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Scrappers fall 10-1 at Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Daniel Brewer and Mitch Abeita had two hits and three RBIs apiece, leading the
Indictment comes in Trumbull County murder
WARREN — A 26-year-old Burghill man has been indicted by the Trumbull County grand jury on charges
Warren gets tough on illegal fireworks
WARREN — The city has a plan in place to reduce the illegal use of fireworks during the Fourth of
Civil lawsuits filed in Campbell beating case
CAMPBELL — Civil lawsuits were filed Thursday against five of the seven men charged in the June 24
Rain on the 4th could pass quickly
YOUNGSTOWN —Rain or thunderstorms may put a damper on your Fourth of July weekend barbecue, parade
Youngstown Fourth of July parade canceled
YOUNGSTOWN — A Fourth of July parade planned for noon Friday for downtown has been canceled.
Cortland fireworks show moved to behind Lakeview High School
CORTLAND — The location of the fireworks display originally scheduled for 10 p.m. Friday at the
YSU autisim program recommended for $100K in fed money
YOUNGSTOWN — The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee recommended $100,000 go to Youngstown State
Liberty police investigating suspected marijuana plants at home
LIBERTY — Township police are questioning the residents of a home on Montrose Avenue after finding
Chance of rain for your Fourth of July activities
YOUNGSTOWN —Rain or thunderstorms may put a damper on your Fourth of July weekend barbecue, parade
Hubbard Road boy bitten by stray dogs
YOUNGSTOWN — A deputy dog warden was on the East Side today checking out a report that an 11-year-
Greater Youngstown Point sponsoring trip to Niagra Falls casino
YOUNGSTOWN — The Greater Youngstown Point Inc. is sponsoring an all-day bus trip July 12 to Seneca
VIDEO: Bertram and Doc Political Talk - McCain Visit
VIDEO: Bertram and Doc Political Talk - McCain Visit
Woman reports public indecency in Boardman
BOARDMAN — A 21-year-old woman working at a lottery drive-through told police that a customer
Salem traffic slowed today after train collision Wednesday night
SALEM – Traffic was slowed nearly to a stop in Salem after two Norfolk-Southern trains collided
Single-car crash claims life in Columbiana Co.
COLUMBIANA — A one-car crash Wednesday night on state Route 7 claimed the life of the driver, police
City firefighters fight blazes on South, East sides Wednesday
YOUNGSTOWN — Fires at a vacant office building on the South Side and vacant house on the East Side
Bird walk set at Mount Union College on Sunday
ALLIANCE — The John T. Huston-Dr. John D. Brumbaugh Nature Center of Mount Union College is
Nature Lovers schedules standard flower show
YOUNGSTOWN — The public is invited to a standard flower show at Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123
Education camp open to special-needs children
BOARDMAN — Miracles Unlimited Inc. will host its fifth conductive education summer camp for children
School supply drive scheduled by church
School supply drive scheduled by church NORTH JACKSON — North Jackson First Federated Church is
Out-of-town births announced
XMichael and Staci (Bishop) Szugye of Macedonia are announcing the birth of a daughter, Melanie
PICTURE PERFECT: Dickson, a professional home stager, selects the appropriate picture for the dining
PICTURE PERFECT: Dickson, a professional home stager, selects the appropriate picture for the dining
Party-goers will have a chance to learn how to crawl during the Downtown Dash and fireworks show.
Party-goers will have a chance to learn how to crawl during the Downtown Dash and fireworks show.
President Mugabe fiddles while his country burns
Editorial: It is clear that Robert Mugabe, the corrupt leader of the central African nation of Zimbabwe,
For high-energy comic, a double life’s just fine
Cal Verduchi says he’s found his niche with imitating celebrities. Stand-up comedian Cal
Vote for Kelly
Vote for Kelly Hey Youngstown, help Kelly Pavlik win an ESPY for “Fighter of the Year” by logging
A confident Federer beats down Ancic
No. 2-seeded Rafael Nadal dashed the hopes of Andy Murray in three sets. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) —
Economy, wildfires, shortages reducing bang of fireworks
Some cities can’t afford the big fireworks shows. Those seeking the oohs and aahs of traditional
Demolition work begins at site of business college
Actual construction on the 106,000-square-foot structure won’t begin until next year.
MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 7, Red Sox 6 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Evan Longoria went 3-for-4 and drove in
With Tiger out, others roaring
There is big money to be made by other golfers who have been left out of the purses. BETHESDA,
“Fear Itself” (10 p.m., NBC): The summer anthology series “Fear Itself”
“Fear Itself” (10 p.m., NBC): The summer anthology series “Fear Itself” continues with another scary
Gummed-up clothes dryer can be salvaged
Dear Heloise: Help! Chewing gum melted all over the inside of my clothes dryer. What can I do to get
Rising costs & empty seats
The view from section 219, row 14 in the Metrodome wasn’t bad, though being in the middle of a long
As economy sours, coupon clipping makes comeback
perless digital coupons that can be accessed from cell phones and store loyalty cards, and an
Taxing sales on Internet justified in bad economy
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Can our state and local governments afford to subsidize businesses that conduct their
Critics of Iraq war were right, Army says
Opinion: In its five years, the war in Iraq has revealed a remarkable contrast. On the one hand, there’s the
Collision course?
If they make it out of the semifinals, it will be Williams vs. Williams in the final WIMBLEDON,
Liberty explores ‘green’ moves
The committee is looking at money- and energy-saving methods for the future. LIBERTY — One
Palestinian kills 3 in rampage
JERUSALEM (AP) — The yellow construction vehicle rumbled down Jerusalem’s central thoroughfare,
Libertarian hopeful gets support from Paul allies
Many who supported Ron Paul during the primary season say Bob Barr is the next best thing.
SSRqHounds’ Kaminski will coach RiverKings
Kevin Kaminski left the Youngstown SteelHounds after coaching the team to two playoff berths.
National Business Digest
NATION Kroger expands recall on beef linked to E. coli cases CINCINNATI — The Kroger Co.
SSLqRock Band 2’ to include new online modes, songs
The new version has retroactive compatibility. LOS ANGELES — “Rock Band” is ready for an
MADE IN AMERICA
MADE IN AMERICA Top 10 Top American-made vehicles: 1. Ford F-150, Claycomo, Mo., and Dearborn,
Mahoning County Courts
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert J. Crosby, 20, of 6381 S. Raccoon Road, Canfield, and
Canfield waits for job flak to abate
One trustee maintains Moracco was the best applicant for the new post. CANFIELD — Township
Pa. House passes bill on autism insurance
Pennsylvania officials have estimated that more than 21,000 children have autism. HARRISBURG (AP)
Xavier Nady’s two homers power Pirates to 9-5 triumph over Reds
Pittsburgh won back-to-back road games for only the second time this season. CINCINNATI (AP) —
Scrappers homered by Yankees in ninth
Mike Lyon’s solo home run with two outs gave Staten Island a 5-4 win. STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The
McDonald board appoints former teacher
McDONALD — Joan Bako Miles, a retired McDonald High School teacher, was appointed by the village
Today is Thursday, July 3, the 185th day of 2008. There are 181 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, July 3, the 185th day of 2008. There are 181 days left in the year. On this date
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: (Hed) p.e When: 7 p.m. Friday, Peabody’s DownUnder, 2083 E. 21 St., Cleveland;
Bush deserves credit for progress in Iraq
Opinion: It is a privilege to spend 90 minutes with the president of the United States. It is frustrating,
Game time
Who: Scrappers at Staten Island When: Today, 7 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Up next: After three
‘Family Guy’: a funny but oh-so-wrong view of life
If the world were a little more deranged, this is how things might be. NEW YORK — All 13-year-
U.S. Olympic basketball team is playing for all the right reasons
For coach Mike Krzyzewski and team, a gold medal would be a higher honor. DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Mike
(Hed)pe keeps plugging away
The perfect venue for the band just might be Peabody’s DownUnder in Cleveland. Cleveland still
Oil for security? Maybe not
