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Mistake-prone Browns fall to Giants, 37-34
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Eli Manning was in Super Bowl form for the New York Giants and Domenik Hixon
Indians’ Hafner goes 2-for-3 in rehab appearance
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Cleveland Indians designated hitter Travis Hafner, sidelined with a strained right
Browns QB Anderson injured against Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson left Monday night’s exhibition
Brookfield and Hartford townships may merge fire service
BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Township Fire Department may be entering into a contract to provide
YSU stunned by death of athletic department videographer
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State afternoon practice session was canceled Monday following a tragic
Dave Hanson of ‘Slap Shot’ fame will be at Baird fundraiser
YOUNGSTOWN — A movie star is coming to the Jason Baird fundraiser Sunday at the Chevrolet Center.
Ruth roundup: One win, one loss
The Youngstown Babe Ruth 14-year-old baseball team remained unbeaten in World Series play, while the
Pearce’s hit in 8th lifts Pirates past Mets
PITTSBURGH — Steve Pearce hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates
Four Columbiana jail escapees caught in Pa.
LISBON — Four prisoners who escaped from the Columbiana County jail early today have been caught by
Niles Rotary will honor Lariccia Wednesday
NILES — The Niles Rotary Club will hold a dinner in honor of Anthony Lariccia of Boardman Wednesday
Youngstown council considers police cuts
YOUNGSTOWN —City council will consider a proposal Wednesday to reduce the number of ranking police
Osborne named Beaver Township fire chief
Beaver Township trustees have promoted Russ Osborne to fire chief. The trustees on recently
Suspect arrested in Jajuan Robbins murder
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force and the Crime Suppression Unit arrested
No movie tonight at the Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — Due to a problem with projection equipment, tonight’s outdoor movie (“American
Liberty eyeing water lines for Pleasant Valley Road
LIBERTY — Liberty Township trustees will hold a special public meeting for property owners of
Responding to state plans is YSU priority
YOUNGSTOWN — Developing a response to the proposed state “Strategic Plan for Higher Education” will
Rogers flea market to feature health fair Friday
ROGERS — The Rogers Community Auction and Open Air Market’s twelfth annual Public Safety & Health
Ohio woman swimming the length of Allegheny River
FREEPORT, Pa. (AP) — An Ohio woman expects to finish her quest to swim the 325-mile Allegheny River
Fowler car, tractor show Sunday
FOWLER — The Fowler Township Historical Society will have an antique car and tractor show and
Pittsburgh starting second tunnel beneath river
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A boring machine that dug a light-rail tunnel under the Allegheny River to
Winningest Olympian Phelps now savoring the moments
The American became the winningest Olympian ever with 14 victories, five more than any other
Bands aplenty at VexFest, downtown
Vexfest rocked into the wee hours this morning. YOUNGSTOWN — It was all rock, all day.
Mollica: Penguis emphasize fitness
Youngstown State football coach Jon Heacock has placed a lot of emphasis this fall on conditioning,
New buildings, contracts, programs await city pupils
Most of the changes are designed to help improve academic performance. YOUNGSTOWN — Different
Lawsuit on YPD hiring stalled
The lawyer said use of a minority list was done to give preferential treatment. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Both local Babe Ruth teams win, go to 2-0
The 14- and 13-year old teams continue their World Series play today. Both Youngstown Babe Ruth
Health fair gives families prescription for staying fit
Guests could learn about everything from bone density to blood pressure. AUSTINTOWN — From
Scrappers keep hitting in 6-4 win
They have won three of their last four games. NILES — In baseball, it is often suggested that
McGlynn getting the most out of camp
The former Fitch High and University of Pittsburgh standout has played well in two preseason games
7 to be inducted into East Palestine hall of fame
The induction ceremony will take place Sept. 6 in the high school cafeteria. EAST PALESTINE —
Save by Tribe closer Lewis is significant
It was the Angels’ first series loss to an AL opponent since a three-game sweep in Tampa Bay in May.
