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Families of murder victims gather, remember
WARREN — Each year in late September, they come together in Warren to observe the memories of their
Security tightened at Columbiana County Courthouse
Access cards to the courthouse will be restricted to workers whose time is spent primarily in the
Scrappers seek companies to aid trick-or-treat benefit for Luke Holko
NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers baseball team is looking for area businesses to participate in
Youngstown students lead weeklong emphasis on nonviolence
The students will conduct nonviolence workshops for leaders in the high schools. YOUNGSTOWN —
Austintown schools chief appeals for community support on bond issue
Superintendent Colaluca asked the community for support on the bond issue. AUSTINTOWN —
John anniversary celebrated Aug. 29 at Struthers center
YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. David John, 304 E. Pasadena Ave., celebrated their 50th wedding
Coy anniversary is celebrated at family dinner
SALEM — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Arlan Coy, 7600 Salem-United Road, was
Sarvers to mark 50th at dinner hosted by children
AUSTINTOWN — Ronald and Linda Sarver, 116 Marcia Drive, will celebrate their 50th wedding
Family honoring Mr., Mrs. Allen for anniversary
POLAND — Mr. and Mrs. William Allen, 2302 Lyon Blvd., are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MASONIC GROUPS FRIDAY • Western Star Lodge 21 of Boardman will have a special meeting at 7 p.m.
SOCIETY DIGEST
Historical homes tour scheduled for Kinsman KINSMAN — Kinsman Historical Society will sponsor a
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
SENIOR CITIZENS 1418 Auxiliary Seniors • A meeting of the 1418 Auxiliary Seniors will be at 1
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
garden clubs WEDNESDAY • St. Michael Garden Guild will meet at 7 p.m. at the parish center with
Darkest of times
The diary of Benjamin Roth, who documented the day-to-day life during the Great Depression in
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Sept. 27, the 270th day of 2009. There are 95 days left in the year. The Jewish Day
big ten roundup \ Saturday’s other games
No. 23 Michigan 36, Indiana 33 ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Tate Forcier led another fourth-quarter scoring
‘Tyler’ may be avoiding her because she pushed too far
Dear Annie: I am attracted to a co-worker. I work as a busgirl at the restaurant where he’s employed
Predators need monitoring
Editorial: Predators need monitoring Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins managed to delay the early
Experts find diet is key to controlling blood pressure
If you’re like many Americans, your blood pressure has crept up as you’ve gotten older. But it
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Intel shows it’s branching out with software
Intel shows it’s branching out with software SAN FRANCISCO — As Intel Corp. branches beyond its
New community college off to good start in Valley
Editorial: While a faith-based grass-roots organization is to be commended for pushing the idea of a central
At reverse-auction Web site BidZone, lowest bidder wins
Anyone who’s been to an auction or has tried their hand at an online auction Web site such as eBay
PREP FOOTBALL
PREP FOOTBALL Referees are role models, too Fanfare: I was reading the story on one of my
IN THE CUP! Area Holes in One
IN THE CUP! Area Holes in One Chip Olenick of Boardman aced the No. 17 hole at Reserve Run Golf
NEW PERSPECTIVE
Chairlifts offer spectacular view for leaf-peepers By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL WEST DOVER, Vt. — The
IT’S ABOUT TIME
Clocks add style and function to a room Cuckoo clocks are now in favor among trendsetters.
