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Indians win 10th straight behind Shoppach, Choo
DETROIT — Kelly Shoppach homered and drove in three runs and Shin-Soo Choo also went deep to lift
Scrappers rained out
NILES — Wednesday’s new York-Penn League game between the Mahoning Valley Scrappers and the Batavia
Report critical of Dann’s use of state planes, ODOT oversight
An inspector general’s report determined ex-Attorney General Marc Dann used state planes to fly to
Valley delegates describe Democratic National Convention
“Historic,” “overwhelming,” “unbelievable,” “exciting,” and “kind of fun.” Those are the words
Fans rally to support Pavlik, win tickets to Atlantic City bout
YOUNGSTOWN —Ryan and Kerry Forbes of Youngstown really, really wanted to win tickets to the Kelly
Subway robbed; sales receipts not deposited
YOUNGSTOWN — Just hours after the Subway sandwich shop on West Rayen Avenue on the North Side was
Sebring Fire Department gets Homeland Security grant
SEBRING — Sebring Fire Department has been awarded a grant for $62,073 from the U.S. Department of
Hillside Rehab Hospital not sold — for now
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital in Howland got a reprieve from the
Cubs sweep Pirates behind Marquis
PITTSBURGH — Jason Marquis shut down Pittsburgh’s batters, and the Chicago Cubs turned two well-
Pizza Hut delivery woman punched and robbed in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — A 28-year-old woman delivering Pizza Hut pizza to a house in the 700 block of East
Fire destroys South Side home
YOUNGSTOWN — The house at 851 Cameron Ave. on the South Side was engulfed in flames when
Charter school in Youngstown to close, didn’t meet state standards
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Elementary School, a charter school that is part of Summit Academy Community
Weapon revealed in fatal shooting of Columbiana woman
ELKRUN — The Columbiana County prosecutor said at least two shots were fired from a .22-caliber
Youngstown, Warren schools look to future programs to raise academic scores
YOUNGSTOWN — Administrators in two area school districts are looking to the future for a turnaround
Hubbard school board has special Thursday meeting
HUBBARD — Hubbard school board will have a meeting at 6:30 a.m. Thursday at the board room, 150 Hall
Photography club open
HOWLAND — Warren Photographic Society will host an open reception at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 at Cord Camera,
Pumpkin Fair on Oct. 11 open to vendors
YOUNGSTOWN — Vendors are invited to participate in an annual Pumpkin Fair scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3
Shepherd of the Valley resident is pitcher
NILES — Throwing out the first pitch at a Mahoning Valley Scrapper’s game on Aug. 23 at Eastwood
Genealogical Society officers assume duties
YOUNGSTOWN — Officers for 2008-2009 will assume their duties when Mahoning County Chapter of the
NOAS offers classes on adoption, foster care
WARREN — Northeast Ohio Adoption services invites area singles or couples to attend pre-placement
Quiz Night scheduled
WARREN — Holy Trinity School will host a Quiz Night at 7 p.m. Sept. 5 at St. Demetrios Community
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, has its kitchen open to the public
Columbiana committee raffle information
Columbiana committee raffle information COLUMBIANA — The Renovation, Restoration and
ANGELA SANTANGELO/RYAN JONES
ANGELA SANTANGELO RYAN JONES • NEW SPRINGFIELD — Ryan Jones and his bride, the former Angela
MICHELLE POPOVEC/KEITH EDENFIELD
MICHELLE POPOVEC KEITH EDENFIELD • POLAND — Michelle Popovec, a daughter of Ken and Renee
Parents announce Rickert-Marcum engagement
SBltThe engagement of Kate Rickert and Christopher Marcum is being announced by their parents, David
Miss Zalovcik, Mr. Williams set wedding date
SBlt YOUNGSTOWN — Michael Sr. and Deborah Zalovcik, 224 S. Hazelwood Ave., are announcing the
Stone to replace Smith as Columbiana County sheriff
LISBON — Perry Township Police Chief Ray Stone is to be named Columbiana County Sheriff after the
Youngstown, Warren school leaders mull poor state ranking
YOUNGSTOWN — Administrators in two area school districts are looking to the future for a turnaround
LOUIE TODAY: Wendy Webb; Cordray from Denver
The superintendent will discuss her proposal to revamp the district.
