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Bada bing, Y'town makes it to the top
Opinion: Let's not get all cranky over Youngstown's being included in last Sunday's season opener of the HBO
KEYSTONE CLIPS Program teaches how to compost
Penn State Cooperative Extension is looking for Mercer County residents interested in learning the
FUND-RAISER Junior League plans Bargain Bonanza
This year's event will feature a health fair. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Junior League of Youngstown will
VOLLEYBALL Mroski is MVP as Hubbard wins title, stays undefeated
The Eagles posted three wins in the Hubbard Volleyball Classic and now are 14-0. HUBBARD -- Katy
Surprise dinner party is held to honor the Barton 40th wedding anniversary
STRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. William Barton, 254 Como St., were honored during a surprise dinner party
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN The first look at a grand vision
One developer sees an arena, conference center, hotel and village of shops and restaurants in the
PREP SOCCER Fitch's Harris scores late goal as Falcons remain undefeated
Four different players scored for Champion in a win over Niles. AUSTINTOWN -- Dina Harris scored a
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY RESULTS FOOTBALL AREA SCORES Chaney 53, Wilson 0 Rayen 30, Canton Timken 0
GRAEDONS | The People's Pharmacy To comb out nits from lice, think pink
Q. I am going crazy looking for nits. My 8-year-old daughter caught lice at school, and we are
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Educator Stoner deserves recognition
Nobody lives forever although the majority of us may believe that's the case. On Sept. 7, Keith
Brown jubilee to be celeb rated during party
CANFIELD -- Mr. and Mrs. Edward Brown, 8891 W. Western Reserve Road, will be guests of honor during
Apples are yummy but ugly
The high spring temperatures we enjoyed smashed Hartford's apple crop. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting All shook up: Fans love fun salt & amp; pepper shakers
Collecting is fun, and there are many humorous antiques and collectibles. One category that has
Sopranos put hit on Youngstown.
Sopranos put hit on Youngstown. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- You can add
State grants to help improve, protect watersheds
SHARON, Pa. -- Mercer and Lawrence counties will get more than $600,000 in state grants to improve
YOUNGSTOWN Event to aid in fight against breast cancer
The race is the organization's largest fund-raiser. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
APPLES
APPLES Types and uses Here's a glance at apples, their taste and texture, and uses: Cortland:
SCOTT SHALAWAY Snags prove life after death
If you've ever wondered about life after death, try planting a snag in your backyard. Snags, what
BASIC GRADS
BASIC GRADS Air Force: Reserve Airman Brandon J. Miller (Greenville, Pa., High School, '01), son
Width matters as much as depth
The soil surrounding the hole should be loosened, a shrub expert said. What's the biggest mistake
CORTLAND Lakeview beats Poland to win Blue-White title
Canfield finished 1-2. CORTLAND -- Megan Taylor had 13 assists, 13 points, 12 digs and eight kills
CONCERT REVIEW Toby Keith throws party for Pittsburgh
Toby Keith thanked the crowd for being part of the largest country concert ever in the Steel City.
AREA SCHEDULE
SEPTEMBER TODAY -- SS.Mary and Joseph School outing at Lakeside Golf Course in Lake Milton. Four-
EverGreen plays host to harvest celebration
EverGreen plays host to harvest celebration VILLA MARIA, Pa. -- EverGreen and Land Management plan
Delta Sigma Theta to sponsor dinner
BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will sponsor "A
ROAD WORK Mercer County, Pa.
Interstate 80, westbound mile posts 19 to 15: Pavement testing. Carlton Road east of state Route
YOUNGSTOWN Police layoffs begin to show
The city laid off 11 police officers and 15 firefighters in August. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
Man found dead
Man found dead YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating the death of a man who was found shot in the
MAHONING COUNTY Voters get lesson at rock and poll event
The county's 1,200 poll workers will be trained to use the system. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
PROFILE Bill Rodgers
Bill Rodgers' first international success came in the 1975 World Cross Country Championships in
The most popular evergreen shrub in the Mahoning Valley is the rhododendron.
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT If how to best landscape your back yard has got you
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States. Prices vary in different locations because of local
Highway Patrol officer's hat, blue wool, patent-leather visor, bronze badge, 1940s, size 8, $50.
Snyder's can ease the pain of Phar-Mor Inc.'s closing
Opinion: When Snyder's Drug Stores of Minnesota withdrew from negotiations for the purchase of the assets of
MUSEUMS | Area attractions
Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Who's the Fairest
The development team and their roles, according to the Landmark Organization's proposal to the city:
The development team and their roles, according to the Landmark Organization's proposal to the city:
PROJECTIONS
PROJECTIONS Likely events, attendance Types of events, number of dates and total attendance
CRUISING IN STYLE
CRUISING IN STYLE Fall trips GRAND LADY RIVERBOAT Based near Grand Rapids, carries 150 people
CATTRON GROUP
CATTRON GROUP Company facts A closer look at Cattron Group and its operating units: Founded:
CLEANING UP Jail janitorial expenses
Here are 2001 expenses for maintenance and janitorial supplies for some county jails in Northeast
The Pollanders guests of honor during reception
CAMPBELL -- Mr. and Mrs. John Pollander, 581 Coitsville Road, were guests of honor during a
Bake sale benefit
Bake sale benefit NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- The annual auction, flea market and bake sale for the New
JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Effective skylight tubes help let the sunshine in
Q. My kitchen and a hallway are dark and I would like to add some natural lighting. Skylights are
GAME TIME Today
Who: Cubs (Al. Benes 2-1) at Pirates (Benson 8-6) When: 1:35 p.m. Radio: WKST-AM (1200).
