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Coaches huddle mixes in serious themes
WARREN — Mixed in with the good-natured banter usually heard when football coaches gather, two more
Scrappers split with Jamestown
NILES — Robert Phelps had two hits and two RBIs, leading the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to a 9-2
Steelers sign Sweed, all picks in training camp
LATROBE, Pa. — Pittsburgh rookie wide receiver Limas Sweed signed a four-year contract Sunday,
Twins score twice in 9th, rally past Indians 4-2
CLEVELAND — Justin Morneau sparked a two-run, ninth-inning rally with an RBI double and the
Hairston’s home run helps Padres beat Pirates 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Peavy struck out 10 in seven strong innings and Scott Hairston hit a go-ahead
Soccer teams hope to be first to use Poland football field’s new turf
POLAND — The first sport to be played on Poland’s newly turfed football field is called football,
U.S.Parachute Team trains at Unity Township facility
EAST PALESTINE — Members of the United States Parachute Team cite various reasons for taking up the
Organization asks Valley communities to go green
YOUNGSTOWN — It’s not just about the environment, it’s about saving money. That’s the theme
Valley hip-hop artist’s message: Support the troops
YOUNGSTOWN — You don’t have to support the war in Iraq to support the soldiers fighting. That’s the
Ohioans with disabilities can now work without losing benefits
YOUNGSTOWN — A new program is letting disabled Ohioans work without worrying about losing their
Family of missing child has Valley ties
The mother is suspected; the grandmother believes in her innocence. The grandparents of a 2
Youngstown Foundation announces recent grants
The foundation has experienced an increase in contributions this year. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Rock the Arts makes a splash
The festival rocked in the rain and sun. YOUNGSTOWN — Through torrents of rain, a band kept
Local event benefits epilepsy research
Officials are optimistic they’ll top last year’s collection of more than $10,000 in donations.
Online stores offering tailor-made services
For the retail industry, online shopping is a growing segment. SAN JOSE, Calif. — Online
At the risk of being berated by some ...
Opinion: Let us stipulate that Marc Dann, Leo Jennings III and Anthony Gutierrez are pond scum. Let us also
VALLEY GOES GLOBAL
In today’s economy, manufacturing success often is tied to exporting. Ron Granato, who runs
Wind power gains momentum
The national wind market has become the fastest-growing in the world. PHILADELPHIA — The year
Toledo’s Cook leads Senior British Open
Bruce Vaughan fell apart to give the Ohioan his chance to move in front. TROON, Scotland (AP) —
Review: TextBuyIt is fun, but limited
NEW YORK (AP) — TextBuyIt, a recently launched shop-by-cell phone service from Amazon.com Inc.,
UNAFFORDABLE LUXURY?
Many likely to remain priced out of housing market Affordability is still the top challenge in
Sugarland explores ‘Love on the Inside’
The album explores love’s ‘three-dimensional nature.’ NASHVILLE, Tenn. — After Sugarland’s
TOP 10
TOP 10 Top small cities and towns arts destinations Based on a poll of readers of AmericanStyle
Mahoning county
Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Eastwood Field — is where the Northeast Ohio Camp will be from Monday-Thursday. Camp is
Upgrades make big difference at fair
Show horses can take a shower for the first time at the fair. LISBON — Improvements at the
Here today, gone tomorrow
Opinion: WASHINGTON — One of Washington’s odder practices, redolent of the Third World and its autocratic
Liquid soap fails to scare off ticks
Q.My brother-in-law sent me an e-mail about how to remove ticks. It was attributed to a school nurse
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo Fifty years ago: July 1958 was a rainy month throughout the Mahoning and
Struggles arise for county fairs
Fairs see attendance falling. CINCINNATI (AP) — Summer fairs in some of Ohio’s bigger counties are
information
information If you go Schedule for 2008: The train leaves Cumberland, Md., at 11:30 a.m.
