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James, Cavaliers shoot down Celtics, 108-84
CLEVELAND — LeBron James scored 21 points on another off-shooting night, but Delonte West scored 21,
Thunder lose sixth straight, 56-30, to Lexington
LEXINGTON, KY. – The Mahoning Valley offense continued a season long slump in a 56-30 loss to
Sizemore powers Indians past Jays
Sizemore powers Indians past Jays CLEVELAND — Grady Sizemore homered twice and drove in five runs,
Gorzelanny, Bay lead Bucs to 5th straight
PITTSBURGH — Tom Gorzelanny shook off Mark Teixeira’s two-run homer in the first inning to shut out
Warren Relay for Live raises $461,000 to fight cancer
WARREN — The American Cancer Society’s Warren Relay for Life, the largest single relay in Ohio in
Marc Dann booted out of Ohio Democratic Party
COLUMBUS – Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann, mired in a sex scandal and resisting attempts to force
Ron Parise, Warren native and shuttle astronaut, dies
WARREN — Two-time space shuttle astronaut Ronald A. Parise, 56, a Warren native and noted graduate
Misdeeds, corruption: Is it who we are?
YOUNGSTOWN — “Crime Town U.S.A.” That’s what the Saturday Evening Post called the Mahoning Valley
Magistrate’s ruling critical of Dann’s actions
YOUNGSTOWN — Despite the scandal at the attorney general’s office and calls for his resignation,
Big day approaches for WFMJ Today Wedding Couple
YOUNGSTOWN — It all started as a joke, but with less than five days until tying the knot, WFMJ Today
Family shares bond of foster parenting
BOARDMAN — Vernelle Butler and Danetta Claybrook have the kind of mother-daughter relationship
MARCH OF THE SURVIVORS
1,400 walk in Warren’s Relay for Life Each team wore special T-shirts containing slogans
New plan evolves for probe of Dann
Lawmakers plan to approve legislation to have the inspector general do the investigation.
“An American Crime” (9 p.m., Showtime): “An American Crime” stars Ellen Page
“An American Crime” (9 p.m., Showtime): “An American Crime” stars Ellen Page in the dramatization of
Speedy gal joins ‘Heroes’
Brea Grant cried tears of joy when she got the part. LOS ANGELES — She’s not just fast. She’s
Zoldan’s horse likely to sit out
Visionaire’s trainer may replace jockey Jose Lezcano. Most likely, Visionaire, the horse owned
Champion lives up to its name
Hubbard had a shot to claim the TAC-8 softball title outright. CHAMPION — There were several
W. Reserve nips Ursuline in 8 innings; Canfield’s Sulick shuts out Niles, 15-0
BERLIN CENTER — Heather Monoski’s single scored Presley Commings from second base with the winning
Business group: Ohio hasn’t gone far enough to fix workers’ compensation
COLUMBUS (AP) — A group of Ohio employers who say their businesses are being crushed by injured-
Lordstown union OKs labor contract
The contract passed with 56 percent of the vote. LORDSTOWN — One of the two plants at the
Jones, Merrill help lead Penguin men to second
YOUNGSTOWN — It had been more than two months since Harold Jones lost to Loyola’s Joe Mahalick in
Kids coast through science
Pupils learn about potential and kinetic energy by drawing blueprints and building their roller
Malkin sharp on the heels of Crosby
Pittsburgh deflated the Flyers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — With Evgeni Malkin doing his best Mario Lemieux
Judge rules in favor of B.I.G.’s family
Judge rules in favor of B.I.G.’s family LOS ANGELES — A judge has reinstated a wrongful-death
End of the line for YSU softball; Butler wins, 3-1
CHICAGO — The Youngstown State softball team was eliminated from the Horizon League softball
The race is on for 41-cent Forever Stamps
Rates may rise again in 2009, a postal official says. The 41-cent Forever Stamp is forever no
Mother’s Day spending expected to be cut back
Retailers don’t think mom will be forgotten, but they don’t expect a big weekend. CINCINNATI (AP)
Judge, commissioner back showing respect to others
Let’s set a minimum respect standard at work, judge urges. YOUNGSTOWN — The simple words
area
area Fan Fest set NILES — As part of their 10th anniversary, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers have
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jerome L. Givens, 46, of 2721 Rush Blvd., Youngstown, and
Honor for Y’town’s finest serves as lesson for all of us
Editorial: Honor for Y’town’s finest serves as lesson for all of us Too often, police and law enforcement
Today is Saturday, May 10, the 131st day of 2008. There are 235 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, May 10, the 131st day of 2008. There are 235 days left in the year. On this date
POSTAL RATES
POSTAL RATES Increases Besides the increase for first-class postage, here are some other planned
Six killed in exchange of attacks
Militants have fired 1,950 mortar shells and rockets at Israel this year, the Israeli military said.
