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Vindy.com News Podcast for April 19, 2007
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First Place Bank to remain a thrift
WARREN — First Place Bank uses the word bank in its name, but its top officials don’t
Austintown school bus schedule sparks discussion
AUSTINTOWN — Parents crowded into Fitch High School auditorium today for a meeting about next
McDonald schedules annual village cleanup
McDONALD — Within the next few weeks, the village should become cleaner and greener. The
Elderly man carjacked on Belmont Avenue
LIBERTY — Police are looking for a man who carjacked a 72-year-old Warren man on Belmont
Four guards at supermax prison face charges
YOUNGSTOWN — Three Ohio State Penitentiary corrections officers were arrested on assault
Youngstown water meetings in townships
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown officials will hold public forums next month in communities that
Taft Center proposals
YOUNGSTOWN — A downtown property redevelopment agency expects to award a contract to design
YSU will announce major donation
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University will announce a major donation to its Centennial
Trumbull is No. 3 in bear sightings in Ohio
WARREN — Trumbull County residents shouldn’t be surprised if they notice something big,
Youngstown school deficit rises
YOUNGSTOWN —  The Youngstown Board of Education will ask the state for a $16.4 million
YSU student robbed in parking deck
YOUNGSTOWN — A Youngstown State University student reported she was robbed by a man on the
GM wants 10-hour days at Lordstown without OT
LORDSTOWN —  General Motors wants to return to 10-hour shifts and use more nonunion
Adamrovich unlikely to ever return to prison work
LEAVITTSBURG — Though neither the union nor management will say for sure, the settlement
YSU Prayer Vigil for Virginia Tech victims
YOUNGSTOWN — About 70 students, staff and faculty at Youngstown State University gathered in
Virginia Tech victim has local ties
The godson of Mary Ellen Pellegrini of Girard was among the victims of a gunman who killed 32
Where to audition for singing and acting roles
<strong>ACTORS </strong>“The Hobbit,” “Just So Stories” and
Isleys now feature former Youngstowner
Clarence “Dr. Bobb” Ross is coming home. As a touring member of the Isley Brothers,
Lonestar's imminent split makes tour bittersweet
Being in a band is just like a marriage. Not only do you have to continuously work to keep it
'Love Among Russians' at Westminster College
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Theatre Westminster will present “Love Among the Russians”
Youth Theatre plans 'Jungle Book' performance
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre will present the musical “Walt
Police kill two large dogs that attacked man near Mill Creek Park
YOUNGSTOWN — A retired firefighter out walking his small dog near Mill Creek Park this morning
Three Ohio State Penitentiary guards charged with assault
YOUNGSTOWN — Three Ohio State Penitentiary corrections officers were arrested on assault
First Trumbull teen charged with having too many people in car
WARREN — A 16-year-old motorist has been charged under a new state law that limits the number
Supreme Court upholds partial birth abortion ban
WASHINGTON (AP) _ The Supreme Court upheld the nationwide ban on a controversial abortion procedure
YSU prayer vigil for Virginia Tech community is today
A prayer vigil for the victims, families and community of Virginia Tech University will be  
Republican withdraws from Warren mayor race
WARREN — Mary Theis, who filed to run as a Republican challenger to Democratic Warren Mayor
WEDDING-BELL NEWS | Who's getting married next
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Prom for seniors to be held at Girard center
GIRARD — The Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave., will host a
Seating is limited for benefit buffet lunch
BOARDMAN — Due to limited seating, tickets must be purchased in advance for the steak and
Chinese auction at Campbell school
CAMPBELL — St. Joseph the Provider School Home and School Association will sponsor a Chinese
Speedway sponsors food bank benefit
HARTFORD — Sharon Speedway, 3241 Orangeville-Custer Road, will kick off the racing season on
Relay for Life event to include breakfast
YOUNGSTOWN — Scheduled as part of the Youngstown Relay for Life Event to be held Friday and
Rainbow Tea set by Presbyterian women
YOUNGSTOWN — Butler Memorial Presbyterian Church Women will hold its annual Rainbow Tea at
NCNW state meeting planned at McGuffey Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — The National Council of Negro Women will hold a state meeting Saturday at
FOOD SALES | Sit-down and takeout events planned
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Vindy.com News Podcast for April 18, 2007
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Vindy.com News Podcast for April 19, 2007
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17 bodies found in schoolyards
The Iraqi prime minister said his government is talking to Sunni insurgent groups. BAGHDAD (AP) --
Windows of South Side home hit by gunfire
YOUNGSTOWN -- A woman told police that two front windows were hit by gunfire at her home in the 700
Cavs crave win, upset
Cleveland still has an outside shot at the No. 2 seed in the conference. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
Water supplier talks to trustees
Trustees gathered to hear more about the possibility of a new water supplier. By JEANNE STARMACK
Long before deadly attacks, gunman had been an enigma
School officials said Cho had posted a deadly warning on a school online forum. COMBINED
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Dariel T. Perez, 37, of 5681 Colgate Ave., Austintown, and
Small companies to fuel fund-raisers in future
Doug Sweeney, president of Sweeney Chevrolet, is chairman of the 2007 campaign. By WILLIAM K.
