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Man hurt on 4-wheeler in Columbiana County
LISBON — A 30-year-old man was picked by a helicopter about 10:15 p.m. Sunday after he was
Two men 'critical' after shooting, stabbing
YOUNGSTOWN — Two men were reported in critical condition Sunday evening at St. Elizabeth
Cardinal Mooney celebrates a milestone
YOUNGSTOWN — Jessica Burkey and Brittany Brenner were helping at a reception Sunday at
Youngstown mayor, police chief tackle crime issues
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown’s crime problem won’t be solved by a plan to house city
Three Valley players are selected in NFL Draft
Sunday was a big day for three area football standouts as they saw their dreams fulfilled with the
Authorities seek South Side man again
YOUNGSTOWN — Fugitive hunters who have arrested Preston L. Cunningham again and again are
Youngstown Symphony offers focused performance
YOUNGSTOWN — Something amazing has happened to the Youngstown Symphony. In the space of two
Delays in trials back up Mahoning Co. system
YOUNGSTOWN — Joseph P. Nazarini is just one example of how delayed justice clogs the Mahoning
Valley group plans National Day of Prayer events
YOUNGSTOWN — A group of city residents says a quiet but potent power in prayer is the catalyst
'Spectacle of Speed' show to proceed in Warren
WARREN — The “Spectacle of Speed” exhibit will go forward as planned this summer,
Liberty officials to put 911 issue on ballot
LIBERTY — Township officials looked at several ways to operate 911 emergency call service here
Youngstown woman awaits lungs
YOUNGSTOWN — Genevieve Howard prays every day that a donor match will be found to replace her
Youngstown to hire using evaluation system
YOUNGSTOWN — For the first time, Youngstown will hire a civil service employee without giving
Youngstown program to honor achievers
YOUNGSTOWN —  Jimma McWilson believes it’s time to change the dialogue about the
OVI checkpoint results
OVI checkpoint results DAMASCUS -- Police stopped 877 vehicles in four western Mahoning County
Vindicator file photo
Opinion: Vindicator file photo WOW, LOOK AT THAT: When the Canfield Rotary Club brought the Mills Brothers
MEN
MEN Lowellville Mt. Carmel (Tanglewood) -- Low gross: Dan Kokesch, Brad Ables 39, Mac Donatelli,
Moved to dance
Area pupils say studying dance has affected other areas of their lives. By SEAN BARRON
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 2nd--Chicken Soup K (Sanguinetti)5.202.802.20 Another Elusive
Children's story time at Barnes & amp;Noble
Children's story time at Barnes & amp;Noble BOARDMAN -- Ms. Laura will read, play music and
THE VINDICATOR/NICK MAYS
The Vindicator/Nick Mays A SCRAMBLE FOUR SOME: Prepared to take part in a scramble that will be
For workers in U.S., factory losses have become severe
A boom in service jobs is keeping unemployment low as factories close. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Three
HOG-TYING | What is it?
HOG-TYING | What is it? Hog-tying is the name for a restraint method in which a person is placed
HEALTH
HEALTH Sharon Regional Health System named Jeffrey Chrobak its vice president of finance and chief
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Jamal Wingo
The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public to help find the fugitive of
SCHEDULE Robertson Cup
Thursday St. Louis vs. Southern Minnesota, 6:30 p.m. Phantoms vs. Fairbanks, 11:30 p.m. Friday
Contamination spreads to humans
The FDA is also examining imported proteins used in products like pizza, protein bars and baby
REGION
REGION YourCityMobile.com wins Web site award YOUNGSTOWN -- A new city business has won a PDA
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.76 --.11 Avalon Holdings,8.60--.10 Clear
Androsek-Haus June wedding to be in Canfield
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Androsek of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS "Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time
Smith anniversary is celebrated at family gathering
AUSTINTOWN -- Norman and Thelma Smith of Austintown were honored April 25 during a family gathering
Bed-wetting alarm can help wake child
Q. My granddaughter is 10 years old, and she still wears diapers to bed every night. Can you give me
Mahoning County's sales tax is among the lowest in Ohio
Editorial: Believe it or not, it is in everyone's best interest for Mahoning County taxpayers to renew the
