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Celtics hold off Cavs in Game 1
BOSTON — Kevin Garnett scored 28 points to make up for an off night for the rest of Boston’s Big
Dellucci’s stunning homer beats Yankees
NEW YORK — Pinch-hitter David Dellucci stunned the New York Yankees with a go-ahead homer off Joba
McLouth homers twice in Bucs’ win
PITTSBURGH — Nate McLouth, dropped a spot in Pittsburgh’s order to get more opportunities to produce
The gloves fairly shouted POLICE during drug deal
YOUNGSTOWN — Police said a Bennington Avenue woman apparently didn’t realize the two men she flagged
Canfield, Unity townships making fire truck deal
EAST PALESTINE — Unity Township trustees seek to put into writing a verbal agreement they’ve made to
Woman killed in one-car mishap on Route 193
FOWLER — The Ohio State Highway Patrol said an Orwell woman was killed in a one-car accident on
More reviews sought for top Youngstown school officials
YOUNGSTOWN — The chairman of the city school board’s personnel committee wants the district’s
Five roads pounded by trucks to be resurfaced
AUSTINTOWN — The Mahoning County Solid Waste Management District Policy Committee has voted to
YSU softball team in Chicago for tournament
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State softball team begins Horizon League tournament play Thursday
YSU track teams to host Horizon championships
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State track and field coach Brian Gorby’s best friend might be his
Variance hearing reset for Valley View Downs
HILLSVILLE, Pa. — A zoning variance hearing for the Valley View Downs racetrack, which had been set
Bertram and Doc Political Talk: Dann Special
"Bertram and Doc Political Talk" features Bertram de Souza, editorial writer/columnist of The Vindicator and Dr. William C. Binning, retired chairman of YSU's political science department and former Mahoning County GOP chairman.
Stockholder questions Avalon Holding’s spending habits
VIENNA — A Boardman psychiatrist has a prescription for Avalon Golf and Country Club — stop spending
UPMC sets flower sales in Farrell, Greenville
FARRELL, Pa. — The UPMC Horizon Community Health Foundation will host its annual Mother’s Day Plant
Two men hurt in Brookfield Township crash
BROOKFIELD — Two men were injured, one seriously, in a two-car crash today near the Ohio-
No charges filed against teen who stole money
YOUNGSTOWN — Summit Academy, a junior high school on Oak Street, chose not to pursue a theft charge
Wellington stands alone for Mahoning Co. sheriff
YOUNGSTOWN — Like the cheese, Mahoning County Sheriff Randall Wellington stands alone. The
Ohio troopers fired for KKK prank
SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) — Two Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers have now lost their jobs over a prank
Man run over after bar fight
YOUNGSTOWN — Two men were injured when a pickup truck ran over them in the parking lot of Big D’s
Maintenance man extinguishes West Side kitchen fire
YOUNGSTOWN — A maintenance man at an apartment complex at 2639 Tyrell Ave. used a dry chemical
Some Lordstown GM workers seem pleased with local pact offer
LORDSTOWN – Workers at the General Motors’ fabricating plant here seemed pleased with a local
Pa. Senate set to vote on same-sex marriage amendment
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The stage is set for the full Pennsylvania Senate to vote on a constitutional
Scrappers make big plans for 10th season in Valley
The minor league team has attracted 1.5 million fans in its first nine seasons. BOARDMAN — As
Strickland, other Dems vow to move for impeachment procedures
COLUMBUS — Resign or face imminent impeachment. That was the message sent by Gov. Ted Strickland
Sleeping Lions awake in 4th, pull past Cardinal Mooney
Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin scored five runs in the inning to win 5-4. BOARDMAN — One big
If impeached, Dann would make history
YOUNGSTOWN — Attorney General Marc Dann, who captured the attorney general’s seat two years ago on a
McDonald pulls even in ITCL Tier 2 with 12-2 victory over Lowellville
Springfield shut down Lisbon to improve to 10-1 in Tier One. STRUTHERS — Anthony Raschilla
Lawmakers’ bill aims to help manufacturers
The bill would give manufacturers an additional shot at getting relief. Two congressmen, a
Year-end date is set for community college plan
