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Stories published October 25, 2007
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Struthers man indicted for July homicide
Struthers man indicted for July homicide YOUNGSTOWN — A Struthers man has been indicted on charges
Fitch High dance line to get new costumes
Fitch High dance line to get new costumes AUSTINTOWN — The Fitch High School dance line will buy
City will check to see if business park property is OK
City will check to see if business park property is OK YOUNGSTOWN — The city will spend $32,180 to
Lewis gets 33 years in prison in Martwain Dill shooting
Lewis gets 33 years in prison in Martwain Dill shooting YOUNGSTOWN — A city man is going to prison
LOCAL TRICK OR TREAT HOURS
LOCAL TRICK OR TREAT HOURS A listing of trick-or-treat hours by county as submitted to The
County seeks independent review of services provided to jail inmates
County seeks independent review of services provided to jail inmates YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
Appellate court doesn’t reinstate Lorenzi to ballot
Appellate court doesn’t reinstate Lorenzi to ballot YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals
Youngstown park board won’t fight charter amendments in court
Youngstown park board won’t fight charter amendments in court YOUNGSTOWN — Although the city’s
Big bucks being spent in Poland mayoral race
Big bucks being spent in Poland mayoral race POLAND — It’s a part-time job that pays $8,000 a
Judge denies restraining order involving Lordstown sewer project
Judge denies restraining order involving Lordstown sewer project WARREN — A judge has denied a
Tasered woman wants jury trial soon
WARREN – Heidi Gill of Howland, who received national attention when a city policeman used a Taser
Abandoned cats overwhelm apartment
YOUNGSTOWN — “Don’t mind the smell.” Helen Zbell tossed the warning over her shoulder as she
Transportation available for East Side seniors
Transportation available for East Side seniors YOUNGSTOWN — The Associated Neighborhood Center is
Scholarship fund named for fallen cop grows
Scholarship fund named for fallen cop grows YOUNGSTOWN — Howard and Mary Kay Hartzell are
Blue Ribbon group backs school levy
YOUNGSTOWN — City voters have a choice, said Mayor Jay Williams. They can choose to pay now to
Blitz Bash 2007 takes over Poland Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — “Blitz Bash 2007” will mark the end of the Vindicator’s inaugural Blitz regular season
Local sports talk on TV tonight
YOUNGSTOWN — Watch 21 Sports Extra tonight at 7 p.m. on WBCB, the CW. Local sports veterans will
Burglary, robbery warrants issued for Youngstown man
YOUNGSTOWN — A search for Lamar Hough, 19, was under way today after a warrant was issued for his
Police find marijuana growing site
LORDSTOWN—A 27-year-old woman is charged with drug abuse and drug paraphernalia after police noticed
Wiring and shingles stolen at building site
YOUNGSTOWN — Thieves who struck a construction site on Baldwin Avenue stole copper wiring, seven
Tic Tac Fruit machines now illegal
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Slot-like gambling machines that have been proliferating throughout the state
Harvest celebration planned
Harvest celebration YOUNGSTOWN — Children of all ages are invited to a Harvest Celebration to be
Warren junior women plan champagne luncheon
Warren junior women plan champagne luncheon LIBERTY — Warren Junior Women’s League is planning its
Mercer Relay for Life kick-off event set
Mercer Relay for Life kick-off event set MERCER, PA. — The annual Mercer Relay for Life 2008 will
New Lions Club chartered in Salineville
New Lions Club chartered in Salineville SALINEVILLE — A new Lions Club, Salineville Southern Lions
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS • James Simpson and Brea Loewit-Simpson of Youngstown announce the birth of
Optimist Club elects Makosky president
Optimist Club elects Makosky president John R. Makosky of Campbell has been seated as president of
Vendors may reserve tables for craft show
Vendors may reserve tables for craft show BOARDMAN — Christian Assembly, 5050 South Ave., is
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Scranton, Pa., throws an ‘Office’ party
Scranton, Pa., throws an ‘Office’ party ALLENTOWN, Pa. — As Michael Scott, the clueless boss on
Green tames Tigers again
It was the third time in four years Howland has lost to the Bulldogs. HOWLAND — Unfortunately
Activists press for paid sick leave
Backers are collecting signatures to force a new bill before the Ohio Legislature. YOUNGSTOWN
Port authority debates hiring marketing staffer
The airport now charges a $4.50 per ticket fee. VIENNA — After being awarded $575,000 by the
Immigrant bill fails to reach floor
The Senate bill would have benefited those who were brought here illegally as children.
Poland drops Div. I contest to Hoover
NORTH CANTON — Jackie Nicodemo scored four goals Wednesday to lead the North Canton Hoover girls
Is crying more acceptable for men?
