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Vindy.com News Podcast for September 14, 2007

The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, September 14, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.


Student gets reduced athletic suspension

POLAND — The Poland Seminary High School junior accused of drinking at a band night last month


Austintown Middle School property back on the market

AUSTINTOWN — If you want 15 acres of prime commercial real estate along busy Mahoning Avenue near


Youngstown teachers OK concessionary contract

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Education Association’s acceptance of a three-year concessionary


Do Not Call deadlines loom

Most people don’t know all the rules that went along with the Do Not Call registry, such as the


Brookfield bond committee seeks public input

BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Bond Issue Committee is looking for public opinion on where a new school


Weapon that caused wife’s death in question

WELLSVILLE — The gun a man said he used to shoot and kill his wife isn’t the weapon that killed her.


Prosecutors seek burial costs from Donna Moonda

AKRON — Federal prosecutors want Donna Moonda to repay burial costs to her husband’s estate since


Appeals court keeps three off ballot

WARREN — Three men who sought help from the 11th District Court of Appeals in their fight to get on


Arbitrator will determine firefighter pact

BOARDMAN — The issues surrounding a new pact for the township’s firefighters will be determined by


Germaniuk to run for Trumbull coroner’s job

Germaniuk to run for Trumbull coroner’s job WARREN — Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk, Trumbull County’s


Career Paths| Promotions, hirings

Career Paths| Promotions, hirings These promotions and hirings have been announced recently:


Limelight: | Community recognition

Limelight: | Community recognition These area companies and residents have been recognized


Ceremony set for new homes on North Side

Ceremony set for new homes on North Side YOUNGSTOWN — An open house and groundbreaking is planned


Poland student hearing set for tonight

Poland student hearing set for tonight POLAND — The case of a high school student suspended after


Youngstown teachers take 3-year wage freeze

Youngstown teachers take 3-year wage freeze YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown city school teachers will take


Liquidation auction at Wilson High School set Saturday

Liquidation auction at Wilson High School set Saturday YOUNGSTOWN — There will be a public auction


Road restrictions on state Route 165 today and Friday

Road restrictions on state Route 165 today and Friday NORTH LIMA — State Route 165 between state


City board OKs improvements for Ursuline and CCA

City board OKs improvements for Ursuline and CCA YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s board of control approved


Hydrant flushing set next week in Mineral Ridge

Hydrant flushing set next week in Mineral Ridge MINERAL RIDGE — The Trumbull County Sanitary


South Side man hospitalized after stabbing

South side man hospitalized after stabbing YOUNGSTOWN — Andre Underwood, 23, of Parkhill Avenue


Student jogging home hit by car and killed

Student jogging home hit by car and killed ALLIANCE, Ohio (AP) — Police say an Alliance High


Man arrested after admitting he shot someone

Man arrested after admitting he shot someone YOUNGSTOWN — A 56-year-old Penn Avenue man was


South Side man electrocuted at substation

South side man electrocuted at substation YOUNGSTOWN — A 50-year-old South Side man was


DO YOU HAVE ANY INFO?

DO YOU HAVE ANY INFO? Damion J. Hill was shot inside his 1996 green Ford Explorer around 2 a.m.


WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS

WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS TENNIS LIBERTY 5, BROOKFIELD 0 Singles — Stephanie Hirshl (L) def. Heidi


‘MR. WOODCOCK’

‘MR. WOODCOCK’ Grade: C. Director: Craig Gillespie. Running time: 1 hour, 30 minutes.


‘THE WAR’ Local WWII vets had their moment in the spotlight Thursday when PBS 45 & 49 aired the local documentary, ‘Northeast Ohio: The War,’ at The Butler Institute of

From Austintown, Niles, Canton and Alliance, they were teenagers or young adults when the bombs fell


Skynyrd donates part of sales to rock hall

Johnny Van Zant had considered going with his older brother in the plane that crashed 30 years ago.


RUSHINGAtt.YdsAvg.TD

RUSHINGAtt.YdsAvg.TD Fitzgerald Toussaint, Liberty5068813.812 Nate Ganyard, Niles5758710.311


METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE

METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Cardinals, Tigers square off Canfield and Howland breezed through


AMERICAN LEAGUE WHITE SOX 7, INDIANS 4

AMERICAN LEAGUE WHITE SOX 7, INDIANS 4 CLEVELANDCHICAGO abrhbiabrhbi Szmore cf3111Pdsdnk


Women’s World Cup

Women’s World Cup At A Glance By The Associated Press All Times EDT FIRST ROUND (Top two


Leads in ‘Woodcock’ aren’t giving it their all

Who would have guessed Stifler could go so soft? Our old pal Seann William Scott from “American


Islamic radicals targeting U.S.

