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Fielder homers in ninth to lift Brewers over Bucs
MILWAUKEE — Prince Fielder homered with two outs in the bottom of the ninth and the Milwaukee
Red Sox clinch playoff spot; Indians’ Lee denied 23rd win
BOSTON — The World Series champion Boston Red Sox are back in the playoffs, thanks to a 5-4 victory
Boardman sweeps county cross country titles
CANFIELD — Senior Samantha Hamilton of Jackson-Milton High took first place in 19 minutes, 17
Mahoning prosecutors want confession allowed in baby death case
YOUNGSTOWN — Having dropped its appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court, Mahoning County prosecutors are
Car seat check set Friday at Babies R Us in Boardman
BOARDMAN — As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, a car seat check will be from 10 a.m. to
Warren man gets 13-year prison term on rape, assault charges
WARREN — A 24-year-old city man convicted by a jury of rape, felonious assault and two other
Man arrested for Girard home blast
GIRARD — A city man will face several felony charges in connection with the Washington Avenue home that exploded last week.
Jury rules in favor of Mill Creek Park in slander suit
YOUNGSTOWN — A former seasonal golf course maintenance worker and ranger has failed in a lawsuit
Brother, sister robbed on Youngstown’s South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A brother and sister from Struthers told police they were robbed after leaving a South
UPDATED: Bernanke issues warning; Dow ends down in volatile day
While Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke bluntly warned reluctant lawmakers Tuesday they risk a recession with higher unemployment and increased home foreclosures if they fail to pass the Bush administration's $700 billion plan to bail out the financial industry, late-afternoon trading jitters pushed the Dow down again after another volatile day on Wall Street.
Jordan Tibbett named NAHL goalie of the week
BOARDMAN — Jordan Tibbett of the Mahoning Valley Phantoms was named goalie of the week by the North
Ohio GOP deputy chairman says presidential race in the Buckeye State will be ‘extremely close’
YOUNGSTOWN — Despite Republican John McCain slightly increasing his lead in polls of Ohio voters,
YSU'S Wilson steps up after Jarvis goes down
YOUNGSTOWN — When Youngstown State senior De’Angelo Wilson saw his good friend and teammate Jarvis
Canfield trustee meeting tonight is canceled
CANFIELD— The board of trustees’ regular meeting, scheduled for 7 tonight, has been canceled. The
Warren cops investigate assault on teen girl
WARREN — A 17-year-old high school student was assaulted by an 18-year-old girl while the victim was
Child seat inspections available Friday in Boardman
BOARDMAN — Safe Kids Mahoning Valley is urging all parents and caregivers to attend the car seat
Judge Scott Hunter’s HQ opened; challenging Judge Belinky in Nov.
BOARDMAN — The headquarters for Judge Scott Hunter’s campaign to become Mahoning County Probate
Trumbull coroner hasn’t ruled on death of Bristolville boy
BRISTOLVILLE — The Trumbull County coroner has not ruled on the cause of death of a 21-month-old
Judge Belinky campaign HQ opens today on Youngstown/Boardman border
YOUNGSTOWN — The opening of the campaign headquarters for Judge Mark A. Belinky of Mahoning County
Dow flat as Bernanke warns Congress to act quickly
All eyes remained on Wall Street today as Congress continued work on a $700 billion economic bailout package.
Infant's death was an accident
LEAVITTSBURG — The Trumbull County coroner’s office has ruled death of a three-day old baby, who was attacked by the family dog in its bed Monday morning, an accident.
UPDATE: 50 years for pair in Kaluza case
YOUNGSTOWN — Taran Helms and Hattie Gilbert will each spend 50 years in prison for the March shooting that left KFC manager Joseph Kaluza paralyzed from the neck down.
