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Federal fugitive arrested in Columbiana County

SALINEVILLE — Peter J. Elliot, U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Ohio, said the U.S.


Youngstown school levy will appear on November ballot

YOUNGSTOWN — The director of the Mahoning County Board of Elections said issues with the city school


Celebration at Ursuline

YOUNGSTOWN — The sixth annual “Celebrate Our Legacy” auction is scheduled for 6 p.m. Oct. 25 at the


Hall of Fame banquet

FARRELL— The 4th Annual Farrell Alumni Hall of Fame Banquet will take place Oct. 18 in the Farrell


Video games available at public library

COLUMBIANA — Friends of Columbiana Public Library, 332 N. Middle St., is sponsoring a video game


Trunk Sale in Warren

WARREN — The parking lot at St. Pius X Altar and Rosary Society, 1401 Montcrest NW, will be the


Pumpkin Fair planned

YOUNGSTOWN — Christ Church Presbyterian, 1933 Canfield Road, is planning its Pumpkin Fair for 10


Historical society to offer chair seat weaving class

MERCER — The Mercer County Historical Society has scheduled a workshop in chair seat weaving, which


Baptist church plans Amish dinner fundraiser

BOARDMAN — Western Reserve Baptist Church, 8590 Hitchcock Road, is planning an Amish dinner


Tentative bailout deal in flux; Dow closes over 11,000

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Bush is bringing presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain into negotiations on a $700 billion rescue of Wall Street as Democrats and Republicans near agreement on a bailout plan with more protections for taxpayers and new help for distressed homeowners.


YSU's North Side housing project dead

Place Properties let its option expire a few weeks ago.


Youngstown will finish ‘08 in black, but ‘09 is a ?

YOUNGSTOWN —Between a firefighter buyout program and the sale and lease of its assets, the city has


Boardman Rotary Oktoberfest runs Saturday and Sunday

BOARDMAN — Families and crafts enthusiasts have twice the chance to enjoy the arts, crafts, food and


Donnie Reed gets six years in prison for reckless homicide of soldier

YOUNGSTOWN — An Austintown man who was initially charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a


Police nab teen who robbed 89-year-old woman

Township police and members of the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force arrested a Youngstown man on a warrant accusing him of robbing an 89-year-old woman of her purse.


Board meets on Aey again Tuesday

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Board of Elections will reopen a hearing Tuesday to determine if David Aey has the education requirements needed to run as a write-in county sheriff candidate.


Five arsons reported near JFK high school

WARREN — Investigators on the scene of five separate vandalism fires along the Warren-Howland border


7 people sworn in as new American citizens today

YOUNGSTOWN — These people were sworn in as new U.S. citizens today by Judge R. Scott Krichbaum of


4:30 p.m. today is deadline for storm-related aid to food stamp recipients

YOUNGSTOWN — Today at 4:30 p.m. is the application deadline for storm-related emergency food stamp


Youngstown VA clinic needs patients

YOUNGSTOWN — Veterans need to use the Veterans Affairs Youngstown Outpatient Clinic on Belmont


GM to add Flint factory for Cruze engines

FLINT, Mich. (AP) – General Motors Corp. said Thursday it will build a new factory in Flint to make four-cylinder engines for the Chevrolet Volt rechargeable electric car and other models.

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TMH Pink Ribbon event is Saturday

WARREN — The Trumbull Memorial Hospital Foundation Pink Ribbon Run/Walk for breast cancer awareness


Franco Harris stumps for Obama in Canfield

CANFIELD — Franco Harris, a football hall-of-famer, and Max Kennedy, the son of the late Robert F.


Five-vehicle crash backs up I-80 eastbound at turnpike

AUSTINTOWN — A five-vehicle crash at 7 a.m. today on Interstate 80 eastbound near the Ohio Turnpike


Diabetes walk scheduled for Oct. 5

CANFIELD — Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes will start at 9 a.m. Oct. 5 at the Canfield Fairgrounds,


Bush: Panic with no bailout

Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown has heard from 7,000 constituents concerned over the economic meltdown.


