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Pryor, Wells lift No. 14 Ohio State over Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Terrelle Pryor ran for an 11-yard touchdown with 1:08 left and Chris “Beanie”
Valley’s hospital systems navigate a tricky course
YOUNGSTOWN — Keeping a hospital system financially afloat in the Mahoning Valley is akin to rowing
Giuliani in Columbus joins Republicans critical of Brunner
COLUMBUS — Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani joined the continuing chorus of Republican
Local labor looks to elect Obama
YOUNGSTOWN — A well-coordinated effort by organized labor of its members could go a long way toward
Medical mission to Mexico seeks to expand efforts
YOUNGSTOWN — Local organizers of a medical mission to Mexico this summer say they want to serve as a
Two death-penalty murder trials to begin
YOUNGSTOWN — Juries will be selected this week for two death-penalty murder trials, the first such
Monday is the deadline to register to vote for this election.
Monday is the deadline to register to vote for this election. To register to vote, you must
Mahoning, Trumbull boards of elections closed this afternoon, evening
Boards of elections in Mahoning and Trumbull counties are closed to the public this afternoon and
Playwright praises YSU’s ‘Abraham’
Members of the audience stayed for a post-play discussion. YOUNGSTOWN — Peace is possible when
Special teams help Phantoms hold off Motor City for 2-1 win
WYANDOTTE, Mich. — Goalie Jordan Tibbett turned in another strong performance and got a help from
Canfield moves atop AAC Red Tier
CANFIELD — Kyle Vaclav scored two touchdowns Friday to lead the Canfield High football team to a
Bailout OK’d as area reps stay firm
‘The cost of inaction would have been worse,’ a local congressman says. YOUNGS-TOWN — Though
Mural recognizes impact of late artist’s family
The mural took 1,000 hours to complete. SEBRING — Before he died, renowned artist and designer
Songwriter tunes into threefold mission
Mitch McVicker takes his faith on tour. GIRARD — Singer/songwriter Mitch McVicker hopes to
Youngstown’s HUD aid isn’t adequate, some say
Youngstown has the state’s highest foreclosure rate among larger cities. YOUNGSTOWN — While
Pictorial book delves into Struthers history
Beach grew up on Hopewell Drive, which she said gave her a daily view of Yellow Creek from her
Dann lawyer provides answers
The secretary of state wanted details on campaign expenses paid on Dann’s behalf. YOUNGSTOWN —
The Browns get piece of ball via Hall
The rookie linebacker was instrumental in Cleveland’s win at Cincinnati. CLEVELAND (AP) — The
Dreamgirl Hudson returns to song with debut album
NEW YORK — Two years ago, the biggest question surrounding Jennifer Hudson’s career was whether she
PUCO decision favors Aqua Ohio
A private water supplier is given the OK to serve Southington Township and surrounding areas.
Longing for the ride
WRTA users make a case for tax levy ‘Without a bus system, that is one more nail in the coffin of
Buckeyes have night assignment
Terrelle Pryor faces a test in Ohio State’s first trip to Madison, Wis., since 2003. MILWAUKEE
Sidney Crosby leads new-look Pittsburgh
The NHL returns to Europe this weekend with regular-season openers in Stockholm and Prague.
Clash of flash at Purdue today
The high-octane offenses of the Boilermakers and Penn State will be on display. INDIANAPOLIS (AP)
Even the Pirate Parrot can’t hide
Pittsburgh’s dismal season could be repeated in 2009 if the team can’t add enough impact players.
Salem plant extends worker contract to Oct. 15
SALEM — The president of United Steelworkers of America Local 1538, Rick Hands, said Friday that
Tax relief package covers wide range
There are four dozen small provisions in the new law. WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of taxpayers,
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS • NARFE Chapter 14, for active and retired federal employees, will meet at 1 p.m.
Tiny bit of melamine in food harmless but not in baby formula
Melamine-tainted formula has sickened 54,000 children and killed four in China. WASHINGTON (AP) —
ITCL ROUNDUP - Columbiana, Crestview and Southern record shutouts in victories, Leetonia, Wellsville and United win.
