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Computer glitch displaces 400 OSU fans
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A computer glitch caused a ticket mix-up that displaced about 400 Ohio State
40-year-old man injured by tree
SHARON — A 40-year-old man was injured about 3:55 p.m. Saturday when a part of a dead tree fell and
Adding a blog to your home page
Q. I’m trying to figure out how to embed a blog in an already-created home page. People have said to
OSU VS. YSU logo Proud despite loss Penguins made Buckeyes work, OSU’s Tressel says
Pride for YSU team Obviously disappointed by the outcome, Youngstown State University fans were
Game is setting; next is wedding
Those around the couple didn’t notice the proposal. COLUMBUS — For Greg Kirchner, a 2000
NO. 11 OHIO ST. 38, YOUNGSTOWN ST. 6
NO. 11 OHIO ST. 38, YOUNGSTOWN ST. 6 Youngstown St.0330—6 Ohio St.714314—38 First Quarter
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Willis R. Miller, 24, of 6826 Mayfield Road, Windsor, and
Isaly’s becomes a new restaurant
The restaurant has been remodeled. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — There’s one less Isaly’s in the
Juried exhibition to open in Salem
SALEM —The Hoyt Artists Association’s third annual juried exhibition will open Saturday at the
Gabricks mark anniversary on family vacation
XAUSTINTOWN — The celebration of the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gabrick, 291 S.
Buddy Hub lets you share your connections
Before I tell you about Ultra’s new Buddy Hub, you need to know what a hub is so if you’re not
LIQUOR LICENSES
LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers
EDUCATION
EDUCATION YOUNGSTOWN — Craig Bickley, executive director of human resources for the Columbus
Truman Library turns 50
Gifts from heads of state are on display in the exhibit. INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (AP) — The Truman
Tressel: Playing old pals ‘tough’
OSU coach Jim Tressel said YSU coach Jon Heacock is like a brother to him. COLUMBUS — If you
Roy Passarelli, president and owner of Vital Record Storage of Youngstown, was awarded The Ron
Roy Passarelli, president and owner of Vital Record Storage of Youngstown, was awarded The Ron
“Mad Men” marathon (10 a.m., AMC): For those who want to escape on Labor Day without a
“Mad Men” marathon (10 a.m., AMC): For those who want to escape on Labor Day without a car trip, AMC
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
TOP PARKS
TOP PARKS Outside Orlando Can’t get the family to an Orlando theme-park this year? That’s OK.
YSU holds rushers to 147
Defensive tackle Mychal Savage saw positive results from training camp drills. COLUMBUS —
Implant detection
Implant detection More than half of all orthopedic implants can be detected by airport metal
‘IT’S NOT BIG IT’S LARGE’
‘IT’S NOT BIG IT’S LARGE’ Lyle Lovett and His Large Band (Curb/Lost Highway) Grade: D+ The
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Aug. 25 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini
Local trucker hits the road to deliver safety messages
It took a lot of work to become a member of the elite team. BERLIN CENTER — A local truck
JoAnne Worley returns to Broadway
She’s earning rave reviews for her work in ‘The Drowsy Chaperone.’ NEW YORK — JoAnne Worley
ACCESSIBLE HIKING IN VERMONT
ACCESSIBLE HIKING IN VERMONT Camel’s Hump View Trail, Camel’s Hump State Park, Duxbury. Take Exit
Book festival
Book festival COLUMBUS — The Ohioana Book Festival is set for Sept. 15 at Ohioana/State Library
Behavioral medicine is vital part of Forum’s mission
Opinion: Behavioral medicine is vital part of Forum’s mission EDITOR: As a Forum Health employee and an
Italian dinner show to honor 2 women
Italian dinner show to honor 2 women YOUNGSTOWN — Attorney Lynn Sfara Bruno and real estate agency
Grape fests let feet do the work
The grape-stomping is more about showmanship than it is about preparing grapes for winemaking.
