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Home makeover will help Canfield family
CANFIELD — For Rebecca Bailing, the purchase of a house on Shields Road was “a dream come true.” But
Mercer loses its Greyhound bus stop
MERCER, Pa. — A longtime Greyhound bus stop has closed after more than 20 years in business here,
No courtesy for OVI cops
YOUNGSTOWN — Because driving drunk is risky, cops aren’t inclined to let you go — even if you wear a
ODOT will repair 224 in Ellsworth
ELLSWORTH — The Ohio Department of Transportation plans to reconstruct the eroded roadway embankment
Residents unsure about Sharon home rule plan
SHARON, Pa. — Lisa Kimpan went with an open mind to listen to the drafters of the proposed changes
Warren residents to decide income tax
WARREN — City voters will be asked during the Nov. 6 general election whether they want the city
No quitting for longtime volunteer
YOUNGSTOWN — What was meant to be a short-term visit to the city has turned into nearly four decades
Get a piece of The Rayen School
YOUNGSTOWN — If you are a graduate of The Rayen School and would like a memento from the building on
Steel to Scholars luncheon set for Wednesday
BOARDMAN — The annual “From Steel to Scholars” educational recognition awards will be presented to
Sheriff Smith pleads innocent to OVI
Columbiana County Sheriff David L. Smith has pleaded innocent to the charge of OVI, operating
Wellsville wall murals depict historic scenes
WELLSVILLE — If a picture truly is worth a thousand words, then the flood wall lining the north
YSU adds 3-D mapping to master plan
YOUNGSTOWN — It started out as a class project for some geography students, but some 18 months and
Pelosi: Youngstown incubator is model for U.S.
YOUNGSTOWN — When matters of national importance are discussed, the Mahoning Valley has a strong voice, said Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 22.63 —.22 Avalon Holdings,7.33.10 Clear
“Damages” marathon (8 a.m., FX): If you missed “Damages,” one of the most
“Damages” marathon (8 a.m., FX): If you missed “Damages,” one of the most criminally addictive
Honoring retired teacher
Honoring retired teacher BUTLER, Pa. — Teresita S. Hartz, recently retired teacher after 36 years
Tribe turns to Carmona in Game 6
Boston will counter with Curt Schilling in a rematch of Game 2. BOSTON — The Indians arrived at
Loghurst picks hero theme for program for children
CANFIELD — ”Discovering Ohio’s Heroes!” is the theme for The Young Historians Club at Loghurst Farm
Hubbard run continues with victory over Liberty
The Eagles scored on their first six possessions. LIBERTY — Four weeks ago Hubbard High was
Grant to pay for study of free tuition at YSU
City school graduates could qualify for two years of free tuition at YSU. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Poland netters clipped at state
COLUMBUS — Poland High School seniors, singles player Alyssa Tom and doubles players Megan Bennett-
State to proved $2.5M for school security upgrades
CLEVELAND (AP) — The state will provide $2.5 million to Cleveland schools to upgrade security in the
OSU BAND
OSU BAND Dotting the ‘i’ Several prominent individuals and couples have been honored by being
East High taps in to Hispanic culture studies
Students researched noted Hispanics as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. YOUNGSTOWN — Saphawni
Malone breaks ground on dorm
CANTON — Malone College is building a new residence hall to house 230 students. Ground was broken
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Nicole Nosal and Frank Jenkins, Youngstown, boy, Oct. 16.
