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Trains bump in Salem, cars knocked off track
SALEM — Several railroad cars were knocked off the Norfolk and Southern track at about 9:15 p.m.
McDonald school board has new member
McDONALD — Joan Bako Miles, a retired McDonald High School teacher, was appointed by the McDonald
Two vacant Youngstown house fires are arson
YOUNGSTOWN — Arson is the cause of fires at two vacant houses Tuesday, one on Steel Street and the
Liberty committee seeks greener alternatives
LIBERTY — One township official is hoping Liberty can become a little more “green” and encourage
More details on cop crash released
The Ohio State Highway Patrol released a partial report of the fatal crash on Monday and a supplement on Wednesday.
July 23 hearing set on demoted Girard chief’s appeal
GIRARD — Members of the city’s Civil Service Commission have set a date for a hearing on an appeal
Woman stunned in Warren last year charged with Austintown assault
AUSTINTOWN — The Howland woman who made national headlines when she was Tasered by a Warren police
YMCA Tour de Spin event begins Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN — The 2008 Tour de Spin begins Thursday and will run until July 27. The kick-off spin
Girard resident fed up with theft, vandalism in his neighborhood
GIRARD — Theft and general vandalism in the city has one resident upset and asking for the uniting
Cobalt ranks high, says Cars.com survey
The Chevrolet Cobalt is ranked No. 2 on a list of top American-made vehicles. Cars.com ranks
Bond set at $1.5M for Youngstown man charged with murder
YOUNGSTOWN — The man accused in the shooting death of 22-year-old Lawrence E. Anderson II was
Reed goes on trial Monday for slaying of Army private
YOUNGSTOWN — Jury selection is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday before Judge R. Scott
Sewer work slated for Tippecanoe Road, use caution and be patient
BOARDMAN — Today, sewer work will occur across Tippecanoe Road at the intersection with Lockwood
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout events planned
THURSDAY XPoland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, will have takeout dinners
Victory is sweet in 2nd week
Ciao da Italia! The first half-week ended with a bang: a last-second victory with Mt. Etna, which
Nike’s ‘You throw, we outfit’ arrangement aids Blewitt
Second Sole’s Steve Hixson of Boardman is a big supporter of the shot put hopeful. BOARDMAN —
Pirates waste leads, still win
Jack Wilson’s tie-breaking triple in the 11th inning set up a 6-5 win over the Reds. CINCINNATI
White Sox tee off on Borowski; Tribe 3-2 loser
Cleveland fell 111‚Ñ2 games behind first-place Chicago. CHICAGO (AP) — Alexei Ramirez tied it with
Skipper not broken up over bat issue
MLB commissioner Bud Selig may recommend a ban on maple bats. NILES — More than a half-dozen
Finally no rain, Scrappers win, 6-1
Russell Young pitched one-hit ball and struck out eight for five innings . NILES — A night
Cobalt keeps No. 1 rank in sales
Despite declining sales at GM, the Cobalt posted a 22 percent increase in June. The high price
Pavlik reports threat from man accused in beating
The world champion boxer said he filed the police report out of concern for his family. BOARDMAN
7 face charges in beating of man
They are charged with kidnapping, felonious assault and aggravated burglary. CAMPBELL — Six
Underwood concert boosts Chevy Centre’s bottom line
The arena’s summer schedule is light. YOUNGSTOWN — When the books close on the Chevrolet
Suspect in baby killing to remain jailed
The prosecution’s ‘new evidence’ is inadmissible hearsay, the defense says. YOUNGSTOWN — Judge
Students welcome lower rates on loans
YSU students borrowed more than $53 million in Stafford loans last year. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Trustees seek action on noisy truck brakes
EAST PALESTINE — Unity Township trustees said they intend to ask the Ohio Department of
John McCain campaigned on law and order issues in Indiana.
