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Dupuis wins it in OT as Penguins beat Flyers 3-2
PITTSBURGH — Pascal Dupuis scored on a slap shot from along the edge of the left circle with 10.8
Cavs lose again to Celtics
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Leon Powe scored 17 points, including the go-ahead basket with just over two
City man acquitted in murder case
YOUNGSTOWN — A jury has found a 26-year-old city man innocent of charges that he aided three other
Jurors in Davis trial have reached a verdict
YOUNGSTOWN — Jurors in the aggravated murder and arson case against Michael A. Davis have reached a
Buckeyes may go with two QBs
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State coach Jim Tressel has no doubt Terrelle Pryor is the best quarterback to
Steelers getting healthy coming off bye week
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin’s weekly news conference Tuesday was
Tate’s confession still can’t be used as evidence
YOUNGSTOWN — A third capital murder trial is set to move forward Nov. 10 in Mahoning County Common
Leson finds home with YSU tennis
YOUNGSTOWN — Boardman native Christopher Leson finds himself in an unusual position with the
QB Corsaro quits YSU football squad
YOUNGSTOWN — Although nothing that happens to the Youngstown State football team this season is
Two Trumbull deputies resign, avoid hearing
WARREN — Two sergeants in the Trumbull County Sheriff’s Department accused of taking charitable
Boardman hospital gets $302,000 grant
BOARDMAN — The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mahoning Valley & Western Pennsylvania recently
Friends, family talk about Girard pre-teen who drowned Monday
GIRARD — Family, friends, classmates and teachers are dealing with the shocking death of a pre-teen
Warren fire chief found innocent in assault case
NILES — Warren Fire Chief Ken Nussle has been found innocent of hitting a former girlfriend in her
Local truck dealer faces loss of Sterling line
AUSTINTOWN — A local truck dealer is scrambling after it learned Tuesday that it is losing one of
Youngstown meeting today on decreasing juvenile violence canceled
YOUNGSTOWN — A meeting at 4:45 p.m. today by Councilman John Swierz, D-7th to discuss the
Alzheimer’s group plans Medicaid Seminar
YOUNGSTOWN — The Alzheimer’s Assistance and Referral Network is offering a Medicaid Seminar to help
Divorce recovery program available at Hubbard church
HUBBARD — A nondenominational divorce recovery program meets from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays in the
Michael Davis trial | Jurors start deliberations
YOUNGSTOWN — The jury in the aggravated murder and arson case against Michael A. Davis will begin
Robbery charge follows crash into ditch
BOARDMAN — A Youngstown man faces charges of aggravated robbery, carrying a concealed weapon and
Ohio executes Richard Cooey
LUCASVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Ohio on Tuesday executed a 5-foot-7, 267-pound double murderer who argued he
Testimony in Adams trial pushed back to Wednesday
YOUNGSTOWN — Testimony in the murder trial of Bennie Adams will begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday before
Biden: Ohioans could decide next American decade
WARREN – What kind of a draw is Democratic vice-presidential nominee Sen. Joe Biden?
GMAC bases vehicle financing on higher credit scores
GMAC bases vehicle financing on higher credit scores
Michael Davis trial | The defense rests
YOUNGSTOWN — Michael A. Davis’ aggravated murder and arson death-penalty trial switched briefly to
Another YSU QB quits the team
YOUNGSTOWN — For the second time in just over five weeks a Youngstown State starting quarterback has
Here’s where to look for the latest news
Today’s a great news day in the Valley. Keep clicking here for the latest on three big stories:
Survivors to meet
Survivors to meet BOARDMAN — The next meeting of Survivors of Suicide of Mahoning County will be
TASHA JOHNSTON/NICHOLAS GESACION III
TASHA JOHNSTON NICHOLAS GESACION III • POLAND — Tasha Ann Johnston became the bride of Nicholas
ERIN ROBERTS/JASON ORR
ERIN ROBERTS JASON ORR • WELLSVILLE — Erin Lynn Roberts, a daughter of Bill and Vicki Roberts of
NOELLE SIMON/ANDREW COGGINS
NOELLE SIMON ANDREW COGGINS • NILES — Noelle C. Simon and Andrew J. Coggins, both of Fort Myers,
Jaworski recalls MNF via dorm TV
The ESPN broadcaster spoke about the first Monday Night game between the Browns and Jets — in 1970.
