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Pirates fall to Dodgers, 9-3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Andre Ethier homered twice and drove in four runs, Blake DeWitt had his first
Greater Youngstown Soap Box Derby moves to Mineral Ridge this year
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE The venue for the 2010 Greater Youngstown
Vindicator wins nine Associated Press awards
COLUMBUS The Associated Press Society of Ohio honored The Vindicator on Sunday with nine awards
American Impressionism, photography are focus of new Butler Art Institute exhibits
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When Hannah Moses conducts tours as a docent for the
Mother of Mahoning Valley student shot and killed at Kent State dies
Staff/wire report CANFIELD The mother of one of four students shot and killed by Ohio National
Canadiens tie series, 1-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Cammalleri scored two goals, Jaroslav Halak made 38 saves in a performance
Twins defeat Tribe
CLEVELAND (AP) — Delmon Young and Wilson Ramos had four hits each, Minnesota pounded out 20 as a
Tuesday’s primary election generates little excitement, many yawns
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There is very little of interest on Tuesday’s
Massillon man accused of road rage against fire chief
NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say an Ohio man is charged with menacing after he swung an
Juratovic-Saunders engagement is made known
Brookfield The engagement and upcoming marriage of Marina Juratovic and Justin Saunders is being
June wedding for Miss Mulichak, Mr. Costas
Boardman The engagement of Jessica Nichole Mulichak of Boardman and Christopher Nicholas Costas of
Parents announce Montgomery-Zuzik wedding plans
Hubbard Announcing the engagement of Kerry Lynn Montgomery and Brian P. Zuzik, both of Girard, are
Miss Pellett to be June bride of Mr. Manning
Newark Rupert and Gail Pellett of Newark are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Sally
DiGennaro 50th is observed at surprise party
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Rocco DiGennaro of Youngstown were honored April 24 as they celebrated
Anniversary to be observed by the Hustons
WASHINGTONVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Huston of Washingtonville will observe their 60th wedding
O'Neills mark anniversary at family dinner
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. John O’Neill of Youngstown will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at St. Mary Church at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. Snacks will be
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY Mau Mil Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at 7 p.m. at the home of
MCMSA honors member as its Gem of the Year
BOARDMAN Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance met for a dinner and business session April 23
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY Daphne will meet at 10:30 a.m. in the Tyler Classroom at Fellows Riverside Gardens for a
Area gardeners capture GCO flower show awards
cincinnati “It’s Not Easy Being Green - Or Is It?” was the theme for the Garden Club of Ohio
Society Digest
Ballroom dancing lessons at JCC YOUNGSTOWN Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, will
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Pet names bother sister
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I have a beautiful younger half-sister. “Emma” is 25
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Mom’s behavior is truly difficult
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My patience is running thin with my 92-year-old
Crime victims would be paid under new bill
Individuals convicted of violent crimes would be forced to pay restitution to their victims under legislation being introduced in the Ohio House.
Speaker to show how religion, culture shape beliefs on diet, healing, death
A cultural and spiritual diversity program is set for 9:30 a.m. May 18 at Park Vista Gathering Room, 1216 Fifth Ave.
Snapping turtle grabs boy's face
A 16-year-old city boy found out they are called snapping turtles for a reason.
Austintown cops review 3 similar child-abuse cases
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Township detectives can only speculate on the
Runnin’ down a dream
Optimist track and field meet provides a good test for those athletes with state tournament
Will Traficant run? Stay tuned Monday
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ex-U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. won’t
YSU suffers sweep by Wright St.
