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Thunderbirds thrill 30,000 at Valley air show
VIENNA — Despite the slow but steady rain Saturday, Youngstown Air Reserve Station officials
Vision screeners needed for preschool program
Vison screeners needed for preschool program YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries is
Miss Yaggy to wed Mr. Schnurrenberger in fall ceremony
John and Kathryn Yaggy of Brownsburg, Ind., and David and Karen Schnurrenberger of Austintown are
Kristen Johnson, Aaron Pertner to wed this fall
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Plans for the autumn wedding of Kristen Sue Johnson, 230 Johnson St., Dayton, and
Caldwell-Evans wedding set for Sept. 5
The engagement of Kelli Lynn Caldwell and Richard Carmen Evans, both of 5949 Stillson Place,
Jessica Slipski to be bride of John Sorvillo
AUSTINTOWN — Announced by John and Joan Slipski of Austintown is the engagement of their daughter,
Nicole Klimis to be bride of Kirk Nikolaides
LOWELLVILLE — The engagement of Nicole C. Klimis and Kirk D. Nikolaides is being announced by the
Jones-Schmidt wedding set for Aug. 29
Announcement is being made of the forthcoming marriage of Danielle Jones and Rob Schmidt, both of
Cabaret owner suing township
The cabaret’s owner alleges that Austintown targeted his business over zoning. AUSTINTOWN —
Back in the fold
Mike Kolakowski returns to the YSU staff By PETE MOLLICA Although it’s been nearly three years
Exhibit shows how young artist’s work developed over years
The local artist’s work is being displayed at the Eastwood Mall. NILES — Though she’s still
Scrappers’ streak ends in Vermont
WINOOSKI, Vt. — The streak is over. The Mahoning Valley Scrappers managed just five hits and
Canned Art
Butler museum, Exal Corp. intersect for ad project BY RICK ROUAN 111It features a painting
Steelers’ punter says leg better than ever
LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers won the Super Bowl last year despite one of the worst
Valley dealers await rebates for Round 1 of ‘cash for clunkers’
President Barack Obama has signed off on a $2 billion refill to the “cash-for-clunkers” program, but
Warren police officer facing 2nd probe
The officer and three others filed grievances regarding punishment they received. WARREN — The
Farmers market has fresh produce, ideas
SALEM — As one customer said, “I want my food to walk here.” And it almost does. The woman was
Probe of Liberty post office closes with no charges filed
LIBERTY — An investigation involving a $19,791 shortfall at the former Liberty Township post office
Indians trade Pavano to Twins
DETROIT (AP) — Craving help for their starting rotation, the Minnesota Twins turned to Carl Pavano.
St. E’s begins $4.2M addition
Construction of a second patient tower is considered in a long-term expansion plan for the hospital.
New GM tightens clamp on worker absenteeism
Ninety-eight percent of employees come to work every day, union leader says. LORDSTOWN —
Health care always a tough nut to crack
Opinion: The failure of the House and Senate to meet President Barack Obama’s demand for action on a health-
Jobless rate falls; hours, pay increase
WASHINGTON — It’s the clearest sign yet the recession is finally ending: Employers laid off far
State auto council must include Valley residents
Editorial: The good news is that Gov. Ted Strickland has established the Ohio Auto Industry Support Council to
Many ‘clunkers’ don’t fit gas-guzzling stereotype
ORLANDO, Fla. — The $1 billion “Car Allowance Rebate System,” known by most everyone as “cash for
Men of Valor
Men of Valor YOUNGSTOWN — The Men of Valor celebration is planned at 10:45 a.m. Aug. 16 at Union
Mission: Saving flock from foreclosure
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A priest’s typical mission is saving souls, but the Rev. John Lasseigne has a
CLUNKERS IN THE VALLEY: Mark Fabian and Lee Tartler of Greenwood Chevrolet on Mahoning Avenue in
CLUNKERS IN THE VALLEY: Mark Fabian and Lee Tartler of Greenwood Chevrolet on Mahoning Avenue in
Official: Cocaine use was factor in Billy Mays’ death
Official: Cocaine use was factor in Billy Mays’ death TAMPA, Fla. — An autopsy report shows that
Harrington stays in the lead
Tiger Woods is among 20 players within five shots of the lead. AKRON (AP) — Padraig Harrington and
LeBron to keep options open
He’ll not accept a contract extension from the Cavs and instead become a free agent after next
All systems go at Valley base for today’s air show
Thunder Over the Valley will feature plenty of attractions, food and restrooms.
