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Standoff in Mesopotamia ends safely
MESOPOTAMIA — A township man faces possible criminal charges for an eight-hour standoff at his house
Mahoning Co. deputy sheriff indicted for permitting drug abuse
YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County deputy sheriff has been indicted by the county grand jury on a single
Stimulus funds will feed, shelter poor
Money from the federal economic stimulus package is coming to the Mahoning Valley to provide emergency food and shelter to the homeless, those who are hungry and/or people experiencing major economic troubles.
Antonini era over; will resign party post Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — After nearly seven years as the first chairwoman of the Mahoning County Democratic Party, Lisa Antonini will resign the post, as early as Friday.
Carpenter takes no-hit bid to 7th inning
Carpenter takes no-hit bid to 7th inning ST. LOUIS (AP) — Chris Carpenter took a no-hit bid into
Rangers complete opening sweep of Indians
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers are 3-0 for the first time since 1996. Marlon Byrd and
Land purchase option time extended for V&M Star Steel
YOUNGSTOWN — The city administration is hopeful enough that V&M Star Steel will proceed with a
Gov. Strickland opposed to Ohio slot machine proposal
COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland does not support a potential move in the Legislature to allow slot
Youngstown schools can see the way out of red
YOUNGSTOWN — The state fiscal oversight commission overseeing city school district finances has
Details of Warren police chief retirement
WARREN — Police Chief John Mandopoulos gave his supervisors in City Hall enough aggravation over the
Dow up, jobless claims down
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks bounded higher early Thursday after banking giant Wells Fargo & Co. issued a surprise profit announcement that was far above analysts' estimates.
Warren police chief resigns
WARREN — Police Chief John Mandopoulous has resigned. The announcement was made this morning.
Leetonia Water Department testing library waterline Tuesday
LEETONIA — The Leetonia Water Department will be flushing and testing the new library waterline at
Ryan has a long local wish list for federal dollars
YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan’s proposed federal earmarks for dozens of programs and projects
Charity ball promises to be at the heart of it all
Special to The Vindicator PERFECT IMAGE: Sharon Regional Health System Auxiliary will donate
Canfield resident earns honors at Fla. art show
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — Suzanne L. Brown, who resides in Canfield and South Fort Myers, Fla.,
Parents announce Shurilla-Gesacion engagement
POLAND — Announced by James and Catherine Shurilla, 2295 Hamilton Ave., and Nick and Diane Gesacion,
Date announced for Moss-Schmitt autumn wedding
POLAND — Edward and Anne Moss, 7956 Kerrybrooke Trail, are announcing the engagement of their
Redinger-Reagle wedding planned for September
SHARON, Pa. — Samantha Redinger and Adam Reagle announce their engagement and plans for a September
Sheyna Anderson, William Hudy set Sept. wedding
Kris and Marianne Anderson of 6047 Frontier Drive Ave., Poland; and William and Pamela Hudy of 627
Cerbus-Katanik autumn wedding is scheduled
WARREN — The engagement of Deborah Cerbus, 284 E. 324th St., Willowick, and Hal Katanik, 12503 W.
City officials: It’s inevitable city workers will lose jobs
The head of the police patrol officers union says there’s no need for layoffs. YOUNGSTOWN —
Mooney back on track
Mooney’s 4x100 relay eyeing title repeat If you’re a track fan, or a fan of Cardinal Mooney
Penguin offense is back in the red
YOUNGSTOWN — There was a big change on the spring practice field for the Youngstown State football
Move would mean more money
Moving to the Cleveland statistical area would mean an additional $2 million to $4 million a year
The Stars’ home-ice edge not a concern
Games 3 and 4 of the best-of-5 series will be played at Centre Ice Arena in Traverse City, Mich.
Officials, Mando reach tentative agreement
Capt. Tim Bowers has served as acting chief since Friday. WARREN — City officials say the
YSU flexes its muscles in twinbill split with Toledo
Junior pitcher Cheryl Cale tossed a four-hitter to win the nightcap, 11-2, after the Penguins lost
Judges demand funds
The $2.4 million request is a $300,000 increase over what the commissioners allocated for 2009.
Inner City League could become extinct
YOUNGSTOWN — “Established slow pitch softball league desperately seeks teams.” The Inner City
A SECOND SERVING
Synagogue prepares to host Passover Seder Preparation for Passover is rigorous because the
Behavior analyst offers advice on autistic children
Autistic children can be taught to communicate using basic behavior principles, the expert said.
