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New Castle fire attributed to 4-year-old playing with cigarette lighter
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Firefighters said a 4-year-old boy playing with a cigarette lighter set fire to a
Police arrest Hubbard man for Youngstown South Side burglaries
YOUNGSTOWN — Police investigating a couple of residential burglar alarms on the city’s South Side
2 men arrested for trying to sell stolen scrap metal
YOUNGSTOWN — Police said they arrested two men accused of trying to sell $40 worth of stolen scrap
Firefighters extinguish roof fire at V&M Star
YOUNGSTOWN — City firefighters were called to extinguish a roof blaze at V & M Star on Martin Luther
Giants, Vizquel edge Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jonathan Sanchez won for the fifth time in six starts and Omar Vizquel dropped down
Pirates clobber Yankees, 12-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jose Bautista and Ryan Doumit homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates turned back the
Liberty trustees table trash hauler pact; fire township cop
LIBERTY — After nearly two hours of discussion, the township trustees tabled the issue of making
MVSD seeks state loan for capital improvements
MINERAL RIDGE — The Mahoning Valley Sanitary District Board of Directors has authorized a loan of
Youngstown school program targets ninth-grade boys
YOUNGSTOWN — A total of 45 city school boys headed into the ninth grade next fall are spending this
New takes on new duties at FNB Corp.
HERMITAGE, Pa. — Robert New Jr., who recently was named president and chief executive of F.N.B.
Bigowsky is out as chief, back as patrolman
GIRARD — City officials have decided a demotion to patrolman will be the punishment for Police Chief
Trumbull MRDD seeks more levy funding
NILES – The Trumbull County Board of Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities wants to place
Man convicted in golf club assault
YOUNGSTOWN — After a mere 12 minutes of deliberations, a seven-woman, five-man jury convicted a 39-
Friends, family, colleagues grieve dead policeman
STRUTHERS — “He was a plus in my life,” said a colleague. The words were spoken today in the
10,000 people expected at Westminster holiday concert
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Westminster College will host an Independence Day celebration with a free
Punishment looms for Girard’s top cop
GIRARD — Attorneys for Police Chief Frank Bigowsky have provided responses to the seven charges
Warren police investigate toddler’s burns
WARREN – City police have opened an investigation to determine how a 13-month-old girl was severely
Beaver Township newsletter available
NORTH LIMA —Copies of Beaver Township News, the township’s first newsletter, are available at the
Contract quickly inked for Chevy Centre management
YOUNGSTOWN —The irony of signing a contract with a company to help manage and promote the city-owned
East Palestine has new web site
EAST PALESTINE —The city has a new web site designed to allow residents to access information about
Firefighters smell gasoline at vacant house blaze
YOUNGSTOWN — The strong smell of gasoline was detected by firefighters late Monday night inside 411
Beaver summer program schedule changed
NORTH LIMA — The schedule for Beaver Township’s Summer Youth Program has been changed. The
REUNIONS | Former classmates, families plan get-togethers
X The Ansell family will have a reunion July 20 at Trent State Park. Lunch will be at noon. For
LOUIE TODAY: Prosecuting Bush for murder; Autism Week continues
The attorney's most famous trial was that of Charles Manson
City to OK pact for Chevy Centre
The company is providing its services to the city without a fee through the end of the year.
Gregory moves up the ladder to Norfolk
The SteelHounds’ GM now joins the AHL franchise as an executive vice president. YOUNGSTOWN —
Stretch drive begins Friday
Mahoning Valley will host the Louisville Fire in the first of its last four games. YOUNGSTOWN
Scrappers fall to Doubledays 6-1
Mahoning Valley dropped under .500 in the New York-Penn League. AUBURN, N.Y. — The Mahoning Valley
City considers new Scouts cabin
The mayor said the Scout cabin is old and insufficient. GIRARD — City leaders are mulling over
Helping Hands
Mill Creek work camp aids local needy The crews are painting, fixing porches and steps and
Called ‘one of the greats,’ Carlin mourned as counterculture hero
The comedian had performed as recently as last weekend in Las Vegas. LOS ANGELES — Seven
Wean grants go to Valley nonprofits
Community Solutions Association and Help Hotline Crisis Center received the largest awards.
