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Pavlik fight | Round 5

Both fighters try to establish jabs and work in hard rights. No big blows landed in the first


PAVLIK FIGHT| ROUND 4

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Pavlik starts the fourth round with a series of jabs stunning the champ.


Pavlik fight | Round 3

Pavlik composes himself at the beginning of round 3. Tries to establish his jab. Pavlik backs him


PAVLIK FIGHT| ROUND 2

ATLANTIC CITY N.J. — At the start of the second round both men come out of the corner guarded, but


Pavlik fight | Round 1

The fight began at 11:35 p.m. Taylor came out with a wild right right away. He seems to want to


PAVLIK FIGHT| Pavlik enters the arena set to take a shot at the title.

ATLANTIC CITY N.J. — Kelly Pavlik entered the arena set to take on Jermain Taylor for the


Pavlik fight | The countdown begins

Saturday night’s main undercard bout between Andre Berto and David Estrada just finished, which


Pavlik fight | Eleven hours away

At noon on Saturday, Kelly Pavlik’s trainer, Jack Loew, leaned up against a wooden railing about 100


VIDEO: Atlantic City Prepares for Pavlik

Atlantic City Prepares for Pavlik

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VIDEO: Pavlik Weighs In

Pavlik Weighs in

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Pavlik fight | Six hours away

Just before 6 p.m. on Saturday night, Youngstown’s Harry Arroyo, the former IBF lightweight


Pavlik fight | The Lowes survey

Cashing out at Lowes about 6 p.m. Saturday, the clerk had a peculiar question for a Vindy staffer:


Pavlik fight | Youngstown fans in the crowd

ATLANTIC CITY N.J. — With much anticipated Kelly Pavlik and Jermain Taylor title bout more than two


Sobriety checkpoint in Washingtontonville

The Mahoning County Operating Vehicle Impaired Task Force will hold a sobriety checkpoint from 9


Looking for the Great Pumpkin?

GREEN — The 13th annual Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers weigh-off will be Oct. 6 at the Parks


Memorial service Sunday for Rev. Rex Humbard in Akron

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Services remembering the life of the preacher whose televangelism ministry once


Ground beef recall expanded due to E. coli concerns

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — The Topps Meat Co. on Saturday expanded its recall of frozen hamburger patties


Childrens Museum seeks groups for Spooktacular event

YOUNGSTOWN — The Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 E. Boardman St. downtown, seeks participation


Paintballs blast Youngstown home

YOUNGSTOWN — At least 41 yellow paintballs splattered the front of a house in the 2700 block of


838th Military Police mobilize for duty

AUSTINTOWN — While Michael Sheely’s soldier dad is away on a year-long mission, the 5-year-old has


Sharpsville veteran laid to rest, years after he was lost

HERMITAGE, Pa. – Lt. James Wendell Blose of Sharpsville, Pa. vanished at age 23 on a World War II


Diocese in Pittsburgh has new bishop

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Rev. David Zubik was installed Friday as the 12th bishop of the Roman Catholic


Triple fatal crash in Venango County

CRANBERRY, Pa. (AP) — Three people, including a father and son from Pittsburgh, have been killed in


Two dead in Butler County house fire

HARMONY, Pa. (AP) — Two people have been killed in a Butler County house fire, and a state police


New Castle will buy property for industrial development

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City council has agreed to buy the former Shenango China plant at the Riverview


Plans taking shape for racetrack casino

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — It didn’t take long for Centaur Inc. to get moving on its plans for a new


Media group sets Oct. 8 open house

YOUNGSTOWN — A Youngstown man has turned his childhood passion into a career, and now, a media


South Range school plans to be reviewed

NORTH LIMA — South Range School District residents will have a chance to discuss proposals for the


Decision pending on landfill operating permit

LISBON — A decision is pending on whether the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency will grant


War of words begins in sheriff race

YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Sheriff Randall Wellington is a poor leader and bad manager, said a


