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Mets top Pirates in 11
NEW YORK — David Wright hit a single over a pulled in outfield with the bases loaded in the 11th
Beltre’s 3-run homer lifts Mariners over Indians
CLEVELAND — Adrian Beltre hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in Seattle’s five-run ninth inning, and
Pens grab 3-0 series lead
NEW YORK — Evgeni Malkin and the perfect Pittsburgh Penguins pushed the New York Rangers to the
Fire destroys Pa. house
MERCER, Pa. — A fire destroyed a house at 1620 Mercer-Grove City Road. The fire was reported
State trooper has ‘close call’ on I-80
AUSTINTOWN — A close call on Interstate 80 caused major damage to the door of an Ohio State Highway
Two YSU players, Kevin Tuminello sign NFL deals
Two Youngstown State senior football players will be trying to earn a berth on a National Football
Senior Day Services gets saved by philanthropist
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley philanthropist and businessman Anthony Lariccia today pledged $60,000 a
Arrest made in Austintown murder
AUSTINTOWN — The grandmother of a 22-year-old Army private killed earlier this month while at a
Cover your flowering plants tonight
The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a frost advisory, in effect from 1 to 9 a.m.
Teens arrested after Coronado Avenue burglary
YOUNGSTOWN — Two North Side teenagers were arrested after police responded to a burglary call on
Teenager faces vehicular homicide charge
YOUNGSTOWN — Charges of vehicular homicide and two counts of child endangering have been filed
Teenager dies in one-car I-80 mishap
HUBBARD — Loren Mistovich, 19, of Campbell, was killed at about 8:35 this morning on Interstate 80
RTI reports higher first-quarter earnings
PITTSBURGH — RTI International Metals today reported first-quarter earnings of $22.2 million,
Police probe theft of truck trailers and aluminum
LEAVITTSBURG – Warren Township police say they have one or two persons of interest in the theft of
Boardman Lanes event will benefit diabetes effort
BOARDMAN — Boardman Lanes will host “Bowling Towards a Cure for Diabetes” from noon to 4 p.m. May
Way With Words to sponsor scramble
LAKE MILTON — A Way With Words Foundation will sponsor its fourth annual golf scramble May 31 at
Golf outing planned
The Community College of Beaver County Foundation is having its eighth annual golf outing June 20 at
Wizards lead in 1 category: trash talk
Despite a 3-1 series deficit, Washington’s players are still making comments. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Mussina tames Indians sluggers
The Tribe failed to hold onto a two-run lead in the 5-2 loss to the Yankees. CLEVELAND — Mike
Malmisur reflects on how he (eventually) hired Tressel
The former YSU athletic director admits there were others to consider. BOARDMAN — The timing
Boardman’s Linsley will play at OSU
The 6-4, 275-pound junior tackle chose the Buckeyes over Stanford and Notre Dame. BOARDMAN —
Phantoms ready to open Robertson Cup play
Mahoning Valley left for Missouri after getting a pep talk from Kelly Pavlik. CHESTERFIELD, Mo. —
Thunder to salute military
BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley Thunder’s May 5 home game will give fans a chance to salute the
Manningham’s problems were never on the field
Based on football ability alone, Mario Manningham is probably a first-round talent. Good speed on
State set to review policy in AG office
The review will focus on management of the office’s vehicle fleet. YOUNGSTOWN — The attorney
Downtown developer adds Chase building to holdings
The mayor calls Frangos the ‘Donald Trump of the Mahoning Valley.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Despite a
Woman, 87, dies of hypothermia
The woman had left the home and locked herself out before. LIBERTY — Township police say the
Seniors lament loss of program
The health commissioner hopes an agency can be found that will take over the program.
Man held in rape of 2-year-old girl
An assistant prosecutor said the victim is doing OK. PERRY — A man faces up to life in prison
No action planned against YSU professor
The professor apologized for incorrectly calling himself a CPA. YOUNGSTOWN — The chairman of
Warren launches citywide study
One key issue in the strategic plan is addressing a declining population. WARREN — The city
A matter of respect — Campell man vows to honor, clean old cemetery
Campbell man vows to honor, clean old cemetery CAMPBELL — It’s a matter of respect, said Dave
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Erica Rowe and Terry Miller, Youngstown, boy, April 27.
If he does leave he will probably become NASCAR’s highest paid driver.
