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Steelers beat Jaguars 26-21
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Big Ben’s big night gave the Pittsburgh Steelers a big boost in the AFC
Penguins fall 3-1 to Senators in Sweden
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — This was hardly a routine win for Daniel Alfredsson. Playing an NHL regular
A ‘vision’ for new school
BOARDMAN — The tone of the afternoon, like the sun outside, was bright, and more than anything
Tough schedule prepares Mooney soccer team for tournament
YOUNGSTOWN — For Cardinal Mooney’s boys soccer program, there is no regular season anymore. That
Injuries take toll on YSU
It is almost unbelievable what has happened to the Youngstown State football team the first six
Hundreds march in Canfield to raise money, awareness for diabetes
CANFIELD - Aside from taking daily insulin shots and having his blood sugar levels checked several
Pens fall to Sens
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Dany Heatley scored two more goals and Ottawa captain Daniel Alfredsson had
Hundreds in Warren form Life Chain to protest abortion
WARREN—They have been congregating in protest against abortion on the first Sunday in October for
City prepares for wrongful-death lawsuit
YOUNGSTOWN — It’s been three years since a police officer in hot pursuit caused the death of a
Nease cleanup plans
SALEM — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced its plans for the latest cleanup of
Subsidence project in Weathersfield
MINERAL RIDGE — A team that has worked in Weathersfield Township on a mine stabilization project for
New psychology degree at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University plans to offer a master’s degree in applied behavior
Ghosts and Goblins head to DeYor
Special to The Vindicator GETTING down TO BUSINESS: Planning Ghosts and Goblins, an October event
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY • Fortnightly IV’s program at 7:30 p.m. will be “Monday Musical with Val Zurawick.”
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE • The 55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. Members
SENIOR NUTRITION
Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
New Forum boss expects to lead team to victory
New Forum boss expects to lead team to victory
Man wears his art on his sleeve
He aimed to transform the suit into an emblem of the city and its people. WATERBURY, Conn. (AP)
Unions seen as key to victory for Obama
Unions ‘reach blue-collar workers better than anyone,’ a YSU professor says. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Cascade Center at the Riverplex offers big-city elegant ambience
New Castle’s downtown revitalization has included new store facades, parking and streetlights.
Acclaimed trumpeter learned chops at YSU
His performance will celebrate the centennial of Youngstown State University. YOUNGSTOWN —
Motorists warned about deer
Most people are hurt crashing after they swerve to avoid hitting a deer AKRON —Whitetail deer
YSU’s Williams pulled triple duty
The wide receiver also played running back and quarterback. CEDAR CITY, Utah — Youngstown
Mooney captures Diocese crown; McDonald boys win
Boardman girls finished sixth at the Stow Invitational meet. CANTON — John Zajac took first
COACHES VS. CANCER
YSU team helps raise funds, awareness The first-time organizer said she’ll get an earlier start
Pryor engagement: Bucks bounce Badgers
The freshman QB scored with less than 2 minutes left in the 20-17 win. MADISON, Wis. (AP) —
REGION
REGION Library to sponsor 3 business seminars YOUNGSTOWN — The Public Library of Youngstown and
Conquering her demon
‘Acedia’ in writing by 4th-century monk turned out to be Kathleen Norris’ bleakness LOS
PREP ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
BOYS SOCCER Liberty 3, LaBrae 0 LEAVITTSBURG — Matt Britton scored two goals and Matt Tharp had
Pastime past my bedtime
Here’s a quick checklist for those (of us) in age denial: UIt shocks you when “friends” comment on
‘Crysis Warhead’
‘Crysis Warhead’ (EA Games) for PC Genre: Shooter Rating: M Grade: A There’s little debate
KSU cast brings ‘Doubt’ to life
Criticshave seen parallels between the play and the buildup to the Iraq war. ’Tis the season
Browns’ pitiful start has faithful fans grumbling
Cleveland’s week off ends with preparations to play the defending champions. CLEVELAND (AP) —
UPCOMING TRIP
UPCOMING TRIP Open to the public Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown is sponsoring a gambling trip
Westminster’s 16-0 run too much for Thiel
The Titans’ victory keeps the Tomcats winless and frustrated. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. —
Jaguars’ Taylor looks to heat up
Jacksonville’s running back has been a nemesis in recent games against the Steelers.
area college roundup \ Saturday’s other games
Mount Union 48, Baldwin-Wallace 3 BEREA, Ohio — Mount Union College senior Nate Kmic had four
Today is Sunday, Oct. 5, the 279th day of 2008. There are 87 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, Oct. 5, the 279th day of 2008. There are 87 days left in the year. On this date in
the riverplex
the riverplex Cascade center Cascade Center at the Riverplex in downtown New Castle now offers
Two death-penalty murder trials to start this week in Youngstown
Defendants in a fire that killed six people this year and in a 1985 murder are going on trial.
