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Bridge by Steve Becker

This deal was played in the 1978 World Women’s Pairs Championship. When Elizabeth Havas and Barbara McDonald of Australia held the North-South hands, the bidding went as shown. The opening two-notrump bid, as played by them, indicated a weak hand containing at least five cards in each of the minor suits. With her 23 high-card points and excellent clubs, South naturally carried on to six clubs, which East doubled. East’s double was very questionable. As a general rule, it is unwise to double a slam voluntarily reached when the double might make the play of the hand easier for ...

First Friday speaker stresses ‘moral courage’

CANFIELD — Although she had not visited the area before April 9, Kerry Alys Robinson, president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), said she already feels a connection to the Mahoning Valley. “I love this work because of the mission and because of the people with whom I work and the people that I get to meet on occasions like this," Robinson said. "Speaking of faith-filled, merciful Catholic leaders in Youngstown, I am filled with gratitude for and admiration of Rachel Hrbolich, diocesan director of Catholic Charities Diocese of Youngstown. Rachel is deeply respected ...

Religion news

PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: Progressive Baptist Church, 2258 Colonial Ave. SE, Warren, will celebrate the first pastoral anniversary for Pastor Daniel Johnson and First Lady Jackie Johnson at 11 a.m. Sunday. Guest speaker is Elder Jeremiah Summerlin of Hoyt Street Flourishing Ministries Church of God in Christ KING OF KINGS: Agape Assembly Church, 426 Nevada Ave. SW, Warren, will present the play “King of Kings” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. FIRST FRIDAY: The First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown will welcome Mathew Schmalz, Ph.D., who will present “Global Catholicism and the Pope” at 6 ...

Finding volunteer opportunities for seniors

Volunteering is a rewarding experience that engages people from all walks of life. While young adults and adults in middle age may find it hard to squeeze volunteering into their schedules, retirees are free of many of the professional and personal obligations that prevent younger adults ...

How some seniors benefit from looking after their grandchildren

Modern seniors are spending a lot of time with their grandchildren, and much of that time is spent providing care for youngsters, which might be helping grandparents in some unique ways. According to the National Poll on Healthy Aging from the University of Michigan's Institute for ...