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Money for Liberty Fire Department
LIBERTY – U.S. Sen. George V. Voinovich, R-Ohio, a member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee,
Pirates’ McCutchen hits three homers
PITTSBURGH(AP) — Andrew McCutchen homered three times and drove in a career-high six runs, and the
Date announced for Wayne-Ward wedding in Florida
HILLIARD — Patricia Wayne of Cabot Cove Drive, is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Heather
Jessica Silvestri, Todd Robejsek are engaged
STRUTHERS — Samuel and Linda Silvestri, 341 Poland Ave., are announcing the engagement of their
Ross-Godward engagement is being announced
WESTLAND, Mich. — Spencer and Donna Ross, 32607 Hiveley, are announcing the engagement of their
Parents announce date for Drissen, Mitchell wedding
Announced by Renee Drissen of Hubbard, Rose and Dean Ashton of McDonald, and Mitch and Paula
Award-winning works of women artists now exhibited at Trumbull art gallery
The YWCA of Youngstown’s 27th annual Women Artists: A Celebration art show is now open for public
SOCIETY DIGEST
Park Vista is recertified as Eden provider YOUNGSTOWN — Park Vista, 1216 Fifth Ave., received
Bedford Road to close Tuesday through Thursday
COITSVILLE — Bedford Road between U.S. Route 422 and Villa Maria Road will be closed Tuesday through Thursday
Ryan bill would help Delphi, GM retirees
WARREN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, introduced legislation in Washington that would provide funding for a Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association (VEBA), which would cover Delphi hourly and salaried employees and retirees who lost their health coverage through Delphi and GM’s Chapter 11.
Pavlik ready for October fight
The holdup? The potential opponent, Paul Williams, wants more of the gate. By JOHN BASSETTI
Federal mistake leaves Struthers officials angry
The state gave it, and the state took it away. STRUTHERS — The city wants to proceed with a
Franklin win tops fight card
NILES — For the second time in six days, area boxing fans were treated to an amateur boxing card and
GO&DO
Today Dances Donnie Wojtila, 8 p.m. to midnight, Kuzman’s Bar, 1025 S. State St., Girard; (330)
Scrappers hang on in the ninth to edge Batavia, 2-1
The Scrappers had a 2-0 lead before the Muckdogs loaded the bases with no outs. Reliever Cory Burns
Columbiana Co. Fair is just days away
County officials will judge 4-H Club entries at the fair this year. LISBON — Although most
$50,000 hockey lawsuit on hold
The league claims that the money is owed because the Phantoms left the league. YOUNGSTOWN —
New college expands options for students
Organizers say the college is an excellent example of collaboration. CHAMPION — Eleven
It’s a 3-day party for ‘The Brooks’
The celebration will last all weekend. YOUNGSTOWN — The running children, cotton candy,
Steelers: Our focus will be on this season
Barely any acknowledgement was given to the team’s sixth Super Bowl championship won in February.
New Browns coach means new discipline
In the past 12 months, Country Club Crennel has morphed into the Mangini Preparatory Academy. Eric
Gym renovations nearly done
The renovation projects should be completed in two weeks. CANFIELD — Many students are
Plastics company recycles lures
I saw an eagle while driving to work last week. It was a real, honest-to-goodness mature adult bald
Human trafficking scourge gets attention of Ohio’s AG
Editorial: When Gov. Ted Strickland signed Ohio’s first trafficking-in-persons law, most Ohioans probably
Mine That Bird highlights field in today’s W. Virginia Derby
The Kentucky Derby winner is a 3-5 favorite, but will be tested by five horses, including second
Chapels cater to varied travelers
Airport facilities offer passengers a place for refuge and reflection. ATLANTA (AP) — Ordained a
On second thought, Peavy agrees to deal
Jake Peavy said yes to the Chicago White Sox. Roy Halladay, however, stayed put in Toronto.