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: Last week’s oil conference in Saudi Arabia marked a turning point in U.S.-Saudi
A major battle is brewing in the Pentagon
Opinion: A vociferous bureaucratic battle will occur across the first two years of the next administration,
X HUBBARD — Anthony and Patricia Ball, 1115 Fairchild Drive, announce the engagement of their
X HUBBARD — Anthony and Patricia Ball, 1115 Fairchild Drive, announce the engagement of their
Some have problems tolerating Ambien
Q. What do you know about the sleeping pill Ambien? A friend of mine has been taking it
Where to try out for roles
MUSICIANS Cleveland Philharmonic Orchestra. Auditions are ongoing for section strings: violin,
A sad day for Canfield
Opinion: A sad day for Canfield EDITOR: I woke up today thinking of all that has transpired: Today,
Policy change would let FBI use racial profiling
The FBI’s top mission has become protecting Americans from attacks by terrorists. WASHINGTON (AP)
August wedding for Miss Donahue and Mr. Rhodes
The engagement of Stephanie Shannon Donahue and Philip John Rhodes and plans for their August
“He was desperate and he gave up without a fight. He looks rough. He’s had a rough two
Opinion: “He was desperate and he gave up without a fight. He looks rough. He’s had a rough two days.”
Ashley Wyman, Jeramy Eckenrode plan Aug. wedding
X Ashley Wyman, of 1681 E. Middletown Road, North Lima, and Jeramy M. Eckenrode, of 9191 North Lima
Favre dismisses rumors of comeback
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Brett Favre dismissed an ESPN report that he’s considering coming out of
Chevy Cobalt ranked 2nd most-American car
GM placed four vehicles among the Top 10. The Chevrolet Cobalt is ranked No. 2 on a list of top
TRUMBULL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
TRUMBULL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Past suitors Forum Health officials say they have no plan to sell
Man draws 30 years for rape conviction
The defendant was previously convicted for his role in a gang rape. YOUNGSTOWN — A 48-year-old
More go without medical treatment
Costs are preventing both the uninsured and those with insurance from seeking care. Whether
Help sought against crime
Police say block watches can help deter some of the crime. GIRARD — Theft and general
International court orders that Congolese warlord be set free
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The International Criminal Court on Wednesday ordered the release of
Free movies outside at Chevrolet Centre
Free movies outside at Chevrolet Centre YOUNGSTOWN — A free outdoor movie series begins at 9 p.m.
Washington’s slaves to be honored
The nine slaves lived with Washington in Philadelphia while he was president. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
Probe into fatal cop crash proceeds
The officer had at least five beers and one shot, a new report shows. YOUNGSTOWN — At 3:20
Arraigned in slaying
Arraigned in slaying YOUNGSTOWN — The man accused in the shooting death of 22-year-old Lawrence E.
Denise Gorski Coach: If Blewitt ‘stays focused, I feel she’ll do very well’
EUGENE, Ore. — I arrived at the Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene on Wednesday with Adriane’s
Nominate a player for charity softball game
Nominate a player for charity softball game NILES — Do you know someone who donates their time and
Don’t flip flop; take steps to make shoes last longer
Experts describe how to give top-quality shoes special attention to make them last Have you ever
On the grass Wimbledon on Wednesday
Attendance: 35,202. Last year: 32,636. Weather: Sunny. High of 64 degrees. Men’s quarterfinals:
HOME STAGING
HOME STAGING What it does Some statistics about home buyers and what staging a home does for the
Trustees hire for work on old Fairfield school
The township can soon move forward with its plan to demolish all or a portion of the building.
FDA panel urges additional testing for diabetes drugs
Some 24 million Americans have Type 2 diabetes. WASHINGTON (AP) — Diabetes drugs should face
Should she close the book on past plagiarism?
Dear Annie: When I was in elementary school in the 1980s, there was a contest in which students were
Should TMH and Hillside be sold?
