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Auditions for paid film roles Friday/Saturday
LeModeln Model and Talent Agency, 7536 Market St., is calling for auditions to fill the following film roles as extras: middle-school- and high-school-age students, policemen, EMTs and townspeople.
Dedication Saturday at new Girard school
Girard City School District will have a dedication ceremony and open house Saturday at the new junior-senior high school, 1244 Shannon Road.
Scrappers come up just short against Auburn
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers pitchers allowed just four hits over nine innings Tuesday night, but
Indians lost again to White Sox
With Manny Ramirez standing in the on-deck circle ready to pinch-hit, A.J. Pierzynski hit a three-
WRTA route alterations start Sept. 12
The Western Reserve Transit Authority will have a few route alterations beginning Sept. 12.
Penguins face a big crowd on Saturday at Penn State
In 2008, as an assistant coach at Illinois, YSU coach Eric Wolford traveled to Penn State to play a
18th hole provides a closing challenge for golfers
Its purpose is to do one of two things: either empower or embarrass you. It’s the home stretch.
Flora Cafaro, Atty. Martin Yavorcik facing money-laundering charges
Flora Cafaro, part owner of the Cafaro Co., gave Atty. Martin Yavorcik more money in 2008 than the $40,000 reported to be her contribution to his political campaign, special prosecutors allege.
Ex-bin Laden aide gets life for NY prison stabbing
NEW YORK (AP) — A former top aide to Osama bin Laden has been sentenced to prison for life for
Condoleezza Rice wins Air Force Academy award
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has received an Air Force
Maine detainee harbors no resentment
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A Pakistani man detained in Maine while authorities investigated an attempted
Cops: Calif doctor gets stuck in chimney, dies
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (AP) — Police say a California doctor apparently tried to get into the home of
Murkowski narrows gap in US Senate seat in Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The hard-fought race between Sen. Lisa Murkowski and her Republican
2 killed when copter crashes in Idaho downtown
KAMIAH, Idaho (AP) — Two people were killed and another was injured when a helicopter chartered by
Texas man slits throat in court after sentencing
DALLAS (AP) — A suburban Dallas man used a razor blade to slit his throat moments after a judge
New data: many fewer US kids are in foster care
NEW YORK (AP) — New federal figures show that the number of U.S. children in foster care has dropped
NYC mayor disapproves of probe of mosque financing
NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s mayor says an investigation by the state attorney general into the
Nine escape Southington Township house fire
SOUTHINGTON The State Fire Marshal’s Office says a 1 a.m. Tuesday house fire at 4004 Phalanx
Obama: End of Iraq combat mission not victory lap
FORT BLISS, Texas (AP) — President Barack Obama told U.S. troops today that the end of combat
Golfer’s swing snags rock, sparks fire in S. Calif
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Forget “Fore!” “Fire!” was the cry of the day for a golfer whose off-target
DC Mayor faces stiff challenge in re-election bid
WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who runs Washington is in danger of losing his job. The incumbent,
Va. inmate who sought death penalty rescinds plea
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A Virginia inmate who pleaded guilty to killing his cellmate and vowed to kill
Struthers man’s seeing-eye dog found and returned
STRUTHERS A missing seeing-eye dog is home safe now with his owner. Gannon, and 8-year-old
UT hits ‘Gone With the Wind’ dress donation target
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Legions of “Gone With the Wind” fans have together donated tens of thousands of
REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at
Arraignment held for last Oakhill defendant, John Zachariah
YOUNGSTOWN John Zachariah, former Mahoning County Job and Family Services director, was arraigned
Consumer Confidence Index inches up to 53.5
NEW YORK (AP) — A private research group’s survey of Americans shows that consumer confidence
NH teen who zapped nipples during shop class sues
DOVER, N.H. (AP) — A New Hampshire high school student shocked so severely in shop class that his
Stocks slip ahead of consumer confidence report
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are edging lower in early trading as investors remain nervous about the
Caroline Giuliani’s NYC case set for dismissal
NEW YORK (AP) — The daughter of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is on track to get her
Poll: Most NYers want developers to move mosque
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A new poll finds 71 percent of New Yorkers want the developers of an Islamic
3 die in medical helicopter crash in Arkansas
SCOTLAND, Ark. (AP) — Aviation authorities say three crew members are dead after the medical
Qantas jet returns to Calif. with engine trouble
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A Qantas jet bound for Sydney, Australia, has returned to San Francisco after
AP Exclusive: Secret testimony reveals stars’ loss
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Recently unsealed grand jury testimony reveals the loss six celebrities felt
Mistakenly released prisoner recaptured
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A woman mistakenly released from a suburban Philadelphia jail while she awaited
Hearing on Gettysburg casino plan to draw hundreds
GETTYSBURG, Pa. (AP) — State regulators are set to begin hearing testimony on a divisive plan for a
Parents announce Coonce-DeLuca wedding plans
The engagement of Amie Coonce of Hubbard and Daniel DeLuca of Boardman and plans for their autumn
Rachel Maine to be bride of Jason Pryce
NEW MIDDLETOWN The engagement and marriage plans of Rachel Maine and Jason Pryce, both of
Youngstown-area children help needy, fill shoeboxes
YOUNGSTOWN Children in the Mahoning Valley Youngstown area have not only been filling book bags
SOCIETY DIGEST
McDonald K. of C. plans Wed. meeting MCDONALD The McDonald Knights of Columbus will meet at 8:30
HELOISE: Leaving keys in fridge? Be careful
Dear Readers: We recently printed a hint (that has been printed many, many times) from a reader
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Brian’ needs a good influence
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My good friend “Kathy” has an 8-year-old son, as do
Turning Tech sold; will stay in Valley
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Turning Technologies, the largest software company
Clarett signs with UFL team in Nebraska
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Youngstown native Maurice Clarett has signed a one-year contract
YSU’s Ekweremuba picks up the finer points
YSU’s Ekweremuba picks up the finer points By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s
Scrappers win an ugly one
By PETE MOLLICA sports@vindy.com NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers snapped a five-game
Traficant wins battle for ballot
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jim Traficant’s name will be on the November
Family fears someone stole seeing-eye dog
Struthers family fears someone stole German shepherd seeing-eye guide By JEANNE STARMACK
Driver pleads innocent in deaths of recruits
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN An Austintown man accused of driving a tractor-trailer
City schools chief hopeful accents achievement
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Timothy Dortch, the third finalist for the
Man gets 7 years in shooting death
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man will spend the next seven
Clemens pleads not guilty
Associated Press WASHINGTON Roger Clemens put his right hand on the lectern, leaned down toward
Police probe city’s 15th homicide of 2010
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are trying to determine how a
Ryan, others hail airship in Akron
By Jim Mackinnon Beacon Journal business writer AKRON Lockheed Martin’s highfalutin’ High
OSU unsure of plan
Associated Press COLUMBUS No. 2 Ohio State doesn’t know what to expect from Marshall. A new
Liberty man went back to the 1800s for the summer
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com liberty Living in the past is making the present more
Browns pleased with Delhomme
By MARY KAY CABOT The Cleveland Plain Dealer Berea The Browns have plenty of things to worry
Time to get your flu shot; you need just one this year
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s flu-shot season already, and for the first time, health
Prep football shuttle
Prep football shuttle POLAND The Poland athletic department will be offering a shuttle service
Desperate tactics used to zap bedbugs
Associated Press COLUMBUS A resurgence of bedbugs across the U.S. has homeowners and apartment
Before opening day, a lot of work takes place to get ready
Before opening day, a lot of work takes place to get ready By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 31, the 243rd day of 2010. There are 122 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Americans use desperate tactics to zap bedbugs
Associated Press COLUMBUS A resurgence of bedbugs across the U.S. has homeowners and apartment
Don’t send US troops to Mexico
Opinion: The escalation of drug-related violence in Mexico — including the mass execution of 72 migrants last
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers City Council Public Utilities meeting, 6 p.m., Caucus Room 11. Meeting
First-time winners crowd out usual suspects for actor awards EMMY ENVY
By ROBERT PHILPOT (Fort Worth) Star-Telegram Before Sunday night’s Emmy Awards aired, critics
Share the Fair program is for military families
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com CANFIELD Family memories of the Canfield Fair can travel
W. Side man stabbed
W. Side man stabbed YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the stabbing of a 33-year-old man on the
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Smoking cash bag leads to robbery arrest LANDISVILLE, Pa Police say a smoking bag
Updated car stickers to include fuel-efficiency, environmental data
Associated Press WASHINGTON Will your new car get an A in fuel efficiency? A government proposal
Hurricane Katrina recovery shows need for government
Editorial: It was the administration of for- mer President George W. Bush, a Republican, that formulated the
Is Palin eyeing presidency?
Opinion: From Alaska to Georgia, Sarah Palin has pursued a familiar political path this year, endorsing
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.86 —.03 Avalon
Hilton told cops purse with drugs wasn’t hers
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Paris Hilton denied owning the purse in which police say less than a
Gates attacks ‘brass creep’
Opinion: Akron Beacon Journal: On Friday, the New York Times noted the unhappiness of Robert Gates when he
No injunction against eating meat
Opinion: No injunction against eating meat The writer of the letter, “We eat without thinking”, doesn’t
Air Force troupe to give show at Packard
WARREN Tops In Blue, the U.S. Air Force’s premier entertainment showcase, will give a free concert
Top five grossing movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters for the weekend of Aug. 27-29, as reported by
Top five grossing movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters for the weekend of Aug. 27-29, as reported by
Don’t squander fuel taxes
Opinion: By Dr. TRACY C. MILLER Center for Vision & Values Not long ago, Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell
Turn down fed pay spigot
Opinion: By James Sherk Heritage Foundation Government jobs have long enjoyed a reputation for being plum
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Kara Pietrangeli and Marquavis Givins, Youngstown,
Local companies make national list
Local companies make national list warren InterGroup International, a local company that
newsmakers
newsmakers RV dealer challenges Lautner to push-ups LOS ANGELES The owner of an RV dealership
Steelers still debate quarterback position
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Right about now, Ben Roethlisberger’s suspension must seem a whole
2 tax breaks OK’d
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Separate state boards signed off on incentives Monday
Scrappers outing
Scrappers outing NILES The Boardman Lions Club is hosting 15 clients and five staff members from
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William H. Dillard, 63, of 227 Gypsy Lane,
Newspaper: Dead stay on Ohio voter rolls
Associated Press COLUMBUS Nearly 5,800 Ohioans who’ve died still are registered to vote, and
Obama looks ahead to peace in Mideast
Associated Press WASHINGTON Firmly and finally ending the U.S. combat mission in Iraq, President
7 American troops die in Afghanistan
7 American troops die in Afghanistan KABUL Roadside bombs killed seven American troops Monday —
Rodents, maggots at egg farms
Associated Press WASHINGTON Food and Drug Administration investigators have found rodents,
Venus rising
Williams sister passes first US Open test on Monday Associated Press NEW YORK Venus Williams
Canfield and Austintown police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD
Stocks drop; jobs data due
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks fell in thin trading Monday after more signs of slowing
Ursuline tops Lowellville
Staff report LOWELLVILLE Kelsey Cannell had 31 points, three aces and 22 digs, while Krista
Indonesian volcano erupts after 400 years of silence
Associated Press TANAH KARO, Indonesia Tens of thousands of people packed emergency shelters
Earl batters Caribbean, threatens US East Coast
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Hurricane Earl battered tiny islands across the
Americans spend a bit more
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans are spending a little more this summer, but it’s hardly
White Sox beat Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Manny Ramirez isn’t in the middle of Chicago’s lineup yet, and the
Pirates routed by Zambrano, Cubs
Associated Press CHICAGO Carlos Zambrano allowed one unearned run in 51/3 innings and hit a
Girard girls now 3-0
Staff report KINSMAN The Girard High girls soccer team improved to 3-0 this season with a 5-4
Group wants to set up dog park
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A new, nonprofit organization wants to put a dog
Monday, August 30 (90 stories)
Cubs’ Zambrano too much for Pirates
Carlos Zambrano allowed one unearned run in 51‚Ñ3 innings and hit a two-run homer to lead the
Scrappers get just three hits, but beat Auburn
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers snapped a five-game losing streak on Monday night with a 4-2 victory
Clarett signs with UFL team
Former Ohio State star Maurice Clarett has signed a one-year contract with the Omaha Nighthawks of
Browns excited for potential with Delhomme
The Browns have plenty of things to worry about before the season opener Sept. 12 in Tampa, but
YSU’s Obinna Ekweremuba learning football by the day
The first thing you notice about Obinna Ekweremuba is his size. The YSU sophomore is 6-foot-3, 250
Traficant makes November ballot as independent candidate
Ex-U.S. Rep. Jim Traficant’s name will be on the November ballot as an independent candidate for the
NC farm produces emerald that might be a record
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina farm has yielded an emerald that may be the biggest ever
Manning chooses civilian lawyer in WikiLeaks case
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) — An Army private suspected of giving classified material to WikiLeaks has
Budget woes sowing discord at Detroit orchestra
DETROIT (AP) — The battle between musicians and management over a tight budget is raising fears
Summer dollars rise, attendance dips for Hollywood
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood is finishing its summer with record revenue but the lowest actual movie
RV dealer challenges ‘Twilight’ star to push-ups
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The owner of an RV dealership sued by Taylor Lautner over a customized vehicle
Maine climber found after 21 years in Canadian ice
JASPER, Alberta (AP) — The body of a mountain climber from Maine has been discovered in a melting
Driver pleads not guilty to charges in traffic death of 3 Marine recruits
WARREN The Austintown man who drove the tractor trailer cab that rear-ended a car on state Route 5
Trial beginning in Islamic charity tax case
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — The co-founder of the American branch of a defunct Islamic charity is going on
Police ID alleged shooter in Mormon church killing
VISALIA, Calif. (AP) — A man who was killed in a shootout with police after allegedly gunning down a
Hurricanes roil Atlantic coast; 1 dead, 1 missing
SATELLITE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Authorities are warning people along much of the Atlantic seaboard to
Divorce trial of Dodgers owner opens in Calif.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An attorney for Jamie McCourt says her estranged husband deceived her so he could
W.Pa. officer shoots coyote headed for colleague
ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania police officer says he was saved from a coyote attack
Smoking cash bag leads to bank robbery arrest
LANDISVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Police say a smoking bag of money led them to the man who robbed a central
Patient burned in magnifying glass fire
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A mentally disabled woman is hospitalized with burns after apparently
Mom guilty in salt poisoning of infant
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A Tennessee woman has pleaded guilty but mentally ill to injecting salt water into
Group wants dog park at Boardman Park
BOARDMAN A new non-profit organization wants to put a dog park in Boardman Park. Friends of Paws
Trumbull commissioners lock in gas prices
The Trumbull County commissioners have locked in the price for natural gas at $6.67 per thousand
Biden visits Iraq to mark formal end to US combat
BAGHDAD (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden returned to Iraq today to mark this week’s formal end to
Hurricane Earl becomes Category 3 storm
MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Earl has become a major hurricane in the Caribbean, reaching Category 3
McCourt divorce trial opens in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Who owns the Los Angeles Dodgers? That’s what attorneys for Frank and Jamie
Report: Climate science panel should be better run
WASHINGTON (AP) — An international panel of scientists says the acclaimed committee studying global
Passenger dies on flight from Nigeria to Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — Delta Air Lines says a passenger was found dead aboard a flight from Lagos, Nigeria,
Stocks dip as investors enter week cautiously
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks edged lower this morning as investors took a cautious approach to trading
NYC community board head wants interfaith center
NEW YORK (AP) — The chairwoman of the community board that voted for a proposal to put a mosque near
Police capture suspect in Utah deputy’s killing
KANAB, Utah (AP) — The suspect in the shooting death of a Utah sheriff’s deputy was captured early
Oil falls below $75 on crude demand uncertainty
Oil prices fell below $75 a barrel today, torn between rallying global stock markets and continuing
Growing Hurricane Earl threatens north Caribbean
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - Hurricane Earl lashed the northeastern Caribbean with heavy rain and
Stock futures mixed ahead of busy data week
NEW YORK (AP) — Stock futures traded in a narrow range today as investors were cautious entering a
Newlywed killed following relative’s reception
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Police say a Pittsburgh man is dead after being shot following a relative’s
Police: SUV rolled down hill, into community pool
WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — Police say a teenager jumped from an out-of-control sport utility vehicle
Professionals sought
Professionals sought YOUNGSTOWN Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four
HELOISE: Keeping a list of things to do
Dear Heloise: Being partly disabled, I keep a small notebook by my chair. I have a list of 10 things
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: His wife wanted to have it both ways
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wife and I have been together for 17 years —
Ohio rejects $1.6M for MYCAP programs
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An embattled Mahoning County community
Phantoms defender Bradley returns home
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN When Youngstown Phantoms defenseman Chris Bradley
Doubledays double up the bottom-feeding Scrappers
Staff report Auburn, N.Y. The losing streak continues for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, who
Kid-athlete ER visits for concussions soar
Associated Press CHICAGO Emergency-room visits for school-age athletes with concussions has
First Panerathon benefits new breast-care center
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The theme song from “Rocky” sent off more than
Masonic Temple recovers 1909 relics of its roots
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown Masonic Temple members celebrated the
Valley woman crusades against texting
By Kristine Gill kgill@vindy.com Youngstown Wendi Briggs didn’t know her husband’s second
Penguin soccer team falls at Toledo, 4-1
Penguin soccer team falls at Toledo, 4-1 Toledo Freshman Allison Ludwig scored her fifth goal of
5 years after Katrina, revival isn’t complete
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Gulf Coast residents tried to put Hurricane Katrina behind them
IN FOCUS: Through Lisa’s eyes
PHOTOS AND STORY BY LISA-ANN ISHIHARA laishihara@gmail.com In the 9,036 days of my existence,
Valley native finds more than relief in comics
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Batman foe The Joker once told the caped
Organizers hope prayer walk puts city on a positive course
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown Converge on Youngstown, a prayer walk, gets
Pirates drop 13th straight road contest
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Trevor Hoffman earned his 599th career save and Ryan Braun homered as
Several rookies impress Buckeye coaches
Associated Press Columbus Stocked with veterans throughout the two-deep, No. 2 Ohio State has
After 3 decades, Canfield officer retires
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Andy Bodzak’s legacy will echo in the halls of the
Polka, Pirogi & Much More
More than 1,000 people partake in Polish culture in Austintown event By BOB JACKSON
Steel Curtain dented by Denver in dress rehearsal
Associated Press DENVER Ben Roethlisberger gave way to his backups after a quick night’s work.
Canfield, Fitch volleyball teams win
Staff report canfield In the season opener for each school, the Canfield High volleyball team
Drug is blamed for deaths
Associated Press WASHINGTON Andrew White returned from a nine-month tour in Iraq beset with
There are gentle giants in Amish land
Opinion: I have now completed 22 years of my Amish Country picture taking odyssey. More than 600 round trips
Associated Press
Associated Press LOS ANGELES “Modern Family” is the winner of the best comedy series Emmy Award.
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints PHH Mortgage Corp. v. Jeremy F. Cromley et al,
7 US troops killed in Afghanistan
7 US troops killed in Afghanistan kabul Seven U.S. troops have died in weekend attacks in
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Beaver Local Schools Fiscal Commission, 10:30 a.m., administration building,
Investing in tomorrow
Opinion: Investing in tomorrow The Ironton Tribune: Say what you will about the federal government’s
video game review
‘STARCRAFT II: WINGS OF LIBERTY’ Grade: A Info: Blizzard Entertainment, for PC and Mac OS;
Numbers shock the system
Opinion: WASHINGTON Various figures denote vexing social problems. They include 10,000 (the number of new
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Mistaken identity lands pastor in jail SHREVEPORT, La. A series of unfortunate
Analysts say stocks are dirt cheap now
Associated Press NEW YORK With the market down three weeks in a row, investors are
Sanofi-Aventis offers $18.5B for Genzyme
Sanofi-Aventis offers $18.5B for Genzyme new york French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis SA on Sunday
A narrow religious view on stem cells finds favor in court
Editorial: Science, religion, law and politics continue to collide in the battle over the use of embryonic
newsmakers
newsmakers Bullock marks 5th anniversary of Katrina NEW ORLEANS Oscar-winning actress Sandra
A struggle for soul of Pakistan
Opinion: A shocking e-mail last week informed me of a Philadelphian murdered in Pakistan. Habib Peer, 60,
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Oil spill puts BP’s long-term strategy at risk
Associated Press LONDON At a celebration of BP’s centennial last October, CEO Tony Hayward
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2010. There are 123 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Energy reform stalled in Senate
Opinion: Energy reform stalled in Senate This summer, the Senate was expected to debate a comprehensive
Clinton era offers lessons for Obama
Opinion: Sixteen years ago, as the summer of 1994 came to a close, then-President Clinton could see that his
Kuchar claims Barclays title in playoff
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Matt Kuchar stopped practicing for a playoff and walked over to
Charged with assault
Charged with assault youngstown Damian J. Rodriguez, 36, of Oxford Street, Campbell, is in
Audits show US wasted billions in rebuilding Iraq
Associated Press KHAN BANI SAAD, Iraq A $40 million prison sits in the desert north of Baghdad,
Domo arigato! Team Japan wins LLWS
Associated Press SO. WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Japan’s players weren’t about to leave the Lamade Stadium
Man fatally shot
Man fatally shot NEW CASTLE, Pa. A 45-year-old Volant, Pa., man was shot and killed on the west
Indians fall to Royals
Associated Press CLEVELAND Bruce Chen and Kila Ka’aihue stayed aggressive, and the Kansas City
Rock fans, take Heart: Wilsons release CD
By Marian Liu The Seattle Times SEATTLE Nancy and Ann Wilson are two of Seattle’s most famous
Boris Said wins Nationwide race despite spinout
Associated Press MONTREAL Boris Said came back from an early spin and won the Nationwide race at
2010 Fair Admission
2010 Fair Admission The 164th Canfield Fair kicks off Wednesday. Tickets are on sale each day at
Hundreds Jam for Jesus, enjoy a medley of fun family frolics
People jammed to music and enjoyed pets, games, good food and even a dunk tank during Sunday’s Jammin’ for Jesus fest.
Sunday, August 29 (96 stories)
Charges pending against driver who struck, killed man in Columbiana County
Staff Report hanover township The Lisbon Post of Ohio State Highway Patrol said charges are
Jammin’ for Jesus: Hundreds enjoy Christian-centered fun in Youngstown
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At the Jammin’ for Jesus event at Fairview
Valley’s Polish Day celebrates more than just polka and pierogi
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Aundrea Cika Heschmeyer had a simple, to-the-point
Authorities bust a bounty of 40,000 marijuana plants in Ohio this month
LATHAM, Ohio (AP) — Authorities have found more than 40,000 pot plants in Ohio this month — almost
Man, 45, shot and killed in New Castle
Staff Report NEW CASTLE, Pa. A 45-year-old Volant, Pa., man was shot and killed on the west side
Valley woman crusades for Oprah’s No Text Pledge
By Kristine Gill kgill@vindy.com Youngstown Wendi Briggs didn’t know her husband’s second
On Sept. 11, marchers will converge downtown for prayer, ceremony to end violence
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown Converge on Youngstown, a prayer walk, gets
Gates-Bowes wedding plans are announced
STRUTHERS Gary and Donna Gates of Struthers are announcing the engagement and plans for the fall
Parents reveal Miss Sanetrick to wed Mr. Heeter
The engagement of Gina Marie Sanetrick, daughter of Joseph and Donna Sanetrick of Canfield, and
Lisa Scott | Keith Eich
La Canada, Calif. A honeymoon in Kauai, Hawaii, followed the July 17 wedding of Lisa Michelle
Jenelle Hallos | Joel Wolfe
NORTH JACKSON The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 1:30 p.m. ceremony as Jenelle
Lisa Trinkaus | Jacob Terlecki
YOUNGSTOWN Lisa M. Trinkaus and Jacob N. Terlecki, both of Newburg, Md., were united in marriage
Deborah Guerriero | William Robb Jr.
ROCK CREEK, Ohio Deborah L. Guerriero and William J. Robb Jr., both of Coitsville, were united in
Children honor Weavers for 56th anniversary
CAMPBELL The children of Franklin and Elvira Weaver of Campbell honored the couple at a 56th
Mitchells mark golden date at private party
HUBBARD Mr. and Mrs. William Mitchell of Hubbard celebrated the 50th anniversary of their marriage
Dinner party marks Rusu anniversary
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. David Rusu of Struthers celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug.
Dinner party pays tribute to Hitchcocks’ 60th
CANFIELD Harold and Arlene Hitchcock, of Canfield, celebrated the 60th anniversary of their
McMurrays mark golden year at family party
COLUMBIANA Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. McMurray of Columbiana celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Honors society tickets on sale
Honors society tickets on sale WARREN The S.C.O.P.E. Society of Honors will be at 11:45 a.m.
Dogs are invited to Puppy Palooza
NORTH JACKSON Dogs that get along well with other dogs are welcome at the second annual Puppy
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Trust issues plague couple
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I love my girlfriend, “Candy,” with all my heart.
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will have a sack lunch at noon at the Davis Education and Visitor Center. The
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Brownstone Court, 50 Struthers-Coitsville
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Funds for cystic fibrosis research will be raised with Great Strides
BOARDMAN Funds from the 11th annual Great Strides walk and from the 6th annual Tee Off to Cure CF
Dahlia show continues today at Davis Center
The Fall Dahlia and Flower show continues today at Mill Creek MetroParks Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Mill Creek road closings today for Panerathon
Mill Creek MetroParks is closing four roads today for the Panerathon 10-kilometer race.
It's one for the money at YSU
Big-name game payday softens likelihood of loss By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Spartans’ fun in the sun
By john bassetti bassetti@vindy.com BOARDMAN It’s a time of year more suitable for lemonade
Fair memories in the making
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield “Making Memories,” the theme of the 164th Canfield
Tough love powers YSU roster overhaul
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Motivation is simple. You eliminate those who are
Razing of old Hubbard High gives rise to emotion
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Hubbard Students and alumni grabbed scattered bricks as a
Packing a special message for schoolkids
Central Square event offers spiritual component By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Todor: Raiders rebound; Cowboys rebuild
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Girard event keeps spotlight on unsolved murders, distributes free school supplies
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Hit parade doesn’t net win for lowly Scrappers
Staff report Auburn, N.Y. Thirteen hits powered the Mahoning Valley Scrappers on Saturday night,
Cardinals, Tigers roll to shutout soccer victories
Staff report CANFIELD PJ Stickle scored two goals to lead the Canfield High boys soccer team
People to People Ambassadors are ... TEEN TRAVELERS
By JoAnn Jones news@vindy.com Seventeen-year-old Austin Butler of Sebring couldn’t stop talking
Boardman, Mooney, Lakeview record volleyball victories
GIRARD Amanda Volosin had 10 points, four aces, six kills and 16 assists as the Boardman High
Fire injures Howland woman
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has settled a lawsuit with three former employees at the state’s
Metro digest || Mayor, wife’s first delivered Saturday
Mayor, wife’s first delivered Saturday Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams and his wife, Sonja,
MILESTONES || Frank Rugiero, Kelly Williams
MILESTONES LEADERSHIP Crafting policy Frank Ruggiero, formerly of Youngstown and Austintown,
Pioneering Valley surgeon exits ER, enters vineyard
Dr. Michael S. Kavic, director of education and general surgery at St. Elizabeth Health Center, will retire this week.
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vPolish Day, noon to 8:30 p.m.: Polish food, music and culture takes
Collectors seek glass, silver sardine dishes
The foods we favor have changed as technology has changed. A method of preserving food in glass
Ohio St. tries to temper hype of high hopes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Terrelle Pryor doesn’t read a lot. Sure, he keeps up with his
Surplus food
Surplus food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown.
Dr. Kavic's ILLUSTRIOUS CAREER
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Heacock holdovers dominate depth chart for PSU game
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN YSU coach Eric Wolford may have brought in a lot of
Years Ago
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Federer confident for US Open
Associated Press NEW YORK Riding in a car a few days before the start of the 2010 U.S. Open,
Franchitti takes IRL race in Illinois
Associated Press JOLIET, Ill. A strategy gamble put Dario Franchitti in position to win. And
Children who disobey are not happy campers
McClatchy Newspapers Q. I recently read an article that said adults need to earn the respect of
Surrogate living room
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FC Dallas sets road record in tie with Crew
Associated Press COLUMBUS FC Dallas set a Major League Soccer record for going unbeaten on the
No defense for Browns’ poor outing
Associated Press DETROIT The Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns were encouraged by positive
Brookfield falls to Garfield Heights
Staff report GARFIELD HEIGHTS Ryan McSweeney passed for 138 yards to lead Garfield Heights
Fukudome’s clutch homer leads Chicago past Cincy
Associated Press CINCINNATI One bad fastball turned into Bronson Arroyo’s undoing. Kosuke
Saturday’s other MLB games
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Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Surprised Laird on top of Barclays leaderboard
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Martin Laird suspected that four straight birdies early in the
Sundays at Stambaugh shows set
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2010 Fair Admission
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Nation divided by quake unites for trapped miners
Associated Press SAN JOSE MINE, Chile Just six months ago, one of the largest earthquakes in a
ON THE AIR
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Cabrera home run in tenth powers Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Asdrubal Cabrera led off the 10th inning with a home run to give the
Ambrose wins pole position for Montreal race
Associated Press MONTREAL Marcos Ambrose again took care of business in Nationwide qualifying at
Big Daddy makes this ‘Cat’ hot
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Anita Baker works through the drama
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A judge shouldn’t have to define appropriate behavior
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Medical marijuana to fight cancer?
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A mother’s thanks to the voters
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SCHEDULE OF CANFIELD FAIR EVENTS Wednesday through Labor Day
The 164th Canfield Fair begins Wednesday and runs through Labor Day, Sept. 6. Gates open at 8 a.m.
Boardman native’s film captures trials, joy of Chinese girl’s adoption
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com In a remarkable segment early in Stephanie Wang-Breal’s
Hey, Jimbo, you need to call Blago
Opinion: If, by some occurrence of political madness, the Mahoning Valley’s most famous felon, James A.
ART LENDS APPEAL
Every show is a blockbuster at Philadelphia International Airport McClatchy Newspapers
Hawaii faces Japan in World Series finale
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA. Hawaii’s offensive punch followed Japan’s stirring win
Agenda Monday
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PM puts Iraq on highest terror alert
PM puts Iraq on highest terror alert BAGHDAD Iraq’s prime minister put his nation on its highest
Symbolic Katrina funeral aims to heal
Associated Press CHALMETTE, La. Hundreds of mourners dropped notes, cards and letters — many of
Militants in US uniforms storm 2 NATO bases
Associated Press KABUL U.S. and Afghan troops repelled attackers wearing American uniforms and
Fire injures Howland woman
Staff report Howland A township woman is in Akron Children’s Hospital Burn Unit after a home she
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Struthers School District is among the 18 Mahoning Valley districts rated Excellent by
Let’s be honest about taxes
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Beck rally draws vast crowd
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Youngstown not among Race to the Top winners
Editorial: Although it was widely known that the school district with the worst academic performance in Ohio
Outside eyes are helpful
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Dr. Kavic PROFILE
PROFILE Dr. Michael S. Kavic Hometown: Dravosburg, Pa. Residence: Canfield. Family: Wife,
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Howland woman in burn unit
A township woman is in Akron Children’s Hospital Burn Unit after a home she was in caught fire.
Liberty locks in lower gas prices
Dominion East Ohio Gas customers in Liberty will see lower prices from January to March 2011 because Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council bought gas for $6.66 per MCF (measure cubic feet).
Mayor, Mrs. Wiliams welcome first child today
Mayor Jay Williams and his wife, Sonja, welcomed their first child over the weekend.
Crash on US 224 at Parkside tonight
Township police and Ohio State Highway Patrol are on the scene of a two-car accident tonight.
Browns fall to Lions, 35-17
DETROIT (AP) — Matthew Stafford threw a touchdown pass, rookie Jahvid Best had a 51-yard run and
YSU v. BCS teams: The benefits
Standing on the Stambaugh Stadium sidelines in mid-August, YSU athletic director Ron Strollo looked up in the stands and pointed at the red chairback seats.
Tiger tumbles with a triple bogey at Barclays
PARAMUS, N.J. (AP) — One swing cost Tiger Woods any chance of winning The Barclays. Now he can only
Beck, Palin: Restore traditional American values
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Conservative commentator Glenn Beck and tea party champion Sarah Palin appealed Saturday to a vast, predominantly white crowd on the National Mall to help restore traditional American values and honor Martin Luther King's message. Civil rights leaders who accused the group of hijacking King's legacy held their own rally and march.
Interstate I-680 ramp to close Monday
The Interstate 680 northbound ramp to Woodland Avenue will be closed beginning Monday.
A blast with friends from the past
Poland neighbors and friends from the ‘60s and ‘70s reunited Aug. 14 for a day of old-fashioned fun.
SOCIETY DIGEST
Memory Walk to be in park BOARDMAN Residents of Mahoning Country are invited to participate in
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She’s fired up over getting fired
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I just got fired yesterday. In all my 18 years of
HELOISE: Have a plan to keep pets safe
Dear Readers: When faced with a grab-it-and-go emergency in your home (fire or flooding) or a
Driver of car that crashed into house was drunk
An autopsy report from the Mahoning County coroner’s office shows the driver of a car that crashed into a Campbell residence at 80 to 90 mph April 24, killing himself and two passengers, was highly intoxicated.
