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Austintown, non-teaching staff reach tentative pact
AUSTINTOWN — Negotiators from the Austintown Local School District and the non-teaching Ohio
Commissioners anticipate benefits from Pa. ‘racino’
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners have unanimously endorsed an initiative of the
Brookfield board member suspended from three meetings
BROOKFIELD – A Brookfield Board of Education member has been suspended from attending three board
Canfield OKs 3-year pact with teachers
CANFIELD — The Canfield school board has approved a three-year contract with its 197-member teachers
Red-hot Doumit leads Pirates past Nationals, 6-5
PITTSBURGH — Ryan Doumit finished an outstanding series against Washington, hitting another home run
Pirates demote former No. 1 overall pick Bullington
PITTSBURGH — Former No. 1 overall draft pick Bryan Bullington was demoted by the Pittsburgh Pirates
Indians put All-Star catcher Martinez on DL
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Indians placed All-Star catcher Victor Martinez on the 15-day disabled
Sims sentenced to prison for shooting Austintown cop
Sims sentenced to prison for shooting Austintown cop YOUNGSTOWN — The man who pleaded guilty to
Prosecutor asks high court to remove challenger
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains is asking the Ohio Supreme Court to remove
Charter schools taking big bucks from city school district
YOUNGSTOWN — The treasurer of the Youngstown City School District said the loss of state subsidy
Two sentenced for Canfield home burglary, New Middletown restaurant break-in
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who pleaded guilty to a Canfield home burglary and a New Middletown restaurant
Data on Youngstown drinking water mailed to customers
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Water Department recently mailed its customers a copy of a report that
Youngstown summer school registration starts Monday
YOUNGSTOWN — Registration for the city’s summer school will be from 8 a.m. to noon Monday and
Firefighter injured battling Falls Avenue blaze
YOUNGSTOWN— A Youngstown firefighter is temporarily off the job after falling while fighting a blaze
City man charged with arson murders challenges death-penalty method
YOUNGSTOWN — Defense lawyers for Michael A. Davis, who faces the death penalty for allegedly setting
More details released on latest shooting in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — A 16-year-old girl is dead and a man critically wounded after a shooting on the city’s
Developer says Pittsburgh casino on schedule for 2009 opening
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The developer of the Pittsburgh slots casino says the project remains on schedule
McCain will be here in June, and it will cost you big bucks to see him
CORTLAND — If you want to see U.S. Sen. John McCain, the presumptive Republican presidential
Liberty officials release Slifka agreement details
The chief will officially be retired Dec. 31, under the agreement. LIBERTY — Township trustees
Austintown schools take steps to improve bus safety
AUSTINTOWN — Superintendent Doug Heuer says he and his staff didn’t take lightly the question of
Teen girl shot to death, companion wounded on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A 16-year-old girl is dead and a man critically wounded after someone shot up the
Aqua Ohio CEO named chairman of Forum Health board of directors
YOUNGSTOWN — Walter J. “Buzz” Pishkur, president and chief executive officer for Aqua Ohio, has been
Child safety event set for Saturday in New Castle
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — G.O. Crivelli Chevrolet, 3223 Wilmington Road, is sponsoring a child safety event
Eagle Scout project benefits library
HOWLAND — The effort of a 17-year-old boy working on his Eagle Scout service project has resulted in
Grandfather accused of gun threat at ballfield
A Struthers coach said the armed man in Austintown threatened to shoot him. AUSTINTOWN — A 64-
Defendant in rape case acquitted
Prosecution failed due to lack of evidence, the jury forewoman said. YOUNGSTOWN — The trial of
Cordray: If elected AG, I’ll continue what I’ve begun
Cordray once ran for the AG job, but lost to Republican Betty Montgomery. COLUMBUS — Ohio
Snell earns rare win for Pirates
Ian Snell pitched his first win in 11 starts as Pittsburgh beat the Nationals, 3-1. PITTSBURGH
PBS planning to cut back on ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’
WQED in Pittsburgh is still planning to run the show Monday through Friday in the fall. After
Report highlights small flaws in primary voting
A uniform poll worker training system would help avoid most of the problems. COLUMBUS (AP) — Poll
Kelsey Codner, Jason Lanham set Nov. wedding date
X Kelsey Codner and Jason Lanham, both of Wadsworth, are engaged and plan to be married, their
Chinese hacked Capitol computers, lawmakers say
The attacks occurred in 2006 and 2007. WASHINGTON (AP) — Multiple congressional computers have
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
‘Love Letters’ book from ‘Sex and the City’ flick doesn’t exist
NEW YORK (AP) — A consumer alert for the millions who have seen the “Sex and the City” movie: There
‘THE INCREDIBLE HULK’
‘THE INCREDIBLE HULK’ Grade: B Cast: Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, William Hurt, Tim Roth
Oil, inflation woes live on as Wall Street drops
The Dow dropped to its lowest point since March 17. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street tumbled Wednesday
Disturbing signs in California’s schools
Opinion: After an exhaustive study of California’s troubled public school system was unveiled last year, Gov.