ALEXIS FEDOR/ROBERT HOGAN
ALEXIS FEDOR ROBERT HOGAN • NEW YORK — After honeymooning at the Mohonk Mountain Resort in New
MOLLY HANNIS/TIMOTHY WALSH
MOLLY HANNIS TIMOTHY WALSH • AUSTINTOWN — Molly Ann Hannis, 2268 Penny Lane, and Timothy Michael
EMILY ALBERTSON/HOMER WILAND
EMILY ALBERTSON HOMER WILAND SBlt CANFIELD — Old North Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. July 5
Choffin offers tutoring for OGT
YOUNGSTOWN — High school students needing assistance in passing one or more parts of the Ohio
Girl power: Golfer eyes state prize
South Range senior has Division I talent 1Under normal circumstances, being a standard bearer
Sentencing today for 2 attackers of Kaluza
The KFC manager and his family are expected to give victim-impact statements in court this morning.
Ups and downs come with territory, Valley analysts say
Anthony Lariccia preaches emotional stability during tough times in the markets. 1“It’s my
Daley keys Ursuline to sectional golf win
Mooney, Salem and Lakeview placed 2-3-4 to join the Irish in the district tourney. VIENNA —
Perisa, Abdul-Aal lead JFK boys over Ursuline
Howland’s girls stayed unbeaten with a 4-0 win over Lakeview. YOUNGSTOWN — Mike Perisa and Karim
Judge disallows earlier arson as evidence in trial
The defendant is charged in the Jan. 23 arson that killed six in Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN — The
3 county cross country meets, girls Div. II sectional golf today
The girls Division II sectional golf tournament will be held today at Pine Lakes Golf Course in
Number of bobcats on the rise in Ohio
The animal is endangered in Ohio but increasing its numbers in Northeast Ohio. Steve Rostar’s
Brunner aids Aey in sheriff bid
The elections board will decide this week if Aey meets the qualifications to run for sheriff.
Dog keeps burglar out of home
Some neighbors don’t appreciate the barking that comes from the dogs. WARREN — For a
Springfield pulls past Girard
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Ashley Davis scored 12 points, with four aces and eight kills for the Springfield
2 Valley hunters win top prize in Outdoor Channel’s contest
The team plans to continue to shoot whitetail and make hunting videos. WEST FARMINGTON — Just
School board seeks $250,000 grant
The district is ranked in the bottom three of Ohio schools for expenditures per student, a state
Quinn could be on his way up as Browns’ QB
The Browns (0-3) and starting quarterback Derek Anderson are struggling. BEREA (AP) — Brady Quinn
Isaac Hayes leaves part of estate to foundation
Isaac Hayes leaves part of estate to foundation MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Isaac Hayes has left his estate
Tribe beats Beckett ... one year late
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox will have to wait at least one more day to clinch their fifth
Low district funding stirs parents of students
The school board answered questions about busing and teacher-student ratios. NEWTON FALLS —
Steelers’ porous wall lets Roethlisberger fall
Pittsburgh’s quarterback was sacked eight times by the Philadelphia Eagles. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Nebraska (3-0) will get first big test against Hokies (3-1)
Virginia Tech has back-to-back wins over Georgia Tech and North Carolina. LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) —
REUNIONS
• Chalker High School in Southington has planned a semiannual breakfast for the alumnae for 9 a.m.