Families reunite at YSU-OSU game
There were split allegiances: Shaun Lane plays for OSU, Ben Lane for YSU. COLUMBUS — It’s a
TOP 10 \ World’s best
TOP 10 \ World’s best The top cities in the world, from Travel + Leisure’s 2007 readers’ poll:
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Today Who: Scrappers vs. State College at Eastwood Field When: 6:05 p.m. Up next: The
It’s really got a hold on them
People intimately involved in local theater explain their love of the stage. HY DO THEY DO
‘Dancing with Stars’ champ to host show
‘Dancing with Stars’ champ to host show LOS ANGELES — “Dancing with the Stars” champion Drew
In Watkins Glen, surprises abound
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — The Finger Lakes region of west-central New York unfolds like a Monet landscape
Payouts in cash make ‘fruit’ slots illegal
Opinion: Manufacturers of the Tic-Tac-Fruit electronic games and the like aren’t fighting Gov. Ted
Vt. trails open to wheelchair users
The past couple of decades have seen a push to make the outdoors more accessible. DUXBURY, Vt.
Westminster wins opener by 7 points against Allegheny
Brett Myers finished with 23 completions on 33 attempts for 228 yards . MEADVILLE, Pa. — When
READ LIST FOR FALL
NEW YORK — This fall’s most star-studded book tour will feature Joan Didion, Seymour Hersh, Doris
HONORS
HONORS Qualified in T-45C Marine Corps 1st Lt. Daniel S. Vanes carrier qualified in the T-45C on
Social trends color business
The group has been forecasting trends since 1915. ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — You will find it
The Penguins made the No. 10-ranked Buckeyes work hard during the close first half.
The Penguins made the No. 10-ranked Buckeyes work hard during the close first half. COLUMBUS —
FUN THINGS TO DO AT THE FAIR FOR FREE
Woodcarving demonstrations, usually every day from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Fine Arts Building.
DAY-BY-DAY FEES
ADMISSION Today and Monday Children: 6 and under, free. Youths: Ages 7-12, $2. Adults: Age
Mooney shows Pa. visitor the ‘Gate’
This year’s Kirk Herbstreit Challenge can be viewed this week on the NFL Network. CANTON — It
IN THE CUP Area holes in one
Ed Cluse of Niles scored a hole-in-one at Linden Hall Golf Course in Dawson, Pa. He aced the No. 16
EDITOR’S NOTE
EDITOR’S NOTE To view a photo gallery of the game online, visit: http://new.vindy.com/photos.
Number of Iraqi civilians killed increased in August
More than 27,000 Iraqi civilians have been killed since April 2005. BAGHDAD (AP) — Civilian
Sharapova capsized by young Polish ace
Maria Sharapova was upended by Agnieszka Radwanska, 18, of Poland. NEW YORK (AP) — Pay no
61% of women at work in Ohio
The number of Ohio women who are the primary breadwinner keeps rising. COLUMBUS (AP) — Sunita
Americans are eager for change in 2008 election
Many say money being spent in Iraq should be spent here. DES MOINES, Iowa — A year before they
Threat of terrorism: Down on the farm?
Chemical-using businesses would have to fill out an extensive questionnaire. In 28 years of
Vindicator file photos
Opinion: Vindicator file photos FIFTY YEARS AGO: Scenes from the 1957 Canfield Fair: Top left, Bob
How to retrieve Web faves
Q. I have a friend who has lost everything in her Favorites. Is there any chance she can recover
Read GM’s lips: Crennel staying
Betting lines list the Browns coach as one most likely to be fired. BEREA (AP) — Browns general
MEN
MEN Pine Lakes Monday Night Men (Pine Lakes) — Low gross: Sam Mirto, Billy Moran 41, Dave Majors,
Donovan passes trigger Badgers
He threw three TD passes as Wisconsin cruised 42-21 past Washington State MADISON, Wis. (AP) — New
Owners: Auction is not for sale
The auction has not been sold to anyone and is still being operated by the Baer family.
Corner-kick goal by Koch lifts Fitch girls over SV-SM
Boardman junior Jamie Avona scored twice against Hubbard. AKRON — Freshman forward Tori Koch
Missionary hostages are home
The kidnappings left the Christian community with a rift. SEOUL, S. Korea — Looking wan and
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESEASON AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA N.Y.