Summers’ end leads to Youngstown’s fall
The Penguins didn’t score any touchdowns after the starting QB was hurt. CEDAR CITY, Utah —
Hubbard residents left without power
HUBBARD — A power outage in the city left about 500 people in the dark for a little more than an
Pressure is on McCain to turn the race around
Both sides concede a lot can happen in the last month of the campaign. WASHINGTON (AP) — One month
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Mahoning Valley Panthers Babe Ruth 13-year-old team — will be holding tryouts for the
Boyfriend’s stubble leaves skin burned
Q. I am seeing a new guy, and the stubble on his face has left a large chapped area on my face that
mac roundup \ Saturday’s games
Akron 30, Kent St. 27, 2OT KENT — Igor Iveljic kicked three field goals, including a 25-yarder in
Water break leaves part of Girard dry
GIRARD — A water main break at Church Hill Road and Lincoln Avenue left much of the city without
Kvapil on pole at Talladega; DEI gets boost
Kvapil’s lap of 187.364 mph in his Yates Racing Ford edged Casey Mears for the Amp Energy 500 pole.
missouri valley roundup Saturday’s other games
North Dakota St. 35, Southern Illinois 27 FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State rallied from 20 points
Nittany Lions go solo, but still win
Even though ailing Joe Paterno wasn’t on the sidelines, Penn State put a hurting on Purdue, 20-6.
Relaxed Rays looking for series clincher
Game 3 will be played tonight in Chicago. CHICAGO (AP) — Relaxed and loose, some of the Tampa Bay
Top 25 roundup Saturday’s other games
No. 1 Oklahoma 49, Baylor 17 WACO, Texas — Oklahoma remembers how to play the role of No. 1. Sam
Brewers down Phillies to stave off elimination
J.J. Hardy had three hits and Milwaukee got some strong pitching to win 4-1. MILWAUKEE (AP) —
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney Saturday: The Hartford native qualified 29th for today’s Amp Energy 500
DiGiacomos mark 50th anniversary at Mass and dinner
• AUSTINTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Anthony DiGiacomo, 4220 Nottingham Ave., celebrated their 50th wedding
VOTER REGISTRATION Deadline
Monday is the deadline to register to vote for this election. To register to vote, you must
Attacks on Palin a disgrace
Opinion: Attacks on Palin a disgrace EDITOR: This letter is a result of a great deal of frustration and
Flea markets still offer exciting finds, bargains
Flea markets still offer exciting finds, bargains Flea markets still offer exciting finds and
New spray can reduce indoor allergens
New spray can reduce indoor allergens A new spray promises to reduce common indoor allergens on
Plunketts honored at surprise party on anniversary
• POLAND — Mr. and Mrs. Donald Plunkett, 1769 Leland Ave., were the honored guests at a party
‘Modesty patrols’ sow fear in Israel
The enforcers receive quiet approval from some rabbis. JERUSALEM (AP) — In Israel’s ultra-Orthodox
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Brian K. Bigsby The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking
Is boyfriend too like primate ancestors?
Dear Annie: I have been dating “Edgar,” a 37-year-old man, for about four months. Everything is
AUSTINTOWN Leaf collection
The township’s third annual leaf collection program is scheduled to begin Oct. 27 and last for four
Palin battled clergy on bar hours
The measure called for Wasilla bars to close a few hours earlier than the traditional 5 a.m. last
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Soccer at IPFW, 1 p.m. Tuesday — Volleyball at Cleveland St., 7 p.m.