Schools with H1N1 cases advised to remain open
WASHINGTON — Bracing for a resurgence of swine-flu cases, federal officials on Friday advised U.S.
Using pet sitter? Tips help ensure happy animals
Dear Readers: If you travel and use pet sitters while you’re gone, you need written instructions,
UFC makes Philadelphia debut
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Step aside, Rocky. The Philly fight game is about to get reinvented. A city
Weekend at HOF a party for Buffalo
Bills owner Ralph Wilson and defensive end Bruce Smith will be inducted today. CANTON (AP) —
Johnson claims first pole at a road course
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) — Jimmie Johnson will never have a better view at Watkins Glen
Voice of Hope dinner scheduled Oct. 23
YOUNGSTOWN — Bishop George V. Murry and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown will host
Browns’ Hall hopes to build on rookie season
BEREA — Alex Hall thinks back and shakes his head. “It seems like yesterday I was a rookie. Things
Meet the artist
Meet the artist Nikki Mehle Canfield High School senior and local artist Nikki Mehle will be
CLUNKER PARTICIPATION
CLUNKER PARTICIPATION Top 10 States States that have requested the most money from the federal
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Danny L. Bortmas, 24, of 230 N. Edgehill Ave., Austintown, and
Business news digest
REGION AirTran continues growth PITTSBURGH — AirTran Airlines continued its impressive growth at
Teen cleared of killing brother planning to sue
COLUMBUS (AP) — An Ohio teenager cleared of killing his identical twin said Friday that he can
If you love your cat, keep her (him) inside
Opinion: I recently read a heartbreaking story about a cat named Hadley who had been deliberately set on
U.S. has stake in Honduras
Miami Herald: Now that the interim leader of Honduras, Roberto Micheletti, is showing signs of
LOCAL TOPICS ON TV | Sunday programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): The Youngstown Connection, started by Carol Baird,
Consumers continue paying down debt, rebuilding savings
WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumers paid down their credit cards and cut other debt in June for the fifth-
“George Lopez: Tall, Dark & Chicano” (10 p.m., HBO): In the new stand-up special,
“George Lopez: Tall, Dark & Chicano” (10 p.m., HBO): In the new stand-up special, “George Lopez:
Charged in traffic death
Charged in traffic death BOARDMAN — A Woodrow Avenue man is charged with vehicular manslaughter
Playhouse to have auditions for musical
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngs-town Playhouse will have auditions for its production of “All Shook Up” at 6
Fish stocks in U.S. continue to recover
Opinion: In this time of uncertainty in both the commercial and recreational fishing communities, a recent
‘Joe’ is brainless popcorn picture
Summer blockbuster season officially ends with the arrival of “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra,” another
Aerosmith tour’s future uncertain after injury
Aerosmith tour’s future uncertain after injury STURGIS, S.D. — Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry said
Sunday news shows | Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Former national Democratic Party
A ‘G.I. JOE’ WHO’S WHO Good guys, bad guys
With a literal army of characters to choose from, the producers of “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra”
40 years later, free Manson followers haunted by killings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Forty years ago, they were kids. Vulnerable, alienated, running away from a world
Prosecutors change charges
WARREN — Prosecutors have changed the charge against Melanie Ferrell, the woman accused of killing
Go Go CABARET
Go Go CABARET Timeline Events in the cabaret’s relationship with Austintown Township: July 31,
vacation bible school
vacation bible school Sessions in the area Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public
Bucs can’t get to shaky Carpenter
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Carpenter is almost always good for a victory against the Pittsburgh
New pastor appointed to New Waterford UMC
NEW WATERFORD — Pastor Terry Brown was appointed to serve New Waterford United Methodist Church,
Sisters mark golden jubilee
A liturgy and reception was at St. Charles Borromeo Church. YOUNGS-TOWN — The Ursuline Sisters