St. Elizabeth Health Center
St. Elizabeth Health Center Roger and Jolyn Humbertson, Columbiana, girl, Sept. 25. Tina
Imagine health care as just another growth industry
Opinion: Imagine health care as just another growth industry EDITOR: Why is a growing health-care sector
Warning on obesity link to cancer risk
LONDON (AP) — Being fat could become the leading cause of cancer in women in Western countries in
YSU cast plays a world of characters in ‘80 Days’
A dialect coach was brought in to help the cast. YOUNGSTOWN — Five actors will play 39
Everyone can help
Opinion: Everyone can help EDITOR: I am an 11-year-old girl who believes that we all need to play our
As economy falls, support for gambling rises
Overall, 59 percent of those planning to vote Nov. 3 are backing the amendment. COLUMBUS —
They rise up in defense of their man
Opinion: You’ve got to hand it to the supporters of ex congressman-turned-criminal James A. Traficant Jr.,
With Pishkur forced out at Forum Health, the Mahoning Valley is at the mercy of outsiders
Opinion: EDITOR: I had to write about the resignation of Walter “Buzz” Pishkur. I think it’s a travesty
TOP 25 roundup \ Saturday’s other games
No. 1 Florida 41, Kentucky 7 LEXINGTON, Ky. — In one scary moment for Tim Tebow, another Florida
Uh-oh: Winless Browns have date with Ravens
Cleveland’s struggling offense needs to find answers — soon. BALTIMORE (AP) — Under different
All for the love of horses
The show in Canfield was made up of 126 events for owners of all ages. CANFIELD — If you were
Artistic fundraiser is benefit for Rich Center for Autism
WARREN — “The Art of Autism” is the theme chosen for the second annual dinner, art sale and auction
Mothers need to be more than nurturing
“Well, I mean, I’m the nurturer, right?” she said. I was talking to a mother about a disciplinary
A first: Short-story collection is Winfrey’s 63rd book selection
CHICAGO (AP) — Oprah Winfrey has blessed the book world’s eternal underdog: the short story.
Columbiana County Court Filings
columbiana COUNTY Divorces asked Donna Armstrong, 235 E. Martin St.,East Palestine, v. Michael
Parties battle for hearts of seniors
The powerful American voting bloc is aligning itself with Republicans. WASHINGTON (AP) — Beware
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles, has scheduled the following: Monday, Arthritis
Army issues hand gel, training in fight against flu
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — Soldiers in boot camp are getting something new this year besides rigorous
Strains show in troop-strength debate
WASHINGTON — The Potomac River is a physical as well as a figurative divide between the White House
Attorney: Evidence on WMD lacking
DENVER (AP) — Claims that an Afghan immigrant was on the verge of unleashing a terrorist attack on
New wave of H1N1 hits Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The next wave of swine flu has arrived, and Mexicans are bracing for an outbreak
US, allies to confront Iran
US, allies to confront Iran WASHINGTON — The U.S. and its five allies trying to stop Iran’s
GOP: Dems ignoring public’s concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic-run Congress is ignoring the public’s concerns in the rush to pass
Debate over benefits, side effects of statins continues
Q. As a doctor who treats heart patients, I am thwarted by your unbalanced reporting about
Casino gambling Issue 3 on track to win, poll says
Northeast Ohioans are among its strongest supporters. YOUNGSTOWN — Registered voters in
Officials updating security in schools
SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — Now that children are back to school, they may or may not realize that behind
Friends: Hanging victim devoted his life to children
LONDON, Ky. (AP) — Even while fighting cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, Bill Sparkman would show
Supreme Court to consider Bush’s anti-terror policies
WASHINGTON — Graphic photos of U.S. troops abusing Iraqi prisoners present the Supreme Court with
Volunteers beautify park at Mosquito
Volunteers beautify park at Mosquito Volunteers cleaned trails and bird boxes and removed old
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
YBPW fashion show to benefit students
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Business and Professional Women’s Club will host its 9th annual fashion show
Perry leads at FedEx Cup
Perry leads at FedEx Cup Kenny Perry already has had a week to remember at the Tour Championship.
