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Tuesday, August 31 (105 stories)
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
Clarett signs with UFL team in Nebraska
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Youngstown native Maurice Clarett has signed a one-year contract
Turning Tech sold; will stay in Valley
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown Turning Technologies, the largest software company
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
Traficant wins battle for ballot
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jim Traficant’s name will be on the November
Scrappers win an ugly one
By PETE MOLLICA sports@vindy.com NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers snapped a five-game
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
Police probe city’s 15th homicide of 2010
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are trying to determine how a
Clemens pleads not guilty
Associated Press WASHINGTON Roger Clemens put his right hand on the lectern, leaned down toward
Ryan, others hail airship in Akron
By Jim Mackinnon Beacon Journal business writer AKRON Lockheed Martin’s highfalutin’ High
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
OSU unsure of plan
Associated Press COLUMBUS No. 2 Ohio State doesn’t know what to expect from Marshall. A new
Group wants to set up dog park
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A new, nonprofit organization wants to put a dog
Girard girls now 3-0
Staff report KINSMAN The Girard High girls soccer team improved to 3-0 this season with a 5-4
Pirates routed by Zambrano, Cubs
Associated Press CHICAGO Carlos Zambrano allowed one unearned run in 51/3 innings and hit a
White Sox beat Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Manny Ramirez isn’t in the middle of Chicago’s lineup yet, and the
Americans spend a bit more
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans are spending a little more this summer, but it’s hardly
Earl batters Caribbean, threatens US East Coast
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Hurricane Earl battered tiny islands across the
Indonesian volcano erupts after 400 years of silence
Associated Press TANAH KARO, Indonesia Tens of thousands of people packed emergency shelters
Ursuline tops Lowellville
Staff report LOWELLVILLE Kelsey Cannell had 31 points, three aces and 22 digs, while Krista
Stocks drop; jobs data due
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks fell in thin trading Monday after more signs of slowing
Canfield and Austintown police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD
Venus rising
Williams sister passes first US Open test on Monday Associated Press NEW YORK Venus Williams
Rodents, maggots at egg farms
Associated Press WASHINGTON Food and Drug Administration investigators have found rodents,
7 American troops die in Afghanistan
7 American troops die in Afghanistan KABUL Roadside bombs killed seven American troops Monday —
Obama looks ahead to peace in Mideast
Associated Press WASHINGTON Firmly and finally ending the U.S. combat mission in Iraq, President
Newspaper: Dead stay on Ohio voter rolls
Associated Press COLUMBUS Nearly 5,800 Ohioans who’ve died still are registered to vote, and
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William H. Dillard, 63, of 227 Gypsy Lane,
Scrappers outing
Scrappers outing NILES The Boardman Lions Club is hosting 15 clients and five staff members from
2 tax breaks OK’d
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Separate state boards signed off on incentives Monday
Steelers still debate quarterback position
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Right about now, Ben Roethlisberger’s suspension must seem a whole
newsmakers
newsmakers RV dealer challenges Lautner to push-ups LOS ANGELES The owner of an RV dealership
Local companies make national list
Local companies make national list warren InterGroup International, a local company that
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Kara Pietrangeli and Marquavis Givins, Youngstown,
Turn down fed pay spigot
Opinion: By James Sherk Heritage Foundation Government jobs have long enjoyed a reputation for being plum
Don’t squander fuel taxes
Opinion: By Dr. TRACY C. MILLER Center for Vision & Values Not long ago, Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell
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
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
No injunction against eating meat
Opinion: No injunction against eating meat The writer of the letter, “We eat without thinking”, doesn’t
Gates attacks ‘brass creep’
Opinion: Akron Beacon Journal: On Friday, the New York Times noted the unhappiness of Robert Gates when he
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.86 —.03 Avalon
Is Palin eyeing presidency?
Opinion: From Alaska to Georgia, Sarah Palin has pursued a familiar political path this year, endorsing
Hurricane Katrina recovery shows need for government
Editorial: It was the administration of for- mer President George W. Bush, a Republican, that formulated the
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
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Smoking cash bag leads to robbery arrest LANDISVILLE, Pa Police say a smoking bag
W. Side man stabbed
W. Side man stabbed YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the stabbing of a 33-year-old man on the
Share the Fair program is for military families
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com CANFIELD Family memories of the Canfield Fair can travel
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
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers City Council Public Utilities meeting, 6 p.m., Caucus Room 11. Meeting
Don’t send US troops to Mexico
Opinion: The escalation of drug-related violence in Mexico — including the mass execution of 72 migrants last
Americans use desperate tactics to zap bedbugs
Associated Press COLUMBUS A resurgence of bedbugs across the U.S. has homeowners and apartment
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 31, the 243rd day of 2010. There are 122 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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
Desperate tactics used to zap bedbugs
Associated Press COLUMBUS A resurgence of bedbugs across the U.S. has homeowners and apartment
Prep football shuttle
Prep football shuttle POLAND The Poland athletic department will be offering a shuttle service
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
Browns pleased with Delhomme
By MARY KAY CABOT The Cleveland Plain Dealer Berea The Browns have plenty of things to worry
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 —
Phantoms defender Bradley returns home
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN When Youngstown Phantoms defenseman Chris Bradley
Ohio rejects $1.6M for MYCAP programs
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An embattled Mahoning County community
Kid-athlete ER visits for concussions soar
Associated Press CHICAGO Emergency-room visits for school-age athletes with concussions has
Doubledays double up the bottom-feeding Scrappers
Staff report Auburn, N.Y. The losing streak continues for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, who
Masonic Temple recovers 1909 relics of its roots
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown Masonic Temple members celebrated the
First Panerathon benefits new breast-care center
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The theme song from “Rocky” sent off more than
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
Valley woman crusades against texting
By Kristine Gill kgill@vindy.com Youngstown Wendi Briggs didn’t know her husband’s second
IN FOCUS: Through Lisa’s eyes
PHOTOS AND STORY BY LISA-ANN ISHIHARA laishihara@gmail.com In the 9,036 days of my existence,
5 years after Katrina, revival isn’t complete
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Gulf Coast residents tried to put Hurricane Katrina behind them
Valley native finds more than relief in comics
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Batman foe The Joker once told the caped
Pirates drop 13th straight road contest
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Trevor Hoffman earned his 599th career save and Ryan Braun homered as
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
After 3 decades, Canfield officer retires
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Andy Bodzak’s legacy will echo in the halls of the
Several rookies impress Buckeye coaches
Associated Press Columbus Stocked with veterans throughout the two-deep, No. 2 Ohio State has
Steel Curtain dented by Denver in dress rehearsal
Associated Press DENVER Ben Roethlisberger gave way to his backups after a quick night’s work.
Polka, Pirogi & Much More
More than 1,000 people partake in Polish culture in Austintown event By BOB JACKSON
Canfield, Fitch volleyball teams win
Staff report canfield In the season opener for each school, the Canfield High volleyball team
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.
2010 Fair Admission
2010 Fair Admission The 164th Canfield Fair kicks off Wednesday. Tickets are on sale each day at
Boris Said wins Nationwide race despite spinout
Associated Press MONTREAL Boris Said came back from an early spin and won the Nationwide race at
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
Indians fall to Royals
Associated Press CLEVELAND Bruce Chen and Kila Ka’aihue stayed aggressive, and the Kansas City
Man fatally shot
Man fatally shot NEW CASTLE, Pa. A 45-year-old Volant, Pa., man was shot and killed on the west
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
Domo arigato! Team Japan wins LLWS
Associated Press SO. WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Japan’s players weren’t about to leave the Lamade Stadium
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,
Charged with assault
Charged with assault youngstown Damian J. Rodriguez, 36, of Oxford Street, Campbell, is in
Kuchar claims Barclays title in playoff
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Matt Kuchar stopped practicing for a playoff and walked over to
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
Energy reform stalled in Senate
Opinion: Energy reform stalled in Senate This summer, the Senate was expected to debate a comprehensive
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2010. There are 123 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
A struggle for soul of Pakistan
Opinion: A shocking e-mail last week informed me of a Philadelphian murdered in Pakistan. Habib Peer, 60,
newsmakers
newsmakers Bullock marks 5th anniversary of Katrina NEW ORLEANS Oscar-winning actress Sandra
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
Sanofi-Aventis offers $18.5B for Genzyme
Sanofi-Aventis offers $18.5B for Genzyme new york French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis SA on Sunday
Analysts say stocks are dirt cheap now
Associated Press NEW YORK With the market down three weeks in a row, investors are
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Mistaken identity lands pastor in jail SHREVEPORT, La. A series of unfortunate
Numbers shock the system
Opinion: WASHINGTON Various figures denote vexing social problems. They include 10,000 (the number of new
video game review
‘STARCRAFT II: WINGS OF LIBERTY’ Grade: A Info: Blizzard Entertainment, for PC and Mac OS;
Investing in tomorrow
Opinion: Investing in tomorrow The Ironton Tribune: Say what you will about the federal government’s
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Beaver Local Schools Fiscal Commission, 10:30 a.m., administration building,
7 US troops killed in Afghanistan
7 US troops killed in Afghanistan kabul Seven U.S. troops have died in weekend attacks in
Trumbull County Court filings
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints PHH Mortgage Corp. v. Jeremy F. Cromley et al,
Associated Press
Associated Press LOS ANGELES “Modern Family” is the winner of the best comedy series Emmy Award.
