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Gathering recalls lives lost on 9/11; view photos

CANFIELD — Matt Rarick isn’t exactly sure how he will explain to his 2-year-old twin sons the

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Teens face felonies for fake 911 calls

NILES — Police said they will file felony charges against two 16-year-old brothers suspected of


Schools committee will take up naming issue

YOUNGSTOWN — The city school board will look to a three-member facilities committee for a


Recorder warns against high fees for deeds

YOUNGSTOWN — A private company offering to provide certified copies of deeds to Mahoning County


New Trumbull County treasurer chosen

WARREN — Sam C. Lamancusa, office manager at the Trumbull County Treasurer’s office since 2001, is


Appellate panel bows out of Ohio Valley Mall case

YOUNGSTOWN — All four judges of the Seventh District Court of Appeals have recused themselves from


Children Services adjusts to Akron hospital

YOUNGSTOWN — The loss of Tod Children’s Hospital is making itself felt at Mahoning County Children


North Side man gets prison term for fleeing cops

North Side man gets prison term for fleeing cops YOUNGSTOWN — A city man with a long criminal


United Way launches Day of Caring

YOUNGSTOWN — Nearly 600 United Way volunteers who crowded into Our Lady of Mount Carmel Banquet Hall


Five more eateries coming to Boardman

BOARDMAN — Whether you’re looking for pasta, burgers or a burrito, it’s all coming to the township.


Lawrence commissioners lay groundwork for race track

Lawrence Commissioners lay groundwork for harness racing track NEW CASTLE, Pa. — One Lawrence


Woman gets four years in prison for robbery

WARREN — A 21-year-old woman with addresses on Dunstan Drive in Warren and Clingan Drive in Poland


Frye traded to Seattle. Will Quinn QB the Browns?

Frye traded to Seattle. Will Quinn QB the Browns? BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns starting quarterback


Girl’s tuition issue to be heard in court

BOARDMAN — A Western Reserve Road couple believes their niece who lives with them is entitled to a


Andre Williams’ death row appeal denied

WARREN — A Trumbull County judge has once again ruled against 39-year-old death row inmate Andre


MRDD board sets talks with its union workers

MRDD board sets talks with its union workers YOUNGSTOWN — Contract talks between the Mahoning


Warren murder suspect’s preliminary hearing set

Warren murder suspect’s preliminary hearing set WARREN — A city man arrested this weekend for


Ronshauen gets Amaranth degree

SALEM — An Amaranth degree was conferred on one candidate, Rebecca Ronshauen, during an annual


Rotary community yard sale Saturday

EAST PALESTINE — East Palestine Rotary Club will sponsor a community yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Different date for Campbell reunion

CAMPBELL — Campbell Memorial High School January and June graduating classes of 1939 will meet for


Health program for women Saturday

BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Cancer Coalition Women’s Committee will present a Women’s Health Month


Tire thieves busted by city cops

Tire thieves busted by city cops YOUNGSTOWN — Two men seen with tires still on rims — with three


Alzheimer’s events this month

The Alzheimer’s Association’s Memory Walk 2007 is set for Saturday at Boardman Township Park and for


Business mixer planned for Thursday

YOUNGSTOWN — The Valley Lead Group is hold an after-dinner mixer for area business professionals at


Benefit dinner planned Sept. 23

YOUNGSTOWN —  Two years ago, area resident Lorrie Starr’s life changed dramatically, when she was


Campbell Memorial High School January and June Classes of 1939 will meet for lunch at noon Thursday

Campbell Memorial High School January and June Classes of 1939 will meet for lunch at noon Thursday


Suspected ‘pot’ plants found in Columbiana locations

Suspected ‘pot’ plants found in Columbiana locations LISBON — Authorities seized about 125


Columbiana Co. bridge replacements set next week

Columbiana Co. bridge replacements set next week LISBON — The Ohio Department of Transportation


Republican senator says he is leaving Congress

Republican senator says he is leaving Congress OMAHA, Neb. — Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel, a thorn


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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Pirates throttle Brewers again

The Bucs knocked Milwaukee back into a first place tie with the Cubs, 9-0. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tony


Boardman church sets 9/11 memorial tonight

The service will mix video of the tragedy’s aftermath with prayer and hymns. BOARDMAN — In


GOP race will shake out this month

Opinion: The summer months showed just how far ahead Hillary Clinton is in the Democratic presidential race.


NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA New England1001.0003814


Among autoworkers, seniority is hot issue in new contract talks

Some workers would benefit from policy change, but others would not. DETROIT — If you thought


What Petraeus, Crocker didn’t say about the recent conditions in Iraq

Neither speaker talked about how militias had infiltrated Iraqi forces. WASHINGTON — The Bush


RYAN SPEAKS: U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, spoke about how the new Farm Bill, already passed

RYAN SPEAKS: U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, spoke about how the new Farm Bill, already passed


Finish the job, war backers say

Opinion: It won’t exactly be a ticker-tape parade, but expect a considerable amount of support for the


Everett’s injury threatens his life

Doctors say it is unlikely Buffalo’s reserve tight end will ever walk again. ORCHARD PARK, N.Y.


