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New Castle worries about Act 47 plan
New Castle worries about Act 47 plan NEW CASTLE, Pa. — With New Castle firmly ensconced in
Ohio establishes 2 records in unclaimed funds paid
Ohio establishes 2 records in unclaimed funds paid COLUMBUS — Kimberly Zurz, director of the Ohio
MVSD celebrates 75th year
MVSD celebrates 75th year MINERAL RIDGE — When Josh Maher turns on a faucet at his Niles home, he
Move-in day at YSU hard on parents
Move-in day at YSU hard on parents YOUNGSTOWN — Move-in weekend can be the beginning of a tough
We want your football photos
Hey football fans: You know there’s more to the big high school football game than what happens on
Fumble recovery shifts momentum in Fitch's favor
The momentum shifted in the Falcons’ favor on a fumble recovery by Fitch linebacker Jon Stockman.
Niles’ Nick Liste had six kickoffs into the end zone.
Niles’ Nick Liste had six kickoffs into the end zone.
Developer envisions downtown revivial
Developer envisions downtown revivial YOUNGSTOWN — Some people don’t see much when they look at
Fair program lets troops partake in family time
Fair program lets troops partake in family time CANFIELD — Ask any Marine or soldier in the Middle
Jackson trustees meet Tuesday
Jackson trustees meet Tuesday NORTH JACKSON — Jackson Township trustees will meet in special
NAACP, ministers sponsor school supply giveaway
NAACP, ministers sponsor school supply giveaway WARREN — The Warren-Trumbull County NAACP and the
FREE STUFF: There is an admission price to get into the fair, of course, but did you know the
U FREE STUFF: There is an admission price to get into the fair, of course, but did you know the
Toussaint scores 5 TDs for Liberty
West Branch and Beaver Local also enjoyed big victories. SALEM — Fitzgerald Toussaint scored five
‘Dee’ to focus on museum
YOUNGSTOWN — Tina DeVito of the Children’s Museum of the Valley will join Dee Crawford on “Sunday
BETHANY PATCH BRIAN LOPATTA
BETHANY PATCH BRIAN LOPATTA XBOARDMAN — The Rev. David Joachim officiated at 2:30 p.m. July 7 at
Winehouse bruised after alleged fight with spouse
Winehouse bruised after alleged fight with spouse LONDON — A British newspaper splashed photos of
REGION
REGION FirstEnergy offers help to those hit by flooding AKRON — FirstEnergy Corp. is offering a
McDonald breezes, 47-0
The Blue Devils blew past Youngstown Christian in the second quarter. MCDONALD — McDonald High
Grove City College offers business presentations
How to start a business and get the money to fund it are among the topics. GROVE CITY, Pa. — The
HOMEWORK PROCESS \ Some practical tips
WRENTHAM, Mass. — Did you ever lie about not getting a school assignment done on time? These days,
Deadline nears for science competition
NEW YORK — The deadline to enter the nation’s most prestigious science research competition for high
The momentum shifted in the Falcons’ favor on a fumble recovery by Fitch linebacker Jon
The momentum shifted in the Falcons’ favor on a fumble recovery by Fitch linebacker Jon Stockman.
Police: 2 sold stolen items on eBay
The memorabilia was from all over the world. CANFIELD — Police have charged two people with
S. Range streak grows to 23 wins
Quarterback Jack Dawson helped the Raiders rally to defeat Mogadore, 26-21. MOGADORE — It may
Struthers rallies for 28-23 win in opener
Jordan Morell threw the game-winning strike for the Wildcats. STRUTHERS — Sam Valiquette
PROUD TO SERVE The 60-year-old Boardman man recently returned from a tour of duty in Iraq.
