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Volquez leads Cincinnati to 5-1 win over Pirates
PITTSBURGH — Edinson Volquez pitched into the seventh inning to snap a post All-Star break slump and
Indians rally past Orioles for fifth straight win
CLEVELAND — Asdrubal Cabrera hit a tie-breaking RBI single in the eighth inning, and the Cleveland
Scrappers lose for sixth time in last seven games
ONEONTA, N.Y. — The Oneonta Tigers scored two runs in each of the first four innings and coasted to
NASCAR’s Harvick gets new experience at Sharon Speedway
HARTFORD — The array of items a celebrity is requested to autograph may range from the sublime to
Youngstown schools seek four-year levy
YOUNGSTOWN — City school district taxpayers will be asked to approve a four-year, non-renewal tax
Ex-Howland standout considers transfer to YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — Whether or not Youngstown State will add another running back to its roster is still a
Palmer getting in his kicks for Penguins
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State football team finished practice Tuesday afternoon on the grass
Thunder owners encouraged despite losing record
YOUNGSTOWN — Despite a losing record for a second straight year and a drop in attendance from the
Illegal sessions alleged in Craig Beach fire pact
YOUNGSTOWN — The Craig Beach Volunteer Fire Department, a Craig Beach resident and a Milton Township
UPDATED: Warren police search for killer proves fruitless
WARREN— One person was shot to death and another seriously wounded this morning during a robbery at
Indians trade Paul Byrd to Boston Red Sox
BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox have acquired pitcher Paul Byrd in a trade with Cleveland. The Red Sox
Scrap theft arrests made in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Scrap thefts shows no sign of slowing down. A 50-year-old West Philadelphia Avenue
Liberty teens break Four Square record
LIBERTY — Eight teens from Liberty broke the world record for the longest continuous game of four
Update: One killed and one wounded this morning in Warren robbery
WARREN— One person was shot to death and another seriously wounded this morning during a robbery at
Arson destroys vacant East Side house
YOUNGSTOWN — For safety reasons, the vacant two-story house at 323 Lansing Ave. on the East Side was
Fire closes Poland Avenue for several hours
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire at the former Davis Tire at 1144 Poland Ave. shut down the road and required
YSU to award first doctor of P.T. degrees
Youngstown State University awards its first doctor of physical therapy degrees at summer
Library fundraiser set in New Middletown
NEW MIDDLETOWN — A “Fall Fest” is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept., 6 at Welker Park to benefit the
Neal school pupil orientation scheduled Aug. 19
VIENNA — Neal Middle School pupil orientation will be Aug. 19 in the cafeteria. There will be two
Area twirlers win national team and solo honors
Special to The Vindicator WINNING SMILES: Members of Northern Strut Twirling Teams are all smiles
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan to reunite
X The 22nd annual A&P Employee Reunion will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Main St. Caf , 368 N.
Rebecca Cashier and Chad Boger plan a beach wedding in California
X The engagement of Rebecca Cashier and Chad Boger, both of Lakewood, Calif., and plans for their
Date announced for Phifer-Cooks summer wedding
X Plans for the upcoming marriage of Jonai Phifer and Andrew Clark Cooks II, both of 30 Lakewood
Bond denied for man held in shooting of KFC manager
The suspects face up to 50 years each in prison if convicted of all charges and specifications.
5 Valley school districts expect stagnant report cards
Thirty-eight of 45 districts in the Valley were rated as effective or excellent last year.
Steelers likely to play Leftwich
The former Jaguar has been impressive at quarterback in his first two practices.
Ninth-inning nerves don’t stop Scrappers
Relieve Brad Hinkle earned his first professional save.
Poland council votes to add traffic light
The village plans to pursue grant funding to help pay for the new light.
Phelps stays perfect in pool
He captured the 200-meter freestyle in world record time for his third gold medal.
Boardman man draws 4th DUS charge
Scrap metal plates, wheels, pipe and a manhole cover were in the car.
Suddenly surging: Tribe tops Orioles, wins 4th straight
Indians infielder Asdrubal Cabrera had a nice night at the plate in the 13-8 victory.
Brier Hill festival to offer taste of old Italian neighborhood
Brier Hill Italian fest opens Thursday.
Relief wanted: Pirates pummel Mets’ relievers
Pedro Martinez left with a 5-1 lead before the Bucs stormed back.
Europe favored in Ryder Cup
The U.S. team hasn’t fared well recently and is missing Tiger Woods. BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich.
