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Man shot in head on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A man was shot in the head on the city’s North Side and taken to nearby St. Elizabeth
Pirates snap streak against Cubs
CHICAGO — Nate McLouth hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer off Carlos Marmol in the ninth to lift the
Big Brown wins Preakness
BALTIMORE — Big Brown powered to the lead turning for home and then sailed through the stretch to
Walkoff homer beats Indians
CINCINNATI — Adam Dunn hit a three-run homer in the ninth off Masa Kobayashi, rallying the
Dann case: Spigot opens for lawsuits, damages and fees
COLUMBUS — An internal investigation’s finding that a “hostile work environment” existed in former
YSU celebrates Centennial Spring Commencement
YOUNGSTOWN — In 1980, Janet K. Hartman took home an associate degree, and 28 years and four children
Get involved in crime prevention
YOUNGSTOWN — Crime-fighting doesn’t have to be limited to police. The Mahoning Valley Task Force
Ribbon cutting Monday for Taft Technology Center
YOUNGSTOWN — Former Gov. Bob Taft will return to Youngstown Monday to celebrate the building that
YSU and its impact grow through the years
YOUNGSTOWN — Charles J. Bannon recalls, when he graduated from the Youngstown College of Law in
Go with gold if ching is your thing
The changing value of the dollar may be at the heart of fluctuating gold prices, and increased
Lock up, keep the burglars out (maybe)
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Warm weather is here, so head to the park and enjoy it. Just make sure to lock
Utovich says she tried to rescind resignation
Marc Dann’s former office employee is ‘seeking legal representation.’ Then-Attorney General
New owner of WCI plans upgrades, reports say
Union leader expects staffing to remain the same under new ownership. WARREN — Russia’s
Stephanie Payne, Danny Trevathan set spring nuptials
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Stephanie Payne of Youngstown, a daughter of Corinne Payne of
Boardman runs away with Federal track crown
The Spartans scored 1511‚Ñ8 points to beat GlenOak, while Fitch placed seventh. NORTH CANTON —
Sports Digest: Bill Dailey golf outing set for June 4
ysu Bill Dailey golf outing June 4 YOUNGSTOWN —The annual YSU Penguin Club Bill Dailey Golf
Getting It Right: Youngstown Metro Assembly
GETTING IT RIGHT YOUNGSTOWN — One statement in a May 10 story on Youngstown Metro Assembly
LeBron goes for 32 as Cavaliers force Game 7
The home team has won all six games of the series; that will have to change if Cleveland wants to
WNBA schedule
wnba schedule Today’s Games Los Angeles at Phoenix, 3:30 p.m. Houston at Detroit, 3:30 p.m.
Family builds mosque as gift
The place of worship is located in a poor village in Cambodia. TRAMOUNG CHRUM, Cambodia (AP) —
Baptist association plans spring revival
YOUNGSTOWN — Shenango Valley Baptist Association will have a spring revival at 7 p.m. Monday through
International scholar offers viewpoints on sacred space
1The rabbi provided commentary along with questions in his talk, “Sacred Space and Its Meaning in
Obama leads in number of campaign songs
NEW YORK (AP) — Barack Obama is closing in on the Democratic nomination for president, but he
Poland girls win last MAC crown
The Bulldogs trailed for most of the meet before rallying over the last four events. The Bulldogs
Relaying their spirit: Cancer survivors recount stories at Boardman event
Cancer survivors recount stories of hope, triumph at Boardman event More than 1,200 hugs were
Baseball Linescores Friday Tournament Division I: Fitch 5, Boardman 0
BASEBALL LINESCORES FRIDAY TOURNAMENT DIVISION I FITCH 5, BOARDMAN 0 Fitch0130010—5110
Couple weds under WFMJ’s watch
WFMJ Today had its seventh spectacular wedding for a deserving couple. YOUNGSTOWN — As they
Judge: Aunt, uncle not liable for tuition
The judge said tuition should be paid by the Las Vegas school district where the girl’s parents
Post-Time: 133rd Preakness
Television schedule for today’s 133rd Preakness stakes: Stations: (21) (3) (9) Pre-race: 4:30
Ursuline Center offering various programs
CANFIELD — Three religious-oriented programs are planned at the Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road.
