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Judge denies juror visit to Moonda crime scene

AKRON — A judge denied a second request by Donna Moonda to have jurors at her upcoming trial

Car takes out store doors

CANFIELD — A car plowed through the doors of two businesses and stopped about 10 feet into the

Hagan bill punishes corrupt officeholders

COLUMBUS — The Ohio House signed off on legislation Thursday aimed at penalizing corrupt

Sharon man arrested for arson

SHARON, Pa. — Arthur E. Burns, 50, of Harrison Street faces arson and other charges in

Kinsman sewer project to proceed in August

WARREN — Construction could begin as early as August on an $800,000 project to provide a sewer

Probate Court Judge Timothy Maloney to retire

YOUNGSTOWN — Judge Timothy P. Maloney of Mahoning County Probate Court today announced he

School levy deadline

YOUNGSTOWN — The state fiscal oversight commission controlling city school district finances

They're outta there

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Board of Elections disqualified eight Youngstown council

Man calls from Italy to claim rings left at airport

ERIE, Pa. (AP) — A man called from Italy to claim the wedding bands and diamond engagement

Doubts cast on baby sitter in Pittsburgh fatal fire

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Investigators have doubts whether a teenage baby sitter who was supposed to

Ex-bus driver gets probation in pedestrian's death

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A judge decided to suspend a jail sentence for a former city bus driver

Cheap gas | $2.799 near YSU

The cheapest gas in the area is $2.799 at the Sunoco on 590 5th Ave. in Youngstown, according to

Plans for a trip down the aisle announced for couples

For the wedding plans of these future brides and grooms, turn to the Society Section in today's

Vindy.com News Podcast for June 14, 2007

The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, June 14 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s

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WHAT’S DONE Youngstown City Schools

Eight of the 14 city school buildings being replaced or refurbished under a $192 million rebuilding

Judge denies new trial in murder case

LISBON — A judge’s denial of a new trial for a man who claimed someone else had committed murder

June 14, 1889: George Balch, a kindergarten teacher in New York City, planned appropriate ceremonies

Debt-free Howland has more than $9M budget

A 750-foot boardwalk will be built over wetlands in the township. HOWLAND — Howland Township

Prostitution arrests

Prostitution arrests NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City police charged two women with prostitution in the

GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT Youngstown Patrolman Michael Anderson is the partner of police dog Ninja.

Vindicator file photo

Vindicator file photo HEALTH FAILED: Lazarus, found filthy and underweight March 25 in the parking

Suffering Lazarus put to sleep

The dog did not rest until he was exhausted. SALEM — Lazarus, the neglected dog, has been put

Their work isn’t everyone’s idea of fun

The department’s scuba team began in 1959. YOUNGSTOWN — Scuba diving in pitch-black water,

Girl in ’99 dog attack sues owners

WARREN — A 19-year-old central Pennsylvania woman has sued a West Farmington couple to recover

Championship hopes look bleak; Cavs trying to avoid series sweep

No NBA team has won a series after dropping the first three games. CLEVELAND (AP) — Signs all

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING

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COLUMBIANA COUNTY | Federal funding

Columbiana County commissioners have approved another round of federally funded projects for needy

District prepares to build Bunn

The district has finished or started work on 11 of 14 buildings in the program. YOUNGSTOWN —

1 killed in mall shooting

1 killed in mall shooting COLUMBIA, S.C. — A woman and her father were gunned down Wednesday

Norwalk delegation offers first impressions of Salem

The remarks will go into the city’s comprehensive plan. SALEM — Is Salem City Hall a bit

Errors costly for Rondinelli in loss

R&J Trucking took advantage early in a Class B victory. STRUTHERS — R&J Trucking took advantage of

INDICTMENTS Trumbull County

A Trumbull County grand jury indicted the following people who will be arraigned at 1:30 p.m. June

Phantom Fireworks enters Puerto Rico

The showroom in San Juan will be the company’s 55th. YOUNGSTOWN — B.J. Alan Co./Phantom Fireworks

Township to receive pipe reimbursement

The supervisors also want a dip in the road near the community center to be fixed.

