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Was Gutierrez building a ‘printing empire on the 15th floor’ ?
COLUMBUS — An unbid contract for more than $150,000 in copying and printing equipment signed by
Indians’ 6-run rally defeats Blue Jays
CLEVELAND (AP) — Casey Blake and Ben Francisco hit two-run doubles in a six-run seventh inning to
Malkin’s 2 goals lead flyin’ Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored two dazzling goals 5 minutes apart to give Pittsburgh a two-
Sanchez’s hit gives Pirates 3-2 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Freddy Sanchez singled home Brian Bixler with two outs in the bottom of the ninth
YSU’s softball season ends
CHICAGO —The Youngstown State softball team was eliminated from the Horizon League softball
Zoldan’s horse to sit out
Most likely, Visionaire, the horse owned by Mahoning Valley businessman Bruce Zoldan, won’t be
Warren Relay for Life gets off on the right foot
WARREN — An estimated 1,400 cancer survivors marched around Courthouse Square on Friday evening,
Girard’s 7th graders are on a roll
GIRARD — Forget Cedar Point. When it comes to roller coasters, the Girard Junior High School
County collects $101.4 million in first-half taxes
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Treasurer’s Office reported it has received more than $101.4
Police chase suspect for an hour, blow tires
YOUNGSTOWN — An hourlong police pursuit went from the South Side to the East Side, and back to the
Man accused in rape outside East Midlothian bar
YOUNGSTOWN —A 26-year-old South Side man is accused of raping a 22-year-old woman outside an East
Postage cost increase likely to lead to another
The 41-cent Forever Stamp is forever no more starting Monday. Similar to the price increases for
State treasurer stands by letter urging Dann to quit
YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray, who signed a letter urging Attorney General Marc Dann
Arrest made in fatal 2007 motorcyclist death
WARREN – A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man is in the Trumbull County Jail facing charges stemming from
Boil alert for Jackson, Milton townships
NORTH JACKSON — The Mahoning County Sanitary Engineer issued a boil alert for water customers in
Girard health department will immunize children May 21
GIRARD — The Girard health department has rescheduled a children’s immunization clinic from
Pa. man gets prison time for sexual contact with young girls
LISBON — Judge C. Ashley Pike of Columbiana County Common Pleas Court sentenced a man today to a
Power outages caused by car crash, transformer problem
Ohio Edison customers in parts of Youngstown, Girard and Boardman lost power this afternoon because
Teenage boys threaten adults, get arrested
YOUNGSTOWN — Two guns were confiscated and two teenage boys arrested after witnesses said the boys
Police pursuit leads to arrest of city man
YOUNGSTOWN — After an hourlong police pursuit that went from the South Side to the East Side and
Mahoning sobriety checkpoint begins at 8 p.m. Saturday
A sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Mahoning County from 8 p.m. Saturday until 12 a.m.
UAW 1714 OKs new labor pact with GM
LORDSTOWN — Union members at the fabricating plant at the General Motors’ Lordstown complex ratified
Laurie Lehosky is leaving WFMJ for Arizona
YOUNGSTOWN — After nine years, Laurie Lehosky is leaving her post as co-anchor of “WFMJ Today,”
Home-cooked supper
NEWTON FALLS — The next home-cooked supper at Pricetown Methodist Church, 4640 Pritchard-Ohltown
Dinner is fundraiser for Special Olympics
CANFIELD — Argus Lodge 545 will host a spaghetti dinner Saturday at the lodge, 5050 Shields Road, as
Hibernians to host two events in May
WARREN — The Ancient Order of Hibernians has planned two events that will take place in Trumbull
TRAFICANT BASH: Royal Oaks Tavern owners and brothers Lou, left, and John Kennedy hold up Jim
TRAFICANT BASH: Royal Oaks Tavern owners and brothers Lou, left, and John Kennedy hold up Jim
THURSDAY’S RESULTS
THURSDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES URSULINE 12, COLUMBIANA 0 Columbiana00000—062
Columbiana County suffers with health comish’s pact
Editorial: We aren’t surprised that the Columbiana County Board of Health has extended Health Commissioner
Democrats, Republicans gunning for Dann
Opinion: “We also want to make you aware that if you do not choose to resign, Democratic members of the Ohio
Cobalt photos
Cobalt photos Look here Photos of a new version of the Chevrolet Cobalt are posted here:
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Flyers