Hillary Clinton stirs up delegates
Delegates pledged to Clinton were still unsure how to proceed in today’s roll call. DENVER (AP) —
McCain says Obama’s views invite trouble
Obama will get his turn to present his side today. PHOENIX (AP) — Republican presidential
YSU’s seniors ready for OSU
Brad Samsa and Jarvis Richards are ready to lead the Penguins against the Buckeyes. YOUNGSTOWN
Penguins’ football schedule doesn’t soften beyond ’08
Some prior opponents are back, such as Austin Peay and Northeastern, while Pittsburgh is the 2009
Deal would cut gas-rate increase
The important issue not resolved is the structure of Dominion’s rates that residential customers
Howland, Lakeview fete top education ranking
Schools plan to keep up the report-card efforts using effective programming. CORTLAND —
Hopkins’ nasty side expected to come out today
Bernard Hopkins and Kelly Pavlik will appear at a pep rally to promote their fight YOUNGSTOWN
Value of goods totals $15M-$20M in raid at Weathersfield warehouse
The warehouse raid appears to be the largest of its kind in Ohio history. NILES — Two men
Prep Volleyball Roundup
Struthers 25-25-25, Campbell 6-10-10 CAMPBELL — For Struthers, Amy West had 12 points and 12
Group wants to stop Hillside sale
Forum trustees were to discuss the possible sale of Hillside. WARREN — Members of the
Late-comer Fedroff gives Scrappers offensive punch
Mahoning Valley (28-37) entered the game with a 19-0 mark when leading an opponent after the eighth
McCain and Obama deadlocked in Ohio
Poll results show the presidential race is a toss-up in key swing states. COLUMBUS — U.S. Sen.
Today’s speakers
Today’s speakers Some of the speakers expected to address the convention today: SEN. JOE BIDEN:
Ursuline’s Clark to start in Penn State’s opener
Coach Paterno picked Clark to start at quarterback in Saturday’s debut. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) —
NFL Preseason
NFL Preseason Favorite Points Underdog Thursday, August 28th. Week Four PHILADELPHIA 3NY
Tuesday’s Results
Tuesday’s Results boys golf ursuline 157, mooney 167, Warren JFk 172, Warren Harding 183 (At
Ohio man sent 200 hate letters
Tuason said his emotions were triggered by people he’d see in the media. CLEVELAND (AP) — A man
No. 1 Ivanovic avoids upset
NEW YORK (AP) — Ana Ivanovic raised her racket, ready for an easy overhead slam in what was shaping
Anderson is back after concussion
The quarterback appeared in his first practice since a concussion Aug. 18. BEREA — Browns starting
Cleveland ranks No. 2 in poverty in big cities
Youngstown’s poverty rate was estimated to be higher than Cleveland’s. CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland
Scholarship plan stirs debate
Leasing the city sewage system would generate money for scholarships in Akron. AKRON (AP) — Some
Lee pitches 19th victory, Indians’ streak reaches 9
DETROIT (AP) — Cliff Lee got his American League-leading 19th win and Ben Francisco hit two home
Electronic failure delays flights
Officials were able to speak to pilots on planes on the ground and in the air. ATLANTA (AP) — An
Speech to be carried live at Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — People can watch Barack Obama’s acceptance speech live under the stars Thursday evening
MLB ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LERAGUE Blue Jays 6, Rays 2 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Roy Halladay beat Tampa Bay for the
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Bengals: Quarterback Carson Palmer will skip Cincinnati’s last preseason game, resting his broken
Police dog aids in capture
Helo tracked the suspect over hill and dale. YOUNGSTOWN — Jamal D. Wingo surrendered to police
Fitch, Ursuline boys tie; Liberty’s Britton scores
Rashida Strozier had a goal and an assist in Youngstown Christian’s tie with the Leopard girls.
