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Lakers take 2-0 lead over Magic
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers have taken a 2-0 in the NBA finals, beating the Orlando
Astros beat Pirates
HOUSTON (AP) — Matt Kata scored from second base on Miguel Tejada’s infield single, snapping a
Rookies help Tribe top White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — Rookies Chris Gimenez and Luis Valbuena hit consecutive home runs off former
Take nothing for granted, Struthers grads told
Take nothing for granted, Struthers grads told
Maintain reputation, work ethic, Canfield grads told
Maintain reputation, work ethic, Canfield grads told
Motorcycle crash survivor discharged from hospital
CHAMPION — The passenger of a motorcycle that lost control on N. Leavitt Road killing its driver
Boardman Class of 2009 destined for greatness
Boardman Class of 2009 destined for greatness
Officials expect great things from Girard Class of 2009
Officials expect great things from Girard Class of 2009
Flag-disposal service scheduled in Poland
POLAND — Worn, frayed, torn or faded American Flags can be retired honorably during a flag disposal
McDonald offers variety of swim programs for summer
McDONALD — The McDonald Summer Swim Program and the Warm Water Program dates have been announced by
Springfield baseball team held in check
The Tigers hit the ball hard but managed only three hits in a 3-1 loss to Patrick Henry.
Former Mooney, Boardman priest removed over abuse allegation
The allegation came to the bishop’s attention last week. YOUNGSTOWN — A priest who once served
Defending champs get best of Irish
Hebron Lakewood defeated Ursuline, 5-0, in the Division III state softball final. AKRON —
A young American with political passion
The Mahoning County Democratic Party executive committee member isn’t old enough to vote.
Right on track: Linsley, Brode win state field titles
Linsley, Brode win state field titles Warren Harding came up short in its attempt to win a state
Judge: City would suffer if judge were eliminated
Getting rid of one judge would save about $200,000 annually, a city official says. YOUNGSTOWN
Double the pleasure: Moody wins 2 titles
Mooney’s 4x100 relay repeated as state champion and Lakeview was second in the team standings.
Discredited witnesses, investigation flaws steered 20-minute verdict
The defense attorney was able to discredit witnesses and expose flaws in the murder investigation.
E. P. caps big weekend for ITCL
The Bulldogs were the only school to grab gold in Division III on Saturday. COLUMBUS — On
Youngstown Pride sponsors first street fair downtown
It was a beautiful day for a street festival, and organizers were pleased with the turnout.
Toddler celebrates 2nd with rescuers
The 2-year-old entertained some very special guests at his party. YOUNGSTOWN — He stomped
Howland’s Pachol goes out with gold
Fitch sophomore Ali Tolich earned All-Ohio in two Division I throwing events. COLUMBUS — With
Don't let your set go to the graveyard
With digital TV only days away, Val-E-Tronics employee Bill Hobson and owner Gary Piskor have plenty of work breaking down analog TVs at the company’s Mahoning Avenue site in Youngstown.
