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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.
How Covelli landed the Rocket Man
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN To quote Elton John: “sorry seems to be the
Gallagher powers Mooney to victory
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com STRUTHERS Al Franceschelli says this year’s Mooney High
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
Racing is on at Sharon, Mercer
Special to The Vindicator HARTFORD Sharon Speedway will host the first night of 6 PAK racing at
S. Range, Rockets win on the track
Staff report lowellville South Range was the winner of the boys portion of the Lowellville
Mind over math
Mathemagician shows Springfield students memory tricks By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com NEW
2 unions at WRTA get three pay raises
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Members of two unions at the Western Reserve
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
Reserve beats Windham 8-1
Staff report berlin center Nick Timko had a double and two RBIs to lead Western Reserve over
680-224 project to raise bridge
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN A roughly $4.4 million project to improve the
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
Officials make final push for sales tax
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Several speakers made impassioned pleas 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.
Preschoolers have play day with Dad
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com For some students, Saturday school is a punishment, but last
Falcon Forward donates to locker room project
The Falcon Forward Committee of Austintown has made a $1,500 donation to the Fitch High School
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
Canfield Police Blotter
CANFIELD April 16 Drug abuse, paraphernalia: Police issued a summons to a 17-year-old Canfield
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
Trash meets fashion on the runway
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth day was celebrated in a special way by student models
No work and all play at YMCA
Several local businesses joined in on the Davis Family YMCA’s sixth annual Healthy Kids Day event
Watson students learn from blind alumni
Watson Elementary School welcomed back alumni Tracie Reiser for a return visit to the school with
Canfield briefs
One-woman show about Jackie O Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W. Main Street, is hosting a
School board addresses intercom upgrade
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com The board of education authorized the district
No work and all play at YMCA
Several local businesses joined in on the Davis Family YMCA’s sixth annual Healthy Kids Day event
Boardman churches feed the community
St. James’ Episcopal and Lockwood United Methodist churches in Boardman are working together to
Sports briefs
Tennis team nets a win The Canfield varsity tennis team beat Poland 4-1 Tuesday night. In singles
Boardman girls track second in Federal
The Boardman track team took 15 girls to the Poland Invitational Saturday and the team placed 10th
Austintown briefs
Lion’s Club hosts 15th annual run today The Austintown Lions Club is hosting its 15th annual “5-K
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
Poland community briefs
Poland Forest hosts wildflower walk The Friends of Poland Forest will lead a Wildflower Walk
Canfield Rotary serves pancakes, community
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Rotary held its annual pancake breakfast April
Poland sports briefs
Resident excels at Grove City College tennis Poland Seminary graduate Anthony Rosselli captured
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
All fun and games at McKinley
Families went head-to-head as they battled each other at McKinley Elementary’s Family Game Night
Boardman Library hosts Gen. Custer program
The spirit of the infamous Gen. George Custer was made an appearance at the Boardman library April
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
Trustees lock in fixed gas rate for one year
Natural gas broker Mark Burns presented his recommendations for the Natural Gas Aggregation Program
Trash meets fashion on the runway
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth day was celebrated in a special way by student models
Poland junior going to Boys State
Poland Seminary High School junior Brendan Higgins will attend the 2010 session of American Legion
St. Luke students sink teeth into dental lesson
St. Luke School’s preschool through fourth-grade students received hands-on instruction on dental
Seniors rule Boardman Park
Who says senior citizens can’t have fun? A total of 77 seniors flocked to Boardman Park’s Lariccia
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
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
Holy Family students celebrate ‘Pi Day’
Happy birthday, Albert Einstein. Jean Wargo’s sixth, seventh and eighth-grade math students at
PMS student council visits courthouse
Poland Middle School student council members got a taste of politics when they accepted an
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
Canfield family will host Irish teen
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Teenagers across the Valley will be linked up with teens
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
Seniors rule Boardman Park
Who says senior citizens can’t have fun? A total of 77 seniors flocked to Boardman Park’s Lariccia
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
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.
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
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
Austintown Police Blotter
April 19 Theft: A satellite radio receiver was stolen from an auto with an unlocked door at a home
Trash meets fashion on the runway
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Earth day was celebrated in a special way by student models
Canfield High artist draws national attention
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior Alex Jesko has received a Gold
Gulf oil spill could eclipse Valdez
Associated Press VENICE, La. An oil spill that threatened to eclipse even the Exxon Valdez
Elton John: Ryan White inspired me
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Elton John says he’s been sober for 20 years, since shortly after
Business Digest
Delphi pensions washington U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, met
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Thursday. All yields given in percent.
Gays, lesbians get boost
Opinion: By Kathi Wolfe McClatchy-Tribune President Obama deserves praise for standing up for gay and
Oil spill in gulf risks becoming Obama’s Katrina
Associated Press News Analysis WASHINGTON Suddenly, everything changed. For days, as an oil
Muslims won’t embrace US
Opinion: Unemployment in America is hovering at just below 10 percent, so President Obama hosted a “Summit on
How Covelli landed the Rocket Man
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN How did little old Covelli Centre, with its
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.41 —.05 Avalon
Man gets 5 years’ probation for nine felonies
Staff report WARREN LaShawn Ziegler, former operator of two controversial city taverns, has been
Sixth-grade hoops team wins tourney titles
The Austintown Fitch sixth-grade basketball team capped a successful season by winning tournament
Fire damages building in Youngstown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A vacant cement-block building at 1422 Midlothian Blvd. was damaged
Poll shows Dems leading GOP in Ohio
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS Democrats are maintaining small leads over their
IRL is missing Americans
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Kan. The glory days of American open-wheel racing were the
Trumbull JFS will take summer-job applications
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services will have 350
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
Reports of unauthorized use of building leads to an arrest
Staff report boardman Police and township officials responding to complaints of people staying
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
UCFC execs reassure stockholders
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com boardman United Community Financial Corp. shareholders remain
Theater owners look for buyer
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com COLUMBIANA Don Arthurs and his wife, Dawn, are looking
Lowellville ceremony
Lowellville ceremony LOWELLVILLE A plaque honoring Lowellville native Army Specialist 5 John
Rested Crosby ready for remainder of playoffs
Associated Press Pittsburgh In three months’ time, Sidney Crosby has won an Olympic gold medal
Court sides with Tea Party on petition
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court ordered Secretary of State
2 men acquitted in cocaine case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A jury acquitted two Warren men of a first- degree felony charge of
LeBron likely to play in first game
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE LeBron James shot left-handed layups and short jumpers at practice
Devil May Care is top filly at Derby
Associated Press louisville, Ky. The girls already grabbed horse racing’s biggest headlines. Now
THURSDAY’S RESULTS
THURSDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES MASSILLON JACKSON 6, BOARDMAN 4 Boardman0000040—451
2 men arrested in armed robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police arrested two men who they
Nation & World Digest
76% of Ohioans answered census columbus A state official says Ohio had one of the nation’s best
Newton Falls mayor escapes indictment
Staff report WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury has refused to indict the embattled mayor of
AEP earnings drop 4%
Staff report columbus American Electric Power earnings dropped 4 percent in the first quarter of
NCAA OKs 68 for tourney
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The road to the Final Four will have a new look next season. On
Tyreke Evans of Kings is NBA rookie of year
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, CALIF. Tyreke Evans has won hundreds of trophies in his young
Federal prosecutors won’t be rushed
Opinion: Steven Dettelbach, U.S. attorney for Ohio’s Northern District, said he understands the frustration
Exhibition, talk highlight day
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Sunday will be a busy day at the Butler Institute of American Art, as
Some pre-election observations
Opinion: Some pre-election observations Although I am still loath to support the party that is intent on
Illness forces cancellation
NEW CASTLE, PA. The opening weekend of “Brigadoon” at New Castle Playhouse has been canceled, due
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
Lawsuits target new Arizona law
Opposition and support are spreading Associated Press PHOENIX Anger mounted Thursday over an
Years ago
Today is Friday, April 30, the 120th day of 2010. There are 245 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Angry protesters march on Wall Street
Associated Press NEW YORK Thousands of workers and union leaders marched on Wall Street on
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
Crist and the GOP in Florida
Opinion: Crist and the GOP in Florida Miami Herald: If Gov. Charlie Crist bolts from the Republican Party,
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
Poland and Boardman police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Phantoms’ Mahalak is top scholar
Special to the Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms goaltender Matt Mahalak was named co-
MLB gets high marks for diversity
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Major League Baseball equaled its best grades for racial and
Homebuyers rush to take advantage of tax credits
Associated Press Real-estate agents are working seven days a week, builders are staying open late,
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
Salem land addition hinges on judge
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County Common Pleas Court Judge David
Man stabs 28 children at Chinese kindergarten
Associated Press TAIXING, China The screams of the 4-year-olds inside the kindergarten could be
Partisanship recedes slightly on financial overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Days of high-decibel partisanship yielded to slightly more-subdued
Johnson, Gordon make up
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Jimmie Johnson walked onto a stage where some of his biggest fans
Mosley is ready for Mayweather
Associated Press Sugar Shane Mosley sustained all of his worst beatings in recent years outside
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Harry D. Bowers, 22, of 6817 Lockwood Blvd., Apt 157,
Prosecutors revisit grand jury in probe of Oakhill purchase
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Special prosecutors probing potential
Sting at Strickland home was stopped
Associated Press COLUMBUS High-ranking public safety officials stopped a valid contraband sting
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
Back on track
American sprinter Justin Gatlin is anxious to compete again after four-year ban for doping.
Top entertainment picks:
Top entertainment picks: vYSU Dance Ensemble Recital, 7:30 p.m. Annual performance by Youngstown
‘Man to See’ suddenly unavailable
Opinion: WASHINGTON It isn’t easy being a caucus of one. Sometimes you don’t even agree with yourself.
Glen residents brief trustees on crime increase
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com A couple walking their dogs is approached by four
School board pushes bond issue approval
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com May 4 is close at hand and residents of Austintown must make
Boardman Police Blotter
April 10 Breaking and entering/vandalism: Someone entered a building in the 5600 block of Market
Boardman family will host Irish teen
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Teenagers across the Valley will be linked up with teens
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
Gone with the wind
A record six home runs help the Penguins earn a split with Niagara By JON MOFFETT
Ardent foresees Forum growth
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ardent Health Services says it wants to do
Axion Power looks for federal funds to expand facility
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com new castle, pa. Axion Power Battery Manufacturing has proposed
Young pitcher leads Harding to win
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com HOWLAND A sophomore pitcher making his first varsity start held
Marzec homers in loss
Staff report AKRON Akron rallied from 5-0 and 7-4 deficits to defeat the Youngstown State
Coroner critics: Inaction harms families
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Academic experts say the Mahoning County
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
S. Range blanks E. Palestine
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com EAST PALESTINE The luxury of two dominant pitchers has the
Struthers fights move of BMV license center to Poland
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers City council and administrators want to do
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
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.
if you go to Ike Reilly Assasination
if you go Who: Ike Reilly Assasination When: 8:30 p.m. Sunday Where: Beachland Tavern, 15711
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
Poll: Fisher ahead of Brunner
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher opened a double-digit lead over
Inmate who threatened to kill Obama, others to be sentenced
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A federal prisoner who threatened to kill President Barack Obama and
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Delbert L. Peek Jr., 36, of 1465 Townsend Ave.,
Bucs solve closer Hoffman again
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Trevor Hoffman ran into another problem, and once again it was named
Hubbard, Liberty and Girard police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Police probing allegations of two separate stabbings
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating allegations that two men were stabbed by their
Can GOP build a coalition?