Warren plans cost-saving measures
The city is hoping to combine office supply purchases with the school board. WARREN — The budget
Former Rayen teacher is picked to be new dean at Chaney High
The new dean is looking to build ‘a sense of community within the school.’ YOUNGSTOWN — City
BASEBALL
BASEBALL BB Rooners — has roster openings for players age 15-19. Call (330) 980-1713 or (330) 332-
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John C. Stebbins, 59, of 7006 Glenwood Ave., Boardman, and
Collapse leads to Pirates’ loss against searing Cubs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Geovany Soto drove in seven runs and the Chicago Cubs overcame Alfonso Soriano’s
Campbell man found dead in house fire
CAMPBELL — Richard Sikora, 41, of 469 Robinson Road, was found dead in the upstairs of his Cape Cod-
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 27, the 240th day of 2008. There are 126 days left in the year. On this
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 27, the 240th day of 2008. There are 126 days left in the year. On this
Savor the flavor of homemade vanilla extract
Dear Heloise: Many years ago, you published a recipe for vanilla extract. I seem to recall that it
Dr. Dre’s son dies at 20
Dr. Dre’s son dies at 20 LOS ANGELES — Dr. Dre’s 20-year-old son has died, the rapper’s publicist
‘Galactica’ franchise steams ahead
Producers think ratings are irrelevant; most fans have atypical viewing habits. NEW YORK —
It’s the most wonderful time of the year hereabouts
Editorial: It’s the most wonderful time of the year hereabouts Mahoning County is rich with traditions and
“The work begins anew. The hope rises again. And the dream lives on.”
Opinion: “The work begins anew. The hope rises again. And the dream lives on.” Sen. Edward M. Kennedy
Biden’s toughest opponent will be Biden
Opinion: DENVER — In selecting Sen. Joseph Biden as his running mate, Barack Obama gains some needed foreign
Lawrence County creates fund for abused animals
The fund might also eventually pay for a humane officer, the county treasurer said. NEW CASTLE,
McCain’s take on Russia is reckless
Opinion: “We are all Georgians now,” John McCain said in response to Russia’s invasion of the former Soviet
Both vulnerable. North deals.
Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xQ 4 2 uA K 8 7 vJ 10 7 6 wK 9 WEST EAST xA K 10 8
Wednesday's Best Bets on TV
“Mythbusters” (9 p.m., Discovery Channel): The “Mythbusters” tackle a question that has tantalized
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Bazetta Township trustees, special meeting, 8:30 a.m., township administration
Egyptian septuplets’ birth fuels debate about fertility treatment
ALEXANDRIA, Egypt (AP) — The 27-year-old woman and her husband already had three children — all
A fiscal crisis is on its way
A fiscal crisis is on its way Miami Herald: Think of the movie “I.O.U.S.A.,” which opened last
PAVLIK PEP RALLY \Today
PAVLIK PEP RALLY \Today What: Public pep rally with middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik and Bernard
UApples (mid-August)
UApples (mid-August) ULima Beans UPole Beans UBeets UBlackberries UBlueberries UCabbage
Restaurants in downtown Youngstown are going through some changes.
Restaurants in downtown Youngstown are going through some changes. Martini’s Downtown, 100 E.
Petroleum gives Putin the power
Opinion: Perhaps money can’t buy love, but it can certainly purchase power. So as oil prices have been
Ah, corn, beautiful corn
These are the months we look forward to husking, preparing and savoring the wonderful flavor and
War-on-terror thriller has ‘hiss-able’ villain
Parallel tales don’t balance to keep suspense rolling. “Traitor” is a solid, gripping, only
Consumers should support crackdown on credit abuses
Opinion: Consumers should support crackdown on credit abuses EDITOR: As residents and consumers in the
‘TRAITOR’
‘TRAITOR’ Grade: B Director: Jeffrey Nachmanoff Running time: 1 hour, 53 minutes Rating: PG-
Pakistan faces an uncertain future
Opinion: Pakistan’s President Pervez Musharraf, the longtime military dictator who resigned last week, was an
AT THE TOP
AT THE TOP Excellent with distinction Ohio Department of Education school report cards for 2007-
Files untangle Fla. mom’ tales
Casey Anthony tried to give her missing 3-year-old daughter up for adoption before she was born, but
Florida to escape Hurricane Gustav’s path
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Hurricane Gustav was predicted to remain well to the south of Florida as it
YSU FOOTBALL 2009 schedule
Sept. 5 — at Pittsburgh Sept. 12 — Austin Peay Sept. 19 — at Northeastern Sept. 26 — at
Diesel fuel prices fall, keeping truckers competitive with rails
NEW YORK (AP) — With the price of diesel down for the sixth straight week, truckers may breathe a
Wheel of fortune being played out by Rooneys
There is the desire of some of the brothers to sell to avoid costly future inheritance taxes. NEW
Notebook: Scrappers vs. Muckdogs
Tribute Night: The Scrappers celebrated Negro League Tribute night Tuesday. The team wore various
Federal Reserve auctions $75B in loans to aid banks
In the past year, the central bank has taken a number of unconventional steps. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Options vary for police changes
The head of the ranking officers union wants all plain-clothed patrol officers reassigned.
