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Stories published October 26, 2007
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Wal-Mart eyes site for store in Canfield
Wal-Mart eyes site for store in Canfield CANFIELD — Wal-Mart is interested in building a store on
Warren lawyer to spend 20 days in jail
Warren lawyer to spend 20 days in jail LISBON — A Warren attorney has been ordered to turn himself
Warren lauds police officer for his service
Warren lauds police officer for his service WARREN — A city police officer is being recognized for
Niles Halloween parade Sunday afternoon
Niles Halloween parade Sunday afternoon NILES — The city’s Halloween parade begins at 2 p.m.
Man who threatened judge gets probation
Man who threatened judge gets probation YOUNGSTOWN — A man who threatened to kill Judge R. Scott
No charges filed against woman who abandoned her baby
No charges filed against woman who abandoned her baby SHARON, Pa. — Sharon police have decided not
Training time for poll workers
YOUNGSTOWN — It’s not as easy as it looks. That’s why each of the more than 1,000 people who serve
Vandals hit Poland schools
POLAND — Vandals exhibited unsportsman-like conduct in anticipation of the big high school football
Real estate market looks better
The local real estate market, struggling for some time, is showing improvement, at least in Trumbull
Youngstown shares $5.8 million grant to fight violence
YOUNGSTOWN — The city is one of eight local jurisdictions and state and federal agencies to share in
Title clerk indicted for theft
WARREN – A former deputy clerk in the Trumbull County Clerk of Court’s Office will be arraigned
High court cites ex-lawyer for contempt
COLUMBUS – Former Boardman attorney Edward F. Sturgeon faces even more troubles with the Ohio
Thinking big, but looking small
YOUNGSTOWN — Alan Koch came to Youngstown looking for something really small that would help his
Judgeship hopefuls put best letters forward
Opinion: The impending retirement of Mahoning County Probate Judge Timothy P. Maloney allows Ted Strickland to make his third judicial appointment in the Mahoning Valley during his first year as governor.
New lawyers from the Valley
Some 1,017 of the 1,251 people who took the Ohio Bar Exam in July have passed, the Ohio Supreme
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups plan events
CLUB CALENDAR ASSOCIATIONS • American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will
Bush: Sanctions aren’t prelude to war
Byrd likened the sanctions to the ‘chest-pounding’ that preceded the invasion of Iraq. WASHINGTON
Mad genius on display in obscure video games
Cult hits like ’Katamari,’ ’Chibi-Robo’ get surprising sequels. I love weird games. Oh, I
Girard topples Rebels
SALEM — The rationale behind the libero in high school volleyball is to give teams an extra
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Food giveaway, 9 to 11 a.m.
HALLOWEEN HIGHLIGHTS On television
When it comes to holidays, Halloween is No. 2 for the tube, right behind Christmas. The next week’s
Tasered woman wants closure
She will go on trial Jan. 7 in Warren Municipal Court. WARREN — Heidi Gill of Howland, who
Officials tout pandemic preparedness
A group has been formed to recruit professionals who can be called upon in an emergency.
State’s rules kept aircraft from helping any sooner
A group of C-130 cargo planes lacked tanks to carry the heavy load of fire retardant. LOS ANGELES
MODERN MUSIC: Lotus, a five-piece band that fuses electronic dance music with instrumental post-
MODERN MUSIC: Lotus, a five-piece band that fuses electronic dance music with instrumental post-
10 Taliban killed
10 Taliban killed KANDAHAR, Afghanistan — U.S.-led coalition and Afghan troops attacked a
Shuttle docks with space station
For the first time, women simultaneously manage two spacecraft. HOUSTON (AP) — The crew aboard the
Milton Township Trustees deserve a hand, not a slap
Opinion: Milton Township Trustees deserve a hand, not a slap EDITOR: In an Oct. 5 letter on “It’s past
New law strengthens definition of ‘skill-based’ slotlike machines
COLUMBUS (AP) — Slotlike gambling machines that have been proliferating throughout the state as a
East hoping for postseason
The Panthers rolled over Chaney 45-8, but must now wait to see if they get into the playoffs.
