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Pedestrian struck, killed in Warren

WARREN — A woman walking along Youngstown Road was killed when she was struck by a vehicle at 3:40


Most in Mahoning Valley face bankruptcy after losing jobs

Paul Harris and his girlfriend, Tracy Cline, await the knock at the door, telling them it’s time to

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Council to talk about plans for new bridge

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City council has scheduled a special meeting for 4:30 p.m. Monday to discuss plans


Program aids military families in a crunch

Operation Life Transformed is giving hope to a Poland family on the edge of bankruptcy. POLAND


Trevor Immelman wins Masters by 3 shots over Tiger Woods

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Trevor Immelman has never felt better. Four months after he had a tumor removed


LeBron rests, Cavs beat Heat

CLEVELAND — Daniel Gibson made a 3-pointer and three straight free throws early in the fourth


Dozens donate locks to benefit kids with cancer

CANFIELD – Karen Crogan and her 9-year-old daughter, Lena, understand hair loss. The two have


Hundreds turn out at KFC to support injured manager

YOUNGSTOWN — Normally at KFC, the choice is “original” or “extra crispy.” On Sunday, the KFC on


Body found in house in Warren

WARREN — Emergency workers removed a dead body from a home at 248 Douglas St. N.W. about 3 p.m.


Pirates’ 3 homers sink Reds

PITTSBURGH — Ryan Doumit, Xavier Nady and Jason Bay homered and Pittsburgh’s Tom Gorzelanny bounced


Lee’s strong pitching helps Indians over A’s

CLEVELAND — Cliff Lee’s quick and efficient pitching in the wind and cold helped the Cleveland


Howland library to celebrate 10th anniversary

HOWLAND – The Howland branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library will celebrate its 10th


World War II program on POWs in Warren on Thursday

WARREN – The experiences of prisoners of war during World War II will be presented during a program


Border patrol sets date to recruit in Valley

BOARDMAN — U.S. Customs and Border Protection will conduct a border patrol agent recruiting drive in


Boardman police debut new cable TV show

BOARDMAN — Township detective Chuck Mound is hitting the beat in a new way. “BPD Beat” premiered


Two Valley residents receive free cataract surgeries

BOARDMAN — Walter “Bud” Gane, 79, and Carroll Merriman, 64, have each worn eyeglasses for about 30

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Fitch athletes win big in speech competition

AUSTINTOWN — Travis Watson and Mark Cornman love to compete. Watson was a successful middle school


YSU plans Women in Science workshop

The program is designed to attract young women to the fields of science and technology.


Cortland teen is top chef in regional competition

The teen winner is a prep chef at the Avalon Inn. CORTLAND — Michael A. Denman, 18, of Cortland


Youngstown native retires after 26 years in military

He received the D.I. Excellence Award for graduating with a perfect score on all academic and


Pool at W.Va. state park to be closed for ’08 season

The pool should reopen by July of next year. NEW MANCHESTER, W.Va.— The swimming pool at Tomlinson


Plan is to break hugging record

The cancer survivor wants to make the world a better place by spreading the love. CANFIELD –


Office to fight foreclosures opens in Warren

Summary headline goes here. Summary headline goes here. WARREN — The East Side Organizing Project,


Charity bike ride

Charity bike ride BOARDMAN — Creekside Fitness and Health will team up with The Jessica Moorhead


Liberty teen recognized for efforts to aid Darfur

“I have always been up on foreign policies and affairs. I have been raised in a family where news is


Big inning leads Fitch over Niles

Mineral Ridge, Columbiana and Lowellville swept doubleheaders. AUSTINTOWN — Jason Bagoly’s double


How to get your golf news published

The snow is all gone, hopefully for good, the days are getting longer and warmer and my grass is


NHL PLAYOFF ROUNDUP Saturday’s games

Red Wings 4, Predators 2 DETROIT — Kris Draper’s tie-breaking goal went off an opponent, Nick


Office to fight foreclosures opens in Trumbull County

WARREN — The East Side Organizing Project, a Cleveland group known for pressuring lending


NBA ROUNDUP Saturday’s games

Celtics 99, Hawks 89 ATLANTA — Sam Cassell and Boston’s backups outplayed Atlanta’s starters in


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Stark-Summit League — is accepting teams. Call (330) 499-3508. Beaver Valley Club — has


Athletics walk past Tribe

CLEVELAND (AP) — Bobby Crosby hit a three-run homer for the Oakland Athletics, who took advantage of


Penn-Ohio has top amateurs

YOUNGSTOWN — The Penn-Ohio Golf League will begin its 62nd season April 20 at Yankee Run Golf


