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Oswalt wins again, leads Astros to 6-0 win
HOUSTON — Roy Oswalt threw his second straight complete-game shutout and set a Houston record for
Markakis snaps slump, carries Orioles past Indians
BALTIMORE — Nick Markakis broke out of a slump with two hits and scored the go-ahead run in the
Corrected information on Meat Loaf concert tickets
Tickets for the Oct. 23 Meat Loaf concert at Chevrolet Centre go on sale at 10 a.m. Sept. 19 at
Major creditors say close North American Delphi now
Two major creditors say Delphi Corp. should shut down its North American operations if it can’t stop
Mahoning commissioners provide more money for election
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County commissioners have added $100,000 to the county board of elections
Volunteers come out to help United Way; 2008 goal is $2.9M
YOUNGSTOWN — “It’s friends and neighbors helping friends and neighbors,” Walter “Buzz” Pishkur said
Boy flees hail of gunfire on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A 16-year-old boy ran into a store in the 1300 block of Wick Avenue to escape a hail of
Students can prepare for ACT at Ursuline Center in Canfield
CANFIELD — The Ursuline Center, 4300 Shields Road, will be the location of a series of five Sunday
More than 100 companies in Business Showcase
YOUNGSTOWN — The Regional Chamber’s Business Showcase kicked off this morning and runs to 4 p.m. at
YSU enrollment hits 14-year peak
YOUNGSTOWN — Enrollment at Youngstown State University has reached its highest point in 14 years.
Paving work moved up on U.S. Route 224 at Tippecanoe Road
BOARDMAN — Because of the weather forecast for tonight and Friday, the start time of tonight’s
Columbiana Co.’s 911 system online
LISBON — The Columbiana County’s 911 system is up and working. The formal dedication and first
GMA Whistle Stop tour coming to Trumbull County next week
GUSTAVUS — From 7 until 9 a.m. Wednesday, ABC’s “Good Morning America” will broadcast live from
Homes lost to fires
The vacant house at 1701 Richmond Ave. on the East Side was deliberately set on fire around 1:45 a.m. today, the fire department said.
East Palestine teachers "disappointed" with talks
EAST PALESTINE — The East Palestine Education Association this morning issued a statement saying teachers “are extremely disappointed that there was little progress” in its most recent contract talks.
Fourth suspect in Dow shooting to be arraigned
YOUNGSTOWN — A fourth suspect in the shooting death of James E. Dow, 28, of South Lakeview Avenue was brought back to the city by U.S. marshals on Wednesday and is expected to be arraigned Friday on a murder charge, said Capt. Kenneth Centorame, chief of detectives.
Hundreds mark 9/11 with walk
A 14-year-old songwriter and singer performed for a few hundred participants. LAKE MILTON —
Springfield’s Visingardi brings sense of relief
Springfield’s Visingardi brings sense of relief The 3-0 Tigers depend on the 5-foot-10 senior
THE INSIDER by Joe Scalzo
In 1998, Poland High football coach Paul Hulea took a senior class that had a a losing record as freshmen and turned it into a playoff team, going 9-1 in the regular season and winning the Metro Athletic Conference title.
Columbia Gas supplies almost all of Columbiana County and parts of Mahoning.
Columbia Gas supplies almost all of Columbiana County and parts of Mahoning. SALEM — The Ohio
Beware Poland's Mighty Midgets
The Bulldogs’ nasty defenders have helped engineer a 3-0 start. POLAND — When Tanner
YSU-Central State renew rivalry after 29 seasons
Marauders head coach Al West played against the Penguins back in the ‘70s. YOUNGSTOWN —
Gardens, flowers power fashions of Valley designer
Nanette Lepore previewed her new collection at Fashion Week in New York. NEW YORK — Like many
Investigators got a tip from TV show ‘America’s Most Wanted.’
Investigators got a tip from TV show ‘America’s Most Wanted.’ CLEVELAND — An inmate who escaped
Laurinaitis gets loose, then gets psyched before games
The Ohio State linebacker’s routine before a big games includes listening to music. COLUMBUS (AP)
A contractor will be chosen soon, the spokesman said.
A contractor will be chosen soon, the spokesman said. LIBERTY — Plans to build a Wal-Mart
Acoustic Juggernaut
The band plays originals and covers. Wearing influences on their sleeves. That’s what the
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ACTORS
ACTORS Ghost Walk. Packard Music hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren. Auditions are open to all
VOLLEYBALL
VOLLEYBALL Springfield 25-24-24-25-17, Boardman 10-26-26-17-13 NEW MIDDLETOWN — Springfield
New missile base in Korea
New missile base in Korea WASHINGTON — North Korea has quietly built a long-range missile base
St. Joseph Hospital moved out in 1996.