Today: Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. May
Schedule of Events - Indy 500
aturday — Pole day qualifying, noon-6 p.m. Sunday — Second day qualifying, noon-6 p.m. May 14 —
Trends in Iraq taking a grim downturn
Opinion: You’ll hear none of this from Washington, but the trend lines in Iraq are turning down again. A
Housing bill passed
Housing bill passed WASHINGTON — The House on Thursday passed a massive homeowner rescue plan to
Kristen Devine, Samuel Gorant to exchange vows
X Thomas Devine of Harrodsburg, Ky., and Elaine Gorant of Canfield announce the engagement of their
Hamilton appointed youth services director
Commissioners reinstated a county jail correctional officer. MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County
DANCING FOR THE STARS
Pupils in Poland kick up their heels to honor North staff Paper covered the windows of the all-
Egelsky’s two-hitter helps Hubbard clinch share of TAC
NEWTON FALLS — Kara Egelsky pitched a two-hitter Thursday as the Hubbard High softball team earned a
Danica reigns in her temper
Danica reigns in her temper Danica Patrick acknowledges her temper has gotten her into trouble in
Official: Al-Qaida leader arrested
BAGHDAD (AP) — The leader of al-Qaida in Iraq, Abu Ayyub al-Masri, was arrested in the northern city
Clinton faces two outs in bottom of the ninth
The Democratic race could still throw a few curveballs. CHICAGO — If the 2008 Democratic
Dissolving bodies gaining interest
It may be difficult to get the public to accept the process. CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Since they first
First major aid shipment allowed in to Myanmar
YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Myanmar’s military regime allowed in the first major international aid
Boston ‘D’ party has Cavs aching
Cleveland trails 2-0 in the best-of-seven series. BOSTON (AP) — Paul Pierce and Ray Allen found
Parents announce Ciminero-Pfahler wedding plans
X Planning to exchange wedding vows this summer are Laura Ciminero and Marc Pfahler, their parents
A welcome change on PTSD
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: A mental health crisis has been brewing for years in the U.S. military, despite
Ballplayers honor cheerleaders
Women are wired to avoid fights, read emotions and to communicate, the speaker said. CANFIELD
Numbers
Numbers Leetonia Library Ohioans really use their libraries, and Leetonia is no exception. Here
July wedding set by Carla DeToro and Jason Collins
X The engagement of Carla DeToro, a daughter of James and Sue DeToro, 423 Forest Hill Drive,
Riding with Dave Blaney
Last week: The Hartford native qualified in the 17th spot for the Crown Royal Presents the Dan Lowry
Courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Domenic J. Perry, 45, of 337 Carriage Lane, Canfield,
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD May 2 Criminal
Mariah, Nick Cannon spill the beans on wedding
Mariah, Nick Cannon spill the beans on wedding NEW YORK — Mariah Carey really did get married to
“We will not just bring our supplies to an airport, dump it and take off. This is one reason
Opinion: “We will not just bring our supplies to an airport, dump it and take off. This is one reason why
Go big or foul trying
Youngstown State throwers mix playing safe, risking it all at Horizon gathering YOUNGSTOWN —
Sprint, Clearwire set course for WiMax
Companies propose a new way to deliver the Internet. WASHINGTON — If the $12 billion venture
Girard senior taking school officials to court
The Girard student suggested violence against those who turned him in to police, his principal
Depth Charts / Rosters
THUNDER OFFENSE QB — (10) Shane Adler (6-5, 225); (17) Bryan Kover (6-4, 230) WR — (3) Henry
Ex-NFL player Grant to students: Choose success
The real success in life lies in helping others, the former NFL player said. YOUNGSTOWN —
Events at airport Saturday
Events at airport Saturday VIENNA — A Fly-in Pancake Breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to noon
Country star Arnold dies
The singer was elected into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1966. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Eddy
Age, gender not an issue for Silver Star recipient
FORT BRAGG, N.C. — At 17, Monica Lin Brown joined the Army. At 18, she dashed into a firefight to
St. Louis GM plant will reopen Monday
NATION St. Louis GM plant will reopen Monday ST. LOUIS — Workers at a General Motors plant near
Demolition requested
Demolition requested YOUNGSTOWN — A request for emergency demolition for a vacant house at 113 E.