Inside/C3

Inside/C3 U Two of the oldest leagues in the area, the Campbell Golf League and the Penn-Ohio


FDA: 23 people infected with salmonella strain

FDA: 23 people infected with salmonella strain MINNEAPOLIS — At least 23 people in 14 states have


ysu

ysu All league academics INDIANAPOLIS — YSU athletic teams had eight student-athletes recognized


KO Drugs tournament sets registration for 20th year

YOUNGSTOWN — The K.O. Drugs High School Boxing tournament is scheduled for its 20th year, beginning


Tips for avoiding foreclosure

AVOIDING FORECLOSURE What to watch and do Some conditions that can lead to financial problems


Trumbull County court update

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Russell S. Kellar, 30, of 1436 North Road N.E., Warren, and


Equipment Drive: Ongoing collections

If you couldn’t make it to Saturday’s event at McCune Park but would still like to donate used


Time Line: Derris Lewis case

Some events in the case of Derris Lewis, charged as a juvenile with being an accomplice in the death


Getting Started: Golf events

Here is a list of some early golf events that have been submitted: The West Branch Warrior Golf


It’s time for Dann to get rid of Jennings

Opinion: From the column of Jan. 7, 2007: “The king of [Marc] Dann’s spinning circle is Leo Jennings, who


An absorbing trip

The sponge industry continues to thrive in this Gulf Coast village The natural beauty of the


Networks using Web to try out new ideas

LOS ANGELES — Shane Felux is an independent filmmaker whose “Star Wars Revelations” was seen by over


Bucs’ McLouth continues hit parade

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nate McLouth, the surprise major league hits leader, singled in the go-ahead run


Nutrition talk

Nutrition talk SHARON, Pa. — Dr. Philip Lee, internal medicine physician with UPMC Horizon, will


What’s the word?

What’s the word? Greece is the word in the breezy Gulf Coast village of Tarpon Springs, Fla.


MLB Roundup: Saturday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 7, Tigers 0 CHICAGO — Gavin Floyd held the Tigers hitless until Edgar


ALL MY CHILDREN

ALL MY CHILDREN After sharing an unexpected passionate kiss, Ryan urged Greenlee to make things


Clarinet Day planned at Dana School of Music

Clarinet Day planned at Dana School of Music YOUNGSTOWN — The inaugural Dana Clarinet Day will be


MONDAY

MONDAY XLB Circle Past Matronsof Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Austintown Eat’n


Today is Sunday, April 13, the 104th day of 2008. There are 262 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Sunday, April 13, the 104th day of 2008. There are 262 days left in the year. On this date


Congress ducking Social Security

Opinion: Along with baseball and cherry blossoms, spring in the U.S. capital brings a ritualized dance over


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT The wrong picture was published in Friday’s Vindicator for Billy Mock, 41, of


BOX: The colorful label adds to the value of this oak Ferry flower-seed box. It was sold by Morphy

BOX: The colorful label adds to the value of this oak Ferry flower-seed box. It was sold by Morphy


Driveways need some attention

Here are some tips to consider before getting started. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — If you want a decent-


Aged finish, labels add to items’ value

Condition is important when determining the value of a piece of antique furniture — we have all


Experience determines pay for painting pros

Other factors include the size of the job, prep work and difficulty. When it comes to how much


‘Condemned 2: Bloodshot’ a success

‘Condemned 2: Bloodshot’ (Sega) for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 Genre: Action; Rating: M Grade: B


Bairds mark 50th with family brunch

X POLAND — Ira and Barbara Baird, 695 E. Western Reserve Road, No. 2503, celebrated 50 years of


Make a splash in fashionable rain gear

Flood of colors and styles will whet your interest in spring showers. We all know that


“Amazing Sports Stories” (8 p.m., Fox Sports Network): Bert Shepard was a minor-league

“Amazing Sports Stories” (8 p.m., Fox Sports Network): Bert Shepard was a minor-league pitcher who


Big Easy is jazzed for music festival

Rooms go for a premium during the popular music event. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — It’s that time of year


It’s spring, so inspect the roof

That old rhyme “April showers bring May flowers” may be true for your garden, but for colder parts


Nieces’ living with grandma is questionable

Dear Annie: For the past 18 months, my sister’s two young daughters have been living with my mother.


