes AME Church, holds a tray of pieces of cake. The church recently revived its tradition of offering a free meal. Those attending are served restaurant style. This week, about 153 people attended.

Published on November 19, 2009

NO TRESPASSING: The Riverbend Tavern, 1105 Poland Ave., Youngstown, will remain boarded up for at least 30 more days and possibly as long as a year. It was raided Nov. 5 on suspicion of drug trafficking and illegal gambling.

Published on November 19, 2009

HONORARY MEMBER: Alan Hinton, 11, of Youngstown, stands with his mentor Capt. Brian Hodor, who is a pilot of the C-130 aircraft in the Air Force Reserve. Alan was sworn-in Wednesday as an honorary Air Force Reserve second lieutenant in the “Pilot for a Day” program at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station.

Published on November 19, 2009

REPORTING FOR DUTY: Alan, of Youngstown, gets his bars as an honorary Air Force Reserve second lieutenant. The sixth-grader at Youngstown Community School suffers from sickle cell anemia.

Published on November 19, 2009

COOK IN THE KITCHEN: Ethel White, a member of St. Andrewes African Methodist Episcopal Church, 531 W. Earle Ave., Youngstown, transfers steaming green beans to a serving dish from a large kettle. She’s among church members who volunteer at the free lunch for all on Wednesdays.

Published on November 19, 2009

TAKING THE OATH: Alan Hinton, of Youngstown’s North Side, who was chosen for the “Pilot for a Day” program at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station, is sworn in Wednesday by Lt. Col. Craig Peters, the operations group commander.

Published on November 19, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Macey Nortey drives to the basket while being blocked by Kent State's Jena Stutzman during the first half of a game at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening. Manuel was able to complete a layup and draw a foul completing a free throw to the bring the women Penguin's score to 17.

Published on November 19, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5) goes up for a rebound against Kent State's Frank Henry-Ala during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5)during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5)during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5)defends Kent State's Anthondy Simpson (21) during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's DeAndre Mays soars toward the basket scoring two points for the Penguins during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kelvin Bright drives toward the basket scoring two points for the Penguins during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kelvin Bright during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Dallas Blocker gets a hand on the ball blocking Kent State's Anthony Simpson from making a layup during the first half of a game at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kelvin Bright during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Vance Cooksey (4)during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Eddie D'Haiti (24) recovers a rebound during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- - Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown got his name on the doorway ...of the C-130 - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5) goes up for a rebound against Kent State's Frank Henry-Ala during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- - Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown and his mentor / pilot of the C-130 Capt Brian Hodor head for the plane - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Long shadow proud day...- Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown and his mentor / pilot of the C-130 Capt Brian Hodor head for the plane - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5)during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5)during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Sirlester Martin (5)defends Kent State's Anthondy Simpson (21) during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Alan Hinton gets his bars - as a second lieutenant - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's DeAndre Mays soars toward the basket scoring two points for the Penguins during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kelvin Bright during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Meeting the colonel - Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown talks over strategery with Colonel Craig Peters and Capt Brian Hodor ( the pilot of the C-130 and Alans Mentor ) - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- - Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown gets sworn in as a second lieutenant by Colonel Craig Peters a- Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Dallas Blocker gets a hand on the ball blocking Kent State's Anthony Simpson from making a layup during the first half of a game at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- - Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown is proud as he becomes a second lieutenant - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kelvin Bright during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Cynthia Burgess-Hinton ( alans mom) proudly shows off Alan's new dog tags after getting sworn in at the airbase - Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Vance Cooksey (4)during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kelvin Bright drives toward the basket scoring two points for the Penguins during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- - All smiles as Alan Hinton 11 of Youngstown and his mentor / pilot of the C-130 Capt Brian Hodor head for the plane - look up at the models inside the command HQ at the airbase- Alan was pilot for a day at the Youngstown Airbase - 11182009

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Eddie D'Haiti (24) recovers a rebound during the first half at Beeghly Center on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kenya Middlebrooks (5) during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Bojana Dimitrov (4)during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Head Coach Cindy Martin during the second half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kenya Middlebrooks (5) during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Macey Nortey (13) takes a free throw during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Rachael Manuel takes a shot at the basket during the first half of a game at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Rachael Manuel (15)during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Bojana Dimitrov (4)during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Macey Nortey drives to the basket while being blocked by Kent State's Jena Stutzman during the first half of a game at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening. Manuel was able to complete a layup and draw a foul completing a free throw to the bring the women Penguin's score to 17.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Rachael Manuel takes a shot at the basket during the first half of a game at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Macey Nortey (13)during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Macey Nortey drives to the basket while being blocked by Kent State's Jena Stutzman during the first half of a game at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening. Manuel was able to complete a layup and draw a foul completing a free throw to the bring the women Penguin's score to 17.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kenya Middlebrooks (5) during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Bojana Dimitrov (4)during the second half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Kenya Middlebrooks (5) during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild YSU's Rachael Manuel (15) struggles for the ball during the first half at YSU's Beeghly Center on Wednesday evening.

Published on November 18, 2009

Special to The Vindicator new books: How do you spell t-h-a-n-k y-o-u? Students in Mrs. Kelly Kroynovich’s third-grade class at St. Patrick School in Hubbard will know how thanks to the Hubbard Rotary Club. Each year the club presents children in the new third-grade class with new dictionaries for them to keep so they can excel in their schoolwork.