Columbiana Co. gets into business group
A computer program will help analyze businesses. LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners
Washington, Williams must bury the hatchet
Editorial: Youngstown SteelHounds owner Herb Washington and Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams have each had their
Williams-Marshall engagement is being announced
X The engagement of Ann Williams of Stow and Dr. Craig Marshall of Cleveland is announced by her
TAX LIENS
TAX LIENS USA Parking Systems Inc., owned by Louis A. Frangos, owes more than $100,000 in back
Archuleta gets record deal
Archuleta gets record deal SALT LAKE CITY — David Archuleta has a job lined up once his “American
‘Hulk’ universe has many members
Meet the cast of characters from ‘The Incredible Hulk.’ With the “Incredible Hulk” film
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
Aug. 9 wedding will join Kelli Hart and Scott Hunter
X BOARDMAN — Thomas and Jodie Hart, 587 Forestridge Drive, announce the engagement of their
City to add new farmers’ market
A trial run is planned during the annual Walk on Wick event in July. YOUNGSTOWN — Those
Today is Thursday, June 12, the 164th day of 2008. There are 202 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, June 12, the 164th day of 2008. There are 202 days left in the year. On this date
July wedding set by Rebecca Ugran and J. Ryan Foltz
X BOARDMAN — Mr. and Mrs. Victor Ugran Jr., 740 Teakwood Drive, are announcing plans for the
auditions \Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Rainmaker.” Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron. Auditions are 7 p.m.
Bombing raises tension in Pakistan
The Pentagon said the strikes were justified. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — U.S.-led forces dropped more
CD RATES
CD RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of June 11. All
Summer wedding for Jennifer Allen and John Phillips
X Jennifer Christine Allen, 4593 Kirk Road, Austintown, and John David Phillips of Cincinnati are
Bush doesn’t rule out strike in Iran
The president said a diplomatic solution is his ‘first choice.’ MESEBERG, Germany (AP) —
Man goes on trial in ’05 shooting death
Attorneys talked of rumors and paranoia among crack users that led to the murder of one. NEW
Vindy.com News Podcast for June 12, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, June 12, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.
Revving up the next Cobalt: Spies offer a peek
The photos show more front-end and rear-end styling than ones taken last month. New photos
“The Bill Engvall Show” (9 p.m., TBS): Guess what? Bill messes up life at home.
“The Bill Engvall Show” (9 p.m., TBS): Guess what? Bill messes up life at home. “Kathy Griffin: My
Players get ‘Carried’ away
All-Star softball Mahoning County’s all-star team beat Trumbull/Columbiana twice at Fields of
House won’t extendSFlbjobless benefits
The bill would have extended the unemployment benefit check for 13 weeks. WASHINGTON — The
Demand for bison ranchers rises
Bison is becoming a more popular alternative to beef. MONUMENT, Colo. (AP) — Susan Popp was a
Woodland Park offers fun for the summer
Numerous activities are planned at the McDonald park. McDONALD — Woodland Park has officially
Why are Clinton’s female supporters angry?
Opinion: I’m about to breach a confidence here by sharing what a lot of men have been asking each other in
Women, don’t get mad, get even
Opinion: BOSTON — So is the glass half full or half empty? Or to pick a better metaphor, is the “highest,
Staples reaches agreement to get Corporate Express
Staples will move more into office delivery with the deal. BOSTON (AP) — Staples Inc.’s four-month
Mr. Accountability
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: It beggared belief to learn last year that a U.S. Air Force bomber had flown
NASA launches telescope to scout out gamma rays
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA launched a telescope Wednesday to scout out elusive, super high-
High gas prices are here to stay, expert says
The projected price of a gallon of regular gasoline in 2009 is near the $4 mark. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Tough talk for Frangos: no plywood
City officials will have nothing to do with the co-owner’s plan to board up the windows of the
Surplus food
Surplus food Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, various
Julianne Oliver, Johnny Ware will say vows in Oct.
X NORTH LIMA — Thomas and Brenda Oliver of North Lima announce the engagement and upcoming wedding
U.S. life expectancy surpasses 78
ATLANTA (AP) — For the first time, U.S. life expectancy has surpassed 78 years, the government
‘The Happening’ offers new take on zombie films
M. Night Shyamalan is too caught up in explaining the unexplainable in his latest film. If
Technology gets smart: Movie spy gadgets exist
The 'Get Smart' director said he couldn't believe some of the gadgets used in the film were real.