MLB Roundup: Friday’s games
INTERLEAGUE Phillies 10, Blue Jays 3 PHILADELPHIA — Jayson Werth homered in his first three at-
Grocery costs strain food stamp users
Making ends meet With grocery costs rising, food stamp money doesn’t buy as much. CHICAGO (AP)
Rapper Rick Ross coming to arena
YOUNGSTOWN — Rap star Rick Ross is coming to Chevrolet Centre on June 22. Tickets for the 7:30
Big Brown is horse to beat in Preakness
The undefeated colt is a 1-2 early favorite to win the Preakness Saturday. BALTIMORE (AP) — Big
Four years is justice delayed to a ridiculous extreme
Editorial: Four years is justice delayed to a ridiculous extreme If the case of convicted murderer Joseph P.
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Friday 2nd—Jeanne’s Hero (Ramos)19.406.204.20 Title Princess
Preachers rejecting one-issue politics
Opinion: What shook the earth last week in Washington wasn’t the president, Congress or anything from the
Key dates in history of WCI Steel and the site of its Warren plant:
Key dates in history of WCI Steel and the site of its Warren plant: 1912: Trumbull Steel Co.
Interfaith group continues to dialogue
Jewish-Christian Studies began in 1974. BOARDMAN — “We expand the prism of how to look at
Council to review SMG pick for arena
SMG official has high hopes for success of downtown’s Chevrolet Centre. YOUNGSTOWN — Though
July 5 wedding to join Katie Niemi and Jordan Taylor
X SALEM — William and Denise Niemi and John and Debbie Spiese announce the engagement of their
Lockett-Shelby wedding date is announced
X The engagement of Dr. Katura Antoinette Lockett, 134 McEntire Lane S.W., Decatur, Ala., and Dr.
Darkness offers time to refresh and look inward
dr. agnes martinko “From divine light to light beer, things associated with the metaphor of
Submit information on vacation Bible school
Submit information on vacation Bible school Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public
Mustangs in Boardman rev up for film
The bill of sale for Trustee Kathy Miller’s car is still around. It cost $2,535. BOARDMAN — A
Andretti seeking ninth Indy start
John Andretti has started eight Indianapolis 500 races dating back to 1988. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) —
Musical accompaniment set for labyrinth walks at Villa Maria
VILLA MARIA, Pa. — The labyrinth at Villa Maria Community Center, Evergreen Road, will mark its 10th
Republicans put spin on Obama slogan
Change the slogan Scripps Howard News Service: To boost their morale and their poor prospects this
‘America’s Most Wanted’ notches its 1,000th arrest after 20 years
The host of the show has crusaded for tougher laws against sex offenders for 25 years. NEW
Secrecy shrouds ‘Crystal Skull’ release
CANNES, France (AP) — Indiana Jones doesn’t give up his secrets lightly, and neither does the man
Delphi sues former investor
NEW YORK (AP) — Delphi said Friday it has sued its former lead equity investor, Appaloosa
Spaghetti is served: Allen Lodge 276 to serve annual spaghetti dinner Sunday
Spaghetti is served COLUMBIANA — Allen Lodge 276, 722 Springfield Road, will serve its sixth
‘Desperate Housewives’ looks ahead on finale
‘Desperate Housewives’ looks ahead on finale WASHINGTON — It’s true: “Desperate Housewives” will
Region news digest: Humility of Mary agrees to be ERIS test site
REGION Humility of Mary agrees to be ERIS test site YOUNGSTOWN — Humility of Mary Health
‘Full Monty’ show added at midnight
YOUNGSTOWN — Because of high ticket demand, the Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St.,
Warning may save pet’s life
Dear Readers: It’s time to print important information about pets and the summer heat. During
Ministry to distribute New Testaments designed especially for Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A religious group plans to distribute 250,000 Pittsburgh-themed copies of the New
Mich. GM workers accept contract
Production workers are to receive a $2,000 payment. LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A striking United Auto
Churches plan family rally day at park
BOARDMAN — A family rally day is planned from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Hofmaster and Long Pavilions
Junior Civic League to present scholarships to 13 graduates
BOARDMAN — The Junior Civic League will present scholarships to 13 area high-school graduates during
Bowzer to lawmakers: Yip, yip, yip ...
