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Wednesday, October 31 (119 stories)
Phantoms end 6-game losing streak
There were plenty of tricks and treats provided by the Youngstown Phantoms on Halloween.
4-year-old hit this evening while trick-or-treating
A 4-year-old boy was injured when he was struck by a car while trick-or-treating on East Lincoln Way.
Room trashed at Boardman Red Roof Inn
Managers at the Red Roof Inn on Tiffany South in Boardman reported vandalism in a room, which included feces in ice buckets, drawers and the bathtub.
Cornhole tourney Saturday at Howland church
First Baptist Church of Howland, 8957 E. Market St., Warren, will host a cornhole tournament at noon Saturday.
Boehner visits Niles, Lisbon on Sunday in support of Romney
Boehner visits Niles, Lisbon on Sunday in support of Romney Speaker of the House John Boehner will
Chicago-area official drops bullet tax proposal
Chicago-area official drops bullet tax proposal CHICAGO (AP) — The top official in the county that
Time change is good time to change smoke-alarm batteries
Time change is good time to change smoke-alarm batteries
AG seeks outside probe of Mass. drug lab crisis
AG seeks outside probe of Mass. drug lab crisis BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Attorney General
US Supreme Court justices hear arguments over police dog use
US Supreme Court justices hear arguments over police dog use
DA: Grand jury to consider Texas chopper shooting
DA: Grand jury to consider Texas chopper shooting McALLEN, Texas (AP) — A South Texas prosecutor
W. Pa. program set up for veterans, justice system
W. Pa. program set up for veterans, justice system
Tempers flare in NJ city where thousands stranded
Tempers flare in NJ city where thousands stranded HOBOKEN, N.J. (AP) — Tempers are flaring in
2 men arrested in slaying of W. Pa. pregnant woman
2 men arrested in slaying of W. Pa. pregnant woman
Youngstown Phantoms host trick-or-treat tonight at Covelli Centre
Youngstown Phantoms host trick-or-treat tonight at Covelli Centre
Mass. firm tied to closed pharmacy issues recall
Mass. firm tied to closed pharmacy issues recall BOSTON (AP) — A company with the same founders as
Local UAW president blasts Romney ad
Local UAW president blasts Romney ad YOUNGSTOWN The leaders of two local auto unions are
Superstorm Sandy’s extremes, by the numbers
Superstorm Sandy’s extremes, by the numbers By The Associated Press Hurricane Sandy, after
US, EU to ethnic Serbs: You have a home in Kosovo
US, EU to ethnic Serbs: You have a home in Kosovo PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State
Widow: Man who killed Texas pastor mentally ill
Widow: Man who killed Texas pastor mentally ill FOREST HILL, Texas (AP) — The widow of a man who
Judge sentences ex-treasurer of Ohio charter schools to 2 years
Judge sentences ex-treasurer of Ohio charter schools to 2 years
Natural-gas prices going up for some Mercer County residents
Natural-gas prices going up for some Mercer County residents
Central Ohio officials grapple with Internet cafes
Central Ohio officials grapple with Internet cafes
Search for tall ship captain goes into its 3rd day
Search for tall ship captain goes into its 3rd day ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — The search for the
Accomplice in Boardman shooting faces murder charge
Accomplice in Boardman shooting faces murder charge
NJ starts turning to rebuilding after storm
NJ starts turning to rebuilding after storm BELMAR, N.J. (AP) — Debris and damage from Sandy
Police search for Chinese-food eating burglar
Police search for Chinese-food eating burglar TITUSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Eating Chinese takeout in
2 more deaths in W.Va. blamed on superstorm
2 more deaths in W.Va. blamed on superstorm CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Authorities in northern West
Police investigate shooting death of 21-year-old man
Police investigate shooting death of 21-year-old man YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Police are
Police: Teen baby sitter killed by gunfire
Police: Teen baby sitter killed by gunfire PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police in Philadelphia say a
SW Pa. resort gets snow from Sandy; no skiing yet
SW Pa. resort gets snow from Sandy; no skiing yet CHAMPION, Pa. (AP) — Seven Springs Mountain
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will serve a chicken
Super Bingo will be at St. Jude Parish
Super Bingo will be at St. Jude Parish COLUMBIANA St. Jude Parish, 180 Seventh St., will have
Recycle your election signs
The Mahoning County Green Team is asking residents and candidates to gather their standard-size yard signs, metal and plastic only, and take them to the county South Side Annex, 2801 Market St., rear parking area between Tuesday and Nov. 16.
Mobile Meals annual Extravaganza is Saturday
Trumbull Mobile Meals will have its annual Basket Extravaganza fundraiser at 6 p.m. Saturday at W.D. Packard Music Hall.
Drivers beware: Boardman cops targeting violators this week
The police department is supplementing its regular patrols with high-visibility enforcement patrols this week.
Looking back at Mooney’s state title
Players, coach behind remember Cardinals’ 2002 championship run
Romney ads draw fire from automakers
Republican Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign is facing criticism on new TV and radio commercials about the auto industry rescue from not only Democrats and auto union leaders, but from officials with Chrysler and General Motors, which received federal bailout money.
Wolford hints QB move possible
Wolford hints QB move possible By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On Saturday,
Valley lost ‘people’s pastor’ with death of Rev. Simon
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown With the death Monday of the Rev. Lonnie A.
Man shot and killed in Boardman home invasion
Homeowner, another man in custody for questioning By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com
YSU women end season with OT loss to WSU
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown A year after going winless in conference games, the
J-M volleyball all in the family
Prozy hopes father’s knowledge will help tonight By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com NORTH
Hubbard burglary caught on camera
By danny restivo drestivo@hotmail.com hubbard Bryan Singleton had no idea how quickly a hidden
East can fight for respectability
I still remember the crowd. I can still hear the cheers. I still remember the heat. I can still
YSU has meetings on response to threats
Staff report youngstown In the wake of a series of high profile bomb threats at universities
NFL, NBA plan to play on after Sandy leaves mark on northeast
Associated Press With much of the Northeast immersed in the recovery from Superstorm Sandy’s
Millcreek kids learn about money from J.A.
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Xavier Smith, 4, and Micah Ross, 5, learned
Man to be charged in Warren standoff during TV reposession
Staff report WARREN Police plan to charge a man in his early 20s who held police at bay for 40
Defense seeks to suppress evidence in OVI case against fired Struthers cop
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com boardman The defense attorney for a fired Struthers
Sandy isn’t finished, but Mahoning Valley escapes her worst
Water from Superstorm Sandy’s Monday night surge crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge Park and surrounded the former Idora Park carousel. By Tuesday morning, much of the water had receded, leaving the carousel mostly undamaged, as shown above.
Delightful desserts
Family Features Celebrate the holiday season by giving fam iliar flavors a little bit of wow.
Disney to continue ‘Star Wars’ with purchase of Lucasfilm
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A decade since George Lucas said “Star Wars” was finished on the
Heisman for Miller? OSU coming around to idea
Associated PRess COLUMBUS Ohio State coach Urban Meyer refused for weeks to even discuss
Winner of the wing throwdown is ... Finger-lickin' good!
No matter the name or the flavor, wings should all be eaten the same way — in a hand-to-hand combat style where your biggest challenge is licking all the sauce off your fingers.
Teen convicted in Craigslist killings
Teen convicted in Craigslist killings AKRON An Ohio teenager taken under the wing of a man
Dad in Facebook case acquitted of 1 charge
Associated Press CHICAGO A Chicago man who bound his 22-month-old daughter with tape and posted
Look out, deer
Opinion: Look out, deer Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W. Va.: It wouldn’t be surprising if a motorist
Cortland Banks plans job fair
Cortland Banks plans job fair niles Cortland Banks will host a job fair Saturday from 10
Irving and Varejao pace Cavs over Wizards
Rookie Dion Waiters scores 17 points in Cleveland debut Associated Press Cleveland Anderson
Tigers bring back Leyland for 2013
Associated Press DETROIT Jim Leyland insisted throughout the latter part of the season that
New Yorkers find changed city after storm
Associated Press NEW YORK Stripped of its bustle and mostly cut off from the world, New York was
NYSE reopens after superstorm
Associated Press NEW YORK The New York Stock Exchange will open today — because it had to open.
Living under a political barrage
Associated Press SUNBURY, Ohio This is what it’s like to be an Ohioan in the maddening final
Defending champions open by beating Celtics
Associated Press MIAMI LeBron James got his ring, then got cramps. The Miami Heat found a way
Hurricane postpones Little Feat concert
Staff report KENT As a result of the travel complications caused by Hurricane Sandy, the first
AT&T has grand opening for retail store in Boardman
Staff report BOARDMAN AT&T opened a new, 4,600-square-foot retail store at 650 Boardman-
Nasty tactics emerge
Associated Press MIAMI With less than a week to go until Election Day, the nasty campaign
Madonna, Springsteen and Dylan have a common bond Music legends
By Jon Bream Star Tribune (Minneapolis) They are three of the biggest living icons in popular
Academy earns ‘effective’ rating
Staff report youngstown Horizon Science Academy celebrated its effective rating on the latest
Man faces three counts of assault
Staff report WARREN Three counts of felonious assault against Daron Warfield Jr., 23, of Lane
Change coming to Poland schools
Opinion: Change coming to Poland schools The Poland Schools will be different next year. There will be a
It’s business as usual for Steelers vs. Giants
It’s business as usual for Steelers vs. Giants Associated Press pittsburgh Mike Tomlin is too
Just the right mixture
Canfield volleyball team puts it all together By ED PUSKAS epuskas@vindy.com CANFIELD On
Romney, Obama talk Sandy week before vote
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican presidential challenger Mitt Romney edged back into
Man indicted in shooting at tavern in Brookfield
Staff report WARREN Raymond L. Diefenderfer, 32, of Logan Avenue, Sharon, Pa. has been indicted
Happy Halloween, every- body! We’ll celebrate by showcasing five TV examples of that orange,
Happy Halloween, every- body! We’ll celebrate by showcasing five TV examples of that orange, fleshy
US home prices rise in August at faster pace
Associated Press WASHINGTON Home prices rose in August in nearly all U.S. cities, and many of
newsmakers
newsmakers Bieber, Nick Cannon honor teen volunteers LOS ANGELES Justin Bieber, Emma Stone,
Super storm shows power of nature; man’s ability to respond
Editorial: The raw power of super storm Sandy was on full display Monday and Tuesday along the East Coast,
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
Public hearing set on landfill capacity
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A public hearing will be at 6 p.m. Nov. 15
METRO DIGEST || Highly visible patrols
Highly visible patrols BOARDMAN The police department is supplementing its regular patrols with
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Sassy comic goes Disney
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers ORLANDO, Fla. There’s always been something that screamed
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas Maglis, 33, of 210 Reed Ave., Campbell, and
French wine 101
French wine 101 Many valley residents enjoy French wine when someone takes the time to explain it
Battle for veterans’ votes
Opinion: By Linda J. BILMES Los Angeles Times Veterans could play a key role in deciding whether Mitt
Take back family time with quick, simple meals
Family Features Juggling the family schedule can be tricky, especially when you add in homework
Obama ‘cooling out’ voters
Opinion: Confidence men know that their victim — ”the mark” as he has been called — is eventually going to
Lame-duck path to a bargain?
Opinion: WASHINGTON Betting on Congress to do something — anything — is, as Samuel Johnson said of second
birthdays
birthdays Actress Lee Grant is 85. Former CBS anchorman Dan Rather is 81. Folk singer Tom Paxton
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 31, the 305th day of 2012. There are 61 days left in the year. This is
Winning record
Winning record Denny’s Beer Barrel Pub in Clearfield, Pa., is known as “Home of the Largest
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Eastgate Regional Council of Governments, technical advisory committee, 10 a.m.;
Blood drives cancelled
Hurricane Sandy forced the cancellation of three American Red Cross blood drives in Northern Ohio,
Tuesday, October 30 (104 stories)
I-76 at turnpike reopens after tractor-trailer crash
Interstate 76 near the Ohio Turnpike reopened around 11 p.m. after a tractor-trailer accident earlier this evening,
Romney commercials draw fire from automakers
Romney commercials draw fire from automakers LORDSTOWN Republican Mitt Romney’s presidential
UPDATE: Man shot and killed in Boardman home invasion
Man shot and killed in Boardman home invasion Boardman Boardman police are on the scene of a
Youngstown, Campbell and Struthers change trick-or-treat hours
Youngstown, Campbell and Struthers change trick-or-treat hours
Pa.'s US Senate candidates suspend campaign events in wake of Superstorm Sandy
Pa.'s US Senate candidates suspend campaign events
US military deaths in Afghanistan at 2,015
US military deaths in Afghanistan at 2,015 By The Associated Press As of today, Oct. 30, 2012,
Smoldering ashtray sparks Boardman fire
Smoldering ashtray sparks Boardman fire BOARDMAN Fire investigators believe smoldering material
Committee probes White House, failed solar company
Committee probes White House, failed solar company DENVER (AP) — A congressional committee is
Hazardous release in NM sickens 200 near El Paso
Hazardous release in NM sickens 200 near El Paso SANTA TERESA, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico authorities
Carjacking reported in Youngstown
Carjacking reported in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for the armed man who carjacked
Water, fire, destruction: NYC after the superstorm
Water, fire, destruction: NYC after the superstorm NEW YORK (AP) — The massive storm that pummeled
W.Pa. man pleads guilty to missing man's murder in 1990s
W.Pa. man pleads guilty to missing man's murder in 1990s
Fracking meeting set for Thursday
Fracking meeting set for Thursday Youngstown Frackfree Mahoning Valley and the Frackfree
Pot, gay marriage, suicide are ballot-item topics
Pot, gay marriage, suicide are ballot-item topics NEW YORK (AP) — After all the economy-focused
Coast Guard hopeful about finding ship’s captain
Coast Guard hopeful about finding ship’s captain ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — The Coast Guard used
Hearing on plan to add 50 years to life of Poland Township landfill
Hearing on plan to add 50 years to life of Poland Township landfill YOUNGSTOWN A public hearing
Mahoning GOP collecting for Sandy storm relief
Mahoning GOP collecting for Sandy storm relief BOARDMAN The Mahoning County Republican Party is
Texas pastor fatally beaten was ‘man of integrity’
Texas pastor fatally beaten was ‘man of integrity’ FOREST HILL, Texas (AP) — The Rev. Danny Kirk
Fourth day for Craigslist killings trial under way today
Fourth day for Craigslist killings trial under way today
24 flooded houses destroyed by fire in NYC
24 flooded houses destroyed by fire in NYC NEW YORK (AP) — A fire has destroyed at least two dozen
Superstorm isn’t done with Pennsylvania yet
Superstorm isn’t done with Pennsylvania yet PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Superstorm Sandy is heading into
Amanda Fraser | John A. Bizorik III
AUSTINTOWN Amanda J. Fraser of Aberdeen, S.C., became the bride of John A. Bizorik III of Aberdeen
Jami White | Ryan Evans
hubbard Jami White and Ryan Evans, both of Hubbard, exchanged marriage vows during a ceremony at
Tamara Nero | Dustin Socie
LOWELLVILLE Tamara Nero of Lowellville became the bride of Dustin Socie of Youngstown during a
REUNIONS
Canfield High School Class of 2002 is planning its 10th reunion from 6 to 10 p.m. Nov. 24 at Mr.
Holiday food drive will benefit Second Harvest
Eastern Ohio Chiropractic Society is sponsoring a holiday food drive beginning Thursday and
YWCA sets child training classes
YWCA sets child training classes YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA of Youngstown, together with Thomas
Monster Storm
Superstorm Sandy slammed into the New Jersey coastline with 80 mph winds Monday night and hurled an unprecedented 13-foot surge of seawater at New York City, threatening its subways and the electrical system that powers Wall Street.
Sandy generates a rush on supplies in Valley
By Burton Speakman and Jamison Cocklin news@vindy.com youngstown Action began at local stores when weather reports started about a major storm battering the East Coast.
Biden, Clinton praise Obama at Valley rally
Vice President Joe Biden and former President Bill Clinton took turns praising President Barack Obama’s policies, and criticizing the Republican ticket of Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan.
Damper for hundreds: Not near enough seats
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com younstown While former President Bill Clinton and Vice President Joe Biden made speeches to a raucous crowd inside the Covelli Centre on Monday, the scene outside was less celebratory.
First Place Bank holding company files for Chapter 11, agrees to $45 million bid
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com WARREN First Place Financial Corp., the holding company of First Place Bank, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware and announced Monday an early agreement with Michigan-based Talmer Bancorp, which offered an initial bid of $45 million for the company’s stock.
Canfield plays consistent Cards
Before his team practiced on Monday, Canfield soccer coach Phil Simone tried to bribe the school’s volleyball coach, John Tokash.
Roadwork teamwork
A collaborative project among the township, school district and Mahoning County Engineer’s office will allow for smoother traffic flow on the Austintown Fitch campus.
Covelli’s 3Q loss is smaller than expected
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN While the city-owned Covelli Centre had an operating deficit for the July-to-September quarter, it was a lot less than expected.
Lakeview boys not satisfied
If you’re wondering how to put together a district championship soccer team, Lakeview High boys coach Nate Mailach has a simple formula.
DAY-CARE DEATH Charges dropped against caregiver
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN At the request of the Trumbull County Prosecutor’s office, a judge has dismissed charges of murder, felonious assault and child endangering against Sarah Kaiser, 30, of Southington in the death of a 3-month-old boy at a Newton Falls day care.
Getsy Racing finishes up best season with 2 titles
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE Getsy Racing had a breakout performance on Oct. 6, when the Getsy brothers from Lowellville — Jim, Bob and Jeff — concluded the Renegade Drag Racing Association season with two championships and a third-place finish at Thompson Raceway in Thompson.
Shurmur confident after win
Halfway through his second season, Browns coach Pat Shurmur sees dramatic changes in his fledgling team.
VALLEY SCHOOLS Treasurers: Charters, vouchers cost us lots
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN A large amount of taxpayer money meant for public education is being siphoned off by charter schools and vouchers, local school treasurers say.
Steelers crawl back into postseason mix
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger talks constantly about the weapons at his disposal.
Woman arraigned in man’s stabbing
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The fate of a 23-year-old woman who police have charged with the city’s most recent homicide will be in the hands of a Mahoning County grand jury by the end of the week.
Obama plans to reach out to GOP
Opinion: Here’s are excerpts from my seventh interview with President Barack Obama, this one Friday in the
San Francisco found winning formula
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The Giants’ championship formula is a familiar one, just with new
Romney curtails campaigning
Associated Press DAVENPORT, Iowa Mitt Romney juggled politics and Hurricane Sandy’s fury Monday
30 gallons of water per person, two gallons per person per day for one week.
30 gallons of water per person, two gallons per person per day for one week. Canned goods
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 0 Source: Associated Press
Number of games the Kansas City Chiefs (1-6) have held a lead in regulation this season. Their lone
Toyota tops latest reliability survey
Associated Press DETROIT And the winner is ... Japan. Japanese brands took the top seven
Ex-OSU football player pleads guilty
Staff report WARREN Van DeCree, 59, of Tod Avenue Northwest, a former All-American defensive
Refineries scale back; oil prices fall
Associated Press The biggest refineries in the Northeast shut down or throttled back sharply
Storm keeps financial markets closed
Associated Press NEW YORK Stock trading will be closed in the U.S. for a second day today as
Mammoth storm shutters NYC
Associated Press NEW YORK Superstorm Sandy zeroed in on New York’s waterfront with fierce rain
Jets, Ryan sticking with Sanchez
Associated Press NEW YORK Changes might be coming for the New York Jets. Mark Sanchez losing
Ditzler: racino clears hurdles
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The dirt in the empty field on Route 46 near Silica
Syrian regime launches strikes in rebel areas across country
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian fighter jets pounded rebel areas across the country Monday with
Mammograms: For 1 life saved, 3 overtreated
Associated Press LONDON Breast-cancer screening for women over age 50 saves lives, an
Game Time
Game Time Matchup: Lakeview vs. CVCA What: Division II regional boys soccer semifinal Game
No Sullinger, but Buckeyes still optimistic
Associated Press COLUMBUS For the second year in a row, Ohio State has just one senior on its
Analysts: Sandy unlikely to hurt economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Airlines have canceled thousands of flights, stranding travelers
City’s police department gets grant funding
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Office of Criminal Justice
oddly enough
oddly enough Shark falls from sky onto California golf course SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif.
Meyer believes OSU is special
Associated Press COLUMBUS Nine games and as many wins into his first season at Ohio State, Urban
Crowd shows enthusiasm despite Obama’s absence
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Although President Barack Obama canceled his
Hiker dies after bee attack, fall
Hiker dies after bee attack, fall PHOENIX Authorities in Phoenix say a hiker fell off a cliff
49ers, Smith almost perfect
Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. On an almost perfect Monday night for Alex Smith, the San
RG Steel tax forms
RG Steel tax forms warren RG Steel is planning in the near future to issue W-2 tax forms to
Fitch moves up a spot in prep for Iggy
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Playoffs? Yes, we’re talking about
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator Even though President Barack Obama canceled his appearance on
Ohio most likely to tip the balance
Opinion: If there’s a ground zero in this presidential campaign, it might just be the parking lot of a
Concealed carry message
Editorial: Rock Island (Ill.) Argus: Even if voters in Rock Island and Henry County say “yes” adamantly and
Future of the Covelli Centre will not have city’s safety net
Editorial: Unless Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone and other advocates of separating the Covelli Centre from
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers Record Commission, 4 p.m., caucus room, municipal building, 6 Elm
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
columbiana Participants sought for Christmas parade
Staff report COLUMBIANA The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking participants for its
We must be heard
Opinion: By Kathleen Dragoman and Michele L. SIMONELLI Special to The Vindicator The politicians have
Garbage levy sounds like a deal
Opinion: Garbage levy sounds like a deal I read with great concern Gi- rard residents are voting on a
For YSU’s homecoming, events are in abundance
Staff report Youngstown Music and eating contests abound during Youngstown State University’s
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 30, the 304th day of 2012. There are 62 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Helping local family
Helping local family WARREN Councilman Bob Dean, a Warren church and a Canfield restaurant
birthdays
birthdays Actor Dick Gautier is 75. Songwriter Eddie Holland is 73. Singer Grace Slick is 73.
Reba’s at home in ‘Malibu Country’
By Rich Heldenfels Akron Beacon Journal When it comes to TV comedy, Reba McEntire wants to keep
Area Girl Scouts, Goodwill team up for Good Turn Day
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries and Girl Scouts in Mahoning,
Underwood coming to Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Country music superstar Carrie Underwood will return to Covelli Centre
Laying of the Roses
Laying of the Roses YOUNGSTOWN The 21st Annual Laying of the Roses, sponsored by Vietnam
Chuck Lorre: Musings of a sitcom king
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Chuck Lorre — whose hits includes “Two and a
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The 21st annual Laying of The Roses, sponsored by Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter
“Cloud Atlas” encompasses six stories over a span of 500 years and features an enormous
“Cloud Atlas” encompasses six stories over a span of 500 years and features an enormous cast of
US consumer spending rose 0.8 percent in September
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans increased their spending in September at twice the rate
newsmakers
newsmakers Green Day cancels shows, delays tour Green Day is canceling the rest of its 2012 club
Led by ‘The Voice,’ the network has a plan for ratings relevancy An NBC comeback?
Cee Lo Green is one of four mentors on the NBC hit singing competition show “The Voice.” The other
Monday, October 29 (92 stories)
WEATHER UPDATE | Sandy surges seawater at NYC, slams Jersey coastline
WEATHER UPDATE | Sandy surges seawater at NYC, slams Jersey coastline ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.
School districts say charter schools cost them
School districts say charter schools cost them AUSTINTOWN A large amount of taxpayer money meant
PIX TODAY: Idora merry-go-round survives Sandy
The Vindy has been following all reports of the fate of the old Idora Park merry-go-round. It's fate was challenged as it sits right along the East River in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Forecasters: Sandy races toward NJ, Delaware coast
Forecasters: Sandy races toward NJ, Delaware coast ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Forecasters say the
Police: Pastor of North Texas church killed
Police: Pastor of North Texas church killed FOREST HILL, Texas (AP) — A North Texas pastor was
Former Warren football great pleads to drug charges, fraud
Former Warren football great pleads to drug charges, fraud WARREN Van DeCree, 59, of Tod Avenue
Clinton, Biden rally Democrats at the Covelli
The Covelli Centre was the scene for the Bill Clinton/Joe Biden rally this afternoon.
Fla. Sen. Rubio’s daughter released from hospital
Fla. Sen. Rubio’s daughter released from hospital MIAMI (AP) — The 12-year-old daughter of Florida
Md. closes main highway bridge over Chesapeake Bay
Md. closes main highway bridge over Chesapeake Bay STEVENSVILLE, Md. (AP) — Maryland has closed
Crane dangles from NYC high-rise, clearing streets
Crane dangles from NYC high-rise, clearing streets NEW YORK (AP) — A construction crane is
Falcon Mobile Medical unit dedication moved to Friday
Falcon Mobile Medical unit dedication moved to Friday
San Francisco sweeps up after rowdy Series celebration
San Francisco sweeps up after rowdy Series celebration SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Police made dozens of
2 Ore. teens missing in foothills outside Portland
2 Ore. teens missing in foothills outside Portland PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — More than 50 searchers
Woman arraigned today for Youngstown's latest homicide
Woman arraigned today for Youngstown's latest homicide
Maui beaches closed after shark attack
Maui beaches closed after shark attack WAILUKU, Hawaii (AP) — A 51-year-old woman from California
At Penn State, boxer Sugar Ray Leonard recounts abuse
At Penn State, boxer Sugar Ray Leonard recounts abuse
Ohio Catholic college keeps contraception coverage
Ohio Catholic college keeps contraception coverage
14 rescued, 2 missing from tall ship off NC
14 rescued, 2 missing from tall ship off NC ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — A replica tall ship caught
Hurricane Sandy will keep financial markets closed Tuesday
Hurricane Sandy will keep financial markets closed Tuesday
Covelli Centre posts less of a third-quarter loss than budgeted
Covelli Centre posts less of a third-quarter loss than budgeted
Carrie Underwood returns to Covelli Centre in April
Carrie Underwood returns to Covelli Centre in April
The 21st Annual Laying of the Roses in Sunday
The 21st Annual Laying of the Roses in Sunday YOUNGSTOWN The 21st Annual Laying of the Roses,
SANDY UPDATE | Storm takes aim at New Jersey, New York
NASA released this satellite photo this morning showing the monster storm Sandy as it nears the eastern seaboard.
Warren opening citizens’ police awareness program
Warren opening citizens’ police awareness program WARREN The fall class of the Citizens’ Police
Newton Falls reschedules trick or treat
Newton Falls reschedules trick or treat NEWTON FALLS Because of predictions for severe weather
YSU to mark homecoming this week
YSU to mark homecoming this week Staff report Youngstown Music and eating contests abound
Warren leaf collection began today
Warren leaf collection began today WARREN The 2012 leaf-collection program for Warren began
First Place Financial Corp. sells stock, files bankruptcy petition
First Place Financial Corp. sells stock, files bankruptcy petition WARREN First Place Financial
Woman, 7 months pregnant, shot opening door
Woman, 7 months pregnant, shot opening door AMBRIDGE, Pa. (AP) — Police have been searching for
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS First United Methodist Church of Lisbon will sponsor its biannual Christmas auction
Agape Assembly sets Halloween skate
Agape Assembly sets Halloween skate CHAMPION Agape Assembly Church of Warren will sponsor a fall
$1M gift goes to YSU for center
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The James and Coralie Centofanti Center of Health and Welfare for
Eastern US braces for dangerous superstorm
Staff/wire report NEW YORK From Washington to Boston, big cities and small towns Sunday buttoned
Koins for Kids helps children’s hospital
Mahoning Valley school kids literally “nickel-and-dime” their peers to life by donating to Handel’s Ice Cream’s Koins for Kids campaign for Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.
Valley boasts 13 playoff teams
Four to host first-round games By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com A season which began under
‘Dance Moms’ TV show finds rhythm on Stambaugh stage
Abby Lee Miller entered the lobby of Stambaugh Auditorium and the shouts of “Abby!” and “We love you, Abby!” made it clear this wasn’t an ordinary dance competition.