Suspect knew of gas, Girard cops say

GIRARD — The gas explosion that leveled a home here last week was likely a surprise to everyone in


LABRAE: Patience pays big dividend for Truss

The LaBrae High tailback just waits for his linemen to open the holes for him. LEAVITTSBURG —


Remains of Air Force pilot from Valley identified after 38 years

The Trumbull County man was active in area politics before heading off to war. WARREN — The


Unbeaten Liberty to test Penguins on Saturday

The Flames are on an eight-game winning streak dating back to last season. YOUNGSTOWN —


Strong defense showcased in Crestview-So. Range stalemate

Seth DuMoulin put Crestview on the board, and Andrew Edwards answered for South Range.


Austintown addressing its code

A more strict dress code may become a reality for pupils at Austintown Fitch High and Austintown


Austintown man faces six charges in case of truck driven into crowd

WARREN — An Austintown man is charged with six counts of felonious assault after being accused of


PREP ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s results

GIRLS SOCCER Hubbard 5, Struthers 0 — HUBBARD — Freshman Samantha Dudley, senior Paige Zents,


Leaders speak out in favor of WRTA tax

Local leaders believe a stronger WRTA means a Valley with more stability. BOARDMAN —


Lowellville, East Palestine, Springfield golfers advance to district

BRACEVILLE — Lowellville, East Palestine and Springfield all advanced Wednesday in the Division III


What do readers think about self-checkout?

Dear Readers: A recent letter about self-checkouts really struck a chord! The reader didn’t like


Parents, be aware of deadly ‘choking game’

Dear Annie: Our grandson died a year ago at the age of 15. His death was the result of playing the


St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Matthew and Kellie Anderson, Canfield, boy, Sept. 12.


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ciprian M. Rotar, 27, of 7544 Market St., Boardman, and Gerry


Dismissal of sidewalk injury suit is upheld

People should beware of obvious sidewalk hazards, the appeals court says. YOUNGSTOWN — A


Manhunt targets Salineville area

COLUMBIANA — The U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force has launched a manhunt for


2 local relays in 1st, 2nd for ACS

The Northeast Ohio region was the best of the five in the state. WARREN — The American Cancer


2 local teens achieve semifinal status in scholarship program competition

The students are eligible to compete for some $2.6 million in scholarship prizes. YOUNGSTOWN —


Howland, Direct Energy OK fixed rate for residents

Residents 65 and older are eligible for a discounted rate. HOWLAND — An agreement between the


GAME TIME

GAME TIME Matchup: Steelers vs. Ravens Kickoff: 8:30 p.m. Monday at Heinz Field in Baltimore


Opting In

Opting In Howland Township To receive Direct Energy’s fixed rate of $9.91 per Mcf for the


SOUTH RANGE: Raider who can do it all

Jack Dawson has been South Range’s QB for last three years

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Agenda Friday

Agenda Friday Canfield school board, special meeting, 7 a.m., board meeting room, 100 Wadsworth


No charges likely in fatal attack by dog

LEAVITTSBURG — Authorities are treating the fatal attack of a 3-day-old baby by the family dog as a


Today is Thursday, Sept. 25, the 269th day of 2008. There are 97 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Thursday, Sept. 25, the 269th day of 2008. There are 97 days left in the year. On this date


Study: Drug helps stroke victims beyond 3 hours

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Stroke sufferers can still benefit from clot-busting medicine even if they


Obama: Let’s keep Friday debate date

McCain suggested postponing the debate to address economic issues. CLEARWATER, Fla. — Democrat


Of bats and men

Opinion: Of bats and men EDITOR: The other day at work I caught a bat that had been flying around in the


‘Fight the Power’ named greatest hip-hop song

NEW YORK (AP) — Let the debates begin: VH1 has compiled its list of the 100 greatest hip-hop songs,


