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Greenford Ruritan meeting
Greenford Ruritan meeting GREENFORD — The next meeting of the Greenford Ruritan Club will be at 7
Northern Strut Twirlers earn honors at regional competition
Special to The Vindicator WINNERS: Shown with the trophies they received during the Marching
Ah, nuts: Thunder squanders lead as losing streak reaches 11 straight
The Wolves bested Mahoning Valley 18-6 in the last 55 seconds for the 59-53 win. By JOHN BASSETTI
Kaimi Mead: Answering the Scrappers' call
Mead’s strong start lifts Scrappers By CHUCK HOUSTEAU NILES — Mahoning Valley Scrapper pitcher
Ex-official: Drop drug charge
The former director of Trumbull County’s JFS has been charged with felony cocaine possession.
Drama guild to present ‘Honk’
Advance tickets are available at www.boardmandramaguild.com. By DENISE DICK You’re probably
UA’s Kinsey earns All-American honors at NCAA track & field championships
AKRON — University of Akron junior Daniel Kinsey earned All-America honors in the decathlon at the
Bear honored at reunion of Kentucky Wildcats
The coaching legacy of Paul “Bear” Bryant remains alive, some 26 years after his death and after he
Warren firefighter union accepts concessions
WARREN — By a 75 percent margin, Warren’s firefighter union has ratified a contract covering the
No relief in sight: Tribe blows lead, falls to Cubs, 8-7
CHICAGO (AP) — Sure looked like Kerry Wood would get the day off in his return to Wrigley Field. His
Freeze continues for undergrad tuition at YSU; other fees raised
This will be the third year that in-state tuition has been stable. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
No rain, but little clarity at Open
The rain-soaked major has a lot of story lines. There are a lot of questions, too. The Washington
Families of injured soldiers could receive unpaid leave
Employers would have to return workers to their previous positions once the leave is completed.
Brookfield board hires new superintendent
A search team of board members, faculty, staff, parents and students recommended him.
Champ aims to combat falsehoods
Escalating rumors pushed middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik to see a sports psychologist, which he says was definitely helpful.
Man accused of attempting to abduct 14-year-old girl
The defendant told police the girl looked like she needed help, but a witness said the girl appeared
Employment conditions deteriorate further
Ohio’s unemployment rate has climbed further, one month after crossing into double digits for the
Obama dog’s baseball card available free online
Obama dog’s baseball card available free online WASHINGTON — You don’t have to trade your vintage
Sports digest
local Future of bowling to be discussed CANFIELD — The annual Greater Youngstown Bowling
So close, yet so far: Woods stumbles late to finish four-over par
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. — The rain-shortened first day of the U.S. Open meant many players had to play
INTERLEAGUE
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Indians’ Wood, DeRosa have bittersweet return
CHICAGO (AP) — Kerry Wood drove the same streets to the ballpark Friday as he had for the last 10
Iran opposition defies ayatollah
Iran’s opposition Friday called for a major new protest over the disputed presidential election,
MLB Roundup Friday’s other games
INTERLEAGUE Reds 4, White Sox 3 CINCINNATI — Brandon Phillips hit a two-run homer and a
Several are indicted on murder-related charges
The grand jury indicted 26 people. YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County grand jury indicted several
Ohio governor endorses slots gambling amid state’s budget crisis
COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland has proposed allowing slot machines at Ohio’s seven horse racing
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Family Birthplace Andrew and Heather Peterson, Lowellville, girl, June 11.
First Friday Club
First Friday Club BOARDMAN — Maureen Dee will be the featured speaker when the First Friday Club
Today in history
Today is Saturday, June 20, the 171st day of 2009. There are 194 days left in the year. On this date
Voices of faith
faith q & a Voices of faith: What is the main thing that makes life worth living? The Rev. Duke
Worker killed in well-drilling accident
SAEGERTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Federal and state officials are investigating the workplace death of an Ohio
Comedian bills show as Father’s Day gift to fans
A Father’s Day present to his Northeast Ohio fans is how Frank Caliendo is approaching his upcoming
A look at memorable movie dads
Most conversations about memorable movie dads tend to be brief. Why? Because they usually begin and
Dems’ health-care plan stumbles but still keeps moving
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats got a sobering glimpse of what it would look like if their ambitious
Monks run multimillion-dollar Internet business
LASERMONKS INC. From ink cartridges to dog biscuits, the work supports an abbey in Wisconsin.
