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Did Dann aide get warning?
COLUMBUS — One of the women accusing a high-level staffer in the attorney general’s office of sexual
Man found dead in West Side home
YOUNGSTOWN — A 42-year-old man was found dead at 3 p.m. today, shot in the back of the head, lying
Ohio House approves bill to change booster seat laws
COLUMBUS — The Ohio House has passed legislation that would require children age 4-8 or shorter than
One-year pact reached in Liberty schools
LIBERTY — School board members and the Liberty Association of School Employees, which represents
Woman charged in fatal crash free on bond
YOUNGSTOWN — Brandy Robinson, 18, of Willis Avenue, a driver accused in the death of a pedestrian,
LOUIE TODAY: Dr. Dan Kalla, SARS expert
He was director of physician staffing for the SARS screening clinic.
Lariccias save seniors program
The Senior Day Services program was slated to close May 7. YOUNGSTOWN — “Yes, Virginia,
Niles man gets three years in death of toddler
A coroner’s ruling put doubt in the murder charge against Jamie A. Champlin. WARREN — A Niles
Liberty police response stirs concern
Residents in the area said a foot search should have been done. LIBERTY — People close to a
VIDEO| In touch with Earth
YOUNGSTOWN — Pupils at Volney Rogers Junior High School are getting their hands dirty as a way to
English’s plan targets gas prices
The congressman outlined his plan to reduce gas prices. HERMITAGE, Pa. — People need relief from
19-year-old crash victim wanted to teach
The woman was a freshman at Westminster College. HUBBARD — A 19-year-old Lowellville woman,
Guard held in soldier’s killing
A preliminary hearing is set for this morning. AUSTINTOWN — The grandmother of a 22-year-old
Y-town cops charge driver in pedestrian killing
YOUNGSTOWN — Charges of vehicular homicide and two counts of child endangering have been filed
softball
softball Marietta 2, Bethany 0 Marietta 11, Bethany 2 — Marietta is 21-13. Bethany is 19-21.
Electorate composition could change
By 2012, immigrant-citizens are expected to be 29 percent of the electorate. SACRAMENTO, Calif.
Bush criticizes Democrats for blocking economic proposals
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush on Tuesday accused the Democratic-led Congress of blocking his
Lowe’s Speedway adds barrier for backstretch
The protective will be in place for next month’s NASCAR race. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Lowe’s Motor
North Carolina governor endorses Hillary Clinton for president
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Gov. Mike Easley endorsed Hillary Rodham Clinton on Tuesday, boosting her
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 3, Chicago White Sox 3, 11 innings, susp., Rain N.Y.
McCain offers proposal for health-care solution
TAMPA, Fla. — Sen. John McCain rejected calls Tuesday by his Democratic opponents for universal
Zunic, Dobos earn NCAC honors
HIRAM — Stephanie Zunic and Craig Dobos of Hiram College have been named players of the week for
Mercer Co. will reinstate jail guard fired in 2005
The county doesn’t know how much it will have to pay the guard. MERCER, Pa. — A jail guard who
Hit-run crash is part of Dann office probe
The man did not file an accident report with police or with Dann’s office. COLUMBUS — The
NBA PLAYOFFS Cavs vs. Wizards
April 19: Cleveland 93, Washington 86 April 21: Cleveland 116, Washington 86 April 24:
Harding school razing set to begin
The school’s facade will remain standing, with the back portion boxed in. WARREN — Dismantling
Police arrest 2 teens in burglary
YOUNGSTOWN — Two North Side teenagers were arrested after police responded to a burglary call on
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Youngstown Express — little b league team seeks players age 15-16. Call (330) 540-7077.
