News for July 13, 2008 | Vindy Archives

Scrappers win in rout, split with Hudson Valley

NILES — Jeremie Tice had three hits, including his second home run of the season, and the Mahoning

Fellows Riverside Gardens becomes wedding central at bridal fair

YOUNGSTOWN — A bouquet of vendors was tossed into the arms of blushing brides-to-be and other

SteelHounds won’t join IHL for 2008-09 season

YOUNGSTOWN — As the Oakland Athletics’ designated baserunner in 1974, Herb Washington put his

Valley bikers ride in the rain to honor Hartzell, other fallen officers

YOUNGSTOWN — Bikers always support bikers. No matter what the cause, bikers say they always

Indians complete four-game sweep of Rays, 5-2

CLEVELAND — The Tampa Bay Rays lost their seventh straight game Sunday, sending baseball’s feel-good

Miles’ 5 RBIs lead Cardinals past Pirates 11-6

PITTSBURGH — Aaron Miles drove in five runs with a home run and a triple and the St. Louis Cardinals

IHL moves on minus SteelHounds

YOUNGSTOWN — The president of the International Hockey League says the Youngstown SteelHounds will

ON Angels’ Wing charity bike run postponed till Sept. 7

EAST PALESTINE -- The Charity Bike Run to benefit On Angels’ Wings that was scheduled for today was

Needle’s Eye camp in Brookfield to teach youth R-E-S-P-E-C-T

YOUNGSTOWN — “It’s a cultural experience and a vacation” is how Irma Davis, director of the Needle’s

Teen Straight Talk in the Valley promotes sexual abstinence

VIENNA — Teen Straight Talk representatives can sum up their mission in one word: Abstinence.

Thousands expected at Salem parade, craft show Saturday

SALEM — Antiques, floats and eclectic music are expected to draw about 13,000 people Saturday. The

A Ray of hope: Tribe wins, again

progressive field All-Star Grady Sizemore hit his AL-leading 23rd homer for the Indians, who have

Wolves hand Thunder 11th loss

The Thunder fell behind, 26-0, after the first quarter and faltered, 53-27. MANCHESTER, N.H. —

Black church in Youngstown gets state historical marker

YOUNGSTOWN — History provides the motivation that propels a community forward, strengthening

» Attached: Photo

Pirates rally past Cardinals in 10th

Jason Michaels hit a two-run homer in the 10th — the team’s third big home run. PITTSBURGH (AP) —

Junior golfers’ tourney is billed

Ninety-nine players will compete in the annual American Junior Golf Association Tournament this week

Faithful shoppers lament loss of city grocery store

Giant Eagle customers were sad as they left the store for the final time. YOUNGSTOWN — For

» Attached: Photo

Linking Series to All-Star Game losing support

Many players feel that home-field advantage should go to the best team. NEW YORK (AP) — A few

YPD probe focuses on early exits

Three police reports, including a stabbing, are being reviewed. YOUNGSTOWN — Concern that the

» Attached: Photo

Falcons, Simon, Livi win openers

Dave Sugar Excavating lost its debut in the Ohio State Connie Mack Tournament. STRUTHERS — Livi

D’Orazio throws Soul into Arena Bowl

Philadelphia routed the Gladiators, 70-35, to advance to Arena Bowl XXII in New Orleans on July 27.

Medieval arts live on at festival on Wick Avenue

Thousands turn out for a celebration of the arts. YOUNGSTOWN — Some local residents who love

» Attached: Photo

Rabbit lovers abound at Trumbull Co. Fair

The event gives rabbit lovers an outlet for their hobby. BAZETTA — At the Trumbull County

» Attached: Video

Former students think of old times

One visitor to the campus recalled a time when classes were held in military barracks.

Local reservists to Iraq

Local reservists to Iraq VIENNA — Thirteen local Air Force reservists were deployed to Iraq on

Illegal racing on I-71 prompts crackdown

State troopers arrested nine drivers. COLUMBUS — After midnight, the pack of drivers would

Salvation Army seeking funds to send at-risk youths to camp

YOUNGSTOWN – The Newton Falls branch of the Salvation Army is looking for “Angels” to help sponsor

JULY

JULY TODAY— 18th annual “Doc” Candella Amateur Tournament at Candywood Golf Course in Vienna, with

VETERANS

VETERANS Valley standdown YOUNGSTOWN — The first All-Veterans Mahoning Valley Standdown is Aug.

