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Enzyme helps cancel effects of Alzheimer's
Friday, August 25, 2006 Tests were conducted with mice and with brain slices. SCRIPPS HOWARD
Man with T-shirt over his face robs Subway
Friday, August 25, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — A suspect who showed a handgun to two employees at the
Edwards' recovery, return is camp highlight
Friday, August 25, 2006 The biggest surprise was fifth-round pick Jerome Harrison. BEREA (AP)
Teacher who had sex with boy interviewed
Friday, August 25, 2006 TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Debra Lafave, the former middle-school teacher who
24-year-old wants out of dead-end marriage
Friday, August 25, 2006 Dear Annie: I am 24 years old and have been married for five years to a man
Rockets outscore YCS, 9-7; for 1st win
South Range's boys edged Campbell, 3-2. MECCA -- Youngstown Christian's Kara Cooper had the game's
Buckeye faithful don't get excited about YSU
Friday, August 25, 2006 The Penguins will receive $1.7 million for two trips to the 'Shoe. COLUMBUS
Stock Listing of Local Interest
Friday, August 25, 2006 STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .43, 21.87 23.09 Avalon
Quinn dealership, GMAC reach a deal
Friday, August 25, 2006 LISBON — Quinn Chevrolet Buick expects to have all its vehicles back on
Friday, August 25, 2006 FOOTBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA Fitch 26, Chaney 13 Canfield 23, Rayen 8
Friday, August 25, 2006 FOOTBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA Fitch 26, Chaney 13 Canfield 23, Rayen 8
Show choir to close its outdoor season
STRUTHERS -- The Struthers Community Show Choir, under the direction of Bob Noble, will present its
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Jason and ArdinaMays, Canfield, girl, Aug. 23. Sarah Lehman
Fight Schedule
Friday, August 25, 2006 Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses Aug. 25 At Arco Arena,
NASCAR-Craftsman O'Reilly 200
NASCAR-CRAFTSMAN O'REILLY 200 Wednesday At Bristol, Tenn. Lap length: 106.6 miles, 200 laps
FOOTBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA
FOOTBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA Fitch 26, Chaney 13 Canfield 23, Rayen 8 Howland 21, Ashtabula
Boyd gives new life to Fitch in 26-13 win
Friday, August 25, 2006 The senior came off the bench to score twice against Chaney. By JOE SCALZO
United Way opens '06 campaign with entertainment, speeches
Friday, August 25, 2006 The campaign chairman hopes to exceed the $1.85 million raised in 2005. BY
Charlie Wilson's son has a chance to redeem himself
Friday, August 25, 2006 After the congressional campaign of state Sen. Charlie Wilson failed to get
Youngstown drug dealer gets 4 years in prison
YOUNGSTOWN -- Judge R. Scott Krichbaum of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court sentenced a West Side
National Football League
Friday, August 25, 2006 NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Preseason AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times COMPETING: Army Sgt. Maverick Tunfuli, left, who was injured last year in
Wendt-Cernich wedding to be in Osage, Iowa
Friday, August 25, 2006 Invitations are being issued for the wedding of Ellen Beth Wendt of Mission,
WTA Tour Forest Hills Classic
Friday, August 25, 2006 WTA TOUR FOREST HILLS CLASSIC At New York Surface: Hard-Outdoor Singles
Habitat for Humanity has canceled its groundbreaking for two houses on Plaza Court in Howland scheduled for Saturday.8/26 The events will be held later.
Habitat for Humanity has canceled its groundbreaking for two houses on Plaza Court in Howland
Friday, August 25, 2006 BROWNLEE WOODS Brownlee Woods Seniors will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, August 25, 2006 BROWNLEE WOODS Brownlee Woods Seniors will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A new angle on conservation
Friday, August 25, 2006 By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF MECCA — Attention,
Making Plan B available to women is long overdue
Friday, August 25, 2006 In a rare and welcome departure from allowing politics to overrule medicine,
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events
Friday, August 25, 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Sharpie 500 Bristol, Tenn. Schedule: Today, qualifying
Clothing may attract female NASCAR fans
Friday, August 25, 2006 KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Forget the camis and faded cut offs. NASCAR style
SELECTED STOCKS
Friday, August 25, 2006 STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .46, 21.93 22.45 Avalon
Police charge 12th person in plot to blow up jets
Friday, August 25, 2006 As many as 10 jets were to be blown up in the plot, authorities said.
