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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Vindy.com News Podcast for April 25, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, April 25 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
YSU fights award in court
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University has made good on a plan to ask Mahoning County Common
YSU students watchful on walks
YOUNGSTOWN — The short walk from Youngstown State University residence hall to parking lot is
Nonteachers in Austintown schools to get RIF notices
AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown school board is expected to vote Thursday to notify more than 200
Austintown trustees change meeting time
AUSTINTOWN — The trustees voted to change their twice-monthly meeting time from 7 p.m. to 6
Community service chores continue in courthouse
MERCER, Pa. — Criminal offenders will continue to work off community service hours doing
Incubator 'star" needs more space now
YOUNGSTOWN — A technology company that will be the Taft Technology Center’s main tenant
Ryan involved in extradition effort
WARREN – U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan, D-17th, has become involved in an attempt to return an accused
Rick Alli quits YPD
YOUNGSTOWN — Rick Alli, fired last week as the Ohio Attorney General’s so-called
Man indicted in death of brother
WARREN — A 46-year-old city man is indicted on a charge of voluntary manslaughter in the
Struthers Policeman Thomas Granchie resigns
STRUTHERS — City police Patrolman Thomas V. Granchie, accused of embezzling $4,800 from the
Raise rescinded for chief deputy treasurer
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County Treasurer Ron Patrick has rescinded his request to give his
Felasco seeks parole in Ohio
NEW CASTLE, Pa. —  Lawrence County’s former treasurer is asking to serve his parole
Convicted killer gets additional sentence
LISBON — A man recently convicted for killing a woman was sentenced to one year in prison for
High-tech company to get more downtown space
YOUNGSTOWN — A technology company that will be the main tenant at the Taft Technology Center
Bomb threat at East Side middle school
YOUNGSTOWN — P. Ross Berry Middle School went into lockdown this morning for about 30 minutes
School bus Road-E-O scheduled for May
CHAMPION — The Northeast “A” Regional School Bus Road-E-O will be May 5 at the
Teenager charged in Cortland handgun theft
CORTLAND — A father and his teenage son have now been charged with the theft of eight
State Route 46 in Howland to be closed Sunday
HOWLAND — State Route 46 at the Howland and Bazetta Township line will be will be closed
Cleveland man carrying hidden gun kills teen robbery suspect
CLEVELAND (AP) — A man who has a permit to carry a concealed gun shot and killed one of two
Conneaut Lake Park's 2007 opening in jeopardy
CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. (AP) — A financially troubled amusement park may not open this year because
Couples' wedding plans are announced
<em>Check out today's Vindicator or Vindy.com to see the engagement announcements
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
<em>Upcoming reunions are published every Tuesday. Please submit information about class and
Indians win in extra innings
<p>MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Garko drove in the go-ahead run for the second straight game,
Vindy.com News Podcast for April 24, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, April 24 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH 7 4 3 J 9 2 K 7 4 A K 10 4 WEST EAST Void Q J
Garko comes through for Tribe again
The big first baseman hit a single to key a four-run rally in the 12th inning of Cleveland's 7-3 win
LIQUOR CONTROL
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Nine U.S. soldiers killed in suicide car bombing
The new U.S. ambassador to Iraq defended construction of a barrier in Baghdad. BAGHDAD (AP) --
Win, lose, maybe a draw
Opinion: Scripps Howard: If you think of the Iraq war in terms of winning or losing, Senate Democratic leader
Wheland keys Chaney past Wilson; Finn powers Ursuline victory
Canfield, Campbell and Struthers emerged with wins. YOUNGSTOWN -- Shawn Wheland's three hits
Yeltsin leaves mixed legacy
Russia's first democratically elected leader also was quick to use force. MOSCOW (AP) -- Boris
Lakeview district saves on insurance bill
CORTLAND -- The Lakeview School District will be saving on insurance next year after voting to award
High Court provides reason for hope
Opinion: In a week of news about tragedy, despair, pointless violence and death, the U.S. Supreme Court
Boardman man to make restitution, serve probation for credit-card misuse
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Boardman man accused of using a Croatian club name to get and use a credit card for
Campbell Alumni will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the cafeteria of Campbell Elementary-Middle School,
Campbell Alumni will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the cafeteria of Campbell Elementary-Middle School,
Regis plans to return
Regis plans to return NEW YORK -- David Letterman will be Regis Philbin's first guest when he
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Theodore Arthur 'Art' Jones