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
Drug is blamed for deaths
Associated Press WASHINGTON Andrew White returned from a nine-month tour in Iraq beset with
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
Fair memories in the making
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield “Making Memories,” the theme of the 164th Canfield
Spartans’ fun in the sun
By john bassetti bassetti@vindy.com BOARDMAN It’s a time of year more suitable for lemonade
Razing of old Hubbard High gives rise to emotion
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Hubbard Students and alumni grabbed scattered bricks as a
Tough love powers YSU roster overhaul
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Motivation is simple. You eliminate those who are
Todor: Raiders rebound; Cowboys rebuild
Some things we learned from week 1 of the high school football season: South Range is back. The
Packing a special message for schoolkids
Central Square event offers spiritual component By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Hit parade doesn’t net win for lowly Scrappers
Staff report Auburn, N.Y. Thirteen hits powered the Mahoning Valley Scrappers on Saturday night,
Girard event keeps spotlight on unsolved murders, distributes free school supplies
Girard event keeps spotlight on unsolved murders, distributes free school supplies By AMANDA C.
People to People Ambassadors are ... TEEN TRAVELERS
By JoAnn Jones news@vindy.com Seventeen-year-old Austin Butler of Sebring couldn’t stop talking
Cardinals, Tigers roll to shutout soccer victories
Staff report CANFIELD PJ Stickle scored two goals to lead the Canfield High boys soccer team
Fire injures Howland woman
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has settled a lawsuit with three former employees at the state’s
Boardman, Mooney, Lakeview record volleyball victories
GIRARD Amanda Volosin had 10 points, four aces, six kills and 16 assists as the Boardman High
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.
Dr. Kavic PROFILE
PROFILE Dr. Michael S. Kavic Hometown: Dravosburg, Pa. Residence: Canfield. Family: Wife,
Outside eyes are helpful
Editorial: Outside eyes are helpful Every time an area police depart- ment is forced to investigate the
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
Beck rally draws vast crowd
Associated Press WASHINGTON Conservative commentator Glenn Beck and tea party champion Sarah
Let’s be honest about taxes
Opinion: WASHINGTON I was pretty tough on House Minority Leader John Boehner in a recent column, and I
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Struthers School District is among the 18 Mahoning Valley districts rated Excellent by
Fire injures Howland woman
Staff report Howland A township woman is in Akron Children’s Hospital Burn Unit after a home she
Militants in US uniforms storm 2 NATO bases
Associated Press KABUL U.S. and Afghan troops repelled attackers wearing American uniforms and
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center GBOE 2010, 2 p.m., Mill Creek Park Community
Symbolic Katrina funeral aims to heal
Associated Press CHALMETTE, La. Hundreds of mourners dropped notes, cards and letters — many of
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
Dr. Kavic's ILLUSTRIOUS CAREER
ILLUSTRIOUS CAREER Dr. Michael S. Kavic Hometown: Dravosburg, Pa. Residence: Canfield.
Hawaii faces Japan in World Series finale
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA. Hawaii’s offensive punch followed Japan’s stirring win
ART LENDS APPEAL
Every show is a blockbuster at Philadelphia International Airport McClatchy Newspapers
A mother’s thanks to the voters
Opinion: A mother’s thanks to the voters My son arrived home from Iraq a couple of weeks ago. This was his
Hey, Jimbo, you need to call Blago
Opinion: If, by some occurrence of political madness, the Mahoning Valley’s most famous felon, James A.
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
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.
Medical marijuana to fight cancer?
Q. I would like you to know about medical marijuana for cancer. In her late 30s, my wife was
A judge shouldn’t have to define appropriate behavior
Opinion: This letter is in response to the case argued in court last week, the Studers versus the VFW in
Anita Baker works through the drama
By Brian McCollum Detroit Free Press DETROIT Anita Baker, 52, is in the final stage of work on
Big Daddy makes this ‘Cat’ hot
By MILAN PAURICH entertainment@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Scott Mackenzie’s extraordinarily
Ambrose wins pole position for Montreal race
Associated Press MONTREAL Marcos Ambrose again took care of business in Nationwide qualifying at
Cabrera home run in tenth powers Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Asdrubal Cabrera led off the 10th inning with a home run to give the
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
ON THE AIR
ON THE AIR What: “Wo Ai Ni [I Love You] Mommy” (approximately 90 minutes) When: 10 p.m. Tuesday
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
2010 Fair Admission
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Sundays at Stambaugh shows set
YOUNGSTOWN Sundays at Stambaugh has announced the schedule for its fourth season. Each event
Surprised Laird on top of Barclays leaderboard
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Martin Laird suspected that four straight birdies early in the
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Saturday’s other MLB games
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Fukudome’s clutch homer leads Chicago past Cincy
Associated Press CINCINNATI One bad fastball turned into Bronson Arroyo’s undoing. Kosuke
Brookfield falls to Garfield Heights
Staff report GARFIELD HEIGHTS Ryan McSweeney passed for 138 yards to lead Garfield Heights
No defense for Browns’ poor outing
Associated Press DETROIT The Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns were encouraged by positive
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
Surrogate living room
Newest trends in kitchen design reflect consumer needs McClatchy Newspapers ORLANDO, Fla.
Children who disobey are not happy campers
McClatchy Newspapers Q. I recently read an article that said adults need to earn the respect of
Franchitti takes IRL race in Illinois
Associated Press JOLIET, Ill. A strategy gamble put Dario Franchitti in position to win. And
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,
Collectors seek glass, silver sardine dishes
The foods we favor have changed as technology has changed. A method of preserving food in glass
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 29, the 241st day of 2010. There are 124 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Surplus food
Surplus food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown.
