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Scrappers lose rain-shortened game

NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers lost to the Auburn Doubledays, 3-2, in a rain-shortened New


Howland firefighters look for cause of morning house fire

HOWLAND — Firefighters said the cause is unknown in a house fire that caused $25,000 in damages and


Three Youngstown men drown in Lake Erie

Doyle Broomfield, 83, Nathaniel Jackson, 74, and Vincent Dale Mack, 52, all of Youngstown were


Pooch Pentathlon set Sunday at YMCA

BOARDMAN — It’s a test of strength, agility and endurance challenging man’s — and woman’s — best


Wal-Mart and Youngstown reach deal on water, hiring

YOUNGSTOWN —The city signed a deal today to provide water to a proposed Wal-Mart in Liberty in


Big Liberty sewer line project gets under way

LIBERTY — After six years of studies and applications, Phase I of the Little Squaw Creek Interceptor


City employee’s trial is Oct. 24

YOUNGSTOWN — A city water department employee faces trial Oct. 24 on charges of driving under


Appellate court throws out complaint involving Youngstown council members

YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals dismissed legal complaints filed by a Youngstown man


Three bedding fires on the South Side

Three bedding fires on the South Side YOUNGSTOWN — City firefighters responded to three bedding


Fisher expects Obama and Biden to visit here often

YOUNGSTOWN — Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher expects the two major political party presidential nominees and


Ohio Lt. Gov. Fisher touts plan to stimulate state’s economy

YOUNGSTOWN — A long-range plan to stimulate the state’s economy will prove to be beneficial to the


New York man faces Trumbull grand jury on counterfeiting charges

NILES — One man will face a grand jury on counterfeiting charges while another man was cleared in a


Poland fire department gets grant

POLAND — Western Reserve Joint Fire District will receive $42,398 from the U.S. Department of


CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups plan events

associations • Home Cemetery Association will meet at 5 p.m. Sunday at the cemetery. In the event


Warren JFK will forfeit CVCA win

The Eagles used a player who was academically ineligible in their Aug. 22 victory. For the


Sick-leave measure off ballot in Ohio

The announcement came one day before the deadline for proponents to remove the issue from the state ballot.


Champions triumph, 16-7

Champions triumph, 16-7


Cobalt production boosted by overtime

GM says it’s working as much overtime as it can.


Boardman High boys get running start

Sam Deskin, Joe Sazak, Ryan Westfall, Seth Westfall, Brandon Pasvanis and Eddie Adu-Poku are


The new ‘Grow Home’ campaign seeks Valley loyalty, recognition

YSU alumni from outside the Valley are the target.

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More plans set for Kaluza trial

Because a crowd is expected, the trial will be in the largest courtroom.


Reds’ battle cry: At least we’re not last

Cincinnati’s 8-6 win puts Pittsburgh at the bottom of the NL Central. CINCINNATI (AP) — At this


Police: Be wary of man claiming wife is stranded

One of the victims said the ordeal has left her feeling nervous.


Without Peek, Browns turn to rookie LB Hall

The former Div. II standout will have his hands full against the Cowboys. BEREA (AP) — Around this


Ryan: Children’s hospital will further Valley tech belt

Re-establishing a new Ronald McDonald House on Ferncliff Avenue is being discussed.

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Steelers need healthy Polamalu to return to form

The safety’s presence makes a difference because of his exceptional ability. PITTSBURGH (AP) —


YSU will buy lot for additional parking

Construction on the business school is slated to begin in January or February. YOUNGSTOWN —


Truancy sweeps begin

School-age children can’t be on streets between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.


Malone looking to take next step

The Pioneers have just missed the playoffs the past two seasons. CANTON — Each fall when


Lawn mowers, watercraft face emission reductions

WASHINGTON (AP) — Gasoline-powered lawn mowers that are a big cause of summertime air pollution will


Aey certainly gets points for perseverance

Opinion: You have to give credit to David P. Aey for not giving up.


Britney will kick off MTV awards show

Britney will kick off MTV awards show NEW YORK — Despite her train-wreck performance at the MTV


‘Top Design’ star Oldham defines his personal space

Todd Oldham has a knack for knickknacks. NEW YORK — Half the fun of meeting Todd Oldham is


AKRON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Timeline

Akron Children’s Hospital’s first presence in the Mahoning Valley was in 2002 with the


Children are off-limits, but their actions?

Opinion: The children of politicians should be off-limits to political attacks and public scrutiny, period.


