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Cop shoots pit bull on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A city police officer used her service revolver to shoot an aggressive pit bull dog in
Back home, Pavlik revels in Valley fans
YOUNGSTOWN — City of Youngstown: This one’s for you. That’s how Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik feels
Construction at Northside is suspended
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health has agreed to temporarily suspend construction and renovations for its new
Humbard, soul saver, eulogized
AKRON (AP) — The Rev. Rex Humbard was remembered Sunday at a memorial service for a ministry that
Police probe homicide on East Side
Campbell police found the body while transporting the victim’s mother. YOUNGSTOWN — Police and the
Valley Pavlik fans in N.J. celebrate big
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Shaking hands, hugging fans and smiling for the camera is something
2 die in fire in Harmony, Pa.
HARMONY, Pa. — The State Police Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a blaze that killed a man and
Bureau envisions welcome center
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Convention and Visitors Bureau seeks to establish a storefront
New law will require decals on farm tractors
COLUMBUS — By the middle of this month, motorists in rural areas of Ohio will probably start
Mancini, Arroyo celebrate Pavlik
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A few hours after Saturday night’s fight, hundreds of delirious fans
The day after for Kelly Pavlik
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — When Kelly Pavlik woke up in his Bally’s hotel room this morning, the first
Forum Health seeks grants for Northside
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health wants $7 million in state grants to help finance maintenance and upgrades
YEC looks to get the word out about aid
YOUNGSTOWN — There are 44 seniors set to graduate from Youngstown Early College next spring. They
What’s next for the boxing champ?
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — As talk of a rematch with Jermain Taylor swirled around the boxing world
Checkpoint leads to one DUI arrest
WASHINGTONVILLE — A 3 1/2-hour sobriety checkpoint Saturday evening, in which police checked 628
Retiring director reflects Mill Creek Park
CANFIELD — During Susan Dicken’s five years as executive director of Mill Creek MetroParks, park
Pavlik’s neighbors rejoice at his victory
YOUNGSTOWN — Euphoric neighbors of world middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik began preparing
Pavlik fight | Late Vindy delivery Sunday, stick around for Monday
Readers, We gave you a heads up Friday and Saturday, but in case you missed it, your paper
YSU considers buying church near campus
YOUNGSTOWN — A church at Wick and Lincoln avenues may become a part of Youngstown State University.
PHOTOS: Pavlik wins in the 7th round
Kelly Pavlik wins the title in the 7th with TKO of Jermain Taylor.
Pavlik fight | HBO will replay it this morning
The schedule for HBO says it will rebroadcast the Kelly Pavlik fight Sunday morning starting at 10
Economic casualties of Iraq war Cost of benefits for 185,000 soars; vets, families suffer
The struggles have led at least one retired soldier to the brink of suicide. TEMECULA, California
BEDTIME TO BOOK
HANOVER, Pa. — What started as a bedtime story for her children has made Gillian Colley a finalist
READING SERIES
READING SERIES YSU Poetry Center YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown authors Philip Brady and Christopher
SAGE ADVICE | Tips from a pro “The Fortune Teller’s Kiss” (University Press, $26.95) is an award-winning memoir written by local author Brenda Serotte. Honored as runner-up for the
Don’t worry what anyone in the family will think. Get your ideas down; write your story first.
Hope arrives for parents of babies with spina bifida
Experts are studying what happens when such babies are operated in utero. COLORADO SPRINGS,
The country’s been trying to regulate pollutants for more than 35 years.
The country’s been trying to regulate pollutants for more than 35 years. PHILADELPHIA — Suddenly
WOUNDED VETS
WOUNDED VETS How you can help There are a number of nonprofit organizations that provide
U.S. attorney cracks down on N.J. corruption
Some critics have accused the Republican appointee of targeting certain officials.