Stone shows independent streak
The singer has just turned 20 and is ready to show she's all grown up. By MARK KENNEDY
Experts find fixes for busy people
With the right ideas and know-how, anyone can come up with top-notch fare. By DIANE DAVIS
Many join cancer fight after disease hits home
Relay participants hope the money raised will help eradicate cancer. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Red-White lineups set for Friday game
The teams were drafted Tuesday for the 35th annual contest. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
Dollar takes a beating
Opinion: The euro is near a record high against the dollar -- one euro being worth about 1.36 -- and the
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Mass murders have a history
Opinion: By JAMES ALAN FOX LOS ANGELES TIMES Mass murder certainly wasn't invented with the 1966 Texas
Contest seeks best dancers in the Valley
THE VINDICATOR NILES -- The best dancers in the Mahoning Valley will be determined Sunday when a
SCHEDULE Penguins vs. Ottawa
April 11: Ottawa 6, Pittsburgh 3 Saturday: Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 3 Sunday: Ottawa 4, Pittsburgh 2
Mayor Williams worried by eminent domain bill
Williams challenges the Senate bill's definition of blight. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR
Official: Bills were a mistake
Struthers residents who paid the erroneous bills will receive a refund. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
"I knew when the number was so large that I would know at least one person on that list. I don't want to look at that list. It's just, it's going to be horrible."
Opinion: "I knew when the number was so large that I would know at least one person on that list. I don't
IRANIAN WEAPONS FOUND IN AFGHANISTAN, OFFICIAL SAYS
Iranian weapons found in Afghanistan, official says WASHINGTON -- U.S. forces recently intercepted
Today is Wednesday, April 18, the 108th day of 2007. There are 257 days left in the year. On this date in 1906, a devastating earthquake strikes San Francisco, followed by raging fires; estimates of
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, April 18, the 108th day of 2007. There are 257 days left in the year. On this
major league baseball ROUNDUP
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 2, Red Sox 1
A man with a plan
Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland told Valley senior citizens that he won't compromise on his top three
The sergeant has been disciplined nine times in 14 years.
The sergeant has been disciplined nine times in 14 years. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Trustees approve motions increasing police and fire forces
The township has seen an increase in the theft of copper from vacant homes. By SEAN BARRON
SCHEDULE Phantoms vs. U.S. National Team
Tuesday: Phantoms 2, U.S. National Team 1. Phantoms lead series, 1-0 Friday: U.S. National Team at
Salem to ask Perry Township to cancel joint fire district
The city wants to repeal two parts of the agreement that formed a fire district. By D.A. WILKINSON
Cheating is growing
Opinion: By ROBERT WHITCOMB THE PROVIDENCE JOURNAL Here's an irritating note for those who have been
Seasonings turns popcorn into lightweight treat
Dear Heloise: Since I am trying to watch my weight, one of my favorite snacks is popcorn. Of course,
SUMMER DRIVING Gas expected to average 2.81 a gallon
Gasoline prices are expected to peak in May. DENVER (AP) -- Uncertainty about refinery capacity in
You paid taxes? Sucker
Opinion: By TOM CARDAMONE WASHINGTON POST If only you'd stashed your money away from Uncle Sam's
AOL beats networks listing fall lineups
AOL's ad-supported initiatives will launch this fall or early in 2008. NEW YORK (AP) -- AOL is
Veteran referee gets suspension
Joey Crawford was suspended indefinitely after clash with Tim Duncan. NEW YORK (AP) -- NBA referee
Ethanol may cause more smog, deaths
Ethanol is worse than gasoline, the study's author said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Switching from
GM will spend 4.2B to build Opel Astra in European plants
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS FRANKFURT, Germany -- General Motors Corp. said Tuesday that it will spend 4.2
TODAY
TODAY 3 p.m. (FSN Ohio) (FSN Pitt) "NBA Action." 6:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) NBA: "Cavaliers Live." 7
The long wait is over: Boeckman gets his shot
But the fourth-year junior will get plenty of competition this spring and fall. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Conflict at the Smithsonian
Opinion: Washington Post: The top two Smithsonian officials who were paid big bucks for serving on the
"JERICHO" (8 P.M., CBS): MORE TROUBLE IS AFOOT IN "JERICHO" AS JAKE AND HAWKINS MAKE A TRIP TO NEW BERN, WHERE THEY FIND OUT THAT THE RESIDENTS THERE ARE PLANNING SOMETHING THAT PUTS JERICHO IN
"Jericho" (8 p.m., CBS): More trouble is afoot in "Jericho" as Jake and Hawkins make a trip to New
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1M lottery winner
1M lottery winner HOWLAND -- The Ohio Lottery Commission is waiting for a 1 million winner who
Bush too late in seeing the light
Opinion: The Bush White House seems driven by a secret doctrine that has gotten little public attention: The