Born: April 24, 1907, in Struthers, a son of Kate and Daniel W. Jones. Grew up on the Northside of
Canucks move on, send Dallas home early
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -- The Vancouver Canucks got past the first round for the second
McDonald board approves hirings
McDONALD -- The McDonald Board of Education approved several personnel moves at its Monday night
Defendant agrees to plea deal in death of South Side man
Grant was accused in the September 2002 slaying of Jefferson Smith. YOUNGSTOWN -- A city man who
Stefanie Sena, Marc Burcham to wed July 7
VIENNA -- Steve and Lee Ann Sena of Vienna are announcing plans for the upcoming marriage of their
Lakeview stays atop standings
The Bulldogs defeated Champion for the second time this season. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
Color-coding ends tedious task of sorting pills
Dear Heloise: After my 90-year-old mother fell and broke her hip, she suddenly went from just two
BASEBALL LINESCORES URSULINE 13, WARREN HARDING 8
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YSU SECURITY
YSU SECURITY Tips Youngstown State University police offered these security suggestions for
Tedrow-Wortman wedding to be in Calvary Assembly
STRUTHERS -- Ken and Debbie Tedrow, 95 Elm St., are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best of 7) Saturday, April 21 New
Shields, Yemma stand out in Struthers council battle
Editorial: In the contest for the Democratic nomination for the three at-large Struthers City Council seats,
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Wednesday, April 11 Ottawa 6,
SCHEDULE Dana New Music Festival
MONDAY 8 a.m.: Panel session on "The Importance of Composing and Performing Contemporary Music"
Man pleads guilty to robbery, assault
YOUNGSTOWN -- Court officials said two cases, one involving robbery and the other assault, against
State panel: Probe is high priority
The ethics commission investigation should take about three to four months. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Spohn-Kihm wedding to be in Rose Garden
Plans for the July 6 wedding of Jessica Spohn and Jay Kihm are being announced by their parents,
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jack E. Favia Jr., 43, of 359 W. Omar St., Struthers, and
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Top corrections officer chosen
The county is looking for corrections officers. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) (FSN Pitt) English League Soccer. 2:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Soccer: UEFA. 5 p.m.
Board considers building high school
Focus groups will be formed to discuss what's needed in a new school. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? BALCO scandal
An update on some of the major figures in the BALCO Laboratories steroids case: *Greg Anderson:
2,000 grant to help in education program
WARREN -- Someplace Safe Inc., Trumbull County's domestic violence agency, recently received a
Homeland Security to implement new regulations
Fears over terrorist attacks prompt new rules for hazardous chemical plants. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Everything's clicking: McDonald wins again
The Blue Devils improved to 10-1 with a 13-7 win over Lowellville. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Accident victim identified
Accident victim identified AUSTINTOWN -- Police have released the name of a man killed in an
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DAVID HERRON AT A GLANCE
DAVID HERRON At a glance Position: Inside linebacker Height/weight: 6-1, 250 College career:
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS
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Anna Nicole mocks self in film
She spoofs herself and Hollywood in her final role. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Anna Nicole Smith was
"AMERICAN IDOL" (8 P.M. TONIGHT AND WEDNESDAY, FOX): NOW VOTES YOU CAST ON "AMERICAN IDOL" MEAN SOMETHING MORE. ON THE TWO-NIGHT SPECIAL "IDOL GIVES BACK," VOTES CAST WILL TRANSLATE INTO AID FOR THE
"American Idol" (8 p.m. tonight and Wednesday, Fox): Now votes you cast on "American Idol" mean
Hughes comes up big in opener
His 27-point performance Sunday seems to support a physical and mental recovery. CLEVELAND (AP) --
According to report, 5.8M work in the tech industry
A shortage of high-tech workers could lead companies to go overseas. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) --
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE
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The Vindicator will run its annual primary election section on May 1. It will contain information on upcoming partisan races and tax issues that will appear on the May 8 ballot in Mahoning, Trumbull
The Vindicator will run its annual primary election section on May 1. It will contain information on
OHIO ETHICS PANEL
OHIO ETHICS PANEL Facts Fast facts about the Ohio Ethics Commission: Jurisdiction: To
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Boardman Township department heads were asked to present trustees with
Herron catches the eyes of NFL scouts
Warren Harding's David Herron learned to play linebacker at Michigan St. By JOE SCALZO
SURPLUS FOOD WEDNESDAY
Surplus food People's Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food, 11 a.m.
