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Police investigate North Side shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating a shooting that occurred this evening on the city’s North
Pa. casino operators allowed to make campaign contributions
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania Legislature went too far in banning casino owners and
Phantoms fall in overtime
MASON CITY, Iowa — A four-goal lead was not enough for the Mahoning Valley Phantoms as the Wenatchee
Gunman hits Key Bank on Raccoon Road
AUSTINTOWN — Someone with a gun staged a holdup at the Key Bank on Raccoon Road. Just before 3
Preparedness group maps its plans for flu response
YOUNGSTOWN — Be aware, use common sense, but don’t panic. That’s the message from local officials
Youngstown officer followed procedure in dog shooting, chief says
YOUNGSTOWN — An internal affairs investigation found that a city police officer followed procedure
Grand jury indicts owner of motels on promoting prostitution
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted the owner of two Canfield motels on charges
Girard police arrest pair for armed robbery
GIRARD — City police have arrested two men believed to be responsible for an armed robbery at a city
Girard cops arrest man, juveniles for thefts from cars
GIRARD — City police have arrested one man and two 17-year-old juveniles in a string of car break-
Warren jeweler gives necklaces to laid-off workers, folks in foreclosure
WARREN — Downtown jeweler Thom Duma Fine Jewelers is participating in a necklace giveaway for anyone
Scrappers’ Fan Fest is Saturday at Eastwood Field
NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will hold their annual Fan Fest on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3
Folk Jam Sunday at Mount Union College
ALLIANCE — The John T. Huston-Dr. John D. Brumbaugh Nature Center of Mount Union College will host a
Ohio Catholic school cancels classes over flu worries
EUCLID, Ohio (AP) — Swine-flu worries prompted a Catholic school just northeast of Cleveland to shut
Tiger Woods jumps out to the lead at Quail Hollow
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Tiger Woods shot a 30 on his back nine in the Quail Hollow Championship,
Cyclists set out May 9 on cross-country journey
BOARDMAN — Scott Finamore of Poland and Sam Malaska of Youngstown are gearing up for the bicycle
Mahoning commissioners hire lawyer to sue them
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County commissioners today hired an outside lawyer to represent Probate Judge
Trumbull grand jury indicts Austintown man on sex assault charges
WARREN — The Austintown man accused of sexually assaulting young women while working at Big Daddy’s
Parking lot gunman eludes Austintown police
AUSTINTOWN — A Youngstown woman was robbed at gunpoint outside a nursing home where she works. She
Ohio congressmen urge extradition of murder suspect from Brazil
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Reps. John Boccieri of Alliance, D-16th, and Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, have
Police charge Salem man with robbery from Wal-Mart
SALEM — A Salem man shoved security guards and bit one of them while trying to steal video games
Man charged with role in Warren drive-by shooting bound over to Trumbull Co. grand jury
WARREN — Marcus L. Yager, 22, of Vine Avenue Northeast has waived a preliminary hearing and had his
Antique tractor show set for Saturday in Warren
WARREN — The 10th annual Spring Gas-Up for the Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County will be from
Lien Forward director speaks Friday at crime and violence prevention meeting
YOUNGSTOWN — Debora Flora, executive director, Lien Forward Ohio, is the speaker at the Mahoning
Shareholder to Avalon Holdings exec: Get out of golf course business
VIENNA — The second-largest shareholder of Avalon Holdings pleaded with the executive who controls
Clues sought in death of man found in parking lot of Austintown store
AUSTINTOWN — Township police and the Mahoning County Coroner’s office are investigating the death of
Chrysler files for bankruptcy protection
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chrysler has filed for bankruptcy after talks with a small group of creditors
Warren man bound over on charges stemming from police standoff
WARREN — A Scott Street Northeast man has waived a preliminary hearing and was bound over to a
Sources report Chrysler will file for bankruptcy protection
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Obama administration officials say Chrysler will file for bankruptcy
Regional Chamber to unveil new program to boost business start-ups
