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East Side Neighborhood Cleanup targets 11 sites
YOUNGSTOWN — If you were outdoors on the city’s East Side on Saturday, you may have been struck by
Last year’s Walk With Me event raised $21,000; this year’s goal was $30,000.
BOARDMAN — People of all ages — and even a few dogs — showed up bright and early to walk and run in
Turnout in Mahoning County is expected to be 22 percent
YOUNGSTOWN — More than three-quarters of Mahoning Valley voters eligible to cast ballots for
Residents to corner food stores: We’re fed up
YOUNGSTOWN — Some residents and city officials are putting neighborhood markets on notice: Clean up
It’s time again for the big book sale at the library in Sharon.
It’s low-tech, user-friendly, and yes, cheap. The Friends of the Library’s four-day spring used-book
America Fights Back rally in Warren draws 1,500
WARREN — The message was clear: the government needs to stop ignoring the struggles of the middle
Deal struck to lessen layoffs in Youngstown
Officers taking the deal would get one year’s base salary paid in equal amounts over five years.
Ursuline’s Ingalls and Lower too much for J-M
Sarah Ingalls, moved to the leadoff position, ignited two rallies and Casey Lower pitched a
SMARTS students get into the act
Youths to present a night at the opera STAFF REPORT YOUNGSTOWN — Two original operas created by
Firefighters assail layoffs as dangerous for Warren
WARREN — Firefighters marched in front of City Hall to protest cuts in staffing that some
McCarthy takes on big boys
Tom McCarthy, the owner and trainer of General Quarters — he bought the colt for $20,000 — faces the
Eight from YSU named to academic honor roll
INDIANAPOLIS —Youngstown State athletic teams had eight student-athletes recognized as part of the
Phantoms await fate after loss to Bandits
Mahoning Valley’s season is over unless Wenatchee loses in regulation today. STAFF REPORT MASON
Valparaiso scores 3 in 8th inning to beat YSU
VALPARAISO, Ind. — Dan DeBruin’s RBI single in the eighth inning broke a tie and Kyle Muhlsteff
Scientist at YSU placed on leave after dispute over lab machine
YOUNGSTOWN — A chemistry scientist employed at Youngstown State University has been placed on paid
Fire district increases its lifesaving arsenal
CANFIELD — The Cardinal Joint Fire District is one of the first departments in the state to purchase
Egner gets start on third KO title belt
The Boardman High student won a unanimous decision in a junior middleweight fight. By GREG GULAS
Warren, East Liverpool YMCAs to share CEO and support staff
WARREN — The Warren/Trumbull YMCA and its counterpart in East Liverpool will share the same chief
Celtics, Bulls decide epic series tonight in Boston
CHICAGO (AP) — Between the jaw-dropping individual displays, crisp team play and dramatic twists,
Sanchez sharp in first Jets practice
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Mark Sanchez was up late the night before his first practices with the New
Pens and Caps renew their NHL rivalry
Pittsburgh eliminated Washington from playoffs six times in an 11-year span. ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) —
Pavano strong in Indians’ victory
DETROIT (AP) — Carl Pavano pitched 71‚Ñ3 effective innings and the Cleveland Indians held off the
Mexicans turn to sick humor to endure flu
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Televisa is cutting all “nonessential” kisses from its soap operas. A song called
Supreme Court vacancy may animate liberal causes
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has tried to hold off debate on contentious social issues such
Good friend is stealing from his company
Dear Annie: My husband and I have a good friend, “Steve,” who is a manager at a company where my
To make over or not to make over?
Opinion: BOSTON — I am not the sort of person who fills the e-mail inboxes of my friends with jokes. Nor do I
Teens face competition for summer resort jobs
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — This summer, the guy running the Tilt-A-Whirl at the beach might be a laid-
Today is Saturday, May 2, the 122nd day of 2009. There are 243 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, May 2, the 122nd day of 2009. There are 243 days left in the year. On this date
Hours to be changed at some library sites
Library funding is down $380,000 this year, says an official. YOUNGSTOWN — The Public Library of
European May Day rallies
European May Day rallies PARIS — Hundreds of thousands of European workers feeling the pinch of
Coldplay to give away a CD at its concerts
Coldplay to give away a CD at its concerts LONDON — Coldplay members say they will reward
Study finds faith in flux
Though people may leave their childhood religion, the study found vitality. ORLANDO, Fla. —
Swine flu or not, many can’t stay home
NEW YORK (AP) — You wake up one morning and you’re feeling achy and feverish. The directions from
Book disputes FDR’s purported insensitivity to Jews in Europe
NEW YORK (AP) — A new book disputes widely held assumptions that President Franklin D. Roosevelt was
Supporters rally for immigrant rights
MIAMI (AP) — Immigrants and their families gathered at rallies across the country Friday to push for
3 Americans killed in Afghanistan
KABUL (AP) — Three Americans and two other international troops were killed Friday in an attack in
FDA issues warning: Stop taking Hydroxycut
WASHINGTON (AP) — Government health officials warned dieters and body builders Friday to immediately
david souter Biographical facts
Name: David Hackett Souter. Age-birthdate-location: 69; Sept. 17, 1939; Melrose, Mass.