Attorney general will hold CHS to promises
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray said he
YSU officials to testify in payroll case
PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN More than 20 names, including those of key
Rams have Devil of a time in opener
By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com mineral ridge If not two firsts, then at least one first
Section of I-680 named for Valley Vietnam War hero
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWn The Navy’s Richard “Doc” Powell is a hero to
Oshay can you see? Lawrence lifts East
By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com liberty All summer, East coach Brian Shaner went the
Campbell mayor pleads innocent to drunken driving
Staff Report LISBON Campbell Mayor George Krinos pleaded innocent Friday morning in Columbiana
Range returns to power
By Jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com North Lima With holes in his gloves, dirt on his face and
YSU put through its paces for 2010 opener
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The YSU football team will get ready for game day by
Fitch consistent in Chaney rout
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Eighteen minutes into the 2010 football season,
Woman indicted in death of boyfriend
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted
Pretrial hearing set in firefighter arson case
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Sebring A former Sebring volunteer firefighter will be back
Girard suffers loss of game and receiver
By Pete mollica mollica@vindy.com GIRARD For just over 15 minutes Friday Girard High’s
Traficant likely to get name on ballot
By Ashley Luthern and ED RUNYAN aluthern@vindy.com runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jim Traficant
ABLE to offer more sessions for adult reading, writing, math
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown City Schools’ Adult Basic and Literacy Education Program,
Motorcyclist, 32, killed in crash with car
Staff report warren A 32-year-old Hubbard man was killed when his motorcycle struck the back of
Ohio supt. vows takeover if Y-town scores don’t rise
How school districts in the Mahoning Valley performed on state report cards for the 2009-10 acadmic year. They were issued Friday
Babies and books having bonding experience
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Babies 6 to 23 months were bonding with books at the Poland
Library crowns teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
Poland volleyball team a scrappy bunch
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Poland High girls volleyball team graduated four seniors
Iowa OK’d egg farm tied to ‘habitual violator’
Associated Press GALT, Iowa The owner of an egg farm at the center of a massive salmonella
Pirates invade Poland library
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The activity room at Poland library was filled with pirates
Sports briefs
Spartan girls net win The Boardman girls tennis team defeated Cardinal Mooney 2-1. In varsity
Saturday, August 28
Saturday, August 28 Varsity football vs. Woodrow Wilson D.C., 3 p.m. Sunday, August 29
Babies and books having bonding experience
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Babies 6 to 23 months were bonding with books at the Poland
Poland Police Blotter
Aug. 4 Theft: Two nail guns, assorted tools and a digital camera were stolen from a residence in
Adventure Camp wraps up another summer
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group children from Boardman and Poland said goodbye to
Poland briefs
Poland starts new football game tradition Poland Seminary High School is hosting its first
Canfield briefs
Singers needed for Canfield Fair service On Sept. 5, the Canfield Fair Choir will perform during
Sports briefs
Girls golf impresses The Canfield girls golf team carded a 172 in their match against Niles Monday
Share your thoughts on Boardman Township
Boardman Township residents have a new opportunity to share concerns, hopes and aspirations for the
Penguins youth swimmers compete in Nebraska
Five area swimmers from Penguin Swimming competed in the USA Swimming Central Zone Age Group
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four outstanding professionals to visit the
Boardman police sergeant fitted for ‘blue coat’
Staff report A township police officer was presented with the “Blue Coat Award” at the trustees’
Birthday girl celebrates in Kayla-land
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Kayla Jadue spent her seventh birthday traveling through
Bowen-Duncan doubles bowling champs
The Boardman Summer Doubles League finished its 13-week season at Boardman Lanes and for the second
Four seniors lead Poland tennis team
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com After going 12-5 overall last season and 5-3 in All-American
Fitch spikers seek for improved year
BY GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Fitch volleyball Falcons were 4-19 a season ago, but that
Birthday girl celebrates in Kayla-land
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Kayla Jadue spent her seventh birthday traveling through
Saturday, August 28
Saturday, August 28 Freshman football Hubbard at Poland, noon Junior varsity football
Birthday girl celebrates in Kayla-land
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Kayla Jadue spent her seventh birthday traveling through
Boardman Police Blotter
Aug. 7 Arrest: Lordstown police handed to Boardman authorities 32-year-old Michael E. Jenkins, 304
Austintown briefs
Create a craft at the library in September Children of all ages can make and take a craft during
Library crowns teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
Sports briefs
Fitch kicks off soccer season with a win The Fitch girls soccer team defeated Cardinal Mooney on
Library program offers baby brain gain
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The Austintown library children’s room was filled with budding
Sports briefs
Poland girls golf history clarification The Bulldogs were the All-American Conference 18-hole
Austintown Fitch students can go to school online this year
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com School district officials said offering online classes at
New choir director ready to make music
The halls of two Poland schools are alive with the sound of a new music director. Canfield
Boardman briefs
Top readers honored during NASA program Children of all ages can sign up to learn NASA history and
Austintown Police Blotter
Aug. 8 Traffic pursuit: Kurt C. Morris was arrested after a traffic pursuit at Norquest Boulevard
Ohio museum of art selects new chief
Ohio museum of art selects new chief CLEVELAND The deputy director of the National Gallery of
Poland volleyball team a scrappy bunch
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Poland High girls volleyball team graduated four seniors
New choir director ready to make music
The halls of two Poland schools are alive with the sound of a new music director. Canfield
Library hosts family storytime
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com Reading was a family affair at the Boardman library Aug. 18,
Babies and books having bonding experience
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Babies 6 to 23 months were bonding with books at the Poland
Holy Family student medals at figure skating event
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Nora Carlson, of Canfield, has been figure skating since she
Four seniors lead Poland tennis team
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com After going 12-5 overall last season and 5-3 in All-American
Library crowns teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
Birthday girl celebrates in Kayla-land
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Kayla Jadue spent her seventh birthday traveling through
Boardman spikers feature experienced squad
BY GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Head coach Glenn Sivak, in his fifth season as head coach of
Boardman tennis coach brings pro experience
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Joe Dagati returns to the area to become the girls tennis
Ice Zone figure skater medals at competition
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Nora Carlson, of Canfield, has been figure skating since she
Public library crowns Valley’s teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
New choir director ready to make music
The halls of two Poland schools are alive with the sound of a new music director. Canfield
Library hosts family storytime
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com Reading was a family affair at the Boardman library Aug. 18,
Ag camp teaches kids about the fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The county fair was the hot topic at Mill Creek MetroParks
Tennis team puts Canfield on the map
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield girls tennis program is one of the top net
Business women’s group hosts fashion show
The Network Council of the Mahoning Valley, representing three local chapters of American Business
Hilltop’s newest students get sneak peek of school
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Children entering kindergarten this fall at Hilltop
Volleyball team stands taller and together
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Head Coach Ronie Haurin returns for her 15th campaign, hoping
Carousel Center celebrates
Ten individuals with disabilities, along with the passionate staff of the Carousel Center, took a few moments Aug. 18 to say thank You.
Figure skating medalist
Nora Carlson, of Canfield, has been figure skating since she was 3 years old, and now, at the age of 11, she has returned from competing at the Lake Placid International Dance Championships with a first place medal, a second place medal and a third place medal.
Fitch netters look to climb Fed ladder
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Fitch tennis team finished 6-10 in 2009, but a fifth-place
Rolling dice on the budget
Opinion: COLUMBUS The Ohio Budget Planning Management Commission, the lawmaker panel that is developing
Militants tied to al-Qaida aim to destabilize Somalia
Editorial: A year ago, it seemed that the United States had delivered a crippling blow to terrorists in the
GO&DO Saturday
TODAY Dances Don Wojtila, 8 p.m., Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; 330-545-8995. Fairs,
Program aids small business
Staff report youngstown Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray met Friday with members of the
It’s more than a mosque
Opinion: The controversy over a proposed mosque near ground zero in Lower Manhattan preoccupies an increasing
Kids on a plane
Opinion: The Columbus Dispatch: Parents have enough things to worry about. They shouldn’t have to fret about
P&G CEO earns $13.1M
Associated Press CINCINNATI Procter & Gamble Co. CEO Bob McDonald earned some $13.1 million in
Selected local stocks
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US birth rate drops to lowest in at least a century
Associated Press Forget the Dow and the GDP. Here’s the latest economic indicator: The U.S. birth
Job interviews
Job interviews boardman InfoCision Management Corp. will have open interviews for call-center
Lawn concert to be held Sunday
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YSU CASE | Witness list
A total of 10 people who would have been beneficiaries of unauthorized pension credit in the
BIBLE PREDICTIONS
Think about a few of these biblical prophecies. Restoration of Israel: Ezekiel predicted it 600
Dominion sues gas owners
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. After negotiating for a decade, Dominion Transmission is
ABOUT THE RATINGS
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DeWine says Cordray is ‘anti-jobs’
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS The Republican nominee for attorney general called
Standards explained
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Bishop Eaton ordains 3 new ministers for region
Staff report alliance Bishop Elizabeth Eaton of the Northeastern Ohio Synod of the Evangelical
30,000 expected at convention
McClatchy Newspapers The country’s largest African-American denomination, the National Baptist
Economy edges closer to stalling
Associated Press WASHINGTON The economy turns out to be weaker than we thought, and the
Victory over burdens in life
Troubles can plague every single one of us. Right now, your situation may be pretty bleak and it
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against these people. Ricky W. Paige
Sales up for back-to-school
By Kristine Gill kgill@vindy.com Youngstown Students might not be thrilled about the start of
Metro digest || Hanni elected
Hanni elected youngstown Rachel Hanni, 24, a city school board member, has been elected the new
Driver who crashed into house was drunk
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An autopsy report from the Mahoning County coroner’s office shows the
‘End- time’ attracts interest
Last week, residents of Michigan were treated to a magnificent light show as the Aurora Borealis
Contingents from Ohio, Valley trek to Beck D.C. rally
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON On the eve of conservative commentator Glenn Beck’s rally at the
Windham opens 2010 with a win
By Ryan Jones sports@vindy.com North Jackson Following a season filled with disappointment,
Clegg passes West. Reserve past Mathews
By Jim flick sports@vindy.com VIENNA Quarterback Jeffrey Clegg threw three touchdown passes
YSU v-ball team is young
Staff report Youngstown With a new coaching staff, four new starters and eight newcomers, it’s
Mooney pulls past Pickerington North
Staff report PICKERINGTON Roosevelt Griffin carried 13 times for 79 yards and a touchdown to
Lakeview’s O overwhelms Struthers
By Doug Chapin sports@vindy.com CORTLAND Judging by the offensive production in the first
Scrappers are routed by Doubledays
Staff report AUBURN, N.Y. Gustavo Pierre had four hits, and Oliver Dominguez had three hits and
Lowellville holds on to defeat YCS in opener
By Chuck housteau sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Confidence can play a key role for high school
Columbiana and Crestview fall
Staff report COLUMBIANA Monroe Central quarterback Tyler Kinchen engineered five scoring drives
Tiger struggles; Mickelson misses cut
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Jason Day can’t get a straight answer from doctors on the
Mixed bag in Ohio: Marks show gains, declines from ’09
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS — Ohio’s high school graduation rate dropped, and fifth-
Prep football roundup || 5 schools
Staff report Aurora Canfield’s four turnovers proved to be costly in a 24-19 loss to the Aurora
Friday, August 27 (109 stories)
Hubbard motorcyclist killed tonight
A 32-year-old Hubbard man was killed when his motorcycle struck the back of a stopped car on North Leavitt Road at 1:17 p.m. Friday, ejecting him.
Part of I-680 renamed for "Doc" Powell, local hero
The Navy’s Richard “Doc” Powell is a hero to the Marines he was taking care of when he lost his life on Hill 55, an area known as Dodge City, just south of Da Nang, Vietnam, on Aug. 29, 1968.
Justice Dept. approves United/Continental merger
The United States Justice Department has approved the planned $3 billion merger between United Airlines and Continental Airlines, the New York Times is reporting on its website.
Driver who crashed into Campbell home in April was drunk
Driver who crashed into Campbell home in April was drunk
Dewine criticizes Cordray for criticizing Kasich proposal
Dewine criticizes Cordray for criticizing Kasich proposal
Ohio AG will hold buyer of Forum Health to commitments, including charity care
Ohio AG will hold buyer of Forum Health to commitments, including charity care
Recession may have pushed U.S. birth rate to new low
Recession may have pushed U.S. birth rate to new low
Pitcher Stephen Strasburg likely to have Tommy John surgery
Strasburg likely to have Tommy John surgery
Ohio’s graduation rate has dropped
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s high school graduation rate dropped, and fifth-graders statewide failed to meet
AAA: More people will hit the road this Labor Day weekend
AAA: More people will hit the road this Labor Day weekend
REPORT CARDS | Mahoning County designations
The Ohio Department of Education released school report cards this morning for 2009-10. The
REPORT CARDS | Trumbull County designations
The Ohio Department of Education released school report cards this morning for 2009-10. The
REPORT CARDS | Columbiana County designations
The Ohio Department of Education released school report cards this morning for 2009-10. The
U.N.: 1 million more displaced by flooding in Pakistan
U.N.: 1 million more displaced by flooding in Pakistan
Economic growth slows to 1.6 percent in the spring
Economic growth slows to 1.6 percent in the spring
LOUIE TODAY: AG Cordray; YPD suspect shooting
Attorney General Richard Cordray will be in Louie Free's downtown studio Friday to talk about law enforcement across the region and state.
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Realizing they’d rushed situation
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My boyfriend and I met each other at a military
HELOISE: Contact cases double their use
Dear Heloise: I wear contact lenses and have extra cases that came free when I bought products.
Greenford Ruritan prepared to serve
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Seven area Scottish Rite Masons to be honored at council meeting
PHILADELPHIA The Supreme Council of Scottish Rite Freemasonry will elevate some 163 Thirty-second
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter, ABWA, will host its Sept. 14 meeting at 6 p.m. at A La Cart in
Columbiana’s Joshua Dixon school gets a makeover
Columbiana’s Joshua Dixon school gets a makeover By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com
Chief justice addresses municipal-court issue
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Municipal Court is “unsafe,” and
Cooper super as ’Dogs top Hubbard
Cooper super as ’Dogs top Hubbard By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Poland With 25 seconds left
Acclaimed downtown eatery closes
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The Rosetta Stone Cafe & Wine Bar closed its doors
Devils go down in New Middletown
By Jon Moffett jmoffet@vindy.com New Middletown It was a little chilly at Springfield High on
Leetonia wins battle of adversity
Despite falling behind 14-0 in the first quarter, the Lisbon High football team had several opportunities to get back into Thursday’s game against their Spaghetti Bowl rival, Leetonia.
Man to face charge in Girard robbery
Staff report girard Frank W. Prusky, 42, is in the Trumbull County jail on an aggravated-robbery
Beachum opts for redshirt season at Penn St.
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Since the time Brandon Beachum starting playing
Boy, 7, on mend after dog attack
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mental and physical recovery are coming
Ursuline gets 3-peat bid off to a fast start
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Ursuline Irish varsity players could have
$2.8M pact for Oakhill work awarded
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Building Commission
Howland wastes no time stinging Lakeside for three early touchdowns
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com ASHTABULA Howland High football coach Dick Angle could not
Activist discusses race, Haiti
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Even though much progress has been made in the last
5 demolition contracts awarded
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners awarded the
Traficant ballot-spot decision due Sept. 1
‘Justice for Jim’ rally set today in Uptown Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Board
Austintown panel OKs rezoning for St. Anne Church
Staff report austintown The five members of Austintown Township Zoning Commission have approved
WRTA moves into new offices, plans station upgrade
The WRTA building at 604 Mahoning Ave., featuring this mural, was recently expanded with federal stimulus money. The money also provided new vehicles, surveillance cameras and bus shelters, and led to 20 new hires.
Positive outcome in the Gulf
Opinion: The greatest offshore oil spill in the history of the country seems under control. The well has
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vParty on the River, 5 p.m.: End-of-week fun at B&O Station, 530
Defending Montreal
Associated Press Carl Edwards thought he had no chance of catching Marcos Ambrose in the waning
Fitch boys rally following halftime to stun Harding, 3-2
Staff report WARREN Austintown Fitch trailed 2-0 at halftime before rallying for three goals to
Metro digest || Puppies rescued
Puppies rescued youngstown Twelve pitbull-mix puppies were removed by humane agents from
Finalists forums
Finalists forums YOUNGSTOWN The location of the Tuesday community forum for one of the finalists
Obama speech to stress shift in focus from Iraq to Afghanistan
Associated Press VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. With his Oval Office speech Tuesday night, President
HP raises bid for 3Par, besting Dell
HP raises bid for 3Par, besting Dell SEATTLE Hewlett-Packard Co. again has raised its bid for
Republicans need to lower their expectations
Opinion: In 2008, “60 Minutes” visited Denmark to report on a survey of international happiness conducted by
Selected local stocks
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Job scarcity puts more at risk for foreclosure
Associated Press WASHINGTON The jobs crisis is putting more Americans at risk of losing their
Beginning of new school year offers challenges, possibilities
Editorial: A lot has changed in the 12 years since today’s high school senior was a kindergartner, but one
Presidential judgment is not infallible
Opinion: By Andrew J. BACEVICH Los Angeles Times Fifty years ago this summer, with Americans riveted by a
Tuner mandate a bad call
Opinion: Tuner mandate a bad call Los Angeles Times: Musicians have long sought to collect royalties from
NYC mayor seeks calm after attack on Muslim cabdriver
Associated Press NEW YORK A Muslim cabdriver whose face and throat were slashed in a suspected
CDC: Flu death figures mislead
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Most reports about seasonal influenza cite an average of about
POP CULTURE Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. Your column said “Yes, cancer can be funny.” Cancer
Toyota recalls Corollas, Matrixes
Associated Press NEW YORK Toyota recalled 1.33 million Corolla sedans and Matrix hatchbacks in
Texas advances to US final at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Texas is moving on to the U.S. final of the Little
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Russell R. Zinz, 31, of 211 Aldrich Ave., Austintown,
North Korea’s Kim on unexpected China visit
Associated Press JILIN, China North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il turned up in China in a
Suspended police officer saves baby
Associated Press FELICITY, Ohio A suspended Ohio police captain facing a possible prison term is
Baghdatis is defeated in Pilot Pen quarterfinals
Associated Press NEW HAVEN, Conn. Sergiy Stakhovsky completed two matches on Thursday, but it
Indians finally don’t go to the dogs, get a win
Associated Press CLEVELAND The dog days of summer have been unkind to the Cleveland Indians, who
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Liberty Assembly of God, 6779 Belmont Ave., Girard, clothing giveaway and
Karzai questions drawdown time line
Karzai questions drawdown time line KABUL, Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai on Thursday
Brazin leads Falls to 27-point rout over Kenmore
By PETE MOLLICA sports@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Newton Falls quarterback Matt Brazin is only a
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2010. There are 126 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Who’s running for auditor?
Opinion: The down-ticket statewide races don’t typically receive much attention. There aren’t too many
oddly enough
oddly enough Yacht stolen from Mexico washes up on Florida coast PENSACOLA, Fla. Authorities
birthdays
birthdays Musician Daryl Dragon of the Captain and Tennille is 68. Actress Tuesday Weld is 67.
20 NE Ohio groups apply jointly for grant
Staff report CLEVELAND More than 20 public- and private-sector organizations submitted on behalf
Tiger shoots 65 to tie for lead
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Yes, that really was Tiger Woods’ name atop the leaderboard. In
Court OKs procedures for auction of racino
Special to The Vindicator NEW CASTLE, Pa. A U.S. bankruptcy court in Delaware has agreed to
Sharon Sprints limited, charity in Mercer
Staff report HARTFORD Tonight’s action at Sharon Speedway will be the conclusion of points
Workshop to focus on family history
Staff report youngstown Steel Valley Voices: An Ethnic Community Archive will sponsor a free
Power’s road power to be tested on final four oval races
Associated Press SONOMA, Calif. His dominating run through the IndyCar Series road and street
Browns to unveil honor roll at game on Sept. 19
Associated Press BEREA When he coached in Green Bay, Mike Holmgren would point to the names
Judge rejects bond for suspect in series of 14 stabbing deaths
Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Elias Abuelazam arrived back in Michigan on Thursday shackled,
Benefit bike ride to roll from YSU to Thiel College
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A bike ride from Youngs-town to Greenville, Pa., to help raise funds for
Vocalist to kick off series at YSU
Staff report youngstown Sophia Brooks, an internationally known vocalist who studied at
Columbiana Co. audit brings fine
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County officials will have to pay a
Can’t forget these Drive-Bys
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The members of the Drive-By Truckers have had many labels
Clarett’s workout is Sunday
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Maurice Clarett can’t sign with the Omaha Nighthawks until the team
Scrappers have a long night in loss to Spikes
Staff report NILES It’s never a good sign for a baseball team to have more errors than hits on
The problem with group coverage
Opinion: The problem with group coverage Columnist Thomas Sowell and Robert Moffit of the Heritage
A suggestion to save US jobs
Opinion: Given lingering high un- employment and the rising jobless claims noted in your Aug. 5 article (“New jobless claims rise to 479K), congressional incumbents running for re-election in November should be doing everything they can to encourage hiring. That doesn’t necessarily mean another controversial stimulus. There is broad bipartisan support for protecting American jobs by simply enforcing treaty obligations against foreign companies that clearly break international trade laws.
Thursday, August 26 (125 stories)
Despite progress, barriers remain for blacks, Valley native says
Even though much progress has been made in the last several decades, many of America’s black communities remain in a state of emergency, a longtime social and political activist says.
LaPorta homers in Indians’ win
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians got a needed lift from slumping Matt LaPorta and a couple
Scrappers pounded by State College 10-1
It’s never a good sign for a baseball team to have more errors than hits on its boxscores. It’s
Ursuline wins impressively in opener
The Ursuline Irish varsity players could have taken their post-game showers at halftime against
Workshop will teach how to preserve your family history, stories
Steel Valley Voices: An Ethnic Community Archive will sponsor a free one-hour workshop on preserving family history and stories as part of Polish Youngstown’s annual Polish Day at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church hall, 4310 Kirk Road, Austintown.
WRTA opens building on time, under budget
Although the parking lot still needs to be lined, the new Western Reserve Transit Authority administration building is open on schedule and under budget.
Brandon Beachum will redshirt at Penn State
Since the time Brandon Beachum starting playing youth football to earning varsity carries as a
Bike ride to benefit respected YSU official
A bike ride from Youngstown to Greenville, Pa., to help raise funds for Marty Manning, associate director of Student Life at Youngstown State University, will be Sept. 4.
Cavs’ deal with Chinese investors falls apart
A deal to sell a Chinese investment group a minority share of the Cleveland Cavaliers has collapsed.
Mahoning commissioners approve funds for demolition program
Mahoning commissioners approve funds for demolition program
Cake Boss relative is arrested in New Jersey
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (AP) — The brother-in-law of “Cake Boss” television star Buddy Valastro has been
Kan. coroner identifies charred body as teen girl
GREAT BEND, Kan. (AP) — The state attorney general says a severely charred body found on the site of
FAA hits American with $24.2 million penalty
DALLAS (AP) — Federal officials have hit American Airlines with a record penalty of $24.2 million
Tiger Woods plays his best round of the year at The Barclays
Tiger Woods plays his best round of the year at The Barclays
Judge: Blagojevich might get 2 lawyers for retrial
CHICAGO (AP) — The judge who presided over the corruption trial of Rod Blagojevich says he probably
Scarcity of jobs puts more Americans at risk for foreclosures
Scarcity of jobs puts more at risk for foreclosures
Flying fish knocks paddler from Mo. river race
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A fish out of water has sent a Texas kayaker onto dry land instead of the
MSHA: New evidence found in W.Va. mine explosion
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A federal official says a handheld meter found deep inside the Upper Big
Poll: Most say U.S. still unprepared for disasters
Poll: Most say U.S. still unprepared for disasters
6 p.m. Monday meeting set for Traficant hearing
The Mahoning County Board of Elections will hold a special hearing at 6 p.m. Monday at its board
National group buys Ohio tea party shopper program
National group buys Ohio tea party shopper program
Elections board must move quickly on Traficant hearing
YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Board of Elections will be required to have a special hearing to
New jobless claims drop for first time in four weeks
New jobless claims drop for first time in four weeks
Ohio BMV restricts Puerto Rican birth certificates
Ohio BMV restricts Puerto Rican birth certificates
American Cancer Society to sponsor rescheduled ‘Bark for Life’ fundraiser
NILES The parking lot adjacent to the Outback Steakhouse in Niles will be the site on Saturday for
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Should ‘Hurt’ forgive sister?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I have three sisters, but the one who was my best
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
David and Christine (Rance) Dozier of Falls Church, Va., are announcing the birth of a daughter,
Cruze on display
Cruze on display hubbard Greenwood Chevrolet, 2635 N. Main St., is partnering with the United
HELOISE: Mix soap, baking soda to wash face
Dear Heloise: I’m a longtime reader of both your mom’s and your column, and am always looking for
Superintendent finalist pledges to learn, then act
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN If selected as the next city schools
Amateur boxers compete to raise money for local gym
Amateur boxers compete to raise money for local gym By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Niles
Algae-to-energy plant planned in city
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Plans are under way for an algae-to-energy
Scrappers held in check by State College
Staff report NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers were able to score just one run for the second
Suspect may be tied to 2 bank robberies
STAFF REPORT GIRARD Girard police may have arrested the man suspected in a number of recent
PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP Wednesday’s matches
BOYS Mathews 4, Bloomfield 1 VIENNA Matt Harries had two goals, while Ethan Fiest and Mike
YSU seeks to ensure students’ success
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN As state funding for universities switches
Clarett OK’d for tryout
Associated Press COLUMBUS Maurice Clarett believes he’s ready to make another run at
Fire department seeks volunteers
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com DAMASCUS The Damascus Fire Department is taking part in
Winery case to be heard by high court
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Supreme Court will determine
‘West Side Rivalry’ is history
Since Fitch High School’s Falcon Stadium opened in 1969, the “West Side Rivalry” has been in the
Pluck of the Irish
Ursuline’s senior players are ready to lead team on quest for third consecutive state football
36 Scouts attend jamboree
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hubbard A trip of a lifetime and once-in-a-lifetime trip
Fitch offers alternative school, online program
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown School district officials said offering online
Ministry for inmates receives $41K grant
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com Dismas Ministry, a national Catholic outreach to inmates,
Greater Youngstown Point will close down Friday
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown Point on Belmont
Fire and pain
The Ben and Lynda Payne, along with their daughters, returned from a camping trip recently to discover their West Side home severely damaged by a fire.
Fresh tainted eggs to be salvaged
Associated Press Millions of eggs from the Iowa farms at the heart of a massive salmonella recall
Bell’s quirky type of pop resonates
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Upstate New York artist Christopher Bell considers
Tribe loses fifth straight, lack of offense to blame
Associated Press CLEVELAND Trevor Cahill pitched seven strong innings and the Oakland Athletics
Wozniacki wins her opener
Associated Press NEW HAVEN, Conn. U.S. Open top-seed Caroline Wozniacki got a little help from
Mangini pretty pleased on eve of season
By Tony Grossi The Cleveland Plain Dealer What does it say about the Browns’ progress when the
Yellow spice eases skin problem
Q. Six months ago, my doctor diagnosed me with psoriasis and prescribed creams and lotions. I
Ohio elections chief orders hearing for Traficant
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Jim Traficant’s bid to be on the November ballot as an
Village teaches kids safety
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Police officers, firefighters and an ambulance
Kasich: I will ax rules that hurt Ohio businesses
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS In his second major policy announcement in eight days,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Judge orders strict rehab for Lohan BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. A judge on Wednesday
Carter travels to N. Korea to get Boston man released
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Koreans welcomed Jimmy Carter back to Pyongyang with
Q&A Campbell Memorial’s Mickey Sikora
When the Campbell Memorial Red Devils made the playoffs last season for the first time since the
Pirates beat Cards again
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Daniel McCutchen pitched six shutout innings for his third victory
Attacks in Iraq kill 56, target security forces
Associated Press BAGHDAD Bombers and gunmen killed at least 56 Iraqis in more than two dozen
Hamilton team falls at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Matthew Campos gave Hawaii’s offense one big punch, and
Pirates blasted by former player
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Jose Bautista doesn’t know if the Pirates didn’t have the money to
World digest || Chilean miners told to stay skinny
Chilean miners told to stay skinny COPIAPO, Chile Just 35 inches around the waist — that’s how
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Niles City Schools, special board meeting, 4:30 p.m. Administration Building, 100
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Oklahoma,SDRq at Trumbull New Theatre, 5883 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles.
Best Bets on TV
“Burn Notice” (9 p.m., USA): “Burn Notice” closes out the first half of Season 4 with a high-stakes
Metro digest || Transit contracts to be awarded
Transit contracts to be awarded YOUNGSTOWN Western Reserve Transit Authority Board of Trustees
Artist’s perspective is that of the uprooted
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Certain themes run through the art of Asya Reznikov.
Airport lacks money for back sewer bills
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The Youngstown- Warren Regional Airport is more than a
34west makes a name for itself with ‘Ruth’ at New York festival
34west Theater Company has gotten some glowing reviews in the New York press for its play “My Name
New This Week
New This Week Avatar Special Edition in 3D (PG-13) Regal Niles: Fri.-Tue. (1:15, 4:40) 8:10
Polish Day features ethnic eats, education and entertainment
By NATALIE LARICCIA entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Have you always wanted to gain a better
Lovato: busy times, good times
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In true star fashion, pop singer-actress Demi Lovato had
‘Bark For Life’
‘Bark For Life’ NILES On Saturday, the American Cancer Society will have a “Bark For Life”
Iran shows its barbaric side
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani may not have long to live. International outrage over
SALT THERAPY
Health experts leery of halotherapy’s medicinal benefits Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Heidi
Mahoning County should spend more wisely on road projects
Opinion: Mahoning County should spend more wisely on road projects Whenever the Mahoning County engineer’s
The 2 Hype Lounge , 948 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-395-0080
The 2 Hype Lounge , 948 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-395-0080 Sun.: NoXcuse, 6 p.m. Ballbusters
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A story on Page A4 of Wednesday’s Vindicator under the headline “City schools hire 28
Lecture series
Lecture series HERMITAGE, PA. The Womancare Center of UPMC Horizon is offering a series of
Indiana man is charged in Facebook stalking case
Associated Press PITTSBURGH An Indiana man created a Facebook page in the name of an ex-
It’s playoff time: First round is The Barclays
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Ernie Els has been atop the FedEx Cup standings for the last five
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.66 .61 Avalon
Hubbard, Girard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Marc J. Foster, 29, of 821 Pennsylvania Ave., #2,
High court refuses rape case; two new trials to proceed
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two new trials now must be scheduled for a man whose conviction for
Question of the day: Just how far have we come?
Opinion: By Ellen Goodman Washington Post Writers Group BOSTON And so we rise to celebrate Aug. 26, the
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Alcohol-laced goodies among State Fair fried-food finalists DALLAS Fried food
Is another recession starting now?
Is another recession starting now? WASHINGTON It’s starting to feel like another recession.
It’s bumper-sticker politics
Opinion: WASHINGTON There are times when I flirt with the notion that the country would be better off with
Regional entity could play role in V&M Star expansion project
Editorial: If there’s strength in numbers, then very big numbers could mean herculean power. Thus the
Steelers waiting for LB Timmons to become a star
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is finding it difficult to be patient
Freshmen receivers create a buzz in preseason camp
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS As much as coach Jim Tressel is loyal to the seniors
Columbiana recorder office feels crunch
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County Recorder Craig A. Brown’s
Washington is upset in Game 1
Associated Press WASHINGTON Angel McCoughtry scored 28 points and Coco Miller scored 21 in her
Mideast peace talks a mirage
Opinion: JERUSALEM Immersion in this region’s politics can convince those immersed that history is cyclical
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Turning sleepless nights into happy days
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN YSU football coach Eric Wolford has spent the last
Wednesday, August 25 (124 stories)
Philadelphia administrator pitches her plan for Youngstown schools
If selected as the next city schools superintendent, Pamela Brown says she’ll spend her first 90 days learning more about the district, meeting with students and getting out into the community.
Police suspect same man involved in both bank robberies
The PNC Bank at 102 North Mercer Ave. was robbed of an undetermined amount of money at 11 a.m. Wednesday by a masked white male who used the same mode of operation as the man who robbed Huntington Bank in Girard at 1 p.m. Tuesday.
WRTA to award contracts Thursday
Western Reserve Transit Authority Board of Trustees meets at 3 p.m. today. The board is expected to award contracts for work at Federal station on the driveway, sidewalk and shelters.
Man charged in NY shooting deaths of 4 near bar
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A man has been charged with murder in a shooting outside a New York restaurant
Judge won’t move DeLay trial from liberal Austin
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A judge has denied former U.S. House Majority Leader Tom DeLay’s request to
Finances of NY heiress, 104, at center of probe
NEW YORK (AP) — A 104-year-old heiress to a Montana copper mining fortune is at the center of a New
WRTA board has first meeting in its new administration building Thursday
WRTA board has first meeting in new administration building Thursday
Attacks in Iraq kill 56, raise fears of insurgents
Attacks in Iraq kill 56, raise fears of insurgents
State says Mahoning must re-examine Traficant petitions
State says Mahoning must re-examine Traficant petitions
Rape cases return to Mahoning Co. Common Pleas Court
Rape cases return to Mahoning Co. Common Pleas Court
Judge allows Clarett to head to pro football tryout
Judge allows Clarett to head to pro football tryout
Bad planning cited in fatal Colo. power plant fire
DENVER (AP) — Federal investigators say Xcel Energy Inc. and its contractor failed to adequately
Environmental groups sue EPA on Cape Cod pollution
BOSTON (AP) — Two environmental organizations have sued federal regulators in an effort to
72 found dead near Texas-Mexico border may be migrants
72 found dead near Texas-Mexico border may be migrants
Interest rates hover near lowest levels of the year
Interest rates hover near lowest levels of the year
Barber poles are hot in Seattle
SEATTLE — An item that can fetch a lot of money in pawn shops has become the object of a series of
Major Garrett leaving Fox for National Journal
NEW YORK (AP) — Fox News Channel chief White House correspondent Major Garrett says he’s leaving the
ODOT seeks new federal funds for future transportation projects
ODOT seeks new federal funds for future transportation projects
AAA: More people will hit the road this Labor Day weekend
AAA: More people will hit the road this Labor Day weekend
Ohio Supreme Court will review Mahoning County winery case
Ohio Supreme Court will review Mahoning County winery case
Egg recall has some changing buying, eating habits
Egg recall has some changing buying, eating habits
Folks lining up to seek appointment to regulate Ohio casinos
Folks lining up to seek appointment to regulate Ohio casinos
July new home sales fall to slowest pace on record
July new home sales fall to slowest pace on record
Interview: Tiger Woods' ex-wife went 'through hell'
Interview: Tiger Woods' ex-wife went 'through hell'
Political flap targets Ohio elephant, donkey figurines
Political flap targets Ohio elephant, donkey figurines
Man claims marijuana plants for cancer treatment
City police confiscated an assortment of suspected marijuana plants from a South Side home that one man claimed were being used to treat his cancer.
Local bioltech firm and EPA partner in water protection effort
Nanologix, a local biotechnology company, has partnered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to design a new method to protect water from dangerous bacteria.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
Cynthia Sadosky | Alonzo Potts III
AUSTINTOWN Cynthia V. Sadosky, a daughter of Edward and Josephine Sadosky of Youngstown, and
Heather White | James Rhoads
YORKTOWN, Va. St. Luke United Methodist Church was the setting for the June 12 wedding of Heather
Blood donors invited to ox roast
Blood donors invited to ox roast cortland The American Red Cross will conduct a blood drive
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Sis won’t pay for ‘vacation’ home
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My 81-year-old mother passed away several months
HELOISE: Enjoy Pat Nixon’s date-nut bread
Dear Readers: While we were looking through archived columns, we ran across this recipe that ran in
Legal lineup in Oakhill case totals 19
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Five special prosecutors will face off
Penguins wide open at wide receiver
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Last fall, as future NFL receiver Donald Jones was
6 schools in Valley earn top rating
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland Six Mahoning Valley school districts earned the
Scrappers don’t make it easy, but manage to pull out a victory
By PETE MOLLICA sports@vindy.com NILES Mahoning Valley Scrappers manager Travis Fryman has
Valley schools win Race to the Top grants
Ohio will receive $400 million in education grants over the next four years as part of a federal initiative aimed at improving schools.
City schools hire 28 teachers for kindergarten, first grade
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN The city school board hired 28 new
scrappers roundup News and notes from Eastwood Field
NYPL scholarships: Jay Rowland of Warren Harding High School was one of 14 finalists for
Ohio Veterans Bonus Program launched
Staff report COLUMBUS Veterans Service Commissions in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties
For Blaney, NASCAR is twice as nice now
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com HIGH POINT, N.C. Dave Blaney thought his NASCAR Sprint
Deputy pleads guilty to 2 felonies
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A Mahoning County deputy sheriff who served as a
Amateur boxing show tonight
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com NILES The United City Boxing Club was formed last November so
Hubbard boys topple Liberty
Staff report HUBBARD Nick Pedaline scored three goals while Tim Kemner scored two to lead
Residents take aim at crime and blight
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Helen Durflinger has lived in her Avondale Avenue
Liberty superintendent enjoys challenge
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com liberty Stan Watson likes a challenge and cares about
Boardman native's sculpture to be displayed on National Mall
A sculpture created by a Boardman native will be unveiled Saturday at an event to celebrate the 47th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I have a dream” speech.
Appraisal previews planned
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Property owners will have a chance to see what
Police seize marijuana plants
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN City police confiscated an assortment of suspected marijuana plants from
At 87, Joe Marzano keeps foothold in shoe business
Joe Marzano of Youngstown’s South Side has sold shoes in this area for 64 years. He now works part time at Diorio Shoes in Poland.
Report: Bedbugs abound in Ohio
Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. Bloodsucking bedbugs are biting in New York, and Philadelphia,
Judge ignores plea deal, gives Tubbs five years
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man will spend the next five years
Pelini has no plans to leave ’Huskers
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. Bo Pelini is heading into his third year at Nebraska. Based on
The top 5 singles and albums on iTunes for the week ending Aug. 23:
The top 5 singles and albums on iTunes for the week ending Aug. 23: Singles: v“Right Above It
Poland and Boardman police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Enjoying home-grown tomatoes all summer
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Shelley Barlow is totally into tomatoes.