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Here’s one more reason to pity Marc Dann: He’ll never get a chance to hunt down and
Reds top Indians on walk by Dunn
Adam Dunn’s walk with the bases loaded in the eighth inning sank Cleveland, 4-3. CINCINNATI (AP) —
Golf Roundup: Friday’s other events
Regions Charity Classic HOOVER, Ala. — Andy Bean and Monday qualifier Mike Goodes shot 7-under 65s
Is roundup of children in Texas proper?
Opinion: BOSTON -- During the Vietnam War there was a phrase that came to symbolize the entire misbegotten
Mahoning County: Marriage licenses
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bradley A. Baringer, 43, of 12144 W. Middletown Road,
YSU loses series finale to UWM, prepares for Horizon tourney
YSU, which dropped a 9-8 decision, will next play Wednesday. MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Troy Veslig and
Penguins rest before Game 5
The Penguins are holding a 3-1 lead over the Flyers entering Sunday’s game. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Mooney rallies, dismisses Red Dragons in 5 innings
Boo Vasquez’s bases-loaded double turned the tide for the Cardinals. STRUTHERS — When Cardinal
Sports TV listings for May 17
TODAY 10 a.m. (GC) Golf: Irish Open. Noon (17/62) “This Week in Baseball.” Noon (ESPN) Horse
Russians deliver supplies
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A Russian supply ship docked to the international space station on
Prosecutor drops rape charge
The arrest triggered a probation violation hearing. YOUNGSTOWN — A rape charge against a 26-
Soriano leads surging Cubs past Pirates, 7-4
His three-run homer gave Chicago an early 6-0 lead. CHICAGO (AP) — Alfonso Soriano got booed and
Bush administration to cancel oil shipments into reserve
WASHINGTON — The Bush administration, bowing to intense political pressure, said Friday that it
AF2 STANDINGS American Conference
AF2 STANDINGS American Conference EastWLT.PFPA W-B/Scranton610445231 Albany330315339
SHARING THE LOVE: Jeff Ondash, aka Teddy McHuggins, unofficially broke the world record for most
SHARING THE LOVE: Jeff Ondash, aka Teddy McHuggins, unofficially broke the world record for most
City scholars are honored for schools’ improvement
The goal is to focus on the school district’s successes, not its failures. YOUNGSTOWN — More
Highlights of a proposed deal to have SMG, a Philadelphia-facility management company, help run the
Highlights of a proposed deal to have SMG, a Philadelphia-facility management company, help run the
Youngstown State unveils statue of its first president
The likeness of the school’s first president is now a permanent campus fixture. YOUNGSTOWN —
Palestinian U.N. ambassador calls for Mideast resolution
His visit marks the anniversary of the day of catastrophe for the Palestinian people.
NBA Playoffs: Cavs vs. Celtics
May 6: Boston 76, Cleveland 72 May 8: Boston 89, Cleveland 73 May 10: Cleveland 108, Boston 84
Byrd has 3-stroke lead at PGA AT&T
Wet conditions have the Georgia course playing fast. DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — Jonathan Byrd took
Trumbull County: Indictments
A Trumbull County grand jury has indicted the following people. They will appear before Judge Wyatt
Drop & Go event moves indoors
Drop & Go event moves indoors BOARDMAN — An event where residents can drop off their unwanted but
Drunken Driving: Fast facts
Age of people killed in alcohol-related crashes in Ohio in 2007, followed by number of deaths.