4 tickets to share $330M jackpot
The odds of winning the big prize were 1 in 176 million. NOTTINGHAM, Md. (AP) — Four winning
Steelers cut veteran Okobi, three rookie draft selections
Other veterans cut were RB Verron Haynes and center Marvin Philip. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steely McBeam
Felix is now a hurricane, gaining power
ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada (AP) — Hurricane Felix gathered strength Saturday and pounded Grenada with
Board mails septic pumping reminders
AUSTINTOWN — The Mahoning County District Board of Health has started mailing pumping reminders to
JoePa has 59-0 win in return
Penn State romped past Florida International. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Anxious and feisty, Joe
Center at Grove City to host presentations
GROVE CITY, Pa. — The Center for Vision and Values at Grove City College will host a series of
NOTEBOOK
NOTEBOOK From Alliance Strong start: Mount Union’s 52 points in the second quarter set an NCAA
SOCCER
SOCCER Men Thiel 6, Mount Aloysius 0 — Thiel sophomore Cory Borland registered a pair of goals
SPANISH VUELTA
SPANISH VUELTA Saturday’s results At Vigo, Spain First Stage A 95.3-mile leg around Vigo,
SENTENCES | Six recent cases
The outcome of the past six indictments carrying the possibility of a death sentence in Stark
Not feeling witty
Not feeling witty Maria Sharapova dropped the final six games and lost 6-4, 1-6, 6-2 to 18-year-
Malenic 50th is celebrated with reception
XPOLAND — Celebrated Aug. 26 during a dinner and reception at A La Cart Catering in Canfield was the
Iowa 16, Northern Illinois 3
Iowa 16, Northern Illinois 3 CHICAGO — Albert Young gave Iowa some good news. The senior ran for
88 wooden barn cutouts tell about Ohio’s counties
CANFIELD — Voters had a difficult time choosing which decorated barn they liked best. Wooden barn
TRACY SIDES BRIAN WOYCHIK
TRACY SIDES BRIAN WOYCHIK XCOLFAX, N.C. — Tracy Diane Sides, Concrete Works Road, Winston-Salem,
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL AREA SCORES Mooney 27, Gateway 6 Summit Academy 22, Union 13
In series, Gunn offers wardrobe wisdom
Gunn has had experience coaching women. Everyone can’t look picture-perfect, said fashion guru
GOLF ROUNDUP
GOLF ROUNDUP Other tournaments LPGA State Farm Classic SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Sherri Steinhauer
Draft ponies take on the pig iron
Draft horses will compete from 8 a.m. to noon Monday. CANFIELD — Two-horse teams of draft
MOTOROLA RAZR 2
MOTOROLA RAZR 2 Availability: At Sprint; offered by all major carriers within weeks. Price:
Warning issued on genital surgery
The cosmetic procedures have questionable benefits, the gynecologists group says. CHICAGO —
Tons of offense aid WVU rout
Western Michigan’s defense couldn’t corral one of the nation’s top rushing tandems. MORGANTOWN,
VALERIE THOMPSON MICHAEL CARTER
VALERIE THOMPSON MICHAEL CARTER XLIBERTY TOWNSHIP — Nuptial vows were exchanged by Valerie Elaine
Family to observe Mateyko 70th anniversary
XNILES — Mr. and Mrs. George Mateyko of Niles will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary with
‘Never be forgotten’
‘Never be forgotten’ kCINDY MICHAEL, left, hugs Miriam Fife, victims advocate for the Trumbull
Stull picks up Pitt in 27-3 triumph
Junior quarterback Bill Stull was 14-of-20 for 177 yards and a touchdown. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bill
Falling tree injures man boarding boat
SHARON, Pa. — A 40-year-old man was injured about 3:55 p.m. Saturday when a part of a dead tree fell
Video shown at dinner-dance on Rimmer 50th
XLAGO VISTA, Texas — Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Rimmer, 20402 Whiterock Drive, who were married June 29,
27-year political career ends with Sen. Craig’s resignation
It’s expected that the lieutenant governor will be appointed to fill the office. WASHINGTON —
Luncheon held for DePietros on anniversary
XWARREN — A luncheon was held Aug. 19 at Caffe Capri in Boardman for Mr. and Mrs. Ralph DePietro of
Canfield Fair is all about growth and change
The fair has seen 161 years of transformation. CANFIELD — David Myers, 78, remembers when a
The Rogers Community Auction and flea market, located on state Route 154 just west of state Route 7
The Rogers Community Auction and flea market, located on state Route 154 just west of state Route 7
Cheaters should be revealed
Maybe I’m a little inquisitive, perhaps downright nosey. But being a red-blooded American it is my
New interest in pottery raises prices
“The Kovels’ Collectors Guide to American Art Pottery” was one of two books published in 1974 that
Good plays earned cheers
Many fans had dual loyalty when the big game was shown at the Canfield Fair. CANFIELD —
FAIR FACTS
FAIR FACTS 161 years Odds and ends from the 161 years of the Canfield Fair. 1847: First fair
Two hurt after glider crash in Smith Twp.
