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Haunted hayrides spook Boardman Park

BOARDMAN — With glowing eyes looking on and theme songs of horror movies playing in the background,

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Rudy Giuliani to rally McCain supporters in Boardman, Warren

Former New York City Mayor and GOP presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani will campaign for Republican


Moore’s big game leads Steelers over Bengals

CINCINNATI — Mewelde Moore describes his job in three words. The running back who signed with the


Navy Construction Team restores war memorial in downtown Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN — Cleaning up a war memorial in the community is a project members of the Navy


Youngstown cuts ribbon on Choffin school’s $10.4M renovation

By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN -- The newly renovated


Poland North second-graders make video for national competition

POLAND — Twenty-five Poland North Elementary School second-graders show their vocal and theatrical


Bus levy for Mahoning County tops list of dozens of local election issues

From mental health and public transportation to natural gas and electric aggregation and police and


Large opposition campaign assails Ohio casino initiative

By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT COLUMBUS — Ohio voters have been asked four times since


Jurors to decide life or death for man convicted in deadly fire

YOUNGSTOWN — A blue chair, sized to fit preschoolers, sits on now-vacant land where the Crawford

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GARDEN CLUBS

monday • Gardengate will create fabric postcards at a meeting hosted by Theresa Cicuto and Joann


Veteran fighter gets 12-round decision

Pavlik suffered the first defeat of his career Saturday night.

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Hopkins old-schools Pavlik in a rout

Hopkins bests Pavlik

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No era of the ‘Four Kings’

The Pavlik- Hopkins era is not like George Kimball’s new book. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Saturday


Keeping ship steady, Cafaro continues to upgrade malls

The nation’s economic slowdown has not deterred the Youngstown developer’s growth plans.


Steamrolling Salukis pulverize wounded Penguins, 33-0

YSU couldn’t stop Southern Illinois’ solid rushing attack. YOUNGSTOWN — Things keep going


Music, ice skating offer warm and fuzzy feeling

The program will air on NBC on Christmas Day. YOUNGSTOWN — Olivia DeSantis, 6, and her sister

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Red Sox force Game 7 in ALCS

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Now look who’s one win away from the World Series. The Boston Red Sox,


PLAYING A ROLE

Convention draws fans of comic and pop culture The convention continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.


Penguins help Salukis set plenty of precedents

YOUNGSTOWN — There were plenty of firsts for the Southern Illinois Salukis in their impressive 33-0


Six third-party foes of McCain, Obama try to get message out

Two of the candidates for vice president have ties to the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. They


Rolling Browns face D.C. power

Cleveland (2-3) faces Washington (4-2) today near the nation’s capital. LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — As a


Planting seeds of inspiration

Her show airs on HGTV at 7 a.m. Thursdays. YOUNGSTOWN — Gardening gives people a sense of


Pryor, Buckeyes roll to win over Michigan State, 45-7

The freshman quarterback ran for one touchdown and passed for another. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) —


Penn State overturns Michigan dominance

The Nittany Lions ended a nine-game losing streak to the Wolverines, 46-17. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.


Valley native takes helm at Reader’s Digest

The new publisher at the iconic magazine was editor of a Wilson High paper. Supportive


OCCHA plans dinner to celebrate anniversary

YOUNGSTOWN — The Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana Americana celebrates its 36th anniversary at


SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 4545 • Boardman Chapter 4545, AARP, will meet at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 6 at the Holiday Inn South


Support for an unlikely trio: LaTourette, Ryan and Wilson

Editorial: Support for an unlikely trio: LaTourette, Ryan and Wilson The conventional wisdom is that voters

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MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY • Ruth Shrine 64, White Shrine of Jerusalem, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the


Paper questions tax breaks for House speaker

DAYTON (AP) — Records show that Ohio House Speaker Jon Husted and his wife have been receiving tax


MERCER SENTENCES

The following people were sentenced recently in Mercer County Common Pleas Court. According to court


Ohio EPA grant to help rain garden project

The rain garden project shows how to protect water quality and prevent flooding in urban areas.