sets of favorites \ Ideas for Father’s Day
Stumped about that Father’s Day gift? DVD and Blu-ray sets of TV favorites offer lasting
Mom burned out caring for paralyzed teen son
Dear Annie: Two years ago, my then 15-year-old son was paralyzed in a diving accident. I am his
Weekly Bridge Quiz
Weekly Bridge Quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xQ 7 6 3 uJ 8 v9 3 wK 10 9 5 4 The
Culture of medicine isn’t good for doctors
Opinion: BOSTON — There will be time to talk about costs and coverage, about public and private plans, about
Airlines levy extra fees on bags
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As if charging $15 to check a bag weren’t enough, two airlines are asking for $5
Our lives make a difference in time and even eternity
A very unusual church can be found at the upper level of the Spanish Steps, an architectural
Changes already being made in the way elections are run
Editorial: While it would have been instructive to hear all the details surrounding former Ohio Secretary of
Theology studies help take up time
A prison seminary program gives inmates a second chance. PARCHMAN, Miss. (AP) — The graduates
MacDowell: 40s awkward time for leading lady
MacDowell: 40s awkward time for leading lady SHANGHAI — “Four Weddings and a Funeral” star Andie
Nestle recalls all of its cookie dough
There’s a toll to eating raw cookie dough. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers
Leaderboard Day 2
Note: No one finished the second round due to darkness. ScoreThru Lucas Glover-612 Ricky
local topics on TV Sunday program
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): June is Elder Awareness Month, and the Mahoning
State budget cuts will be deep, painful
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Everybody knows budget cuts are coming. Leaders in the Democratic House and Republican
Objections made to sale of assets
NEW YORK (AP) — A group of General Motors Corp. bondholders and some of the automaker’s labor unions
Defending champ Nadal withdraws from Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Defending champion Rafael Nadal withdrew from Wimbledon on Friday because
Ohio behind in getting E-ZPass technology
CLEVELAND (AP) — Manisha Padhye was surprised Friday driving into the state. She had to make an old-
Recession? Not for the U.S. House, which raised office budgets 8%
WASHINGTON (AP) — The recession and rising joblessness has millions of Americans cutting their
Never mind the naysayers, we need health care reform
Newsday: Socialized medicine. Rationing. Robotic bureaucrats in control. Ominous warnings of that
MAHONING COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Derrick E. Stredrick Jr., 28, of 1211 East High Ave.,
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Chris Dodd, D-Conn., and
“BrainRush” (8 p.m., Cartoon Network): Contestants on a roller coaster try to answer
“BrainRush” (8 p.m., Cartoon Network): Contestants on a roller coaster try to answer trivia
Black men’s hard work shatters stereotypes
Opinion: At age 92, my dad climbed ladders this spring to a second-story roof to do repairs at the chemical
GM to recall workers, restore shift
DETROIT (AP) — A bright spot has surfaced in a sea of negative auto sales statistics for General
Area vacation bible schools
Who: Church Hill United Methodist Church. What: “Crocodile Dock” is the theme. When: 9 a.m. to
Communications tower
Communications tower A U.S. House bill provides money for a communications tower in Weathersfield
Reader has foolproof way to get pet into carrier
Dear Heloise: I read a hint in your column on getting a pet into a carrier. Well, mine is foolproof.
Sports on TV
TODAY 8 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Formula One British Grand Prix qualifying. Noon (ESPN2) Bowling:
Helicopter crashes in rescue attempt
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Moments before a helicopter crashed during a mountain rescue attempt, the
Business in brief
NATION Billionaire indicted on fraud charges WASHINGTON — Brash Texas billionaire R. Allen
Web sites could carry county ads
COLUMBUS (AP) — A proposal tucked into the state budget plan would allow cash-strapped county
CHICAGO (AP) — Storms that moved across the central part of the U.S. caused delays at Chicago
CHICAGO (AP) — Storms that moved across the central part of the U.S. caused delays at Chicago
Hundreds mourn slain guard as gentle giant with big heart
FORT WASHINGTON, Md. (AP) — Family, friends and colleagues on Friday remembered a guard who was
‘I’m not going anywhere’: Bryant to stay in L.A.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Kobe Bryant said he plans to stay with the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers
Yao Ming: Cleveland move is unknown
Rumors have swirled since Chinese investors signed a deal with the Cavs to become minority owners.
Obama’s advice for young dads: Be involved in your child’s life
WASHINGTON (AP) — Growing up without a father left a painful hole in his heart, President Barack
Legislation would regulate purchasing
Supporters say the bill would help demonstrate all that Ohio agriculture is. COLUMBUS — State
Richard Childress Racing added to GM cutback list
SONOMA, Calif. (AP) — Support for General Motors remained strong Friday, even as teams adjust to
Ex Browns QB Kosar files for bankruptcy
The Boardman native has been dogged by financial woes. MIAMI HERALD MIAMI — Former Cleveland
City agrees to purchase property
Youngstown could finalize a deal soon for the land for a steel-company expansion. YOUNGSTOWN —
Search set for dogs without licenses
The sweep will begin Monday and run eight weeks. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County dog warden
on area diamonds Youth baseball & softball
TRI-T COLT Classic Division Leetonia LABL Outlaws 16-10, Salem FOP #88 VFW 7-9 —Lance Tullis and
Action Physical tops Roth Bros.; 1080 Media rolls
STRUTHERS — Todd Gasier had two hits while Ty Hartman drove home two runs as Action Physical Therapy
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney Friday’s qualifying: The Hartford native qualified 19th for Sunday’s
Workers, residents of motel must vacate facility today
A Canfield motel owner has his properties listed for sale for $1.3 million. CANFIELD — Time is
Baseball
Baseball National League Favorite Odds Underdog COLORADO 61‚Ñ2-71‚Ñ2 Pittsburgh Interleague
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games National League Atlanta 7, Cincinnati 0 Interleague Toronto 8, Philadelphia
College world series roundup \ Friday’s game
LSU 14, Arkansas 5 OMAHA, Neb. — Paul Mainieri can’t think of a thing he would change about the
High-rise housing sold for $4.9M
The building’s new owners are ‘very impressed with the downtown Youngstown area,’ a spokeswoman
As expected, YSU president announces retirement
YOUNGSTOWN — The sixth president of Youngstown State University said 2009-10 will be his final year
Dems drop casino lawsuit
The lawsuit has ‘no legal basis,’ a casino committee spokesman says. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning