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ruKus rocks in Warren
WARREN — For more than three years, Polly Punkneck’s main home has been a vehicle. Nevertheless,
YSU welcomes freshmen
YOUNGSTOWN — Monday, some 3,500 students starting classes as freshmen at Youngstown State University
Hubbard school district gets extra credit
YOUNGSTOWN — The Hubbard school district will get an “excellent” rating when the annual state report
Longevity in the family genes
HOWLAND — Grace Taranto looks 75, acts 50, and celebrated her 100th birthday Aug. 15. “God let me
Free training available to area veterans
Military veterans, listen up. Some 260 Internet-based training courses, from beginning computer
Outgoing AMVETS chief praises soldiers
YOUNGSTOWN — The United States is making progress and is at a turning point in Iraq, said national
Krok anniversary celebrated during dinner party
• MINERAL RIDGE — Mr. and Mrs. Edward Krok, 1318 Raspberry Lane, celebrated the 50th anniversary of
Younkins 60th marked at dinner and reception
• HUBBARD — On June 14 the 60th wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Younkins, 1932 Brookfield Road, was
Fedorchak 50th to be celebrated in Naples, Fla.
• CANFIELD — The Grandezza Country Club in Naples, Fla., will be the setting Aug. 30 for a
Hartville setting for celebration of Mitchell 50th
• SALEM — Family members and friends joined Mr. and Mrs. John Mitchell Sr., 9654 Stratton Road, on
Petro 50th jubilee observed by family at country club
• BOARDMAN — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Petro, 6635 Appleridge Drive,
LAURA CIMINERO/MARC PFAHLER
LAURA CIMINERO MARC PFAHLER • YOUNGSTOWN — Laura Ciminero, a daughter of Sam and Sandra Ciminero,
MICHELE MARIAN/JOHN GALLAGHER
MICHELE MARIAN JOHN GALLAGHER • YOUNGSTOWN — St. Columba Cathedral was the setting at 1:30 p.m.
Surprise party honors Porrazzos on anniversary
SBlt YOUNGSTOWN — A surprise party on Aug. 23 at Ciminero’s Banquet Hall in Niles honored Mr. and
Sampson bedevils YCS as McDonald wins 43-20
The running back rushed for 146 yards and five TDs. CANFIELD — According to the on-line
Quinn takes lion’s share of blame after Browns blasted by Detroit
Cleveland was missing several top players in the 26-6 loss. DETROIT (AP) — Brady Quinn had some
Steelers edge Vikes
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Mike Tomlin has moved on, but Minnesota’s defense hasn’t lost its edge. The
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today — State College, 6:05 p.m. Monday — State College, 7:05 p.m.
Boardman boys win Early Bird; Salem girls team places second
SALEM — The Boardman High boys cross country team took first place while the Salem High girls
Obama adds Biden to the ticket
The Democratic National Convention kicks off in Denver on Monday. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Barack
Canfield Fair continues long tradition
CANFIELD — In 1846, those attending the Canfield Fair were decked out in bonnets and top hats. In
Program designed to help parents, their children deal with separation
A child’s attitude in a divorce is shaped by how the parents handle it, experts say. WARREN —
Excitement builds for DNC bash
Valley delegates see the convention as a chance to unite behind Obama. Delegates from the
Local families celebrate CCE’s 10th anniversary
Sports and programs for at-risk youth are a few services the center offers. YOUNGSTOWN — Keith
Nurses to vote Sept. 3 on pact
The pact must be approved by Forum Health’s board and the union. YOUNGSTOWN — Registered nurses
MILESTONES
SCOUTS Earns Eagle award Christopher Schade, son of Terry and Terri Schade of Canfield, recently
Winning that big prize can prove costly
In these tough economic times, more and more people are trying their luck at sweepstakes, contests,
king and queen candidates
king and queen candidates The Royal Court began in 1954 after two junior leaders, Dick Buchwalter
Admission, ride prices
Admission, ride prices The Canfield Fair is celebrating its 162nd year and will run from Wednesday
Treatment program, SWCD join forces for community projects
Groups who can benefit from free labor should call for more information. CORTLAND — The Trumbull
Worms help a garden grow
Red worms can easily improve any gardener’s garden and compost pile. FRESNO, Calif. — For an
GETTING HELP
GETTING HELP Military families A look at organizations devoted to helping families of deployed
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO: Terry Martin, right, of Warren, and his son, John,
Tropical Storm Fay threatens Gulf cities
Officials were handing out sandbags in an area of New Orleans. APALACHICOLA, Fla. — Fay just
Invasion could speed up missile defense plans
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. outrage over Russia’s invasion of Georgia could prompt Congress to speed up
Prime minister: Iraq won’t allow fighters to keep their weapons
The militias have helped rout al-Qaida in parts of Iraq. BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s government is
Jackson seeking his place in civil rights movement
Jackson says he talks often with Obama, but Obama has never campaigned alongside him. CHICAGO —
On area courses Calendar of events
AUGUST TODAY — Rip’s Tavern Outing at Bedford Trails Golf Course in Coitsville, 8 a.m. shotgun
OLYMPICS ROUNDUP | Saturday’s events
Baseball: It came down to the bottom of the ninth, with Cuba facing a one-run deficit. The bases
State College ends losing streak with 2-1 victory over Scrappers
Mahoning Valley scored a run in the top of the ninth but couldn’t get closer. NILES – The
New Farrell principal talks only about future
Lora Adams-King is looking forward to the coming school year. FARRELL, Pa. — A new principal
Georgians protest presence of Russian troops in port city
U.S. officials are seeking clarification of the Russian pullout. POTI, Georgia (AP) — Thousands of
SCOPE Niles Senior Center, 14 E. State St., has the following activities available: Monday,
SCOPE Niles Senior Center, 14 E. State St., has the following activities available: Monday,
Hillary Clinton mourns the loss of Tubbs Jones
CLEVELAND (AP) — Days after the unexpected death of U.S. Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones, Sen. Hillary
Children and Divorce Facts for families
Talking to children about divorce is difficult. Here are some tips to help the parents and children:
Good friend cares enough to speak up
Dear Annie: I am concerned about my dear friend, “Laura.” She has always been a drinker, but
Ohio’s holiness camps still attract faithful
Think families won’t deal with the restrictions and low-tech accommodations? Think again. The
Court upholds law to ban funeral pickets
Ohio’s law that regulates picketing at funerals or funeral processions is from 1957. CINCINNATI
EAST HIGH: Panthers beat Cleveland South, 26-6
The Panthers made a few mistakes but they did enough to get the win. CANFIELD — The two-year-
Edwards edges Busch for second straight win
The runner-up led for 415 consecutive laps. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — Carl Edwards isn’t giving up
VOLLEYBALL \ Saturday’s matches
West Branch 25-25, Mooney 20-10 BELOIT — Katie Sellaroli scored 10 points, with two aces and nine
Winning big can prove costly
In these tough economic times, more and more people are trying their luck at sweepstakes, contests,
Ham radio class
Ham radio class AUSTINTOWN — Area residents interested in becoming either amateur, or ham, radio
U.S. track shows mettle with gold medal finish
BEIJING (AP) — Sanya Richards clutched this medal, stared at it, smiled at it. A few feet away,
Brewers defeat Bucs
Brewers defeat Bucs Ryan Braun homered, doubled and drove in three runs, leading Jeff Suppan and
E-MAILING IT IN With work, kids, mom feels right at home
1And though her work sometimes keeps her up to the wee hours, she wouldn’t have it any other way.
Sword swallowers work on edge
The Cincinnati-area man said performances like the one he gave Saturday are a dying art.
BASEBALL
BASEBALL BB Rooners — has roster openings for players age 15-19. Call (330) 980-1713 or (330) 332-
Families of deployed troops face pressures
Worrying about families back home can affect a soldier and his unit, one official said.
Ohio man charged in Pa. hit-and-run case
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — A Lowellville man was charged in a hit-and-run accident at the intersection of
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly For the week ending Aug. 16 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Smoke Screen”
WATER GARDENING OBSESSION
Akron teen builds 3,000-gallon pond Kovarik’s interest was piqued when he visited a relative in
Rowan grown into QB
His first start will be against No. 2-ranked Ohio State 1111The Braceville native and LaBrae
Wednesday
Wednesday Gates open: 8 a.m. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Guided senior citizen shuttles available. 11-1
MERCER COUNTY Court action
These people were sentenced last week to jail or prison time or given probation in Mercer County
Warren Harding rallies past Shaker
SHAKER HEIGHTS — Trailing 9-7 at halftime, the Warren Harding High football team rallied for 17
‘Noises Off,’ cast, director succeed at daunting task
The farcical play-within-a- play will tickle your funny bone. “Dying is easy, comedy is hard.”
AARP 4545
AARP 4545 SBlt Elmer Haidle will preside when Boardman South Chapter 4545, AARP, meets at 11 a.m.