Research: Drinking alcohol raises breast-cancer risks
Scientists still don’t why alcohol affects breast cancer. SAN FRANCISCO — Heavy drinking
Testimonies to sugar’s healing power
Q. You recently wrote about using sugar for slow-healing wounds and bedsores. As a nurse, I learned
Doctor’s book finds bigger audience
Johns Hopkins University Press took an interest in an earlier version of the children’s health
BEST-SELLERS
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly For the week ending Sept. 22: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “You’ve
Writing memoirs? Guide eases task
Storytelling is a powerful tool, the author says. “How to Write Your Life Story” by Ralph
DENVER (AP) — Nine months after back-to-back blizzards brought life to a near-standstill in
DENVER (AP) — Nine months after back-to-back blizzards brought life to a near-standstill in much of
NFL PREVIEW \ Today’s games
BALTIMORE at CLEVELAND Game time: 1 p.m. TV⁄radio: (27) (19) (2) WKBN-AM (570) Opening line:
Ohio group needs hay for animals at sanctuary
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (AP) — The Ohio Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals lacks sufficient
Cavs sign Devin Brown, acquire forward from N.O.
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers finally made a few offseason moves, signing free agent guard
A&L LANDFILL Troubled past
A&L LANDFILL Troubled past The A&L Landfill, which is in portions of Center, Elkrun and Madison
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA New Jersey42081910
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL East 27, Akron East 12 Youngstown Christian 21, Lutheran East 6
Dissidents see defeat at hand in Myanmar
The ordeal started as a protest of fuel prices. YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Die-hard protesters waved
Plans announced for Jaelyn Farris and Joseph Martin
XNEW CASTLE, Pa. — James and Lynda Farris, 225 W. Winter Ave., are announcing the upcoming marriage
Top Cowher assistants await his former team
Ken Whisenhunt and Russ Grimm were candidates to replace the Steelers boss. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP)
Cincinnati bus drivers rack up arrest records
CINCINNATI (AP) — Nearly a quarter of the city’s public school bus drivers have been arrested since
Better condoms to be given away
WASHINGTON (AP) — Who cares if they’re free? Residents in the nation’s capital say the condoms being
South Range residents’ input sought
District residents are welcome to take part in the planning process for the new school. NORTH
NOTEBOOK \ YSU vs. Missouri State
Nice crowd: The attendance of 19,617 was the sixth best in YSU history at Stambaugh Stadium and only
Suicide bomber kills at least 30 in Afghanistan
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack. KABUL, Afghanistan — A suicide bomber
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints John A. Miller et al v. Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
MILL CREEK METROPARKS October calendar Activities slated for next month at Mill Creek MetroParks:
Oct.: 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 & 4, 11, 18 & 25. Yoga at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Tuesdays, 8:30-10 a.m.
SCORES MEN
SCORES MEN Lowellville Mt. Carmel (Tanglewood) — League champs: Falcon Foundry (Dave Donatelli,
8 rescued from heavy snow in Himalayas
NEW DELHI — Russian tourists stranded in India’s Himalayas because of a heavy snowfall have been
Wesches mark their 60th anniversary
XCOLUMBIANA — Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Wesch Jr., of 422 N. Bayshore Drive, celebrated their 60th
A beastly season at Valley theaters
The rights to ‘Beauty and the Beast’ are very much in demand. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s not uncommon
TODAY
TODAY 4:55 a.m. (ESPN2) Women’s soccer: World Cup third-place match. 7:55 a.m. (ESPN2) Women’s
Halloween Spooktacular
Halloween Spooktacular YOUNGSTOWN — The Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 E. Boardman St.
Play examines effects of bullying
Parents can learn a lot from watching this play with their children. Although bullying has
LinkedIn allows photos after earlier resistance
LinkedIn allows photos after earlier resistance NEW YORK — Giving into user demand, the networking
Indians’ home-field bid foiled by Royals
Joey Gathright singled home the go-ahead run in the eighth for a 4-3 win. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) —
Westminster celebrates 14-7 win over Grove City
The Titans’ defense excelled in the PAC opener. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Homecoming is supposed
“Dexter” (9 p.m., Showtime): Diving into a second season of “Dexter” caused
“Dexter” (9 p.m., Showtime): Diving into a second season of “Dexter” caused Michael C. Hall, the
The Penguins routed Missouri State, 49-21
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State’s football team continued its dominance over Missouri State and kept
REGION
REGION Academy accepts program applications YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Entrepreneurial Academy
Call-to-duty ceremony for members of the Ohio National Guard’s 838th Military Police Company draws overflow crowd in Austintown Heroes send-off
The shy Mineral Ridge boy, dressed in a black Army T-shirt, combat-gray cap and shorts, grinned and
Family, friends pay tribute to WWII pilot
A niece found out all she could about the uncle who died before she was born. HERMITAGE, Pa.