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
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vPolish Day, noon to 8:30 p.m.: Polish food, music and culture takes
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
Saturday, August 28 (129 stories)
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
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
YSU officials to testify in payroll case
PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN More than 20 names, including those of key
Oshay can you see? Lawrence lifts East
By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com liberty All summer, East coach Brian Shaner went the
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
Range returns to power
By Jon moffett jmoffett@vindy.com North Lima With holes in his gloves, dirt on his face and
Campbell mayor pleads innocent to drunken driving
Staff Report LISBON Campbell Mayor George Krinos pleaded innocent Friday morning in Columbiana
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
Woman indicted in death of boyfriend
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted
Fitch consistent in Chaney rout
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Eighteen minutes into the 2010 football season,
Girard suffers loss of game and receiver
By Pete mollica mollica@vindy.com GIRARD For just over 15 minutes Friday Girard High’s
Pretrial hearing set in firefighter arson case
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Sebring A former Sebring volunteer firefighter will be back
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
Prep football roundup || 5 schools
Staff report Aurora Canfield’s four turnovers proved to be costly in a 24-19 loss to the Aurora
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-
Tiger struggles; Mickelson misses cut
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Jason Day can’t get a straight answer from doctors on the
Columbiana and Crestview fall
Staff report COLUMBIANA Monroe Central quarterback Tyler Kinchen engineered five scoring drives
Lakeview’s O overwhelms Struthers
By Doug Chapin sports@vindy.com CORTLAND Judging by the offensive production in the first
Lowellville holds on to defeat YCS in opener
By Chuck housteau sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Confidence can play a key role for high school
Scrappers are routed by Doubledays
Staff report AUBURN, N.Y. Gustavo Pierre had four hits, and Oliver Dominguez had three hits and
Mooney pulls past Pickerington North
Staff report PICKERINGTON Roosevelt Griffin carried 13 times for 79 yards and a touchdown to
YSU v-ball team is young
Staff report Youngstown With a new coaching staff, four new starters and eight newcomers, it’s
Clegg passes West. Reserve past Mathews
By Jim flick sports@vindy.com VIENNA Quarterback Jeffrey Clegg threw three touchdown passes
Windham opens 2010 with a win
By Ryan Jones sports@vindy.com North Jackson Following a season filled with disappointment,
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
Metro digest || Hanni elected
Hanni elected youngstown Rachel Hanni, 24, a city school board member, has been elected the new
‘End- time’ attracts interest
Last week, residents of Michigan were treated to a magnificent light show as the Aurora Borealis
Driver who crashed into house was drunk
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An autopsy report from the Mahoning County coroner’s office shows the
Sales up for back-to-school
By Kristine Gill kgill@vindy.com Youngstown Students might not be thrilled about the start of
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against these people. Ricky W. Paige
Victory over burdens in life
Troubles can plague every single one of us. Right now, your situation may be pretty bleak and it
Economy edges closer to stalling
Associated Press WASHINGTON The economy turns out to be weaker than we thought, and the
30,000 expected at convention
McClatchy Newspapers The country’s largest African-American denomination, the National Baptist
Bishop Eaton ordains 3 new ministers for region
Staff report alliance Bishop Elizabeth Eaton of the Northeastern Ohio Synod of the Evangelical
Standards explained
Standards explained Each district is measured against 26 state indicators and also given a
DeWine says Cordray is ‘anti-jobs’
By MARC KOVAC mkovac@dixcom.com COLUMBUS The Republican nominee for attorney general called
ABOUT THE RATINGS
ABOUT THE RATINGS The Ohio Department of Education released the 2009-10 report cards Friday,
Dominion sues gas owners
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. After negotiating for a decade, Dominion Transmission is
BIBLE PREDICTIONS
Think about a few of these biblical prophecies. Restoration of Israel: Ezekiel predicted it 600
YSU CASE | Witness list
A total of 10 people who would have been beneficiaries of unauthorized pension credit in the
Lawn concert to be held Sunday
Lawn concert to be held Sunday girard An outdoor lawn concert with “The Bridge” is scheduled at
Job interviews
Job interviews boardman InfoCision Management Corp. will have open interviews for call-center
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.89 .26 Avalon
P&G CEO earns $13.1M
Associated Press CINCINNATI Procter & Gamble Co. CEO Bob McDonald earned some $13.1 million in
Kids on a plane
Opinion: The Columbus Dispatch: Parents have enough things to worry about. They shouldn’t have to fret about
It’s more than a mosque
Opinion: The controversy over a proposed mosque near ground zero in Lower Manhattan preoccupies an increasing
Program aids small business
Staff report youngstown Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray met Friday with members of the
Ohio museum of art selects new chief
Ohio museum of art selects new chief CLEVELAND The deputy director of the National Gallery of
GO&DO Saturday
TODAY Dances Don Wojtila, 8 p.m., Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; 330-545-8995. Fairs,
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
Rolling dice on the budget
Opinion: COLUMBUS The Ohio Budget Planning Management Commission, the lawmaker panel that is developing
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
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.
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.
Volleyball team stands taller and together
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Head Coach Ronie Haurin returns for her 15th campaign, hoping
Hilltop’s newest students get sneak peek of school
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Children entering kindergarten this fall at Hilltop
Business women’s group hosts fashion show
The Network Council of the Mahoning Valley, representing three local chapters of American Business
Tennis team puts Canfield on the map
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield girls tennis program is one of the top net
Ag camp teaches kids about the fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The county fair was the hot topic at Mill Creek MetroParks
Library hosts family storytime
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com Reading was a family affair at the Boardman library Aug. 18,
New choir director ready to make music
The halls of two Poland schools are alive with the sound of a new music director. Canfield
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
Ice Zone figure skater medals at competition
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Nora Carlson, of Canfield, has been figure skating since she
Boardman tennis coach brings pro experience
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Joe Dagati returns to the area to become the girls tennis
Boardman spikers feature experienced squad
BY GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Head coach Glenn Sivak, in his fifth season as head coach of
Birthday girl celebrates in Kayla-land
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Kayla Jadue spent her seventh birthday traveling through
Library crowns teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
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
Holy Family student medals at figure skating event
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Nora Carlson, of Canfield, has been figure skating since she
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 hosts family storytime
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com Reading was a family affair at the Boardman library Aug. 18,
New choir director ready to make music
The halls of two Poland schools are alive with the sound of a new music director. Canfield
Poland volleyball team a scrappy bunch
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Poland High girls volleyball team graduated four seniors
Austintown Police Blotter
Aug. 8 Traffic pursuit: Kurt C. Morris was arrested after a traffic pursuit at Norquest Boulevard
Boardman briefs
Top readers honored during NASA program Children of all ages can sign up to learn NASA history and
New choir director ready to make music
The halls of two Poland schools are alive with the sound of a new music director. Canfield
Austintown Fitch students can go to school online this year
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com School district officials said offering online classes at
Sports briefs
Poland girls golf history clarification The Bulldogs were the All-American Conference 18-hole
Library program offers baby brain gain
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The Austintown library children’s room was filled with budding
Sports briefs
Fitch kicks off soccer season with a win The Fitch girls soccer team defeated Cardinal Mooney on
Library crowns teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
Austintown briefs
Create a craft at the library in September Children of all ages can make and take a craft during
Boardman Police Blotter
Aug. 7 Arrest: Lordstown police handed to Boardman authorities 32-year-old Michael E. Jenkins, 304
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
Fitch spikers seek for improved year
BY GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Fitch volleyball Falcons were 4-19 a season ago, but that
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
Bowen-Duncan doubles bowling champs
The Boardman Summer Doubles League finished its 13-week season at Boardman Lanes and for the second
Birthday girl celebrates in Kayla-land
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Kayla Jadue spent her seventh birthday traveling through
Boardman police sergeant fitted for ‘blue coat’
Staff report A township police officer was presented with the “Blue Coat Award” at the trustees’
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four outstanding professionals to visit the
Penguins youth swimmers compete in Nebraska
Five area swimmers from Penguin Swimming competed in the USA Swimming Central Zone Age Group
Share your thoughts on Boardman Township
Boardman Township residents have a new opportunity to share concerns, hopes and aspirations for the
Sports briefs
Girls golf impresses The Canfield girls golf team carded a 172 in their match against Niles Monday
Canfield briefs
Singers needed for Canfield Fair service On Sept. 5, the Canfield Fair Choir will perform during
Poland briefs
Poland starts new football game tradition Poland Seminary High School is hosting its first
Adventure Camp wraps up another summer
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group children from Boardman and Poland said goodbye to
Poland Police Blotter
Aug. 4 Theft: Two nail guns, assorted tools and a digital camera were stolen from a residence in
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
Sports briefs
Spartan girls net win The Boardman girls tennis team defeated Cardinal Mooney 2-1. In varsity
Pirates invade Poland library
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The activity room at Poland library was filled with pirates
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
Poland volleyball team a scrappy bunch
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com The Poland High girls volleyball team graduated four seniors
Library crowns teen Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com After a summer of fierce play by Valley teens, a Guitar Hero
Babies and books having bonding experience
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Babies 6 to 23 months were bonding with books at the Poland
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
Greenford Ruritan prepared to serve CANFIELD Greenford Ruritan Club will serve barbecued chicken
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
Devils go down in New Middletown
By Jon Moffett jmoffet@vindy.com New Middletown It was a little chilly at Springfield High on
Acclaimed downtown eatery closes
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The Rosetta Stone Cafe & Wine Bar closed its doors
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
$2.8M pact for Oakhill work awarded
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Building Commission
Ursuline gets 3-peat bid off to a fast start
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Ursuline Irish varsity players could have
Activist discusses race, Haiti
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Even though much progress has been made in the last
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
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.
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.
The problem with group coverage
Opinion: The problem with group coverage Columnist Thomas Sowell and Robert Moffit of the Heritage
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
Clarett’s workout is Sunday
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Maurice Clarett can’t sign with the Omaha Nighthawks until the team
Can’t forget these Drive-Bys
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The members of the Drive-By Truckers have had many labels
Columbiana Co. audit brings fine
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County officials will have to pay a
Vocalist to kick off series at YSU
Staff report youngstown Sophia Brooks, an internationally known vocalist who studied at
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
Judge rejects bond for suspect in series of 14 stabbing deaths
Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Elias Abuelazam arrived back in Michigan on Thursday shackled,
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
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
Workshop to focus on family history
Staff report youngstown Steel Valley Voices: An Ethnic Community Archive will sponsor a free
Sharon Sprints limited, charity in Mercer
Staff report HARTFORD Tonight’s action at Sharon Speedway will be the conclusion of points
Court OKs procedures for auction of racino
Special to The Vindicator NEW CASTLE, Pa. A U.S. bankruptcy court in Delaware has agreed to
Tiger shoots 65 to tie for lead
Associated Press PARAMUS, N.J. Yes, that really was Tiger Woods’ name atop the leaderboard. In
20 NE Ohio groups apply jointly for grant
Staff report CLEVELAND More than 20 public- and private-sector organizations submitted on behalf
birthdays
birthdays Musician Daryl Dragon of the Captain and Tennille is 68. Actress Tuesday Weld is 67.
oddly enough
oddly enough Yacht stolen from Mexico washes up on Florida coast PENSACOLA, Fla. Authorities
Who’s running for auditor?
