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Hand injury postpones Pavlik’s title bout
Kelly Pavlik’s scheduled defense of his WBC and WBO middlewight world championship belts has been
‘Mommy and Me Tea Party’ Saturday at Fair Park in Canfield
CANFIELD — Canfield Fire Women’s Auxiliary will have a “Mommy and Me Tea Party” from 2 to 4 p.m.
Victim’s girlfriend testifies in Dillard murder trial
LISBON — A woman described how her boyfriend was shot to death over a deal to sell clothing.
Youngstown man indicted on rape, burglary charges
YOUNGSTOWN — A 22-year-old Thornton Avenue man has been indicted on aggravated burglary and rape
Youngstown police step up enforcement efforts
Police are stepping up enforcement over the summer months with saturated patrols in all areas of the
Firefighters pull intoxicated man from Lake Newport
BOARDMAN — Firefighters are still trying to determine why a 37-year-old man jumped into Lake Newport
Police seek man who exposed himself to youngster
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are looking for a man who exposed himself and chased a 12-year-old girl walking
State parole board: No mercy for Ohio killer who burned victim
COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio Parole Board has rejected a request for mercy from a man sentenced to death
Former U.S. Sen. John Glenn to speak at OSU commencement
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State University says former astronaut and U.S. Sen. John Glenn will speak at
Mercer Co. gets state grant to combat mosquitoes, West Nile virus
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County will get a $49,527 grant from the Pennsylvania Mosquito Surveillance
Cause of death remains pending in two Poland shootings
POLAND — The official cause of death in an apparent murder-suicide of a township couple is still
Air Force reservists return home today
VIENNA – A team of medical personnel assigned to the 910th Medical Squadron will return here today
FBI to investigate Ohio inmate’s death at county jail in Akron
AKRON (AP) — An Ohio sheriff says he welcomes a federal investigation into the 2006 death of an
Man gets life imprisonment in Cleveland-area park slaying
CLEVELAND (AP) — An ex-convict has been sentenced in Cleveland to life in prison for fatally
Austintown woman charged with sexual assault against two women
YOUNGSTOWN — A 54-year-old Austintown woman is in the Mahoning County Jail on $20,000 bond after
Endangering charge lodged against woman who left child in car
BOARDMAN — A Youngstown woman faces an endangering children charge, accused of leaving her 11-month-
Canfield Fair offers passes for three or six days
CANFIELD — Cutting fairgoers’ overall costs is a priority for Canfield Fair board members this year.
910th Reserve medical squadron returning from Dominican Republic
VIENNA — A team from the 910th Medical Squadron will be returning from the Dominican Republic
Brookfield plans annual firefighters memorial service
BROOKFIELD — Brookfield Township Firefighters Auxiliary members and police are inviting the public
Italian Fest seeks nominees
YOUNGSTOWN — The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest is being held on July 31, Aug. 1 and 2 in downtown
Curtis Young guilty of aggravated murder, death penalty possible
Jury finds Young guilty of all aggravated murder counts in the death of his ex-girlfriend, Helen Moore, 29, of Cassius Street, her nearly full-term unborn child, and her 8-year-old son, Ceonei.
Ohioans’ opinions: gambling yes, gay marriage no
COLUMBUS — Ohioans apparently favor casino gambling and marijuana used for medical purposes. But
First class postage stamp will cost 44 cents starting Monday
YOUNGSTOWN — The cost of a single first class stamp will increase from 42 cents to 44 cents
Austintown schools pair with Wee Care for day care program
AUSTINTOWN — An answer may be coming for parents having trouble finding someone to care for their
Brookfield board chief pledges resolution to busing conflict
BROOKFIELD — Tim Filipovich, Brookfield school board president since January, says the school board
Fish fry at club
Fish fry at club LOWELLVILLE — Lowellville Rod and Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, will have a fish
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ASSOCIATIONS • Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will have its
Colella-Perrotta summer wedding to be in Lowellville
POLAND — Christine Colella and John Perrotta are announcing their engagement and plans for their
Rachael Madden, Charles Slivkoff plan garden rite
AUSTINTOWN — Rachael A. Madden and Charles A. Slivkoff, both of 71 W. Madison Ave. B, Niles, are
Spirit of prosperity coming, prayer day speaker predicts
Pastor Kathie Thomas asked people to embrace the idea of a revival with a positive outlook.