Perceptions of anger are also different in men and women. NEW YORK (AP) — “Please, please, please,
Indians GM looks ahead after disappointing finish
Mark Shapiro says signing C.C. Sabathia to a long-term contract is a priority. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Zoldan’s horses set for Cup
The B.J. Alan Fireworks owner has three horses running Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN — Bruce Zoldan’s
PROPOSED BILL Details
Highlights of a proposed state law that would require employers to offer sick days: Affected: All
Reader doubts that soap helps cramps
Q. You folks are ridiculous, superstitious and ignorant. How can you recommend a bar of soap under
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason A. Lind, 27, of 1722 Lynn Ave., Poland, and Tina M.
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: Norma Jean opening for Saosin. Alexisonfire and Envy on the Coast also on the bill.
Student Diversity Council leader YSU resigns
Joe Iesue said it’s time to focus on other organizations in which he’s involved. YOUNGSTOWN
'American Masters' explores darker side of ‘Peanuts’ creator
Charles Schulz could be rude like Lucy, playful like Snoopy or insecure like Linus. WOODSTOCK,
Division V race still uncertain
If high school football stadiums had out-of-town scoreboards, fans at Friday’s games involving South
Parents see good, bad in Internet
Parents are more concerned about content than how much time their children spend online, the study
Southwest Ohio schools report several MRSA cases
MRSA is spread by skin-to-skin contact and is more common in athletes. CINCINNATI (AP) — Several
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Owner punished for dog’s attack
CORTLAND — The owner of a dog that mauled a 6-year-old girl at Mosquito Lake State Park has been
‘THE DARJEELING LIMITED’
‘THE DARJEELING LIMITED’ Grade: B+. Director: Wes Anderson. Rating: R for language.
STAT LEADERS YSU vs. Northern Iowa
RUSHING YSU Att.Yds.TDs Ferlando Williams603958 Jabari Scott733623 Kevin Smith743597 Tom
Recognizing educational success
Fingerhut promised to increase access to a college education in the Valley. BOARDMAN — The
‘Prestige U’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be
Opinion: High school seniors who want to go to a selective college in the fall of 2008 should already be
In ‘Darjeeling Limited,’ Anderson’s love of the absurd remains evident
The actors do a good job of fleshing out their roles. It’s usually easy to sort movies into
Columbiana Co. sheriff seeks $2.9M budget
Sheriff David Smith told commissioners the department is just getting by financially. LISBON —
Pittsburgh Ballet is back in the black
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Ballet Theater says it didn’t lose money for the first time in six
‘DAN IN REAL LIFE’
‘DAN IN REAL LIFE’ Grade: C+ Director: Peter Hedges Running time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Rating:
“Grey’s Anatomy” (9 p.m., ABC): It’s Halloween on “Grey’s
“Grey’s Anatomy” (9 p.m., ABC): It’s Halloween on “Grey’s Anatomy” and the day is full of surprises
No. 1 ranked No. Iowa unbeaten
The Panthers will play host to YSU Saturday at a sold out UNIDome. YOUNGSTOWN — The University
Norma Jean mulls its future
The band is returning to Cleveland for a show Sunday. Committed for life? That’s the
Carell makes clichés fresh in sweet ‘Dan in Real Life’
The film recycles plots, but still gets its message across. In the movies, family reunions
Director says experience in India was ‘exciting and kind of scary’
The next project for Wes Anderson will be a stop-motion animation film. After directing such
Niles game is still on in spite of staph case
Public awareness about MRSA is causing more inquiries to the county health department. NILES —
Youngstown plans leaf collection
YOUNGSTOWN — The city is having its first leaf collection program next month, thanks to a grant from
Survey: Democrats preferred on issues
Democrats were trusted more on 10 out of 11 issues. Most Americans trust Democrats rather than
Symphony orchestra to do ‘The Beat Goes On’
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will present “The Beat Goes On” — the first in a
Nasal spray flu vaccine recommended for young kids
ATLANTA (AP) — Children as young as 2 can be given a nasal spray flu vaccine, a federal advisory
U.S. seeks $3 million from Delphi Corp.
The government questions how Delphi handled GM stock in 2000. DETROIT — The U.S. Department of
ACTORS
ACTORS Actors for a short local film. Location: Youngstown. Production dates: Saturdays in late
Student shot in arm by classmate
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A teenager who brought a gun to school planning to sell it accidentally fired
Renovating buildings will save money, architects tell officials
The county would save on the cost of the materials. LISBON — The Columbiana County
Congress must address crisis in Social Security
Opinion: Last Monday, the nation’s first baby boomer, Kathleen Casey-Kirschling of Cherry Hill, N.J, signed
Warren cop to have hearing
An internal investigation concluded the officer took unnecessary action during a traffic stop.