Mother’s dislike of son-in-law is unacceptable
Dear Annie: I met my husband two years ago. My mother doesn’t care for him, and I have no idea why.
Today’s GOP is not conservative enough
Opinion: Republicans, I suspect, are going to be drubbed this election year, but not because they gave the
TiLt 360 CD release party
TiLt 360 CD release party STRUTHERS — TiLt 360, the local band who wrote the song for Kelly
Guys Without Ties (from Motown to Rock), 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre Boardman
Guys Without Ties (from Motown to Rock), 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre Boardman
Girard looks to KSU for economic plan
Officials will receive a proposal by the end of the month. GIRARD — Council members are
MVSD renews contracts
MVSD renews contracts MINERAL RIDGE — Mahoning Valley Sanitary District directors renewed the
Like going barefoot outside? Remember to rinse your feet
graedons |People’s Herbal Pharmacy Q. My daughter’s husband and two sons are barefoot guys. They
‘THE HAPPENING’
‘THE HAPPENING’ Grade: C Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel, John Leguizamo, Betty Buckley
On human slavery, Cuba’s denial is unconvincing
Opinion: On human slavery, Cuba’s denial is unconvincing (DIVERSITY) By John C. Bersia McClatchy-
Newcomers and new plays salvage Broadway season
The gross for the season was about $1 million less than the previous year. NEW YORK — “It was
Picnic planned in celebration of Juneteenth
WARREN — In celebration of Juneteenth, The Community Concerned Citizens of Warren will have a heart-
Iraqi police: Bomb kills 5 in Baghdad
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — A bomb planted near a bridge in northern Baghdad killed five people on passing
“I’ve been downtown for 37 years and I have never seen anything like this.”
Opinion: “I’ve been downtown for 37 years and I have never seen anything like this.” Steve Schomaker Of
Authorities: DNA links man to rapes over 11-year span
WOOSTER, Ohio (AP) — A prison inmate charged with sexual attacks on elderly women during an 11-year
Richard Cordray
Richard Cordray Biographical information Name: Richard Cordray. Party: Democrat. Age/birth
Ursuline players take on ‘challenge’
The program is designed to develop leadership skills and build team unity. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Patterns, width of ties downsized for Father’s Day
Skinny ties will always inject a little youth into any man’s wardrobe. Almost as predictable as
4th-grader breaks book record
The Stadium Drive pupil read 267 books this year. BOARDMAN — Nine-year-old Caitlin Currier
Downtown software company enters world of entertainment technology
Turning Technologies will be dealing with such TV shows as ‘Dancing with the Stars.’
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: June 6 Theft: A Salem woman’s purse was
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The Tuesday morning robbery of a Uni-Mart gas station in Austintown took place at
Meeting planned for bridge replacement
One supervisor said PennDOT has not given the township specifics about the project.
Indians lose, Pirates win
Indians lose, Pirates win The Minnesota Twins defeated the Cleveland Indians, 8-5, and the
Struthers council meets on projects, resignation
The Fifth Street culvert replacement project could cost up to $100,000. STRUTHERS — City
Execution ruling stands alone
Challenges to the lethal injection method have increased in recent years. CLEVELAND (AP) — A
Actor Paul Newman said to be battling cancer
Newman’s friend said he seems to be doing well. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Paul Newman, the legendary
NBA can’t escape Donaghy’s allegations
His attorney made allegations Tuesday about misconduct in the NBA. LOS ANGELES (AP) — If Tim
NASCAR to review harassment claim
Chairman Brian France said he didn’t know of any complaints until a suit was filed. CONCORD, N.C.
One U.S. Open player grateful for opportunity
Subpar golf was the least of Brian Kortan’s problems. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Brian Kortan felt the pain
Teen pleads guilty in shooting plot
The teen admitted that he had planned ‘to kill other human beings.’ SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — A
TRUMBULL COUNTY Indictments
Several people were indicted Tuesday. They will be arraigned at 11 a.m. Tuesday before Judge W.
Hearing to discuss proposed Pa. I-80 tolls
SHARON, Pa. — The public is invited to express views on the proposed tolling of Interstate 80 when
AMERICAN CONFERENCE
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MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brian A. Antonucci, 28, of 1510 Alissa Place, Youngstown, and
THUNDER VS. WOLVES Lineups
THUNDER OFFENSE QB — (9) Davon Vinson (6-4, 230); (10) Shane Adler (6-5, 225) WR — (1) Chris
Get large print directions for your prescriptions
Dear Heloise: Do you have trouble reading the directions when you get a new prescription? Just ask
Ugly Game 3 not acceptable in L.A.
