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Canada geese making a mess
Canada geese making a mess STRUTHERS — The traffic delays, honking and that odor, not from cars,
Turning Technologies rated fastest-growing
Turning Technologies rated fastest-growing YOUNGSTOWN — Turning Technologies, a leading provider
Girard schools start tech, math and science programs
Girard schools start tech, math and science programs GIRARD — School officials here are addressing
Abatement secures 112 jobs at extrusion plant
Abatement secures 112 jobs at extrusion plant YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners
Man sentenced for 2006 carjacking
Man sentenced for 2006 carjacking YOUNGSTOWN — A man with previous murder and robbery convictions
Attorney General opens Youngstown office
YOUNGSTOWN — During his successful campaign last year for attorney general, Marc Dann said his
YSU looks at campus alert method
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is looking into instituting a text messaging system that
Youngstown and state programs can help small businesses.
YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray and Youngstown city officials say they plan to
Teens managing finances
YOUNGSTOWN — A nationwide survey reported only 57 percent of young adults who are entering college
Woman arrested for Family Dollar robbery
BOARDMAN — Police arrested a 34-year-old Youngstown woman on a robbery charge. About 12:30 p.m.
Mayor and park commission exchange heated words
YOUNGSTOWN — There’s a war of words between Mayor Jay Williams, who wants an overhaul of the park
Pair nabbed in purse snatching
BOARDMAN — Police and members of the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force arrested two people in connection
Man held in shooting of his brother
YOUNGSTOWN – A Youngstown man accused of seriously wounding his brother complained to a judge
Bike used as assault weapon
WARREN—A 37 year-old man told police was assaulted with a bike. He said he was on his front porch
St. E’s leads in organ donations
YOUNGSTOWN — Dan Gromada Jr., 19, died in a motorcycle accident — but his organs saved the lives of
Columbiana cyclist killed
HANOVERTON – A 20-year-old motorcyclist died Wednesday night when his cycle crashed into a fence
DUI checkpoints announced in Trumbull County
The Trumbull Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force will operate two roadblocks to check for
READY TO PLAY: Kool and the Gang is, from left, Dennis Thomas, George Brown, Robert Bell and Ronald
READY TO PLAY: Kool and the Gang is, from left, Dennis Thomas, George Brown, Robert Bell and Ronald
IF YOU GO
Who: Grand Fury with Valley of Kings and Loxlies Grove. When: 11 p.m. Friday. Where: Cedars
Fed’s efforts boost sales on stock market
Reports of business deals heartened investors. NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks jumped Wednesday as
GM reduces production at 6 SUV, pickup plants
Scheduled overtime has been eliminated. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. said Wednesday it has
Foreclosures surged 32% in July in Pa.
Ohio was one of three states with the most foreclosure filings in July. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Struthers’ Danielle Lyn gives it her all for career
Her family told her to give her career her all or go back to school. Fledgling singer-
Crash test videos put emphasis on safety
Several Internet sites offer car crash videos. WASHINGTON (AP) — Car shopping? Maybe you should go
‘MR. BEAN’S HOLIDAY’
‘MR. BEAN’S HOLIDAY’ Grade: C Director: Steve Bendelack Running time: 1 hour, 21 minutes
‘RESURRECTING THE CHAMP’
‘RESURRECTING THE CHAMP’ Grade: B Director: Rod Lurie Rated: PG-13 for some violence and brief
Renault SA pins hopes on Laguna
PARIS (AP) — Renault SA is counting on the success of its new Laguna upscale sedan to help turn
Bangles fight image as 1980s girl band
The band has been back together for nearly a decade and continues to tour. Considering the
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Rodney Carrington coming to Stambaugh
Rodney Carrington coming to Stambaugh YOUNGSTOWN — Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday for
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown. Clothing and food
Written by local man, ‘Unfaithful’ to debut
Though the play has a Christian theme, the playwright says it doesn’t preach. Youngstown area
Long-awaited report on Iraq must not be tainted by pols
Although Gen. David Petraeus, commander of U.S. troops in Iraq, and Ambassador Ryan Crocker have not
A dinner-show featuring singer Nick Costa and Bill Pirie begins at 7:30 (dinner precedes the show)
A dinner-show featuring singer Nick Costa and Bill Pirie begins at 7:30 (dinner precedes the show)
KOOL & THE GANG alive & well
Robert ‘Kool’ Bell remembers learning to play bongos with paint cans. When Kool & The Gang co-
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ricky L. Jackson, 43, of 2230 Upland Ave., Youngstown, and
“Blog Cabin” (9 p.m., DIY): You can build a real house from the comfort of your own
“Blog Cabin” (9 p.m., DIY): You can build a real house from the comfort of your own home, with mouse
Housing slump cuts off 58,000 jobs
Mortgage lending institutions and construction companies are suffering the most. CHARLOTTE, N.C.