Opinion: “Our strategy is this,” President Bush said last month. “We will fight them over there so we do not


YSU enrollment growth is team effort

Low tuition, increased aid and quality programs were among the factors cited. YOUNGSTOWN —


Deaths rose for 2005, U.S. health report says

A health policy professor said the numbers should be considered in five-year groups. ATLANTA (AP)


AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHAvg. MOrdonez Det143542108194.358 ISuzuki Sea142600104210.350


You’re judged by the people you pick

Opinion: Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani recently announced the 15 people he’s asked to help


New York-Penn League Playoff

New York-Penn League Playoff At A Glance By The Associated Press First Round (Best-of-3)


NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Bills: Patricia Dugas reached out, touched Kevin Everett’s arm and asked her son if he could feel


Full commitment lacking in war effort

Opinion: Six years after Sept. 11, 2001, what’s striking is how little has changed in America — and in its


Actress takes on new role: administering justice

‘The Brave One’ raises serious moral questions. TORONTO — Thirty years ago, Jodie Foster


ATP BCR ROMANIA OPEN

ATP BCR ROMANIA OPEN At Bucharest, Romania Purse: $486,450 (Intl. Series) Surface: Clay-


Sugar and honey help wounds heal

Q. My father developed a bedsore on his back around the beginning of the year. It became infected


AP Sportlight

AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA By The Associated Press Sept. 13 1930 — Tommy Armour


U.S. running out of troops in Iraq

Opinion: In his testimony to Congress on Monday, Gen. David H. Petraeus announced that he was withdrawing the


People who have insurance keep paying more for it, survey says

Insured workers pay an average of $3,281 for their share of the premium. The news from the U.S.


ON THE FAIRWAYS This week’s pro golf events

PGA TOUR Tour Championship Atlanta Schedule: Today-Sunday. Course: East Lake Golf Club (7,154


hTexas braces for storm

hTexas braces for storm HOUSTON — Tropical Storm Humberto formed off the Texas coast Wednesday,


Rachael Ray is looking for best cook

NEW YORK (AP) — Are you a wannabe celebrity chef, the most inventive cook on the block? And, most


Foster gets bad guys in ‘The Brave One’

We’ve seen this movie before. Only we haven’t seen Jodie Foster do it. Foster is the main reason


BONNIE BODNAR HENRY GOMEZ

BONNIE BODNAR HENRY GOMEZ XGIRARD — Bonnie Jean Bodnar and Henry Joseph Gomez were married Aug. 4


November 1952: Broke ground for a new $2.5 million, 100-bed wing. A $500,000 gift from the late

November 1952: Broke ground for a new $2.5 million, 100-bed wing. A $500,000 gift from the late


Important showdown could clarify MAC race

Top-ranked Division II Canfield invades the unbeaten Tigers on Friday. CANFIELD — As if being


Enjoy the Olympics, Mr. Bush

Opinion: Scripps Howard: President Bush plans to spend much of his final year in office traveling overseas --


COUNTING DOWN \ Baseball’s races

MAGIC NUMBERS American League East WLPctMN Boston8958.60512 New York8362.572 American


TMH likely to sell to proven company

If the sale goes through, Forum Health will have sold or closed three of its five major facilities.


PROTESTS

PROTESTS Charter amendments The Youngstown Park and Recreation Commission and Maggy Lorenzi, a


Zitello, Ridge making beautiful music together

The senior running back has helped lead the Rams to a 3-0 start. MINERAL RIDGE — If an A.J.


APRIL FEORENE JAKE MILLER

APRIL FEORENE JAKE MILLER XSTOW — April Feorene and Jake Miller were married at 1 p.m. July 28 at


LORI TOMKO ADAM HROMYAK

LORI TOMKO ADAM HROMYAK XYOUNGSTOWN — The Rev. Monsignor David W. Rhodes officiated when Lori


Leetonia plans a line to access Salem water

The village runs its own Internet community boards to get public comments. LEETONIA — Things


Auto workers await details on health care trust fund

Auto talks are expected to go beyond Friday’s deadline. TRENTON, Mich. (AP) — For something that’s


Told that Williams had taken the lead after three weeks of the Pigskin Pick ’Ems contest, one

Told that Williams had taken the lead after three weeks of the Pigskin Pick ’Ems contest, one