NHL Playoffs: Penguins vs. Ottawa

April 9: Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 0 April 11: Pittsburgh 5, Ottawa 3, Pittsburgh leads series 2-0


information

information If you go WHEN: Open daily, beginning Monday. WHERE: Accessible from Taneytown


Hold off on the spring planting

A late frost is still a very real threat to tender plants. DETROIT — It’s so tempting. The days


‘Concierge’ vanishing from French lifestyle

The job has been part of the French identity for centuries. PARIS (AP) — They take out the


A new venue to see Gettysburg

The new museum and visitor center is designed to be highly interactive. GETTYSBURG, Pa. (AP) —


Vetertans News: Officers installed

VETERANS Officers installed YOUNGSTOWN — Frank A. Sokol was installed as 2008 commandant of the


TODAY

TODAY 12:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) NBA: “Access Cavaliers.” 12:30 p.m. (FSN Pitt) “Inside Pirates


Defense earns red jerseys

Saturday’s scrimmage at YSU topped 100 plays. YOUNGSTOWN — For the first time in more than


Rogers leads Columbus Crew past Chivas USA

COLUMBUS — Robbie Rogers scored to lead the Columbus Crew in a 4-3 victory over Chivas USA on


Stretching before teeing off recommended

Playing through pain could lead to further problems. Believe it or not, spring is here and with it


Dad says daughter was set up on drug charge

COLUMBUS — The father of a woman who filed a sexual harassment complaint against a manager in


Local man struggled to reach recovery

‘Thank God bankruptcy is there,’ a Boardman man said about his financial dilemmas after he lost his


Valley Event Digest: Boardman South Chapter 4545 AARP to meet May 1

aarp 4545 X Boardman South Chapter 4545, AARP, will meet at 11:30 a.m. May 1 at the Holiday Inn


Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:

Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:


Cause of house fire under investigation

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The cause of a Saturday morning fire that did $15,000 damage to a two-story house


Congress aims to ease doctor shortage

Doctors could also receive a second pay cut Jan. 1, 2009. WASHINGTON — Congress is under


Grads’ outlook isn’t so bad

In a weak market, new graduates have an advantage — lower pay. DALLAS — This spring, 1.5 million


Family: Twin is innocent in his brother’s murder

Authorities say the twin did take part in the crimes. COLUMBUS (AP) — The death of Dennis Lewis


Region News Digest: Nominations sought for 40 Under 40 Awards

REGION Nominations sought for 40 Under 40 Awards YOUNGSTOWN —The MVP 20/30 Club is accepting


Animal Charity is helping

Opinion: Animal Charity is helping EDITOR: In response to the March 30 letter, “Who helps neglected


With seed shakers, cover lots of ground

With seed shakers, cover lots of ground Seeds don’t just come in little packets. Smith Hawken


Freud painting expected to fetch a record price

Freud painting expected to fetch a record price LONDON — A painting by British artist Lucian Freud


Good bet racino will bring spinoffs

U.S. Route 422 will become a main route for people visiting the racino. A racino is going to


Mercer County well-represented in all-state basketball

This year one had to be some kind of a basketball phenom to be named to the Associated Press


Star has final say on style

Associated Press MAKEUP JUNKIE: Catherine Zeta-Jones, who admits she is a makeup junkie, makes


Nicole DeSimone and Joel Previte to be married

X POLAND — The engagement of Nicole DeSimone and Joel Previte, both of Poland, is being announced by


Kyoto cleaning up Latin America

China and India are getting more of the attention and cleanup funds. MIAMI — With little


Jewel will be judge on next ‘Nashville Star’

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Singer-songwriter Jewel will be a judge on the upcoming season of “Nashville


Relax in your spa

Air temperature and seasons will not impede your enjoyment ‘Spa’ and ‘hot tub’ mean the same


YSU offers two one-act operas

One is a comedy of errors, the other a modern tale of a woman who knows what she wants.


Comprehensive workers vote down contract

AUSTINTOWN — Lansing, Mich.-area Comprehensive Logistics Inc. workers on Saturday voted down a new


Best-sellers

Best-sellers Publishers Weekly For the week ending April 5 FICTION 1. “Small Favor” by Jim


Ohio’s low pay for vets studied

Only Indiana’s disabled veterans earn less than those from Ohio. CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio ranked


Immelman in the lead by two

Tiger Woods is six shots off the pace going into the final round today. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Trevor


Pens have Ottawa reeling

Pittsburgh leads the NHL playoff series 2-0, with Game 3 Monday night. PITTSBURGH (AP) — They’re


Heather Corll to be June bride of Daniel Schneider

X SCHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — The engagement of Heather Corll, 6260 Kirk Road, Canfield, and Daniel


Blood Drives

Blood Drives TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.


Browse, buy, and help out animals

The Vindicator/William D. Lewis GOING TO THE DOGS: Among those making sure the homeless animals at


Banking News: Charles O. Moore joins F.N.B. Corp.