Democratic women plan luncheon as fundraiser
Special to The Vindicator PREPARED: Finalizing arrangements for the Oct. 4 “Democratic Women in
Flower show winners announced by judges
YOUNGSTOWN — A standard flower show was sponsored by the Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown Sept. 12
Ohio State Bar seeks entries for video contest
COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Bar Association is calling for entries in its second annual Law Day video
Baseball roundup \ Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 3, Red Sox 0 NEW YORK — CC Sabathia combined on a two-hitter to become
nfl preview Today’s games
CLEVELAND (0-2) at BALTIMORE (2-0) Game time: 1 p.m. TV/Radio: (27) (19) (2) (WKBN-AM 570) (
Return to Valley has director ‘All Shook Up’
The new and revitalized Youngstown Playhouse officially kicks off its 2009-10 season Friday with
Area colleges Saturday’s games
Mount Union 45, Muskingum 14 ALLIANCE — No. 1 ranked Mount Union generated 378 yards of total
DOCTORATE
DOCTORATE Husband, wife get degrees A husband and wife with ties to the Mahoning Valley received
Metro digest
Jewish, Islamic justice to be lecture topic YOUNGSTOWN —The concept of justice in the Jewish and
Highlights
Highlights Tim Graham had his 41st 300 game on Sept. 8 in Tri-County Classic at Holiday. Set was
Historians set tour of Oak Hill Cemetery
YOUNGSTOWN — Members of the newly formed Mahoning and Shenango Valley Historical Club will conduct a
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center GBOE, 4:30 p.m., Millcreek Park Community Center
Show focuses on Cuyahoga Valley park
KENT — A one-hour documentary that tells the story of Cuyahoga Valley National Park will premiere
Big bellies can lead to big problems
Measuring a patient’s abdominal height zeroes in on visceral fat. ST. LOUIS — The scene plays
What to Watch
“The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” (9 p.m., PBS): Ken Burns is back with another epic
One downtown monument says goodbye to another
Opinion: The Man on the Monument towers over downtown Youngstown’s Central Square paying honor to the men of
Stavich Bike Trail to reopen soon
STRUTHERS — An important connection between Ohio and Pennsylvania has been broken for nearly a
A great beginning
Opinion: A great beginning EDITOR: The evening of Sept. 12 at Edward J. Powers Auditorium was
Playhouse youth theater announces fall classes
Playhouse youth theater announces fall classes YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre
Arizona teen hospitalized after being kidnapped and beaten
FARRELL, Pa. — A teenager was tied up with rope and duct tape and kept in a closet for several days
‘Perfect:’ The book to read as baseball playoffs near
“Perfect: Don Larsen’s Miraculous World Series Game and the Men Who Made It Happen” by Lew Paper
Pickup days set for Mahoning Twp. fall cleanup
HILLSVILLE, Pa. — It’s fall cleanup time in Mahoning Township. Crews will be collecting furniture
Robbers punch man, steal his wallet, $70
YOUNGSTOWN — A man was punched and robbed in the commons area of apartments at 630 Griffith St. on
Close race nears finish for hosting 2016 Games
LONDON (AP) — Close your eyes and imagine the possible scenarios in 2016. Olympic athletes
Stubbs scores 3 TDs in JFK’s 49-28 rout of Western Reserve Academy
HUDSON — Korin Stubbs scored three touchdowns — in the beginning, middle and end — for Warren JFK,
Ohio Farm Bureau announces 42nd year of constant growth
Ohio Farm Bureau announces 42nd year of constant growth SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR COLUMBUS — The
Penguins pull away late
College football Big 4th quarter helps YSU roll past Indiana St. By PETE MOLLICA TERRE
Martin defies age to lead Cup
DOVER, Del. (AP) — The oldest driver in Sprint Cup happens to be the best one in the sport this
Grocer seeks liquor license for eatery
NEW CASTLE, Pa. – A local supermarket is the first in Lawrence County to take advantage of a recent
Sex offenders living secretly in nursing homes
More than 100 registered sex offenders live in Ohio nursing homes — their convictions for rape,
Reading seeks to join Farrell, New Castle as distressed city under Pa.’s Act 47 law
READING, Pa. (AP) — In early September, Reading became the latest Pennsylvania community to file for
Pa. farmers are urged to get crop insurance
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pennsylvania farmers can act now to protect their income against unexpected losses
SEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER TODAY — Saint Mary & Joseph School Outing, Lakeside G.C. Call Judi Blazek at (330) 654-
Burns gives exhaustive treatment to national parks in new PBS series
NEW YORK (AP) — It was the nation’s best idea, Ken Burns, says: the national parks system.
