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- Yoslan Herrera earns first career win for Pirates
July 24th, 2008 at 11:25 PM
PITTSBURGH — Yoslan Herrera pitched six shutout innings for his first major league win, and the
- Scrappers swept; Procner gets no-decision
July 24th, 2008 at 10:56 PM
NILES — Girard native Stephen Procner did not get a decision, but his Aberdeen Ironbirds teammates
- Mayor Williams: No JEDD for Liberty Wal-Mart
July 24th, 2008 at 10:34 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — While Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams wants a joint economic development district with
- Legal battle continues on Mahoning Co. purchase of Oakhill Renaissance Place
July 24th, 2008 at 08:22 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Commissioner John A. McNally IV has sued county Administrator George J.
- Some form of ice hockey slated for Chevy Centre this fall
July 24th, 2008 at 06:07 PM
YOUNGSTOWN —It’s highly unlikely the Youngstown SteelHounds or similar minor league hockey team will
- Youngstown featured in nationally televised ice skating show at Chevy Centre
July 24th, 2008 at 06:04 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The city will be in the national spotlight on Christmas Day when an ice skating show at
- LUNA schedules benefit fashion show
July 24th, 2008 at 05:34 PM
YOUNGSTOWN – The Lutinas United Networking Association Inc. will hold a fashion show on Saturday,
- Police charge South Side man with kidnapping, assault charges
July 24th, 2008 at 03:59 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The man whose Glenwood Avenue home was surrounded by police earlier this month will
- Eight years in prison for $8 million heist
July 24th, 2008 at 03:53 PM
AKRON, Ohio (AP) — A man who stole about $8 million from an armored car company where he worked was
- Mayor says Youngstown won’t impede Liberty Wal-mart
July 24th, 2008 at 03:23 PM
YOUNGSTOWN —While Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams wants a joint economic development district with
- Catalytic converters stolen from cars at car lot
July 24th, 2008 at 03:14 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Catalytic converters were cut off and stolen from five cars parked at J.D. Byrider, 775
- Special outdoor concert will be Saturday in Boardman
July 24th, 2008 at 02:44 PM
BOARDMAN — Two bands will combine in a tribute to the passengers of a flight that crashed in
- Price of gas starting to drop
July 24th, 2008 at 01:43 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Drivers were lining up today for some of the cheapest gas in the area. “I only
- PUCO sets Monday session on Dominion plan
July 24th, 2008 at 01:33 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Consumers will have an opportunity to respond to Dominion East Ohio’s proposal to
- Total crime in Youngstown decreases
July 24th, 2008 at 01:07 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Overall, crime in the city dropped 13 percent for the first half of the year, compared
- Warren ties for Nirvana, Foo Fighters bands
July 24th, 2008 at 11:32 AM
WARREN — City council has renamed a downtown alley for a Warren-born musician who became famous for
- Boiling advisory lifted in Brookfield
July 24th, 2008 at 11:06 AM
BROOKFIELD — A water boiling advisory has been lifted for residents in Brookfield on state Route 7,
- Thomas Steel Strip workers on strike
July 24th, 2008 at 11:05 AM
WARREN — Workers at Thomas Steel Strip went on strike this morning after working with a contract for
- Immigration agents make arrests at restaurants
July 24th, 2008 at 09:32 AM
CLEVELAND — Special agents with U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 58 restaurant
- Classic Cruisers band will play Wednesday at Beaver Township park
July 24th, 2008 at 09:23 AM
NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township Park Board will present a performance by the Classic Cruisers at 7
- Beaver Township nature program is Saturday
July 24th, 2008 at 09:07 AM
EAST LEWISTON — A guided tour of the Beaver Township Nature Preserve will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday.
- Warren names 1st woman captain
July 24th, 2008 at 12:10 AM
The new captain looks forward to possibly having grant money to improve community policing.
- Valley Extreme sets sights on a win
July 24th, 2008 at 12:10 AM
Valley Extreme sets sights on a win kThe Valley Extreme 12-year-old softball team split a pair of
- 2 city school board members change minds, sign letter
July 24th, 2008 at 12:09 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Two city school board members who initially declined to sign a letter to state
- A not-so-supper soaker
July 24th, 2008 at 12:09 AM
Scrappers all wet in 5-3 loss to aberdeen Postponement washes out Procner return NILES—
- Woman gets 5 years for role in $8M heist
July 24th, 2008 at 12:08 AM
Boyd and Dillon were captured in West Virginia. AKRON — A woman who helped her boyfriend steal
- Defending champs Youngstown shut out by Mount Vernon, 6-0
July 24th, 2008 at 12:08 AM
Mount Vernon recorded no errors in the Babe Ruth tourney, but Youngstown was haunted by four.