Opinion: Republicans could pick up congressional seats this November but still face a dilemma that I’d hate
Obama: Immigration reform may have to wait
Associated Press ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE President Barack Obama said Wednesday that there “may not
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
LA wins on bunt in 9th
By PAUL HOYNES The Plain Dealer ANAHEIM, CALIF. Jake Westbrook, once again, didn’t have a good
Valley jobless rate bucks national trends
Staff/wire report The Youngstown-Warren- Boardman metropolitan area bucked national trends last
Business Digest
BBB warns about Utah company youngstown The Better Business Bureau has warned residents about a
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.46 .14 Avalon
Judge wants proof that militia did more than talk
Associated Press DETROIT A federal judge challenged prosecutors Wednesday to show that nine
IF YOU GO to Mahoning commissioners meeting
IF YOU GO What: Mahoning County commissioners’ meeting. Where: Mahoning County Courthouse
Art Outreach Gallery at mall to display student artwork
Staff report NILES The Art Outreach Gallery will open a preschool through 12th grade student-
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
Surplus food
Surplus food American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10
Lear plant to close in June
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com lordstown Forty workers will lose their jobs when Lear Corp.
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
Cortland Bancorp posts $894,000 in net income for 1st quarter
Staff report cortland Cortland Bancorp posted improved earnings in the first quarter, despite
State oversight commissions deserve to be taken seriously
Editorial: Campbell Mayor George Krinos and Youngstown City Schools Superintendent Wendy Webb lack the sense of
“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
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
Spain downgraded as debt crisis widens
Associated Press BERLIN Europe’s debt crisis spread its contagion to another country Wednesday
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $200,000 Associated Press
The fine the U.S. Transportation Department levied against Southwest Airlines for violating rules on
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Danielle Johnson and Robert A. Ware, Youngstown,
Mahoning Commons Fest will unveil Calvin Center
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Commons, the small but artsy
Reilly has story behind his songs
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Veteran indie rocker Ike Reilly is the type of singer-
New This Week
New This Week Furry Vengeance (PG) s Forest critters fight back when a developer moves in on
Gold Seal awarded
Gold Seal awarded YOUNGSTOWN Northside Health Center’s Center for Orthopedic Excellence received
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Producers,SDRq directed by J.E. Ballantyne. Chagrin Valley Little Theater,
‘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
newsmakers
newsmakers Bullock files for divorce and adopts a baby AUSTIN, Texas Sandra Bullock has filed
GOP to lift block on bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans set the stage Wednesday to lift their blockade against
Strickland releases his tax returns
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland released four years of income-tax
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
Soldier arrested in beating of homeless man
Associated Press CINCINNATI Authorities in North Carolina on Wednesday arrested a soldier who is
NCAA president wants to listen
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS New NCAA president Mark Emmert wants to resolve the thorniest
Pro-am gallery is kind to Tiger
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Tiger Woods entered the room with little fanfare, and without
British PM apologizes after complaint caught on mic
Associated Press LONDON Britain’s Prime Minister blundered into the first major gaffe in his
Council to weigh plan for bed and breakfasts
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM A proposed ordinance to allow bed and breakfasts
Are there too many bowls?
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. A bowl game is supposed to be a reward for a good season. Now,
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Michael R. and Marcia (Pereira) Thomas of New York City are announcing the birth of their first
Pens return to the ice, await next opponent
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma recognizes how a team performs
WTG
Thursday Music MCHS Chamber Players spring concert and annual dinner meeting, Helen Black Miller
Pets listen better than spouses?
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Husbands, if you end up in the doghouse, consider it a promotion.
Pittsburgh area on worst-pollution list
Pittsburgh area on worst-pollution list LOS ANGELES Six in 10 Americans — about 175 million
SERVICES/calling hours for teens
SERVICES Calling hours for Ian Stores, 17, are 5 to 7 p.m. today at Lane Funeral Home, Austintown
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
The shape of workers
For many, their job is their workout By Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian McClatchy Newspapers ST.
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
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
Financial crisis points up cultural divisions
Associated Press ATHENS It’s known as the cradle of Western civilization, but these days, cash-
All bets off on horse racing
Opinion: By Kathy Guillermo People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Two years after Eight Belles’
Arizona can live with its ‘law’
Opinion: WASHINGTON “Misguided and irresponsible” is how Arizona’s new law pertaining to illegal
Lookin at Lucky Derby favorite
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. So much for being Kentucky Derby favorites: One is stuck on the
A lot of reading helps with writing, author says
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jennifer Armstrong, author of more than 100 books,
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.,
LeBron is puzzled by injury
Associated Press CLEVELAND LeBron James’ ambidexterity makes him special, perhaps the most
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
Fire probe continues
Fire probe continues YOUNGSTOWN Firefighters continue their investigation of a fire at a vacant
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.
LaBrae’s Mike Morris hurls one-hit shutout
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com CHAMPION Led by pitcher Mike Morris, LaBrae blanked Champion
Other coroners differ with Kennedy's behavior
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWn Neighboring county coroners say they’d
Penguins fall to Kent State 5-2
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Niles The Youngstown State baseball team has been running
Ryan meets with official of Ardent, Forum suitor
Staff report WASHINGTON U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan met Tuesday with David T. Vandewater, president and
Track team members aim for a big finish
Track team members aim for a big finish By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Youngstown Lindsey
Feds seek summer crime blitz in Youngstown
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Steven Dettelbach, U.S. attorney for Ohio’s
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
McDonald clinches tie for ITCL
Staff report McDONALD Austin Bucan’s solo homer in the bottom of the sixth inning put McDonald
SOFTBALL Tuesday’s games
Champion 4, LaBrae 1 CHAMPION Lindsay Swipas (7-0) had 14 strikeouts and one walk while throwing
Art and sole — global project for peace
Boardman YMCA leaves its prints on global project for peace By DENISE DICK
Lawyer’s sleeping in court leads judge to call mistrial
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The murder case against Christopher
Bring on Boston
Cavaliers advance to Eastern Conference semis with 96-94 win over Bulls Associated Press
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.
British Open awaits Woods
Associated Press LONDON Tiger Woods has not yet entered the British Open, but organizers expect
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
Farmers National Bank Corp. posts decreased earnings
Staff report canfield Earnings decreased in the first quarter of 2010 compared with the first
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
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
Lawmakers brawl in Ukraine’s parliament
Associated Press KIEV, Ukraine The speaker of Ukraine’s parliament huddled under umbrellas as
Scripps sells rights to Snoopy
Associated Press NEW YORK You’ve got a new owner, Charlie Brown. Newspaper publisher E.W.
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
Events at the park
Events at the park LISBON Certified yoga instructor Dee Brown will guide participants through an
Sidney’s Candy is Derby contender
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Hall of Fame trainer Ron McAnally will have a tough time
Scottish police believed in Nessie
Associated Press EDINBURGH, Scotland What lurks beneath the dark waters of Scotland’s Loch
Rogner, Merrill honored at YSU banquet
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Aaron Merrill and Katie Rogner were honored as the Vindicator/Youngstown
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.32 —.14 Avalon
First Place announces $13M loss for quarter
Staff report warren First Place Financial Corp. posted a $13 million loss for the quarter ending
Several football camps are set for June
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State football coaching staff is accepting applications for their
Red Wings oust Coyotes
Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. The Detroit Red Wings spoiled the big party in Arizona,
Indian Head Rock returned to Ky.
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. A two-state legal battle over who owns a chunk of rock is ending
‘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
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, work session, 6 p.m.; regular meeting, 7:30 p.m., high
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Heather Pitts, Summitville, girl, April 26. Nick and Robin
Merchants group to sponsor weekend ‘Airing of the Quilts’
Staff report COLUMBIANA Main Street will be the site of the Retail Merchants Association’s
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo
Family Features This Cinco de Mayo, make sure you’re prepared to celebrate the Mexican victory
Manners expert Post dies
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Elizabeth Post, an etiquette expert known for writing
Comforting dumplings aren’t just for winter
By Noelle Carter Los Angeles Times In 1967, Helmut Winter made international headlines for
Grand finale: Pirates win
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Ryan Doumit hit a grand slam and Ronny Cedeno had a solo homer in a
Bus has innovation in store
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com poland A massive bus outfitted with the latest in grocery-
BIRTHDAYS
BIRTHDAYS Actress-singer Ann-Margret is 69. Actress Marcia Strassman (“Welcome Back Kotter”) is
Hawks, coach still plan to talk
Associated Press ATLANTA Hawks coach Mike Woodson said Tuesday there have been no talks on a new
Cleveland schools to battle obesity
By Brie Zeltner Plain Dealer Reporter The Children’s Museum of Cleveland and University
nba roundup | Tuesday’s other game
Boston 96, Miami 86 BOSTON Ray Allen scored 24 points, making five 3-pointers in the second
Aybar, Abreu homers power Angels’ win
Associated Press ANAHEIM, Calif. Jered Weaver’s numbers are considerably better after his first
NFL | Other news
Panthers: The Carolina Panthers traded starting strong safety Chris Harris to the Chicago Bears,
Canfield and Austintown police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Christy case won’t be split, judge decides
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com youngstown Two plaintiffs can stay joined in one case
Raiders lose patience with Russell
Associated Press ALAMEDA, Calif. As JaMarcus Russell struggled through the worst statistical
Grads should not despair
Opinion: By Diane Dreher McClatchy-Tribune SANTA CLARA, Calif. This spring 16 million college graduates
No contrition in financial blame game
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two deeply unpopular U.S. institutions — Congress and Wall Street —
FBI agent fails to recall details in militia case
Associated Press DETROIT An FBI agent who led the investigation of nine Michigan militia members
Concealed-weapons permit suspended
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio sheriff suspended the concealed-weapons permit of an armed man
Iceland did the world a favor
Opinion: By Greg Goldin Los Angeles Times Now that the leader boards in European airports are again
On clay, Federer loses to Gulbis
Associated Press ROME Roger Federer has a long way to go if he wants to successfully defend his
Grad gives students life lesson
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com hubbard So far, it appears as if Marc Kanetsky has made
oddly enough
oddly enough $17,000 diamond donated to Pa. charity HARRISBURG, Pa. A retired jeweler sorting
Stocks fall on woes in Europe
Associated Press NEW YORK Investors again are worried that debt problems in Greece and Portugal
Jersey ‘Housewives’ remain divided
Associated Press LOS ANGELES In the first episode of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey”
Tire-recycling drive
Tire-recycling drive YOUNGSTOWN The tire-recycling drive sponsored by Youngstown Litter Control
Nation & World Digest
Flight diverted AUGUSTA, Maine The former Air Force member who was detained Tuesday on a trans-
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Vincent G. Hillard, 45, of 860 Forest Ridge Drive,
Court process begins for 4 prominent cases
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Several high-profile cases have begun to make
Man pleads innocent in drug case
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A former Detroit man has pleaded innocent to a 13-count
Fort Knox soldier jailed in homeless man’s beating
Associated Press CINCINNATI Four men suspected of beating a homeless man who was sleeping under
IOC, USOC look to resolve financial issue
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Adding a new global sponsor could be the key to
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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
Official: Campbell may have to shut down
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city will have to shut down in November if
Scrappers preparing for 2010 NYPL season
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Mahoning Valley Scrappers’ season is less than
Lenhoff pleads guilty to 1 count
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS Investigators have a little less than three weeks to
Fewer Warren crimes solved
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN When the city laid off 20 police officers at the start of
Roethlisberger will not challenge ruling
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A chastened Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger
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
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
Another day, another Bucs loss to Brewers
Associated Press MILWAUKEE, WIS. Yovani Gallardo pitched six strong innings and drove in three
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.46 —.01 Avalon
Business Digest
Hostess to close Akron bakery akron Hostess Brands Inc., will close its bread bakery here due to
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
High court to hear Ohio case
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court has agreed to consider reinstating a $625,000
Poll: Recession helps GOP against Dems
Associated Press WASHINGTON Notch one more victim of the recession: With crucial midterm
Police investigate robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating a series of
Borg returns to US courts
Associated Press One might be inclined to forgive Bjorn Borg if he harbored any ill will toward
Police seeking slaying suspects
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are still looking for suspects in
Board to seek proposals for public-address system
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN The board of education authorized the
Nation & World Digest
EBay pulls listing for Kevorkian van DETROIT Online auction site eBay pulled a listing Monday
Bruins knock out Buffalo
Associated Press BOSTON BOSTON — David Krejci had two goals and one assist to lead Boston to a
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
Aneurysm kills college student
Associated Press WAYNESBURG, Pa. A college student found dead in his western Pennsylvania dorm
Commission wants to see plan
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com BOARDMAN The state Academic Distress Commission appointed to
Warren police continue to investigate shooting
Staff report WARREN Police continue to investigate a 4:30 p.m. Friday shooting in a backyard
Restaurants gain ground bit by bit
Associated Press CHICAGO It took more than a year, but American diners are coming out of hiding,
Are TV execs finally discovering the Midwest?