At Supreme Court, change is in the wind with next election

Some justices find it difficult to retire from the bench, one court watcher said. WASHINGTON (AP)

Mr. and Mrs. Koch plan to celebrate 60th anniversary

X NEW WATERFORD — Mr. and Mrs. Charles Koch of New Waterford observed their 60th wedding anniversary

Costs for a typical boater for a day on the water:

Costs for a typical boater for a day on the water: kFuel: $4.50 a gallon. kWatercrafts can cost

HOBBIES FEEL THE PINCH

Economic decline leaves less money for fun activities YOUNGSTOWN — Whether hobbyists prefer

» Attached: Photo

Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:

Here are some average costs to play golf at public and private courses throughout the Mahoing

Last chance for fair

Last chance for fair kThe Trumbull County Fair ends its weeklong run today with a concert by

Rising in defense of a fellow officer on the Youngstown Police Department

Opinion: EDITOR: These last few weeks have been so disturbing on so many levels it is difficult to know

‘Jeanuis’

‘Jeanuis’ Jean Grae, “Jeanius” (Blacksmith Records/ Warner Bros.) For most indie-rap diehards,

Brother dishes about Madonna

‘Madonna’s true love is herself,’ Ciccone says in memoir “Life With My Sister Madonna” by

MONDAY

MONDAY X LB Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at the home of Rose

Old sport prints on fabrics can be a very rare buy

How old is Grandpa’s unusual silk “pillowcase” decorated with a picture of a baseball team?

BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly

BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Fearless Fourteen” by Janet Evanovich (St.

‘Generation Kill’ miniseries begins

Expect a lot of chatty trash-talking in the miniseries. HBO is kicking off the beginning of

CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,

IN THE CUP! Area Holes In One

Ed Patalski of Pittsburgh aced the No. 12 hole at Pine Lakes Golf Course in Hubbard. He used a

‘Mowathon’ to tackle overgrown lawns

LIMA, Ohio (AP) — A businesswoman is organizing a mowing marathon in her Ohio neighborhood, where

Friday’s Games

Friday’s Games American League Baltimore 7, Boston 3 Minnesota 3, Detroit 2 Cleveland 5,

Kosek anniversary celebrated during vacation trip

X STRUTHERS — During a vacation trip to Hilton Head, S.C., Mr. and Mrs. Rich Kosek, of Henry Drive,

Opera rings in the hills of Colorado

Colorado’s opera houses are reminders of its pioneer past with modern performances. CENTRAL CITY,

COURTS

COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Vincent B. Hahn, 41, of 64 Woodglen Ave., Niles, and

area

area Poland wins opener in state tournament KENTON — The Poland 12-year-old team took full

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Parilla Jr. to mark 40th wedding anniversary

X BOARDMAN — Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Parilla Jr., 38 Banbury Drive, will be celebrating their 40th

Local Artists

Local Artists Mahoning Valley artists featured in the Butler’s 72nd National Midyear: Red Door

Cavendish rides to another win with rainy end

Britain’s Mark Cavendish won the eighth bicycle stage in a rain-soaked finish. TOULOUSE, France

Fresh from the farm The 2008 agriguide

The Villa Maria Farmin Villa Maria, Pa. donates between 65 percent and 70 percent of its produce to

Today is Sunday, July 13, the 195th day of 2008. There are 171 days left in the year. On this date

‘Give Autism the Boot,’ Rich Center encourages

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay If the boot fits: Helping with the Rich Center for Autism’s “Give

55-plus liberty

55-plus liberty X An annual catered picnic has been scheduled by Liberty 55-Plus Seniors for 11:30

bunk beds Safety issues

It’s 3 a.m. Do you know whether your child is safe on his bunk bed? The American Home Furnishings

Historical society sets Victorian weekend

Historical society sets Victorian weekend MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County Historical Society, 119 S.

