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Pirates blow two late leads, beat Reds 6-5 in 11
CINCINNATI — The Pittsburgh Pirates blew two more late leads Tuesday night, but Jack Wilson —
Ramirez homer, Cabrera single rally White Sox
CHICAGO — Alexei Ramirez tied it with a two-out homer and Orlando Cabrera won it with an RBI single,
Pirates, Reds tied at 3-3
CINCINNATI — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds are tied 3-3 after 9 innings.
Scrappers finish homestand with 6-1 win
NILES — Russell Young pitched five strong innings and the Mahoning Valley Scrappers broke the game
Pavlik goes to police about alleged threats
BOARDMAN — Fearing for the safety of his fiance and daughter, Kelly Pavlik told police Monday about
Amish woman burned June 14 dies in hospital
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — An Amish woman who was severely burned in an explosion June 14 died Sunday at
Girard police find marijuana plants
GIRARD — City police confiscated two marijuana plants growing in two separate backyards on the same
Huntington Bank making branch changes
Huntington Bank has confirmed plans to change its presence in the area. The branches at 829
Local people indicted on federal narcotics charges
YOUNGSTOWN — A federal grand jury in Cleveland has returned an indictment that charges six men and
Murder warrant issued in Anderson death
YOUNGSTOWN — A murder warrant was issued Tuesday for the man detectives believe shot 22-year-old
Zero tolerance blitz planned for Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Operating Vehicle Impaired Task Force will be conduct a zero-
One day delay in Girard trash pickup
GIRARD — City officials have announced a one-day delay in trash pickup this week due to the
Chevy Centre has good quarter, officials say
YOUNGSTOWN —When the books are officially closed on the Chevrolet Centre’s April-to-June financial
Cobalt posts strong numbers for June
The Chevrolet Cobalt posted another strong month in June. General Motors said today that it sold
Man and woman arrested in Youngstown may be involved in Trumbull robbery
YOUNGSTOWN — A man and woman charged with a theft at the Sparkle Market on Mahoning Avenue match the
Beatitude House gets $10K from Home Savings Charitable Foundations
WARREN — Home Savings Charitable Foundations has pledged $10,000 in addition to the $20,000 it
City police investigating possible firebombs on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Possibly two firebombs broke the front porch window of 537 Carroll St. on the South
Turning Point adds unit for management of mentally ill patients
YOUNGSTOWN — Turning Point Counseling Services, a private nonprofit agency that provides mental
New Lisbon Masons install officers
NEW LISBON — New Lisbon Chapter of York Rite Masonry installed officers during a meeting on June 24
Road work affects open house events
PETERSBURG — Due to road construction in the Petersburg area, the Springfield Township Historical
Hubbard pool will offer free swimming day
HUBBARD — The Hubbard Community Pool, 250 Hall Ave., is having its fourth annual Summer Sizzler from
First Book program plans inaugural golf outing
First Book program plans inaugural golf outing COITSVILLE — First Book-Mahoning Valley will host
REUNIONS | Former classmates, families plan get-togethers
X A Bauman family reunion has been planned for July 12 at the Brookfield home of Joanne L. Lewis.
Wharmby wins; Livi clinches playoff spot
STRUTHERS — Wharmby Sports scored four times in the top of the seventh inning to defeat Action
Thunder hoping to ride defense
After the Thunder defense delivered a win, the team is hungry for more of the same. YOUNGSTOWN
Chisenhall stars at plate, but Scrappers fall in 11th
New york-penn league The Indians’ much-studied, first-round draft pick went 3-for-5 in the
Report: Cop under influence
‘On-call’ status requires officers to be fit for duty. YOUNGSTOWN — Detective Sgt. Robert
At Riverside Gardens, art imitates nature
The works will be used in research at the Hunt Institute. YOUNGSTOWN — Seventy-one pieces of
Barry Steffey Jr. has been involved in baseball for most of his life. From his time in the Howland
Barry Steffey Jr. has been involved in baseball for most of his life. From his time in the Howland
Window work moves forward downtown
The initial work is being done so East Federal Street can reopen. YOUNGSTOWN — After a bit of
Lawyer: I informed ex-trustee of violation
Moracco helped create the job. CANFIELD — A former township trustee can’t serve in a position
‘Name on front of jersey more important than one on back’
NILES – Baseball is often referred to as America’s pastime. Thoughts of the game remind some fans of
Trumbull Co. poverty rises as aid dwindles
Public assistance to those living in the suburbs is increasing dramatically. WARREN — The head
School changes principal system
Several residents and school employees voiced concerns about the changes. CANFIELD — Members
NEOUCOM dean and president will leave posts
Dr. Nora suggests her job be split into two separate positions. ROOTSTOWN — Dr. Lois Margaret
Suspected meth lab discovered
BOARDMAN — Police discovered a suspected methamphetamine lab in the garage of a Mathews Road house.
