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Skating stars, Cleveland pops rock the Chevy

The show will air Christmas day.


HGTV gardener lectures at Fellows

She's hosted the HGTV show for 13 years.


Youngstowner takes helm at Reader's Digest

She was editor of the Redmen Review at Wilson High School.


Genealogy, photo preservation workshops set

The workshops will be at the Youngstown Historical Center.


Annual Hispanic dinner Friday

Tickets are $60.


Fall color beginning to peak

There are lots of reds this year.


Get your bargain books here

The sale begins Wednesday.


Egads, Batman! Holy Superheroes!

The convention continues Sunday.


Penguins lose 33-0 to Southern Illinois

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State gained just 207 total yards and committed two turnovers in a 33-0 loss


And this one goes to the Irish

YOUNGSTOWN — After a victory earlier in the season, junior linebacker Jamel Turner said he didn’t

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Back Obama to the end, Clinton tells YSU audience

The N.Y. senator visited Ohio on Friday to stump for the Obama-Biden ticket. YOUNGSTOWN —

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A bridge to remember

Reopening ceremony dedicated to firefighters 1Laura Goist and her daughter, Robin, of Boardman

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Modern ODOT tech-preps for winter

ODOT truck drivers use infrared sensors that gauge road-surface temperatures. LISBON — New


Coroner’s report to show if death was suicide

The body of the missing woman was found Thursday. HUBBARD — The search for a missing woman has


Economy on lockdown forces drivers to lock up

The county prosecutor said the days of leaving your car unlocked are over. LISBON — Columbiana


Phantoms remain unbeaten; defeat Alpena 4-3 in overtime

ALPENA, Mich. — Doug Clifford scored his second goal of the game with 2:18 remaining in overtime


Ozanich sixth at state golf

Canfield’s boys team was in 12th place and all the local tennis players lost. COLUMBUS — Kelsey


Union workers keep on striking

Standard Brand workers said they’d be fired if they don’t return to work Monday. SALEM —

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Buckeyes face strong team in Michigan State

Both teams are tied with Penn State for the Big Ten lead. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — At least a


Winslow mum on hospital stay

The Browns tight end took part in practice Friday and was in good spirits. BEREA (AP) — Cleveland


Penn State solid favorite at home

The Nittany Lions have lost nine straight games to Michigan since 1997. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) —


Hurting district budgets warrant school-levy approval, officials say

Youngstown schools will ask voters a fourth time to approve a 9.5-mill levy. YOUNGSTOWN — A


Limas Sweed may finally get to play for Pittsburgh

A second-round pick, Sweed dressed for one game, but didn’t get in. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nearly 11


Jain faith promotes nonviolence

The $20 million temple complex in California recently opened. BUENA PARK, Calif. (AP) — In a


Mother pleads innocent to killing her daughter

Mother pleads innocent to killing her daughter ORLANDO, Fla. — The mother of a missing 3-year-old


Parents announce Lordi-Bacha troth, wedding plans

• The engagement of Sara Lordi and Jason Bacha, both of 119 S. Vine St., Columbiana, is being


Today is Saturday, Oct. 18, the 292nd day of 2008. There are 74 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Saturday, Oct. 18, the 292nd day of 2008. There are 74 days left in the year. On this date


At rally, Palin upholds GOP attack on ACORN

The veep candidate is popular with evangelicals. WEST CHESTER, Ohio (AP) — Vice presidential


Student envies classmates who get aid

Dear Annie: I am a 20-year-old college student who works full time. My biggest problem isn’t that I


Cars make more sense than ‘the Street’

Opinion: NEW YORK — I never understood Wall Street. I could never figure out how people made money by


ERIKA FAIRES/MATTHEW SALZLER

ERIKA FAIRES MATTHEW SALZLER • YOUNGSTOWN — Erika Lyn Faires and Dr. Matthew Joseph Salzler were


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MICHELLE TERZIGNI/JUSTIN KASZOWSKI

MICHELLE TERZIGNI JUSTIN KASZOWSKI • WARREN — The Hawaiian Islands were the honeymoon destination


ERIN McATEE/MICHAEL SWANBECK

ERIN McATEE MICHAEL SWANBECK • FAIRVIEW PARK — The Rev. Michael Lanning officiated at the 2 p.m.


