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Martinez ends HR drought, Indians beat White Sox
CLEVELAND — Victor Martinez hit his first home run in nearly a year to help the Cleveland Indians
Scrappers fall to Auburn, 8-5
AUBURN, N.Y. — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers lost to the Auburn Doubledays, 8-5, in a New York-Penn
Injured doctor sues boxer who broke his jaw at basketball game
YOUNGSTOWN — A physician has sued the super heavyweight Golden Gloves boxer who broke his jaw and
Tate lawyer gets OK to hire expert witness
YOUNGSTOWN — The judge in the death penalty murder case of Terrance Tate ruled the defense can spend
More people served at St. Vincent de Paul Society dining hall
YOUNGSTOWN — Imagine serving 300 people lunch one day. And doing it again the next day. And
U.S. Route 224 eastbound near Tippecanoe reduced to one lane Wednesday
BOARDMAN — U.S. Route 224 at Tippecanoe Road and Lockwood Boulevard will be reduced to one eastbound
Valley Republicans eagerly await Palin’s speech
A virtual unknown a few weeks ago, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, the Republican vice presidential
No foul play suspected in boy’s death
YOUNGSTOWN — Foul play is not suspected in the death this morning of a 1-month-old West Side boy,
YSU close to its 14,000 student goal this fall
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University hasn’t reached its goal of a student enrollment count of
Faith-based groups needed to help people getting out of jail
YOUNGSTOWN — More faith-based organizations are needed to participate in Access to Recovery, a
Aey still trying to run for Mahoning sheriff
YOUNGSTOWN — David P. Aey filed a form today to place himself on the Nov. 4 ballot as a write-in
Public invited to meeting on Howland schools’ borrowing
HOWLAND — The public is welcome to attend the meeting of the Howland Local Schools Bond Issue
Phantom Fireworks featured on Discovery Channel
YOUNGSTOWN — The Discovery Channel’s “How It’s Made” will air a segment featuring Phantom Fireworks’
First day back to school goes smoothly, districts say
The first day of school can also be a day of new challenges for school districts. Poland Local
Thomas Steel Strip management and union wait it out
WARREN — Thomas Steel Strip has delayed a move to reduce its contract offer to striking workers,
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan to reunite
• Canfield High School graduating classes of 194, 1941, 1942, and 1943 will meet for a reunion Sept.
Argument on death penalty constitutionality will wait in Tate case
YOUNGSTOWN — The judge assigned to the death penalty murder case of Terrance Tate has overruled a
Pa. man drowns in New River
THURMOND, W.Va. (AP) — New River Gorge National River authorities have identified the body of a
Scrappers win as Ks abound
AUBURN, N.Y. — Shortstop Lonnie Chisenhall, the Indians’ first-round pick in June’s draft, went
Buhl Day: Much more than a walk in the park
Three people were honored for their volunteerism. HERMITAGE, Pa. — Hundreds of Shenango Valley
7 teachers, 2 schools get youth science awards
Hubbard High School and St. Christine School were selected. COLUMBUS — Two Mahoning Valley
Panezich to try out for Phillies system
The Austintown native plays in the Canadian-American League. Cliff Panezich of Austintown has
Edwards, Anderson back for Browns practice
Cleveland’s season of high expectations begins with the Cowboys on Sunday. BEREA (AP) — After
For Olive Garden, a labor of love
Free meals also are given for some community and school events, a manager said. BOARDMAN — For
Victim’s family tries to stop parole of murderer
A newspaper ad asks for letters opposing parole. YOUNGSTOWN — The family of a man shot to death
Thomas, Ware set for battle
CLEVELAND — You can credit the emergence of Derek Anderson as a Pro Bowl quarterback for the
Wells’ recovery still a mystery
Ohio State experienced a similar pain in 1985. Ohio State’s star tailback was down. He had
The Kangaroos ride has 50-year history
The Kangaroos ride has 50-year history The Bates Brothers Amusement Co. has been providing rides
Cardinals keeping DT Dykes
The Chaney graduate has been signed to Arizona’s practice squad. Keilen Dykes woke up Saturday
Crites: Cordray, Dann were friends
One is mind-mannered and methodical, a son of Franklin County who has spent his career in central
Scholarship will honor Mill Creek employee
About $6,500 has been contributed so far for the scholarship. YOUNGSTOWN — A new scholarship
Lewis telethon raises record $65M for MDA
Jerry Lewis raised a record $65 million for the Muscular Dystrophy Association in his annual Labor
A firm foundation in New Orleans
A Valley company participated in the first phase of the project. HUBBARD — The city of New
GAME TIME \ Scrappers
Who: Scrappers at Auburn Doubledays When: 7:05 p.m. today Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Next: The
Williams sisters earn quarterfinal faceoff
Venus and Serena will meet Wednesday at the U.S. Open. NEW YORK (AP) — By now, Venus and Serena
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Jonathan Johnson, sentenced to one-year probation. State v.
