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49ers win, are 2-0
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Frank Gore’s spectacular day single-handedly re-established the run game for
Steelers lose in Chicago
CHICAGO (AP) — Jay Cutler came through with a big pass to Devin Hester on third down, and Robbie
Browns fall in Denver
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Broncos didn’t need a miracle finish to beat the Cleveland Browns — just a
Preparations, promotions begin for First Night 2010 in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Featuring a wide variety of New Year’s Eve entertainment in the city’s downtown and
Boardman schools seek to harness wind power for energy, cost savings
BOARDMAN— The Mill Creek MetroParks board voted last week to submit a letter of support for a grant
Feel like a sprint? Dash on down to Youngstown Road Runners
It doesn’t matter if you can’t comfortably run a mile or have run several marathons, there’s a local
YSU begins drive for $100,000 to protect, enhance greenery on campus
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University has 1,763 trees spread across its 145-acre campus. “It’s
Trial in murders of 2 in Warren, including 11-year-old, begins this week
WARREN — Several people who already testified in municipal court about events leading to two murders
ACORN temporarily suspends Ohio services
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state leader of ACORN says the community organizing group has suspended services
Assault gets Ohio athlete benched by judge
HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) — A standout southwest Ohio athlete has been ordered to stay on the sidelines by
Warren G. Harding band night set for Monday
WARREN — Warren G. Harding High School Band Boosters have set a new date for band night and
Woman with sign begs fianc to take her back
SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio woman who says she was unfaithful has chosen a very public way of
Fed tax credit helps boost Mahoning County home sales
A federal tax credit has helped boost home sales in Mahoning County to their highest level this
Warren chiropractor to offer his services free
WARREN — Chiropractor Dr. Thomas W. Hall, owner of Warren Family Chiropractic & Physical Therapy,
Title I night set in Struthers
STRUTHERS — Title I Parent Night at Struthers Elementary School is set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Demonstration to prevent postal office closures moved to next Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — The informational picketing to prevent U.S. Post Office closures on the East and South
23,000 Pennsylvanians to exhaust jobless benefits
HARRISBURG (AP) — State officials say more than 23,000 Pennsylvanians are about to exhaust their
Penguins roll, 38-21
BROOKLINE, Mass. — Senior quarterback Brandon Summers led the Youngstown State football team to its
Two pipe bombs found in car trunk
AUSTINTOWN — A man was charged with possession of dangerous ordnance Thursday night after a state
McGuffey Centre accepting applications, sponsors for teen hoops league
YOUNGSTOWN — Associated Neighborhood Centers’ McGuffey Centre is accepting applications and sponsors
STACI MCCABE | CAMERON KENNEDY
STACI MCCABE CAMERON KENNEDY MINERAL RIDGE — Staci Eileen McCabe and Cameron Ben Kennedy, both of
AMANDA PAUL | JONATHAN DULOVICH
AMANDA PAUL JONATHAN DULOVICH HARRISBURG — Nuptial vows were exchanged during a 4 p.m. ceremony on
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
SENIOR CITIZENS commercial intertech • Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday
FEDERATED CLUBS | Meetings announced
FEDERATED CLUBS WEDNESDAY • Audrey Walker will be the speaker when Past Officers members meet at
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MASONIC GROUPS FRIDAY • Western Star Lodge 21, F&AM, will have a stated/special meeting at 6:30
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
garden clubs MONDAY • Garden Gate members will tour Rodney Toth’s dahlia gardens 7 p.m. followed
For Massengiles, surprise party marks anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — A surprise celebration the evening of July 11 at Le Chateau Caf in Austintown marked
Family celebrates with Malyses for 50th milestone
BOARDMAN — John E. Malys and Joanne Gioglio Malys, of 4377 Devonshire Drive, renewed their marriage
