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Dress code under consideration in Liberty schools
LIBERTY — Students here will likely be under a new dress code next school year, but parents are
Many departments respond to fire in Mesopotamia
MESOPOTAMIA — Trumbull County 911 reported that five fire departments and the Trumbull County Hazmat
Adult day care funding options studied
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County officials are scrambling to find temporary funding to keep the county
Michigan man kills self en route to Elkton prison
ELKTON — A man shot and killed himself about 2:30 p.m. Wednesday while on his way to serve a
Funds sought to add seats at Canfield complex
CANFIELD — Community volunteers and school officials say one last piece is needed to complete the
Greenville, Pa. man charged in February killing
MERCER, Pa. —A 52-year-old Greenville man is charged with first degree murder in the death of a 60-
Ticketmaster gets Chevy Center contract
YOUNGSTOWN —The city finalized a contract to have Ticketmaster handle ticketing at its Chevrolet
Commission will wait on director hiring
YOUNGSTOWN —Although members of the city park and recreation commission have wanted to hire a
Warren library will have POW exhibit next week
WARREN – The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library will host a mobile exhibit, “Behind Barbed Wire:
New Castle man charged with killing baby
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A city man is charged with criminal homicide in the death of his girlfriend’s 18-
ID provided for homicide victim
YOUNGSTOWN — The man who died Wednesday night after being shot in the 500 block of Griffith Street
Bedford Road in Brookfield, Hubbard townships closed until May 2
Bedford Road in Brookfield and Hubbard townships will remain closed until May 2 while it is
Man charged with domestic violence against his 85-year-old mom
YOUNGSTOWN — An 85-year-old woman in her nightgown and slippers used a phone inside her garage to
Canfield trustees schedule special closed-door session
CANFIELD — Canfield Township trustees will meet in special closed-door session at 5:30 p.m. Friday
MVSD board awards contracts
MINERAL RIDGE—The Mahoning Valley Sanitary District Board of Directors approved more than $l.6
Charity walk will be Sunday in Mill Creek Park
YOUNGSTOWN — The Multiple Sclerosis Services Agency’s 17th annual MS Super Walk begins at 10 a.m.
Charity golf outing is Kiwanis Club event
WARREN — Warren Kiwanis Club will have its 11th annual Children’s Rehabilitation Center Charity Golf
Golf outing to benefit Relay for Life program
On May 3, volunteers from around the Valley will host a golf scramble to benefit the American Cancer
Ruritan dinner
GUILFORD LAKE — The Guilford Lake Ruritan, state Route 172 at Hanna Drive, will serve soup and
Struthers Church setting for dinners
STRUTHERS — Christ Lutheran Church, 250 Sexton St., will be the setting as spaghetti dinners are
LOUIE TODAY: Todd; The Book Babe; kitch lit
The Book Babe will bring the architect of the new South Side branch.
City of Boardman? It’s an idea
Township officials also will explore the feasibility of forming a water district. BOARDMAN —
Newton Falls drowning victim ID’d
The teen was under the water for about four minutes, a witness said. NEWTON FALLS — A day of
At YSU, interim provost to stay
The university president said the man filling the post now is the best person for the job.
Columbiana officials promote idea of investing in local businesses
The educator said there are local business opportunities. LISBON — Columbiana County
Information sought in man’s shooting death
WELLSVILLE — Authorities are asking the public for any information about the shooting death of a man
YSU softball gets sweep against St. Francis, Pa.
Seniors Becky Hibner and McKenzie Bedra paced the Penguins’ wins. CANFIELD — As spring has
Girard rallies for 10-9 victory over Hubbard
The Indians had to overcome a 7-2 deficit to beat the Eagles. GIRARD — A day after losing to
NHL PLAYOFFS Rangers vs. Penguins
Friday: N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Sunday: N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 2 p.m. Tuesday:
Slick ‘Deception’ can’t stay on track
Thanks to Hugh Jackman, it’s always watchable. It isn’t the deceit that sells “Deception,” an
YSU softball team sweeps
The Youngstown State University softball team defeated Saint Francis by scores of 4-3 and 11-3. C6
Survey: Many EPA scientists saw political interference in decisions
WASHINGTON — More than half the Environmental Protection Agency scientists who responded to an
Former Patriots aide to meet over ‘Spygate’
Matt Walsh is slated to meet with Commissioner Roger Goodell. NEW YORK (AP) — Matt Walsh will get
NAHL PLAYOFFS Phantoms vs. St. Louis
April 18: St. Louis 4, Phantoms 1 April 19: St. Louis 5, Phantoms 2 Wednesday: Phantoms 3, St.
