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Family rescued from Salem fire
SALEM — Firefighters rescued a mother, her four children and a grandchild from their burning home at
Man dies in Route 170 motorcycle crash
NEGLEY — Ronald Cope, 42, of Wheathill Road, East Palestine, was killed Monday morning when he lost
Buhl Day draws crowd for music, food and friendship
HERMITAGE, Pa. — Although they were born decades apart, Dave Cole and Nicole Lemos share a common
Fair activity wraps up but never really stops
CANFIELD — They build a city for six days, call it the Canfield Fair — and then tear it down and
Ravenna plant leveled by blast
RAVENNA (AP) — An explosion at a northeast Ohio industrial plant closed for the Labor Day holiday
OSU spends millions to fix up mansion
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State is shelling out $2 million to update and remodel the mansion that houses
A deeper look into Strickland energy plan
COLUMBUS (AP) — At first blush, Gov. Ted Strickland’s commitment to clean energy last week sounded
Video online seeks to be more like TV
Three Web sites try to re-create the TV experience on your computer. NEW YORK — Watching video
Housing code violation
Housing code violation YOUNGSTOWN — A Bryson Street man was issued a summons for a city housing
American society has issues with gays
Opinion: WASHINGTON — He was an important political figure, arrested for engaging in lewd conduct in a public
WHAT’S GOING ON
Today is the final day of the 161st Canfield Fair. Here are some highlights of Labor Day events:
Drug-coated stents don’t raise risk of clots, new research says
VIENNA, Austria (AP) — Drug-coated heart stents may not increase the risk of blood clots as much as
Ohio EPA helps oversee megafarm operations
Agriculture-related complaints to the EPA have increased. COLUMBUS (AP) — Environmental regulators
Pitt says he and Jolie are ready for fifth child
Pitt says he and Jolie are ready for fifth child VENICE, Italy — Brad Pitt and his partner,
Labor Day marks bad news for laborers
Opinion: Americans used to take pride in our shared prosperity and strong middle class. For the first 30
Girl, 13, on ATV killed in fall down mine shaft
Girl, 13, on ATV killed in fall down mine shaft PHOENIX, Ariz. — A 13-year-old girl who fell
Fewer people hunting, fishing
Wildlife agencies rely on hunting and fishing license fees for the bulk of their revenue.
No shame at the ’Shoe
Anybody who thought the Youngstown State football team would go undefeated this season was probably
Bovine beauties Cows dress up as Buckeyes, Uncle Sam, maidens, more
The event attracted about 400 spectators Sunday. CANFIELD — Dairy and beef cows were dressed
Hurricane Felix grows into nasty Category 5
Felix is the second hurricane of the season. The first was Dean. ORANJESTAD, Aruba (AP) —
FOOTBALL WEEKEND SCORES AREA
FOOTBALL WEEKEND SCORES AREA Thursday Howland 21, Lakeview 7 Friday Alliance 23, Chaney 0
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Aug. 28 Domestic violence: Police charged a
The nation has 3.4 million professional truck drivers.
The nation has 3.4 million professional truck drivers. American Trucking Associations
MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 3, Orioles 2 BOSTON — One day after 23-year-old right-hander Clay
Seasickness patches tested as treatment for bipolar disorder
The disorder features episodes of boosted energy and restlessness followed by episodes of
LOCAL
LOCAL South Range wins, 2-1 WARREN — Nick Scheetz and Alex Baker scored first-half goals as the
Another all-Williams showdown is nearing
First, however, Serena will face No. 1 Justine Henin in the quarterfinals. NEW YORK (AP) — When
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District Board, 6:30 p.m., 850 Industrial
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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Meeting to discuss BFI’s request to expand
POLAND — A public meeting is set for 7 p.m. Thursday on a request by Browning-Ferris Industries to
Investors seek gains in college housing
Investors spent $1.5 billion in U.S. student housing properties this year. More investors are
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
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REGION
REGION Seminar on fundraising BOARDMAN — A seminar on fundraising will be from 8 a.m. to 4:30
Carvers create sculpture from a block of wood
Woodcarving offers numerous project possibilities. CANFIELD — Tom Williams was told he would
AMERICAN LEAGUE WHITE SOX 8, INDIANS 0
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Non-leaders Tiger, Phil paired
For the first time in his career, Brett Wetterich is going into the final round with the lead.
