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Hubbard company powers with hydrogen
HUBBARD — Powering up some light bulbs isn’t normally news. But for a tiny Hubbard company, it was
MySpace rumors checked out in Newton Falls
NEWTON FALLS — School officials and police have worked together to check into rumors on My Space and
10.5-percent raise for city police?
YOUNGSTOWN — A fact-finder’s report recommends the city give its police patrol officers a
Mill Creek MetroParks has new director
CANFIELD — Mill Creek MetroParks commissioners have tapped a Kentucky man as the park system’s new
Edwards quits race for Austintown post
AUSTINTOWN — Rich Edwards of Nashua Drive has withdrawn as a candidate for township fiscal officer.
Youngstown tree meeting postponed
YOUNGSTOWN — City council’s buildings and grounds committee postponed today’s meeting to discuss
Local judge will be doing justice duties
COLUMBUS — Judge Joseph J. Vukovich of the Youngstown-based 7th District Court of Appeals is serving
Fire strikes two Youngstown homes
YOUNGSTOWN — A firefighter working his way to the attic of a house at 548 W. Glenaven Ave. was
WORTH A LOOK | Area activities are open to the public
BOOK SALES XImmaculate Heart of Mary, 4490 Norquest Blvd., Austintown, will hold a book and media
Newton Falls school in session amid gun rumors
NEWTON FALLS — Newton Falls High School remains open this morning despite rumors that have
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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PREP SCHEDULES
PREP SCHEDULES TODAY BOYS GOLF (4 p.m. unless noted) Mooney vs. Jackson-Milton at Mill Creek
Pensacola station to close after Friday’s graduation
For the city, it’s the end of an era that lasted 70 years. PENSACOLA NAVAL AIR STATION, Fla. (AP)
Steelers dominate clock to beat Bills
Pittsburgh rolled to 421 yards on offense in a 26-3 victory at Heinz Field. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Father wants officials to admit to mistake
No one is saying if the two youths died in the crash or hours later. CHICAGO — Gary, Ind.,
Irish back to square one
Irish back to square one After Saturday’s lopsided loss to Michigan, Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis
NFL PREVIEW Tonight’s game
WASHINGTON at PHILADELPHIA Game time: 8:30 p.m. TV: ESPN. Opening line: Eagles by 7. Record vs.
BROWNS 51, BENGALS 45
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Banks’ reality series: a model of success
Tens of thousands of women aspire to be on the show. After eight seasons, or cycles, Tyra
AP file photo; Jan. 11, 2005
AP file photo; Jan. 11, 2005 IMPORTANT WORDS: Hargrove Inc. employee Nick Schiopu restores the
NOMINEE At a glance
Name: Michael B. Mukasey. Age and birth: 66; born 1941 in New York City. Education: LL.B.,
Bowyer’s status is upgraded
His strong showing in New Hampshire has revived his title hopes. LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Clint Bowyer
Benefit car show to help pay bills for ill boy’s care
Proceeds help with the costs that are not covered by insurance. CANFIELD — The ninth annual
Elections officials fear chaos
A vote by Congress is expected early this week. WASHINGTON — Local governments that spent
Top-ranked Southern Cal, LSU triumph with ease
No. 9 Louisville suffered a 40-34 loss to Kentucky; Georgia Tech fell. LINCOLN, Neb. — Top-
National debt is still growing; how much can we afford?
For the fifth time since President Bush took office, it has become necessary to increase the limit
NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AFC Colts 22, Titans 20 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Peyton Manning threw for 312 yards and a touchdown,
REGION
REGION Fund will make grants to programs for youths YOUNGSTOWN — The Young Philanthropist Fund
RESTORING BEAUTY Students clean up gardens behind Wick-Pollock Inn Volunteers hauled away 7 truckloads of debris
YOUNGSTOWN — Some have likened it to a secret garden, although it’s probably been around more than
Betting at racetracks in Ohio dropping off
Neighboring states allow slot machines at racetracks. CINCINNATI (AP) — Betting at two southwest
KEEPING TRACK OF … | NFL players
How players of area interest fared in Sunday’s games: Jeff Wilkins, Rams (Fitch/YSU) — Wilkins
Treez Please community organization is looking to turn empty lots green
The community group wants to leave empty lots better than it found them. YOUNGSTOWN — Treez
Concerns exist for Penguins
OK, so it probably wasn’t the greatest performance by a Youngstown State football team against a
‘Sopranos’ walks away with some Emmy gold
No one show dominated the Emmys this year. LOS ANGELES (AP) —“The Sopranos” turned its fade-to-
Don’t even talk about a recession
Opinion: It’s just barely noticeable at the moment, a slight little tap, tap, tap on the door, but yes,
6 Democratic candidates hammer Iraq war in Iowa
INDIANOLA, Iowa (AP) — Six Democratic presidential candidates took aim at President Bush as they
Dog euthanasia rates in Columbiana County have decreased dramatically.