McClatchy-Tribune Newspapers MINNEAPOLIS Mary Richards convinced a generation of young female
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, special board meeting, 6 p.m.,
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.
Israel halts Jerusalem construction
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s prime minister has effectively frozen new Jewish
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
Bad habits can age you by 12 years, study says
Associated Press CHICAGO Four common bad habits combined — smoking, drinking too much,
Senate vote deals procedural hitch to bank overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Undaunted by a Senate setback, Democrats appeared increasingly
Crews try to contain oil leak in Gulf
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Crews raced to protect the Gulf of Mexico coastline Monday as a
Girl, 17, hurts herself, family friend
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Juvenile Justice Center refused to take a 17-year-old
County searches for foster parents
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County is searching for good foster
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-
Johnson’s rivalry with Gordon heats up
Associated Press TALLADEGA, Ala. Jeff Gordon’s friendly rivalry with teammate Jimmie Johnson has
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-
BBB warns of job-seminar scam
Staff report youngstown Consumers should be wary of a company that has been offering local
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1960 is planning a three-day event for its 50th reunion. The
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Jack Klugman is 88. Announcer Casey Kasem is 78. Singer Ann Peebles is 63. Singer
Chamber endorses sales-tax renewal
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The defeat next Tuesday of the Mahoning County
newsmakers
newsmakers Gosselin’s children to appear on show HARRISBURG, Pa. Kate’s eight are free to
Improving mine safety
Opinion: The Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: Four years ago, in the wake of a string of underground coal
Open enrollment
Open enrollment GIRARD Kindergarten open- enrollment applications for this fall are still being
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.
Nightmare prolonged for families
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell It’s every family’s nightmare — a loved one
Arizona goes after illegals
Opinion: Arizona has decided that if the federal government will not live up to its responsibility to control
Gitmo plan sputters
Opinion: By Dimitri Avaliani Institute for War & Peace Reporting TBILISI, Georgia — Since coming to power
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
Protect our most productive fishery
Opinion: By Marilyn Heiman and David Harsila McClatchy-Tribune President Barack Obama recently announced
Hispanics will bolt Arizona
Opinion: Now that Arizona has enacted the most xenophobic anti-immigration law in this country, get ready for
Immigration conflict heats up
Associated Press PHOENIX The conflict over a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration in
Swiss take their time on Polanski decision
Associated Press GENEVA Swiss authorities indicated further delays Monday on a decision to
Baffert’s horse likely favorite at Ky. Derby
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Bob Baffert has suddenly gone from having a solid contender to
One last shot
Cavaliers veteran Antawn Jamison desperately seeks his first NBA title Associated Press
Monday, April 26 (85 stories)
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
Penguins, Butler split twinbill at Eastwood
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com NILES Youngstown State University senior outfielder Tom
Family IDs crash victim
Probe awaits on 3 dead, 1 injured By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com campbell A memorial
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
Worker caught sleeping 2nd time
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com LORDSTOWN A midnight-shift dispatcher with the Lordstown Police
Hopefuls differ in fund-raising approaches
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Councilwoman Carol Rimedio-Righetti
UPDATE on NFL LOCALS
Daryll Clark: The Penn State QB, an Ursuline High graduate, accepted a free agent deal with the
YSU’s Formeck is named top golfer in Horizon League
Staff report LEXINGTON, KY. Youngstown State University’s Samantha Formeck was named Horizon
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.
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY DOCKET JPMorgan Chase Bank v. Deborah Willson, et al, foreclosure.
Postal workers to participate in ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ drive
Staff report Cleveland U.S. Postal Service employees will participate May 8 in the National
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
Obama delivers eulogy to miners
Associated Press BECKLEY, W.Va. They lived and they died pursuing the American Dream, working in
Years Ago
Today is Monday, April 26, the 116th day of 2010. There are 249 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
METRO DIGEST || 1st black officer
2-vehicle accident hartford The Ohio State Highway Patrol Southington post is investigating a
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
Political correctness run amuck
Opinion: Political correctness run amuck New Hampshire Union-Leader: This nation and much of the Western
Hearing set for detective who violated gag order
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A judge has scheduled a contempt-of-court
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
Girard, Salem split twinbill
Staff report SALEM The Girard and Salem High baseball teams split a doubleheader on Saturday.
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Answers to weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA 9 5 u9 6 vK J 10 6 3 wQ 7
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
Chavez leads A’s in rout of Indians
Associated Press OAKLAND, CALIF. Eric Chavez has been through so much physically in recent years
Crews work on stopping oil leak
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Crews were using a robot submarine Sunday to try to stop an oil
Warren Harding Academic Team heads to state
Staff report warren The Warren G. Harding High School Academic Team defeated North Canton Hoover
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Northside Eagle Eye block watch, 6:30 p.m., New Grace Missionary Baptist Church,
On area diamonds | Youth baseball roundup
Tri-T Pony Players Division New Middletown Lions 15, Hubbard V&M 5 Salem Wendy’s 10, DeSalvo
Humane agents are qualifed
Opinion: Humane agents are qualifed I was highly disturbed by Atty. Jay Majecko’s statement in April 16
In praise of cheerful Americans
Opinion: WASHINGTON Hearing about a shortage of farm laborers in California, the couple who would become
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
Bulls at brink after Cavs romp
Bulls at brink after Cavs romp Associated Press CHICAGO LeBron James insisted there was
Harvick wins at Talladega
Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA. Kevin Harvick executed the pass exactly how his team drew it up
Can GOP keep its pledges?
Opinion: Sixteen years ago, House Republicans fueled their long-shot campaign to overthrow 40 years of
Bohn captures Zurich Classic
Associated Press Avondale, La. For Jason Bohn, the second time was even better. Bohn won the
Greek officials confident of loans
Associated Press WASHINGTON A key Greek economic official expressed confidence Sunday that his
CAMPAIGN FINANCE PRE-PRIMARY REPORTS
OHIO SENATE 33RD DISTRICT Joe Schiavoni* (D): Had, $57,780; contributions, $6,430; spent,
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
Man who suffered multiple shots dies
Staff report youngstown A man shot inside the doorway of his home last week has died.
BIRTHS
BIRTHS forum health trumbull memorial hospital Heidi and Dr. Jeffrey Stychno of Warren, girl,
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
Eskendereya out with swollen leg
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Todd Pletcher sank into the chair and wearily turned toward the
Comeback victory has Pens chilling, watching
Associated Press OTTAWA Even with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin held in check, the Pittsburgh
Berkman, Lee, Feliz help Astros sweep Pirates
Associated Press HOUSTON The Houston Astros have gone from baseball’s last winless team to one
Best Bets on TV tonight
“RuPaul’s Drag Race: (9 p.m., Logo): “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has been atop our list of guilty
State child-abuse registries have flaws
Associated Press NEW YORK Combatting child abuse is a cause with universal support. Yet a push
Prep Sports at a glance
WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES GIRARD 7, SALEM 5 Girard4000210—7111 Salem1012010—5102
Cooking Channel: a spicier entre
Associated Press There’s more food TV than ever to chew on — shows featuring barbecue tips, chef
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
Activists: Fight new immigration law
Activists: Fight new immigration law PHOENIX Civil-rights activists called on President Barack
Health-care law: What’ll it cost?
Associated Press WASHINGTON What’s it going to cost me? That’s the single biggest unanswered
Veteran finally gets his due
Lowellville American Legion Post 247 had Falcon Foundry, Lowellville, make a new plaque to memorialize John Mirich.
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
No deal yet on financial rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats are showing little willingness to alter financial-overhaul
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
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
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
Speeding car slams home; three killed
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CAMPBELL A car that ran into a house, killing three
Even during draft, ex-Steelers return
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The NFL draft is supposed to be about the new. New players. New hope
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
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
Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame
The Curbstone Coaches will induct the following sports figures into its hall of fame on May 2 at Mr.
Unity parade puts emphasis on positives
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For the third consecutive year, 17-year-old Brisha
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
Ace Gabriel settles to tame Boardman
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com POLAND The way Poland senior pitcher Sean Gabriel struggled
Ribbon-cutting slated for Pa. bike trail
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. A grand opening celebration for the refurbished Stavich Bicycle
Brode’s brawn breaks records
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Poland Dustin Brode entered the Poland Invitational with
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
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
Ribbon-cutting slated for Pa. bike trail
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. A grand opening celebration for the refurbished Stavich Bicycle
UNITY PARADE BOX
UNITY PARADE Participants Numerous agencies, organizations, groups and individuals were
Review: HTC proves credible over Incredible
By RACHEL METZ Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Naming a cell phone “Incredible” is audacious:
Pitcher Jakubauskas injured in Astros’ win over Pirates
Associated Press houston Wandy Rodriguez struck out seven to earn his first win, and the Houston
METRO DIGEST || Birding workshop
Birding workshop SANDY LAKE, pa. McKeever Environmental Learning Center will host a Spring
Carmona sharp as Indians subdue A’s
Associated Press oakland, calif. This is the Fausto Carmona the Cleveland Indians expect and
6th District: Wilson, Stobbs
Editorial: 6th District: Wilson, Stobbs Three Republicans are running hard for a chance to take on Charlie
Hubbard baseball sweeps past Ursuline
Staff report HUBBARD The Hubbard High baseball team defeated Ursuline 6-0 and 17-7 in a pair of
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FB1/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
BIRTHS
BIRTHS ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH CENTER Jeremiah and Krista Roberts of East Liverpool, boy, April 22.
Tornadoes kill 10 people in Mississippi
Associated Press YAZOO CITY, Miss. Tornadoes ripped through the Southeast on Saturday, killing
Overtime goal clinches series
Associated Press ottawa Pascal Dupuis scored 9:56 into overtime for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who
Gray rallies in Ohio State spring game
Associated Press columbus On a day when Terrelle Pryor saw little playing time, little-known
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
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center GBOE 2010 meeting, 4 p.m., Mill Creek Park
Bombings in Baghdad raise the specter of Shiite militia
Associated Press BAGHDAD In offering to help Iraqi security forces to fight insurgents after a
Arlen Specter running scared
McClatchy Newspapers ALLENTOWN, Pa. Sen. Arlen Specter has outlasted many threats to his
Festival is perfect time to go fly a kite
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com CANFIELD Gray skies were brightened by
Obama touts auto industry, financial overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama on Saturday cited encouraging signs of an
Parties playing politics
Associated Pres WASHINGTON Republicans and Democrats are furiously casting each other as Wall
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Al Pacino is 70. Bassist Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival is 65. Singer
Good morning
Movie screening The film “In the Name of Their Mothers: The Story of Irena Sendler” will be
Democrats, GOP have donations in common
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Although painting Republicans as pawns of Wall Street is a
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
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
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.
