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Baby injured in shooting in Campbell
CAMPBELL — Leajah Day, 11, and Zana Barnett, 10, played daily with the baby boy who was shot in his
Sluggish economy threatens Trumbull animal agency
WARREN — Fortunes for Fido and Tarot cards for Tiger? It was all part of the psychic fair Sunday
Officials to discuss water complaints in Milton area
LAKE MILTON — Complaints about recent sharp increases in water bills for customers in Jackson and
OSU grads at YSU face divided loyalties
YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Stanley Guzell Jr. admits he faces a bit of a dilemma. The management professor
Legal restrictions stymie efforts to curb school violence
AUSTINTOWN — Who is more likely to begin a shooting spree at your school? Studies point to a kid,
Changes set for Ohio vouchers in 2008-09
YOUNGSTOWN — There are 11 area public schools on the state voucher list for the 2008-09 school year,
Vindicator file photo 2006
Vindicator file photo 2006 DOUBLE TAKE: Percheron yearlings from the Silver Dollar farm owned by
KATHLEEN SHERRARD ISAAC GADD
KATHLEEN SHERRARD ISAAC GADD XCANFIELD — Kathleen Cary Sherrard, a daughter of the Rev. David and
Oak Ridge Boys still draw fans from middle America
The band is looking for another run in the limelight. Counting their blessings is what the
Ohio establishes 2 records in unclaimed funds paid
Ohioans collected $72 million in unclaimed funds in the year ended July 31. COLUMBUS — Kimberly
Developer plans residences downtown
Youngstown can be great again, developer Louis A. Frangos says. SOME PEOPLE DON’T SEE much
There are greater needs in Youngstown than fountains
There are greater needs in Youngstown than fountains EDITOR: I was amused to read the letter in
Worries cling to recovery plan
Three new people will be hired under the financial recovery plan. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — With New
Payne-Williams wedding to be in mid-September
XAlan and Mary Ann Williams of Liberty and John Payne and Debber Payne of Pittsburgh are announcing
ACT 47 | New Castle
ACT 47 | New Castle What: Act 47 provides loan and grant funds to financially distressed local
LISA SHANNON T.J. KONIOWSKY
LISA SHANNON T.J. KONIOWSKY XBOARDMAN — T.J. Koniowsky and his bride, the former Lisa Shannon,
LARISSA PAPACH JUSTIN CONNER
LARISSA PAPACH JUSTIN CONNER XEAST PALESTINE — Larissa Anne Papach, a daughter of John and Robin
CLUBS AND WORKSHOPS
CLUBS AND WORKSHOPS Book club sessions WARREN — The Salvation Army, 270 Franklin St. S.E., will
Finally rebounding after hit by Katrina
Small-business owners say the process takes lots of time and patience. It wasn’t until this past
VETERANS
VETERANS Counselors to be at fair CANFIELD — Counselors from the Cleveland Vet Center will be at
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Sean A. Bishop The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking
HAYLEY ROBINSON JOHN CIAVARELLA
HAYLEY ROBINSON JOHN CIAVARELLA XYOUNGSTOWN — Kidston Pavilion in Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill
ELIZABETH MALYS CHRISTOPHER CLARK
ELIZABETH MALYS CHRISTOPHER CLARK XBOARDMAN — The marriage of Dr. Elizabeth Ann Malys, 2335 Quarry
ALLISON BUCKLEY JEFFREY MACABOBBY
ALLISON BUCKLEY JEFFREY MACABOBBY XPOLAND — A reception was held July 28 at the Grand Pavilion at
HAPPY 104TH BIRTHDAY Mary Krecelic
Born: Aug. 27, 1903, in Pittsburgh. Schooling: After losing her hearing at age 7 due to a bout of
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Kinsman Township meeting, 6:30 p.m., township garage, 6380 state Route 87.
Share the Fair program gives troops family time
Video cameras are loaned to military families so they can film their visits to the fair.
