News for September 14, 2008

Zambrano throws no-hitter as Cubs beat Astros 5-0

MILWAUKEE — Carlos Zambrano pitched the first no-hitter for the Chicago Cubs in 36 years, returning

Joe Biden will hold rally at Stambaugh Auditorium this week, source says

YOUNGSTOWN Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden will lead a public campaign event

Power lines and trees fall as remnants of Ike ram through the Valley

The Mahoning and Shenango Valleys are getting a taste of the remnants of Hurricane Ike as the storm

Tickets for McCain-Palin rally Tuesday remain available

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning and Trumbull County Republican headquarters reported a steady demand for

Throngs celebrate Polish culture at at festival in Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN - For 9-year-old Allina Rivera, performing a variety of Polish dances is something of a

Suspect shoots himself to death while in police custody in Columbiana Co.

EAST LIVERPOOL — Authorities are trying to figure out where Jason E. Miller was hiding a gun when he

Youngstown man critically injured in ATV accident

ORANGEVILLE — The Ohio State Patrol said a Youngstown man was seriously injured when the all-terrain

Hundreds attend open house of the future Mahoning History Center

YOUNGSTOWN — Marguerite and Robert Craciun took advantage of warm, sunny day to journey from their

Mill Creek Park celebrates flowers, plants, vegetables

YOUNGSTOWN – Flowers, plants and vegetables in a multitude of colors and sizes greeted visitors to

Surprise party honors Jenkinses' 50th anniversary

• CORTLAND — Mr. and Mrs. David Jenkins Sr. of Cortland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary

Trumbull career center gets firetruck for course

WARREN — For students in the public safety class at the Trumbull Career and Technical Center, having

Bids approved for new South Range school

NORTH LIMA — The first steps have been taken in getting the site ready for the new kindergarten-

Retired Valley autoworkers take fuel-saving invention to government

WARREN — Several retired auto workers from Struthers and Warren who now dabble with inventing hope

Budget battle brews between city administration, judges

YOUNGSTOWN —In the looming budget battle, the lines between city administrators and judges are

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SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 4611 • Members of AARP 4611 will meet at noon Wednesday at St. Augustine Church, Parmelee

Fabrizio 70th celebrated with dinner, cruise

• CAMPBELL — The 70th anniversary of their wedding was observed by Mr. and Mrs. Dominic Fabrizio of

Resort is setting for celebration of Masluks’ 50th

• BOARDMAN — Mr. and Mrs. Frank S. Masluk, 8103 Deerpath Drive, celebrated their 50th wedding

Hundreds brave rain to get tickets for Paisley concert

Opponents of the McCain-Palin ticket plan protests for Monday and Tuesday. GUSTAVUS — Despite

YSU avenges blowouts by pounding Central St.

The Penguins rushed for 239 yards on 47 carries in a 38-0 rout. YOUNGSTOWN — Smash-mouth

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Summers quite cool in fi rst start

Jon Heacock said that the quarterback — a junior transfer — is going to grow into the job.

Campbell’s ‘Alaska Rich’ knows home brew

National gold and bronze medals have been won for his home-brewed mead and hard cider.

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Grey-to-green idea takes root at festival

Youngstown has about 3,500 empty lots that can be used for green purposes, one vendor said.

No sunshine in SoCal: Trojans trounce OSU, 35-3

The Buckeyes were done in by crucial mistakes. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California turned the

Browns desperate to defeat Steelers

Cleveland last defeated Pittsburgh in September 2003. CLEVELAND (AP) — Braylon Edwards, it would

Canfield Fair probe prompted Moracco resignation

No paper trail resulted in no criminal charges filed against Paul Moracco.

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No joke, this is one big rivalry

I’m not a meteorologist, I’ve never played one on TV, and I didn’t stay at a Holiday Inn Express

School board seeks ‘bottom line’ on cuts

The Youngstown board president said without state loans, no deficit would exist. YOUNGSTOWN —

At Johnny Appleseed Festival, enjoy small-town charm, fun

Local celebrities old and young will be at the dunking tank. LISBON — Apple ice cream, a queen

Lowellville’s Ciarniello an army of one

The junior won the Div. III race at the Spartan Invitational by almost a minute. BOARDMAN —

AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 8, Red Sox 1 Red Sox 7, Blue Jays 5 BOSTON — Jacoby Ellsbury drove

The Victorian Italiante-style home was built by the C.C. Thompson family.