Endorsement error to be fixed
The Republican candidate says the union ignored his calls about the endorsement. YOUNGSTOWN —
Business news digest
NATION NYC issues matchbooks designed to stop smoking NEW YORK — Before New Yorkers light up,
Key advisers to Palin all served Bush
WASHINGTON — When Gov. Sarah Palin flew home to Alaska for the first time since being named the
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland 10, Detroit 5 Boston 3, Toronto 0 Minnesota 4,
E. Palestine looks to buy new generator
Council will consider renting city-owned property to put up a cell phone tower. EAST PALESTINE
MLB ROUNDUP \ Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 4, Orioles 2 BALTIMORE — Jason Bartlett doubled in the tie-breaking run in
Chargers’ offense erupts in win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Philip Rivers, LaDainian Tomlinson and the rest of the San Diego Chargers simply
Ex-Liberty secretary pleads guilty to theft
WARREN — A Youngstown woman has pleaded guilty to one count of theft in office for taking $4,888
Nike leaves elite swimwear market
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Nike said Monday that it is leaving the elite swimwear market. The company
EPA: Fuel can stay in water
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has decided there’s no need to rid drinking
Zoning inspector retires after 27 years
AUSTINTOWN — Board members said their goodbyes as Michael Kurilla attended his last township
WANDA PEREZ/RENALDO SAUNDERS
WANDA PEREZ RENALDO SAUNDERS SBlt BOARDMAN — The wedding of Wanda L. P rez, 1519 Himrod Ave.,
Part-time officers get pay raise
CORTLAND — City council passed an ordinance to give pay raises to their part-time police officers —
Michigan’s home streak appears to be in jeopardy
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan has won 22 Big Ten home openers in a row. That streak seems to be
Boo birds visit Patriots during ugly 38-13 loss
Cornerback Ellis Hobbs said New England fans have been spoiled by success. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP)
YSU line earns MVC honors
It opened holes all game on Saturday, clearing the way for two 100-yard rushers. ST. LOUIS —
Lions vice chairman Ford: Millen should leave team
But only his father, William Clay Ford, has the power to fire the team’s GM. ALLEN PARK, Mich.
Mahoning SWCD elects board member
CANFIELD — Chad Less has been elected to a three-year term on the Mahoning Soil and Water
Library monitor theft caught on videotape
The library placed an old-style model where the lightweight monitor had been. WARREN — A thief
Plaque to be placed at veterans memorial
CANFIELD — A plaque acknowledging contributions of organizations and individuals to the Mahoning
YSU students offer book on China trip
The book was planned as a learning experience from the start of the trip. YOUNGSTOWN — Ten
Lawrence Co. seeks to limit spending
Commissioners said they don’t want to raise property taxes or lay off employees. NEW CASTLE, Pa.
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) English League Soccer. Noon (FSN Pitt) NFL: Steelers press conference. 1
Trash and treasure sale at Boardman church
Trash and treasure sale at Boardman church BOARDMAN — Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809
Two bad races to start Chase
Two bad races to start Chase dooms Joe Gibbs Racing team After starting the Chase with an 80-
Another side of the story
Opinion: Another side of the story EDITOR: This letter is in response to the Sept. 15 letter, “Media
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 23, the 267th day of 2008. There are 99 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 23, the 267th day of 2008. There are 99 days left in the year. On this date
Both vulnerable. South deals.
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BPW schedules annual fashion show, luncheon
The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara IN STYLE: Involved in the selection of fashions to be modeled at
Fed approves status change for major banks
The companies will be able to accept deposits in order to bolster their resources. WASHINGTON (AP)
General Mills to expand its international unit
General Mills looks to brands such as Haagen-Daz and Old El Paso for growth. MILWAUKEE (AP) —
Truman has become politicians’ favorite
Opinion: Harry S. Truman has been pressed into service once again. This time it’s Republican vice-
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“NCIS” (8 p.m., CBS): The producers of “NCIS” are promising “big things” in the Season 6 opener.
Washington Post: It went largely unnoticed in a week of economic upheaval, but Congress approved one
Opinion: Washington Post: It went largely unnoticed in a week of economic upheaval, but Congress approved one
Oil prices soar $25 per barrel
Investors are rushing into oil and gold. NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices spiked more than $25 a
Financial crisis puts McCain on the spot
Opinion: “The queen had only one way of settling all difficulties, great or small. ‘Off with his head!’ she
Banks made bad loans and are in trouble today
Opinion: Before becoming a journalist in 1990, I spent nearly a decade in commercial banking. The banking
Financial archictecture needs shoring up
Opinion: WASHINGTON — By chance, as the American financial system began falling apart recently, I was
General Motors Corp. to forgo Super Bowl ads
GM’s credit rating falls further into junk status. NEW YORK (AP) — General Motors Corp. said
Rock hall nominees include Run-D.M.C., Metallica, Stooges
The induction ceremony will be in Cleveland for the first time in more than 10 years. CLEVELAND
Neil Sedaka concert at college is postponed
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Wednesday’s Neil Sedaka concert at Westminster College has been postponed
new tv series A quick look
The new TV season brings new series. Here’s a quick look at four new hopefuls. “The Mentalist”
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman Township trustees board, 6 p.m., government center, 8299 Market St.
