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East Palestine teachers ready to picket at board meeting
EAST PALESTINE — The school board has announced plans to immediately file an unfair labor practice
Mahoning OK’s more security cameras at elections board
YOUNGSTOWN —To ensure no one tampers with voting machines and paper ballots, Mahoning County has
Two fire departments fight blaze in Campbell
CAMPBELL — Two fire stations responded to smoke billowing from a vacant steel mill in Campbell
GM shares tumble 31 percent to 58-year low
NEW YORK — Shares of General Motors Corp. lost nearly one-third of their value today, plunging to
Mystery ‘boy’ is actually a girl who saw her family members killed in 2007
WARREN — She cut her hair from 6 inches to 1 inch to look like a boy. She ran away from the home
Jury selected for Adams’ murder trial; opening statements Tuesday
YOUNGSTOWN — With 12 jurors and four alternates seated, jury selection was completed today for the
New vehicle sales fall, but used vehicle sales jump
New vehicle sales in the Mahoning Valley fell 5 percent last month, while used vehicle sales jumped
Youngstown schools must repay state for assistance
YOUNGSTOWN — The chairman of the sate fiscal oversight commission controlling city school district
Man carjacked on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A 53-year-old man was carjacked after he stopped his vehicle on Guadalupe Avenue near
Struthers woman dies in traffic crash
BOARDMAN — A 69-year-old Struthers woman died after being injured in an accident at McClurg Road and
Mahoning commissioners reject road salt bid
YOUNGSTOWN — Don’t expect to see bare roads this winter as the county stretches its budget and its
Woman robbed inside her home on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A 24-year-old woman was robbed in her home on the 600 block of Griffith Street. The
Two arsons reported on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Two vacant houses on the North Side were subject to arson on Wednesday night
Plastic model contest in Boardman set for Saturday
BOARDMAN — HobbyTown USA in the Boardman Plaza will conduct its third annual plastic model contest
Naked man spotted at Boardman McDonald’s
BOARDMAN — A couple in the drive-through lane of an East Western Reserve Road fast-food restaurant
Defense claims someone else set fire to the Crawford home at Davis trial
YOUNGSTOWN — This afternoon’s testimony in the arson-murder trial of Michael Davis centered on the
Men charged with gambling offenses at Warren bars appear in court
WARREN — Three of the five men charged with committing gambling offenses at three Warren bars have
Survivors describe fatal fire in testimony at Davis trial
YOUNGSTOWN — Those who survived a deliberately set house fire on Stewart Avenue testified about the
Mystery ice falls from sky, injures Pa. woman
YORK, Pa. (AP) — A six-pound chunk of ice fell from the sky, through a York woman’s roof and
Terrorist bombing casualties to be remembered in service Sunday
STRUTHERS — A service marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist bombing of the Marine Corps
Jurors hear 911 fire call on first morning of Davis trial
YOUNGSTOWN — Jurors heard a 911 call recorded the day two women and four children died in a house
Walk to raise funds for Alzheimer’s assistance group is Sunday
CANFIELD — The Alzheimer’s Assistance and Referral Network invites all interested parties to join in
Two men rob Subway on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are looking for the two gunmen who robbed the Subway restaurant at 830 E.
