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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

Chevy Centre flick rescheduled

Equipment problems blamed.

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

Bands aplenty at VexFest, downtown

Vexfest rocked into the wee hours this morning. YOUNGSTOWN — It was all rock, all day.

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Winningest Olympian Phelps now savoring the moments

The American became the winningest Olympian ever with 14 victories, five more than any other

New buildings, contracts, programs await city pupils

Most of the changes are designed to help improve academic performance. YOUNGSTOWN — Different

Mollica: Penguis emphasize fitness

Youngstown State football coach Jon Heacock has placed a lot of emphasis this fall on conditioning,

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

Lawsuit on YPD hiring stalled

The lawyer said use of a minority list was done to give preferential treatment. YOUNGSTOWN — A

Scrappers keep hitting in 6-4 win

They have won three of their last four games. NILES — In baseball, it is often suggested that

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Health fair gives families prescription for staying fit

Guests could learn about everything from bone density to blood pressure. AUSTINTOWN — From

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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 —

McGlynn getting the most out of camp

The former Fitch High and University of Pittsburgh standout has played well in two preseason games

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John Charles’ kids to run for lung cancer research

The siblings have surpassed their collection goal. GIRARD — Before he died at 65 of

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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.

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

Vexfest V astounds Youngstown crowd

Vexfest V astounds Youngstown crowd kThe weather was perfect, the music was loud and the drinks

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)

TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints HSBC Bank USA v. Phyllis L. Hugley et al, foreclosure.

Indians beat Angels

Indians beat Angels The Cleveland Indians got good pitching to defeat the Los Angeles Angels, 4-3,

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,

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

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Several hundred graduate and undergraduate students took home degrees after Sunday’s summer

GRADS OF SUMMER

YSU commencement sends more than 450 on the path toward success Always value your education at

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MLB ROUNDUP Sunday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 16, Tigers 8 DETROIT — Melvin Mora and Luke Scott had two home runs

Ohioans can call with insurance complaints

COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio Department of Insurance says its consumer hot line can help when Ohioans

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

Forum Health Northside Medical Center

Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jasmine Clinkscale and Deray Johnson, Youngstown, a girl,

Ohio agencies rethinking ‘mental retardation’ label in their names

CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio agencies are grappling with whether they should keep the label “mental

MAKING A POINT: Carl Nunziato, an Army veteran who suffered combat wounds in the Vietnam War,

In the Keys, officials prepare for Fay

A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for visitors. KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — Florida Keys

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”

Browns play Super Bowl champions

Cleveland will see how good it is against the Giants tonight in the Meadowlands. BEREA — The

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

Police issue warrant for suspect in homicide

Police issue warrant for suspect in homicide YOUNGSTOWN — Police have a warrant out for a suspect

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

Chavez’s authoritarian move was predictable

Opinion: After more than 10 years of watching Venezuela’s authoritarian President Hugo Chavez, it’s hard not

Give Youngstown a try

Opinion: Give Youngstown a try EDITOR: I would like to respond to an Aug. 14 letter in which the writer

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

RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney

Sunday: The Hartford native had a day to forget at the 3M Performance 400 at Michigan International

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.

“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

Bush leaving fiscal woes to his successor

Opinion: The next president, whether it be Republican John McCain or Democrat Barack Obama, will be in

Johnson, Liukin add to medals

BEIJING (AP) — The American women are stockpiling more precious metal than a jeweler. The Chinese

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

OLYMPIC ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other events

Tennis: Rafael Nadal overcame two set points in the second set and held every service game to beat

SUMMER Classes

SUMMER Classes Austintown Fitness Center A few of the classes offered: The Barefoot Journey: A

NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s games

Lions 27, Bengals 10 CINCINNATI — Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson hurt his left shoulder, meaning

U.S. still unsure how to proceed against Russia

CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) — The United States on Sunday accused Russia of stalling its military pullback

Human immune system protects from killer flu

WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly a century after history’s most lethal flu faded away, survivors’

AT THE MIKE: Kelly McCracken of The Kelly’s enjoys the limelight at the free rock festival.

Agenda Tuesday

Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Board of Public Affairs, 9 a.m., 1455 Salt Springs Road. Poland

GAME TIME Giants vs. Browns

When: 8 p.m. today Where: Giants Stadium, E. Rutherford, N.J. TV/radio: ESPN, WNCD-FM (93.3)

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

Police force increased for Afghan celebration

The Interior Ministry said the capital’s police would search buildings and cars. KABUL,

Lewdness charge for streaking dismissed; appeal considered

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) — A judge has dismissed a lewdness charge against a Penn State student who

Mom needs to act differently

Dear Annie: I had always dreamed of planning my daughter’s wedding. I didn’t want to upset her

Industry agressively pushes for alternative jet fuel

The AIRLINES Significant supplies may not be ready for years. PHOENIX (AP) — With the price of

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

The two-wheel exception to falling traffic deaths

The two-wheel exception to falling traffic deaths Scripps Howard News Service: One of the more

Report: Ohio officials can’t explain land deal

An FBI raid last month targeted information on a land deal for a juvenile detention center.

Suit: Facebook ad program invaded privacy

The lawsuit alleges that Facebook collected and broadcast users’ personal data without permission.

U.S. MARSHALS

U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Michael Thomas Seery The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is

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Expect lower airfares

Expect lower airfares Air travelers suffering from summer sticker shock might find some relief

Regional Business Digest

REGION TCTC taking applications for Adult Training Center CHAMPION — TCTC Adult Training Center

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

Sixty percent of job seekers find it important to work for a company that is environmentally

Medvedev vows to begin pullout

After reigniting Cold War tensions, Russia faces consequences from EU. GORI, Georgia (AP) —

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

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DeGeneres, de Rossi wed

DeGeneres, de Rossi wed BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — There was much dancing: Ellen DeGeneres and Portia

Flooding causes evacuations in Grand Canyon

No buildings were damaged, but trails and footbridges were washed out. PHOENIX (AP) — Days of

GAME TIME

Who: Scrappers at Batavia When: 7:05 p.m. Thursday Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) All-Star break: The New

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

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

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) —

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-

ITALY

ITALY Corriere della Sera, Milan, Aug. 13: After having given Georgia inopportune and unrealistic

GETTING READY: George Collins of Patella Carpet and Tile spreads cement at the entrance to the

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

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