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Thunder make a change under center
NILES — In making his biggest decision of the young 2009 af2 season, Mahoning Valley Thunder
Warren officials seeking public's help in shooting case
WARREN — City officials say community involvement may be the key to solving a drive-by shooting that
Valley group providing bus trip to health-care reform rally in Cleveland
YOUNGSTOWN — Anyone interested in health-care reform is encouraged to attend a rally at 10:15 a.m.
School board and teacher’s union at odds over spending proposal
YOUNGSTOWN — The city school board president took a dim view of the district teachers’ union asking
Four forums on Forum Health’s role set
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health, which has filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy
Mill Creek Park commissioners meet Wednesday
CANFIELD — Mill Creek Park commissioners will meet in special session and conduct a work session at
UPDATED: Audio of Mandopoulos rant is released
WARREN — Former Warren Police Chief John Mandopoulos ordered one of his captains to ban not only the
Professor says Obama is ‘entrenched’ in economic efforts
YOUNGSTOWN — A political observer hopes the “second wave” of the Barack Obama presidency will carry
New Middletown officer resigns amid internal investigation
NEW MIDDLETOWN — A patrol officer resigned amid an internal investigation by the New Middletown
Man who made fake 911 call back in jail
YOUNGSTOWN — David Kopnitsky, the Youngstown man who made a false 911 call about a robbery at the
Annual Holocaust commemoration programs planned
YOUNGSTOWN — The Jewish Community Relations Council will sponsor the annual Holocaust commemoration
South Duck Creek Road closed today, Wednesday
GOSHEN — South Duck Creek Road, south of Western Reserve Road, will be closed today and Wednesday
56 area educators are Ohio Master teachers
BOARDMAN — A total of 56 area teachers have earned the designation of Ohio Master Teacher. The
Retail sales down more sharply than expected
Retail sales fell unexpectedly in March, delivering a setback to hopes that the economy's steep slide could be bottoming out.
Deanna Black, Jared Woodward plan wedding
CAMPBELL — Thomas and Denise Black, of 111 Courtland Ave., announce the engagement and forthcoming
FOE ladies to meet
FOE ladies to meet YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary will
Poland woman is body building champion
Poland woman is bodybuilding champion Jennifer Morakis makes her professional debut June 6 at the
YSU’s Pitts starting to get excited
The last three years the Marion native has played a reserve role for the Penguins. YOUNGSTOWN
Youngstown police shoot ‘aggressive’ dog 13 times
The dog was killed by a police officer during the search for a suspect on the South Side.
Tiger pitcher burns bright
Springfield senior Todd Kibby has some unfinished business before he begins his college career at
Drivers in the Valley continue to steer toward used vehicles
Sales of new cars tumbled 41 percent last month over March 2008 levels. Car buyers in March
UAW will sponsor second Lifeline to Valley Workers
More than 100 agencies will offer assistance to local workers. YOUNGSTOWN — The United Auto
Heuer to stay at helm of schools
The superintendent in Austintown said he was glad to be considered for Springfield schools chief.
Harrison, Steelers agree to new deal
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Harrison isn’t one of the NFL’s biggest bargains any longer. The
Youngster learns and passes on technique
A woman taught girls in a Russian orphanage to knit — after she was taught by her 7-year-old
Phantoms, Nationals open North finals on Thursday
Games 3 and 4 of the series will be at the Chevrolet Centre on April 23-24. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Dana New Music Festival marks 25th anniversary
Youngstown State University will mark the 25th anniversary of the Dana New Music Festival April 21-
Antonini: State party left me out
The state Democratic chairman said it was Antonini who walked away from the party. YOUNGSTOWN
Fasline, Firm help lift Campbell past Girard
CAMPBELL — George Fasline and Kyle Firm each had two hits and one RBI for the Campbell High baseball
Study buoys Hubbard biotech company
HUBBARD — NanoLogix, a local biotechnology company, said an independent study shows that its testing
Former reporter for WKBN dies in fire
Matt Quinn, 80, a Youngs-town native who began his television broadcast career here, died in a
Opening week crowds smaller around majors
NEW YORK — Major League Baseball averaged 31,111 fans for its first 93 games of the season, down 4.5
Cavaliers win 66th to earn home court
Cleveland defeated Indiana 117-109 Monday night. INDIANAPOLIS — Mission accomplished.