Homespun power
With turbine, energy solution is blowin’ in the wind McClatchy Newspapers AKRON Last June,
Collectors seek samovars
A samovar, a tall metal container that heats water to make tea, is well known in Russia but often is
CURRENT PRICES of antiques and collectibles
Nixon political playing cards, jokers are William F. Buckley & Norman Mailer, copyright by
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
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 25, the 115th day of 2010. There are 250 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Message of hope
Message of hope Austintown “From Pain to Glory,” written by Sonya Penrose-Garcia of Austintown,
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
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
Treasure trove
Derby Museum lets fans soak in Run for the Roses Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Within the
Sharing a love for reading
By Lissa Bell news@vindy.com A love for reading brought six Reserve Road neighbors together to
Keep the jobs pipeline open
Opinion: By Bruce Katz and Jennifer Bradley The Vindicator Ohio needs jobs. A combination of industrial
Stambaugh concert keeps grandeur alive
Opinion: Doug Wittenauer speaks with poise and patience that befits someone who leads the treasure that is
Coast Guard: Oil leaking from well
Coast Guard: Oil leaking from well NEW ORLEANS The Coast Guard discovered Saturday that oil is
James: Cavs will benefit from loss
Associated Press CHICAGO Bring on the adversity, LeBron James said. Nothing like a little two-
Struthers wins eighth straight
Staff report STRUTHERS Jackie Deem had two key hits and a pair of RBIs to put Struthers ahead of
‘Wit’ at Oakland Center transcends theater, art
By MILAN PAURICH entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Just let it stop,” college professor Dr.
Advocates vow changes to Ariz. immigration law
Associated Press PHOENIX Civil-rights advocates vowed Saturday to challenge Arizona’s tough new
Elmo on Federal Street
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com “Sunny Day, sweeping the clouds away.” Over the last
Will Schwarzenegger be back?
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES In the recently released trailer for “The Expendables,” the action
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
Solutions parents seek aren’t really solutions
I travel the country almost constantly eight months a year, making presentations to various groups —
record reviews
‘All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu’ Rufus Wainwright (Decca) Grade: A- On “All Days Are
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. I miss George Stephanopoulos on “This Week” and
YSU tennis
YSU tennis Indianapolis YSU tennis players Tariq Ismail and Margarita Sadovnikova earned All-
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
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
Boardman bowler cashes in big prize
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com BOARDMAN While some of us await a refund check that might
Covelli Centre ekes out surplus
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It wasn’t much, but the Covelli Centre made an
YSU signs two J.C. players
— NCAA basketball — Staff report Youngstown Junior college transfers DuShawn Brooks and Fred
Schools’ chief compiles book on village history
Schools’ chief compiles book on village history By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland
County, city resist extending jail decree
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In federal-court filings, Mahoning County
KO Drugs win one for family
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com Youngstown When her father passed away in an industrial
YSU splits doubleheader
Staff report NILES Youngstown State split a doubleheader at Eastwood Field with Milwaukee
Canfield student charged with delinquency
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield A 16-year-old Canfield High School student was
Goodwill: Beware of solicitors
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries has been notified that solicitors
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
Prep baseball roundup | Friday’s games
Howland 5, Canfield 4 (completion of suspended game) Canfield 5, Howland 1 HOWLAND Joe
Civil-rights program planned at YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University will present a program of stories and
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.
2 hurt in 4-wheeler accident in Austintown
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A four-wheeler accident at Harley-Davidson
Two men shot in legs in Warren
WARREN Two men were shot in their legs near a garage on Youngstown Road near Woodbine Avenue
Shooting probe continues in city
Shooting probe continues in city YOUNGSTOWN Police have no new information on the shooting that
Reed leads South stars over North, 23-20
Associated Press COLUMBUS Verlon Reed scored on a 37-yard quarterback draw late in the third
Bombs kill 69 in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD The bloodiest day of the year in Iraq left at least 69 people dead in a
Pirates fall to Houston
Associated Press HOUSTON Roy Oswalt moved into second place on the Astros’ all-time strikeouts
Controversy dogs Dem candidates for auditor
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Andrew D’Apolito, a candidate for Mahoning
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,
PRO GOLF roundup
Ochoa retires in a wrenching farewell MEXICO CITY Her voice breaking and eyes watering, Lorena
lottery
lottery Friday’s numbers multistate Friday night’s Mega Millions jackpot was an estimated $166
Lordstown schools OK nonteachers pact
Staff report LORDSTOWN The village school district has approved a contract with its 22
Home sales on the rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sales of new homes took the biggest monthly jump in 47 years in
newsmakers
newsmakers Girl says SpongeBob helped her save a life LONG BEACH, N.Y. A 12-year-old Long
Ursuline to induct HOF class Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline High School will induct a new class into its Athletic Hall of Fame on
Ariz. governor signs immigration bill
Associated Press PHOENIX Gov. Jan Brewer ignored criticism from President Barack Obama on Friday
DOWNTOWN ARENA Finances
DOWNTOWN ARENA Finances Operating surpluses and losses for the Youngstown-owned Covelli Centre
Surplus food
Surplus food Nevels Temple Church, 939 Elm St. (across from Wick Park), Youngstown, will have a
Court dispute still up in air
Facilities case goes back to high court By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An
OSU finishes spring practice
Associated Press COLUMBUS Psst! It’s just a scrimmage. Just don’t say that to the mammoth
“We have quasi-monopolies of health-insurance companies. ... Insurance companies need
“We have quasi-monopolies of health-insurance companies. ... Insurance companies need oversight.”
Timeless teachings
Scrolls are library of enlightenment for modern faiths McClatchy Newspapers They speak of a
Spaghetti dinner
Spaghetti dinner columbiana Abundant Life Fellowship of New Waterford has canceled its free
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
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineup Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
good morning
good morning GET BARGAINS Poland Junior Women’s Club will sponsor a trash and treasure sale from
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
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Ashlie Givens and Korron Devoe, Youngstown, girl, April 21.
Is there an enthusiasm gap among the voters?
Opinion: COLUMBUS Is there an “enthusiasm gap” between Democrats and Republicans rolling into the final
Suspect in burglaries arrested
Staff report COLUMBIANA Authorities said Friday that a Mineral Ridge man charged with burglary
‘Carmina Burana’ in all of its glory
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Dana School of Music will present “Carmina Burana” at 8 p.m.
New Testament has words of the scrolls
To understand how the Dead Sea Scrolls influenced early Christianity, just turn to the New
types of text
What types of texts are represented at Qumran, the site where the scrolls were stored in caves
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.”
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
Selected local stocks
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Teens get lesson in finances
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown A group of 700 Mahoning Valley high school students
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
We need to protect our children
Opinion: By William S. MEYER McClatchy-Tribune Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, the Vatican’s secretary of
feast day
feast day Events planned The parish of St. Mark Orthodox Church, Logan Way, Liberty, will be
Lawmakers focus on credit raters
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawmakers rewriting financial regulations took aim Friday at
P&G, universities partner on research
P&G, universities partner on research columbus The University System of Ohio has entered into
if you go
if you go What: “Carmina Burana,” presented by the Dana School of Music When: 8 p.m. Wednesday
Dale Jr. hopes for best
Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA. There was once a time when every move Dale Earnhardt Jr. made
US, NATO move on Afghanistan
US, NATO move on Afghanistan TALLINN, Estonia Fearful of losing public support for the war in
Berlin produces some good walleye fishing
Mention inland walleyes around Youngstown and Warren and anglers immediately think of Mosquito Creek
Recognizing warblers by sight and sound
Over the next two weeks, new warbler species will arrive almost daily. It makes experienced birders
Prep sports at a glance
BASEBALL LINESCORES HOWLAND 5, CANFIELD 4 (11 inn.) (completion of suspended game)
Day of Prayer elicits action
Both sides target government leaders throughout the country Associated Press MADISON, Wis. To
Day 2: Filling needs
Browns take Texas QB Colt McCoy in 3rd round Associated Press BEREA Colt McCoy’s slide finally
Steelers go for one on ‘D,’ one on ‘O’
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. Finally, the initial fallout from the Pittsburgh Steelers’
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
Spanish hospital claims 1st full-face transplant
Associated Press MADRID A team of surgeons has carried out the world’s first full-face
New charge for mom
New charge for mom Youngstown A third charge has been added to the indictment of Shannon McBride
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.
Mixed martial arts
Mixed martial arts BROOKFIELD Yankee Lake Ballroom will host a 17-bout cage fight amateur mixed
Mark: First to preach Gospel
Who was the Evangelist Mark and how did he serve the church? Mark was a traveling companion and
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
Town outraged at proposal
Associated Press point pleasant Bugler, sound the charge! Folks in southern Ohio are mounting a
Makers of video games look into 3-D
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. For moviegoers, watching a 3-D film is a relatively easy experience.
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
4 from Mich. indicted in credit-card scheme
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted four Michigan residents in a
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.
Father gets 6 years for shaking son
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 27-year-old Springfield Township man has
Phantoms mum on protected list
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Although the USHL expansion draft is weeks away, the Youngstown Phantoms
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
Browns select DB Joe Haden from Florida
Browns select DB Joe Haden from Florida Associated Press BEREA Joe Haden’s slow times in the
9 townships to be offered electricity deal
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners have unanimously approved a nine-year
Steelers draft center Pouncey
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. No trades for the Pittsburgh Steelers on the first day of the
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
YSU grad moves kids with his NYC music
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Thomas Osuga, director of the Aurista Ensemble of
Sebring’s Clark not renewed
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Brian Clark replaced a legend but he thinks he left his own
Trail will separate pedestrians, vehicles
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Construction hasn’t yet started, but plans
Justice: Help prevent child abuse
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN An Ohio Supreme Court justice urged the public
Baron blanks Eagles for 13th
By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com STRUTHERS Shifting gears from a very successful basketball
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
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
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
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.
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEMshakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
Canfield briefs
Study of Mill Creek wildlife The Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley will meet Tuesday at the Mill
Watson students show off science projects
BY PAM JADUE neighbors@vindy.com The students and faculty of Watson Elementary School have spent
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
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
Angels’ garage sale draws thousands
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale
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.
Dinner to benefit Canfield sophomore
A pasta dinner and Chinese auction to benefit Garrett Schenker will be held Sunday from noon to 4:30
Canfield Police Blotter
April 12 Carrying Concealed Weapon, drug charges: Police arrested Seth W. Burr, 21, 2035 Belmont
Teens stick it to library director
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Tables and chairs at the Boardman Library were covered with
Center offers “Walk for Life”
Pregnancy Help Center of Youngstown is asking the community to “Walk for Life” May 8 starting at 9
D.A.R.E. officer visits Rotary
Austintown Detective Sgt. Jeff Toth recently shared the impact of the revitalized Drug Abuse
Ursuline Preschool helps Haiti victims
One school coming together to teach children about the act of giving and caring was the goal of
Canfield track teams third at county meet
The Canfield boys and girls varsity track and field teams earned a third-place finish behind
Earth Day tradition continues
For 27 years, scouts and volunteers have been scouring the environs of Mill Creek Metropolitan Park
Boardman record holder jumping at Mount Union
Samara Sutton, a 2009 Boardman graduate, is competing on the Mount Union College track and field
Peter Pan flies through Boardman
Springtime at Boardman High School, is the time for April showers, blooming flowers and flying students.
