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Valley parents of murdered children gather in Warren to remember
Many of those attending still feel anguish over their losses. WARREN—The Rev. Pete Cozart
370 stopped at sobriety checkpoint in Goshen
Here are results of a sobriety checkpoint in Goshen Township Saturday The checkpoint was at state
Progress with park, soccer fields pleases Canfield residents
Residents said the new fields will bring more money into the township. CANFIELD — Construction
Obama campaign blitzes Ohio bars to court early voters
The Ohio Supreme Court is expected to rule Monday on whether voting can begin Tuesday.
Where to go, what to take if you want to vote early in the Valley
Early in-person and absentee voting is scheduled to begin Tuesday in Ohio and will end at 7:30 p.m.
Liberty trash transition to begin Oct. 6
LIBERTY — The township will soon be going over to one trash hauler from the three that currently
9,000 enjoy sights, sounds of Boardman Oktoberfest
Despite its expansion to two days, attendance was down this year. BOARDMAN — At the gate to
Youngstown VA clinic: ‘Use it or lose it’
YOUNGSTOWN — Veterans need to use the Veterans Affairs Youngstown Outpatient Clinic on Belmont
Valley 9/11 committee serves spaghetti and meatballs for memorial
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN – Spaghetti and meatballs might not sound
A BREATH OF FRESH AIR IN THE SPORT
Spotlight grows, but Pavlik doesn’t let success change him
Penguins’ magic’ runs out; Liberty makes its ‘statement’
YSU’s late rally was overcome by the Flames’ last-second field goal by Matt Blevins.
Pittsburgh beats Syracuse; Mountaineers, Rutgers win
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — LaRod Stephens-Howling scored two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, Conor Lee
Relocation of station to be studied
NEW CASTLE — The city has hired a local engineering firm to look into the possibility of moving the
Windstorm costs could top $500M
At least seven of the 56 deaths attributed to Hurricane Ike were in Ohio. COLUMBUS (AP) — Damage
Tribe hurts Sox chances again, 12-6
The Twins can clinch the AL Central today with a win and a Chicago loss. CHICAGO (AP) — With a
Ohio’s battle of winless has major implications
The Browns and Bengals are 0-3 and tottering on the verge of early elimination in the weak AFC
Tired of stalker, family moves
The former owner of the home kept pestering the new owners, scaring them. GAHANNA, Ohio (AP) —
Geneva scores first win, 31-17
The Golden Tornadoes handed the winless Tomcats their fourth straight defeat. GREENVILLE —
Big Two in Big Ten: Wells, Pryor lift OSU
The Buckeyes got it done on the ground, handing Minnesota its first loss, 34-21. COLUMBUS (AP) —
PENGUIN NOTES YSU vs. Liberty
The record: Brandon Summers completed 32 of 39 passes for 334 yards and three touchdowns Saturday
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
BOYS SOCCER Ursuline 4, Edgewood 1 ASHTABULA — Kevin Kablan, Cory Coffey, John Buckley and Sam
7 East High students to be part of seminar about globalization
‘The Politics of Globalization’ is the theme for the international panel. YOUNGSTOWN — A group
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 1st—Perceptive F (Banda)7.003.202.80 Mouton (Donaghey)4.004.20
Through the years Pavlik’s career bouts
Kelly Pavlik (34-0, 30 KOs) has boxed 127 rounds as a professional and has a KO percentage of 88.24.
