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SteelHounds fall 4-1 in Game 3
Greg Pankewicz scored two goals and added an assist, leading the Colorado Eagles to a 4-1 victory
Pavlik causes near panic with April Fool’s joke
YOUNGSTOWN — It was perfectly scripted and worked without a hitch. The trio of Jack Loew, Kelly
Coach Mike Hold of the Mahoning Valley Thunder believes there were several reasons why his team was
Coach Mike Hold of the Mahoning Valley Thunder believes there were several reasons why his team was
YSU baseball team routs Bowling Green
STRUTHERS — Youngstown State’s baseball team is undefeated and hitting at a .464 clip at home this
YSU softball team sets records in DH split
CANFIELD — The Youngstown State softball team (3-15) set a school record for hits (19) and home runs
Cops and canines collide at store lot
YOUNGSTOWN — Police called to a report of vicious dogs bothering customers at a store in the 1800
Mayor Williams seeks spending cut scenarios by May 1
YOUNGSTOWN —Mayor Jay Williams asked city employee union officials to find ways to significantly cut
Larricias receiving YSU Friends award
YOUNGSTOWN — Tony and Mary Lariccia, philanthropic leaders in the Mahoning Valley, will receive
Waste burning plant would create jobs
YOUNGSTOWN — A proposed $235 million waste-burning power plant near Alliance would conserve landfill
Staph infection monitored at Fairhaven School
NILES – A toddler and probably a second child, both pupils at Fairhaven School operated by the
Woman robbed in Boardman
BOARDMAN — A woman told police said her purse was taken by three men who threatened to shoot her
Austintown investigate cash theft
AUSTINTOWN — Police are investigating the theft of $820 in cash from the office at FuelMart, 5301
Youngstown spends over $2 million to entice city workers to retire
YOUNGSTOWN —More city workers than anticipated accepted an early-retirement incentive. Despite the
S. Side man charged with murder surrenders to police today
S. Side man charged with murder surrenders to police today YOUNGSTOWN — Reginald Everson, the man
New Castle woman robbed in Boardman
New Castle woman robbed in Boardman BOARDMAN — A New Castle woman told police her purse was taken
March set a record for wetness
YOUNGSTOWN —It wasn’t your imagination — March was a very wet and snowy month. In terms of
Boardman seeks citizen volunteers to serve on boards
Opinion: BOARDMAN — Township trustees are seeking letters of interest from residents who want to serve on
Historical society plans dinner and concert
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County Historical Society, 119 S. Pitt St., is inviting the public to an annual
Super bingo scheduled at St. Jude Church
COLUMBIANA — Doors at St. Jude Church, 180 Seventh St., will open at 12:30 p.m. Sunday for early
Tickets available for OCCHA raffle
YOUNGSTOWN — Only 200 tickets will be sold for a reverse raffle and dinner planned as a fundraiser
Reverse raffle, dinner will benefit school kids
BOARDMAN — A grand prize of $3,000 will be awarded to the winner of a reverse raffle to be sponsored
Rangers thwart Penguins in OT
Pittsburgh’s 2-1 loss prevented the Penguins from clinching a division title. NEW YORK (AP) —
Jameson, Pollock podium pleasers
The Fitch wrestler and the speedway track announcer went to the same high school, but have different
Penguins chance to clinch thwarted
Penguins chance to clinch thwarted Chris Drury’s power-play goal in overtime gave the Rangers a
Phantom Midgets in Buffalo
The under-18 team will be among 12 teams in a national tournament. BOARDMAN — The Phantom
Vindy.com News Podcast for April 1, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, April 1, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.
Some go distance for April Fools’ joke
A Boardman couple drove three hours to play an April Fools’ Day joke on their daughter.
Local college to open in 2010
YSU will be a partner in the process but won’t be the organizing force behind it. YOUNGSTOWN —
Policeman reinstated in Warren
City officials don’t agree with the fired police officer’s reinstatement. WARREN — Fired city
Union pact to test budget caution
The union has already approved the contract. YOUNGSTOWN — With the city facing a deficit of
Dew sentenced to 43-year term
Multiple crimes deserve multiple sentences, the judge said. YOUNGSTOWN — Saying he doesn’t
$1M bond set for accused in robbery-shooting
A fund for the victim is at Huntington Bank, any branch. YOUNGSTOWN — The two people accused of
Dying youth ID’d his shooter
The suspect has been out on bond in the Auto Zone robbery-murder case. YOUNGSTOWN — The mother
Clinton bills irk locals
One company calls Clinton’s campaign office ‘unprofessional.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Though U.S. Sen.