Apartments for seniors available
Operators say the facility will offer affordable housing to the low-income elderly. HOWLAND —
Sports digest
area Mount’s Loy named AUSTINTOWN — Mount Union College junior Aubrey Loy was named Ohio
After rescue, Obama vows to fight piracy
MOMBASA, Kenya (AP) — President Barack Obama vowed Monday “to halt the rise of piracy,” while
MAHONING COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony J. Cvetkovich, 38, of 3968 Riley Ave., Struthers, and
MONDAY LOTTERIES
MONDAY LOTTERIES OHIO Monday night: Pick 3, 3-0-2 Pick 4, 7-0-4-7 Classic Lotto, 1-4-11-
GRIM REMINDER: Curtis Moses of East Lucius Avenue in Youngstown shows bullet debris and the holes in
GRIM REMINDER: Curtis Moses of East Lucius Avenue in Youngstown shows bullet debris and the holes in
Duggars’ oldest son, wife expecting baby
hDuggars’ oldest son, wife expecting baby SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Josh and Anna Duggar are following in
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 6, Texas 4 Cleveland 8, Toronto 4 Tampa Bay 11,
Today is Tuesday, April 14, the 104th day of 2009. There are 261 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, April 14, the 104th day of 2009. There are 261 days left in the year. On this date
Detroit is a No. 2 seed, but still the team to beat
NEW YORK (AP) — The Detroit Red Wings find themselves in a familiar position — the favorite. The
Savings will help boost donations to food banks
Dear Heloise: In this time of severe financial crisis, the importance of food banks has greatly
Death penalty sought against Caylee’s mother
Death penalty sought against Caylee’s mother ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida prosecutors plan to seek to
Here are some suggestions for people still waiting to file their income tax returns:
Here are some suggestions for people still waiting to file their income tax returns: Have all
Kitchen fire causes $30,000 in damage
WARREN — A pot left on the stove caused more than $30,000 worth of damage to a city home.
“Deadliest Catch” (9 p.m., Discovery Channel): The fifth season of “Deadliest
“Deadliest Catch” (9 p.m., Discovery Channel): The fifth season of “Deadliest Catch” is being
“You see these five caskets, flag-draped, it’s sobering beyond belief. There’s no
Opinion: “You see these five caskets, flag-draped, it’s sobering beyond belief. There’s no music in the
Business news digest
NATION Gasoline prices in Ohio average about $2.01 COLUMBUS — Rising oil prices have helped to
Rescue of U.S. sea captain won’t end piracy epidemic; global response demanded
Editorial: While Americans celebrate the freeing of an U.S. cargo ship captain and the killing of three pirates
Study: Egyptians added herbs to wine
Study: Egyptians added herbs to wine PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Herbs have been detected in wine from the
Schedule: Dana New Music Festival
April 21, 3 p.m.: Lecture, “The Mind of a Symphonic Composer: Using the Orchestra as an Instrument”
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
CANFIELD CITY April 3 Bad check: The owner of Delfs Inc., 410 Lisbon St., reported a customer
MONDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES
MONDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES MOONEY 6, AKRON HOBAN 4 Hoban0101002—442
Traders await earnings reports
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks ended mostly higher Monday ahead of a flurry of earnings reports that could
Jennifer Gonzalez, Michael Kavouras plan May wedding
CAMPBELL — Announced by their parents are the engagement and plans for the May wedding of Jennifer
American unveils newest jet in its fleet
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — American Airlines will add the first of 76 new Boeing jets to its fleet
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB
Your guide to lowering mortgage payments
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s welcome relief for homeowners struggling with mortgage payments. The new
Brother and his wife keep parents’ estate items
Dear Annie: My brother is married to a woman I will call “Devon.” She is an only child and
Broadband ties communities together
Opinion: In his book “Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community,” Harvard scholar Robert
Times are good for USA channel
NEW YORK — These may not be the best of times for the United States, but they’re great for USA.