Dog euthanasia rates in Columbiana County have decreased dramatically. 2003 Total dogs: 1,369
Simpson arrested, held without bail
The district attorney said Simpson could spend a long time locked up. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Police
“Prison Break” (8 p.m., Fox): “Prison Break” would have made a fantastic
“Prison Break” (8 p.m., Fox): “Prison Break” would have made a fantastic single-season series.
YSU EVENT Details
Youngstown State University will mark Constitution Day with a campus program tonight. Here are the
Royals tame Tribe; lead is reduced
Detroit invades Jacobs Field this week for three crucial games. CLEVELAND (AP) — Not only did
Browns’ wild win gives fans hope
The Browns offensive line protected the quarterback. CLEVELAND — Hope lives after all. Make no
Weis rattles Notre Dame with a Sunday practice
The Irish are 0-3 for only their second time; Michigan State is next. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) —
FINALS | NFL/Week 2
Cleveland 51, Cincinnati 45 Pittsburgh 26, Buffalo 3 San Francisco 17, St. Louis 16
NOTEBOOK \ NASCAR
Blaney 35th: Hartford native Dave Blaney finished 35th at the Sylvania 300, four laps off the lead.
Kroger widens financial services
Kroger follows Wal-Mart in its growth of personal finance offerings. CINCINNATI (AP) — Grocery
Hispanics changing face of U.S. politics
Opinion: Whatever you may think about the Sept. 9 presidential forum on the Spanish-language Univision
Woods closes his 2007 season with romp for the FedEx Cup
His final-round 66 shattered the tournament record. ATLANTA (AP) — This new era in golf sure had a
TODAY
TODAY 8 a.m. (ESPN) Women’s soccer: Germany vs. Japan, World Cup. 8 a.m. (ESPN2) Women’s soccer:
“The troop surge is working. The more successful we are, the more American troops can return
Opinion: “The troop surge is working. The more successful we are, the more American troops can return home.”
Newest Patriots clobber Chargers
Randy Moss scored two touchdowns and Adalius Thomas one in a 38-14 rout. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) —
COUNTING DOWN | Baseball’s races
MAGIC NUMBERS American League East WLPctMN Boston9060.6009 New York8564.570 American
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Dennis W. Banbury The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
Above, The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library celebrates the arrival of its new 35-foot
Above, The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library celebrates the arrival of its new 35-foot
Constitution Day requires class on U.S. document
Sen. Robert Byrd, D-W.Va., carries a copy of the Constitution in his pocket. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Browns outlast stunned Bengals
Derek Anderson threw five touchdown passes in the 51-45 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) — Another bizarre
Boardman girls shut out Canfield
Fitch lost to Green; Howland’s runners fared well in Cleveland Heights. CANFIELD — Junior forward
SATURDAY’S GAMES
SATURDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Toronto 8, Baltimore 3 Oakland 7, Texas 3 Boston 10, N.Y.
McCain says he’s John the Baptist
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential candidate John McCain, who has long
UAW-GM talks hit critical juncture Factory leaders hear conflicting reports
Complex issues make solutions difficult to reach, union leaders said. DETROIT (AP) — Contract
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP SYLVANIA 300 Sunday At New Hampshire International Speedway Loudon, N.H.
A committee is preparing to add five names to the school district's Hall of Fame during a two-day
A committee is preparing to add five names to the school district's Hall of Fame during a two-day
Pound saves dogs that need homes
The dog warden tries to get a photo of each dog that says, ‘I’m nice.’ LISBON — Dawn McVay,
Interest-rate cut expected Tuesday
Rates will drop on a variety of loans if the Fed lowers the prime rate. WASHINGTON (AP) — For the
Suspect arrested in killing of sheik
The murdered sheik was killed a few days after he met with President Bush. BAGHDAD (AP) — The U.S.
