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College news and notes

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Malone football: Junior wide receiver Josh Settlemire (Howland), who caught


AIMEE PHAN MATT SHEARS

Sunday, August 27, 2006 AIMEE PHAN MATT SHEARS FOREST GROVE, Ore. — Aimee Phan and Dr. Matt


Georgia to face Japanese

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Georgia defeated Beaverton, Ore., 7-3. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) —


Better straight from the tap

Editorial: Cleveland recently struck a blow for its Rust Belt brethren by slam-dunking an over-priced brand of


Shelton revels in busy touring schedule

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The success won't last forever, so he's enjoying it now, the singer says.


Sunday's Best Bets on TV

Sunday, August 27, 2006 "The 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards" (8 p.m., NBC): Maybe the comedic


Holborn Herb Guild members plan tea party at fairgrounds

Sunday, August 27, 2006 CANFIELD — Holborn Herb Guild will hold its third annual Garden Tea


Chandler's FG lifts Browns, 20-17

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Wide receiver Braylon Edwards participated in 16 plays and caught a pass.


KAREN WERBLAN JOSHUA HARTMAN

Sunday, August 27, 2006 KAREN WERBLAN JOSHUA HARTMAN GIRARD — A reception was held July 22 at


'Back-door draft' keeps troops in Iraq, Afghanistan

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Many troops have involuntarily served multiple tours of duty in Iraq.


Boardman trustees wrong in hiring of administrator

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Before Boardman Township trustees turn the community into an even bigger


NASA DELAYS LAUNCH

Sunday, August 27, 2006 NASA delays launch CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA officials decided


Building on a vision for growth

Sunday, August 27, 2006 A Boardman developer has stayed enthusiastic despite 50 years of building.


Evernham celebrates new team

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The attempt to fire Jeremy Mayfield led to an out-of-court settlement.


Fair Admission Rates

Sunday, August 27, 2006 FAIR ADMISSION Costs this year GATE ADMISSIONS WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY,


PUBLISHER WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Aug. 20

Sunday, August 27, 2006 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Judge & Jury" by James Patterson, Andrew Gross


Cutbacks in flights make it tougher to fly

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Until this year, regional airports had seen an increase in passengers.


Moving in at YSU

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Moving in at YSU HUNDREDS of students began moving in to dormitories at


Medical advisory board to offer opinions in autistic boy's death

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The panel will help determine whether it is a criminal matter. PITTSBURGH


Radiation treatment for warts is no longer considered to be safe

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Q. You've had several suggestions about remedies for plantar warts. I had


Big Ten preview

Sunday, August 27, 2006 ILLINOIS Coach: Ron Zook, fifth season overall, second at Illinois (25-23


BRITTNEY THOMPSON LESTER STANFORD JR.

Sunday, August 27, 2006 BRITTNEY THOMPSON LESTER STANFORD JR. LOWELLVILLE — Married at 2:30


Doctrine develops, differing views of Scripture are valid

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Doctrine develops, differing views of Scripture are valid EDITOR: I read


Breeders club to hold horse and pony sale

Sunday, August 27, 2006 CANFIELD — The Mahoning Valley Pony Breeder's Association will hold its


TOENAIL TIPS How to apply yourself

Sunday, August 27, 2006 If you decide to wear fake toenails, here are safety tips from Grace Tallon,


This week's events

Sunday, August 27, 2006 YSU Today — Soccer vs. Northern Michigan, 1 p.m. Thursday —


Buhl Day is about family, community

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Organizers have worked to keep the event a free family day. By LAURE CIOFFI


Will allegations hurt Montgomery Gentry?

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT In case you haven't heard, Troy


Baseball Notices

Sunday, August 27, 2006 BASEBALL BB Rooner Baseball — will conduct tryouts for the fall


Walk-a-thon planned by foundation

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Participants will hike through Boardman Township Park during benefit event.


Fueled, retooled: GreaseCar kit makes for one slick operation

Sunday, August 27, 2006 This New Castle man fuels up at local Chinese restaurants. By ZACH STIPE


Activist's suggestion prompts terror probe

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The Army Corps asked the FBI to look into the activist's remarks. ST. LOUIS


Worshiping athletes satisfies a craving

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By JON HANSON and MICHAEL McCANN PROVIDENCE JOURNAL CAMBRIDGE, Mass.


Prep Agate

Sunday, August 27, 2006 FOOTBALL SATURDAY'S RESULTS SOUTHERN 45, EAST PALESTINE 22


Tribal chiefs support official's plan

Sunday, August 27, 2006 All prisoners have been removed from Abu Ghraib prison, officials said.


Mill Creek Metroparks| September calendar

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Activities planned for September at Mill Creek MetroParks facilities: Sept.