Pump prices revive natural-gas interest
Pump prices revive natural-gas interest In Detroit, GM is the only automaker to show interest in
if you go
if you go What: Country Jam featuring Dierks Bentley, Diamond Rio, Phil Vassar, Lady Antebellum,
THINGS TO CROW ABOUT: The 162nd Canfield Fair offered a little bit of everything: bad weather, great
THINGS TO CROW ABOUT: The 162nd Canfield Fair offered a little bit of everything: bad weather, great
Seattle calls up former YSU ace
Justin Thomas is available as a reliever for the Mariners. YOUNGSTOWN — Former Youngstown State
All Jesus all the time
Opinion: My husband and I just finished driving from our home in Los Angeles to my parents’ in upstate New
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Darlene Haffner and Nick Mshar, Boardman, boy, Aug. 31. Dave
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Beaver Local school board Building and Grounds Committee, 4 p.m., Administration
Regional Business Digest
REGION Dominion rate-rise case COLUMBUS — The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO)
Cargo plane crash near Columbus kills 3
COLUMBUS (AP) — Three people were killed Monday when a small cargo plane crashed in a field in
Michelle, Cindy: Beading ladies
Associated Press PEARLS OF WISDOM: Big clunky pearls become a wise choice as a fashion accessory
MLB ROUNDUP \ Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 13, Tigers 9 DETROIT — Alex Rodriguez sparked a scoring barrage with a
Vindy.com News Podcast for September 2, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, September 2, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Matchless fashions help kids express their own feelings
Back-to-school clothes become a kaleidoscope of mismatched colors and patterns. NEW YORK — The
162nd CANFIELD FAIR The freedom to rock
Lynyrd Skynyrd wraps it up Fans sporting classic rock band T-shirts, bandannas and Confederate
Starting at a disadvantage
Starting at a disadvantage Washington Post: A new school year is beginning, and students are
Hillary may have made it on her own
Opinion: WASHINGTON — As Hillary Clinton gave the speech of her life last Tuesday night, I found myself
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“90210” (8 p.m. The CW): We’d love to tell you that “90210,” the update of Aaron Spelling’s iconic
Johnson shows he’s up for chase
His Sunday victory served as a wake-up call to NASCAR. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — It’s certainly been
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 2, the 246th day of 2008. There are 120 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 2, the 246th day of 2008. There are 120 days left in the year. On this date
Jude Law promotes peace by visiting Afghanistan
Jude Law promotes peace by visiting Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan — Jude Law is visiting
Phil Vassar is back with a personal fifth album
Vassar performs Saturday at the Cuyahoga Jam at the county’s fairgrounds. When looking for a
Help Iraq cut deals with other countries
Opinion: With American combat troops now slated to depart Iraq by 2011, our intervention moves into its final
Brewers to lobby for policy change
Milwaukee’s GM believes official scorers need help on tough decisions. MILWAUKEE (AP) — One day
Lives lost or saved is at heart of debate over drinking age
Editorial: Lives lost or saved is at heart of debate over drinking age College presidents tend to be cerebral
Whistle-blowers help recover $9.3 billion
Whistle-blowers help recover $9.3 billion WASHINGTON — Whistle-blowers helped authorities recover
Bypass surgery better than angioplasty in long term, study says
MUNICH, Germany (AP) — For heart patients with clogged arteries, the choice between bypass surgery
CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater
Political quick changes
Opinion: One of the few political cliches that makes sense is that, “in politics, overnight is a lifetime.”