Notre Dame offense glowing under Golson
Associated Press SOUTH BEND, IND. Brian Kelly folded his arms across his chest and shook his
Chances created, woes continued in Phantoms’ seventh loss in a row
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms took more shots, laid more hits and created more
Woman charged in boyfriend’s stabbing death
Staff report youngstown A woman is charged with murder after a domestic dispute ended with the
Trumbull HOF welcomes 12 in 10th class
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy,com WARREN The Trumbull County Sports Hall of Fame held its 10th
Poll favors Brown over Mandel by four points
By DARREL ROWLAND The Columbus Dispatch Sherrod Brown clings to a four-point lead in one of the
Sandy sidelines Obama; Biden to join Clinton here
President Barack Obama will not attend today’s campaign rally at the Covelli Centre, opting instead to monitor Hurricane Sandy, which is currently forecast to make landfall along the Eastern Seaboard later today.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Argo’ finally makes it to top of box office with $12.4M LOS ANGELES It took three
Debt will strangle our descendants
Opinion: WASHINGTON The election eve mood is tinged with sadness stemming from well-founded fear that
‘Parks and Rec’ actor is quite a character
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK If you like Ron Swanson on NBC’s “Parks and
The top five concert tours, artists ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the
The top five concert tours, artists ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the
Black Knights to host holiday party
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police officers past and present will
No mean feat
Little Feat never hit it big, but that’s OK By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The notion
video game review
‘skylanders giants’ Grade: B Details: Activision, for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, $74.99
City faces challenges in filling openings on police department
Editorial: It will be no surprise if the cap of 400 applicants for testing for jobs on the Youngstown Police
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Oct. 29, the 303rd day of 2012. There are 63 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Joseph and Patricia Boland, Girard, boy, Oct. 26. Brittany
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Study: Male Beluga whale mimics human speech SAN DIEGO It could be the muffled
Trying to live through an uneasy economy
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Here was Chas Kaufmann’s life before the Great Recession:
Windows 8 sees scant demand, poll says
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Microsoft bills Windows 8 as a “re-imagining” of the personal-
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Sunay: The Hartford native finished in 35th place at the Tums Fast
Youngstowners lose chance to vote
Opinion: Youngstowners lose chance to vote I am writing in hope of rais- ing residents’ awareness of areas
Hurricane Sandy, storm surge pose a ‘worst-case scenario’
Associated Press KENSINGTON, Md. The projected storm surge from Hurricane Sandy is a “worst-case
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lawrence County commissioners, 6 p.m., Lawrence County Courthouse, 430 Court
Five things you should know if you’re attending the Vice President Joe Biden/Bill Clinton
Five things you should know if you’re attending the Vice President Joe Biden/Bill Clinton rally
With Martinsville win, Johnson takes NASCAR point lead
Associated Press MARTINSVILLE, VA. Jimmie Johnson’s expectations are high at Martinsville
PennDOT finds no ‘ghost riders’ on buses
Associated Press WILKES-BARRE, Pa. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has closed a
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: x6 uK Q J 9 8 5 2 v10 5 w9
SYRIA Collapse of truce shows limits
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s air force fired missiles and dropped barrel bombs on rebel
NYSE to shut floor, trade electronically
NYSE to shut floor, trade electronically new york The New York Stock Exchange and the NYMEX are
Diana Krall’s vintage sound
Associated Press NEW YORK Diana Krall says she felt reinvigorated making her new CD, “Glad Rag
P&G archives follow tastes
Associated Press CINCINNATI Procter & Gamble’s recently retired archivist made a career of
SUPERSTORM | Preparation tips
The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers tips on how to prepare for Hurricane Sandy and other
A matter of trust
Opinion: A matter of trust Sacramento Bee: Mitt Romney has taken flip-flopping to new extremes. It’s not
Longtime suspect to be freed in Patz case
Longtime suspect to be freed in Patz case new york While prosecutors weigh what to do about a
On campus How area FBS locals fared in Week 9
BIG TEN Indiana DL Ryan Phillis, Soph., Boardman SEmD started and made four tackles, including
Dragon ship returns; visited space station
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. An unmanned Dragon freighter carrying a stash of precious
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS; BANKRUPTCIES
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard A. Benchia, 24, of 50 N. Fremont Ave., Apt.
Harvest Fest set
Harvest Fest set Youngstown Kravitz Delicatessen and Grow Youngstown will host a Harvest Fest
1977 KILLING Trial asks: Were suspects framed?
Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa Two black men wrongly convicted in the 1977 murder of a white
Madden says 49ers O-Line is underrated
San Jose Mercury News SANTA CLARA, CALIF. John Madden’s respect for offensive linemen traces
First Presbyterian Church Church steeple inspires community
STORY & PHOTOS BY WILLIAM D. LEWIS YOUNGSTOWN Soaring 175 feet above the corner of Wick
First Presbyterian Church Church steeple inspires community
Soaring 175 feet above the corner of Wick Avenue and Wood Street, punctuating Youngstown’s skyline, is a city landmark.
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WORLD SERIES: Giants win World Series, sweep Tigers
WORLD SERIES: Giants win World Series, sweep Tigers
Biden-Clinton rally time moved up
Biden-Clinton rally time moved up Times for the Vice President Joe Biden/former President Bill
Biden to replace Obama at Monday's rally with Clinton
Biden to replace Obama at Monday’s rally with Clinton President Barack Obama will not come to
Hvizdoses mark 50th with party and vows renewal
LOWELLVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hvizdos of Lowellville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at
Library program gets food for fines
Library program gets food for fines NEWTON FALLS Newton Falls Library is sponsoring a Food For
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have an open installation of officers at 7:30 p.m. at the
SENIOR CITIZENS
Happy Wanderers will meet for their annual carry-in holiday dinner at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at Corner
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY St. Charles will meet at 7 p.m. in the St. Matthew Room of the Ministries Building.
Holiday open house is set at Davis Center in Mill Creek
Staff report youngstown The Shop in the Gardens, housed in the D.D. and Velma Davis Education &
HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY Rose Anita Jeswald
Date of Birth: Oct. 13, 1932, in Youngstown. Residence: Austintown. Parents: George and Blanche
Magic of the Angels’ Christmas is Nov. 17
Staff report BOARDMAN Members of Angels of Easter Seals are planning the 26th annual Magic of
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
Campaigns spend $15.8M on Valley TV
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With nine days to go before Election Day, the Youngstown TV network affiliates have already smashed the record for money spent on political commercials.
Romney tied with Obama
Boosted by a surge among male voters who think he’s the best candidate to fix the economy, Republican Mitt Romney has come back to tie President Barack Obama in battleground Ohio. They are deadlocked at 49 percent in the new Vindicator/ Ohio News Organization poll. Obama was ahead by 5 percentage points in the same poll published Sept. 16.
Be ready to battle parking, rain, wind
If you’re attending Monday’s Covelli Centre rally featuring President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton, you probably should carpool, arrive early and dress for wet, windy weather.
Turnovers hurt as YSU’s skid hits 4
No. 22 Youngstown State turned over the ball and control of its season Saturday, falling 41-28 to South Dakota State in Missouri Valley Football Conference action before a crowd of 14,966 at Coughlin-Alumni Stadium.
Fright night events in Valley mix elegance and eeriness
At least three Saturday events allowed adults to celebrate Halloween enthusiastically in the Mahoning Valley.
YMCA devotes afternoon to arts
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN It was time to develop an appre- ciation of the arts at a place most often associated with developing an appreciation of fitness.
Miller, Buckeyes hop over Nittany Lions
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, PA. Fake. Hop. Dive. Touchdown!
Blonde ambition carries Maplewood
Hartman helps Rockets get back to state after team missed in ’11 By JOE SCALZO
Poland officials hope 4th try succeeds
School officials hope residents say yes to a new levy on the Nov. 6 ballot, after saying no three times in the past two years.
Bulldogs reign over Cardinals once again
By Brandon judeh sports@vindy.com CORTLAND It was almost one year ago to the day that the Lakeview boys soccer team upset Cardinal Mooney in the Division II district finals, ending the Cardinals’ run of 10 consecutive district titles.
Volunteers provide guidance to students
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Brandy Bates and LaNeesha Dixon want to provide East High School students with the guidance they lacked when they were younger and considering college.
Marrow, YCS top Gilmour in playoff primer
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com POLAND Heading into the final weekend of play, Youngstown
Crestview falls on controversial call
The stage was set — and wet. The Crestview boys soccer team was poised for a repeat trip to the regional tournament. The Rebels bounced Garfield from districts last year and were ready to do it again.
Opponent finds fault with Cafaro in Senate race
The Ohio Senate 32nd District, a seat held by Capri Cafaro of Liberty since late 2006, now includes a portion of Geauga County, including the city of Chardon.
Judge races abound in Trumbull
Incumbent Trumbull County Family Court Judge Richard L. James, a Republican, admits that despite his 19 years on the bench, he’s concerned about the challenge from Democrat Sandra Stabile Harwood.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Rock hall of fame honors Chuck Berry CLEVELAND Still rockin’ at 86, music legend
Ryan Blaney 8th in Trucks race
Associated Press MARTINSVILLE, VA. Denny Hamlin ducked under Matt Crafton with five laps to go
Mother pens book on suicide in family
Mother pens book on suicide in family “Afterglow” by Jean Catherine Vaughn shares the story of
5 THINGS TO KNOW
Five things you should know if you’re attending the President Obama/Bill Clinton Rally on Monday at
Ex-Pirate Vogelsong lifts Giants to 3-0 lead
Associated Press DETROIT Ryan Vogelsong escaped trouble three times and Gregor Blanco hit a go-
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney Friday: Blaney qualified 37th for the Sprint Cup TUMS Fast Relief 500,
Superstorm threat launches mass evacuations
Associated Press SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. Forget distinctions such as tropical storm or hurricane.
Poll: Obama years have seen rise in racism
Associated Press WASHINGTON Racial attitudes have not improved in the four years since the
Michigan offense sputters again
Associated Press LINCOLN, NEB. Ameer Abdullah ran for 101 yards and a touchdown and Nebraska
Marines, police prep for a mock zombie invasion
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Move over vampires, goblins and haunted houses, this kind of
Golden Flashes stun unbeaten No. 18 Rutgers
Associated Press PISCATAWAY, N.J. After hugs and chest bumps at midfield following the final
Romney, Obama campaign toward finish line in Florida, New Hampshire
Associated Press LAND O’LAKES, Fla. Juggling politics and storm preparations, Mitt Romney
Officers injured in crash
Associated Press GEORGETOWN, Ohio Authorities say two police officers and a driver were hurt
the vindicator | dustin Livesay
the vindicator | dustin Livesay Make a Difference Day Charde Woods, above left, a junior, counts
Lucas Beggs, 4, of Boardman paints on paper during the Afternoon of the Arts on Saturday at the
Lucas Beggs, 4, of Boardman paints on paper during the Afternoon of the Arts on Saturday at the
Four departments battle fire at Trumbull County house
Staff report LIBERTY Four Trumbull County fire departments fought a house fire at 1758 Wilson
Earnhardt leaves symptoms behind
Fort Worth Star-Telegram MARTINSVILLE, VA. Sprint Cup driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. had a lot of
DUSTIN LIVESAY | THE VINDICATOR
DUSTIN LIVESAY | THE VINDICATOR An Afternoon of the Arts was observed Saturday at the Davis Family
Students threaten to leave university
Associated Press WILBERFORCE, Ohio Administrators at a small, private university in southwestern
DUSTIN LIVESAY | THE VINDICATOR
DUSTIN LIVESAY | THE VINDICATOR Jeff Olsavsky, left, of Coitsville draws using colored pencils
Critics assail ‘dark money’ used in many campaigns
Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS When the story of the 2012 election is written, much attention likely
Bolts look to fix mistakes; Browns look to break out
Associated Press CLEVELAND True to their nickname, the San Diego Chargers have struck quickly
OHSAA rescinds football forfeitures
Staff report COLUMBUS Court documents previously not provided to the OHSAA or Eastern Local
Iraq bombings, raid leave 40 dead
Iraq bombings, raid leave 40 dead baghdad Iraqi insurgents unleashed a string of bombings and
‘A Little Murder’ is lots of fun at SCT
By Stephanie Ottey entertainment@vindy.com salem Salem Community Theater is one of the
Unbeaten Irish top Sooners
Associated Press NORMAN, OKLA. Everett Golson threw for 177 yards and plunged in for the
Ryan in E. Ohio: Obama does not deserve 2nd term has made no case for new term
Associated Press NEW PHILADELPHIA Starting a two-day bus tour of Ohio’s small towns and cities,
Polar Bears brave cold to eliminate Boardman
By WALT DOERSHUK Canton Repository MASSILLON Boardman’s deepest girls soccer tournament run
Warren JFK 36, Clev. CC, 8
Warren JFK 36, Clev. CC, 8 CLEVELAND Warren JFK, which had already clinched a Division VI
Violence leaves Syria truce in tatters
Associated Press BEIRUT A Syrian warplane flattened a three-story building, suspected rebels
One thing I have decided: 2-president event will be cool
Opinion: Four years ago, when Ohio was in the crosshairs of McCain vs. Obama, there was an event here in town
Years Ago
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Bardem provides jolt as new ‘Bond’ villain
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK In one long take, Javier Bardem grandly strides
Does Febreze give odors the boot?
An ad for Febreze Air Effects, which “sweeps away those stale and stifling odors and leaves a fresh
Warren schools chief to speak at event
Warren schools chief to speak at event warren Warren City Schools’ new superintendent, Michael
Poland Schools
Poland Schools Nov. 6 election A 5.9-mill, five-year additional emergency operating levy would
For president: Barack Obama
Editorial: If there is one corner of Ohio that should vote overwhelmingly for the re-election of President
OHIO LEGISLATURE RACES Candidates in Trumbull County districts
ohio senate, 32ND DISTRICT An * denotes the incumbent. Candidate: Capri S. Cafaro* Age: Not
Lack of respect is blot on city
Opinion: Lack of respect is blot on city The city of Youngstown has its good and bad areas, as we all know.
11th District Court of Appeals
11th District Court of Appeals An * denotes the incumbent. For term beginning 2/9/2013
Church accepting food orders
Staff report NILES New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders for
In new 13th District, Ryan, Agana differ on stimulus, auto rescue, Obamacare
Marisha Agana, the Republican challenging U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan, opposes the $831 billion federal stimulus package, “Obamacare,” and the federal bailout of the American auto industry.
Vineyard owners: Wine and fracking don’t mix
Associated Press The hillside vineyards of New York’s Finger Lakes region make money producing
INVASIVE PLANTS
INVASIVE PLANTS McClatchy Newspapers AKRON For about 30 years, David and Carol Wolfe
Get a soundbar with wireless subwoofer for around $200
Q. I’ve recently upgraded my TV from an old rear projection box to a 55-inch Samsung flat panel and
McClatchy Newspapers
McClatchy Newspapers Q. When my 3-year-old son misbehaves, I generally take things away from him
In Wintersville, Ohio, it’s an autumn of discontent
Los Angeles Times WINTERSVILLE, Ohio They gather at this old watering hole every week,
Deadline extended
Deadline extended new castle, pa. The entry deadline for Paint for Peace for the Crisis Shelter
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. One of my favorite childhood actors is Ralph Macchio, from “The Karate Kid” movies. Has he been
record reviews
TONY BENNETT Album: “Viva Duets” Grade: B+ Tony Bennett, on a never- ending quest to improve
Will unions party like it’s 2010 or 2011?
Opinion: Last November, Ohio’s public and private sector unions flexed their political muscles and stopped a
CAREER PATHS, LIMELIGHTS
marketing The Viega ProPress received a B2 Award of Excellence from the Business Marketing
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Philhar-monic Orchestra, 3 p.m.: A family Halloween concert
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Oct. 20
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Panther” by Nelson DeMille (Grand Central) 2. “The Casual Vacancy” by
Author's memories are picture perfect
LOCAL AUTHOR’S BOOK Availability Michael J. Lacivita, a lifelong Youngstown resident, World War
Steelers latest to try and stop RGIII
Associated Press Pittsburgh There comes a moment seemingly every time the Pittsburgh Steelers
TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Portfolio Recovery Associates v. Mary F. Calvin,
Electoral College examined
Opinion: By Joshua Spivak Los Angeles Times The Electoral College is one of the most controversial and
Area bowling scores at a glance
800s Holiday — Adam Barta (805) in Belchyk/Action Plumbing. 700s Amron — John Larson (717),
Starting from scrap
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At a house on Lockwood Boulevard, in a
Cosmetics store teams up with food bank
Staff report BOARDMAN A national makeup brand known for its philanthropic efforts is teaming up
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 25.24 .04 Avalon
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Who is the African-American announcer with the deep voice
Book offers an inside look
Book offers an inside look Husband-and-wife designers Robert and Cortney Novogratz share the
Loans harness bank funds, gov’t aid
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The Alameda Swap Meet in South Los Angeles is about the last place
Airfare ‘options’
By Gregory Karp Chicago Tribune Fliers today can find it difficult to keep their options open
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Township Government Center, 8299 Market St.
Local officials don’t seem as concerned as the state about injection well
Opinion: A salt water injection well for D & L Energy (Uber Well 1 at State Route 82 and Warner Road S.E., a
Area running calendar
OCTOBER Monday — Habitat for Humanity Fright Flight 5K and two-mile walk at 9 a.m. at Centennial
Mission of new bookstore is ... SPREADING THE WORD
The Society of St. Paul has opened St. Pauls Books and Gifts. Location: 926 Boardman-Poland Road
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
US CONGRESS | 13th and 14th Districts
Two candidates are running in the 13th Congressional District race and four in the 14th District.
Saturday, October 27 (88 stories)
Auxiliary sponsors card and bingo
Auxiliary sponsors card and bingo HUBBARD Auxiliary of the Oblate Sisters of Sacred Heart of
OCCHA to mark 40 years of service at dinner Friday
Staff report BOARDMAN OCCHA will celebrate 40 years of service in the Mahoning Valley during its
Youngstown Saxons honor past president
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Saxon Culture Group will honor past president Erna Weber
HandsOn nominees named; award event will be Nov. 8
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, in partnership with WFMJ TV 21
Thousands rally for Romney and Ryan in North Canton
Thousands rally for Romney and Ryan in North Canton McCLatchy Newspapers NORTH CANTON, Ohio
Valley Dems outspend Republicans
Incumbent state legislators from the Mahoning Valley raised and spent significantly more money than their Republican challengers in efforts to get re-elected.
Red Ribbon Week at South Range ends with healthy doses of dance
Wearing cowboY hats, plaid button-up shirts and boots, South Range Elementary students stomped and stepped Friday to the tunes of country music during the annual Harvest Day.
Rebels romp to first unbeaten season
In its first 10-0 season, the Crestview High football team hasn’t faced much adversity.
Playoffs starting early for Penguins
Youngstown State is guaranteed to play four more games this season.
Austintown Fitch enters playoffs in style
Austintown Fitch’s sourdough roll of a coach — crusty on the outside, soft and warm on the inside — was standing just outside the celebratory end zone scrum Friday night, using up a month’s worth of grins after his team administered the biggest beatdown anyone has given Cardinal Mooney in a decade.
Outbreak differs from that in early 2000s, officials say
The multistate fungal meningitis outbreak that had caused 25 deaths as of Friday is not person-to-person contagious as was the bacterial meningitis that caused several deaths locally in the early 2000s, public health officials say.
Teen awarded $100K in assault case
Staff report WARREN A jury has awarded a 17-year-old Cortland girl $100,000 in compensatory
Choffin school faces discipline issues after influx of Career Academy students
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A teacher believes the addition of Career
Thousands line up for Obama-Clinton tickets
Bonnie Leaming of Austintown was first in line at the Covelli Centre to get a free ticket to see and hear President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton at a rally here Monday afternoon.
Port director’s future still undecided
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The politically charged aspects of the Western Reserve
Hubbard police union files grievance over new 911 procedures
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com hubbard Union members from the city police department
Scott, Hubbard roll; Eagles now await playoff fate
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com HUBBARD Trumbull County’s best-kept secret is no longer a
Browns’ Fujita still pondering retirement
Associated Press BEREA Scott Fujita hopes his last appearance on an NFL playing field won’t be
OSU, PSU still rolling amid changes
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, PA. The Big Ten won’t hand out a championship trophy to the
Red Devils win on emotional night
By Greg gulas sports@vindy.com CAMPBELL The Campbell Memorial High football program has had
NHL cancels games through Nov. 30
Associated Press NEW YORK The NHL lockout has forced the cancellation of all games through the
Phantoms losing streak hits six games
By matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSToWN The Youngstown Phantoms dropped their sixth
Blue Devils close with eight straight victories
By ryan jones sports@vindy.com COLUMBIANA Columbiana came into its Week 10 contest with
Valley road crews gird for potential ‘Frankenstorm’
The Ohio Department of Transportation’s District 4 showed of equipment such as this snowplow, which is ready for the upcoming winter season. ODOT’s annual open house was Friday at its Trumbull County garage in Cortland.
Chinese ritual involved the cross
The 1900s saw the ends of things that had existed since the days of Noah, such as kingdoms, and the
Serious issues given short shrift
Opinion: The third presidential debate was supposed to showcase the candidates’ foreign policies. Instead,
Hurricane conjures up nightmares of Irene in ’11
Staff/wire report DUCK, N.C. A year after being walloped by Hurricane Irene, residents rushed to
Casey Anthony asks for change of venue
Casey Anthony asks for change of venue ORLANDO, Fla. Attorneys for Casey Anthony, a Warren
Who does early voting favor?
Opinion: COLUMBUS More than 1.4 million Ohioans have requested absentee ballots by mail since the state’s
Sunday News shows
Sunday News shows Guest lineup Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
200TH YEAR
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Bethlehem Lutheran Church, celebrating its
Economic recovery remains tepid
Associated Press WASHINGTON The latest snapshot of economic growth shows the U.S. recovery
Some remain undecided
Associated Press WASHINGTON Who are these people who still can’t make up their minds? They’re
Pianist to perform several recitals
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The New Music Society will present pianist Avguste Antonov in concert
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 25.24 .04 Avalon
Jury to resume Monday in Craigslist case
Associated Press AKRON An Ohio jury has concluded deliberations for the day in the case of a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Zombie Crawl and “Thriller” dance, 6:30 p.m.: A brigade of
‘Fun Size’ waddles when it should romp
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers It’s funny how the beloved movies of one’s less politically
Muslims mark ‘festival of sacrifice’
Muslims in the Valley and around the world celebrated the holiday of Eid-Ul-Adha or “Festival of
Niles topples East to clinch first playoff game since 2006 season
By Steve RUMAN sports@vindy.com NILES The beginning and end of Friday’s non-conference game
Brown, Portman seek import duties
Brown, Portman seek import duties washington, d.c. United States Sens. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio,
Both campaigns court veterans
Associated Press NORFOLK, Va. The far-flung swing states that have the most sway in the
Bethlehem Lutheran Church | Background
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 388 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown, celebrates its 200th anniversary
Man of Year
Man of Year youngstown Joseph S. Ewanish of Youngstown was named 2012 Ukrainian Orthodox League
Union files claims against RG Steel
Staff report warren The United Steel Workers has released a membership update about what the
Mushroomhead gets a little more serious
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com After nearly 20 years together, Mushroomhead is still
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Oct. 27, the 301st day of 2012. There are 65 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
PAC founder has past tie to Brown
Associated Press COLUMBUS Operators of an Ohio Super PAC behind more than $300,000 in
tea time
tea time St. Michael Orthodox Church will sponsor a Chinese Tea Tasting Day. When: 1 to 5 p.m.
Free dinner/food/clothing
Free dinner/food/clothing Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ, 939 Elm St., Youngstown, serving
Local school districts dealing with huge financial challenges
Editorial: Here’s a sobering reality about public education in Ohio that should open the eyes of voters in the
Preparing for open-carry
Opinion: The Norman Transcript: At the end of the month, licensed Oklahoma gun owners will be able to carry
Democrat Supreme Court justice raises $2.6M
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s only Democratic Supreme Court justice has amassed $2.6 million
Free and reduced meals
Community Action Agency of Columbiana County, Head Start Program has announced sponsorship of the
Madelyn P. Hastings | The Vindicator
Madelyn P. Hastings | The Vindicator From left, second-graders Corin Gump and Madison Marino,
Leaders at YSU honor late professor
Staff report Youngstown Leaders of Youngstown State University’s Annual Institute on Taxation
SV-SM ends losing streak to Ursuline
By Fred Cay Akron Beacon Journal AKRON The curse is over for Dan Boarman. And his Akron St.
Bond set at $200K for man with eight OVI convictions
Staff report WARREN A judge has set a bond of $200,000 for a multiple offender of operating a
Halloween | Trick-or-treat hours and other holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: KENT STATE
Journey to World Series start was long for Giants’ Vogelsong
Associated Press San Francisco Ryan Vogelsong stood on the cut grass at AT&T Park in his crisp
Johnson wins pole; Keselowski at 32nd
Associated Press MARTINSVILLE, VA. Jimmie Johnson’s championship hopes got a boost Friday when
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments this week
Irish ties won’t bind Bucci when ND goes against Stoops
I can’t imagine cheering against my Mountaineers. A 2011 West Virginia University diploma hangs
School-choice forum planned
Staff report AUSTINTOWN The League of Women Voters of Greater Youngstown is having a public
Laying of the Roses
Laying of the Roses YOUNGSTOWN The 21st Annual Laying of the Roses, sponsored by Vietnam
Brandi Brown earns more recognition
Brandi Brown earns more recognition Youngstown Youngstown State senior women’s basketball player
$500K grant will boost Ohio associate degrees
Staff report Columbus Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro said the $500,000 Credit When
Colon settling into guard role
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Willie Colon emerged from Sunday’s win in Cincinnati down more than
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney Friday: Blaney qualified 37th for the Sprint Cup TUMS Fast Relief 500,
YOUNGSTOWN schools Grant for $5K will help educate about domestic violence
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown City Schools received a $5,000 grant from The HealthPath
Kent State, versatile RB Archer visit Rutgers
Associated Press PISCATAWAY, N.J. There was a time when a game against a Mid-American
MCCTC students’ field trip nets ideas
Staff report Canfield Students studying early childhood education at the Mahoning County Career
Grove City alumnus, student place at event
Staff report Grove city, pa. Teams headed by a Grove City College alumnus and a student were
Brookfield completes 10-0 season
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG The Brookfield High School football team wrapped up
Poetry collection is a finalist for award
Staff report Youngstown Etruscan Press, founded by Youngstown State University English Professor
Friday, October 26 (129 stories)
Trumbull grand jury gets case of man charged with abducting boy
Trumbull grand jury gets case of man charged with abducting boy
GOP alleging Obama camp traded pizza for Ohio votes
GOP alleging Obama camp traded pizza for Ohio votes
Amid bumper crop, families could get peanut butter break
Amid bumper crop, families could get peanut butter break
Liberty woman pleads guilty in child-endangering case
Liberty woman pleads guilty in child-endangering case
Ohio State Bar: 'Rapist' ad violates Justice Cupp's pledge
Ohio State Bar: 'Rapist' ad violates Justice Cupp's pledge
Historic event on Monday draws ticket seekers today to Covelli Centre
Historic event on Monday draws ticket seekers today to Covelli Centre
Church celebrates 90 years with event
Church celebrates 90 years with event STRUTHERS Christ Lutheran Church, 250 Sexton St., is
Argus Lodge honors Mason of the Year
CANFIELD Argus Lodge 545 Free and Accepted Masons honored Edwin J. Anderson II, one of its
YMTA recital set at Butler
YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Music Teachers’ Association has scheduled its October honors recital at 2:30
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Covelli expects ‘a full house’ for Obama, Clinton
It isn’t the concert of the year, but a decent crowd is expected to line up outside the Covelli Centre today for tickets to attend a major political event.
Lunne to battle for a Top 5 finish
Earlier in the season, Canfield High’s Emma Lunne’s body wasn’t cooperating.
Hearing on MetroParks drilling yields mixed views
Mahoning County residents were a mixed bag of opinions during the Mill Creek MetroParks’ second public hearing on gas and oil drilling.
Boardman’s cross country success inspires dreams of Columbus trip
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com boardman John Phillips is coaching the most talented cross
GM sales to be up over October 2011
Analysts are estimating that General Motors will sell 200,517 vehicles this month, an increase of more than 7 percent over this time last year.