PART 11: Epilogue, family reunion

Sunday, August 27, 2006 More than 100 journalists, including interpreters and assistants, have died


2005-06 Marquee Awards Winners

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Best performance by female juvenile in a musical: Amber Ardolino as Violet


Doug Datish is at center of Buckeyes' attention

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The lineman from Howland anchors Ohio State's offensive front. By JOE


State Assessment | Pennsylvania

Sunday, August 27, 2006 ELLWOOD CITY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Math Grade Three: 82 percent Grade


Area Golf Scores

Sunday, August 27, 2006 MEN Mobile Company (Pine Lakes) — Low gross: Dave Majors, Bob


Headliners, hippies, Homer mark history of event

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The Canfield Fair marks its 160th year this week — and what a ride it's


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Tussle in Texas is Bucks' focus

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Troy Smith and company are expecting big things in 2006. COLUMBUS (AP)


Angels pummel Yanks, 12-7

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The East Division leaders have lost four of their past five games.


No guarantee levees will hold, official says

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The public is keeping an eye on Tropical Storm Ernesto. NEW ORLEANS (AP)


Will nomination move Griffin from the D-list?

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The comedian says she won't hang out with the stars too much. NEW YORK (AP)


National Football League

Sunday, August 27, 2006 NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESEASON AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA


Former Pirates prospect supported by Mountaineers

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Astros catcher J.R. House was once prized in Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP)


4-H Court

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Nominated for Mahoning County 4-H King and Queen are Nicolette Dutken, 18,


Gulf Coast possibly in path of growing storm

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The storm is predicted to reach Category 3 hurricane status. MCCLATCHY


Rebels score seven times in win

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Ursuline won for the first time in three tries. NEW WATERFORD — Aaron


Local Sports Digest

Sunday, August 27, 2006 YSU Volleyball DAYTON — Youngstown State defeated Southern Illinois,


As rapists' parole nears, victim learns self-defense

Sunday, August 27, 2006 At least one rapist is expected to return to the area where the crimes


Both local teams exit from Series

Sunday, August 27, 2006 After getting off to a good start, Youngstown's 14-year-olds lost to Citrus


Sunday, August 27, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New

Sunday, August 27, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New


Agassi gets ready for career's final chapter

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The 36-year-old will retire after this year's tournament. NEW YORK (AP)


Israel wants Muslim troops in Lebanon

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Israeli officials have already spoken to Turkey. JERUSALEM (AP) — The


DeVincent 50th celebrated at surprise party

BOARDMAN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeVincent of Boardman was celebrated


Fair Schedule

Sunday, August 27, 2006 A rundown of some of the events scheduled for the Canfield Fair, which


Today is Sunday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2006. There are 126 days left in the year....

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Today is Sunday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2006. There are 126 days left in


Defendants suing state over court costs

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Billing for each violation is illegal, the lawsuit claims. CLEVELAND (AP)


As U.N. deadline nears, Iran expands program

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Iran appears to be counting on Russia and China to block sanctions.


MVP Wade happy coming off bench

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Dwyane Wade felt early on he was more of a benefit to the team as a sub.


Grandma likes to give gifts

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Q. Should I stop my mom from giving my three preschool kids presents every


Slow growth benefits company

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Other companies have tried to grow quickly and have been forced to cut back.


Townsend propels Warren JFK's romp

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The Eagles quarterback participated in three touchdowns in a 42-0 rout. By


Area Golf Calendar

Sunday, August 27, 2006 AUGUST TODAY — Bronzwood Wednesday Night Ladies 3-lady scramble at


Fugitive of the Week

Sunday, August 27, 2006 FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Derrick Page The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes


WNBA ROUNDUP \ Saturday's playoff game

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Sun 77, Shock 68 UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Katie Douglas, playing with a


HR record award is presented

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Lloyd McClendon received a plaque. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) —


Doug Datish: At a glance

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Personal: Datish graduated last winter with a bachelor's degree in history


Couple travels more than 7,000 miles

Sunday, August 27, 2006 HURON, Ohio (AP) — A northern Ohio couple has been through Canada, to


Scrappers Stats

Sunday, August 27, 2006 TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Staten Island213733158627283.274


TIFFANY SCHIMPF MICHAEL BURKETT

TIFFANY SCHIMPF MICHAEL BURKETT YOUNGSTOWN -- Tiffany Lynn Schimpf, a daughter of George and


Jeep hookup

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Mike Fitzmaurice of Pittsburgh hooks up a contestant's Jeep, top, which


MELISSA PATRICK CHARLES GIALLOMBARDO

MELISSA PATRICK CHARLES GIALLOMBARDO BOARDMAN -- The wedding of Melissa Jean Patrick and Charles


Imposing Bernardini crushes Bluegrass Cat

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The 3-year-old Preakness champion won by 71/2 lengths. SARATOGA SPRINGS,


When gasoline is hot at pumps, consumers lose in pocketbooks

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Gas is often sold much hotter than a government standard of 60 degrees.