Wozniacki top seed for US Open
Associated Press NEW YORK Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark was seeded No. 1 at a Grand Slam
GOP casting for midterm message
Opinion: By Lance Dickie Seattle Times What is it the Republican Party has against religious freedom,
Insiders vs. outsiders in Fla., Ariz., Alaska
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rep. Kendrick Meek cinched Florida’s Senate Democratic nomination by
Pa. police shoot 2 dogs after attacks
Associated Press STROUDSBURG, Pa. Authorities in eastern Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains said
Administration to appeal stem-cell ruling
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government quickly will appeal a court ruling that undercut
Motorcyclist injured in accident with truck
Staff report goshen A motorcyclist from Berlin Center was taken to Salem Community Hospital for
South Side shootings wound 3
Staff report Youngstown Three men were taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center after being shot
Massive traffic jam could last for weeks
Associated Press BEIJING China has just been declared the world’s second-biggest economy, and
Judge frees former drug house
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An alleged former drug house that was boarded up as a public nuisance in
Troops still face danger in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD Lt. Ryan Alexander stands thigh-deep in a dark grove of reeds and palm
Report: Military needs office to prevent suicides
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rushing to stem historically high rates of military suicides, the
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, study session, 6 p.m; regular meeting, 7 p.m., high
United Way, Greenwood team up in campaign
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Greenwood Chevrolet is in partnership with the United Way of Youngstown
Tribe can’t dent scoreboard
Associated Press CLEVELAND Gio Gonzalez extended the Oakland Athletics’ strong streak of
Hamilton loses first game at the LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Kobie Buglioli’s homer highlighted a three-run first
We’re living the prediction
Opinion: We’re living the prediction I voiced my opinion on the un- fair WRTA levy that was on the ballot
The Oakhill lawyers
Special prosecutors: Paul M. Nick, chief investigative counsel for the Ohio Ethics Commission;
Keep school-lunch sandwiches fresh, delicious and healthy
Family Features Finding school lunch ideas that stay fresh can be challenging. But with a few
Dr. Laura in denial
Opinion: Dr. Laura in denial Los Angeles Times: Who knew that Laura Schlessinger was so thin-skinned? After
Sweet corn adds kernels of delight to your table
By Jennifer Graue Contra Costa Times The arrival of sweet corn season conjures memories of
Pirates hold off Cards, beat Wainwright
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pirates rookie Neil Walker drove in three runs and last-place
Austintown to consider rezoning proposal
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Planning Commission
Nanologix partners with EPA on water testing
Staff report hubbard Nanologix, a local biotechnology company, has partnered with the U.S.
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel W. Nye, 32, of 625 Coitsville Road, Campbell,
TAX HEARINGS
TAX HEARINGS Columbiana County Auditor Nancy Milliken and her staff have set hearings throughout
Event to raise money for new police dog
Event to raise money for new police dog Boardman Face painting, balloon tricks and an auction
Lawrence Co. leaders seek cutbacks
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County Commissioners are asking
‘Extreme’ Democrats will pay the price in November
Opinion: By E. THOMAS McCLANAHAN McClatchy Newspapers Democrats head into the midterm elections facing a
An insight into Iraq’s future
Opinion: Salam is free. My Iraqi driver, unjustly imprisoned for nearly two years because he helped U.S.
New Ohio tax credit
New Ohio tax credit columbus The Ohio Department of Development has launched a new tax-credit
Vet bonus box
Eligible Ohio veterans can receive up to $1,500 under the bonus program launched Tuesday. Here are
Hardesty is close to return
Associated Press BEREA Most players wouldn’t mind skipping an NFL training camp with its
Group sets neighborhood party
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown The partnership of four block watches, the
Cowher: Roethlisberger gets it
Associated Press NEW YORK Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher says it was hard to get
Singer’s career continues to sink
Associated Press LONDON It was a slow-motion car crash — a handy metaphor for George Michael’s
Newton Falls activist pens protest song
Staff report “Let’s Rally at the Fed.” That’s the musical invitation and call to action in “We
Ousted worker says no to USDA job
Ousted worker says no to USDA job WASHINGTON Shirley Sherrod, ousted from the Agriculture
Seattle favorite in WNBA postseason
Associated Press The Seattle Storm got off to such a dominant start, they clinched the top spot in
Next up: 3-D TV without glasses
Associated Press TOKYO Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp. said Tuesday it is developing
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Reptile experts capture 2nd stray ’gator in Chicago River CHICAGO The next time
Home sales plunge 27%
Staff/wire report washington Sales of previously occupied homes plunged last month to the
MLK Jr. sculpture by Boardman native will highlight event
A CLEAR MESSAGE By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com A sculpture created by a Boardman native
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Springsteen heads to film fest for ‘Darkness’ TORONTO Bruce Springsteen is heading
Selected local stocks
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ObamaCare not the answer
Opinion: There is so much political spin, and so many numbers games being played, when it comes to medical
Valley jobless rate remains about 12%
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate continued
Wild animals are a danger to amateur handlers and public
Editorial: A lion-tamer who worked with ex- otic animals in a magic act for 40 years was mauled by a tiger on a
Strong-arming Armstrong
Opinion: I take exception to attempts to villainize Armstrong Cable in the flap between Armstrong and the Big Ten.
Tuesday, August 24 (122 stories)
Cruze displays to benefit United Way
Greenwood Chevrolet is in partnership with the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley for two community events, with proceeds benefiting the 2010 Campaign.
Scrappers get past State College 1-0
Mahoning Valley Scrappers manager Travis Fryman has been in a lot of 1-0 ball games throughout hits
Motorcyclist injured tonight on Western Reserve Road
A motorcyclist from Berlin Center was taken to Salem Community Hospital for minor injuries after being struck by a truck.
Dozens march against crime on city's South Side
Helen Durflinger has lived in her Avondale Avenue home 17 years and is grateful to be surrounded by neighbors who look out for one another.
Pirates hold off St. Louis in ninth
Pirates rookie Neil Walker drove in three runs and last-place Pittsburgh prevented Adam Wainwright
Indians shut out by Oakland 5-0
Gio Gonzalez extended the Oakland Athletics’ strong streak of pitching with seven solid innings in a
YSU has a lot of options at receiver
Last fall, as future NFL receiver Donald Jones was giving Missouri Valley Football Conference
Pelini has no plans to leave Nebraska
Bo Pelini is heading into his third year at Nebraska. Based on his track record, that means it must
Cowher says Roethlisberger is finally maturing
Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher says it was hard to get through to Ben Roethlisberger
Browns rookie RB Hardesty close to return
Browns rookie running back Montario Hardesty says he sustained a bone bruise in his right knee
Amateur boxing show on Wednesday at McMenamy’s
The United City Boxing Club was formed last November so that local trainers could get together and
Blaney back behind the wheel in NASCAR
Dave Blaney thought his NASCAR Sprint Series racing was done for the year when he quit his
US military deaths in Iraq war at 4,416
As of today, at least 4,416 members of the U.S. military had died in the Iraq war since it began in
Experts: Gators in northern waters probably pets
CHICAGO (AP) — Two gators in the Chicago River. One strolling down a Massachusetts street. Another
Cops: Man made woman his slave for bail money
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina bail bondsman has been charged with forcing a woman to cook,
Miami University Greek groups adopt social-event rules
Miami University Greek groups adopt social-event rules
Youngstown native's paintings on display at Mill Creek Paark
Youngstown native's paintings on display at Mill Creek Park
Lindsay Lohan could get early release from rehab
LOS ANGELES — A decision on whether Lindsay Lohan can leave her locked-down rehab center at UCLA
City man gets five years in prison on manslaughter charge
City man gets five years in prison on manslaughter charge
Voices rise in favor of moving proposed N.Y. mosque
Voices rise in favor of moving proposed N.Y. mosque
Escaped Colo. inmate believed to be in state
STERLING, Colo. (AP) — An inmate who escaped from a maximum-security prison in northeastern Colorado
Transocean official recalls ’confusion’ about test
HOUSTON (AP) — An official says a high-ranking employee indicated a pressure test problem had been
Gay couple challenges Wyoming’s marriage law
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A gay couple has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Wyoming law that
Woman blames gin-soaked raisins for violation
EASTON, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania woman says she wasn’t raising a glass, just raisins. Fifty-nine-
Prison will have to wait for Wesley Snipes
OCALA, Fla. — Movie star Wesley Snipes does not have to report to prison — yet. U.S. District
State AGs: Craigslist should drop adult services
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — State attorneys general nationwide, including Ohio, are demanding that
Home sales plunge 27 percent, lowest level in 15 years
Home sales plunge 27 percent, lowest level in 15 years
Official: 3 dead after truck crushes house
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say a gravel truck has smashed into a house in California,
Mahoning deputy can no longer be a police officer
A Mahoning County sheriff’s deputy who served as a corrections officer and part-time Braceville
NY governor, archbishop to discuss NYC mosque
NEW YORK (AP) — New York Gov. David Paterson and Roman Catholic Archbishop Timothy Dolan are
Possibly tainted meats sold at Wal-Mart recalled
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A federal agency says 380,000 pounds of possibly tainted deli meat products
Woman misidentified in fatal crash speaks
PHOENIX (AP) — An Arizona woman who was thought to have died in a traffic accident but turned out to
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1955 will have a 55th reunion picnic Sept. 3 at Austintown
Youngstown cops seize marijuana plants on South Side
Youngstown cops seize marijuana plants on South Side
Get ready to pay more for a hotel room in Cleveland
Get ready to pay more for a hotel room in Cleveland
Brittany Myhal | Nathan Fenstermaker
POLAND The Rev. John Hutchinson solemnized the marriage of Brittany Arianna Myhal of Canfield and
Kelly Colvin | Robert Jimerson
Crystal River, Fla. The wedding of Kelly Lynn Colvin, formerly of Youngstown, and Robert Carl
HELOISE: Getting stores to match prices
Dear Heloise: How do I get a store to match another’s price for the same item? I want to give my
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Husband, brother are too close
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband and his brother are very close. Too
Neighborhood party Thursday
Neighborhood party YOUNGSTOWN South Avenue Area Neighborhood Development Initiative and Metro
Clarett seeks OK for tryout
Associated Press COLUMBUS Youngstown native and former Ohio State tailback Maurice Clarett has
November ballot won’t include Traficant as write-in candidate
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Jim Traficant will not appear on the ballot in November
YSU Nicholson finalist for Allstate Good Works Team
YSU’s Torrance Nicholson finalist for Allstate Good Works Team By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com
Probe to begin into shooting by officer
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The investigative process will be under
Woods, wife are officially divorced
Associated Press Divorced. Single dad. Golf game still to be determined. After nine months of
Parma educator has plan to upgrade city schools
Parma educator has plan to upgrade city schools By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com
Oakhill-case lawyers seeking more details
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com youngstown Lawyers for several defendants indicted in
Campbell gets $300K for mill-site study
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com campbell The state has granted the city nearly $300,000 to do
Browns pleased with QBs
By Mary Kay Cabot The Cleveland Plain Dealer BEREA The Browns’ quarterback situation is
Climate survey gets ‘unhealthy’ response
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN City-school students and staff surveyed at the
Boardman police sergeant honored at trustees meeting
Staff report Boardman A township police officer was presented with the “Blue Coat Award” at the
Penn St. reloads on D
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Penn State defensive end Jack Crawford, with his athletic
Treasurer charged with grand theft
Staff report coitsville The case of a Campbell man accused by police of taking money from the
Concert to benefit cancer battle
Staff report HOWLAND What began as one man’s tribute to his wife who died of breast cancer has
Speeding involved in fatal crash, police say
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police say speed was a factor in the early Monday morning accident that
Gaynor stifles Spikes in win
Staff report State College, PA. Casey Gaynor allowed only three singles, and the Mahoning Valley
Ohio auto industry will thrive, Biden says
Associated Press TOLEDO Vice President Joe Biden said Monday that U.S. automakers will thrive
Canfield and Austintown police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Taken by Nazis, art is back in Austria
Associated Press VIENNA A 12-year battle over the possession of a painting that was stolen from
newsmakers
newsmakers Lady Gaga assumes ‘Twitter queen’ title NEW YORK Lady Gaga has surpassed Britney
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Bill would give approval to ‘Ne-VAH-da’ pronunciation CARSON CITY, Nev. The
The top 5 movies for the weekend of Aug. 20-22, ranked by box-office grosses in U.S. and Canadian
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Honor for veteran
Honor for veteran AUSTINTOWN A dedication ceremony to name part of Interstate Route 680 in honor
Spending on high court races forced into the public spotlight
Editorial: Perhaps it was the foreword writ- ten by retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor that
Some ERs post length of wait
Associated Press WASHINGTON Need an X-ray or stitches? Online, via text message or flashing on a
9 killed on hijacked bus in Manila
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines It looked like a hostage rescue in slow motion: Police
States ask: Close ‘carp highway’
States ask: Close ‘carp highway’ Associated Press CHICAGO Five states including Ohio and
Plenty of corn for everyone
Opinion: Watertown (South Dakota) Public Opinion: The truth of ethanol is there for all to see Reports of
Mideast talks are pointless
Opinion: “Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” Never has George Santayana’s oft-
Surplus food
Surplus food St. Andrewes AME Church, 512 W. Earle Ave., Youngstown, will serve lunch from noon to
Ignore fear-mongering on Social Security
Opinion: By Peter Dreier and Donald Cohen Los Angeles Times Alf Landon, the Kansas governor running as
Shareholders reject Farmers proposals
Shareholders reject Farmers proposals canfield Two proposals recommended by the management of
Straight talk on Taiwan
Opinion: By Joseph A. BOSCO Los Angeles Times In August 1995 and March 1996, China fired missiles across
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Stocks slip on worries about economy
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks slumped to a weak finish Monday as lingering worries about the
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an indepth look Ruling halts patients’ choices on caregivers based on race
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Certified nursing assistant Brenda Chaney was on duty in an
Electric cars: Leading the charge
Associated Press WASHINGTON David Sandalow starts his five-mile commute each day by unplugging
Mexico stays alive at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Nuevo Laredo, Mexico eliminated Manati, Puerto Rico
Sadler can still drive, but for who?
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Elliott Sadler does a great job shilling for his sponsors, and
’Skins’ Shanahan talks to Haynesworth privately
Associated Press ASHBURN, Va. Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan met with Albert
Despite losing, Bucs making money
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Don’t feel too sorry for the cellar-dwelling Pittsburgh Pirates.
NYC icon faces ‘assault,’ owner says
Associated Press NEW YORK Look at Manhattan from afar, and the first thing you notice is the
YSU baseball team promotes Dan Lipari
YSU baseball team promotes Dan Lipari Youngstown Dan Lipari, formerly a volunteer assistant
Young Orakpo forges identity
Associated Press FORT COLLINS, Colo. Colorado State freshman linebacker Mike Orakpo wants to be
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Southington school board, special meeting, 6 p.m., high school library. Girard
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Angelo and Nichole Rosario, Youngstown, boy, Aug.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Kenny Baker (R2-D2 in “Star Wars”) is 76. Guitarist Mason Williams is 72. Singer
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Don A. Picciano Jr., 32, Twinsburg, and Cara J.
Giants’ Eli Manning will play vs. Ravens
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Eli Manning got under the center and everything looked
Child stars anchor summer movies
By AMY KAUFMAN Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES “I want to go home,” Thomas Robinson said as he
A summer of learning
Opinion: A summer of learning As summer comes to an end and school comes to a beginning, I learned a lot
Nadal is top seed for Open
Associated Press NEW YORK Seeking to complete the career Grand Slam, Rafael Nadal will be the
Partners against crime
Campbell Officer John Gulu has a new partner: Storm, a 2-year-old Belgian malinois. The police dog began working for the department July 12.
Miss Universe title goes to Mexican
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Miners, engineers prepare for months-long operation
McClatchy Newspapers SANTIAGO, Chile The rescue of the 33 miners trapped nearly a half-mile
Ohio has first human case of West Nile virus for 2010
Staff report COLUMBUS Ohio’s first human case of West Nile virus in 2010 was confirmed Monday by
Lisbon man killed in car-truck crash
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Pujols homers in Cards’ victory; Ohlendorf hurt
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Albert Pujols hit a three-run home run one pitch after injured
Storm downs tree that cheered Anne Frank
Associated Press AMSTERDAM The monumental chestnut tree that cheered Anne Frank while she was in
Council to vote on deal for VXI to expand
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youNgstown City council members will be asked this week
Fitch girls upend Cardinal Mooney in soccer opener
Staff report Youngstown Meghan Shonce and Kaitlyn Shiley each scored a goal, leading Austintown
Officials seize marijuana stuffed into tombstone
Associated Press CINCINNATI Customs officials say they seized more than 50 pounds of marijuana
Ex-Marine convicted of killing pregnant colleague
Associated Press GOLDSBORO, N.C. A former Marine was convicted Monday of murder in the death of
Preservation group backs Gettysburg casino plan
Associated Press GETTYSBURG, Pa. The plan to build a new casino a short distance from the site
Stark County ousts treasurer
Associated Press CANTON Commissioners in an Ohio county have voted to oust an elected official
Monday, August 23 (96 stories)
Scrappers knock of State College 4-1
Casey Gaynor allowed only three singles, and the Mahoning Valley Scrappers won 4-1 against State
Pirates lose, Ohlendorf pulled
Albert Pujols hit a three-run home run one pitch after injured Pirates starter Ross Ohlendorf was
YSU’s Nicholson finalist for off-the-field Good Works
He’s enormous man with an enormous heart. He’s a defensive lineman who’s not afraid to get nasty in
Penn State looks to reload on defense
Penn State defensive end Jack Crawford, with his athletic frame, bald head and British accent, has
Police: Pa. woman gave 6-year-old son to stranger on bus
Police: Pa. woman gave son to stranger on bus
Clarett asks court to be allowed to travel to pro tryout
Clarett asks to be allowed to travel to pro tryout
Ron Daniels returns to Youngstown on Thursday to discuss Haiti, black crises
Ron Daniels returns to Youngstown
HP makes $1.5B bid for 3Par, topping Dell's offer
HP makes $1.5B bid for 3Par, topping Dell's offier
Biden tells Ohio auto workers industry will thrive
Biden tells Ohio auto workers industry will thrive
State approves nearly $300K to clean up Campbell property
State approves nearly $300K to clean up Campbell property
Traficant won’t file as a write in candidate
Former U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. has decided not to file as a write-in candidate for the
Ohio health department confims first human case of West Nile virus
Ohio health department confirms first human case of West Nile virus
Police officer involved in shooting meets with IAD, others
Police officer involved in shooting meetins with IAD, others
Passions rise by dueling groups at NYC mosque site
Passions rise by dueling groups at NYC mosque site
Two killed in Market Street crash
Youngstown police were investigating a double fatality car crash early today on Market Street, above
Sally Pellett | Tom Manning
Worthington The marriage of Sally Pellett, daughter of Gail and Rupert Pellett of Newark, Ohio,
Erica Lepore | Eric Susa
YOUNGSTOWN Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic was the honeymoon destination of Eric David Susa
Sarah Kocher | Adam Foutz
NILES Adam John Foutz of Girard and Sarah Janelle Kocher of Liberty were united in marriage on May
HELOISE: Should returns have own areas?
Dear Heloise: Recently, I was shopping in a major department store and decided to buy some jeans
Lake Park hosts OACS&O Convention
Lake Park hosts OACS&O Convention BOARDMAN Lake Park Cemetery Association, under the direction
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She loves husband but wants more
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband and I are a happily married couple of
Volunteers clean up former Sparkle
Young neighborhood volunteers scrape chipped paint and brush on fresh paint to the side of the former Sparkle Market at 2410 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. James London, president of Idora Neighborhood Association, said the group received a $2,000 grant from the Wean Foundation for this project. He credits his granddaughter, Sierra Hopson, 6, for the mural drawing. The effort also included volunteers from Art Youngstown Inc. and Goodness Grows.
YSU leaders welcome Class of ’14 amid hoopla of enrollment growth
Staff Report YOUNGSOWN Administrators, deans, faculty and student leaders welcomed one of the
Not all colleges are created equal, EGCC officials say
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Just because television and print
Pensions for Forum are secure, PBGC says
Retired employees of recently sold Forum Health will not miss any pension checks, nor should current workers when they retire, the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. says.
Scrappers limited to 3 hits in defeat
Staff report STATE COLLEGE, PA. The State College Spikes jumped on the Mahoning Valley Scrappers
YSU chemistry on the rise
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The last scrimmage of training camp had just
Mathews schools deemed excellent
Chief now seeks highest designation By JORDAN A. COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA For the first
Sunshine and spirits add zest to Valley winery event
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com BERLIN CENTER Rural Mahoning County took on a European
Salem food pantry exceeds expectations
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM The Rev. Alan Smearsoll, pastor of Emmanuel
FB Hillis pushes to start
Associated Press BEREA Peyton Hillis would not let a summer rainstorm, slick turf, or six St.
Native Americans celebrate Red Hawk tradition
Native Americans celebrate Red Hawk tradition By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com BAZETTA Dolores
QBs Leftwich, Dixon battle to be starter
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. On a night that Ben Roethlisberger got back to playing
An enlightening education
South Range’s $38M school features high-tech learning tools and state-of-the-art utilities
Favre’s return is brief
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Brett Favre completed one pass and also got clobbered on a sack
Pa. activists air drilling fears at ‘Gas Stock’
Associated Press LEHMAN, Pa. Activists and artists gathered in northeastern Pennsylvania over
Rallies over NYC mosque get heated
Associated Press NEW YORK The proposed mosque near ground zero drew hundreds of fever-pitch
Public safety will be in jeopardy if states follow Arizona’s lead
Opinion: By Linton Joaquin McClatchy-Tribune Legislators in states attempting to copy Arizona’s
Why the flap over the mosque?
Opinion: The debate over the “Ground Zero mosque” has evolved into something much bigger than whether a
The egg recall
The egg recall Affected products Some stores in the Mahoning Valley and Northeast Ohio have sold
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
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Tigers’ Rhymes pounds Tribe
Associated Press DETROIT Will Rhymes gave yet another reason why the Detroit Tigers should be
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bridge Answers to weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA Q 9 uK J 9 5 2 vA K 4 w9 4
Hawaii, Mexico, Panama survive
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. The straight brim of his powder blue cap pulled low
Fisherman hurt in boat explosion
Associated Press OAK HARBOR, Ohio An explosion on board a boat at a marina near Lake Erie has
Eastern Gateway to offer training for Marcellus Shale
$4.9M grant funds program Staff report Steubenville For the first time since the Marcellus
Mayor defends dolphin hunts
Associated Press TAIJI, Japan As children in inner tubes bob on the calm waters of this small
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board public- relations
Best Bets on TV
“If God Is Willing and Da Creek Don’t Rise” (9 p.m., HBO, tonight and Tuesday): Five years after
Is the moviegoing experience immune to digital revolution?
By PATRICK GOLDSTEIN Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Everywhere you look in the entertainment
Dating service matches people with same literary tastes
Finding love by the book Associated Press NEW YORK Chin Ma is 25 and looking for love. He
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
Losing Bucs earning profit
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Don’t feel too sorry for the cellar-dwelling Pittsburgh Pirates.
Farms in egg recall share suppliers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two Iowa farms that recalled more than a half- billion eggs linked
Record number of Pa. travelers taking train
Associated Press HARRISBURG State transportation officials say investments to improve the rail
Cops: Man, 85, tried to sneak pot into prison
Associated Press LEBANON, Ohio An 85-year-old Ohio man was arrested for trying to smuggle pot to
OSU’s Moeller recovers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Tyler Moeller has always been a vicious hitter. Then he took a
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘True Blood’ stars Paquin, Moyer wed LOS ANGELES “True Blood” co-stars Anna Paquin
UK official decries video game that lets players be Taliban
Associated Press LONDON A video game that allows players to adopt the role of the Taliban is a
Alive: 33 Chilean miners trapped 17 days
Associated Press SANTIAGO, Chile Chile’s president euphorically waved the note, written deep
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Baroque ensemble in Vivaldi concert YOUNGSTOWN A chamber ensemble from the
MLB roundup | Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 4, Angels 0 MINNEAPOLIS Scott Baker pitched seven shutout innings while
Top US commander: Return unlikely
Top US commander: Return unlikely WASHINGTON It would take “a complete failure” of the Iraqi
Hungry grizzlies pose danger
Hungry grizzlies pose danger Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. Yellowstone’s grizzlies are
Gulf-spill claims chief says no-sue rule was his idea
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The new administrator for damage claims from Gulf oil spill victims
Quarter-horse show
Quarter-horse show Canfield The Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Futurity Show, an American Quarter
Grieving mom offers swim lessons to kids
Associated Press TOLEDO A mother is turning her worst moment into a new meaning for her life and
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Wells Fargo Bank NA v. Daniel W. Silvers et al,
Prosecutors defend about-face on arrest
Associated Press STOCKHOLM Swedish prosecutors defended their handling of a rape allegation
Boom, Zoom chase away gloom
By Ken Gordon Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS They are nicknamed “Boom” and “Zoom,” but the key to
Power pads IRL series lead
Associated Press SONOMA, Calif. Back broken, front teeth scattered somewhere, head ringing,
video game review
‘SINGULARITY’ Grade: B Details: by Activision, for Microsoft Xbox 360, Sony PlayStation 3 and
Federer adds another title to collection
Associated Press MASON Roger Federer ended his mini-vacation with another Masters title. A
We could use a flower lady
Opinion: We could use a flower lady Just a short note recognizing the Mary Haith Savage article in the Our
Busch celebrates sweep of Bristol
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Kyle Busch was booed unmercifully by the crowd at every turn,
MoveOn.org’s distasteful move
Opinion: MoveOn.org’s distasteful move Los Angeles Times: We’d really like to like MoveOn.org, the
Columbiana Co. Courthouse enters final renovation phase
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON The last stage of the renovation of the
OVI blitz brings 20 citations, 3 arrests
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County OVI Task Force issued 20 citations and arrested
Israel faces a stark reality
Opinion: JERUSALEM ‘Twas a famous victory for diplomacy when, in 1991 in Madrid, Israelis and Palestinians,
YSU soccer team falls to Saint Francis, 3-0
YSU soccer team falls to Saint Francis, 3-0 Loretto, Pa. The Youngstown State soccer team (1-1)
Mideast peace remains elusive, but every president must try
Editorial: Forty years ago today an Asso- ciated Press story reported that, “U.S. Sen. J. William Fulbright
Change — for the worse — in America began years ago
Opinion: How did we get to the point where many people feel that the America they have known is being
We eat without thinking
Opinion: In response to the July 22 Vin- dicator article about chopping up body parts of an animal in a butchery class, I wanted to note the total disconnection between those who butcher and eat animals and the animals they eat.
Sunday, August 22 (180 stories)
Niners defeat Vikings, 15-10
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Brett Favre completed one pass and also got clobbered on a sack that lost
Favre done after series for Vikings at 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Brett Favre’s highly anticipated first game back with the Minnesota Vikings
Pirates turning a profit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — To the fans, there’s nothing like a big winner. To the Pittsburgh Pirates,
Hillis pushes for starting spot with Browns
BEREA (AP) — Peyton Hillis bulldozed half the St. Louis Rams defense and bowled over Cleveland
OVI blitz near YSU nets 20 citations
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County OVI Task Force made 20 citations and arrested three
Tigers sweep Indians
DETROIT (AP) — Justin Verlander pitched eight strong innings, rookie Will Rhymes had four hits and
Native American culture celebrated in Valley at Red Hawk Pow Wow
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com BAZETTA Dolores Tapia Santha is proud of the Native American
March Against Crime and Blight in Youngstown on Tuesday
The Alliance for Congregational Transformation Influencing Our Neighborhoods and Seventh Ward
YSU leaders welcome Class of 2014, celebrate university’s growth
Staff Report YOUNGSOWN Administrators, deans, faculty and student leaders welcomed one of the
Mathews school district ranks excellent on state report card, chief says
By JORDAN A. COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA For the first time, the Mathews Local School District
Maughan 50th is celebrated at dinner party
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Larry Maughan of Canfield celebrated their 50th anniversary during a dinner
Wagners observe 50th anniversary at picnic outing
LAKE MILTON A picnic on Aug. 21 at their summer home in Lake Milton was arranged in celebration of
Mr., Mrs. Bartos mark their 50th anniversary
Mr., Mrs. Bartos mark anniversary today at dinner CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bartos of
Family event set for Strobles on anniversary
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Stroble of Boardman will observe their 50th wedding anniversary
Mr., Mrs. Ewanish mark anniversary by renewing vows
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Joseph S. Ewanish of Youngstown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
The Kaloskys celebrate 70th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kalosky of Youngstown celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary and
Dinner honors Mr., Mrs. Valerio on 50th jubilee
CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. Anthony D. Valerio of Campbell celebrated the 50th anniversary of their
SOCIETY DIGEST || Free neighborhood mixer at museum
Free neighborhood mixer at museum YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp., Healthy
Fall fashions to be presented by ABWA Network Council
BOARDMAN The Network Council of Mahoning Valley, representing three local chapters of American
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Dad’s health has her worried
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My sister and I are the only relatives with whom my
Junior League of Youngstown remains dedicated to community service
YOUNGSTOWN “Women Building Better Communities” will continue to be the mission of the Junior
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
thursday Daisy Dozen will have a summer social on the garden terrace of the Youngstown Country
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet for a picnic at noon Tuesday at Pavilion 3 in Hubbard
Not all colleges are community colleges, EGCC officials stress
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Just because television and print
Federal agency takes control of Forum Health pensions
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. says
High-tech classrooms, energy efficiency highlight new $38M South Range school
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Greenford A new school has technology almost as smart as
Parent-child beginning swim classes offered
The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is offering classes for parents and children to bond in the water in this beginning swim class.
Dems maintain financial lead over Republicans
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Republican National Committee's $5.5 million in July receipts includes a $900,000 insurance payment, helping boost anemic fundraising by the national party.
Big Ten decision: Well-kept secret
Say this for Penn State athletic director Tim Curley — he can sit through an hour-long meeting and
Relaxation drink fails to go down well with the FDA
Makers of Drank defend safety, benefits of beverage By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com
Hess (officially) gets nod as starting QB
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On the first play of Saturday’s scrimmage, YSU
Man shot by city cop improves; chief hopes 3 probes end this week
By David Skolnick skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An 18-year-old man shot by a city police
Sloppy conditions, play drown Browns
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jake Delhomme passed the rain test. The one in snow will come later.
Farmers market serves up hot appetizers on the side
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Most people who visited a local farmers market
Big Ben returns as Steelers roll Giants
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. The Pittsburgh Steelers may be fine without the suspended
Brier Hill Italian Fest brings back pleasant memories
Brier Hill Italian Fest brings back pleasant memories By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com
Tressel pleased with scrimmage
Associated Press COLUMBUS In the scrimmage held every August between Ohio State’s offensive and
Packed with supplies, love
Annual giveaway for schoolchildren set for Saturday By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com
Strong pitching lifts Scrappers to victory
Staff report STATE COLLEGE, PA. Jordan Cooper gave up one run over five innings to help the
HIGH SCHOOL BAND NIGHTS
Austintown Fitch High School will host its annual band night at 7 p.m. Aug. 30. Five area bands
Metro digest || Accident closes road
Accident closes road GUSTAVUS State Route 11 between state Routes 87 and 322 was closed for
Legal analysts predict long, complex court battle
An investigation into the sale of Oakhill Renaissance Place to Mahoning County led to the indictment of these seven people. Three entities — Cafaro Co., Ohio Valley Mall Co. and Marion Plaza Inc. — also were indicted.
Salute to Business | 2010 award recipients
The following will be honored at the Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber’s Salute to Business
Farmer pushes modified crops
Associated Press PORDENONE, Italy Giorgio Fidenato has made a habit of carrying a raw ear of
Expanded services
Expanded services youngstown Winkle Electric Company recently launched a new addition to its
Limelight
Limelight Awards, achievements Allstate Insurance Company has recognized Mahoning County agents
Is YSU’s prez tough enough?
Opinion: Not to rain on Youngstown State University President Cynthia Anderson’s parade, but her first State
Support kids who oppose violence
Opinion: The Youngstown City Schools are used to getting a bad “rap.” All kinds of allegations are lodged against them (the drop-out rates, low academic standards, and violence in the schools).
How do elected officials see you?
Opinion: Ever get a strange feeling that your elected officials think you are an absolute dolt?
Retired teachers owe no apologies
Opinion: As a participant in the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System, I am offended by the continual criticism of public-sector employees and their retirement systems by Bertram de Souza and some of the other guest columnists on your editorial page.
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Raiders had a very uncharacteristic season in 2009, going 2-8 and missing the playoffs
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OUTLOOK Coming off an 8-3 season and a Division VI playoff game, the Clippers have 16 lettermen
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OUTLOOK The Tigers are hoping to build on their 5-5 season in 2009. Key losses to graduation were
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OUTLOOK The Bulldogs enjoyed a fast start in 2009 before finishing 7-4 with a second loss to
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Veteran assistant Nick Cochran takes over as head coach for Bud McSuley. With 10 lettermen
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Being honored with Salutes
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The workers at General Motors’ Lordstown complex
Obama is digging us out of a hole
Opinion: I have had it with the Republican rhetoric concerning the state of our economy. They expound about the failure of the Obama administration and his stimulus program.
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo As summer came to an end in 1983, Girard High School students Daria Nall and
Scrappers 2 State college1
Scrappers 2 State college1 Next: Scrappers at State College, today, 6:05 p.m.
Author to conduct two book signings
Author to conduct two book signings Inspirational author Kim Vogel Sawyer will make two stops in
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OUTLOOK With 16 lettermen returning from a 6-4 team, the Rams have plenty of experience to compete
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OUTLOOK Coming off a 4-6 season, the Leopards are looking to rebound and challenge for the All-
Bowen, Duncan win local bowling title
By JOHN BASSETTI BOARDMAN For a second consecutive year, Mike Bowen and Doug Duncan won the
Top 25 Teams Associated Press poll
Preseason college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, 2009 records, total points
Brain zaps from skipped dose
Q. I was on Prozac for two years for obsessive-compulsive disorder, but it decimated my libido. My
in the cup!
in the cup! Area aces Shawn Shoemaker of Warren aced Tamer Win’s 93-yard 13th hole, using a
Rain falls, and so do Pirates against Mets
Associated Press PITTSBURGH David Wright hit a three-run homer and Jonathon Niese pitched a
Outlook
Outlook Warren G. Harding coach D.J. Dota says there are three things he wants for his team to be
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Outlook A new coaching staff will have a talented roster with a lot of speed and competition at
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Outlook There is a lot of optimism in Poland after the Bulldogs’ impressive 2009 campaign. And
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Outlook From a team standpoint, the Wellsville Tigers have no weaknesses. Head coach Dave Skinner
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OUTLOOK The Wildcats return four starters on offense and four on defense. New head coach Dan
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CHECKLIST Living and sleeping: Sofa bed or loft bed, mattress and pad, pillows, sheet sets,
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Outlook Second-year coach Jay Brophy said his 2010 Sebring team has a lot of versatility and is
All games at 7 p.m. unless noted
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OUTLOOK With 16 letterwinners returning from a 10-2 playoff team, the Eagles appear poised to make
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Can our state champs do it again?
With Ursuline and Cardinal Mooney leading the way, the 2010 high school football season could be
Picasso show draws huge crowds
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OUTLOOK Head coach Bill Bohren prepares for his 45th season 24 victories short of 300. Coming off
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OUTLOOK Coming off a 4-6 season, the Red Dragons have 12 lettermen returning (six starters on
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OUTLOOK The Eagles are coming off a 7-3 season and a 28-7 Division VI playoff loss to Mogadore.
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Outlook It’s a new year with a new coach, but it’s the same old story for Southern Local High.
