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Stories published August 19, 2001

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The Vindicator/ Bruce Palmer

The Vindicator/ Bruce Palmer GRATEFUL: Christine DeGenaro of Poland, who received a bachelor's


KEYSTONE CLIPS Ladies will scramble during 'T-Off for Buhl'

Sept. 19 will be ladies day at the Buhl Farm Golf Course in Hermitage. Up to 28 teams of women


NEW CASTLE Center to offer college courses

Three classes will be offered this semester, and others will be taught throughout the year. By


Motel desk clerk in critical condition

Motel desk clerk in critical condition HUBBARD -- A motel desk clerk was in critical condition


Recognition for center

Recognition for center YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Community Health Center, 726 Wick Ave., was


A stretch to serenity

Whether people take up yoga for pain management, fitness or stress relief, they often find spiritual


Little offense, but Browns win

Quarterback Kelly Holcomb, with help from Tampa Bay miscues, directed Cleveland's winning scoring


COLORS

Making the right choice When choosing a color, keep these tips in mind: Before you decide on a


Arrest made in robbery

Arrest made in robbery BOARDMAN -- Boardman police arrested a suspect in connection with an armed


WHEATLAND, PA. Mayor sees trail from site of waste

Getting the Farrell Area School District to forgive back taxes on the land appears to be the last


JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Yaniglos waits while working with weights

NORTH CANTON -- Marty Yaniglos of Hubbard is aiming to take his track career as a weight thrower to


BAND NIGHTS Schedule of events

MAHONING COUNTY Austintown: Fitch High School Stadium, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 29. Canfield: Canfield


RAY SWANSON. | Keystoner Huge shoehorn needed to fit foot for Bowers

Grove City College football coach Chris Smith has been there and done that many times, but when you


CAREER PATHS

COMMUNITY SERVICE CANFIELD -- Amber Wallace of Warren has been promoted to assistant executive


POLAND -- The wedding of former Boardman residents Jeanine Marie Lewis and David Michael Gesacion,

POLAND -- The wedding of former Boardman residents Jeanine Marie Lewis and David Michael Gesacion,


SENSORY EXPERIENCE Napa Valley: Wine, treasures divine

From a lively festival to many lovely paintings, there's more to this wine country than meets the


York-Raney engagement is announced

BOARDMAN -- Ray and JoAnn York, 625 Cathy Ann Drive, announce the engagement of their daughter,


SCRAPPERS, NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE STATISTICS

(Through games Thursday) BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg. Billy Munoz 1b4331308.302 Rickie Morton


STRUTHERS SCHOOLS Construction stays in family

Construction officials hope to finish the elementary school by July 2002. By PAUL WHEATLEY


Miss Holtzman to be fall bride of Mr. Piechock

BERLIN CENTER -- Plans for the upcoming marriage of Amy Celeste Holtzman, 7426 Ranier Trail,


FISHING

FISHING PAX TV joins with Operation Bass MINNEAPOLIS -- PAX TV, the family entertainment


PENN-OHIO Oneonta winner at home

ONEONTA, NY -- The Oneonta Tigers used two hits and a pair of walks to score a first-inning run and


MAHONING COUNTY Officials brace for funding battle

About 4,000 dogs from the United States and Canada participated in the Steel Valley Cluster the


AMANDA GARDNER DAVID JONES IV

AMANDA GARDNER DAVID JONES IV LANCASTER, Pa. -- The wedding of Amanda Kee Gardner and David


Jay's chain to open first franchise

Cousins -- a dentist and a stockbroker -- are carrying on the tradition of one of the Valley's


MARIA SUNSERI DAVID ABRAHAMSON

MARIA SUNSERI DAVID ABRAHAMSON BOARDMAN -- St. Luke Church was the setting at 2 p.m. Aug. 18 as


By PAUL WHEATLEY

By PAUL WHEATLEY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- About 390 students graduated from


Wedding planned by Heidi Spears, Michael Mulcahy

PICKERINGTON -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert Spears of Pickerington are revealing plans for the autumn


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go The Hess Collection Winery, located at 4411 Redwood Road in Napa, is open


