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YSU falls to Pittsburgh, 38-3
PITTSBURGH — Once again, Youngstown State football team found out there is still a pretty good
Authorities find body of missing Pa. 4-year-old
HOOKSTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in western Pennsylvania say the body of a missing 4-year-old boy
Society digest
Summer reading program turns up winners NEWTON FALLS — During the summer reading program, adult
KELLY EVANS | CHRIS LEVANDOWSKI
KELLY EVANS CHRIS LEVANDOWSKI YOUNGSTOWN — St. Columba Cathedral was the setting at 2 p.m. June 27
MARY FLOOD | TY DORNEY
MARY FLOOD TY DORNEY STRUTHERS — Ty Dorney, 115 N. Richview, and his bride, the former Mary Flood,
Miss Basch to wed Mr. Di Rocco II in late October
OLMSTED TOWNSHIP — Norm and Sheila Basch of Olmsted Township are announcing the engagement and
Tate-Pritchard engagement is being announced
YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Sarah Nichole Tate and DaWaylon Steven Pritchard Sr., both of
Garland-Riynock October wedding to be in pavilion
MINERAL RIDGE — Kelli Garland and Michael Riynock, both of Mineral Ridge, are announcing their
Missing boy, 4, with heart defect sought in western, Pa.
HOOKSTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in western Pennsylvania are searching for a missing 4-year-old boy
Antioch College turned over to alumni group
YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio (AP) — Antioch University has turned over Antioch College in Ohio to an alumni
Mooney makes early statement in Division III
The Cardinals were too tough for state power Columbus DeSales, powering their way to a 21-14
Family of boy critically injured by line-drive foul lauds response
‘One second we didn’t look ... one pitch we didn’t look,’ the boy’s mother said. AKRON —
Traficant attracts sell-out to dinner
The former congressman may show up at the appreciation dinner Sunday, organizers say.
Charles in charge: Senior QB helps Girard roll
Junior WR Landon Smith caught three TD passes as the Indians beat Struthers 43-0. By JIM FLICK
Hubbard gets team effort
Matt Shelton threw three TD passes for Hubbard in a 35-14 win over Warren JFK. By JOHN BASSETTI
Miscues by Youngstown delay start of layoffs for 5 workers
YOUNGSTOWN — Eighteen city workers were supposed to be off the payroll by now in a move to reduce
Scrappers win 7-5, tie franchise mark with 48th victory
NILES — Jesus Brito hit a run-scoring triple to break a tie and Ben Carlson’s sacrifice fly added an
Fire station closings resume in Boardman despite levy OK
BOARDMAN — Last November, all three township fire stations reopened after voters approved a police
Rabies program to begin Sunday
Sanitarians from the city and county health districts will participate in the baiting. COLUMBUS
2009 season dawns for YSU
The Penguins have a formidable task against Big East opponent Pittsburgh. YOUNGSTOWN — Today
Curbside recycling now offered in rural areas of Lawrence County
The recycling will be free for now thanks to a $100,000 state DEP grant. NEW CASTLE, Pa. —
Williams sisters in 4th round
Venus Williams improved to 28-1 over her last five major tournaments. NEW YORK (AP) — Finished
Resolving city schools dilemma
Opinion: The headline told the entire story: “Youngstown Schools Ranked Worst in State.” As I read the
Voinovich, Strickland at odds over handling of state budget
The former governor opposes the slot-machines plan to balance the state’s budget. COLUMBUS —
Seniors take stroll down midway memory lane
Mitzi Germanwich of Struthers enjoys the diverse varieties of dahlias with her daughter Mary Duch of California, formerly of Struthers. The women have flower gardens and enjoy the fair's burst of color every year.