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OUTLOOK A veteran presence dominates the lineup as the Beavers return seven offensive starters and
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OUTLOOK Mickey Sikora has his first head coaching job after 25 years assisting at Struthers,
record reviews
BRIAN WILSON Album: “Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin” Grade: B On “Brian Wilson Reimagines
Today’s entertainment picks:
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OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Following a 1-9 season, the Golden Flashes return eight starters on each side of the ball.
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. Did I miss the pilot episode of “Blue Bloods”? If
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Andrew Hake had a stellar first season as Blue Devils head coach, guiding the team to a
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2010. There are 131 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Area golf scores
MEN Another Round Golf League (Reserve Run) — (Aug. 18) Low gross: Chad Miller 34, Gary Tucci 35,
Power qualifies for record eighth pole
Associated Press SONOMA, Calif. Thinking he was a lock to move on in qualifying, Will Power
Free website offers array of photo-editing tools
There’s an abundance of applications you can buy to edit your photos. At the top of the heap is
PAST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS
CITY SERIES 2006 — Rayen 2005 — Rayen 2004 — Chaney 2003 — Chaney 2002 — Chaney
Thrice as nice for Busch
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Kyle Busch made NASCAR history Saturday night with an
Collectors seek rare silver-plated tea sets
Designers working after 1920 created very different looks for many common household objects. For
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OUTLOOK The Tigers have 16 lettermen returning from 2009’s 7-3 season. Among the key players lost
An authentic brouhaha
Ansel Adams negatives may be worth $200 million By MIKE BOEHM Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES
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OUTLOOK Coming off a 5-5 season where all the wins were against Inter Tri-County League Tier Two
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OUTLOOK The Mustangs are coming off an 0-10 season and have 10 seniors. The new head coach is
Let grandson learn at his own pace
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our 4-year-old grandson is enrolled in a pre-kindergarten class where all
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Aug.14
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest” by Stieg Larsson (Knopf) 2. “Tough
Ohio defeats NJ at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA. Jacob Jones had two homers and five RBIs, and Brooks
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK In 2009, the Cardinals finished 10-2, shared the All-American Conference Red Tier crown
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Outlook After finishing at .500 last year, Leetonia coach Matt Altomare has his sights set much
DORM DECOR
College students face the challenge of making space their own McClatchy Newspapers Eat. Sleep.
CAMPBELL RED DEVILS
CAMPBELL RED DEVILS OUTLOOK Mickey Sikora has his first head coaching job after 25 years
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OUTLOOK Coming off a 6-4 season, the Falcons have 11 lettermen returning and seven starters (three
Crimson Tide tops AP football poll
Associated Press NEW YORK Alabama will start this season where it ended last season. The
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Outlook Head coach Brian Marrow hopes the adage about football being won in the trenches holds
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OUTLOOK Now an independent, Brookfield head coach Randy Clark says he won’t miss the All-American
Scherzer, Tigers shut down Tribe
Associated Press DETROIT It took until late August, but Max Scherzer finally beat an AL Central
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OUTLOOK Mike Ward returns as head coach after a 13-year sabbatical. The Eagles went 5-5 in 2009
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OUTLOOK The graduation of Matt Preston has the quarterback QB slot up for grabs with senior Tim
MLB roundup Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 9, Mariners 5 NEW YORK Yankees’ rookie third baseman Eduardo Nunez
Del Potro withdraws from U.S. Open
Associated Press New York Defending champion Juan Martin del Potro withdrew from the U.S. Open
Outlook
Outlook The Salem Quakers will return five offensive linemen from last year’s 9-3 team to protect
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Outlook D.J. Ogilvie says the goals for his Boardman Spartans are the same that the same the team
Hubbard couple to host 14th annual garden tour
SEE HOW THEY GROW Toths to host their 14th annual open garden tour on Sept. 5 Staff report
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OUTLOOK Coming off a 3-7 season, East has 16 lettermen returning, including six starters each on
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OUTLOOK In 2009, the Bulldogs went 6-4 in the regular season but qualified for the playoffs thanks
Chaney alumni can relate to Beatles song
By Lissa Bell news@vindy.com youngstown For the Chaney High School Class of 1964, time is
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OUTLOOK After a 1-9 season, Chaney has turned the program over to alumnus Jim Vivo, who will begin
nascar Notebook
Vickers back: Brian Vickers had heart surgery last month as part of his treatment for blood clots,
Atwal leads PGA after three
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. Arjun Atwal had to play his way into the Wyndham Championship.
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OUTLOOK Coming off another undefeated season and 10-1 record, the Blue Devils have some holes to
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Outlook Mark Assion returns as head coach. He coached the Bluejays from 2005-07. The team will
ON THE AIR — RADIO/tV SCHEDULE
WKBN-AM (570) Aug. 26: Hubbard at Poland, 7 p.m. Aug. 27: JFK at South Range, 7 p.m. Sept. 3:
Sweden withdraws warrant for founder of WikiLeaks
Associated Press STOCKHOLM Swedish authorities revoked a short-lived arrest warrant for the
Not-so-wild progress
By John Bordsen McClatchy Newspapers BEAUFORT, N.C. Some weekenders love nothing more than a
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Two straight winless seasons have head coach Jeremy McElroy looking for his first victory
Biker struck and killed in charity race
Associated Press COLUMBUS Authorities say a 57-year-old woman biking in a charity ride was
Bear that killed caretaker near Cleveland put to death
Associated Press COLUMBUS A bear that mauled to death a caretaker was euthanized Saturday at the
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Mosque flap tests limits of Americans’ tolerance
Associated Press The word “tolerance” comes from the Latin tolerare — to bear. In our
‘Antigone’ at Calvin Center is too good to miss
By MILAN PAURICH Special to The Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN Poor Antigone. The product of a wildly
Oil spill binds BP, feds together
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS For months, the U.S. government talked with a boot-on-the-neck
“If they’re convicted, it’s going to be another black eye for the Mahoning
“If they’re convicted, it’s going to be another black eye for the Mahoning Valley.” Attorney
Ohiopyle Falls opened to kayakers, canoeists
Associated Press OHIOPYLE, Pa. Beginning today, kayakers and canoeists on a western Pennsylvania
birthdays
birthdays Actress Valerie Harper is 70. Actress Cindy Williams is 63. Country singer Holly Dunn is
IF YOU GO to Northside Farmers Market
IF YOU GO What: The Northside Farmers Market. Local vendors sell a variety of fruits, vegetables,
Backpack info
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Where: East Federal Plaza in downtown Youngstown. East Federal
ARMED FORCES DIGEST
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newsmakers
newsmakers Van Gogh recovered CAIRO Police recovered a painting by Vincent van Gogh at the
Inhumane murderers should die
Opinion: Inhumane murderers should die I am an 80-year-old senior cit- izen who continues to hope for an
Iran begins fueling first nuclear reactor
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Iran has crossed a new nuclear threshold, but it’s one the Obama
Dutch girl, 14, sets sail in secrecy
Associated Press PORTIMAO, Portugal A 14-year-old Dutch sailor departed in secrecy from
Shot-at dog to move to Utah shelter
Associated Press TOLEDO A German shepherd that survived six gunshot wounds in Ohio soon will
Insurance payments for Ohioans may be delayed because of glitch
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Health says it’s investigating a computer
Chamber becomes strong political force
Associated Press WASHINGTON At times subtle, at times loud, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is
Memo: 23K jobs at risk with drilling ban
Memo: 23K jobs at risk with drilling ban WASHINGTON A six-month ban on deepwater drilling in the
STAYING SAFE | Banking online
Some tips on keeping your money safe when banking online: Never share your password. Make sure
US can’t afford its military
Opinion: By Lawrence Korb and Loren Thompson Los Angeles Times America began the new millennium with
CAREER PATHS
Finance Joseph King recently joined the lending team at Huntington Bancshares Howland office as a
YSU’s new doctoral program will boost research reputation
Editorial: By coming to the Mahoning Valley to announce Youngstown State University’s first doctoral degree
UNHAPPY RETURNS
Will brewery in Pennsylvania can a bottling tradition? Associated Press ST. MARYS, Pa. For
GM heads back to market
Editorial: GM heads back to market We were not proponents of the government forcing General Motors into
Go paperless to prevent fees from banks, lenders
Get ready for more incentives from bankers, lenders and others to get you to give up on paper and
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WikiLeaks founder freed after arrest on rape charge
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- Swedish authorities revoked a short-lived arrest warrant for the founder of WikiLeaks on Saturday, saying a rape accusation against him lacked substance.
Iran readying for start-up of first nuclear reactor
BUSHEHR, Iran (AP) - Trucks rumbled into Iran's first reactor Saturday to begin loading tons of uranium fuel in a long-delayed startup touted by officials as both a symbol of the country's peaceful intentions to produce nuclear energy as well as a triumph over Western pressure to rein in its nuclear ambitions.
Bear that mauled caretaker put to death today
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- A bear that mauled to death a caretaker was euthanized Saturday at the request of the family of the victim, whose father said he had told his son to leave the job.
Truck tangled in wires ignites plaza fire
A fire to the roof of a Dollar General store in the Austintown Plaza caused the evacuation of the shopping center Friday evening.
Brier Hill fest brings back old neighbors, tonight, Sunday
For some, the annual Brier Hill Italian Fest gives them a chance to catch up with old friends from the neighborhood.
Truck overturns, spilling paint and closing part of state Route 11
GUSTAVUS A portion of state Route 11 was closed for about six hours after a commercial vehicle
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
TODAY Ruth Shrine 64 will meet at 5 p.m. in the pavilion at Western Reserve Community Church, 8590
Minotti-Johns garden wedding to be Sept. 25
WARREN Gina Lynn Minotti of Warren, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl R. Minotti of Youngstown, and
Parents reveal Spadin-Dombeck wedding plans
Parents announce date for Spadin, Dombeck wedding The engagement of Jennifer Spadin and Stanley
Oct. 30 wedding for Miss Fabian and Mr. Kyle
The engagement of Andrea Fabian of Warren and Adam Kyle of Canfield and plans for their autumn
Parents reveal date for Naoum, Matsui wedding
The engagement of Alexa Naoum and Rollin Matsui, both of Fairview Park, Ohio, and plans for their
Miss McMath to be bride of Mr. Campbell
Debra Spencer of Warren and Ron McMath of Fellsmere, Fla., are announcing the engagement of their
Plans announced for Schliecker, Gugliotti wedding
SALEM The engagement of Ashley Schliecker and James Gugliotti, both of Youngstown, is announced by
HELOISE: Adopt an older pooch at shelter
Dear Readers: With the economy still in the dumps, dogs are being given up all across the country,
SOCIETY DIGEST || Spanish classes offered at JCC
Spanish classes offered at JCC YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Mom’s hoarding is out of control
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My three grown sisters and I have a widowed mother
MASONIC GROUPS
TODAY Ruth Shrine 64 will meet at 5 p.m. in the pavilion at Western Reserve Community Church, 8590
Galarraga dominates Indians again
Armando Galarraga continued his season-long dominance of the Cleveland Indians, pitching seven
Ursuline offense is sharp in final scrimmage
More than eight months after winning their second consecutive Division V state football
Warren, Niles NEOUCOM get funds
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, announced Friday that Warren and Niles will share $89,439 in federal funding from the Department of Justice to purchase equipment and train personnel.
Some Youngstown tenants face surprise inspections
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you’re a rental property owner in
Hammer’s hammy heals; Pace back in place
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Torrian Pace is a running back with a fire hydrant’s
YSU notebook
Defensive uprising: The story of the week has been YSU’s defense, which has turned up its
Driver shot by cop in struggle
Officer reportedly was dragged by car By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A
Though H1N1 pandemic is over, public still urged to be vigilant
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The H1N1 (swine) influenza pandemic wasn’t as
Columbiana tops Lowellville in tuneup
By MATT GIAMBATTISTA sports@vindy.com COLUMBIANA On a very warm August evening two Inter Tri-
Security at Austintown schools gets US attention
Grant chief applauds district’s use of funds By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown
Batavia goes deep to beat Scrappers
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com NILES Batavia played long ball early, rapping out six extra
Like daughter, like mother: 2 earn KSU degrees today
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com kent Today’s commencement ceremony will be a family
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK
Recent history: With their loss to the Batavia Muckdogs on Friday night, the Scrappers are 2-3 in their last five games and 6-4 overall in their last 10 outings.
Old-electronics collection set for today in Boardman
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Boardman Mahoning County residents can clean out their
Coitsville police probe missing firefighter funds
Staff report coitsville The Coitsville Firemen’s Association is missing $5,300 from its savings
HIGH SCHOOL BAND NIGHTS
Austintown Fitch High School will host its annual band night at 7 p.m. Aug. 30. Five area bands
Flats attracts students
Michael Oyegoke, left, of Texas, and Stephen D’Angelo of Pittsburgh are roommates at the Flats at Wick, a new apartment complex opening for YSU students. The complex, on Madison Avenue, across from the Cafaro House residence hall, is almost filled to capacity.
Karzai OKs teams to probe corruption
Karzai OKs teams to probe corruption KABUL, Afghanistan Afghanistan’s president pledged Friday
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Mangini expects more from Browns
By Mary Kay Cabot The Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND So, what does the Browns offense do for
Outsource services to reduce debt
Opinion: BELFAST, Northern Ireland British Prime Minister David Cameron is calling for reinforcements to
MLB roundup
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 7, Angels 2 MINNEAPOLIS Brian Duensing struck out six in eight innings
‘Piranha 3D’
‘Piranha 3D’ Grade: A- Credits: Stars Elizabeth Shue, Ving Rhames and Jerry O’Connell; directed
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
Karaoke queen bee
All those nights of karaoke and listening to the radio nonstop, finally paid off for a Poland woman, to the tune of $10,000.
Poland briefs
Picnic at Boardman Park Sunday The Nativity of Christ Russian Orthodox Church will hold its annual
Pastors: Obama is a devout Christian
By Margaret Talev McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Pastors who have prayed with President
Boardman Police Blotter
July 31 Criminal damaging: A pellet gun was fired at a residence in the 6900 block of Lockwood
Boardman adds inductees into Hall of Fame
Boardman Booster Club is sponsoring their 31st annual Hall of Fame weekend. The festivities begin
Austintown Police Blotter
Aug. 2 Breaking and entering: Tools were taken at Ken Hoffman Roofing, 168 S. Meridian Road.
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
Mooney cheerleaders mentor young girls
It’s almost football season. Not only are the area football teams hitting the turf for training, but
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking outstanding professionals to visit the
Poland golf team full of seniors
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Last season, the Poland boys golf team posted a 9-6 overall
Poland girls seek third straight date with state
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com With a state title (2008) and runner-up crown (2009) safely
Junior Achievement gets grant from Sam’s Club
The Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley won an $8,000 grant from Sam’s Club as part of the Giving
Junior Achievement gets grant from Sam’s Club
The Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley won an $8,000 grant from Sam’s Club as part of the Giving
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
Boardman library hosts talent show
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Stars were discovered Aug. 12, as the Boardman library
Penguins youth swimmers compete in Nebraska
Five area swimmers from Penguin Swimming competed in the USA Swimming Central Zone Age Group
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four outstanding professionals to visit the
Junior Achievement gets grant from Sam’s Club
The Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley won an $8,000 grant from Sam’s Club as part of the Giving
Poland library crowns Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group of teenagers came to Poland library Aug. 12 ready to
Boardman honors pair of alumni
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com A beloved orchestra director and inspirational professional
Mill Creek baseball team wins state title
Mill Creek Baseball’s 10-year-old All-Star team won the Cal Ripken State Championship tournament in
Adventure Camp wraps up another summer
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group children from Boardman and Poland said goodbye to
Junior Achievement gets grant from Sam’s Club
The Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley won an $8,000 grant from Sam’s Club as part of the Giving
Adventure Camp wraps up another exciting summer
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group children from Boardman and Poland said goodbye to
Poland woman is karaoke queen
All those nights of karaoke and listening to the radio nonstop, finally paid off for a Poland woman
Mill Creek Bug Day crawling with people
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hundreds of children and adults enjoyed exploring bugs at
Boardman library hosts talent show
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Stars were discovered Aug. 12, as the Boardman library
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four outstanding professionals to visit the
Little pirates burn off energy
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The children’s activity room at Austintown library could have
Poland library crowns Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group of teenagers came to Poland library Aug. 12 ready to
Austintown briefs
Fitch orientation set for Monday Freshman orientation for all incoming Fitch High School ninth-
Boardman briefs
Picnic at Boardman Park Sunday The Nativity of Christ Russian Orthodox Church will hold its annual
BHS boys golfers young, but show potential
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com As he heads into his eighth season at the helm of the Boardman
Little Cards top Newton Falls
The Canfield Little Cardinals 100 and 120-pound football teams opened their seasons Sunday with
Briarfield's best
Austintown Township Park hosted an event that celebrated both art and life Aug. 3, as the Stacey Pavilion displayed the paintings of the residents of the Briarfield Community nursing homes.
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
Mahoning Valley Heat scorch competition
The Mahoning Valley Heat travel team was the 10U Nations Eastern champions with a 16-2 record in its
Canfield briefs
Fly a flag on the last two holidays for free The Rotary Club of Canfield is offering to place
Bible school goes on high seas expedition
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Children attending the Canfield United Methodist Church’s
Final Four finish
Poland Community Little League succumbed to a late comeback by Oregon District 4 representative Tigard Wednesday at Alpenrose Dairy, losing 5-4 to end its appearance in the 2010 Little League Softball World Series.
Mill Creek Bug Day crawling with people
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hundreds of children and adults enjoyed exploring bugs at
Austintown Colts begin season with wins over Beaver Local
The Austintown Colts won two of the three games against the Beaver Local Little Beavers Saturday to
Canfield girls young and promising
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Last year, the Cardinals went 12-6 overall and 4-2 in All-
Fitch golfers look for new leaders
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Head coach Len Gessler is in his fifth season as the Falcons’
Canfield boys golfers eye trip to state
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield boys golf team is coming off a 35-2 overall mark
Alumni soccer team wins championship
The Austintown Fitch soccer program recently played the boys soccer alumni tournament, and the Red
Boys golf team ahead of 2009 pace
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com After suffering through a winless regular and Federal League
Boardman girls golf team seeks winning season
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Coach Christine Terlesky enters her fifth season at the helm
On the road to faith
A road trip across the United States was on tap for attendees of Old North Church’s Vacation Bible School July 19-23. The theme of the week was Route 254, in reference to Psalm 25:4, and the children “traveled” to Washington D.C., Chicago, Lebanon, Kan., which is the center of the country, Yellowstone National Park and Knott’s Berry Farm in California.
Mill Creek Bug Day crawling with people
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hundreds of children and adults enjoyed exploring bugs at
Win in Afghanistan is a loss
Opinion: By Tommy Sowers McClatchy-Tribune An old military maxim states, “Amateurs think about strategy
No answers to budget crisis
Opinion: COLUMBUS Ohio’s next governor — whether it’s a re-elected Ted Strickland or a new-to-the-office
Allegiant makes Fortune listing
Staff report LAS VEGAS Fortune magazine has ranked Allegiant Travel Co. No. 25 on the 2010 “100
China’s rise is a reminder
Opinion: Kansas City Star: In the 1980s, when pundits mulled the supposed economic threat from Japan, few
Gasoline prices expected to drop
Associated Press Americans can expect gasoline prices to drop as school buses start rolling
Pakistan’s humanitarian crisis could lead to political upheaval
Editorial: For Americans to have a better understanding of what is taking place in Pakistan with the worst
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.16 —.07 Avalon
Unemployment in Ohio dips to 10.3%
Associated Press COLUMBUS Fewer Ohioans are out of work, causing the state’s unemployment rate
Airports trade fast-food for sit-down restaurants
Associated Press NEW YORK Forget about greasy french fries, soggy pizza or that sandwich that’s
3-D ‘Pirahnas’ Gone Wild!
By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic Mere words cannot describe how awesomely gnarly “Piranha 3D”
First Friday Club
First Friday Club boardman Brother David Andrews will be the featured speaker when the First
faith q & a
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Can spiritual warfare explain some things in people’s lives? A. Lama
Chip shortage hits smart-phone makers
Associated Press NEW YORK The seemingly recession-proof smart phone is suffering from a side
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Antonette Kronk and William Smaltz, Austintown, boy, Aug. 18
“Kids know, now no matter where they are, we’ll pick up on it.”
“Kids know, now no matter where they are, we’ll pick up on it.” Vince Colaluca, Austintown school
CONFIRMED FLU SFlbHOSPITALIZATIONS
CONFIRMED FLU SFlbHOSPITALIZATIONS The Ohio Department of Health said there were 3,238 people
Serena won’t play in US Open
Associated Press Serena Williams withdrew from the U.S. Open on Friday, saying she still is
birthdays
birthdays Actor-filmmaker-writer Melvin Van Peebles is 78. Singer Kenny Rogers is 72. Singer
A brief history | St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church
A brief history | St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 356
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A list on Page A4 of Sunday’s Vindicator under the headline “Back in Class” listed the
Life should reflect beliefs
In this day and age, some may find they can become easily persuaded to follow others opinions or the
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel A. Butler, 23, of Youngstown and Stephanie A.
Pirates assured of another losing year
Associated Press PITTSBURGH David Wright and Jose Reyes each had three of the Mets’ slump-ending
robert k. yosay | the vindicator
robert k. yosay | the vindicator The four-floor Flats at Wick, a new apartment complex for
City-schools forums
City-schools forums youngstown Community forums are scheduled with each of the five finalists
Kate Gabrovsek, an Air Force Junior ROTC cadet, spoke Friday at the air base.
Kate Gabrovsek, an Air Force Junior ROTC cadet, spoke Friday at the air base.
Fly-in at New Castle airport set to take off next Saturday
Staff report new castle, pa. The Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 117 is having a
Buckeyes’ offense ahead of defense
By Tim May Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS After a recent Ohio State practice, Cameron Heyward was
Busch winner at Bristol race
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Kyle Busch moved one step closer to sweeping the weekend at
Poll: 38% approve of Afghan war
Associated Press LAWRENCE, Mass. A majority of Americans see no end in sight in Afghanistan,
New guidelines could rule out many oil claims
Associated Press MIAMI A flower shop in Florida that saw a drop-off in weddings this summer is
Fugitives arrested without a fight in Ariz.
Associated Press ST. JOHNS, Ariz. Over the past three weeks, an escaped Arizona prisoner and his
Tigers’ Galarraga dominates Tribe
Associated Press DETROIT Armando Galarraga continued his season-long dominance of the Cleveland
Snedeker, Atwal share PGA lead
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. Brandt Snedeker feels right at home in central North Carolina,
Israel, Palestinians to meet in DC in peace negotiations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Plunging into the Mideast peacemaker’s role that has defeated so
TO sparks Bengals in victory
Associated Press CINCINNATI Terrell Owens put some bite back into the Bengals’ offense. Owens
Bear kills caretaker; owner had legal trouble
Associated Press COLUMBIA STATION, Ohio A bear attacked and killed its caretaker at the home of
Recall grows to half a billion eggs, 14 states
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than a half-billion eggs have been recalled in the nationwide
Economic woes affect Bristol
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Rob Stiens won two tickets to Bristol Motor Speedway as his
Long-hitters from Texas win in opener at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Blake Toler and Jake Orlando hit homers over the
Warren, Niles to share $90K in federal funds
Staff report WARREN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, announced Friday that Warren and Niles
William D. Lewis | The Vindicator
William D. Lewis | The Vindicator A group of Air Force Junior ROTC cadets from Trumbull Career and
Apartments worker at YSU dies in fall
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Coroner’s office is investigating the death of a
2 arrested in Niles drug raid
Staff report NILES Two Mahoning Avenue residents were charged with felony drug possession and
Above, Jessica Vivo, property manager of the Flats at Wick, shows a model unit at the Madison
Above, Jessica Vivo, property manager of the Flats at Wick, shows a model unit at the Madison
Friday, August 20 (113 stories)
Coitsville fire funds missing
The Coitsville Firemen’s Association is missing $5,300 from its savings and checking accounts, says the association’s president, T.J. Gigax.
Discover Aviation Picnic and Corn Roast Fly-In in New Castle
The Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 117 is having a Discover Aviation Picnic and Corn Roast Fly-In at New Castle Municipal Airport.
Calling all Chevy Vega owners - tell us your story
The Vindicator would like to talk to owners of the GM Lordstown-built Chevrolet Vega.
YSU maintenance worker dies in fall
The Mahoning County Coroner’s office is investigating the death of a maintenance worker who fell from a ladder while working at an apartment complex at Youngstown State University.
On somber Lockerbie anniversary, a joyous event
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — It’s the one-year anniversary of the release of the Pan Am Flight 103 bomber.
NASA: Pick shuttle wake-up tunes or write your own
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Now’s your chance to help pick astronauts’ wake-up music. NASA is
Study: Astronauts as weak as 80-year-olds in space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A new study shows that astronauts can become as weak as 80-year-olds
Ranchers to talk competition in northern Colorado
FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) — Ranchers from across the country are expected to gather in northern
DoD releases final report on Fort Hood shootings
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Nine months after 13 people were killed in shootings at Fort Hood, Texas,
Ex-NBA star Williams pleads guilty in DWI case
NEW YORK (AP) — Former NBA star Jayson Williams has admitted he was driving drunk when he crashed
Brennan: Mosque spat not affecting counterterror
VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. (AP) — The White House’s counterterrorism adviser says he’s seen no evidence
Hotel workers: Caller ranted about plane hijacking
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Workers at a California hotel who reported receiving an anonymous phone
Trucks start desert race in NV after CA accident
LAS VEGAS (AP) — More than 200 teams of off-road enthusiasts in 23 divisions are racing across 530
Salvage crew has plane primed to move in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Salvage divers have dislodged a rare World War II dive bomber from the floor of a
Mosque group: Never planned to meet with governor
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Developers of an Islamic cultural center and mosque near ground zero say they
Closeness to oil spill key to many claims
MIAMI (AP) — Details released today about how claims will be paid from BP PLC’s $20 billion fund
NYC mosque leader: We won’t change the course
NEW YORK (AP) — A leader of the proposed Islamic center and mosque two blocks from ground zero says
Dad buys newspaper ad after daughter breaks curfew
SOUTHLAKE, Texas (AP) — A Texas teenager who broke curfew is headed for a reluctant adventure in
NYC airport trades fast food for sit-down service
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City air travelers can skip the greasy french fries, soggy pizza and old
Biden: Dems will keep majorities in fall elections
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden says Democrats will keep majorities in the House and
Loud music leads to altercation, police shooting
A motorist’s violent response to a request by police to turn down a loud car stereo has landed him
Dell 2Q net income rises 16 percent
SEATTLE (AP) — PC maker Dell Inc. said Thursday its net income improved 16 percent in the fiscal
Michael Moore praises suspected WikiLeaks source
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) — Filmmaker Michael Moore is praising an Army private suspected of releasing
Ohio man mauled by bear dies
COLUMBIA STATION, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say a bear whose owner once staged wrestling shows
Scientists simulate terror attack on Boston subway
BOSTON (AP) — Scientists plan to release nontoxic gases and particles into Boston’s subway tunnels
Bear whose Ohio owner exhibited them attacks man
COLUMBIA STATION, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say a bear whose owner once staged bear wrestling shows
Former astronaut Lisa Nowak’s Navy career is over
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Navy has ended the military career of former astronaut Lisa Nowak, who
Blago: Senate seat talk was legal ‘horse trading’
CHICAGO (AP) — Former Ill. Gov. Rod Blagojevich says all he’s guilty of is some “political horse
NY governor: No talks set to discuss moving mosque
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. David Paterson says no meeting to discuss relocating has been
Bikers honor 9/11 victims with 455-mile ride
SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Hundreds of bikers are setting out from the site of the Flight 93 crash to
Pa. woman sues store over bedbug complaint
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A Philadelphia-area woman is suing a furniture store claiming it leased her
4, including toddler, injured in Pa. deck collapse
CONNELLSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A deck collapse at a southwestern Pennsylvania home sent four people,
Dance, voice, choral lessons at Salem Theatre
The Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., will offer dance, voice and choral lessons for ages 3 and up (including adults).
Free health fair Saturday morning
Pilgrim Baptist Church, 67 McClure St., will sponsor a health fair from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Ceremony to mark change of command for 475th Quartermaster Group
Soldiers of the Army Reserve’s 475th Quartermaster Group, Farrell, Pa., will bid farewell to one commander and welcome another during a change-of-command ceremony 11 a.m. Saturday at Buhl Farm Park here.
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
CLUBS American Association of University Women, Warren-Trumbull County Branch, will meet Monday at
Affordable fashions to be featured at show
Affordable fashions to be featured at show COLUMBIANA St. Jude Women’s Guild will host a fashion
HELOISE: Charcoal turns into bag of fire
Dear Heloise: I had an interesting experience. I was barbecuing using self-lighting charcoal. As the
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Immature ‘Todd’ is angering parents
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Our 19-year-old son, “Todd,” left home a year ago
Maennerchor Club 'uncondemned,' but future still in air
Though it doesn’t have a roof — and may not replace the one that collapsed last week — the Youngstown Maennerchor on Mahoning Avenue is no longer condemned.
Safe at home, Little Leaguers get heroes’ welcome
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Poland It’s good to be home, especially when hundreds of
Scrappers’ rally comes up short in ninth
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com NILES Mahoning Valley’s new shortstop Nick Bartolone was in
Billiards a game of love for some
By ADAM LITTMAN Special to The Vindicator Pool might not be known as the sport of love, but it
VFW cleared in DUI fatality
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A jury said Thursday it did not hold operators of Hubbard
Roethlisberger will play and may start
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. The Pittsburgh Steelers are keeping their starting quarterback a
Tasered woman settles lawsuit for $300,000
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Heidi Gill, who was repeatedly shocked with a stun gun by
YSU science objective gets chancellor’s nod
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Eric
Full weekends planned at Sharon, Mercer
Staff report HARTFORD The DIRTcar Challenge Sprint series will take to Sharon Speedway on
Charges likely in 3 cases involving animals
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Criminal charges likely will be filed
Indians sloppy, but still win
By Paul Hoynes The Cleveland Plain Dealer KANSAS CITY, Mo. Shin-Soo Choo hit a tiebreaking RBI
Pirates fall to Florida; 10th loss in last 11
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Alex Sanabia pitched 72/3 innings of four-hit ball, Gaby Sanchez hit
Sciortino takes hiatus from office of state group of county auditors
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Auditor Michael V.
Maennerchor building removed from city’s ‘condemned’ list
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Though it doesn’t have a roof — and may not
Board OKs 8 demolition contracts
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control approved eight
Girard goes high-tech with new junior/senior high school
A distinctive architectural shape highlights the front of Girard's new junior/senior high school at 1244 Shannon Road.
NASCAR
NASCAR Irwin Tools Night Race Site: Bristol, Tenn. Schedule: Today, practice (Speed, noon-3:30
Driven to adapt
Roush crash shows teams must plan for catastrophe Associated Press BROOKLYN, Mich. When Jack
Browns’ Haden rare rookie
Associated Press BEREA Browns cornerback Joe Haden oozes confidence from every pore. It trickles
Dinner to benefit hurt firefighter
Staff report BROOKFIELD A spaghetti dinner Sunday is the first of three events to help defray
Hubbard, Liberty and Girard police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Obama rumors gain steam despite the facts
Associated Press NEW YORK “President Obama is a Muslim.” “He’s not an American citizen.” “He
Little League WS begins
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Gripping a shiny new aluminum bat, 12-year-old Patrick
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vBrier Hill Italian Fest, 4-11 p.m.: Steve Fazzini, Jim Frank Combo,
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Covelli Centre, Front Street, Youngstown, various commodities 9 a.m. to 2
West Virginia, Marshall discuss series renewal
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. The athletic directors are new at Marshall and West Virginia
oddly enough
oddly enough Meeting fails to end church-strip club feud WARSAW, Ohio The leader of an Ohio
WAC commissioner blasts Fresno State, Nevada for leaving
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Fresno State and Nevada should not expect any parting gifts from
Date of OSU-Michigan still being debated
By Bill Rabinowitz The Columbus Dispatch Within a few weeks, the Big Ten will settle on a plan
Zeigler working way onto 49ers roster
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. After three seasons spent almost entirely on San
Metro digest || Salem theater offers dance, voice lessons
Salem theater offers dance, voice lessons sALEM The Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St.,
Metro digest || Miracle for cats
Miracle for cats YOUNGSTOWN The Cat Ladies Society needed a miracle to get the funds necessary
Intolerance towards Muslims disturbing
Opinion: By Haris Tarin Los Angeles Times When my parents decided to leave their war-ravaged homeland of
Brookfield company gets Brier Hill project
By Peter H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Metropolitan Housing
Gaming board tells casinos to look out for kids
Associated Press BENSALEM, Pa. Pennsylvania gaming regulators say a Bucks County casino must do
Giuliani supports move of mosque
Giuliani supports move of mosque NEW YORK Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani on Thursday joined a
Officials: Militants are exploiting chaos of flooding
Los Angeles Times ISLAMABAD Islamic militants are exploiting the strain this summer’s monsoon
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen A. Fabian Jr., 23, Davenport., Fla. and Erin
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Aug. 20, the 232nd day of 2010. There are 133 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Change-of-command ceremony set
Staff report Hermitage, Pa. Soldiers of the Army Reserve’s 475th Quartermaster Group, Farrell,
birthdays
birthdays News anchor Connie Chung is 64. Trombone player Jimmy Pankow of Chicago is 63. Singer
Trafficking probe targets Ohio nail salons
Associate Press COLUMBUS Human trafficking of immigrant nail-salon workers has drawn the
newsmakers
newsmakers Study: Smoking scenes on the decline NEW YORK A new study shows that there’s less
Clemens indicted in steroid case
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens was indicted by a
Ex-YSU student given probation for drug sales
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A former Youngstown State University
Deal struck for Cleveland casino site
Associated Press CLEVELAND Plans are moving ahead for a casino in downtown Cleveland. The
Police: Sunday school teacher had sex with girl
Associated Press ECONOMY, Pa. Police have charged a western Pennsylvania Sunday school teacher
Flex-Strut gets funds to expand business
Staff report WARREN The Ohio Department of Development has approved a $180,000 Community
BP accused of withholding critical data
Associated Press WASHINGTON The company that owned the oil rig that exploded in the Gulf of
Afghan strategy workable
Opinion: By James Jay Carafano McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON The Wikileaks “Afghan War Dairy” documents
GM stock may lure the brave
Associated Press NEW YORK Would you buy stock in a company that has hemorrhaged tens of billions
Niles resident says bad sewers caused flooding in heavy rain
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Robin Norman says the sewers near her Washington Avenue
Supporters enjoy ice cream, raise funds for library levy
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com youngstown Supporters of the Public Library of Youngstown
Hermitage, Pa., man charged as key figure in cocaine ring
Staff report hermitage, pa. A Hermitage man is at the center of a ring that brought multiple
ESPN coverage scrutinized
Associated Press NEW YORK With each victory on the way to starting 9-0 in 1996, Army’s football
Attacks on the media
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: It is a popular conservative myth to suggest that the “mainstream media” is a
Arjun Atwal ties course record
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. If Arjun Atwal keeps this up, he’ll have a new PGA Tour card
Primary losses blunt power of ‘grizzly’ Palin
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s been a summer of setbacks for Sarah Palin. Candidate “cubs”
What’s this world coming to?
