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Man who beat mother escapes mental institution
YOUNGSTOWN — Vincent Roberts, 36, who three years ago in a rage severely beat his mother with
Scrappers win!
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers won Friday night's home opener, 8-1, over the Batavia (N.Y.) Muckdogs.
Scrappers Live | Take III
Cardinal Mooney High graduate Jeff Hehr got the first hit for the Scrappers at Eastwood Field in
Scrappers Live | Play ball!
It's 7:11 p.m. and it's a near sellout at Eastwood Field. There's probably about 6,000 people in the
Scrappers Live | It's home opener time
Greetings from Eastwood Field, home of the most media-saturated Class A home opener in existence. In
Nurse held at gunpoint sues prison
YOUNGSTOWN — A nurse at St. Elizabeth Health Center has sued the Northeast Ohio Correctional
Delphi reaches a labor deal with UAW
DETROIT — Struggling auto parts maker Delphi Corp. reached a tentative wage-cutting agreement
Elections board cancels meeting on write-in candidates
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Board of Elections canceled a Monday meeting to determine if
A federal study recognizes a Warren hospital
WARREN — Trumbull Memorial Hospital has one of the lowest death rates among heart-attack
AG not sorry for his potty mouth
<em>YOUNGSTOWN —  Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann doesn’t regret telling a
Brothers nabbed for drugs after traffic stop
BOARDMAN — Two Youngstown brothers are in the Mahoning County Justice Center after police
Drug raids net suspected crack and marijuana
YOUNGSTOWN — Four men were arrested and suspected crack cocaine and marijuana seized in a pair
Career college to open doors this fall
LIBERTY — A Virginia-based chain of career colleges has announced plans to open a branch in a
OVI checkpoint tonight in Mahoning County
The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force will be conducting a four-hour sobriety
Brookfield school board meeting is at 1 p.m. Sunday
BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Board of Education will meet at 1 p.m. Sunday in the high school
Boardman police investigate morning robbery
BOARDMAN — Police are investigating an armed robber that occurred in broad daylight at a U.S.
Info meeting set for Sunday in Niles on veterans' benefits
NILES — AMVETS will be offering free assistance to veterans who want to learn more about
Special Poland Council meeting set
POLAND — A resignation by one village official led to another relinquishing his post and will
Kid playing with lighter causes South Side fire
YOUNGSTOWN — A child playing with a lighter started a fire that did $16,000 damage to a house
Polygraph test held up by nerves
YOUNGSTOWN — While the assistant prosecutor handling the Darryl Adams rape case says she
In the limelight
Awards and achievements that have been announced recently: YOUNGSTOWN — The Regional Chamber
Career moves
Recent personnel moves by area companies: STOCKS James P. Stark has joined Butler, Wick & Co.
Bicyclist hospitalized after crash
YOUNGSTOWN — Adam Hixson, 18, of West Myrtle Avenue was in satisfactory condition in St.
Girls fast-pitch league slated for Hubbard
HUBBARD — The Hubbard Community Youth League will be sponsoring a girls fast pitch league.
Former Pa. high school coach pleads guilty to sex charges
WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — A former volunteer high school softball coach pleaded guilty to
Mahoning grand jury issues indictments
A grand jury indicted the following people: William R. Lester, 69, Westchester Drive, Austintown,
Toledo teen indicted in cop shooting; faces life sentence
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A 15-year-old boy was indicted on charges of aggravated murder and murder
Lawrence County bridge to reopen
HILLSVILLE, Pa. — The Hilltown Bridge on Churchill Road will be reopened to traffic at 4 p.m.
Mother of missing pregnant woman says boyfriend is suspect
UNIONTOWN, Ohio (AP) — The mother of a missing pregnant woman said today she has suspicions
Boardman PTA will offer safety tips for kids
BOARDMAN — Boardman Council PTA will present the 16th annual safety village from 9 a.m. to
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce meetings
<em>Club news is published Friday. Please submit information about upcoming activities to the
Vindy.com News Podcast for June 22, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, June 22 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
At this concert, audience will pick song list
A Youngstown company’s technology will add to the Donnie Iris concert experience.
