News for September 13, 2005

Bush appoints new FEMA director

Unlike Michael Brown, who resigned, R. David Paulison has experience. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

4 local communities get state housing grants

YOUNGSTOWN -- Four area communities were among 70 in Ohio to receive state grants for improving

COURT Grand jury to get case of man accused of scam

The victim said two people contended she needed electrical work done to her home. AUSTINTOWN -- A

Atlanta holds off Philadelphia, 14-10

The Falcons rushed for over 200 yards. ATLANTA (AP) -- The Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles

Crash injures motorcyclist

CAMPBELL -- Joseph A. Murphy, 21, of Washington, Ohio, was in critical condition Monday evening in

Claim of wrangled gator in LA is dismissed

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- On Tuesday, authorities dismissed a claim that a wrangler had nabbed a 7-foot-

Offensive tackle: Depth is central to YSU's success

The Penguins have averaged 277 yards in their first two games. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS

Salem council OKs bond sale for hospital project

SALEM -- City council has approved the sale of up to $40 million in bonds to help finance the

YOUNGSTOWN Few kids turn out for shot clinic

Kindergarten pupils without required shots will be excluded from school. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

Boil order for Canfield

CANFIELD -- The city has issued a precautionary boil order for all of Deer Trail Drive and Sleepy

Pens expect to lose $7 M

The team is ready to take the loss to put a winning team on the ice. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The

St. Elizabeth Health Center

St. Elizabeth Health Center Nicole Sakara, Boardman, boy, Sept. 12. Forum Women & amp;

Mom facing charges of endangering two children

An unsuccessful attempt was made to take the children, police said. YOUNGSTOWN -- The mother who

hArmed men kidnap daughter of millionaire

hArmed men kidnap daughter of millionaire AMSTERDAM, Netherlands -- Armed men broke into an

Deadly fire called arson

Deadly fire called arson YOUNGSTOWN -- The fire that claimed the life of 50-year-old John Moore at

GEORGE F. WILL Misguided mindsets untouched by Katrina

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- It took exactly one month -- until the president's prime-time news conference of Oct.

City moves on fees for services

Officials say individuals will not be directly charged. By JOHN W GOODWIN, JR. VINDICATOR

AUSTINTOWN SCHOOLS Busing situation brings praise, new complaints

The superintendent said there will be fewer problems as drivers learn their routes. By JEANNE

Evacuees connect with local volunteers, centers

Many people seeking assistance have come because of family or friends here. By NANCY TULLIS and ED

No jazz funerals -- bodies go in trucks

ST. GABRIEL, La. (AP) -- There is no horse-drawn wagon to take the coffin to the cemetery, no

CLOTHING The red-hot blue jean gets a major upgrade

All the latest trends in denim can be found at every price point. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Gibson's big effort claims offensive honors in Game 2

He had a career-best 198 yards rushing and scored three touchdowns. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

FAST WILLIE

Fast Willie A lot of first-round running backs spend a career without playing the kind of game

Matt Damon engaged

Matt Damon engaged NEW YORK -- Matt Damon and his girlfriend, Luciana Barroso, are engaged, Us

Tressel: Troy Smith will start Saturday

Justin Zwick and Troy Smith replaced each other five times against Texas. COMBINED DISPATCHES

Pittsburgh's Crosby is enjoying the attention heaped on No. 1 pick

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Now, it's just hockey for Sidney Crosby. Finally. After three months of

SUPREME COURT NOMINEE Some issues off-limits for Roberts

Roberts deflected questions on abortion, civil rights and voting rights. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Chief

Burglary victim loses cache of firearms

STRUTHERS -- City police are on the hunt for a cache of firearms, including a Romanian-style AK-47

'Autumn moon'

'AUTUMN MOON' Date of Adams' photo found YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. (AP) -- Astronomers

Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Weathersfield Township Zoning Commission, 6 p.m., township administration