Fired firefighter agrees to plea deal
The firefighter agreed not to appeal the loss of his job. YOUNGSTOWN — A fired city firefighter
Jayhawks fans can’t wait for Saturday
They’ve waited five years to vent their anger at Roy Williams. LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Tucked snugly
Developments transpire in Martinsville’s wake
Joe Gibbs Racing and Richard Childress Racing are emerging as NASCAR’s best. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP)
Bush will seek reinforcements from NATO
Opinion: At this week’s NATO summit in Bucharest, Romania, history will be made when an American president,
Nady’s homer lifts Bucs in 12th
Pittsburgh beat the Braves, 12-11, Monday night after giving up five runs in the bottom of the
Fowles leads LSU into Final Four
The Lady Tigers beat top-seeded North Carolina, 56-50, for their 31st win. NEW ORLEANS — LSU
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ronald T. Weaver, 47, of 7898 Herbert Road, Canfield, and Jodi
Ethics probe of JFS move should answer questions
Editorial: It has already been established that Mahoning County officeholders were in regular contact with officials of the Cafaro Co. while the real estate developer was fighting to retain the county’s Job and Family Services agency as a tenant.
Officials hope to reach agreement with Russia
Presidents Bush and Putin are to meet Sunday at a Black Sea resort. KIEV, Ukraine (AP) — White
In 10-year plan, cost of tuition would go down
COLUMBUS (AP) — The cost to attend an Ohio university would be among the lowest in the nation in 10
Studies: New combos of drugs lower risk of heart attack, stroke
The combination of cheap blood pressure drugs can benefit even people in their 80s. CHICAGO (AP) —
HUD secretary resigns amid much controversy
Alphonoso Jackson has been accused of favoritism. WASHINGTON (AP) — HUD Secretary Alphonso
Ohio State, Florida headed to rematch in NIT title game
First both teams have to win semifinal games tonight at Madison Square Garden. NEW YORK (AP) —
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A benefit spaghetti dinner and basket raffle for Tabitha Fiorenza is April 6 at
Boys & Girls Clubs mark 148 years of success
Opinion: Boys & Girls Clubs mark 148 years of success EDITOR: It all started in 1860, when three women
A summary of police activity in Canfield and in Austintown Township:
A summary of police activity in Canfield and in Austintown Township: CANFIELD March 21: Drug
Looking like a pro
How you dress matters at work The employer panel gave tips on what is acceptable workplace
Trustee says Austintown doesn’t need city’s deal
AUSTINTOWN — Trustee Lisa Oles said the balanced $13.8 million budget trustees approved shows the
NHL ROUNDUP Monday’s other game
Thrashers 2, Lightning 0 TAMPA, Fla. — Ilya Kovalchuk scored two third-period goals and Kari
Economics in forefront for NFL
Commissioner Goodell emphasized the need to restructure the CBA. PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The NFL
Gates: Plans to withdraw some troops still stand
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — The flare-up in violence in Shiite areas of southern Iraq and Baghdad has
Bloodshed at the border
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: For those in the know, the little village of Palomas offered up a glimpse of Old
More rockets slam into Green Zone
The Iraq government was caught off guard by militias loyal to Muqtada al-Sadr. BAGHDAD (AP) —
Ironies of a Bear market
Opinion: There was a real irony in the recent intervention by the Federal Reserve System to provide the money
Hansbrough, Beasley head AP All-Americans
Tyler Hansbrough and Michael Beasley were unanimous selections. North Carolina’s Tyler
Celebrities lend support to casino effort
CLEVELAND (AP) — An ad campaign featuring Jamie Farr, Vicki Lawrence and other TV stars is urging
Digging for secrets of Stonehenge
LONDON (AP) — Some of England’s most sacred soil was disturbed Monday for the first time in more
MLB ROUNDUP Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 5, Tigers 4, 11 innings DETROIT — The $138 million Tigers opened with a
Tulsa tops Bradley in opener of CBI finals
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Jerome Jordan scored 18 points, including two clinching free throws, to help
Calipari delivers Final Four trip to Memphis
The Tigers will play UCLA in the national semifinal Saturday in San Antonio. Every time John
NBA ROUNDUP Monday’s games
Pacers 105, Heat 85 INDIANAPOLIS — Jermaine O’Neal scored nine points after sitting out for more
Her son has gay sex — and a girlfriend
Dear Annie: After a recent visit from my 25-year-old unmarried son, “Josh,” I found undeniable
Army spouses share rooms
The Iraq war is the first in which the Army even considered such a policy. BAGHDAD (AP) — When
Today is Tuesday, April 1, the 92nd day of 2008. There are 274 days left in the year. This is April
Today is Tuesday, April 1, the 92nd day of 2008. There are 274 days left in the year. This is April
Clark is bidding for PSU QB job
Joe Paterno wishes he would have given the Ursuline grad more play last season. STATE COLLEGE,
“My economic plan is better than my bowling.”