NATURALIZATION
NATURALIZATION New citizens Judge Timothy E. Franken presided in Mahoning County Common Pleas
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Springfield Township trustees, special meeting, 8 a.m., Springfield Township
State justices refuse to hear courtroom case
GIRARD — City officials still have no clear understanding of who decides who uses the courtroom
Bomber kills 21 in Pakistan
The pro-Taliban cleric in the region has been singing the praises of jihad and suicide bombers.
Kushner writing play to premiere at Guthrie Theater next spring
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner is writing a new play that will
AREA COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW | Saturday’s games
Walsh (3-5, 0-4 MSFA Mideast) vs. Ohio Dominican (8-0, 4-0) When: 12:30 p.m., Panther Field,
Support for fund pleases fallen officer’s parents
The scholarship fund has reached more than $150,000 in just five years. YOUNGSTOWN — Howard
GATEWAY FOOTBALL CONFERENCE
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Detective: Shooting was in self-defense
YOUNGSTOWN — A home invasion likely led to the shooting death of Joeray L. Redmond, a city detective
Judge refuses to release names of accused officers
In July, the aldermen received a list of officers, but the names were blacked out. CHICAGO (AP) —
Muslim charity has ties to terrorists
Opinion: A federal judge in Dallas declared a mistrial in the case of the Holy Land Foundation for Relief and
Blue Ribbon Committee pushes for passage of 9.5-mill school levy
YOUNGSTOWN — City voters have a choice, said Mayor Jay Williams. They can choose to pay now to
For Canfield trustee, Moracco
For Canfield trustee, Moracco A shrewder politician would have put off any talk of a “merger”
Columbiana councilman jailed over divorce
LISBON — Columbiana Councilman William R. Kimpel is serving a 30-day sentence in Columbiana County
Jury debates punishment for killer of mom-to-be
The decision for the death penalty must be unanimous. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Lisa Montgomery’s fate
Bush, Cheney beating the war drums again
Opinion: Hold on to your seats, ladies and gentlemen. It sounds like the president and vice president are
hHalloween gets even more serious
hHalloween gets even more serious kTHE SKULL ROOM at the 13th annual Gate Haunted House in Baton
Tempting a three-barrel bluffer
Poker has changed in many ways. The game has mainstreamed and its tactics have evolved. And there
Officials want services for jail inmates reviewed
The sheriff says his request to terminate CCA’s services is not politically motivated.
Third-quarter earnings at Timken fall 11-percent
The company’s stock price fell 8 percent. CANTON (AP) — The Timken Co., a maker of engineered
House Dems fall short on children’s health bill
Only one Democrat opposed the bill, and 43 Republicans supported it. WASHINGTON — Following a
Man held in slaying, cannibalism arraigned
Police said the suspect told them he cooked the flesh to feed it to dogs. MEXICO CITY (AP) — An
Ruling keeps Lorenzi off fall ballot
YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals has refused to reinstate a Youngstown city council
Cultural lesson ends with feast
YOUNGSTOWN — For weeks, Eagle Heights Academy students have spent their social studies classes
Pa. police officer held in sex crimes
Police said the officer also contacted girls through MySpace.com. HARRISBURG (AP) — A small-town
BOXING CARD Yankee Lake
1. Nikki Odem (115 lbs., Sharon) vs. Candace Berman (115 lbs., Pittsburgh) 2. Tab Gordon (125
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” CBS.
Militants muscle in on rackets
TIKRIT, Iraq — Iraqi insurgents and sectarian militias are funding their deadly activities by
Getting errands done while on company time
A growing number of companies are embellishing their benefits packages with ‘concierge services.’
Man sentenced for his role in shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — A city man is going to prison for at least 33 years for his role in a fatal daylight
CROSS COUNTRY | Regional preview
When: Saturday Where: Boardman High School AREA QUALIFIERS Division I Boys team: Boardman (Matt
Mooney needs overtime to get past Howland
The Cardinals reached the regionals for the seventh straight time in a 1-0 win. STRUTHERS —
Developers eye plan for Sharon
City council expects to have an agreement with the developers by next week. SHARON, Pa. — City
Abandoned cats found in South Side apartment
Last April, 28 cats were taken from the apartment. YOUNGSTOWN — “Don’t mind the smell.”