On the fairways This week’s pro golf events
PGA TOUR Deutsche Bank Championship Norton, Mass. Schedule: Friday-Monday Course: TPC Boston
MLB ready for replay
MLB ready for replay Instant replay will be used on home runs and fan interference in major-league
School shopping also is a lesson
Even young children can benefit from money-handing discussions. NEW YORK (AP) — When Diamond Emory
Umpires can check the videos of HR calls
NEW YORK (AP) — Replay ball! Umpires will be allowed to check video on home run calls starting
162nd canfield fair |What’s happening
today Gates open: 8 a.m. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Guided senior citizen shuttles available. 11-1 p.m.:
McCain’s wife, Cindy, visits Georgian refugee centers
TBILISI, Georgia (AP) — Republican John McCain’s wife visited centers where Georgian refugees from
Ford makes plans to retool three plants
WAYNE, Mich. (AP) — Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday it will spend $75 million to retool part of its
Trumbull officials adopt polling gear procedure
Six workers will now deliver the machines and equipment one week before an election. WARREN —
Man will take lie detector test
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man charged with 12 counts of raping a juvenile female relative will take a
Pryor is buzz of OSU squad
“We had to show him a little bit that this is a different level and everybody starts from the
Local Sports Digest
area Records established COLUMBIANA — Sam Deskin set a boys course record of 16 minutes, 45.1
It’s back to the meal-making grind as students return to classrooms
McClatchy Tribune SMART CHOICE: This year, it’s not just less-flexible schedules and fuller
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Aug. 22 Vandalism: A worker with Cinema South
GAME TIME \Scrappers
Who: Scrappers vs. Batavia Muckdogs When: 7:05 p.m. today Where: Eastwood Field Promotions:
Sewage for scholars |Addressing a brain drain
A look at Akron’s proposal to lease its city-owned sewage system to a private contractor: Plan
Chamber to honor 3 for advancing Valley’s economy
Debra D’Alesio is the chamber’s Business Professional of the Year. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
IT’S FAIR TIME
Workers set up rides, concessions for another stint This year, 110 amusement rides are at the
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 4, Chicago White Sox 3, 14 innings, comp. of susp. game
Produce makes for fair display
Local farmers buff produce in preparation for the Canfield Fair. GREENFORD — The owners of
Not-so-happy hour: Martini’s to close
The owner ran the business for more than eight years. YOUNGSTOWN — The owner of a downtown
Consumer confidence jumps up
The consumer confidence index had the largest gain since August 2006. NEW YORK (AP) — Americans
GAME TIME YSU vs. Ohio State
When: Noon Saturday Site: Ohio Stadium, Columbus Radio: YSU — (WKBN-AM 570); Ohio State — (WNIO-
Enhanced 911 service set to begin Sept. 11
The second part of the county’s program hasn’t been completed. LISBON — Five years after
Rover leaves crater after year’s probe
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — The plucky Mars rover Opportunity is driving out of a giant crater nearly a
Number who were uninsured dropped
The number of people covered by government programs rose to 83 million. The number of people
Another Cold War unlikely, Russian ambassador says
Another Cold War unlikely, Russian ambassador says UNITED NATIONS — Russia’s U.N. ambassador said
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
Why is Dad so against sorority involvement?
Dear Annie: I just started my sophomore year in college and plan on going through sorority
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