“We will simply not hand over a $700 billion blank check to Wall Street.”
Opinion: “We will simply not hand over a $700 billion blank check to Wall Street.” House Speaker Nancy
Hail cannon angers neighbors
Hail ruined $600,000 worth of the fruit producer’s crops last year. BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) — Things
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Martaysia Cohen and Paul Graves, Youngstown, girl,
Summary of recent criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
Summary of recent criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Sept. 15
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Sean Madras, 33, Fairview, Pa., and Janene M. Rigelsky, 33, of
Winning terror war? Most Americans think not, poll says
WASHINGTON — A majority of Americans think the United States isn’t winning the war on terrorism, a
Candidates fight it out in must-win Pennsylvania
The state offers 21 electoral votes and could be an election deal breaker. YORK, Pa. (AP) — The
Girl with illness gets her wish: trip to Disney World
The third-grader’s mother went online to apply to have her daughter’s wish granted. HOWLAND —
Book program accepts grant applications
Book program accepts grant applications YOUNGSTOWN — First Book–Mahoning Valley announced it is
The bare truth: Vacation plans bother her
Dear Annie: For the past 20 years, we have vacationed with another family. Now that all our kids are
Debate on foreign policy comes at the right time
Editorial: When the Republican and Democratic presidential nominees take the stage Friday for the first of
Expert tells importance of vaccine records
Dear Heloise: It is an exciting time when our children graduate from high school and leave home for
GOLF BOYS DIVISION II SECTIONAL
GOLF BOYS DIVISION II SECTIONAL Candywood Golf Club 6131 yards, par 72 Team standings (top 4
U.S. team agrees: Azinger in 2010
After leading America to victory, he could captain the team again in two years. LOUISVILLE, Ky.
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Monday 1st—Honor A (Stokes)3.202.202.10 Gi’s Second (Oro)7.403.20 Anjiz
2 vacant houses burned by arsonists
2 vacant houses burned by arsonists YOUNGSTOWN — Two vacant houses on the South Side were
WNBA PLAYOFF ROUNDUP \ Monday’s game
Liberty 66, Sun 62 UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Rookie Essence Carson scored 15 points as New York advanced
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Texans: Coach Gary Kubiak reiterated his faith in Matt Schaub, who has thrown five interceptions and
Warnings from Africa
Warnings from Africa UNITED NATIONS — African leaders warned Monday that a lingering global
Prosecutors still mulling charges on Irish players
Almost 40 people were arrested at a weekend party at Notre Dame. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) —
GAME TIME Steelers
Matchup: Steelers vs. Ravens Kickoff: 8:30 p.m. Monday at Heinz Field TV/radio: ESPN, WNIO-AM
WHEN TO WATCH
WHEN TO WATCH Outdoor Channel What: “Dream Season.” Who: Tim Woods of West Farmington and Ben
More attacks in Pakistan bring sense of chaos
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — More extremist attacks shook Pakistan on Monday on the heels of a devastating
Administration, Dems agree on mortgage help
Democrats are unhappy with other bailout terms and demand limits to exec pay. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Judge rules evidence valid
The victim’s ATM card was found in a reasonable search, a judge rules. YOUNGSTOWN — An ATM
Lenders aim for Ohio ballot issue
The industry doesn’t want to cut the high annual interest rate on payday lending. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Stand-up comic enjoys variety
John Pinette returned this fall to the stage as Edna Turnblad in ‘Hairspray.’ Over the last 15
Vindy.com News Podcast for September 23, 2008
e Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, September 23, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Biggest U.S. bailout leaves questions open
Addressing mortgage debt will be a key element. WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s the largest government
GAME TIME Browns
Matchup: Browns vs. Bengals Kickoff: 1 p.m. Sunday at Cincinnati TV/radio: WKBN (27), WKBN-AM
Scarcity of road salt looms
Demand for salt last winter was high, leading to this year’s shortage and higher prices.
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