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Mayor Williams vows to resolve Wal-Mart water issue
YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay Williams says he expects to come to some type of agreement with Wal-Mart
Man who killed drug dealer sentenced for drug trafficking
YOUNGSTOWN — David Klamer Jr., who fatally shot a drug dealer who tried to rob him, has been
Niles schools gets preliminary rating of ‘effective’
NILES — A preliminary Ohio Department of Education audit has designated the Niles School District as
For those who saved 7, it’s all in the line of duty
CANFIELD — The men who were honored with the fire district’s Medals of Gallantry said the award is
Youngstown man gets 40-year fed sentence added to life prison term
CLEVELAND — A Youngstown man already sent to prison for life for killing a drug informant has
Valley residents overjoyed by car’s arrival
Local business owners, workers and elected officials accept the news with open arms.
Comunity Cup road closures
YOUNGSTOWN — The following drives in Mill Creek Park will be closed from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept.
The Youngstown State softball program will hold a free youth clinic Sept. 20, at McCune Park in
The Youngstown State softball program will hold a free youth clinic Sept. 20, at McCune Park in
Fans invited to Chevy Centre for free Pavlik rally
Kelly Pavlik and Bernard Hopkins will be at the Chevrolet Centre next Wednesday, Aug. 27, for a pep
‘Rolling gun battle’ on South Side about 3 p.m.
YOUNGSTOWN — Shortly before 3 p.m. today, police officers were called to the scene of a two-car
Cruze is first of a new GM family
Rick Wagoner, General Motors chairman and chief executive officer, says GM is proceeding with major
Start of Cruze means phase-out of Cobalt
“We’re here to stay as a company, and we’re here to stay certainly in this part of Ohio.” So says
GM’s investment in Cruze totals $500 million
LORDSTOWN — Rick Wagoner, General Motors chairman and chief executive officer, announced today that
Body found in trash bin in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — An employee of Allied Waste discovered a body in a residential waste container while
GM to make big Lordstown announcement today
LORDSTOWN — General Motors is to officially announce today a multimillion-dollar investment in its
Heart Fest scheduled
WARREN — The parking lot at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St., will be the
American Legion to sponsor luau
YOUNGSTOWN — American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., has planned a luau that will begin at
Candidate to attend Republican clubs dinner
Candidate to attend Republican clubs dinner CANFIELD — Canfield Republican Women’s Club and Warren
TASHA WOLFGANG/SCOTT MICKHOLTZICK
TASHA WOLFGANG SCOTT MICKHOLTZICK • YOUNGSTOWN — Monsignor Peter Polando officiated as Tasha M.
BETHANY SEYMAN/THOMAS SOLICH
BETHANY SEYMAN THOMAS SOLICH • WARREN — On July 12 Bethany Virginia Seyman and Thomas Charles
JACLYN THEIS/CHAD OCHS
JACLYN THEIS CHAD OCHS • YOUNGSTOWN — A reception at the Avion on the Water in Canfield honored
Size, Strength and Agility
Ohio State-bound John Simon ready to lead Mooney’s attack The veteran two-way lineman has his
Shooting victim Joe Kaluza gets warm homecoming from family, friends
The robbery victim came home to Youngstown after a long hospital stay, amid much support.
Webb presents dramatic plan for change
One aspect of the plan calls for more time in class and less summer vacation. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Lightning strikes again as Bolt wins 200
His time of 19.30 seconds broke the world mark that many felt would last longer. BEIJING (AP) —
Council OKs ranking-officer cut
The patrol officers’ union offered a counterproposal. YOUNGSTOWN — Despite strong objections
Regional support for airport development office
Trumbull County has committed $300,000 over three years for the project. WARREN — Trumbull
YSU quickens pace of offense
The Penguins will use a no-huddle attack that will feature several players. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Ruth all-star teams lose, but play again
Both 13- and 14-year-old squads advanced to the single-elimination stage of the World Series.