Reflections capture fall season in fountain

A free Fall into Fun festival is set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the gardens. YOUNGSTOWN


The Youngstown Jewish Film Festival closes at 7 p.m. tonight with “Jellyfish” at USA

The Youngstown Jewish Film Festival closes at 7 p.m. tonight with “Jellyfish” at USA Cinema in the


auditions Where to try out for roles

ACTORS/DANCERS/SINGERS “Amahl and the Night Visitors.” Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane


Learn about alpacas at Beachwood Farm

Learn about alpacas at Beachwood Farm FOWLER — Beachwood Creek Farm, 2810 Sodom Hutchings Road,


MATCHUP \ YSU vs. Liberty

YSULIB Team Record2-23-0 Points per game19.237.3 Points allowed26.817.7 Total


Youngstown Superstar finalists selected, to perform at Playhouse

YOUNGSTOWN — The finalists in the Youngstown Superstar competition have been selected, whittled down


Dress Codes | Austintown comparison

Austintown school board has assembled a committee to research and plan a possible “limited dress


Cocaine, not Taser, killed man, coroner says

PITTSBURGH (AP) — A Pittsburgh-area man who died shortly after being zapped with a police Taser died


NFL ROUNDUP News and notes

Saints: Reserve quarterback Joey Harrington Wednesday, only five days after he signed. The Saints


‘EAGLE EYE’

‘EAGLE EYE’ Grade: C Director: D.J. Caruso Running time: 1 hour 48 minutes Rating: PG-13 for


Cluttered ‘Eagle Eye’ is tough to figure out

The movie borrows some from ‘North by Northwest’ and ‘The Fugitive.’ Far-fetched, fast-moving,


Singer Clay Aiken admits he’s gay

The singer came out to his family four years ago. NEW YORK (AP) — Clay Aiken appears on the cover


TheSources

TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant


Austintown Superintendent Doug Heuer said his district has been looking to Lowellville Local School

Austintown Superintendent Doug Heuer said his district has been looking to Lowellville Local School


Must’ve been something in the water, says Kidman

Must’ve been something in the water, says Kidman SYDNEY, Australia — Oscar-winning actress Nicole


Afghan president seeks help for army, police

This has been the most violent year in Afghanistan since the 2001 U.S.-led invasion. UNITED


Bush thanks Iraq war coalition members

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The coalition of the willing that went to war in Iraq is becoming the


‘Nights in Rodanthe’ can’t live up to promise

The stars turn in good performances, but the novelist’s sentimentality wins out. There’s still


‘Housewives’ discover that time flies

The show returns Sunday, but it has jumped into the future. A lot can happen in five years.


Iraqi lawmakers approve elections

Suspected al-Qaida in Iraq militants killed at least 22 Iraqi commandos and Sunni fighters


Party on: Capitol Steps keeps skits (and crowds) rolling

Long before “The Daily Show” and “Colbert Report” delved into political comedy for the masses,


Foreign films energize festival

NEW YORK — The New York Film Festival defines itself as an annual chance to take account of the


Associated Press

Associated Press FACING THE NATION: President Bush poses for the media after delivering a prime-


‘NIGHTS IN RODANTHE’

‘NIGHTS IN RODANTHE’ Grade: D Director: George C. Wolfe Running time: 1 hour, 38 minutes


Thursday's Best Bets on TV

“Ugly Betty” (8 p.m., ABC): Betty has proposals to consider as the new season starts. “Survivor:


‘Grey’s Anatomy’ returns with a fresh start

Could there be trouble in paradise for Dr. McDreamy and Meredith? LOS ANGELES — First came the


Bad economy has side benefit

Opinion: Scripps Howard: We’ve discovered something more effective than a wall and workplace raids at


RELAY FOR LIFE

RELAY FOR LIFE By the numbers Here are the amounts raised by county in the Northeast Ohio Region