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Friday, August 25, 2006 Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)3329.532— State College
U.S. reports killing 7 al-Qaida fighters
Friday, August 25, 2006 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A pre-dawn raid by American troops in eastern
Kicking off the 2006 season in Canfield and Austintown
The high school football season is under way in the Mahoning Valley, and Thursday night was a good
LOCAL
Friday, August 25, 2006 LOCAL Scrappers NILES — Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries and the
Atlantis crew members say they are ready for shuttle launch
Friday, August 25, 2006 MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI — The crew of shuttle Atlantis arrived
European Champions League
Friday, August 25, 2006 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FIRST ROUND GROUP A Tuesday, Sept. 12 Levski
Drug force confiscates marijuana, 81 firearms
A marijuana field was spotted during a flyover. NEWTON FALLS -- A preliminary hearing is
First debate set Sept. 5 in Valley
Friday, August 25, 2006 The candidates will answer questions from the local press. By DAVID
Rookie Hamlin enjoys year he predicted
Friday, August 25, 2006 He's eighth in the standings and battling for a spot in the Chase.
School supplies that add a touch of fun
Friday, August 25, 2006 School supplies that add a touch of fun Summer's just about over, and
Howland rallies to beat Ashtabula Lakeside by 11
ASHTABULA -- The Howland High football team fell behind 10-0 in the first quarter, but rallied to
Today is Friday, Aug. 25, the 237th day of 2006. There are 128 days left in the year....
Friday, August 25, 2006 Today is Friday, Aug. 25, the 237th day of 2006. There are 128 days left in
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Yeti Or Not9.203.202.60 Cody My Man (Spieth)2.202.10 Pure
61 tax issues to appear on November ballot
There are fewer tax issues on Valley ballots than last November. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
PGA Tour-Bridgestone Invitational
PGA TOUR-BRIDGESTONE INVITATIONAL At Firestone CC (South Course) Akron, Ohio Purse: $7.5
Cruise to Paramount: I don't need your money
Friday, August 25, 2006 Cruise to Paramount: I don't need your money NEW YORK — In his war of
"It's unthinkable that we would be there alone, and we have been working to strengthen the quantitative and international aspect of the mission in Lebanon."
Opinion: "It's unthinkable that we would be there alone, and we have been working to strengthen the
Edwards earns 'bad boy' label due to tangles and bad temper
He says if he loses his temper it's about passion not petulance. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Carl
On the SidE. . .
Friday, August 25, 2006 ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. PARADE
'Little Miss Sunshine'
'LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE' Grade: A-. Directors: Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris. Rating: R for
Lisbon rallies, topples Leetonia
Friday, August 25, 2006 Dana Rose and Bryan Flory scored on long TD runs to lead the Blue Devils.
Convicted rapist gets a life sentence
Friday, August 25, 2006 The man robbed these children of their childhood and innocence, the judge
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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Royals' loss was bleak of the week
Cleveland's 15-13 victory was a major league shock. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- In baseball's long
Explosions rock bomb recycling plant
Friday, August 25, 2006 DOYLINE, La. (AP) — More than 10 explosions rocked a bomb recycling
Friday, August 25, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 8, ROYALS 4 CLEVELANDKANSAS CITY abrhbiabrhbi
Friday, August 25, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 8, ROYALS 4 CLEVELANDKANSAS CITY abrhbiabrhbi
Rite Aid will buy Eckerd chain
Friday, August 25, 2006 Rite Aid is buying again, six years after nearly filing for bankruptcy.
