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Police probe shooting in Warren
WARREN — Police are investigating a shooting in the city that has left two people wounded.
Canfield teen draws on her passion
NILES — For artist Halley Snow, passion has always been in the pencil ... or the pen, paintbrush,
Warriors Inc. courses help youths, young adults face future
YOUNGSTOWN — Their programs are meant to restore hope to the community. Warriors Inc. provides
Youngstown schools recall 21 teachers for start of classes Tuesday
Two-thirds of those laid off in June will be back in the classroom Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN — The
It’s all things Polish today — including corn hole with pierogies
AUSTINTOWN — People hungry for Polish food waited in a line that crossed St. Anne’s Church, the
Feds will keep eye on Traficant for 3 years after release
The former congressman can register to vote immediately upon his release, but can he run for elected
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
WEdnesday • The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Fellows Riverside
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
TUESDAY • Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a noon lunch and
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
1418 auxiliary seniors • 1418 Auxiliary seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Byzantine
Party marks Vechiarellas’ 50th anniversary
CANFIELD — Tippecanoe Country Club was the setting on July 19 as intimate friends and family members
Davieses observe 65th anniversary of their wedding
CANFIELD — Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Davies of Plumbrook Drive observed the 65th anniversary of their
Anniversary is celebrated by the Schullers
AUSTINTOWN — The Lake Club in New Springfield was the setting on Aug. 29 as friends and guests
Spahlinger 65th anniversary is celebrated
LAKE MILTON — Friends and relatives gathered recently at the Lake Milton home of Merrill and Fran
Dinner celebration marks 55th year of Tullys’ marriage
NEWTON FALLS — The Rev. Walton And Marjorie Tully celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary during a
Friends, relatives honor Swanteks on anniversary
CAMPBELL — St. Michael Byzantine Catholic Church was the setting Aug. 22, 1959, for the wedding of
Dinner honors Wolfcales for 50th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wolfcale of Youngstown were honored by their family and friends as
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Area masons are honored
BOSTON — during the annual meeting of the Supreme Council of Scottish Rite Freemasonry on Aug. 25 in
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
Walk, wine taste to benefit CF research
NILES — Cystic Fibrosis Northern Ohio Chapter has scheduled its 10th annual Great Strides Walk for
Piano students present recitals, receive awards
McDONALD — The Ohio Federation of Music Clubs Festival on March 14 at Bliss Hall on the campus of
Niles’ Lyell has fight date and location — now all he needs is an opponent
The middleweight contender will headline an eight-bout professional fight card at the Eastwood Expo
Who belink-ed first?
YOUNGSTOWN — Judge Mark A. Belinky received an additional $200,000 from the county’s general fund to
Navigate without a backward glance
EDINBURG, Pa. — Like all other inventors, Scott Buckner is forward-thinking. There’ll be no more
Y-town’s all-stars finish third
Walks and an overthrow in one inning and a lack of hitting were factors Vindicator staff report
Young (but experienced) YSU gets ready for Week One test
The Penguins, who are 0-4 against Bowl Subdivision teams, will face the Pitt Panthers on Saturday
Chamber chief : Freed Traficant deserves no appreciation event
YOUNGS- TOWN — The head of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber criticized those having a
Mug shots posted on school TV station
Most of those featured on the Boardman Schools Television Network are accused of minor offenses.
Quinn paces Browns to victory
2009 NFL PRESEASON | Week 3 He outplayed Derek Anderson in perhaps their final auditions of the
Big Ben, defense sharp as Steelers blank Buffalo
Roethlisberger led two scoring drives before sitting out the second half as the defending champs won
Canfield Fair Web site gets update
Facebook and e-newsletters are two ways the new Canfield Fair Web site keeps folks connected all
Scrappers postponed due to unplayable field
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — Saturday’s game between the Mahoning Valley Scrappers and the Jamestown Jammers
Metro digest
Angel Food Blessings YOUNGSTOWN — Crossroads Church, 554 S. Meridian Road, is a host site for the
PUBLIC LIBRARIES September schedule
Warren-Trumbull County Public Library For more information, call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128. All
War hero’s grave honors
The Rev. Kelly Marshall of St. James Episcopal Church, Boardman, delivers the closing prayer at a memorial service Saturday at Lake Park Cemetery for Navy medic Richard "Doc" Powell, who died 41 years ago while tending to wounded in a fiery battle near DaNang, Vietnam.
Collectors seek historic printed fabrics
Many different drapery fabrics and bed coverings were decorated with pictures of the famous men of
Golf results
MEN Coitsville (Bedford Trails) — Low gross: Tim McQuillan 33, C.J. Andre 36, Ed Romack, Larry
Rain doesn’t hurt Ambrose at Nationwide
MONTREAL (AP) — When it rained yet again at Circuit Gilles Villenueve, Marcos Ambrose was in the
Bartender decides to retire at 95
WEST VIEW, Pa. (AP) — Only minutes after Prohibition died in 1933, Angelo Cammarata, 19, served a
Cell-phone call during lap dance upsets wife
Dear Annie: Two years ago, my husband attended an out-of-town business convention. While he was
Pompeo 7th to lead Poland at GlenOak Inv.