Spirit of Ireland lives in Celtic Woman show
The act’s most recent effort combines old and new songs. Considering Celtic Woman made its
Summer reads \ 5 page-turning titles
Nos. 1-5 appeared last week. These are recommended by Tom Beer of Long Island Newsday: 6. “LABOR
Collectors seek 20th-century art glass pieces
Twentieth-century art glass is attracting adventurous buyers who search for relatively unknown
Senior menus
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
girard senior citizens • Members of Girard Senior Citizens Club will meet at 11 a.m. June 10 at
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association Playoffs CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Tuesday, May 19
Carradine family seeks help from FBI, forensics expert
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The family of David Carradine is asking the FBI and a private forensics expert to
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Tamisha Harro-Chism and T. Lee Chism, Youngstown, girl, June
Sports in brief
area Handel’s is available NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers announced this week that
Sotomayor’s record worth a look
Opinion: Many U.S. Supreme Court observers believe that the nomination of Judge Sonia Sotomayor will do
Mr., Mrs. Barnes mark anniversary of 1959 wedding
SALEM — Mr. and Mrs. Lee Barnes of Salem are observing the 50th anniversary of their wedding. The
MILESTONES
SCOUTS Razo receives Eagle rank Eric William Razo was recently honored at an Eagle Scout court-
Many struggle not to make a layoff a lifestyle
WASHINGTON — When Matthew Thomas of Alexandria, Va., was laid off in September from a downtown
2 bodies found near site of crash
RECIFE, Brazil (AP) — Searchers found two bodies and the first confirmed debris — a briefcase
Stung by a bee or a scorpion? Ease the pain with fresh onion
Q. You recently wrote about rubbing a cut onion on a bee sting to ease the pain. Swiss farmers
Moeller, Indian Valley, NDCL win baseball titles
Elyria, Hamilton Ross and Strasburg-Franklin were softball champions. COLUMBUS — Brett Cisper
A Belmont for the birds
Mine That Bird made his patented late charge but seemed to run out of gas. NEW YORK (AP) — This
Today in history
Today is Sunday, June 7, the 158th day of 2009. There are 207 days left in the year. On this day in
Support Our Troops rally Saturday in Pa.
Support Our Troops rally Saturday in Pa. BEAVER, Pa. — The Vietnam Veterans of America, Beaver
Anglers Hooked on Fishing
The event was aimed at getting youngsters outside more and developing closer relations with police.
In Tenn., GM workers want to go ‘small’
SPRING HILL, Tenn. (AP) — Two decades after General Motors Corp. launched Saturn as its import-
BookExpo illustrates an industry in flux
NEW YORK — The best way to think about this year’s BookExpo America — the book industry’s annual
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY • LB Circle, Past matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’N Park on
Sorority plans scramble as scholarship benefit
The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara Decisions, decisions: The problem of deciding which club they
Angels of Easter Seals elect officers for 2009-10
CANFIELD — When Angels of Easter Seals met recently at Tippecanoe Country Club, officers were
Stuff for hospital stay? It’s in the bag
Being prepared can help you stay calm in a medical crisis. DALLAS — After several visits over
Parents too often confused
john rosemond The first Question of the Week is “Why at dinnertime should children be served what
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Anthony M. Harrison The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
Review: Dazzling Palm software beats the iPhone
NEW YORK — Move over, iPhone. You’ve had two years on top of the smart-phone world. Now there’s a
What’s new at LegoLand
What’s new at LegoLand CARLSBAD, Calif. — LegoLand in California has a number of new attractions
Golfers invited to scramble for lifesaving cause
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis GOOD SHOT: With preparations completed for the American Heart
‘Secret, Profane & Sugarcane’
‘Secret, Profane & Sugarcane’ Elvis Costello (Hear Music) Grade: A Elvis Costello’s newest
It’s a good thing area wasn’t on feds radar
Opinion: Now is not the time for the Mahoning Valley to be attracting national attention to the crucial role
Miss McLhinney to be August bride of Mr. Poklemba
BOARDMAN — Jeffrey and Deborah McLhinney, 843 Trotwood Drive, are announcing the engagement of
Hiding your files in plain sight? It’s possible
We all have secrets. Some secrets we can keep in our heads. Other secrets need to be written
Cebula-Barrett engagement told, wedding planned
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Cebula of New Wilmington are announcing the engagement
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY SBlt Moccasin members will meet at 7 p.m. for talk on “Bees and Hostas” by Carol Knock, or
Casino night planned
Casino night planned BROOKFIELD — AWARE, Mercer County Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, will
New program to improve security
WASHINGTON (AP) — Don’t be surprised if you’re asked to provide your date of birth and gender when
To get attention, she often pretends to be sick
Dear Annie: Since I was in my early teens, I have pretended to be sick on a lot of occasions when I
Study: Surgeons should do warm-up exercises
The increasing use of robotic and minimally invasive surgery means doctors today need to have superb
Workshop on autism
Workshop on autism WARREN — The Trumbull County Family & Children First Council is presenting
Exploring glamour
Exploring glamour What is glamour anyway? Is it luxurious furnishings paired with exotic woods,
Gallery expands children’s workshops
Gallery expands children’s workshops NILES — The Art Outreach Gallery in Eastwood Mall is
Best-sellers Publishers Weekly
For the week ending May 30: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Scarecrow” by Michael Connelly (Little,
Author Toni Morrison speaks up for free speech
NEW YORK (AP) — The setting was divine — a duplex on the Upper East Side. The featured speaker,
‘Harry’s Friendly Service’ Play is set in Youngstown but can touch everyone
The play is now receiving its world premiere. PITTSBURGH — “Harry’s Friendly Service” will
Health panel held as model for U.S.
