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Vindy.com for May 31, 2007
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City cops arrest two for attempted robbery
YOUNGSTOWN — Two Youngstown residents are in the Mahoning County Jail facing felony charges
Lane restrictions on I-80 westbound, Route 11 southbound
Beginning Friday, the Interstate 80 westbound/state Route 11 southbound will be reduced to one lane
ACTION takes lead to reclaim South Side areas
YOUNGSTOWN — Members of the community activists group Alliance for Congregational
Former CSC mill gets makeover, to reopen
CHAMPION — It’s not the Copperweld Steel of old, but the start of Warren Steel Holdings
Two indicted for weekend shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — Acting with lightning speed, a Mahoning County grand jury has indicted two men in
Time change for baseball games in Columbus
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has changed the times for Saturday's state baseball
Mahoning commissioners make amends with workers
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners have approved a wage reopener that provides a
Mahoning County ADAS gets new exec director
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board has a new leader.
RTI expansion provides good area economic news
WEATHERSFIELD —  The parent company of RMI Titanium Co. will expand unspecified plants
Suspected cop shooter pleads insanity
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man who is accused of shooting an Austintown police officer pleaded
Cops will enforce environmental laws
WARREN – Trumbull County will have two police officers assigned to help the environment for at
Austintown boil alert lifted
AUSTINTOWN —  Residents who were under a boil alert for cooking and drinking water no
Local guard unit to serve a year overseas
AUSTINTOWN — About 160 Ohio National Guard troops from the 838th Military Police Co., based in
Air quality advisory issued
YOUNGSTOWN — Eastgate Regional Council of Governments has issued an air quality advisory for
Ice cream for safety in Boardman
BOARDMAN — This month, children’s safety may be rewarded with sweet treats. The
Benefit football game to be played Sunday
POLAND — A 9-year-old former Union Elementary student will benefit from a football game played
Bank robber sentenced to prison
YOUNGSTOWN — A city man is going to prison for 2 1/2 years for robbing a bank in Struthers and
The most productive auto plants
The most productive North American vehicle assembly plants in 2006, with vehicles produced and work
Dann's deputy security director is ex-con
YOUNGSTOWN — A Liberty man who served as Attorney General Marc Dann's deputy security director
Supermax corrections officer fired for being in jail
YOUNGSTOWN — An Ohio State Penitentiary corrections officer has been fired for taking off
Meshel named YSU trustee
Former Ohio state senator Harry Meshel of Youngstown has been appointed to the Youngstown State
Youngstown park day camps scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN—The city of Youngstown Park and Recreation Commission is sponsoring summer day camp
Motorist hurt seriously in one-vehicle crash
WARREN – A Warren motorist was badly injured during a violent one-vehicle crash on North River
Dog owner charged with felony, misdemeanors
CORTLAND – The owner of a dog that reportedly mauled a 6-year-old girl at Mosquito Lake State
Lordstown moves up in plant rankings
LORDSTOWN — General Motors’ Lordstown plant is among the Top 10 most productive vehicle
Cheap Gas | It's $3.11 in Columbiana
Here are prices from some Columbiana and Boardman stations: 3.139 Marathon , Columbiana, St. Rt. 164
Cheap gas: $3.099 in Youngstown
The cheapest gas in the Youngstown area is $3.099 at the Sunoco station on 5721 Market St. in
Children's event will be Saturday in Boardman
BOARDMAN — The Masters Pavilion parking lot at Boardman Park will be filled with all types of
Engagements announced for area couples
Check out today's <em>Vindicator</em> and Vindy.com for the upcoming wedding plans of:
Annual car show at South Range High School
BEAVER — Beaver Township Ruritan Club will host its third annual car show June 17 at South
Turtle Derby announced by Lions club
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Lions Club will hold its 46th annual Turtle Derby at 6 p.m. Friday in
League of Women Voters conducts installation
YOUNGSTOWN — The installation of officers who will head the League of Women Voters of Greater
Vindy.com News Podcast for May 31, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, May 31 is available in the file below. Hear the day’s
Sen. Brown explains vote for more war funds
The senator says he expects a time line to be debated again in September. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Strike marker reinstated at new location
A painting in the Butler Institute commemorates an earlier strike. ANDREW GAUG and GUY
Proposed legislation would lower water bills
STRUTHERS — City council’s public utilities committee is reviewing legislation that would leave
MLB ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 7, White Sox 6 MINNEAPOLIS — Torii Hunter walked with the bases loaded in
Jan. 31: Closing of Forum Health Tod Children’s Hospital and creation of a pediatric hospital
Jan. 31: Closing of Forum Health Tod Children’s Hospital and creation of a pediatric hospital at
Boardman’s Lorimer wins second straight title
YOUNGSTOWN — Two years ago, Boardman High’s Chris Lorimer failed to win in his only outing of the
Forum looks healthier after posting profit
Northside and Beeghly post operating profits for the first time in three years. YOUNGSTOWN
Oden-Durant debate on tap at draft camp
Most NBA executives think the Ohio State center should go No. 1. ORLANDO, Fla. — On one hand,
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Boardman Township trustees special meeting, 8 a.m. at the township government
NOTEBOOK \ French Open
Safin takes shots: Marat Safin’s not quite sure how much longer he wants to play professional
