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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

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Construction at Northside is suspended

YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health has agreed to temporarily suspend construction and renovations for its new


PHOTOS: Pavlik Homecoming

Pavlik Homecoming

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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

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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.

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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


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


PRESIDENTS CUP

PRESIDENTS CUP Saturday’s results At Royal Montreal Golf Club (Blue Course) Montreal


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


Baseball

Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog National League NY METS7-8Florida Chicago


Shivers sisters run 1-2, Salem retains crown

COLUMBIANA — Sisters Lauren and Liz Shivers placed first (19 minutes, 12 seconds) and second


INSIDE

INSIDE On C3 Steelers prepare for a reunion today in Arizona. Stats and previews.


Penguins remain rushing power

Seven backs ran for 315 yards against Missouri State. YOUNGSTOWN — Last season, the Youngstown


‘MAGIC’

‘MAGIC’ Bruce Springsteen (Columbia) Grade: A On his new album with the E Street Band,


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


TENNIS

TENNIS Women Grove City 9, Thomas More 0 — Grove City is 7-0, 4-0 Presidents' Athletic Conf.


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


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER EASTERN CONFERENCE WLTPtsGFGA x-D.C. United1565504929 x-New


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


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv New


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


800s

800s Holiday — John Lucansky (803) in Wednesday Men. 700s Amron — Rob Rosenberg (721), Don


St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Lisa and Robert White, Tionesta, Pa., girl, Sept. 28. Carley


YSU

YSU Volleyball squad falls YOUNGSTOWN — Despite placing five players in double figures in kills


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-


‘HALO 3’

‘HALO 3’ (Microsoft) for Xbox 360 Genre: First-person shooter Rating: M Grade: A The tag


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

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PAVLIK FIGHT| ROUND 6

Pavlik lands a few hits in one corner shortly into the round. Both fighters exchanfge jabs with