Woman makes history on YSU police force
Rosemary Marsco is the first female lieutenant in the history of the Youngstown State University Police Department, but she says gender isn’t really part of the job.
Canfield captures volleyball title
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN After losing last year’s Division II district title in
Jackson-Milton has regional date
The Jackson-Milton High volleyball team has earned its second straight trip to the Division IV regional tournament.
NHL’s Bennett works with Phantoms
Staff report youngstown A five-game losing streak had Youngstown Phantoms coach Anthony Noreen
Romney comes back to Ohio
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney contrasted his
CARDINALS RULE
Poland bounced in blowout By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Chalk up the latest
Valley rallies around MVOC effort for good jobs
In a strong show of support for better economic policies and stronger communities from Warren and Youngstown to Columbiana and beyond, the Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative brought about 200 people together at Stambaugh Auditorium on Thursday.
Study on improving efficiency at Covelli nears completion
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An operational assessment of the Covelli
Brown, Mandel trade barbs in final debate
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and his Republican
Penn State gets Big 10 nod
Associated Press ROSEMONT, ILL. Penn State may be favored to rule Big Ten women’s basketball
City students celebrate programs that begin after dismissal bell rings
More than 150 city elementary- and middle-school students marched along Wood Street, chanting the praises of their schools and the Youngstown Afterschool Alliance.
Cavs sign Ursuline graduate Brown
He played guard for Cleveland State The Plain Dealer Independence The Cavaliers have signed
Small ball earns Giants 2-0 edge
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Madison Bumgarner pitched two-hit ball over seven innings,
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Oct. 19
oddly enough
oddly enough Report: Inmate steals cash during jail exit SANTA FE, N.M. A New Mexico inmate on
Head in the ‘Clouds’
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers A work of stunning images, staggering ambition and epic
McGovern left a legacy of civility
Opinion: In retrospect, George McGovern never had a chance. Winning just one state in 1972, his campaign
Falcons seek extended season
For four Austintown Fitch High football players, this weekend had the makings for a perfect storm.
Niece of MLK Jr. criticizes abortion, Planned Parenthood
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Dr. Alveda King has seen her share of trauma in her
Kasich targets tax reform, fracking, turnpike as end-of-year priorities
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Bank-tax reform, an increase in the tax on oil and gas
“mockingbird lane” (8 p.m., nbc): Just in time for Halloween comes “Mockingbird
“mockingbird lane” (8 p.m., nbc): Just in time for Halloween comes “Mockingbird Lane,” a reboot of
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Nosferatu,” 7 p.m.: The classic 1922 silent vampire film will be
Constitutional amendments: Yes on Issue 2, no on Issue 1
Editorial: The polls in the presidential race in Ohio are the best illustration of why the state’s voters
Free meal/ surplus food
Free meal/ surplus food Food 4 Your Soul, 2614 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, formerly Mr. Paul’s
Apple misses 4Q expectations
Apple misses 4Q expectations NEW YORK Apple missed Wall Street earnings expectations for the
Conneaut Lake is the topic of new historical photo book
Staff report CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing Co.’s Images of
Lt. Rosemary Marsco of the Youngstown State University Police Department is the first woman in the
Lt. Rosemary Marsco of the Youngstown State University Police Department is the first woman in the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 25.20 .39 Avalon
Job information to be offered at event
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. Potential students will have a chance to hear from possible
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Oct. 26, the 300th day of 2012. There are 66 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Both campaigns on guard
Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. An election-eve terrorist strike. A tanking stock market. A
FNB reports quarterly gain
Staff report CANFIELD Farmers National Bank reported its 119th consecutive quarter of positive
Businesses complete course
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@yahoo.com YOUNGSTOWN Fifteen local businesses were recognized
Will Obama’s visit energize Dems?
Opinion: To paraphrase The Rock, “Finally, Barack has come back ... to Youngstown.” After about two months
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Last week: The Trumbull County native finished in 39th place at Sunday’s
Jury indicts ex-director of MYCAP
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the
Fundraising will pass $2B mark
Associated Press WASHINGTON The 2012 presidential campaign was expected Thursday to pass the $2
Sales of homes rise 17th-straight month
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio Association of Realtors reports that the number of single-family
Lots to fix despite thrilling victory
Associated Press COLUMBUS In the jubilation that followed Ohio State’s strain-the-imagination
newsmakers
newsmakers Estevez to shoot racing film in Ohio CINCINNATI Actor-director Emilio Estevez will
Johnson’s crew smooth at Kansas
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Chad Knaus was as specific as he could be as he barked out
Warren Philharmonic Orchestra to present a Halloween concert
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN The Warren Philharmonic will begin its 47th season
Dwyer latest breakout running back
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Jonathan Dwyer walked into the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room a
KEITH LAWRENCE
KEITH LAWRENCE Fitch PLAYER FACT: The Fitch coaching staff wanted the Falcons to force five
Mahoning leaders delay action for $250M racino
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners began the
Boxing legend Steward dies
Associated Press Detroit Emanuel Steward, the owner of the legendary Kronk Gym and a standout
Countdown: Stern advises NBA he’s retiring in 2014
Associated Press new york David Stern spent nearly 30 years growing the NBA, turning a league
More SOCCER results
Rootstown 5, Champion 0 CHAMPION Rootstown High won its first district championship, claiming
Windsor House has open house
Staff report CHAMPION Windsor House Inc. offered the public a look at its new 56-apartment
US hits 4 targets in Pacific missile defense test
US hits 4 targets in Pacific missile defense test HONOLULU The U.S. military says it intercepted
Charges look likely in accident fueled by alcohol and road rage
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new wilmington, pa. Police are still considering charges
Romney’s stance misrepresented
Opinion: Romney’s stance misrepresented Rest assured when a polit- ical operative like David Betras accuses
This Week’s Q&A West Branch’s D.J. Dota
West Branch High started coach D.J. Dota’s second season at the helm with three straight losses. But
First-year coaches at a glance Struthers coach Curt Kuntz is one of 10 Mahoning Valley coaches who are first-year coaches at their respective schools. Below is a list of the coaches, along with their
Jeremy McElroy – Beaver Local 2-7 (1-9) Jim Vivo – Youngstown East 3-6 (3-7) *Brian Jones –
Martin’s 214 yards, two touchdowns help Buccaneers stun Vikings
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Rookie Doug Martin racked up 214 total yards and two touchdowns as
Enjoy today in the Valley because tonight it’s back to cold reality
The Mahoning Valley will go from a record-high temperature to unseasonably cold weather and the likelihood of snow showers Sunday night. Weather experts are keeping a close eye on the movement of Hurricane Sandy, as that will determine if the area gets snow — and how much.
Murder suspect’s statement ruled admissible
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A statement made to police by a suspect in
Early release denied for Chance who stole $600K
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A request for early release from prison by Debra L. Chance, the former
West Side man, 71, robbed at gunpoint in home invasion
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for two men
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
Campbell third-graders sing the praises of apples, autumn
When it comes to fall, pumpkins usually get all the press, and the flavor of pumpkin is everywhere.
Mahoning Health Department blasts proposed fund cuts
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County Health Department says it
‘Blitz for Barack’ features NFL greats
‘Blitz for Barack’ features NFL greats WARREN Former NFL greats Franco Harris and Jim Brown will
Ohio baby sitter acquitted in infant’s death
Associated Press COLUMBUS A central Ohio jury has acquitted a baby sitter in the sudden death of
Hodgeses mark 25th anniversary at Hocking Hills
Chad and Tedina Hodges of Boardman marked the 25th anniversary of their wedding with a getaway to
Boardman Community Briefs
Local Church hosts Trunk or Treat Heritage Presbyterian Church, located at 1951 Mathews Road in
Boardman students create memories at homecoming
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Students lined up in their best gowns and tuxedos ready to
Canfield student named merit scholar
Emily Gianetti, a senior at Canfield High School and the daughter of John and Michele Gianetti of
Jenna Gorsky v Jason Colatruglio
St. Charles Church provided the setting for the April 21 wedding of Jenna Gorsky, daughter of John
Poland 10U girls travel soccer makes history
In their inaugural year in the YAYSL as an official PYSA 10U travel team, the Lady Dogs made history
Glass-Bonner wedding set for Nov. 10 in Georgia
Gary and Bonnie Bonner of Poland are announcing the engagement of their son, Adam Lee Bonner of
Author Rick Yancey visits Austintown library
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com More than 100 students piled into the Austintown library’s
SENIOR SALUTE: BAND EDITION
Name: Anthony Calautti Instrument: Baritone Q. When did you start playing your instrument?
Felicia Ciotola v David Drevna
Felicia Maria Ciotola and David Wayne Drevna, both of Canfield, were united in marriage June 23 at
Austintown Community Briefs
Men’s club to host dinner The St. Joseph Men’s Club will host a roast beef dinner on Nov. 10 from
Solano recognized during Hispanic Heritage Month
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Andr s
Poland Community Briefs
PSHS wind ensemble concert The Poland Seminary High School wind ensemble will perform its first
Career center students open restaurant
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Adult Career Center students enrolled in the Culinary
American flags retired properly
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Community members showed their American pride as they
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys soccer defeats Canton McKinley The Boardman High School boys soccer team defeated Canton
Boardman runners win Federal League title
The Boardman boys cross country team won the program’s first-ever Federal League championship Oct.
Hilltop students learn fire safety from the pros
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In celebration of Fire Prevention Month, the Canfield
SOV honors volunteers at Legacy Awards
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Shepherd of the Valley honored local community members and
CARDINAL CORNER: ALEX GEORDAN
Bullying is not a normal rite of passage. It can have serious consequences. We all can help children
Canfield Community Briefs
Canfield soccer defeats Struthers The Canfield Lady Cardinals soccer team improved to 14-3-0 as it
Students build character through martial arts
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Students got more in tune with their minds and bodies as
St. Christine’s students enjoy autumn at Boardman Park
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Students, teachers and parents enjoyed a day of fun
Shepherd of the Valley honors volunteers at Valley Legacy Awards
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Shepherd of the Valley honored local community members and
West Boulevard Elementary hosts tailgate party
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Students, parents and teachers came together to show off
Walmart gives teachers spending money
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Several Market Street Elementary School teachers are headed
Market Street PTA sponsors tailgate
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Market Street Elementary School staff, students, neighbors
Career center students visit museum
Students in the Early-Childhood Education program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
Senior salute: Band edition
Names: Greg Haylett and Casey Kantaras Instruments: Greg: Alto Saxaphone; Casey: Clarinet Q.
North students make football friends
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com North Elementary School students got some one-on-one time
Thursday, October 25 (92 stories)
Buccaneers stun Vikings
Buccaneers stun Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Rookie Doug Martin racked up 214 total yards and two
Giants grab 2-0 lead in World Series
Giants grab 2-0 lead in World Series SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Madison Bumgarner pitched two-hit ball
Two Canfield teams, Jackson-Milton advance
Two Canfield teams, Jackson-Milton advance Canfield will be represented twice in next week’s
Cleveland Indians settle suit over Pa. man's death
Cleveland Indians settle suit over Pa. man's death
Judge: Defendant's statement can be used at his trial
Judge: Defendant's statement can be used at his trial
Obama-Clinton tickets available Friday at Covelli Centre
Obama-Clinton tickets available Friday at Covelli Centre YOUNGSTOWN Tickets for Monday’s rally
Man charged in rape of Ohio teen on her way to school
Man charged in rape of Ohio teen on her way to school
Commissioners to vacate ‘paper road’ at racino site
Commissioners to vacate ‘paper road’ at racino site YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners
Auto sales recovery momentum builds
Auto sales recovery momentum builds YOUNGSTOWN Analysts are estimating the General Motors will
NFL greats, Steelworkers rally for Obama
NFL greats, Steelworkers rally for Obama WARREN Former NFL greats Franco Harris and Jim Brown
Stacie Tackett, Peter Klawitter to wed Nov. 26
Marsha and David Tackett of Canfield are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Stacie Lynn Tackett of Dubai, United Arab Emirate, and Peter Klawitte, son of Seda and Rolf Klawitter, all of Hamburg, Germany.
Miss Rutkousky, to be bride of Alex Amendolea
CANFIELD Robert and Patti Rutkousky of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Church will host free meal Saturday
Church will host free meal Saturday YOUNGSTOWN Price Memorial AME Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave.,
Obama to bring Clinton to Valley
President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton will campaign Monday in Youngstown.
Penguins need to turn on the lights
Let’s start with a moment from National Lampoon’s “Christmas Vacation:”
Steelers’ Miller putting together career year
Ben Roethlisberger stopped by Heath Miller’s locker and decided it was time to throw his tight end’s hat into the political ring.
Donation from BP to cover STEM program
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com WARREN BP is funding a $50,000 initiative to equip
Girard High robot shoots for one more title in Rochester Ruckus
For 14 years, the Girard High School robotics team has used ingenuity and creativity to capture awards from throughout the United States.
Fujita’s season, maybe career, could be over
Associated Press BEREA D’Qwell Jackson turned and looked at the empty chair in front of Scott
Cross country teams growing
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For more than a decade, Youngstown State competed
Beemer gets 15 years to life for the rape of her daughter
Felicia Beemer, captured on a cellphone video raping her 8-month old daughter while visiting her at the Trumbull County Children Services offices, pleaded guilty Wednesday to two rapes and other charges.
Crews battle 3 arsons
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Investigators are still trying to determine who kept firefighters busy
Panda power: Sandoval lifts Giants
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Justin Verlander pawed at the mound with his feet during
Downtown arena to keep Covelli name
The city’s board of control is expected today to approve a $175,000, one-year contract, retroactive to May 1, with Covelli Enterprises to retain the naming rights of the city-owned sports-and-entertainment facility.
YSU soccer team falls to Detroit
YSU soccer team falls to Detroit Detroit The Youngstown State women’s soccer team dropped a 2-0
Death threat made against council
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers Police are investigating a death threat
Incumbent judges face challengers
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two longtime incumbent Republican judges
Students face off in mock debate
Since 1988, eighth-grade students at Holy Family have had mock presidential debates every four years.
NEw this week
NEw this week Chasing Mavericks (PG) A young surfer under the tutelage of a local legend
US suit alleges ‘brazen’ fraud at Countrywide
Associated Press NEW YORK The latest federal lawsuit over alleged mortgage fraud paints an
Fast start carries Mooney to final
The Cardinal Mooney boys soccer team has a key to its success, which — heading into Wednesday’s matchup with Salem — landed the Cardinals in a Division II district semifinal.
Has America come home?
Opinion: WASHINGTON The death of George McGovern on the eve of the presidential candidates’ foreign policy
Job rally planned
Job rally planned YOUNGSTOWN A Rally for Valley Jobs, sponsored by the Mahoning Valley
Fire dept. seeks support of 3 levies
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The township fire department is asking for
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Youngstown: Lemon Grove, ex-landlord settle
The Lemon Grove, which faced a lawsuit seeking more than $20,000 in compensation related to property damage at its former location, has resolved the matter in an undisclosed out-of-court settlement with its former landlord SKA Limited.
Does the vice president really matter?
Opinion: By Julia Shaw Heritage Foundation It’s clear that Vice President Joe Biden and Rep. Paul Ryan
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “All of Her,SDRq feature film directed by Vitaliy Versace. Extras needed; no
Discounted blood analysis at SCOPE
Discounted blood analysis at SCOPE WARREN The Rotary Club of Warren, in conjunction with
No silent treatment for "Nosferatu"
This Friday, audiences can experience “Nosferatu” the way it was intended when it was released 90 years ago.
Zombie Crawl "Thriller" dance will shake up city
The third annual Zombie Crawl will be Saturday in downtown Youngstown, with 14 bars and establishments participating.
Food donation request
Food donation request WARREN The Warren Family Mission is seeking donations of food for its
Local events
today film “After the Factory,” 8 p.m., The Lemon Grove Cafe, 110 W. Federal St., Youngstown;
DaBoondox will again Bridge the Gap
Bridge the Gap, the signature show for Valley hip-hop duo DaBoondox, will return this weekend after
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Halloween party with
Voters should think of needy in deciding on levy renewals
Editorial: With the national economy struggling to get traction after a recession that began in late 2008, and
What did the debates reveal?
Opinion: WASHINGTON What we learned — and didn’t — from the debates: Etch A Sketch, the ultimate retro
5 Elements has a party going on
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When you’re a rock-rap- reggae act, there is no better
Creative Start set to start at YSU
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown State University’s College of Fine & Performing Arts is
New triggers for weight gain
Researchers focus on air pollution, sleep deprivation By Julie Deardorff Chicago Tribune As
Add lemon, not milk, to tea
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. I grew up adding milk to my tea, and prefer
Windows 8: Make-or-break moment for Microsoft CEO
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer can’t afford to be wrong about
Halloween Horror Expo returns this weekend
Halloween Horror Expo returns to Eastwood Expo Center this weekend, with merchandise vendors, live entertainment and — of course — movies.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Lakeview school board, special session, 5:30 p.m., superintendent’s office, 300
NJ teens accused of killing 12-year-old showed 2 sides
Associated Press CLAYTON, N.J. Something struck Toni Fiorella whenever she would see a mother
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Cruise sues magazine for $50M LOS ANGELES An attorney for Tom Cruise says he has
Obama talks 2nd term; Romney targets economy
Associated Press DAVENPORT, Iowa President Barack Obama is confidently predicting speedy second-
GOP candidates in close races disavow rape remark
Associated Press WASHINGTON Just as Mitt Romney and other Republicans had cut into the
Holiday season FILM PREVIEW
The holiday movie season usually brings with it the Oscar contenders. Here’s a look at what will be coming to multiplexes in the next two months.
Trumbull County grand jury indicts 2
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury indicted Paul Wodianka, 42,
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Police: NM man stops car burglar by sitting on him ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Police say
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Oct. 25, the 299th day of 2012. There are 67 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sebring Antiques plans open house
Sebring Antiques plans open house sebring Sebring Antiques and Vintage Jewelry, a new retail
Will auto bailout be the key to Obama victory in Ohio?
Associated Press LORDSTOWN President Barack Obama’s decision to help America’s automakers could
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
3 dead after 5 family members are shot
3 dead after 5 family members are shot downey, calif. Five members of the same family were shot
Pasternak’s goal pushes Lakeview past Canfield
By MARCUS BARKLEY sports@vindy.com CORTLAND There are few things more satisfying for a soccer
DA: Officers’ shooting of man was justified
Associated Press NEW CASTLE, PA. Four city police officers have returned to duty now that a
Phantoms need a boost from medical staff
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms won’t know until later
A five-year, 1.5-mill replacement levy for fire services to raise $904,326 annually.
A five-year, 1.5-mill replacement levy for fire services to raise $904,326 annually. A five-
Truck crashes into animal hospital
Staff report CORTLAND An 80-year-old Vienna man will receive a traffic citation for an accident
Buckeyes’ QB Miller says he is ‘full go’
Associated Press COLUMBUS When Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller first was hurt in
Fed cites moderate growth, takes no new action
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two weeks before a U.S. election focused on the economy, the
GOP is the fraud
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords At my age, I thought I’d seen pretty much everything — and I’ve been
Schools need support to do best
Opinion: Schools need support to do best The Brookfield Local School System, by any criteria, is an
South Range captures D3 crown
Staff report SALEM Before the season started, South Range’s second-year volleyball coach,
Falcons’ season halted
Jackson’s Davies scores off free kick to eliminate Fitch By brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com
Three Youngstown schools, career center earn awards
Staff report Youngstown Three city schools and Trumbull Career and Technical Center earned
Wednesday, October 24 (101 stories)
Trumbull grand jury indicts man on vehicular homicide charges
Trumbull grand jury indicted man on vehicular homicide charges
Judge: Venezuela notes lawsuit should stay in Ohio
Judge: Venezuela notes lawsuit should stay in Ohio
Auto bailout could be key to Obama victory in Ohio
Auto bailout could be key to Obama victory in Ohio
Police looking for man who robbed Subway restaurant
Police looking for man who robbed Subway restaurant
US sues Bank of America for $1B+ for mortgage fraud
US sues Bank of America for $1B+ for mortgage fraud
BP funds STEM initiatiive in Trumbull County schools
BP funds STEM initiative in Trumbull County schools
Gov. Kasich talks about bills pending before lame-duck Legislature session
Gov. Kasich talks about bills pending before lame-duck Legislature session
Niles Health Department offers flu shots next week
Niles Health Department offers flu shots next week
Mother pleads guilty in rape of daughter at Children Services
Mother pleads guilty in rape of daughter at Children Services WARREN Felicia Banks Beemer, the
MVOC Rally for Jobs is Thursday at Stambaugh
MVOC Rally for Jobs is Thursday at Stambaugh YOUNGSTOWN A Rally for Valley Jobs, sponsored by
Youngstown firefighters tackle three suspicious morning blazes
Youngstown firefighters tackle three suspicious morning blazes YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will serve a chicken
Alzheimers support to meet Thursday
Alzheimers support to meet Thursday NORTH LIMA Alzheimers Caregivers Support Group will meet at
Nature’s Serenade
Musician and college professor Lisa Rainsong of Cleveland Heights says her relationship with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History is helping her “teach people to be more mindful of the first musicians — insects, amphibians and birds.”
Vote on racino platting delayed
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The Mahoning County Planning Commission will have to wait another month to vote on the assembly of parcels that will make up the Hollywood Slots at Mahoning Valley Race Course.
YPD puts out the call for potential officer recruits
The Youngstown Police Department is looking for a few good recruits — and they are hoping to pull them from the ranks of city residents, minorities and veterans.
Sept. jobs data offer good news and bad
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Economic figures in the Mahoning Valley continue to have mixed results with fewer people working, but the unemployment rate still dropping.
‘Dance Moms’ site search sets the stage for Stambaugh
“Dance Moms,” the popular Lifetime network reality television series, will come to historic Stambaugh Auditorium on Sunday to film an episode.
Canfield spikes Liberty
The scrappy Liberty Leopards extended the defending Division II district champion Canfield Cardinals to four games before losing their Oct. 13 regular-season finale at Cardinals Gymnasium.
Three vie for commissioner’s seat
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County voters will have a choice of candidates for just one county commissioner’s seat on the Nov. 6 election ballot.
Warren’s Warfield lends message to home
Paul Warfield scored 85 touchdowns in a 13-year NFL career. Yet, he’ll never forget the first time he crossed the goal line as a Warren Harding Panther.
Incident probed by federal agency
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The FBI is investigating possible civil-rights violations in an Aug. 1 physical altercation between a deputy sheriff and a county-jail inmate in the prisoner holding area in the Mahoning County Courthouse basement.
Tutoring program aids Struthers kids
Two students sat across from each other in the art room at Struthers Elementary School on Tuesday and contemplated the task before them.
YSU: Playoffs starting Saturday
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State is treating Saturday’s game at South Dakota State as a playoff game, which is the type of thing that sounds really good when you’re in the midst of a three-game losing streak.
Oh, G-Men: Garfield stuns South Range in semifinal
The South Range boys soccer team wanted nothing more than a district title match with Inter-Tri County League Tier 1 rival Crestview.
YSU raising funds for veterans center
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University is launching the public phase of a $1.25 million fund-raising campaign to construct a Veterans Resource Center on Wick Avenue.
Failure of district’s levy renewal would mean loss of $5.3 million
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown If the 10.4-mill city school district renewal
An issue of vision
Opinion: By Roger R. BLUNT McClatchy-Tribune Fifty years ago the biggest event in human history almost
Candidate debates serve a purpose
Opinion: By Edward Wasserman The Miami Herald I like the campaign debates. I watched most of the
Area teams closing in on playoff berths
Staff report Six area high school teams appear to have clinched berths in the Ohio High School
It’s well-rested vs. well-tested
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Jim Leyland and the Detroit Tigers found out the hard way that
Marlins fire Guillen after only one season
Associated Press MIAMI The lingering backlash caused by Ozzie Guillen’s praise of Fidel Castro
Holmgren: ‘We did not win enough’
Associated Press BEREA The coaching itch never completely left Mike Holmgren, who will walk away
Short-handed Steelers healthier
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Maurkice Pouncey is expected to return to the Steelers’ lineup on
2 teen brothers charged in death of girl
Associated Press CLAYTON, N.J. A teenage boy lured a 12-year-old girl into his house under the
Cavs’ Irving scores 20, but Pacers win, 100-82
Associated Press CLEVELAND Danny Granger, playing in his first preseason game after being
Pittsburgh Symphony returns to area for a Beatles tribute
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will begin its 12th year of
Ohio teen in Craigslist trial: I feared for life
Associated Press AKRON The teenage suspect in the slayings of three men lured by phony
Execution table can support inmate
Associated Press COLUMBUS The warden of the prison where Ohio puts inmates to death says the
Krichbaum ruling: Bilas can stay with Mooney
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A judge has upheld a magistrate’s ruling
Legislators oppose leasing Ohio Turnpike
Staff report COLUMBUS State Reps. Ronald V. Gerberry of Austintown, D-59th, and Matt Lundy of
Backers support early voting
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Supporters of President Barack Obama and Mitt
Informant: NYPD paid me to ‘bait’ Muslims
Associated Press NEW YORK A paid informant for the New York Police Department’s intelligence
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood Ave., Youngstown, clothing
MYCAP celebrating weatherization month
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership celebrates
Apple’s iPad Mini is much pricier than rival tablets
Apple Inc.’s pencil-thin, smaller iPad will cost much more than its competitors, signaling the company isn’t going to get into a minitablet price war.
US could be world’s biggest oil producer
US could be world’s biggest oil producer new york U.S. oil output is surging so fast that the
NY court: Lap dances aren’t art, are taxable
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. Lap dances are taxable because they don’t promote culture in a
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Beyonce, who will be the halftime performer at the Super Bowl, has appeared in a lot of films. And
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TRumbull county BP will announce investment in schools
Staff report NILES BP will make an announcement today about a major investment in Trumbull
Police: 3 killed in murder-suicide
Associated Press LANCASTER, Ohio Authorities in central Ohio say three people — including an
Obama, Romney set sights on Ohio in last 2 weeks
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com DAYTON President Barack Obama painted himself as a leader who has
Fund in memory of murdered student to provide scholarship
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Brandy Stevens-Rosine Memorial Fund will
World Series (7:30 P.M., FOX): Break out the peanuts and Cracker Jack. The World Series gets under
World Series (7:30 P.M., FOX): Break out the peanuts and Cracker Jack. The World Series gets under
Food drive donors can receive Disney on Ice tickets
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Disney on Ice “Treasure Trove,” a medley of favorite characters and
Mathews school board plans executive session
Mathews school board plans executive session Vienna The Mathews school board will have a special
Occupants of car file suit, claiming injuries
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two people who say they were injured in an accident in which a street-
A kinder, gentler Romney
Opinion: It’s a safe bet that President Obama misses the old Mitt Romney — the one who described himself as
Hezbollah rejects international probe in killing
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s powerful ally Hezbollah was accused Tuesday by Lebanese
Police: Retribution possible motive in deadly shooting
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking at retribution for
Public hearings
Public hearings Canfield Mill Creek MetroParks will be conducting the second of two public
Austintown’s O’Nora to work first Fall Classic
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN As the Detroit Tigers anxiously awaited their
Lies being told about attack in Benghazi
Opinion: It was a little much when President Barack Obama said that he was ”offended” by the suggestion that
College price climbs
Associated Press The sticker price of in-state tuition at four-year public universities climbed
Looking in vain for a ‘socialist’
Opinion: Looking in vain for a ‘socialist’ The continuous accusations of socialism against the Obama
For the Ohio Supreme Court: McGee Brown, Cupp, O’Donnell
Editorial: Three Democrats and three Re- publicans are vying for three seats on the Ohio Supreme Court — not
Comedy team blazes a trail down the racial divide Key and Peele
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK As a comedy team, Keegan-Michael Key and
First National posts 3Q profit, will acquire bank
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN First National Bank of Pennsylvania posted
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association, 6:30 p.m., Faith Community Church,
Great Pumpkin Beer Review
Great Pumpkin Beer Review Drinks Columnist Brain Fry takes a look at some awesome Halloween
Warren Township Police Levy Some facts
A 4-mill, continuing additional levy for police protection to raise $279,804 annually. Owners of
Children’s theater troupe to tackle Shakespeare
Staff report BOARDMAN The AfterSchool Players, a new children’s theater group, will present its
MAHONING COUNTY | Candidates
A look at the candidates for the contested race for Mahoning County commissioner and county
Halloween | Holiday happenings
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
Battle of wings
Battle of wings It’s the Battle of 224 — Wing Edition. Who will soar away and who will have the
Getting ready for 2013
Getting ready for 2013 With only two months before they reveal the Burger of the Year, the burger
Dare to scare with frightful fare
Family Features From little monsters to grown-up goblins, Halloween is when sweets truly take
Scare up some fun with a graveyard bash
Family Features Be the ghostess with the mostess this Halloween, and throw a wickedly wonderful
Kravitz Delicatessen Beefed up flavor comes slow cooked
Combinations of meats, breads and condiments can transform an ordinary sandwich into so much more.
