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Niles BOE to buy school
NILES — The board of education has approved a plan that will result in the purchase of the former Mount Carmel School on North Rhodes Avenue from the Youngstown Catholic Diocese
Girard robotics team to have rummage sale
GIRARD — The Girard High School Robotics Team will have a rummage sale to help fund the group. The
Youngstown and Girard ink deal for site eyed by V and M Star
YOUNGSTOWN — Officials from Youngstown and Girard gathered at the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber
Cleveland buses will ’talk’ to warn pedestrians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland is making its public buses talk to improve pedestrian safety following
Appliance and electronics recycling collection set for Saturday
YOUNGSTOWN — An appliance and electronics recycling collection will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS WEDNESDAY • Tonight is wing night at American Legion on Route 14,
Church rummage sale
Church rummage sale BOARDMAN — Simon Road Church of God, 4750 Simon Road, off Indianola, will have
It’s Play Time In Boardman
High school drama guild pulls in popular and fresh productions, pushes out edgy content By RICK
NO ‘O’ STATE
Buckeyes search for more scoring Ohio State and QB Terrelle Pryor need to get much better.
Sean Lee practices with Penn St., hopes to play
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Injured Penn State linebacker Sean Lee returned to practice this week,
Harding stays in playoff hunt
Mooney stayed atop the Div. III, Region 13 ratings. Losing to the state’s top-ranked team didn’t
Donald Jones among award winners
Wide receiver Donald Jones, linebacker Na’eem Outler and strong safety Sir Demarco Bledsoe were
Reserved season tickets on sale now for men’s, women’s hoops
Season ticket packages are on sale for the 2009-10 Youngstown State men’s and women’s basketball
Public helps Warren police find robbery suspect
WARREN — Police, working together with the public, have again captured a suspect accused of a
Gary, Ind., police tour Youngstown to exchange crime-fighting ideas
Youngstown police officials plan to visit and learn from Gary, Ind. YOUNGSTOWN — Learning
Go for it, school board tells backers of $2.6M Rayen Stadium renovation
Artificial turf, improved seating and more parking are all part of the plan. YOUNGSTOWN — The
What government does well
Opinion: What government does well EDITOR: An Oct. 8 letter, “You can count on health care reform being
Youngstown seals deal on V&M
An estimated $20 million in site improvements could begin within two weeks.
Obama has done nothing to earn ‘prize’
Opinion: “War will continue until the end...” (Daniel 9:26) Like the Pulitzer Prize for journalism,
Lawrence Co. panel says windows in former church aren’t a conflict
Lawrence Co. panel says windows in former church aren’t a conflict Despite passage of a state
GETTING IT RIGHT
Combined overtime in the Boardman police and fire departments totals $493,487 — $219,163 in police
Canfield Twp. will accept bids on windmill with solar panels
CANFIELD — The township wants to “go green” in a big way to help reduce energy and save money.