McDonald’s worker charged in felonies
Police are asking patrons to check credit card statements. LIBERTY — Police are investigating
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jherilyne Shaw and O’Bryan Shade, Youngstown, girl,
New tutors and teacher hired for Canfield
CANFIELD — The board of education handled some routine back-to-school agenda items. Wednesday
Niles residents complain about noise
NILES — Things are getting a bit too noisy in certain areas of Niles, at least as far as some
Small-staffed shift at Warren police
The administration had decided to eliminate the six-officer minimum. WARREN — With a deficit
Weathersfield board OKs purchase of textbooks
One parent called for the removal of the board, superintendent and high school principal.
Coach question: Did going light lead to letdown?
The Browns players said the lack of hitting wasn’t to blame for poor play. CLEVELAND — Reality
Teen trio draws on rock legends for inspiration
111Not only have the Jonas Brothers — Kevin, Joe and Nick — apparently done their rock history
More theft arrests to come
An investigation continues into the rise in area thefts. BOARDMAN — Police arrested a 25-year-
General Motors says it is proud to invest in Ohio as the site to build its next fuel-efficient
General Motors says it is proud to invest in Ohio as the site to build its next fuel-efficient
WARM WELCOME: Lisa Kaluza was one of the first of family and friends to affectionately greet her
WARM WELCOME: Lisa Kaluza was one of the first of family and friends to affectionately greet her
Howland's strength is all up front
Howland’s strength is all up front The Tigers have six starters on the offensive line back from
LORDSTOWN PLANT
LORDSTOWN PLANT State assistance As it did six years ago, Ohio is offering financial incentives
Record 460 new students at Westminster
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Westminster College is set to welcome a record 460 new students to campus with
Man ‘critical’ after being shot in head
YOUNGSTOWN — A 19-year-old East Side man was in critical condition late Wednesday after he was shot
Americans add Aussies to list of wins, 116-85
The U.S. men’s team will now take on defending Olympic champ Argentina. BEIJING — Can’t anyone
Draft of security deal is complete
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraqi and U.S. negotiators have completed a draft security agreement that would see
Poland, U.S. sign defense deal
Russian officials contend the missiles are aimed at Russia, which the U.S. denies. WARSAW, Poland
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Hubbard: LIBERTY Aug. 16
MLB ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 15, Mariners 3 CHICAGO — Ken Griffey Jr. hit one of Chicago’s four
ruKus festival returns to Warren amphitheater
Lessons were learned from last year, the first for the festival. WARREN — The second annual
‘DEATH RACE’
‘DEATH RACE’ Grade: D Director: Paul W.S. Anderson Running time: 1 hour 44 minutes Rating: R
Biden emerges as favorite for veep
Obama’s pick is to be announced by text message to supporters Saturday. CHICAGO (AP) — Sen. Joe
GM keeps Ohio, Valley ‘Cruze’-ing
The state is providing more than $80 million in incentives to GM. LORDSTOWN — The success of
Gutierrez does it all as Tribe drops Royals
The surging Indians won for the ninth time in 12 games. CLEVELAND — Franklin Gutierrez’s
Blitz tailgate recipe: Jalapeno Burgers
Ingredients 3 lbs Ground Sirloin Burger 3 lbs Lean Ground Sausage 1-16 oz jar of sliced
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: The “Burning Up Tour” featuring the Jonas Brothers When: 7 p.m. Friday, Blossom
State police prepare for opening of school
BUTLER, Pa. — In an effort to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities resulting from traffic
Lawyer will investigate allegation of job offer before primary election
The common pleas court must now approve Wilson’s appointment. WARREN — Trumbull County
planned parenthood Ad campaign
Details of ad campaign by Planned Parenthood of Southwest Ohio: Ads running every Sunday for about
5 high school games to watch this week
Hubbard @ Poland It’s Thursday Night Lights! Come see the new turf at Dave Pavlansky Field and
Area recruits At a glance
Area recruitsSFlbAt a glance VERBAL COMMITMENTS Mooney John Simon, DL, Ohio State Boardman
light bulb project |Area participants
Boardman: St. James’s Church, 7640 Glenwood Ave. Canfield: St. Andrew’s Church, 3755 S. Raccoon
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Directions for making nylon scrubbies are simple
