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Federal funds will pay for demolition of 500 city houses
Federal funds will pay for demolition of 500 city houses YOUNGSTOWN — About 500 dilapidated
Shhhhh! Niles finally has its noise ordinance
NILES — After more than eight months of deliberations and revisions, council unanimously passed its
Discussion begins on setting YSU’s 2010 budget
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University isn’t talking any hard numbers yet, but a preliminary
TEA party protesters teed off with government spending
During a downtown Youngstown TEA party, James Carnahan made it known that the Mahoning Valley will
YSU provost makes recommendations for two deans
YOUNGSTOWN — The current associate dean of Youngstown State University’s Bitonte College of Health
Columbiana commissioners raise dog adoption fee
LISBON — The cost of a dog at Columbiana County Dog Pound just increased for a good cause. The
YSU coaches pleased with recruiting class
YOUNGSTOWN — Wednesday was the official day that Youngstown State basketball coaches Jerry Slocum
Lamar McKinney found guilty of murder, faces lengthy prison term
YOUNGSTOWN — It was not clear what the jury would do when it came back into the courtroom this
Sam Metheny drops from Dem chairman race
YOUNGSTOWN — Sam Matheny, who was campaigning for the vacant Mahoning County Democratic Party
President Obama: Painless bankruptcy isn’t a GM option
President Obama: Painless bankruptcy isn’t a GM option
Delphi devotes engineers to hybrid vehicles
CHAMPION — Delphi Packard Electric is devoting more of its engineers at its local technical center
Ohio casino proponents can begin petition drive for fall ballot
COLUMBUS — Signature collectors should be out in earnest, seeking registered voters’ support of a
Hundreds turn out for Lifeline event at Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — Hundreds of people are seeking help today at the Chevrolet Centre by attending Lifeline
Warren and KFC team up to fix potholes
WARREN — The city has tapped an unusual source of funding to get $3,000 to help repair streets.
TEA parties in Youngstown, Warren protest government spending
Today the Youngstown State University College Republicans, in conjunction with others throughout the
Toussaint: Indoor/outdoor champ
After an indoor track title, Fitzgerald Toussaint seeks similar success in the outdoor season By
Deal could reduce city layoffs
Mayor: Ranked officers deal may lead to buyout program for Youngstown’s patrol officers.
YSU drops contest against Kent, 5-3
The Penguins battled the No. 24-ranked Flashes right to the end. By PETE MOLLICA KENT — All
Tape of Warren chief led to his downfall
Foul language riddles message of Mandopoulos By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. WARREN — A direct order
School board takes issue with union’s proposal
The union said it brought the cutback issue to the board, but the board didn’t act. YOUNGSTOWN
Blose: I want to be THE kicker
The junior kicker hopes to be doing all the placekicking duties for YSU this season.
Just how close is Boardman to fiscal watch? State to review
The township administrator doesn’t believe the financial situation is dire yet, but one ‘hiccup’
Speaker brings message for men
An end to domestic violence has to start with men, a community organizer said. YOUNGSTOWN —
It's Showtime: Seniors to present 19th annual Follies
Performances are this weekend. Decades have passed since Carol Bovee originally made a name
Cheslik’s 3-run HR carries Canfield
MYRTLE BEACH, S. C. — Behind an 18-hit attack, Canfield High remained undefeated through five starts
‘Aim High’ is life’s goal of area's new kennel owner and trainer
Aimee Markle stands with her father, Dan, in front of her new business on the site of the former High Caliber K-9 kennel, which closed late last year after its owner was charged with animal cruelty. The Markels have given the property a new beginning with extensive renovations.
Poland wins 12-2 as Modic strikes out 14
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Winning pitcher Jenna Modic (3-0) struck out 14 and walked one as Poland
FIDO food bank comes to aid of dogs victimized by economy
CLACKAMAS, Ore. — Joni Taylor’s family was evicted from their home in coastal Los Angeles when she
Coin named video coordinator of year
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State video coordinator Shawn Coin, who died last August after a football
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Chicago White Sox 10, Detroit 6 Tampa Bay 15, N.Y. Yankees 5
Obama must win GOP support to succeed, analyst at YSU says
YOUNGSTOWN — A political observer hopes the “second wave” of the Barack Obama presidency will carry
Health-care reform rally set Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — Anyone interested in health-care reform is encouraged to attend a rally at 10:15 a.m.
Area sports notices
area Howland’s Pachol sets two records CHAMPION — Howland senior Nicole Pachol set two stadium
Poland/Boardman police blotters
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND April 7 Drugs:
Funny money: sitcoms and the IRS
The much-dreaded income tax deadline arrives today. With that in mind, we’re offering a look at five
Man who made false 911 calls breaks probation, is sent to jail
YOUNGSTOWN — David Kop- nitsky, the Youngstown man who made a false 911 call about a robbery at the
How you gonna keep ‘em ...