Warren Twp. seeks 4-mill levy
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG It’s not easy being the Warren Township Police
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Ozzie Guillen fired as managaer of last-place Marlins
Ozzie Guillen fired as manager of last-place Marlins
Report: Conditions improved at Ohio private prison
Report: Conditions improved at Ohio private prison
47 Ohio school districts cleared in data-tampering probe
47 Ohio school districts cleared in data-tampering probe
Judge: Nick Bilas can continue playing football at Cardinal Mooney
Judge: Nick Bilas can continue playing football at Cardinal Mooney
UAW praises Obama for saving auto industry, jobs
UAW praises Obama for saving auto industry, jobs YOUNGSTOWN United Auto Workers, including Bob
YPD targets vets, city residents, minorities to become police officers
YPD targets vets, city residents, minorities to become police officers
2 Ohio Dems push for public say on turnpike future
2 Ohio Dems push for public say on turnpike future
Restrictions on U.S. Route 224 for traffic-light installation
Restrictions on U.S. Route 224 in Poland for traffic-light installation
BP contributing to STEM curriculum in Trumbull County
BP contributing to STEM curriculum in Trumbull County NILES BP will make an announcement
Kansas governor says Romney ‘looked like the president’
Kansas governor says Romney ‘looked like the president’ YOUNGSTOWN Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback
Valley jobs down, but the employment rate continuing to drop.
Valley jobs down, but the employment rate continuing to drop. YOUNGSTOWN Employment figures in
REUNIONS
Chaney High School Class of 1953 will meet for breakfast at 10 a.m. Thursday at Davidson’s in
Banquet tickets still available
Banquet tickets still available canfield Tickets are still available for the third annual Ethnic
Ohio Cultural Alliance plans two events in Nov.
CANFIELD Ohio Cultural Alliance will have its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Nov. 5 in Our Lady
2012 Valley Legacy recipients announced
Canfield The six recipients of the 2012 Valley Legacy Awards were announced Oct. 11 during a
Camp Ravenna commander speaks at officers' gathering
VIENNA Members of the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys Chapter of the Military Officers Association
YSU launches fund drive for Veterans Resource Center
YSU launches fund drive for Veterans Resource Center YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University is
Economy seeps into final face off
President Barack Obama sharply challenged Mitt Romney on foreign policy in their final campaign debate Monday night, accusing him of “wrong and reckless leadership that is all over the map.” The Republican coolly responded, “Attacking me is not an agenda” for dealing with a dangerous world.
Obama expected to stump in Valley Monday
President Barack Obama is expected to return to the Mahoning Valley, likely next Monday, for a campaign event, according to a source with information about the planned visit.
Zoldan, Kennedy Jr. reunite at fundraiser
As guests milled about a local businessman’s house Monday night waiting for a political fundraiser to begin, the host and featured speaker had a laugh-filled reunion with a mongoose.
Major retailer in Liberty goes green with solar panels
The crowds who come to the Walmart in Liberty Township have little clue about the work being done just above their heads.
Warriors blanked
Using tremendous speed and footwork, the Canfield High girls soccer team dominated Monday’s Division II district semifinal match against West Branch.
Hall of Famer again
In the early 1950s, a sixth-grade gym teacher at Warren’s First Street Elementary School named Clemons Seimdelia did something that Paul Warfield still remembers 60 years later.
Former mayor’s son found dead
The son of a well-known Mahoning Valley officeholder was found dead about 5 a.m. Sunday at the Sleep Inn on Interstate Boulevard.
Giants romp to another W. Series
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Hunter Pence hit a bizarre, two-run double, Matt Cain pitched his second clincher of October and the San Francisco Giants won their record-tying sixth elimination game of the postseason, beating the defending World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals 9-0 in Game 7 of the NL championship series Monday night.
Man gets 9 years for rape
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 21-year-old Salem man convicted in the rape of an underage female family member will spend the next nine years behind bars.
Poland controls pace to advance
By Steve Wilaj sports@vindy.com POLAND Following the Division II girls soccer district semifinal between Poland and Lakeview, Bulldogs coach John Cavalier described the game as a “seesaw battle.
Six vie for 3 seats on Ohio Supreme Court
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Voters have to look toward the bottom of the ballot — past candidates for president, Congress and county positions, even the unopposed ones — to find those running for three Ohio Supreme Court seats.
Miller is ready to practice
Associated Press COLUMBUS In the moments immediately after star quarterback Braxton Miller was thrown to the ground and didn’t get up, Ohio State coach Urban Meyer said he saw an unbeaten season flash before his eyes.
Woman unable to return to work
Nancy Guerini, the Trumbull County Engineer’s office employee who sought donation of sick-leave time to help her battle breast cancer, was not well enough to return to work Monday as scheduled.
Solitary confinement inhumane
Opinion: WASHINGTON “It’s an awful thing, solitary,” John McCain wrote of his time as a prisoner of war.
oddly enough
oddly enough Cafe’s one-way mirror allows peeks into restroom VIENNA An Austrian artist has
Have you seen ‘The Woman in Black’?
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse production of “The
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center David and Maria Klacik, Canfield, boy, Oct. 21. ST. Joseph
Shootings prompt school lockdowns
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Today we’re flashing back 50 years to this week in 1962 — and with the Cuban Missile
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Boardman native explores Americana sound
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The adage regarding luck is that’s what happens when
‘Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever!’ Adults will love Doofenshmirtz
By JOHN BENSON entertainmemt@vindy.com When James Shea was a youngster, he was fascinated by
Time to focus on other issues
Opinion: Minnesota Daily, Twin Cities: After years of media coverage, countless debates in the state
Potential Pakistan pact stirs Afghans
Opinion: By Hafizullah Gardesh Institute for War & Peace Reporting KABUL, Afghanistan Talk of a
Microsoft, Apple to unveil new products this week
Associated Press NEW YORK As the holiday-shopping season approaches, Microsoft and Apple have
Common Wealth marks anniversary
Common Wealth marks anniversary youngstown Common Wealth will commemorate its 25th anniversary
Speaker supports greater equity
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The nation’s health and future are intertwined with
Zombies will dance and dash in Sharon
Staff report SHARON, Pa. The Zombies Attack! Crawl & Sprawl bar crawl in downtown Sharon will be
Judge James has earned another term on the bench
Editorial: When a 9-month-old girl is raped while in the care of the Trumbull County Children Services Board,
Compounding pharmacies put patients at risk
Opinion: By Sarah L. SELLERS AND LYNN R. GOLDMAN McClatchy-Tribune According to the Centers for Disease
Clintons lend hand to Haiti
Associated Press CARACOL, Haiti Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton encouraged foreigners
Staff report
Staff report GIRARD Registered sex offenders in the city can no longer participate in trick-or-
Victim of multiple gunshot wounds dies
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A man who suffered several gunshot wounds last week died over the
School gets ‘Blue Ribbon’ designation
Staff report Berlin center Western Reserve High School has been selected as a National Blue
Brown to introduce bill requiring purchase of American-made goods
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown will introduce a bill in the Senate to require
Lawyer contacts Campbell regarding city’s police dog
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A lawyer has contacted Campbell’s law director
Ads launched for Issue 2
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Backers of a constitutional amendment that would change
Bears hold off Lions to stay atop NFC North
Associated Press CHICAGO Jay Cutler threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to Brandon Marshall on Monday
Ursuline ready to send shivers through Div. V
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN They’re back! Just in time for the Halloween
Obama finds subdued Romney
By BEN FELLER AP White House Correspondent WASHINGTON President Barack Obama came ready Monday
Basketball coach hired in Boardman
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN The board of education hired a new head
Syrian violence spills into Jordan, Lebanon
Associated Press BEIRUT A Jordanian soldier was killed in clashes with armed militants trying
Army tries to force gunmen from the streets in Lebanon
Associated Press BEIRUT Lebanese soldiers in armored vehicles fanned out across the country
Tour de France titles stripped
Associated Press GENEVA Seven lines of blanks. From 1999 to 2005. There will be no Tour de
Warren man pleads innocent to homicide
Staff report WARREN Daron Warfield Jr., 23, of Lane Drive Southwest, who was accused in a
Killer of Niles officer denied parole
Staff report COLUMBUS Like his accomplice earlier this month, Randy Fellows has been denied
Teen’s defense opens in Craigslist trial
Associated Press AKRON The defense for a teenager charged in the shooting deaths of three men
Volunteers help News Outlet review, log political ad files
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In an ongoing effort to reveal the hundreds
Shurmur defends punt
The new owner did not look pleased when his team lined up for the kick Staff report BEREA
Ohio poll has Obama leading Romney by 5
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS President Barack Obama has a five-point lead in Ohio
Steelers cure road woes
Dwyer, Rainey, Legursky stepped up to replace key injured players Associated Press PITTSBURGH
School choice event
School choice event AustintowN The League of Women Voters of Greater Youngstown will host
Public discussion
Public discussion youngstown A free public discussion about the Affordable Care Act, commonly
“We want to congratulate Western Reserve High School for achieving an outstanding
“We want to congratulate Western Reserve High School for achieving an outstanding accomplishment and
if you go
if you go The Croton Cemetery is open every night through Oct. 31 to raise money for breast
Number of acres in the Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Grand River Terraces nature
Number of acres in the Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Grand River Terraces nature preserves.
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer Barbara Ann Hawkins of The Dixie Cups is 69. Director Ang Lee is 58. Jazz singer
Privatizing prisons is a scam
Opinion: Privatizing prisons is a scam As a corrections officer with more then 20 years on the job, I see
newsmakers
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Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 23, the 297th day of 2012. There are 69 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Wednesday
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Foreign policy fireworks in final presidential debate
Foreign policy fireworks in final presidential debate
Man shot last week dies, now Youngstown's 22nd homicide for 2012
Man shot last week dies, now Youngstown's 22nd homicide for 2012
No Halloween allowed for sex offenders in Girard
No Halloween allowed for sex offenders in Girard GIRARD Registered sex offenders in the city can
Fellows denied parole in Niles cop’s 1982 killing
Fellows denied parole in Niles cop’s 1982 killing COLUMBUS Like his accomplice earlier this
Ohio man appeals death sentence for killing 11 women
Ohio man appeals death sentence for killing 11 women
Bill would require feds to buy American textiles and apparel
Bill would require feds to buy American textiles and apparel YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown
New Ohio poll gives lead to Obama
New Ohio poll gives lead to Obama COLUMBUS President Barack Obama has a 5 point lead over
Sean Ungaro, son of Liberty administrator, found dead
Sean Ungaro, son of Liberty administrator, found dead Austintown Township police are
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Family Life Center, 252 N. Broad St., Canfield, is sponsoring a fall auction to benefit
Elizabeth Keffler, Stephen Cannon plan Nov. wedding
David J. and Bonnie Keffler of Canfield are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Elizabeth Nicole Keffler of Boardman, and Stephen Allan Cannon, also of Boardman.
Scarnecchia, Kohl vows set for Nov. 10
CINCINNATI Amanda Scarnecchia and Ross Kohl, both of Cincinnati, are engaged to be married Nov.
Shepherd of the Valley features antique day
Shepherd of the Valley features antique day POLAND Antique appraisal day will be 2 to 4
Online campaign to help Youngstown soup kitchen raises $12K
Online campaign to help Youngstown soup kitchen raises $12K Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An online
TEAM EFFORT: 700 take part in Canfield walk to stop diabetes
The arts and crafts building at the fairgrounds was full, but there wasn’t a craft in sight.
From Poland, the country, reporter gets the scoop on Valley village’s connection
It’s no secret to many Americans that Ohio is a battleground state in the presidential election.
Constitution, redistricting issues draw controversy
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio voters will consider two issues in November that
Kill rates vary widely at Ohio dog shelters
Staff and ONO report COLUMBUS The fate of more than 100,000 dogs impounded annually in Ohio’s
Pumpkins at night excite, delight kids at Mill Creek Park
When children find more than 600 carved pumpkins lit by candlelight and tucked into gardens with tulips, rhododendrons and fringe- trees, it has a specific effect on them.
Farrell returns to Boston staff
Associated Press BOSTON The Boston Red Sox have hired John Farrell to be their new manager.
Steelers find way to boggle Bengals
Associated Press CINCINNATI The top two running backs were gone. So were two offensive linemen.
OSU’s Fields makes time count
Little-used Ohio State junior receiver Chris Fields helped save the Buckeyes with a sliding touchdown catch with three seconds to play in regulation Saturday.
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
Coal industry woes mount
Opinion: The Charleston (W.Va.) Gazette: Misery in the central Appalachian coal basin skyrocketed this year
A new beginning for ‘Happy EndingsSSRq
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. 2“It’s very much a team,” Elisha
Truth vanishes from politics
Opinion: By Steven Michels Hartford Courant The presidential debates usually are tightly scripted and
Foreign policy deserves serious debate
Opinion: If you’re still hoping for a serious foreign-policy debate between Mitt Romney and President Obama,
Youngstown voters should OK charter changes; more coming
Editorial: It is the height of hypocrisy for Youngstown lawmakers to propose an amendment to the Home Rule
Sowing the seeds of our dysfunction
Opinion: WASHINGTON Elections supposedly prevent convulsions, serving as safety valves that vent social
Shooter kills 3 at spa in Milwaukee suburb
A Wisconsin man who had been accused of domestic violence and slashing his wife’s tires took a gun into the spa where she worked Sunday and shot seven women, three fatally, before killing himself, a police chief said.
Juicy J is sweeter than ever
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com These days being a hip-hop veteran likely means your
video game review
‘fable: the journey’ Grade: A Details: Microsoft, for Xbox 360, $49.99 When the Kinect system
Dairy farm safety net dies with bill
Small dairy farmers in the Northeast and Wisconsin say a tough year has been made worse by Congress’ failure to pass a new farm bill before the old one expired.
A dastardly attack
Opinion: By Mina Habib Institute for War & Peace Reporting (MCT) KABUL, Afghanistan “The Taliban are
As stocks soar on Wall Street, more join $100 Club
Associated Press NEW YORK High prices help sell watches, sports cars and handbags by suggesting
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Box-office activity slows for ‘Paranormal,’ Perry LOS ANGELES Scary-movie fans are
With extension unlikely, taxes go up in ’13 for 163 million workers
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama isn’t talking about it, and neither is Mitt
Dish settles with AMC, Cablevision
Dish settles with AMC, Cablevision new york Satellite TV company Dish Network Corp. said Sunday
Chesapeake drops plan for well near W.Va. school
Associated Press WHEELING, W.Va. Chesapeake Energy has dropped a plan to drill a gas well near a
Marathoner revived after dropping dead
Associated Press AKRON A man who was brought back to life after faltering within the first two
Years Ago
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Police: Girl mistaken for skunk, shot
Associated Press FREEDOM, Pa. Police say a costumed 9-year-old girl was accidentally shot
Ohio reminder: HEAP starts Nov. 1
Associated Press COLUMBUS State officials say heating assistance will be available again this
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney Sunday: The Hartford native finished in 39th place at Sunday’s
McGovern dies at 90, left imprint on American politics
Associated Press SIOUX FALLS, S.D. George McGovern once joked that he had wanted to run for
‘Mayors for Obama’ bus stops in Warren
The essence of the Nov. 6 general election is the choice between continued economic growth or the return to failed policies that created many problems and struggles the country is still grappling with, the mayors of several cities contend.
Kenseth wins second race at Kansas
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, KAN. Matt Kenseth won for the second time in the Chase for the
2,109 keep the pace in largest Youngstown Peace Race
From its record-setting 2,109 participants to its countless volunteers and many vendors, the 38th Youngstown Peace Race took center stage Sunday with the downtown and Mill Creek MetroParks on prominent display.
DOG KILL RATES
DOG KILL RATES Ohio’s urban counties Kill rates at dog shelters and pounds in Ohio’s eight most-
District treasurer upbeat on finances through FY 2015
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield School District’s new five-year
Dead man at shooting had on body armor
Dead man at shooting had on body armor inglewood, calif. A man found dead at the property where
bridge
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POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Village voters face 2 renewals on ballot
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN New Middletown village officials are
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Gary J. Goodrick, 37, of 116 School St., Hubbard, and
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Reactions to the death of former Sen. George McGovern focused Sunday on his work promoting peace and
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Police say smartphone led them to hot electronics LEWISBURG, Pa. There’s a reason
Free lunch/clothing
Free lunch/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, hot
One win for “Two Gloves”
“Two Gloves” never imagined his first win would unfold the way it did Sunday at Sea Island.
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday District 6 Public Works Integrating Committee, 9 a.m., Eastgate Regional Council
Nuns on Bus could teach Ryan
Opinion: Nuns on Bus could teach Ryan Last weekend, Paul Ryan staged a photo-op at Youngstown’s St.
OBAMA RALLY | A few figures
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At right, from left, Donna Allen of Poland, Shirley Wichert and Jinny McCreery both of Boardman take
At right, from left, Donna Allen of Poland, Shirley Wichert and Jinny McCreery both of Boardman take
PEACE RACE RESULTS | The top finishers
MEN OPEN 1. Julius Bor 29:54.2, 2. Aiman Scullian 29:57.4, 3. Luke Grau 30:03.5, 4. Ryann
Vogey pitches Giants to Game 7
San Fran rallies two games to catch Cards Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Ryan Vogelsong and
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator The scene at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sunday was ideal.
Girard woman overcomes medical hurdles for race
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On November 2, 2011, Erin Fink gave birth to her
Online campaign raises $12K so far for soup kitchen
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN An online fundraising campaign started Saturday raised more than
Sunday, October 21 (97 stories)
UPDATE: Suspect in spa shooting near Milwaukee had slashed wife’s tires
UPDATE: Suspect in spa shooting near Milwaukee had slashed wife’s tires Associated Press
Forgetfulness pays off for 2012 Peace Race winner in Youngstown
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Ohio again offers heating assistance for eligible residents this winter
Ohio again offers heating assistance for eligible residents this winter Associated Press
UPDATE: Mass shooting suspect near suburban Milwaukee mall found dead
UPDATE: Mass shooting suspect near suburban Milwaukee mall found dead Associated Press
Kollats celebrate 60th anniversary with dinner
canfield Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kollat of Canfield celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary during a
Greens honored with dinner and party for 50th
AUSTINTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Richard Green of Austintown celebrated their golden wedding anniversary
Deleys’ 60th honored with Mass and dinner
BOARDMAN Frank and Mary Deley of Boardman were honored for their 60th wedding anniversary at a
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY St. Michael will meet at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Kaye Smith, will preside. Rev. Gary
Fundraising group announces philanthropy award recipients
YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Shenango Chapter Association of Fundraising Professionals has announced
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall, Logan Way.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, fall leaf tour
Local, federal agencies investigate mass shooting at spa near suburban Milwaukee mall
Local, federal agencies investigate mass shooting at spa near suburban Milwaukee mall Associated
NFP and DEA sponsor Red Ribbon Week
NFP and DEA sponsor Red Ribbon Week The 27th Red Ribbon Week will be Oct. 23 through 31 to raise
700 Step Out in Canfield today to fight diabetes
700 Step Out in Canfield today to fight diabetes By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com
Two large Ohio newspapers split endorsements between Obama, Romney
Two large Ohio newspapers split endorsements between Obama, Romney Associated Press COLUMBUS
Mahoning County ranks among lowest in Ohio in shelter kill rates for dogs
Mahoning County ranks among lowest in Ohio in shelter kill rates for dogs Associated Press
Cuban President Fidel Castro seen in public looking healthy, report says
Cuban President Fidel Castro seen in public looking healthy, report says Associated Press HAVANA
George McGovern, 1972 Democratic presidential nominee, dies at 90
George McGovern, 1972 Democratic presidential nominee, dies at 90 Associated Press SIOUX
50 years later, residents reflect on Cuban Missile Crisis
50 years later, residents reflect on Cuban Missile Crisis
DOWN, ALMOST OUT
Penguins drop third straight By joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com youngstown Youngstown State’s
Race for Senate is study in contrasts
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, said his re-election bid would be a certainty if outside groups weren’t spending more than $23 million to defeat him.
Buckeyes: Guiton it done in OT
Backup QB leads OSU over Purdue Associated Press COLUMBUS The darkest moment for Ohio State and its fans ended up being the brightest highlight of Kenny Guiton’s career.
Pretty in pink
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown First-grader Gabryel McCoy, 6, thought breast cancer was such an important cause that he borrowed a shirt from his sister so he could participate in a fundraising event at Youngstown Christian School.
Group: Levy would keep district’s excellence
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Supporters of an additional levy for Boardman schools say the money is necessary to maintain the district’s academic excellence.
Injured QB ‘doing fine’ after tests at hospital
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller was “doing fine” after being taken to a hospital and undergoing tests in the wake of an injury sustained late in the third quarter of No. 7 Ohio State’s 29-22 overtime win over Purdue on Saturday.
Change comes quickly
If only turning around the Cleveland Browns was as easy as the first-year high school football
Despite thefts, resale mall opens
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com NORTH LIMA A new business opened its doors this week as expected, even after having part of its heating and cooling units stolen.
Bowlen’s hat trick helps Falcons extend dream season
By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Nate Bowlen’s scoring skills made sure the Fitch High boys soccer team’s dream of a perfect season remained alive.
Kids get creative for Spooktacular Funfest
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When she’s not adorned with scar tissue, blood stains and other usual trappings of a zombie bride, Lexie Anderson looks like many typical 11-year-olds.
Hadley’s individual title leads Boardman to D-I team crown
Staff report canton Boardman junior Mark Hadley cruised to the individual title and helped the
Police probe crash
Police probe crash New wilmington, Pa. Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that has one
record reviews
Jamey Johnson Album: “Living For A Song: A Tribute To Hank Cochran” (Mercury) Grade: A Jamey
Saturday’s mid-American Conference football games
Kent State 41, Western Michigan 24 KENT Kent State scored 17 unanswered fourth-quarter points,
Fatal crash’s accident report: Driver had ‘abnormal’ actions
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS The accident report for the Sept. 21 Newton
YSU NOTEBOOK
YSU NOTEBOOK Injury update: Senior left tackle Andrew Radakovich missed his second straight game
newsmakers
newsmakers Drake receives his high school diploma NEW YORK A day after earning his high school
Results of Saturday’s area college football games
Mount Union 51, Otterbein 0 WESTERVILLE Mount Union matched an NCAA record with its sixth
Lebanese on edge after bomb linked to Syria
Lebanese on edge after bomb linked to Syria BEIRUT Lebanese protesters erected flaming
NL championship series
NL championship series Game 6 Matchup: St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Francisco Giants; Cardinals
Chronicles of Riddick: Career-best day lifts ND
Associated Press SOUTH BEND, IND. Theo Riddick is Notre Dame’s smallest running back but Brigham
'Living Dead' musical: Is it good? That's a no-brainer
It appears that zombies are the latest popular culture ghouls-du-jour. Vampires are over and werewolves never really made it. But zombies, well, zombies are everywhere.
Injured Phantoms blanked to end long road trip
Staff report Sioux Falls, S.D. Minus forwards Alfred Larsson and John Padulo, the Youngstown
Bowyer, Edwards in different spots
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Kan. Carl Edwards and Clint Bowyer returned to home track Kansas
Stenhouse steals Nationwide race
Ryan Blaney finishes 11th at Kansas Speedway Associated Press KANSAS CITY, KAN. Ricky
More big ten results from Saturday
Nebraska 29, Northwestern 28 EVANSTON, ILL. The way Taylor Martinez sees it, there isn’t a team
Romney ups criticism of Obama’s plans
Associated Press DELRAY BEACH, Fla. Heading into the campaign’s final weeks, Republican
Obama has failed
Opinion: President Obama said, “If I don’t have this done in three years, then there’s going to be a one-term
The allure of bourbon making
Associated Press LEXINGTON, Ky. They may not be household names like Jim Beam or Wild Turkey,
Doctors mistakenly declared Chicago boy dead, lawsuit claims
Associated Press CHICAGO The parents of an 8-year-old boy have sued a Chicago hospital, alleging
Giant trip: Cardinals forced out west again
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The Giants sure are tough to eliminate this postseason. Barry
Vindy — best source for election needs
Opinion: But the Ryan incident highlights a unique election season for us that will only get crazier over the next 16 days.
Turning the tables: Wilson challenges Johnson in the 6th
Editorial: What is perhaps most striking in sitting down for an hour or so with incumbent Congressman Bill
Furyk, Love lead McGladrey
Associated Press St. simons island, ga. Three weeks after they were on stage together for the
Ryan blasts Obama’s coal policies in Ohio
Associated Press BELMONT, Ohio Republican vice presi- dential candidate Paul Ryan is
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Oct. 21, the 295th day of 2012. There are 71 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Wildcats have Klein time in Morgantown
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.VA. Collin Klein ran for four touchdowns and threw three TD
Both parties see gains in Medicare debate
Associated Press WASHINGTON A little more than two weeks before Election Day, Republicans and
Area bowling scores
700s Amron — Jim Diver (714) & Bob Hernan (702) in Hively’s Sportsman; Jeff Copeland (720) in
Is Fidel Castro near death? Two sets of stories emerge
Associated Press HAVANA The rumor mill surrounding the health of Fidel Castro churned anew
UM reclaims Paul Bunyan trophy
Associated Press ANN ARBOR, mich. Michigan and Michigan State play for one of the uglier
Cross country results
Division I: Malone University, Canton Boys team results 1. Boardman 62, 2. Canton GlenOak 104,
Truck driver abducted on South Side
Staff report YOUNgstown Police said a man was abducted after he tried to prevent his vehicle
Maplewood boys win team title
Richmond, Klim, Kunkel, Pierson win individual district races By Brandon Judeh
Stolen art can be a burden for the thief Masterpiece of crime
By LORI HINNANT Associated Press PARIS The burglars dashed out the back door with seven
Republican hypocrisy exposed
Opinion: “And I love my friend here. I — I’m not allowed to show letters but go on our website, he sent me
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Patrizio Buanne, 7 p.m.: Italian singer with an international
Fall of a titan
San Jose Mercury News TOKYO In the 1980s, Sony co-founder Akio Morita fired a verbal missile
Steelers are looking to break road slump against Cincinnati
Associated Press Cincinnati The seats are dark green instead of mustard yellow. The home team
Programs focus on herbs, health
Staff report Slippery Rock, Pa. Registration is due by Friday for one of the Jennings
Whey’s role grows to feed a hungry world
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel MILWAUKEE Got whey? From infant formula and protein supplements to
Doing business with government agencies
Doing business with government agencies new castle, PA. The Lawrence County Economic Development
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Honors Certification award George H. Denney, court administrator for Youngstown
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. In the late 1990s, I was a college student and a big fan of professional wrestling. I just came
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. What determined which movies in the ’40s and ’50s were made in color or
Writing workshop to take place at Pig Iron
Writing workshop to take place at Pig Iron YOUNGSTOWN Pig Iron Literary & Art Works will have a
Romney is clueless
Opinion: I’ve been asked to outline the reasons why Willard Mitt Romney’s election to the presidency would be
Trumbull group begins its winter crisis heating program
Staff report Warren The Trumbull Community Action Program, 1230 Palmyra Road SW, has begun its
Smart behavior
McClatchy Newspapers AKRON Our homes are getting smarter. Smart technology that automates our
Yes, there are three choices
Opinion: Yes, there are three choices We are in another presi- dential election. We have three choices for
Rookie QBs ready to steal show
Associated Press InDianapolis Andrew Luck and Brandon Weeden are focusing on this week’s game.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending Oct. 13
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Casual Vacancy” by J.K. Rowling (Little, Brown) 2. “NYPD Red” by
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Joyce Randolph (“The Honeymooners”) is 88. TV judge Judy Sheindlin (“Judge
Town-hall-style event to target election issues
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Black Faculty and Staff Association of Youngstown State University
Health plan rankings find nonprofits lead the pack
Nonprofit health plans are leading the pack in the annual health plan rankings from the National
Advice on plasma TVs, noise-canceling headphones
Q. I have seen your columns regarding plasma TVs and every one has been very positive. I am
McClatchy Newspapers
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Because he is afraid of sharks, my fourth-grade son does not want to
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Younger workers facing uncertain economy
Entry-level jobs growing scarce By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Young
For 97-year-old Angelo Cretella, ... Hard work defines his long, healthy life
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator LIBERTY For much of the year, a sumptuous, well-
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center Governing Board, 4 p.m., Mill Creek Community
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Pa. man killed as car spins and hits tree
Pa. man killed as car spins and hits tree FREDONIA, Pa. A Pennsylvania man was killed in a one-
Hey! Gimme back my truck!