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)21.667— Williamsport (Phillies)21.667— Batavia
Sanitary projects win officials’ approval
Petersburg residents will pay tap-in fees of around $3,000 each. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County
Good fortune follows Thompson
The eighth-round pick was impressed by Eastwood Field. To suggest the baseball gods have been
City OKs purchase of 3 key properties
The city is close to buying an additional property needed for a YSU project. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Board will go statewide to hire new director
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Lawrence County Housing Authority board of directors rescinded a hiring rule
Sosa confident in HOF hopes after homer
He belted his 600th home run on Wednesday and thinks he can hit more. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) —
Village official to pursue seat
LEETONIA — A visit by two Columbiana County commissioners has prompted village administrator Gary E.
Liberty seeks home rule
The home rule issue will be on the ballot in November. LIBERTY — Township officials hope to
Tale of the tape session: Weaver baffles Bucs 7-0
Pittsburgh managed just four hits off the resurgent pitcher. SEATTLE (AP) — Jeff Weaver was mired
Top pick powers his way to Niles
He led Lewis-Clark State College to the NAIA national championship. NILES — By the time he
Early lead helps key Scrappers to 6-1 win
First round pick Beau Mills had two hits for Mahoning Valley. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The Mahoning
FATAL INFESTATION: An emerald ash borer infestation is fatal to an ash tree and is spread easily
FATAL INFESTATION: An emerald ash borer infestation is fatal to an ash tree and is spread easily
Super-speedy White hoping for a quick stopover in Niles
To move up, he’ll need to develop his overall baseball skills. NILES — For most of his
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TRY KAYAKING Mill Creek Park
Kayakers of all skill levels can join these escorted trips. Single and tandem kayaks are available.
INSIDE LOOK SteelHounds trade
Last season’s statistics for the players involved in Thursday’s trade between the Youngstown
Theft report leads police to Sharon mushroom lab
SHARON, Pa. — The owner of a Meek Street house is accused of growing mass quantities of
Dave Smith has been involved in minor league baseball for 11 years and he’s enjoyed every
Dave Smith has been involved in minor league baseball for 11 years and he’s enjoyed every minute of
Kayakers take dip in park’s history
Most of them were new to kayaking. BOARDMAN — As the sun fell on the longest day of the year,
For Laker, managing was a natural
Mahoning Valley’s new skipper has been involved with baseball the majority of his life. NILES
Carmany legs out a career
NEW MIDDLETOWN — If it weren’t for the fact that Joe Carmany needed an extra physical education
A TO Z \ Fans’ guide to Scrappers, Eastwood Field
Alcohol Regulations: All persons purchasing alcoholic beverages must have valid photo identification
Dave Sugar gets one hit and still beats Roth, 2-0
Justin Shaffer struck out 10 in pitching a two-hit shutout victory. STRUTHERS — Dave Sugar
Chevrolet Centre places 2nd
YOUNGSTOWN — Chevrolet Centre, home of the Central Hockey League’s Youngstown Steelhounds and afl2’s
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Man robbed at gunpoint
Man robbed at gunpoint YOUNGSTOWN — A 29-year-old Verona Avenue man told police he was robbed at
TAG Summerfest activities begin
WARREN — Summerfest 2007 is under way at the Trumbull Art Gallery, for both children and adults.