Interhack: Data theft affects 1.33M Ohioans

A computer forensics company received $100,000 to review the state’s work. COLUMBUS (AP) — Nearly


Powerball prize claimed by Ohio man

He and his children waited two weeks before coming forward to claim the prize. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) —


Hart maintains victory promise

The Michigan running back says the Wolverines won’t be 0-3. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Mike Hart


Injuries and deaths from drugs more than double

Most of the problematic drugs aren’t the ones that have been pulled from the market. CHICAGO —


Military surge in Iraq is a failure

Opinion: WASHINGTON — Before Gen. David Petraeus’ report, and to give it a context of optimism, the president


Bin Laden to release 2nd video, al-Qaida says

The video was announced on an Islamic militant Web forum. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Osama bin Laden will


Bush’s non-decision costly in Iraq

Opinion: The words seemed to be written with flashing neon lights, the way they demanded a reader’s attention


Mayor: No guns for under-21 set

Some exemptions would apply under the mayor’s proposal. CLEVELAND (AP) — Mayor Frank Jackson said


IRAQ | Developments

The latest developments in Iraq: The U.S. military reported the deaths of nine soldiers Monday. In


NFL \ Injuries

Rams: Seven-time Pro Bowl tackle Orlando Pace tore the labrum and rotator cuff in his right shoulder


Spartans can’t get excited about start

Michigan State has started quick before, but finished poorly. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Forgive


Oscar winner Jane Wyman dies; was TV star, Reagan’s first wife

After her divorce, she remained silent about Reagan, and when he died, she praised him. LOS


Forum employee is proud to be a member of the group

Opinion: Forum employee is proud to be a member of the group EDITOR: I am writing to share a story with


AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING

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Court can’t rule until local judge imposes penalty

LISBON — The 7th District Court of Appeals on Monday ruled that a Warren lawyer can’t appeal two


Chevy Centre talks with Global put contract with GetTix on hold

The ticketing vote will be delayed by a few months, the mayor said. YOUNGSTOWN — The city is


Hubbard volleyball remains undefeated

The Eagles knocked off previously unbeaten and 14th ranked Lakeview. HUBBARD — The Hubbard High


Apple Inc.: Millionth iPhone sells a month ahead of schedule

Investors are reassured by Apple’s sales announcement. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Apple Inc. sold its


Anniversary of 9/11 attacks is a time for us to take stock

Six years have passed, and yet the images of passenger airliners commandeered by Middle Eastern


49ers rename playing field

As of Monday, Bill Walsh Field has been christened. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The names on the Bay


Sharon man to face shooting, drug charges

Sharon man to face shooting, drug charges SHARON, Pa. — A Sharon man was arrested and charged with


Notebook offered clues to 9/11 plot

FBI headquarters rejected agents’ requests for a warrant to search Zacarias Moussaoui’s belongings.


It’s not a done deal, but it’s what Major League Baseball would like.

It’s not a done deal, but it’s what Major League Baseball would like. NEW YORK — The Boston Red


Two Scrappers set team marks

NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers had two players on their 2007 team that set franchise records.


Judge Smith urges lawyers to remember role is to help

A lawyer’s role is simple: Help people, the speaker said. YOUNGSTOWN — Judge Beth A. Smith of


MONDAY’S RESULTS

MONDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF MOONEY 169, FITCH 174 Mooney — Joe Pikunas 39, George Kubas 40,


Soaring rates for electric feared Valley plants warn of increases of 100%

YOUNGSTOWN — Local steel producers are fearing large increases in electricity rates in 2009. They


Mooney, Canfield on top in poll

Ursuline and South Range have top 10 rankings. YOUNGSTOWN — To no one’s surprise, the Mooney High


Woman’s DUI conviction is reversed

WARREN — The 11th District Court of Appeals has reversed a Cortland woman’s DUI conviction on the


Frye, Anderson failed to impress Sunday

It’s all up to Coach Romeo Crennel and he’s not ready to talk about it. BEREA (AP) — For one of


Hart predicts a win

Hart predicts a win Michigan running back Mike Hart predicted the woeful Wolverines would beat


WOMEN’S NBA

WOMEN’S NBA PLAYOFFS All Times EDT FIRST ROUND (Best-of-3) EASTERN CONFERENCE Detroit 2,


Associated Press

Associated Press IRAQ REPORT: Gen. David Petraeus testifies that the plan to withdraw troops from


Bengals hold on to win opener

Cincinnati’s late goal line stand preserved the 27-20 win over Baltimore. CINCINNATI (AP) — With


Eco-friendly cars grab headlines

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — In closely guarded, advanced showings at the International Auto Show,


Free clothing

Free clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, clothing giveaway, 9 a.m.


