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Woman charged in assault on her brother
YOUNGSTOWN— A 19-year-old woman was arrested on charges of domestic violence and felonious assault
Discovery of bones in Greenville sparks probe
GREENVILLE, Pa. — Unidentified remains were found at the construction site where a new Sheetz gas
Tai chi a hit with some Valley residents
YOUNGSTOWN — Televised coverage of the Summer Olympics in Beijing during the next two weeks will
Mahoning Valley ranks low in U.S. for volunteerism
YOUNGSTOWN — A national study has ranked the Youngstown Metropolitan Statistical Area, with an
Trial set in September for man accused of killing Army private
YOUNGSTOWN — When the Donnie R. Reed murder trial gets under way in about two months, Judge R. Scott
City man pleads guilty to stealing from the elderly
YOUNGSTOWN — A 37-year-old city man who stole from elderly people seven times in late December and
Meeting planned on forming another South Side block watch
YOUNGSTOWN — Residents of Dickson, Samuel and Mabel streets in the city’s Seventh Ward are invited
Columbiana County property tax bills in the mail
LISBON– Columbiana County Treasurer Nick Barborak has announced that real estate tax bills for the
Trumbull animal welfare league’s shop has new hours
HOWLAND – The Menagerie, Trumbull County Animal Welfare League’s thrift and gift shop, 8044 E.
YSU/BC3 deal will continue at new venue
YOUNGSTOWN — An agreement between Youngstown State University and Butler County Community College
Men try to lure boys to their vehicle
YOUNGSTOWN — Small boys playing outside on Cambridge Avenue on the South Side became frightened late
Injured officer in serious condition
YOUNGSTOWN — Patrolman Ron Jankowski, 33, who crashed his cruiser on McCollum Road Wednesday
Poland adds trash receptacles
POLAND — Rather than carrying home that candy wrapper or plastic bag of puppy excrement, pedestrians
Thieves take nine catalytic converters
BOARDMAN The owner of a South Avenue car lot reported the theft of nine catalytic converters from
Man arrested, his dog taken
YOUNGSTOWN — The house at 1028 Oak St. was red-tagged as uninhabitable and the resident, John R.
Naked man spotted near U.S. Route 224 in Boardman
BOARDMAN — A delivery driver encountered a man who was out on a late-night stroll without his
Two charged after Trumbull drug raid
WARREN – Two men were charged Thursday with drug offenses after police raided their Howland Township
Jury rules for St. E’s in malpractice case
YOUNGSTOWN — A jury has ruled in favor of St. Elizabeth Health Center in a lawsuit filed by a Warren
Trumbull tourism bureau seeks events for calendar
WARREN — The Trumbull County Tourism Bureau is seeking submissions for its 2009 calendar of events.
Spin-A-Thon in Salem
SALEM — Salem Community Center , 1098 N. Ellsworth Ave., will be the site of a Spin-A-Thon from 9
Cub Scout pack invites families for meeting
HUBBARD — Cub Scout Pack 100 invites parents with boys who are in first grade through fourth grade
Amanda Maxwell earns American Miss title
STREETSBORO — Amanda Maxwell, 14, daughter of Michael and Karen Maxwell of Streetsboro, has been
Leadership group picks new board, officers
YOUNGSTOWN — Leadership Mahoning Valley has selected three new board members for 2008/2009. They
Quilt group schedules lecture and luncheon
CANFIELD — That Quilt Group I Belong To has scheduled a lecture and luncheon for Sept. 27 at A La
African World Festival trip is scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN — E.B. Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave., is planning a motor coach trip to the
Family Fit Fair set on Fitch campus
AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Schools and the Forum Health Foundation will sponsor a Family Fit Fair on
Warriors Inc. to offer free computer classes
YOUNGSTOWN — Warriors Inc., announces its community computer training site is offering six weeks of
Tea party in gardens
Tea party in gardens CANFIELD — A Garden Tea Party has been planned by the Holborn Herb Growers
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
X Dr. Marc and Katie Antonchak, of 4001 Gilmore Ave., Cincinnati, announce the birth of their first
LOUIE TODAY: Kids from the J; Geekonomics; and your success
The kids will tour the Vindy after visiting with Louie.