College football playoff still iffy
Big Ten officials deny being the reason for a stalemate. HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (AP) — If only the Big
Padgitt’s home run lifts Boardman over GlenOak
Fitch’s Emily Purnell and Jackson-Milton’s Lyndsey Knipp registered pitching victories. BOARDMAN —
Mooney boys hoops coach Leslie resigns after 3 years
YOUNGSTOWN — After 21 years in the coaching profession Steve Leslie feels it is time to take a
Caucus fundraiser postponed because of schedule conflict
NILES — An Ohio House Democratic Caucus fundraiser with special guest Attorney General Marc Dann,
Larry Brown named new Charlotte coach
The fourth-year Bobcats are the ninth NBA team that Larry Brown will coach. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) —
Indians upended, 7-2, by Seattle’s late rally
Adrian Beltre’s tie-breaking, three-run homer highlighted the Mariners’ five-run rally. CLEVELAND
GAME TIME
Who: Thunder (1-4) vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers (4-1)SFlbWhen: Monday, 6:30 p.m. Where:
Terry, Gliatta earn NFL tryouts; Tuminello signs with N. Orleans
YOUNGSTOWN — Two Youngstown State senior football players will be trying to earn a berth on a
national day of prayer Area observances
The National Day of Prayer will be observed Thursday with the theme “Prayer — America’s Strength and
Surgery Center open for operations now
The center has a new central supply room and seven operating suites. SALEM — The state-of-the-
Police view evidence in stolen-trailers case
LEAVITTSBURG — Warren Township police say they have one or two persons of interest in the theft of
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Philip S. Brady, 52, of 1832 Selma Ave., Youngstown, and Elsa
Community center gets $5K grant
YOUNGSTOWN — The United Methodist Community Center, 334 N. Pearl St., has received $5,000 from the
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Rangers
April 25: Pittsburgh 5, N.Y. Rangers 4 Sunday: Pittsburgh 1, N.Y. Rangers 0 Tuesday: Pittsburgh
Ochoa aims for record victory
She’s trying for her fifth straight LPGA tournament triumph. GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — The house
Iraq Developments
Other developments in Iraq: Shiite militants ambushed a U.S. patrol in Baghdad’s embattled Sadr
NHL PLAYOFFS Tuesday’s other game
Stars 2, Sharks 1 (OT) DALLAS — Thanks to an unlikely goal from Mattias Norstrom, the Dallas Stars
Penguins’ men golfers finish 3rd
LEBANON, Ohio — The Youngstown State men’s golf team finished third at the Horizon League
ON THE FAIRWAYS | This week’s professional golf events
LPGA TOUR SemGroup Championship Broken Arrow, Okla. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course:Cedar
Projects to resurface several state routes
Projects to resurface several state routes SALEM — The Ohio Department of Transportation announced
NOTEBOOK Kentucky Derby
Cowboy Cal’s cause: Cowboy Cal will be running for a good cause in Saturday’s Kentucky Derby at
Lawyer: Angry father may have stabbed wrong boy
HOUSTON (AP) — The distraught father accused of stabbing a boy he believed was a witness to a sexual
Coach: Try harder
Coach: Try harder kAfter Saturday’s loss at Albany, Mahoning Valley Thunder coach Mike Hold is
Vanyi, Bedra are neck-and-neck in homers, but YSU loses twice
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Freshman Rochelle Vanyi broke the Youngstown State single-season home run record
Columbiana Co.’s Dawson receives Urban County Engineer award
LISBON — The National Association of County Engineers recently named Columbiana County Engineer Bert
Testimony continues on razing of building
A prospective building buyer claims the school board abused its discretion. WARREN — Testimony
Teen accused in plot wanted to kill Jesus, authorities say
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) — A teen accused of plotting to blow up his high school told police that he
Officials amazed at no deaths from tornadoes
SUFFOLK, Va. (AP) — It was a scene of haphazard destruction that stretched for 25 miles: row upon
Hall of Fame jockey has sweet ride
Kent Desormeaux’s days have brightened since moving east. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kent Desormeaux
NBA ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s games
Hornets 99, Mavericks 94 NEW ORLEANS — Chris Paul had 24 points, 15 assists and 11 rebounds, and
“Insurance companies could no longer take your business for granted, offering narrow plans
Opinion: “Insurance companies could no longer take your business for granted, offering narrow plans with
City officer to get national award
The officer risked his own safety to save a suicidal man and others. YOUNGSTOWN — Patrolman
Opossums are nature’s cleanup crew
Opinion: Opossums don’t get any respect. The Rodney Dangerfields of the wildlife world were recently featured
Reynolds-Clardy wedding plans are revealed
X YOUNGSTOWN — Geneva B. Reynolds of 402 W. Delason Ave., is announcing the engagement of her
Insensitive restrictions ruin relationship
Dear Annie: My sister, “Ruth,” is 10 years younger than me. She thinks I am the spoiled one and I am
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout events planned
THURSDAY X Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, will have takeout dinners of
Confidence hurt by inflation, job worries
The number of people planning to take a vacation drops to a 30-year low. NEW YORK (AP) — From
Court ruling on voter ID not much of an issue in Ohio
Editorial: Court ruling on voter ID not much of an issue in Ohio Monday’s Supreme Court ruling on Indiana’s
Miley’s photo ‘scandals’ reveal growing pains
Will Miley Cyrus go the way of Britney Spears, or is she just trying to find a way to appeal to an
Fed ready to cut interest rates to 5%
The Fed is expected to cut interest rates to the lowest level since 2004. WASHINGTON (AP) — The
Springtime GREEN TIME
The arrival of true spring salad greens is always an exhilarating moment. After a long winter’s
area
area Shoot set Sunday YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Sportsmans Club will play host to a 3D shoot on
Three generations take classes from Citizens Police Academy
Members of the family took the citizens class at various times. YOUNGSTOWN — Community
RTI expects flat sales; stock price drops 12 percent
Revised sales and earnings forecasts sends RTI’s stock into a spin. PITTSBURGH — RTI
VA wants to ensure vets know about benefits
For five years after their discharge, combat veterans have special access to VA health care.
