The Vindicator's 2018 Readers Choice

1ST Annual Vindicator Readers’ Choice Award Winners

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to the winners of

The Vindicator’s 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards!

Hundreds of our readers throughout communities of the Mahoning Valley have voted and chosen their favorites in 104 categories of local business. Look for their recognition in the form of banners and certificates bearing our Readers Choice logo and shop them often!

We thank our readers for taking the time to cast their votes and congratulate the businesses whose hard work and customer service efforts are appreciated by us all.

Readers’ Choice Ballot Winners

107 Vindicator Square, Youngstown, Ohio 44503 www.vindy.com • 330.747.1471

1st Place - $100 gift card Shirley Gartland, Youngstown 2nd Place - $50 gift card Anna Braund, Canfield 3rd Place - $25 gift card Rich Rogenski, North Jackson

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Congratulations to The Vindicator’s 2018 Readers’ Choice Winners

The Valley’s favorite place to shop for:

Groceries.............................................................................................................Giant Eagle Meat.................................................................................................................Rulli Brothers Produce...........................................................................................................Rulli Brothers Candy..................................................................................................... Gorant Chocolatier Baked goods..........................................................................................Classic Bakery Inc. Mens fashions.................................................................................................... J.C. Penney Womens fashions........................................................................................................ Kohl’s Childrens clothing....................................................................................................... Kohl’s Mens formalwear..................................................................Rondinelli Tuxedo Company Womens bridal/formalwear.............................................................................The Winner Jewelry...................................................................................................... Komara Jewelers Cosmetics.......................................................................................................... Ulta Beauty New car/trucks.................................................................Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC

CHURCHILL COMMONS

Used car/trucks.............................................................................. Greenwood Chevrolet Motorcycles.................................................................................Warren Harley-Davidson Tires..........................................................................................Flynn’s Tire & Auto Service Outdoor/sporting goods................................................................Dick’s Sporting Goods Lawn equipment.........................................................................................................Lowe’s Lawn and garden......................................................................................The Home Depot Patio/outdoor furniture.............................................................................................Lowe’s Tools and hardware....................................................................................................Lowe’s Appliances.........................................................................Sheely’s Furniture & Appliance Flooring........................................................................................The Don Booth Company Furniture............................................................................Sheely’s Furniture & Appliance Mattresses................................................................................ Sleepy Hollow Sleep Shop

Favorite Place to Shop for

Groceries

Thank You For Choosing Us!

4700 Belmont Ave. • Youngstown 44505

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Favorite FENCING COMPANY

YOUNGSTOWN FENCE Pictured: Sue and Frank Mikitaw

235 E. Indianola Avenue • Youngstown, OH 44507 Phone: 330.788.8110 Thank you to The Vindicator readers who voted us

FAVORITE FENCING COMPANY! With over 75 years fencing experience, you can be rest assured that we can handle any fence requirement you may have.

We only use high quality materials and professional installation!

Call Us for a

FREE ESTIMATE! CONTACT US TODAY! 330.788.8110

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Favorite PEST CONTROL COMPANY

Grace Exterminating Pictured: Brad and Rose Grace

330-799-7900 1-800-231-PEST (7378) Thank you to The Vindicator readers who voted us

FAVORITE PEST CONTROL COMPANY!

WINNER

It wouldn’t be possible without our great customers and wonderful staff to assist them!

GOT BUGS? “Just Say GRACE!”

715 N. MERIDIAN RD. YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44509 WWW. GRACESERVICE. COM

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Favorite PLACE TO SHOP FOR JEWELRY

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The Valley’s favorite place to be: Apartment community...........................................................Westchester Square Apartments Senior living community........................................................................... Ohio Living Park Vista College/university..........................................................................Youngstown State University Hotel/motel........................................................... Holiday Inn Youngstown-South (Boardman) Park..............................................................................................................Mill Creek MetroParks Place to hike/walk/bike.............................................................................Mill Creek MetroParks Place to golf.................................................................................................Mill Creek Golf Course Place to worship..........................................................................................Saint Christine Parish Private school...............................................................................................Ursuline High School Public school..........................................................................................Boardman Local Schools

KOMARA JEWELERS Pictured: Brianna Komara Pridon and Rob Komara

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Winery............................................................................................................ Mastropietro Winery

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Congratulations to The Vindicator’s 2018 Readers’ Choice Winners

Voted!

FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT DONUTS & PASTRIES

and FAVORITE PLACE FOR COFFEE

The Valley’s favorite service providers: Auto service/repair shop.......................................................................... Greenwood Chevrolet Beauty salon................................................................................................................Famous Hair Bank/credit union...............................................................................................Huntington Bank Investment broker....................................................................................................Edward Jones Insurance company....................................................................................State Farm Insurance Funeral home....................................................................................Lane Family Funeral Homes Law firm........................................................................................Johnson & Johnson Law Office Nursing home............................................................................................ Shepherd of the Valley Reception/event hall....................................................................Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center Photographer/videographer........................................................................ Robert Senn Studio Mobile phone service...............................................................................................................AT&T Veterinary services .............................................................................................Veterinary Clinic

Favorite PLACE TO SHOP FOR FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

Thank You to All Our Guests

WINNER

Sheely’s Furniture and Appliances Thank you to our customers from your friends at Sheely’s Furniture and Appliances.

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Favorite PLACE TO SHOP FOR WOMEN’S BRIDAL/FORMALWEAR

THANK YOU for Voting ea ers o ce Readers Choice R d Ch i for Best Bridal and Special Occasion 32 W. STATE ST. / SHARON, PA / 724-346-9466 / GOWN-TOWN.COM M-F: 10A - 9P / SAT: 10A - 6P / SUN: 11A - 5P

Thank you for choosing Lowes as your favorite place to shop for

THE WINNER Pictured, from left: Amanda Cowan (General Manager), Renee Blake, Shayona Harrison, Venesta Kirk and Ashley Hanning

Favorite PLACE TO SHOP FOR LAWN EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & HARDWare

~Lawn Equipment~ ~Patio & Outdoor Furniture~ ~Tools & Hardware~ It is our distinct honor and pleasure to serve you every day. Please contact us for all your home improvement needs at (330)-965-4500.

LOWE’S

Lowest Home Improvement

1100 Doral Dr. | Boardman, OH 44514 | 330-965-4500

Pictured, from left: (front) Ayanna McKinney and Erica Hiznay; (back) Tony Laurie, Meredith Pettit, Joe Vesa, Tricia Heasley and Jim Koenig

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Favorite PLACE TO EAT PIZZA

WEDGEWOOD PIZZA Pictured: Filomena and Fernando Riccioni

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING US AS YOUR

FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT PIZZA! FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED FOR 51 YEARS 1620 & 1622 S. RACCOON ROAD AUSTINTOWN, OHIO 44515

(330) 799-2102 Boardman (330) 726-2010 • Howland (330) 609-6699 • Salem (330) 332-2014 OPEN DAILY: SUN. TO THURS. 11AM - 11PM FRI. TO SAT. 11AM - 12AM

www.wedgewoodpizza.com

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Favorite PLACE TO EAT ITALIAN FOOD

SALVATORE’S ITALIAN GRILL Pictured: Lucignano Michele and Michele Carannante

Thank You to The Vindicator readers for voting us

Favorite Italian Restaurant!

It wouldn’t be possible without our staff who does a wonderful job on a daily basis.

A big thank you to our loyal customers who made this possible.

If you haven’t tried us yet, stop in today!

Don’t forget to ask about our holiday specials. Our gift cards make great gifts!

WE DO CATERING, TOO!

Salvatore’s Italian Grill Austintown wn 4831 Mahoning Ave. Austintown, OH 44515 330.799.2285

www.mysalvatores.com

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WINNER ~ THE FAVORITE PRIVATE SCHOOL Learn more about the benefits of an Ursuline education by attending Prospective Parent Night on Wednesday, November 7 at 7 pm in the Deibel Morley Arts Center. Visit our website below and select November 7 to RSVP.