Clutch hits keep Poland atop AAC Red standings
Jenna Modic, Alexys Shields and Erin Gabriel were the main contributors to the Bulldogs win in
Howland’s Pachol kicks in for MVP finish
CORTLAND — As Howland senior Nicole Pachol rounded the turn in the 200 meter dash at the Trumbull
Leaders focus on marketing the Valley
Company reps suggested interviewing people from a variety of backgrounds to receive several
Hubbard pastor to receive award at Statue of Liberty
It is the highest nonmilitary award granted to citizens. HUBBARD — The Rev. Timothy H.
WR grad knows 8 is great
Some collegiate track and field performers would be happy just to win or place in one or two events
Cavs clobber Hawks
EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS | Game 2 James nets 27 in easy victory CLEVELAND (AP) — While the
Penalty calls perplex Capitals
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Washington Capitals are being overpowered by the Pittsburgh Penguins despite
Linda Karlen seeking early release
Roger Pratt was killed because he knew about the arson, investigators believed. MERCER, Pa. — A
Kristian thrilled to stay near ring
YOUNGSTOWN — In its 21st year, the K.O. Drugs high school boxing tournament has witnessed very
Canfield man pleads innocent to steroid charges
Canfield police conducted a 10-month investigation before filing the charges. CANFIELD — A city
High school sweethearts shot dead
This home on Poland's Stymie Road is where the bodies of the 56-year-olds were found by their daughter.
Sports notices
local Thompson wins gymnastics award AMES, Iowa — Jasmine Thompson, a senior member of the Iowa
Sports briefs
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‘Wally’s Cafe’ serves up nostalgia
NILES — “It doesn’t matter where you are, but who you’re with” is the message of “Wally’s Cafe,” a
Capitals perplexed
Capitals perplexed The Washington Capitals are being overpowered by the Pittsburgh Penguins and
Boy finds backpack containing $8,000 while picking up litter
ALTON, N.H. (AP) — A 10-year-old boy picking up litter in a small New Hampshire town found a
Consumer credit drops at fastest pace in 18 years
April sales results released Thursday beat many expectations. WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumer
Thanks to “Dance Dance Revolution,” “Guitar Hero” and “Rock
Thanks to “Dance Dance Revolution,” “Guitar Hero” and “Rock Band,” music games have become an
‘Fantasy Ride’ becoming reality
“I just wanted it to be perfection for my fans, so that’s a part of the reason why we pushed it
Daughter lies, causing family estrangement
Dear Annie: My married daughter has decided to estrange herself from her stepfather and me. We have
Travel hints make for smoother trips
Dear Heloise: Here are a couple of my favorite travel hints: • I always pack one or two tall
Nimoy is comfortable with mysterious role on ‘Fringe’
LOS ANGELES — Outside Leonard Nimoy’s Bel Air home, workers are busy constructing a new driveway,
Branagh returns in ‘Wallander’
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It’s taken a man in a midlife crisis to bring Kenneth Branagh a midlife
U.S., Afghan investigators look into civilian deaths
KABUL (AP) — Sobbing relatives showed U.S. and Afghan investigators the demolished buildings and
ON THE TRACKS This weekend’s events
NASCAR SPRINT CUP Southern 500 Darlington, S.C. Schedule: Today, qualifying, 5:10 p.m. (Speed);
annual observance | Local participation
The City Prayer Team of Youngstown sponsored morning, noon and night events for the National Day of
GOP must find the road to moderation
Opinion: Jeb Bush hopes to change the GOP’s tattered image from an immigrant-hating, privacy-meddling party
Quotable
Opinion: “My 17-year-old daughter is afraid. She knows she must go back but doesn’t want to.” Silvia Mendez
Today in history
Today is Friday, May 8, the 128th day of 2009. There are 237 days left in the year. On this date in
GM posts big first-quarter loss
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. lost $6 billion in the first quarter, and its revenue fell by
Judge gives Delphi more time to submit plan
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge ruled Thursday that auto supplier Delphi Corp. can have more time to
Fall Out Boy close to an opus
The band is spending the better part of 2009 on the road. In case you’re having a hard
Homeless get hate-crime protection in Md.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland granted a new safeguard to its most downtrodden residents Thursday,
Thursday’s other softball games
Struthers 5, Liberty 2 LIBERTY — Winning pitcher Ashley Baron had four hits and drove in a run as
Ideology at the root of justice battles
Opinion: On the day President George H.W. Bush picked David Souter for the Supreme Court, I called two
Ex-cop charged in death
Ex-cop charged in death LOCKPORT, Ill. — Authorities say former Illinois police sergeant Drew
Dance and fundraiser to help Girard graduate
