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Pirates fall to Brewers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Ryan Braun homered, doubled and drove in three runs, leading Jeff Suppan and the
Browns’ Brady Quinn lackluster
DETROIT (AP) — Brady Quinn was lackluster in his first NFL start and the depleted Cleveland Browns
Sword swallowers work on edge
YOUNGSTOWN — Travis Fessler doesn’t have just your everyday, punch-the-clock, 9-to-5 job. He
Man charged in hit-and-run accident in New Wilmington, Pa.
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — A Lowellville man was charged in a hit-and-run accident at the intersection of
Trumbull program helps parents, their kids deal with separation
WARREN — A new educational program supported by the Trumbull County Family Court is designed to help
Excitement builds for DNC bash in Denver
YOUNGSTOWN — Delegates from the Mahoning Valley expect to have a good time at the Democratic
High school band night performances
Local high school band nights as submitted to The Vindicator: Austintown: Austintown Fitch Band
Forum Health, nurses’ union reach tentative agreement on new pact
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health and representatives of the Ohio Nurses Association/Youngstown General Duty
Nelle-Sodeman engagement is being announced
• STRUTHERS — William and Diana Nelle, 465 Maplewood Ave., are announcing the engagement of their
Setting is chosen for Viano-Lumbaca October wedding
• BOARDMAN — The engagement of Leah Marie Viano, 6970 Old Bridge Lane, Dublin, and Alessandro Franco
Parents announce Hall-Bounds engagement
• Mr. and Mrs. Glen Hall, 5824 Watson Road, Hubbard, and Mr. and Mrs. Howard V. Bounds III, 1800
October chosen for Grammes Dieter wedding
• The engagement of Katie Grammes and Bill Dieter, both of 1302 Belle Ave., Lakewood, and plans for
October wedding for Miss Nuzzi and Mr. Harris
• Jennifer Nuzzi and Michael Harris, both of Powell, are engaged and have planned an October
Church is chosen for Rinko-Taylor Sept. 20 wedding
• CANFIELD — John and Elli Rinko, 331 Findlay Ave., are announcing plans for the upcoming marriage
Russo-Carpenter wedding to be at park conservatory
• BOARDMAN — The engagement of Julie Russo and Jason Carpenter, both of 2382 Mills Fall Drive,
Families to keep fighting to force Brookfield busing
Two of the pupils involved are the children of Judges Ronald Rice and Cynthia Wescott Rice.
Lawyers want statements tossed
Defense lawyers seek to exclude the suspects’ statements from evidence. YOUNGSTOWN — Lawyers
Reserve deputy charged over officer altercation
The officer was in line to apply for a full-time position within a month. WARREN — A reserve
Prosecutors want order vacated
Prosecutors complained that the key letter from the suspect to a judge wasn’t given to them.
Copper theft probe widens
More arrests are expected, Boardman police said. BOARDMAN — An investigation into a local
Batavia routs Scrappers, 10-1
The Muckdogs scored 8runs in the third inning and held the Scrappers to four hits. BATAVIA, N.Y. —
Girard plans updates for city’s Web site
The city’s Web site will be operated by a committee of residents. GIRARD — City officials are
Four convicted in case of disorderly conduct
Eight of 10 individuals charged have had their cases completed. CORTLAND — Four young people
Browns visit Detroit today
Shaun Rogers has blocked more kicks than any other NFL player since joining the league. ALLEN
Cortland woman gets TV gig on hunting show
Cortland’s ‘Hot Housewife’ does transitions on ‘Doc’s Team Extreme.’ CORTLAND — Things are
Brewers rally to 10-4 victory over Pirates
Milwaukee used a six-run seventh inning to overcome Pittsburgh. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mike Cameron
Steelers regulars to amp up action
Pittsburgh’s defense needs to show some improvement. The Vikings’ strong units will present a real
Carmona, Garko lead Tribe’s victory
The Indians continued their late-season surge with a 7-5 win over the Rangers. ARLINGTON, Texas
City seeks money to demolish houses
The mayor said the program is important to the city. GIRARD — City officials want to continue
CARDINAL MOONEY: Cardinals fall 34-20 against Mentor High School
The Cardinals dropped a 34-20 decision against Mentor. MENTOR — With less than a minute left
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Mark and Carrie Powell, New Waterford, boy, Aug. 12. Forum
URSULINE HIGH: Fighting Irish in 48-6 win over Cleveland East Tech Scarabs
The Irish had eight players score points in the 48-6 season opening win.