SUPPLIES

What you need Now you are just about ready to paint. Here is a list of some supplies you will


DEBORA SHAULIS | On the scene Critics: Leave fantasy land and get an internship

Roger Ebert, the king of movie reviewers, wrote last month in Chicago Sun-Times that the cyber flick


GRACE GOULDER IZANT

Was born into a socially prominent Cleveland family. Her grandfather was Capt. Christopher Goulder,


HEIDI STANFIELD RYAN ELLIOTT

HEIDI STANFIELD RYAN ELLIOTT BOARDMAN -- Marriage vows were exchanged at 1:30 p.m. July 14 at St.


JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Use ventilation and foil to battle heat from attic

Q. I have a few attic vents, but I can still feel the sun's heat radiating from the ceiling during


CANFIELD Will you please sign here, Mr. Cat?

By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- He'd probably choose the credit-card


'Millionaire' contestant

'Millionaire' contestant Does a professional photographer have an advantage when playing "Fastest


LITTLE LEAGUE

LITTLE LEAGUE Coach motives questioned Fanfare: It may be time to re-evaluate America's


Lucido 50th marked by dinner, renewal of vows

LOWELLVILLE -- Mr. and Mrs. James Lucido of Lowellville renewed their wedding vows Aug. 4 at Our


Animal abuse indicates psychological problems that must be addressed

Opinion: Animal abuse indicates psychological problems that must be addressed EDITOR: In regard to the


Becks honored on 50th jubilee during vacation

COLUMBIANA -- Mr. and Mrs. Richard Beck, 640 Springfield Road, celebrated their 50th wedding


IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one

William Heddleston of Southington made a hole-in-one at Candywood Golf Course in Vienna. He aced the


Rothwells feted at anniversary party in park

STRUTHERS -- The Georgeanna Parker Center at Boardman Township Park was the setting Aug. 18 for a


DIVERSITY KSU Ashtabula

The David K. Shipler Colloquium at Kent State University Ashtabula Campus will address race and


MAHONING TOWNSHIP Supervisors expedite emergency cell tower

The approval carries a stipulation. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT HILLSVILLE,


Instant Stencils make decorating easy

You don't need talent to create a hand-painted look. Heck, you don't even need paint. Cleveland's


EAST SIDE CLEANUP Churches in street revival

By ROGER G. SMITH VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Sister Annette Amendolia didn't exactly


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Marlow Hanover(Case)2.802.602.10 Jessica's Scooter(R


CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,


Danny Almonte threw the first perfect game in 44 years in the Little League World Series. D6.

Danny Almonte threw the first perfect game in 44 years in the Little League World Series. D6.


ROADWORK Area construction

A schedule of area road construction projects: MAHONING COUNTY Poland: Columbiana Road between


Absaloms mark golden jubilee at dinner party

AUSTINTOWN -- A dinner party was held Aug. 18 at Davidson's Restaurant in celebration of the 50th


SCOTT SHALAWAY Bald cardinals due to unusual molting

It's one of the most pathetic sights to greet a backyard birder. Cardinals are normally robust and


PRESERVATION Budget will help Ohio historical sites

BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Holy Family Catholic Church, 2729 Center Road, Poland, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.


ANN RUSSO STEPHEN MASZCZAK

ANN RUSSO STEPHEN MASZCZAK YOUNGSTOWN -- Ann Russo and Stephen Maszczak were united in marriage at


YOUNGSTOWN Youths to see game as reward

By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A plan aimed at tackling recidivism


KSU ASHTABULA Author will speak about racial issues on Sept. 14

ASHTABULA --Kent State University Ashtabula Campus plans a colloquium on race and diversity, to


TRISHA WEDGEWORTH MICHAEL STOOPS

TRISHA WEDGEWORTH MICHAEL STOOPS NORMAN, Okla. -- McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church was


AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Campbell Board of Education, 9 a.m., high school library. Champion Volunteer Fire


INDIANS NOTEBOOK From Jacobs Field

Missing: Indians first baseman Jim Thome, who leads the American League in home runs with 42, missed


JESSICA HALL MARK RAMSEY

JESSICA HALL MARK RAMSEY SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- St. Bartholomew Church was the setting at 2:30 p.m.


