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Vindy.com for June 30, 2008
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- Swisher powers White Sox over Indians
June 30th, 2008 at 11:21 PM
CHICAGO — Nick Swisher homered from both sides of the plate, hitting his second grand slam in four
- Cleveland men killed in truck crash on I-80 turnpike ramp
June 30th, 2008 at 10:34 PM
NORTH JACKSON — The Ohio State Highway Patrol said two Cleveland men died when their rental truck
- Scrappers fall in 11 innings, 6-4
June 30th, 2008 at 10:15 PM
NILES — Carlos Vasquez’s single and a sacrifice fly by Joel Collins gave Auburn two runs in the top
- Griffey’s 603rd homer ends Reds’ 4-3 win
June 30th, 2008 at 10:11 PM
CINCINNATI — Ken Griffey Jr. hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning Monday night,
- Canfield school board changes principal system
June 30th, 2008 at 09:29 PM
CANFIELD — Members of the Canfield Board of Education approved the creation of a two-principal
- Thunder buoyed by defense in victory
June 30th, 2008 at 08:44 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — After much talk about needing a stronger offense to win, it turned out to be the
- Dr. Nora leaving as president, dean of NEOUCOM
June 30th, 2008 at 05:30 PM
ROOTSTOWN — Dr. Lois Margaret Nora, president and College of Medicine dean for the Northeastern Ohio
- Work progresses on window installation at Stambaugh Building
June 30th, 2008 at 05:18 PM
YOUNGSTOWN —After a bit of a slow start, working is progressing to reinstall windows at the historic
- Officer's blood-alcohol level twice legal limit at time of crash
June 30th, 2008 at 03:13 PM
Officer's blood-alcohol level twice legal limit at time of crash.
- UPDATED: I-76 ramp closed after two die in rollover accident
June 30th, 2008 at 02:07 PM
NORTH JACKSON — Two people in a Penske box truck that rolled over were killed around 11:40 a.m.
- Body of man reported missing is found
June 30th, 2008 at 12:36 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The decomposed body of a man reported missing on June 12 was found today inside the
- Boardman police dismantle meth lab
June 30th, 2008 at 11:47 AM
Discovered in a rental property on Sunday.
- WORTH A LOOK | Area activities are open to the public
June 30th, 2008 at 07:20 AM
Craft shows/Flea Markets X Patchwork Co-op, North Star Training Center, is having its pre-Fourth
- Canfield trustees, Mahoning prosecutor to investigate legality of Moracco hiring
June 30th, 2008 at 12:35 AM
CANFIELD — The township trustees and the Mahoning County prosecutor will look into whether former
- Perry wins by one at Buick Open
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The victory also likely locked up a spot on the U.S. Ryder Cup Team. GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP) —
- Phelps shatters 400 IM world record in trials
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Holding off one of his best friends, Michael Phelps started his second attempt to
- Today on Television
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
TODAY 7 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: Wimbledon. 8:30 a.m. (VS) Cycling: Tour de France. 10 a.m. (21)
- Regional Business Digest
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
REGION Psychologist opens new office in Howland HOWLAND — Dr. David Chiarella, a psychologist,
- More choose to bike, scoot to save loot
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
111Some Mahoning and Shenango valley residents say they are saving more than $100 each month by
- Scrappers Roundup
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
New Addition: Infielder Walter Diaz joined the Scrappers roster Sunday night and started in place of
- Manny Pacquiao too quick for Diaz
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Filipino may be going after junior welterweight Ricky Hatton next. LAS VEGAS (AP) — The WBC
- Spainiards begin Euro celebration
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Fernando Torres’ goal gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Germany in the final. VIENNA, Austria (AP) — A
- InBev goes from upstart to global beer behemoth
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
InBev keeps a low profile despite having the largest market share of any brewer. ST. LOUIS —
- Obama’s finance decision is not fatal
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Barack Obama’s reputation as the exemplar of change took a hit recently when he reversed position
- Canfield trustees to review hiring
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Township Trustee Paul Moracco suddenly resigned during a meeting June 9. CANFIELD — The
- D.C. United turns back Beckham’s Galaxy, 4-1
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Luciano Emilio scored twice as United won their fourth straight game. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Los
- The stay-at-work trend continues to accelerate
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
For many, the dream of comfortably retiring is fading. Ruth Britton enjoys her part-time work as
- MLB ROUNDUP Sunday’s other games
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
INTERLEAGUE Angels 1, Dodgers 0 LOS ANGELES — John Lackey held the Dodgers to three hits for
- Tyson Gay runs 9.68 100, but wind-aided
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
It won’t count as a world record, but he qualified for his first Summer Games. EUGENE, Ore. (AP) —
- Bush’s Justice Department bowed to partisan politics
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
It is unlikely anyone will be prosecuted for the violations of civil service laws in the hiring of
- Yankees go home: Men’s draw missing U.S. players
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Yankees go home: Men’s draw missing U.S. players The Williams’ sisters are still alive in the
- Democracy advocates in Egypt feel betrayed
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
CAIRO, Egypt — President Bush’s second inaugural address, in January 2005, included rhetorical
- Inbee Park wins U.S. Women’s Open
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
EDINA, Minn. (AP) — Inbee Park woke up in the middle of the night 10 years ago when she heard
- Hard times give reasons to keep workers happy
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Companies face a new challenge. CHICAGO — It’s quitting time on the kind of beautiful day that
- WNBA ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Mercury 87, Sun 80 UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Diana Taurasi scored 25 points, leading Phoenix, which has
- Will China play games at the Olympics?