Opinion: What’s this world coming to? We’ve entered a new era of craziness. Here is a wife from the
Strickland looks to raise freight-truck weight limits
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gov. Ted Strickland’s administration wants certain freight trucks to
Prosecutors should keep it simple in retrying Blagojevich
Editorial: It’s impossible to characterize a hung jury on 23 or 24 criminal counts as anything but a
Contracts awarded for sewer, water at new mill
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners awarded
U.S. troops in harm’s way
Opinion: By John B. QUIGLEY McClatchy-Tribune COLUMBUS The July vote in the House of Representatives on
Mosque flap distracts Dems
Opinion: The flap created by President Barack Obama’s comments on the controversial proposal for an Islamic
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.23 —.33 Avalon
New-product award
New-product award youngstown Northern State’s Metals Solar FlexRack has been chosen as the
Thursday, August 19 (140 stories)
Choo helps Indians rally past Royals
Shin-Soo Choo hit a tiebreaking RBI single in Cleveland’s five-run eighth inning and the Indians
Pickup belonging to dead man found
Columbiana County Sheriff Ray Stone said Thursday that a pickup truck belonging to a dead man has been found in the southern portion of the county.
Scrappers rally, but can’t beat Batavia
Mahoning Valley’s new shortstop Nick Bartolone was in the on deck circle hoping for a chance to get
Area ice cream lovers raise funds for library today
Supporters of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County came out for a sweet treat today.
Golfers with disabilities to play 10th tournament Saturday
Twenty-four golfers with disabilities will take to the links for the 10th Annual GOLFF Challenge Tournament on Saturday at Tamer Win Golf and Country Club, 2940 Niles-Cortland Road N.E.
Marlins shut down Pirates again
Alex Sanabia pitched 72‚Ñ3 innings of four-hit ball, Gaby Sanchez hit a three-run homer and the
Hundreds welcome Poland team home
Poland It’s good to be home, especially when hundreds of screaming fans are your welcoming
Jr. ROTC cadets to camp at air base this weekend
The 910th Airlift Wing at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station is hosting 23 Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets from Ohio high schools for a five-day encampment this weekend.
Browns’ Haden a quick learner
Hardly a minute goes by that Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden isn’t reminded by someone that
Truck club's annual Toys for Tots cruise Saturday
The Nostalgia Haulers Truck Club will have its annual Toys for Tots Car Cruise from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday on North Market Street.
Area pool teams headed to Las Vegas for competition
Pool might not be known as the sport of love, but it made a nice aphrodisiac for at least two Valley
Heidi Gill and Warren settle over police case
WARREN Heidi Gill, who was repeatedly shocked with a stun gun by a Warren police officer outside
YMHA awards $8.4M to renovate Brier Hill housing project
YMHA awards $8.4M to renovate Brier Hill housing project
2 kittens prompt compassionate donation from Lariccias
The Cat Ladies Society needed a miracle to get the funds necessary to finish renovating their new shelter on Mahoning Ave., and a miracle found them.
Plane grounded at SFO after alleged phone threat
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A jetliner was being held on the tarmac at San Francisco’s airport because of
BLM suspends permits of promoter in fatal CA race
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal agency suspended future event permits today for the promoter of last
R&R time for Obamas on Martha’s Vineyard
VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama has arrived on Martha’s Vineyard to begin a
Arizona official: State didn’t detect prison flaws
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona’s prison director says a privately operated prison where three inmates
Feds deliver workplace fines upon Ohio post office
Feds deliver workplace fines upon Ohio post office
Agency: Trafficking probe targets Ohio nail salons
Agency: Trafficking probe targets Ohio nail salons
Billionaire Donald Bren testifies in lawsuit
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Billionaire Donald Bren has begun testifying in the child support case brought by
Scientists map invisible oil plume deep in Gulf
WASHINGTON (AP) — Scientists are reporting the first conclusive evidence of a deep underwater oil
Report: Feds plan to indict Roger Clemens
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Times reported on its website today that federal authorities have
Salem theater offering dance, singing lessons
SALEM The Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., will offer dance, voice and choral lessons
Egg recall tied to salmonella grows to 380 million
Egg recall tied to salmonella grows to 380 million
American Airlines plane cleaner charged with theft
DALLAS (AP) — American Airlines says it has fired a worker who is charged with stealing thousands of
Ariz. releasing report on escape of murderers
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona officials plan to release a report on security at a privately operated state
Niles resident complains to council about clogged sewers
Niles residents complains about clogged sewers
Meeting fails to end Ohio church-strip club feud
WARSAW, Ohio (AP) — The leader of an Ohio church feuding with a nearby strip club says a meeting
Sciortino steps down as official with county auditor's association
Sciortino steps down as official with county auditor's association
Feds: BP’s Gulf well to be killed after Labor Day
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The government now says the final plugging of BP’s blown-out Gulf well will begin
Federal court in Colorado bars marijuana defense
DENVER (AP) — A Colorado pot grower facing federal drug charges after he bragged about his marijuana
Intel to buy McAfee in $7.68 billion deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc.
Paterson: Support growing for new NYC mosque site
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. David Paterson says he believes support is growing for a possible
DEP blamed for delayed Marcellus Shale plant
SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — A company that’s building a plant that would treat water from gas wells tapping
W.Pa. sewage worker drowns in mower accident
ROBINSON, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania sewage plant employee is dead after he apparently drove
3 teens charged with killing prize cow
SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — Three teens are facing a slew of charges in western Pennsylvania for allegedly
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Matthew and Colleen (O’Neil) Huhn of Evanston, Ill., are announcing the birth of a son, Evan
Jamie Kelly | Matthew Paullin
NEW MIDDLETOWN Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic was the honeymoon destination of Matthew
Monica Mike | Joseph Simko
YOUNGSTOWN Monica Nicole Mike, a daughter of Joseph and Lynn Mike, and Joseph Nicholas Simko, a
Sulema Gutierrez | Luis Garcia
CAMPBELL The July 17 wedding of Sulema M. Gutierrez and Luis A. Garcia, both of Youngstown, took
Fire station benefit scheduled Saturday
Fire station benefit New Middletown Springfield Township Fire Department will have a yard sale
HELOISE: Silver hair is turning yellow
Dear Heloise: To one, who has beautiful premature gray hair, I need your advice! I also started
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Husband is back drinking again
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for 20 years. He
Trumbull County Dems' annual picnic today
Attorney General Richard Cordray will be guest speaker at the Trumbull County Democratic Party annual picnic starting at 4:30 p.m. today at Maffitt’s Meadows on Bazetta Road.
Fugitive arrested in wake of theft investigation
Police charged Carl T. Fisher, 29, of the 200 block of South Main Street in Youngstown, with carrying a concealed weapon and petty theft after an incident around 9 p.m. Tuesday at Wal-Mart in Liberty Plaza on Belmont Avenue.
Seastrunk’s HR leads MV
By PETE MOLLICA sports@vindy.com NILES Mahoning Valley Scrappers manager Travis Fryman says
5 finalists picked for Youngstown schools chief
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN The list of people being considered for the
Austintown man found dead in fire at his home
Police questioned him as suspect in sex crime By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown
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Armstrong stays on sidelines of Big Ten coverage
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Big Ten Network’s battle with Armstrong Cable is
SCRAPPERS ROUNDUP News and notes
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YSU roundup | News and notes
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Youngstown woman attends Obama luncheon
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Artha Mitchell was one of 10 Ohioans who won
Poland finishes with 5-4 loss
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Forum reimburses US for overbilling Medicare
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Forum Health will reimburse the U.S.
Scratch golfers take aim at ‘Greatest’
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Dog starved to death may have been used for fighting
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Animal Charity Humane Society officials suspect that a pit-bull-mix dog
Ebert veterinary office expands
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Farrell schools receive $200K to improve library
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Pelini bans media for 3 days
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State-of-art high school opens as first link of $56M campus
Richard Buchenic, superintendent of Hubbard School District, stands near a second-floor window in the new Hubbard High School, which looks out over the new construction. School starts Sept. 1 at the $20 million state-of-the-art high school, which includes three computer labs and 245 new computers.
Doctors rely on iPhones to guide treatment
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Police seek suspect in robbery of bar
Police seek suspect in robbery of bar YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for the man responsible for
if you go to Stone Temple Pilots
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‘Antigone’ star gets a rush from theater’s summer pace
By MILAN PAURICH entertainment@vindy.com “Antigone,” the third and final chapter in Robert
We’re playing Fidel’s game
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Favre’s reason for his return: ‘To have fun’
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Free eye screenings
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Agenda Friday
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More autism, growing challenges
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WikiLeaks: Pentagon ready to discuss files
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Saturday was one for the books for Covelli Centre, Victorian Players
If they ever start something called the Arena Olympics, Covelli Centre would be a gold-medal
Will vinegar solve ugly skin problem?
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Program nets more indictments
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Violence, Gun Reduction Interdiction Program or V-GRIP is
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Browns like FA ’backer Benard
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Study: Pets in car pose danger
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Fact check: Islam already lives near ground zero
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Seidler leaves Girard council
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Cooper, Zombie to play at Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday for a concert by Alice Cooper and
TV SNEAK PEEK Warm up your DVRs: New fall shows, returning favorites will go head-to-head
By Gail Pennington St. Louis Post-Dispatch Don’t let the weather fool you. Fall will be here
‘Lottery Ticket’: a winner
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New This Week
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Board rejects 1 ballot issue
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if you go to Smokestack Horizon
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oddly enough
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Bucs homer twice, but lose
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The Numbers Band marks 40th milestone
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Metro digest || Dems picnic
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Lawrence officials open bids
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Sentencing for fraud reset
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Grocery store considers former Cleveland school site
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ThuRSDAY car cruises Car cruise with DJ Richie, 5-8 p.m., The Fireplace, 2075 E. Western Reserve
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Campbell must revise 5-year plan
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Avalon at Buhl Country Club, 1030 Forker Blvd., Hermitage, Pa.; 724-981-6700
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Wilson touts clean coal
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After slow start, aid trickles in to Pakistan
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Nativism sweeping the US
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Muslims should be tolerant
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Ohio broadband projects get funds
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Campbell gets brief reprieve from its financial challenges
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Israelis don’t need the lectures
Opinion: JERUSALEM In the intifada that began in 2000, Palestinian terrorism killed more than 1,000
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New engine project set with China partner
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GM files papers for IPO
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Indians lose to Royals 9-7
Yuniesky Betancourt homered and drove in three runs as the Kansas City Royals beat the Cleveland
Youngstown woman lunches with president
Artha Mitchell was one of 10 Ohioans who won a drawing to be added to the large group invited to lunch with President Barrack Obama Wednesday in Columbus.
Fatality caused by undetermined medical event
Trumbull County coroner Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk said Danijela Senk, 82, of the 900 block of Lawrence Avenue, died of multiple blunt traumatic injuries in a car accident at 5 p.m. Monday as she was traveling south on Lawrence.
Social Security birthday party Thursday in Warren
SCOPE Senior Center, 220 W. Market St., will have a celebration for the 75th birthday of Social Security from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday at the center.
Forum overbills Medicare nearly $3M
Forum Health will reimburse the U.S. government $2,862,484 for inadvertently overbilling Medicare.
Grumps v. Chumps to benefit food bank
The Mahoning County Bar Association, in conjunction with the Daily Legal News, is hosting a softball game headlining the older lawyers versus the younger lawyers, titled “Grumps v. Chumps,” to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley.
Scrappers beat Batavia 4-2
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers won the opener of a three-game series against the Batavia Muckdogs,
Pirates lose to Marlins 3-2
Josh Johnson shook off a five-game winless streak and withstood two solo home runs over eight
Columbiana council weighing options on electric service
City council has decided to look at expenses before deciding anything on citizens’ complains about high electric rates.
Military mentality: YSU sophomore appreciative of opportunity
In late July, when the YSU football team held its conditioning tests to open fall practice, Penguins
Dead dog had been used for fighting, officials say
YOUNGSTOWN Animal Charity Humane Society officials suspect that a pit bull mix dog that was
Poland all-stars finish fourth at World Series; rally today at 6 p.m.
Poland Community Little League succumbed to a late comeback by Oregon District 4 representative
Sheriff backs Mass. jail after Craigslist suicide
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Popcorn? Licorice? Blood? Bedbugs hit NYC theaters
NEW YORK (AP) — Bedbugs have attacked a popular movie theater in Times Square as New York battles
Bizarre suicide suspected in Austintown house fire
Austintown Police say a man questioned about a sex crime, alleged by a 15-year-old boy, apparently
Dozens of dignitaries to attend Stevens’ funeral
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Dignitaries are gathering for the funeral of former U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens,
Jackie O sibling pleads guilty in child porn case
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Big splinter pierces Md. boy’s abdomen on slide
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Pa. Gov. Rendell says only 100 state layoffs now necessary
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Suburban Dallas gunman licensed in law enforcement
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Mahoning elections board boots Boardman liquor option off fall ballot
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Review sees flaws in NC prosecutions
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A review of North Carolina’s crime lab says analysts omitted, overstated or
Ex-NASA official to plead guilty in contracts case
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Federal court records show that NASA’s former chief of staff plans to plead
Neb. AG won’t defend law on abortion screenings
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Space station cooling normally after spacewalk fix
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The International Space Station is operating normally again following a
Obama: ‘No regrets’ over comments on NYC mosque
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School land sale could bring South Side grocery store
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Mom: I slapped my baby on flight because she kicked me
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U.S. Rep. Wilson urges use of Ohio's coal, natural gas reserves for economic development
U.S. Rep. Wilson speaks on Ohio coal reserves
Obama engaging in kitchen-table politics in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — President Barack Obama rolled up his shirt-sleeves for a kitchen table
Youngstown resident has lunch with President Obama today
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Georgia archaeologists find Civil War POW camp
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Georgia archaeologists say they’ve unearthed a number of rare Civil War
Poll: NY voters opposed to ground zero mosque
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A new statewide poll shows most New Yorkers remain opposed to a mosque as part
Stocks fall at opening as rally loses momentum
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are down moderately in early trading today as investors find little incentive
Sentencing delayed for former Trumbull man guilty of Ponzi scheme
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Staten Island 9/11 ‘Postcards’ monument vandalized
NEW YORK (AP) — Staten Island’s monument to World Trade Center victims has been vandalized for a
Stocks head for slightly higher open after rally
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks looked to open modestly higher today after retailer Target Corp.’s earnings
Youth football coach faces drug charges
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A youth football coach has been arrested in a heroin bust. State police in
Trial date set in Pa. FBI agent’s shooting death
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A western Pennsylvania woman charged with murdering an FBI agent during a raid
Drug kingpin’s ex gets 12 years after testifying
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Autumn wedding for Miss Sprunger, Mr. Ostarchvic
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Oct. 9 wedding for Miss Laboy and Mr. Zemko
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Ragazzine-Hosa wedding plans are revealed
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FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY St. Michael Orthodox Church, 125 Steel St., Youngstown, serves a homemade Chinese lunch
Jeanette Garriott celebrates 102nd
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: He gets lonely; she won’t commit
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wife of almost 30 years passed away several years
HELOISE: How to convert regular oatmeal
Dear Heloise: I always buy quick oatmeal, but this time I accidentally picked up regular oatmeal. I
Hess has the edge at QB
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When the 2009 season ended and the Brandon Summers
Roof collapse shutters building
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State-prison fair offers soon-to-be-released inmates resources for life
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Trumbull engineer retracts stand
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By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Just more than a week before the start of the
Teamster leaders accused of unfair practices
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown In an unexpected role reversal, the leaders of
Civil trial begins in Hubbard VFW case
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‘Shot’ hitter Thomson dies at 86
Associated Press We’ve heard the frenzied call forever, echoing through baseball lore. “The
Poland battles in 1-0 loss
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Live on TV, Little Leaguers hit it big in Valley
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Associated Press BEREA Dave Zastudil was determined to make this season better than his last.
Motley Crue to take up Ozzfest torch
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For nearly three decades, M ∂tley Cr ºe has been living
Getting the most out of fresh, SFlblocal produce
Simply In Season By Beth Stefura Ohio State University Extension Educator Picking a ripe
Early College Middle School to serve more
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Charges against Ice-T dropped
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Fruit pies: Ripe for the picking
By Noelle Carter Los Angeles Times A couple of weeks ago, I was out on the road in Northern
Sheriff: SC mom killed kids, dumped car in river
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National-debt debate rages on
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON The national debt is rising to levels that have never been seen
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Actress shows her adult side on ‘Melissa & Joey’ series
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Execs: Government should back mortgages
Associated Press WASHINGTON The call from business for less government has a notable exception:
Dad charged with hitting son with TV remote
Associated Press IRWIN, Pa. A western Pennsylvania man has been jailed on charges he threw a
2 radio stations are sold
Staff report Two Beacon Broadcasting Inc. radio stations in the Youngstown-Warren market have been
Nolasco, Marlins stop Bucs
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ricky Nolasco pitched six shutout innings for the second consecutive
Culvert replacement
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The top-5 selling singles and albums on iTunes for the week ending Monday:
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Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. On an offensive line riddled with question marks, right
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Associated Press NEW YORK A dollar for a 40-ounce bottle of ketchup? Yawn. Four bucks for a
Machut to be speaker for Marine reunion
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Marine Corps Reserve Brig. Gen. Roger R.
Officials discuss joint fire district
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN About 40 people attended a meeting between
Columbiana Co. Port Authority, leaders will discuss brownfields
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com EAST LIVERPOOL The Columbiana County Port Authority
Just 3 snow days for Salem
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM On a warm August night, the Salem Board of
Cavs unveil new uniforms
Associated Press CLEVELAND Austin Carr fondly remembers his glory days playing guard for the
YSU panel working on plan for priorities
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Development is under way to provide the
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2nd man arraigned on charges linked to disorderly crowd
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Interrogation tapes found in box at CIA
Associated Press WASHINGTON The CIA has videotapes, after all, of interrogations in a secret
McDonald board sets up scholarship fund
Special to The Vindicator McDONALD The McDonald Board of Education set up a William and Dolly
Broncos’ Quinn has to get better
Associated Press ENGLEWOOD, Colo. Brady Quinn was brought into Denver to push incumbent Broncos
UCI chief denies cover-up
Associated Press SINGAPORE The president of the International Cycling Union defended his
Mahoning County Court filings
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Agenda Thursday
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LeBron criticizes Gilbert in magazine
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War comes home: Day by day, services honor fallen
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New study shows 1 in 5 US teens has slight hearing loss
Associated Press CHICAGO A stunning one in five teens has lost a little bit of hearing, and the
Judge declares mistrial in murder case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A city man accused of murder is going to have to wait a little longer
Campbell council to vote on raises for 6 cops
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Mlb roundup Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Angels 0 BOSTON Ryan Kalish hit his first career grand slam, and
U.S. needs a strong Europe
Opinion: By Michael Burri Philadelphia Inquirer In 2006, foreign-policy oddsmakers were touting the
Royals’ Greinke, pen stifle Indians
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. If the Royals have a best-case scenario, it probably starts
Home Savings’ 2nd-quarter loss shrinks
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Home Savings & Loan Co. said it narrowed its
Mahoning Co. Habitat earns national grant
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County is
Obama is dismantling America
Opinion: One of the few campaign promises that Barack Obama has kept was this: “We are going to change the
U.S. aid to Pakistan crucial
Opinion: Torrential rains continue to torment Pakistan, flooding one-fifth of the country and affecting 15
2nd sister dies after hot-car ordeal
Associated Press MEDINA, Ohio A second young sister has died of apparent heat stroke after being
The Constitution provides a better guide on religion and property rights than does fear
Editorial: Franklin D. Roosevelt told a trou- bled nation in 1933: “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.”
Home Savings hosts school-supply drive
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In China, throwing away chopsticks is a big deal
Opinion: By Daniel K. GARDNER Los Angeles Times China’s Ministry of Commerce, together with five other
Tuesday, August 17 (121 stories)
Poland softball comes up just short in semifinals
Poland’s softball all-stars fell to Warner Robins, Ga., 1-0, in the semifinals of the Little League
Pirates shut down by Florida Marlins
Ricky Nolasco pitched six shutout innings for the second consecutive start and the Florida Marlins
Browns lose Zastudil for season
Cleveland Browns punter Dave Zastudil is out for the season because of a right knee injury. Coach
LeBron criticizes Cavs owner in magazine
Adding a new layer to the rift between LeBron James and Dan Gilbert, the NBA’s two-time reigning MVP
Hess is frontrunner for YSU at quarterback
When the 2009 season ended and the Brandon Summers era came to a close, there were two favorites to
Celebrity surgeon Dr. Frank Ryan dies in Calif. car crash
Celebrity surgeon dies in Calif. car crash
Groups warn Gulf oil spill may be worse than claimed
Groups warn Gulf oil spill may be worse than claimed
Boston judge blasts leak in Obama aunt asylum case
BOSTON (AP) — A judge who granted asylum to President Barack Obama’s African aunt ruled she deserved
Clerk: Jurors in Blagojevich trial reach verdict
CHICAGO (AP) — Jurors in the corruption trial against former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich reached a
Coroner: SC boy struggled with mother before death
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina coroner says she has found defensive wounds on a 2-year-old
Great white shark chews on kayak off Calif. coast
PESCADERO, Calif. (AP) — A man says he survived an uncomfortably close encounter with a great white
Meeting on Medicare changes Wednesday morning in Warren
Meeting on Medicare changes Wednesday morning in Warren
Study: 1 in 5 U.S. teenagers has slight hearing loss
Study: 1 in 5 U.S. teenagers has slight hearing loss
Arizona shelves idea of changing immigration law
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona legislators are at least temporarily setting aside Gov. Jan Brewer’s
Trash-hauler meeting set Thursday in Weathersfield Township
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Appeals court: Mud from logging roads is pollution
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A federal appeals court has decided that mud which washes off logging roads
Ole Miss coach Kennedy settles defamation suit
CINCINNATI (AP) — University of Mississippi basketball coach Andy Kennedy has settled a defamation
Portion of Silica Road closes Monday
Austintown A portion of Silica Road will close Monday for a culvert replacement. The work on
Youngstown schools expand middle school program
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Report: Scientists link ALS, athlete head injuries
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Seton Hall settles firing suit with Gonzalez
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Seton Hall University has settled a wrongful termination lawsuit brought by
Miss. lesbian student sues over rejected tux photo
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Another teenage lesbian is suing a Mississippi school district, this time over
Trial set in 1965 Ala. civil rights death case
MARION, Ala. (AP) — A judge has set a Nov. 29 trial date for a former Alabama state trooper charged
Firm: S. Calif. home sales drop 21 percent in July
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Home sales in Southern California plummeted 21.4 percent last month from July
Gunman dies after firing at suburban Dallas police
McKINNEY, Texas (AP) — A man drove a pickup truck loaded with ammunition into a suburban Dallas
Feds: No charges in Pa. school laptop-spying case
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Federal prosecutors will not file charges against a school district or its
Blagojevich jurors ask for advice on verdict form
CHICAGO (AP) — Jurors in the corruption trial of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich have asked the
Reports of gunfire near police HQ in Dallas suburb
McKINNEY, Texas (AP) — A gunman who apparently opened fire at a suburban Dallas police station
NY governor to meet with NYC mosque developers
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. David Paterson expects to meet soon with developers of a proposed
Liberal group buys TV ad decrying Target donation
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A new TV ad from the liberal advocacy group MoveOn.org goes after Target
All cool for Ice-T in NYC unlicensed-driving case
NEW YORK (AP) — Ice-T has been cleared of unlicensed driving charges stemming from a New York City
Terrorist tapes found under CIA desk
WASHINGTON (AP) - The CIA has tapes of 9/11 plotter Ramzi Binalshibh being interrogated in a secret
Woman due in court for pie attack on US Sen. Levin
BIG RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — A woman accused of hitting U.S. Sen. Carl Levin in the face with an apple
SC police: Mom killed children before sinking car
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina mother who claimed her children drowned when her car
Rostenkowski funeral in Chicago planned Tuesday
CHICAGO (AP) — Political luminaries and members of the public are expected to attend the funeral
Stocks rise on earnings, economic reports
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Baghdad suicide bomb hits army recruits, kills 61
BAGHDAD (AP) — A suicide bomber sat for hours Tuesday among hundreds of army recruits before
Man charged in fiancee frying pan attack
JEANNETTE, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man is accused of violently beating his fiancee with a
Univ of Scranton Press to shut down after 22 years
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New Middletown-Springfield fire talks produce no action
NEW MIDDLETOWN About 40 people attended a meeting between New Middletown Village and Springfield
Stock futures rise on earnings, economic reports
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are set to rise after reports show a slight improvement in the weak housing
Pregnant woman charged with endangerment
SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — A northeastern Pennsylvania woman who police say was high on narcotics while in
Cop charged with stealing Potter merchandise
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Pittsburgh councilman to propose gas drilling ban
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh City Councilman Doug Shields has called a news conference to announce a
REUNIONS | Former classmates, families plan to meet
Boardman High School Class of 1955 will have a reunion the weekend of Sept. 11. There will be a
Free outdoor movie planned for Friday
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Not happy about brother’s wedding
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Today we received a wedding invitation that we were
HELOISE: All need to follow medical manners
Dear Heloise: I am writing in response to your admonition that it is important to be friendly and
Members recognized for service by Austintown Historical Society
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So far, so-so on D, but YSU optimistic
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At one point in Monday’s practice, YSU defensive
YSU gets a few votes in FCS preseason poll
Staff report If new Youngstown State football coach Eric Wolford was miffed by the Penguins being
Poland all-stars in semifinals of World Series
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New plan will avert Campbell shutdown
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Grand jury probes crash that killed 3 recruits
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No change of plan in Steelers’ QB rotation
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. Dennis Dixon is off to a running start as he tries to overtake
Survivor recounts crash that killed 4 in Canton
By MALCOLM HALL The Canton Repository CANTON Jason T. Goudy saw the Ford Explorer swerving
New QB steadies Browns’ offense
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Report: Ex-owner of mill makes bid
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4 pastors sworn in as Canfield police chaplains
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Anderson: Top goal must be to meet needs of all students
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Chancellor expected to OK Ph.D. for YSU
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Downsizing defense is necessary
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Deadly wreck could affect off-road racing
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Fans of long-distance off-roading have seen the number of federal
Mosque talk another hurdle for Democrats
By LIZ SIDOTI Associated Press WASHINGTON Add another election-year hurdle for Democrats:
newsmakers
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Indians beat deadline
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US team expects boos
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Agenda Wednesday
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ODDLY ENOUGH
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Are slackers getting a pass?
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Feds should not be involved
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Ethanol subsidies no longer needed
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Ellwood City gets federal funding
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Brown promotes Ohio ‘brain gain’ at incubator
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BP uses ‘chain gang’ for the clean up of Gulf oil spill
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords With BP’s well capped and CEO Tony Hayward exiled to Russia, perhaps
Top job in Youngstown schools attracts interesting applicants
Editorial: We aren’t prepared to declare that the academically and fiscally challenged Youngstown City School
Are moviegoers tiring of 3-D?
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Delphi retirees aren’t only ones not getting pensions they earned
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China unseats Japan as No. 2 economy
Associated Press BEIJING China has eclipsed Japan as the world’s second- biggest economy after
CORRECTION
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Gibson involved in car crash
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Mel Gibson was uninjured after crashing his sports car into a
Barefoot running gains an unusual following
By Laura Casey Contra Costa Times WALNUT CREEK, Calif. Maybe you’ll see Michae Legault of
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Years Ago
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birthdays
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After the fall, it’s a subdued era at USC
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The admission form for Southern California football practice is a
Buckeyes’ offensive line has huge goals
Associated Press COLUMBUS When Ohio State’s offensive line is clicking, it’s as good as any in
Edwards likes Chase chances
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YMCA reaches goal for track cost
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mlb roundup | Monday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 6, Rangers 4 ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. Carlos Pena hit a tiebreaking single
Karzai to contractors: Leave in 4 months
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Coach shocks Chiefs with team-building trip to movies
Associated Press ST. JOSEPH, Mo. If this keeps up, Todd Haley is going to lose his well earned
Brier Hill Italian Fest celebrates neighborhood
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Clinging to the hillside above a steel mill, Brier Hill was once the
Anxiety lingers as Gulf shrimping season reopens
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Theft, drug charges
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City man held on $108K bond in shooting
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Pirates finally get a victory
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Woman dies in crash
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Motorcycle and truck collide in Jackson Township
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Woman dead after car crashes into Girard home
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Poland girls win 7-1 at World Series, on TV tonight
Danielle Rutana had two hits and Claire Testa scored three runs as the Poland softball all-stars
McDonald sharp in Pirates’ home victory
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Delhomme steadies Browns
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No change in Steelers’ quarterback rotation
Dennis Dixon is off to a running start as he tries to overtake Byron Leftwich and become the
Buckeyes’ O line has huge expectations
When Ohio State’s offensive line is clicking, it might just be as good if not better than any in the
One man charged, arrest warrant out for another in Campbell crowd ruckus after shooting
One man charged, arrest warrant out for another
Former owner surfaces as potential bidder for Severstal Steel in Warren
Former owner surfaces as potential bidder for Severstal Steel in Warren
YSU gets little respect in national poll
If new Youngstown State football coach Eric Wolford was miffed by the Penguins being picked for
DOT wants seat belts installed in new motorcoaches
DOT wants seat belts installed in new motorcoaches
Stocks eke out small gain as investor malaise continues
Stocks eke out small gain as investor malaise continues
Sen. Reid against plan to build mosque near ground zero in NYC
Sen. Reid against plan to build mosque near ground zero
Iran-embargo defendant gets 2 1/2 years in prison
NEW YORK (AP) — A Princeton-educated man convicted of violating the Iran trade embargo after his
Ala. man gets lost school ring back after 14 years
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McDonald HS students get schedules for first day of school
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Rooney Mara joins Daniel Craig for ’Dragon Tattoo’
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Details emerge on arrest of Lance Stephenson in NY
NEW YORK (AP) — Indiana Pacers draft pick Lance Stephenson, after pushing his girlfriend down a
Feds step up ventilation enforcement in mines
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Federal mine inspectors are being told to increase their enforcement of
Columnist, wordsmith James Kilpatrick dies at 89
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Bodies of 2 children found in car in SC river
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Miss Universe 2009 says her replacement is clear
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Judge’s reprimand in death penalty case stands
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Ohio Edison working to restore power to 7,000
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NYC mayor: ‘Sad day’ if mosque gets shouted down
NEW YORK (AP) — New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says it would be “a sad day for America” if
Judge: Blagojevich jurors ask for transcript
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Anderson: YSU must do better at meeting the needs of students
youngstowN Youngstown State University needs to do a better job of identifying the needs of
Mel Gibson involved in single car crash in Malibu
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Jazz photographer Herman Leonard dies at 87
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Threats of international Blackberry bans echo U.S. debate
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FBI: Suspect in Ohio bank holdup was a bank customer
FBI: Suspect in Ohio bank holdup was a bank customer
Federal judge upholds Ohio lethal-injection system
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Workers tear down Reserve's exterior
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Skater Bobek gets 5 years’ probation on meth count
JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) — Former U.S. figure skating champion Nicole Bobek has been sentenced to five
Spacewalking astronauts plug in new cooling pump
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Spacewalking astronauts installed a new ammonia pump to the
Pa. man, 78, rides roller coaster 90 times in day
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (AP) — A 78-year-old man rode a Pittsburgh-area roller coaster 90 times in one day
Engineer to be sentenced for Iran embargo charge
NEW YORK (AP) — A Princeton-educated man convicted of violating the Iran trade embargo after his
White House: politics no role in mosque remarks
ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE (AP) — A White House spokesman says politics wasn’t a factor in President
Iran details plans for new nuke sites
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran said today it plans to build 10 new uranium enrichment sites inside
Oil, price worries as La. shrimpers start season
NEW ORLEANS (AP) —Shrimpers returned to Louisiana waters today for the first commercial season since
Jetliner crashes on Colombian island; 1 killed
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Holy month, hot days mean football nights in Mich.
DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan high school football team is holding preseason practices in the
Stocks drop as Japanese economy latest to slow
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are falling after a regional manufacturing report fell short of forecasts and
Border Patrol sees spike in suicides
FORT HANCOCK, Texas (AP) — After a bad day on the job as a Border Patrol agent, Eddie DeLaCruz went
Teen survivor of fatal Alaska plane crash released
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — An Anchorage hospital has released one of the four people who survived a
Blagojevich jury deliberations entering 13th day
CHICAGO (AP) — Jurors coming off a three-day break at the corruption trial of former Illinois Gov.
Body of Pa. child who died in 1962 stolen
LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in central Pennsylvania are trying to find out who stole the body
Life of slain central Pa. aid worker celebrated
LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) — A central Pennsylvania man killed while on a medical mission in Afghanistan
Catholic Charities to celebrate 100th anniversary Sept. 11
YOUNGSTOWN Bishop George V. Murry and the staff of Catholic Charities are inviting the public to
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Is mom expecting too much from son?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: A while ago, my husband, my adult son and I attended
HELOISE: Copying serial numbers saves time
Dear Heloise: The other day, our office manager needed the serial number for my office laptop. I
Meeting announced
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Poland loses pitchers’ duel
By Mike Weber sports@vindy.com PORTLAND, Ore. In a key Little League Softball World Series
YSU goes deep at wide receiver
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The Elmton restaurant in Struthers sticks to 65-year recipe for success
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Salem children among four dead in Canton traffic accident
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With Wean grant, principals to help young learners thrive
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Rain, heat fail to vex rock-festival fans
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Despite Sunday afternoon showers that threatened
IN FOCUS: Butler’s national juried art show
STORY & PHOTOS By ROBERT K. YOSAY YOUNGSTOWN With a few weeks left, the Butler Institute of
YSU soccer eyes new heights
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ODDLY ENOUGH
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So far, so good for Browns’ Delhomme
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Years Ago
Today is Monday, Aug. 16, the 228th day of 2010. There are 137 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Harvick holds on to win at Michigan
Associated Press BROOKLYN, Mich. He already had horsepower, handling and the points lead. Now
Lockerbie families raise new questions over bomber
Associated Press LONDON The regrets of a cancer expert who assessed the only man ever convicted
Israel faces ominous decision
Opinion: JERUSALEM When Israel declared independence in 1948, it had to use mostly small arms to repel
District downsizes, centralizes
Austintown school officials will demolish six buildings and construct two new schools By Elise
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Montero, Scrappers rally to drop Lowell
Staff report LOWELL, Mass. Moises Montero went 2 for 5 with a homer, three RBIs and two runs to
Big Ben can play, but will he?
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger might not take another snap at Heinz Field until
Clijsters wins Cincinnati crown
Associated Press MASON As a storm rolled in, Kim Clijsters was worried the rain would halt her
Pirates’ road woes continue against Astros
Associated Press HOUSTON J.A. Happ gave the Houston Astros a chance, and eventually they took
Bizarre call mars Kaymer’s PGA win
Associated Press SHEBOYGAN, Wis. Martin Kaymer won his first major Sunday in a PGA Championship
Border brouhaha
Tea-party activists rally at Arizona ranch Associated Press HEREFORD, Ariz. Tea-party groups
Hafner’s slam lifts Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Travis Hafner preferred facing hard-throwing Felix Hernandez to a
Birthdays
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Agenda Tuesday
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Changes eyed for Pa. lieutenant governor’s office
Associated Press HARRISBURG The cost and relatively few duties accorded the Pennsylvania
Body of child who died in 1962 stolen from grave
Associated Press LANCASTER, Pa. Authorities in central Pennsylvania are trying to find out who
Roger Kitzmiller, Beloit Elementary.
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Playhouse to run Night at the Races
Playhouse to run Night at the Races YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse will have its second
ACTION meeting planned for Oct. 10
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The top-5 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top-5 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
newsmakers
newsmakers Cameron, group to plant 1M trees WASHINGTON Earth Day Network is enlisting groups
Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor reported in extremely serious condition
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Zsa Zsa Gabor’s publicist says the 93-year-old actress is in
Threats of BlackBerry bans echo US debate
Associated Press NEW YORK Threats by the governments of India, the United Arab Emirates and
UN chief calls for more Pakistan aid
UN chief calls for more Pakistan aid ISLAMABAD, Pakistan U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
Federal funds to help Ohio clean up mines
Associated Press COLUMBUS Officials say an extra million dollars in federal funding next year
Shell says pipeline sabotage increasing
Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria Royal Dutch Shell PLC warned Sunday that thieves in Nigeria’s
Service eulogizes Pa. aid worker slain in Afghanistan
Associated Press LANCASTER, Pa. A central Pennsylvania nurse killed while on a medical mission
Man drilling relief well has perfect record
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The man with pinpoint accuracy who is drilling the relief well
Off-road racer rolls truck into crowd, killing 8
Associated Press LUCERNE VALLEY, Calif. The crowd at the off-road race could almost touch the
China: Formula, baby breasts aren’t linked, research shows
Associated Press BEIJING Experts investigating China’s latest product- safety scandal found no
“Weeds” (10 p.m., Shotime): Mary-Louise Parker remains smokin’ hot, but is
“Weeds” (10 p.m., Shotime): Mary-Louise Parker remains smokin’ hot, but is “Weeds” still addictive?