YSU

YSU Golfers win tourney SALEM — Mollie Boney shot an 80-76—156 to lead the women’s golf team to


TODAY

TODAY 8 a.m. (ESPN) Women’s soccer: Japan vs. England, World Cup. 8 a.m. (ESPN2) Women’s soccer:


EVENTS Remembrance

Americans are marking the sixth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks in New York and Washington,


Delphi considers relocating center

CHAMPION — Delphi Packard Electric is considering relocating its Champion Technical Center because


Near full capacity The Mahoning County main and misdemeanor jails have both fully reopened, sheriff says.

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Jail took in about 20 more federal inmates over the weekend,


Future uncertain for furloughed workers of Indalex Alumimum

One of the company’s three extrusion presses is broken and won’t be fixed. GIRARD — About 45


Crennel’s clock is ticking

It’s been a rough 10 days for Romeo Crennel since Browns general manager Phil Savage proclaimed that

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United Way drive seeks $266,000

SALEM — The directors and board members of United Way Services of Northern Columbiana County,


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL FCS COACHES POLL PointsLast Week 1.Appalachian St. (2-0) (28)7001 2t.


Strip club developerpleads innocent

Construction crews have torn out the building’s kitchen, the fire chief says. AUSTINTOWN — The


Lakeview board pays $10,000 toward hiring officer

CORTLAND — The Lakeview School District’s board voted to approve a payment of $10,000 to the


Locally made protein bars sold across U.S.

The company is producing 150,000 protein bars a day on Belmont Avenue. LIBERTY — A new company


Block party planned for Saturday on N. Side

YOUNGSTOWN — A free back-to-school community block party will be held from noon to 9 p.m. Saturday


ODNR gets OK to buy acreage in Mesopotamia for wetlands

COLUMBUS — Close to 200 acres along the Grand River in Trumbull County will be designated as state-


Depression linked to pregnant smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — More than one in 10 pregnant women smoke, and new research suggests many of them


“The Biggest Loser” (8 p.m., NBC): In the two-hour season premiere of “The Biggest

“The Biggest Loser” (8 p.m., NBC): In the two-hour season premiere of “The Biggest Loser,” the


A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown.

A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown. CANFIELD Sept. 2 Drug


Trustees to seek talks about study

One Canfield trustee remains opposed to a merger between the city and township or a study on the


Forum sends out notices about sale

Forum workers in Beeghly Medical Park acute-care facilities may be affected. YOUNGSTOWN —


MV eyes hockey event in N. Jersey

Twelve players from last year’s team are Phantoms again. BOARDMAN — The regular season is 10 days


Fake exterminator stole from homes, police say

One of the victims is an 88-year-old woman. BOARDMAN — It seems as if Derek Blackburn may be


West Branch board approves contracts for 2

BELOIT — At a special meeting Monday, the West Branch Board of Education approved filling two


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st—Stravinskys (Sanguinetti)4.203.003.00 Cardashi


Founder of Summitville Tiles, beef program is eulogized

SUMMITVILLE — Services were held Monday at First Presbyterian Church in Salem for businessman and


Ryan touts Farm Bill, Second Harvest strides

Seventeen percent of children in the Mahoning Valley live in poverty, the director said.


The people’s tenor

Opinion: Scripps Howard: With his magnificent voice and commanding presence, Luciano Pavarotti was


NATION

NATION Disney to have toys tested independently LOS ANGELES — After the recall of millions of


Group fighting levy sends ideas to panel

The group says cutting the central administration staff can reduce spending,. YOUNGSTOWN — A


Baseball

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“This will be counted as the blackest day in Pakistan’s history. I do not have words to

Opinion: “This will be counted as the blackest day in Pakistan’s history. I do not have words to describe my


DAY OF CARING

DAY OF CARING Today’s events Today is the 10th annual Youngstown/ Mahoning Valley United Way


Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Public Library Board, 6 p.m., Library Meeting Room. Weathersfield


FOOTBALL \ State poll

How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio high school football teams in the


HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER \ Monday’s games

BOYS Poland 2, Hubbard 1 HUBBARD — Ryan Storkel and Ryan Rovnak each scored a goal for Poland


Kanye throws a tantrum after losing at MTV awards

Kanye throws a tantrum after losing at MTV awards LAS VEGAS — Kanye West says he’ll never return


Arrest tape hearing slated for Wednesday

Arrest tape hearing slated for Wednesday CANFIELD — A hearing on a motion to release the


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Eric A. Zelesnak, 30, of 7477 Big Beaver Blvd., Wampum, Pa.,


Hubbard, county officials reach deal to install a sewer system

The public will have input on the project. HUBBARD — Dozens of residents in one township


FOOD BANK

FOOD BANK Fast facts Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley distributes 20,000 pounds


SUNDAY’S GAMES

SUNDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Seattle 14, Detroit 7 Boston 3, Baltimore 2 Tampa Bay 3,


The Democrats of the 17th and 6th Districts, a local political organization, will have a meeting

The Democrats of the 17th and 6th Districts, a local political organization, will have a meeting


Mahoning Township approves subdivision for track-casino plan

The project will need no zone change from the township, officials said. HILLSVILLE, Pa. —


CoTs get two-day warmup

NASCAR is trying to find the right combination for next month’s race. TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — More


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