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Penguins pass first test
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State coach Jon Heacock got the first indication of his team’s dedication
Lee wins 15th game as Indians beat Tampa Bay, 5-2
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Cliff Lee tied the major league lead with his 15th win and the Cleveland
Title in sight: Poland All-Stars reach regional semifinals
AKRON — The Poland All-Stars, after defeating Wisconsin, 5-2, in the Junior League (13-14) Central
NILES — Cord Phelps went 4-for-5 with a double and two RBIs to lead the Mahoning Valley
NILES — Cord Phelps went 4-for-5 with a double and two RBIs to lead the Mahoning Valley Scrappers
A portion of state Route 170 in East Palestine to close for five hours Tuesday
EAST PALESTINE — Portions of state Route 170 (Market Street) will be closed in the city from 4 to 9
Fast facts on Obama’s town hall at Fitch on Tuesday
OBAMA FORUM If you go U.S. Sen. Barack Obama, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee,
Obama will outline his energy policy during speech at Fitch
AUSTINTOWN — U.S. Sen. Barack Obama will outline his energy proposal, which includes eliminating
Good news abounds at GM Lordstown
LORDSTOWN — Big news has poured from the General Motors Corp. Lordstown plant — twice over.
Liberty National Night Out events canceled
LIBERTY — National Night Out activities planned for the township have been canceled. Expected bad
State awards funds to Kent State Trumbull and Salem campuses
State officials have signed off on repair projects at Kent State University’s campuses in Trumbull
East Palestine bridge to be replaced next week
EAST PALESTINE — The Ohio Department of Transportation’s District 11 has announced will begin work
Day of Caring registration deadline approaches
YOUNGSTOWN — Friday is the deadline for organizations to register to participate in the
Mill Creek, township set Aug. 16 joint event
SMITH — In an effort to reach out to taxpayers in Mahoning County’s western communities, Mill Creek Park plans a joint event with the township.
Non-violent prisoners moved to house arrest
City officials approved a short-term contract to save money spent on housing prisoners that they expect will lead to a long-term deal to reduce that expense.
Man stabbed on South Avenue
Anthony Blalock was found with a stab wound to his back around 12:10 a.m. today, laying on the sidewalk in the 1400 block of South Avenue, police said.
Teen treated after Sunday night fight
A 16-year-old girl Chaney High School received medical treatment after being punched and cut by another teenage girl on Federal Street downtown during the Italian Fest late Sunday night, police said.
Sobriety checkpoint set for Friday night
A sobriety checkpoint will be held somewhere in Mahoning County from 10 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.
Delason Avenue fire spread to nearby homes Sunday
A fire at 134 E. Delason Ave. on the South Side was fully involved when firefighters arrived and spread to occupied houses on either side early Sunday morning.
Let the game begin
Valley retailers seek to cash in on Keno 111“Keno is a fun game in a social setting,” said
WORTH A LOOK | Area activities are open to the public
Arts/Crafts shows XLondon House Center for Fine Arts, 202 S. State St., Girard, is seeking arts
Want to play softball with Kelly Pavlik?
Team Pavlik will take on Team Media in this first-ever event.
You can be a batboy, batgirl for Kelly Pavlik
To become eligible to be a batboy or batgirl, please write a 100-word essay on what you like about Kelly Pavlik.