Life carries risks; dealing with them makes us human
Opinion: Life carries risks; dealing with them makes us human EDITOR: Last Monday, 32 people were
LETHAL INJECTION DRUGS CAN BE PAINFUL, STUDY SAYS
Lethal injection drugs can be painful, study says The drugs used to execute prisoners in the
Leash-Voytilla engagement is being announced
Plans for the upcoming marriage of Heather Ann Leash, 237 Youngstown Lowellville Road, Lowellville,
SUNDAY'S GAMES
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Alli still has department gear, cell phone line
Police are going through records to see who else left and stayed on the payroll. By PATRICIA MEADE
Temporary road closings during bridge building
Temporary road closings during bridge building CANFIELD -- North Turner Road under Interstate 80
Mom on quest for medical answers Son, 10, suffering from brain injury
The family is also building a new bedroom for Kaleb. By AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS--Placed INF Andy Marte on the 15-day DL. Recalled OF
Lower's one-hitter leads Ursuline past Fitch; Campbell shut out at home by Niles, 15-0
Melissa West pitched a no-hitter as Canfield blanked Salem, 10-0. YOUNGSTOWN -- Freshman Casey
REGION
REGION RTI stock closes at 100.94 a share WEATHERSFIELD -- The stock price of RTI International
Officials take issue with words of mayor
Trustees aren't pleased with comments they read in the newspaper. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR
Abortion ruling will be an issue in '08
Opinion: The Supreme Court's decision banning a controversial late-term abortion procedure was hardly a
Penn State hires Notre Dame's Washington
Coquese Washington has no experience as a head coach. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Penn State
Pistons take 2-0 lead over Magic
Four different Detroit players scored at least 17 points in the 98-90 win. AUBURN HILLS, Mich.
Today is Tuesday, April 24, the 114th day of 2007. There are 251 days left in the year. On this date in 1916, some 1,600 Irish nationalists launch the Easter Rising by seizing several key sites in
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, April 24, the 114th day of 2007. There are 251 days left in the year. On this date
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE Cavaliers vs. Wizards Sunday: Cavs 97, Washington 82; Cavs lead series 1-0 Wednesday:
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AGENDA WEDNESDAY 4/25MAHONING COUNTY ALCOHOL AND DRUG ADDICTION SERVICES BOARD, PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE, 5 P.M., 20 FEDERAL PLAZA WEST.
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Stewardship Week will begin Sunday
CORTLAND -- The Trumbull Soil & amp; Water Conservation District will join other soil and water
Miss Dorbish, Mr. Pietropaolo to wed in May
An announcement of their engagement is being made by Adrienne Anne Dorbish, 5539-E Pinehurst Drive,
"I extend my hand to all those women and men who think, as I do, that it is not only possible but urgent to abandon a system that no longer works."
Opinion: "I extend my hand to all those women and men who think, as I do, that it is not only possible but
Council debates measure to close bars
The liquor control division needs more officers to enforce laws, Letson said. By AMANDA GARRETT
Challenger disputes mayor's financial picture for city
The councilman said the general fund will be in the black only 'temporarily.' By JOHN W. GOODWIN
Dana Festival to feature composer from Cleveland
The composer is on the faculty of Juilliard. THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- Cleveland native Eric
BARCLAYS ABN Amro bank agrees to takeover
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) -- ABN Amro NV agreed Monday to a 91.16 billion takeover by Barclays
Classes resume at university
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Her back still aching from jumping from a second-floor classroom window to
&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;BARNEY, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; Anna, 90, of McDonald; calling
& lt;B & gt;BARNEY, & lt;/B & gt; Anna, 90, of McDonald; calling hours Wednesday
A-Rod hits 2 more bombs, but Yankees lose to Rays
The Indians and Twins were tied at 4-4 after 11 innings Monday and the game was not completed in
Caron Butler won't be available for Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Washington Wizards coach Eddie Jordan ruled out having injured Caron Butler back
Opera singer will debut at the Met
NEW YORK -- Opera singer Lawrence Brownlee, a Youngstown native, will make his debut at the
Walk-A-Thon scheduled
Walk-A-Thon scheduled Make way for the walkers! Bears Den, Cross, New Cross and West drives in
Lack of inspection leaves U.S. food supply vulnerable
Demand for foreign ingredients is increasing. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The same food safety net that
BBB urges caution on Va. Tech solicitations
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Better Business Bureau cautions area businesses and consumers to be careful before
Carjacking leads to more YSU police patrols
One man is accused of a robbery and a carjacking in a space of 90 minutes. By HAROLD GWIN
THE MOVING WALL | Events in Columbiana
The Moving Wall, a nonprofit replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will be
Public health globally threatened by food ingredients from China
Opinion: By PETER KOVACS WASHINGTON POST Lost amid the anxiety surrounding the tainted U.S. pet food
Wife's juvenile behavior could get her hurt
Dear Annie: My wife, "Penny," thinks it is great fun to spank the behind of whomever happens to be
PENN STATE TAKES NOTRE DAME AIDE
Penn State takes Notre Dame aide Penn State hired Coquese Washington as the women's basketball
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Hearings on adult business bill urged
The bill would ban customers from 'knowingly touching' strippers. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR
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Ryan: Air base lodging project start is good sign
A public-private loan package will enable Starr Manufacturing to invest in new technology. By