If he does leave he will probably become NASCAR’s highest paid driver. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — If
Asmussen will have two entries vying for crown
Pyro and Z Fortune are both entered in Saturday’s Kentucky Derby. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The track
Global food crisis finally gets White House’s focus
Editorial: Had someone in the White House done an Internet search of the topic “global food crisis” months ago,
Electricity rates are on the rise
Fuel costs will boost retail electric rates 69 percent by 2015, an analyst predicts. NEW YORK (AP)
Coldplay gives away song
Coldplay gives away song LONDON — Coldplay will make the first single from their new album
People start receiving tax rebates
A lot of the money will be used for necessities and to pay down debt, analysts say. NEW YORK (AP)
Mussina, Yankees topple Tribe
Mussina, Yankees topple Tribe The New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Indians, 5-2, Monday night
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Rangers
April 25: Pittsburgh 5, N.Y. Rangers 4 Sunday: Pittsburgh 1, N.Y. Rangers 0, Pittsburgh leads
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gerald G. Sonnenlitter, 30, of 33703 Lake Road, Avon Lake,
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Monday 1st—Ocala Free (Stokes)7.604.603.00 Sparkman (Whitney)3.402.40
CRIMESTOPPERS
CRIMESTOPPERS Greater Youngstown The death of an 18-year-old Girard girl is the focus of Crime
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD April 18
NBA PLAYOFFS Cavs vs. Wizards
April 19: Cleveland 93, Washington 86 April 21: Cleveland 116, Washington 86 April 24:
Tornadoes leave hundreds injured in parts of Virginia
Tornadoes leave hundreds injured in parts of Virginia SUFFOLK, Va. — The National Weather Service
Mars to buy Wrigley with Buffett’s backing
Mars would become the world’s largest candy company after buying Wrigley. CHICAGO (AP) — The
Carter ignores Mideast reality
Opinion: One of Jimmy Carter’s greatest talents is irritating people. The former president’s deep religious
YSU freshman runs for cancer
Off to France 19-year old Kaleb Kaschalk, inspired by his grandfather, will compete in the Ironman
GE CUTS
GE CUTS Trimming jobs General Electric cuts this year: 73 jobs: The Austintown Products Plant
NHL ROUNDUP Monday’s game
Flyers 3, Canadiens 2 PHILADELPHIA — Martin Biron stopped 32 shots and Philadelphia scored three
‘Presumption of paternity’ trumps DNA
One man struggled for 15 years to prove he was not the father of his ex-wife’s child. MILLVILLE,
YSU Honors Convocation \Faculty, Students Honored
Twenty-five faculty members and hundreds of students were honored recently at Youngstown State
Text messages remind teens to take medicine
As the program develops, it could include appointment reminders and test results. CINCINNATI (AP)
Flu season was worst in last four years
AKRON (AP) — National and local experts say the 2007-08 flu season was the worst they’ve seen in
The three keys to losing
Opinion: The three keys to losing EDITOR: One of the first signs of spring is the arrival of the
Dolan-Thompson engagement told, wedding planned
X MARYSVILLE — Mark A. and Nikki Dolan, 581 Palm Drive, formerly of Poland, are announcing the
monday’s results TENNIS HOWLAND 4, FITCH 0
monday’s results TENNIS HOWLAND 4, FITCH 0 Singles: Elliot Dewey (H) def. Matt Kidd, 6-0, 6-1;
MLB ROUNDUP Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 3, White Sox 3, 11 innings, suspended CHICAGO — Play was suspended after
softball
softball Grove City 8, Chatham 3 Grove City 17, Chatham 1 — The Wolverines extended their win
Eye surgery procedures offer alternatives to Lasik
WASHINGTON (AP) — Frightened by headlines about Lasik side effects? Lasik gets all the advertising,
LOUIS A. FRANGOS
LOUIS A. FRANGOS Properties Louis A. Frangos’ companies, primarily USA Parking Systems Inc., own
N. Korea-Syria link not surprising
Opinion: Dramatic evidence has been provided to the media by U.S. government officials concerning the Syria
Innocent plea in Ind. school plot
Authorities said the teen had more than 100 knives and several illegal snakes. CLEVELAND (AP) — A
SCHEDULE Robertson Cup At Hardee’s IcePlex in Chesterfield, Mo.
Wednesday 4 p.m. — Phantoms vs. Topeka 8:30 p.m. — St. Louis vs. Alexandria Thursday 4 p.m. —
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Trumbull Career & Technical school board, 7 p.m., board room. South Range
Will lack of experience hurt Obama?
Opinion: The political question of the day is why Sen. Barack Obama can’t close out the Democratic
“Grand Theft Auto IV”
“Grand Theft Auto IV” (Rockstar) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 Grade: A- Eight hours into
Lindsay J. Granger, Logan A. Hanna to be married in Boardman church
X The engagement of Lindsay Joy Granger and Logan Andrew Hanna, both of 3232 S. Semoran Blvd.,
Chaney’s Dykes signs with Arizona
Warren Harding’s Mike Phillips has a tryout with the Browns. As final choices — and the final
Domenici’s non-apology
Opinion: Washington Post: When you’re caught doing or saying something inappropriate, you can acknowledge
KRISTEN HALLSKY JORDAN TAYLOR
KRISTEN HALLSKY JORDAN TAYLOR X HUBBARD — Kristen Marie Hallsky, a daughter of Bud and Darlene
“NCIS” (9 p.m., CBS): On the latest episode of “NCIS,” two members of the
“NCIS” (9 p.m., CBS): On the latest episode of “NCIS,” two members of the team are sent to Iraq
CANADA
CANADA Tentative pact reached with Ford in Canada TORONTO — Canadian Autoworkers president Buzz
Generation Tea is planned at McGuffey Centre
Generation Tea is planned at McGuffey Centre YOUNGSTOWN — The National Council of Negro Women,
Students seek abandoned bikes to recycle
OBERLIN, Ohio (AP) — Eschewing fuel-guzzling cars apparently wasn’t green enough for bicycle-loving
YSU to honor Tressel, Leonardi with Heritage Award at dinner
Faculty, staff, retiree and service awards will be presented at the dinner, which is held annually.
