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Jackson Township fire causes $75K damage
NORTH JACKSON — Firefighters from Jackson Township and Lordstown battled a house fire at 2481
Youngstown, Campbell firefighters extinguish Cold Metal blaze
CAMPBELL — Firefighters from Youngstown and Campbell put out a fire in the back of the Cold Metal
West Branch defeats Poland, 6-3, in regional baseball
HUDSON — Tyler Newhart scattered seven hits and Matt Campbell homered, leading West Branch over
Ursuline softball falls, 1-0
MASSILLON — Akron Manchester defeated Ursuline, 1-0, in a Division III regional softball semifinal
Springfield baseball advances with ease
LORAIN — Springfield scored 11 runs in the first inning and went on to a 13-1 victory over Buckeye
Canfield issues boil-water alert for Neff Drive residents
CANFIELD — The city has issued a precautionary boil order for residents of Neff Drive until 5 p.m.
Ursuline baseball falls in seventh inning
Canton Central Catholic scored twice in the bottom of the seventh inning to edge Ursuline, 7-6, in a
Vindy speller does not remain in national bee
YOUNGSTOWN — Hannah Stang Gerdes, The Vindicator’s 2008 spelling bee champion, did not advance to
Parts of downtown left in the dark
YOUNGSTOWN —A West Federal Street improvement project has portions of one of downtown’s busiest
Vindy bee representative misspells movimento
YOUNGSTOWN — The Vindicator’s representative at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington,
GM Lordstown has tentative labor pact
LORDSTOWN — A tentative contract agreement has been reached between union leaders and management at
Home Depot to have fundraiser for injured cop
AUSTINTOWN — Home Depot, 6100 Mahoning Ave., will have a car show in the parking lot from 10 a.m.
Hubbard Fortnightly IV installs new officers
HUBBARD — Officers for 2008-2009 were installed when Hubbard Fortnightly IV met May 22 at the home
Austintown Rotary leader outlines his priorities
AUSTINTOWN — Rotary Club of Austintown’s incoming president, Dr. Michael Cafaro, outlined his main
St. Anthony’s prepares for feast day celebration
YOUNGSTOWN — St. Anthony Church, 1125 Turin Ave. in Brier Hill, will celebrate the feast day of St.
Kennywood Park tickets available at a discount
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Lawrence County has 500 tickets to Kennywood Park
Swiss steak dinner at Masonic temple
Swiss steak dinner at Masonic temple POLAND — Swiss steak dinners will be served from 12:30 to 4
Girard school garners awards
The school has received three major awards in recent months. GIRARD — Faculty, staff and
Interim attorney general appointed
The appointee won’t run for the seat in the November election. Gov. Ted Strickland’s
A new kind of baby talk
Studies have shown that sign language helps babies’ brains to develop sooner, school officials
E-mails between Dann, Utovich released on public record request
In one e-mail, Dann says his situation with his wife was on ‘life support.’ COLUMBUS (AP) — Former
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jessica Jones, Youngstown, girl, May 27. Garth and Jackie
NORTHFIELD ENTRIES Friday — 7 p.m.
NORTHFIELD ENTRIES Friday — 7 p.m. 1st — TROT, FMNW200PS, $2,000, 1 Mile MI Sunbury Girl,J
Police get lead on theft of diesel
Police said they found a trap door and a suction system in the truck and trailer. HERMITAGE, Pa.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew N. Fox, 23, Houston, Texas, and Jessica E. Doyle, 23,
Church plans to change food vendors
CANFIELD — Beginning Saturday, Emmanuel Community Church, 6512 Kirk Road, will be changing food
Rocket scientists for a day in Niles
Niles pupils re-enacted the space race, designing and building rockets. NILES — The Soviet
Ever hopeful third parties
Opinion: Scripps Howard: In all the Memorial Day excitement you might have missed it, but over the weekend
Tuesday’s Games
Tuesday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 10, N.Y. Yankees 9, 11 innings Cleveland 8, Chicago
Howland to introduce single-stream recycling
Participating residents will not be required to separate materials. HOWLAND — The township has
Courthouse security discussed
The investigation continues into who made bomb threats in March. LISBON — Columbiana County
pavlik roundup News and notes
Ticket sales: Several thousand Youngstown-area fans traveled to Atlantic City for Kelly Pavlik’s
Wednesday at Roland Garros
Weather: Partly cloudy, with a high of 70 degrees. Men’s Seeded Winners: First round — No. 2
Former Niles councilman reclaims 1st Ward seat
The former councilman was chosen over three rival candidates. NILES — David Wilkerson, the
Pico twirls Eagles past Dalton, 1-0
Warren JFK’s eighth-inning run ended the season for the defending champions. KENT — Rachel
Attorney general candidate’s eligibility could be at risk
The independent candidate voted in the March GOP primary. The eligibility of the only
war in iraq |Developments
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki is expected to push for debt relief and demand that some
Memorial field is dwindling; Mickelson now the headliner
He and Sergio Garcia are the only two top players competing at Muirfield Village this year.
