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Emotional aspects are left out of discussion

Everyone talks about the basics. By JENNINE ZELEZNIK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF Sex education


COLUMBIANA-SPRINGFIELD Defense kills last chance

Two sacks and an incomplete pass in the red zone sealed the victory. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR


Enjoy the rest of the season

Our buddy George is always on us about one particular subject. "Why don't you ever mention the


GARDEN CLUBS

WEDNESDAY XA potluck lunch will be featured when members of Mahoning meet at noon at the home of


JENNIFER DECHELLIS RONALD HOUSER JR.

JENNIFER DECHELLIS RONALD HOUSER JR. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jennifer Lyn DeChellis and Ronald L. Houser


BOARDMAN Training video has Web site that carries a lot of weight

The site, top-ranked in terms of hits, is helping the company stand out from the pack. By DON


COUNTRY MUSEUM If you go

GETTING THERE: The village of Mumford is 20 miles southwest of Rochester and 65 miles east of


155TH CANFIELD FAIR Those suited for job shouldn't get cocky

The custom-made suit cost $1,200. It was donated to the fair. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF


Swim-Along fund-raiser

Swim-Along fund-raiser CANFIELD -- The 2001 youth Swim-Along for the Mahoning Valley American


JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Chaney graduate Tricia Rair enjoys season with Aeros

AKRON -- A summer internship working with the Akron Aeros' minor league baseball team may have


KIMBERLY BARNETT MATTHEW LARET

KIMBERLY BARNETT MATTHEW LARET YOUNGSTOWN -- A honeymoon at Cable Beach in the Bahamas followed


AMY SPIN JAMES LEONARD

AMY SPIN JAMES LEONARD YOUNGSTOWN -- Amy Lynn Spin, 5541 Mill Creek Blvd., Boardman, and James


The McBrides to be honored for 60th anniversary

LOWELLVILLE -- Mr. and Mrs. Harry McBride of Lowellville will be honored later in the fall at a


Underwood and Stephenson troth is announced

YOUNGSTOWN -- The forthcoming marriage of Tisha LaVonne Underwood, 212 Greeley Lane, and Antquan S.


AREA ROAD PROJECTS ODOT

A schedule of area road construction projects: MAHONING COUNTY Lake Milton: Rehabilitation


The start of something big

Opinion: There are two ways of looking at this time of year: a beginning or an end. Some students -- maybe


Developer of downtown project cites his 30 years in real estate

YOUNGSTOWN -- Nicholas Zarnas acknowledges that he hasn't sold any of the condos or finished


Be a big rooster? He's not chicken

It's not very easy being the fair mascot, but the experience lingers on. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


Thomases mark 50th anniversary with dinner, trip

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Thomas, 3324 N. Wendover Circle, marked their 50th wedding


KRT

KRT BURNING CDS: This new Firewire CD-RW by TDK is 40 times faster than USB. The external drive


GAME TIME Today

Who: Indians (Burba 10-8) at White Sox (Biddle 5-8). When: 2:05. Radio/TV: WKBN-AM (570), WPIC-


Mount Union dominates in blowout of Allegheny, 52-7

Adamson finished 13-of-23 for 275 yards and three touchdowns for the Purple Raiders. By MARK W.


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner A special honor for a fallen friend

Talk about making a good thing out of a negative situation. Steven Chavara died following a tragic


KRISTEN STEVEN M.N. BINS-CASTRONOVO

KRISTEN STEVEN M.N. BINS-CASTRONOVO BOARDMAN -- Kristen Marie Stevens and Matthew Neal Bins-


Evanses mark golden jubilee at reception

COLUMBIANA -- Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Evans, 42100 Madison Ave., were honored Aug. 4 at a dinner


SCRAPPERS, NY-PENN LEAGUE STATISTICS

SCRAPPERS STATISTICS (Through games Friday) BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg. Rickie Morton


Luncheon held for the Wibles on anniversary

CANFIELD -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Wible, 8425 Tippecanoe Road, was


