In the third year of developing our Japanese garden, I began planning my trees. Naturally, I turned my attention to Japanese maples. The history of these trees is amazing. Twenty-three species of understory trees in Japan, China and Korea have given rise to thousands of varieties, cultivars, ...

Neil from Struthers: I want to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds this year. But I’m confused about what kind of soil I should use — soil, garden soil or potting mix? Can you help? David: Neil, that’s a good question. There are differences between soil, potting mix and garden ...

Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact: • OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. • ...

YOUNGSTOWN — Bishop David J. Bonnar of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown has appointed Madeleine Francisco as director of campus ministry, effective July 1. Francisco will oversee Catholic campus ministry at various colleges and universities within the diocese. Francisco also will ...

YOUNGSTOWN — The Hungarian Presbyterian Church, 745 Mahoning Ave. in Youngstown, will close its doors with the final service set Aug. 3. Diane Nemeth, clerk of the church, said a letter was sent to the church membership informing them of the closure and what will take place for the ...

PRAYER VIGIL AND RALLY: The United Pastors, Clergy and Community Leaders Against the Violence will host a kickoff Stop the Violence community prayer vigil and rally at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Hillman Street parking lot of New Bethel Baptist Church, 1524 Hillman St,, Youngstown. Gathering time ...