Gerzel family marks marriage as it hits 70 years
POOLER, GA. — Walter R. and Freda M. Gerzel, 102 Regency Circle, celebrated the 70th anniversary of
Mass and dinner honor Matveys on 50th anniversary
CAMPBELL — Joseph J. Matvey Sr. and the former Mary Ann Maruschak, who were united in marriage on
Mr. and Mrs. Davis mark September 5 anniversary date
YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Davis of Youngstown have been married 65 years, and they
Herb growers’ tea steps back in time
CANFIELD — Holborn Herb Growers Guild will sponsor its annual tea from 2-4 p.m. Sept. 27 at Western
Annual Teddy Bear Walk gears up for children
CANFIELD — If you want to feel warm and fuzzy all over, make plans to go to the Sixth Annual Teddy
Society digest
Area chefs to compete for awards at dinner HUBBARD — Area chefs will be participating in the Top
Senior Sidelights
Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles, has scheduled the following: Monday, Arthritis
Senior menus
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Vindicator print subscribers: Sunday delivery may be late
Vindicator print subscribers: Sunday delivery may be late
Summers Ignites YSU
Penguins QB scores 3 TDs in big win near Boston By PETE MOLLICA BROOKLINE, Mass. — Senior
At G-20 summit, Obama to focus on reforms to aid US workers
WASHINGTON — The economic crisis that hit industrial states like Ohio has been building for years
Defense: No evidence of threat, force against ex-pastor
‘No evidence of threat, force’ against ex-pastor By PETER H. MILLIKEN YOUNGSTOWN — The
A ghoul ol’ time at Dark X-Mas
The event runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. today at the Eastwood Expo Center. NILES — Cortland
Road-warrior Falcons surprise McKinley
QB Jon Ballard led Fitch to the game-clinching touchdown en route to a 28-15 victory. “A goal
TAKEN TO HEART
Walkers focus on health, helping out Also available was a lot of information related to good
Haywood propels East to 2nd victory, 20-18
The quarterback passed for two scores as the Panthers defeated Warrensville Heights at Stambaugh
Bears and Steelers are coping without Urlacher and Polamalu
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Life without Brian begins for The Monsters of the Midway. The Steel Curtain
Austintown, Boardman, Canfield embrace regional water district
BOARDMAN — What started as three townships’ strategy to stave off annexation by — or joint economic
Market on the Green provides fall fun
CANFIELD — People packed the Green, enjoying the sunshine and looking for fall d cor and other
Maplewood runners edge McDonald for the title
The extremely tight Division III boys race took extra time to score. By ERIC HAMILTON
OCCHA: Get involved in heart health
The Hispanic group seeks donations to keep its heart health-care program going. YOUNGSTOWN —
Armed Forces digest
VETERANS Services for the homeless NEW CASTLE, Pa. – Homeless military veterans and those who
Graceful Lipizzaners leap onto the stage
Graceful Lipizzaners leap onto the stage By GUY D’ASTOLFO YOUNGSTOWN — The Lipizzan stallion:
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jessica Helpy and William Dixon, Boardman, boy, Sept. 18.
MEN'S GOLF LEAGUES
SEPTEMBER SATURDAY — Cornersburg News Scramble, Lakeside G.C. Call Mickey Popovec at (330) 518-
GO&DO Sunday
Today Dances Del Rezek and Jack Vasko orchestras with Trontell and Zagar, 2 to 8 p.m., SNPJ
Blanco’s sac fly leads Padres past Pirates, 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Will Venable was a little worried before Neil Walker’s drive settled into his
PSU talent overwhelms Temple — illness and all
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — The flu couldn’t slow down Evan Royster, and neither could Temple. After
Choi leading Samsung by two
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Na Yeon Choi of South Korea shot a career best 9-under 63 on Saturday to take a
nfl preview Today’s games
CLEVELAND (0-1) at DENVER (1-0) Game time: 4:15 p.m. TV/Radio: (27) (19); (WKBN-AM 570) (WNCD-FM
Scott Dixon wins Indy Japan, takes the series lead
MOTEGI, Japan (AP) — Scott Dixon’s IndyCar series championship hopes got a huge boost at the Indy
Big Ten Roundup \ Saturday’s other games
No. 25 Michigan 45, Eastern Michigan 17 ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Carlos Brown had a 90-yard touchdown
Sophomore quarterback Terrelle Pryor passed for a career high.