Russians withdraw from key Georgian areas
The Russian military had occupied the area for a week and a half and threatened to paralyze the
Babe Ruth 14s suffer tough loss
Youngstown rallied from a 6-1 deficit but lost in the eighth inning. QUINCY, Mass. — Fate played a
MLB Roundup Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 9, Orioles 4 BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Orioles denied Mike Mussina his
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Winning in the Cards for Canfield, but not for Mooney squad 1In one of the marquee matchups,
Ed McMahon sells Calif. home, but not to Trump
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ed McMahon is on the move. McMahon, 85, has agreed to a deal with a private
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland 10, Kansas City 3 Toronto 14, N.Y. Yankees 3
GIRARD HIGH: Indians, Kyle Stadelmyer beat Salem Quakers 47-12
Kyle Stadelmyer helped dedicate the new turf with four touchdowns. GIRARD — When the Girard
Business news digest
REGION Trumpet lessons offered YOUNGSTOWN — Amy’s Trumpet Studio is offering trumpet lessons to
VICTORIES: Campbell, Niles, Champion, Newton Falls, Lakeview, Beaver Local all win
Niles suffered a 14-3 setback against Cleveland John Adams. TORONTO — Lester Hughes passed for
NFL Preseason
NFL Preseason Favorite Points Underdog Week Three DETROIT 3Cleveland NY JETS 3NY Giants
Springfield trustees try to get levy on ballot
NEW SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Township trustees passed a 2-mill renewal police levy in an emergency
Panel to discuss regional cooperation
YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Mike Lyons of Richfield and Mayor Jay Williams will lead a panel on regional
St. Therese novena
St. Therese novena YOUNGSTOWN — Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church, 252 E. Wood St., will hold a
Prisons director backs bill on deadbeat parents
The proposal would help ease prison crowding. COLUMBUS (AP) — Parents who fail to make child-
Today is Saturday, Aug. 23, the 236th day of 2008. There are 130 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Aug. 23, the 236th day of 2008. There are 130 days left in the year. On this date
CLASS INFO
CLASS INFO Trumbull career center Trumbull County Career and Technical Center Adult Training
Stricker shoots 64, takes three-shot lead
He’s hasn’t made a bogey since early in the first round Thursday. PARAMUS, N.J. (AP) — Steve
Train derails, catches fire in Okla.
The engineer and conductor were the only two on the train. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A train derailment
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
Elections board updates Web site
The board is working to improve handicapped accessibility to polling sites. LISBON —
IRL title eludes Castroneves, but he still has hope
Scott Dixon could wrap up the series championship as early as Sunday. SONOMA, Calif. (AP) — Helio
Golfers will scramble to raise funds for agency
Special to The Vindicator PRACTICE: Hoping that practice will help him score well when he
NFL pay, Whopper & advice
First of all, I just wanted to answer a few questions that were submitted by readers: “Nick, I’m
GAME TIME Scrappers
Who: Scrappers vs. State College When: 7:05 p.m. today Where: Eastwood Field Promotions: The
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel W. McMillan, 35, of 10680 Middletown Road, Salem, and
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Steelers vs. Minnesota Vikings Where: Metrodome, Minneapolis When: 8 p.m. TV/radio: WKBN
Woman to stand trial after bizarre explanation
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A woman accused of killing a pregnant woman and cutting her infant from her womb
More families part with precious wares on eBay
The demand for eBay-selling classes is growing. YOUNGSTOWN — People are putting prices on
Mahoning County |Indictments
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Lapriece L. Whitted, 22,
The War in Iraq Latest developments
President Bush, who is vacationing at his ranch in Texas, spoke by secure video Friday with Iraqi
Christian music fest getting bigger
Eclectic group of performers will be featured at Revelation Generation. HACKENSACK, N.J. — It
Jail inmate charged in McCain office threat
Authorities have not determined what the substance was. DENVER (AP) — Prosecutors charged a jail
WESTERN RESERVE: Blue Devils slip past Mathews Mustangs 28-27
After a meeting of the minds, the Blue Devils hung on for a one-point win. VIENNA — A game
Jewish/Christian Studies North and South to begin
BOARDMAN — Jewish/Christian Studies North and South will begin a series of sessions in September.