Twelve of those months were spent in Iraq, doing whatever was asked. That included transporting
Survey shows support for NCLB
Most respondents rated their own public schools no higher than a C. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A new
Studies documented by The Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Summer Learning show that all
Studies documented by The Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Summer Learning show that all pupils
Crestview rolls against LaBrae
Quarterback Tony Britton paced the Rebels to a 43-7 victory. LEAVITTSBURG — Paul Cusick
“The Murder of Princess Diana” (9 p.m., Lifetime): Was a conspiracy to blame for
“The Murder of Princess Diana” (9 p.m., Lifetime): Was a conspiracy to blame for Princess Diana’s
The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted:
The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: HANNAH E. MULLINS
Ex-Warren resident is Fulbright Scholar
Susan Penksa began studying the Balkans region as a graduate student. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — A
Students find rankings useful, most colleges say
Local rankings, for the most part, praise the institutions’ performance. YOUNGSTOWN — There’s
JENNIFER HELLMAN JOSEPH HUDAK
JENNIFER HELLMAN JOSEPH HUDAK XYOUNGSTOWN — Jennifer R. Hellman, a daughter of James and Dolores
Niles’ Nick Liste had six kickoffs into the end zone.
Niles’ Nick Liste had six kickoffs into the end zone. GIRARD — On a night more suited for the
GM tests new combustion process promising greater fuel efficiency
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. says it is testing a new combustion process that could increase
Metro College offers business seminars
BOARDMAN — The Ohio Small Business Development Center at Youngstown State University will hold
Governor, AG stand firm against games of chance
Republican House Speaker Jon Husted can be forgiven for tweaking Democratic Gov. Ted Strickland and
Family seeks teen missing two weeks
Posters with her description are being distributed in Youngstown. NEW BEDFORD, Pa. — Fourteen-
Data stolen from Monster.com users
Monster.com said Thursday that 1.3 million users had personal information stolen by cyber-criminals
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and new
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and new
Biologists explore deaths of deer
With the opening of the first deer hunting seasons just weeks away, news of white-tailed deer dying
New plant manager makes GM history
She started as an engineer and has worked her way up the ranks. DETROIT — Alicia Boler-Davis,
LISA HIMES DAVID ZALOVCIK
LISA HIMES DAVID ZALOVCIK XGIRARD — The marriage of Lisa Himes and David Zalovcik, both of 44
Bells back in Y-town with Kool & the Gang
KC & The Sunshine Band partied like it was 1979 in the opening slot. YOUNGSTOWN — Ronald Bell
Dress code to be ‘Connection’ topic
YOUNGSTOWN — Madonna Chism Pinkard, host of “Community Connection,” will interview Youngstown City
Junior at national forum
Junior at national forum CANFIELD — Ashley Crump, daughter of Mary Crump of Canfield and Tom
All-night service addresses violence
The church may host more all-night prayer services. YOUNGSTOWN — The Rev. Larry Alexander and
Inkster records 36-20 win over Warren Harding
Newton Falls, Brookfield and Lakeview all posted wins. WARREN — D.J. Dota’s coaching debut didn’t
Station causes stir with song’s airing
Radio station WNCD 93.3-FM was ordered to stop playing the song. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s one of
Thanksgiving anyone?
Scripps Howard: A jaded political observer once suggested that every election cycle, two states be
Sharing parts aids U.S. automakers
Reducing the number of platforms ultimately saves money, officials say. DETROIT — There’s a
High court dismisses suit against local judge
Judge Larry Turner said he conducted the arraignments in the county jail to save money. NEWTON
Online registration available for Job Expo
Companies that are hiring in the tri-county area will be on hand. YOUNGSTOWN — Job seekers wishing
Hughes paces Mathews
He had 178 yards and two TDs in a 28-16 win over Western Reserve. BERLIN CENTER — Behind the
Mooney stuffs Mentor, 21-10
Brandon Beachum had two touchdowns and 175 yards rushing in the opener. YOUNGSTOWN — When the
Computer software to help pupils do better
HOWLAND — There are kids in every school that tend to become easily demoralized by their inability
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas F. Sinkovich Jr., 31, of 256 Forest Park Drive,
NHRA-Toyo Tires Nationals Results
NHRA-Toyo Tires Nationals Results Wednesday At Maple Grove Raceway Mohnton, Pa. Final Finish
Ohio judge halts enforcement of ban on gambling machines
COLUMBUS (AP) — A judge stopped the state Friday from enforcing an order that prohibits bars and
NFL ROUNDUP \ Friday’s games
Patriots 24, Panthers 7 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cross-country flights, lack of sleep and becoming a
Dead tot was daughter of assistant principal
BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) — The 2-year-old daughter of an assistant school principal was found dead
GOLF ROUNDUP \ Friday’s other events
Safeway Classic PORTLAND, Ore. — Top-ranked Lorena Ochoa was a shot back of leaders Sophie
Saget gets down, dirty
HBO should run a disclaimer before airing Bob Saget’s new comedy special, “That Ain’t Right,” at 10
Fire district gets $197,655 grant from FEMA
CANFIELD — The Cardinal Joint Fire District has received $197,655 from the Assistance to
MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 10, White Sox 1 CHICAGO — David Ortiz homered twice and Kevin Youkilis
IRAQ \ Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: U.S. helicopters blasted rooftops in a Shiite neighborhood before
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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GIRLS TENNIS
GIRLS TENNIS POLAND 4, CANFIELD 1 Singles: Alyssa Tom (P) def. Christina Brandt 6-3, 6-2; Kelly
ATP-WTA TOUR PILOT PEN TENNIS
ATP-WTA TOUR PILOT PEN TENNIS A U.S. Open Series Event Friday At The Connecticut Tennis Center
Innocent pleas entered in death
Bobby Cutts Jr. and a high school classmate are charged in the death of a pregnant Jessie Davis.