Ex-Valley resident joins awareness effort
The Ford-Warriors in Pink package debuted last year. For Jackie Di Marco, remission did not
NSF director optimistic after YSU lab ceremony
Dr. Arden Bement was impressed by the diversity evident in YSU’s program. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Weekend dedicated to celebrate Poland
A Poland Idol competition will be held the second day of the event. POLAND — What started as
Brian Wilson joins lineup of Newport fest
Brian Wilson joins lineup of Newport fest NEWPORT, R.I. — The Newport Folk Festival is picking up
Girard’s chief of police to answer to conduct charges
GIRARD — Police Chief Frank Bigowsky says the charges lodged against him by city officials are
Boardman Park receives $100K donation
BOARDMAN — The SJK Charitable Fund and the Kennedy Foundation, both of the Community Foundation of
Dan Yargo played football when he was younger. He was born in Youngstown and moved to Hubbard when
Dan Yargo played football when he was younger. He was born in Youngstown and moved to Hubbard when
Northern Ohio PGA
Northern Ohio PGA Pro-1 Am Scratch Youngstown Country Club Monday Par: 71 Gary Robison
Gruver’s one-hitter paces Astros past Dave Sugar 3-2
STRUTHERS — Steve Gruver tossed a one-hitter with 12 strikeouts to lead the Astro Falcons past Dave
The mayor said the scout cabin is old and insufficient.
The mayor said the scout cabin is old and insufficient. GIRARD — City leaders are mulling over
Cheers expected for Vizquel
The Tribe’s former shortstop returns to Cleveland as a Giant. CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians will
LeBron, Kobe and Wade to lead U.S. quest for gold
Carmelo Anthony, Jason Kidd and Carlos Boozer also are on the Olympic basketball team. CHICAGO
Maz to remind Yankees of Pirates’ glory days
The Bronx Bombers and Bucs hook up in Pittsburgh for the first time in 48 seasons. PITTSBURGH
Lawmakers make more calls for restrictions on oil speculation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers continue to blame large investors for their role in propping up oil
Teens burglarize woman
Teens burglarize woman BOARDMAN —A 27-year-old woman and her three children were victims of
Small Ships Revue to set sail on Friday
SHARON, Pa. — The 28th annual Small Ships Revue will begin at 6 p.m. Friday at Quaker Steak Lube.
Walk to celebrate Alpha Kappa Alpha
YOUNGSTOWN — Members of the Youngstown chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority will take 1,908 steps
Police: Skeletal remains are of missing Ohio woman
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say they have confirmed that skeletal remains found near a
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 CITY June
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers Council, caucus, 6:15 p.m., room 11, regular meeting, 7 p.m., council
breast cancer
breast cancer Women’s programs Free and low-cost programs for qualifying women, through funding
In book, Poitier pens some letters to new generation
The film legend reflects on his legacy. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It all began when Sidney
Maryn Schwebel and Paul Been set wedding date
X CANFIELD — Dorothy and Paul Schwebel of Canfield announce the engagement of their daughter, Maryn
Paying tribute
paying tribute Honoring Carlin Youngstown Film will pay tribute to the late comedian George
Game Time - Scrappers
GAME TIME Scrappers Who: Scrappers at Auburn Doubledays When: Today, 7:05 p.m. Next: The
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Desiree Vasko and Jacob Sauceman, Canfield, girl, June
Goalie Solo is back on team
She was reinstated to the Olympic women’s soccer team after being bounced. CHICAGO (AP) —
Gymnasts Johnson, Liukin 1-2 in trials
The friendly rivals earned spots on the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team for the Summer Olympic Games
If it’s broken, get it fixed
Opinion: There were once tinkers and tailors and candlestick makers, tradesmen who sharpened kitchen knives
Kinney-Lockard engagement is being announced
X POLAND — The engagement of Nina Ilene Kinney and Nickolaus Joseph Lockard, both of 5318 Cedar
Lack of vitamin D linked to death risk
CHICAGO (AP) — New research linking low vitamin D levels with deaths from heart disease and other
October wedding for Miss D’Eramo and Mr. Palumbo
X POLAND — Anita D’Eramo of Poland is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Valerie Ann
Parker is top female athlete
She led Tennessee to its second straight NCAA title in April NEW YORK (AP) — Candace Parker threw
TRUMBULL COUNTY Grand jury indictments
Several people were indicted Monday by a Trumbull County grand jury. They will be arraigned at 11
For Obama, it’s all about the money
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Humorist Kin Hubbard commented that when someone says it’s not the money, it’s the
Wide-legged pants are feminine fashion favorites
It’s not exactly a state secret — the U.S. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton is pro-trouser. And why not?