Results of the first night of the K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament at the ITAM banquet
Results of the first night of the K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament at the ITAM banquet
Murderer facing 20 years to life
The prosecution will seek maximum consecutive sentences for the murderer. YOUNGSTOWN —
Events SCHEDULE Horizon track & field championships
TODAY Field Events, 9 a.m. (Finals in javelin, pole vault, shot put, high jump and triple jump,
Statistics - Thunder vs. Horsemen
MVTLEX Points per game41.538.8 Opp. pts. per game48.339.0 Rushing/game47.319.4
Hillside hospital likely to be sold
Hillside could be sold by the end of June. YOUNGSTOWN — The sale of Hillside Rehabilitation
East-West vulnerable. West deals.
East-West vulnerable. West deals. NORTH xA Q 9 4 uA J 10 5 vA 10 w10 9 2 WEST EAST x8
Volunteers begin training for handling a disaster
NILES — This month marks the 23rd anniversary of the 1985 tornado that devastated parts of Niles,
Howland’s Gula finds success in Savannah
Stephanie Gula began playing tennis at the age of 14 in her freshman year at Howland High, thanks to
GM official praises fundraisers for success in tight economy
The 2007 campaign raised $2.8 million — $100,000 short of its goal BOARDMAN — “I can’t commit
All weekend
All weekend “Abraham and Sarah,” 6:45 p.m. Friday and 6 p.m. Saturday, Das Dutch Haus Restaurant
Why are Ohio politicians united against Dann?
Opinion: Why are Ohio politicians united against Dann? EDITOR: Across the board, Ohio politicians are
Facebook and states guard against bullying, predators
MySpace agreed to a similar agreement earlier this year. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Facebook, the
Police response will be reviewed
The committee will report any findings with recommendations to township officials. LIBERTY —
Group offers plan to reduce fuel consumption, emissions
Truckers are asking for a national speed limit of 65 mph for all vehicles. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Party celebrates Traficant
The party may become an annual event. YOUNGSTOWN — Happy birthday, Jim Traficant — even if you
Cure for slump? Thunder victory
A pair of close losses in April hurt the team’s confidence, said center Wally Sonnie.
Impeach Dann? Elections chief has her doubts
Gutierrez hired the administrative assistant in July at $33,280 a year. COLUMBUS — An
Restaurateurs hope mom trumps economy
Will love of mom overcome economy worries on Mother’s Day? MILWAUKEE (AP) — It’s a few days
Mayor awaits internal probe about shell-casings mixup
The gun used in the homicide was not found here, police said. YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay Williams
She’s a smart cookie to realize ‘Chip’ has to go
Dear Annie: I met my present husband, “Tom,” a few months after my divorce, and he’s everything I
SCORES/SCHEDULES
Xaf2 standings are on C2. THUNDER (1-5) 59Albany33 39Manchester45 20at W-B/Scranton33
Work to begin on new library
The library will have more space and materials. LEETONIA — Charlene Hall, the president of the
Music bridges nations
The Israeli performers have visited several area schools. LIBERTY — Students at Liberty High
EPA director plans to file lawsuit against landfill
The state wants to pull the landfill’s permit. LISBON — Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Board denies parole for confessed murderer
The murderer’s son is so frightened of his dad that he opposed his parole, the prosecutor says.