How Mich. program operates
YOUNGSTOWN — The Kalamazoo Promise, a program providing free college tuition in the Michigan
Consumers face rise in gas prices
Instead of their usual drop, gasoline prices have risen since Labor Day. NEW YORK (AP) — Jim
Harley-Davidson’s 3rd-quarter profit drops
MILWAUKEE (AP) — A continued sluggish U.S. market for motorcycles pushed Harley-Davidson Inc.’s
Interpol arrests pedophile suspect
High-tech police work was used to track the suspect. BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) — A three-year global
Champion’s defense shuts down Brookfield
CHAMPION — Kristopher Wildman rushed for 164 yards and scored three touchdowns, and the Champion
More graduates from Youngstown schools
YOUNGSTOWN — A group of city high school seniors unable to graduate with classmates last spring
Clippers struggle but stop E.P., 21-7
The Bulldogs kept it closer than people expected. EAST PALESTINE — Whether the Columbiana High
Range’s numbers over Ridge tell story
The Raiders are on the verge of clinching another league title. MINERAL RIDGE — Thirty-one
Canfield rolls behind Carrocce
Poland, Niles and Howland also had easy times in conference action. STRUTHERS — Mark Carrocce
Schools chief applies for job at Westerville
Heuer is one of nine candidates for the job. AUSTINTOWN — Schools Superintendent Doug Heuer has
ZTA sponsors cheer event at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — A total of 65 cheerleading teams will converge on Youngstown State University’s Beeghly
Farrell pulls a decisive win over Linesville
The Steelers look solid for a playoff berth. FARRELL, Pa. — When Linesville and Farrell faced
Francona may be leaning away from Crisp
BOSTON — It’s a wail that has been heard through New England ever since the playoffs began, and Red
Camouflage adapts to changing conditions
DALLAS — Camouflage has changed a lot since a Virginia turkey and deer hunter named Jim Crumley
Reward to find robber
Reward to find robber NORTH LIMA — The FBI is offering a reward for information leading to the
Chamber summit looks at consolidating services
Mahoning County is to start talking about combining 911 centers. GIRARD — Regional Chamber
Family receives $750K in wrongful death suit
A decision on an appeal has not been made. YOUNGSTOWN — The family of a woman who died in 2002,
Mom: Girard man is excited to be dot
A contingent from the Mahoning Valley has traveled to watch the ‘i’-dotting. GIRARD — Little
Men of Steel (Valley)
Undefeated Mooney upended Ursuline 37-14 for the SVC title. YOUNGSTOWN — After watching
Kurd leader vows fight if attacked
IRBIL, Iraq (AP) — The most senior leader in Iraq’s Kurdish region appeared to raise the stakes in
Big day for YSU vs. ISU
It’s homecoming and Hall of Fame Day at Stambaugh Stadium. YOUNGSTOWN — Today is a big day at
Dangerous infections close several schools
Buildings are being disinfected before they can be reopened. Two unconfirmed cases of a staph
GM to lay off workers at truck plant
GM laid off 767 workers earlier this week at another plant. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp.
Burns brothers boost ’Hounds
The Wilmington defense was hard to penetrate. SHARON, Pa. — The Sharon Tigers weren’t playing
Winner Aviation fined for violation
A veteran airport worker was crushed between the hangar door and wall. VIENNA — Winner Aviation
Browns group offers scholarships
The program is offering two scholarships worth $10,000 each. CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns
UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY, FINDLAY, OHIO
UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY, FINDLAY, OHIO Joe Guidos, a senior pharmacy major, has been elected
Pet owners ID cats, dogs that were massacred
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An investigation into the mass killing of dogs and cats seized from
Blast rocks mall in Manila
Seven years ago, Muslim extremists injured 13 people when they bombed the same mall. MANILA,
Crestview pupils to begin exploring environment
The pupils will do a digital journal for the Web site. COLUMBIANA — A $500 grant from FirstEnergy
PAVLIK SHIRTS
PAVLIK SHIRTS Where to buy Places that have been authorized to sell Kelly Pavlik shirts:
INDICTMENTS
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted these people: Joseph
In battle of halves, Lakeview is winner
Penalties stymied Girard in the fourth quarter. CORTLAND — Lakeview clinched at least a tie
‘Connection’ plans to put focus on SIDS
YOUNGSTOWN — Erica DiNello and Melissa LaManna from the Mahoning County Family and Children First
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Optimum Realty Corp. v. Barbara A. Decavitch et al, foreclosure.