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHAvg. MRamirez Bos26981734.347 Kotchman LAA24891330.337 Hamilton
Synthetic surface mutes experience
The visual and sound effectsdiffer greatly on non-dirt tracks. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The dirt
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball
TRI-T PONY Players Division Niles BV 2 GO 15, Niles JRS Catering 6 Austintown 16, Poland-
Brandi Panning, Michael Hagyari to wed in autumn
X The families of Brandi Nicole Panning, 643 Dorchester Drive, Hubbard, and Michael Thomas Hagyari,
“He is a brave man trying under very difficult circumstances to hold that country together,
Opinion: “He is a brave man trying under very difficult circumstances to hold that country together, and we
ysu
ysu Bedra earns honor INDIANAPOLIS — YSU senior McKenzie Bedra was named Horizon League softball
NOTEBOOK Kentucky Derby
Borel back in Derby: Calvin Borel’s chance to become the first jockey to win consecutive Kentucky
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
X Plans are being made by East High School Class of 1958 for its 50th-year reunion Oct. 4. For more
As Putin changes, so does Russia
Opinion: On a recent visit to Italy, President Vladimir Putin was asked about a Russian newspaper report that
Analysts expecting record sales
There has been very little build-up to the premiere of ‘Grand Theft Auto IV.’ LOS ANGELES —
GM to cut a shift at 4 gas-guzzler plants
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. said Monday it plans to cut one shift at four North American
Kerkorian acquires 4.7 percent of Ford
DETROIT (AP) — Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian, making another attempt to shape the U.S.
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 1, Cleveland 0 Tampa Bay 3, Boston 0 Texas 10,
Activists: States not doing enough to protect privacy
Fraud and ID theft cost Americans about $1.2 billion in 2007, the FTC said. MADISON, Wis. (AP) —
Bride-to-be should be up-front with Dad before big day
Dear Annie: My daughter, “Meg,” moved to Florida to attend college and graduate school. She is now
Check labels when picking up prescriptions
Dear Readers: When you called in or dropped off your last prescription, did you check it when you
Today is Tuesday, April 29, the 120th day of 2008. There are 246 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, April 29, the 120th day of 2008. There are 246 days left in the year. On this date
Rogner named Horizon player and newcomer of year
YOUNGSTOWN — Katie Rogner , a member of the Youngstown State University women’s golf team, will
Probation violation
Probation violation YOUNGSTOWN — A 42-year-old Austintown man who owes $35,784 in child support
10 post victories at Red Flash Open
LORETTO, Pa. — Youngstown State freshman Breanne Romeo qualified for the USA Junior Outdoor Track &
Ban proves hard to enforce
The smoking ban is showing itself to be costly for Ohio counties. TOLEDO (AP) — County health
General Electric to eliminate 31 positions at Ohio Lamp Plant
The latest layoffs push GE’s total job cuts this year to 174. WARREN — General Electric
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Steelers: Dorien Bryant, one of the nation’s most productive pass receivers and kick returners last
‘Rayen Retrospective’ takes a look at school
The book tells the 141-year story of the school through stories, photos and more. YOUNGSTOWN —
NBA ROUNDUP | Monday’s games
Magic 102, Raptors 92 ORLANDO, Fla. — Dwight Howard had 21 points and 21 rebounds and Orlando
Wildlife leaders give fishing poles to youths
The programs are designed to spark interest in fishing. SANDUSKY (AP) — Concerned about the
Designer’s empire built on making exotic handbags
Providing high-quality bags at moderately high prices is her magic formula. MIAMI — There is a
Rangers hoping home is sweeter
The Penguins’ next two games are at Madison Square Garden. GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — The dark clouds
CHASE BUILDING
CHASE BUILDING Tenants The 135,298-square-foot Chase Bank Building is 40.6 percent occupied.
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) (FSN Pitt) English League Soccer. 2:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Soccer: UEFA Champions
Arbiter ruling favors officer
Travel communications were ambiguous, the arbiter wrote. YOUNGSTOWN — A detective sergeant has
Obama’s former pastor keeps issues of race in the spotlight
In polls, white voters’ support is stronger for Clinton than for Obama. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Rev.
Business expansion
Business expansion SALEM — A $4 million or more expansion is coming to Salem, according to John
Strickland cautious on resuming executions
The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed Kentucky’s process, which is similar to Ohio’s. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Niles councilman resigns post
He cited personal reasons for leaving after four months in office. NILES — Citing “very
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