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Orioles rally to beat Pirates 9-6
BALTIMORE (AP) — Luke Scott homered, Melvin Mora had three hits and a key RBI, and the Baltimore
Storm drops rain, limbs and trees
YOUNGSTOWN — Communities said trees, tree limbs and power lines were down, but there were no serious
Youngstown goes to court to oust Steelhounds owner
YOUNGSTOWN — The city filed a legal document today seeking to evict the company that owns the
Faison says he’s eligible to be Mahoning sheriff
YOUNGSTOWN — Howard L. Faison Jr. is asking the Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to require the
Window plan is set for Stambaugh Building
YOUNGSTOWN — Louis A. Frangos, co-owner of the Stambaugh Building, agreed to a city plan to improve
NBC’s Tim Russert dead at 58
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tim Russert, who pointedly but politely questioned hundreds of the powerful and influential as moderator of NBC’s “Meet the Press,” died Friday of an apparent heart attack. The network’s Washington bureau chief was 58. In addition to his weekly program, Russert made periodic appearances on the network’s other news shows, was moderator for numerous political debates and wrote two best-selling books. NBC interrupted its regular programming to announce Russert’s death, and in the ensuing moments, familiar faces such as Tom Brokaw, Andrea Mitchell and Brian Williams took turns mourning his loss.
Niles chief vows to continue drug sweeps of city high-crime areas
NILES — Police Chief Bruce Simeone says sweeps of high-crime areas to find wanted felons will
Conglose found guilty of improperly receiving bonus pay
YOUNGSTOWN — A judge found Carmen S. Conglose Jr., the city’s former deputy director of public
Tips offered at budgeting, credit and debt seminar at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — “Do you want to know how old I was when I said ‘Charge it.’ for the first time?” Mary
Warren police investigate early morning shooting
WARREN — Police are investigating a barroom shooting early today that left a 31-year-old man
Black bear sighted in Liberty Township
LIBERTY — Township police are tracking a small bear that has been cited in various locations across
Fire causes $60K damage to St. Stephen of Hungary School
YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters extinguished a fire in the roof of the St. Stephens of Hungary School, 858
BBC Report: Calzaghe won't fight Pavlik, but read why
Calzaghe: It's not beyond the realms of possibility that we will face each other, but I think Roy Jones is the right fight for me at the moment.
Pontiac G6 is Mahoning Valley’s top-selling vehicle.
The Pontiac G6 has replaced the Chevrolet Trailblazer as the area’s best-selling vehicle. The G6
City officials meet with downtown developer Frangos today
YOUNGSTOWN — City officials, including the mayor, meet at 2 p.m. today behind closed doors with
French & Indian War symposium set this weekend in Mercer
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County Historical Society is helping to sponsor a French & Indian War re-
Trumbull County man arrested in theft of diesel fuel
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A Trumbull County business owner is charged with using a truck trailer with a
Youngstown schools schedule community meetings
YOUNGSTOWN — The city school district will have two community meetings in August to inform the
Special Olympics state summer games ahead
COLUMBUS — Special Olympics athletes from Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties will be
Officials back Coitsville U.S. 422 initiative
Ohio should cash in on Pennsylvania racino traffic, officials say. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
John Cusack takes on McCain in political ad
John Cusack takes on McCain in political ad LOS ANGELES — Why has John Cusack jumped into the
Youngstown, suburbs differ on regional cooperation
Opinion: Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams preaches regionalism while selling a proposal to use city water system
‘Top Chef’ cooks up a winner
The winner said the show was definitely grueling. NEW YORK — It took four seasons, but a woman
Leader of Coptic Orthodox Church has surgery
CLEVELAND (AP) — Pope Shenouda III, the leader of Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Church, had surgery
Hopeful’s ties to be ammo for GOP ads
The GOP chairman refused to exclude video of Obama’s former pastor from ads. WASHINGTON —
City schools fight ongoing deficit
The district is losing $26 million this year to charter schools, the treasurer said.