Parents announce Osman-Becker wedding plans
X The engagement of Leslie Ann Osman and Richard Charles Becker Jr., both of London, Ohio, is being
Dizon-Harrison wedding to be in Pittsburgh church
X HUBBARD — Fred and Bonnie Harrison, 328 W. Park Ave., are announcing the engagement of their son,
Samantha Ritter to be bride of Phillip Detec III
X BOARDMAN — Samantha Ritter, a daughter of Chrys and Bill Ritter of Boardman, and Phillip Detec
Nacarato-Butch autumn wedding plans announced
X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Nancy Nacarato, 1824 Ridgelawn Ave., and Mark Allan Butch, 1740
Valley’s Red Cross skills to benefit Olympic events
The ‘sister chapter’ from Qingdao learned its skills in the Mahoning Valley. BOARDMAN — The
Training-camp trauma didn’t take toll on Greco
St. Louis Rams The 2003 Boardman graduate expects to see considerable action when the Rams play
Chevy hockey deal to be set
The deal would ‘salvage hockey’ at the Chevrolet Centre. YOUNGS-TOWN — The city is finalizing
Y-town takes the hard way to Series
Youngstown rallied from a 6-4 loss over Illinois on Saturday to win six straight losers bracket
YPD officers escape dismissal
Two of the four officers received 30-day suspensions without pay. YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay
Murphy earns league honors
John Tackmann and Royce Morgan made the af2’s second team. BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Thunder
Local pastor lectures about black families
The pastor discussed ‘what was’ and ‘what ought to be.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Pastor Avan M. Odom of
Jammers rally to defeat Scrappers
Shortstop Lonnie Chisenhall had three hits and three RBIs in the 5-3 loss. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The
Partnership created to help with finances
Mahoning County has a lot of people working, but not making enough to make ends meet.
Cavaliers to open season Oct. 28 against Boston
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cavaliers will begin next season where they ended the last one. Cleveland
Tomlin more than ready for preseason
The Steelers face their first test Friday when the Eagles visit. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — Mike Tomlin
Hollow project awaits more funds
The project’s first phase is set to begin as early as seven months from now. YOUNGSTOWN — The
NOTEBOOK \ PGA Championship
Good feelings for Europeans: When the Ryder Cup was held at Oakland Hills in 2004, the Europeans
Here are the facts about ‘dry clean only’ labels
Dear Readers: Have you ever wondered what “dry clean only” means on garment care labels when there
She can’t live up to husband’s porn attraction
Dear Annie: I have been married more than 30 years. I’ve worked hard to keep myself attractive for
Tunstall’s ‘Drastic’ goes for new vibe
The singer/songwriter said she’s received some great compliments from fans young and old.
OSU’s Boone has room to grow
The lineman is in better shape and wants to make the jump from good to great. COLUMBUS — Amy
Bush plans firm words for China
Many human-rights groups are criticizing Bush for his plan to attend the Olympics. BANGKOK,
11 indicted in hacking, ID theft
More than 41 million debit and credit card numbers were stolen. LAS VEGAS — Federal authorities
Scrappers fall to Jamestown
Scrappers fall to Jamestown Lonnie Chisenhall drove in three runs with a single and a double, but
Almost perfect: Pirates’ Karstens tosses two-hitter
He retired the first 23 hitters before giving up a double in the eighth inning. PHOENIX (AP) —
Officials: Ivins guilty in anthrax attacks in 2001 that killed 5 people, shook nation
The accused was born in Lebanon, Ohio, and graduated from the University of Cincinnati.
Rabid cat euthanized after biting woman
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Allegheny County Health Department says it has caught and euthanized a rabid
Game show’s no trivial pursuit for Ribeiro
BEVERLY HILLS — Actor Alfonso Ribeiro chose an odd way to train for his newest gig. He sat on a
If you go
IF YOU GO What: Mid West Reggae Fest When: Friday through Sunday Where: Nelson Ledges Quarry
Cleveland Cavaliers 2008-09 schedule
OCTOBER Tue. 28 — at Boston, 8 p.m. Thu. 30 — Charlotte, 7 p.m. NOVEMBER Sat. 1 — at New Orleans, 8
Company awaits permits for fuel plant
Two of three needed permits have not yet been approved. SALEM — Environmentalists and
Surplus food
Surplus food Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, various
‘Great Firewall’ of China greets the Olympics
Opinion: “I think we will give the media complete freedom to report when they come to China.” That was Wang
Where to try out for roles
auditions Where to try out for roles ACTORS “Children of Eden.” Weathervane Playhouse, 1301
SUMMER OLYMPICS
SUMMER OLYMPICS Where to watch Television: NBC (WFMJ TV-21) Internet: www.nbcolympics.com;
Swedish police ID owner of foot found on beach
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — A human foot that washed up on a beach near a Swedish tourist resort
Mexican-born rapist-killer put to death in Texas
The execution had been delayed about four hours while the Supreme Court weighed the killer’s appeal.