Red tape hinders care for troops
Civilian physicians and psychiatrists face tough decisions because of low reimbursement rates.
Cagle faces charges after fight with girlfriend
Cagle faces charges after fight with girlfriend NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country music singer Chris
Valley native to be interred at Arlington
Mitovich served in the Merchant Marines and Marine Corps. YOUNGSTOWN — The ashes of former
‘Sex and the City’
‘Sex and the City’ kKeep your lover close. Keep your girlfriends closer. That was always the
Would-be burglar receives sentence of 2 years
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who tried to break into his North Side neighbors’s house has been sentenced to
Pens bounce Wings 3-2 to maintain Mellon dominance
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins found their offense right where they
Canfield advances to finals
Bettura’s two-hitter paced the Cardinals AKRON — Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin baserunner Emily
Area kindergartners win Elmer’s recycling contest
Pupils from Champion Central Elementary recycled glue bottles and sticks. CHAMPION —
Young, hungry Lakers poised to oust Spurs
San Antonio needs three straight wins to go back to the NBA Finals. LOS ANGELES (AP) — The
Clinton ratchets up superdelegate push
The Democratic rules panel will discuss the fate of Florida and Michigan votes Saturday.
Renowned accordionist in concert at church
YOUNGSTOWN — Accordionist Mary Tokarski will present a concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at Sts. Peter and
Looking for a win
Opinion: Looking for a win EDITOR: I attended the May 13 meeting conducted by the Austintown trustees
Casino Drive could be spoiler
The Japanese owned horse has everything it takes to derail Big Brown’s hopes. NEW YORK (AP) —
The Ghost remains OK with ‘simple life’
Kelly Pavlik is still working harder than ever to get ready for his June 7 bout with Gary Lockett.
Allen’s 29 points lift Celtics to 3-2 lead
Game 6 will be played Friday in the Pistons’ arena. BOSTON (AP) — Ray Allen found his shooting
MLB ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 5, Rangers 3 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Matt Garza pitched a career-high eight
Pit bull owner arraigned
Pit bull owner arraigned YOUNGSTOWN — Paul Richardson Sr., whose tan pit bull dog bit his 6-year-
Downtown Youngstown will rock to 13 bands
A local band, Jones 4 Revival, is hosting Saturday's music festival. YOUNGSTOWN — Although
Woman who spent 58 years in iron lung dies after power failure
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A woman who defied medical odds and spent nearly 60 years in an iron lung
STANLEY CUP FINALS Penguins vs. Red Wings
May 24: Detroit 4, Pittsburgh 0 Monday: Detroit 3, Pittsburgh 0 Wednesday: Pittsburgh 3, Detroit
Class B Baseball Schedule
CLASS B BASEBALL Wednesday’s results R&J Trucking 11, Action Physical Therapy 6 R J
CASH FOR CANS Results
Canfield Village Middle School, 3,660, $2,548 Damascus Elementary School, 3,300, $2,458 St.
American men making better showing in Paris
Five of the 10 U.S. men in the French Open field won first round matches. PARIS (AP) — There was
Results of the K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament Wednesday at the ITAM Banquet Center on
Results of the K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament Wednesday at the ITAM Banquet Center on
Rebuilding as wars go on is hard, Bush says
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — President Bush said Wednesday that rebuilding Iraq and Afghanistan as
They should help ‘Simone’ with pigsty
Dear Annie: Our 34-year-old daughter, “Simone,” a single mother of two, has an excellent, high-
Neither vulnerable. North deals.