Residents advised to petition county about getting sewers
MINERAL RIDGE — About 25 residents of Weathersfield Township’s Heaton-Chute neighborhood, all
Freeways are jammed and air quality has closed schools and workplaces.
Freeways are jammed and air quality has closed schools and workplaces. Some transplanted Ohioans
Commissioners OK sewer project drawings
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners have approved the detailed drawings for a $1.5 million
City to consider contract for street extension project
This is the firm’s fourth contract with the city related to this project. YOUNGSTOWN — The
The Rotary Club of Warren’s third annual Chocolate Festival runs from 5-8 p.m. at Packard
The Rotary Club of Warren’s third annual Chocolate Festival runs from 5-8 p.m. at Packard Music
Ex-clerk relieved of paying auditing costs
WARREN — Judith DeJacimo, the former Warren Municipal Court deputy clerk convicted of stealing
Generally starts as small red bumps that resemble pimples, boils or spider bites.
Generally starts as small red bumps that resemble pimples, boils or spider bites. They can quickly
Westminster prof’s play selected for festival
Westminster prof’s play selected for festival NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — A play written by Andrew
Liberty home invasion
Liberty home invasion LIBERTY — Township police are looking for two men who entered a home,
LEAF PICKUP SCHEDULE
LEAF PICKUP SCHEDULE Youngstown The city, in cooperation with the Mahoning Valley Green Team,
NORTHFIELD PARK
NORTHFIELD PARK WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS 1st—Poster Boy (Rich) 4.80 3.40 2.80 Little Lightning
Carpentry program graduates 3rd student
YOUNGSTOWN — A nonprofit carpentry training program created to help people learn a gainful
Blackhawk seeks bankruptcy protection
The company failed in attempts to gain investments or new loan terms. YOUNGSTOWN — Blackhawk
EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION Top school districts
Eleven local school districts earned the state’s highest designation, ‘excellent.’ The school
Official refuses to resign from board
Lazor said she can be objective while on the elections board. MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County
Teachers honored for making impact
The teacher reception was a simple ‘thank you’ for a job well done. YOUNGSTOWN — Sometimes
911 upgrade makes county eligible to receive state grants
The 911 center will soon be able to ID cell phone calls. MERCER, Pa. — Upgrades in the county’s
Library to screen ‘Call of Cthulhu’ by H.P. Lovecraft
WARREN — Just in time for Halloween, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library will screen a “new”
Firefighters gain ground as winds ease a bit in Calif.
Calls made in a reverse-911 system led to quick, orderly evacuations. SAN DIEGO (AP) — A merciful
Bush challenges Cuba to grant freedom
The president said he won’t compromise on the trade embargo with the island. WASHINGTON — In his
Man fatally shot on Volney Road
There was a semiautomatic handgun inches from the victim’s right hand. YOUNGSTOWN — City
Many in health care resist testing for MRSA
The drug-resistant staph germ kills nearly 19,000 each year in the U.S., the government estimates.
Revised charges filed in O.J. Simpson case
Revised charges filed in O.J. Simpson case LAS VEGAS — New charges of felony coercion were filed
Facebook sells stake to Microsoft for $240M
The deal values four-year-old Facebook at $15 billion. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Rapidly rising
Salem captures Div. II district volleyball title
It was the second straight title for the Quakers who defeated Field. BOARDMAN — Even though
Linebackers to play key role on Saturday
OSU’s James Laurinaitis and Penn State’s Dan Connor are two of the best. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) —
hHow is that for openers?
hHow is that for openers? kPERHAPS THERE was no better gauge of what should or could have been for
Poker players seek change in online gaming law
WASHINGTON — In the evenings, Don Signore used to go to the local bar to play a few hands of poker.
Missing man
Missing man GREENVILLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police say an Otter Creek Township man has been
Proposed pay cut raises public’s ire
STRUTHERS — Proposed 20 percent pay cuts for incoming Mayor Terry P. Stocker and Auditor Tina Morell
Browns’ Baxter finally put on injured reserve
The defensive back was trying to come back from two freak knee injuries. BEREA (AP) — Gary Baxter
City finances prevent purchase of Tasers
The police department’s fuel costs are on pace to be twice its budgeted amount. YOUNGSTOWN —
BoSox romp 13-1 in Series opener
BoSox romp 13-1 in Series opener BOSTON (AP) — Josh Beckett, Dustin Pedroia and the Boston Red Sox
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