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4 injured in Howland crash
HOWLAND — A two-car crash sent four people to hospitals with minor injuries Friday evening, according to a press release.
Kasich says taxes, bureaucracy, spending drive business out of Ohio
NILES — John Kasich, the leading Republican candidate for governor in 2010, said high taxes,
Portage County Big Brothers and Sisters looking for adults
RAVENNA — The 2009 Fall Recruitment Campaign for Big Brothers and Sisters of Portage County is under
Benefit dinner Sunday for stricken Jackson-Milton teacher/coach
NORTH JACKSON — A benefit dinner for Tiffany Obradovich, a Jackson-Milton Elementary School teacher
Cumberbatch found guilty in shooting death of 11-year-old
WARREN — A Trumbull County Common Pleas jury this morning found Eugene Cumberbatch guilty of seven charges in the shooting deaths of Lloyd McCoy Jr., 11, and Marvin Chaney, 26.
Chamber official says land deal near for V&M project
YOUNGSTOWN — City officials with Youngstown and Girard are expected to finalize a land deal next
McGuffey after-school program starts Monday
YOUNGSTOWN — McGuffey Centre’s after-school program will begin Monday. The program will run from
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
CLUB CALENDAR ASSOCIATIONS • American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will
Ilersich-Muche wedding plans are announced
The engagement and upcoming marriage of Samantha Ilersich, 9623 N. Girdle Road, Middlefield, and
Parents announce plans for Dolphin, Solis autumn rite
The engagement of Christine Marie Dolphin and Steven Anthony Solis is announced by their parents,
Welcome Wagon event
Welcome Wagon event CANFIELD — Welcome Wagon Club of Canfield is sponsoring a home consultant
Vandalism suspects facing numerous charges in Salem
For the full story, read today's Vindicator or Vindy.com.
Kent State plans interactive walking tour of 1970 shootings
One of the slain students was from Mahoning County. KENT, Ohio (AP) — Kent State University has
Boardman cops hope ranks swell with pact
The new contract will net officers a $500 signing bonus if there’s no state fiscal watch by Dec. 1.
Dogged Determination
East Palestine is 4-0 for the first time in two decades, and a win over Columbiana has the town
Ex-JFS director admits drug use
Tom Mahoney said he has been battling depression most of his life. WARREN — A former Trumbull
McDonald faces dangerous Wellsville offense
McDONALD — If there is one thing that McDonald High football coach Dan Williams and Wellsville coach
WRTA curb service underused in first week
Most of the calls for the new service came from the Boardman and Austintown areas. YOUNGSTOWN
The Insider
We sometimes joke that we could write a story about how high school football (or sunshine, or a
Kilcawley Center poised for $10M makeover
The center has become a patchwork of functions with a maze of circulation patterns.
Daryll vs. Derrell
Saturday’s meeting between Penn State and Iowa isn’t just another Big Ten rematch. It’s expected to
County to ask ODOT to help fix Meander-area roads
ODOT will do spot repairs but won’t resurface entire roads, a spokesman says. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Press conference confirms: Pavlik’s back
YOUNGSTOWN — For the last six months, whenever Jack Loew steps into a barber shop, a grocery store,
Layoffs force city to reduce building department hours
Only one employee works at the department now. YOUNGSTOWN — Layoffs in the city’s building
Phantoms fall, 4-2; Brett Gensler nets both shorthanded goals
SIOUX CITY, Iowa — A two-goal third period propelled the Omaha Lancers to Thursday’s 4-2 victory
Polivka appears, is silent in court
The commissioner was not required to stand before the judge or answer any questions. WARREN —
Closing courthouse for week over holidays to save money
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County commissioners plan to close the courthouse Thanksgiving and
Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame to induct 2 from the Valley
Robert H. Brothers of Howland, above left, fought in six major campaigns in Korea in 1950 and ‘51. He has told more than 40,000 students about the war through the Korean War Veterans Tell America program. Herbert W. Seelbach of Girard, right, a musician who served in the in the South Pacific during World War II entertained with Bob Hope.