AMBER HROMYAK/ERIC ZIEGLER

AMBER HROMYAK ERIC ZIEGLER • YOUNGSTOWN — The Sept. 20 wedding of Amber Hromyak and Eric Ziegler


It’s a pickle to be Treasury secretary: sour, crunched

Hopefuls Obama and McCain are both surrounded by experienced advisers. WASHINGTON (AP) — The next


Act of not voting this year is not apathy

Opinion: All my life, I’ve cast votes in presidential elections that were votes against the Democrat rather


Sarah Palin to be on ‘SNL’ tonight

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin is set to appear on tonight’s


SDLqHulk Hogan’s Celebrity Championship Wrestling” (8 p.m., CMT): Tabitha from

SDLqHulk Hogan’s Celebrity Championship Wrestling” (8 p.m., CMT): Tabitha from “Bewitched” and Danny


Political impasse prolongs the suffering in Zimbabwe

Editorial: A month has passed since a power-sharing deal was announced in the economically ravaged central


Business news digest

REGION Wheatland Tube plans many short-term layoffs WHEATLAND, Pa. — Wheatland Tube Co. is


Pavlik, Hopkins both have a goal

Despite their successes, both fighters still have those who doubt them. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. —


Gov. Palin’s troopergate actions are disturbing

Dallas Morning News: Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin claims the Troopergate investigation clears her of


local topics Sunday programs

“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ Channel 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Time Warner Cable


This election is a referendum on race

Opinion: It didn’t start out this way. When the campaign season began, race was a faint shadow beneath calm


Rock concert at The Wedge to aid man shot in robbery

AUSTINTOWN — It’s been nearly eight months since the robbery and shooting that left KFC Manager Joe


Buffett: I’m moving my investments to U.S. stocks

Warren Buffett says he soon will have all his money in U.S. stocks. NEW YORK (AP) — Warren


UAW chief: Merger could cost auto jobs

Economic troubles led to consolidation talks. LIVONIA, Mich. (AP) — As negotiations for General


Big band concert to be at banquet center

AUSTINTOWN — Ron Chick’s Friends, a 22-piece big-band orchestra, will perform at Lucianno’s banquet


‘Living Proof’ depicts cancer breakthrough

The Lifetime film centers on the development of the promising drug Herceptin. NEW YORK — As


At Westminster, financial expert talks crisis

The Citibank officer said we are all responsible for the economic breakdown. NEW WILMINGTON,


Four Tops’ lead singer dies

Four Tops’ lead singer dies DETROIT — Four Tops’ frontman Levi Stubbs has died at 72. The lead


European leaders press for a summit to establish a global economic order

PARIS (AP) — The idea is ambitious: World leaders joined by aides to the new U.S. president-elect


Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Newt Gingrich, former GOP speaker


Film is steeped in fact, ‘W.’ director Stone saysSFlb

But Oliver Stone admits to taking liberties to heighten the drama. NEW YORK — Oliver Stone is


Wedding in 2009 for Miss Palumbo and Mr. Alleman

• LIBERTY TOWNSHIP — The engagement of Joanna Palumbo and Coleman Alleman, both of Columbus, is


Date is chosen for Clayton-Pace wedding in MD.

• COLUMBIANA — The families of Joshua Shea Pace and Jessie Lynn Clayton are announcing the couple’s


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Financial meltdown hammers housing

WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation is on track to build fewer homes this year than at any time since the


Programs lead to change or confession

Once upon a time, confession was private. Roman Catholics enjoyed the anonymity of seeking


Romo sits out; status for Sunday unknown

And no one in Cowboys camp is saying anything about their quarterback. IRVING, Texas (AP) — Tony


Probe finds no engine trouble in medical copter that crashed

A year-old girl and three crew members were killed in the crash late Wednesday. CHICAGO (AP) — A


NASCAR ROUNDUP News and notes

Junior’s forecast: Dale Earnhardt Jr., economic analyst. NASCAR’s most popular driver gave his own


Next Cincy archbishop appointed

“The sexual abuse situation in the church is a tragedy and is a deep wound, and deep wounds take a


Burton fears the worst at short oval

Martinsville Speedway is a potential disaster track for NASCAR’s leaders. MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) —


Ohltown UMC honors the past, looks to future

MINERAL RIDGE — Ohltown United Methodist Church links the past to the present. It’s the only


Rays laugh at critics who question resolve

Tampa Bay has the luxury of Game 6 and 7 (if necessary) at home. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The


NHL ROUNDUP

NHL ROUNDUP Friday’s games Rangers 1, Maple Leafs 0, SO NEW YORK — Steve Valiquette outdueled


Campaign issue: The restoration of the Great Lakes

A project proposal from advocates is expected to cost more than $20 billion. TRAVERSE CITY, Mich.


Service dogs have their day

Wright State University in southwest Ohio has opened a one-acre park for the helpful canines.


Beluga whales in Cook Inlet declared endangered

The declaration has the potential to affect major projects in Alaska. ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) —


‘Flyin Hawaiian’ leads Phillies

Philadelphia feeds off the enthusiastic play of outfielder Shane Victorino. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —


Court overrules mandate to verify voters

The secretary won’t have to provide names of newly registered voters. The U.S. Supreme Court


Fall concert planned

Fall concert planned BOARDMAN — Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Ave., will have a fall


ohltown united methodist church Through the years

Ohltown United Methodist Church, 2001 Ohltown Road, Mineral Ridge, is observing its 170th year. The


Liberty Assembly of God to raise funds to fight hunger in Bolivia

LIBERTY — Liberty Assembly of God has been working to find ways to fight homelessness and hunger in


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher L. Costello, 26, of 642 Penhale Ave., Campbell,


The Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road, a ministry of the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown, is

The Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road, a ministry of the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown, is


Challenges strengthen the faithful, lead to eternal life

Although we are living in troubling times, Jesus has promised believers that he would be with us and


Springfield Twp. churches to pass out free Bibles

NEW MIDDLETOWN — Churches of Springfield Township will be handing out free Bibles to all residents


Some fired in prayer break dispute get jobs back

GREELEY, Colo. (AP) — A group that tried to mediate in a dispute over prayer breaks at the JBS Swift


Archbishop to woman: Stop delivering messages

HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) — The Roman Catholic archbishop of Baltimore told a Pennsylvania woman to stop


Jesus’ Church to celebrate 8th anniversary

FARRELL, Pa. — Jesus’ Church — Faith Christian Center Ministries will conduct a series of evening


Pillars’ gala supports work on Stambaugh

The Vindicator/Nick Mays WELL PREPARED: Satisfied that everything is in order for the Holiday


HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION

HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.


Where there’s a will, there’s ...

Can an angler will his or her way to success? Some say it’s possible, that fishing can indeed by a


School board warns of ’12 deficit

Weathersfield’s revenue will be cut because of the loss of personal tangible property taxes.


OSHP to motorists: Watch for school buses

COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Highway Patrol reminds children and motorists that National School Bus


TRIAL HIGHLIGHTS

TRIAL HIGHLIGHTS Friday’s testimony Witnesses in the Bennie Adams aggravated murder trial:


TODAY

TODAY 10 a.m. (ESPN) College football: “College GameDay.” 10 a.m. (GC) Golf: Portugal Masters.


Pavlik-Hopkins roundup \ News and notes

New referee: Benji Esteves will be the new referee for Saturday’s bout between Kelly Pavlik and


Predictions \ Pavlik-Hopkins

FIGHTERS Jermain Taylor: “I like Bernard Hopkins’ chances in this fight because of his experience


NFL

NFL Favorite Points Underdog Sunday, Oct 19th. Week Seven Tennessee 9 KANSAS CITY San


SCHOOL ISSUES Levies and bonds

Voters across Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties will be asked to vote on a variety of


Sunday’s Games

Sunday’s Games Baltimore at Miami, 1 p.m. Dallas at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Chicago, 1


Columbia Gas drive offers prizes

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Columbia Gas annual blanket drive will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.


Man faces OVI charges after crash with police officer

YOUNGSTOWN — “I don’t need to take any tests, I’m drunk,” a New Middletown man told police after he


GAME TIME

GAME TIME Penn State vs. Michigan Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. at State College, Pa. Records: Michigan


Two Youngstown men charged with burglary

Police found a sliding glass door pried open on Glenwood Avenue. BOARDMAN — Two burglary


Vacant house fire on city’s South Side

Vacant house fire on city’s South Side YOUNGSTOWN — A fire captain jumped out a window early


Salukis at YSU in MVFC game

The Penguins hope to snap a three-game losing streak today at the Ice Castle. YOUNGS-TOWN —


Interior to allow mining waste to be dumped near waterways

WASHINGTON — The Interior Department is poised to issue a final rule that will make it easier for


Wanted: evangelical journalists

Evangelicals have made inroads in law and government offices. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Here is a


Mother of Mich. boy left in Neb. goes to court

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — The mother of the 13-year-old Michigan boy abandoned this week in Nebraska made


THISTLEDOWN results

THISTLEDOWN results Friday 1stSEmDExchequer (Magrell)10.404.202.20 Mars Beau


Flu shots: Information

Here are times, dates and locations that organizations are offering flu and/or pneumonia shots:


1985 murder trial shifts to the defense

Fingerprints on the victim’s television belonged to Bennie Adams. YOUNGSTOWN — Prosecutors


JACKSON-MILTON \ Board of education agenda

School officials handled these matters at their meeting Thursday: Announced a district pep rally


Tonight’s fight between Youngstown’s Kelly Pavlik and Bernard Hopkins will be front and

Tonight’s fight between Youngstown’s Kelly Pavlik and Bernard Hopkins will be front and center at


National Hockey League

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA N.Y.


Tale of the tape Pavlik vs. Hopkins

Kelly PavlikBernard Hopkins 26Age43SFlbApril 5, 1982DOBJan. 15, 1965


Buildup to bout won’t weigh these two down

NOSE TO NOSE ‘The Executioner’ was accompanied by a Roman soldier and Cleopatra. ATLANTIC

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Led by Smith, Eagles clinch tie for ESC title

THOMPSON — Marquel Smith scored three touchdowns and rushed for 184 yards to lead Youngstown


Hulea, Wollet power Poland to 28-7 win

COLUMBUS — Poland High quarterback Gannon Hulea passed for 131 yards in Friday’s 28-7 victory over


Pet owners responsible for giving proper care

Dear Heloise: Your obvious love of animals shows in your columns. I have rescued many different


Voinovich stands by comment labeling Obama a socialist

The Republican believes Obama is considering a redistribution of wealth. CINCINNATI (AP) — A

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