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Phantoms lose to U.S. team 4-2
BOARDMAN — There were two very different sounds coming from the locker rooms at the Ice Zone Friday
This doll has upset consumers and scared one local woman
The phrase is Islam is light.
Man gets 10 years in prison for many break-ins
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who admitted having a $1,200 a day drug addiction was sentenced to 10 years in
Ohio GOP wants to know voter registration mismatches
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Republican Party continued to criticize Democratic Secretary of State Jennifer
Third fiscal year, third straight deficit for Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN —The city-owned Chevrolet Centre ended its third fiscal year with its third straight
Holy Family School does up a presidential debate
POLAND — Tiny Fey has nothing on Sarah Summers. Sarah, 13, an eighth grader at Holy Family School,
Kennel owner says he had no cash to feed dogs
YOUNGSTOWN — Steven Croley told a humane agent he had no money to feed dogs at High Caliber K-9 —
Niles man, 62, imprisoned for raping 8-year-old
YOUNGSTOWN — A 62-year-old Niles man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for raping an 8-year-
Poland Seminary gets grant for improving technology
POLAND — The Poland Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence has donated $15,000 to improve
Does GM have the cash for Cruze launch?
Questions have surfaced about whether General Motors has the cash to launch the Chevrolet Cruze from
Woman seeing Youngstown home for first time gets robbed
YOUNGSTOWN — A Philadelphia, Pa. woman who bought a house on Edwards Street through eBay, an online
Home Energy Assistance program can ease “winter crisis”
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership is scheduling appointments,
Churches offer alternative Halloween activities
Halloween trends in costumes and parties come and go. Trunk-and-treat events and fall festivals
Two Trumbull County roads closed next week
WARREN — Two Trumbull County roads will be closed for crosspipe replacements next week in Johnston
Supreme Court says Aey is out of sheriff’s race
The Ohio Supreme Court has once again ordered the Mahoning County Board of Elections to not permit
Sobriety checkpoint set up Saturday in Mahoning County
A sobriety checkpoint will be somewhere in Mahoning County from 11 p.m. Saturday until 3 a.m.
YSU prof says achievement tests don’t measure what kids learn in school
YOUNGSTOWN — Studies by a Youngstown State University education professor show that Ohio’s
Issue 5, payday lending referendum, will be Ohio ballot
COLUMBUS — With less than two weeks before the general election, the Ohio Secretary of State’s
Ceremony set Monday to show off Stambaugh Auditorium’s new parking lot
YOUNGSTOWN — Construction of a new parking lot at Stambaugh Auditorium on Fifth Avenue on the city’s
Man charged with cruelty to animals arraigned today
YOUNGSTOWN — The man who operated High Caliber K-9 at his home, where seven dead and eight starving
Has GM delayed the Cruze?
An industry analyst said he thinks it is likely that General Motors has postponed the launch of the Chevrolet Cruze from Lordstown.
Reminder: YSU homecoming events start at 9 a.m. Saturday
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is offering a full slate of events Saturday as Homecoming
Girls to compete in Akron pageant tomorrow
To compete in Akron pageant tomorrow AKRON — Amber Kovach of Austintown will be among the area
Undecideds: Choosing not to choose
Some of the group’s members are leaning toward Barack Obama. BOARDMAN — “If you choose not to
YOUNGSTOWN: East Panthers defeat Chaney Cowboys 44-7
He threw for 200 yards and four TDs as the Panthers bullied the Cowboys, 44-7, at Stambaugh
Heacock eyes end to long slump
The YSU coach is 0-7 against Northern Iowa coach Mark Farley. Jon Heacock and Mark Farley
Jury spares young arsonist
The defendant is learning-disabled, with an IQ of 75. YOUNGSTOWN — Somber and thoughtful after
Hockey talks for arena are ongoing
But the SteelHounds have terminated their usage rights to the Chevrolet Centre. YOUNGSTOWN —
Deportation could be just hours away
The attorney said Immigration should reopen his client’s case. BOARDMAN — The attorney for a
Royster fuels Penn St. on ground
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — A two-sport star in high school, Evan Royster was so good at lacrosse he
Victims of family violence remembered
The shelter receives between 800 and 1,000 crisis and referral calls a year. LISBON — Linda
Another shutout for Mooney girls
The Cardinals blanked Champion, 9-0, to advance to regional play. STRUTHERS — Over the last
TRICK OR TREAT Information
A listing of trick-or-treat hours by county as submitted to The Vindicator: MAHONING Austintown:
Roethlisberger, Manning collide
The Steelers-Giants game will match Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eli or Ben?
