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Snell leads Pirates over Cardinals 4-1
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Ian Snell threw seven scoreless inning to outpitch Braden Looper and lead the
Niles man guilty of raping 8-year-old girl
YOUNGSTOWN — A 62-year-old Niles man has pleaded guilty to three counts of raping an 8-year-old
Gas bill talks get heated at hearing
YOUNGSTOWN — The passion of an estimated 150 area Dominion East Ohio customers who oppose more
City, Liberty bump heads over proposed Wal-Mart
LIBERTY — Plans to build the much anticipated Wal-Mart Supercenter on Belmont Avenue are now on hold
Sizemore’s 3-run homer helps Indians beat Royals
CLEVELAND — Grady Sizemore hit a three-run homer to help the Cleveland Indians beat the Kansas City
Columbiana jail escapees broke open jail door lock
LISBON — Four prisoners broke out of the Columbiana County Jail by smashing a lock on a steel door.
Obama campaign to open Boardman office
YOUNGSTOWN — The campaign of U.S. Sen. Barack Obama, the presumptive Democratic presidential
YSU’s De’Angelo Wilson ready for season to begin
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State football team’s defensive unit was proudly wearing their red practice
Ohio Auditor says Eagle Heights Academy financial records are ‘unauditable’
YOUNGSTOWN — The treasurer of Eagle Heights Academy said the charter school will have no problem
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Warren cops hand out 130 traffic citations
WARREN — It was a busy weekend for traffic law enforcement here. In addition to the normal 20 or
YSU team resumes football practice at 3:30 today
YOUNGSTOWN – The Youngstown State University football team is slated to resume practice at 3:30 p.m.
Gunman robs ice cream truck
WARREN — A gunman with a shirt over his face robbed an ice cream truck at Hayes Avenue and Second
Assault charge comes in wake of man’s death
NEWTON FALLS — A 32-year-old Newton Falls man awaits the outcome of an investigation to find out
KELLI CONEY/CHRISTOPHER LAWLER
KELLI CONEY CHRISTOPHER LAWLER X OCHO RIOS, Jamaica — Kelli Rachelle Coney and Christopher Earl
JENNIFER MCCLOSKEY/JOEL GREENSTEIN
JENNIFER MCCLOSKEY JOEL GREENSTEIN X YOUNGSTOWN — Jennifer McCloskey, 4415 Ventura Drive,
KATHLEEN LALAMA/ERIC GRUNENWALD
KATHLEEN LALAMA ERIC GRUNENWALD X BOARDMAN — St. Luke Church was the setting at 2:30 p.m.
KIMBERLY CHISM/THEODORE JACKSON
KIMBERLY CHISM THEODORE JACKSON X YOUNGSTOWN — New Vision New Day Ministry was the setting at 2
‘No swimming’ signs stolen; boy drowns
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Police say someone stole the “no swimming” signs near a creek-fed pool in
Golfers can compete for fun and prizes
Special to The Vindicator PARTICIPANTS: Prepared to join area golfers and media personalities for
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
X Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 will meet for breakfast at 10 a.m. Wednesday at
YSU videographer, 31, dies after football practice
Shawn Coin was entering his third season with the Penguins. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State
Mayor seeks to cut 27 of rank off YPD
Williams plans to replace lost ranking officers with patrol officers. YOUNGSTOWN — City
Movie star to attend event
Dave Hanson, star of “Slap Shot” movies, will be at Jason Baird’s fundraiser. YOUNGSTOWN — A
4 back in jail after escape
The sheriff’s office released the name of only one of the four recaptured prisoners. LISBON —
Youngstown schools OK levy attempt
The district is looking at a plan to trim $1 million in annual costs of transportation.
Albani’s goals lead Howland; Canfield, Hubbard cruise
Maplewood, Springfield and Lakeview posted opening wins. HOWLAND — Gina Albani scored two goals
West Middlesex, Shenango Twp. consider merger
The merger would take place in 2012. WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. — West Middlesex and Shenango Township
All-Stars split in Ruth Series
The 14-year-old team remained unbeaten, while the 13-year-old team lost. The Youngstown Babe
Sweet: YSU must capitalize on its ‘Tech Belt’ location
Developing a response to the state Strategic Plan for Higher Education is the top priority, the
Not ready for prime time players
Browns struggle in defeat New York took a 30-3 lead less than a minute into the second quarter.