• Ursuline High School is ranked the #1 Private School in the Mahoning Valley by Niche Marketing and is the Vindicator’s “Reader’s Choice” for private schools.

• Our Catholic Faith permeates all aspects of the Ursuline experience.

• Ursuline provides a safe and supportive environment for learning.

• Ursuline’s Advanced Placement (AP), Honors, and Dual Credit Curriculum provides students with the opportunity to earn college credit in high school and challenge themselves academically. Ursuline’s AP pass rate is 81%, which compares favorably to the 61% state average.

• All students benefit from Ursuline’s college preparatory curriculum that offers personalized support so that all students can achieve.

• Ursuline’s instructional technology program, including the 1:1 Chromebook program, provides students with the skills and training they need in the digital age.

• The Fine and Performing Arts are thriving at Ursuline.

Students may participate in digital and traditional art classes, Marching & Concert Bands, theatre performances, the Speech and Debate Team and more!

• Students have the opportunity to play 17 different varsity sports in the rich Urusline athletic tradition.

• Ursuline’s extensive financial aid program awarded $500,000 in aid for the 2018-2019 school year.

www.ursuline.com

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Favorite REAL ESTATE AGENT

KELLY WARREN Kelly Warren of Kelly Warren & Associates was voted favorite real estate agent.

#TrustDriven 2 Great Locations To Serve You

Thank You For Choosing Us Favorite Place To Shop For A Pre-owned Car & Truck and Favorite Auto Service & Repair Shop

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Favorite REAL ESTATE COMPANY

The Valley’s favorite

home service providers: Home builder................................................................................................ Master Plan Builders Real estate agency..................................................................................................Howard Hanna Real estate agent.........................................................................................................Kelly Warren Home inspector........................................................................................ Elite Home Inspections Mortgage company....................................................................................... Home Savings Bank Title company....................................................................................... Assurance Land Title Inc. Home remodeler..............................................................................Alexander Construction Inc. Roofing company..................................................................................Groover Roofing & Siding Window & siding company...........................................................Window World of Youngstown Fencing company..................................................................................... Youngstown Fence Inc. Landscaping company...................................................................................... The Lawn Ranger Pool/spa company....................................................................................Rhiel Supply Company Heating & cooling company......................................................WW Heating & Air Conditioning Plumbing service company........................................................Sorriento’s Sewer & Drain LLC Carpet cleaning company.................................................................................. Stanley Steemer Pest control company.................................................................................. Grace Exterminating Emergency restoration company................................ Service Master by Lewis Construction

HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES Pictured: The team from Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, Poland Office.

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Congratulations to The Vindicator’s 2018 Readers’ Choice Winners

The Valley’s favorite place to eat:

WINNER

Thank you for voting us

FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT AMERICAN FOOD

330-750-6062

3535 UPLAND AVE., COITSVILLE, OH 44436

Breakfast............................................................Perkin’s Restaurant and Bakery Lunch................................................................................................ Panera Bread American food......................................................................... Bogey’s Bar & Grill Italian food.........................................................................Salvatore’s Italian Grill Mexican food...................................................... El Vallarta Mexican Restaurant Chinese food..................................................................................House of China Japanese/Sushi....................................................................................Mizu Sushi Other ethnic food..............................................Zenobia Middle Eastern Cuisine Donuts & pastries......................................................................... Dunkin Donuts Barbecue................................................................................. Barry Dyngle’s Pub Burgers.................................................................................. Coaches Burger Bar Chicken....................................................................................................Chick-fil-A Coffee............................................................................................. Dunkin Donuts Deli food................................................................................Kravitz Delicatessen Hotdogs............................................................................Jay’s Famous Hot Dogs Ice cream & frozen yogurt............................... Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream Pizza..........................................................................................Wedgewood Pizza Steak...........................................................................................Texas Roadhouse Subs & sandwiches................................................................................... Subway Wings................................................................................Quaker Steak and Lube

Thank You for Choosing Us as

WINNER

Favorite Place To Shop For Motorcycles 2102 Elm Rd, Cortland, OH 44410

(330) 395-4700

www.warrenharleydavidson.com

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Favorite PLACE TO EAT DELI FOOD

KRAVITZ DELIcatessen Pictured: Jack Kravitz and his team

Thank You For Voting Us

Favorite Place To Eat Deli Food

WINNER

3135 Belmont Ave. Youngstown, Ohio 44505 (330) 759-7889

Garden Café @ Millcreek Park (330) 779-8201

Thanks For Voting US! Thank you for allowing us to serve the community for over 40 years.