NORTH LIMA — Hunter Spitz scored on runs of 1, 20 and 60 yards Friday to lead the South Range High
YOUNGSTOWN - Mooney's Vinopal had over 200 yards rushing and three scores in 31-14 victory over Cleveland Benedictine.
The Cardinals’ defense shut down the Bengals in the 31-14 victory. YOUNGSTOWN — Cardinal
Today is Saturday, Oct. 4, the 278th day of 2008. There are 88 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Oct. 4, the 278th day of 2008. There are 88 days left in the year. On this date
Jury deliberating Simpson robbery case
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A jury began deliberating Friday whether O.J. Simpson and his co-defendant robbed
Stanford player rips N.D. world
Offensive tackle Chris Marinelli hates all things associated with the school. SOUTH BEND, Ind.
Black Sunday in Chicago?
Black Sunday in Chicago? After Friday’s 6-2 win over the Chicago White Sox, the young, resilient
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Notre Dame vs. Stanford Kickoff: 2:30 today in South Bend, Ind. TV: (21) (3) (11)
Cars stifle Stewart, Earnhardt
Repaired or backup vehicles were needed for the drivers after a multi-car wreck in practice.
GAME TIME Ohio State vs. Wisconsin
GAME TIME Ohio State vs. Wisconsin Kickoff: 8:22 tonight in Madison, Wis. TV/radio: (33) (5)
Killings of female soldiers bring call for action
The slain woman, Sgt. Christina E. Smith, is a native of Mount Orab in southwestern Ohio.
Plan ahead to get into college
If you still need to take the SAT, your best bet is Nov. 1 to meet application deadlines.
Red Sox, Angels head to Boston for Game 3
The second game of this series was not over in time for this edition. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jason
CORTLAND - Toussaint leads undefeated Leopards over Lakeview Bulldogs 20-16.
Lakeview committed four turnovers and surrendered 250 yards to the speedy back. CORTLAND —
prep roundup \ Late Thursday
Western Reserve 9-25-25-25, Wellsville 25-9-21-20 BERLIN CENTER — Casey Stevens paced the Blue
Hints for feeding pets prevent problems
Dear Heloise: Here are my comments about feeding animals while traveling. Feeding and giving your
Ed’s drunken behavior puts party in jeopardy
Dear Annie: We live in an upper-middle-class neighborhood adjacent to a community park. Once a year,
Campus Notes
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA, Mobile Lauren Gessner of Canfield, winner of the 2008 Ohio Junior
‘Marching Thunder’ at OSU
‘Marching Thunder’ at OSU CHAMPION — The Champion High School “Marching Thunder” has been invited
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Govs. Ed Rendell, D-Pa., and Tim
NEW WILMINGTON - Matt Wagner recovered a fumble, intercepted a pass and caught a TD pass in Greyhounds' 42-7 win over Sharon Tigers.
Matt Wagner recovered a fumble, intercepted a pass and caught a TD pass in a 42-7 win over Sharon.
POLAND - Bulldogs rushing attack contained by Howland Tigers in 10-7 loss
The Tigers’ defense allowed a meager 101 yards and all but neutralized Poland’s diverse rushing
AUSTINTOWN - North Canton Hoover edges out Fitch Falcons 45-42 in double-overtime victory.
AUSTINTOWN — A.J. Sarbaugh’s 30-yard field goal in the second overtime lifted the North Canton
ROUNDUP - Ursuline remains perfect, Chaney, Minerva, Warren JFK, Southeast, Glen Oak and Southern win.
Myke Parker and Anthony Strong paced the Cowboys. CANTON — Ursuline High held Canton Central
Man on a mission
The Rev. Vit Fiala, a cellist, plays concerts to benefit the work of his religious order.
HUBBARD - Hilton leads Eagles through the air in 21-6 victory over East Palestine Bulldogs.
East’s Roncarlos Hilton threw for 145 yards, with Mose Fleeton picking up 70 and Braylon Rogers 48.
