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- Sanchez homers again as Pirates beat Astros 8-2
July 22nd, 2008 at 10:44 PM
HOUSTON — Paul Maholm shut down the Astros for eight innings, Freddy Sanchez homered for the second
- Youngstown school board asks for loan forgiveness
July 22nd, 2008 at 10:10 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The city school board wants the state to forgive all or part of the nearly $18 million
- Scrappers rained out; will play two Wednesday
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:31 PM
NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers’ game against the Aberdeen Ironbird was rained out Tuesday
- First Place reports earnings loss, dividend cut
July 22nd, 2008 at 06:56 PM
WARREN — First Place Financial Corp. reported lower earnings and a 50 percent cut in its quarterly
- $1.3 million bond set for aggravated murder suspect
July 22nd, 2008 at 03:42 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The man accused in the shooting death of 25-year-old Ricardo P. Moctezuma appeared in
- Portable potty vandalized at weekend arts festival
July 22nd, 2008 at 03:35 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who rented two portable rest rooms for a weekend arts festival downtown
- YSU football picked for third in Missouri Valley Conference
July 22nd, 2008 at 03:33 PM
ST. LOUIS — Youngstown State was picked to finish third behind preseason favorite North Dakota State
- Small plane has landing gear mishap
July 22nd, 2008 at 03:27 PM
VIENNA — The pilot of a small airplane failed to deploy his landing gear while practicing “touch-
- McDonald man accused in meat theft
July 22nd, 2008 at 01:14 PM
BOARDMAN — A McDonald man faces several charges accused of trying to steal meat from a South Avenue
- Girl says she was assaulted at Borts Pool
July 22nd, 2008 at 01:12 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — A 12-year-old Imperial Street girl assaulted by a group of kids as she left Borts Pool
- Home Savings drops school and government accounts
July 22nd, 2008 at 01:10 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Home Savings and Loan, which has been struggling with disappointing earnings and
- Water boiling advisory in Brookfield
July 22nd, 2008 at 01:08 PM
BROOKFIELD — Due to a main line break, those who live in the area of state Route 7 from state Route
- Fleet-footed thieves escape police
July 22nd, 2008 at 01:07 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — An employee of the Schenley Carry-out on Mahoning Avenue told police that a bank
- Public indecency arrest made in Boardman
July 22nd, 2008 at 01:01 PM
BOARDMAN — A 24-year-old Shields Road man turned himself in to police after being accused of
- Billboards urge protection for water sources
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:01 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley residents will soon be seeing billboards reminding them of the need to
- Officer Hartzell memorial outing is Sunday
July 22nd, 2008 at 11:54 AM
YOUNGSTOWN – The sixth annual Michael T. Hartzell Memorial Golf Outing is slated for Saturday. The
- Lower earnings reported for F.N.B. Corp.
July 22nd, 2008 at 11:52 AM
HERMITAGE, Pa. — F.N.B. Corp. reported lower second-quarter earnings as it set aside more money to
- Bond set at $1.3 million in aggravated murder case
July 22nd, 2008 at 11:49 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — The man accused in the shooting death of 25-year-old Ricardo P. Moctezuma appeared in
- West Federal obstacle course continues
July 22nd, 2008 at 10:13 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — The trouble getting around downtown because of the West Federal Street project should
- Rosicrucians and public invited to lunch, program
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:29 AM
CANFIELD — The public and members of Rosicrucian Order AMORC (Ancient Mystical Order Rosae Crucis),
- Proceeds from outing go toward scholarships
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:28 AM
CAMPBELL — The sixth annual John Costantino Campbell City Open Golf Outing will take place Sunday at
- Scholarships renewed by ABWA chapter
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:27 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will honor recipients
- Benefit golf scramble scheduled by BBBS
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:25 AM
HUBBARD — Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Mahoning Valley will host an annual Golf For Kids’ Sake
- Howland church plans annual quilt show
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:22 AM
Howland church plans annual quilt show HOWLAND — Howland Community Church, 198 Niles-Cortland Road
- REUNIONS | Former classmates, families plan get-togethers
July 22nd, 2008 at 07:17 AM
XCampbell Memorial High School Class of 1958 plans a 50th reunion that will begin Sept. 19 with a
- National study applauds Youngstown’s progress
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:10 AM
Youngstown ‘inspired’ the report, its author says. YOUNGSTOWN — A national study on how to
- Community joins in Boardman bird search
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:09 AM
A 62-year-old woman’s African Grey parrot has been missing for five weeks. BOARDMAN — Just a
- Liberty Township: No JEDD with Youngstown
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:08 AM
LIBERTY — The township trustees made it clear that they do not want to engage in a Joint Economic
- State Controlling Board releases funds for YSU building projects
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:08 AM
COLUMBUS — The state Controlling Board released close to $2 million Monday for building projects at
- Barr trust, Huntington give to YSU campaign
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:08 AM
The contributions will go toward construction of the new $34 million business college building.
