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Browns’ Kenny Wright arrested on marijuana charge
PEARLAND, Texas — Cleveland Browns defensive back Kenny Wright was arrested Thursday after police
Gordon, Hughes lead Bulls over Cavaliers
CLEVELAND — Ben Gordon made five clutch free throws down the stretch and Larry Hughes scored 19 of
Pirates’ Nady comes through in extra innings again
ATLANTA — Xavier Nady drove in Nyjer Morgan with a 10th-inning single and the Pittsburgh Pirates
Koufos, Butler lead Buckeyes past UMass in NIT championship
NEW YORK — A year removed from a loss in the national title game, Ohio State finally has a
SteelHounds stay alive with 5-2 win
The Youngstown SteelHounds defeated the Colorado Eagles, 5-2, in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference
Man shot and killed at Warren apartment complex
WARREN — A man was shot and killed Thursday evening in the city. According to police, someone
Community meeting in Niles looks at schools’ future
NILES — School administrators are pleased with the outcome of Thursday night’s community meeting, in
Professor, activist does time at Elkton prison
ELKTON — A professor emeritus at Seton Hall University, with a doctorate in history from Columbia
Austintown Fire Department closes hotel
AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown Fire Department closed a hotel along state Route 46 and Interstate 80 on
VIDEO| Dog owner wants answers from cops
YOUNGSTOWN — The owner of two large dogs that caused a stir outside a Circle K store on the West
YSU narrows search for new provost to three candidates
YSU narrows search for new provost to three candidates YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s
Alleged KFC triggerman charged with another crime
BOARDMAN — The man Youngstown police say was the triggerman in the armed robbery last week of a KFC
Ticketmaster will soon handle Chevy Centre ticket sales
YOUNGSTOWN —The city’s board of control is expected Friday to approve a five-year contract with
Brookfield school board member pleads innocent to assault
BROOKFIELD – Brookfield school board member Joseph Pasquerilla has pleaded innocent in Trumbull
Ohio Health Department issues hepatitis A alert
Ohio Health Department issues hepatitis A alert The Ohio Department of Health and Butler County
AMVETS national commander gets involved in Claudia Hoerig case
AMVETS national commander gets involved in Claudia Hoerig case NEWTON FALLS – The national
Warren-based company buys Columbus area bank
WARREN — First Place Financial Corp. intends to beef up its presence in central Ohio with the
Stolen car found next to burning house
YOUNGSTOWN — A stolen car found next to the burning vacant house at 2830 Bryant Ave. had been
YSU trustees will vote April 9 on new faculty contract
YOUNGSTOWN — The Board of Trustees of Youngstown State University will hold a special meeting at 9
Chaney Baseball Club spaghetti dinner set
YOUNGSTOWN — Chaney Baseball Club is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Boy Scout Troop 22 to celebrate anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Boy Scout Troop 22 will observe its 50th anniversary April 19 at St. Christine Parish
Chorus to present concert after dinner
AUSTINTOWN — The Concordia Chorus of Youngstown Saxon Club will have its annual Night in Vienna on
Heavenly trash on sale
WARREN — Christ Episcopal Church, 2627 Atlantic St. N.E., will have a Heavenly Trash and Treasure
Black Student Union to host fashion show
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — The Black Student Union at Westminster College will host its second Spring
Class plans breakfast for benefit of Caleb Cope
COLUMBIANA — Crestview Middle School Class of 2012 is sponsoring a benefit breakfast for friend and
Pledge drive scheduled by YSU radio station
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s listener-supported public radio, WYSU 88.5 FM, is
LOUIE TODAY: Sen. Meshel, whole-grain cooking and addiction services
Whole-grain cooking and addiction treatment are also on the agenda.