Music fests in 2 cities go green
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A new music festival in New Orleans is pushing its environmental cred as much as
Stalker case transferred
Stalker case transferred SAVANNAH, Ga. — A Georgia judge has transferred the misdemeanor case of a
Canfield defenders lead 10-7 win over Can. South
CANFIELD — An opening kickoff touchdown plus a field goal on the final play of the first half were
LOCAL TOPICS ON TV Sunday programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21; rebroadcast on Time Warner Cable community access
Animal shelters need newspapers, Scouts learn
Dear Heloise: I was at Animal Care Services with my daughter yesterday. Her Girl Scout troop did its
WWII vet to search German cellars for his pilot’s wings
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Sixty-five years ago, 1st Lt. Bernerd Harding huddled in a cellar with a few
TOGETHER IN FAITH
Prince of Peace Lutheran began as mission church The church has a rich history of participation
Pitbull shows another side on new album
NEW YORK — Wonder why you always hear party jams such as “The Anthem” and “I Know What You Want Me
Church chosen for Blaski-Seikel autumn wedding
Announced by JoAnne Blaski, 771 Orlo Lane, Youngstown, and Gerald and Patricia Seikel, 2301 Willow
Judge keeps runaway Ohio teen in Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. — For now, Fathima Rifqa Bary is staying in Florida. That was just one of the
Wilderness act a success
Miami Herald: There are many symbols of America. The bald eagle. Uncle Sam. But none is more
Limits expected to drop for 401(k) contributions
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — You’ve probably heard it over and over again: Contribute up to the maximum
Union advises Delphi retirees to pick health insurance wisely
WARREN — Delphi Packard Electric retirees are being advised to be careful about agreeing to health-
Ramadan is a season of giving — time
Opinion: KUWAIT CITY — A friend in New York recently asked me what Ramadan was like. Borrowing a chapter from
Parents announce Mortimer-Kohl wedding plans
The engagement and upcoming marriage of Lynn A. Mortimer and Christopher R. Kohl, both of 8999
GO&DO || Things to see around the Valley
Today Dances Bob Turcola Polkas, 8 p.m. to midnight, Kuzman’s Bar, 1025 S. State St,, Girard;
Casino issue is a toss up in November
Opinion: COLUMBUS — In less than two months, all of you voters are going to have to decide on three statewide
Humanitarian crisis in Somalia troubling
Editorial: If the developed nations aren’t swayed by the extent of the human misery on display in northern
Years Ago
Years Ago Today is Saturday, Sept. 5, the 248th day of 2009. There are 117 days left in the year.
Court rules against Ashcroft in post-Sept. 11 detention policies
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A federal appeals court delivered a stinging rebuke Friday to the Bush
Delaware starts NFL-only betting after court upset
DOVER, Del. (AP) — Behind the shiny, granite bar in the new sports- book parlor at Dover Downs
Data show extent of labor-market situation
Data show extent of labor-market situation ASSOCIATED PRESS New unemployment data show why it
‘Gamer’ misses mark, shoots itself in the foot
When did Gerard Butler hire Jason Statham’s agent? When did the star of “300,” Friend of Guy
Curtain call for domino theory?
Opinion: News leaked recently that President Obama had called a group of historians to the White House a few
Ralph Stanley, Donna the Buffalo highlight concert for autism
GARRETTSVILLE — The National Autism Association — Northeast Ohio Chapter (NAA-NEO) will present its
SNAP establishes Web sites to help victims of abuse by clergy
A national self-help group network for victims of sexual abuse by clergy now has five Ohio Valley-
Christian marriage
Christian marriage VILLA MARIA, Pa. — Villa Maria Spirituality and Education Center, a ministry of
Jewish/Christian Studies announce programs
LIBERTY — Jewish/Christian Studies North and South have announced programs. The North program will
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Sydney J. Rolland, 39, of 7713 Buchanan Drive, Boardman, and
Atheists’ recruiting billboard draws ire
Over the past six months, atheists in a dozen states have launched advertising campaigns. MIAMI
Man pleads guilty in ’06 store robbery, murder
The trial for two additional men is set for Sept. 21. YOUNGSTOWN — One of three men charged in
Firefighters honored; murder case heats up
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Investigators worked round-the-clock Friday at a charred hillside as they sought
Man charged with killing 8
Man charged with killing 8 BRUNSWICK, Ga. — A man who told police, “My whole family’s dead!” in a
Mortgage giants depend on government for survival
WASHINGTON (AP) — A year after the near-collapse of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the mortgage giants