PREP VOLLEYBALL Saturday’s matches

PREP VOLLEYBALL Saturday’s matches DIVISION I Boardman 25-25-25, Kent Roosevelt 11-21-16 STOW


THISTLEDOWN results

THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 2ndSEmDBill’s Fine (Stokes)5.402.602.60 Karen Ad Vance


THE OTHER CANDIDATES

THE OTHER CANDIDATES President Third-party candidates in Ohio with their key platform issues.


Activists push poverty as issue

The Rev. Jesse Jackson has been urging school officials in Ohio to register seniors to vote.


Titanic survivor sells mementos to pay home

LONDON (AP) — When 2-month-old Millvina Dean arrived in New York with her mother and brother after


SCOUTS

SCOUTS Earns Eagle Award Bryce Paull, son of Gary and Kathy Paull of Boardman, recently received


Malone pulls out win over Walsh

The 24-21 win was the third straight by the Pioneers against the Cavaliers. CANTON – For


Bush says he looks forward to hosting global summit

The date and site for the summit have yet to be announced, but it’s possible the event will be


Police focus on 3 in boy’s abduction

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Police said Saturday that they are seeking a Mexican citizen and have another


Red Sox- Rays live TV goes off air

The first 20 minutes of Game 6 was not shown due to technical problems. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP)


Painful family feud keeps 2 King siblings from their brother

ATLANTA (AP) — The Rev. Bernice King and Martin Luther King III haven’t spoken to their brother in


Oklahoma rebounds, 45-31

NORMAN, Okla. — Sam Bradford passed for an Oklahoma record 468 yards and had three touchdowns passes


Youngstown historical center offers genealogy workshops

YOUNGSTOWN — The Archives/Library of the Youngstown Historical Center is offering two workshops


Steelers at ‘home’ in Cincinnati

Pittsburgh has won its last seven games against the Bengals in Cincinnati. CINCINNATI (AP) —


Pitt captures fifth straight win in 42-21 rout over Navy

ANNAPOLIS — LeSean McCoy rushed for three touchdowns and had 156 yards to help No. 23 Pittsburgh


TOP 25 ROUNDUP

TOP 25 ROUNDUP Saturday’s other games No. 2 Alabama 24, Mississippi 20: TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — John


Northwestern, Iowa roll to wins

EVANSTON, Ill. — C.J. Bacher threw three touchdown passes and ran for a fourth score to help


ROUNDUP

ROUNDUP k ISSUES AND POSITIONS: Check out positions of Barack Obama and John McCain on dozens of


Mid-AMERICAN conference ROUNDUP Saturday’s games

Akron 42, E. Michigan 35 — YPSILANTI, Mich. — Akron’s Andy Hildreth recovered a blocked field goal


IN THE CUP! Area holes in one

Jeff Forman, a member of Tippecanoe Country Club, scored a hole-in-one at Oyster Reef Golf Club in


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Week Seven Tennessee 9 KANSAS CITY BUFFALO 1 San Diego


N. Iowa holds on to beat N. Dakota St.

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Northern Iowa scored on four of its first five possessions, then held on to beat


Many use Vicks to mask strong odors

Q. As a forensic crime-scene detective, I have used Vicks VapoRub in my nose to block the smell of


Howland girls golf team sixth in state

The Canfield High boys golf team placed 12th in the Division I state tournament. COLUMBUS — The


trumbull hall of fame 2008 inductees

The Trumbull County Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremonies will be held Oct. 26 at the Golden Gate


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Raymond H. Garretson Jr., 28, of 5099 Ridge Road, Newton


700s

700s Amron — Joe Baker (778), Ian Nenadic (753), Don Chestnut (715), Andy Carlier (714), Joe Baker


Reject U.S. troop deal, Shiite cleric urges Iraqis

BAGHDAD — Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr warned Iraqi lawmakers that approving a U.S. troop agreement


Lady Luck shining upon hot Johnson

His 2007 winning streak began at Martinsville, site of today’s race. MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) —