MERCER COUNTY \ Sentencings
Several people were sentenced recently in Mercer County Common Pleas Court. According to court
Forbidden READS Most-searched banned books
In observance of Banned Book Week (which just ended), Internet giant Yahoo did what it does best:
Community college plan prompts some questions
Editorial: Long before Gov. Ted Strickland and Chancellor Eric Fingerhut adopted the creation of a two-year
Dann’s misdeeds haunt Democrats
Opinion: As the debate over the $700 billion federal bailout of Wall Street was raging last week, a host of
Bolivia’s president strongly rejects U.S. help to control coca crops
LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — President Evo Morales said Saturday that Bolivia does not need U.S. help to
Real estate
Real estate Jacklyn Armour O’Meara of Howland, Donna LaBuda of Niles and Richard Thomas of Warren
Pecchia passes YCS past Shadyside
St. Ignatius routed Warren Harding, while Mathews and New Castle won. SHADYSIDE — John Pecchia
President’s bailout of Wall St. too much and came too late
Opinion: The Federal Bureau of Investigation has launched an investigation into whether fraud played a role
Vote no on Issue 6
Editorial: Vote no on Issue 6 Once again, voters are being asked to place in the Ohio Constitution a
All My Children
All My Children After Adam changed his story about accidentally leaving his gun in Annie’s room,
Best-sellerS Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Sept. 27. HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Story of Edgar Sawtelle” by David
Publisher speeds up release of Muhammad book
It is a pre-emptive move by U.S. publisher Beaufort Books to reduce or eliminate any chance of
Book club to meet
Book club to meet VILLA MARIA, Pa. — Villa Maria Community Center will continue its monthly
Area tennis players advance to district
BOARDMAN — Ravenna High School’s Mariah Mostardi defeated Poland’s Gabrielle Brocker, 6-1, 6-1,
HELPING HANDS Volunteering
Volunteer Services Agency Inc., a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
Contours still loved after all these years
Legends of the Motown era will be featured at the symphony pops opener. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Merlo’s goal sails into net to beat DeSales
The top-ranked team in Division II lost to Mooney, 1-0. STRUTHERS — Columbus St. Francis DeSales
Kids plus summer equals fun
What a turnout! With 80 entries online and a bunch on the Life&Work pages, readers really pitched
‘Kellie Pickler’
‘Kellie Pickler’ Kellie Pickler (19 Recordings/BNA Records) Grade: C+ Kellie Pickler was
“Fido Awards” (8 p.m., Nick At Nite): Fred Willard is host of this hour that chooses the
“Fido Awards” (8 p.m., Nick At Nite): Fred Willard is host of this hour that chooses the best pooch
U.S. tour will result in handwritten Bible
U.S. tour will result in handwritten Bible GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — More than 31,000 Americans will
Salem theater to present ‘Evita’
Salem theater to present ‘Evita’ SALEM — Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., will present
Pianist will join Dana Composers for fall concert
The concert will include two world premieres. YOUNGSTOWN — Bulgarian pianist and new Dana School
information
information If you go CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO: www.clemetzoo.com or (216) 661-6500. Boo at the
Results of garden show announced by Forum
• YOUNGSTOWN — “September Song” was the theme chosen for the garden and horticulture show sponsored
Fall Tours open homes and gardens
Fall Tours open homes and gardens CHARLESTON, S.C. — One of the more popular tourist events in
information \ If you go
information \ If you go TOUR A The following bridges are included: Netcher Road Bridge: This
CENTER STAGE Palumbo’s juggling act
As chef-owner of Selah restaurant in Struthers and president of Top Hat, one of the area’s most
PIN: This pin picturing Ty Cobb, one of a set of low-priced pins found at a flea market, sold at
PIN: This pin picturing Ty Cobb, one of a set of low-priced pins found at a flea market, sold at
STAR ATTRACTION
Covered Bridge Festival Saturday, next Sunday The Smolen-Gulf Bridge is the longest covered
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: “Doubt” Where: Kent State Trumbull Theater. When: Weekends through Oct. 12.