The right thing to do is sell Northside, says the man pushing to dissolve Forum Health.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD June 27 Criminal
The Sources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Officers brush up on their skills
One of the driving exercises required officers to quickly back out of a tight space. CANFIELD
15 hostages freed after Colombia tricks guerrillas
The presidential candidate was campaigning when she was captured six years ago. BOGOTA, Colombia
Record oil price fuels a Wall Street decline
The Dow is officially in a bear market. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street resumed its sell-off Wednesday
Fourth of July Fun
FOURTH OF JULY FUN Scheduled events Here’s a quick overview of free Independence Day activities
Downtown DashSFlbMove, groove and have a blast in the city
Fireworks and live music will be part of the event. 111What downtown needs to really bloom as
GM shares drop 15 percent to lowest level since 1954
GM will pay for pulling ahead sales with late-month incentives, an analyst said. NEW YORK (AP) —
What politicians do best: flip-flop — it’s a tradition
WASHINGTON — Just in time for the Fourth of July holiday weekend comes that great American
Pentagon’s inspector general resigning after one year on the job
WASHINGTON (AP)— The Pentagon’s inspector general is resigning after just over a year in the job and
Schools respond to lawsuit over alleged rapes
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Upper St. Clair School District near Pittsburgh is defending its response to
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
May sales |A down month
May sales |A down month Home sales in May with average selling price (May 2007 numbers in
Expert Tips - Saving money
Stephanie Nelson, a Marriott International sales and marketing executive, wanted to stay home with
Westminster event offers food and fun
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Jameson Health System and Westminster College, along with the Caroline Knox
SETTING STAGE FOR SALES
Prepping homes to move fast is big business Staging has become more common in the Mahoning and
Births could take a while
Births could take a while NICE, France — Angelina Jolie’s doctor at a French Riviera hospital says
Busing contract proposal nearly ready for review
Michael Murphy said the committee has been getting conflicting legal advice. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Madam Marie, fortune teller made famous by Springsteen song, dies
ASBURY PARK, N.J. (AP) — Fortune teller Madam Marie, a figure of rock ’n’ roll mythology thanks to
Bush promises to increase U.S. forces in Afghanistan
Bush promises to increase U.S. forces in Afghanistan WASHINGTON — Grappling with a record death
Five fashion must-haves will keep smart shoppers looking stylish
Want to shop smart? Consider adding these five pieces to your closet — they’ll work well now and see
RACE POLLS
Here’s what’s happening in the presidential campaigns: Barbecue guests: People would rather
Penguins give Evengi Malkin five-year extension worth $43.5 million
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin is staying in Pittsburgh for quite some time. The Penguins signed
Trial set to begin in slaying of soldier
YOUNGSTOWN — Jury selection is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday before Judge R. Scott
Rodeo shows to honor America
LISBON — Hoppel’s Rodeo plans to honor America and Independence Day in grand fashion this weekend
EDITOR’S NOTE
EDITOR’S NOTE Wednesday’s game between the Cleveland Indians and the Chicago White Sox was not
ON THE FAIRWAYS This week’s pro golf events
PGA TOUR AT T National Bethesda, Md. Schedule: Today-Sunday. Course: Congressional Country Club,
Track athletes return to business
The second half of the U.S track trials will begin today after a two-day break. EUGENE, Ore. (AP)
Small-car focus pays off for Honda
The company’s consistency is the key to its success, a Honda executive said. DETROIT (AP) — When
Drought fuels wildfires in West
BIG SUR, Calif. (AP) — Authorities ordered the remaining residents of this scenic coastal community
Shoulder problem sidelines Bucs closer for at least 8 weeks
Matt Capps is the fourth Pirates pitcher to go on the disabled list in the last two weeks.
3 men plead guilty in Boardman robbery
The armed robber should get four years in prison, a prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — Three young
Despite stardom, Abigail Breslin retains her ‘American Girl’ charm
The young actress had a new experience: using a typewriter. Like a lot of 12-year-olds,
R&J has 11-4 win in Big B playoff
Evan Campbell and Brad Byers led the offense in the win over Simon Roofing. STRUTHERS — Evan
Tasered woman arrested in assault
Witnesses said Heidi Gill attacked another woman without provocation. AUSTINTOWN — A Howland
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