Obama to meet leaders of Canada and Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — President Barack Obama meets this weekend with leaders of Mexico and Canada at a
The path to a life of hope is through Jesus
All that we do in this life is a result of whom we believe. Every decision we make either gives
Shoppach’s two homers lead Tribe over Chicago
CHICAGO (AP) — Kelly Shoppach hit a two-run homer and added a solo shot, leading the Cleveland
PARTNERS IN CARE
Trinity UMC opens door to Emmanuel Group Founders feel they serve God by serving people through
Husband’s infatuation is destroying marriage
Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for 10 years. I know in my heart he is faithful, but
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Aug. 8, the 220th day of 2009. There are 145 days left in the year. On this date
Board to discuss funding for early-college program
YOUNGSTOWN — The chairman of the Youngstown school board’s finance committee wants the district to
City kids learn how to garden at OSU
COLUMBUS (AP) — On a small plot of land owned by Ohio State University, 13 high school students have
U A news brief in the July 27 Vindicator gave the wrong first name of the woman who pulled a
U A news brief in the July 27 Vindicator gave the wrong first name of the woman who pulled a
Crime task force meets with attorney general’s rep
YOUNGSTOWN — Representatives of the Mahoning Valley Task Force on Crime and Violence Prevention now
Eunice Shriver, sister of JFK, hospitalized in critical condition
BARNSTABLE, Mass. (AP) — Eunice Kennedy Shriver, a sister of President John F. Kennedy and a
Baby boomlet goes bust in U.S.
ATLANTA (AP) — There aren’t just fewer jobs in a recession. There are fewer babies, too. U.S.
Sooners anxious for return to BCS
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — When he discovered that word had leaked out about his struggle to complete a
Police investigating check on president
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia’s police department is investigating why an officer used his police
Irish will emphasize running the ball in ’09
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Notre Dame offensive line coach Frank Verducci drew the biggest crowd of all
$150,000 bond set for city driver in cyclist-death case
YOUNGSTOWN — The city man charged with the death of a cyclist in early July on the South Side is in
49ers forge ahead without Crabtree
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Mike Singletary is sticking to the company line: San Francisco’s coach
Roth Bros. eliminated in NABF event
YOUNGSTOWN — The Canton Walthers team pushed across a run in the last of the fifth inning Friday to
Republican Fla. senator resigns
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Republican Sen. Mel Martinez’s decision Friday to step down 16 months early
AIR SHOW
AIR SHOW Thunder Over The Valley The schedule today and Sunday for the Thunder Over The Valley
Crosby shares the Cup with hometown
The Pittsburgh Penguins captain celebrated his 22nd birthday Friday. COLE HARBOUR, Nova Scotia
13 apply for position on city school board
The board plans to make an appointment at its regular meeting Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN — The city
Police: Woman OK 3 hours before crash
GARDEN CITY, N.Y. (AP) — Police investigating a head-on highway crash that killed a suburban mother
Driver in E. Side slaying reaches plea agreementSFlb
Charges of complicity to murder and tampering with evidence were dropped as part of the plea deal.
Twitter snag tied to attack on Georgian blog
WASHINGTON — A politically motivated cyber attack against a single blogger in the former Soviet
COLUMBIANA CO. FAIR
COLUMBIANA CO. FAIR Today’s events 7 a.m.: Gates Open 8 a.m.: Junior Fair Dairy Showmanship
Demand for Lordstown-built cars rises
GM Lordstown autoworkers are anticipating working overtime in two weeks. LORDSTOWN — Pent-up
Christmas in August
Christmas in August kAlthough she’s still enjoying summer vacation, Nikki Mehle, 17, of Canfield
Your primer for attending today’s air show
Parking lots open at 8 a.m. VIENNA — A reminder for those attending the air show: Don’t leave
St. Elizabeth Health Center
St. Elizabeth Health Center Charles and Michelle Rudge, Boardman, girl, Aug. 6. Syndey Plummer,
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