LAURA FREY MATTHEW FRENCH
LAURA FREY MATTHEW FRENCH XYOUNGSTOWN — Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek Park was the
SCOUTS
SCOUTS Eagle award Austin Ray Clark, son of Ivan and Ann Clark of Boardman, recently received
Jewish Community Center to screen ‘Paper Clips’
Jewish Community Center to screen ‘Paper Clips’ YOUNGSTOWN — The Jewish Community Center, 505
YSU starts academic year with renewed confidence
Higher education in Ohio is undergoing a major transformation, and Chancellor Eric Fingerhut has
BOOK SIGNINGS
BOOK SIGNINGS By Christopher Barzak Sept. 15: From 2 to 4 p.m. at Borders Books, 2102 Niles-
Danchise-Rauzan troth announced, wedding planned
XCAMPBELL — Vincent Campana and Donna Danchise-Campana of Campbell are announcing plans for the
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Aug. 18
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini (Riverhead Hardcover) 2.
Ursuline cruises on East Tech’s mistakes
The Irish opened the season with a 59-0 win over Cleveland East Tech. YOUNGSTOWN — Thanks to
CARMEL STURGISS ERIC GONZALEZ
CARMEL STURGISS ERIC GONZALEZ XCAMPBELL — An evening reception was held July 21 at the Byzantine
‘BIOSHOCK’
‘BIOSHOCK’ (2K Games) for Xbox 360, PC Genre: Shooter; Rating: M Grade: A From the moment
HEATHER SNYDER ALEXANDER ORIS
HEATHER SNYDER ALEXANDER ORIS XAKRON — The Chapel was the setting at 5 p.m. July 27 as Pastor Mike
Saunders 60th anniversary celebration held
XYOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. John P. Saunders of Youngstown were honored June 30 during a dinner party
Staying sharp for expansion
Two building expansions may be needed in the next few years. AUSTINTOWN — An industrial
James anniversary is celebrated at family reunion
XNORTH LIMA — Mr. and Mrs. Marvin James of North Lima celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Boardman finds bad karma in Parma in 37-7 loss
PARMA — Well, at least Boardman’s band sounded good. “Not much else you can say but that we got
MEANDER RESERVOIR | History
Meander Creek most likely received its name because of how it winds and turns through several
A FIRE’S LEFT HOOK
YAKIMA, Wash. — Each had developed a very different, yet very real, bond with fire. Tom Craven,
Disabled artists redraw boundaries
The program is spurring creativity. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Daniel Miller scrawls words with a
Thieves take handbag from actress’s room
Thieves take handbag from actress’s room NEW YORK — Thieves snatched a $13,000 handbag, cell phone
CANFIELD FAIR King and queen
The king and queen of the 4-H Canfield Fair contest will be announced at the fair at 1:30 p.m.
Yeager-Holbrook wedding date is being announced
XNILES — Announced by Duane and Ginnie Yeager, 193 Bentwillow Drive, is the engagement of their
YSU instructor gets first novel published
A Mahoning Valley resident used personal memories and experiences to write his novel.
Parents announce Diana-Mamula wedding plans
XAlbert and Peggy Diana, 294 Sanderson Ave., Campbell, and Daniel Sr. and Lorraine Mamula, 162
Sebring loses on the road, 21-7
BOWERSTON — The Sebring High School football team was handed a 21-7 setback by Conotton Valley in a
‘EARDRUM’
‘EARDRUM’ Talib Kweli (Blacksmith/Warner Bros.) Grade: A Talib Kweli’s “Eardrum” is all about
“Inside 9/11” (7 p.m., National Geographic Channel): The channel’s previously
“Inside 9/11” (7 p.m., National Geographic Channel): The channel’s previously aired special, which
JENNIFER SCHAEFFER FRANK BEDENIK
JENNIFER SCHAEFFER FRANK BEDENIK XLOWELLVILLE — The wedding of Jennifer Lynn Schaeffer and Frank
School supply giveaway
School supply giveaway WARREN — The Warren-Trumbull County NAACP and the Trumbull County
Scrappers win, remain four games back of first
Joanniel Montero (7-2) won his seventh game of the season, which ties him for the league lead in
Up in the morning and ...
