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McDonald, Western Reserve football teams are ranked in Top 10
McDonald and Western Reserve, who have a showdown scheduled on Friday night in the Inter Tri-County
Boil alert issued for part of Columbiana
COLUMBIANA — City officials at 4 p.m. Monday issued a boil order because of a water main break on
Area high school students needed for PSU Shenago talent show
SHARON, Pa. — The Penn State Shenango Drama Club will audition high-school students for a talent
YSU’s first rock, not best known, but oldest
YOUNGSTOWN — Just about everyone on Youngstown State University’s campus knows about the painted
Charges filed in fatal crash
COLUMBIANA — The Ohio State Highway Patrol today announced that Ashley Ratkowski, 23, of Youngstown,
Gas station fire leads to lawsuit
YOUNGSTOWN — The owner of a West Side gasoline station where an explosion and fire erupted on Jan.
Pa. man charged with assaulting police horse
INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — Police have charged a man with assaulting a state police horse after homecoming
Chicago Cubs file for bankruptcy
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The Chicago Cubs baseball team is seeking Chapter 11 protection, a step that
Pishkur would be paid $9,000 weekly as a Forum Health consultant
Forum Health is seeking to pay Walter “Buzz” Pishkur, its former chief executive, $9,000 a week as a
Pa. resurrects plans to put tolls on Interstate 80
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pennsylvania Turnpike officials are preparing to revive their application to
Browns’ misery ends
Punter Dave Zastudil excelled in Cleveland’s ugly 6-3 win over Bills ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — In
At home at Ford, Steelers hang on against Lions
2008 Defensive MVP James Harrison led Pittsburgh’s sack attack with three. DETROIT (AP) — The
Boardman Travel Show patrons savor the human touch
Visitors appreciated the opportunity to speak with travel agents personally.
Retirement forcing health center to close
An agreement has been reached in principle with Forum Health to take over patient care.
Swim meet honors memory of Kelly Jo Carlson
The meet usually involves teams from several counties. WARREN — The sixth annual Area 11 Kelly
Tens of thousands march in D.C., seek fast action on gay initiatives
Mahoning Valley Stonewall Democrats participate STAFF/WIRE REPORT WASHINGTON — A Mahoning Valley
Valley cemeteries tell a story
Beautiful landscaping throughout local cemeteries surrounds some of the Valley’s founding fathers
Increase in trash fee raises a stink
Struthers council wants to make its feelings known to Allied Waste and state legislators.
Three late goals help Phantoms rally for 5-3 victory over Chicago
BENSENVILLE, Ill. — Taylor Holstrom, Brett Gensler and Nick Czinder scored third-period goals as the
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Oct. 12, the 285th day of 2009. There are 80 days left in the year. This is
More local news in brief
Seniors levy administrator WARREN — Diane N. Drawl, a certified public accountant and Mecca
Dem: Boost forces in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. mission in Afghanistan is in “serious jeopardy” and needs more troops to
President of the swim club is exonerated
Opinion: Sorting out what happened at the Valley swim club is as difficult as determining who peed in your
Boardman Travel Show patrons savor the human touch
Visitors appreciated the opportunity to speak with travel agents personally. BOARDMAN —
Woman badmouths boyfriend’s ex-wife
Dear Annie: I divorced 18 months ago after being separated for three years. During this entire time,
Don’t forget the need to obtain a valid passport
Dear Readers: With the holidays quickly approaching, here’s an important reminder for anyone who has
Exhibit shows 36 mummies
DETROIT (AP) — Through a replica of cemetery gates, a new exhibition offers a glimpse into the lives
Auditor: Halt giving free tickets
CINCINNATI (AP) — The practice of giving public employees access to free tickets and luxury suites
Race is on for Internet stimulus stimulus
Uncle Sam has 2,200 requests for $28 billion in aid but just $4 billion on hand. WASHINGTON (AP) —
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Keith A. Jones Jr. The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
NHL roundup \ Sunday’s game
Rangers 3, Ducks 0 NEW YORK (AP) — Ales Kotalik’s power-play goal snapped a third-period tie, and
A-Rod, Posada propel Yanks to sweep of Twins
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After so many October misses, Alex Rodriguez delivered the playoff performance
Obamas’ pitch for Olympics dreadful
Opinion: WASHINGTON — In the Niagara of words spoken and written about the Obamas’ trip to Copenhagen, too
These are challenging times for Liberty school board
Editorial: These are challenging times for Liberty school board The Liberty Local School District Board of
INRA group renounces violence
DUBLIN (AP) — The Irish National Liberation Army, an IRA splinter group responsible for some of the
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Sunday: The Trumbull County native finished 41st in Sunday’s Pepsi 400 at the Auto Club Speedway in
Big plays propel Buckeyes
Big plays propel Buckeyes In Saturday’s win over Wisconsin, three big plays flipped the game in
Angels rally, sweep Red Sox
Los Angeles scored three times in the ninth inning against Boston closer Jonathan Papelbon. BOSTON
NFL roundup \ Sunday’s other games
AFC Bengals 17, Ravens 14 BALTIMORE — Carson Palmer threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to Andre
Historic boat to be saved
DAYTON (AP) — Steam-driven paddle wheel towboats once plied Midwestern rivers by the hundreds,
How ‘green’ is Canfield?