Cavaliers rock Wizards
CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James dropped to one knee and swung his right arm overhead several times,
Holy Week drama in 35th year
Dennis Carpenter, second from left, in the role of Jesus in the drama, “It Is Finished,” is praised after performing a miracle. The Holy Week drama will be staged at 7 tonight, Holy Thursday, at First Christian Church, 33 N. Arlington Ave., Niles. It is the 35th year for the presentation.
Boss exhibit takes fans back to the glory days
The display has a Youngstown connection. CLEVELAND — At first glance, the Bruce Springsteen
U.S. destroyer arrives in Horn of Africa in bid to free captain
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — In a riveting high-seas drama, an unarmed American crew wrested control of
Chrysler president: Fiat talks hopeful
NEW YORK (AP) — Chrysler President and Vice Chairman Jim Press said Wednesday the government’s May 1
Steel-pipe makers file trade case against China
Two local producers of steel pipe used in oil and gas drilling are among those who filed complaints
Hail Umps — baseball’s judicial branch
Opinion: WASHINGTON — In Mark Twain’s “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court,” a time-traveling
Catholic left finally pushing back
Opinion: Catholic Church leaders had a very bad election in 2008. They assailed Barack Obama as “anti-life”
Racism forum will boil your blood
Opinion: If you enjoy the theater of the absurd, get a good chair and prepare yourself for some hearty
Buyout forms largest U.S. home builder
NEW YORK (AP) — Pulte Homes Inc. is buying Centex Corp. for $1.3 billion in stock in a deal that
Some insurers eligible for aid, Treasury says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Shares of large U.S. life insurance companies initially surged Wednesday after
Obama gave Muslims a free pass
Opinion: “Words must mean something,” President Obama said in Prague last week in response to North Korea’s
Man agrees to plea deal in ’79 death
The problem with the case was that no witness saw the knife that caused the victim’s death, the
Ohio elections chief requests senator’s records
Ohio elections chief requests senator’s records COLUMBUS — Ohio’s elections chief wants to see
Valley should benefit from $1.73M being spent by feds
Editorial: While Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams and other city officials have reason to wonder about the
SOCIETY DIGEST
Affairs of the heart BOARDMAN — Anyone who is interested in heart-related issues is invited to
Democracy inaction from the creators of ‘The Office’
Greg Daniels and Michael Schur think small-city government can be hilarious, and they’ll try to
‘OBSERVE AND REPORT’
‘OBSERVE AND REPORT’ Grade: C Director: Jody Hill Running time: 1 hour 26 minutes Rating: R
Pirates’ Duke solves St. Louis in Bucs’ 7-4 win
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Zach Duke beat St. Louis for the first time in nearly three seasons and Freddy
Zac EfronSSRqs star-laden video on the Web draws viewers
NEW YORK (AP) — In a new comedic Web video, Zac Efron hosts a star-studded pool party that dissolves
Madonna pledges money to quake victims
NEW YORK (AP) — Madonna is coming to the aid of earthquake victims in central Italy. Liz
Show to focus on gay experience
Submissions for stories are still being accepted. YOUNGSTOWN — Local performers will tell the
‘Sexting’ overkill
Philadelphia Inquirer: Any district attorney who said he wanted to pursue one out of every five
Treasury opens $5B auto-supplier support program
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department opened a $5 billion financing support program on Wednesday
On the set with Miley Cyrus
LOS ANGELES — The steady beep of a school bus backing up fills the early morning air. It mixes with
Area entertainment events
jMike Malone escaped the mean streets of Marion, Ohio, by getting into comedy. He’s toured the
‘L.A. Law,’ from a cop’s perspective
Basic story: Sunny California this ain’t. The streets of Los Angeles take on a decidedly darker hue
CBS offers a murder mini-series
Basic story: A group of mostly 20-something friends and family gathers on a small, secluded island
baseball Roundup \ Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 7, Yankees 5 BALTIMORE — Koji Uehara allowed one run over five innings
Today in History
Today in History ContentType:Spot Development; ContentElement:FullStory; Breaking:True;
More poor pitching: Cruz, Andrus lift Rangers past Tribe
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Nelson Cruz hit two solo homers and drove in three runs, and rookie Elvis
SSLqRentSSRq veterans return for latest national tour
NEW YORK — When “Rent” debuted on Broadway in 1996, Gwen Stewart was there. When the curtain came
