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Crosby scores 2 to lift Penguins

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins found their offense right where they


Dad faces citations for pit bull that attacked his son

YOUNGSTOWN — Paul Richardson Sr., whose tan pit bull dog bit his 6-year-old son Sunday evening, was


JFK softball in regional final

Warren JFK edged Dalton, 1-0, in eight innings, in a Division IV regional softball semifinal game at


Ross homers, drives in 4 during Reds’ 9-1 win

CINCINNATI — David Ross’ first homer put the finishing touch on a six-run first inning off left-


Howland to introduce single-stream recycling

HOWLAND — The township has become the first community in Trumbull, Mahoning and Geauga counties to


Wilkerson returns to Niles council

NILES — David Wilkerson, former councilman who was unable to run for a full term because of a


Canfield softball advances

AKRON — Canfield High defeated Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin, 2-0, Wednesday, in a Division I regional softball


Pavlik remains happy with the ‘Simple Life’

Think Kelly Pavlik hasn’t changed since winning the title? Think again. “You didn’t hear?” Pavlik


White Sox rally to beat Indians 6-5

CLEVELAND — Carlos Quentin drove in three runs, including a go-ahead, two-run double in a three-run


Aggravated vehicular homicide charge filed on driver

YOUNGSTOWN — The intoxicated driver whose passenger died after a collision with a cement truck two


STO to air Pavlik documentary Monday

Pavlik documentary


Man’s wallet, phone and truck taken

YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man who stopped at a tavern in the 3000 block of South Avenue was robbed of


Man gets two years for house break-in

YOUNGSTOWN — A man who tried to break into his North Side neighbors’s house has been sentenced to


15-year-old boy arrested for shooting at other kids

YOUNGSTOWN — A 15-year-old Magnolia Avenue boy suspected of shooting at a group of kids walking on


OSU law dean Nancy Hardin Rogers is interim AG

Gov. Ted Strickland opted to select Nancy Hardin Rogers, the dean of The Ohio State University’s


Woman charged in road rage incident at Wal-mart

BAZETTA — Jessica Bova, 21, of Peach Lane, Warren was arrested Tuesday evening and charged with


Setty gets state award

YOUNGSTOWN — Richard Setty, director of Environment Health at the Mahoning County District Board of


Free cooking classes

BOARDMAN — Cooking for Health, free cooking classes, are being offered from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. June 8


Trumbull Art Gallery will sell treasures

Trumbull Art Gallery will sell treasures WARREN — Trumbull Art Gallery, 198 E. Market St., is


Alumni to meet

BOARDMAN — East High School January and June Classes of 1949 will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. Friday at


Stambaugh association announces officials

YOUNGSTOWN — The Henry H. Stambaugh Auditorium Association announces trustees and directors for


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout events planned

Friday X Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church will serve fish dinners from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the


Gutierrez’ slam leads Tribe win

His first-inning blast sparked the Indians’ 8-2 victory over the White Sox. CLEVELAND (AP) —


Dunn’s record-breaking homer keys Reds past Bucs, 9-6

Adam Dunn’s 252nd homer passed up Ted Kluszewski on the club’s left-handed list. CINCINNATI (AP) —


Penguins come home hoping to end slump

Pittsburgh lost the first two games of the Stanley Cup in Detroit. PITTSBURGH (AP) — No wins, no


Hiram’s Paes receives award

The Springfield High graduate played four years for the Terriers. HIRAM — For all of the


Massillon like home for Irish

High School Regional Baseball Poland and Springfield also earned baseball regional trips.


Warren council will vote on using speed cameras

A councilman expects three or four companies to bid to install the radar system. WARREN — A


Boardman, Austintown join forces for water war

“We are not going to sit back and wait for Youngstown to strike.” Lisa Oles Austintown trustee


Yo. schools plan for rebuilding

Two old school buildings will be torn down as part of the rebuilding program. YOUNGSTOWN —


Township trustees hope to have a program in place in a month.

