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First of 33 Chilean miners rescued

First of 33 Chilean miners rescued


Cliff Lee pitches Rangers past Rays

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Cliff Lee pitched another postseason gem and the Texas Rangers won a playoff


Canfield boys soccer team sets school record in 1-0 win

By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com SALEM The Salem Quakers will enter next week as the No. 1 seed


BREAKING NEWS: First Chilean miner brought up at 11:10

Chilean miner rescued


Ohio U.S. Senate candidates split on gays, military, economy

Ohio U.S. Senate candidates split on gays, military, economy


Youngstown school board approves contracts with two unions

Board approves contracts with two unions


LeBron James leaves game, walks to locker room

LeBron James has left the Miami Heat exhibition game against CSKA Moscow and limped into the locker


Chile rescue capsule lowered into mine shaft for tests

Chile capsule lowered into mine shaft for tests


Lawyer cites free speech in Ohio defamation suit

Lawyer cites free speech in Ohio defamation suit


Judge: Stop 'don't ask, don't tell' immediately

Judge: Stop 'don't ask, don't tell' immediately


Campbell school busing proposal stalled

Campbell school busing proposal stalled


YSU coach launches criticism of some players performance on Saturday

YSU coach launches criticism


Cancer survivor stays the course as student at YSU

Cancer survivor stays the course as student at YSU


New Middletown officials asked about 911 response

New Middletown officials asked about 911 response


Canfield girls 11th at district golf

Staff report MASSILLON Medina Highland outdistanced the field to win the Division I girls


Boardman slides in football computer rankings

Sometimes, even when a team does well it’s not rewarded. For example A, see Boardman. All the


Gas prices soar again in Northeast Ohio

Gas prices soar again in Northeast Ohio


Canton man pleads guilty to drug deal tied to Youngstown homicide

Canton man pleads guilty to drug deal tied to Youngstown homicide


Man finds wedding ring in grandmother's garden

Man finds wedding ring in grandmother's garden


Most U.S. homeowners should get relief on winter heating bills

Most U.S. homeowners should get relief on winter heating bills


Former Ohio toxicologist's finding to be tested

Former Ohio toxicologist's finding to be tested


Apparent suicide in Lawrence County Jail

Apparent suicide in Lawrence Co. jail


Two Canfield buses in minor accident

Canfield Two district school buses were involved in a minor accident after dropping students at


Shots fired into Hilton Avenue home

YOUNGSTOWN A South Side woman told police someone fired several shots into her home only a short


Investigation continues into Glenwood Avenue shooting

BOARDMAN The police chief said additional charges will likely be filed in a recent shooting,


Columbiana County jail inmate death probed

LISBON The Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of Amy Fortune, 35, of


Ryan to address U.S. Chamber issues at 11 a.m.

Ryan to address U.S. Chamber at 11 a.m.


Junior League of Youngstown touts the potential of women

YOUNGSTOWN The Junior League of Youngstown will host a service fundraiser from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct.

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Italian Festival proceeds allocated


Arts council plans Ghost Walk 2010


Dress for Success donations sought


Social Security help available

Social Security help SALEM A representative of Social Security will be at the Salem Memorial


ANNIE'S MAILBOX: His rape fantasy concerns her

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wonderful boyfriend of two years recently told me


Diamond Day for girls aims to uncover the gems inside

YOUNGSTOWN In celebration of National Make a Difference Day, A Bridge from Coal to Diamond Girls,


HELOISE: Lost car title causes chaos

Dear Heloise: Here are some suggestions based on some experiences we have had in the past few weeks:


B.J. Alan pulls out of Valley chamber

Zoldan: Humphries ‘crossed the line’ in governor’s race By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com

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Canfield holds off tough Springfield volleyball squad

Canfield holds off tough Springfield volleyball squad By CHUCK HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com

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Arts panel draws on economic potential

By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Theaters, museums, art galleries and the


Group works to pass Campbell levy

By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A group that’s supporting a new levy on the


Hathorn to take responsibility for implementing recovery plan

By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Connie Hathorn, Youngstown schools new

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Warren schools need more space

By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Warren city schools administration hopes to learn


Giles’ league pays off

By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN As league president and the only member on staff of


Steelers eager to get back on field after bye

Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Steelers have every reason to be excited about Ben


Browns turn to rookie McCoy

Associated Press BEREA Colt McCoy, front and center. And don’t trip. The Cleveland Browns need


Prep Volleyball | Western Reserve wins 11th match, beating SR

Staff report Berlin Center Casey Stevens had 17 aces 20 points and nine digs to lead Western


Prep Soccer | Poland hangs on to defeat Beavers

Staff report Lisbon The Poland girls soccer team used a late goal to ensure a 5-3 victory


Top-grossing movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters, with total grosses, for the weekend of Oct. 8, as

Top-grossing movies at U.S. and Canadian theaters, with total grosses, for the weekend of Oct. 8, as


California drains the potty

Opinion: Los Angeles Daily News: The victims of the state budget impasse have so far included the elderly,


Years Ago

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 12, the 285th day of 2010. There are 80 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Bracing for Social Security freeze

Associated Press BOCA RATON, Fla. Seniors prepared to cut back on everything from food to


Kosar: Don’t expose McCoy to Steelers

By STEVE DOERSCHUK The Canton Repository CANTON Time flies. Bernie Kosar blew through Stark


