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Autopsy scheduled Monday for boy, 6, who drowned in Trumbull pool
WARREN — Warren Township police said an autopsy was to be performed this morning on a 6-year-old boy
Vexfest 6 gets off to cloudy but rocking start
YOUNGSTOWN — Several hundred people braved the dark, rolling clouds and threat of rain to spend time
Project to build Joe Kaluza new home to seek donations at Canfield Fair
YOUNGSTOWN — Family and friends of Joe Kaluza know they can never give him back what he lost 17
Youngstown, Warren expect same overall low marks on ‘09 Ohio report cards
Two districts that achieved the highest ranking last year — Howland and Columbiana — expect to
Economy, geography force many Poland businesses to close
POLAND — When Brides by Demetrios in Boardman closed, Jacqueline Stout was devastated. The store
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Daisy Crespi
Born: Assunta Louisa Bucci in the family home on Aug. 17, 1909, in Lawrence County, Mahoning
Entertainment to be featured at 13th annual Toth garden tour
HUBBARD — The public is invited to view the gardens at the home of Rodney and Kay Toth, 5637 W.
Party in Warren celebrates Ronci 60th anniversary
VIENNA — Friends and relatives gathered at Aulizio’s in Warren on July 26 to congratulate Mr. and
Miller-Joffe rite to take place in Florida
Louisa H. Miller of Youngstown and Frank W. Miller III of Decatur, Ga., announce the engagement of
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
COMMERCIAL INTERTECH • Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at Pavilion 3 in
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
WEdnesday • Ivy League will meet at 12:30 p.m. for a flower arrangement program to be hosted by
D'Agostino 50th celebrated at family reunion
CANFIELD — The Great Cedar Wilderness Park in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri was the setting Aug.
Lagese jubilee is observed at at dinner party
AUSTINTOWN — The 50th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. James Lagese, 3972 Artmar Drive, was celebrated at
Picnic at church honors Davises on anniversary
BOARDMAN — Mount Olivet United Church of Christ in North Lima was the setting from 1 to 5 p.m.
Wainios renew marriage vows on 60th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. William M. Wainio Jr., 120 Euclid Blvd., celebrated their 60th wedding
Corsales honored at surprise event on anniversary
GIRARD — Mr. and Mrs. Orlando Corsale, 164 Crumlin Ave., were honored during a surprise party on
Professional 20/30 Club to host mixer in gardens
Professional 20/30 Club to host mixer in gardens YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley Professional 20/30
Anne Marino to be bride of Todd Marian
POLAND — C. Joseph and Patricia W. Marino of Spitler Road are announcing the engagement of their
Offense still seeing red as Penguins wrap camp
YSU’s offense led from start to finish to keep the red practice jerseys in the team’s jersey
‘Things are looking up’ for $970M V&M plan
Youngstown’s mayor said the project may set a positive precedent for Girard, Youngstown and the
Nemenz supporters turn tables on pickets
The pickets are now the picketed by friends, family of IGA workers; cops have made a visit By
YSU players select Savage, Jones captains
By PETE MOLLICA YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State football team will put its leadership into the
Browns offense shows life
Derek Anderson made the most of his start as Cleveland drilled Detroit. CLEVELAND (AP) — Derek
Celiacs get to partake of cuisine they crave
Gluten-free cooking is a sought-after specialty that Ferrara’s has embraced. SHARON, Pa. —
Giveaway supplies Valley kids with necessary tools for school
Despite the economy, more churches have stepped up their contributions. YOUNGSTOWN — Tyler
Roethlisberger rests as Steelers fall to ’Skins
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — The battle of the towels was fought to a soggy draw. The Pittsburgh Steelers
Tour de LeBron comes through Akron
AKRON (AP) — LeBron James gave fellow NBA All-Star Chris Paul a tour of his hometown — on two
Bumpy rides endure on part of Poland 224
The stretch of road has not been repaved since an ’83 chemical spill. By DENISE DICK POLAND —
DAHLIA DELIGHTS
Valley society show spices up Fellows with Mexican flavor By D.A. WILKINSON YOUNGSTOWN — The
Boardman to induct 10 in HOF
BOARDMAN — The Boardman Booster Club is sponsoring its 30th annual Hall of Fame weekend. A
GO&DO Sunday
Today Children Family Farm Tours, 1 p.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield
Armed Forces digest
VETERANS Honor Flight to D.C. MINERAL RIDGE — William R. Lawrence of Salt Springs Road recently
Canine compassion
Emily Love of Kinsman gets some of the nine rescued dogs into the back of her car for their leg — from Austinburg near Ashtabula to Erie, Pa. — of a two-day journey that ended in Canada. After delivering the furry cargo to the next volunteers, Love says she feels a sense of satisfaction knowing she's helping to save dogs’ lives.