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber has a press conference at 2 p.m. today to
Mahoning Co. Commissioners meet today
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County commissioners meet today and they are expected to approve spending $150
Children’s Center for Science & Technology to host STEM Program
YOUNGSTOWN — The Children’s Center for Science & Technology, 139 E. Boardman St., previously The
Trumbull commissioners set hearings on vehicle license tax
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners have scheduled hearings on a possible vehicle license tax
AUDIO: Radio transmissions from fire reveal officer’s lifesaving efforts
WARREN — If Patrolman Doug Hipple survives lung and skin damage suffered in a Tuesday morning arson
Vendors needed
Vendors needed SALEM — Salem Country Club, 600 Country Club Drive, Salem, is having a bazaar from
Black Nurses Association sets scholarship brunch
Special to The Vindicator BRUNCH BUNCH: Prepared for an annual scholarship brunch on May 9 at the
Pulley-Beardsley engagement is being announced
WARREN — Debbie Pulley, a daughter of Marie Pulley of Warren and the late Leo Pulley, and Steve
Kristen Napier to be June bride of Jason Haus
RIPLEY — Michael L. and Jan M. Napier of Ripley are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Duckworth-Derico wedding to be in Columbiana church
LEETONIA — Announced by Steve and Dona Duckworth, 3755 Lower Elkton Road, are plans for the upcoming
Updated with Audio: 'WE CAN'T GET OUT'
Audio conveys intensity of house fire in Warren By ED RUNYAN WARREN — If Patrolman Doug Hipple
Bridge is all in the cards for middle-school students
The game helps students learn various skills, organizers say. LIBERTY — Students at W.S. Guy
Steelers WR arraigned on drug charge
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers receiver and Super Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes was arraigned
Feeling in the Pink
Four-year-old Bailey Shane Carr was really upset when she found out the chemo would make her hair fall out.
Covelli name to be center of attention in 3-year pact
A Warren-based restaurant chain owner’s name will replace Chevy’s name. YOUNGSTOWN — Concerts,
Liberty shooting trial nears end
The alleged shooting capped off a longstanding neighborhood feud. LIBERTY — A jury will likely
Police investigate South side shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating an evening shooting on the city’s South side. Police said
Youngster serves as pilot for day
Tyler rode in a C-130 airplane and was outfitted in an official Air Force uniform. VIENNA —
MAHONING COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Grady A. Fussell, 58, of 912 Plazaview Court, Bldg. J,
Hope House
Hope House Friends and Family Night at Handel’s Homemade Ice cream and Yogurt. What: Volunteers
Shadden’s 6-hitter helps lift Hubbard
CORTLAND — Heather Shadden pitched a six-hitter with six strikeouts to lead the Hubbard High
News conference covers range of topics
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama said Wednesday night that waterboarding authorized by
Man gets probation for his role in 2007 drive-by shooting
The defendant spent 10 months under house arrest, his lawyer says. YOUNGSTOWN — The driver of
Water projects will get funding
Included on the list are six flood-control projects that were shelved in 2007 because of a lack of
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS baseball LINESCORES Mooney 11, Warren JFK JFK00001—141 Mooney80111—11141
Armstrong’s healthy again, ready to race
MOGOLLON, N.M. (AP) — Lance Armstrong felt some jitters at the start Wednesday, when he saddled up
Health-care plan like Medicare will work
Opinion: WASHINGTON — America’s broken health-care system requires more than just tinkering. It needs a major
Williams to be guest on radio show
Williams to be guest on radio show CANFIELD — Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams will be the guest
Penguins baseball splits vs. Marshall
STRUTHERS — Freshman Jim Kinnick earned his first college victory and the Youngstown State baseball
Fitch’s Hartman subdues Hoover
AUSTINTOWN — Ricky Segesto had a two-run single to lead the Fitch High baseball team to a 2-1
Cuba is not a workers’ paradise
Opinion: As Washington and Havana do their diplomatic song and dance — more like a fire-and-brimstone limbo
Four-year-old Bailey Shane Carr was really upset when she found out the chemo would make her hair
Four-year-old Bailey Shane Carr was really upset when she found out the chemo would make her hair
Taliban can easily get hired guns
Opinion: FARAH, Afghanistan — Abdullah Jan and Abdul Khaleq are both from the Pushtrod district of Farah