The Victorian Italiante-style home was built by the C.C. Thompson family. EAST LIVERPOOL —

Rock show parody with blue men

The three blue men don’t speak and are accompanied by an eight-piece band. 111That’s the idea

B.B. King Museum opens in Mississippi

B.B. King Museum opens in Mississippi INDIANOLA, Miss. — A new museum has opened to honor music

A merger helps a local company expand its services and add local employees.

A merger helps a local company expand its services and add local employees. BOARDMAN — Ajit

Palin's family off-limits? Get real

Opinion: The campaign of Republican presidential nominee John McCain has taken exception to this writer’s

ALL MY CHILDREN

ALL MY CHILDREN Josh feared for his life after admitting to Zach that he stole millions from the

Michigan gave away the football six times in a 35-17 blowout defeat.

Michigan gave away the football six times in a 35-17 blowout defeat. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — A

Michael Phelps’ agent has been crafting the swimmer’s image for years.

Michael Phelps’ agent has been crafting the swimmer’s image for years. Olympian Michael Phelps’

REGION

REGION Opportunities offered to comment on electricity increases YOUNGSTOWN — Two local hearings

Kennedy Center to honor Streisand, Freeman

Kennedy Center to honor Streisand, Freeman WASHINGTON — Barbra Streisand, actor Morgan Freeman and

‘Infinite Undiscovery’

‘Infinite Undiscovery’ (Square Enix) for Xbox 360 Genre: Role-Playing; Rating: T Grade: C

‘MaryJane’s Outpost’ entices women outside

‘MaryJane’s Outpost’ entices women outside Who knew communing with nature could be so enchanting?

Top 10

Top 10 Coolest small towns Port Jervis, N.Y. Manitou Springs, Colo. Yellow Springs, Ohio

Some employers are debating banning Web sites and whether that will hurt productivity or morale.

SERVICE

SERVICE The Regional Chamber announced key changes among its executive staff members. Kimberly

By doing so, heating costs can be cut up to 20 percent, one group says.

By doing so, heating costs can be cut up to 20 percent, one group says. The icy days of winter

Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Anthony M. Harrison The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is

ASHTABULA — John Pecchia threw three touchdowns passes — including two to Pat Durkin,

ASHTABULA — John Pecchia threw three touchdowns passes — including two to Pat Durkin, who had four

EFFECTS IN VALLEY

EFFECTS IN VALLEY As Hurricane Ike moves northeast today after whipping Texas and the western Gulf

TODAY

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call

Vindicator file photo

Vindicator file photo FORTY YEARS AGO: Julie Nixon, daughter of Richard M. Nixon, the Republican

MEN

MEN Lowellville Mt. Carmel (Tanglewood) — Low gross: Rich Coppola, Don Dilullo, Joe Slaven 39,

For the week ending Sept. 6

For the week ending Sept. 6 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Dark Curse” by Christine Feehan (Berkley) 2.

Government seeks way to save Lehman Brothers

Government seeks way to save Lehman Brothers WASHINGTON — The financial world held its collective

Game time

Game time Kickoff: 8:15 p.m. TV/radio: WFMJ (21), WKBN-AM (570), WNIO-AM (1390), WNCD-FM (93.3)

Red, white, blue and a bit of green …

Red, white, blue and a bit of green … The presidential race brings out big names in political

The company found the banned chemical in the milk powder in August but did not recall it until

SATURDAY’S RESULTS

SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL AREA SCORE Chaney 14, East Liverpool 0 OHIO Akr. Garfield 25,

Bunk beds can come with a host of nightmares

Bunk beds can come with a host of nightmares Parents can take several precautions and set rules

Diabetes will be subject of gathering in October

Diabetes will be subject of gathering in October GIRARD — The Humility of Mary Health Partners

No. 2 Georgia 14, South Carolina 7

No. 2 Georgia 14, South Carolina 7 COLUMBIA, S.C. — No. 2 Georgia and Knowshon Moreno made sure

Cowboys victorious

Cowboys victorious The Chaney High football team snapped a 13-game losing streak with a win over

Bell-ringers sought

Bell-ringers sought NEWTON FALLS — The Salvation Army here is looking for volunteers for its

Air base event draws 25,000, ties up traffic

Air base event draws 25,000, ties up traffic VIENNA — An air show may be coming to the

Former Ursuline standout Daryll Clark threw two touchdown passes.

