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FOWLER — Five fire departments worked to put out a fire at a Fowler Township home now
FOWLER — Five fire departmentss worked to put out a fire at a Fowler Township home now considered a
Cars forced off Route 82 by truck, minor injuries
HOWLAND — Three people were injured after a commercial semi-truck forced their cars off the highway.
Howland beats Fitch in girls soccer
HOWLAND — Gina Albani’s goal in the second half gave the Howland Tigers a 1-0 victory over the Fitch
Austintown treasurer cites need for school levy
AUSTINTOWN — The board of education said Monday that the district won’t be able to operate
Woman killed in Howland mishap with pavement roller
HOWLAND — A woman was killed after her car rear-ended a Trumbull County vehicle. Ruth Jicha, 85,
GM tells Lordstown complex to cut back on overtime
DETROIT — General Motors Corp. has told local union officials at its Lordstown complex that it will
GM moves two stamping presses to Lordstown
LORDSTOWN — General Motors is spending $49 million to move two stamping presses from a closed
Homeowner detains man seen stripping a house
YOUNGSTOWN — A man seen stripping aluminum siding off a house on Edwards Street was detained for
It’s homecoming week at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — Fuel cell-powered automobiles, a cookout and a fund-raising event for the Rich Center
Warren cops seek purse snatcher
WARREN —City police are trying to determine who snatched a woman’s purse from her shoulder and ran
Sobriety checkpoint set up in Mahoning County on Saturday
A sobriety checkpoint will be somewhere in Mahoning County from 11 p.m. Saturday until 3 a.m.
Defense rests its case in Bennie Adams’ murder trial; deliberations to begin Tuesday
YOUNGSTOWN — The defense rested its case today in the murder trial of Bennie Adams, calling one
Guardianship ends for surviving member of Crawford family
YOUNGSTOWN — Now that Julius Crawford has turned 18, the guardianship set up to secure money raised
Case of two men accused of making meth goes to Mahoning grand jury
NORTH LIMA — The case against two men accused of cooking methamphetamine in a Market Street motel
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS • Salem Hills Ladies Association is sponsoring a silent auction Nov. 6 at Salem Hills
Voters will see numerous issues on Nov. 4 ballot
The proposed Boardman police and fire levy would cost the owner of a $150,000 home about $102
Ohio State, Penn State in collision
The Buckeyes get a second chance to salvage their national title hopes. Terrelle Pryor is
Issue 6 seeks OK to build first casino
The amendment would allow the construction of a $600 million casino complex in Clinton County.
Moore, Steelers sack the Bengals for fifth victory
Mewelde Moore scored three TDs and Pittsburgh had seven sacks in a 38-10 win. CINCINNATI (AP) —
Navy team undertakes monumental project
Youngstown’s War Memorial got some sprucing up from the Navy Construction Team. YOUNGSTOWN —
Browns fizzle in 14-11 loss to Redskins
Cleveland has lost four of its first six games and trails the Steelers by three games.