Warren Taser case goes to FBI and BCI

The city hopes to have some answers in the case within a few weeks. WARREN — The case

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Union is 36-17 winner

Chase Frederick’s conversion reception in OT was the difference in Mohawk’s victory. NEW CASTLE,


McDonald goes to ground in win

The Blue Devils had all 279 of its yards on the ground in the 17-13 win. McDONALD — Though


Rushing, defense helps lead Mercer past W. Middlesex

The Mustangs’ Justin Angermeier keyed the offensive attack. WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. — It’s


COUNTING DOWN Baseball’s races

MAGIC NUMBERS American League East WLPctMN Boston clinched American League Central Cleveland


“Back at the Barnyard” (9 p.m., Nickelodeon): Get this party started with the party

“Back at the Barnyard” (9 p.m., Nickelodeon): Get this party started with the party animals who


25 years later, pain of Tylenol poisonings remains

No one has ever been arrested in the case. CHICAGO (AP) — Helen Jensen can still picture the


Rendell to tout health plan

The nearly $317 million plan has been held up by opposition to a payroll tax. HARRISBURG (AP) —


U.S. airstrike kills al-Qaida leader, commander says

Al-Qaida in Iraq is fractured, the brigadier general says. WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. airstrike


NATION

NATION Government shuts down online bank NetBank WASHINGTON — NetBank Inc., an online bank with


TENNIS

TENNIS Women Mount Union 9, Westminster 0 NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Westminster is now 6-4. The


Studies tie high death rate of black babies to racism

Previous studies have cited stress as a factor but haven’t explored the source of the stress.


On comedy tour, The Reverend is aiming to kill

He’s been making people laugh for 18 years. On a daily basis, the fine line between genius and


Girard stays in first with 26-21 victory

Liberty and Hubbard won easily to remain a game back of the Indians and Lakeview. CHAMPION


YSU ENROLLMENT Local numbers

Youngstown State University had 18 percent of the high school graduating classes in Mahoning,


Fitch suffers 16-7 loss to McKinley

The Falcons took a 7-3 lead into halftime but couldn’t hold on. AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown


Sharon falls in four OTs

Greenville’s two-point conversion was the difference in the 36-35 victory. SHARON, Pa. — Over


Brookfield can’t stop Lakeview run game

The Bulldogs’ Ben Moody rolled up 210 yards in the 33-20 victory. BROOKFIELD — Going into the


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

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AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 5, ROYALS 3

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Family Services exec to be guest on ‘Dee’

YOUNGSTOWN — Dave Arnold, president of the Familly Services Agency, will be the guest on “Sunday


S. Range extends streak to 28 games

The Raiders now have 28 straight wins after beating East Palestine 44-12. EAST PALESTINE — Chris


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:


‘Kid Nation’ ruined by adults

Opinion: WASHINGTON — When they write the cultural history of childhood in 21st- century America, I hope they


C.C. lifts Indians past K.C.

The Tribe wrapped up home field advantage in the first round of the playoffs. KANSAS CITY, Mo.


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Twins 2 BOSTON — Daisuke Matsuzaka won for only the second time since


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Edward M. Kalaher, 34, of 1632 W. Hampton Drive, Austintown,


Red Cross makes attempt to get hostages freed

The workers were taken hostage Wednesday. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The International Committee of


Plans for new models brighten the Valley

People are relieved at the news about the new car lines. The Mahoning Valley is getting some new


20% of 2007 Valley grads enroll at YSU

The university has set an enrollment goal of 14,000 students for next fall. YOUNGSTOWN


‘Pastels’ is topic for ‘Connection’

YOUNGSTOWN — On Sunday’s “Community Connection” host Madonna Chism Pinkard will interview Karen


TODAY

TODAY 8 a.m. (21) (3) (11) Golf: President’s Cup. 9 a.m. (GC) Golf: Seve Trophy. 10 a.m.