Former Ursuline standout Daryll Clark threw two touchdown passes. SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse

Officials in Shenango Township and West Middlesex are asking voters to approve a merger.

A decision on whether to accept the signatures will be toward the end of the month.

A decision on whether to accept the signatures will be toward the end of the month. COLUMBUS (AP)

800s

800s Holiday — Kevin Coppola (804) in Wednesday Men. 700s Bell-Wick — Josh Joki (781), Justin

Along with tips for spa-goers on a budget, other themes emerged at the recent spa meeting. Here are

INTERSTATE 80

INTERSTATE 80 Fast facts Western entrance: Ohio state line three miles west of West Middlesex.

TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Gary W. Simones, 53, of 4239 Highland Ave., Warren, and Sandy

NEW PRODUCTIONS

NEW PRODUCTIONS A list of plays and musicals opening during the first half of the 2008-09 Broadway

NEW YORK — Where have all the new plays gone?

NEW YORK — Where have all the new plays gone? On Broadway this fall, it will be lonely pair — “To

Looking beyond I-80

Editorial: Looking beyond I-80 The U.S Department of Transportation gave Pennsylvania the only fair answer

YOUNGSTOWN — Crystal Jones, grants director for Humility of Mary Health Partners, was

YOUNGSTOWN — Crystal Jones, grants director for Humility of Mary Health Partners, was appointed as

Myke Parker and Kenny Strong contributed as Cowboys quarterbacks.

Myke Parker and Kenny Strong contributed as Cowboys quarterbacks. CANFIELD — Having scored

More than 30 women were victims of the South Hill Rapist.

More than 30 women were victims of the South Hill Rapist. SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A jogger grabbed

It was great to be back in Ohio several weekends ago for one of my favorite annual events, the MS

Opinion: It was great to be back in Ohio several weekends ago for one of my favorite annual events, the MS

Communities are passing laws to crack down on property owners.

Communities are passing laws to crack down on property owners. CHICAGO — Cece Edwards and her

CHICAGO — Waves of Slovenians, Bohemians, Irish, Italians and others have crested and receded,

Opinion: CHICAGO — Waves of Slovenians, Bohemians, Irish, Italians and others have crested and receded, and

‘Death Magnetic’

‘Death Magnetic’ Metallica (Warner Bros.) Grade: A Believe it or not, Metallica is very far

if you go

if you go Who: Blue Man Group’s “How to Be a Megastar Tour 2.1.” When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Polish Day features 2 famed polka bands

Polish Day features 2 famed polka bands NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The 18th Lawrence County Polish Day will

A safety checklist

A safety checklist Bunk beds don’t have to be hazardous. Here’s a safety checklist from the

“Desperate Housewives” (9 p.m., ABC): “Desperate Housewives” doesn’t

“Desperate Housewives” (9 p.m., ABC): “Desperate Housewives” doesn’t kick off its new season for two

Fantasy football

Fantasy football By the numbers Details behind fantasy football: 17 million: Fantasy football

Many consumers are trying generics or private-label brands.

Many consumers are trying generics or private-label brands. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Foodmakers may be

Wine celebration

Wine celebration California is celebrating wine this month with festivals, tastings, grape stomps

Shari and David Karnowski were trying for another baby to keep their charming 2-year-old daughter

Lots of topical references are rooted in the ’80s.

Lots of topical references are rooted in the ’80s. NILES — Trumbull New Theatre opened its

There will be hockey this season at the Chev-rolet Centre in downtown Youngstown, but it isn’t

Editorial: There will be hockey this season at the Chev-rolet Centre in downtown Youngstown, but it isn’t the

One anticipated musical is ‘Road Show,’ which will be off-Broadway.

