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James scores 21, Cavs even series with Celtics
CLEVELAND — LeBron James scored 21 points, jamming in a powerhouse dunk over a defenseless Kevin
Indians 2B Asdrubal Cabrera turns unassisted triple play
CLEVELAND — Indians second baseman Asdrubal Cabrera turned the 14th unassisted triple play in major
Marzec’s three homers lead YSU over West Virginia
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Eric Marzec hit three of Youngstown State’s four home runs, and the Penguins
Braves beat Pirates 8-1 to split DH
PITTSBURGH — Tim Hudson limited Pittsburgh to two hits and an unearned run over seven innings and
Ruptured gas line forces evacuation in Petersburg
PETERSBURG — A ruptured Dominion East Ohio gas line this afternoon forced evacuation of 20 homes and
LOUIE FREE TUESDAY | Judge Mark Belinky, author set to chat
Mahoning County Probate Judge Mark Belinky of Mahoning County Probate Court rocks and rolls with
California native signs with YSU women’s basketball
YOUNGSTOWN — Point guard Macey Nortey has a signed a letter of intent for women’s basketball with
Carmona’s 5-hitter leads Indians over Blue Jays 3-0
CLEVELAND — Fausto Carmona pitched a five-hitter for Cleveland’s second consecutive shutout over the
Boardman man faces lengthy prison term for killing his wife
YOUNGSTOWN — The tortuous four-year journey of the murder case of Joseph P. Nazarini through
Hearing set for woman charged with crash into Pa. buggy
MERCER, Pa. — A preliminary hearing is set for a woman who crashed into a horse-drawn buggy
Warren man sues Trumbull, Warren officials for conspiring to convict him
YOUNGSTOWN — A Warren man who spent six years in a state prison before his murder conviction was
Duke, Sanchez lead Pirates past Braves in DH opener
PITTSBURGH — Freddy Sanchez’s three-run double in the fifth inning broke a scoreless tie, leading
Yavorcik can challenge Gains for Mahoning prosecutor
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains failed to convince the board of elections that
Poland schedules Memorial Day festivities
POLAND — American Legion Mahoning Valley Post 15 Memorial Day parade and activities begin at 9 a.m.
Brookfield sets Memorial Day parade
BROOKFIELD — Brookfield’s annual Memorial Day Parade will be at 10 a.m. May 26. The parade will
New vehicle, used car sales post April gains
New vehicle sales rose 19 percent last month, while used car sales posted a 3 percent gain. The
Sobriety roadblock nets one
The Mahoning County Operating Vehicle Impaired Task Force arrested one impaired driver during a
Annual law enforcement memorial service scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN — The annual law enforcement memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. May 23 at Our Lady
Brookfield safety forces plan memorial tribute
BROOKFIELD —Township firefighters, auxiliary members and police officers invite the public to their
Ohio’s Brunner named winner of Kennedy award
Many Democratic officials in Ohio don’t agree with Brunner’s actions. Jennifer Brunner will
YSU student working to end Darfur killings
A quest for lemonade led her to form a group seeking an end to genocide in Darfur. YOUNGSTOWN
Cabrera turns unassisted triple play; Tribe splits with Jays
CLEVELAND — Indians second baseman Asdrubal Cabrera turned the 14th unassisted triple play in major
Agency: Myanmar on brink
A boat carrying international relief supplies sank Sunday. BANGKOK, Thailand — An estimated
Charges unlikely for dog injury
Whatever happens is in God’s hands, the dog owner said. YOUNGSTOWN — Those who hit and shot a
3 seek 1st Ward position
Wednesday is the deadline for applying for the vacant council position. NILES — Three
Nelson predicts victory for embattled Orlando
The Magic guard is confident even though his team trails, 3-1, in the series. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)
Celtics eye end to road skid
Boston fell to 0-4 on the road Saturday with a 108-84 loss in Cleveland. CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin
Tribe rainout sets up 2 today
The Indians-Blue Jays’ doubleheader at Progressive Field will begin at 4:05 p.m. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Garcia shatters longest slump, wins in playoff
The Spaniard beat Paul Goydos on the first extra hole in The Players Championship. PONTE VEDRA
Utah pulls out 123-115 win in OT
The Jazz played their best defense of the playoffs to tie the series. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The
PAIRINGS |K.O. Drugs boxing