hWorld champ in grits
hWorld champ in grits BOSSIER CITY, La. — He’ll never want breakfast again. Pat Bertoletti, above,
Fister-Lah troth, wedding plans are announced
XJack J. Lah, a son of Jack and Charlotte Lah of Vienna, and Anna S. Fister, a daughter of Paul and
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN After Annie insisted that Ritchie is alive and out to torment her, Aidan found
Jarvis’ ground attack paces Kent State past Ohio, 33-25
Akron is overwhelmed by Connecticut, 44-10, for the Zips’ third defeat. ATHENS — Eugene Jarvis
PREP VOLLEYBALL \ Saturday’s matches
Salem 25-25-26, Canton GlenOak 14-17-24 SALEM — Amy Scullion had 17 kills while Katie Scullion had
November vows set for Casciano and DiRienzo
XYOUNGSTOWN — Cecelia Casciano, 1340 Inverness Ave., Youngstown, announces the engagement of her
Phantoms goaltender Bartus blanks Team USA
Trent Bonnet scored the game’s only goal. ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Veteran goaltender Garrett Bartus
Polamalu earns his huge salary
Making big money hasn’t changed the lifestyle or playing ability of Pittsburgh Steelers standout
Shivers sisters run 1-2, Salem retains crown
COLUMBIANA — Sisters Lauren and Liz Shivers placed first (19 minutes, 12 seconds) and second
Penguins remain rushing power
Seven backs ran for 315 yards against Missouri State. YOUNGSTOWN — Last season, the Youngstown
U.S. Taser debate hits home
U.S. Taser debate hits home A Howland Township woman's scuffle with a Warren police officer at a
THE NUMBERS YSU 49, Missouri St. 21
Missouri St.7077—21 YSU714217—49 First Quarter MSU—G.Davis 51 run (Stokes kick), 12:46.
Taylor-Williams wedding plans are announced
XAnnounced by Carolyn Taylor of Youngstown and Herman Taylor Sr. of Girard are plans for the
Youngstown cannot afford to pump money into arena
Mayor Jay Williams says city government is prepared to operate and manage the Chevrolet Centre on a
BALTIMORE RAVENS at CLEVELAND BROWNS — RAVENS: OUT: DT Trevor Pryce (wrist), CB Samari Rolle
BALTIMORE RAVENS at CLEVELAND BROWNS — RAVENS: OUT: DT Trevor Pryce (wrist), CB Samari Rolle
OSU wears down U of M
The Buckeyes’ 30-7 win could push them to No. 4 in the polls today. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Chris Wells
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: ‘Night Light’ Where: The Moyer Room of the Youngstown Playhouse, off Glenwood
Columbiana County landfill under review by Ohio EPA
LISBON — A decision is pending on whether the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency will grant
Phantoms win 1-0
Phantoms win 1-0 Garrett Bartus stopped 44 shots, leading the Mahoning Valley Phantoms to a 1-0
Giving up attorney rights is harder with new ruling
The issue is of special interest to juveniles in Ohio. COLUMBUS (AP) — Just before his 14th
SATURDAY’S SCORES EAST
SATURDAY’S SCORES EAST Allegheny 14, Denison 0 Army 37, Temple 21 Ashland 59, Mercyhurst 43
OHIO
OHIO Friday 9/28 Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-1-1 Pick 4, 3-0-0-9 Rolling Cash 5, 3-4-15-27-31 Ten-
COUNTING DOWN Baseball’s races
MAGIC NUMBERS American League East WLPctMN Boston clinched American League Central Cleveland
Actors breathe life into ‘Zombie Prom’
“Grease” met “The Rocky Horror Show” at the Salem Community Theatre on Friday, and the result was
MERCER COUNTY | Sentences Judges in Mercer County Common Pleas Court recently sentenced these people:
Christopher Berger, 23, of Orchard Street, Sharon, 14 to 28 years in prison for involuntary deviate
Heavy agenda awaits high court as term begins
Cases on corporate liability and imprisonment of terror suspects top the Supreme Court’s agenda
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-KANSAS 400
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-KANSAS 400 Friday’s qualifying; race today At Kansas Speedway Kansas City,
DeTunno 50th being celebrated today at brunch
XCAMPBELL — Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. DeTunno Sr., 520 Cynthia Drive, are celebrating the 50th
