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TERRORISM Arab TV shows bin Laden with Sept. 11 plotters
On the tape, the al-Qaida leader called on followers to support the hijackers. CAIRO, Egypt (AP)
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FINAL NUMBERS Steelers 28, Dolphins 17
Miami01070--17 Pittsburgh014014--28 Second Quarter Pit--Washington 27 pass from Batch (Reed
Sharapova makes bid in another semifinal
Maria Sharapova will play in her seventh semifinal in the last 10 Grand Slams. NEW YORK (AP) --
No ruling issued in Girard dispute
GIRARD -- A ruling in the financial dispute between Girard Municipal Court and the city was not
Niles should know, there's an alternative to killing cats
Opinion: Niles should know, there's an alternative to killing cats EDITOR: As someone who has implemented
Police settle question of hats
Normally six to 10 police officers sign up to work security at football games. By TIM YOVICH
Panthers looking to snap road jinx
Coach Dave Wannstedt's team (1-0) is playing at Cincinnati (1-0). CINCINNATI (AP) -- Pitt is still
School board, teachers continue negotiations; strike still looms
The core issues are salary and insurance, the superintendent said. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
MVHS ANNIVERSARY Celebrating 131 years
The 131st anniversary of the founding of Mahoning Valley Historical Society on Sept. 10, 1875, will
Best Bet on TV
"Star Trek" (8 p.m., TV Land): Forty years ago today, the very first episode of "Star Trek" was
Man gets 40 years for shooting into house
SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) -- A man who fired a shot into a home that nearly hit a sleeping police officer
Hines Ward's crusade proof of global reach
The Super Bowl MVP is learning more about his South Korean heritage. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Hines Ward
GREAT BRITAIN Prime Minister Blair agrees to resign
LONDON (AP) -- Prime Minister Tony Blair, his reputation in Britain badly damaged by his refusal to
ABC miniseries has facts wrong, ex-Clinton staffers say
Letter writers complained to ABC parent Disney about the program. NEW YORK (AP) -- A miniseries
Gas company to clean up pollution
Soil tests show chemical contaminants caused by oil or gas manufacturing. MARION, Ohio (AP) -- A
Ambulance timing sparks new issue
The city will create a recycling center beside its fire station. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
Court: Rules too hard on small parties
The federal court ruled 2-1. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Ohio's rules for primary elections make it too
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XAmerican Association of University Women, Boardman-Canfield Branch, will meet at 6
ON THE TRACKS \ This weekend's races
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Chevy Rock & amp; Roll 400 Richmond, Va. Schedule: Today, qualifying (TNT,
Spanish Vuelta Results
Spanish Vuelta Results Wednesday 11th Stage A 108-mile leg from Torrelavega 1. Egoi
2008 European Championship Qualifying
2008 European Championship Qualifying At A Glance By The Associated Press EUROPE Top two
CROSS COUNTRY | Area's top times
BOYS 1. Andy Morgan (Maplewood) 16:13, 2. Andy Arnio (Maplewood) 16:13, 3. Patrick Gorby (Salem)
Lawyer set to go to trial on felony perjury charges
Sturgeon could face up to five years in prison on each perjury count. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
St. Elizabeth Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth Family Birthplace Scott and Sharon Cross, Columbiana, boy, Sept. 6. Forum Health
STANDINGS | New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB y-Auburn (Blue Jays)4232.568-- Scrappers (Indians)4036.5263 State
Indians hammer White Sox for 13th win in last 18 games
The White Sox remained one-half game behind Minnesota for the AL wild card. CHICAGO (AP) -- Cliff
Associated Press
Associated Press BRINGING IT ON: In the new movie "The Protector," a young fighter, Kham (Tony
WNBA FINALS
WNBA FINALS (Best-of-5) Detroit vs. Sacramento Aug. 30: Sacramento 95, Detroit 71 Friday,
Israel lifts air blockade of Lebanon after two months
Israel lifts air blockade of Lebanon after two months BEIRUT, Lebanon-- Israel said it lifted its
ELLEN GOODMAN America no longer seen as good guy
Opinion: BOSTON -- The milk carton I open the other morning bears an oddly pedestrian message: Use by 9/11. I
ON THE SIDE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. DEBATE WRAP: Here's a quick
Sewer system request accepted