Ohioans love their Buckeyes best
The preference for OSU over the pros is more than just a winning record. COLUMBUS — No
McDonald board hires MS to devise plan to update school facilities
Traffic routes for parents to drop children off at school have been changed. McDONALD — The
Rookie Pearce delivers as Pirates turn back Mets, 5-2
His go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning snapped the Mets’ winning streak. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Penn State short on linebackers
Dan Conner went to the NFL and two-year starter Sean Lee is out for the season. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
YSU’s video coordinator dies
Shawn Coin, 31, suffered a fatal heart attack on Monday. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State
Heat source safety
Whether the heat source is a stove, fireplace insert or traditional fireplace, follow these tips for
HEATING OPTIONS
HEATING OPTIONS Numerous choices Natural gas: Price: $14.55 per mcf (per thousand cubic feet)
Howland grad keeps lights shining bright
The backstage professional shines light on some of Disney’s most famous characters. HOWLAND
Murder suspect arrested
Murder suspect arrested YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force and the Crime
U.S. men roll easily past Germany
Next up for the Americans is the team that’s given them their closest game in China. BEIJING (AP)
Hispanic fertility drives population growth in U.S.
WASHINGTON — If it weren’t for Hispanic births, the U.S. could be confronting long-term population
Health officials prepare for the Canfield Fair
The mission is to attempt to ensure that people have a safe, wholesome and healthy fair experience.
Rice: NATO won’t allow Russia to win in Georgia
NATO ministers will consider upcoming activities planned with Russia. BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) —
Florida gears up for fury of Fay
The storm was predicted to hit the state’s west coast just shy of hurricane strength. Sprawling,
OSHP dispatch unit to move to Lisbon post
CANFIELD — The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Canfield Post is not closing, but its dispatch unit will
Tom Hanks will help theater raise money
Tom Hanks will help theater raise money CLEVELAND — Tom Hanks still feels a responsibility to the
Northern Ohio PGA
Northern Ohio PGA PGA Professional Championship Beechmont Country Club Cleveland, OH Monday
Baseball
Baseball Favorite Odds Underdog National League PHILADELPHIA 91‚Ñ2-101‚Ñ2 Washington NY METS
Obama reaches out to working women
Sen. John McCain accused Obama of being weak on foreign policy. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Barack Obama
MLB ROUNDUP Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Orioles 3 BALTIMORE — Jon Lester outpitched Jeremy Guthrie, and Jason
Americans put more faith in God than doctors, survey says
Nearly 20 percent of doctors said God could reverse a hopeless outcome. CHICAGO (AP) — When it
CUTBACKS?
CUTBACKS? Youngstown police City council will consider legislation to reduce the number of
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick J. Sculli, 27, of 510 E. Regency Circle, Canfield, and
Longball keeps Wash., Fla. alive
Hawaii defeated South Dakota at the Little League World Series. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) —
Pakistani president resigns
Pakistani president resigns ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf announced
Seahawks’ Hasselbeck will play Monday
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pro Bowl quarterback Matt Hasselbeck fully participated in a practice for the
CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A fatal pedestrian hit-skip in Howland is the focus of Crime
Banquet for Lariccia
Banquet for Lariccia NILES — The Niles Rotary Club will have a dinner in honor of Anthony Lariccia
Police ID suspect in homicide
YOUNGSTOWN — There’s an aggravated murder warrant for Kevin L. West, 21, of Youngstown in the
Hartford, Brookfield weigh fire contract
Hartford’s trustees plan to have a decision in the near future. BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield
Pakistani president steps down
His departure is unlikely to have an impact on control of Pakistan’s nuclear weapons. ISLAMABAD,
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Aug. 10 Theft:
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 16, Detroit 8 N.Y. Yankees 15, Kansas City 6
Study links spankings to serious child abuse
RALEIGH, N.C. — Parents tempted to treat Junior’s misbehavior with a lashing from a tree limb out
What does the future hold for Jackson-Milton schools?
Opinion: What does the future hold for Jackson-Milton schools? EDITOR: After the failure of the Jackson-
Both vulnerable. West deals.
Both vulnerable. West deals. NORTH xK 10 9 8 3 u7 6 4 2 vQ 3 wA 3 WEST EAST xJ 4 xQ 7
Outside attorney sought for probe
An assistant prosecutor expects an outside attorney to be appointed this week. WARREN — The
Firefighters, officers will be honored
Six members of the Canfield police and fire departments are honored for saving lives. CANFIELD
Osborne named fire chief
The new chief has been with the department 10 years. NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township trustees
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Nicholas and Lucinda Blanch, Youngstown, girl, Aug.
Long shots celebrate the chance to compete
Most of these athletes savor their Olympic moments as gratefully as any champion. BEIJING (AP) —
College presidents push for lower drinking age
Mothers Against Drunk Driving is sharply criticizing the officials. College presidents from
Web site catches newspeople unaware
Harry Shearer mines gold with off-air videos. NEW YORK — As the red light switched off and her
Settlement revealed in ’03 club disaster
Musician Ty Longley, formerly of Brookfield, died in the fire in Rhode Island. PROVIDENCE, R.I.