13 ‘Schools of Promise’ revealed in Valley
The program applies to schools with at least 40 percent low-income pupils. YOUNGSTOWN —
Energy plant needs 1 permit
Officials said the local economy is already picking up. WELLSVILLE — The proposed Baard Energy
Workshop encourages YEC student authors
Workshop encourages YEC student authors The students had 15 minutes to create a fictional story
Survey recognizes Hubbard library
The library has wireless capabilities in addition to its 20 computers. HUBBARD — Those
Sheriff aims to fire two sergeants
The Trumbull County officers are accused of misusing donations to a nonprofit organization.
Beastie Boys, Sheryl Crow to play Valley for voter harmony
Tickets for the Get Out and Vote ’08 concert in Youngstown go on sale Friday. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Ex-sports anchor Boney weathers the storm at 33
He’ll mark his 29th anniversary at the television station later this month. BOARDMAN — Stan
Austintown hires firm to study line ownership
The trustees question who owns the water and sewer lines in the township. AUSTINTOWN — A
Browns stick it to Giants
Browns clobber champs; Anderson passes for 2 TDs Eric Wright’s interception touchdown killed New
Valley native hits the jackpot on TV game show in California
The former Austintowner said he never expected to win $25,000 on ‘Catch 21.’ When Tony
Ouch! For both Palmer’s sore elbow and Bengals
After Cincinnati’s 26-14 loss to the Jets, the quarterback stayed in New York for a second opinion.
Matta has few vets for season
At media day, the coach acknowledged that he’ll have more freshmen than anything else. COLUMBUS
Indians’ Hafner will have surgery
The Tribe’s designated hitter has a strained right shoulder. CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians designated
Ron Chick’s Friends to entertain at Lucianno’s
AUSTINTOWN — Ron Chick’s Friends has found a new home at Lucianno’s Banquet Center. The band,
Study: Foreign hostage-taking up 500% worldwide since ’04
Militants around the world have adopted the methods of the most violent figures in the Iraq
12-year-old drowns
12-year-old drowns GIRARD — An investigation is under way into the death of a 12-year-old boy who
Daley, Obama shrug off connection to Bill Ayers
Opinion: Turn on the TV news when John McCain is picking up undecided voters by invoking Barack Obama’s
Husband’s stepfather rules out race relations
Dear Annie: My husband and I have two wonderful daughters, ages 5 and 6. We have always wanted to
Bucci knows best what parochial series entails
As master of the Ursuline rivalry, Don Bucci coached Cardinal Mooney’s football team in 37 of the games.
SOCCER roundup \ Monday’s games
GIRLS TOURNAMENTS DIVISION I Boardman 3, Warren Harding 0 BOARDMAN — Heather Hughes scored two
Cell phones mark 25 years of service
The first commercial cell phone call in the U.S. was made 25 years ago this week: Bob Barnett, then
Execution given go-ahead
Execution given go-ahead CINCINNATI — Prison staff examined veins on an Ohio death row inmate who
ohio scholastic soccer coaches association
ohio scholastic soccer coaches association State poll Week 6 of 7 Boys Division I No. Team
Something decisive needed
Five thoughts floating around my head with the Kelly Pavlik-Bernard Hopkins fight five days away.