An ‘implementation committee’ is mapping out the educational plan. YOUNGSTOWN — Details of
Injunction denied in effort to stop school demolition
The school board did not abuse its discretion in demolishing a former school building, a magistrate
Tribe to jettison Michaels, recall OF Ben Francisco
But the offensive problems go far beyond one player. CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians needed
Police dog is top cop at scene of break-in
The suspect failed to report to jail to serve 157 days and was wanted on a warrant. YOUNGSTOWN —
Penguins get frosty when Flyers come up
No matter what the language, Pittsburgh’s players just don’t like Philadelphia. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Boardman to start Fun Nights
BOARDMAN — Boardman Township Park’s Family Fun Nights begin this weekend with a performance by
Governor: Clinton, Dann cases not similar management
The state treasurer’s name has been kicked around to replace Dann. COLUMBUS — As a
Boston’s Big 3 focuses on Cavs’ Big 1
Stopping LeBron James is the key to the Celtics’ chances. WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) — Doc Rivers got a
Amish man injured in hit-and-run incident
Amish man injured in hit-and-run incident MERCER, Pa. — An Amish man from Crawford County is in
Thunder outgunned, 77-47
Adler passes for 204 yards and 2 TDs but was picked twice YOUNGSTOWN — What was expected to
Change in offing for Muslim faith
Opinion: It’s encouraging to see that not all the talk of change and hope is about getting votes. It is also
GM workers in Kansas City strike
Seniority issues are key to the walkout. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Members of a United Auto Workers
Conversation and counseling could cause change
Dear Annie: I am 62 and have been married for three years to “Ken,” who is 68. We’re both retired.
Barn makes a cross-country trip
Historic timber-framed barns moved for new uses. DAYTON (AP) — People are dismantling, moving and
nba playoffs Cavs vs. Celtics
Today: Cleveland at Boston, 8 p.m. Thursday: Cleveland at Boston, 7 p.m. Saturday: Boston at
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph F. Land, 28, of 1481 Maplecrest Drive, Austintown, and
Lack of telephone etiquette is hard to understand
Dear Heloise: Thank you so much for your wonderful hints. I have enjoyed them for years. Also, thank
‘American Idol’ shows slippage
Some fans wonder if the contestants are more committed to fame than to singing. NEW YORK —
BY THE NUMBERS Campaign spending
Sen. Barack Obama outspent Sen. Hillary Clinton in North Carolina and Indiana. North Carolina:
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Flyers
Friday: Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. May
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Chiara Dillard and Greg Brown, Youngstown, girl, May 4.
Chicken, pork prices expected to increase
The agriculture department expects an overall food price increase of up to 5 percent this year.
Vindy.com News Podcast for May 6, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, May 6, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
CRIMESTOPPERS
CRIMESTOPPERS Greater Youngstown A two-year-old homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of
Today is Tuesday, May 6, the 127th day of 2008. There are 239 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Tuesday, May 6, the 127th day of 2008. There are 239 days left in the year. On this date in
Johansson is engaged
Johansson is engaged LOS ANGELES — Scarlett Johansson and her boyfriend, Ryan Reynolds, are
Win grin: Canfield clinches MAC title
The experienced Cardinals held off their rivals, 5-4. POLAND — It’s hard to imagine a teenager
Cyclone death toll passes 10,000
Residents say the ruling military is clearing streets only where the elite live. YANGON, Myanmar
Brazil retries two in slaying of missionary
The 73-year-old nun was shot at close range in February 2005. RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AP) — The
Year-end date set for college plan
An ‘implementation committee’ is mapping out the educational plan. YOUNGSTOWN — Details of
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Springfield Township trustees, 8 p.m., township administration building, 3475
Warships are empty exercises of power
Opinion: WASHINGTON — The Pentagon has announced it is sending a second aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf.