Township trustees hope to have a program in place in a month. LIBERTY — Township officials, in


Hubbard speller makes her way through national bee

The Vindicator’s champion said she’s had the opportunity to meet a lot of people. YOUNGSTOWN —


Masury teen killed when ejected in crash

Masury teen killed when ejected in crash WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. — A Masury teenager was killed in a


Man admits shooting as self-defense action

The defense attorney said the victim deserved to be shot. WARREN — Airiz Coleman admits he


It’s definitely a no vote here on instant replay for Major League Baseball

The suggestion that baseball should and may use instant replay gets no vote here, nor anywhere


Girard council tables raises

Council will address the issue again in two weeks. GIRARD — The city’s police and fire chiefs


Valley’s bass tournament Saturday

Browns offensive lineman Joe Thomas is scheduled to participate. BOARDMAN — The Ninth annual


Politically active pastor dies at 75

The pastor’s ‘love and mentorship will be missed.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Those who knew longtime


Independent files for Dann’s job

The state Democratic and Republican parties have until Aug. 20 to select their candidates. A


Celtics can learn from McDyess, Doc Rivers says

Their series with Detroit is deadlocked 2-2 with the next game in Boston. WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) —


St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Alissa Wilson, New Castle, Pa., boy, May 26. Daniel and Tracie


Players still love to play in the old ice barns

Mellon and Joe Louis arenas, sites of the Stanley Cup Finals, are two of the NHL’s oldest. DETROIT


Wheat worries grow amid research cuts

The cuts are coming just as a new fungus threatens wheat crops. ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Dr. Yue


Recipe for cake-mix cookies reprinted for reader

Dear Heloise: I can’t remember how to make cookies from a cake mix. I thought I did not have to


Dad says son’s trip was for business

The son wanted to open a computer store in Jordan, his father testified. TOLEDO (AP) — Just months


Vindy.com News Podcast for May 28, 2008

The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, May 28, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.


MARINO’S RICOTTA CHEESECAKE

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Philly program gives ex-cons a chance

The mayor’s program offers $10,000 tax incentives to businesses hiring ex-cons. PHILADELPHIA (AP)


Liberals can’t do without black mascots

Opinion: Years ago, when Jack Greenberg left the NAACP Legal Defense Fund to become a professor at Columbia


courts

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David Gabriel, 41, of 486 Brookfield Ave., Boardman,


Budget meals can be tasty and nutritious

The challenge: Come up with a healthy, delicious and easy-to-fix dinner for a family of four for $10


Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Peoples Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, 11 a.m. today.


A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY May 16


if you go

if you go Who: The Breeders with The Montana Boys When: 7 p.m. Tuesday Where: House of Blues,


Editor’s note

Tuesday’s NBA playoff game between the Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs was not completed in


Public housing crisis gets short shrift

Opinion: WASHINGTON — There’s a housing crisis in America — but it doesn’t have anything to do with the


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT Edward Strauss was on the staff of former Youngstown State University football


WNBA | Tuesday’s games

Mystics 80, Dream 74 WASHINGTON — Alana Beard scored 19 of her 25 points in the second half and


Today is Wednesday, May 28, the 149th day of 2008. There are 217 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Wednesday, May 28, the 149th day of 2008. There are 217 days left in the year. On this date


More companies offer aid for adoptions

In 1990, 12 percent of 1,000 major companies had adoption benefits; now, it’s 47 percent. NEW


Hubby’s hobby has her shell-shocked

Dear Annie: My husband has a stressful job. To combat the stress, he and a co-worker play with


“A tip of the hat to a class act.”

Opinion: “A tip of the hat to a class act.” Actor George Clooney Speaking about Sydney Pollack, the


New home sales show unexpected April rise

Economists expect new home sales to remain weak for some time. WASHINGTON (AP) — Sales of new


Mary Huebert and Bryan Lang set wedding date

X NORTH LIMA — Melva Huebert of North Lima announces the engagement of her daughter, Mary Grace


Networks plan fundraiser for cancer research

Networks plan fundraiser for cancer research NEW YORK — ABC, CBS and NBC will air a simultaneous


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Set the rice free

Set the rice free Scripps Howard News Service: The Philippines, like many poor nations where rice