Gold-seeking Phelps savors being one of the guys
The American swimmer will compete to break Mark Spitz’s gold-medal record. BEIJING (AP) — Like a
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
First Guantanamo trial ends with split verdict
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) — The conviction of Osama bin Laden’s driver by a U.S. military
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT • The Jackson-Milton school district tax levy failed by 60 votes with 1,058
JOHN GRECO Facts & figures
Position: Right tackle Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 314 pounds College: Toledo Age: 23 (March
MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 5, Rangers 3 ARLINGTON, Texas — Jason Giambi homered for the first time
MAHONING COUNTY Stability partnership
Spearheaded by the Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way and the Public Library of Youngstown and
‘Monster’ setup: Oakland Hills should present major challenge
At 7,395 yards, the course in Bloomfield Township, Mich., the longest in major championship history
Ford announces fall release of blind-spot mirror on Edge
The automaker originally planned to bring the mirror to market next year. DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford
Toby Keith tries to avoid left-right political debates
The country singer has found some time to do another movie. For the Dixie Chicks and other
GAME TIME Scrappers
Who: Scrappers at Jamestown Jammers When: Today, 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Next: The
National Business Digest
NATION Hanesbrands Inc. to close two distribution centers HOMETOWN, Pa. — The company that makes
Things change, but the Americans are glad to be on the road again
The group reunited — with a new Jay — after their induction into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame.
“So You Think You Can Dance?” (8 p.m., FOX): The votes are in, and now it’s time
“So You Think You Can Dance?” (8 p.m., FOX): The votes are in, and now it’s time to find out who
Kings Island coaster to hit speed of 80mph
Kings Island coaster to hit speed of 80mph MASON, Ohio (AP) — A new roller coaster at Kings Island
Choir members sought
Choir members sought AUSTINTOWN — Singers and musicians are being sought by cbernard Monroe
Festival fanatics have their pick for another weekend this summer with the kickoff of three
Festival fanatics have their pick for another weekend this summer with the kickoff of three
Event urges Christian education
Workshops and lectures are part of the state Christian education conference. YOUNGSTOWN —
Gutierrez charged with tax violationSFlb
The former attorney-general manager is to return to court Aug. 27. WARREN — Anthony Gutierrez, a
Rays bombard Indians bullpen
Cleveland blew a 7-4 lead to lose in Tampa Bay’s dome. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The good news
Truex Jr. will return in No. 1 DEI Chevy in 2009
Brad Coleman will replace J.J. Yeley as the driver of the No. 96 Hall of Fame Racing Toyota starting
Olympic Notebook News & notes from Beijing
Lomong U.S. flagbearer: Eight years ago, Lopez Lomong didn’t even have a country. Now he’ll be
Freddie Mac posts second-quarter loss
The bank’s loss is more than three times larger than Wall Street expected. NEW YORK — Freddie Mac
57% of counties in U.S. will use paper ballots
Unlike touchscreens, paper ballots won’t malfunction or be victimized by hackers. SAN DIEGO (AP) —
Bengals’ top pick ends holdout, begins camp with second team
Linebacker Keith Rivers missed 10 days of practice. GEORGETOWN, Ky. (AP) — Linebacker Keith Rivers
Softrocks singer-guitarist fondly recalls Valley debut
The band has left behind its experimental-noise phase. As singer-guitarist of Minneapolis
Crime-weary Mexicans unfazed by execution
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexicans struggling with increasingly gruesome crimes at home devoted the least
Goal for cost cuts was met, top Ford exec says
The goal was to cut 15 percent of salaried costs in North America. DEARBORN, Mich. — A top Ford
Reggae Fest changes are fine with promoter
The producer is expecting 3,000 reggae music lovers to attend this year’s event. 11111“It was
Flaws clear in last year’s mine collapse
Federal prosecutors are considering criminal charges as the failures become evident. SALT LAKE
Marriage starts in the clouds
There was a lot of yelling, but only so the couple and pastor could hear one another. LONDON (AP)
Jury returns ‘undecided’ verdict
For now, the defendant remains in the Mahoning County Jail. YOUNGSTOWN — After a trial lasting
Lake Milton Amphitheater opens, ready for shows
