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Man found dead in truck at Wal-Mart
Man found dead in truck at Wal-Mart AUSTINTOWN — The body of a man was found inside a pick-up
Man hurt in South Side shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating a shooting this evening on the city’s South side. Police
Trumbull engineer advocates additional vehicle license tax
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners have set public hearings for noon May 21 and 7 p.m. May 28 on
Driver of car used in fatal shooting gets probation
YOUNGSTOWN — The driver of the car from which shots were fired, killing one 17-year-old and wounding
Citizens committee chairman worried about Boardman finances
BOARDMAN — With a possible $1 million deficit by the end of 2009, members of a business citizens
Jameson hospital warns of false callers
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Jameson Health System has issued a warning to the public about callers falsely
Mayor Williams to be on radio show Saturday
CANFIELD — Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams will be the guest this Saturday on “The Valley’s Talkin’
Boardman gets stimulus funding for stormwater projects
BOARDMAN — Fifteen township stormwater projects, totaling about $6 million, have been tapped to
Swine flu outbreaks causes Texas to postpones high school sports until May 11
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas officials today postponed all public high school athletic and academic
4-year-old nears completion of cancer treatment
NORTH LIMA — Four-year-old Bailey Shane Carr was really upset when she found out the chemo would
Visiting campaigners fined for voting in Ohio
COLUMBUS (AP) — Three people who came to Ohio for a get-out-the-vote effort during last year’s
New WRTA bus on display Sunday in St. Patrick Church parking lot
YOUNGSTOWN — One of the new 12-passenger vehicles that will be used for Western Reserve Transit
John Nagy off the air after 40 years at WKBN-570
Many area radio listeners awoke to find something missing this morning — the deep and reassuring
Mahoning Co. gets stimulus funds for food, shelter programs
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County has been awarded $96,838 through the American Recovery and Reinvestment
Welcome to the Covelli Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — The Chevrolet Centre is now Covelli Centre. The city and center officials announced
Columbiana commissioners mull CDBG requests
LISBON — Columbiana County commissioners had their annual public hearing today on the potential use
Dayton may be new home of veterans health activities
DAYTON (AP) — A historian with the Veterans Health Administration says the agency is leaning toward
Oil up, gas prices flat before summer driving season
NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices ticked higher today despite expectations that a government report will
Steelers’ Santonio Holmes to be arraigned today on pot charge
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers receiver and Super Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes is scheduled to
Evidence challenged in killing of Cleveland Marine
CLEVELAND (AP) — The defense is challenging evidence against a Cleveland man arrested in the death
Garden Tool Square and Line Dance set May 9 in Canfield
CANFIELD — Bring new or used garden tools to the “Garden Tool Square and Line Dance” from 7 to 10
Arson suspected arraigned in Mahoning County court
YOUNGSTOWN — A Beloit man, who already is in prison on a cocaine-trafficking charge, has pleaded
Fraud investigation under way in Salem
SALEM — A Salem woman paid a fine after someone pretending to be from the Columbiana County
Clean Up Hubbard Week is next week
HUBBARD — Hubbard Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring Clean Up Hubbard Week next week. All
Economy shrinks at worse-than-expected pace
WASHINGTON (AP) — The economy shrank at a worse-than-expected 6.1 percent pace at the start of this
Student hurt falling from 4th-floor of Ohio University dorm
ATHENS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio University says a student fell from a fourth-floor window in a dormitory
Officials confront first U.S. death from swine flu
WASHINGTON (AP) — A 23-month-old Texas toddler became the first confirmed swine flu death outside of
Sesame Street and Elmo in town Thursday through Sunday
YOUNGSTOWN — Sesame Street Live’s “Elmo Makes Music” begins its four-day run at Powers Auditorium,
The circus is coming to town for three days beginning Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — Circus Aut Mori returns to the Mahoning Valley after a two-year absence beginning
Plant sale scheduled
Plant sale scheduled BOARDMAN — Holborn Herb Growers Guild will have a plant sale from 9 a.m. to 3
Church is chosen for Lewis-Gerchak wedding in July
The parents of Ashley Renee Lewis, 2410 Youll St., Niles, and Jordan Michael Gerchak, 24 Shelby St.,
Parents announce Flora-Bradley wedding date
Cassandra Lynn Flora and Matthew Joseph Bradley, both of 6100 Laurent Drive, Cleveland, are engaged
Covelli gets naming rights to Chevy
The terms of the contract will be disclosed today. YOUNGSTOWN — The city-owned Chevrolet
Gerberry, Davis among NFL signees
Five players from the area have signed over the last two days, and YSU’s Marcus Mason re-signed with
Report: AK interested in Severstal mill
WARREN — An Ohio steelmaker has spoken with Severstal about buying the company’s Warren mill, an
Saad’s two goals power Phantoms
Stefan Salituro and David Chaney each earned three points in Mahoning Valley’s 4-2 victory. STAFF
After win, Lyell’s manager pursuing bout with Pavlik
YOUNGSTOWN — Billy Lyell’s manager, Pat Nelson, is pushing hard for his fighter to get a shot at
Board OKs layoffs of 31 teachers
Youngstown city schools administrators hope to cut $5 million in spending in 2009-10.