One anticipated musical is ‘Road Show,’ which will be off-Broadway. NEW YORK — Not since the

Bethany 34, Kentucky Christian 19

Bethany 34, Kentucky Christian 19 BETHANY, W.Va. – Freshman RB Eric Walker scored two fourth

WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAY • Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs will have a board meeting at noon at the

selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .54, 17.18 .48 Avalon

CHESTER, W.Va. — Bill Engvall will perform at Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort on

CHESTER, W.Va. — Bill Engvall will perform at Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort on Oct. 22.

Museum of Ceramics

Museum of Ceramics Fine art doesn’t have to fit in a gilded frame. For proof, just visit the

Health Ledger is likely to get an Academy Award nomination.

Health Ledger is likely to get an Academy Award nomination. TORONTO (AP) — The last time a movie

Clocks have been made in forms that depend on the size and shape of the clock’s mechanism.

Clocks have been made in forms that depend on the size and shape of the clock’s mechanism. The

CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,

Hubby’s workout buddy has her worked up

Dear Annie: My husband and I have been happily married for 14 years and we have a 10-year-old

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Scientists have unearthed a camel jawbone in the Syrian desert that

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Scientists have unearthed a camel jawbone in the Syrian desert that they

The industry is still growing despite the economy.

The industry is still growing despite the economy. NEW YORK (AP) — With the economy slumping and

CHICAGO (AP) — Twelve years after terrorists’ gunfire killed 17-year-old American David

CHICAGO (AP) — Twelve years after terrorists’ gunfire killed 17-year-old American David Boim at a

Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the

Company founder

Company founder A closer look Background for Ajit Kumar: Title: president and chief executive

Mahoning county

Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations

The 910th was officially born in the Mahoning Valley in 1963.

The 910th was officially born in the Mahoning Valley in 1963. VIENNA —¬†Today’s 910th Airlift

Leo Morris, competing in the Joseph Romeo Memorial Golf Outing at Fonderlac Country Club, aced the

Q. I have a question about Valtrex.

Q. I have a question about Valtrex. I know this drug is prescribed to treat genital herpes. If

Neither vulnerable. North deals.

Neither vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xK J 6 u8 5 v5 wQ J 10 9 8 6 2 WEST EAST xQ 10

The collection from the Civil War era is part of the history of the South.

The collection from the Civil War era is part of the history of the South. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) —

Today is Sunday, Sept. 14, the 258th day of 2008. There are 108 days left in the year. On this date

Speed limits serve a purpose

Opinion: Speed limits serve a purpose EDITOR: This letter is a follow up to one last Sunday, “City should

MONDAY

MONDAY • Ruth Shrine 64, White Shrine of Jerusalem, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at

Apartments repaired after fire; some ready in October

The Villager Apartments building manager said she expects about 20 tenants to return to the complex

YOUNGSTOWN STATE

YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Soccer vs. Akron at Stambaugh Stadium, 1 p.m.; Volleyball at West

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Sheridan Block Watch, 6:30 p.m., Martin Luther Lutheran Church, corner of Hudson an

Season to date: The strong finish by Blaney moved him up to 31st place in the Sprint Cup Series

Westminster’ s QB engineered an eight-play drive for the game-winning score in a 6-2 victory.

One critic of the program said it is ‘urbanizing the suburbs.’

One critic of the program said it is ‘urbanizing the suburbs.’ CINCINNATI (AP) — A federal

Replacing items has become cheaper than fixing them.

Replacing items has become cheaper than fixing them. The turntable in the $79.99 microwave no

Local

Local Poetry Slam YOUNGSTOWN— Pig Iron Literary & Art Works will host its 10th annual Pig Iron

Associated Press

Step aside, orange. It’s yellow’s turn to shine. The last few years have seen greens and oranges

The recall reaches 31 states, the company said.