Girls' night out to be May 31 at Davis Center
A style show and a variety of boutiques will be featured at the event. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Davis
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
CANFIELD -- Christopher Haus of Ron Haus Auto Group has earned the Certified Master Dealer
Church is chosen for Wingo-Ovens June wedding
BOARDMAN -- Announced by Robert and Patricia Wingo of Boardman are plans for the upcoming marriage
700s
700s Amron -- J.D. Bossone (739) Jim Seabrook (720), Dan Fishel (714) & amp; Jim Smarr (713)
"The Simpsons" (8 p.m., Fox): The family pooch rarely grabs the spotlight in "The Simpsons." So enjoy this episode, which has Santa's Little Helper going to work as a police dog. The career change
"The Simpsons" (8 p.m., Fox): The family pooch rarely grabs the spotlight in "The Simpsons." So
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities: Monday, follies at 12:30 p.m., bridge at 1 and Spanish lessons from 3 to 4; Tuesday, oil painting
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:
Going digital to boost sales
Specialty Bibles are sold for golfers, bikers, Marines and just about anyone else. PITTSBURGH
Shannon Nock, Mr. Carchedi to wed June 30
LOWELLVILLE -- Bert and Patricia Nock of Lowellville are announcing the engagement of their
Easy Street Productions plans kids musical revue
Performances will also be held for schools. THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- Easy Street Productions
Culps celebrate 50th anniversary during luncheon
BOARDMAN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. David H. Culp, 8304 Hitchcock Road, was
At least 58 killed in car bombing
Attacks are increasing in the predominantly Shiite south. CHICAGO TRIBUNE BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Angry
Remote-control cars hit the dirt at indoor track
It's a family-friendly hobby, says the owner. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Thiel 3-3, Bethany 1-2 -- Thiel set a school single-season wins mark. The Tomcats are 24-
Agenda Monday Liberty Board of Education, special meeting, 5 p.m., board of education conference room.
Agenda Monday Liberty Board of Education, special meeting, 5 p.m., board of education conference
In an emergency, students, listen to your teachers; parents, talk to your children now
Opinion: EDITOR: After reading a letter to the editor in last Sunday's Vindicator, I felt compelled to
Springfield, Hubbard split twinbill
Lowellville won twice while West Branch and Salem each won once. NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Erica Burkey
NAHL Talented Phantom team set in Alaska
The Mahoning Valley Plantoms open play Thursday against Fairbanks. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
Deer crossing: Motorists are urged to use caution
AKRON -- White-tailed deer movement in Ohio is expected to rise in May and June, according to the
Civil-case backlog increases
People hurt long ago await their day in court, a judge laments. YOUNGSTOWN -- Criminal cases have
BASEBALL LINESCORES URSULINE 7, POLAND 6
BASEBALL LINESCORES URSULINE 7, POLAND 6 9 innings Poland2002002--694 Ursuline01003003--793
CURBSTONE COACHES \ Hall of Fame Banquet
BOARDMAN -- Gino Torretta, the 1992 Heisman Trophy winner, will be featured speaker at the 40th
RECOGNITION Temple on the Hill honors director
Children with language-related disabilities receive free tutoring at the center. YOUNGSTOWN --
Woman's Heart Day set
Woman's Heart Day set YOUNGSTOWN -- Humility of Mary Health Partners Heart and Vascular Services
Saudi Arabia offers help to sway young militants
The war in Iraq is the biggest factor radicalizing Saudi youths, the government said. MCCLATCHY
Innovative new twists will help to personalize your wedding day
Sentimental touches will make a wedding day unforgettable. By KATHLEEN MURRAY SCRIPPS HOWARD
Driver gets four years in pedestrian's death
Five years would have been the maximum sentence. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Washingtonville man is going to
Beaver Creek group seeks volunteers
The center has a new collection of antique eggs. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU ST.
Seasons to come alive
Unique to this performance is that the dancers get to mingle with the audience. TRACEY D'ASTOLFO
Hayes anniversary to be observed at reception May 19
OVIEDO, Fla. -- Friends and relatives are invited to an open reception to be held from 1 to 4 p.m.