Schools see benefit in separating ninth-graders
There are more ninth-graders in U.S. high schools than any other class. SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Ninth
Chefs’ Secrets to be classy event at the MetroPlex
The Vindicator CLASSMATES: A pot of Red Pepper Soup will be prepared by, from left, Glenn Stevens
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one Chris Jennings of Austintown aced the No. 11 hole at Candywood Golf
Want a job in health care? Check out careers event
Want a job in health care? Check out careers event YOUNGSTOWN — Area residents interested in
Officials: U.S., Afghan attack leaves dozens dead
Officials: U.S., Afghan attack leaves dozens dead KABUL, Afghanistan — Scores of Afghan civilians
Book signing by local author
Book signing by local author NILES — Author Dennis Martin, a Canfield resident and retired Navy
Little scientists
Little scientists According to a recent survey conducted by Parents magazine, about one-third of
Mahoning county
Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
GAME TIME
Who: Scrappers vs. State College When: 6:05 p.m. today Where: Eastwood Field Promotions: It’s
Urge to eat ice can be a sign of anemia
Q. In 2001, I had a very strong urge to chew on ice. After reading in your column that this could be
AREA GOLF RESULTS
AREA GOLF RESULTS MEN Lowellville Mt. Carmel (Tanglewood) — Low gross: Brad Ables 35, Al
U. of Toledo to test solar panels
TOLEDO (AP) — NASA has given a $1.13 million grant to the University of Toledo to transform a vacant
Top 10
Top 10 Best rooftop bars Beach, W Hotel, San Diego Pavilion Bar & Cafe, Market Pavilion Hotel,
Game on for good cause at Centre
A hockey fundraiser for a former SteelHound is set this afternoon. YOUNGSTOWN — A big turnout
It’s all one county
Opinion: It’s all one county EDITOR: The Aug. 10 letter to the editor concerning the WRTA bus levy by
Denver offers history galore
While taking a break from the Democratic convention, visitors can learn lots about its residents,
Horse show planned for Canfield Fairgrounds
CANFIELD — The Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Futurity Show, approved by the American Quarter Horse
Hopkins hasn’t shown Mr. Hyde
The former middleweight champ has been (surprisingly) nice in comments about Kelly Pavlik. Will it
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Richard W. LaBooth Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
WTC steel becomes monument at Pa. site
SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Steel from the World Trade Center has been transformed into a cross and has
Valley leaders offer views on Biden as pickSFlb
Many pointed out that Biden’s experience, especially in foreign policy, is a plus for the ticket.
Today is Sunday, Aug. 24, the 237th day of 2008. There are 129 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Sunday, Aug. 24, the 237th day of 2008. There are 129 days left in the year. On this date
East Palestine to seek voter OK of road levy
EAST PALESTINE — In an effort to address residents’ concerns about road conditions, city council has
Relay for Life dinner Tuesday
Relay for Life dinner Tuesday YOUNGSTOWN — An all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner has been scheduled
Pats shrug off losses
They’re 0-3 in the exhibition season. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cause for concern or just a summer
Unusual silver serving pieces interest collectors
Silver asparagus servers shaped like asparagus, fish servers that resemble fishing nets, grape
‘First Love’
‘First Love’ Karina (Def Jam) Grade: A On “90’s Baby,” the opening track on the CD “First
Little love separates the Twins
The Twin Cities may be close to each other, but different experiences can be had in each.
Bio \Joe Biden
Name: Joseph Robinette Biden Age: 65 Birth date/location: Nov. 20, 1942, in Scranton, Pa.
FOOD STUFF \Unlimited choices available
The classes and chefs featured at the Chefs’ Secrets fund-raising event are as follows: Appetizers
Study: New York faces threat of major quake
The Indian Point nuclear power plant is at an intersection of faults. WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) — An
The model world Tales of triumph and humiliation Fashion models aren’t prized for their braininess — or their literary pursuits. But that hasn’t stopped this genetically blessed
“Sex, Love and Fashion” by Bruce Hulse, Harmony Books, $23.95 The hype: Tell-all memoir from one
Biden received call during root canal
Hillary Rodham Clinton was never seriously considered, two officials said. DENVER (AP) — Joe Biden
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
Public Pep rally
What: Public pep rally with middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik and Bernard Hopkins When: 1 p.m.
Tori Koch's goal lifts Fitch girls over Poland, 1-0
Senior Cory Coffey and junior John Buckley scored in Ursuline’s tie with Coventry. POLAND — With
Surgeons: Facial transplants succeed
Patients must take immune- suppressing drugs. LONDON (AP) — Transplanting faces may seem like
if you go
if you go Who: Corbin Bleu and “High School Musical” cast mate Vanessa Hudgens When: 8 p.m.
A bridge over troubled waters?
