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Friday, April 30 (172 stories)
New citizens sworn in
YOUNGSTOWN The following people became U.S. citizens Thursday in a ceremony before Judge Lou A.
Was this dog drowned after a break-in?
NEW MIDDLETOWN Village police and agents from Animal Charity are investigating the death of a dog
Fight against Va. battlefield Walmart lives on
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A judge has kept alive the battle to block a Walmart store near an endangered
Judge: Casey Anthony trial could last 4-7 weeks
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A judge says jurors eventually chosen to hear the case of Casey Anthony, the
Kan. House fails to override veto on abortion law
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Lawmakers in the Kansas House have failed to override the governor’s veto of a
Zorn captures Poland’s history
Historic Poland has been captured through photos and sketches ranging back to the founding of the township in Arcadia's new publication "Poland."
Judge rules against Liberty gambling club
WARREN — A Trumbull County common pleas court judge has refused to grant protection to allow Club
Tea time at Poland Library
More than 100 guests made time for tea at Poland library’s annual Spring Tea on Sunday. The event
Dem and longtime Strickland supporters asks GOP's Kasich to cough up income-tax info
Meshel challenges GOP Kasich to release income-tax info
Longtime Democrat asks Republican Kasich to reveal tax forms
Harry Meshel, a longtime friend of Gov. Ted Strickland, called on John Kasich, the Republican
910th out of Vienna stands ready to help with oil cleanup in Gulf
910th stands ready to help with oil spill cleanup in Gulf
Pa. AG: Stripper committed worker’s comp fraud
QUAKERTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania woman is facing insurance fraud charges after authorities say
Special needs student charged with gun possession
MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — A 16-year-old special needs student is facing weapons charges after a loaded
LOUIE TODAY: Harry Meshel, Joe Schiavoni and the fall of Saigon
Former state senator Harry Meshel and our newest senator, Joe Schiavoni, will have a press conference this morning in front of Louie's street-front studio at 20 Federal Place, downtown, then join Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, for some some pre-election talk.
Columbiana's Main Street Theatre for sale again
Don Arthurs and his wife, Dawn, are looking for someone who can run a top-notch theater.
350 jobs available for Trumbul youths
The Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services will have 350 summer jobs available for Trumbull County youths age 15 to 24 who meet income requirements.
Indoor garage sale
Indoor garage sale BOARDMAN Shepherd Self Storage, (south entrance) 7469 South Ave., will host
Memorial race to fund study on amyloidosis
YOUNGSTOWN A “Run Against Amyloidosis” 5K Race May 15 at Mill Creek Park is scheduled in memory of
HELOISE: Use old garden hose to tie trees
Dear Heloise: I faithfully read your column, and I like the nifty photo of you in the paper. Your
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Exposed affair hurts family
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Three years ago, our 7-year-old granddaughter saw
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 1 p.m.
Gallagher powers Mooney to victory
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com STRUTHERS Al Franceschelli says this year’s Mooney High
How Covelli landed the Rocket Man
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN To quote Elton John: “sorry seems to be the
Racing is on at Sharon, Mercer
Special to The Vindicator HARTFORD Sharon Speedway will host the first night of 6 PAK racing at
Officials tout new lab at YSU and state Issue 1
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The new Center for Advanced Materials Analysis at
Mind over math
Mathemagician shows Springfield students memory tricks By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com NEW
S. Range, Rockets win on the track
Staff report lowellville South Range was the winner of the boys portion of the Lowellville
Boardman comes in sixth and Fitch eighth at Federal League tennis tourney
CANTON Boardman finished in sixth place and Austintown Fitch was eighth at the Federal League boys
2 unions at WRTA get three pay raises
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Members of two unions at the Western Reserve
680-224 project to raise bridge
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN A roughly $4.4 million project to improve the
Reserve beats Windham 8-1
Staff report berlin center Nick Timko had a double and two RBIs to lead Western Reserve over
Officials make final push for sales tax
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Several speakers made impassioned pleas for
Struthers wins 10th in a row, clinches tie for title
Staff report SALEM SALEM — Senior Ashley Baron had eight strikeouts during a five-hitter for
Cop-turned-author reveals inside scoop on police work
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN With her husband, father and three uncles all current or
Owners of Liberty poker club to seek order to remain open
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com liberty Owners of a private poker club that opened two
Downtown Youngstown's ready to rock
Saturday promises to be one of the busiest Youngstown's seen in years, thanks to the sold-out Elton John concert at the Covelli Centre. Several downtown restaurants are already booked to capacity; one was 90-percent booked even before the concert tickets went on sale.
Boardman family will host Irish teen
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Teenagers across the Valley will be linked up with teens
Boardman Police Blotter
April 10 Breaking and entering/vandalism: Someone entered a building in the 5600 block of Market
School board pushes bond issue approval
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com May 4 is close at hand and residents of Austintown must make
Glen residents brief trustees on crime increase
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com A couple walking their dogs is approached by four
‘Man to See’ suddenly unavailable
Opinion: WASHINGTON It isn’t easy being a caucus of one. Sometimes you don’t even agree with yourself.
Top entertainment picks:
Top entertainment picks: vYSU Dance Ensemble Recital, 7:30 p.m. Annual performance by Youngstown
Back on track
American sprinter Justin Gatlin is anxious to compete again after four-year ban for doping.
Man indicted on charges of holding his wife hostage
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury indicted a man accused of holding his wife
Sting at Strickland home was stopped
Associated Press COLUMBUS High-ranking public safety officials stopped a valid contraband sting
Prosecutors revisit grand jury in probe of Oakhill purchase
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Special prosecutors probing potential
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Harry D. Bowers, 22, of 6817 Lockwood Blvd., Apt 157,
Mosley is ready for Mayweather
Associated Press Sugar Shane Mosley sustained all of his worst beatings in recent years outside
Johnson, Gordon make up
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Jimmie Johnson walked onto a stage where some of his biggest fans
Partisanship recedes slightly on financial overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Days of high-decibel partisanship yielded to slightly more-subdued
Homebuyers rush to take advantage of tax credits
Associated Press Real-estate agents are working seven days a week, builders are staying open late,
LeBron likely to play in first game
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE LeBron James shot left-handed layups and short jumpers at practice
Man stabs 28 children at Chinese kindergarten
Associated Press TAIXING, China The screams of the 4-year-olds inside the kindergarten could be
Salem land addition hinges on judge
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County Common Pleas Court Judge David
Mother, son plead innocent to breaking and entering
Staff report NEWTON FALLS A 22-year-old Canfield man and his 41-year-old mother pleaded innocent
MLB gets high marks for diversity
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Major League Baseball equaled its best grades for racial and
Phantoms’ Mahalak is top scholar
Special to the Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms goaltender Matt Mahalak was named co-
Poland and Boardman police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Woods shoots 74 in 1st round at Quail Hollow
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Tiger Woods delivered a few memorable shots of his own Thursday
Crist and the GOP in Florida
Opinion: Crist and the GOP in Florida Miami Herald: If Gov. Charlie Crist bolts from the Republican Party,
Report: Man arrested in NC was critical of Obama on Facebook
Associated Press COSHOCTON, Ohio A newspaper reports that a man arrested at a North Carolina
Angry protesters march on Wall Street
Associated Press NEW YORK Thousands of workers and union leaders marched on Wall Street on
Years ago
Today is Friday, April 30, the 120th day of 2010. There are 245 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Lawsuits target new Arizona law
Opposition and support are spreading Associated Press PHOENIX Anger mounted Thursday over an
Spurs finish off No. 2 seed Dallas in six games
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO The Spurs are moving on, and Dallas is done early again. Manu
Illness forces cancellation
NEW CASTLE, PA. The opening weekend of “Brigadoon” at New Castle Playhouse has been canceled, due
Some pre-election observations
Opinion: Some pre-election observations Although I am still loath to support the party that is intent on
Exhibition, talk highlight day
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Sunday will be a busy day at the Butler Institute of American Art, as
Federal prosecutors won’t be rushed
Opinion: Steven Dettelbach, U.S. attorney for Ohio’s Northern District, said he understands the frustration
Tyreke Evans of Kings is NBA rookie of year
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, CALIF. Tyreke Evans has won hundreds of trophies in his young
NCAA OKs 68 for tourney
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The road to the Final Four will have a new look next season. On
AEP earnings drop 4%
Staff report columbus American Electric Power earnings dropped 4 percent in the first quarter of
Newton Falls mayor escapes indictment
Staff report WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury has refused to indict the embattled mayor of
Nation & World Digest
76% of Ohioans answered census columbus A state official says Ohio had one of the nation’s best
2 men arrested in armed robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police arrested two men who they
THURSDAY’S RESULTS
THURSDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES MASSILLON JACKSON 6, BOARDMAN 4 Boardman0000040—451
Devil May Care is top filly at Derby
Associated Press louisville, Ky. The girls already grabbed horse racing’s biggest headlines. Now
2 men acquitted in cocaine case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A jury acquitted two Warren men of a first- degree felony charge of
Court sides with Tea Party on petition
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court ordered Secretary of State
Rested Crosby ready for remainder of playoffs
Associated Press Pittsburgh In three months’ time, Sidney Crosby has won an Olympic gold medal
Lowellville ceremony
Lowellville ceremony LOWELLVILLE A plaque honoring Lowellville native Army Specialist 5 John
Theater owners look for buyer
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com COLUMBIANA Don Arthurs and his wife, Dawn, are looking
UCFC execs reassure stockholders
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com boardman United Community Financial Corp. shareholders remain
Earnhardt Jr. to drive No. 3 at Daytona
Associated Press MOORESVILLE, N.C. Dale Earnhardt Jr. will drive a replica of his father’s No. 3
Reports of unauthorized use of building leads to an arrest
Staff report boardman Police and township officials responding to complaints of people staying
Man gets 2 years in jail for pointing gun at cop
Staff report WARREN Cory L. Anderson Jr., 36, of 2270 McCartney Road, Youngstown, was sentenced
Trumbull JFS will take summer-job applications
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services will have 350
IRL is missing Americans
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Kan. The glory days of American open-wheel racing were the
Poll shows Dems leading GOP in Ohio
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS Democrats are maintaining small leads over their
Fire damages building in Youngstown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A vacant cement-block building at 1422 Midlothian Blvd. was damaged
Sixth-grade hoops team wins tourney titles
The Austintown Fitch sixth-grade basketball team capped a successful season by winning tournament
Man gets 5 years’ probation for nine felonies
Staff report WARREN LaShawn Ziegler, former operator of two controversial city taverns, has been
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.41 —.05 Avalon
Oil spill endangers Gulf Coast and long-range energy policy
Editorial: It has been quite some time since news coverage was dominated by scenes of millions of gallons of
How Covelli landed the Rocket Man
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN How did little old Covelli Centre, with its
Muslims won’t embrace US
Opinion: Unemployment in America is hovering at just below 10 percent, so President Obama hosted a “Summit on
Oil spill in gulf risks becoming Obama’s Katrina
Associated Press News Analysis WASHINGTON Suddenly, everything changed. For days, as an oil
Gays, lesbians get boost
Opinion: By Kathi Wolfe McClatchy-Tribune President Obama deserves praise for standing up for gay and
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Thursday. All yields given in percent.
Business Digest
Delphi pensions washington U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, met
Elton John: Ryan White inspired me
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Elton John says he’s been sober for 20 years, since shortly after
Gulf oil spill could eclipse Valdez
Associated Press VENICE, La. An oil spill that threatened to eclipse even the Exxon Valdez
Canfield High artist draws national attention
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior Alex Jesko has received a Gold
Trash meets fashion on the runway
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth day was celebrated in a special way by student models
Austintown Police Blotter
April 19 Theft: A satellite radio receiver was stolen from an auto with an unlocked door at a home
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
Ursuline Center in Canfield opens new labyrinth
The Ursuline Center in Canfield is hosting a free open house for area residents to discover its new
Seventh-grader knows his way around the globe
Map locations, historical landmarks, physical and economical geography facts whizzed through the head of seventh-grader Michael Palegano as he competed for nationals.
Kohl’s visits North on Earth Day
With the help of Kohl’s A-Team members, North Elementary students spent time on Earth Day planting
Seniors rule Boardman Park
Who says senior citizens can’t have fun? A total of 77 seniors flocked to Boardman Park’s Lariccia
Ursuline is going into the woods
Ursuline High School will present “Into The Woods” May 14 and May 15 at 7:30 p.m. and May 16 at 2
Canfield family will host Irish teen
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Teenagers across the Valley will be linked up with teens
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
PMS student council visits courthouse
Poland Middle School student council members got a taste of politics when they accepted an
Holy Family students celebrate ‘Pi Day’
Happy birthday, Albert Einstein. Jean Wargo’s sixth, seventh and eighth-grade math students at
Healthy Kids Day was no work and all play
Several local businesses joined in on the Davis Family YMCA’s sixth annual Healthy Kids Day event
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
Seniors rule Boardman Park
Who says senior citizens can’t have fun? A total of 77 seniors flocked to Boardman Park’s Lariccia
St. Luke students sink teeth into dental lesson
St. Luke School’s preschool through fourth-grade students received hands-on instruction on dental
Poland junior going to Boys State
Poland Seminary High School junior Brendan Higgins will attend the 2010 session of American Legion
Trash meets fashion on the runway
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth day was celebrated in a special way by student models
Trustees lock in fixed gas rate for one year
Natural gas broker Mark Burns presented his recommendations for the Natural Gas Aggregation Program
Check out the blue bells in Poland Woods
Poland’s annual Blue Bell Festival will begin today at 1:30 p.m. at the College Street entrance to
Boardman Library hosts Gen. Custer program
The spirit of the infamous Gen. George Custer was made an appearance at the Boardman library April
All fun and games at McKinley
Families went head-to-head as they battled each other at McKinley Elementary’s Family Game Night
Market Street hosts father-daughter dance
The red carpet and velvet ropes were in place April 23 as fathers escorted their daughters to Market
Boardman community briefs
Bond with babies, books at the library Join the Boardman branch of the Public Library of
Poland sports briefs
Resident excels at Grove City College tennis Poland Seminary graduate Anthony Rosselli captured
Canfield Rotary serves pancakes, community
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Rotary held its annual pancake breakfast April
Poland community briefs
Poland Forest hosts wildflower walk The Friends of Poland Forest will lead a Wildflower Walk
Get ahead of the weight loss curve
Women in Boardman can learn the secret that has helped millions of women lose millions of pounds and
Austintown briefs
Lion’s Club hosts 15th annual run today The Austintown Lions Club is hosting its 15th annual “5-K
Boardman girls track second in Federal
The Boardman track team took 15 girls to the Poland Invitational Saturday and the team placed 10th
Sports briefs
Tennis team nets a win The Canfield varsity tennis team beat Poland 4-1 Tuesday night. In singles
Boardman churches feed the community
St. James’ Episcopal and Lockwood United Methodist churches in Boardman are working together to
No work and all play at YMCA
Several local businesses joined in on the Davis Family YMCA’s sixth annual Healthy Kids Day event
School board addresses intercom upgrade
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com The board of education authorized the district
Canfield briefs
One-woman show about Jackie O Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W. Main Street, is hosting a
Watson students learn from blind alumni
Watson Elementary School welcomed back alumni Tracie Reiser for a return visit to the school with
No work and all play at YMCA
Several local businesses joined in on the Davis Family YMCA’s sixth annual Healthy Kids Day event
Trash meets fashion on the runway
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth day was celebrated in a special way by student models
Nurses follow the yellow brick road to research
Staff nurses followed the yellow brick road to their Nursing Research Idea Fair April 15. The fair
Canfield Police Blotter
CANFIELD April 16 Drug abuse, paraphernalia: Police issued a summons to a 17-year-old Canfield
Middle school actors all shook up
Canfield Village Middle School players will present “All Shook Up” May 6 and 8 at 7 p.m. in the
Falcon Forward donates to locker room project
The Falcon Forward Committee of Austintown has made a $1,500 donation to the Fitch High School
Preschoolers have play day with Dad
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com For some students, Saturday school is a punishment, but last
Thursday, April 29 (136 stories)
Tea Party effort against health care will be 1 amendment needing 400K signatures
The Ohio Supreme Court ordered Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner and the Ohio Ballot Board to “immediately certify” a Tea Party group’s ballot petition language as one amendment, allowing the Ohio Liberty Council to move forward with its efforts to counter the new federal health-care mandate.
Boardman squatters removed
Police and township officials responding to complaints of people staying at a Cook Avenue apartment building without authorization arrested one man and removed two others.
Youngstown man gets 2 years for assaulting Liberty cop
Cory L. Anderson Jr., 36, of 2270 McCartney Road, Youngstown, was sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to four felony charges for pointing a gun at and assaulting a Liberty police officer.
Ashland officer authors book about cops who kill
With her husband, father and three uncles all current or former police officers in the Mansfield area, Stacy Dittrich has police work in her blood.
Jury acquits two Trumbull County men on drug-possession charge
Jury acquits two Trumbull men on drug charge
Speakers implore voters to renew Mahoning sales tax
Speakers implore voters to renew Mahoning sales tax
Officials: 1 miner dead, 1 missing in Ky. accident
Officials: 1 miner dead, 1 missing in Ky. accident
Steve Jobs attacks Adobe Flash as unfit for iPhone
Steve Jobs attacks Adobe Flash as unfit for iPhone
LeBron James has elbow strain, bone bruise, expects to play Saturday
LeBron James has elbow strain, bone bruise
Vitamin E shows promise for treating liver disease
Vitamin E shows promise for treating liver disease
Trumbull grand jury indicts Brookfield man on juvenile rape counts
Trumbull grand jury indicts Brookfield man
Pa. 5th-grader’s ‘death list’ left in library book
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — School administrators say a Pennsylvania fifth-grader made a “death list” with a
Man kills coyote in Pittsburgh neighborhood
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Game commission officials say a Pittsburgh man didn’t violate any regulations when
TMI generator moving to NC after 3 decades
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (AP) — A massive turbine generator from the Three Mile Island unit that partially
Salem to consider B&Bs
A proposed ordinance to allow bed and breakfasts in parts of the city finally will go to city council next week, said Steve Andres, the city’s service director.
LOUIE TODAY: Carol Rimedio-Righetti, Editor Todd
YOUNGSTOWN — Louie Free, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will talk with Youngstown Councilwoman Carol Rimedio-Righetti about the state of Mahoning County, including the recent controversy over county Coroner David Kennedy's refusal to respond to the triple fatal in Campbell because it happened on a weekend.
East Palestine Day of Giving set
The East Palestine community will have its 8th Annual “Day of Giving” on May 8.
Man, 64, accused of repeatedly kicking dog in head
A man is accused of kicking a dog repeatedly in the head because his grandson was afraid of it, a police report says.
Miss Pranjeta to be June bride of Mr. Seiber
Announcing the engagement of Suzana Pranjeta to Joshua Seiber are their parents, Marko and Marica
June wedding for Brandi Ellis, Joseph Repich IV
AUSTINTOWN Plans for the upcoming marriage of Brandi Ellis and Joseph P. Repich IV, both of
Gaines-Gorby plans revealed by parents
Announcing the engagement of Erica Gaines and Michael Gorby, both of 9003 Parlor Drive, Ladson,
Mexican Society plans public dance
Mexican Society plans public dance Youngstown The Mexican Society of Youngstown will sponsor a
HELOISE: Gentle detergent cleans eyeglasses
Dear Heloise: I read your column every day. My problem: Eyeglass cleaner is too expensive! Do you
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Punctual ‘Erma’ has no empathy
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wife’s 84-year-old mother lives with us. My
YWCA to host annual leadership conference
Girard Registration and a continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m. May 14 at Mahoning Country Club, 710
Wolves Club Den VI to award scholarships to seven seniors
YOUNGSTOWN The Wolves Club, Den VI, has selected seven local high school seniors to be recipients
Ardent foresees Forum growth
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ardent Health Services says it wants to do
Gone with the wind
A record six home runs help the Penguins earn a split with Niagara By JON MOFFETT
Young pitcher leads Harding to win
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com HOWLAND A sophomore pitcher making his first varsity start held
Axion Power looks for federal funds to expand facility
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com new castle, pa. Axion Power Battery Manufacturing has proposed
Coroner critics: Inaction harms families
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Academic experts say the Mahoning County
Marzec homers in loss
Staff report AKRON Akron rallied from 5-0 and 7-4 deficits to defeat the Youngstown State
S. Range blanks E. Palestine
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com EAST PALESTINE The luxury of two dominant pitchers has the
Children of civil-rights pioneer share credo at YSU fest
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth raised his four children
Titles are on the line at KO Drugs fights
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 22nd K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament
Struthers fights move of BMV license center to Poland
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers City council and administrators want to do
Retiring teacher leaves legacy in ‘Escapades’
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Mineral Ridge High School art teacher Pam Plesea
Police: Patient tried to inject drugs
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a 33-year-old city man on
KSU Salem’s gym to be classrooms
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM The home-vs.-visitor sign is still on the wall at
Elton John: long, long time coming
Sir Elton John performs on ' Idol Gives back' April 21 on Fox network.
Fire probe continues
Fire probe continues YOUNGSTOWN Firefighters continue their investigation of a fire at a vacant
Look, it’s an illegal, right?
Opinion: If Arizona’s Republican legislators weren’t so dumb, they’d be dangerous. Or maybe they’re dangerous
LeBron is puzzled by injury
Associated Press CLEVELAND LeBron James’ ambidexterity makes him special, perhaps the most
if you go to H-beam
if you go What: H-Beam When: 10 p.m. Friday Where: The Lemon Grove, 122 W. Federal St.,
A lot of reading helps with writing, author says
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jennifer Armstrong, author of more than 100 books,
Lookin at Lucky Derby favorite
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. So much for being Kentucky Derby favorites: One is stuck on the
Arizona can live with its ‘law’
Opinion: WASHINGTON “Misguided and irresponsible” is how Arizona’s new law pertaining to illegal
All bets off on horse racing
Opinion: By Kathy Guillermo People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Two years after Eight Belles’
Financial crisis points up cultural divisions
Associated Press ATHENS It’s known as the cradle of Western civilization, but these days, cash-
Will tonic water cause hearing loss?
Q. I drink tonic water all the time. (Really it is half tonic water and half regular water to help
Easy Street and its chief are on road to recovery
Todd Hancock got his first warning while onstage. He felt a strange sensation in his right hand
The shape of workers
For many, their job is their workout By Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian McClatchy Newspapers ST.
Return of the Love Panda: H-Beam brings the weird
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com H-Beam visionary Matt Walberg can’t wait to bring his
SERVICES/calling hours for teens
SERVICES Calling hours for Ian Stores, 17, are 5 to 7 p.m. today at Lane Funeral Home, Austintown
Pittsburgh area on worst-pollution list
Pittsburgh area on worst-pollution list LOS ANGELES Six in 10 Americans — about 175 million
Pets listen better than spouses?
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Husbands, if you end up in the doghouse, consider it a promotion.
WTG
Thursday Music MCHS Chamber Players spring concert and annual dinner meeting, Helen Black Miller
Pens return to the ice, await next opponent
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma recognizes how a team performs
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Michael R. and Marcia (Pereira) Thomas of New York City are announcing the birth of their first
Are there too many bowls?
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. A bowl game is supposed to be a reward for a good season. Now,
Council to weigh plan for bed and breakfasts
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM A proposed ordinance to allow bed and breakfasts
British PM apologizes after complaint caught on mic
Associated Press LONDON Britain’s Prime Minister blundered into the first major gaffe in his
Pro-am gallery is kind to Tiger
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Tiger Woods entered the room with little fanfare, and without
NCAA president wants to listen
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS New NCAA president Mark Emmert wants to resolve the thorniest
Soldier arrested in beating of homeless man
Associated Press CINCINNATI Authorities in North Carolina on Wednesday arrested a soldier who is
Owner: Man, 64, kicked dog in its head
Staff report campbell A man is accused of kicking a dog repeatedly in the head because his
Strickland releases his tax returns
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland released four years of income-tax
GOP to lift block on bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans set the stage Wednesday to lift their blockade against
newsmakers
newsmakers Bullock files for divorce and adopts a baby AUSTIN, Texas Sandra Bullock has filed
‘Day of Giving’ planned May 8 for East Palestine community
Staff report EAST PALESTINE The East Palestine community will have its 8th Annual “Day of
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Producers,SDRq directed by J.E. Ballantyne. Chagrin Valley Little Theater,
Gold Seal awarded
Gold Seal awarded YOUNGSTOWN Northside Health Center’s Center for Orthopedic Excellence received
New This Week
New This Week Furry Vengeance (PG) s Forest critters fight back when a developer moves in on
Reilly has story behind his songs
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Veteran indie rocker Ike Reilly is the type of singer-
Mahoning Commons Fest will unveil Calvin Center
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Commons, the small but artsy
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Danielle Johnson and Robert A. Ware, Youngstown,
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $200,000 Associated Press
The fine the U.S. Transportation Department levied against Southwest Airlines for violating rules on
Spain downgraded as debt crisis widens
Associated Press BERLIN Europe’s debt crisis spread its contagion to another country Wednesday
Aces Wild Wings, 277 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; (330) 758-8404
Aces Wild Wings, 277 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; (330) 758-8404 Sat: Braille, with Sugar
“Fringe” (9 p.m ., Fox): Every show, it seems, wants to do a musical episode. Now,
“Fringe” (9 p.m ., Fox): Every show, it seems, wants to do a musical episode. Now, “Fringe” takes a
State oversight commissions deserve to be taken seriously
Editorial: Campbell Mayor George Krinos and Youngstown City Schools Superintendent Wendy Webb lack the sense of
Cortland Bancorp posts $894,000 in net income for 1st quarter
Staff report cortland Cortland Bancorp posted improved earnings in the first quarter, despite
Levy preserves what Liberty has
Opinion: Levy preserves what Liberty has It is up to each voter in Liber- ty to vote yes to renew the
Lear plant to close in June
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com lordstown Forty workers will lose their jobs when Lear Corp.
Surplus food
Surplus food American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10
Golf loses a graceful star
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Lorena full of grace. At a time when most headlines out of Mexico have been about
Art Outreach Gallery at mall to display student artwork
Staff report NILES The Art Outreach Gallery will open a preschool through 12th grade student-
IF YOU GO to Mahoning commissioners meeting
IF YOU GO What: Mahoning County commissioners’ meeting. Where: Mahoning County Courthouse
Judge wants proof that militia did more than talk
Associated Press DETROIT A federal judge challenged prosecutors Wednesday to show that nine
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.46 .14 Avalon
Business Digest
BBB warns about Utah company youngstown The Better Business Bureau has warned residents about a
Valley jobless rate bucks national trends
Staff/wire report The Youngstown-Warren- Boardman metropolitan area bucked national trends last
LA wins on bunt in 9th
By PAUL HOYNES The Plain Dealer ANAHEIM, CALIF. Jake Westbrook, once again, didn’t have a good
Poland students go old-school for an uplifting day
A blast from the past By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland Second-graders CODY STACEY
Obama: Immigration reform may have to wait
Associated Press ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE President Barack Obama said Wednesday that there “may not
Can GOP build a coalition?
Opinion: Republicans could pick up congressional seats this November but still face a dilemma that I’d hate
Police probing allegations of two separate stabbings
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating allegations that two men were stabbed by their
Hubbard, Liberty and Girard police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Bucs solve closer Hoffman again
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Trevor Hoffman ran into another problem, and once again it was named
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Delbert L. Peek Jr., 36, of 1465 Townsend Ave.,
Inmate who threatened to kill Obama, others to be sentenced
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A federal prisoner who threatened to kill President Barack Obama and
Poll: Fisher ahead of Brunner
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher opened a double-digit lead over
Police say man used rifle to rob truck driver
Staff report youngstown A man is charged with aggravated robbery after trying to rob a truck
if you go to Ike Reilly Assasination
if you go Who: Ike Reilly Assasination When: 8:30 p.m. Sunday Where: Beachland Tavern, 15711
Wednesday, April 28 (122 stories)
Robber used rifle, police say
A man is charged with aggravated robbery after trying to rob a truck driver making a delivery to Family Dollar Store at 2224 Market St. at 5:37 p.m. today, police report.
Local prisoner to be sentenced for threatening Obama
A federal prisoner who threatened to kill President Barack Obama and others while an inmate at the Northeast Ohio Correctional Center could get up to 45 years in prison and be fined up to $1.25 million when a federal judge in Pittsburgh sentences him at 10:30 a.m. May 26.
Patient charged with shooting up while hooked to IV
Police arrested a 33-year-old city man on suspicion of drug possession and possession of drug paraphernalia after they said he attempted to inject drugs while hooked to an intravenous pump while a patient in the hospital.
Ardent keen on growing Forum Health
Ardent Health Services says it wants to do more that just preserve bankrupt Forum Health’s three hospitals.
Ad campaign targets meth use in Indian Country
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Federal officials are launching a national advertising campaign aimed at
Gas prices jump to more than $9 a gallon in Alaska town
Gas prices jump to more than $9 in Alaska town
Student art show starts Friday at mall
NILES – The Art Outreach Gallery will open a pre-school through 12th grade student art exhibition
Poll: Lee Fisher opens up double-digit lead over Jennifer Brunner for Senate seat
Fisher leads for Senate seat
Fisher opens lead on Brunner
COLUMBUS — Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher opened a double-digit lead over Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner
Robbers respond to Craigslist ad, steal thousands
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police say robbers who knocked on an elderly Philadelphia man’s door under the
Retired doc charged with teen’s gunpoint rape
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A retired doctor who allegedly threw wild parties for teenagers is facing rape
Lions show appreciation for veterans at convention
HUDSON Lions Clubs of District 13-D met at the Clarion Inn in Hudson April 9-11 for their annual
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will
Elton John fans can bid on tickets
Elton John fans can bid on tickets YOUNGSTOWN Fans have an opportunity to bid on EBay for four
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She lost her friend to a stroke
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: For more than 20 years, I had a best friend,
HELOISE: Recipe for pico de gallo returns
Dear Heloise: I clipped your recipe for pico de gallo from your column years ago, but have lost it.
Other coroners differ with Kennedy's behavior
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWn Neighboring county coroners say they’d
LaBrae’s Mike Morris hurls one-hit shutout
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com CHAMPION Led by pitcher Mike Morris, LaBrae blanked Champion
Ryan meets with official of Ardent, Forum suitor
Staff report WASHINGTON U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan met Tuesday with David T. Vandewater, president and
Penguins fall to Kent State 5-2
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Niles The Youngstown State baseball team has been running
Feds seek summer crime blitz in Youngstown
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Steven Dettelbach, U.S. attorney for Ohio’s
Track team members aim for a big finish
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McDonald clinches tie for ITCL
Staff report McDONALD Austin Bucan’s solo homer in the bottom of the sixth inning put McDonald
Captain to file charge against Warren cop in force case
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Patrolman Jeff Hoolihan’s division commander has upheld
Art and sole — global project for peace
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SOFTBALL Tuesday’s games
Champion 4, LaBrae 1 CHAMPION Lindsay Swipas (7-0) had 14 strikeouts and one walk while throwing
Bring on Boston
Cavaliers advance to Eastern Conference semis with 96-94 win over Bulls Associated Press
Lawyer’s sleeping in court leads judge to call mistrial
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The murder case against Christopher
2 cops add to captain ranks in Boardman
Boardman elevates veteran lieutenants By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Two
City schools fail to turn over plan to state overseer
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The president of the Youngstown Board of Education
Rogner, Merrill honored at YSU banquet
Katie Rogner and Aaron Merrill join Vindy Sports Editor Rob Todor, center, after Todor presented them with their Vindicator/Youngstown State Athletes of the Year awards Tuesday night at the annual Penguin Club Scholar-Athlete Banquet at YSU.
