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Joseph Clark, 22, gets 5 years for breaking toddler's leg in 2 places
Joseph F. Clark, 22, of Royal Mall Drive, Niles, was sentenced to 90 days in the Trumbull County jail on charges of felonious assault and child endangering for breaking a 16-month-old boy’s leg in two places.
Flood waters close portions of US 422
High waters have closed US Route 422 in Trumbull County between state Routes 282 and 305.
Foster care walk is Saturday
Mahoning County Children Services Foster Parent Association will host a 2K/5K walk for foster-care awareness beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Goshen intersection reopens
The intersection of U.S. Route 62 and state Route 165 in Goshen Township, closed earlier due to a
Chemical spill closes Goshen intersection
The intersection of U.S. Route 62 and state Route 165 in Goshen Township is closed due to a chemical
Summit focuses on East Side problems
Those attending a community summit on the city’s East Side complained about loud music, junkyards,
Columbus, Cleveland are in the top cities for dog attacks on letter carriers
Columbus, Cleveland are in the top cities for dog attacks on letter carriers
McCain: Torture ineffective and did not lead to bin Laden
Waterboarding and other harsh interrogation techniques were not a factor in tracking down Osama bin Laden, a leading Republican senator insisted Thursday.
In Texas schools, a picture is worth 1,000 calories
In Texas schools, a picture is worth 1,000 calories
bin Laden used flashdrives, couriers to email 100s of terrorists worldwide
Despite having no Internet access in his hideout, Osama bin Laden was a prolific email writer who built a painstaking system that kept him one step ahead of the U.S. government's best eavesdroppers.
Bond set at $1M for Ohio man charged in deputy's death
Bond set at $1M for Ohio man charged in deputy's death
2 Border Patrol agents killed in Arizona crash
GILA BEND, Ariz. (AP) — Two Border Patrol agents helping in a pursuit of suspected illegal
Both sides scolded in Casey Anthony jury selection
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — The judge in the trial of an Orlando woman accused of killing her 2-year-old
Mom gets probation in baby’s death by ex-boyfriend
Shannon McBride, whose 23-month-old baby was beaten to death by an ex-boyfriend, was sentenced to
Kent State sues ex-basketball coach over departure
KENT, Ohio (AP) — Kent State University is suing former men’s basketball coach Geno Ford for more
Child porn ring suspect cries, gets prison time in Pa.
Child porn ring suspect cries, gets prison time in Pa.
Police: Campus gunman tried entering Mo. Army base
ROLLA, Mo. (AP) — Authorities say a gunman who entered and left Missouri University of Science and
Spotlight on skater Kerrigan at brother’s trial
WOBURN, Mass. (AP) — Jury selection is set to begin in Massachusetts in the manslaughter trial of
Tanker plunges off overpass near Dayton, driver killed
Tanker plunges off overpass near Dayton, driver killed
DC-bound bus overturns in Md. field, injuring 17
CENTREVILLE, Md. (AP) — Authorities say a motor coach bus carrying a kindergarten class on a
1 passenger dies, 21 injured in SE Texas bus crash
VICTORIA, Texas (AP) — Authorities say a bus was sideswiped by another vehicle and careened into a
Texas man freed after DNA evidence clears him
DALLAS (AP) — A Dallas man who spent 27 years in prison for aggravated sexual assault is free after
Mahoning commissioners looking for new budget director
Mahoning commissioners looking for new budget director
Police: Gunman fired shots before entering campus
ROLLA, Mo. (AP) — Police say a gunman who entered and left a Missouri University of Science and
Sheriff confirms 2 Border Patrol agents killed
GILA BEND, Ariz. (AP) — Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio has confirmed that two U.S. Border Patrol
Officials: 2 men arrested in NYC terror probe
NEW YORK (AP) — Two men are in custody in an alleged terror plot against a New York City synagogue.
Denver appeals court weighs military impostor law
DENVER (AP) — A government attorney says a law making it illegal to lie about being a war hero
Youngstown chosen to host fall international economics conference
Youngstown chosen to host fall international economics conference
Youngstown man gets prison term for October shooting
Youngstown man gets prison term for October shooting
Error made on last day of school for Beaver Local students
Error made on last day of school for Beaver Local students
Parole board recommends mercy for condemned Ohio inmate
Parole board recommends mercy for condemned Ohio inmate
Springfield trustees give fire officials another year to get EMT certification
Springfield trustees give fire officials another year to get EMT certification
Tractor show canceled for Friday, reset for May 20
Tractor show canceled for Friday, reset for May 20
Motorist attacked at an Ohio McDonald's restaurant
Motorist attacked at an Ohio McDonald's restaurant
SOCIETY DIGEST | Eagles to host dinner
Girard Eagles 2172, 26 W. Wilson Ave., will serve steak dinners from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the club hall.