‘Iron Man 2’ planned for 2010 release
LOS ANGELES (AP) — This weekend was just the beginning of Hollywood’s Iron age. Marvel Studios
Ellsworth woman sues over flooding
YOUNGSTOWN — An Ellsworth Township homeowner has sued the Mahoning County commissioners, the
Parents announce date for McQueen, Thomas wedding
X A July wedding is planned by Kate Ann McQueen and Dwayne David Thomas, both of 2380 W. Manor Ave.,
thistledown results
thistledown results monday 1st—Bates Storm (Skerrett)5.802.802.60 Ruston Robber (Urieta-
Mildred Loving, dies at 68 in Va.; ended mixed-race marriage ban
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Mildred Loving, a black woman whose challenge to Virginia’s ban on interracial
Parents announce Jonda-Lamanna wedding plans
X The engagement of Jennifer Dawn Jonda and John Michael Lamanna, both of Richmond, Va., and plans
Sears executive defends conservative approach
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. (AP) — The chairman of Sears Holdings Corp. went on the defensive Monday,
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
X East High SchoolJanuary and June Classes of 1943 will hold a 65th reunion at 1 p.m. Sept. 6 at
Failed Microsoft-Yahoo deal: Could it be a boost for both?
Sometimes the best deals are the ones that aren’t made. Sure, things look rough for Yahoo Inc.
Cobalt restores faith in American autos
Opinion: It had been 20 years since I bought a car for myself. Six days ago, that long drought ended. I
Trading cheaper gasoline for bad roads is no bargain
Editorial: Trading cheaper gasoline for bad roads is no bargain Who wouldn’t love a tax cut, any tax cut?
Stephanie Skaggs, Thomas Buck to wed in July
X CORTLAND — Afonda Chojnacki of Cortland is announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of her
REGION
REGION National Fuel Gas increases its prices ERIE, Pa. —National Fuel Gas Distribution Co. has
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Indictments
A Columbiana County grand jury recently indicted these people: Nathaniel J. Barnes, 29, of Neosho
“I know it’s tough times, and I know you’re having to pay more at the fuel pump
Opinion: “I know it’s tough times, and I know you’re having to pay more at the fuel pump than you want. But
Gretta Tornabene, Robert Patrick Jr. to wed in August
X BOARDMAN — Robert Sr. and Mary Patrick, 131 Brainard Drive, announce the engagement of their son,
Austintown man guilty in 3 rapes
The plea deal means the rapist avoids a life prison term. YOUNGSTOWN — The prosecution is
“Dancing with the Stars” (9 p.m., ABC): “Dancing with the Stars” celebrates
“Dancing with the Stars” (9 p.m., ABC): “Dancing with the Stars” celebrates its 100th episode with a
Indy’s back after 19 years
Bringing Indiana Jones back took more than a decade of debate. LOS ANGELES — Marion Ravenwood
Summer wedding for Sarah Knebel and Jeri Hull
X Plans are being announced for the upcoming marriage of Sarah Ann Knebel, a daughter of Kevin and
Clinton a clone of ‘pander bear’
Opinion: WASHINGTON — A year ago last March, the Republican National Committee had fun sending someone in a
Lacey Rosser and Jason Coulter will wed in June rite
X AUSTINTOWN — Keith and Linda Rosser, 685 Purdue Ave., announce the engagement of their daughter,
Packard hall to unveil renovations
WARREN – W.D. Packard Music Hall will have an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday to allow for public
Earnhardt Jr. is frustrated, but not at Kyle Busch
His legion of fans feel differently, however, and blame Busch for Saturday’s wreck. CONCORD, N.C.