Today is Saturday, May 17, the 138th day of 2008. There are 228 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, May 17, the 138th day of 2008. There are 228 days left in the year. On this date
Man gets 6-year term for 2 armed robberies
The robberies took place near some vacant townhouses on Woodhurst Drive in Austintown.
Suicide prompts Internet harassment bill
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Responding to the suicide of a Missouri teenager who was teased over the
Tedesco’s curveball rewarded
Josh Tedesco doesn’t throw the baseball very hard. In fact, the junior pitcher for the Thiel College
Obama campaign jumps to counter GOP strategy
On Friday, the Democrats’ criticism focused on John McCain. WASHINGTON (AP) — In President Bush’s
On Area Diamonds: Youth baseball & softball
BASEBALL PONY (TRI-T) Classic Division Canfield Lariccia Italian Market 14, Austintown FOP #126 4
Frimpong wins three MAC titles
Audra Frimpong of Canfield has won an unprecedented 12 MAC titles. SALEM — When you have as
American Axle, UAW reach deal
DETROIT (AP) — A person briefed on the talks says the United Auto Workers have reached an agreement
4 deputies on leave pending probe
Township police saw a pistol in plain view inside the vehicle. BOARDMAN — Mahoning County
Riding With … Dave Blaney
This week: The Hartford native qualified in the sixth position for the NASCAR Sprint Showdown
Kyle Busch takes pole for Sprint
He edged Jeff Gordon for Saturday’s NASCAR All-Star Sprint Race. CONCORD, N.C. — Kyle Busch
Mahoning County indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people this week: Jason M. Rodriguez, 27, no address
Gruver grooves his strikes; Fitch ousts Boardman, 5-0
Steve Gruver had 12 strikeouts in the complete-game three-hitter for Austintown. BOARDMAN —
Blaney to start sixth
Blaney to start sixth Hartford native Dave Blaney qualified 6th for tonight’s NASCAR all-star race
Official faces sensitivity training
This is not a ‘Marc Dann case’, the judge said. YOUNGSTOWN — Sensitivity training is likely in
NHL Playoffs: Penguins vs. Flyers
May 9: Pittsburgh 4, Philadelphia 2 May 11: Pittsburgh 4, Philadelphia 2 Tuesday: Pittsburgh 4,
ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., and Rep. John Boehner, R-Ohio.
ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., and Rep. John Boehner, R-Ohio. CBS’ “Face the Nation”:
Bin Laden: Palestinian cause at heart of jihad
CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Osama bin Laden vowed Friday to fight Israel for the liberation of the
Relat for Life: Upcoming Valley events
COLUMBIANA COUNTY June 6 7: East Liverpool, Frank Mangano Memorial Track. June 13 14:
MLB Baseball: Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland 4, Oakland 2 Toronto 3, Minnesota 2, 11 innings
Howland’s Kirin finds victory lane
Hubbard was ousted while Champion’s softball team edged LaBrae. STRUTHERS — Jared Kirin tossed a
The Latest Line was not available for today’s edition.
The Latest Line was not available for today’s edition.
‘Crash’ shows results of drunken driving
Students heard from a man whose daughter was killed by a drunken driver. NILES — Around 350
Suspect pleads guilty for post office panic
His actions led to a three-hour evacuation of the downtown post office. YOUNGSTOWN — David
Patrol officer credits Crime Stoppers
This is the first time the Trumbull County patrol has used the Crime Stoppers system.
Strong aftershock rattles stricken areas in China
Strong aftershock rattles stricken areas in China YINGXIU, China — A powerful aftershock knocked
‘Lou’ apparently content to remain a bachelor
Dear Annie: I am a widow. I met a good man back in 2003 and we hit it off really well. I moved in
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Ben and Carole Canfield, Poland, girl, May 15. Scott T. and