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Iannetta homers to lead Rockies over Pirates
DENVER — Chris Iannetta homered and drove in three runs and Ubaldo Jimenez pitched seven strong
McCullough prefers defense but will play anywhere for Thunder
YOUNGSTOWN — You can just refer to the Mahoning Valley Thunder’s Pat McCullough as Mr. Versa
Poland softball in title game
KENTON — The Poland 12-year-old softball team will play Tallmadge today for the state championship
Striders headed to nationals
111Striders’ coach David Townsend, who is also the Youngstown State sprint coach, said,
Scrappers win fourth straight
LOWELL, Mass. — Lonnie Chisenhall’s RBI single gave the Scrappers the lead for good and Ryan Dent
Commissioners OK plan to expand WRTA’s reach
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Mahoning County commissioners paved the way Thursday to again place a quarter
Atty. Hanni will lie in state Sunday in Mahoning courthouse
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley residents, and more than a few outsiders, will say goodbye to a
Prosecutors want to revoke bond of accused baby beater
YOUNGSTOWN — The prosecution seeks to revoke the bond of Terrance Tate, charged with beating a baby
Boardman police arrest Youngstown man after chase
BOARDMAN — Police pursued a 22-year-old Youngstown man from the township into Pennsylvania with
Crash blocks I-680 on ramp at Meridian Road
AUSTINTOWN — The entrance ramp to Interstate 680 north is blocked at Meridian Road by a cement truck
Mill Creek MetroParks hosts Family Jubilee on Saturday
CANFIELD — The Mill Creek MetroParks Farm is inviting families across the Mahoning Valley to come
YSU and classified employees reach agreement on new pact
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University and its Association of Classified Employees union have
Area companies doing well exporting their products
Exports from area companies have been growing and are strong enough to rank the area 99th out of 369
Mahoning Valley Hospital sold
BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley Hospital Board of Trustees has agreed to sell the hospital to
Earnings drop for Home Savings parent company
Earnings drop for Home Savings parent company YOUNGSTOWN — The parent company of Home Savings and
Kirk Road closing delayed until Monday
AUSTINTOWN — The earlier announced closure of Kirk Road over state Route 11 has been postponed
Erie woman, 28, tried on charges she raped boy, 11
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Jury selection is set to begin in the trial of a 28-year-old Erie woman jailed on
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
X Anthony and Trina (George) Morella of Las Vegas are announcing the birth of a son, Zachary George,
No ESPY, no problem
Joe Calzaghe said Pavlik may be in his future Kelly Pavlik’s first matchup with Joe Calzaghe
Ex-Dem chairman led colorful life, career
Hanni had suffered a stroke in 2007 and a heart attack in April. COITSVILLE — Arrangements are
Workers glimpse GM’s Chevy Cruze
GM showed a photo of the Cruze to employees during a TV presentation. Workers caught a brief
Assistant attorney general files harassment complaint
An assistant attorney general filed an internal office complaint of sexual harassment against two
Are you ready for softball?
A two-week PONY national tournament starts Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN — Hundreds of people from all
Poland 12-year-old softball team to play Tallmadge in state final
KENTON — The Poland 12-year old softball team posted a 7-6 victory over Conneaut Wednesday in a
FALCON tracks down, cracks down
Suspects in violent crimes, sex offenses, narcotics and gang activity were targeted.
Scrappers win again
Scrappers win again A six-run second inning propelled the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to a 6-4 win
YSU athletics ‘hall’ enshrinement set for Oct. 25
YOUNGSTOWN — Six women will be among a group of eight inducted into the Youngstown State Athletics
Routes Reworked
More lanes to open soon on 224, ODOT says Work on the $4.6 million project is expected to wrap up
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Atkins fares well in study
All three approaches in the study led to weight loss and lower cholesterol. ATLANTA (AP) — The
U.S. team selects 2 Tribe prospects
Outfielder Matt LaPorta and pitcher Jeff Stevens will play baseball in Beijing. Outfielder Matt
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
Some significant times in the life of Atty. Don L. Hanni Jr.