Hey! Gimme back my truck! Police said a man was abducted after he tried to prevent his vehicle
Windham and Nelson at the epicenter of Ohio’s Utica shale formation
Windham and Nelson at the epicenter of Ohio’s Utica shale formation WINDHAM In what should be
YSU LIVE | Penguins trail 24-21 after three quarters
YSU LIVE | Penguins trail 24-21 after three quarters.
Police believe road rage led to driver injuries
Police believe road rage led to driver injuries New wilmington, Pa. Police are investigating a
Beaver Township seeing more thefts, break-ins
Beaver Township seeing more thefts, break-ins NORTH LIMA A new business opened its doors this
Accident report reveals some fatal crash details
Accident report reveals some fatal crash details NEWTON FALLS The accident report for the Sept.
School’s Pretty in Pink Day benefits ACS
School’s Pretty in Pink Day benefits ACS Youngstown First-grader Gabryel McCoy, 6, thought
Boardman schools go for additional levy
Boardman schools go for additional levy BOARDMAN Supporters of an additional levy for Boardman
Money will matter in Ohio Senate race
Money will matter in Ohio Senate race U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, said his re-election
Doom seemed inevitable 50 years ago
Doom seemed inevitable 50 years ago IT WAS A RAINY FALL DAY OCT. 22, 1962, IN Youngstown. Dark
Visit Youngstown Nation, buy a shirt, get YSU tickets
Visit Youngstown Nation, buy a shirt, get YSU tickets.
Doctors announce annual shoe drive
Doctors announce annual shoe drive Austintown Podiatry Associates Drs. Karlock, Flauto, and Arters
Group to host holiday fashion show
YOUNGSTOWN The 15th Annual Holiday Fashion Show will be Nov. 7 at Stambaugh Auditorium Ballroom.
HAPPY 99TH BIRTHDAY Mary D. DiIanni
Date of Birth: Oct. 25, 1913, Carbon, Pa. Residence: Poland. Parents: Anthony and Jennie
HAPPY 103RD BIRTHDAY Oscar Ghirardi
Date of Birth: Oct. 19, 1909, in Italy. Came to Farrell, Pa., in 1919. Residence: Liberty Arms
New charge: Auto bailout, Delphi loans benefited Obama, too
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After a report contended Mitt Romney, the
Ursuline overcomes 10-point deficit to beat Mooney for 3rd straight
HOLY WARRIORS Ursuline overcomes 10-point deficit to beat Mooney for the third straight year By
YSU Penguins seeking more big plays
YSU hosts hot Salukis in key MVFC game today By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On
Liberty schools face fiscal woes, possible demise
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com LIBERTY If the board of education cannot make an
Smith captures county record in win
By Ryan Jones sports@vindy.com canfield Howland coach Dick Angle said it best when he
Youngstown dining hall for poor loses donors amid furor over veep-hopeful Ryan
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The president of Mahoning County’s St. Vincent
Liberty Leopards rally to capture AAC
By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com LIBERTY A soft drizzle, falling temperatures, and a conference
Youngstown family avoids fire when nosebleed leads to hospital visit
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A child’s nosebleed may have saved a
Art, music, hometown pride fuse for Foo Fighter of Warren
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Art, music and pride in the city’s connection to Warren-
Brookfield wins battle of the big plays
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BROOKFIELD In a first half full of big plays, Brookfield
Struthers police officer charged with OVI awaits word on license
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com STRUTHERS An arbitrator heard arguments Friday over
Peace Race founder brings Sudanese runners
Djouma brothers plan to run Sunday in 38th Youngstown event By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com
Youngstown man sentenced for tossing body waste at deputies in jail
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 25-year-old city man will spend the
Canfield police, traffic-safety group promote campaign against texting
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield The collaboration between Mahoning Safe
For Oscar Ghirardi, a day so sweet, turning 103
Emma and Oscar Ghirardi of Liberty have been married 74 years. Oscar is celebrating his 103rd birthday today, Sweetest Day, with his 96-year-old wife at Liberty Arms Assisted Living Center. The couple has been living at the center for 15 months.
MVAC breakfast
MVAC breakfast youngstown Mahoning Valley Association of Churches will sponsor the 27th annual
Brown, Mandel fight it out
Opinion: COLUMBUS Political campaigns often include allegations of one candidate spreading falsehoods about
McKinley standout dominates Spartans
By GREG Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Eric Glover-Williams rushed for three touchdowns and
Kokrak 2-under after two rounds; Love tied for 2nd
Associated Press ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. Davis Love III might have found the perfect tonic for
Today’s select top 25 games at a glance
No. 9 South Carolina (6-1, 4-1 SEC) at No. 3 Florida (6-0, 5-0) Time and TV: 3:30 p.m. (CBS)
“The Girl” (9 p.m., hbo): “The Girl” is a new film that delves into Alfred
“The Girl” (9 p.m., hbo): “The Girl” is a new film that delves into Alfred Hitchcock’s dark side. It
Riding with DAVE BLANEY
Riding with … Dave Blaney Last week: Blaney finished 43rd in the Bank of America 500.
Comedy Central ‘Night of Too Many Stars’ shines on one who’s not
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Moments of absurdity are to be expected at the
Manufacturing is topic of discussion
Manufacturing is topic of discussion youngstown The Ohio Aerospace Institute is hosting a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: The Masterworks season
Changes in Windows 8 likely to confuse users
Associated Press NEW YORK The release of Microsoft’s Windows 8 operating system is a week away,
Refinery project is good news
Opinion: Minot (N.D.) Daily News: Construction on the first major oil refinery to be built in the United
Mahoning Valley jobless rate dips to 7% for September
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com youngstown It’s easy to get lost in the maze of
Nothing gets made but money
Opinion: There I was last Sunday morning, innocently reading the paper, when the presidential campaign
Silversun Pickups break new ground on current effort
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Silversun Pickups visionary Brian Aubert knows there’s a
May 4 Visitors Center opens on Kent State campus
Staff report kent Kent State University will officially open its much-anticipated May 4 Visitors
Judge Hunter’s passion for law should be rewarded by voters
Editorial: Mahoning County Court Judge Scott D. Hunter isn’t given to histrionics or judicial belligerence,
KnowledgeWorks Founder is named to ACT board
Staff report Cincinnati KnowledgeWorks Founder and board Director Chad P. Wick has been named
YSU’s Summer Bridge program gets kudos
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown State University’s Summer Bridge program has been deemed by
Boardman marching band plans concert, ‘Cupcake Wars’
Staff report boardman The Boardman Spartan Marching Band will be in concert at 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in
JFK Catholic athletic hall of fame inducts 16
Staff report Warren Sixteen people were inducted last week into the John F. Kennedy Catholic
Early deficit dooms Girard as Jefferson helps playoff odds
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com GIRARD After falling behind early, the Girard High School
More Prep sports results
VOLLEYBALL South Range 22-25-25-25 Aquinas 25-16-14-23 SALEM Stevie Taylor led the way in
On the links
On the links Friday’s other professional golf results HANABANK CHAMPIONSHIP INCHEON, SOUTH
‘Perversion files’ draw interest
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. The online release of files showing the Boy Scouts of America’s
Woman who stole $600K wants out of jail early
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The woman who stole more than $600,000 from the Honda Store in Boardman,
Labor tries new tactic
Associated Press TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. It’s hardly a return to the Depression era, when company
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor William Christopher (”M.A.S.H.”) is 80. Rockabilly singer Wanda Jackson is 75.
Phantoms drop 4th straight
Staff report Sioux City, iowa The Youngstown Phantoms’ road woes continued Friday night against
Locals ousted in first round in state tennis
By Matthew Peaslee peaslee@vindy.com Both the doubles team from Cardinal Mooney and Allison
Browns’ Pinkston hospitalized with clots in lungs
Associated Press berea A stirring week for the Cleveland Browns has turned sobering. Starting
Zimmerman defense can see records, judge rules
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. A judge ruled Friday that attorneys for a Florida neighborhood-
Elections chief seeks end to ballot order
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s elections chief wants to see a judge’s order requiring the
Research: Boys going through puberty earlier
Associated Press CHICAGO When it comes to the birds and the bees, some parents may want to have
Veteran Maumee mayor cites health in resignation
Associated Press TOLEDO The veteran mayor of a northwest Ohio city has resigned. Maumee Mayor
Kahne qualifies on pole at Kansas
Associated Press Kansas City, KAN. Every championship contender knew that starting position
Top security official among dead in blast
Top security official among dead in blast BEIRUT A powerful car bomb tore through the heart of
MAHONING COUNTY GRAND JURY | This week’s indictments
John Pinkerton, 19, Boxwood Avenue, Beloit, theft. Sophia Derobbio, 32, Southern Boulevard,
Here’s a tip: Carson Williams’ TD clinches victory
By Steve wilaj sports@vindy.com McDONALD Standing 6-foot-1 and weighing 280 pounds, McDonald
GOP pounces after news of CIA report on Libya raid
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sensing a moment of political vulnerability on national security,
Kehres out to pass Bryant’s coaching wins
Associated Press Alliance Larry Kehres, coach of NCAA Division III powerhouse Mount Union, will
Food distributor files lawsuit against local grocer Nemenz
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Longtime grocer Henry Nemenz, owner of two
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Nelson and Erin Navarro, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 18. Woodrow
Steelers rallying around Taylor
Associated Press Pittsburgh Ike Taylor’s skin — the figurative kind — has grown thick over a
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark A. Pecchia, 26, of 3824 Mercedes Place,
OSU looking for help on defense
Associated Press COLUMBUS Neither Ohio State’s Urban Meyer nor Purdue’s Danny Hope can trust
BrIDGE WEEKLY QUIZ
BrIDGE WEEKLY QUIZ Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: xQ J uA 9 4 vA K 6 4 2 w10 8 3
Distress panel tours East High, endorses renewal levy on ballot
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The city schools Academic Distress Com-
news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla.; Chicago
Pakistani girl improving after shooting, doctors say
Associated Press LONDON The British hospital treating a 15-year-old Pakistani girl shot in the
FAMILY OF FAITH
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com campbell Wherever you look in St. John the Baptist
HIGH HONORS
Phantoms’ Cangelosi, Stenglein selected to represent Team USA in Junior A Challenge Staff report
Canfield grad is Akron homecoming king
Staff report Akron Canfield High School graduate Anthony Stratis was crowned Homecoming King at
Today in history
Today is Saturday, Oct. 20, the 294th day of 2012. There are 72 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Place faith in Jesus for help
Sometimes it seems like Jesus will never get around to helping you with your troubles. You have
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Oct.
Streets close for race
Streets close for race Youngstown Several downtown streets will be closed from 8 a.m. to 2:30
Penn State Behrend awards undergrad research fellowships
Staff report Erie, pa. Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, has awarded undergraduate fall
newsmakers
newsmakers Fans upset over guns at Madonna concert DENVER Some Colorado fans are upset after
Stewart, Struthers steamroll Red Dragons
By Steve ruman sports@vindy.com NILES After having faced Hubbard’s Larry Scott and Howland’s
Bulldogs celebrate seniors, Brungard with win
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com POLAND Austin Rehkow, a high school kicker from
Harding blanks Bedford for LEL championship
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com WARREN As Week 9 of the high school football season came to
Zito turns back clock to keep Giants alive
Associated Press ST. LOUIS The San Francisco Giants waited quite a while for this kind of
Friday, October 19 (143 stories)
Struthers officer fired over OVI charge awaits decision on license
An arbitrator heard arguments Friday over whether a fired Struthers police officer should be reinstated, and the officer may learn soon whether his driver’s license will be suspended.
Youngstown street dept., driver being sued in crash
A woman and a man who say they were injured in an accident in which a street department truck caused a utility pole and wire to crash onto their car have sued the city and its truck driver for more than $50,000.
Woman who stole $600K from Honda dealership seeks early release from prison
Woman seeks early release from prison
KOKRAK LIVE: Kokrak finishes tied for 27th after another round in 60s
Kokrak finishes tied for 27th place
Soup kitchen takes financial hit after Ryan photo-op flap
Soup kitchen takes financial hit after Ryan photo-op flap
Ohio teen says older man kept close watch on him in Craigslist trial
Ohio teen says older man kept close watch on him in Craigslist trial
Kent State to open visitors center on 1970 shootings
Kent State to open visitors center on 1970 shootings
OSHP will participate in National School Bus Safety week
OSHP will participate in National School Bus Safety Week
Suspected burglar killed during Ohio home invasion
Suspected burglar killed during Ohio home invasion
Family of Ohio woman killed by police files lawsuit
Family of Ohio woman killed by police files lawsuit
Man gets 5-year-prison for throwing bodily fluids at Mahoning deputies
Man gets 5-year-prison for throwing bodily fluids at Mahoning deputies
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Goldwing Road Riders Association Chapter M will have its monthly gathering Oct. 27 at
LOUIE TODAY: Ken Salazar; 'Day America Died' author; Editor Todd
Vindy Editor Todd Franko co-hosts today with Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner. They'll review the week's news, argue over the political climate and look forward to Sunday's Vindicator.
School sophomores serve dinner today
School sophomores serve dinner today Columbiana The sophomore class at Heartland Christian
Halloween concert Saturday will benefit animal sanctuary
AbelWeenFest, a live music event, will be Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. at The Union Hall, 547 Prospect St.
Bailout, Delphi take center stage in Romney charge in 'Nation'
A left-wing magazine contends Mitt Romney, the Republican presidential nominee, and his wife, Ann, made at least $15.3 mil- lion from the auto bailout and federal loans given to Delphi.
Peace Race founder eyes change in payout system
Forgive Jack Cessna’s sensitivity about the Youngstown Peace Race.
Private prison owner CCA appeals ruling on Youngstown tax
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A private-prison owner is appealing a judge’s
Mahoning Valley physician Albani named national family doc of year
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Boardman doctor has been named the
Boardman sophomore’s hat trick too much for Fitch to overcome
The Boardman sophomore’s hat trick is too much for Fitch to overcome
Math, music mix motivate teens at YSU festival
Traveling performers showed high school students that math can be fun when paired with humor and catchy tunes.
Solo act: Canfield ace back at state
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com CANFIELD This time, the celebration was more subdued. No
Penguins find selves at crossroads
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State senior center Mark Pratt got back
Niles council prohibits brine injection wells
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES City council unanimously has voted to prohibit the
Breast-cancer fundraiser tonight features bars & bras
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Firefighters Union Local
Kokrak continues strong play at McGladrey Classic
Associated Press ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA. Fresh off his best finish of the season, Warren native
Judge D’Apolito gives jail time to 4 in wine shoppe robbery
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Four men convicted of multiple charges in
Niles man with 7 OVI convictions pleads guilty
Staff report WARREN John H. Buck Jr., 42, of Mahoning Avenue in Niles has pleaded guilty to two
YSU union donates supplies to Kirkmere students, teachers
Amya Moody, left, and Antonia Wilson compare school supplies they received Thursday from the Association of Classified Employees at Youngstown State University. Sixty Kirkmere fourth- and fifth-graders received the items.
Today in history
Today is Friday, Oct. 19, the 293rd day of 2012. There are 73 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Hyde latest in line of big OSU backs
Associated Press COLUMBUS This sure wasn’t the offense a lot of people expected out of Ohio
Scouts release ‘perversion files’
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. An array of local authorities — police chiefs, prosecutors,
Wainwright pitches Cards past Giants
Associated Press st. louis Adam Wainwright threw seven innings of four-hit ball and the St.
Gasoline prices begin to slide
Gasoline prices begin to slide NEW YORK Gasoline prices have begun their seasonal slide.
Tigers complete sweep in style
Detroit wins its second pennant in seven years Associated Press detroit Prince Fielder waved
Second US Senate debate marked by personal jabs
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown said his Republican
Phantoms’ offense fizzles against Force
Staff report FARGO, N.D. The Youngstown Phantoms’ struggles on the power play continued on
Niles BOE focuses on deficit fears
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES A forecast of seven-figure deficits and concerns about
Study: 3.4 percent of US adults are LGBT
Study: 3.4 percent of US adults are LGBT NEW YORK A new Gallup survey, touted as the largest of
Obama rejects Benghazi criticism
Associated Press NEW YORK President Barack Obama on Thursday rejected criticism that his
Agreement reached on mineral rights
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com youngstown Some of the residents who live within the
This week’s Q&A Fitch’s Phil Annarella
Austintown Fitch stands seventh in the Division I, Region 1 computer ratings on the strength of a
A lot on the line for Irish, Cards
Last Friday, Larry Kempe was walking outside Stambaugh Stadium after Ursuline’s big win over Erie
Steelers rookie Adams learning on fly
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Mike Adams was standing on the sideline, minding his own business
Save $20K with steam, Mahoning leaders told
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County immediately should switch
Polivka faces challenge from Republican farmer
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Despite having served as a Trumbull County commissioner
HBO Films ‘Girl’ makes for ‘Good Evening’
IF YOU WATCH What: “The Girl” Where: HBO When: 9 p.m. Saturday Starring: Sienna Miller, Toby
YSU news & Notes
YSU news & Notes Gimme a break: Senior running back Jamaine Cook rushed for a season-high 177
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Michael Gambon is 72. Actor John Lithgow is 67. Singer Jeannie C. Riley is 67.
Woman indicted in death of pedestrian
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury has indicted a city woman on
Huntington reports profit of $167 million
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Huntington National Bank, bolstered by its
Firefighters hold out hope for extension of $4.9M grant
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN About 20 firefighters have an uncertain future as they
Strumming up Votes in Ohio
Associated Press PARMA Only Bruce Springsteen could turn former President Bill Clinton into the
“nikita” (9 p.m., The CW): Ding-dong, Percy is dead, but “Nikita” is still
“nikita” (9 p.m., The CW): Ding-dong, Percy is dead, but “Nikita” is still roiling with danger. Now
Singing star Buanne won’t tamper with success International star at Stambaugh
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com International singing sensation Patrizio Buanne has been
Businesses showcase their products at event
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com BOARDMAN A steady crowd came through to test the wares
A new judge will be coming to Trumbull’s Eastern District
Editorial: Trumbull County has two county courts, one in Brookfield and one in Cortland. It also has municipal
Paul Ryan’s dishpan hands panned
Opinion: I wasn’t supposed to work last Saturday. But Paul Ryan and MS- NBC changed that. What happened
Newsweek to end print edition after 80 years
Associated Press NEW YORK Newsweek will end its print publication after 80 years and shift to
METRO DIGEST || ICU, South Side church plan harvest festival
ICU, South Side church plan harvest festival Youngstown The ICU Blockwatch and St. Dominic
Health event at mall
Health event at mall BoardMAN Southern Park Mall and Hometown Pharmacy are sponsoring a Health,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Living Dead: The Musical,” 8 p.m.: An original zombie musical-
Week 8 statistics Individual leaders
RUSHING AttYdsAvgTD Ryan Mosora, Brookfld121138811.516 De’Veon Smith, Howlnd13413119.819
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, food distribution 9:30 to
Obama offers no substance
Opinion: In form, President Obama came back strongly in Tuesday’s debate with Mitt Romney, but substantively
Source: Obama was potential terror target
Associated Press NEW YORK A Bangladeshi man snared in an FBI terror sting considered targeting
Rookie receiver is turning heads
Associated Press BEREA Slightly sunburned and plenty relaxed from a summer excursion through the
49ers do enough to hold off Seahawks
Associated Press san francisco Alex Smith threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Delanie Walker late
No change, no levy support
Opinion: No change, no levy support I have voted for every school levy, no matter where I have lived in
Mistakes, and meningitis
Opinion: Mistakes, and meningitis Los Angeles Times: The 14 people who died of fungal meningitis after they
Arlen Specter, summed up in his own words
Opinion: When I heard on Sunday that Arlen Specter had died, I sought solace in rummaging through personal
Jamie Grover v Craig Hodgkinson
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Allen Hodgkinson are making their home in North Ridgeville, Ohio, after their
Family, friends honor Seamans’ 65th anniversary
Richard Sr. and Edna Seaman of Canfield celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary at a family
Paula Hendricks v William Richards
Kidston Pavilion in Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek MetroParks provided the setting for the
Gina Dowell | Brad Palmer
The Rev. John Wigle officiated at the May 5 wedding of Gina Dowell and Brad Palmer, both of Falls
Katherine Higham v John Drayo
Katherine Lea Higham and John David Drayo, both of Fredonia, N.Y., were married Nov. 12, 2011, at
Julie Iudiciani, Mark Pecchia set Oct. nuptials
Julie Iudiciani of Lowellville and Mark A. Pecchia of Canfield are engaged, their parents are
Jessica Balassone v Kenneth E. Pasco Sr.
Jessica L. Balassone of New Waterford became the bride of Kenneth E. Pasco Sr., also of New
During trips and parties, Antonellis are marking their 50th milestone
Bridget and Ronald Antonelli of Liberty celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 14 in Las
Boardman Community Briefs
Pumpkin Paloosa at Boardman Evangel Evangel Church in Boardman will host the first Pumpkin Paloosa
Paulines celebrate 50th anniversary at Alberini’s
Dominic and Elizabeth Pauline of Struthers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 17 at a
Adult career center students open restaurant
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Adult Career Center students enrolled in the Culinary
Hayes-Kantaras wedding set for October 20
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hayes of Toronto, Ohio, are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of
Ricciardis’ 50th celebration is a family affair
Andy and Rose Ricciardi of Campbell were the guests of honor July 29 at a family dinner for their
Alissa Kovach, Mark Sahli to wed Nov. 3
The engagement and forthcoming marriage of Alissa Kovach and Mark Sahli, both of Boardman, is being
Poland Sports Briefs
Week 7 Youth Soccer Recaps Emily Gerak and Amanda Wire both scored goals this week for the Thunder
SENIOR SALUTE - BAND EDITION
Name: Paisley Curtis Instrument: Flute/piccolo Q. When did you start playing your instrument?
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman soccer loses to Massillon Jackson On Oct. 9, the team hosted Massillon Jackson in the
Dobbins students learn fire safety techniques
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary School students in Karen DiVito and
Friends of Poland library host discussion group
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com The Friends of the Library, led by Deborah Liptak, recently
Boardman goes all out for Spirit Week
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com Boardman High School celebrated Spirit Week the week of
Dobbins students develop green thumbs
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary School first-graders became florists for
Austintown library hosts story time
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com The Austintown library offered a turtle-themed story time on
Canfield library teaches literacy skills to kids
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield library offered its weekly program “Baby
Canfield runners compete
On Sept. 25, the Canfield cross country team hosted the Suburban League Championships at the
Alumni raffle winners collect their prizes
Winners of the Austintown Alumni Association’s annual raffle were announced at the Hall of Fame
Austintown Community Briefs
Dairy Queen pumpkin hunt There will be a free pumpkin hunt for children ages 2-9 at the Dairy
Babies bond with books at library
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted its weekly Bonding with Babies
Archery Friends and Family Day is today
Anthony Stratis crowned Homecoming King Local Canfield High School alum Anthony Stratis, was
Lloyd PTA festival raises funds
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Members of the Lloyd Elementary School PTA found an
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls soccer defeats Canton McKinley The Austintown girls soccer team defeated Canton McKinley
Poland eighth-grade football wins thriller
The Poland eighth-grade football team finished the season by beating Hubbard 23-22 on a Colton
Canfield Sports Briefs
Boys basketball academy begins Oct. 29 The third annual boys basketball Skills Academy will begin
Senior Salute: Band Edition
Names: Miranda Colangelo and Maria Colangelo Instrument(s): Miranda plays the Clarinet and
Canfield voters to consider term limits
Staff report A proposed change in the city’s charter regarding council and mayoral terms could
Poland Community Briefs
Antique or shabby chic? Shepherd of the Valley-Poland, located at 301 W. Western Reserve Road,
Poland Shepherd of the Valley card sharks
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Poland Shepherd of the Valley residents and their friends
St. Christine’s students enjoy autumn day
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Students, teachers and parents enjoyed a day of fun
Baird Brothers celebrates American craftsmanship at fall festival
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods celebrated fall and
Fitch students walk for peace during rally
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Fitch High School students in Steve Ward’s Life and
Martin family to serve in Africa
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Austintown residents Joe and Cyndi Martin are planning to
Car care center offers tips for women
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Women enjoyed a night out Oct. 9 with friends and neighbors
Boardman band entertains elementary students
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com The Boardman High School band wowed an audience full of
Disciples Christian Church hosts Trunk or Treat
Valley children can get a jump-start on Halloween by collecting all kinds of goodies during a free
Girls cross country excels at Fed meet
The Boardman girls cross country team had its best race of the season with a fourth-place finish at
Rotary event raises funds for community service
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com The Boardman Rotary Club welcomed more than 6,000 people to
Published writer encourages local scribes
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Award-winning New York author and columnist Susan Ewing
Shepherd of the Valley celebrates 40th anniversary
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Shepherd of the Valley celebrated its 40th anniversary and
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Brown, Mandel call each other liars, then things got ugly tonight
Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown said his Republican opponent has “fallen far short on the honesty and integrity quotient.”
Austintown man faces 46 child porn charges
Austintown man faces 46 child porn charges YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury handed up an
Deficits loom for Niles schools
Deficits loom for Niles schools NILES A forecast of seven-figure deficits and concerns about the
KOKRAK LIVE | Kokrak 2-under at McGladrey
Warren native Jason is Kokrak 2-under at McGladrey Classic.
Official proposes bullet tax to curb Chicago crime
Official proposes bullet tax to curb Chicago crime
Mich. 'Batman' pleads not guilty to obstructing cops
Mich. 'Batman' pleads not guilty to obstructing cops
Private prison owner appeals judge's order, city seeks $1.5M in back fees
Private prison owner appeals judge's order, city seeks $1.5M in back fees
Ohio officials note progress after exotic animals release
Ohio officials note progress after exotic animals release
American Airlines puts up 'help wanted' sign after buyouts
American Airlines puts up 'help wanted' signs after buyout
Girard man in critical care after motorcycle crash
Girard man in critical care after motorcycle crash LIBERTY Two Trumbull County motorcyclists
Republican VP candidate travels to eastern Ohio on Saturday
Republican VP candidate travels to eastern Ohio on Saturday
Pa. man faces assault charges for attack on principal
Pa. man faces assault charges for attack on principal
Some Columbiana residents reach settlement with Columbia Gas parent
Some Columbiana residents reach settlement with Columbia Gas parent
Mahoning commissioners told about 'wealth of job' opportunities for folks in construction trades
Mahoning commissioners told about wealth of job opportunities for folks in construction trades
Pa. man dead after car hits carcass hit by another
Pa. man dead after car hits carcass hit by another
YFD bar crawl for breast cancer awareness is Friday
YFD bar crawl for breast cancer awareness is Friday
Health, wellness, fitness showcase this weekend at Southern Park Mall
Health, wellness showcase this weekend at Southern Park Mall
Warren woman who survived 1988 brutal beating dies at 88
Warren woman who survived 1988 brutal beating dies at 88
Free clothing available Friday by East Side Crime Watch
Free clothing available Friday by East Side Crime Watch
Dr. Anderson named Woman of the Year
Dr. Anderson named Woman of the Year YOUNGSTOWN Dr. Cynthia Anderson, president of Youngstown
Forum rises for prizes in fall show
YOUNGSTOWN Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown sponsored its Fall Garden and Horticulture Show on
Jasmine Freebourn | Joseph Corpa
champion Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Corpa honeymooned in Jamaica after their wedding at 4:30 p.m. July 14
Michelle Filicky | Brian Williams
CHERRY GROVE, S.C. Cherry Grove Beach was the setting for the 6 p.m. Sept. 9 nuptials of Michelle
Courtney Pilch | Vito Abruzzino
SANIBEL ISLAND, FLA. Casa Ybel Resort was the setting at sunset July 13 for a beach-side wedding
LOUIE TODAY: Hawaii's HOPE Probation, fracking, bunnies, revolution
Louie will talk with Judge Steven Alm about his program Hawaii's Opportunity Probation with Enforcement — HOPE Probation, and Sunday's National Geographic Special: DRUGS, Inc.