Opinion: The down-ticket statewide races don’t typically receive much attention. There aren’t too many
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2010. There are 126 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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
Karzai questions drawdown time line
Karzai questions drawdown time line KABUL, Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai on Thursday
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Liberty Assembly of God, 6779 Belmont Ave., Girard, clothing giveaway and
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
Baghdatis is defeated in Pilot Pen quarterfinals
Associated Press NEW HAVEN, Conn. Sergiy Stakhovsky completed two matches on Thursday, but it
Suspended police officer saves baby
Associated Press FELICITY, Ohio A suspended Ohio police captain facing a possible prison term is
Metro digest || Puppies rescued
Puppies rescued youngstown Twelve pitbull-mix puppies were removed by humane agents from
North Korea’s Kim on unexpected China visit
Associated Press JILIN, China North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il turned up in China in a
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Russell R. Zinz, 31, of 211 Aldrich Ave., Austintown,
Texas advances to US final at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Texas is moving on to the U.S. final of the Little
Toyota recalls Corollas, Matrixes
Associated Press NEW YORK Toyota recalled 1.33 million Corolla sedans and Matrix hatchbacks in
POP CULTURE Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. Your column said “Yes, cancer can be funny.” Cancer
CDC: Flu death figures mislead
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Most reports about seasonal influenza cite an average of about
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
Tuner mandate a bad call
Opinion: Tuner mandate a bad call Los Angeles Times: Musicians have long sought to collect royalties from
Presidential judgment is not infallible
Opinion: By Andrew J. BACEVICH Los Angeles Times Fifty years ago this summer, with Americans riveted by a
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
Job scarcity puts more at risk for foreclosure
Associated Press WASHINGTON The jobs crisis is putting more Americans at risk of losing their
Selected local stocks
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Republicans need to lower their expectations
Opinion: In 2008, “60 Minutes” visited Denmark to report on a survey of international happiness conducted by
HP raises bid for 3Par, besting Dell
HP raises bid for 3Par, besting Dell SEATTLE Hewlett-Packard Co. again has raised its bid for
Obama speech to stress shift in focus from Iraq to Afghanistan
Associated Press VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. With his Oval Office speech Tuesday night, President
Finalists forums
Finalists forums YOUNGSTOWN The location of the Tuesday community forum for one of the finalists
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
Defending Montreal
Associated Press Carl Edwards thought he had no chance of catching Marcos Ambrose in the waning
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vParty on the River, 5 p.m.: End-of-week fun at B&O Station, 530
Positive outcome in the Gulf
Opinion: The greatest offshore oil spill in the history of the country seems under control. The well has
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
Algae-to-energy plant planned in city
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Plans are under way for an algae-to-energy
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
Suspect may be tied to 2 bank robberies
STAFF REPORT GIRARD Girard police may have arrested the man suspected in a number of recent
Scrappers held in check by State College
Staff report NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers were able to score just one run for the second
YSU seeks to ensure students’ success
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN As state funding for universities switches
PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP Wednesday’s matches
BOYS Mathews 4, Bloomfield 1 VIENNA Matt Harries had two goals, while Ethan Fiest and Mike
Fire department seeks volunteers
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com DAMASCUS The Damascus Fire Department is taking part in
Clarett OK’d for tryout
Associated Press COLUMBUS Maurice Clarett believes he’s ready to make another run at
‘West Side Rivalry’ is history
Since Fitch High School’s Falcon Stadium opened in 1969, the “West Side Rivalry” has been in the
Winery case to be heard by high court
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Supreme Court will determine
36 Scouts attend jamboree
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hubbard A trip of a lifetime and once-in-a-lifetime trip
Pluck of the Irish
Ursuline’s senior players are ready to lead team on quest for third consecutive state football
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.
Turning sleepless nights into happy days
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN YSU football coach Eric Wolford has spent the last
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Mideast peace talks a mirage
Opinion: JERUSALEM Immersion in this region’s politics can convince those immersed that history is cyclical
Washington is upset in Game 1
Associated Press WASHINGTON Angel McCoughtry scored 28 points and Coco Miller scored 21 in her
Columbiana recorder office feels crunch
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County Recorder Craig A. Brown’s
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
Steelers waiting for LB Timmons to become a star
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is finding it difficult to be patient
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
It’s bumper-sticker politics
Opinion: WASHINGTON There are times when I flirt with the notion that the country would be better off with
Is another recession starting now?
Is another recession starting now? WASHINGTON It’s starting to feel like another recession.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Alcohol-laced goodies among State Fair fried-food finalists DALLAS Fried food
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
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
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Marc J. Foster, 29, of 821 Pennsylvania Ave., #2,
Hubbard, Girard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD
Selected local stocks
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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
Indiana man is charged in Facebook stalking case
Associated Press PITTSBURGH An Indiana man created a Facebook page in the name of an ex-
Lecture series
Lecture series HERMITAGE, PA. The Womancare Center of UPMC Horizon is offering a series of
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A story on Page A4 of Wednesday’s Vindicator under the headline “City schools hire 28
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
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
SALT THERAPY
Health experts leery of halotherapy’s medicinal benefits Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Heidi
Iran shows its barbaric side
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani may not have long to live. International outrage over
‘Bark For Life’
‘Bark For Life’ NILES On Saturday, the American Cancer Society will have a “Bark For Life”
Lovato: busy times, good times
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In true star fashion, pop singer-actress Demi Lovato had
Polish Day features ethnic eats, education and entertainment
By NATALIE LARICCIA entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Have you always wanted to gain a better
New This Week
New This Week Avatar Special Edition in 3D (PG-13) Regal Niles: Fri.-Tue. (1:15, 4:40) 8:10
Airport lacks money for back sewer bills
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The Youngstown- Warren Regional Airport is more than a
Artist’s perspective is that of the uprooted
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Certain themes run through the art of Asya Reznikov.
Best Bets on TV
“Burn Notice” (9 p.m., USA): “Burn Notice” closes out the first half of Season 4 with a high-stakes
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
Metro digest || Transit contracts to be awarded
Transit contracts to be awarded YOUNGSTOWN Western Reserve Transit Authority Board of Trustees
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Oklahoma,SDRq at Trumbull New Theatre, 5883 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Niles City Schools, special board meeting, 4:30 p.m. Administration Building, 100
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
Pirates blasted by former player
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Jose Bautista doesn’t know if the Pirates didn’t have the money to
Hamilton team falls at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Matthew Campos gave Hawaii’s offense one big punch, and
Attacks in Iraq kill 56, target security forces
Associated Press BAGHDAD Bombers and gunmen killed at least 56 Iraqis in more than two dozen
Pirates beat Cards again
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Daniel McCutchen pitched six shutout innings for his third victory
Q&A Campbell Memorial’s Mickey Sikora
When the Campbell Memorial Red Devils made the playoffs last season for the first time since the
Carter travels to N. Korea to get Boston man released
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Koreans welcomed Jimmy Carter back to Pyongyang with
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Judge orders strict rehab for Lohan BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. A judge on Wednesday
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,
Village teaches kids safety
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Police officers, firefighters and an ambulance
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
Yellow spice eases skin problem
Q. Six months ago, my doctor diagnosed me with psoriasis and prescribed creams and lotions. I
Mangini pretty pleased on eve of season
By Tony Grossi The Cleveland Plain Dealer What does it say about the Browns’ progress when the
Wozniacki wins her opener
Associated Press NEW HAVEN, Conn. U.S. Open top-seed Caroline Wozniacki got a little help from
Tribe loses fifth straight, lack of offense to blame
Associated Press CLEVELAND Trevor Cahill pitched seven strong innings and the Oakland Athletics
Bell’s quirky type of pop resonates
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Upstate New York artist Christopher Bell considers
Fresh tainted eggs to be salvaged
Associated Press Millions of eggs from the Iowa farms at the heart of a massive salmonella recall
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
6 schools in Valley earn top rating
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com poland Six Mahoning Valley school districts earned the
Penguins wide open at wide receiver
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Last fall, as future NFL receiver Donald Jones was
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.
