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Stories published August 13, 2009
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The city’s most recent murder victims were suffocated
YOUNGSTOWN — Police continue to look or suspects and the family is looking for answers in a double
Murder suspect’s sanity will be evaluated
YOUNGSTOWN — A common pleas court judge has found a murder suspect competent to stand trial, but the
Eight year sentence for robbery and death
YOUNGSTOWN — A city man who played a part in the robbery that led to the death of another man will
Boardman man arrested after police find concealed weapons
BOARDMAN — An Erie Street man faces two charges of carrying concealed weapons — one for a gun, which
Car show, fun day sponsored by Rotary
Car show, fun day sponsored by Rotary GIRARD —Girard-Liberty Rotary Club will host its third
Pot case points to youth problems in Campbell
In late July, two 5-year-olds vandalized a neighbor’s house. CAMPBELL — The marijuana plant,
Automakers race to meet demand for fuel-efficient cars
DETROIT — After slashing production over the past year of dismal sales, Detroit’s automakers are now
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
At least 70 die in battle in Pakistan
DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Pakistan (AP) — Fierce clashes between Taliban fighters and those loyal to a pro-
‘The Time Traveler’s Wife’
‘The Time Traveler’s Wife’ Grade: C Director: Robert Schwentke Rating: PG-13 for thematic
Don’t use bleach on yellowed newspapers
Dear Heloise: As the oldest grandchild, I have become the keeper of all the family pictures. There
Dad may be jumping into dating pool too soon
Dear Annie: My mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer three years ago, and she recently passed
‘Mystery Science Theater’ gang to skewer ‘Plan 9’
‘Mystery Science Theater’ gang to skewer ‘Plan 9’ BOARDMAN — Fans of “Mystery Science Theater
“Smoking Gun Presents: World’s Dumbest Criminals” (9 p.m., truTV): Buffoonish bad
“Smoking Gun Presents: World’s Dumbest Criminals” (9 p.m., truTV): Buffoonish bad guys make us
Gains eyes 2010 run to succeed Brunner
The Ohio Democratic chairman is ‘impressed’ with the county prosecutor. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning
Septic-system upkeep adds up to costly lesson for homeowner
Electric, inspection and maintenance can cost $800 to $1,000 per year. BRISTOL — When Doug
Relocation of offices to save city schools $425K per year
Community-service programs will now be centered in the central-office building. YOUNGSTOWN —
Commissioners put phone numbers on flier about sales tax
County officials are making themselves available after hours to answer voters’ questions.
Browns dismiss talk of ‘QB-gate’ at Sunday scrimmage
BEREA (AP) — Brady Quinn says he’s not a cheater. Derek Anderson is upset that a playful comment was
Zoldan, NAHL make a deal
phantoms The details of the settlement reached in common pleas court are confidential. By DAVID
Study: India’s water levels dropping
NEW DELHI (AP) — Excessive irrigation and the unrelenting thirst of tens of millions of people are
Obama honors 16 ‘agents of change’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama awarded the nation’s highest civilian honor to 16 “agents
Marines launch new Afghan assault
DAHANEH, Afghanistan (AP) — U.S. Marines battled Taliban fighters Wednesday for control of a
Modern living in the 1960s: ‘Mad Men’ themes are topical
NEW YORK — In its first two seasons, “Mad Men” rang true, and familiar, from across a half-century
Metro digest
A decline in robberies WARREN — A detective says he believes the arrest of a 19-year-old city man
Charles Serafino: ‘My mind hasn’t healed yet’
Court rejects killer Getsy’s lethal-injection appeal By THOMAS J. SHEERAN HUBBARD — The
As demand booms, states cut student aid
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Struggling with budget shortfalls that reach into the billions, several states
Hot topic of health care reform calls for cooler heads
Hot topic of health care reform calls for cooler heads McClatchy-Tribune News Service (MCT)
Mahoning County court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Dennis L. Emptage, 58, of 1041‚Ñ2 N. Main St., Hubbard, and
LIFE LESSONS
Cardinal Mooney graduate has been riding horses for a decade Neal McCall says the sport has
Major test: PGA Championship’s long fairways
CHASKA, Minn. (AP) — Paul Azinger pulled the driver from his bag because there really is no other
Omnimax film at Carnegie center
Omnimax film at Carnegie center One in seven Americans relies on the Great Lakes for water,
‘[500] Days of Summer’ shines with sweetness
If you’ve ever sifted through your breakup photos, sorting images of glory days, painful days and
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Eastgate Finance/Executive committee, 10 a.m., 100 E. Federal St., Suite 1000,