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Wife still violates hubby’s trust
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wife recently had an affair. She told me she
HELOISE: How to take care of plants
Dear Readers: Houseplants can be a beautiful and healthy addition to a home. Here are some hints for
Parents announce date for Koenig, Mihnovets rite
The engagement of Emily Anne Koenig and Jonathan Alexander Mihnovets, both of Lakewood Ranch, Fla.,
Hlebovy-Church wedding date to be June 17
BOARDMAN The engagement of Jennifer Hlebovy and Thomas Church, both of Lakeland, Fla., and plans
Niehorster-Libert wedding plans are announced
The engagement of Melissa Niehorster of Canfield and James W. Libert IV of Austintown and plans for
Ginny Naples to be June bride of Nathan Porter
CANFIELD Ginny Naples of Pittsburgh, daughter of George and Robin Naples of Canfield, is engaged
Free health screenings Tuesday
The Visiting Nurse Association of the Greater Youngstown Area, 518 E. Indianola Ave., offers free health screenings from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, including oral cancer screenings from 9 to 11 a.m. by Dr. Pat DellaGatta of Dental Works.
Hadley man killed in one-car crash
A man was killed in a one-car accident in Salem Township early Wednesday morning.
Wooster Republican replaces House speaker at Chamber lunch
State Rep. Ron Amstutz, R-Wooster, will replace Ohio House Speaker William Batchelder, R-Medina, as the featured speaker at the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s annual legislative luncheon
Teenager shot in leg on South Side
A 17-year-old boy was shot in the leg at 7:50 p.m. Wednesday as he was walking in the 300 block of Philadelphia Avenue.
New group takes upbeat approach to bring back daily airline service
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA There was no room for cynicism at the Youngstown-Warren
Running with the Devils
There isn’t a whole lot that can slow down Miles Dunlap. The McDonald High senior seemed to be in every race of the Inter-Tri County championship meet at Western Reserve on Wednesday.
Howland’s big inning beats Fitch
The big inning has played a major role in the seasons for both Howland and Austintown Fitch High baseball teams this spring.
Tablack is out
Mahoning County commissioners will not seek a new administrator after this weekend. Instead, they said they will seek a new direction.
Giuriceo has fight date, but still needs a fighter
Lights Out Management coordinator Mike Cefalde spent much of Wednesday afternoon’s “press conference” at Dona Vito’s Italian Grille pacing in and out of the establishment while talking on his cell phone.
WRTA ranks low in job use
A study released today by the Brookings Institution ranked the Western Reserve Transit Authority 97th out of 100 transit systems nationwide in terms of connecting people with jobs.
Seeds rule at Div. II tennis meet
Results mirrored the seeding for the most part on the first day of the OHSAA sectional boys tennis tournament at Volney Rogers on Wednesday.
Operation Fore_cast aims to help before trouble worsens
Youngstown police and the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority have partnered with a list of social-service agencies in an effort to get some residents much-needed help.
Library board OKs higher wage scale
The Board of Trustees of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County has approved an agreement with a labor union that will reinstate a higher wage scale for its members.
Warren councilman reports threats
Al Novak, a Warren councilman, has reported to Warren police that he received two anonymous, threatening telephone calls and one anonymous written threat last week for supporting Doug Franklin for mayor.
Former court employee pleads guilty
A former Mahoning County Area Court employee pleaded guilty Wednesday to operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol and no contest to obstructing official business.
Fire dept. no longer dispatched to medical calls
Weathersfield Township trustees Tuesday announced that the township fire department no longer will be dispatched to answer medical emergencies, unless requested by the ambulance company.
Chaney’s final curtain call
Chaney High School students Janaia Spearman, left, as the Fairy Godmother, and Kaitlyn Cook as Cinderella rehearse a scene from “Cinderella” Wednesday at the school. Friday evening’s performance will be the final traditional theatrical production at the school.
