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Seven new citizens sworn in
YOUNGSTOWN —— The following became U.S. citizens in a Thursday naturalization ceremony before Judge
Home improvement help available for low-income Struthers, Campbell folks
Struthers and Campbell have set public hearings on this year’s Community Housing Improvement Program
Mayor meets with HUD officials in D.C.
YOUNGSTOWN — The No. 2 official in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development met with
Warning to veterans: Prescription calls are scam
COLUMBUS — According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, veterans throughout the nation have
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ATHLETIC GROUPS SBlt The McDonald Sideliners will have their monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Sunday in
Society digest
YMTA will meet and hear recital CANFIELD — The first seasonal business meeting for the Youngstown
Cincinnati Zoo’s young cats go fishing
CINCINNATI (AP) — The newest cats on display at Cincinnati’s zoo are making a splash with their
Ohio State to unveil plans for larger medical center
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State University is ready to show off designs for a $1 billion expansion of the
Carrying the Torch: YCS's Brian Marrow
YCS’s Brian Morrow is the Valley’s only black head football coach. By JOE SCALZO Brian Marrow
Canfield police to crack down on traffic violations
Speed studies by Canfield police showed an increase in motorists and speeding during school months.
Campbell HOFers face off (as dads)
Mike Mangiarelli and Ted Liszka will watch their sons from opposing sidelines. HOWLAND — The
Enrollment continues free fall in Youngstown public schools
The city district has lost about 270 students since the 2008-09 school year ended in June.
Cross Country Spartan Invitational
When: Saturday Where: Boardman High School Time schedule: Division III races begin at 9 a.m.,
OSU’s rushing attack grounded
COLUMBUS (AP) — This would be enough to make Woody Hayes rip up some sideline markers. Maybe even
Some businesses in Valley bullish about recovery
Some are adding workers to meet increased demand. YOUNGS- TOWN — Some local businesses are
Up front on D, PSU starts with big Os
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Joe Paterno has always liked native New Yorkers, so he couldn’t resist a
Warren Relay ranks first
Warren’s cancer-benefit event raised the most money of any in the state. The American Cancer
Irish D looks forward to conventional offense
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Tired of spread offenses, Notre Dame’s defense couldn’t be happier to see
Nurse at Campbell school files lawsuit
A police report was filed last year, but no charges were brought. CAMPBELL — A nurse from
City seeks firefighters to accept buyout
YOUNGSTOWN — At least nine firefighters must take an early- retirement buyout from the city for it
Guns confiscated in Newton Falls
One of three young men arrested in the case has already been sentenced to six months in jail.
Bright spot on campus
The AT&T Tower on the campus of Youngstown State University now showcases a brightly lit YSU logo. The sign will light up the skyline around the university at night. The new lighted design was officially unveiled at a press conference Thursday night.
Yellow fever: YSU needs to cut down on penalties
In their first two games, the Penguins have had 19 penalties totaling 180 yards called against
Some on the right play the fear card
Opinion: Last week, the president delivered an education speech that fell somewhat short of the standard set
Last fall, after covering Fitch’s 49-12 win over East in Week 2, I asked then-senior Nick
Last fall, after covering Fitch’s 49-12 win over East in Week 2, I asked then-senior Nick Groat
Pittsburgh businesses near site of summit prepare for protests
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Barely a block from a parking lot where Pittsburgh will house protesters of the
NCAA football \ Thursday’s roundup
No. 20 Miami 33, No. 14 Georgia Tech 17 MIAMI — Miami quarterback Jacory Harris raised some
Obama pitches proposal at college
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — President Barack Obama called reinventing health care a “defining struggle
Yale murder suspect painted as ‘control freak’
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — As police charged a Yale animal-lab technician with murdering a graduate
ON THE AIR Football on TV and radio
3:30 p.m. (STO) “Ohio Kickoff Show.” 6:30 p.m. (WPIC-AM 790) Hickory at Slippery Rock. 6:30 p.m.
