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Pirates beat Cubs 5-4 in 14
PITTSBURGH — Jason Bay hit a two-run home run and the game-winning single in the 14th inning against
Samuelsson scores 2, Osgood stops 19 in Wings win
DETROIT — Detroit’s Mikael Samuelsson broke out of a slump with two goals and Chris Osgood stifled
Suspect in Pa. murder hangs self in Trumbull jail
WARREN — Ronald Machado, found dead Saturday evening in his Trumbull County jail cell, was to be
Indians snap seven-game losing streak
Indians snap seven-game losing streak CLEVELAND — Cliff Lee bounced back from his only poor outing
Unable to escape fire, man dies
SALINEVILLE — A man was killed and his mother was injured while trying to rescue him during a fire
Kids at St. Pat’s in Hubbard raise money for playground
HUBBARD — Pupils at St. Patrick’s School here are willing to pay to play — and work to help raise
Volunteers work to beautify Poland
POLAND — Whether age 79 or 5, some dedicated residents of Poland got a little dirt under their nails
Farrell High principal, school board square off
FARRELL, Pa. — When Lee V. McFerren came to the Farrell School District in 2005, it looked like a
Youngstown woman was in JFK’s circle of friends
YOUNGSTOWN — Catherine Jane Holway’s marriage to Navy Lt. j.g. Leonard Jay Thom on June 1, 1944,
260 participate in Memorial Day weekend fitness events
YOUNGSTOWN — Athletes from age 4 to 84 gathered at downtown’s Central YMCA on Saturday, running and
Brown, Honsaker dominate district
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Ursuline High sophomore Jasmine Brown and Mineral Ridge senior Nicole Honsaker
Thunder committed for at least five years
Mahoning Valley’s owners aren’t overreacting to this year’s struggles. YOUNGSTOWN — What is
The merry, merry month of May? This year it was just miserable
Higher temperatures are expected for Sunday and Monday. YOUNGSTOWN — Worst. May. Ever.
A ’Dog day afternoon
Poland outlasted Mooney to win the Division II district baseball crown. STRUTHERS — Poland’s
Song serves as way to remember, honor fallen comrades in war
Local veterans fear the traditional military sing will become a thing of the past. LISBON —
On way out, Dann staff departees get checks
The four got $20,413 combined in their final checks. Three former top-level Ohio attorney
Sandlot season will start Sunday
The Big B and the little b baseball teams will begin play at Cene Park. STRUTHERS — When the
Cubs keep mastery over Bucs with ninth win this season
Carlos Zambrano and Reed Johnson led Chicago to a 12-3 win in Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Carlos
Indians continue their losing streak
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jarrod Saltalamacchia hit his first career grand slam to help the Texas Rangers
Memorial Day concert marks ‘a living holiday’
A salute to the sacrifices of wartimes past, combined with a tribute to soldiers of the present,
Horizon League roundup Friday’s tournament games
UIC 7, Milwaukee 5 NILES — Wisconsin-Milwaukee (23-35) couldn’t hold onto a 5-0 lead over
GM expecting to lose $2 billion from strikes
GM’s share price briefly sank to its lowest level in 26 years. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors
Binko first to capture top honor
Brittney Binko, a junior first baseman for the Lake Erie College (Painesville) softball team from
Business news digest
NATION Kerkorian increases financing for Ford bid WASHINGTON — Billionaire investor Kirk
$21 million settlement OK’d in suit over nightclub fire
The nightclub fire killed 100, including a Mahoning Valley man, during a Great White show.
Forum Health Trumbull Memorial
Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Candalynne Fredericks and Joe Roman, McDonald, boy, May 21.
At YSU, Ph.D. to be CPA
Dr. Joseph Antenucci had been criticized for using the designation without permit.
