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Warren man arrested on murder warrant from Texas

Warren man arrested on murder warrant from Texas WARREN — A Warren man, Vincent Smith of Edgewood


Résumé flap leads auditor to resign from Dann’s office

Résumé flap leads auditor to resign from Dann’s office COLUMBUS (AP) — The top fiscal watchdog


Trying to save dogs at the Trumbull pound

Trying to save dogs at the Trumbull pound HOWLAND — Dog lovers are speaking up about conditions


Austintown schools seek new buyer for middle school property

Austintown schools seek new buyer for middle school property AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown School


Youngstown board member seeks to name school after Dr. King

YOUNGSTOWN — A city school board member who last month supported a proposal to rename the new North


INSIDE

INSIDE On C4 General manager Dave Littlefield was fired Friday by the Pittsburgh Pirates.


YSU’s Spotlight Theater starts strong with ‘Miracle Worker’

An extraordinary cast brings the play to life. YOUNGSTOWN — “The Miracle Worker,” the true


Patience: A goose hunter’s friend

LINO LAKES, Minn. — The geese, three flocks numbering a dozen or more each, showed themselves early,


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MDA telethon total

MDA telethon total YOUNGSTOWN — The Muscular Dystrophy Association raised more than $300,000


Rabies program deemed a success

The state has recorded five positive tests for rabid raccoons in 2007. CLEVELAND (AP) — A wildlife


CAMPUS NOTES \ In the spotlight

WESTMINSTER COLLEGE Kylee Young, daughter of Richard and Mary Ann Young of New Castle and a junior


Poland grinds way past Beaver Local

The Bulldogs rushed for over 400 yards in a 38-19 victory. POLAND — The Poland Bulldogs were


Battalion from area returns to love, pride

A soldier’s saddest time in Iraq was when a friend was killed by an explosion. NEW CASTLE, Pa.


She’s booted off Southwest

She’s booted off Southwest SAN DIEGO — A 23-year-old woman who boarded a Southwest Airlines plane


Bin Laden urges U.S. to embrace Islam in video

He spoke softly, as he usually does, and had dark bags under his eyes. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Osama


South Korea spars with Bush

SYDNEY, Australia (AP) — In an unexpected twist, President Bush’s bout of diplomacy in Asia hit a


Anger vented in wake of Felix

It is likely no one will ever know how many lives were lost in the Category-5 storm. MIAMI (AP) —


Education is a war casualty in Baghdad

Opinion: BAGHDAD — While students across America return to their classrooms, the education system in Iraq is


Former cosmetics promoter offers cure for nail biting

VENLO, Netherlands (AP) — Do you find your fingers drifting into your mouth when you’re nervous,


Barbie: Barometer for economic activity

Opinion: Mattel’s recent recall of lead-tainted toys made in China reminded me of my childhood. As a Chinese


Surge helps U.S. win hearts and minds

Opinion: As the world awaits Gen. David Petraeus’ progress report on President Bush’s troop surge, even war


McCann’s parents named as suspects

Her mother reportedly was offered a plea deal if she confessed. PRAIA DA LUZ, Portugal (AP) — For


SOCCER

SOCCER Women Hiram 4, Hilbert 0 — Hiram is 2-1 and Hilbert is 1-3 Westminster 4, Pitt-Bradford


Video Music Awards to be trimmer, showier

LAS VEGAS — This has long been a place for escape when life gets too boring. So after a spate of


U.S. military announces 7 troops killed in action

Gen. David Petraeus is expected to tell lawmakers he wants to maintain the troop buildup until next


Thousands turn out for Pavarotti

Italy’s air force is scheduled for a flyover during the funeral. MODENA, Italy (AP) — Thousands


Henin headed to Open final

She beat Venus Williams just days after topping Serena. NEW YORK (AP) — Venus Williams will head


LEADERSHIP MAHONING VALLEY

LEADERSHIP MAHONING VALLEY Class of ’08 Leadership Mahoning Valley announced its Class of 2008


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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Policeman’s family seeks his release

DAYTON (AP) — The family of a policeman accused of stealing a gun from the police property room and


Baseball

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Company rolls out GOP and Dem cards

The new edition will feature cards for Democrats with blue borders and Republican cards trimmed in


Declines in payroll take toll on Wall Street

Major stock indexes finished down 1 percent for the week. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street plunged