Man convicted of killing wife in ’92 seeks reversal
The court took the unusual step of permitting a delayed appeal. YOUNGSTOWN — A man who says he
‘Playhouse Disney Live!’ Performances
‘Playhouse Disney Live!’ Performances Although the lighting work of Justin Thomas can’t be seen in
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mathews Local school board, executive session 6 p.m., regular meeting will
Leukodystrophy
Leukodystrophy Leukodystrophy is the degeneration of the white matter of the brain. The most
College professor killed in bike-SUV collision
NEWBURY, Ohio (AP) — John Carroll University is mourning the death of a biology professor killed
Olympic officials work to renew sponsors
A major brewer has renewed through the 2012 London Games. BEIJING (AP) — As they cheer on their
Has Russia adopted a new doctrine?
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Russia has been justifying its rampage through Georgia as a “peacekeeping” operation to
Brady uncertain about foot injury
The Patriots’ quarterback isn’t sure if he’ll play in Friday’s exhibition game. FOXBOROUGH, Mass.
Gymnast Liukin fit to be tied with silver
The American earned the same score on the uneven bars as the gold medalist. BEIJING (AP) — For the
Wall Street retreats as Freddie and Fannie fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street retreated Monday after Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fell to their lowest
Soap opera seeking Iraq war veteran for role
The character will be part of a romantic story line. LOS ANGELES — An open casting call for
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Bears: Kyle Orton will start opening day at quarterback — beating Rex Grossman in a competition that
Report on wealthy Latins is troubling
Opinion: Get this: Latin America’s rich are getting richer than their counterparts in all other regions of
Bird’s Nest naming rights available
Naming rights for the stadium for 30 years would cost hundreds of millions. NEW YORK — Chinese
“I hope the nation and the people will forgive my mistakes.”
Opinion: “I hope the nation and the people will forgive my mistakes.” Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf
Here’s a hint for those forced to evacuate
Dear Heloise: In response to preparing for hurricane season, please add this to your list: If you
Will sales tax hike hurt?
Opinion: California’s unemployment rate soared to 7.3 percent in July, with nearly 400,000 more workers in
A toxic proposal
Opinion: Washington Post: For 71‚Ñ2 years, the Labor Department has neglected the workers it’s supposed to
OLYMPIC ROUNDUP \ Monday’s other events
Baseball: The U.S. team beat China 9-1 in a game that featured rough play such as a home-plate
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 19, the 232nd day of 2008. There are 134 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 19, the 232nd day of 2008. There are 134 days left in the year. On this date
U.S. men sweep 400 hurdles
Stephanie Brown also won a surprising gold medal in the discus. BEIJING (AP) — The big debate was
Vindy.com News Podcast For August 19, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, August 19, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“The Secret Life of the American Teenager” (8 p.m., ABC Family): Amy’s grandma visits the family and
Countrywide acquisition might not save lender
NEW YORK (AP) — Countrywide’s acquisition by Bank of America Corp. was supposed to help keep the
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Clothing giveaway, Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Wednesday,
FAIR HEALTH TIPS |Put safety first
Suggestions from the Ohio Department of Health on ways to enjoy the fair safely: Use sunscreen.
Russia’s invasion of Georgia takes spotlight off Zimbabwe
Editorial: While the international community works to bring an end to the crisis in Georgia, the former
Back to school: Kids feel the effect of shaky economy
Schools are cutting back but still having difficult times making ends meet. WASHINGTON (AP) — Hard
Valley residents turn to stoves, fireplaces to warm home, save cash
Industry experts are predicting a back order of stoves for winter.
GE expects business in China to double
Immelt expects it to reach $10 billion a year. BEIJING (AP) — General Electric Co. expects its
Business news digest
NATION Delphi to lay off about 600 salaried workers NEW YORK — Delphi said its electronics and
Twins’ carnival has friend swinging
The goal was about $400, but the carnival brought in more than $3,100. POLAND — While many
McCain, Obama worlds apart on the issues
Opinion: When I was little, I had a recurrent dream that there was a terrible earthquake. My father, his body
HEAT SOURCES
HEAT SOURCES What we’re burning Breakdown of heating sources for residents of the Midwest as of
Edwards ‘the family man’ shatters image with affair
Opinion: The cheating privileges given by the Samantha character in “Sex and the City” to her young lover
Victim has trouble moving on with life
Dear Annie: I am 19 years old. A family member sexually abused me until the age of 17. I reported
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