CLASS B/LITTLE B League alignments
CLASS B Cene Division R J Trucking Astro Falcons Dave Sugar Wharmby Sports Roth
hNursing home evacuated after gas tank overturns
hNursing home evacuated after gas tank overturns BARTLETT, Tenn. — Residents of a suburban
Lakers take 2-0 series lead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — There would be no blown lead in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals. Kobe
IndyCar ready to stop driver exodus to NASCAR
The key is keeping budding standout Danica Patrick. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When the subject turned to
Montoya second-slowest in tests with new chief
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Juan Pablo Montoya posted the second slowest qualifying lap out of 48 entries
Boccieri backs GI bill expansion
CLEVELAND (AP) — A Democratic state senator who was an Air Force Reserve pilot in Iraq is calling on
HOW MUCH AID
HOW MUCH AID U.S. aid for recent global disasters: Earthquake in China (2008) $30.9 million
Auto shop owner found slain at work
The motive may have been robbery, police said. YOUNGSTOWN — The wife of the owner of Cotton
Mahoning County
Mahoning County Indictments The Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people on
Dentists accused of unlicensed practice
The Ohio State Dental Board is conducting a probe. BOARDMAN — Two dentists are charged with
Holiday gas prices hit record high in Ohio, Pa.
Some older gas pumps can’t display prices over $3.99. For the second straight year, record-high
Administrative Professionals Day observed by Yo-Mah-O of IAAP
CANFIELD — “Framing Your Future” was the theme for an annual Administrative Professionals Day
PRICE OF GAS |Components
Here are the components that determine how much Americans pay for a gallon of gasoline: CRUDE OIL
“Final Approach” (8 p.m., Hallmark): This original movie follows hijackers as they seize
“Final Approach” (8 p.m., Hallmark): This original movie follows hijackers as they seize a passenger
Officials take stock of tornado damage
It could be a day or more before the area is secure and residents are able to return. WINDSOR,
Tribe’s bats threaten season
CLEVELAND (AP) — Back in the dugout after another frustrating at-bat in Chicago the other night,
Paterno calls again for Div. I-A playoffs
But the Penn State coach doubts if a playoff system will be enacted soon. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Penn
Alleged assault on guard
Alleged assault on guard YOUNGSTOWN — A city woman is facing assault charges after allegedly
Minister urgers prayer for Sen. Kennedy
This past week, upon hearing of Massachusetts Sen. Edward Kennedy’s brain tumor diagnosis, Revered
Tennis world in dismay entering French Open
There is a lot of bad news as the tennis world gathers for Sunday’s opening play. Everything
TODAY
TODAY 8 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Formula One Monaco Grand Prix qualifying. 9:30 a.m. (GC) Golf:
Minister takes spiritual lessons from pop culture
The 75-year-old author has a knack for exploring religious meaning in contemporary stories.
Three families reunite in Texas sect case
Child services allowed some parents to collect their kids. SAN ANGELO, Texas (AP) — State child
Donations from Americans to disaster relief hit slump
After recent catastrophes in Asia, Americans have donated only $57 million. Maybe it’s the
Hamm hoping injury won’t deter Olympic dreams
HOUSTON (AP) — Paul Hamm does some of his best work when he’s faced with a challenge. He sure has
Mental health board stays true to its mission
Quality of life for mentally disabled people is the board’s mission. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Penguins vs. Red Wings
Today: Pittsburgh at Detroit, 8 p.m. Monday: Pittsburgh at Detroit, 8 p.m. Wednesday: Detroit at
Two accused in Pa. killing choose to waive extradition
The two suspects are telling different stories to police, a court document says. WARREN — Two
Docile press corps gives Bush a pass
Opinion: When presidents begin their lame-duck lap, top advisers are often the first to flee. And lo, it came
He’s still out there
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: As President Bush jetted home from the Middle East on Sunday, Osama bin Laden
Event will mark kickoff of 2000 Youth March
YOUNGSTOWN — The 2000 Youth March, which will be Aug. 2, is having a kickoff event today at 6 p.m.
Miss Flanagan, Dr. Hafely to unite in June wedding
X GIRARD — Justina Nicole Flanagan, 10 Walker Circle, and Dr. Christopher Michael Hafely, 6433
Matthews’ performance helps Spartans win title
AUSTINTOWN — Boardman junior Caleb Matthews said he wants to go to the state meet in Columbus in two
Parents announce Mistovich-Goclano troth, wedding date
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Dawn Marie Mistovich and Stephen Douglas Goclano, both of
Education studies state the obvious
Opinion: WASHINGTON — A new report declares that a “boy crisis” in education doesn’t exist and that both
Mahoning County law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty:
Mahoning County law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty: May 17, 1891, William
news shows \Sunday lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Karl Rove, former White House
Myanmar leaders are guilty of crimes against humanity
Editorial: The military leaders of Myanmar, the South East Asian country ravaged by a cyclone, pledged Friday
Celtics must find a way in Detroit
Detroit’s 103-97 win ended Boston’s home winning streak at nine games. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) —
Airlines increase fares, cite fuel costs
NEW YORK (AP) — Turns out that new airline checked-bag fee wasn’t the end of it. Airlines
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Youngstown State University — has a camp for boys and girls ages 6-13 from June 11-13.