Number of lawyer layoffs hits 10-year high
WASHINGTON (AP) — In America, there are always people to sue or contracts to negotiate, right?
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Canfield school board, 6:30 p.m., board meeting room, 100 Wadsworth St. Newton
Time to speak up for American oil
Opinion: President Obama talks a lot about reducing dependence on foreign oil, making energy less expensive,
Journalistic integrity in jeopardy
Opinion: Talk to any political organizer and they’ll tell you the hardest part about pulling off a successful
softball roundup Monday’s games
Boardman 13, Canton GlenOak 6 CANTON — Winning pitcher Alex DiDominico (4-0) struck out four and
Texas seems ready to take a gamble
Opinion: Down here in Texas, legislators are casting a covetous eye toward adjacent states like Oklahoma and
Share the pain; no jobs lost
Opinion: It’s about time the people of Hubbard speak out about the city of Hubbard and about city council. And it’s about time that city council starts listening to the people they are representing.
What has Obama wrought?
Opinion: President Barack Obama is obviously a brilliant and charismatic leader.
Block out jive about evils of gambling; start rolling dice
Opinion: Block out jive about evils of gambling; start rolling dice EDITOR: The lengthy March 29 letter
Is it time to shift out of defensive stocks?
CHICAGO (AP) — It’s a truism from Investing 101. When the economy is bad, seek refuge in stocks of
Lincoln’s DNA sought for testing
PHILADELPHIA — One hundred and forty-four years ago Tuesday, Abraham Lincoln was watching a play at
Obama’s leadership style wows Europe
Opinion: Now that President Obama has wrapped up his inaugural trip abroad, some are saying he was too wimpy.
Stock picks | Ready to rebound?
A few of the stocks that investors may want to take a closer look at include: Procter & Gamble
Defense rests in murder trial
The defendant said he killed a man in self-defense. YOUNGSTOWN — After a week of testimony, the
Bucs shut out Houston, 7-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — If the Houston Astros need advice about handling a poor start, perhaps they should
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Lincoln will be the topic at Niles society’s dinner
NILES — When the Niles Historical Society meets for its annual spring dinner April 29 at Ciminero’s
Indians return to losing ways in K.C.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Zack Greinke extended his scoreless inning streak to 25 innings and the
Two men indicted in robbery at McDonald’s
The robbers tried to enter by the back door at 5 a.m., employees said. YOUNGSTOWN — Two men have
Mountaineer Results
MOUNTAINEER rESults Monday 1st—Gateway C (Pereira)58.2019.008.00 Chassai La Femme
Express Scripts Inc. to buy WellPoint units for $4.68B
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Express Scripts Inc. stands to gain considerable negotiating clout from its
Pepsi sues Coca-Cola over ads for Powerade
The ads for Powerade ion4 say it’s better than Gatorade because that drink is missing two
nba roundup \ Monday’s other games
Raptors 97, Wizards 96 WASHINGTON — Chris Bosh made the go-ahead 3-pointer with 9.9 seconds left
U.S. lifts restrictions on Cuba
Some Cuban-Americans seek more liberal policies toward their homeland. WASHINGTON (AP) — In a
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK Q J 10 5 u6 v10 9 5 wJ 10 9 4 WEST EAST
YWCA leadership event will be at country club
YOUNGSTOWN — The YWCA Women’s Leadership Conference will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May
It’s boom time for bankruptcies again
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The number of U.S. businesses and individuals declaring bankruptcy is rising
TENNIS ROUNDUP Monday’s events
Monte Carlo Masters MONACO — Juan Ignacio Chela of Argentina beat Igor Kunitsyn of Russia 6-4,
GM bankruptcy seems more likely, analyst argues
WASHINGTON — A top Wall Street analyst warned Monday that a bankruptcy filing by General Motors
Official proposes bigger fees for hospitals
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s House speaker has proposed a larger fee on hospitals than the one suggested
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan to meet
• Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 will meet for breakfast at 10 a.m. Wednesday at
Births, April 14, 2009
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Thomas and Brittany Zagorski, Hubbard, boy, April 13.
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