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Girard man unhurt after plane crashes into trees
BRACEVILLE — A Girard man was not hurt when his small plane crashed into some trees just south of
Skeleton found in Bazetta Township ditch
BAZETTA — A person reported finding the skeletal remains of a body in the 600 block of Geauga-
Blessing of the bikes at Sts. Peter and Paul church
YOUNGSTOWN — In heaven there is no beer, but there are polkas and motorcycles at church. Sts.
Sons discuss how their dads made an impact on their lives
YOUNGSTOWN — For three men, the decision to follow in their fathers’ footsteps and become
Drive-in today retains elements of yesterdays
WARREN — Brightly colored balloons and streamers decorate the concession area at the Elm Road Triple
Brother’s murder recalled, 20 years later
GREENVILLE, Pa. — There is a park in Greenville that’s special to Mike Pratt. Pratt said he met a
Juneteenth in Warren celebrates freedom
WARREN — Organizers say Saturday’s 7th annual Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom at Quinby Park on
Boil order for Skyline Drive in Canfield
CANFIELD — The city of Canfield has issued a boil order for residents on Skyline Drive until Tuesday
Rain Cancels Sharon Speedway Saturday
HARTFORD —Action at Sharon Speedway is canceled for Saturday night. The “Ollies Outlet” 360 NASCAR
Pontiac G6 emerges as area’s best-selling car
New vehicle sales were up in May, while used vehicle sales fell. The Pontiac G6 has replaced
Blewitt ready for U.S. Trials next month
In July, the Boardman graduate will compete for an Olympic spot. BOARDMAN — Feeling better and
Jessica Smith eliminated at U.S. Olympic trials
The Austintown teenager lost her first two wrestling matches, both by pins. LAS VEGAS — Four
City moves to void ’Hounds pact
The team’s owner says the mayor’s decision is ‘ridiculous.’ YOUNGSTOWN — The city has filed
Sugar defeats Wharmby; storms postpone rest
STRUTHERS — Dave Sugar Excavating scored six times in the final two innings to defeat Wharmby Sports
Wolves maul Thunder
Arena football Mahoning Valley set records that it would prefer to forget. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Frangos accepts plan for repairs
A cost estimate and time frame for the temporary improvement work should be done in a week.
Artist’s home preserved
One of the artist’s paintings recently sold for $1.3 million. SALEM — Visitors to the
McGuffey proposed again as name
The library is being built in McGuffey Heights, the society president said. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Testimony: I-80 toll would hurt Pa.
Some fear putting a toll on the interstate will drive truckers away. SHARON, Pa. — Making
Club hopes to entice with new Wii
The Youngstown Club wants to attract new members. YOUNGSTOWN — In the cool, comfortable
School fire extinguished
School fire extinguished YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters extinguished a fire in the roof of St. Stephen
Faison aims to get back on ballot in independent run for sheriff
The former sheriff’s captain contends he’s eligible to run for office. YOUNGSTOWN — Howard L.
Orioles rally past Bucs in 1979 throwback tilt
Baltimore came from five runs behind to past a 9-6 win over the Pirates. BALTIMORE (AP) — They
Man denies ballgame threat
The accused said his medical problems make him especially fearful for his safety.
Despite injuries, Indians positive
Even with five regulars out, the Indians still believe in each other. CLEVELAND (AP) — Despite a
Police track black bear spotted in Liberty
LIBERTY — Township police are tracking a small bear that has been sighted in various locations.
Storms down trees, power lines
YOUNGSTOWN — Communities said trees, tree limbs and power lines were down, but there were no serious
Woman reports stabbing, car theft
YOUNGSTOWN — A woman told police she was stabbed in the arm and scraped up as she struggled with a
County approves park land funding
LISBON — A plan to preserve land near Beaver Creek State Park topped a regional bid for state money,
Anniversary of ordination
Anniversary of ordination YOUNGSTOWN — A Mass and dinner at Our Lady of Hungary Church, 545 N.
Attitudes changing toward family
Opinion: Two fascinating new legal trends reflect society’s sea change in attitude toward family and
Hunter, trapper education
Hunter, trapper education INFORMATION — Ohio: Call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
Hot sellers
Hot sellers Top 10 Best-selling vehicles in the Mahoning Valley in May: 1. Pontiac G6: 252
ACC’s drought could end in CWS
Miami, North Carolina and Florida State are among the top four seeds. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — It’s been
Conglose’s improper pay earns 30-day sentence
The ex-city worker can’t hold a public job for the next seven years. YOUNGSTOWN — Carmen S.