Phantoms win, 3-0
Phantoms win, 3-0 kBehind stellar goaltending from Garrett Bartus and two points each from Grant
Cavaliers are ready for battle
Leading 2-0, Cleveland goes to Washington for Game 3 and more rough stuff. WASHINGTON (AP) — Two
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Stefanie Wilson to be bride of Anthony Cretella
X SALEM — Jay and Mona McNeely of Salem are announcing the engagement and the wedding plans of their
First Place Bank seeks deeds from nonpaying borrowers
The bank hopes to sell off the increasing supply of homes that it has acquired. WARREN — First
“You know, some people counted me out and said to drop out. But the American people
Opinion: “You know, some people counted me out and said to drop out. But the American people don’t quit and
NBA PLAYOFFS Cavaliers vs. Wizards
Saturday: Cleveland 93, Washington 86 Monday: Cleveland 116, Washington 86, Cleveland leads series
M.V. Panthers capture crown at tournament
MONROEVILLE, Pa. — The Mahoning Valley Panthers, a traveling youth basketball team, won the recent
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; (and Giant
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Joseph III and Rachel McMichael, New Castle, Pa., boy,
Sam’s Club puts limit on buying rice
Sam’s Club, the membership warehouse division of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., is limiting how much rice
After Hillbillies’ breakup, Higbee comes into his own
The fiddle player says he was ‘completely blindsided’ by the breakup. If there was one
Dayton Peace Agreement offers lessons for Iraq policy
Opinion: SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina — Twelve years ago, the guns in Bosnia fell silent after a war that
WGFT radio changes formats; boasts top national talk shows
Skip Bednarczyk took over at the station last month. YOUNGSTOWN — After switching formats, a
Thanking our GIs
Opinion: Washington Post: To date, 56 senators and more than 200 representatives have signed on to
Out-of-town births announced
X Leah Grace Leszynski, daughter of Mark and Lisa Khoury Leszynski of Middleburg Heights, was born
SUMMER EVENTS
SUMMER EVENTS Tell the Mahoning Valley about your upcoming summer fair, festival, concert or
Parents announce Lyons-Baclawski wedding plans
X The engagement of Misty Lyons and Benjamin Baclawski, both of 211 Forest Ave., Lake Milton, and
Daughter needs help to recover from childhood rape trauma
Dear Annie: I recently found out that when my daughter was 7 years old, she was raped at least three
Today is Thursday, April 24, the 115th day of 2008. There are 251 days left in the year. On this
Today is Thursday, April 24, the 115th day of 2008. There are 251 days left in the year. On this
Wedding in June for Stacie Stromski and Josh Durig
X GIRARD — Announced by Bill and Karla Durig, 1492 Stanley Ave., is the engagement of their son,
‘Harold & Kumar’ sequel delivers scattered laughs
Like the first movie, this one is pretty lame. The poster for “Harold Kumar Escape From
House votes to block Medicaid cut
The governors of all 50 states and others oppose the rules. WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted
FAST FACTS A soldier and his funeral
Some facts about long-missing Ohio soldier and his funeral: Matt Maupin was a 20-year-old private
Local woman to appear in Playboy special edition
BOARDMAN — Lyndsy Wolff, a 2005 graduate of Boardman High School, is featured in the June/July
Judge gives man probation in stabbing
‘If you let me down, you’ll never see the outside of a prison,’ the judge said. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Veep should be ready to serve on Day 1
Opinion: No sooner had John McCain wrapped up the Republican presidential nomination than the inevitable
Gold’s bull market means big bucks
Dentists say you won’t get rich from selling gold dental work. NEW YORK (AP) — Dazzled by the bull
Planted by pupils
Planted by pupils kPUPILS at Poland’s North Elementary School, including Julia Ferrick, above,
Senator: VA lied about attempted-suicide stats
A VA official said there was no deliberate attempt to mislead Congress or the public. WASHINGTON
Anti-addiction pills raise risk of depression, suicide
The makers of the drugs insist they are safe, although not for everyone. CHICAGO (AP) — Two years
Unity parade planned
Unity parade planned YOUNGSTOWN — Warriors Inc. is having its fourth annual “Unity in the
Research probes possible link involving diet, baby’s gender
There’s an old wives’ tale that women who eat bananas will have a boy. That might not be so far
‘DECEPTION’
‘DECEPTION’ Grade: C Director: Marcel Langenegger. Running time: 1 hour, 48 minutes. Rating:
Penguins on the brink
Opinion: Antarctic penguins have fascinated people since they were first discovered by Magellan’s expedition
‘BABY MAMA’
‘BABY MAMA’ Grade: C Director: Michael McCullers Rating: PG-13 for crude and sexual humor,
Fuel prices cause losses for Delta, Northwest
ATLANTA (AP) — Delta and Northwest, seeking to combine to create the world’s largest airline, posted
