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Carrie Underwood entertains Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — With an eight piece band behind her and more than 6,000 fans in front of her, Carrie
Pirates beat Nationals 3-1
PITTSBURGH — Ryan Doumit homered for the third time in two games and Ian Snell allowed only one run
Struthers Treasurer Constance Shaffer resigns
STRUTHERS — City Treasurer Constance Shaffer has resigned after serving about 18 months of her first
Jury forewoman says rape case lacked evidence
YOUNGSTOWN — The trial of Keith Nunez was a he-said, she-said case, with no other eyewitness
Browns release Bentley
CLEVELAND — LeCharles Bentley’s career with his hometown Browns amounted to nothing more than a
City finds Stambaugh Building window plan unacceptable
YOUNGSTOWN —Your plan is unacceptable. That’s the city’s message to developer Louis A. Frangos
Free asthma screenings at Eastwood Mall
NILES — Dr. Roop Kollipara is offering free asthma screenings on Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at
Gun pulled on coach at ball game
AUSTINTOWN — Police say they charged a 64-year-old Austintown man with aggravated menacing in
Turning Technologies enters entertainment industry
YOUNGSTOWN — Audience response software company Turning Technologies LLC announced today that it
Jury acquits Campbell man of rape charge
YOUNGSTOWN — A seven-woman, five-man jury has acquitted a Campbell man of raping a 14-year-old girl.
Hearing set Friday on I-80 tolling proposal
SHARON, Pa. — The public is invited to express their views on the proposed tolling of Interstate 80
Girard’s police probe continues
Capt. Jeff Palmer was called in for a meeting Wednesday with Safety Services Director Jerry Lambert
Man charged in standoff with Liberty cops
LIBERTY — The man who held police at bay for more than two hours Tuesday afternoon will face
Extreme putrid smell found at Youngstown house
YOUNGSTOWN — A housing code enforcement officer said she was “smacked right in the face” by the
MVSD grants pay raises
MINERAL RIDGE—The board of directors of the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District has renewed the
YSU, classfied employees union headed to fact finding
YOUNGSTOWN — Negotiations between Youngstown State University and its 400-member Association of
Photos released of the new small car coming to GM Lordstown
New photos suggest the small car coming to Lordstown will have a more aggressive and wider look than
Thieves rip off fixtures from South Side business building
YOUNGSTOWN — Maintenance workers told police today that they discovered two antique brass outside
Furnace, water tank stolen from South Side house
YOUNGSTOWN — A man sent to do some work at a South Side rental property at 162 Brooklyn Ave. on
In making his rounds, postal worker helps elderly South Side man
YOUNGSTOWN — A postal worker delivering mail to a house in the 1100 block of Inverness Avenue on the
Accident suspends operations at Warren Steel Holding Co.
WARREN — Steel making was suspended this morning at Warren Steel Holding in Warren Township after
Niles hopes to get low interest rate for sewer project
NILES — City Auditor Charles Nader said he hopes to get a low rate when the city borrows $2 million
Howland schedules farmers’ market
HOWLAND – The Howland Township Farmers’ Market, a township event, will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sabathia tosses five-hit shutout
The Indians extended Minnesota’s losing streak to a season-high six games. CLEVELAND (AP) — C.C.
Recovering Tiger faces long stretch
The Masters runner-up has been rehabbing after knee surgery in April. SAN DIEGO (AP) — The U.S.