Cardinals’ Pujols hits the 15-day disabled list
A strained left calf has the St. Louis slugger on the bench. ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols is
MLB ROUNDUP Friday’s other games
Interleague Reds 3, Red Sox 1 CINCINNATI — Jay Bruce and Adam Dunn hit solo homers and Aaron
Meltdown ends Hicks’ hopes for contention
The first-round co-leader short a 9-over 80. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Justin Hicks scurried around Torrey
Today is Saturday, June 14, the 166th day of 2008. There are 200 days left in the year. This is Flag
Today is Saturday, June 14, the 166th day of 2008. There are 200 days left in the year. This is Flag
October wedding for Katie Hoskins and David Frank
X YOUNGSTOWN — Katie Hoskins, 122 N. Portage Path, Akron, and David Frank, 1010 Merriman, Akron,
Upon further review, instant replay is very near
MLB and umpires have begun talks to OK adding technology usage. NEW YORK (AP) — Instant replay
Signed form gives vet permission to treat pet
Dear Heloise: I wanted to remind readers of one very important thing that people should do when
Pittsburgh synagogue features biblical garden
PITTSBURGH — Biblical Botanical Garden at Rodef Shalom synagogue, 4905 Fifth Ave., is marking its
Baptist convention faces upheaval and loss
The annual meeting is looking at solutions to multiple problems. DALLAS — The voices in the
Jury acquits R. Kelly
CHICAGO (AP) — R. Kelly was acquitted of all charges Friday after less than a day of deliberations
Other men look at her, but husband doesn’t
Dear Annie: I’ve been married for 40 years to a man who has cheated on me repeatedly. Over the
Iraq \Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki declared Friday that talks
Liberty, Girard residents need details about police
Editorial: Liberty Township’s police department has a temporary leader — in the wake of Chief Anthony Slifka’s
The bold and the new unite in chunks of color
Associated Press CHUNKS OF COLOR: Designer Lisa Perry wears a dress that shows how chunks of color
Strong earthquake shakes northern Japan
TOKYO (AP) — A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocked northern Japan early today, swaying
Inflation rises in May, as do food, gas prices
WASHINGTON (AP) — Soaring energy costs pushed inflation up in May at the fastest pace in six months.
To catch smallmouth bass, bait with pink flukes near rock piles
For the next month, most of the fish will be nesting and spawning in the shallows. DETROIT —
Here’s how to choose a running mate
Opinion: WASHINGTON — The basic rule of choosing a vice-presidential candidate is in the Hippocratic oath:
Expertise vs. opinion, in ‘obesity crisis’
Opinion: For nearly a decade now, I’ve been writing about controversies regarding the relationship between
Sledd-Wilmouth engagement told, wedding planned
X AUSTINTOWN — John and Cornelia Sledd of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
Iowa residents evacuate; drinking water all but gone
More storms are expected in the Cedar Rapids area this weekend. CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — Hospital
Brooks & Dunn ventures into literature
‘The Adventures of Slim and Howdy’ is divided into short chapters for easy reading. After 15
May death toll higher in Afghanistan than in Iraq
Afghanistan was higher in both combat and noncombat deaths. BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) — It’s a grim
Jamie Foxx and stylist settle lawsuit over fees
Jamie Foxx and stylist settle lawsuit over fees LOS ANGELES — Jamie Foxx needs no help getting
FINANCE
FINANCE Helpful tips The Ohio Tuition Trust Authority advises there are many ways to educate
news shows \Sunday lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Former Sens. Fred Thompson,
Girl struck by lightning; wins lottery the next day
Girl struck by lightning; wins lottery the next day BLANCHARD, Mich. — No one quite understands
Pentecost recalls Holy Spirit’s transforming power
On Sunday, the Orthodox Church will celebrate the feast of Pentecost. This major feast day of the
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Sunday: The Lifelock 400 in Long Pond, Pa., is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m., with network television
Two charged with breaking and entering
YOUNGSTOWN — Two city men were arraigned Friday in Youngstown Municipal Court on felony charges of
Habeas corpus reaffirmed
Opinion: Scripps Howard: Habeas corpus, the Great Writ, is a legal principle first articulated in medieval
Budgeting seminar aids women
The seminar offered sessions that focused on women and money. YOUNGSTOWN — “Do you want to
Kalbasky-Saxon wedding to be in St. Nicholas Church
X STRUTHERS — Gary and JoAnne Kalbasky of Struthers are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Pleasant Grove video is among 15 finalists
YOUNGSTOWN — Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church, 3919 Southern Blvd., is one of 15 finalists in the
Drummer finds niche with Three Miles Out
The Champion native has been drumming for more than two decades. Over the past two decades,
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen D. Keel, 30, Menlo Park, Calif., and Stacey Crawford,
Comic casts cancer as the villain
A new superhero teaches children how to be more than just a cancer survivor. YOUNGSTOWN—