Mahoning county \ Indictments The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury:
R. Keith McClure, 52, of Johnston Street, Alliance, misuse of credit cards. David L. Ress, 33, of
From a grateful son to a special mother
Opinion: This month is bittersweet for me. On the one hand, my daughter, Erin, turns 18, and I turn another
Dwyane Wade carries Heat to Game 6 win
MIAMI (AP) — When the Miami Heat needed him most, Dwyane Wade was at his best. Wade scored 41
Man convicted in August South Side murder
The killer faces 19 years to life in prison during sentencing next week. YOUNGSTOWN — A
FRIDAY’S RESULTS
FRIDAY’S RESULTS baseball Struthers 10, Lakeview 4 Struthers0300520—1012 Lakeview000110
Woman found tied to chair
NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township police found an elderly woman tied to a chair in a detached garage on
OH BABY! A clown dressed as a not-so-tiny baby took part in a skit with his fellow clowns Friday
OH BABY! A clown dressed as a not-so-tiny baby took part in a skit with his fellow clowns Friday
Torahs of Czechoslovakia relay story of survival
Memorial Scrolls Trust in London, England, rescued a collection of some 1,500 Torah scrolls and 400
Use rubber-backed mat to cover truck seat
Dear Heloise: I subscribe to The (Jacksonville) Florida Times-Union. In a recent column, a writer
Lordstown-built cars continue sales slump
Sales of cars built at General Motors’ Lordstown complex continued their sales slump that started
‘Baad’ practice booming in Aghanistan
Opinion: MAZAR-E-SHARIF, Afghanistan — At age 2, Nilab has no idea that her family has just given her away as
Funding education in Ohio has not undergone change
Editorial: Let us stipulate that the nation is in the midst of an economic recession, unemployment is rising
Ohio officials hope to keep Armstrong museum open
DAYTON (AP) — Concerned that the museum named after native son Neil Armstrong might close in the
Cobalt sales
Cobalt sales Down in ’09 U.S. sales of Chevrolet Cobalts this year, with 2008 numbers in
Wall Street extends rally into third month
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street extended its rally into a third month, shrugging off more reminders of
April death toll in Iraq for U.S. troops hits 18
BAGHDAD (AP) — The U.S. death toll for April rose to 18, the military said Friday, making it the
Pakistan’s anti-Taliban offensive intensifies
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani troops backed by attack helicopters stepped up an operation to push the
Experts: Swine flu looks less ominous
President Barack Obama and health officials said the H1N1 flu appears to have less potency than many
Demjanjuk loses federal appeal
CLEVELAND (AP) — A federal appeals court opened the way again Friday for the Justice Department to
Most states fail to follow federal rules to stockpile drugs to battle swine flu
BALTIMORE (AP) — With a swine- flu outbreak spreading across the nation, more than half the states
A little flu perspective
St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The World Health Organization warned Wednesday that a swine flu pandemic is
Gospel choir
Gospel choir YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University Gospel Choir will present its 10th
Jonas Brothers play it safe in sitcom
“Jonas,” which premieres at 8 tonight on the Disney Channel, is unlikely to trigger a mass epidemic
SYMBOL OF FAITH
New display case dedicated for Holocaust Torah The Torah from the Memorial Scrolls Trust in
Auto crisis
Chrysler to close five more plants “While some facilities may close, substantially all Chrysler
Activities planned for Day of Prayer
Services are scheduled throughout the area. The National Day of Prayer with the theme, “Prayer:
Faith leaders are urging caution
A Catholic diocese in California suggests alternatives to shaking hands during the exchange of
Attention vets: Ohio is looking for you
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Believe it or not, the state doesn’t know the names or addresses of 99 percent of Ohioans
Word of God provides direction and encouragement
In Isaiah 43:18-19, the Lord says, “Do not call to mind the former things, or ponder things of the
LOCAL TOPICS ON TV | Sunday programs
“Community Connection” (6 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): The Youngstown-Warren Black Nurses Association will
Eminem’s new album will hit shelves May 19