Geography makes a difference in health coverage
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Where someone lives makes a difference in whether or not that person has health
‘Halo 3: ODST’
‘Halo 3: ODST’ (Microsoft) for Xbox 360 Grade: C The “Star Wars” movies should have taught all
Blink-182’s eye-opening reunion
The rise and fall of Blink-182 is a clich d tale. Formed by Tom DeLonge (vocals, guitar) and Mark
Prep volleyball Thursday’s games
Hubbard 25-25-21-25 Girard 12-14-25-20 HUBBARD — Lexi Starheim had 15 kills, 19 points, five
The overdraft scam
St, Louis Post-Dispatch: Reforming the nation’s financial regulatory system, which Congress is
Afghan native charged in plot to make, use WMD
NEW YORK (AP) — An Afghan immigrant who received explosives training from al-Qaida went from one
Tigers top Tribe, inch closer to AL Central title
CLEVELAND — Justin Verlander pitched the Detroit Tigers closer to a division title and pushed the
Denial of care would be harmful to U.S.
Opinion: SAN DIEGO — The current brouhaha over the slim possibility that an undocumented person might benefit
GM to speed up payments to suppliers
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. has decided to speed up payments to its parts suppliers to help
Q&A: West Branch head coach Bob Altenhof
It’s been 15 years since West Branch’s state football title, but in some ways it seems like just
“Fame,” the original “high school musical,” earns a sometimes toe-tapping
“Fame,” the original “high school musical,” earns a sometimes toe-tapping remake that borrows
Simple recipe for window cleaner can really clear things up
Dear Heloise: I am writing to ask for the recipe for window cleaner. I made some up and used it all,
Browns’ rookie ready for Ravens
BEREA (AP) — James Davis has walked in Jamal Lewis’ shadow for years. On Sunday, Cleveland’s rookie
Kennedy loyalist chosen for seat
BOSTON (AP) — Paul G. Kirk Jr. served Edward M. Kennedy as an aide, rooted beside him at Harvard-
Lawyer: Accused wasn’t shooter
WARREN — There isn’t any “conclusive physical evidence” placing Eugene Cumberbatch at the scene of a
Lohan replaces doll
lohan replaces doll Actress Lindsay Lohan will host three days of concerts featuring Beyonce
Metro digest
Wounded by gunshots WARREN — A 52-year-old Elyria man was taken to Forum Health Trumbull Memorial
Covering illegals would cost billions
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Immigration and health care are not only two of the most contentious issues we face,
NATION
NATION UAW, Ford continue work on contract modifications PLYMOUTH, Mich. — United Auto Workers
Blitz Reader Survey
With a mixture of excitement and trepidation, we unveil our first annual Blitz Readers Survey.
A first: Vaccine helps prevent HIV infection
BANGKOK (AP) — For the first time, an experimental vaccine has prevented infection with the AIDS
THURSDAY’s drawings
THURSDAY’s drawings OHIO Thursday night: Pick 3, 9-0-1 Pick 4, 7-3-5-1 Rolling Cash 5-2
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing New Beginnings Outreach Ministries, 2007 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown,
‘Family Guy’ sidekick debuts his own show
NEW YORK — On the premiere of his new Fox show, Cleveland Brown gets a fitting send-off from the
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Struthers 2nd Ward meeting, 10 a.m., council chambers, 6 Elm St. Discuss block-
G-20 opponents and police clash on Pittsburgh streets
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Police fired canisters of pepper spray and smoke and rubber bullets at marchers
O’Hair takes lead; Woods 1 shot back
ATLANTA (AP) — Sean O’Hair knew he would need some help from Tiger Woods to win the FedEx Cup. He
FBI pays wrongly detained man $250,000
NEW YORK (AP) — The FBI paid $250,000 this week to an Egyptian man detained when a pilot’s aviation
GETTING IT RIGHT
In Thursday's crossword puzzle on page E2, the clue to 29 down was "Astronaut ____ Shepard." It
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Sept. 25, the 268th day of 2009. There are 97 days left in the year. On this date
House votes to eliminate Medicare premium rises
House votes to eliminate Medicare premium rises WASHINGTON — Millions of Medicare patients would
Police: Census worker died of asphyxiation
MANCHESTER, Ky. (AP) — When Bill Sparkman told retired trooper Gilbert Acciardo that he was going
GOP accuses ACORN of misusing donations
WASHINGTON (AP) — The embattled community activist group ACORN appears to be collecting charitable
Leaderboard Round 1 At East Lake Golf Club, Atlanta Yardage: 7,304; Par: 70 (35-35)
Sean O’Hair31-35—66-4 Stewart Cink31-36—67-3 Padraig Harrington31-36—67-3 Tiger Woods35-
Amateur finds trove of artifacts
LONDON (AP) — It’s an unprecedented find that could revolutionize ideas about medieval England’s
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael E. Madsen, 26, of 3745 Indian Run Drive #6, Canfield,
on the air
on the air Football on TV and radio TODAY 3:30 p.m. (STO) “Ohio Kickoff Show.” 6:30 p.m. (
Seniors at center of health-care debate
WASHINGTON (AP) — For the moment, the health-care fight is all about older folks. Democrats
Resolution aims for world free of nukes
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — With President Barack Obama presiding over a historic session, the U.N.