REGION

REGION UCFC declares dividend that’s half of previous one YOUNGSTOWN — United Community


Big Brown returns to workouts

The horse jogged around Belmont Park for the first time since a hoof crack was discovered. NEW


Fundraisers use patient data

Fundraising to benefit medical institutions is allowed under federal law. SAN FRANCISCO — Joan


GOP fields new candidate in 1st District

LISBON — Caroline Hergenrother is in as the new Republican candidate in the 1st District state


Katrina housing leaves children with health woes

Studies seek to find whether the formaldehyde levels may lead to cancer in the future. BAY ST.


Looming deficits must not be ignored

Opinion: Congress is poised to approve a budget blueprint that would kick many long-term spending issues to


Percent of fat kids appears to level off

CHICAGO (AP) — The percentage of American children who are overweight or obese appears to have


The Vindicator

The Vindicator OUR CHAMP: Hannah Stang Gerdes of Hubbard is at the Scripps National Spelling Bee


STANLEY CUP NOTEBOOK | From Mellon Arena

Cheap shots: Maybe the Pittsburgh Penguins should start showing more perspiration and less


Third man sentenced in murder

A nearly 3-year-old case vanished in 10 minutes. YOUNGSTOWN — The case of a defendant in a


FRENCH OPEN NOTEBOOK From Paris

Shadow: It’s not easy to stand in the shadow of Roger Federer. Ask any tennis fan to name a Swiss


Tornado numbers near U.S. record

Meteorologists say global warming isn’t the answer for the season’s frequent storms. WASHINGTON


Memo indicates diplomats could be recruited for Iraq

A list of ‘prime candidates’ will be urged to volunteer to serve in and near Baghdad. WASHINGTON


5th Wyo. superdelegate supports Obama

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Democrat Barack Obama on Tuesday picked up a fifth Wyoming superdelegate.


Amber Hromyak, Eric Ziegler plan September vows

X AUSTINTOWN — Kenneth and Deborah Hromyak, 5055 E. Viola Drive, announce the engagement of their


TODAY

TODAY Noon (ESPN2) Tennis: French Open. Noon (STO) (WKBN-AM 570) Baseball: White Sox at Indians.


ON THE FAIRWAYS | This week’s pro golf events

PGA TOUR Memorial Dublin, Ohio Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Muirfield Village Golf Club


Montoya is hoping to regroup with new crew chief

He is driving under his third crew chief in a month and will compete next at Pocono. CONCORD, N.C.


Memo to Hillary Clinton: Please don’t quit

Opinion: Last summer, I shook Sen. Hillary Clinton’s hand and gave her my business card when she met with the


Original Kazoo Co. stays true to name

The company has been sold, but some things aren’t changing. EDEN, N.Y. — The name of the place


Internet-based agents get access to listings

Consumers saved 1 percent on a home’s purchase price by using an online broker. WASHINGTON (AP) —


Thieves drilling into tanks to steal gas

Siphoning and gas station drive-offs are more common methods of stealing gas. DETROIT (AP) — Dale


Owners say NASCAR’s Pocono Raceway is not up for sale

There had been rumors that Speedway Motorsports Inc. was looking to buy the Pennsylvania track.


Rough will be difficult at Muirfield this week

Jack Nicklaus, tournament founder and course designer, says it isn’t that difficult. COLUMBUS (AP)


Ex-president emphasizes popular vote

CIALES, Puerto Rico (AP) — Former President Clinton said a big victory for his wife in Puerto Rico’s


FRENCH OPEN | Tuesday’s play

Weather: Rainy, with a high of 68 degrees. The start of play was delayed nearly 3 hours, and there


U.S. R&D locomotive significantly off track

Opinion: WASHINGTON — Eight out of 10 Americans tell pollsters they believe the nation is on the “wrong


Both vulnerable. North deals.

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xQ 8 6 uK vK Q J 10 7 2 wA 5 3 WEST EAST xK 9 5


McCain calls for talks about nuclear weapons

McCain calls for talks about nuclear weapons DENVER — Republican John McCain called Tuesday for


GM to speed cutbacks in pickup truck factory

Sales are slow for the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp.


