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Phantoms improve to 6-0-1 with OT victory
ALPENA, Mich. — Doug Clifford scored his second goal of the game with 2:18 remaining in overtime
American Standard workers remain on strike
Company officials could not be reached Friday night.
Body of missing Hubbard Township woman found; no foul play suspected
HUBBARD — The search for a missing woman has ended in tragedy for a township family. Township
Man stopped speeding away from drug house
YOUNGSTOWN — A man stopped for speeding after police saw him pull away from a known drug house on
You can get 20 years just for shooting at a Pennsylvania cop
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Gov. Ed Rendell has signed a bill that increases the mandatory minimum sentence
National School Bus Safety week starts Monday
COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Highway Patrol reminds children and motorists that National School Bus
Last Comic Standing at Powers is canceled
YOUNGSTOWN — The Last Comic Standing Live Tour, scheduled to come to Powers Auditorium on Sunday,
Coroner testifies Gina Tenney was either smothered or strangled
YOUNGSTOWN — Gina Tenney died either from her breath being take away from smothering or from being
Hillary Clinton at YSU for Obama campaign
YOUNGSTOWN — New York Sen. Hillary Clinton, who was last here on her own presidential campaign — and
American Standard closes in anticipation of walk-out
SALEM — American Standards Brands said it will close its plant at 1 p.m. today in response to
Burglary suspects caught out of gas
BOARDMAN — Two suspected burglars learned that despite the high price of gas, sometimes it pays to
Man crashes into police cruiser, admits drinking beforehand
YOUNGSTOWN — “I don’t need to take any tests, I’m drunk,” a New Middletown man told police after he
Taste of the Valley raises $630K for Second Harvest Food Bank
YOUNGSTOWN — Second Harvest Food Bank of Mahoning Valley’s 17th annual Taste of the Valley raised
Weathersfield Schools faces deficit by 2012
MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Board of Education has learned the district faces a deficit by the end
Youngstown fire dept. captain escapes injury at South Side blaze
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire captain jumped out a window early today while at the scene of a vacant house
Block watch meeting
AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Wickliffe Block Watch will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at Wickliffe Christian
Grand matrons named at Eastern Star event
DAYTON — The Dayton Convention Center was the setting for the 119th annual convention of the Order
Fall Fest cemetery walk, pumpkin contest set
GIRARD — Girard Historical Society will sponsor a Fall Fest on Oct. 25 with activities scheduled
NAACP schedules events
YOUNGSTOWN — A general membership meeting is scheduled by the NAACP Youngstown Branch for 6 p.m.
Officers elected by Kiwanis Club
CANFIELD — The Kiwanis Club of Western Mahoning County elected Dave Pinney as president during a
Four-day sale planned
MINERAL RIDGE — A four-day trash and treasure sale is planned by the First United Methodist Church
Ridge firemen’s group plans dinner and raffle
Ridge firemen’s group plans dinner and raffle MINERAL RIDGE — The Mineral Ridge Fireman’s
The actor once had a tryout with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The actor once had a tryout with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Ursuline faithful want to get back the traveling shillelagh.
The Ursuline faithful want to get back the traveling shillelagh.
Youngstown hopes to sparkle when NBC films after dark
Camera crews will be downtown after dusk, and Youngstown aims to shine a positive light.
Bishop: New post appears unlikely
A candidate wouldn’t even know he was being considered until actually appointed.
Testimony: Actions of accused upset victim
A witness testified to seeing Adams driving the murder victim’s car the night she died.
Canfield’s ground attack cruises to a 40-14 victory against Niles
Canfield’s ground attack cruises to a 40-14 victory against Niles
China’s East-West design debuts in U.S.
Exhibition China Design Now reflects the changing country’s impact on art. CINCINNATI (AP) — A
Will John McCain do anything to win?