Judge suppresses gun as evidence in assault case
The ruling is based on a city prosecutor’s providing advice to a criminal defendant. WARREN —
It’s the season to reap what we mow
Opinion: My wife and I have two boys, 12 and 14. At their age, I mowed yards, $5 a yard. My gardener charges
Delay in direct deposit scares county employees
A county official doesn’t think any checks employees wrote Friday will bounce. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Lisa McGlamery will be June bride of Matthew Geene
X Lisa Ann McGlamery, 2382 Lyon Blvd., Poland, and Matthew Geene, 609 Decatur Ave., Middlesex, N.J.,
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games American League Detroit 9, Seattle 2 Texas 8, Minnesota 7, 10 innings
Retailers focus on plans for at-home vacations
Stores are promoting items for people staying close to home this summer. WEST CHESTER, Ohio (AP) —
Muslim group gives out copies of Quran
The group is hoping people will find understanding in the holy book and ditch common
New information postpones Dillon’s sentencing
The filing mentions $50,000 stolen months before the millions were taken. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s
Parables teach timeless and true lessons
Truth may be stranger than fiction, but novelists work hard to ensure that their books are true to
Fox is top network
Fox is top network NEW YORK — With a strong finishing kick from “American Idol,” Fox captured the
Pico pitches JFK into regional
The Eagles blanked East Canton, 2-0, on Rachel Pico’s three-hitter. CORTLAND — Jack Pico
Today is Saturday, May 24, the 145th day of 2008. There are 221 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, May 24, the 145th day of 2008. There are 221 days left in the year. On this date
golf roundup Friday’s other events
PGA FORT WORTH, Texas — Phil Mickelson is carrying five different wedges in his bag at the Crowne
AT A GLANCE French Open
A look at the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris: Schedule: The tournament begins Sunday and
Cultural Trust puts RiverParc on hold
Backers say they are focusing on a smaller riverside plan. PITTSBURGH (AP) — A planned retail,
Police remember fallen comrades
The melancholy ‘My Heart Will Go On’ was sung during the service. YOUNGSTOWN — Riding boots
Who decides what you pay at pump?
Oil companies don’t set the prices — prices are based on trading of futures contracts. Consider
DOGGED DANGERS
Dog attacks pose a real threat to mail carriers The Postal Service asks pet owners to learn to be
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Thursday: The Hartford native continued his impressive streak of late by running the 11th fastest
Local topics Sunday news shows
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable
Purtzer fires 67 for one-shot lead in Senior PGA tourney
Tom Purtzer leads Jay Haas and Massy Kuramoto in the $2 million tournament. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) —
Tips will help furry, feathered, fishy friends
Dear Readers: Here are some favorite pet hints from Heloise Central. Hopefully one of your pets will
Laughter over personal note causes her grief
Dear Annie: I was close to both my parents growing up, but not so close to my siblings. My father
Seether, Finger Eleven coming to the Chevy
YOUNGSTOWN — Seether and Finger Eleven will headline an outdoor concert at the Chevrolet Centre on
PGA Tour
PGA Tour Crowne Plaza Invitational Friday Scores At Colonial Country Club Fort Worth, Texas
Relaxed Penguins ready to Wing it
Pittsburgh will begin its first Stanley Cup finals in 16 years in Detroit. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Parents announce Dota-Ortiz plans for July wedding
X Gary J. and Carole L. Dota, 1743 Island Drive, Poland, and Herbert and Macy Ortiz, 6000 Boulder
mlb roundup Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 7, Royals 1 TORONTO — Roy Halladay won for the third time in four
As we wander, we don’t have to wonder about God’s word
For some of us, life is sometimes filled with trouble and heartache. The phrase, “things happen,” is
24-7 Prayer movement is based on hope
The continuous worship is growing in popularity in the United States and globally. CHICAGO —