TODAY

TODAY 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: European Masters. 8 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Italian Grand Prix. 10


Civil rights pioneer from Ohio hospitalized after mild stroke

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Rev. Fred L. Shuttlesworth, a civil rights pioneer, has been hospitalized


League summons 2 players

Rick Ankiel and Troy Glaus were accused. NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball asked Friday to


Salem officer put on paid leave

SALEM — A city police officer has been placed on paid leave because of an allegation that he


Chiropractor uses principles at work, in life

CANFIELD — Every day is a great day in the office of chiropractor Scott Petrallo. That’s because he


Collegehumor.com releases frosh survey

NEW YORK CITY — College guidebooks can tell you where the library is or where to find the best off-


NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-CHEVY

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-CHEVY ROCK & ROLL 400 LINEUP After Friday qualifying; race today At Richmond


Court blocks tape release Vindy, TV-21 seek video of Cronin’s OVI arrest

A Vindicator lawyer says the court order has no lawful foundation. YOUNGSTOWN — She swayed.


Relaxed Raiders fly by N. Falls

South Range rushed for 446 yards in a 68-6 win over the Tigers. NORTH LIMA — Finding


Columbiana spills W. Reserve, 56-27

Josh Hertel and Ryan Willians accounted for six TDs for the Clippers. BERLIN CENTER —


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

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McDonald officials propose Safe Routes

McDONALD — Village council had a special informational meeting recently to get the public’s input on


NATION

NATION Krispy Kreme tumbles; some closings expected CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts


Buckeyes, Penn State ready

Buckeyes, Penn State ready Ohio State and Penn State play non-conference games today, although the


Mahoning Valley native has a secret for successful living

The best-selling author has appeared on ‘Larry King Live’ to spread the secret to achieving anything


NEWS SHOWS Sunday topics

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. John McCain, R-Ariz., and


Littlefield fired by Bucs after 6 years

The general manager couldn’t get Pittsburgh out of last place. PITTSBURGH (AP) — In the end, the


Province scores six TDs to lead JFK past Girard

The Eagles built a 35-7 lead, but then had to repel the Indians’ late rally. WARREN — There


Johnson on pole tonight; Gordon 2nd

Hendrick Motorsports has the first three starters. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Jimmie Johnson looks ready


RABIES

RABIES Staying safe Since the mid-1970s, a strain of rabies associated with raccoons has spread


MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 4, Orioles 0 BALTIMORE — Jon Lester allowed four hits in seven innings


Chinese woman granted asylum

The ruling means she now has permanent legal immigrant status, her lawyer said. PHILADELPHIA (AP)


YSU alumnus to speak at Hispanic conference

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University alumnus Henry Guzman will be the keynote speaker at the


HAPPY HOMECOMING: Sgt. Fred Brazel and his wife, Patty Brazel, both of Erie, Pa., share a moment as

HAPPY HOMECOMING: Sgt. Fred Brazel and his wife, Patty Brazel, both of Erie, Pa., share a moment as


Toddlers need time to learn through play

Here are some tips to keep toddlers entertained while getting educated. NEW YORK CITY — It’s not


Ridge at Grove City

Ridge at Grove City GROVE CITY, Pa. — Former Pennsylvania Governor and Secretary of Homeland


Heart Walk to be topic on Sunday program

YOUNGSTOWN — The American Heart Association’s Heart Walk will be the topic of “Sunday Morning With


Cleveland falls big to Angels Thursday

Garret Anderson led Los Angeles to a 10-3 win. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Driving in runs has always


U.S. Open (noon and 8 p.m., CBS): The men’s semifinals and the women’s final anchor a

U.S. Open (noon and 8 p.m., CBS): The men’s semifinals and the women’s final anchor a full day of


Foreclosure fight targets rating agencies

Ohio has one of the highest foreclosure rates in the nation. COLUMBUS (AP)— Pressure on credit-


Documents: Band member admitted drinking

The school said the girl refused to tell on her friends. YOUNGSTOWN — A 16-year-old Poland


THURSDAY’S GAMES

THURSDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 3, Chicago White Sox 2 Boston 7, Baltimore 6 L.A.