St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Ronald and Ann Sudol, Austintown, boy, Aug. 26. Todd and


’Til death do you part

This is a story about two brothers named William and Moses. Both are blue-collar guys. They love


Son’s separation from them is natural

Dear Annie: Please help me understand my 15-year-old child. We’ve always had a great mother-son


if you go

if you go Who: Journey with Heart and Cheap Trick When: 7 p.m. Saturday Where: Blossom Music


Surplus food

Surplus food New Life Church, 2250 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland. Free produce from 9 to 10:30


McCain’s maverick role is overstated these days

Opinion: All week, Republicans have hailed Sen. John McCain as a maverick and a reformer, an independent


the scoop

the scoop site of the week “Guns, Germs, and Steel” regularly tops the reading lists of high


Vindy.com News Podcast for September 5, 2008

The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, September 5 is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.


Comics, art and more

The ensuing show will feature appearances by Adam West and other actors. NILES — The


Detroit mayor pleads guilty, resigns as of Sept. 18

DETROIT (AP) — Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick pleaded guilty to felony charges Thursday in a sex scandal,


Retailers, unemployment send stocks down

In a bear market, investors need little reason to sell. NEW YORK (AP) — Dejected investors sent


With new singer, Journey’s believin’

The real criteria for finding a new vocalist were vocal presence and style, the bassist said.


Palin’s speech was unqualified success

Opinion: The Democrats now know they have their hands full with Sarah Palin. If there was any doubt that the


All weekend

All weekend Onstage “The Glass Menagerie,” 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, New


3-vehicle accident leaves man dead

WASHINGTONVILLE — Authorities are investigating a three-vehicle accident that claimed the life of


Cheney blasts Russia for action in Georgia

The trip signaled to Moscow continued U.S. support for Georgia and its neighbors. TBILISI, Georgia


DEPTH CHART YSU vs. South Dakota State

YSU OFFENSE RT — (76) BOBBY COATES (6-4, 300, Soph.); (74) Greg Sazdanoff (6-3, 270, RFr.) RG —


COLLEGE FOOTBALL \ Regional previews

MOUNT UNION vs. ST. JOHN FISHER (N.Y.) When: 1:30 p.m. Where: Mount Union Stadium, Alliance.


Pakistan condemns U.S. attack

The presumptive president of Pakistan said the country still stands by the U.S. in the fight against


Shoddy buildings blamed

Shoddy buildings blamed BEIJING — Nearly four months after China’s devastating earthquake, a


Judge: Defendant will remain in jail

An appeal concerning the confession is before the Ohio Supreme Court. YOUNGSTOWN — The judge


Autumn in the Woods to have preview

COLUMBIANA — Autumn in the Woods returns to Shaker Woods this weekend with a special early preview


Prep soccer Thursday’s games

BOYS Mooney 1, Upper St. Clair 0 UPPER SAINT CLAIR — With 33 seconds left in the second


McCain painted himself as a reformer willing to take on his own party while maintaining his GOP

McCain painted himself as a reformer willing to take on his own party while maintaining his GOP


OHIO

OHIO Ohio beer distributors sue over broken agreements CLEVELAND — MillerCoors LLC is facing a


Ex-Dem candidate Edwards plans no public events till after election

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Former Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards says in a statement that


“Stand Up to Cancer” (8 p.m., NBC, ABC and CBS): Christina Applegate, who recently

“Stand Up to Cancer” (8 p.m., NBC, ABC and CBS): Christina Applegate, who recently underwent a


Lobbyist Abramoff gets four-year prison sentence

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jack Abramoff, the once-powerful lobbyist at the heart of a far-reaching political


Execute obese inmate soon; deny parole to Valley killer

Editorial: Execute obese inmate soon; deny parole to Valley killer The Ohio Parole Board exercised sound


Moraine GM plant to close in 2010 or before

GM workers near Dayton are advised to consider retraining for other work. MORAINE, Ohio (AP) —


County residents should not pay for bus service in city

Opinion: There ought to be a law against immodesty in public EDITOR: Cover up, young girls and women!


Today is Friday, Sept. 5, the 249th day of 2008. There are 117 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Friday, Sept. 5, the 249th day of 2008. There are 117 days left in the year. On this date


“The American presidency is not supposed to be a journey of ‘personal discovery.’