There aren’t many days left. For some, it will end as early as tomorrow. Others still have 10 whole
Renewal of vows will mark Harkins 50th anniversary
XBIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Mr. and Mrs. John T. Harkins of Birmingham, formerly of Boardman, will celebrate
KELLY RIZZI BRIAN BROOKE
KELLY RIZZI BRIAN BROOKE XBOARDMAN — The marriage of Kelly Eileen Rizzi, a daughter of Richard and
Officials recall MVSD’s 75-year history
The MVSD is always looking to sell more filtered water. MINERAL RIDGE — When Josh Maher turns
MILL CREEK METROPARKS September calendar
Activities slated for September at Mill Creek MetroParks: Sept. 1: 7-9 p.m. “Kricket” Kayak.
YSU students settle in to residence halls
University officials expect residence halls to be filled to capacity. YOUNGSTOWN — Move-in
LOUIS A. FRANGOS
LOUIS A. FRANGOS Youngstown properties Louis A. Frangos’ companies, most notably USA Parking
Columbiana prepares for fair
COLUMBIANA — The city of Columbiana and the local American Legion will host their 121st Street Fair
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dearth of female applicants troubling
Opinion: What do James A. Philomena, Patrick V. Kerrigan, Andrew Polovischak, Martin Emrich and Fred Bailey
Free for all: Fun at 161st Canfield Fair need not cost a thing
You can milk a cow and watch the bees make honey. CANFIELD — Are you cheap? Tight with a buck?
DANA WALTERS KEITH SCHUBERT
DANA WALTERS KEITH SCHUBERT XGIRARD — Dana Walters, a daughter of Tom and Nancy Walters, 1019
Street credo warns witnesses about snitchin’ to police
The message sent out by gangs prevents homicides from being solved. SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Did
Manning nearly perfect as Colts roll over Detroit in 37-10 victory
INDIANAPOLIS — Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts offense haven’t lost their touch. The
Group wants vets to examine Lipizzaner horses
The government had said the horses would be cared for. BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — An animal-rights
BOXING
BOXING Pavlik’s accomplishment worthy of raves Fanfare, I would like to thank Mike and Debbie
Prosthesis created for tailless dolphin
In the process of helping the dolphin, experts are also helping human amputees. CLEARWATER, Fla.
WVU to improve defense
Former Chaney standout Keilen Dykes is a four-year starter on the D-line. ORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) —
Safe alternatives exist for DEET insect repellent
Q. A few months ago, I sprayed insect repellent containing DEET on my legs to keep mosquitoes away.
Storms nail already-soaked Ohio
Storms slammed rain-soaked Ohio again Saturday as Gov. Ted Strickland toured flooded areas of north-
A deeper grave for the film camera
I’ve done my part this summer to secure the demise of the film camera. In the last month, I’ve
2 face felony charge after sprinkling flour in lot
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Two people who sprinkled flour in a parking lot to mark a trail for their
Voters deserve substance, not fluff
A challenge arrived at the office of every presidential candidate a few weeks ago. It was a letter,
WTA TOUR FOREST HILLS CLASSIC
WTA TOUR FOREST HILLS CLASSIC Saturday At The West Side Tennis Club New York Purse: $74,800
LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES
LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES Saturday’s games Georgia 5, Texas 2 SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — David
AREA GOLF | Calendar
AUGUST TODAY — Sponsors Classic at Old Avalon Rig Tournament (2-man best ball) Call Angus Macaulay
Black eye is Bucks’ rally cry
COLUMBUS (AP) — It was an especially long, cold winter for the Ohio State Buckeyes. A relatively
Dunkin’ Donuts has big Pa. plans
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Dunkin’ Donuts is planning to roll into the Pittsburgh region on a historic scale.