Only Arab moderates can nullify Islamists
Opinion: As Islamists continue to gain strength throughout the Middle East, many Americans ask: “Where are
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Class B League — 18-under and 16-under teams seek pitchers and catchers. Call (330) 770-
Surplus food
Surplus food Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, corner of Grant and Walnut streets, East
McCain disavows aide’s comment about terrorism
McCain disavows aide’s comment about terrorism FRESNO, Calif. — John McCain distanced himself
Neely-Wright wedding to be at naval academy
X CANFIELD — The engagement of Melanie Eileen Neely of Jacksonville, Fla., a daughter of Michael and
ITC finally acts to protect America from unfair trade
Editorial: ITC finally acts to protect America from unfair trade Last week’s 5-0 vote by the International
GM to raise prices on ’09 models
The automaker will increase the line speed at Lordstown. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. told
YSU
ysu Basketball recruit YOUNGSTOWN — Jaquetta Westley, a 5-foot-7 guard from Spoon River College,
Hounds score more wins for the city than Frangos
Opinion: Hounds score more wins for the city than Frangos EDITOR: Three years ago my wife and I
Wimbledon NOTEBOOK
Lone American winner: When Bobby Reynolds started his first-round match, U.S. men were 0-4 on Day 1.
Republic to buy Allied Waste
The companies’ stock prices have been slipping since merger talks were announced. WEST PALM BEACH,
Lisbon home has literary history
The house is just short of its 200th birthday. LISBON — A piece of American history and
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Celebrate Poland, a two-day festival with craft making, movies and fireworks
Woman reports ID fraud
Woman reports ID fraud BOARDMAN — An 84-year-old township woman was a victim of identity fraud
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x9 5 4 uK 10 9 4 3 vK 8 3 w9 6 WEST EAST xQ J 6 3
Differences found in brains of gay vs. straight people
Is there such a thing as a “gay brain”? And, if so, are some people born with brains that make them
Weight worries send children to the gym
“I knew the other boys my age liked to play and run around, and I wanted to get there. Plus, I knew
Court reverses convictions in dog case
One of the man’s dogs attacked a retired city firefighter last year. YOUNGSTOWN — An appellate
Complete the look What works best
Classic Tip: Not too wide, not too skinny, and flat-front works for most (“pleats make your
Participating parishes/schools:
Participating parishes/schools: kAUSTINTOWN: Immaculate Heart of Mary, St. Anne, St. Joseph.
Wake up, Mark, and smell the political coffee
Opinion: A reader named Gerry Fernandez warned: “Get ready for the flood of nasty e-mails.” He was right.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Craig A. Fountain, 19, of 14440 Ellett Road, Beloit, and
His anti-social behavior becomes a problem
Dear Annie: My husband and I are in our early 30s and have three kids. I am very sociable, but my
“In the quest for alternatives to oil, our government has thrown around enough money
Opinion: “In the quest for alternatives to oil, our government has thrown around enough money subsidizing
Bigger tax write-off ready for high-cost fuel
The IRS raises the mileage rate to 58.5 cents. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Internal Revenue Service,
Today is Tuesday, June 24, the 176th day of 2008. There are 190 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, June 24, the 176th day of 2008. There are 190 days left in the year. On this date
Candy fiends still fork over cash for treats
Candy lovers prefer confections over other nonessentials. CHICAGO (AP) — Like a lot of people,
CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater
State debates changes to Dominion East bills
The Ohio Consumers’ Counsel objects to a change in Dominion’s billing structure. Changes to
Man pleads guilty in murder
YOUNGSTOWN — Charles I. Jones, 30, of Lincoln Park Drive has pleaded guilty to murdering Waddell L.