AT STAMBAUGH: Cast members in David Anthony’s “Un-Faithful” are (rear, from left)
AT STAMBAUGH: Cast members in David Anthony’s “Un-Faithful” are (rear, from left) Radhika Cruz,
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Dr. Michael K. and Dr. Angela Roberts, Warren, boy, Aug. 21.
Chery rolls out 1 millionth car
BEIJING (AP) — Chery, China’s biggest automaker, said Wednesday it had produced its 1 millionth car,
Grand Fury rages with ‘wild abandon’
One of the band members says the group is a bit old school. Red. Yellow. Green. Go. With a
Man sentenced for 2 crimes
The defendant was jailed for more than two years before he pleaded guilty. YOUNGSTOWN — A 23-year-
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
NOTES FROM EASTWOOD FIELD
CHiP CHiP Hooray: Actor Erik Estrada, who gained fame in the 1970s with his role as Ponch in the TV
Bettis says he pulled wool over team’s eyes
The former running back faked an injury during training camp in 2000. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jerome
Trumbull commissioners reorganize department
The workers are concerned that a delay in raising rates could mean layoffs. WARREN — Trumbull
Miss Micheline, Mr. Reder plan autumn wedding
XHUBBARD — Stephen and Annette Micheline, 499 E. Liberty St., are announcing the engagement of their
Iraq fails to provide basic security, services
Next month, Gen. David Petraeus, commander of U.S. forces in Iraq, and Ambassador Ryan Crocker will
Good news on AIDS front
Seattle Times: This week, the international brain trust behind the search for the elusive HIV/AIDS
Scientific study: Foods won’t sub as AIDS medicine
South Africa’s health minister insists that AIDS can be treated with certain foods. CAPE TOWN,
A skill-based machine is one that rewards merchandise or vouchers redeemable for merchandise prizes,
A skill-based machine is one that rewards merchandise or vouchers redeemable for merchandise prizes,
Bummer at the ballpark
NILES — Ouch! That about sums up the feeling expressed by the 2,266 fans in attendance Wednesday
College apologizes over plan to buy hotel
COLUMBUS (AP) — The University of Akron has apologized to state lawmakers who approved the school’s
‘HSM 2’ is a ratings monster
Told you this would be big. That peppy little monster, “High School Musical 2,” exploded in the
NFL ROUNDUP
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes Patriots: It’s a boy for Bridget Moynahan and New England Patriots’
hHamas rally
hHamas rally A masked Palestinian boy gestures during a Hamas rally calling for the release of
Undecided on what game to take in on opening weekend? The good news is, the games are spread out
Undecided on what game to take in on opening weekend? The good news is, the games are spread out
Penguins’ kicking game takes step forward in scrimmage
Junior kicker Brian Palmer was perfect in eight kicks including a 52-yarder. YOUNGSTOWN —
Terrorism appeals court gets off to constitutionally shaky start
Experts disagree as to the seriousness of the system’s problems. WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s
FOOTBALL COACHES New faces in 2007
Chaney: John Protopapa, who has also been head coach at Rayen, Lowellville, East Palestine and
Devices could prevent DUIs, safety groups say
WASHINGTON (AP) — Technology that prevents a drunken driver from starting a vehicle holds the
Library toe-sucker pleads guilty
YOUNGSTOWN — A Poland man just had to kiss a woman’s foot a year ago, and he now must continue to
Armored vehicles fall short
Production is on schedule but delivery is a problem, military officials say. WASHINGTON (AP) — The
Chadron State runner may become top career rusher
Danny Woodhead is within range of 7,353, set by R.J. Bowers of Grove City College from 1997-2000.
Buckeyes facing many questions
Hopefully many will be answered before their Sept. 1 season opener. COLUMBUS (AP) — Here’s 10
Harding football player arrested
WARREN — An 18-year-old Warren G. Harding football player was arrested after leading police on a
“It wasn’t minutes of terror. It was hours. The walls felt like they were going to
“It wasn’t minutes of terror. It was hours. The walls felt like they were going to explode.”
Are Warren concerts cutting into grass funds?