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com NILES A team has its work cut out for it when playing on the
Penguins lose two at Valpo in Horizon softball
Special to The Vindicator Valparaiso, Ind. The Youngstown State softball team fell to 14-33
Boardman High ensemble to perform at B.B. King’s NYC club
Boardman High School ensemble scheduled to perform at B.B. King’s club By DENISE DICK
Fest draws on love for the arts
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Tim Sicafuse and his family got more than they
Teri Haefke finishes with high average
AUSTINTOWN For the second time in six seasons, Teri Haefke of Austintown finished with the highest
Comic-book collectors add to their master list
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN What started as a small collection of Superman comic
Area golf scores
HOLES IN ONE Karen Patella aced the No. 5 hole (107 yards) at Tippecanoe Country Club. She used a
Volant keeps focused on adding to its allure
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com VOLANT, Pa. This quaint village of 120 residents has long
Bill seeks restitution for victims
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Individuals convicted of violent crimes would be forced
2 Valley projects still in running for $330K
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two Mahoning Valley projects to make local
Sir Elton makes memories for a packed downtown house
Elton John, the man who made so many memories during his 40-year career with his chart-topping music and showmanship, made unforgettable memories Saturday night for 7,000 area fans packed into the Covelli Centre downtown.
Collectors seek pottery pieces
Art pottery was first made in the United States by a group of women in Cincinnati who had seen the
Traficant: Will he? Should he?
Opinion: As a journalist who revels in the misery of politicians under fire, this writer is hoping that
PUBLIC LIBRARIES | May schedule
PUBLIC LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY BABY BRILLIANT Bonding With Babies and Books,
PUBLIC LIBRARIES | May schedule
PUBLIC LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY BABY BRILLIANT Bonding With Babies and Books,
Ready to make noise
Musical Instrument Museum opens in Phoenix Associated Press PHOENIX, Ariz. One man’s dream to
Job worries overshadow election interest in Ohio
Apathy may have impact on US Senate race Associated Press ASHLAND, Ohio Ohio voters are
Auto-parts makers revived
Associated Press DETROIT Companies that crank out gears, hoses, gauges and other parts for U.S.
Love him or hate him, Jimbo remains Jimbo
Associated Press News Analysis BOARDMAN A hero of the tea party movement is seated in a corner
Obama warns grads about political anger
Obama warns grads about political anger ANN ARBOR, Mich. In a blunt caution to political friend
Was the judge a rogue?
Opinion: Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Judge Shirley Strickland Saffold has been disqualified from presiding
Corporation donates van to Second Harvest Food Bank
Joe Nobile, left, vice president of manufacturing for Northern States Metals Corp. in Youngstown,
End is near for the TV theme song
By CHUCK BARNEY Contra Costa Times Excuse my lyrical hack job there, but I was inspired to write
HANDS‚äON | Volunteering opportunities
OPPORTUNITIES Free training sessions for nonprofits: HOVN would like to announce free capacity
PRIMARY ELECTION BALLOTS
An (*) denotes the incumbent. A X shows Vindicator endorsement. Contested races only. OHIO
WYSU pledge drive
WYSU pledge drive YOUNGSTOWN Radio station WYSU 88.5 FM raised $106,907 in its 40th anniversary
CURRENT PRICES for antiques & collectibles
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending April 24
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Deliver Us from Evil” by David Baldacci (Grand Central) 2. “The Help” by
Microsoft has upgrade for Live Messenger
Microsoft has upgrade for Live Messenger SEATTLE Microsoft Corp.’s next update to Windows Live
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Tribune Q. I am interested in the Western actor Lee Van Cleef. Is
Poetry captures universal theme
Staff report NEWTON FALLS Jeanne Bryner, nurse and writer, has released a book of poetry about
Memorial tribute at OSU honors late chief justice
Associated Press COLUMBUS A memorial pipe and drum corps led a procession of robed Ohio judges
SNAPZ || SPRING HAS SPRUNG
From growing fabulous flowers to enjoying days full of fun, we got some great pictures from our
CarMD diagnoses vehicle troubles
This column is a timely one for me since I just had the “Check Engine” light appear on my car. A
Cholesterol drugs may sap sex drive?