Pakistan army: 60 militants were killed

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — Troops backed by helicopter gunships and artillery pounded militant


China will help Pakistan build 2 more nuclear power plants

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistan said China will help build two more nuclear power plants in the


SENIOR NUTRITION

Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations


Fighting in Darfur displaces 40,000

KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — Some 40,000 civilians have been displaced in Darfur in the last two months by


Fall book sale

Fall book sale Where and when The Friends of the Library’s four-day, fall used-book sale begins


SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Niles SCOPE Senior Center, 14 E. State St., has planned the following: Monday, first computer class


Frogs, toads, pigeons find new zoo homes

FRESNO, Calif. — A few dozen Texans displaced by Hurricane Ike have found new homes in Fresno


Rhode Island seeks revamp of its Medicaid

Congress is reacting warily to the state’s proposal. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island is


Exercise aims for system to detect nuclear blasts

CLEAR TEST SITE, Kazakhstan (AP) — Arcania does not exist on any map, but nuclear inspectors believe


Drifters haunt border fence

Most of those waiting by the fence were deported from the U.S. back to Mexico. TIJUANA, Mexico


TODAY

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call


AIME DIZON/CHRISTOPHER HARRISON

AIME DIZON CHRISTOPHER HARRISON • PITTSBURGH — The marriage of Aime Dizon, 3201 Lenox Oval, and


YOUNGSTOWN STATE

YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Soccer at Wright State, 1 p.m. Friday — Soccer at Cleveland State, 7


N.Dakota farmers reap crop of oil

TIOGA, N.D. (AP) — Cliff Iverson still rises before dawn every morning, although he doesn’t have to.


Undecided white female baby boomers may hold key to election’s outcome

Forty-four percent of these women remain open to either candidate. WASHINGTON (AP) — In past


Trustees seek information on three areas for funding

A new communications tower tops the trustees’ list for possible grants. MINERAL RIDGE —


Retired government employees get short shrift from Social Security; corrective action needed

Opinion: EDITOR: I am deeply troubled by the $700 billion dollar bailout of he financial market. The


Pavlik suffered the first defeat of his career Saturday night.

Pavlik suffered the first defeat of his career Saturday night. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — With his


Today is Sunday, Oct. 19, the 293rd day of 2008. There are 73 days left in the year. On this date in

Today is Sunday, Oct. 19, the 293rd day of 2008. There are 73 days left in the year. On this date in


Vindicator file photos

Vindicator file photos FORTY YEARS AGO: The Mahoning Valley got a lot of attention in late October


JULIE RODEN/DAVID VODHANEL

JULIE RODEN DAVID VODHANEL • NORTH OLMSTED — David Andrew Vodhanel and his bride, the former Julie


High school football teams catch a high-scoring fever

Must be something in the water. Some high school football teams, for some reason, are virally


Legos competition

Legos competition COLUMBIANA — A Lego Blocks contest open to all ages will take place from 1 to 3


TARA MSHAR/DOMINIC VIGARINO

TARA MSHAR DOMINIC VIGARINO SBlt YOUNGSTOWN — Living in Youngstown after a honeymoon on the


Pa. state senator dies from crash injuries

His wife’s condition wasn’t believed to be life threatening. HARRISBURG (AP) — Longtime state Sen.


Rich Center evening of wining and dining to be at Stambaugh

Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays ART AUCTION: In addition to wine and food, the “NAPA Valley to


Experts: Less is more with new homes

Home builders are finding it’s less profitable to build large homes. LOS ANGELES (AP) — When the


Revisit tips for fire safety

Fires can move quickly, so be prepared. October is National Fire Prevention Month, and that


ASHLEA CASEY/CHRISTOPHER POLLOCK

ASHLEA CASEY CHRISTOPHER POLLOCK • YOUNGSTOWN —Ashlea Brooke Casey and Christopher Michael Pollock


Angels of Easter Seals plans magical event

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay PERFECT SETTING: Surrounded by floral arrangements that will help