St. Joseph Hospital moved out in 1996. WARREN — The trustee appointed to handle the bankruptcy
• Jason and Ashley (Manning) Kemble of Waukesha, Wis., announce the birth of their first
• Jason and Ashley (Manning) Kemble of Waukesha, Wis., announce the birth of their first child, a
Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like it. It is where the heart is.
Opinion: Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like it. It is where the heart is. It is home. Today, homes
VALLEJO, Calif. — Mayor Osby Davis, who has lived in this waterfront city across San Pablo Bay
Opinion: VALLEJO, Calif. — Mayor Osby Davis, who has lived in this waterfront city across San Pablo Bay from
Q. Years ago, I was suffering with sensitivity to all underarm deodorants on the market. I found an
Q. Years ago, I was suffering with sensitivity to all underarm deodorants on the market. I found an
Today’s national remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on American soil will be
Editorial: Today’s national remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on American soil will be
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Christopher Gentile, sentenced to four years community control.
Boeing has a $275 billion backlog for plane orders.
Boeing has a $275 billion backlog for plane orders. Think of it as the Toyota Prius of the sky.
Caregiver accused of bilking money
The woman is accused of taking more than $40,000 from the disabled victim. BOARDMAN — A 42-
WASHINGTON — Now that change has become the theme of both parties in the upcoming general
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Now that change has become the theme of both parties in the upcoming general election,
Q & A with Bill Bohren
Bill Bohren began his high school coaching career in Illinois in 1965, shortly after he earned his Masters Degree from Illinois State.
Somehow, Diane English has managed to make the “Sex and the City” movie look like a
Somehow, Diane English has managed to make the “Sex and the City” movie look like a documentary.
A look at some of the events in the double-homicide death-penalty case of Richard Cooey:
A look at some of the events in the double-homicide death-penalty case of Richard Cooey: Sept. 1,
Taxpayers shouldn’t have to subsidize corporate tax dodgers or bloated CEO salaries.
Opinion: Taxpayers shouldn’t have to subsidize corporate tax dodgers or bloated CEO salaries. A recent
if you go
if you go Who: Red Wanting Blue, with opening act The Zou When: 8 p.m. Friday Where: Party on
The rockers’ new CD is ‘These Magnificent Miles.’
The rockers’ new CD is ‘These Magnificent Miles.’ For a singer, Scott Terry knows a lot about
“Hole in the Wall” (8 p.m., Fox): Two teams, dressed in spandex and hard hats, face down
“Hole in the Wall” (8 p.m., Fox): Two teams, dressed in spandex and hard hats, face down a moving
Regional Business Digest
REGION Turning Technologies stays on software list YOUNGSTOWN — Turning Technologies of
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday South Range school board, special session, 7 a.m., board office, 11822 South Ave.,
Democrat Charles Rangel of New York does not plan to resign.
Democrat Charles Rangel of New York does not plan to resign. WASHINGTON (AP) — The head of the
Trustees overturned two zoning amendments, sending them back to the zoning commission.
Trustees overturned two zoning amendments, sending them back to the zoning commission.
After nearly a year of enforcing impaired-driving laws, an awards banquet took place this week in
After nearly a year of enforcing impaired-driving laws, an awards banquet took place this week in
Ready to go, Tigers hit the field
The team was on the practice field 45 minutes after the strike ended.
‘Enough is enough,’ the Democratic candidate said.
‘Enough is enough,’ the Democratic candidate said. NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Democratic presidential
The rapist abducted and repeatedly assaulted a Warren woman.
The rapist abducted and repeatedly assaulted a Warren woman. YOUNGSTOWN — A 34-year-old Warren
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Gov. Ted Strickland is reviewing the case and will issue his clemency decision in coming weeks.
Gov. Ted Strickland is reviewing the case and will issue his clemency decision in coming weeks.
Rams: St. Louis dipped into the past to fill a void at wide receiver, signing former No. 1 pick
Rams: St. Louis dipped into the past to fill a void at wide receiver, signing former No. 1 pick
Festival for families at MetroParks Farm
Festival for families at MetroParks Farm CANFIELD — Mill Creek MetroParks’ fall festival, Sunset
The NYC memorial was to open in 2009.
The NYC memorial was to open in 2009. NEW YORK — Although memorials to the Sept. 11 attacks are
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CAMBRIDGE, England (AP) — The groom was Winston Churchill, so you’d think somebody would
CAMBRIDGE, England (AP) — The groom was Winston Churchill, so you’d think somebody would have taken
Can you tell the difference between Polish and Slovenian polka?
Can you tell the difference between Polish and Slovenian polka? BEAVER TOWNSHIP — For the
The grant will permit demolition on the property.