John McCain campaigned on law and order issues in Indiana. ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Stepping into
Vindy.com News Podcast for July 2, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, July 2, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Victims of flooding in for a rude awakening
Opinion: The tragic flooding in the Midwest is the latest episode in an endless cycle of American life:
MLB ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 3, Red Sox 1 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Matt Garza pitched seven strong innings
Girard needs a break from police chief controversies
Editorial: After the seemingly unending upheaval surrounding the tenure of Girard Police Chief Anthony “Buster”
Manufacturers struggle with costs
Some manufacturers can’t pass long their higher costs, so they trim expenses. NEW YORK (AP) — Each
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Daniel and Karlene Penick, Youngstown, twin boys, June
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Crowd Signal (Dussette)4.603.002.60 Sampson’s Sword
History, power serve make Venus favorite
The American has a 55-7 record at Wimbledon and won impressively Tuesday. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)
McCain begins trip to Latin America
CARTAGENA, Colombia — John McCain’s trip here Tuesday was part of an unusual three-day presidential
Taliban, al-Qaida building in Peshawar
Opinion: WASHINGTON — It was supposed to be Iraq that was threatened. For at least the last five years, it
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT • Chase Bank, Charter One Bank, Cortland Banks, Farmer’s National Bank, First
CHEVROLET CENTRE |Events
CHEVROLET CENTRE |Events Below is a comparison of events at the Chevrolet Centre from April to
Midsummer vows set for Miss Adams and Mr. Gordon
X The parents of Kylene Elizabeth Adams and Mike Gordon Jr. announce their children’s engagement and
Steve & Barry’s gets help from bankruptcy firm
The retailer’s low prices haven’t protected it from a slow economy. NEW YORK (AP) — A bankruptcy
ON THE GRASS Wimbledon on Tuesday
Attendance: 39,262. Last year: 32,022. Weather: Sunny. High of 93 degrees. Women’s
Guards investigated in death of jail inmate
The man was being held separately from other inmates. UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (AP) — A man arrested in
ESPY AWARDS Get out the vote
Hey Youngstown, it’s time to show your support. Kelly Pavlik is among the finalists for “Fighter of
Gas prices burden families, Obama says at food pantry
Last week, McCain held events in Cincinnati and Youngstown. COLUMBUS (AP) — Visiting an eastern
LeBron gives kids a green game plan
James and Nickelodeon are teaming up in the campaign. AKRON (AP) — LeBron James has a new teammate
‘Barry’ must be honest about feelings for ex
Dear Annie: I am seeing a man who went through a traumatic divorce a couple of years ago. “Barry’s”
Officials: Hezbollah trained Shiite militiamen in Iraq
The allegations point to Iran waging a proxy war against the United States. BAGHDAD (AP) —
Contract awarded for sewer project on Boardman street
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County commissioners have awarded a $109,699 contract to Foust Construction of
Indians blow another one
Indians blow another one Cleveland’s Joe Borowski blew another save opportunity Tuesday night, as
u.s. army field band
u.s. army field band Musical ambassadors The band was founded in 1946 and since then has:
Even a priest is not above suspicion
Opinion: SEDGWICK, Maine — We’ve all heard the airport warnings not to leave our bags unattended or accept
Next president will leave mark on courts
Opinion: Recent landmark court decisions are reminders that elections are not just about putting candidates
Stay cool with this patriotic dessert
So you want something holiday-themed for dessert? Check out this recipe using frozen yogurt from
Chicken salad doesn’t have to be a diet buster
When Cheryl Smith wanted to serve chicken salad at her parents’ 85th birthday party, she called me
Breach of Citibank ATMs reveals PIN security hole
Hackers are targeting the ATM system’s infrastructure. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Hackers broke into
A persistent scourge
Opinion: Washington Post: A survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of HIV-AIDS
Lost Beatles interview to air on BBC radio
Lost Beatles interview to air on BBC radio LONDON — The British Broadcasting Corp. will air a
Hollywood producers make last offer to actors
The contract was to expire Tuesday. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood producers said they made a final
“The challenges we face today, from putting people back to work to improving our schools, from
Opinion: “The challenges we face today, from putting people back to work to improving our schools, from
$2.1M bid for his lunch for charity wows Buffett
A Hong Kong investor bid $2.1 million to have lunch with Warren Buffett. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A
Regional Business Digest
REGION Conservation group to buy land near Blossom CLEVELAND — A land conservation group says it
Suit challenges sex offender law
The obscenity provision is a major flaw, the attorney said. CINCINNATI (AP) — Any store clerk who
Fabulous no-mix cake recipe is worth repeating for readers
Dear Heloise: Your recipe for no-mix cherry pineapple nut cake is known to me as “dump cake,”
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Weathersfield Township trustees special meeting, 3 p.m., at the township
Study: Workers aren’t saving enough for proper retirement
The study raises the amount that workers should be saving for retirement. NEW YORK (AP) — Fewer
Both vulnerable. West deals.
Both vulnerable. West deals. NORTH x10 8 5 uA 6 3 2 vK 10 wJ 5 3 2 WEST EAST x7 6 3 2
“Clean House” (9 p.m., The Style Network): A very dirty house gets a cleanup.