Published on November 18, 2009

Published on November 18, 2009

Samuel McKenney and Tricia Colburn

Published on November 18, 2009

Special to The Vindicator SOMETHING SPECIAL: The first Community Fun Day for seniors took place on Oct. 26 at the community center in Boardman Township Park. It was a time for socialization, exercise, crafts, lunch and bingo shared by 73 members of community facilities. During the event Pam Rogers from the Senior Independence Senior Center, standing at left, informed those in attendance of resources available to them in the community. This special fun day was sponsored by the Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, Boardman Township Park and Senior Independence Adult Day Center. Future fun days for seniors will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month at the center.

Published on November 18, 2009

Dr. Scott Gabriel and Catherine Magharing

Published on November 18, 2009

Published on November 18, 2009

Special to The Vindicator PAST GOVERNORS: A La Cart Catering in Canfield was the setting Oct. 19 for an annual banquet hosted by the Lions Club Past District Governors Association of District 13-D. The event featured dinner, a business session and a roll call of deceased members. A talk on the state of the district was presented by District Governor Don Heldman, who was accompanied by his wife, Ruby, of East Liverpool Lions Cub. Attending were, seated from left, Don Martin of Crestwood, Heldman, of East Liverpool, Verna Williams of Warren, Dwain Hawkins of New Waterford, Don Jones of Cortland and Bob Whited of Austintown. Standing: Ted Filmer of Canfield, Bill Mundy of Lisbon, Bob Booher of Canal Fulton, Dave Rice of Sebring, Ron Anderson of Lisbon, Paul Metrovich of Calcutta, Tom Kirkbride of Lisbon, Jerry McCullough of Niles and Chuck Allcorn of Sebring. Attending but not pictured was Dave Repass of Ravenna. Coordinators were Past District Governor Ted Filmer and his wife, Jean, of Canfield.

Published on November 18, 2009

Published on November 17, 2009

Published on November 17, 2009

Published on November 17, 2009

Published on November 17, 2009

Published on November 17, 2009

PARK CHIEF: Jim Willock was named chief of the Mill Creek MetroParks police last month after having served the same position for the Goshen police. He explained the difference and similarities between traditional police work and the responsibilities of the park police.

Published on November 17, 2009

SHOOTING SCENE: This is the home at 3022 Northgate Drive, Liberty Township, where a woman and a female juvenile were found shot to death late Sunday. The names of the victims were not released Monday.

Published on November 17, 2009

LET SUNSHINE IN: The sun room at the Inn at the Green is a spot where many visitors enjoy breakfast.

Published on November 17, 2009

MEETING MILEY: Suzie Mazzocco of Struthers, held by her dad, Tony, gets her picture taken with her favorite singer, Miley Cyrus, before Cyrus’ Cleveland concert Sunday. At left is Suzie’s mother, Kelley.

Published on November 17, 2009

ONE MORE GAME: YSU coach Jon Heacock is hoping his team can end its season with a victory on Saturday at North Dakota State.

Published on November 17, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 16, 2009

Published on November 15, 2009

Published on November 15, 2009

Published on November 15, 2009

Published on November 15, 2009

A SOLDIER’S TALE: Area historian Steffan Jones narrates the life of one of the soldiers.

Published on November 15, 2009

SALUTE: War re-enactors honor the fallen of three wars at a ceremony Sunday at Canfield Cemetery.

Published on November 15, 2009

RECALLING THEIR LIVES: Capt. David Frank, a member of the 19th Ohio Company B regiment, talks about the lives of the deceased soldiers.

Published on November 15, 2009

RECALLING THEIR LIVES: Capt. David Frank, a member of the 19th Ohio Company B regiment, talks about the lives of the deceased soldiers.

Published on November 15, 2009

IN THE RED: Dr. Kathie Nelson gives tips on how to reduce stress at Humility of Mary Health Partners Red Dress event. The event, which raises awareness about women and heart disease, was Sunday afternoon at Antone’s Banquet Center.

Published on November 15, 2009

PENGUINS ROLL: DeAndre Mays (1) shoots past Hiram’s Nick Russo (10) during Sunday’s game at Beeghly Center.

Published on November 15, 2009

YSU Vance Cooksey (4) shoots to score against Hiram

Published on November 15, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Lakeview vs Chagrin

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Jan Gatti, of Erie, presses oplatek, also known as Christmas wafers, on a 100 year old wafer press during The Artistry of Wigilia, meaning Christmas Eve, at St. Joseph the Provider Church in Campbell on Saturday afternoon. White wafers are reserved for people whereas pink are intended for pets, who according to tradition receive the ability to speak at midnight on Christmas Eve due to their presence at Jesus' birth, the event raised money for the Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Donna Zubil helps her daughter, Codi Zubil, 17, both of East Palestine, emerse themselves in their Polish heritage by rolling out dough for the making of pirohy or pierogies while overseen by workshop leader, Larry Kozlowski, of Erie, during The Artistry of Wigilia (Christmas Eve) benefitting the Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle at St. Joseph the Provider Church in Campbell on Saturday afternoon. "These traditions act as a catalyst to bring your family together," says Kozlowski, "its about teaching traditions that have been lost or never known in addition to remembering memories and making new ones."