Boardman’s D pleases Ogilvie

The Spartans blanked Chaney for their second straight win. BOARDMAN — For the second


Food bank urges public to donate items for needy

YOUNGSTOWN — Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley is inviting people to drive by or drop


Howland grinds out victory over Hubbard

The Tigers improved to 3-0 heading into conference play. HOWLAND — Junior fullback Soloman


Possible dogfighting probed

YOUNGSTOWN — A suspected dogfighting operation was uncovered Friday after authorities were tipped


Plans for strip club lead to canceled agreement

The present owners of the hotel acquired it in June at a sheriff’s sale. THE VINDICATOR


Upstart TV maker quietly advances past competition

The American company moves to the top of flat-panel TV makers. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Upstart


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Powerful Mooney crushes Knights

Dan McCarthy’s 70-yard punt return for a touchdown keyed the 34-0 win. AKRON — Cardinal Mooney


HOMECOMING: Brandon Barr, 5, holds onto the hand of his father, Sgt. 1st Class Harold Barr of

HOMECOMING: Brandon Barr, 5, holds onto the hand of his father, Sgt. 1st Class Harold Barr of


GRADS LIST

The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: INDIANA WESLEYAN


Ex-chief of Enron, now in prison, wants a retrial

The former Enron executive is serving 24 years in prison. HOUSTON (AP) — Imprisoned former Enron


Legislation ups aid to college students

The votes were overwhelming in both houses. WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress sent President Bush


WOMEN’S NBA

WOMEN’S NBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-3) EASTERN CONFERENCE Detroit 2, New York 1


Unsettled issues may extend talks with UAW, Big 3

UAW leaders are pushing for job security for Lordstown workers. DETROIT (AP) — Contract talks


Buckeyes host Akron; Penn St. has Notre Dame

It’s a “white-out” weekend in Happy Valley. COLUMBUS — Whether they grow up on a dairy farm near


Mohawk romps to 34-6 victory

UNION TWP., Pa. — D.J. Woleslagle’s rushing, Seth Powell’s passing and Michael Henry’s receiving


Church overflowing for girl

Community leaders have announced a series of anti-crime initiatives. CLEVELAND (AP) — The mayor


MICHELE NAGEL PATRICK DUGAN

MICHELE NAGEL PATRICK DUGAN XYOUNGSTOWN — Rev. Edward Gretchko officiated as Michele Lynn Nagel,


OVI | Penalties

OVI | Penalties Operating a Vehicle Impaired is a first-degree misdemeanor and has a standard


YSU

YSU Four seniors named basketball captains YOUNGSTOWN — Women's basketball coach Tisha Hill


MAUREEN WINGARD SHAUN DONGELEWIC

MAUREEN WINGARD SHAUN DONGELEWIC XCANFIELD — Maureen Bridget Wingard and Shaun Michael Dongelewic


POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard and Girard: HUBBARD Sept. 2


COMING SUNDAY: David Balestrino, an Army specialist, has served as a combat engineer in Iraq since

COMING SUNDAY: David Balestrino, an Army specialist, has served as a combat engineer in Iraq since


Advocacy group calls for improvement of secondary schools

Bills pending before Congress can help improve programs. WASHINGTON, D.C. — An educational


NOTEBOOK \ Scrappers

Facing a big leaguer: Thursday’s game between the Scrappers and State College had a little extra


LIQUOR CONTROL

LIQUOR CONTROL The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers


Rockets’ Whinery goes for 138

Lowellville picked up its first win of the season, over Springfield. NEW MIDDLETOWN — Cody


4 at YSU score big at MathFest

YSU students have taken 14 top honors in the past three years of competition. YOUNGSTOWN


PGA-BMW CHAMPIONSHIP

PGA-BMW CHAMPIONSHIP Friday At Cog Hill Golf and Country Club, Dubsdread Course Lemont, Ill.


Report explains Gillmor’s death

He spent four decades in politics. COLUMBUS (AP) — U.S. Rep. Paul Gillmor, who was found dead in


MARIE LAIRD STEVE SWAIN

MARIE LAIRD STEVE SWAIN XHUBBARD — Married on July 14 during a 4:30 p.m. ceremony at Julia’s Bed &


Malone College to mark 50th anniversary

CANTON — Malone College will mark its 50th anniversary as “Canton’s college” Sept. 25. The date is


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

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The Vindicator

The Vindicator CHANGES: The Best Value Inn & Suites near state Route 46 and Interstate 80 in


Hedge fund power

Opinion: Washington Post: If you’re lobbying to keep a tax break, rich white guys making astronomical sums by


Rendell to give Hsu money to charity

A number of prominent Democrats have scrambled to distance themselves from the fundraiser.


MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week’s standards:

MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week’s standards:


Man convicted despite loss of evidence

LONDON, Ohio (AP) — A man accused of using his cell phone to videotape two female students having


Ridge’s Zitello gains 244 yards against McDonald

The Rams are 3-0, while McDonald lost for the first time. MINERAL RIDGE — A mental lapse


Child support fee angers families

The charge is just one of several changes lawmakers approved last year. WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES Boardman 46, Chaney 0 East 29, Cleveland John Adams 0 Mooney 34,


Battles’ balance helps East beat John Adams

Southington nearly got its first win of the season against Windham. AUSTINTOWN — Sal Battles threw


Student hit and killed after getting off bus

DAYTON (AP) — A 17-year-old boy getting off a school bus in front of his home was struck and killed


Chicago’s slump continues with 6-1 loss to Pittsburgh

Jack Wilson stayed hot with a homer and three RBIs. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tom Gorzelanny allowed one


FIGHTING CRIME Neighborhood proposal

Crime-fighting proposals ideas for a Cleveland neighborhood where a 12-year-old was killed in a


Best catches come from lakes where residents don’t fish

The world of nonfishing lakeside residents would rather I keep today’s topic to myself, but the


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gregory E. Booker, 47, of 3014 Southern Blvd., Youngstown, and


Suspect in killing held in jail

WARREN — A 29-year-old Warren man arrested in Pennsylvania in the death of a city man is in the


YSU set to renew rivalry tonight

The Penguins last played South Dakota State in 1979 in the NCAA Division II playoffs.


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 1st—Paralda (Castillo)81.2028.609.40 Judiths Leery


Officials debate WRTA woes

A countywide quarter-percent sales tax could help WRTA’s economic woes, officials said.


Sewing guild members to appear on show

YOUNGSTOWN — “Community Connection” host Madonna Chism Pinkard will interview members of the Niles


Roadside explosion kills Streetsboro soldier in Iraq

STREETSBORO, Ohio (AP) — A soldier from northeast Ohio was killed by a roadside explosion on his


Suspect in threat released on bond

The defendant said he will live with his sister on Sheridan Road. YOUNGSTOWN — After spending


Black Monday event set at Steel Museum

YOUNGSTOWN — An event to mark the 30th anniversary of Black Monday will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 19 at the


Niles outbattles Lakeview, 17-0

Nate Ganyard became the Dragons all-time leading scorer with 2 TDs. NILES — On a warm and


Many-footed insects are fairly harmless

One of my earliest memories as a boy is getting ready for a bath and finding a two-inch long


Futuristic boat: a research gem

The vessel cost about $1.5 million to build. NEW YORK (AP) — Pity the fisherman or sailor who


Scrappers end year with loss

Mahoning Valley lost to the State College Spikes, 4-3, in its season finale. UNIVERSITY PARK,


O’Briens on scoring end for Brookfield

LaBrae (2-1) bounced back in the second half. BROOKFIELD — Devin O’Brien ran for one score and


Rabies scare leads to video for training

The captain’s experience changed policy and was a factor in deciding to make a training video.


Lawrence County to get a major economic boost

Given our steadfast opposition to gambling, especially when it is presented as an engine for


Nude photo of ‘HSM2’ star shows up on Web

Nude photo of ‘HSM2’ star shows up on Web NEW YORK — Brainy Gabriella of “High School Musical”


Liberty rolls, 41-3; West Branch wins

Struthers lost to Marlington while East Liverpool was shut out by Steubenville. LIBERTY — Liberty


Canfield off to a 3-0 start

The Cards beat Alliance, 21-6, in their last non-conference tuneup. CANFIELD — With Canfield’s


Irish rally downs Fitch, 21-14

Lamar McQueen’s 43-yard run set up Allen Jones’ game-winning touchdown. YOUNGSTOWN — Wearing

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Kelly Pavlik, Mayor Williams to speak at Day of Caring event

Nearly 500 volunteers from 60 area businesses will perform service projects at 42 locations.


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