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LOUIE FREE TUESDAY | All Dann All Day
On Tuesday, the discussion of whether beleaguered Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann should resign or
Orwell woman dies in 1-car crash in Fowler Township
FOWLER — A 21-year-old Orwell woman was killed and her 21-year-old passenger was injured in a
Opening statements set Tuesday in aggravated murder case
YOUNGSTOWN — Opening statements will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday in the jury trial of James A. Hall, who is
Experienced Cardinals hold off rivals for MAC title
POLAND — It’s hard to imagine a teenager who smiles more than Canfield High junior pitcher Jared
Mooney softball falls in non-league game
BOARDMAN — One big inning courtesy of Notre Dame Cathedral Latin’s offense shrouded an otherwise
Thunder lose fifth straight, 77-47, to Pioneers at Chevy Centre
A near record-setting performance by Thunder fullback Tim Murphy wasn’t enough for Mahoning Valley
Packard hall to unveil renovations
WARREN – W.D. Packard Music Hall will have an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. May 12 to allow for public
South Side man tries to hit cop with car
YOUNGSTOWN — A Volney Road man who still has two years supervised release to do in a federal drug
Year-end date set for community college plan
YOUNGSTOWN — Details of how and where a community college would operate in the Mahoning Valley will
Wellington could be alone on November ballot
YOUNGSTOWN — Three independent sheriff candidates and one seeking an Ohio House seat are expected to
Wilson project goes up $200,000
YOUNGSTOWN — The cost of tearing down Woodrow Wilson High School and preparing the land for the
K-9 cop collars robber on East Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A Campbell man used a sledgehammer to break into an East Side store, hid inside a
Program on planets will be Friday in Boardman park
BOARDMAN — Children and their families can learn about the planets at 9 p.m. Friday in the Masters
Family Fun Nights begin Saturday at Boardman park
BOARDMAN — Boardman Township Park’s family fun nights begin this weekend with a performance by
Trumbull County Republican Party meets Saturday
WARREN – The Trumbull County Republican Party will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Mocha House
VIDEO: Governor Renews Call for Dann to Quit
Strickland talks with reporters
Burning caution urged near Shenango Lake
CLARK, Pa. —Due to recent dry conditions, visitors to Shenango Lake are advised to use caution when
YSU planetarium plans special event Saturday
YOUNGSTOWN — “Bringing Astronomy to the People” is the theme of Astronomy Day at the Ward Beecher
Car-buggy crash leaves Amish man hospitalized
MERCER, Pa. — An Amish man is in intensive care at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown today
Sobriety roadblock will be set up Saturday in Mahoning County
YOUNGSTOWN — A sobriety roadblock will be set up in Mahoning County from 8 p.m. to midnight on
Father faces trial on charge he let his daughter die in the cold
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A trial is set to begin in Pittsburgh for a father accused of killing his 23-
K.O. Drugs tourney has record number entries
In upperclass action, 10 fighters return to vie for titles in their weight classes. YOUNGSTOWN
Royals rake Sabathia (1-5)
CLEVELAND (AP) — Billy Butler figured it was about time the Kansas City Royals did something big
Skating granddaughter on title team
The daughter of Lisa Appulese, a 1982 Austintown Fitch High graduate, is with a synchronized
Anemic offense worries Wedge
The Indians manager hinted some roster changes may be ahead for the offense. CLEVELAND (AP) — A
Swenson pitches second-game victory
YSU lost the opener to Wright State, then stopped the Raiders’ league-leading offense. NILES —
Youngstown Marine to receive Purple Heart
Carouthers’ vehicle was hit by an improvised explosive device. YOUNGSTOWN — Marine Corps Sgt.
Pirates beaten in D.C.
The Nationals went 8-3 on their homestand. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Nationals are
Public hearing to target Pa. slot license
HILLSVILLE, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board will have a public input hearing on the
Phantoms fall in Robertson Cup
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — Despite 41 saves from goaltender Garrett Bartus, the Mahoning Valley Phantoms
Second-grader wins state handwriting contest
THE WRITE STUFF The Stadium Drive pupil attributes his expertise to time and practice.
Preserve provides lessons in nature
Letters were sent to South Range science teachers encouraging them to include the nature preserve in
Emergency training
Emergency training NILES — A training session for those who want to volunteer during an emergency
Keystone state of mind
nhl playoffs The Penguins finished off the Rangers to set up a series with the Flyers.