NORTH BENTON — A passenger in a glider was taken to Cleveland Metro Hospital after a crash about
European official tours damage in Greece
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso toured fire-damaged southern
AREA GOLF \ Calendar
SEPTEMBER 9 — Tee off to Cure Cystic Fibrosis Outing at Candywood Golf Course in Vienna. Shotgun
NASA images will be archived online
NASA images will be archived online NEW YORK — NASA’s images from the Apollo moon landings, the
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES EAST Bloomsburg 42, C.W. Post 28 Boston College 38, Wake Forest 28
Time for YSU to benefit from Ohio’s Third Frontier Project
When Gov. Ted Strickland announced last week a $122 million partnership between the Ohio Third
INSIDE
INSIDE On C6 and C7 Family affair: Several families got together Saturday to watch Youngstown
The Vindicator/Robert L. Yosay
The Vindicator/Robert L. Yosay ON THE FIELD: Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel, left, brought his
Fires help fuel global-warming debate
Forests are both victims of global warming and a potential solution. WASHINGTON — It was a
No. 9 Virginia Tech 17, East Carolina 7
No. 9 Virginia Tech 17, East Carolina 7 BLACKSBURG, Va. — After 41⁄2 months of mourning, Virginia
Officer’s online videos indicate prejudices
The officer also has a patchy employment and financial history. COLUMBUS (AP) — A city patrol
Antique machinery shows labor of past
The Idora Park display is part of this year’s antique machinery exhibit. CANFIELD — The
KELLY PAVLIK
KELLY PAVLIK Are fans really going to Atlantic City? Fanfare, I have been searching high and
Troops kill 70 Taliban in Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — U.S.-led coalition and Afghan security forces killed about 70 suspected
FDA struggles with safety regulations
It was revealed that the FDA inspects less than 1 percent of all food imports. ALAMEDA, Calif. —
PGA-DEUTSCHE BANK
PGA-DEUTSCHE BANK Saturday At TPC Boston Norton, Mass. Purse: $7 million Yardage: 7,207;
NOTEBOOK \ From Ohio Stadium
I-AA is A-OK: Coach Jim Tressel of Ohio State spoke to reporters just minutes after Michigan took
Texas proves popular for outdoor recreation
Texas proves popular for outdoor recreation A new national survey of fishing, hunting and wildlife
Busch hopes to keep hold on Chase berth
Kurt Busch enters tonight’s race holding the 12th and final spot in the Chase. FONTANA, Calif.
Death sentence unlikely in Stark
Only five death sentences resulted from 44 death penalty indictments in 25 years in the county.
Pinckney Division
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AMANDA WEAGRAFF JASON TIROTTA
AMANDA WEAGRAFF JASON TIROTTA XKIRTLAND — The rose garden at Mooreland Mansion was the setting at
New horse barn rises from the ashes
A Leavittsburg man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for setting this fire and others.