Sophomore quarterback Terrelle Pryor passed for a career high. CLEVELAND (AP) — When people said
Montoya preps for title run
LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Juan Pablo Montoya has a bottle of French wine at home that was given to him as
Everyone recognizes GM’s importance to the area, but YSU employees get no respect
Opinion: EDITOR: In response to the Sept. 15 editorial, “Public should be livid...,” oh, how the worm has
Traficant’s scary new fans
Opinion: Traficant’s scary new fans EDITOR: An interesting thing has happened since disgraced former
Youngstown Boys & Girls Club turns 40 in the midst of challenges
Opinion: As we weather the current economic storm that has bankrupted corporations and decimated retirement
D-day is Tuesday for health reform
The Baucus plan would require all Americans to carry health insurance or pay a stiff fine.
Good for Jim Traficant
Opinion: Good for Jim Traficant EDITOR: After reading The Vindicator’s Sept. 19 editorial, “True to form
Prep Volleyball roundup Saturday’s games
Salem 25-25, Girard 17-15 AUSTINTOWN — Amy Scullion had 15 kills and 11 digs, Laura Brown had 15
Boehner: Protests are the result of political rebellion
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republican leader John Boehner of Ohio says nationwide protests known as
Creditors target Northside
Editorial: Creditors target Northside Forum Health’s creditors have Northside Medical Center in their cross
Prep soccer roundup Saturday’s games
BOYS Mooney 3, Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary 1 STRUTHERS — Chris Felker scored two goals and Sean
Toll the bell for the innocent
Opinion: Toll the bell for the innocent EDITOR: As the bells at St. Mary Church in Warren tolled recently
Lethal injection is inhumane
Opinion: Lethal injection is inhumane EDITOR: The colloquial definition of insanity is to do the same
Trustees have been working on Canfield sewer problem
Opinion: Trustees have been working on Canfield sewer problem EDITOR: In response to a Sept. 13 letter,
Michigan residents get preview of Michael Moore’s ‘Capitalism’
BELLAIRE, Mich. (AP) — Filmmaker Michael Moore gave residents of his adopted Michigan community an
Metro digest
Boardman man dies in sky-diving accident GARRETTSVILLE — A 30-year-old Boardman man was one of two
Supreme Court flirts with redefining ‘corporation’
Opinion: Supreme Court flirts with redefining ‘corporation’ EDITOR: As someone who believes strongly in
President Obama calls himself newspaper junkie
Survival of newspapers and investigative reporting is critical to our democracy, the president said.
Taliban leader tells NATO, U.S. to learn from history
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The Taliban’s reclusive leader said in a Muslim holiday message Saturday
Area colleges \ Saturday’s games
Mount Union 30, Ohio Northern 10 ADA — Top-ranked Mount Union College used its defense to keep No.
Church offers Great Food For All Program
AUSTINTOWN — Smith Corners United Methodist Church is the local site for the Great Food For All
Of Area interest \ Saturday’s games
Notre Dame 33, Michigan State 30 SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Jimmy Clausen threw for 300 yards and two
SECOND HARVEST Produce distribution
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, which provides food to hunger-relief organizations
Official: FCC to offer ‘Net neutrality’ rules
The head of the FCC plans to propose new rules that would prohibit Internet service providers from
Bar files new suit against smoking ban
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s workplace smoking ban is unconstitutional because it is not equally enforced
GOP: Beef with Obama is not racial
WASHINGTON — Stung by accusations from some Democrats that bigotry underlies opposition to President
SATURDAY’s RESULTS
SATURDAY’s RESULTS FOOTBALL SCORES East 20, Warrensville 18 Fitch 28, Canton McKinley 15
Cops: Dad told boy, 4, cocaine is candy
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey police say a 4-year-old boy shared cocaine with his friends at day
Pakistani police raid security company contracted by U.S.