By BRIAN MCCOLLUM DETROIT — You can practically feel the buzz building. Nearly five years
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael D. Hoops, 25, of 4030 Bob-O-Link Drive, Youngstown,
Making government work
NILES — Consultant David Osborne, an author and adviser to former Vice President Al Gore, brought
June ceremony is planned for Kim, Carlson nuptials
BOARDMAN — Marcus and Mimi Kim announce the engagement and marriage plans of their daughter, Amy
Stafford has some good moments
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Matthew Stafford looked spectacular at times, fitting spirals in tight
Parents announce Barillare-Monroe wedding plans
The engagement of Shannon Barillare of Canfield and John Monroe of 7498 Jaguar Drive, Boardman, is
June wedding set by Lisa Cambert, Dr. Lucas Henn
Announcing their engagement and plans for their upcoming marriage are Lisa M. Cambert of Austintown
Cramer-Rivera wedding plans are announced
Jessica Cramer and Samuel Rivera, both of 358 Pearl St., Leetonia, are engaged to be married, their
Parents announce plans for Seidel, Aiosa wedding
The Rev. Howard and Susan Seidel, 531 Stoneybrook Lane, Canfield, and William and Brenda Aiosa, 144
Prep baseball Friday game
Struthers 10, Lakeview 4 CORTLAND — Jake Thomas had two doubles, one single and two RBIs to lead
Wedding anniversary celebrants to be feted
YOUNGSTOWN — The Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of
“Jonas” (8 p.m., Disney Channel): The Jonas Brothers star in their own high-school
“Jonas” (8 p.m., Disney Channel): The Jonas Brothers star in their own high-school sitcom as — hold
Business news digest
REGION Severstal eliminates jobs WARREN — Severstal Warren has permanently eliminated some
Weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. East-West vulnerable, as South you hold: xJ 8 7 uJ 5 vA 9 8 3 wK 9 4 2 The
TODAY
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Open de Espana. 10 a.m. (ESPNU) College baseball: Liberty at Coastal
HATS OFF: Benito Aguilar, at left, juggled hats Friday during the Aut Mori Circus while an assistant
HATS OFF: Benito Aguilar, at left, juggled hats Friday during the Aut Mori Circus while an assistant
GOOD DOG: One of Susan Sheryll’s Royal Afghan Champions, below, flies through the air while
GOOD DOG: One of Susan Sheryll’s Royal Afghan Champions, below, flies through the air while her boss
Akron man sent to prison in meth case
Akron man sent to prison in meth case STAFF REPORT YOUNGSTOWN — A man charged with cooking
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
CLASSES • Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1950 will meet at noon Wednesday at the Yankee
SOFTBALL
SOFTBALL PAC TOURNAMENT Thomas More 3, Westminster 1 Westminster 6, Washington & Jefferson 5
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS FRIDAY 1st—Bacon Rice (Hernandez)6.805.002.80 Khair (Quinones)13.405.60
Bank robbery investigated
AUSTINTOWN — Police continue to look for the suspect in an armed robbery at a township bank. A man
House bill would honor Ohio soldiers killed in war
The director of veterans services would notify the governor when one of Ohio’s bravest has fallen.
Prep softball roundup Friday’s other games
Struthers 2, Lakeview 1 STRUTHERS — Mandy Ditman’s bunt single scored Lauren Perry with the
basketball
basketball Drill 4 Skill Classic — for boys and girls will be May 23-24. Call (724) 843-6320.
Former GOP U.S. Rep. files for Ohio governor run
Former GOP U.S. Rep. files for Ohio governor run COLUMBUS — Former Congressman John Kasich has
Cutting energy costs
Cutting energy costs NEW MIDDLETOWN — The Springfield Board of Education has signed an energy-
When: Today Post Time: 6:04 p.m. Purse: $2,000,000 Distance: 11‚Ñ4 Miles Age: 3-year-olds
When: Today Post Time: 6:04 p.m. Purse: $2,000,000 Distance: 11‚Ñ4 Miles Age: 3-year-olds Sex: Both.
Body found in truck in store lot presumed to be of Akron man, 52
AUSTINTOWN — The Mahoning County Coroner’s office has released presumptive confirmation on the
Pirates shut out again, this time by Cincinnati, Arroyo
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Two batters faced, two runners on. Bronson Arroyo hadn’t gotten an out yet, but he
Brookfield students organize party for care-center residents
Brookfield students organize party for care-center residents Residents and youngsters alike
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