29 die in blasts near mosques in Baghdad area
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — A string of bombings targeted Shiite worshippers in the Baghdad area during
Marital sex letter stirs up controversy
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Dear Annie: I can’t believe the advice you gave
Grapes, raisins can be harmful to dogs
Dear Heloise: Veterinarians tell us that grapes and raisins are hazardous to your dog’s health and
TRADITION TO SAVOR: Downtown bash has Valley upbeat
Grace, 88, and Harry Ripley, 94, of Campbell dance to the country song “I Just Want to Dance With You” by George Strait at the Greater Youngstown Italian Festival. “Wherever we can dance, we go,” Harry said. The couple visits the festival every year.
Showrooms overwhelmed by deal-seekers
NEW YORK (AP) — This was one government stimulus plan that yielded quick results. Maybe too quick.
sunday news shows | Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner,
Congress OKs more cash for program
After hours of confusion about whether the “Cash for Clunkers” program had run out of money, it was
Dems win approval of health bill in committee
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a triumph for President Barack Obama, Democrats narrowly pushed sweeping health
Martinez deal leaves Indians reeling
Teammates had heard the rumors but it was still a shock to see the popular team leader out the door.
More state spending cuts are possible
Opinion: COLUMBUS — New sales tax statistics released by state officials aren’t pretty. From January
Cuba is ripe for overtures from U.S.
Opinion: WASHINGTON — President Obama is worthy of admiration for his efforts to improve relations with
Prayer walking is another step in worship
Prayer walking is another step in worship The ministry of clergy and lay people take prayer to
Police saw bones at cemetery but dropped case in 2005
CHICAGO — Police in Alsip, Ill., found human bones and shattered vaults dumped in plain view at Burr
Ortiz says he needs more time to gather info on his drug test
BALTIMORE (AP) — Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz fended off further questions Friday about his
House votes to restrict Wall Street execs’ pay
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Friday to slap restrictions on how Wall Street executives are paid
LOCAL TOPICS ON TV Sunday program
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): St. Andrewes AME Church, Youngstown’s first black
Chemicals removed from site in Girard
GIRARD — The Trumbull County Haz-Mat team and investigators from the Girard fire and police
“Face the Ace” (9 p.m., NBC): On the new poker show, “Face the Ace,” amateur
“Face the Ace” (9 p.m., NBC): On the new poker show, “Face the Ace,” amateur contestants can go
Career changers flock to teacher-training programs
WASHINGTON — The high unemployment rate has provided an unexpected boon for the nation’s public
NASCAR won’t budge about speeding on pit road
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Unlike a driver nabbed going 70 mph in a 55 zone, Juan Pablo Montoya couldn’t
‘Collector’ is soulless slice of torture porn
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck must be so proud. Their reality-TV competition to give movie careers to
Harvard’s Gates sends flowers, note to woman who called 911
BOSTON (AP) — Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. has sent flowers and a note to the woman who
Science in the swim
Los Angeles Times: Back when Nike was a goddess and not something to put on your feet, Olympic
Privatizing school busing is a mistake
Opinion: The city schools in Youngstown are considering reducing public control of school busing in the hope
Voices of faith: Are all the ’truths’ of various faiths equally valid?
Voices of faith: Are all the ’truths’ of various faiths equally valid? Pastor Raymond Davis Jr.,
Fifty dealerships receive reprieves from GM
BROKEN BOW, Neb. (AP) — Thomas McCaslin might never know for sure why General Motors called two
‘Seinfeld’ cast to reunite on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’
‘Seinfeld’ cast to reunite on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ PASADENA, Calif. — Larry David says the on-
Chiefs are charged with felonies
CINCINNATI (AP) — Two Ohio police chiefs accused of snooping on the surrogate mother for actors
Kid-friendly ‘Aliens’ has a few chuckles
Discarded Fox ideas for an ad campaign for the kiddie feature “Aliens in the Attic”: “’Aliens in
Schools to seek bond issue
The project would involve two new buildings and have all the district’s schools on a central campus.