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Bela Karolyi has good reason to be concerned about the members of his U.S. women’s gymnastics team
- Resorts suffer during mortgage crisis
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Developers that cater to the superrich are landing on hard times. PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — With the
- Monday's Best Bets on TV
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“Locked Up Abroad” (9 p.m., National Geographic Channel): Tourists who are kidnapped or imprisoned
- Valley supports Blewitt
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The area donated $28,000 The Boardman native will compete in the U.S. Olympic Trials starting
- Sports Digest
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AREA Curtis winner at Sharon HARTFORD — Rob Curtis returned to victory lane for the first time
- Most Wanted
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Gary P. Sheffar Jr. The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
- bridge work Technology
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Two companies aim for bridge work: The problem: Bridges being upgraded face additional and
- Child dies at air show as wind topples tents
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — A 5-year-old was killed when strong winds blew over a row of tents at an air
- McCain meets Graham and son
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MONTREAT, N.C. (AP) _ John McCain met Sunday with evangelist Billy Graham and his son, Franklin, at
- Baseball
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog National League ST. LOUISEven-6NY Mets
- NORWAY
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NORWAY Aftenposten, Oslo, June 24: Zimbabwe is now paying the price for Western and African
- if you go
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
if you go Who: Rhythmfest III featuring moe., The Mickey Hart Band, George Clinton
- Flea market will be back
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Flea market will be back EDITOR: The fire is out, the air is clear, the fire trucks have gone
- Bikers’ ride for charity
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Bikers’ ride for charity BOARDMAN — Bikers are invited to ride for charity Sunday to support a
- Cleveland Clinic joins with Weight Watchers
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Employees will have access to weight management programs at no cost. CLEVELAND (AP) — The
- Companies aim for ODOT pact
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
If Roctest’s system is selected for the Inner Belt job, it would be the company’s first sale in
- Iraqi guards kill female bomber
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraqi guards opened fire on a female suicide bomber on Sunday and triggered her
- MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st—DeputyOnDuty(Nguyen)6.003.802.60 Twobithustler(Stokes)4.202.80
- Browns’ Holly says he’ll return
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The fourth-year cornerback had major knee surgery and will miss this season. CLEVELAND (AP) —
- ’American Idol’ winner Studdard weds in Ala.
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
’American Idol’ winner Studdard weds in Ala. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Former “American Idol” Ruben
- Lost day for Tribe, Bucs
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Lost day for Tribe, Bucs The Cleveland Indians lost to the Cincinnati Reds, 9-5, and the
- Mom faces a weighty issue
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Annie: My daughter, “Lara,” just finished her junior year in college. Since my divorce from her
- Mahoning Valley manager Travis Fryman said the Scrappers are a tired baseball team
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NILES — Mahoning Valley manager Travis Fryman said the Scrappers are a tired baseball team.
- Great Lakes deal nears ratification among states
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Lawmakers in Ohio have reached a compromise, and Gov. Ted Strickland signed the ratification Friday.