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Wells Fargo Bank v. William Shonce, foreclosure. Bank of New
MELISSA MCGIVERN ANTHONY DONNADIO
MELISSA MCGIVERN ANTHONY DONNADIO X LAS VEGAS — Melissa McGivern and Anthony Donnadio, both of
‘Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution’
‘Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution’ (2K Games) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, DS Genre:
Word 2007 can create problems
Q.I have Windows Vista home edition. I have a couple of documents I have created in Word 2007 (a
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Richard J. Labooth Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
For best drinks, check list
For best drinks, check list GQ magazine’s August issue tells you where to find the best drinks in
Popular for fishing
Popular for fishing Pymatuning Lake in Andover, Ohio, has the reputation of being one of the best
Boardman trustees insult voters with closed meetings
Editorial: Boardman trustees insult voters with closed meetings Once again, Boardman trustees have found
TEA SERVICE: This Chinese Export silver tea service was made in Hong Kong by Wang Hing. The kettle
TEA SERVICE: This Chinese Export silver tea service was made in Hong Kong by Wang Hing. The kettle
Ads for Olympics push global, unified themes
Many ad campaigns do not mention host country China. MILWAUKEE — Some ads preach unity and
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., 82 Ohltown Road. Coitsville Township Zoning
STEELERS CAMP Here we go
What’s in Latrobe: The Steelers will hold morning and afternoon practices throughout training camp.
Poland Rotary invites area golfers to chip in
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis JUST FORE FUN: Members of the Poland Rotary Golf Outing Committee
His relatives move in, crowding girlfriend
Dear Annie: I live with my boyfriend, “Mike,” in a very small apartment. Last month, his mother and
New exhibits on display at Danklef Hill Gallery
New exhibits on display at Danklef Hill Gallery SALEM — The Danklef Hill Gallery’s current art
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Can Columbus save the music?
COLUMBUS — Sentiment these days surrounding the 57-year-old Columbus Symphony Orchestra is not so
Here we go
Here we go The Pittsburgh Steelers have issues — lots of issues — to address when training camp
FORECLOSURE DATA
FORECLOSURE DATA Ohio, national Ohio foreclosure activity in the second quarter (April-June):
OVI TASK FORCE Enforcement results
Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force arrested five impaired drivers at a sobriety
Today is Sunday, July 27, the 209th day of 2008. There are 157 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Sunday, July 27, the 209th day of 2008. There are 157 days left in the year. On this date
“Mythbusters” (9 p.m., Discovery Channel): The summer programming tradition known as
“Mythbusters” (9 p.m., Discovery Channel): The summer programming tradition known as Shark Week
Friday’s late results
Friday’s late results At McMenamy’s Banquet Center Brandon Vega (Cleveland) won by decision over
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN First believing that Annie had an affair, Ryan was stunned to learn that his
lindsay granger logan hanna
lindsay granger logan hanna X BOARDMAN — Bridge of Hope Church was the setting June 7 for the
columbus symphony
columbus symphony At a glance The Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s contract dispute with its
Steelers hitting Latrobe with positions at stake
Coach Mike Tomlin has changed his approach for training camp’s length. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike
Popular online message board helps spot high-quality counterfeit purses
Many buyers unknowingly spend hundreds on shoddy fake purses bought on the Internet. NEW YORK —
KELLY LONG JONATHAN MARAFIOTE
KELLY LONG JONATHAN MARAFIOTE X SHARON, Pa. — The marriage of Kelly Long and Jonathan Marafiote,
Area residents will be heard on gas rates
Opinion: Today’s economy is challenging for Ohio’s residential consumers. The prices of many products and
CABA World Series At a glance
Teams and schedule for the Continental Amateur Baseball Association (CABA) 18 U aluminum bat World
real deal OR ILLEGAL STEAL Recognize signs of authenticity
Is that discount purse a great deal or an illegal steal? Here are some telltale signs to watch:
Scenic railroad allows passengers to relive some history
Pulled by a 1916-vintage steam engine, the train ascends 1,300 feet. CUMBERLAND, Md. — A
Mermaid swimmers to perform at Myrtle Beach
Mermaid swimmers to perform at Myrtle Beach MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The mermaid swimmers who perform
James Bond books never die
SACRAMENTO — Icy-eyed Daniel Craig will return to the big screen in November as James Bond, author
PYMATUNING PARADISE
Lake, state parks offer activities, amenities Fishing fans come from all over to fish in
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:
Green thumbs aside, novices can try their hand at garden show
Novices can try their hand at garden show YOUNGSTOWN — The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will
iTunes App Store completes iPhone
We all pretty much know that the iPhone is an amazing cell phone with abilities not found in any
‘When the Guillotine Fell’: a grisly history
“When the Guillotine Fell” by Jeremy Mercer (St. Martin’s Press. 256 pages. $24.95 It may come
Big change for Sweden: school choice
The reform of the school system is attracting interest elsewhere. STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Schools
Winning 5 titles, girls dominate Soap Box Derby
An Austintown boy finished third in his division. AKRON (AP) — Girls had their most dominant
Rock Hall snub or not, Diamond still shines
Working with a new producer has helped him broaden his audience. Take that. In the same year
Fred Perry motorcycle run seeks participants
AUSTINTOWN —The 18th annual Fred Perry Benefit Motorcycle Run for Kids, which benefits selected
Dinner at Johnny’s marks anniversary for the Coluccis
X DAYTON — Former Youngstown-area residents Patrick and Marie Denise Colucci, 2726 Green Hills
ERIE Railroad
ERIE Railroad X Erie Mahoning Valley Railroad Association will meet at noon Tuesday at Belleria
Center celebrates lake’s wildlife
Visitors can listen to birdcalls in preparation for the outdoor nature hikes. LINESVILLE, Pa. –
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Denise J. Metlicka, Youngstown, girl, July 25. Karen J.