IOC, USOC look to resolve financial issue
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Adding a new global sponsor could be the key to
Fort Knox soldier jailed in homeless man’s beating
Associated Press CINCINNATI Four men suspected of beating a homeless man who was sleeping under
Man pleads innocent in drug case
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A former Detroit man has pleaded innocent to a 13-count
Court process begins for 4 prominent cases
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Several high-profile cases have begun to make
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Vincent G. Hillard, 45, of 860 Forest Ridge Drive,
Nation & World Digest
Flight diverted AUGUSTA, Maine The former Air Force member who was detained Tuesday on a trans-
Tire-recycling drive
Tire-recycling drive YOUNGSTOWN The tire-recycling drive sponsored by Youngstown Litter Control
Jersey ‘Housewives’ remain divided
Associated Press LOS ANGELES In the first episode of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey”
Stocks fall on woes in Europe
Associated Press NEW YORK Investors again are worried that debt problems in Greece and Portugal
oddly enough
oddly enough $17,000 diamond donated to Pa. charity HARRISBURG, Pa. A retired jeweler sorting
Grad gives students life lesson
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com hubbard So far, it appears as if Marc Kanetsky has made
On clay, Federer loses to Gulbis
Associated Press ROME Roger Federer has a long way to go if he wants to successfully defend his
Iceland did the world a favor
Opinion: By Greg Goldin Los Angeles Times Now that the leader boards in European airports are again
Concealed-weapons permit suspended
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio sheriff suspended the concealed-weapons permit of an armed man
FBI agent fails to recall details in militia case
Associated Press DETROIT An FBI agent who led the investigation of nine Michigan militia members
No contrition in financial blame game
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two deeply unpopular U.S. institutions — Congress and Wall Street —
Grads should not despair
Opinion: By Diane Dreher McClatchy-Tribune SANTA CLARA, Calif. This spring 16 million college graduates
Raiders lose patience with Russell
Associated Press ALAMEDA, Calif. As JaMarcus Russell struggled through the worst statistical
British Open awaits Woods
Associated Press LONDON Tiger Woods has not yet entered the British Open, but organizers expect
Christy case won’t be split, judge decides
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com youngstown Two plaintiffs can stay joined in one case
Canfield and Austintown police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
NFL | Other news
Panthers: The Carolina Panthers traded starting strong safety Chris Harris to the Chicago Bears,
Aybar, Abreu homers power Angels’ win
Associated Press ANAHEIM, Calif. Jered Weaver’s numbers are considerably better after his first
nba roundup | Tuesday’s other game
Boston 96, Miami 86 BOSTON Ray Allen scored 24 points, making five 3-pointers in the second
Cleveland schools to battle obesity
By Brie Zeltner Plain Dealer Reporter The Children’s Museum of Cleveland and University
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Heather Pitts, Summitville, girl, April 26. Nick and Robin
Hawks, coach still plan to talk
Associated Press ATLANTA Hawks coach Mike Woodson said Tuesday there have been no talks on a new
BIRTHDAYS
BIRTHDAYS Actress-singer Ann-Margret is 69. Actress Marcia Strassman (“Welcome Back Kotter”) is
Bus has innovation in store
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com poland A massive bus outfitted with the latest in grocery-
Grand finale: Pirates win
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Ryan Doumit hit a grand slam and Ronny Cedeno had a solo homer in a
Comforting dumplings aren’t just for winter
By Noelle Carter Los Angeles Times In 1967, Helmut Winter made international headlines for
Manners expert Post dies
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Elizabeth Post, an etiquette expert known for writing
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo
Family Features This Cinco de Mayo, make sure you’re prepared to celebrate the Mexican victory
Merchants group to sponsor weekend ‘Airing of the Quilts’
Staff report COLUMBIANA Main Street will be the site of the Retail Merchants Association’s
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, work session, 6 p.m.; regular meeting, 7:30 p.m., high
‘Dragon’ looks to become another ‘Greek Wedding’
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES There are many holy grails in Hollywood, but few as pursued as the
Indian Head Rock returned to Ky.
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. A two-state legal battle over who owns a chunk of rock is ending
Red Wings oust Coyotes
Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. The Detroit Red Wings spoiled the big party in Arizona,
Several football camps are set for June
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State football coaching staff is accepting applications for their
First Place announces $13M loss for quarter
Staff report warren First Place Financial Corp. posted a $13 million loss for the quarter ending
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.32 —.14 Avalon
Rogner, Merrill honored at YSU banquet
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Aaron Merrill and Katie Rogner were honored as the Vindicator/Youngstown
Scottish police believed in Nessie
Associated Press EDINBURGH, Scotland What lurks beneath the dark waters of Scotland’s Loch
Sidney’s Candy is Derby contender
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Hall of Fame trainer Ron McAnally will have a tough time
Events at the park
Events at the park LISBON Certified yoga instructor Dee Brown will guide participants through an
Coroner’s detachment from duties of his office is alarming
Editorial: The coroner’s office is not by state statute a 24/7 operation, but there is a higher law than the
Scripps sells rights to Snoopy
Associated Press NEW YORK You’ve got a new owner, Charlie Brown. Newspaper publisher E.W.
Lawmakers brawl in Ukraine’s parliament
Associated Press KIEV, Ukraine The speaker of Ukraine’s parliament huddled under umbrellas as
Talks with Taliban are just talk
Opinion: PESHAWAR, Pakistan After two weeks in Afghanistan and Pakistan, I’m struck by how much hot air is
Supporting the tax with caution
Opinion: Supporting the tax with caution Both my wife and I are re- tired and feeling the money pinch on
Farmers National Bank Corp. posts decreased earnings
Staff report canfield Earnings decreased in the first quarter of 2010 compared with the first
Business Digest
GM plans to invest $890M in five plants defiance General Motors will invest $115 million at its
Wilson’s bill to broaden federal accountability
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com SUMMITVILLE Political rivals U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, a
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Youngstown school board report hasn't been delivered
The president of the Youngstown Board of Education said he didn’t know that the state Academic Distress Commission didn’t have a copy of the district’s new five-year Strategic Plan.
Youngstown cops looking for man who robbed South Side shoe store
Youngstown cops looking for South Side robber
Wilson seeks transparency in federal subcontracting
Political rivals U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, a Democrat, and Columbiana County Republican Chairman
Senators see privacy problems in Facebook expansion
Senators see privacy problems in Facebook expansion
Harrisburg to take up transportation funding issue
Harrisburg to take up transportation funding issue
125 mph winds in Nevada hamper travel, cut power
RENO, Nev. (AP) — Winds gusting in excess of 100 mph have downed power lines in northern Nevada,
Woman charged with stealing $69 in lottery tickets
Woman charged with stealing $69 in lottery tickets
Officer shoots fugitive who pointed gun
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A police officer in Pittsburgh shot and wounded a fugitive who pointed a gun at
Man gets 14 to 35 years in stab death at party
READING, Pa. (AP) — A man has been ordered to serve 14 to 35 years in prison in the stabbing death
July wedding for Miss Fagert, Mr. Pfau
Canfield Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Fagert of Canfield are announcing the engagement and wedding
LaCivita-Gratz wedding date is announced
HUBBARD The engagement of Allyson LaCivita and Gerald Gratz Jr., both of 45 Furlen Court, is being
Parents announce Rosser-Tobey engagement
The engagement of Kristen Rosser and Timothy Tobey, both of 2408 Hunter’s Ridge, Boardman, is
Parents reveal Taylor-Nichols wedding plans
The engagement of Jara L. Taylor and Daniel P. Nichols, both of Dublin, and plans for their upcoming
Luncheon theme is women’s health
Luncheon theme is women’s health POLAND Lee Meadows, an American Heart Association volunteer and
HELOISE: Method stays on top of debt
Dear Heloise: I would like to share my method for avoiding credit-card debt that can become
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She loves ‘Justin,’ but feels boxed in
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am 18 and have been in a relationship with
Neighborhood Ministries involved in food collection
Neighborhood Ministries, a United Way agency with community outreaches to low-income children and
Scrappers preparing for 2010 NYPL season
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Mahoning Valley Scrappers’ season is less than
Official: Campbell may have to shut down
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city will have to shut down in November if
Lenhoff pleads guilty to 1 count
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS Investigators have a little less than three weeks to
Roethlisberger will not challenge ruling
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A chastened Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger
Fewer Warren crimes solved
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN When the city laid off 20 police officers at the start of
Glen residents worry about crime increase
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN A couple walking their dogs is approached by
GM temps begin orientation sessions
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com lordstown As the summer launch of the Chevrolet Cruze
Man pleads guilty in slaying
Staff report WARREN James E. Dotson, 27, who faced a possible life prison sentence for killing a
One last shot
Cavaliers veteran Antawn Jamison desperately seeks his first NBA title Associated Press
Baffert’s horse likely favorite at Ky. Derby
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Bob Baffert has suddenly gone from having a solid contender to
Swiss take their time on Polanski decision
Associated Press GENEVA Swiss authorities indicated further delays Monday on a decision to
Immigration conflict heats up
Associated Press PHOENIX The conflict over a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration in
Hispanics will bolt Arizona
Opinion: Now that Arizona has enacted the most xenophobic anti-immigration law in this country, get ready for
Protect our most productive fishery
Opinion: By Marilyn Heiman and David Harsila McClatchy-Tribune President Barack Obama recently announced
Filthy-house case ending without all details known
Editorial: Six months after two children were rescued from a home in Canfield filled with garbage, animal and
Gitmo plan sputters
Opinion: By Dimitri Avaliani Institute for War & Peace Reporting TBILISI, Georgia — Since coming to power
Arizona goes after illegals
Opinion: Arizona has decided that if the federal government will not live up to its responsibility to control
Nightmare prolonged for families
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell It’s every family’s nightmare — a loved one
Valley sees increase in home sales in March
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com Sales of pre-owned homes in the Mahoning Valley rose in March.
Open enrollment
Open enrollment GIRARD Kindergarten open- enrollment applications for this fall are still being
Improving mine safety
Opinion: The Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: Four years ago, in the wake of a string of underground coal
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Jack Klugman is 88. Announcer Casey Kasem is 78. Singer Ann Peebles is 63. Singer
newsmakers
newsmakers Gosselin’s children to appear on show HARRISBURG, Pa. Kate’s eight are free to
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1960 is planning a three-day event for its 50th reunion. The
Chamber endorses sales-tax renewal
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The defeat next Tuesday of the Mahoning County
BBB warns of job-seminar scam
Staff report youngstown Consumers should be wary of a company that has been offering local
Salem official: Temporary hiring cannot be done
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM A proposal to bring back the lowest of three laid-
Johnson’s rivalry with Gordon heats up
Associated Press TALLADEGA, Ala. Jeff Gordon’s friendly rivalry with teammate Jimmie Johnson has
Look for new material at Third Eye Blind show
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Known for late ’90s pop alternative hits such as “Semi-
County searches for foster parents
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County is searching for good foster
Girl, 17, hurts herself, family friend
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Juvenile Justice Center refused to take a 17-year-old
Crews try to contain oil leak in Gulf
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Crews raced to protect the Gulf of Mexico coastline Monday as a
Senate vote deals procedural hitch to bank overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Undaunted by a Senate setback, Democrats appeared increasingly
Bad habits can age you by 12 years, study says
Associated Press CHICAGO Four common bad habits combined — smoking, drinking too much,
The top five movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters Friday through Sunday, followed by last
The top five movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters Friday through Sunday, followed by last week’s
Israel halts Jerusalem construction
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s prime minister has effectively frozen new Jewish
CRASH AFTERMATH
Three were killed Saturday when a car traveling between 80 and 90 mph on Blossom Avenue crashed into a house at 525 Cynthia Drive, where Blossom dead-ends.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, special board meeting, 6 p.m.,
Are TV execs finally discovering the Midwest?
McClatchy-Tribune Newspapers MINNEAPOLIS Mary Richards convinced a generation of young female
Restaurants gain ground bit by bit
Associated Press CHICAGO It took more than a year, but American diners are coming out of hiding,
Warren police continue to investigate shooting
Staff report WARREN Police continue to investigate a 4:30 p.m. Friday shooting in a backyard
Commission wants to see plan
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com BOARDMAN The state Academic Distress Commission appointed to
Aneurysm kills college student
Associated Press WAYNESBURG, Pa. A college student found dead in his western Pennsylvania dorm
Trustees decide not to endorse Ludt
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Township trustees decided not to vote on
Canfield and Austintown police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Bruins knock out Buffalo
Associated Press BOSTON BOSTON — David Krejci had two goals and one assist to lead Boston to a
Nation & World Digest
EBay pulls listing for Kevorkian van DETROIT Online auction site eBay pulled a listing Monday
Board to seek proposals for public-address system
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN The board of education authorized the
Police seeking slaying suspects
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are still looking for suspects in
Borg returns to US courts
Associated Press One might be inclined to forgive Bjorn Borg if he harbored any ill will toward
Police investigate robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating a series of
Poll: Recession helps GOP against Dems
Associated Press WASHINGTON Notch one more victim of the recession: With crucial midterm
High court to hear Ohio case
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court has agreed to consider reinstating a $625,000
Loan growth helps F.N.B. increase profits in 1st quarter
Staff report hermitage, pa. F.N.B. Corp.’s first-quarter profits increased as a result of loan
Business Digest
Hostess to close Akron bakery akron Hostess Brands Inc., will close its bread bakery here due to
Selected local stocks
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Another day, another Bucs loss to Brewers
Associated Press MILWAUKEE, WIS. Yovani Gallardo pitched six strong innings and drove in three
Why don’t city’s public schools outperform charter schools?
Opinion: Why don’t city’s public schools outperform charter schools? In 1998 Eagle Heights Academy opened
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F.N.B. of Hermitage posts healthy first-quarter profits
F.N.B. of Hermitage posts healthy first-quarter profits
Banners celebrating growing relationship between city and YSU to be unveiled Tuesday
Banners unveiling Tuesday
Alyssa Lenhoff Dann pleads guilty to ethics charge, fined
Alyssa Lenhoff Dann pleads guilty to ethics charge
Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber endorses sales tax
Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber endorses sales tax
Hertz agrees to buy rival Dollar Thrifty for $1.2B
Hertz agrees to buy rival Dollar Thrifty for $1.2B
Services at 10 a.m. today for former sheriff Ed Nemeth at St. Columba Cathedral
Services at St. Columba Cathedral
June wedding for Miss Koppel and Mr. Rogers
Erin Elizabeth Koppel of Canton, and Joshua Kelvin Rogers of Uniontown are announcing their
Hammer-Coffin wedding to be in Columbus
The engagement and upcoming marriage of Jana Marie Hammer and Justin Rea Coffin, both of Boardman,
Katie Schnurrenberger | Keith Arthurs
AUSTINTOWN Katie Schnurrenberger, 1972 Clark Ave., Alliance, and Keith Arthurs, 11429 Crestline
Jennifer Walcott | Adam Archuleta
CABOS SAN LUCAS, Mexico The Capilla Chapel in Cabos San Lucas, was the setting March 23 for the
HELOISE: Binders keep info organized
Dear Heloise: I’ve become involved in numerous boards and committees around town. In order to keep
Family IDs one Campbell crash victim; coroner’s delay angers some
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com campbell A memorial wreath and a small angel statue mark
Family IDs crash victim
Probe awaits on 3 dead, 1 injured By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com campbell A memorial
Penguins, Butler split twinbill at Eastwood
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com NILES Youngstown State University senior outfielder Tom
Tips to grow on
Longtime gardener shares his expertise By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com edinburg, pa.
Road work on 193, 422 forces ramp shutdowns
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN For the past few weeks, drivers along a
Old Warren high school faces wrecking ball
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN It opened in 1967 when the city was growing. It became a
Hopefuls differ in fund-raising approaches
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Councilwoman Carol Rimedio-Righetti
Worker caught sleeping 2nd time
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com LORDSTOWN A midnight-shift dispatcher with the Lordstown Police
YSU’s Formeck is named top golfer in Horizon League
Staff report LEXINGTON, KY. Youngstown State University’s Samantha Formeck was named Horizon
UPDATE on NFL LOCALS
Daryll Clark: The Penn State QB, an Ursuline High graduate, accepted a free agent deal with the
No deal yet on financial rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats are showing little willingness to alter financial-overhaul
Ballet Western Reserve plans green-themed revue at Gardens
Ballet Western Reserve YOUNGSTOWN When John Len- non wrote the lyric “nothing’s gonna change my
Veteran finally gets his due
Lowellville American Legion Post 247 had Falcon Foundry, Lowellville, make a new plaque to memorialize John Mirich.
Health-care law: What’ll it cost?
Associated Press WASHINGTON What’s it going to cost me? That’s the single biggest unanswered
Activists: Fight new immigration law
Activists: Fight new immigration law PHOENIX Civil-rights activists called on President Barack
Coping with horrors of war
Opinion: The man on television said the U.S. Army had begun a new program to train soldiers how to deal with
Cooking Channel: a spicier entre
Associated Press There’s more food TV than ever to chew on — shows featuring barbecue tips, chef
Prep Sports at a glance
WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES GIRARD 7, SALEM 5 Girard4000210—7111 Salem1012010—5102
State child-abuse registries have flaws
Associated Press NEW YORK Combatting child abuse is a cause with universal support. Yet a push
Best Bets on TV tonight
“RuPaul’s Drag Race: (9 p.m., Logo): “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has been atop our list of guilty
Berkman, Lee, Feliz help Astros sweep Pirates
Associated Press HOUSTON The Houston Astros have gone from baseball’s last winless team to one
Comeback victory has Pens chilling, watching
Associated Press OTTAWA Even with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin held in check, the Pittsburgh
Eskendereya out with swollen leg
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Todd Pletcher sank into the chair and wearily turned toward the
Levies deserve the serious consideration of local voters
Editorial: One of the last things anyone wants to do is ask someone else for money. And yet, every election
BIRTHS
BIRTHS forum health trumbull memorial hospital Heidi and Dr. Jeffrey Stychno of Warren, girl,
Man who suffered multiple shots dies
Staff report youngstown A man shot inside the doorway of his home last week has died.
Ohio vet who killed self at VA missed Army life
Associated Press DAYTON The sister of an Iraq War veteran who killed himself outside an Ohio
CAMPAIGN FINANCE PRE-PRIMARY REPORTS
OHIO SENATE 33RD DISTRICT Joe Schiavoni* (D): Had, $57,780; contributions, $6,430; spent,
Greek officials confident of loans
Associated Press WASHINGTON A key Greek economic official expressed confidence Sunday that his
Bohn captures Zurich Classic
Associated Press Avondale, La. For Jason Bohn, the second time was even better. Bohn won the
Can GOP keep its pledges?
Opinion: Sixteen years ago, House Republicans fueled their long-shot campaign to overthrow 40 years of
Harvick wins at Talladega
Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA. Kevin Harvick executed the pass exactly how his team drew it up
Bulls at brink after Cavs romp
Bulls at brink after Cavs romp Associated Press CHICAGO LeBron James insisted there was
Ohio exports dip for first time in decade
Ohio exports dip for first time in decade CLEVELAND Exports from Ohio took a dive in 2009, the
In praise of cheerful Americans
Opinion: WASHINGTON Hearing about a shortage of farm laborers in California, the couple who would become
Humane agents are qualifed
Opinion: Humane agents are qualifed I was highly disturbed by Atty. Jay Majecko’s statement in April 16
On area diamonds | Youth baseball roundup
Tri-T Pony Players Division New Middletown Lions 15, Hubbard V&M 5 Salem Wendy’s 10, DeSalvo
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Northside Eagle Eye block watch, 6:30 p.m., New Grace Missionary Baptist Church,
Warren Harding Academic Team heads to state
Staff report warren The Warren G. Harding High School Academic Team defeated North Canton Hoover
Crews work on stopping oil leak
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Crews were using a robot submarine Sunday to try to stop an oil
Chavez leads A’s in rout of Indians
Associated Press OAKLAND, CALIF. Eric Chavez has been through so much physically in recent years
Survivors’ stories tell how high toll could have been
Associated Press YAZOO CITY, Miss. One prayed to God under a communion table as his church was
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Answers to weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA 9 5 u9 6 vK J 10 6 3 wQ 7
Girard, Salem split twinbill
Staff report SALEM The Girard and Salem High baseball teams split a doubleheader on Saturday.
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Daughter’s sexuality has them confused
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Is it unusual for a 25-year-old to not know her
Hearing set for detective who violated gag order
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A judge has scheduled a contempt-of-court
Political correctness run amuck
Opinion: Political correctness run amuck New Hampshire Union-Leader: This nation and much of the Western
International Children’s Choir coming to Canfield
International Children’s Choir coming to Canfield As part of its 2009-10 U.S. tour, World Help
METRO DIGEST || 1st black officer
2-vehicle accident hartford The Ohio State Highway Patrol Southington post is investigating a
Years Ago
Today is Monday, April 26, the 116th day of 2010. There are 249 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Obama delivers eulogy to miners
Associated Press BECKLEY, W.Va. They lived and they died pursuing the American Dream, working in
12th-inning homer gives UIC a sweep of YSU at McCune
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Shannon Kehr’s solo home run in the top of the 12th
Postal workers to participate in ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ drive
Staff report Cleveland U.S. Postal Service employees will participate May 8 in the National
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY DOCKET JPMorgan Chase Bank v. Deborah Willson, et al, foreclosure.
Second Harvest March drive tops $106K to help the hungry
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley’s 2010 annual Harvest for Hunger raised $106,097 and 35,817 pounds of food.
Sunday, April 25 (102 stories)
Victim of South Side shooting dies
Staff report youngstown A man shot inside the doorway of his South Side home last week has died.
Postal carriers seek food donations Saturday in ‘Stamp Out Hunger’
Staff report Cleveland U.S. Postal Service employes will participate May 8 in the National
Candidates in Mahoning Valley release campaign-finance information
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Councilwoman Carol Rimedio-Righetti
Valley food bank raises $106,097 and 35,817 pounds of food in annual drive
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn @vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning
Athletics rout Indians
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Eric Chavez hit a two-run double and also singled in run to help Gio Gonzalez
James’ triple-double leads Cavs past Bulls, 121-98
CHICAGO (AP) — LeBron James had 37 points, 11 assists and 12 rebounds, Antawn Jamison added 24
Astros complete sweep of Pirates
HOUSTON (AP) — Lance Berkman hit his first home run, Carlos Lee and Pedro Feliz drove in two runs
Former Warren Western Reserve High to get date with wrecking ball
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN It opened in 1967 when the city was growing. It became a
$10.8M road, bridge work on routes 193 and 422 to continue until August 2011
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN For the past few weeks, drivers along a
Warren Harding Academic Team wins regional, advances to state
Staff Report STEUBENVILLE The Warren G. Harding High School Academic Team defeated North Canton
Family honors Mr., Mrs. Pacella on anniversary
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Mario Pacella, 101 Rocky Ledge Drive, celebrated their 50th wedding
Parents announce Takacs-Kady wedding plans
New Middletown Announcing the engagement of Eszter Takacs and Joshua Kady, both of 6761 Tippecanoe
Parents announce Revak-Merlo wedding plans
canfield Announcing the engagement of Stacey M. Revak and Phillip J. Merlo are the prospective
Square dance club being organized
Square dance club being organized BLOOMFIELD Anyone interested helping to organize a western-
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Youngstown Masonic
Everyone will be a winner at Kentucky Derby Party
YOUNGSTOWN The Junior League of Youngstown is inviting the public to a Kentucky Derby party where
It will be pouring on May 2
CANFIELD The Ladies of Charity will be pouring tea for their guests and serving light
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark Church fellowship hall on Logan
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
MONDAY Wildwood will meet at 2 p.m. with Mary Ina Jones as hostess and Char Weden as co-hostess.
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Will he give up son to avoid ex?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: After five years of consistent visits with my 8
Flower show winners winners announced
YOUNGSTOWN Entries in the Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown’s flower show April 17 and 18 at the
Mahoning Co. leaders make poor Port picks, ex-member charges
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA John J. Masternick, a former Western Reserve Port
NFL dreams | Browns won’t play QB McCoy in 2010
Browns won’t play QB McCoy in 2010 Associated Press BEREA The Colt McCoy Show won’t be opening
Even during draft, ex-Steelers return
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The NFL draft is supposed to be about the new. New players. New hope
Speeding car slams home; three killed
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CAMPBELL A car that ran into a house, killing three
McCarthy signs with Denver; YSU’s Jones headed to Buffalo
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For the first time since 2004, the Mahoning Valley
Big Tap In fundraiser draws 1,400 from 7 states
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com BOARDMAN Fifty-four breweries with 126 labels and more
Unity parade puts emphasis on positives
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For the third consecutive year, 17-year-old Brisha
Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame
The Curbstone Coaches will induct the following sports figures into its hall of fame on May 2 at Mr.
Ace Gabriel settles to tame Boardman
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com POLAND The way Poland senior pitcher Sean Gabriel struggled
Hope Foundation to auction tickets to Elton John concert at fundraiser
Staff report youngstowN If you missed out on tickets to the Elton John concert at the Covelli
Brode’s brawn breaks records
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Poland Dustin Brode entered the Poland Invitational with
Ribbon-cutting slated for Pa. bike trail
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. A grand opening celebration for the refurbished Stavich Bicycle
Funds available in Trumbull for various housing repairs
Staff report WARREN Assistance with private-owner housing repair in the Bolindale (Howland
Early College recruiting freshmen
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Early College, located on the Youngstown State University
I regret the 27 years it took to do my homework
I am a 1983 graduate of Kent State University. I walked up Blanket Hill to Taylor Hall nearly every day for two years, past a metal sculpture with a hole through it.
Kent State 40 years on — What have we learned?
Ohio National Guardsmen throw tear gas at students across the campus lawn at Kent State University during an anti-Vietnam War demonstration at the university on May 4, 1970. The Guard killed four students and wounded nine.
Kent State Shootings - 40th Anniversary
The Vindicator spoke with a number of people who were Kent State University students on May 4, 1970, some of whom witnessed the shootings. They offered their recollections and reflections of the event.
KENT EVENTS 40th anniversary
Kent State and various organizations are offering a series of events leading up to the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the May 4, 1970, shootings at the university that claimed the lives of four students and wounded nine others. All events are free to the public unless otherwise noted.
A life cut short - Sandra Scheuer
Sandra Scheuer, the daughter of Martin and Sarah Scheuer of Boardman, was a 20-year-old speech and therapy honor student at Kent State University in the spring of 1970.
Ryan, Henderson stand out in the 17th District contests
Editorial: Congressman Tim Ryan of Niles, seeking a fifth two-year term, has two challengers in his bid for the
YSU tennis
YSU tennis Indianapolis YSU tennis players Tariq Ismail and Margarita Sadovnikova earned All-
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. I miss George Stephanopoulos on “This Week” and
record reviews
‘All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu’ Rufus Wainwright (Decca) Grade: A- On “All Days Are
Solutions parents seek aren’t really solutions
I travel the country almost constantly eight months a year, making presentations to various groups —
Belinky’s spinning won’t work
Opinion: “The Probate Court is the one court where it is of the utmost importance to be viewed as above all
Will Schwarzenegger be back?
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES In the recently released trailer for “The Expendables,” the action
Elmo on Federal Street
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com “Sunny Day, sweeping the clouds away.” Over the last
Advocates vow changes to Ariz. immigration law
Associated Press PHOENIX Civil-rights advocates vowed Saturday to challenge Arizona’s tough new
‘Wit’ at Oakland Center transcends theater, art
By MILAN PAURICH entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Just let it stop,” college professor Dr.
Struthers wins eighth straight
Staff report STRUTHERS Jackie Deem had two key hits and a pair of RBIs to put Struthers ahead of
James: Cavs will benefit from loss
Associated Press CHICAGO Bring on the adversity, LeBron James said. Nothing like a little two-
Coast Guard: Oil leaking from well
Coast Guard: Oil leaking from well NEW ORLEANS The Coast Guard discovered Saturday that oil is
Stambaugh concert keeps grandeur alive
Opinion: Doug Wittenauer speaks with poise and patience that befits someone who leads the treasure that is
Keep the jobs pipeline open
Opinion: By Bruce Katz and Jennifer Bradley The Vindicator Ohio needs jobs. A combination of industrial
Sharing a love for reading
By Lissa Bell news@vindy.com A love for reading brought six Reserve Road neighbors together to
Treasure trove
Derby Museum lets fans soak in Run for the Roses Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Within the
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS 150,000 Associated Press
The number of lives the American Medical Association has said could be saved by cutting in half
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Al Pacino is 70. Bassist Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival is 65. Singer
Obama touts auto industry, financial overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama on Saturday cited encouraging signs of an
Festival is perfect time to go fly a kite
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com CANFIELD Gray skies were brightened by
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending April 17
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Shadow of Your Smile” by Mary Higgins Clark (Simon & Schuster) 2. “The
Message of hope
Message of hope Austintown “From Pain to Glory,” written by Sonya Penrose-Garcia of Austintown,
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 25, the 115th day of 2010. There are 250 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Listerine lauded as fungus fighter
Q. I have a Ph.D. in mycology [study of fungi] and probably picked up my toenail fungus on a
CURRENT PRICES of antiques and collectibles
Nixon political playing cards, jokers are William F. Buckley & Norman Mailer, copyright by
Collectors seek samovars
A samovar, a tall metal container that heats water to make tea, is well known in Russia but often is
Homespun power
With turbine, energy solution is blowin’ in the wind McClatchy Newspapers AKRON Last June,
if you go to 'Sesame Street'
if you go What: Sesame Street Live presents “When Elmo Grows Up” When: 7 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.
Good morning
Movie screening The film “In the Name of Their Mothers: The Story of Irena Sendler” will be
Spruce up Web site by adding a chat room
Most businesses today have Web sites and e-mail. Not having an online presence in today’s
v“In the Name of Their Mothers: The Story of Irene Sendler,” 1:30 p.m. The first U.S.
v“In the Name of Their Mothers: The Story of Irene Sendler,” 1:30 p.m. The first U.S. screening of
Democrats, GOP have donations in common
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Although painting Republicans as pawns of Wall Street is a
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Parties playing politics
Associated Pres WASHINGTON Republicans and Democrats are furiously casting each other as Wall
Arlen Specter running scared
McClatchy Newspapers ALLENTOWN, Pa. Sen. Arlen Specter has outlasted many threats to his
Bombings in Baghdad raise the specter of Shiite militia
Associated Press BAGHDAD In offering to help Iraqi security forces to fight insurgents after a
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center GBOE 2010 meeting, 4 p.m., Mill Creek Park
Monday is a fun day as Tom Simon surges
Mondays have been very, very good to Tom Simon, whose surge in scores recently most likely had its
Gray rallies in Ohio State spring game
Associated Press columbus On a day when Terrelle Pryor saw little playing time, little-known
Overtime goal clinches series
Associated Press ottawa Pascal Dupuis scored 9:56 into overtime for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who
Tornadoes kill 10 people in Mississippi
Associated Press YAZOO CITY, Miss. Tornadoes ripped through the Southeast on Saturday, killing
BIRTHS
BIRTHS ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH CENTER Jeremiah and Krista Roberts of East Liverpool, boy, April 22.
