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Firefighters threatened by armed gunman
YOUNGSTOWN — Two men, including one with an assault rifle, at an East Delason Avenue home held
Scrappers lose to Auburn 5-0
One night after the Scrappers scored 14 runs they were shut out by the Auburn Doubledays, 5-0,
Two escape injury in Canfield Road fire
YOUNGSTOWN — Two people escaped injury after their Canfield Road home caught on fire.
Warren board to weigh options for new schools
WARREN — The board of education will mull options for the construction of its new schools to
Zadok Street Art Festival moving to downtown Salem
SALEM — The Zadok Street Art Festival is moving downtown. The Larwen Council for the Arts,
Columbiana Co. officials ask for money that's not there
LISBON — Columbiana County officials are asking for millions of dollars in 2008 that the
Lighting up the legal way
It’s been almost two months since the statewide smoking ban went into effect in Ohio, and some
Want a new iPhone? You get your chance Friday
Santa won’t be there, but managers of AT&T stores say they are expecting Christmastime-
Warren Council puts permanent safety forces tax on fall ballot
WARREN — City residents can expect to see a permanent police and fire tax levy on the November
$500K for Lawrence County project gets U.S. House approval
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire said he successfully placed a $500,000 earmark in an
Storm causes power outages in Mahoning, Shenango valleys
About 5,000 FirstEnergy customers in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys lost power today because of a
Strickland to visit the Valley on Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — Gov. Ted Strickland will visit Youngstown State University on Friday to discuss
Palermo gets sworn in as 1st Mahoning County woman recorder
YOUNGSTOWN — Noralynn Palermo, who was appointed to fill the unexpired term of county
Struthers Council meeting tonight canceled
STRUTHERS — Tonight's city council meeting has been canceled because the air conditioner at
Champion man treated in Cincinnati for meningitis
CHAMPION – A 20-year-old student at the University of Cincinnati remains in serious condition
Admission fee, fencing planned for St. Luke's Festival
BOARDMAN — Suggestions from the police department following last year’s St. Luke’s
First Place Bank endows YSU business school with $500K
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is $500,000 closer to completing its $43-million
Youngstown police probe homicide No. 15
YOUNGSTOWN —   A glass bottle tossed at a white SUV may be the act of aggression that led
It might be a little like Christmas at AT&T stores Friday
Santa won’t be there, but managers of AT&T stores say they are expecting Christmastime-
Guess who's on Louie Free today?
One of the guests on today's Louie Free show is former New York City Mayor Ed Koch. The show is on
People on the move
Some recent hirings and promotions: TECHNOLOGY Youngstown Business Incubator has hired Julie
Some July 4th festivities
JULY 4 ACTIVITIES: POLAND This year’s Independence Day celebrations will occur on Friday, June
Dog park opening in Hermitage
HERMITAGE, Pa. —  Dogs will now have a safe place to romp. Hillcrest-Flynn Pet Funeral
Port authority OKs bond financing for landfill
VIENNA – The Western Reserve Port Authority has approved the issuance of $45 million in bonds
Federal appeals court reinstates $75,000 award
CINCINNATI — A federal appeals court has overruled a federal district court judge who said a
East Side drive-by claims life of 27-year-old man
YOUNGSTOWN — The man shot to death outside an apartment at 1467 Woodcrest Ave. on the East
Cheapest gas: Still $2.799 in Struthers
Gas prices around the area have been pretty stable the last few days. The cheapest gas in the Valley
Art festival moves to downtown Salem
SALEM — The Zadok Street Art Festival is moving downtown. The Lawren Council for the Arts,
Pedestrian killed by car near Homeworth
HOMEWORTH   — The Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol said today it is still
Vindy.com News Podcast for June 27, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, June 27 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
Esposito confident despite tumble
The Pens’ top draft pick believes his NHL days aren’t far away. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh
Castillo’s grand slam suggests catcher has found comfort zone
Playing time was a rare commodity when he played at Lake County. As Castillo was
Park director retires to enjoy life
The director listed reading, traveling and fly fishing as ways she’ll likely spend free time.