Tina M. Clark, Christopher Heffernan engaged; to be married in Hubbard

HUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. Glenn E. Clark Jr. of Hubbard are announcing the engagement and plans for


Braccolinos celebrate anniversary during family dinner in Boardman

BOARDMAN -- The 45th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Braccolino, 6744 Bristlewood Drive, was


IN THE CUP! Area holes in one

Bill Campy of Youngstown aced the 151-yard No. 6 hole at Yankee Run in Brookfield on Aug. 26, using


West Sider uses his hands to do the Lord's work

Richard Koker has interpreted speeches by Billy Graham, Al Gore, and Margaret Thatcher. By IAN


GROVE CITY Dickinson defeats Grove City, 23-14

Dickinson also had possession of the ball for 38 minutes. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR SPORTS


KEYSTONE CLIPS Lawmaker offers tips on intrusion protection

Are you tired of being bugged by telemarketer calls and junk mail? Pennsylvania state Rep. Rod Wilt


YOUNGSTOWN Habitat brings woman home

As Habitat for Humanity International celebrates 25 years, local groups keep going strong. By


STOCKS Local interest

LIBERTY -- Eugene Rossi, chairman of Rossi Insurance Agency in Warren, will be honored by the


Official dispels rumor about lake

Official dispels rumor about lake Rumors that the Pymatuning Lake water level is being


The best place to start when looking for information on the Mile High City is the Denver Metro

The best place to start when looking for information on the Mile High City is the Denver Metro


SALLY BEIL WILLIAM DEMIDOVICH

SALLY BEIL WILLIAM DEMIDOVICH YOUNGSTOWN -- A honeymoon at Paradise Island in the Bahamas followed


MASONIC GROUPS

TUESDAY Copper Penny Masonic Lodge will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall, Warren-Sharon Road,


POLAND -- Classic with a contemporary twist is how Gwen Leftwich-Geletka, owner of Kegelles,

POLAND -- Classic with a contemporary twist is how Gwen Leftwich-Geletka, owner of Kegelles,


PREP FOOTBALL SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE

SATURDAY'S RESULTS Shaker Heights 42, Mooney 13 Cleveland St. Ignatius 47, Boardman 27 Warren


Sikoras mark 50th anniversary at dinner party

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Simon Sikora of 1046 Old Furnace Road were the guests of honor at a


HELPING HANDS Volunteering

SHORT-TERM OPPORTUNITIES Arms Family Museum: Next Sunday is Founders' Day open house, and


MELINDA KYLE MARK SAWICKI

MELINDA KYLE MARK SAWICKI YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Mark Kacey Sawicki honeymooned on a western


Cruise's new place

Cruise's new place Tom Cruise has been living in a Westside estate leased at $55,000 a month,


Towing association tells reason for costs

Towing companies hear a lot of flak about the prices they charge. Find out at the fair why prices


Divelbisses mark golden anniversary by renewing vows during reception

AUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Howard Divelbiss, 5355 Virginia Drive, renewed their marriage vows during


LIBERTY -- Eugene Rossi, chairman of Rossi Insurance Agency in Warren, will be honored by the

LIBERTY -- Eugene Rossi, chairman of Rossi Insurance Agency in Warren, will be honored by the


State development chief makes good impression

Opinion: State Sen. Bruce E. Johnson had a pretty high bar to clear when he met last week with Vindicator


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

CANFIELD FAIR RESULTS SATURDAY 1st -- N.V. Jay (J. Hysell)8.005.603.80 Kaicomer (M.


Russian folk music

Russian folk music EAST PALESTINE -- Moscow Nights will perform Russian folk music and dance at 7


SENIOR CITIZENS

55-PLUS CLUB X55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet to form a carpool at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at


MONDAY

Vienna Township trustees, 7 p.m.,township hall, Youngstown-Kingsville Road, N.E. AGENDA runs


WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of Sept. 2: TODAY Post 12, ITAMS, 352 Calvin St., Youngstown,


By MARGARET NERY

By MARGARET NERY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER The cover of the hefty volume was interesting and


SIDELIGHTS For all seniors

SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 9273 High St. N.E., Warren, will hold a Black and Blue Ball dinner and


DENVER Satisfying all tastes with its flavors

By CATHY SECKMAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT DENVER -- If you travel 1,300 miles west, 100 miles


VICTORIA TOY TIMOTHY SOUTH

VICTORIA TOY TIMOTHY SOUTH NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township Memorial Park was the setting at 4:30


MICHELE BROWN JEFFREY FISHER

MICHELE BROWN JEFFREY FISHER GLENSHAW, Pa. -- Jeffrey R. Fisher of Salem and his bride, the former


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Pruitt, Shaker Heights run past Mooney

The Shaker Heights star ran for four touchdowns in a 42-13 win over the Cardinals. By BOB ROTH


Felasco-Roof wedding plans are announced

SALEM -- Plans for the autumn wedding of Marci Lynn Felasco and Greg Roof, both of 1867 Cliff Drive,


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Boardman falls to St. Ignatius

Quarterback Nate Szep set a school record for passing yardage against Boardman, as the Spartans


Unionville is perfect for a lazy afternoon

UNIONVILLE -- Smack dab on the border of Lake and Ashtabula counties, minutes from the rolling blue


REMEMBERING A PRESIDENT

REMEMBERING A PRESIDENT Centennial President William McKinley was shot Sept. 6, 1901, in


Dinner reception held in honor of Thomas jubilee

STRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. Dan Thomas Sr. of Struthers were honored during a dinner reception Aug. 24


Grapevine 50th celebrated with dinner and trip

LOWELLVILLE -- Mr. and Mrs. John Grapevine, 459 Queisner Ave., will observe their 50th wedding


ERICA HODGKINSON MICHAEL ACIERNO

ERICA HODGKINSON MICHAEL ACIERNO HOWLAND -- Vows were exchanged Aug. 4 by Erica Hodgkinson of


Series of anniversary events is held in honor of Mr. and Mrs. DeAngelo

YOUNGSTOWN -- A dinner and reception Aug. 11 at Chadda Bing's in Canfield was one of the events held


Refuse pickup schedule

Refuse pickup schedule NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The city refuse department will work on schedule this


Reception held in celebration of Reents jubilee

AUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. William Reents, 3874 Dunbar Ave., were honored Aug. 19 during a reception


Poll: Couples prefer a royal-size mattress

Poll: Couples prefer a royal-size mattress Nearly half of all couples sleep on a queen-size


CHERYL WAWROSCH DAVID FOWLER

CHERYL WAWROSCH DAVID FOWLER YOUNGSTOWN -- Cheryl Sue Wawrosch of Austintown became the bride of


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Columbiana Street Fair Wednesday: 6 p.m., Main Street closed for fair setup.


TAMARA JACKSON SEAN TOOHEY

TAMARA JACKSON SEAN TOOHEY YOUNGSTOWN -- Tamara Jackson, 568 Karolina Drive, Campbell, became the


BEYOND THE STATISTICS When sex gets scary

By ASHLEY POWERS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER t starts so simply: a boy and girl, or two boys or two


STACY SHELDON DOUGLAS CONNER

STACY SHELDON DOUGLAS CONNER CANFIELD -- The Revs. Terry Hazel and Frank Lehnerd officiated as


HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER Kimple spearheads Columbiana's win

Behind Berry Kimple's two goals, Columbiana posted a 3-1 win over Chaney. COLUMBIANA -- Berry


LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

YOUNGSTOWN -- Erica Seeger of Pan Atlas Travel Service has achieved professional certification from


Conditions hindered chance of recovery

A gynecologist operated on the president because a well-known surgeon was out of town, the library