U.S. OPEN ROUNDUP \News and notes
Scott happy with opening round: The “other guy” in the marquee threesome was happy with his opening
Alive Festival continues to grow but manages to stay under radar
People from all over the world have attended the festival in Stark County. For the past 21
All weekend
All weekend Onstage “Echoes of the War,” 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, New
the scoop
the scoop define your denim Jeans are a classic look, but wearing the same style day after day
TEMPORARY POOLS
TEMPORARY POOLS Restrictions Different communities have different regulations on temporary
All eyes on Phil, Woods at Open
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The focus fell to golf’s best players, with fans crammed together a dozen deep in
National Business Digest
NATION United adds $15 bag fee CHICAGO — United Airlines will follow rival American Airlines in
Pakistan should be watched closely
Opinion: The most urgent foreign policy problem that the next U.S. president will face won’t be Iraq. Nor
Movie Reviews
“Baby Mama” (C):Kate Holbrook (Tina Fey) is a successful businesswoman with an unfortunate T-shaped
Mates of State: While they are mates, they’re not mushy
The band is on tour with a string band. Marital bliss may be something we all strive for but
GM considers selling its Hummer brand
With gas prices rising, the Hummer niche market is all but disappearing. DETROIT (AP) — As if high
All-star Football
OHSFCA North-South Classic When: 4 p.m. Where: Ohio Stadium, Columbus Tickets: $5 Big 33
A championship season for spring sports in Valley
Editorial: Start with a healthy helping of fierce athletic prowess. Season with 10 years of skillful
ATHLETIC GROUPS
ATHLETIC GROUPS X McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens room of
Portman to speak at Columbiana Co. event
SALEM — Rob Portman, considered a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential
If you go
If you go Who: Alive Christian Music Festival Where: Clay’s Park Resort, near Canal Fulton
Gains wants challenger off ballot
The Ohio Democratic Party is supporting the prosecutor. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County
Youngstown should consider JEDD plans of other cities
Opinion: Youngstown should consider JEDD plans of other cities EDITOR: Mayor Jay Williams, in his
Montoya, Ganassi repair relationship
The driver had openly questioned the direction of Ganassi’s NASCAR team. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — As
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David Merchant Jr., 51, of 276 Fairgreen Ave., Apt. 1.,
Justices: Guantanamo detainees have right to appeal to U.S. civilian courts
The Supreme Court justices were sharply divided. WASHINGTON (AP) — In a stinging rebuke to
AUTO RACING ROUNDUP News and notes
Corvette aiming for another Le Mans win: Corvette Racing will be going after its sixth class win in
Officials praise Boy Scouts for actions at camp
The boys had taken part in a mock emergency drill the day before the tornado hit. BLENCOE, Iowa
Monster fold at WPT Championship
There’s been a lot of online chatter about a monster fold recently made by former WSOP Main Event
Ruling means new law may be needed, Bush says
ROME (AP) — President Bush on Thursday strongly disagreed with a Supreme Court ruling that clears
Couple devastated by thoughtless actions of disloyal friends
Dear Annie: My husband and I have been friends with “Archie and Betty” for 20 years. Betty is my
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY Treatments High-intensity oxygen provided through HBOT increases the
REGION
REGION RTI to supply flight groups PITTSBURGH — RTI International Metals, which has a facility
Vindy.com News Podcast for June 13, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, June 13, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD June 6
Tough break: Soriano out six weeks
The Cubs outfielder has a broken left hand. CHICAGO (AP) — Alfonso Soriano’s bat had come around
MLB ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 6, Rangers 5 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Alex Gordon and Mike Aviles each hit a
So, you want to see McCain in Valley? Prepare to ante up
A picture with the GOP nominee is $10,000 a couple. HOWLAND — If you want to see U.S. Sen.
Today is Friday, June 13, the 165th day of 2008. There are 201 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Friday, June 13, the 165th day of 2008. There are 201 days left in the year. On this date
Friday's Best Bets on TV
“Can You Duet” (8 p.m., CMT): So it’s not “American Idol,” but the singers in “Can You Duet” surely
May sees jump in retail sales
WASHINGTON — Retail sales jumped by the largest amount in six months in May as 57 million economic
Canfield board OKs new contract
Teachers ratified the contract 155-22. CANFIELD — The school board has approved a three-year
This week's High Five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. NBA Finals Game 2: L.A. Lakers vs.
Forum Health names new board chairman
The best opportunity for Forum to survive and thrive is as one system, he says. YOUNGSTOWN —
“We are warning the government again. We want a full-fledged renegotiation, not continuous
Opinion: “We are warning the government again. We want a full-fledged renegotiation, not continuous
Wash that gunk right out of the tub — with shampoo
Dear Heloise: If you want to have a really clean bathtub, use shampoo to clean it occasionally. It
Will experience or positions sway voters?
Opinion: At times recently, Barack Obama almost seems to be trying to help make John McCain’s case that he
Ohio to get relief from high temperatures
This week’s intense weather in the upper Mississippi valley — storms, floods and tornadoes — isn’t
Hints for wearing fashionable floaty, filmy fabrics and belts
Floaty, filmy fabrics turned up on the spring runways of such designers as Marc Jacobs and Rodarte.