Debate keeps Congress race tight
The debate was the second of three before the election. SHARON, Pa. — He’s a 14-year
NHL ROUNDUP \ Monday’s games
Rangers 4, Devils 1 NEW YORK — Brandon Dubinsky had a goal and two assists and linemate Aaron
MVSD discusses options for Strock Stone House
The house was built in 1831 and is a national registered historic place. MINERAL RIDGE —
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Donald Jr. and Amanda Porter, Canfield, girl, Oct. 11. Forum
TV judge to settle Hubbard dispute
The show airs at 3 p.m. today on Hubbard’s FOX Channel 8. HUBBARD – Two local women will have
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP News and notes
Clark honored: Youngstown native Darryll Clark (Ursuline) was the Big Ten offensive player of the
Akron-Canton Airport applies for flight to D.C.
Landing and takeoff slots at the airport are restricted. Akron-Canton Airport officials are
Romo lost with broken finger
Forty-year-old Brad Johnson takes over when the Cowboys play at St. Louis. IRVING, Texas (AP) —
PAYING ATTENTION: DeVonte Wilson, a freshman in the Youngstown Early College program, listens
PAYING ATTENTION: DeVonte Wilson, a freshman in the Youngstown Early College program, listens
Police chief trying to get generators for outages
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Police Chief Vince D’Egidio told village council on Monday that the village needs
Better to ignore the screeds
Opinion: Better to ignore the screeds EDITOR: Normally I ignore the screeds of such as Star Parker (Oct.
Israel planning to attack Iran
Opinion: Month after month, the nation’s attention seems to ping-pong back and forth between the world’s two
Gerberry, Hagan, Okey earn retention in the Ohio House
Editorial: Like many Ohioans, we are unhappy with the musical chairs being played in the Ohio General Assembly
Strock Stone House
Strock Stone House Built in 1831 by William Strock on 200 acres. Address: 7171 Mahoning Avenue
Teachers, board set contract talks today
The superintendent says the district can’t afford what the teachers want. EAST PALESTINE —
Investor patience pays
A Valley financial planner says it is best to be a long-term investor. Patience pays off. The
Phillies rally to lead LA after eight innings, 7-5
Game 4 of the NL championship series was not completed for this edition. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shane
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Sept. 28 Dangerous
BAARD PLANT
Here’s a time line of events in the development of the Baard Energy coal-to-liquid fuel plant:
Stone’s ‘W.’ depicts private, human Bush
Stone hopes the film will prompt pre-election reflection. LOS ANGELES — Oliver Stone thinks
MARKER: This marker stands near the Strock house, which is listed in the National Register of
MARKER: This marker stands near the Strock house, which is listed in the National Register of
FINES \ NLCS
LOS ANGELES — Manny Ramirez and Dodgers teammate Hiroki Kuroda were among four players fined Monday
Races rematch congressional candidates
In 11 congressional races, the second time around could be the charm. NEW BRIGHTON, Pa. (AP) —
Today vs. the Great Depression
Federal leaders are taking steps that government officials didn’t in 1929. The federal
Ayers is a meaningless election distraction
Opinion: WASHINGTON — The real “man of the hour” at the latest presidential debate was the man who wasn’t
Scrap theft is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week:
Scrap theft is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime: The theft of
Actress who was Marcia Brady describes addiction in her book
When ‘The Brady Bunch’ ended, McCormick partied hard and messed up her life. NEW YORK (AP) — As
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14, the 288th day of 2008. There are 78 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14, the 288th day of 2008. There are 78 days left in the year. On this date
“We’re beginning a downward spiral, not just in finance ... but in the whole economy. We
Opinion: “We’re beginning a downward spiral, not just in finance ... but in the whole economy. We need quick
Vindy.com News Podcast for October 14, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, October 14, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Bailed-out firms must cut back on perks
Opinion: Should I ever be fortunate enough to be bailed out from the rigors of my workaday life, look for me
final debate Details
When: 9 p.m. Wednesday Where: Hofstra University, Hempstead, N.Y. On TV: NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, Fox
Wall Street recovering
The Dow posts its biggest one-day point gain. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street stormed back from last
No merger deal for Chrysler LLC, CEO memo says
An analyst questions whether Chrysler can make it as a stand-alone company. NEW YORK (AP) — The
Jonas Brothers to play at Thanksgiving game
Jonas Brothers to play at Thanksgiving game IRVING, Texas — The Jonas Brothers will perform during
North-South vulnerable. North deals.