Q. I have taken statins to lower my cholesterol. Decreased libido was one of the many side effects I
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, May 2, the 122nd day of 2010. There are 243 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Parenting is a responsibility, not a playground
Sometimes, seemingly little things are of great import. I was reminded of this axiom recently during
Give the right gift
The best houseplant for Mother’s Day depends on the mother By Ruth Kassinger McClatchy
Elections officials predict turnout in Valley at 30 percent
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN More than two-thirds of registered voters in
Rancher found guilty in killing of Ohio nun
Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO A jury convicted a Brazilian rancher early Saturday of
ELECTION DAY Voting
ELECTION DAY Voting Don’t forget your ID The polls in Ohio are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Taiwan executes 4 murderers
Associated Press TAIPEI, Taiwan Taiwan has carried out a death sentence for the first time since
Hung jury for man accused in bar shootout
Associated Press TOLEDO A judge has declared a mistrial after a jury could not reach a verdict
A look at ‘sweeps’ fare
McClatchy Newspapers TV’s May “sweeps” period began Thursday and concludes May 26, and it’s a big
Anger over Ariz. law drives rallies
Associated Press CHICAGO Angered by a controversial Arizona immigration law, tens of thousands
St. Thomas sweeps Diocesan track and field meet
Staff report LOUISVILLE St. Thomas Aquinas won both the boys and girls portion of the 2010
Columbiana, Trumbull county court filings
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Huntington National Bank v. S.R. Dadante et al, money.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Liberty school board, 4 p.m., board conference room. Brookfield Township trustees,
Brian Minto stops before 10th
Associated Press OLDENBURG, Germany Marco Huck retained his WBO cruiserweight title on Saturday
SIMPLY SUPER
Calvin Borel — again — wins Kentucky Derby aboard Super Saver Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky.
Democrats Specter, Sestak square off in live debate
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Pennsylvania’s two Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate dueled
Criticism of critic went too far
Opinion: Criticism of critic went too far I was mildly disappointed and shocked to read the letter in last
Jamal Lewis likes Hardesty
Associated Press BEREA The Browns still have a punishing running back from Tennessee who wears
Lawyers flock to Coast to file suits for damage
Associated Press MIAMI Teams of lawyers from around the nation are mobilizing for a gargantuan
Arab nations back indirect peace talks with Israel
Associated Press CAIRO Arab nations on Saturday endorsed indirect peace talks between the
Errors, homers lead to Bucs ‘L’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Taking advantage of other teams’ mistakes was one of the hallmarks
Dixon cruises to victory in IRL
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Kan. Waiting for the final green flag out of a caution, a few laps
Surface area of oil spill in Gulf triples
Associated Press VENICE, La. The surface area of a catastrophic Gulf of Mexico oil spill quickly
Kyle Busch finally gets back to Victory Lane
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Kyle Busch snapped a 21-race losing streak — an eternity by his
Cavs rally past Boston in Game 1
Associated Press CLEVELAND The elbow’s fine. Hours before receiving his second straight MVP
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Desate York and Clifton Burkley, Youngstown, girl,
Snapping turtle injures boy
Staff report WARREN A 16-year-old city boy found out they are called snapping turtles for a
Pens’ Staal, Habs’ Markov are out for Game 2
Associated Press PITTSBURGH, PA. They’ve gotten by without Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Sergei
Two views of the sales-tax issue
Opinion: John’s a tall guy, and when he walks by, long arms keep time with long legs. But this past year,
Cabrera’s single wins it as Indians rally in 11th
Associated Press CLEVELAND Asdrubal Cabrera’s bases-loaded single with two outs in the 11th
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Ground broken for expansion of BC3
Staff report HERMITAGE, Pa. Ground has been broken for the expansion of Butler County Community
Strong team in place to assist in the development of the area
Editorial: The Western Reserve Port Au- thority has done well in filling two key positions, and now it’s up to
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FB1/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Coroner stakes out his ground
Editorial: There was an unnecessary and unseemly tug of war Friday morning in the Mahoning County
‘Heiress’ proves sturdy, classical at the Victorian
By MILAN PAURICH news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Stripped of the class consciousness, social satire
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