Photos for June 25, 2012

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Lesley Furgan and Jason Reed

Lesley Furgan and Jason Reed

Lesley Furgan and Jason Reed


Michael Firmstone and Lisa Bernat

Michael Firmstone and Lisa Bernat

Michael Firmstone and Lisa Bernat


Hunter Estell tries out the Lil’ Lightning McQueen 6-volt battery-powered ride-on toy to be given away at the Touch A Truck event Saturday at Village Hall in Poland. Hunter, 3, the son of Robert and Amanda Estell of East Liverpool, is attending the summer preschool session at Rich Center for Autism, where his brother, Greyson, is a student. Employees of Sweeney Chevrolet donated the toy. Raffle tickets for the car, helmet and one-year warranty are $1 and will be sold from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All raffle ticket sales and donations made at Touch A Truck benefit the Rich Center. Sponsored by Farmers National Bank, Touch A Truck is a free activity and one of several that are part of the Celebrate Poland festivities. For information visit www.celebratepoland.org.

Hunter Estell tries out the Lil’ Lightning McQueen 6-volt battery-powered …

Hunter Estell tries out the Lil’ Lightning McQueen 6-volt battery-powered ride-on toy to be given away at the Touch A Truck event Saturday at Village Hall in Poland. Hunter, 3, the son of Robert and …


Joseph W. Allen and Cheree M. Ready

Joseph W. Allen and Cheree M. Ready

Joseph W. Allen and Cheree M. Ready


Mustang and Camaro aficionados will face off Saturday at the Quaker Steak & Lube in Austintown during what is described as “not your run-of-the-mill” car show. At the Fifth Annual Mustang vs. Camaro Showdown, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the public will pick the winner; each vote will cost $1. The top three cars will win trophies. The North Eastern Ohio Camaro Club will pick the best Mustang, and the Mahoning Valley Mustangs will pick the best Camaro. The event raises money for Angels of Easter Seals and will feature a DJ, door prizes, a 50-50 raffle and a basket auction. Car owners will pay a $5 per car minimum donation. From left to right are John Keller, Mustang Club of America director; Betty Keller, vice president of Mahoning Valley Mustangs; Joan Zarlenga, president of Angels; Hunter Crites, Easter Seals client; and Carol O’Neill, of Angels. For information call 330-581-8382 or 330-730-3348. The showdown will go on rain or shine.

Mustang and Camaro aficionados will face off Saturday at the …

Mustang and Camaro aficionados will face off Saturday at the Quaker Steak & Lube in Austintown during what is described as “not your run-of-the-mill” car show. At the Fifth Annual Mustang vs. Camaro Showdown, from …


This photo shows tea that is offered to Chinese travelers upon check-in at the W Times Square in New York. Major hotel brands are catering to the needs of Chinese tourists.

This photo shows tea that is offered to Chinese travelers …

This photo shows tea that is offered to Chinese travelers upon check-in at the W Times Square in New York. Major hotel brands are catering to the needs of Chinese tourists.


The Rev. Duane A. Jesse is the newly installed pastor at Zion Lutheran Church in Cornersburg. The Rev. Mr. Jesse was installed during a Sunday evening ceremony before a congregation that nearly filled the church’s sanctuary.

The Rev. Duane A. Jesse is the newly installed pastor …

The Rev. Duane A. Jesse is the newly installed pastor at Zion Lutheran Church in Cornersburg. The Rev. Mr. Jesse was installed during a Sunday evening ceremony before a congregation that nearly filled the church’s …


Astros first baseman Carlos Lee, left, and pitcher J.A. Happ watch a bunt by the Indians’ Derek Lowe during the 
fifth inning of their game Sunday in Houston. The ball stayed fair, and Lowe reached first on the play.

Astros first baseman Carlos Lee, left, and pitcher J.A. Happ …

Astros first baseman Carlos Lee, left, and pitcher J.A. Happ watch a bunt by the Indians’ Derek Lowe during the fifth inning of their game Sunday in Houston. The ball stayed fair, and Lowe reached …


Pirates pitcher Kevin Correia delivers during the first inning of their game against the Tigers in Pittsburgh on Sunday. He gave up just two runs in six innings but was outmatched by Justin Verlander.

Pirates pitcher Kevin Correia delivers during the first inning of …

Pirates pitcher Kevin Correia delivers during the first inning of their game against the Tigers in Pittsburgh on Sunday. He gave up just two runs in six innings but was outmatched by Justin Verlander.


Levi, a 7-month-old giraffe, and Adam Guiher, owner of Living Treasures Animal Park near New Castle, Pa., greet Heather Livesay of Boardman and her daughter, Ava, 2, at the park.

Levi, a 7-month-old giraffe, and Adam Guiher, owner of Living …

Levi, a 7-month-old giraffe, and Adam Guiher, owner of Living Treasures Animal Park near New Castle, Pa., greet Heather Livesay of Boardman and her daughter, Ava, 2, at the park.


A traditional celebration of the Feast Day of St. Anthony of Padua recently also marked the merger of St. Anthony of Padua and Our Lady of Mount Carmel churches in Youngstown. The event included a Mass, a procession with a statue of St. Anthony, music and food.

A traditional celebration of the Feast Day of St. Anthony …

A traditional celebration of the Feast Day of St. Anthony of Padua recently also marked the merger of St. Anthony of Padua and Our Lady of Mount Carmel churches in Youngstown. The event included a …


Commander John Pariza of the Korean War Veterans Association of Mahoning Valley Chapter 137 makes opening remarks at Veterans Park at Wickliffe Circle in Austintown on Sunday during the Korean War Veterans’ Laying of the Roses ceremony.

Commander John Pariza of the Korean War Veterans Association of …

Commander John Pariza of the Korean War Veterans Association of Mahoning Valley Chapter 137 makes opening remarks at Veterans Park at Wickliffe Circle in Austintown on Sunday during the Korean War Veterans’ Laying of the …