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
scrappers roundup News and notes from Eastwood Field
NYPL scholarships: Jay Rowland of Warren Harding High School was one of 14 finalists for
City schools hire 28 teachers for kindergarten, first grade
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN The city school board hired 28 new
For Blaney, NASCAR is twice as nice now
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com HIGH POINT, N.C. Dave Blaney thought his NASCAR Sprint
Ohio Veterans Bonus Program launched
Staff report COLUMBUS Veterans Service Commissions in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties
Amateur boxing show tonight
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com NILES The United City Boxing Club was formed last November so
Deputy pleads guilty to 2 felonies
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A Mahoning County deputy sheriff who served as a
Residents take aim at crime and blight
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Helen Durflinger has lived in her Avondale Avenue
Hubbard boys topple Liberty
Staff report HUBBARD Nick Pedaline scored three goals while Tim Kemner scored two to lead
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.
Strong-arming Armstrong
Opinion: I take exception to attempts to villainize Armstrong Cable in the flap between Armstrong and the Big Ten.
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
Valley jobless rate remains about 12%
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate continued
ObamaCare not the answer
Opinion: There is so much political spin, and so many numbers games being played, when it comes to medical
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.05 —.13 Avalon
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Springsteen heads to film fest for ‘Darkness’ TORONTO Bruce Springsteen is heading
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
Home sales plunge 27%
Staff/wire report washington Sales of previously occupied homes plunged last month to the
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Reptile experts capture 2nd stray ’gator in Chicago River CHICAGO The next time
Next up: 3-D TV without glasses
Associated Press TOKYO Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp. said Tuesday it is developing
Seattle favorite in WNBA postseason
Associated Press The Seattle Storm got off to such a dominant start, they clinched the top spot in
Ousted worker says no to USDA job
Ousted worker says no to USDA job WASHINGTON Shirley Sherrod, ousted from the Agriculture
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
Singer’s career continues to sink
Associated Press LONDON It was a slow-motion car crash — a handy metaphor for George Michael’s
Cowher: Roethlisberger gets it
Associated Press NEW YORK Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher says it was hard to get
Group sets neighborhood party
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown The partnership of four block watches, the
Hardesty is close to return
Associated Press BEREA Most players wouldn’t mind skipping an NFL training camp with its
Vet bonus box
Eligible Ohio veterans can receive up to $1,500 under the bonus program launched Tuesday. Here are
New Ohio tax credit
New Ohio tax credit columbus The Ohio Department of Development has launched a new tax-credit
An insight into Iraq’s future
Opinion: Salam is free. My Iraqi driver, unjustly imprisoned for nearly two years because he helped U.S.
‘Extreme’ Democrats will pay the price in November
Opinion: By E. THOMAS McCLANAHAN McClatchy Newspapers Democrats head into the midterm elections facing a
Lawrence Co. leaders seek cutbacks
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County Commissioners are asking
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel W. Nye, 32, of 625 Coitsville Road, Campbell,
Event to raise money for new police dog
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Report: Military needs office to prevent suicides
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Motorcyclist injured in accident with truck
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Cruze displays to benefit United Way
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Scrappers get past State College 1-0
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Motorcyclist injured tonight on Western Reserve Road
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Dozens march against crime on city's South Side
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Pirates hold off St. Louis in ninth
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Indians shut out by Oakland 5-0
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Miami University Greek groups adopt social-event rules
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Youngstown cops seize marijuana plants on South Side
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Campbell gets $300K for mill-site study
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Boardman police sergeant honored at trustees meeting
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Concert to benefit cancer battle
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Editorial: Perhaps it was the foreword writ- ten by retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor that
Surplus food
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Mideast talks are pointless
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Plenty of corn for everyone
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Associated Press VIENNA A 12-year battle over the possession of a painting that was stolen from
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Scrappers knock of State College 4-1
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Pirates lose, Ohlendorf pulled
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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
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Police: Pa. woman gave 6-year-old son to stranger on bus
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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
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HP makes $1.5B bid for 3Par, topping Dell's offer
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State approves nearly $300K to clean up Campbell property
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Traficant won’t file as a write in candidate
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Ohio health department confims first human case of West Nile virus
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Police officer involved in shooting meets with IAD, others
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Passions rise by dueling groups at NYC mosque site
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Sally Pellett | Tom Manning
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Volunteers clean up former Sparkle
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YSU leaders welcome Class of ’14 amid hoopla of enrollment growth
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Pensions for Forum are secure, PBGC says
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Mathews schools deemed excellent
Chief now seeks highest designation By JORDAN A. COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA For the first
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Sunshine and spirits add zest to Valley winery event
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Salem food pantry exceeds expectations
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QBs Leftwich, Dixon battle to be starter
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We eat without thinking
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Change — for the worse — in America began years ago
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OVI blitz brings 20 citations, 3 arrests
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Boom, Zoom chase away gloom
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Prosecutors defend about-face on arrest
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UK official decries video game that lets players be Taliban
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Associated Press COLUMBUS Tyler Moeller has always been a vicious hitter. Then he took a
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
Record number of Pa. travelers taking train
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Mayor defends dolphin hunts
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Public safety will be in jeopardy if states follow Arizona’s lead
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Favre done after series for Vikings at 49ers
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Pirates turning a profit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — To the fans, there’s nothing like a big winner. To the Pittsburgh Pirates,
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OVI blitz near YSU nets 20 citations
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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.
Relaxation drink fails to go down well with the FDA
Makers of Drank defend safety, benefits of beverage By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com
Big Ten decision: Well-kept secret
Say this for Penn State athletic director Tim Curley — he can sit through an hour-long meeting and
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
Hess (officially) gets nod as starting QB
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On the first play of Saturday’s scrimmage, YSU
Farmers market serves up hot appetizers on the side
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Most people who visited a local farmers market
Sloppy conditions, play drown Browns
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jake Delhomme passed the rain test. The one in snow will come later.
Brier Hill Italian Fest brings back pleasant memories
Brier Hill Italian Fest brings back pleasant memories By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com
Big Ben returns as Steelers roll Giants
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. The Pittsburgh Steelers may be fine without the suspended
Packed with supplies, love
Annual giveaway for schoolchildren set for Saturday By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com
Tressel pleased with scrimmage
Associated Press COLUMBUS In the scrimmage held every August between Ohio State’s offensive and
HIGH SCHOOL BAND NIGHTS
Austintown Fitch High School will host its annual band night at 7 p.m. Aug. 30. Five area bands
Strong pitching lifts Scrappers to victory
Staff report STATE COLLEGE, PA. Jordan Cooper gave up one run over five innings to help the
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.
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.
How do elected officials see you?
Opinion: Ever get a strange feeling that your elected officials think you are an absolute dolt?
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).
Is YSU’s prez tough enough?