- Playhouse battles through financial squeeze
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Ticket sales need to catch up with an improved product, says the board chief. YOUNGSTOWN —
- A special commitment
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:06 AM
Couple exchange vows at historic apartments of Campbell Works 111Thet got married outside
- Poland girls win state junior softball crown
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:06 AM
Poland beat Ashtabula, 6-5, to advance to the Akron regional Aug. 2-5. ASHTABULA — Three players
- City school board expected to be asked to OK busing pact
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:06 AM
The final details of a fuel adjustment clause still need to be worked out. YOUNGSTOWN — Not
- Relatives, friends remember Hanni during funeral Mass
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:05 AM
The former Democratic chairman was ‘tough’ and ‘gentle.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Those who paid tribute
- Lacking offense, Scrappers falter
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:05 AM
Four Williamsport pitchers held Mahoning Valley’s offense in check, 2-0. WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. —
- Thunder’s season more like a drizzle
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:05 AM
Mahoning Valley will try to finish the season 4-12 with a win Saturday at home. YOUNGSTOWN —
- Board approves tax levy on ballot
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:02 AM
This would be the first new revenue the Austintown district has had since 1996. AUSTINTOWN —
- Penn-Ohio Tigers win; will oppose Panthers
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:02 AM
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Penn-Ohio Tigers minor league football team defeated the Rochester Renegades,
- Rain, rain, go away...
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:02 AM
Eliminators blank Chain Reaction In another day of rain, the Connecticut squad beat the area-based
- Bengals’ Johnson vows he’ll report
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:01 AM
The flamboyant wideout had wanted to be traded. CINCINNATI (AP) — Receiver Chad Johnson said he’ll
- Browns TE eager about season
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:01 AM
Kellen Winslow Jr. has put his contract dispute and his injuries behind him. There were times
- Olympic Roundup - News and notes
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Gymnastics: Kevin Tan was named captain of the U.S. men’s gymnastics team for the Beijing Olympics
- Ford expanding buyout offers at Ohio, Mich. plants
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
DETROIT (AP) — After falling short in previous attempts to trim its hourly ranks through buyouts,
- MAHONING COUNTY
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joel P. Greenstein, 32, of 4415 Ventura Drive, Charleston,
- Agenda Wednesday
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Agenda Wednesday Boardman Township trustees, 6 p.m., township government center, 8299 Market St.
- Now a Redskin, Taylor waltzes away from Fins
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
His spring dancing regimen spelled the end to his happy days in Miami. ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Jason
- Big Oil steering profits to investors
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The five biggest companies used about 55 percent of their profits for stock buybacks and dividends.
- Sunday’s Games
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 2, Oakland 1 Detroit 5, Baltimore 1 Toronto 9,
- Judge Durkin reinstates bond in baby-killing case
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The inmate’s talk of leaving town brought back the higher bond. YOUNGSTOWN — The bond for a
- South Range school district earns high marks on state report card
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NORTH LIMA — The South Range Local School District has again earned high marks from the state.
- LOTS OF HELP: Members of Boy Scout Troop 40 of Girard, including Jordan Vigorito, third from right,
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
LOTS OF HELP: Members of Boy Scout Troop 40 of Girard, including Jordan Vigorito, third from right,
- NFL PREVIEW \ AFC North
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A look at teams in the AFC North, in order of last season’s standings: PITTSBURGH STEELERS (10-7)
- Sexual assault victims face difficult recovery
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YORK, Pa. (AP) — It took Diane Pickel Plappert six months to tell a counselor that she had been
- Despite knee injury, Serena plans to play
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
She figures the injury will be old news by the Beijing Olympics next month. CARSON, Calif. (AP) —
- Yankees’ Posada may undergo season-ending shoulder surgery
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NEW YORK (AP) — Jorge Posada wants to help the New York Yankees win this year, and be ready for the
- MLB ROUNDUP Monday’s other games
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 4, Athletics 0 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Scott Kazmir and two relievers
- Camby calls Nuggets ‘classless’
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The defensive ace said he found out about his trade to the Clippers from his agent. LOS ANGELES
- Logano is future of Gibbs
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
With Tony Stewart gone, Joey Logano, 18, looms as the driver for Gibbs Racing. CHARLOTTE, N.C.