Gas-card giveaways aid area families
People are torn between the cost of food, heat and gasoline, the head of Columbiana County’s JFS
Valley lawyers offer services in some foreclosure cases
A record 83,000 new foreclosure filings were made in Ohio’s courts last year. COLUMBUS — More
Youngstown council targets waivers of fees
The city loses about $30,000 to $250,000 annually by waiving building fees. YOUNGSTOWN — With
Fest of Italy: Mt. Carmel festival
Mount Carmel event to honor immigrants 111The committee is seeking entries for the inaugural
Columbiana Co. takes aim at drugs, alcohol
One official said parents don’t want to be parents. SALEM — Columbiana County authorities are
Recycling program expands in Mahoning County
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County’s residential recycling program is expanding effective today to accept
Sheriff candidate likely to be disqualified
Two other independents are awaiting certification as sheriff candidates. YOUNGSTOWN — The name
Jury acquits ex-cheerleading coach
The former coach is looking to file an excessive-force complaint against the officers who arrested
Campaigns targeting underage drinking
An all-day school program to encourage pupil safety is set for next week. McDONALD — Village
Today is Thursday, April 3, the 94th day of 2008. There are 272 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, April 3, the 94th day of 2008. There are 272 days left in the year. On this date
‘CEO Bush’ failed in management of Iraq
Opinion: We soon will hear Gen. David Petraeus outline the next course of action in Iraq. The field commander
Big Oil denies responsibility for skyrocketing gas prices
Editorial: Americans hoping to hear the nation’s leading oil industry executives say that lower gas prices are
Steady Butler is OSU’s leader
The senior leads the Bucks into tonight’s NIT final against UMass. NEW YORK (AP) — Ohio State’s
Bond set in homicide
Bond set in homicide YOUNGSTOWN — Judge Robert P. Milich of Youngstown Municipal Court set bond
Mahoning County marriage licenses
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard J. Lawton Jr., 41, of 4614 Old Spartanburg, No. 36,
Jobs package is revamped in bipartisan compromise
Funds for the internship programs in Ohio don’t depend on bond measures. COLUMBUS (AP) — If
“Riverdance,” the irresistible Irish dance production that has spawned many imitators,
“Riverdance,” the irresistible Irish dance production that has spawned many imitators, returns to
Elizabeth Gilliam, Jay Ference plan Sept. 6 wedding
X CORTLAND — Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gilliam of Cortland announce the engagement of their daughter,
Gil Mantera’s Party Dream is back, and with a beat
A new record is planned for later this year. YOUNGSTOWN — Gil Mantera’s Party Dream has always
Engineers to Niles: Fix sewer pipes
The cost in the past four years has risen by $750,000. NILES — Consulting engineers have told
Liberty trustees, businessman resolve financial dispute
The Realtor was ultimately paid the entire 5 percent commission. LIBERTY — Township officials
Obama’s ‘double life’ pointed out by hypocritical media
Opinion: Obama’s ‘double life’ pointed out by hypocritical media EDITOR: In Thomas Sowell’s March 19
Ross Radio Building to become history center
A fund-raising campaign will soon get under way, with a goal of raising $6 million for the project.
Bare-knuckle politics and the popular vote
Opinion: At any time other than in the midst of a heated electoral battle, it’s hard to imagine that Nancy
‘NIM’S ISLAND’
‘NIM’S ISLAND’ Grade: C Directors: Jennifer Flackett, Mark Levin Running time: 1 hour, 35
Canfield extends city manager’s contract
CANFIELD — The contract of City Manager Charles Tieche has been extended three more months.
Teamsters union trustee plans on fixing ‘sick’ local
YOUNGSTOWN — Charlie Byrnes sees himself as a doctor of sorts who is prescribing some tough medicine
Prep Softball Roundup: Wednesday’s games
McDonald 9, Jackson-Milton 0 McDONALD — McDonald sophomore Kaitlin Rutushin pitched her first no-
Amy Evans will be June 21 bride of Eric Diefenderfer
X AUSTINTOWN — Amy Evans and Eric Diefenderfer are engaged, the couple and their parents, all of
Studies link gene to lung cancer
The smoking rate for U.S. adults has dropped from 42 percent in 1965 to less than 21 percent now.