Shake up on Thunder sidelines
Shake up on Thunder sidelines Defensive coordinator Brennen Booth is named interim By JOHN
Ryan: Staying in House is better
The four-term congressman was interested in being the governor’s running mate next year.
Austintown parents sue CSB for $16M
By PETER H. MILLIKEN YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman lawyer has sued the Mahoning County Children
Some Derby contenders ready to feel dirt under their hooves for first time
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Trying to figure out how 20 unpredictable 3-year-old colts will fare in the
Johnson and Earnhardt disagree on Talladega
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Two of NASCAR’s biggest stars offered differing opinions Tuesday on how the
PTA, assistant principal steer clothing drive for community
PTA, assistant principal steer clothing drive for community The township school district hopes a
He said, she said, she said in Hubbard
Police say charges are unlikely against either party. HUBBARD — A dispute over a campaign
Eastgate revamps road-work plans
Parts of Herbert Road and Fairground Boulevard would be paved if stimulus projects are approved.
Hoffman gets first save for Brewers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Trevor Hoffman saved his first game with the Brewers and Bill Hall and Rickie Weeks
Indians snap Boston’s win streak
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mark DeRosa had four hits and scored from second base on an error with two outs in
Officials remove 30 dogs from house
No charges have been filed, and the man voluntarily surrendered the animals. BOARDMAN — About
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Show B (Davila)7.004.403.00 La Bandit (Reeves)10.004.80 Run
‘Like a tornado,’ Dem chief Betras looks to cover a lot of ground fast
The new county chairman wants the party to endorse a U.S. Senate candidate in June. YOUNGSTOWN
WRTA bus-van accident sends several to hospital
CAMPBELL — A WRTA bus and a van collided Tuesday afternoon, sending multiple people to the
Southington man, Ravenna woman die from injuries in car-van crash
RAVENNA — The Ohio State Patrol said two people died of injuries suffered in a car-van crash on
Communities band together for 4-H
TOLEDO (AP) — Cuts in state and county spending are threatening to shut down 4-H clubs in several
the festival \ Details on event
Who: Mahoning Valley Association of Churches is the sponsor. What: Taste of the Faiths Festival
Report: U.S. students have made gains
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kids are making strides in reading and math, though progress in math seems stalled
What happened in Texas didn’t stay there
Dear Annie: Five months ago, my girlfriend went to a job conference in Texas. When she came back,
Grain infestation at home can really bug you
Dear Heloise: I have moths all over my pantry and utility room! I have no idea where they’re coming
Deaths from swine flu likely in U.S., official at CDC warns
NEW YORK (AP) — At least five people were in U.S. hospitals with swine flu as the number of cases
GM’s proposed drastic cuts may still not be enough
Editorial: GM’s proposed drastic cuts may still not be enough When the catalog of cuts outlined by Fritz
Deputy pleads innocent to drug-related charge
Deputy pleads innocent to drug-related charge YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County deputy sheriff has
BASEBALL LINESCORES Niles 8, LaBrae 2
BASEBALL LINESCORES Niles 8, LaBrae 2 LaBrae1100000—269 Niles101204x—895 Mike Morris, Jacob
Host a derby party with punch
McClatchy Tribune WITH OR WITHOUT: Mint punch makes a refreshing alternative for your Kentucky
Friends, family mourn victim, 11, of Warren drive-by
‘We loved him, but God loved him best,’ his godfather said. WARREN — Lloyd McCoy Jr. was
PHANTOMS SCHEDULE \ Robertson Cup Schedule for the Mahoning Valley Phantoms at the North American Hockey League’s Robertson Cup Championship, through Sunday in Mason City, Iowa.