School board, union agree to extend pact
The superintendent considers moving football to Saturdays this fall. VIENNA — Mathews Board
Long-ball Swisher powers White Sox past Tribe, 9-7
Swisher hit two homers, including a grand slam, while Jim Thome also connected to doom Cleveland.
Ridge board hires 6 new teachers
MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield school board hired six teachers to replace eight who retired at the
Woman pleads guilty to theft of $100,000
WARREN — A Girard woman has pleaded guilty to stealing $100,000 from two Trumbull County companies.
Decomposed body is that of missing man
Decomposed body is that of missing man YOUNGSTOWN — The decomposed body of a man reported missing
Scrappers notebook \ From Eastwood Field
Feeding frenzy: Monday was the first night for the Scrappers’ “All you can eat” promotion, which
Burger King aims to woo moms with meals for kids
NEW YORK (AP) — After watching its bigger rival McDonald’s Corp. try to woo mom, Burger King Corp.
Chris Kattan marries
Chris Kattan marries NEW YORK — Chris Kattan, a former cast member of NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,”
Fellows Riverside Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens By the numbers Annually, the gardens have: 100 weddings on site.
Wachovia revamps mortgage payment plan
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Beleaguered consumer bank Wachovia Corp. said Monday it will quit offering a
Nadal feels snap, then crackle, but no pop behind knee
The Spaniard is scheduled to face Andy Murray of Scotland in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.
WHAT’S LEGAL
WHAT’S LEGAL Here’s what Ohio residents can buy and use in the state, except where banned by local
Two good legs could mean headaches for others
Tiger Woods said his rebuilt left knee should translate in relief from soreness that he’s had for
New AG calculates her moves
Rogers said she will hire a labor law firm to mediate a settlement in two sexual harassment cases.
Landis’ appeal of fortune rejected
In the end, the Court of Arbitration saved its harshest criticism for the cyclist from Murrieta,
Sibling vs. sibling final is more and more likely
The Venus sisters were winners and so were Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. WIMBLEDON, England
WIMBLEDON ROUNDUP News and notes
Ivanovic preserves ranking: The wave of upsets means new No. 1 Ana Ivanovic will remain atop the
AP-Yahoo News poll: 9 in 10 are hit hard by soaring gas prices
WASHINGTON (AP) — Four-dollar-a-gallon gasoline has stolen a beach vacation in South Carolina from
ON AREA DIAMONDS \ Youth baseball & softball
BASEBALL BABE RUTH (14-15s) Astro Falcons 12, Mahoning Valley Panthers 5 — Mike Thorpe pitched a
A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week:
A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime: Alexander
For target audience, ‘Kit Kittredge’ works
The movie’s young star does a good job of anchoring the film. Sweet, old-fashioned and
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Patrick and Gina Fecko, New Middletown, boy, June 29.
Today is Tuesday, July 1, the 183rd day of 2008. There are 183 days left in the year. This is Canada
Today is Tuesday, July 1, the 183rd day of 2008. There are 183 days left in the year. This is Canada
Deaths up in Afghanistan
Deaths up in Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan — Militants killed more U.S. and NATO troops in
Vindy.com News Podcast for July 1, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, July 1, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Gotta Husle shows its versatility, swag
The group was nominated for an Ohio Hip Hop Award last year. In the world of Youngstown-based
Guns for safety? Not on your life
Opinion: The Supreme Court has spoken: Thanks to the court’s blockbuster 5 to 4 decision Thursday,
Slow and quiet diplomacy isn’t exactly our style
Editorial: Slow and quiet diplomacy isn’t exactly our style Americans are an impatient people and it was that
Dairy trade groups sue over milk labeling rule
COLUMBUS (AP) — Two dairy industry trade groups filed lawsuits Monday over a new state rule that
A sweet deal — for some
A sweet deal — for some Scripps Howard News Service: With as much fanfare and publicity as
A warm and fuzzy great-grandpa he’s not
Dear Annie: A few months ago, our 31-year-old son married a 27-year-old woman with two young
N. Korea deal was a long time coming
Opinion: Dick Cheney was angry. He was answering questions at a meeting of foreign policy experts in
McCain mulls running as a one-termer
Opinion: WASHINGTON — How bad is it for John McCain? Some supporters keep suggesting he would have a better
TRUMBULL COUNTY \Public assistance
Total food stamps issued: 2002: $14.5 million 2006: $21 million 2007: $21.9 million Car
Bumpy road ahead for automakers
Auto executives recount sales drops that led to production cuts. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — Every
It’s a case of conservative activism
Opinion: The Supreme Court’s invalidation of the District of Columbia’s handgun ban powerfully shows that the
FORUM HEALTH
FORUM HEALTH Downsizing The major Forum Health entities that remain include Northside Medical
Bench warrant issued for no-show defendant
The appellate court ruled the trial judge erred in dismissing the case. YOUNGSTOWN — Kenneth
Controlling health care costs must be a priority
Opinion: During the recent U.S. presidential primary campaign, the candidates talked frequently about
HAIRY SITUATION
Valley salons are feeling the economic crunch Customers are changing their spending habits at hair
Wariner tops Merritt in 400 semifinals to set up rematch in finals
The defending Olympic champion won by .08 seconds at the U.S. Olympic trials. EUGENE, Ore. (AP) —
5 more to be arraigned in beating
CAMPBELL — Five more men were expected to be arraigned today in municipal court on charges of
Panel vacates guilty plea to 13th DUI
The indictment was flawed and the judge erred, an appeals panel said. YOUNGSTOWN — A three-
Sowell sees nothing but prosperity and progress
Opinion: Sowell sees nothing but prosperity and progress EDITOR: It was with much interest that I read
Bidding begins for oil fields
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Iraq opened international bidding for eight enormous oil and gas fields Monday,
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Fairfield Township trustees, 7 p.m., at the government center. Coitsville
“It is an exercise in self-delusion.”