Available casino jobs don’t solve problems
Atlantic City’s social problems remain after 30 years of gambling. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) —
Pastoral anniversary
Pastoral anniversary YOUNGSTOWN — Union Baptist Church, 528 Lincoln Ave., will mark the 13th
Iraq Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: The U.S. military said the leader of al-Qaida in Iraq has been
Mother expecting 18th child
“We’ve had three in January, three in December. Those two months are a busy time for us.” Michelle
B’nai B’rith to honor Suzyn Schwebel Epstein as Guardian of Menorah
A tribute banquet is planned June 1. VIENNA — Suzyn Schwebel Epstein will be honored by B’nai
Hezbollah seizes control of key areas
Hezbollah’s takeover is a blow to U.S. policy. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — Shiite Hezbollah gunmen
Women Hand In Hand plan scholarship brunch
Women Hand In Hand plan scholarship brunch YOUNGSTOWN — Women Hand In Hand will have its 22nd
Simon charts a new course
The singer was inspired by Brazilian music for her new work. NEW YORK — Carly Simon was
deadly disasters \At a glance
A look at some of the deadliest natural disasters around the world in the past 40 years: October
More aid and rain on the way
Only one out of 10 who are in need have received aid, an official said. YANGON, Myanmar (AP) —
Workshops set on Latino immigrant issues
YOUNGSTOWN — The Office of Social Action/Migration and Refugee Services of Catholic Charities of the
Protect dogs and cats from too much sun
Dear Readers: Now that the days are getting longer and the sun will be out, we’ll be spending more
MCDONALD COUNCIL Agenda
Meeting recently, village officials handled these matters: Passed a resolution to re-employ Atty.
Man who lost homes in Katrina wins jackpot
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A construction company owner who lost two homes in Hurricane Katrina claimed
Weekly bridge quiz
Weekly bridge quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xK Q 9 7 6 3 uVoid v7 wA J 10 7 6 2
She needs to move on — away from Dad
Dear Annie: Except for five months when I was married, I’ve lived with my father my entire life. My
Jessica Howard and Nathan Savon plan Sept. nuptials
X The engagement of Jessica Lynne Howard, daughter of Kevin and Jenny Howard, all of 45094 Metz
Military reinforces vehicles
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military is reinforcing the sides of its top-line mine-resistant vehicles
Communion query goes to home dioceses
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Roman Catholic Archbishop Donald Wuerl, responding to questions about
Driver guilty in crash that killed five
Michael Gagnon faces up to 50 years in prison when he is sentenced June 27. TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) —
Fashionable ‘four eyes’ still say dork
Opinion: WASHINGTON — When I was a Peace Corps teacher in Africa, really remote Africa, more than a few of my
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Some Youngstown city workers who accepted what was called “an early-retirement
Programs mark Pastor Wilkins’ anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Pastor George Wilkins of Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church, 328 S. Forest St., will
Author discusses impetus behind emerging churches
Brian McLaren said churches must move past traditional works of charity. NEW YORK (AP) — Author
Funds to train welders at Choffin
YOUNGSTOWN — Federal funds are on the way to help launch a welders training program at Choffin
Quints born just in time for Mother’s Day
PHOENIX (AP) — An Ohio woman got an early Mother’s Day gift, giving birth to four girls and one boy
Volunteers will run historic sites in Ohio
The Museum of Ceramics in East Liverpool is another site the state is abandoning. URBANA, Ohio
Obama should talk about his mama
Opinion: BOSTON — From time to time during this primary, I’ve wondered about Obama’s mama. In a race that was
Bad day starts with crash
Bad day starts with crash ROCK ISLAND, Tenn. — One moment Justin Hill was turning into his
Suspect captured after hourlong police chase
Bond was set at $6,500 during the suspect’s video arraignment. YOUNGSTOWN — An hourlong police
Participation is key at Youngstown Metro
Church in the city evolves from home site to a new home in a building. YOUNGSTOWN — After
Voices of faith: What is real worship?
