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Trumbull County makes sewer improvements
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners have given the go-ahead for a sewer project in the Bolindale
Rotary is collecting ‘Pennies for Polio’
Rotary is collecting ‘Pennies for Polio’ WARREN — The Rotary Club of Warren hopes to raise more
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS WEDNESDAY • Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick
Forum gets green light to hire new CEO
The health-care system’s rising administrative costs concern its unsecured creditors.
Boardman’s General Extrusions auctions equipment to pay loans
BOARDMAN — General Extrusions auctioned much of its fabricating and finishing equipment Tuesday,
HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENTS Mooney advances
Cardinals pull away in 2nd half Mooney will play Poland in the Division II district final on
Group to serve students, alumni
The board recognized four people who aided a fourth-grader attacked by a dog. YOUNGSTOWN —
Hot Ohio casino issue sparks surge in early Valley voting
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley election officials said they expected an increase in the number of
S. Dakota State has top defense
The Jackrabbits lead the Missouri Valley Conference in rushing defense, total defense and scoring
Sculptor turn scrap into metal flowers
The crafts were part of an exercise to show the area’s steel culture. YOUNGSTOWN — Though most
Storkel’s goal leads Poland over W. Branch in OT
POLAND — Ryan Storkel’s second goal of the game with 6:56 remaining in the second overtime period
YNDC hires former banker as new executive director
The organization ‘could not have selected a more committed, qualified and capable individual,’ the
Severance package OK’d; then chief quit
The former director will also receive full health benefits until October 2010. CANFIELD — A
Canfield’s ‘filthy’ house
Brian and Betsy Spin, above, were arrested on child endangering and animal cruelty charges after Canfield police found two bug-bitten young children and nine dying animals in their home. The rugs were so full of feces and urine, one officer commented: "It was like walking in two inches of maple syrup."
Boardman in district title match
STOW — Boardman High’s volleyball team advanced to the Division I district championship game Tuesday
Boardman man jailed in robbery
Boardman man charged in robbery STAFF REPORT AUSTINTOWN — One man was arrested in the robbery of
Resolution backs pension fight
BOARDMAN — Mahoning County commissioners have passed a resolution seeking to amend a plan to
Casinos are magnets for crime and misfortune
Opinion: Casinos are magnets for crime and misfortune EDITOR: I am shocked at the fact that so many
Poland voters to decide on opt-out plans
POLAND — Village officials have placed two similar ballot issues on the November ballot, seeking
FLU VACCINE Clinic sites
The Vindicator will publish a daily listing of flu-vaccine clinic sites in the Mahoning and Shenango
METRO DIGEST
High-speed rail YOUNGSTOWN — All Aboard Ohio and the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will host
8 arrested on arson charges
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — New Castle Police have arrested eight people, including two juveniles, accused of
Mike Ditka calls for more action on head injuries
CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Ditka has a message for the NFL and Congressional leaders: More action, not
Gun-repair shop sparks controversy
CAMPBELL — The city police’s union is objecting to a zone change for a new gun-repair shop.
To vote or not to vote for Issue 3 — it can be confusing
Opinion: To vote or not to vote for Issue 3 — it can be confusing EDITOR: The anti issue three people
Xavier, Pitt game tickets available
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State Athletic Department Ticket office has a limited number of tickets
Ex-Indians are X-factor in World Series
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians didn’t prepare to play in the World Series this week. They
After reporting loss, First Place won’t be paying dividend
WARREN — First Place Financial Corp. is not paying a quarterly dividend after reporting a $5.9
Local playwright pens allegory about fear
YOUNGSTOWN — “De Temor,” a one-act play written by Brandon Martin of Youngstown, will premiere at
Energy project still possible
Work is still under way for a plant to turn coal into a liquid fuel. WELLSVILLE — When — or
Volleyball team hosts Green Bay, Milwaukee
The Youngstown State volleyball team returns home for the first time in three weeks to host Green
Chrysler dealers are left wondering
DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler has been sending its dealers back to class, reminding them about the
Holiday trimmings will include gift lists
CHICAGO (AP) — The housing market and stocks may be looking up, but Americans just can’t shake their
Lotze’s goal leads S. Range
GIRARD — Sometimes a player being in the right place at the right time on the soccer field can mean
Business Digest
NATION Long-haul truckers’ rule will be reconsidered WASHINGTON — The Obama administration has
TUESDAY drawings
TUESDAY drawings multistate Mega Millions, 7-13-37-46-51 Mega Ball, 2 OHIO Tuesday night:
YSU soccer heading in right direction
