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Man, teen wounded in East Side shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — A man and a teenager were reported in stable condition late this evening after
Poland man injured in Austintown traffic accident
AUSTINTOWN — A man was injured in a one-car crash on South Meridian Road near Ferdinand Road.
Canfield water rates going up Sept. 1
CANFIELD — City water users will see a rate increase Sept. 1. The increase, 9.5 percent this
Storm is gone; destruction remains
YOUNGSTOWN — It was clear right away that this was no ordinary thunderstorm. It ripped through
Videos of downtown Ytown after 5 p.m. are a big hit
YOUNGSTOWN — People dining in restaurants, eating ice cream outside, listening to musicians,
Columbiana 2008 spending could be set in November
LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners plan to have the 2008 appropriations done by Nov.
Bradford gets 17 1/2 years in prison for Moonda shooting
AKRON — A federal judge complied with an agreement that gave the man who shot Mercer County,
Full text: Moonda nephew's letter to court tells depth of loss
<em>Dr. Faroq Moonda, nephew of slain urologist Dr. Gulam Moonda, submitted the following
Lady Bird Johnson dead at 94
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Lady Bird Johnson, the former first lady who championed conservation and
Ohio sues Mahoning County for polluting waterways
YOUNGSTOWN — The state has sued the Mahoning County commissioners, alleging excessive
Man gets sentenced to halfway house for sixth DUI
YOUNGSTOWN — A 47-year-old man has been sentenced to four months in a halfway house, followed
Man threatens his mother; charged with menacing
LIBERTY — A local man has been charged with aggravated menacing after police say he threatened
Struthers stadium renovation starts
STRUTHERS — The east stands of Struthers High School Football Stadium had stood since the
Strickland gets good marks in poll
COLUMBUS — A majority of Ohioans give Gov. Ted Strickland high marks through his first six
Early College gets a new dean
YOUNGSTOWN —  Youngstown Early College is getting a new dean. The city school board has
Today's rain wasn't much help
Although the 45-minute downpour of rain the Valley received earlier today cooled things off for the
Home sales continue to lag
The local real estate market continues to lag behind last year. For June, home sale prices, the
Tom-Tom creates a sound for Youngstown
WARREN — Tom-Tom aims to put the Mahoning Valley on the musical map while maintaining creative
This band has no problem with a little distortion
Social Distortion is alive and well in 2007. In terms of music that emanated out of Orange County,
Sugarland keeps making hits, now as a duo
And then there were two. That was the overwhelming feeling of Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles
SNPJ prepares for Slovenefest
BOROUGH OF SNPJ, Pa. — Join SNPJ members and friends at the SNPJ Recreation Center in Lawrence
Like father (Sting), like son (Sumner)
Ever since Fiction Plane’s Joe Sumner decided to venture into a career in music, the singer-
Butler to sponsor arts camp for children
YOUNGSTOWN — The Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., will host its annual Summer
Awakened, man threatens to shoot mom
LIBERTY — A man is charged with aggravated menacing after police say he threatened his mother
'Best Potter film yet' opens
The best Potter film yet opened this morning at 12:01 am.   "Harry Potter and the Order of the
High-speed chase ends badly for suspect
AUSTINTOWN — A high-speed chase turned foot chase put a 45-year-old Youngstown man in the
United Way chief to retire
YOUNGSTOWN — Don Cagigas will retire as president and chief professional officer of the
State patrol promotions announced
SOUTHINGTON — Ohio State Highway Patrol Sgt. Michael A. Harmon has been promoted to lieutenant
One burglary, two attempted, on Mahoning Avenue
AUSTINTOWN — Three Mahoning Avenue businesses were the target of burglaries Monday night.