KERRY HAGEMAN/NATHAN FROELICH

KERRY HAGEMAN NATHAN FROELICH • YOUNGSTOWN — Kerry Elizabeth Hageman, daughter of Dennis and Nancy


Cavaliers get first preseason victory 100-93

LeBron James scored 16 points in just 26-minutes of action against the 76ers. CLEVELAND (AP) —


Duraflame Stax logs can be used in wood stoves

Duraflame Stax logs can be used in wood stoves Duraflame now has stackable logs that produce a


New, old pieces of Blenko glass prove popular

Collectors are beginning to realize that Blenko glass has had an important influence on glass design


SEVASTI ANAGNOSTOU/DEAN YEROPOLI

SEVASTI ANAGNOSTOU DEAN YEROPOLI • WARREN — St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church was the setting


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, 6:30 p.m., 907 Milton Blvd.


Canfield bounces Hoover in OT

South Range, Howland and Mooney advanced with tournament wins. NORTH CANTON — P.J. Stickle scored


McDonald boys capture Division III district race

Boardman boys finished third in the Div. I district meet in Canton. BAZETTA — The McDonald


ARTISTRY ON A ROLL

Wallpaper designers display creativity Forget what you think about wallpaper. It’s come a long


CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,


JESSICA PAGLIA/JESSE LOGUE

Jessica Paglia Jesse Logue • HERMITAGE — Jessica Paglia, daughter of Anthony G. Jr. and Rhonda L.


STEPHANIE MATASEK/BRIAN MYERS

STEPHANIE MATASEK BRIAN MYERS • YOUNGSTOWN — Stephanie Matasek, 8806 Saddlehorn Drive No. 314,


Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Thaddeus L. Banks Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is

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REBECCA CASHIER/CHAD BOGER

REBECCA CASHIER CHAD BOGER • BELMONT SHORE, Calif. — United in marriage on Aug. 31 during a 4:30


PAVLIK PACKS ’EM IN

Crowd shatters his mark ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Wearing a long-sleeved shirt with the


ALINA BOWSER/JOHN HAKE JR.

ALINA BOWSER JOHN HAKE JR. • BOARDMAN — The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 4:30 p.m.


STEPHANIE HAHLEN/MICHAEL DAILEY

STEPHANIE HAHLEN MICHAEL DAILEY • CANFIELD — Stephanie Hahlen and Michael Dailey were married at


Surprise party for Angelilli 50th at Pacentro Club

• POLAND — Family members and friends greeted Mr. and Mrs. Patsy Angelilli, 8181 Village Circle, at


Stoy anniversary celebrated with renewal of vows

• YOUNGSTOWN — On Oct. 4, 1958, Nancy Wiseman and Richard Stoy exchanged nuptial vows as they were


Kokers observe 50th anniversary by renewing vows

• YOUNGSTOWN — In celebration of the 50th anniversary of their wedding, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koker,


AMANDA FISHER/JAMES ECKMAN

AMANDA FISHER JAMES ECKMAN • NORTH LIMA — Amanda Fisher and James Eckman, both of 3928 E.


Blockinger 50th includes family ride on a trolley

• AUSTINTOWN — A trolley ride on Oct. 12 was a surprise for Mr. and Mrs. Donald Blockinger, 288 S.


Worries grow as GM-Chrysler talks gain momentum

DETROIT (AP) — In the doomsday scenario raising anxiety around the Motor City, General Motors Corp.


Semiformal party honors Karases for 50th anniversary

• BOARDMAN — George and Marie Karas, 501 Edison St., Struthers, celebrated their 50th wedding


Angela Mosconi to be bride of Patrick Brine

• The engagement of Angela Mosconi, 4729 Simon Road, Boardman, and Patrick Brine of Canfield is


Kerry Collins sets April wedding date with Ryan Smith

• YOUNGSTOWN — Joan Collins, 3540 Dover Road, announces the engagement of her daughter, Kerry


Kiwanis Club installs slate of officers

Kiwanis Club installs slate of officers YOUNGSTOWN — Natalie Scott of Austintown was installed as