Could jet lag have played a role in Boston’s showing? LOS ANGELES (AP) — Maybe the NBA finals
Big Three pairing creates big buzz at Torrey Pines
Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Adam Scott will draw the lion’s share of the gallery. SAN DIEGO
‘Hulk’ isn’t as strong as ‘Iron Man’
The new movie recasts and re-invents the history of the ‘Hulk’ movie from 2003. The Hulk may
Hearing held for dispatcher; outcome pending
WARREN — Police Chief John Mandopoulos says it will be at least next week before he decides on what
Petty gives up major control of racing team
Boston Ventures, a private equity firm, now controls the 60-year-old operation. CONCORD, N.C. (AP)
X Announced by Kathy and Gennaro Galante of 90 Gateway Road, Yonkers, N.Y., is the birth of a son,
X Announced by Kathy and Gennaro Galante of 90 Gateway Road, Yonkers, N.Y., is the birth of a son,
Putrid smell brings citations
The place is swarming with bees, gnats and horseflies. YOUNGSTOWN — A housing code enforcement
YSU’s talks with ACE call for a fact finder
Neither side will be bound by the recommendation. YOUNGSTOWN — Negotiations between Youngstown
Father’s Day breakfast at Struthers church
Father’s Day breakfast at Struthers church STRUTHERS — Struthers Presbyterian Church, 110 Poland
House waves off impeachment measure against Bush
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has voted to send articles of impeachment against President Bush to a
MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Orioles 3 BOSTON — Bartolo Colon got the 150th victory of his career
FDA still seeks source of salmonella in tomatoes
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health officials haven’t yet traced the source of salmonella-tainted
WNBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games
Liberty 81, Dream 77 ATLANTA — Janel McCarville scored 25 points and had seven assists to help New
Rookie driver learning the ropes
Regan Smith is learning from veteran and teammate Mark Martin. LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Regan Smith
GAME TIME Thunder
The game: Mahoning Valley Thunder (2-8) vs. Manchester Wolves (4-6) Site: Cortland Banks Field at
New Castle hires first finance officer
The new official had served as controller for a Lawrence County agency. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The
Nepal’s deposed king leaves palace forever
The former king will still to be protected by police. KATMANDU, Nepal — Nepal’s deposed king gave
Circumstances contribute to LeCharles Bentley’s departure
The player’s agent said his client “is not ready to be just an insurance policy.” CLEVELAND (AP) —
Vehicular homicide sentence shortened
MERCER, Pa. — A man’s minimum sentence for a 2003 vehicular homicide that killed a New Castle couple
ROUNDUP News and notes
Curtis impresses some Bolts: Ben Curtis was still wearing a San Diego Chargers shirt and cap after
Massage parlor worker remains in jail over immigration issues
Immigration issues and criminal violations were found during a routine inspection, police said.
LOUIS A. FRANGOS
LOUIS A. FRANGOS Youngstown properties Louis A. Frangos’ companies, most notably USA Parking
NBA FINALS Boston vs. Lakers
June 5: Boston 98, L.A. Lakers 88 Sunday: Boston 108, L.A. Lakers 102 Tuesday: L.A. Lakers 87,
First inning sets tone for Rondinelli’s Class B victory
Dave Patrick pitched a five-hit shutout with seven strikeouts for P.I. & I. of the Warren AA League.
Girard police investigation continues
Officials still will not disclose the full extent of the probe. GIRARD — The investigation
Standoff with cops brings charges
No court date has been set for the Liberty man. LIBERTY — The man who held police at bay for
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & softball
BABE RUTH (13s) Astro Falcons 8, D G Mechanical 2 — Nick Andrews provided three innings of
Twins trim Tribe, 8-5, to end slump; Martinez injured
Victor Martinez left with what the team announced as an inflamed right elbow. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Recycling site opens in Pymatuning Twp.
MERCER, Pa. — A recycling site in Pine Township has been closed and a new one opened in Pymatuning
New QB helping Thunder
Davon Vinson has passed for 11 TDs in just under eight quarters. YOUNGSTOWN — What will
Tornado hits Scout camp; 4 dead
A spokeswoman said some victims could be trapped under debris. DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A tornado
Fans pack Chevy Centre to see ‘Idol’ star Carrie Underwood
YOUNGSTOWN — With an eight-piece band behind her and more than 6,000 fans in front of her, Carrie
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Timothy and Michelle Reese, Struthers, girl, June 10.
'My Boys' returns for second season on TBS
Reason for watching: The second season of one of commercial cable’s best half hours begins this