WARREN -- Another group of property owners has petitioned Trumbull County commissioners for a sewer
Scrappers split with Auburn to end season
Mahoning Valley ended with a 40-36 record. AUBURN, N.Y. -- The Mahoning Valley Scrappers closed
Miller rescues Steelers
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF PITTSBURGH -- Just when it appeared the Miami Dolphins
Man arraigned in Wonder Bakery robbery
YOUNGSTOWN -- The man suspected of wearing a woman's wig, lipstick and eye shadow while using a gun
U.S. Open Results
U.S. OPEN RESULTS At New York Purse: $19.34 million (Grand Slam) Surface: Hard-Outdoor
Bogus $50 bills discovered by businesses
AUSTINTOWN -- Fake $50 bills are cropping up at township businesses. The latest episode was about
Salem, Potters winners in MAC
Cassie Guerrieri scored 18 points to pace Girard, which has won five straight matches. SALEM --
Planning to travel? Keep meds in mind
Dear Readers: Don't let what the doctor ordered go by the wayside when you go on vacation. If you
Fianc & eacute; shows signs of being abusive to mate
Dear Annie: I recently witnessed my fianc & eacute;, "Bob," physically lash out against his
Dog owner pleads innocent
STRUTHERS -- Catherine J. Majetic, the owner of a large dog that killed a neighbor's miniature
Incubator gets more offers of help
The new downtown building is expected to house more than 300 workers. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
BOYS GOLF
BOYS GOLF BOARDMAN 155, MOONEY 162 (Mill Creek, north course) Boardman (8-3) -- Scott Warden
CAL THOMAS Political correctness dies hard in West
Opinion: How does one measure "progress" in a type of war we have never fought before, a war with no rules or
Judge orders saving 2004 election ballots
One charge is that absentee ballots in Republican counties were counted twice. COLUMBUS -- A judge
Blasko, Frangopoulos, Buxman do the damage
By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT STRUTHERS -- Two goals each by Scott Blasko, Kyle Buxman
Three events to mark Ballroom Dancing Week
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown-Warren chapter of USA Dance will host three events next week and Sept.
Weird on the Web
Weird on the Web LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Pjotro is the man with the musical suit. His green and
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2205 Tibbetts-Wick Road,
COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Saturday's games
Carnegie Mellon (1-0) vs. Grove City (0-0) Game time: 1:30 p.m., Robert E. Thorn Field, Grove
SCRAPPERS FINISH WITH SPLIT
Scrappers finish with split Josh Tomlin won his eighth game of the season with six shutout
American Association Playoffs
American Association Playoffs First Round (Best-of-5) Lincoln 3, St. Paul 1 Monday, Aug. 28:
Penguins aim to make Maine feel some pain
Making strides from Game One to Game Two is difficult, but imperative. By PETE MOLLICA
Race to be first
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: The presidential primary season is beginning to feel a lot like the Christmas
NOTEBOOK | Steelers vs. Dolphins
Tough ticket: Thursday's attendance of 64,927 was the third highest in Pittsburgh history. Hubbard
MOVIE REVIEW Poorly plotted 'Protector' is weak action adventure
The movie's opening features a cameo by Jackie Chan. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL You'd
Carnival worker faces rape charge
The fair's temporary police force consisted of about 200 officers. CANFIELD -- An East Liverpool
Moran-Palmer troth announced, wedding planned
XPOLAND -- Announced by Jim and Kathy Moran of Poland is the engagement of their daughter, Maggie
PGA Tour Canadian Open
PGA TOUR CANADIAN OPEN At Ancaster, Ontario Purse: $5 million Jim Furyk32-31--63 Justin
Mercer County makes payment on loan debt
MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County has made another payment on the debt owed by Woodland Place, bringing
IRAQ Part of military control goes to Shiite rulers
Nine other Iraqi divisions remain under U.S. control. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- U.S.-led forces turned
Caregiver gets prison for theft from woman
WARREN -- A 50-year-old city woman has been sentenced to two years in prison for stealing $86,396
New TiVo services target fantasy football
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- A new TiVo Inc. service that was to debut Thursday will let some fantasy
Brookfield Township trustees will have a special meeting at 5:30 today at 6844 Strimbu Drive to review the township's sexually oriented business policy and hire a new assistant fire chief.