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if you go
if you go Who: The Jerry Douglas Band When: 7 p.m. Friday Where: Warren Community Amphitheatre,
Ford to lay off salaried workers
A newspaper said Ford plans to cut more than 2,000 salaried jobs. DETROIT (AP) — Ford Motor Co.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: May 23 Breaking and entering: Someone broke
Cast, script elevate ‘Strangers’
The director lets the audience see scary things that the victims don’t see. Fans of the
Women are lining up to see ‘Sex and the City’
Women of all ages have big plans for the film’s release. NEW YORK — Can a pure chick flick
Filmmaker knows his audience
The film picks up a few years after the end of the TV series. Keep your lover close. Keep
auditions \Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Beauty the Beast.” Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., Salem. Auditions are 5 to
Driver charged with vehicular homicide
YOUNGSTOWN — The intoxicated driver whose passenger died after a collision with a cement truck two
Pit bull mauling of child justifies an investigation
Editorial: Just a day after the end of National Dog Bite Prevention Week, a 6-year-old Youngstown boy was
Warren church setting for LaCerva, Fortino wedding
X GIRARD — Announced by Mr. and Mrs. Peter LaCerva Jr., 156 Churchill Road, is the engagement of
Caution should be used with tumeric as treatment for ailments
Graedons |People’s Herbal Pharmacy Q. I know you have written about taking turmeric for psoriasis.
Superbug is causing more illnesses, deaths
ATLANTA (AP) — The number of people hospitalized with a dangerous intestinal superbug has been
America’s ally, Yemen, coddles terrorists
Opinion: Seven years after al-Qaida terrorists Jamal al-Badawi and Fahd al-Quso confessed to me their crucial
U.S. lags and drags in science research
Opinion: Three-hundred feet beneath France and Switzerland lies a machine that soon might wipe away the U.S.
Pig Iron festival set for July 19
YOUNGSTOWN — Artists, vendors and entertainers are being sought for the annual Pig Iron Literary &
As part of its series of international cuisine and spirits events, The Youngstown Club will present
As part of its series of international cuisine and spirits events, The Youngstown Club will present
Studios, actors union reach pact
The deal raises pay for Internet-accessed entertainment. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood producers
Barack Obama sees no evil in the world
Opinion: Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is the polar opposite of John F. Kennedy. Judging
Amy Holloway to be July bride of Ryan Maas
X NORTH LIMA — An outdoor wedding is planned by Amy Holloway and Ryan Maas, both of Cincinnati,
Wedding date set by Devonne White and Grover Diggs
X WARREN — The engagement and plans for the upcoming marriage of Devonne C. White and Grover O.
Microsoft planning touch-screen feature
The new feature is part of the Windows 7 system, set to be released in 2009. CARLSBAD, Calif. (AP)
Move fails to split roles of chairman, CEO
The Rockefeller family thinks the company is too focused on short-term gains. DALLAS (AP) — Exxon
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The two police officers carrying a wreath in a photo on Page B2 on Saturday were
American Axle announces cuts of half its hourly work force
DETROIT (AP) — American Axle and Manufacturing Holdings Inc. said Wednesday it will cut more than
“At the Death House Door” (9 p.m., IFC): The Rev. Carroll Pickett left the pulpit in
“At the Death House Door” (9 p.m., IFC): The Rev. Carroll Pickett left the pulpit in Huntsville,
REGION
REGION Verizon Wireless adds cell sites to improve coverage YOUNGSTOWN — Verizon Wireless has
Scientist pinpoints brain region linked to trait in autism
Repetitive behavior is a core trait in people with autism. A New York researcher has pinpointed
APG builds fan base in Valley
This area is more diverse in band styles than Cleveland is, the bassist says. It’s all part of
“By helping these young democracies grow in freedom and prosperity we will once again reap the
Opinion: “By helping these young democracies grow in freedom and prosperity we will once again reap the
The Wedge to reopen
The Wedge to reopen AUSTINTOWN — The Wedge nightclub in Wedgewood Plaza is slated to reopen next
Lalama-Grunenwald wedding will be July 26 at St. Luke’s
X BOARDMAN — Plans for the summer wedding of Kathleen Lalama, a daughter of Maureen Lalama, 5930
August wedding for Courtney O’Neill and Bradford Harris
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Courtney O’Neill, a daughter of Kevin and Sandy O’Neill, 2915 Noel
Husband and wife have unforgettable date
Dear Heloise: My husband and I have several monthly chores at our home, such as changing the air-
Show offers edgy humor
The comedy is often subversive. Similar to the ’90s alt rock movement, which saw underground
On the cover
On the cover Pictured on the cover are (top) Sarah Jessica Parker, who stars in the movie “Sex and
Reds roll early against Pirates, 9-1
A six-run first inning sparked Cincinnati to its ninth straight win at home. CINCINNATI (AP) —
KO Drugs crown champs
KO Drugs crown champs In the female division, that is, Wednesday night. The boys champs will be
Will economy boost YSU enrollment?
