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South Avenue Shuffle set for Saturday

YOUNGSTOWN — It’s time to don your walking shoes and get ready for the South Avenue Shuffle charity


WWII connection brings Belgian man to Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN — William Gillet of Belgium, the World War II offspring of an American GI, is coming to


Ohio plans project to lessen congestion at I-680 and Route 224

BOARDMAN — If you’ve ever tried it, you know that heading to Boardman on U.S. Route 224 from

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Price increase for stamps annoys some Valley consumers

YOUNGSTOWN — A rise in the price of postage hasn’t been met by every consumer’s stamp of approval.


FEDERATED CLUBS | Meeting announced

WEDNESDAY • Fortnightly IV will install officers at a 6:30 p.m. dinner meeting. Sally Ocker is


MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet

MONDAY • L.B. Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in


SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced

AARP 4339 • Austintown Chapter 4339, AARP, will have a luncheon at 1 p.m. Tuesday at The Manor,


GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced

TUESDAY SBlt Ikebana will meet at 9 a.m. for two classes in Ichiyo School by Shirley Winkler.


DelVecchio 60th anniversary to be celebrated in July

LAKE MILTON — On Wednesday Mr. and Mrs. John DelVecchio of Lake Milton will be observing the 60th

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Horvaths reaffirm marriage vows for 50th anniversary

STRUTHERS — Mr. and Mrs. Frederick E. Horvath, 427 Geneva Ave., celebrated their 50th wedding

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Fraternity gala for Judge Jones to feature retired NASA director

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity has scheduled its third

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Senior Citizens | Nutrition

MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in


Senior Citizens | Sidelights

SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, has scheduled the following: Monday,


Fellows Friends are growing nuts for Spring Plant Sale at gardens

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay PROMOTING plants: Members of the Friends of Fellows Riverside

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Flower sale to benefit Children’s Aid Society

The Vindicator/William D. Lewis BUNCHES OF BLOSSOMS: A wide variety of flowers, herbs and

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Evangelita Ocasio earns Madre del Ano Award

YOUNGSTOWN — A celebration on May 9 honored Evangelita Ocasio, known as “Cuca,” who was chosen the

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The 88th Mother’s Day

MOTHER’S DAY (EDITOR’S NOTE: In the 1960s, Philomena Liguore operated Liguore’s Photo Studio in


Pavlik camp stays quiet

No one is saying anything about a supposed hand injury that has postponed his June 27th title bout.


Cavs on the brink

EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS | Game 3 LeBron torches Hawks for 47 ATLANTA (AP) — The Cleveland


Mother’s Day treat: ‘Idol’ celebrity comes calling

He didn’t win, but Aussie Michael Johns — who has Akron ties — captured the hearts of many fans.


ONWARD and UPWARD

Scouts reach new heights with merit-badge course By SEAN BARRON CANFIELD — For those whose

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Thunder not taking tailspin lightly; will regroup

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton quarterback Ryan Vena, out of Colgate, is a mental machine on the field. By

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Buckeye Brians ready to take on the NFL

Brian Hartline and Brian Robiskie signed autographs for fans at the Eastwood Mall in Niles.


YSU introduces class of scholars

Volunteerism is required for the scholarship. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University


Students to be named Young Scholars

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown City School District is one of nine urban public-school districts that


YSU’s Koehnlein goes 5-for-8 in doubleheader against Valpo

The Penguins won the first game 8-4, but lost the nightcap 6-5. NILES — On Senior Day, it was


Lawrence Co. panel comes to naught

Chaos, infighting derail analysis of government By JEANNE STARMACK NEW CASTLE, Pa. — This


Malkin’s goal in OT lifts Pens to 4-3 win

Pittsburgh can close out the series on Monday night in Game 6 at Mellon Arena. WASHINGTON (AP) —


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MARC DANN: One year later

In a Vindicator exclusive, the former Ohio attorney general acknowledges many mistakes, issues a letter of apology, and in a 45-minute videotaped interview, discusses his time in office, the scandals that led to his resignation, why he resigned and what he’s been doing the last year.

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Despite stroke, mom keeps vivid snapshots of her life

MOTHER’S DAY (EDITOR’S NOTE: In the 1960s, Philomena Liguore operated Liguore’s Photo Studio in


Sports digest

area Baseball Oldtimers YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Baseball Oldtimers Association will hold its


Area lawmakers

A list of addresses and phone numbers for state representatives and senators and Congress members:


Today in history

Today is Sunday, May 10, the 130th day of 2009. There are 235 days left in the year. This is


MONTANA LANDSCAPE

Conservation effort targets hotel guests The state draws about 10 million visitors a year.