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
Truck brings grocery store to Detroit neighborhoods
DETROIT (AP) — In a neighborhood served by 26 liquor stores but only one grocery, a community group
Pavlik to prepare for tough defense
His trainer, Jack Loew, said the Oct. 3 bout with Paul Williams will be dangerous. By JOE SCALZO
Same old story: US soccer loses in Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican coach Javier Aguirre showed his relief after his team’s 2-1 victory over
Steelers to play Cardinals again
PITTSBURGH (AP) — You can’t call this Tampa II. Six months after meeting in the Super Bowl, the
The ’60s generation wants to forget Altamont
Opinion: If the Americans who fought World War II are the Greatest Generation, their children are the
A hot car can be a death trap for dogs
Opinion: The dog days of summer are here, and many people are traveling with their canine companions or
The Fed is confident recession is ending
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve delivered a vote of confidence in the economy Wednesday,
Former Nazi officer gets life in prison; Demjanjuk’s trial up next
VIENNA, Austria — When Germany hosted and placed third in the World Cup three years ago, fans draped
Primed for school
Salvation Army helps kids in need of supplies By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK YOUNGSTOWN — Cars
Scrappers hit on all cylinders in a 12-1 rout of Brooklyn; Bellows has five RBIs
Greg Folgia and Jason Kipnis also had productive nights at the plate for Mahoning Valley. By JOE
Listerine kills armpit odor
Q. I have suffered from foul-smelling armpits as far back as I can remember. I have tried every
7 companies to report pay for executives
WASHINGTON (AP) — Seven companies on government life support — bailout recipients such as General
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Aug. 13, the 225th day of 2009. There are 140 days left in the year. On this date
Military junta in Burma is still afraid of Suu Kyi
Editorial: Nobel Peace laureate Aung San Suu Kyi is 64 years old, frail and has spent 14 of the last 20 years
Slopes can be slippery at times
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Sarah Palin was right, the second time. We do need to turn down the rhetorical heat
Murder scene yields surprises
More tests will be done on the two bodies discovered Tuesday evening. YOUNGSTOWN — Police are
City pays to cut costs
Youngstown to spend $300,000 for severance and back pay. YOUNGSTOWN — The cash-strapped city
Atlanta jury convicts man of aiding terror groups
Atlanta jury convicts man of aiding terror groups ATLANTA — A 23-year-old Georgia man was
Clinton: Nigeria hurt by misdeeds
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on Wednesday said corruption
Focus is on health care, but Social Security crisis looms
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress agonizes over health care, an even more daunting and dangerous
Group will wait until 2012 to challenge gay-marriage ban
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Bowing to the advice of political consultants and pollsters, officials from a
Justice Sotomayor dents glass ceiling
Opinion: When Sonia Sotomayor took the oath of office, she became the first Hispanic and the third woman to
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Wednesday night: Pick 3, 1-1-5 Pick 4, 6-1-1-0 Rolling Cash 5, 3-8
Nightmare on a plane
Miami Herald: The miserable night 47 unlucky passengers spent in a cramped airplane at an airport in
To get the feel of real trauma, troops practice on pigs
VALLEY CENTER, Calif. — Two enlisted Marines were kneeling on the ground, quickly stuffing gauze
WTO win could open China’s door to U.S. firms
GENEVA (AP) — The World Trade Organization backed the United States on Wednesday in a major trade
Call-center operation is ‘home run’ for city
VXI Global Solutions is expected to hire 150 people by Oct. 1. YOUNGSTOWN — A Los Angeles-
Country star Keith Urban, with guest Jason Aldean, will come to Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh on
Country star Keith Urban, with guest Jason Aldean, will come to Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh on
Rep. Wilson endorsing Fisher in his bid for U.S. Senate seat
U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, who represents all of Columbiana County and a portion of Mahoning County
Tim McGraw, Peas to sing at Steelers game
Tim McGraw, Peas to sing at Steelers game PITTSBURGH — Tim McGraw and the Black Eyed Peas are
MUC’s Garcon in Colts’ WR mix
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (AP) — Marvin Harrison gained nearly 15,000 yards receiving in 13 years with the
Admitted affair sullies Rick Pitino’s reputation
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — In a state where basketball is king, Rick Pitino cuts quite the fine figure.