For Kinnicks’ 50th, they are honored at a dinner party

X AUSTINTOWN — George J. and Mary Alyce Kinnick, 3432 Black Oak Court, celebrated their 50th wedding

Perry leaps into 3-way tie at Deere

He’s seeking his third victory in five tournaments. SILVIS, Ill. (AP) — Kenny Perry finished with

Duluth praised as spot for overnight getaways

Duluth praised as spot for overnight getaways DES MOINES, Iowa — If you live in the Midwest and

PILLOW: The future owner of the Washington Senators was just the batboy when this 1924 souvenir

Brothers & Sisters

Journalist Marie Brenner recounts the struggle to reconnect with her estranged older brother

When you’re on tour for Warped, life’s good

Similar to an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet that also serves Mexican cuisine, sushi rolls and

MLB ROUNDUP Saturday’s other games

American League Yankees 9, Blue Jays 4 TORONTO — On the day Alex Rodriguez passed Mickey Mantle

Cleveland rocked

Cleveland rocked The Cleveland Gladiators’ dream season came to screeching halt, as they lost an

50th anniversary celebration for the Pompeos

X POLAND — A party honoring Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pompeo, 6627 Katahdin Drive, on the occasion of

Taste of San Francisco

Taste of San Francisco The San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau has launched a new micro-Web

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: Glengarry Glen Ross Where: The Youngstown Playhouse off Glenwood Avenue When:

Enjoy the Great Lakes

Enjoy the Great Lakes Come one, come all, ye merry lords and ladies! ’Tis time once again for the

Even beginners can’t kill these plants

Well, these hardy survivors are tough to kill, which makes growing them easy. “You think I’d

information

information If you go Central City Opera: 124 Eureka St., Central City, Colo.,

Insight to China imbues ‘The Last Days of Old Beijing’

“The Last Days of Old Beijing” by Michael Meyer ( Walker Company, $25.99) Michael Meyer’s “The

Profanity plays a big role

The show has an ‘R’ rating for strong language. In a recent issue of Entertainment Weekly, the

OLDE-FASHIONED FUN

Medieval faire takes visitors back in time Enjoy jousting matches and turkey legs, lutes and

Are tiny particles safe in sunscreens?

Q. You have written columns suggesting use of sunscreens with microparticles of zinc or titanium. I

Don’t be a raisin out in the sun

Gardeners have a greater risk of skin cancer. Perhaps it’s fitting that a food product — the

Green Bay is hanging on to Favre

But the Packers are committed to Aaron Rodgers as the starter. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The

Top 10

Top 10 Best new restaurants of the year From Food Wine magazine’s 2008 lists (in alphabetical

Keep bread from being crushed in bamboo bags

Keep bread from being crushed in bamboo bags Whether you’ve moved away from conventional grocery

Baseball world is not the same so far this year

For example, no team has picked up Barry Bonds, who still is waiting for a big offer NEW YORK (AP)

North-South vulnerable. North deals.

North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x9 8 7 3 uJ 2 vA K 6 wQ 7 5 3 WEST EAST xK

Simcoxes’ 50th to be celebrated with party, trip

X NEW SPRINGFIELD — John and Sarah Simcox of New Springfield are celebrating their 50th wedding

“Big Brother” (8 p.m., CBS): It’s hard to believe, but “Big Brother”

“Big Brother” (8 p.m., CBS): It’s hard to believe, but “Big Brother” is kicking off its 10th cycle.

Looking back over 60 years in the USA

Opinion: It was 60 years ago, July 13, 1948, when I arrived in New York, on a boat from the “old country.” I

Fond memories: YSU then and now

Opinion: I went to Fort on the Fifty at Stambaugh Stadium last night to help celebrate Youngstown State

Miscues and oversights help assure that justice is blind

Editorial: Miscues and oversights help assure that justice is blind Something is wrong with the

Reception honors the Simones for 50th anniversary

X NEW MIDDLETOWN — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Paul T. Simone Sr. of New Middletown

Mahoning county

Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations

Alaska’s peak is worth chasing

The mountain is elusive to visitors partly because of the location of the range. TALKEETNA, Alaska

Robots at Carnegie

Robots at Carnegie PITTSBURGH – A robotic rover designed to explore the surface of the moon. An

CHERISH THE TIME

Sundials cast beautiful garden shadows Sundials range from a stick in the ground to elaborate

Hagglers who play cards right get a deal

In a struggling economy in which Internet searches for coupons have reached an all-time high and

Budays and family celebrate 50th with Mass, dinner

X BOARDMAN — John and Rosalie Buday of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary recently

ACS tournament finds fair ways to raise funds

Special to The Vindicator TEAMWORK: Helping to organize the 32 golf teams participating in the

Sun protection

Sun protection Alphabet soup Do letters like UPF and UV sound like alphabet soup? Here’s a

Creamer’s lead down to 4

Uen-Hee Ji needs to make up four strokes in the LPGA Farr Classic. SYLVANIA, Ohio (AP) — Paula

Butler offers wide variety at midyear

The Butler’s 72nd National Midyear exhibition opens today. YOUNGSTOWN — Browsing the Butler’s

Long-term planning forum in Boardman

Long-term planning forum in Boardman BOARDMAN — A forum targeting long-term planning for Ohioans

Lennon lyrics are sold at auction for $833,654

Lennon lyrics are sold at auction for $833,654 LONDON — Christie’s auction house has sold John

HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY John D. Francosky

Born: July 9, 1908, in Youngstown, one of 10 children born to Mana (Mary) and Daniel Francosky.