The grant will permit demolition on the property. COLUMBIANA — State Rep. Linda Bolon of
“Trying to figure out North Korea politics ... is like playing with a Ouija board.”
Opinion: “Trying to figure out North Korea politics ... is like playing with a Ouija board.” Dr. Michael G.
The oil and gas industry are keeping a close eye on the hurricane.
The oil and gas industry are keeping a close eye on the hurricane. HOUSTON (AP) — The frail and
A giant reflective balloon graces the Hall of Mirrors.
A giant reflective balloon graces the Hall of Mirrors. VERSAILLES, France (AP) — At the palace of
A lawyer said an appeal has already been filed in the Austintown case.
A lawyer said an appeal has already been filed in the Austintown case. AUSTINTOWN — The
Firehouse closed Tuesday
Firehouse closed Tuesday WARREN — Illness and the city’s overtime policy closed one of the city’s
The Four Preps recently marked their 50th anniversary.
The Four Preps recently marked their 50th anniversary. WARREN — The Four Preps will be in concert
The show hasn't received much support, even from its own network.
The show hasn't received much support, even from its own network. WILMINGTON, N.C. — When “One
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Nick Eason will appear Friday at the Blitz Bash Tailgate Party
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Nick Eason will appear Friday at the Blitz Bash Tailgate Party
HELSINKI, Fin-land — Before arriving here, I thought that the Cold War between the United
Opinion: HELSINKI, Fin-land — Before arriving here, I thought that the Cold War between the United States and
WARREN — Bob Eubanks, the television game-show host who grew to fame with “The Newlywed
WARREN — Bob Eubanks, the television game-show host who grew to fame with “The Newlywed Game,” will
The company cut its dividend from 68 cents per share to 5 cents.
The company cut its dividend from 68 cents per share to 5 cents. NEW YORK (AP) — Lehman Brothers,
Freelance insurance adjusters can make big money when a storm hits.
Freelance insurance adjusters can make big money when a storm hits. COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Barry
YOUNGSTOWN — Meat Loaf will perform in concert at Chevrolet Centre at 8 p.m. Oct. 23. Tickets
YOUNGSTOWN — Meat Loaf will perform in concert at Chevrolet Centre at 8 p.m. Oct. 23. Tickets are
‘Rainbow of Ribbons’ will be fundraiser
‘Rainbow of Ribbons’ will be fundraiser YOUNGSTOWN — The A Way With Words Foundation Inc. is
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Sept. 6 Possible
HOUSTON (AP) — Miguel Tejada’s grand slam broke open a close game in the sixth inning
HOUSTON (AP) — Miguel Tejada’s grand slam broke open a close game in the sixth inning and helped the
URSULINE vs. MASSILLON
URSULINE vs. MASSILLON When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Stambaugh Stadium Notebook: The Fighting
Visingardi height: 5-foot-10.
Visingardi height: 5-foot-10. Weight: 175 pounds. So far: Of his 14 kickoffs, six have been into
Washington Post: Though an active hurricane season this year has yet to produce a major disaster in
Opinion: Washington Post: Though an active hurricane season this year has yet to produce a major disaster in
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
‘BURN AFTER READING’
‘BURN AFTER READING’ Grade: B Directors: Joel and Ethan Coen Running time: 1 hour, 35 minutes
BALTIMORE (AP) — Through all the countless hours he spent rehabilitating an assortment of
BALTIMORE (AP) — Through all the countless hours he spent rehabilitating an assortment of injuries,
CORTLAND — Quilts will be displayed throughout Cortland on Sept. 19 and 20 as part of a show
CORTLAND — Quilts will be displayed throughout Cortland on Sept. 19 and 20 as part of a show and
The game is solid and entertaining, but not exactly awe-inspiring.
The game is solid and entertaining, but not exactly awe-inspiring. Will Wright is one of just
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (AP) — A lucky cat owes one of its nine lives to a firefighter who revived
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (AP) — A lucky cat owes one of its nine lives to a firefighter who revived it
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (AP) — Talk about a Big Mac attack! Don Gorske says he has eaten 23,000 of
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (AP) — Talk about a Big Mac attack! Don Gorske says he has eaten 23,000 of the
Today is Thursday, Sept. 11, the 255th day of 2008. There are 111 days left in the year. This is
Today is Thursday, Sept. 11, the 255th day of 2008. There are 111 days left in the year. This is
“Doubt” enters its final weekend at the Oakland Center for the Arts. The Tony-winning
“Doubt” enters its final weekend at the Oakland Center for the Arts. The Tony-winning play leaves
FALLS STRIKE ENDS
Many are pleased with deal but not all alldeal pact NEWTON FALLS — An agreement between
The committee will be asked to look at finances and reports and make recommendations.