Voices of faith: What is real worship? The Rev. Holly McKissick, pastor of St. Andrew Christian
youngstown metro church Details on activities and more
Youngstown Metro Church, 801 Wick Ave., Youngstown, is affiliated with the Southern Baptist
Man gets 10 years for slaying
The victim’s death was unintended, the defense lawyer says. YOUNGSTOWN — A 35-year-old Samuel
Russia shows off military might
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia showcased its military might and youthful new president to the world Friday, as
Wedding anniversary celebrations planned
YOUNGSTOWN — The Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of
Tax collection exceeds $101.4M
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Treasurer’s Office reported it has received more than $101.4
TODAY
TODAY 7:30 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Formula One Turkish Grand Prix. 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Italian
Down, Stars work on stopping Wings
DETROIT (AP) — Johan Franzen and Tomas Holmstrom stand in front of the net, distracting goaltenders
Obama and McCain begin quest for ‘Hillary Democrats’
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the racially tinged Democratic race drawing to an awkward close, Barack Obama
Results Horizon League championships
MEN Team standings: 1. Milwaukee 183, 2. Youngstown State 169, 3. UIC 74, 4. Butler 64, 5. Detroit
Blake, Francisco are Tribe’s double trouble tag team
C.C. Sabathia (2-5) struck out nine over seven innings in the 6-1 win. CLEVELAND (AP) — Casey
Attorney general wrong on shield law
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Attorney General Michael Mukasey is wrong when he says we do not need a federal media
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 6, Cleveland 3 Chicago White Sox 6, Minnesota 2
Fed proposes changes in credit card industry
WASHINGTON — What prompted a slew of new federal proposals to combat abusive practices in the credit
Unbid $150,000 contract wasteful, agency decides
COLUMBUS — An unbid contract for more than $150,000 in copying and printing equipment signed by
Mom, kids lived with corpse for two months
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Two children and their mother lived for about two months with the decaying body
Humane Society to display adoptable pets
SALEM — The Humane Society of Columbiana County will have adoptable cats and dogs, puppies and
Official links depression to teens’ marijuana use
WASHINGTON — The White House drug czar said in a warning to parents Friday that depressed teens are
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
YSU’s women’s track team edges Milwaukee for title YOUNGSTOWN — With their hands on their
AFL-CIO opposed aid package for Mexico
WASHINGTON — A major U.S. counter-drug aid package for Mexico is under attack by U.S. organized
N.C. official: Deadly tornado could have been ‘much worse’
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Amber Parker watched on television as the storm near her home grew into a
Mourners cheer favorite team of slain police officer
The lining of his coffin was imprinted with the logo of the Philadelphia Flyers. PHILADELPHIA (AP)
Karlene DuBois to be bride of Michael Allen
X YOUNGSTOWN — Announced by Peter and Kathleen DuBois, 421 Wyndclift Place, is the engagement of
Andrea Candle to be bride of Robert Canter
X NEW MIDDLETOWN — Announced by Michael and Deborah Candle, 6166 Middletown Road, is the engagement
Greg Biffle heads record-breakers
He won the pole as 41 of 44 drivers broke the qualifying record at Darlington. DARLINGTON, S.C.