Pairings for Wednesday’s second night of the K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament at the ITAM
League track meets on tap
Athletes will get ready for upcoming district, regional and state competitions. It’s final tuneup
30 bouts on tap in K.O. Drugs meet
The second session will be Wednesday night at the ITAM Banquet Center. YOUNGSTOWN — The 20th
Iraq violence subsides
hIraq violence subsides BAGHDAD, Iraq — Violence in the Shiite enclave of Sadr City subsided
Big Brown is attracting new rivals in Preakness
None of the Derby winner’s 19 challengers will run in Baltimore. Big Brown was so overpowering
Analysts: Race won’t be Obama’s biggest obstacle
Some say foreign policy and economic issues could be weaknesses for him. WASHINGTON — For the
Ohio driver in pickup truck injures 5 people in Amish buggy
HADLEY, Pa. — Police said a pickup truck driven by an Ohio woman slammed into an Amish buggy in
Drop & Go event in Boardman to help charities
BOARDMAN — Residents can drop off their unwanted but still usable household items to benefit area
Sorenstam whips the field in Michelob Ultra
She fired a 5-under-par 66 to beat four others by a record-tying seven strokes. WILLIAMSBURG,
Don’t be taken in by windfall profits tax
Opinion: “Excess profits.” That’s what oil companies are earning, Barack Obama says — and he’s not alone.
Trumbull arts program seeks pupils
LORDSTOWN — Arts/EXCEL, Trumbull County Educational Service Center’s creative and performing arts
Red Wings gun for 3-0 lead
At home, the Stars may find motivation from Saturday’s late altercation. DALLAS (AP) — Really,
Mercer veterans planning ceremony
MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County Vietnam Era Veterans Association will sponsor its 13th annual
BEAUTIFUL GARDENS
YOUNGSTOWN — A San Francisco artist has immortalized a piece of Mill Creek Park’s Fellows Riverside
NHL PLAYOFFS Penguins vs. Flyers
Friday: Pittsburgh 4, Philadelphia 2 Sunday: Pittsburgh 4,Philadelphia 2, Pittsburgh leads series
ACLU complains about $5 fee for political signs in Akron area
Officials in the two suburbs said the $5 fee is really a deposit. AKRON (AP) — Two suburbs that
Tiger claws zookeeper
TOLEDO (AP) — The Toledo Zoo says a tiger reached through a double mesh barrier and injured a
Busch says boos don’t bother him
Despite being jeered by the crowd, Kyle Busch won his third Sprint Cup race. DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP)
Brookfield safety forces plan memorial service
Brookfield safety forces plan memorial service BROOKFIELD —Township firefighters, auxiliary
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Youngstown school board, 6:30 p.m., East High School auditorium, 474 Bennington
Wilson’s return unknown to Bucs
The Pirates and Braves will play a doubleheader today after Sunday’s rainout. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Sex scandals In Ohio
Ohio has had its share of political sex scandals. Among them: Republican Warren G. Harding, the
Talbot’s go-ahead goal lifts Penguins to win
Pittsburgh beat Philadelphia, 4-2, to take a two-game lead in the Eastern finals. PITTSBURGH (AP)
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Sunday 1st—Dollys Princess (Magrell)15.605.803.60 Ryan’s Rose
Beer unaffected by downturn in U.S. economy
Lower-priced brands can help brewers during the economic slowdown. ST. LOUIS — Hammering out a
Nikole Owen, chief executive of Animal Charity, Youngstown, said there are many steps that people
Nikole Owen, chief executive of Animal Charity, Youngstown, said there are many steps that people
MLB ROUNDUP |Sunday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 8, Angels 5 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Carl Crawford hit a three-run homer and
New round of storms leaves at least 20 dead
The devastation touched several regions of the country between Saturday and Sunday. SENECA, Mo.
LAKERS-JAZZ TIED: Andrei Kirilenko blocked Kobe Bryant twice in overtime and converted a three-point
LAKERS-JAZZ TIED: Andrei Kirilenko blocked Kobe Bryant twice in overtime and converted a three-point
Copper thefts keep growing across nation
Thirty-five states have laws on the books or in the works to stiffen requirements for copper
Today is Monday, May 12, the 133rd day of 2008. There are 233 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Monday, May 12, the 133rd day of 2008. There are 233 days left in the year. On this date in
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints US Bank National Assoc. v. David L. Bregar, foreclosure.
