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Beer, community pride flow freely at Pavlik's victory bash
BOARDMAN — Would anyone stand a Ghost of a chance in getting a drink at Tiffany’s Bar
Ohio tobacco settlement to provide billions for schools, tax relief
COLUMBUS (AP) — The Republican-controlled Legislature appears poised to pass Gov. Ted
Niles man seriously injured in one-car crash in Howland
HOWLAND — A man was in critical condition Sunday at St. Elizabeth Health Center after a one-
Two men face charges in carjacking, robbery on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Two men face charges following a weekend carjacking and robbery on the
Sixth-graders in Youngstown pledge to education, Ohio State
YOUNGSTOWN — Eleven city school pupils entering the seventh grade this fall have made a long-
Lawrence County considers reduction in polling places
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Meetings will be held this summer to talk about consolidating some of the
Brookfield Village Green seeks to become historic district
BROOKFIELD — People here have long enjoyed tranquility and beauty around the village green,
Lifelong friends, veterans recall humor, horrors of World War II
YOUNGSTOWN — World War II combat veterans and lifelong friends Raymond E. Kinn of Austintown
American Legion post in Howland reaches out to teens
HOWLAND – American Legion Post 700 is slowly dying of old age, but some of its members still
Veterans, fraternal groups in Valley seek to reverse membership fall
CORTLAND – Barry Mazarik isn’t a joiner. But feeling the desire to help others, the 48-
Pavlik bags bunch of airtime on ESPN
Youngstown boxer Kelly Pavlik was a guest on Friday's Friday Night Fights. Click here to check out
MAY
MAY TODAY — Youth Tournament at Bedford Trails Golf Course. For school age youths 5th through 12th
Local man in Washington
Local man in Washington YOUNGSTOWN — AMVETS National Vice Commander J.P. Brown III, of Youngstown,
Maybe Giambi will tell all he knows about ‘that stuff’
With all the talking Jason Giambi has done over the years — to grand juries and to full-color
Local businesses win tourism awards
Local businesses win tourism awards SHARON, Pa. — The Mercer County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Olive Brown-McKeithan gets motivated in Farrell
She is likely to be the city’s first black, female mayor. FARRELL, Pa. — Olive Brown-McKeithan
By JOE SCALZO
RAVENNA — Mere seconds after crossing the finish line in the 800-meter run on Saturday, Salem senior
Verplank positioned for a Texas triumph
He made five birdies before Saturday’s Colonial play was suspended. FORT WORTH, Texas — Scott
Fairless ace hurler thwarts Irish dreams of state trip
Bre Willis tossed a one-hitter in Ursuline’s 3-0 loss in the regional final. MASSILLON —
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Joseph McCall
The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public to help find the fugitive of
In tornado’s wake, Kansas mayor resigns
In tornado’s wake, Kansas mayor resigns GREENSBURG, Kan. — The mayor of this tiny town that was
Poland pays price for 6 errors
The Bulldogs lost 8-3 to Akron Hoban in their regional final softball game. AKRON — When the
Federer still is chasing that elusive French title
Roger Federer has 10 major championships — but none in the French Open. PARIS (AP) — For all of
Newport named historic district
Resident Judith Kuti did the research that helped the area get registered. BOARDMAN — A
Delluci’s late home run powers Indians’ victory
His eighth-inning roundtripper triggered the Tribe’s 6-3 win over the Tigers. DETROIT (AP) — The
OHIO
OHIO Friday 5/25 Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-5-8 Pick 4, 5-1-0-3 Rolling Cash 5, 5-7-23-33-35 Mega
Kahne wins first race of the season in Busch
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Kasey Kahne raced to his first victory of the season Saturday night, pulling
Monday — Detroit 79, Cleveland 76 Thursday — Detroit 79, Cleveland 76, Detroit leads
Monday — Detroit 79, Cleveland 76 Thursday — Detroit 79, Cleveland 76, Detroit leads series 2-0
Remembering loved ones
Principal William Young said the garden should prompt youths to consider their future, as well as
Lamport, Rohan help Kent St. win MAC title
The Golden Flashes are awaiting their NCAA tournament invitation. YPSILANTI, Mich. — Kent State
MILL CREEK METROPARKS June calendar
Activities planned next month at Mill Creek MetroParks facilities: The D.D. and Velma Davis
School rivalry triggers killing Girl, 17, shot after party on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A 17-year-old girl who liked to dance and draw was apparently pulled into an online
Rayen, Wilson teachers look back with fondness
Teachers who made careers at Rayen and Wilson are sad to see them close. YOUNGSTOWN — Donna
UNITED LOCAL | Memorial
Jim Barrett Greg Beeson Eddie Berger Donald Bhe Levi Blasiman Brice Brogan Jennifer
MLS ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
Toronto FC 2, Crew 2 COLUMBUS — Jim Brennan scored in the 49th minute to lift Toronto FC to a tie.