Buckingham’s 5th solo was years in the making

The guitarist took some breaks to do some work with Fleetwood Mac. Going his own way is what


‘Miracle at St. Anna’ overcomes its flaws

The Spike Lee war movie is overly long but is rousing fun. 111I found myself pondering why the


if you go

if you go Who: Lindsey Buckingham When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Where: House of Blues, 308 Euclid


Bosox rally past Indians in eighth

Jeff Bailey tripled and Mark Kotsay doubled to break a 4-4 tie for a 5-4 win. BOSTON (AP) — Pinch-


Mendenhall ready for first start Sunday

The Steelers rookie running back will fill in for injured Willie Parker. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rashard


‘Miracle at St. Anna’

‘Miracle at St. Anna’ Grade: C Director: Spike Lee Rating: R for strong war violence, language


Sabathia sets down Pirates on four hits, 11 strikeouts

The former Indian retired 13 of the final 14 batters he faced in the 4-2 win. MILWAUKEE (AP) — CC


Hopewell: earnest about having soul

The band will try out some songs from its fifth studio effort at Cedars Lounge. When Hopewell


Bailout plan gives rise to opposition movement

NEW YORK — Dragomir Kovacevich is a New Mexico Democratic Party activist who lobbies for a green


Up close with... Bud McSuley

The way Bud McSuley figured it, he was either in the wrong place at the wrong time, or he was in the


THE INSIDER by Joe Scalzo

For most of his adult life, Bob Hannon spent his mornings in bed and his Friday nights at work.


A yelling Tressel wants offense

Practice is closed to reporters as OSU is 92nd in total offense and 56th in rushing . COLUMBUS


Waterline relocation to affect customers

Waterline relocation to affect customers The Ohio Department of Transportation will be relocating


Counties consider regional sharing

Friday’s talk will focus on ways to collaborate, a chamber official says. BOARDMAN — About 80


Police arrest man accused of fleeing after chase, crash

The suspect was arrested after a traffic stop outside Meadville. SHARON, Pa. — A man who police


House OKs $630B spending package

There are 2,322 pet projects in the bill totaling $6.6 billion. WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed


New Fonderlac owner plans major upgrade

NORTH LIMA — Local businessman Edward Muransky is planning sweeping changes after buying Fonderlac


Goldman raises $5 billion in public stock offer

Warren Buffett says ‘there is no better firm on Wall Street.’ NEW YORK (AP) — Goldman Sachs Group


Healthy auto industry critical to the economy

Opinion: DETROIT — When General Motors celebrated its 100th anniversary this month, it was a time to recall


GM to sell French factory, Hummer brand

GM plans to raise between $2 billion and $4 billion with the sales. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors


Probe sends AIG shares down more than 20 percent

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — American International Group Inc. may have agreed to take the U.S. government


Penn St. ‘white out’ readies for Illini

Over 100,000 fans will be wearing white when the Nittany Lions host Illinois. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.


New charge against suspect in killing to go to grand jury

LISBON — The Columbiana County grand jury will hear evidence of a new charge against a Wellsville


NATION

NATION Daimler AG negotiates with private-equity firm DETROIT — Germany’s Daimler AG said


McCain sees self as underdog in debate

Opinion: When Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain meet Friday in Oxford, Miss., for the first of their three


Anderson will start but Quinn will be ready

Browns’ head coach Romeo Crennel will stay with the veteran against the Bengals. CLEVELAND —


Market ‘magic’ relied on greed

Opinion: WASHINGTON — In the convulsed carnival of personal greed and public irresponsibility of these last


selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .54, 17.97 —.28 Avalon


three interceptions on the year for the Flames.

three interceptions on the year for the Flames. The Flames have forced six turnovers on the year,


FBI raids judges’ chambers in investigation

CLEVELAND (AP) — The FBI said Wednesday it raided two judges’ chambers as part of a public


Officials: Without bailout, recession occurs

A finance professor said ‘it would be almost like the Great Depression happening all over again.’