NEWS SHOWS Sunday topics

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Former President Bill Clinton;


Win streak meaningless to Cardinals

The defending World Series champs will be home for the playoffs this season. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The


Girl in sex tape is found

Girl in sex tape is found LAS VEGAS — A young girl who was seen being sexually assaulted in a


Boardman 42, Massillon Perry 6

Boardman 42, Massillon Perry 6 Mooney 21, Buffalo (N.Y.) St. Francis 0 Canton McKinley 16, Fitch


Man faces charges in car chase by police

A motion to revoke a separate bond is set for a hearing Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — An unlicensed


Johnson will be Sunday’s pole sitter

Ryan Newman’s time was disallowed because of roof height. KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Midway through


Disconnected public aids imperial Bush

Opinion: John W. Dean pulled no punches last Friday night in Kansas City in assessing the damage President


NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

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Austintown fire investigated as arson

AUSTINTOWN — A house fire that began as five family members slept early Monday is being investigated


Metal thefts make plant unstable

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City officials are assessing the stability of the former Shenango China plant


Man, 27, charged in death of child

County records its second death of a toddler this year resulting in charges. NILES — A 27-


Gateway openers mostly successful

The Penguins play host to Missouri State tonight. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State hopes to


Spokesman touts energy plan

The energy adviser said it’s too early to know if jobs would come to the Valley. YOUNGSTOWN


Finding impartial jury a concern, lawyers say

A defense attorney said race likely will be a factor during jury selection. CANTON (AP) — Lawyers


Suspect charged in child’s hanging death

NAVARRO MILLS, Texas (AP) — An apparent stranger to a 6-year-old found hanged in her family’s garage


Poland broke open a close game in the third quarter, beating Niles 26-7.

Poland broke open a close game in the third quarter, beating Niles 26-7. NILES — Locked in a


Bain Capital Partners buying 3Com Corp.

The company’s stock has fallen from $100 to about $3 a share. BOSTON (AP) — Network equipment


Edwards targets health care

The Democratic presidential candidate spoke at a $15-per-ticket event in Columbus. COLUMBUS (AP) —


Austin’s plunge is spark team needed

MONTREAL (AP) — Woody Austin produced quite a ripple effect. The Americans were drowning in their


LATE SUNDAY

LATE SUNDAY Dear readers, We are making the best plans we can to deliver with your Sunday


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

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Hurts so good: Bears’ Kruegel leads 34-31 win

Leetonia’s running back shook off illness to help his team beat Lowellville. LEETONIA —


Pa. man found guilty of raping woman in Ohio

AKRON (AP) — A man accused of attacking a woman in the parking lot of a Pittsburgh-area shopping


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: The Killers of Comedy Tour featuring headliner Reverend Bob Levy with Beetlejuice,


Retiring judge to stay a bit longer

The probate judge’s term expires Feb. 8, 2009. YOUNGSTOWN — Judge Timothy P. Maloney of


Lordstown will build both a small car and a midsize model.

Lordstown will build both a small car and a midsize model. LORDSTOWN — General Motors plans to


YSU

YSU Softball pitcher signs BOLIVAR, N.Y. — Jordan Ingalls of Bolivar-Richburg High has made a


THURSDAY’S GAMES

THURSDAY’S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Minnesota 5, Boston 4 Baltimore 8, Toronto 5 N.Y. Yankees


Valley’s fishing spots produce mighty muskies

The big dog in our local waters is a fish with a mouthful of teeth that would scare a dentist and a


Penguins open Gateway

Penguins open Gateway Youngstown State plays host to Missouri State tonight in the Gateway


Ex-champs can’t be wrong: Pavlik will prevail tonight

Tonight’s the night boxing enthusiasts in Youngstown and throughout the Mahoning Valley have awaited


Boy was pressured to confess, family says

The boy’s attorney said he will seek to prevent the use of the alleged confession. CINCINNATI (AP)


GM VEHICLES \ Assembly sites

In a tentative labor contract, GM made commitments to build current or future products at 16 plants:


Ding dong! Avon man calling

This Avon rep has a mustache. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — This Avon rep wears a hard hat and carries a


Diocese trial goes to the jury

The ex-accountant for the Cleveland diocese faces money-laundering charges, among others.