The recall reaches 31 states, the company said. FRANKLIN, Tenn. (AP) — Mars Petcare US announced a

Saturday

Saturday 11 a.m.: Grand Parade. Noon-1 p.m.: Queen, Applebud & Appleblossom Crowning (stage).

SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER TODAY — Dorbish Memorial at Bedford Trails Golf Course. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. For

COLUMBIANA — The 48th annual rose show was sponsored by Columbiana Rose Society, a member of

COLUMBIANA — The 48th annual rose show was sponsored by Columbiana Rose Society, a member of the

Museum of Ceramics tells the story of ‘Crockery City’

Museum of Ceramics tells the story of ‘Crockery City’ At its peak, East Liverpool produced more

More than 45 churches in the diocese could be closed; more than half of those are in Cleveland.

The university is adding 529 parking spaces.

The university is adding 529 parking spaces. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. — Reports of an expected record

The man’s attorney said an expert determined that documents had been altered.

The man’s attorney said an expert determined that documents had been altered. KITTANNING, Pa.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Activists at a conservative political forum snapped up boxes of waffle mix

Fitch and Green battled to a scoreless tie in girls action and Mooney’s boys lost to

Fitch and Green battled to a scoreless tie in girls action and Mooney’s boys lost to Worthington

staff report

MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County Historical Society has tickets available for its fourth annual Ox

THISTLEDOWN results

THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 1st—Sterling R (Stokes)7.603.403.40 Amber’s Golden Boy

PITTSBURGH at CLEVELAND

PITTSBURGH at CLEVELAND Kickoff: 8:15 p.m. TV/radio: WFMJ (21), WKBN-AM (570), WNIO-AM (1390),

Tony Stewart says that Junior has a renewed confidence that hasn’t been seen the last few

Tony Stewart says that Junior has a renewed confidence that hasn’t been seen the last few years.

Crowd count: The announced crowd of 14,143 was just that, since about half that many fans actually

LPGA Tour

LPGA Tour MOBILE, Ala. — Angela Stanford shot her second straight 5-under 67 to take a four-

Jena Baun and Michelle Basista helped Fitch in a straight-set win over Girard.

Jena Baun and Michelle Basista helped Fitch in a straight-set win over Girard. SALEM — Amy

No. 24 Illinois struggled while Iowa defeated an instate rival.

No. 24 Illinois struggled while Iowa defeated an instate rival. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. —

Washington Post

WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats, balancing political reality against a policy they have long

NFL

NFL Favorite Points Underdog Week Two KANSAS CITY 31‚Ñ2Oakland CINCINNATI 1Tennessee

ysu

ysu Cross country UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The YSU men’s cross country squad finished eighth and

At least 135 people were injured in the train collision, officials said.

At least 135 people were injured in the train collision, officials said. LOS ANGELES (AP) — A

The 3 million people in the Houston area could be without power for weeks.

The 3 million people in the Houston area could be without power for weeks. HOUSTON (AP) —

The games were originally postponed because of Hurricane Ike.

The games were originally postponed because of Hurricane Ike. CHICAGO (AP) — Two games between

BASEBALL

BASEBALL Rondinelli Tuxedo — will have Babe Ruth and little b league team tryouts on Sundays. Call

Toledo, Kent State and Miami won but Ohio didn’t.

Toledo, Kent State and Miami won but Ohio didn’t. AKRON — Ball State safety Sean Baker, a Canfield

Group will join rally

Group will join rally The Mahoning Valley unit of the Airstream Wally Byum Caravan Club

Los Angeles Times

Health authorities have detected the emergence of a rare but deadly “lung-eating” form of pneumonia

cross country

cross country Marietta Invitational Women Bethany College — finished ninth out of 10 teams.

Wyoming 16, North Dakota State 13

Wyoming 16, North Dakota State 13 LARAMIE, Wyo. — Jake Scott kicked a 29-yard field goal with 4

He had three hits in the opening win and two homers in the nightcap.

He had three hits in the opening win and two homers in the nightcap. CLEVELAND (AP) — Kansas

Paul Moracco left the fair board April 25 after 37 years of service.

Paul Moracco left the fair board April 25 after 37 years of service. CANFIELD — Former

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