For Steve-O, ‘Jackass’ is about life and death

By Frank Lovece Long Island Newsday Stephen Glover, aka Steve-O of MTV’s stunt/prank franchise


Cordray, DeWine contrast priorities

By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Four years ago, the last time a full term as Ohio’s

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Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Western Reserve Joint Fire Department trustees, 7 p.m., Poland Township


Kasich fires more salvos during Valley fundraiser

By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com BOARDMAN The state government has to “stop being sloppy

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Weak economic growth expected

Associated Press WASHINGTON Top forecasters say the economy will grow this year and next at a


3 economics scholars share Nobel Prize

Chiciago Tribune A trio of economics scholars, including an MIT professor whose nomination to the


Hilary Swank knows her role

Actress again plays a determined woman from modest means in ‘Conviction.’ By Amy Kaufman Los


Stocks end the day flat at start of busy earnings week

Associatd Press NEW YORK Stocks struggled to a mixed finish Monday, just days after the Dow


Mahoning County Court filings

courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Robert J. Newton Jr., 4557 Woodhurst Drive, Apt. 1,


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Winfrey school case ends in acquittal JOHANNESBURG A woman accused of abusing


Endgame nearing for trapped miners

Associated Press SAN JOSE MINE, Chile They’ll come up one by one in green overalls bearing their


Workers hailed for stopping shooter

Associated Press CARLSBAD, Calif. Children returning Monday to an elementary school where a


Canfield and Austintown police calls

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD


BIRTHS

BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Matthew and Nicole Bushling, Boardman, girl, Oct.


Metro Digest | Coats needed

Coats needed WARREN McFarland & Son Funeral Services is accepting new or gently worn winter


HEATHER’S HOPE

Breast cancer survivor from Warren perseveres.

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LOTTERY

LOTTERY Monday’s numbers OHIO night DRAWINGS: Pick 30-6-3 Pick 48-3-9-3 Classic Lotto


New-vehicle sales rise in the Valley

By GRACE WYLER gwyler@vindy.com youngstown The Valley’s auto dealers continued the road to


Additional levies ask too much

Opinion: Additional levies ask too much On Nov. 2, the people of Po- land will be asked to pass a 3.9 levy


Daimler recalls Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Associated Press WASHINGTON Daimler AG said Monday it was recalling more than 100,000 Mercedes-


Obama, Cameron call for probe of aid worker’s death

Associated Press Washington The White House says President Barack Obama and British Prime


Youngstown to participate in ‘Thrill the World’ event

By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ready to dance like a zombie? For the first


Explosives found at New York cemetery

Explosives found at New York cemetery NEW YORK A caretaker doing gardening work at a historic


It’s worth taking a gamble on school reform

Opinion: You ready to roll the dice? That’s really the issue when it comes to reforming education, one of


‘La Boheme’ opera to be staged at Pierce

Staff report SHARPSVILLE, PA. Opera singer Jason Budd will make his directorial debut in this


Rangers and Rays turn to their aces in Game 5

Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Rays manager Joe Maddon spoke matter-of-factly, assessing


Business Digest | Sofas Plus to close

Sofas Plus to close boardman Sofas Plus will close its doors this fall after 11 years of


REUNIONS

East High School Class of 1958 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 20 at Rusty’s on South Avenue Extension.


Phils look ahead to NLCS

Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Spraying champagne in the visitors’ clubhouse after completing the


Husted ready, able to serve as Ohio’s secretary of state

Editorial: When an incumbent office- holder isn’t seeking re-election, voters must ask themselves this question


Girard WR Smith to play

By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Girard After further review, there is no foul on the play.

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Pens topple Devils

Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. Alex Goligoski couldn’t believe his eyes. The New Jersey Devils


Six teams in AP poll top 10s

Staff report That Ursuline vs. Steubenville showdown between two No. 1-ranked teams on Friday


I got the horse right here

Opinion: In 1977, things were similarly gloomy. The misery index under President Jimmy Carter reflected the


ODDLY ENOUGH

ODDLY ENOUGH Name of Mass. town’s sewage boat? It’s not Dung Dingy SALISBURY, Mass. Salisbury,


Johnson sailing to 5th title

Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. A piece of debris clung to the grill of Jimmie Johnson’s car a


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Hold the applause on health care

Opinion: By Nina Owcharenko and Robert E. Moffit Heritage Foundation Last March, House Speaker Nancy


China’s economy holds sway

Opinion: By Eric J. WEINER Los Angeles Times Can anyone talk to China anymore? It’s an increasingly


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 20.40 —.04 Avalon


Another defeat sends Bengals to the brink

Associated Press CINCINNATI Two orange end-zone pylons stood on the floor in front of Chad


Buckeyes face a tough test

Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio State Buckeyes have waltzed through their first six opponents


Giants send Braves’ skipper to retirement

Associated Press ATLANTA The San Francisco Giants won another thriller, again with help from


Gibson leads Cavs to a win

Associated Press DALLAS Daniel Gibson scored 15 points and rookie Manny Harris added 14 to lead


Favre reaches pair of QB milestones

Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Brett Favre has become the first player in NFL history to


St. Elizabeth Health Center plans 3 breast-health education events

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN St. Elizabeth Health Center will have three breasthealth education


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