MLB ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 12, Rays 6 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — One-time Tampa Bay prospect Josh


Mauresmo advances, but rain delays action

Only 13 matches were completed Tuesday because of the weather. PARIS (AP) — Amelie Mauresmo held


Mauled boy: Keep bad dog away

YOUNGSTOWN — Paul J. Richardson Jr.’s grandmother said he wants a black pit bull to come home from


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Agenda Thursday

Agenda Thursday Canfield City Council special meeting, 6 p.m. at the Francis J. McLaughlin


pleasure

Sweet memories are made of this: decadent cheesecake, the smells of the fixings and bonding over a


“David Mccullough: Painting With Words” (7 p.m., HBO): As a young man, David McCullough

“David Mccullough: Painting With Words” (7 p.m., HBO): As a young man, David McCullough planned to


Municipal residency fight goes to Ohio Supreme Court

Editorial: Municipal residency fight goes to Ohio Supreme Court More than two years after an odd mix of


selected stocks

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The Breeders’ take: No need for mainstream

The band did have a hit but didn’t capitalize on it. Teaching her dog a new trick. That’s


Nesbitt fans 13 in Rondinelli’s 5-2 win over the Astro Falcons

STRUTHERS — Cory Nesbitt tossed a complete game with 13 strikeouts as Rondinelli Tuxedo defeated


Baby falcons get tags, names

The 3-week-old peregrine falcons are named Madison, Frangos and Cobalt. YOUNGSTOWN — They’re


Forum will offer free stroke screenings

YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health Northside Medical Center will offer free stroke screenings Friday. The


class b baseball linescores

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FAMILY SEEKS CLOSURE

Murderer took more than life of young mom The brother says the man who killed his sister is


MOUNTAINEER RESults

MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Textbook Tillie (Barria)71.2020.8010.20 Ima Hogg


Party loyalists love Bush but worry about effect on McCain’s run

Bush and McCain were together at a private fundraiser Tuesday night. PHOENIX (AP) — John McCain’s


70-year-old Dayton diner keeps original atmosphere and patrons

DAYTON (AP) — Wympee’s manager Linda Anderson watches over the tiny diner on East Third Street every


U.N. examines sex abuse allegation

Researchers found that most children won’t report abuse by relief workers, out of fear. UNITED


Dems eye Ohio congressional seats

Democrats hold a relatively slim 15-seat majority in the 435-member U.S. House. Republicans


Honored YSU professor dies after illness

WEXFORD, Pa. — Dr. William A. Wood, 56, professor and director of the School of Technology at


Testimony against Olmert intensifies in Jerusalem

Testimony against Olmert intensifies in Jerusalem JERUSALEM — A Jewish-American businessman


STANLEY CUP FINALS Penguins vs. Red Wings

Saturday: Detroit 4,Pittsburgh 0, Monday: Detroit 3, Pittsburgh 0. Detroit leads series 2-0 Today:


ysu

ysu Berndt becomes Penguin golfer YOUNGSTOWN — Canfield High School senior Jamie Berndt has


BASEBALL

BASEBALL OHSAA Pairings DIVISION I Semifinals Thursday, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Finals Friday, 2


Tribe slams White Sox

Franklin Gutierrez hit a grand slam in the first inning and the Cleveland Indians pulled off a rare


Boardman blanks McKinley in softball

BOARDMAN — Kelsey Ford pitched a two-hitter with four strikeouts and no walks, as the Boardman High


national bee

national bee F ast facts Fast facts on this week’s Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee in


Woman confesses during 911 call

Police found the husband’s body after the caller told a dispatcher she’d killed him. CLEVELAND


CONTRACT AWARDS Youngstown schools

The city board of education awarded seven contracts Tuesday for the construction of a new Volney


Top court bolsters civil-rights laws

One decision was based on the Civil Rights Act of 1866. WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on


Monday’s Games

Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Toronto 7, Kansas City 2 Baltimore 6, N.Y. Yankees 1 Chicago


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