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Vehicle hits utility pole, closes street in Hermitage
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A vehicle struck a utility pole in the 2000 block of Lynnwood Drive at 8:30 p.m.
Traffic camera coming to Campbell
Law Director Mark J. Kolmacic said it will be up to Police Chief Gus Sarigianopoulos to place the
Economic zone for three cities under discussion
Struthers council will vote next Wednesday on a resolution to have Youngstown pay for a $92,000
No guarantee of success with Chevy Centre management company
YOUNGSTOWN — There’s no guarantee that the hiring of a management company to assist the city-owned
Liberty trustees seek public input on trash issue
LIBERTY — Trustees are not ready to make a decision on an exclusive refuse hauler here until they
Ryan and Wilson support drilling on leased land
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley’s representatives in the U.S. House support a proposal requiring
Busted pump closes Borts Pool on opening day
YOUNGSTOWN — Borts Pool on the city’s West Side didn’t even make a splash before a broken back flow
Oak Express in Boardman closing June 30.
BOARDMAN — The Oak Express furniture store at 444 Boardman-Canfield Road (U.S. Route 224) is slated
Rick Ross concert at Chevy is canceled
Sunday’s concert by hip-hop star Rick Ross at Chevrolet Centre in Youngstown has been canceled by
Legal fight develops over sale of WCI Steel
WARREN — A legal fight has developed over the sale of WCI Steel. Minority shareholders in the
Trumbull Co. roads under repair, detours posted
The Trumbull County engineer is closing portions of two county roads for repairs. Warner Road on
Registration under way for benefit motorcycle run
AUSTINTOWN — The 18th annual Fred Perry Benefit Motorcycle Run for Kids is set to take place Aug. 17
McDonald will accept applications for school board vacancy
McDONALD—The McDonald school board will start accepting letters of interest Monday for the opening
Warrant issued for man accused of robbing Warren elementary school
WARREN — A court has issued an arrest warrant for a 21-year-old Warren man who is a suspect in the
Bones found in Bazetta to be taken to D.C. for further analysis
BAZETTA — Human bones discovered during the weekend along Geauga-Portage Easterly Road will be taken
Woods will miss rest of golf season
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Tiger Woods will miss rest of golf season, says a person familiar with the decision
Canfield sets Arbor Day ceremony for Friday
CANFIELD — The Canfield Parks, Recreation and Cemetery Board will have its Arbor Day ceremony at
New poll: Obama has slight lead over McCain in 3 swing states
COLUMBUS — U.S. Hillary Clinton’s exit from the presidential race has given U.S. Barack Obama a
During slump, Goodwill hunting bags savings
BOARDMAN — Rosemary Innocenzi of Youngstown is a bargain shopping pro. “I go to all of the
Portion of Fifth Avenue near YSU will close Friday for derby
YOUNGSTOWN — Fifth Avenue between Grant and Wood streets will be closed from 5 p.m. Friday until 8
Vendors may apply for Salem crafts show
SALEM — The 20th Annual Arts & Crafts in the Park show will take place rain or shine from 9 a.m. to
Omega Council has installation ceremony
Omega Council of York Rite Masonry had its annual open installation at the Salem Masonic building.
Exchange student program seeks families and others
LA JOLLA, Calif.— The Academic Foundation for International Cultural Exchange is seeking community
Calumet Lodge to have scholarship banquet
FARRELL, Pa. — Calumet Lodge 25, Free and accepted Masons, Prince Hall Affiliation, will have its
Rose show scheduled at Riverside Gardens
Rose show scheduled at Riverside Gardens YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley Rose Society has scheduled
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout events planned
THURSDAY X Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will sell
Relocating GM employees seen to aid housing market
Real estate experts anticipate that the nudge in the local market may grow to a spike.