Opinion: Although our nation’s economic house is on fire, John McCain isn’t unveiling proposals to put out
Personal checklist for playing your best
No matter how many years you’ve played this game, it’s still important to review a personal
if you go
if you go Who: Anberlin with Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Straylight Run and There For Tomorrow
Ramirez says his free-agent price going up
Game 5 of the Tampa Bay Rays-Boston Red Sox ALCS was not complete in time for this edition. LOS
Last Comic Standing at Powers is canceled
YOUNGSTOWN — The Last Comic Standing Live Tour, scheduled to come to Powers Auditorium on Sunday,
Adams is getting her kicks
A desire to learn, practice and improve over four seasons has made Christina Adams, a senior forward
OSU linemen rip feminine sides
The Buckeyes worked on their many troublesome areas. COLUMBUS (AP) — In coffee shops, on city
Vindy.com News Podcast for October 17, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, October 17, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
High School VOLLEYBALL \ Tournament matches
DIVISION II Salem 25-25-25, Akron East 5-6-10 BOARDMAN — Morgan Ningus had seven kills and a
“Crusoe” (9 p.m., NBC): Loosely based on Daniel Defoe’s classic novel, the new
“Crusoe” (9 p.m., NBC): Loosely based on Daniel Defoe’s classic novel, the new drama series “Crusoe”
Social Security benefits going up 5.8%, adding $63 to retiree’s check
The increase won’t do much to make up for higher prices and diminished savings. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Winslow is back; status is uncertain
He was hospitalized for one week with an undisclosed illness and missed one game. BEREA (AP) —
‘MAX PAYNE’
‘MAX PAYNE’ Grade: D Director: John Moore. Running time: 1 hour, 35 minutes. Rating: PG-13
Economy hits NASCAR
Economy hits NASCAR As companies tighten their belts or even fail, sponsorship money that once
Titanic survivor selling mementos to pay for care
Titanic survivor selling mementos to pay for care LONDON — Millvina Dean was only 2 months old
Jury selected in Britney’s misdemeanor trial
Jury selected in Britney’s misdemeanor trial LOS ANGELES — A jury has been seated in Britney
IRISH EYES ARE SMILING: Ursuline cheerleaders, from left , Cara Mia Gatti, Nina Ballone, Lauren
IRISH EYES ARE SMILING: Ursuline cheerleaders, from left , Cara Mia Gatti, Nina Ballone, Lauren
GAME TIME Mooney vs. Ursuline
GAME TIME Mooney vs. Ursuline Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. today at Stambaugh Stadium Records: Mooney 7-1,
Specter visits steel plant
The Republican talked about steel, the economy and the country’s energy options.
With new challenges in mind, Anberlin moves to major labelSFlb
The band just released its debut effort with Universal Republic records. Anberlin singer
Capitals rally, beat Pens, 4-3, at Mellon
Washington had to fight off three Pittsburgh power plays to earn the win. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Boyd
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities
ASSOCIATIONS • American Association of University Women, Gourmet Group, will meet for lunch at 1
First CT scans confirm lambeosaur brain capacity
Scientists used computers to fill in gaps in fossilized heads of the creatures. If there was an
Mooney QB led victory in 1958
Teammate Fran Lyons says Jim Traficant made his teammates better players. YOUNGSTOWN — One of
“This is for the city, for Philadelphia. We have one more step, one big step — then
Opinion: “This is for the city, for Philadelphia. We have one more step, one big step — then we’re going to
Polamalu: NFL’s rules too strict
The NFL is enforcing strictly all contact rules, especially those involving QBs. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Obama not getting all black votes
Opinion: LOS ANGELES — For the first time in history, an African American looks to be close to winning the
British artist finds soul in Motown
Duffy is scheduled to open Tuesday’s Coldplay concert in Cleveland. Odds are singer-songwriter
MLB defers to Obama for TV time on Fox
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball has agreed to push back the start time of a potential World
‘Max Payne’ offers viewer minimum pleasure
The film hides its video-game roots well. “Max Payne” is a conventional cop-vengeance thriller
Austintown company outfits stores with people counters
The company provides the counting devices for all Abercrombie & Fitch stores. BOARDMAN — Next
LINEUPs \ YSU vs. Southern Illinois
YSU OFFENSE RT — (76) BOBBY COATES (6-4, 300, Soph.); (74) Greg Sazdanoff (6-3, 270, RFr.) RG —
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Jessica Williams and Andrew Garchar, New Spirngfield, boy, Oct.