Russian author’s soul finally at rest
Opinion: WASHINGTON — When Alexander Solzhenitsyn wrote his first book on the horrors of the Soviet camps in
GAME TIME Scrappers
Who: Scrappers at Oneonta Tigers When: 7:05 p.m. today Where: Oneonta, N.Y. Radio: WNIO-AM
MORE OLYMPICS
MORE OLYMPICS On C4 and C5 The U.S. women’s basketball team watched China hang in the early
Health chief receives award
The winner began her career with the North East Health Systems as a nurse. YOUNGSTOWN —
Hop on the Paddy wagon
Padraig Harrington has emerged as the (temporary) heir to Tiger’s throne. BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP,
Baseball scores
Baseball Favorite Odds Underdog National League Cincinnati Even-6 PITTSBURGH Chicago Cubs7-8
Vindy.com News Podcast For August 12, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, August 12, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Menswear sales rise as women’s sales shrink
Traditionally, men are the first to cut back on clothing in tough economic times. NEW YORK (AP) —
Turning exhaust into power
Thermoelectric generators should be on the verge of production in about three years. WARREN, Mich.
Bush demands Russians stop attacks in Georgia
There was no specific threat of any retaliation if Russia ignores the warnings. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Wife’s abusive discipline concerns him
Dear Annie: My wife and I have two toddler children. When my son was a year old, my wife began to
Putin makes his move to revive Soviet Union
Opinion: The details of who did what to precipitate Russia’s war against Georgia are not very important. Do
SAVAGE FORCE FOR YSU
The big tackle heads a veteran defensive line The All-American and two-time Gateway Conference
Poland council votes to add traffic light
The village plans to pursue grant funding to help pay for the new light. POLAND — Village
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK \ From Eastwood Field
Throwin’ strikes: Mahoning Valley starter Eric Berger is averaging more than one strikeout per
Regional Business Digest
REGION Inventors group to meet Wednesday in Liberty LIBERTY — The Youngstown Warren Inventors
schedule 2008 Brier Hill Italian Festival
Thursday 7 -8:30 p.m.: John Gabriele 9-11 p.m.: Rocky Chirchiglia Combo Friday 5:30-7 p.m.:
‘No’ voters did Jackson-Milton community a disservice
Opinion: ‘No’ voters did Jackson-Milton community a disservice EDITOR: After viewing the results of the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jack F. Cunningham Jr., 32, of 15020 Apple Blossom Trail,
CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A violent robbery is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater
Former Campbell teacher appeals his termination
CAMPBELL — Former Campbell schools fifth-grade teacher Raymond J. Lanzo has appealed his
Lawsuit seeks to stop Lawrence Co. panel
An earlier attempt at a preliminary injunction was dismissed. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A member of the
If you go
IF YOU GO Who: Billy Bob Thornton with The Boxmasters When: 8 p.m. Wednesday Where: Beachland
Study: Hybrid-car owners among most loyal customers
Toyota Prius owners are the most loyal. DETROIT (AP) — Hybrid-car owners are some of the most
Voters are demanding energy independence
Opinion: If you were advising a friend who was unfit and lacking energy, would you tell him to diet or
Part-time New Middletown officer promoted
Council also approved a pact to provide an officer at Springfield schools. NEW MIDDLETOWN —
Playground damaged
Playground damaged YOUNGSTOWN — Outdoor playground equipment was on fire at Sheridan Elementary
“... I think that God used this tragedy to strengthen our faith.”
Opinion: “... I think that God used this tragedy to strengthen our faith.” Vietnamese Catholic Hoang Vu
New study points out: People can be heavy and healthy, so there ...
Thin people show chances of heart ailments, too. CHICAGO (AP) — You can look great in a swimsuit
DNA test frees inmate imprisoned nearly 18 years
COLUMBUS (AP) — A judge on Monday released a man who spent nearly 18 years in prison on a charge he
Howland schools to put 4.7-mill bond issue on ballot
Any new high school would be built on the grounds of the existing school. HOWLAND — The school
Russia opens new front, drives deeper
ZUGDIDI, Georgia (AP) — Russian tanks roared deep into Georgia on Monday, launching a new western
Thistledown results
THISTLEDOWN results Monday 1st—Defense for Me (Oro)7.402.802.80 Innches (Gonzalez)2.402.20
Jackson-Milton board seeks details on 5-year renewal levy
The board voted to put a permanent improvement issue on the ballot. NORTH JACKSON — A five-
5 Valley school districts expect stagnant report cardsSFlb
38 of 45 districts in the Mahoning Valley were rated as effective or excellent last year.