Leadership speaker at YSU; nuns sue bank
REGION Visiting professor to speak at symposium YOUNGSTOWN — David Kozak, professor of public
SSLqObserve and ReportSSRq is both funny, disturbing
All malls may be created equal, with the same array of Gaps, Body Shops and J.C. Penneys from Bangor
easter dramas Other presentations
EASTER PLAYS In the Valley Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 Market St., Boardman: Allan
Brewing up a discussion
BOARDMAN — The documentary “Beer Wars” will be shown at 430 theaters nationwide — including
Sports briefs
local International body chooses Julius Livas CANTON — Julius Livas of Boardman, former South
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Renter.” Actors needed for short film to be shot in Youngstown/Sharon area. Casting
For head lice, it’s Listerine and vinegar to the rescue
Q. We are lice-free at last with Listerine, alcohol, vinegar and Denorex! We sprayed four heads
Playhouse Square announces 2009-10 lineup
CLEVELAND — “August: Osage County,” which won the 2008 Pulitzer Prize for drama and the Tony Award
Shelton helps lift Hubbard
NILES — Matt Shelton slammed a three-run double in the top of the seventh inning to snap a 7-7 tie
NBA Roundup Wednesday’s other games
Celtics 106, Nets 104 BOSTON — Rajon Rondo had 31 points, nine rebounds and five assists, and the
The Sweet Delights go out on a limb for music’s sake
It’s safe to say there aren’t many bands in Northeast Ohio like The Sweet Delights. Formed in the
Readymade Breakup makes its own breaks
The power-pop band returns to the Mahoning Valley this weekend. Readymade Breakup realized one
Playoffs Phantoms vs. North Stars
Friday — Phantoms 5, North Stars 4 Sunday — North Stars 4, Phantoms 3 (OT); series tied, 1-1.
Today in history
Today is Thursday, April 9, the 99th day of 2009. There are 266 days left in the year. On this date
if you go
if you go What: “Rent” When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and April 16 and 17; 2 and 8 p.m.
SSLqFull Metal JacketSSRq actor finds a bag of cash
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Actor R. Lee Ermey is living up to the Marine Corps’ mantra: “A Few Good
Comedian Mike Malone graduates to headliner
Comedian Mike Malone admits in some ways he’s been in the minor leagues of stand-up comedy for the
3 studies find ‘good fat’ helps burn up calories
Fight fat with fat? The newest obesity theory suggests we may one day be able to do just that.
Reality show selects who will get laid off
Reality show selects who will get laid off NEW YORK — The Fox network is making a reality show out
Nelson Ledges park plans Hookah weekend
Nelson Ledges park plans Hookah weekend GARRETTSVILLE — Nelson Ledges Quarry Park will kick off
Sheriff seeks stimulus funds to add four deputies to forces
LISBON — The Columbiana County Sheriff’s Department will try to add four deputies with federal
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xQ 10 6 uA J vQ 7 4 3 wK Q J 9 WEST EAST xJ 8
Pitt’s DeJuan Blair headed to NBA
PITTSBURGH (AP) — DeJuan Blair guaranteed Pitt coach Jamie Dixon a year ago that he would play a
Support center helps vets readjust
CINCINNATI (AP) — For years, the Yellow Ribbon Support Center sent thousands of boxes of snacks,
24 freshman boys attending program in Washington, D.C.
YOUNGSTOWN — A group of 24 freshman boys from the Youngstown city schools is in Washington, D.C., as
Girard makes $271,000 headway in reducing its water-fund deficit
The fund’s deficit led some to oppose the purchase of new water meters. GIRARD — City
Candlelight vigil set for Forum Health
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health employees will join with community leaders at 7 tonight for a candlelight
Hundreds mourn 3 slain officers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Law enforcement officials from as far away as Georgia and Boston gathered
The road to socialism
Opinion: The road to socialism EDITOR: I have watched for many years the outcry of our Valley seeking
VA nomination on track
VA nomination on track RALEIGH, N.C. — Republican U.S. Sen. Richard Burr of North Carolina has
Bids come in low with competition for public projects
WASHINGTON — Construction companies are so eager for work in the sagging economy that project bids
Coaching switch was the change Penguins needed
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins must be wondering if an entire team is eligible for the
Official: U.S. electric grid at risk
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Spies hacked into the U.S. electric grid and left behind computer programs
Champion UConn ranks among best of all-time
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Geno Auriemma laughed at the question, but seemed pretty sure he knew the answer.