Back on top: Winning fits Flashes to a ‘T’
On Monday afternoon, Champion High softball coach Cheryl Weaver was wearing a 2006 Division II state runner-up T-shirt when one of her players, junior pitcher Lindsay Swipas, said, “Mrs. Weaver, I like that shirt.”
Poll: Bin Laden death justified
Was the U.S. right to kill Osama bin Laden? Absolutely, and about time, Americans say.
Bill would aid military in voting
State Rep. Mike Dovilla was serving in Iraq four years ago when he attempted to obtain an absentee ballot to vote in that year’s municipal elections.
Bin Laden eyed big body count in US
Deep in hiding, his terror organization becoming battered and fragmented, Osama bin Laden kept pressing followers to find new ways to hit the U.S., officials say.
Streak buster: Indians handcuffed by Tampa Bay’s David Price
The Indians have been line dancing at Progressive Field since early April. The dance ended Wednesday night as David Price and the Rays stopped the Indians’ 14-game home winning streak with a 8-2 victory.
Participant donates quilt to benefit Liberty Relay of Life
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com liberty Judith “Judie” Johnson promised to “walk as much
Students participate in Scrappy’s Scholars Reading Club
Lloyd Elementary kindergartners in Robin Speece’s class were rewarded for reading by a special guest.
Floodwaters rise in Mississippi
Floodwaters from the bloated Mississippi River and its tributaries spilled across farm fields, cut off churches, washed over roads and forced people from their homes Wednesday in the Mississippi Delta.
Students inspired by balloon power
The balloon-powered cars made by students might not look like much, but they teach a lot.
Job openings at highest level since Sept. 2008
Companies in March advertised the most jobs since the peak of the 2008 financial crisis, a sign that hiring is likely to remain healthy in the months ahead.
Study: 48 women per hour are raped in Congo
The African nation of Congo has been called the worst place on Earth to be a woman.
Second night of KO Drugs boxing is Friday at ITAM
The 24th annual K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament heads into its second week of action on Friday with 28 bouts at the ITAM Banquet Center, 115 S. Meridian Road.
United Way selects 2011 chairwoman
Cynthia Anderson, president of Youngstown State University, is the 2011 campaign chairwoman of the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley.
Man pleads innocent to 10 rape charges
A Windham man has pleaded innocent in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court to 10 counts of rape and one count of gross sexual imposition — charges that could produce a life prison sentence.
Ceremony marks project completion
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles and Col. William H. Graham were among those who attended the ceremony Tuesday marking completion of sanitary sewer projects in Brookfield Center.
Name change announced by commissioners
Lawrence County commissioners announced Tuesday that the Lawrence County Mental Health/Mental Retardation office will soon become “Lawrence County Mental Health and Developmental Services.”
Officials sign on to have roof fixed
The Columbiana County Commissioners on Wednesday announced a settlement that will enable the repair of the roof of the Columbiana County Municipal Court at 38892 Saltwell Road.
Officials look for incentives
Mahoning Township officials said they are looking for tax or other incentives they can offer to bring the proposed racetrack in the north part of the township.
Springfield gives officials more time to get certification
Springfield Township trustees announced Wednesday they have decided to extend a deadline for Fire Chief Matt Gebhardt and Battalion Chief Don Wharry for one year to obtain medical certificates required by their jobs.
ACTION sponsors reform workshop
The faith-based community organizing group, ACTION, will sponsor a workshop on educational reform from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Newport Branch of Youngstown Public Library.
Supply trouble, stigma of recall plague Toyota
Toyota said Wednesday that its quarterly profit fell more than 75 percent, mostly because of production problems from the March 11 quake and tsunami.
U.S. & WORLD NEWS DIGEST | NATO strikes target capital
A series of NATO strikes are targeting the Libyan capital.
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL
Summertime is around the corner, which means it’s time to scream your head off on a thrill ride or take a leisurely stroll at an amusement park. Or, how about this: Do both.
METRO DIGEST || Villa Maria to celebrate Fair Trade
Villa Maria Community Center will have a celebration of World Fair Trade Day with free Fair Trade coffee and chocolate tastings, a fashion show, film and more from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Actor embraces offbeat ‘Dead Man’s Cell Phone’
Former WHOT-FM radio personality Brandy Johanntges has been making quite a name for herself on the community-theater scene in recent years.
