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Dot the I, pop the question
COLUMBUS — For Greg Kirchner, a 2000 Boardman High School graduate, the ideal place to ask his
YSU/OSU Live | Final thoughts
Midway through the postgame interviews, a group of “reporters” (please note the quotation marks)
Buhl Day has blossomed
HERMITAGE, Pa. — For many folks in the Shenango Valley, the first Monday of September isn’t Labor
Owners: Auction is not for sale
ROGERS — The Rogers Community Auction is not being sold to Wal-Mart or anyone else — out-of-control
Barn rises from ashes
WARREN — Barb Clifford still finds it hard to believe that anyone would purposely set a fire in a
Canfield Fair is all about growth and change
CANFIELD — David Myers, 78, remembers when a carnival game at the Canfield Fair required contestants
Football doesn’t stop the fair
CANFIELD — Football did not stop the fair. Only a couple hundred people gathered around a very big
Michigan Shocked By Appalachian State
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — What was supposed to be a tuneup turned into a stunner: Appalachian State 34, No. 5 Michigan 32.
YSU/OSU Live | OSU wins 38-6
It’s over at Ohio Stadium with Ohio State defeating Youngstown State 38-6. Odds-makers apparently
YSU/OSU Live | Third quarter highlights
Ohio State made it 24-3 with 9:41 left in the third quarter on a Ryan Pretorius 24-yard field goal.
YSU/OSU Live | Football fashion
COLUMBUS — If you’re not wearing red, white or gray in Ohio Stadium, you run the risk of drawing
YSU/OSU Live | Second quarter highlights
Ohio State running back Chris “Beanie” Wells plunged over for a 1-yard touchdown to make it 14-0 on
YSU/OSU Live | Wishful thinking?
Although the score at the end of the first quarter was 7-0 in favor of Ohio State, the scoreboard
YSU/OSU Live | First quarter highlights
Ohio State scored just over five minutes into the game on its first possession on a 3-yard TD pass
YSU/OSU Live | More important than an ex-coach?
COLUMBUS — While membership has its privileges, it only goes so far. Earle Bruce, the former
YSU/OSU Live | Ten minutes ’till kickoff
Two years ago, I covered the YSU-Pitt game at Heinz Field. The Panthers weren’t very good that year
YSU/OSU Live | The diplomat
Norma Watson, Jim Tressel’s mother-in-law, takes the diplomatic approach when it comes to the game.
YSU/OSU Live | “Everybody’s having a great time”
COLUMBUS — About 100 Youngstown State University fans — and even a few Ohio State University
YSU/OSU Live | Men in black
A classic Christmas song begins, “Up on the housetop reindeer paws, out jumps good ol’ Santa Claus.”
YSU/OSU Live | The game is a family affair
COLUMBUS — It’s a sea of red outside Ohio Stadium as thousands of fans enjoy themselves before the
YSU/OSU Live | Morning McFlurry in Columbus
Good morning, Youngstown. If you’re like me, you woke up at 6:30 a.m. after getting 3 1/2
U.S. OPEN
U.S. OPEN Friday At The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center New York Purse: $19.653
FRIDAY’S COLLEGE FOOTBALL
FRIDAY’S COLLEGE FOOTBALL EAST Muhlenberg 15, College of N.J. 0 Navy 30, Temple 19 Wagner
Lead-paint question will be up to voters
Petitioners will need 241,366 valid signatures to get the question on the ballot. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Indians rally for win
Indians rally for win Down 5-0 the Cleveland Indians defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-5 to win
Clippers’ rally stuns Leetonia
Down 21-0 at halftime, Columbiana eventually won in overtime. LEETONIA — Trailing 21-0 at
Military chiefs share their concerns with President Bush
Bush is likely to stay with his current policy. WASHINGTON (AP) — At a key juncture in the Iraq
Senior quarterback-running back Sal Battles accounted for 14 points and 165 total yards.
Senior quarterback-running back Sal Battles accounted for 14 points and 165 total yards.