Mooney ties state-ranked CVCA; Howland edges Poland, 3-2
STRUTHERS — Goalkeeper David Perry made seven saves as the Cardinal Mooney High boys soccer team
Pluchinsky leads South Range to ITCL golf title
POLAND — South Range golfer Brandon Pluchinsky shot a 72 at Reserve Run to earn medalist honors and
Netanyahu hits back at Iran’s Holocaust claims
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Waving the blueprints for Auschwitz and invoking the memory of his own family
FedEx Notebook \ More from Atlanta
O’Hair stays busy: Sean O’Hair had played five of six weeks through the BMW Championship, grinding
School board awards contract to equip new middle school
The last of the new schools in the rebuilding program is slated to open next fall. YOUNGSTOWN
Griswold leads at Butler
Quickness, experience and the capacity to learn have enabled soccer standout Katie Griswold of
Buckeyes defense focusing on Juice
COLUMBUS (AP) — There’s no need for Ohio State’s veterans to watch video of Illinois quarterback
Is 2009 lucky 13 for YSU?
The Penguins have finished in first place in the MVC twice in 12 years. By PETE MOLLICA
Mathews teachers, board ratify pact
VIENNA — Mathews teachers and the board of education have ratified a two-year contract that contains
Go & Do
Today Dances The Phillips Bros., 8 p.m. to midnight, Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; (330)
Balancing act: Steelers trying to mix run, pass
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Two games into the season, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense has mostly been Big
Cross country \ Lordstown Invitational
What: Jeanne Ann Smith Lordstown Invitational Where: Lordstown village park When: Saturday.
Pa. unlikely to tax cigars and smokeless tobacco
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania is poised to maintain a long-standing tax exemption on the sales of
On the courses \ Thursday’s other pro golf events
CVS/pharmacy LPGA Challenge DANVILLE, Calif. — Sophie Gustafson shot a 7-under 65 to take a two-
Authorities continue to seek cause of death for man in burning car
The man lived at the house at which he was found. YOUNGSTOWN — Police and the Mahoning County
Vote yes on Issue 1 to give Ohio veterans a bonus
Editorial: Vote yes on Issue 1 to give Ohio veterans a bonus Veterans bonuses are a tradition in Ohio that
2 men to be arraigned on various charges
CAMPBELL — Two men who were arrested after police chased them into Youngstown were expected to be
Unranked South Carolina surprises No. 5 Ole Miss
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Mississippi wasn’t ready for the Top 5 — or South Carolina’s defense. Star
Salem police charge 3 in paint vandalism
Two vandals also were stealing CDs from cars, police said. SALEM — The vandalism suspects
Area colleges \ Previews of this weekend’s games
Thomas More (2-0, 1-0 PAC) vs. Westminster (1-2, 0-0 PAC) Where: Harold Burry Stadium, New
Leadership | 2010 Class
Leadership Mahoning Valley welcomed its class of 2010 at a breakfast Thursday at Antone’s Banquet
Unexpected dip hits home sales
WASHINGTON (AP) — Four steps forward, one step back. Home resales dipped unexpectedly last month,
Baseball roundup Thursday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 12, Rangers 3 OAKLAND, Calif. — Jack Cust homered to help rookie Brett
Dominion agrees to settle complaint
COLUMBUS — Dominion East Ohio Energy has agreed to pay $50,000 to the state to settle a complaint
GM: Auto sales should improve next year
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — U.S. auto sales should improve modestly next year as tight credit for auto
Grand jury to see 9 of 10 drug cases
WARREN — Nine of the 10 people charged in Warren Municipal Court last week in a raid of a house on
Should they help grandson meet his father?
Dear Annie: I have raised my grandson since he was an infant. He is 24 now and doing well. Our
Is it the right or wrong war?
Opinion: Federal court papers made public Sunday related an amazing piece of news, but it was remarkable for
Basket of skills essential
Opinion: In a period of uncertainty, rapid change and economic disruption, it is more important than ever to
Hard work pays off for Buckcherry
The comeback story of hard-rock act Buckcherry may now be complete. Though its platinum 2006 album
Is GOP poised to make inroads in the Valley in 2010?
Opinion: John Kasich, the leading Repub-lican candidate for governor in 2010, is campaigning in the Mahoning
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