“Dirty Jobs” (9 p.m., Discovery): Mr. “Dirty Jobs” Mike Rowe has really gone
“Dirty Jobs” (9 p.m., Discovery): Mr. “Dirty Jobs” Mike Rowe has really gone and done it this time.
Iraq remains far from U.S. goals for energy
Iraq needs income from oil, but its poor electrical system is holding back production.
Path sought to link Poland village, township
The proposed sidewalk would connect the high school, Dobbins Elementary and the library.
Music teacher marking 60th year
Mel Bay continues to lead the way in music instruction. PACIFIC, Mo. (AP) — For six decades, Mel
GALLERY Pavlik in action
To view a photo gallery of Pavlik training visit: http://new.vindy.com/photos/galleries.
Sox snap Tribe’s win skein
Chicago’s 8-0 victory ended Cleveland’s eight-game winning streak. CLEVELAND (AP) — Surprisingly
Amateur radio classes offered
AUSTINTOWN — Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association will conduct amateur radio classes for the
Mall acquarium will have sharks, live coral reef
A new aquarium will provide an educational experience for children. NILES — As people stroll
SATURDAY’S GAMES
SATURDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Minnesota 6, Kansas City 4 N.Y. Yankees 9, Tampa Bay 6
U.S., Iraqi authorities worry about void as British leave Basra
LONDON (AP) — British soldiers began withdrawing Sunday from their last base in the southern Iraqi
Scrappers’ GM back to normal
Dave Smith lists “Jim Traficant Night” as a memorable experience which will be tough to duplicate.
Enjoy the day; you earned it
It’s only appropriate that millions of Americans are getting the day off today — Labor Day —
Scrappers all grit, no quit
Manager Tim Laker is missing the final six games for “family-related” reasons. The
Saturday attendance beats all other years
Saturday attendance beats all other years CANFIELD — Saturday attendance at the fair was the
Americanworkers rank 1st in output
The U.S. beats all 27 nations in the European Union, Japan and Switzerland in wealth created per
Prince Fielder hits home run No. 40
Pittsburgh lost to pennant contender Milwaukee, 7-4. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Prince Fielder isn’t used to
Indians routed
Indians routed The Indians head to Minnesota for the start of a 10-game road swing on the heels of
‘Graveyard groomer’ works to put gloss back in gravestones
WAPAKONETA, Ohio (AP) — Armed with a rotating brush and a seven-part mortar mix for filling in
INSIDE/ MORE COLLEGE FOOTBALL C6
INSIDE/ MORE COLLEGE FOOTBALL C6 UTailback Austin Scott and No. 17 Penn State had unfinished
USA captures FIBA Americas crown
The Americans averaged 116.7 points in the tournament. LAS VEGAS (AP) — LeBron James and Carmelo
Lawsuit targets N. Lima business
The lawsuit asks that all FREEZE IT goods be destroyed. YOUNGSTOWN — The maker of a green balm
‘Appy’ basking in glory
The Mountaineers take players bigger schools reject. BOONE, N.C. (AP) — The black and gold
TODAY
TODAY 11 a.m. (27) (19) (2) Tennis: U.S. Open. 12:50 p.m. (WNIO-AM 1390) Baseball: Williamsport
SPANISH VUELTA
SPANISH VUELTA Sunday’s results At Santiago de Compostela, Spain Second Stage A 92.4-mile
St. Elizabeth Health Center
St. Elizabeth Health Center Amber Robertson, Youngstown, boy, Sept. 1. Jonathan and Jessica
Yes, that was a win-win game
Ohio State University Coach Jim Tressel did something former OSU Coach John Cooper never would. He
A LOOK AT THE OVERSIGHT
A LOOK AT THE OVERSIGHT A look at farm-related inspections, complaints and violations since the
Detroit sets stage for finale
Tony Kanaan won and Danica Patrick had her best IndyCar finish. DETROIT (AP) — Tony Kanaan was