New play-calling mode adds to the assets of ‘Madden NFL 11’
‘MADDEN NFL 11’ Platform: Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 Grade: A- The 22-year-old Madden NFL
Prosecutor drops charges against parolee in NY killings
Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. A prosecutor dropped charges Sunday against a parolee initially
DVD RELEASES
The following movies will be available Tuesday on DVD and through digital providers: “The Last
Stallone roars back with No. 1 box-office spot
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Sylvester Stallone has proven that he’s not quite expendable yet at
Expedite the final sale of Forum; end months of bankruptcy angst
Editorial: Forum Health’s long and agonizing journey through the complex and convoluted labyrinth of bankruptcy
Craigslist slaying suspect dies in suicide in jail
Associated Press BOSTON A former medical student accused of killing a masseuse he met through
Why was aid team killed?
Opinion: Reviewing the news from the last two weeks during which I was enjoying a vacation, I’ve been gripped
Bumper crop of irony
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords I don’t know how the corn is doing this year, but Washington is
UnAmerican to repeal 14th
Opinion: By David A. LOVE McClatchy-Tribune The call by some conservative lawmakers to repeal the 14th
Union files charges against Teamsters
Union files charges against Teamsters youngstown Members of the Professional Office Workers, an
Prop 8 ruling: Distrust of the voters
Opinion: By Charles A. DONOVAN The Heritage Foundation Now that a federal district court has struck down
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
Sunday, August 15 (126 stories)
Thousands turn out for Vexfest 7 in downtown Youngstown
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Despite Sunday afternoon showers that threatened
Zsa Zsa Gabor reported in extremely serious condition
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zsa Zsa Gabor’s publicist says the 93-year-old actress is in extremely serious
Butler’s National Midyear Show survives decades of changes in art
STORY & PHOTOS By ROBERT K. YOSAY YOUNGSTOWN With a few weeks left, the Butler Institute of
Brier Hill Italian Fest to revive Youngstown neighborhood this week
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Clinging to the hillside above a steel mill, Brier Hill was once the
Struthers City Council recognizes The Elmton
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers The writing wasn’t on the wall, but it was on
Austintown prepares to level six schools for green space
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown School district officials say demolition is the
Demeretz-Senn wedding to be September event
The engagement of Stacey Demeretz, daughter of Tom and Harriett Demeretz of Struthers, and Robert
Sept. 10 wedding for Miss Shirilla and Mr. Raupple
Sept. 10 wedding for Miss Shirilla and Mr. Raupple Columbus Amanda Shirilla and Martin Raupple,
Date announced for Day-Kehler fall wedding
Date announced for Day-Kehler fall wedding HUBBARD Announced by Dennis and Carol Day of Hubbard
Laura Shaffer to be bride of Joshua Campos
Laura Shaffer to be bride of Joshua Campos HERMITAGE, Pa. A late-summer wedding is planned by
Jenny Shaffer | Patrick Hunt
YOUNGSTOWN The garden at Stambaugh Auditorium was the setting at 4:30 p.m. July 10 for the wedding
Mary Angeline | Richard Goldfarb
LAS VEGAS Mary Angeline and Richard J. Goldfarb, both of Boulder, Colo., were united in marriage
Family marks Morey 50th at dinner party
POLAND Mr. and Mrs. Steve Morey of Poland were honored by their family on Aug. 14 during a dinner
Dinner party honors Bienkos on anniversary
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Victor Bienko of Canfield celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Kleins mark anniversary at reception
Granville On Aug. 7 a marriage blessing was conducted by the Rev. Joseph Rudjak at Sts. Peter and
Family gathers in Florida for Litavetz 50th
BOARDMAN Robert and Phyllis Litavetz of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with
Charles J. Butler marks birthday
Charles J. Butler marks birthday YOUNGSTOWN On Aug. 14 Charles J. Butler celebrated his 90th
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Depressed ‘Tyler’ has her worried
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My boyfriend, “Tyler,” and I are both 15. He suffers
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
thursday Coitsville will have a picnic at 6 p.m. with Marlene McDowall as hostess. SATURDAY
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will meet at 11:15 a.m. for lunch at TJ’s in the Holiday Inn,
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at noon Tuesday at Eat’n Park in Austintown for a member’s
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
Father embarks on new mission
Shori to lead diocese’s reconfiguration plan By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown
Allen’s long journey finds its commencement
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com His travels have taken him all over the United States and abroad
Poland girls enjoying stage
Staff report PORTLAND, Ore. The Poland Community Little Leagues softball team enjoyed its bye
City schools focus on rebuilding academics
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Students in the city school district begin the
Runners start preparing for 36th Peace Race
Special to The Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN As the summer begins to wind down and fans prepare for
Commencement marks new beginning for YSU
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Commencement signified more than just a beginning for
College freshman to handle peanut allergy
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Elizabeth Zumbach will face a unique challenge as
Watney leads by 3 at PGA
Associated Press SHEBOYGAN, Wis. Whistling Straits was there for the taking. So is this PGA
Victims of unsolved murders honored
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Nancy Stanford spent most of Saturday
Lead-free rental initiative in city praised
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The success of the local lead-free home
Delhomme, Browns impress
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. Jake Delhomme’s Cleveland Browns debut was a smashing success,
Here comes the sun
Solar power is within reach McClatchy Newspapers KANSAS CITY, Mo. 2010 just might go down as
aREA GOLF SCORES
MEN Another Round Golf League (Reserve Run) — (Aug. 12) Low gross: Rick Gurneal 36, Chris Grope
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY AUSTINTOWN Administration: Sheila Palombo will be the principal of Watson
Review Ohio’s death penalty
Opinion: By STAUGHTON AND ALICE LIND The Vindicator NILES “Strickland’s doubt on death-row inmate
3 kids buy plane tickets, fly alone from Fla. to Tenn.
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School shopping teaches spending skills
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Homes shrink to fit buyers’ newly modest tastes
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Good news: Son is not a developing sociopath
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Herter Brothers made this 41-inch rosewood pedestal. It sold at a Cottone auction in Geneseo, N.Y.,
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NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $480 million Associated press
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Fugitive of the Week
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IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
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Surplus food/clothing
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Phantom tabbed for top camp
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Obama asserts right to build NY mosque
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Interpreters sought for casino-crime cases
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Official says he isn’t required to be neutral
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Add cholera to woes of flooded Pakistan
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Scouts to sponsor photo contest during street fair
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Vexfest extravaganza
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AG’s gubernatorial run raises issues
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Eye contact before execution
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Stabbings suspect unlikely to return to Michigan soon
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Poor putting puts Tiger in a hole
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BY THE NUMBERS
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‘Vacation’ keeps Oakland edgy
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Fundraiser planned
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School-supply event
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Girls in hot-car tragedy ran off from sitters, sheriff says
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Childress to try expansion, again
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Bard’s slam downs Indians
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Norris’ 14 K’s shut down Pirates
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limelight | Awards, achievements
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A year after signing to sponsor Heat, insurer sits pretty
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Consumers push beyond sake to Japanese whiskies
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Agri-preneurs dig deep, grow business
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New metal heals itself
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A new era for YSU dawns today
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NFL sees ballooning number of 300 pounders
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Commencement marks new beginning at Youngstown State University
Commencement marks new beginning at Youngstown State University
Obama claims GOP trying to destroy Social Security
Obama claims GOP trying to destroy Social Security
Trial ordered for Pa. man in wife's death in crash
Trial ordered for Pa. man in wife's death in crash
With BP spill under control, U.S. looks at drill ban
With BP spill under control, U.S. looks at drill ban
School-supply donation event Sunday in Newton Falls
School-supply donation event Sunday in Newton Falls
Obama supports 'right to build' ground zero mosque in NYC
Obama supports 'right to build' ground zero mosque in NYC
Ribbon cutting is Sunday for new YSU College of Business Administration
Ribbon cutting is Sunday for new YSU College of Business Administration
Vexfest outdoor rock concert is Sunday in downtown Youngstown
Vexfest outdoor rock concert is Sunday in downtown Youngstown
Katie Fiest | Nicholas Paolini
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Jennifer Garczewski | Dr. Christopher Raymond
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Amy Angelo | Dominic Fiumara
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Sarah Hallock in competition
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Readers send in Father’s Day songs
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HELOISE: Dogs need to take heartworm medicine
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Tackling to be tested at scrimmage
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Wild, Wild West
Poland’s 11-12 softball team goes two-for-two with wins over Puerto Rico and Texas By kevin
Fifth try at murder conviction ends with hung jury
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Traficant ballot supporters: We’ll go to Supreme Court
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Old-school work
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Inmates help kids stay on course
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Phantom goaltender earns scholarship to Boston University
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Berm work paves way for residents
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Heavy lifting’s all in a day’s work for chief
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Ehlert stays cool as Scrappers down Spinners
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Hubbard promotes itself as great place for business
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Obama backs disputed mosque
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Fithian riding for Ryan Christian
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Riding for Ryan
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Russia: Iran’s nuke plant to start getting uranium
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Families practice self-defense at Boardman Park
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Boardman band jazzes up the park
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Future Falcons fans
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Goodwill looking for vision screeners
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Bible school children donate to missions
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Goodwill looking for vision screeners
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Families practice self-defense at Boardman Park
ATA Black Belt Academy in Boardman recently hosted “Taekwondo in the Park” classes for students,
Ag camp teaches kids about life at the fair
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Glaciers win CABA World Series Championship
Six Canfield students competed alongside players from Cleveland and Pittsburgh on the Ohio Glaciers,
Goodwill looking for volunteer vision screeners
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Austintown Police Blotter
July 26 Identity theft: A man from Virginia who formerly resided here reported that his Ohio
Crown for A-town
If 16-year-old Nina Droege is crowned Miss Teen Cleveland/Akron/Youngstown on Sunday, she won’t forget where she came from.
Stadium renovations funded by donations
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Before you go to the ballot box in November to vote on the
Irish juniors win national honors
The Golden Rose Queen of Ireland Junior Division, from the Mahoning County, had the “best scrapbook
Canfield swimmers win league championship
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Camp brings families together
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if you go
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Team Indiana Joe ready to go
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Ag camp teaches kids about life at the fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The county fair was the hot topic at Mill Creek MetroParks
Boardman soccer team wins Kent tournament
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Mill Creek baseball team wins state title
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Austintown briefs
1967 Fitch reunion planned for September The Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1967 will host
Handel’s helps raise funds for library
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Mill Creek baseball team wins state title
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Boardman Police Blotter
July 18 Theft: The front license plate was stolen off a car in the 600 block of Boardman-Poland
School-bus drivers prepare for emergencies
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com A crowd of 400 stood and watched as Austintown firefighters
Boardman woman unleashes her creativity for pets
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com A local woman has stretched, sewn and hammered fabric, an
Green Team schools children on recycling
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Poland library hosted Make a Splash With Us at the
Boardman trustees approve police dog purchase
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com The Boardman Police Department continues to grow as
Poland Police Blotter
July 29 Theft: A $300 boys bicycle was taken from a home in the 2900 block of Autumnwood Trail.
Library program gets youth hooked on reading
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Applewood swimmers finish season strong
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Families practice self-defense at Boardman Park event
ATA Black Belt Academy in Boardman recently hosted “Taekwondo in the Park” classes for students,
Canfield bowler pins down trip to nationals
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Canfield Police Blotter
July 26 Fraudulent charges: A resident of the 50 block of Majestic Court reported that more than
Fithian riding for Ryan Christian
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Canfield briefs
Find the alphabet at MetroParks Farm Agriculture, Barns, and Crops- see how many other letters of
Poland briefs
Poland alum earns distinguished honor David Wilson Peck was one of 43 cadets named to the
Boardman briefs
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Little Cards shutout Hickory in Friendship Game
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Handel’s helps raise funds for library
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Mahoning Valley Heat scorch competition
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Young players dig Canfield volleyball camp
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Bump, set, spike! The Canfield High School girls
Triceratops: Beyond extinct
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sales day
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coming sunday
coming sunday The Rev. Nicholas Shori takes on the task of Parish Plan Implementation in the
Developing plan took skill, prayer
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown The task was daunting: Understand and
vacation bible school
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‘Rust’-ed metal
Megadeth to perform album in its entirety on tour By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When
Laura Linney stars in Showtime’s ‘The Big C’
McClatchy Newspapers PASADENA, Calif. It took a deadly disease to coax Laura Linney back to TV.
Paterno eyes victory 400 in late fall
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, PA. Joe Paterno is now peerless in his profession. His friend
Lohan will move East, mother says
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reconfiguration plan | In the Diocese of Youngstown
Here is the breakdown of single units, mergers and collaborations in Columbiana, Mahoning and
Iraqis frustrated by deadlock
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newsmakers
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Source: GM looks to file for IPO next week
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Antipathy to Islam increasing
Opinion: It often seems these days as if the United States is reliving many of its most wrenching 19th-
This residence at 269 Erskine Ave. in Boardman is one of 151 vacant homes in the township.
This residence at 269 Erskine Ave. in Boardman is one of 151 vacant homes in the township.
Worship service
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News shows
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The former Jackson-Milton Middle/High School was built in 1913 and has been vacant since students
The former Jackson-Milton Middle/High School was built in 1913 and has been vacant since students
voices of faith q & a
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Is religion necessarily the basis for moral actions? A. Lama Chuck
“I wanted to keep the neighborhood safe. ... I took into consideration neighborhood safety,
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Ancient feast being marked
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Celebrities should not detract from crucial war-crimes trial
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Selected local stocks
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No easy fix ahead for economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve has little power left to lift the economy out of
birthdays
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Blight fight
Boardman resident wages one-man war on abandoned homes and nuisance properties By Ashley Luthern
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Pippen, Malone enter basketball’s Hall of Fame
Associated Press Springfield, Mass. Scottie Pippen thanked the player who meant so much to him
Faith in the future
Bishop George V. Murry believes the pastoral plan will strengthen parish life By LINDA M.
MagicJack company offers free calls
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TOday
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Children’s center looks to step up its wow factor
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science &
OSHP: Increase in identity theft is ‘alarming’
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Highway Patrol troopers say they’re seeing an “alarming” increase
Kuchar playing well at foggy PGA
Associated Press SheboYgan, Wis. Matt Kuchar made a birdie on the first hole he played Friday
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $14 million Associated Press
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Police: Israeli also suspect in stabbing in Israel
Associated Press RAMLE, Israel The man accused of going on a three-state stabbing spree in the
Clijsters and Sharapova move on
Associated Press MASON Kim Clijsters is turning Cincinnati into her kind of town. The
Man’s death probed
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2-year-old dies in hot car; sister in hospital
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Mike’s Browns debut in GB
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Kahne wins Michigan pole
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Mystery ovation awaits Big Ben
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Maybe he’ll take a few snaps, throw a pass or two. Maybe he won’t
States escape layoffs, but for how long?
Associated Press NEW YORK Cash-strapped states from Maine to Hawaii are tearing up the pink
Lisa-Ann Ishihara | The Vindicator
Lisa-Ann Ishihara | The Vindicator The alumni association for Jackson-Milton schools will sell
Salem house blaze probed
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM A Charles Burchfield painting now will be used to
Like father, like son? Quayle stumbles
Associated Press PHOENIX Seems like old times — Jay Leno cracking Quayle jokes on late night.
San Fran’s RB Glen Coffee quits; lineman Balmer is still AWOL
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, CALIF. Running back Glen Coffee left the San Francisco 49ers on
Ohio court OKs $238K for inmate freed by DNA
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio court has approved a nearly $238,000 state settlement with a
Bicycle accident injures Pa. teen
Staff report MERCER, PA. The Pennsylvania State Police in Mercer are investigating a bicycle
Mariners’ Pauley earns first career win
Associated Press CLEVELAND David Pauley earned his first career win, helping make Daren Brown’s
Federer, Murray advance
Associated Press TORONTO Roger Federer advanced to the semifinals of the Rogers Cup with a 6-3,
Lee’s 3-run homer defeats Pirates
Associated Press HOUSTON Carlos Lee hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning to power the
Renco-Warren Severstal deal reported
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN There is considerable speculation that a deal has been reached in which
Friday, August 13 (128 stories)
Poland defeats Puerto Rico, 7-4
PORTLAND, Ore. — Abby Masluk, Ally Deemer, Jenna Schletter, Dani Rutana and Cara Kalouris each had a
Boardman man wages war on vacant homes, nuisance properties
Boardman wages war on vacant homes, nuisance properties
Hubbard promotes itself as a great place for business
Hubbard promotes itself as a great place for business
Traficant ballot supporters believe valid signatures are sufficient
Traficant ballot supporters believe valid signatures are sufficient
Cause of Salem fire that leveled historic home remains under investigation
Explosion of Salem home remains under investigation
OH WOW! children's center in Youngstown gets grants
OH WOW! children's center in Youngstown gets grants
Student lender Nelnet settles lawsuit for $55M
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Student lender Nelnet has agreed to pay $55 million to settle a whistle-blower
5 women, 1 man charged in brawl over Facebook rumor
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Bethlehem police have charged five women — including a woman who was stabbed five
NJ blogger convicted of threatening Ill. judges
NEW YORK (AP) — A New Jersey blogger being tried for a third time has been convicted of making
Ohio woman who claimed wrong implants settles case
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Federal court records show an Ohio woman has settled her lawsuit against a
Aid helps states escape layoffs but adds concerns
NEW YORK (AP) — Cash-strapped states from Maine to Hawaii are tearing up the pink slips — for now —
Oil stuck below $76, gasoline prices slide lower
Gasoline prices are now a penny below where they were a week ago and could head lower after a
Del. diocese bankruptcy judge OKs victim trials
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The judge in the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington’s bankruptcy case has ruled
Psychiatrist who saw Anna Nicole Smith testifies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A hospital psychiatrist has testified that medication given to Anna Nicole Smith
Gates likes military’s plans to reinvest savings
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Defense Secretary Robert Gates says he is pleased with the military services’
AP Source: GM likely to file IPO papers next week
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. is likely to file paperwork next week that describes its plan to
JetBlue flight diverted over unruly passenger
CHANTILLY, Va. (AP) — A JetBlue Airways flight from Boston to the Dominican Republic had to land in
Ames water towers filling, but crisis persists
AMES, Iowa (AP) — Officials in Ames, Iowa, say the city’s water towers have enough water to start
Powder-filled letters sent to Texas, Ill., Mass.
DALLAS (AP) — A person who sent threatening letters containing suspicious white powder to several
Cincinnati police dog left in hot car dies
CINCINNATI (AP) — Authorities say a Cincinnati police dog has died after an officer left it in a hot
DA: Auchincloss to plead guilty in child porn case
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Oregon prosecutors say James Auchincloss, half-brother of the late
Arizona fugitive’s accomplice faces drug charges
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Authorities say the accomplice to an Arizona fugitive was acting as a drug
Confrontation with repo man leads to felony charge
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — California prosecutors have charged a 46-year-old man with felony vandalism
Stabbing spree suspect agrees to return to Mich.
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NYC executive gives panhandler a lot of credit
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SF commission postpones vote on pet sale ban
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BP reviewing pressure tests on Gulf oil well
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Stabbing spree suspect set for Ga. court hearing
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Building collapses in Detroit; 8 firefighters hurt
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Stocks fluctuate after retail sales rise modestly
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Poland defeats Texas, 5-4
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Blaze burns 5 cars in Pittsburgh parking garage
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2 more charged in triple slaying
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Bizarre Pa. collar bomb case set for October trial
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Community invited to church corn roast
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CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
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HELOISE: Empty bottles go through security
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: He’s trying to help, not hurt, 2 girls
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Brownlee Woods sign stands tall
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Traffic detour for part of state Route 46 begins Monday
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Springfield Twp. trustees mull action for road fixes
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Report: Severstal looks to sell Warren mill
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Prisoner transport to change
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Operation Inasmuch offers free services
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Youngstown man arrested in Campbell
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Poland leads 5-4 in third inning
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Today’s entertainment picks:
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State panel overseeing city schools overlooks home-grown assets
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Surplus food/clothing
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“In the short term, the sale will keep an important medical institution open in Youngstown.
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Friday Dances Eddie & the Edsels, 8 p.m., Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; 330-545-8995.
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success by 6 Children entering kindergarten this year in 14 Mahoning Valley school districts participated this summer in a United Way program aimed at preparing them for school. The districts and
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Peaceful protest gives last say to Reserve supporters
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Obama to sign $600M border bill
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ABCs — the United Way
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City schools to address fund pooling
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Poland jumps
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Riding with …
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Downhill ride
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Board member to take helm as CEO on Sept. 1
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North Lima auctioneer appeals one-year suspension of license
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Columbiana Co. prisoner transport program to change
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Youngstown man arrested on drug charges in Campbell
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Springfield Twp. trustees mull action for road repairs
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Success by 6 program prepares kids for kindergarten
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Mahoning commissioners abolish 26 jobs in JFS department
Mahoning commisisoners abolish 26 jobs in JFS department
Philadelphia-area thief gets 21 years house arrest
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2 missing miners feared dead at Nevada gold mine
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Calif Chamber: Pot law would allow smoking at work
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Professor claims NY college favored gays over him
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Shenango River spill nearly cleaned up
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North Dakota man swallows other inmate’s glasses
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Docs discover sprouting pea in Mass. man’s lung
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Mahoning commissioners abolish 26 JFS jobs
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Police: Suspected stabber had prior Va. arrest
WASHINGTON (AP) — Police in northern Virginia say a suspect in a string of 20 stabbings in three
Youngstown schools asked to pool money streams
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Parolee jumps in unattended squad car for joyride
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Jurors in Blago trial say they agree on 2 counts
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Schrenker to plead guilty to Ind. securities fraud
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Blagojevich jurors expected to clarify deadlock
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GM CEO Whitacre says will step down Sept. 1
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Calif couple could face 10-year sentence for bribe
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Senate passes resolution honoring ex-Sen. Stevens
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Opening statements under way in ex-Marine’s trial
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Police: Man suspected in semen attacks in Md.
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NY governor’s aide surrenders on assault charge
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Pa. passengers call JetBlue flight attendant rude
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Suspect in Mich., Va. stabbings nabbed in Atlanta
WASHINGTON (AP) — A man suspected in a series of stabbings in Virginia and Michigan was arrested at
Stocks to fall after Cisco earnings, jobless data
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2 men accused of cheating at casino blackjack
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Sweet potatoes close part of I-80 in Pa. after crash
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Laura Paden | Micah Zavadil
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Sorority to sponsor women’s luncheon
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Local doctor will host evening to help seniors get medicine
WARREN For the third year, Dr. Farid Naffah, a local gastroenterologist, will host his annual
HELOISE: Keep your washing machine efficient
Dear Readers: You probably have a favorite laundry detergent, and you hope that your clothes are
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Aunt Liz’ sponges off folks, irks her
By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I am a blessed child of two wonderful, loving
1-hitter lifts M.V. past S.I.
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Warren victims’ advocate: Lethal injection is just
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Mahoning sues to seize land for road
26 lawsuits target residents and church on Western Reserve By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Big Brothers make big impact
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St. E’s gears up to handle more charity cases
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Jackson injures chest muscle
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Cleveland Browns are awaiting further test results on starting
Company leads efforts to clean up Shenango River spill
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QB Anderson happy with fresh start
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Day for fun is remembrance of young family
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Leftwich prepared
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Tribe falls to Orioles again
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Columbiana Co. extends funding to jobs program
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County officials have agreed to extend
Centaur seeks OK to auction Valley View Downs
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Warren Italian fest to have new offering: fried ravioli
Staff report WARREN If you’ve never tried fried ravioli, this is your chance. Phil Sidoti,
Homelessness Hits Home
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WTG
Thursday CAR CRUISES Car cruise with DJ Richie, 5-8 p.m., The Fireplace, 2075 E. Western Reserve
Like most majors, PGA wide open
Associated Press SHEBOYGAN, Wis. Never mind what the oddsmakers are saying. The best bet to win
if you go to Betty's Summer Vacation
if you go What: “Betty’s Summer Vacation” Where: The Oakland Center for the Arts When: 8
if you go to Rick Springfield
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Mlb roundup Wednesday’s other games
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Barley’s, 21 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 330-743-6480
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Ambulants steers clear of mainstream sound
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Slow down ratification of arms treaty
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Gardening for a healthy mind, body and soul McClatchy Newspapers Ed Alexander looks and feels
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Toothpaste lets her cuddle kitty
Q. I have had a significant cat allergy for more than 25 years, but I recently got a cat on a trial
City man gets 7-year prison term for assaulting, kidnapping woman
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man convicted of kidnapping and
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Editorial: Last fall, we offered the follow- ing observation about the city of Warren’s financial condition:
if you go to Shaker Woods Festival
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Rick SpringfieldSFlbRocker’s hits unite generations
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Graphic Pink will rock again
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‘Betty’s Summer Vacation’ skewers American culture
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Metro digest || Boy puts car into gear
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Breakout hip-hop star Wiz Khalifa at Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rapidly rising hip-hop star Wiz Khalifa is already the king of the game
A mother knows these things
Opinion: By Mary Tillman Los Angeles Times Army Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal was forced to retire because of
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Just like Martha Stewart, Traficant went to jail unjustly
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Fine crafters return to Shaker Woods
Staff report COLUMBIANA The Shaker Woods Festival will return for three consecutive weekends
“Boston Med” (10 p.m., ABC): The riveting documentary series concludes with an
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August madness hits downtown
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Irish to gather for annual festival
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Padres topple Pirates
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Sovereign citizens spin history while rejecting government
Associated Press COLUMBUS They call themselves sovereign citizens, U.S. residents who declare
Valley killing case goes to jury
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Documents appear to link Demjanjuk to 2nd camp
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In China, death toll tops 1,000
Associated Press ZHOUQU, China Heavy rains lashed a remote section of northwestern China as the
Homeless box
MAHONING COUNTY Who are the homeless? An estimated 1,400 people were homeless in Youngstown and
Zvonareva avoids upset with marathon win
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Police create suspect list in Michigan stabbings
Associated Press DETROIT Police investigating a string of stabbings, including five deaths,
Look out for us, Singletary says
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Business digest || Macy’s posts income
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21/2 years added to prisoner’s sentence for vandalizing Mahoning County jail
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Opinion: JERUSALEM Two photographs adorn the office of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. Together they
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Observe Ramadan? Do it with an app
Associated Press PATERSON, N.J. The most ancient traditions of Islam are going high-tech, with a
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9-year-old girl escapes abduction
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Bad weather to cost Gulf crews 4 days
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Bad weather has delayed into early next week a massive effort to
26th Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival schedule
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pga roundup
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US on track to end role in Iraq
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama is satisfied that the United States can safely
Trade gap points to slower growth
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States is selling fewer products around the world and
Survivor tells of aid workers’ final moments
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Beat the heat: YSU coach Eric Wolford compared Wednesday morning’s practice to being in a steam room
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BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Bryleena Thigpen and Reinaldo Delgato, Youngstown, girl, Aug.
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Buddy Walk Saturday in Boardman
The 2010 Buddy Walk of the Valley is Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Shops at Boardman Park.
Child injured after car put into gear
A 5-year-old North Side boy was treated at St. Elizabeth Health Center for a severe injury to his hand after he accidentally put a car into gear.
Career criminal gets more jail time for guard assault here
Career criminal gets more jail time for guard assault here
Hester Howell gets lengthy prison term for attack on girlfriend
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JerBlue passengers agast, then giggly after flight attendant's meltdown
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Bicyclist intentionally hit in Liberty; police have motorist's license
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HMHP CEO weighs in on Forum sale and impact on charity care
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Video shows woman smashing window over McNuggets
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Showroom-ready Cruzes roll off assembly line
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Bellamy shows skills beyond age
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Greek dancers will perform at local event
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Vacation isn’t so great anymore
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Terlesky, 10, wins world golf crown
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Authorities train for new DNA rules
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Scrappers blast their way past Aberdeen
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Sta. Rosa de Lima festival spices up crowd in Campbell
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In the cup! Area aces
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Peyton’s place? In the film room
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Metro digest || Annual book sale
Annual book sale EAST PALESTINE Friends of the East Palestine Memorial Library will have its
Scrappers Notebook
Scrappers Notebook More from Eastwood Field Quite a development: Ross Atkins, Cleveland
Thome’s 578th homer powers Twins
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jim Thome loves a good pennant race even more than his climb up the
Washington ballplayer reunites with Youngstown’s ‘Shotgun’ Shuba
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Like many average 10 year-old boys, Max Turnquist
Cowboys easily handle Bengals in sloppy affair
Associated Press CANTON Terrell Owens chatted amiably with his former Cowboys teammates. Chad
Owens feels he should still be a Cowboy
Associated Press CANTON Terrell Owens believes he should still be playing for the Dallas
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Volant Harvest Day next Saturday
Volant Harvest Day, a celebration of the area’s rural farming heritage and summer’s bounty, is set for next Saturday.
Campbell man dead, juvenile wounded in Tremble Ave. shooting
An autopsy is scheduled for Monday on the body of a 20-year-old Campbell man shot about 10:15 p.m. Friday on Tremble Avenue near 13th Street, said Mahoning County coroner’s investigator Rick Jamrozik.
Dr. Naffah's annual 'Evening Under the Stars' Aug. 28
For the third year, Dr. Farid Naffah, a Warren gastroenterologist, will sponsor his “Evening Under the Stars” dining and cultural benefit.
East Palestine Library annual book sale starts Thursday
The friends of the East Palestine Memorial Library will hold its annual book sale and silent auction from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday in the basement of the library.
Avoid U.S. 224 at SR 11
Canfield Police Department is advising drivers to avoide U.S. Route 224 near state Route 11 because of paving.
Teen boys robbed after festival
Two teenage boys told police they were robbed near St. Lucy Church on Tenney Avenue after a church festival.
Daytime burglar sentenced to 10 years
Nicholas Calloway, 30, of Youngstown was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison for committing several daytime burglaries in Boardman, Campbell and Youngstown in 2009.
Registration for twirling teams Aug. 21
Northern Strut Twirling Teams will have open registration for individuals interested in baton twirling and flag-line twirling from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 21 at Astre Total Fitness Center, 374 Boardman-Poland Road.
Hearing for Boardman pharmacist to resume Oct. 27
A pretrial hearing for Boardman pharmacist Gary Evankovich conducted Friday was continued until Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. before Mahoning County Common Pleas Judge Lou A. D’Apolito.
Marich-Merkin wedding to be at St. Brendan
Marich-Merkin wedding to be at St. Brendan The engagement of Jamie Marich and Bruce Merkin, both
Weaver-Geiger wedding set for September
Weaver-Geiger wedding set for September POLAND Linda Weaver of Poland is announcing the
Sept. wedding to join Miss Jenoff and Mr. Olson
campbell Mary Ann Jenoff of Campbell is announcing the engagement and forthcoming marriage of her
Davina Cesene will be bride of Scott McPheron
The parents of Davina Cesene of Hubbard and Scott McPheron of Masury are announcing the engagement
Parents reveal date for Johnson, Baker wedding
Parents announce date for Johnson, Baker wedding The engagement and plans for the upcoming
Miss DiLoreto, Mr. Lambert set wedding date
Miss DiLoreto, Mr. Lambert set wedding date WARREN The engagement and plans for the upcoming
Miss Senchesak and Mr. DeWitt to be married
Miss Senchesak and Mr. DeWitt to be married The engagement of Nicole Lynn Senchesak and Mark
Red Hatters invited to luncheon
Red Hatters invited WARREN WellnessOne of Warren, 1553 Niles-Cortland Road, will host a luncheon
HELOISE: Thinking of getting a rabbit? Read this
Dear Readers: Cute as they are, rabbits require a lot of specialized care and handling. Intelligent,
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Dad is resentful that son freeloads
By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: Our three sons, ages 14, 17 and 20, live with us.
Gov.'s order prohibits outsourcing involving public money
Gov. Ted Strickland issued an executive order Friday barring public funding for companies fulfilling state contracts with outsourced labor.
No decision yet on clemency for Roderick Davie
Gov. Ted Strickland has not made a final decision on whether to grant clemency to a man sentenced to be executed Tuesday for killing two people at his former workplace in Warren.
Next week's road closures
The Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 has issued a list of traffic advisories for next week.
State prosecuting attorneys react to governor's request of new DNA tests
The Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association is “dismayed and surprised” by requests from Gov. Ted Strickland and Attorney General Richard Cordray to retest DNA evidence in seven criminal cases.
Hubbard's St. Pat's festival opens despite 'feud' between officials
Before St. Patrick Church Festival opened Thursday, five minor violations found by an inspector from the state fire marshal’s office were corrected. The festival attracted some 700 people on the opening day.
Forum unions discover contract options
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Forum Health unions learned Friday that
Poland softball stars win World Series trip
Staff report CARTHAGE, MO. Catcher Dani Rutana’s three hits and three RBIs helped the Poland
Leaders mark anniversary of 1965 Voting Rights Act
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s been more than four decades since a president’s
Leaders beginning to emerge
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN YSU senior guard Eric Rodemoyer has been playing
Scrappers fall in series finale
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers held the top of the Tri-
Drive for charter in Warren begins
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Two of the three Warren councilmen outvoted 6-3 two weeks
LeBeau likes ’11 Steelers’ D Curtain
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense knew it was getting old. But this
Fair program to honor Purple Heart recipients
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON A new program at the Columbiana County Fair
Dad's pot case bound over to court
Dad accused of corrupting kids Staff report new castle, pa. A man who’s accused of trying to
LaPorta’s HR beats Twins
Associated Press CLEVELAND Matt LaPorta homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning to
BOW WOW BLING
Boardman woman unleashes her creativity for pets By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com boardman
Rockies snap road skid against Bucs
Staff report PITTSBURGH Troy Tulowitzki hit a tiebreaking RBI single with two out in the seventh
Oakhill judge knows next to nothing about case
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The visiting judge presiding over the criminal
Strickland issues order banning outsourcing
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. Ted Strickland issued an executive order Friday
Town’s Sale of the Year
Lillian Snyder, 5, and her sister Katelyn Snyder, 11, both of Boardman, rummage through books during the 12th annual North Jackson community yard sale Friday afternoon.
Town Beckons Shoppers
Deals in yards of North Jackson attract thousands of customers By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com
Teachers hope $10B in bill will help keep jobs
Associated Press MIAMI Gretchen Marfisi was enjoying her summer, reading a book when the call
Voinovich: Raise fuel tax to create jobs
Voinovich: Raise fuel tax to create jobs COLUMBUS An Ohio U.S. senator known for bucking the
2 injured in crash
2 injured in crash neshannock, pa. An Edinburg, Pa., woman was in satisfactory condition Friday
Steve Jobs controversy is at an end
Opinion: By Patty Fisher San Jose Mercury News If the long saga of Steve Jobs and the Jackling House were
Poland flooding woes still streaming in
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Like many village residents, Roschelle Strollo is
Austintown Police Blotter
July 9 Drug offense: Police arrested Daniel Morales, 52, 215 Steele St., No. 3, Youngstown, on a
Canfield briefs
Preregistration only for Aug. 21 safety day The Canfield Kindergarten Safety Day will be Aug. 21
Park program features rodeo stars
A real cowboy and cowgirl visited the Mill Creek MetroParks Farm June 27, to show off their roping and tying skills and to teach attendees how they can do it, too.
