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Swisher powers White Sox over Indians
CHICAGO — Nick Swisher homered from both sides of the plate, hitting his second grand slam in four
Cleveland men killed in truck crash on I-80 turnpike ramp
NORTH JACKSON — The Ohio State Highway Patrol said two Cleveland men died when their rental truck
Scrappers fall in 11 innings, 6-4
NILES — Carlos Vasquez’s single and a sacrifice fly by Joel Collins gave Auburn two runs in the top
Griffey’s 603rd homer ends Reds’ 4-3 win
CINCINNATI — Ken Griffey Jr. hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning Monday night,
Canfield school board changes principal system
CANFIELD — Members of the Canfield Board of Education approved the creation of a two-principal
Thunder buoyed by defense in victory
YOUNGSTOWN — After much talk about needing a stronger offense to win, it turned out to be the
Dr. Nora leaving as president, dean of NEOUCOM
ROOTSTOWN — Dr. Lois Margaret Nora, president and College of Medicine dean for the Northeastern Ohio
Work progresses on window installation at Stambaugh Building
YOUNGSTOWN —After a bit of a slow start, working is progressing to reinstall windows at the historic
Officer's blood-alcohol level twice legal limit at time of crash
Officer's blood-alcohol level twice legal limit at time of crash.
UPDATED: I-76 ramp closed after two die in rollover accident
NORTH JACKSON — Two people in a Penske box truck that rolled over were killed around 11:40 a.m.
Body of man reported missing is found
YOUNGSTOWN — The decomposed body of a man reported missing on June 12 was found today inside the
WORTH A LOOK | Area activities are open to the public
Craft shows/Flea Markets X Patchwork Co-op, North Star Training Center, is having its pre-Fourth
Canfield trustees, Mahoning prosecutor to investigate legality of Moracco hiring
CANFIELD — The township trustees and the Mahoning County prosecutor will look into whether former
State drops in child welfare
The state ranks 30th for overall child welfare, a study says. YOUNGSTOWN — Life for kids in
Healthful guidance now available
Check out the Mahoning Valley Agri Guide 2008. CANFIELD — Eating fresh food is better for you
Tired Scrappers drop 4-1 game
The Scrappers’ hitters couldn’t get anything going against three Doubledays pitchers. NILES —
Unneeded at Any Speed
Washington Post: If you didn’t know Ralph Nader was running for president, you do now. The man who
MLB ROUNDUP Sunday’s other games
INTERLEAGUE Angels 1, Dodgers 0 LOS ANGELES — John Lackey held the Dodgers to three hits for
In a survey, 74 percent of respondents said they expect gasoline prices to reach $5 a gallon by
In a survey, 74 percent of respondents said they expect gasoline prices to reach $5 a gallon by
Saudi field is key for oil output
Saudi Arabia is the only nation with significant excess capacity that it could put on the market
ON THE FAIRWAYS Sunday’s other golf events
Commerce Bank Championship EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — Loren Roberts won for the first time this year,
rebuilding program
rebuilding program Youngstown City Schools The city school district is nearing the end of a
Even with horse and buggy, Ohio Amish still feel the gas price pinch
‘Everything’s going the way of oil,’ an Amish lumber yard owner says. UNITY, Ohio (AP) — They may
“You just wish the Supreme Court could spend a week in public housing and then come out with
Opinion: “You just wish the Supreme Court could spend a week in public housing and then come out with this
On a roll for Mooney
For Golden Cardinal guests, it’s more than just a game Many participants were grateful to promote
Remove buildup with rubbing alcohol
Dear Heloise: How do I remove hair spray that’s baked onto my curling iron? It’s a mess, and it
Action picks up first Class B win
STRUTHERS — Action Physical Therapy broke open a 1-1 tie with two runs in the fifth inning and won
Gunfire in Ebensburg, Pa., home kills 3
EBENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in Cambria County say an exchange of gunfire between a divorced
Group with Clinton links ready to support Obama
Some ex-Clinton backers admit to a little hesitation about the candidate. CHICAGO (AP) — By
Moe. fans get a chance to jam at Nelson Ledges
The guitarist praises the Ledges’ ‘unique character.’ Guitarist-singer Chuck Garvey of moe.