Angela Sacramento | Michael Kovachik
PITTSBURGH Angela Sacramento and Michael Kovachik, both of North Huntingdon, Pa., exchanged
Youngstown council OKs legislation to lease land for drilling
In a somewhat heated and confrontational environment, city council approved legislation by a 5-2 vote to allow the city to solicit offers from companies to lease city-owned land for gas and oil drilling.
Friendship helps Mooney duo get to Columbus
Friendship helps Mooney duo get to Columbus By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com
Pivotal matchup ahead for Penguins
Struggling YSU hosts improving Salukis By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After a
Vicki Kennedy: Obama is the better choice
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When it comes to which presidential candidate
USHL looking at ways to cut number of concussions
League looking at ways to cut down on number of concussions
Hagan asks for audit of Mahoning courts
State Rep. Robert F. Hagan is asking the state auditor’s office to audit the lower courts in Mahoning County and project cost savings to be achieved by consolidation of those courts.
Poland avenges ouster by Mooney
By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com POLAND Nursing a one-goal lead early in the second half,
Work moves along on new American Legion Post 472
By Wednesday afternoon, the external portion of a one-story building for veterans already had taken shape.
Peace Race: Campbell's Sponseller broadens horizons in running shoes
Carol Sponseller may be a one-timer, but a satisfied one.
Judge: Beemer competent to stand trial in daughter's rape
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Felicia Beemer, charged with raping her 9-month-old
Cross country district meets set for Saturday in Boardman, Malone, Trumbull
BY JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com The district meets involving area schools are on Saturday at
Judge: Make, seal copy of witness testimony in murder of 8-year-old
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County Common Pleas judge ordered
4 in LSP trial sentenced to total of 119 years
Staff report CLEVELAND Four Youngstown men convicted by a jury of conspiracy to commit
David Martin pleads innocent in murder of victim’s best friend
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Melissa Putnam said David Martin came to her house to rob
State ratings show ups, downs of Valley schools
Juniors and seniors at Chaney Visual and Performing Arts and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics School work in Chris Patrone’s government class. Chaney moved to an effective designation, up from academic watch, on the preliminary state report card released Wednesday.
Issue 2 violates separation of powers
Opinion: By Shirley J. CHRISTIAN AND JAMES E. “TED” ROBERTS Special to The Vindicator This November,
Youngstown Playhouse "Woman in Black" will haunt your imagination
In the film “The Woman in Black” (2012), starring Daniel Radcliffe, the ghost of a tormented mother wreaks her vengeance on the inhabitants of an eerie English town in the 1800s.
Pink glove dance
Video competition to raise awareness of National Breast Cancer Month By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
HEALTH DIGEST || Quit-smoking program
Quit-smoking program new castle, pa. Jameson Hospital — in partnership with the Pennsylvania
NIGHTLIFE
Aces Wings, 1738 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-757-3835 Wed: Open mic with Jim DeCapua and
Ditzler has experience, smarts to be Mahoning commissioner
Editorial: Barring a political implosion of monumental proportions, David Ditzler, an 18-year trustee in
Who wins debate that’s tied?
Opinion: When two presidential candidates battle roughly to a tie in a debate, is there a winner? Did
Alex Cross: more action, less interest
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service “Alex Cross” is an interesting exercise in back-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 25.73 .43 Avalon
Concert will benefit animal sanctuary
Staff report SALEM AbelWeenFest, a live music event, will be Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. at The
Valley native’s opera will be performed
Staff report CLEVELAND An opera written by Youngstown native Dr. J LanYe (formerly Jo Ann
Grant aims to build work force in manufacturing
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com CANFIELD A $6 million federal grant is designed to help
New Castle Playhouse to present ‘Postmortem’
Staff report New Castle, Pa. The New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., will present the
Diversity on campus national security issue
Opinion: By Dan Christman, John F. REGNI AND JOHN R. RYAN McClatchy-Tribune To Justice Samuel A. Alito,
Fed can’t do every good thing
Opinion: DALLAS In the 1920s, in the wee small hours of the mornings, employees at the Federal Reserve Bank
Meat Loaf voices rage over politics on new CD
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s a chip on the shoulder of rock singer Meat Loaf.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
“ethel” (9 p.m., hbo): “Ethel” is a compelling profile of Ethel Kennedy that
“ethel” (9 p.m., hbo): “Ethel” is a compelling profile of Ethel Kennedy that spans the life she
Comedian Steve Iott likes a good distraction
Over the past decade, comedian Steve Iott has been bringing his straight-ahead style of comedy to the Mahoning Valley with memorable results.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS SIngers Singers, dancers and rappers are needed for a new production company. If
Joe was a bully; Paul, composed
Opinion: Joe was a bully; Paul, composed I am writing this the morn- ing after the VP debate, and the only
A toast to city flexibility
Opinion: The Free Press, Mankato, Minn.: You have to give credit for creativity and effort. It couldn’t have
‘Ethel’ is portrait of a Kennedy
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. In the thick of the presidential
YSO to open classical season with pianist Wu
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will open its classical season with a
Stage Left youth troupe will make a scene at the Butler
The Stage Left Youth Players are involved in a case of art imitating art.
The Giggitys won’t get stuck in a quagmire
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For any viewer of “The Family Guy,” there’s little doubt
Valley Home Sales
Valley Home Sales September 2012 Mahoning County: 174 sold, $71,500 median sales price
Meningitis cases in Ohio rise to 9
Meningitis cases in Ohio rise to 9 Health officials added two more Ohioans to the list of
Clinic receives $20,000 grant
Clinic receives $20,000 grant YOUNGSTOWN The Neil Kennedy Recovery Clinic received a $20,000
Workers share views on debate
By CAITLIN COOK TheNewsOutlet.org Ryan Baltz and Ken Stohler shared a coffee and fluorescent
The afterlife for zombie films
Joki’s Rust Belt Theater Company will look to start a new Halloween tradition this weekend with the premiere of its zombie-film parody “Living Dead: The Musical.”
Banner introduced as new Browns CEO
Associated Press BEREA Joe Banner didn’t want to make any promises or predictions. It’s not his
birthdays
birthdays Singer-guitarist Chuck Berry is 86. Actress Dawn Wells (“Gilligan’s Island”) is 74.
PEOPLE'S PHARMACY || Turmeric overcame stubborn wart
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. Turmeric is magical! I tried duct tape on
Threat of rain causes postponement
Associated Press DETROIT Game 4 of the AL championship series between the New York Yankees and
NEw this week
NEw this week Alex Cross (PG-13) A homicide detective and psychologist matches wits with a
Today in history
Today is Thursday, Oct. 18, the 292nd day of 2012. There are 74 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Shot border guard recovering
Associated Press SEATTLE An unarmed Canadian border guard shot in her booth at a busy U.S.-
Some find debate too rude
Associated Press WASHINGTON This is presidential? They bicker, interrupt, talk over the
newsmakers
newsmakers Megan Fox announces birth of baby boy NEW YORK Megan Fox has taken to social media
French sneak cash to Syrian civilians
Associated Press PARIS France has been sneaking large sums of cash — $2 million in all — to
Average debt up again for college grads
Associated Press It’s the latest snapshot of the growing burden of student debt, and it’s another
Report: Violent crime rose 18% in 2011
Associated Press WASHINGTON Violent crimes unexpectedly jumped 18 percent last year, the first
YSU women hope to play better ‘D’
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Less than a month before his first game, Youngstown
Supersonic skydiver’s feat could influence future of space travel
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Now that the dust has settled in the New Mexico desert
US home construction increases
Associated Press U.S. home construction is making a comeback that could invigorate the economy’s
Liberty board president seeks help cutting $1.3M deficit
By Danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com LIBERTY The board of education is seeking community
Armstrong walks away from charity
Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS Already an outcast in cycling after a massive doping report,
METRO DIGEST || Annual leaf pickup in Boardman
Annual leaf pickup BOARDMAN The township road department’s annual leaf pickup program begins
Valley home sales, median price level off
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After months of stellar year-over-year
Driver to face charges in fatal accident
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers The man who was driving during an accident in
Multivitamins may lower men’s risk for cancer, study finds
Associated Press America’s favorite dietary supplements, multivitamins, modestly lowered the
Freshman’s goal part of Boardman’s crisp effort in victory
By ryan Buck sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Boardman High boys soccer team had little to
oddly enough
oddly enough Pa. highway reopens after tons of chicken spill PORTERSVILLE, Pa. A western
Cards’ victory worth the wait
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Matt Carpenter hit a two-run homer after subbing for an injured
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Salvation Army extends assistance-application dates
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Salvation Army’s Mahoning County office, 1501 Glenwood Ave., has
BUSINESS DIGEST || Dots store opens
Dots store opens poland Dots, a women’s fashion store, is opening a new location today at
Wednesday, October 17 (103 stories)
Free family Spootacular Saturday at Morley Pavilion
Mill Creek MetroParks Spooktacular Funfest will be at Judge Morley Pavilion in James L. Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Youngstown council agrees to seek offers for drilling on city land
Despite some debate and heated discussions, city council approved an ordinance by a 5-2 vote today permitting the city to seek offers from companies to lease city-owned land for gas and oil drilling.
Who's buying the political ads you see on TV? Monday event helps answer this
Volunteers will be asked to look through information and key in relevant data
Shooting victim tells cops he doesn’t know the gunman
Shooting victim tells cops he doesn’t know the gunman YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating a
4 LSP gang members get a total of 119 years in fed prison
4 LSP gang members get a total of 119 years in fed prison
Vicki Kennedy says President Obama has proven his commitment to women
Vicki Kennedy says President Obama has proven his commitment to women
$6M fed grant to help recruit, train work force in Ohio, Pa. counties
$6M fed grant to help recruit, train work force in Ohio, Pa. counties
Jury finds Ohio teen guilty of murdering stepfather
Jury finds Ohio teen guilty of murdering stepfather
Cops: Inmate tried to rape Pa. prison psychologist
Cops: Inmate tried to rape Pa. prison psychologist
Man shot in chest on Youngstown’s North Side
Man shot in chest on Youngstown’s North Side YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating a Wednesday
Government: Violent crimes rose 18 percent in 2011
Government: Violent crimes rose 18 percent in 2011
Salvation Army, Mahoning County, extends 2012 Christmas assistance program
Salvation Army, Mahoning County office, extends 2012 Christmas assistance program
4-year-old Ohio boy critically injured in mower accident
4-year-old Ohio boy critically injured in mower accident
Murder suspect arraigned today in Warren Municipal Court
Murder suspect arraigned today in Warren Municipal Court
Nike severs ties to Lance Armstrong 'with great sadness'
Nike severs ties to Lance Armstrong 'with great sadness'
Teen drivers remain one of Ohio's most at-risk groups
Teen drivers remain one of Ohio's most at-risk groups
4 Trumbull County schools rated excellent with distinction
4 Trumbull County schools rated excellent with distinction
Austintown, Poland, West Branch schools rate excellent with distinction
Austintown, Poland and West Branch schools rate excellent with distinction
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will serve a chicken
LOUIE TODAY: Madeleine Albright, Ed Port, Green Team, Frack Free America
The Green Team's Jim Petuch will join Louie today to explain what led up to last week's Vindicator story: "Recycling success ironically lowers Mahoning Green Team’s green"
Boardman Spartans sweep Howland at Stow
Anyone who follows the game of basketball is inundated with the ubiquitous clich , “Basketball is a game of runs.”
Why candidate photo ops go wrong — for Ryan and others
Photo ops for politicians are as old as well ... cameras.
Brookfield, YCS in key battle
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com When asked to compare Youngstown Christian to another opponent
US Supreme Court denies Husted's request to close polls early
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio voters will get a few extra days to cast ballots,
Wolford tries simple solution to D’s woes
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Think back to the last time you opened a door. How
Youngstown council hears 30 of 32 voice opposition to oil, gas drilling
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite hearing the pleas of 30 people not to
Niles, Brookfield atop regions in ratings
Staff report Niles McKinley rebounded from its first loss of the season with a 17-10 road victory
Mill Creek MetroParks board urged not to lease mineral rights
Members of the public pleaded with and demanded that the Mill Creek MetroParks board of commissioners deny oil and gas drilling rights on park land.
Youngstown youth football league scores victory, gets to play title games at Rayen for free
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A youth football league for students from the
Crestview enjoys stellar year
By RYAN BUCK sports@vindy.com COLUMBIANA The Crestview High football team is undefeated and
YSU women’s golf team young, but progressing
By STEVE WILAJ sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN About a week ago, the Youngstown State women’s golf
Campbell police ask for mediation in talks over salary raises
Staff report campbell The city’s police officers have asked for mediation in contract talks.
Youngstown YMCA seeks public input on possible western branch
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The YMCA of Youngstown is considering opening
Motion filed in YSU fraternity shooting case
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The trial of two men charged in the
Obama-Romney showdown slugfest on Libya, women, China
The second presidential debate, at Hofstra University on Long Island, N.Y., Tuesday night offered a decidedly different view of the two men who want to be president in the next term.
Johnson supporter seeks investigation
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com A U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson supporter, who is a retired Navy
Haslam approved; Holmgren is history
Associated Press CHICAGO Mike Holmgren won’t be finishing the job he went to do in Cleveland.
Picasso, Monet works stolen in museum heist
Associated Press AMSTERDAM Thieves broke into a Rotterdam museum on Tuesday and walked off with
College access not only about money
Opinion: By Arnold Mitchem McClatchy-Tribune It’s ironic that just as the U.S. poverty rate rises to its
The following video games are among those released this week, according to Gamestop.com:
The following video games are among those released this week, according to Gamestop.com: vJames
‘American Horror Story’ A darker and more twisted tale
By David Hiltbrand The Philadelphia Inquirer It’s gut check time. As “American Horror Story”
Where to next?
Where to next? Food writer Ross Morrone heads to Kravitz Deli to indulge his sandwich obsession.
Will child attack prod Pakistan?
Opinion: Pakistanis have united in outrage over the Taliban’s attack on 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai, who
In Trumbull Statehouse races: Incumbents O’Brien, Letson
Editorial: Voters in Trumbull County will be voting in two Ohio House of Representative Districts based on new
‘Wing-side’ seats for competition
‘Wing-side’ seats for competition A battle of the wings is getting ready to take place on Route
Tame US prices, confident builders aid growth
Associated Press WASHINGTON The outlook for the U.S. economy brightened a little Tuesday after
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard I. Kountz, 26, of 3448 Risher Road,
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY Oct. 11
At funeral, friends, family honor ex-Sen. Arlen Specter
Associated Press NARBERTH, Pa. Former U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter was an “irreplaceable” force who
PNC Bank posts 3Q profit
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Pittsburgh-based PNC Bank, Youngstown’s
Carrizo Oil sells part of interest in mineral leases
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Carrizo Oil and Gas Inc. has sold a portion of interests in its mineral
Super Bowl picks Beyonce for its halftime show
Associated Press NEW YORK All the single ladies will be watching the upcoming Super Bowl along
BUSINESS DIGEST || Groups mull merger into one chamber
Groups mull merge into one chamber east liverpool Representatives from the East Liverpool and
To drug or not to drug
Opinion: To drug or not to drug Toledo Blade: Perhaps only in over-medicated America would prescription
Tasty tips to top off a special occasion
Family Features There’s no better way to celebrate a special occasion than by inviting friends and
Is it all wishful thinking?
Opinion: By D.J. Tice Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Nearly all the great minds in America seem to agree. The
Meningitis cases tied to outbreak rise to 7 in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Four meningitis cases in Marion County have been linked to recalled
Steelers suspend rookie two games
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Steelers will have to turn around their season
Wilson dips into his own pocket to fund campaign
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ex-U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson continues to pump
Board to offer flu shots
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County District Board of Health will administer flu shots
Crowd protests proposed cut to landfill inspections
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A chorus of township trustees and landfill
Man enters plea deal in East Side murder
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown man could spend the next 13
McCain predicts close Ohio race
Associated Press COLUMBUS A fresh-faced Barack Obama buried Republican John McCain in anti-
PUCO urges public to seek heating assistance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Residential customers can avoid a utility shutoff or restore their
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Europe cocaine seizure means more bananas for zoo THE HAGUE, Netherlands A major
Beer of the week
Beer of the week Stone Enjoy By 11.09.12 IPA might be one of the most unusual names for a beer you
BOO -TIFUL Halloween carvings
Family Features This Halloween, why not put a fun twist on pumpkin carving by making some Jack
Today in history
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 17, the 291st day of 2012. There are 75 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Facing multiple charges
Facing multiple charges CORTLAND Police charged Aaron M. Lewis, 24, of Ravenna, with burglary,
Cuba lifts rule for exit visas
Miami Herald MIAMI The Cuban government’s decision to lift its deeply hated requirement of exit
1 person killed as trucks collide, Ohio house hit
Associated Press ASHLAND, Ohio The Ohio State Highway Patrol says one person was killed when a
Clinton takes blame for Libya terror attack
Associated Press WASHINGTON Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton’s pre-election bid to
3 Gitmo defendants no-shows in court
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Verlander, Detroit hold on for 3-0 edge
Associated Press DETROIT Justin Verlander took a shutout into the ninth inning and the Detroit
Taxing the rich isn’t the answer
Opinion: Taxing the rich isn’t the answer President Obama wants the rich to pay “their fair share”, but
Gloves come off in race for 6th District
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com In the 6th Congressional District race, it’s Round Two
Agenda Thursday
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Plan targets areas for demolition in Warren
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The nonprofit Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership has
Suspect arrested in Warren man’s death
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The U.S. Marshals Violent Fugitives Task Force arrested
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Guthrie’s wife dies; Kent show changed WASHINGTON, Mass. Folk singer Arlo Guthrie
Official: Stanford-ND call correct
Associated Press The national coordinator of NCAA football officials says the decision to uphold
Sherrod Brown outlines new bill on call-center jobs
By DANNY RESTIVO drestivo@vindy.com NILES U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown spent time here outlining
Report-card data
Report-card data Columbus More preliminary state report-card data will be released this
Obama re-emerges
By BEN FELLER AP White House Correspondent WASHINGTON Fighting for his political life,
Advocates to Husted: Rethink absentee ballot directive
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Voting-rights advocates are urging Republican Secretary
MetroParks board urged not to lease mineral rights
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Members of the public pleaded with and demanded
Social Security Benefits to increase by 1.7% for millions
More than 56 million Americans on Social Security will get raises averaging $19 a month come January, one of the smallest increases since automatic adjustments for inflation were adopted in 1975, the government announced Tuesday.
Tuesday, October 16 (100 stories)
Ignited Obama, Romney come out slugging in tonight's debate
A newly energetic and aggressive President Barack Obama went directly after his Republican challenger starting with the first minutes of their second presidential debate Tuesday night, attacking Mitt Romney’s business record and accusing him of offering a meek “me, too” to conservative Republicans in Congress.
Obama calls for ban on assault weapons, Romney opposes during tonight's debate
President Barack Obama is calling for reintroducing legislation to ban assault weapons.
Don't drill, residents tell Mill Creek board at 1st forum
Members of the public pleaded with and demanded that the Mill Creek MetroParks board of commissioners deny oil and gas drilling rights on park land during a public forum Tuesday night.
Green Party candidates arrested at presidential debate on Long Island
Police say the Green Party candidates for president and vice president have been arrested at the second presidential debate.
2nd presidential debate opens with questions about jobs, auto industry, gas prices
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (AP) — The second presidential debate is under way.
Youngstown council expected to pass ordinance for oil, gas drilling
Youngstown council expected to pass ordinance for oil, gas drilling
Giuriceo to make ring return on Dec. 1 at Mountaineer
Giuriceo to make ring return on Dec. 1 at Mountaineer.
Campbell police officers ask for mediation in contract talks
Campbell police officers ask for mediation in contract talks
Johnson supporter calls for FBI investigation of Charlie Wilson statements
Johnson supporter calls for FBI investigation of Charlie Wilson statements
Youth football league of city kids can use Rayen Stadium at no charge
Youth football league of city kids can use Rayen Stadium at no charge Youngstown A youth
US Supreme Court: Let early voting in Ohio 3 days before election proceed
US Supreme Court: Let early voting in Ohio proceed
Racist graffiti scrawled at Bowling Green coach's house
Racist graffiti scrawled at Bowling Green coach's house
Warren murder suspect nabbed by marshals in Tallmadge
Warren murder suspect nabbed by marshals in Tallmadge WARREN The U.S. Marshal’s Violent
Proposal to cut funds for landfill inspections draws ire
Proposal to cut funds for landfill inspections draws ire YOUNGSTOWN A chorus of township
Murder case brings plea to involuntary manslaughter
Murder case brings plea to involuntary manslaughter YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown man could spend the
Ryan soup kitchen ‘stunt’ spins out of control, Society president says
Ryan soup kitchen ‘stunt’ spins out of control, Society president says YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning
YMCA considers expanding into western Mahoning County
YMCA considers expanding into western Mahoning County YOUNGSTOWN The YMCA of Youngstown is
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Meeting correction
Meeting correction COITSVILLE Coitsville Seniors will meet Thursday at Bedford Trails, Bedford
11 youth gardeners blossom in garden club's program
youngstown The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown cultivated 11 youth gardeners this growing season
City, MetroParks to get public input on drilling plans
A pair of public hearings on drilling for oil and gas will be today — one for drilling on city-owned land, and the other to gauge input on Mill Creek MetroParks property.
URGENCY ALERT
Larry Foote says a 2-3 start has the team tapping on the panic button Associated Press
Weeden tastes sweet success
Overdue victory launched parties Associated Press BEREA Brandon Weeden passed up dessert on
UN-D-FEATED
In 2011, the Austintown Fitch boys soccer team finished with an 11-2-2 record and were ranked No. 10 in the state.
Loss of agency funding threatens Campbell bus service for seniors
Staff report campbell The city is going to have to discontinue bus service for senior citizens
Warren man faces assault charges
Staff report WARREN A 30-year-old Peace Avenue Northwest man is charged with felonious assault
youngstown Police probe 4 armed robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating four weekend
Couple sues city of Campbell over son’s injuries
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown couple is suing the city of Campbell for $7,500 because
Soup kitchen visit by Ryan stirs anger
The president of Mahoning County’s St. Vincent de Paul Society is “shocked” and “angry” that Republican vice-presidential nominee Paul Ryan used the soup kitchen for a “publicity stunt.”
Husted: 6,665 new entities file in Ohio
Husted: 6,665 new entities file in Ohio columbus Secretary of State Jon Husted today announced
NASCAR, FOX Sports extend pact for $2.4 billion
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. NASCAR and Fox Sports Media Group announced a $2.4 billion,
kent trumbull theater ‘Earnest’ is too good to miss
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com CHAMPION Like most art forms, live theater is often
Obamacare still a fiscal train wreck
Opinion: Soon after the Supreme Court upheld the bulk of Obamacare, the Congressional Budget Office came out
Romney is clueless
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly Kansas City Star Poor Mitt Romney. In trying to be all things to all people on
River City Brass Band A modern sound with deep roots
IF YOU GO What: River City Brass Band When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday Where: Stambaugh Auditorium
Romney’s bounce not a mirage
Opinion: The first debate between President Obama and Mitt Romney was an even bigger win for Romney than it
Girard Garbage
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Friend favors OHSAA tweak
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN When it comes to comeptitive balance for the Ohio High
Dropout rate hurts state
Opinion: Argus Leader, Sioux Falls, S.D.: College recruitment is a tough job in South Dakota these days.
Consumers give US retail sales a lift
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans spent more money at retailers in September — a buying
Henry Thomas was just 10 years old when the role of Elliott in “E.T. — the Extra-
Henry Thomas was just 10 years old when the role of Elliott in “E.T. — the Extra- Terrestrial” made
Gerberry’s legislative record shows commitment to public
Editorial: While we are unstinting in our support of state Rep. Ronald V. Gerberry’s re-election bid, we are
2 win Nobel economics prize for match-making
Associated Press STOCKHOLM Two American scholars won the Nobel economics prize Monday for work
OHIO LAMP PLANT After furlough, GE workers return concerned
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com WARREN Despite returning to work Monday after three
Report says Pa. changes drilling notification policy
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has changed
Verlander next test for ailing Yanks
Associated Press DETROIT There were times this year when Justin Verlander took the mound while
Ohio associated Press football poll
How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio high school football teams in the
Ex-auditor’s aide pleads guilty
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former county auditor’s top aide has pleaded guilty in federal
Red Dragons, Irish move up into AP Top 10
By TOM WILLIAMS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Niles and Ursuline high football teams have
League, players union ready to resume talks
Associated Press NEW YORK The NHL and its locked-out players will resume negotiations today in
game time
game time Who: Steelers at Bengals When: Sunday, 8:20 p.m. TV/radio: NBC WFMJ 21; WNIO-AM 1390
Mayor: Youngstown owes county $225,360
The city administration will ask city council Wednesday to authorize a $225,360 payment to Mahoning County for housing inmates charged with violating Youngstown ordinances in 2011.
Girard residents to vote on renewal levy for garbage pickup
By Danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com Girard City residents will see a 0.8-mill renewal levy
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher P. Gonzalez, 23, Stinsford Road, Newark,
on tlc Ed Port hopes film helps raise awareness, funds
A township man with a disease that causes large facial tumors hopes the airing of a documentary about his struggle brings more awareness to the disease.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, 5:30 p.m., council chambers, city hall, Phelps Street.
TCTC decides against being part of solar project
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com CHAMPION The Trumbull Career & Technical Center board of
Court to hear school Bible case
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing in the case of a fired
Campbell expects to gain release from fiscal emergency in January
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Campbell is on track to ask for release from
Shooting investigated
Shooting investigated WARREN Police continue to investigate an incident at just after midnight
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 16, the 290th day of 2012. There are 76 days left in the year.
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 16, the 290th day of 2012. There are 76 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Report: Moisture led piece of facade to fall
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Moisture buildup caused an exterior piece of
The Big Bird-Delphi connection
Opinion: The Big Bird-Delphi connection Christie Mark, DCCC Chief operating officer, sent out an email in
White House weighs risk of attack on Libya
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House has put special-operations strike forces on standby
FDA urges doctors to check on patients
FDA urges doctors to check on patients new york Two more drugs from a specialty pharmacy linked
2012 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION Be your own fact-checker for debate
Associated Press WASHINGTON There they go again. Or do they? Will Mitt Romney miscount the
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Pa. woman suing lawmaker over small cake prize PITTSBURGH A Pittsburgh woman is
Niles man enters no plea to kidnap, theft
Staff report NILES Ross Francis, 42, of Robbins Avenue is being held in the Trumbull County
Bridge replacement over state Route 11
Bridge replacement over state Route 11 LEETONIA State Route 11 traffic will have detours and
Lone survivor testifies at Akron Craigslist trial
Associated Press AKRON Hoping to land a farm job and move close to his family, Scott Davis met
EGCC announces grant for new Valley Center students
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Eastern Gateway Community College has announced a
ohio u.s. senate seat Brown, Mandel trade jabs in debate
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown called his opponent a
LA Kings assistant anxious for hockey
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN John Stevens may not be showing up to his job
Undecideds look to Round 2 for answers
Joe Sullivan of Boardman looks forward to the end of nearly two years of campaigning.
Event raises $30,000 for food bank
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 21st annual Taste of the Valley fundraiser to benefit Second Harvest
Manning rallies Broncos to victory
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Peyton Manning threw three touchdown passes in the second half and
Woman, 81, unhurt when truck hits home
Associated Press WILLISTON, Ohio The Ohio State Highway Patrol says an 81-year-old woman was
soccer roundup Monday’s girls tournament matches
DIVISION I Fitch 12, Canton McKinley 0 AUSTINTOWN Meghan Shonce scored three goals while
high school sports at a glance
SCHEDULE toDAY BOYS SOCCER Tournament Division II Niles at Champion, 7 p.m. Ravenna at
Giants topple Cards for tie
Marco Scutaro answered Matt Holliday’s hard takeout with a big hit of his own to help the San Francisco Giants end their home slide.