Browns’ Bentley vows he’s back
The center has missed two seasons because of a multitude of injuries and surgeries. BEREA —
SteelHounds, IHL haven’t set faceoff for fall
The Midwest-based league is waiting for owner Herb Washington to call. YOUNGSTOWN — A meeting to
Nationals power way past Pirates
Lastings Milledge’s two-run blast in the ninth beat the Bucs, 7-6. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Baiamonte’s complete game powers R&J
STRUTHERS — Nick Baiamonte threw a complete game five-hitter as R&J Trucking defeated Action
Kobe goes for 36 in L.A. win
The Lakers got back in the NBA Finals with an 87-81 home-floor win in Game 3. LOS ANGELES (AP) —
Donaghy claims league officials helped rig playoffs
He said referees were told to call bogus fouls to manipulate the results. NEW YORK (AP) — NBA
On area diamonds Youth baseball & softball
BABE RUTH (14-15) Joe Koch/Roth Brothers 14, Sluggers 3 — Joe Markovitch sparked Koch with two
Puppy from home deemed ‘squalid’ dies
The dog was taken to a vet by two neighbors, but it was too late. YOUNGSTOWN — A German
Police monitor ATV driving
Police monitor ATV driving NILES — Niles, Weathersfield Township and Girard police launched a
Local teens work to better libraries
The group plans events and fundraisers at area libraries. BOARDMAN — The Teen Advisory
Strickland to endorse Cordray as candidate
Cordray has been viewed as the Dems’ best candidate for the truncated race. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio
Liberty’s female firefighter promoted
Riser said her service to the community is just part of the job. LIBERTY — The township fire
Obama to visit Columbus area on Friday
COLUMBUS — Barack Obama plans a campaign trip to Ohio on Friday, his first as the Democratic
Big Brown’s trainer blames jockey
Kent Desormeaux eased up in the Belmont’s final quarter mile. NEW YORK (AP) — Trainer Rick Dutrow
Ash borer poses threat to Ohio trees
The beetle will likely change the face of backyards and forests. The bugs are coming, and
Church welcomes all, regardless of sexual orientation
First Unitarian Universalist Church wanted to make a public statement on its position.
Armed Liberty man causes police standoff
LIBERTY — Township police said a Keefer Road man who barricaded himself in his garage was armed with
Halfway house protested
Center administrators defend its policies. SHARON, Pa. — Marchers are on the offense against a
Castle Doctrine enacted
The new law forces criminals to prove they did not intend to harm occupants. COLUMBUS —
A cure for too-fat panini
Paninis are hot items at several restaurants these days. You can save money by making them at home,
More tomatoes pulled from shelves in salmonella scare
One death has been linked to the outbreak. CHICAGO (AP) — Federal officials hunted for the source
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st—She’s Miss Judged5.403.202.80 Dawn of the Sun(Whitney)4.403.00
McClatchy Newspapers
WASHINGTON — Presumptive Republican Presidential candidate John McCain blasted Democratic rival
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Kimberley Pincombe and Josh Irey, Salem, girl, June 9.
Butler’s Salem branch closed for repairs
The Butler hopes it can resume operations quickly. SALEM — Orders will be filed by city
Victory is met for Obama’s race Huge strides for blacks and America
Obama’s nomination shows anyone can aspire to be what they want to be, community leaders said.
Senators GOP block oil profit tax proposal
Republicans say the country can’t tax its way out of the gas price problem. WASHINGTON (AP) —
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert J. Pavlich II, 30, of 749 Parmelee Ave., Youngstown,
Investors consider new stocks as price of oil continues to rise
Railroads and bicycle makers seem like good investments to some. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — If $4
Raid at kosher meat plant could push prices higher
Most kosher meats have already gone up $2 to $3 a pound in the past year. NEW YORK (AP) — Kosher
U.S. OPEN ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Pairing OK with Immelman: Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are all for it. Trevor Immelman says he’d
U.S. official confident about deal with Iraq
U.S. official confident about deal with Iraq BAGHDAD — A top American official expressed
Judge rules against Ohio’s lethal injection law
“It doesn’t eliminate the death penalty, the possibility of the death penalty, in Ohio for these
State checks dams for flood damage
LAKE DELTON, Wis. (AP) — Engineers and National Guard teams examined dams across this storm-deluged
LSU looking for a sweep at NCAA championships
The Tigers have 28 individuals and four relay teams in the meet. DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A sprint
Work on I-80 ramp
Work on I-80 ramp AUSTINTOWN — Today, contractors will be working along the Interstate 80
Vindy.com News Podcast for June 11, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, June 11, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.