Opinion: How ‘green’ is Canfield? EDITOR: Canfield Township residents, wake up. I just read an ad for
Obama haters rooted against Chicago
Opinion: “Ding Dong! The Witch is dead. “Which old witch? “The Wicked Witch! “Ding Dong! The Wicked
NORWAY
NORWAY Aftenposten, Oslo, Oct. 7: Tomorrow, the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature will be
Vt.: Manage the chronically ill
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — What could play a central role reforming the nation’s health-care
Closing loopholes
Closing loopholes Los Angeles Times: The Federal Trade Commission has updated its guidelines for
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Health Center Sarah Rodriguez, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 10. David and Casey Fichler,
Columbus Day What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today. Residents of
METRO DIGEST
Child-abuse information GIRARD — First Christian Church, 140 E. Broadway Ave., will have an
SUNDAY DRAWINGS
SUNDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Sunday night: Pick 3, 9-5-3 Pick 4, 4-3-3-7 Rolling Cash 5, 3-19-32-
COLUMBIANA AND TRUMBULL COUNTY COURT FILINGS
columbiana COUNTY Divorces asked Jonathan Durfee, 906 Euclid, Salem, v. Rebecca Durfee, of same.
A darker Columbus emerges in classrooms
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jeffrey Kolowith’s kindergarten students read a poem about Christopher Columbus,
WORTH A LOOK | Events are open to the public
WORTH A LOOK AUCTIONS • North Lima Mennonite Church, 90 Mennonite Drive, North Lima, will have
Browns 6, Bills 3
Browns 6, Bills 3 Cleveland0303—6 Buffalo0030—3 Second Quarter Cle—FG Cundiff 24, 7:23.
Attacks demonstrate Taliban resurgence
ISLAMABAD (AP) — A week of terror strikes across Pakistan, capped by a stunning assault on army
Americans win Presidents Cup
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Tiger Woods provided a fitting conclusion Sunday to a perfect week at the
Accomplices, killers pay same price
Cases in Youngstown and Warren reinforce centuries-long tradition of like punishments By ED
Bus crash kills music instructor, hurts students
INKOM, Idaho (AP) — A bus carrying a celebrated Utah high school band swerved off an Idaho
Judith Ivey portrays Landers in NYC
NEW YORK — How do you turn a twangy Texas blond into a stylish, Midwestern media superstar? It’s
SEC rules: Florida, Alabama are 1, 2
Alabama’s steady rise in the rankings has left the Crimson Tide with a clear view of No. 1 Florida.
“The Big Bang Theory” (9:30 a.m., CBS): Seems like Penny and Leonard just can’t
“The Big Bang Theory” (9:30 a.m., CBS): Seems like Penny and Leonard just can’t find any quality
Dodgers ready for rest after polishing off Cards
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Rafael Furcal shrugged his shoulders to his ears, hoping to lessen the chill from
She can act and sing
LOS ANGELES — Three years ago, Pete Yorn contacted Scarlett Johansson about recording a duets album.
Buckeyes still top dog in Big Ten Conference
COLUMBUS (AP) — There were 129 plays in the Wisconsin-Ohio State game. On all but a few, the Badgers
McDonald levy is vital
Opinion: McDonald levy is vital EDITOR: The recent news of the unfortunate financial situation in the
Anti-pollution bills worry businesses
SUGARCREEK, Ohio (AP) — Nestled in Ohio’s Amish country, Bill Belden’s 124-year-old family-owned
NEW ON HOME VIDEO | This week’s DVDs
Available Tuesday: “Adoration” (R, 100 minutes): Four hundred people do not die on an airplane
Kroger selling 15% more low-priced store brands
SPRINGDALE, Ohio (AP) — Ice cream swooshes out of metal nozzles and swirls into 38,000 “party pails”
Growth should be slow and steady, experts point out
NEW YORK (AP) — The next financial bubble could come sooner than you think. A year after the
‘Mad Men’ star fights sanitation-garage plans
‘Mad Men’ star fights sanitation-garage plans NEW YORK — “Mad Men” star John Slattery, who plays
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Stambaugh Charter Academy Board of Directors, 5 p.m., 2420 Donald Ave., Youngstown.
CONNECTING BY DISCONNECTING TECH-FREE DINING
Some restaurants have policies against using cell phones. ATLANTA (AP) — Willing to surrender your
Johnson back in control of Chase
FONTANA, Calif. (AP) — Jimmie Johnson is back in control of NASCAR’s Chase for the championship.
Self-service kiosks save time for shoppers, costs for stores
DALLAS — Bryon Wiebold does self-checkout at the supermarket, self-check-in at the airport and self-
Show library card to get discount at Ghost Walk
WARREN — Public library customers in Trumbull County will benefit as the Fine Arts Council of
In the huddle How area NFL players fared in Week 5
Prescott Burgess (LB, Warren Harding, Ravens) — was not active in Baltimore’s 17-14 loss to
COLLEGE FOOTBALL \ Saturday game
Denison 44, Hiram 0 GRANVILLE — The Hiram College football team committed four turnovers which led
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL SCORES SUNDAY OHIO Tipp City Tippecanoe 24, Bellefontaine 7
Valley Muslims open doors to public to share culture
Leader says most Muslims lead peaceful, law-abiding lives
49ers flop to Falcons; Singletary baited into spat
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers’ leader knows he lost his cool. Mike Singletary
Schedule MLB Playoffs
DIVISION SERIES American League Angels vs. Red Sox Thursday: Los Angeles 5, Boston 0 Friday: Los
SOCCER/VOLLEYBALL Saturday’s games
BOYS SOCCER Howland 2, Salem 0 SALEM —Tyler Shaw had one goal and Connor Gilmour scored the
Penguins solve slow start woes
For five weeks, Youngstown State football fans have been waiting to see their Penguins come out of
Retirement forces Austintown Health Center to close
An agreement has been reached in principle with Forum Health to take over patient care.
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