Chevy Centre deal up for vote
If everything goes according to the plan, SMG would start Thursday. YOUNGS-TOWN — City
Area schools are ready for more kids
Officials anticipate a possible influx with workers transferring to the GM plant. LORDSTOWN —
Valley sees home construction decline
Officials are anticipating an upturn this or next year. AUSTINTOWN — In nearly 27 years as
Pools open for summer use
Pool prices are reasonable: 50 cents for kids under 18 and $1 for adults. YOUNGSTOWN — For the
Foster home grads honored
Three graduates from foster homes already know what they plan for their lives. WARREN — Three
Realtor ‘works for food’ to help needy
The Realtor has been offered food and money as he stands at a corner in Cortland. CORTLAND —
Reynolds leads Rockies over Indians, 10-2
DENVER (AP) — Greg Reynolds pitched six strong innings and led Colorado’s season-high 17-hit attack
Fatal Mercer Co. crash
Fatal Mercer Co. crash MERCER, Pa. — A man was killed in a two-car crash Monday afternoon on Pa.
Man pleads innocent in assault case
The matter will be back before the court July 2. LIBERTY — A township man charged with
LeBron helps Cleveland residents get into shape
The Cavs star is leading a Cleveland team in ‘The 50 Million Pound Challenge.’ CLEVELAND (AP) —
YSU hires Tiffin’s Campbell for softball
Campbell was the winningest softball coach in Tiffin history. YOUNGSTOWN — Brian Campbell, the
Taco Bell, Wendy’s start using tomatoes again
Taco Bell, Wendy’s start using tomatoes again Two fast food companies are putting tomatoes back on
NBA FINALS Celtics vs. Lakers
June 5: Boston 98, L.A. Lakers 88 June 8: Boston 108, L.A. Lakers 102 June 10: L.A. Lakers 87,
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games INTERLEAGUE Philadelphia 8, Boston 2 N.Y. Mets 9, L.A. Angels 6 Florida 6,
On area diamonds Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL TRI T COLT Classic Division Hubbard Midland Title 9, Warren 7 Campbell CPD 16,
Energy upgrades pay off for MRDD
The agency added two vans to its transportation fleet. AUSTINTOWN — The $1.1 million in energy
Girard man awaits sentencing
YOUNGSTOWN — A Girard man will be sentenced at 10 a.m. Thursday to up to 20 years in prison after a
McGinnis strikes out 15 in Rondinelli’s 3-1 win
The Class AA League’s Metros scored the deciding run on a hit batter, wild pitch, sacrifice bunt
Brother marks murder anniversary
Mike Pratt fought to keep those involved in his brother’s death in prison. GREENVILLE, Pa. —
NOTES FROM EASTWOOD
Opening night: Tuesday night marked the opening of the 60th season for the New York-Penn League. The
White Sox tee off often; Pirates bombed, 16-5
Chicago enjoyed season highs in runs and hits to rout Pittsburgh. CHICAGO (AP) — Jermaine Dye, Joe
Teens repay storytelling seniors with service
One storytelling senior citizen said Cleveland needs more projects like this one. CLEVELAND (AP) —
MILTON TOWNSHIP Agenda
Meeting Tuesday, Milton Township trustees handled these matters: Passed a motion to enter into
Holy Trinity to host Juneteenth event
YOUNGSTOWN — Holy Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 505 Parkcliffe Ave., will have its sixth annual
MLB ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Dodgers 3, Reds 1 CINCINNATI — Right-hander Chad Billingsley took a shutout into
Trial begins in YSU robbery cases
Police believe the robberies were committed with a realistic-looking toy gun. YOUNGSTOWN —
White Sox rout Pirates
White Sox rout Pirates Jermaine Dye, Joe Crede, Orlando Cabrera and Jim Thome homered Tuesday
Olympic basketball coach prepares to reveal roster
LeBron James and Kobe Bryant are expected to be the team leaders in China. DURHAM, N.C. (AP) —
Scrappers squeak past Crosscutters in opener
Mahoning Valley 4, Williamsport 3 Cleveland’s top draftee, Lonnie Chisenhall, made a good
Girl, 15, punches man in front of police, is stunned twice by officer
A police report said the man was not defending himself when attacked by the juvenile. NILES — A
More gay couples wed in California
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Serenaded by a gay men’s chorus, showered with rose petals and toasted with
Car bomb kills 51 in Baghdad
It was the deadliest attack in Baghdad since a pair of bombings in March. BAGHDAD (AP) — A car
Mississippi River breaks through levee in Illinois
GULFPORT, Ill. (AP) — The rising Mississippi River broke through a levee Tuesday, forcing
Exercising brain: Can games help?