Mass. House OKs bill to allow interim senator
Mass. House OKs bill to allow interim senator BOSTON — The Massachusetts House of Representatives
Broncos’ Davis has soft spot for Browns
BEREA (AP) — Andra Davis never dreamed he would play anywhere but in Cleveland, the adopted pro
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Sept. 18, the 261st day of 2009. There are 104 days left in the year. The Jewish
Biden: U.S. will follow Iraq’s wishes on pullout
BAGHDAD (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden pledged Thursday to follow Iraq’s wishes should Baghdad
Would-be blockbusters
Industry rolling out biggest hitters fall cd releases By GREG KOT Fall is traditionally
Coach Q&A: Boardman's D.J. Ogilvie
You would think that the experience of coaching at a small school like United Local versus being the
Postal worker is shot while delivering mail
MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) — The U.S. Postal Service says a carrier has been shot and injured while
Traficant, Obama put Valley in spotlight
Opinion: The Mahoning Valley was in the national spotlight on two occasions this week. Ex-con and ex-U.S.
House votes to defund ACORN
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Thursday to deny all federal funds for ACORN in a GOP-led strike
20 lose jobs at agency for jobs
The JFS has lost $5 million in state and federal funding the last two years. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Obama honors soldier killed in Afghan battle
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Thursday praised a U.S. soldier who three times left
ALMA Awards (8 p.m., ABC): Eva Longoria Parker and George Lopez host the 2009 ALMA Awards, an annual
ALMA Awards (8 p.m., ABC): Eva Longoria Parker and George Lopez host the 2009 ALMA Awards, an annual
‘Meatballs’ is unexpected animated delight
This may be the funniest animated film of the year. “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” is
Kyle Busch hopes to finish strong
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Kyle Busch lost a stirring duel at Richmond for one of the final spots in Chase
Union: Forum not expecting to file reorganization plan
YOUNGSTOWN — Union leaders say Forum Health management told them Thursday that the hospital system’s
MCDD sponsors softball game
Everybody gets to be a ball player for at least one day a year. It might well have been the
Wilson was out of line
Opinion: Wilson was out of line EDITOR: The ignorance of Republicans is just appalling. When George Bush
Plan for missile shield scrapped
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama abruptly canceled a long-planned missile shield for Eastern
Ten plead innocent to drug charges after raid
Each is charged with a crime that could result in up to 10 years in prison. WARREN — Bond was
Disabled Americans left out of health care debate
Opinion: There is one huge constituency being left out of the health-care discussion: Americans with
GOP seeks Afghan war info; Gates urges patience
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican lawmakers turned up the pressure Thursday for more details on the war
NCAA committee begins search for Brand’s successor
Brand proved that a university president could effectively lead the association. INDIANAPOLIS (AP)
Chavez visits his fellow dictators to lift spirits
Opinion: Just a few days ago, Hugo Chavez returned home from a fine adventure. He traveled the world for 11
Mahoning County Court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stefano V. Pecchia 34, of 6752 Bristlewood Drive, Unit 1,
Tiger on the mind
LPGA SAMSUNG WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Jiyai Shin and Song-Hee Kim took an early lead at Torrey Pines —
Supermarket prices fall, as buying habits change
WASHINGTON — Supermarket prices are plunging as the global downturn drives down the cost of staples
Natural immunity spares seniors from swine-flu shots
MIAMI (AP) — Seniors who for years have made flu shots a fall ritual are being sent to the end of
House OKs reforms in college aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Thursday in favor of the biggest overhaul of college aid programs
Home building goes up; jobless claims take dip
WASHINGTON (AP) — Adding to evidence the recession has ended, housing construction rose in August
Iran’s leaders cannot silence opposition
Opinion: The world’s most gripping political drama is still playing out in Iran, where the vicious tactics of
Parents object to ads during games
NEW YORK (AP) — Ads for erectile dysfunction drugs, beer and not-for-children films abound on pro
Defendants must live (or die) with the choices they make
Editorial: Defendants must live (or die) with the choices they make We’ve certainly seen any number of
Looking for the right size
Looking for the right size Seattle Times: President Obama warned investment bankers Monday that if
Area college preview Saturday’s games
WESTMINSTER (0-2) vs. SAINT VINCENT (0-2) Where: Chuck Noll Field, Latrobe, Pa. When: 1 p.m.