“Clean House” (9 p.m., The Style Network): A very dirty house gets a cleanup. “Pussycat Dolls
Huntington to close two branches, open one
Huntington Bank plans to change its presence in the area. The branches at 829 Sharon-New Castle
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William F. Norton, 40, of 1388 E. South Range Road, North
To Pavlik, Abraham not great
Kelly Pavlik would like to fight Arthur Abraham to try to unify the middleweight belts. Arthur
New York-Penn League
New York-Penn League McNamara Division WLPct.GB Hudson Valley (Rays)96.600— Staten Island
History group reassembles 1914 engine
The Tod Engine Foundation on Tuesday finished the reassembly of its 1914 William Tod Co. rolling-
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Texas 2, N.Y. Yankees 1 Kansas City 6, Baltimore 5, 11 innings
TURNING POINT Fast facts
Turning Point Counseling Services, 611 Belmont Ave., opened its doors as Parkview Counseling Center
Group sues over heat effect on gasoline
The situation costs consumers between $40 and $100 extra each year. LAS VEGAS — A gallon of
Warrant issued in killing
Warrant issued in killing YOUNGSTOWN — A murder warrant was issued Tuesday for the man detectives
Rondinelli seeded No. 1 for playoffs; first round ready
R & J Trucking plays Simon Roofing in one first-round series, while Astros and Sugar play Livi in
More records fall at Olympic swim trials
Natalie Coughlin and Aaron Peirsol broke 100-meter backstroke marks Tuesday. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) —
Stepfather of missing girl faces federal charge
Stepfather of missing girl faces federal charge BETHEL, Vt. — The former stepfather of a missing
U.S. Army Field Band to play in Boardman
The band keeps patriotism alive, the tour coordinator said. BOARDMAN — Fireworks won’t be the
Olympians’ Team Darfur wants violence to stop during Games
The world is being urged to persuade Sudan to observe a truce. WASHINGTON (AP) — There was no
Letter writer boasts of killing pregnant soldier
A ‘person of interest’ has been identified in the case, authorities said. FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (AP)
AT A GLANCE
AT A GLANCE A lot of people eat Spam. In fact, Hormel Foods, the company that makes Spam, figures
Turning Point Counseling breaks ground
The unit provides counseling and crisis intervention for mentally ill patients. YOUNGSTOWN —
All-American treat makes a comeback
MODESTO, Calif. — It’s hip to be square. Spam, that fabulous find of the ’30s and ’40s, is
Northern Ohio PGA Junior
Northern Ohio PGA Junior NOVAK @ BIG MET Course: Big Met Golf Course(Fairview Park, OH) Par
FOURTH OF JULY | Activities
Here are Fourth of July events as submitted to The Vindicator by event organizers: MAHONING COUNTY
GAME TIME
Who: Scrappers at Staten Island When: Today, 7 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Up next: After three
League of Women Voters violated election law, Lawrence board says
The Lawrence County League of Women Voters is being fined $2,250. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The
High gas prices change views
WASHINGTON (AP) — A new poll shows high gasoline prices have dramatically changed Americans’ views
Get outside and celebrate the Fourth WITH FOOD
Family picnics are still in vogue Mill Creek Park, the perfect place for an outing. Add a
Court upholds death sentence in ’88 murder
The death row inmate’s psychologist says he’s not mentally retarded. WARREN — The 11th District
Smoky haze hampers breathing
The governor sent 200 National Guard troops to work on the fire lines. FRESNO, Calif. (AP) —
Housing agreement possible, Bush says
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — President Bush expressed confidence Tuesday he will reach a deal with
2 vehicles follow police car after arrest
YOUNGSTOWN — A high-speed chase across the city’s South Side on Tuesday morning happened in reverse
Today is Wednesday, July 2, the 184th day of 2008. There are 182 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, July 2, the 184th day of 2008. There are 182 days left in the year. On this date
Florida executes child rapist
A moratorium had been in place since a botched execution in 2006. STARKE, Fla. (AP) — Florida on
SCRAPPERS ROUNDUP News and notes
No rain: Tuesday night marked the ninth home game this season for the Scrappers, but it was the
Amish woman dies of burns from blast
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — An Amish woman who was severely burned in an explosion June 14 died Sunday at
Austintown church to host grocery program
AUSTINTOWN — Crossroads Church, 554 S. Meridian Road, will be a host site for a program to help
WOMEN’S SHOT PUT RANKINGS
How the competitors at the women’s shot put rank heading into Thursday’s event at the U.S. Olympic
A BLAST OF A BENEFIT
Boardman native Bo Pelini gives lift to Boardman Community Baseball for the Caraballo family. a
Sex offender law What’s at issue
The law: Ohio’s new sex offender law, which took effect in January, increases the length of time
Big, bold glasses are to see and be seen
Associated Press SPECTACULAR: Raquel Watters models some of her eyeglasses in her Miami salon. Her
6 face federal narcotics charges
The ringleaders are awaiting sentencing. YOUNGSTOWN — A federal grand jury in Cleveland has
Police suspect pair charged in theft were involved in Girard robbery
The pair will have a hearing Aug. 14. YOUNGSTOWN — A man and woman charged with theft at the
Focus on tips How to wear bold glasses
If you want to wear one of the new bold pairs of eyeglasses, don’t be afraid. It seems a little