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Tens of thousands make 25th Warren Italian fest successful
WARREN—The 25th Annual Italian-American Heritage Festival completed its run in Courthouse Square
Pilots with roots in Valley savor the challenge of flying Warthogs
Introduced in 1975, the Warthog is scheduled to fly until 2044. VIENNA — The pilot of an A-10
All branches of military play role in diversity of Thunder Over the Valley
Army, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard exhibits were featured. VIENNA — One of the first things a
Prescription-drug card offers discounts to Youngstown residents
YOUNGSTOWN — The city will soon offer its residents a free prescription-drug discount card that can
‘Ugly, bothersome’ utility poles will mar beauty of $34M business school, YSU leader laments
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is spending about $34 million to put up a building between
It’s back! New roller-derby league glides into region
YOUNGSTOWN – Amber Stewart might look like a mild-mannered soccer mom, but don’t make her mad or she
Kami Calzo, Mr. Michaels are engaged
AUSTINTOWN — Announcing plans for their forthcoming wedding are Kami Leane Calzo and Ronald Edward
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
GOLDEN PILLARS • An 11 a.m. liturgy will precede Tuesday’s monthly meeting of the Golden Pillars
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY • Moccasin will meet at 6 p.m. at the Women’s Park on Millionaire’s Row in Warren for the
Reception will honor man on 90th birthday
Reception will honor man on 90th birthday YOUNGSTOWN — A cake and punch reception from 7-8:30
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
Local Masons are honored by Ohio State DeMolay
AKRON — Two area Masons were singled out for recognition during the annual conclave of Ohio State
Collection sites announced for Rich Center fundraiser
YOUNGSTOWN — The Rich Center for Autism at Youngstown State University will conduct its major summer
Wolves Club schedules golf outing as major scholarship fundraiser
YOUNGSTOWN — Golfers are invited to participate in a golf outing scheduled by Wolves Club Den VI of
Mr. and Mrs. James Davis renew nuptial vows on 25th anniversary
POLAND — James and Robin (Maylone) Davis of Poland celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary by
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Palusak observe 60th wedding anniversary at Mass
CAMPBELL — Mr. and Mrs. Michael Palusak, 468 Blossom Ave., celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
Extens celebrate 60th anniversary at two parties
LEETONIA — Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Exten of Leetonia were the guests of honor at two parties celebrating
Klase anniversary is celebrated with dinner and trip
YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. William M. Klase, 1601 Weston Ave., were honored as they celebrated their
Kregars observe 60th anniversary with their family
GIRARD — Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kregar, 1575 Norwood Ave., were honored by family members as they
Sabol anniversary observed during family dinner
STRUTHERS — The family of Mr. and Mrs. George Sabol, 231 Helena Drive, were hosts for a dinner party
‘Race cars in the sky’ delight crowds despite steady rain
‘Race cars in the sky’ delight crowds despite steady rain By DAVID SKOLNICK 1The pilots of the
Liddell adds luster at Covelli
The UFC legend will sign autographs before the WEC event in September. LAS VEGAS — The hype is
Want to run for township trustee? Here’s advice from veterans
Going door-to-door is the most effective way to campaign, several trustees say. Running for
YSU to induct eight in HOF
YOUNGSTOWN — Three all-time standouts and two FCS All-American headline Youngstown State’s Athletics
DANCE OF HOPE
Local community celebrates legacy of activist Marcus Garvey By BOB JACKSON YOUNGSTOWN — Hope,
MAKING WAVES
Trebilcocks qualify for Junior Nationals By JOE SCALZO CANFIELD — Garrett Trebilcock knew last
Scrappers rebound, roll past Vermont
WINOOSKI, Vt. — Rafael Vera and Jason Kipnis each hit their first home runs of the season and the
Natural thing to do: Walk benefits Ursuline Gardens
Saturday’s walk raised funds for renovations to the pool area at the Ursuline Center. CANFIELD
Cop puts his mettle to pedals on patrol
Community donations were used to buy the bike. NEW MIDDLETOWN — Sometimes, two wheels are
Midnight Madness kicks off season
hubbard high volleyball By JOE SCALZO HUBBARD — The Hubbard High volleyball team wants to be
Ohio Glaciers
Ohio Glaciers 18-under glance The independent traveling baseball team embarked on a 50-plus game
5 meet filing deadline for Mercer County election ballot
There will be five more races on the November ballot than there were in the primary. MERCER, Pa.