The amphitheater concert ‘didn’t break the bank,’ a city official says. WARREN — A city
Bartholomew, Griffith plans made known
XBOARDMAN — Joe and Gail Bartholomew of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Stations run on half-days
Officials say additional levy money is needed to maintain full staffing. LIBERTY —
Tijuana adds lattes to list of U.S. sins
A Starbucks opening abroad is usually a reliable cue to repeat the “globalization equals
PREP PREVIEW | Four more games to watch
POLAND vs. HUBBARD Game time: 7 p.m. today at Hubbard stadium. Radio: WKBN-AM 570 Last meeting:
4 rescued dogs are up for adoption
YOUNGSTOWN — Remember the emaciated and flea-bitten dogs taken out of a feces-filled house on West
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Scam cheated church, IRS, government says at trial
The accountant was taught to never question the clergy’s orders, his lawyer said. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Va. Tech’s internal review seeks improved monitoring, security
A state panel is also investigating the shooting. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Virginia Tech’s internal
TV newscasts provide fodder for comedies
‘Back to You,’ starring Kelsey Grammer as a Pittsburgh newscaster, debuts in September. If
Man arrested in break-in of vacant house
YOUNGSTOWN — A man is charged with breaking into a vacant house in which guns were found. Tony
Despite late drama, Tribe topples Tigers
Cleveland extended its Central Division lead to 11⁄2 games. DETROIT (AP) — Franklin Gutierrez hit
Movie gives Hartnett grown-up material
The film asks big questions about journalism ethics. A struggling newspaperman befriends a
ON THE DOCKET \ Schedule
All games scheduled for 7:30 p.m. unless noted WEEK 1 Thursday East at Canfield Lakeside at
Trolio-Opichka wedding plans are announced
XBOARDMAN — Plans for the approaching marriage of Tyler Trolio and Ryan Opichka, both of Cincinnati,
Survey: Many seniors have active sex lives
The unprecedented survey included interviews with 3,005 men and women. So Dr. Ruth was right
Senior tackle ranked 46th best player in state
Last season, when Poland football coach Mark Brungard sized up his offensive tackle, Bill Dugan, he
Report on Iraq will reinforce animosity
WASHINGTON — Come September, America might slip closer toward a Weimar moment. It would be milder
Steelers pleased with Sepulveda
The former Baylor standout is a two-time winner of the Ray Guy award. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Today Inside
Today Inside “USE Blitz LOGO SMALL” NEW COACHES What do teams like Youngstown Christian,
AUDITIONS \ Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Wizard of Oz.” New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle. Corrected times:
Beware of those who claim quick and easy answers to health care challenges
Beware of those who claim quick and easy answers to health care challenges EDITOR: When the fox
Rules strike out gaming machines
There are no standards for law enforcement to apply when determining whether a device is chance- or
Next time, try a simple ‘Howdy!’
COLUMBUS (AP) — A college’s attempt at a warm welcome got a little lost in translation. Signs
Restaurant honors Big Mac
IRWIN, Pa. (AP) — It started out as a culinary idea and turned into a global icon. The Big Mac,
Rockies use Bucs as playoff booster
Tuesday’s 9-2 loss was in Denver. DENVER (AP) — Ian Stewart was hoping he’d at least drive in a
Utah mine co-owner defends his actions
Bob Murray said he broke down after the second collapse, which killed three rescuers. HUNTINGTON,
Girard linemen do double duty
The task of Bud McSuley’s squad is twofold: protect (the QB) and pressure (opposing offenses).