- Repeat win has Harrington in select company
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
No asterisks were necessary even though Tiger was out following knee surgery. SOUTHPORT, England
- Contract talks to continue between Forum, nurses
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Bargaining sessions between the registered nurses at Northside Medical Center and Forum
- Lost bird
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Lost bird Scarlet Scarlet is named for her bright red tail. The bird has a gray body and a
- A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY July 14
- After disqualification, Wie to play men’s tour
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
She’ll tee it up at the Legends Reno-Tahoe Open next week. Fresh off a disqualification on the
- A SCOUT’S HONOR at Mill Creek Park
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Girard teen vows to improve ‘eyesore’ area of Lily Pond 1Vigorito, 16, of Girard, began
- Way Station to be recipient of nearly $1 million grant
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The congressman said the move will make the region more attractive to businesses. SALEM —
- SCUBA expert shows them how it’s done
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis For nearly 50 years, Commander William Hack of the Mahoning County
- Winded but healthy, Howard rejoins U.S.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
His appearance came as a relief to the team, which is lacking in big men. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Dwight
- Drivers with poor health causing deadly accidents
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The agency has not completed any of the eight safety recommendations. WASHINGTON (AP) — Beverly
- NOTEBOOK Scrappers vs. Williamsport
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
New venture for skipper: While the Scrappers players are learning the game at the professional
- Business news digest
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
REGION Precious Paws Salon to show off grooming van BOARDMAN — Precious Paws Salon has added a
- Ghioldi-Sherhag engagement is being announced
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X CANFIELD — Announcement of the engagement of Carlie Ghioldi, a daughter of Anthony and Doreen
- GAME TIME \ Thunder
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who: Thunder vs. Green Bay Blizzard When: Saturday, 7:05 p.m., on Cortland Banks Field in the
- Seeking shooting suspect
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Seeking shooting suspect YOUNGSTOWN — Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Jason
- Many athletes will tell you that whatever edge you can get on your opponent is priceless to your
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Many athletes will tell you that whatever edge you can get on your opponent is priceless to your
- Baseball
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Baseball Favorite Odds Underdog National League FLORIDA Even-6 Atlanta NY METS 8-9
- 2 charged with assault on police officers
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A man held a machete over his head while walking toward a police officer and yelling at him.
- Weekly quiz
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x10 7 6 3 uA Q vK 8 wA 10 7 6 3 Partner opens
- Wedding date set by Cynthia Blair and Larry Foley
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X YOUNGSTOWN — Barbara and Dale Sullivan, 234 Upland Ave., are announcing the engagement of their
- Today is Tuesday, July 22, the 204th day of 2008. There are 162 days left in the year. On this date
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today is Tuesday, July 22, the 204th day of 2008. There are 162 days left in the year. On this date
- North-South vulnerable. South deals.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK J 6 u8 3 2 vQ 8 wA K 6 4 3 WEST EAST x9
- Benefits estimator unveiled
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WASHINGTON (AP) — People planning for retirement got a new tool this week: a fast and easy online
- Danielle Polito and Michael Bratt plan Nov. vows
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X ERIE, Pa. — Danielle Polito, 4590 E. Lake Road, and Michael Bratt, 2808 E. 27th St., are engaged
- Neither vulnerable. South deals.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x8 6 uK Q J 6 vA J 5 3 w8 6 4 WEST EAST xK 10 7
- Agency to receive state funding for minority health commission
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Youngstown minority health commission will be a stand-alone, autonomous organization.
- Police seeking clues in shooting
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The victim was shot from about 15 yards away, a detective said. WARREN — Police are canvassing
- Saudis operating school for scoundrels
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Despite a report by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom that the Islamic Saudi
- Inside
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Inside On C5 Monday’s PONY scores and today’s schedule.