“The American presidency is not supposed to be a journey of ‘personal discovery.’ This world of


high five

high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “America’s Got Talent,” NBC. 2. “Deal


Independent candidate off Pa. ballot

The candidate admitted he helped voters fill out his nomination petitions. PITTSBURGH (AP) — An


Source: Advisers urge Bush to keep 15 brigades in Iraq till end of year

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush’s top defense advisers have recommended he maintain 15 combat


Abu Ghraib to reopen along with museum

The museum section will document abuses by Saddam Hussein but not by American guards. BAGHDAD (AP)


Marshals hold woman who had suspected counterfeit goods

About 500 suspected counterfeit items were seized by Howland police. WARREN — A Howland woman


Officials consider solar energy

Officials hope to know something within a couple of weeks. WARREN — With rising energy


English: Law aids public projects

U.S. Rep Phil English visited Hermitage on Thursday. HERMITAGE, Pa. — A new law that he helped


Analysts: Automobile prices falling rapidly

The average price of a new vehicle fell 2 percent in the second quarter. NEW YORK (AP) — New-


Make-A-Wish Foundation plans benefit to grant dreams for kids

BOARDMAN — Preston Morgan’s one wish is to visit Disney World in Orlando, Fla., and the Make-A-Wish


Men indicted in shooting death

YOUNGSTOWN — Two men have been indicted in the drive-by shooting death of 19-year-old Sirtan Alli.


Don’t tie new president’s hands

Don’t tie new president’s hands Miami Herald: In its few remaining months in office, the Bush


Reader gets credit for sharing good advice

Dear Heloise: My suggestion is to carry two (different type — Heloise) major credit cards. When in a


Family service plan to alleviate stress

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A mother who left her baby on a doorstep in Union Township will have another


Not enough evidence to prosecute in pony case

SHARON, Pa. — The Mercer County District Attorney says there isn’t enough evidence right now to


Wells out for Buckeyes

Wells out for Buckeyes Ohio State coach Jim Tressel says tailback Chris “Beanie” Wells will not


Making the switch to cash games

There’s plenty of discussion on internet poker forums about the differences between tournament and


TEEN MACHINE

Joey Logano attempting to make first Cup start Nerves have never been a problem for Joey


Scrappers overcome error-prone ’Cutters

Tim Fedroff’s two-run triple led a seventh-inning rally for a 5-2 win over Williamsport. NILES —


on course \ Prep cross country notes

TOP TIMES BOYS 1. Sam Deskin, Boardman, 16:21 2. Aaron Sutton, Howland, 16:45 3. Tyler Ames,


Teachers strike in Falls

Teachers strike in Falls NEWTON FALLS — Teachers in Newton Falls Exempted Village Schools will be


Syrian leader proposes Israel peace deal

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syria’s leader said Thursday he offered a proposal for peace with Israel but


TIME TO MOVE ON

YSU turns focus to South Dakota YOUNGSTOWN — During Tuesday’s Youngstown State football


Fires keep crews busy

Fires keep crews busy YOUNGSTOWN — Vacant houses on the South and East sides were burned between


A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Aug. 29 Theft: A


ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 7, Tigers 1 DETROIT — Torii Hunter homered to back Ervin Santana, and the


Absentee ballots to reduce poll lines

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cuyahoga County elections director says more than 881,000 absentee ballot


Valley Republicans gain inspiration from speech

About 65 area residents watched the speech at the GOP headquarters. BOARDMAN — U.S. Sen. John


Product eliminates response card

The company’s system can now be accessed through cell phones and computers. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Yavorcik to stay in prosecutor race

The prosecutor won’t pursue other legal attempts to get his opponent disqualified. YOUNGSTOWN


Mahoning’s $300,000 to fund development

Trumbull County also is contributing $300,000 to the port authority. BERLIN CENTER — Mahoning


Ragan, Kahne outside for now

Clint Bowyer is officially on the bubble as the final race before the “Chase” begins. CHARLOTTE,


Unranked Muller puts up a fight, but Federer wins

NEW YORK (AP) — As the break points and the set points slipped away, as his shouts of self-


GAME TIME

Who: Scrappers vs. Auburn Doubledays When: Today, 7:05 p.m. Where: Eastwood Field. Promotions:


THURSDAY’S RESULTS

THURSDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL OHIO SCORES Cin. Turpin 28, Cin. Indian Hill 21 Cin. Woodward


Walsh will depend on transfers, recruits

The Cavaliers will rely heavily on one of its strongest recruiting classes in the program’s


Fred Tod Jr., scion of a Youngstown founding family, dies at age 90

Tod had served on many community boards and was an expert woodworker. YOUNGSTOWN — The city has


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott J. MacDonald, 59, of 8464 Hitchcock Road, Boardman, and


Warren seeks ways to raise revenue

The court has not increased court costs since 2003. WARREN — The possibility that 200


Prediction: Graduation losses won’t lead to Mt. Union losses

ALLIANCE — Leave it to the Mount Union College football team to lose 13 starters, play one of its


Oh well, no Wells: RB out for OSU

But he is expected to be back for Ohio State’s game at USC next week. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State

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