John Charles’ kids to run for lung cancer research
The siblings have surpassed their collection goal. GIRARD — Before he died at 65 of
Use frozen veggies as cold pack in an emergency
Dear Heloise: I lost your recipe for a homemade cold pack where the ingredients are put in a zipper
GETTING READY: George Collins of Patella Carpet and Tile spreads cement at the entrance to the
GETTING READY: George Collins of Patella Carpet and Tile spreads cement at the entrance to the
ITALY
ITALY Corriere della Sera, Milan, Aug. 13: After having given Georgia inopportune and unrealistic
Fraser sparks Jamaica’s sweep in 100
Jamaica went 1-2-3 for the first sweep in a women’s 100 by any nation. BEIJING (AP) — A few fun-
Torres swims to 2 more Olympic silver medals
The 41-year-old missed gold by a hundredth of a second in the 50-meter freestyle. BEIJING (AP) —
Chinese language experts try to correct ‘Beijing’
NEW YORK (AP) — In the shadow of Olympic venues, Brian Williams anchored NBC’s “Nightly News” last
LOCAL
LOCAL Vexfest V astounds Youngstown crowd kThe weather was perfect, the music was loud and the
Ohio delegates want Obama to pick Clinton as his vice presidential mate
WASHINGTON — To the disappointed Ohio delegates pledged to Democrat Hillary Clinton, the decision by
GAME TIME
Who: Scrappers at Batavia When: 7:05 p.m. Thursday Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) All-Star break: The New
Perfect game gives Mexican team a lift in Williamsport
The game went four innings instead of the usual six because of Little League’s 10-run mercy rule.
Flooding causes evacuations in Grand Canyon
No buildings were damaged, but trails and footbridges were washed out. PHOENIX (AP) — Days of
DeGeneres, de Rossi wed
DeGeneres, de Rossi wed BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — There was much dancing: Ellen DeGeneres and Portia
NOTEBOOK \ Scrappers vs. Jammers
All-Star Scraps: The fourth annual New York-Penn League All-Star game will be played Tuesday at Tri-
Today is Monday, Aug. 18, the 231st day of 2008. There are 135 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Monday, Aug. 18, the 231st day of 2008. There are 135 days left in the year. On this date
MAKING A POINT: Carl Nunziato, an Army veteran who suffered combat wounds in the Vietnam War,
MAKING A POINT: Carl Nunziato, an Army veteran who suffered combat wounds in the Vietnam War,
Medvedev vows to begin pullout
After reigniting Cold War tensions, Russia faces consequences from EU. GORI, Georgia (AP) —
Sixty percent of job seekers find it important to work for a company that is environmentally
Sixty percent of job seekers find it important to work for a company that is environmentally
Recasting election is McCain’s best hope
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Last August, John McCain’s campaign was a guttering candle, out of money but flush with
Regional Business Digest
REGION TCTC taking applications for Adult Training Center CHAMPION — TCTC Adult Training Center
Expect lower airfares
Expect lower airfares Air travelers suffering from summer sticker shock might find some relief
U.S. MARSHALS
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Michael Thomas Seery The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
Suit: Facebook ad program invaded privacy
The lawsuit alleges that Facebook collected and broadcast users’ personal data without permission.
Report: Ohio officials can’t explain land deal
An FBI raid last month targeted information on a land deal for a juvenile detention center.
“I think what happens in the days and months to come will determine the future course of
Opinion: “I think what happens in the days and months to come will determine the future course of
The two-wheel exception to falling traffic deaths
The two-wheel exception to falling traffic deaths Scripps Howard News Service: One of the more
Military personnel receiving a break on expensive baggage fees
Some airlines waive all or part of the fees. WASHINGTON (AP) — Some airlines have begun giving
Industry agressively pushes for alternative jet fuel
The AIRLINES Significant supplies may not be ready for years. PHOENIX (AP) — With the price of
Mom needs to act differently
Dear Annie: I had always dreamed of planning my daughter’s wedding. I didn’t want to upset her
Lewdness charge for streaking dismissed; appeal considered
BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) — A judge has dismissed a lewdness charge against a Penn State student who
Police force increased for Afghan celebration
The Interior Ministry said the capital’s police would search buildings and cars. KABUL,
Answers to weekly quiz
Answers to weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA Q J 9 5 4 uK 10 8 vA Q 10 4
GAME TIME Giants vs. Browns
When: 8 p.m. today Where: Giants Stadium, E. Rutherford, N.J. TV/radio: ESPN, WNCD-FM (93.3)
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Board of Public Affairs, 9 a.m., 1455 Salt Springs Road. Poland
AT THE MIKE: Kelly McCracken of The Kelly’s enjoys the limelight at the free rock festival.