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Bates Storm (Gonzalez) 5.80 5.60 3.80 Jolie's Jewel (Magrell)
NOTEBOOK \ From Atlantic City
Arroyo’s take: Youngstown native Harry Arroyo, the IBF lightweight champ from 1984-85, traveled to
Hughes’ goal give Spartans 1-1 deadlock with Howland
Carrie Ritzler’s four goals and assist led Springfield past South Range, 7-2. BOARDMAN — Katelyn
There is a downside to being frontrunner
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Hillary Rodham Clinton is learning the downside of being the front-runner —more
Neiman-Friedrich engagement is announced
XBOARDMAN — The engagement of Leann Lynn Neiman and Bruce James Friedrich Jr., both of 7590
Track project races ahead
Centaur Inc. is now raising $900 million for its projects in Lawrence County and Indiana. NEW
Notre Dame’s worst start grows
Purdue dealt the Irish their fifth-straight loss of 2007. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Charlie Weis
Doctors put own health at risk?
Many doctors deny their health issues, an expert said. MELVILLE, N.Y. — Every year at one of the
Tension over Musharraf rages
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — In a stone-throwing melee in the heart of Pakistan’s capital, riot police
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s other games
Colorado 27, No. 3 Oklahoma 24 BOULDER, Colo. — Just as Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops predicted, the
MLB STANDINGS
MLB STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr x-Boston9665.596—6-4W-
Sandler offers help to gay-rights groups
Sandler offers help to gay-rights groups MEXICO CITY — Adam Sandler says he would like to work
Selection of Franken as judge is revealing
Opinion: Not to demean Assistant Mahoning County Prosecutor Tim Franken’s appointment by Gov. Ted Strickland
Vindicator file photo
Opinion: Vindicator file photo TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO: As it entered its third month, a strike by service
U.S. won’t block Libya from panel
UNITED NATIONS — The Bush administration will not stand in the way of Libya’s bid to join the U.N.
S. Illinois, N. Iowa win Gateway games
Western Illinois lost to North Dakota State. TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — Four turnovers in the first
Child-care bill raises perception concerns
Only homes caring for seven or more children need to be licensed. COLUMBUS (AP) — Cindee Volpe is
CHALKS & ’DOGS \ Pro picks
Baltimore (- 41⁄2) at Cleveland: Matt Leinart was pulled against the Ravens last week because
FRIDAY’S GAMES
FRIDAY’S GAMES American League Boston 5, Minnesota 2 Baltimore 10, N.Y. Yankees 9, 10 innings
The focus on Ahmadinejad obscures American holocaust
Opinion: The focus on Ahmadinejad obscures American holocaust EDITOR: Iranian president Mahmoud
Family celebrates 60th anniversary at Lucansky home
XYOUNGSTOWN — Andrew B. and Elvira A. Lucansky, 565 Miller St., celebrated their 60th wedding
Rules making Lewis unhappy
The Ravens’ linebacker is irked by overzealous officials who rule by the book. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Easy Street show turns out to be a real ‘Beauty’
The rented sets added to the quality of the show. YOUNGSTOWN — With its wondrous sets and
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Soccer at Canisius, 1 p.m. Wednesday — Volleyball at Valparaiso, 8 p.m.
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROYALS 4, INDIANS 3
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROYALS 4, INDIANS 3 CLEVELANDKANSAS CITY abrhbiabrhbi Szmore cf5000DJesus
LX400 offers a professional label alternative
About two years ago, I wrote about Primera’s LX800 label printer. This was a professional-quality
Dressing Big Bird, showgirls, all in a day’s work for ‘feather man’
The dealer’s revenues can soar if features are in fashion or pop culture. NEW YORK (AP) — Drag
Illinois upsets Penn St.
