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Vacant Girard home heavily damaged by fire
GIRARD – A vacant home at 302 S. Davis St. had major smoke and heat damage on Monday, the fire
Changes at AG’s office aim to prevent unprofessional environment
In response to sexual harassment complaints, cronyism and an unprofessional work environment when
Phantoms will play 23 games at Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN —The city has signed an agreement with the Mahoning Valley Phantoms junior hockey team to
Elections board will vote on accepting Aey’s petitions
YOUNGSTOWN — An attorney representing David P. Aey overstepped his authority by issuing subpoenas
8-year-old hurt in fall off ATV
YOUNGSTOWN — The condition of an 8-year-old Regis Street boy who fell off an ATV he was riding near
Free movie Saturday evening at Boardman Park
BOARDMAN — Boardman Park will present a family movie night Saturday. The movie, “Evan Almighty,”
Boardman railroad crossing will close
BOARDMAN — The Youngstown & Southeastern Railroad crossing at Meadowbrook Avenue and Southern
County building commission approves $289K in improvements to Oakhill Renaissance Place
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Building Commission has approved more than $289,000 worth of
Mortgage rates dip thanks to fed intervention
Mortgage rates are expected to take a slight dip now that the federal government has stepped into
Chase makes $75K donation to YSU Centennial Capital Campaign
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s Centennial Capital Campaign got a $75,000 boost from
Former client of disbarred Youngstown lawyer gets $50K
COLUMBUS — A former client of disbarred Youngstown lawyer Richard D. Goldberg will get a $50,000
Youngstown man charged in death of Warren diner owner
WARREN — A detective working on the investigation into the fatal shooting of Freddie’s Diner owner
Arsons damage night club building, house
YOUNGSTOWN — A deliberately set fire at 1:40 a.m. today was confined to the stage area of the former
Skolnick, Free to rap on politics Tuesday
David Skolnick, The Vindicator’s politics writer and city hall reporter, will be on the air at 10
Sobriety roadblock will be set up Friday
A sobriety roadblock will be held somewhere in Mahoning County from 11 p.m. Friday to 3 a.m.
Traffic backed up this morning on I-680 southbound
YOUNGSTOWN — Traffic is backed up this morning on Interstate 680 southbound because of an accident
Poland fire department gets grant
POLAND — Western Reserve Joint Fire District will receive $42,398 from the U.S. Department of
YSU board expected to OK leave program
Employees previously had to use up their sick time or take unpaid medical leave. YOUNGSTOWN —
Sandoval and Giants doom Pirates, 11-6
San Francisco scored 10 runs in one inning to hand Pittsburgh its record-tying 16th straight losing
Ravens launch new era with ‘W’
QB Joe Flacco had a good game in his debut with Baltimore. BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens
Access to Recovery looks for housing
Training for faith-based organizations is scheduled for Wednesday morning. YOUNGSTOWN — More
Warner drives Arizona to 23-13 win over 49ers
Quarterback Kurt Warner passed for 197 yards and led three effective drives. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) —
YMHA director plans ‘long-overdue’ study
The new executive is focused on safety and security. YOUNGSTOWN — A new executive director and
From the few, the proud, a higher responsibility
After careers in the military and business, the Rev. Solomon P. Hill takes on a new challenge as a
Romo, Dallas shred Browns, 28-10
The Cowboys lived up to their billing as the NFC team to beat. CLEVELAND (AP) — Tony Romo’s
ON THE FIELD How local NFL players fared
Brad Smith (Jets, Chaney) — The third-year tight end saw action but accumulated no statistics in the
Lee’s streak reaches 10 as Indians prevail, 3-1
Cliff Lee’s winning streak is the longest in the majors this season, and he has the most wins with
Free concert in Warren by YSU Wind Ensemble
Free concert in Warren by YSU Wind Ensemble WARREN — The Youngstown State University Wind
Buckeyes fall to No. 5 in polls
After barely beating Ohio U., Ohio State will face a tough test against No. 1 USC. COLUMBUS (AP) —
MSWCD plans election for board
The three-year supervisor’s position is unpaid. YOUNGSTOWN — The Ohio Soil and Water
Chefs serve up compassion
The Food Network-style event was expected to raise $25,000 for Sojourner House. LIBERTY —
Tasty fundraiser benefits Sojourner
Tasty fundraiser benefits Sojourner kPhyllis Miller of Austintown samples Thai chicken during the
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Sunday: The Hartford native drove the No. 22 Caterpillar Toyota to a 22nd-place finish at the Chevy
Man charged in murder of diner owner
WARREN — A 28-year-old Youngstown man has been charged in the robbery and fatal shooting at
The catch of Election Day will be undecided voters
Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Florida are critical states for candidates. AUSTIN, Texas —
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP \ Saturday night’s games
TOP 25 No. 5 Florida 26, Miami 3 — Tim Tebow threw two touchdown passes, speedster Percy Harvin
Many Keys residents taking wait-and-see approach to Ike
The hurricane is predicted to hit the U.S. between the Florida Panhandle and the Texas coast. KEY
THE PRAISES OF SINGER
Butler exhibit shows America’s true colors An aficionado described the artist as ‘a very gentle,
Spears does better at music awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Really, all Britney Spears needed to do was show up to the MTV Video Music Awards
Teen apparel stores see secondary brands struggle
NEW YORK (AP) — At the Arden B clothing store on Fifth Avenue, dance music is pumping and sale signs
NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AFC Patriots 17, Chiefs 10 FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady limped off the field under the worried
Penn St. offense puts up numbers
After beating Oregon State, 45-14, Penn State moved up two spots to No. 17. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Jawan M. Knox The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
Group wants to preserve Cheney’s documents