FRIDAY
FRIDAY X William Farr Lodge will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Girard Masonic Temple, 34 S. State St.
MARA FRISCO KEVIN GOTTSCHALK
MARA FRISCO KEVIN GOTTSCHALK X STRUTHERS — Mara McLandrich Frisco of Canfield and Kevin Ray
Kristen Stizza William Gavalier
Kristen Stizza William Gavalier X BOARDMAN — Kristen E. Stizza and William M. Gavalier, both of
Buyers: Look at credit scores
‘The higher their credit score, the more flexible the lender is going to be,’ expert says. LOS
Restrooms becoming ecologically correct
Officials hope to eventually replace all the restrooms at Michigan’s 97 state parks and recreation
Animals’ Best Friends
‘Dogtown’ showcases success stories at the nation’s largest no-kill shelter “Dogtown: A
Chinese silver for American market proves popular
Chinese artisans have copied Western wares for centuries. In the early 18th century, they made
Harley-Davidson opens museum
The motorcycle maker is now a Fortune 500 company. MILWAUKEE — A banker held beloved
Expert’s mowing, growing tips
Fenway Park’s David Mellor advises owners with tips from his ‘Lawn Bible.’ Home turf means
Some Harley-Davidson highlights in history:
Some Harley-Davidson highlights in history: 1903: William S. Harley, 23, and Arthur Davidson, 22,
Publishers Weekly Best-sellers For the week ending July 19
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Tribute” by Nora Roberts (Putnam) 2. “The Story of Edgar Sawtelle” by
Roto-Rooter crew rescues trapped kitten
BRECKSVILLE, Ohio (AP) — It was Roto-Rooter to the rescue for an unlucky black kitten that got stuck
To avoid drought, try ornamental grasses
A fashionable fix for drought-proofing lawns is downsizing: ripping up some of that demanding turf
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Mercer Senior Follies The Mercer County Senior Follies, the annual benefit for the
Drilling a gas well \ The process Mahoning County has nearly 2,200 active wells. Most wells are dug on private property.
To begin the drilling process, property owners should contact an operating company to draw up an oil
hWith new feeders, get up close to watch
hWith new feeders, get up close to watch Duncraft has three new bird feeders that let you get a
‘Love On The Inside’
‘Love On The Inside’ Sugarland (Mercury Nashville) Grade: A Sugarland captures the exuberant
Martin’s bold assertion taken seriously by field
Defending Brickyard race winner Tony Stewart had the highest-qualifying Toyota. INDIANAPOLIS (AP)
Burglaries continue at Hotel Conneaut
CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. (AP) — The hotel at a financially strapped amusement park in Crawford County is
Chargers give gadgets juice in a pinch
It’s late in the day and again my iPhone 3G’s battery is running low. Instead of giving this iPhone
CYNTHIA KRUZEL MICHAEL O’KEEFE
CYNTHIA KRUZEL MICHAEL O’KEEFE X YOUNGSTOWN — Cynthia A. Kruzel became the bride of Michael L.
New disability regulations lead to much concern
Businesses predict a financial drain. WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of gallons of water pulse
Run/walk event to benefit hospice, visiting nurses
Run/walk event to benefit hospice, visiting nurses ALLIANCE — Alliance Community Hospital
Army starts treating PTSD in the field
The U.S. military has been forced to confront more of ‘the battle behind the battle.’ KIRKUK,
NFL PREVIEW NFC North
A look at teams in the NFC North, in order of last season’s standings: GREEN BAY PACKERS (14-4)
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today — Jamestown, 6:05 p.m. Monday — at State College Tuesday — at
McCain camp says Obama shortchanged injured troops
The presidential candidate vowed to back changes to the disabilities law. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Funeral set for son-in-law of OSU’s Gee
COLUMBUS (AP) — A private funeral is planned in Virginia for the son-in-law of Ohio State University
Position made permanent
Position made permanent NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City council has made Joseph Scrim’s position as acting
Behave as if there’s a war on
Opinion: Behave as if there’s a war on EDITOR: Americans are whining about the rising price of gasoline.