City man charged after police chase, fight
The man allegedly threatened an officer after being arrested. YOUNGSTOWN — A city man is in police
NBA playoffs Cavs vs. Celtics
Tuesday: Cleveland at Boston, 8 p.m. Thursday: Cleveland at Boston, 7 p.m. Saturday: Boston at
Boccieri urges creation of transportation district
The district would make it easier to obtain funding, the senator said. COLUMBUS — A state senator
Letter carriers to conduct food drive
The National Association of Letter Carriers will sponsor its 16th annual National Food Drive to
Holocaust Remembrance: ‘Do Not Stand Silent,’ program urges crowd
‘Do Not Stand Silent,’ program urges crowd More events are planned later in the week.
Debate over horse safety under way
Eight Belles’ death has raised thorny issues about the safety of the racing industry. LOUISVILLE,
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT In a Sunday story about Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann, The Associated Press
Educating Amish on breast cancer
One researcher found that Amish women were interested in learning more. COLUMBUS (AP) — A
In due time, all the questions will be answered about the death of a Liberty woman
Opinion: In due time, all the questions will be answered about the death of a Liberty woman EDITOR: I
Anthony Kim in limelight after Wachovia Championship victory
The 23-year-old earned $1,134,000 and became the youngest winner since Sergio Garcia in 2002.
Cognitive activities keep mind sharp as we age
Older people have fewer problems as they age if they engage in leisure-time cognitive activities,
Renewable energy
Renewable energy On the farm Examples of renewable energy sources being employed by farmers:
Cavaliers prepare for next round
The Celtics needed seven games to put away Atlanta. INDEPENDENCE (AP) — It’s LeBron vs. the
Criteria: No medical help
Here are the recommendations compiled by physicians for which patients would be allowed to die in a
Trumbull County: New complaints
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Federal National Mortgage Assoc. v. Rodney Landers et al,
War in Iraq: Recent developments
Here are the latest development in Iraq: President Jalal Talabani’s wife, Hiro Ibrahim Ahmed, was
Country star Wilson finishes high school at 34
Country star Wilson finishes high school at 34 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country music singer Gretchen
INVOLVEMENT OF THE YOUTH: Alex Downie, a 14-year-old Boardman Center Middle School pupil, stands
INVOLVEMENT OF THE YOUTH: Alex Downie, a 14-year-old Boardman Center Middle School pupil, stands
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Sunday 1st— Circle Game (Stokes)3.403.002.40 Miss Bella Luna
Baseball
Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog National League CINCINNATIEven-6Chicago Cubs COLORADOEven-6St.
For one farmer, the answer is blowin’ in wind
The farmer’s use of ‘green’ practices has impressed the governor. BROOKVILLE, Ohio (AP) — When he
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Rangers
April 25: Pittsburgh 5, N.Y. Rangers 4 April 28: Pittsburgh 1, N.Y. Rangers 0 Tuesday:
Rice wants Israel to lift restrictions
Rice wants Israel to lift restrictions JERUSALEM — Facing mounting Palestinian frustration at the
World News Digest
JAPAN Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo, April 28: Last September, Israeli forces bombed and destroyed a
List recommends who won’t be treated during a major disaster
People at high risk of death and a slim change of long-term survival would not get medical care.
Police identify two students found dead
ATHENS, Ohio (AP) — Athens police have released the names of two students found dead early Saturday
nba roundup SFlb Sunday’s games
Celtics 99, Hawks 65 BOSTON — Kevin Garnett took a behind-the-back pass from Paul Pierce, slammed
Kyle Busch’s actions at end draw ire of some
Dale Earnhardt Jr. was poised to break his 71-race winless streak. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — For the
Fashion, image consulting is focus of new business
REGION Fashion, image consulting is focus of new business BOARDMAN — Jennifer Betts, who has
Vindy.com News Podcast for May 5, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, May 5, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Ohio’s oil and gas industry provides 4,000 jobs.
