Six seek Mahoning probate judge appointment

COLUMBUS — A former Youngstown police chief and others with years of experience serving in the area’s courts are among half a dozen applicants seeking to replace Mahoning County Common Pleas Probate Judge Timothy P. Maloney.

Robert E. Bush Jr., Andrew G. Bresko, James Lanzo, Richard W. Machuga, Gary J. Philibin and Mark A. Belinky submitted resumes and other required documents to Gov. Ted Strickland’s Office by the Friday evening application deadline.

Judge Maloney is retiring, effective Nov. 30, and a replacement is being sought to finish his term, which ends in early February 2009. Keith Dailey, spokesmnn for the governor, confirmed that finalists will be interviewed in person early next month, with a replacement likely selected in the following weeks.

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