NEW YORK (AP) — Chester Santos has been training his brain for seven years. At 32, he’s not
GOLF GLANCE This week’s events
PGA TOUR Travelers Championship Site: Cromwell, Conn. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: TPC
Cuban TV shows first images of Castro in 6 months
HAVANA (AP) — Cuban television on Tuesday showed the first images of Fidel Castro in six months,
Cobalts: Can’t get enough
Dealers say it’s difficult to keep them on lots Two local dealers scrambled to find Cobalts as
Thunder’s defenders lack major stops
Mahoning Valley gave up 79 points last week to Manchester. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley
Girl involved in charity scam in Cleveland area
The girl, who claimed to be 12, promised donors passes to Cedar Point. CLEVELAND (AP) — A girl
Cornersburg Giant Eagle prepares to close; residents lament the loss
The mayor said he and his wife frequent this store. YOUNGSTOWN — Beginning July 13, shoppers
Kahne gives fans their money’s worth
Tony Stewart had more to say about dirt racing than NASCAR’s Sprint Cup series. HARTFORD —
Baghdad \Deadly bombings
Some deadly bombings in Baghdad this year: Tuesday: A car bomb tears through a market area in
Couple loses family coverage case
State law once allowed insurance companies to exclude family members from medical coverage.
Flood of fun rainwear takes fashion by storm
McClatchy Tribune BRING ON THE RAIN: Katie Cross, 11, a sixth-grader at Georgetown Middle School
Method recreates flour formula
CHICAGO — Bryan Kadel of Wheaton, Ill., offered an answer to Diane O’Donohue’s recent request for
“After eight years of incompetence, neglect and failure, we need change.”
Opinion: “After eight years of incompetence, neglect and failure, we need change.” Former vice president Al
Plans announced for Gray-Rea Aug. 16 wedding
X POLAND — Announced by Edward and Suzanne Gray of Poland is the engagement of their daughter, Dr.
Gas company prepares for higher rates in July
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state is already preparing for the prospect that Ohioans will have difficulty
Prices
Prices At the stores Donations and purchases at Goodwill stores help fund programs and services
Hamas reaches cease-fire with Israel
JERUSALEM (AP) — The Gaza Strip’s ruling Hamas militant group said Tuesday it has reached a cease-
OC Financial approves acquisition by First Place
OHIO OC Financial approves acquisition by First Place WARREN — The shareholders of OC Financial
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael A. Gentile, 56, of 8227 Struthers Road, Lowellville,
Elise Deramo to be September bride of Adam Stredney
X BROOKFIELD —The engagement of Elise Ann Deramo and Adam Kenneth Stredney, both of Chicago, is
NBC faces task of replacing Russert
The best-known internal candidate is Chris Matthews, host of ‘Hardball.’ NEW YORK — Still
Goodwill and other agencies operate several stores in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. Their
Goodwill and other agencies operate several stores in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. Their
Fixing an alcoholic is a do-it-yourself project
Dear Annie: I am going out with a great guy. He has a good job and a nice car, gets along with my
TODAY
TODAY 2:30 p.m. (ESPN) Soccer: Greece vs. Spain, Euro 2008. 2:30 p.m. (ESPNC) Soccer: Russia vs.