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FB1/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Hubbard baseball sweeps past Ursuline
Staff report HUBBARD The Hubbard High baseball team defeated Ursuline 6-0 and 17-7 in a pair of
6th District: Wilson, Stobbs
Editorial: 6th District: Wilson, Stobbs Three Republicans are running hard for a chance to take on Charlie
Carmona sharp as Indians subdue A’s
Associated Press oakland, calif. This is the Fausto Carmona the Cleveland Indians expect and
METRO DIGEST || Birding workshop
Birding workshop SANDY LAKE, pa. McKeever Environmental Learning Center will host a Spring
Pitcher Jakubauskas injured in Astros’ win over Pirates
Associated Press houston Wandy Rodriguez struck out seven to earn his first win, and the Houston
Review: HTC proves credible over Incredible
By RACHEL METZ Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Naming a cell phone “Incredible” is audacious:
UNITY PARADE BOX
UNITY PARADE Participants Numerous agencies, organizations, groups and individuals were
Ribbon-cutting slated for Pa. bike trail
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. A grand opening celebration for the refurbished Stavich Bicycle
Help kids to sop up knowledge when they’re best able to do so
Opinion: Help kids to sop up knowledge when they’re best able to do so In Natalie Lariccia’s story last
Saturday, April 24 (99 stories)
Speed cited in Campbell crash that killed 2 teens and 21-year-old
CAMPBELL — The car that ran into a house, killing three of the car’s four occupants at the crash scene, was likely going 80 to 90 mph at the time of impact, according to the accident investigator.
Hundreds of kids, adults walk in 6th Unity parade
For the third consecutive year, 17-year-old Brisha Merchant has derived pleasure from walking down the middle of busy Market Street on the city’s South Side.
Kites brighten skies above MetroParks Farm today
Gray skies were brightened by multicolored kites flying high over Mill Creek MetroParks Farm.
3 dead in Campbell after car crashes into house
CAMPBELL — Three of four occupants of a car died at the scene when the car crashed into a house at 5:05 a.m. today. The fourth occupant was taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center.
Miss Scanlon and Mr. O’Connell plan July wedding
boardman Announcing the engagement of Katie-Nell Scanlon and Steven Charles O’Connell, both of
Parents announce Marafiote-Rafeedie engagement
youngstown The parents of Rachel Marafiote and Jacob Rafeedie of 4018 Baymar Drive, Boardman, are
Melissa Mihalko, Mr. Hobbins plan June wedding
boardman Ronald and Sandra Mihalko of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
July date told for Miss Bruno and Mr. Martin
EAST PALESTINE Bennett Bruno and Lynn Bruno, both of East Palestine, are announcing the engagement
Summer wedding for Miss Hahn, Mr. Thompson
Youngstown John and Liz Hahn are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Hahn, to
Mommy and Me tea and fashion show set
Mommy and Me tea and fashion show set BOARDMAN The Laricca Family Community Center in Boardman
HELOISE: Need a new vet? Ask these questions
Dear Readers: How do you find a veterinarian if you move or have a new pet? According to our friends
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Return items to end case with Liz
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My mother recently decided to sell her house and
Covelli Centre ekes out surplus
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It wasn’t much, but the Covelli Centre made an
Boardman bowler cashes in big prize
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com BOARDMAN While some of us await a refund check that might
Schools’ chief compiles book on village history
Schools’ chief compiles book on village history By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland
YSU signs two J.C. players
— NCAA basketball — Staff report Youngstown Junior college transfers DuShawn Brooks and Fred
KO Drugs win one for family
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com Youngstown When her father passed away in an industrial
County, city resist extending jail decree
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In federal-court filings, Mahoning County
Canfield student charged with delinquency
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield A 16-year-old Canfield High School student was
YSU splits doubleheader
Staff report NILES Youngstown State split a doubleheader at Eastwood Field with Milwaukee
Ursuline’s Lower blanks Akron Springfield, 3-0
AKRON Casey Lower (10-3) pitched a two-hit shutout with nine strikeouts and one walk to lead
Goodwill: Beware of solicitors
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries has been notified that solicitors
Civil-rights program planned at YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University will present a program of stories and
Prep baseball roundup | Friday’s games
Howland 5, Canfield 4 (completion of suspended game) Canfield 5, Howland 1 HOWLAND Joe
4 to face gambling charges
Staff report WARREN Freeway Lanes Bowling Group, 2700 Parkman Road N.W., was allowing more than
10 Warren alumni to join hall of fame
Staff report WARREN Ten people will be inducted into the Warren High Schools’ Distinguished
Boardman ready to lose temporary classroom trailers
Displaced library books line the walls and a third-grade class makes its way to gym as Mary Ann Tavolario, far right, teaches a reading and math intervention program in the hallway at Boardman's Stadium Drive Elementary. Many teachers find themselves teaching from carts or outside the traditional classroom as trailers are removed and construction wraps up.
4 from Mich. indicted in credit-card scheme
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted four Michigan residents in a
vThe Big Tap-In, 2:30 p.m. Giant craft beer festival will feature the brews of more than 50 brewers
vThe Big Tap-In, 2:30 p.m. Giant craft beer festival will feature the brews of more than 50 brewers
Makers of video games look into 3-D
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. For moviegoers, watching a 3-D film is a relatively easy experience.
Town outraged at proposal
Associated Press point pleasant Bugler, sound the charge! Folks in southern Ohio are mounting a
Sciortino has grown in the job as Mahoning County’s auditor
Editorial: In the May 4 contest for the Democratic nomination for Mahoning County auditor, there is an
Mark: First to preach Gospel
Who was the Evangelist Mark and how did he serve the church? Mark was a traveling companion and
Mixed martial arts
Mixed martial arts BROOKFIELD Yankee Lake Ballroom will host a 17-bout cage fight amateur mixed
Life is a gift that should be used to the fullest
Life is a precious gift from God. It is a gift to be treasured, to be honored, and to be used.
New charge for mom
New charge for mom Youngstown A third charge has been added to the indictment of Shannon McBride
Spanish hospital claims 1st full-face transplant
Associated Press MADRID A team of surgeons has carried out the world’s first full-face
Clausen goes to Panthers in 2nd
Associated Press NEW YORK The big crowd at Radio City Music Hall for the second night of the NFL
Steelers go for one on ‘D,’ one on ‘O’
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. Finally, the initial fallout from the Pittsburgh Steelers’
Day 2: Filling needs
Browns take Texas QB Colt McCoy in 3rd round Associated Press BEREA Colt McCoy’s slide finally
Day of Prayer elicits action
Both sides target government leaders throughout the country Associated Press MADISON, Wis. To
Prep sports at a glance
BASEBALL LINESCORES HOWLAND 5, CANFIELD 4 (11 inn.) (completion of suspended game)
Recognizing warblers by sight and sound
Over the next two weeks, new warbler species will arrive almost daily. It makes experienced birders
Berlin produces some good walleye fishing
Mention inland walleyes around Youngstown and Warren and anglers immediately think of Mosquito Creek
US, NATO move on Afghanistan
US, NATO move on Afghanistan TALLINN, Estonia Fearful of losing public support for the war in
Teens get lesson in finances
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown A group of 700 Mahoning Valley high school students
DOWNTOWN ARENA Finances
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Dale Jr. hopes for best
Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA. There was once a time when every move Dale Earnhardt Jr. made
if you go
if you go What: “Carmina Burana,” presented by the Dana School of Music When: 8 p.m. Wednesday
P&G, universities partner on research
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Lawmakers focus on credit raters
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawmakers rewriting financial regulations took aim Friday at
feast day
feast day Events planned The parish of St. Mark Orthodox Church, Logan Way, Liberty, will be
We need to protect our children
Opinion: By William S. MEYER McClatchy-Tribune Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, the Vatican’s secretary of
Issue 1: A ticking time bomb
Opinion: There is a $500 million ticking time bomb of debt that may well balloon by an additional $700
Selected local stocks
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Third Frontier is a success
Opinion: On May 4, State Issue 1, a measure to renew Ohio’s Third Frontier program, will appear on the
The Dana School of Music Wind Ensemble will provide accompaniment for “Carmina Burana.”
The Dana School of Music Wind Ensemble will provide accompaniment for “Carmina Burana.”
types of text
What types of texts are represented at Qumran, the site where the scrolls were stored in caves
New Testament has words of the scrolls
To understand how the Dead Sea Scrolls influenced early Christianity, just turn to the New
‘Carmina Burana’ in all of its glory
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Dana School of Music will present “Carmina Burana” at 8 p.m.
Suspect in burglaries arrested
Staff report COLUMBIANA Authorities said Friday that a Mineral Ridge man charged with burglary
Is there an enthusiasm gap among the voters?
Opinion: COLUMBUS Is there an “enthusiasm gap” between Democrats and Republicans rolling into the final
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Ashlie Givens and Korron Devoe, Youngstown, girl, April 21.
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $28.96 Associated press
The amount of money Chris Shaw of Missouri says he had in the bank when he won a $258 million
good morning
good morning GET BARGAINS Poland Junior Women’s Club will sponsor a trash and treasure sale from
Sunday news shows
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Warren man faces trial in Oct. slaying
Staff report WARREN A 27-year-old city man who has spent 10 years in prison will go on trial
Spaghetti dinner
Spaghetti dinner columbiana Abundant Life Fellowship of New Waterford has canceled its free
Timeless teachings
Scrolls are library of enlightenment for modern faiths McClatchy Newspapers They speak of a
“We have quasi-monopolies of health-insurance companies. ... Insurance companies need
“We have quasi-monopolies of health-insurance companies. ... Insurance companies need oversight.”
OSU finishes spring practice
Associated Press COLUMBUS Psst! It’s just a scrimmage. Just don’t say that to the mammoth
Court dispute still up in air
Facilities case goes back to high court By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An
Surplus food
Surplus food Nevels Temple Church, 939 Elm St. (across from Wick Park), Youngstown, will have a
Ariz. governor signs immigration bill
Associated Press PHOENIX Gov. Jan Brewer ignored criticism from President Barack Obama on Friday
Ursuline to induct HOF class Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline High School will induct a new class into its Athletic Hall of Fame on
newsmakers
newsmakers Girl says SpongeBob helped her save a life LONG BEACH, N.Y. A 12-year-old Long
Home sales on the rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sales of new homes took the biggest monthly jump in 47 years in
Lordstown schools OK nonteachers pact
Staff report LORDSTOWN The village school district has approved a contract with its 22
lottery
lottery Friday’s numbers multistate Friday night’s Mega Millions jackpot was an estimated $166
PRO GOLF roundup
Ochoa retires in a wrenching farewell MEXICO CITY Her voice breaking and eyes watering, Lorena
Cavs say give Shaq some time
Associated Press CHICAGO It’s not easy to fade into the crowd when you’re 7-foot-1, 325 pounds,
Controversy dogs Dem candidates for auditor
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Andrew D’Apolito, a candidate for Mahoning
Pirates fall to Houston
Associated Press HOUSTON Roy Oswalt moved into second place on the Astros’ all-time strikeouts
Bombs kill 69 in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD The bloodiest day of the year in Iraq left at least 69 people dead in a
Reed leads South stars over North, 23-20
Associated Press COLUMBUS Verlon Reed scored on a 37-yard quarterback draw late in the third
Shooting probe continues in city
Shooting probe continues in city YOUNGSTOWN Police have no new information on the shooting that
Two men shot in legs in Warren
WARREN Two men were shot in their legs near a garage on Youngstown Road near Woodbine Avenue
2 hurt in 4-wheeler accident in Austintown
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A four-wheeler accident at Harley-Davidson
Friday, April 23 (146 stories)
Contract with Lordstown non-teaching workers approved
The village school district has approved a contract with its 22 nonteaching employees that includes the same three-year wage freeze and improvement in health care that was approved by teachers last May.
Browns select offensive tackle in 3rd round
With the 92nd pick in the NFL Draft the Cleveland Browns selected Shawn Lauvao, an offensive lineman
Mineral Ridge man suspected in up to 50 Ohio/Pa. burglaries
Authorities said Friday that a Mineral Ridge man charged with burglary here also is a suspect in similar burglaries in Pennsylvania and elsewhere in Ohio.
Browns take Colt McCoy in 3rd round
The Cleveland Browns selected Texas quarterback Colt McCoy with the 21st pick (85th overall) in the
Browns make trade, take RB
The Cleveland Browns made a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles in Friday’s NFL Draft to select running
Children of civil rights leader to speak at YSU
Youngstown State University will present a program of stories and information Thursday about the Civil Rights movement featuring the children of the Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth, the primary organizer of the nonviolent civil rights protests in Birmingham, Ala., during the 1950s and 1960s.
Steelers select Virginia Tech DE
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected defensive end Jason Worilds from Virginia Tech with their selection
Browns take safety with second pick
The Cleveland Browns selected safety T.J. Ward of Oregon with their second-round pick in the NFL
Ohio hometowners rally to keep Ulysses S. Grant on $50 bill
Ohio folks rally to keep U.S. Grant on $50 bill
Donations can now be texted for Flight 93 memorial in Pa.
Donations can be texted for Flight 93 memorial
Target donation hits the mark for Market Street students
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Students at Market Street Elementary have been given the
Yellow brick road to research
Staff nurses followed the yellow brick road to their Nursing Research Idea Fair April 15. The fair
Market Street computer lab renamed for former teacher
Market Street Elementary plans to honor an invaluable teacher and friend who unexpectedly passed away two months ago.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Chapter M, will have supper at 5 p.m. Saturday at
New club offers first wine/food tasting
New club offers first wine/food tasting YOUNGSTOWN Founded by Brian Fry and John Webster, the
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Tell ‘Chloe’ about new charges
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My daughter, “Chloe,” is 21 and expecting her first
HELOISE: Hints help clean ivory
Dear Readers: How many of you have ivory jewelry, chess pieces, figurines or piano keys and don’t
Second Chance shelter plans bingo fundraiser
AUSTINTOWN Second Chance Animal Rescue will sponsor a bingo fundraiser from 6 to 10 p.m. May 7 at
Holy Family history buffs headed to state
Fifteen students from Holy Family School advanced to the state History Day competition Apr. 24 at
Poland library donates space for blood drive
The Poland branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County sponsored a blood drive
North promotes healthy families
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Exercise, pizza making and exotic food tasting were all a
Poland Rotary sponsors 5K race
As fundraisers go, the Poland Rotary is officially off and running. During its 25-year history,
Poland students raise dough for Haiti
Poland Middle School students participated in a frozen cookie dough sale as a spring fundraiser.
Tour gives visitors taste of American wine industry
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com American and French natives have been given the opportunity
Additional indictment against woman charged in her daughter's death
Woman indicted again in daughter's death
Poland teen on fast track to success
Moving out and beginning college is a big step, especially for a 15-year-old.
Cardinal Mooney students to participate in Saturday cleanup in Brier Hill area
Cardinal Mooney kids participate in Brier Hill cleanup
Coast Guard: No oil leak from sunken rig off La.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) – No oil appeared to be leaking after a drilling rig exploded and sank in the Gulf
Covelli Centre posts small operating surplus
The Covelli Centre turned a modest operating surplus during its first three months of the year.
No thongs for swimmers in ’Mayberry with a beach’
KURE BEACH, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina town that the mayor called “Mayberry with a beach” has
PennDOT worker dies in road grader accident
PULASKI, Pa. (AP) — A PennDOT worker is dead after investigators say he fell off a piece of
Prosecutors: Woman accused of killing agent lied
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a Pennsylvania woman claiming she shot an FBI agent in
Howland woman to head 4-county education group
An organization formed to develop a comprehensive, integrated system of education across four Ohio counties has named Stephanie Shaw of Howland as its first executive director.
Chicago spaker: ACTION deserves praise
A faith-based group that does community organizing in the Mahoning Valley should be congratulated for its work, said the president of the community-organizing foundation that trained President Barack Obama in the craft.
Phantoms mum on protected list
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Although the USHL expansion draft is weeks away, the Youngstown Phantoms
Father gets 6 years for shaking son
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 27-year-old Springfield Township man has
Browns select DB Joe Haden from Florida
Browns select DB Joe Haden from Florida Associated Press BEREA Joe Haden’s slow times in the
Youngstown district proposes to cut 29 more jobs
City schools would save $1.7 million in 2010-11 By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The
Steelers draft center Pouncey
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. No trades for the Pittsburgh Steelers on the first day of the
9 townships to be offered electricity deal
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners have unanimously approved a nine-year
YSU grad moves kids with his NYC music
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Thomas Osuga, director of the Aurista Ensemble of
YSU’s Donald Jones hopes for phone call Saturday
YSU’s Donald Jones hopes for a phone call Saturday. By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com
Trail will separate pedestrians, vehicles
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Construction hasn’t yet started, but plans
Sebring’s Clark not renewed
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Brian Clark replaced a legend but he thinks he left his own
Baron blanks Eagles for 13th
By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com STRUTHERS Shifting gears from a very successful basketball
Justice: Help prevent child abuse
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN An Ohio Supreme Court justice urged the public
Howland woman to head education group
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An organization formed to develop a comprehensive,
ACTION honors 3 from Valley for revitalizing neighborhoods
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A faith-based group that does community
Cruze control
David Green, president of UAW Local 1714 in Lordstown explains the features of the new Chevy Cruze to Ohio Atty. General Richard Cordray. The Cruze made an appearance at the Statehouse in Columbus Thursday as part of an Earth Day press conference.
Penguins lose in three overtimes
Matt Carkner scored at 7:06 of the third overtime to give the Ottawa Senators a 4-3 victory over the
Dann probe winds down
Opinion: It’s taken close to two years, but an investigation into wrongdoing at the attorney general’s office
‘The Back-Up Plan’ lacks chemistry
By ROGER MOORE The Orlando Sentinel Two scenes stand out in “The Back-up Plan,” Jennifer
Prep Baseball roundup | Thursday’s games
Boardman 8, Mass. Perry 4 MASSILLON Sam Porter homered and drove in three runs to lead Boardman
Austintown Police Blotter
April 8 Burglary: A television, X-Box and $1,500 in cash were stolen from a home in the 80 block
Poland community briefs
Look out for the orange barrels There will be some construction projects under way in Poland
Hunter-Reay still an insecure driver
Associated Press LONG BEACH, Calif. Ryan Hunter-Reay feels like he’s on a playground roundabout,
Chasing the chase already
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Congratulations, Jimmie Johnson, Matt Kenseth and Greg
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 23, the 113th day of 2010. There are 252 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Boardman briefs
BHS alum earns animal science degree Courtney Hull of Boardman, Ohio, will graduate during the
Austintown community briefs
Curves offers Silver Sneakers classes Free Silver Sneakers classes are offered daily to eligible
Cavaliers sloppy in Game 3 defeat
Associated Press CHICAGO LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers can forget about sweeping the
Police probe homicide, 11th in city this year
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A man who was found shot to death late
Bradford goes to Rams with 1st selection
Associated Press NEW YORK The Big 12, led by Oklahoma, kicked off a big party for itself at
Obstacles in space
Opinion: By Jonathan Coopersmith History News Service President Obama’s plans for the future of America’s
4 candidates vie to unseat US Rep. Wilson
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson faces a political
Volcano tests globalized world
Opinion: Volcano tests globalized world Dallas Morning News: For a while there, the world seemed so small,
China has become the No. 1 outlaw
Opinion: Working in Beijing a few years ago, one free morning I wandered down the street toward the Forbidden
Penguins fall in three overtimes
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Matt Carkner scored at 7:06 of the third overtime to give the Ottawa
Nearly 4 million to pay health-insurance penalty
Associated Press WASHINGTON Nearly 4 million Americans — the vast majority of them middle class
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to 11
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A listing on page C4 in the VIBE entertainment section Thursday contained an incorrect
‘South Park’ episode airs despite warning
Associated Press NEW YORK Comedy Central’s “South Park” included a representation of the Prophet
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Timothy and Nicole Vance, Youngstown, triplets: girl and two
Tea Party planned
Tea Party planned MERCER, Pa. The Christian Coalition of Mercer County is sponsoring a Tea Party
Bob Baffert happy having a Derby underdog
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Bob Baffert has little doubt who should be the favorite in the
Pirates’ loss one for the record book
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. Ryan Braun, Jim Edmonds and the Milwaukee Brewers went totally
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Jackie L. Croyle II, 26, of 237 E. Fairmont Ave. New
Prayer Day ruling to be appealed
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. The Obama administration said Thursday it will appeal a court
oddly enough
oddly enough Cows go roaming on Ohio State campus COLUMBUS Two cows got loose on the Ohio
‘Doomed’ dog gets TV spot
By JC REINDL Blade staff writer TOLEDO Lucas County’s best- known impounded pit bull, once
Man jailed on shooting charges
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Boardman Casimiro Ellis is in Mahoning County jail on an
NCAA expands tourney by 3 teams
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The NCAA has decided not to mess around too much with March
Irish bishop resigns
Irish bishop resigns VATICAN CITY Heads are starting to roll in the Catholic Church’s child-
Rancor is not new to US politics
Opinion: Rancor is not new to US politics As an American citizen, tax- payer, and voter, I agree with the
Financial overhaul
Obama asks industry to ‘join us instead of fighting us’ McClatchy Newspapers NEW YORK Speaking
Lawmakers want to see Obama’s birth certificate
Associated Press PHOENIX Lawmakers in Arizona are expressing doubt over whether President
Talbot pitches well in Tribe win over Twins
By PAUL HOYNES The Cleveland Plain Dealer MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. The first two games at the Twins’
2 men facing federal charges
Staff report Cleveland Two Mahoning Valley men have been indicted by federal grand juries, one
Craigslist posting nets charges
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. A Connecticut man who was feuding with his neighbor targeted
Racing at Sharon and Mercer tracks
HARTFORD The new season of racing begins April 24 at Sharon Speedway with the start of points in
Bengals take a TE at No. 21
Associated Press CINCINNATI Jermaine Gresham nearly bowled over Bengals linebacker coach
49ers take pair of ‘O’ linemen
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Mike Singletary’s offensive line received a major makeover
Weathersfield implements plans to improve finances
Staff report MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield Local School District has implemented some savings
Governor hopefuls bank $12M for fall
Associated Press COLUMBUS The two leading candidates for governor have a combined $12 million in
newsmakers
newsmakers Brees is cover model for Madden NFL Drew Brees has another prize to put next to his
Pa. education secretary to head Allentown schools
Associated Press ALLENTOWN, Pa. State Education Secretary Gerald Zahorchak announced Thursday he
Business Digest
Hospital’s outlook Akron Moody’s Investors Service recently revised the investment outlook for
Boy Scouts speak at Boardman Rotary Club
Pete Blitz from the Boy Scouts of America was the guest speaker at the Apr. 8 meeting of the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.44 .03 Avalon
Long lives carry high price
Opinion: If it ain’t one thing, it’s another. For the last several years, health care reformers have been
Young gymnast hits her marks, wins competition
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Years of hard work resulted in a championship for a young
Memorial Day tradition continues
Bring a folding chair, your children and a few snacks and get ready for the 106th Memorial Day
Canfield adds members to National Honor Society
Canfield High School held its National Honor Society induction ceremony April 16, during which 47
Yellow brick road to research
Staff nurses followed the yellow brick road to their Nursing Research Idea Fair April 15. The fair
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield tennis team wins big at home court The Canfield High School boys’ tennis team defeated
Ursuline Preschool helps Haiti victims
One school coming together to teach children about the act of giving and caring was the goal of
Watson classroom hosts Lunch Box Weather
Warmer weather was on its way as the Watson Elementary first-grade classroom of Patty Manning hosted Lunch Box Weather. Meteorologist Mark Monstrola visited their classroom April 13 with his midday weather forecast, spending the noon hour with the students.
Angels’ garage sale draws thousands
Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale April 16-18 at the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Angels for Animals’ garage sale draws thousands
Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale April 16-18 at the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Sidewalk project still in the works
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Even if the village can’t reach agreement with property
Boardman girls win 10th county title
The Boardman girls track and field team carried on the tradition established by former teammates in
Children’s choir comes to Canfield
As part of its 2009-2010 U.S. tour, the Children of the World International Children’s Choir will
Broadway comes to St. Charles School
The Great White Way will come to Boardman when the St. Charles School Drama Club presents “A Little
Peter Pan flies through Boardman
Springtime at Boardman High School, is the time for April showers, blooming flowers and flying students.
Boardman record holder jumping at Mount Union
Samara Sutton, a 2009 Boardman graduate, is competing on the Mount Union College track and field
Earth Day tradition continues
For 27 years, scouts and volunteers have been scouring the environs of Mill Creek Metropolitan Park
Canfield track teams third at county meet
The Canfield boys and girls varsity track and field teams earned a third-place finish behind
Ursuline Preschool helps Haiti victims
One school coming together to teach children about the act of giving and caring was the goal of
D.A.R.E. officer visits Rotary
Austintown Detective Sgt. Jeff Toth recently shared the impact of the revitalized Drug Abuse
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
Canfield Police Blotter
April 12 Carrying Concealed Weapon, drug charges: Police arrested Seth W. Burr, 21, 2035 Belmont
Dinner to benefit Canfield sophomore
A pasta dinner and Chinese auction to benefit Garrett Schenker will be held Sunday from noon to 4:30
Hilltop students learn the science of weather
Second, third and fourth-grade students at Hilltop Elementary had the opportunity to help a COSI meteorologist-in-training at the COSI On Wheels Current Conditions show April 13.
Angels’ garage sale draws thousands
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
Ursuline Preschool helps Haiti victims
One school coming together to teach children about the act of giving and caring was the goal of
Angels’ garage sale draws thousands
By ABBY SLANKER Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale April 16-18 at the
Ursuline Preschool helps Haiti victims
One school coming together to teach children about the act of giving and caring was the goal of
Watson students show off science projects
BY PAM JADUE neighbors@vindy.com The students and faculty of Watson Elementary School have spent
Canfield briefs
Study of Mill Creek wildlife The Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley will meet Tuesday at the Mill
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEMshakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
Officials get a look at 2011 Cruze
The 2011 Ohio-made Chevy Cruze won’t be available to purchase until later this year, but a test model of the vehicle made an appearance Thursday at the Ohio Statehouse as part of Earth Day festivities, giving lawmakers and state officials a chance to see it up close.
Adults work, students play at bond issue meeting
BY PAM JADUE neighbors@vindy.com Frank Ohl’s student choir and band performed for parents and
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
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Postal worker charged with stealing mail, another with gun fraud
Two Mahoning Valley men have been indicted by federal grand juries, one accused of mail theft and the other accused of soliciting another to make false statements to a firearms dealer.
Teens find body in Liberty
Two teenagers found the body of a man behind the former Perkins restaurant at 3632 Belmont Ave. on Wednesday, police said.
Road worker killed in Pulaski
A PennDOT worker was killed Thursday when he fell from a road grader being used along Pa. Route 551
Inaugural Myrtle Beach flight departs Vienna
VIENNA The first flight from the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport to Myrtle Beach, S.C., on
City school superintendent suggests more cuts
The city school district is looking at cutting 29 jobs for fiscal 2010-11, reductions that will
Oil rig that had explosion sinks, 11 still missing
Oil righ that had explosion sinks, 11 still missing
Pa. turnpike official charged with drunken driving
Pa. turnkpike official charged with drunken driving
Illinois man sues Vatican, pope over Wis. abuse case
Illinois man sues Vatican, pope over Wis. abuse case
GOP wants Ohio Supreme Court building renamed after late chief justice
GOP wants Supreme Court building renamed for Moyer
Home sales rise as jobless claims fall
WASHINGTON (AP) – Home sales rose sharply last month and claims for jobless benefits fell last week.
Lordstown school employees get new contract
LORDSTOWN The village school district has approved a contract with its 22 non-teaching employees
Man sentenced in child endangering case
YOUNGSTOWN — A 27-year-old Springfield Township man has been sentenced to six years in prison for
Europe aims for a normal day in the skies
BRUSSELS (AP) — European airports sent thousands of planes into the sky today after a week of
Whale capsizes canoe off Mass. coast, drowning man
PROVINCETOWN, Mass. (AP) — A man canoeing in the ocean waters off Massachusetts has died after the
Police: Boy, 11, hit in crossfire during shooting
PITTSBURGH (AP) — An 11-year-old Pittsburgh boy is hospitalized after being caught in the crossfire
Cab driver charged with waving gun at police
SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — A cab driver is facing charges after police say he waved a gun at a car full of
Transition Fair for Youngstown students
Choffin Career & Technical Center, 200 E. Wood St., will host a Transition Fair for special-education students and parents in the Youngstown School District.
Poetry reading, program Saturday in Liberty
William Greenway, award-winning author of nine collections of poems and a Youngstown State University professor, will talk about writing poetry
Ex-law enforcement worker-turned-writer to speak
Stacy Dittrich, who worked for 17 years in law enforcement and is now a mystery writer, will speak at 6:30 p.m. next Thursday at the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Avenue NW.
Candlelight vigil Friday for crime victims
A candlelight vigil will be at noon Friday in the Mahoning County Courthouse rotunda, 120 Market St., in observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
HELOISE: Gas on clothes? Launder with care
Dear Heloise: I purchased a nice pair of slacks and wore them to an event where buses were loading
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Archie’ could use teamwork approach
By KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I have been married to “Archie” for 20 years. He
Students of YMTA to present spring recital at Butler North
YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Music Tea-cher’s Association will host a recital by students at 2:15 p.m.
SOCIETY DIGEST
Ticket raffle set YOUNGSTOWN Rookery Radio, a new student internet radio project to start this
Italian Heritage Foundation elects officers, plans festival
YOUNGSTOWN The board of trustees of the Youngstown Italian Heritage Foundation met recently to
Black Nurses Association plans scholarship brunch
Youngstown The Youngstown Warren (Ohio) Black Nurses Association will have its annual scholarship
Lions Club schedules 49th Turtle Derby
Lowellville The 49th annual Youngstown Lions Club Turtle Derby has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
Liberty RIFs 29 teachers
The school district has told 29 teachers that they are laid off next year as part of an annual reduction- in-force notification.