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

Girard vs Woodbridge

Published on November 14, 2009

James Bader USCENTCOM/CCHC APO AE 09635

Published on November 14, 2009

Stephen J. Kollar 353 MXS PSC 80 Box 17294 APO AP 96367 Son of Steve and Jaki Kollar of Columbiana and grandson of Peg Kollar of Struthers and the late Joe Kollar.

Published on November 14, 2009

Austin Abbuhl TF Brawler FOB Shank APO AE 09364

Published on November 14, 2009

Michael Harris TF Cyclone HHC 38th ID APO AE 09311

Published on November 14, 2009

Michael Lacivita 447 MP COMP BAF APO AE 09354 Stationed in Afghanistan.

Published on November 14, 2009

Gabriel Adkins 2/2 WPNS Co. Unit 73085 FPO AE 09510-3085 Stationed in Afghanistan. 2008 graduate of Niles McKinley High School.

Published on November 14, 2009

Russell A. Wilson II E-CO2-227 AVN Unit 5011 Camp Taji, Iraq APO AP 09378 Serving in Iraq. Brother of Rhonda and Tim Shipley of Lowellville.

Published on November 14, 2009

N. Garono MNSTC-I154 Phoenix Base APO AE 09348

Published on November 14, 2009

Kevin M. Siembida B Co 3/509th (ABN) 4/25 FOB Tillman APO AE 09311 Stationed in Afghanistan. Son of George and Gail Siembida of Columbiana.

Published on November 14, 2009

Anastasia M. Zaccanti Unit 38th HRC APO AE 09354 Serving in Afghanistan. Known as “Stacie,” she is the daughter of Stephen N. and Helen V. Pipic of Hubbard. 1996 graduate of Hubbard High School.

Published on November 14, 2009

Kenneth Dutton Jr. PSC 811 Box 10 FPO AE 09609 Son of Eleanor Dutton and the late Kenny Dutton Sr. 1997 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and 2004 graduate of Youngstown State University.

Published on November 14, 2009

Christine Fix PRT Paktika Attn: Eng. Dept. FOB Sharana APO AE 09311 Daughter of Marvin L. and Carol. S. Fix of Poland.

Published on November 14, 2009

William S. Neill Medical PLT, HHB-4-25FA-TF Spartan/10th MTN Div. FOB Airborne APO AE 09354 Serving in Afghanistan. Married to the former Andrea Clapsaddle, who is a graduate of United High School in Hanoverton.

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

YSU vs Illinois State

Published on November 14, 2009

VACCINATION STATION: Damarcus Cospy, 14, gets the H1N1 vaccine from Donna Beistel, a registered nurse, at the Canfield High School clinic on Friday. About 1,500 students were given the vaccination, a school nurse said.

Published on November 14, 2009

H1N1 CLINIC: Matt Humeniuk gets the H1N1 vaccine from Julie Raforth, a registered nurse, in its nasal spray form at a flu clinic in Canfield High School on Friday.

Published on November 13, 2009

Suzie Mazzocco was surprised with tickets to a Miley Cyrus concert. The tickets and other gifts were presented at an assembly at Struthers Elementary School on Wednesday. Suzie has a rare bone-growth disorder that results in dwarfism. She has had 17 surgeries.

Published on November 13, 2009

PROBING FOR MINES: Crews from the state’s Mineral Resources Management Office are drilling again on Oakview Drive in Weathersfield Township, off Salt Springs Road and between West Liberty Street Extension, Girard, and Marshall Road, McDonald. A deep, unmapped coal mine is their focus of attention as Dennis Vickford runs the drill.

Published on November 13, 2009

EULOGY: Michelle Nicks of WFMJ-TV 21 delivered a eulogy Friday at St. Patrick Church for Capt. Robert Kane, who died Monday after a battle with kidney cancer. Friends and co-workers remembered Kane earlier this week as an excellent supervisor and investigator who loved Youngstown. “We always called him the encyclopedia of the Youngstown Police Department. He always had a quote for you from an old past officer or a tale to tell or an experience that he had in the past,” said Capt. Rod Foley, commander of the internal-affairs division.

Published on November 13, 2009

VACCINES ADMINISTERED: Volunteers administered the H1N1 vaccine to Canfield High School students and community members Friday during a clinic in the high school gymnasium. The vaccine comes in both an injection and nasal spray form.

Published on November 13, 2009

School nurse Regina Reynolds helps people through the H1N1 vaccine line administered at the clinic in Canfield High School, Friday November 13, 2009.

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

Canfield vs Lake

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - (58) Pete Wearsch of Ursuline knocks the ball from Andrew Mayer during their game Friday night in Austintown. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - (12) Tristan Reynolds looks for running room after a completed pass as (2) Nico Irizarry gives chase during their game Friday night in Austintown. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - (26) Akise Teague of Ursuline breaks off a punt return for a touchdown Friday night in Austintown. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - (28) Allen Jones of Ursuline breaks through the line Friday night in Austintown. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

FOOTBALL - (4) Paul Kempe of Ursuline breaks the tackle of (8) Jacob Danks and scores on a long run during their game Friday night in Austintown. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Mooney vs Hubbard

Published on November 13, 2009

Published on November 13, 2009

Mr. and Mrs Bernard Check

Published on November 13, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kelley

Published on November 13, 2009

Published on November 13, 2009

Special to The Vindicator FINAL TOUCH: An ornament is placed near the top of one of the many Christmas trees in her home by Pat Tingle as she prepares to welcome guests during home tour sponsored by Columbiana Women’s Club and a brunch at the club, 121 N. Main St.