Both Democratic camps claim lead in popular vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — If numbers don’t lie, the Democratic presidential race is proving they can
Gates promotes Iraq commanders
Petraeus will take over as commander of the Middle East. WASHINGTON — Secretary of Defense
Reality TV hosts eligible for Emmy
Reality TV hosts eligible for Emmy LOS ANGELES — Real competition is coming to reality TV: Hosts
Judge tells public school to stop Bible giveaways
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge ordered a public school system to stop allowing in-school Bible
Big series & big test for Sid in Big Apple
The NHL’s best player will play in its biggest market. PITTSBURGH (AP) — With the exception of the
Soldier’s funeral likely to draw thousands
Matt Maupin had been captured in 2004 in an ambush. CINCINNATI (AP) — Police and the family of a
It’s couples night at the Funny Farm, 5580 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles, with comedian Rob
It’s couples night at the Funny Farm, 5580 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles, with comedian Rob Little.
Red Hat Society day is today at gardens
Red Hat Society day is today at gardens YOUNGSTOWN — Today is the 2nd Annual International Red Hat
Indians, Royals postponed by rain
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Cleveland Indians at Kansas City Royals game was postponed by rain
Miss Coristin, Mr. Wiechkoske plan Aug. wedding
X YOUNGSTOWN — Announced by Carla C. Coristin, 6747 Bristlewood Drive, is the engagement of her
Clinic gets farmers market
The plan is for the gardens to be similar to the victory gardens of World War II. CLEVELAND (AP)
Medic offers an explanation why keys stop nosebleeds
Q. When I was a kid, I would get very bad nosebleeds. If nothing else worked, my mother would get
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David M. Mancini, 28, of 28 Morningview Circle, Canfield, and
Time to face the facts about Iraq and failure of the surge
Opinion: Time to face the facts about Iraq and failure of the surge EDITOR: “The surge is working.” Is
Nation still at risk 25 years later
Opinion: If an unfriendly power had attempted to impose on America the mediocre educational performance that
Vindy.com News Podcast for April 24, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, April 24, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton
Michigan lineman Boren transfers to Ohio State
COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio State-Michigan rivalry is about to get even more interesting, now that
Cardinals make their pitch for Steel Valley supremacy
Mooney freshman Jamie Clausen struck out 10 batters in a 3-1 victory over Ursuline.
ID theft linked to illegal immigration
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Nobody likes getting a letter from the IRS. So imagine Amanda Bien’s reaction
Clinton’s victory in Pa. proves staying power
Editorial: Had she lost Tuesday’s primary in Pennsylvania or won with a very narrow margin, U.S. Sen. Hillary
Clinton supporter files challenge over delegates
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A top supporter of Hillary Rodham Clinton has filed a challenge with the
McCain: Government can’t solve all problems
INEZ, Ky. — In the heart of Appalachia, in the town where Lyndon Johnson declared the war on poverty
Lawyer: Case is emotional abuse, not battery
The GE employee’s lawyer says the case should go to a jury. COLUMBUS — An unwanted hug from a
Movie bear that killed trainer gave no one a reason for concern
The 5-year-old grizzly weighed 700 pounds. BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. (AP) — The grizzly bear that
Golf roundup | This week’s pro events
PGA TOUR EDS Byron Nelson Championship Irving, Texas. Schedule: Today-Sunday. Course: TPC Four
FDA studies lasik-surgery complaints
Surgeons say 95 percent of people are satisifed. WASHINGTON (AP) — A decade after it first
Woeful Reds fire GM, hire veteran Jocketty
A 9-12 start was the main reason for the switch. CINCINNATI (AP) — With Walt Jocketty, the
Official to table motion on signs
The signs are at Golf Headquarters and A.J. Peppers restaurant. NILES — Third Ward
Quiet Manningham makes noise on field
Despite off-field issues, the standout WR from Warren is poised for the pros. In the spring
Breaking the chains
Group targets human trafficking; official calls it ‘a sin against God’ Missionaries and ministries
REGION
REGION Special Needs Expo planned at Chevy Centre YOUNGSTOWN — Miracles Unlimited will present a
Kent improv comedy troupes battle for the laughs
The competition is modeled after ‘Who’s Line Is It Anyway?’ WARREN — Jenna Cintavey and Dan
Hints can help make lipstick stay or go
Dear Readers: Did you know that an average tube of lipstick has about 260 applications? So, if you
Local playwright to present ‘Color of Love’ drama
YOUNGSTOWN — Karen Clark-Green says her play, “Color of Love,” is about interracial marriage but the
Date announced for Mshar-Vigarino noon wedding
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Tara Marie Mshar, a daughter of John and Nancy Mshar, 302 S.