Davis-Nichols engagement is announced

• GIRARD — The engagement of Summer Rose Davis and David Nichols, both of 10961 Burnt Mill Road,


ON THE WEB \ Sites to check out

www.troveline.com: Nekkar, Azha and Indi papers $10 sq. ft. www.givencampbell.com: Lift, Forbidden


For the birds

For the birds The world’s busiest airport has taken time to transform a dried lake bed into a


Halloween parade

Halloween parade EAST PALESTINE — A Halloween parade, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club, will begin at


Poverty

Poverty At a glance Here is a snapshot of how the number of Americans living below the poverty


Volleyball

Volleyball Hiram def. Ohio Wesleyan, 3-0 (25-16, 25-12, 25-14) Mount Union def. Wilmington, 3-0


CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

Washington’s Union Station marks 100 years The train station underwent a renovation in the late


Crosby gets 100th goal in 4-1 victory

He also added his 200th career assist in the win over the Maple Leafs. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney


Airport goes to the birds

The bird sanctuary features observation decks, a trail and bat houses. FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. (AP) —


Library offering bargains at sale

Chances are good you’ll find what you want at the book sale. SHARON, Pa. — What’s your coffee


List ranks best spots to ski, snowboard

List ranks best spots to ski, snowboard NEW YORK — If you’re a powderhound gearing up for ski


Top 10

Top 10 America’s healthiest cities From the September/October issue of AARP magazine: Ann


Butterflies return

Butterflies return The butterflies are back at the American Museum of Natural History in New York.


Some financial-aid tips for relatively well-off families who hadn’t been considering applying

Some financial-aid tips for relatively well-off families who hadn’t been considering applying for


Report: NBC Universal plans $500M in cuts

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A trade paper reports that NBC Universal plans to cut $500 million in spending


RINGSIDE SEAT Joe Scalzo’s blog

First round: The fight began at 11:40. Both fighters were reluctant to engage at first, feeling each


‘Lucky Old Sun’

‘Lucky Old Sun’ Kenny Chesney (Blue Chair/BNA/SonyBMG) Grade: B Despite his success, Kenny


BOTTLE: This 29-inch-high orange glass bottle with stopper is unsigned, but it was probably made by

BOTTLE: This 29-inch-high orange glass bottle with stopper is unsigned, but it was probably made by


selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .54, 16.48 —.13 Avalon


Fall bursting out with color through Ohio

A fall foliage festival is today in Hocking County. COLUMBUS — Fall color is near peak


Polish polka festival planned at Mountaineer

CHESTER, W.Va. — Two Polish polka bands will be featured in a Polkafest at Mountaineer Casino,


Australian children’s act wiggles way to Cleveland

The Wiggles have added acrobatics to their live show. When children’s entertainment is your


if you go

if you go Who: Meat Loaf’s “Casa De Carne Tour” When: 8 p.m. Thursday Where: Chevrolet Centre,


Prosecutor seeks information on registered voters

The records won’t include any personal information. COLUMBUS (AP) — A county prosecutor who also


Flat-panel TV prices set to dive, analysts say

NEW YORK (AP) — A combination of weak consumer spending and a peak in manufacturing capacity will


Cable TV pundits reach stardom

Thanks to the presidential election, CNN’s John King and his Magic Wall have become a sensation.


All-in-one PC is TV, media center and touchable

A single computer can replace several consumer electronic products. A computer can replace a


Phantoms fall to Alpena

Phantoms fall to Alpena Two late goals gave the Alpena Ice Diggers a 4-3 victory over the Mahoning


AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s other games

Westminster 46, Bethany 43 NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Trevor Young kicked a 44-yard field goal as time


Put Google’s G1 in same class as iPhone

The Google phone is now the second phone I’ve forced myself to put down so I could get some sleep.