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Docket entries Lynn Rigby et al vs. Dr. Raul Lopez et al, dismissed. U.S. Bank

Catholic group will scoop on Handel's Day

Members of the Mahoning South Catholic Leadership Team of the Mahoning South Deanery of the Diocese

hOphelia downgraded to tropical storm

hOphelia downgraded to tropical storm WILMINGTON, N.C. -- Hurricane Ophelia shirts are on sale at

LPGA Votaw's job as commissioner comes to an end

The Salem native spent 61/2 successful years at the helm. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORT CARMEL,

LAWRENCE COUNTY TREASURY DA requesting audit to determine if more county money is missing

By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA STAFF NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- In the wake of criminal charges

Stoops waits to decide about playing Peterson

The running back was suspended for missing classes. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Oklahoma coach Bob

Important appointments slip through the cracks

Opinion: By JULIETTE KAYYEM LOS ANGELES TIMES Monday, much of Washington, D.C., and much of the nation,

GM plant waterline is ready to flow

New waterlines are part of a deal that brought about the new production line. By TIM YOVICH

Warren woman reports theft of son's car

BOARDMAN -- A Warren woman reported to police that her 35-year-old son's sport utility vehicle was

Canfield trustees OK zone change

CANFIELD -- Township trustees approved a zone change for a development of upscale homes off U.S.

Mercer High plans 10th annual band show

MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer High School 5M Marching Band will host its 10th annual Mercer Mustang Band

KATRINA RECOVERY Many signs of progress amid deaths

New Orleans may be dry in a few weeks, much sooner than earlier estimates. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- In

HELOISE For best results, squeeze mustard over the sink

Dear Heloise: I have found that no matter how hard I shake the mustard bottle, that watery substance

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: 3 Doors Down, Shinedown and Alter Bridge Where: Youngstown Convocation Center

Group tells residents to leave homes

The case was the subject of a controversial U.S. Supreme Court ruling. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) -- A

COLUMBINE DIARIES Status of documents disputed

A newspaper has requested that the materials be ruled public records. DENVER (AP) -- Attorneys for

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 13, the 256th day of 2005. There are 109 days left in the year. On this date in 1788, the Congress of the Confederation authorizes the first national election, and declares New

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Sept. 13, the 256th day of 2005. There are 109 days left in the year. On this date

Suspicious fires lead to worries for chief

Residents were told to leave a Girard house a day before a fire broke out. By TIM YOVICH

Some issues off-limits for Roberts

Roberts deflected questions on abortion, civil rights and voting rights. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Chief

Boardman firefighters get funds for rescues

BOARDMAN -- The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Ohio State Aerie, awarded the township fire department

Bitter rivals in and out of game

The Eagles and Falcons started fighting even before Monday night's game. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP)

Miss Jenkins, Mr. Dailey to wed Oct. 8

XLORDSTOWN -- David and Donata Archer, 1075 Tait Road, are announcing the engagement of their

With 'Georgia Rain,' Yearwood returns

She had been off the radio for 31/2 years. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A quick reality check for

STANDINGS A.L. wild card

WLPctGB Cleveland8362.572-- New York8162.5661 Oakland8064.55621/2 Tuesday's Games Cleveland 5,

"Today, as we recite the names of those we lost, our hearts turn as well toward London, our sister

Opinion: "Today, as we recite the names of those we lost, our hearts turn as well toward London, our sister

'Chase Freddie' drill used by Penn State to prep for CMU's QB

Coach Joe Paterno wants his Nittany Lions to be ready for Kent Smith. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 14, the 257th day of 2005. There are 108 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Sept. 14, the 257th day of 2005. There are 108 days left in the year. On this

$4.1 million grant will improve YSU

By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The largest single federal contribution

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING

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Hearing set for Nov. in vehicular homicide

Hearing set for Nov. in vehicular homicide WARREN -- A pretrial hearing is set for 10:15 a.m. Nov.