Democrats dazzle Denver with decked out Pepsi Center
The video screens and shooting stars brought gasps from 1,500 Colorado schoolchildren. DENVER
Teammates from Georgia advance
They’re trying to make the U.S. Amateur final an all Bulldog one. PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) — Adam
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Friday 2ndSEmDWolly Bully (Stokes)5.403.404.80 Millenniummillions
Holy Trinity’s outdoor shrine stands for faith
YOUNGSTOWN — Ties to the ancestral homeland, Ukraine, remain strong among members of Holy Trinity
“Dear Prudence” (9 p.m., Hallmark): Jane Seymour plays a cross between Martha Stewart
“Dear Prudence” (9 p.m., Hallmark): Jane Seymour plays a cross between Martha Stewart and Jessica
Justice Dept. boosted my career, Chong says
Tommy Chong’s glory days of starring as the latter half of the pothead comedy act Cheech Chong
Parents struggling to buy supplies, clothes for school
Looking for bargains and used clothes are ways parents are saving. CHICAGO (AP) — Charles Lane-Bey
Derbies take hit from high scrap prices
Some scrap dealers offer triple the price owners used to sell their old vehicles for. REEDSVILLE,
Cleanup begins in Fla. on 5th day of Fay
STEINHATCHEE, Fla. (AP) — As Tropical Storm Fay finally got on track Friday to leave Florida behind,
Glitter returns to Britain
Glitter returns to Britain LONDON — Mobbed by photographers and greeted by police, faded ex-rocker
RESULTS: Jackson-Milton, Wellsville win; Mineral Ridge, Lowellville lose
NORTH JACKSON — Junior fullback Wilbur Wilson had 180 yards rushing on 26 carries en route to
Teenager's tough act may have had role in shooting
A clergyman said he thinks the victim, who was being bullied, simply ‘stood his ground’ and that
Savage, Samsa team's choices
The Penguins voted after practice Thursday. YOUNGS-TOWN — Seniors Brad Samsa and Mychal Savage
Kaine, Bayh ruled out as VP choices for Obama
The announcement is to be made sometime this morning by text message. WASHINGTON (AP) — On a day
Fund established for cameraman’s family
YOUNGSTOWN — A special fund has been created in memory of former YSU videographer Shawn Coin who
WEST BRANCH HIGH: Warriors defeat Southeast 48-6
BELOIT — West Branch began their season in a dominant fashion, defeating Southeast 48-6. The team
GAME TIME Today
Who: Browns vs. Lions Where: Ford Field, Detroit When: 4 p.m. TV/radio: myYTV, WKBN-AM (570),
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Qualifying: The Hartford native qualified in 36th position Friday night for the Sharpie 500 on the
CANFIELD HIGH: Cardinals coast to 42-13 victory over the Chardon Hilltoppers
The Cardinals jumped out to a 28-0 halftime lead against Chardon. CANFIELD — Canfield High
With TLC, guinea pigs become cuddly pets
Dear Heloise: Here are a few hints for your pet guinea pig. Guinea pigs are cuddly, don’t claw or
Smallies: A big one on my list
One of Ohio’s premier game fishes swims in good numbers around Youngstown, but many of them live out
COLUMBIANA COUNTY |Indictments
A Columbiana County grand jury indicted these people this week: Steven J. Davis, 32, of East
Jury: Confessed killer of Idaho boy can get death
Jury: Confessed killer of Idaho boy can get death BOISE, Idaho — A federal jury on Friday deemed
SOUTH RANGE: Streak ends as Raiders fall to Tuslaw Mustangs, 29-28
South Range battled from behind but couldn’t hold off Tuslaw’s late rally. NORTH LIMA — The
Struthers parking ban
Struthers parking ban STRUTHERS — City Safety-Service Director Edward H. Wildes has banned parking
nfl roundup Friday’s games
Eagles 27, Patriots 17 FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady has yet to play in an exhibition game while
Mother worried daughter may be shoplifting
Dear Annie: I suspect our 16-year-old daughter has been shoplifting. I don’t have any concrete
Xbox Live Arcade offers new gems, including ‘Braid,’ ‘Ticket to Ride’
These games offer casual fun in a short time frame. I’m a sucker for big, juicy games with
ABC’s “This Week” — David Axelrod, Obama campaign senior adviser; former New
ABC’s “This Week” — David Axelrod, Obama campaign senior adviser; former New York City Mayor Rudy
A military family’s son goes off to war
Opinion: For three years, I knew this day would come. I thought I would be prepared. Coming from a family
Beach Boys’ Wilson sunny about album
The last song reminisces about co-founding the group with his brothers. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.