SARA WILLIAMS K.G.HOUSEHOLDER

SARA WILLIAMS K.G.HOUSEHOLDER YOUNGSTOWN -- Living in Harrisville after a honeymoon at Emerald


Series of events held in celebration of Soviks' 50th wedding anniversary

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sovik, 2260 McCollum Road, celebrated the 50th anniversary of their


Family dinner planned to mark Manley jubilee

BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. William Manley Sr. of Boardman will be honored Sept. 8 during a family


Police report woman to children services

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police reported a 28-year-old Elm Street woman to the Mahoning County Children


GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or the Garden Center, (330) 740-


PYMATUNING LAKE Official: Water won't be artificially lowered

Lower-than-normal water levels may have fueled the stories. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON


BERLIN CENTER -- The Rev. Dr. D. Larry Kline officiated at 2 p.m. Sept. 1 as Jennifer Marie Hawryluk

BERLIN CENTER -- The Rev. Dr. D. Larry Kline officiated at 2 p.m. Sept. 1 as Jennifer Marie Hawryluk


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Health Center Richard and Dawn Schneider, 2122 McCollum Road, Youngstown, girl, Aug.


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Warren cruises past Cin. Moeller

If there was a downside to the 55-0 victory, it was Warren Harding's 10 penalties, including eight


ATTAINING A LUSH LAWN

By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT If you are a homeowner who's been dreaming of a


DRAG RACING Lordstown official top national racer

Ron Krisher was ranked seventh by the National Hot Rod Association. LORDSTOWN -- Since when did


On Monday's business page, career columnist Amy Lindgren tells how to handle an interview when asked

On Monday's business page, career columnist Amy Lindgren tells how to handle an interview when asked


Surprise dinner for 50th jubilee honors the Turners

YOUNGSTOWN -- A surprise dinner party Aug. 11 honored Mr. and Mrs. Maple Turner Jr., 3109 Northwood


The Fiores mark golden event at family reunion

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Dr. and Mrs. Perry P. Fiore, 2413 N. 66th St., formerly of Boardman, were


VOLLEYBALL Howland no match for LaBrae

LaBrae also defeated Ursuline, while West Branch fell to Southeast and Walsh Jesuit. LEAVITTSBURG


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Canfield Fair, 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road (next to the Medical Arts


ADAMS PARK If you go

The Adams National Historic Park is located at sites throughout downtown Quincy and is managed by


Horvaths observe 50th anniversary at family dinner

YOUNGSTOWN -- A family dinner party was held Sept. 1 at TJ's Lounge in the Holiday Inn, Boardman, in


Sanctuary in need of miracle

By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- A sanctuary dedicated to sheltering and caring


Boardman boys' cross country third at Viking Invitational

NORTH CANTON -- Tom Albani took second place in 16 minutes, 41 seconds, as the Boardman High boys


Out-of-town developers largely made Cleveland's downtown renaissance happen, and now, Youngstown's

Out-of-town developers largely made Cleveland's downtown renaissance happen, and now, Youngstown's


Building on strength of titanium

RMI Titanium has weathered the ups and downs of an erratic aerospace industry. But officials say the


NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

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


SEPT. 7

SEPT. 7 'THE MUSKETEER' The latest attempt to revive the Dumas classic features Justin Chambers


BRANDY CRUM EDWARD MORRIS II

BRANDY CRUM EDWARD MORRIS II YOUNGSTOWN -- Edward Francis Morris II, 121 Forest Hill Ave.,


Garden show winners named

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Men's Garden Club of Youngstown held a horticultural show Aug. 25 and 26 at the


Street fair serves as big fund-raiser

The event concludes at midnight Saturday with a drawing for $5,000 cash. By NANCY TULLIS


Foundation helps ill children make their dreams come true

Giving seriously ill children a reason to smile and creating memories that will last them a lifetime


Celebrity lecture series to feature Al Roker

Celebrity lecture series to feature Al Roker WARREN -- Al Roker is coming to town as part of


ABWA council plans Fall Fashion Preview

LIBERTY -- The Mahoning/Trumbull County American Business Women's Association Network Council will


KELLY SEIFERT ALFRED FLEMING JR.