FRIDAY’S GAMES
FRIDAY’S GAMES American League Cleveland 7, Detroit 4 L.A. Angels 10, N.Y. Yankees 6 Oakland
Roddick’s sights are not as high
Anything past Round Four would please the third seed. PARIS (AP) — Andy Roddick sets his sights
ATVS Follow the rules
All-terrain vehicles may not be used: On any limited access highway, freeway or right-of-way. On
Cadet says West Point ‘is a great fit’
The Woodrow Wilson graduate said the Army will likely be his career. YOUNGSTOWN — Matthew
YPO MEETING COMBINED EVENTS
YPO MEETING COMBINED EVENTS CHALLENGE RESULTS Saturday At Goetzis, Austria Decathlon
ATVs churning up more than dust for local officials
Legal ATV trails aren’t handy and can be costly. NILES — Ray Heitman has lived on Summit
Ducks, Senators seek respect in chase for 1st Cup
Anaheim played for the Stanley Cup in 2003; modern Ottawa hasn’t. PHILADELPHIA — When the
FRENCH OPEN SHOW COURT
FRENCH OPEN SHOW COURT SCHEDULES Today At Stade Roland Garros Paris Court Philippe
Boozer, Williams key Jazz past San Antonio
The Spurs still lead the best-of-seven series 2-1. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Back in the comfort of
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS SOFTBALL LINESCORES DIVISION II AKRON HOBAN 8, POLAND 3 Hoban 302
Delgado ends power slump to lead Mets
He belted two homers and drove in five runs in a 7-2 win over the Marlins. MIAMI — Carlos
GOP chief blasts Ryan’s vote against war funds
The Valley congressman said the only way to support troops is to bring them home soon. WASHINGTON
Cavs hoping for rebound at home
Cleveland needs a win tonight to avoid a 3-0 series deficit against Detroit. CLEVELAND (AP) —
INSIDE \ On C3
INSIDE \ On C3 Jimmie Johnson’s success at Lowe’s Motor Speedway has irritated fans, who will
Sharon to mark First Tee’s 10th
One of the most successful junior golf programs in the nation, The First Tee, is celebrating its
Hay’s bat helps Muskies succeed, win OAC tourney
The Muskingum softball team won its 10th straight OAC championship. Mallory Hay, a freshman
NCAA TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
NCAA TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS At Athens, Ga. Individual Singles Men Quarterfinals John Isner
Angels one win away from sweep
The Yankees lost for the sixth time in nine games. NEW YORK — Gary Matthews Jr. lined a two-run
LeBron’s star status probed
PHILADELPHIA — “I don’t listen to the critics, and I don’t care what they say. The only people I
LERNERVILLE SPEEDWAY
LERNERVILLE SPEEDWAY Truck-Trailer Sprints Feature — Ed Lynch Jrl., Apollo; Kevin Schaeffer,
MEET THE WINNER
MEET THE WINNER Olive Brown-McKeithan Olive Brown-McKeithan is likely the next mayor of Farrell.
The 91st edition of classic is just about anyone’s race
The front of the 33-car field for today’s 500 race reads like an all-star roster. INDIANAPOLIS
Bucs strike fast with Nady’s bat
His three-run homer led a four-run first inning in a 9-5 win over the Reds. CINCINNATI (AP) —
HOLIDAY WEEKEND Fun things to do
Looking for leisure this Memorial Day weekend? Here are some local offerings: TODAY Southside
Family to dedicate ball field in honor of son
George C. Welker Jr. was taught there was nothing he couldn’t do. NEW WATERFORD — The spirit
Finishing low at Lowe’s track is not for Johnson
His streak covers eight races heading into tonight’s Coca-Cola 600. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — It’s been
WEST POINT Application
Now is the time for high school juniors to open an application file with West Point, online at
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
PGA-CROWNE PLAZA INVITATIONAL
PGA-CROWNE PLAZA INVITATIONAL At Fort Worth, Texas Purse: $6 million Tim Clark 65-64—129
Low-rated Spurs nearing Finals
San Antonio’s previous championship runs didn’t score well in TV ratings. PHILADELPHIA — May
Tribe wins again
Tribe wins again David Dellucci’s tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning lifted the
Meeting set on sewer project
The sewer project would serve mostly low- and moderate-income people. WARREN — The Trumbull County
IN THE CUP! Area aces
Ron Stas of Boardman aced the No. 16 hole on the North Course at Mill Creek Golf Course. He hit a
WNBA ROUNDUP Saturday’s game
Sparks 88, Sun 68 UNCASVILLE, Conn. —Marta Fernandez and Mwadi Mabika each scored 19 points and
Boardman’s Salcedos finish 3rd
The doubles team lost to the eventual state champions. COLUMBUS — Boardman High School brothers
STANLEY CUP Senators vs. Ducks
Monday: Ottawa at Anaheim, 8 p.m. Wednesday: Ottawa at Anaheim, 8 p.m. Saturday: Anaheim at
HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT Ceremony times, dates in region
Alliance High School, 2 p.m. June 3 in the school’s auditorium. Austintown Fitch High School, 3:30
Kelly Pavlik to raise money for children
BOARDMAN — Come “Toast the Ghost” and raise money for a good cause. Undefeated middleweight boxer