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — Police raided a Pakistani security firm that helps protect the U.S.
top 25 roundup \ Saturday’s games
Washington 16, No. 3 USC 13 SEATTLE — Southern California was leveled by another post-Ohio State
Saturday’s other games
Missouri State 35, Murray State 10 SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Cody Kirby threw three touchdown passes and
In the huddle
In the huddle How area NFL players fared in Week 1 Prescott Burgess (LB, Warren Harding,
Making the best of one lap in life
Opinion: I’m a dad in progress, as I’ve said. This week’s work session involved death. In the realm of
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, Sept. 20, the 263rd day of 2009. There are 102 days left in the year. On this date
Paper: Ex-aide says Edwards fathered mistress’s child
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — A man who once claimed to have fathered the child of John Edwards’ mistress
Expectations lowered for loan-help program
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dial back the pie-in-the-sky projections. Last month, the Obama administration
Experts: Yale case tough for defense
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Defending a Yale lab technician charged with murder against what appears to
Broncos aim to bottle up magic and Josh Cribbs
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Broncos aim to bottle up not only Cleveland Browns kick returner Joshua
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Jesse L. Stewart The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
Union says it warned about outings
SEATTLE (AP) — Two days after an insane killer escaped from a field trip organized by his mental
Game stats
EAST Albany, N.Y. 20, Maine 16 Army 24, Ball St. 17 C.W. Post 51, Cheyney 0 California, Pa.
MILESTONES
DOCTORATE Counselor earns degree Jamie Marich of Howland recently received her doctorate in
Imagination and a strong cast help lift up ‘The Elephant Man’
It’s never easy to re-create history, particularly when that history is about one grossly unique
Top Cuyahoga Co. employee charged in probe
CLEVELAND (AP) — A top Cuyahoga County employee funneled about $1.2 million in cash bribes to her
‘THE KANCSSRQ
Famed New Hampshire foliage route turns 50 The highway is named after an American Indian chief
Dan Brown’s ‘Symbol’ makes a quick million
NEW YORK (AP) — Dan Brown does it again, on paper and on the screen. Doubleday announced Wednesday
Books digest
REGION YSU student releases book YOUNGSTOWN — Justin Campbell, a student at Youngstown State
Agenda Monday
Hubbard City Council, 8 p.m., council chambers, 220 W. Liberty St. Caucus, 7 p.m. Liberty Township
On ‘Mi Plan,’ Nelly Furtado gets into her Latin groove
NEW YORK — Nelly Furtado’s last record, the multiplatinum, dance-flavored “Loose” was mostly
Collectors seek Mazer costume jewelry
Costume jewelry is among the best-selling collectibles in the United States today. Much of the
MULCH VOLCANOES
No eruptions, but plenty of tree disruptions Americans lay an estimated 40 million cubic yards of
Yellowstone seeing record visitors this year
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — Yellowstone National Park hosted a record number of visitors
Police: Robbery behind shooting of mail carrier
MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say robbery appears to be the motive behind the shooting of
EMMY AWARDS RIGHT MAN FOR THE JOB
Harris to bring ‘consistent presence’ as host of Emmys By LYNN ELBER If only one awards show
“The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards” (8 p.m., CBS): Just as the new TV season is about to
“The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards” (8 p.m., CBS): Just as the new TV season is about to get under way
Group votes Toby Keith songwriter/artist of decade
Group votes Toby Keith songwriter/artist of decade NASHVILLE, Tenn. — County music star Toby Keith
‘Wicked’ author honors the king of ‘Wild Things’
“Making Mischief: A Maurice Sendak Appreciation” by Gregory Maguire (William Morrow, 200 pages,
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Paying for Youngstown arena is now a matter of ‘principal’