Mahoning jury indicts N.J. man on rape charges
The alleged stalking occurred between Jan. 1 and Sept. 3. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County grand
VOTER REGISTRATION \ Deadline
Monday is the deadline to register to vote for this election. To register to vote, you must
Game in Beehive State is a first
Today’s contest will be played on natural turf, a surface YSU last won a non-conference road game on
BOARDMAN - After five consecutive victories, Spartans lose second game in a row.
After five victories, the loss was Boardman’s second in a row. BOARDMAN — Boardman High
Wrta Levy \ Details
Western Reserve Transit Authority requests voters pass a 0.25-percent sales tax on Election Day,
TRUMBULL COUNTY | Indictments
A Trumbull County grand jury indicted the following people, who will be arraigned at 9 a.m. Friday
BERLIN CENTER - McDonald Blue Devils defeat previously unbeaten Western Reserve 47-6.
McDonald’s Cupan gets ball rolling in rout BERLIN CENTER — The first two times McDonald High
European leaders target CEO bonuses
PARIS — French President Nicolas Sarkozy has declared war on corporate barons who fire thousands of
Castroneves has his day in court
MIAMI (AP) — Race car driver and “Dancing With The Stars” winner Helio Castroneves pleaded not
Mock search, recovery
Mock search, recovery COITSVILLE — A mock search and recovery event sponsored by the Mahoning
GM exits name deal with arena
The city is going to receive less money for naming rights. YOUNGSTOWN — Because of declining
“The Locator” (9 p.m., WEtv): Troy Dunn finds people for a living. And his most
“The Locator” (9 p.m., WEtv): Troy Dunn finds people for a living. And his most compelling cases
President Bush no doubt knows that his commutation of the prison sentence of I. Lewis
Editorial: President Bush no doubt knows that his commutation of the prison sentence of I. Lewis “Scooter”
Increasing job losses foreshadow deep recession, many experts say
September was the ninth straight month of increasing unemployment. WASHINGTON (AP) — Jobs are
A rare triumph for Bush
Scripps Howard: The Senate has handed President Bush probably the last foreign policy victory of his
Local Topics \ Sunday news programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable
Veep debate not a draw nor a knockout
Opinion: The Oct. 2 vice presidential debate at Washington University in St. Louis between Sen. Joe Biden and
Author rejects criticism of film ‘Blindness’
Author rejects criticism of film ‘Blindness’ LISBON, Portugal — A Nobel literature laureate said
Covelli to celebrate Panera anniversary
Covelli Enterprises has Panera Bread stores in five local communities. WARREN — Panera Bread’s
Welfare state to blame for the crisis
Opinion: As our financial markets totter, as homes go into foreclosure, as Wall Street executives lose
Business news digest
REGION Seminars for retirees POLAND — Seminars for General Motors, Packard and Delphi Packard
GM Traverse production begins
SPRING HILL, Tenn. (AP) — General Motors Corp. on Friday officially launched full-scale production
Palin, Biden avoid debate pitfalls
Opinion: BOSTON — So this is what they mean by the soft bigotry of low expectations. The long drumbeat that
Palin eases pain in McCain camp
The winking governor reversed some harm, and Biden kept his cool. ST. LOUIS (AP) — John McCain’s
GOP lawmakers file appealSFlbto halt Troopergate case
GOP lawmakers file appealSFlbto halt Troopergate case ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Five Republican
Moraine SUV plant to close earlier
Shutdown plans were accelerated as part of companywide cost-cutting moves. MORAINE, Ohio (AP) —
It could be a black Sunday for White Sox if Rays wrap it up
Tampa Bay won on Friday, 6-2, and goes for a sweep when the series resumes Sunday in Chicago. ST.