Brookfield Township trustees will have a special meeting at 5:30 today at 6844 Strimbu Drive to
Furyk and Rose card record-low 63s
At the European Masters, Michelle Wie is facing another missed cut playing against men. ASSOCIATED
DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics The debate: What didn't get on TV was more exciting
Opinion: The gubernatorial debate between Democrat Ted Strickland and Republican J. Kenneth Blackwell had its
Ohio State in night games
OHIO STATE IN NIGHT GAMES 2005 at Fiesta Bowl vs. Notre Dame, W 34-20 at Penn State, L 17-10
Official disputes claims
The FBI said it had not been contacted by the brother of the slain man. By D.A. WILKINSON
Kahne tries one more time
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Kasey Kahne has been on the Chase for the championship bubble before --
YSU's population increase will help to boost budget
Rising enrollment numbers could translate into a budget windfall. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Paris Hilton faces drunken driving charge
Paris Hilton faces drunken driving charge LOS ANGELES -- Paris Hilton was arrested early Thursday
Roads closing for contest
Roads closing for contest YOUNGSTOWN -- The following drives in Mill Creek MetroParks will be
Owner critical of dog warden
The owner of a dog that killed a neighbor's dog faced charges. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR
City, YSU officials note success of plan, discuss what to do next
About 400 of YSU's 13,000 students live off campus in downtown housing. By NANCY TULLIS
Major League Soccer
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Saturday's Games Chicago at Columbus, 6 p.m. Real Salt Lake at D.C.
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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ANDRES OPPENHEIMER Mexico is likely to remain stable
Opinion: Contrary to forecasts that Mexico's President-elect Felipe Calderon will not be able to rule
"I think history will show him to be the worst president since Ulysses S. Grant. He's been an
Opinion: "I think history will show him to be the worst president since Ulysses S. Grant. He's been an
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Verlen E. Norman, 68, of 4831 Westchester Ave. #212,
Smith, Ginn not rivals for Heisman
The Ohio State standouts say they have the same team goals, not trophy-itis. COLUMBUS (AP) -- It's
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA Sept. 8 1957 -- Australia's Malcolm Anderson defeats
'THE PROTECTOR'
'THE PROTECTOR' Grade: D. Director: Prachya Pinkaew. Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes. Rating: R
Squalid house of cats affected neighbors
Photos of the rescued cats will appear on ohiospca.org. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
Estate of local man sues airline
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS LEXINGTON, Ky. -- A third lawsuit was filed against Comair over the Aug. 27
Valley leadership group sees biggest class
The largest class in the history of Leadership Mahoning Valley was introduced today at the Holiday
Girard court gets partial victory in appeal
A magistrate ruled that the court should receive additional funding, but not as much as requested.