We appreciate the vote from the Readers’ Choice for reception/event hall. www.mranthonyseventcenter.com 7440 South Avenue • Boardman, Ohio • 44512

Phone: 330-758-5721 Fax: 330-758-7568

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1 CHIROPRACTOR BURY CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER 4030 Boardman-Canfield Rd, Ste. 1006 Canfield, OH 44406

330-702-5555 Dr. Troy M. Bury

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Favorite DENTIST

BRAYDICH DENTAL Pictured, from left: Dr. Mark Braydich, Melissa Kiger, Heather Brown, Darcie Vulcan, Cindy Ross, Michele Miller, Debbie White, Danielle Arnold, Dr. Steve Orlosky

WESTCHESTER SQUARE APARTMENTS Thanks to Our Wonderful Employees, Our Awesome Residents Voted us #1 in the Valley.

Come be a good neighbor in a community of good neighbors.

330-799-5758 Mon-Sat 10-5 • Sun 12-5

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Favorite PLACE TO EAT SUBS & SANDWICHES

SUBWAY Pictured: Sherri Decker and Caitlin Stanavich

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Favorite gastroenterology clinic

The Valley’s favorite

health and fitness places: Hospital.........................................................Mercy Health/St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Family doctor.....................................................................................................John M. Koval, MD Pediatric doctor.........................................................................................Manuel M. Spirtos, MD Home health care group.......................................................................Mercy Health Home Care Heart care doctor........................................................................................David A. Hoffman, DO Chiroproactor.......................................................................................................Troy M. Bury, DC Cosmetic surgeon..............................................................................................Robert Lewis, MD Dentist............................................................................. Braydich Dental - Mark Braydich, DDS Eyecare/vision center................................................................................... Eye Care Associates Hearing specialist/center....................................................................Centers for Hearing Care Orthopedic doctor................................................................................Raymond J. Boniface. MD Podiatrist/center..............................................................................Ankle and Footcare Centers Nutritionist/dietitian.............................................James G. Leone, DC - NutriMost Boardman Weight loss center.........................................................................Weight Watchers - Boardman Womens health doctor...............................................................................James E. Leonelli, MD Gastroenterology clinic.....................................................Board Certified Gastroenterologists Fitness/health club........................................................................... Planet Fitness Youngstown Day spa.......................................................................................................Casal’s de’Spa & Salon Rec center....................................................................................................YMCA of Youngstown

BOARD CERTIFIED GastroenterologISTS Pictured from left: Michele Lydic, Dr. Maycon, Erika Williams, Dr. Youssef, Amy Wade, Ramona Pullin, Cheryl Roddy, Laura Cesario, Lauren Trittschuh

Boardman, Columbiana, Warren & Liberty Gastroenterology Group

Board Certified Gastroenterologists

with Offices in Boardman, Columbiana, Warren & Liberty 235 E. Rt. 14 • 1622 E. Market St. • 1220 Boardman Canfield Rd. • 630 Gypsy Ln.

Thank You For Voting Us Favorite Gastroenterology Clinic!

Offering a full range of services...

• Colon Cancer Screening • Liver and Pancreas Treatment • Painless, Non-Surgical Hermorrhoid Treatment • Relief from Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome • Hepatitis Management • Capsule Endoscopy • Treatment for Chronic Heartburn and Indigestion • Treatment for Difficulity Swallowing

(330) 743-9255 / (330) 726-0131 / (330) 892-7400 www.northeastohiogastro.com

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Favorite nutritionist/dietitian

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Favorite burger

Coaches Burger Bar

James G. Leone, DC

Pictured: Patrick and Stacy Howlett

I appreciate Your Vote of Confidence!