60th anniversary to be observed by the Bartels
XYOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bartel, 1933 Cranbrook Drive, will be honored at a family dinner
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL OHIO Ursuline 59, Cle. East Tech 0 Cle. St. Ignatius 37,
Democrats crack down on Florida over primary
What’s at stake for Florida? More than 200 delegates. WASHINGTON (AP) — Florida Democrats would
h41 killed in Afghanistan
h41 killed in Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan — A string of bombings and gunbattles reported around
Errant call has NASCAR on defense
The error came against Kyle Busch in the Busch Series race Friday. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — NASCAR’s
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn3825 .603— Scrappers3328 .5414 State College3032.48471⁄2
I didn’t ban thumb reviews, film critic Ebert says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Film critic Roger Ebert said he never gave a “thumbs down” to the use of thumbs
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Div.WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Boston7951.608—z-7-3W-340-2339-2812-6 New
Truck hits pre-wedding party, killing 6
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — A pickup truck plowed through a crowd leaving a pre-wedding
Bombings in India kill 37 at restaurant, arena
A police official said two other bombs were defused. HYDERABAD, India (AP) — A pair of bombings
MLB ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 14, White Sox 2 CHICAGO — Tim Wakefield allowed three hits in seven
PAC FOOTBALL
PAC FOOTBALL At a glance BETHANY BISON 2006 record: 4-6 overall, 2-3 in PAC Head coach: Tim
DETROIT (AP) — An activist who pelted school board members with grapes during a raucous vote
DETROIT (AP) — An activist who pelted school board members with grapes during a raucous vote to
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Saturday SOUTH Albany St., Ga. 16, N.C. Central 10 Thursday, Aug.
Demolition plan for home irks group
COLUMBUS (AP) — A century-old mansion built by Joseph Firestone is set for demolition to make way
JoePa: Penn St. leaders must keep team focused
The veteran head coach will return to the sidelines this season. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Joe
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Today Who: Scrappers vs. Jamestown at Eastwood Field When: 6:05 p.m. Up next: Monday
AIRLINE BUMPING
AIRLINE BUMPING Some tips and tidbits INVOLUNTARY AIRLINE BUMPING If a flight is oversold and
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING AB R H HR RBI AVG Oneonta203432254636288.268 State
‘Rock snot’ algae turns up in New England, causes worry
STOCKBRIDGE, Vt. (AP) — It looks like a clump of soiled sheep’s wool, a cottony green or white mass
PGA-THE BARCLAYS
PGA-THE BARCLAYS Saturday At Westchester Country Club Harrison, N.Y. Purse: $7 million
Getting more podcast action
If you have a telephone, chances are you already have some kind of voice messaging service.
Health and chemistry keys for Malone team
All-American Bernard Payton returns for his senior season after gaining 955 yards. CANTON —
Advocates: Ruling will aid drivers
Nationwide can still appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court. COLUMBUS (AP) — A couple whose vehicle was
Walsh expects more success this season
The Cavs return eight starters on offense from last year’s team that went 9-3. NORTH CANTON —
Irizarry returns to the ’Shoe YSU’s senior tight end started his career with the Buckeyes.
But five years ago as a highly recruited high school senior out of Ursuline High School, Irizarry
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Just Mike (Spieth)10.403.803.20 DQ-Rhode to Silence
Powlus uses experience with Notre Dame QBs
Now a coach, he’s been through it all before with the Irish as a player. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) —
Hot air balloon bursts into flames, killing 2
An official said the balloon was preparing to launch when it caught fire. VANCOUVER, British
Are there enough football officials?
Rumors seem to have a way of getting around in the Mercer County sports arena. The latest buzz
PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
GIRLS Cardinal Mooney 4, Indian Hills 0 STRUTHERS — Junior Ashley Cuba had three goals, while
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Ryan crashed Kendall’s appointment with Dr. Hilliard and brought Spike back to the
PREP VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s matches
Liberty 25-25-25, Struthers 7-18-8 STRUTHERS — Ashley Venable led the Leopards with 12 kills, nine
Storms pummel Ohio, bringing tornado warnings
At least 18 deaths have been attributed to the weather in the Midwest. COLUMBUS (AP) — Storms
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Friday — Soccer at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m.; volleyball vs. UNC-Greensboro at Robert
Purple Raiders likely to repeat
Mount Union was tabbed to repeat as national champion by all the national publications.