Buddy Walk to raise funds
More than 1,000 people have already registered for the event, organizers said. BOARDMAN — Area
Ticket distribution continues for Obama visit
Austintown’s police chief said there are no plans to divert traffic for the event. YOUNGSTOWN
Event offers insect-themed activities
Visitors got up close with bugs through bingo, puppets, exhibits, stories and more. CANFIELD
Finance board for schools nearly set
Two of the required three community members have been appointed so far. YOUNGSTOWN — An
Chaney dean applicants abound
Most of the applications came from educators outside the school district. YOUNGSTOWN — There
Community colleges tout tuition savings
Half of all undergrads are enrolled in such institutions. Over the next month, millions of
Ohio Warhawks oust Rondinelli in CABA action
The 4-1 defeat was the third time the Warhawks had beaten the local entry. STRUTHERS — The
Byzantine Catholic school lowers rates
School personnel hope the lower cost helps to increase enrollment. BOARDMAN — Byzantine
Al-Qaida confirms deaths of 4 commanders
The online statement warned of vengeance for their deaths. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Al-Qaida confirmed
Poland girls All-Stars roll 10-0 over Kentucky
Marissa Trevis went 4-for-4 at the plate to lead the 13-14 year-old stars. AKRON — Marissa Trevis
Redskins topple Colts; Marcus Mason gets TD
CANTON (AP) — Rookie Colt Brennan threw two touchdown passes, one to former Youngstown State
Notebook - CABA World Series
Four Ohio teams in finals: The tournament saw four Ohio teams reach the final four as the Astro
Magic at Eastwood
Scrappers power way past State College, 9-1 Mahoning Valley has dominated the Spikes, winning the
SVC Baseball first team
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE BASEBALL FIRST TEAM Drew Fitzpatrick, Mooney, junior, pitcher Matt Durkin,
Cubs rally for 8-5 win over Bucs
Reed Johnson and Alfonso Soriano hit eighth-inning homers to lead the way. CHICAGO (AP) — Reed
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Bank of New York v. Briana M. Sawyer et al, foreclosure. Wells
Leetonia road program
Leetonia road program LEETONIA — The village will do its 2008 chip-and-seal road program today
Singh survives to win at Firestone
His shaky putter finally made one on the 18th green for the win. AKRON (AP) — Vijay Singh raised
When duty calls overseas, doctor answers with unwavering altruism
The surgeon expects to be sent overseas again. LIBERTY — The life of a medical surgeon is not
SWAT shooting trial nears end
An Ohio officer’s fate goes to the jury as soon as today. LIMA, Ohio (AP) — Standing at the bottom
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Sunday: The Hartford native started 24th in the No. 22 Toyota Caterpillar for the Pennsylvania 500,
Monday's Best Bets on TV
“Teen Choice 2008” (8 p.m., Fox): Miley Cyrus must have a clone because the girl seems to be
Pilgrims stampeded at hindu goddess celebration
Summary headline goes here. NEW DELHI (AP) — Thousands of panicked pilgrims stampeded Sunday at
Big Brown rallies at Monmouth
The race was his first since the last-place finish at the Belmont Stakes. OCEANPORT, N.J. (AP) —
New York-Penn League
New York-Penn League McNamara Division WLPct.GB Staten Island (Yankees)2620.565— Brooklyn
Regional Business Digest
REGION Outreach Day assists with foreclosure concerns YOUNGSTOWN — The State of Ohio’s Borrower
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 8, L.A. Angels 2 Kansas City 9, Chicago White
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Sunday 1st—Trash the City (Magrell)13.208.203.20 Nineninenine
New wagering option draws opposition
Gov. Strickland presented the lottery game as a way to deal with budget issues. COLUMBUS —
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Webster L. Dawson Jr. The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
Dr. Dog finds fate in its new release
The songs of ‘Fate’ speak to the same subject from different angles. Since the turn of the
Don’t just think about making a difference, do it
Opinion: Don’t just think about making a difference, do it EDITOR: Have you ever wondered what it would
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Deana Walko and George Arroto, Youngstown, girl, Aug. 3
Boomers adjusting to new job trends
Older workers need to prepare for obstacles in their job search. DALLAS — Looking for a job
Coverage of Los Angeles earthquake over the top
Opinion: The few seconds of mild shaking during Tuesday’s earthquake in L.A. didn’t do much damage, but CNN’s
Answers to weekly quiz:
Answers to weekly quiz: Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xK 10 7 6 2 uQ 9 5 v7 wA 9 8 6
Clever reader has clothing donations in the bag
Dear Heloise: I have always kept a bag in my closet to put old clothes in for donation to charity.
DENMARK
DENMARK Politiken, Copenhagen, July 30: The Constitutional Court in Turkey is expected to pass a
Companies testing ‘cloud computing’
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Hewlett-Packard Co., Intel Corp. and Yahoo Inc. are putting “cloud computing”
Indulging in nostalgia
Schlitz cracks open new life The once top-selling beer is making a comeback. MILWAUKEE (AP) —
MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 6, Tigers 5, 10 innings ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Carl Crawford hit a tying
Today is Monday, Aug. 4, the 217th day of 2008. There are 149 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Monday, Aug. 4, the 217th day of 2008. There are 149 days left in the year. On this date in
Maine’s lobster lovers shell out less as cost for crustacean drops
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — It’s peak season for lobster and tourism in Maine, yet consumption of this
They can do better
They can do better Washington Post: Is Barack Obama a celebrity lightweight, a self-involved Paris
She’s over the no-sex affair at work
Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for seven years. We hit a rough patch during the last
NFL Preseason
NFL Preseason Favorite Points Underdog Thursday, August 7th. Week One DETROIT 3NY Giants
Liriano’s return bolsters Twins
He threw six shutout innings against the Indians in a 6-2 victory. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The
Organist to fulfill Radio City pipe dream
He has rented the hall to play a concert. NEW YORK — Jack Moelmann is a retired Air Force
chaney dean Applicant list
Youngstown city schools received 37 applications for the post of Dean of Student Behavior at Chaney
Anti-pollution efforts costing China’s industry
A major Chinese steel mill has shut down its blast furnaces to curb pollution for the Olympics.