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Rondinelli Tuxedo — will have Babe Ruth and little b league team tryouts on Sundays. Call
USA DANCE
USA DANCE Participants For more information on the Youngstown-Warren Chapter of USA Dance or any
Today
Today Dances USA Dance, 5-9 p.m., Orthodox Center, 1025 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown; (330)
Rep. English’s office accepting applications for military schools
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Students in Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District who are interested in
Diabetes walk set
Diabetes walk set CANFIELD — Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes will start at 9 a.m. Oct. 5 at the
Battle of the Winless
Battle of the Winless Derek Anderson threw away the Cleveland Browns’ playoff chances the last
Repaving likely to cause delays
Local business owners along Mahoning Avenue said a slight drop in patrons now will be worth it once
NEW SCHOOL
NEW SCHOOL South Range K-12 A groundbreaking Saturday kicked off the official beginning of
YEAR IN REVIEW Major events of last 12 months
Sept. 29 SEmD Kelly Pavlik knocks out Jermain Taylor in the seventh round to win the WBC and WBO
STATE PATROL
STATE PATROL Promoted to lieutenant John C. Altman of the Ohio State Highway Patrol Canfield
AP file photo, 1969
AP file photo, 1969 FAMOUS ROLE: Robert Redford, left, as the Sundance Kid and Paul Newman as
HALL OF FAME \ Struthers High School The 2008 Struthers High School Athletic Hall of Fame Class was honored at a banquet on Sept. 20 at the Embassy. The 2008 class consists of:
Patty Fitzpatrick Balint — A graduate in 1978, she led the girls basketball team to the state
Awards given in homicide group
The unit honored two retiring men. WARREN — The Trumbull County Homicide Investigation &
Boardman wins Clipper; Hamilton sets record
COLUMBIANA — With three of its runners in the top five places, the Boardman High boys cross country
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Soccer at Butler, 1 p.m. Friday — Cross Country at Notre Dame
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one
Rob Patnaik aced the 133 yard No. 8 hole on Mill Creek’s north course using a 7-iron. Witnesses
Tickets available for awards event
Tickets available for awards event YOUNGSTOWN — Thursday is the deadline to purchase tickets for
Yungstown and Mahoning County
Yungstown and Mahoning County Teen Read Week is Oct. 12 -18, and with her “Morganville Vampires”
SATURDAY’S football SUMMARy
SATURDAY’S football SUMMARy YO. CHRISTIAN 39, LUTHERAN EAST 8 Yo. Christian127137—39 Lutheran
Guild to host afterglow Oct. 18 at DeYor center
Special to The Vindicator PERFECT ENDING: Following the opening Masterworks Concert of the season
Ukraine not ready for NATO
Only about 22 percent of Ukrainians favor joining NATO. KIEV, Ukraine — The Bush White House has
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
Mayors to be guest speakers at Freedom Fund Banquet
The Vindicator/Lisa-Ann Ishihara ALL SET: Arrangements for the NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet on Oct.
Hurricane Kyle likely to pass near New England
Hurricane Kyle likely to pass near New England MIAMI — National Hurricane Center forecasters say
Polls after debate place Obama ahead of McCain
Seventy percent of those contacted said either man seemed capable of being president. WASHINGTON
Dems agree to offshore drilling; GOP backs financial-bailout plan
Both parties have done things to anger supporters. WASHINGTON — In a dazzlingly short span of
Harris’ late score lifts SMS to victory
TERRA HAUTE, Ind. — Henry Harris scored from a yard out with 42 seconds left Saturday to give
Indians scratch Cliff Lee in finale
The Mets and Brewers are tied in the National League wild-card race. CHICAGO — Cleveland ace
MLB ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 4, Twins 2 MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins fell flat again, forcing
Conservative judges fault Scalia opinion on guns
Justice Scalia has said that ideology doesn’t enter into his decisions. WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme
Railroad will auction everything it owns
The Kinzua Viaduct bridge was damaged by a tornado and never repaired. KANE, Pa. (AP) — A
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo YEAR AGO: Kelly Pavlik delivers a jab into Jermain Taylor’s face during
BUDGET BILL HIGHLIGHTS
BUDGET BILL HIGHLIGHTS Highlights of the spending bill sent to President Bush on Saturday that
Mooney upends No. 3 Bay Village
Joe Merlo scored two goals for the No. 4-rated Cardinals to lead a 3-0 win. STRUTHERS — Bay
MAC roundup \ Saturday’s games
Cincinnati 17, Akron 15 AKRON — Jake Rogers kicked a 48-yard field goal with 7:45 left and
Finally: Irish jell in third, win, 38-21
Notre Dame scored three TDs in the third quarter to subdue Purdue for third win. SOUTH BEND, Ind.