Mooney cruises in Buffalo

The unbeaten Cardinals blanked St. Francis 21-0. BUFFALO, N.Y. — Michael Zordich rushed nine times


Madonna leads nominees for Rock Hall

NEW YORK (AP) — Here’s something Madonna can really celebrate: a nomination to the Rock and Roll


Clippers run past Ridge, 28-20

Columbiana shut down the Rams’ running attack. MINERAL RIDGE — In a key conference showdown


Amish thank those who helped

Tuesday will mark one year since the schoolroom massacre. NICKEL MINES, Pa. (AP) — Four days


Civil War letters being auctioned

A Mansfield, Ohio, man said he will bid on about 100 of the letters today. COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) —


Hunters’ lawsuit: Clothes fail smell test

One company is adamant about the product working. By DOUG SMITH MINNEAPOLIS — Deer hunters


Baseball

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Merck keeps fighting Vioxx suits

The drug maker is fighting each lawsuit rather than reach settlements with plaintiffs. TRENTON,


Struthers rallies against Salem

The Wildcats scored twice in the final quarter for a 29-15 victory. STRUTHERS — The Struthers High


GENERAL MOTORS

GENERAL MOTORS Lordstown plant Since the facility opened in 1966, Lordstown employees have


High school rodeos are on the rise

The riders’ parents pace on the sidelines as their children take part. WAPAKONETA, Ohio (AP) —


Blaze destroys fire station

One of three firetrucks is believed to have started the fire. BRACEVILLE — Braceville Fire


UPDATES ON THE WAR

Other developments: Iraq’s prime minister told The Associated Press on Friday that a U.S. Senate


Four-goal flurry keys U.S. team past Phantoms

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — The U.S. National team defeated the Mahoning Valley Phantoms, 7-2, Friday night


Ryan Adams rants

Ryan Adams rants MINNEAPOLIS — Ryan Adams pitched another fit for a Minneapolis audience, a few


NEXTEL CUP-KANSAS 400 LINEUP

NEXTEL CUP-KANSAS 400 LINEUP Friday’s qualifying; race Sunday At Kansas Speedway Kansas City,


Motivated Boardman rolls past Perry, 42-6

The Spartans bounced back from a Federal League loss to Hoover last week. BOARDMAN — Losing


LEADERS

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AG-elect’s security cost $28M

The U.S. marshals were assigned to Mukasey when he was a federal judge. WASHINGTON (AP) —


PRESIDENTS CUP PAIRINGS

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Break out the feeders and call in the birds

Though some backyard birders keep their feeding stations stocked all year, I suspect many


Resignation from bar

Resignation from bar YOUNGSTOWN — The Ohio Supreme Court has accepted the resignation of Atty.


Vatican urges Muslims to work toward peace

The foreign affairs chief said all religions should join together for peace. VATICAN CITY (AP) —


Sewing up a future by learning a skill

The group abides by building reliance, one stitch at a time. YOUNGSTOWN — For nine years,


Pipettes postponed

Concerts by the Pipettes scheduled for Thursday at Beachland Ballroom in Cleveland and Oct. 13 in


S. Florida QB leads Bulls past W. Virginia

West Virginia’s Pat White was knocked out of the game in the second quarter. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) —


Defense steps up in Ursuline’s win

The Irish held off Warren Harding’s rally in a 28-13 victory. WARREN — Ursuline High football


The thrill of victory, agony of success?

Opinion: We are not looking to win the war in Iraq anymore. Instead, according to President Bush’s recent


REGION

REGION Gun show planned LOWELLVILLE — The Mahoning Valley Gun Collectors will have their fall


UAW reveals details of contract with GM

The deal proposes cutting pay for some jobs by 50 percent. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp.


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