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Former New Castle clerk charged with taking city money
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A former city clerk has been charged with taking almost $31,000 from the city’s
Ursuline softball wins district title
LISBON — Rebecca Hartz scored the winning run in the ninth inning on a sacrifice bunt by Casey Lower
Lisbon man escapes from car after it ends up in a lake
LISBON — A Lisbon man’s car ended up on its roof in a lake after he lost control of his car this
Woman uses a knife to rob Campbell store owner
CAMPBELL — A woman brandishing a large knife robbed the owner of Christy’s Pastry Shoppe of $50,
Game 2 a must win for Cavs
INDEPENDENCE — No one sounded panicked. No one expressed any big concerns. But a day after being
Cleveland gets the best of Kansas City’s ace Greinke
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — In a battle of bullpens, fate favored the guys with all the blown saves.
Magic Malkin’s hat trick secures Pens a 2-0 series lead
Pittsburgh outscored Carolina 3-0 in the third period for a 7-4 win in Game 2 of the Eastern
Ursuline, Champion advance for a rematch
LISBON — For the third time in four seasons, the Champion and Ursuline High softball teams will meet
Nats & rookie pitcher take care of Bucs, 5-4
WASHINGTON (AP) — Craig Stammen left his major league debut to a standing ovation — and his team was
Fitch can’t hold lead in Div. I semifinal
The Falcons were eliminated by Eastlake North, 7-5, in a game at Cene Park. By RYAN JONES
Youngstown patrol officers reject buyout incentive
YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s police patrol officers union rejected an early-retirement buyout incentive
Dr. Jakubek is newest Youngstown State trustee
YOUNGSTOWN — A Canfield physician and Youngstown State University graduate has been appointed to the
I-680 resurfacing between South and 224 starts Tuesday
YOUNGSTOWN — If you drive Interstate 680 between South Avenue and U.S. Route 224, your daily commute
Lanier guilty of complicity to murder; also rape
YOUNGSTOWN — A jury has found Antwon Lanier guilty of complicity to the murder, aggravated robbery
Obama vows not to send people to war without cause
Obama vows not to send people to war without cause
Dayton cop indicted in illegal sales
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — A grand jury has returned a 22-count indictment accusing a Dayton police officer
Severstal: Not selling U.S. assets
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia’s largest steelmaker Severstal said Friday it had no immediate plans to sell
Police say Cleveland man killed by off-duty officer
CLEVELAND (AP) — Police in Cleveland say an off-duty officer shot and killed a suspect accused of
Ohio woman killed when golf cart flips
BRILLIANT, Ohio (AP) — Police here say a woman was killed when a golf cart she was riding around her
Joan Alexander, the original Lois Lane, dead at 94
Joan Alexander, a leading radio actress of the 1940s best known for playing Lois Lane, the ace
Motorcycle accident ends in fatality in Lawrence County
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — An early morning motorcycle accident in Shenango Township resulted in the death of
Ohio judge blocks Wells Fargo foreclosure sales
CLEVELAND (AP) — A judge has frozen sales of foreclosed homes in Cleveland owned by Wells Fargo
Youngstown man shot and killed; suspected crack nearby
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating the murder of a 31-year-old Crandall Avenue man shot in front
Triple murderer gets three consecutive life prison terms
YOUNGSTOWN— Triple murderer Curtis Young has been sentenced to three consecutive life prisons terms
Spring swing in prices fires up holiday drivers
As Michael Grace was filling up his tank, he shook his head over the rapid rise of gasoline prices.
‘Movement’ in Warren talks negates need for more fire furloughs
The city and its six unions plan a roundtable session to discuss finances. WARREN — The city
Courts network includes Girard
The system is meant to be more efficient. GIRARD — The Girard Municipal Court will be one of
Hagan looks to put brakes on 70-mph speed-limit plan
Hagan says not so fast on 70-mph interstate idea The Ohio State Highway Patrol opposes the plan,
Case of 44 cats living in squalor illustrates pet-hoarding problem
An Animal Charity officer said most of the 44 cats taken from an Austintown home were too sick to
County workers agree to 9 unpaid days
The floating-holiday accord will save Mahoning County about $96,000 this year. YOUNGSTOWN —
Woman of distinction
Patricia Brozik, left, president of Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, is presented the 2009 Athena Award by Dr. Sheryl Figliano of Centers for Hearing Care.
Pill box can be used for jewelry
Dear Heloise: When packing for a trip, I wondered, for the millionth time, how I could pack my
Anger indicates mental health issues
Dear Annie: My adult daughter’s behavior is causing a great deal of emotional pain in my family.
Blood supply runs low
CLEVELAND — The Northern Ohio Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross is urging all eligible
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Tiera Stewart and Keylin Taylor, Youngstown, girl, May 20.