Astros' Pettitte deal Pirates another loss

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Willie Taveras extended his hitting streak to 29 games. PITTSBURGH (AP)


Man charged with robbing acquaintance

Sunday, August 27, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — Police said a 29-year-old Whitney Avenue woman was


Foreigner, Frampton concert to close fair

Sunday, August 27, 2006 THE VINDICATOR Foreigner, whose eponymously named 1977 debut album sold 4


City man faces weapon and drug charges

Sunday, August 27, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — Police charged Theodore V. Burke, 23, of Southern


Y'town should profile criminals

Sunday, August 27, 2006 When hundreds of people are forced to run for the exits because a gunman not


Cramps to Card, Bennett's home run part of win

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Dontrelle Willis pitched seven innings to help Florida win its sixth


Candy store a treat for both owner and kids

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The owner admits that she got a lot of children's lunch money. KENTON, Ohio


College-bound students need guidance

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By Dr. PETER CRESSY SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR As a former university


Girard opens season with pair of victories

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The Indians beat Boardman and Canfield. BOARDMAN — The Girard High


Are you ready for some football? Really ready?

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By JOHN M. CRISP SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Football is an excellent


Western theme chosen for cancer society ball

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Proceeds will be used for projects working toward the elimination of cancer.


92-year-old explains faith in simple terms

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Gramma explains the story in a question-and-answer format. By THOMAS J.


Indians giving Tigers the business

Sunday, August 27, 2006 For the first time since July 19, the Tigers are fewer than five games up on


Steady play is key for Cink

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Tiger Woods went from a two-shot lead to five shots behind in a span of six


Area soldiers to head to Iraq

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The soldiers are training to be fuel truck drivers. By LAURE CIOFFI


ALLICIA CROWLEY MICKEY HOWELL

ALLICIA CROWLEY MICKEY HOWELL BOARDMAN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged during a 3 p.m. ceremony


Fakes favored as toe enhancements

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Only your toes will know for sure that you are wearing fake nails. By FAYE


Girardi's job is in jeopardy

Sunday, August 27, 2006 MIAMI (AP) — Florida Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria offered a curt


Penguins are Rock-ready

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State


AUG. 21

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Aug. 21 LOWELLVILLE ROD & GUN CLUB567 - 3404 MAHONING SPORTSMAN ASSN.557


COLLEEN CAMPBELL CORBIN GREGORINO

COLLEEN CAMPBELL CORBIN GREGORINO STRUTHERS -- Aruba was the honeymoon destination of Corbin Brian


New York-Penn League standings

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3229.525— Scrappers


Selected Stocks

Sunday, August 27, 2006 STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .43, 22.40 22.41 Avalon


JENNIFER LAWRENCE ADAM HECKMAN

Sunday, August 27, 2006 JENNIFER LAWRENCE ADAM HECKMAN CORTLAND — The Rev. Carl Kish


Bodnar 25th anniversary is observed at recent outdoor family gathering

Sunday, August 27, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — The home of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bodnar, 404 Bon Air Ave.,


JODI HAEFKE BRIAN KLEM

Sunday, August 27, 2006 JODI HAEFKE BRIAN KLEM CANFIELD — The Rev. Chris Jarrett officiated as


Record Reviews

Sunday, August 27, 2006 'IDLEWILD' Outkast (LaFace) Grade: B Let the break-up rumors persist if


TRICIA MARINELLI SCOTT LIPINSKY

Sunday, August 27, 2006 TRICIA MARINELLI SCOTT LIPINSKY AUSTINTOWN — The exchange of nuptial


We are what we EAT The decisions we make every day can affect the lives of people...

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By JEREMY IGGERS MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS WHAT DOES YOUR SHOPPING CART SAY


College Football Schedules

Sunday, August 27, 2006 GATEWAY YOUNGSTOWN STATE Aug. 31 — Slippery Rock, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9


Teen gets probation for crashing car into library

Sunday, August 27, 2006 A librarian who was injured wanted the boy to spend time in a detention


Farrell works to raise pupils' poor test scores

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The state wants all pupils to be 100-percent proficient by 2014. By LAURE


Little League World Series

Sunday, August 27, 2006 LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES At South Williamsport, Pa. All Times EDT


'Jekyll' creeps away with a record

Sunday, August 27, 2006 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' also won big, with six awards. SPECIAL TO


PGA Tour-Bridgestone Invitational

Sunday, August 27, 2006 PGA TOUR-BRIDGESTONE INVITATIONAL Saturday At Firestone CC (South Course)


Puckett sets mark in victory

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Nick Puckett ran for 306 yards and four touchdowns for Southern. By JOHN


Lernerville Speedway

Sunday, August 27, 2006 LERNERVILLE SPEEDWAY SATURDAY'S RESULTS Spring feature Scott Bonnell,


Vikings release troubled receiver

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Koren Robinson's arrest for drunken driving was a factor in the cut.