Vexfest sets date, reveals headliner
Vexfest, the annual, free music-and-arts festival in downtown Youngstown, will be Aug. 14.
ODDLY ENOUGH | Britain’s Downing Street admits using bogus names
oddly enough Britain’s Downing Street admits using bogus names LONDON If you get a letter from
Who will suffer?
Opinion: By John Gage, Colleen M. KELLEY and JOSEPH A. BEAUDOIN McClatchy-Tribune Even though the threat
Mahoning County court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ernest L. Roth, 32, of 4543 Rhode Island Drive,
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, May 12, the 132nd day of 2011. There are 233 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Liberals need lesson in history
Opinion: WASHINGTON Outside the venue where Rep. Paul Ryan recently spoke in Madison, Wis., a university
Nightlife
American Legion Post 290, 44403 state Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-9657 Fri: Rock n Roll Heaven,
Food Network keeps alive the memory of a young chef
Matthew Finkel had overcome the odds by going to culinary school and becoming a bakery-pastry chef.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Hairspray’s” Tracy, Fairview Arts & Outreach Center, 4220 Youngstown-Poland
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Moving beyond the fear of terrorism
Opinion: By Daniel Akst Newsday Now that American forces have slain Osama bin Laden, can the average
Boehner’s unrealistic check
Opinion: WASHINGTON The news out of House Speaker John Boehner’s speech to the New York Economic Club was
Safety for rural residents
Opinion: Fremont (Neb.) Tribune: How much is peace of mind worth? It could be as little as $10 for those
Will Youngstown finally get V&M-related project going?
Editorial: The third time could well be the charm for Youngstown city government as it tries to get a $14.4
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 22.98 —.16 Avalon
New This week
New This week Bridesmaids (R) As maid of honor, a single woman leads her best friend and a
Ballet to have Spring Gala
Congressman Tim Ryan, Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams and WYTV news anchor Stan Boney will be among the guest dancers when Ballet Western Reserve presents its Spring Gala at 1 and 5 p.m. Sunday at Powers Auditorium.
NEWSMAKERS | Lohan enters plea in necklace theft
A lawyer entered a no-contest plea Wednesday for Lindsay Lohan in the theft of a necklace.
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial AME Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, hot lunch served, 11:30
Hubbard, Girard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD May
Preps at a glance
Baseball Division I Boardman 12, Warren Harding 8 Howland 7, Austintown Fitch 3 Division II
Technology taking its toll
Opinion: Technology taking its toll Is the advancement in tech- nology ruining the job market? I would say
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Trumbull County Board of Elections, special session, 3 p.m., board offices, 2947
HEALTH NEWS | Celebration dinner
Celebration dinner BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley is having its first
Natural remedy damages muscles
Q. At the recommendation of my doctor, I began taking red yeast rice (RYR) to lower my cholesterol.
More high school baseball results
TOURNAMENTS DIVISION I Boardman 12, Warren Harding 8 BOARDMAN Phil DiIanni had a double, a
Should you gulp?
Energy drinks are the fastest-growing segment of the beverage industry McClatchy Newspapers It’s
HEALTH NEWS | Free health fair
Free health fair YOUNGSTOWN New Beginnings Outreach Ministries is offering a free health fair
Wednesday's lottery results
LOTTERY Wednesday’s numbers OHIO Evening drawings: Pick 30-9-9 Pick 40-4-3-4 Rolling
BUSINESS NEWS DIGEST | Legislation targets Big Oil, OPEC
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown introduced Wednesday the Close Big Oil Tax Loopholes Act, which would aim to end more than $4 billion in tax deductions, subsidies and royalty relief given to the five biggest oil companies each year.
Players Championship is defined by the Island Hole, No. 17
The Players Championship has all the ingredients of the fifth biggest tournament in golf.
Spanish golfer receives emotional farewell
To the mournful wail of a lone bagpipe, some of Europe’s greatest golfers joined family, friends and local residents Wednesday at the funeral of Seve Ballesteros.
Bucs shut out by LA, waste a strong outing by Maholm
Another stellar start by Paul Maholm was undone by another subpar offensive performance by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
In Sugarland, a variety of music lives together
For Sugarland — singer Jennifer Nettles and singer- guitarist Kristian Bush — it seems like only yesterday the platinum-selling country act was just starting off.
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