Asian women dominate
Annika Sorenstam made her majors farewell, but Ji-Yai Shin won the British Open. SUNNINGDALE,
Democrats promised change, delivered more of the same
Editorial: Democrats promised change, delivered more of the same Remember when the Democrats took control of
McCain, Obama avoid fiscal realism
Opinion: Barack Obama pledges to extend health insurance coverage. John McCain plans another round of tax
Some don’t take a shine to too-bright lights at night
Some gadget owners deal with the problem by covering the lights with black tape. NEW YORK (AP) —
Obama’S FITCH FORUM
Obama’S FITCH FORUM Fast facts WHAT: Town hall forum with Democratic presidential candidate
Backers go to work in celebration of Obama, Strickland’s birthday
YOUNGSTOWN — Supporters of Sen. Barack Obama and Gov. Ted Strickland are celebrating their shared
Health-care startups in the Midwest reported $443 million in total investments across 65 companies
Health-care startups in the Midwest reported $443 million in total investments across 65 companies
Not all iPhone rivals are created equal
Apple has set the bar high for mobile phones — finding a product as fun and versatile as its iPhone
Romero captures Senior Open title
He struggled some in the final round, but was never seriously challenged. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
Nokia to beef up venture fund, expand in China
NEW YORK (AP) — Nokia Corp. is more than doubling the size of its direct venture investment fund
“I’m not trying to be my father. He’s irreplaceable. I’m simply trying to do
Opinion: “I’m not trying to be my father. He’s irreplaceable. I’m simply trying to do something that I think
Terror attacks a wake-up call for U.S.
Opinion: Terrorist cowardice was in full view when bombs ripped through Istanbul, and in other recent attacks
Service can tag photos to find them quickly
Now that you’ve owned a digital camera for a while, chances are your collection of digital
Obama makes bid in GOP-heavy states
McCain must be careful with his money. WASHINGTON (AP) — Alaska is young. Georgia, North Carolina
Stampede in India kills 145
The death toll was not expected to rise further. NEW DELHI (AP) — Thousands of panicked pilgrims
Mill Creek event has ’em all buggy
Mill Creek event has ’em all buggy kChildren in strollers, toddlers, older kids and parents lined
GAME TIME Scrappers
Who: Scrappers vs. State College When: 7:05 p.m. today at Eastwood Field Tickets: (330) 505-0000
U.S. Baseball shows its power
The Americans hit four home runs in a 9-1 exhibition win over Canada. DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — This is
DNA led to suspect in anthrax case
WASHINGTON (AP) — DNA taken from the bodies of people killed in the 2001 anthrax attacks helped lead
PARTY SITES
PARTY SITES Sites of today’s birthday parties for Gov. Ted Strickland and Sen. Barack Obama:
Famous Russian writer dies at age 89
MOSCOW — Nobel laureate Alexander I. Solzhenitsyn, the reclusive icon of the Russian
State fair going green with disposal of waste
Much of the trash will be recycled or turned into biodiesel fuel. COLUMBUS (AP) — Butter cows and
NOTEBOOK \ Srappers vs. Spikes
Back for more: Among those in attendance Sunday night was Trisha Goode, the 29-year-old Anderson,
Packers prepared to welcome back Brett Favre
He’ll be officially reinstated to Green Bay’s active roster today. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Though
URGENT
URGENT Author Alexander Solzhenitsyn dies at 89 Eds: ADDS background, byline. Moving on general
Hurricane watch issued for Texas as Edouard approaches
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane watch for the coast of
Obama wants full votes from Fla. at convention
MIAMI — Seeking closure of the bitter dispute that rocked Florida’s Democratic primary, presumptive
Bernie Mac hospitalized in Chicago with pneumonia
Bernie Mac hospitalized in Chicago with pneumonia CHICAGO — Bernie Mac is in a Chicago hospital
Embattled mayor’s mom may face election fallout
Embattled mayor’s mom may face election fallout WASHINGTON — Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s name
Dispute over Kirkuk continues in Iraq
BAGHDAD (AP) — Despite intense U.S. pressure, Iraqi leaders failed Sunday to resolve differences