TRUMBULL COUNTY COURT LISTINGS

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Marshall R. Flynn, 35, of 1172 Ward St., N.W., Warren, and


Challengers lining up to take on Derby winner in Preakness

Mine That Bird’s last-to-first muddy dash to victory in the Kentucky Derby provided one of the


Experts offer advice on planting a small-scale paradise

Experts offer advice on planting a small-scale paradise No matter which plants you choose, there


TODAY

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call


Seminar on home health hazards set for Tuesday in Mineral Ridge

MINERAL RIDGE — A Healthy Homes Conference, primarily for public health and housing professionals


Penguins split with Valpo

Penguins split with Valpo Senior John Koehnlein went 5-for-8 on the day, leading the YSU baseball


We put plenty of space to Dann today, and here’s why

Opinion: There’s a lot of Marc Dann in your newspaper today. It’s not without extraordinary effort or


La Leche League

Meeting announced LISBON — The Salem-Lisbon La Leche League will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the


Struthers water vote

Struthers water vote STRUTHERS — City council will have a meeting at 11 a.m. today at the


Nuggets pull out win in Game 3

DALLAS (AP) — No matter how many things the Denver Nuggets did wrong Saturday, they somehow always


Golf roundup Saturday’s other events

Michelob Ultra Open WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — Lindsey Wright shot a 7-under 64, and Cristie Kerr had a


Area sports results

softball NCAA Div. III national tournament First round Thomas More (Ky.) 13, Hiram 11 ECAC


Milestones

LAWYERS Appointed to board Atty. Jack N. Alpern, with law offices in Warren, Boardman and East


The lines

Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog National League CINCINNATIEven-6St. Louis NY


Mother’s Day victors

Mother’s Day victors kThe Vindicator received more than 100 entries in its Mother-Daughter Look-


It’s no surprise that Williams will remain mayor next year

Editorial: Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams has chalked up another first in his relatively brief political career:

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We learn from our mothers

Opinion: We learn from our mothers EDITOR: I have read nothing more inspiring than the May 2 column by


Two wars creating fears for VA care

WASHINGTON — From the economic crisis at home to a troop increase in Afghanistan, veterans’


Author tells of U.S. Special Forces in Afghanistan

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Shortly after the 2001 terrorist attacks ignited the first U.S. war of


By the numbers

By the numbers About 35,000 visitors from the U.S. traveled to Botswana in 2005, according to


BECOMING MARILYN

When BrookeLynn Cohol puts on “the wig,” a transformation occurs. She becomes Marilyn Monroe. It


Midwest residents assess damage of powerful storms

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Residents of the Midwest cleared away wreckage Saturday after a wave of powerful


Putiganos mark anniversary with family and friends

NILES — The 60th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Putigano, 701 Summit St., was observed

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U.S.: Taliban used civilians as human shields

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The U.S. coalition blamed Taliban militants Saturday for causing what


Rochester, Minn.: More than the Mayo Clinic

Rochester, Minn.: More than the Mayo Clinic ROCHESTER, Minn. — Thousands of out-of-towners visit


Will store closings end crime in Y’town?

Opinion: Let’s get something straight: The owners of the neighborhood markets in the city of Youngstown, many


‘Dress’ table with flower-decorated dishes

It’s spring, and the flowers are blooming. The fashion magazines say that overall-flower prints


expert advice

expert advice Window cleaning 101 Filthy windows detract from a home’s beauty. Simonton Windows


Soy wax candles are long lasting, subtle

Soy wax candles are long lasting, subtle A home that smells like cleaning chemicals stinks.


These Mother’s Day messages will touch hearts

Dear Annie: Please print this for my mother on Mother’s Day. I read it in Ann Landers’ column many


Fitch student wins national award for art

Estelene Provance wanted to try a different type of art, one that would allow her to get her hands


Conneaut seeks donors to replace boardwalk

Conneaut seeks donors to replace boardwalk CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. — The replacement of the 650-foot


NBC to air cancer journal of Farrah Fawcett

NBC to air cancer journal of Farrah Fawcett NEW YORK — NBC News next week will air a two-hour


Studies: Suicides linked to sunshine

Can too much sunlight make people more inclined to take their own lives? It seems counterintuitive


New book by dooce.com blogger chronicles ups, downs of motherhood

“It Sucked and Then I Cried: How I Had a Baby, a Breakdown, and a Much Needed Margarita” by Heather


‘White Lies for Dark Times’

‘White Lies for Dark Times’ Ben Harper and Relentless 7 (Virgin) Grade: A Since the release


Figurative works do well at Hoyt juried show

The Regional Juried Exhibition at the Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts runs through June 12. NEW


Goldblum brings offbeat persona to ‘Law & Order’

PASADENA, Calif. — Until now, episodes of “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” featured only one cast


LOCAL

LOCAL Youngstown man stabbed YOUNGSTOWN — Abraham M. Welcher, 57, of Glenwood Avenue was stabbed


Mother charged over phony ad on Craigslist

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. (AP) — A dispute between two 9-year-old girls in New York has led to criminal


Research suggests some ‘recover’ from autism

CHICAGO (AP) — Leo Lytel was diagnosed with autism as a toddler. But by age 9 he had overcome the