Alpha Xi Delta plans an arresting event
YOUNGSTOWN — The women of Theta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Xi Delta at Youngstown State University are
Senior center offers free self-defense class
EAST LIVERPOOL — Catholic Charities Senior Center, 600 E. Fourth St., is offering a free self-
Baptist church prepares for trash and treasure sale
AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Baptist Church, 1180 S. Raccoon Road, is having a trash and treasure sale
Build-A-Bear program to aid Toys For Tots
BOARDMAN — Build-A-Bear Workshop has planned Kooky Spooky: Spirit of Giving, a program that will
Spaghetti dinners will be served at IHM
AUSTINTOWN — Knights of Columbus Council 3930, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, will sponsor a
Methodist church plans roast beef dinner sale
MINERAL RIDGE — The First United Methodist Church of Mineral Ridge, 3711 state Route 46, is having a
Stuffed cabbage sale set at Orthodox church
YOUNGSTOWN — The Ukrainian Orthodox League of Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Belle
Memory Walk Sunday
Memory Walk Sunday YOUNGSTOWN — The Alzheimer’s Assistance and Referral Network is inviting the
YOUNGSTOWN CHRISTIAN: High-Flying Eagle
Junior QB John Pecchia has led YCS to a 5-2 season mark
Fed interest cut offers some relief
Savings rates are expected to stay up as some loan rates fall. The owner of Sleepy Hollow
Area to see gas prices dip below $3
The economy is fueling the decrease in prices, some say. YOUNGSTOWN — Lower gas prices have
Hubbard, Liberty set for key clash
The winner will be in control of the White Division of the AAC White.
Fifth Quarter offers kids post-game fun
The program provides a safe place for students to go. AUSTINTOWN — There are plenty of things
Falcons Federal champs
Fitch girls defeated Boardman 1-0 to sweep the title. AUSTINTOWN — Three yellow cards, two
Missouri State hosts YSU at homecoming
Both the Bears and the Penguins are struggling coming into this conference matchup. YOUNGSTOWN
Youngstown boys school nets national award
Alpha is being honored for its efforts in the area of character education. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Pavlik, Hopkins exchange first war of words
Pavlik is a 4-1 favorite when the two fighters meet Oct. 18 in Atlantic City. Kelly Pavlik
Judge delays decision in Warren chief’s assault case
A woman testified that the fire chief assaulted and spat on her. NILES — A former girlfriend of
Area golfers getting ready for state tournament play
Cardinal Mooney, Poland and South Range’s Ariel Witmer have qualified. YOUNGSTOWN — Two area
Mahoning elections board suspends indicted deputy clerk
YOUNGSTOWN — A 38-year-old deputy clerk at the Mahoning County Board of Elections, indicted on a
Area tennis players still have hopes
OBERLIN — Boardman High’s doubles team of Carolyn and Ann Jesko split in its two matches Wednesday
Noise-ordinance revisions fail to please some officials
Some residents have accused police of not enforcing the current noise law. NILES — Council
Free Fall Festival set
Free Fall Festival set AUSTINTOWN — Idaho Road Church, 250 Idaho Road, will sponsor a free Fall
PREP ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s events
GIRLS SOCCER Mooney 8, Ursuline 0: STRUTHERS — Katie Griswold scored four goals with one assist to
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow kUpNext: Get ready to “shred” with Cobra Starship in the band's show at House of
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Oct. 4
Delphi judge moves ahead in Appaloosa fraud case
A judge said he might have erred in an earlier ruling on fraud charges. NEW YORK (AP) — A
Retailers report weak sales for September
Discount chains and luxury stores both report slow sales. NEW YORK (AP) — American consumers went
Predictable but likable thriller
Leonardo DiCaprio turns in an amped-up performance in ‘Body of Lies.’ “Body of Lies” is a
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Paul W. Lacey, 50, of 420 Crandall Ave., Youngstown, and
Concerns grow over safe-haven law in Neb.
A 14-year-old girl from Iowa was left at a Nebraska hospital Tuesday. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — More than
Hinder, Trapt concert
Hinder, Trapt concert AUSTINTOWN — The Jagermeister Music Tour, featuring Hinder with Trapt and
Catholics are trendy among publishers
Three high-profile writers are releasing books. For American publishers, Catholics suddenly seem
• Announced by Jack and Julie (Cebula) White of Cranberry Township, Pa., is the birth of their
• Announced by Jack and Julie (Cebula) White of Cranberry Township, Pa., is the birth of their third
THE INSIDER by Joe Scalzo
When the OHSAA expanded the playoffs to include eight teams in each region in 1999, one of the
Manny leading Dodgers against Phillies tonight
His clutch hitting has carried Los Angeles into the NL championship series. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Football film ‘Express’ fails to score points for originality
It’s well-filmed like any other sports movie, but boring. 111Davis, “the Elmira Express” (a
“Kath & Kim” (8:30 p.m., NBC): Molly Shannon and Selma Blair star in “Kath
“Kath & Kim” (8:30 p.m., NBC): Molly Shannon and Selma Blair star in “Kath & Kim,” a zany sitcom
Up close with... Dan Williams
When Dan Williams was hired in 2000 to take over the McDonald football program, he was immediately placed in pressure-cooker situation which demanded immediate success.