Pirates beat up again on Rangers as Snell has first complete game

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ian Snell pitched his first career complete game, Jose Bautista had three hits and

Bland-yet-becoming: Dynasty discussion has a nice ring to it

San Antonio can become one of just four NBA teams to win four titles. CLEVELAND (AP) — Their

Ring man: Horry has 7th title in his sights

Three Spurs players have yet to win a championship. CLEVELAND (AP) — The San Antonio Spurs’ Robert

Motorcyclist dies in collision with car

SANDY LAKE, Pa. — The collision of a car and motorcycle proved fatal for the biker Wednesday

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An ax, gun and vest, part II: Suspect lied

The suspect, Derrick Harman, is a felon paroled seven months ago. YOUNGSTOWN — Forrest Adams

Couple faces theft, trespass charges

BOARDMAN — A Florida couple was arrested and charged with thefts at two township stores on the same

Palmer won’t turn away from Oakmont

He won’t be playing, but he is the honorary chairman of this U.S. Open. OAKMONT, Pa. (AP) — This

METHADONE | Fast facts

Methadone is a synthetic narcotic used for more than 30 years to treat opiate addiction. Here are

Fire district looks to improve communication

POLAND — Western Reserve Joint Fire District officials took another step forward in improving

Vets honored at Coitsville Park dedication

COITSVILLE — Coitsville Township Memorial Park was dedicated before a more-than-welcoming community

Man in child porn investigation pleads innocent

WARREN — Charles Bruner, 26, of Berkshire Drive Southeast, has pleaded innocent to 20 felony counts

1 of 2 deaths is ruled homicide

Police are checking to see if the deaths are related to a 1998 murder. WARREN — The Trumbull

Car collides with truck downtown

YOUNGSTOWN — A disoriented but conscious woman was pulled from a shattered car Wednesday evening

The greens at Oakmont for the U.S. Open are some of the toughest anywhere. SILLY PUTTING

OAKMONT, Pa. (AP) — This was no magic trick, just Oakmont. Steve Stricker was standing next to his

MLB ROUNDUP

MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games INTERLEAGUE Phillies 8, White Sox 4 PHILADELPHIA — Aaron

SCHEDULE Friday Night Fights

Main Event Luis Ramon “Yory Boy” Campas (88-10-2, 74 KOs), Navajoa, Sanora, Mexico, and Phoenix,

For Bulldog fans, the ring’s the thing: Mississippi State’s Polk seeks 1st title

Despite eight trips to the CWS, the longtime coach has never won the big one. STARKVILLE, Miss.

Earnhardt Jr.: ‘It really wasn’t a hard decision’

He signed a five-year deal with Hendrick Motorsports. MOORESVILLE, N.C. (AP) — When Dale Earnhardt

Ohio teachers union lends Brookfield support

The teachers are trying to resolve labor issues with the district. BROOKFIELD — Teachers

WNBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games

Mystics 86, Mercury 69 WASHINGTON — Monique Currie scored a career-high 25 points, and Tree

Man pleads guilty to rape, robbery

YOUNGSTOWN — A 20-year-old Brentwood Avenue man is facing a six- to 91-year prison term after

Cavaliers vs. Spurs

SCHEDULE June 7: San Antonio 85, Cleveland 76 Sunday: San Antonio 103, Cleveland 92 Tuesday: San

Valley faces methadone troubles

Illegal use of the drug has increased, some officials say. NILES — The death of a 20-year-old

Clash in Struthers over fee’s removal

With the exception of one member, city council sided with the mayor. STRUTHERS — Tensions ran

Young Lyell is ready for veteran Campas

The two will headline Friday’s boxing show at the Chevrolet Center. YOUNGSTOWN — Will a young

Marlins ejected, dejected in Cleveland’s 7-3 victory

Three Florida players got tossed in a key sixth-inning stretch. MIAMI (AP) — David Dellucci broke

NOTEBOOK

NOTEBOOK Rain douses Oakmont: Nearly a half-inch of rain fell during a Wednesday afternoon

Hubbard’s O’Hara set for Ohio Classic

The 6-7, 311-pound lineman will play at Ohio University. COLUMBUS — Size has always mattered

Earnhardt, Hendrick partnership official

Earnhardt, Hendrick partnership official A bond played a large part in Earnhardt’s decision to

ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & softball

BASEBALL Tri-T Colt (15-18) Classic Division Poland Semach TV 7, East Liverpool Craig Tire 6 —

What’s wrong with Phil?

Phil Mickelson isn’t exactly sure what is wrong with his injured left wrist, other than it hurts.

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