Published on November 13, 2009

Published on November 13, 2009

Special to The Vindicator READY for holidays: Looking forward to the upcoming holiday season after completing arrangements for the 39th annual American Holiday Fine Arts and Crafts Show and Sale at the Butler Institute of American Art are, from left, Florence Wang, chairwoman, and C. Gilbert James, Camilla Geordan, and John MacIntosh, co-chairs. Completing the holiday show committee as a co-chair but not pictured is John Grdic.

Published on November 13, 2009

The Vindicator/William D. Lewis ANGELIC: Preparing for the Angels for Easter Seals Annual Holiday Brunch and Sweet Shoppe are, left to right, co-chairs Nancy Leicht and Mary Celeste VanSickle, holding Christian Trella, 3; and President Phyllis Bacon. The Angels will be selling more than 30 varieties of homemade cookies, among other types of baked goods.

Published on November 13, 2009

Published on November 13, 2009

TASTE TEMPTING: Among those selecting the fine wines to be sampled by guests at the Holiday Charity Wine Taste on Nov. 22 are, from left, Pamela Ferguson, Southern Park Mall manager; Sheryl Raulin, mall marketing director; Less Horvath, owner of Rachel’s Catering; and Debra Grim, of Special Event Coordinators Inc.

Published on November 13, 2009

Factor

Published on November 13, 2009

Bucko, Michael T. C CO. 1-15IN FOB Endeavor APO AE 09332 Serving in Iraq. Son of Don and Mary Grace Bucko.

Published on November 13, 2009

Hardy, Thomas M. TF 30 MED Bagram APO AE 09354 Serving in Afghanistan. Son of Tim and Jean Hardy of Poland. 1999 graduate of Poland Seminary High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Smith, Joseph J. III 16th Eng. BDE APO AE 09344 Son of Melinda (Miranda) Smith and grandson of lifelong Berlin Center residents Richard and Margaret Miranda. 2003 graduate of Western Reserve High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Pavia, Christopher 379 AEW-816 EAS APO AE 09309 Serving in Qatar. Son of Gene Pavia of Hubbard. 2000 graduate of Poland Seminary High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Wren, Patrick 741st EOD BN FOB BAF APO AE 09354 Son of Christopher and Janis Wren of Hubbard.

Published on November 13, 2009

Any platoon soldier C/O Jose Gonzalez HHC 2-8 CAV 1st CAV Division APO AE 09378

Published on November 13, 2009

Koncsol, Tim 447 MPCO BAF APO AE 09354 Serving in Afghanistan. Son of Vicki and Terry Koncsol of Girard. Graduate of Girard High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Fusco, Jarrod MNC-I C6 Site Admin. APO AE 09342 Stationed in Iraq. Son of Robert and Lori Fusco of Canfield. 2007 graduate of South Range High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Mikus, Daniel B Co. 1-23 IN 3-2 SBCT FOB Grizzly APO AE 09391 Serving in Iraq. Son of Michael and Silvia Stefan of Youngstown and Daniel Mikus of Mineral Ridge. 2003 graduate of Ursuline High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Kirkpatrick, Robert HHC, 4 IBCT, 4th Infantry Division FOB Fenty APO AE 09310 Serving in Afghanistan. Son of Bob and Joyce Kirkpatrick of Girard. 2002 graduate of Girard High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Sheldon, De'Esta F Co. 1-15 IN 3 HBCT 3 ID FOB Kalsu APO AE 09312 Daughter of Timothy Sheldon and granddaughter of Ray and Betty Lou Sheldon, all of Lordstown. 2006 graduate of Newton Falls High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Orto, Richard C. MALS-40 GSE Unit 78369 Camp Bastion FPO AE 09510-8369 Serving in Afghanistan. 2005 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Davis, Jeffrey D. HMM262 Unit 37238 FPO APO 96603-7238 Stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Son of Jeff and Donna Davis of Austintown. 2005 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Hartman, Ryan R. HHC 2-8 CAV 1st CAV Division APO AE 09378

Published on November 13, 2009

Pipoly, James II PRG6-12 APO AE 09354-3005 Serving in Afghanistan. Son of James and Pam Pipoly of Boardman. 2004 graduate of Boardman High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Taylor, Darin Jr. Alpha Battery 1/10 FA FOB Delta APO AE 09317 Stationed in Iraq. Son of Darin Sr. and Regina Taylor of Youngstown. 2007 graduate of The Rayen School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Passewitz, Patrick B Co. 173rd BSB (ABN) FOB SHANK APO AE 09364 Serving in Afghanistan. Son of Tom and Darrel Passewitz of Austintown. Graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and Slippery Rock State University.

Published on November 13, 2009

Zoldak, Joseph 1192nd Eng. Co. 101st Eng. Battalion APO AE 09344 Stationed in Baghdad. Engaged to marry Amanda Kibler; both are in the National Guard. Father is Joseph S. Zoldak; stepmother, Esmeralda G. Zoldak; and mother, Catherine Pesa. Graduate of Ursuline High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

Nolan, Joshua HHC 16th EN BDE APO AE 09344 Stationed in Iraq. Son of Ed Nolan of Salem and Rachel Riley of Marysville.