Irish’s size does make a difference

Unbeaten Ursuline will take on Massillon on Friday at Paul Brown Stadium. YOUNGSTOWN — Many


Motorcyclist in critical condition after crash

SALEM — The unidentified male driver of a motorcycle was in critical condition at St. Elizabeth


Anderson becomes starter, but the Quinn watch begins

Cleveland’s rookie quarterback won’t be holding a clipboard for long. BEREA (AP) — Wearing a


Weathersfield trustees oppose sewer fee

MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township trustees will send a letter of protest to the Trumbull County


Playhouse will present tribute to Frank Sinatra

Two men and two women perform in the play. Mention Frank Sinatra to anyone over the age of,


THIS WEEKEND’S SCHEDULE Friday (Games at 7:30 p.m. unless noted)

THIS WEEKEND’S SCHEDULE Friday (Games at 7:30 p.m. unless noted) Non-conference Chaney at Maple


Guilty plea over petition signing

WARREN — Grace Hreno of Niles, mother-in-law of former congressional candidate Randy Walter, pleaded


2 fires look suspicious

2 fires look suspicious YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters battled two simultaneous blazes Wednesday


Frye’s first day in Seattle was a bit confusing

KIRKLAND, Wash. (AP) — Charlie Frye fidgeted. He spun the ball between his hands. He pantomimed a


More cash available for small businesses

Cordray said previous officeholders didn’t promote the program. COLUMBUS — State Treasurer


Salem widow blames 58-year-old fridge

YOUNGSTOWN — A widow has filed a lawsuit against an Eastlake company in what she said was the carbon


Officials weigh options regarding property

Three potential bidders have indicated an interest in the downtown Struthers site. STRUTHERS —


Valdes-Morrone wedding plans are announced

XThe engagement of Dr. Carmen Maria Valdes and Ralph Conti Morrone, PE, and plans for their upcoming


Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blue Oyster Cult are at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls. Check

Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blue Oyster Cult are at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls. Check


LOAN PROGRAM

LOAN PROGRAM Small business help A total of eight businesses in Mahoning, Trumbull and


Province running behind memory of older brother

The Warren JFK senior even switched his jersey number in his brother’s honor. WARREN — Warren


PREP PREVIEW \ This week’s other games

SPRINGFIELD (0-3) vs. MINERAL RIDGE (3-0) Game time: 7 p.m. Friday at Mineral Ridge High stadium


Bucs rally to hand Brewers bad loss

Pittsburgh took two of three, hurting Milwaukee’s division hopes. PITTSBURGH (AP) — A loss like


Weekly Ohio fishing report

Weekly Ohio fishing report COLUMBUS — The weekly fishing report provided by the Division of


Man accused of stabbing clerk receives sentence

The victim has recovered from her injuries. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A man accused of stabbing a dry


YSU

YSU Women’s soccer team loses to Robert Morris YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State soccer team


The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant


PASSER RATING (min. 8 att./game)AttCompYardsTDIntRating

PASSER RATING (min. 8 att./game)AttCompYardsTDIntRating Steve McNeely, West Branch 5841757101233.8


Stony Brook’s mission: Keep moving up FCS

The Seawolves will take on Youngstown State on Saturday at Stambaugh. YOUNGSTOWN — Football


Seniors at center enjoy puppy tale plus real thing

The residents at Shepherd of the Valley didn’t mind a little visit from a Yorkshire puppy.


Dem representative from region checks out Iraq on U.S. House tour

‘Baghdad’s a little scary,’ the congressman said. While two of the top U.S. officials in Iraq


AUDITIONS \ Where to try out for roles

ACTORS “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane


INDEPENDENTS

INDEPENDENTS Overall WLPtsOP East215722 Warren JFK2110390 Beaver Local128074 Chaney03697


‘Top Chef’ contestant beaten by attackers

‘Top Chef’ contestant beaten by attackers SEA CLIFF, N.Y. — A former contestant on Bravo’s “Top


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William B. Maxhimer, 54, Massillon, and Leslie L. Frank, 57,


A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Sept. 6 Identity fraud: A


Led Zeppelin to reunite to perform one concert

Led Zeppelin to reunite to perform one concert LONDON — Led Zeppelin will perform a one-time


“Private Screenings: Norman Jewison” (8 p.m., TCM): “Private Screenings” has

“Private Screenings: Norman Jewison” (8 p.m., TCM): “Private Screenings” has host Robert Osbourne


Couple guilty of endangering son in ’03

YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning Avenue couple has pleaded guilty to reduced charges of child endangering


