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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


Today

Today Onstage “Glengarry Glen Ross,” 2:30 p.m., Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane,


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


DEPLOYED

DEPLOYED 910th deployed to Iraq Thirteen members of the 910 Airlift Wing’s Security Forces


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


area

area Fall schedules requested The Vindicator requests area high school athletic directors to


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


selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 15.44 —.10 Avalon


REGION

REGION Agricultural Hall of Fame will induct 4 people LISBON — The following people will be


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