Some significant times in the life of Atty. Don L. Hanni Jr. 1950: Taught at Springfield Local
mountaineer results
mountaineer results late tuesday 7th—City Code (Parker)8.404.203.80 Thatsalottabull
Today is Thursday, July 17, the 199th day of 2008. There are 167 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, July 17, the 199th day of 2008. There are 167 days left in the year. On this date
who got caught
who got caught Operation FALCON A look at some of the regional crime arrests made during the
2nd inning leaves Lowell spinning
The Scrappers scored all of their runs in the second inning of a 6-4 victory. LOWELL, Mass. — The
Summertime brings bunch of berry stains
Dear Heloise: Help! I love strawberries, but got them on my shorts. Can you share a suggestion on
Surplus food
Surplus food Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 11 a.m.
Fed chief: 2 mortgage giants won’t fail
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are major sources of financing for the mortgage market. WASHINGTON
Photo courtesy WFMJ Channel 21
Photo courtesy WFMJ Channel 21 COMING SOON: This is the first photo of the Chevrolet Cruze that’s
Intelligence bill passed
Intelligence bill passed WASHINGTON — The House on Wednesday passed legislation governing next
Residents push for sewer project
Chuck Whitman of CTW Development has offered to complete the sewer project on Summit Drive.
June’s prices rose high, fast
Wholesale prices rose at their highest rate in 27 years, the report said. WASHINGTON (AP) — Prices
Despite Open drama 10 years ago, Rose hopes to upstage it
He was a 17-year-old amateur who finished fourth in 1998. SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Justin Rose
“I think the system is basically sound, I truly do. I understand there’s a lot of
Opinion: “I think the system is basically sound, I truly do. I understand there’s a lot of nervousness. The
Boobie’s back: Cavs ink Gibson to five-year deal
Cleveland will now turn its attentions to re-signing point guard Delonte West. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Double-amputee fails to qualify for Beijing
Oscar Pistorius could still be added to South Africa’s Olympic 1600-meter relay. LUCERNE,
WRTA receives grant for buses; fears lack of funds for match
The money is to be used to buy five small buses. YOUNGSTOWN — The Western Reserve Transit
Whole family shares immaturity
Dear Annie: My father-in-law has lung cancer, and for over six months I took him to all his doctor
Miss Thomashow Mr. Solondz plan summer wedding
X PORTLAND, Ore. — Kimberly Ellen Thomashow and David Keller Solondz, both of 736 S.E. 33rd Ave.,
In Iraq, a useful collapse
Opinion: Sacramento Bee: The United States and Iraq have abandoned efforts to conclude a long-term troop
Rates
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All
TOURNEY INFORMATION PONY Nationals
ADMISSION Weekly pass $30 Day pass $8 Day Pass (after 4 p.m.) $5 Seniors (age 60 & over) $5
As dark as night, and very serious
Don’t look for Heath Ledger to camp up The Joker role the way Cesar Romero did in the ’60s TV show.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes “Twilight” 5k Run
‘One Way to Play Drug Free’ is the motto of FCA, which brings in college and professional athletes
Sept. wedding for Ms. Giangiuli and Mr. Jamieson
X The engagement of Alaina Giangiuli, 3550 Peddlers Court, Poland, and Jason Jamieson, 863 Cedar
Barenaked Ladies singer faces drug charge
Barenaked Ladies singer faces drug charge FAYETTEVILLE, N.Y. — Barenaked Ladies singer and
Europe offers lessons on energy use
Opinion: PARIS — A few days before we flew to Barcelona last month to attend a wedding, international
U.S. looks to increase troops in Afghan war
U.S. commanders in Afghanistan want more troops now, the Joint Chiefs chairman said. WASHINGTON
Doping scandal hits Tour again
A Spanish rider was arrested after testing positive for EPO. FOIX, France (AP) — Just when the
auditions \Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Company.” Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. Auditions 6 p.m. July 27
Sauerkraut juice helps conquer canker sores
Q. My husband has canker sores in his mouth all the time. The doctors he has seen say there’s no
The Dark Knight
‘THE DARK KNIGHT’ Grade: A- Director: Christopher Nolan Running time: 2 hours, 32 minutes
Solution sought for water worries
One possibility is the buying of water from Girard, one trustee notes. LIBERTY — Township
Dick and Rick Hoyt of Massachusetts make up Team Hoyt. Quick facts about the team:
Dick and Rick Hoyt of Massachusetts make up Team Hoyt. Quick facts about the team: Rick was born
NHL’s Winter Classic pits Wings, Chicago
The game will be outdoors on New Year’s Day. CHICAGO (AP) — Frosty baseball games have long been a
Sept. wedding set by Gina Mavrikis and Adam Cox
X BOARDMAN — Gina Lynn Mavrikis, of Columbus, and Glen Adam Cox, also of Columbus, are engaged and
“The Gong Show” (10 p.m., Comedy Central): Offbeat acts are evaluated by celebrity
“The Gong Show” (10 p.m., Comedy Central): Offbeat acts are evaluated by celebrity judges in this
Alpha to be purchased for nearly $10 billion
The combined company would have the largest reserves of iron ore on three continents. CLEVELAND
Area native Leanne Binder releases her third CD
Area native Leanne Binder releases her third CD Canfield native Leanne Binder has released “Done
Bush picks compromise over conflict with Iran
U.S. participation in the meeting is a ‘one-time’ event, a White House official said. WASHINGTON
Mercer Victorian Days
Mercer Victorian Days MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County Historical Society has special events
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Deymonne K. Winford, 34, of 58 N. Kimberly Ave., Austintown,
Napolitan looks to rebound this week
The Fitch grad could use a boost in the BMX Dirt standings as the Dew Tour’s second stop opens
McCain talks education to NAACP
McCain said school vouchers and merit pay for teachers should be implemented. CINCINNATI (AP) —
New state tax break will benefit Winner Aviation
The company owner was considering leaving Ohio if his taxes weren’t reduced. VIENNA — A new
if you go
if you go What: AST Dew Tour featuring Plain White T’s When: 9 p.m. Friday Where: North Coast
Poets to kick off Pig IronSSRqs daylong festival
YOUNGSTOWN —The Pig Iron Literary Art Works Street Festival will be Saturday on North Phelps
The Our Lady of Mount Carmel church festival, at 381 Robbins Ave., Niles, runs throughout the
The Our Lady of Mount Carmel church festival, at 381 Robbins Ave., Niles, runs throughout the
inside \ On A3
inside \ On A3 Services: Arrangements are pending at Rossi Santucci Funeral Home, Boardman, for
Holmes-Fleming engagement is announced
X McDONALD — Announced by Glenn and Carol Holmes, 918 Pennsylvania Ave., is the engagement of their
Ron Chick’s ‘Friends’ concert, dance planned
AUSTINTOWN — Ron Chick’s “Friends” Big Band Dinner Concert and Dance will be Sunday at Lucianno’s
Rating the villains
RATING THE VILLAINS Comic book movies The late Heath Ledger’s turn as The Joker in “The Dark
THE STORY SO FAR
THE STORY SO FAR Getting up to speed In “Batman Begins,” the parents of 8-year-old rich boy
U.S. making a mistake ignoring Turkey
Opinion: Terrorist attacks in Turkey have largely been overshadowed in media attention by those in
Plain White T’s aim for follow-up success to ‘Delilah’
With their new album, they’re playing up their strengths, singer Tom Higgenson says. A fear of
‘Dark Knight’ revels in portrayals of evil
The good guys might seem a little bland, but that’s because the villains are so evil. “The
Denial of conditional license for racino is not a fatal blow
Editorial: While the developers of Valley View Downs, the proposed horse-racing track and casino in Lawrence
Drouhard-Barger engagement told, wedding planned
X Announcing the engagement of Brittany Drouhard of Uniontown and Craig Barber of Stow and plans
No Woods, plenty of wind at Open
Windy weather has made Royal Birkdale into a beast. SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Adam Scott and
Tracy Ohio Amateur halfway leader
Among those making it to the third round Alex Tahy, 13, of Dayton. FINDLAY (AP) — Hilliard native
Fannie and Freddie need clarity, not money, from Washington
Opinion: Don’t bail out Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They don’t need it. The losses they face are not
Flip-flop wearers risk foot, leg, back injuries, researchers find
As versatile as they are comfortable, the rubbery sandals are worn by the young and old, the fashion
Kelly Moorhead, Zachary Zimmer plan Oct. nuptials
X UNIONTOWN — Mark and Eileen Moorhead, 1810 Oak Hall Circle N.W., announce the engagement of their
New Castle Playhouse to do musical ‘South Pacific’
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The musical “South Pacific” will open Friday at New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long
Weathersfield board hires new secretary, coordinator
An antique Mineral Ridge student desk was given to the historical society by a Pennsylvania family.