Ohio’s oil and gas industry provides 4,000 jobs. Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program
On Broadway, Fishburne tackles lead in ‘Thurgood’
The actor says the role gives him a chance to show his humorous side. NEW YORK — Laurence
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 6, Seattle 1 Toronto 5, Chicago White Sox 2
Homicides in Youngstown overshadow crime rate drop
Editorial: The Youngstown Police Department, the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department and the Federal Bureau of
McCain right on health care
Opinion: A gold star to John McCain for his just released plan for reforming American health care. Analysts
Monday's Best Bets on TV
“Bones” (8 p.m., Fox): On a new episode of “Bones,” Brennan’s father, Max (Ryan O’Neal), is put on
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted: Alan M. Johnson
U.S. MARSHALS most wanted Alan M. Johnson The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
Sports Digest: Softball wins
ysu Softball wins GREEN BAY, WISC. — Freshman Katy Potokar went 3-for-4 with a home run and two
With equal pay, it’s back to the future
Opinion: BOSTON — By now the Tale of Lilly Ledbetter is beginning to sound like the Perils of Pauline or the
Smarter electric grid is key to saving power
There are built-in safety nets to encourage conservation. MILTON, Ontario (AP) — The glowing amber
Three sisters enlist in National Guard
The girls’ father said he was surprised; their mother is thrilled. COLUMBUS (AP) — A University of
“Since the Americans came here, nothing is cheap.”
Opinion: “Since the Americans came here, nothing is cheap.” A Pashtun woman Lamenting the high price of
Sports TV listings
TODAY 12:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) NBA: “Access Cavaliers.” 6:30 p.m. (WBBW-AM 1240) Arena football:
K.o. drug boxing Pairings
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday Where: I.T.A.M. banquet center UNDERCLASS DIVISION 1. Flyweight — Tom
SCHEDULE NAHL Robertson Cup
Wednesday Topeka 3, Phantoms 2 St. Louis 3, Alexandria 2 Thursday Topeka 4, Alexandria 2
mlb roundup | Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Mariners 2 NEW YORK — Derek Jeter had four hits and the New York
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Faith and Scott Eckstein, Poland, boy, May 1. Tamika Love,
Bush hails recovery of Kansas town
GREENSBURG, Kan. (AP) — President Bush hailed the resilience of this town and its tiny high school
The victim’s voice
The victim’s voice Los Angeles Times: In a case reminiscent of the story of the boy who killed his
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Commission, 7 p.m., Ellsworth Township Hall, Route 224,
Obama likens Clinton to Bush on Iran issue
Hillary Clinton stood by her statement that the U.S. would retaliate if Iran attacked Israel.
Jewish refugees posed dilemma
After Israel was founded, the Exodus’ passengers were allowed to go there. LONDON (AP) — Documents
Aides ignored concerns of Dann staff member
Ohio Republicans want Dann to resign, but he said he won’t. COLUMBUS (AP) — A sexual harassment
Speaker: View KSU tragedy as lesson
The former U.N. official said more people should have turned out for the event. KENT — The
Journalists in Saudi Arabia face death
Opinion: If you want to understand why murderous Islamic extremists still pour out of the Middle East,
U.S.-backed plan would transform Green Zone into prime real estate
Developers are looking years ahead and gambling that Baghdad will rebound. BAGHDAD (AP) — Forget
Workers’ comp At a glance
Some of the numbers associated with the April 16 ruling by the Ohio Supreme Court that upheld an
Dispute over sale price ends deal with Yahoo
Microsoft’s CEO Steve Baller earned the nickname Monkey Boy. REDMOND, Wash. (AP) — As Yahoo
matchup Celtics vs. Cavaliers
A look at the matchup between the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the
On ‘Medium,’ Arquette gets into spirit
The actress looks at the role as a way ‘for me to explore death.’ NEW YORK — “Sweet dreams” is
Today is Monday, May 5, the 126th day of 2008. There are 240 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Monday, May 5, the 126th day of 2008. There are 240 days left in the year. On this date in
Agency studies decision affecting many workers
The cost of reopened claims will be tallied on a case-by-case basis. COLUMBUS (AP) — The state
Harding to defend Trumbull Co. crown
The meet is Tuesday and Thursday at Lakeview High. CORTLAND — Warren Harding will try to defend
TOURNAMENT BRACKETS
TOURNAMENT BRACKETS BASEBALL DIVISION I Canton sectional Thursday, May 15 Sectional
Cyclone kills at least 351, ruins thousands of homes
The storm whipped the country with 120 mph winds. YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — A powerful cyclone killed
U.S. factory orders rebound
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. factories saw demand for their products rebound in March, after a two-month
OSU student housing director suspended
COLUMBUS (AP) — An Ohio State spokeswoman said the university’s student housing director has been
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