Canfield swimmers excel in pentathlon
Canfield Swim and Tennis Club captured a first, three seconds and three third-place wins at the
Land purchase to help traffic flow on Idaho
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com A $100,000 land purchase is meant to expand the Austintown
New Austintown Dairy Queen to add smoothies
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com The township’s new Dairy Queen store will have neighborhood
Beanie Wells expects a breakout season
Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. Beanie Wells seems comfortable with the idea that this could
Humility House dedicates prayer garden
The dedication of the prayer garden at Humility House July 30 was both a solemn, reflective affair, as well as a joyful sharing of memories and stories.
Mixed martial arts
Mixed martial arts niles There will be an amateur mixed martial arts cage match tonight at
Poland swimmers lose meet, win races
Despite several top performances, the Poland Swim Club lost a 330-168 decision to the Firestone Area
Beach, books and bingo at Poland library
The library doesn’t need a beach to throw a summertime party. Poland library hosted a Beach Party
Sports briefs
Fitch hosts meeting for swimmers and parents The Austintown Fitch High School swim team will have
Canfield elementary students get a head start
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Fifteen children entering kindergarten in the Canfield Local
Boardman Park hosts family fun night
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Families in Boardman were treated to a special night of free
Sports briefs
Poland swimmer gets pentathlon win Poland swim team member Taylor Tofil captured first place in
Browns’ Davis to compete
By Tony Grossi The Cleveland Plain Dealer BEREA Older and wiser? “Oh, yeah,” Browns running
Elvis impersonator, car show raise funds for Wilcox
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The crowd at Poland’s Yellow Creek Theatre was ‘All Shook
Ulster project hosts Irish teens
Teenagers from Ireland have once again visited and bonded with Americans through a 22-year-old
Boardman Park says aloha to seniors
More than 100 senior citizens gathered together wearing their best Hawaiian outfits and leis for a
Traditional campers have it all
There is nothing like the old-fashioned summer camp full of crafts, sports and socializing. The
Elvis impersonator, car show raise funds for Brett Wilcox
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The crowd at Poland’s Yellow Creek Theatre was ‘All Shook
Applewood swimmers float past Logan
Strong performances from everyone highlighted Applewood swim team’s final dual meet of the season
Boardman Park hosts family fun night
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Families in Boardman were treated to a special night of free
Mooney speech team earns honors
Cardinal Mooney High School earned special recognition at the 2010 National Forensic League National
Canfield summer gym program hits the road
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The summer gym program at Canfield High School offers
Boardman preschool earns recognition
The Boardman United Methodist Preschool and Child Care Center (BUMP) has recently been awarded its
Sports briefs
Cheerleaders host clinic Canfield High School cheerleaders will be hosting a cheer leading clinic
Canfield Baseball Club coaches play hard ball
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Coaching baseball is one thing, but as coaches of the
Boardman swimmers win pentathlon
Boardman Tennis and Swim club members Ryan Bailey and River Flatley won first place in the boys 15
Retire-rehire plan bolsters police force
By ASHLEY LUTHERN aluthern@vindy.com The chief of police, who has 33 years of service with the
Kids make own instruments at church camp
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The eight attendees of Camp Rock, offered through the Kid
Boardman Park hosts family fun night
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Families in Boardman were treated to a special night of free
Plane and simple: He’s an aviation fan
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com What do Canfield residents do when hobbies become too easy?
Traditional campers have it all
There is nothing like the old-fashioned summer camp full of crafts, sports and socializing. The
Lemonade, candy sale raises funds for Wilcox
Ashley Mickey and friend Courtney Schwind continued to raise funds for their 2-year-old neighbor
Elvis impersonator, car show raise funds for Brett Wilcox
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The crowd at Poland’s Yellow Creek Theatre was ‘All Shook
Mermaid says read at Austintown library
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The group of children attending the Austintown library’s
Boardman briefs
Open house at Little Learners Academy Littler Learners Academy Preschool is hosting an open house
Sports briefs
Hunka achieves great feat at Mill Creek Dave Hunka Jr. of Boardman aced the 180-yard No. 7 hole at
Pedal for a good cause
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is hosting its 24th annual Bike MS: Pedal to the Point Ride
Classic cars draw traffic at Boardman Park
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Boardman Park hosted the Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club’s
Austintown briefs
Curves offers Silver Sneakers classes Free Silver Sneakers classes are offered daily to eligible
Residents tune in to music in the park
By CHRISTINE KEELING ckeeling@vindy.com Bob and Hannah Henderson turned, twisted and twirled to
Classic cars draw traffic at Boardman Park
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Boardman Park hosted the Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club’s
Canfield native autographs copies of his new book
Canfield native Martin D. Pallante signed copies of his latest book titled “Creating Sustainable
Poland Woods more than just bluebells
Bluebell lovers from all over flock to Poland Woods in the spring, but on Monday it was faithful
U.S. response to killer floods in Pakistan timely, necessary
Editorial: The United States is in a battle with Islamic militant activists in Pakistan, but this one doesn’t
Becker acquires Davis Funeral Home
Becker acquires Davis Funeral Home boardman Davis Funeral Home, 4996 Market St., has been
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Time to outlaw exotic pets
Opinion: By Lisa Wathne People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals An Indiana boy and his dog were
Cuba’s economy in free fall
Opinion: The Miami Herald: It’s amazing that the Castro brothers have any free hands left, what with having
LIMEX meeting is Aug. 26
Staff report youngstown The Diocese of Youngstown Office of Religious Education will host an
In concert
In concert columbiana The Pathfinders of Charlotte N.C., Southern Gospel recording stars, will
Selected local stocks
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PART OF HISTORY
St. Patrick Church seeks a long-lost photo of interior of first building In an age when we not
Dish will stream live TV on iPad, other devices
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Dish subscribers will soon be able to watch live satellite TV on
Parents include children in Ramadan
Associated Press Kulsum Tasnif’s kids might be too young to fast Ramadan, but that doesn’t mean
Sanctions lifted against multi-faith institution
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The United Methodist Church has lifted sanctions against the
Lythgoe to return as ‘Idol’ exec producer
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A familiar face is coming back to “American Idol,” and it’s not
Ramadan marked by fasting and prayer
This year, the month of Ramadan starts Wednesday for Valley Muslims. During the holy month of
Sentencing reform falls short
Opinion: By Brian Gilmore McClatchy-Tribune Congress did not go far enough to rectify the problems with
Years ago
Today is Saturday, Aug. 7, the 219th day of 2010. There are 146 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Garcon keeps Haiti close to his heart
Associated Press ANDERSON, Ind. Pierre Garcon loves playing football. He also learned there’s
veterans to be recognized
veterans to be recognized Here is a list of Columbiana County veterans who received the Purple
vBluegrass Music Festival, 2-8 p.m.: General Assembly Church of God, 2021 E. River Road, Newton
vBluegrass Music Festival, 2-8 p.m.: General Assembly Church of God, 2021 E. River Road, Newton
A great weekend to be on the water
It’s a great weekend to be on the water. But reality for me is that all weekends are great for
Tyson Gay upsets Bolt in 100
Associated Press STOCKHOLM It turns out Usain Bolt can be beaten. From Beijing to Berlin, it
NEWS MAKERS
NEWS MAKERS Bernsen in bar brawl NEW FRANKLIN, Ohio Actor-director Corbin Bernsen has told
GUESTS ON SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows this weekend: ABC’s “This Week:SDRq Gen. Ray Odierno,
Hunter course
Hunter course HUBBARD The Hubbard Conservation Club will sponsor a hunter-education course Aug.
Clich s bog down ‘Step Up’
McClatchy Newspapers In one significant respect, “Step Up 3D” is a step up. That is, in
It’s time to discuss race relations in US intelligently, reasonably
Opinion: My July column on interracial marriage and dating kicked off a pretty lengthy debate on race on
ND coach wants toughness
Associated Press SOUTH BEND, Ind. Brian Kelly’s real work is just starting. Sure, he’s made
Jobs report hurts stocks, dollar
Associated Press NEW YORK Safety first. That appears to be the new motto for investors trying to
Milwaukee teachers fight to get Viagra drug coverage back
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. With the district in a financial crisis and hundreds of its
Pitt has high expectations
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pitt officially starts preseason practice today in the most
One of the frustrations of wildlife conservation is determining who’s in charge. At the state
One of the frustrations of wildlife conservation is determining who’s in charge. At the state level,
Bike maker aiding in probe
Associated Press MILWAUKEE The bicycle maker that sponsors Lance Armstrong’s racing team is
‘Feud’ fails to hinder opening of St. Patrick Church Festival
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hubbard Before St. Patrick Church Festival opened
Weak hiring signals long slog ahead
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation isn’t creating nearly enough jobs to reduce persistently
Mother arrested in deaths of 3 kids
Associated Press EDINBURGH, Scotland Scottish police on Friday charged the American mother of
Race for the Chase heats up
Associated Press WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. Clint Bowyer is a marked man, and he is up for the challenge
wnba roundup
Fever 95, Dream 93 INDIANAPOLIS Tamika Catchings scored a season-high 30 points and hit the
’91 killer’s fate remains in hands of governor
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. Ted Strickland has not made a final decision on
Boys accused in attack stay in custody
Staff report WARREN The three teens charged in the July 21 baseball-bat beating of 15-year-old
Mickelson trails leader by 1 shot at Bridgestone
Associated Press AKRON Phil Mickelson is closing in on No. 1. The first step is to make up a
Investigators seek undersea evidence from Gulf oil spill
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Now that BP appears to have vanquished its ruptured well,
IRL’s blocking rules will stay on books
Associated Press LEXINGTON, Ohio Scott Dixon watched Helio Castroneves move his No. 3 Honda a
New al-Qaida leader lived in US more than 15 years
Associated Press MIAMI A suspected al-Qaida operative who lived for more than 15 years in the
The act banned discrimination in voting practices by state, federal and local governments.
The act banned discrimination in voting practices by state, federal and local governments.
Poland woman charged with trafficking in drugs
Staff report POLAND The Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force arrested a 57-year-old woman
Metro digest || Operation Christmas Child
Operation Xmas Child NILES Operation Christmas Child Northeast Ohio will have a community
mlb roundup | Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Yankees 3 NEW YORK A dropped infield popup by Francisco Cervelli
Road projects to force various detours next week
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 has issued a list of
Couple leaves $35M to Cleveland’s University Hospitals
Associated Press CLEVELAND Officials say a $35 million gift is the largest single donation ever
Man pleads innocent to assault on cop
Staff report WARREN A Deerfield Avenue Southwest man pleaded innocent in Warren Municipal Court
Prosecutors angered over calls for new DNA tests
By Marc KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association is “dismayed
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Operation Christmas Child Saturday at mall
Operation Christmas Child Northeast Ohio will have a community kickoff to ramp up National Collection Week.
Indians win on LaPorta’s homer
Matt LaPorta homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Cleveland Indians a 7-6
Pirates doubled up by Rockies
Troy Tulowitzki hit a tiebreaking RBI single with two out in the seventh and the Colorado Rockies
Dad jailed after kids report he forced them to use drugs
A man who’s accused of trying to force his children to smoke marijuana had his case bound over to the Lawrence County Common Cleas Court.
Warren man denies assaulting officer during arrest
A Deerfield Avenue Southwest man pleaded innocent in Warren Municipal Court this week to charges related to an alleged assault on a police officer.
Police standoff with machete-weilding man in Austintown
Two men were hospitalized Friday night after a police standoff with a machete-wielding man at 5050 Kirk Road.
Leaders mark anniversary of 1965 Voting Rights Act
Leaders mark anniversary of 1965 Voting Rights Act
Rodemoyer emerges as a leader for YSU football team
YSU senior guard Eric Rodemoyer has been playing college football long enough to have been a
Lawrence Co. woman in satisfactory condition after traffic accident
Lawrence Co. woman in satisfactory condition after traffic accident
Thousands still have no power in eastern Ohio after storms
Thousands still have no power in eastern Ohio after storms
Visiting judge appointed for Oakhill case
YOUNGSTOWN — The Ohio Supreme Court appointed William Herman Wolff Jr., a retired Ohio 2nd District
Ohio man to be tried third time in wife's tub drowning
Ohio man to be tried third time in wife's tub drowining
Scuffle not part of Ohio movie for Corbin Bernsen
Scuffler not part of Ohio movie for Corbin Bernsen
U.S. joins Hiroshima A-bomb memorial for first time
U.S. joins Hiroshima A-bomb memorial for first time
Companies hire at slow pace for 3rd straight month
Companies hire at slow pace for 3rd straight month
Laurie-Packo engagement is announced
MINERAL RIDGE The engagement of Amanda Christine Laurie and Sean Michael Packo, both of Mineral
Wedding planned by Miss Brediger and Mr. Buxman
Wedding planned by Miss Brediger and Mr. Buxman ORRVILLE, ohio The engagement of Lauren
3 Warren teens remain in custody in bat beating case
The three teens charged in the July 21 baseball-bat beating of 15-year-old Verdarell Lowery of Warren will remain in juvenile custody until at least their next hearing.
Breakfast, shoot planned Saturday
Breakfast, shoot planned Saturday salem The Lowell Iden Memorial trap shoot & breakfast will
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ASSOCIATIONS Yo-Mah-O Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals
HELOISE: Labeling system eases moves
Dear Heloise: My wife and I just completed our 13th move. But moving doesn’t become any more fun. I
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Protective mother is scared for kids
By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: A year ago, my uncle was released from prison after
Poland woman charged with drug trafficking has long criminal history
The Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force arrested a 57-year-old woman with a lengthy prison record reaching to the Bronx on drug-trafficking charges.
Steel Valley Cluster Dog Show to attract 1,000 dogs
More than 1,000 dogs are shown each day at one of the largest shows in Ohio.
CHS’ $120M bid wins Forum nod
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com CLEVELAND Community Health Systems’ bid of $120 million
Fearsome 5
Transfer Najee Taylor seems to be the favorite at quarterback for Youngstown State, but four others
Reardon slated to appear for booking; Lawyer: Cafaro Sr. will be vindicated
Lawyer: Cafaro Sr. will be vindicated By John W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Wolford pleased with first day of workouts
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Grinning from ear to ear, new YSU football coach
Eckert’s Interiors closes after nearly a century
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Boardman After 98 years in business, a family-owned
YSU notebook
Pressed for success: All five YSU quarterbacks got reps in Thursday’s opening practice and, as might be expected, their performances were a little uneven.
Scrappers beat Tri-City on sacrifice fly in ninth inning
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Niles A sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth inning gave
Ex-cop gets three years of probation
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com youngstown A former police officer who is convicted of
Bristol gets $2.2 million for fire station
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com BRISTOLVILLE U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan stood on the edge of a cornfield
Scrappers notebook || More from Eastwood Field
Youth movement: About 50 area children were guests at Eastwood Field prior to Wednesday’s game between the Valley Scrappers and Tri-City as part of a youth baseball clinic sponsored.
Petitions filed to recall mayor
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Phillip Beer of Newton Falls says the dynasty of power
Poland blanks Mich., plays for Oregon trip
STAFF REPORT CARTHAGE, MO. Ally Deemer’s two-hit shutout of Michigan has the Poland 11-12 Little
B&B Contractors hired to do work at Exal site
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city hired a company for $2.07 million to
Voters will see many tax levies on ballot
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Plenty of political entities and school
SCORN to SHREDS
Bill Botch 24 of Boardman waits in line to destRoy his LeBron memorabilia as Gary Bosley of Protect & Shred, shreds LeBron James Cavaliers apparel before the Scrappers game Thursday night.
Senate confirms Kagan for Supreme Court
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate confirmed Elena Kagan on Thursday as the Supreme Court’s
Stewart likes Watkins Glen
By Jim Pedley Sporting News NASCAR Wire Service There is a sizable handful of Sprint Cup Series
Despite Will Ferrell ... ‘Guys’ is good, but not great
By Rick Bentley McClatchy Newspapers 111Ferrell plays Allen Gamble, a numbers-crunching New York
Browns like what they see in LB Gocong
Associated Press BEREA Linebacker Chris Gocong isn’t the only one at the Cleveland Browns’
Metro digest || Sharonline reunion
Sharonline reunion The 2010 Sharonline Reunion Weekend begins today and continues through Sunday.
18 states issue heat advisories
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. This heat wave isn’t just stifling — it’s deadly. Extreme
Husband caught cheating on Facebook
Associated Press CLEVELAND Dread of the unknown hung in the air as Lynn France typed two words
Watson — Bubba, not Tom — has lead in Akron
Associated Press AKRON Not even one of his favorite golf courses is much use to Tiger Woods
Good sign for prez
Opinion: By Jaime O’Neill Los Angeles Times Barack Obama turned 49 Wednesday. That makes him a Leo, for
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. When “CSI: Miami” started years ago, there was a
Ambrose relives Sonoma error, still
Associated Press Marcos Ambrose is over it. Almost. Sort of. The affable Australian NASCAR
’60s TV star falls for patient fan
Associated Press WEST CHESTER, Pa. Forty-five years after a Pennsylvania woman sent a fan
BALLOT ISSUES for mahoning, trumbull and columbiana counties | Nov. 2 election
Questions, issues and options for the general election had to be filed with county boards of elections by Wednesday.
Rice, Smith headline HOF inductions
Associated Press Jerry Rice was the 16th name called in the 1985 NFL draft. Emmitt Smith saw 16
Buckeyes hope offensive line jells quickly
By Ken Gordon The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS On the surface, Justin Boren fits the stereotype
Pirates’ newcomer McDonald shuts down Rockies
Associated Press PITTSBURGH James McDonald pitched six shutout innings in his Pittsburgh debut
Report: Medicare fund extended 12 years
Associated Press WASHINGTON A report on the financial condition of the Medicare and Social
Speak out against Oakhillgate
Opinion: Speak out against Oakhillgate As a resident, taxpayer, citizen and voter in the Mahoning Valley,
Bengals’ Odom is anxious to return following injury
Associated Press GEORGETOWN, Ky. Antwan Odom zips around the Cincinnati Bengals’ training camp
Woman is indicted in robbery of neighbor, 84
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted a 38-year-old woman on a
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert J. Domico Jr., 35, of Poland and Gina C.
CLARIFICATION
CLARIFICATION A story in Tuesday’s Vindicator said Campbell will try to collect $200,000 in
Pentagon demands return of leaked war documents
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon demanded Thursday that a website that solicits leaked
BP finishes pumping cement into blown-out Gulf oil well
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS BP finished pumping fresh cement into its blown-out oil well
Goodell won’t rule on Roethlisberger just yet
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. Ben Roethlisberger got a thumb’s up from NFL commissioner Roger
Ex-car dealer fails to show up for sentencing
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The owner of a former city car dealership who was convicted of
oddly enough
oddly enough Federal court bars candidate’s lawsuit over expletive MADISON, Wis. A federal
Sharon Speedway hosts, toasts fans
Staff report Hartford Sharon Speedway’s Fan Appreciation Night is Saturday, featuring general
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vYoungstown Area Community Concert Band, 7:30 p.m.: Directed by
Benefit dinner planned
Special to The Vindicator RAVENNA The family of Jeremy Reynolds will have a benefit dinner
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Today is Friday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2010. There are 147 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
GO&DO Friday
TOday Dances Ballroom Social Dance with Mark (lesson 6-7:30), 8 to 11 p.m., Avon Oaks Ballroom,
McGloin looks for his shot at QB as Penn St. begins
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. The biggest question facing Penn State entering preseason
Beltre’s slam defeats Indians
Associated Press BOSTON Daisuke Matsuzaka pitched eight solid innings and Adrian Beltre hit a
Report: Unions favored in building of schools in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS An official who oversees school-building projects in Ohio abused his
Wars taking a toll
Opinion: Times-Reporter (Dover-New Philadelphia): The story of Marine Staff Sgt. Curtis Long, a 2002 Claymont
Ex-teammate claims Armstrong knew of drug use on Tour team
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Lance Armstrong’s attorney has lashed out at a report that a
US charges 14 in terrorist scheme
US charges 14 in terrorist scheme WASHINGTON The government announced Thursday that it has
West Virginia football accused of six rules violations by NCAA
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. West Virginia student managers, graduate assistants and other
lisa-ann ishihara | the vindicator
lisa-ann ishihara | the vindicator Dan Robeson holds his LeBron James Cavaliers jersey after it
Corruption case a minefield
Opinion: There’s much to consider and write about the Mahoning County Oakhill corruption indictment.
Benefits of stimulus program merit its speedy extension
Editorial: Eighteen months ago in the dawn- ing days of the administration of President Barack Obama,
It’s the House of Entitlement
Opinion: WASHINGTON My favorite part of the ethics report on Charlie Rangel involves his efforts to “close”
John Ault begins term on OHSAA Board
John Ault begins term on OHSAA Board COLUMBUS John Ault, Athletic Administrator at West Branch
15-year mortgage rates dip below 4 percent
Associated Press WASHINGTON A plunge in mortgage rates is giving homeowners a rare opportunity
Shoppers become choosy again
Associated Press With the economy only limping along, Americans once again are being choosy at
Business digest || Wedgewood Pizza opens in Columbus
Wedgewood Pizza opens in Columbus columbus A franchise of Fernando’s Wedgewood Pizza opened here
Act tough on climate change
Opinion: By Bill McKibben Los Angeles Times Try to fit these facts together: According to the National
TV ads boost media revenue
Associated Press NEW YORK Americans may be fond of the Web, but they are still in love with
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Thursday, August 5 (132 stories)
Tonight's ' LeBron-fire' postponed because of rain
Dan Robeson can think of a choice word to call LeBron James, but it certainly isn’t MVP.
Scrappers win in the ninth
A sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth inning gave the Mahoning Valley Scrappers a walk-off
Boston beats Indians 6-2
Daisuke Matsuzaka pitched eight solid innings and Adrian Beltre hit a grand slam to lead the Boston
McDonald leads Pittsburgh to win in his debut
James McDonald pitched six shutout innings in his Pittsburgh debut and the Pirates sent the Colorado
Blagojevich jurors end 7th day of deliberations
CHICAGO (AP) — Jurors have ended their seventh day of deliberations at the corruption trial of
Sewer work causes lane restrictions on Rayen Avenue near Fifth Avenue
YOUNGSTOWN The collapse of a sewer line that’s at least 100 years old will restrict traffic to one
Indy to host Big Ten football title game in 2011
The Big Ten has chosen Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis as the site for the first Big Ten
Indians catcher Santana out for the season
Cleveland Indians catcher Carlos Santana is set to have surgery on his injured left knee and will
Bubba Watson leads at Bridgestone
Bubba Watson sure didn’t look as though he was making his debut at Firestone. He opened with a
Community Health Systems gets Forum Health for $120 million
Community Health Systems’ bid of $120 million was enough to make it the new owner of Forum Health,
Grand jury indicts woman who robbed, beat elderly man
Grand jury indicts woman who robbed, beat elderly man
Drug bottles were found in Anna Nicole Smith death room
Drug bottles were found in Anna Nicole Smith death room
Pa. woman run over on Fla. beach dies 10 years later
Pa. woman run over on Fla. beach dies 10 years later
U.S. Senate OKs bill to aid Pa. governments, schools
Senate OKs bill to aid Pa. governments, schools
Defendant fails to show up in court for sentencing
Defendant fails to show up in court for sentencing
GM to have 25 percent fewer dealers after arbitration
GM to have 25 percent fewer dealers after arbitration
Mahoning Co. auditor, staff, meet tonight with township fiscal officers
Auditor, staff meet with township association
Report: Unions favored in Ohio school construction
Report: Unions favored in Ohio school construction
Greatest Golfer | The Petrosky Handicap Challenge
Chuck's playing swell, and he's in a new division. But he's still in the "Greatest."
Chief master sergeant in Ohio to face court martial
Chief master sergeant in Ohio to face court martial
Anthony Cafaro Sr. booked on charges stemming from Oakhill probe
Anthony Cafaro Sr. booked on charges stemming from Oakhill probe
Senate set today to confirm Kagan to U.S. Supreme court
Kagan to become Supreme Court's fourth woman justice
Appeal of ruling could delay gay weddings in Calif.
Appeal of ruling could delay gay weddings in Calif.
Achladis-Tomko wedding to be in September
Achladis-Tomko wedding to be Sept. 4 in Warren The engagement and forthcoming marriage of Stella
Vertanen-Geric wedding plans are announced
Vertanen-Geric wedding plans are announced The engagement of Jill Vertanen of Columbus and Josh
Western Night planned at Glenellen
Western Night planned at Glenellen NORTH LIMA Glenellen Senior Living Community, 9661 Market
HELOISE: Tips for visiting someone in hospital
Dear Readers: It seems the topic of whether to visit or not to visit someone in the hospital is
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She’s hoping ‘Chuck’ commits
By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I am 52 years old, have been divorced for 15 years
Wolford’s spring cleaning
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On Jan. 8, just a few weeks after he was hired, YSU
Turning Tech leaps into European market
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Turning Technologies, the largest software company
Forum’s future unfolds today
New owner could be named after auction By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The
Falls police say boy may have shot himself with unsecured gun
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Police say the gun that they believe a 4-year-old
Tension builds in Team Pavlik
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Four months after Kelly Pavlik lost his middleweight
Michigan next for Poland
Staff report CATHAGE, MO. Because runs allowed per inning was a factor in determining seeds, the
Camp to continue despite boy’s drowning
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A six-week-long summer camp at Leonard Kirtz
Pa. teen hurt while car surfing
Special to The Vindicator HERMITAGE, Pa. Natalie Huff, 17, of 101 Orange Street, New Castle,
YSU leads Horizon with 15 academic all-stars
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State had a league-best 15 student-athletes named to the
Mount Union is top pick in OAC football
Staff report COLUMBUS In the least surprising event of the college football preseason, Mount
Indictees vow vigorous defense
By John W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Three of the seven people indicted in the
Jury: Woman is not guilty of abuse
By John W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A jury has decided that a 20-year-old
St. Pat’s festival kicks off today in Hubbard
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hubbard Music, food and the chance to win a 2010
Danger in the court
William Kostelic, consultant for the 4M Co., places a business card between two bricks inside the Mahoning County Courthouse catacombs to show how much the walls have shifted. Kostelic said the chambers under the courthouse statues need to be stabilized to prevent eventual collapse
Social sports
More activities inching their way toward becoming exercise Chicago Tribune CHICAGO It was fast
MAKE IT HEALTHY
MAKE IT HEALTHY Two simple ways to turn a day of bowling or bags into a slightly healthier
End of Gulf oil leak appears to be in sight
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS In the end, it was a crush of mud that finally plugged the blown-
2 Boardman alumni honored
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Boardman A beloved orchestra director and inspirational
oddly enough
oddly enough Banished Ohio man to be resentenced WADSWORTH, Ohio A man essentially ordered to
Website founder is excited about local B.o.B. show
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In the fickle word of hip-hop concert tours, Northeast
Theater critic dreams of what could be
By MILAN PAURICH entertainment@vindy.com It’s that time of year when community theaters release
2010-11 schedules for stage, ballet, orchestra and opera
2010-11 schedules for stage, ballet, orchestra and opera THE YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE 600
At Firestone, Woods finds a comfort zone
Associated Press AKRON A two-hour window Wednesday provided a snapshot of a strange year for
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Liberty Township trustees, special meeting, 10 a.m., administration building, 1315
‘Casey Malone Show’ to premiere on WFMJ, WBCB this weekend
Staff report youngstown “The Casey Malone Show,” which will showcase locally owned restaurants
Meeks to continue as EGCC president
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com lisboN The president of Eastern Gateway Community College
Surging forward, with a bang
By John Benson entertainment@vindy.com In case you want to get insight into the thought process
Mahoning property taxes due by Friday
Staff report youngstown Mahoning County property owners have until Friday to pay their second-
Arizona inmate escape exposes security flaws
Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. The three inmates didn’t seem to arouse the least bit of
High winds topple 3 egg barns
Associated Press CROTON, Ohio High winds reaching 70 mph knocked over three barns Wednesday at
Obama marks 49th birthday in Chicago
Obama marks 49th birthday in Chicago CHICAGO Alone on his 49th birthday, President Barack Obama
YEARS AGO
Today is Thursday, Aug. 5, the 217th day of 2010. There are 148 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohio to get funds to curb foreclosures
Staff report The state will receive $172 million in federal funds to help homeowners prevent
‘Glee’ fan McCartney asks that sitcom use his music
Associated Press BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. “Glee” co-creator Ryan Murphy thought he was being
Kagan debate is revealing
Opinion: This week’s Senate debate on Elena Kagan is less about confirming President Barack Obama’s second
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Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., Girard; 330-518-8891. Fri: Ballroom Social Dance with Mark
Despite changes, ‘Hawaii Five-O’ keeps theme
McClatchy Newspapers CBS is “rebooting” the old “Hawaii Five-O” this fall with a new look, a new
Obama honors 13 for deeds
Associated Press WASHINGTON Jorge Munoz uses donations and money he earns as a school-bus driver
Robiskie confident in second camp
Associated Press BEREA Brian Robiskie believes finding a comfort zone at the Cleveland Browns’
Columbiana tax initiative filed by deadline
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM An initiative petition to reinstate the 1 percent
Will.i.am doesn’t support a new Jackson album
Associated Press NEW YORK A new Michael Jackson album is expected by the end of the year, culled
Teen stores in tight spot for back-to-school season
Teen stores in tight spot for back-to-school season Associated Press NEW YORK Half-priced
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Dr. Jeffrey and Annamarie (Toland) Glaser of Charlotte, N.C., are announcing the birth of a son,
A-Rod finally gets No. 600
Associated Press NEW YORK Alex Rodriguez added his own memento to Monument Park, even though
Protecting the homeless
Opinion: The Cincinnati Enquirer: (The recent) terrible accident in which a homeless woman was run over by a
Use meat tenderizer for pain of sting
Q. I got stung by a red wasp yesterday, and it felt like someone jabbed me with a hot poker. I’d
Judge overturns California ban on gay marriage
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A federal judge overturned California’s gay-marriage ban
Bucs still can’t figure out Cueto
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Johnny Cueto vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates is quickly becoming one of
Time to terminate affirmative action
Opinion: By Gregory Rodriguez Los Angeles Times The biggest blow to affirmative action in its nearly 50
Jobs bill moves ahead
Associated Press WASHINGTON Last-minute money to save the jobs of tens of thousands of teachers
Companies deserve blame, too
Opinion: Companies deserve blame, too Did you ever notice that when a company files for bankruptcy, it’s
New This Week
New This Week The Expendables (R) (not yet reviewed) A hard-hitting action/thriller about a
Part 2 of ‘Breaking Dawn’ due Nov. 2012
Associated Press LOS ANGELES “Twilight” fans will get their final taste of the vampire series
Steelers seek a remedy
LATROBE, Pa. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ running game went from very good to very average so quickly,
CPR/AED class
CPR/AED class BOARDMAN/WARREN The American Red Cross’ CPR/AED for Professionals, an eight-hour
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU’s Blose finalist for kicking award
YSU’s Blose finalist for kicking award YOUNGSTOWN YSU senior Stephen Blose was one of 40 kickers
newsmakers
newsmakers Salahi sari on sale WASHINGTON Michaele Salahi is going to auction off the red sari
Nix, Marte homer in Indians’ victory
Associated Press BOSTON Andy Marte hit a three-run homer in a five-run seventh inning, and
Best Bets on TV
“The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.” (9 p.m., Bravo): Why should the women in Orange County,
Charity Fest will benefit 4 causes
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Two local businessmen are throwing an end-of-
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony P. Arnoto, legal age, 17 Euclid Ave.,
Man faces drug charges
Staff report campbell Jamar Spivey, 25, of Thornton Avenue, Youngstown, faces multiple charges
Westminster makes list of best colleges
Staff report new wilmington, pa. Westminster College is one of the country’s best institutions
Campbell assault
Campbell assault campbell A man accused of punching another man so hard he had to go to the
Hubbard, Girard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD
Gubernatorial candidates agree to OHNO-sponsored debates
Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The two major-party Ohio gubernatorial candidates have agreed to two
Brazil refuses again to extradite Claudia Hoerig
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Brazilian government has refused once again to
Service sector offers hope
Associated Press WASHINGTON Job prospects are looking just a little brighter. The service
Request from developer sparks dispute among Campbell officials
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A developer wants to build a strip plaza that
Sales of Cobalts zoom in last days
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com New models of the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cobalt have become
Steel Valley Cluster show begins today
Staff report Canfield The annual Steel Valley Cluster Dog Show begins today and runs through
Youngstown school building program ends with Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Youngstown School District’s building program ends with completion of new Woodrow Wilson Middle
Shooting suspect arrested
Staff report campbell Campbell police have a man in custody in a drive-by shooting at an
Clarity from Obama needed with regard to Afghanistan
Editorial: July was the deadliest month for the American military in the nine-year war on terrorism in
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Campbell cops get new pact
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A new two-year police contract gives raises to
Historian doubts Demjanjuk’s claim
Associated Press MUNICH A U.S. military historian expressed doubts about John Demjanjuk’s
Murder becomes a matter of faith
Opinion: By Abeer Mohammed and Neil Arun Institute for War & Peace Reporting BAGHDAD The murder of a
Selected local stocks
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FTC heralds Intel settlement
FTC heralds Intel settlement SAN FRANCISCO The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its
Hysteria defines America
Opinion: By Tim Rutten Los Angeles Times If you re-engage the American media after a month out of the
Wednesday, August 4 (126 stories)
Tased man has prongs removed at hospital
A man who was tased by police while fleeing a traffic stop faces multiple charges.
Masterson, Marte lead Indians past Red Sox 9-1
Andy Marte hit a three-run homer in a five-run seventh inning, and Justin Masterson pitched five
Zone change requested for proposed strip plaza in Campbell
A developer wants to build a strip plaza that would include grocery and hardware stores and a bank on 8 acres at the southeast corner of McCartney Road and Sycamore Drive.
There’s tension inside Team Pavlik
Four months after Kelly Pavlik lost his middleweight titles, cracks are beginning to show inside
2010-11 schedules for stage, ballet, orchestra and opera
Wondering what you're going to do for fun this fall and winter and next spring?
YSU leads Horizon League in spring academics
Youngstown State had a league-best 15 student-athletes named to the Horizon League’s spring sports
Reds’ Cueto tough on Pirates again
Johnny Cueto dominated the Pirates again over six innings, Paul Janish homered and drove in four
Steelers seek a better short-yardage attack
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ running game went from very good to very average so quickly, even team
Browns’ Robiskie confident in second pro camp
Brian Robiskie is now having the good training camp many expected of him as a Cleveland Browns
United flight evacuated after landing gear problem
CHICAGO (AP) — United Airlines officials say passengers on a flight from London to Chicago made an
Wolford conducts spring cleaning at YSU
On Jan. 8, just a few weeks after he was hired, YSU football coach Eric Wolford said he would make
Blagojevich jury may have to decide forfeiture issue
CHICAGO — No verdict emerged Wednesday as jurors in the corruption trial of former Illinois Gov. Rod
Same-sex marriage ban overturned in Calif.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal judge overturned California’s same-sex marriage ban Wednesday in a landmark case that could eventually land before the U.S. Supreme Court to decide if gays have a constitutional right to marry in America.
Mount Union favored in Ohio Athletic Conference
Staff report COLUMBUS In the least surprising event of the college football preseason, Mount
Thomas More favored in Presidents’ Athletic Conference
Thomas More was selected to repeat as champion in the Presidents’ Athletic Conference, according to
Pa. murder suspect lunges at co-defendant in court
Pa. murder suspect lunges at co-defendant in court
Coroner: Pneumonia killed Brittany Murphy husband
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles coroner’s office says Brittany Murphy’s husband died from
Dish Network to stream live TV on iPad, other devices
Dish Network to stream live TV on iPad, other devices
Texas accuses BP of poorly operating its refinery
HOUSTON (AP) — Texas environmental regulators are accusing BP of showing a pattern of “poor
Work remains even with BP leak plugged, oil fading
Work remains even with BP leak plugged, oil fading
Indianapolis police have suspect in shootings
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis police say they know who opened fire on a birthday party this week
Four of 7 indicted in Oakhill probe booked and fingerprinted
Four of 7 indicted in Oakhill proble booked and fingerprinted
Mahoning County real estate taxes due Friday
youngstown Mahoning County property owners have until Friday to pay their second half real estate
More than a quarter of Ohio voters cast absentee ballots in May primary
More than a quarter of Ohio voters cast absentee ballots in May primary
East Palestine Night Out set for Saturday
A National Night Out Celebration will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday on North Market Street.