Fellows garden celebrates season
Two weddings were also held on the garden grounds during the event YOUNGSTOWN – Lucille
Stumble at Stambaugh
Tackling NFL prospect Rashad Jennings made for a long evening for YSU, which gave up 28
Storms bring misery to Haiti
Some families said they were getting only one meal every two or three days. GONAIVES, HAITI —
Biffle cools down, qualifies 18th for RV 400
Ten of the 12 Chase drivers qualified outside the top 10 for today’s race in Kansas. KANSAS CITY,
Top 25 roundup \ Saturday’s other games
No. 2 Oklahoma 35, No. 24 TCU 10 NORMAN, Okla. — With a dominant defense and Sam Bradford’s
$25B slated for U.S. automakers
A plant in Flint, Mich., will produce the engine to be used in the Chevrolet Cruze, to be built in
Big rally in Big House: Michigan topples Wisconsin
Northwestern beat Iowa and Michigan State dropped Indiana in Big Ten games. ANN ARBOR, Mich. —
Magazine honors 3 women for book-related good deeds
BILOXI, Miss. — Dian Ross of Diamondhead, Miss., was honored Wednesday at ceremonies in New York for
OTHER STORMS
OTHER STORMS Costly disasters Some other costly storms in Ohio based on insurance claims and
Best-sellers \ Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Sept. 20: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Story of Edgar Sawtelle” by David
area college roundup \ Saturday’s other games
Mount Union 51, Muskingum NEW CONCORD, Ohio — Senior quarterback Greg Micheli matched his career-
Bucs’ Snell ends season with strong showing
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Pittsburgh’s Ian Snell would like to forget the season, except for the final six
Stinky refrigerator odors? Here’s how to get rid of them
Before giving up and giving in and buying a new fridge, give these methods a try. Folks who
‘Prep’ author sharply skewers the first family
Although this book is blatantly based on the Bushes, it’s not a biography. If you’ve ever
Legendary movie star Paul Newman dies at 83 Actor was admired on and off screen
His food products company has donated more than $250 million to charities. Paul Newman, the
Today is Sunday, Sept. 28, the 272nd day of 2008. There are 94 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Sunday, Sept. 28, the 272nd day of 2008. There are 94 days left in the year. On this date
Collins is perfect match for lead in ‘Hello, Dolly’
YOUNGSTOWN — Maureen Collins utterly shines in the title role of “Hello, Dolly.” The classic
Skeletons likely Odd Fellows relics
COCHRANTON, Pa. (AP) — Decades-old skeletal remains found in the abandoned stairwell of a home in
Welcome back: Struthers’ ‘Four Spacemen’ return to Earth
The former Wildcats scored most of Struthers’ school-record 402 points in 1957. BOARDMAN — In
The battle for independents
Editorial: The battle for independents Within hours of Friday’s debate, Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, a
Ohio superintendent field narrowed to 5
COLUMBUS (AP) — A state Board of Education subcommittee plans to interview five finalists for the
Atlanta sets out to curb begging
ATLANTA (AP) — A day after a 5-foot-tall yellow contraption appeared on the immaculately kept
Swede revenge
Author Stieg Larsson weaves themes of Nazism, violence against women into crime story Stieg
KHALEN QUINN/MICHAEL FERRANTO
KHALEN QUINN MICHAEL FERRANTO • ANTIGUA, W.I. — A postnuptial reception on Aug. 29 at the Davis
Scholars hunt missing pages of ancient Bible
JERUSALEM (AP) — A quest is under way on four continents to find the missing pages of one of the
CANDICE WILLIAMS/THOMAS COCHRAN
candice williams thomas cochran • PULASKI, Pa. — A honeymoon in Jamaica followed the June 28
Educational program
Educational program NORTH JACKSON — “Investing in Education, Our Communities and Our Most
WNBA to recognize reading groups
WNBA to recognize reading groups NEW YORK — The Women’s National Book Association is launching
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x7 4 3 uA 10 6 4 vA 10 wJ 10 4 2 WEST EAST xA Q 10
People continue to show their support for candidates with buttons, shirts and yard signs.
