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Vindy.com News Podcast for May 21, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, May 21 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
The day after, Pavlik happy but hurting
YOUNGSTOWN — Back home, less than 24 hours after dispatching Edison Miranda in the seventh
Mancini: Pavlik next superstar
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini believes that Kelly Pavlik fought
Community pride runs high after Kelly Pavlik's TKO victory
YOUNGSTOWN — While Kelly Pavlik pummeled his opponent to become the No. 1 middleweight
Blessing of motorcycles benefits leukemia victim
YOUNGSTOWN — After hearing that Angello Astorga’s leukemia had returned, it didn’t
If you missed it: Pavlik blog round by round
The Vindicator's Joe Scalzo was in Memphis Saturday blogging on the Kelly Pavlik fight. He blogged
Did you watch Pavlik Saturday? A Fitch grad did in Virginia
Fitch High School Class of 98's Scott Bondar got 40-some buddies to watch Kelly Pavlik in Virginia.
Ohio ranks as zoo capital of the United States
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio’s five city zoos, already among the most attended in the
Study: State patrol issues most tickets at start of month
CLEVELAND (AP) — What end-of-the-month quota? State police wrote more tickets in 2006 during
Mill Creek Campground sets summer season policies
BERLIN CENTER — Day-use activities in Mill Creek Campground will be limited for noncampers
Salem politicians shift focus to economic development
SALEM — The city’s political focus is switching from the Quaker Community Fire District
Poland pupils' project nets Rescue Mission $1,250
POLAND — Many youngsters cringe or complain when asked to perform mundane household chores
Mahoning County to repave 21 miles of roads
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County engineer’s office plans to have about 21 miles of
Youngstown area climbs list of America's best cities
<p>YOUNGSTOWN — It’s doubtful anyone in the Youngstown-Warren metropolitan area is
Plaque honors fallen Vietnam soldiers from Boardman
BOARDMAN — Edward Lozano sent a letter home to his parents asking for Kool-Aid because it was
Pavlik wins in the Seventh
Kelly Pavlik has just knocked out Edison Miranda in the seventh round with 1:47 left! It's all over!
Pavlik Live | Seventh round
The crowd was ooing and ahhing as replays showed Pavlik's two knockdown punches. The crowd is
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Youngstown’s Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik took his biggest step
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Youngstown’s Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik took his biggest step toward becoming the WBC
Puttin’ on the dog show
This is one of the few five-day dog events in this region. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — It’s not unusual
Judge won’t prevent Burton, AT&T link
NASCAR expects to keep up its legal battle. ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge and the 11th U.S.
Senators in finals for first time, 3-2
Daniel Alfredsson’s goal at 9:32 of overtime lifted Ottawa past Buffalo. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) —
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS Monday, April 30 Ottawa 2, New Jersey
Salcedo brothers win Div. I doubles crown
OBERLIN — Despite an eye injury to Bryan Salcedo caused by his brother Robert in the semifinals,
Despite an eye injury to Bryan Salcedo caused by his brother Robert in the semifinals, the Boardman
Despite an eye injury to Bryan Salcedo caused by his brother Robert in the semifinals, the Boardman
Banquet lauds Goodwill, employees
BOARDMAN — Nearly 250 people attended last week’s Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries’ annual awards
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Thunderplex camp — with instruction by YSU assistant coach Craig Antush, June 11-14 for
Crash ends wedding plans
Crash ends wedding plans GREAT FALLS, Mont. — The Canadian Forces pilot killed in a Snowbirds jet
School board picks first female principal
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The New Castle Area School District made history last week. The school board
INDY 500 QUALIFYING
INDY 500 QUALIFYING Saturday After the third of four days of qualifications; race Sunday, May 27
Reds pound Indians
Reds pound Indians Brandon Phillips hit a three-run homer against his former team and extended his
Arizona’s big rally jars Bucs
The Diamondbacks rallied for a 9-8 victory on Carlos Quentin’s two-run single. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
LOOKING BACK
LOOKING BACK Wilson High School Named for: Woodrow Wilson, 28th U.S. president Notable fact:
Pistons hope to devise ‘LeBron Plan’ for Cavs
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — For now, call it the LeBron Plan. Years ago, the Detroit Pistons had a
Mets’ Glavine wins 295th game, 10-7
NEW YORK — Tom Glavine closed within five wins of 300, while the New York Yankees lost yet another
Sliders will begin season on the road
April showers bring May flowers, along with something new this year — a professional baseball team.
By JOE SCALZO
MEMPHIS — For the past few months, middleweight Edison Miranda waived his Miranda Rights, choosing
Students express mixed emotions about moving on
Rayen students will go to East, while Wilson kids will go to East or Chaney. YOUNGSTOWN — High
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Jennifer L. Mondora The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
Homers lead Tigers to victory
Gary Sheffield passed Jose Canseco for home runs. DETROIT — Ivan Rodriguez’s three-run homer in
Clergy couples in Valley mix work, family and faith
The Rev. Kathryn Adams didn’t have any divine guidance when it came to meeting someone. She did what
NEXT UP \ This week’s events
YSU Wednesday-Sunday — Baseball at Horizon League tournament, Chicago THUNDER Saturday — vs.