AT THE MIKE: Kelly McCracken of The Kelly’s enjoys the limelight at the free rock festival.
Human immune system protects from killer flu
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly a century after history’s most lethal flu faded away, survivors’
U.S. still unsure how to proceed against Russia
CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) — The United States on Sunday accused Russia of stalling its military pullback
NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s games
Lions 27, Bengals 10 CINCINNATI — Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson hurt his left shoulder, meaning
SUMMER Classes
SUMMER Classes Austintown Fitness Center A few of the classes offered: The Barefoot Journey: A
OLYMPIC ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other events
Tennis: Rafael Nadal overcame two set points in the second set and held every service game to beat
U.S. government shouldn’t give its assets to profiteers
Editorial: U.S. government shouldn’t give its assets to profiteers A former timber industry lobbyist who
Johnson, Liukin add to medals
BEIJING (AP) — The American women are stockpiling more precious metal than a jeweler. The Chinese
Bush leaving fiscal woes to his successor
Opinion: The next president, whether it be Republican John McCain or Democrat Barack Obama, will be in
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Sunday: The Hartford native had a day to forget at the 3M Performance 400 at Michigan International
The Ten Commandments with competing views OK’d for court
MANSFIELD (AP) — An Ohio judge who has fought since 2001 to hang the Ten Commandments in his
Give Youngstown a try
Opinion: Give Youngstown a try EDITOR: I would like to respond to an Aug. 14 letter in which the writer
Chavez’s authoritarian move was predictable
Opinion: After more than 10 years of watching Venezuela’s authoritarian President Hugo Chavez, it’s hard not
Monday's Best Bets on TV
“The Closer” (9 p.m., TNT): Kevin Bacon drops by to direct his wife, Kyra Sedgwick, in tonight’s
Police issue warrant for suspect in homicide
Police issue warrant for suspect in homicide YOUNGSTOWN — Police have a warrant out for a suspect
Mets’ Santana goes route on mound to blank Bucs, 4-0
He got ahead in the count on 26 of 31 hitters to pitch a three-hitter for New York. PITTSBURGH
Browns play Super Bowl champions
Cleveland will see how good it is against the Giants tonight in the Meadowlands. BEREA — The
2 ‘Mad Men’ stars enjoy drama on set
They knew each other before landing parts on the AMC series. NEW YORK — On the “Mad Men”
In the Keys, officials prepare for Fay
A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for visitors. KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — Florida Keys
Ohio agencies rethinking ‘mental retardation’ label in their names
CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio agencies are grappling with whether they should keep the label “mental
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jasmine Clinkscale and Deray Johnson, Youngstown, a girl,
After hugging in church, candidates return to jabs
RENO, Nev. (AP) — So much for hugging in church. A day after Barack Obama and John McCain
Ohioans can call with insurance complaints
COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio Department of Insurance says its consumer hot line can help when Ohioans
MLB ROUNDUP Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 16, Tigers 8 DETROIT — Melvin Mora and Luke Scott had two home runs
GRADS OF SUMMER
YSU commencement sends more than 450 on the path toward success Always value your education at
Several hundred graduate and undergraduate students took home degrees after Sunday’s summer
Several hundred graduate and undergraduate students took home degrees after Sunday’s summer
Motorcycle run with more than 1,000 riders to benefit children
The motorcyclists rode 75 miles in the region Sunday to benefit children. AUSTINTOWN — More than
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has had surgery to repair his right
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has had surgery to repair his right knee,
Indians beat Angels
Indians beat Angels The Cleveland Indians got good pitching to defeat the Los Angeles Angels, 4-3,
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints HSBC Bank USA v. Phyllis L. Hugley et al, foreclosure.
Reunion set for families of crew on sunken sub
Relatives didn’t know the fate of the crew until the sub was found last year. MIDLAND, Mich. (AP)
Vexfest V astounds Youngstown crowd
Vexfest V astounds Youngstown crowd kThe weather was perfect, the music was loud and the drinks
ALONG FOR THE RIDE: Alan “Catfish” Bowen of New Wilmington, Pa., attended the rally
ALONG FOR THE RIDE: Alan “Catfish” Bowen of New Wilmington, Pa., attended the rally behind Mike’s
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