Maternal deaths are on the rise
Despite the increase, death from childbirth is still rare in the United States. ATLANTA (AP) —
Mother Teresa struggled with faith, letters reveal
In one letter she described the ‘terrible darkness’ within her. Mother Teresa, a globally
Choi’s showing threat to Tiger
K.J. Choi fired a 66 for a two-shot lead to launch play in The Barclays. HARRISON, N.Y. (AP) —
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Boston7851.605—6-4W-240-2338-2812-6
NFL suspends Vick following plea deal
Sentencing of the Falcons QB could come as early as Monday. No matter how nuanced his
FOOTBALL
FOOTBALL Ursuline vs. Cleveland East Tech at YSU Boardman at Cleveland St. Ignatius at Byers
Former military officials, leaders back detainees
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two dozen retired diplomats, two rear admirals and a Marine general joined 383
New guidelines threaten Ohio’s uninsured kids
In letters to top U.S. health officials, Gov. Strickland and Sen. Sherrod Brown said the changes
Second measles case discovered at LLWS
This one was not a player, but an acquaintance of the first measle victim. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa.
USGA-U.S. AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES
USGA-U.S. AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES At The Olympic Club San Francisco Lakeside Course, 6,948
MV has 3-1 win, but loss off field
The Scrappers beat the Muckdogs, but Juan Valdes was suspended for 50 games. NILES — The news
THURSDAY’S GAMES
THURSDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland 3, Detroit 1, 10 innings Minnesota 5, Baltimore 2
Bristol’s track is ready for test
Drivers have embraced the renovated track, and will test it in tonight’s race. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP)
Steelers’ line is still not set, but coach wants more time
Tomlin said it’s important that multiple players work at some positions. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Volleyball player gives up last year to be with fiance
Her future husband, Mitchell Cozad, was convicted of assault. FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) — Michelle
Boy doing well after receiving five organs
NEW YORK (AP) — An 8-month-old boy received five organs in a complex transplant for a rare
NCC entering final season
The North Central Conference has withered as teams defected to Division I. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) —
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A photograph published Aug. 16 of six children singing at a day camp at the
Northern Illinois residents face more flooding
Parts of Ohio, Minnesota and Wisconsin continued cleaning up from earlier floods. PROSPECT
2007 U.S. Soccer Schedule
2007 U.S. Soccer Schedule By The Associated Press All Times EDT (Won 10, Lost 4, Tied 1)
WTA TOUR FOREST HILLS CLASSIC
WTA TOUR FOREST HILLS CLASSIC At The West Side Tennis Club New York Singles—First Round
PGA-THE BARCLAYS
PGA-THE BARCLAYS Friday At Westchester Country Club Harrison, N.Y. Purse: $7 million
Clerk accused of stealing $555,000 lottery ticket
The man knew he had the winning numbers but didn’t know how much he had won. A man who went to a
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA Aug. 23 1898 — Malcolm Whitman wins the men’s singles
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESEASON AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA Miami2001.0002927
NORTHFIELD
NORTHFIELD WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS 1st—Bacon Hill Bob10.203.602.40 Magic Star Mom (Stahl)2.802.60
Suspect in homicide jailed in Hermitage
WARREN — A 29-year-old Warren man was arrested early Friday in Hermitage, Pa., in the shooting death
Wednesday’s International Scores
Wednesday’s International Scores 2008 European Championship Qualifying Group A Armenia 1,
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-SHARPIE
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-SHARPIE 500 LINEUP After Friday’s qualifying; race today At Bristol Motor
Notre Dame QB reports surgery
But Jimmy Clausen says that he will be competing for the starting job. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) —