Sentencing date reset in case of bomb materials
Telshaw faces a federal charge if he refuses the plea agreement on state charges. YOUNGSTOWN
MLB ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 3, Yankees 2 BALTIMORE — Corey Patterson capped a perfect night at the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Milton R. Taltoan, 44, of 841 Marmion Ave., Youngstown and
Township plans to ask voters to approve 4.1-mill general levy
The levy would generate about $4.1 million annually, for five years. BOARDMAN — Township
Aching NFL retirees describe pension complaints to Congress
Sympathetic legislators may turn up the heat for improved pensions. WASHINGTON (AP) — Aging NFL
Additional retirement deals offered
The highest individual buyout will be $25,000; the lowest will be less than $5,000. YOUNGSTOWN
NOTEBOOK | Wimbledon
Henman gives Brits hope: By the sights and sounds alone, one would have thought Tim Henman ended
BOARDMAN
BOARDMAN Proposed measure Township officials agreed this week to seek a five-year, 4.1-mill
Inspectors take care examining rides
The state’s 2,780 rides are inspected at random during the amusement season. COLUMBUS —
ABOUT THESE PICTURES
ABOUT THESE PICTURES Austintown case These photographs were provided by the Austintown Police
AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 8, ATHLETICS 5
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A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND June 22 Arrest: A traffic
WNBA ROUNDUP
WNBA ROUNDUP Tuesday’s games Mystics 91, Sun 75 UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Alana Beard scored 20
WOMEN’S NBA
WOMEN’S NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Detroit102.833— Indiana103.769 1/2 New York76.5383
31⁄2-year sentence
31⁄2-year sentence WARREN — A 24-year-old Niles man who took an assault rifle into a crowded Niles
Tribe rallies for win
Tribe rallies for win Kelly Shoppach’s pinch-hit three-run homer capped a five-run ninth inning
Theft recovery slow for Hubbard Little Eagles
Some of the funds have been returned. HUBBARD — The fallout after the theft of more than
Maholm caps celebration with win
The Pirates ended a five-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over Florida. MIAMI (AP) — A day after
NASCAR Nextel Cup Leaders
NASCAR Nextel Cup Leaders Through June 24 Points 1, Jeff Gordon, 2,438. 2, Denny Hamlin,
Hanshaw has his sights set on Roy Jones Jr. bout
The Warren native could raise his profile considerably. Kelly Pavlik isn’t the only Mahoning
The Campbell Board of Education met Tuesday night at the high school and handled these matters:
The Campbell Board of Education met Tuesday night at the high school and handled these matters:
5 kids from filthy home receive care
Police raided the home looking for stolen goods. AUSTINTOWN — Five children taken from a
Man sentenced to 15 years in prison
YOUNGSTOWN — Bruce Clinkscale, 34, of Lanterman Avenue, is sentenced to 15 years in prison for
County urged to buy GM transport vans
WARREN — Trumbull County Commissioner Daniel E. Polivka wants a county agency to look at the cost of
The board of education has received 18 applications for the superintendent’s position. The
The board of education has received 18 applications for the superintendent’s position. The
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The scale for a proposed change in number grades converting to letter grades was
Cortland teen collects furry friends for a cause
People have already donated more than 1,000 stuffed animals to the project. CORTLAND — She
Developer to withdraw, resubmit annex request
There would be 50 single-family homes on the land, the developer said. CANFIELD — A hearing
KINGS ISLAND
KINGS ISLAND Location: Mason, Ohio Accident date: July 9 Description: Structural failure on
3-time champion Venus avoids first-round upset
Amelie Mauresmo and Maria Sharapova won easily. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Three-time champion
NOTEBOOK | From Eastwood Field
Peter Piper’s pickled promotion: The Scrappers held a “Salute to the Pickle” promotion, handing out
Shoppach homer delivers Tribe win
His three-run shot was part of a five-run ninth-inning rally. CLEVELAND (AP) — Kelly Shoppach’s
Infocision plans center that will add many jobs
It will be the first occupant of a 24-acre technology park. BOARDMAN — Infocision Management
Schools job draws 18 applicants
Howland is in no hurry to hire a superintendent to replace John Rubesich, a board member says.