Published on November 13, 2009

Jakubek, Scott 1192 Eng. Co. 101st Eng. Battalion APO AE 09344 Stationed in Baghdad. Lives in Berlin Center.

Published on November 13, 2009

Wilding, Michael J. GY SGT US PMO APO AE 09355 Serving in Afghanistan. Son of Richard and Tina Wilding of Lowellville.

Published on November 13, 2009

Czerniak, Justin J. 727 EACS OL-A COB Q-West APO AE 09351 Stationed in Iraq. Son of Ben and Joyce Howard of Boardman. 2006 graduate of Boardman High School.

Published on November 13, 2009

MOBILE DENTIST: Dr. Bell wore his head lamp as he worked on the elementary students.

Published on November 13, 2009

ON TRIAL: Oryan Miller, 20, of Hall Street Northwest, listens to testimony with his attorney, Sarah Kovoor, in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. Miller is on trial in the 2008 death of Cameron Murray, 21, in Murray’s Howland apartment. In the background is Judge Andrew Logan, presiding over the trial.

Published on November 13, 2009

DOUBLE CLEANED: Justin Peters, a third-grader at Market Street Elementary School in Boardman, has his teeth cleaned and checked by Dr. Ronald Bell and Jan Madigan. The dentist and hygienist are part of a mobile-dentist program that tours Northeast Ohio schools. The program was in the Boardman school district Thursday.

Published on November 13, 2009

SKY’S THE LIMIT: Craig Zamary, founder of Green Energy TV, sits atop the Youngstown Business Incubator downtown.

Published on November 13, 2009

PETE HELPS OUT: Pete the Penguin, Youngstown State University’s mascot, was on hand to oversee the loading of food onto a truck on campus as part of the Helping Hands Across America project run by Sodexo Campus Services, YSU’s food service vendor. YSU students and Sigma Chi members Steve Tripepi, left, and Josh Lisko did the heavy lifting.

Published on November 12, 2009

Leanne D'Apolito and Tom Miller

Published on November 12, 2009

Matthew Perrin and Jody Boninsegna

Published on November 12, 2009

Michael R. Kehoe and Dara M. Shaw

Published on November 12, 2009

Thomas S. Reid and Autumn L. Hoffstetter

Published on November 12, 2009

OVERWHELMED: Suzie Mazzocco, 9, gives her grandmother, Irene Consiglio, a hug after the child was surprised with tickets to a Miley Cyrus concert. The tickets and other gifts were presented at an assembly at Struthers Elementary School on Wednesday. Suzie has a rare bone-growth disorder that results in dwarfism. She has had 17 surgeries.

Published on November 12, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay --- students listen intently as A salute to veterans at the Canfield Middle School students - interviewed veterans and told their stories. They also had a speaker who was once a student there as the main speaker YPD officer William Ward and former Marine 11/11/2009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay --- A A salute to veterans as the Canfield Middle School students - interviewed veterans and told their stories. They also had a speaker who was once a student there as the main speaker YPD officer William Ward and former Marine 11/11/2009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild First graders from Mrs. Hudak's class, Logan DiPiero, and Anthony Gaglardi, both age 6, listen to a playing of the National Anthem during a Veterans Day Event at Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay -----Carlos Irizarry sings 'God Bless America" as he and his fellow students put on a show for the veterans in attendance at the West Elementary School in Boardman 111120009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay --- A A salute to veterans as the Canfield Middle School students - interviewed veterans and told their stories. They also had a speaker who was once a student there as the main speaker YPD officer William Ward and former Marine 11/11/2009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay --- A A salute to veterans as the Canfield Middle School students - interviewed veterans and told their stories. They also had a speaker who was once a student there as the main speaker YPD officer William Ward and former Marine 11/11/2009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Herman Adams listens as Rear Admiral Julius Ceaser speaks during a Veterans Day Event at VFW Post 6488 on Coitsville-Hubbard Rd. on Wednesday morning.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay -----Carlos Irizarry sings 'God Bless America" as he and his fellow students put on a show for the veterans in attendance at the West Elementary School in Boardman 111120009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Herman Adams listens as Rear Admiral Julius Ceaser speaks during a Veterans Day Event at VFW Post 6488 on Coitsville-Hubbard Rd. on Wednesday morning.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild John Phillips, a resident of Hubbard and Army Specialist during the first Gulf War, bows his head in reflection during a Veterans Day Event at Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard Wednesday afternoon. "I liked it," said the three year veteran of the school's annual festivities, "my kid likes having me come."

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Vets day program as parents and Veterans had lunch with the students at West Elementary in Boardman - Kindergarten student Christopher Yambar. tells his 'vet' dad Bob about lunch and the program 111120009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Logan DiPiero, age 6 and a first grader in Mrs. Hudak's class, waves an American Flag while patriotic music was played during a Veterans Day Event at Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild John Phillips, a resident of Hubbard and Army Specialist during the first Gulf War, bows his head in reflection during a Veterans Day Event at Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard Wednesday afternoon. "I liked it," said the three year veteran of the school's annual festivities, "my kid likes having me come."