WISCONSIN SHOOTINGS Deer hunter injured in rampage testifies he shot once at suspect

Chai Soua Vang is accused of killing six hunters during a confrontation. HAYWARD, Wis. (AP) -- A

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Man finds brother's ashes that were lost for 58 years

The infant brother's remains had been left at the funeral home. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- After

SALEM SCHOOLS Chief begins year with optimism

He refuses to let the problems daunt him. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM --

BOARDMAN Seditz put on unpaid leave and must finish treatment

When he returns to work, he will enter a last-chance agreement with trustees. By DENISE DICK

BOXING Niles' Lyell pulls out of Tacoma fight

The 21-year old said he was tired of fighting guys in their hometowns. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 10-round

CORTLAND CITY COUNCIL Mayor keeps enthusiasm for CIC

Although council rejected legislation, Moll believes the program is important. By TIM YOVICH

ROUNDUP | News and notes

Steelers: Quarterback Charlie Batch was re-signed Tuesday after being released just before Sunday's

Wedding planned by Miss DeAngelo and Mr. Dohar

XSANDUSKY -- Samuel and Beatrice DeAngelo, 318 Indiana Ave., are announcing the engagement of their

KRISTIN TAURO ANTHONY SCARFONE

KRISTIN TAURO ANTHONY SCARFONE XYOUNGSTOWN -- Anthony L. Scarfone of Boardman and his bride, the

New school levy will be on ballot next year, board president says

CORTLAND -- Michael Rantilla, Lakeview school board president, announced that there won't be another

AUTO RACING Championships Saturday at Sharon

Drivers in all five divisions will compete for season championships. HARTFORD -- There will be

Police: Men had stolen rifles in car

YOUNGSTOWN -- Three rifles stolen during a burglary in Negley were found in the trunk of a car

OHIO EDUCATION Chamber president named part of Taft committee

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Gov. Bob Taft appointed the Regional

Power crews blame city in huge outage

The work shouldn't have been done in the daytime, workers said. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Workers who

Reese declines to run for 6th District seat

A Mahoning County state rep will decide his political future shortly. By DAVID SKOLNICK

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 68-year-old couple at an impasse over sex

Dear Annie: I am a 68-year-old widow, and I care very much for a 68-year-old divorced gentleman. We

Hubble telescope aids observation of asteroid

Some suggest it is a 'mini-planet' and could have more water than Earth. WASHINGTON POST For

JANA FELLOWS TIMOTHY SCHRODE

JANA FELLOWS TIMOTHY SCHRODE XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- A reception was held at St. Lucy Banquet Hall in

Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Drive, Boardman, is a drop-off site for items earmarked for

Iraq, La. illustrate leadership vacuum

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- How strange that, even as we commemorate the fourth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks,

North-South vulnerable. South deals.

North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x 10 3 u A 7 2 v 10 9 6 w J 10 6 4 3 WEST

Homecoming for 910th Airlift Wing is set

VIENNA -- A ceremonial "final" homecoming for Air Force Reserve's 910th Airlift Wing, some 500 of

PREP VOLLEYBALL Winning streak is at 7 matches for Crestview

Mooney has won eight straight to start the season. NEW WATERFORD -- The Crestview High volleyball

Tony Stewart favored to win the Cup

Owner Jack Roush has five cars in the championship Chase. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE It appears

Food on campus has great potential

Meals at school can still be delicious and nutritious. By ALLISON ASKINS KNIGHT RIDDER

LUMI STRIMBU JASON BAKOS

LUMI STRIMBU JASON BAKOS XBOARDMAN -- Lumi Strimbu, 213 Collingwood Court, Cranberry Township,

CAMPBELL 2 write-in candidates must wait until November to run for office

Absentee votes for the write-ins won't be counted. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER

Man given 4 years for part in robbery

YOUNGSTOWN -- Keith W. Guy Jr., 21, of South Portland Avenue, will spend four years in prison for