Attorney general to review finances
CHS' most recent purchase was a hospital system in Waukegan, Ill. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN and DON
Friday, August 25, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHAvg. Mauer Min11041265147.357 Jeter
Friday, August 25, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHAvg. Mauer Min11041265147.357 Jeter
Prosecutorial overreach on Padilla ill serves U.S. interest
Friday, August 25, 2006 Miami Herald: The case against accused "dirty bomber" Jose Padilla was
Warren schools celebrate achievements
Police will enforce the daytime curfew, the schools superintendent said. By AMANDA GARRETT
Friday, August 25, 2006 CLUBS American Hungarian Club, Donald Avenue, Youngstown, will hold a
Friday, August 25, 2006 CLUBS American Hungarian Club, Donald Avenue, Youngstown, will hold a
Grants total $170,800
YOUNGSTOWN -- Beatitude House, sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters to help disadvantaged women and
Grants to buy land for parks
Close to 450 acres will be added to the parks system. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
NEXTEL CUP
Friday, August 25, 2006 NEXTEL CUP schedule Feb. 19 — Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Aug. 19 Theft: A
Raven-Symone takes executive producer role
A new season begins tonight on the Disney Channel LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Cheetah Girls move to a
The woman should have been kept on a leash
Friday, August 25, 2006 Dear Annie: Thirty years ago, my wife, "Alicia," had an affair with a
France to deploy 2,000 soldiers
The European Union president wants troops in southern Lebanon in a week. PARIS (AP) -- President
Business sewer upgrades coming
Friday, August 25, 2006 The sanitary engineer suggested property owners sign a sewer petition. By
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& lt;B & gt;BELL, & lt;/B & gt; Elmer H. Jr., 81, of Lake Milton; calling hours
Position at table matters
Friday, August 25, 2006 People often ask me the question, "How do you play King Jack, off suit?" My
Township native is hired for top job
Friday, August 25, 2006 The new administrator's early goal: Build unity among staff and trustees.
GAME TIME TODAY
GAME TIME Today Who: Scrappers at Batavia Muckdogs When: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)
Seeking to fix business, Ford eyes collaborations
Friday, August 25, 2006 Bill Ford vows to keep investing in the automaker's car models. DETROIT
What's on the ballot
Nonpartisan candidates, issues, questions and options on the Nov. 7 ballot. Thursday was the
British troops prepare for guerrilla warfare
An Iraqi battalion attacked a military outpost. WASHINGTON POST BAGHDAD, Iraq -- British troops
Delage's hitless pitching is sweet
Friday, August 25, 2006 Mahoning Valley took the rubber game against Jamestown. By GREG GULAS
Don't ignore truth about U.S., Mexico
Friday, August 25, 2006 By WILLIAM McKENZIE DALLAS MORNING NEWS CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — If
Litter case gets a Sept. 21 court date
Friday, August 25, 2006 The city's litter control coordinator returns to court next month. By DAVID
Kickoff return big for Panthers
Friday, August 25, 2006 Daunte Culpepper was effective for Miami (1-2), but the Dolphins couldn't
CLUBS
CLUBS American Hungarian Club, Donald Avenue, Youngstown, will hold a business meeting at 7 p.m.
Community unites to deal with trauma
Parents should be honest with their kids without scarring them, a counselor says. By SEAN BARRON
Shootings at homes, school leave 2 dead
Friday, August 25, 2006 The shooter and two others who were wounded were taken to a hospital.
Police will file murder charge
LISBON -- Authorities say they expect they will file a murder charge against an East Liverpool man
Beyard-Possert wedding to be in Ocean City, Md.
Plans for their upcoming marriage are being announced by Megan Beyard, a daughter of Richard and
Cupboard not looking so bare for Ridge
The Rams stunned league-hopeful Lowellville, 31-0. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Police will question suspect about details
Friday, August 25, 2006 BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — After a flight on a state police plane, John Mark
KILLER CAN BE EXECUTED, OHIO SUPREME COURT RULES
Killer can be executed, Ohio Supreme Court rules COLUMBUS -- A religious cult leader convicted of
Pirates deal Astros key loss
Friday, August 25, 2006 Houston is running out of chances to make a playoff run. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Taking over the world
Friday, August 25, 2006 As a businesswoman, Paris knows no limits By JIM FARBER NEW YORK DAILY
Indians go solo, top Royals
Friday, August 25, 2006 Victor Martinez and Ryan Garko homered in the ninth inning of the 8-4 win.
Canfield church seeks housing for young workers
Friday, August 25, 2006 By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN — Western
Managers undergo a shake-up
Friday, August 25, 2006 A resignation has created speculation about who will be the next McDonald's
Business News Digest
Friday, August 25, 2006 REGION 16-cent dividend declared NILES — First Niles Financial
Both vulnerable. West deals.
Both vulnerable. West deals. NORTH 8 2 10 6 K Q J 6 3 A K 5 4 WEST EAST K Q J 5
ROPED AND TIED: Andrea Keister of the ODNR and summer helper Josh Marshall prepare the pallets.