Opinion: Not to rain on Youngstown State University President Cynthia Anderson’s parade, but her first State
Limelight
Limelight Awards, achievements Allstate Insurance Company has recognized Mahoning County agents
Expanded services
Expanded services youngstown Winkle Electric Company recently launched a new addition to its
Farmer pushes modified crops
Associated Press PORDENONE, Italy Giorgio Fidenato has made a habit of carrying a raw ear of
Salute to Business | 2010 award recipients
The following will be honored at the Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber’s Salute to Business
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
GM heads back to market
Editorial: GM heads back to market We were not proponents of the government forcing General Motors into
UNHAPPY RETURNS
Will brewery in Pennsylvania can a bottling tradition? Associated Press ST. MARYS, Pa. For
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
CAREER PATHS
Finance Joseph King recently joined the lending team at Huntington Bancshares Howland office as a
US can’t afford its military
Opinion: By Lawrence Korb and Loren Thompson Los Angeles Times America began the new millennium with
STAYING SAFE | Banking online
Some tips on keeping your money safe when banking online: Never share your password. Make sure
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
Chamber becomes strong political force
Associated Press WASHINGTON At times subtle, at times loud, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is
Insurance payments for Ohioans may be delayed because of glitch
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Health says it’s investigating a computer
Shot-at dog to move to Utah shelter
Associated Press TOLEDO A German shepherd that survived six gunshot wounds in Ohio soon will
Dutch girl, 14, sets sail in secrecy
Associated Press PORTIMAO, Portugal A 14-year-old Dutch sailor departed in secrecy from
Iran begins fueling first nuclear reactor
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Iran has crossed a new nuclear threshold, but it’s one the Obama
Inhumane murderers should die
Opinion: Inhumane murderers should die I am an 80-year-old senior cit- izen who continues to hope for an
newsmakers
newsmakers Van Gogh recovered CAIRO Police recovered a painting by Vincent van Gogh at the
ARMED FORCES DIGEST
ARMED FORCES DIGEST VETERANS Freedom Days Whispering Oaks retirement community, 260 S. Buhl
Backpack info
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Where: East Federal Plaza in downtown Youngstown. East Federal
IF YOU GO to Northside Farmers Market
IF YOU GO What: The Northside Farmers Market. Local vendors sell a variety of fruits, vegetables,
birthdays
birthdays Actress Valerie Harper is 70. Actress Cindy Williams is 63. Country singer Holly Dunn is
Ohiopyle Falls opened to kayakers, canoeists
Associated Press OHIOPYLE, Pa. Beginning today, kayakers and canoeists on a western Pennsylvania
“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
Oil spill binds BP, feds together
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS For months, the U.S. government talked with a boot-on-the-neck
‘Antigone’ at Calvin Center is too good to miss
By MILAN PAURICH Special to The Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN Poor Antigone. The product of a wildly
Mosque flap tests limits of Americans’ tolerance
Associated Press The word “tolerance” comes from the Latin tolerare — to bear. In our
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
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
Biker struck and killed in charity race
Associated Press COLUMBUS Authorities say a 57-year-old woman biking in a charity ride was
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Two straight winless seasons have head coach Jeremy McElroy looking for his first victory
Not-so-wild progress
By John Bordsen McClatchy Newspapers BEAUFORT, N.C. Some weekenders love nothing more than a
Sweden withdraws warrant for founder of WikiLeaks
Associated Press STOCKHOLM Swedish authorities revoked a short-lived arrest warrant for the
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:
Outlook
Outlook Mark Assion returns as head coach. He coached the Bluejays from 2005-07. The team will
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off another undefeated season and 10-1 record, the Blue Devils have some holes to
Atwal leads PGA after three
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. Arjun Atwal had to play his way into the Wyndham Championship.
nascar Notebook
Vickers back: Brian Vickers had heart surgery last month as part of his treatment for blood clots,
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK After a 1-9 season, Chaney has turned the program over to alumnus Jim Vivo, who will begin
Chaney alumni can relate to Beatles song
By Lissa Bell news@vindy.com youngstown For the Chaney High School Class of 1964, time is
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK In 2009, the Bulldogs went 6-4 in the regular season but qualified for the playoffs thanks
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off a 3-7 season, East has 16 lettermen returning, including six starters each on
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
Outlook
Outlook D.J. Ogilvie says the goals for his Boardman Spartans are the same that the same the team
Outlook
Outlook The Salem Quakers will return five offensive linemen from last year’s 9-3 team to protect
Del Potro withdraws from U.S. Open
Associated Press New York Defending champion Juan Martin del Potro withdrew from the U.S. Open
MLB roundup Saturday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 9, Mariners 5 NEW YORK Yankees’ rookie third baseman Eduardo Nunez
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The graduation of Matt Preston has the quarterback QB slot up for grabs with senior Tim
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vPackard Concert Band, 7 p.m.: Summer finale concert in the South
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Mike Ward returns as head coach after a 13-year sabbatical. The Eagles went 5-5 in 2009
Scherzer, Tigers shut down Tribe
Associated Press DETROIT It took until late August, but Max Scherzer finally beat an AL Central
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Now an independent, Brookfield head coach Randy Clark says he won’t miss the All-American
Outlook
Outlook Head coach Brian Marrow hopes the adage about football being won in the trenches holds
Crimson Tide tops AP football poll
Associated Press NEW YORK Alabama will start this season where it ended last season. The
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off a 6-4 season, the Falcons have 11 lettermen returning and seven starters (three
Outlook
Outlook It’s been a rough go for head coach Dallas Saunders. Last year, his Wildcats won only two
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
CAMPBELL RED DEVILS
CAMPBELL RED DEVILS OUTLOOK Mickey Sikora has his first head coaching job after 25 years
DORM DECOR
College students face the challenge of making space their own McClatchy Newspapers Eat. Sleep.
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Outlook After finishing at .500 last year, Leetonia coach Matt Altomare has his sights set much
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK In 2009, the Cardinals finished 10-2, shared the All-American Conference Red Tier crown
Ohio defeats NJ at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA. Jacob Jones had two homers and five RBIs, and Brooks
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
Let grandson learn at his own pace
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our 4-year-old grandson is enrolled in a pre-kindergarten class where all
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Mustangs are coming off an 0-10 season and have 10 seniors. The new head coach is
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off a 5-5 season where all the wins were against Inter Tri-County League Tier Two
An authentic brouhaha
Ansel Adams negatives may be worth $200 million By MIKE BOEHM Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES
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OUTLOOK The Tigers have 16 lettermen returning from 2009’s 7-3 season. Among the key players lost
Collectors seek rare silver-plated tea sets
Designers working after 1920 created very different looks for many common household objects. For
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. Did I miss the pilot episode of “Blue Bloods”? If
Thrice as nice for Busch
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Kyle Busch made NASCAR history Saturday night with an
PAST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS
CITY SERIES 2006 — Rayen 2005 — Rayen 2004 — Chaney 2003 — Chaney 2002 — Chaney
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
Power qualifies for record eighth pole
Associated Press SONOMA, Calif. Thinking he was a lock to move on in qualifying, Will Power
Area golf scores
MEN Another Round Golf League (Reserve Run) — (Aug. 18) Low gross: Chad Miller 34, Gary Tucci 35,
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2010. There are 131 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Andrew Hake had a stellar first season as Blue Devils head coach, guiding the team to a
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Following a 1-9 season, the Golden Flashes return eight starters on each side of the ball.
record reviews
BRIAN WILSON Album: “Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin” Grade: B On “Brian Wilson Reimagines
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OUTLOOK Mickey Sikora has his first head coaching job after 25 years assisting at Struthers,
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK A veteran presence dominates the lineup as the Beavers return seven offensive starters and
Outlook
Outlook It’s a new year with a new coach, but it’s the same old story for Southern Local High.
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Eagles are coming off a 7-3 season and a 28-7 Division VI playoff loss to Mogadore.
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off a 4-6 season, the Red Dragons have 12 lettermen returning (six starters on
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Veteran assistant Nick Cochran takes over as head coach for Bud McSuley. With 10 lettermen
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Head coach Bill Bohren prepares for his 45th season 24 victories short of 300. Coming off
Picasso show draws huge crowds
Picasso show draws huge crowds NEW YORK Pablo Picasso is as popular as ever. An exhibition of
Can our state champs do it again?
With Ursuline and Cardinal Mooney leading the way, the 2010 high school football season could be
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OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK With 16 letterwinners returning from a 10-2 playoff team, the Eagles appear poised to make
Outlook
Outlook To say West Branch High’s recent history has been impressive would be an understatement.
All games at 7 p.m. unless noted
All games at 7 p.m. unless noted WEEK 1 Thursday, Aug. 26 Akr. Kenmore at Newton Falls Cle.
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Outlook Second-year coach Jay Brophy said his 2010 Sebring team has a lot of versatility and is
CHECKLIST
CHECKLIST Living and sleeping: Sofa bed or loft bed, mattress and pad, pillows, sheet sets,
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Wildcats return four starters on offense and four on defense. New head coach Dan
los angeles times
los angeles times Rick Norsigian holds a glass negative depicting Mirror Lake in Yosemite National
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Outlook From a team standpoint, the Wellsville Tigers have no weaknesses. Head coach Dave Skinner
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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 A new coaching staff will have a talented roster with a lot of speed and competition at
Outlook
Outlook Warren G. Harding coach D.J. Dota says there are three things he wants for his team to be
Rain falls, and so do Pirates against Mets
Associated Press PITTSBURGH David Wright hit a three-run homer and Jonathon Niese pitched a
in the cup!
in the cup! Area aces Shawn Shoemaker of Warren aced Tamer Win’s 93-yard 13th hole, using a
Brain zaps from skipped dose
Q. I was on Prozac for two years for obsessive-compulsive disorder, but it decimated my libido. My
Top 25 Teams Associated Press poll
Preseason college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, 2009 records, total points
Bowen, Duncan win local bowling title
By JOHN BASSETTI BOARDMAN For a second consecutive year, Mike Bowen and Doug Duncan won the
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off a 4-6 season, the Leopards are looking to rebound and challenge for the All-
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK With 16 lettermen returning from a 6-4 team, the Rams have plenty of experience to compete
Author to conduct two book signings
Author to conduct two book signings Inspirational author Kim Vogel Sawyer will make two stops in
Scrappers 2 State college1
Scrappers 2 State college1 Next: Scrappers at State College, today, 6:05 p.m.