- Grady homers, but Tribe falls
July 24th, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Aaron Laffey got shelled in four-plus innings, giving up eight runs on 12 hits in Cleveland’s 14-11
- Officials happy with memorial work
July 24th, 2008 at 12:07 AM
The cost of renovations to the Niles landmark is $100,000 over its original estimate. NILES
- Warren attorney faces charges, disbarment
July 24th, 2008 at 12:06 AM
The lawyer was suspended in 2003 for lying on a deposition. WARREN — Atty. George N.
- Browns expect dream season
July 24th, 2008 at 12:06 AM
For the first time since the team returned in 1999, fans have high expectations. BEREA (AP) — On
- CARTS officials: Agency needs transportation funds
July 24th, 2008 at 12:05 AM
Another county agency is giving out gas cards to the needy. LISBON — Columbiana County’s
- Steelers' top 2 picks set to sign
July 24th, 2008 at 12:05 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin expects the team’s top two draft picks to be
- Truck and Jeep Fest rumbles onto the Canfield Fairgrounds
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
CANFIELD — Legendary monster trucks Grave Digger and Bigfoot will be the main attractions when the
- St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Jessica Green and Johnny Taylor, Youngstown, boy, July 20.
- Toyota outsells GM in 1st half
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Toyota topped GM by nearly 300,000 sales, the numbers show. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp.,
- First Place Financial’s stock price drops 15%
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The stocks of other local banking companies posted mixed results. The stock price for First
- NATION
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NATION Chrysler announces it will cut 1,000 jobs DETROIT — Chrysler LLC said Wednesday it will
- This Bud’s for you — but for how long?
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“Wassup, Mr. G? What’ll it be?” “A Bud. A Bud Light, please, Mr. Barkeep.” (pause) “So now,
- RATES
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All
- Arrest of barbaric ex-leader of Bosnian Serbs was overdue
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
It has taken 13 years to bring Radovan Karadzic to justice, so it would be travesty if his trial on
- Weak economy, mild weather sap commodities boom
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The decreases signal a slowdown in the frenetic futures markets, many analysts concede. NEW YORK
- GM’s current agony seen on the highway
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — Getting here on “the 405,” that north-south stretch of interstate running
- Waiters must pick up part of LongHorn’s labor costs
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Restaurant servers say the change has cost them money. NEW YORK (AP) — With the cost of everything
- Selected Stocks
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 15.86 .11 Avalon
- Pirates top Astros again for first road sweep, 8-7
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Jason Bay hit a two-run homer, and Doug Mientkiewicz drove in two runs. HOUSTON (AP) — Three
- Bryson Manor to remain operating
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Officials rescinded an earlier announcement saying Bryson would close. YOUNGSTOWN — Bryson
- Chris Hazimahalis, Jake Jericio are amateur card co-features
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Chris Trippi, a recent Mixed Martial Arts titlist, goes up against Brandon A.C.’s Jamil Wilkins in a
- Browns make moves with Jurevicius, Ryan Tucker
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BEREA (AP) — Wide receiver Joe Jurevicius and offensive lineman Ryan Tucker were placed on the
- Italian fest parade set
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Italian fest parade set YOUNGSTOWN — Sunday’s parade for the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian
- Can grades, gridiron co-exist?
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NBC recently renewed its television contract with Notre Dame football through the 2015 season,
- GAME TIME
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who: Scrappers vs. Aberdeen Ironbirds When: 6:05 p.m. today at Eastwood Field Let’s play two:
- Sastre strong in Alps, but Australian Cadel Evans doesn’t fold
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
With a time trial ahead, Evans is perhaps the man to beat — barring bad weather or a mishap. ALPE
- MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 7, Royals 1 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Armando Galarraga carried a perfect game
- Foreign fighters leaving Iraq for Afghanistan
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Foreign fighters leaving Iraq for Afghanistan WASHINGTON — Al-Qaida’s foreign fighters who have
- Rodriguez gets 41st save in Angels’ win over Tribe
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
He exceeded last year’s total of saves with still 62 games remaining this season. ANAHEIM, Calif.
- Auditions: Where to try out for roles
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
ACTORS “Company.” Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. Auditions 6 p.m. Sunday
- Today is Thursday, July 24, the 206th day of 2008. There are 160 days left in the year. On this date
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today is Thursday, July 24, the 206th day of 2008. There are 160 days left in the year. On this date
- Kansas man pleads guilty to killing teen after kidnapping, raping her
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
OLATHE, Kan. (AP) — A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to snatching an 18-year-old from a store parking
- ‘Gossip Girl’ promos revel in raciness
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NEW YORK — “Gossip Girl” will get people talking. At least, that seems likely as the CW network
- Nina Lutes THOMAS HUFFMAN
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Nina Lutes THOMAS HUFFMAN X NORTH JACKSON — First Federated Church provided the setting at 3 p.m.