Briefly, Garfield was our president

MENTOR -- He was the 20th president of the United States, but during James A. Garfield's brief term


SHARON SHANKS | The Cosmos Cool summer nights help the shimmer of stargazing

These hot summer days can lead to some cool nights of stargazing. Once the atmosphere calms and


NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

MAHONING COUNTY Dacas HotMeals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 12 locations in Mahoning


Children hold anniversary celebration to honor Mr. and Mrs. Babinchak

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. A. Robert Babinchak, 1794 Lancaster Drive, are being honored by their


Afternoon reception held Aug. 12 to honor Ubers on 50th anniversary

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John Uber, 6146 Whiskey Creek


COLUMBIANA COUNTY

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dissolutions granted Deborah Pinkerton and Thomas Pinkerton. Jana Chesnut


Whimsical designs boost self-esteem

You can't start too soon to build self-esteem, and anyone can use a boost sometimes. So goes the


By REBECCA SLOAN

By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Is your home peeling? Are your shutters and window


GAME TIME Tonight

Who: Auburn Doubledays (26-32) at Scrappers (18-40). When: 7:05. Radio: WBBW-AM (1240).


HEATHER ANDERSON RYAN RAYMOND

HEATHER ANDERSON RYAN RAYMOND YOUNGSTOWN -- Heather Anderson, daughter of Richard and Karen


MIKE BRAUN Squirrel tails can be lures

At one time, squirrel season was among the most popular of hunting times, both for the sport as well


KRISTIN SACZALSKI GREGORY MARCH

KRISTIN SACZALSKI GREGORY MARCH CORTLAND -- The Revs. Carl Kish and David Streets officiated as


Leones to mark 50th anniversary during reception

BOARDMAN -- A dinner reception was held at 4 p.m. Aug. 12 at The Georgetown in celebration of the


RACHELLE KENT JOSEPH SEVERN

RACHELLE KENT JOSEPH SEVERN YOUNGSTOWN -- Monsignors David Rhodes and Thomas Kelly officiated at 2


MICHELE STELLATO BRIAN VENNETTI

MICHELE STELLATO BRIAN VENNETTI YOUNGSTOWN -- Honeymooning in the Bahamas are Brian Vennetti and


LAURA JONES ANDREW YODER

LAURA JONES ANDREW YODER HUBBARD -- The Rev. Jay Lucas solemnized the marriage of Laura Anne Jones


MARY VINION MICHAEL KUSHNER

MARY VINION MICHAEL KUSHNER POLAND -- A reception at The Georgetown in Boardman honored Michael


SALEM Ex-teacher misses life before loss

The retired teacher is learning daily to cope with her hearing loss and says contact with pupils is


DONNA SMITH-CLARK | JEFFREY BRAUN

EAST PALESTINE -- Donna J. Smith-Clark of Unity Township, a daughter of Theresa Luther of Boardman


THEATER REVIEW 'Salesman' cast captures torment

J.E. Ballantyne Jr. does double duty, directing and portraying lead character Willy Loman. By JOHN


LESLIE FROST DEMAINE KITCHEN

LESLIE FROST DEMAINE KITCHEN YOUNGSTOWN -- Leslie Lynette Frost, 454 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown,


Time and change will surely show

If Jim Tressel didn't realize his life was in a fishbowl by now, he most certainly came to that


Forum Health Northside

Forum Health Northside Kristina Penny and Leonard Gregory, 1981 Tracey Lane, Youngstown, one boy


JACOBS FIELD C.C. ties Eck in Indians' victory

Juan Gonzalez went 3-for-4 with three RBI's in Cleveland's 4-2 win over Anaheim. By TOM WILLIAMS


JEFF RYAN Passion, toughness impress new Penguin coach

He's battered and bruised, but Ryan isn't complaining -- or slowing down. By PETE MOLLICA


SALVATION ARMY Chaplain wins national honor

Grandmother Bode says she gets tired once in a while but never gets discouraged. By WILLIAM K.