Broadway comes to St. Charles School
The Great White Way will come to Boardman when the St. Charles School Drama Club presents “A Little
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
Boardman girls win 10th county title
The Boardman girls track and field team carried on the tradition established by former teammates in
Sidewalk project still in the works
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Even if the village can’t reach agreement with property
Angels for Animals’ garage sale draws thousands
Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale April 16-18 at the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Angels’ garage sale draws thousands
Angels for Animals held its annual Gigantic Garage Sale April 16-18 at the Canfield Fairgrounds.
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.
Ursuline Preschool helps Haiti victims
One school coming together to teach children about the act of giving and caring was the goal of
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield tennis team wins big at home court The Canfield High School boys’ tennis team defeated
Yellow brick road to research
Staff nurses followed the yellow brick road to their Nursing Research Idea Fair April 15. The fair
Canfield adds members to National Honor Society
Canfield High School held its National Honor Society induction ceremony April 16, during which 47
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
Memorial Day tradition continues
Bring a folding chair, your children and a few snacks and get ready for the 106th Memorial Day
Young gymnast hits her marks, wins competition
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Years of hard work resulted in a championship for a young
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.44 .03 Avalon
Business Digest
Hospital’s outlook Akron Moody’s Investors Service recently revised the investment outlook for
Pa. education secretary to head Allentown schools
Associated Press ALLENTOWN, Pa. State Education Secretary Gerald Zahorchak announced Thursday he
newsmakers
newsmakers Brees is cover model for Madden NFL Drew Brees has another prize to put next to his
Governor hopefuls bank $12M for fall
Associated Press COLUMBUS The two leading candidates for governor have a combined $12 million in
Weathersfield implements plans to improve finances
Staff report MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield Local School District has implemented some savings
49ers take pair of ‘O’ linemen
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Mike Singletary’s offensive line received a major makeover
Bengals take a TE at No. 21
Associated Press CINCINNATI Jermaine Gresham nearly bowled over Bengals linebacker coach
Racing at Sharon and Mercer tracks
HARTFORD The new season of racing begins April 24 at Sharon Speedway with the start of points in
Craigslist posting nets charges
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. A Connecticut man who was feuding with his neighbor targeted
2 men facing federal charges
Staff report Cleveland Two Mahoning Valley men have been indicted by federal grand juries, one
Talbot pitches well in Tribe win over Twins
By PAUL HOYNES The Cleveland Plain Dealer MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. The first two games at the Twins’
Lawmakers want to see Obama’s birth certificate
Associated Press PHOENIX Lawmakers in Arizona are expressing doubt over whether President
Financial overhaul
Obama asks industry to ‘join us instead of fighting us’ McClatchy Newspapers NEW YORK Speaking
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
Irish bishop resigns
Irish bishop resigns VATICAN CITY Heads are starting to roll in the Catholic Church’s child-
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Jackie L. Croyle II, 26, of 237 E. Fairmont Ave. New
NCAA expands tourney by 3 teams
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The NCAA has decided not to mess around too much with March
Man jailed on shooting charges
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Boardman Casimiro Ellis is in Mahoning County jail on an
‘Doomed’ dog gets TV spot
By JC REINDL Blade staff writer TOLEDO Lucas County’s best- known impounded pit bull, once
oddly enough
oddly enough Cows go roaming on Ohio State campus COLUMBUS Two cows got loose on the Ohio
Prayer Day ruling to be appealed
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. The Obama administration said Thursday it will appeal a court
Pirates’ loss one for the record book
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. Ryan Braun, Jim Edmonds and the Milwaukee Brewers went totally
Bob Baffert happy having a Derby underdog
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Bob Baffert has little doubt who should be the favorite in the
Tea Party planned
Tea Party planned MERCER, Pa. The Christian Coalition of Mercer County is sponsoring a Tea Party
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Timothy and Nicole Vance, Youngstown, triplets: girl and two
‘South Park’ episode airs despite warning
Associated Press NEW YORK Comedy Central’s “South Park” included a representation of the Prophet
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A listing on page C4 in the VIBE entertainment section Thursday contained an incorrect
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to 11
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD
Nearly 4 million to pay health-insurance penalty
Associated Press WASHINGTON Nearly 4 million Americans — the vast majority of them middle class
Penguins fall in three overtimes
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Matt Carkner scored at 7:06 of the third overtime to give the Ottawa
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
Volcano tests globalized world
Opinion: Volcano tests globalized world Dallas Morning News: For a while there, the world seemed so small,
4 candidates vie to unseat US Rep. Wilson
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson faces a political
Obstacles in space
Opinion: By Jonathan Coopersmith History News Service President Obama’s plans for the future of America’s
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
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
Cavaliers sloppy in Game 3 defeat
Associated Press CHICAGO LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers can forget about sweeping the
Austintown community briefs
Curves offers Silver Sneakers classes Free Silver Sneakers classes are offered daily to eligible
Boardman briefs
BHS alum earns animal science degree Courtney Hull of Boardman, Ohio, will graduate during the
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 23, the 113th day of 2010. There are 252 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Chasing the chase already
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Congratulations, Jimmie Johnson, Matt Kenseth and Greg
Hunter-Reay still an insecure driver
Associated Press LONG BEACH, Calif. Ryan Hunter-Reay feels like he’s on a playground roundabout,
Poland community briefs
Look out for the orange barrels There will be some construction projects under way in Poland
Austintown Police Blotter
April 8 Burglary: A television, X-Box and $1,500 in cash were stolen from a home in the 80 block
Prep Baseball roundup | Thursday’s games
Boardman 8, Mass. Perry 4 MASSILLON Sam Porter homered and drove in three runs to lead Boardman
‘The Back-Up Plan’ lacks chemistry
By ROGER MOORE The Orlando Sentinel Two scenes stand out in “The Back-up Plan,” Jennifer
Dann probe winds down
Opinion: It’s taken close to two years, but an investigation into wrongdoing at the attorney general’s office
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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.
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
Steelers’ message to Ben: Shape up or you’re out
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger is on his own this time. The Steelers stood
Former Sheriff Nemeth, 62, dies of cancer
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com BOARDMAN Former three-term Sheriff Edward P. Nemeth,
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
Grand jury extension ordered by judge
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Special prosecutors investigating potential
Girard rallies for AAC victory
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com GIRARD In game that fell in and out of Girard’s grasp, the
2 plead guilty in animal-cruelty case
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Brian and Betsy Spin each pleaded guilty to six
North-South Game has many locals
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Seven area senior standouts will be joined by Salem football
Bluebells spring forth in Poland Forest
Bluebells spring forth in Poland Forest By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland It was
YSU ROUNDUP || Pittsburgh 21, Youngstown State 12 Niles
Baseball Pittsburgh 21, Youngstown State 12 Niles
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
Ban on selling guns is vacated
Campbell law was approved Jan. 6 By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell City council
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.
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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
Port authority hires new airport director
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport’s new director has
Bank reports $39.7M income
Huntington had a $2.43M loss in the same period last year By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com
Thunder roars in Trenton
Opinion: MORRISVILLE, Pa. The bridge spanning the Delaware River connects New Jersey’s capital with this
UCFC reports $3M loss in 1st quarter
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Home Savings and Loan Co. continues to be troubled
Unfinished business on this Earth Day
Opinion: By Jane Danowitz McClatchy-Tribune On this 40th anniversary of Earth Day, it’s hard to imagine
Business Digest
KeyCorp shares rise 14 percent Cleveland KeyCorp shares soared 14 percent Wednesday after the
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
11 missing in oil-rig blast
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The Coast Guard by sea and air planned to search overnight for 11
Obama: Court pick should back women’s rights
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama, treading carefully in the explosive arena of
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
Ohio Edison seeking approval
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Ohio Edison Co. is seeking approval by the Public
Pirates routed by Milwaukee
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Yovani Gallardo had 10 strikeouts in five shutout innings and the
Indians dominated by Twins
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Francisco Liriano is looking a lot like his old, nasty self early
Niles council revises floodplain
Staff report NILES A decision by city council Wednesday to revise the city’s floodplain means
Youngstown police plan to beef up downtown patrols
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With the weather about to get warmer and an
3 charged with drug trafficking
Staff report youngstown Police charged three men with trafficking in marijuana after executing a
Canfield outslugs Boardman, 11-9
Staff report CANFIELD Nick Reinthaler’s first-inning grand slam wiped out Boardman’s 4-0
oddly enough
oddly enough Cleanup crew finds prosthetic leg along Shenango River SHARON, Pa. One item
Columbiana Co. looks to get ahead of poverty
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Local social-service and faith-based
Nation & World Digest
Pope vows action in sex-abuse scandal VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI pledged Wednesday that the
Mathews decision lambasted
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA The woman who headed Mathews schools levy committee last
$100 bill receives high-tech redesign
Associated Press WASHINGTON The folks who print America’s money have designed a high-tech
French leader seeks ban of veils in public
Associated Press PARIS French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Wednesday ordered legislation that
Ex-lawyer for sewer agency faces charges
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former top lawyer for the sewage agency serving northeast Ohio has
Activists want plant to be fish-friendly
Associated Press TOLEDO Electricity-generating plants that suck water out of lakes and rivers
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
Champion defeats Girard, 4-3, in AAC contest
GIRARD Lindsey Swipas, Alison Sorber, Sierra Blackson and Taylor Petersal had RBIs to lead
China orders monks out of quake zone
Associated Press BEIJING Earthquake survivors say it was the Tibetan monks who helped first,
Lawrence officials OK drug tests for new hires
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. New employees of Lawrence County government will have to undergo
Former officer, now mystery writer, to speak
Staff report WARREN Stacy Dittrich, who worked for 17 years in law enforcement and is now a
$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
newsmakers
newsmakers Stratosphere jump opens to daredevils LAS VEGAS Visitors to the Stratosphere tower
Bulls’ talk spurs LeBron
By Mary Schmitt Boyer The Cleveland Plain Dealer CHICAGO Keep talking, Chicago. LeBron James
More care required around lead paint
Associated Press WASHINGTON Contractors across the country must take additional precautions when
US cars are better, poll says
Associated Press WASHINGTON America’s love affair with the automobile has a new spark — a
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Michael J. Pallone, 37, of 4066 Baymar Drive #4,
Man convicted in child-sex case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A jury of eight women and four men found a 57-year-old Austintown man
Rotarians host wine reps from France
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Local Rotarians are the hosts for four
Ohio extends appliance rebates
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has extended its popular rebate program on kitchen and laundry
Land dispute headed to court
Staff report LISBON A battle over an annexation of land to Salem is going to court. Judge
Relocation of casino site on ballot
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Issue 2 on the May primary ballot would allow an
Equality for all is urged
Opinion: Equality for all is urged While we certainly appreciate the cause of men coming together to better
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
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
Penguins hope to close out series
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The young Pittsburgh Penguins have been through everything the
Despite acquittal, officer has no job
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl says he stands by the firing of a
Liberty schools notify teachers about 29 layoffs
Staff report liberty The school district has told 29 teachers that they are laid off next year
Receiver appointed for Eagle Heights
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County Common Pleas magistrate has placed Eagle Heights
U.S. companies will benefit
Opinion: Seattle Times: China recently announced it will strengthen its currency and allow it to move more
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Death Takes a Holiday,SDRq Victorian Players Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave.,
LIGHTHEARTED FARE: ‘Sex’ and ‘Shrek’ aim for laughs
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer LOS ANGELES Studio executives don’t care about your money.