Tampa Bay finishes off first half with win over Pirates
Tampa Bay is 49-32 at the halfway point of the season, making some MLB history. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Today is Monday, June 30, the 182nd day of 2008. There are 184 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Monday, June 30, the 182nd day of 2008. There are 184 days left in the year. On this date
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games INTERLEAGUE Toronto 9, Atlanta 5 N.Y. Yankees 3, N.Y. Mets 2 Chicago White
Flea market will be back
Opinion: Flea market will be back EDITOR: The fire is out, the air is clear, the fire trucks have gone
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Commission, 7 p.m., Ellsworth Town Hall, U.S. Route 224.
Angels hold Dodgers hitless but lose
The Dodgers won 1-0 on a pair of errors, a stolen base and sac fly Saturday night. LOS ANGELES
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Lester and Brittney Stanford, Girard, girl, June 28. Timothy
Game Time - Scrappers
Who: Scrappers vs. Auburn Doubledays When: 7:05 p.m. today Where: Eastwood Field Promotions:
Korean War is not forgotten
A Laying of the Roses ceremony honored all 120 Mahoning Valley residents killed during the war.
Zimbabwe’s Mugabe takes oath after discredited vote
The leader of the opposition said Sunday’s inauguration was ‘meaningless.’ HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) —
Boccie Tournament
BOCCIE TOURNAMENT Who’s who A number of local and national sports figures came to Sunday’s
Most Wanted
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Gary P. Sheffar Jr. The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
WATER COMPACT The facts
Facts about the proposed Great Lakes water compact: Signed by region’s governors in December 2005.
Superhero comedy not satire it could’ve been
This summer reaches its superhero saturation point precisely 56 minutes into “Hancock,” a comic riff
Reds’ Arroyo and Dunn keep Tribe plummeting
Cleveland begins an 8-game road trip against the A.L. Central tonight in Chicago. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Sunday at Wimbledon
Quiet day: Per tradition no tennis was played Sunday on the grass courts. Today: Men’s No. 1-seed
Will China play games at the Olympics?
Opinion: Bela Karolyi has good reason to be concerned about the members of his U.S. women’s gymnastics team
Disputes arise over Boardman residential ponds
County regulations since 1983 have mandated that ponds be built in new developments. BOARDMAN
bridge work Technology
Two companies aim for bridge work: The problem: Bridges being upgraded face additional and
Companies aim for ODOT pact
If Roctest’s system is selected for the Inner Belt job, it would be the company’s first sale in
Pakistan hails success against militants
BARA, Pakistan — Pakistan’s new government claimed success Sunday in its first military operation
Firefighters in stalemate in California
The fires have scorched more than 550 square miles and destroyed more than 50 buildings. SAN
Wilson estimates go through roof
Bids for the Youngstown school are expected to be $3.2 million above estimates. YOUNGSTOWN —
Israel agrees to exchange a gunman for 2 bodies
Israel agrees to exchange a gunman for 2 bodies JERUSALEM — The Israeli government agreed Sunday
Great Lakes deal nears ratification among states
Lawmakers in Ohio have reached a compromise, and Gov. Ted Strickland signed the ratification Friday.
Mahoning Valley manager Travis Fryman said the Scrappers are a tired baseball team
NILES — Mahoning Valley manager Travis Fryman said the Scrappers are a tired baseball team.
Mom faces a weighty issue
Dear Annie: My daughter, “Lara,” just finished her junior year in college. Since my divorce from her
Lost day for Tribe, Bucs
Lost day for Tribe, Bucs The Cleveland Indians lost to the Cincinnati Reds, 9-5, and the
’American Idol’ winner Studdard weds in Ala.