Dear Heloise: I am still trying to find the directions for how to make those nylon scrubbies for
Sticking with duct tape for wart removal
Q. My husband’s doctor told him to put duct tape on his foot to get rid of plantar warts. Do you
Commodities drop doesn’t mean lower prices
Retail food prices jump on average 6 percent this year — triple the normal inflation rate of around
School bus storage move to cost less than expected
Ending the lease on a bus garage is expected to save the district $300,000 a year. YOUNGSTOWN
Buckeyes work hard on special teams
Coach Jim Tressel isn’t happy that his team was last in the Big Ten in kickoff returns. COLUMBUS
America’s future at risk
Opinion: Kansas City Star: As a presidential candidate eight years ago, George W. Bush essentially argued
U.S. has even greater stake in Pakistan than Georgia
Opinion: Two days ago, we urged the Bush administration to pay attention to what is going on politically in
area high school football schedule | Week 1-2
ToDAY Liberty at Brookfield, 7 p.m. Howland at Ashtabula Lakeside, 7 p.m. Hubbard at Poland, 7
“The Principal’s Office” (9 p.m., truTV): It won’t be long before high
“The Principal’s Office” (9 p.m., truTV): It won’t be long before high schools across the land are
High turnout from false MySpace rumor
Marching band members reacted to a busing rumor. VIENNA — Mathews Board of Education members
America is not ready for permanent high oil prices, shortages
Opinion: Has the world already reached peak oil, a time of permanently high oil prices and shortages that
MCDONALD Village council
Village officials handled these matters Wednesday night: Heard a presentation from Chris Tolnar of
Glendi, the annual Greek Festival at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church, opens this evening and
Glendi, the annual Greek Festival at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church, opens this evening and runs
Today is Thursday, Aug. 21, the 234th day of 2008. There are 132 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Aug. 21, the 234th day of 2008. There are 132 days left in the year. On this date
Rubber City Rebels are back in action
The band will play at Cedars Lounge downtown. More than 30 years have passed since the Rubber
Pelosi needs to follow her hero Tip
Opinion: “The speaker of the House I most admire is Tip O’Neill. Despite their differences, he was able to
Planned Parenthood starts ‘A-Word’ campaign
The chapter wants to remind readers the agency is also about abstinence, access, affordability and
Just imagine: A Democrat infiltrated the wine tasting
Opinion: Just imagine: A Democrat infiltrated the wine tasting EDITOR: I was at a wine tasting recently
FDIC sets mortgage plan for IndyMac borrowers
Those who qualify will be able to switch to fixed-rate mortgages at 6.5 percent. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Jessica Simpson, beer spokeswoman
Jessica Simpson, beer spokeswoman DALLAS — Jessica Simpson is now selling beer. The singer and
Oil-rich Iraq playing Uncle Sam for a fool
Opinion: Across the Middle East, from Abu Dhabi to Yemen, the dizzying rise in oil prices has fueled a
Sort of like that crazy uncle nobody talks about but who shows up at every family function, Blitz
Sort of like that crazy uncle nobody talks about but who shows up at every family function, Blitz
Receiving group could be strength of Steelers offense
Veteran Hines Ward is the leader of the group of talented pass catchers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Hines
She is confused after roller-coaster marriage
Dear Annie: After 18 years of a roller-coaster marriage, I find myself divorced. At the time, I
Rates
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All
Mortgage applications hit multiyear low
NEW YORK (AP) — Mortgage application volume fell last week to its lowest levels in nearly eight
Reshaud Biggs arrested at house in Boardman
The suspect unplugged his house arrest monitor, an agency said. YOUNGSTOWN — A bond hearing will
Money to bring businesses, jobs
A technology park and a highway are getting a boost. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County received
Regional Business Digest
REGION Lower First Place earnings WARREN — First Place Financial Corp. reported lower-than-
Girard ex-chief grilled at hearing
The first hearing lasted nearly four hours with a second session planned for next week.
auditions \Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Night of the Living Dead.” Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown.