ASIAN VEGETABLES
It’s easy to add new flavor to the garden Growing Chinese vegetables is no different than trying
GARY, INDIANA
Michael Jackson fans tour singer’s hometown Two women have started “The King of Pop Hometown
Manhunt intensifies for suspect in killing of swimsuit model
BUENA PARK, Calif. (AP) — Canadian authorities on Saturday intensified the manhunt for the
Faith in America lifts the mood of the public
Opinion: Provo, Utah — There is nothing like an 8,000-mile road trip across America and back to restore one’s
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 23, the 235th day of 2009. There are 130 days left in the year. On this date
Dog pack shows fine line between pet and predator
It can be easy to forget they are still animals with teeth and the ability to use them if instinct
BULL’S EYE
Local woman hits her target at Senior Olympics Curiosity led the archer to take her shot at
Another look at Delphi
Opinion: Another look at Delphi EDITOR: The bankruptcy court should reconsider the offer of the “new
Don’t tolerate cursing, bullying
Q. My 16-year-old son has started using curse words in our home. What’s the best way to deal with
Collectors seek figural salt and pepper shakers
Looking for an inexpensive, colorful collectible? Look for pottery and porcelain salt and pepper
Outraged FBI director criticizes Scot’s action
WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Robert Mueller sharply criticized Scotland’s justice minister for
Sick of Favre, Vick? Blame us
DETROIT — A friend of mine wrote this week that a lot of people seem to be cheering for Michael
AREA PLAYOFF HISTORY BY YEAR
1972 CLASS AAA State Semifinals Warren Western Reserve 23, Toledo Scott 15 State Finals
League winners
CITY SERIES 2006 — Rayen 2005 — Rayen 2004 — Chaney 2003 — Chaney 2002 — Chaney 2001 — Chaney 2000
Bolt wins 3rd gold, minus world record
Bolt wins 3rd gold at worlds, minus world record BERLIN (AP) — For once, Usain Bolt ran in a final
Europe battles back in Solheim Cup
SUGAR GROVE, Ill. (AP) — Not so fast. With Michelle Wie and Christina Kim partying on the green
Gigantic video boards are target at Cowboys Stadium
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The video boards at the new Cowboys Stadium were the center of attention at
Program will focus on Kokoon Arts Club
Program will focus on Kokoon Arts Club YOUNGSTOWN — Shirley Wajda, guest curator of Kent State
baseball
baseball Pitching camp — 5-week Sunday camp begins Aug. 30 for players age 9-16. Call (330) 793-
FERRARA’S
FERRARA’S Ferrara’s A Taste of Italy in Sharon, Pa., has an extensive gluten-free menu. Where:
MEN
MEN Pine Lakes Monday Night Men (Pine Lakes) — Low gross: Dave Majors, Jim Green 41, Jeff Tinney
Metro digest
Summer concert series BOARDMAN — Boardman Township Park’s Music in the Park Summer Concert Series
Lonnie Mark Harris
Lonnie Mark Harris Correction The times for the funeral and calling hours for Lonnie Mark
Florida No. 1 in preseason poll
NEW YORK (AP) — As Tim Tebow and the Florida Gators prepare to make a run at their third national
Political stalemate continues in Pa.
HARRISBURG (AP) — Alarms are going off at the hundreds of agencies that provide help to children
Chen’s home run ignites Scrappers past Doubledays
AUBURN, N.Y. — Chun Chen hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning and the Mahoning Valley
Hurricane Bill closes beaches
EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — A weakening Hurricane Bill spun northward Saturday, churning up rough seas,
Hermit who froze mom in ice aims to stay in ‘the hole’
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — True to his word, a hermit who encased his dead mother in a block of ice keeps
Public reaction is mixed after Ensign’s affair
FERNLEY, Nev. (AP) — Two months after a weary looking John Ensign hastily confessed having an
LOCAL
LOCAL ‘Celubrious’ book signing BOARDMAN — A book signing by local author Dennis A. Martin will
DEET, sunscreen might not mix
Q. I have to use insect repellent every time I go outside. When I also need sunscreen, which goes on
It’s taboo to talk about the decline of old age
Opinion: We live in a time when seemingly no subject is taboo. People discuss, in excruciating detail, their
hBench folds flat for easy storage
hBench folds flat for easy storage Midwest Gloves & Gear’s new gardening bench folds flat, so it
Pakistani Taliban pick their new military chief
ISLAMABAD (AP) — The Pakistani Taliban have appointed a new chief, militants said Saturday,
Playoff History
AUSTINTOWN FITCH (5-4) 1986 — Division I (2-1, state semifinals) Def. Cuyahoga Falls Walsh
Tsagaris has last laugh with wrist tap
Opinion: Just two months ago, this space was dedicated to the proposition that an officeholder who corrupted
Can economic recovery last without stimulants?
WASHINGTON (AP) — Turnabouts in European and Asian economies, along with recent gains in the U.S.,
Activist who tried to kill Chirac freed
The far-right activist spent seven years in prison in the assassination attempt of the former French
Las Vegas tourism to hire terrorist analyst
Las Vegas tourism to hire terrorist analyst LAS VEGAS — Tourism officials in Las Vegas plan to
shakers: This pair of salt and pepper shakers was made to depict Laurel and Hardy, the famous
shakers: This pair of salt and pepper shakers was made to depict Laurel and Hardy, the famous
DOG TRAINING Reducing chance of bites
Experts say early, positive and thorough obedience training, starting with puppy kindergarten, is
Sweet lays foundation to help YSU face future
Editorial: By this time next year, Youngstown State University will have a new president who will offer his or
Good news at Lordstown is good news for all
Editorial: Good news at Lordstown is good news for all General Motors has had its ups and downs — especially
medical tourism | At a glance
Health insurers trying to tame rising medical costs have started offering medical care in other
Health insurers explore savings in overseas care
Elizabeth Kunz left her dentist’s office this spring with a mouth full of problems and no way to pay
Fed up, Americans show anger
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Seven months after President Barack Obama took office promising change and
Families fight schools over service animals
CHICAGO (AP) — Like seeing-eye dogs for the blind, trained dogs are now being used to help autistic
Probe of death reveals cruelty by other soldiers
Probe of death reveals cruelty by other soldiers COLUMBUS — The U.S. military says the
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURT FILINGS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua R. Kriebel, 24, of 916 Saul Drive, Hubbard, and Megan
Baseball roundup Saturday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 14, Yankees 1 BOSTON — Kevin Youkilis homered twice and tied a career
Phillips wins long jump
BERLIN (AP) — Down and out at this time last year, Dwight Phillips was close to hanging up his track
Bosnia segregates classes
STOLAC, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — It’s shortly after noon, and teenagers who were taught their
Boy, 6, drowns at pool party
WARREN — An investigation is under way into the drowning of a 6-year-old boy at a pool party in
Busch saves season with Bristol win
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — Kyle Busch may have saved his season by holding off Mark Martin on a four-lap