RATES \ Certificates of deposit
RATES \ Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of 04.29 .09. All
K.O. Drugs boxing event set to begin Friday night
Thirty fights are scheduled at the ITAM Banquet Center on Meridian Road. YOUNGSTOWN — The 21st
Holder appeals to Europe on detainees
BERLIN (AP) — The United States and its allies must make sacrifices to close the Guantanamo Bay
Federal Stimulus Mahoning Valley Water Projects
Boardman received stimulus money for 15 stormwater projects. Sebring, Lowellville and Warren
Trumbull officials plan hearing on license tax
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners have set public hearings for noon May 21 and 7 p.m. May 28 on
Beloit man jailed for trafficking drugs arraigned on new charge of arson
YOUNGSTOWN — A Beloit man who already is in prison on a cocaine-trafficking charge has pleaded
Committee expresses concern about finances
A portion of carryover funds is restricted to specific purposes. BOARDMAN — With a possible
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS LATE TUESDAY 5th—Party Boss $45.60$14.40$7.60 Jaded View $4.80$3.40
Taliban vows attacks as U.S. troops are to arrive
KABUL (AP) — The Taliban vowed Wednesday to launch a wave of attacks in a spring offensive as a
I Want Revenge made early favorite at Kentucky Derby
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Jeff Mullins pulled I Want Revenge out of California this winter, sending him
The Candidates \ Council at-large Four candidates, including three incumbents, are running in Salem for three at-large council seats in the May 5 Democratic Party primary. Incumbent Earl Schory did
K. Bret Apple * (D) Age: 48. Home: 1587 Shady Lane. Education: Graduate of Lisbon David
Program to benefit farmers, seniors
The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is for Columbiana County residents 60 and older.
U.S. mulls proposing greenhouse-gas cuts
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The Obama administration, in a major environmental policy shift, is leaning
Salem council candidates differ on needs of the city
SALEM — Three Democratic incumbents and a newcomer are seeking the three at-large council seats in
Liberty school board must recognize bad times
Opinion: Liberty school board must recognize bad times EDITOR: Hardly a day passes without an
5 car bombings kill at least 48
BAGHDAD — Five car bombs ripped through scattered neighborhoods across Baghdad late Wednesday,
N. Korea to U.N.: Apologize or we’ll fire a missile
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea warned Wednesday it will fire an intercontinental ballistic
Sports in Mexico and Texas affected by flu
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas officials postponed all public high school athletic and academic competitions
Human-rights group blasts Mexican military
Human-rights group blasts Mexican military MONTERREY, Mexico — Human Rights Watch said Wednesday
Baking teaches kids several subjects at once
Second-graders at St. Patrick School in Hubbard learned how to make the “staff of life” during a
Government Motors?
The handoff would amount to a partial nationalization of the maker of Buicks, Cadillacs and Chevys
Fiat, Chrysler to ink partnership deal
DETROIT (AP) — Italian automaker Fiat Group SpA will sign paperwork to become a partner with
Loss of funding could mean end for Hope House
Volunteers at Hope House Visitation Center are working to raise money to keep the nonprofit
Small group of GM bondholders rally for a better deal
WARREN, Mich. (AP) — Individuals who hold General Motors Corp. bonds said Wednesday they want a
Six Olympians are busted in drug testing
The biggest name was Rashid Ramzi, the 1,500-meter gold medalist. With a gold medalist in one
Browns to see what Davis can do at RB
BEREA — A team whose running game has long moved at a crawl could use a little excitement.
More trouble at home for Italy’s Berlusconi
ROME (AP) — Silvio Berlusconi may be one of Italy’s most popular politicians, but the premier’s
Obama vows vigilance in dealing with swine flu
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama pledged “great vigilance” in confronting the swine flu
Alliance hospital alters visiting policy
ALLIANCE — Alliance Community Hospital is asking people who have any flulike symptoms or who have
Pirates lose to Brewers, again
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Yovani Gallardo didn’t start opening day, but that didn’t shield him from
Magic’s Howard suspended for Game 6
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Dwight Howard’s elbow has given the Orlando Magic’s playoff hopes a major hit.