Republicans now embracing victimhood

Opinion: Do you remember that old joke about conservatives being liberals who’d been mugged by reality? Well,


RATES

RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All


“As the 21st century unfolds, some may be tempted to assume that the threat has receded. This

Opinion: “As the 21st century unfolds, some may be tempted to assume that the threat has receded. This would


Bush bids farewell to the U.N. by urging anti-terror stance

Editorial: President Bush criticized the United Nations Tuesday for failing to take “an unequivocal moral


Pa. soccer mom targeted for carrying gun

The sheriff said she showed poor judgment by wearing her gun at the game. LEBANON, Pa. (AP) — A


Does toothpaste trigger canker sores?

Q. I used to have continuous, terrible canker sores. I discovered that my toothpaste was the


Needy face $80M in cuts

No senior under the Medicare Part D prescription drug program will lose coverage, an official said.


Galveston residents return to devastation

Galveston residents return to devastation People were warned not to return without tetanus shots


Tickets on sale Saturday for Avenged concert

YOUNGSTOWN — Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday for a Nov. 22 concert at Chevrolet Centre


Vindy.com News Podcast for September 25, 2008

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Trustees OK funds for diversion post

The director is exploring the option of minority-only outreach, for which grant money is more


Economic crisis threatens debate

The economic crisis and raw politics threatened to derail the first presidential debate as John McCain challenged Barack Obama to delay the Friday forum and join forces to help Washington fix the financial mess.


No rankings OHSAA computer down

No rankings OHSAA computer down The football computer ratings from the Ohio High School Athletic


Tailgate Recipe: Stuffed Hot or Mild Peppers

Ingredients: 8-12 (depending on size) hot or cubanelle (mild) peppers 1 lb. bulk sweet Italian


U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown has heard from 7,000 of his constituents concerned over the economic

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown has heard from 7,000 of his constituents concerned over the economic

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ALISON CONKLIN/NICHOLAS SU

ALISON CONKLIN NICHOLAS SU • WARREN — Alison R. Conklin and Nicholas Da-Ming Su were united in


Ivins' e-mails released

Ivins' e-mails released WASHINGTON — Bruce Ivins, the Army scientist accused of carrying out the


KATE SLIVKA/JOSEPH BAKER

KATE SLIVKA JOSEPH BAKER • DENVER — Kate Anne Slivka and Joseph W. Baker, both of 7015 E.


Sale at High Pointe

Sale at High Pointe POLAND — A variety of items including electronics, computers, exercise


IF YOU VOTE

IF YOU VOTE WRTA levy Voting yes for the WRTA 0.25-percent sales tax in November would provide


Program offers food relief through today

Needy people can get up to $250 in aid for food. LISBON — The Columbiana County Department of


Bill has process for recalling officials

Lawrence County voters couldn’t oust a treasurer who was eventually convicted of stealing in office.


FAST FACTS

FAST FACTS Height: 6-2 Weight: 190 Position: Three-year starting quarterback. On defense,


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


LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — A mother was seeking revenge for disrespect when she drove her son

LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — A mother was seeking revenge for disrespect when she drove her son and his


For Wesker, change is in the air again

The band’s ongoing evolution will introduce electronic sound. Reinventing itself with a new

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• Christopher and Tara (Mauch) Reuscher, 146 Brookrun Drive, Copley Township, are announcing

• Christopher and Tara (Mauch) Reuscher, 146 Brookrun Drive, Copley Township, are announcing the


Italian fare scores well with Lowellville fans at Lowellville football games

A wedding soup sandwich? The Rockets’ concessions aren’t your average football fare.

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MLB ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 11, Orioles 6 BALTIMORE — Tampa Bay rallied from a six-run deficit,


2 treated for burns

2 treated for burns WEST FARMINGTON — An infant and adult were taken to St. Joseph Health Center


Workers’ insurance burden grows

The cost of family coverage has risen four times faster than the rate of inflation since 1999.


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