No problems? Look again
Opinion: No problems? Look again EDITOR: In a letter last Sunday, the writer suggests that readers check
Val-bueno: Homer lifts Indians past Mariners
CLEVELAND (AP) — Luis Valbuena homered with two out in the 11th inning to give the Cleveland Indians
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Scrappers Who: Scrappers vs. Auburn Doubledays, game 2 of a three-game series. When:
‘ursa major’
‘ursa major’ Third Eye Blind (Megaforce) Grade: A After a six-year break between full lengths,
Now could be forever
Opinion: Now could be forever EDITOR: There is an old romantic song, “There’s No Tomorrow.” Unfortunately
Liberal minority seeks tyranny
Opinion: Liberal minority seeks tyranny EDITOR: When does tolerance become tyranny? When do the demands
Someone looking for a place to move a company would not be enchanted by Ohio
Opinion: EDITOR: The recent article, “Libraries In A Bind?” made me think of the situation’s uncanny
Majority voted for change
Opinion: Majority voted for change EDITOR: We didn’t elect President Obama to maintain the status quo. We
Favre says he feels fine but has work to do
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — On Brett Favre’s last of eight plays in his preseason debut with Minnesota, the
Questions bug you? KGB has answers
Ninety-nine cents doesn’t buy you much these days. Some fast food places still offer a burger,
Iraqis begin restoring concrete walls after truck-bombings kill scores
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Workers used giant cranes to raise concrete walls around the blast-scarred
Little League World series Saturday’s games
Georgia 6, New York 3 SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Georgia’s 12-year-old infielder Trey Maddox starts
FOOTBALL || PREP GAMES
THURSDAY, AUG. 27 FOOTBALL Akron Kenmore at Newton Falls, 7 p.m. Leetonia at Lisbon, 7:30 p.m.
Event for cancer survivors
Event for cancer survivors WARREN — Trumbull Memorial Hospital and The TMH Foundation, in
State champions in ALL CAPS. Division III champion Aurora was not ranked.
State champions in ALL CAPS. Division III champion Aurora was not ranked. DIVISION I 1, Cle.
Aug. 27 — Akron Kenmore at Newton Falls, 7 p.m.
Aug. 27 — Akron Kenmore at Newton Falls, 7 p.m. Aug. 28 — Gilmour Academy at LaBrae, 7 p.m. Aug.
Deadline nearing
Deadline nearing Don’t forget, Sept. 2 is the deadline for our “School Dayz” Snapz feature.
DESCRIPTIONS \ In the dairy aisle
DESCRIPTIONS \ In the dairy aisle Milk: Conventional milk comes from cows that might have been
Got milk? There are a lot of choices
Patty Sullivan is stumped by the dairy case. One kind of milk promises to make her children smarter.
He should honor wife’s last wishes concerning her parents
Dear Annie: My wife is the only child of two “free spirit” parents. They didn’t have time to raise
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Buyer says that PC hassles do not compute
Q. I’m upset about what I consider a computer store rip-off. My daughter will be a college freshman
Breathe easy
Breathe easy Useful houseplants NASA scientists have found that houseplants are useful in
Short Web address sites form link-archiving group
Short Web address sites form link-archiving group SAN FRANCISCO — The growing popularity of Web-
Best-Sellers \ Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Aug. 15: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “South of Broad” by Pat Conroy (Nan A.
Britain denies there was a deal in bomber’s release
LONDON (AP) — Britain rejected Saturday any suggestion it had struck a deal with Libya to free the
Sundays at Stambaugh reveals 2009-10 schedule
YOUNGSTOWN — The third season of Sundays at Stambaugh, a series that pairs entertainment with brunch
Making of a memoir: Jackson & ‘Moonwalk’
NEW YORK — On the morning after Michael Jackson died, literary agent Joy Harris began getting the
“What Would Brian Boitano Make?” (1 p.m., Food Network): A cooking show hosted by a
“What Would Brian Boitano Make?” (1 p.m., Food Network): A cooking show hosted by a figure skating
Author offers guide for custom lampshades
Author offers guide for custom lampshades To Judy Lake, a lampshade is a form of self-expression.