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
LOCAL
LOCAL Parks patrol blitz CORTLAND — Officers at Mosquito Lake, Lake Milton and West Branch State
SEND US YOUR PICTURES
SEND US YOUR PICTURES The Vindicator has a new feature — Fan-tastic — that looks at football
Erie slots parlor will also offer horse racing with top trainers
It’s not clear yet if casinos will make horse racing popular at the smaller venues. ERIE, Pa. (AP)
THE BIG GAME | Where to see, hear it
These are some of the places locally where fans can catch the Ohio State-Youngstown State football
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 1st—Padre (Gonzalez)8.403.002.20 Prized Leader (Cloninger)2.602.10
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP SHARP AQUOS 500 Friday qualifying; Sunday’s race At California Speedway
Canfield woman’s recipe wins $200
CANFIELD — Judges favored Delight Orzechowski’s Exposed Mountain Delights in the Family Friendly
A bear, timber wolves and mountain lions entertain four times each day at the Canfield Fair FAIR DARE Walk on the wild side
HE’S A SPECIMEN OF good breeding, 500 pounds with thick, black fur. But “Sadie” didn’t come to the
“Friday Night Lights” (8 p.m., NBC): Here’s another chance to catch last
“Friday Night Lights” (8 p.m., NBC): Here’s another chance to catch last season’s best new show,
Officials: Craig to step down
Virginia Sen. John Warner, a Republican, announced that he will not seek a sixth term. BOISE,
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The correct spelling of the name of the Canfield Fair’s international program
Rob Zombie’s ‘Halloween’ lacks the dark humor of the original
The film reveals how horror icon Michael Myers became so evil. There’s a phantom stalking Rob
Duke lacrosse prosecutor sentenced to day in jail
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Mike Nifong, the disgraced former Durham County district attorney, was held in
Official: Retroactive insurance is bogus
Homeowners approached to buy this kind of insurance are urged to contact the Ohio Department of
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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Wow, what a rally: Indians drop Sox 8-5
Cleveland has gone 12-3 since Aug. 15 and hold a 41⁄2 game division lead. CLEVELAND (AP) — Casey
For Canfield defense, victory tastes sweet
Luke Franken had three sacks to lead the Cardinals past Canton South. CANFIELD — Canfield
Keeping kids in the know
One program uses baseball to keep kids interested in learning during the summer. NEW YORK — The
Buffett now owns 15% of Texas railroad
Interest by the legendary investor has attracted others to railroad stocks. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) —
View human life in terms of trade offs
Opinion: A whole nation following the tragedy of a mine cave-in in Utah was struck by the further tragedy of
Strickland, Brunner donate Hsu’s funds
The money will feed the hungry and help with flood relief. COLUMBUS (AP) — Gov. Ted Strickland is
Students face charges related to explosives
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Egyptian students at the University of South Florida were indicted Friday on
Engler’s name to be on ballot after official verified signature
The school board member found the one additional valid signature he needs. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Panel chooses three finalists for court seat
COLUMBUS — Two members of the Mahoning County prosecutor’s office and one common pleas magistrate
President Bush announces proposal for mortgage relief
Bush said the government has a ‘limited’ role to play. WASHINGTON — The White House is proposing
Fitzgerald Toussaint ran for 239 yards and four TDs as Liberty beat Struthers.