PORTLAND, Ore. -- Megan R. Beal and Michael D. Gebhardt were married at 1 p.m. July 10 at Evergreen

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Megan R. Beal and Michael D. Gebhardt were married at 1 p.m. July 10 at Evergreen


Woodworths to observe anniversary at family dinner, on West Coast tour

YOUNGSTOWN -- The 60th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene W. Woodworth, 1953 Sequoya Drive,


JACK WOLLITZ Cool-down should heat up fishing

Summer's dog days took a big bite out of the local fishing throughout August, but cooler weather has


By JENNIFER D. SCHATZEL

By JENNIFER D. SCHATZEL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER In the spring of 1975, Grace Goulder Izant,


Anniversary open house set for the Blossers

COLUMBIANA -- Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Blosser, 642 Meadow Place, will be honored by friends and


Singing quartets' praises

The hall of fame spans a century of barbershop quartet history. By PAUL WHEATLEY VINDICATOR


Beth DiDonato to be bride of John Dobkowski

AKRON -- Announcement is being made by Eugene and Bonnie DiDonato, 1761 Sunset Ave., of the


JILL JUHASZ JOHN SPANO

JILL JUHASZ JOHN SPANO BOARDMAN -- A honeymoon in Alaska followed the wedding of Jill Michele


The Clements mark 50 years of marriage

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clement, 3511 Breeze Knoll Drive, were the guests of honor during a


Valley should prepare for base-closing plan

Opinion: Even though the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna Township survived the last round of


Tribe ace loved it with Scrappers

Pitcher C.C. Sabathia, who won his 13th game for the Indians Saturday, said he had a good time


Rep. Phil English takes trip to Israel

Rep. Phil English takes trip to Israel SHARON, Pa. -- U.S. Rep. Phil English of Erie, R-21st,


Mr. and Mrs. Bill Baugh observe golden anniversary at reception

POLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Bill Baugh of 31 Ohio Ave. were honored Aug. 11 at a dinner reception at the


WARREN -- Most people start a business by taking one of their strong skills or interests and

WARREN -- Most people start a business by taking one of their strong skills or interests and


JAY'S FAMOUS HOT DOGS A business history

Through the years with one of the Valley's oldest restaurant chains: 1920: James Pappas founds


Women's suffrage event to feature Cortland mayor

Women's suffrage event to feature Cortland mayor WARREN -- 9 to 5, the National Association of


DANIELLE CONRAD ADAM GUZMAN

DANIELLE CONRAD ADAM GUZMAN POLAND -- The marriage of Danielle M. Conrad and Adam C. Guzman, both


VETERANS

VETERANS Navy lieutenant Sherri Lynn Rudinsky, born in Youngstown, graduated from the Uniformed


MELANIE GEMMELL GENE SEMAN

MELANIE GEMMELL GENE SEMAN YOUNGSTOWN -- Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek Park provided the


AMANDA STONE ARTHUR BURNETT JR.

AMANDA STONE ARTHUR BURNETT JR. BOARDMAN -- Amanda M. Stone, daughter of Randy and Theresa Stone,


DEANA LOAR ANDREW STRUDWICK

DEANA LOAR ANDREW STRUDWICK CENTREVILLE, Mich. -- Exchanging marriage vows July 14 at Riverside


LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

AUSTINTOWN -- Tim Clymer, an investment representative for Edward Jones based in Austintown, was


WHAT'S DOING?

SPECIAL EVENTS A Men's and Women's Recreational Day has been postponed to April 20, 2002, at the


LORDSTOWN Staying hopeful on open enrolling

For each student who enrolls from outside the district, the career center will receive about $4,800


So many credit cards, so little oversight

Opinion: "What's in your wallet," a series of clever credit card commercials have been asking TV viewers over


McIntyre 50th is celebrated at their home

NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Lester McIntyre, 15 Deeringwood


SOCIAL SECURITY Q & amp;A

Q. My wife died suddenly after a short illness. I'm 61 years old and she was 60 years old. Is it


The Lindseys to mark golden event

WARREN -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Lindsey, 436 Whispering Pines Drive S.W., will be honored during an