Anthony Morelli was intercepted three times. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — It’s been six years since
‘Dark energy’ still baffles astronomers
One group says solving the mystery should be top priority. WASHINGTON — Ten years ago, an
Man arrested on traffic charges
YOUNGSTOWN — Genera Bellard, 41, has traffic charges reaching back to 1993 that are still pending.
Busch survives 13-lap shootout with Kenseth
Kyle Busch won the Yellow Transportation 300 NASCAR Busch Series race. KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Kyle
McCain would prefer a Christian president
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. John McCain said in an interview published Saturday that he would prefer a
Panthers win easily in battle with Akron rival
East High defeated Akron East 27-12 Saturday night. AUSTINTOWN — With a 27-12 triumph over
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s other games
Mount Union 62, Heidelberg 3 TIFFIN — Nate Kmic ran 18 times for 123 yards and scored four
TEAM AVERAGE PER GAME AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE OFFENSE
TEAM AVERAGE PER GAME AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE OFFENSE YardsRushPass New
Officials: Al-Maliki secures promise of cooperation from Iranian leader
Iranian officials did not confirm the commitment. BAGHDAD, Iraq — Prime Minister Nouri al-
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning County Career & Technical Center board special meeting, 4 p.m.,
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg New York56399471628200909.288
Sinking feeling? Use past as guide
Investors who lost close to half their money in the stock market between 2000 and 2002 are still
Yo. Christian, Warren JFK win
Randy Triplett and Jared Province had big games for the winners. CLEVELAND HEIGHTS — Randy
Michigan, Wisconsin dodge scares
The Wolverines rallied to win at Northwestern. EVANSTON, Ill. — Michigan’s revival nearly hit a
Gingrich decides against presidential run
CARROLLTON, Ga. — Former U.S. House speaker Newt Gingrich decided Saturday against running for
DA investigates inmate beating
GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — The district attorney was investigating a report that a handcuffed inmate was
Children honor Brucolis to mark their anniversary
XCANFIELD — Dr. and Mrs. B. Patrick Brucoli of Canfield were honored at a dinner party Sept. 15 at
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Lisa and Robert White, Tionesta, Pa., girl, Sept. 28. Carley
CARNATIONS: Flowers are placed atop the coffin of Army Air Force Lt. James Wendell Blose of
CARNATIONS: Flowers are placed atop the coffin of Army Air Force Lt. James Wendell Blose of
Squashing a Storm worm
Q. I’ve read about the Storm worm, and I’m concerned. How do I protect my system by blocking peer-
Trouble abounds for India’s genteel tea planters
After China, India has the largest tea industry. DIBRUGAR, India (AP) — He’s a genteel man, with a
KONTINUOUS JAMS MEDIA GROUP Making music and more A local recording studio quadruples its space with a new location.
YOUNGSTOWN MAN HAS turned his childhood passion into a career, and now, a media group. Mike Moritz
Trolio chairs Italian fest at Mountaineer park
Trolio chairs Italian fest at Mountaineer park CHESTER, W.Va. — Tony Trolio of Poland, Ohio, has
Paintballs splatter house in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — At least 41 yellow paintballs splattered the front of a house in the 2700 block of
Deputy wants to be sheriff
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Sheriff Randall Wellington is a poor leader and bad manager, said a
Heavy agenda awaits court
Cases on corporate liability and imprisonment of terror suspects top the Supreme Court’s agenda
Don’t rule out stragglers in bid for Nextel Cup title
Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Tony Stewart and others must deliver on track. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP)
Sharing video clips keeps getting easier
Attention grandparents and other far-flung family: If you can’t get enough face time with those
MLB ROUNDUP
MLB ROUNDUP Saturday’s other games NATIONAL LEAGUE Cardinals 7, Pirates 3 PITTSBURGH — Adam
Getting serious over toy safety
Toy prices are expected to rise as retailers demand higher safety standards. RALEIGH, N.C. —
Pavlik fight | Pavlik wins!
Pavlik knocks out Taylor early in the seventh with a flurry of blows! Taylor coming with quick
PAVLIK FIGHT| ROUND 6
Pavlik lands a few hits in one corner shortly into the round. Both fighters exchanfge jabs with