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Rear Admiral Julius S. Caesar speaks to attendees during a Veterans Day Event at VFW Post 6488 on Coitsville-Hubbard Rd. on Wednesday morning.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay --- Betty Harris wore her WAC outfit as she received a round of applause after the students heard her story of her service to her country as A salute to veterans as the Canfield Middle School students - interviewed veterans and told their stories. They also had a speaker who was once a student there as the main speaker YPD officer William Ward and former Marine 11/11/2009

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Anthony Gaglardi, age 6 and a first grader in Mrs. Hudak's class, listens to a playing of the National Anthem during a Veterans Day Event at Roosevelt Elementary in Hubbard Wednesday afternoon.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Herman Adams listens as Rear Admiral Julius Ceaser speaks during a Veterans Day Event at VFW Post 6488 on Coitsville-Hubbard Rd. on Wednesday morning.

Published on November 11, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Angelo Italiano of Youngstown wore his WW II uniform as his escorts for lunch and the program at West Elementary were Maria Higgs Sydney Reber first graders 111120009

Published on November 11, 2009

Published on November 11, 2009

Published on November 11, 2009

Special to The Vindicator ‘G’ is for ghost! Some of Mrs. Hamrock’s eighth-graders visited the morning and afternoon preschool classes at St. Patrick School in Hubbard recently. Since Halloween was on the way, the students read Halloween stories and made ghosts for the preschoolers to take home. The eighth-grade class participates in St. Patrick’s preschool reading program. Throughout the school year, students visit local preschools to read holiday stories and do a craft project with the children.

Published on November 11, 2009

Published on November 11, 2009

SOLEMN CEREMONY: Tim Daniels, a music major at YSU, plays taps at the conclusion of the ceremony on Veterans Plaza. The names of 64 former YSU students and alumni who died in the line of duty while serving in the military were read during the program. Most died in World War II.

Published on November 10, 2009

REMEMBERING: Paul Sovik of Youngstown looks through some old pictures that bring back memories of the battles he fought in during World War II in the Pacific. He enlisted in the Marine Corps on Dec. 8, 1941, the day after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

Published on November 10, 2009

HONORING THE VETERANS: Members of Youngstown State University’s Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program served as honor guards at the university’s annual Veterans Day ceremony. Presenting the colors during Tuesday’s program are, from left, David Bruno of New Wilmington, Pa.; Brad Wheeler of Carrollton; Roger St. Julian of Cortland; and Kelli Phillips of Austintown.

Published on November 10, 2009

Herman Starks receives a a check from Publisher's Clearing House for $10,000 on Tuesday afternoon.

Published on November 10, 2009

TWO PURPLE HEARTS: Glenn Buzzard of Hubbard was wounded twice during World War II, the first on Tinian Island and the second on Iwo Jima. He was a member of D Company, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, 4th Marine Division all through the war.

Published on November 10, 2009

LUCKY WINNER: The Publishers Clearing House’s Kaitlyn McCoy, of Long Island, presents a check for $10,000 to Herman Starks at his home in Liberty on Tuesday afternoon.

Published on November 10, 2009

YSU diver Casey Hill

Published on November 10, 2009

YSU diver Casey Hill

Published on November 10, 2009

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT: Youngstown State freshman diver Casey Hill practices at the university’s natatorium on Tuesday. Hill has finished first in six meets in her freshman season and not lower than third. Her performances have led to increased expectations by her coach, Nick Gavolas.

Published on November 10, 2009

Special to The Vindicator FALL FASHIONS: During a fall fair at Jackson Milton Elementary School, from left, Olivia Johnson, Korie Gross, Miranda Keck and Katie Matasy were chosen as the best dressed for fall haunting. Not pictured are Frank Yacucci, Dave and Shirley Pinney, Leah Condon and Steve Marshall, members of the Kiwanis Club of Western Mahoning County who judged the fall fashion event. Brian Higgins, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters, was a recent speaker at the Kiwanis Club, which meets at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at A La Cart in Canfield. The club recently conducted a cereal drive to benefit Operation Blessing in Canfield. For more information contact Barb Smith at (330) 502-1460.

Published on November 10, 2009

Youngstown Fire Department Chief Fire Inspector Marcia Harris.

Published on November 10, 2009

TENNIS ANYONE? Mike Phelps of Boardman enjoys a game of tennis at Boardman Park, enjoying the unseasonably warm weather Monday.

Published on November 10, 2009

HE’S GOT IT: Frank Susor of Boardman took to the tennis courts in Boardman Park to enjoy spring temperatures in November. He and his playing partner Mike Phelps hit a few balls Monday. The high temperature for Sunday and Monday in the Mahoning Valley passed 70 degrees while the Saturday high was 66. The average high for the area for this time of the year is 51 to 52 degrees.

Published on November 10, 2009

Lorenza Barnette

Published on November 10, 2009

ENJOYING THE WEATHER: Taking a break after a round of golf at the Mahoning Country Club in Girard are, from left, Skip Robinson, Bill Murphy, Tom Case, Pete Morrison, Marty Willmitch and Frank Richards. With temperatures in the mid-60s on Monday, area golfers got a chance to hit the links.

Published on November 10, 2009

The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild Salem's Amy Scullion hits the ball past Southeast's Emily Gahagan (7) and Kelsey Tuttle(27) at Boardman High School on Tuesday evening.