Economy’s decline less than expected
WASHINGTON (AP) — The economy sank at a pace of just 1 percent in the second quarter of the year, a
vacation bible school Sessions in the area Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the following information: the complete name of the church;
Who: Canfield Presbyterian Church. What: “Discovery Canyon” is the theme of the program. When: 9
Tiger rebounds nicely at Buick
GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Tiger Woods had the best five-hole start of his career, chipping in
mark geppert
mark geppert Speaking in the area Mark Geppert is president and founder of the South East Asia
Respiratory-therapy program limited
CHAMPION — Organizers of the new Eastern Gateway Community College have said its programs are
Revival planned
Revival planned NEWTON FALLS— The General Assembly Church of God will have a revival today through
Protests follow Pa. House policy on opening prayer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — State House officials say they have been inundated with protests about a policy
Expansion project
Expansion project Austintown Local Schools A proposed facility expansion in the district will
‘Spirit of Giving’ reaches out to help families with essentials
More than 20 organizations took part in the effort. YOUNGSTOWN — Angela Paolone busily pushed
Phelps not getting into war of words with rival Cavic
ROME (AP) — Michael Phelps wouldn’t take the bait. He’ll settle this one at the pool, in the race
General eyes more troops for Afghan war
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. general put in charge of turning around the war in Afghanistan is likely
Families try to move forward 2 years after collapse of Minnesota bridge
ROSEMOUNT, Minn. (AP) — It’s been two years since Justina Hausmann’s father died when a Minneapolis
Report: Three American hikers arrested in Iran
SULAIMANIYAH, Iraq (AP) — The U.S. State Department said Friday it was investigating reports that
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Aug. 1, the 213th day of 2009. There are 152 days left in the year. On this date
Police arrest second suspect in Pittsburgh kidnapping and assault
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh police have made a second arrest for the July 18 kidnapping, robbery
High court: Musharraf’s state of emergency unconstitutional
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistan’s Supreme Court ruled Friday that the state of emergency former
Man must pay $675,000 in download case
BOSTON (AP) — A federal jury on Friday ordered a Boston University graduate student who admitted
National Shrine will host pilgrimage Aug. 13-15
NORTH JACKSON — The National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, 2759 N. Lipkey Road, will host a
Activists fight ritual of dropping infants
NEW DELHI (AP) — Rights activists lashed out at local officials who allowed hundreds of infants to
Here comes their hero: Warren event to honor native of Foo Fighters fame
The guitarist will perform today as part of the ceremony dedicating an alley to him. WARREN —
Ohio’s top court rejects attempt to keep casino issue off ballot
The secretary of state no longer has jurisdiction in the matter, the court said. COLUMBUS —
Mahoning County Court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Shick Park, 39, Davie, Fla., and Melissa M. Fox 26, of same.
Man held in robbery of delivery driver
WARREN — A 49-year-old Perkinswood Boulevard Southeast man is charged with aggravated robbery in the
Corazon Aquino dies; led Philippines
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Former President Corazon Aquino, who swept away a dictator with a “people
Cayo wins decision over Diaz to remain unbeaten
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — Victor Cayo remained unbeaten and scored the most impressive victory of his career
Metro digest
Measure to help retirees WARREN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, introduced legislation in
Space-construction crew lands
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Space shuttle Endeavour and its seven astronauts returned to Earth on
Astro advances in CABA Series
STRUTHERS — Ryan Patrick allowed just one run on six singles and struck out nine as the Astro
Iranian feud deepens
Iranian feud deepens TEHRAN, Iran — President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad begins his second term next week
No end to race debate
Opinion: The debate over race in this country just won’t end. Even though the president is a black man —
Bucs snap 5-game losing streak
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steve Pearce hit his first homer of the season, Lastings Milledge had two RBI
Poland mom loses custody of child
YOUNGSTOWN — A Poland woman is being held in the Mahoning County jail and ordered to have no contact
2nd man arraigned in shooting of siblings
YOUNGSTOWN — A second man has been arrested for with the shooting of a brother and sister in the
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