The structure is similar in size to a Broadway stage. LAKE MILTON — It took several years to
ALL-AMERICAN NIGHT: Jay and the Americans are, from left, Sandy Deane Yaguda, Howie Kane
ALL-AMERICAN NIGHT: Jay and the Americans are, from left, Sandy Deane Yaguda, Howie Kane
Wahlberg to make cameo appearance on ‘Entourage’
Wahlberg to make cameo appearance on ‘Entourage’ SAN DIEGO — Fall is full for Mark Wahlberg. The
YOUNGSTOWN POLICE \ Investigation sequence
Records show the sequence of events began with Patrolmen Michael Brindisi and Stephen Price, who
Today is Thursday, Aug. 7, the 220th day of 2008. There are 146 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Aug. 7, the 220th day of 2008. There are 146 days left in the year. On this date
Robby Gordon, the driver, in a drought
Car owner Robby Gordon sees Sunday’s NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Watkins Glen International as a
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
‘Pacman’ preparing for Cowboys debut: When it comes to Adam “Pacman” Jones’ status, owner Jerry
TV/RADIO Browns vs. Jets
When: 7:30 p.m. today Where: Cleveland Browns Stadium TV: WKYC-3, myYTV, SportsTime Ohio (tape
Death-suit attorney requests dismissal
The attorney is basing his argument on personal responsibility. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A lawyer for a
It’s politics as usual in presidential race
Opinion: At the beginning of this long political season — if there ever was a beginning, since campaigns are
Israel mulls option for Iran’s nuclear sites
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel is building up its strike capabilities amid growing anxiety over Iran’s
Browns’ Quinn settles for 2nd
Derek Anderson’s 2007 play has earned him the right to be Cleveland’s starter. CLEVELAND —
English blasts Pa. turnpike panel over I-80 toll-collection locations
MERCER, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has announced potential toll collection locations
‘Beer for my Horses’
‘Beer for my Horses’ Director: Michael Salomon Run Time: 1 hour, 33 minutes Rating: PG-13 for
17th Annual Mid west Reggae Festival Show Schedule
17th Annual Mid west Reggae Festival Show Schedule FRIDAY 3:30-5 p.m.: Umojah Nation
European regulators approve Delta’s acquisition of Northwest
Delta needs Justice Department and shareholders’ approvals. ATLANTA — European regulators said
Pga Championship Television coverage
Thursday: TNT (1-7 p.m.); WKBN-27 (12:37-1:07 a.m., highlights) Friday: TNT (1-7 p.m.); WKBN-27
Reggae festival
Reggae festival kBeres Hammond will bring his chart-topping reggae to Nelson Ledges Quarry Park in
Next president is asked to aid crime-fighting
Statistics show 50 young people a day are killed in U.S. cities, one mayor said. PHILADELPHIA (AP)
Witness: Freeman said woman in crash is a friend
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The woman who was injured along with Morgan Freeman in a weekend car accident
Norway’s women thump U.S. team
The U.S. seemed out of sync in back and lacking creativity up front in losing, 2-0. QINHUANGDAO,
Reader shares story of honey’s healing power
Q. I work with animals. Yesterday, we had a dog rip out her stitches to a point where closure was
Iraqi lawmakers fail to agree on election law
Iraqi lawmakers fail to agree on election law BAGHDAD — Iraqi lawmakers failed Wednesday to agree
West Point grad from Pa. dies in Afghanistan
APOLLO, Pa. (AP) — A West Point graduate from western Pennsylvania has died in Afghanistan, the
Mauritania’s president ousted in coup after political feuding
NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania (AP) — Army commanders ousted Mauritania’s first freely elected president in
Man pleads guilty in student’s murder
Police think the Kutztown University sophomore was attacked at random. READING, Pa. (AP) — A man
Report: Favre traded to Jets
The deal was brokered late Wednesday, according to one Web site. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Brett
Man sentenced in shooting case
The shooting occurred after a store employee accused Jones of stealing a candy bar. YOUNGSTOWN —
9 presumed dead in helicopter accident
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Eight firefighters and a pilot are presumed dead in the crash of a helicopter
McCain to visit Wilmington in job-loss crisis
Rural southwest Ohio is a GOP stronghold, one that McCain needs to secure. WILMINGTON, Ohio (AP) —
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Michael and Melissa Himes, Petersburg, girl, July 29.
New judge selected for murder case
The mother of the dead boy had accused the defendant of hitting him 10 to 20 times. YOUNGS-
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