Latest bird-plane collision concerns airport officials
COLUMBUS (AP) — Airport officials are examining their wildlife hazard management plan after a jet
Indians end offensive slump; Bucs win 4th in a row
Grady Sizemore and Victor Martinez homered to provide the offensive punch. KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
Cataract surgery restores eagle’s sight
The bird was in bad shape when it was brought in. ANCHORAGE, Alaska — With the patient
Rains aid Ohio’s soybean, corn crops
The state’s farmers are still expected to harvest a record number of bushels of corn. COLUMBUS
Man indicted in altered-drink case
COLUMBUS (AP) — A grand jury indicted a car dealership mechanic accused of spraying an automotive
AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 9, ROYALS 4
AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 9, ROYALS 4 CLEVELANDKANSAS CITY abrhbiabrhbi Szmore cf5221EGrmn
Parents snag domain names for kids
Some parents use the sites to share photos of their newborns. NEW YORK (AP) — Besides leaving the
Western Pa. soldier dies after blast in Iraq
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A western Pennsylvania soldier died Thursday in Iraq, his family and the Defense
Airlines bumping more passengers
More than 37,000 travelers were bumped in the first half of this year, statistics show. Chris
Naked man tries to take weapon, is charged
DALLAS (AP) — A man stripped naked inside a Dallas County courthouse and tried to grab a weapon from
Vindicator file photo/Ed Shuba
Vindicator file photo/Ed Shuba MISSING LINK: The $2 million Spring Common Bridge in downtown
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULES
GATEWAY YOUNGSTOWN STATE Sep.1 at Ohio St., 12 Sep.8 South Dakota St., 6 Sep.15 Stony Brook,
Oregon campers tie man to tree
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A group of campers tied a peeping Tom suspect to a tree, keeping him bound
PAC is expanding from 7 to 10 teams
Geneva, St. Vincent and Chatham College will become members next year. It began with four,
Activists back immigrant
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Immigrant-rights activists marched through downtown Saturday in support of a
Vick’s future lies in the hands of the judge
The NFL has already suspended him indefinitely without pay. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Michael Vick can
Man files suit over wrong-foot operation
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Doctors performed surgery on the wrong foot of a man who wanted to have a bunion
For 2nd night, fires rage across Greece; 49 killed
One man is facing charges of arson and homicide. ZAHARO, Greece (AP) — Fires pushed by gale-force
Up for sale: 1 odd walrus artifact
That’s not all that’s going to be at the natural history auction. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Among all the
In Iraq, seven die in car bombing
Sunni religious extremists are suspected in the blast. BAGHDAD (AP) — A car bomb exploded Saturday
Penguins still seek tailback to step up for offense
YOUNGSTOWN — With the season opener now less than a week away, Youngstown State coach Jon Heacock
Temp files not always temporary
Q. When I open an Excel file in an e-mail attachment, then try to save it or change the format with
Artist creates world’s biggest Lite-Brite display
A famous painting was re- created with the toy’s pegs. PHOENIXVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A popular
All weekend
All weekend BASEBALL Scrappers, 6:05 today, Jamestown Jammers, Eastwood Field, Niles. Today
Swimmer sets record in crossing Lake Erie
It took the Pa. woman a little more than 14 hours to cover the distance. NORTH EAST, Pa. (AP) —
IN THE CUP
IN THE CUP Area holes in one Dave Coleman of Niles aced the No. 8 hole at Dogwood Golf Course.
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESEASON GLANCE AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA
Making humvees safer
Making humvees safer BUTLER, Pa.— A western Pennsylvania firm is helping to make humvees safer for
MEN
MEN CWV (Olde Dutch Mill) — Low gross: George Bisker 37, Bob Bunyoff 38, John Cambert 42; Low net:
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