North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x5 uK 7 6 4 vA K 9 8 2 wA 7 3 WEST EAST x10
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“The Choice” (9 p.m., PBS): “Frontline” first aired a profile of presidential candidates during the
Program to provide special transportation
YOUNGSTOWN — Eastgate Regional Council of Governments announces the fiscal year 2009 Specialized
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) English League Soccer. Noon (FSN Pitt) NFL: Steelers press conference. 1
JOE BIDEN
JOE BIDEN Campaign visit Democratic vice-presidential nominee Sen. Joe Biden will lead a Change
Lisa Bisconti and Robert O’Bryant plan fall wedding in Boardman
• KIRTLAND — Lisa Bisconti of Kirtland and Robert O’Bryant of 9107 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland,
Mich. mom drops off teen in Neb.
Mich. mom drops off teen in Neb. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A Michigan mother drove roughly 12 hours to
Here are some helpful facts about sending a fax
Dear Heloise: My phone number must be close to one or more fax numbers. If a person attempting to
Chargers’ big plays, not altered routine, stung Pats
BOSTON (AP) — Spending a week practicing in California wasn’t the Patriots’ problem. Playing there
Retirement only out for Big Brown
By the year’s end, his stud career will begin, preventing him from getting back on the track one
Obama, McCain battle on economy
Obama presented some new ideas; McCain is sticking by his mortgage buyback plan. WASHINGTON —
LIBERTY: Liberty’s win over Hubbard moved the Leopards up to second.
Liberty’s win over Hubbard moved the Leopards up to second. It will be No. 1 vs. No. 3 when
Bowden steps down at Clemson
Athletic director Terry Don Phillips said Bowden was not forced out as coach. COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP)
Disappointment oozes from halls of Ann Arbor
Rich Rodriguez isn’t having the season he had hoped for in his first year at Michigan. ANN ARBOR,
Scholar, columnist wins Nobel in economics
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Paul Krugman, the Princeton University scholar, New York Times columnist
2 huge wildfires burn near LA; at least 2 are dead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two huge wildfires driven by strong Santa Ana winds burned into neighborhoods
Northern Ohio PGA
Northern Ohio PGA Mitchell-Haskell Tour The Country Club Pepper Pike, OH First round results
Warren officer said Youngstown woman tried to grab his gun
WARREN — Charges are pending against a 24-year-old Youngstown woman who police say lunged toward a
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Coitsville Township trustees, study session, 5:30; regular meeting, 6, town
Business news digest
NATION Waste Management pulls back bid for Republic HARTFORD, Conn. — Waste Management Inc., the
VOLLEYBALL \Monday’s tournament games
DIVISION I Fitch 25-25-25, Copley 13-20-16 STOW — Jena Baun had 16 assists, four kills, three
Second Harvest receives funds of $20,000
YOUNGSTOWN — The Second Harvest Food Bank recently received $20,000 in grant money and donations for
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Atlanta 22, Chicago 20 Houston 29, Miami 28 Minnesota 12, Detroit 10 New
Cards’ Pujols has elbow surgery
He hopes not to have to undergo a more rigorous procedure later. ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols
Homers lift Rays past Bosox, 9-1
B.J. Upton, Evan Longoria, Rocco Baldelli and Carlos Pena hit for the circuit. BOSTON (AP) — B.J.
Woman, 56, missing
Woman, 56, missing HUBBARD — Township police are asking for the public’s help in finding a 56-
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
• Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 will meet for breakfast at 10 a.m. Wednesday at
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