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Magic oust Celtics, face Cavs
BOSTON (AP) — Dwight Howard and Hedo Turkoglu helped dethrone the defending champion Boston Celtics
‘Blessing of Animals’ proves alluring
BOARDMAN — For more than an hour this weekend, St. James’ Episcopal Church went to the dogs — along
Indians fall to Rays again
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Andy Sonnanstine delivered after a pregame mistake forced the pitcher to
Red Wings beat Blackhawks 5-2 in Game 1
DETROIT (AP) — Dan Cleary scored twice against the team that drafted him, leading the Detroit Red
5 vie for seats on Farrell council
FARRELL, Pa. — Five people are running for four seats on city council in Tuesday’s Democratic Party
Real Lakers show up, rout Rockets 89-70 in Game 7
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol and the Los Angeles Lakers emphatically silenced the
Canfield school’s band director makes his mentors proud
CANFIELD — Jim Volenik joined the band in junior high school to follow in his brothers’ footsteps.
Ten-run seventh leads Pirates past Rockies, 11-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nate McLouth had three of his four RBIs during a 10-run seventh inning, and the
Cathedral Foundation to celebrate Scottish Rite recognition
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Scottish Rite Cathedral has made history. The landmark structure has been
Playhouse building to host fundraiser in June
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse building will again see action — possibly even for a
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY • Ruth Shrine 64 will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Poland Masonic Temple.
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
AARP 4545 • Boardman South Chapter 4545 of AARP will meet at 11:30 a.m. June 4 at Holiday Inn
FEDERATED CLUBS | Meeting announced
WEDNESDAY • Youngstown Federation will meet at the Youngstown Country Club, 1402 Country Club
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY SBlt Columbiana will meet at 12:30 p.m. at the Women’s Club for a trip to Fellows
Videos of Trumbull life can win prize money
Videos of Trumbull life can win prize money WARREN — The Warren Area Board of Realtors is looking
Blaskos celebrate 50th anniversary by renewing vows
BOARDMAN — Bernie and Pat Blasko of Poland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary by renewing
Motskos’ 50th celebrated during pizza, wine party
POLAND — Family and friends honored Mr. and Mrs. Sam Motsko of Poland during a pizza and wine party
Family dinner honors Sabols for anniversary
STRUTHERS — St. Lawrence Church in Hillsville, Pa., was the setting on April 18, 1959, as James A.
Surprise party honors Burtons on anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Friends and relatives gathered at Alberini’s Restaurant in Warren at 6:30 p.m. April 24
Family honors Sturdevants on 60th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Sturdevant of Youngstown celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
Gala party May 28 to mark Butler’s 90th anniversary
Special to The Vindicator READY FOR GALA: Looking forward to a gala party they have helped arrange
Chief justice to lead review of courts plan
Mayor Williams’ objective to reconfigure lower-court system is met with criticism By DAVID
Alexandra the Great
Rachel Alexandra becomes first filly in 85 years to win Preakness The Washington Post BALTIMORE
‘Something special’: Steelers’ Ratliff has roots in the Valley
Some future NFL players develop over time and some announce themselves early, like when a 7-year-old
Belgian meets Valley siblings
The visit with his American family was a surprise for the 62-year-old Belgian ‘war baby.’
6-hour walking event benefits charities
Some of last year’s funds went toward helping Joseph Kaluza and his family, a team leader said.
Staal tactics: Brothers meet in playoffs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — When Eric Staal of the Carolina Hurricanes proudly took the Stanley Cup back home
400 spend day cleaning up city
The city also provides bags and gloves to anyone wanting to organize their own cleanup at any other
10 area football players in games
They will play in the North-South All-Star Classic and the PNC Big 33 Football Classic, both in
Spelling champ prepares for return to D.C.
The two-time spelling champ says he’s more prepared this time around. POLAND — John Umble has
Center stage to back court
Ex-Crestview coach Tanja Simione’s basketball career started with a tutu discarded. COLUMBIANA
Close-knit Cleveland Cavs not just the LeBron show
CLEVELAND — Absent from any box score and unseen on TV highlights, the moment passed without
Mud flies in Lawrence district attorney race
The district attorney rebutted his opponent’s accusations. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — In a contentious
Strive to understand other cultures, values, YSU grads told
These grads were among nearly 1,000 who were awarded degrees during Youngstown State University's spring commencement ceremonies Saturday inside a packed Beeghly Center.