Perfect player mix keys Memphis attack
The Tigers are averaging 80 points per game. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The bounce pass down court to
He’s dating two women and playing with fire
Dear Annie: I’ve been seeing two women for several months. Neither relationship is that serious, and
Baseball Linescores Wednesday: Boardman 10, Howland 0
BASEBALL LINESCORES WEDNESDAY Boardman 10, Howland 0 Howland000000—010 Boardman000352—10121
Valley News Digest: Tipton art exhibition
Tipton art exhibition SALEM — Artwork by Loretta Tipton will be on exhibit through April 26 at
Heacock: We’re getting better
He said it’s too soon to evaluate a lot of the team’s younger players. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
MLB Roundup: Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Athletics 0 OAKLAND, Calif. — Jon Lester pitched three-hit ball into
Sports digest: Football alumni reunion planned
ysu Football alumni reunion planned YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU football alumni group is accepting
PVF Capital calls off UCFC acquisition deal
Home Savings put the merger on the back burner to focus on its delinquent loans. YOUNGSTOWN —
Bernanke: Recession is possible
The Fed chief didn’t tip his hand on the future of interest rate cuts. WASHINGTON (AP) — Ben
Miss Bair to wed Mr. Divine in June rite in Lowellville
X POLAND — Dr. David and Debbie Bair, 46 Botsford St., are announcing the engagement of their
Pledge drive scheduled by YSU radio station
Pledge drive scheduled by YSU radio station YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s listener-
Ford now in driver’s seat at Kent
The longtime assistant replaced Jim Christian. KENT (AP) — Geno Ford slid over and into Kent
Local bankers offer views on overhaul
Bankers debate whether proposed regulations would increase efficiency or decrease variety.
U.S. military is feeling the gouge of fuel costs
About half the fuel used by the U.S. in Iraq is covered by subsidies from Kuwait. WASHINGTON (AP)
Clinton presents a plan aimed at keeping jobs
Clinton presents a plan aimed at keeping jobs PITTSBURGH — Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton is
Roddick confident? Roger that
He will face Federer in the quarterfinals tonight at the Sony Ericsson Open. KEY BISCAYNE, Fla.
Jackson perseveres despite tragic past
The Kansas standout has seen his share of heartache. LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Tragedy keeps following
Owners shelve reseeding idea; other rules pass
The rule changes include eliminating forceouts and the 5-yard facemask penalty. PALM BEACH, Fla.
Consumers use frugal strategies to survive out-of-control prices
Make a spending plan and set priorities, an Arizona couple said. NEW YORK (AP) — When mathematics
AVI to pay $88K in back wages to workers
WARREN — AVI Foodsystems of Warren has agreed to pay $88,000 in back wages to 42 employees to
Adelson’s roll of the dice keeps paying off
Opinion: LAS VEGAS — Warren Buffett, of course, and then Bill Gates, but can you name the third-richest
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD March 27
Cubans get to check in
Opinion: It speaks volumes about Cuban socialism that allowing ordinary people to stay in their nation’s own
You can wash that gunk right out of your brush
Dear Heloise: What is the best way to clean hairbrushes? Pat Womack, via e-mail Hairbrushes are
Let the housing chips fall where they will
Opinion: The economic crisis enters a new and more dangerous phase daily, and Americans of all levels of
McDonough to feature 72nd student exhibition
YOUNGSTOWN — The 72nd annual Student Exhibition opens Friday and runs through April 18 at the
Unyielding will leads ‘Psycho T’
UNC’s Tyler Hansbrough finally advanced to the Final Four — and wants more. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP)
Really stinky feet? Here are several possible solutions
Q. I have the worst-smelling feet I have ever encountered. I have tried everything to get rid of the
‘Borat’ suit tossed
‘Borat’ suit tossed NEW YORK — A judge has tossed out a defamation lawsuit brought by a
Region news digest: National City mulls selling to KeyCorp
REGION Report: National City mulls selling to KeyCorp. CLEVELAND — A day after National City
Parents announce plans for Fischio, Lloyd wedding
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Maureen Fischio and Michael Lloyd, both of Vienna Avenue, and plans
Officials from Austintown to visit regional schools, pick architect
AUSTINTOWN — School officials will visit new and renovated schools in Youngstown, Medina,