SOCCER Gavolas scores only goal in Poland's win

Howland blanked Niles, 3-0, while Fitch lost in the last two minutes. SALEM -- Steve Gavolas

The Baltimore Sun: It's no surprise that young people are a key target market for the fast food industry. But it's still sobering to contemplate the results of a recent study by Harvard's School of

Opinion: The Baltimore Sun: It's no surprise that young people are a key target market for the fast food

AP file photo, April 11, 2005

AP file photo, April 11, 2005 BELTING ONE OUT: Country singer Tricia Yearwood performs in

Adoptees return to land of birth

Some want to improve things; some want to reunite with their families. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE

Dance competition at Holiday Inn to benefit Tod Children's Hospital

BOARDMAN -- A friendly dance competition will be held Friday at the Holiday Inn-Boardman in an

School board vote is unanimous: district to leave insurance consortium

The district could still decide to stay in the consortium. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF

"The focus has got to be on FEMA, what the people are trying to do down there."

"The focus has got to be on FEMA, what the people are trying to do down there." Former FEMA

HOWLAND Appeals court orders trial in school lawsuit

The suit was filed by the parents of a seriously injured student athlete. By ED RUNYAN

The policy committee of the Recycling Division of Mahoning County handled these items Tuesday:

SECOND QUARTER Kroger boasts profits increase by 38 percent

The chain matched Wall Street's consensus target. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Kroger Co., the nation's

ON TOUR | This week's pro golf events

PGA TOUR 84 Lumber Classic Farmington, Pa. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course: Nemacolin Woodlands

MICHIGAN Man finds brother's ashes that were lost for 58 years

The infant brother's remains had been left at the funeral home. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- After

CITY DEVELOPMENT Official encourages long-range planning

Leaders want to ensure that the city's infrastructure can support growth. By BOB JACKSON

Wedding planned by Erin Keating, Joseph Hannaford

XCANFIELD -- Michael and Mary Jane Keating, 170 Queens Lane, are announcing the engagement and

Champion girls blank Liberty; Poland beats Salem

Warren JFK and Beaver Local tied in a boys match. CHAMPION -- Brittany Bako and Brittany Skeels

Many local groups and organizations have initiated relief efforts to benefit victims of Hurricane Katrina. Among them are:

Many local groups and organizations have initiated relief efforts to benefit victims of Hurricane

Youngstown cops investigate shooting

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating a shooting that sent Dennis Hubbert, 23, of Delaware Avenue

NEW MIDDLETOWN Clerk/treasurer status to change

Flitcraft is moving to a Springfield Township condo. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR

MOHAWK SCHOOLS Dress code pleases educators

Nonteaching employees were given pay increases of about 10 percent over three years. By LAURA

HOW THEY SEE IT Expand Medicare program to all Americans

Opinion: By JACOB S. HACKER and HAROLD POLLACK LOS ANGELES TIMES Defenders of Medicaid, the health

VIENNA Property values are main issue

A proposed mobile home park expansion would violate the new regulations. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR

LORDSTOWN Village prepares for apple cider festival

Food, crafts, rides and homemade cider will be featured at the festival. LORDSTOWN -- The village

Roberts promises to keep 'open mind'

The Senate Judiciary Committee is deeply divided. CHICAGO TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Pledging to

COLLEGE FOOTBALL 'Chase Freddie' drill used by Penn State to prep for CMU's QB

Coach Joe Paterno wants his Nittany Lions to be ready for Kent Smith. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --

YSU alumni to host floating tailgate

YOUNGSTOWN -- It could be the largest football game floating tailgate party in history. The

Howland slips past Canfield, 2-1

The Tigers won it on Erin Gilmour's penalty kick with 2:43 remaining. BY ERIC HAMILTON

Carroll Street man charged in burglary

YOUNGSTOWN -- Donald Kinack, 29, of Carroll Street was arraigned Tuesday in municipal court on an

Deadline nears for ACT registration

Any high school students bound for college can take the ACT college admissions exam Oct. 22, the