Number of illnesses tied to tomatoes jumps to 228
WASHINGTON (AP) — The toll from salmonella-tainted tomatoes jumped to 228 illnesses Thursday as the
Washington’s Ovechkin earns NHL MVP honors
TORONTO (AP) — Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals earned plenty of consolation prizes in a
Embarrassment Row
Washington Post: Ah, Embassy Row. Just the sound of those words conjures glamorous images of
YOUNGSTOWN CLASS B LEAGUE
YOUNGSTOWN CLASS B LEAGUE YOUNGSTOWN EXPRESS 12, ACTION 5 Express0230043—12136
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,
Cincy’s Johnson shows up, sits out
The disgruntled wideout is either ailing, or bailing on his team. CINCINNATI (AP) — Chad Johnson
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Giants: Less than four months after winning the Super Bowl, center Shaun O’Hara isn’t happy because
To save, district tightens busing
Austintown is taking several steps to improve bus safety. AUSTINTOWN — Superintendent Doug
Brookfield board member guilty of assault temporarily suspended
Two board members had a physical quarrel at a March meeting. BROOKFIELD — A board of education
Liberty divulges chief’s ouster terms
Anthony Slifka will officially be retired Dec. 31 if he accepts the $41,000 agreement. LIBERTY
Relay for Life event planned for weekend
Music, youth activities and food play a big part. NEW MIDDLETOWN — For two women involved in
Six to compete at Midwest Meet
Seniors James Allen of East High, Evan Klepec of Boardman, T.J. Holland of McDonald, Audra Frimpong
Knee-Deep in debate
Some communities require a permit for temporary pools Pool owners could be unknowingly violating
Fuel theft charge
Fuel theft charge HERMITAGE, Pa. — Larry L. Donaldson of 2120 Kinsman Road in North Bloomfield,
TCTC treasurer: Keep eye on reimbursementsSFlb
CHAMPION — The Trumbull Career and Technical Center Board of Education was warned by its treasurer
Couple finds calling in Peace Corps
The couple will now spend time teaching in China. LIBERTY — Eli and RyAnn Heller are not the
Foreclosure filings up 48% over a year ago
Foreclosures aren’t likely to peak until this fall, one expert predicts. WASHINGTON (AP) — The
Man charged in North Side murder
YOUNGSTOWN — A fourth suspect has been indicted in the Nov. 18 shooting death of James E. Dow in a
House OKs 3 more months of benefits for all jobless
House OKs 3 more months of benefits for all jobless WASHINGTON — The House on Thursday approved an
The ‘other’ Justin Hicks takes lead at Torrey Pines
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Justin Hicks went to the golf course, took a walk around, had a beer and a
Hospitals offer oxygen therapy
Tissue oxygenation can arrest certain types of infections and enhance wound healing. WARREN —
Riding With Dave Blaney
Last week: The Hartford native had his worst performance in his last five races at Pocono Raceway,
Today on Television
TODAY 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: “Live From the U.S. Open.” 11 a.m. (ESPN) Golf: “U.S. Open Extra.” 11
District, OAPSE reach agreement
AUSTINTOWN — Negotiators from the township school district and the nonteaching Ohio Association of
Area Sports Digest
AREA Smith, Berdis will be honored YOUNGSTOWN — Ceremonies to honor Brad Smith and Ron Berdis
Girl, 16, is shot to death
The victim was likely not the target. YOUNGSTOWN — A call that went out as a car crash on the
Baseball Notices
BASEBALL Pitching — lessons are available by For information, calling (330) 550-1619. Class B
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, deals with record-level flooding
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — The Cedar River poured over its banks here Thursday, forcing the
Smears prompt Obama Web site
Rumors about Obama’s wife led the candidate to launch a rumor-debunking Web site. WASHINGTON (AP)
The Celtics are one win from claiming their 17th NBA championship in history.
The Celtics are one win from claiming their 17th NBA championship in history. LOS ANGELES (AP) —
Indians ignore injuries, put trouncing on Twins
Despite five key players on the DL, the Tribe crushed Minnesota, 12-2. CLEVELAND (AP) — Ben
R&J rallies past Simon
STRUTHERS — Steve McNeely drove home the tying run with a sacrifice fly in the top of the seventh
Man’s shooting of cop prompts prison term
The defendant said he had no plan or motive for the shooting. YOUNGSTOWN — The man who pleaded
Red-hot Doumit leads Bucs
The catcher went 9-for-11 with four homers and seven RBIs in the three-game set. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Ford has record ’08 for Bears
HICKORY, N.C. — Dan Ford of Boardman enjoyed an All-American and record-breaking season with the
Process to reaccredit cops ends
The Boardman police chief pointed to expense and fewer staff as the reasons. BOARDMAN — In 2006,
Victor Martinez on DL, slated for elbow surgery
He’ll be joined by second baseman Josh Barfield. CLEVELAND (AP) — All-Star catcher Victor Martinez
McCain to discuss trade in Canada
The Republican said it’s possible he’ll take his message elsewhere, too. OTTAWA (AP) — Republican
Canfield trustee resigns position
Trustee Bill Reese denies that a new township job was created for the resigning trustee.
Salem to honor local veterans
A new monument will list the names of local residents who died fighting in all of America’s wars.
Wednesday’s Games
Wednesday’s Games American League Seattle 2, Toronto 1 L.A. Angels 4, Tampa Bay 2 Boston 6,
Men sentenced in burglary case
One more burglary defendant gets sentenced today. YOUNGSTOWN — A man who pleaded guilty to a
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Carlene Silver and Robert Hanni, Youngstown, boy, June 11.
Strickland signs jobs bill, vetoes provision
COLUMBUS (AP) — Gov. Ted Strickland has signed a $1.57 billion jobs bill, vetoing a ban on funding
Judge refuses to set execution hearing
The judge has ordered the prosecutor to furnish 911 tapes today. YOUNGSTOWN — Defense lawyers
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