Fitzgerald Toussaint ran for 239 yards and four TDs as Liberty beat Struthers. LIBERTY — A
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY | Degree candidates
Because the list of Youngstown State University candidates had to be prepared in advance, it is
Hubbard rolls over Warren JFK
The win marked Brian Hoffman’s first victory as the Eagles’ new coach. HUBBARD — A week after
Monster.com to upgrade security
Data stolen from Monster can help online criminals. By now, the perils of securing online data
Director compares movie to ‘Batman’ prequel
Michael Myers is joining the ranks of James Bond and Batman: characters whose film franchises have
Celebrate Hispanic heritage
September is Hispanic Heritage Month, and I’m glad to see my old friend Henry Guzman will be a part
Austintown striptease club developer sues township fire department, official
Harassment by fire and building officials obstructs free speech, the lawsuit says. YOUNGSTOWN
CAMPUS NOTES\ In the spotlight
Carrie Hubbard, daughter of Dr. Gary and Carol Hubbard of Canfield, completed a summer internship
Swim baits are a must for contests
Once they try them, anglers don’t go back to traditional bait. FRESNO, Calif. — Until a
Salem man held in Fla. slaying
LISBON — A Salem man is to remain in the Columbiana County Jail until Florida authorities provide
PGA DEUTSCHE BANK
PGA DEUTSCHE BANK Friday At TPC Boston Norton, Mass. Purse: $7 million Yardage: 7,207;
National College starts Tuesday
National College starts Tuesday YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Campus of National College, 3481 Belmont
Possible remains found of mythical chupacabra
Possible remains found of mythical chupacabra CUERO, Texas — Phylis Canion lived in Africa for
Meeting house chosen for Tucci, Caldwell wedding
XLOWELLVILLE — Anthony and Suzanne Tucci, 5565 New Castle Road, are announcing the engagement of
Chaney is blanked by Alliance, 23-0
ALLIANCE — The Alliance High football team scored three touchdowns in the first half Friday to
SALES TAX Comparisons, changes
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NFL ROUNDUP \ Friday’s games
Bengals 14, Colts 6 CINCINNATI — Peyton Manning and Carson Palmer were spectators for a preseason
Ursuline blanks East Liverpool; Harding cruises
YOUNGSTOWN — For the second straight week, the Ursuline High football team posted a big shutout
Barton, Perez to reunite at ’Shoe
They were teammates at Massillon Perry. COLUMBUS — Youngstown State senior defensive back Bob
Long-awaited matchup puts fans in football heaven
Thousands from the Valley will attend today’s game. DURING THE PAST 45 YEARS, Rocco Fumi of
Parents announce plans for Bees, Calcagni wedding
XPlans for the early autumn wedding of Kaytee Bees of Boardman and Dr. Chris Calcagni of Austintown
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Rabbi speaks at Muslim assembly
He is the first Jewish leader to attend the event. ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) — Reform Rabbi Eric Yoffie
AMERICAN CONFERENCE
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Apple declines to sell NBC shows on iTunes
NBC told Apple it would end its contract at the end of December. NEW YORK — Apple Inc.
AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 8, WHITE SOX 5
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McDonald belts Windham
Devin O’Brien had a part in two touchdowns as Brookfield blanked Jackson-Milton, 23-0. WINDHAM —
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott N. Fabry, 27, of 167 Baker Drive, McKnight, Pa., and
Tickets for playhouse from Mahoning Valley HBA
Tickets for playhouse from Mahoning Valley HBA The charitable committee of the Home
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Today Who: Scrappers vs. State College at Eastwood Field When: 7:05 p.m. Up next: The
NEWS SHOWS \ Sunday topics
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., and
2 Afghan soldiers killed in bombing
Rockets fired at a coalition based hit houses in a village. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A suicide
High school prank led to first computer virus
Unlike many viruses today, the ninth-grader’s virus wasn’t malicious. NEW YORK (AP) — What began
IRAQ Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: The U.S. military announced Friday the deaths of two more U.S.
Boardman finishes off Toledo Start
Boardman scored early and often to win 49-6. BOARDMAN — They say that a football team makes
Delphi settles investors suits
Delphi workers in Dayton approved a contract that will close their plant. Delphi Corp. announced
Diana remembered Prince Harry recalls a loving and caring mother
The bishop of London called for an end to recriminations. LONDON (AP) — It was not the vision of
Ganyard powers Niles; Poland falls to Normandy
NILES — Nate Ganyard rushed for 137 yards on 11 carries Friday to lead the Niles High football team
THURSDAY’S GAMES
THURSDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 5, Boston 0 Detroit 6, Kansas City 1 Cleveland
MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 9, Twins 4 Twins 5, Royals 0 MINNEAPOLIS — Scott Baker came within
Traffic stop yields gun
Traffic stop yields gun YOUNGSTOWN — A .22-caliber revolver was found Thursday evening under the
Custody battle moves to S. Korea
The mother and son are believed to be in South Korea. HUBBARD — City resident Richard Melanson
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
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REGION
REGION Dominion customers to get 1-month decrease CLEVELAND — Dominion East Ohio customers who
Nonteaching workers get raises in 2 years of pact
BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Local Board of Education had some good news Friday. The board had a
Crosscutters shut down Scrappers’ O
Mahoning Valley had a chance to win it in the ninth but came up short. WILLIAMSPORT — On the
Henry, Powell spark Mohawk’s 34-14 win
BESSEMER, Pa. — Michael Henry caught 24- and 10-yard touchdown passes from quarterback Seth Powell
Brewers slip past Pirates, inch closer to Central lead
Adam LaRoche hit his 20th homer of the season for Pittsburgh. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Yovani Gallardo
FBI seeking callers overseas in bomb threats across U.S.