Opinion: “It is an exercise in self-delusion.” Morgan Tsvangirai Zimbabwe opposition leader, on
High Court ruling doesn’t end fight
Opinion: The Supreme Court’s decision in the District of Columbia v. Heller case settles a long, heated
Medical aircraft accidents worry federal safety experts
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Accidents of medical aircraft are at a “disturbing” level, a federal safety
Stocks close mixed as oil pulls off fresh high
The Dow is down nearly 20 percent from its record high in October. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street
Of gun deaths, half areSFlbsuicides
ATLANTA (AP) — The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on gun ownership last week focused on citizens’
She adds security to fax by subtracting numbers
Dear Heloise: I saw in a recent column in The (Spokane, Wash.) Spokesman-Review about someone
Chrysler to close 1 plant, cut production at 2nd
Chrysler said it no longer needs two plants producing minivans. DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler LLC said
Man charged with cop assault
AUSTINTOWN — Police arrested a 25-year-old man during a traffic stop after he wrestled with a police
Teen girl, family sue school over rapes
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A 15-year-old girl and her family are accusing the Upper St. Clair School District
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“The Secret Life of the American Teenager” (8 p.m., ABC Family): One-time teen sensation Molly
Global lifestyle suits busy fashion designer
Associated Press WORLDWIDE: The globe of the world is an appropriate backdrop for fashion designer
Both vulnerable. West deals.
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if you go
if you go What: Gotta Husle CD release show When: 9 tonight Where: Club Duka’s, 21 Hylda Ave.,
Professionals can dress for heat, but keep neat
General guidelines will help you keep your cool when your workplace is hot. NEW YORK — Fashion
Some animals may need a low-dose tranquilizer or simply to be kept in a quiet, indoor environment.
Some animals may need a low-dose tranquilizer or simply to be kept in a quiet, indoor environment.
Saudi accused in USS Cole bombing
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon said Monday it is charging a Saudi Arabian with “organizing and
Business news digest
NATION Court ruling ensures assets for Delphi retirees TROY, Mich. — The federal government has
Katie Hoff locks up spot in 400 free; Phelps sets up showdown vs. Lochte
Records fell Monday, but Brendan Hansen had a big letdown in the 100 breaststroke. OMAHA, Neb.
Team USA may hold key to gold
This year’s team is trying to do something to elevate the perception people have of USA basketball.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard J. Lawton Jr., 41, Taylors, S.C., and Lisa P. Balogh,
Griffey’s 603rd HR lifts Reds past Bucs
Ken Griffey Jr.’s two-run homer in the last of the ninth inning delivered Cincinnati a 4-3 win.
MLB ROUNDUP Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 5, Red Sox 4 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — James Shields scattered five hits over
Experts: Used safely, fireworks are a real blast
Pyrotechnics pose questions about the law and safety. Mahoning Valley police and fire
ON THE GRASS Wimbledon on Monday
Attendance: 40,952. Last year: 36,309. Weather: Partly cloudy. High of 74. Men’s seeded winners:
Pa. company acquires Forum Health at Home
Employees have the same jobs and rates of pay, and clients the same services. YOUNGSTOWN —
Spanish ‘campeones’ have much to celebrate; the lid is popped off of Madrid
After late-night celebrations, a 40-year-old man wearing a red Spain jersey was found dead,
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