Hints make it possible to reuse those little slivers of soaps
Dear Heloise: Is there some way to melt those soap chips that are left at the end of a bar of soap?
GAME TIME Ohio State at Michigan State
GAME TIME Ohio State at Michigan State Kickoff: Saturday, 3:30 p.m. Records: Ohio State 6-1,
GAME TIME Penn State vs. Michigan
GAME TIME Penn State vs. Michigan Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Beaver Stadium, State College,
Today is Friday, Oct. 17, the 291st day of 2008. There are 75 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Oct. 17, the 291st day of 2008. There are 75 days left in the year. On this date in
Does size of the crowd matter? We’ll find out Nov. 4
Opinion: “It’s time for us as Americans to get up. America is ready to get up. You’re ready to get up. I’m
A disappointing debate
A disappointing debate Sacramento Bee: The last of three presidential debates couldn’t have taken
The Regional Chamber and Youngstown State University presented their annual Growth Awards to local
The Regional Chamber and Youngstown State University presented their annual Growth Awards to local
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David R. Maloney, 23, of 98 Jennette Drive, Boardman,
Salem, McDonald will defend titles
The Div. II and III district cross country meets will be run on Saturday. BAZETTA — The
Outdoor classroom verses kids in nature
Parents, teachers, pupils, donations and grants made the outdoor classroom a reality. POLAND —
Phillies entitled to a little R & R before a return to World Series
Recent history doesn’t favor teams that sit the longest. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — They’ll take batting
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Thursday’s games
College Football \ Thursday’s games Florida State 26, N.C. State 17 RALEIGH, N.C. — Christian
ROUNDUP \ Thursday’s other games
Devils 1, Thrashers 0 ATLANTA — Martin Brodeur made 25 saves for his 97th career shutout and first
MORE ALLEGATIONS \ ODOT scandal
Here are some additional findings from the inspector general’s office on the investigation into
Phantoms get player from famous hockey family
Jordy Trottier’s father and two uncles played in the NHL. BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Phantoms
Defensive linemen make QBs uneasy
Penn State’s Aaron Maybin is the Big Ten’s leader in sacks and tackles for losses. STATE COLLEGE,
HOT ICE, COOL SOUNDS
HOT ICE, COOL SOUNDS Tickets for the show Good seats remain available for Saturday’s Hot Ice,
Burger eater snarfs 15 pounds of meat
To top the burger off, the consumer swallowed 5.2 pounds of garnishes, too. CLEARFIELD, Pa. (AP) —
Civil War history show
Civil War history show YOUNGSTOWN — Local historian Steffon W. Jones presents a Civil War
Stock prices shoot up as volatility continues
First-time claims for unemployment benefits declined last week NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street turned
Grandparents get to spend school day with grandkids
1A revival of a decades-old tradition in the district, Thursday’s Grandparents Day invited pupils’
Killer to spend life in prison
A jury from Mercer County was bused to Clearfield to hear the murder case. CLEARFIELD, Pa. (AP) —
‘Joe the Plumber’ doesn’t have license, paper says
Wurzelbacher does appear to be a registered voter. “Joe the Plumber” isn’t a plumber — at
Police arrest suspect in double homicide
YOUNGSTOWN — A suspect in an Akron double homicide that happened in January was caught by city
Brunner appeals voter-fraud suit by GOP
The Democrat said the appeals court decision risks disenfranchising voters. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s
YOUTH RALLY: Pupils from area grade schools, such as John Phay of St. Charles in Boardman, center,
YOUTH RALLY: Pupils from area grade schools, such as John Phay of St. Charles in Boardman, center,
Obama renews efforts to link McCain to Bush
Obama renews efforts to link McCain to Bush LONDONDERRY, N.H. — Democrat Barack Obama opened the
ODOT caught in stripper scandal
An anonymous complaint in April 2007 prompted the investigation. COLUMBUS — Sex in a minivan
September consumer prices were flat, Labor Department reports
Falling oil prices suggest gas prices will keep dropping. WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumer prices were
MetroHealth move could affect 4,000
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has already pulled out of the state. The MetroHealth System
HILLARY CLINTON
HILLARY CLINTON Today’s visit CHANGE WE NEED RALLY What: Clinton will highlight Democrats
High School SOCCER \ Tournament matches
GIRLS DIVISION I Canfield 1, Boardman 0 BOARDMAN — Molly Martin scored and goalkeeper Kelly
Mahoning County Indictments
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: Lesa J. Jennings, 53, of
Eminent domain possible for Flight 93 Memorial in Pa.
SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — The National Park Service will use an independent appraiser to determine the
Catching up with Devo before tonight’s concert
The Akron new -wave legends return to play in their hometown. Devo hasn’t released a new album
Crisis due to flawed response to China
Opinion: The financial turmoil has pushed the Obama campaign into the lead, and this is mostly justified.
Lieutenant governor faces cancer treatment
The treatment is intensive and there is no prognosis. HARRISBURG (AP) — Lt. Gov. Catherine Baker
Canfield’s ground attack cruises to a 40-14 victory against Niles
The Cardinals rolled up 346 rushing yards behind senior quarterback Adam Muth. NILES — The
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” CBS.
In the 65th District: Harwood
Editorial: In the 65th District: Harwood Sandra Stabile Harwood, a Democrat of Niles is running for re-
‘We The People’ don’t seem to matter
Opinion: Anyone desiring a preview of what the federal judiciary would look like under a Barack Obama
Happy couple should keep friends guessing about relationship
Dear Annie: I’m a 17-year-old boy. My girlfriend and I have been dating for a month and are
Car hauler to add jobs in tax deal
The company will add 30 new jobs. LORDSTOWN — A village company will use an enterprise-zone
Super Bowl tickets reach $1,000 first time
NEW YORK (AP) — The official price of Super Bowl tickets will reach $1,000 for the first time this
FLU SHOTS | Information
flu shot \ Information Here are times, dates and locations that organizations are offering flu
GET OUT AND VOTE
GET OUT AND VOTE Concert at the Chevy Tickets for the Oct. 29 Get Out and Vote concert at
FAMOUS FACE: Ursuline alumnus and television star Ed O’Neill gives a speech during the
FAMOUS FACE: Ursuline alumnus and television star Ed O’Neill gives a speech during the school’s pep
GM to lay off 1,600 at Mich., Del. plants
DETROIT (AP) — About 1,600 workers at three General Motors Corp. factories will be laid off
Student killed in shooting near Detroit high school
DETROIT (AP) — A gunman stepped out of a car and shot four teenagers on a primary-school lawn near
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, food distribution 10 to 11 a.m.
Gas prices aren’t following oil’s drop
Gas prices are falling more slowly than oil prices. CHICAGO — Drivers, start your griping.
WHEN WILL WE LEARN? Divorce follows denial for celebrities
As recently as March, we were hearing that ‘all is well and wonderful in the Ritchie household.’ And
DRIVER PROFILES Chase for the championship
A glance at the 12 drivers competing in NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup championship heading into
The five participants in The Vindicator’s “The Undecideds” group.
The five participants in The Vindicator’s “The Undecideds” group. MARY LOU HOON Age: 66
Sponsors do 180 when dollar tight
Weakened economy will affect NASCAR teams The phone rang off the hook at Hendrick Motorsports
Sen. Joe Biden pays a visit to campaign workers in Ohio
The VP candidate jokingly said he’d try not to erase gains made by Obama. COLUMBUS (AP) —
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