Seinfeld to lead salute of Cosby at ceremony
Seinfeld to lead salute of Cosby at ceremony WASHINGTON — The comedian who kept NBC viewers
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, regular meeting, 6 p.m., 82 Ohltown Road. Hubbard
What theater insiders are most excited about
SHOWTIME Which shows are community theater movers-and-shakers looking forward to the most this
Photographer to the rock gods
Janet Macoska still remembers the moment when she realized her future was in rock’ n’ roll. It was
FALL THEATER PREVIEW
LOOKING AHEAD AT THE 2009-10 SEASON By MILAN PAURICH With summer drawing to a close, area
Health club reopens after shooting
BRIDGEVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Members clad in workout gear and holding water bottles and towels quietly
Indians out of spending zone
CLEVELAND — General Manager Mark Shapiro had two choices: Trade Cliff Lee and Victor Martinez or go
IN THE CUP! \ Area Holes in One
James Eastman aced the No. 11 hole at Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course in Lake Milton. He used a 6-iron
Vindy's Blitz ready for its third high school football season
Opinion: The Browns are turning to Eric Mangini. In Columbus, the Buckeyes are completely under the
SCOUTS
SCOUTS Wilson named Eagle Scout Richard Wilson, a member of Boy Scout Troop 22, has earned the
Shaq in goggles and a Speedo? He’s racing Michael Phelps
BALTIMORE (AP) — Don’t go calling him the Big Rip-off. Shaquille O’Neal says ex-teammate Steve
AUGUST
AUGUST TODAY — American Legion Post 737 outing at Lakeside Golf Course. Call (330) 654-4962 or
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Lorenza I. Barnette Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force
Benard under the radar, except when pursuing QBs
BEREA, Ohio — On YouTube, his name is sackmasterDE80. His two-part highlight film comes from 2007,
Federer snaps skid vs. Murray
MASON (AP) — First Rafael Nadal. Now Andy Murray. Roger Federer had lost five consecutive matches
Ohio wild-animal camp offers teenagers an up-close look
CUMBERLAND, Ohio (AP) — Like the young people at other summer camps, those enrolled in the Working
Blimp tested in effort to reduce Erie algae
TOLEDO (AP) — Researchers are hoping that a surveillance balloon about the size of a two-story house
Sources: CIA officer was disciplined over gun intimidation
WASHINGTON — A CIA officer who purportedly used a gun to intimidate a captured al-Qaida suspect was
Survivorship day planned
WARREN — Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital and the TMH Foundation, in partnership with the
Big rally lifts Scrappers
Big rally lifts Scrappers The Mahoning Valley Scrappers scored 10 runs in the final two innings to
NCP’s ‘All My Sons’ features award-worthy performances
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Last season’s Broadway revival of “All My Sons” was praised for British director
6 buildings destroyed in Kentucky prison riot
BURGIN, Ky. (AP) — Rioting inmates set fire to trash cans and other items inside a central Kentucky
Ohio State offense sputters, falls to ‘D’ in jersey scrimmage
The Buckeyes’ regular offense managed just one touchdown — the same number as the scout team
New York-Penn League \ Standing
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)3922.639— Williamsport (Phillies)3328.5416
Showing shades of 1979, Pirates topple Reds, 12-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ryan Doumit homered, doubled and drove in three runs to give Zach Duke some
Youngstown’s mayor said the proposed project may set a positive precedent for Girard,
Youngstown’s mayor said the proposed project may set a positive precedent for Girard, Youngstown and
North Korea’s Kim sends message to South Korea’s chief
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — An official says a high-level delegation from North Korea has delivered a
Clear Channel to air 38 games
BOARDMAN — Clear Channel Radio Youngstown will have exclusive coverage of 31 of the 38 high school
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