’American Idol’ winner Studdard weds in Ala. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Former “American Idol” Ruben
Browns’ Holly says he’ll return
The fourth-year cornerback had major knee surgery and will miss this season. CLEVELAND (AP) —
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st—DeputyOnDuty(Nguyen)6.003.802.60 Twobithustler(Stokes)4.202.80
Iraqi guards kill female bomber
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraqi guards opened fire on a female suicide bomber on Sunday and triggered her
Cleveland Clinic joins with Weight Watchers
Employees will have access to weight management programs at no cost. CLEVELAND (AP) — The
Bikers’ ride for charity
Bikers’ ride for charity BOARDMAN — Bikers are invited to ride for charity Sunday to support a
Tyson Gay runs 9.68 100, but wind-aided
It won’t count as a world record, but he qualified for his first Summer Games. EUGENE, Ore. (AP) —
McCain meets Graham and son
MONTREAT, N.C. (AP) _ John McCain met Sunday with evangelist Billy Graham and his son, Franklin, at
Child dies at air show as wind topples tents
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — A 5-year-old was killed when strong winds blew over a row of tents at an air
Sports Digest
AREA Curtis winner at Sharon HARTFORD — Rob Curtis returned to victory lane for the first time
Valley supports Blewitt
The area donated $28,000 The Boardman native will compete in the U.S. Olympic Trials starting
Monday's Best Bets on TV
“Locked Up Abroad” (9 p.m., National Geographic Channel): Tourists who are kidnapped or imprisoned
Resorts suffer during mortgage crisis
Developers that cater to the superrich are landing on hard times. PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — With the
WNBA ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
Mercury 87, Sun 80 UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Diana Taurasi scored 25 points, leading Phoenix, which has
Hard times give reasons to keep workers happy
Companies face a new challenge. CHICAGO — It’s quitting time on the kind of beautiful day that
Inbee Park wins U.S. Women’s Open
EDINA, Minn. (AP) — Inbee Park woke up in the middle of the night 10 years ago when she heard
Democracy advocates in Egypt feel betrayed
Opinion: CAIRO, Egypt — President Bush’s second inaugural address, in January 2005, included rhetorical
Yankees go home: Men’s draw missing U.S. players
Yankees go home: Men’s draw missing U.S. players The Williams’ sisters are still alive in the
Bush’s Justice Department bowed to partisan politics
Editorial: It is unlikely anyone will be prosecuted for the violations of civil service laws in the hiring of
The stay-at-work trend continues to accelerate
For many, the dream of comfortably retiring is fading. Ruth Britton enjoys her part-time work as
D.C. United turns back Beckham’s Galaxy, 4-1
Luciano Emilio scored twice as United won their fourth straight game. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Los
Canfield trustees to review hiring
Township Trustee Paul Moracco suddenly resigned during a meeting June 9. CANFIELD — The
Obama’s finance decision is not fatal
Opinion: Barack Obama’s reputation as the exemplar of change took a hit recently when he reversed position
InBev goes from upstart to global beer behemoth
InBev keeps a low profile despite having the largest market share of any brewer. ST. LOUIS —
Spainiards begin Euro celebration
Fernando Torres’ goal gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Germany in the final. VIENNA, Austria (AP) — A
Manny Pacquiao too quick for Diaz
The Filipino may be going after junior welterweight Ricky Hatton next. LAS VEGAS (AP) — The WBC
Scrappers Roundup
New Addition: Infielder Walter Diaz joined the Scrappers roster Sunday night and started in place of
More choose to bike, scoot to save loot
111Some Mahoning and Shenango valley residents say they are saving more than $100 each month by
Regional Business Digest
REGION Psychologist opens new office in Howland HOWLAND — Dr. David Chiarella, a psychologist,
Today on Television
TODAY 7 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: Wimbledon. 8:30 a.m. (VS) Cycling: Tour de France. 10 a.m. (21)
Phelps shatters 400 IM world record in trials
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Holding off one of his best friends, Michael Phelps started his second attempt to
Perry wins by one at Buick Open
The victory also likely locked up a spot on the U.S. Ryder Cup Team. GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP) —