How you gonna keep ‘em ... The (Findlay) Courier: A bill to encourage new college graduates to
Quotable
Opinion: “I want to be very clear that we are resolved to halt the rise of piracy in that region and to
Geithner’s IRS woes irk taxpayers
WASHINGTON — The Treasury Secretary, who oversees the IRS, didn’t pay all his taxes. Neither did
Background of David Kozak:
Background of David Kozak: Position: Professor of public policy and director of Leadership Erie at
Petraeus supports Obama’s war
Opinion: When Gen. David Petraeus testified on Capitol Hill recently about the new U.S. policy for
Sports notices
BASEBALL BB Rooners — has a roster opening for a boy age 15-19. Call (330) 980-1713. Wharmby
Recession forces many parents to downsize treats for children
GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — Jarratt Hughes and Marcia Harris splurged last year on a birthday party for
Thunder to start Powers at QB
The former Big 10 QB will start against Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. By TOM WILLIAMS NILES — In
Penguins baseball team set for big weekend series at Eastwood Field
YOUNGSTOWN — There is nothing like being at home, according to Youngstown State baseball coach Rich
ALL SMILES: Carol Bovee, right, and her granddaughter, Clarissa Whippo, 15, both of Girard, pose
ALL SMILES: Carol Bovee, right, and her granddaughter, Clarissa Whippo, 15, both of Girard, pose
Get healthy! What’s the scoop on DHA?
The Food and Drug Adminis tration has determined there is supportive scientific evidence that
2 years later, Va. Tech families still struggling
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Jerzy Nowak acknowledges he’s not yet comfortable in the peace center he
Herbs: Pick a peck of flavors
Whether freshly picked, preserved or dried, the versatile plants offer many uses. With the
Future uncertain for Patrick Swayze’s ‘Beast’
NEW YORK (AP) — Heading into its home stretch, A&E’s drama “The Beast” will resolve several
Somali pirates go on hijack spree
MOMBASA, Kenya (AP) — Somali pirates were back to business as usual Tuesday, defiantly seizing four
Packing your own lunch doesn’t have to be boring
Sure, packing your own lunch for work every day can save money. But what about your sense of
EASY MEALS: ƒor moms on the go
If more gets added to your to-do list than gets crossed off, don’t be overwhelmed — you are not
3 men arraigned in home burglary
The bonds for the three men accused in a weekend burglary were set starting at $75,000.
YOUNGSTOWN — A great chance to meet Youngstown State student-athletes and coaches takes place
YOUNGSTOWN — A great chance to meet Youngstown State student-athletes and coaches takes place during
Neither Obama nor other leaders can hold back economic tsunami
Opinion: Former Federal Reserve Board Chairman Alan Greenspan’s “easy money” policies and laissez-faire
Society Digest
Coitsville Seniors to meet COITSVILLE — Coitsville Senior Citizens will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at
In the early hours of April 15, 1912, the British luxury liner RMS Titanic sinks in the North
In the early hours of April 15, 1912, the British luxury liner RMS Titanic sinks in the North
Shootings leave man dead, two boys hurt
Some neighbors are shocked at the recent violence. WARREN — City officials say community
Goldman thriving in recession
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s hard to imagine that any bank could emerge victorious from the credit crisis
Husband of star sentenced
Husband of star sentenced LONDON — The husband of reality television star Jade Goody, who died of
“Kathy Griffin” (9 p.m., Bravo): The comedian returns with another stand-up special.
“Kathy Griffin” (9 p.m., Bravo): The comedian returns with another stand-up special. “Lost” (9
Obama family welcomes first pet
WASHINGTON — The Bo Era beginneth. Or, at least, it seemed almost that consequential Tuesday,
Auriemma to lead U.S. women’s hoops
NEW YORK (AP) — Fresh from leading unbeaten UConn to the NCAA championship, Geno Auriemma is set to
Lead problem passes to new homeowner
YOUNGSTOWN — City and Mahoning County health officials say some innovative ways of dealing with
Blue Jackets have Red Wings’ respect
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Red Wings are just about always in the playoffs. The Columbus Blue
Man arrested on bench warrant
The defendant was arrested in September and escaped from the hospital. SHARON, Pa. — Police
EPA looks to stop bedbug resurgence
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — “Don’t let the bedbugs bite.” Doesn’t seem so bad in a cheerful bedtime
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Nancy Leskovac, Youngstown, girl, April 6. Forum Health
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James Welsh, 26, of 139 Clifton Drive, Boardman, and Meagan L.