Dance and fundraiser to help Girard graduate GIRARD — A dance and fundraising event in honor of
Man tells how United Way is helping him to recover from brain injury
John E. Donahoe, GM Lordstown Complex plant manager. is United Way’s 2009 financial campaign
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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“Dollhouse” (9:01 p.m., Fox): Just when we were starting to get a handle on
“Dollhouse” (9:01 p.m., Fox): Just when we were starting to get a handle on “Dollhouse,” Joss
Officials overreacted, cried wolf over spread of swine flu, some say
CHICAGO (AP) — Did government health officials “cry swine” when they sounded the alarm on what
Police seek person who fired gun in dispute
GIRARD — City police are looking for the person who fired several shots into the air after a dispute
Powerful Pioneers make way to Valley
The Thunder hopes to redeem itself by beating league leader Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. By JOHN
Hockey secures 150 dates at Covelli SFlbSFlb
New USHL team, city reach 5-year deal in principle By DAVID SKOLNICK YOUNGSTOWN — The city has
POLAND’S LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE Old-Fashioned Education
Children dressed in prairie dresses and gingham shirts and played games consistent with the time.
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Kevin and Wendy Coy, New Middletown, boy, April 24. David and
Ladd’s goal gives Chicago OT win
CHICAGO (AP) — Andrew Ladd tipped in teammate Dave Bolland’s long shot less than 3 minutes into
President must let the sunshine in
Opinion: So maybe Hillary Clinton was right. The celestial choirs aren’t singing, and everyone isn’t
Thursday’s baseball games
Canfield 11, Niles 2 CANFIELD — Jared Turocy blasted two home runs, a double and a single to
Jurors begin deliberations in capital murder trial
Closing arguments in the trial of Curtis Young preceded the deliberations. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Couples register as domestic partners
CLEVELAND (AP) — Gay or straight, dozens of couples recorded their commitment to each other at
There was an election Tuesday (Really)
Opinion: What if they held an election and no one voted? We essentially had that Tuesday. There was very
Supreme Court in no danger of major shift any time soon
Editorial: Supreme Court in no danger of major shift any time soon It will not take much for President Barack
Correction
USilent and Chinese auctions in support of Jordon Baer of Girard, who needs a new heart, will be
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Girard School Board, special meeting, 9 a.m., board offices, 704 E. Prospect St.
Police arrest suspect in fatal shooting at college
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (AP) — Authorities late Thursday arrested the suspect in the slaying of a Wesleyan
$130B proposed for defense
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama’s proposed defense budget includes $130 billion for the
Butler wallops Penguins, 8-1
PENDLETON, Ind. — Butler scored six runs in the bottom of the fifth inning Thursday to expand a 2-1
Firms borrow less from program
WASHINGTON (AP) — Banks and investment firms borrowed far less over the past week from the Federal
Revenue worse than expected
The drop in the state’s tax take is much less than had been predicted. COLUMBUS — Though still
Chris Brown’s lawyer wants LAPD records
Chris Brown’s lawyer wants LAPD records LOS ANGELES — Chris Brown’s attorney is seeking police
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Last race: The Buckeye Bullet started 26th in the Crown Royal 400 at Richmond last Saturday but
Gates: Delay of gear is concern
CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan (AP) — Thousands of U.S. troops are being rushed to Afghanistan
Fox is ‘Glee’-ful about new musical comedy
The first episode debuts May 19 following ‘American Idol.’ NEW YORK — Is Journey’s “Don’t Stop
1,200 remain laid off as Severstal issues notice
WARREN — Severstal Warren issued a federal plant closing notice Thursday and said about 1,200
Demjanjuk’s deportation plea denied by U.S. Supreme Court
CLEVELAND (AP) — Accused of being a Nazi death-camp guard, John Demjanjuk lost his bid Thursday to
Economist: Recovery will take years
YOUNGSTOWN — An economic recovery will begin this spring, but it’s going to take years to restore
Man treated for gunshot wound in arm
WARREN — A 23-year-old man was being treated at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital late
NHL SCHEDULE \ Penguins vs. Capitals
May 2: Washington 3, Pittsburgh 2. Monday: Washington 4, Pittsburgh 3. Wednesday: Pittsburgh 3,
Incubator receives grant for network
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Business Incubator has received a grant to form an online community to
10 stressed banks must raise $75B
The orders likely mean it will be harder for consumers to borrow over the next 18 months.