- It pays to take issue with magazine renewals
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Heloise: Be careful when you are renewing a magazine subscription. I received a notice that one
- Will Jay Leno jump to another network?
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Will Jay Leno jump to another network? BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Conan O’Brien will take over the
- IF YOU GO Browns training camp
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Where: 76 Lou Groza Blvd., Berea. Take the Ohio Turnpike to Interstate 71 North. Exit at Bagley Road
- Who’s richer, who’s poorer?
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who’s richer, who’s poorer? EDITOR: Once again, the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. It
- Founders proving to be wise
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
While religion, particularly Christianity, played a key role in the settling of this country, the
- Bush’s offshore drilling plan is nothing more than a distraction
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
There is no quick fix to $4.50-a-gallon gas, no way to provide instant relief to consumers we know
- Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“Celebrity Family Feud” (8 p.m., NBC): Ed McMahon takes his family into the Feud. “Wipeout” (8
- Anglicans on the brink
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dallas Morning News: Has the Anglican communion finally reached the end of the line? As bishops of
- TODAY
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
TODAY 7:30 a.m. (VS) Cycling: Tour de France. 6:50 p.m. (WNIO-AM 1390) Baseball: Aberdeen
- Drug indictment
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Drug indictment YOUNGSTOWN — A federal grand jury in Cleveland has indicted Roger R. Shaffer of
- Aug. 30 is chosen for Shevetz-Finch wedding in park
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X LOWELLVILLE — Announced by Martin and Robin Shevetz, 2575 Stewart Road, is the engagement of their
- Vindy.com News Podcast for July 22, 2008
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
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- SMALLER INDUSTRIAL CITIES
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
SMALLER INDUSTRIAL CITIES Recommendations PolicyLink, a national public policy organization,
- Family reunion: Owners mark Model T’s 100th year
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Henry Ford raised wages in the early 20th century to keep workers at his plants. RICHMOND, Ind.
- The telephone number for the B O Station Boxcar Lounge and Cafe is (330) 743-1452. The number was
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The telephone number for the B O Station Boxcar Lounge and Cafe is (330) 743-1452. The number was
- “There’s starting to be a growing consensus that it’s time for us to withdraw some
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“There’s starting to be a growing consensus that it’s time for us to withdraw some of our combat
- Accosting Wiesel brings hate crime conviction
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Accosting Wiesel brings hate crime conviction SAN FRANCISCO — A New Jersey man who once claimed
- The Columbiana Youth Baseball League has been around since the early 1970s, a league source said.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Columbiana Youth Baseball League has been around since the early 1970s, a league source said.
- 10U MONDAY’S SCORES
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
10U MONDAY’S SCORES Bracket 1 Valley Sting (Ohio) 2, Wildfire (Pa.) 1 CT Eliminators (Conn.)
- YSU
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YSU Lane promotes Boykin YOUNGSTOWN — Former YSU football player Trent Boykin was hired as head
- Iraqi leaders back Obama in withdrawal of U.S. troops
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Bush officials expressed displeasure with the plan. BAGHDAD (AP) — Face to face with Iraq’s
- Court tosses fine over ‘wardrobe malfunction’
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
CBS said it hoped the decision ‘will lead the FCC to return to the policy of restrained indecency
- Both vulnerable. South deals.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xJ 10 6 3 uQ J 8 vA J 3 wQ 6 5 WEST EAST xA 8 xK 9
- Close finish expected at Tour
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The race has three leaders within 10 seconds of each other and six within 50. CUNEO, Italy (AP) —
- Husband’s Third World relatives lead her to feel like a second-rate wife
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Annie: For the past 20 years, it’s been my husband’s dream to bring his sister and her three
- BIRTHS
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Fayeg and Alia Alrawahneh, Ravenna, boy, July 20.
- CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A triple homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater
- GAME TIME Scrappers
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who: Scrappers vs. Aberdeen Ironbirds When: Today, 7:05 p.m. at Eastwood Field Promotions: It’s
- Surplus food
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food only, 11 a.m.
- McCain vies for spotlight as rival tours war zone
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
McCain vies for spotlight as rival tours war zone KENNEBUNKPORT, Maine — Republican John McCain
- New owner of WCI Steel promises exciting future
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Under any other circumstances, the announcement of a $100 million investment in a steel mill in the
- Uphill battle looming on offshore drilling
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 AM
With only six months left in office, President Bush has finally repealed presidential restrictions
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