Poland 2nd-graders hope you’ll watch their video and vote
The videos will be posted and people can vote at www.eimakeover.com. POLAND — Twenty-five
Morrow delivers Bulldog victory
Canton McKinley rallied for a 21-20 win over Boardman, which lost its fourth game. BOARDMAN —
Leaders, future leaders, this academy is for you
Leaders, future leaders, this academy is for you YOUNGSTOWN — The Regional Chamber is presenting
Choffin center renovation gets good reviews for quality results
The $10.4 million renovation upgraded many programs for the school. YOUNGSTOWN — The newly
FOOTBALL weekend scores area
FOOTBALL weekend scores area Beaver Local 28, Chaney 14 Brookfield 20, Champion 13 Campbell
Trial to get under way for Fort Dix plot suspects
Trial to get under way for Fort Dix plot suspects CAMDEN, N.J. — A jury will hear opening
College cross country
college cross country Oberlin College’s Inter-Regional Rumble Men Grove City — placed 13th out
Pit bull bites, but daughter hangs on
Dear Annie: My daughter, “Sue,” has a pit bull. She’s had this dog since it was a puppy. When Sue
Retired players sue union
They want royalties from video games, trading cards and other sports products. SAN FRANCISCO (AP)
November General Election Issues Mahoning Valley Several issues are before voters in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties next month. The details:
MAHONING COUNTY MAHONING COUNTY: An 0.85-mill, 5-year renewal levy for current expenses of the
VALLEY RALLIES
VALLEY RALLIES Giuliani stumps for McCain Former New York City Mayor and GOP presidential
Mortgage firm arranged stealth campaign in ’05
The targets of the campaign were GOP senators and a regulatory overhaul bill. WASHINGTON (AP) —
‘Sticky’ prices raise profits
Only a drastic drop in demand will bring down prices on consumer goods. Worries over a global
Fey’s impersonations reach well beyond TV broadcast
It’s a landmark change in consumer behavior, says one media researcher. NEW YORK — More people
Ohio hospitals looking to conform patients’ color-coded wristbands
Ohio hospitals are trying to pull together on color-coded wristbands for patients, after a report
NFL PREVIEW Tonight’s game
DENVER at NEW ENGLAND Kickoff: 8:30 p.m. TV: ESPN Opening line: Patriots by 3. Record vs.
Laundering sleeping bags at home requires extra work
Dear Heloise: Now that summer is over, I need to clean up my camping supplies. What is the best way
TODAY
TODAY 3 p.m. (ESPN2) Bowling: U.S. Women’s Open. 3 p.m. (FSN Ohio) NFL: “Bengals Spotlight.” 7
Minnelli back on Broadway
Minnelli back on Broadway NEW YORK — Liza Minnelli will return to Broadway in December for the
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Baltimore 27, Miami 13 St. Louis 34, Dallas 14 Chicago 48, Minnesota 41
“Ski Patrol” (8 p.m., truTV): It’s time to hit the slopes with “Ski
“Ski Patrol” (8 p.m., truTV): It’s time to hit the slopes with “Ski Patrol.” It’s another one of
Abducted boy is returned to his father
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A 6-year-old boy abducted from his home at gunpoint was safe in his father’s
Answers to weekly quiz
Answers to weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA Q 9 6 5 uQ 8 vA K 9 wQ 10 8
ITCL: Crestview Rebels defeat Springfield Tigers 41-7
The brothers led the Rebels to a 41-7 rout over Springfield. NEW MIDDLETOWN — The
WPIAL: New Castle Red Hurricanes beat Ambridge 47-28
The Red Hurricanes are now 5-3 after starting the season 0-3. NEW CASTLE — After losses to
columbiana COUNTY
columbiana COUNTY Divorces asked James Berg, 32608 Speidel Road, Hanoverton, v. Pam Berg, 1872
Bright side of a recession
Bright side of a recession Scripps Howard News Service: Here’s sort of good news: You and the
There are two ways to think about socialism; here’s one
Opinion: There are two ways to think about socialism; here’s one EDITOR: In reply to the letter of Oct.
New housing serves homeless female veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs says women make up about 5 percent of homeless veterans.
ITCL ROUNDUP: Western Reserve beats Lowellville; Southern beats Jackson-Milton; United beats Lisbon; East Palestine beats Lisbon; Wellsville beats Sebring
LOWELLVILLE — Western Reserve High quarterback Shane Ewing passed for 262 yards in Friday’s 41-7
With Palin, NBC draws high ratings on ‘SNL’
NEW YORK (AP) — Sarah Palin was a big hit on “Saturday Night Live.” NBC scored its highest ratings
Mary Ann Hoberman named new children’s poet laureate
The Poetry Foundation also gave Albert Goldbarth its Mark Twain Poetry Award for humor in verse.