CANTON — Anna Pompeo placed seventh with a time of 20:52 to help the Poland High girls cross country
Teen becomes youngest to sail around the world
hTeen becomes youngest to sail around the world PORTSMOUTH, England — The world’s youngest round-
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic railroad
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic railroad Cycling distances on the towpath trail between train stations.
Failing Youngstown schools must work to improve now
Editorial: The Youngstown City School District has failed its students and its community. That’s the
As Traficant returns home from prison, the Valley moves on
Opinion: It’s been more than seven years since James Traficant was convicted of taking bribes, filing false
COUNTRY OUTLAW musician shoots from the lip
hank williams jr. Bocephus will perform at the Canfield Fair on Sept. 6. Are you ready for
“The Daytime Emmy Awards” (8 p.m., CW): Vanessa Williams is your host for the 36th
“The Daytime Emmy Awards” (8 p.m., CW): Vanessa Williams is your host for the 36th annual gala
RAIL AND TRAIL
Go back in time on Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad For the frugal tourist, a scenic train ride
‘Hard Believer’
‘Hard Believer’ Tommy Castro (Alligator) Grade: B+ On “Trimmin’ Fat,” Tommy Castro offers a
ABC will air highlights of CMA festival Monday
ABC will air highlights of CMA festival Monday NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Highlights of this summer’s
Barbecue reunion benefits cancer patients
Barbecue reunion benefits cancer patients HOWLAND — A benefit barbecue reunion, featuring what is
Lives that make a difference
Opinion: Lives that make a difference EDITOR: What I remember from shaking hands with Ted Kennedy is that
Baseball roundup \ Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 10, White Sox 0 NEW YORK — Sergio Mitre shook off the rust and pitched
Ability to borrow affected by lack of financial audits
CLEVELAND (AP) — The absence of financial audits because of an ongoing corruption probe in Ohio’s
Here’s some quick opinions on Tribe in ’10
Akron Beacon Journal BALTIMORE — Something has been lost on Indians fans in the wake of the
AAA forecasts less Labor Day travel
AAA forecasts less Labor Day travel NEW YORK — Fewer people will take a vacation this Labor Day
Bazetta man injured in ATV accident
BAZETTA — A township man was injured in a crash of his ATV near his Niles-Cortland Road home. The
Blessed is the criminal? Read on
Opinion: It is not surprising that politicians, by and large, rise to the defense of one of their own —
Police search house of kidnap suspects
ANTIOCH, Calif. (AP) — Police on Saturday searched the home of a California couple charged with
Scrappers rained out
Scrappers rained out Saturday’s game between the Mahoning Valley Scrappers and the Jamestown
Beck guides Mooney to 3-1 win
STRUTHERS — Senior Thomas Beck scored a goal and had two assists to lead the Cardinal Mooney High
South Range refocuses to topple Tuslaw, 24-14
MASSILLON — The South Range High football team scored two fourth quarter touchdowns to beat Tuslaw
Blood drives
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
columbiana COUNTY Court filings
columbiana COUNTY Divorces asked Franklin Norman, 805 Cadmus St., East Liverpool, v. Joy Norman,
Steinbrenner would blanch
Opinion: Steinbrenner would blanch EDITOR: I would like to introduce you to my starting lineup; Larry
It’s about the shoes
Opinion: It’s about the shoes EDITOR: “School go be so dope dis year. We get to rock any shoes we want.
‘Obamacare’ wouldn’t be the best
Opinion: ‘Obamacare’ wouldn’t be the best EDITOR: “Obamacare” or HR3200, will have devastating effects on
Saving children, one at a time
Opinion: Saving children, one at a time EDITOR: Last week, we were all shocked and saddened by the story
U.S. faces smaller, smarter enemy force in Afghanistan
NOW ZAD, Afghanistan (AP) — After three tours in Iraq, U.S. Marine Sgt. Andre Leon was used to
‘A Mighty Long Way’ tells story of integration
“A Mighty Long Way: My Journey to Justice at Little Rock Central High School” by Carlotta Walls
Adversity is not a bad thing
Several weeks ago, in this column, I encouraged parents to not ask principals for teacher
For victims like Brookfield boy, how much do we report?