Ninth-inning nerves don’t stop Scrappers
Relieve Brad Hinkle earned his first professional save. NILES — When Mahoning Valley pitcher
Murder ruins dream for American coach
The volleyball coach’s father-in-law was stabbed to death during a tour in Beijing. By BILL
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman Township trustees, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Township Government Center, 8299
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“Summer Olympics: Women’s gymnastics, swimming, beach volleyball, diving” (8 p.m., NBC): The world-
Injured Sanchez is expected back in Bucs’ starting lineup tonight
NEW YORK (AP) — Freddy Sanchez was held out of Pittsburgh’s starting lineup with a sore right
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xA 8 6 5 4 uA Q 3 vK 7 w6 5 2 WEST EAST x9 3 xK Q
Lisbon cemetery foreman accepts blame for outage
Some, but not all, county offices have backup power. LISBON — Benjamin Franklin said, “Honesty
Sanctimony returns to haunt Edwards
Opinion: WASHINGTON — A wise man used to tell me to be careful of those who are outwardly sanctimonious. What
Worker takes fatal fall
Worker takes fatal fall NORTH LIMA — A 43-year-old man who was working on a water tower Monday
Antique-tractor parade to open annual show
WARREN — The Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County will hold its 14th annual antique-tractor show
China takes early lead in medal tally
BEIJING (AP) — The records, the medals. They just keep piling up. Michael Phelps? Yeah, him, too.
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 12, the 225th day of 2008. There are 141 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 12, the 225th day of 2008. There are 141 days left in the year. On this date
Future of Chevrolet Centre must be viewed objectively
Editorial: If the Youngstown-owned Chevrolet Centre is doomed to be a money-loser, then Mayor Jay Williams and
hProtecting pyramids
hProtecting pyramids CAIRO, Egypt — Tourists have long been awed by Egypt’s famed Giza Pyramids
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Aug. 5
Being prepared for emergencies helps prevent panic
Dear Heloise: I live in an area where we have tornadoes and have to take cover in a hurry. I bought
ROUNDUP Monday’s events
Swimming: Katie Hoff knows exactly how bummed the French are. She built a big lead in the 400
A mint on the pillow
Opinion: Scripps Howard: In the Soviet era, Moscow’s hotels were great, cavernous monsters with endless
Former ‘Bond’ actor will fight custody claim
Former ‘Bond’ actor will fight custody claim LOS ANGELES — Former James Bond actor George Lazenby
‘Madden’ includes Favre as Packer
Many features are geared toward helping the novice. When Electronic Arts announced the retired
Monday's results
MONDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF GIRARD 167, BADGER 180 (At Bronzwood) Girard (1-0) — Ryan King
Three scour Girard on a meter mission
GIRARD — Three summer employees of the city are trying to accomplish something that has not been
Billy Bob Thornton battles odds with new album
The Boxmasters, with Thornton, are on the road promoting their new album. When talking about
Diamondbacks acquire Dunn
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired slugging outfielder Adam Dunn from the Cincinnati
Olympics TV coverage - Today’s events
NBC and NBC HD, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Beach Volleyball (LIVE); Swimming; Men’s Water Polo - USA vs.
Proposal would reduce habitat law
The regulations would bring huge changes to the Endangered Species Act. WASHINGTON (AP) — Parts of
Youngstown Diocese closes another school
Four Catholic schools in the diocese have been closed in the past three years. YOUNGSTOWN —
Rodgers plays well for Pack
But the Bengals rallied for a 20-17 victory. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers shrugged off a
Nebraska QB Ganz (finally) gets turn
The fifth-year senior is a virtual unknown in the quarterback-heavy Big 12. LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) —
U Make a 16-by-16-foot square on a flat surface and divide it into four equal squares.
U Make a 16-by-16-foot square on a flat surface and divide it into four equal squares. U One
Bucs QB Garcia back at practice, moves on after Favre speculation
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay quarterback Jeff Garcia returned to practice Monday after
PLAYERS SQUARE OFF
Liberty teens play to break world record The four-square players are also raising money for Relay
Manny’s silly side emerges in L.A.
He hasn’t been a distraction since leaving Boston. SAN FRANCISCO — Russell Martin said he was
Clausen, Irish hoping to sack ’07’s bad karma
But Notre Dame is still a young team, so can it make the jump to respectability? SOUTH BEND, Ind.
mlb roundup \ Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 4, Yankees 0 MINNEAPOLIS — Brand new papa Glen Perkins pitched eight
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