5 British boys sent to prison in slaying
LONDON (AP) — A judge sentenced five boys to two years in prison Friday for stoning a 67-year-old
One game from main goal: McDonald bottles Rockets
The Blue Devils can clinch the ITCL Tier Two title outright next week. LOWELLVILLE — A year
$575,000 grant will be used to entice an airline to Valley
The airport received a similar grant of $250,000 in 2004. VIENNA —The U.S. Department of
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Indictments A Trumbull County grand jury has indicted these people, who will be
Mathews wins tuneup, sets sights on P.V.
The Mustangs had no trouble with Lutheran East. VIENNA — Mathews prepared for a match-up that
Struthers promoter to book for Chevy site
Eric Ryan already has promoted 10 to 12 events at the downtown arena. YOUNGSTOWN — The city
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del. CBS’ “Face
FALL COLORS
FALL COLORS Peaking Fall color is near peak in almost every part of Ohio and Pennsylvania this
Bhutto: Bombings were an attack on democracy
Many wonder how candidates for Parliament will be able to campaign. KARACHI, Pakistan — As
As temperatures drop, fishing action improves
As the season slips closer and closer to Halloween and our region’s reservoirs dip from balmy to
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: KENT STATE
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Shenango brings home a victory over Mohawk
BESSEMER, Pa. — Shenango scored two touchdowns in the third quarter to defeat Mohawk, 28-22, in a
Hockey teams win
Hockey teams win The Youngstown SteelHounds defeated the Oklahoma City Blazers 4-2 and the
PAVLIK SHIRTS
3-42-2 bold pavlik shirtsPAVLIK SHIRTS Where to buy Places that have been authorized to sell
Symphony director to be guest on ‘Dee’
YOUNGSTOWN — Randall Craig Fleischer, the new music director of the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra,
Are Indians fans worried? Not at all
CLEVELAND (AP) — The suddenly more precarious playoff position of the Cleveland Indians left fans
Spartans win 21-13; Fitch falls at Lake
Beaver Local and West Branch also earned victories. CANTON — Cameron Shaffer raced 20 yards to a
Foundations donate $500,000 to YSU
The gift is earmarked for construction of a new business college building. YOUNGSTOWN — Now,
Ohioans heading to W.Va. to enjoy casino gambling
Ohio voters have refused to expand gambling beyond the state lottery and horse racing. WHEELING,
NOTEBOOK Indians vs. Red Sox
Where’s Pronk? Indians manager Eric Wedge said he won’t consider moving DH Travis Hafner down in the
6 seeking probate court seat
A replacement is being sought for retiring Judge Maloney. COLUMBUS — A former Youngstown
The Raymond John Wean Foundation, founded in 1949, enhances community well-being and vitality
The Raymond John Wean Foundation, founded in 1949, enhances community well-being and vitality
MOVIE REVIEWS | In local theaters
“30 DAYS OF NIGHT” (C): Vampires should have thought of this before: If you can’t come out during
ALCS SCHEDULE Indians vs. Red Sox
Oct. 12: Boston 10, Cleveland 3 Oct. 13: Cleveland 13, Boston 6, 11 innings Monday: Cleveland 4,
Teacher of the month
Teacher of the month CAMPBELL — Campbell Elementary second-grade teacher Nicholas Glatzer has been
Springfield holds off Lisbon to nab second win of the year
Leetonia, Wellsville, Western Reserve and Crestview earned ITCL wins. NEW MIDDLETOWN — Ron Synder
Nas defends album title
Nas defends album title NEW YORK — To some, it’s a hurtful racial epithet. For Nas, it’s an album
Some plants need the bumblebee’s buzz
Everyone notices that autumn brings shorter days, cooler temperatures and bright fall colors. But
Stock prices fall sharply
The Dow dropped for the fifth straight day. NEW YORK (AP) — The Dow Jones industrial average
Boxer’s team to KO illegal T-shirts
Printing companies have sold unofficial Pavlik T-shirts, an attorney says. YOUNGSTOWN — Team