Opinion: If your house gets broken into, how much detail should The Vindicator report to the community? Your
Stafford improves as Lions’ QB race heats up in win
DETROIT (AP) — Daunte Culpepper and Matthew Stafford seemed to do enough Saturday to keep the
Years ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2009. There are 123 days left in the year. On this date
Obama health-reform push turns spotlight on Canada
TORONTO (AP) — From screaming babies to frail seniors, Canadian-born or recent immigrants, the
2 tickets match winning numbers for Mega Millions
ATLANTA (AP) — Two tickets matched the winning numbers for an estimated $333 million Mega Millions
Documenting football in small-town Kansas
“Our Boys: A Perfect Season on the Plains With the Smith Center Redmen” by Joe Drape (Times Books,
Best-sellers Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Aug. 22: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “South of Broad” by Pat Conroy (Nan A. Talese)
Kennedy laid to rest alongside his slain brothers at Arlington
Three former presidents attended the funeral; Obama gave the eulogy. WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Edward
Abduction case evokes Elizabeth Smart saga
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Utah father of Elizabeth Smart said he’s horrified by the parallels
New cleaning products
New cleaning products How do you know your toddler’s toys are clean? You know, the ones he puts
GERMY SPOTS
Hygiene Council releases results of annual survey Kitchen cloths and sponges are the biggest
Incremental approach eyed on insurance
WASHINGTON — With a virtual civil war raging over parts of President Barack Obama’s health-care
Penguin FOOTBALL 2009 schedule
Penguin FOOTBALL 2009 schedule Sept. 5 — at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Sept. 12 — vs. Austin Peay, 4
Last call for Snapz
Last call for Snapz OK. We’re down to the wire. Wednesday is the deadline for our Snapz feature,
Peaceful sanctuary
Peaceful sanctuary Declutter your bedroom A bedroom should be a sanctuary, but clutter can make
Anger toward Obama, government not just about health care
WASHINGTON — At the dawn of the Barack Obama era, the promise of hope has faded. America’s public
in the cup! Area holes in one
Tim Stoner of Hubbard aced the 152-yard No. 8 hole at Yankee Run with a 5-iron. Witnesses were Ben
Verdasco, Wozniacki win titles at Pilot Pen tennis championship
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Caroline Wozniacki believes this is her time. The 19-year-old from Denmark
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center GBOE, 4:30 p.m., Millcreek Park Community
New dad Federer eyes 16th Grand Slam crown
NEW YORK (AP) — As last year’s U.S. Open began, plenty of people were wondering what was wrong with
No clear answers on statin-ALS link
Q. My husband started on lovastatin for high cholesterol and soon began to notice weakness in his
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Jesse J. Stewart The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
S.C. House GOP: Gov. Sanford has got to go
MYRTLE BEACH. S.C.— Gov. Mark Sanford had no defenders when South Carolina House Republicans
After long recovery, Houston’s Molden set to return at DB
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston cornerback Antwaun Molden is ready to get back into a game after sitting out
CURRENT PRICES || Antiques & collectibles
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Nine-run first inning helps California rout San Antonio
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — California’s mini-mashers bashed their way into the Little League World
Proposal to ban smoking in military draws flak
FORWARD OPERATING BASE FALCON, Iraq (AP) — Gen. Douglas MacArthur had his signature corncob pipe.
Rookie Mack could be the center of attention
BEREA — After one of the Cleveland Browns’ training camp two-a-days, rookie center Alex Mack
standings \ New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers(Indians)4423.657— Williamsport (Phillies)3731.54471‚Ñ2
Devoted Kennedy supporters line Boston streets in droves
BOSTON (AP) — Hundreds of mourners lined the sidewalks near Boston’s Mission Church where a funeral
FUNERAL List of attendees
A partial list of those who attended Sen. Edward Kennedy’s funeral in Boston on Saturday:
WNBA roundup \ Saturday’s games
Silver Stars 100, Shock 88, OT SAN ANTONIO — Becky Hammon and the San Antonio Silver Stars finally
Marino, Goydos tied for lead at Barclays
JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) — Steve Marino ran off three straight birdies late in the third round
SATURDAY DRAWINGS
SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Saturday night: Pick 3, 9-1-6 Pick 4, 7-9-8-3 Rolling Cash 5, 14-
Game Time
Game Time Who: Mahoning Valley Scrappers vs. Jamestown Jammers When: Today in a doubleheader of
On the courses Saturday’s other pro golf results
LPGA Tour NORTH PLAINS, Ore. — Rookie Anna Nordqvist’s 3-under 69 moved her into a 1-shot lead
prep volleyball Saturday’s games
Mooney 25-25-25, Youngstown Christian 9-6-9 YOUNGSTOWN — Laura Boniface had seven ills, Sierra
Books digest
LOCAL Leetonia native publishes fourth book LEETONIA — Jason M. Green of Leetonia has published
MLS roundup \ Saturday’s games
Sounders 0, Toronto FC 0 SEATTLE — Dwayne De Rosario and Freddie Ljungberg had their share of
Area golf calendar
AUGUST MONDAY — Youngstown Fallen Firefighters Memorial golf outing at Salem Hills Golf & Country
Brewers beat Bucs — again
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pinch-hitter Jody Gerut doubled to score the go-ahead run and the Milwaukee Brewers
Baseball standings
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBWCGBL10StrHomeAway New York8148.628——7-3W-244-2037-28
Justifiable-homicide defense eyed in doctor’s slaying
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — The suspect in the killing of abortion provider George Tiller is in talks with
Ohio gets negative credit-rating outlook
COLUMBUS (AP) — A major ratings agency has given Ohio’s credit rating a negative outlook, partially
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