Steelers’ message to Ben: Shape up or you’re out
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger is on his own this time. The Steelers stood
McBride waives her right to hearing in death of her toddler
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Shannon McBride’s demeanor during her court
Ursuline’s Daryll Clark leader on field, in classroom
Ursuline’s Daryll Clark has become a leader on the football field and a dedicated student in the
Former Sheriff Nemeth, 62, dies of cancer
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com BOARDMAN Former three-term Sheriff Edward P. Nemeth,
Girard rallies for AAC victory
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com GIRARD In game that fell in and out of Girard’s grasp, the
Grand jury extension ordered by judge
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Special prosecutors investigating potential
North-South Game has many locals
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Seven area senior standouts will be joined by Salem football
2 plead guilty in animal-cruelty case
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Brian and Betsy Spin each pleaded guilty to six
YSU ROUNDUP || Pittsburgh 21, Youngstown State 12 Niles
Baseball Pittsburgh 21, Youngstown State 12 Niles
Bluebells spring forth in Poland Forest
Bluebells spring forth in Poland Forest By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland It was
Ban on selling guns is vacated
Campbell law was approved Jan. 6 By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell City council
KO Boxing tournament continues with girls crowns on the line
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 22nd K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tourney
Mahoning auditor reduces office hours, cuts staff by 3
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Auditor Michael V.
City school board seeks new audit
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city school board wants the Ohio auditor to
Candidates hit the airwaves at Youngstown Sports Grille
State Rep. Bob Hagan, left, debates his opponent in the May 4 Democratic primary, Don Hanni, at a candidates meeting Tuesday night at the Youngstown Sports Grille, hosted by WKBN radio and the restaurant.
Boardman police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: April 16 Menacing: A worker
Multivitamin linked to nerve problems
Q. Last October, I started having neurological symptoms. My hands were falling asleep every night
WTG
Thursday Dance Brandon Martin’s Benefit Dance Show, 9 p.m., The Lemon Grove Cafe, 122 W. Federal
Issues remain on 40th Earth Day
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pollution before the first Earth Day was not only visible, it was in
Cancer awareness
Doctors and patients are focusing on prevention McClatchy Newspapers DALLAS Rhonda McCartt was
Challenger Sestak criticizes Specter’s ‘Swift-Boat’ ad
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. U.S. Rep. Joe Sestak, the retired Navy vice admiral who is
$197M loss fails to lessen hope
Despite red ink, Chrysler’s first quarter marks an improvement Staff/wire report DETROIT
Filibuster should be mended
Opinion: WASHINGTON My approach on the filibuster is the same as Bill Clinton’s on affirmative action:
It’s a good day to talk trash
Opinion: By Bruce J. PARKER McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON The 40th anniversary of Earth Day is an
Mandrake Project getting vocal
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com First impressions being what they are, Youngstown, the
New This Week
New This Week The Back-up Plan (PG-13) sss After deciding to have a baby on her own, a women
Meeting canceled
Meeting canceled BOARDMAN ABC Water and Storm Water District trustees have canceled today’s
Rosetta Stone, Staples restaurant add options to downtown scene
What do the House of Blues in Cleveland and Rosetta Stone in Youngstown have in common? Both are
Surplus food
Surplus food American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway, 10 a.m. to
TMH accreditation
TMH accreditation Warren Trumbull Memorial Hospital has received a three-year term of
ACTION flicks: ‘Iron Man’ leads a familiar pack
DAVID GERMAIN Associated Press LOS ANGELES Hollywood heroes are expanding their age
Tracy Lawrence is trying a new approach
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When Tracy Lawrence scored a No. 1 single with 2006’s
LIGHTHEARTED FARE: ‘Sex’ and ‘Shrek’ aim for laughs
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer LOS ANGELES Studio executives don’t care about your money.
‘Losers’ is over the top but fun
By ROGER MOORE The Orlando Sentinel So now we see why Chris Evans, the onetime Johnny Storm of
Other action and fantasy highlights:
Other action and fantasy highlights: “Predators” (July 9): Adrien Brody heads a band of human
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Announced by David and Linsay (Jackson) Lewis, 1107 Sunday Lane, Winona Lake, Ind., is the birth of
Best Bets on TV tonight
“The Office” (9 p.m., NBC): It’s another crazy day at “The Office,” where Andy (Ed Helms) goes all-
Other comedy and romance highlights:
Other comedy and romance highlights: “Nanny McPhee 2” (Aug. 20): Emma Thompson returns as the
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Death Takes a Holiday,SDRq Victorian Players Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave.,
U.S. companies will benefit
Opinion: Seattle Times: China recently announced it will strengthen its currency and allow it to move more
Receiver appointed for Eagle Heights
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County Common Pleas magistrate has placed Eagle Heights
Liberty schools notify teachers about 29 layoffs
Staff report liberty The school district has told 29 teachers that they are laid off next year
Despite acquittal, officer has no job
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl says he stands by the firing of a
Penguins hope to close out series
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The young Pittsburgh Penguins have been through everything the
Issue 1 would provide funds for high-tech jobs program
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio voters will decide next month whether to allow the
Columbiana council to seek funds for renovation of South Main Street
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com COLUMBIANA Grace Styer, who is active in Columbiana’s
Equality for all is urged
Opinion: Equality for all is urged While we certainly appreciate the cause of men coming together to better
Relocation of casino site on ballot
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Issue 2 on the May primary ballot would allow an
Land dispute headed to court
Staff report LISBON A battle over an annexation of land to Salem is going to court. Judge
Ohio extends appliance rebates
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has extended its popular rebate program on kitchen and laundry
Rotarians host wine reps from France
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Local Rotarians are the hosts for four
Man convicted in child-sex case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A jury of eight women and four men found a 57-year-old Austintown man
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Michael J. Pallone, 37, of 4066 Baymar Drive #4,
US cars are better, poll says
Associated Press WASHINGTON America’s love affair with the automobile has a new spark — a
More care required around lead paint
Associated Press WASHINGTON Contractors across the country must take additional precautions when
Bulls’ talk spurs LeBron
By Mary Schmitt Boyer The Cleveland Plain Dealer CHICAGO Keep talking, Chicago. LeBron James
newsmakers
newsmakers Stratosphere jump opens to daredevils LAS VEGAS Visitors to the Stratosphere tower
$300K bond set for man in child-rape case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Bond has been set at $300,000 for a man whose conviction by a jury for
Former officer, now mystery writer, to speak
Staff report WARREN Stacy Dittrich, who worked for 17 years in law enforcement and is now a
Lawrence officials OK drug tests for new hires
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. New employees of Lawrence County government will have to undergo
China orders monks out of quake zone
Associated Press BEIJING Earthquake survivors say it was the Tibetan monks who helped first,
Champion defeats Girard, 4-3, in AAC contest
GIRARD Lindsey Swipas, Alison Sorber, Sierra Blackson and Taylor Petersal had RBIs to lead
EARTH DAY events Numerous celebrations are on tap to recognize the 40th anniversary of Earth Day today. Activities scheduled in Mahoning County for April and May:
Today: Third annual Trash Bash Fashion Show. Two shows get under way at 10:30 and 11:20 a.m. in the
Activists want plant to be fish-friendly
Associated Press TOLEDO Electricity-generating plants that suck water out of lakes and rivers
Ex-lawyer for sewer agency faces charges
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former top lawyer for the sewage agency serving northeast Ohio has
French leader seeks ban of veils in public
Associated Press PARIS French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Wednesday ordered legislation that
$100 bill receives high-tech redesign
Associated Press WASHINGTON The folks who print America’s money have designed a high-tech
Mathews decision lambasted
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA The woman who headed Mathews schools levy committee last
Nation & World Digest
Pope vows action in sex-abuse scandal VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI pledged Wednesday that the
Columbiana Co. looks to get ahead of poverty
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Local social-service and faith-based
oddly enough
oddly enough Cleanup crew finds prosthetic leg along Shenango River SHARON, Pa. One item
11 missing in oil-rig blast
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The Coast Guard by sea and air planned to search overnight for 11
Canfield outslugs Boardman, 11-9
Staff report CANFIELD Nick Reinthaler’s first-inning grand slam wiped out Boardman’s 4-0
3 charged with drug trafficking
Staff report youngstown Police charged three men with trafficking in marijuana after executing a
Youngstown police plan to beef up downtown patrols
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With the weather about to get warmer and an
Niles council revises floodplain
Staff report NILES A decision by city council Wednesday to revise the city’s floodplain means
Indians dominated by Twins
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Francisco Liriano is looking a lot like his old, nasty self early
Pirates routed by Milwaukee
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Yovani Gallardo had 10 strikeouts in five shutout innings and the
Ohio Edison seeking approval
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Ohio Edison Co. is seeking approval by the Public
4 candidates take issue with Ryan’s health vote
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan’s two Democratic primary
Obama: Court pick should back women’s rights
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama, treading carefully in the explosive arena of
Ryan bill would provide more funds for incubators
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, introduced a bill Wednesday that
Business Digest
KeyCorp shares rise 14 percent Cleveland KeyCorp shares soared 14 percent Wednesday after the
Unfinished business on this Earth Day
Opinion: By Jane Danowitz McClatchy-Tribune On this 40th anniversary of Earth Day, it’s hard to imagine
UCFC reports $3M loss in 1st quarter
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Home Savings and Loan Co. continues to be troubled
Thunder roars in Trenton
Opinion: MORRISVILLE, Pa. The bridge spanning the Delaware River connects New Jersey’s capital with this
Bank reports $39.7M income
Huntington had a $2.43M loss in the same period last year By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com
Port authority hires new airport director
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport’s new director has
Columbiana Co. sales tax should be renewed May 4
Editorial: Jim Hoppel, Penny Traina and Daniel Bing, commissioners in Columbiana County, have made it clear
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Goske resigns as Boardman basketball coach
The Boardman boys basketball program is looking for a new coach. Jim Goske is stepping down after
Local Rotarians hosts French visitors
Local Rotarians are the hosts for four wine-industry representatives and a Rotary leader from the Burgundy region of France, who are making a four-week visit to the United States.
Ryan promotes funding for incubators
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, introduced a bill Wednesday that would provide additional funding for business incubators.
Mahoning deputy on house arrest
A Mahoning County deputy sheriff is on electronically monitored house arrest after arraignment on a domestic-
Committee member: Mathews BOE is spineless
The woman who headed Mathews schools levy committee last November strongly criticized the board of education for its decision to keep Neal Middle School open for the 2010-2011 school year.
Former sheriff Ed Nemeth dead at 62
Former three-term Sheriff Edward P. Nemeth, who presided over the opening of the Mahoning County Justice Center during his final year in office, died of cancer at 5:35 p.m. Wednesday in Hospice House in North Lima.
100 Niles residents exempt from flood insurance
A decision by city council Wednesday to revise the city’s flood plain means that nearly 100 residents will no longer have to purchase flood insurance.
Youngstown to increase police presence downtown
Increase police presence slated for this summer in Youngstown
Jury finds Austintown man guilty of gross sexual imposition
Jury finds Austintown man guilty of gross sexual imposition
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan introduces bill to provide more funding for business incubators
Ryan incubator act bill
Bond set for man to retried be on child-rape charges
Bond set for man to be retried on child-rape charges
ABC Water and Storm Water District meeting canceled
ABC Water and Storm Water District meeting canceled
Pa. police revoke trooper's OK to assist Roethlisberger
Pa. police revoke trooper's OK to assist Big Ben
'Balloon Boy' parents to pay $36,000 in restitution
'Balloon Boy' parents to pay $36,000 in restitution
YSU professor and poet has program Saturday at Liberty library
YSU prof, poet has program Saturday at Liberty library
Obama: No litmus tests on abortion for Supreme Court pick
Obama: No litmus tests on abortion for Supreme Court pick
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport gets new director
New director for Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport
Roethlisberger expected to be suspended 4-6 games
Ben Roethlisberger is expected to be suspended 4-6 games.
Sarkozy to submit bill banning Islamic face veils
PARIS (AP) — French President Nicolas Sarkozy has ordered legislation that would ban women from
Woman gets probation for starving son
BALTIMORE (AP) — A woman who starved her 1-year-old son to death at the behest of a religious cult
Airlines lose $1.7 billion, ash blame game begins
BERLIN (AP)— Airlines lost at least $1.7 billion in revenue during the volcanic ash crisis, an
GM repays $8.1 billion in loans it got from the U.S. and Canadian governments
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. has repaid the $8.1 billion in loans it got from the U.S. and
Car flees traffic stop, hits deaf school van
WILKINSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Police near Pittsburgh are looking for a man they say was in a car that fled
Firefighter, son charged in fatal beating
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police are considering filing murder charges against a Philadelphia firefighter
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: He wants to be part of baby’s life
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I’m 24 years old and confused. I have been in an on-
HELOISE: Check expiration dates on food cans
Dear Heloise: I was visiting my 95-year-old neighbor, and she mentioned that she had lots of food
AAC extends invitations to Fitch, Jefferson
By ROB TODOR todor@vindy.com The All-American Conference will look radically different in two
Valley jobless rate rises again
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Unemployment in Youngstown reached its highest
Lenhoff to plead guilty to charge
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite his estranged wife’s plan to plead
Penguins earn Horizon split with Vikings
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com CANFIELD The Youngstown State softball team knew that
US civil-rights panel blasts Youngstown hiring policies
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is
Work Ethic Kyle McCarthy hopes hard work pays off with selection in NFL Draft
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com When Danny McCarthy was a kid, spending his weekends playing
Gaudio reinstated to job as deputy clerk
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite his legal and personal troubles
High hopes || Women’s golf heads to conference championships
Women’s golf heads to conference championships By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Youngstown
Volleyball adds 5 recruits to class of ’10
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State first-year volleyball coach Krista Burrows announced
Goddard School focusing on the environment
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Two-year-old Olivia Hetson strikes a pose in
Woman in Warren moves from cocaine addict to loving mom
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Nicole Binion’s lifestyle as a teen growing up in Warren
Softball team taking donations for charity
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown State softball team is asking the community to help it
Contract OK’d to design entrance
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city is moving ahead with plans to build a
Rapp’s arraignment on false-ID charges postponed
Staff report Youngstown The arraignment for Trent Rapp, who is charged with furnishing false
After 50 years, Jane Goodall sees hope amid destruction
World-renowned chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall spoke to a full house Tuesday night at Youngstown's Stambaugh Auditorium. She was welcomed to the stage with a standing ovation.
prep softball
Ursuline 10, Howland 0 BAZETTA Senior Casey Lower had 12 strikeouts and didn’t allow a walk
ODDLY ENOUGH
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SEC looks into books at 19 largest US banks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Securities and Exchange Commission is examining whether any of
‘Idol Gives Back’ promises surprise
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Simon Fuller, the entertainment magnate behind “American Idol” and
Goldman Sachs earns $3.3B as fraud case looms
Associated Press NEW YORK Goldman Sachs reaffirmed its leadership among Wall Street banks as it
Springtime Sumptuousness
Welcome the season with a luxurious menu By Lee Svitak Dean McClatchy Newspapers It was the
Best Bets on TV tonight
“American Idol” (8 p.m., Fox): “American Idol” once again opens its heart — and its wallet — to the
prep baseball roundup
Ursuline 18, Campbell 12 CAMPBELL Anthony Rohan had four hits and Paul Kempe added three as
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Omar M.I. Shkokani, 32, of 7544 Market St., Bldg. 4,
newsmakers
newsmakers Suleman objects to ‘Octomom’ nickname CHICAGO Octuplets mother Nadya Suleman says
Free health fair set at Brookfield
Free health fair set at Brookfield BROOKFIELD Sharon Regional Health System offers a free health
For Crossley, word of mouth is key
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Adam Crossley may be a songwriter, but when discussing
It’s time to end prisoner rape
Opinion: By Lovisa Stannow McClatchy-Tribune April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and one place we
dropoff sites
dropoff sites Specified bins will be set up at these sites for donations of gently used sports
Michael Pavlik granted early release
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Judge R. Scott Krichbaum has granted
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday ABC Water and Storm Water District Board of Trustees, 1 p.m., Boardman Township
Surplus food
Surplus food E.B. Family Life Center, formerly Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church, 7 S. Garland
ITunes’ top five selling albums of the week ending April 19, 2010:
ITunes’ top five selling albums of the week ending April 19, 2010: v“Congratulations,” MGMT
Sweet and nutty spring special recipes
Family Features Looking for a great way to make spring gatherings even more special? Try adding
Yogurt replaces fat, adds flavor
McClatchy Newspapers When it comes to baking light, yogurt is an ingredient workhorse. The
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Ismael and Yolanda Garcia, Youngstown, boy, April
Phantoms’ Sekac playing in world event
YOUNGSTOWN The International Ice Hockey Federation’s World Under-18 championship has reached its
Browns open at TB; host Steelers in finale
Associated Press For the first time since 1999, the Browns will open the season on the road. The
Warren Fire Dept. gets federal grant
Staff report WARREN The Warren Fire Department has received a $214,020 federal grant that will
Civil- rights leader dies
Associated Press WASHINGTON Dorothy Height, the leading female voice of the 1960s civil-rights
Former coach pleads guilty to sex charges
Staff report WARREN George T. Swogger, 25, of Hubbard, a former Brookfield Middle School
More than 230 Valley students to participate in Day of Caring
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN More than 230 Valley students are expected to
Singer Kelly Clarkson sparks smoking debate
Associated Press BOGOR, Indonesia Just a few miles after passing a towering Marlboro Man ad, a
Supreme Court strikes down ban
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court, with only one dissenting vote Tuesday, struck
Earth Day celebrations
Numerous celebrations are on tap to recognize the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on Thursday.
Different view, different priorities
Opinion: Different view, different priorities Concerning the opinionated April 15 column by Bill Mullane,
Moon’s big night shows Cavs’ depth
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jamario Moon has been showing off his nifty dance steps during
Census: Sexes equal in advanced degrees
Associated Press WASHINGTON Women are just as likely as men to have completed college and to
Nation & World Digest
Heathrow airport reopens to flights LONDON Europe’s busiest airport reopened Tuesday as air
Limiting open enrollment mulled
Staff report struthers The school board is considering whether to limit open enrollment to
Innocent Iraqis face charges
Opinion: BAGHDAD I came to Iraq to find my driver Salam, who has been unjustly imprisoned for the last 16
Renewal of Mahoning County sales tax assures vital services; we urge a yes vote on Issue 3
Editorial: The voters in Ma- honing County have it in their power to throw the county into chaos. All they have
FDA urged to force cutback in salt content
Associated Press WASHINGTON Too much salt is hidden in Americans’ food, and federal regulators
3 sentenced for unlicensed dental practice
Staff report boardman Three people who worked at a South Avenue dentistry office have been
Masternick resigns as Trumbull rep on port authority
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA John J. Masternick has resigned as Trumbull County
Extension service looks at ways to raise funds
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com One of Columbiana County’s agencies may not get funding
nhl roundup
Flyers 4, Devils 1 PHILADELPHIA Jeff Carter scored two goals and Danny Briere had one to end
Indians lose in series opener
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Kevin Slowey handcuffed Cleveland’s struggling offense for eight
prep sports at a glance
Baseball linescores URSULINE 18, CAMPBELL 12 Ursuline1260063—18136 Campbell4160001—12106
Protest can be patriotic, from the left or right
Opinion: “I am sick and tired of people who say that if you debate and you disagree with this administration,
Track roundup
CANFIELD Canfield senior Dustin Brode set a school and Canfield High stadium record in the shot
Pirates routed by Milwaukee
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Dave Bush pitched seven shutout innings and the Milwaukee Brewers
Alcoa wheels on Eco
Alcoa wheels on Eco cleveland The 2011 Cruze Eco will sport Alcoa wheels, Chevrolet announced
OSU’s Torrence is top DB
Associated Press COLUMBUS After years of sharing so much with graduating college teammates,
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Crosby leads Pens to 7-4 win
Associated Press OTTAWA With a wildly offensive second period straight out of the 1980s, Sidney
Violent rhetoric is troubling
Opinion: The recent spike in violent political rhetoric coupled with last week’s arrest of two men who
Lorena Ochoa says she’ll retire
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Lorena Ochoa is retiring, just as Annika Sorenstam did two years
major league baseball roundup
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 7, Rangers 6 BOSTON Darnell McDonald, called up from the minors
YSU student will appear on ‘Inside Edition’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Ty Campana of Struthers will be profiled on “Inside Edition”
Millionth fan enters city arena
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Balloons and applause met Jessica Hayes as she
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British airspace reopens
Britain has reopened its airspace this evening as British Airways said a flight had arrived at London's Heathrow Airport, according to the New York Times.
All-American Conference adds Fitch and Jefferson
The All-American Conference voted on Tuesday to add Austintown Fitch and Jefferson Area to its
Specter, Sestak duel on the air in Pa. Senate race
Specter, opponent duel on the air in Pa. Senate race
Judge grants Michael Pavlik Jr. early release from jail
Judge grants Michael Pavlik Jr. early release from jail
Millionth fan expected at Covelli Centre tonight
Tonight at the Covelli Centre, the millionth fan will pass through the gates and be awarded a very
Hubbard man pleads guilty to sex charge with minor
Hubbard man pleads guilty to sex charge with minor
Warren Fire Dept. gets federal funds to purchase equipment
WFD uses federal funds to purchase equipment
10 apply for part-time McDonald school superintendent's post
10 apply for part-time McDonald school superintendent's post
Space shuttle Discovery, crew of 7 back on Earth
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Shuttle Discovery and its astronauts returned safely to Earth on today
Alyssa Lenhoff charged in investigation of husband's former office
Alyssa Lenhoff, the wife of former Attorney General Marc Dann, was charged with having an unlawful
Some EU flights resume but travel chaos not over
LONDON (AP) — Many European flights took to the skies today for the first time in days but the
Crime author to speak in Warren
WARREN Stacy Dittrich, who worked 17-years in law enforcement and is now a mystery writer, will
Day of caring Saturday
More than 230 area students are expected to take part in 13 community service projects during the
Trooper: Man admitted beating slain Pa. toddler
INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — A state trooper alleges that a western Pennsylvania man told him he killed his
Former sex-crimes sergeant charged in sex assault
BENSALEM, Pa. (AP) — A former sergeant who headed a suburban Philadelphia police department’s sex
Auction to include Elton John tickets
Emmanuel Community Care Center will have its sixth “Fine Art of Caring” fund-raiser dinner and auction at 6 p.m. Saturday at Mount Carmel Social Hall, 343 Via Mount Carmel.
Radio club to meet
Radio club to meet BOARDMAN A meeting of Western Reserve Amateur Radio Club will be at 7 tonight
Bar-B-Que is benefit for memorial fund
BROOKFIELD The 21st annual Strimbu Bar-B-Que has been scheduled for May 5 at the Yankee Lake
HELOISE: Identity stolen? Act quickly
Dear Readers: As careful as we try to be, purses and wallets do get stolen or lost! Identity thieves
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Adult kids shun parents
Dear Annie: When our children were growing up, their father was working, sleeping or playing golf. I
Historical society to sponsor High Tea
Austintown The Austintown Historical Society will have its 17th annual High Tea on Sunday at
Beatitude house to host wine taste and auction
BOARDMAN Beatitude House will host its 11th annual wine taste and auction at 6 p.m. May 7 at The
‘I’m still ticked off’
Kelly Pavlik says the defeat to Sergio Martinez has made him hungry to get the titles back
Tradition matters in Mooney softball
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN Moments after his 301st victory, 20th-year Mooney
KV’s Krew set for MS Walk
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com CANFIELD Mrs. “V,” as she is known to her students, has
Nelson is proud of KO Drugs tourney
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament has
Turner’s future with OSU still unresolved
By Doug Lesmerises The Cleveland Plain Dealer When Ohio State football recruit Jamel Turner was
Ruling returns Miles to job
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com youngstowN Campbell’s finance director can go back to
Trucker in crash: ‘I might have blacked out’
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG Donald P. Williams Jr., the Austintown man whose
YSU engineering ID’d as ‘emerging center’
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com youngstown Youngstown State University didn’t get a state
Library board mulls its options, strategies
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Thanks largely to tough economic times, the Public
Calvary, West Side Baptist use merger approach to advantage
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown The congregations of Calvary Baptist Church,
Nation & World Digest || Senators subpoena White House
Senators subpoena White House WASHINGTON In a rare public dispute between a Democratic-led
Oklahoma City marks 15 years since bombing
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano told survivors
Decision disappoints group
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The commander of the task force that has been heading up
Canfield and Austintown police calls
Police calls CANFIELD CITY April 12 Carrying Concealed Weapon, drug charges: Police arrested
‘Robert the Younger’ is Boston race champ
Associated Press BOSTON Let him be known from Copley Square to Kenya as “Robert the Younger” —
Tigers win on Bovo’s hit
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN With the tying and winning runs on base and
Sacred sight
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown For Richard Scarsella, there is nothing more
Demonstrators carry firearms
second-amendment rallies Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. Dozens of Second Amendment-rights
2 seek nod in GOP primary
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Republican primary for state auditor pits a freshman
Ex-officer charged
Ex-officer charged YOUNGSTOWN A former Youngstown and Hubbard Township police officer faces
Meet Kerry Killinger, the man who destroyed WaMu
Opinion: By Roger Lowenstein Los Angeles Times Kerry Killinger, the deposed head of Washington Mutual,
Feed the Need
Feed the Need YOUNGSTOWN The Big Reach Center of Hope, a ministry of Greenford Christian
Stevens becomes 2nd US justice to turn 90
Associated Press WASHINGTON His tenure on the Supreme Court touched four decades, after service
Salem school district to offer free summer-lunch program
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM A free Summer Food Service Program will be offered
Date set for Polivka’s domestic-violence trial
Staff report WARREN Visiting Judge Jerry Hayes has set a date of 9 a.m. July 26 for Trumbull
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Albert Haberstroh, a Republican candidate for the 64th Ohio House District, provided
Street dept. pact OK’d
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Not wanting to strike, the 31-member city
Mo’Nique’s brother admits molestation
Associated Press CHICAGO The brother of Academy Award-winner Mo’Nique said Monday on Oprah
Best Bets on TV tonight
“Glee” (9 p.m., Fox): Madonna fans will get a kick out of the latest episode of “Glee,” which finds
LeBron carries Cavs
By Brian Windhorst The Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND The Cavaliers do indeed have a lot of
Civil rights warrior
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: Another civil rights icon is gone with the death Thursday of the Rev. Dr.
Hamlin edges Johnson in Texas
By Reid Spencer Sporting News NASCAR Wire Service FORT WORTH, Texas Denny Hamlin has a new
Europe resumes some air travel despite volcano
Associated Press LONDON Europe began to emerge from a volcanic cloud Monday, allowing limited
Dental-health center gets larger facility
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. Money from the federal stimulus funds helped pay for a community
Leading indicators increase 1.4 percent
Economy on the rebound? Associated Press NEW YORK A gauge of future economic activity jumped
Funds are sought to relocate bridge
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON The Columbiana County Engineer already is at work
Students offer ideas to improve Youngstown academics
ACT and OGT preparation classes, a high-quality and rigorous curriculum and a transition plan from eighth to ninth grade are just some of the suggestions by East High School seniors.
Dems approve $25M for rail plan
Associated Press COLUMBUS A plan to restore passenger- rail service between Cleveland and
Mother of Wis. bride delivers woman’s baby
Mother of Wis. bride delivers woman’s baby MILWAUKEE A Wisconsin woman who went into labor on
Pens have big edge in series
Associated Press OTTAWA Trailing by a game in their first-round series against the defending
Court weighs workers’ privacy
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court appears likely to rule against public employees
Death-row inmate denied clemency
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gov. Ted Strickland denied clemency Monday to a death-row inmate
McDonald school board cuts 16 jobs for 2010-11
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD The school board approved the first layoffs brought on
Catale: Charter school won’t be new one
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The president of the Youngstown school board says he
Most who used rebates make $40K to $60K
Associated Press COLUMBUS A newspaper finds that nearly half the households taking advantage of
LOTTERY
LOTTERY Monday drawings multistate Jackpot in tonight’s Mega Millions drawing is an estimated
newsmakers
newsmakers Chris Brown to host Haiti benefit concert NEW YORK Chris Brown will headline and
GM to repay loan before June
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. will fully repay the $6.7 billion loan portion of
Man denies killing, dismembering wife
Associated Press CINCINNATI A man charged with murdering his wife and cutting up her body
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mathews school board, executive session, 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting,
The top five movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters Friday through Sunday, followed by distribution
The top five movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters Friday through Sunday, followed by distribution
Top al-Qaida figures killed in Iraq, officials say
Associated Press BAGHDAD The U.S. and Iraq claimed a major victory against al-Qaida on Monday,
Steelers expect news soon
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger zipped passes to his wide receivers, exchanged
Buy or rent? Cost gap narrows
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Thinking of buying a home? Consider this: The gap between monthly
SPORTS DIGEST || Thomas selected for Horizon League honors
Thomas selected for Horizon League honors INDIANAPOLIS Youngstown State sophomore Haley Thomas
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Classes of 1959 and 1960 will meet for breakfast at 9 a.m. Saturday at
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor George Takei is 73. Singer Johnny Tillotson is 71. Actor Ryan O’Neal is 69.
Toyota recalls SUVs, agrees to $16.4M fine
Associated Press WASHINGTON Toyota hurriedly ordered recalls of nearly 10,000 Lexus SUVs for
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Lowell D. Smith, 60, of 7616 Hitchcock Road,
Poll: Most in US against legal pot
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Most Americans still oppose legalizing marijuana, but larger
First Niles posts loss of $151,000
Staff report niles First Niles Financial, the holding company for Home Federal Savings and Loan
Selected local stocks
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Mexico wants U.S. retirees
Opinion: MEXICO CITY Mexico is silently working on proposals aimed at drawing millions of U.S. retirees to
Third Frontier’s opening new technological vistas
Editorial: If the outpouring of support for State Issue 1, which would continue funding for Ohio’s Third
State approves loan for new warehouse
Staff report warren The state has approved a $2 million loan for Anderson-Dubose to consolidate
Foreclosure plan not enough
Opinion: By Brian Gilmore McClatchy-Tribune The recent announcement by the Obama administration to do
Freedom is being choked
Opinion: By Robert Higgs Free Lance-Star OAKLAND, Calif. The health care legislation recently bulldozed
Business Digest
Data center Westerville DRS, an information-technology consulting firm based in Youngstown, has
Monday, April 19 (83 stories)
Pavlik: ‘Without that cut, there would have been no hesitation’
Kelly Pavlik tells Vindicator sports reporter Joe Scalzo he believes the cuts over his eyes caused
City cops investigating shooting on North Side
City police investigating shooting on city's North Side
Former Hubbard, Youngstown cop charged with sex crime in Fla.
Former Hubbard, Youngstown cop charged with sex crime in Fla.