- Israel agrees to exchange a gunman for 2 bodies
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Israel agrees to exchange a gunman for 2 bodies JERUSALEM — The Israeli government agreed Sunday
- Wilson estimates go through roof
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Bids for the Youngstown school are expected to be $3.2 million above estimates. YOUNGSTOWN —
- Firefighters in stalemate in California
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The fires have scorched more than 550 square miles and destroyed more than 50 buildings. SAN
- Pakistan hails success against militants
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BARA, Pakistan — Pakistan’s new government claimed success Sunday in its first military operation
- Disputes arise over Boardman residential ponds
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
County regulations since 1983 have mandated that ponds be built in new developments. BOARDMAN
- Sunday at Wimbledon
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Quiet day: Per tradition no tennis was played Sunday on the grass courts. Today: Men’s No. 1-seed
- Reds’ Arroyo and Dunn keep Tribe plummeting
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Cleveland begins an 8-game road trip against the A.L. Central tonight in Chicago. CLEVELAND (AP) —
- Superhero comedy not satire it could’ve been
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
This summer reaches its superhero saturation point precisely 56 minutes into “Hancock,” a comic riff
- WATER COMPACT The facts
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Facts about the proposed Great Lakes water compact: Signed by region’s governors in December 2005.
- Boccie Tournament
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BOCCIE TOURNAMENT Who’s who A number of local and national sports figures came to Sunday’s
- Zimbabwe’s Mugabe takes oath after discredited vote
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The leader of the opposition said Sunday’s inauguration was ‘meaningless.’ HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) —
- Korean War is not forgotten
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A Laying of the Roses ceremony honored all 120 Mahoning Valley residents killed during the war.
- Game Time - Scrappers
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who: Scrappers vs. Auburn Doubledays When: 7:05 p.m. today Where: Eastwood Field Promotions:
- St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Lester and Brittney Stanford, Girard, girl, June 28. Timothy
- Agenda Tuesday
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Commission, 7 p.m., Ellsworth Town Hall, U.S. Route 224.
- Angels hold Dodgers hitless but lose
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Dodgers won 1-0 on a pair of errors, a stolen base and sac fly Saturday night. LOS ANGELES
- rebuilding program
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
rebuilding program Youngstown City Schools The city school district is nearing the end of a
- Unneeded at Any Speed
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Washington Post: If you didn’t know Ralph Nader was running for president, you do now. The man who
- Saturday’s Games
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Saturday’s Games INTERLEAGUE Toronto 9, Atlanta 5 N.Y. Yankees 3, N.Y. Mets 2 Chicago White
- Today is Monday, June 30, the 182nd day of 2008. There are 184 days left in the year. On this date
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today is Monday, June 30, the 182nd day of 2008. There are 184 days left in the year. On this date
- Tampa Bay finishes off first half with win over Pirates
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Tampa Bay is 49-32 at the halfway point of the season, making some MLB history. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
- Moe. fans get a chance to jam at Nelson Ledges
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The guitarist praises the Ledges’ ‘unique character.’ Guitarist-singer Chuck Garvey of moe.
- Group with Clinton links ready to support Obama
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Some ex-Clinton backers admit to a little hesitation about the candidate. CHICAGO (AP) — By
- Gunfire in Ebensburg, Pa., home kills 3
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
EBENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in Cambria County say an exchange of gunfire between a divorced
- “You just wish the Supreme Court could spend a week in public housing and then come out with
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“You just wish the Supreme Court could spend a week in public housing and then come out with this
- Action picks up first Class B win
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
STRUTHERS — Action Physical Therapy broke open a 1-1 tie with two runs in the fifth inning and won
- Remove buildup with rubbing alcohol
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Heloise: How do I remove hair spray that’s baked onto my curling iron? It’s a mess, and it
- On a roll for Mooney
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
For Golden Cardinal guests, it’s more than just a game Many participants were grateful to promote
- Even with horse and buggy, Ohio Amish still feel the gas price pinch
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
‘Everything’s going the way of oil,’ an Amish lumber yard owner says. UNITY, Ohio (AP) — They may
- State drops in child welfare
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The state ranks 30th for overall child welfare, a study says. YOUNGSTOWN — Life for kids in
- ON THE FAIRWAYS Sunday’s other golf events
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Commerce Bank Championship EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — Loren Roberts won for the first time this year,
- Saudi field is key for oil output
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Saudi Arabia is the only nation with significant excess capacity that it could put on the market
- Vindy.com News Podcast for June 30, 2008
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Vindy.com News Podcast for June 30, 2008
- In a survey, 74 percent of respondents said they expect gasoline prices to reach $5 a gallon by
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
In a survey, 74 percent of respondents said they expect gasoline prices to reach $5 a gallon by
- Tired Scrappers drop 4-1 game
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Scrappers’ hitters couldn’t get anything going against three Doubledays pitchers. NILES —
- Healthful guidance now available
June 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Check out the Mahoning Valley Agri Guide 2008. CANFIELD — Eating fresh food is better for you