Director sets the record straight on HIPAA
Dear Readers: The U.S. Depart-ment of Health and Human Services would like to share the following
Federer off to winning start at Wimbledon
His bid for a sixth consecutive Wimbledon title began by winning the first match on Centre Court.
“Final Report: Green River Killer” (7 p.m., National Geographic Channel): Report
“Final Report: Green River Killer” (7 p.m., National Geographic Channel): Report examines murderer
Gilliland gives Yates team a lift
He drove to second at Infineon Raceway — the team’s best result since 2006. SONOMA, Calif. (AP)
Comedian dead at 93
Comedian dead at 93 NEW YORK — Dody Goodman, the delightfully daffy comedian known for her
Big Brown’s owner ready to clean up steroids in racing
Michael Iavarone said his horses will be drug-free by the end of the year. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) —
70% of Americans in survey say many religions lead to eternal life
The survey’s findings show a growing tolerance toward religions. America remains a nation of
No tea party for Martha
No tea party for Martha Scripps Howard News Service: The Daily Telegraph in London reports that
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games INTERLEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 4, Cincinnati 1 Atlanta 8, Seattle 3 Boston 5, St.
Loans for upgrading sewage systems available
Interest rates may be reduced up to 5 percent through the Linked Deposit Loan Program.
Iraqi council member opens fire, killing 2 U.S. soldiers, wounding 3
The man’s colleagues said they had no idea about a motive for the attack. MADAIN, Iraq — A
Business news digest
NATION Fed expected to stand pat on interest rates this week WASHINGTON — Straddling risky
MONDAY’S RECAP
MONDAY’S RECAP Wimbledon Attendance: 39,035. Last year: 32,916. Weather: Mostly sunny. High of
Georgia rallies for 1-0 World Series edge
Fresno State couldn’t hold a 6-3 lead in the eighth inning. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Joey Lewis hit a
PAINTING CREWS: Richard Ochs, 18, far left, and Christian Taylor, 16, both from Virginia, prepare
PAINTING CREWS: Richard Ochs, 18, far left, and Christian Taylor, 16, both from Virginia, prepare
FIGHTING AN UPHILL BATTLE
Local black women are 26.4 percent more likely to die of breast cancer than other women in Mahoning
Local Boy Scouts learn youth leadership skills
“I honestly feelthat I can’t repay the debt to Scouting for the opportunities that it provided me. I
No. 3 Djokovic rallies for four-set win
Michael Berrer threw a minor scare into the 21-year-old Serb. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Novak
Work-camp youths help local needy
Work-camp youths help local needy kMill Creek Group Workcamp, made up of about 400 young people
MLB ROUNDUP Monday’s games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Brewers 4, Braves 1 ATLANTA — Ben Sheets gave up only four hits in a dominant
Cops raid headquarters for opposition leader
Dutch officials said Tsvangirai sought shelter in their embassy in Harare. HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP)
Schools to pay for low numbers
COLUMBUS (AP) — Enrollment projections at some Ohio school districts were off for the just-completed
Calif. battles fires in the hundreds
The lightning storm that started the fires on Monday was ‘unprecedented.’ SAN FRANCISCO (AP) —
Court rebuffs opposition to border fence
The Supreme Court declined to hear a petition submitted by Defenders of Wildlife and the Sierra
Model aircraft club grounded
AKRON (AP) — Members of a model aircraft club have been told they can no longer fly planes on the
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