Former Dem chairman urges second thoughts
The Democrats’ Executive Committee hopes to rescind its endorsement of Dann. COLUMBUS — Paul
Deeds-Kokoski troth announced by couple’s parents
X The engagement of Lisa Marie Deeds and Kendall K. Kokoski, both of 76 Meadowbrook Ave., Boardman,
IMPEACHMENT
IMPEACHMENT The process Ohio’s impeachment process: Ohio House of Representatives leads an
Sorenstam slightly ahead of pursuers
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Lorena Ochoa started with a birdie, pulling her even with Annika Sorenstam,
Boo birds come out for former Jazz player
They booed Derek Fisher even though he became a Laker for legitimate reasons. SALT LAKE CITY (AP)
Teen admits role in giving drug to baby
NEWARK, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say a teenager who held a toddler on her lap as her boyfriend gave
Failing in reading
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: With the No Child Left Behind Act, President Bush took a major role in bringing
Trustee gives update on Springfield projects
NEW SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Township Trustee Robert Orr recently reported on the schedule for
Cleveland’s Mr. Everything is not having a Superman series
The Cavaliers may be without starting forward Ben Wallace for tonight’s Game 3. INDEPENDENCE (AP)
Nicole DeLucia will become bride of Matthew Monus
X POLAND — Nicole DeLucia and Matthew Monus are engaged and have made wedding plans, her parents
Loan program designed to help small businesses
Thirty Valley businesses borrowed money through the program. YOUNGSTOWN — In a struggling
Brawling couple’s charges increase
Two men were injured when they intervened in what they thought was a physical fight between the
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Flyers
Friday: Pittsburgh 4, Philadelphia 2, Pittsburgh leads the series 1-0 Sunday: Philadelphia at
Pa. man jailed in death of motorcyclist
WARREN – A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man is in the Trumbull County Jail facing charges stemming from
Fishing for a good cause
The third annual Water For People fishing event hosted by Aqua Ohio on May 17 is a great opportunity
nba playoffs Cavs vs. Celtics
Tuesday: Boston 76, Cleveland 72 Thursday: Boston 89, Cleveland 73, Boston leads series 2-0
Thousands lose power
Thousands lose power BOARDMAN — Ohio Edison customers in parts of Youngstown, Girard and Boardman
mlb roundup Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 6, Yankees 5 DETROIT — Kenny Rogers pitched into the seventh inning and
Not the best golf for old, young alike
Sergio Garcia’s driving was as spectacular as his putting was atrocious. PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.
Obama back in Washington to add more superdelegates
Obama expects to lose West Virginia and Kentucky but win the other remaining contests. WASHINGTON
Killer gets life sentence
The murderer belongs in a ‘deep, dark, lonely, miserable hole,’ a judge says. YOUNGSTOWN —
South Side felon charged in rape
The defendant is a convicted felon granted early release from prison Feb. 29. YOUNGSTOWN —A 26-
Sanchez delivers Bucs’ 3-2 verdict over Braves
Freddy Sanchez singled home Brian Bixler with two outs in the last of the ninth. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Jenna Bush to wed today
CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) — So close and yet so far: Tiny Crawford is sort of like a bridesmaid at arm’s
News shows Sunday lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev.; Carly
Business news digest
REGION ‘WFMJ Today’ anchor leaving after 9 years YOUNGSTOWN — After nine years, Laurie Lehosky
Local topics Sunday news programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ Channel 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Time Warner Cable
‘Titanic’ more than just spectacle
The roles are ‘perfectly cast,’ making the characters more believable. YOUNGSTOWN — Sometimes