Ex-astronaut apologizes to other woman in court
Ex-astronaut apologizes to other woman in court ORLANDO, Fla. — Lisa Nowak faced her romantic
NEWS SHOWS \ Sunday topics
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Jim Webb, D-Va., and John
Royals’ pitching halts Tribe, Sabathia, 2-1
Kansas City pitching allowed the Indians just six hits. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Zack Greinke and
Teen unlocks iPhone, freeing it from AT&T
An unlocked phone can work with most overseas carriers. NEW YORK (AP) — The last summer before
Warren attorney to be confined a year for not paying income tax
The attorney’s tax returns were completed but not filed, the government says. CLEVELAND — A Warren
Best time of year for bass fishing
Level of success depended on the type of bait used. GRAND LEDGE, Mich. — You may have to wait a
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3725.597— Scrappers (Indians)3228.5334 State
Sources: Former congressman to avoid criminal charges
WASHINGTON — Former Florida Congressman Mark Foley is unlikely to face criminal charges for sending
NOTEBOOK \ College football
Ohio State: Offensive tackle Kirk Barton, fullback Dionte Johnson and linebacker James Laurinaitis
In Ottawa, Ohio, water swirls around homes
Gov. Strickland has declared a state of emergency in nine Ohio counties. OTTAWA, Ohio (AP) — Don
Utah community rallies around miners’ families
Some want to dig their own rescue hole. HUNTINGTON, Utah (AP) — Relatives of six men trapped in
Australia explores pulling out of Iraq
LOS ANGELES — John Howard, often the most patient and sure-footed of Western leaders, is reported to
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Aug.
Hate-crime bill won’t muzzle preachers
On May 3, the House of Representatives voted to pass the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes
Browns’ QB contenders, Broncos’ defense collide
Tonight’s preseason game will test Cleveland’s QBs and Denver’s defense. DENVER (AP) — The
Trial rekindles Shiite anger toward the U.S.
BAGHDAD — It was one of the bloodiest episodes in the long, brutal rule of Saddam Hussein: With
GENERAL ELECTION | Candidates and issues Below are the candidates running in nonpartisan races in the Nov. 6 general election as well as issues for that ballot. The list is unofficial until county
MAHONING COUNTY CITIES CANFIELD COUNCIL (2 to elect): Marleen M. Belfiore*, 551 E. Regency
U.S. air attack kills 3 British soldiers
British troops called for the air support, reports said. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A U.S. warplane
Immigration gives rise to hate groups
HOUSTON — Presidential candidate John McCain has made a stunning revelation. He told an audience at
FOOTBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA
FOOTBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA Fitch 28, Chaney 6 Mooney 21, Mentor 10 Inkster, Mich. 36,
Who’s in, who’s out of running for office
Girard voters will choose all five positions on the city’s school board this November.
Campbell puts up good fight against Eagles
Even without coach Tony Napolet, Warren JFK came away with a 41-27 win. CAMPBELL — The Jeff
Searching for pickup in hit-and-run death
Searching for pickup in hit-and-run death WARREN — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is searching for
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Today Who: Scrappers vs. Jamestown at Eastwood Field When: 7:05 p.m. Up next: Sunday
STATS NEEDED
STATS NEEDED Football coaches and statisticians are reminded to submit weekly statistics forms to
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Vick pleads, is suspended
Vick pleads, is suspended Commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Michael Vick indefinitely without
How does rain affect behavior of fish?
The fish bite better in the rain, don’t they? If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard that
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 2nd—Majestic Co (Gonzalez)4.002.602.20 Lil Mike Reggie
Kool & The Gang brings the boogie
Kool & The Gang brings the boogie YOUNGSTOWN — Ronald Bell stepped to the mike. “This is
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