52M begin receiving recovery checks
WASHINGTON (AP) — About 52 million Social Security recipients started receiving $250 economic-
Many decry ending payments for jailing costs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Members of Congress quickly denounced an Obama administration plan to end federal
3 Valley residents arrested on drug charges
CANFIELD — Three Valley residents were arrested after officers found suspected heroin and syringes
Weak Treasury auction sends stock prices lower
NEW YORK (AP) — Weak demand at a Treasury bond auction touched off worries in the stock market
Student suspended over porn career
GROVE CITY, Pa. (AP) — A student who appeared in pornographic videos using a pseudonym is appealing
Crane shoots 65, has 1-shot lead at Sawgrass
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Ben Crane plays his best golf when he keeps it simple. His day
Torrential rains cause chaos in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Torrential rains and flooding likely killed one person Thursday in central
Killer gets 24 years to life in prison
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who was convicted by a jury last week of shooting and nearly decapitating another
Patrick hoping for good fortune at Indy
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — While dining recently at Stix Restaurant near Kansas Speedway, Danica Patrick
EU, 6 former Soviet republics agree to pursue partnership
PRAGUE (AP) — Despite deep Russian misgivings, the European Union and six former Soviet republics
Park service to take land
PITTSBURGH (AP) — One man inherited property that his grandfather bought during the Depression. A
Dodgers’ Ramirez suspended 50 games for drug violation
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Manny Ramirez joined a growing lineup of All-Stars linked to drugs Thursday, with
Mark Martin says he’ll drive full schedule in 2010
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Mark Martin doesn’t want to drive race cars forever. But as long as he can
Brazil faces worst floods in 20 years
SAO MIGUEL DE ROSARIO, Brazil (AP) — Brazilians braved lethal snakes and alligators to paddle
Cross-country bikers will set off Saturday
BOARDMAN — Scott Finamore, 23, of Poland and Sam Malaska, 19, of Youngstown will be leaving at 5
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
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Obama: Cut 121 programs
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama asked Congress on Thursday to eliminate or trim 121 federal
MAHONING COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
mAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David C. Bianco, 58, of 4321 Southern Blvd., Youngstown, and
Chief says search for 2nd gun was fruitless
The chief said storm drains were checked twice. LISBON — An ailing Wellsville Police Chief Joe
Woman pleads innocent to felony assault
WARREN — Demetria D. Anderson, 19, of Parkman Road pleaded innocent to two counts of felonious
A credit bill of rights
A credit bill of rights Seattle Times: Banks and the credit-card industry have no one to blame but
Pakistan to unleash troops against Taliban
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistan’s prime minister told the nation Thursday that the armed forces were
Wellemeyer, LaRue lead Cardinals past Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Considering the St. Louis Cardinals entered the season without a full-time closer,
Latin America turns back on Mexico
Opinion: BUENOS AIRES — Despite frequent Latin American summits pledging regional solidarity and ambitious
Record 12-run inning lifts Boston over Cleveland
BOSTON (AP) — The Red Sox rounded the bases at a rapid rate and broke an 84-year-old AL record.
Baseball Roundup Thursday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 8, Yankees 6 NEW YORK — Mariano Rivera gave up home runs to consecutive
Business briefs
REGION 24 communities to benefit from aggregation contracts AKRON — FirstEnergy Solutions, a
117 OHSAA football schools will be changing divisions
Cardinal Mooney High’s football team is moving up, while Liberty and Lakeview are going down — in
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