News for September 1, 2005

CAL THOMAS Political preachers' message all wrong

Opinion: PORTSTEWART, Northern Ireland -- Word of Pat Robertson's outrageous remarks recommending the

Searching for a fair deal

Opinion: Chicago Tribune: From its humble beginnings seven years ago as a free, fast and feisty Internet

GENETIC BLUEPRINTS Studies compare chimps, humans

Now scientists have to figure out what the differences mean. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SAN JOSE,

Judge says no to pretrial detention

Greece will not extradite anyone who was born there, an FBI agent said. By PATRICIA MEADE

Eat -- it's for a good cause

Full-course meals or just a nosh are available all day. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF

CROSS COUNTRY 700 athletes will take field at Maplewood

Girls defending champ Lakeside will be challenged by Maplewood and McDonald. MECCA -- With 700

By MATEA GOLD

By MATEA GOLD LOS ANGELES TIMES NEW YORK -- Martha Stewart didn't have to wait long for the

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ELLEN GOODMAN Roberts' conservatism is a mystery

Opinion: BOSTON -- How did we end the summer on such a prickly little piece of the political landscape --

GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Listerine's anti-fungal properties can help

Q. I read an article in your column about using Listerine for itchy scalp. It reminded me that 40-

Officials work on law to restrict landfills

Niles will combine landfill restrictions that Warren and Girard have in place. By TIM YOVICH

COLLEEN EAGON JEFFREY DECHELLIS

COLLEEN EAGON JEFFREY DECHELLIS XSTRUTHERS -- Aruba was the honeymoon destination of Jeffrey

Damage to refineries pushes up gas prices

At least one Youngstown station raised the price to $3.09 per gallon Wednesday afternoon. By

HOW HE SEES IT Speed detectors as money machines

Opinion: By EDWARD ACHORN PROVIDENCE JOURNAL There was of course no way of knowing whether you were being

SCRAPPERS Team sees its hopes take a dip

Mahoning Valley's 32-35 record doesn't bode well for a playoff spot. BATAVIA, N.Y. -- The Mahoning

Teaming up

Teaming up The Youngstown SteelHounds hockey team has hooked up as an affiliate with the Cleveland

CORTLAND Developers prepare land at Routes 46 and 305

The water and sewer lines at the site should be complete by next week. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

NEW ORLEANS Few inundated structures will be saved, experts warn

Mold and contaminated water have worsened the situation. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE When the

College aid from Pop Shop

College aid from Pop Shop The Pop Shop sponsors the Mahoning County Junior Agricultural

"Oh my God, it was hell."

Opinion: "Oh my God, it was hell." Kioka Williams Who had to hack through the ceiling of the beauty

THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART -- NBC Alternative Series -- "Press Conference" -- Pictured: (l-r)

LAWRENCE COUNTY Transfer of $1M from general fund begins

By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BESSEMER, Pa. -- Lawrence County commissioners have

City man faces felony charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- A Fairmont Avenue man remains in Mahoning County jail on felony charges of possessing

FRAUD CASE Defendant's finances to be probed

The magistrate allowed both defendants to go free on unsecured bonds. By PATRICIA MEADE

DANIELLE VALENTINE THOMAS CASEY

DANIELLE VALENTINE THOMAS CASEY XAUSTINTOWN -- A reception was held Aug. 13 at the Saxon Club in

YSU FOOTBALL Tonight's game

PENGUINS (0-0) vs. SLIPPERY ROCK (0-1) When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Stambaugh Stadium Series: YSU

POVERTYNECK HILLBILLIES Group's got a name that sticks

This high-energy band drew 45,000 fans for a Jamboree in the Hills festival. By JOHN BENSON

Diana's loyal fans gather to remember anniversary

Diana's loyal fans gather to remember anniversary LONDON -- Loyal fans to Diana, Princess of

KATIE PORTER JASON WILSON

KATIE PORTER JASON WILSON XLOWELLVILLE -- Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church was the setting at 2

Democratic candidate for sheriff in Lawrence Co. is promoted

Adamo is now the county jail warden. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Perry Quahliero, a Democratic candidate

YSU's employees unhappy with President Sweet's deal

Opinion: YSU's employees unhappy with President Sweet's deal EDITOR: YSU on strike. Labor unrest at our

MAHONING VALLEY Economy increases need for funds

United Way has 27 percent of its $3 million goal. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Flask has paid $1,900 of the $78,562 he was ordered to pay.

Flask has paid $1,900 of the $78,562 he was ordered to pay. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Effort's goal: Give more peace a chance

Leaders want the 21 district facilities to be a haven for learning. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

YSU Union sets tentative plans for vote on proposed pact

Some discrepancies in the written version of the document slowed the approval process. YOUNGSTOWN

Panel to weigh tourism bureau proposal

The county and the former tourism bureau battled over control of bed tax money. By ED RUNYAN

Man gets probation in incident during attempt to repossess van

Michael Mrosko's actions contributed to Kenneth Bills' death, the victim's family contends. By

"Children of Beslan: The Russian School Siege" (8 p.m., HBO): This documentary that marks the one-

XTrevor and Katrina Dyce of Alexandria are announcing the birth of their second child, a son, Aidan

'UNDERCLASSMAN'