- “Smallville” (8 p.m., CW): Pete Ross comes back to town, chews gum and gets superpowers.
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“Smallville” (8 p.m., CW): Pete Ross comes back to town, chews gum and gets superpowers. It’s that
- Scouts are home free in land of the braves
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Special to The Vindicator TEPEE TIME: Boys of Cub Scout Pack 100, based in Hubbard, enjoyed
- REBECCA BEACH TIMOTHY FELT
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
REBECCA BEACH TIMOTHY FELT X EAST LIVERPOOL — Rebecca Beach, a daughter of the Rev. James and
- Offbeat festival to Rock the Arts
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Saturday’s Youngstown Rocks the Arts Festival will begin as a family event, but will
- SCORES & SCHEDULE
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
10U WEDNESDAY’s SCORES Bracket 1 Wildfire 9, Vienna Stars 3 Central PA Krunch 15, Wildfire 1
- House OKs rescue for homeowners, Freddie, Fannie
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The bill is on track for Senate approval and should become law within days. WASHINGTON (AP) —
- City schools OK busing contract
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Board members said they are still interested in CBS’ management services offer. YOUNGSTOWN —
- Americans should boost their retirement savings
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Kansas City Star: Many Americans are reconsidering their family budgets as prices for food, gas,
- State takes steps in voting security
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The directives were developed with assistance from a bipartisan work group. COLUMBUS —
- Critics say help will be modest
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed a sweeping housing bill Wednesday that President Bush could sign
- Wrestling returns to Chevy
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Jimmy Davis has seen more than his share of pro wrestling shows. The Austintown
- GETTING IT RIGHT
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
GETTING IT RIGHT The Core, located in the Wick Building on Federal Street, downtown Youngstown, is
- Beatitude House, Emmanuel center join efforts
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The collaboration is to increase the level of services and lower costs. A shared mission
- photo 1: noelle nackino (marie) & brendan gauntner (jerry)
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
photo 1: noelle nackino (marie) & brendan gauntner (jerry) photo 2: jonathan eldell (clay) &
- The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival opens at 4 p.m. on the church grounds at Via Mount
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival opens at 4 p.m. on the church grounds at Via Mount
- Omarosa fires back
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Omarosa fires back LOS ANGELES — Omarosa is not sorry for sparring with Wendy Williams. “I stand
- Achy ankle
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Achy ankle U.S. forward LeBron James likely will miss Friday’s exhibition against Canada as he
- Valley Extreme splits in tourney
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Cortland team advanced to play the Central PA Krunch Red this morning in Boardman.
- The cast and crew
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
the cast AND CREW ‘Fine-Tune’ Brendan Gauntner (Jerry Maruskin) Noelle Nackino (Marie Maruskin)
- 14-year old girl has an obsession with thoughts of dying
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Annie: I am a 14-year-old girl in ninth grade, and I am really worried that I’m going to die. I
- Defendant will serve 31 years to life for rape
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The victim was a relative between ages 12 and 15. YOUNGSTOWN — A Diamond man who was convicted
- Management blamed for death in coal mine
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
VINTONDALE, Pa. (AP) — Federal authorities blame poor communication for a fatal accident in an
- Gates, mayor pool funds to fight smoking
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NEW YORK (AP) — Microsoft founder Bill Gates and New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg are pooling their
- Creating own bath salts makes good scents
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Heloise: I cannot find my recipe for bath salts. Can you please reprint it for me? R. Worsley,
- Fresh onion juice eases kitchen burns, prevents blisters
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Q. While I was working at a restaurant, one of our chefs was burned badly by a fryer. I happened to
- YPD fleet sees setbacks
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Savings from eliminating some take-home cars will help pay for new cars, the mayor said.
- WWE back in Valley
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WWE back in Valley kThe WWE returns to the Chevrolet Centre on Friday with the Summerslam tour,
- A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD July 18 Assault:
- O’Neil-Orosz vows will be exchanged in August nuptials
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X POLAND — Anne O’Neil, of 2607 Woodstock Road, Upper Arlington, and Nathan Orosz, of 623 City Park
- Lead actress says long hours were ‘more than worth it’
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The YSU graduate praised the filmmaker. Taking on one of the lead roles in “Fine-Tune” was a
- Funnyman Bushart: Thick skins required
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
With a razor-sharp tongue and the inability not to offend, say, everyone in the room, comedian Bill
- “We believe that those (levees) will be breached if it continues on the same track. So please
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“We believe that those (levees) will be breached if it continues on the same track. So please stay
- Inmate’s DNA fails to match evidence
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A newspaper’s probe has found flaws in Ohio’s DNA testing system. CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (AP) — DNA
- the programs Backgrounds
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Beatitude House: Sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown, the housing project was initiated
- Vindy.com News Podcast for July 24, 2008
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, July 24, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
- Board fails to pick gas-well drilling company
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
LIBERTY — The Liberty school board did not decide which gas-well drilling company it will use,
- Pa. infant cut from womb leaves hospital
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The infant cut from a slain woman’s womb last week was released from the hospital
- Fresh onion juice eases kitchen burns
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Q. While I was working at a restaurant, one of our chefs was burned badly by a fryer. I happened to
- A long road: ‘Fine-Tune’ filmmaker realizes his vision
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The premiere is only for invited guests, but a public screening is in the works. Chris
- WEATHERING THE DAMAGE
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
City parks, neighborhoods repair storm’s effects The storm cluttered Wick Park with trees and
- KRISTEN GUTIERREZ DAVID MANCINI
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
KRISTEN GUTIERREZ DAVID MANCINI X CANFIELD — David Mancini and his bride, the former Kristen
- Jay and the Americans
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Jay and the Americans SHARON, Pa. — Jay and the Americans will give a benefit concert for the
- Entertainment schedule
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
3-6 p.m., YSU football players 3-5 p.m., family-friendly events STAGE NORTH 3 p.m., Oakland
- Girard couple plan wedding in late summer
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X GIRARD — Howard and Linda Froomkin, 5743 Logan Arms Drive, announce the engagement of their
- MVSD promotes its product
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The water provider revs up its effort to get more customers. MINERAL RIDGE — In marketing,
- Pizzeria fights with New York over dough
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NEW YORK — Grimaldi’s, the eatery renowned for its tasty pizza and long lines, was shuttered for
- NFL PREVIEW AFC South
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A look at teams in the AFC South, in order of last season’s standings: INDIANAPOLIS COLTS (13-4)
- Experts try to avoid statin side effect
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Scientists may have found a way to test for and possibly avoid the most serious side effect of
- Truck and jeep fest
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
truck and jeep fest Schedule, prices FRIDAY 2-6 p.m.: participant registration/credential
- Duferco workers rally over contract
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Workers say a decent wage is important for their families and for the area. FARRELL, Pa. —
- Is the press giving Obama a pass?
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
When the media start backing away from supporting a candidate or a cause read this as a sign that
- Anti-homosexual Oklahoma lawmaker caught with gun at Capitol
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A state lawmaker who gained national notoriety with an anti-homosexual rant was
- Cancer center issues warning about risks of cell phone use
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The memo said children should use cell phones only in emergencies. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The head of a
- ‘Old Reliables’ reunion
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
‘Old Reliables’ reunion BOARDMAN — The 63rd reunion of men who served in the Army’s 9th Infantry
- Resident artists’ works wow guests
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Senior artists showed creativity by doing what they enjoy. NILES — Family and staff paid a
- Wikipedia shows we aren’t selfish
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the publication of Garrett Hardin’s extremely influential
- Big man problem is small problem for U.S.
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
LAS VEGAS — Chris Paul probably wasn’t the best person to ask about size, since the 6-footer spends
- Minimum wage goes up, but costs continue to soar
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
One economist called the minimum-wage increase ‘a drop in the bucket.’ WASHINGTON (AP) — About 2
- LeBron to miss game due to injured ankle
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The injury isn’t severe and James would probably play if it were an Olympic game. LAS VEGAS (AP) —
- Sentence issued for sex offender
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
If the sex offender violates probation, he’ll go to prison for six years. YOUNGSTOWN — A 53-
- 'The X-Files: I Want to Believe'
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
‘THE X-FILES: I WANT TO BELIEVE’ Grade: C- Director: Chris Carter Running time: 1 hour 50
- ‘X-Files’ stars believe in their audience
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
LOS ANGELES — Some Mulder and Scully fans were dubious when the title for the new movie based on
- TheSources
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
- Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
- If you go
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
if you go What: WWE Summerslam Tour When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Chevrolet Centre Tickets:
- MAHONING COUNTY
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Andrew L. Culp Jr. 19, of 436 N. 18th St. Sebring, and Alyssa
- Conspiracy, weirdness missing from ‘X-Files’
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The new “X-Files” movie? Not exactly “out there.” The truth is they’ve taken the spooky,
- Kansas City Star: Many Americans are reconsidering their family budgets as prices for food, gas,
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Kansas City Star: Many Americans are reconsidering their family budgets as prices for food, gas,
- Hello, Dolly! Hurricane hits South Texas
July 24th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (AP) — Hurricane Dolly barreled into South Texas on Wednesday, lashing the coast