Cavaliers snap road streak
LeBron James fouled out in Cleveland’s four-point win at Charlotte. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LeBron
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Anthony D’Apolito, administrator of Mahoning County Juvenile Court, was a
Phantoms close to finals
The winner of their Alpena series most likely will earn a trip to the NAHL finals. BOARDMAN —
Hounds down, but not out of it
The defending CHL champs have a 3-0 series lead. YOUNGSTOWN — An eerie sense of deja vu has
McCourt to speak at Packard Music Hall
WARREN — Frank McCourt, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of “Angela’s Ashes,” will speak at 10:30
For ‘answers to life,’ check out Hastings
The comedian will perform at the new Funny Farm Club in Niles. Just because longtime stand-up
‘Rock the Cradle’ pits musical offspring
Is musical talent genetic? Tune in and find out. What do Jesse Blaze Snider, Lucy Walsh and
Valley crime digest: Police probe vandalism
Police probe vandalism GIRARD — City police are investigating vandalism that includes about 30
Officials seek public’s input on plans for new schools
The schools are seeking public input on building and financing plans. NILES — The first of
Braves’ home runs shell Pirates, 10-2
Mark Teixeira and Yunel Escobar overpowered the Bucs’ pitching. ATLANTA (AP) — Mark Teixeira and
Change of direction excites artist Hedges
The band, Nathan Hedges and the Imports, is still evolving, its leader says. Whatever your
YSU a pain for Duquesne: Penguins rally, set record
The teams combined for a NCAA-record 14 hit batters and stranded 41 runners. STRUTHERS —
Campbell leaders focus on income tax renewal
CAMPBELL — Legislation to put a five-year renewal of 1 percent of the city’s 2 1‚Ñ2 percent income
Trustee: Working together is key
The meeting lasted only 20 minutes. CANFIELD — Township Trustee Randy Brashen says it’s no
Historical society set to make over Ross Radio site
Historical society set to make over Ross Radio site A $6 million fund-raising drive is planned
Forum Health official told to offer info to companies
Forum Health doesn’t have any asset purchase agreements, an official said. YOUNGSTOWN — Forum
Niles Indalex plant closes, leaving 23 jobless
NILES — Indalex Aluminum Solutions’ Niles plant has closed, leaving 23 employees out of work.
Company in Maine testing tires with retractable studs
The company is looking to offer safer driving options without road damage. AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) —
Local Celtic singer to give free concert
SALEM — Celtic singer Colleen McNally Harris will give a free concert at 4 p.m. Sunday at Church of
‘Leatherheads’SFlbClooney goes vintage
The movie would go over better if it were shorter. 11111The setting is 1925 Duluth, Minn.,
‘Nim’s Island’ falls short of being really great
The movie will likely appeal the most to the 10-and-under set. Nim (Abigail Breslin) lives a
NHL Roundup: Wednesday’s other games
Devils 3, Bruins 2, SO NEWARK, N.J. — Zach Parise scored the only goal in a four-round shootout
Oakland Center to present SSLqOut on the TownSSRq
YOUNGSTOWN — “Out on the Town,” a special evening of performances benefiting Dreams of Hope, will be
Pens clinch divison, have conference edge
Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin scored goals for Pittsburgh . PITTSBURGH (AP) — During a season in
Gholston leaves big hole at DE
But Ohio State has several talented players ready to take his spot. COLUMBUS (AP) — When Vernon
Prep Baseball Lineup: Wednesday’s games
Boardman 10, Howland 0 BOARDMAN — Boardman junior Pat O’Brien pitched a six-inning one-hitter,
Carmona stifles Sox in Tribe win
Grady Sizemore drove in three as the Indians won their second straight. CLEVELAND (AP) — Fausto
“Rock the Cradle” (10 p.m., MTV): Is music in the genes? The new reality series,
“Rock the Cradle” (10 p.m., MTV): Is music in the genes? The new reality series, “Rock the Cradle,”
Births: St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Kristina Lewis and Thomas Leiter, Campbell, girl, April
Teamster Local 377 institute new policies
New policies Running the union Charlie Byrnes, trustee for Teamsters Local 377, instituted these
Valley baseball scores
baseball Hiram 3-5, Oterbein 5-4 — Oberlin is 5-10, 1-1 NCAC. Hiram is 4-7, 2-4 NCAC. Thiel 6,
Auditions: Where to try out for roles
SINGERS Garrettsville Summerfest, JAG Auditorium, Garrettsville. Open call auditions for idol-
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