“I’m kind of like Britney Spears having a headache. Everybody wants to know about
Opinion: “I’m kind of like Britney Spears having a headache. Everybody wants to know about it.” Joe
Today is Monday, Oct. 20, the 294th day of 2008. There are 72 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Monday, Oct. 20, the 294th day of 2008. There are 72 days left in the year. On this date in
IN THE HUDDLE … How area NFL players fared Sunday
Prescott Burgess (linebacker, Warren Harding, Ravens) — Was placed on injured reserve (wrist) Aug.
Neither vulnerable. South deals.
Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xA Q 7 uA 10 9 vA K 5 wA 9 4 3 WEST EAST x10 8
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE: Ursuline Irish edge Mooney Cardinals
Ursuline clinches SVC crown The Cardinals were unable to produce a turnover in the 10-7 loss.
Study finds link between ADHD and exposure to lead, tobacco smoke
Eliminating childhood exposure to lead and tobacco smoke could cut the incidence of ADHD in the U.S.
Best Sellers \ Publishers Weekly For the week ending Oct. 11:
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Lucky One” by Nicholas Sparks (Grand Central Publishing) 2. “The Story
Obama heads into final 2 weeks with key endorsement, cash
John McCain played down Colin Powell’s endorsement of Barack Obama. FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. —
NATION
NATION ‘Bulletproof Your Job’ author offers tips NEW YORK — Let your boss know if your spouse is
Peter Matthiessen among finalists for National Book Award
The awards will be handed out Nov. 19 in New York. NEW YORK — Talk about second chances:
In Ike’s wake, reburying the dead is a grim task
IN THE MARSH OF CAMERON PARISH, La. (AP) — Joe Johnson craned his neck from the airboat as it
Rays top Red Sox, 3-1, for AL pennant
Tampa Bay will play host to Philadelphia in the World Series opener Wednesday. ST. PETERSBURG,
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Sunday 1st—Naughty N (Gonzalez)2.602.102.10 Windy Violet (Pilares)2.802.20
Giants keep winning at home
New York topped San Francisco, 29-17, for its fourth straight win at home. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.
MOONEY: Turnovers stall Cardinals' offense
The Cardinals were limited to a season-low 7 points by their archrivals. YOUNGSTOWN — Defense
Turmoil grips Episcopal Church
Opinion: WASHINGTON — The Rev. Robert Duncan, 60, is not a Lutheran, but he is a Luther, of sorts. The former
For attorney general: Cordray
Editorial: For attorney general: Cordray This wasn’t the year Ohioans were supposed to be electing an
College debt hangs over young couple
One couple feels that their student loans are keeping them from the American Dream. Matt and Eva
WESTERN PA: Mohawk falls to Beaver
BESSEMER, Pa. — Jake Nardone rushed for 221 yards and scored five touchdowns Friday to lead the
Cutting health costs will require innovation
Opinion: We’ve been hearing a lot about universal health care. But before you give up on market competition,
CHANEY: Cowboys lose to Beaver Local Beavers 28-14
The Cowboys had 11 penalties in a 28-14 loss to Beaver Local. AUSTINTOWN — The Chaney High
LIBERTY: Howland Tigers 10, Liberty Leopards 6
The Tigers defense came to the rescue to end the Leopards unbeaten streak. LIBERTY — Facing
NORTH LIMA: South Range Raiders 34, Columbiana Clippers 30
The Raiders’ final drive produced a 34-30 win over Columbiana. NORTH LIMA — Trailing by three
ITCL Tier Two: McDonald Blue Devils 21, Leetonia Bears 13
With the win, the Blue Devils clinched the outright ITCL Tier Two championship. LEETONIA —
Americans will spend an average of $320,000 during the course of their driving lifetimes on owning
Americans will spend an average of $320,000 during the course of their driving lifetimes on owning
'He's going to be scared out of his head!'
111“He’s going to be scared out of his head!” said Athena Poullas, 6, of her 3-year-old brother,
Garcia leads Buccaneers past Seattle Sunday night
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jeff Garcia was a Pro Bowl quarterback last season. He played like one again
Barak: Israel mulls Saudi peace plan
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli leaders are seriously considering a dormant Saudi plan offering a
GOLF ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s events
Las Vegas LAS VEGAS — Marc Turnesa completed a wire-to-wire victory for his first PGA Tour title,
Financial needs keep older people in the work force
Lots of retirees are finding they need to get part-time work just to offset increasing costs.