Lisbon detective to head task force
LISBON — Detective Dan Downard of the Lisbon Police Department will be the new director of the
Sorenstam is facing some big challenges
The U.S. Women’s Open this week is her third tournament back from injuries. SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.
LOUIS VUITTON CUP
LOUIS VUITTON CUP At Valencia, Spain (Besm New Zealand Tuesday, June 26 Flight 3 Emirates
Swanson’s homer inside the park is key hit for Action
Josh Conkey and Mike Sikorski helped Roth Brothers to stay unbeaten. STRUTHERS — Karl Swanson hit
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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America’s Cup Challengers
America’s Cup Challengers By The Associated Press Off Valencia, Spain Louis Vuitton Cup
Police seek help to find rapist
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are seeking help in finding a rapist who has attacked
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Tonight Who: Auburn Doubledays at Scrappers First pitch: 7:05 Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)
Fight Schedule
Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses June 27 At Gold Coast, Australia, Anthony Mundine,
Love him or hate him, Pirates fans had better days with the slugger. Since then, the team hasn’t been the same. BROKEN BONDS
OU ZONA’S PASSION FOR THE Pittsburgh Pirates and their 1990 playoff run motivated him to create the
Two car racers, crew chiefs hit with penalties
Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson each were docked 100 points. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Jeff Gordon
Salem school board to utilize audit results to cut spending
The audit offered suggestions and praise for some of Salem’s programs. SALEM — The Salem Board
ON AREA DIAMONDS \ Youth baseball & softball
BASEBALL TRI-T COLT (15-18s) Classic Division Austintown Lane Lifetrans 7, Poland David’s Heating
Struthers board sets Phase 1 of stadium in motion
The project completion deadline is just a few days before the first football game. STRUTHERS
CLASS B LEAGUE LINESCORES LATE MONDAY ACTION PHYSICAL THERAPY 8, YOUNGSTOWN EXPRESS 2
CLASS B LEAGUE LINESCORES LATE MONDAY ACTION PHYSICAL THERAPY 8, YOUNGSTOWN EXPRESS 2
Car strikes, kills Homeworth man, 88
HOMEWORTH — An 88-year-old Columbiana County man was hit by a vehicle and killed Tuesday as he
ARENA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS
ARENA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS WILD CARD National Conference Friday, June 29: Orlando at
Another Chinese player is expected to join Yao as a tall NBA presence
Yi Jianlian could be drafted as high as No. 3. BEIJING (AP) — They love Yao. Now comes Yi.
STANDINGS | New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)53.625— Williamsport (Phillies)53.625— Auburn
Turf war shots hit kids’ bus
One man was arrested and two are being sought. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A bus transporting mentally
Township finances summer road work
Weathersfield also approved a new health insurance plan. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield
NASCAR TV ratings decline, but younger viewers on increase
Viewers from college dormitories account for some of the gain in audience. NASCAR’s television
2007 U.S. SOCCER SCHEDULE
2007 U.S. SOCCER SCHEDULE (Won 10, Lost 0, Tied 1) b-Thursday, June 28 — vs. Argentina at
RIDE SAFELY
RIDE SAFELY Safety tips Ride operators aren’t the only ones responsible for safety. Under Ohio
Full Mahoning jail reopening delayed 4 weeks
Corrections officer training classes were delayed in May because of a lack of money.
Thunder is rested to tackle top club
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton is unbeaten. YOUNGSTOWN — No one had a tougher week off from the af2
Police intervene in 4-girl brawl
YOUNGSTOWN — Pepper spray was used to break up a fight among four girls whose punching and hair-