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo As summer came to an end in 1983, Girard High School students Daria Nall and
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.
Being honored with Salutes
By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The workers at General Motors’ Lordstown complex
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Bulldogs enjoyed a fast start in 2009 before finishing 7-4 with a second loss to
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Tigers are hoping to build on their 5-5 season in 2009. Key losses to graduation were
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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 Raiders had a very uncharacteristic season in 2009, going 2-8 and missing the playoffs
Saturday, August 21 (141 stories)
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.
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
Some Youngstown tenants face surprise inspections
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you’re a rental property owner in
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
Columbiana tops Lowellville in tuneup
By MATT GIAMBATTISTA sports@vindy.com COLUMBIANA On a very warm August evening two Inter Tri-
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
Batavia goes deep to beat Scrappers
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com NILES Batavia played long ball early, rapping out six extra
Security at Austintown schools gets US attention
Grant chief applauds district’s use of funds By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown
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.
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
Old-electronics collection set for today in Boardman
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Boardman Mahoning County residents can clean out their
HIGH SCHOOL BAND NIGHTS
Austintown Fitch High School will host its annual band night at 7 p.m. Aug. 30. Five area bands
Coitsville police probe missing firefighter funds
Staff report coitsville The Coitsville Firemen’s Association is missing $5,300 from its savings
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.
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
2 arrested in Niles drug raid
Staff report NILES Two Mahoning Avenue residents were charged with felony drug possession and
Apartments worker at YSU dies in fall
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Coroner’s office is investigating the death of a
William D. Lewis | The Vindicator
William D. Lewis | The Vindicator A group of Air Force Junior ROTC cadets from Trumbull Career and
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
Long-hitters from Texas win in opener at LLWS
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Blake Toler and Jake Orlando hit homers over the
Economic woes affect Bristol
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Rob Stiens won two tickets to Bristol Motor Speedway as his
Recall grows to half a billion eggs, 14 states
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than a half-billion eggs have been recalled in the nationwide
Bear kills caretaker; owner had legal trouble
Associated Press COLUMBIA STATION, Ohio A bear attacked and killed its caretaker at the home of
TO sparks Bengals in victory
Associated Press CINCINNATI Terrell Owens put some bite back into the Bengals’ offense. Owens
Israel, Palestinians to meet in DC in peace negotiations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Plunging into the Mideast peacemaker’s role that has defeated so
Snedeker, Atwal share PGA lead
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. Brandt Snedeker feels right at home in central North Carolina,
Tigers’ Galarraga dominates Tribe
Associated Press DETROIT Armando Galarraga continued his season-long dominance of the Cleveland
Fugitives arrested without a fight in Ariz.
Associated Press ST. JOHNS, Ariz. Over the past three weeks, an escaped Arizona prisoner and his
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
Poll: 38% approve of Afghan war
Associated Press LAWRENCE, Mass. A majority of Americans see no end in sight in Afghanistan,
Busch winner at Bristol race
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. Kyle Busch moved one step closer to sweeping the weekend at
Buckeyes’ offense ahead of defense
By Tim May Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS After a recent Ohio State practice, Cameron Heyward was
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
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.
City-schools forums
City-schools forums youngstown Community forums are scheduled with each of the five finalists
robert k. yosay | the vindicator
robert k. yosay | the vindicator The four-floor Flats at Wick, a new apartment complex for
Pirates assured of another losing year
Associated Press PITTSBURGH David Wright and Jose Reyes each had three of the Mets’ slump-ending
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel A. Butler, 23, of Youngstown and Stephanie A.
Life should reflect beliefs
In this day and age, some may find they can become easily persuaded to follow others opinions or the
CORRECTION
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A brief history | St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church
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birthdays
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Serena won’t play in US Open
Associated Press Serena Williams withdrew from the U.S. Open on Friday, saying she still is
CONFIRMED FLU SFlbHOSPITALIZATIONS
CONFIRMED FLU SFlbHOSPITALIZATIONS The Ohio Department of Health said there were 3,238 people
“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
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Antonette Kronk and William Smaltz, Austintown, boy, Aug. 18
Chip shortage hits smart-phone makers
Associated Press NEW YORK The seemingly recession-proof smart phone is suffering from a side
Pastors: Obama is a devout Christian
By Margaret Talev McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Pastors who have prayed with President
faith q & a
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Can spiritual warfare explain some things in people’s lives? A. Lama
First Friday Club
First Friday Club boardman Brother David Andrews will be the featured speaker when the First
3-D ‘Pirahnas’ Gone Wild!
By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic Mere words cannot describe how awesomely gnarly “Piranha 3D”
Airports trade fast-food for sit-down restaurants
Associated Press NEW YORK Forget about greasy french fries, soggy pizza or that sandwich that’s
Unemployment in Ohio dips to 10.3%
Associated Press COLUMBUS Fewer Ohioans are out of work, causing the state’s unemployment rate
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.16 —.07 Avalon
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
Gasoline prices expected to drop
Associated Press Americans can expect gasoline prices to drop as school buses start rolling
China’s rise is a reminder
Opinion: Kansas City Star: In the 1980s, when pundits mulled the supposed economic threat from Japan, few
Allegiant makes Fortune listing
Staff report LAS VEGAS Fortune magazine has ranked Allegiant Travel Co. No. 25 on the 2010 “100
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
Win in Afghanistan is a loss
Opinion: By Tommy Sowers McClatchy-Tribune An old military maxim states, “Amateurs think about strategy
Mill Creek Bug Day crawling with people
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hundreds of children and adults enjoyed exploring bugs at
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.
Boardman girls golf team seeks winning season
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Coach Christine Terlesky enters her fifth season at the helm
Boys golf team ahead of 2009 pace
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com After suffering through a winless regular and Federal League
Alumni soccer team wins championship
The Austintown Fitch soccer program recently played the boys soccer alumni tournament, and the Red
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.
Bible school goes on high seas expedition
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Children attending the Canfield United Methodist Church’s
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
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 girls young and promising
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Last year, the Cardinals went 12-6 overall and 4-2 in All-
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
Mill Creek Bug Day crawling with people
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hundreds of children and adults enjoyed exploring bugs at
Canfield briefs
Fly a flag on the last two holidays for free The Rotary Club of Canfield is offering to place
Mahoning Valley Heat scorch competition
The Mahoning Valley Heat travel team was the 10U Nations Eastern champions with a 16-2 record in its
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
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.
Little Cards top Newton Falls
The Canfield Little Cardinals 100 and 120-pound football teams opened their seasons Sunday with
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
Boardman briefs
Picnic at Boardman Park Sunday The Nativity of Christ Russian Orthodox Church will hold its annual
Austintown briefs
Fitch orientation set for Monday Freshman orientation for all incoming Fitch High School ninth-
Poland library crowns Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group of teenagers came to Poland library Aug. 12 ready to
Little pirates burn off energy
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com The children’s activity room at Austintown library could have
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four outstanding professionals to visit the
Boardman library hosts talent show
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Stars were discovered Aug. 12, as the Boardman library
Mill Creek Bug Day crawling with people
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hundreds of children and adults enjoyed exploring bugs at
Poland woman is karaoke queen
All those nights of karaoke and listening to the radio nonstop, finally paid off for a Poland woman
Adventure Camp wraps up another exciting 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 summer
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group children from Boardman and Poland said goodbye to
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
Boardman honors pair of alumni
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com A beloved orchestra director and inspirational professional
Poland library crowns Guitar Hero
By SARAH FOOR neighbors@vindy.com A group of teenagers came to Poland library Aug. 12 ready 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
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking four outstanding professionals to visit the
Penguins youth swimmers compete in Nebraska
Five area swimmers from Penguin Swimming competed in the USA Swimming Central Zone Age Group
Boardman library hosts talent show
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Stars were discovered Aug. 12, as the Boardman library
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
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
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
Poland golf team full of seniors
By GREG GULAS neighbors@vindy.com Last season, the Poland boys golf team posted a 9-6 overall
Rotary seeks exchange applicants
Rotarians of District 6650 in northeast Ohio are seeking outstanding professionals to visit the
Mooney cheerleaders mentor young girls
It’s almost football season. Not only are the area football teams hitting the turf for training, but
Sports briefs
Neighbors Blitz starts next week It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.
Austintown Police Blotter
Aug. 2 Breaking and entering: Tools were taken at Ken Hoffman Roofing, 168 S. Meridian Road.