Opinion: As the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District launches a marketing campaign, it might want to consider
Education in smaller bites
Editorial: Education in smaller bites There is no pretending that the Youngstown City School District does
AROUND THE BEND
Scenic train ride conjures up nostalgia Travel the old-fashioned way is very slow. Even so, it’s
Author: Every room needs arrangements
Author: Every room needs arrangements Floral arrangements are the ultimate accessory for every
Corbin Bleu fans will get treat at fair
The actor and singer will perform some as-yet unreleased songs. Having become a tweener
Ohio playing a crucial role in GM Lordstown’s stablity
Editorial: Every governor of Ohio starting with James A. Rhodes in 1964 has committed the financial power of
‘Soul Calibur IV’
‘Soul Calibur IV’ (Bandai Namco) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 Genre: Fighting; Rating: T Grade:
Denver hosts convention
Denver hosts convention Denver may be hip, healthy and a Mile High, but it’s also had some
Roses store up brilliant displays
Many rose growers encourage a flush of intense flowering in autumn primarily by deadheading.
Tool incorporates many functions
Tool incorporates many functions The company that brought us the Phillips screwdriver has created
What’s happening on the grandstand
What’s happening on the grandstand Friday: World’s Largest Demolition Derby, 8 p.m.; tickets $9
INVISIBLE WOMAN
Dr. Qanta Ahmed shares her journey into heart of Islam in new book “In the Land of Invisible
Mariah, Miley, Beyonc join voices to fight cancer
Mariah, Miley, Beyonc join voices to fight cancer LOS ANGELES — What would it sound like if 15
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Kendall and Greenlee found something shocking in Annie’s secret post office box
PBS, Butler to celebrate Clyde Singer’s life, work
KENT — To the centennial birth year of Ohio painter Clyde Singer, PBS 45 49 will present “Clyde
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., 82 Ohltown Road. Bazetta Township trustees,
Current prices
Current prices Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Russo-Georgian conflict not simple
Opinion: The Vindicator’s inclusion of statements by Mikhail Gorbachev and Mikheil Saakashvili in last
TONGS: This strange, leggy frog is a pair of silver sugar tongs. It sold at Heritage Auctions in
TONGS: This strange, leggy frog is a pair of silver sugar tongs. It sold at Heritage Auctions in
It’s Hawaii vs. Mexico in finale of LLWS
A team from Hawaii won the title in 2005, the first of three straight for the U.S. SOUTH
Sunday's Best Bets on TV
Summer Olympics closing ceremony (7 p.m., NBC): The ratings have been in the stratosphere. The drama
Free admission for political posters art
Free admission for political posters art DENVER — The Denver Art Museum is getting ready for
Youngstown Film plans cinema series
Youngstown Film plans cinema series YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Film will begin a movie series this
information
information If you go DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION: Monday through Thursday at the Pepsi
Neither vulnerable. East deals.
Neither vulnerable. East deals. NORTH xVoid uK J 9 6 3 2 v10 wK J 10 9 6 3 WEST EAST
Garden tours planned at Toth residence
HUBBARD — The 12th annual tour of the gardens at the home of Rodney and Kay Toth, 5637 W. Liberty
ARMED FORCES DIGEST
VETERANS Invited to attend John Pariza, newly elected commander of Korean War Veterans
Former principal appeals dismissal
FARRELL, Pa. — The former principal at Farrell High School, fired in July, will appeal the dismissal
Pavlik roundup News and notes
Calzaghe fires back: Super middleweight champion Joe Calzaghe, who opted to fight Roy Jones Jr. this
Roses can divide flower growers
Hybridizers are making things even more appealing for many gardeners. NEW MARKET, Va. — If
Tragedy jars us back to reality
It’s always fun to debate sports, especially this time of the year, because football is such a
NFL Preseason
NFL Preseason Favorite Points Underdog Week Three INDIANAPOLIS 51‚Ñ2Buffalo Monday, August
Militants control key Somali port
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Islamic militants said Saturday they had seized control of Somalia’s
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 1st—Biggiejune (Gonzalez)27.8012.605.80 Hunterpunter
RESOURCES
RESOURCES Stay-at-home moms The Internet is teeming with sites for those looking to work from
Red-hot Brewers zoom past Pirates
Milwaukee moved 20 games over .500 for the first time since 1992. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Ryan Braun
ROUNDUP \ Other Saturday games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 5, White Sox 3 CHICAGO — Carlos Pena’s two-run single capped a four-run
WEEKEND RESULTS
WEEKEND RESULTS FOOTBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA East 26, Cle. South 6 Warren Harding 24,
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses James M. Beedle, 21, of 338 Ohio Ave., McDonald, and Lauren M.