14 U.S. soldiers die in helicopter crash
The Iraq progress report to Congress is due Sept. 15. BAGHDAD (AP) — Fourteen U.S. soldiers were
Ohio officials are expected in Youngstown
The state treasurer wants to bring attention to a little-used loan program. YOUNGSTOWN —
Christian community in Iraq is vanishing
MOSUL, Iraq — They have been threatened because of their religious faith, their distinctive clothing
Soybeans from U.S. are contaminated, China says
BEIJING (AP) — China, on the defensive over the safety of its products, lashed out Wednesday at the
Youngstown State University’s Students Motivated by the Arts program showcases the acting,
Youngstown State University’s Students Motivated by the Arts program showcases the acting, writing
Meeting scheduled in slain woman’s case
Decomposition prevented an exact cause of death. CLEVELAND (AP) — Prosecutors who recently
Collecting DNA samples at home raises concerns
Many professionals are concerned about how people will react to unfavorable results. SAN
Court: No suspending costs after sentencing
A Warren case brought the issue before the high court. COLUMBUS — Trial courts cannot suspend
Sons win order to exhume body for autopsy
The autopsy will be done before the end of the year. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The body of a Lawrence
Shauna Williams to be bride of Kevin Coleman
XYOUNGSTOWN — Rosie K. Williams of Youngstown is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Shauna
ON THE AIR This weekend’s games
ON THE AIR This weekend’s games TODAY 6:30 p.m. (WKBN-AM 570) High school football: Poland at
Divers describe dangers at bridge
The last body of those missing in the collapse was recovered Monday. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The divers
3 sent to prison in dogfighting case
A high-profile case involves Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick. DAYTON (AP) — An increasing
YouTube vloggers enjoy getting some face time
The video makers are congregating across the country. Sure, bedroom-to-bedroom communication
Crawford-French reception to be at DeYor center
XMARINA DEL REY, Calif. — The engagement and upcoming marriage of Alice Katherine Crawford and
WHO calls on nations to cooperate to fight world health crises
The U.N. agency has put in place voluntary regulations to govern reporting. GENEVA (AP) — With an
Probing causes of fires
Probing causes of fires YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters are investigating the cause of blazes at a
Fitch girls roll past Warriors in 7-0 win
Tori Koch scored a pair of goals for the Falcons in their opener. AUSTINTOWN — Tori Koch scored
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3524.593— Scrappers (Indians)3127.53431⁄2 State
Moretti-Benford troth announced; wedding Oct. 6
XAUSTINTOWN — The engagement of Jennifer Moretti and Kevin Benford, both of 2500 Vollmer Drive, is
Try vinegar or vodka to combat sweaty clothes
Q. I used to work backstage for the wardrobe department in a theater. Actors sweat, and clothes that
Two studies link stomach surgery with longer life
Some skeptics are concerned that the studies will be misused to justify weight-loss surgery.
Condition upgraded for injured student
Condition upgraded for injured student YOUNGSTOWN — The condition of a Poland Seminary High School
Hurricane Dean hits wide area of Mexico before it loses power
No deaths were reported in Mexico from the storm, which killed 20 in the Caribbean. TECOLUTLA,
Stadium to carry ex-coach’s name
A local philanthropist donated $50,000 to honor his longtime friend. AUSTINTOWN — It’s the
‘Nanny Diaries’ is cute but has wicked satire
The movie is framed as an anthropological field report. Before seeing “The Nanny Diaries” I’d
ROUNDUP | Little League World Series
Warner Robbins, Ga. 8, Walpole, Mass. 1 SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Straight-faced Payton Purvis was
Volunteers in boats rescue residents in flooded N. Ohio towns
A heat wave that followed the flooding is predicted to run through Friday. FINDLAY, Ohio (AP) —
DOGFIGHTING
DOGFIGHTING Cracking down The problem: The Humane Society of the United States says as many as
Family seeking explanation in Korean diplomat’s death
China’s Health Ministry said the South Korean died of a heart attack. SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A
‘Mr. Bean’ offers charm, humor
The movie is slow to get going, but then the gags pile up. Mr. Bean yanks his head out of that
Here are some places where the Ohio Department of Public Safety and the governor’s office say
Here are some places where the Ohio Department of Public Safety and the governor’s office say games
YPD seeks brother in bloody street shooting
The victim yelled that he was dead as the gunman kept firing, a witness said. YOUNGSTOWN —
Alda again shreds image in ‘Champ’
A near-death experience changed his outlook. The recent run of nasty or weasely fellows Alan
‘THE NANNY DIARIES’
‘THE NANNY DIARIES’ Grade: B- Director: Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini Rated: PG-13
Pros and cons of in-fight scoring
My plan to resuscitate boxing is so simple and so certain to work that nobody will believe I came up
Football’s a family affair at Leetonia
Matt Altomare took over as coach for his father, Artie, in the offseason. LEETONIA — There is
Bush gives lukewarm support to al-Maliki
The positive remark was inserted at the last minute into a speech Wednesday. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)
Charges for Murray?
Charges for Murray? STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Bill Murray could face a drunken driving charge after
MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s Other Gmaes
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 30, Orioles 3 BALTIMORE — The Texas Rangers rounded the bases at a
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Eagle Heights Academy, board meeting, 11 a.m., library of Eagle Heights, 1833 Market
Free music festival to be held at church
YOUNGSTOWN — The second annual BLC Music Fest will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday at Bethlehem Lutheran
Vindy.com News Podcast for August 23, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, August 23, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
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