SCOUTS
SCOUTS Received Eagle Award Jim Roberts recently received his Eagle Scout Award, Boy Scouting's
CAVS TAKE 3-0 LEAD
Cavs take 3-0 lead The Cleveland Cavaliers took a commanding 3-0 series lead against the
Symphony Chorus to present concert
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Symphony Chorus, under the direction of Don Megahan, will present a
NEXT UP \ This week's events
YSU Today -- Men's golf at First Energy Collegiate, Firestone Country Club, Akron; Softball at
Paid TV programs warrant skepticism
Opinion: If you're watching television this morning, and for some inexplicable reason you skipped the paid
Nero-Coon troth is announced, wedding date set
LOWELLVILLE -- Announcement of the engagement of Melissa Nero and Jesse Coon is being made by her
Quilt raffle to raise grandstand funds
LISBON -- A quilt celebrating the Columbiana County Fair will be raffled to raise funds for to
Debate resumes over use of words
The rap community is divided over what's appropriate language in the art form. By TERESA WILTZ
RAY SWANSON \ Keystoner O'Rourke named Hickory VFW course manager
John O'Rourke is the kind of guy needed at any golf course. He's friendly, courteous, well-mannered
'TOM CLANCY'S GHOST RECON ADVANCED WARFIGHTER 2'
'TOM CLANCY'S GHOST RECON ADVANCED WARFIGHTER 2' (Ubisoft) for Xbox 360 Genre: Shooter; Rating:
Anniversary dinner held for the Durkins
BOARDMAN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Durkin of Boardman was celebrated
BEING HAPPY
Being happy WASHINGTON POST Kids ages 8 to 12 were asked what people make them happy. Mom: 91
Breakdowns open door for Irish
West Branch took a doubleheader from Salem. STRUTHERS -- Two bases-loaded walks plus a throwing
Victims' rights taken to extreme
Opinion: By BARRY BOSS WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Since 1981, the Justice Department's Office for
Wagners observe 60th anniversary at dinner party
NEW SPRINGFIELD -- The 60th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Wagner, 13513 Unity Road, was
Trench coats still smart
By CORY OHLENDORF WASHINGTON POST Thomas Burberry invented the trench coat, after creating the
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE The 55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St.
Cleveland scores on first day with Thomas, Quinn
By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR SPORTS EDITOR It was Christmas in April for Cleveland Browns fans
Band director resigns position
The board rejected a proposed teacher contract for the third time. BROOKFIELD -- The board of
Mahoning county
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine
FORMER U.S. SENATOR INJURED DURING MUGGING
Former U.S. senator injured during mugging CHICAGO -- Former U.S. senator and presidential
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Adam denied to Tad that he knows anything about Jenny's disappearance, but was
Blast suspect awaits trial; victims recover from injuries
The man charged in the explosion is to be formally arraigned next month. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- While
PREAUCTION PLANNING Tips from an expert
A little preparation and knowing how auctions work can ensure you have fun and help your favorite
HISTORY OF MAHONING JAIL
HISTORY OF MAHONING JAIL March 1996: Designed to house 432 inmates, the new 36 million
if you go
IF YOU GO What: Enchanted Evening at the Gardens. When: 7 p.m. Friday. Where: D.D. and Velma
Rachel N. Hale, Jonathan A. Clark to wed in July
The engagement of Rachel Nicole Hale of Boardman and Jonathan Andrew Clark of Austintown is being
Opium market reflects trouble
Opinion: By ANTONIO MARIA COSTA WASHINGTON POST Something strange is going on in the global opium market,
Expansion of air reserve base comes at an important time
Editorial: While the future of General Motors Corp.'s Lordstown assembly plant hangs in a balance -- we remain
Longtime restaurants prove they can be wonderful without being fancy.
