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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., ...
Stories published August 22, 2010
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Niners defeat Vikings, 15-10
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Brett Favre completed one pass and also got clobbered on a sack that lost
Favre done after series for Vikings at 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Brett Favre’s highly anticipated first game back with the Minnesota Vikings
Pirates turning a profit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — To the fans, there’s nothing like a big winner. To the Pittsburgh Pirates,
Hillis pushes for starting spot with Browns
BEREA (AP) — Peyton Hillis bulldozed half the St. Louis Rams defense and bowled over Cleveland
OVI blitz near YSU nets 20 citations
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County OVI Task Force made 20 citations and arrested three
Tigers sweep Indians
DETROIT (AP) — Justin Verlander pitched eight strong innings, rookie Will Rhymes had four hits and
Native American culture celebrated in Valley at Red Hawk Pow Wow
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com BAZETTA Dolores Tapia Santha is proud of the Native American
March Against Crime and Blight in Youngstown on Tuesday
The Alliance for Congregational Transformation Influencing Our Neighborhoods and Seventh Ward
YSU leaders welcome Class of 2014, celebrate university’s growth
Staff Report YOUNGSOWN Administrators, deans, faculty and student leaders welcomed one of the
Mathews school district ranks excellent on state report card, chief says
By JORDAN A. COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA For the first time, the Mathews Local School District
Maughan 50th is celebrated at dinner party
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Larry Maughan of Canfield celebrated their 50th anniversary during a dinner
Wagners observe 50th anniversary at picnic outing
LAKE MILTON A picnic on Aug. 21 at their summer home in Lake Milton was arranged in celebration of
Mr., Mrs. Bartos mark their 50th anniversary
Mr., Mrs. Bartos mark anniversary today at dinner CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bartos of
Family event set for Strobles on anniversary
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Stroble of Boardman will observe their 50th wedding anniversary
Mr., Mrs. Ewanish mark anniversary by renewing vows
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Joseph S. Ewanish of Youngstown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
The Kaloskys celebrate 70th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kalosky of Youngstown celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary and
Dinner honors Mr., Mrs. Valerio on 50th jubilee
CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. Anthony D. Valerio of Campbell celebrated the 50th anniversary of their
SOCIETY DIGEST || Free neighborhood mixer at museum
Free neighborhood mixer at museum YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp., Healthy
Fall fashions to be presented by ABWA Network Council
BOARDMAN The Network Council of Mahoning Valley, representing three local chapters of American
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at seven locations in
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Dad’s health has her worried
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My sister and I are the only relatives with whom my
Junior League of Youngstown remains dedicated to community service
YOUNGSTOWN “Women Building Better Communities” will continue to be the mission of the Junior
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
thursday Daisy Dozen will have a summer social on the garden terrace of the Youngstown Country
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet for a picnic at noon Tuesday at Pavilion 3 in Hubbard
Not all colleges are community colleges, EGCC officials stress
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Just because television and print
Federal agency takes control of Forum Health pensions
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. says
High-tech classrooms, energy efficiency highlight new $38M South Range school
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Greenford A new school has technology almost as smart as
Parent-child beginning swim classes offered
The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is offering classes for parents and children to bond in the water in this beginning swim class.
Dems maintain financial lead over Republicans
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Republican National Committee's $5.5 million in July receipts includes a $900,000 insurance payment, helping boost anemic fundraising by the national party.
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.
Outlook
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
OUTLOOK
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
OUTLOOK
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.
Outlook
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
Outlook
Outlook From a team standpoint, the Wellsville Tigers have no weaknesses. Head coach Dave Skinner
Outlook
Outlook There is a lot of optimism in Poland after the Bulldogs’ impressive 2009 campaign. And
Outlook
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
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK Coming off an 8-3 season and a Division VI playoff game, the Clippers have 16 lettermen
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK The Raiders had a very uncharacteristic season in 2009, going 2-8 and missing the playoffs
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