Cancer group to spend $15M to push insurance
At least 55,000 of the 1.4 million people diagnosed with cancer each year have no health
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 1st—Day of Suffering (Spieth)2.402.102.10 Flashy's Bro
At least 91 killed in crash of plane that caught fire
Survivors said the plane was out of control when it landed hard. PHUKET, Thailand (AP) — A plane
Suburban League races on tap
CANFIELD — Boardman High’s boys and girls cross country teams, which swept the Suburban League
WEEKEND SCORES AREA
WEEKEND SCORES AREA Maple Heights 32, Chaney 7 East 16, Eastlake North 8 Mooney 49, Warren
Five die in Ohio duplex blaze
GREENVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A fire that started in one duplex apartment spread to the other apartment
Facing multiple charges
Facing multiple charges YOUNGSTOWN — Blood on the porch of an abandoned home and a broken window
JOSHUA BENEFIT
JOSHUA BENEFIT How you can help Businesses, organizations and individuals who want to help with
Astros rookie leads Bucs assault
Houston pounded Pirates pitching for 22 hits in a 15-3 walloping. HOUSTON (AP) — Josh Anderson
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Greater Warren Community Federal Credit Union v. Paul Groves et
Researchers discover fish never seen in Pa.
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Small fish called river darters that have never before been found in Pennsylvania
Dear Osama, black isn’t your color
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Osama bin Laden is not one of those people who goes off to camp and never writes. He’s
A GARDEN’S ROOTS: The initials of Mary Wick Pollock adorn an arch in the inn’s garden.
A GARDEN’S ROOTS: The initials of Mary Wick Pollock adorn an arch in the inn’s garden. 1930
YSU negotiates lease to reopen historical site
The hospitality management program at YSU could be part of the operation. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
Greenspan elaborates about Iraq war and oil
Greenspan elaborates about Iraq war and oil WASHINGTON — Alan Greenspan, the former Federal
West Branch Hall to induct 5
The inductees or their representatives will be guests at Friday’s football game. BELOIT —
Iraq shows limits of U.S. power
Opinion: By the time Gen. David Petraeus arrived at the Capitol to report on the state of American operations
Bush to choose Mukasey to be attorney general
The retired judge has the respect of both sides of the congressional aisle. WASHINGTON (AP) —
POLLS ASSOCIATED PRESS
POLLS ASSOCIATED PRESS RecPtsPvs 1. Southern Cal (46)2-01,6051 2. LSU (19)3-01,5772 3.
Clooney presents film award to Weintraub
BOSTON (AP) — George Clooney praised producer Jerry Weintraub as a good friend, then presented the
Is it illegal?
Is it illegal? About 52 percent of Americans mistakenly believe it is illegal for prospective
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Late Rams mistakes preserve 49ers’ victory
San Francisco is 2-0 and plays the unbeaten Steelers next. ST. LOUIS (AP) — It was the kind of
Fire at vacant house damages properties
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire that began at an abandoned West Glenaven Avenue home Sunday damaged two
Wildfires in California force the evacuation of 2,000 people
FAWNSKIN, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters Sunday were battling two raging wildfires in Southern
Asian rivals are vying for more sales of DVDs
Licensing fees that could exceed $10 billion are at sake in DVD war. Raging in the backrooms of
MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 9, Angels 7 CHICAGO — Jim Thome’s 500th homer was a game-winner. Thome
LIST OF WINNERS
LIST OF WINNERS Primetime Emmy Awards Winners at Sunday’s 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards
Madonna toasts new year
Madonna toasts new year JERUSALEM — Madonna toasted the Jewish new year with Israeli President
History festival features apples
Festival organizers flooded Jefferson Street for the annual rubber duck race. LISBON — Folks
Simpson charged in armed robbery
Simpson said he went to the room to retrieve items that were his. LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson
Troop surge advancing freedom in Iraq
Opinion: Even before Congress got an encouraging update on security in Iraq from Gen. David Petraeus, some
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Struthers school board, 5:30 p.m., high school, 111 Euclid Ave. Poland Village
PGA-TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP
PGA-TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP Sunday At East Lake Golf Club Atlanta Purse: $7 million Yardage:
TREEZ PLEASE About the group
Treez Please is a newly formed group in the area. Officers: Atty. Debra Weaver, president; Frank
Vindy.com News Podcast for September 17, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, September 17, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
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