Jews who escaped Nazis as kids reunite with rescuer
LONDON (AP) — Elderly Holocaust survivors were reunited at a London railway station Friday with the
White House to release visitor logs to public
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama said Friday that his administration will start releasing
U.S. criticizes Israel on plans for settlements
WASHINGTON (AP) — Alarmed by Israeli plans to build new housing units in settlements and dimming
Nations urge G-20 to curb bonuses
LONDON (AP) — Top finance officials debated the next steps for the recovering global economy Friday,
Iran says U.S. nuke documents forged
VIENNA (AP) — Iran accused the U.S. on Friday of using “forged documents” and relying on subterfuge
NATO jet bombs fuel tankers; Afghans say at least 70 died
KUNDUZ, Afghanistan (AP) — A U.S. jet dropped 500-pound bombs on two tanker trucks hijacked by the
Web-monitoring software gathers data on kids’ chat
Parents who install a leading brand of software to monitor their kids’ online activities may be
Cookbook available
Cookbook available AUSTINTOWN — The second edition of “More Paw Prints” cookbook is being sold by
Girard Free Library schedules activities for kids in September
Girard Free Library announces its regularly Scheduled Story Times for September. For more
Salem Library offers options for children
SALEM — The Children’s Department at Salem Public Library is offering three options for programming
4 families to attend free
4 families to attend free CANFIELD — The Canfield Fair Board will treat four families to free
Herrick-Markle autumn wedding to be in Girard
GIRARD — Amanda June Herrick and Eric Joseph Markle, both of 139 Morris Ave., are announcing their
Business digest
REGION Fun Flavored Fudge sold at Browns stadium WARREN — Fun Flavored Fudge announced that its
Metro digest
Massive search under way for missing 4-year-old GEORGETOWN, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are
ANIMAL ATTRACTION
For Ridge girl, ponies are a family tradition By ELISE FRANCO CANFIELD — Though she’s only 7,
prince of peace \ Background and history
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2985 Center Road, Poland, is marking its 50th anniversary.
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” —
Cleaning blinds is open-and-shut case
Dear Heloise: We are a military family currently stationed in San Antonio and living in a home with
Niece’s poor academic skills appall aunt
Dear Annie: My 11-year-old niece, “Molly,” just spent a week with my kids and me. My sister and
Swine-flu guidelines issued to day-care providers in U.S.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Will you start seeing thermometers at day- care centers? The government is urging
Should she play hardball with ‘John’?
Dear Annie: I met “John” six months ago and truly love him. I moved four hours away from my friends,
Toothman’s arm helps Salem rally; Kopachy garners first win as coach
SALEM — Trent Toothman completed 19 of 23 passes for 310 yards and three TDs and also ran 10 times
New Philadelphia routs W. Branch
NEW PHILADELPHIA — Will McEwan rushed for 303 yards on 13 carries and scored three touchdowns as New
Three states still ban religious clothing for teachers
The laws are on the books in Oregon, Pennsylvania and Nebraska. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A law backed
Liberty strong in second half
LIBERTY — Even though Liberty outgained Niles 163-39 in the first half, the Leopards managed only a
Skydiving marathon
LEBANON, Ohio (AP) — A suburban Indianapolis firefighter has had a real up-and-down day — he has
Ballard, Marino lead Fitch over East
AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Fitch senior Sam Mariano has been catching passes from Jon Ballard since the
Zubick, Springfield run away with win
NEW MIDDLETOWN – Jim Zubick has never pieced together a 100-yard rushing game, yet alone a 200-yard
Columbiana dominates rival Leetonia, 21-7
LEETONIA — After his team worked overtime last week to pull out a one-point win over Steubenville
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
associations • NARFE (for active and retired federal employees) will have its first meeting after
Liberals plead with Obama for public option
WASHINGTON (AP) — House liberals pleaded with President Barack Obama on Friday to push for creation
Midway Memories
Seniors in 70s, 80s relive decades-oldSFlbfavorites at the 2009 exhibitionSFlb By ELISE FRANCO
Harding strong against Chaney
WARREN — Warren Harding High’s football team came out of last week’s deadlock against East Cleveland
Skiba’s 3 scores lead Mineral Ridge past LaBrae, 20-7
LEAVITTSBURG — Dan Skiba scored three touchdowns Friday to lead the Mineral Ridge High football team
Lakeview’s Elias powers 28-27 win over Campbell
CORTLAND — In the end, Lakeview High’s senior running back Te Elias was the difference — and then
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