MAHONING COUNTY Ohio House
Two candidates each are running in the Ohio House 59th and 60th District races while three are
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kelly R. Patton, 31, Telluride, Colo., and Dana L. Mackey, 28,
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Oct. 16 Auto theft: A man rented but failed
Andy Griffith as Mayberry sheriff endorses Obama for president
A Web video posted online Thursday features iconic North Carolina actor Andy Griffith praising
First National increases profit
The banking company earned $23.5 million last quarter. HERMITAGE, Pa. — First National Bank of
THURSDAY’s results
THURSDAY’s results FOOTBALL SUMMARY EAST 44, CHANEY 7 Chaney0700—7 East1214612—44 First
Value City closes six stores, lays off dozens
A spokeswoman said the company has no plans to close all the stores. Value City stores in
Zoldan’s Fairbanks set in Breeders’ Cup
The Youngstown businessman’s horse will run Saturday at Santa Anita Park. Youngstown businessman
Howland repels Poland, gains soccer regional
The Tigers remain unbeaten and advanced to the Twinsburg regional. HOWLAND — “Don’t be
Obama leads in traditionally Republican Indiana
Obama leads in traditionally Republican Indiana INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Democrat Barack Obama moved
Novice challengers in Ohio House race
This is the first time on the ballot for three of the four challengers. YOUNGS-TOWN — The
VOLLEYBALL Thursday’s tourneys
DIVISION II Mentor Lake Catholic 25-25-21-20-15, Hubbard 21-15-25-25-11 JEFFERSON — Hubbard had
Group succeeds in funds for levy
Probate court judge is the most expensive race in Mahoning County. YOUNGSTOWN — The committee
Burglar fails faith-based program
The man is wanted on a warrant accusing him of violating his probation. WARREN — Judge John
Palin in Ohio questions Obama’s ability in crisis
The Alaska governor cited Joe Biden as saying Obama ‘is not ready.’ TROY, Ohio (AP) — Hockey mom
Lawmakers warn of politics in grant program
COLUMBUS (AP) — Top Ohio lawmakers warned Thursday that Gov. Ted Strickland’s administration is
2 held in purse thefts
2 held in purse thefts BOARDMAN — Just more than 24 hours after two women had their purses
Penguins rally for 4-1 win
Pittsburgh scored four goals in the third period to overcome Carolina. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney
Titans’ Scudere sets record
How do you become a good women’s intercollegiate tennis player as a freshman, and then improve every
OHIO HOUSE 64th, 65th, 99th districts
Profiles of candidates vying for these Ohio House districts. 64th DISTRICT TOM LETSON* (D)
GAME TIME YSU vs. Northern Iowa
GAME TIME YSU vs. Northern Iowa Kickoff: Saturday, 4 p.m. at Stambaugh Stadium Records: YSU 2-6,
GAME TIME Ohio State vs. Penn State
GAME TIME Ohio State vs. Penn State Kickoff: 8:22 p.m. in Columbus Records: Penn State 8-0, 4-0
Lack of funds delays water, sewer project
One woman wanted to know what residents can do to speed the project along. LAKE MILTON — Plans
northfield results
northfield results late wednesday 7th—Expensive W (Sugg)3.803.203.00 Moovin N Groovin
Enhanced 911 to be ready by mid-November
MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County E-911 Center will be able to determine the location of cell phone
Man, 28, charged in rape of 3-year-old girl
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A Hickory Township man is charged with raping a 3-year-old girl. Gary Joel
COLUMBIANA COUNTY State legislators
The candidates for the 30th District for the Ohio Senate and the 1st District for the Ohio House. An
Campbell residents get chance at group rate for natural gas
CAMPBELL — The city has signed a two-year agreement with Direct Energy to supply natural gas to the
Business committee endorses police, fire levy
Township officials welcome the committee endorsement. BOARDMAN — Saying the cost of not
The Car of Tomorrow is really Car of Today
… and it’s going to stay that way for the foreseeable future. Anyone in the sprint car garage
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Baltimore 27, Miami 13 St. Louis 34, Dallas 14 Chicago 48, Minnesota 41
DRIVER UPDATES Chase for the Cup
A glance at the 12 drivers competing in NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup championship heading into
Dana Symphony to perform Russian works
YOUNGSTOWN — The Dana Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Stephen L. Gage, will begin its season with a
Gas issue offers price option
The opt-in measure will be on the ballot in November. CHAMPION — Several local politicians
CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Pre-general election reports
Pre-general election campaign finance reports for the time between July 1 and Oct. 15 for those
Slow sales prompt changes at plant
GM is canceling overtime work on three Saturdays at Lordstown. Slowing car sales are affecting
Vampyre’s Harp returns to Victorian theater
YOUNGSTOWN — The Vampyre’s Harp, a recital of haunting Gothic music played by Kirk Kupensky, will
Tampa Bay uses small ball, tricks to defeat Phillies, tie World Series
Game 3 will be played Saturday night in Philadelphia where rain is a threat. ST. PETERSBURG,
Failed security deal could cause confusion
Iraq may decide to approve the deal if the U.S. agrees to changes. BAGHDAD (AP) — American
Beasties’ message to Youngstown and the nation: Get out and vote
Wednesday’s concert at Chevrolet Centre won’t be an Obama rally, said Adam Horovitz of the trio.