When disaster strikes, prevent identity theft
Dear Heloise: Hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, earthquakes and man-made disasters are frightening, and
Brady ready, but Belichick mum on start
The Patriots quarterback is recovering from a right foot injury. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Tom
nfl roundup News and notes
Ravens: Rookie quarterback Joe Flacco will start in the season opener Sunday for Baltimore, which
5 juveniles arrested
5 juveniles arrested NEW MIDDLETOWN — Five juveniles were arrested over the weekend in recent
Michigan’s defense ripped early in upset loss to Utah
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan’s defense was supposed to be a strength early in the season while
“If he really thinks that, by liberating Iraq from a dangerous tyrant, America somehow set a
Opinion: “If he really thinks that, by liberating Iraq from a dangerous tyrant, America somehow set a bad
Kicker Madeline makes Thiel’s starting lineup
The freshman from Hubbard is one of several Tomcats with area ties. John Madeline from Hubbard
Setting up a serious home office
You don’t have to break the bank, but you should invest in a few essentials. If you’re serious
How thoroughly did McCain vet Palin?
Alaskans said they didn’t know anyone was poking around to check out their governor. ST. PAUL,
Electric bills in Pennsylvania to rise in just over two years
The increases are expected to be anywhere between 20 percent and 63 percent. HARRISBURG — (AP) —
Witness to Gustav: ‘This was nothing’
The weakened storm only sideswiped New Orleans, but it left 1 million without power. NEW ORLEANS
Cool, clear water
Opinion: Cool, clear water EDITOR: After Bertram de Souza’s Aug. 24 column, it seemed he was talking to
PREP SCHEDULES
PREP SCHEDULES (Varsity games 7 p.m. unless noted) TODAY CROSS COUNTRY SUBURBAN LEAGUE
A vote for pearls Experts offer opinions
Pearls may look great on Michelle Obama and Cindy McCain, but is the look for the everywoman?
Obama scales back his campaigning to focus on Gustav
DETROIT (AP) — Barack Obama urged hundreds of thousands of supporters Monday to donate to the Red
PARADE ROUTE: Renee Combine of Sharpsville and her daughter, Ava, 2, were among those who gathered
PARADE ROUTE: Renee Combine of Sharpsville and her daughter, Ava, 2, were among those who gathered
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Toronto 6, N.Y. Yankees 2 Detroit 4, Kansas City 2 Seattle 6,
Disclosures about Palin sidetrack GOP focus
Hurricane Gustav and revelations about the pregnancy of the Alaska governor’s unwed daughter added
Rays keeping cool in pennant chase heat
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A five-game winning streak, 12-0-1 in series over the past six weeks and
Pa. smoking ban takes effect in under 2 weeks
The law has many points of confusion. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The clock is ticking down on smokers
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Monday 1st—Centaurea (Stokes)4.002.402.10 Bayside Baron (Ramos)4.802.60
A truly loving parent would kick ‘Carol’ out
Dear Annie: My wife of 15 years and I are at an impasse. A year ago, her 30-year-old daughter,
Cincinnati values vote at center of fight
Despite a focus on the economy elsewhere, the social agenda is still alive and well. CINCINNATI
Fresno State’s long trip pays off with 24-7 win
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Playing farther away from home than ever before, Fresno State made another
FASHION MIX AND MATCH Coordinate patterns and colors in style
There seems consensus among fashion insiders that there are no “rules” when it comes to mixing
Associated Press
Associated Press HE’S HER BROTHER: Bristol Palin, 17, holds her brother Trig during a campaign
More storms threaten U.S.
Hanna has become a Category I hurricane; Ike, a tropical storm. MIAMI — Hello, Hanna. And
’70s FLASHBACK
Indians toast Lee’s milestone 5-0 victory He’s Cleveland’s first 20-game winner since Gaylord
2 W. Pa. school districts to merge
Critics are concerned about educational quality with the larger enrollments. MONACA, Pa. (AP) —
In Pennsylvania, Biden lauds blue-collar roots
The Democratic nominee for vice president lived in Scranton until 1953. SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — Sen.
Laboring longer becomes the rule, not the exception
In 2007, nearly 6 million workers were 65 or older. CHICAGO — Americans are changing the game
Cleveland musician helps Lady Antebellum rise
Lady Antebellum will perform at Country Jam at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds on Saturday.
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