Experts: End of midsize SUV in sight
Midsize SUV sales were down 38 percent for the month of May. DETROIT (AP) — Even in northern
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ Channel 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ Channel 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable
PEMBERTON, N.J. (AP) — Reports of rising inflation and weak gains in wages kept the paycheck
PEMBERTON, N.J. (AP) — Reports of rising inflation and weak gains in wages kept the paycheck
Woman involved in burglary gets 2 years
‘She orchestrated everything,’ the burglary victim told the judge. YOUNGSTOWN — A woman who
Pioneers paved way for anglers
Thirty years ago, a small group of pioneers set out to explore mysterious waters off Ohio’s north
Britt-Schneider troth announced, wedding in fall
XGIRARD — The engagement of Kathleen Marie Britt of Girard and Eugene Joseph Schneider of Canfield
Cultivate plants rooted in the Bible to create your own Eden SFlb
Gardening has a biblical connection and spiritual ties. People who grow gardens grow in faith,
CE-PEO Sisterhood meeting place is corrected
CE-PEO Sisterhood meeting place is corrected YOUNGSTOWN — Chapter CE-PEO Sisterhood will meet at
Forum to focus on justice
VILLA MARIA, Pa. — Sisters of the Humility of Mary will sponsor a Forum for Sisters from June 21-
Fathers will be inspired by the divine model
Every day was Father’s Day for Jesus of Nazareth. “Didn’t you know I must be about my father’s
vacation bible school Sessions in the area
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the
anniversary couples \Mass and reception planned
Bishop George V. Murry will celebrate a special Mass at 2 p.m. June 22 at St. Columba Cathedral, 159
Business news digest
REGION Jameson Health System names new president, CEO NEW CASTLE — Douglas Danko has been named
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: Brian R. Thompson, 49, of
Scout deaths prompt Ohio camps to review safety
The deaths of four Boy Scouts killed in a tornado in Iowa have prompted camp directors and Scout
Dominant Curlin wins all in SSRq08
The 2007 Horse of the Year is the favorite in today’s race. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A week ago,
Rain washes out NASCAR qualifier
That will put Kyle Busch on the pole for the Lifelock 400 race Sunday. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) — Kyle
Woman injured in Pa. Turnpike crash
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A woman was injured in an accident Friday on the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s toll road
Goodtime tour celebrates 50 years
The boats have been cruising down the Cuyahoga River and on Lake Erie since 1958. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Calzaghe looks to bypass Pavlik
The 36-year-old Welsh boxer didn’t rule a fight sometime later. It looks like Joe Calzaghe’s
nascar roundup News and notes
No answers: So much for Hendrick Motorsports lapping the competition again this year. Dale Earnhardt
City schools to save on busing with new CBS contract
CBS is guaranteeing the district $1 million in annual savings in transportation costs.
STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER
For experts, Flag Day is a time to educate The official Flag Code was adopted by Congress in 1942.
Rivers seeks ultimate Father’s Day tribute
The Celtics coach is one win away from achieving a longtime dream. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Doc Rivers
Aching Woods hits stride, trails by one
Stuart Appleby has a stroke edge at the U.S. Open in California. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Even with a sore
NASCAR upset over complaints
Officials said drivers are complaining too much about cars, tracks and conditions. BROOKLYN, Mich.
WNBA Roundup Friday’s games
Fever 76, Dream 67 ATLANTA — Tan White scored a season-high 21 points and the Indiana Fever held
Pa. governer signs statewide smoking ban
The state is one of more than 30 to enact smoking bans. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The idea was still
Malkin willing to deal with Pens
The All-Star center can sign a contract extension on July 1. PITTSBURGH (AP) — All-Star center
“Lobstermen: Jeopardy at Sea: ‘The Hunt Begins’” (7 p.m., Discovery): If you
“Lobstermen: Jeopardy at Sea: ‘The Hunt Begins’” (7 p.m., Discovery): If you are a fan of “Deadliest
LSU’s Trinidad sprinters excel at NCAA gathering
Florida State’s men’s team leads with 32 points. DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Trinidad had a big night
The numbers | Wolves 79, Thunder 55
Manchester20202613—79 Mahoning Valley621721—55 First Quarter MAN — Bryant,Lamar 1 yd run
Company sues owners of property
COLUMBUS (AP) — Owners of a natural gas pipeline that would extend from Colorado through Ohio have
3 Ohio men convicted in plot to train terrorists
A former U.S. soldier posed as a radical and recorded the men for two years. CLEVELAND (AP) —
NBC’s Russert dies at age 58
The well-know ‘Meet the Press’ moderator died suddenly Friday afternoon. WASHINGTON (AP) — Tim
Stambaugh Building
STAMBAUGH BUILDING Time line March 6, 2006: USA Parking Systems Inc., a Cleveland company owned
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Christopher and Joyce Harris, Canfield, boy, June 12.