NBA SCHEDULE
NBA SCHEDULE Cavaliers vs. Detroit Monday — Cleveland at Detroit, 8 p.m. Thursday — Cleveland at
Military duty adds new dimension to clergy couple’s life
The Rev. Peter Lawson answered a two-fold call — as a military chaplain and church pastor.
RAYEN AND WILSON
RAYEN AND WILSON Upcoming events A few activities remain as Wilson and Rayen high schools
Habitat for Humanity, parish help nurse be a homeowner
The home was built entirely with the help of some 250 volunteers from Holy Family Catholic Church in
AT A GLANCE \ Spurs vs. Jazz
SAN ANTONIO SPURS (58-24, 8-3) vs. No. 4 UTAH JAZZ (51-31, 8-4) Season series: Tied, 2-2, with
By a head: Curlin has last-stride triumph
Curlin overcame Kentucky Derby winner Street Sense to spoil a Triple Crown bid. BALTIMORE (AP) —
Cheer Competition registration is open
YOUNGSTOWN — The Northeast Ohio Youth Football League is announcing open squad registration for
AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Tri-T Pony (ages 13-14) Buckeye Auto Mart 8, Canfield Red 5 St. Anthony’s 10,
Chase, crash, charges
Chase, crash, charges YOUNGSTOWN — A 22-year-old city man faces one felony charge of failure to
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Pair of Queens (Cloninger) 4.80 3.20 3.60 Best Manners
GOODWILL INDUSTRIES Award recipients
Businesses and individuals receiving honors at Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries’ annual banquet
Churches aim to break barriers
Ashtabula, Trumbull and Mahoning county churches worshiped together. YOUNGSTOWN — Nate
MIXED FEELINGS: Woodrow Wilson High School seniors LeVar Riley, left, and Evangelina Figueroa say
MIXED FEELINGS: Woodrow Wilson High School seniors LeVar Riley, left, and Evangelina Figueroa say
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS QUARTERFINALS (Best-of-7) Saturday, May 5 Detroit
Charity dog show, hike looking for contestants
BOARDMAN — Animal Charity is in need of dog contestants and prize donations for its third annual Dog
HONORS
HONORS State homecoming winner Brooke Slemons, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Howard Slemons of West
Defense fails the Thunder
Mahoning Valley failed to make one defensive stop in a 62-26 loss to Florida. ESTERO, Fla. —
With series tied, Red Wings expect to roast the Ducks
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Red Wings have the Anaheim Ducks right where they want them. Maybe.
Buckeye men upset in tennis tournament
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Illinois knocked off No. 2 Ohio State in the NCAA men’s tennis championships,
AT A GLANCE \ Cavs vs. Pistons
DETROIT (53-29, 8-2) vs. No. 2 CLEVELAND (50-32, 8-2) Season series: Pistons, 3-1, by limiting the
IN THE CUP!
IN THE CUP! Area Holes in One Elaine Rudick of Poland made ace on 116-yard, No. 16 hole, at
Imada, Matteson remain tied for lead
They fired 69s for a two-shot lead entering the final round of the AT&T Classic. DULUTH, Ga. —
Former Indian Phillips powers Reds to victory
David Ross also hit a three-run homer for Cincinnati. CLEVELAND (AP) — Brandon Phillips hit a
BOARDMAN BUSINESSMEN LEAGUE Champions from 1962-present
Boardman Businessmen League champions over the years: 1962-63: unknown. 1963-64: Sandberg
SOCCER \ MLS games
Red Bulls 4, Columbus 0 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Juan Pablo Angel scored a goal and added two
Judge resentences probation violators
Two were sent to prison, and the rest will do time in the county jail. MERCER, Pa. — Mercer
Jazz, Spurs launch series today
The best-of-seven Western finals will begin this afternoon in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO (AP) —
DOG SHOW Memorial Weekend Classic
What: There will 134 breeds of dogs shown over the five-day Memorial Classic dog show. Three dog
Woods sweeps weights in meet
The Grove City standout beat her top challenger in both events. HERMITAGE, Pa. — For Arin
ON TAP \ This week’s prep schedule
WEDNESDAY SOFTBALL Division II At Akron Firestone Stadium Poland vs. Field, 5 p.m. Division III
PGA-AT&T CLASSIC
PGA-AT&T CLASSIC Saturday At TPC Sugarloaf Duluth, Ga. Purse: $5.4 million Yardage: 7,259
OHIO
OHIO Friday 5/18 Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-0-9 Pick 4, 1-4-1-7 Rolling Cash 5, 1-9-18-26-33 Mega
Ex-Delphi worker designs, crafts jewelry
Nancy Barnes keeps as busy as she wants to, with her Delphi Packard job ended. WARREN —
Fitzer remembered for moral convictions
The lifelong Youngstown-area resident was a community watchdog. YOUNGSTOWN — Robert Fitzer was
Projected $363,000 deficit daunts district
The school district is losing its superintendent and a middle school principal. BROOKFIELD — A
Relay raises $305,000
Relay raises $305,000 BOARDMAN — The Boardman Relay for Life raised $305,000, said Mark Luke,
Salem’s Gorby double distance winner at district
He heads to regionals in both the 800 and 1600 along with the relay team. SALEM — Stop Gorby.
Pet Center tops Boardman loop
T.W. Pet Centers was crowned Boardman Businessmen’s champion with members Steve Bayer Jr., Gary