Despite legislative efforts, textbook costs soar
Textbook prices rose at twice the rate of inflation between 1986 and 2004. WASHINGTON — The
“Even though the toll is so high, you should be proud of what you are doing. The work that
Opinion: “Even though the toll is so high, you should be proud of what you are doing. The work that you’re
Despite row, parties want Wal-Mart
A Wal-Mart spokesman says the company is going forward to get bids for the Liberty store.
GM keeps Ohio, Valley 'Cruze'-ing
The Lordstown complex is vital to the state, so officials have gone the extra mile toward its success, they say.
Senator’s trial to be in D.C.
Senator’s trial to be in D.C. WASHINGTON — Sen. Ted Stevens cannot move his corruption trial from
Big Red mascot is dream come true for Canfield High senior
Becca brings excitement, new ideas to her role as the Canfield mascot . CANFIELD — Becca
153 die in crash of jet in Spain
The accident was Spain’s worst air disaster since 1983. MADRID, Spain (AP) — A Spanish airliner
Child rapist gets 10 years in prison
The children’s mother asked the judge to impose two life prison terms. YOUNGSTOWN — A 32-year-
Up close with … Mike Pavlansky
It seems safe to suggest that Mike Pavlansky’s career was one of destiny. Mike’s dad, Dave, was a
Tropical storm causes soggy mess in Florida
The governor has requested a disaster declaration from the federal government. PORT ST. LUCIE,
Olympic roundup | Wednesday’s other events
Track and field: Jamaica’s Melaine Walker won the women’s 400-meter hurdles. American Sheena Tosta
‘Death Race’: a movie in search of a video game
It’s not just about the killing. It’s about the cleavage. Of all the Z-movies in the Roger
BAND SCHEDULE
BAND SCHEDULE ruKus festival 1 p.m., Reznik 2 p.m., Eclyptic 3 p.m., Jones For Revival 4
3-year-old boy found crying and alone in car
3-year-old boy found crying and alone in car WARREN — A 23-year-old city woman faces a misdemeanor
Pigskin previews | Five more games not to miss
East vs. CleVELAND South Game time: 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Canfield High Notebook: After four
Local films to precede ‘American Graffiti’
Local films to precede ‘American Graffiti’ YOUNGSTOWN — “Emotional Reload,” a short movie written
When facts won’t do, out come smears
Opinion: Character assassination has replaced dirty tricks in presidential politics. It’s an ugly and
Showtimes
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Alice Cooper rocks on with vaudevillian show
Straitjackets and baby carriages filled with little vampires. Yeah, it’s just another tour for
Joe Scalzo: Teams shuffle conferences
Pop quiz time. What do the numbers 51-0, 41-14, 49-7 and 63-20 have in common?
Let light shine with better bulbs
Sixty of 95 churches in the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio have already changed light bulbs.
Check out the following highlights from this week’s Blitz
VIDEO:View the 2007 season highlight reel, get to know the Howland linemen and re-live highlights of
Surplus food
Surplus food Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway, 11 a.m. to noon
Amish migrating for more land
Amish settlements have been established in seven new states in the past 16 years. LANCASTER, Pa.
Study: Cancer vaccine cost-effective only for teens
ATLANTA (AP) — An expensive vaccine aimed at preventing cervical cancer makes sense for young teens
Colleagues mourn Cleveland area’s Rep. Tubb Jones
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles called the congresswoman his ‘mom in Congress.’ EAST CLEVELAND (AP) —
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