Lanier jury deliberations to resume
YOUNGSTOWN — The jury deciding the fate of Antwon Lanier, who is charged in the slaying of Sierra Y.
Strict French measure to punish Internet piracy fires up debate
PARIS (AP) — A thousand French Internet users a day could be taken off-line after approval of
Foreign aid for refugees in Pakistan tops $200M
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — Donations to help refugees fleeing Pakistan’s latest offensive against
Recession ensures gas prices won’t hit 2008 peaks
The AAA estimates 32.4 million Americans will travel this weekend. HOUSTON (AP) — As tens of
Holiday | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday, Memorial
Poll: Many college students are stressed or depressed
WASHINGTON (AP) — Stress over grades. Financial worries. Trouble sleeping. Feeling hopeless. So
Boardman police probe report of counterfeiting
Boardman police probe report of counterfeiting BOARDMAN — Police are investigating a report that
Md. town pays respects to soldier killed at mental-health clinic
FEDERALSBURG, Md. (AP) — A 19-year-old Maryland soldier who was one of five killed in Iraq by an
Rounding up DNA links
Rounding up DNA links Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: How far would you go to catch a serial killer?
Lawmakers: more time for Chrysler dealers
Lawmakers: more time for Chrysler dealers WASHINGTON (AP) — Underperforming Chrysler dealers
SPECIAL ELECTION
SPECIAL ELECTION Aug. 4 These issues will appear in the Aug. 4 special election. The deadline to
Senate passes $91.3B measure
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Thursday passed a $91.3 billion military spending bill, shorn of
Talks to continue over weekend between Forum Health, unions
The communication lines remain open between Forum and its unions. YOUNGSTOWN — A bankruptcy
Cub Scouts win elm tree, title for Poland
POLAND — Cub Scout Pack 2 is the recipient of the Liberty Tree Memorial grant and will be awarded a
MAHONING COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Don L. Hanni III, 61, of 3295 Bears Den Road, Youngstown, and
Mother charged in death of toddler son
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A mother playing with her children at a park spotted a little black sneaker
Bill would exclude home address from vehicle information
COLUMBUS — Legislation prompted by the murder last year of a Dayton-area woman and the kidnapping of
Award enables child program to get funding
The agency isn’t sure it will get the full funding it is requesting for next year. YOUNGSTOWN
Father of ill son makes plea for his return
SLEEPY EYE, Minn. (AP) — The father of a 13-year-old cancer-stricken boy who went on the run with
Newman wins pole for Coca-Cola 600
Ryan Newman turned a lap at 188.475 mph Thursday night to grab the top starting spot for the Coca-
$50M to help in jobs recovery
DAYTON (AP) — The federal government will give car-manufacturing communities $50 million in grants
For U.S., Pakistan trumps Israel
Opinion: When President Obama met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the White House on Monday,
Do judges really want to give vicious dogs a free bite?
Editorial: Do judges really want to give vicious dogs a free bite? Cities, it seems, may be damned if they do
Twitter’s latest star is a cat
Perhaps the joke is on his followers. NEW YORK — He’s one of the most popular users on
Obama fights to command Gitmo debate
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama fought Thursday to retake command of the emotional debate
Patriots WR Moss tries hand as NASCAR owner
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Randy Moss is going from rule breaker to rule maker as a NASCAR owner in the
House Dems nix probe into Pelosi’s CIA claims
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats on Thursday defeated a Republican push to investigate House
Parks prepare for customers
SANDUSKY (AP) — Amusement park operators preparing for their annual Memorial Day weekend rush are
S&K Menswear closing all 105 stores
YOUNGSTOWN — S&K Menswear, which has stores in Eastwood Mall in Niles and Prime Outlets at Grove
Memorial Day | Local events
A listing of Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. All events are Monday unless
‘Dance Flick’ is crude and clueless comedy
We live in desperate times. But no one’s desperate enough to laugh at “Dance Flick.” Which is sort
Today in history
Today is Friday, May 22, the 142nd day of 2009. There are 223 days left in the year. On this date in
An instant classic
DISTRICT BASEBALL & SOFTBALL After 15 innings, Poland captures the district title By JOE SCALZO
Blagojevich’s wife will appear on show
Blagojevich’s wife will appear on show NEW YORK — Ousted Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich wasn’t
Family escapes fire that destroys condo
LEETONIA — Village Fire Chief Ken Garlough has asked the state fire marshal’s office to investigate
Bibi and Barack aren’t bosom buddies
Opinion: Things are not always as they appear in the Middle East. Appearances can also deceive whenever an
United’s Bates earns her shot
Division II track By ERIC HAMILTON SALEM — Fueled by the memory of watching four seniors sweep
Hoch, Purtzer shoot 66s to share Senior PGA lead
BEACHWOOD (AP) — Orlando resident and avid Magic fan Scott Hoch put his day in NBA terms. “After
3 American troops die in Iraq
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Bombers struck in Baghdad and a northern city Thursday, killing three American
CW banks on Kutcher, vampires
NEW YORK — The CW television network is keeping a laser focus on teenage girls and young women with
Harding can’t take advantage of chances in 8-3 loss to St. Edward
STRUTHERS — The Warren Harding Raiders had their chances, but were not able to tie or take the lead,
Salcedo in state tennis tournament for fourth straight time
OBERLIN — Boardman High senior Robert Salcedo qualified for the state tennis tournament in singles
“Don’t Forget the Lyrics” (8 p.m., Fox): It’s called “Don’t
“Don’t Forget the Lyrics” (8 p.m., Fox): It’s called “Don’t Forget the Lyrics,” but we actually
What’s wrong with the Thunder?