KELLY SEIFERT ALFRED FLEMING JR. RICHFIELD, Minn. -- Assumption Church was the setting at 1 p.m.


First lady to visit 25 new home sites

With events taking place all over the country and the world, Ohio first lady Hope Taft has decided


LORDSTOWN Lear avoids strike

Because Lear supplies car seats to General Motors, a strike could have affected production at the


hFemale bonding

For centuries, mothers and daughters have spent long afternoons together weaving garlands, planting


Family dinner held to honor Baranski 50th

HUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Baranski, 510 Dorchester Drive, were honored at a family dinner


100 years later, McKinley stands tall

The Main Street memorial in Niles took about two years to complete and was dedicated in 1917. By


Pannunzios mark 50th anniversary at dinner party

YOUNGSTOWN -- A celebration was held Aug. 11 at St. Luke Banquet Center in honor of the 50th wedding


MARY JO NAGY | Pets Consider lifestyle when picking a pet

You and your family want a pet, but what type of pet will be best suited for your home? This may


McKINLEY ASSASSINATION 100 years after his death, a favorite son stands tall

The Main Street memorial in Niles took about two years to complete and was dedicated in 1917.


Warren cruises past Cin. Moeller

If there was a downside to the 55-0 victory, it was Warren Harding's 10 penalties, including eight


Cancer-care seminar

Cancer-care seminar GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute at UPMC


COLUMBIANA Street fair serves as big fund-raiser

The event concludes at midnight Saturday with a drawing for $5,000 cash. By NANCY TULLIS


ACADEMY GRADS

ACADEMY GRADS Air Force, Army Eva Rae Sanchez graduated first in her legal studies major from


The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple

The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple HOME SWEET HOME: Sibling wolves, top, play on top of their shelter.


Gains' bid for state AG made for TV

Opinion: The silhouette of a man fills the television screen. He's standing in a dimly lit kitchen talking on


JAMES DULLEY | Cutting your utility bills Decorative garage doors that are energy efficient

Q. I want to replace my old, noisy, faded garage door with a new insulated one with decorative, yet


CANFIELD Couples recall falling in love at fair

For many couples, the Canfield Fair is a romantic place. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Campbell holds on to beat Struthers

The game marked the 73rd meeting between the two teams. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


MAKE-A-WISH Foundation helps ill children make their dreams come true

Giving seriously ill children a reason to smile and creating memories that will last them a lifetime


PREP RESULTS & amp; SCHEDULE

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY VIKING INVITATIONAL NORTH CANTON HOOVER 51, MASSILLON JACKSON 59, BOARDMAN 72


Man reports carjacking outside bar

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 22-year-old city man was carjacked at gunpoint as he left a local bar shortly after


It's not very easy being the fair mascot, but the experience lingers on.

It's not very easy being the fair mascot, but the experience lingers on. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


Allegheny Forest trail to close early for work

Allegheny Forest trail to close early for work MARIENVILLE, Pa. -- The Marienville Trail Bike


Pay attention to message if not to the messenger

Opinion: Pay attention to message if not to the messenger EDITOR: The Citizens' League has come in for a


WILLIAM MCKINLEY

WILLIAM MCKINLEY 25th president Thursday marks the 100th anniversary of President McKinley's


SIGNER: Richard Koker interprets services for area churches and signed today's services at the

SIGNER: Richard Koker interprets services for area churches and signed today's services at the


Adoption information to be offered at session

Adoption information to be offered at session Adoptions from the Heart will sponsor two


CANFIELD FAIR RESULTS

CANFIELD FAIR RESULTS SATURDAY 1st -- N.V. Jay (J. Hysell)8.005.603.80 Kaicomer (M.


PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony Musical genres will mix in September concert

In a recent New York Times article, David Schiff writes about the interrelationship and contrasts