Tracy Lawrence is trying a new approach
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When Tracy Lawrence scored a No. 1 single with 2006’s
Other comedy and romance highlights:
Other comedy and romance highlights: “Nanny McPhee 2” (Aug. 20): Emma Thompson returns as the
ACTION flicks: ‘Iron Man’ leads a familiar pack
DAVID GERMAIN Associated Press LOS ANGELES Hollywood heroes are expanding their age
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-
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Announced by David and Linsay (Jackson) Lewis, 1107 Sunday Lane, Winona Lake, Ind., is the birth of
‘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
TMH accreditation
TMH accreditation Warren Trumbull Memorial Hospital has received a three-year term of
Surplus food
Surplus food American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway, 10 a.m. to
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
Meeting canceled
Meeting canceled BOARDMAN ABC Water and Storm Water District trustees have canceled today’s
New This Week
New This Week The Back-up Plan (PG-13) sss After deciding to have a baby on her own, a women
Mandrake Project getting vocal
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com First impressions being what they are, Youngstown, the
It’s a good day to talk trash
Opinion: By Bruce J. PARKER McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON The 40th anniversary of Earth Day is an
Filibuster should be mended
Opinion: WASHINGTON My approach on the filibuster is the same as Bill Clinton’s on affirmative action:
$197M loss fails to lessen hope
Despite red ink, Chrysler’s first quarter marks an improvement Staff/wire report DETROIT
Challenger Sestak criticizes Specter’s ‘Swift-Boat’ ad
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. U.S. Rep. Joe Sestak, the retired Navy vice admiral who is
Cancer awareness
Doctors and patients are focusing on prevention McClatchy Newspapers DALLAS Rhonda McCartt was
Issues remain on 40th Earth Day
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pollution before the first Earth Day was not only visible, it was in
WTG
Thursday Dance Brandon Martin’s Benefit Dance Show, 9 p.m., The Lemon Grove Cafe, 122 W. Federal
Multivitamin linked to nerve problems
Q. Last October, I started having neurological symptoms. My hands were falling asleep every night
Boardman police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: April 16 Menacing: A worker
Wednesday, April 21 (110 stories)
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
Valley jobless rate rises again
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Unemployment in Youngstown reached its highest
AAC extends invitations to Fitch, Jefferson
By ROB TODOR todor@vindy.com The All-American Conference will look radically different in two
Penguins earn Horizon split with Vikings
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com CANFIELD The Youngstown State softball team knew that
Lenhoff to plead guilty to charge
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite his estranged wife’s plan to plead
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
US civil-rights panel blasts Youngstown hiring policies
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is
High hopes || Women’s golf heads to conference championships
Women’s golf heads to conference championships By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Youngstown
Gaudio reinstated to job as deputy clerk
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite his legal and personal troubles
Goddard School focusing on the environment
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Two-year-old Olivia Hetson strikes a pose in
Volleyball adds 5 recruits to class of ’10
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State first-year volleyball coach Krista Burrows announced
Softball team taking donations for charity
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown State softball team is asking the community to help it
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
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.
Millionth fan enters city arena
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Balloons and applause met Jessica Hayes as she
YSU student will appear on ‘Inside Edition’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Ty Campana of Struthers will be profiled on “Inside Edition”
major league baseball roundup
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 7, Rangers 6 BOSTON Darnell McDonald, called up from the minors
Lorena Ochoa says she’ll retire
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Lorena Ochoa is retiring, just as Annika Sorenstam did two years
Violent rhetoric is troubling
Opinion: The recent spike in violent political rhetoric coupled with last week’s arrest of two men who
Crosby leads Pens to 7-4 win
Associated Press OTTAWA With a wildly offensive second period straight out of the 1980s, Sidney
Selected local stocks
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OSU’s Torrence is top DB
Associated Press COLUMBUS After years of sharing so much with graduating college teammates,
Alcoa wheels on Eco
Alcoa wheels on Eco cleveland The 2011 Cruze Eco will sport Alcoa wheels, Chevrolet announced
Pirates routed by Milwaukee
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Dave Bush pitched seven shutout innings and the Milwaukee Brewers
Track roundup
CANFIELD Canfield senior Dustin Brode set a school and Canfield High stadium record in the shot
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,
prep sports at a glance
Baseball linescores URSULINE 18, CAMPBELL 12 Ursuline1260063—18136 Campbell4160001—12106
Indians lose in series opener
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Kevin Slowey handcuffed Cleveland’s struggling offense for eight
nhl roundup
Flyers 4, Devils 1 PHILADELPHIA Jeff Carter scored two goals and Danny Briere had one to end
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
Masternick resigns as Trumbull rep on port authority
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA John J. Masternick has resigned as Trumbull County
3 sentenced for unlicensed dental practice
Staff report boardman Three people who worked at a South Avenue dentistry office have been
FDA urged to force cutback in salt content
Associated Press WASHINGTON Too much salt is hidden in Americans’ food, and federal regulators
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
Innocent Iraqis face charges
Opinion: BAGHDAD I came to Iraq to find my driver Salam, who has been unjustly imprisoned for the last 16
Limiting open enrollment mulled
Staff report struthers The school board is considering whether to limit open enrollment to
Nation & World Digest
Heathrow airport reopens to flights LONDON Europe’s busiest airport reopened Tuesday as air
Census: Sexes equal in advanced degrees
Associated Press WASHINGTON Women are just as likely as men to have completed college and to
Moon’s big night shows Cavs’ depth
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jamario Moon has been showing off his nifty dance steps during
Different view, different priorities
Opinion: Different view, different priorities Concerning the opinionated April 15 column by Bill Mullane,
Earth Day celebrations
Numerous celebrations are on tap to recognize the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on Thursday.
Supreme Court strikes down ban
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court, with only one dissenting vote Tuesday, struck
Singer Kelly Clarkson sparks smoking debate
Associated Press BOGOR, Indonesia Just a few miles after passing a towering Marlboro Man ad, a
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
Former coach pleads guilty to sex charges
Staff report WARREN George T. Swogger, 25, of Hubbard, a former Brookfield Middle School
Civil- rights leader dies
Associated Press WASHINGTON Dorothy Height, the leading female voice of the 1960s civil-rights
Warren Fire Dept. gets federal grant
Staff report WARREN The Warren Fire Department has received a $214,020 federal grant that will
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
Phantoms’ Sekac playing in world event
YOUNGSTOWN The International Ice Hockey Federation’s World Under-18 championship has reached its
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
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Ismael and Yolanda Garcia, Youngstown, boy, April
Yogurt replaces fat, adds flavor
McClatchy Newspapers When it comes to baking light, yogurt is an ingredient workhorse. The
Sweet and nutty spring special recipes
Family Features Looking for a great way to make spring gatherings even more special? Try adding
Surplus food
Surplus food E.B. Family Life Center, formerly Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church, 7 S. Garland
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday ABC Water and Storm Water District Board of Trustees, 1 p.m., Boardman Township
Michael Pavlik granted early release
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Judge R. Scott Krichbaum has granted
dropoff sites
dropoff sites Specified bins will be set up at these sites for donations of gently used sports
It’s time to end prisoner rape
Opinion: By Lovisa Stannow McClatchy-Tribune April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and one place we
For Crossley, word of mouth is key
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Adam Crossley may be a songwriter, but when discussing
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Omar M.I. Shkokani, 32, of 7544 Market St., Bldg. 4,
Free health fair set at Brookfield
Free health fair set at Brookfield BROOKFIELD Sharon Regional Health System offers a free health
newsmakers
newsmakers Suleman objects to ‘Octomom’ nickname CHICAGO Octuplets mother Nadya Suleman says
prep baseball roundup
Ursuline 18, Campbell 12 CAMPBELL Anthony Rohan had four hits and Paul Kempe added three as
Best Bets on TV tonight
“American Idol” (8 p.m., Fox): “American Idol” once again opens its heart — and its wallet — to the
Springtime Sumptuousness
Welcome the season with a luxurious menu By Lee Svitak Dean McClatchy Newspapers It was the
Goldman Sachs earns $3.3B as fraud case looms
Associated Press NEW YORK Goldman Sachs reaffirmed its leadership among Wall Street banks as it
‘Idol Gives Back’ promises surprise
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Simon Fuller, the entertainment magnate behind “American Idol” and
SEC looks into books at 19 largest US banks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Securities and Exchange Commission is examining whether any of
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Meatball crowned Beautiful Bulldog at Iowa pageant DES MOINES, Iowa Dozens of
prep softball
Ursuline 10, Howland 0 BAZETTA Senior Casey Lower had 12 strikeouts and didn’t allow a walk
Tuesday, April 20 (108 stories)
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
Nelson is proud of KO Drugs tourney
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament has
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
Ruling returns Miles to job
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com youngstowN Campbell’s finance director can go back to
Turner’s future with OSU still unresolved
By Doug Lesmerises The Cleveland Plain Dealer When Ohio State football recruit Jamel Turner was
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
Business Digest
Data center Westerville DRS, an information-technology consulting firm based in Youngstown, has
Freedom is being choked
Opinion: By Robert Higgs Free Lance-Star OAKLAND, Calif. The health care legislation recently bulldozed
Foreclosure plan not enough
Opinion: By Brian Gilmore McClatchy-Tribune The recent announcement by the Obama administration to do
State approves loan for new warehouse
Staff report warren The state has approved a $2 million loan for Anderson-Dubose to consolidate
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
Mexico wants U.S. retirees
Opinion: MEXICO CITY Mexico is silently working on proposals aimed at drawing millions of U.S. retirees to
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 18.00 —.08 Avalon
First Niles posts loss of $151,000
Staff report niles First Niles Financial, the holding company for Home Federal Savings and Loan
Poll: Most in US against legal pot
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Most Americans still oppose legalizing marijuana, but larger
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Lowell D. Smith, 60, of 7616 Hitchcock Road,
Toyota recalls SUVs, agrees to $16.4M fine
Associated Press WASHINGTON Toyota hurriedly ordered recalls of nearly 10,000 Lexus SUVs for
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor George Takei is 73. Singer Johnny Tillotson is 71. Actor Ryan O’Neal is 69.
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Classes of 1959 and 1960 will meet for breakfast at 9 a.m. Saturday at
SPORTS DIGEST || Thomas selected for Horizon League honors
Thomas selected for Horizon League honors INDIANAPOLIS Youngstown State sophomore Haley Thomas
Buy or rent? Cost gap narrows
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Thinking of buying a home? Consider this: The gap between monthly
Steelers expect news soon
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger zipped passes to his wide receivers, exchanged
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,
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
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mathews school board, executive session, 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting,
Man denies killing, dismembering wife
Associated Press CINCINNATI A man charged with murdering his wife and cutting up her body
LOTTERY
LOTTERY Monday drawings multistate Jackpot in tonight’s Mega Millions drawing is an estimated
GM to repay loan before June
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. will fully repay the $6.7 billion loan portion of
newsmakers
newsmakers Chris Brown to host Haiti benefit concert NEW YORK Chris Brown will headline and
Most who used rebates make $40K to $60K
Associated Press COLUMBUS A newspaper finds that nearly half the households taking advantage of
Catale: Charter school won’t be new one
By HAROLD GWIN gwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The president of the Youngstown school board says he
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
Death-row inmate denied clemency
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gov. Ted Strickland denied clemency Monday to a death-row inmate
Dems approve $25M for rail plan
Associated Press COLUMBUS A plan to restore passenger- rail service between Cleveland and
Court weighs workers’ privacy
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court appears likely to rule against public employees
Pens have big edge in series
Associated Press OTTAWA Trailing by a game in their first-round series against the defending
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
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.