ROPED AND TIED: Andrea Keister of the ODNR and summer helper Josh Marshall prepare the pallets.
Miss Edgington and Mr. Brar announce troth
Friday, August 25, 2006 CANFIELD — Joyce Takako Edgington and Dr. Jasdip Singh Brar, both of
U.S. can't stumble now
Friday, August 25, 2006 The Americans won their group but now comes the medal phase. SAPPORO,
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit applications.
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit applications. NEW
Some ideas for cleaning resin furniture
Friday, August 25, 2006 Dear Heloise: How do you clean resin (plastic) patio furniture? Mine always
Adam Scott carries over his PGA finish
The 26-year-old Australian had a 7-under 63 at Firestone's South course. AKRON (AP) -- Adam Scott
Promotion, new hire approved
The disagreement was over the wages to be paid to the two employees. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
SCOTT LEADS AT FIRESTONE
Scott leads at Firestone Adam Scott has played better than anyone else in his last two rounds. Now
Animal cruelty leads to human cruelty
Friday, August 25, 2006 By ALISA MULLINS PEOPLE FOR THE ETHICAL TREATMENT OF ANIMALS Every time a
Police identify suspect in stadium shooting
Friday, August 25, 2006 Witnesses initially were reluctant to tell authorities what they'd seen. By
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Russell P. Friend, 38, of 21370 Harrisburg-Westerville Road,
Scientists keep an eye on Ernesto
Friday, August 25, 2006 MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI — A tropical depression soon to become
'Survivor' change draws some ire
The reality show 'is no stranger to controversy,' a network statement said. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Miss Totterdale, Mr. Stafford plan Oct. 7 wedding
Friday, August 25, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — Plans for the Oct. 7 wedding of Sarah Totterdale and
Landlords sue over rental property licenses
LISBON -- Members of the East Liverpool Landlords Association Inc. want to eliminate the city's
Dealership's new location is like home
Friday, August 25, 2006 Sales are up for a GM dealership that moved to the outskirts of Mercer. By
Apple Computer recalls 1.8 million Sony batteries
Friday, August 25, 2006 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple Computer Inc. recalled 1.8 million Sony-
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities include a blood...
Friday, August 25, 2006 SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities include
One-time party girl says she was just faking it
LOS ANGELES TIMES LOS ANGELES -- Asked about the constant images of her partying, Paris Hilton was
Canfield capitalizes, 23-8
Friday, August 25, 2006 The Cardinals made the most of Rayen's mistakes and pulled away in the
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Judge issues warrant after mom skips hearing
Friday, August 25, 2006 Judge issues warrant after mom skips hearing YOUNGSTOWN — Municipal
Basketball World Championship
BASKETBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Thursday's Summary U.S. 103, Senegal 58 UNITED STATES
NEW CITIZENS | Naturalization ceremonies Eleven people took the oath of allegiance to...
Friday, August 25, 2006 Bipin Atmaram Patel, Canfield, India. Victor Said El Hachem, Youngstown,
Cutting off jobs will stop influx of illegals
Opinion: By Rep. TOM TANCREDO MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Why do millions of illegal aliens travel a
U.S. must be willing to deal with Iran
Opinion: Last week, someone at a dinner party asked me if I'd heard that Iran was going to destroy Israel on
"Trick My Truck" (8 p.m., CMT): The Chrome Shop Mafia is back for a new round of "Trick My Truck" and they're ready to tackle their biggest project: The "ultimate" tail-gating vehicle. Yes, just in
"Trick My Truck" (8 p.m., CMT): The Chrome Shop Mafia is back for a new round of "Trick My Truck"
Campaign for voter approval kicked off
'Let's Finish What We Started,' is the campaign slogan. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
VFW and auxiliary sponsor competitions
Scholarships and awards are available to students entering the contests. YOUNGSTOWN -- District 8
'Sunshine' offers dark humor, heart
Friday, August 25, 2006 On a weekend trip, each family member undergoes a personal crisis. By
MAJOR LEAGUE ROUNDUP
Friday, August 25, 2006 MAJORLEAGUE ROUNDUP Thursday's Other Games AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 10,
FDA approves nonprescription sales of Plan B pills for women 18 and older
Females 17 and younger will need a doctor's prescription for the pills. PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER
Israel buys more nuclear power
Israel's nuclear weapons are believed buried deep underground. JERUSALEM (AP) -- With the