OLYMPIA, Wash. — When it’s judging the value of medical treatments it pays for, Washington state
AN AMERICAN ICON: Front porches
Builders say demand for front porches rising The popularity of the porch started to revive about
Fear of layoff is a big motivator
Her job description says Madeline Adams is a social worker. But lately she’s begun volunteering for
Judith Ivey will portray Ann Landers in play
Judith Ivey will portray Ann Landers in play NEW YORK — Ann Landers will be dispensing advice off-
June Snapz: Saturday Suits
Our June Snapz theme is “Saturday Suits” — those clothes you grab for weekend activities — and
The 63rd Annual Tony Awards (8 p.m., CBS): Will “Billy Elliott” make a grand jete to
The 63rd Annual Tony Awards (8 p.m., CBS): Will “Billy Elliott” make a grand jete to Broadway glory?
Mr., Mrs. Rhodes renew nuptial vows on anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — On May 16, 1959, Charles Rhodes and Elsie Livas exchanged nuptial vows as they were
Obama marks D-Day anniversary
OMAHA BEACH, France (AP) — President Barack Obama honored the valiant dead and the “sheer
You’ll need a screen to view exhibition’s progressive art
The McDonough Museum show includes computer games and animation. YOUNGSTOWN — “Rust Fest” may
Antiques & collectibles || CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Maholm, Wilson and rookie lead Bucs
HOUSTON (AP) — Paul Maholm pitched seven innings and drove in a run with an infield single, leading
How to organize office space
office space Keeping it organized So, you’ve set up an organized office space. Here’s how to
Older workers taking summer jobs
WASHINGTON — After three years of braving Alaska’s minus-50-degree winter temperatures and round-
IN THE CUP \ Area holes in one
Mike Bufano of Warren aced the 148-yard No. 11 hole at Kennsington Golf Club. He used a 7-iron.
Families try to cope after day-care fire
HERMOSILLO, Mexico (AP) — Relatives and friends watched the tiny white coffin lowered into the
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming events
JUNE TODAY — Donnell Ford’s Relay for Life scramble at Valley Golf Club, Columbiana. Proceeds
Auto negotiator faces cloud in past
NEW YORK (AP) — Steven Rattner had but one assignment when the president brought him to Washington
Armed forces digest
PROMOTION New Air Force captain Air Force Capt. Jussus D.R. Sanchez was recently promoted to his
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jerry L. Whelpley, 66, of 4839 Old State Road, West
Can’t refinance? Try your congressman
WASHINGTON (AP) — Can’t afford your mortgage payment? If the bank won’t take your call, your member
Avalanche of cast-off TVs expected
Many TVs that still work will be thrown away, says one recycler. YOUNGSTOWN — An avalanche of
Chess tourney planned by Warriors Inc.