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Carey Wright III The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
Inflation accounts for a big part of the predicted increase in aid costs.
Inflation accounts for a big part of the predicted increase in aid costs. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Many won’t receive tax rebate checks
Have a spouse waiting for a green card? You’re among those left out. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — When
Vindy.com News Podcast for May 12, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, May 12, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulto
Race to raise money for well repairs
YOUNGSTOWN — Social Action Republica will sponsor its second annual 10 Miles to Cure Thirst race
Duncan’s 22 points propel Spurs to tie
The San Antonio-New Orleans series is even at 2-2. SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Tim Duncan had 22 points and
‘Sex and the City’ takes on 40, more
The stars are glad the movie isn’t having them pretend they’re in their 30s again. NEW YORK —
She resents how sex life has slowed
Dear Annie: I have been married to a great guy for over a year. We have a fantastic marriage, with
Personal facts go to wrong place
Dear Readers: Guess what came into my office by mistake? A credit-card authorization form for winter
Grand Ole Opry welcomes ex-’Idol’ Carrie Underwood
Grand Ole Opry welcomes ex-’Idol’ Carrie Underwood NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Carrie Underwood, 25, is the
The recommended budget for two adults traveling in North America is $244 a day for lodging and
The recommended budget for two adults traveling in North America is $244 a day for lodging and
Weekly bridge quiz answers
Weekly bridge quiz answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xK Q 9 7 6 3 uVoid v7 wA J 10
Cablevision reported close to Newsday deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Cablevision Systems Corp. is close to buying the Long Island newspaper Newsday from
WORTH A LOOK | Area activities are open to the public
CHINESE AUCTIONS X Holy Trinity Romanian Orthodox Church, 626 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will have a
When Israel’s independence was proclaimed in Tel Aviv on May 14, 1948, as leaders of the
Opinion: When Israel’s independence was proclaimed in Tel Aviv on May 14, 1948, as leaders of the nascent
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Khaleej Times, Dubai, May 6: Urgent steps are required to contain the
“American Gladiators” (8 p.m., ABC): “American Gladiators” ramps up the
“American Gladiators” (8 p.m., ABC): “American Gladiators” ramps up the action for Season Two. “It’s
Despite questions, Obama is the answer
Opinion: North Carolina and Indiana primary voters have moved the seemingly endless Democratic presidential
Medvedev’s rule
Opinion: Washington Post: Shortly after being sworn in as Russian president Wednesday, Dmitry Medvedev
16 seasons later, Probst is surviving
The host never thought the show would see past the third season. NEW YORK — After all this
Cost-crunching consumers
One in Trumbull County has never advertised but has a clientele that keeps growing. MESOPOTAMIA
CEO tells future for Cedar Fair park chain
SANDUSKY (AP) — During his career, Cedar Fair Entertainment Co. boss Richard Kinzel has gone from
First lesson of diplomacy: pronunciation
Opinion: In the delicate world of diplomatic protocol, mispronouncing a foreign leader’s name ranks among the
“The frustration caused by what appears to be a paperwork delay is unprecedented.”
Opinion: “The frustration caused by what appears to be a paperwork delay is unprecedented.” Paul Risley
Group plans horse show fair matinee
CANFIELD — The Canfield Harness Horsemen’s Association is sponsoring a matinee horse show at 1:30
nba playoffs |Cavs vs. Celtics
Tuesday: Boston 76, Cleveland 72 Thursday: Boston 89, Cleveland 73 Saturday: Cleveland 108,
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 5, Detroit 2 Cleveland 12, Toronto 0 Tampa Bay
SATURDAY
SATURDAY TENNIS Spartan High School Invitational At Boardman High School. Class A Singles —
HIGH SCHOOL EVENTS Track, baseball and softball
TRACK AND FIELD Major meets Tuesday: Trumbull Athletic Conference Meet at Champion, 4:30 p.m.
Valley GM workers, residents can build on Cobalt’s success
Editorial: Valley GM workers, residents can build on Cobalt’s success Despite its massive downsizing and $3.3
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