Published on November 9, 2009

Special to The Vindicator THANK YOU, VETERANS! Whispering Oaks Retirement Community, 260 S. Buhl Farm Drive, Hermitage, honors its veterans and supports our troops. From left to right, front row, are Francis “Shorty” McCann, Bill Shaffer, Nick “Perp” Scarmack, Dominic Marletto, Dr. Ira Flamberg, John Dunkerly, and Art Langford. Second row: Joe Laslow, Wayne Clepper, Dr. John Blank, Joe Boyd, Don Bennett, Joe Baldwin, Jim Hancock, Tom Horseman, Russell Phillips, and bus driver Jim Summers. Third row: Sous Chef James Harris, Executive Chef Steve Brandt, Mel Lutton and Leland Howard. Not shown are Erma Blair, Dr. Joe Bolotin, Ralph Hudspeth, Chet Joyner, Ron Mackey, Andrew Prelee, and Reg Vernon. The public is invited to join in honoring the veterans at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday. It will be an outdoor ceremony with refreshments to follow. Donations of nonperishable items are appreciated, as they will be placed in packages to be sent to our soldiers. For more information, call (724) 347-3050.

Published on November 9, 2009

the campbell mascots

Published on November 8, 2009

MCDONALD - (10) Justin Rota lines up (10) Miles Chapman Saturday night. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

MCDONALD - The McDonald defense came up big on a goal line stand stopping (45) Matt Brickner Saturday night. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

MCDONALD - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

Published on November 7, 2009

MCDONALD - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

MCDONALD - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

MCDONALD - (31) Zach Tura picks up yardage against (10) Miles Chapman and (36) Jaren Wickham of the Chieftains defense Saturday night. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

MCDONALD - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

CVCA vs Girard

Published on November 7, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

Canfield vs Aurora

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - (4) Darius Patton has the ball go off his finger tips as (21) Doran Grant and (37) Mark Murphy defend on the play during their game Friday night in Poland. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - (34) Luke Wollet makes a nice attempt at a pass intended for (5) Dominique Mitchell during their game Friday night in Poland. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - (34) Luke Wollet is off on a long gain as he puts a move on (24) Mike Kagafas during their game Friday night in Poland. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

POLAND - (4) Darius Patton follows the blocking of (57) David McLaughlin for a big gain Friday night in Poland. - Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Field vs Mooney November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Robb

Published on November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Special to The Vindicator PICTURE THAT! A few of the donated pieces of art to be auctioned as a benefit for the Ursuline Sisters HIV/AIDS Ministry on Saturday are displayed by, from left, Cheryl Streb-Baran, clinic director; Jessica Sheppard, child and family program director; Brigid Kennedy, associate director; and Sister Kathleen Minchin, executive Director.

Published on November 6, 2009

Special to The Vindicator SHARING THE WEALTH: Funds to benefit needy veterans and their families were raised during a yearly reverse raffle and a Chinese auction sponsored by Catholic War Veterans Post 1292 of Youngstown at St. Mary Church in March. Mark Bell, director at the Veterans Administration Clinic on Belmont Avenue, at left, accepted the $1,200 donation during a meeting with, from left, Al Bisker, CWV Post 1292 trustee; Lovel Henderson Jr., volunteer service officer at the clinic; and Gary Barnes, commander of CWV Post 1292.

Published on November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

Published on November 6, 2009

William M. Small and Alison M. Joseph

Published on November 4, 2009

Bradford Porterfield and Amanda Danks

Published on November 4, 2009

Keith Hallas and Julie Christensen

Published on November 4, 2009

David Coccoli and Jillian Antonucci

Published on November 4, 2009

Mary-Margaret Dolansky and Michael Kohut

Published on November 4, 2009

Christopher O'Hara and Jennifer Casey

Published on November 4, 2009

Special to The Vindicator ARTIFACT: One of the Hubbard Historical Society’s recent acquisitions is the piece pictured above. If anyone has knowledge about the history of this unusual piece, the society would like to hear from you. Other artifacts recently acquired are a baby bed, child’s highchair and a baby buggy, all dating from the early 1900s. The society’s annual dinner will take place Nov. 12 at Frankie’s Main Street Cafe. Entertainment will be provided by the Hubbard High School Choir. For information, phone Vice President Tess Hickey at (330) 534-3885.

Published on November 4, 2009

Special to The Vindicator GRANT: Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries recently received a $4,000 grant from The Dominion Foundation to support Youngstown Radio Reading Services. YRRS, which operates over the side-band of WYSU-FM, is a nonprofit, private-channel radio station for people who are blind and print-impaired and is a service of Goodwill. The money was used for equipment and general support of the station. From left are Mike Muder, chief broadcast engineer, YRRS; Anne Bomar, vice president and general manager, Dominion East Ohio; Mike Bosela, radio reading service coordinator, YRRS; and Terry Bishop, philanthropy manager, The Dominion Foundation of Dominion East Ohio.

Published on November 4, 2009

Sheldon Brogdon

Published on November 4, 2009

BELATED HONOR: Robert Shuttleworth, 80, is a Navy veteran. he was recently awarded an honorary high school diploma by Weathersfield schools, where he attended until he joined the Navy at age 16.