Parish in Cleveland wonders if this Easter is its last
CLEVELAND (AP) — The small group of mostly elderly worshippers, a polished floor creaking under
Many think girl’s case should have been treated as abduction
TRACY, Calif. (AP) — Police called the disappearance of 8-year-old Sandra Cantu a missing persons
Correction
Services will be Monday in St. Dominic Church, Youngstown, for Al “Big Al” Campana, 83, of
Man who killed Hubbard woman to be executed Aug. 18
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court has set an August date for the execution of man convicted of
Punxsutawney Phil escapes from his den
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) — The world’s most famous groundhog keeps trying to escape from his home in
Poll: Half say economy has stabilized
WASHINGTON — Slightly more than half of Americans think the sickly U.S. economy has stabilized, and
Charges dismissed in fraud, theft case
WARREN — Charges have been dismissed against Tony L. Pascale, 56, of Logan Gate in Liberty, who was
Demjanjuk family awaits decision on deportation
CLEVELAND (AP) — The family of John Demjanjuk said Wednesday they still haven’t heard from an
New names dot NCAA’s Frozen Four
WASHINGTON (AP) — Good thing Bemidji State University decided not to change its name a few years
Most of $3.5M for homeless to go for permanent housing
YOUNGSTOWN — The majority of the $3.5 million in federal money received this year by the Mahoning
3 charged with improper handling of asbestos
CLEVELAND — Three people have been indicted on federal charges of improper removal and handling of
U.S. to participate in talks with Iran on nuclear program
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration said Wednesday it will participate directly in group
Movie listings
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Life insurance companies next bailout recipients?
WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department is considering opening another front in the effort to manage
Players critical of Augusta National: It’s too long, too tough
Officials believe poor weather has been more responsible for high scores. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — The
Lower’s two-hitter keys Ursuline
BAZETTA — Junior Casey Lower pitched a two-hitter with 17 strikeouts while junior Sarah Ingalls had
Kinsman woman killed in single-car accident
Kinsman woman killed in single-car accident MERCER, Pa. — A woman was killed in an accident on
Obama meets challenges with charm
ISTANBUL, Turkey — He talked dinosaurs with the British prime minister’s sons and bonded with the
Best TV tonight
“Parks and Recreation” (8:30 p.m., NBC): Advance word on “Parks and Recreation” has been a little
Top-seeded Petrova takes care of teen
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Top-seeded Nadia Petrova beat 14-year-old American Madison Keys 6-3,
Contract OK’d for schools’ treasurer
Johnson must become Youngstown resident YOUNGSTOWN — The city school district treasurer has a
The new lineup for Thursday night
The new lineup for Thursday night kAmy Poehler, above, has her coming-out party starring in the
AMERICAN OPERA at YSU
YSU to stage Copland’s ‘The Tender Land’ YOUNGSTOWN — “The Tender Land” is a very accessible
YSU to announce new deans for colleges of health, fine arts
Search committees for two posts have sent their lists of finalists to the provost. YOUNGSTOWN
Sebring couple to face charges in child’s death
A detective described this as a tragic accident. YOUNGSTOWN — The parents of a toddler who
Quotable
Opinion: “We’ve shown that truth and fairness and justice and love are more powerful than one man’s veto
Where to go for entertainment
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Amy Poehler’s coming-out party,
Reason to watch: Amy Poehler’s coming-out party, after a long and glorious run on “Saturday Night
EASTER EGG HUNTS
MAHONING COUNTY Boardman: 59th Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. and noon today at Boardman
Hubbard, Liberty, Girard blotter
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD April 3 Arrest:
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Michael and Megan Daley, Poland, girl, April 1. Todd and Wendy
34west re-imagines 'Ruth' in new dinner-theater
34west continues to produce modern adaptations of classic stories. COLUMBIANA — 34west
Denture solution leads to smiles
Dear Heloise: What is the best way to clean dentures, other than soaking them overnight? Lois, via
Parents need to be flexible with son, 12
Dear Annie: My wife and I are very strict with our 12-year-old son, “Jonathan.” He has normal
• Erin and David Koeppel, 3515 Alton Place NW, Washington, D.C., are announcing the birth of a
• Erin and David Koeppel, 3515 Alton Place NW, Washington, D.C., are announcing the birth of a