Longtime restaurants prove they can be wonderful without being fancy. By DON SHILLING
MILL CREEK METROPARKS | May calendar
Activities planned next month at Mill Creek MetroParks facilities: May 1-June 15: Friends of
Harding boys overcome chills for Poland thrills
Poland's girls team finished fifth at its invitational. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR
After explosion, family returns to house, empty neighborhood
Habitat for Humanity is building a house on one of the vacant lots. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Letscher begins PBA Senior Tour
Marty Letscher has joined the PBA Senior Tour for 2007. Letscher, proprietor of McKinley Lanes in
Haug leads Mooney girls; Ursuline's Brown is MVP
St. Thomas Aquinas captures the boys title in the Diocesan track meet. YOUNGSTOWN -- Gretchen Haug
Children's Aid Society to sponsor an auction
Donated items will be auctioned, and there will be a special raffle. SHARON, Pa. -- Children's Aid
Miss Slusarcyk, Mr. Fisher to be married in July
AUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of Tara Slusarcyk and Jeffrey Fisher, both of 153 S. Navarre Ave., is
INDICTMENTS | Mahoning County
A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted Tim Vari, 54, of Sixth Street, Campbell, on two counts of
Golfers are invited to scramble for prizes
A variety of awards will be available for golfers, and a clinic will be offered for nongolfers.
Municipal courts: Release of inmates has huge impact
The long-term effect: Most criminals will not serve their sentences. By PATRICIA MEADE
TUESDAY
TUESDAY Ikebana members will meet at 9:30 a.m. for two lessons from the April meeting led by Pearl
Think you're dating the Antichrist? This book will tell you
If you're easily offended, don't bother with this book. By TISH WELLS MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
Auction expert wants your hard-earned dollars
A benefit auction becomes a social event where people have fun spending money. MCCLATCHY
Ripple effects of funding losses are vast, Mahoning officials say
The sales tax funding roller coaster must stop now, the sheriff says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hughes plan 25th wedding anniversary observance
ASHTABULA -- Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Hughes, 4472 Runkle Ave. Ext., will celebrate their 25th
WILDLIFE CENTER Volunteer Drive
The Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center Volunteers Association is having its annual membership
& lt;B & gt;CARR, & lt;/B & gt; Janet L., 58, of Salem; calling
& lt;B & gt;CARR, & lt;/B & gt; Janet L., 58, of Salem; calling hours Tuesday from 6
Shops to give out free comic books
All American Comics in Boardman and Warren are two of the thousands of comic books shops around the
Expo aims to educate potential homeowners
YOUNGSTOWN -- Buy Into Youngstown, a nonprofit organization that assists individuals in becoming
Garden Forum announces winners of flower show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Sheila Bowman, Jean Davidson and Dianna Mullins served as judges for a flower show
Cornells observe 60th anniversary at Holiday Inn
CANFIELD -- Mr. and Mrs. Leslie H. Cornell, 230 Glenview Road, were honored on the occasion of
Flickinger-Sloan wedding to be in park gazebo
HUBBARD -- A summer wedding is planned by Karen Lin Flickinger and Joshua T. Sloan, both of
TCI death: 12 years and still no answer Case sparked statewide reform in use of force against prison inmates
By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF LEAVITTSBURG -- Lots of people investigated the 1995
Group vows to do voter registration drive
The young women plan to launch a drive in the city. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
Little Beaver Creek watershed named Important Bird Area
The IBA promotes key areas in Ohio critical to survival of birds. ST. CLAIR -- Audubon Ohio has
2 brothers sentenced for terroristic threats
The judge also sentenced five others for various crimes. MERCER, Pa. -- Two brothers will spend
President addresses college graduates
MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- President Bush seized on hundreds of examples of the American
Just wilfing while you work? It takes up time
A survey says employees waste two days per month surfing the Internet at work. By TOM REGAN
June wedding set by Katie May and Shawn Stack
CANFIELD -- Plans for their late-spring wedding are being announced by Katie May and Shawn Stack,
Case Activity Breakdown
Youngstown Case activity for Youngstown Municipal Court in 2005: Felonies: 903, plus 242 from
Event with Kurtis Blow is moved to Atlanta
Event with Kurtis Blow is moved to Atlanta YOUNGSTOWN -- The Community Block Busta block party
TV special examines actor's life and works
The two-part documentary begins at 8 p.m. Tuesday. By HAL BOEDEKER ORLANDO SENTINEL A new
SOJOURN Where they went
Six Youngstown high school students went on a recent Sojourn to the Past, a 10-day educational tour
TRACY KAUFMAN DEREK WEIBEL
TRACY KAUFMAN DEREK WEIBEL SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- The First United Methodist Church of San Diego was