Sports schedules, today and Monday
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (STO) “This Week in Baseball.” 10 a.m. (GC) Golf: Irish Open. 10 a.m. (SPD)
Words alone won’t change Mahoning County’s courts
Editorial: For more than a decade, the creation of a metropolitan court system below the Common Pleas Court
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
BOARDMAN — Home Instead Senior Care has honored local franchise owner Carol Hitchcock of Boardman
A matter of survival
Opinion: A matter of survival EDITOR: The recent letter from a Youngstown woman concerning the recent
First Lady speaks at graduation
MERCED, Calif. (AP) — First lady Michelle Obama praised graduates at California’s smallest, youngest
AREA GOLF CALENDAR
MAY TODAY — Boulevard Golf Association (4-man scramble) at Knoll Run. Call Oby O’Brien (330)-799-
Don’t wait till it’s too late
Opinion: Don’t wait till it’s too late EDITOR: I saw a comic strip called “Mutts” in a Florida paper that
Fredericka wins Div. II singles; Salcedo claims Div. I sectional
BOARDMAN — Warren JFK’s Michael Fredericka was singles champion and Poland’s Ben Brocker finished
Nearly 20 protesters were arrested on trespassing charges the day before the president’s
Nearly 20 protesters were arrested on trespassing charges the day before the president’s visit.
No Triple: Derby winner falls just short in Preakness
BALTIMORE (AP) — A few minutes after jockey Mike Smith dismounted Mine That Bird, trainer Chip
Woman killed in crash
Woman killed in crash BRISTOL — Emily R. Janowski, 88, of Orwell was killed in a two-car accident
Officials: Abducted boy, 3, is reunited with his mother
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say a 3-year-old boy abducted from his family home in San
Antiques & Collectibles||CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Advice: Get your mower in gear
Advice Get your mower in gear Maintaining your lawn mower can also help maintain the health of
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Maennerchor member elected to NAGSS office
YOUNGSTOWN — The North American German Singing Societies elected Wolfgang Wengler, president of
NBA SCHEDULE Cavaliers vs. Celtics/Magic
NBA SCHEDULE Cavaliers vs. Celtics/Magic Wednesday — Boston/Orlando at Cleveland, 8:30 p.m. Friday
Happy QB’s personal outlet? Writing country songs
Happy QB’s personal outlet? Writing country songs THOMPSON’S STATION, Tenn. (AP) — Kerry Collins
HOLIDAY
HOLIDAY (Lucky Ladies) — Debbie Nicholas 224-636, Marty Denmeade 218-596, Samantha Gigax 192-554,
Will Netanyahu endorse Palestinian state?
JERUSALEM (AP) — On the eve of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s crucial visit to Washington, his
GYBA to induct Bossone into Hall of Fame
YOUNGSTOWN — John David Bossone will be inducted into the Greater Youngstown Bowling Association
SATURDAY’s RESULTS
SATURDAY’s RESULTS SOFTBALL LINESCORES Ursuline 10, Magnificat 0 Magnificat000000—022
Anti-war Democrats find little has changed
WASHINGTON — The anti-war crowd had waited years for this moment, when it could finally use its
All-Star FootbalL At a glance
All-Star FootbalL At a glance OHSFCA NORTH-SOUTH ALL-STAR CLASSIC When: June 14, 4 p.m.
On the fairways Saturday’s pro golf events
PGA Tour SAN ANTONIO — Defending champion Zach Johnson matched the La Cantera course record with a
Group urges colleges to relax penalties against smoking pot
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Hey dude, can we talk? Marijuana advocates who say pot is safer than alcohol
Officials: Taliban flood into Karachi
KARACHI, Pakistan (AP) — Taliban fighters seeking money, rest and refuge from U.S. missile strikes
Nadal beats Djokovic to reach final
MADRID (AP) — Top-ranked Rafael Nadal saved three match points before beating Novak Djokovic 3-6,
Recast gay marriage as financial issue, GOP chief advises
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Republicans can reach a broader base by recasting gay marriage as an issue that
Congressman takes on bedbugs with legislation
WASHINGTON — The biggest bedbug outbreak since World War II has sent a collective shudder among
PA. PRIMARY
PA. PRIMARY Contested races to watch Here are the candidates running for office in selected
Celtics not over-confident for Game 7
WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) — The Boston Celtics are exactly where they want to be for Game 7 — home. Now
Doornbos fast in early Indy 500 qualifying
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Hitting the wall at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway — twice — could slow down
Fundraisers set up to help officer, 3 women hurt in fire
Accounts have been established for donations. WARREN — The Warren Fraternal Order of Police
NHL SCHEDULE
NHL SCHEDULE Penguins vs. Hurricanes Monday — Carolina at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. Thursday —
Milestones
LAWYERS Irwin earns law degree James M. Irwin, formerly of Boardman, graduated from University
Both Obama, Republican governor gain in China-envoy appointment
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a reach across the political divide for Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman as ambassador
Diplomats hail new U.S. readiness to negotiate ‘verifiable’ nuke treaty
GENEVA (AP) — A single word from Barack Obama has put new life into the stale disarmament talks in
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one
Marylin Conti of Boardman scored an ace on the 122-yard No. 8 hole on Mill Creek’s North course. She
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Timothy D. Smith Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
Seniors, retirees
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, has scheduled the following: Monday,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard City Council, 8 p.m., council chambers, 220 W. Liberty St. Caucus, 7 p.m.