Boardman adds inductees into Hall of Fame
Boardman Booster Club is sponsoring their 31st annual Hall of Fame weekend. The festivities begin
Boardman Police Blotter
July 31 Criminal damaging: A pellet gun was fired at a residence in the 6900 block of Lockwood
Poland briefs
Picnic at Boardman Park Sunday The Nativity of Christ Russian Orthodox Church will hold its annual
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.
‘Piranha 3D’
‘Piranha 3D’ Grade: A- Credits: Stars Elizabeth Shue, Ving Rhames and Jerry O’Connell; directed
MLB roundup
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 7, Angels 2 MINNEAPOLIS Brian Duensing struck out six in eight innings
Outsource services to reduce debt
Opinion: BELFAST, Northern Ireland British Prime Minister David Cameron is calling for reinforcements to
Mangini expects more from Browns
By Mary Kay Cabot The Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND So, what does the Browns offense do for
newsmakers
newsmakers Man jumps to death onto stage at concert SARATOGA, Calif. Authorities say a man
Karzai OKs teams to probe corruption
Karzai OKs teams to probe corruption KABUL, Afghanistan Afghanistan’s president pledged Friday
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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.
Scrappers’ rally comes up short in ninth
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com NILES Mahoning Valley’s new shortstop Nick Bartolone was in
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
VFW cleared in DUI fatality
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A jury said Thursday it did not hold operators of Hubbard
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
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
Roethlisberger will play and may start
Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. The Pittsburgh Steelers are keeping their starting quarterback a
Full weekends planned at Sharon, Mercer
Staff report HARTFORD The DIRTcar Challenge Sprint series will take to Sharon Speedway on
YSU science objective gets chancellor’s nod
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Eric
Indians sloppy, but still win
By Paul Hoynes The Cleveland Plain Dealer KANSAS CITY, Mo. Shin-Soo Choo hit a tiebreaking RBI
Charges likely in 3 cases involving animals
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Criminal charges likely will be filed
Sciortino takes hiatus from office of state group of county auditors
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Auditor Michael V.
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
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.
New-product award
New-product award youngstown Northern State’s Metals Solar FlexRack has been chosen as the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 19.23 —.33 Avalon
Mosque flap distracts Dems
Opinion: The flap created by President Barack Obama’s comments on the controversial proposal for an Islamic
U.S. troops in harm’s way
Opinion: By John B. QUIGLEY McClatchy-Tribune COLUMBUS The July vote in the House of Representatives on
Contracts awarded for sewer, water at new mill
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners awarded
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
Strickland looks to raise freight-truck weight limits
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gov. Ted Strickland’s administration wants certain freight trucks to
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
Primary losses blunt power of ‘grizzly’ Palin
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s been a summer of setbacks for Sarah Palin. Candidate “cubs”
Arjun Atwal ties course record
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. If Arjun Atwal keeps this up, he’ll have a new PGA Tour card
Attacks on the media
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: It is a popular conservative myth to suggest that the “mainstream media” is a
ESPN coverage scrutinized
Associated Press NEW YORK With each victory on the way to starting 9-0 in 1996, Army’s football
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
Supporters enjoy ice cream, raise funds for library levy
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com youngstown Supporters of the Public Library of Youngstown
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
GM stock may lure the brave
Associated Press NEW YORK Would you buy stock in a company that has hemorrhaged tens of billions
Afghan strategy workable
Opinion: By James Jay Carafano McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON The Wikileaks “Afghan War Dairy” documents
BP accused of withholding critical data
Associated Press WASHINGTON The company that owned the oil rig that exploded in the Gulf of
Flex-Strut gets funds to expand business
Staff report WARREN The Ohio Department of Development has approved a $180,000 Community
Police: Sunday school teacher had sex with girl
Associated Press ECONOMY, Pa. Police have charged a western Pennsylvania Sunday school teacher
Deal struck for Cleveland casino site
Associated Press CLEVELAND Plans are moving ahead for a casino in downtown Cleveland. The
Ex-YSU student given probation for drug sales
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A former Youngstown State University
Clemens indicted in steroid case
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens was indicted by a
newsmakers
newsmakers Study: Smoking scenes on the decline NEW YORK A new study shows that there’s less
Trafficking probe targets Ohio nail salons
Associate Press COLUMBUS Human trafficking of immigrant nail-salon workers has drawn the
birthdays
birthdays News anchor Connie Chung is 64. Trombone player Jimmy Pankow of Chicago is 63. Singer
Change-of-command ceremony set
Staff report Hermitage, Pa. Soldiers of the Army Reserve’s 475th Quartermaster Group, Farrell,
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Aug. 20, the 232nd day of 2010. There are 133 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen A. Fabian Jr., 23, Davenport., Fla. and Erin
Officials: Militants are exploiting chaos of flooding
Los Angeles Times ISLAMABAD Islamic militants are exploiting the strain this summer’s monsoon
Giuliani supports move of mosque
Giuliani supports move of mosque NEW YORK Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani on Thursday joined a
Gaming board tells casinos to look out for kids
Associated Press BENSALEM, Pa. Pennsylvania gaming regulators say a Bucks County casino must do
Brookfield company gets Brier Hill project
By Peter H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Metropolitan Housing
Intolerance towards Muslims disturbing
Opinion: By Haris Tarin Los Angeles Times When my parents decided to leave their war-ravaged homeland of
Metro digest || Miracle for cats
Miracle for cats YOUNGSTOWN The Cat Ladies Society needed a miracle to get the funds necessary
Browns’ Haden rare rookie
Associated Press BEREA Browns cornerback Joe Haden oozes confidence from every pore. It trickles
Metro digest || Salem theater offers dance, voice lessons
Salem theater offers dance, voice lessons sALEM The Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St.,
Zeigler working way onto 49ers roster
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. After three seasons spent almost entirely on San
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
WAC commissioner blasts Fresno State, Nevada for leaving
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Fresno State and Nevada should not expect any parting gifts from
oddly enough
oddly enough Meeting fails to end church-strip club feud WARSAW, Ohio The leader of an Ohio
West Virginia, Marshall discuss series renewal
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. The athletic directors are new at Marshall and West Virginia
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Covelli Centre, Front Street, Youngstown, various commodities 9 a.m. to 2
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vBrier Hill Italian Fest, 4-11 p.m.: Steve Fazzini, Jim Frank Combo,
Little League WS begins
Associated Press SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Gripping a shiny new aluminum bat, 12-year-old Patrick
Obama rumors gain steam despite the facts
Associated Press NEW YORK “President Obama is a Muslim.” “He’s not an American citizen.” “He
Hubbard, Liberty and Girard police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Dinner to benefit hurt firefighter
Staff report BROOKFIELD A spaghetti dinner Sunday is the first of three events to help defray
Driven to adapt
Roush crash shows teams must plan for catastrophe Associated Press BROOKLYN, Mich. When Jack
NASCAR
NASCAR Irwin Tools Night Race Site: Bristol, Tenn. Schedule: Today, practice (Speed, noon-3:30
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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
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Fugitive arrested in wake of theft investigation
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Fatality caused by undetermined medical event
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Social Security birthday party Thursday in Warren
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Forum overbills Medicare nearly $3M
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Grumps v. Chumps to benefit food bank
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Military mentality: YSU sophomore appreciative of opportunity
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Dead dog had been used for fighting, officials say
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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
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Mahoning elections board boots Boardman liquor option off fall ballot
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Sentencing delayed for former Trumbull man guilty of Ponzi scheme
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: He gets lonely; she won’t commit
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Hess has the edge at QB
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State-prison fair offers soon-to-be-released inmates resources for life
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Roof collapse shutters building
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Teamster leaders accused of unfair practices
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Civil trial begins in Hubbard VFW case
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Live on TV, Little Leaguers hit it big in Valley
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Poland battles in 1-0 loss
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Obama is dismantling America
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Mahoning Co. Habitat earns national grant
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Associated Press Day after day, the war in Afghanistan comes home. The ritual has grown
U.S. needs a strong Europe
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Campbell council to vote on raises for 6 cops
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Judge declares mistrial in murder case
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Officials discuss joint fire district
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Machut to be speaker for Marine reunion
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Marine Corps Reserve Brig. Gen. Roger R.
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Execs: Government should back mortgages
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Nolasco, Marlins stop Bucs
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Dad charged with hitting son with TV remote
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Actress shows her adult side on ‘Melissa & Joey’ series
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Fruit pies: Ripe for the picking
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Motley Crue to take up Ozzfest torch
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