Stimulus funds used to expand New Castle dental office
Stimulus funds used to expand New Castle dental office
Street department approves city contract offer
Not wanting to go on strike, the 31-member city street department union today approved the
Police charge Austintown man with public indecency
Police charge Austintown man with public indecency
Court takes up public employees’ privacy case
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court appears likely to rule against public employees who claimed a
Oklahoma City marks 15 years since bombing
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Survivors and family members of the 168 people who died in the bombing of the
US: Deaths of 2 al-Qaida in Iraq leaders big blow
BAGHDAD (AP) - U.S. and Iraqi forces killed the two top al-Qaida figures in the country in a
YSU misses “Center of Excellence” designation
youngstown Youngstown State University didn’t get a state “Center of Excellence” designation for
Officer puzzled by no-bills
The commander of the task force that has been heading up drug raids in the city since last fall says
Leading indicators jump 1.4 pct
NEW YORK (AP) — A gauge of future economic activity jumped 1.4 percent in March, the fastest pace of
PM says 2 top al-Qaida in Iraq figures killed
BAGHDAD (AP) - Iraq’s prime minister says two of the most wanted al-Qaida in Iraq figures have been
US Gov’t says Toyota accepted record $16.4M fine
WASHINGTON (AP) - Toyota Motor Corp. agreed Monday to pay a record $16.4 million fine for failing to
Feed the Need Saturday at Covelli
YOUNGSTOWN The Big Reach Center of Hope, a ministry of Greenford Christian Church, will host the
Bingo to benefit playground fund
Bingo to benefit playground fund LEAVITTSBURG Be Somebody will present bingo for the entire
HELOISE: Photos help nail the right presents
Dear Heloise: Since so many people have cell phones with cameras, I can share what my husband and I
Award to be presented at CHS alumni banquet
CAMPBELL Campbell Memorial High School Alumni Association will have its fourth annual spring
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Distant husband has her worried
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband of many years has become emotionally
Boardman considers new fee on businesses
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN The township is looking for ways to ensure that
Really ‘Big Show’ to open in Valley
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com EAST PALESTINE The Big Show is coming back. A group of
Lyell’s next fight set for May in WV
Special to The Vindicator Niles native Billy Lyell makes his return to the boxing ring on May 7 in
Shooting of OSU recruit probed
Staff report Youngstown Unidentified assailants opened fire on former Ursuline High School
Flower enthusiasts warm up to the season at Fellows show
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Spring was in the air inside the D.D. and Velma
Aquadro throws 3-hitter in Penguins’ win over Le Moyne
Staff report Niles Freshman Blake Aquadro held Le Moyne to an unearned run on three hits as the
OVI task force makes 11 arrests
Staff report Youngstown The Mahoning County OVI Task Force arrested five people Saturday night
City man arrested in stabbing
Staff report Youngstown A city man was arrested after being accused of stabbing his neighbor.
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
Health-care law has 1st US long-term care plan
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON A casual observer of the health-care debate might think the
Chicago’s ‘villain’ rips into Garnett
Associated Press Cleveland Already despised and cast as a villain in Cleveland, Bulls center
What’s next for Kelly?
Team Pavlik members remove the gloves of boxer Kelly Pavlik after the middleweight champion lost his titles to Sergio Martinez on Saturday night in Atlantic City, N.J.
Taliban: Buildup under way
Associated Press KANDAHAR, Afghanistan The Taliban are moving fighters into Kandahar, planting
Geithner: Economy is growing fast
Geithner: Economy is growing fast WASHINGTON Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said the
Lady Antebellum wins 5 CMA Awards, Carrie Underwood makes history
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Carrie Underwood made history at the Academy of Country Music Awards
Counting sea life proves a big job
Associated Press WASHINGTON If the Census Bureau thinks it has its hands full counting
Tearful pope: Church will better protect young
Associated Press VALLETTA, Malta With tears in his eyes, Pope Benedict XVI made his most
VAT should replace, not supplement, income tax
Opinion: WASHINGTON When liberals advocate a value-added tax, conservatives should respond: Taxing
Whiff of change in pot vote
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer The voters of trendsetting California may well decide this
An economic turning point
Opinion: By Gary Reischel McClatchy-Tribune America faces an unprecedented challenge to our long-term
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU golf takes second
YSU golf takes second Highland, Mich. The Youngstown State men’s golf team had its best finish
Nation & World Digest
US aid cuts hit democracy groups CAIRO President Barack Obama has dramatically cut funds to
US recession is ending? Some don’t buy it
Associated Press TWINSBURG The clerk at the candy shop does not want to cry. She is
Youth theater to present ‘Cinderella’
Youth theater to present ‘Cinderella’ YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre will
THIS WEEK’S DVD RELEASES
Available Tuesday: “Cheech & Chong’s Hey Watch This” “Crazy Heart” “Godspeed” “Homecoming” “Leaves
Poland bids farewell to president, wife
Associated Press KRAKOW, Poland Tens of thousands of Poles bade farewell to President Lech
WINNERS
WINNERS Country Music Awards List of winners at the 45th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards
Crime lab at center of growing scandal
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The tape recorder started rolling as two police investigators
Secretary-of-state hopefuls target Ohio’s election system
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Republican primary race for secretary of
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH NJ school cafeteria serves up cheese-sandwich punishment ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.
Mulling over Dad’s predictions
Opinion: Mulling over Dad’s predictions Given the current state of the economy, I would like to share some
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Guerra organizes concert for Haiti SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic Dominican
The top five concert tours ranked by average box-office gross per city; includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours ranked by average box-office gross per city; includes the average ticket
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Answers to weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable. South you hold: xA Q 10 8 6 5 4 uVoid vA J 6
Schools can’t do it all
Opinion: Schools can’t do it all Ironton (Ohio) Tribune: Maybe school violence isn’t on the rise but recent
Best Bets on TV tonight
“Earth Days” (9 p.m., PBS): “Earth Days,” the latest installment of “American Experience,” traces
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, public relations
Dish to add Epix to list of channels
Associated Press NEW YORK Dish Network subscribers will have available to them some of the
Years ago
Today is Monday, April 19, the 109th day of 2010. There are 256 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Rain delays NASCAR twinbill
Associated Press FORT WORTH, TEXAS For all the talk about green-white-checkered finishes in
1. BRITAIN
Opinion: 1. BRITAIN The Times, London, April 14: Forty years ago Gene Kranz, as flight director for the
Speaker announced for Salem event
Staff report SALEM The Salem Historical Society’s 40th Founders’ Day Dinner speaker will focus
Prep sports at a glance
WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL SATURDAY LINESCORE Chaney 10, Lowellville 9 Lowellville2023101—994
Canfield falls to Walsh Jesuit
AKRON Kasey McMurray’s double and Brina Sturgeon’s RBI single weren’t enough on Sunday as the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.08 0.00 Avalon
Woman robbed
Woman robbed Youngstown A city woman was robbed at knife point early Sunday. The 35-year-old
'Deadliest Warrior' offers bloody history lessons
McClatchy-Tribune It sounds like the kind of thing that would emerge either from the mind of an
Goldman Sachs facing questions in Europe
Associated Press LONDON Goldman Sachs is facing a potential backlash in Europe over the fraud
Airlines test skies, press to end ban
Associated Press AMSTERDAM Airlines that sent test flights into European airspace found no
In the Democratic primary for US Senate: Lee Fisher
Editorial: One of the things Jennifer Brunner and Lee Fisher agree on in the Democratic primary for the U.S.
Steelers’ Roethlisberger back — but for how long?
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Today, Ben Roethlisberger will line up under center, take the snap
Sunday, April 18 (124 stories)
Ohio State recruit Turner shot in ankle, hip
YOUNGSTOWN Unidentified assailants opened fire on former Ursuline High School football player
Crosby, Malkin lead Penguins past Senators
OTTAWA (AP) — Sidney Crosby had a goal and an assist, Evgeni Malkin scored his third playoff goal,
Sobriety checkpoint in downtown Youngstown nets five OVI arrests
STAFF Report Youngstown The Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force arrested five people
Warm spring brings bountiful blooms to Mill Creek flower show
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Spring was in the air inside the Davis Education
What’s next for the boxing career of Pavlik?
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown When Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini was nearing the end of
Falcons are movin’ on up in downtown Youngstown
milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A peregrine falcons’ nest in the city’s downtown has moved up from
Boardman considers charging fees to businesses based on their drain on services
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN The township is looking for ways to ensure
Plans are told for Miss Slater and Mr. Boggs
Announcing the engagement of Danielle L. Slater and Raymond M. Boggs Jr., both of 8150 Tod Ave., are
Miss Kennehan to be June bride of Mr. Fitch
austintown James and Rita Kennehan of Austintown are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Cheryl Sampson, David Stefanini are engaged
Dennis J. and Wanda Zavatsky of 1219 Victory Hill Lane, Austintown, and Rodger and Ellen Sampson of
Skerkavich anniversary is celebrated
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Skerkavich, 2937 Eddie St., attended a Mass at Holy Name Church and
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Should stepmom go to cops?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My 20-year-old stepson, “Marshall,” has lived with
FEDERATED CLUBS | Meetings announced
wednesday Past Officers members are to park in the lot at St. James Meeting House for an 11 a.m.
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY: Julia Cost
Born: Julia Kowalchik, April 6, 1910, in Conamaugh, Pa. Parents: Julie and Michael Kowalchik.
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Georgiana Minghetti
Residence: Inn at Christine Valley, 3150 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown. Born: April 20, 1910, in
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. Afterward members
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Community Legal Aid will conduct a Will Clinic on April 26 at Senior Independence Senior Center of
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Vincent Domencetti
Born: April 11, 1910, in Dongo, Italy. Residence: Lives in his own home in Salem. Background:
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY A meeting of Ruth Shrine 64 will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the Poland Masonic Building.
Girls Night Out event is worth repeating
YOUNGSTOWN Girls Night Out at Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek MetroParks has become such
History buffs welcome
History buffs welcome YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Shenango Valley Historical Club will meet at 3 p.m.
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
MONDAY Garden Gate will have a program on making a metal picture frame with magnets at 7 p.m.
His parents call him a sponge, but you may think he’s ... A pint-sized prodigy
The first of his abilities was TALKING BY 6 MONTHS BY Natalie lariccia news@vindy.com
Democrats Brunner, Fisher tout experience in race for US Senate
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Democrats will decide May 4 who will be the
Local organizations offer fresh produce
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Grow Youngstown and Grow Warren are now selling shares of fresh local
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Tribune Q. With the number of new movies being shown in 3-D, I’m
KELLY’S REIGN ENDS
In 12-round battle, Martinez outlasts Ghost By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.
Plus-size furniture
The scale of furniture has increased over the last decade Los Angeles Times It can be a bit
Independent probe is necessary
Opinion: There he was in all his probatorial glory, telling the public about his job as Mahoning County’s
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
Faxes getting costly? Send, receive via e-mail
I recently bought a new fax machine for my home office. I also maintain a separate phone number as
Dollywood celebrates 25th anniversary ‘Go big or go home’
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Dolly Parton seems to live her life by the motto “Go big or go
Dana music fest to feature ensemble
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Aurista Chamber Ensemble of New York will be the guest group at the
Milk of magnesia works as deodorant
Q. I have really smelly underarms. Sometimes they get so bad even I can’t stand it. I’ve tried using
Third Frontier good for area
Opinion: In these days of partisan wrangling and name-calling, the emergence of an issue that garners
Convicted killer on suicide watch in Youngstown
Associated Press YOUNGSTOWN The next inmate to be executed in Ohio is getting heightened
Ludt’s record in office justifies Democratic Party nomination
Editorial: Government in Mahoning County will continue to confront budgetary challenges even if voters renew a
OSU FOOTBALL News and notes
OSU FOOTBALL News and notes Simon stars: The assumption was that Cardinal Mooney’s John Simon
Bill Clinton: Words really matter
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former President Bill Clinton warned of a slippery slope from angry
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES HONORS Employer awards ARLINGTON, VA. Three Ohio employers are semifinalists
Association of churches to sponsor festival
Association of churches to sponsor festival boardman Mahoning Valley Association of Churches
Cavaliers in control of Game 1 vs. Bulls
Associated Press cleveland They’ve got more depth. They’ve got more size. They’ve got Shaq. And,
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Cortland Savings & Banking v. Raymond L. Roddewig et al,
Just got word that Paul Williams — aka Pavlik’s nemesis — is sitting ringside. If
Just got word that Paul Williams — aka Pavlik’s nemesis — is sitting ringside. If Pavlik wins
Sleeping in made her a survivor
Sleeping in made her a survivor JIEGU, China Her roommates used to call her a “lazy pig” for
Airlines moving toward profits
Airlines moving toward profits Associated Press ATLANTA Fares are higher, demand is up and
Most Americans don’t trust the US government, poll says
Associated Press WASHINGTON Can you trust Washington? Nearly 80 percent of Americans say they
Tressel contract loaded with extras
By Ken Gordon The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS When Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel leaves
Fast starter
— Pavlik vs. Martinez undercard — Campbell’s Chris Hazimihalis polishes off foe midway through
Son should make the most of country living
Q. We live in the country and my 7-year-old son is bored out of his mind. He desperately wants to
Health coverage rates on the rise
AREA increases AS MUCH AS 30% By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com Ink on the health-care- reform
Volcano keeps spitting out ash
Associated Press PARIS The Icelandic volcano that has kept much of Europe land-bound is far from
“Policeman” is one of the dozens of Brownie characters created by Palmer Cox in the late
“Policeman” is one of the dozens of Brownie characters created by Palmer Cox in the late 1890s. This
Collectors seek Brownie memorabilia
The Brownies, drawn by Palmer Cox, are almost unknown to anyone younger than 80 today, but they were
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending April 10
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Changes” by Jim Butcher (Roc) 2. “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett
Vote yes on state Issue 2
Editorial: Vote yes on state Issue 2 The City of Columbus is going to have a casino, whether it wanted one
Campbell author to sign first book
Campbell author to sign first book BOARDMAN Loreatha V. Hawkins of Campbell will sign copies of
v“Wild Raspberries,” 1 p.m. An exhibition of a cookbook spoof created by Andy Warhol in
v“Wild Raspberries,” 1 p.m. An exhibition of a cookbook spoof created by Andy Warhol in 1959 opens
BOOK REVIEWS
“The Whale: In Search of the Giants of the Sea” By Philip Hoare (HarperCollins, 453 pages,
record reviews
‘Congratulations’ MGMT (Columbia) Grade: B While Oracular Spectacular, the first album from
New Music Festival at YSU | Schedule of events
All events for the New Music Festival are free and open to the public, with the exception of the
Militia member says he wasn’t aware of any plot
Associated Press DETROIT An Ohio man charged in what federal prosecutors say was a Christian
Injured Iraq veteran from Dayton kills himself at VA medical center
Associated Press DAYTON An Iraq War veteran who killed himself outside a Veterans Affairs
Storms cut power to thousands in Pa.
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A severe storm system carrying wind gusts up to 86 mph toppled trees
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
‘Blithe Spirit’ is Playhouse winner
By MILAN Paurich news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Maybe the third time really is the charm. After two
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 18, the 108th day of 2010. There are 257 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
ODOT traffic advisory
Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 issued a traffic advisory regarding several new and
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FB1/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Slovenian heritage
Slovenian heritage ENON VALLEY, Pa. The SNPJ Heritage Center will host a Slovenian heritage
Phone or drive; either or
Opinion: Phone or drive; either or I can’t help but wonder how many people will have to be injured or
Pa. officials to search for unlicensed dogs
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. State officials will search door-to-door
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Liberty school board, public caucus, 6 p.m., followed by scheduled meeting,
Annual cleanup set in Springfield
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD Springfield Township trustees announced
Speakers address Warren charter panel
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Warren Charter Committee heard from two “voices of
Crowd rallies for gun rights
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Campbell About 100 people gathered here to rally for their
NASCAR’s late-race strategy disappearing
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Double-file restarts and the chance for multiple attempts at
Report: Guard inquiry not referred to police
Associated Press AKRON A juvenile-detention guard was fired but faced no criminal investigation
Fugitive nabbed in Kentucky
Associated Press VERSAILLES, Ky. A Mafia-affiliated fugitive who escaped from federal custody by
Surplus food
Surplus food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown.
Victims vigil will mark 25th year
Staff report WARREN Twenty-five years ago, when the first victims vigil was held here, Miriam
Officials: Soldier dismissed for threats
Associated Press BAGHDAD The U.S. Army has dismissed a soldier who threatened fellow troops and
Celebrities forced to cancel shows
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A volcanic cloud of ash hovering over Europe is causing quite a
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS 79 Associated Press
The pairs of women’s panties East Lansing Police say a 19-year-old Michigan State University student
Records fall at county meet despite weather
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN As if the competition weren’t stiff enough,
Associated Press
Associated Press HARARE, Zimbabwe When will all this end? It’s a common refrain in Zimbabwe.
From Mom’s magic cupboard falls another chapter of childhood
Opinion: The little black kettle came bouncing out of the cupboard. It rolled onto the floor past my wife
Slimy critter caught in Licking River
Associated Press VISALIA, Ky. Jimmy Blackaby got a surprise while fishing in the Licking River
Candidates release finance reports
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If money and incumbency are key factors in
newsmakers
newsmakers Jay-Z sues Ortiz NEW YORK Jay-Z and a business partner are suing slugger David
Pope begins pilgrimage in nation hit by sex scandal
Associated Press VALLETTA, Malta Pope Benedict XVI on Saturday began a pilgrimage in Malta, a
JENNIFER BRUNNER
JENNIFER BRUNNER Age: 53 Home: Columbus Education: A law degree from Capital University Law
Runner ready for ‘Holy Grail’
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com VIENNA If Terry McCluskey’s winded “hello” following a
Karzai appoints new head for election commission
Associated Press KABUL President Hamid Karzai took key steps toward reforming the country’s
Pirates rally in 9th to beat Cincinnati
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Garrett Jones singled off the wall in right-center with the bases
Iowa town rejects flood buyouts despite benefits
Associated Press CHELSEA, Iowa Two years ago, Larry Frese thought he’d escaped the worst of a
Area golf calendar
MAY 2 — The 8th Annual Bedford Trails Youth Golf Tournament at the Bedford Trails Golf Course.
Cardinal: John Paul II backed priest-shielding
Associated Press ROME Spanish media are quoting a retired Vatican cardinal as saying the late
Global leaders can’t get to funeral
Associated Press WARSAW, Poland Some 100,000 Poles filled Warsaw’s biggest public square
Neighborhood Ministries joins campaign
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Neighborhood Ministries, a United Way agency with community outreaches
Pride Center plans garden and trail
Staff report Youngstown The Mahoning Valley Pride Center’s major project of the spring and
Ohio pharmacy students learn to clown around
Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The professor marched forward wearing a feathered wig and a bulbous
Crosby carries the Pens
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The memory of Sidney Crosby hoisting the Stanley Cup last year
John Simon scores in OSU scrimmage
By KEN GORDON The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The Ghost of Great Defenses Past poked his head
Miller tops at Senior Women
Mary L. Miller’s 660 was the top score in the 18th annual Senior Singles Tournament of the
Indians rally in eighth to beat Chicago
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ozzie Guillen knows it’s too early to panic. On the other hand, the
Rockies’ Jiminez no-hits Atlanta
Associated Press ATLANTA Ubaldo Jimenez pitched the first no-hitter in the Colorado Rockies’
Pavlik notebook
Final round woes: At Saturday’s post-fight press conference, Top Rank chairman Bob Arum and Kelly
SECRETARY OF STATE candidates There are two Republicans running in their party’s May 4 primary. There is no Democratic primary.
SANDRA O’BRIEN Age: 58 Hometown: Ashtabula Education: A master’s degree in administration from
Wright State blanks YSU softball team
By JIM FLICK sports@indy.com CANFIELD YSU coach Brian Campbell says the ball didn’t bounce the
Elite edge
Crosby and Malkin net goals as Penguins take 2-1 series lead Associated Press Pittsburgh Even
Bucs extend mastery in close games
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The numbers don’t seem to mesh. The Pittsburgh Pirates have been
Toyota to mollify US public with fine
McClatchy Newspapers TOKYO Toyota Motor Corp. is considering paying a record fine imposed by the
Speaking of controversial bills ...
Opinion: How well I remember The controversy involving the G.I. Bill of Rights during the Second World War.
Too good a deal to pass up
Opinion: Austintown voters have one last chance to pass the Austintown Schools 2.9-mill bond issue for the construction of two new schools for our elementary students and demolishing our six aging, deteriorating elementary buildings with the State of Ohio paying 47 percent of the project costs. The offer expires August 2010. If the bond issue fails in May, we will become a “lapsed” district and the money will be allocated to another school district.
Teachers become scapegoats
Opinion: Many teachers may lose their jobs if testing scores do not improve.
Valley and nation are in trouble
Opinion: Here we go again. Anoth- er child murdered by a “boyfriend,” a pervert, etc. People of Youngstown and Mahoning County, in case you don’t realize it, our children are an endangered species.
Saturday, April 17 (109 stories)
New Bethel Baptist Church hosts candidates forum Monday night
New Bethel Baptist Church hosts candidates forum
Parents announce Maxwell-Jewell engagement
canfield Daniel and Pamela Maxwell of 23-A Hunters Woods Blvd. are announcing the engagement and
Speece-Warnock wedding plans are revealed
north jackson Announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of Jaclyn Speece and Matt Warnock,
Miss Stanbro to be June bride of Mr. Marakas
Poland Dr. J. Andrew and Barbara Marakas of Poland are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Vendors are sought
Vendors are sought NILES Vendors are being invited to participate in Women’s Expo 2010 from 10
Indians’ Talbot gets first career win
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mitch Talbot pitched a complete game for his first career win and the Cleveland
Pens win 2-1 to tie series
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored a goal, prevented one and his deft stickhandling led to Kris
MLB roundup | Friday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 7, Blue Jays 5 TORONTO Kendry Morales homered and Jered Weaver
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS 655,000 Associated Press
The number of unemployed workers in Ohio in March, up from 648,000 in February, according to the
if you go
if you go What: Nickelodeon Presents “Storytime Live!” When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Where: Covelli
Ministry of presence
Chaplain offers spiritual guidance for patients and families facing end-of-life issues By LINDA M.
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Pregnant teen seeks answers
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am 17. Last year, I got into a relationship with
Chicago says bull to Cavs’ sweep
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE They pushed the Boston Celtics to the edge last season. This year,
Incumbent: ‘There is no politics’
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Frank Fuda says it’s no fluke that Trumbull County
Pavlik’s WEIGH world
Knockout would elevate Pavlik in boxing world By JOE Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Atlantic City,
Longer jail-suit decree sought
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CLEVELAND Lawyers for inmates who won a class-action
By HArold gwin
By HArold gwin gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jane Goodall didn’t anticipate that studying family
Youngstown State University basketball players Dallas Blocker, left, and Vytas Sulskis take part in
Youngstown State University basketball players Dallas Blocker, left, and Vytas Sulskis take part in
Campbell employees to be paid; suit filed
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell City employees are being paid, but an ongoing
Coroner’s office changes its procedure
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Beginning Monday, the Mahoning County
Today is Saturday, April 17, the 107th day of 2010. There are 258 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, April 17, the 107th day of 2010. There are 258 days left in the year.
Crosby rescues Penguins in 2-1 win to tie series
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The goal he scored was timely, and so was his save. Sidney Crosby’s
WILLIAM D. LEWIS | THE VINDICATOR
WILLIAM D. LEWIS | THE VINDICATOR Barb Cummings of Canfield makes no secret of her support for
Enjoying a game of miniature golf on the Atlantic City Boardwalk while waiting for the Kelly Pavlik-
Enjoying a game of miniature golf on the Atlantic City Boardwalk while waiting for the Kelly Pavlik-
Kostik, Figueroa, Scott post KO Drugs wins
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The second round of the 22nd Annual K.O. Drugs High
Lisa-Ann Ishihara | THE VINDICATOR
Lisa-Ann Ishihara | THE VINDICATOR Carrying their banner, from left, Tiffany Romeo, Cindy Pallott
Husted should carry GOP banner for secretary of state
Editorial: Jon Husted, a state senator from Kettering and a former speaker of the House, is an unabashed
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Richard L. Herman Jr., 41, of 17 N. Navarre Ave.,
news show
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Former President Bill Clinton.
Will Kyrgyzstan make it?
Opinion: By Pavel Dyatlenko Institute for War & Peace Reporting BISHEK, Kyrgyzstan — For the third time
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.08 0.00 Avalon
Stocks fall with news of charges
Associated Press NEW YORK Financial shares led the stock market sharply lower Friday after
Muslims can’t pray freely
Opinion: By Farhana Khera McClatchy-Tribune If you’re a Christian, you wouldn’t want the FBI planting
festival schedule
New Music Festival at YSU All events for the New Music Festival are free and open to the public,
Another political battle looms
Opinion: The Denver Post: The retirement of Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens, who has served
SEC accuses Goldman Sachs of fraud
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government has accused Goldman Sachs & Co. of defrauding
Lawyer for Jackson’s doctor: No plea deal
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The lawyer for Michael Jackson’s doctor says there will be no plea
Will payday fix become a reality?
Opinion: COLUMBUS Have Republicans in the Ohio House derailed an attempt to close loopholes in state law
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Olivia Hussey is 59. Singer-guitarist Pete Shelley of The Buzzcocks is 55. Actor
God responds to prayers in different ways
How big does the storm in your life have to get for you to take your eyes off of Christ and put them
Treasury to limit pay at 3 companies
Treasury to limit pay at 3 companies washington The Treasury Department will limit 2010 cash
Alexis Capan plants seeds in an outdoor classroom at Poland North Elementary.
Alexis Capan plants seeds in an outdoor classroom at Poland North Elementary.
McVicker concert
McVicker concert GIRARD His Music Connection will present Dove Award-winning contemporary
Ohio jobless rate 11%
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com Ohio’s unemployment rate rose to 11 percent in March, the
Serious problems found at mines
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Federal inspectors have found more than 60 serious safety
eagle of the cross | Award recipients
The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown announced the 23
Pa. trooper’s role in Roethlisberger case investigated
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A Pennsylvania state trooper with Ben Roethlisberger the night he
bereavement program | Groups that meet Celtic Healthcare, 3530 Belmont Ave., Liberty, offers a bereavement program that is open to anyone. Participants share stories and reflect. Meeting sites are:
St. Charles Borroemeo Church, 7345 Westview Drive, Boardman: Teen group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Man found guilty of kidnapping
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A jury reached a split verdict in the
HELOISE: When pets act oddly, take notice
Dear Readers: If you find that your beloved pet is acting oddly, he or she may have eaten something
Pastor Street to be installed in service Sunday
Staff report mcdonald Summit Assembly of God, 2615 Salt Springs Road, will host an installation
Growing wild
Poland school resumes outdoor lessons By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland Students
Nick Jr. ‘Storytime’ comes to life
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com A veteran of the New York theater scene, Sam Scalamoni
Eagle of the Cross Award winners to be honored
Staff report youngstown The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of
Obama’s asteroid goal is risky task
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Landing a man on the moon was a towering achievement. Now
Installation event planned Sunday for Rev. Bowie
Staff report youngstown The Rev. James C. Bowie will be installed as pastor of Greater
robert k. yosay | the vindicator
robert k. yosay | the vindicator Students at Poland North Elementary plant seeds beneath an arbor
Eruption could mean business headaches
Associated Press LONDON The eruption of a volcano in the tiny, isolated island nation of Iceland
Jewish/Christian Studies continue
Staff report Jewish/Christian Studies North continues its sessions on the role of marriage in
Rolling Stone magazine putting its archive online — for a price
Associated Press NEW YORK For the first time, Rolling Stone is inviting its readers on the long,
vKelly Pavlik boxing match, 10 p.m. Boxing champion Kelly Pavlik of Youngstown defends his title
vKelly Pavlik boxing match, 10 p.m. Boxing champion Kelly Pavlik of Youngstown defends his title
TRUMBULL county COMMISSIONER Two Democrats are running in their party’s May 4 primary for Trumbull County commissioner. There is no Republican primary. An (*) denotes the incumbent.
Democrats FRANK FUDA* Age: 64 Home: Niles Education: Master’s degree in administration,
Stewart wins pole in Texas
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Tony Stewart will start his 400th Sprint Cup race from the
Dr. Cynthia Anderson, vice president for student affairs and president-elect at Youngstown State
Dr. Cynthia Anderson, vice president for student affairs and president-elect at Youngstown State
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LISA-ANN ISHIHARA | THE VINDICATOR Cancer survivor Charles Stark of Canfield gets assistance from
Youngstown State University basketball players Dallas Blocker, left, and Vytas Sulskis take part in
Youngstown State University basketball players Dallas Blocker, left, and Vytas Sulskis take part in
What crowd? Many MLB ballparks empty
Associated Press Vernon Wells lofted a foul ball that landed way, way deep in the upper deck, and
Charges may follow property intrusion
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON The Columbiana County commissioners will decide
Fugitive sought
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Pavlik Nation descends on NJ
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com ATLANTIC CITY At 2:05 p.m. Friday, just outside the Palladium
Track preview
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Cancer survivors, families get a lift at fundraiser at YSU at
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In the year since the 2009 Relay for Life, some
Don and Jacki LaPresta of Warren attended the weigh-in Friday afternoon in Atlantic City, N.J., for
Don and Jacki LaPresta of Warren attended the weigh-in Friday afternoon in Atlantic City, N.J., for
Miami trades Ginn to San Francisco
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Mike Singletary called Ted Ginn Jr. on Friday to
Public meeting set to discuss Liberty’s 2-mill levy on ballot
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com liberty Township officials say they can make dollars
Suspect in rape of boy arrested
Staff report poland Village police arrested a Lowellville man who is charged in the rape of a 10
Spare-tire cables at root of Toyota recall
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Healed Pryor ready to lead
Associated Press Columbus Already the buzz has started about Terrelle Pryor winning the
Violent acts keep Youngstown police busy
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating several acts of
Go Go owner enters innocent plea
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Sebastian Rucci, owner of the Go Go Cabaret, has
2 South Side robberies probed
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two robberies in the city, one involving a gun.
Victim’s family tells of rumors about killer
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city family recently buried one of
Court filing seeks records from YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Attorneys for Ivan Maldonado have filed a mandamus action with the 7th
Great Food For All program available in Austintown
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Matt Tranovich and Amanda Davis Tranovich, Canfield, girl,
Bars to show Pavlik fight
By jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Tonight’s middleweight boxing fight between
MYCAP director placed on leave
YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning/Youngstown Community Action Partnership board has placed its executive
NHL roundup | Friday’s games
Devils 5, Flyers 3 NEWARK, N.J. Dainius Zubrus scored on a rebound with 4:04 to play and New
Tribe’s Talbot tames White Sox for first win
Associated Press CLEVELAND Mitch Talbot pitched a complete game for his first career win and
robert k. yosay | the vindicator
robert k. yosay | the vindicator Students try to smell the tulips they planted last fall. Gianna
Milledge’s ninth-inning single leads Pirates past Reds, 4-3
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Lastings Milledge singled home the winning run in the bottom of the
Ohio watchdog questions stipends for bridge bids
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state watchdog says the Ohio highway department’s plan to award $1 million
Friday, April 16 (165 stories)
Request made for one-year extension on Mahoning Co. jail consent decree
Request for consent decree extension
Campbell gun law protest set for Saturday
campbell A rally to protest a gun ban in the city will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday at the city
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens room at the
Kids make most unusual baskets
Community preschoolers enjoyed a morning of crafts as they designed an original spring basket. A
Boardman Library hosts children’s event
Two and 3-year-olds came together April 7 at the Boardman Library for a morning of educational fun.