• Two points need to be clarified in an article in Sunday’s paper titled
• Two points need to be clarified in an article in Sunday’s paper titled “Pawnbrokers: Rules would
Eat smarter
Eat smarter Here are some ideas for a healthier diet: UAn apple a day really does make sense; it
President Obama: Painless bankruptcy isn’t a GM option
Editorial: President Obama: Painless bankruptcy isn’t a GM option It appears that President Barack Obama is
2 accused of staging fake funerals
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It was quite a send-off for Jim Davis, or so the people paying his funeral bills
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY SBlt Kinsman United Methodist Church Trustees will serve chicken-and-biscuit dinners
Xavier to name Mack as coach
CINCINNATI — Former Xavier University assistant Chris Mack has been tapped as the men’s basketball
Plight of newspapers on nation’s radar
Opinion: U.S. Sen. Benjamin Cardin unintentionally injected some gallows humor into newspapers when he
Circuit court stays Demjanjuk’s deportation
CLEVELAND (AP) — John Demjanjuk was released from federal custody Tuesday evening, just hours after
N. Korea vows to restart reactor
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Tuesday it was restarting its rogue nuclear program,
Chrysler lenders preparing own offer
DETROIT (AP) — Banks and other lenders that hold $6.9 billion in secured Chrysler LLC debt are
North Carolina woman hopes to give a fresh start to kennel shut down over animal cruelty last year
North Carolina woman hopes to give a fresh start to kennel shut down over animal cruelty last year
Brace yourself for a taxpayer revolt
Opinion: Today might produce the biggest tax-and-spend protest since the Boston Tea Party of 1773.
U.K. police seek victim’s identity
LONDON (AP) — It is a macabre challenge to detectives: Establish the identity of a murder victim
Forum Health plans series of forums
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health, which has filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy
NATION
NATION Former Qwest CEO reports to prison DENVER — Two years after his conviction, former Qwest
Slammed: Buck’s HR dooms Tribe
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — John Buck broke open a tight game with a grand slam for his second homer of
Steelers’ schedule has a lot of different starting times
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Super Bowl champion Steelers will play five night games for the second season
Drug helps in healing fractures, experts say
A drug used to treat severe osteoporosis promotes healing of hard-to-mend fractures in the elderly
Dayton-based gift certificate company files for bankruptcy
DAYTON (AP) — A company that sold gift certificates to thousands of businesses and individuals
Weak retail sales report halts rally on stock market
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street shifted into reverse Tuesday after a surprisingly weak retail sales
Substitutes will work in a pinch
Dear Heloise: The other day, I needed some sour cream and realized I didn’t have any. I found that
Boss’ son causes touchy situation
Dear Annie: My daughter is engaged to my boss’ son, who also works for the company. On a recent out-
TUESDAY LOTTERIES
TUESDAY LOTTERIES multistate Mega Millions, 4-11-22-48-50 Mega Ball, 42 OHIO Tuesday
Economy still vulnerable, Obama warns
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke argued a sustainable recovery will not come without stabilized credit
Dems to choose leader April 27
Those wanting to run for party chairman or treasurer have until next Tuesday to submit a letter of
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Karakorum (Knott)3.402.202.20 Nice Irish Boy (Rivera)3.002.80
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, 6:30 p.m., board room, junior high
Dr. J is in the house as daughter loses in first round of tourney
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Julius Erving watched his daughter Alexandra Stevenson play tennis for the first
Boardman, others sued in death of man killed by tree
The tree had become weakened by a drainage ditch that had been built nearby, the lawsuit said.
lacrosse
lacrosse Notre Dame College 15, Slippery Rock 10 — ND is 7-3. Slippery Rock is 4-10. Softball
Sinfully healthful muffins
Even the reduced-fat muffins at restaurants often have more fat and calories than healthful eaters
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xA Q 9 2 uK J 9 7 6 5 vK 4 w6 WEST EAST x7 3
Holocaust commemoration programs planned
YOUNGSTOWN — The Jewish Community Relations Council will sponsor the annual Holocaust commemoration
56 earn Master Teacher title
Most of the new Master Teachers earned National Board certification. Fifty-six Valley teachers
Cash advance store robbed at gunpoint
AUSTINTOWN — An armed man entered a cash advance store and got away with an undetermined amount of
Grilled chicken: KFC’s new recipe for success?
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Would KGC ever have the same ring? In a culinary gambit backed by buckets
De La Hoya retires at 36 from boxing
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Oscar De La Hoya stopped battling himself Tuesday, deciding after much internal
UAW to sponsor event
UAW to sponsor event YOUNGSTOWN — The United Auto Workers is sponsoring a second event to help
Penguins and Flyers renew nasty rivalry
PITTSBURGH (AP) — This ought to be good. It’s common for playoff opponents to talk about not
Browns on prime time two times in 2009 season
CLEVELAND — The NFL schedule-maker isn't giving up on the Browns despite their 4-12 tailspin in
Launch green revolution by helping homeowners
Opinion: The federal government should help homeowners go green. Several states are already seeking ways to
Sports schedules
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (STO) Baseball: Indians Minor League Report.” Noon (FSN Pitt) NHL: “Inside
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