Stewart in much better shape this time
FONTANA, Calif. (AP) — Two-time series champion Tony Stewart was feeling a lot more secure at
Unknown factors put uninsured lenders at risk
No one knows how many mortgages or lenders are in trouble. WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s hard to know how
‘Snow days’ used for the heat
Districts can’t afford to add air conditioning to buildings not designed for it. CINCINNATI (AP) —
“Embarrassing, embarrassing. No wonder why we’re going down the tubes. ... I guess
Opinion: “Embarrassing, embarrassing. No wonder why we’re going down the tubes. ... I guess I’m gonna say I’m
GAME TIME Today
Who: Scrappers vs. Williamsport at Eastwood Field When: 1:05 p.m. Up next: The Scrappers will finish
Beekeepers share their knowledge with fairgoers
One hive can produce 100 pounds of honey. CANFIELD — The swarm of people around the Mahoning-
Ice cream social kicks off year of events for library
McKinley Memorial Library was started as a ‘subscription library.’ NILES — Although the 100th
Be best at who you are, not who you are not
Opinion: “You can be anything you want to be, if you work hard enough.” My daughter once wrote in an essay
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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The library is planning a year of events leading up to its 100th anniversary in September 2008. The
The library is planning a year of events leading up to its 100th anniversary in September 2008. The
SOCCER
SOCCER Men Hiram 4, Junms 2 — Philip Major scored twice and David Krems and Matt Urban each had
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP News and notes
Pittsburgh: Quarterback Bill Stull is out indefinitely after needing surgery Sunday to repair a torn
U.S. needs a national right-to-work law
Opinion: TEMECULA, Calif. — Americans will skip work today to celebrate what really should be called Leisure
GOLF ROUNDUP Sunday’s other events
LPGA State Farm Classic SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Sherri Steinhauer held off a late charge by Christina
Computer glitch displaces 400 at horseshoe
COLUMBUS (AP) — A computer glitch caused a ticket mix-up that displaced about 400 Ohio State fans
INDYCAR-DETROIT INDY GRAND PRIX
INDYCAR-DETROIT INDY GRAND PRIX Sunday’s results At The Raceway at Belle Isle Detroit Lap
N. Korea offers first timeline
Uranium enrichment programs are included in the agreement. GENEVA (AP) — North Korea agreed Sunday
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Jason A. Kuzan The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
Clubs shell out to have celebrities
Celebrities are paid big bucks to add buzz to Las Vegas nightclubs. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Three years
Pentagon program: For some, it’s tanks, but no tanks
Two officials are trying to get more police agencies to use the giveaway program. KIRTLAND, Ohio
COW COUTURE
COW COUTURE And the winners are... First-place winners from the dress-a-cow contest Sunday at
Akron bridge draws those intent on suicide
AKRON (AP) — The man pulled over and got out of his vehicle, then climbed over the chest-high brown
SATURDAY’S SCORES OHIO & AREA
SATURDAY’S SCORES OHIO & AREA Ohio St. 38, Youngstown St. 6 Adrian 35, Defiance 9 Akron 22,
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Wells Fargo Bank Ohio Inc. v. Chris Candella et al, other civil.
PGA-DEUTSCHE BANK
PGA-DEUTSCHE BANK Sunday At TPC Boston Norton, Mass. Purse: $7 million Yardage: 7,207;
Clean-up duty before practice
After cleaning up the stadium, the Nittany Lions planned to start preparations for Notre Dame.
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