Bands rock the Relay for Life benefit concert
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Bands varying from rock and roll to heavy metal united April
Poland resident has plenty of stories to tell
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM Growing up in an era where women in the workforce was frowned upon, Mary Rose Butch faced the odds and rose above the stigma.
North welcomes their new arbor
North Elementary cut the green ribbon to their new arbor Tuesday. The project was funded by a grant
Poland teen puts her best voice forward
Poland’s Brittany Best has talent and it’s taking her to new heights. The 14-year-old singer is
Town One Streetscapes has passion for Poland
Town One Streetscapes, Inc. has aided the Poland community in several projects over the last 12 years.
Youngstown documentary to screen May 7-8 at Gossip
Youngstown documentary to screen May 7-8 at Gossip.
Lawyer for Michael Jackson's doctor says no plea bargain
Lawyer for Michael Jackson's doctor says no plea bargain
Ruling leaves House hopeful unopposed in Pa. primary
Ruling leaves Pa. House hopeful unopposed in primary
Sharpsville, Pa. girls prep coach faces fed porn charges
Sharpsville, Pa. girls prep coach faces fed porn charges
Marc Dann’s wife files for divorce
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com LIBERTY The wife of former Attorney General Marc Dann,
In pre-fight war of words, few can top Loew of Team Pavlik
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Canfield TEA party assails taxation on Tax Day
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com canfield They carried signs and wore T-shirts,
Mom jailed in tot’s death is pregnant
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Shannon McBride, facing an aggravated-murder
Hart, Cardinals slay Red Dragons
By Jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com Niles Junior pitcher Carlee Hart and her Canfield teammates
Excessive force used, report says
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Warren Police Sgt. Jeff Hoolihan used excessive force
Finance-director dispute impacting city paychecks
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Today is supposed to be payday for city
Top Erie player commits to YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Basketball player Josh Chojnacki of Mercyhurst Prep in Erie, Pa., has
President orders review of troubled coal mines
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama on Thursday ordered a sweeping review of coal
Metro Digest || Golf course opening
Golf course opening YOUNGSTOWN The city-owned Henry Stambaugh Golf Course on the North Side was
Class learns how dog can be eyes
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Tracie Reiser wants young children to know it’s
Running for a cause
Atty. James Dietz is training for his first Boston Marathon and trying to raise at least $10,000 via 2010 Boston “Jack Rabbit” Marathon.
Surplus food
Surplus food Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Mathew P. Lanterman, 28, of 1630 Chattanooga Ave.,
Obama: US will go to Mars in my lifetime
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. President Barack Obama predicted Thursday his new space-
Brunner’s on a jolting campaign trip
Opinion: For a campaign that needs to count every penny, $2,050 is the right price for a mode of
Roethlisberger was told ‘no’ by accuser in Georgia
Associated Press MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. The young woman who accused Ben Roethlisberger of sexual
Auditor candidates list their successes
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As he seeks re-election, Michael V.
Speed not yet translating to wins for Jeff Burton
Growing Pains Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Jeff Burton had been running some of the
Obamas paid $1.8M in federal taxes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Thanks to revived book sales after he became president, Barack Obama
Pigs at the public trough
Opinion: Most Americans may not be fluent in the language of economics, but thanks to our Puritan heritage
High Court shuns openness
Opinion: WASHINGTON The public is zero for seven at the Supreme Court this term. That tally doesn’t
Huff pitches complete game as Tribe tops Texas
Associated Press CLEVELAND When Cleveland’s David Huff jogged to the mound to begin the ninth
Township trustees see opportunity for land bank
By PAM JADUE neighbors@vindy.com The Austintown Board of Trustees continued working to resolve
Hilltop gym teacher to retire this spring
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com At the end of this school year, Hilltop Elementary will have
Poland community briefs
Steps required for moving mailbox Township trustees are asking residents who live on Youngstown-
Boardman briefs
Warrick makes West Elementary honor roll West Boulevard Elementary fourth-grader McCallen Warrick
Canfield briefs
Enjoy wines and food at benefit in Canfield Tickets are still available for the fourth Annual St.
Angels to present annual style show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting the public to attend “Springtime Bouquet,” its 33rd annual spring
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Mahoning County Education Service Center Governing Board, 8:30 a.m., meeting room,
Cavaliers ready to make run at the title
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE, Ohio LeBron James didn’t smile or crack any jokes. This wasn’t
Parks prepare for peak season
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks maintenance crews have weeks of work
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 16, the 106th day of 2010. There are 259 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Tonya’ treats sis-in-law poorly
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I have been married to my husband for 14 years. He
HELOISE: Washing soda boosts detergent
Dear Heloise: What exactly is washing soda? Virginia, via e-mail Virginia, washing soda (also
Mother’s Day show
Mother’s Day show YOUNGSTOWN “Que Sera Sera: The Life and Music of Doris Day,” a one- woman
SOCIETY DIGEST
Benefit dinner at area church BOARDMAN A spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction have been planned
Characters lack personality in this remake
By COLIN COVERT (Minneapolis) Star Tribune A well-made farce is like a catapult. It has to
Senators making it tough on Penguins
Associated Press PITTSBURGH One game into their Stanley Cup defense, the Pittsburgh Penguins
Rapper denies assault that led to Ohio arrest
Associated Press ATLANTA A rapper from the group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony said this week that he did
oddly enough
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Helio’s life takes nice turns in past year
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Helio Castroneves is chatting away with crew members outside
Mahoning County Grand Jury indictments
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A county grand jury also indicted these people on these charges:
Volcanic cloud casts shadow over US travel
Associated Press CHICAGO A volcanic-ash cloud that shut down airports and tied up air traffic
Real-estate agents target transfers to GM complex
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com As General Motors Co. workers migrate to the Mahoning Valley to
Officials warned to stay within budgets
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Administrator George J.
Obama signs jobless-aid bill
Obama signs jobless-aid bill WASHINGTON President Barack Obama signed an $18 billion bill to
Cale tosses shutout as YSU sweeps Detroit
Staff report Detroit Senior Cheryl Cale fired an impressive two-hit shutout with five strike
Conviction could send doctor to prison for more than 100 years
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A medical doctor could face more than a
Toyota conducts safety tests on SUVs
Associated Press TOKYO Toyota is testing all its sport-utility vehicles to reassure buyers of
STAR program breaks cycle of drug abuse and crime
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County Municipal Court Judge Carol Ann
Civil-rights leader Benjamin Hooks dies at age 85
Leadership helped revive NAACP Associated Press NASHVILLE Civil-rights leader Benjamin L.
Magic, Lakers, Cavs best, but others are threats
Associated Press Maybe Kobe Bryant is too beaten up to last through three playoff rounds against
Juvenile center makes cutbacks
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County juvenile detention
Tiger Woods adds Quail Hollow to his schedule; starts April 29
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Out of golf for five months until the Masters, Tiger Woods is
Department of Labor OKs benefits for workers
Staff report The U.S. Department of Labor has approved trade-adjustment-assistance benefits for
Low supplies slow quake rescue effort
Associated Press JIEGU, China Earthquake survivors shivered through a second night outdoors in a
David John has grand slam in McDonald win
Staff report McDONALD David John hit a grand slam and doubled to drive in five runs, leading
Browns have had talks with Rams about top pick
Associated Press BEREA The Cleveland Browns have kicked around the possibility of drafting a
Israel bans imports of iPad
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel has banned imports of Apple Inc.’s hottest new product, the
Abusers should be held to account
Opinion: Abusers should be held to account Recent newspaper and TV news stories call attention to the pope
Hagan in Ohio’s 60th District
Editorial: Candidate inter- views can go off in different directions. Take two that the Vindicator editorial
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The Berlin Township and Milton Township fire departments receiving federal funding are
Homebuyer tax credit leading to audits
Associated Press WASHINGTON Here’s a good way to get audited by the Internal Revenue Service
Out of tragedy, strength
Opinion: Out of tragedy, strength San Francisco Chronicle: The nation of Poland suffered a grievous loss
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer Bobby Vinton is 75. Singer Gerry Rafferty is 63. Actress Ellen Barkin is 56.
Police probe jewelry robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two separate
Hagan, Okey facing rivals
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A pair of Ohio House members who represent
County grand jury hears more evidence on Oakhill purchase
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury spent all day
Drug dealer with drive-through access gets 3-year jail term
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Boardman man who prosecutors say
White House crowns apple dessert winners
The second annual White House Fruit Farm Apple Dessert Recipe Contest was held at the Canfield farm
Boardman police have suspect in shooting
Staff report Boardman Township police issued an arrest warrant for Casimiro Ellis, 29, of East
Protesters denounce ‘gangster government’
Associated Press WASHINGTON TEA Party protesters marked tax day Thursday with exhortations
Poker room, game center set to open
Staff report liberty Club Infiniti, a poker room and game center, will open at 4 p.m. today in
4 programs to improve schools
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The building of new schools is just about over, and
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.08 .11 Avalon
Business Digest
Tax-relief measures washington, d.c. Members of the Ohio Democratic congressional delegation
Can’t argue with debate team’s success
As competitive tear-jerking dramatic monologues, quirky humor speeches, intense debates and
Flag football league kicks off third season
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com It’s football season. At least it is for hundreds of kids
Arts are in bloom at St. Charles school
While spring is converting the blank canvas of dormant winter landscapes into vibrant artistry, St.
Goodwill Store opens in Austintown Plaza
Over 100 shoppers clustered around the entrance to the new Goodwill store located on Mahoning Avenue
Arts are in bloom at St. Charles school
While spring is converting the blank canvas of dormant winter landscapes into vibrant artistry, St.
White House crowns apple dessert winners
The second annual White House Fruit Farm Apple Dessert Recipe Contest was held at the Canfield farm
Band members hit all the right notes
Members of the Canfield Middle School seventh and eighth-grade bands participated in the Ohio Music
YMCA offers a fun way to be fit
Forget exercise and have fun, instead. The Davis Family YMCA on McClurg Road in Boardman will host
White House crowns apple dessert winners
The second annual White House Fruit Farm Apple Dessert Recipe Contest was held at the Canfield farm
Local dancers compete in Scotland
Four dancers from the Burke School of Irish Dance have qualified for the 40th annual World
Flag football league kicks off third season
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com It’s football season. At least it is for hundreds of kids
New arrivals at MetroParks Farm showered with attention
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Thousands took advantage of Sunday’s nice weather by
City to pick up your brush piles
Here’s your chance to get rid of all those fallen tree limbs in your yard. The City of Canfield is
Flag football league kicks off third season
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com It’s football season. At least it is for hundreds of kids
Being healthy can be fun, too
Forget exercise and have fun, instead. The Davis Family YMCA on McClurg Road in Boardman will host
Rotary exchange student enjoying visit in Canfield
Sophomore Gonzalo Munilla has traveled from Spain to Canfield to experience the American culture.
Being healthy can be fun, too
Forget exercise and have fun, instead. The Davis Family YMCA on McClurg Road in Boardman will host
Angels to present annual style show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting the public to attend “Springtime Bouquet,” its 33rd annual spring
Students learn about magical world of reading
Students at Lynn Kirk Elementary School were entertained April 1 by magician Stephen Knight as part of the school’s literacy program.
Cancer survivors to be honored at Relay
This year, the American Cancer Society will honor survivors of cancer at every Relay For Life
2010 BRUSH PICKUP PROGRAM
QUADRANT 1 (NORTHEAST) Week of April 26, 2010 Broad Street, North (Odd numbered addresses –
Earth Day tradition continues
For 27 years, scouts and volunteers have been scouring the environs of Mill Creek Metropolitan Park
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local
Boardman alum running track at Akron
Lauren Agnew, a 2009 Boardman graduate, is competing on the University of Akron track and field team
Angels to present annual style show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting the public to attend “Springtime Bouquet,” its 33rd annual spring
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local
Flag football league kicks off third season
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com It’s football season. At least it is for hundreds of kids
Austintown briefs
Join Walk MS at the Canfield Fairgrounds Walk MS Mahoning Valley, presented by Giant Eagle and EMD
Parks prepare for peak season
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks maintenance crews have weeks of work
Parks prepare for peak season
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks maintenance crews have weeks of work
MetroParks Farm hosts health and safety expo
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Mahoning County Farm Bureau, in cooperation with the
Contract cuts number of top cops in Boardman
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com A new, three-year contract between the township and its
Arts are in bloom at St. Charles school
While spring is converting the blank canvas of dormant winter landscapes into vibrant artistry, St.
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local fitness centers in Poland.
Cardinal radio offers more sports coverage
CardinalRadio.com is announcing a new concept in covering Canfield High School sports. The new
GRADE 5 - HIGH HONOR ROLL Kwabena Adu-Poku Kailynn Anderson Kyle Berardi Lauren Billett Haley
GRADE 5 - HIGH HONOR ROLL Kwabena Adu-Poku Kailynn Anderson Kyle Berardi Lauren Billett Haley
Robinwood Lane students prepare to graduate
Robinwood Lane fourth-graders, in preparation for their graduation to fifth grade, titled their spring chorus concert "Middle School Bound."
Canfield Police Blotter
April 2 Warrant: Police arrested Barbara L. Jones, 47, 816 E. Philadelphia Ave., Youngstown on a
White House Fruit Farm crowns apple dessert winners
The second annual White House Fruit Farm Apple Dessert Recipe Contest was held at the Canfield farm
Online classes could help retention in Austintown
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Specialized online courses could be an incentive for former
Mill Creek MetroParks prepare for peak season
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks maintenance crews have weeks of work
Musical petting zoo visits Austintown Library
Austintown Library was filled with the sound of music Tuesday as more than 15 instruments were
Earth Day tradition continues
For 27 years, scouts and volunteers have been scouring the environs of Mill Creek Metropolitan Park
Austintown Police Blotter
April 1 Recovered property: A 20-inch bicycle was stolen from Watson Elementary School, 225 Idaho
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield softball team splits doubleheader The Canfield Cardinals girls softball team split a
Bands rock for Relay for Life
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Bands varying from rock and roll to heavy metal united April
Arts are in bloom at St. Charles school
While spring is converting the blank canvas of dormant winter landscapes into vibrant artistry, St.
Thursday, April 15 (128 stories)
Rocker Melissa Etheridge and partner announce their separation
Melissa Etheridge and partner separate
Boardman man gets prison time for selling drugs in drive-through style
Boardman man gets prison time
University of Penn offering sex-change coverage to students
Penn offering sex-change coverage to students
Parents announce Bolling-Rainey wedding plans
boardman Edward Sr. and Barbara Bolling of 6966 Colleen Drive are announcing the engagement of
May wedding for Lisa Waller, Jeremy Wilson
Berlin Center Harold Sr. and Elizabeth Waller of Berlin Center are announcing the engagement and
Parents announce Furlong-Harman wedding plans
youngstown Mark and Lori Furlong of 114 Euclid Blvd. are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Flower show planned
Flower show planned YOUNGSTOWN Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown will have a standard flower
Polish American women invited to compete in Ohio pageant
PARMA The Polish American Congress-Ohio Division is accepting applications for the Miss Polonia
HELOISE: Tied sheets stay tucked
Dear Heloise: For several weeks during a long stay in a motel, I watched the maids change the
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: 'Sam' turned out to be no prince
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I was married for 34 years and divorced two years
YSU women’s program starts a new chapter
YSU women’s program starts a new chapter with Stark County native as coach By JON MOFFETT
Campbell officials look to move past ‘chaos’
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A council meeting that got so out of control
Mom, boyfriend indicted in girl’s death
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Shannon McBride and her boyfriend, Shawn E.
Pavlik, Martinez ready for Saturday showdown
Staff/wire report NEW YORK Jermain Taylor’s former promoter, Lou DiBella, has an 0-2 record
KO Drugs tournament resumes Friday night
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Twenty-seven bouts are set for Friday night in the
Go Go owner, 5 others indicted
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Computers confiscated by Austintown police after
Drug-court graduates honored
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Amy Heasley, by her own description, was
AAC keeps status quo
Staff report The only news coming out of Wednesday’s All-American Conference meeting regarding
Judge tells cop to dress better
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A part-time Lowellville police officer on
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Stefan A. Fiutowski, 22, of 7053 West Blvd., #86,
Pan-demonium
Sarah Turner, who portrays the title character in the Boardman High School production of “Peter Pan,” rehearses a scene for the show that runs Friday through Sunday in the Boardman Performing Arts Center.
Is Vicks Vaporub viable against hemorrhoids?
Q. I recently read your column about a hemorrhoid remedy that involved eating a teaspoon of
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Boardman Township Civil Service Commission, 8:30 a.m., conference room, township
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s national standing has slipped to a new low
Surplus food
Surplus food American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway, 10 a.m. to
Sports Digest
Vindicator needs local golf information YOUNGSTOWN The Vindicator sports department is accepting
Candidates for commissioner agree and disagree
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Commissioner David N. Ludt
Remoteness hinders response
china earthquake Associated Press XINING, China Soldiers and civilians used shovels and their
catholic charities survey By the numbers
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown recently completed the 2009 Catholic Charities USA
Haitian amputees are on a healing journey
Opinion: By Wyclef Jean Philadelphia Inquirer It’s been three months since the earthquake on Jan. 12
State road work
State road work LISBON Work will begin Monday to resurface part of U.S. Route 30 in Columbiana
Ohio GOP bracing for tea-party impact
Associated Press COLUMBUS As Ohio’s tea party movement celebrates its first birthday, mainstream
What’s in a name?
Opinion: By Jon Pahl Common Ground News Service PHILADELPHIA When is a terrorist not considered a
Opinions vary, facts don’t
Opinion: By Bill Mullane and Kirk Noden Vindicator Recently, a handful of protestors arrived to a press
Political experience is not required
Opinion: WASHINGTON Stiffening their sinews and summoning up their blood, pugnacious liberals and
About to be 28, Pavlik’s days as middleweight dwindling
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown For much of his career, Kelly Pavlik used his down
Players anxious to start anew
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After a winless season, and the resignation of
Boardman Police Calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: April 10 Breaking and
Nation & World Digest
Dems down in polls WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s national standing has slipped to a new
MLB Roundup | Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Twins 3 MINNEAPOLIS Rain fell on the Minnesota Twins at home for
Canfield Tea Party
Canfield Tea Party What: The Tri-County TEA [Taxed Enough Already] Party tax protest at 6 p.m.
Turning to yoga
Many are searching for an antidote to rising stress levels McClatchy Newspapers DETROIT Nikki
Pens knocked off by Ottawa in series opener
Associated Press PITTSBURGH One game, and the Pittsburgh Penguins already know this. Nothing
A fitting tribute to the Beatles
I generally don’t go to see tribute bands. Watching an impersonation of a legendary act — whether
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Producers,SDRq directed by J.E. Ballantyne. Chagrin Valley Little Theater,
‘Osage County’ rips away a family’s facade
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CLEVELAND The three-story house that dominates the stage
Best Bets on TV tonight
“Supernatural” (9 p.m., The CW): “Supernatural” has reached 100 episodes, and it still gives us the
Powers concert includes Bar-Kays and Confunkshun
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday for the Masters of Funk concert
‘Pancakes and the Lobster Tank’
‘Pancakes and the Lobster Tank’ By SEAN BARRON entertainment@vindy.com What do you do if
Warhol’s recipes
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN 44An exhibition of his work coming to The
Glass Harp sets concert at Masonic Auditorium
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Bill to restore jobless benefits on track to pass
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Palin rallies tea party with anti-tax message
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Bernanke: Rebound sustainable
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Officials warn of Iran, bomb
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Holocaust film to be shown at YSU
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YSU Archives to be named after Sweet
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Americans paying less tax
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YSU baseball falls, softball earns sweep
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$499 for Apple iPad? Don’t count on it
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San Francisco shuts out Bucs in series finale
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Officials: Protect pensions
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Suspect in child porn jailed in Akron
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Indians lose fifth straight, to Texas
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School board approves early-college transition
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Man is shot at Boardman house
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Map to end flood premiums for some
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Diana’s triple sparks Falcons rally in 7th
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Group to rally against ban on city gun sales
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Inspections of coal mines mandated
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Business Digest
First half of 2009 saw big layoffs Columbus Ohio experienced 390 mass layoffs in the first two
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Indians fall before record low crowd
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Man wanted for child porn charges in Youngstown arrested in Akron
Man arrested on child porn charges
Brunner hits the road in an old school bus
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U.S. officials say Iran could get nuclear bomb in a year
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FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Mom isn't blameless in rift
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Youngstown State women’s tennis hopes for success in Horizon League tournament
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Bermann resigns after 23 years at Mooney
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YSU names Boldon women’s basketball coach
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State faults leadership at MYCAP, issues edict
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New pact to cut Boardman police ranks
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Court asked to set execution date in ’86 murders
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Relay for Life at YSU will be first of 2010
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Man in child-porn case stays in jail
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Yost and Morgan provide lively GOP race for state auditor
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Justice Stevens a disgrace
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A clash of principles
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Some dispute value of accident solution
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New exhibition tells full story of Helen Keller
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Overpayments returned by school-board members
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TEA Party to sponsor tax protest
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Boccieri GOP foe disputed taxes
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Toyota to halt sales of Lexus SUV after Consumer Reports warning
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3 die in bombing of Baghdad liquor store
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Coaches to get more contact with recruits
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Pirates fall to San Francisco in series opener
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Chaney topples East, 11-1; Salem wins on no-hitter
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Oilers win NHL draft lottery
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Pride in Hubbard soars in contest
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28 states weigh expanding role of nurse practitioners
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School renovation to cost $4M to $5M
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Treasurer’s office to close to public every-other Friday
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State to complete busing study this month
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Protest march to replace gun-law rally in Campbell
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Judge withdraws from case
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Lower tosses no-hitter for Irish
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Execution date set for killer of 3-year-old girl
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Defense lawyer disputes details in kidnapping
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Ryan foresees only small Democratic losses in the House
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City to do two paving jobs with stimulus money
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YSU hires new women’s basketball coach
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Execution set for Ohio killer of 3-year-old Youngstown girl
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Green-energy industry touted as the future
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Hagan ‘delayed support’ of new marijuana bill
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5 seek 33rd District seat in Ohio Senate
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Work gets started on YSU’s WATTS Center
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Report: MYCAP is ‘high risk’
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Howland drops Lakeview; Hubbard beats Poland
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No charges for Steelers QB
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Tiger’s recovery still long way to go
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Police: No wrongdoing by bailiff
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2 jailed on various charges
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Effort to open another charter school
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Just chillin’ in the sunshine
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Use people, not robots, to maintain traffic control
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Polish air crash highlights pilots’ duties
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Blue Jackets out of playoffs again
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Woman in court over dog bite
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Ukraine decision bolsters summit
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NFL suspends Holmes for four games
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Salvation Army preparing for music-festival fundraiser
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Pinpointing date takes time
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Coitsville Seniors meet for lunch
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Struthers 10, Niles 6 STRUTHERS Ashley Baron struck out 10 and also homered as Struthers handed
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Extension of jobless aid clears GOP roadblock
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Microsoft unveils Kin touch-screen cell phones
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Mine-blast probe awaits recovery of bodies
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Jury to see house in assault trial
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Eskendereya early Derby favorite
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A call for fiscal sanity
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Police probe crimes involving guns
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‘Contributing circumstances’
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Angels to sponsor 3-day garage sale
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Recognition dinner set by Yo-Mah-O Chapter
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Best Bets on TV tonight
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REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
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‘Osage County’ hits close to home for KSU actress
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HELOISE: Use caution when bicycling
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Conan gets show on TBS
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Fundraiser to benefit group home residents
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Fall wedding for Mary Durda, Jacob Hostetler
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Vatican should not operate like a political organization
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How is federal government spending your taxes in 2010?
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Eagle Heights Academy closing at year’s end
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Lead-based paint abatement is meeting topic tonight
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Parents announce Coffin-Marlowe engagement
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910th gets new No. 1
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Track team historic in Tennessee
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Hagan bill to legalize marijuana fires up foes
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Minus James, Cavs fall to Magic
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Tribe seeks to win back ticked fans
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Crosby scores 2 to tie for trophy
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Capt. Scott Allen, adjutant of the 910th Airlift Wing, addresses the troops during the change-of-
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‘Proud’ residents gather in Warren to mark Greek Independence Day
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Beyond the books
Hubbard Public Library shows value of its resources By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com
Nation & World Digest
Ala. senator expects justice nominee soon WASHINGTON The chairman of the Senate Judiciary
NHL Playoffs Penguins vs. Senators
Round 1 Eastern Conference Game 1: Ottawa at Pittsburgh, Wednesday, 7 p.m. Game 2: Ottawa at
Obama must court Karzai
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In the 33rd Senate District Democratic primary, Schiavoni
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A kind word for librarians
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Offer to aid Greece BRUSSELS Trying again to halt a debt crisis that has hammered the euro,
NASA has a down-to-earth problem
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Agenda Tuesday
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Will court shift to the right?
Opinion: WASHINGTON Here is an unsettling thought for those who waited eight years to have a Democratic
‘Parenthood’ makes quiet case for itself
McClatchy Newspapers LOS ANGELES As NBC executives start to figure out what shows deserve to
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Associated Press WASHINGTON Some things did go right for airline passengers last year: Planes
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REPUBLICANS COLLEEN M. O’TOOLE Age: 49 Home: Painesville. Education: Law degree, Cleveland-
Tigers rally to sweep Indians
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Designing woman Carter dies at 70
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By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com liberty Signs promoting the township schools’ renewal
Embracing green
Mickelson’s third Masters triumph culminates as loving family affair Associated Press AUGUSTA,
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‘Doolittle Raiders’ to reunite, recall World War II mission
Associated Press DAYTON A reunion of American pilots who led an audacious bombing raid of Japan
Ousted leader: I’m not to blame for deaths
Associated Press TEYIT, Kyrgyzstan Kyrgyzstan’s deposed president on Sunday defended the
Charge against priest roils Kenya
Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya After three young men and a boy told police last June an Italian
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Associated Press KABUL After days of discord, U.S. officials went one step further in their new,
Community organizer to address ACTION’s eighth annual banquet
Staff report youngstown A promoter of community organizing will be the keynote speaker at
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Associated Press WASHINGTON The election-year jobs agenda promised by President Barack Obama
ODOT seeks release of funds for rail study
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Poland’s government shows signs of recovery
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Castroneves wins IRL race in Ala.
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Mahoning County Court filings
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REBATES FOR CONSUMERS If passed by Congress, the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act would provide up to $3,000 to individuals who make any of the following Silver Star energy-saving retrofits:*
Air sealing Floor insulation Wall insulation Heating and cooling equipment Windows and
D’backs bombard the Buccos
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New 910th commander pledges strong support for troops in Iraq, Afghanistan
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com VIENNA From what Col. Stephen J. “Fritz” Linsenmeyer has heard,
Valley’s ACTION to honor 3 at annual fundraiser April 22
Staff report Youngstown A promoter of community organizing will be the keynote speaker at
300 check out open house at Hubbard library
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hubbard The love of the library and desire to share its
Mickelson wins 3rd green jacket after trying year
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Penguins’ Crosby scores 50th and 51st goals
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Funding for Ohio high-speed rail nears crossroad
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS State transportation officials have formally asked
Colorful costumes, parade highlight Greek Independence Day in Warren
BY JORDAN COHEN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT WARREN Sun-drenched skies, multi-colored costumes and
Youngstown’s Hagan seeks to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Fear of a political backlash is keeping the state Legislature from
Cash for Caulkers would give rebates for energy improvements
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com Consumers looking to save on their monthly energy bill may soon
Mahoning Valley Poles express shock, sadness at death of president
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Even though Frank J. Ruminski has lived most of his
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
MONDAY Garden Forum members are reminded the GCO 82nd convention is Monday through Wednesday in
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
Austintown Chapter 4339, AARP, will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon
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MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Senior citizens to perform in Follies
CORTLAND The 20th anniversary of SCOPE Senior Follies, “Memories Are Made of This,” will be
FEDERATED CLUBS | Meetings announced
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MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY L.B. Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park.
Angels to present annual spring style
BOARDMAN Angels of Easter Seals is inviting the public to attend “Springtime Bouquet,” its 33rd
Rotary Club fundraiser scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN The Rotary Club of Youngstown will sponsor its 11th annual Reverse Raffle and Silent
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Dad won't meet her husband
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband and I are an interracial couple. My
Free meals for children this summer
The Mahoning Youngstown Community Action Partnership is sponsoring a summer food-service program for children.
Winners to present poems at mall gallery Tuesday
The Pig Iron Literary & Art Works national poetry month contest winners will present their poems at a public reading at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Art Outreach Gallery in the Eastwood Mall.
Yemeni child bride bleeds to death after husband's violent advances
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Curves collects 1-plus ton of food in annual campaign
The four area participating Curves locations collected more than a ton of food in the monthlong, 12th annual food drive.
Struthers considering community garden
A nonprofit community garden is being considered for the former Struthers Croquet Club property.
Tax benefits everyone, official says
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Renewing Mahoning County’s half-percent
High school athletes excel in winter sports
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For starters, Red rolls
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Trumbull ballot will have issues, levy choices
Staff report All Trumbull County voters will be asked whether they want to renew the 0.75-mill
Penguins lose to Valpo twice
By Jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com NILES Maybe a snow day was all Valparaiso needed to cool off
Poland officials plan for sidewalk
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Stakes high for Pavlik entering title defense
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown Soon after Kelly Pavlik began training for his
St. E's residents selected for national presentations
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Research projects of three St. Elizabeth
Medical Corps stands ready
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Westwood still in lead; Woods in contention
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Rayen graduate mourns Kovach
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Pipefitters partner with college, YMHA for welding, green-energy jobs
Staff Report BOARDMAN A $1.5 million federal grant and partnerships with Eastern Gateway
Court: Ex-principal at Farrell should not have been fired
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Wartime simulation || YSU ROTC takes course to the park
YSU ROTC cadets take their equipment to the field during their yearly exercise at Mill Creek MetroParks using plastic replica weapons to simulate real-life battle situations.
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Games gung-ho about community theater
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Bonderman, Ordonez lead Tigers over Tribe
Associated Press Detroit Jeremy Bonderman looked like a dependable pitcher again. Bonderman
Bill Beach’s career recalled after death
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Pavlik notebook
Unfair criticism? Kelly Pavlik has won his three middleweight title defenses by knockout, but
Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana court filings
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Associated Press News Analysis WASHINGTON Emboldened by success the first time around, President
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Editorial: Four years ago, Frank Fuda won the Democratic Party nomination for Trumbull County commissioner by
Prep sports at a glance
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This Chrysanthemum Sprig master berry bowl, 5 by 8 by 10 inches, is referred to as “blue
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Mineral Ridge 13-13, Lowellville 5-7 MINERAL RIDGE Bobby Cameron had two singles and scored
Area bowling scores at a glance
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Collectors seek ‘blue custard’ pieces
Custard glass usually is the color of egg custard, but collectors have added to the definition and
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Prep softBall roundup | Saturday’s games
Canfield 4, Howland 3 North Allegheny 4, Canfield 2 HOWLAND Sarah Vrabel’s two-run double in the
Alley takes weight battle to reality TV
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The fluctuating weight of Kirstie Alley has kept the once-svelte
Better late than never for courts?