Dann’s apology churns the stomach
Opinion: Yes, a year does make a difference. Last Tuesday, the disgraced former attorney general of Ohio,
Merge or risk losing state aid, New Jersey warns communities
Merge or risk losing state aid, New Jersey warns communities CHESTER, N.J. (AP) — It’s a response
Phelps is human: Piersol too tough in 100 backstroke
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Michael Phelps is not unbeatable. Not when he’s going against Aaron
Being a mediator helps in managing change
The Youngstown postmaster likes to settle disputes in her spare time. YOUNGSTOWN — Being a
Centers for urgent care gain ground
CHICAGO — When his 21‚Ñ2-year-old daughter tripped at day care and cut her chin recently, Lance
Bristol Palin gets diploma
Bristol Palin gets diploma WASILLA, Alaska — Gov. Sarah Palin’s oldest daughter is now a high
Choffin teacher helps turn dreams to realities
The mentor says she is energized by the students and loves to teach. YOUNGSTOWN — Stella
“Survivor: Tocantins” (8 p.m., CBS): Someone will win a million bucks during the finale
“Survivor: Tocantins” (8 p.m., CBS): Someone will win a million bucks during the finale of
Best-sellers \ Publishers Weekly
For the week ending May 9: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Dead and Gone” by Charlaine Harris (Ace) 2.
Designer tips for home lighting
Lighting Designer tips When it comes to recessed lighting, designer David Mitchell says less is
Government reins in costs of high-tech medical procedures
MINNEAPOLIS — The federal government’s decision last week to not reimburse for high-tech colonoscopy
Star Trek’s Captain Kirk: an American icon
The ‘Star Trek’ character has a dual nature. He’s Democrat and Republican, hawk and dove, impetuous
CLEVELAND INDIANS
CLEVELAND INDIANS Today — at Tampa Bay, 1:38 p.m. Tuesday — at Kansas City, 8:10 p.m.
Ingredients from China require close monitoring
Q. I once worked for a pharmaceutical company that ordered a raw ingredient, diphenhydramine, from
‘Townes’
‘Townes’ Steve Earle (New West) Grade: B+ Steve Earle’s feelings for his mentor, Townes Van
‘Ex-Mrs. Hedgefund’ is a hot summer read
“Ex-Mrs. Hedgefund” by Jill Kargman (Penguin Group USA, 304 pp. $25.95 hardcover) CHICAGO — Jill
PALIN TALKING
Governor has book deal, memoir on way NEW YORK (AP) — You knew it was coming: Sarah Palin is ready
Hospital deciding fate of Virgin Mary window
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts hospital is trying to figure out what to do with a window
Tough economy can hurt family
Don’t let your circumstances injure your relationships. Are you caught up in the economic
Ideal way to potty train
Two weeks ago, I addressed what has become the Number One Toilet Training Problem in America:
Inconsistent Lakers hoping for hot start
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Western Conference semifinals between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston
Horse show for charity
Horse show for charity CANFIELD —The Inter-county Horsemen’s Association will have the second
St. Michael Altar Guild installs its officers for 2009-10
CANFIELD — Linda Fuller was installed as president of St. Michael Altar Guild for 2009-2010 during a
Executive from MYCAP learned the importance of investing in yourself
The Youngstown woman assesses the community’s needs and develops programs to meet them.