People continue to show their support for candidates with buttons, shirts and yard signs.
GREEN HOUSE EFFECT
Whole neighborhoods become earth-friendly Market research shows that the green building market
THE WRIGHT STUFF
Taliesin highlights ‘organic’ architecture Thousands of people visit the home each year. SPRING
Escape by ferry to Governors Island
Feel like exploring? There are lots of options on the island. NEW YORK (AP) — There’s an
information
information If you go GETTING THERE: Governors Island is just off Battery Park at the tip of
information If you go
TALIESIN: Frank Lloyd Wright’s 600-acre estate. 5607 County Road C, Spring Green, Wis.;
Wine trail’s anniversary
Wine trail’s anniversary CORNING, N.Y. — Let’s have a toast! The Cayuga Wine Trail in the Finger
Dinner party is celebration of Fanelli 50th
SBlt POLAND — Family members and friends attended a dinner party Sept. 13 at Scacchetti’s Italian
60th anniversary to be celebrated by Mr., Mrs. Smith
• YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Levy Smith of Youngstown will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary
symposium participants Post-play discussions
Dennis Henneman, YSU theater professor and the play’s director, assembled the group of panelists who
PAUL NEWMAN FILMOGRAPHY
The films of Paul Newman: “The Silver Chalice,” 1954. “Somebody Up There Likes Me,” 1956. “The
‘Prose trumps passion in ‘Company’
“Only connect ... only connect the prose and the passion and both will be exalted, and human love
YSU theater to present love story, symposium
YOUNGSTOWN — “How His Bride Came to Abraham,” a modern-day tale set in violence-torn Lebanon, opens
PBS 45/49 to change its name
KENT — Effective Wednesday, PBS 45/49 will change its name to Western Reserve Public Media.
Retirees growing into their places
Lots of senior residents are enjoying cultivating their gardening hobby. LEXINGTON, Ky. — Moving
The series will include a master class for budding entertainers.
The series will include a master class for budding entertainers. YOUNGSTOWN — New York-style
Youth Theatre to hold student acting classes
Youth Theatre to hold student acting classes YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre
PBS’ Ifill hits jackpot as VP debate moderator
Unlike years past, the vice presidential debate will be heavily watched. NEW YORK — Being selected
Savannah Film Festival to honor McDowell
Savannah Film Festival to honor McDowell NEW YORK — Malcolm McDowell, who starred in the 1971 film
CURRENT PRICES \ Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States. Prices vary because of local economic conditions.
Ma’s Cola sign, embossed tin, white ground, red letters, bottle & cap with logo, 1950, 28 x 12
‘Black Butterfly’
‘Black Butterfly’ Buckcherry (Atlantic) Grade: A Buckcherry staged a monstrous comeback with
“The Amazing Race” (8 p.m., CBS): Eleven teams go from Los Angeles to Brazil, where they
“The Amazing Race” (8 p.m., CBS): Eleven teams go from Los Angeles to Brazil, where they have to
INTERESTING INKWELL: This milk glass boat-shaped inkwell was patented in 1870. It has a pewter top
INTERESTING INKWELL: This milk glass boat-shaped inkwell was patented in 1870. It has a pewter top
Pennington releases ‘Good Design’ book
Pennington releases ‘Good Design’ book Ty Pennington titled his new book “Good Design Can Change
Survey: Many take risks while mowing the lawn
Survey: Many take risks while mowing the lawn A new survey says Americans “exhibit risky mowing
More choose to drive
More choose to drive Nearly 30 percent of respondents to a recent Travel Leaders survey said their
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Qualifying: The Hartford native qualified 26th for today’s Camping World 400 presented by Coleman.