Published on November 4, 2009

Special to The Vindicator REUNITED: On Oct. 3, The David Anderson High School Class of 1969, of Lisbon, had an impromptu gathering to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their graduation. The event, which took place at Mark’s Landing at Guilford Lake, was a casual afternoon gathering. It was organized by Mary Beth Boso, Sarah Nicholson Haines and Saunie Pickens Hall. The class had 99 graduates. Twenty-four of them were able to attend the reunion. From left to right, seated, are Gary Haney, Curt Bacon, Dave Hughes and Saunie Pickens Hall. In the second row are Janette Buckley Pettigrew, Mary Kennedy Melhorn, Mary Ann Belaney Burton, Mary Beth Boso, and Carol Lewton Deichler. In the third row are Greg Hall, Sarah Nicholson Haines, Bill Pahanish, Bunny Ieropoli, Cathy Sinsley Nicholson, Melinda Loch Belaney, Betsy Blocksom Barringer, and Alana Bittner. Rounding out the alumni, in the fourth row, are Lee McMillan, Randy Muntean, Dave Belaney, Allan Neel, Jim Crosser, Bud Martin, and Harry Fowler.

Published on November 3, 2009

Special to The Vindicator CLEANING UP: Canfield Rotarians filled dozens of garbage bags with trash found on the stretch of Route 46 between Shields and Kirk roads. Twice a year, club members spruce up this area as part of the Adopt-A-Highway program. The Canfield cleanup team is organized by Jim Petuch, the head of the Mahoning County Green Team. In front, from left, are Don Herriott, Anthony Nacarato and his son Joey, and Jim Petuch. In back, from left, are Tom Christoff, Sam Boak, Dale Bradshaw, John Morvay and Tom Walker. Taking the picture was Rotarian Mike Raulin.

Published on November 3, 2009

GETTING REACQUAINTED: Canfield Patrolman Paul Lasky walks through the cafeteria of Canfield High School and converses with students. Lasky returned to his place as the school resource officer for Canfield Local Schools on Monday after a two-month absence.

Published on November 3, 2009

THEFT: An empty space marks the location of a stolen piece of art on a fence on Wick Avenue on Youngstown’s North Side. Thirty seven artworks were hung on the fence Oct. 24. Three were stolen early Saturday morning. The urban beautification project is the work of Art Youngstown.

Published on November 3, 2009

SERVE AND PROTECT: Paul Lasky, juvenile officer with the Canfield Police Department, displays this badge at Canfield High School. Lasky has more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement and has been involved with Canfield schools since 2000.

Published on November 3, 2009

READY TO GO: Joe Rakocy, foreground, and John Ferraro, employees at the Mahoning County Board of Elections, get supplies ready for polling locations at the county’s South Side Annex on Market Street in Youngstown. Today is Election Day in Ohio and Pennsylvania.

Published on November 3, 2009

UHS captains

Published on November 3, 2009

UHS student section

Published on November 3, 2009

UHS student section

Published on November 3, 2009

UHS student section

Published on November 3, 2009

Rawr

Published on November 3, 2009

UHS student section

Published on November 3, 2009

Published on November 2, 2009

Published on November 2, 2009

Published on November 2, 2009

Published on November 2, 2009

Special to The Vindictor CELEBRATION: Area businesses and individuals are being asked to become sponsors for the fifth annual Celebration of Scouting Breakfast, which will mark Scouting’s 100th anniversary. The event has been planned by the Friends of Scouting for 7:15 a.m. March 9 at the Holiday Inn in Boardman in an effort to raise $40,000 for Scouting in this district. Honored at the breakfast will be Eagle Scout John Wolboldt and Judge Theresa Dellick, and the speakers will be Eagle Scouts James Evans of Boardman and William Wainio of Poland. Members of the FOS steering committee are, from left, front row, Chuck Whitman, George Grim, Dave Deibel, Gwen Smith, district representative Sarah Marino, Bob Zedaker and Rory Phelan, and in back, Brad Henderson, George Basista, Beth Basista, Mark Luke, Elinor Zedaker and Shar Phelan. For more information, contact Sarah Marino, (330) 774-5160.

Published on November 2, 2009

Special to The Vindicator UNITY: Three generations are represented in a martial-arts training class conducted at Master Park Martial Arts International. Among those participating in or supporting the program are, from left, Master Park; Branden St. Clair, 13, who was the first in his family to get involved in martial arts; his mother, Patricia, holding his sister, Tori; his father, Brian; and his grandmother, Wendy, and grandfather, Robert St. Clair. The family has found martial-arts training promotes good health and fun while helping participants develop confidence, a positive attitude, discipline, respect and courtesy. For more information, call (330) 965-9000 or e-mail masterpark@masterpark.com.

Published on November 2, 2009

Pat Gaughan, YSU Business Community Laison , far right,conducts a meeting of The Garden Cub Angels Monday 10-19-09 at the Youngsotwn Business Incubator. wd lewis

Published on November 1, 2009

The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara---- Lynn Kirk Elementary School's Pumpkin Pageant

Published on November 1, 2009

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay ----- Tom Antonishak, a Poland artist who developed an iPhone application. ---10282009

Published on November 1, 2009

Pat Gaughan, YSU Business Community Laison conducts a meeting of The Garden Cub Angels Monday 10-19-09 at the Youngsotwn Business Incubator. wd lewis

Published on November 1, 2009

The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara---- Lynn Kirk Elementary School's Pumpkin Pageant

Published on November 1, 2009

The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara---- Lynn Kirk Elementary School's Pumpkin Pageant

Published on November 1, 2009

The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara---- L-R Christian Cosa (6) Alexis Ellinos (7) Matthew Smutney (8) and Alana Bowser (8) are winners at Lynn Kirk Elementary School's Pumpkin Pageant

Published on November 1, 2009

Published on November 1, 2009