Live Nation offering passport for concerts
Live Nation offering passport for concerts LOS ANGELES – Live Nation is offering a concert
Around the NFL Thursday’s news, notes
Colts: Anthony Gonzalez may be out longer than the Colts first feared and they appear to have a
Hightower eyes mark for Jackets
Ray Hightower II, a junior wide receiver for the Waynesburg (Pa.) University football team from
Prep volleyball Thursday’s games
Hubbard 25-25-25, Brookfield 19-11-6 HUBBARD — Marcy Angelo became the third Hubbard High
Fourth & Ben?
Steelers quarterback excels in tight games PITTSBURGH (AP) — Fourth quarter, team’s down by 4, 75
on the courses Thursday’s other pro golf events
on the courses Thursday’s other pro golf events Austrian Open OBERWALTERSDORF, Austria — Benn
Baseball roundup \ Thursday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 4, Red Sox 3 BOSTON — Howie Kendrick homered and added an RBI blooper to
Ganassi validated by Montoya
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Driver defections and sponsor cutbacks have raised never-ending questions
Poland, Canfield battle to 1-1 tie; Howland cruises
CANFIELD — Audrey Smith scored for the Cardinals while Taylor Marucci scored for Poland as the teams
Surplus food
Surplus food Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10
Mayweather family bonds heal before Marquez bout
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Mayweather family fractures, and then it heals. The bonds of nearly a half-
Apple has turned the iPhone into a popular device for video games.
Apple has turned the iPhone into a popular device for video games. Sony is about to introduce the
Woman fails to attend sentencing, is arrested
AUSTINTOWN — Police arrested a woman Wednesday who was absent from sentencing for her involvement in
Maldonado appeals ruling
The former YSU employee had attempted to enroll as a student at the university this fall.
Group seeks elimination of estate tax
COLUMBUS — A group hoping to eliminate Ohio’s estate tax has been given the green light to begin
Lawrence officials to decide how to slash personnel costs
The unions are being asked to approve 12-day furloughs for county employees. NEW CASTLE, Pa. —
North-South vulnerable. North deals.
North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x8 6 5 uQ 6 5 vK Q 9 4 wA K 7 WEST EAST xK
God-fearing patriots resent being labeled unAmerican
Opinion: God-fearing patriots resent being labeled unAmerican EDITOR: I take great offense at the cartoon
‘Love Happens’ lacks romance and comedy
“Love Happens” is a comedy in mourning, a romance so sad that even Jennifer Aniston at her most
Store changes owners, purpose
The Salem bookstore plans to sell some 85,000 books SALEM — Aaron’s Books is closing and will
Bids to be taken for sewer project
NEW CASTLE, Pa. – Union Township Supervisors said Thursday they plan to advertise bids within 30
Court rules against grocers
COLUMBUS — The state can continue to collect commercial- activity taxes from grocery stores, the
Matchups | 5 more to watch
UNIONTOWN LAKE-BOARDMAN Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. today in Boardman. Scouting report: The Spartans
Buckeyes grounded
Buckeyes grounded The 11th-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes will try to get their struggling ground game
NATION
NATION Toyota to invest $1 billion in marketing campaign NEW YORK — Toyota Motor Corp. will pour
Mahoning Co. designated a recovery zone
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners designated the county a recovery zone under the
Today
Today Children Nuts about Squirrels (ages 3-5 with an adult), 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Mill Creek
Metro digest
Scout leaders needed YOUNGSTOWN –Women volunteers are needed as Girl Scout Troop Leaders with
Initial public offerings return as stocks keep rallying
NEW YORK (AP) — Coming off its worst year in three decades, the market for initial public offerings
That’s the ticket
Company finds way to cut out scalpers LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ticketmaster Entertainment Inc. has
Russian automaker may get GM technology
DETROIT (AP) — Last week’s deal for General Motors to give up control of its money-losing Opel unit
Salem ‘After Party’ plan gets a second reading
The mayor and a councilman disagree on whether the city faces any liability. SALEM — Mayor
For safety, test your automatic garage door
heloise Dear Heloise: You asked me to write about how to test the reversing feature of an
‘Alex’ faked daughter’s death at his work
Annie’s Mailbox Dear Annie: I have been living with “Alex” for two years. We have a 9-month-old
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