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local Phantoms tickets now on sale YOUNGSTOWN — Season tickets for the Mahoning Valley Phantoms
Bishop, Holy Family celebrate
The school is marking its 50th anniversary. POLAND — Michael Buranich, 7, and Patrick Brennan,
Naming bid draws interest locally
GM’s Chevy Centre contract for naming rights expired. YOUNGSTOWN — Other businesses are
‘City of Ember’ may spark a new wave of sci-fi fans
The smart film urges young people to think independently and question authority. Heads up, all
Woman charged with harassing teen boy
ST. CHARLES, Ill. (AP) — A woman is accused of badgering her daughter’s teenage ex-boyfriend with
Bus crash highlights lure of casinos for seniors
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The casinos run by American Indian tribes in Northern California work to
TIFFANY COURTNEY/SETH MEYER
TIFFANY COURTNEY SETH MEYER • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Tiffany Courtney and Seth Meyer, both of Las
Looking for a better deal
Opinion: Looking for a better deal EDITOR: We could really benefit from an honest casino operation in
Residue is the pits to remove
Dear Heloise: I have a problem. My husband has used various antiperspirants/deodorants. We can’t
Behavior of clueless schoolmates is no class act
Dear Annie: I am a 13-year-old girl living a wonderful life. Last year, I started attending a new
Behind all the bluster, Russia’s facing collapse
Opinion: The bear is back. That’s what all too many Russia-watchers have been saying since Russian troops
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Bush signs India nuke deal
Bush signs India nuke deal WASHINGTON — President Bush has signed into law a bill that reverses
Lord as ‘Good Shepherd’ provides comfort
No matter what you may be going through today, there is a resting place specifically designed for
Despite injury, Homan delivers
The Ohio State linebacker made 10 tackles with a numb shoulder. COLUMBUS — Ross Homan says he
Story of Obama’s political rise scary
Opinion: Critics of Barack Obama make a strategic mistake when they talk about his “past associations.” That
Archbishop decries acts against Christians
BAGHDAD (AP) — An Iraqi archbishop expressed concern Wednesday over what he called a “campaign of
Mortgage proposal draws mixed reviews
One economist said he finds McCain’s bailout plan ‘quite unsettling.’ LOS ANGELES — Just about
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., clothing giveaway, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
JENNIFER GLASSMAN/NATHAN JACOBS
JENNIFER GLASSMAN NATHAN JACOBS • MEREDITH, N.H. — Church Landing on the shores of Lake
STEPHANIE DONAHUE/PHILIP RHODES
STEPHANIE DONAHUE PHILIP RHODES • BOARDMAN — Stephanie Shannon Donahue, a daughter of Maureen J.
Simpsons comics writer to appear at store
BOARDMAN — Youngstown native Chris Yambar, a writer and artist for The Simpsons comic books, will
KRISTEN CAPPELLINO/NICHOLAS GENNARO
KRISTEN CAPPELLINO NICHOLAS GENNARO • YOUNGSTOWN — Kristen Marie Cappellino, a daughter of Rick
Knightley's ‘Duchess’ is a royal bore
The director takes a workmanlike approach. Why is it that the most aggressively art directed
Unbeaten Giants dominate opponents
New York is off to its best start since winning their first 10 games in 1990. EAST RUTHERFORD,
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Jazz quartet rocks live, blurs structure with improvisation
In Pittsburgh Friday, jazz group blink. experiments with the energy of rock. Lots of labels
Rays feeling good about chances against Boston
Tampa Bay held a 10-8 edge in regular season, winning eight of nine at home. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.