MARY JANE WOLFORD | JAMES THOMAS
TSERJAS, N.M. -- Mary Jane Wolford and James Matthew Thomas exchanged marriage vows during a
CANFIELD Participants of car rally to find 9 sites
CANFIELD -- Ohio State University's Mahoning County Extension Office is organizing a "Horticultu-
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason H. Cook, 26, of 1544 Maplewood, Warren, and Juanita L.
MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper It pays to know your grocery prices
Are the dollar stores a good source for grocery bargains? That is the question asked by Francis
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today -- Women's golf at Ball State Invitational; Volleyball at Buffalo, 11 a.m.;
Kings honored for anniversary at surprise party
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Richard King, 275 Coitsville-Hubbard Road, were the guests of honor Sept.
Sarvers to mark golden jubilee at dinner party
LUTZ, Fla. -- Former area residents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sarver Sr. of 1344 Edgewater Court will
TRUMBULL JAIL County foots higher bill for supplies, records show
A jail official was shocked to learn the county was paying $8 a can for glass cleaner. By STEPHEN
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Anthony and Michele Cretella, 610 E. Marshall Road, McDonald, boy, Friday. Thomas
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Poland teen injured in shooting
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Poland teen was in stable condition in St. Elizabeth Health Center Saturday night
Tsaknis 50th is observed on family vacation
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Tsaknis of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA Teacher's effort to teach archaeology provided world with startling news
By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU SHARON, Pa. -- Dr. James M. Adovasio had no idea the dig
"Adolphe." "The Story of Adele H." star Isabelle Adjani returns to the screen in another period
"Adolphe." "The Story of Adele H." star Isabelle Adjani returns to the screen in another period
Free bus transportation to Voinovich Park in Cleveland requires a reservation. Call Humility of Mary
Free bus transportation to Voinovich Park in Cleveland requires a reservation. Call Humility of Mary
By BOB JACKSON
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- It's 8 o'clock on a muggy Wednesday
Beating victim awaits payment
A $1 million settlement is being contested in court by James Goins' court-appointed attorney. By
MEREDYTH MANNING JOHN RAY
MEREDYTH MANNING JOHN RAY YOUNGSTOWN -- The wedding of Meredyth Patrice Manning and John Paul Ray
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Grove City College, Physical Learning Center, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. MONDAY
MEADOWCROFT
MEADOWCROFT Museum operation Meadowcroft Rockshelter, located on Albert Miller's farm in
Dinner is held in observance of Davies jubilee
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Donald Davies, 3365 Myrwood Lane, were guests of honor during a dinner
Rodney Toth wins at garden show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Rodney Toth earned 34 points and took top honors at the Men's Garden Club of
SHARPSVILLE, PA. Cattron fuels company growth with technology
A longtime local company ventures into new areas, such as wireless Internet connections. By DON
Crop yields are expected to be low, ag experts say
Agriculture experts say the drought will force some farmers to sell out. By NANCY TULLIS
Vacation spot is exotic yet near
At a lighthouse in Ontonagon, Mich., I found a Youngstown connection. By JON BAKER VINDICATOR
INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE Lowellville 5-0 after 41-6 victory
The Rockets contained Mustangs to minus-27 yards in the first half en route to a 41-6 win. By JOE
PREP CROSS COUNTRY Cardinal Mooney wins Malone Invitational
The Cardinals won the boys Division III title and placed second in the girls race. VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN For resident, Y was never a question
When Eileen Kinnard graduated from YSU, her professor handed her a note telling her she was his best
AGENDA
AGENDA MONDAY Austintown Township trustees, 7 p.m., township administration building, 82 Ohltown
We mustn't forget, we're at war with terrorists
Opinion: We mustn't forget, we're at war with terrorists EDITOR: Have we lost sight of the fact we are in
CAREER PATHS
BANKING BOARDMAN -- Rocky Page has joined the staff of First Place Bank as a regional sales
JACK WOLLITZ Lesson learned: Take nothing for granted
Just when you think you've solved most of the puzzles of angling, the fish offer up a curve ball.
SHENANGO VALLEY Legacy benefits groups
Two area organizations got $1,000 each from the Ben Franklin Fund this year. By LAURE CIOFFI
WITH THE VETS | Veterans meetings
Meeting schedule for the week of Sept. 22: TODAY Post 6488, VFW, 2065 Coitsville-Hubbard Road,
Target hits mark with workers
The majority owner of the plaza said he expects traffic to double when the store opens Oct. 13.
In 2002, 203,500 American women and 1,500 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer. What is a
In 2002, 203,500 American women and 1,500 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer. What is a
MIKE BRAUN MVTL still on target
In1974, a group of area shot-gunners got together and started what has become -- at least
28th peace race slated Oct. 6 at Mill Creek
Some of the world's greatest runners have participated over the race's 27-year history. YOUNGSTOWN
Kiowa poet will speak at college
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Scott Momaday, American Indian scholar, poet and Pulitzer Prize winning
MASONIC GROUP Temple on the Hill holds installation
International and state officers conducted the induction. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jack Fay was installed as
CITY SERIES McElroy scores 4 to power Chaney
The Cowboys scored on their first four possessions, and led Wilson 40-0 at the half. By BOB ROTH
Weathering eye surgery
By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Open any newspaper or magazine and you can find
NEW CASTLE SRU will build center geared to help people
A temporary community center is expected to open sometime before November. By LAURE CIOFFI
PREPS
PREPS Area has top players at some major colleges Fanfare: The Mahoning Valley has an array of
PENNSYLVANIA
PENNSYLVANIA 56 counties exhaust deer allocations HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Game Commission