Medicare is proof feds unable to control costs
Opinion: The cornerstone of any viable health-care proposal has to be putting the brakes on the escalating
Golf outing raises $25,000
Golf outing raises $25,000 YOUNGSTOWN — Humility of Mary Health Partners Development Foundation’s
‘Tomorrow’
‘Tomorrow’ Sean Kingston (Beluga Heights/Epic) Grade: B In these increasingly complicated
YSU NOTEBOOK More from Indiana
Long streak: Indiana State moved into third place on the list of longest losing streaks in NCAA
AWARDS
AWARDS National Book Foundation opens voting to public NEW YORK — The National Book Awards would
Recycled thread spools used for chairs, tables
Recycling isn’t a new idea. Our ancestors reused bits of cloth for quilts, made clothing out of
Steelers looking to continue one-sided rivalry with Cincy
CINCINNATI (AP) — Former Southern California linebacker Rey Maualuga knows firsthand about that
Publishers Weekly Best-sellers \ For the week ending Sept. 19
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Lost Symbol” by Dan Brown (Doubleday) 2. “The Last Song” by Nicholas
Burnett will produce ‘People’s Choice Awards’
Burnett will produce ‘People’s Choice Awards’ NEW YORK — “The People’s Choice Awards” has
Phantoms rally as Zarbo ices old team
Youngstown finished its five-game exhibition slate with a 2-3 record. special to the vindicator
saturday’s scores
saturday’s scores EAST Albany, N.Y. 22, Sacred Heart 9 Albright 26, Pace 20 Alfred 49,
Hawkeye defense shuts down PSU
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Iowa slugged out an ugly win in soggy Happy Valley to upset Penn State for
Hughes’ late goal leads Boardman past Champion
CHAMPION — Heather Hughes scored the only goal of the game on an assist from A.J. Davis at about 16
Girard drops LaBrae; Hubbard, Poland win tourney titles
GIRARD — Chelsea Guerrieri had eight kills, 17 points, seven aces, six digs and one block and Morgan
OSU domination starts with ‘D’
Warren Harding High grad Dan Herron scored twice and the Buckeyes’ defense did the rest in a 30-0
Peralta’s single lifts Tribe in 9th
CLEVELAND — Jhonny Peralta hit a game-ending RBI single Saturday night to give the Cleveland Indians
Mid-American Conference Saturday’s games
Tennessee 34, Ohio 23 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Jonathan Crompton threw for two touchdowns as Tennessee
And no smell of sulphur either
Opinion: And no smell of sulphur either EDITOR: As a public service to all the teabaggers, health-reform
Roush guides Raiders to title at Lordstown Jean Smith Inv.
LORDSTOWN — South Range’s Ryan Roush cruised to victory in Saturday’s 11-team Lordstown “Jean Smith”
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Tipping is essential
Opinion: Tipping is essential EDITOR: This is a very sensitive subject but needs to be addressed.
In the huddle \ How area NFL players fared in Week 2
Prescott Burgess (LB, Warren Harding, Patriots) — Registered one special teams tackle for Ravens in
Keilen Dykes \ At a glance
High school/college: Chaney, West Virginia Height/weight: 6-4, 305 Position: Defensive tackle.
Missouri valley conference \ Saturday’s other games
Northern Iowa 35, Missouri State 7 SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — As powerful as Northern Iowa’s offense was
Companies and employees won’t be able to afford health care
Opinion: Companies and employees won’t be able to afford health care EDITOR: I am astounded that so many
Perry races past Tiger for lead at FedEx Cup
ATLANTA (AP) — Kenny Perry already has had a week to remember at the Tour Championship. He was
‘We’re moving you up’: Dykes fulfills NFL dream
The Chaney High graduate played in his first game for the Cardinals on Sunday. By JOE SCALZO
National Hockey League
National Hockey League Preseason EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA New
Notre Dame rallies to drop Purdue, 24-21
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — A hobbled Jimmy Clausen completed a 2-yard touchdown pass to Kyle
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