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Soap Box Derby builds memories
YOUNGSTOWN — As 89-year-old John Fraser watched the eighth annual Greater Youngstown Area Soap
Chevy Centre's losses weighed against other arenas
YOUNGSTOWN — With a $26 million federal check in its wallet, Youngstown leapt into the
Ohio smokers lighting up across the state line
SHARON, Pa. — Geno Rossi used to see the same faces day after day at the bar he manages, Our
Signups brisk for Small Ships Revue in Sharon
SHARON, Pa. — Just about anything that floats will be in the water for this year’s
Spider-Man artist comes to town
ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. — Ron Frenz, the artist who introduced the new black Spider-Man costume to
After wreck, 2 families cope with aftermath
AUSTINTOWN — If we could take back last Sept. 26 and do it over, Fitch High School junior John
Scrappers win again
NILES — Jansy Infante had a pair of doubles and an RBI, and Jeff Hehr singled twice, leading
Mahoning OVI checkpoint results in citations
GREEN — The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force stopped 1,312 motorists
Canton woman found; boyfriend charged with murder
CANTON, Ohio (AP) — Authorities today arrested the boyfriend of a missing nine-month pregnant
Columbiana courtrooms undergoing renovation
LISBON — Renovations to the Columbiana County courthouse are coming to an end, although it
Councilwoman Chris Yash to serve as Poland mayor
POLAND — Councilwoman Chris Yash will became mayor Sunday with the resignation of Mayor Ruth
Lawrence commissioners move their Tuesday meeting
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Lawrence County commissioners will have their public meeting at 6:30
Missing Pitt student found among the homeless in Montana
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A University of Pittsburgh student last seen in April was found apparently
Woman dies in accident at Ohio glass factory
ROSSFORD, Ohio (AP) — A woman at a glass factory was killed in an accident Friday, authorities
Mental patient who escaped Friday still at large
YOUNGSTOWN — Vincent Roberts, 36, who three years ago in a rage severely beat his mother with
Sun 78, Fever 74
Sun 78, Fever 74 INDIANAPOLIS — Katie Douglas scored a career-high 30 points to lead the
PGA-TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP
PGA-TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP At TPC River Highlands Cromwell, Conn. Purse: $6 million Yardage:
YPD arrest 4 men, seize suspected drugs in raids
Police said they walked in through an open front door at one house. YOUNGSTOWN — Four men
Bourdais takes provisional pole
The two-time champ was the only driver in the 17-car field under 57 seconds. CLEVELAND (AP) — On
South Koreans share LPGA top spot
Rookie In-Kyung Kim and Mi Hyun Kim are at 7-under-par after two rounds. PITTSFORD, N.Y. —
Road workers in New Castle get new contract
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Union Township supervisors unanimously approved a six-year contract with the
AREA DIAMONDS \ Youth baseball & softball
BASEBALL TRI-T COLT (15-18s) Players Division Boardman IDMI 13, Mill Creek PAC Builders 9
Penguins ink Recchi, Roberts to new pacts
The two veterans players agreed to one-year contracts. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Penguins’ two oldest
Gordon, Johnson will start in rear
Their cars failed inspection. If they meet standards, they will start last on Sunday. SONOMA,
Bucs’ scoring woes go to 20
Seattle’s Felix Hernandez shut out Pittsburgh in eight innings of work. SEATTLE (AP) — Felix
Police arrest 3 in solicitation case
YOUNGSTOWN — Police who staked out some suspicious activity on Hillman Street arrested one man on a
U.S. goalie Kasey Keller gets offer to play in Iran
Thanks but no thanks: He’s interested in Europe, Mexico or the United States. CHICAGO (AP) — U.S.
Mahoning Co. elections board delays decision on write-ins
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Board of Elections canceled a Monday meeting to determine whether
COLLEGE BASEBALL WORLD SERIES
COLLEGE BASEBALL WORLD SERIES At Rosenblatt Stadium Omaha, Neb. Double Elimination Friday,
Stars coming Sunday
Stars coming Sunday Area all-conference selections from the spring high school season will be
LIBERTY
LIBERTY The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay FAMILY FRIGHT: A father comforts his two children after
By JOE SCALZO
NILES — His teammates were already starting to trickle into the locker room and the Eastwood Field
INDICTMENTS
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County A grand jury indicted the following people: William R. Lester, 69,
Call-up Watson dooms Indians
Brandon Watson got two hits and two RBIs to lead the Nationals to a 4-1 win. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Youngstown Initiative hosts first volunteers
The initiative matches agencies and help-groups with people in need. YOUNGSTOWN — The
INSIDE
INSIDE On C6 The Pittsburgh Penguins’ two oldest players are sticking around for one more season
THURSDAY’S GAMES
THURSDAY’S GAMES INTERLEAGUE Texas 6, Chicago Cubs 5 Colorado 4, N.Y. Yankees 3 Baltimore 6,
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE NATIONAL CONFERENCE Eastern Division WLTPctPFPA y-Dallas1410.933939748
Gay easily wins 100 into wind
His 9.84 clocking was the second fastest ever run into a head wind. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Perhaps
Earnhardt gets Sony endorsements deal
The company gets the right to use his name, likeness and voice for promotions. OAKVILLE, Calif.
