Judge denies Traficant bid for new trial in bribery case
U S District Court Judge Lesley Brooks Wells refused Rep James Traficants request for a new trial after he argued juror selection deprived him of a jury of peers. The ruling noted the proceedings moved promptly and that defendant need not testify. Former aide Henry DiBlasio pleaded guilty to perjury for denying kickbacks to Traficant.
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James A. Traficant Jr
Lesley Brooks Wells
Traficant
Youngstown
Wells
Henry DiBlasio
Riveria Beach
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Amherst pool to reopen after electrical repair
AMHERST The city’s only public pool should reopen today after an electrical fault prompted closure. Officials said a tingling sensation reported by swimmers Monday led to investigation. contractors found a faulty ground wire around the pool built in 1965. Calihan Electric fixed the issue Tuesday as a reading showed about three volts in the water. Park Manager Ed Cornwell noted a 10 foot section was cordoned off while the problem was investigated.
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Heme
Calihan
Electric
Ron Merthe
Merthe
Maude Neiding Park
Ed Cornwell
Sofa Express to Open Eight Stores in Northeast Ohio
Columbus based Sofa Express plans eight new outlets in Elyria Akron Canton Cleveland suburbs including Elyria Market Square and North Olmsted with openings in late summer or fall. The firm, founded in 1959, emphasizes in stock upholstery with guaranteed delivery and a \$10 per day compensation if delayed. The project aims to create local jobs and boost the regional economy.
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Sofa Express
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Mentor
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Kenneth J. Paul
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Budget crunch may force delays in tax relief
Columbus AP reports Ohio faces delaying millions in property tax relief payments to schools and local governments as the fiscal year ends. Tim Keen says no final decisions yet though districts fear borrowing to balance budgets. payments may be reviewed if not due until after July 1.
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Akron Beacon Journal
David Varda
Ohio Department of Education
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Varda
Barbara Shaner
Ohio Association of School Business Officials
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