Injuries play role in NBA
The San Antonio Spurs were done as title contenders the minute they revealed Manu Ginobili was lost
nba roundup
nba roundup Wednesday’s game Hawks 106, Heat 91 ATLANTA — Dwyane Wade banged his head on the
Boston looks to close out Bulls on the road tonight
CHICAGO (AP) — Three overtime games, including one that needed two extra periods. Another one went
INGREDIENTS: Salt is among the ingredients to make a simple Italian bread. Marcy Sebest, parent
INGREDIENTS: Salt is among the ingredients to make a simple Italian bread. Marcy Sebest, parent
major league roundup Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Tigers 6 DETROIT — Nick Swisher hit two homers and Joba Chamberlain
Man in TB scare sues U.S. health officials
Andrew Speaker said health officials knew he had tuberculosis before he left for Europe. ATLANTA
“Bones” (8 p.m., Fox): We’ve suspected for a long time that being a mascot for a
“Bones” (8 p.m., Fox): We’ve suspected for a long time that being a mascot for a college sports team
Hate-crimes bill includes protection for gays
WASHINGTON (AP) — Gay victims of violence would gain new federal protections under a revived and
U.N. children’s-rights treaty sparks effort to amend U.S. Constitution
NEW YORK (AP) — A global children’s-rights treaty, ratified by every U.N. member except the United
Disney to plant 2.7 million trees in Amazon
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walt Disney Studios is turning box-office cash from its nature documentary
Rare Roman dish on display
LONDON (AP) — An extremely rare Roman dish made of translucent blue glass pieces was put on display
Where 2 go
Youngstown State University’s Dance Ensemble will present its annual spring concert in Ford Theater
Repositioned YSU dance program steps into light
YOUNGSTOWN — The dance program at Youngstown State University is raising its profile. It moved
Senate, House OK Obama’s budget plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats in Congress capped President Barack Obama’s 100th day in office by
Familiarity takes a bite out of ‘Wolverine’ flick
The special effects are hit and miss. Director Gavin Hood did the best he could to bring the
McConaughey is heel we love to hate
The Internet Hate Fest for Matthew McConaughey reached its nadir this past week, with one blogger
North-South vulnerable. North deals.
North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA Q 10 7 2 u7 4 vA 10 wQ 10 9 6 WEST EAST
Memorial to Sojourner Truth unveiled in U.S. Capitol hall
WASHINGTON — She never learned to read or write, and the only known example of her signature seems
Movie listings
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Administration seeks end of drug-sentence disparity
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration joined a federal judge Wednesday in urging Congress to
Starlight Darlings shine but don't get overheated
Their songs are built around the vocalist. Frank Nolasco and Christa Flora are relaxing with a
Grandma gets shut out of grandson’s life
Dear Annie: My 29-year-old son and his wife have two young children. My oldest grandson and I were
Tyra testifies at stalker-suspect trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Supermodel Tyra Banks says she feared for her safety when she learned that her
Electronic check register is timesaving idea
Dear Heloise: If you are computer-literate, you might find that setting up an electronic check
“I have found myself increasingly at odds with the Republican philosophy and more in line with
Opinion: “I have found myself increasingly at odds with the Republican philosophy and more in line with the
if you go
if you go What: YSU Dance Ensemble spring concert When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday
From out of the haze comes ‘Reefer Madness’
The 1936 anti-marijuana film “Reefer Madness” has long been a staple comedy among pot lovers and on
High school reporters get some big-city advice at YSU Press Day 2009
Editor’s note: Youngstown State University hosted 300 area high school students Monday at Spring
‘X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE’
‘X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE’ Grade: B- Director: Gavin Hood Rating: PG-13 for comic book
AMUSEMENT PARKS 2009: Get ready to ride
Keep your hands inside the car and look at what’s new at the region’s fun spots. With the
‘Prison Break’ actor is released on parole
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lane Garrison, who was serving a sentence of three years and four months for a