Ohio man charged in shooting of bear
BAKERSVILLE, Ohio (AP) — An eastern Ohio man charged with shooting an endangered animal says he
Iran president: Uranium enrichment growing
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s president said Saturday his country now possesses 6,000 centrifuges, a
Miami ranks lowest for volunteerism in cities
Columbus, Ohio, ranked sixth among major cities. MIAMI (AP) — Blame it on the traffic. Or the
Sen. Obama meets with British prime minister
LONDON — Barack Obama turned his attention back to the stalled U.S. economy Saturday as he wrapped
NEW REGULATIONS
NEW REGULATIONS Cost breakdown A look at some projected total costs to various types of
Weisberger proves she can stand on her own stilettos
It lacks the punch of ‘The Devil Wears Prada,’ but ‘Chasing Harry Winston’ is still a fun read.
Food, fun to abound at Beaver Township event
The day will feature roasted corn and hot dogs. NORTH LIMA — Area groups, businesses, churches
Crawfords mark 60th with family at Das Dutch Haus
X LISBON — Mr. and Mrs. Norman E. Crawford, 42690 Middle Beaver Road, celebrated 60 years of
Lucy Liu signs up for ‘Afro Samurai’
Lucy Liu signs up for ‘Afro Samurai’ SAN DIEGO — Lucy Liu is set to embrace her inner warrior.
CURBING GAS PRICES
Ohio’s wells benefit residents YOUNGSTOWN — Ohioans worried about the spiking cost of natural
In Senate, GOP blocks heat bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans on Saturday blocked the Senate from considering a bill next week that
Spectra Energy seeks court OK for Pa. facility
CLEARVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Spectra Energy, a Houston-based natural-gas company, is seeking court
Police: Teen hurt in crash in stolen car
A teenager was badly injured Saturday morning in a crash involving one of six cars stolen from a
MERCER COUNTY
MERCER COUNTY Sentencings Judge Francis Fornelli of Mercer County Common Pleas Court sentenced
Poland’s park wins praise
Peterson Park was featured in a nursery magazine. POLAND — A town jewel is getting national
IN THE HOLE! Area aces
Armand Venetti of Poland aced the 124-yard, No. 5 hole with a 9 iron at Mill Creek Golf Course. Ray
VOLUNTEERISM Big-city rankings
Rankings of 50 major U.S. cities by the percentage of residents 16 and older who perform volunteer
Official: 29 killed as blasts hit western India
No one has claimed responsibility for the blast. AHMADABAD, India (AP) — At least 29 people were
Seniors perform in ‘Follies’
The follies are a fundraiser for the Shenango Valley Center for Aging and Geriatric Health.
Free concert planned
Free concert planned SALEM — There will be a free concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the band shell of
McCarthy affirms Rodgers as Pack’s man
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Even Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy isn’t quite sure how the Brett
cOLUMBIANA CO. FAIR Schedule
Monday Harness racing: 1 p.m. Opening ceremonies: 6 p.m. Antique tractor pull: 7 p.m.
Surplus food
Surplus food Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown. Fresh
Summer Sizzle to teach hands-on lessons
Three musical acts will perform. CORTLAND — Hands-on children’s experiences for pupils in
Czechs rally past Ohio Magic, 5-2
“We are disappointed because we let a game get away that we should have won.” Joe Gabriele Ohio
Park’s late birdies keep her atop Evian
Candie Kung is one shot behind in the tournament in France. EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Angela
Teaming up for wireless standard
Televisions would almost be wire-free. NEW YORK — Sony, Samsung and other consumer-electronics
Execs predict wide use of start-stop technology
DETROIT — A key piece of technology from gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles will become almost
Youngstown Foundation Grants
The Youngstown Foundation awarded the following grants during the second quarter of 2008: ACLD
Compromise on paid sick days hits stumbling block
Small businesses object to being required to offer seven paid sick days every year. CLEVELAND (AP)
Housing problem leveling in Ohio
Foreclosures may flatten out. COLUMBUS (AP) — A firm keeping tabs on foreclosure activity
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 2nd—Ragtime Re (Sanguinetti)4.402.802.40 Cheyenne Spring
Valley public sector spending requires large dose of reality
Editorial: An independent study of the amount of money spent by governments and school districts in the
Beware of scammers staging seminars
Employers are being put on high alert for bad brokers and others who weasel their way into the