Limbaugh already down one vote in bid
Limbaugh was forced to resign from an ESPN show in 2003. BOSTON (AP) — Rush Limbaugh’s bid to buy
Poland blanks Canfield, 2-0
POLAND — Charles Lamping and Matt Mrozek each scored one goal and Taylor Malaniak had an assist to
Ship built with steel from trade center sets sail for NY
AVONDALE, La. (AP) — A Navy assault ship built with tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade
POLAND AND BOARDMAN TOWNSHIPS
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND Oct. 7
First-grader gets a break
BEAR, Del. (AP) — A Delaware first-grader who faced a lengthy punishment for bringing his favorite
California storm prompts concerns over mudslides
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Residents across California braced for possible flash floods and mudslides
Nearly half of adult H1N1 patients have no underlying health condition
ATLANTA (AP) — The largest U.S. analysis of hospitalized adult H1N1 patients has found almost half
Homeless man, 55, charged in rape of Campbell teen on way to school
The girl was abducted a few streets away from her home. CAMPBELL — A 15-year-old girl walking
Supreme Court ponders reinstating death penalty
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court seemed receptive Tuesday to reinstating the death sentence of a
Bengals living on the edge, sitting in first place
“I honestly feel it’s been a good thing that we’ve had these close games.” Roy Williams Bengals
INJURY CONCERNS
Long term dangers worry the Steelers PITTSBURGH (AP) — Hines Ward’s game is partly defined by his
College students test Kindle e-reading device in experiment to find both its pros and cons
SEATTLE (AP) — It’s an experiment that has made back-to-school a little easier on the back:
Spectacular snack calls for simple ingredients
Top chefs worldwide know the key to making something fabulous in the kitchen: Keep it simple and
Have a ball for National Popcorn Poppin’ Month
October is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month, a time to celebrate the granddaddy of all snack foods.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Newton Falls school board, 6:30 p.m., board room, junior-senior high school,
Teaming texture with flavor
The fall season creeps in with subtle changes—a swirl of leaves, a shift in temperature, and the
POLAND | School board
Four candidates are running for two board of education seats. An (*) denotes the incumbent. FRANK
Thick-skinned fruit has a flavor tough to beat
WINTER SQUASH BY NATALIE LARICCIA Cooler weather and changing colors bring a bounty of
Surplus food
Surplus food Bethel Church of God in Christ, 3147 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
Maurice Sendak, ever-untamed, sees ‘Wild Things’ adapted
NEW YORK — About the hoopla surrounding the film adaptation of “Where the Wild Things Are,” Maurice
Hospitals worry about shortage of face masks
CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio hospitals want state and federal officials to ease a recommendation that
Underwood will host holiday special on Fox
Underwood will host holiday special on Fox NEW YORK — The Fox network says Carrie Underwood will
North-South vulnerable. North deals.
North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xJ 5 4 u10 7 2 vQ 9 5 3 w7 5 4 WEST EAST
Aaron Smith has shoulder ailment
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith has a right shoulder injury that
Kick up the fun on your favorite comfort foods
When the temperature drops, it’s natural for thoughts — and cravings — to turn toward soothing and
Yankees may opt for 3-man rotation
NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees might go with a three-man rotation against the Los Angeles Angels in the
Eight selected for induction Oct. 31
The Youngstown State Athletic Department is accepting reservations for the athletics hall of fame
Turn up the heat with fiery flavors
Chilly temperatures call for chili spices. There’s no quicker way to heat up your body than with the
Shoplifter assaults mall security officer
NILES — A security officer for the Eastwood Mall reported that a woman shoplifter assaulted him or
Biometrics to the rescue
Biometrics to the rescue Dallas Morning News: Most of us reading about terrorist wannabe Hosam
Absentee-ballot discrepancies probed
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Hamilton County prosecutor has begun an investigation into discrepancies with
Forget Afghanistan, let’s nation-build at home
Opinion: EAST OTIS, Mass. — The assessment of the war in Afghanistan from the top US general there is grim.
Uncertain numbers bother officials
Township trustees have grown frustrated over getting information from the fiscal officer.
