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Scrappers' winning streak snapped
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers had their three-game winning streak snapped Sunday by the Batavia
House fire injures three in Campbell
<p>CAMPBELL — A 5-year-old Second Street boy was badly burned after he was pulled out of
Columbus police catch escapee from Austintown
<p>COLUMBUS — An Austintown man who escaped from a mental health institution was
Poland Village police begin motorcycle patrols
POLAND — With all the motorcycle experience that Poland village police officers have —
Goddess of Speed hood ornament on Packards returns to Warren
WARREN — Large replicas of the Goddess of Speed, the famed hood ornament that was part of many
Chamber advances proposal to consolidate Valley school districts
YOUNGSTOWN — The Regional Chamber of Commerce hopes to meet with one representative from every
Mahoning seeks loan fund to fight blight in townships, villages
The Mahoning County District Board of Health wants to establish a revolving loan fund to help
Food, drink prices at Chevy Centre equal, less than similar venues
YOUNGSTOWN — A family of four attending an event at the Chevrolet Centre could easily spend
Youngstown uses shrinkage as strategy for revitalization
YOUNGSTOWN (AP) — The panoramic view from the front steps of Loretta Bares’ modest
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Sports Directions USA — showcase will be held at Flaherty Field in New Castle, June
MILL CREEK METROPARKS July calendar
Activities slated next month at Mill Creek MetroParks: July 1: 1-4 p.m. Canada Day Kayak. On our
FUGITIVE OF WEEK
FUGITIVE OF WEEK Andre Mason The FBI and the Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown are asking the
SOAP BOX DERBY Who won
The top three winners in three divisions of the Greater Youngstown Area Soap Box Derby are: Stock:
COMING MONDAY
COMING MONDAY Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams wants the Chevrolet Centre to lower concession prices
ROCKFORD ARENA: The 10,000-seat MetroCentre in Rockford, Ill., is struggling to make ends meet. That
ROCKFORD ARENA: The 10,000-seat MetroCentre in Rockford, Ill., is struggling to make ends meet. That
MLB ROUNDUP
MLB ROUNDUP Saturday’s other games INTERLEAGUE Giants 6, Yankees 5, 13 innings SAN FRANCISCO
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP TOYOTA/SAVE MART 350 LINEUP After Friday qualifying; race today At Infineon
Go ask Alice: wildlife has taken over
This column does not actually entail the exploits of the sports world but it does elaborate on some
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Tonight Who: Batavia Muckdogs at Scrappers First pitch: 6:05 Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)
Courthouse renovations near completion
The renovations will improve the courtrooms and administrative offices. LISBON — Renovations
Oregon State takes Game 1 of CWS
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Freshman Jorge Reyes led Oregon State to within one win of its second straight
PGA-TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP
PGA-TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP At TPC River Highlands Cromwell, Conn. Purse: $6 million Yardage:
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE BASEBALL First team Pitchers Scott Smith, Mooney, Jr. Tom Popadak,
CLASS B LEAGUE
CLASS B LEAGUE DAVE SUGAR 15, SIMON ROOFING 5 Dave Sugar 00102(10)2—15111 Simon Roofing 110120
AT A GLANCE | Wimbledon A look at Wimbledon, the Grand Slam tennis tournament at the All England Club:
Surface: Grass. Schedule: Play starts Monday. As usual, there is no action scheduled for the middle
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Detroit259344476486429.294 Los
After wreck, 2 families cope with aftermath
Their son and brother was taken from them, and the driver responsible was not punished enough, a
Hot-hitting Willits hurts Bucs
He homered and drove in three as the Angels beat Pittsburgh Friday night. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) —
File Acme Photo, Cleveland Bureau, 1937
File Acme Photo, Cleveland Bureau, 1937 LITTLE STEEL STRIKE: Grimly dominating the gate to the
DeBartolo fundraiser attracts top celebs
The foundation will award $40,000 in scholarships. YOUNGSTOWN — One of the area’s biggest
Councilwoman to become Poland’s mayor
POLAND — Councilwoman Chris Yash will became mayor today with the resignation of Mayor Ruth Wilkes.