Mercer County United Way earns national certificate of excellence
SHARON, Pa. — United Way of Mercer County has earned a certificate of excellence from the United Way
GO&DO
Today Children Family Garden Day: Traditions, 1-4 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley
‘Welcome home Jimbo’ countdown
Ex-U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. walks down the steps of a federal courthouse in Cleveland on April 11, 2002, the day he was found guilty of 10 felony counts. By his side is Linda Kovachik of Boardman, a Traficant aide and friend who was in the courtroom nearly every day of the then-congressman’s corruption trial. She is spearheading a Sept. 6 appreciation dinner for Traficant, who gets out of prison four days before the event.
500-pound inmate hides gun in his flabs
500-pound inmate hides gun in his flabs HOUSTON —An obese inmate in Texas has been charged after
Young equestrienne holds the reins
SUCCESSFUL SHOWMANSHIP Once very shy, this 10-year-old now takes the demands of competition in
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Tyesha Bland and Mark Burney, Youngstown, girl, Aug. 7.
Trying to forget the final drive
arizona cardinals FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — After avoiding it for months, Arizona coach Ken
Owens’ debut with Bills kicks off NFL preseason
CANTON (AP) — When Terrell Owens makes his debut in a Bills uniform today, little does he realize
REVIEW|| Trailer Park tales
YOUNGSTOWN — If rednecks weren’t so intrinsically funny, Jeff Foxworthy would be a floor manager at
REVIEW || Into the Woods’ captures the imagination
SALEM — Fans of Stephen Sondheim’s dark and witty wordplay and music would be well-served in taking
bulbs \ Seasonal examples
Fall has become a popular second season for planting, particularly for spring-blooming flower bulbs.
Obessive online gaming calls for stricter boundaries
Dear Annie: My wife of 15 years is seriously addicted to fantasy role-playing games, often spending
Children can learn to separate
Q. I’ve been a public school teacher for quite a few years, and with the school year starting soon,
YSU, Ohio State commission artworks
YSU, Ohio State commission artworks COLUMBUS — Youngstown State University and Ohio State
Rendell budget: a story of forgotten ideas
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Ed Rendell’s annual February budget address has proved to be a reliable
Families find displays of fighter jets, other military aircraft uplifting
Many model-plane enthusiasts did their part to add color, height and speed to the two-day show.
Dance troupe alumni will return for anniversary concert
YOUNGSTOWN CONNECTION Saturday’s concert will include a 30-minute performance by international
IRISH FESTIVAL Entertainment schedule
SATURDAY 6 p.m.: Shaffer Brothers 7:15 p.m.: Homeland 8:30 p.m.: Shaffer Brothers 9:45 p.m.:
Sotomayor sworn in as 111th U.S. justice
WASHINGTON — Sonia Sotomayor became the 111th U.S. Supreme Court justice in the nation’s history
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 9, the 221st day of 2009. There are 144 days left in the year. On this date in
Drug industry to promote health plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s drugmakers stand ready to spend $150 million to help President Barack
Judge ignores reality in Y’town
Opinion: Retired Cuyahoga County Judge Thomas Curran, sitting by assignment in the case of Youngstown killer
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Douglas E. Stiffler, 43, of 135 Arhaven Dr., Newton Falls, and
Digital thermometer is safer option than mercury
Q. The other day, I had a fever and was taking my temperature. When I was shaking my thermometer,
Opponents confess at trial in Iran
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A young French academic and local staff of the British and French embassies
Grapefruit juice found to boost cancer drugs
CHICAGO — When Albina Duggan of Bourbonnais, Ill., was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer, it had spread
THE ADIRONDACKS
Park draws hikers to lakes and ponds Almost half of the six-million-acre park in northern New York
Collision renews concerns about sightseeing safety
WASHINGTON (AP) — The collision that sent a sightseeing helicopter full of tourists and a small
Collectors seek schoolmaster’s desks
Schoolteachers – or, as they were called in the early 19th century, schoolmasters – stood in front
Juvenile court event highlights successes
Editorial: The data bear out Mahoning County Juvenile Court Judge Theresa Dellick’s contention that being
‘Vat’ of higher taxes in the offing
Opinion: No one can say President Obama lacks ambition. The speed with which he has pursued his agenda to
Pujols, Cardinals topple Pirates, 5-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Albert Pujols hit a three-run double to reach the 100 RBIs mark for the ninth
“Who Wants to be a Millionaire” (8 p.m., ABC): Phone a friend! Regis Philbin and the