Tuesday: Phantoms 4, Bismarck Bobcats 2. Today: Phantoms vs. North Iowa Outlaws, 8:30
The Vindicator/Robert K.Yosay
The Vindicator/Robert K.Yosay FIRE PROBE: Warren fire investigators are joined by officials from
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Niles school board, special meeting, 4 p.m., administration building, 100 West
Gorant Candies in Austintown, Boardman to close
American Greetings retains the manufacturing plant on Market Street, Boardman. AUSTINTOWN — Two
REGION
REGION Clear Channel lays off workers at radio stations BOARDMAN — Clear Channel laid off some
Torture is a breach of international law
Opinion: On Sept. 11, 2001, when the twin towers were hit, I was sitting in a meeting in The Hague discussing
Politics stopping technological progress
Opinion: As communities plan ways to spend federal stimulus money — such as in health care, education and
Lender agreements with Treasury make Chrysler liquidation less likely
WASHINGTON (AP) — With just two days left before a government-imposed restructuring deadline,
Citigroup, Bank of America may need capital
WASHINGTON (AP) — Citigroup Inc. and Bank of America Corp. will need to raise more capital based on
GM to force more than 1,000 dealers to close
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. told its dealers Tuesday that it will force 1,000 to 1,200
High schools across nation prepare low-budget proms
This year’s prom kings may swap their tuxedos for suits, and some queens will accept their tiaras in
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana: The kitchen is open to the
basketball
basketball Drill 4 Skill Classic — for boys and girls will be May 23-24. Call (724) 843-6320.
PC undermining survival of the West
Opinion: It used to be said that self-preservation is the first law of nature. But much of what has been
General downplays Taliban threat
Opinion: PESHAWAR — In the imposing Bala Hisar fort looking down over this frontier city, Maj. Gen. Tariq
Single-car accident leaves 2 people injured
LIBERTY — The Ohio State Highway Patrol said two people were injured in a one-car crash on Tibbets-
Specter move further weakens GOP
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Sen. Arlen Specter’s switch to the Democrats, the Republican Party is
Famed Bolshoi ballerina Maximova dies at 70
Famed Bolshoi ballerina Maximova dies at 70 MOSCOW — Legendary Russian ballerina Ekaterina
Promises, promises: Is Obama delivering?
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama has not yet achieved the big campaign promises he’ll be
When: Saturday. Post Time: 6:04 p.m. Purse: $2,000,000. Distance: 11‚Ñ4 Miles. Age:
When: Saturday. Post Time: 6:04 p.m. Purse: $2,000,000. Distance: 11‚Ñ4 Miles. Age: 3-Year Olds.
Man faces multiple charges after chase
Reports say the man pointed a gun at police officers. YOUNGSTOWN — A city man is in the
Jury selected for trial of man charged with killing ex-girlfriend, fetus, boy
YOUNGSTOWN — A jury of nine women and three men has been seated for the capital murder trial of
100 episodes later, we’re still ‘Lost’
LOS ANGELES — “Lost” marks its 100th episode tonight, an achievement its producers consider as
Today is Wednesday, April 29, the 119th day of 2009. There are 246 days left in the year. On this
Today is Wednesday, April 29, the 119th day of 2009. There are 246 days left in the year. On this
Festival of food planned in good taste
Brier Hill-style pizza from St. Anthony of Padua will be among the specialties at the MVAC
Both vulnerable. South deals.