Tribe can’t figure out Hunter in 5-0 defeat
CLEVELAND (AP) — Tommy Hunter had complete confidence in his pitches and the Texas Rangers’ scouting
‘Time Traveler’s Wife’ skips past substance
LOS ANGELES — So let’s try to get this straight. In “The Time Traveler’s Wife,” Eric Bana plays a
Pirates routed 8-0 by Rockies
DENVER (AP) — Ubaldo Jimenez pitched three-hit ball for eight innings and Carlos Gonzalez homered
PGA Championship
PGA Championship Dates: Thursday through Sunday. Site: Hazeltine National Golf Club, Chaska,
BELIEVE IT: No end in sight for Journey
The MOVIE never ends for some rock bands. Take Journey, for example, who have become one of the
Michael Jackson tribute concert will be Sept. 26
VIENNA (AP) — Organizers of what’s being billed as a global tribute to Michael Jackson in Vienna say
Metal Fest will place top acts on one stage
The metal scene in Northeast Ohio is alive and well in 2009, with one of the leading acts being
‘THE HISTORY BOYS’
Canfield native has key role in play that will be Webcast PITTSBURGH — Canfield native Jarid
auditions \ Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.” Salem Community Theatre will have auditions at 7
Kennywood to add coaster
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (AP) — Kennywood Park near Pittsburgh is planning a new roller coaster that will
Prosecutor: Witness must testify or face possible charge
WARREN — A witness to a double homicide who was arrested last week, brought to court and declared a
Ryan’s pro-life credentials questioned by NRLC
Opinion: Ryan’s pro-life credentials questioned by NLRC EDITOR: Rep. Tim Ryan’s Aug. 7 letter was
Business news in brief
REGION Incubator gets funding YOUNGSTOWN — The John D. Finnegan Foundation and Ward Beecher
Nation and world digest
OHIO Legal group challenges domestic-partner registry CLEVELAND — A conservative legal group is
Struthers works to meet deadline for waste-treatment plant project
The generators could save the city up to 70 percent in utility costs at its waste-treatment plant.
Ohio Lottery details proposed rules for slot machines
CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio officials want some fast action by horse racetracks seeking video slot
Man gets 12 months for abduction attempt
The man was convicted of trying to abduct a child earlier this year. YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman
GlenBridge Enhancement Project gets under way
BOARDMAN — County officials have kicked off the GlenBridge Enhancement Project, which will
‘Tea party’ planned to protest government spending, taxation
‘Tea party’ planned to protest government spending, taxation STAFF REPORT CANFIELD — A “tea
Engineer secures grants, loans for area on west side of Route 11
Columbiana County will save $6 million and ease sewage problems in its hilly southern part.
Births
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Michael and Marianne Evans, Boardman, boy, Aug. 6. Ashley
• Darin and Diana (Billet) Benyak. 12268 E. Mitchel Drive, Plano, Ill., are announcing the
• Darin and Diana (Billet) Benyak. 12268 E. Mitchel Drive, Plano, Ill., are announcing the birth of
‘Traficant Release Night’ scrapped by Scrappers
The canceled event received national attention. NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are
Marriage made in the Valley
Opinion: Marriage made in the Valley EDITOR: For those who love and support Jim Traficant, his impending
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