Group wants to preserve Cheney’s documents WASHINGTON — Months before the Bush administration
Pennsylvania stubbing out public smoking
The law allows many exemptions, such as private clubs and casinos. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Smokers who
Monday's Best Bets on TV
“Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles” (8 p.m., Fox): It’s time for Season 2 of “Terminator: The
Sojourner House |Fast facts
The shelter provides safe, short-term refuge for women and children in the Youngstown area and is
Bears upstage Colts, 29-13
Chicago’s win snapped the Colts’ 21-game win streak in September and October. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) —
Columbiana COUNTY
Columbiana COUNTY Divorces granted Kevin Sequin v. Roberta Seguin. Lindy Waller V. James
MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 3, White Sox 2 CHICAGO — Joe Saunders flashed his All-Star form while
Another rankings scandal
Another rankings scandal Providence Journal: Word from The Wall Street Journal that some law
New BET series about college life
NEW YORK — Many college students see the diploma that awaits them as their ticket to success. For
Palin’s pastor urges flock to pray for the media
Palin’s pastor urges flock to pray for the media WASILLA, Alaska — A little sermon about — and for
His abuse of infant is scary
Dear Annie: My husband and I recently had our first child. We take turns taking care of the baby so
Are you better off? The question is deceptive
Opinion: WASHINGTON — John McCain, who is in what Macbeth called “the sere, the yellow leaf” of life, has
Failure to heed warnings brings disastrous results
Editorial: Failure to heed warnings brings disastrous results The most frightening possibility about the
“The United States, I’ve said many times, doesn’t have any permanent
Opinion: “The United States, I’ve said many times, doesn’t have any permanent enemies.” Secretary of State
Plans advance for new facility
My first trip to South Dakota was an interesting one, except for the football game which I am trying
NFL PREVIEW Tonight’s games
MINNESOTA at GREEN BAY Kickoff: 7 p.m. TV: ESPN Opening line: Packers by 3. Series history:
Regional Business Digest
REGION Business Showcase 2008 set at Chevrolet Centre YOUNGSTOWN — The Regional Chamber’s
More workers borrow from retirement plans
The trend worries financial experts. Six months ago, Ivan Sanchez was optimistic about his
McCain takes on GOP, Bush, Obama
Republicans are mum about McCain’s criticism of the party and President Bush. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.
REMINDER \ Football stats
Area football coaches (or their statisticians) are reminded that weekly statistics should be
Health chiefs fight to get doctors back
Many doctors who fled Iraq’s violence don’t plan to return. BAGHDAD (AP) — A kidney specialist who
U.S. reins in Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
The mortgage companies have lost $14 billion in the last year. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Bush
Community colleges have role in higher education
Opinion: This is a good time for thinking about higher education in our country, particularly against the
U.S. must stop meddling in affairs of Russia and Georgia
Opinion: U.S. must stop meddling in affairs of Russia and Georgia EDITOR: As one who has participated in
Today is Monday, Sept. 8, the 252nd day of 2008. There are 114 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Monday, Sept. 8, the 252nd day of 2008. There are 114 days left in the year. On this date
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Stambaugh Charter Academy school board, 5 p.m., 2420 Donald Ave., Youngstown.
Arts/Crafts shows
Arts/Crafts shows • Queen of the Holy Rosary Church, 291 Scoville Drive, Vienna, is seeking
Movie gives Malkovich chance to blow off steam
Movie gives Malkovich chance to blow off steam TORONTO — The Coen brothers’ new movie gave John
Murray runs Nadal ragged to reach first Slam final
Andy Murray stopped No. 1-ranked Rafael Nadal’s 19-match winning streak. NEW YORK (AP) — No one
A brilliant idea: Here’s a recipe for jewelry cleaner
Dear Heloise: Thanks for your many hints. Do you have a recipe for a homemade jewelry cleaner? I
WEEKEND Scores area
WEEKEND Scores area Alliance 23, Canfield 20, 3 OT Boardman 55, Chaney 7 Champion 27,
Companies thrive on high oil prices
Oil’s climb has forced companies to become leaner. NEW YORK (AP) — Conventional wisdom had long
Peering through the political smokescreen
Opinion: ST. PAUL, Minn. — So, it’s up to us, folks. The balloons are popped, the fireworks are spent,
Hidden guns now easier to carry
The Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence has expressed concerns about the change in the state law.
CONCEALED-WEAPONS LAW What’s been changed
Some changes to Ohio’s concealed-weapons law taking effect today: Permit holders can now keep a
Serena Williams is back as U.S. Open champion, No. 1
She outlasted Jelena Jankovic of Serbia 6-4, 7-5, for her third U.S. Open title. She outlasted
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Oakland at Baltimore, ppd., rain, 1st game Oakland 5,
LATE SATURDAY Giants 7, Pirates 6
SAN FRANCISCO — Rich Aurilia hit one of three Giants home runs and San Francisco finally beat the
Black-Huber claim Open doubles title
NEW YORK (AP) — Cara Black of Zimbabwe and Liezel Huber of the United States beat Lisa Raymond of
SOCCER POLLS Vindicator top 10s
There’s yet another change at the top of the girls top 10. Howland opened the season in first place
Mooney seeking state berth
Mooney seeking state berth The Mooney girls soccer team is playing an ambitious schedule with the
High School Soccer \ News and notes
Fair question: A reader asked this question: Every week The Vindicator runs a brief story about the
Rev. Solomon P. Hill Background
Education: Graduate of Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Mo.; master of public administration
Steelers win sixth straight opener
Willie Parker ran for 138 yards and three TDs to lead the Steelers’ 38-17 win over the Texans.
Mooney hopes to rebound after losses to state powers
The Cardinals play some of the best teams in the state to get ready for tourney play.
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