Editorial: The decision by Youngstown city government to borrow $11.9 million for its share of the construction
mid-American conference roundup Saturday’s games
Indiana 38, Akron 21 AKRON — Ben Chappell threw two touchdown passes and Ray Fisher returned the
Google to reincarnate digital as paperbacks
The ‘public domain’ books are ones that were published before 1923. MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. —
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS \ For the week ending Sept. 12
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Last Song” by Nicholas Sparks (Grand Central Publishing) 2. “Alex
Financial woes make for good drama
LONDON — Greed, hubris, vast fortunes erased at a stroke — the financial crisis is dramatic gold
‘Man on the Moon: The End of Day’
‘Man on the Moon: The End of Day’ Kid Cudi (GOOD/Universal Motown) Grade: B In the middle of
DOING IT WRITE
Scribblers members pen for their own pleasure Members gather to share their writings while
Predicting the winners for drama, comedy and reality shows
Neil Patrick Harris makes his debut as Emmy host tonight — just as the telecast could use a great
Mulch \ The Basics
Mulch \ The Basics A one- to two-inch layer of mulch helps suppress weeds and retain soil
“Vacation Sensations”
“Vacation Sensations” Before the memories of your summer fun are chased away by the changing
Athletics defeat Indians for sixth straight win
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Mark Ellis has a strong bond with former Oakland infielder Dick Green because
Obama prepares for week of high diplomatic stakes
WASHINGTON (AP) — The unrelenting global troubles confronting President Barack Obama are about to
Many health-care workers shun getting flu vaccines
CHICAGO — Every year, top U.S. health officials send out widely publicized reminders to get
Russia says it won’t put missiles near Poland
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia said Saturday it will scrap a plan to deploy missiles near Poland since
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Sam Breese of Boardman aced the No. 8 hole on the North Course at Mill Creek Golf Course. He used an
riding with … Dave Blaney
Qualifying: The Trumbull County native turned a fast lap of 131.352 mph to finish in 15th place in
Man in terror probe fails to meet with FBI
DENVER (AP) — A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Colorado didn’t report
Empowerment center to wrap up event, honor 10
The anniversary event began with a weekend Community Day earlier this summer. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Washington launches ’Lost Symbol’ Web site
Washington launches ’Lost Symbol’ Web site WASHINGTON — Washington is anticipating a flurry of
Rooftops in Paris are abuzz with bees
PARIS (AP) — In the romantic city of lights, the bees are downright busy. Common sense says it is
‘Come to YSU, we even have computers’
Opinion: To hear Youngstown State University’s administration tell it, the $4,500 bonuses that 400 or so
Awful, goofy pictures may return to haunt you online
The permanence of the Internet makes it hard to erase embarrassments from years ago. NEW YORK
ANTIQUES&COLLECTIBLES || CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Mexico subway shootings
Mexico subway shootings MEXICO CITY — Police started randomly checking people for guns in the
Columbiana County Court filings
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Rhonda Badgley, 323 Canton St., East Liverpool, v. Thomas
YSU notebook \ More news from Boston
Late arriving: When Youngstown State and Northeastern began Saturday’s game, there were just about
Teen with abusive mother needs to reach out
Dear Annie: I’m 15 years old, and for my whole life, my mother has been emotionally, verbally and
Women's golf results
WOMEN Lady Players (Bedford Trails) — Play of day winners: Beth Wasgnon, Cindy Skinner, Lynn
Bowling leagues
700s Amron — Jim Diver (731) in Friday Nite Mixers; Jim Ellis (714) in Bob’s Auto Service Seniors;
baseball roundup Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 6, Tigers 2 MINNEAPOLIS — The latest ball lost in the Metrodome’s
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