Americans respond to story

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Here's what readers across the country had to say about Jill Carroll's


Ex-captive answers readers' questions

Sunday, August 27, 2006 After Jill Carroll was released, the Monitor invited readers to send in


Cartoons beat out Mom

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Cartoons beat out Mom Watching TV cartoons works better than Mom's soothing


Football at Ohio State has support

Sunday, August 27, 2006 This spring, Canton and Massillon had their contracts extended through 2009.


Bardot bites back at law

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Bardot bites back at law GENEVA — Brigitte Bardot has condemned a new


Lotto Scores

Sunday, August 27, 2006 OHIO Friday 8/25 Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-9-5 Pick 4, 5-4-8-0 Rolling


Sunday, August 27, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Minnesota43876421262114611.287

Sunday, August 27, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Minnesota43876421262114611.287


JULIE PLAYFORTH GAREE MCCULLY

JULIE PLAYFORTH GAREE MCCULLY BOARDMAN -- Julie Playforth, a daughter of Bill Playforth and Cyndee


Directors hire central office administrator

Sunday, August 27, 2006 NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Wilmington School District directors have


Wedding guests should be aware of dress code

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The focus at any wedding should be on the bride. ASSOCIATED PRESS Rules


Suspect arrested in man's slaying

Sunday, August 27, 2006 The victim twice identified the man who shot him, police said. By HAROLD


Bottom of world

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By BRIAN WITTE ASSOCIATED PRESS BROWN BLUFF, Antarctica — Stepping


Beach Boys lead singer got short shrift

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Love co-wrote the group's biggest and most memorable hits. By JOHN BENSON


One critic picks who should win Emmys — and why they should

Sunday, August 27, 2006 This round of Emmy nominations has proved to be a bit controversial. By


Women's Nba Playoffs

Sunday, August 27, 2006 WOMEN'S NBA PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-3) EASTERN CONFERENCE


The schedule | Buhl Day activities

Sunday, August 27, 2006 SATURDAY 8 a.m. — 45 & Over Golf Tournament at Buhl Land Golf Course;


Morelli inherits hot seat, attention

Sunday, August 27, 2006 He's replacing Michael Robinson as the Nittany Lions quarterback. STATE


Most tourists respect ruins

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Tour operators revere the Antarctic and want to protect it from harm. By


JULI GLOBECK ERIC FOUST

Sunday, August 27, 2006 JULI GLOBECK ERIC FOUST CAMPBELL — Riviera Maya, Mexico, was the


Vow to provide tutoring proves difficult to keep

Sunday, August 27, 2006 There's also no firm data to show whether the tutoring is helping.


Best food is grown near home

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Little things add up to create an underlying truth. If you buy locally, you


Penza jubilee is celebrated during recent trip

GIRARD -- Mr. and Mrs. Naldo Penza of Girard celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 8 by


Today on TV and Radio

Sunday, August 27, 2006 TODAY 7:30 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Formula One Turkish Gran Prix


Lawrence County Head Start opens two new programs

Sunday, August 27, 2006 By LAURA MILOSER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The


U.S. provided nuke reactor and uranium

Sunday, August 27, 2006 America gave Iran the facility as a means to prop up the pro-U.S. shah.


Video Game Reviews

Sunday, August 27, 2006 'DEAD RISING' (Capcom) for Xbox 360 Genre: Adventure; Rating: M Grade: B


Officials looking for tax panel volunteers

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Voters can decide how far tax reform should go in the May 2007 primary. NEW


College bound, with iPod

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Many students stocked their rooms with armloads of electronic gear. By


50 years ago, Elvis shook things up

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Millions tuned in to see Presley perform and make music history. MEMPHIS,


A costly question about Cowher

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Just think about it. What would be the dollar-worth of Bill Cowher should he


Mountaineer Results

Sunday, August 27, 2006 MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Manhandler (Parker)10.605.202.40


More office spoofs surface

Sunday, August 27, 2006 Making a video at the workplace can be a touchy subject. LONG ISLAND


Regional Business Digest

Sunday, August 27, 2006 REGION North Lima's Rita's Ices features Italian treats NORTH LIMA —