National City defends plan for capital infusion
Shareholders are frustrated that National City’s stock has lost 80 percent of its value. CLEVELAND
Lowellville subdues Blue Devils
The key to the Rockets’ win was a six-run second inning aided by five errors. STRUTHERS —
A little of this, a few bits of that, and voila: Salad
One way to transition into lighter meals is with salads that take advantage of leftovers. Take a
Cuccia-Diamond wedding plans are announced
X NORTH LIMA — Announced by Frank and Rosemary Cuccia of North Lima is the engagement of their
Bases-loaded hit in 11th lifts Mets past Bucs
David Wright connected over a drawn-in outfield for a 5-4 win. NEW YORK (AP) — David Wright hit a
Cavaliers poised for kill shot
Cleveland can again end Washington’s season with a Game 5 triumph tonight. INDEPENDENCE (AP) —
“Secrets of the Dead: Escape From Auschwitz” (8 p.m., PBS): A little-known story about
“Secrets of the Dead: Escape From Auschwitz” (8 p.m., PBS): A little-known story about the notorious
Afghan security chiefs knew of plot to kill Karzai
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan’s three top security chiefs managed to hold onto their jobs
Vindy.com News Podcast for April 30, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, April 30, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
FDA needs to step it up
FDA needs to step it up Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Two statistics should concern you about the
Officer honored
Officer honored kPatrolman Rick Baldwin, above, is the only police officer in Ohio to receive a
Dutrow confident Big Brown ready for a big Derby
One of the nation’s top horse trainers has the Kentucky Derby favorite. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) —
In politics, the little things do count
Opinion: There are some inescapable axioms in presidential politics. Americans seldom choose a candidate
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—French Star (Whitney)7.804.403.40 Khair (Perez)4.004.00
When it’s crunch time, she loves her salads
Let’s get one thing clear. I am not one of those salad girls. You know that girl. The one who
Calderon: Mexico appreciates you
Opinion: DALLAS — Mexican President Felipe Calderon was sitting on the dais at a Dallas hotel last week,
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning Soil Water Conservation District board, 6:30 p.m., 850 Industrial
Soldiers’ families also serving
Opinion: Jennie Angell got one of those calls that start out as a blessing, then turn into a nightmare. Her
Hendrix sex tape?
Hendrix sex tape? LOS ANGELES — Vivid Entertainment is releasing a sex tape reportedly starring
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND April 24 Drugs: A 20-
Jackson-Milton, Southern unite for 36 strikeouts
McDonald blanked Leetonia while Boardman bounced Perry, 10-1. NORTH JACKSON — Opposing pitchers
Wright an issue in the election
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Because John McCain and other legislators worry that they are easily corrupted, there
Thunder hurting; receivers being sought
One player — DeMarcus Mathes — left the team to pursue a fulltime job. YOUNGSTOWN — For
Leftovers are really precooked convenience foods
Dear Readers: Do you wind up with several containers of leftover vegetables at the end of the week?
Cynthia Kruzel to be bride of Michael O’Keefe
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Cynthia A. Kruzel of Youngstown, a daughter of Robert Kruzel of
Man charged with stealing aluminum
YOUNGSTOWN — A 35-year-old Youngstown man was to be arraigned today in municipal court on a
Polygamist teenager gives birth
SAN MARCOS, Texas (AP) — One of the hundreds of young polygamist-sect members taken into state
Today is Wednesday, April 30, the 121st day of 2008. There are 245 days left in the year. On this
Today is Wednesday, April 30, the 121st day of 2008. There are 245 days left in the year. On this
Mooney coach steps down
Mooney coach steps down Citing a desire to spend more time with his family, Steve Leslie has
MLB ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 6, Yankees 4 NEW YORK — Gary Sheffield and Curtis Granderson homered in
Obama disavows his former pastor
WASHINGTON — Barack Obama essentially severed his friendship with his former pastor Tuesday, calling
BASEBALL LINESCORES TUESDAY Girard 9, Campbell 5
BASEBALL LINESCORES TUESDAY Girard 9, Campbell 5 Campbell0400010—584 Girard060111x—9103 Niko
Pens’ Malkin throttles Rangers for 3-0 series lead
The MVP candidate scored twice and assisted on another goal in a 5-3 victory. NEW YORK (AP) —
Iranian general pulls strings in Iraq
BAGHDAD, Iraq — One of the most powerful men in Iraq isn’t an Iraqi government official, a militia
What are you putting on that?
Since I started slimming down salad dressings, lots of readers have written to me about their
Israeli general warns of possible attack
Israeli general warns of possible attack JERUSALEM — The commander of Israeli military
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Matthew and Jennie Weiss, Girard, boy, April 16. Todd
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