It's happening downtown
YOUNGSTOWN — People dining in restaurants, eating ice cream outside, listening to musicians,
Bradford gets 17 years in prison
AKRON — Damian Bradford, the man who killed Dr. Gulam Moonda on the Ohio Turnpike, was
Cheap gas for Wednesday
The price of gas appears to be on the rise again, as many of the stations around the area have
Brookfield superintendent comes to Niles school
NILES — Michael Notar, who resigned as Brookfield schools   superintendent in May, has
Flood relief in sight for Austintown neighborhood
AUSTINTOWN — Mahoning County will help with a project to curb flooding on a street where
ENGAGEMENTS | Plans announced for couples
<em>You'll find wedding plans announced for the following couples in today's Vindicator and on
Benefit yard sale set by BRCA Warriors
HUBBARD — A yard sale will be held by the BRCA Warriors, Karen Watson of Hubbard and Rachel
Events announced for nursing alumni
SALEM — The Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing Alumni Association will meet at noon
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout meals
<em>A listing of food sales and dinners is published Wednesday. Please submit information for
Services set for YSU provost
YOUNGSTOWN — Services for Dr. Robert K. Herbert, Youngstown State University provost and vice
Potter mania strikes the Valley
BOARDMAN — Robes, wands, lightning bolts, round wire-rimmed glasses and T-shirts, all
Vindy.com News Podcast for July 11, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, July 11 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
JFK’s Kokrak unhappy with Amateur course
After shooting 70, he said the Springfield course was set up poorly. SPRINGFIELD (AP) — The big
Future is bright for Todd Martin
His transition from the outfield to first base hasn’t hurt his hitting ability. NILES — Todd
Students face charges in career center fire
A teacher wasn’t in the room when the fire started. CANFIELD — Investigators have charged a
ON AREA DIAMONDS \ Youth baseball & softball
TRI-T PONY (13-14) Classic Division Canfield 10, Howland 9 Canfield 11, Howland 10 — In the
Lack of rainfall would hinder sewer study
WARREN — Though the lack of rain has reached drought proportions in some areas of the country, the
Substation targets plaza crime
CORNERSBURG — A new police substation aims to address crime in a retail area and can be used by
Rondinelli captures Mantle tournament
STRUTHERS — Rondinelli Tuxedo scored six times in the bottom of the fourth inning in defeating
Traffic stop ends in chase, arrest
YOUNGSTOWN — Police said an effort to stop a vehicle with darkly tinted windows ended with more
ARENA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS
ARENA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS WILD CARD National Conference June 29: Philadelphia 41, Orlando 26
Seventh person shows interest in taking seat on Poland council
POLAND — A seventh person has submitted a letter of interest in the vacant village council seat.
Man sues apartment complex on behalf of his murdered sister
The woman died from head injuries after being abducted. WARREN — The brother of a 61-year-old
Center offers relief from heat
About 20 homeless people a day are turning to the Greater Youngstown Point. YOUNGSTOWN — Spare
Bonds tired following big party
The Giants’ aging slugger went 0-for-2 after staying out past his bed time. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) —
Beaver Twp. assistant fire chief resigns
NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township trustees Tuesday accepted the resignation of Eric Carlson as assistant
Pope, Jones added to MLS All-Star roster
NEW YORK (AP) — Eddie Pope of Real Salt Lake and Cobi Jones of the Los Angeles Galaxy were among
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)138.619— Williamsport (Phillies)138.619— State
Penguins extend Crosby’s contract
The NHL MVP and scoring champion signed a five-year extension worth a bundle. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
More copper thefts
More copper thefts YOUNGSTOWN — Copper wire and tubing worth about $4,000 was stolen in three
Man sentenced for receiving child pornography
PITTSBURGH — A federal judge has sentenced a former Sharpsville, Pa., man to 97 months in prison,
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Friday At Million Dollar Elm Casino, Tulsa, Okla. (ESPN2),
State gets aid to improve polls for disabled voters
COLUMBUS — Local elections officials may be able to net some additional dollars from the state to
Cash is on the money as Shock cruises past Sky
She scored 20 points as Detroit rallied in the second half, 92-84. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Swin
A penguin emerges from a stump at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — A YSU groundskeeper has an eye for art. After thunderstorms a few months ago knocked
YOUNGSTOWN — Funeral services for r Dr. Robert K. Herbert, YSU provost and vice president for
YOUNGSTOWN — Funeral services for r Dr. Robert K. Herbert, YSU provost and vice president for
Union, government oppose media request
The names of steroid users would be released if the affidavits became public. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) —
Angels, Mets candidates to host All-Star contests
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels and New York Mets have emerged as prime candidates to
ALL-STAR NOTEBOOK \ From San Francisco
Iron Man: Not that it was close to being threatened, but Cal Ripken’s consecutive games streak is as
Hubbard Township loses another appeal in landfill case
The court said the ruling does not open the door to a landfill. HUBBARD — Those fighting to
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Boston5334.609—z-5-5L-328-1425-2012-6
Study commission is up for vote
It’ll be the second government study in five years. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County
TODAY
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (VS.) Cycling: Tour de France. 6:50 p.m. (WNIO-AM 1390) Baseball: Scrappers at
Legend Mays gets San Francisco treat
The Hall of Famer was honored before Tuesday’s game. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Willie Mays stepped out
R&J takes 2-0 lead in B series
The defending champs beat Rondinelli 8-1 and 11-9 in the best-of-five series. STRUTHERS —
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER EASTERN CONFERENCE WLTPtsGFGA New York753242520 D.C. United752232318
NASCAR exec’s husband dies in crash
The small plane crash killed five people in Florida. SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — A small plane carrying
Ichiro Suzuki’s inside-the-park homer sparked another win over the National League.