Please Enjoy “I am honored to Our Customer be chosen as your Appreciation Special! favorite nutritionist 25% OFF Your Weight /dietitian Loss Program Plus Free Thank You...” Initial Consultation James G. Leone DC

(OFFER GOOD UNTIL NOV. 30, 2018)

LOSE 20 POUNDS GUARANTEED!*

Boardman

6775 Applewood Blvd.

James G. Leone, D.C.

330.727.1407

www.NUTRIMOSTreviews.com *NutriMost guarantees 20 pounds of weight loss by the end of 70 days for clients participating in the NutriMost Weight Loss Program. If you have not lost 20 pounds at any point during the 70 days, your NutriMost office will refund a pro-rated amount of your program fee proportionate to your weight loss success. For example, if you were to lose a maximum of 18 pounds during the NutriMost program, you would be entitled to a refund equal to 10% of the purchase price. **Not including cost of program fees.

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Favorite PLACE TO SHOP FOR MEAT & PRODUCE

RULLI BROS. Pictured: Ed Demsky, Mr. Frank Rulli, Susan Ineman, Sara White, Mark Rulli, PJ Dull, Bill Koonse, George LaRosa, Andrew Rush

Honored to be part of your universe Thank you for honoring us in The Vindicator Readers’ Choice Awards. We’re proud to be among your favorites because we’re proud of our commitment to improve the quality of your life and the health of our community.

Thank you for your vote of confidence!

Favorite place to shop for

PRODUCE & MEAT

WINNER

Learn more at mercy.com

AUSTINTOWN

BOARDMAN

330-799-3477

330-726-0777

Corner of Kirk Rd. & Raccoon Rd.

Monday-Friday 9am-8pm; Saturday 9am-7pm

F O R T H E U N I V E R S E O F YO U

At South Ave. & Maple

Monday-Friday 9am-8pm; Saturday 9am-7pm

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Thank You For Voting us Your #1 Eye Care Provider

We are accep�ng new pa�ents for all loca�ons: 1075 W. Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH • 10 Du�on Drive, Youngstown, OH 4060 North River Road NE, Warren, OH • 242 W. 5th Street, East Liverpool, OH

We are happy to announce that Eye Care Associates is expanding our panel of providers and specialists to be�er serve our pa�ents.

At Eye Care Associates, everything we do revolves around the care of our pa�ents. We’re always looking for new and be�er ways to keep your eyes healthy and your vision the best that it can be. �� Fully Integrated Regional Eye Care Provider with 4 loca�ons spanning across Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana coun�es �� Primary Eye Care: General Ophthalmology and Optometry �� Fellowship trained Ophthalmologists in Glaucoma, Re�na, Pediatrics, Cornea and Ocuoloplas�cs To schedule an appointment please call our office:

330-746-7691

SERVICES

Laser Cataract Surgery Tradi�onal Cataract Surgery Glaucoma Treatment Re�nal Treatment Corneal Treatment Treatment for Pediatric Eye Diseases LASIK and Epi-LASEK Oculoplas�c (Eyelid) Surgery Botox Cosme�c & Juvederm Injec�ons The EyeWear Gallery La�sse for Eyelashes SkinMedica & MD Rejuvena Nature’s Eye Vitamins PRN Dry Eye Omega Vitamins www.eyecareassociates.com www.facebook.com/EyeCareAssociates

Keith Wilson, MD • Hai-Shiuh Wang, MD • Sergul Erzurum, MD • Lyn Yakubov, MD • John Aey, MD • Sarah Smith, MD Zafar Sheik, MD • Augus�ne Kellis, MD • Gene Johnson, MD • Julieta Ryder, MD • Joseph Coney, MD • Shawn Lewis, MD Guy Barre�, OD • Chad Shultz, OD • Thomas Grischow, OD

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