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State soccer team concluded the 2009 season under first-year head coach Will
October deadliest month for US in Afghan war
KABUL (AP) — Roadside bombs — the biggest killer of U.S. soldiers — claimed eight more American
The Bloomberg sting
The Bloomberg sting The Columbus Dispatch: An undercover operation launched by New York City Mayor
Asian autos still considered the most reliable
DETROIT (AP) — Asian automakers are still building the most reliable cars and trucks, with eight of
FAA revokes licenses of 2 pilots
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday revoked the licenses of the two
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2009. There are 64 days left in the year. On this date
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Oct. 23 Burglary:
Getting It Right
The Greenstar North America recycling materials recovery facility will be built along the south side
Wannabe terrorists must be targeted
Opinion: Claiming to be a supporter of al-Qaida isn’t a crime in this country. Neither is it a crime for
No, no, no, no, no, no, no
Opinion: No, no, no, no, no, no, no EDITOR: I am urging a no vote on Issue 3. Why? If the issue passes,
Mill Creek’s $100,000 buyout is an unexplained travesty
Editorial: Mill Creek’s $100,000 buyout is an unexplained travesty What were they thinking? The they in
COOKIE EXCHANGE Do-it-yourself fun
Plan: Send out invitations that include the theme (Halloween, a college care package cookie
NEWSMAKERS || Microsoft pulls out as sponsor for variety special
Microsoft pulls out as sponsor for variety special NEW YORK — Microsoft says it’s pulling out as
TAKE PUMPKIN BEYOND THE PIE
Pumpkins aren’t just an icon of Halloween. They also are a sign of healthy eats. Like carrots,
Witches’ Knuckles are great finger foods
With the creepiest night of the year just three days away, it’s time to get busy. “Ghoulish
H1N1 flu-vaccine supply improves, CDC officials say
ATLANTA (AP) — More than 22 million doses of swine flu vaccine are available now, and most Americans
Auto reliability | Top and bottom
Consumer Reports surveyed subscribers who own or lease 1.4 million vehicles to come up with its
Troops already outnumber Taliban 12-1 in Afghanistan
BRUSSELS (AP) — There are already more than 100,000 international troops in Afghanistan working with
Kitchen fire damages home in Sharon, Pa.
SHARON, PA. — City firefighters said a kitchen fire did extensive damage to a house at 422 Malleable
TRICK OR TREAT WITH COOKIES
Give a cookie, get a cookie for a Halloween celebration. Santa has always had a monopoly on
‘Michael Jackson: This Is It’ opens worldwide
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Jackson fans around the world readied for the singer’s last bow Tuesday
Penn State ready for last month, starting with Northwestern
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State defensive tackle Ollie Ogbu didn’t know what to do after coach
Apple cake is easy to make with kids
In honor of fall’s official arrival, it’s time to put together a list of ways to enjoy autumn with
BEST BETS on TV tonight
“America’s Next Top Model” (8 p.m., The CW): On “America’s Next Top Model,” Tyra sends the girls off
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Hubbard school board, 7 p.m., board room, 150 Hall Ave. Work session, 4 p.m.
QB, RB changes haven’t paid off for the Bears
CLEVELAND — Chicago Bears fans thought all their team needed was a blue-chip quarterback to return
2009 WORLD SERIES A-Rod, Howard add luster
For the first time in 20 years, former home run champions are in the Fall Classic. NEW YORK (AP) —
Celtics prevail by 6 in opener
LeBron James had 38 points and eight assists to lead Cleveland. CLEVELAND — The new-look
Sarah Palin gets $1.2M retainer for her memoir
Sarah Palin gets $1.2M retainer for her memoir memoirmemoirgue’ ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Former
‘Paranormal Activity’ yields supernatural profit
He shot it in seven days, on a budget measured not in millions but in thousands, and wound up
Stupid deed puts educator in bind
Dear Annie: I am a good person. I always try to do the right thing. But I did something stupid, and
Freezing yeast is not advised
Dear Heloise: Can you freeze yeast? Thanks so much. Pat K., via e-mail According to a leading
McDonald schools facing more than $1.3M in bills
McDONALD — The village school district has more than $1.3 million in unpaid bills. The bills will
OSU gets a break from Big Ten
COLUMBUS (AP) — Jim Tressel doesn’t want to hear how Ohio State is favored by 40 points over New
Town rattled by rape, beating of teen girl on school grounds
RICHMOND, Calif. (AP) — The gang rape and beating of a 15-year-old girl on school grounds after her
Sondheim remains esteemed
SEATTLE — Stephen Sondheim does not give many interviews. Why should he? Now 79, Sondheim long ago
Mahoning County Court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Shawn L. Frederick II, 36, of 3615 High Meadow Road, Canfield,
State may raid casino funds, some predict
COLUMBUS (AP) — A ballot proposal to build casinos in four Ohio cities seems to be clear: a ’yes’
GOP’s campaign against Obama appointee sleazy
Opinion: President Obama and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan have shown leadership by not giving in to
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