Scrappers win again
Scrappers win again Mahoning Valley scored all its runs in the first two innings and defeated the
League charter officially approved
The 16 schools in the All American Athletic League will begin play in 2008. Five months ago,
New school design is under way
The Jackson-Milton school will use geothermal energy. NORTH JACKSON — The schematic design
Fans support Junior’s move, even if it costs
His switch to Hendrick Motorsports next year won’t cost him any fans. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) —
Polygraph delayed for rape suspect
If the defendant passes the test, charges will be dropped. YOUNGSTOWN — If Darryl Adams of
Eastwood Field will play host to New York-Penn League action for the ninth season. Tickets remain
Eastwood Field will play host to New York-Penn League action for the ninth season. Tickets remain
Stricko returns as head groundskeeper
NILES — In one year Dan Stricko went from selling real estate to taking care of some. Stricko, an
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Schedule and standings Feb. 10 — x-Budweiser Shootout, Daytona Beach, Fla.
Staff scrambles to prep for today’s opener
It’s been a busy week for the Scrappers’ front office team. NILES — A lot of behind-the-
Mercer OKs contracts for offices, services
None of the contracts increased more than 2.5 percent. MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County commissioners
ON AREA DIAMONDS | Youth baseball & softball
BASEBALL TRI-T COLT (15-18s) Classic Division South Range DeChellis Dental 13, Boardman Denman
Family raises $10,000 for Springfield relay
The relay runs from 6 p.m. today until 6 p.m. Saturday at Springfield High School. SPRINGFIELD
GM Smith’s main goal: Keep focus on the fans
Ticket prices have stayed the same and Eastwood Field got an upgrade. NILES — When Mahoning
Scrappers games — more than just baseball
There’s always something going on before, during and after games. NILES — Attending a Scrappers
Giambi will talk to investigator
The Yankee will be the first current player to speak to former Senator Mitchell. NEW YORK (AP) —
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Batavia Muckdogs at Scrappers First pitch: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Next: Scrappers play
Bridge to reopen
Bridge to reopen Hilltown Bridge on Churchill Road, Mahoning Township, Pa., will be reopened to
MAC-TAC MERGER Enrollment figures
Enrollment figures are for grades 10-12. RED DIVISION SchoolBoysGirls Canfield426379
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The reward offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of five
Beau Mills, the NAIA Player of the Year, led the NAIA in five statistical categories this season,
Beau Mills, the NAIA Player of the Year, led the NAIA in five statistical categories this season,
Audit commends MRDD, suggests ways to improve
A state audit says Mahoning County MRDD should charge area schools $1 million more a year.
‘Red Bull Guys’ keep climbing standings
They started the year at the bottom, but have worked their way up the list. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) —
School building project downsized
Warren schools face a decrease in pupil enrollment. WARREN — The Ohio School Facilities
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE STANDINGS
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Beaver Twp. to sponsor summer camp programs
The park board plans to offer week-long day camps for youths. NORTH LIMA — There’s a new thing
Man, woman indicted on murder charges
She said she felt threatened, so shot the man, police said. YOUNGSTOWN — Two people were indicted
Council sponsors WWII exhibit
Warren is one of five cities that the Ohio Humanities Council chose to host the event. WARREN
ADAM WHITE
ADAM WHITE Outfielder Drafted: Ninth round of 2007 baseball draft. Hometown: Morrisdale, Pa.
Judgeship opening draws 13 candidates
The appointee will have to run in the November 2008 general election. COLUMBUS — State Rep.
Wheels for the World program gets rolling
The program provides inmates an opportunity to establish a work ethic. YOUNGSTOWN — Helping
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD June 14 Assault:
Bourdais eyes third win in fifth Cleveland race
He won his first two races before placing fifth and then crashing last year. CLEVELAND (AP) — Like
MLB ROUNDUP \ Thursday’s games
INTERLEAGUE Rockies 4, Yankees 3 DENVER — Roger Clemens couldn’t hold on for his 350th win and
Mahoning ash trees fall victim to insects
A quarantine makes it illegal to transport firewood out of Mahoning County. The larvae of a
Sign to be dedicated to ex-senator
LAKE MILTON — For his contributions to the betterment of Lake Milton, former state Sen. Harry Meshel
ON THE TRACKS \ This weekend’s events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Toyota/Save Mart 350 Sonoma, Calif. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel,