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Traficant: 50-50 chance he’ll run again for Congress
The ex-congressman says, ‘I’m going to say what I think is right.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Ex-U.S. Rep.
Cincinnati Zoo cheetah sets speed record
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Zoo says one of its cheetahs has become the speediest land mammal
Pittsburgh International Airport security shut down due to grenade
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh International Airport briefly closed its security checkpoints and an
Ohio worker dies after inhaling deadly gas
ANTRIM, Ohio (AP) — A fire official says one man died and four others were sent to hospitals after a
Pentagon: 2 Ohio soldiers killed in Iraq
COLUMBUS (AP) — The military says two soldiers from Ohio were killed in Iraq when their vehicle was
Ohio man convicted for 29 charges in child-sex case
MARIETTA, Ohio (AP) — A jury has found a southeast Ohio man guilty of 29 charges, including rape,
New execution date set for Ohio killer
COLUMBUS (AP) — A prosecutor has requested a new execution date for a condemned killer who stabbed a
President will visit Lordstown GM on Tuesday, White House confirms
LORDSTOWN — A White House official confirmed Thursday evening that President Barack Obama will be
Accident on I-80 in Hubbard slows traffic; find a detour route
HUBBARD — Traffic is down to two lanes on eastbound Interstate 80 tonight after a 200,000-pound load
Struthers man injured running from Campbell cops
CAMPBELL — A man was injured when he fell over an embankment while running from police, a police
Repaving portion of South Avenue in Boardman starts Monday
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County commissioners have awarded an $896,371 contract to Shelly Co. of
Honda to make crossover vehicle at its Ohio plant
EAST LIBERTY, Ohio (AP) — The Honda Motor Co. says a plant in western Ohio will be the production
Kids’ Tailgate Fun days at YSU begins Saturday
YOUNGSTOWN — Kids tailgating, fireworks and much more are planned during this year’s five home
Urban League dinner rescheduled to Oct. 22
NILES — Challenges associated with running for the U.S. Senate seat once held by President Barack
Bridge of Hope church hosts food distribution in October
BOARDMAN — Bridge of Hope Assembly of God, 7580 Glenwood Ave., is hosting Great Food for All
City OKs $242,000 to begin cleanup at V&M expansion site
City OKs $242,000 to begin cleanup at V&M expansion site
Construction on new Kaluza home to start by Oct. 1
YOUNGSTOWN — Joe Kaluza will be getting his new home much sooner than he anticipated. Thanks to
Trade, jobless claims figures show recession fades
Trade, jobless claims figures show recession fades
Boardman police make arrest after raid at Leighton Avenue home
Boardman police make arrest after raid at Leighton Avenue home
Here are correct Ohio Classic Lotto numbers
The correct winning numbers for the Ohio Classic Lotto drawing of Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009, are: 4,
Sign up NOW for a town hall health care forum with Tim Ryan
YOUNGSTOWN — WFMJ Channel 21 and The Vindicator are working with U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan to air a live
New jobless claims fall more than expected to 550K
New jobless claims fall more than expected to 550K
Some Mill Creek Park roads will be closed Saturday morning
YOUNGSTOWN — Because of the annual YMCA Community Cup, the following roads in Mill Creek MetroParks
5,000 flock to Youngstown hiring expo
5,000 flock to Youngstown hiring expo By DON SHILLING YOUNGSTOWN — So much hope walked into
Traficant will reappear on national TV tonight, attend Valley TEA party
YOUNGSTOWN — James A. Traficant Jr.’s return to national television was moved up to today. The
Nuno steps up, leads Scrappers to sweep
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE PLAYOFFS Mahoning Valley beat Brooklyn 3-1 and will open the league
Losing at the gate, on the field took toll
Thunder co-owner Jon Saadey said a winning season would have helped, but the poor economic climate
Boardman fire chief: Station closures justified
The closings will not affect the main fire station on U.S. Route 224 across from the mall, the chief
Detention hearings begin over Harding High melee
An internal probe of the fight is being conducted. WARREN — Eight juveniles face misdemeanor
Penguins happy to be back at home
Youngstown State has only five games at Stambaugh Stadium this season. By PETE MOLLICA
Obama will visit GM plant in Lordstown, report says
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama plans to make a speech at General Motors assembly plant in
New $91.5M Meander bridges to open over I-80 next week
AUSTINTOWN — The Interstate 80 twin bridges over Meander Reservoir are scheduled to open for traffic
Ex-JFS director to face charge
If guilty of the violation, the former director would have a felony criminal record. WARREN —
STAYING THE COURSE
Despite rough times, Stambaugh remains in play The city golf course lost $100,000 last year and is
Eastern Gateway gets set for grand-opening event
The Valley Center, the college’s headquarters, is at 50 Gypsy Lane. YOUNGSTOWN — Gov. Ted
Pavlik ‘upbeat,’ is ready to train
Signs of a lingering staph infection on his left hand are no longer visible, but he’ll continue to
Health care, Obama focus of Valley group
The president called for quick action on health-care reform legislation. BOARDMAN — Penny
Steelers open against team that routed them in December
Tennessee manhandled Pittsburgh, 31-14, but faltered in the playoffs. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Coalition yard sale
Coalition yard sale YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th Ward Citizens Coalition is having a yard sale from 9 a.m.
Poizner learns his way in San Jose
Opinion: SAN DIEGO — Becoming governor next year will be a daunting challenge for California’s Republican
Deadbeat nephew irks concerned aunt
Dear Annie: My nephew “Ken” is 29 years old, a high-school graduate and still lives at home with his
BROADWAY FALL PREVIEW
New plays outnumber revivals By MICHAEL KUCHWARA NEW YORK — A funny thing happened on the way
SSLqThe Elephant ManSSRq
The production of Bernard Pomerance’s 1979 play “The Elephant Man” that opens at the Victorian
Cronkite eulogized for dedication, friendliness
NEW YORK (AP) — By all accounts, Walter Cronkite would have loved the war stories swapped and
Paisley leads with 6 CMA nominations
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Brad Paisley leads Country Music Association Award nominees with six nods
DOCTORS’ TAKE
DOCTORS’ TAKE Two local physicians, Drs. Thomas S. Boniface and Gary R. Gibson, share their
Obama stresses compromise, not conflict
WASHINGTON (AP) — Barack Obama faces the same obstacles that plagued former President Bill Clinton
Girard, Youngstown near tax deal on V&M project, law director says
The Girard official expects an agreement to be worked out within two weeks. GIRARD — Law
Facing new charges
Facing new charges WARREN — A city man sentenced Aug. 31 to one year in prison for possessing a
County jail gets grant for services
YOUNGSTOWN — An infusion of money from the federal government may reduce the population in the
Court upholds convictions of 2 in homicides
YOUNGSTOWN — Convictions of two homicide defendants that occurred before Mahoning County Common
Plaque in Capitol pays tribute to Flight 93 passengers, crew
WASHINGTON (AP) — It was a day of thank-yous and thoughts of what could’ve been, as family members
9/11 planner’s photos used to inspire attacks
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The first photographs of the self-proclaimed 9/11 mastermind at
Wick Park gears up for ‘green’ festival
The festival will feature entertainment, healthy food, a farmer’s market and more. YOUNGSTOWN —
Teen’s Open run ends with defeat in quarterfinals
NEW YORK (AP) — Melanie Oudin’s magical U.S. Open is over. Even the comeback kid couldn’t overturn
License plates makeover ill-advised in a recession
Editorial: In politics, perception is reality — especially when it comes to the expenditure of taxpayer dollars
“Vampire Diaries” (8 p.m., The CW): Love sucks. That’s the basic message behind
“Vampire Diaries” (8 p.m., The CW): Love sucks. That’s the basic message behind “Vampire Diaries,” a
Springsteen, Brubeck, De Niro, Brooks, Bumbry to be honored by Kennedy Center
WASHINGTON — Start spinning “Born in the U.S.A.” The Kennedy Center unfolded its 2009 roster of five
Band schedule
The second annual Pabstolutely Festival will be Saturday, from noon to 1 a.m., at The Royal Oaks Bar
Can you hear them now? Host Echo hits the road
These are important times for Buffalo, N.Y.-based band Host Echo. Not only is the act about to
Nation and world digest
Glaxo’s Cervarix likely to compete with Gardasil WASHINGTON — Drugmaker Merck likely will face
HUBBARD, LIBERTY AND GIRARD POLICE CALLS
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Sept. 4
49ers moving on as Crabtree holds out
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Michael Crabtree is all but forgotten around the San Francisco 49ers
Public wants to know how long the war in Afghanistan will last
WASHINGTON (AP) — As President Barack Obama weighs thrusting America deeper into the conflict in
Hometown players fill voids at linebacker for No. 7 -ranked Penn St.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Being from Happy Valley, with a father and uncles who played football at
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Eric Riddle, 25, of 13894 Duck Creek Road, Salem, and Shelly
MOVIE LISTINGS
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Stores adjust to thriftier consumers
NEW YORK (AP) — The Great Recession and Americans’ retreat into thriftiness are teaching retailers a
The Columbiana Street Fair opens at 5 p.m. and runs through Saturday on Main Street, which will be
The Columbiana Street Fair opens at 5 p.m. and runs through Saturday on Main Street, which will be
1950 documentary ‘Columbiana’ on screen
1950 documentary ‘Columbiana’ on screen COLUMBIANA — The Fairfield Township Ruritan Club, the
Wish You Were Here keeps Floyd music alive
Ticking away the moments that make up a dull day is something fans of Pink Floyd find themselves
the contestants ‘Amazing Race’
A look at the 24 contestants competing in the 15th season of CBS’ “The Amazing Race.” Team 1:
Urban League to mark anniversary at dinner
The Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban League will meet for the organizations’ 79th anniversary dinner
Danza begins teaching
Danza begins teaching PHILADELPHIA — Class is officially in session for Tony Danza in
Businesses unprepared for flu
BOSTON (AP) — Many American businesses are unprepared to deal with widespread employee absenteeism
Recession is ending, Federal Reserve reports
WASHINGTON (AP) — Economic activity is stabilizing or improving in the vast majority of the country,
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
RATES
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All
Why must Israel make all the sacrifices?
Opinion: HBO showed the film “Schindler’s List” last week. The 1993 Steven Spielberg movie never ceases to
When it comes to health care, relationships do matter.
Opinion: When it comes to health care, relationships do matter. By THOMAS S. BONIFACE In the debate on
Hidden in plain sight
Los Angeles Times: The tragic case of Jaycee Lee Dugard, abducted at the age of 11 and allegedly
Will Syria strengthen ties with West?
Opinion: DAMASCUS, Syria — There are signs, still faint but visible, that the strong ties between Syria and
Two physicians share views of challenges facing medical profession
Opinion: Reform driven by citizens, not lobbyists, would produce a better, less expensive system. By
Meet the teams on new season of ‘Amazing Race’
LOS ANGELES — One team will have a leg up on the competition in the upcoming season of “The Amazing
AUDITIONS || Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “South Pacific.” Spotlight Players, East Palestine Community Theater (formerly The
The Pinheads: Caty Sacui, Crystal Neimi (top left), John Pecano (face covered) as the Elephant Man
The Pinheads: Caty Sacui, Crystal Neimi (top left), John Pecano (face covered) as the Elephant Man
Robert Cray catching up with the times
NEW YORK — Though music has taken a digital turn, Robert Cray didn’t recently get his first computer
LudmillaSSRqs big time to shine
Ludmilla has finally made it to the stage. The Russian woman is really just a character created
LAW releases greatest hits
YOUNGSTOWN — LAW, one of the most popular bands to emerge from Youngstown’s prolific 1970s rock
Demons, Darwin, Damon at Toronto film festival
TORONTO (AP) — The cinema smorgasbord of the Toronto International Film Festival has something for
THE NOMINEES \ CMA Awards
The final nominees for the 2009 CMA Awards are: ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR Kenny Chesney Brad
LOOKING AHEAD Broadway plays, musicals
Plays and musicals scheduled to open on Broadway before Dec. 31: PLAYS “A Steady Rain,” Sept.
Pabstolutely festival returns to Royal Oaks
YOUNGSTOWN — BJ O’Malley moved to Nashville last year with a goal of making a great record. Armed
Post-show discussion
Post-show discussion YOUNGSTOWN — Audience members who attend Saturday’s performance of “The
Jobs announces updates to iTunes and iPhone
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs returned to his showman role Wednesday, taking the
Beatlemania is back as remastered CDs hit shelves
LONDON (AP) — The Beatles are back, sounding better than ever, and Britain is embracing them one
More local news
REGION Workers to transfer at GM Lordstown LORDSTOWN — About 200 union workers at the Lordstown
Archway Coconut Macaroon cookies are back on the grocers’ shelves
Q. Archway Macaroons are back! Just wanted to let you know, so you can inform your readers. I found
Quinn to start at QB for Browns
BEREA — Brady Quinn beat out Derek Anderson for the Browns’ starting quarterback job and will start
Study: Health plan would add $1T to deficit
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives’ major health-care overhaul plan would virtually pay for
Roethlisberger’s attorney rejects settlement offer
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — The attorney for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Sept. 10, the 253rd day of 2009. There are 112 days left in the year. On this
Projection: County take from real-estate taxes tops ’07, ’08
Tax-lien sales and foreclosures are the last resort, an official says. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning
Carlos Zambrano and Cubs finish off sweep of Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Carlos Zambrano ran into few problems against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Trying to
Tribe pummeled again by Texas, 10-0; Carmona, Perez are shelled
CLEVELAND — What begins bad, ends bad where the Indians and Rangers are concerned. When the
Majority of Americans dislike Obama’s health-care proposal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Public disapproval of President Barack Obama’s handling of health care has leaped
Elections board: Layshock won’t be a write-in on November ballot
WARREN — The Trumbull County Board of Elections has ruled that Pat Layshock will not be a write-in
Buckeyes’ defense must stop run, pressure QB
COLUMBUS (AP) — To win this time around, Ohio State wants USC freshman Matt Barkley to spend some
Times reporter rescued
KABUL (AP) — British commandos freed a New York Times reporter in a raid early Wednesday on a
Youngstown man jailed in assault of his father
WARREN — A Youngstown man is in Trumbull County Jail in lieu of $20,000 bond accused of slamming his
Ohio senator blasts cost of stimulus signs
CLEVELAND (AP) — A state lawmaker from northeastern Ohio is complaining about signs that let passing
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Wednesday night: Pick 3, 9-7-9 Pick 4, 8-0-0-8 Rolling Cash 5, 1-6
Patrol probes crash that killed 2
YOUNGSTOWN — The Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is still trying to determine how two
Heather Smith and Brian Vail set wedding date
The engagement of Heather Diane Smith, 122 S. Marcia Drive, Austintown, and Brian Michael Vail, 4984
Miss Stillwagon, Mr. Brown plan to wed this fall
The engagement of Rebekah Stillwagon and Steven Brown is being announced by their parents, Dolores
Turkey records heaviest rain in 80 years
ISTANBUL (AP) — The heaviest rainfall in at least eight decades sent flash floods barreling across a
Advice on cloth diaper duty
Dear Heloise: I’m using cloth diapers to help save money. Do you have any hints for cleaning them?
Trumbull Co. jail employee fired
WARREN — A probationary employee at the Trumbull County jail has been fired for possible improper
Weathersfield seeks bids for property demolition
MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township trustees will seek bids to demolish six residential
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS Obama’s plan Here are the key points of the health care plan that President Barack
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Health Center Hollie DeFrank, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 8. Andrew and Kerri Kornbau,
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