Liberty to alter trash collection
Trustees will likely vote on the new agreement today. LIBERTY — Trustees are contemplating
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Pitching — lessons are available by calling (330) 550-1619. Class B League — 18-under
Bean bonanza
Bean bonanza Bush’s Grillin’ Beans, heat-and-eat baked beans in barbecue sauce, bring quick,
CONSTRUCTION Statistics
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Survey outlines NEO wages
Some 419 Northeast Ohio businesses participated in the survey. YOUNGSTOWN — To woo a business,
With high gasoline prices, Americans on the go must consider options
Opinion: Americans are thinking about transportation this summer. Some are considering whether they can
New Firefox browser available free
NEW YORK (AP) — The new version of the Firefox Web browser became available as a free download
GM to hire more Delphi transfers
Packard is hiring 200 workers to replace people transferring to GM. About 270 of the new
Only one of the five lawyers is still in office.
Only one of the five lawyers is still in office. WASHINGTON — The framework under which
Resort clubhouse will be setting for event for Savniks
X YOUNGSTOWN — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. George Savnik of Youngstown will be
Cheap phone service calls customers
The tiny phone company offers a year of calls for $39.95. NEW YORK (AP) — What’s the fastest-
“Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a
“Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a
Baseball’s new song
Opinion: Scripps Howard: Baseball fans are increasingly divided into two classes of people — those in the
Scrappers kick off their 10th season
Scrappers kick off their 10th season kThe Mahoning Valley Scrappers began their 10th season
“Black Gold” (10 p.m., truTV): Maybe you’re still haunted by oil man Daniel
“Black Gold” (10 p.m., truTV): Maybe you’re still haunted by oil man Daniel Plainview in the film
Celtics champions after Game 6 rout
Boston celebrated another championship by walloping the Lakers, 131-92. BOSTON (AP) — On a new
Both vulnerable. North deals.
Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x10 6 5 uK 6 3 vA 7 3 2 w9 6 3 WESTEAST xK 2x9 4
Fight Schedule
Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses Today At Phuket, Thailand, Oleydong Sithsamerchai,
Brownies’ magical powers
I served “magic brownies” at our Mother’s Day dinner. Mom raved about them. Sometimes I make magic
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, executive session at 5:30 p.m., public session at 6
Death toll, prison break in Afghanistan troubling
Editorial: First came the revelation from Defense Secretary Robert Gates that last month, more American and
sales
sales Best months Top-selling months for the Chevrolet Cobalt, which was introduced in October
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: June 12 Burglary: An Applecrest Drive man
Billy Ray Cyrus regrets not staying for photo shoot
Billy Ray Cyrus regrets not staying for photo shoot NEW YORK — Billy Ray Cyrus says he wasn’t
Consumers rediscover value in tap water
More water buyers are deciding that bottled water is a rip-off. Tap water is making a comeback.
Contrast makes chicken stir-fry dish come alive
Departing from the norm can spark interest. Stir-fry is one fine standby. With quick chopping,
Obama answers GOP critics on terrorism
WASHINGTON (AP) — A defiant Barack Obama said Tuesday he would take no lectures from Republicans on
Justice Scalia plays to fears of the nation
Opinion: Justice Antonin Scalia has been a controversial voice of fidelity to the text of the Constitution
Europe sliding toward irrelevance
Opinion: BRUSSELS, Belgium — A mere two years ago, the British author and thinker Mark Leonard published a
Is prestige worth the exorbitant cost?
Opinion: The obsession of many high school students and their parents about getting into a prestige college
The world’s YOGURTS
Ethnic yogurts are smooth, tangy, and sometimes thick enough to cut with a knife. Walking
Will ‘Wizards’ star be the next Miley?
Selena Gomez is flattered and a little embarrassed by the comparison. LOS ANGELES — She’s a
Red Sox shut out Phillies, 3-0
Tuesday’s Indians- Rockies game was not complete in time for this edition. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jon
Don’t tell; no one will know it’s mock apple pie
Dear Heloise: Many years ago, I knew of a recipe for mock apple pie that looked and tasted like real
N.Y. Mets ax manager Randolph with a dead-of-night dismissal
GM Omar Minaya announced the move with a 3:15 a.m. email. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — New York Mets
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Capazuri (Feliciano)3.202.802.60 Chad’s Got Class
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