Save a little by cutting corners
In No Limit hold’em tournaments, size your bets based on your opponent’s skill level. You can cut
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” CBS.
Attack fails to kill Iraqi labor minister
Attack fails to kill Iraqi labor minister BAGHDAD — Iraq’s labor minister escaped assassination
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A headline on Page A1 of Thursday’s Vindicator, “Jury of 8 considers death
Shatner rips crew mate
Shatner rips crew mate LOS ANGELES — William Shatner is setting his phaser to stun against his old
Consumer Reports rates various vehicles
The Chevrolet Cobalt was rated as average in the reliability rankings. NEW YORK — Toyota Motor
if you go
if you go What: “Get Out and Vote 08” tour with the Beastie Boys, Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper and
“Life” (10 p.m., NBC): In a new episode of “Life,” an earthquake has left
“Life” (10 p.m., NBC): In a new episode of “Life,” an earthquake has left Los Angeles in a shambles,
State legislative races focus on jobs
Officials see great potential in a coal-to-liquid-fuel plant. SALEM — Columbiana County’s
Reliability Best and worst
Consumer Reports’ rankings of predicted reliability of 2009 models based on survey results from
World Series TV ratings down
NEW YORK (AP) — Television ratings for Game 1 of the World Series were down from last year. The
Area college previewSFlbSaturday’s games
Mount Union (6-0, 5-0 OAC) vs. Wilmington (2-4, 2-3 OAC When: 1:30 p.m. Where: Williams
Poland’s runners have faster times
Sean Murphy leads the Bulldogs into the Division II regional meet Saturday. POLAND — With the
Despite his sore body, Wells ready
The Ohio State ball carrier said he loves the big games, and will be ready for Penn State.
Savage defends Winslow penalty
The Browns tight end was suspended for disclosing he had a staph infection. BEREA (AP) — Cleveland
Struthers seeking funds for infrastructure work
Council hired a new part-time clerk. STRUTHERS — Applications for state money for three major
Anti-Obama billboard draws angry comments
A state lawmaker says he’ll call his colleagues about not using Lamar Advertising.
THE VICTIMS
THE VICTIMS Burglary ring Jason Kirkpatrick was convicted of breaking and entering at these
Beirut bombing in 1983 still being felt today
Opinion: Twenty-five years ago, at sunrise on Oct. 23, 1983, at 6:22 a.m., a yellow Mercedes truck with a
District plans to offer state-exam intervention
The classes will take place from January through March at Bonham and the high school. NILES —
Unity poll place made more accessible
EAST PALESTINE — Work at the Unity Township garage intended to make the facility more accessible to
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Danielle Koehler and Jay Freeman, Warren, boy, Oct. 10.
Today is Friday, Oct. 24, the 298th day of 2008. There are 68 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Oct. 24, the 298th day of 2008. There are 68 days left in the year. On this date in
Meet Palin the commoner
Opinion: Sarah Palin, small-town hockey mom and everywoman? More like Sarah Palin, pampered princess. Jeanne
Vindy.com News Podcast for October 24, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, October 24, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Obama maintains battleground surge over McCain
COLUMBUS — U.S. Sen. Barack Obama continues to outpace U.S. Sen. John McCain in three key
Chrysler to cut 1,825 jobs by eliminating one shift
DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler LLC will cut 1,825 jobs by eliminating one shift at a Toledo Jeep plant and
Surplus food/Clothing
Surplus food/Clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway,
FLU SHOTS Information
Here are times, dates and locations that organizations are offering flu and/or pneumonia shots:
CLUB CALENDAR
AUXILIARIES • Flora MacDonald Auxiliary will meet for dessert at 1 p.m. Nov. 1 at the home of
Don’t put this homemade cleaner into car
Dear Heloise: I am looking for a formula for windshield-washing fluid. There’s no reason to buy it
Doctor dumps patient who has only Medicare
Dear Annie: Yesterday, my doctor said I could no longer be her patient because I was on Medicare and
Republicans bracing for political thrashing
Opinion: If you want to know how bad it’s going to be for Republicans this year just look a little east and a
Court releases more sexually explicit texts of ex-Detroit mayor Cour
DETROIT (AP) — A court on Thursday released more sexually explicit text messages between the city’s
Research reveals reality of glorified teen pregnancy
NEW YORK (AP) — Teen motherhood has gained a bit of celebrity allure with the pregnancies of Jamie
Tigers top United for 1st district crown
Springfield's volleyball team had lost its two previous district finales. SALEM — It took the
County settles suit with waste hauler
County officials say they’re monitoring landfill waste origin and fee payment. YOUNGSTOWN —
3 representative races under way in Trumbull
Sandra Stabile Harwood faces challenges from a Republican and a Libertarian. WARREN —
the scoop
the scoop online video awards Babelgum is continuing its mission to provide a platform for
Dow, S&P rise as Nasdaq falls
Wall Street is living up to predictions that trading will remain volatile. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall
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