Newspapers urge support for limits on payday lenders
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Enquirer and Akron Beacon Journal are urging Ohio voters to keep a
Shiites hold off OK to U.S.-Iraq pact
BAGHDAD (AP) — Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s ruling Shiite coalition withheld support Sunday for
Not the same Kelly
After first round, champ knew it wasn’t his night Pavlik didn’t have his usual energy in
WARREN: Harding edges East 15-14
The Raiders drove 74 yards to set up Penman’s game-winning kick. WARREN — Warren Harding
VOTER FRAUD: Ohio’s voter rolls include people who list their address as the middle of the
VOTER FRAUD: Ohio’s voter rolls include people who list their address as the middle of the Ohio
Pavlik roundup \ News and notes
So, what’s next? Kelly Pavlik’s next bout will be against Marco Antonio Rubio, who won a WBC
Texas is No. 1 in BCS ratings
The Longhorns have a BCS grade of .998 out of 1.000 in the first BCS polls. NEW YORK (AP) — The
Autism insurance laws sought
CHICAGO (AP) — In Washington state, Reza and Arzu Forough pay more than $1,000 a week for behavior
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Edward Dobran
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Edward Dobran The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
WITCHING WORDS: Jill Daley, one of the chaperones of the haunted hayrides, shouts,
WITCHING WORDS: Jill Daley, one of the chaperones of the haunted hayrides, shouts, “Beware!” at
ARSON VICTIMS: The four Crawford children, from left, Brandon, 2; Aleisha, 3; Jeannine, 5; and
ARSON VICTIMS: The four Crawford children, from left, Brandon, 2; Aleisha, 3; Jeannine, 5; and
DEATH PENALTY phase
DEATH PENALTY phase Michael Davis case Last week, jurors found 18-year-old Michael Davis guilty
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Board of Public Affairs, 9 a.m., 1455 Salt Springs Road. Girard Health
VA Programs for homeless
VA Programs for homeless GRANT AND PER DIEM: Helps community agencies provide transitional
Winner of the election deserves our pity
Opinion: NEW YORK — If the 49th presidential debate Wednesday night didn’t clarify which candidate you
Drivers forced to be creative
Many owners of electric vehicles charge their cars at home while they sleep. SEATTLE (AP) — Owning
LEAVITTSBURG: LaBrae Vikings stop Girard Indians 22-14 as Cameron Truss leads the way
LaBrae stops Girard, 22-14 Cameron Truss led LaBrae as the Vikings shattered Girard’s
MEMORIES SURVIVE
A double-chair porch swing next door was a favorite spot for 8-year-old Ranaisha. YOUNGSTOWN —
Writing workshop
Writing workshop YOUNGSTOWN — Pig Iron Literary & Art Works will hold its monthly Work in Process
PURR-FECT RELATIONSHIP
‘Dewey’ chronicles the life of a cat, author and small Iowa town “Dewey, the Small-Town
SWEDEN
SWEDEN Dagens Nyheter, Stockholm, Oct. 15: Europe has a new hero: Gordon Brown. The European Union
SLINKY SNAKE: Isaiah McLinnis, 10, of Canfield handles a California snake in Choffin’s new
SLINKY SNAKE: Isaiah McLinnis, 10, of Canfield handles a California snake in Choffin’s new biology
Ohio newspaper: State’s voting records full of duplicate registrations, glitches
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ohio’s voter rolls include people who list their address as the middle of the Ohio
Despite 2 playoff losses, Moyer will pitch opener
Jamie Meyer will pitch Game 1 of the World Series for the Phillies Saturday. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
NFL ROUNDUP Sunday’s other games
Rams 34, Cowboys 14 ST. LOUIS — Even on the road, the chorus of “Romo!, Romo!” from Dallas fans
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