'UNDERCLASSMAN' s (out of four) Rating: PG-13 for violence, sexual references, drug material and

Letter to contain recommendations

Department of Justice officials did not interview local citizens. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

SHENANGO VALLEY Chorale sets show with orchestra

A busy season is planned for the music group. SHARON, Pa. -- Shenango Valley Chorale will

SOCCER Boardman girls defeat North Canton

Noelle Fox led unbeaten Canfield by scoring two goals in a game against Warren Harding. BOARDMAN

AUSTINTOWN Education board approves sale of middle school

A developer from Texas made a higher offer for the school building. By JEANNE STARMACK

Death of man found in car 'suspicious'

LISBON -- Authorities are investigating the cause of death of a man whose body was found in a car

BROWNS Edwards is still behind, but not that far behind

Cleveland's No. 1 pick is working hard to get ready for the season. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR

Deal averts teachers strike in time for opening day

By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF LIBERTY -- Although formal ratification votes

LORY MOCCIA JEREMY RISING

LORY MOCCIA JEREMY RISING XYOUNGSTOWN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged during a 2 p.m. ceremony July

ARMS MUSEUM Founders Day to feature open house, tours

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Arms Museum, 648 Wick Ave., will host its annual Founders Day open house in

'Six Feet Under' star plans return to theater company

NEW YORK (AP) -- Michael C. Hall, a star of HBO's "Six Feet Under," will return to the Roundabout

The Glenn Miller Orchestra will be perform in the Dreamland Ballroom in Conneaut Lake Park. The 19-

MAN REPORTS SHOOTING

Man reports shooting YOUNGSTOWN -- A 25-year-old told police that a man fired three shots at him

hWater we gonna do?

hWater we gonna do? TEMPLE, Texas -- Jessica Luna, 18 months, is held by her cousin Michael Ortiz

DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE Despite themes, dark lyrics, this music is far from grave

The group's latest CD, 'Plans,' was released this week. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS On the new album

Salty ideas for individual seasoning packets

Dear Readers: Well, we have finally finished sorting through hundreds of letters about uses for salt

Axl Rose responds to lawsuit

LOS ANGELES -- Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose has responded to a lawsuit filed against him by two

AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "The Golden Goose" by the Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theater, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 6 and 7.

VOLLEYBALL Gasser powers Hubbard to win

Lia Gordon scored 23 points and Lindsey Higgins had 37 assists for LaBrae. HUBBARD -- Corrie

'Transporter 2' doesn't quite deliver

Acting ability isn't as important as appearance in these films. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL

COLLEGE FOOTBALL YSU solid against The Rock

The Penguins are 26-0 against Division II opponents since 1981. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

U.S. ARMY Memo targets Internet postings

Leaders are concerned by the sensitive nature of the information being posted. KNIGHT RIDDER

OSU FOOTBALL Zwick awaiting season opener

It might be the quarterback's only chance to start for the Buckeyes this season. TOLEDO BLADE

Associated Press

Associated Press DAY OF REMEMBRANCE: A woman cries as she looks at the portraits of children

FAIR SCHEDULE

TODAY GRANDSTAND ATTRACTIONS School Band Concert: 1 p.m. South Range; 1:10 Lowellville; 1:20

MINOR LEAGUE HOCKEY SteelHounds and Barons join forces

The Youngstown team is now a farm team of the AHL franchise. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS

GATEWAY, SMALL COLLEGE SCHEDULES

GATEWAY YOUNGSTOWN STATE Sept. 1 -- Slippery Rock, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 -- Northeastern, 4 p.m.

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Program dealing with truants gets funds to expand

Many families will be able to take advantage of the program. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM

Police mum about investigation off road

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- An access road off Pa. Route 168 in Taylor Township was closed by Pennsylvania

LEATHERWORKS PLANT EPA official explains site cleanup process to Girard residents

Drum removal on the site continues. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD --

Today is Thursday, Sept. 1, the 244th day of 2005. There are 121 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Sept. 1, the 244th day of 2005. There are 121 days left in the year. On this date

Experts look to drivers for ideas

Four state agencies are working together to make Ohio's highways safer. By NANCY TULLIS

'TRANSPORTER 2'

sss (out of 5) Running time: 1 hour, 28 minutes. Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violent

Agencies: Help by giving, not going

A local man says this area could temporarily house and help thousands of victims. By NANCY TULLIS

Red Cross: Send to American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, P.O. Box 1390, Warren 44482-1390.

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Option One Mortgage Corp. vs. Deanna M. Tidswell et al,

Musician releases first solo album

Musician releases first solo album SALEM -- Longtime area musician Kirk Poffenberger has released

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Jered and Aimee Pekar, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 30. Forum

PAULA HOWARD THOMAS DEVINE

PAULA HOWARD THOMAS DEVINE XWARREN -- A honeymoon in the Bahamas followed the July 29 wedding of

PREP FOOTBALL Tumultuous first season pays off for Yo. Christian

The Eagles won their first game last Saturday. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

KRISTINE PETROSKY ROBERT TAIT

KRISTINE PETROSKY ROBERT TAIT XYOUNGSTOWN -- The Rose Garden in Mill Creek Park was the setting at

Canfield Fair gives all one last summer fling

Editorial: Weather forecast for the 2005 edition of the Canfield Fair: Sunny, with temperatures in the high 70s

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