Funds are sought to relocate bridge
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON The Columbiana County Engineer already is at work
Leading indicators increase 1.4 percent
Economy on the rebound? Associated Press NEW YORK A gauge of future economic activity jumped
Dental-health center gets larger facility
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. Money from the federal stimulus funds helped pay for a community
Europe resumes some air travel despite volcano
Associated Press LONDON Europe began to emerge from a volcanic cloud Monday, allowing limited
Hamlin edges Johnson in Texas
By Reid Spencer Sporting News NASCAR Wire Service FORT WORTH, Texas Denny Hamlin has a new
Civil rights warrior
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: Another civil rights icon is gone with the death Thursday of the Rev. Dr.
LeBron carries Cavs
By Brian Windhorst The Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND The Cavaliers do indeed have a lot of
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
Mo’Nique’s brother admits molestation
Associated Press CHICAGO The brother of Academy Award-winner Mo’Nique said Monday on Oprah
Street dept. pact OK’d
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Not wanting to strike, the 31-member city
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Albert Haberstroh, a Republican candidate for the 64th Ohio House District, provided
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
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
Stevens becomes 2nd US justice to turn 90
Associated Press WASHINGTON His tenure on the Supreme Court touched four decades, after service
Feed the Need
Feed the Need YOUNGSTOWN The Big Reach Center of Hope, a ministry of Greenford Christian
Meet Kerry Killinger, the man who destroyed WaMu
Opinion: By Roger Lowenstein Los Angeles Times Kerry Killinger, the deposed head of Washington Mutual,
Ex-officer charged
Ex-officer charged YOUNGSTOWN A former Youngstown and Hubbard Township police officer faces
2 seek nod in GOP primary
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Republican primary for state auditor pits a freshman
Demonstrators carry firearms
second-amendment rallies Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. Dozens of Second Amendment-rights
Sacred sight
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown For Richard Scarsella, there is nothing more
Tigers win on Bovo’s hit
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN With the tying and winning runs on base and
‘Robert the Younger’ is Boston race champ
Associated Press BOSTON Let him be known from Copley Square to Kenya as “Robert the Younger” —
Canfield and Austintown police calls
Police calls CANFIELD CITY April 12 Carrying Concealed Weapon, drug charges: Police arrested
Decision disappoints group
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The commander of the task force that has been heading up
Oklahoma City marks 15 years since bombing
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano told survivors
Nation & World Digest || Senators subpoena White House
Senators subpoena White House WASHINGTON In a rare public dispute between a Democratic-led
Calvary, West Side Baptist use merger approach to advantage
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown The congregations of Calvary Baptist Church,
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
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
Shooting of OSU recruit probed
Staff report Youngstown Unidentified assailants opened fire on former Ursuline High School
OVI task force makes 11 arrests
Staff report Youngstown The Mahoning County OVI Task Force arrested five people Saturday night
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
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
City man arrested in stabbing
Staff report Youngstown A city man was arrested after being accused of stabbing his neighbor.
Steelers’ Roethlisberger back — but for how long?
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Today, Ben Roethlisberger will line up under center, take the snap
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.
Airlines test skies, press to end ban
Associated Press AMSTERDAM Airlines that sent test flights into European airspace found no
Goldman Sachs facing questions in Europe
Associated Press LONDON Goldman Sachs is facing a potential backlash in Europe over the fraud
'Deadliest Warrior' offers bloody history lessons
McClatchy-Tribune It sounds like the kind of thing that would emerge either from the mind of an
Woman robbed
Woman robbed Youngstown A city woman was robbed at knife point early Sunday. The 35-year-old
Selected local stocks
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Canfield falls to Walsh Jesuit
AKRON Kasey McMurray’s double and Brina Sturgeon’s RBI single weren’t enough on Sunday as the
Prep sports at a glance
WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL SATURDAY LINESCORE Chaney 10, Lowellville 9 Lowellville2023101—994
Speaker announced for Salem event
Staff report SALEM The Salem Historical Society’s 40th Founders’ Day Dinner speaker will focus
1. BRITAIN
Opinion: 1. BRITAIN The Times, London, April 14: Forty years ago Gene Kranz, as flight director for the
Rain delays NASCAR twinbill
Associated Press FORT WORTH, TEXAS For all the talk about green-white-checkered finishes in
Years ago
Today is Monday, April 19, the 109th day of 2010. There are 256 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Dish to add Epix to list of channels
Associated Press NEW YORK Dish Network subscribers will have available to them some of the
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, public relations
Best Bets on TV tonight
“Earth Days” (9 p.m., PBS): “Earth Days,” the latest installment of “American Experience,” traces
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
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Answers to weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable. South you hold: xA Q 10 8 6 5 4 uVoid vA J 6
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
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Guerra organizes concert for Haiti SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic Dominican
Mulling over Dad’s predictions
Opinion: Mulling over Dad’s predictions Given the current state of the economy, I would like to share some
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH NJ school cafeteria serves up cheese-sandwich punishment ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.
Secretary-of-state hopefuls target Ohio’s election system
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Republican primary race for secretary of
Crime lab at center of growing scandal
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The tape recorder started rolling as two police investigators
WINNERS
WINNERS Country Music Awards List of winners at the 45th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards
Poland bids farewell to president, wife
Associated Press KRAKOW, Poland Tens of thousands of Poles bade farewell to President Lech
THIS WEEK’S DVD RELEASES
Available Tuesday: “Cheech & Chong’s Hey Watch This” “Crazy Heart” “Godspeed” “Homecoming” “Leaves
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
Nation & World Digest
US aid cuts hit democracy groups CAIRO President Barack Obama has dramatically cut funds to
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU golf takes second
YSU golf takes second Highland, Mich. The Youngstown State men’s golf team had its best finish
An economic turning point
Opinion: By Gary Reischel McClatchy-Tribune America faces an unprecedented challenge to our long-term
Whiff of change in pot vote
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer The voters of trendsetting California may well decide this
VAT should replace, not supplement, income tax
Opinion: WASHINGTON When liberals advocate a value-added tax, conservatives should respond: Taxing
Tearful pope: Church will better protect young
Associated Press VALLETTA, Malta With tears in his eyes, Pope Benedict XVI made his most
Counting sea life proves a big job
Associated Press WASHINGTON If the Census Bureau thinks it has its hands full counting
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
Geithner: Economy is growing fast
Geithner: Economy is growing fast WASHINGTON Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said the
Taliban: Buildup under way
Associated Press KANDAHAR, Afghanistan The Taliban are moving fighters into Kandahar, planting
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.
Chicago’s ‘villain’ rips into Garnett
Associated Press Cleveland Already despised and cast as a villain in Cleveland, Bulls center
Health-care law has 1st US long-term care plan
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON A casual observer of the health-care debate might think the
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
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.
Teachers become scapegoats
Opinion: Many teachers may lose their jobs if testing scores do not improve.
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.
Speaking of controversial bills ...
Opinion: How well I remember The controversy involving the G.I. Bill of Rights during the Second World War.
Toyota to mollify US public with fine
McClatchy Newspapers TOKYO Toyota Motor Corp. is considering paying a record fine imposed by the
Bucs extend mastery in close games
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The numbers don’t seem to mesh. The Pittsburgh Pirates have been
Elite edge
Crosby and Malkin net goals as Penguins take 2-1 series lead Associated Press Pittsburgh Even
Wright State blanks YSU softball team
By JIM FLICK sports@indy.com CANFIELD YSU coach Brian Campbell says the ball didn’t bounce the
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
Pavlik notebook
Final round woes: At Saturday’s post-fight press conference, Top Rank chairman Bob Arum and Kelly
Rockies’ Jiminez no-hits Atlanta
Associated Press ATLANTA Ubaldo Jimenez pitched the first no-hitter in the Colorado Rockies’
Indians rally in eighth to beat Chicago
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ozzie Guillen knows it’s too early to panic. On the other hand, the
Miller tops at Senior Women
Mary L. Miller’s 660 was the top score in the 18th annual Senior Singles Tournament of the
John Simon scores in OSU scrimmage
By KEN GORDON The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The Ghost of Great Defenses Past poked his head
Crosby carries the Pens
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The memory of Sidney Crosby hoisting the Stanley Cup last year
Ohio pharmacy students learn to clown around
Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The professor marched forward wearing a feathered wig and a bulbous
Fast starter
— Pavlik vs. Martinez undercard — Campbell’s Chris Hazimihalis polishes off foe midway through
Pride Center plans garden and trail
Staff report Youngstown The Mahoning Valley Pride Center’s major project of the spring and
Neighborhood Ministries joins campaign
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Neighborhood Ministries, a United Way agency with community outreaches
Global leaders can’t get to funeral
Associated Press WARSAW, Poland Some 100,000 Poles filled Warsaw’s biggest public square
Cardinal: John Paul II backed priest-shielding
Associated Press ROME Spanish media are quoting a retired Vatican cardinal as saying the late
Area golf calendar
MAY 2 — The 8th Annual Bedford Trails Youth Golf Tournament at the Bedford Trails Golf Course.
Iowa town rejects flood buyouts despite benefits
Associated Press CHELSEA, Iowa Two years ago, Larry Frese thought he’d escaped the worst of a
Pirates rally in 9th to beat Cincinnati
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Garrett Jones singled off the wall in right-center with the bases
Karzai appoints new head for election commission
Associated Press KABUL President Hamid Karzai took key steps toward reforming the country’s
Runner ready for ‘Holy Grail’
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com VIENNA If Terry McCluskey’s winded “hello” following a
JENNIFER BRUNNER
JENNIFER BRUNNER Age: 53 Home: Columbus Education: A law degree from Capital University Law
Pope begins pilgrimage in nation hit by sex scandal
Associated Press VALLETTA, Malta Pope Benedict XVI on Saturday began a pilgrimage in Malta, a
newsmakers
newsmakers Jay-Z sues Ortiz NEW YORK Jay-Z and a business partner are suing slugger David
Candidates release finance reports
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If money and incumbency are key factors in
Slimy critter caught in Licking River
Associated Press VISALIA, Ky. Jimmy Blackaby got a surprise while fishing in the Licking River
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
Associated Press
Associated Press HARARE, Zimbabwe When will all this end? It’s a common refrain in Zimbabwe.
Records fall at county meet despite weather
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN As if the competition weren’t stiff enough,
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
Celebrities forced to cancel shows
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A volcanic cloud of ash hovering over Europe is causing quite a
Officials: Soldier dismissed for threats
Associated Press BAGHDAD The U.S. Army has dismissed a soldier who threatened fellow troops and
Victims vigil will mark 25th year
Staff report WARREN Twenty-five years ago, when the first victims vigil was held here, Miriam
Surplus food
Surplus food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown.
Fugitive nabbed in Kentucky
Associated Press VERSAILLES, Ky. A Mafia-affiliated fugitive who escaped from federal custody by
Report: Guard inquiry not referred to police
Associated Press AKRON A juvenile-detention guard was fired but faced no criminal investigation
NASCAR’s late-race strategy disappearing
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Double-file restarts and the chance for multiple attempts at
Crowd rallies for gun rights
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Campbell About 100 people gathered here to rally for their
Speakers address Warren charter panel
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Warren Charter Committee heard from two “voices of
Annual cleanup set in Springfield
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD Springfield Township trustees announced
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Liberty school board, public caucus, 6 p.m., followed by scheduled meeting,
Pa. officials to search for unlicensed dogs
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. State officials will search door-to-door
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
Slovenian heritage
Slovenian heritage ENON VALLEY, Pa. The SNPJ Heritage Center will host a Slovenian heritage
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FB1/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
ODOT traffic advisory
Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 issued a traffic advisory regarding several new and
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 18, the 108th day of 2010. There are 257 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Blithe Spirit’ is Playhouse winner
By MILAN Paurich news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Maybe the third time really is the charm. After two
Storms cut power to thousands in Pa.