YSU said it’s too early to judge the impact, but applications are up. COLUMBUS — Many Ohio
White Sox handle Tribe again with 6-5 victory
Chicago has won five of six games against Cleveland already this year. CLEVELAND (AP) — If the
Leonelli wins flyweight belt
Boys will compete for championships on Friday. YOUNGSTOWN — Down to two nights of competition
Chinese officials: Recovery will be slow
More than 68,000 people died in the quake, and nearly 20,000 are still missing. CHENGDU, China
Today is Thursday, May 29, the 150th day of 2008. There are 216 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, May 29, the 150th day of 2008. There are 216 days left in the year. On this date
Jonesfest - Music schedule
JONESFEST |Music schedule OUTSIDE STAGE 4:20-5:05 p.m., Twelve Bucks Band 5:30-6:15 p.m.,
Medical mission heads to Mexico
YOUNGSTOWN — A group of Youngstown State University nursing faculty and students will be part of a
Surplus food
Surplus food Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown. Food giveaway 1
No. 1 Sharapova struggles in win
Serena Williams advanced to the third round against Mathilde Johansson. PARIS (AP) — Start with
4 area seniors named National Merit scholars
YOUNGSTOWN — Four area high school seniors have been named winners of National Merit Scholarships
Niles pupils act as rocket scientists
Niles pupils act as rocket scientists kNiles Middle School eighth-graders, including LJ Cox,
8 liens bought by local trustees
Acquiring the properties is expected to help with flooding on several streets. AUSTINTOWN —
Delay in R. Kelly trial
Delay in R. Kelly trial CHICAGO — R. Kelly’s child pornography trial abruptly adjourned Wednesday
Abby Houlette, James DeSalvo plan June nuptials
X COLUMBIANA — Abby Houlette and James DeSalvo, both of Columbiana, are engaged and plan to be
Salem block watch aims to increase membership
The program is focused on offsetting the city’s growing drug problem. SALEM — The Salem Perry
Brookfield’s Bonekovic wins shot title, but will skip discus event
She will be one of five valedictorians at her high school graduation Friday. NAVARRE — On
Book by ex-press secretary scandalizes Bush loyalists
Scott McClellan blasts Bush and calls the Iraq War ‘a serious strategic blunder.’ WASHINGTON (AP)
TRUMBULL COUNTY African Achievers
FRIDAY Noon, opening ceremonies. 4 p.m., oldies band. 5:30 p.m., karaoke; line and ballroom
leaders Crime watch
The officers and chairmen for the Salem Perry Township Crime Watch: Director: Roe Haskin Sr., 834
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
'The Strangers'
‘THE STRANGERS’ Grade: C Director: Bryan Bertino Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes Rating: R
Death of West Branch student deemed natural
Death of West Branch student deemed natural MASSILLON — The sudden death of a West Branch High
Timko’s relief keys R&J; Rosenberg has 5 RBIs
STRUTHERS — Nick Timko tossed four innings of two-hit relief Wednesday as R&J Trucking defeated
Mercer commissioners seek land to lease
MERCER, Pa. — County commissioners are looking for some property in Mercer Borough for county use.
Douglas is bringing band home with him
“My band is a different kind of music from Union Station. It’s edgier music." Jerry Douglas
Boardman’s Klepec, Lipinsky in state meet
Canfield’s Dustin Brode also earned a state berth in the discus. AUSTINTOWN — Not often does
Kahne has his momentum back
After more than a year without a win, he’s been to victory lane twice this season. LONG POND,
Mary McCormack keeps women’s roles in mind
The Broadway actress stars in ‘In Plain Sight,’ a new crime drama on USA. NEW YORK — Mary
SOFTBALL LINESCORES WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENT DIVISION II CANFIELD 2, NOTRE DAME-CATHEDRAL LATIN 0
SOFTBALL LINESCORES WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENT DIVISION II CANFIELD 2, NOTRE DAME-CATHEDRAL LATIN 0 ND-
SCORES/SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY’S SCORES Regional softball Division II Canfield 2, Walsh Jesuit 0 Division IV
Note to McCain: U.S. is not Britain
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Most improvements make matters worse because most new ideas are regrettable, including