He blames friends for helping his wife to cheat on him

Dear Annie: My wife, “Michelle,” has been having an affair and I have filed for divorce. Our

Forum to offer answers about long-term care

BOARDMAN — A forum targeting long-term-care planning for Ohioans will be conducted from 5 to 7 p.m.

Baseball

Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog National League WASHINGTONEven-6Houston

Bicycle tour to benefit greenway

Riders can see wildlife and plant life. CHAMPION — The World of Wildlife Bicycle Tour 2008 will

Tuition to increase at Penn State, Pitt in fall

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Tuition is going up again at Penn State. University trustees on Friday

Note to council, mayor

Opinion: Note to council, mayor EDITOR: I’m a life-long resident of Youngstown, currently living on the

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE |Today

Here’s what’s on tap today in and around Youngstown State University for the Summer Festival of the

Lawrence Co. offers only the best

Here’s your guide to fresh taste. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Making a cherry pie isn’t that exciting

» Attached: Photo Video

Cancer kills former Bush press leader

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tony Snow, a conservative writer and commentator who cheerfully sparred with

Housing Help Center will assist homeowners with mortgage woes

The counseling is free. WARREN — In response to the ongoing housing crisis, the nonprofit Consumer

Swedish firefighters red-faced after thief steals their uniforms

STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — When three Swedish firefighters raced to their firetruck, it wasn’t because

School bookkeeper accused of stealing

MOON, Pa. (AP) — A bookkeeper with the Moon Area School District is being accused of stealing nearly

PH.D.

PH.D. Clinical psychology Erica Gresko, daughter of Edward and Joan Gresko of Canfield, has

» Attached: Photo

Attack kills 2 policemen in northern Iraqi city

Attack kills 2 policemen in northern Iraqi city BAGHDAD — Iraqi police say gunmen have killed two

The least a drag racer can expect to spend:

The least a drag racer can expect to spend: kCost for one racer of a dragster to race for one day:

Famous heart surgeon dies

Michael E. DeBakey, 99, the father of modern cardiovascular surgery, who invented scores of medical

TRUMBULL CO. FAIR Schedule

Events slated today for the final day of the 162nd Trumbull County Fair. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: 4-H

Pavlik roundup \ News and notes

Web update: A revamped version of Kelly Pavlik’s Web site, www.teampavlik.com, is expected to launch

N. Korea agrees to disable reactor

The U.S. and four other countries will resume fuel deliveries to Pyongyang. BEIJING (AP) — North

AREA GOLF RESULTS

AREA GOLF RESULTS MEN Lowellville Mt. Carmel (Tanglewood) — Low gross: Dan Bokesch, Al Cervello,

idential race with many c———

idential race with many c——— Syria and Lebanon will open embassies in each other’s countries,

Dann pays $139 for speeding, avoids court

CUYAHOGA FALLS — Former Attorney General Marc Dann avoided appearing in court Friday afternoon by

» Attached: Photo

Firefighters make progress in Calif.

PARADISE, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters “turned the corner” Saturday on a wildfire that destroyed part

thISTLEDOWN results

thISTLEDOWN results Saturday 2nd—Luna Mundial (Mailhot)4.402.602.10 Nay’s Cruiser

TODAY

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call

MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS

MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today — Hudson Valley, 6:05 p.m. Monday — Hudson Valley, 7:05 p.m.

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., council chambers, 2538 Grandview Road. New

Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Dena Lynn McCollough The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is

NAACP convention showcases change in race relations

The convention is expected to boost the city’s economy by $4 million to $5 million. CINCINNATI

united states supreme court Justices

The members of the Supreme Court, by age: John Paul Stevens, 88 Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 75

Language, cultural disputes threaten unity of Belgium

The country is facing a constitutional crisis. MEISE, Belgium (AP) — At the National Botanical

Vindy.com for July 13, 2008

Featured Stories

Stories published July 13, 2008

Photos