‘War’ profanity causes concern
WASHINGTON — Ken Burns’ upcoming PBS documentary “The War,” which has weathered complaints from
Chaney swamped by Aviators, 23-0
Alliance limited Chaney’s run-oriented offense to 11 first-half yards. ALLIANCE — Alliance
FRIDAY’S GAMES
FRIDAY’S GAMES American League Kansas City 9, Minnesota 4, 1st game Minnesota 5, Kansas City
AREA COLLEGES
AREA COLLEGES Saturday’s games Geneva 20, Thiel 3 GREENVILLE, Pa. — Gerald Muschette scored
St. Elizabeth Health Center
St. Elizabeth Health Center Dana and Shawn Larson, Cortland, boy, Aug. 31. Sirisha Malle and
New Motorola products play catch-up
Motorola Inc. is rolling out new products to turn around a slide in sales that has dropped the
More police on the streets means less crime
Opinion: For the second year in a row, violent crime has risen nationwide. The rate for 2006 indicates a
Prolific-scoring Purple Raiders have huge day
Mount Union broke an NCAA Division III record for single-quarter points. ALLIANCE — Just when
Utah mine efforts end with no hopes of recovery
Utah mine efforts end with no hopes of recovery SALT LAKE CITY — Signs of prayer and support for
China’s economy brings global changes
The country’s economic growth is having an impact across the world. KARRATHA, Australia (AP) — For
Volatile area of India puts hope in hot chili
The outside world is just now getting a taste of the ‘bhut jolokia.’ CHANGPOOL, India (AP) — The
U.S. coal miners share tight bond
All across America, miners risk their lives deep in the ground. WELCH, W.Va. — Jim Sanson, a
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Kendall secretly gave Spike special vitamins provided by Dr. Hilliard. Still
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP SHARP AQUOS 500 Friday qualifying; today’s race At California Speedway
MV win good, but no playoff
The Scrappers defeated State College, 7-4. NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers entered their
Tribe wins eighth straight; Sox stale
Slumping Chicago has lost five in a row and 10 of 11. CLEVELAND (AP) — Paul Byrd pitched a four-
Foods containing xylitol shouldn’t be given to dogs
Q. I am a veterinarian and read your advice about the benefits of using sugarless gum containing
Brewers whip Bucs, stay on Cubs’ heels
Milwaukee has won three of four and remains 11⁄2 games behind Chicago. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Dave Bush
Since beginning, Buhl Day has blossomed
A second stage is being set up this year for more entertainment. HERMITAGE, Pa. — For many
Grief is motivation to help others
People are helping children hurt by violence. GIRARD — The happy children were noisy — excited
Boston’s Buchholz throws no-hitter
BOSTON (AP) — Clay Buchholz threw a no-hitter in his second major league start, just hours after
HELPING HANDS | Volunteering
Volunteer Services Agency, Inc., a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
PREP VOLLEYBALL
PREP VOLLEYBALL Saturday’s match Salem 25-25-25, United 11-16-19 SALEM — Amy Scullion had
Overall attendance expected to be high
Overall attendance expected to be high CANFIELD — Fair officials expect overall attendance totals
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Tuesday — Volleyball at Ohio State, 7 p.m. Friday — Soccer at Jacksonville St.,
Trying night court
Trying night court NEWTON FALLS — Municipal Judge Lawrence S. Turner says a night court that
Clinton, Obama, Edwards won’t join early primaries
Clinton, Obama, Edwards won’t join early primaries WASHINGTON — Hillary Rodham Clinton, Barack
Lowering auto premiums
Sending Junior away for college can bring some savings — and not just because he can’t skip home to
Long-shot Beem fires 66 to tie for lead
Rich Beem and Mike Weir climbed into a share of the lead with Aaron Baddeley. NORTON, Mass. (AP) —
South Africa officials take steps to improve reputation for crime
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South Africa’s tourism minister acknowledged that his country’s
Ohio’s Mr. Football displays speedy talent for Buckeyes
Piqua’s Brandon Saine was one of several freshmen who looked sharp for OSU. COLUMBUS — The
A new and harsher way of life catches up with an old fashioned barber
Opinion: EDITOR: I have a friend. I’ll call him Nick. He’s a barber by trade. He’s been a barber for nearly
Series of events planned to mark Flitcraft 50th
XPOLAND — A family dinner was held Aug. 25 at the 356th Fighter Group in North Canton as the first
Craig’s inevitable resignation
Sen. Larry D. Craig of Idaho has resigned from the U.S. Senate. But he wasn’t forced to resign
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