NOTEBOOK \ NASCAR
Busch qualifying: Pinch-hitting for regular driver Denny Hamlin, Aric Almirola took the pole for the
Smokers light up across state line
Some people are traveling from Ohio to Pennsylvania bars where they can smoke. SHARON, Pa. —
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Boston4725.653—z-7-3W-323-1224-1311-5
MEN
MEN Pine Lakes Monday Night (Pine Lakes) — Low gross: Dave Majors 37, Jeff Dripps Sr. 40, Brendan
TODAY
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (VS.) Yachting: America’s Cup. 9 a.m. (GC) Golf: BMW International Open. 12:37
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Online (Meyers)8.004.403.00 I Go Solo (Pilares)3.003.00
Ellwood City arts/crafts festival to kick off
ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. — The 27th annual Ellwood City Arts, Crafts and Food Festival will be held Friday
Gordon, Johnson back on the track after inspection
Their cars were approved Saturday, but a win seems unlikely for either driver. SONOMA, Calif. (AP)
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)41.800— Auburn (Blue Jays)32.7501 Williamsport
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael T. Matas, 29, of 130 Cedar Circle, Cortland, and Lisa
PGA leader may get card back
Jay Williamson has a one-stroke lead in the Travelers Championship. CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — Jay
Couple helps preserve park memories
Their love of history and belief in its preservation sustains the couple’s involvement.
Soap Box Derby builds memories
Former derby participants look back at the event with fondness. YOUNGSTOWN — As 89-year-old
THE ROSTERS Penn-Ohio Classic
OHIO No. PlayerHTWT PositionHigh School 1Aaron Valentine 6-0 230 TE/DE Leetonia 2Tony Metsch6-
Home run, double play in ninth rescue Indians
Victor Martinez hit a three-run homer to lift the Tribe past the Nationals 4-3. WASHINGTON (AP) —
PROJECTIONS VS. ACTUALS
PROJECTIONS VS. ACTUALS Centre profits The financial forecasts for the Chevrolet Centre in
Bourdais outlasts pack of rookies to grab pole
CLEVELAND (AP) — Sebastien Bourdais rolled his eyes and faked momentary despair when told he hadn’t
Geneva to host all-star football
Western Reserve’s Mike Kopachy will coach Ohio’s team. BEAVER FALLS, Pa. — Brandon Moherman
2007 NHL DRAFT
2007 NHL DRAFT TEAM BY TEAM Columbus Blue Jackets 1 (7) Jakub Voracek, rw, Halifax (QMJHL).
Viewing local venue’s losses in broader context
Youngstown’s location will work against it, the editor of a trade publication says. YOUNGSTOWN
Spider-Man artist comes to town
A special print will be available at the signing. ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. — Ron Frenz, the artist who
OHIO BAN
OHIO BAN Pennsylvania effect Ohio authorities are starting to enforce the smoking ban passed by
GOLF ROUNDUP Saturday’s other events
Bank of America Championship CONCORD, Mass. — Three birdies on his last six holes gave Tom Purtzer
Sugar clobbers Simon; Rondinelli blanks Express, 6-0
R&J Trucking and Wharmby Sports also posted victories. STRUTHERS — A 10-run sixth inning broke up
Cardinals club Phillies, 8-3
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Juan Encarnacion and Chris Duncan homered, Adam Wainwright pitched six sharp
IN THE CUP!
IN THE CUP! Area Holes in One Rick Gray of Canfield aced the No. 9 hole at Tippecanoe Country
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER EASTERN CONFERENCE WLTPtsGFGA New York633212415 Kansas City632202317
ILLINOIS ARENA: The U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington, Ill., registered a $2.5 million debt
ILLINOIS ARENA: The U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington, Ill., registered a $2.5 million debt
COLLEGE BASEBALL WORLD SERIES
COLLEGE BASEBALL WORLD SERIES At Rosenblatt Stadium Omaha, Neb. Double Elimination Friday,
Some change will do you good: Wimbledon embraces the latest trends
Roger Federer’s status as overwhelming favorite is one thing that hasn’t changed. So much
County public meeting
County public meeting NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Lawrence County commissioners will have their public
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE NATIONAL CONFERENCE Eastern Division WLTPctPFPA y-Dallas1410.933939748
SCRAPPERS
SCRAPPERS Today — Batavia, 6:05 p.m. Monday — Auburn, 7:05 p.m. Tuesday — Auburn, 7:05 p.m.
Pestano strong out of ’pen
The reliever played a key role in Mahoning Valley’s fourth win in five games. He knew right
Signups brisk for Ships Revue
The construction of a new bridge will not hinder the competition or the fun. SHARON, Pa. —