YOUNGSTOWN — Warriors Inc. Community Chess Tournament will be June 20 at John Knox Presbyterian
Class B League
Class B League saturday’s linescores Rondinelli Tuxedo 10, Dave Sugar Excavating 2 Dave
Al-Qaida in North Africa: a terrorism franchise strikes far
DRAA BEN KHEDDA, Algeria (AP) — Deep in the Sahara Desert, along the remote southern borders of
Westward ho! Amish escaping crowds, prices in East
WESTCLIFFE, Colo. (AP) — A new road sign cautions drivers to watch for Amish horse-drawn carriages
HANDS ON | Volunteering
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
Organization to mark 20th anniversary
VIENNA — Teen Straight Talk, a volunteer nonprofit Christian organization created to teach
Woodworth Park plans summer concert series
The concert series is made possible by donations from local groups and businesses. NORTH LIMA
Rondinelli 7-2 in Class B League
STRUTHERS — Drew Fitzpatrick had three hits while Greg Eshelman tossed a complete-game seven-hitter
Let’s root for casinos, wherever they may be
Opinion: Let’s root for casinos, wherever they may be EDITOR: You have to love the Valley’s newest
America is a great country, but not one without sin
Opinion: America is a great country, but not one without sin EDITOR: America is the greatest country in
SMOKY MOUNTAINS
Preserve to mark 75th birthday June 15 The park’s charter stipulates that no entrance fee will
Ohioans are resourceful; they’ll find a way to gamble
Opinion: Ohioans are resourceful; they’ll find a way to gamble EDITOR: Whether casino gambling is
SATURDAY drawings
SATURDAY drawings OHIO Saturday night: Pick 3, 1-6-0 Pick 4, 9-4-0-3 Rolling Cash 5, 8-10-
Bars learn the hard way cashing in on Pavlik
Opinion: When Kelly Pavlik fought Marco Antonio Rubio in Youngstown in February, it was an opportunity for
Datsyuk leads Wings to a rout
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Red Wings sure don’t look tired now. After watching their two-game lead
Kobe focused on the crown
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Behind Kobe Bryant’s stone-faced mask and the icy grimace he’s wearing in
Little-known guy tops Memorial
DUBLIN (AP) — For most of a warm and wacky Saturday afternoon at the Memorial, the leaderboard was
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 2nd—Salty Trick (Stokes)8.803.403.20 Falcon Lake (Oro)3.603.20
GOLF ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s other events
LPGA State Farm Classic SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Cristie Kerr made a big jump into a tie for the lead
Rezek anniversary celebrated with family and friends
COLUMBIANA — Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rezek of Columbiana celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard Civil Service Commission, 1 p.m., council chambers, 220 W. Liberty St.
Sports notices
baseball Columbiana Youth — tournament for players age 7-8 starts July 6. Call (330) 892-0299 or
Kuznetsova is French champ with 2-set win
PARIS (AP) — Svetlana Kuznetsova never struck Dinara Safina as a Grand Slam champion in the making
Pocono owner shrugs off criticisms of track, races
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Joseph Mattioli understands that Pocono Raceway has an unusual place on the
Tribe falls, 4-2, to White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen was finally able to find something positive about his
WNBA ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
Sparks 78, Shock 58 LOS ANGELES — Tina Thompson had 18 points, Betty Lennox added 17 points and 10
U.S.: Insurgents use teens to stage Iraq attacks
BAGHDAD (AP) — Teenagers armed with grenades and suicide vests are the latest recruits for Sunni
National Hockey League
National Hockey League Playoffs CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Sunday, May 17 Detroit 5,
Find the money, don’t tax
Opinion: Find the money, don’t tax EDITOR: For Trumbull County to put up $2.5 Million to get $12.5
Ohioans must bear each others’ burdens
Opinion: The Ohio General Assembly has until June 30 to adopt a balanced budget for state fiscal years 2010
Police probe fatal motorcycle crash
CHAMPION — State police were still on the scene late Saturday at a fatal motorcycle accident on
Stolen kittens returned to shelter
The kittens were returned in a pillowcase. YOUNGSTOWN — Two kittens that were stolen Thursday
Demands by local judges put city, county in financial bind
Editorial: “With respect to the budget challenges you may encounter locally, I urge you to continue to keep
Park’s summer events to begin
Summer movie night will be every Tuesday at the village’s Woodland Park. McDONALD — The annual
Sports schedules
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Thursday — Track & field at NCAA meet Friday — Track & field at NCAA meet
GO & DO
Today Children Trivia Day, 1-4 p.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road,
This weekend's games
Friday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE L.A. Angels 2, Detroit 1 Tampa Bay at New York, ppd., rain
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