In blink of an eye, stealing home becomes the rage
Michael Bourn watched Jacoby Ellsbury make the mad dash. He saw Jayson Werth take off, too. So when
Lower leads Ursuline past Magnificat, 10-0
BOARDMAN — Casey Lower pitched a two-hitter with eight strikeouts and registered her 20th win of the
Bombs kill at least 11 in northwest Pakistan
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Bombs destroyed an Internet cafe, wrecked a bus carrying disabled children
Friday’s Games
Friday’s Games American League Detroit 14, Oakland 1 N.Y. Yankees 5, Minnesota 4 Toronto 8,
Don’t let decorating be a daunting task
Don’t let decorating be a daunting task Elizabeth Mayhew thinks decorating doesn’t have to be
Glenn Miller Orchestra concert for historic hall
Glenn Miller Orchestra concert for historic hall NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Glenn Miller Orchestra will
Memorial Day brings several offerings
Memorial Day is May 25, an observance that honors the men and women who have fallen in battle while
mlb roundup \ Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 6, Twins 4 NEW YORK — Alex Rodriguez belted a game-ending, two-run homer
Sports notices
baseball Jefferson Area Little League — has tournaments for 10U, 12U, 14U, and 16U teams in late
Meet my new friend Hunter Crites, a very brave, special boy
Opinion: When you spend a few hours with Hunter Crites of Girard, you can imagine a world of opportunities
Area sports notices
area Mill Creek Park to close roads for race CANFIELDSEmDThree roads in Mill Creek Park will be
3 LaBrae football players receive scholarships
LEAVITTSBURG — Coach Bill Bohren of LaBrae High announced that three of his best players from the
Armed forces digest
VETERANS Morse to speak at meeting CANFIELD — Earl Morse, president of Honor Flight, is guest
Business briefs
REGION J. Arnold acquires Creatore investment firm BOARDMAN — Jon Arnold, a registered principal
Athena nominees
Athena nominees Some details about the work and community involvement of the Athena Award
Stage set for Obama’s speech at Notre Dame
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Graduation festivities got under way at the University of Notre Dame on
Golf leagues
MEN Slovak Catholic Sokol (Mill Creek South-Back): Low Gross: Joe Baytosh 38. Class A; Baytosh 34,
Congress: Take note of GM plan to import Chinese cars
Editorial: Congress: Take note of GM plan to import Chinese cars Let’s look at the announcement by General
Upton homer powers Rays past Indians, 4-2
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Joe Maddon is hopeful the Rays are back to playing championship-caliber
CROSSROADS OF AMERICA: Indianapolis
City revs up for racing, Tut exhibit The centerpiece of the city’s attractions is the
ONE CLASSY FAMILY
Graduating trio includes mother and her children Although they are excited about graduating, they
COLUMBIANA COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints American Express Centurion Bank v. Timothy Figley, money.
Astronauts fix broken camera on Hubble telescope
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Spacewalking astronauts gave the Hubble Space Telescope a more
‘Kung Fu Panda’ to get own Nickelodeon series
‘Kung Fu Panda’ to get own Nickelodeon series LOS ANGELES — Nickelodeon is adding a panda to its
Recession brings more sales of chocolate, Spam, wine
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s not all doom and gloom in the U.S. economy. Some products are bucking the
Mr. and Mrs. Rexford Worley observe their 40th anniversary at church
Mr. and Mrs. Rexford Worley are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary today. Rexford and
Goodbyes & hellos
The ’08-09 TV season effectively ends this week By MARC D. ALLAN This is the week we find out
Drummer’s son picks up the sticks for Springsteen
At age 18, Jay Weinberg is the youngest member of the E Street Band. Springsteen fans can
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE Kathy Carroll of Austintown recently joined Coldwell Banker First Place Real Estate as
Other parents have drinking parties for teenagers
Dear Annie: My daughter is in high school and splits her time between my house and my ex-wife’s. She
Antiques, collectibles
Next time you go to a house or garage sale, be sure to look for glass kitchen utensils and
Notre Dame can’t see Obama flaw
Opinion: President Barack Obama arrives at Notre Dame today already triumphant, the champion of the pro-
Today in history
Opinion: Today is Sunday, May 17, the 137th day of 2009. There are 228 days left in the year. On this date in
Tampa Bay’s day
Tampa Bay’s day B.J. Upton homered for the second consecutive day, Matt Garza pitched six
Preakness results
Preakness results Order of Finish 1. Rachel Alexandra 2. Mine That Bird 3. Musket Man 4.
Live simply, it’s cheaper
Opinion: Live simply, it’s cheaper EDITOR: Last week I read the story about the Delphi salary employee
Design double duty: mirrors
Fairest mirrors of them all can remake a room It’s believed that when a mirror reflects something