Diocese: Mount Carmel is closing
The school’s supporters were shocked by the announcement of the closing. NILES — The 2006-07
Orioles place Tejada on 15-day disabled list
PHOENIX (AP) — Baltimore shortstop Miguel Tejada was placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday with
AG has no regrets over cursing at local reporter
The attorney general ‘was responding as a father,’ his spokeswoman said. YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio
2 brothers face multiple charges after police stop
BOARDMAN — Two Youngstown brothers are in the Mahoning County Justice Center after police stopped
Durant also shows talent to Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Kevin Durant worked out with the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday, two days
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Boston4625.648—6-4W-223-1223-1310-5
Two U.S. players selected at the top
It was the first time in the draft history that Americans went one-two. COLUMBUS (AP) — Oh,
Career college set to open in Liberty shopping center
LIBERTY — A Virginia-based chain of career colleges has announced plans to open a branch in a
Oden gives Seattle a whirl
His quick trip through Seattle contrasted to his ballyhooed visit to Portland. SEATTLE (AP) — Greg
2007 NHL DRAFT SELECTIONS
2007 NHL DRAFT SELECTIONS At Columbus, Ohio First Round 1. Chicago, Patrick Kane, rw, London
Ex-inmate gets 9 years for attack on deputy
YOUNGSTOWN — A former Mahoning County Jail inmate who helped another inmate attack a deputy sheriff
Thomas fires 1-hitter, fans 13 in 2-0 victory
John Thomas of Wharmby Sports didn’t walk anyone and rapped two hits. STRUTHERS — John Thomas
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)31.750— Auburn (Blue Jays)31.750— Jamestown
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Batavia Muckdogs at Scrappers. First pitch: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Next: Scrappers
Austintown man flees mental institution
The highway patrol issued an all-points bulletin for the escapee. YOUNGSTOWN — Vincent
Drug deaths hit new high in Columbiana County
At least 11 drug deaths have occurred in Columbiana County this year. LISBON — Drug and
Wimbledon selects top seeds
Justine Henin and Roger Federer will open play on Monday. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — The route to
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Martin S. Hume, 50, is an attorney at a Youngstown firm and assistant prosecutor
Boardman safety village
Boardman safety village BOARDMAN — Boardman Council PTA will present the 16th annual safety
Panic attack blamed for polygraph delay
The assistant prosecutor said she doubts Adams will try to take the lie-detector test again.
First-timers, big crowd at home opener
Monique Vincent, above left, and Tracy Sandbrook show off baseballs autographed by Mahoning Valley
Nurse files lawsuit against the NOCC
YOUNGSTOWN — A nurse at St. Elizabeth Health Center has sued the Northeast Ohio Correctional Center
INTERLEAGUE
INTERLEAGUE Tigers 5, Braves 0 ATLANTA — Kenny Rogers, making his first start of the season
SCHOOL FACTS
SCHOOL FACTS Our Lady of Mount Carmel School opened: 1949. Years at current location: 50.
Krzyzewski has big plans for U.S. team and Blue Devils
He’ll first guide the U.S. team through a qualifier for the 2008 Olympics. DURHAM, N.C. (AP) —
Council faces likely vacancy
A special meeting is set for today to name a president pro tempore. POLAND — A resignation by
CHAMP CAR WORLD SERIES GRAND
CHAMP CAR WORLD SERIES GRAND PRIX OF CLEVELAND QUALIFYING After Friday’s qualifying; qualifying
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER EASTERN CONFERENCE WLTPtsGFGA New York633212415 Kansas City632202317
Tigers trade pitcher Maroth to needy Cards
ATLANTA (AP) — The Detroit Tigers traded lefty Mike Maroth to the pitching-desperate St. Louis
Beavers ready to take on Tar Heels again
It’s the second time in 61 years the same two teams will meet. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The message was
NOTEBOOK \ From Eastwood Field
Nice atmosphere: Mahoning Valley Scrappers manager Tim Laker was impressed with the atmosphere for
STEEL VALLEY SUPER NATIONALS Hot rodders’ heaven at Quaker City
The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay Jeff Wilson of Boardman, above, cleans the 1969 Corvette he
Pacman released, leaves Vegas
He posted $20,000 bail and will return July 23 for a hearing. LAS VEGAS (AP) — His distinctive
Jury finds man, 18, complicit in death
One prosecutor said Bertrum Moore had to be part of a getaway plan. YOUNGSTOWN — The 18-year-
Patrick returns to Iowa
She hadn’t raced in the state since she was a kid. NEWTON, Iowa (AP) — The last time Danica
Toms gets share of Travelers lead after 5-under 65
He’s tied with journeyman Jay Williamson, who is in his second PGA Tour event. CROMWELL, Conn.
Delphi, UAW reach tentative pact
Hourly pay will be cut from $27 to between $14 and $18.50, sources say. DETROIT — Struggling