BANKING Charles O. Moore has joined F.N.B. Corp. as president and chief executive of Regency


Did Marine charged in slaying e-mail authorities in N. Carolina?

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Detectives are investigating whether a Marine charged with the brutal slaying


‘Pretty. Odd.’ is pretty good

‘Pretty. Odd.’ Panic at the Disco (Fueled By Ramen/Atlantic) Grade: B The last time we checked


Attorney general should seek an independent investigation

Editorial: Given his personal relationship with Anthony Gutierrez, Attorney General Marc Dann must know that an


Coal-methane boom brings opportunity, fear

Methane gas from well drilling scares some homeowners. WESTON, Colo. (AP) — A hamlet near here


Shiite militia confessions lead to discovery of another mass grave south of Baghdad

BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Confessions from Shiite militiamen led Saturday to the discovery of 15 more


selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 18.98 —.02 Avalon


Explosion at mosque in Iran kills at least 9, injures more than 100

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A bomb explosion in a mosque packed with hundreds of worshippers in southern


A TAXING CHORE

Higher tax rates are coming unless Congress acts by 2010. As taxpayers struggle through the


New music groups schedule concerts

The shows will include seven world premieres. YOUNGSTOWN — The New Music Society and the New


valley view downs

valley view downs Fast facts Valley View Downs is a racino, or combination racetrack and casino,


Baseball in Venezuela

Study credits man who developed players If you know nothing about Andres Reiner — and chances


Kennsington is a gift to golf

The Canfield course is appealing to players of all skill levels. CANFIELD — Jeff Myers is as


Pa. student who had gun surrenders

NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A teenager who wrestled with teachers over a loaded gun found in his locker


Obama’s ‘bitter’ remarks gives Clinton new shot

The mayor of Sharon, Pa., said he couldn’t believe what Barack Obama said. MISHAWAKA, Ind. (AP) —


Summer arts camp targets kids in grade school

Trumbull County Educational Service Center will offer a summer arts camp for students in entering


Lenders toughen auto-loan standards

Some companies are limiting terms and requiring larger down payments. CLEVELAND (AP) — The


Housing woes: a look at then, now

With all of the negative news surrounding the housing market, first-time home buyers Sunny Han and


Half a dozen local celebrities are competing in “Dance the Night Away — Local Stars

Half a dozen local celebrities are competing in “Dance the Night Away — Local Stars Dancing for


Suspect in killing should be tried, victim’s family says

At issue is Ohio’s policies concerning the death penalty. CLEVELAND (AP) — The family of a


Mahoning county

Mahoning county Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine


Her higher libido concerns reader

Q. I have a much higher sex drive than my partner. He is in his late-30s, while I am in my mid-20s.


Poll: U.S. Catholics happy with Benedict’s leadership

The survey highlighted the need for better religious instruction, one archbishop said. NEW YORK


Small plane hits 2 homes near LA, badly injuring 4

COMPTON, Calif. (AP) — A twin-engine plane crashed into two homes Saturday outside Los Angeles,


Jennifer Gough and Byron Chichka set wedding date

X POLAND — Walter and Kathleen Gough, 7667 Indian Trail, announce the engagement of their daughter,


Mickelson goes south

Lefty stumbled to a 3-over-par 75 to drop from contention. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Phil Mickelson


Second Annual Special Needs Expo will take place in Chevrolet Centre

Special to the Vindicator EVENTFUL MONTH: Looking forward to the Second Annual Special Needs Expo,


Mahoning County marriage licenses

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard A. Weaver, 48, of 224 1/2 Lowell Ave.,


Puhalla-Profant May 10 wedding site announced

X YOUNGSTOWN — Elizabeth Nichole Puhalla, a daughter of Stephen G. and Deborah A. Puhalla, 718


LeBron has support for MVP award

His 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists per game have him in rare company. CLEVELAND (AP) —


Trouble-free Olympic torch run expected

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (AP) — The mayor of Tanzania’s main city received the Olympic torch from a


Vindicator file photo

Vindicator file photo SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO: The Junior Choir of the Indianola M.E. Church


Q. I read your recent column about having a fitting to find the right-size bra. But how do I know my

Q. I read your recent column about having a fitting to find the right-size bra. But how do I know my


The last word on Pete the Penguin of 1968

Opinion: Jambar editors — old and new — stick together. The ink was barely dry on last Sunday’s Vindicator


Pletcher gets two contenders to Kentucky Derby

Monba and Cowboy Cal finished 1-2 at the Blue Grass Stakes Saturday. LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Todd’s


Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Allen L. Underwood The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is


Happy 100th Birthday Martha M. Cullinan

Born: March 20, 1908, in Warren. She has been a resident of Austintown for 70 years. Background:


Sweden’s doors are slowly closing to Iraqi refugees

Some 40,000 Iraqi refugees now call Sweden home. SODERTALJE, Sweden — Behind the wheel of his


wednesday

wednesday X Fortnightly IV will meet at 7:30 p.m. with Judy Robinson as hostess and Mary Alice


At family dinner, Lariccias mark 65th anniversary

X GIRARD — Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Lariccia of Girard celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a


Historical Society to serve high tea

The Vindicator/William D. Lewis ALL SET: Among members of the Austintown Historical Society who


Church is chosen for Barnes and Graham wedding

X YOUNGSTOWN — Plans are being announced for the upcoming marriage of Laura J. Barnes, a daughter of


Buckeyes put together good show in spring game

Backup tailback Brandon Saine was the star of Saturday’s game. COLUMBUS (AP) — Linebacker James


Thinking of switching banks? Some are making it easier to do

Banks are offering incentives to entice customers of other companies. DALLAS — With their bank


Baseball Linescores Saturday: Fitch 7, Niles 4

BASEBALL LINESCORES SATURDAY FITCH 7, NILES 4 Niles4000000—445 Fitch000007x—792 Scott Paden


Conference set for writers to offer various speakers

MERCER, Pa. — The 17th annual One-Day Mercer County Writers Conference is set for 8:15 a.m. to 4:45


How do we count the NO’s?

Editorial: How do we count the NO’s? Opponents of various tax levies that are defeated and placed back on the


Boardman man struggles to recover from bankruptcy

Education was not John’s problem. Job loss was. Editor’s note: John’s real name is not being


WARREN — Matthew G. Vansuch, an attorney with the law firm of Harrington, Hoppe Mitchell

WARREN — Matthew G. Vansuch, an attorney with the law firm of Harrington, Hoppe Mitchell Ltd., has


Cattoi anniversary marked at brunch in New Middletown

X BOARDMAN — The 65th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cattoi of Boardman was celebrated


Roadside bomb kills U.S. soldier

Clashes killed at least 13 Shiite militants. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — A roadside bomb killed an


if you go

if you go What: Two one-act operas Where: Ford Theater, inside Bliss Hall, Wick Avenue,


Lakeside offers youth league and events for adults

Golf etiquette is shared with those learning to play. LAKE MILTON — Youth golfers are invited to


Bill Snier to be inducted into hall in Canton

Youngstown native Bill Snier will become the second media member to join the Greater Canton USBC


Forum Health Northside Medical Center

Forum Health Northside Medical Center Justine Muldowney and Andrew Munera of Canfield, boy, April


700s

700s Amron — Jason Keyes (729), Tim DeMain (717), Jim Seabrook (707), Mark Anderson (705) Jim


Penguins on plus side of three-game series

Joe Iacobucci homered in the first game, a 4-3 victory over Illinois-Chicago, before YSU dropped the


YOUNGSTOWN STATE

YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Softball vs. Wright St. at McCune, 1 p.m. Tuesday — Baseball vs.


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., council chambers, 2538 Grandview Road.


Pet-friendly in Big Apple

Pet-friendly in Big Apple New York City was selected as the pet-friendliest destination of 2008 by


Mooney’s Hrehor, Boardman’s Marrow go yard

The Cardinals, Spartans and Struthers Wildcats swept twinbills. BOARDMAN — Sophomore Christina


YSU baseball splits

YSU baseball splits Youngstown State split a doubleheader with Illinois-Chicago, finishing a


Thrift store clerk robbed while making deposit

YOUNGSTOWN — A gunman wearing a ski mask escaped with about $340 in thrift store receipts in a


Pitching in for good cause

The parents of YSU catcher McKenzie Bedra brought equipment from their home in Bowling Green.


On visit, pope to find American church in flux

The pope’s visit represents the importance of the American church to the Vatican. WASHINGTON —


Poland girls capture East Palestine event

Struthers’ Ashley Galbraith won the 300 hurdles and the high jump. EAST PALESTINE — Katie Fisher,


What to watch for, and how to react, if your housing finances start to unravel. A2

What to watch for, and how to react, if your housing finances start to unravel. A2 Operation


Campbell League enters 78th year

It’s been played at Pine Lakes Golf Course every year. HUBBARD — One of the oldest golf leagues in


Currier Museum of Art expanded in renovation

Currier Museum of Art expanded in renovation MANCHESTER, N.H. — The Currier Museum of Art has


MOUNTAINEER RESults

MOUNTAINEER RESults Saturday 1st—Sofiasrockin (Lumpkins)5.203.002.80 Treasure’s Joy


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