HEALTH CARE

HEALTH CARE Humility of Mary Health Partners has announced several personnel moves. Vanessa


ALL MY CHILDREN

ALL MY CHILDREN Unable to accept Greenlee’s love for Ryan, Aidan handed Ryan a gun and begged him


“The Simpsons” (8 p.m., Fox): Football legend Joe Montana drops by “The

“The Simpsons” (8 p.m., Fox): Football legend Joe Montana drops by “The Simpsons” tonight, playing


Late second-period goals send Phantoms to defeat

Doug Clifford, Brandon Saad and Stefan Salituro scored for Mahoning Valley. ALPENA, Mich. — The


Parking meters to help homeless

CLEVELAND (AP) — New parking meters are going up in the city, but they will help the homeless and


‘Dead Space’

‘Dead Space’ (Electronic Arts) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 Grade: A It will probably be a few


Don’t fall prey to scareware programs

Q. Recently my computer was attacked by a program named Antivirus XP 2008 that, while claiming to


Officials probe alleged ODOT bid scheme

CLEVELAND (AP) — Days after a state watchdog accused eight Ohio highway department supervisors and


Brother’s wife loves blogging, takes mean shots at in-laws

Dear Annie: My sister-in-law, “Daisy,” has discovered the world of blogging. While I enjoy seeing


Ohio man builds harps, fosters family’s music love

COSHOCTON, Ohio — It all began with a home-built wooden box and some leftover string. Joel


VETERANS

VETERANS Service at memorial GIRARD — The Girard Veterans Council is hosting a Veterans Day


NFL PREVIEW \ Today’s games

CLEVELAND at WASHINGTON Kickoff: 4:15 p.m. TV/radio: (27) (19) WKBN-AM (570), WNCD-FM (93.3)


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Sluggers — offers an indoor league for ages 7-12. For more information, call (330) 549-


Obama, McCain offer Rx for infrastruture

Dem seeks $60B bank; GOP focuses on transit One-third of America’s roads are in poor shape, says


Will future planes, cars be made of ‘buckypaper’?

The scientific discovery that resulted in the paper came from outer space. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP)


REGION

REGION Rite Aid opens store in Columbiana COLUMBIANA — Rite Aid has opened its new store at


As economy swoons, parents fret over price of education

Federal loan applications have increased as families seek more financial aid for education. ELON,


Is era of easy credit over?

Borrowing your way to prosperity just won’t work anymore. An inflatable gorilla beckoned from


Deaths of baby boomers could fuel funeral industry

Coffins on display showed various themes. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Beyond the convention center filled


For powerful theater, see ‘The Crucible’

The cast turned in strong performances for the opening of the play. YOUNGSTOWN — “The


A lot has happened since Meat Loaf appeared in Youngstown.

A lot has happened since Meat Loaf appeared in Youngstown. Exactly 30 years after Meat Loaf


Youth theater presents ‘Hansel and Gretel’

Youth theater presents ‘Hansel and Gretel’ YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre


Voter supression greater threat than registration

Opinion: There have been some blatant and indefensible voter-registration violations committed by people


Portfolio questions, stock answers

After the large drops in the Dow Jones industrial average, it’s natural to wonder whether investing


Vote for a clean Ohio

Editorial: While two high-profile statewide ballot issues — one pertaining to payday loans and the other to a


Births for 2008-10-19

Area births


Ohio GOP finds an energizing issue

Opinion: Four years ago, the Republican Party secured victory in Ohio for President Bush by tossing out red meat to its faithful in the form of a constitutional amendment that defined marriage as between a man and a woman. The GOP’s campaign across the state for passage of the amendment could be described thus: If you don’t vote yes, the wrong type of people will flood into Ohio.


Beatitude House sees the importance of bus service

Opinion: Beatitude House sees the importance of bus service EDITOR: The board of directors of Beatitude


Seniors grow in their places

Many retirement communities encourage gardening. Moving to retirement housing can mean


FOOTBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA

FOOTBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA Warren JFK 47, Lorain Southview 0 Western Pennsylvania


Grammy nominations will be a TV special

Grammy nominations will be a TV special LOS ANGELES — The Grammys are turning a dry nominations


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ysu Volleyball team beats Loyola in five sets CHICAGO — The YSU volleyball team tied the school


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