‘An American Carol’ lampoons liberals
The conservative comedy is one of a kind in left-leaning Hollywood. LOS ANGELES — It’s a movie
ASHLEY WYMAN/JERAMY ECKENRODE
ASHLEY WYMAN JERAMY ECKENRODE • NEW MIDDLETOWN — Ashley Wyman and Jeramy M. Eckenrode were married
JENNIFER MYERS/JARET GIBBONS
JENNIFER MYERS JARET GIBBONS SBlt YOUNGSTOWN — Jennifer Myers, 996 Hartford Village Blvd.,
Double bogeys hurt Ochoa at Half Moon Bay
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. — Angela Stanford’s rare double eagle turned into a huge boost for her to stay
YSU forms partnership with university in India
YOUNGSTOWN — Faculty at Youngstown State University and Aligarh Muslim University in India will form
Shock hangs on to beat the Silver Stars, 69-61
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Katie Smith scored 22 points and the Detroit Shock built a big lead in the first
Court tosses death sentence for Ohio man
CINCINNATI (AP) — A federal appeals court on Friday threw out the death sentence of a man convicted
Dinner to be benefit for Boardman pastor
Dinner to be benefit for Boardman pastor POLAND — A spaghetti dinner will be served from noon to 5
Will the Dodgers facilitate Cub flub?
Rich Harden will start today for Los Angeles, which could clinch its first playoff series in 20
No. 8 BYU wins 15th in a row
Offensive woes continue for Marshall, which fell to Cincinnati. LOGAN, Utah — Max Hall threw for
Students help Green Team with cleanup
CANFIELD — David Graham said picking up litter along the highway may not be a lot of fun, “but
Keeping faith in recovery
Opinion: Patricia Hawkins-Smith recently celebrated the 10th year of her new life. The Struthers woman and
Tibetan monks to visit Westminster College
The ancient healing arts of Tibet will be the topic of one of the public sessions. NEW
WEEKLY BRIDGE QUIZ
WEEKLY BRIDGE QUIZ Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: x10 6 4 u6 4 3 vJ 10 6 2 wK 9 2 The
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Chicago at Detroit, 1 p.m. San Diego at Miami, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Green Bay, 1
patricia ringos beach | Profile
Patricia Ringos Beach, a 1973 graduate of Struthers High School, has compiled a pictorial history of
On a mission
On a mission kThe Rev. Vit Fiala, above, had a career as a professional cellist before he became a
business
business Disappearing act kJobs are vanishing at the fastest pace in more than five years with
Man indicted in August stabbing
WARREN — Fitzgerald C. Toussaint, 45, father of a Liberty High School football player by the same
High court upholds Faison disqualification
COLUMBUS — Without explanation, the Ohio Supreme Court upheld on Friday a 7th District Court of
Police link suspect to multiple school arsons
The accused doesn’t go to school anywhere, a detective said. WARREN — A city detective says he
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Friday 1st—Cryptonat (Gonzalez)4.002.402.40 Double Shadow (Wilson)3.002.40
HOUSING PROGRAM | Federal funding
Ohio is receiving more than $258 million in federal funds to help communities recover from the
State’s stance threatens mediation in AG sex case
The women, who worked for Marc Dann, feel they have been victimized a second time. COLUMBUS —
Dog helps nab suspect in breaking, entering
The suspect first identified himself as his dead brother. YOUNGSTOWN — Police dog Gijs ran
Police arrest robbery suspect
Authorities had already been alerted to a problem before the robbery occurred. BOARDMAN — Police
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Mahoning Valley Panthers Babe Ruth 13-year-old team — will be holding tryouts for the
cross country
cross country Lehigh Univ. White Invitational Men Grove City — placed ninth out of 41 teams
FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA
FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA Niles 20, Chaney 3 Hubbard 21, East 6 Mooney 31, Cle. Benedictine 14
Assault case bound to grand jury
WARREN — The case of a Mahoning County man accused of driving his pickup truck into a crowd of
Biden-Palin showdown ranks second in TV political debates
NEW YORK (AP) — Who’s running for president, anyway? More than 70 million people watched Thursday’s
NORTH BEAVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Mohawk's ground game enabled the Warriors to run past Ellwood City Wolverines 60-37.
NORTH BEAVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Mohawk High used a punishing ground attack Friday to defeat Ellwood
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