Tenor wows the crowd at Met with 18 high C’s
The performance can be seen live Saturday at Tinseltown in Boardman. NEW YORK — Rewarding a
Kinnear, Fey are worthwhile in the comedy ‘Baby Mama’
Most of the movie’s stars are wasted in clich roles. Tina Fey is a limited actress who
nba roundup Wednesday’s playoff games
Pistons 105, 76ers 88 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Rasheed Wallace had another good game against the
NHL | Eastern Conference preview
No. 2 PITTSBURGH PENGUINS (47-27-8) vs. No. 5 NEW YORK RANGERS (42-27-13). 2007-08 series record:
PSU French Film Festival
PSU French Film Festival SHARON, Pa. — Penn State Shenango will present five recently released
Must-see movies
Must-see movies kStudio executives hope they’ve trained their audience well as the season of
After messy departure from Pens, Rangers’ Jagr expects fans to boo
The New York captain helped lead Pittsburgh to two Stanley Cups in the 1990s. GREENBURGH, N.Y.
Obama struggles with white voters
No Democrat has won a majority of the white vote since Lyndon Johnson. WASHINGTON — If the
“Ugly Betty” (8 p.m., ABC): Betty (America Ferrera) plans to spend her birthday with
“Ugly Betty” (8 p.m., ABC): Betty (America Ferrera) plans to spend her birthday with Henry. But
Sect kids facing culture shock
The kids will be kept away from other children for now. SAN ANGELO, Texas (AP) — Many of the
Bell sues over job termination
YOUNGSTOWN — Joe Bell, former reporter at WKBN and WYFX television stations, has filed a breach of
ACTORS
ACTORS “The Emperor’s New Clothes,” “The Nightingale” and “Seussical, Our Musical.” Auditions are
‘Harold Kumar’
‘Harold Kumar’ Grade: C Directors: Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg Rating: R for strong
SUMMER OF REPRISES Hollywood brings back Indy, Batman, Narnia, X-Files, ‘Sex’
Among the offerings are new films about superheroes and some favorite old TV shows. LOS
Justices to decide employee benefits case
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court struggled Wednesday with how much weight to give an insurance
Court allows search, seizure
The Bush administration and 18 attorneys general sided with Virginia prosecutors. WASHINGTON (AP)
Dann’s office to end probe
The alleged conduct, if substantiated, could result in discipline, up to and including termination.
Pirates rally in eighth to beat Cardinals
Pittsburgh erased a four-run deficit to defeat St. Louis, 7-4. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh
MLB roundup | Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 6, Red Sox 4 BOSTON — Casey Kotchman’s solo home run put Los Angeles
Penguins lose in 13th, 5-4
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State scored three runs in the bottom of the ninth to force extra
Phantoms stay alive, blank the Bandits, 3-0
Mahoning Valley will try to even the series on Friday night. BOARDMAN — Phantoms goaltender
Whiff! Lakeview’s Bensing Ks 19
Hubbard’s Kara Egelsky pitched her second no-hitter in three days. CORTLAND — Lakeview junior
Time for planting: Pupils usher in spring
Home Depot’s Boardman store donated the seeds for the event. POLAND — First-graders Sophia
Westlake gunfire kills one
All available city police units were sent as an unruly crowd gathered. YOUNGSTOWN — A puddle
human trafficking \ Addressing the issue
About 800,000 people are trafficked across international borders according to the U.S. Department of
10-year-old fires gun inside elementary school
10-year-old fires gun inside elementary school LINDEN, N.J. — Police say a fourth-grader fired a
Mathews board OKs teacher layoff
The superintendent offered hope that the teacher could be recalled. VIENNA — A group of
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