Taxation brings out wit and wisdom
Opinion: By FRED R. SHAPIRO WASHINGTON POST In our fractious society, one of the few traditions that
SRU Earth Festival to feature free activities
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Slippery Rock University will host Earth Festival, with free activities for
FRIDAY
FRIDAY American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, will hold an all-you-can-eat fish fry
Phantoms come home with 1-0 advantage
Eric Ringel scored his first goal of the playoffs. ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- The Mahoning Valley
Prize winners
Prize winners The names of the 2006 Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way campaign prize winners
Church chosen for Hugus-Pruitt May 12 wedding
SALEM -- Jeff and Brenna Hugus, 12352 Beaver Creek Road, are announcing the engagement and wedding
There is a scary truth behind Virginia Tech murders
Editorial: The initial reaction to the murder of 32 students and professors at Virginia Tech was a mixture of
Stormwater-plan mandate discussed
Commissioners approved, then rescinded, a stormwater fee of 15 to 30 last year. WARREN -- An
Event to teach about tobacco's detriments
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Stand Team will be hosting "Stand Summit 2007" on Saturday at
Rapping firefighter's lyrics cause police to seek firing
The FOP president said the firefighter 'should be held accountable.' PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Police
Request for salary increase draws criticism at meeting
The treasurer has asked that the chief deputy's salary be increased to 43,470. By LAURE CIOFFI
Hawkins-Knutti engagement is being announced
The engagement of Jodi Lynn Hawkins and James David Knutti Jr., both of Bellevue, is being announced
Racing license process flawed, groups tell court
The high court hearing seemed to go well for Bedford Downs, its developer said. STAFF/WIRE
REGION
REGION First Place declares dividend of 15.5 cents WARREN -- First Place Financial Corp. earned
Patrolmanfaces more charges
Granchie is accused of violating the canons of police ethics and the Struthers police code of
Chase Wright is Yanks' pinch-pitcher against Indians
NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez and the rest of the New York Yankees' sluggers made Chase Wright an
Reduced speed limit
SALEM -- The Ohio Department of Transportation it will reduce the speed limit from 55 mph to 45 mph
SELECTED STOCKS
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 23.36 .02 Avalon Holdings,8.21--.01 Clear
Pirates complete sweep of Cardinals in 6-1 win
Adam LaRoche's three-run homer was the big blow for the Bucs. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The Cardinals look
Ohio State will host North Carolina Nov. 28
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Conference champions Ohio State and North Carolina will square off on Nov. 28 at
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Robert and Jennifer Smallwood, Canfield, girl, April
AGENDA THURSDAY4/19
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton Board of Education, 6 p.m., elementary school. Mahoning County
Events let township show services for its residents
There's a coloring contest for kids as part of Saturday's activities. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Youngstown council to OK Canfield deal
The city of Canfield owns its waterlines. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN --
Counselors: Don't give in to fear
WARREN -- Local high school guidance counselors said they wouldn't discourage students from
Both vulnerable. North deals.
Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH A 10 9 8 4 A 10 6 9 7 A 8 4 WEST EAST 2 K Q
Ottawa takes a 3-1 advantage over Pens
Ottawa edged Pittsburgh, 2-1, to take a 3-1 advantage in their playoff series. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
If you're Irish and illegal, you're lucky
Opinion: By GREGORY RODRIGUEZ LOS ANGELES TIMES WOODLAWN, N.Y. -- Imagine Hillary Clinton holding up a
Wal-Mart begins road construction
Two traffic lights are being added on Elm Road near the new store. BAZETTA -- Earth moving has
NCNW STATE MEETING AT MCGUFFEY CENTRE
NCNW state meeting at McGuffey Centre YOUNGSTOWN -- The National Council of Negro Women will hold
Boardman native finishes marathon
BOARDMAN -- Mary (Roach) Mulcrone, a native of Boardman and a 1973 Boardman High graduate, completed
Victims 'in the wrong place at the wrong time'
COMBINED DISPATCHES Dazed and stricken, the Virginia Tech community struggled Tuesday to come to
Boil notice for Austintown
Boil notice for Austintown AUSTINTOWN -- Water will be shut off this morning to some residents on
May wedding set by Mikki Jones and Mr. Winford
Announcement is being made of the engagement of Mikki D. Jones, 550 E. Lucius Ave., Youngstown, a
Global warming inhibits hurricanes, study finds
Some scientists say global warming intensifies storms. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- Now, the
Chow Yun-Fat drops out of Chinese historical epic
Chow Yun-Fat drops out of Chinese historical epic HONG KONG -- Chow Yun-Fat's withdrawal from a
Friday and Saturday: Youngstown, Beeghly Center, Youngstown State University.