BRANDY LEKSELL SHADDICK KEAGY

BRANDY LEKSELL SHADDICK KEAGY XYOUNGSTOWN — Immaculate Heart of Mary Church provided the setting


Power to the people

Opinion: Power to the people EDITOR: Typically, I elect not to spend the time correcting various media


NORTHFIELD

NORTHFIELD WEDNESDAY RESULTS 1st—Big Mac (Boring)12.405.803.40 Charming Comer


PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP Wednesday’s matches

GIRLS Canfield 1, Salem 0 CANFIELD — In the 12th minute of the game, sophomore striker Audrey


University names panel for labor talks

YSU is taking a different approach to labor negotiations. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State


Brunner plans to test voting equipment

WARREN — Ohio’s secretary of state plans to spend nearly $1.8 million to test Ohio’s various types


Stadium idea still possible

A few years ago, Michael Zordich had an idea to build a high school football stadium downtown. He


Ex- Judge Cronin admits DUI, gets 5 days||video

The retired judge resigned last week as a YSU instructor. CANFIELD — When Maureen A. Cronin


Warren man is sentenced for abduction, assault

WARREN — A city man convicted of abducting and assaulting a former girlfriend while wearing a hockey


Thome’s 499th blast leads ’Sox past Tribe

Chicago snapped Cleveland’s four-game winning streak. CHICAGO (AP) — Jim Thome is just one away


Ron Chick’s Friends to perform at The Embassy

STRUTHERS — A big band dinner-dance featuring Ron Chick’s Friends and vocalist Bobby Remp will be


Former TV reporter, Youngstown resident to release jazz album

Five of the seven songs on her new CD are originals. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley residents


Project to halt flooding to begin in October

AUSTINTOWN — A project designed to control flooding around Ayrshire and Edinburg drives should begin


Mahoning County officials will back Youngstown’s tougher pit bull law

Dog owners say the new law unfairly targets a specific breed. YOUNGSTOWN — Top city and


Baseball

Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog National League CINCINNATI51/2-61/2St.Louis ColoradoEven-


‘THE BRAVE ONE’

‘THE BRAVE ONE’ Grade: C+ Director: Neil Jordan. Rating: R for violence, language and some


, antifreeze and chartreuse.

, antifreeze and chartreuse. Steelhead are being caught from Geneva to Ashtabula in 70 to 72 feet.


SECOND PENALTY

SECOND PENALTY Maureen A. Cronin Maureen A. Cronin, a retired Mahoning County Common Pleas


Mayor right in not rushing to sign arena-related pact

Drive by the Chevrolet Centre in downtown Youngstown any evening this month and you’ll find the


MLB ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Devil Rays 4 BOSTON — David Ortiz hit his second homer of the game, a


“In the present situation it is difficult to push ahead with effective policies that win the

Opinion: “In the present situation it is difficult to push ahead with effective policies that win the support


VUELTA A ESPANA RESULTS

VUELTA A ESPANA RESULTS Wednesday At Algemesi, Spain 11th Stage 118.9 miles from Oropesa del


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Lynyrd Skynyrd with Blue Oyster Cult. When: 7:30 tonight at Blossom; and 8 p.m.


Mooney defeats Canton Central, improves to 7-0

Hubbard, Liberty and Lakeview earned Trumbull Athletic Conference wins. CANTON — Senior outside


Parents of slain man offer reward in case

The gunman, dressed in a red hoodie, jumped a fence to get away. YOUNGSTOWN — The parents of


WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED Some top performances from Week 3 RUSHING A.J. Zitello, Mineral Ridge


Park panel, Lorenzi oppose ballot issues for overhaul

The Mahoning County elections board will hear the objections Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Paull-Bitzer troth is announced, wedding planned

XCANFIELD — Announced by David and Noel Paull, 3560 Almerinda Drive, is the engagement of their


2 men to be sentenced in fatal robbery

The prosecution is asking for long prison terms for both. YOUNGSTOWN — Sentencing will be Friday


Undecided on what game to take in this weekend? There’s some solid matchups. Let’s start

Undecided on what game to take in this weekend? There’s some solid matchups. Let’s start with:


NATION

NATION Report: Oil futures up NEW YORK — Oil futures prices rose sharply Wednesday, briefly


Panel members focus on suicide prevention

Delphi Packard workers might be added to the at-risk population as their benefits run out. WARREN


Continental close to deal to expand Hopkins hub

The airline is about to embark on a $50 million upgrade in Cleveland, a newspaper reports.


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