Opinion: “My economic plan is better than my bowling.” U.S. Sen. Barack Obama Presidential hopeful, after
Indians roundup - News and notes
Field not great but playable: As the sun peeked through the cloud cover above Progressive Field
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
DRESS FOR SUCCESS General guidelines Some tips on using your appearance as a professional tool
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers Council Public Utilities Committee Administration Committee, 6 p.m.,
Accused pleads guilty to attempted murder
YOUNGSTOWN — A man charged in a home invasion and shooting has pleaded guilty to attempted murder,
Trumbull elections director reappointed
WARREN – Kelly S. Pallante has been reappointed director of the Trumbull County Board of Elections
Board Oks contracts for three supervisors
There will be no varsity girls high school softball team. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Board of
SCHEDULE NCAA Final Four
At The Alamodome San Antonio Semifinals Saturday Memphis (37-1) vs. UCLA (35-3), 6:07 p.m.
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE No games scheduled NATIONAL LEAGUE Washington 3, Atlanta 2
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Clothing giveaway 9
4 held in Austintown car theft
AUSTINTOWN — Police have charged two teenagers and two adults with receiving stolen property after a
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Masquerade dance at Buckeye Elks center
Masquerade dance at Buckeye Elks center YOUNGSTOWN — Naomi Temple 124 is having its Masquerade
Officials to study building report
A new report says there are strengths and weaknesses with three proposals. LISBON — A new
local college results
local college results track field Wheeling Jesuit Bill Van Horne Invitational (13 teams)
amounts BILLED Checks mailed
The Hillary Rodham Clinton presidential campaign owed more than $20,000 to four local companies and
HOCKEY PLAYOFFS SteelHounds & Phantoms
The Youngstown SteelHounds continue their playoff series at the Chevrolet Centre, and the Mahoning
Blake leads Tribe win
Casey Blake broke a 7-7 tie with a three-run double to sink the White Sox. CLEVELAND — All Casey
Guard told to get anger counseling
YOUNGSTOWN — An Ohio State Penitentiary corrections officer found guilty of disorderly conduct,
Cleveland’s grad rate among lowest in U.S.
About 34 percent of Cleveland public school students receive diplomas. WASHINGTON (AP) —
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
X Chaney High School Classes of 1947, 1948 and 1949 will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. April 8 at Molly’s
BY THE NUMBERS
BY THE NUMBERS Austintown budget A breakdown of the township budget’s major departments:
Program set on drug awareness
Parents must be made accountable for their children’s drug use, a school official said. NORTH
Bad and Good
Here are some of the comments from the report by A & I Studio of East Liverpool on renovation or
Recognize the warning signs of identity theft
Dear Readers: Identity theft can be devastating to your credit rating! When your personal
Group gives OK to using CPR with hands only
The AHA recommends the procedure for adults suffering cardiac arrest. NEW YORK (AP) — You can skip
Shooters hit man in car
The vehicle had been hit by 16 gunshots. The driver is in critical condition. YOUNGSTOWN — Chalk
Indian sluggers win season opener
Indian sluggers win season opener kThe defending AL Central champion Cleveland Indians won in
Criticism for new leader
Criticism for new leader SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea’s media criticized South Korea’s new