Musician Joe Buck in a class all by himself
He performs by himself, but don’t call him a one-man band. Before you read about singer-
‘Eleventh Hour’ hopes to blind us with science
The CBS series premieres tonight. LOS ANGELES — There’s a lot of concern about science running
Sam Goodwill returns with new lineup
“There’s been major ups and downs, even like is it even going to work out?” Sam Buonavolonta
Struthers council OKs gas-program bill
Four candidates for clerk of council will be interviewed next Wednesday. STRUTHERS — City
After a nine-month hiatus brought on by a change of ownership, rock’n’roll is back at
After a nine-month hiatus brought on by a change of ownership, rock’n’roll is back at The Wedge in
Board of health offering flu shots
Mahoning County District Board of Health is offering the flu shot for $25 at its clinic from 9 a.m.
Browns ready to take show against Giants on Sunday
Cleveland feels it’s ready to turn the season around with the Super Bowl champs. BEREA (AP) —
To avoid prison, former lawyer gives up license
Gray took $85,359 from his aunt while working on a probate case for her. WARREN — Former
Western leaders: Is it time to talk with the Taliban?
At least 131 U.S. troops have died in Afghanistan this year, a record annual number. LONDON (AP)
RATES
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday, Oct.
America as superpower: shaken, not deposed
The U.S. still has a lot of strengths over its international partners and rivals, one professor
Another reader benefits from eating coconut
Q. I read your coconut macaroon article and asked my doctor about using coconut instead of my
Youngstown officials blast writer over city’s portrayal
Youngstown officials blast writer over city’s portrayal The article’s author said he didn’t intend
ColumbuS DaY
ColumbuS DaY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
auditions \ Where to try out for roles
ACTORS/SINGERS “A Musical Christmas Carol.” Pittsburgh CLO Academy of Musical Theater, Penn Ave.,
GAS SAVINGS \ What we could expect Below are scenarios of savings consumers will see with a continuation of the falling gas prices seen in the last week.
At the current average rate of $3.33, down from about $3.90, a consumer will save 57 cents per
‘CITY OF EMBER’
‘CITY OF EMBER’ Grade: B Director: Gil Kenan Running time: 1 hour, 32 minutes Rating: PG for
Push for regionalization could get a boost Nov. 4
Editorial: A recent meeting of 80 or so elected and appointed government officials from Mahoning and Trumbull
Stem cells taken from testicles are option to embryos, study says
Testicular cells avoid the ethical issue found with embryos, a researcher said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Official: Columbiana Co. crime is up
The county this year already has passed the number of felony cases from 2007. LISBON —
Ancient stories undermine campaigns
Opinion: Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama has been videotaped palling around — well, maybe not
Global crisis demands a global response
Opinion: The financial crisis has gone global. Stock indexes have fallen and credit markets are seizing up
Royal Oaks to host outdoor rock festival
YOUNGSTOWN — The first Pabstolutely Festival, an all-day event featuring 12 live bands, will be
Mill and fill project
Mill and fill project AUSTINTOWN— The Mahoning Avenue mill and fill construction project is on
Biofuel plants hit financial roadblock
Plans for biofuel plants are abandoned across the country. LILBOURN, Mo. (AP) — It’s one of the
“Nailing down Senator Obama’s various tax proposals is like nailing Jell-O to the wall.