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North Korean gulag spurs writer’s mission
Los Angeles Times SEOUL, South Korea As a boy in the North Korean capital, Kang Chol Hwan kept
book reviews
“In a Cheesemaker’s Kitchen” By Allison Hooper (Countryman Press, 112 pages, $19.95) Allison
Drivers can make or break computing experience
So there I was with my brand new laptop. As far as I could tell, everything was working right out
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Paranoia over eggs was misplaced
Q. I gave up eating eggs years ago due to high cholesterol. I have only been eating egg substitutes.
In the best light
Versatile sconces can work magic throughout the house McClatchy Newspapers Indoor sconces can
Pig Iron contest winners to present poems at reading
Special to The Vindicator NILES The Pig Iron Literary & Art Works national poetry month contest
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HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Silver Borne” by Patricia Briggs (Ace) 2. “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett
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CURRENT PRICES for antiques & collectibles
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Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown is offering a cash reward of up to $2,000 for
Blood Drives
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Are children just little adults?
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Research continues to explore Feingold diet
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vSeraphim Community Chorus: 2 p.m., performs Mendelssohn’s oratio, “Elijah,” at St. Michael Church,
record reviews
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Visits by area veteran are his way of giving back The gift of time
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Since last fall, several dozen Korean War and other
Open poetry reading booked at gallery
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Lawyer: Official took 5th in court
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA An attorney says the technology coordinator of a suburban
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Casey Carroll Youngstown Christian boys
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Hess, Kanetsky fare well at QB
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Community grieves, but life and mining go on
Associated Press COMFORT, W.Va. Time stopped six days ago for the families of 29 coal miners
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Community garden mulled in Struthers
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Poland mourns loss of leaders in crash
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Agenda Monday
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Corey bayus Struthers boys
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Agency gives meals to kids
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15 die in clashes in Thailand
Associated Press BANGKOK A crackdown on anti- government demonstrators in Thailand’s capital
Lawrence Co. officials fill positions
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Thrashers blank Pens; champs 2nd in division
Associated Press ATLANTA Bryan Little scored a goal, Johan Hedberg made 33 saves, and the
Donations fund new playground
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Kasich: I want to shrink government
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Republican seeking to unseat Gov. Ted Strickland told members of
Four Curves locations collect food donations
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YSU puts off credit plan for military
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University has temporarily delayed a
YSU softball team drops twinbill at Loyola
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US seeks to smooth ties with Karzai
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Ohio’s chief justice mourned, laid to rest
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Moyer was remembered Saturday
Block watch will plant trees
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Garrett Trebilcock Canfield boys
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Emily King Canfield girls
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New Castle doctor charged with overprescribing painkillers
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A New Castle, Pa., doctor has been charged with overprescribing
“It’s a nonpartisan issue. It’s a fair tax ... It’s an important issue for
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Duke tames Diamondbacks in Pirates’ 6-3 victory
Associated Press Phoenix Aki Iwamura and Jeff Clement homered off Arizona ace Dan Haren and
Illinois faces up to its public pension crisis
Opinion: WASHINGTON A puzzle from Philosophy 101: If a tree falls in a forest and no one hears it, does it
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Editorial: Pennsylvania can’t pick pockets of motorists to balance budget It ought to be a wake up call for
Newman surges to win Sprint Cup race
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Adoption open house
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CARRIE PLAYFORTH | CHRISTOPHER RATLIFF
CANFIELD Carrie Playforth and Christopher Ratliff, both of 56 Edwards Ave., were married Nov. 7
SHARON O'NEILL | GERALD ARNAL JR.
LAHAINA, Hi. The wedding of Sharon Greco O’Neill and Gerald Arnal Jr., both of 133 Alburn Drive,
LEANNE D'APOLITO | JOHN MILLER JR.
BOARDMAN Leanne D’Apolito, daughter of John and Jennifer D’Apolito, 1258 Valleyview Drive, and
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: E-mail glitch has separated family
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My son’s wife sent me an e-mail saying if I step
HELOISE: Special treats can sicken some dogs
Dear Heloise: A friend has dogs that must be on special food diets because of severe food allergies.
Sorority sponsors entrepreneurial program
YOUNGSTOWN Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Delta Delta and Epsilon Mu Omega chapters will sponsor a
SOCIETY DIGEST
May car show set at St. Nicholas STRUTHERS St. Nicholas School, 762 Fifth St., will be the
Students create artwork to be featured at exhibits
BOARDMAN St. Charles School, 7325 Westview Drive, is hosting three art shows this year to showcase
Tree-planting event set for next weekend
The Boulevard Park Block Watch will plant trees in the gateway islands and curb lawns of Euclid and Rush boulevards on the city’s South Side next Saturday and April 24, starting at 9 a.m.
Russian boy terrorized his adoptive family, grandmother says
SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Torry Hansen was so eager to become a mother that she adopted an older child from a foreign country, two factors that scare off many prospective parents. Her bigger fears came later.
As community mourns, life goes on in W.Va., mines
COMFORT, W.Va. (AP) -- Time stopped five days ago for the families of 29 coal miners killed in the devastating explosion at Upper Big Branch mine.
Poles grieving death of president, others in Russian plane crash
SMOLENSK, Russia (AP) - An aging Russian airliner carrying Polish President Lech Kaczynski and members of his country's military, political and church elites crashed in thick fog Saturday
Last chance to impress
Stage is set for annual Red-White spring game at Stambaugh Stadium By Joe Scalzo
Forum Health to cut 125 jobs
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Forum Health plans to reduce its staff by 125
OSHA: Company didn’t shore up trench
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com CANFIELD The company that dug the trench that collapsed on
Only cold and snow slows YSU’s hot bats
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com NILES Instead of engaging his teammates from the bench,
Toddler's death ruled homicide
Staff report Austintown The Summit County Coroner’s Office has ruled the death of 1-year-old
OSU’s Evan Turner wins Wooden Award
Associated Press Los Angeles Ohio State’s Evan Turner won the John R. Wooden Award, claiming yet
Prep roundup | Friday’s games
LEAVITTSBURG Vince Cavanaugh gave up two runs over six innings to get the win, striking out four and walking two. Justin Hughes had two singles and an RBI and Anthony Lucas added an RBI single for Struthers. Chris Long singled three times for LaBrae (1-4) while Trey Yoho had a single and an RBI.
Beacon Bulbs for use in emergency
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Hundreds of senior citizens and disabled
Allmendinger gets first NASCAR pole
Associated Press AVONDALE, ARIZ. A.J. Allmendinger finally has his first NASCAR Sprint Cup
Group beautifies Warren neighborhood
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Folks came out Friday from a variety of places to help
Fisher denies impeding Brunner’s fundraising
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher fired back at Secretary of
Peralta’s ‘E’ opens door for the Tigers
By Paul Hoynes The Cleveland Plain Dealer DETROIT Jhonny Peralta never had a problem with
Warren cop: I thought boys were suspects
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The police officer who ordered boys age 10, 9 and 7 to
Trucker charged after I-80 crash; blames candy
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A truck driver from Nazareth, Pa., is charged
Road work: $113 million in Mahoning, Trumbull this year
Work started Monday on a resurfacing and redecking project on state routes 11 and 82 in Vienna. It’s one of the Ohio Department of Transportation District 4’s projects already under way, part of $113 million in new and ongoing projects in Mahoning and Trumbull counties this year.
The true image of Christ is elusive
There has been an odd assortment of items purchased on Internet auction sites that made news because
Palin, Obama spar from afar
Associated press NEW ORLEANS President Barack Obama and Republican Sarah Palin sparred from a
Military fires up 6th District GOP hopefuls
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The three Republicans running for their
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METRO DIGEST || Lane restrictions
Lane restrictions campbell Beginning Monday, motorists may encounter occasional lane
Fill supreme court post now
Opinion: COLUMBUS The state’s top Democrats have made clear their choice to become the next chief justice
Zenyatta now 16-0, wins Apple Blossom
Associated Press HOT SPRINGS, Ark. Zenyatta came to Oaklawn Park as visiting royalty. After
Judge grants work release for man in beating case
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN One of several men convicted in the severe
Biffle good, but wants victories
Associated Press AVONDALE, Ariz. With another top-10 finish, Greg Biffle will match Jimmie
Russia furious over adopted boy’s being sent back
Associated Press MOSCOW Russia threatened to suspend all child adoptions by U.S. families Friday
A tight rein is demanded on billions in aid to Haiti
Editorial: Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations was understandably overwhelmed with the pledge
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CatholicTV rolls out 3-D shows to attract youths
Associated Press BOSTON Avatars and Mad Hatters are already performing before American
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Associated Press NEW YORK Think Dow 11,000 is a big deal? Think again. The Dow Jones
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Obama’s policy is eco-friendly
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Farmers creates insurance brokerage
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Obama shifts energy policy
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Robbery victim helps police catch suspects
Staff report WARREN A 23-year-old city man was robbed of $400 in the parking lot of the Save A
Summer battle looms for justice’s successor
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Wholesale inventories, sales both post gains
Associated Press WASHINGTON Inventories held by wholesalers rose by a larger-than-expected
Couples shoots 75 in second round
Associated Press AUGUSTA, GA. Life at the top of the leaderboard was sweet and short for Fred
Indiana edges Cavaliers’ subs
Associated Press CLEVELAND Danny Granger had 36 points, including nine of Indiana’s final 11,
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Shala Adams and Darrell Mason Jr., Youngstown, boy, April 7.
US loses first Osprey craft in Afghanistan; four die
Associated Press KABUL A U.S. Air Force Osprey went down in southeastern Afghanistan, the U.S.
Youngstown Street Dept. workers to vote on OK’ing pact or striking
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 31-member city street department union
Tiger’s Nike spot sparks debate
Associated Press NEW YORK Few ads in the entire history of advertising have been riper for
Labor pact likely near, board says
Staff report LISBON The Columbiana County Board of Developmental Disabilities issued a statement
Roethlisberger decision is due on Monday by DA in Georgia
Associated Press MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. A district attorney in Georgia plans to announce Monday
Letter shows pope stalled pedophile case
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The future Pope Benedict XVI resisted pleas to defrock a California
Patrick to IRL fans: Want excitement? Pay attention
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, ALA. Danica Patrick knows she can’t supply crowd-pleasing
RTI announces VP appointment
Staff report niles RTI International Metals, the Pittsburgh-based titanium manufacturer, has
Limited’s CEO got 50% compensation boost in ’09
Associated Press NEW YORK The CEO of Limited Brands Inc. received a 50 percent pay boost last
Nation & world digest || Shroud of Turin goes on display
Shroud of Turin goes on display TURIN, Italy The long linen with the faded image of a bearded
Westwood, Poulter lead; Tiger 2 back
Associated Press Augusta, Ga. Tiger Woods still has his game. Now he finds out if his name high
Youngstown cited over flaws in budget, operations
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city ended 2008 with deficits in 16 funds,
Fight over jail to go on
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The federal court battle over conditions in
“We [members of the church] have been praying for a revival in the City of Warren, and
“We [members of the church] have been praying for a revival in the City of Warren, and we’ve been
Yankees ballpark will host Cotto vs. Foreman
Staff reports NEW YORK The well-worn names of Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton have been replaced by
Police probing car break-ins
Staff report struthers City police were still counting Friday the number of car break-ins that
City cited over flaws in budget, operations
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city ended 2008 with deficits in 16 funds,
910th Airlift Wing to get new leader
Staff report VIENNA Air Force Col. Stephen “Fritz” Linsenmeyer will assume charge of the 910th
Llama curious?
Llama curious? Here’s your chance to get up close and personal – well, somewhat personal – with a
Mourning begins in coal-mining town
Associated Press MONTCOAL, W.Va. Grieving relatives began burying victims of the Upper Big
Suspect in cycle crash surrenders
YOUNGSTOWN Sereice Harris, 27, of Youngstown turned herself in to Youngstown police Friday after
Robert K. Yosay | The Vindicator
Robert K. Yosay | The Vindicator Jessica Pappas, front, and Cassandera Buena, back, paint some
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Victim helps catch robbery suspects
A 23-year-old city man was robbed of $400 in the parking lot of the Save A Lot grocery store on North Park Avenue on Thursday but followed the robbers and helped catch the suspects.
Change-of-command ceremony at the air base Sunday
Air Force Col. Stephen “Fritz” Linsenmeyer will assume charge of the 910th Airlift Wing in a change-of-command ceremony at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station.
Behavior led Warren cop to draw gun on grade-school kids, he says
The police officer who ordered boys ages 10, 9 and 7 to the ground at gunpoint in their backyard on Sarkies Drive Northeast on March 26 said their behavior — “running, stumped down, trying to avoid detection” — suggested they might be committing a burglary.
Candy causes I-80 crash, spill, closure today
A truck driver from Nazareth, Pa., is charged with failure to control after crashing his tractor-trailer on Interstate 80, closing most westbound lanes for five hours.
Forum will cut 125 positions
YOUNGSTOWN Forum Health said today that it will reduce its staff by 125 positions system-wide over
Improved Poland Township park
Poland Township Park opened its gates again for another year of enjoyment April 1.
Ten years full of passion at Highway Tabernacle
Emotions were on display as the life, death and resurrection of Jesus was reenacted in Highway
Rosetta Stone caters to Poland Library
Poland Library visitors are able to check out a book and grab a snack at the Rosetta Stone Chapters
Poland PTO settles up on audit funds
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com The middle-school PTO has repaid about $3,792 a state audit
Dobbins students scramble for Easter eggs
“Get ready, get set, go!” was the command given to Dobbins Elementary kindergartners as they rushed
Everyday is Earth Day at Dobbins
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth Day may be weeks away, but Dobbins Elementary students
Aprons are a part of our history
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Remember when kitchen aprons were given as wedding and birthday gifts?
Scouts celebrated at annual breakfast
The Boy Scouts kicked off their 2010 fundraising campaign with food and fun. More than 150 people
Celebrating 50 years by rolling back time
Boardman Lanes is celebrating 50 years of business by turning back time and offering games priced at
Local twirlers strut their stuff
The Northern Strut twirling teams recently represented the Valley at the Marching Auxiliaries Ohio
Students offer prayers, gifts for local families
Fifth-grade students from St. Charles School were recognized during a prayer service for their
Boardman jazzes up Performing Arts Center
Boardman’s Performing Arts Center echoed with the sounds of trumpets, saxophones and trombones as it
Mother and daughter take center stage
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com What better way to strengthen the bond between a mother and
Public viewing today for late Ohio Supreme Court chief justice
Public viewing for late Ohio Supreme Court chief justice
One lane of I-80 Westbound opens after crash
At least one lane of Interstate 80 westbound at state Route 46 is now open. The Ohio Department of
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ATHLETIC GROUPS Girard Golden Eagles will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Girard Free Library, 105 E.
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Foul on Facebook? Unfriend and forget
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: A while back, I went on Facebook and found many
HELOISE: If CFL breaks, be careful
Dear Readers: CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps or bulbs) are here to stay! They cost more than a
Author booked for society meeting
Author booked for society meeting salem Salem Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in
OSHA: Hudson trench lacked basic safety protections
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com CANFIELD The trench that collapsed in Hudson on Wednesday,
Pavlik wants to stay patient against Martinez
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown Whenever Kelly Pavlik is asked about being a one-
Official call: YSU releases Hartzell
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown Dick Hartzell figured he was too old to change,
5 women accuse cop of sexual harassment
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE A Lowellville police officer who’s on leave
KO Drugs boxing tourney starts today at ITAM Center
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN With over 100 entries representing 5 counties and over 40 schools, the
Crowd greets opening of Goodwill store
The grand opening of the new Goodwill store exceeded all expectations, shoppers and a representative said.
Many oppose re-location of Boardman court
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN A potential new location for Mahoning
PREP SOFTBALL PREVIEW
BOARDMAN Coach: Mike Trell and Marco Marnucci, second season, 49-10. 2009 record: 25-8, Division I regional runner-up.
Thousands of men to Rally for Valley
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Early next month, thousands of men are expected to
Penguins win 7-3; Crosby has goal denied
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. Sidney Crosby took the NHL lead with his 49th goal — losing his
Police seek driver in hit-run accident
Police are looking for the driver responsible for an accident that put one woman in a hospital intensive-care unit.
Severance pay denied for Forum’s former CEO
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Bankruptcy Court has denied a motion
Lisbon landmark is restored
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON For many years, water poured through the roof of
Liberty speciality store nurtures a child, community
Frank Occhibove engaged customers in his family's Italian store in Youngstown's Brier Hill neighborhood since he was a toddler. He now manages Jimmy’s Bakery & Deli, which moved to Belmont Avenue years ago.
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 9, the 99th day of 2010. There are 266 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
McLaughlin dies of cancer
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com STRUTHERS Dorothy McLaughlin, a trailblazer among
Obama stymied by others
Opinion: Barack Obama’s trip to Prague for Thursday’s signing of the latest U.S.-Russia arms reduction treaty
Herron part of OSU backfield
Associated Press COLUMBUS It’s a stretch to say Ohio State has a superstar tailback. But
Nominees named for Warren panel
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The 15 city residents nominated to serve on the Strategic
Nation & World Digest
Instability remains in Kyrgyzstan BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan Consolidating their victory after a bloody
Incubator impresses GOP Senate hopeful
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Republican senatorial candidate Rob Portman spent
Canfield community briefs
Junior Women’s League meeting set The Canfield Junior Women’s League will meet Thursday at 7 p.m.
‘Souper Supper’ raises funds for Austintown families
By PAM JADUE neighbors@vindy.com Helping people in need was the goal of Austintown Fitch art
Treaty signed; issues remain
Associated Press PRAGUE The nuclear-weapons cuts President Barack Obama and Russian President
Austintown voters face bond issue to build two schools with state aid
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The school district has one final shot to pass a
Evernham still influences
By CHRIS JENKINS AP Sports Writer If a crew chief is the NASCAR equivalent to a head coach in
Shootings probed in 2 areas
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating separate shootings taking place less than
Senate defines urban research YSU title
BY HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Academic Senate has
More Ky. Derby preps are scheduled for this weekend
Associated Press Noble’s Promise won’t be Lookin At Lucky when he runs in the Arkansas Derby.
Chief Justice Moyer: One of a kind
Opinion: I was truly saddened when I heard about the death last week of Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice
Trumbull, Mahoning county court filings
courts TRUMBULL COUNTY DOCKET Christina Stewart v. Patrick Blutcher, dismissed. Fidelity
Area auto dealerships see sales rise in March
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com New-vehicle sales jumped last month, rebounding significantly
Workers issue strike notice in Columbiana Co.
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Workers at the Columbiana County Board of
Sources: Envoy who caused scare was to visit terror suspect
Associated Press WASHINGTON A Qatari diplomat was on his way to an official visit with an
Riggs stunned by support from fans
Associated Press GLADEVILLE, Tenn. Talk about the ultimate fan experience. Paul Carreau got to
’66 grad donates $200K for YSU building
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Don Constantini, chief executive officer and founder of Falcon Transport
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney This week: NASCAR’s top series took Easter weekend off before heading
Business Digest
Brown: Expand tax-credit program Columbus U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown called for an expansion of the
Baseball’s needless tensions
Opinion: By Ed Morales McClatchy-Tribune Another baseball season brings a new, misguided attack on Latin
Selected local stocks
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Shoppers hand retailers basket of Easter cash
Shoppers hand retailers basket of Easter cash Associated Press NEW YORK Shoppers are finally
Officials study how to use land-bank law
Associated Press COLUMBUS Officials in some of Ohio’s larger counties slowly have begun sizing
Poll: Toomey leads Specter in Senate race
Associated Press HARRISBURG A new poll shows Republican Pat Toomey leading Democratic incumbent
Brookfield man charged in FBI child-porn probe
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The FBI has charged a Brookfield
Mines are dangerous places, where safety must be a priority
Editorial: Mining coal is an inherently dangerous job, and Americans manage to do it with a far higher degree
Who will follow Fidel, Raul?
Opinion: Cuban dissident Guillermo Farinas is making headlines around the world with his 6-week-old hunger
Carell and Fey save a romantic evening gone bad in
Carell and Fey save a romantic evening gone bad in ‘DATE NIGHT’ McClatchy Newspapers Comedy is
Several issues on Columbiana ballot
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Efforts to pass the Columbiana County 1 percent
Pa. bus driver is charged
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A western Pennsylvania bus driver is charged with drunken driving
Old ‘masters’ can still play
Associated Press AUGUSTA, Ga. What year is it anyway? Fifty-year-old Fred Couples leads the
Ethics issues prevail
Opinion: Ethics issues prevail Philadelphia Inquirer: The new Office of Congressional Ethics recently did
States push to pay teachers based on performance
Associated Press ATLANTA For parents and politicians hungry for better schools, the idea of
Harassment conviction overturned
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A Pennsylvania appeals court has overturned the harassment
Senate OK is pact’s next hurdle
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama predicted Thursday that enough Republicans
Tyra Grant selected in WNBA draft by defending champions
Associated Press SECAUCUS, N.J. The defending champion Phoenix Mercury selected Penn State guard
Columbiana officials mull renovations
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com COLUMBIANA Council has taken the first step to renovate
Ohio Department of Transportation District 11 announced projects Thursday planned for the 2010
Ohio Department of Transportation District 11 announced projects Thursday planned for the 2010
Attendant falls from roof in E. Pa.
Associated Press ALLENTOWN, Pa. An attendant at an eastern Pennsylvania behavioral health
Columbiana County’s 13 ODOT projects total $15.7M for 2010
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com wellsville The largest Ohio Department of Transportation
Same old Tiger
Fred Couples shoots 66 to head a surprising group of leaders Associated Press AUGUSTA, Ga.
Baseball-bat attack
Baseball-bat attack YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating a baseball-bat attack on the city’s
Testing of air goes on at West Virginia mine
Associated Press MONTCOAL, W.Va. A federal safety official says more air testing is needed
With James idle, Cavs fall to Bulls, 109-108
Associated Press CHICAGO Derrick Rose scored 24 points, Kirk Hinrich had 23 and the Chicago
ND’s Kelly to attend service for recruit
Associated Press SOUTH BEND, Ind. Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said the tragic death of a
3rd defendant in slayings makes deal
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Prosecutors have struck a deal with another of the
Man with cleaver shot, killed by cops at temple
Associated Press CLEVELAND A man entered his Sikh temple in suburban Cleveland early Thursday,
Pirates are throttled by Dodgers at home
PITTSBURGH The Los Angeles Dodgers didn’t need Manny Ramirez or Andre Ethier, Casey Blake or
Scouts celebrated at annual breakfast
The Boy Scouts kicked off their 2010 fundraising campaign with food and fun. More than 150 people
Scouts celebrated at annual breakfast
The Boy Scouts kicked off their 2010 fundraising campaign with food and fun. More than 150 people
Technical center goes the distance
Students at Mahoning County Career and Technical Center are connecting with career professionals and
Austintown Police Blotter
March 24 Theft: A woman was scammed by men dressed in construction gear and with heavy equipment
Fun in the sun for everyone
Spring was in the air at Hilltop Elementary School as the PTO held its annual Fun in the Sun event for all students Apr. 1. The students dressed in tropical clothing and accessories to celebrate spring.
A taste of A-town
A sellout crowd helped raise $10,000 while they enjoyed the signature dishes from 19 local
Banquet honors swimmers who made a splash
The Canfield High School swimming and diving team honored its members Mar. 24 at its annual end-of-
CHS bands give “Superior” performances
The Canfield High School Concert and Symphonic Bands received “Superior” ratings at the Ohio Music
Local twirlers strut their stuff
The Northern Strut twirling teams recently represented the Valley at the Marching Auxiliaries Ohio
National Honor Society inducts new class
Character, scholarship, service and leadership are the four pillars that make up the foundation of the National Honor Society and these were stressed as the new 2010 members participated in the Austintown Fitch chapter’s 72nd induction ceremony April 1 in the Fitch auditorium.
Canfield Police Blotter
March 12 Disorderly conduct: Two female students, a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old, were arrested
Local twirlers strut their stuff
The Northern Strut twirling teams recently represented the Valley at the Marching Auxiliaries Ohio
Poland briefs
Vaccine awareness lecture planned The Holistic Moms Network Youngstown Chapter is hosting “Vaccine
Canfield track teams start season with victories
The Canfield High boys and girls track teams began their outdoor seasons with victories over
Boardman Police Blotter
March 23 Criminal mischief: Someone tossed and smeared food on a vehicle at the Southern Park
Austintown briefs
Showcase your summer in Neighbors Summer is fast approaching and Neighbors would love to hear
Scouts celebrated at annual breakfast
The Boy Scouts kicked off their 2010 fundraising campaign with food and fun. More than 150 people
Career center students earn medals
Students in the Early Childhood Development program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
Ten years full of passion at Highway Tabernacle
Emotions were on display as the life, death and resurrection of Jesus was reenacted in Highway
New water fee won’t be money down the drain
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Village residents will pay more in their property taxes to
Art work around the world
The Davis Family YMCA is once again involved in the Global Art Project (GAP) for Peace biennial art
Poland sports briefs
Food pantry donations from Bulldogs On, Mar. 22, The Bulldog Turf Club donated $817 worth of food
Magic Carpet Theater visits C.H. Campbell
C.H. Campbell students learned an important environmental lesson from a pair of mermaids and their
Wonkamania a sweet prize for Hilltop class
Oompa Loompa doompadee doo I’ve got another puzzle for you Oompa Loompa doompadah dee If you
Girls track team beats rival Fitch
The Boardman girls track team traveled to the Bedford Relays Saturday where it finished second in
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch baseball team falls in Myrtle Beach Anthony Savko went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBIs
Canfield sports briefs
Visiting Canfield defeats Liberty The Canfield varsity softball team defeated Liberty, 5-0
Boardman briefs
Vaccine awareness lecture planned The Holistic Moms Network Youngstown Chapter is hosting “Vaccine
Boardman sports briefs
Club looking for new members and sponsors The Boardman Gridiron Club, “The Team Behind The Team,”
Watson carnival raises funds and fun
By PAM JADUE neighbors@vindy.com Watson PTA’s Spring Carnival is a tradition that has been
Ten years full of passion at Highway Tabernacle
Emotions were on display as the life, death and resurrection of Jesus was reenacted in Highway
Local twirlers strut their stuff
The Northern Strut twirling teams recently represented the Valley at the Marching Auxiliaries Ohio
Wealth is being concentrated
Opinion: Wealth is being concentrated In the 1880s there were 70 peo- ple in our country with a total of
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Brookfield man charged with distributing child porn
The FBI has charged a Brookfield Township man with receiving and distributing child pornography over the Internet and by mail.
Boardman residents protest proposed move of county court
A potential new location for Mahoning County Area Court in Boardman has run into a wall of opposition from neighbors on South Avenue who say the court would bring unwanted traffic to their neighborhood and threaten the safety of their children.
Trench work site was unsafe, OSHA rep says
The trench that collapsed in Hudson on Wednesday, killing Canfield man James Wetzl, was extremely
More Ohio counties to fight blight with land banks
More Ohio counties to fight blight with land banks
Pa. agency suspends raw milk sales permit for Lawrence Co. creamery
Lawrence Co. creamery's milk sales license suspended
Ohio inmate: Lethal drugs violate fed prescription drug law
Lethal drugs violate fed prescription drug law
Retailers experience 4th consecutive month of gains
Retailers experience 4th consecutive month of gains
Nicole Rago, Brian Thaxton plan to marry
REYNOLDSBURG Announced by their parents is the engagement and upcoming wedding plans for Nicole
Buzzacco-Armeni wedding planned for late July
Youngstown The engagement of Amanda Lyn Buzzacco and John Joseph Armeni is being announced by
Capple-Campbell engagement announced
BOARDMAN Announced is the engagement of Alana Lynn Capple and Patrick V. Campbell. Miss Capple,
June wedding for Julie Yanik, Alex Braden
ALLIANCE Julie Yanik and Alex Braden, both of 1202 Turnbury St., together with their parents are
Chicken for dinner
Chicken for dinner JACKSON CENTER, PA. Creamed chicken over biscuit dinners will be served
HELOISE: Drying clothes? Try tips
Dear Heloise: I read your column in The (Prescott, Ariz.) Daily Courier. I have some great hints
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Make a clean break from 'Matthew'
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I’ve been divorced for five years. Immediately after
Phantoms look for increased scoring
By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com YOUNGstown Despite a rough expansion season where on-ice
Semi driver not talking about accident
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG The Austintown man authorities say drove a semi
YSU scores early, often at Eastwood
By JOhn bassetti bassetti@vindy.com NILES Neil Schroth’s mother made a three-hour drive from
Davis charged with murder
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Shawn E. Davis is in the Mahoning County jail
Plane-nose art honors good deeds
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com VIENNA One of the missions of the 910th Airlift Wing
Penguins deal with pressure at practice
By Jon Moffett jmoffett@vindy.com Youngstown Stephen Blose was told about two hours before
Clarett’s move OK’d by judge
Associated Press Columbus A judge on Wednesday cleared the way for Maurice Clarett to move to a
Murder suspect’s parents plead guilty to obstruction
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN John Houser Sr. and Frances Cianciola of
GM posts loss
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com LORDSTOWN General Motors posted a $4.3 billion loss Wednesday
Jury awards $89M in N. Lima crash
Staff and wire report PHILADELPHIA A jury has handed down an $89 million award against a
Aey reinstated to job
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN David P. Aey, who was disqualified in his 2008 run against Mahoning
Local man dies in trench
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com canfield A township man is dead after a trench collapse
newsmakers
newsmakers Restyling is needed hudson, ohio “Project Runway” style master Tim Gunn tells an
Judge will speak at professionals’ event
Judge will speak at professionals’ event SALEM The Columbiana Area Business and Professional
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday The Mahoning Valley Task Force on Crime & Violence Prevention, 9 a.m., Youngstown
Whisper Signal: no comparison
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When Ohio act Whisper Signal — Erik Adkins (vocals,
Toyota official: ‘We need to come clean’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Five days before Toyota announced a massive recall, a U.S. public
Council approves $650K job lure
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council authorized spending $650,000 to
Prep softball roundup | Wednesday’s games
Mooney 6-10, Howland 3-3 HOWLAND In the first game, Jamie Clausen (3-0) scattered three hits and
Intersection for a disaster
Opinion: WASHINGTON The times truly are out of joint when the most important IPO — initial public offering
SPORTS DIGEST
Basketball coach interviews underway YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State has begun interviewing
Surplus food
Surplus food American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway, 10 a.m. to
Tribute band re-creates ‘Beatlemania’
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com It’s been nearly 45 years since The Beatles played a
Air Force to pick up airman from St. E’s
Air Force to pick up airman from St. E’s boardman Township police transported a 20-year-old
Vocalist Makes Dreams Come True
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Ever since Kristen Ward was a 5-year-old dancing around
Trainer uses old-school techniques to build real-world strength
Trainer uses old-school techniques to build real-world strength McClatchy Newspapers COSTA MESA,
Phil Ramone to receive Hitmaker Award
NEW YORK (AP) — Music producer Phil Ramone, who has created hits with Billy Joel and Paul Simon,
Can chickpeas banish age spots?