Report will examine prewar-intelligence role and WMD appraisals
Were questionable motives behind some of the intelligence? WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate
GENEVA-ON-THE-LAKE Erieview Park is closing; area will be redeveloped
The park's manager said the owners are considering options. GENEVA-ON-THE-LAKE -- Erie-view Park,
BASEBALL
BASEBALL National League CINCINNATI REDDS--Announced LHP Michael Gosling has cleared waivers and
Kanotz provides the offense as Canfield stays undefeated
The Cardinals blanked Niles, 2-0, for their fifth straight win. CANFIELD -- John Kanotz provided
MLB ROUNDUP \ Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 7, Twins 2 MINNEAPOLIS -- Justin Verlander gave up one run in seven
Ex-boyfriend jailed in burglary
BOARDMAN -- An Erie Street man was in the Mahoning County jail, accused of breaking into his former
Panel: More study needed on fillings
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Government health advisers rejected a federal report that concluded dental
Ex-band director charged in sexual battery
SALEM -- The former Salem High School band director was charged with sexual battery after he was
Duffy's homers carry Pirates
His second shot leading off the ninth led to the Bucs' 7-5 win over the Cubs. CHICAGO (AP) -- One
$2M will expand incubator
The incubator plans to build a new home for two of its success stories. By DON SHILLING
BOYS GOLF FITCH 168, JACKSON-MILTON 181, LEETONIA 203
BOYS GOLF FITCH 168, JACKSON-MILTON 181, LEETONIA 203 (At Lakeside) Fitch -- Ben Infante 39,
Kajut-Trimboli wedding date will be Oct. 7
XAnnounced by Richard Kajut, 7398 Eisenhower Drive, Boardman, and Cathy Kajut, 455 N. Main St.,
Flap in Mahoning County must be resolved quickly
Editorial: With the November general election less than two months away, recent stories in The Vindicator
THE CHASE Saturday's race crucial for Burton
He is ranked No. 10 in his bid to make the 10-race Chase for the championship. By MIKE HARRIS AP
COLUMBIANA STREET FAIR
COLUMBIANA STREET FAIR The Vindicator/William D. Lewis 120 years and counting Visitors to the
Marion Jones can now put claims behind her
Jones had tested positive for EPO on her "A" sample June 23. By BOB BAUM AP SPORTS WRITER
Suit on dead worker's behalf names Warren
WARREN -- A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a former Warren Water Pollution and Control worker
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AFGHANISTAN NATO leader reports need for more troops
More troops would help end the conflict sooner, the general said. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) --
Bone pieces turn up in foster child case
The evidence corroborates the story of a witness. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Bone fragments found near a
Weekly Ohio fishing report
Weekly Ohio fishing report COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The weekly fishing report provided by the
CEDAR POINT Wild ride set for 2007
It will take two and a half minutes to complete the Maverick roller coaster ride. STAFF AND WIRE
Site creates community base on musical tastes
Site creates community base on musical tastes For many people, music is more than just something
Apartment complex will open to serve needs of the mentally ill
The new facility is named after a Warren man who took his life. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
Federer struggles past Blake to tie record
Roger Federer advanced to a record-tying 10th consecutive Grand Slam semifinal. NEW YORK (AP) --
Precautions to delay repaving
Consultants are examining the Lowellville and Stymie road section. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Wedding planned by Miss Hartman and Mr. Wilcox
XLEAVITTSBURG -- David and Susan Hartman, 407 Elvina St., are announcing the engagement of their
Ouzounian runs for county commissioner
YOUNGSTOWN -- Richard Ouzounian, best known for urging Hollywood producers to use Mahoning Valley
Facebook now facing controversy
How much help do people need to find out personal information? WASHINGTON POST Denizens of one
The case of a teenage girl's stabbing death goes before the grand jury Tuesday.
The case of a teenage girl's stabbing death goes before the grand jury Tuesday. By TIM YOVICH
Grand jury indicts 2 men in summer arson cases
A second man was indicted in the Williamson Avenue blazes. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning County grand
Sweep nets 53 pot plants in Middleton
EAST PALESTINE -- Law enforcement agencies conducted a marijuana eradication sweep Thursday with the
Motorcycle run will benefit animal shelter
CANFIELD -- Angels for Animals shelter will have a motorcycle run Sunday. The event begins at
PRIME MINISTER BLAIR | Highlights of tenure
Here are some key moments in Tony Blair's years as prime minister: May 1, 1997: Blair's Labour
Today is Friday, Sept. 8, the 251st day of 2006. There are 114 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, Sept. 8, the 251st day of 2006. There are 114 days left in the year. On this date
Regret may be the fallout from trading Faine to N.O.
BEREA (AP) -- When it became obvious to Jeff Faine that the Cleveland Browns no longer wanted him,
Director is hired for dispatch center
One commissioner wants the director to add departments to the center. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
LINEUPS \ YSU vs. Maine
YSU OFFENSE RT -- (68) Pat Walker (6-5, 290, Sr.); (71) Erik Claxon (6-7, 340, Sr.) RG -- (67)
Two-way Thomas aids the Irish
Travis Thomas is the starting weak-side linebacker and reserve tailback. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) --