Volleyball roundup | Monday’s matches
DIVISION I Aurora 25-25-25, Austintown Fitch 20-22-23 STOW The Falcons (7-16) were eliminated
McDonald accepts Stanley resignation
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD The McDonald board of education voted 5-0 accept the
Brian Regan coming to Stambaugh
Comedian Brian Regan will come to Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Jan. 20 for a 7 p.m. performance.
Monday, October 15 (80 stories)
2 motorcycles escorting first lady collide in Ohio
2 motorcycles escorting first lady collide in Ohio
Suit aims to protect Ohio arrestees' voting rights
Suit aims to protect Ohio arrestees' voting rights
Campbell expects to gain release from fiscal emergency
Campbell expects to gain release from fiscal emergency campbell Campbell is on track to ask for
Ed Port’s story on TLC cable channel Wednesday
Ed Port’s story on TLC cable channel Wednesday Austintown A township man with a disease that
President of St. Vincent De Paul Society blasts Ryan visit as 'publicity stunt'
President of St. Vincent De Paul Society blasts Ryan visit as 'publicity stunt'
Youngstown council will consider paying Mahoning County more than $200K
Youngstown council will consider paying Mahoning County more than $200K
Eastern Gateway to provide more financial assistance for students
Eastern Gateway to provide more financial assistance for students
State Route 11 near Leetonia to have delays, detours begining Weds.
State Route 11 near Leetonia to have delays, detours beginning Weds.
TCTC board decides against participating in proposed $8M Solar Planet project
TCTC board decides against participating in proposed $8M Solar Planet project
Ohio officials spread word on new Medicaid benefit
Ohio officials spread word on new Medicaid benefit
Architecture lecture set Wednesday at St. John's Church, Youngstown
Architecture lecture set Wednesday at St. John's Church, Youngstown
Carrizo Oil sells its mineral rights interests in Trumbull, Mercer and Crawford counties
Carrizo Oil sells its mineral rights interests in Trumbull, Mercer and Crawford counties
Warren police investigating shots fired at officer
Warren police investigating shots fired at officer
Volunteers are on a mission of ReStoring
IF YOU GO What: ReStore, Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County. Where: 480 Youngstown-Poland
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS North Lima Mennonite Church, 90 Mennonite Drive, North Lima, will host an auction at 6
Wedding gown display will be at Loghurst
Wedding gown display will be at Loghurst CANFIELD Loghurst Farmhouse & Museum, 3967 Boardman-
Armed robber strikes Pizza Hut in Austintown
Armed robber strikes Pizza Hut in Austintown Staff report AUSTINTOWN Austintown police are
Cardinals overpower Giants in opener
Carlos Beltran hit his 14th career postseason homer and David Freese also went deep as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Francisco Giants, 6-4, in the NL championship series opener on Sunday night.
Sanchez pitches Tigers to 2-0
Anibal Sanchez and the Detroit Tigers made the plays, got a favorable call from an umpire and took advantage of their few chances at the plate.
Inmate on death row professes innocence
An Akron man facing execution next month for the murder and dismemberment of a woman 15 years ago maintains his innocence, saying prosecutors and a jailhouse snitch lied about the crime and failed to test evidence that could exonerate him.
TLC program to feature Austintown’s Ed Port
Staff report austinTOWN A cable TV show will chronicle the life and challenges of a local man
Chalk it up! YSU group to hit the sidewalks for class project
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A group of Youngstown State University
Campbell voters to consider levy for streets
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Voters in Campbell are going to decide whether
Cruising into the past: Model A Fords tour splendor of Mill Creek Park
As Model A Fords traveled the roads and filled the parking lot of Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek Park seemed to return to a bygone era.
Why isn’t race being discussed?
Opinion: By Orson Aguilar McClatchy-Tribune As the presidential campaign approaches the home stretch,
Frackfree group blocks access to well in North Jackson
Staff report NORTH JACKSON About 40 demonstrators from Frackfree Mahoning Valley blockaded
Campbell levy
Campbell levy A five-year, 3-mill additional levy. Would generate $197,285 annually. Would
DeGenaro is clear choice for re-election on appeals court
Editorial: Judge Mary DeGenaro of Poland won her seat on the 7th District Court of Appeals in 2000 in what was
Romney wrong on Libya
Opinion: Any presidential candidate who seeks to prove his foreign policy bona fides by opining on the Middle
birthdays
birthdays Singer Barry McGuire is 77. Actress Linda Lavin is 75. Actress-director Penny Marshall
Loyalty to political beliefs in our genes
Opinion: By Cathy Young Newsday With the election less than a month away, ’tis the season to despair over
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Taken 2’ takes down ‘Argo’ in close weekend LOS ANGELES Liam Neeson’s “Taken 2”
Hollywood takes advantage of Ohio’s movie tax credits
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state says movies, TV shows and commercials shot in Ohio since
Ex-Sen. Specter dies at age 82
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. For most of his 30 years as Pennsylvania’s longest- serving
Tuition aid helps those in need
Opinion: Tuition aid helps those in need Journal, Martinsburg, W.Va.: Ensuring residents of rural areas
Syria accused of using cluster bombs
Syria accused of using cluster bombs BEIRUT The Syrian regime was accused Sunday of dropping
Do black people support Obama because he’s black?
Associated Press Surviving slavery, segregation and discrimination has forged a special pride in
Robbery reported at Austintown pizza shop
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Austintown police are investigating the weekend armed robbery of a Pizza
DVR viewers boost fall ratings
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES TV executives used to look at DVRs as assassins that could kill
video game review
‘dishonored’ Grade: A Details: Bethesda Softworks, for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC;
Report: Softbank to buy 70% of Sprint
Report: Softbank to buy 70% of Sprint WASHINGTON Japanese mobile-phone company Softbank has
Expect small ’13 rise in Social Security
Associated Press WASHINGTON Social Security recipients shouldn’t expect a big increase in
Economists foresee weak but improving growth
Associated Press CHICAGO Economists foresee only tepid growth for the coming year, with
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Viewers leave in droves after Ann Curry debacle ‘Today’ troubles
By DAVID BAUDER | AP Television Writer NEW YORK SUSAN WURTZEL OWNS A “TODAY” SHOW T-SHIRT and
Skydiver breaks sound barrier
Associated Press ROSWELL, N.M. In a giant leap from more than 24 miles up, a daredevil skydiver
Banks too big to fail? Hardly
Opinion: DALLAS If in four weeks a president-elect Mitt Romney is seeking a Treasury secretary, he should
Campaigning takes back seat to debate prep
Associated Press BURLINGTON, Mass. As Mitt Romney’s campaign claimed new momentum in the race
Police chief calls officer’s fatal shooting of woman justified
Associated Press CINCINNATI A police chief says an officer who fatally shot a woman armed with
A double standard against gays
Opinion: A double standard against gays Recently Archbishop John J. Myers of the Archdiocese of Newark,
1 hurt in crash
Staff report POLAND One person was taken to the hospital and U.S. Route 224 in Poland Township
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A caption to a Page A1 photo Saturday misidentified vegetables on display at Haus Apple
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: xJ 10 7 uQ 7 vK 6 5 wA J
Valley coaches give Obama, Romney pointers for Round 2
Going into the second presidential debate, President Obama should go on the offensive while Mitt Romney needs to provide more details about his plans, according to Mahoning Valley high school debate coaches.
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board of Directors, 4:30 p.m., TMHA
oddly enough
oddly enough Mystery giant eyeball on Fla. beach may be squid’s MIAMI Word that a giant
Hollywood in Youngstown? Valley filmmakers applauded
Most people think of Hollywood when honoring filmmakers and the films they create, but Sunday was set aside to honor filmmakers from the Mahoning Valley.
Safety summit set next month at YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University will host a free Community Safety Summit
More local banks offer private banking
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Local banks, large and small, are
Weathersfield Twp. asks voters to OK 5-year levy for buying new equipment
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees are asking voters
Today is Monday, Oct. 15, the 289th day of 2012. There are 77 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, Oct. 15, the 289th day of 2012. There are 77 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The levy would cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $60 a year. The median cost of a home in the
The levy would cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $60 a year. The median cost of a home in the
Lakeview is ripe for the picking
Behind Allison Pavlik, the Bulldogs’ girls soccer team rides high into tournament
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a final-round 68 and
Prep sports at a glance
BOYS SOCCER Canfield 3, Marlington 3 CANFIELD Dylan Seybert had two goals and an assist while
High School football news & notes
WR turns around Six weeks ago, it would have been easy to write off Western Reserve as a contender
Valley’s team finishes as runners-up
— USTA national championship — By Steve Wilaj sports@vindy.com When the local United States
YOUNGSTOWN FILM FESTIVAL: Award recipients listed
YOUNGSTOWN FILM FESTIVAL Award recipients The following people received awards at the film
Valley news in brief
Mom and son night Boardman Boardman Park will host a Mom and Son Date Knight from 6 to 8 p.m.
The perfect scent
Tucked away on state Route 7 in this tiny village you can find a little shop called St. Johnsbury Perfect Scent Candles and Gifts.
Sunday, October 14 (102 stories)
Youngstown police investigate East Side shooting tonight
Youngstown police investigate East Side shooting tonight YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating a
Model A Fords cruise through the past amid splendor of Mill Creek Park
Model A Fords cruise through the past amid splendor of Mill Creek Park By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK
40 demonstrators block access to fracking well in North Jackson
40 demonstrators block access to fracking well in North Jackson Staff report NORTH JACKSON
Skydiver lands safely in NM after 24-mile jump from stratosphere
Skydiver lands safely in NM after 24-mile jump from stratosphere Associated Press ROSWELL, N.M.
Arlen Specter, longtime US senator from Pa., dies at 82
Arlen Specter, longtime US senator from Pa., dies at 82 Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa.
Community Safety Summit in Youngstown seeks individuals, groups to share resources
Community Safety Summit in Youngstown seeks individuals, groups to share resources Staff report
Lights! Cameras! $205M in revenue for filmmaking in Ohio
Lights! Cameras! $205M in revenue for filmmaking in Ohio Associated Press COLUMBUS The state
Critics want inspector general to release ‘Coingate’ report before election
Critics want inspector general to release ‘Coingate’ report before election Associated Press
Financial institutions in Valley placing higher premium on private banking
Financial institutions in Valley placing higher premium on private banking By JAMISON COCKLIN
Valley speech coaches offer advice to Obama, Romney for second debate
Valley speech coaches offer advice to Obama, Romney for second debate By DENISE DICK
Expect small increase in Social Security benefits in 2013
Expect small increase in Social Security benefits in 2013 Associated Press WASHINGTON Social
The Bocheneks honored on 60th during reception
POLAND A dinner reception took place Oct. 7 at Youngstown Country Club to celebrate the 60th
Nanoskys observe 50th anniversary with open house
AUSTINTOWN Michael and Maryann Nanosky of Austintown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. After the meeting,
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 12:30 p.m. for a service project. Hostess is Arletta Webber.
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs will have a luncheon and scholarship
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Champion S.C.O.P.E. Senior Center, 445 Mahoning Ave., has planned the following: Monday, Angelo
National Council of Negro Women Inc. sets luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Section of the National Council of Negro Women Inc. will have its annual
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Lee Roy Nelson
Date of birth: Sept. 28, 1912, in Bullskin Township, Pa. Residence: Youngstown. Parents:
Candlelight vigil set for lost babies
Candlelight vigil set for lost babies canfield The fourth annual candlelight vigil remembering
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Cornell Lab of Ornithology program for homeschoolers at Jennings
The Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road, will host a “citizen science investigation” for homeschooling families from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 31.
Traficant to sign books Oct. 20 in Hermitage
Former U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. will again sign copies of his book containing his artwork and speeches, titled “America’s Last Minute Man,” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 20 at Leana’s Books and More in Shenango Valley Mall.
Beaver residents' assoc. to discuss future of township
The Beaver Township Residents’ Association will host a meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday at 901 E. Pine Lake Road.
Nuns share their budget message to candidates at Youngstown stop
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Sisters involved with Nuns on the Bus Ohio are
Penguins lose 21-point lead to fall to Illinois State
Penguins lose 21-point lead to fall to Illinois State By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Normal,
Surging Saints top Phantoms
Youngstown out-shot, held scoreless until end of third period By Matthew Peaslee
Drilling moves toward suburbia in Mahoning Valley
Horizontal drilling is moving toward the suburbs, but you’re not likely to see a drilling rig in the middle of your neighborhood.
Healed Price is right for Mooney
By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com Struthers Cardinal Mooney senior soccer player Pat Price never
YSU to increase distance learning options
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown State University plans to increase
Boardman event aims to raise Alzheimer’s awareness
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN It seemed ironic that participants in Saturday’s Walk
Arum: Pavlik wants Ward
A Feb. 23 date on HBO is a possbility Staff report Youngstown After beating three journeymen
1,730-pound Pa. pumpkin takes prize at Ohio Valley weigh-off
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com CANFIELD More than 40 giant pumpkins were lined up
Kokrak, tied for third in PGA’s Frys.com
Staff/wire report SAN MARTIN, Calif. Warren JFK High Jason Kokrak shot a 4-under-par 67 on
Aquinas overwhelms East
By ED PUSKAS epuskas@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jim Vivo was too sick to coach on Saturday and the
Cuts loom if Mahoning County voters reject bus levy, WRTA chief says
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A five-year 0.25-percent sales tax renewal in
Annual Halloween event at Jennings to celebrate bats
Staff report Slippery Rock, Pa. The Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road,
Mahoning Valley volunteers to be recognized at celebration
Staff report Vienna The HandsOn Volun-teer Network, along with WFMJ-TV 21 and the Our Valley’s
Both parties 'messed' up, Ryan tells Youngstown crowd
Vice presidential-hopeful Paul Ryan visits St. Vincent De Paul Society, next to The Vindicator in downtown Youngstown, after his Saturday morning appearance at Youngstown State University. He and his family donned aprons and helped the staff wash dishes.
Tuberculosis and children’s agencies seek levy renewals in Mahoning County
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Voters in Mahoning County will find
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT 21 years in Marines CANFIELD Marine Corps Lt. Col. Paul R. Mogg, a
METRO DIGEST || Shred event Saturday in Austintown
Shred event Saturday AUSTINTOWN Cintas Corp. has organized a shred event at Associated School
Saturday’s area colleges games
Mount Union 62, Capital 0 ALLIANCE Mount Union senior defensive back Isaiah Scott returned two
Saturday’s other big ten games
Iowa 19, Michigan State 16 EAST LANSING, MICH. Kirk Ferentz would have been celebrating this
Shuttle inches toward its final home
Associated Press LOS ANGELES At every turn of Endeavour’s stop-and-go commute through urban
Saturday’s Mid-American Conference games
Kent State 31, Army 17 WEST POINT, N.Y. Dri Archer rushed for 222 yards — including an explosive
Goal-line stand stops Stanford
Associated Press SOUTH BEND, Ind. Notre Dame knew what was coming. Stanford doesn’t get cute
Prep Volleyball roundup
Canfield 25-25-25-25, Liberty 14-13-27-21 CANFIELD Seniors Nicole Luklan and Sabrina Mangapora
Today’s entertainment picks:
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‘Red Death’ production lacks obvious direction
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In the spirit of Halloween, The
Money trumps good sense
Opinion: If you had any doubt about money being the root of all political evil, you need only look at the
Hunt for a job at sea stopped by passport
Miami Herald MIAMI As an unemployed yoga instructor, Cynthia Cutler was excited to get an
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. I was fortunate to have seen Andy Williams several times in Branson, Mo. I was saddened to hear
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Oct. 6
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Casual Vacancy” by J.K. Rowling (Little, Brown) 2. “Mad River” by John
Addams family show is kooky, entertaining
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Everyone knows the Addams family. You
Transfer cassette tapes to CDs
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A BALLET MILESTONE
By REBECCA NIEMINEN SLOAN entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For five decades, Ballet Western
Pop culture Q&A
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Layaway becomes a better option for some
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Food safety rules save lives
Opinion: By Paul Schwarz McClatchy-Tribune My father was a World War II veteran, double Purple Heart
Manufacturing woes
Chicago Tribune CHICAGO Jim Ellis had a job with benefits but gave it up for a shot at something
Highest-rated online retailers include B&H Photo, REI
Overall, shoppers are satisfied with online shopping — but some sites do a better job than others
BUSINESS DIGEST || Maurice’s to show its remodeled store
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Travel forecast summary
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Career Paths & LimelightS
Economic development Team Northeast Ohio has elected Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President
No bounce for business travel
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. companies are continuing to cut back on employee travel plans
US Rep. Tim Ryan’s experience, insights needed more than ever in hyper-partisan D.C.
Editorial: Perhaps it’s the political reali- ty that the 13th congressional district is one of the most
Bowyer earns first Chase victory
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. Clint Bowyer picked up his first win in the Chase for the Sprint
ROSEMOND || Boy fears mom
McClatchy Newspapers I recently received a letter from a grandmother who told me that her 14-year-
Winter survival guide
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METRO DIGEST || Roast for Judge Douglas
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Poland’s Sines finished tied for 23rd in state golf
By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com Although competing as one of 12 individuals, Poland junior
The Yankees rally to force extra innings
Associated Press NEW YORK Raul Ibanez struck again. The New York Yankees’ sudden slugger hit
Cards at loss to explain incredible rallies
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO As many times as he gets asked, Cardinals closer Jason Motte
Agenda Monday
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Married couple have books on the market
Staff report A husband and wife, both writers, have their books on the Amazon Best Sellers’ List
Browns desperately seeking first victory
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Browns are about to change owners. That may not be good for their
Maplewood runners excel at Sim Earich
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Cortland The Maplewood High boys cross country dominated at
MAHONING COUNTY LEVIES
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Buckeyes escape major scare
Associated Press BLOOMINGTON, IND. Braxton Miller had all the offensive answers for No. 8 Ohio
Area bowling scores
Highlights — Teri Haefke had 289-800 in Wedgewood Ladies Trio on Oct. 2. 700s Amron — Jason
Delphi retirees won’t forget
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WRTA SALES TAX RENEWAL
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Today in history
Today is Sunday, Oct. 14, the 288th day of 2012. There are 78 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
US, allies monitoring Syria’s chemical arsenal
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More Prep soccer
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A walk to unwind your ways
Opinion: A favorite place for family walks is Poland Forest, and has been since our first days in the Valley.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Obama preps for debate; Romney seeks Ohio votes
Associated Press PORTSMOUTH, Ohio Republicans Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan went back to school on
College football at a glance
EAST Albany (NY) 36, St. Francis (Pa.) 13 Albright 45, FDU-Florham 0 Bloomsburg 48, East
QUOTABLE HENRIK ZETTERBERG, Red Wings forward, on why the NHL lockout won’t end soon:
“They don’t want to honor the contracts that we have now. We are not ready to give up that.”
Rafael dumps rain
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MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORS Chiropractic Jim Morgenstern has received his doctor of chiropractic from
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Automotive Credit Corp. of Ohio v. Dwayne Hazlett,
Saturday, October 13 (109 stories)
Shred your documents next Saturday in Austintown
Cintas Corp. has organized a shred event at Associated School Employees Credit Union, 1690 S. Canfield-Niles Road.
UPDATE: Paul Ryan at YSU; Vindy's Dave Skolnick on MSNBC
Paul Ryan tells YSU crowd: Nation can be No. 1 in manufacturing
Gardening through winter series continues Tuesday
The Ohio State University Extension Gardening Adventure Series continues Tuesday with a program focusing on soils, growing herbs indoors, hydrangeas and more at McMahon Hall, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, state Route 46, directly across from the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Kokrak tied for third in PGA event
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Today's fundraising walk drew patients, families dealing with Alzheimer's
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Toast-and-roast for retired Judge Douglas Friday
There will be a toast-and-roast celebration for Judge Robert A. Douglas Jr., who retired in the summer from Youngstown Municipal Court.
5 Mahoning towns get leaf collection funds
Mahoning County commissioners approved the distribution of $22,000 among five communities for leaf collection this fall.
YSU leads Illinois State 28-21 after three quarters
YSU leads Illinois State 28-21 after three quarters.
Church sponsors Apple Butter Fest
Church sponsors Apple Butter Fest LAKE MILTON The 9th Annual Apple Butter Fest will be all day
Club celebrates National Business Women’s Week
YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Business & Professional Women’s Club and Business and Professional Women’s
Wolves Club installs new officers at ceremony
YOUNGSTOWN Anthony DeNiro, former assistant superintendent of school business affairs for the
Good luck figuring out candidates' tax plans
Good luck figuring out whether Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney would cut or raise your taxes if he's elected president. President Barack Obama promises tax reform, too, but precious little detail.
Attempts to suppress voting irks ex-judge Nate Jones
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com GIRARD Retired U.S. Sixth District Court of Appeals
Poland shuts down Hubbard
By greg gulas sports@vindy.com POLAND You have to go back to the 2006 season to find the last
Penguins’ season wasn’t lost against NDSU
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Warren Officer Harrell's alertness thwarts abduction of boy, 3
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NILES Warren Patrolman Ben Harrell went to work a couple of
Harding throws back Clev. Heights
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com WARREN For the Cleveland Heights game, the Warren Harding
Youth league deems Rayen rental price out of range
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A youth football league wanted to use the new
Historic-district concerns stall YSU wind turbine project
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A project to install wind turbines behind
Struthers finally gets past Canfield
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com STRUTHERS From pre-game ceremonies recognizing Struthers
Reardon to face election charges
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com COLUMBUS Former Mahoning County Treasurer John B.
Cooper powers W. Reserve Blue Devils
By ryan jones sports@vindy.com BERLIN CENTER As Tim Cooper stood with the rest of his senior
Phantoms flat while Saints sizzle
Two quick goals help Dubuque snap Youngstown’s winning streak By TOM WILLIAMS
Youngstown students give up day off to learn lessons in teamwork
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Eighth grader Jarell Thompson wants to help
2 charged in LaBrae High trespassing incident
Staff report WARREN Two men were arraigned in Warren Municipal Court on Friday on one
Ohio Veterans HOF set to induct Warren Councilman Bob Dean
Staff report WARREN Bob Dean, Warren City Council president and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force,
SR 165 not expected to reopen until late November
The Ohio Department of Transportation expects the state Route 165 bridge that crosses over state Route 11 in Beaver Township to remain closed through late November. ODOT is replacing the bridge as part of a $2.3 million project.
48 juniors chosen for youth leadership class
Staff report Youngstown Forty-eight high school juniors from Mahoning and Trumbull counties were
Army looks to build momentum for second consecutive victory
Associated Press WEST POINT, N.Y. Army finally has something positive to build on, even if the
Paul Ryan at YSU
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‘Seven Psychopaths’ takes a shot at Hollywood Bloody good fun
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers The writer-director of “In Bruges,” the playwright turned
Ursuline dominates S. Vincent
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Recovering fumbles and scoring defensive
Administrator hired for Trumbull child-support enforcement agency
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County commissioners have hired Atty. Daniel
Today’s entertainment picks:
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church history | Through the years
“The church isn’t a building. It’s the people.” This old saying is a mantra at St. Luke Church, 5235
RELIGION DIGEST || First Friday Club
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North Dakota pyramid?
Opinion: Minot (N.D.) Daily News: We know western North Dakota is in need of more housing, but a pyramid?
Bob & Chuck Eddy looks for new location
Staff report Austintown After record Chrysler sales nationwide and posting strong local gains
Same speech, different day
Opinion: COLUMBUS Random thoughts following another week of presidential and presidential contender visits
Selected local stocks
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Shuttle treks through LA streets
Associated Press LOS ANGELES It’s a surreal sight residents won’t soon forget: A hulking space
news shows
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Travel bank update
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“the walking dead” (10 a.m., amc): There’s no better way to prepare yourself for
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Polivka has earned re-election as commissioner in Trumbull
Editorial: With two terms in office under his belt, Trumbull County Commission Dan Polivka has a record of
New-vehicle sales in Valley down from 2011
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The sale of new vehicles in the Mahoning Valley continues to lag behind
Wasted summers hurt young
Opinion: By Gary Huggins McClatchy-Tribune Every fall, students across the nation welcome a new school
Canfield IGA closes its doors
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com CANFIELD After decades in business, the doors closed on
Led Zep film coming to theaters
Staff report “Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day,” the concert film of a two-hour-plus show the band
Elvis’ estate on market for $13M
Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. The former Beverly Hills home of the late Elvis Presley and his
‘Breaking Bad’ gets inside the real-life meth trade
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK News of drug cartels mass-producing souped-up
FAMILY AT 50
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com boardman Parishioners recite the stewardship prayer at
Feds: Man had files on how to kill
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A teacher arrested at Los Angeles International Airport wearing a
Mother gets 99-year sentence for beating daughter, gluing her hands
Associated Press DALLAS A Dallas woman who beat her 2-year-old daughter and glued the toddler’s
Romney blasts Biden on Libya
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Broadening his attack on administration foreign policy, Mitt
Steelers battered, bruised after loss to Tennessee
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Max Starks stood in the midst of an equally parts stunned and
Pakistani police make arrests in shooting of teen activist
Associated Press MINGORA, Pakistan Pakistani police have arrested a number of suspects in the
Haden ready to make amends for Browns
Associated Press BEREA With a selfish act, Joe Haden damaged more than his reputation. In
Sore Buckeyes look to maintain hex on Hoosiers
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Urban Meyer may not know the brutal details of all those previous
Show goes on at Charlotte without Dale Jr.
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. Dale Earnhardt Jr. grew up one town away from Charlotte Motor
15 states back Ohio on voting
Associated Press COLUMBUS Fifteen states and several military organizations announced their
Four players file bounty appeals to NFL
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS All four players punished in the NFL’s bounty investigation have
Pastoral anniversary
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Mindful people dwell in present
Have you ever experienced talking with someone — at a party, on the street or some other busy place
KSU announces new nursing program at Trumbull campus
Staff report Champion The Kent State University College of Nursing has announced that a new
KSU to honor YSU chairman
Staff report Youngstown Adam Earnheardt, chairman of the Youngstown State University
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newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Apprentice’ returns with 14 all-stars NEW YORK NBC’s “The Celebrity Apprentice” is
3 MCCTC students finish YSU summer internships
Staff report Canfield While classmates were enjoying the start of summer break, three
Home Savings lays off workers
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Home Savings and Loan Co. on Thursday
Four plead guilty in tax-fraud case
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Four Mahoning Valley residents have pleaded guilty in a tax fraud
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Oct. 13, the 287th day of 2012. There are 79 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
5 towns get funds for leaf collection
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners approved the distribution of $22,000 among
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Aaron and Kimberly Gilliland, Hermitage, Pa., boy, Oct. 9.
GAO report gives mixed message on drilling
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Shale gas and oil drilling pose environmental and public-health
JFK goes the distance to learn
Staff report Warren The John F. Kennedy Catholic School MedPREP Program partnered with the
YSU plans activities for Crash Day
Staff report Youngstown Prospective students, parents, family and friends will learn about the
Cortland, Howland TAX LEVIES ON NOV. 6 BALLOT
Cortland Police Levy Amount: 3-mill continuing replacement levy Revenue: $405,000annually
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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MBA sessions planned this week
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Niles rebounds with rally past Howland
By Steve ruman sports@vindy.com HOWLAND One week after having its perfect season come to a
METRO DIGEST || Out of the Darkness walk
Mental illness walk YOUNGSTOWN Hundreds of Mahoning Valley residents will unite to shed light on
Cavaliers Bulls preseason game jkdfskjasdfjklsfdjks
Associated Press CHAMPAIGN, ILL. Dion Waiters scored 18 points while Anderson Varejao added
New Castle police shoot hostage taker
Staff report new castle, Pa. Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the shooting of a
Fit For Seniors
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A collaboration between the township’s senior
Trumbull SWCD hands out 62nd annual awards
Staff Report CORTLAND Four people and two businesses were recognized for the contributions to
Logano wins; Ryan Blaney 14th in Nationwide
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. It’s hard to bet against Joey Logano these days when it comes to
Third-quarter push leads Mooney
By Steve Wilaj sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN For the first three quarters Friday night, the
birthdays
birthdays Actress Melinda Dillon is 73. Musician Paul Simon is 71. Actress Pamela Tiffin is 70.