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A severe storm system carrying wind gusts up to 86 mph toppled trees
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
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
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
record reviews
‘Congratulations’ MGMT (Columbia) Grade: B While Oracular Spectacular, the first album from
BOOK REVIEWS
“The Whale: In Search of the Giants of the Sea” By Philip Hoare (HarperCollins, 453 pages,
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
Campbell author to sign first book
Campbell author to sign first book BOARDMAN Loreatha V. Hawkins of Campbell will sign copies of
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
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending April 10
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Changes” by Jim Butcher (Roc) 2. “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett
Collectors seek Brownie memorabilia
The Brownies, drawn by Palmer Cox, are almost unknown to anyone younger than 80 today, but they were
“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
Volcano keeps spitting out ash
Associated Press PARIS The Icelandic volcano that has kept much of Europe land-bound is far from
Health coverage rates on the rise
AREA increases AS MUCH AS 30% By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com Ink on the health-care- reform
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
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Cortland Savings & Banking v. Raymond L. Roddewig et al,
Tressel contract loaded with extras
By Ken Gordon The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS When Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel leaves
Most Americans don’t trust the US government, poll says
Associated Press WASHINGTON Can you trust Washington? Nearly 80 percent of Americans say they
Airlines moving toward profits
Airlines moving toward profits Associated Press ATLANTA Fares are higher, demand is up and
Sleeping in made her a survivor
Sleeping in made her a survivor JIEGU, China Her roommates used to call her a “lazy pig” for
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
Bill Clinton: Words really matter
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former President Bill Clinton warned of a slippery slope from angry
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,
Association of churches to sponsor festival
Association of churches to sponsor festival boardman Mahoning Valley Association of Churches
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES HONORS Employer awards ARLINGTON, VA. Three Ohio employers are semifinalists
OSU FOOTBALL News and notes
OSU FOOTBALL News and notes Simon stars: The assumption was that Cardinal Mooney’s John Simon
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
Convicted killer on suicide watch in Youngstown
Associated Press YOUNGSTOWN The next inmate to be executed in Ohio is getting heightened
Third Frontier good for area
Opinion: In these days of partisan wrangling and name-calling, the emergence of an issue that garners
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
Dana music fest to feature ensemble
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Aurista Chamber Ensemble of New York will be the guest group at the
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
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
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
Independent probe is necessary
Opinion: There he was in all his probatorial glory, telling the public about his job as Mahoning County’s
Plus-size furniture
The scale of furniture has increased over the last decade Los Angeles Times It can be a bit
KELLY’S REIGN ENDS
In 12-round battle, Martinez outlasts Ghost By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Tribune Q. With the number of new movies being shown in 3-D, I’m
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
Ohio watchdog questions stipends for bridge bids
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state watchdog says the Ohio highway department’s plan to award $1 million
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
robert k. yosay | the vindicator
robert k. yosay | the vindicator Students try to smell the tulips they planted last fall. Gianna
Tribe’s Talbot tames White Sox for first win
Associated Press CLEVELAND Mitch Talbot pitched a complete game for his first career win and
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
MYCAP director placed on leave
YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning/Youngstown Community Action Partnership board has placed its executive
Bars to show Pavlik fight
By jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Tonight’s middleweight boxing fight between
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Matt Tranovich and Amanda Davis Tranovich, Canfield, girl,
Great Food For All program available in Austintown
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road
Court filing seeks records from YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Attorneys for Ivan Maldonado have filed a mandamus action with the 7th
Victim’s family tells of rumors about killer
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city family recently buried one of
2 South Side robberies probed
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two robberies in the city, one involving a gun.
Go Go owner enters innocent plea
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Sebastian Rucci, owner of the Go Go Cabaret, has
Violent acts keep Youngstown police busy
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating several acts of
Healed Pryor ready to lead
Associated Press Columbus Already the buzz has started about Terrelle Pryor winning the
Spare-tire cables at root of Toyota recall
Spare-tire cables at root of Toyota recall WASHINGTON Toyota Motor Corp. said Friday it was
Suspect in rape of boy arrested
Staff report poland Village police arrested a Lowellville man who is charged in the rape of a 10
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
Miami trades Ginn to San Francisco
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Mike Singletary called Ted Ginn Jr. on Friday to
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
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
Track preview
Prep track preview BOYS URSULINE Coach: George Stroia, 32nd year. Returning letterwinners:
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,
Pavlik Nation descends on NJ
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com ATLANTIC CITY At 2:05 p.m. Friday, just outside the Palladium
Fugitive sought
Fugitive sought boardman The U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering
Charges may follow property intrusion
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON The Columbiana County commissioners will decide
What crowd? Many MLB ballparks empty
Associated Press Vernon Wells lofted a foul ball that landed way, way deep in the upper deck, and
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
LISA-ANN ISHIHARA | THE VINDICATOR
LISA-ANN ISHIHARA | THE VINDICATOR Cancer survivor Charles Stark of Canfield gets assistance from
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
Stewart wins pole in Texas
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Tony Stewart will start his 400th Sprint Cup race from the
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
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,
Jewish/Christian Studies continue
Staff report Jewish/Christian Studies North continues its sessions on the role of marriage in
Eruption could mean business headaches
Associated Press LONDON The eruption of a volcano in the tiny, isolated island nation of Iceland
robert k. yosay | the vindicator
robert k. yosay | the vindicator Students at Poland North Elementary plant seeds beneath an arbor
Installation event planned Sunday for Rev. Bowie
Staff report youngstown The Rev. James C. Bowie will be installed as pastor of Greater
Obama’s asteroid goal is risky task
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Landing a man on the moon was a towering achievement. Now
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
Nick Jr. ‘Storytime’ comes to life
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com A veteran of the New York theater scene, Sam Scalamoni
Growing wild
Poland school resumes outdoor lessons By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland Students
Pastor Street to be installed in service Sunday
Staff report mcdonald Summit Assembly of God, 2615 Salt Springs Road, will host an installation
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
Man found guilty of kidnapping
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A jury reached a split verdict in the
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.
Pa. trooper’s role in Roethlisberger case investigated
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A Pennsylvania state trooper with Ben Roethlisberger the night he
eagle of the cross | Award recipients
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Serious problems found at mines
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Ohio jobless rate 11%
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McVicker concert
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Alexis Capan plants seeds in an outdoor classroom at Poland North Elementary.
Alexis Capan plants seeds in an outdoor classroom at Poland North Elementary.
Another political battle looms
Opinion: The Denver Post: The retirement of Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens, who has served
Treasury to limit pay at 3 companies
Treasury to limit pay at 3 companies washington The Treasury Department will limit 2010 cash
God responds to prayers in different ways
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Birthdays
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Will payday fix become a reality?
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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
SEC accuses Goldman Sachs of fraud
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government has accused Goldman Sachs & Co. of defrauding
festival schedule
New Music Festival at YSU All events for the New Music Festival are free and open to the public,
Muslims can’t pray freely
Opinion: By Farhana Khera McClatchy-Tribune If you’re a Christian, you wouldn’t want the FBI planting
Stocks fall with news of charges
Associated Press NEW YORK Financial shares led the stock market sharply lower Friday after
Selected local stocks
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Will Kyrgyzstan make it?
Opinion: By Pavel Dyatlenko Institute for War & Peace Reporting BISHEK, Kyrgyzstan — For the third time
news show
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Former President Bill Clinton.
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Richard L. Herman Jr., 41, of 17 N. Navarre Ave.,
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
Lisa-Ann Ishihara | THE VINDICATOR
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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
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-
WILLIAM D. LEWIS | THE VINDICATOR
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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
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.
Coroner’s office changes its procedure
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Beginning Monday, the Mahoning County
Campbell employees to be paid; suit filed
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell City employees are being paid, but an ongoing
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
By HArold gwin
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Longer jail-suit decree sought
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CLEVELAND Lawyers for inmates who won a class-action
Pavlik’s WEIGH world
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Incumbent: ‘There is no politics’
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Frank Fuda says it’s no fluke that Trumbull County
Chicago says bull to Cavs’ sweep
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE They pushed the Boston Celtics to the edge last season. This year,
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Pregnant teen seeks answers
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Ministry of presence
Chaplain offers spiritual guidance for patients and families facing end-of-life issues By LINDA M.
if you go
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The number of unemployed workers in Ohio in March, up from 648,000 in February, according to the
MLB roundup | Friday’s games
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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
In pre-fight war of words, few can top Loew of Team Pavlik
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Marc Dann’s wife files for divorce
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com LIBERTY The wife of former Attorney General Marc Dann,
Canfield TEA party assails taxation on Tax Day
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com canfield They carried signs and wore T-shirts,
Hart, Cardinals slay Red Dragons
By Jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com Niles Junior pitcher Carlee Hart and her Canfield teammates
Mom jailed in tot’s death is pregnant
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Shannon McBride, facing an aggravated-murder
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
Arts are in bloom at St. Charles school
While spring is converting the blank canvas of dormant winter landscapes into vibrant artistry, St.
Bands rock for Relay for Life
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Bands varying from rock and roll to heavy metal united April
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield softball team splits doubleheader The Canfield Cardinals girls softball team split a
Austintown Police Blotter
April 1 Recovered property: A 20-inch bicycle was stolen from Watson Elementary School, 225 Idaho
Earth Day tradition continues
For 27 years, scouts and volunteers have been scouring the environs of Mill Creek Metropolitan Park
Musical petting zoo visits Austintown Library
Austintown Library was filled with the sound of music Tuesday as more than 15 instruments were
Mill Creek MetroParks prepare for peak season
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks maintenance crews have weeks of work
Online classes could help retention in Austintown
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Specialized online courses could be an incentive for former
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
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."
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
Cardinal radio offers more sports coverage
CardinalRadio.com is announcing a new concept in covering Canfield High School sports. The new
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.
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local
Arts are in bloom at St. Charles school
While spring is converting the blank canvas of dormant winter landscapes into vibrant artistry, St.
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
MetroParks Farm hosts health and safety expo
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Mahoning County Farm Bureau, in cooperation with the
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
Austintown briefs
Join Walk MS at the Canfield Fairgrounds Walk MS Mahoning Valley, presented by Giant Eagle and EMD
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
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local
Angels to present annual style show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting the public to attend “Springtime Bouquet,” its 33rd annual spring
Boardman alum running track at Akron
Lauren Agnew, a 2009 Boardman graduate, is competing on the University of Akron track and field team
Curves fitness clubs collect tons of food
The Curves month-long, 12th annual food drive was a great success for the four participating local
Earth Day tradition continues
For 27 years, scouts and volunteers have been scouring the environs of Mill Creek Metropolitan Park
2010 BRUSH PICKUP PROGRAM
QUADRANT 1 (NORTHEAST) Week of April 26, 2010 Broad Street, North (Odd numbered addresses –
Cancer survivors to be honored at Relay
This year, the American Cancer Society will honor survivors of cancer at every Relay For Life
Canfield briefs
Enjoy wines and food at benefit in Canfield Tickets are still available for the fourth Annual St.
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.
Angels to present annual style show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting the public to attend “Springtime Bouquet,” its 33rd annual spring
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.