Investor’s offer draws huge response
Ford’s stock price has fallen more than 20 percent since the offer was made. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Plans for building arouse concern
City professionals plan to fight for preservation of the Stambaugh Building. YOUNGSTOWN — A
LILLY WINGER JOHN HOLTZMAN
LILLY WINGER JOHN HOLTZMAN X HARRISBURG, Pa. — John Thomas Holtzman and his bride, the former
Member is honored by Mothers of Twins Club
Member is honored by Mothers of Twins Club YOUNGSTOWN — Susan Fithian of Boardman, who was crowned
MARCI MARRA BRAD BROGAN
MARCI MARRA BRAD BROGAN X BERLIN CENTER — Vows were exchanged at 2:30 p.m. April 26 by Marci
Dialogue Project art exhibit returns to Valley
WARREN — The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County welcomes back The Dialogue Project art exhibit
There are lessons to learn from the poor
Opinion: Listening to Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton repeat stories they claim to have been told by the
ANDREA BIVENS CARSON FLAKES
ANDREA BIVENS CARSON FLAKES X YOUNGSTOWN — The marriage of Carson E. Flakes and Andrea D. Bivens
REBECCA POMPEII WAYNE GREATHOUSE
REBECCA POMPEII WAYNE GREATHOUSE X STRUTHERS — The wedding of Rebecca Pompeii and Wayne Greathouse
THURSDAY
THURSDAY X Galilee Apostolic Church, 4009 Elmwood in Austintown, near Woodside Elementary School,
A close-knit team
boardman Center Middle School Pupils crochet afghans for homeless 111Eighth-graders Renee,
selected stocks
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 17.69 —.07 Avalon Holdings,4.90.60 Clear
Elect a black president? Wrong question
Opinion: The emergence of Barack Obama as presumptive nominee is considered a credit to blacks, however it is
Avon Oaks fundraiser to benefit victim
GIRARD — A Boardman couple is organizing a June 22 fundraiser to help with the medical expenses of
St. John’s wort fails to help children with ADHD
“Do an Internet search and you’ll find a wide variety of herbal products marketed for ADHD. I’ve
Smoking ban Details
The ban would take effect: 90 days after it is signed by Gov. Ed Rendell. Violators can be
Corruption in Iraq has become a way of life
Opinion: During the five years the United States has occupied Iraq, the Bush administration has created a new
NATION
NATION Trade deficit soars to highest level in a year WASHINGTON — The trade deficit soared to
Today is Wednesday, June 11, the 163rd day of 2008. There are 203 days left in the year. On this
Today is Wednesday, June 11, the 163rd day of 2008. There are 203 days left in the year. On this
Student’s future is bleak
Opinion: KABUL, Afghanistan — The mood was almost festive as Sayed Parwez Kambakhsh entered the courtroom.
“I just laughed. It’s easier than crying.”
Opinion: “I just laughed. It’s easier than crying.” Tony Kelbel A Wisconsin businessman who had to throw
Bush, EU embrace sanctions
KRANJ, Slovenia (AP) — President Bush claimed progress Tuesday in his legacy-shaping drive to stop
Paramedic receives health-care award
Criteria for the award also include community leadership and service. HUBBARD — Michael Kerr,
Dispatcher won’t likely face criminal charges
The dispatcher called her husband to tell him of a raid that police were preparing. WARREN —
Lemon ice cream, a taste of summer
Now that my grill has had its first use of the season, it’s time to pull the ice-cream maker out of
Pain at the pump hurts families and the economy
Editorial: Some benchmarks are more troubling than others. The news this week that the national average for
Tomatoes grown in Ohio not part of alert, FDA says
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio (AP) — Government food inspectors say Ohio-grown tomatoes are still safe to eat.
Elections board finds way to cut costs
The board is looking at leasing 50 voting machines for the fall general election. WARREN —
“So You Think You Can Dance” (8 p.m., Fox): The top 20 dancers selected perform for the
“So You Think You Can Dance” (8 p.m., Fox): The top 20 dancers selected perform for the judges.
Frozen friendship cakes become real timesavers
Dear Heloise: I bake friendship cakes (Bundt) for church and friends, and usually bake four at a
Lefty’s edge: he’s right at home
The U.S. Open is being played on Phil Mickelson’s hometown course. SAN DIEGO (AP) — This is one
Neither vulnerable. South deals.
Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK Q uA J 8 5 3 vK Q 4 wA 10 5 WEST EAST xJ 7 6
Jim McKay recalled for love of his family
Broadcasters paid tribute to ABC’s “Wide World” legend. BALTIMORE (AP) — When Jim McKay traveled
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township: CANFIELD June 3
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xA 9 5 u7 6 vK 10 8 3 wA 10 5 2 WEST EAST x4 2 x10
Who doesn’t like finding recipes for good, cheap eats?
When you think everything costs too much, give these country ribs a chance. Barbecued pork
Be prepared before opening can of worms
Dear Annie: I am happily married to the love of my life and we have three beautiful daughters.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mollie Kessler school board, 5:30 p.m., 118 E. Wood St., Youngstown. Trumbull
Weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xJ 7 4 uA K 10 8 2 vQ 10 8 wA 7 The bidding has
Pa. Senate OKs smoking ban
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The state Senate has broken a yearlong stalemate on a statewide smoking ban,
Era of cheap airfares has come to an end
Opinion: A friend e-mailed the other day to say she and her husband were off to France this summer. “I know,
ANDI DEBROSKY STEVE SEBEST
ANDI DEBROSKY STEVE SEBEST X BOARDMAN — Steve Sebest and his bride, the former Andi DeBrosky, who
Rape trial continues for Campbell man
A second defendant was fatally shot last December. YOUNGSTOWN — The prosecutor told a jury
Use curds creatively, cheaply
Any whey you look at it, cottage cheese isn’t just for dieters anymore 11111We don’t realize
Personnel decision
Opinion: Washington Post: The Supreme Court Monday ruled wisely that not every personnel decision made by the
Remarks raise odds of increase
Bernanke said the Fed will be on heightened alert against inflation dangers. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Disney’s ‘Camp Rock’: Will it be another ‘High School Musical’?
That would be just fine if the movie reaches that type of popularity, the stars say. LOS
Jessica Alba has baby girl
Jessica Alba has baby girl LOS ANGELES — Jessica Alba and her husband, Cash Warren, are new
North-South vulnerable. South deals.
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x9 8 2 uA 7 6 4 3 v5 3 w9 7 4 WEST EAST x5
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Kansas City 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 Chicago White Sox 7, Minnesota 5
NBA FINALS Celtics vs. Lakers
June 5: Boston 98, L.A. Lakers 88 Sunday: Boston 108, L.A. Lakers 102 Tuesday: L.A. Lakers 87,
YSU
YSU Burkey named assistant trainer YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State has named Todd Burkey assistant
Earnhardt is doing lots of testing for Hendrick
He often grumbles about it, but he’s always there when asked to be. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Truth be
Snowboarding and sledding create most outdoor injuries
Hiking also sends many participants to emergency rooms. NEW YORK (AP) — More people are hurt
STAMBAUGH BUILDING
STAMBAUGH BUILDING Concerned A letter voicing concern about the future of the historic Stambaugh
ON THE FAIRWAYs \ This week’s pro golf events
U.S. GOLF ASSOCIATION U.S. Open San Diego Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course: Torrey Pines, South
NBA ROUNDUP \ News & notes
Cavs’ Gibson has surgery: CLEVELAND — Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson had arthroscopic surgery on his
Pistons favor Curry as coach
He replaces Flip Saunders who was fired after the ouster by the Celtics. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. —
Homeless Tar Heels still will make the trip out to Omaha
Their home field was being renovated and they had to drive 15 miles to play. CHAPEL HILL, N.C.
Fired NASCAR official alleges discrimination
She’s suing the organization for $225 million. As an aspiring racing official, Mauricia Grant
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Coitsville Township will have its second annual Flag Day Celebration at 6:30 p.m.
U.S. team will bypass tryout
They’re going straight to Las Vegas to begin training camp on June 28. So much for the training
2 shootings leave 4 wounded
YOUNGSTOWN — Four people were wounded in two separate shootings. A woman and two men were shot
Cheering for grads results in 7 arrests
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — When Rock Hill school officials tell commencement crowds to hold their
City schools need levy to end deficit by 2012
The administration and board continue to look for ways to reduce spending. YOUNGSTOWN — The
MLB ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 10, Red Sox 6 BOSTON — Aubrey Huff matched his career high with four