Officials said copycats are complicating the original investigation. CLEVELAND (AP) — The FBI is
NOTEBOOK \ Scrappers
Locked in: The Scrappers were sporting a 35-31 mark heading into Friday night’s game. Although the
Religion group mixes in politics
The group refuses to release the names of people behind its political initiatives. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Agreement resolves disputes with hospital
The settlement will prevent related claims or lawsuits. YOUNGSTOWN — The failed Valley
3 on Brookfield board seek dismissal of suit
The trial in the suit against three school board members could begin Friday. WARREN — Three
Governor’s executive orders constitutional, precedential
Opinion: “Ohioans are not well served with government by executive order, but the governor continues to issue
Immunity sought for spy program
The ACLU has filed lawsuits against Verizon and AT&T. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Bush administration
$280,000 granted for sewer line
WARREN — The Ohio Department of Development has awarded Trumbull County a $280,000 grant that will
House tagged uninhabitable
YOUNGSTOWN — The stench inside a house at 1554 Oak Lane were too much for officers, who found it
Americans must be ready for disasters
Opinion: Nobody likes to ponder the potential effects of devastating disasters, from the destruction of homes
Snub for American families
Opinion: New York Daily News: The number of Americans who lack health insurance leaped by more than 2 million
Spellbinding tales of Sin City crimes
The series explores the sad lives of both victims and perpetrators. NEW YORK — This is reality
Lung cancer treatment revamped
The new method calls for treatment based on the tumor’s size. Thousands more lung cancer
Wall Street gains big
The Dow is up 7 percent for the year, despite the recent ups and downs. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall
Memorial portraits offer bereaved parents comfort
OUNT VERNON, Ohio (AP) — After the death of an infant, the last thing on most parents’ minds is
Sales tax revenues for counties in Mahoning Valley increase
Sales tax collections in Mahoning and Trumbull counties rose slightly in the first half of the year,
Don’t abandon guardsmen, reservists
Opinion: America must quit treating its National Guardsmen and reserves like second-class soldiers. To an
Steady Stadelmyer helps guide Girard
The Indians ground out a 34-0 victory over Campbell. GIRARD — Girard’s defense stymied
Austintown-based pizza shop expands into Tennessee
The operator of the shop had worked at Delphi Packard Electric for 17 years. AUSTINTOWN — A
MDA, business are topics for WFMJ show
YOUNGSTOWN — On Sunday’s “Community Connection” show, host Madonna Chism Pinkard will interview
Law lets pupils carry fast-acting inhalers
Many parents said their kids can’t carry inhalers in school. COLUMBUS — Many parents, and even
Couple wins second jackpot in eight years
NEW YORK (AP) — How lucky can you get? Adeline and Eugene Angelo won $5 million Thursday after
Cops say comedian urinated on sidewalk
Cops say comedian urinated on sidewalk COLUMBUS — Comedian Andy Dick was cited by police who said
TV guests to speak about conference on Hispanic heritage
YOUNGSTOWN — Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, and a Hispanic Heritage Conference will
Summer’s ending, but good fishing is just starting
Labor Day weekend is the beginning of the end of summer, but not of the fishing season. Actually,
‘HALLOWEEN’
‘HALLOWEEN’ Grade: D Directed by: Rob Zombie Rating: R for violence, nudity, sex, language,
State quarter showcases natural heritage
Polls remind us repeatedly that a majority of Americans favor policies that protect the environment.
Mineral Ridge blanks Grand Valley
South Range also won easily on the road while Crestview lost at home to Marlington. ORWELL — A.J.
McNeely leads Warriors 28-14
Mathews and Champion stayed unbeaten while Southeast got its first win. LISBON — Steve McNeely
September is Hispanic Heritage Month
Opinion: September is Hispanic Heritage Month, and I'm glad to see my old friend Henry Guzman will be a part of the local activities planned at Youngstown State University.
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