Today is Thursday, April 30, the 120th day of 2009. There are 245 days left in the year. On this
Today is Thursday, April 30, the 120th day of 2009. There are 245 days left in the year. On this
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT: Victoria Serrano, second from the left, deals a
‘GHOSTS OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST’
‘GHOSTS OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST’ Grade: C Director: Mark Waters Rating: PG-13 for sexual content
Tony Bennett donates Duke Ellington painting
Tony Bennett donates Duke Ellington painting WASHINGTON — Singer Tony Bennett is donating a
Jewelry held as evidence will return to Rihanna
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rihanna will get back $1.4 million in borrowed jewelry she was wearing the night
So long, Chief
The Charlotte Observer: It’s too soon to say whether the restructuring plan General Motors presented
Sports digest
local Miller to judge WBC title bout MINERAL RIDGE — Tom Miller of Mineral Ridge has been
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Pope apologizes to Indians for abuse at Canadian schools
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Benedict XVI apologized Wednesday to Canadian Indians who were physically
Tribe beat by former farmhand in 10th
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jonathan Van Every hit his first major league home run in the 10th inning, lifting
Pens and Caps: ‘3-ring circus’ to commence
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alex Ovechkin doesn’t like Sidney Crosby. Neither does Alexander Semin, who calls
Musical duo returns to hometown for gig
Musical duo returns to hometown for gig HUBBARD — The acoustic duo 2B40 will return to their
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Renter.” Needed, actors for short film to be shot in Youngstown/Sharon area. Casting
Stocks end higher as the Fed sees recession easing
NEW YORK (AP) — The Fed confirmed what Wall Street has already concluded: The recession is starting
Corrections
UThe Mahoning Avenue lane closure on a bridge that spans state Route 11 in Austintown, noted on Page
Local business digest
REGION Final air permit issued by Ohio EPA to V&M Star YOUNGSTOWN – The Ohio Environmental
Mayor Williams has earned re-election; work to be done
Editorial: When we made note of the historic nature of Jay Williams’ victory as mayor of Youngstown in November
Poof! Raeburn propels JFK
prep softball Senior Rachel Pico tossed a three-hit shutout as Kennedy slipped past Mooney, 1-0.
DioGuardi misjudged enormity of 'Idol'
NEW YORK — When Kara DioGuardi accepted her job as the fourth judge on “American Idol,” she did not
Artists invited to include works in exhibit
NILES —The Eastwood Mall, the Warren Junior Women’s League/GFWC and HandsOn Volunteer Network of the
NBC rehires 'Celebrity Apprentice'
NEW YORK (AP) — NBC says Donald Trump will be firing more stars next year when “Celebrity
New Castle Playhouse to present 'Lend Me a Tenor'
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The comedy “Lend Me a Tenor” will open May 8 at New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Jonathan and Sarah Drokin, Canfield, girl, April 28.
Body found in truck at Austintown store
AUSTINTOWN — The body of a man was found inside a pick-up truck at Wal-Mart on Mahoning Avenue.
SRU to make decision on students who were in Mexico
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. (AP) — A state-owned university in western Pennsylvania expects a decision today
2-1 win is second for M.V. in finals
The Phantoms defeated the host team, North Iowa, to improve to 2-0 at the Robertson Cup. MASON
Hope and consumer spending on rise
WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumers snapped back to life at the start of the year, renewing hopes the
Harmony in Senate becoming elusive
Opinion: Reconciliation: The action of bringing to agreement, concord, or harmony. — Oxford English
Salem police receive second complaint about phony prosecutor
SALEM — Police are investigating a second complaint of someone claiming to be a Columbiana County
Newsman takes layoff in stride
After 40 years of morning updates on the radio, John Nagy was furloughed in a cost-cutting move.
QBs glance back, lunge forward
Blake Powers and Davon Vinson are two players directly affected by coach Mike Hold’s departure.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
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