Ypd 2008 awards
These Youngstown Police Department officers were recognized for their service at a ceremony Thursday
Job cuts to lower shortfall
The district is still facing a $10.3 million general fund budget deficit this year. YOUNGSTOWN
game time | Thunder vs. Lexington
Who: Thunder (1-5) vs. Lexington Horsemen (3-2) When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Where: Rupp Arena,
America’s era of cheap food prices is at an end
Opinion: It’s not every day that you see a Wall Street Journal columnist suggesting that Americans consider
Mahoning County |Grand jury indictments
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Bryan M. Dotson, 24, of
Here are some things I learned along the way about traveling
Dear Readers: What do you absolutely have to pack for your next trip? With all the traveling I do, I
Hate rules when Pens, Flyers skate
A Pennsylvania team will play for the Stanley Cup. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Some NHL rivalries evolve
Beck-Cuccarese wedding to be on OSU campus
X The engagement and upcoming marriage of Emily Beck and Michael Cuccarese is being announced by
nba playoffs Cavs vs. Celtics
Tuesday: Boston 76, Cleveland 72 Thursday: Boston 89, Cleveland 73, Boston leads series 2-0
The 84 percent vic-tory of pro-autonomy forces in a referendum called by Bolivia’s wealthy
Opinion: The 84 percent vic-tory of pro-autonomy forces in a referendum called by Bolivia’s wealthy eastern
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities
ATHLETIC GROUPS X McDonald Midget Football Association will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior
Gunbattles erupt in Beirut
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — Running gunbattles raged in parts of Beirut on Thursday after the leader of
GM agrees to pay up to $200M to help end strike
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. has agreed to kick in up to $200 million to help bring an end to
YSU softball limited to 2 hits
Illinois-Chicago defeated the Penguins, 7-0. CHICAGO — The Youngstown State softball team was
Friday's Best Bets on TV
“TV’s All-Time Funniest” (8 p.m., ABC): For this two-hour special, TV fans were asked to choose
Police officers honored for work
The police chief didn’t forget the dogs who work so hard on the streets. YOUNGSTOWN — There’s no
Horizon league championships Thursday’s results
MEN Team scores (after six events): 1. YSU 51, 2. Valparaiso 31, 3. Illinois-Chicago 29, 4.
More than half of diabetics in U.S. have arthritis, study says
ATLANTA (AP) — More than half of U.S. adults with diabetes also have arthritis, raising a serious
Israel’s birthday marked by clashes
The Israeli prime minister is accused of taking illegal contributions. JERUSALEM (AP) — A clash
Today is Friday, May 9, the 130th day of 2008. There are 236 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, May 9, the 130th day of 2008. There are 236 days left in the year. On this date in
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Ray and Marie Rothrauff, Struthers, boy, May 7. David and
Hubbard, WGH win Trumbull titles
CORTLAND — Jermaine Collins took first place in the 100 hurdles (14.5 seconds) and the 300 hurdles
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball
TRI-T PONY Players Division David’s Heating 10, Springfield Grille 3 GF Insulations 13, St.
Angry young woman looks for positive spin
Danica Patrick is hoping her recent win tweaks her intensity. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A deep-seated
Should Dann be impeached? Elections chief has her doubtsSFlb
The attorney general has done good work for the secretary of state’s office, its leader says.
Analyst: Cobalt to go to Mexico
The Lordstown GM complex will make the new Chevy Aveo, not a new version of the Cobalt, the auto
Earnhardt Jr. brushes off crash, puts focus on Dodge Challenger
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Kyle Busch just might have a little “Intimidator” in him. And that’s from
Judge to review CIA memo on interrogations
NEW YORK (AP) — The CIA must let a judge view a 2002 memo purportedly including waterboarding among
TRADE The Indians deal Michaels to Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired outfielder Jason Michaels and cash from the Cleveland Indians on
NHL ROUNDUP | Thursday’s game
Red Wings 4, Stars 1 DETROIT — Johan Franzen, Brian Rafalski and Tomas Holmstrom scored power-play
Storms cause damage in 3 states
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A line of severe storms swept across the Southeast on Thursday, damaging
ON THE SIDE...
Opinion: PROFILE IN COURAGE: The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation is honoring Ohio Secretary of State
MLB ROUNDUP | Thursday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Tigers 1 DETROIT — Josh Beckett had eight strikeouts, including the
Bucs get close call — and big win
Pittsburgh’s three-run seventh inning started with a controversial call. PITTSBURGH (AP) — San
Homer-happy Yanks prevent Tribe sweep
Cleveland gave up four dingers in a 6-3 loss. NEW YORK (AP) — Jason Giambi and the sluggish New
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