Friday and Saturday: Youngstown, Beeghly Center, Youngstown State University. May 4-5: Niles, Bo
VIGIL TODAY
VIGIL TODAY A prayer vigil for the victims, families and community of Virginia Tech University
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
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TUESDAY'S RESULTS
TUESDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL BASEBALL AREA SCORES Mooney 16, Chaney 6 Jackson 6, Fitch
Girard back in black May 11
The general fund should be in the black in a matter of weeks. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
TV STATIONS Possibility of a merger worries union at WKBN
The station's new owner doesn't want to recognize workers' seniority, the union said. By DON
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
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Fire in Campbell causes 25,000 loss
CAMPBELL -- A house fire on Oxford Street did 25,000 damage to a house Tuesday afternoon, the fire
New cookbooks promise meals in short order
By J.M. HIRSCH ASSOCIATED PRESS When it comes to getting dinner on the table, speed isn't
Cayman Islands
Opinion: CAYMAN ISLANDS 45,436: Population (July 2006) 4.4 percent: Unemployment (2004) 43,800: GDP
'Daniel' is no longer a welcome guest
Dear Annie: My husband of nine years has a brother, "Daniel," whom I have never been comfortable
Web site has homicide from Newton Falls
The prosecutor says Web posting is another resource to bring Claudia Hoerig to justice. By TIM
Government approves first bird flu vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) -- A bird flu vaccine won federal approval for the first time Tuesday as a stopgap
Wedding planned by Krysti Tarr, and Brian Pollock
AUSTINTOWN -- Plans for their late-spring wedding are being revealed by Krysti Tarr and Brian
Kiraly fires no-hit, 16-0 win for J-M
Bri Jones and Dani Seidel combined for a one-hitter in Sebring's 18-0 win. SALINEVILLE -- Krista
School board votes to refinance bonds when interest drops 3%
In November 2003, district voters approved a 40.7 million bond issue. BY AMANDA GARRETT
NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's other games
Magic 95, Wizards 89 WASHINGTON -- The Magic overcame Antawn Jamison's 48 points and kept up a
Steelers sign former Browns DE Nick Eason
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Defensive end Nick Eason, an unrestricted free agent who played for the Cleveland
Having the right stuff saves the day
ASSOCIATED PRESS The test kitchen at Everyday Food magazine is certainly well-equipped. But as
Dishes simple, easy and truly flavorful
ASSOCIATED PRESS This recipe from "Great Food Fast" by the editors of Everyday Food magazine
Savage won't tip his hand on how he'll move
This year's draft is intriguing, primarily because of uncertainty at the top. BEREA (AP) --
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Wednesday, April 11 Ottawa 6,
Change in U.S.-owned financial assets in tax havens (in U.S. dollars)
Opinion: Change in U.S.-owned financial assets in tax havens (in U.S. dollars) CountryDec. 2003Dec. 2006
Some worry about legacy of the school
An area high school student isn't interested in going back to Virginia Tech. By HAROLD GWIN
MONDAY'S GAMES
MONDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston 7, L.A. Angels 2 Detroit 12, Kansas City 5 Baltimore
NHL ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's other games
Rangers 7, Thrashers 0 NEW YORK -- Jaromir Jagr and Michael Nylander made Kari Lehtonen long for
CHAMPIONS-DEMARET
CHAMPIONS-DEMARET Tuesday's results At Savannah Harbor Golf Resort Savannah, Ga. Purse:
Bucs sweep Cards
Bucs sweep Cards Tom Gorzelanny and Matt Capps combined on a four-hitter and Adam LaRoche hit a
Deal OKs only portion of repairs
The county can pay for computer wiring at Oakhill. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
WHO WAS KILLED | Students, faculty
A list of 28 of the 32 students and faculty members who were killed in the shootings at Virginia
WHITE TEAM
WHITE TEAM Offense QB--Tom Zetts TB-- Brandon Nicholson, Josh Province FB--Charles Gresham,
Fitch's O'Patchen heads off to Akron
The four-year starter earned a full scholarship to play for the Zips. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Tampering case going to trial
WARREN -- The lawyer for a former Warren policeman charged with tampering with evidence and theft in
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE
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