The committee will be asked to look at finances and reports and make recommendations.
Facing drug charge
Facing drug charge YOUNGSTOWN — A man who police said tried to conceal a large bag of cocaine
The best movies by the Coen brothers are deadpan essays in dark comedy, with intricate plots and
The best movies by the Coen brothers are deadpan essays in dark comedy, with intricate plots and
THE CUTS
THE CUTS At a glance Here’s a look at some of what Gov. Ted Strickland has proposed to plug a
Minimum 7 attempts per game
Minimum 7 attempts per game PlayerAttCompYardsTDIntRating Gannon Hulea, Poland 251835141234.74
SHARON, Pa. — David Bailey — singer, songwriter, and cancer survivor — will
SHARON, Pa. — David Bailey — singer, songwriter, and cancer survivor — will perform Tuesday at First
The phone number for Vectren Source was incorrect on Page B6 of Wednesday’s Vindicator in a
The phone number for Vectren Source was incorrect on Page B6 of Wednesday’s Vindicator in a story
Underwood, Chesney among CMA nominees
Underwood, Chesney among CMA nominees NEW YORK — Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney and Alan Jackson
Fans of Lucinda Williams, Beyonc and The Pretenders won’t have to wait too long for new
Fans of Lucinda Williams, Beyonc and The Pretenders won’t have to wait too long for new releases.
STAFF REPORT
YOUNGSTOWN — Eleven fire departments in Ohio, including McDonald and Western Reserve Joint Fire
Brian Warchol, Columbiana vs. Crestview: Warchol is a constant touchdown threat for the Clippers,
Brian Warchol, Columbiana vs. Crestview: Warchol is a constant touchdown threat for the Clippers,
A freeze on tuition for state colleges will remain in effect for two more academic years.
A freeze on tuition for state colleges will remain in effect for two more academic years.
Matt Cassel will replace Tom Brady who was injured in last Sunday’s game.
Matt Cassel will replace Tom Brady who was injured in last Sunday’s game. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP)
A dangerous intersection at Main Street and a private road was discussed.
A dangerous intersection at Main Street and a private road was discussed. HILLSVILLE, Pa. —
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 4, Yankees 2 — Los Angeles clinched its fourth AL West title in five years.
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand’s national airline is offering to pay bald
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand’s national airline is offering to pay bald travelers to
Dallas ran and passed all over them and the Steelers are up next.
Dallas ran and passed all over them and the Steelers are up next. BEREA (AP) — One Mississippi.
The sign will cost about $70,000.
The sign will cost about $70,000. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s taken longer than originally planned, but
MINNEAPOLIS — U.S. Sen. Larry Craig’s lawyers asked the Minnesota Court of Appeals on
MINNEAPOLIS — U.S. Sen. Larry Craig’s lawyers asked the Minnesota Court of Appeals on Wednesday to
Physicists from all around the world tuned in to watch the event.
Physicists from all around the world tuned in to watch the event. GENEVA (AP) — A small blip on a
Other passengers did nothing to stop the assailant.
Other passengers did nothing to stop the assailant. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police have arrested a
A letter to members contains an apology for not informing them sooner about the closing.
A letter to members contains an apology for not informing them sooner about the closing.
Rey Maualuga will lead the top-ranked Trojans against Ohio State Saturday.
Rey Maualuga will lead the top-ranked Trojans against Ohio State Saturday. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rey
Part of the agreement says Bigowsky won’t take a promotional exam to become chief.
Part of the agreement says Bigowsky won’t take a promotional exam to become chief. GIRARD —
9/11 ceremonies Today in the Valley
9/11 ceremonies Today in the Valley Cardinal Joint Fire District, seventh annual Patriot Day
Dance and piano lessons, art and drama are just some of the program offerings.
Dance and piano lessons, art and drama are just some of the program offerings. YOUNGSTOWN —
Lady Pesed will be part of a display at the Lawrence County Historical Society.
Lady Pesed will be part of a display at the Lawrence County Historical Society. NEW WILMINGTON —
Program meeting draws big turnout
The Access to Recovery grant funding will end in two years, but Mahoning Valley organizations aim to
Boyfriend ‘Shawn’ belittles her because she’s unemployed
Dear Annie: I have been dating “Shawn” for a little over a year. We are very much in love and
Decision needed on fire station
A 2005 report estimated building a new fire station at the same site at more than $4 million.
Temporary turn lanes cause complaints
Paving should be completed in two weeks on Market Street. BOARDMAN — Temporary lines painted
Oh, baby! This stain remover really gets the job done
Dear Heloise: When my children were infants (25 and 30 years ago), you had a recipe for a laundry
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