Current prices \ Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States. Prices vary in different locations because of local
Penny loafers, black leather, G.H. Bass, 1960s, size 71‚Ñ2 inches, $65. “Ye Olde Tavern-Chicken &
Colors help provide healthy diet
Plant breeders have begun bulking up selections with more nutrients. Orange tomatoes. Purple
America goes ‘boo’ at the zoo
The Halloween season brings family-friendly events to zoos across the country. TOLEDO (AP) —
FRUGAL FASHION
Creating a cozy cottage with a gift for thrift Ugly upholstery or worn finishes don’t deter this
Tips on getting kids to like vegetables
It isn’t always love at first bite when kids and vegetables meet. Children often have to be coaxed
Skyscraper’s HD screen wowing visitors
Philadelphia officials have added the Comcast Center to the tourism Web site. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
Supreme Court to hear several corporate cases
No national-security cases are on the court’s schedule as of yet. WASHINGTON — A business-
Advice with adult appeal
Halloween is a time when your decorating style can shine. Decorating for Halloween need not be
Well-child clinic
Well-child clinic GIRARD — The well-child immunization clinic is at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the
Cuddle Parties: the right touch?
Research shows that sustained touching offers health benefits. NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. (AP) — Edie
Xpaper eases digitizing of paper documents
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Promises of the paperless office have been circulating ever since the first
SENIORS SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
Peace Awards event will honor dedication
YOUNGSTOWN — The 12th Annual Peace Award Recognition Banquet, sponsored by the Mahoning Valley Task
Deal with Starz adds more streamed shows to Netflix
Deal with Starz adds more streamed shows to Netflix NEW YORK — From “Spider-Man 3” to “No Country
Are bishops making Democratic Catholics choose?
Opinion: On Oct. 2, I was a guest at the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown which meets on the First
North-South vulnerable. East deals.
North-South vulnerable. East deals. NORTH x10 6 4 uA 10 9 6 vA 9 wK Q 5 4 WEST EAST xK
Quiz Night competition
Quiz Night competition LIBERTY TOWNSHIP — Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Academy will host a Quiz
Simpson verdict please family of Ronald Goldman
Simpson was convicted of all 12 charges against him.
Howland tire drop-off
Howland tire drop-off HOWLAND — A tire drop-off for Howland Township residents will be held from 8
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one
Joe McAndrew of Columbiana aced the No. 2 hole at Valley Golf Course using a hybrid club on the 145-
Group envisions larger mission
Medical assistance is needed in the poverty-stricken area, the mission leader said. YOUNGSTOWN
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL SUMMARies YO. CHRISTIAN 28, SHADYSIDE 26 Youngstown
Dinner at winery honors Bowlings on anniversary
• BERLIN CENTER — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. William L. Bowling, 14693 Ellsworth
Diocese votes to split from Episcopal Church
MONROEVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Clergy and lay members of the theologically conservative Pittsburgh diocese
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Coitsville Township Board of Appeals Fourth and Final Quarterly meeting, 7 p.m.,
Elderly rare turtles mate in China, but eggs fail to hatch
SUZHOU, China (AP) — She’s around 80 years old. He’s 100. Breathless scientists watched as the
Ex-cop seeks new trial in murder of girlfriend
CANTON (AP) — A former police officer sentenced to life in prison for killing his pregnant lover is
Analysis: Revenue figures for Ohio casino are vague
A ‘loophole’ could possibly drop the tax rate on the casino to zero. COLUMBUS (AP) — A proposed
Giuliani criticizes voting decision
Republicans have said it was not the intent of the law to allow voter registration and early ballot
Iraqi soldier dies in crash of 2 American helicopters
The U.S. military said it killed an al-Qaidi in Iraq leader Friday. BAGHDAD (AP) — Two U.S.
Detail delays signing of nuke pact with India
NEW DELHI — U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice met with top Indian officials Saturday but was
Schools invest in high-tech upgrades to vocational ed
CLEVELAND (AP) — Schools are investing in high-tech upgrades to vocational education programs to
Clausen’s 347 yards power Notre Dame past Stanford
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Jimmy Clausen threw for a career-high 347 yards and three touchdown passes
big ten roundup Saturday’s other games
Illinois 45, Michigan 20 ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Juice Williams beat Michigan with an accurate arm,
NFL PREVIEW \ Today’s games
PITTSBURGH at JACKSONVILLE Kickoff: 8:15 p.m. TV/radio: (21) (3) (11); WNIO-AM (1390) Opening
Gasping Angels will face Sox ace
Josh Beckett has won his last five postseason starts. BOSTON (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels might
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