I think I’ve finally nailed it! — the answer to the question being asked on every street corner:
Stiller goes toe-to-toe with some funny folks
By ROGER MORE The warm moments rise from the real history sampled in “Night at the Museum:
Prep softball Thursday’s regular-season games
Western Reserve 14, Sebring 1 SEBRING — Winning pitcher Elizabeth Srock struck out nine and walked
Worries over debt ratings pound stocks
NEW YORK (AP) — Fear is creeping back into the stock market. This week’s sell-off accelerated
Springfield starts fast to knock off Columbiana, 5-3
STRUTHERS — There was an agreement in principle by both coaches that Columbiana’s two regular season
K.O. Drugs semifinals set for tonight
YOUNGSTOWN — The K.O. Drugs High school boxing tournament continues tonight with semifinal action
Business briefs
REGION F.N.B. Corp. declares dividend, elects directors HERMITAGE, Pa. — F.N.B. Corp. has
Report looks at drowning deaths of children
WASHINGTON (AP) — Before opening that backyard pool, parents should beware that more young children
Forecast calls for dry holiday weekend
YOUNGSTOWN — It looks like the temperature will be ideal for cookouts, watching parades and other
Virus hits computers at U.S. Marshals, FBI offices
Virus hits computers at U.S. Marshals, FBI offices WASHINGTON — Law enforcement computers were
Rahal, Servia back at Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Oriol Servia and Bobby Rahal came agonizingly close to missing the Indianapolis
Niles board backs plan for 2 schools
Plans call for construction of the high school and one elementary to be completed in 2012.
Fund to make Northeast Ohio economically competitive
The Wean Foundation became part of a similar partnership in March. WARREN — The Fund for Our
Mexican influx declines
Opinion: We need to examine why fewer Mexicans are coming to the United States. The number is down 25 percent
Officials: 4 in bomb plot were amateurs
NEWBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — The four men were ex-convicts who envisioned themselves as holy warriors,
Surplus food
Surplus food Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10
‘punch-out!!’
‘punch-out!!’ (Nintendo) for the Wii $49.99 Grade: B In the early 1980s, after Muhammad Ali
Sale of Saturn likely to end its American-made image
General Motor’s sale of Saturn could put an end to the brand’s American-made image. A few
Win would break skeins, aid Booth
The Thunder are 1-6 going into Saturday’s game against the Manchester Wolves. YOUNGSTOWN — Not
Grant to fund almost half the cost of youth shelter project
Family Service’s share of the project cost is $67,500. YOUNGSTOWN — The Family Service Agency
Grenga and Youngstown settle
Grenga bought the building for $95,800 in 2001 and stored older machines at the Rayen Avenue site.
Delphi, task force working toward deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Talks between Delphi Corp. and members of President Barack Obama’s automotive task
Sports notices
local Bartoletti’s 809 set mixed doubles high BOARDMAN — Annie Bartoletti rolled 809 during the
SOLEMN REMINDER: Marilyn DeSalle and her daughter Nicole honor their husband and father, Officer
SOLEMN REMINDER: Marilyn DeSalle and her daughter Nicole honor their husband and father, Officer
GM, UAW, government reach tentative deal
The pact includes plans to close 16 more factories, a source said. DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto
NOTABLE AND QUOTABLE
Opinion: “It was pretty scary. There’s still a stigma associated with mental health issues and so a lot of
David Betras: A man on a political mission
Opinion: Mahoning County Democratic Chairman David Betras is looking to make a big impact on local and state
Fallen, but not forgotten
Memorial honors officers killed in line of duty Police officers, family members and community
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ASSOCIATIONS • AAUW Gourmet Group will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. Thursday at Tippecanoe Country
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