Free master class for brass players
The Squires Warren Jr. Military Band will have a free master class for brass-instrument band students in grades five through eight from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 14.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman-Poland Road, Poland, will serve homemade
Hubbard Library plans art program
Hubbard Library plans art program HUBBARD Hubbard Public Library will present an arts program
Young women to vie for titles at pageant
Young women chosen to compete for titles during pageant Aug 15 in Independence Several young
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She has concerns about pal’s baby
By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: My friend “Helen” has a 5-month-old baby, “Petey.”
HELOISE: Heloise’s Friendship Tea recipe returns
Dear Heloise: Please print your recipe for Heloise’s Friendship Tea. I would like to make it for
Possible arson in Boardman
The township fire department is investigating a possible arson in a Wolosyn Circle apartment.
Street player shoots at woman who swerves around him
Police are investigating an attempted shooting on the city’s South Side.
Boy, 7, drowns in pool at Austintown school
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office will
All eyes under center as YSU fall camp begins
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Sure, luck means a lot in football. Not having a
Pa. teen who drowned was a hard worker, grandma says
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com sharon, pa. The grandmother of a teenager who drowned in
YSU hoops schedule has a road trip to NC State
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State’s men’s basketball team will play four of its first
CHS submits $100M bid for Forum
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN and GRACE WYLER alcorn@vindy.com gwyler@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Community
No morning glory: Scrappers lose again
Staff report BATAVIA, N.Y. The Mahoning Valley Scrappers’ hitting woes didn’t subside in the
Cleanup funding OK’d for mill site
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com campbell Efforts to obtain state funds to clean up Sherman
Poland girls earn top seed at regional
Staff report CARTHAGE, Mo. Poland defeated Antioch, Ill., 6-0 to finish unbeaten in pool play at
LeBron thanks Akron in full-page ad
Associated Press Akron LeBron James has extended an olive branch to his Ohio hometown in the
Bookings set today for Oakhill indictees
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Six of the seven defendants charged in the
Cavs shut out of NBA’s marquee 2010-11 games
Associated Press NEW YORK The NBA will open its season with a battle of Big Threes, then offer
Attorneys offer different versions of events in ’09 patient-abuse case
By John W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A prosecutor and defense attorney agree a
Mideast-war vets can apply for bonuses
Mideast-war vets can apply for bonuses By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Veterans of
Down-Home Downtown
Girard Mayor James Melfi chats with Jodee Stachiotti, an employee of Daffin Candies on West Liberty Street in Girard.
Through eyes of a soldier
Opinion: The heralded Afghanistan war documentary film “Restrepo” won the prize for best documentary at this
hTaliban issue new code of conduct
hTaliban issue new code of conduct KABUL, Afghanistan The Taliban have issued a new code of
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH No jail for Ohioan accused of drunken strollering MANSFIELD, Ohio An Ohio man has
V&M buys former Indalex factory
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA V&M Two, a sister company of V&M Star, is purchasing the
Preparation can remove ‘yuck’ factor
McClatchy Newspapers As a child, Kristine Hinrichs of Milwaukee routinely choked down boiled
6 drowned teens from 2 families
Associated Press SHREVEPORT, La. Seven teenagers from two families were splashing around in the
Niles woman appears on TLC special ‘100 pounds’ sheds weight
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com niles Erica Perna dealt with a weight issue most of her
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Bieber to star in film LOS ANGELES Justin Bieber is adding movie star to his r sum
Seize opportunity to net results in reining in deadly Asian carp
Editorial: Stemming the flow of the mon- strous Asian carp into the Great Lakes has surfaced as a classic tug-
ITunes’ top 5 selling singles for the week ending Aug. 2.
ITunes’ top 5 selling singles for the week ending Aug. 2. v “Love the Way You Lie”: Eminem
August Optimism
Browns believe defense is better Associated Press BEREA Cleveland Browns defensive lineman
New ‘Housewives’ different from others
McClatchy Newspapers Mary Amons, one of the five women of “The Real Housewives of D.C.,” says this
Selected local stocks
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RTI posts income of $10.2M for quarter
RTI posts income of $10.2M for quarter pittsburgh RTI International Metals posted improved
A little justice in Cambodia
Opinion: By James Pringle Los Angeles Times Last week in a Cambodian courtroom, I watched as the former
Easier credit, promotions helped boost US auto sales during July
Associated Press DETROIT Summer promotions and easier credit lured shoppers back to car buying
Arizona law put on hold
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: In a victory for the federal government and civil rights advocates, District
Race causes Democrats to turn on Democrats
Opinion: You expect Republican politicians to criticize Democratic administrations and vice versa. But when
Watermelon: Dishes mix sweet, savory
By Ellise Pierce McClatchy Newspapers PARIS GroW- ing up in Denton, Texas, I remember tasting
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William A. Fusco, 47, Tifton, Ga., and Cassandra L.
Agenda Thursday
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It’s now about demagoguery
Opinion: By David Klinghoffer Los Angeles Times Once, the iconic figures on the political right were
Economic recovery falls to thrifty consumers
Associated Press WASHINGTON American shoppers are being careful about how much they spend, and
MAKING IT BIG
Brooke Elliott stars in Lifetime’s “Drop Dead Diva” TV shows that have a ‘normal’ perspective
GOP seeks ‘grassroots’ help
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Congressional Republicans have spent the first two years of the
TOPPING IT OFF
Creatively layering condiments adds personality to a patty Chicago Tribune You’ve been grilling
Kim returns after 3-month hiatus
Associated Press AKRON No one is happier about the no-cut policy at the Bridgestone Invitational
Facility dedication
Facility dedication YOUNGSTOWN The United Methodist Community Center will celebrate the
BP begins attempt to cut off well
Associated Press ON THE GULF OF MEXICO Introducing two more pieces of oil-industry lingo —
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Keisha Delaine, Youngstown, girl, Aug. 2. Shelly
Favre telling teammates he’s done
Associated Press MANKATO, Minn. Even though Brett Favre has told some of his teammates he’s
Troops pack up to leave Iraq
Associated Press JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq Everything from helicopters to printer cartridges is
LeBeau’s long wait over as Hall of Fame awaits
Associated Press PITTSBURGH As the decades passed and Dick LeBeau was repeatedly left out of the
Poland and Boardman police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Military dogs can suffer from stress, vets say
Associated Press PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. Gina was a playful 2-year-old German shepherd
Calm rules in county court
Melvin Shaw pleads not guilty to murder By John W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Man arrested on burglary, weapon charges
Staff report Boardman A 25-year-old New Springfield man has been arrested in Boardman on several
Judge rejects parents’ request to order daughter to get treatment
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio juvenile-court judge rejected Tuesday the request of a
Tokyo loses track of its centenarians
Associated Press TOKYO Japanese authorities admitted Tuesday they’d lost track of a 113-year-old
Metro digest || 4-year-old boy shot dead in his home
4-year-old boy shot dead in his home Newton Falls A Tuesday evening shooting left a 4-year-old
Engineer suit settled for $175K
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A decision by Trumbull County Engineer David
Gunman kills 8, self at company where he worked
Associated Press MANCHESTER, Conn. A warehouse driver who a union official said was caught on
Roethlisberger never better, claims ‘O’ coordinator
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. If Ben Roethlisberger’s offseason troubles are bothering him,
Cops: Drug suspect found with $117K
Associated Press COLUMBUS Authorities say a bust of prescription pills started with the
Winner Aviation has new airport contract
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA Winner Aviation, the company that provides fuel and other
Manning eyes commissioner seat
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Who’s replacing Don Manning as the Republican
Enrollment jumps at Eastern Gateway
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Eastern Gateway Community College saw a 19
Indians lose game, but tie in shoving match
By Paul Hoynes Cleveland Plain Dealer BOSTON It was a long day’s journey into night for Jensen
Paterno declares himself fit for another season
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Asked a question related to his health, Penn State coach Joe
IF YOU GO to Meshuggah-Nuns! The Ecumenical Nunsense
IF YOU GO What: “Meshuggah-Nuns! The Ecumenical Nunsense.” When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2
Pirates end five-game losing skid
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Rookie Neil Walker had three hits and drove in a career-high four
Tuesday, August 3 (115 stories)
Political protest topic of Monday's Universal Cafe
Universal Café 2010 at First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1105 Elm St., will present “Political Protest from Kent State to the Tea Party” Monday.
Walker helps Pirates snap five-game losing streak
Rookie Neil Walker had three hits and drove in a career-high four runs and the last-place Pittsburgh
New Castle teen run over
A 17-year-old New Castle girl was run over Tuesday after she slid off the hood of a car being driven by a friend, Hermitage police reported.
4-year-old Newton Falls boy shot dead at home
A Tuesday evening shooting left a 4-year-old boy dead in his Newton Falls home on Trumbull Court.
Calif. controller: Disclose municipal salaries
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California’s controller is ordering all cities and counties to start
Girls stabbed near Martha Stewart’s NY home are OK
VALHALLA, N.Y. (AP) — The parents of two girls who were stabbed in their home across the street from
Bristol Palin calls it quits with fiance Johnston
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Prosecution rests in Pitino extortion trial
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Trial under way for aide charged with abuse of elderly resident
Trial under way for aide charged with abuse of elderly resident
Will.i.am doesn't support new Michael Jackson album
Will.i.am doesn't support new Michael Jackson album
Are Americans now more honest about how much they weigh?
Are Americans now more honest about how much they weigh?
NY writer accused of luring women to US for sex
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) — A New York writer facing a state indictment of luring young women from
Pa. worker charged in autistic man’s hot-van death
PENNDEL, Pa. (AP) — A counselor has been charged with neglect and manslaughter in the death of a 20
Woman says Conn. shooter complained of race bias
MANCHESTER, Conn. (AP) — A woman who knows the driver who fatally shot at least eight co-workers and
Pa. city using website to showcase blighted properties
Pa. city using website to showcase blighted properties
Princeton Review rates Westminster high
new wilmington, pa. Westminster College is one of the country’s best institutions for
Enrollment figures increase at Eastern Gateway Community College
Enrollment figures increase at Eastern Gateway Community College
Six teens who drowned in La. river from 2 families
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Veterans bonus applications nearing final form
COLUMBUS — Veterans of recent and ongoing military conflicts in the Middle East soon will be able to
Killer grizzly’s cubs settling into Montana zoo
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GM reports sales increase for July
Associated Press detroit General Motors Co. said Tuesday U.S. sales of its cars and trucks rose
Are Americans now more honest about their weight?
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Pa. man to stand trial in stun rape of real estate agent
Pa. man to stand trial in stun rape of real estate agent
Cheez Doodle creator dies in NY at 90
NEW YORK (AP) — The creator of Cheez Doodles, the crunchy, finger-staining orange snacks, has died.
Melvin Shaw enters not guilty pleas to murder, attempted murder
Melvin Shaw enters not guilty pleas to murder, attempted murder
V&M subsidiary purchases Indalex property in Girard
V&M subsidiary purchases Indalex property in Girard
6 of 7 people indicted in Oak Hill probe enter not guilty pleas
6 of 7 people indicted in Oak Hill probel enter not guilty pleas
REUNIONS | Former classmates, families plan to meet
Carson-Baptist family reunion will begin at 11 a.m. Sunday at Woodland Park in McDonald. The cost is
Amish Country trip address correction
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: She isn’t cheating, but he thinks so
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am married to a man four years my junior who seems
HELOISE: Some companies charge to send bill
Dear Heloise: I was surprised when I opened one of my credit-card statements from a store. The
Poland resident crowned Italian fest queen
Hail to the Italian queen Alina Angelilli, at right, was crowned queen at the Greater Youngstown
Penguins lose starting linebackers Hill, Outler
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Linebacker was expected to be one of YSU’s biggest
11th-hour offer made for Forum
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Oakhill defendants will not appear in court
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN None of the defendants named in a 73-count
YSU 7th in league poll; Barnes, Rodemoyer all-MVFC
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Overdue bills for water plague Campbell
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city will try to collect about $200,000 in
Event shows opposition to crime
By John W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Porch lights will come on, community
Batavia’s Espinoza homers in 10th to beat MV
Staff report BATAVIA, N.Y. Robert Espinoza’s first home run of the season came at an opportune
Ohio income tax to drop slightly next year
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Poland softball wins again; one win from a top seed
Staff report CARTHAGE, MO. Poland defeated International Falls, Minn., 14-1, to improve to 3-0
Little League revises, expands replay system
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Managers at this month’s Little League World Series
Mahoning ESC to get $997,098 to improve history teaching
Staff report boardman The Mahoning County Educational Service Center is to receive $997,098 to
Browns’ Harrison ready to show his might
Associated Press BEREA So Jerome Harrison leads the Cleveland Browns to wins in their final four
Estimated weekend box-office report for U.S. and Canadian theaters, as reported by boxoffice-
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Canfield and Austintown police calls
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Buckeyes No. 1 in the Big 10 poll
Associated Press CHICAGO Will Ohio State rule the Big Ten for a record-tying sixth straight
Surplus food
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Good financial reform
Opinion: By Bart Chilton McClatchy-Tribune The financial regulatory reform bill recently approved by
Agenda Wednesday
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YSU notebook
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On last roll of Kodachrome: De Niro, Grand Central, India
Associated Press ROCHESTER, N.Y. What should a photographer shoot when he’s entrusted with the
Board OKs teachers contract
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD The McDonald board of education Monday approved a
Open enrollment proves successful
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‘Pacman’ has first practice as a Bengal
Associated Press GEORGETOWN, Ky. Pacman Jones was a celebrated first-round draft choice whose
Salem recalls laid-off officer
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM Mayor Jerry Wolford said Monday that the city
Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
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Former No. 1 overall draft pick Alex Smith ready to lead 49ers
Associated Presws SANTA CLARA, Calif. Alex Smith raised both arms then clapped his hands after a
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Kelly Heubel and Ryan Slevin, Youngstown, twins:
Heat wave hits zoos across the nation COOL in the ZOO
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Otters sweltering in the summer sun suck on “fishsicles.” For
Woman’s death in Berlin Lake probed
Staff report Berlin Lake Officials are investigating the death of a 51-year- old Youngstown
Hubbard library to get $12,000
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Years Ago
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It’s about time
Opinion: The Lima News: Gov. Ted Strickland understandably ran into hostile questions Friday when he
USADA offering deals to riders say Armstrong lawyers
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Lance Armstrong’s attorneys say the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency is
Reds’ rookie keeps Bucs in check
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Reds rookie Travis Wood shut out the Pirates on two singles over
Open enrollment
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newsmakers
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Anderson helps dogs
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS About 50 dogs, some abandoned by their owners after the BP oil
New ‘Idol’ judges on tap
Associated Press An otter snacks on a “fishsicle” at the Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange, N.J.
Pension issues are complicated
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Public indecency
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Nothing new from WikiLeaks
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Jonas, Sparks chair Reagan youth
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Carmona returns to form; Santana hurt in Indians win over Red Sox
Associated Press Boston Fausto Carmona rebounded from his worst start of the season with seven
Scrappers to celebrate Luke Holko’s recovery
Luke Holko, 5, attends a news conference announcing a day in his honor. Luke Holko Day will be the theme of Sunday’s Mahoning Valley Scrappers baseball game. Luke was injured by a foul ball at a game last September.
Vuvuzelas silenced for basketball worlds
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Panel charges Rep. Waters with three ethics charges
Associated Press WASHINGTON California Democrat Maxine Waters faces a House trial this fall on
Israel agrees to UN probe of raid
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Smith’s Hall journey is special one
Associated Press IRVING, Texas The story is true. As a rookie, Emmitt Smith really did tell
Obama touts promised end of US combat troops in Iraq
Associated Press ATLANTA Nearing a milestone in the long and divisive Iraq war, President
Low-carb trumps low-fat by 1 measure
Associated Press NEW YORK Over the long term, a low-carb diet works just as well as a low-fat
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Fernado Thomas, 44, Silver Spring, Md., and Mary
Selected local stocks
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Phelps eager for U.S. Nationals swim meet
Associated Press IRVINE, Calif. Michael Phelps’ run-up to his last Olympics begins with this
Risk of disease rises for flood victims
Associated Press peshawar, Pakistan Pakistan dispatched medical teams Monday to the deluged
ID theft targets kids’ Social Security numbers
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo The latest form of identity theft doesn’t depend on stealing
Arizona ruling may backfire for immigrants
Opinion: Like most civil rights supporters, I celebrated last week’s news that a judge suspended the harshest
Angry immigration debate doesn’t address the problem
Editorial: It isn’t surprising that Congress will be going on August recess without having tackled the
Radical Islam is the enemy
Opinion: Former Speaker Newt Gingrich may be the most notable public figure in some time to state the
Sector is rare bright spot
US manufacturing Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s a rare bright spot in an otherwise troubled
BP plans off Shetlands, Libya meet opposition
Associated Press LONDON Plans by BP to begin drilling for oil off Britain’s Shetland isles and
Howard Hanna acquires Masters
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UAE’s crackdown on BlackBerry to affect foreigners
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates The United Arab Emirates’ looming crackdown on
Quick action serves patients
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Monday, August 2 (84 stories)
Sharon drowning victim found
SHARON After a more than three-hour search, the body of a 15-year-old boy was found in the
Poland softball wins 14-1
The Poland Little League 11-12 softball team defeated International Falls, Minn., 14-1, in the
JM High School demo begins
Demolition has begun on the old Jackson-Milton High School, built in 1913. It’s on Mahoning Avenue across from Spitzer Chevrolet near state Route 45 in Jackson Township. Crews from M&M Demolition Inc., Vienna, said it should take about a month to complete the job.
Pa. ups rebate amounts for efficient home heating
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania is bumping up the amount of rebates available to Pennsylvanians
Community Health Services puts in bid to purchase Forum Health
Community Health puts in bid to purchase Forum Health
Youth missing in Shenango River in Sharon
sharon, pa. A teenage boy is missing and has possibly drowned in the Shenango River, the Sharon
Ohio businessman gets 4 years in prison for schools theft
Ohio businessman gets 4 years in prison for schools theft
Officials probe death of woman at Berlin Lake
Berlin Lake A 51-year-old Youngstown woman died Sunday afternoon while trying to save her
Obama: U.S. will leave Iraq as promised and on schedule
Obama: U.S. will leave Iraq as promised and on schedule
Lindsay Lohan released from jail, enters rehab program
Lindsay Lohan released from jail, enters rehab program
Arraignments for seven in Oakhill case set for Tuesday
The seven people indicted on numerous charges accusing them of illegally allowing private interests
Antique gun show at Harmony Museum
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Grandma, booze and baby just won’t mix
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I love my mother, but not after 7 p.m., when she
HELOISE: Sampling produce is touchy adventure
Dear Readers: Shopping for food can be an adventure! Have you ever seen someone “testing” or
Latino Outreach Program offered
To address the needs of the ever-increasing Hispanic community, the Mahoning County Child Support Enforcement Agency is offering a Latino Outreach Program.
Macker backer promotes having good time at event
By john bassetti bassetti@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It was quite a sight. Flags, colors, music
Cops ignored threat; fires followed
By Doug Livingston TheNewsOutlet.org YOUNGSTOWN City police are at a loss to explain why a
Scrappers fail to hold lead against Crosscutters
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IN FOCUS: Wild about Wagon Trails
PHOTOS AND STORY By LISA-ANN ISHIHARA lishihara@vindy.com VIENNA It’s not common to see
Before diving in, immerse yourself in pool-safety rules
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN When everyone else around her froze, one
Olde cars, renewed passion
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Tony Billet finished his latest project Saturday after
New law worries those who run small bingo halls
Associated Press COLUMBUS Some small-bingo-hall operators are worried that a new gambling law
‘How Great Thou Art’ connects 3 churches
By ASHLEY LUTHERN aluthern@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Several local churches answered the “call for
58,000 attendees make ’10 Italian fest ‘our best year ever’
Staff report Youngstown About 58,000 people attended the Greater Youngstown Italian Festival
Floods in Pakistan
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GOP plans to erase Dems’ majority
Associated Press WASHINGTON No fewer than 65 House seats across the country — an overwhelming
Program risks $30B to save weak banks
Associated Press WASHINGTON People are fed up with bank bailouts that risk taxpayer billions.
Biffle dedicates victory to Roush
Associated Press LONG POND, Pa. As he closed in on the finish line, Greg Biffle knew the only
UAE moves to restrict BlackBerry use
McClatchy Newspapers CAIRO, Egypt Citing concerns that terrorists and criminals could exploit
Trumbull County Court filings
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Dutch leave Afghanistan
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan The Netherlands became the first NATO country to end its
Wind down Fannie & Freddie
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Stability claim rejected by Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD Though concern is rising in the U.S. about the war in Afghanistan, the
CSEA offers child-support evaders ‘Deals for Wheels’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN August is Child Support Awareness Month, and child-support enforcement
Museum revisits Niles’ days of yore
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com NILES Visitors to the Ward-Thomas Museum have a
College Prep 101
Nicci Dunkerton of Bristolville packs up in preparation for her freshman year at Hiram College.
Langer pulls away to win Senior Open
Associated Press SAMMAMISH, Wash. Bernhard Langer shot a final round 3-under 67 and took
Cabrera leads Indians to win
Associated Press TORONTO He’s only 24, but Asdrubal Cabrera is about the closest thing the
There are small town values on Olive Street
Opinion: By KATHLEEN PARKER Washington Post WASHINGTON We’ve heard much these past few years about
Crews prepare to start plugging oil well for good
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The only thing keeping millions more gallons of oil out of the Gulf
Marquez not likely to get Pacquiao
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Juan Manuel Marquez became the pre-eminent Mexican boxer of his
Country trio Love and Theft becomes tour favorite
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com High-profile tours with screaming fans are nothing new to
Puerto Rican nationalist Lebron dies
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Comic books go digital
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Agenda Tuesday
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US economy turns on how much cash the wealthy spend
Associated Press WASHINGTON Wealthy Americans aren’t spending so freely anymore. And the rest of
Fire destroys home
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Oldest male worker
Associated Press PONCE, Puerto Rico Emilio Navarro swivels his hips several times, then bends
Career fair Tuesday
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newsmakers
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Cards clobber Pirates for sweep
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Back home where no pitcher has been better this season, Adam
After 378 years, NH family farm goes up for sale
Associated Press DOVER, N.H. In 1632, John Tuttle arrived from England to a settlement near the
video game reviews
‘Dragon Quest IX’ Grade: A- Publisher: Nintendo, for DS Age rating: E “Dragon Quest IX:
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
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Ohio to spend less than $100K to test lakes
Associated Press COLUMBUS As blue-green algae is popping up in lakes across Ohio, the state
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Support local businesses
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Dayton Dodgers capture CABA
Staff report STRUTHERS The Dodgers shut out the Sluggers 4-0 on Sunday to win the CABA World
Lookin at Lucky surges for victory at Haskell Invitational
Associated Press OCEANPORT, N.J. As the Kentucky Derby and Preakness winners surged to the lead
oddly enough
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Greenspan: Recovery is taking a ‘pause’
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Poland blanks South Dakota
Staff report CATHAGE, MO. The Poland 11-12 Little League softball team is halfway to qualifying
BIRTHS
BIRTHS forum health TRUMBULL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Rebecca and Chris Dickson, Warren, girl, July 30.
Friends Foote, Farrior vie for same job
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. Larry Foote is the mouth of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ locker room.
Delhomme looks to hold onto new home
Associated Press BEREA For a refreshing change, there is no controversy over who will start at
Westbrook pleased to join playoff hunt
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Jake Westbrook is hoping for another postseason appearance, this time
There are very few secrets in the world of new media
Editorial: The release of more than 75,000 se- cret U.S. military documents on an international Web site shows
Learn from Germany, Japan
Opinion: By Steven Hill Los Angeles Times In the midst of the Great Recession, the United States is
A gun owner — not by choice but by circumstance
Opinion: By Sonia Wolff Los Angeles Times I wasn’t happy about the errand, but my husband was. He had
Gun interdiction program has limits
Opinion: By Robert D. GILLETTE The Vindicator It was good to read about the “Gun Reduction &
Sunday, August 1 (118 stories)
Youngstown Italian Festival logs ‘best year ever’ with 58,000 attendees
About 58,000 people attended the Greater Youngstown Italian Festival throughout the weekend, and
Congregations rally around ‘How Great Thou Art’
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Several local churches answered the “call for
North Lima motorcyclist injured in Austintown accident
A 54-year-old man was taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center after overturning his motorcycle
Biffle wins often-delayed Pocono
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Greg Biffle has won an often-delayed NASCAR race at Pocono Raceway to snap a
Fire causes $30,000 in damage to Campbell home
A large fire at a home in Campbell created thousands of dollars in damage, but did not cause any
Poland clobbers South Dakota, 10-0
CATHAGE, MO. The Poland 11-12 Little League softball team is halfway to qualifying for a bye that
Cardinals sweep Bucs
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols hit a two-run homer and Adam Wainwright stayed unbeaten at home with
Indians beat Blue Jays 5-4
TORONTO (AP) — Asdrubal Cabrera hit a two-run homer, Jason Donald added a solo shot and the
A-Rod stuck on 599
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Alex Rodriguez was not in the starting lineup against the Tampa Bay
Youngstown cops largely ignored threats that led to arsons of home, car
By Doug Livingston TheNewsOutlet.org YOUNGSTOWN City police are at a loss to explain why a
Miss Venglarcik, Mr. Drake to wed in historic mill
Miss Venglarcik, Mr. Drake to wed in historic mill POLAND John and Margaret Venglarcik of Poland
Black-Wallace wedding date is announced
Black-Wallace wedding date is announced CORTLAND The engagement and upcoming marriage of Lindsay
Barnes-Good wedding date is announced
Kevin and Kimberly Coleman of Columbiana and Shane W. Barnes Sr. of Southington are announcing the
Matovina-Reams Oct. wedding date is announced
HUBBARD William and Sue Matovina of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their son, William
Truthan-Poma wedding plans are revealed
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Beverly Burks will become bride of Dan Varga
YOUNGSTOWN Robert and Jacqueline Burks of Youngstown announce the engagement and forthcoming
Stones celebrate 70th anniversary with their family
YOUNGSTOWN A visit from out-of-town relatives highlighted the 70th anniversary celebration of Mr.
Johnsons mark golden event with children
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Howard Johnson of Struthers celebrated their 50th anniversary on July 16
Martins’ 50th marked at party hosted by sisters
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Mr., Mrs. Bush honored on 60th at family dinner
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His wife controls weekend activities
By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I am a 45-year-old attorney. My wife helped put me
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Brownstone Court, 50 Struthers-Coitsville
The J announces offering of two new fitness classes
youngstown The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is offering two new fitness classes:
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
Deadline extended for debutantes
Deadline extended for debutantes YOUNGSTOWN Junior Civic League is seeking young ladies as
MASONIC GROUPS
SATURDAY Liberty Masonic Complex will have a family picnic from 2 to 6 p.m. on the complex
Fitch class of 1960 plans 3-day reunion and a cruise
Austintown Fitch Class of 1960 plans a three-day weekend and a Caribbean cruise to celebrate its
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY Daphne will have a picnic at 11:30 a.m. at the home of Earline Gotthardt, with Alberta
TODOR: A little advice for a guy who needs it
The scene: A sporting goods store in Myrtle Beach, S.C. It is summer 1996, less than a year after
Potential bidder at odds with unions, US
Labor strife, lawsuit targeting CHS raise concerns in Valley By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com
Dribbling at Covelli
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Basketball, in part, is a contact sport.
Hundreds at Italian Festival attend Mass — with an oom-pah-pah twist
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Twenty minutes into the Catholic Mass, an altar
Penguins boast fresh faces
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Say this for YSU football coach Eric Wolford: He’s
Federal program starting to pay off in Warren
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Girard receiver Smith picks YSU for college
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Girard senior wide receiver Landon Smith had offers
Language proves no barrier for host family in Austintown
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Naoya Sumii isn’t from the United States, but he
A day of their lives in Niles
Soap star attracts fans from all over By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com NILES Pam O’Brien of
Scrappers blank the Crosscutters to end skid
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com NILES In what Scrappers manager Travis Fryman called “the best
Patches Place brings hope to those with mental illness
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. There is a bright spot in downtown New
Poland, Canfield win state games
Staff report CARTHAGE, Mo. Representing Ohio, the Poland 11-12 year-old Little League softball
Joki’s Greek-drama foray succeeds with ‘Medea’
By MILAN PAURICH news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Some of the most exciting theater being done
Handel’s serves up special thanks to Valley customers
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Perhaps the only thing sweeter for 10-year-old Ceara
Balancing our image
Opinion: Traficant (top). Chance (center). Strollo (bottom). Philomena (not pictured). Will the latest targets of the latest corruption probe add to the Mahoning Valley’s legacy? When will the corruption end and justice prevail?
Poland's Patton is one scout's top prospects
Mark Porter has seen scoutingohio.com go from his own personal fledgling website to one of the most trusted scouting tools in high school football in just a few short years.
Mooney, Ursuline earned crowns
With 17 teams qualifying for the postseason and Mooney and Ursuline finishing as state champions, 2009 was a banner year for Mahoning Valley football.
Years Ago
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Westbrook off to St. Louis
Associated Press NEW YORK Former All-Stars Jake Westbrook, Ted Lilly, Ryan Ludwick and Kerry
mlb roundup Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Tigers 4 BOSTON David Ortiz lined a three-run double to the left-
Coalition finds success elusive in Kandahar
McClatchy Newspapers ARGHANDAB, Afghanistan As the U.S.-led coalition launches its most-critical
Experts: Recalls of food must improve
Chicago Tribune CHICAGO Until three years ago, Kenneth Maxwell enjoyed Banquet chicken and
US stalls on trial for five accused in Sept. 11 attacks
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico As the U.S. military prepares for the first war-crimes
‘Mockingbird’ turns 50
Opinion: This year marks the 50th anniversary of Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Published in 1960, the
Trumbull and Columbiana county court filings
courts columbiana COUNTY Divorces asked Dawn Browning , 427 1/2 Thompson Ave., East Liverpool,
BIRTHS
BIRTHS ST ELIZABETH HEALTH CENTER Amber and Joe Morales, Girard, boy, July 29. Caroline Tirone
Mahoning closings
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What will happen to Cafaros?
Opinion: Will the past be prologue for two members of the Cafaro family, Anthony M. Sr. and his sister,
Efron struggles to shed his teen-idol reputation
By Amy Kaufman Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The lights were down low in a movie theater, and
3 Iraqi soldiers die in bombing
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Iodine foils fungus
Q. For more than 20 years, I was plagued with dry, flaky skin on the side of my nose and behind my
Scrappers 5 Cutters0
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Pa. may use traffic cameras to confirm auto insurance
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell says a network of surveillance
RETURNING LETTERMAN
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Report: Ohio at risk for salt, sand theft
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Transportation is vulnerable to theft of
Chelsea Clinton weds at estate
Associated Press RHINEBECK, N.Y. Chelsea Clinton wed her longtime boyfriend under extraordinary
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mlb boxscores
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nascar roundup Saturday’s races
Nationwide NEWTON, IOWA Kyle Busch raced to his sixth victory in his last seven Nationwide
Movie studios trying to get guys to go to ‘chick flicks’
Changing strategies By Robert W. BUTLER McClatchy Newspapers For several years, The Walt
MAKE SMALL ROOMS LOOK BIGGER
MAKE SMALL ROOMS LOOK BIGGER HGTV’s guide to decorating small spaces includes these tips:
Snapz: HOT WHEELS
Many area car enthusiasts were really geared up for this month’s Snapz feature. Here are just a few
Posting profits
Travelers may have tough time finding bargains on airfares Associated Press Good times are
RETHINKING DESIGN
Big ideas for small spaces McClatchy Newspapers As we exit the era of the McMansion and begin to
Painting selected for juried show
Staff report Poland A painting by Cheryl Summers of Poland has been selected for the 2010 Juried
Throwing toddler needs time alone in room
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our son is a month from being 2. We’re concerned about his throwing.
Collectors seek watches that do more than tell time
First came the church-tower clock to help everyone in town know the time. Then in the 1500s, a
LIBERTY/RETURNING LETTERMEN
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Today’s entertainment picks:
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CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
HANDS ON
HANDS ON Volunteering HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way agency, is the local
3 squabbling companies must unite to plug well
gulf oil spill Associated Press NEW ORLEANS On shore, BP, Halliburton and Transocean are
GIRARD/RETURNING LETTERMEN
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4 indicted in carjacking
Staff report WARREN Four Mahoning County men have been indicted on charges related to a
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS $2,172,131 SOURCE: Associated Press
What the Cleveland Indians will give the New York Yankees for taking pitcher Kerry Wood.
Agenda Monday
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MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle award Brendan Paull, son of Gary and Katharine Paull of Boardman,
A second look at pension issues
Opinion: A second look at pension issues Recent letters and articles are a continuation of The
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Toll in Pakistan flooding tops 800
Associated Press NOWSHERA, Pakistan The death toll in the massive flooding in Pakistan surged
Fast start crucial if Mangini is to finish
Associated Press BEREA Cleveland Browns coach Eric Mangini doesn’t have the hangdog look of a
Choo’s double leads Tribe
Associated Press TORONTO After another day of dealing, the Cleveland Indians pulled out a win,
Fans shower Big Ben with cheers
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. Ben Roethlisberger was so worried that the Pittsburgh Steelers
RB Hardesty twists knee
Associated Press BEREA Cleveland Browns second-round draft pick Montario Hardesty will miss “a
Obama sent warning to Abbas, PLO official says
Associated Press RAMALLAH, West Bank President Barack Obama warned Mahmoud Abbas in a letter
Couples ties Langer at Open
Associated Press SAMMAMISH, Wash. Fred Couples shot a 5-under 65 on Saturday for a share of the
Cardinals overpower Pirates
ST. LOUIS Albert Pujols hit his 24th homer and finished with three hits, helping Jeff Suppan get
Uneasy in US, Iroquois believe survival’s at stake
Associated Press ONONDAGA NATION, N.Y. A group of young men has gathered in the longhouse for
Youngstown schools now have blueprint for academic revival
Editorial: The fact that the Youngstown City School District has been given five years to climb out of the
Blame is difficult to duck for Obama
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON If Ronald Reagan was the classic Teflon president, Barack Obama
gus macker tournament | Notebook
Young winners: The B.K. Tankers team of Mike Gajdos, Jared Burkert, Jake Buccieri and Nick Buccieri
Pocono chief vows to make track safer
Associated Press LONG POND, Pa. Pocono Raceway keeps taking hits. Often criticized by drivers
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
tennis roundup Saturday’s results
Farmers Classic LOS ANGELES Sam Querrey has defeated Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia 6-7 (7), 7-6
1080 Media rallies in CABA
Staff report STRUTHERS 1080 Media rallied to defeat the North Coast Vipers, 10-9, on Saturday to
On W. Fed St., reaction was ‘Oakhill?’
Opinion: There we go again. We’re bad. Again. That was pretty much the expected reaction from the
Pleasant Prince wins the Ohio Derby
Plain Dealer NORTH RANDALL Pleasant Prince waited until speedster Mykindacandy ran out of gas in
Warren council’s cowardly act
Editorial: Warren council’s cowardly act We have a suggestion for where the city of Warren can find the money
Despite anger over BP, changes in DC may be limited
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON As the Gulf of Mexico focuses on cleaning up the mess left by
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