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PACKED UP: Parent Teacher Association volunteers have collected and sorted nearly 100 boxes of
PACKED UP: Parent Teacher Association volunteers have collected and sorted nearly 100 boxes of
“Scrubs” (8 p.m., ABC): J.D. (Zach Braff) considers moving to be near his son.
“Scrubs” (8 p.m., ABC): J.D. (Zach Braff) considers moving to be near his son. “Lost” (9 p.m.,
Protections for endangered species restored‚É
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal agencies again will have to consult with government wildlife experts
ohio prisons \ Statistics A look at prison overcrowding in Ohio:
Number of institutions: 32 Capacity: 38,665 beds Total inmate population: 50,814 Males: 92.4
Justices uphold FCC fines for cursing
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court deleted expletives left and right Tuesday in narrowly upholding
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Ashley Coonce and Joshua Wright, Warren, girl, April 27.
Youngstown swine-flu alert sparks 100 calls from visitors to Mexico
A Boardman hospital restricts visitations as an added infection-control measure. YOUNGSTOWN —
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William J. Mertel, 25, Imperial, Pa., and Kathleen E. Raymond,
Many question ID of captured ‘head of evil’
BAGHDAD (AP) — The Iraqi government presented the first image of the purported leader of an al-Qaida
Girard center to offer computer classes for adults
GIRARD — The Girard Multi-Generational Center will present adult computer classes on Tuesdays and
“I think it is very risky to say, or want to say, what the point of origin or dissemination of
Opinion: “I think it is very risky to say, or want to say, what the point of origin or dissemination of it
Swine flu and you
Swine flu and you Dallas Morning News: Remember all the fear and anxiety over a potential avian
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston 3, Cleveland 1 Texas 6, Baltimore 4 Detroit 4, N.Y.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD April 24 Criminal
RTI loses $1.5M in first quarter
RTI’s CEO remains optimistic about the company’s long-term future. RTI International Metals
Overcrowding in prisons taking a toll in Ohio
LANCASTER, Ohio (AP) — Rows of steel-framed bunk beds crowd inmates in one dormitory at the
Authentic Mexican flavors for your fiesta
Authentic Mexican flavors for your fiesta Family Features Cinco de Mayo is a fun and festive
Protect your investment
Opinion: Protect your investment EDITOR: The Leetonia School District has a levy on the ballot for the
Sebelius new HHS chief
Sebelius new HHS chief WASHINGTON — Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius won Senate confirmation Tuesday
Police find 14-year-old dancing topless in bar
AKRON (AP) — Police say a 14-year-old girl was dancing topless at an Akron strip club when they
FLU DEVELOPMENTS
FLU DEVELOPMENTS Key developments on swine flu outbreaks, according to Centers for Disease Control
Bylsma is no longer interim
penguins PITTSBURGH (AP) — When Dan Bylsma took over as interim coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins
Consumer confidence reaches 5-month high
NEW YORK (AP) — Consumer confidence zoomed past economists’ forecasts in April to its highest level
Ohio Dems try to sell their education plan a final time
COLUMBUS (AP) — Democrats made one last sales pitch Tuesday on their proposed overhaul of Ohio’s
Youngstown to get $4M for sewer improvements
Youngstown to get $4M for sewer improvements YOUNGSTOWN — The city is receiving $4 million in
Columbiana knocks off Lisbon for 11th victory; Niles topples LaBrae
COLUMBIANA — Eric Kissel had a triple and four RBIs and Ty Denmeade knocked in two runs to lead
Withdrawal gains: Four AAC schools opt to stay after all
The All-American Conference is staying together after all. Weeks after submitting a letter
National Hockey League
National Hockey League Playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Wednesday, April 15 N.Y. Rangers
Fire rescue delayed
Four people — including a police officer — were critically injured in Tuesday’s blaze at a group home.
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