Q. You recently fielded a question about age spots. In the back of my mind, I remember a comment
Drilling alone isn’t enough
Opinion: Kansas City Star: President Barack Obama’s support for limited offshore oil exploration isn’t in the
Seraphim Chorus to mark 10th year with Mendelssohn’s famous ‘Elijah’
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com Get ready to hear the trials, tribulations and triumphs of the
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Producers,SDRq directed by J.E. Ballantyne. Chagrin Valley Little Theater,
Best Bets on TV tonight
“Project Runway” (10 p.m., Lifetime): It’s a circuslike atmosphere on “Project Runway” as the
if you go
if you go What: Shiny Penny When: 10 p.m. Saturday Where: The Lemon Grove, 122 W. Federal St.,
Documentation aid
Documentation aid YOUNGSTOWN On Friday, the Humility of Mary Health Partners Palliative Medicine
Thursday
Thursday Children Tales for Twos: “Little Rabbit Lost,” 10:45 a.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Ford
Mortgage rates rising as economy improves
Associated Press WASHINGTON The era of record-low mortgage rates is over. The average rate on
oddly enough
oddly enough Montana man pleads no contest to 11th DUI BILLINGS, Mont. A 49-year-old Montana
Test being developed to warn smokers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Scientists may have found a way to tell which smokers are at
Catholic Church and pope are under assault by the media
Opinion: Catholic Church and pope are under assault by the media The media are at it again. They are
Dozens die in uprising
Associated Press BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan Opposition leaders declared they had seized power in
Masters begins with one storyline
Associated Press Augusta, Ga. On the day Tiger Woods arrived at the Masters, he changed out of
Judge sues Cleveland paper
Associated Press CLEVELAND A judge presiding over the trial of a man charged with murdering 11
Gas stops rescuers from entering mine
Associated Press MONTCOAL, W.Va. Two full days after the worst U.S. mining disaster in a
Symbol of peace
Mary Lou Finesilver reads the various languages on the Peace Pole outside Boardman Center Middle School, Market Street. The memorial pole was dedicated in a Wednesday morning service to Holocaust survivor Bill Vegh, who died in June. Vegh was a frequent speaker to Boardman students about his experience.
Pens winding down final season in Igloo
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. The visiting team’s dressing room is so small and cramped,
New law will create county land banks
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Local officials engaged in returning vacant land to productive use said
Turner to enter NBA draft
Associated Press COLUMBUS After collecting almost every national player of the year honor, Ohio
CORRECTION
CORRECTION One of the three Marine Corps recruits who died March 31 in a Warren Township traffic
YSU to get settlement funds
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com Youngstown State University will receive a payment from
Fee to help fix water woes
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland Village residents will pay more in their property
Nearly half don’t pay taxes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Tax Day is a dreaded deadline for millions, but for nearly half of
Taliban release video of US soldier
Taliban release video of US soldier WASHINGTON The Taliban released a video Wednesday of a man
4 men plead innocent in death
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Four men who police said were involved in
OSU’s Boren set for last season
Associated Press COLUMBUS Justin Boren, who famously transferred from Michigan to rival Ohio
Man facing menacing charge
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com COLUMBIANA A man charged with aggravated menacing after
Bucs beat LA in 10 innings
Associated Press pittsburgh, pa. Ronny Cedeno singled over a drawn-in infield with the bases
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of 04.08.10. All yields given in percent.
Court consolidation issue to get an objective review
Editorial: More that two decades have passed since a proposal to consolidate the courts in Mahoning County
UAW sues General Motors
STAFF/Wire reports news@vindy.com DETROIT The United Auto Workers union has sued General
Eyesore is razed
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The empty lot on U.S. Route 422 in Campbell is
Deal to reopen city golf course
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Whether you’re a duffer or a scratch golfer,
Trumbull County Court filings
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Lecture Thursday on 21st century environmental challenges
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Columbiana man surrenders after 3-hour standoff with police
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Gardner-Frease wedding plans announced
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YOUNGSTOWN The exchange of wedding vows took place at 2 p.m. Oct. 17, 2009, as Sarah Herron, a
ANNE DULL | NICHOLAS SETTING
NILES Anne Marie Dull, daughter of Atty. and Mrs. J. Terrence Dull, 1809 N. Carnegie Ave., and
MELISSA JOHNSON | ROBERT BEADLE
YOUNGSTOWN Melissa Christina Johnson, daughter of Christopher and Mary Kaye Johnson of Canfield,
ABWA chapter to sponsor Chinese auction
YOUNGSTOWN Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association has chosen the Ursuline
Stained-glass window raffle is planned
Stained-glass window raffle is planned GIRARD Girard Historical Society is selling raffle
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TueSDAY Daphne will meet for garden therapy with Judy at Sunrise, followed by lunch at the Olive
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Want to be a weather-watcher? Sign up for SKYWARN training
The Columbiana County Emergency Management Agency will have its annual free SKYWARN training program provided by the National Weather Service at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Columbiana County Career and Technical Center, 9364 state Route 45.
More meals available from Trumbull Mobile Meals
Trumbull Mobile Meals has capacity to provide additional meals on most of its delivery routes.
Competition rules for Bannas
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown Kyle Banna is three years older than his brother Dan
Poland grad takes home-grown lessons to new job as Siemens Corp. president
Poland grad takes home-grown lessons to new job as Siemens Corp. president By DON SHILLING
Spirits move sleuths to action
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Austintown Doors slam when no one’s around. Toilets flush
YSU, UIC split grueling marathon at Eastwood
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com NILES After spending more than 11 hours on the field,
YSU drops twinbill to Butler
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Youngstown State University senior pitcher Cheryl
Route 11 roadwork begins Monday
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Vienna Detours and traffic changes begin Monday on a
Expo caters to women of color
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Women of color had the chance to learn
Andres resigns as hoops coach
Staff report SALEM Salem High athletic director Greg Steffey is looking for two new head
Youngstown Christian splits with Chaney; Girard sweeps
STRUTHERS Chaney’s Matt Franklin doubled as the Chaney High baseball team defeated Youngstown
Easter activities enliven Wick Park
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The last several days of unseasonably warm weather
Hazimihalis hopeful he can stick to plan
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown Chris Hazimihalis had a good game plan for his pro
Police free hostage in Youngstown
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police shut down an early morning
MetroParks prepare for warm weather
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Mill Creek MetroParks maintenance crews have
Teenager dies in accident on Route 224
NEW CASTLE, PA. Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a two-car accident that took the life
Annual blessing of the baskets
Monsignor Peter Polando blesses Easter baskets at St. Matthias Church in Youngstown on Saturday. He has embellished the Easter tradition by asking members of the church to share something from their baskets with new members of the church. Monsignor Polando blessed many baskets at the church Saturday.
Creative Concrete
Versatility allows familiar product to come inside McClatchy Newspapers Not so many years ago,
Software can quadruple screen real estate
My desktop computer has a 27-inch monitor, and every day I bask in its glow. Every time I upgraded
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church with Marge Guthrie
Orthodox enact holy-fire ritual in Jerusalem
Associated Press JERUSALEM The sound of drumbeats and hymns and light from thousands of candles
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Tribune Q. I always admired how Steve McGarrett’s hair always
Area bowling scores at a glance
700s Amron — Chuck Lines (735) in Hively’s Sportsman; Jim Diver (726) & Carl Cramer Jr. (714) in
Armed forces digest
armed forces Job fair for veterans NEW CASTLE, PA. Pennsylvania CareerLink of Lawrence County,
For Dann, it’s Tic Tac, Tic Tac
Opinion: Although the Ohio Attorney General’s Office dodged a contempt of court ruling stemming from the
ON TOP AT HOME
Horizon’s Butler ousts Big Ten’s Michigan State Associated Press Indianapolis After 25 years,
Celebration for the ages — Campbell style
Opinion: I have a fan in Campbell’s Caliope Gialousis. I knew there was one. But that’s not the reason I
More from Stambaugh stadium
LOCKSLEY LEAVES: Freshman quarterback Meiko Locksley, who was a part of Coach Eric Wolford’s first
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 7 p.m., 6844 Strimbu Drive, Brookfield. AGENDA runs
Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill
Q. My almost-3-year-old has started saying things to me that border on disrespectful. Overall,
record reviews
‘Out Front’ Rufus Reid (Motema Records) Grade: B Somewhere around the third tune, this CD
Surplus food
Surplus food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown.
Family History
Salt Lake City hosts genealogy meetings Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Even after almost 30
Boardman’s balanced budget a sharp contrast to 2009 crisis
Editorial: It wasn’t so long ago that the words “fiscal watch” were used to define Boardman Township
Enthused about Cruze
Bobby Thomas, a GM Lordstown retiree, checks out vehicles in the showroom of Spitzer Chevrolet in North Jackson. Thomas traded in his Chevrolet Impala earlier this year and bought a used Pontiac while he waits on the Lordstown-built Cruze.
Texting ban is just a trend
Opinion: The Ohio Senate will soon be considering a bill to ban texting while driving. The Ohio House of
Dog warden hears gunfire at house
Dog warden hears gunfire at house HOWLAND A Trumbull County dog warden called Howland police
Indians turn to Acta for reversal
Associated Press CLEVELAND When the Cleveland Indians last changed managers, they were coming
Pirates have turned losing into an art form
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Five seasons. Ten seasons. Fifteen seasons. Now, 17 seasons. Year
HandsOn Volunteer opportunities
HANDS ON Volunteering HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way agency, is the local
Top-selling singles on iTunes for the most recent week:
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Poland blanks Cards; Ursuline falls, 4-2
POLAND Sophomore Erin Gabriel’s three-run homer propelled the Poland High softball team to a 4-0
Youngstown pastor puts twist on tradition of blessing Easter baskets
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown Monsignor Peter M. Polando has added a custom
Author to speak about publishing
Author to speak about publishing NORTH CANTON Douglas MacDougall of Massillon, retired
Book Reviews
“Day Out of Days: Stories” By Sam Shepard (Alfred A. Knopf, 282 pages, $25.95) Images of
YSU Theater to present popular opera ‘Mikado’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University Theater will
Columbiana County court filings
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Matrix Acquisitions v. Richard Dean, money.
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY | WILLIAM NECKERMAN
Born: April 8, 1910, in Youngstown where he has been a lifelong resident. Parent: The only child
Indians blow lead for 10-10 tie; Pirates fall to Phillies, 4-3
Associated Press GOODYEAR, Ariz. Chris Perez will start the season with a clean slate as the
pittsburgh pirates 2010 schedule
April 5 — Los Angeles, 1:35 p.m. 7 — Los Angeles, 7:05 p.m. 8 — Los Angeles, 12:35 p.m. 9 —
Stupples has LPGA Nabisco lead; Kim, Molder tied in PGA
Associated Press RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. Karen Stupples shot a 4-under 68 on Saturday to take a
WLLF adds Pirates
STAFF REPORT YOUNGSTOWN As the Pittsburgh Pirates prepare to launch their 2010 season, the
Phantoms fall 4-1 in final game
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Cedar Rapids RoughRiders scored three times in
78th City Championships
Team 1,000-over average Kay Lanes — Mike Lepor, Lance Koss, Rich Thompson, Tom Olesky, Adam
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
TUESDAY Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a noon lunch and meeting
Cleveland Indians 2010 Schedule
April 5 — at Chicago WSox, 2:05 p.m. 7 — at Chicago WSox, 8:10 p.m. 8 — at Chicago WSox, 8:10
MIKADO BOX
if you go What: “The Mikado” When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and April 16 and 17; and 3 p.m.
Fire containers have many styles
Fire containers have many styles Planika Fires’ products are a stylish way to bring the lure of
Iranian leader still defiant
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Faced with the prospect of new sanctions because of Iran’s nuclear
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Helping out takes toll on couple
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: We have a 42-year-old daughter who is on drugs.
Pill triggered cough from hell
Q. My insurance company refused the blood pressure drug my doctor prescribed (Hyzaar) and had me
Years Ago
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Leopold lifts Pens in OT
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Maybe the Pittsburgh Penguins didn’t need a team meeting or an 8:30
2 young widows suspected in Moscow subway attacks
Associated Press KOSTEK, Russia When a 16-year-old girl married a militant Islamist separatist
CURRENT PRICES for antiques & collectibles
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PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending March 27
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Caught” by Harlan Coben (Dutton) 2. “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Duke easily ousts WVU to advance
Associated Press Indianapolis They don’t call ’em the Devils for nothing. After a thorough
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORATE Theology degree Richard Mattiussi of Austintown has earned his doctoral
Benedict makes his own decisions
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI has surrounded himself with a small group of men
No joke — some collectibles are riddled with humor
It’s April Fool’s weekend, and collectors know you can find jokes and riddles in collectibles of all
Four girls qualify for Irish dance world championships
YOUNGSTOWN Four dancers from the Burke School of Irish Dance-Youngstown branch qualified for the
Apple fans eagerly grab first iPads
Associated Press SEATTLE Now that the iPad is in the hands of early adopters, the hard work for
Obama hails ‘shared spirit of humanity’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s Easter address calls on people of all
It’s time to move along
Opinion: It’s time to move along Congress has just increased the ceiling on the national debt by $1.9
Prep sports at a glance
SATURDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES Howland 15, Boardman 4 Howland020634—15170
‘Darwin’ exhibit coming to St. Louis
‘Darwin’ exhibit coming to St. Louis ST. LOUIS An exhibit on naturalist Charles Darwin, whose
Kay Lanes team captures victory
YOUNGSTOWN Kay Lanes won the team event for the 1,000-over average category as the 78th annual
The First Easter
Editorial: 11Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Solome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come
Saturday, April 3 (88 stories)
Flash mob dance Tuesday in Sharon
More than 1,000 Sharon School District pupils in grades three to eight will converge on Case Avenue Tuesday for a flash-mob dance.
Butler will play for title
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Gordon Hayward scored 19 points and collected the final rebound, sending little
14-year-old Pa. girl dies in crash on U.S. 224
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a two-car accident that took the life of a 14-year-old girl.
Wick Park aburst with color for first egg hunt
The last several days of unseasonably warm weather has brought an array of colors to Wick Park, but grass that was dotted with orange, purple and blue?
Police rescue woman from knife attack
City police shut down an early morning hostage situation, possibly saving the life of a South Side woman in the process.
Date set for Comeaux-Roman wedding
Canfield Announcing the engagement of Kristi Lynn Comeaux and Timothy Lee Roman, both of 632
Miss Pearson, Mr. Pellegrini plan wedding
Girard Kevin and Terri Pearson, 326 E. Broadway Ave., and Vince and Mary Ellen Pellegrini, 981
Miss Phillips to be June bride of Mr. Perkins
poland Announced by Donald and Jennifer Phillips of Poland are the engagement and future marriage
Wainwright-Eich wedding to be in August
boardman Announced by Frank III and Terri Eich of 1273 Pioneer Drive is the engagement of their
Dugan-Hawkins wedding planned for June
Announcing the engagement of Heather Dugan and Dan Hawkins are their parents, Terry and Kathy Dugan
Miss Edenfield to be June bride of Mr. Stanley
austintown Bernard and Kathleen Edenfield of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
Torok-McGoff wedding to be at Sacred Heart
Elizabeth Torok of Masury and Robert McGoff III of Sterling Heights, Mich., are announcing their
SOCIETY DIGEST
Sorority marks 158th anniversary BOARDMAN Phi Mu Sorority Alumnae met March 7 at the home of
Warren police retrieve skateboard stolen from teen
Police tracked down a stolen skateboard that was tossed into the woods near Niblock Avenue Northwest and returned it to its 15-year-old owner after he alleged that he was robbed at knifepoint by another teen.
Senior citizens show talent as budding artists
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com austintown Briarfield at Ashley Circle has its own
Penguins douse Flames
By Jon Moffett jmoffett@vindy.com Niles Now that was the home opener the Youngstown State
Not-so-special teams getting better
By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At the end of Friday’s practice, YSU kicker Stephen
Chief Justice Moyer death: ‘A huge tragedy’
Staff/wire report COLUMBUS Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Moyer, the longest-serving
Mahoning County agencies explain spending overruns
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWn For a variety of reasons, many Mahoning
Fights are the feature in Phantoms’ USHL victory
By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com Youngstown The Youngstown Phantoms saved one of their best
Pastor’s home hit by gunfire
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating shootings at two
Four players to leave team
By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Graduation isn’t the only thing taking a toll on the
Police probe robberies on North, West sides
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two robberies taking place in the same hour but
Farmers’ market has new times and programs
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM The Salem Farmers’ Market is back for a second
Economic summit planned for Columbiana County
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County leaders plan to have an
Austintown man killed by car stolen in Summit County
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Calvin A. McMahan, 74, of Austintown was killed early Friday when he was
Ex-Mayor McKelvey foils Selma Ave. theft; 'Bennie' Kornegay charged
A 21-year-old city man has been charged with receiving stolen property after former Mayor George McKelvey spotted a possible theft in progress Friday afternoon near his North Side home.
Frank Ohl choir to sing at PNC Park April 22
The day the Frank Ohl fifth-grade choir has been waiting for is almost here.
Paving projects in Columbiana Co.
Paving projects in Columbiana Co. LISBON American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds will be
Palin’s show causes a buzz
Los Angeles Times NEW YORK — Sarah Palin’s new series on Fox News, “Real American Stories,”
Japanese vets admit Nanjing rapes in film
Associated Press HONG KONG For years, Japanese activist Tamaki Matsuoka tried to counter denials
Google students lack skills
Opinion: By SARA SCRIBNER Los Angeles Times The current generation of kindergartners to 12th graders —
Florida doctor to supporters of Obama: Keep out
Associated Press MOUNT DORA, Fla. — A central Florida urologist has posted a sign on his office
Turner, Boeheim recipients of AP awards
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS As Evan Turner clutched his trophy and posed for yet another
Coach K, Huggins square off
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‘Dynasty’ tycoon Forsythe, 92, dies
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES John Forsythe, the suave actor with the silvery hair and smooth
Easter program
Easter program youngstown Bread of Life Church of God in Christ, 702 Cameron Ave., will
Faith Q & A
McClatchy Newspapers Voices of faith: Does God cause natural disasters, such as the earthquake in
Former UCLA star Walton a big UConn fan
Associated Press As John Wooden led UCLA on its vaunted 88-game winning streak, he knew just the
A tattoo to spice up your life
Opinion: As spring approaches, my winter doldrums start melting away. I am flooded with vegetable seed
EBay to launch new microsite Monday
Associated Press NEW YORK EBay Inc. may be the biggest online clothing seller, but it’s still
Obama’s visit to Afghanistan a prelude to a major offensive
Editorial: Commanders from the United States and NATO are preparing to launch an offensive in Kandahar, home of
vComedy show, 7:30 p.m., with Sean Morey, Mike Armstrong and Bill Squire. The Youngstown Club, 201
vComedy show, 7:30 p.m., with Sean Morey, Mike Armstrong and Bill Squire. The Youngstown Club, 201
US adds 162,000 jobs
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s economy posted its largest job gain in three years in
Call-center layoffs
Call-center layoffs AMHERST, Ohio A Colorado operator of customer call centers for other
newsmakers
newsmakers Devo donates artifacts to Ohio Historical Society COLUMBUS The oddball rock group
Positive development on BPA
Opinion: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: After years of neglect, the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision
Executions in Ohio decline
Opinion: COLUMBUS Fewer people received death sentences in Ohio last year than in all other years since
Obama team touts health-care reforms
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration sought Friday to show voters concrete
Governors of Ohio and Pa. receive threatening letters
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland and Pa. Gov. Ed Rendell are among at least
Years Ago
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Butler to see if home is sweet in Final Four
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS They’ve snarled traffic, made cheesy mustaches fashionable and
Wording OK’d on language to kill health reform in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s attorney general has approved language summarizing a proposed
Kim has 36-hole lead at LPGA major
Associated Press RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. South Korean Song-Hee Kim shot a 4-under 68 on Friday in
Spacewoman power: Four to orbit earth
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Space is about to have a female population explosion.
Reservations to be made online for Boardman park facilities
Reservations to be made online for Boardman park facilities Staff report boardman Beginning
Mahoning County court filings
courts Mahoning County DOCKET James R. Price v. Thomas G. Johnson, magistrate’s decision
Pirates drop exhibition game in Philadelphia
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Ryan Howard and Chase Utley homered, Kyle Kendrick pitched three
Man killed in plane taken from Highland County airport
Associated Press HILLSBORO, Ohio A man who the Ohio State Highway Patrol says apparently took a
Baldwin-Casey: a trailblazer, role model
Opinion: As I drove down 12th Street in Campbell and approached the Archangel Community Center, I saw a sight
Mahoning officials accused of bad budget planning
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Commissioner candidate Carol
Warren cops find skateboard stolen
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Browns’ Rogers apologizes to fans
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland Browns nose tackle Shaun Rogers apologized to his fans and
Ban lifted on antidepressants for American pilots in flight
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government is lifting a 70-year-old ban on letting pilots fly
Ex-mayor foils North Side theft
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 21-year-old city man has been charged with receiving stolen property
EARTH DAY | Local events, programs
Numerous celebrations are on tap to recognize the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22.
Cavaliers get victory No. 60
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Cavaliers reached one magic number and lowered another. LeBron
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Should 7th-grader ask boy on a date?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am a seventh-grade girl. There’s this guy I like —
Assistant director chosen for college
Staff report LIBERTY A Cortland man has been appointed assistant campus director for the
Roddick edges Nadal in Sony semis
Associated Press KEY BISCAYNE, FLA. Andy Roddick resisted the impulse to retreat. Or surrender.
Gubernatorial candidate Kasich releases 2008 income from Lehman Brothers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio gubernatorial candidate John Kasich made nearly $590,000 in
Santonio Holmes’ case to be reopened
Associated Press MIAMI, FLA. A Florida woman who sued Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Santonio
Browns trade with Eagles for two defensive starters
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Cleveland Browns acquired cornerback Sheldon Brown and linebacker
Presbyterian Church offers severance to 30 employees
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. The Presbyterian Church, struggling financially, is offering
Hopkins finally goes against Roy Jones Jr.
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Bernard Hopkins and Roy Jones Jr. each blame the other for the delay,
Holy Fire burns strong
The miracle of the Holy Fire, a ceremony that bewilders the souls of Christians, takes place in the
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: National
Bryce Molder leads Houston Open
Associated Press HUMBLE, TEXAS Bryce Molder birdied four of the last seven holes for a 6-under
Lookin At Lucky favored in Santa Anita Derby
Associated Press ARCADIA, CALIf. Lookin At Lucky can finish among the top three in today’s Santa
Church allegations tied to anti-Semitism allegations to anti-Semitism
Associated Press VATICAN CITY At a solemn Good Friday service, Pope Benedict XVI’s personal
Hundreds hear Good Friday message
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown The annual Good Friday breakfast and service
Christians conduct Seders to connect with Jesus’ heritage
Sun Sentinel FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Some Passover Seders are offering a place at the ceremonial
Friday, April 2 (121 stories)
Austintown man killed in double fatal outside Akron
Calvin A. McMahan, 74, of Austintown was killed early Friday when he was struck by a car as he was walking near a northbound rest area along U.S. 77 in Bath Township, Summit County.
40th annual Earth Day activities set in Mahoning County
Numerous celebrations are on tap in the Mahoning Valley to recognize the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22.
Ohio Chief Justice Moyer dead at 70
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The longest-serving state Supreme Court chief justice in the United States has died. Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Moyer was 70.
Economic summit on tap in Columbiana County
Columbiana County leaders plan to have an economic summit in May to boost the local economy.
Pole and wires down at Canfield intersection
Canfield — Motorists are asked by the Canfield Police Department to avoid the area of South Hillside
Police investigate rape of teen
YOUNGSTOWN — City police are investigating the rape of an 18-year-old city girl. The South Side
Neighbors readers: Brag about your town today!
Do you love your the community? Cool restaurants, fun events, excellent schools and great people?
2nd teen charged in fatal shooting of woman
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A second teenage suspect has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a Pittsburgh
Feds: Man turned $5 bills into $100s in scheme
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Federal investigators say two eastern Pennsylvania men took part in a $70,000
Investment manager charged in Ponzi scheme
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A suburban Philadelphia financier is facing charges that he bilked investors out
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens
Catholic Charities schedule Men Who Cook fundraiser
YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Charities Regional Agency has scheduled its fifth annual Men Who Cook
Fundraiser to feature fine wines and food
WARREN McDonald Lions Club will sponsor a wine-tasting event from 7 to 10 p.m. April 15 at Leo’s
HELOISE: Powder or liquid for your washer?
Dear Heloise: I thought the reader letter about washing machines was interesting. She said her
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Is 'Al's' mess worth the wait?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am 33 and have a 16-year-old daughter. I’m
Speaker: Pavlik’s success resonates with Youngstown
By Harold Gwin gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN James Rhodes believes that Youngstown’s national and
Passion play draws thousands to Austintown
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com austintown Filling 1,400 seats at five performances
A one-hit wonder: Soph lifts Spartans
By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com BAZETTA So did you hear the April Fool’s story about the
Be lean team, Mahoning County agencies urged
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The cooperation of all department heads and
Judge: No delays in Adair embezzlement trial start
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Scott and Linda Adair stood quietly at the front
John F. Kennedy joins North Coast League
By ROB TODOR todor@vindy.com WARREN John F. Kennedy administrators waited 15 years to get back
Prep Baseball
Prep Baseball Thursday’s games Girard 9, McDonald 2 GIRARD Dante Delbene had two hits,
Letter to Ryan causes concern
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN While going through the mail, U.S. Rep. Tim
Thursday’s other softball games
Struthers 1, Canfield 0 STRUTHERS The Wildcats scored the game’s only run in the first inning on
Company hired for asbestos, lead work at Erie Terminal
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control hired a Solon
Phantoms name Carr coach/GM
Special to The Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN Curtis Carr has been named head coach and general manager
Police probe shootings, one into 9-year-old’s bedroom
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating separate
Man jailed in attempted kidnapping at grocery store
Staff report new castle, pa. Shenango Township Police arrested a man wanted in the attempted
2 new, separate trials ordered in child rape case
The 7th District Court of Appeals has ordered two new and separate trials for a man who was sentenced to five consecutive life prison terms plus 20 years after being convicted by a jury of raping two young boys.
Marine recruits from Valley remembered
These three young Trumbull County men who accepted the risks that go with military service had their lives cut short instead by a seven -vehicle traffic accident Wednesday not far from their hometowns.
No more Mister Nice Guys
Opinion: Last week, I asked U.S. Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Mich., the pro-life Democrat whose crucial remarks on
Kids needed for ad
BOARDMAN Lemodeln Model and Talent Agency, 7536 Market St., is looking for children age 6 to 14
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY DOCKET State v. Josephus Phillips, balance of sentence suspended, court
Prep sports at a glance
BASEBALL URSULINE 11, LABRAE 0 LaBrae00000—035 Ursuline3422x—1170 Greg Gibson (L), Jacob
With some help, students create Easter baskets
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Some determined first-graders with Elmer’s
Nation & World Digest
Karzai lashes out at UN, foreign nations KABUL President Hamid Karzai lashed out at the U.N.
Gingrich sees winds of change coming
Opinion: Sitting in his spacious Washington, D.C., office on K Street, the leader of the last Republican
Penske pleased with direction of IRL
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. There’s a lot for Roger Penske to like about the Indy
Tressel likes Pryor’s poise
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State coach Jim Tressel has a difficult time keeping track of
WVa’s Huggins won’t change for anyone
Associated Press indianapolis Bob Huggins is bombastic to some, a lovable, emotional Huggy Bear
Students can vote, too
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner made a special
Surplus food
Surplus food New Beginnings Outreach Ministries, Pastor Melvin Trent, 2007 S. Schenley Ave.,
Poland community briefs
Showcase your summer fun Summer is fast approaching and Neighbors would love to hear about your
Students can vote, too
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner made a special
Canfield community briefs
Community band to perform spring concert The Canfield Community Concert Band will perform a Spring
Students can vote, too
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner made a special
Students can vote, too
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner made a special
Donate or shop for a cause
Angels for Animals will host its 16th annual Gigantic Garage Sale Apr. 16-18 at the Canfield
What’s happening to civility?
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County budget reflects hard realities of today’s economy
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YMCA offers Spring Break activities
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Donate or shop for a cause
Angels for Animals will host its 16th annual Gigantic Garage Sale Apr. 16-18 at the Canfield
Pasquale honored as Woman of the Year
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YMCA offers Spring Break activities
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Youngstown Community Band prepares for summer season
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Canfield High introduces 2010 baseball teams
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Austintown sports briefs
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YMCA offers Spring Break activities
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Boardman sports briefs
Boardman soccer team hosts pasta dinner The Boardman girls soccer team will host a pasta dinner
Youngstown Community Band prepares for summer season
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Youngstown Community Band prepares for summer season
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New cleaning service goes green
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Cardinals team up to raise funds for Chile
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New Castle man arrested in grocery store abduction attempt
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9-year-old dies in bike accident at Disney World
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Man killed, 2 Bristolville residents injured in Route 5 crash
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Three young patriots' lives cut short
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Salem official resigns, report says he leaked confidential document in campaign
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N.J. inmate, 7 Ohio men charged in credit-card fraud ring
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YSU softball loses 2 to RMU
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Ursuline gets 6 runs in 3rd to top Niles
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Both sides debate legacy of doctor’s killer
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Army band and chorus to offer patriotic music
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Lecture on late Youngstown artist known for Depression-era works
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Hafner homers in Tribe win
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Art gallery in Niles mall celebrates poetry month
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Obama expands offshore drilling
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GOP eases up on talk of repealing health bill
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Mooney holds off Boardman, 3-1, in softball
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Small businesses fret over details of law
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Officials: China goes along with new sanctions on Iran
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State tax refunds being delayed
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Study: 1 in 4 seniors need care decisions made for them
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YSU ombudsman named interim VP of student affairs
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Mahoning County Court filings
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Polling in Ohio favors Dems
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Man to face charges in fatal crash
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Michael Pavlik asks for early jail release
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Livestock-care board becomes law
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Sex offender sentenced to death for killing 2 teen girls
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McDonald board renews contracts of two principals
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First Place Real Estate joins Northwood Realty
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A sin that is unpardonable
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Business Digest
Tax abatement for Flex Strut HOWLAND Trumbull County commissioners Thursday approved a
Feds to buy first 100 Chevy Volts
Detroit Free Press WASHINGTON The first customer for the Chevrolet Volt also happens to be its
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Issue 1 on the May ballot is no-brainer for Ohioans
Editorial: Only the most myopic of voters would think of voting no on a state government initiative that not
Shootout at Arizona Corral
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Glass plant goes dark
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Real political mess
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Registration deadline: If you want to vote in the May 4 primary, you’re running out of time.
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Doctor’s killer gets life sentence
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Salem deputy safety-service director resigns
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2 new, separate trials ordered
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Australian GP quiets F1 critics
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On Holy Thursday, clergy in Europe defend the pope
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Cardinals across Europe used their Holy Thursday sermons to defend
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