Milk of magnesia helped son’s acne, reader says

Q. My son has suffered from horrible acne for two years, even after seeing two dermatologists. We’ve


Ayelet Waldman: Happy ‘Bad Mother’ Day

“Bad Mother: A Chronicle of Maternal Crimes, Minor Calamities, and Occasional Moments of Grace” by


Good samaritans have tragic ending following accident

I retrieved the following article from the online version of Stars & Strikes’ May issue: “A


best-sellers \ Publishers Weekly

For the week ending May 2: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The 8th Confession” by James Patterson and


“The Amazing Race 14” (8 p.m., CBS): We’re down to the final three teams on

“The Amazing Race 14” (8 p.m., CBS): We’re down to the final three teams on “The Amazing Race 14.”


Marvel E. Flint awards to be bestowed at Avion

CANFIELD — The second annual Marvel E. Flint Scholar Awards Dinner will begin at 4 p.m. May 17 at


Sprained right knee sidelines Falcons’ first-round draft choice

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons can only hope that first-round pick Peria Jerry stays


Pirates routed by Mets 10-1; losing streak at seven

NEW YORK (AP) — As he walked into the postgame interview room, Sandy Alomar Sr. shouted out a


Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Timothy D. Smith Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is


NCP’s ‘Tenor’ features perfect ensemble cast

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The New Castle Playhouse’s Annex Theater was filled with laughter Friday as “Lend


Fire evacuees return home in S. California

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) — Thousands of evacuees began returning home Saturday as a blanket of


Woods is down 5 strokes to Cejka at TPC Sawgrass

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Alex Cejka could see chaos all around him at The Players


Chiefs’ ‘Mr. Irrelevant’ used to being teased

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — After being saddled all his life with a name that sounds like a vulgar


Castroneves wins 3rd pole for Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When uncertainly about his future had Helio Castroneves down in the dumps, he


Pakistan continues offensive in valley

MINGORA, Pakistan (AP) — Civilians cowered in hospital beds, and trapped residents struggled to feed


Egyptian opposition group questions Obama’s intentions

CAIRO (AP) — Egypt’s most powerful opposition group, the Muslim Brotherhood, on Saturday called


Troubled history shadows pope’s visit to Holy Land

In a wall of the tiny museum at Rome’s majestic central synagogue hangs a copy of the 1555 edict of


Daly, 78, was NBA, Olympic champ

DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons made plenty of enemies while winning titles and throwing blows


Costa Rican man dies of swine flu

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Costa Rica reported the death of a 53-year-old man with swine flu


‘Music Man’ will delight fan base

YOUNGSTOWN — Slicker than the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill and so sugary sweet it might cause tooth


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Hubbard Civil Service Commission, 1 p.m., council chambers, 220 W. Liberty St.


Jeremy Mayfield suspended after failing random drug test

DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Jeremy Mayfield was suspended indefinitely by NASCAR on Saturday for failing


Pacquiao dominates the headlines on Philippines

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Nothing seems capable of stopping Manny Pacquiao these days, not even the


Tribe shut out again; scoreless streak at 19

CLEVELAND (AP) — Edwin Jackson and two Detroit Tigers relievers extended Cleveland’s scoreless


Cost of a stamp goes up

Cost of a stamp goes up WASHINGTON — Peel it and weep: It’ll cost an extra 2 cents to mail a


THISTLEDOWN results

THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 1st—Armament (Munaylla)5.203.203.40 Falcon Lake (Oro)2.802.60


Bruins try to stay alive vs. Carolina with home game

BOSTON (AP) — Less than 12 hours after returning home in the dead of night, the Bruins were on the


Obama pokes fun at himself, GOP, D.C. elite

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama poked fun at himself and the Washington establishment


Friday’s Games

Friday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 4, Baltimore 0 Detroit 1, Cleveland 0 Boston 7,


Hey big spender, today’s the day

Editorial: Hey big spender, today’s the day The National Retail Federation is predicting that the recession


NAACP, NACA offer aid for loans

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown chapter of the NAACP is partnering with the Neighborhood Assistance


When it comes to ‘buying American,’ the lines are blurred

Opinion: When it comes to ‘buying American,’ the lines are blurred EDITOR: I am writing to you as a


Watch for new models

Opinion: Watch for new models EDITOR: It is sad to see the loss of jobs due to the demise of certain


Search for justice could rule the day in Ohio courts under new pact

Opinion: Something strange is happening in Ohio. The idea of gamesmanship in criminal trials is taking a back


Taking care of the CEO

Opinion: Taking care of the CEO EDITOR: Here’s a good question: Why is it OK for AT&T, a profitable


Antiques & Collectibles||CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,


Area sports schedules

YOUNGSTOWN STATE Monday — Baseball at West Virginia, 7:05 p.m. Tuesday — Baseball vs. Toledo at


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