BOARDMAN HIGH: Spartans shut out Cuyahoga Falls Tigers 43-0
In Rob Boyd’s first varsity start, the junior passed for 150 yards. BOARDMAN — Perhaps the
Car makers in U.S. seek help from Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) — Automakers plan to urge Congress to support funding up to $50 billion in low-
SPRINGFIELD HIGH: Tigers defeat Struthers Wildcats, 24-7
The Tigers defeated Struthers, 24-7, bringing relief to their coach. NEW MIDDLETOWN — After
Bankruptcy court approves bid for Steve & Barry’s
The clothing company is to be acquired for $163 million. NEW YORK (AP) — A U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Work to begin on Route 45
Work to begin on Route 45 YELLOW CREEK — The Ohio Department of Transportation’s District 11 will
GM’s Lordstown plant makes us proud
Opinion: It wasn’t so long ago that manufacturing jobs were the backbone of our nation’s economy. Hard-
Will political drama outstrip Olympics?
Opinion: Like a lot of you, I’ve spent most of my evenings the last two weeks, late into the night, watching
No to binge drinking
Miami Herald: The college presidents who want to lower the drinking age to 18 from 21 have got to be
Chaplain at ’88 Olympics recalls seeing parable of the talents unfold
The minister saw a great need for spiritual fulfillment among the athletes. KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
Bernanke: Crisis taking a toll on the economy
He says the inflation outlook remains “highly uncertain.” JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — Federal Reserve
YSU’s location in ‘tech belt’ fits into Rep. Ryan’s plans
Editorial: Last March, Congressman Tim Ryan told the Regional Chamber breakfast that the Mahoning Valley is
With troop deal, U.S. is winding down combat
WASHINGTON — The U.S.-Iraqi deal on troop withdrawals, although not yet final, appears to mark the
AUSTINTOWN FITCH: Falcons beat Chaney Cowboys, 35-14
Jon Ballard threw four touchdown passes to set a Fitch record. AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown
OLYMPIC ROUNDUP \Friday’s events
Track and field: Bad news: Usain Bolt is out of races to run. In the final performance of his
Police arrest two men in shooting death
YOUNGSTOWN — Police used warrants to arrest two men wanted for the shooting death of Sirtan Alli.
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable
Company investigates cause of woman’s death
Malfunctioning valves allowed gasoline to be mixed with kerosene. (AP) — A Pittsburgh-area
Celebrate an inventor of the field guide
Roger Tory Peterson died July 28, 1996, at age 87. On Aug. 28, the world will celebrate the 100th
‘Safe-haven’ law allows for the abandonment of teens
Nebraska’s law opens the door to the possibility that frustrated parents may drop off unruly or
Arrangements updated for Tubbs Jones
CLEVELAND (AP) — Arrangements for the memorial of U.S. Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones have been updated
Come As You Are events set at Rising Star
YOUNGSTOWN — Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave, will hold its annual Come As You Are Day
Consignment shops: Save money, make a profit
Clothing items are in high supply now that it’s back-to-school time. A young woman walked
Friday's Scores
FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA Fitch 35, Chaney 14 Mentor 34, Mooney 20 Ursuline 48, Cle. East Tech 6