Ichiro Suzuki’s inside-the-park homer sparked another win over the National League. SAN FRANCISCO
Decertified candidates denied a write-in run
Disqualified independent candidates will not benefit from a second look. YOUNGSTOWN —
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st—Peca Jones (Tolentino)3.402.602.20 Sweet Timber (Rini)5.803.60
Putko’s big game helps propel Roth
Girard Hardware and Callahan’s scored Warren AA victories. YOUNGSTOWN — Jim Putko had three hits
Major leagues looking to play games in Tokyo
Several teams have shown interest in playing regular season games there. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) —
J.R. Niklos gets a try with Browns
J.R. Niklos, a fullback signed and released by NFL teams more than 20 times in six years, hopes his
Youngstown city schools to go for levy again
The district hopes to couple spending cuts with the tax to balance its budget. YOUNGSTOWN
Society wants to name bridge after educator
Renaming the bridge would ‘keep the McGuffey legacy alive,’ a historian says. YOUNGSTOWN —
The girls walked the stage showing off smiles and gowns.
The girls walked the stage showing off smiles and gowns. BAZETTA — Not everyone was dressed
Trumbull’s first 4-H queen for county fair looks back
Her children follow in her footsteps and win trophies for raising livestock. VIENNA — The
Services for YSU provost
Services for YSU provost YOUNGSTOWN — Services for Dr. Robert K. Herbert, YSU provost and vice
Ichiro, M’s closing in on contract
The deal may be worth close to $100 million over five years. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Ichiro Suzuki is
Cancellara extends Tour lead
COMPIEGNE, France (AP) — Tour de France leader Fabian Cancellara has a message for coach Bjarne
57 schools to get funds to construct buildings
COLUMBUS — The recently signed biennial budget brought some welcome news for 57 school districts in
Selig uncommitted on Bonds
Selig uncommitted on Bonds Bud Selig still hasn’t made out his lineup card for Barry Bonds. C4.
Salem council to rethink dog laws
The chief said there have been five dog attacks in the city this year. SALEM — City officials
Boccieri lobbies for repair facility at airport
The presence of an airplane repair school at the local airport is a key factor, the senator said.
Beckham bedlam to begin
The English have been gaga over him for years, for reasons not yet fully understood on this side of
Born in Pennsylvania in 1800, McGuffey lived in Coitsville as a boy, and taught in Ohio frontier
Born in Pennsylvania in 1800, McGuffey lived in Coitsville as a boy, and taught in Ohio frontier
Herron: Only two in home during killing
A special prosecutor has been named to investigate the shooting death. WELLSVILLE — There was
Selig makes no plans for Bonds
The commissioner says he’ll play it by ear if he sees Barry break the record. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) —
Positively Potter
Viewers arrived as early as 8:30 p.m. for the midnight showing. BOARDMAN — Robes, wands,
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Baseball School — individual and small group lessons are available through July 28.
TRUMBULL COUNTY FAIR | Events
Here is a schedule of today’s events for the 161st Trumbull County Fair, 899 Everett-Hull Road,
County sues male sex offender
WARREN — The Trumbull County prosecutor’s office has filed legal action against a man classified as
TOUR DE FRANCE
TOUR DE FRANCE Tuesday’s results At Compiegne, France Third Stage 147 miles from Waregem,
Suspect ID’d in Burr slaying Sunday
Gang member Dion D. Weatherspoon has been charged with murder. YOUNGSTOWN — Word on the street
Edwards here Tuesday; to focus on neighbors
The Youngstown Business Incubator is the rally’s probable location. YOUNGSTOWN — Presidential
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