UAW likely to OK Chrysler contract
Workers at one Chrysler plant have yet to vote on the new union contract. DETROIT (AP) — The
Best Bets on TV Tonight
“Ghost Whisperer” (8 p.m., CBS): The return of Gabriel (Ignacio Serricchio) on “Ghost Whisperer”
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD Saturday
Poll: 34 percent of people believe in ghosts, UFOs
More liberals than conservatives report seeing ghosts. WASHINGTON (AP) — It was bad enough when
Man indicted on murder, arson charges
YOUNGSTOWN — A Struthers man has been indicted on charges stemming from a July 24 homicide and fire
Case against Muslim charity was flawed
Opinion: Thanks to some jurors in a Dallas courtroom who refused to bow to religious bigotry and political
Truck driver stole masterpiece, officials say
Truck driver stole masterpiece, officials say TRENTON, N.J. — A truck driver who stole an art
NATION
NATION GM workers will have to wait on buyout details DETROIT — Hourly workers at General Motors
The Youngstown City School District wants voters to approve a 9.5-mill levy next month, and the
The Youngstown City School District wants voters to approve a 9.5-mill levy next month, and the
Progress made in difficult fight against wildfires
The president promised Californians that things will be better tomorrow. RUNNING SPRINGS, Calif.
Tori Amos, alter egos take charge with her latest tour
The singer-songwriter’s latest album is ‘American Doll Posse.’ Taking the power back.
Company denied restraining order
The village solicitor says he expects approval of the state loan. WARREN — A judge has denied
Suspect surrenders
Suspect surrenders YOUNGSTOWN — A search for Lamar Hough, 19, ended Thursday when he surrendered
15 bouts on tap at Yankee Lake
BROOKFIELD — A pre-Halloween fight card will take place Saturday at the Yankee Lake “Brawlroom” with
Boardman regional full of talent
The meet begins at 11:05 a.m. BOARDMAN — Many of the coaches bringing teams to the Division I,
“It was very intense. On the call, it was like, ‘This area, go! This area, go!’ In
Opinion: “It was very intense. On the call, it was like, ‘This area, go! This area, go!’ In 2003 there was
THE LINEUPS \ YSU vs. Northern Iowa
YSU OFFENSE TE — (87) DERRICK BUSH (6-4, 270, Jr.); (81) Louis Irizarry (6-5, 255, Sr.) RT — (66)
FLU VACCINE
FLU VACCINE Info you need to know All children 6 months to 5 years old, anyone 50 and older and
City to determine if land is environmentally safe
The study will take 45 days. YOUNGSTOWN — The city will spend $32,180 to determine if 55 acres
Crunch time for YSU at unbeaten N. Iowa
The Penguins, with three losses so far, can’t afford another setback. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
Commission won’t fight amendments
The commission had wanted to spend city money to hire an attorney. YOUNGSTOWN — Although the
BP settles price-fixing, environmental charges
BP’s president apologized for the company’s actions. WASHINGTON (AP) — Global energy giant BP PLC
CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Pre-general election Candidates and issue committees on the Nov. 6 general election ballot had until Thursday to file campaign finance reports for activity through Oct. 17. Only
MAHONING COUNTY YOUNGSTOWN CITY COUNCIL 3rd Ward Jamael Tito Brown (D): Had, $2,147;
Man charged in court incident
GIRARD — An Austintown man will be back in Girard Municipal Court to face charges he racked up while
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael W. Hake, 43. of 14800 Bandy Road, Alliance, and Glenda
Hair lock of Che Guevara auctioned for $100,000
There was only one bid for the 3-inch tress. DALLAS (AP) — A hair lock snipped from Ernesto “Che”
Maytag factory in Iowa closes its doors
NEWTON, Iowa (AP) — The last washers and dryers were rolling off Maytag assembly lines here
New Castle gun dealer faces charges
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A New Castle, Pa., gun dealer is accused of selling weapons without a valid
Money is not an issue in Poland mayoral race
An elections board gave the incorrect filing deadline to candidates. It’s a part-time job
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Red Sox top Rockies, take 2-0 series lead
BOSTON (AP) — First a blowout, then a nail-biter. October ace Curt Schilling and Boston’s stingy
Vindy.com News Podcast for October 26, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday October 26, 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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