NBA SCHEDULE Cavs vs. Detroit
May 21 — Detroit 79, Cleveland 76 May 24 — Detroit 79, Cleveland 76 Sunday — Cleveland 88, Detroit
PREVIEW | State track & field
Where: Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium at Ohio State University When: Friday and Saturday Cost: $10
GIRO D’ITALIA RESULTS
GIRO D’ITALIA RESULTS At Monte Zoncolan, Italy 17th Stage 88 miles from Lienz, Austria to
STAFF REDUCTIONS
STAFF REDUCTIONS Youngstown city schools Youngstown city school administrators were expected to
Byler’s bomb lifts Livi over Action
Astro Falcons, Rondinelli and Wharmby all won easily. STRUTHERS — Zach Byler hit a two-run homer
Injury doesn’t stop Sharapova
Venus Williams struggled at times, but still managed a win over Ashley Harkleroad. PARIS (AP) —
CLASS B LEAGUE LINESCORES ASTRO FALCONS 11, YOUNGSTOWN EXPRESS 4
CLASS B LEAGUE LINESCORES ASTRO FALCONS 11, YOUNGSTOWN EXPRESS 4 Astro 212 020 4
$500,000 approved for aid programs
One program will help people move from welfare to self-sufficiency. LISBON — The Columbiana County
FRENCH OPEN RESULTS
FRENCH OPEN RESULTS Wednesday At Paris Singles Men First Round Oscar Hernandez, Spain,
CONSOLATION
CONSOLATION Super Welterweight — Ed Carnahan (Girard) def. Nick Vitale (Niles), TKO, first round.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE Senators vs. Ducks Monday: Anaheim 3, Ottawa 2 Wednesday: Anaheim 1, Ottawa 0, Anaheim
Dog that bit girl will be watched for signs of rabies
The child may have to undergo more plastic surgery, her mother says. AUSTINTOWN — If not for a
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League MINNESOTA TWINS—Recalled RHP Kevin Slowey from Rochester (IL). Optioned
NATIONAL BEE
NATIONAL BEE Written test How well would you do? Below is the list of 25 words that participants
65 Youngstown teachers take district’s deal
They are part of next year’s staff reduction target of 153. YOUNGSTOWN — A total of 65 city
2 suspects in killings found incompetent to stand trial
One suspect is also charged with aggravated drug trafficking. YOUNGSTOWN — Two suspects in
Spurs reach Finals with rout of Utah
San Antonio closed out the Western finals in five games, 109-84. SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Tim Duncan and
Man arraigned on arson charges
YOUNGSTOWN — Michael Pletcher’s motive for setting fire to a vacant house at 229 E. LaClede Ave. was
Geauga County court upholds forfeit; Cards get green light
Cathedral Latin’s temporary restraining order to finish its game against Canfield was denied.
Fight Schedule
Fight Schedule By The Associated Press National TV in parentheses May 30 At Kansas City, Mo.
Mail fraud charges
Mail fraud charges BOARDMAN — An information filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court, Cleveland
Emergency-training exercise will cause detours downtown
YOUNGSTOWN — Traffic will be detoured around streets in the eastern end of the city’s downtown from
Tribe avoids Fenway sweep with 8-4 win over Boston
The Indians had a season-high 18 hits against Daisuke Matsuzaka and three relievers. BOSTON (AP) —
Trip to national Bee eye-opener for local family
The local champ might appear in cameos taped for the final rounds. YOUNGSTOWN — John Umble may not
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & softball
BASEBALL BABE RUTH (14-15s) Astro Falcons 6, Wharmby Sports 5 — Dano Mioni went 2-for-3, including
At-bats are where Irish do damage
Like last year’s team, Ursuline has solid hitters from top to bottom. YOUNGSTOWN — When it
Officials narrow search for administrator
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners have narrowed their list of finalists to five people still
San Diego’s Young baffles Pirates again
Khalil Greene hit a grand slam for the Padres in the eighth inning. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Young
Man involved in crash to be arraigned in court
Man involved in crash to be arraigned in court YOUNGSTOWN — Once released from the hospital, the
WEEKLY OHIO REPORT
WEEKLY OHIO REPORT COLUMBUS — The weekly fishing report provided by the Division of Wildlife of
Messier interested in Rangers’ vacant assistant GM spot
He’s currently serving as a guest analyst for Versus. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mark Messier hasn’t
Former police officer sentenced with choice of jail or house arrest
The ex-cop is forbidden from coming on police department grounds. STRUTHERS — A former police
NCAA DIVISION I BASEBALL REGIONALS
NCAA DIVISION I BASEBALL REGIONALS Friday, June 1 Double Elimination At Charlottesville, Va.
Denny’s PBA Lake County, Indiana Tour Trials Standings
Denny’s PBA Lake County, Indiana Tour Trials Standings By The Associated Press Wednesday At
Authorities: Boys playing with lighter caused fire
No smoke detectors were found in the house. YOUNGSTOWN — The fire at 2486 McCartney Road a week
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A story on a program by Columbiana County Municipal Court Judges Carol A. Robb
Tribe salvages series finale
Tribe salvages series finale The Cleveland Indians avoided a sweep at Fenway Park, beating the
Reluctant Koenig gets the job done
He’s been the right person for the job. CANFIELD — In some ways, Canfield High baseball coach
Bryant demands trade then backs off request
After speaking with coach Phil Jackson he changed his mind. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Believing he had
HBA seeks affordable septic plans for Trumbull
State lawmakers are likely to change septic regulations in a couple of weeks. WARREN — Members
‘Mr. Big Shot’ comes up small for Detroit Pistons
Cleveland’s biggest concern has been its woeful third quarters. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — In each
Take a run at this question: Which event is the hardest?
Most of this weekend’s state meet athletes dislike the 400, 800 and 300 hurdles. It didn’t
Anaheim holds home-ice serve
The Ducks are up 2-0 in the series after winning Wednesday, 1-0. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Checkmate.