East Palestine board cuts one position
EAST PALESTINE — While accepting the resignation of a veteran employee, the East Palestine Board of
Newton Falls joins state missing-children team
The program also can help look for elderly people who leave a group home. NEWTON FALLS — City
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 8, Seattle 2 Kansas City 2, Cleveland 0 Toronto
Valley party leaders urge attorney general to stand firm; legislators want Marc Dann to resign now
YOUNGSTOWN — Though numerous Democrats, including the governor, are calling for Attorney General
Interpol appeals to public to help ID abuse suspect
Interpol appeals to public to help ID abuse suspect LYON, France — Interpol launched a worldwide
Wellington could be alone on the November ballot
The sheriff could run unopposed in the geeral election as he did in the Democratic primary.
Pa. Senate to vote on amendment
Pennsylvania law already defines marriage as a union between a man and woman. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP)
Indians to release Michaels
Indians to release Michaels The Cleveland Indians, mired in a season-long, team-wide batting
SUMMARY | Pioneers 77, Thunder 47
WB/Scranton1436207—77 Thunder142067—47 First Quarter WBS—Kendrick 35 pass from Vena (Davis
Heavy rains hamper cancer relay
Another relay is planned this weekend in Warren. NILES — Shawn Bryant says money raised by the
Rethink ethanol policies
Rethink ethanol policies Dallas Morning News: The legislators negotiating a new farm bill
IMPEACHMENT
IMPEACHMENT How it’s done Here are the steps that would be taken to impeach Ohio Attorney
PREP BASEBALL SOFTBALL Tournament schedules
BASEBALL DIVISION I Boardman sectional Wednesday, May 14 Chaney at Warren Harding, 4:30 p.m.
BASEBALL LINESCORES MONDAY CANFIELD 5, POLAND 4
BASEBALL LINESCORES MONDAY CANFIELD 5, POLAND 4 Canfield0010202—5123 Poland1020001—490 Jared
Wellington could be alone on ballot
The sheriff could run unopposed in the general election as he did in the Democratic primary.
A little fever is good, study shows
BALTIMORE — Many parents worry too much about the danger of childhood fevers and tend to over-treat
Wilson project goes up $200,000
The district bought property to consolidate its busing program on Teamster Drive. YOUNGSTOWN
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD April 21 Phone
Democratic hopefuls duke it out over gas tax in Ind., N.C. contests
Polls show Obama the favorite in the tight North Carolina race and Clinton ahead in Indiana’s
YAP and YARN
Along the way, women knit relationships Women gather each week to talk and to knit. 1“She’s
Pistons defeat Magic for 2-0 lead
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Pistons took advantage of what seemed to be a little help
PROPER TECHNIQUE: Dawn Damron of North Jackson, a group member who has been knitting for about 18
PROPER TECHNIQUE: Dawn Damron of North Jackson, a group member who has been knitting for about 18
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Youngstown Express — little b league team seeks players age 15-16. Call (330) 540-7077.
Opening statements set in aggravated murder case
Neighbors reported hearing gunshots at 12:30 a.m. YOUNGSTOWN — Opening statements will be at 9
One person, one vote is the only way to go
Opinion: One person, one vote is the only way to go EDITOR: American voters everywhere are questioning
Adopted adolescents more likely to have ADHD, study finds
ADHD affects ability to concentrate, sit still and control impulsive behavior. CHICAGO —
Clemens issues vague apology
He admitted he’s made mistakes in his personal life. NEW YORK (AP) — Roger Clemens apologized
Maher, Palumbo fire 2-hitter as Poland beats Canfield, 2-1
Boardman freshman Alexandra DiDomenico struck out 18 batters in a 5-2 win. CANFIELD — Liz Maher
Man faces more charges
One cruiser slid into a yard during the chase. YOUNGSTOWN — A Volney Road man who still has two
MLB ROUNDUP | Monday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Tigers 3 DETROIT — Mike Lowell hit one of Boston’s three homers for his
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