Opinion: “Nailing down Senator Obama’s various tax proposals is like nailing Jell-O to the wall. There has
Happy to be alive
Happy to be alive NEW YORK — Former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, who always has been afraid of
Seeking help solving fires
The state has identified eight fires that were arson or likely arson. SALEM — The Division of
‘Starter Wife’ skewers Hollywood hypocrisy
The show starring Debra Messing premieres Friday. A tale of two comedies: “Kath & Kim”
Today is Thursday, Oct. 9, the 283rd day of 2008. There are 83 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Oct. 9, the 283rd day of 2008. There are 83 days left in the year. On this date
One small step
Washington Post: We’re not fond of the any-port-in-a-storm style of lawmaking in Congress. Bills
Study: Bullet fragments spread lead in venison
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A study on bullet fragmentation begun over concern about lead in hunter-harvested
Down market hits one-year mark
The end of the bear market is tough to predict but it could be years away. CHICAGO (AP) — The bear
White House calls AIG execs’ retreat ‘despicable’
AIG spent $440,000 on an executive retreat right after its bailout. WASHINGTON (AP) — The White
Bad economic times lead to good health, some argue
In a recession, people eat out less often and buy less alcohol and fewer cigarettes, the argument
Opening statements to begin in teen’s capital murder jury trial
YOUNGSTOWN — Opening statements in the capital murder jury trial of Michael A. Davis will be at 8:30
if you go
if you go Who: blink When: 8 p.m. Friday Where: Garfield Artworks, 4931 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh
3 based in U.S. win chemistry Nobel
The fluorescent protein they discovered and developed helps track cell processes and damage.
‘BODY OF LIES’
‘BODY OF LIES’ Grade: C Director: Ridley Scott Running time: 2 hours 5 minutes Rating: R for
‘THE DUCHESS’
‘THE DUCHESS’ Grade: C- Director: Saul Dibb Stars: Keira Knightley, Ralph Fiennes Length:
Post- debate rhetoric heats up
The Obama campaign roundly criticized McCain’s new mortgage proposal. BETHLEHEM, Pa. —
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Analysis: McCain runs more negative ads than does Obama
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Nearly every TV ad Republican John McCain ran last week was negative, compared
‘THE EXPRESS’
‘THE EXPRESS’ Grade: C Director: Gary Fleder Running time: 2 hours, 3 minutes Rating: PG for
GAS PRICES By the numbers Below are the current gas averages for the Youngstown-Warren regional area as of Wednesday afternoon.
Reg.MidPrem.Diesel Wednesday$3.330$3.466$3.605$3.913 Tuesday$3.372$3.510$3.651$3.923 Month
Second teen arrested in robbery
The victim is thankful for her neighbor’s watchfulness and the police response. BOARDMAN —
Ads were pulled but Seinfeld fans can see him at Stambaugh
Jerry Seinfeld was seen last month in a somewhat bizarre TV ad campaign for Microsoft Corp. that
Chicago’s Cook County won’t evict in foreclosures
CHICAGO (AP) — The sheriff here said Wednesday that he’s ordering his deputies to stop evicting
Burglar sprays woman, steals purse
The victim’s daughter caught a brief glimpse of the man. AUSTINTOWN — A township woman was
‘The Express’ fails to score points
‘The Express’ fails to score points k“The Express” is a decently crafted movie about football
Man faces felonious assault, other charges
YOUNGSTOWN — Police have charged Ronald Washington, 52, with felonious assault, unlawful restraint
“That would be ... one of the biggest statements of the last 40 years in boxing,” Pavlik
“That would be ... one of the biggest statements of the last 40 years in boxing,” Pavlik said. “The
Steelers in big need of bye week
Injuries have them down to their fourth string tailback. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The upcoming bye week
Corbin elected secretary of Catholic Charities USA board
The Youngstown man heads Catholic Charities Services in the Diocese of Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN —
Fed grants AIG loan for $37.8B
It’s the second loan that’s been recently given to AIG. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Federal Reserve
yards passing.
yards passing. Sophomore quarterback Cody Kirby (5-foot-11, 200 pounds) leads the offense. He’s
Housing exchanged for commitment
College students sign contract to attend worship services and to perform community service.
It isn’t likely to be approved any time soon.
It isn’t likely to be approved any time soon. An OHSAA sub-committee has recommended adding a
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