“Who Wants to be a Millionaire” (8 p.m., ABC): Phone a friend! Regis Philbin and the addictive quiz
Editor: Trumbull LifeLines, the Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board for
Opinion: Editor: Trumbull LifeLines, the Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board for
COMING TO BOOKSHELVES
COMING TO BOOKSHELVES Journalist jailed in Iran plans to do memoir NEW YORK — A journalist
A new look at perennials
A new look at perennials William Cullina considers himself more a student of gardening than an
Obama did not betray IUE union at Packard
Opinion: Obama did not betray IUE union at Packard EDITOR: President Barack Obama did not betray the
Best-sellers Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Aug. 1: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Girl Who Played With Fire” by Stieg
SNAPZ theme is ‘School Dayz’
SNAPZ theme is ‘School Dayz’ Let’s hit the books with a back-to-school theme for our September
‘Don’t Go There’ is anti-travel guide
“Don’t Go There! The Travel Detective’s Essential Guide to the Must-Miss Places of the World” by
Irish celebration next weekend
The event is entirely under roof. YOUNGSTOWN — The 13th annual Irish Festival and Cultural
It’s time to take a really good look at yourself
“Body Science: The Head-to-Toe Guide to the Science in You” by James Cracknell (Penguin Books Ltd.,
FLOWER GARDENS
Dutch designer liberates bulbs from mass plantings Recently, landscapers have begun designing
Some not-so-expert do’s and don’ts for traveling in D.C.
Opinion: I’m not a travel writer. And I’m not really a traveler. I’ve been as far north as Ottawa, Ontario,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday New Middletown Village Council, 7 p.m., administration building. Austintown
safety tips
safety tips Mower operation Lawn mower safety is important for everyone, but children present a
NBC outlines plans for 5-night Leno show
PASADENA, Calif. — Promising more comedy than “The Tonight Show” and looking to wear down their
Spray on the details
Spray on the details Spray paint is the ultimate accentuating tool because it’s versatile,
‘No One’s First, and You’re Next’
‘No One’s First, and You’re Next’ Modest Mouse (Epic) Grade: B The eight songs on Modest
Nancy Drew, Sonia Sotomayor and me: lessons learned from the teen sleuth
Misha Berson As Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor was having her professional and personal
GOP must stop playing games on health care
Opinion: GOP must stop playing games on health care EDITOR: We want the GOP to quit playing political
Roethlisberger accuser allegedly bragged about sex
RENO, Nev. (AP) — The woman suing quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for alleged sexual assault has been
Looking to improve defense
pittsburgh steelers LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — There’s no blocker LaMarr Woodley won’t take on. No
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Matthew A. Douds The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
Want tickets for Ohio State-USC? Prepare to spend
Tickets for the Ohio State football game against Southern California have been sold out for months,
Parker sits out practice with back spasms
LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — Running back Willie Parker sat out the Pittsburgh Steelers’ practice Saturday
Editor: Why is everyone that has an opinion or mind of their own tagged a liar by Chairman Betras?
Opinion: Editor: Why is everyone that has an opinion or mind of their own tagged a liar by Chairman Betras?
EDITOR:
Opinion: EDITOR: I was born and educated in Youngstown, Ohio and began my professional career there. When
Driver rescues toddler in street
SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio (AP) — A driver on her way to work Friday stopped to rescue a 14-month-old boy
Man who killed lawn walker commits suicide
LEBANON, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio man convicted of killing a teenager because he walked on the man’s lawn
Campbell house fire
Campbell house fire CAMPBELL — A fire caused about $20,000 in damage to a vacant house at 630
Priest: Gunman darkening room fits intent of evil
GREEN TREE, Pa. (AP) — Before Elizabeth “Betsy” Gannon and two other women were shot dead and nine
Dear Editor,
Opinion: Dear Editor, I attended the healthcare round table with Tim Ryan on Saturday. Although I was
Researcher from England sings praises of Youngstown
Opinion: Researcher from England sings praises of Youngstown EDITOR: I am writing this having recently
Browns release outspoken DL Shaun Smith
Smith is better known for punching Brady Quinn than for his on-field production. BEREA (AP) —
THE HEAT IS ON
YSU counting on big year from Brandon Summers The senior QB set records for completion percentage
MILESTONES
DOCTORS James Y. Ko recently earned a doctor of pharmacy degree from Midwestern University,
KOVEL: Antiques & collecting
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
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