5K race, fun run scheduled for Oct. 4
5K race, fun run scheduled for Oct. 4 YOUNGSTOWN — Registration for a Rainbow of Ribbons 5K race
Home of Wright
Home of Wright Thousands come each year to the Wisconsin River valley where Frank Lloyd Wright
Fire-safety tips
Fire-safety tips For homeowners Stack woodpiles at least 30 feet from any structure. Locate
Ohio state roundup \ News and notes
Nice hops: It’s a play that’ll be replayed a thousand times this week on highlight shows. Chris
Warhol exhibit features reality
Warhol’s movies and videos share the stage with his paintings and celebrity prints on display at
Partnerships and collaboration are keys to success for Youngstown and the university
Opinion: EDITOR: The recent Vindicator editorial regarding the “positive developments at one of the
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Thaddeus Banks The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking
Support sought for bill
Opinion: Support sought for bill EDITOR: On behalf of the thousands of families in Ohio, and the hundreds
LEAD ROLES: Alyssa Connelly and Nathan Beagle perform in a scene from Youngstown State University
LEAD ROLES: Alyssa Connelly and Nathan Beagle perform in a scene from Youngstown State University
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Pete felt like a changed man after being struck by lightning, but not before he
President, Congress push deal for bailout
McCain and Obama want to look like they are helping, but they aren’t getting directy involved in
Youngstown Area Federation of Women plans event
The Vindicator NOTEWORTHY: The Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Club will celebrate its 102nd
SENIOR NUTRITION
Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
Civic education in decline in U.S.
Opinion: Washington — September 17 marked the 221st anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. Students
Court reorganization now topic of serious discussion
Editorial: More than a decade ago, we embraced what we believed was a forward-looking, money-saving initiative
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Springfield school board, 7 p.m., intermediate school auditorium. Struthers
‘A BREATH OF FRESH AIR IN THE SPORT’
Spotlight grows, but Pavlik doesn’t let success change him 11BOXING CAREER Pavlik: “The
Youngstown Christian rolls, 39-8
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS — The Youngstown Christian High School football team scored points in every
Dancing event marks sixth year
The dancers performed for five house in the mall. NILES — Let it not be said that one can’t
‘Rock Band 2’
‘Rock Band 2’ (MTV) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PS2 Genre: Party; Rating: T Grade: A I
AD MAN Pavlik’s major endorsements
Affliction clothing Home Savings Greenwood Chevrolet BW-3 Phantom Fireworks MonitorClosely.com
MERCER COUNTY | Sentencings
Judges in Mercer County Common Pleas Court sentenced these people last week. According to court
You don’t do windows? Well, maybe you should start. With the price of energy skyrocketing and
You don’t do windows? Well, maybe you should start. With the price of energy skyrocketing and the
Lakeside home could turn into a nightmare
Dear Annie: I married “Chris,” a wonderful man, last year. I have grown children from my previous
SENIOR CITIZENS
CORNERSBURG • Cornersburg Happy Seniors will meet at 11 a.m. Thursday at Blue Wolf Banquet and
Chantix makes boyfriend violent
Q. Last night, my boyfriend became so violent, I was afraid he was going to hit my 22-year-old
Mississippi’s evolution hidden by racial history
“Part of the new Mississippi is you have a group of older people, white and black, that always
S. Range starts to build school
Present plans call for the football stadium to remain where it is NORTH LIMA — It was an
Old inkwells can draw big prices from interested fans
Writing a letter? You’re probably using a ballpoint pen or a computer. But our ancestors used other
800s
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