SPORTS

SPORTS Tribe maintains wild card lead kCLEVELAND held on to its slim lead in the wild card race

Challenge to mercury laws loses

The EPA rules violate the Clean Air Act, resolution proponents say. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate

East Sider accused of shooting at nephew during argument

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police have charged an East Side man with felonious assault and using a weapon while

Meeting canceled

Meeting canceled Weathersfield Township Board of Zoning Appeals has canceled its regular monthly

Palestinians mark end of occupation

Some took sledgehammers to a synagogue, which Israeli leaders denounced. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Mercer County Tour to highlight rural area

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The 21st annual Mercer County Tour featuring six stops in the Greenville-

CROSS COUNTRY Area's top marks

BOYS 1. Aiman Scullion (Salem)15:39 2. Andy Arnio (Maplewood)16:09 3. Andy Morgan

Remembering the battle of Peleliu

Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY If you visit the Marine Corps War Memorial in

FOOTWEAR Comfortable fitted shoes will prevent sharp pain

Fantabulous looking shoes are often the source of blisters, corns and worse. KNIGHT RIDDER

MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland Village and Boardman Township:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland Village and Boardman Township: POLAND Sept. 9

Bush visits, vows to rebuild

Slowly, businesses are reopening and some ship traffic is returning. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

COLLEGE CUISINE Using your noodle

What would college students do without their favorite hot meal? By EMILY DULCAN KNIGHT RIDDER

FLIGHT 93 MEMORIAL Rep. asks Interior office to reconsider design

Some people could think it honors the hijackers, Tom Tancredo said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A Colorado

BOARDMAN Over $1M in '06 budget to address flooding

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- About $1.25 million will be reserved in the

U An item in Friday's Vindicator contained an incorrect sentence for Kevin Burkey, 40, of Struthers, who was sentenced to five years in prison on a robbery conviction. The sentence of Judge R. Scott

U An item in Friday's Vindicator contained an incorrect sentence for Kevin Burkey, 40, of Struthers,

Lyell reconsiders

Lyell reconsiders Tired of fighting opponents in their hometown, Niles boxer Billy Lyell has opted

Roberts reveals only vague interpretations

Under pressure, he declined to be more specific. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Judge John Roberts declined to

If we don't go wobbly in Iraq, we'll win

Opinion: By LAWRENCE J. HAAS KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- As the war in Iraq continues and

MAHONING COUNTY Teenager's case sent to juvenile court

By ROGER G. SMITH VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The court process will start over

MAHONING COUNTY JAIL Officials hope study will move cases along

The jail is holding 50 nonsentenced inmates booked before 2005. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR

YSU FOOTBALL

YSU FOOTBALL Players of the week Hill Barth & amp; King Offensive Player of the Game:

Arson investigators seek cause of fatal fire

YOUNGSTOWN -- City arson investigators continue looking for the cause of a fire that killed a man on

h'Idol' winner, finalists end tour with benefit

h'Idol' winner, finalists end tour with benefit SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- "American Idol" winner Carrie

Family takes center stage

The TNT cast does a superb job in this humorous and heartwarming play. By L. CROW VINDICATOR

TRIED TO BE FIT Making the right choice

Jorge Ramon offers these hints to help you find jeans that are right for you: Get a pair of jeans

CANFIELD TOWNSHIP SLAYINGS Woman who drowned twins wants out of group home

The motion says Giancola's treatment team wouldn't oppose the move. By ROGER G. SMITH VINDICATOR

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and has issued new permits.

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications

"BONES" (8 P.M., FOX): A FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGIST (EMILY DESCHANEL) WHO IS SKILLED IN GATHERING EVIDENCE FROM THE BONES OF CRIME VICTIMS IS AT THE CENTER OF THIS NEW DRAMA SERIES. SHE'S OFTEN FORCED TO

"Bones" (8 p.m., Fox): A forensic anthropologist (Emily Deschanel) who is skilled in gathering

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