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Vindy.com for August 22, 2009
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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Church chosen for Bell-Palette Sept. 19 wedding
COLUMBIANA — Tom and Cheryl Bell, 44917 Metz Road, are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Winch-Janavitz Oct. 10 wedding to be in Pittsburgh
SALEM — Announced by Margaret H. Winch, 953 S. Lincoln Ave., is the engagement and upcoming marriage
Natatorium closed for maintenance
Natatorium closed for maintenance SALEM — The natatorium at Salem Community Center will be closed
Don’t be vexed by street closings for free rock concert downtown
Festival organizers expect to attract 8,000 people for the show Sunday. YOUNGSTOWN — Sunday will
Phantoms bonding in first week of training camp
Team bonding big part of camp By RYAN JONES BOARDMAN — For the Youngstown Phantoms and coach
Area lawmakers hear public cry for help for Ohio workers
The legislative committee hopes to create real recommendations, Sen. Cafaro said. CHAMPION—A
New year, but the same old problem: Browns can’t get into the end zone
CLEVELAND — It’s been so long since the Browns offense scored a touchdown that guard Eric Steinbach
Polivka arrested on violence charge
The Trumbull County commissioner pleaded innocent to the charge that alleges he assaulted his wife
Redskins try to counter Steeler Nation with towel giveaway for tonight’s game
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — The Terrible Towels made for the most embarrassing scenes in recent Washington
Friends collect money for bonds in Masury teen's killing
Two Masury residents arraigned on charges tied to a fatal shooting posted bond. WARREN — Two
YSU’s Wicks is waiting for doctors’ OK to play
He fractured his ankle in the spring game and has had to settle for riding a stationary bike during
Efficiencies of business drive V&M’s annex plea t
Handling of taxes and land cleanup would be easier if 80 acres in Girard became part of Youngstown,
Scrappers fall, 5-4, snap win streak at 4
WAPPINGER FALLS, N.Y. — The Hudson Valley Renegades scored three runs in the first inning and held
Salem, racetrack owner plan Super Nats restart
SALEM — The city of Salem and racetrack owner Dan Swindell have teamed up to restart the former
Hall drives in two runs in debut with Seattle
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bill Hall drove in two runs in his first game for the Seattle Mariners, helping
Youngstown lays off 18 workers; more city job cuts may be needed
The layoffs will save the city $100,000 this year. YOUNGSTOWN — After months of talking about
Every item 50 cents before store closes
STRUTHERS — The Goodwill Store in Giannios Plaza on Youngstown-Poland Road is closing within days.
College 101
Youngstown State University student Mario Sracic helps a freshman move into Cafaro House dorm Friday afternoon. YSU officially welcomes the Class of 2013 at Freshman Convocation 2 p.m. Sunday in Beeghly Center.
Sounds of insects fill late-summer air
Compared with spring and early summer, late-summer mornings are quiet. Most birds are done nesting.
Opinions vary on annexation of Girard land
GIRARD — Jack Balko would rather see the city take a hit for allowing 80 acres along its border to
Follow these tips to give bettas better life
heloise Dear Heloise: My first pet was a Siamese fighting fish (also known as a betta). I got a
Don’t let stepchild think she can destroy marriage
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Dear Annie: I have raised my stepdaughter,
Lockerbie families to protest Gadhafi
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Relatives of Americans killed when Pan Am Flight 103 was blown up over
Sports schedules
Thursday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 7, Seattle 6 Cleveland 11, L.A. Angels 3 Boston 8,
Ragan wins Nationwide race as Kyle Busch wrecks
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — David Ragan held off teammate Carl Edwards on a two-lap sprint to the finish
Bucs’ Morton pitches seven strong innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Charlie Morton pitched into the seventh inning after a disastrous start in his
Newspaper: Ohio used donations for budget
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state bridged a budget gap by dipping into money donated to fight blindness and
Roethlisberger’s lawyers accused of ‘bullying’ in sexual assault case
RENO, Nev. (AP) — A lawyer for the woman who claims Ben Roethlisberger sexually assaulted her at
New schedule format challenges Notre Dame
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Nevada, Washington, Washington State and Connecticut aren’t exactly a
New York opens LLWS with 10-2 victory
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Nick Pucciarelli knocked in four runs with a homer and a two-run triple,
YSU offers students advice to avoid swine flu
Incoming freshmen didn’t seem to be overly worried about the flu. YOUNGSTOWN — The federal
CORRECTION
A story in Friday’s edition about the Journey and Heart concert at the Covelli Centre incorrectly
U.S. team DQ’d from 400 relay at worlds
BERLIN (AP) — No fumbling of the baton this time. No final, either. Soon after turning in the
CANDIDATES AND ISSUES | Nonpartisan races
Candidates running for nonpartisan seats in the November general election had to file nominating
New bottle attracts attention
Exal says it is the largest ready-to-drink aluminum bottle in North America and a market first.
Martin on pole for Bristol race tonight
BRISTOL, Tenn. — Mark Martin is trying to give Brian Vickers, a driver half his age, a run for his
Protests mark Hawaii’s 50th year of statehood
Protests mark Hawaii’s 50th year of statehood HONOLULU — Hawaii welcomed its entry as the 50th
Sunday news shows | Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. CBS’
Michael Jackson burial postponed until Sept. 3
Michael Jackson burial postponed until Sept. 3 LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson won’t be laid to rest
Smucker profits beat expectations
CHICAGO (AP) — J.M. Smucker Co. said Friday its fiscal first-quarter profit more than doubled and
Public pays respects to Les Paul
MILWAUKEE — Family members, longtime friends and music fans of all ages lined up Friday at a public
Lots of questions to be answered today at OSU
COLUMBUS — The rigors of Ohio State’s preseason camp tire the body and the mind, yet many players
‘X-GAMES 3D: THE MOVIE’
‘X-GAMES 3D: THE MOVIE’ Grade: D Director: Steve Lawrence. Running time: 1 hour 28 minutes.
‘X-Games’ isn’t a movie; it’s a long commercial
“The X-Games,” Disney subsidiary ESPN’s expo of free-style skateboarding, snowboarding, motocross
local topics on tv Sunday programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): Women’s Equality Day will be celebrated in the
Business digest
REGION Kroger recalls bread CINCINNATI — The Kroger Co. grocery chain is recalling a store-brand
Obama sends message to Muslims at start of Ramadan
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Friday cast U.S. military efforts in Iraq, Afghanistan
Let’s have a lot more women on Wall Street
Opinion: BOSTON — Every year at this time, we prepare to celebrate Aug. 26, the anniversary of women’s
WRTA continues to expand service throughout county
Editorial: It has been eight months since voters in Mahoning County approved a 0.25 percent, five-year sales
2 claim lead in Afghan vote
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Both main candidates for Afghan president claimed to be ahead Friday after
Wanted: A backbone
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Score one for hysteria and lies. Score another for lack of backbone, an
Clergy and congregants loosen their collars
When the heat grips the city, clergy relax dress codes. FRESNO, Calif. — Beads of perspiration
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas D. Brooks Jr., 30, of 12603 state Route 170,
Lifework is from deeper
Lifework is from deeper calling Parents often talk about the different interests and aptitudes
Former migrant worker about to blast into space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — He toiled in California’s farm fields alongside his Mexican migrant-
Why does God allow evil to succeed?
Voices of faith: Why does God allow evil to succeed? The Rev. Fran T. Cary, pastor of Trinity
Muslims will fast during sacred month of Ramadan
“O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, so that
YOUNGSTOWN
YOUNGSTOWN Layoffs Layoff notices went to 18 city workers — seven full-time employees and 11
Sports digest
YSU Soccer team loses POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Marist scored two goals late in the second half en
PRAY 3 DAYS || 72-hour vigil needs prayer partners
72-hour vigil needs prayer partners The event Sept. 10-12 at the Covelli Centre is an interfaith
150th celebration
150th celebration YOUNGSTOWN — Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 420 Clearmount Ave., will celebrate
Swine flu shows up in turkeys in Chile
SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Chile said Friday that tests show swine flu has jumped to birds, opening a
GO&DO || Things to see around the Valley
Today Dances Del Sinchak , 10 p.m. to midnight, Kuzman’s Bar, 1025 S. State St., Girard; (330)
Being a good Samaritan could be a crime
Opinion: Being a good Samaritan should not be a crime. Nor should preventing immigrants from dying of
Americans charged with cruelty toward subordinates
BAGHDAD (AP) — Four American soldiers in Iraq have been charged with cruelty and maltreatment of
STEELERS GAME TIME
GAME TIME Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Washington Redskins When: Today, 7:30 p.m. Where: FedEx
Creamer’s putt gives U.S. lead at Solheim
SUGAR GROVE, Ill. (AP) — Instead of dancing, Juli Inkster dropped to her knees. Paula Creamer made
Police seek suspects in several Thursday crimes
Police seek suspects in several Thursday crimes By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. YOUNGSTOWN — An
Metro digest
Meeting on skate park STRUTHERS — The city is having a public meeting for anyone who wants to talk
Lynch’s range shines in ‘Glee,’ ‘Post Grad’
LOS ANGELES — Few actors have r sum s as diverse and extensive as Jane Lynch’s. Just look at her
Program garnered praise and criticism
WASHINGTON — Expiring Monday, the Cash-for-Clunkers program encouraged more than a half-million
17 states report lower unemployment figures
WASHINGTON (AP) — A rebound in the auto industry and federal stimulus money helped lower
Court awaits investigation in case of runaway convert
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — An Ohio teen who says she ran away from home because she feared punishment for
How would you spend last hours of life?
Opinion: COLUMBUS — How would you spend the last 24 hours of your life? What would you eat? Who would you
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Aug. 22nd, the 234th day of 2009. There are 131 days left in the year. On this