TODAY
TODAY 7 a.m. (TNT) Golf: British Open. 8:30 a.m. (VS) Cycling: Tour de France. Noon (FSN Pitt)
Morgan Hamm off the hook
The U.S. gymnastics team member is relieved at the ruling in his favor. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Morgan
Mercer Co. officials back 2 projects
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County commissioners agreed at their work session Wednesday to send letters of
New Middletown officer to be police chief
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Longtime village police officer Vince D’Egidio has been named police chief to
Tuesday’s Game
Tuesday’s Game American League 4, National League 3, 15 innings, All-Star Game Wednesday’s Games
After nearly five hours, Classic ends just in time
Both managers were close to pitching position players in the AL’s marathon 4-3 victory. NEW YORK
Be wary of politicians who are too good to be true
Opinion: Be wary of politicians who are too good to be true EDITOR: Being that I’m forced to watch
KEY ARRESTS
KEY ARRESTS Operation FALCON Here is a summary of three key arrests made in connection with the
Foundation gives $25K to Boardman Park campaign
The $2.3 million capital campaign aligns with the park master plan. BOARDMAN — The Youngstown
Sign work, I-680 restrictions to be done today
BOARDMAN — Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 began work Wednesday to make signing changes
Trustees delay action on home-rule vote
A former trustee is working for the township again. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township
Unity trustees work to ban jake brakes
UNITY — Unity Township trustees are continuing their efforts to curb the use of jake brakes in the
Jesse Jackson used N-word, Fox News says
CHICAGO (AP) — The Rev. Jesse Jackson used the N-word during a break in a TV interview where he
YOUNGSTOWN COUNCIL Other action
City council approved the following at its Wednesday meeting: Authorized the city board of control
Growing Butech Bliss will add 20 workers
The deal will allow the Salem company to send less work to outside contractors. VINDICATOR
Brookfield board rules out talk changes
There’s no reason that residents shouldn’t be able to address the board before the motions, a board
Chevy Centre profits in 3rd quarter
The center has never finished a fiscal year with a profit. YOUNGSTOWN — Even though the
Woman sues over lead exposure
A state official said lead exposure is declining. SALEM — Two children are receiving care
WNBA ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s games
Shock 66, Sky 63 DETROIT — Cheryl Ford scored 14 points and rookie Tasha Humphrey added 12 to keep
NABF tourney begins today at Cene
STRUTHERS — Ten teams will start play today in the National Amateur Baseball Federation (NABF)
Girard schools seek transfer of Liberty land
Trustees hope to meet with school officials soon. LIBERTY — Officials in the Girard School
Saturday-football plan brings dissent
The schools superintendent said the decision is not a dead issue. VIENNA — A dozen residents
Recalling skill, wit of Hanni
‘One thing I would say, his word was always good with me,’ said William Binning. YOUNGSTOWN
Columbiana officials seek new child services levy
The board of elections was unfamiliar with part of the plan. LISBON — Columbiana County
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT John and Christine Karabin were incorrectly included among Trumbull County Court
Running for a purpose, dream
Team2 takes strides for Christ, disability ignorance and drug awareness. Inspiration is Kerry
Total teamwork
Total teamwork kTony Sforza, above, of Niles relies on a wheelchair, yet has started training for
DEW TOUR Television
Friday: Midnight-1 a.m. (USA) Saturday: 4-6 p.m. (WFMJ-21); mightnight-1 a.m. (USA) Sunday: 4-6
Vehicle engines stolen
Vehicle engines stolen CANFIELD — About eight vehicle engines were stolen from the Mahoning County
The Vindicator
The Vindicator MAKING HIS CASE:Atty. Don L. Hanni Jr., who died early Wednesday at his Coitsville
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