Indians keep manager search a secret
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians are working the phones to find their next manager. General
Sources: General warns of perils of Afghan corruption
Sources: General warns of perils of Afghan corruption WASHINGTON — Rampant government corruption
Director fields questions on city’s comeback bid
An international newspaper calls the city ‘a young town again.’ YOUNGSTOWN — An international
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gebil Gebremedhin, 30, of 27 Koningin Emma Laan, Delft,
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 14, the 287th day of 2009. There are 78 days left in the year. On this date
Health reform clears hurdle Maine Republican joins 14 Dems in supporting bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Fully bipartisan it isn’t. But at long last, White House-backed health-care
Nobel jurors defend Obama peace prize
OSLO (AP) — One judge noted with surprise that President Barack Obama “didn’t look particularly
Michael Jackson earns American Music Awards nods
NEW YORK (AP) — Michael Jackson has a chance to win artist of the year posthumously at the American
Freeman helps friend in Miss. governor’s race
CLARKSDALE, Miss. (AP) — Academy-Award winner Morgan Freeman says Mississippi is “starving” for the
Other plants prepare for Cruze launch
Lordstown isn’t the only place that is preparing for the launch of the Chevrolet Cruze. General
What to watch
“The Middle” (8:30 p.m., ABC): On “The Middle,” Frankie and Mike see their plans for a romantic
In Poland Township, Lidle and Naples
Editorial: In Poland Township, Lidle and Naples It’s not quite as easy to oversee Poland Township these days
AUTO INDUSTRY
UAW, Ford OK tentative deal on contract DETROIT (AP) — Union leaders from Ford’s factories voted
Weis: Notre Dame can beat USC
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — “We believe” was written in chalk Tuesday on the walkway leading up to the
Robbery attempt
Robbery attempt YOUNGSTOWN — A Brownlee Woods resident told police he was ambushed outside his
Candlelight vigil to remember miscarried and stillborn babies
CANFIELD — Sherri Horvat realized her worst nightmare this past April. During a routine prenatal
Columbiana schools treasurer says there’s no housing slump in district
Deficit projections are likely to change, the treasurer says. COLUMBIANA — Columbiana
Peace prize no favor to harried Obama
Opinion: The Norwegian Nobel committee has done President Obama no favor by awarding him the 2009 Peace
U.S. forward Davies is ‘serious’ after accident
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — U.S. national team forward Charlie Davies had several broken bones and a
Jets coach is angry, humbled by defeat
NEW YORK (AP) — Rex Ryan arrived back at the New York Jets facility early Tuesday morning and never
college roundup News and notes
Nebraska: An offense that came out flat in its two biggest games had better improve if the
LA fans dream of Freeway World Series
The Dodgers and Angels have tough opponents, though, in the NLCS. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ssshhhh,
PREP VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s matches
Hubbard 25-25-25, Lakeview 14-17-19 HUBBARD — Marcy Angelo had 40 assists, 12 points and two
National union president arrested in Avon, Ohio
WASHINGTON (AP) — The president of a national railroad employees union was arrested at his Ohio home
Program affected 13,144 Ohio jobs
COLUMBUS (AP) — The federal economic stimulus package has saved or created more than 13,000 jobs in
Murder trial reset after jury deadlocks
The jurors, seven women and five men, deliberated for 12 hours over two days. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Support the president’s plan
Opinion: Support the president’s plan EDITOR: As a registered nurse I have been a long-time and assertive
REGION
REGION Stoneridge acquires 51% of electrical-system supplier HOWLAND — Stoneridge said Tuesday
P&G’s new CEO: Boost customers
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Procter & Gamble Co.’s new CEO wants to fire up growth by adding a billion new
Fire on Warren Post Office roof doesn’t stop delivery of mail
Fire on Warren Post Office roof doesn’t stop delivery of mail STAFF REPORT WARREN — A Monday
Officer back in Canfield Schools
CANFIELD — Patrolman Paul Lasky could be back at his post inside the Canfield School District before
Thread or floss can cut cheesecake
Dear Heloise: Can you tell me some way to cut a cheesecake without it sticking to the knife? I’ve
GM criticized for plan to raise US production
DETROIT — The new General Motors Co. is showing some old GM traits, according to industry analysts
Obama must go for knockout in Afghanistan
Opinion: WASHINGTON — There are many reasons for hunkering down in Afghanistan and adopting a tougher
Outcome of school-board election in Poland will center on hiring
POLAND — The athletic director hire that became a lightning rod for public discussion in Poland is
This marriage has one too many
Dear Annie: I have been married to “Kristina” for 14 years, and we have a beautiful 7-year-old
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Health Center Linda Martin and Erik J.E. Linebaugh, Boardman, boy, Sept. 22. David
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