Raiders overcome mistakes in victory
By RYAN BUCK sports@vindy.com NORTH LIMA The South Range Raiders made their fair share of
Grand jury gets Hubbard man’s felonious assault case
Staff Report GIRARD A Hubbard resident accused of running over a Pennsylvania man with a vehicle
Bus driver gets suspended for punching rider
Associated Press CLEVELAND A transit bus driver in Cleveland has been suspended after a video
More Friday prep football results
Independents Brookfield 49, Conneaut 6 CONNEAUT Jeremy Quinlan threw three touchdown passes
Weather, courses humble golfers
Staff report Columbus Unseasonably cold weather, challenging pin placements and the overall
Cortland, Howland voters face levies
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com HOWLAND Police replacement levies will be decided by Howland
Jefferson’s big-play strikes too much for Champion
By VINCE PELUSO Ashtabula Star Beacon JEFFERSON Anyone who has seen Jefferson play knows the
Authorities on soil, ponds address SWCD banquet
Staff report CANFIELD Soil characteristics can be critical to whether a pond succeeds or fails
Another Yankees-Orioles series turns on HR call
Associated Press NEW YORK Yankees-Orioles. Playoffs. Disputed home run to right field. Yankees
MAHONING COUNTY | This week’s indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments for these people this week. Steven Schefer, 27,
Gunshot fired into office for Obama
Gunshot fired into office for Obama WASHINGTON Denver police say someone fired a shot through
Haggerty, Lee to vie for state tourney berths
Staff report CANTON Warren JFK’s Lauren Lee and Cardinal Mooney’s Kacy Haggerty will play for
Boardman stumbles; Jackson rumbles
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Massillon Jackson High football team struck first
Grant to help Boardman cops target violators of traffic laws
Staff report BOARDMAN The township police chief announced the department is receiving $42,323 in
Cardinals rally with 4 runs in ninth to oust Nationals
Associated Press Washington Doesn’t matter how bad things look for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Friday, October 12 (153 stories)
Recovery of global economy is marathon that could take years, IMF chief tells leaders
Despite making progress on getting its fiscal house in order, the United States still has much work to do, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner told fellow financial leaders Saturday. The comment came just hours after the U.S. government announced that the budget deficit had topped $1 trillion for a fourth straight year despite a modest improvement thanks to stronger economic growth.
Judge Jones: Supreme Court's move to states rights threatens civil rights
Retired U.S. Sixth District Court of Appeals Judge Nathaniel R. Jones urged the local NAACP chapter to resist the modern movement to restrict voting rights.
New Castle man hospitalized after being shot by New Castle police
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the shooting of a suspect in a hostage situation, and officers involved are on administrative leave.
15 state AGs, some military join Ohio AG in appeal of early voting ruling
Fifteen states and several military organizations announced their support for Ohio’s elections chief this evening in a dispute over early voting, which is being appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court.
AG alleges Pa. pharmacist took 37K pills from work
AG alleges Pa. pharmacist took 37K pills from work
Gov. Kasich seeks applications for Ohio Supeme Court vacancy
Gov. Kasich seeks applications for Ohio Supreme Court vacancy
Former Mahoning County official John Reardon indicted in Franklin County
Former Mahoning County official John Reardson indicted in Franklin County
Man arrested in Youngstown in connection with NYC murder
Man arrested in Youngstown in connection with NYC murder YOUNGSTOWN The Northern Ohio Violent
Man critical after being shot by New Castle police officers
Man critical after being shot by New Castle police officers
Troopers investigate one-car crash on I-680
Troopers investigate one-car crash on I-680 YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio State Highway Patrol is
Ex-firefighter pleads guilty in fatal Conn. arson
Ex-firefighter pleads guilty in fatal Conn. arson HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A former volunteer
DA wants more charges in chef’s Lamborghini case
DA wants more charges in chef’s Lamborghini case SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (AP) — Prosecutors are calling
Authorities shift focus in missing Colo. girl case, seek apparent kidnapper
Authorities shift focus in missing Colo. girl case
Akron hospital fires workers after patient shooting
Akron hospital fires workers after patient shooting
Retirement celebration Oct. 19 for Judge Robert A. Douglas Jr.
Retirement celebration Oct. 19 for Judge Robert Douglas Jr.
Alert Warren officer finds missing boy in Lordstown
Alert Warren officer finds missing boy in Lordstown NILES Niles police and many people across
Transit group says teen stole, drove Cleveland bus
Transit group says teen stole, drove Cleveland bus
Thieves take $1,000 in perfume from Ohio outlet mall
Thieves take $1,000 in perfume from Ohio outlet mall
Space shuttle embarks on 12-mile trip to LA museum
Space shuttle embarks on 12-mile trip to LA museum
Rottweilers maul Ohio owner's 2 nieces during walk
Rottweilers maul Ohio owner's 2 nieces during walk
2-year-old Niles boy in stolen car is safe, suspect in custody
2-year-old Niles boy in stolen car is safe, suspect in custody
LOUIE TODAY: VP debate review, international biz in Valley, Editor Todd
Vindy Editor Todd Franko co-hosts with Louie today, reviewing last night's VP debat and the week's news and looking forward to Sunday and beyond.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday
Fowler UMC offers chicken-pie dinner
Fowler UMC offers chicken-pie dinner FOWLER Fowler United Methodist Church, 3426 Youngstown-
Hubbard Alumni Association to host 25th Anniversary
HUBBARD Hubbard Alumni Association will host its 25th Anniversary Alumni Celebration on Saturday
Home Depot volunteers spruce up Struthers AMVETS
Nearly 100 Home Depot employees from two states used their days off giving a second face lift to the AMVETS Post 44 Career Center.
MIKE SKRINJAR’S UNUSUAL APPROACH YIELDS RESULTS
In 2010, Southern High football was at a crossroads. On the field, the program was showing signs of life following decades of despair. After going 27 consecutive years without a winning season, the Indians broke through in 2006 with a 6-4 mark. The ‘07 team finished 2-8, but that was followed by seasons of 7-3 and 5-5
Youngstown OKs $450K to NAMII
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control approved
YSU, Illinois State in similar situations
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Their normally-explosive offense sputtered last
Talented trio keys Hubbard
It’s not often that a high school team, in any sport, has more than one or two standouts. This is not the case with the Hubbard High volleyball team.
Recycling success ironically lowers Mahoning Green Team’s green
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Solid Waste Management
Battle of unbeatens ahead for Phantoms
Off to their best start in four seasons in the USHL, the Youngstown Phantoms (4-0-0) will face another unbeaten team this weekend at the Covelli Centre.
Holiday toy drive seeks more bikes for tots in Valley
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com VIENNA Marine Corps veteran Harry Dampf has become the
YSU men will play Hiram at Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngs-town State men’s basketball team will play at the Covelli
Nonstudents enter LaBrae High, triggering a lockdown of school
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com leavittsburg LaBrae High School was on lockdown for 90 minutes
Newton Falls 'ace' set for state
Last fall, Logan Beechy accomplished a feat of which every golfer dreams.
ACTION plans seek to strengthen Valley
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An alliance of church congregations outlined
Firefighters open Hubbard station for public review
Local firefighters allowed families to get a close-up look at their equipment and their station Thursday.
Niles schools chief explains 2 reasons for early departure
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Schools Superintendent Mark Robinson, whose resignation
Biden, Ryan deliver fiery debate on Libya, jobs, abortion
In stark contrast to last week's presidential debate, Vice President Joe Biden and VP-hopeful Paul Ryan clashed from start to finish Thursday night in Kentucky on jobs, the economy, foreign policy, troop withdrawal, health care and abortion.
‘Sinister’ generates little fear
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers “Sinister” goes about as far as a horror movie can with just
A new foreign policy needed
Opinion: On Monday, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney delivered a foreign policy speech to cadets
Who’s leading in the 6th?
Opinion: A poll conducted on behalf of U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson and the National Republican Congressional
If uniformity is the goal: Stop fighting it, start providing it
Editorial: In a press release announcing his intention to appeal a decision by the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals
“halloween tricked out” (8 p.m., hgtv): “Halloween Tricked Out” is a fun
“halloween tricked out” (8 p.m., hgtv): “Halloween Tricked Out” is a fun special that features
Selected local stocks
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First-class postage to go up 1 cent in ’13
First-class postage to go up 1 cent in ’13 WASHINGTON It’ll cost another penny to mail a letter
US targets finances of violent street gang MS-13
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration declared the ultra- violent street gang
Beaver Twp. to get state grant for waterline
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com NORTH LIMA A number of Mahoning County residents who
21 accused of selling meds on Craigslist
Associated Press NEW YORK The Craigslist ad offered black-market Percocet pills for sale but
‘Argo’ pulls it off
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Ben Affleck is closing in on the perfect thriller.
Meningitis death toll climbs to 14
Associated Press WASHINGTON Federal health officials have tracked down 12,000 of the roughly
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “The Masque of the Red Death,” 7:30 p.m.: An adaptation of the
Gruff, goofy Kevin James goes ‘Boom’
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Kid-friendly funnyman Kevin James is at his cuddliest in
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Craig Beach Council Health and Welfare committee, 10 a.m., municipal building,
PUCO OKs sale of bonds by FirstEnergy
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
Fewer layoffs no longer sign of hiring
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declining applications for unemployment benefits typically have
Crackdown on the rowdies
Opinion: Crackdown on the rowdies Charleston Gazette: Some West Virginia University students — supposedly
US Embassy worker fatally shot
Associated Press SAN‘A, Yemen A drive-by shooting Thursday that killed a top Yemeni security
newsmakers
newsmakers Tom Hanks to make his Broadway debut NEW YORK Tom Hanks will play a gutsy New York
birthdays
birthdays Comedian-activist Dick Gregory is 80. Singer Sam Moore of Sam and Dave is 77. “Fox News
Dems lead in battleground voter registration
Associated Press WASHINGTON A robust registration push by President Barack Obama’s re-election
Turkey: Syrian jet was carrying ammunition
Associated Press ANKARA, Turkey Escalating tensions with Russia, Turkey defended its forced
Ben and Emma mark Halloween
Ben and Emma mark Halloween boardman The Farmers National Bank mannequins, known as Ben and
Giants complete comeback
Associated Press CINCINNATI Not just any comeback would get San Francisco back to playing for a
This week’s Q&A Hubbard’s Brian Hoffman
Hubbard High knocked off previously undefeated Niles last week, a big win for the Eagles and coach
oddly enough
oddly enough NW Pa. man honored for perfect Rotary attendance BRADFORD, Pa. Robert Kirk has
Manningham to face former team
Newsday Mario Manningham said there are a lot of games on the San Francisco 49ers’ schedule
West Side man indicted in shooting
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has handed up an indictment against an 18
Wendy’s updating its logo
Associated Press NEW YORK Wendy’s pigtails are getting a tweak. For the first time since
Concussion sidelines Junior for two races
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. Dale Earnhardt Jr. knew he had suffered a concussion in an August
PLAYERS OF THE WEEK || Rayfield Bell, Corey Deal
Rayfield Bell east PLAYER FACT: Rayfield Bell hadn’t played quarterback in 16 games entering
Ex-owner of pharmacy gets a new court date
Staff report WARREN Ken Overholt, former Champion Township trustee and former owner of
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Rookie QB: ‘Ego thing’ to blame for nine picks
Associated Press BEREA Five games, nine interceptions and numerous other mistakes into his NFL
Gerberry, Boardman schools official vie for 59th Ohio House District seat
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN State Rep. Ronald V. Gerberry of Austintown, a
Crash victim ID’d
Crash victim ID’d YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County coroner has identified the man killed in a
Tickets for Ryan’s town hall at YSU available today
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Those wanting to attend Saturday’s town-hall
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Oct. 12, the 286th day of 2012. There are 80 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sister Jerome’s new challenge
Opinion: Sister Jerome’s new challenge It was music to my ears to hear of “Sister Jerome’s Ministry.” It
Hearing to address plan to cut inspection funding
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A public hearing is set Tuesday on a draft
Your team and your friends can be Blitz stars
Your team and your friends can be stars in the Vindy’s Blitz section every Friday! Each week in
On the air | This weekend on TV and radio
TODAY 3 p.m. (Root) “Inside Notre Dame Football.” 3:30 p.m. (STO) High school football: “Ohio
Taking offense at the spread
Please don’t think I am whining here, but I am having trouble coming to grips with the Ohio State
2 die in Trumbull auto accidents
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com HARTFORD The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Southington Post is
volleyball roundup | Thursday’s other games
Boardman 26-22-22-25-15, Lake 24-25-25-14-9 UNIONTOWN Megan Volosin had 19 kills and seven digs,
Playoff chases are taking shape
If only a handful of Mahoning Valley football teams are alive for Week 13, the results from Week 7
NAMII has inaugural meeting
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Officials from across the country traveled
Settlement cancels Layshock ethics case
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com RAVENNA A trial in Ravenna Municipal Court scheduled for
5 from Valley to face federal gun charges
Staff report CLEVELAND Federal firearms charges have been filed against four Youngstown men and
Klein works his way back with Buckeyes
By Doug Lesmerises Cleveland Plain Dealer COLUMBUS Six games into the season, it’s hard to
soccer roundup | Thursday’s matches
BOYS Austintown Fitch 4, Boardman 1 AUSTINTOWN Fitch (15-0) reeled off four unanswered goals
ESPN analyst Cook dies at 81
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Beano Cook, the college football commentator with an encyclopedic
Werth’s homer forces Game 5
Associated Press WASHINGTON A little less than two years ago, the Washington Nationals showered
Yankees-Orioles need extra innings again
Associated Press NEW YORK Baltimore’s bullpen escaped a two-on jam with no outs in the eighth as
Titans down Steelers, 26-23
Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. Rob Bironas kicked his fourth field goal, a 40-yarder as time
Stacy Lorey, Ryan Teets plan nuptials
Daniel and Brenda Lorey of Negley are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Stacy L. Lorey of
Watson students get visit from 49ers
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Members of the San Francisco 49ers football team surprised
Danielle McEvey, Kyle Hoffman to wed Oct. 13
Paul and Loretta McEvey of Boardman and Mark and Aprile Hoffman of Newton Falls are announcing the
Bozick-Booth nuptials set for Oct. 13 in Warren
Sarah Anne Bozick and Tyler Daniel Booth, both of Austintown, are announcing their engagement. The
Austintown Community Briefs
Fall apple activity Sugar Showcase will be hosting its first fall Children’s Activity Day today
Austintown Sports Briefs
AMS volleyball loses The Austintown Middle School eighth-grade volleyball team lost to Poland
Oct. nuptials set by Miss Stevens, Mr. Taormina
Former Boardman residents Arthur E. III and Michele Stevens of Pompano Beach are announcing the
Austintown Bounce Halloween party
Valley children, dressed as their favorite superhero, princess or monster, are invited to gather at
Ramdin-Thornton nuptials are set for October 20
Sivanand and Susan Ramdin of Canfield are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of their
Serenko-Fender wedding will be October event
Chuck and Carol Serenko of New Middletown, and Tom and Holly Fender of Poland, are announcing the
Boardman ‘Lube’ hosts bike night
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Motorcyclists rode in for some fun during Boardman Quaker
Electronics recycling collection attracts hundreds
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Township and the Mahoning County Green Team
Blackburn residents visit Little Red Schoolhouse
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Residents of the Blackburn Home, located at 6 Botsford St.,
Poland Sports Briefs
Youth soccer season continues The Thunder Ducks saw Marlie Klucher score a goal this week and Gina
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman boys soccer has winning record The Boardman High School boys soccer team now stands at
Boardman Community Briefs
Shepherd of the Valley art show is Oct. 18 The first Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman resident art
Name: Tori Edwards
Name: Tori Edwards Instrument: Percussion (Cymbals) Q. When did you start playing your
Senior salute: Band edition
Names: Ashlee Weaver and Alek BallInstrument(s): Ashlee: Flute, Piccolo; Alek: Saxophone, Bassoon
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday night writers to meet Area writers are invited to attend Monday Night Writers group this
Bookstore hosts American Girl event
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Barnes and Noble journeyed through a sea of adventure and
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield hockey hosts open sessions Canfield Hockey will be hosting a no-cost open house to all
CVMS students show school spirit
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Canfield Village Middle School celebrated Spirit
CLC 100-pound team posts shutout
CLC 100-pound team posts shutout The 100-pound Canfield Little Cardinals finished the regular
Hockey boosters sponsor fundraiser
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Hockey Boosters sponsored its first Canfield
Poland Sports Briefs
Little Red Schoolhouse hosting visitors Poland’s Little Red Schoolhouse will be open on Oct. 14
120s shutout by Canfield Little Cards
120s shutout by Canfield Little Cards The 120-pound Little Falcons (2-6) ran into a powerful
Student Leo Club begins season of service
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School Leo Club is dedicated to community
Union students get a kick out of Tae Kwon Do
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Union Elementary School students pushed their bodies and
Shepherd resident gets Second Wind Dream
BY EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindjy.com Faye Hawk enjoyed a day of cool air and fishing with
Poland frosh shut out Howland
Poland frosh shut out Howland The Poland freshman football team dominated in all facets of the
Middle school PTA honors teachers with lunch
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Austintown Middle School PTA members honored the school’s
Fitch homecoming provides stress-free night
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Fitch High School students danced the night away during the
Local student raises funds for ‘Team Timko’
Kirsten Pesa, who has been raising funds for “Team Timko” for several years, is organizing a garage
Bookstore hosts American Girl event
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Barnes and Nobles journeyed through a sea of adventure and
Austintown library offers teen programs
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com The Austintown library offered its PS2sday program on Oct. 2
Toddlers learn during ‘Baby Brilliant’
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Toddlers and their parents laughed and played together
Thursday, October 11 (128 stories)
Tonight's contentious VP debate stark contrast to Obama-Romney performance
At odds early and often, Joe Biden and Republican Paul Ryan squabbled over the economy, taxes, Medicare and more tonight in a contentious, interruption-filled debate. "That is a bunch of malarkey," the vice president retorted after a particularly tough Ryan attack on the administration's foreign policy.
ACTION discusses employment, education and quality of life at tonight's meeting
An alliance of church congregations outlined what has been done and what should be done to help the Mahoning Valley.
Intense verbal sparring in VP debate came quickly tonight
At odds in an instant, Republican Paul Ryan cited the death of the U.S. ambassador in Libya as evidence Thursday night that the administration's foreign policy is unraveling.
Public hearing on Mahoning County Solid Waste Management plan is Tuesday
Public hearing on Mahoning County Solid Waste Management plan is Tuesday
Fed firearms charges filed against 5 Mahoning Valley men
Fed firearms charges filed against 5 Mahoning Valley men
Volunteers needed to install smoke detectors in Warren homes
Volunteers needed to install smoke detectors in Warren homes WARREN HandsOn Volunteer Network of
Defense wants more time in Colorado shooting case
Defense wants more time in Colorado shooting case CENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) — A hearing to decide if
ABC’s Robin Roberts home from hospital
ABC’s Robin Roberts home from hospital NEW YORK (AP) — ABC’s Robin Roberts has come home from the
CEO: Cause of deadly Miami garage collapse unknowns
CEO: Cause of deadly Miami garage collapse unknowns MIAMI (AP) — The CEO of a construction firm
Oil prices up as Turkey-Syria tension rises
Oil prices up as Turkey-Syria tension rises Oil prices are up, rising above $92 per barrel as
Beano Cook, college football historian, ESPN commentator, dies at 81
Beano Cook, college football historian, ESPN commentator, dies at 81
Hundreds complain over obscured ballots in Cleveland area
Hundreds complain over obscured ballots in Cleveland area
NYers charged with selling meds on Craigslist
NYers charged with selling meds on Craigslist NEW YORK (AP) — Authorities in New York City have
Lawyer: Video doesn’t justify shooting of student
Lawyer: Video doesn’t justify shooting of student MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A lawyer for the family
Boardman Township police get fed grant to target speeders
Boardman Township police get fed grant to target speeders
Parents seek to sue VaTech chief for ’07 massacre
Parents seek to sue VaTech chief for ’07 massacre RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The parents of two Virginia
Mahoning County passes out money to help with leaf collections
Mahoning County passes out money to help with leaf collections YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Police: 3rd victim of Fla. garage collapse dies
Police: 3rd victim of Fla. garage collapse dies MIAMI (AP) — Miami-Dade police say a third person
7th man dies after Minn. company shooting in Sept.
7th man dies after Minn. company shooting in Sept. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Family members of a man shot
Coroner, Youngstown police mum on crash victim’s name
Coroner, Youngstown police mum on crash victim’s name YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police and the
Two killed in Trumbull County crashes
Two killed in Trumbull County crashes By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com HARTFORD The Ohio State
S. Sudan to introduce mobile courts to clear cases
S. Sudan to introduce mobile courts to clear cases JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — To fight a backlog of
Police: Search continues for missing Colorado girl
Police: Search continues for missing Colorado girl WESTMINSTER, Colo. (AP) — Police in Colorado
Slain Pa. officer's canine may go to his family
Slain Pa. officer’s canine may go to his family NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — The canine partner of a
Driver crashes into nearly 2 dozen cars
Driver crashes into nearly 2 dozen cars PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Investigators say a driver who may
Man honored for perfect Rotary attendance-52 1/2 years
Man honored for perfect Rotary attendance—52 1/2 years BRADFORD, Pa. (AP) — Robert Kirk has spent
LOUIE TODAY: Strickland, Blakeman on VP debate; 2 authors
Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland returns to Brainfood From the Heartland to preview tonight's vice presidential debate with Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, from the Democrats' perspective.
Clarification noted for Wharry wedding
Clarification noted for Wharry wedding The former Adrianne Logozzo, who married Brian Wharry on
Tammy Bernard, David Lipkovich will wed Oct. 20
Tammy Bernard and David Lipkovich, both of Girard, are announcing their engagement.
Glass-Bonner wedding set for Nov. 10 in Georgia
POLAND Gary and Bonnie Bonner of Poland are announcing the engagement of their son, Adam Lee
Kira A. Sanders to be bride of Ty Henkaline
COLUMBIANA James and Barbara Sanders of Columbiana are announcing the engagement and upcoming
TCTC studies land deal for solar project
By the middle of this winter, a crop of solar-collection panels could begin to emerge on 10 of the 30 acres of farmland between the state Route 5 bypass and the Trumbull Career and Technical Center.
POLAND PAIR TO STATE | Sines set for second appearance
Poland’s Rachel Sines aims to prove the old adage rings true this weekend as she’s heading to Columbus for the Division II Girls State Golf Championships.
Niles BOE selects Danso interim school chief
Frank Danso replaces Mark Robinson, who resigned last week BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com
YSU will try to rebound on road vs. Illinois State
YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State tackle Andrew Radakovich gets some of his best sleep in hotel rooms, so he welcomed coach Eric Wolford’s decision to leave early for this weekend’s game at Illinois State.
Warren dog owner: Accusations were false
Megan Hartford, who lives next door to Tiffany Charlton and Michael Kelley on Hamilton Street Southwest, says, said it “killed” Tiffany to have to reduce her pet population from 11 dogs to four late last month.
YSU coach Slocum addresses height deficiencies
The most talented recruiting class of Jerry Slocum’s tenure stood a few feet away and Youngstown State senior Damian Eargle was having fun sizing them up.
Paul Ryan to conduct town hall at YSU
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan, Republican vice-
Parole board advises Officer Utlak killer Joseph remain in prison
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio Parole Board has recommended that Fred Joseph Jr., one of the two
Phantoms’ plan of changing goalies paying dividends
MUSICAL GOALIES Phantoms’ plan of alternating netminders paying dividends in 4-0 start to season
Boardman man must pay restitution to workers’ comp
Staff report COLUMBUS A Boardman man who had pleaded guilty to working as a landscaper and
Campbell students treated to event at Skate Zone
If you’re a fourth- grader, getting a half-day off from school is swell — but getting to spend that half-day skating?
Annual Special Olympics swim meet planned for Saturday
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com WARREN The ninth annual Kelly Jo Carlson Special
After the Great Recession, recovery still slow
The Mahoning Valley has had reason recently for hope that the long economic crisis has turned a corner, but the pace of the recovery is still painfully slow, and conditions are far from the pre-recession levels of 2007.
Gianna’s Light shines
A local support group brings comfort to those who have lost babies By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
New O’Donold’s pub has old-time charm
The new O’Donold’s in downtown Youngstown is the kind of pub that was once common in the city: long
Teen arraigned
Teen arraigned YOUNGSTOWN Kyle J. Patrick, 17, of Midland Avenue was arraigned in Mahoning
Ryan expects to be target at debate
McClatchy Newspapers ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Paul D. Ryan’s first debate performance was nothing
Recall hampers Toyota comeback
Faulty power-window switches are latest problem Associated Press DETROIT The largest recall in
NIGHTLIFE
Aces Wings, 1738 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-757-3835 Wed: Open mic with Jim DeCapua and
Toyota is recalling 7.43 million vehicles worldwide to fix faulty power-window switches. It’s
Toyota is recalling 7.43 million vehicles worldwide to fix faulty power-window switches. It’s the
State Sen. Cafaro has earned strong support of constituents
Editorial: Class warfare might be a tried- and-true strategy in politics, but if you’re going to resort to it
How exceptional is America?
Opinion: By Ian Reifowitz Special to The Vindicator American Exceptionalism, It’s difficult to divine
Humpty Dumpty over recess
Opinion: “The president shall have power to fill up all vacancies that may happen during the recess of the
New movies this week
NEw this week Argo (R) During the 1979 Iran hostage crisis, a CIA agent leads a daring mission
Film fest features hometown talent
A sampling of feature films, shorts and documentaries, mostly by people with Mahoning Valley roots, will be screened at the inaugural Youngstown Film Festival, which will be this weekend.
Rob Zombie - Marilyn Manson guitarist knows both ends of Twins of Evil tour
John 5 has lived a “More Human than Human” life, playing guitar with everyone from David Lee Roth to Paul Stanley, and Marilyn Manson to Rob Zombie.
“the vampire diaries” (8 p.m., the cw): As Season 4 of “The Vampire
“the vampire diaries” (8 p.m., the cw): As Season 4 of “The Vampire Diaries” opens, Elena (Nina
Remedy reverses infrequent bowel movements
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. I have suffered silently from constipation
HEALTH DIGEST | Girls’ Night Out
Girls’ Night Out WARREN St. Joseph Health Center, Eastland Avenue Southeast, is offering a free
Waging a high-stakes battle for higher ed
Opinion: By Lee C. BOLLINGER AND CLAUDE M. STEELE Los Angeles Times There are good reasons Wednesday’s
Need a reason to vote?
Opinion: Need a reason to vote? I had two run-ins with family members recently that I find hard to
Rundgren keeps it informal and ‘Unpredictable’
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Hello, it’s Todd Rundgren. While it may seem as though
Florida Georgia Line borders on the big-time
There’s something odd about the name of one of the fastest-rising country bands Florida Georgia Line.
newsmakers
newsmakers CBS pulls the plug on ‘Made in Jersey’ NEW YORK The fall TV season has claimed its
Dems getting nervous
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats aren’t just nervous about President Barack Obama’s
US sends forces to Jordan
Associated Press BRUSSELS The United States has sent troops to Jordan to bolster its military
Car accident on South Side leaves 1 dead
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police are investigating a South Side crash that killed one
Fla. college says breach much larger than thought
Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. The confidential information of nearly 300,000 students,
Power plant planned on Mah. River
Staff report nORTH Beaver, pa. LS Power of St. Louis presented plans to build a $750 million
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 25.08 .29 Avalon
Mahoning real-estate tax collections increase in spite of lower valuations
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite a decline in real-estate valuation,
Access to health care
Opinion: The Journal, Martinsburg, W.Va.: Ensuring residents of rural areas have access to health care is an
Event to recognize program participants
Staff report WARREN The Beatitude House’s 10th annual Cornerstone Dinner to recognize donors and
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “All of Her,SDRq feature film directed by Vitaliy Versace. Open casting call
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Steelers look to end road woes against woeful Titans tonight
Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. The Pittsburgh Steelers may have picked the right place to
Blessed Feathers came by their sound the natural way
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Donivan Berube loathes Bon Iver and loves America. But
Taliban shooting of teen sparks outrage
Taliban shooting of teen sparks outrage ISLAMABAD Schools shut their doors in protest and
Folk singer Martin Sexton has election on his mind
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com As election time draws near, folk singer-songwriter
Today in history
Today is Thursday, Oct. 11, the 285th day of 2012. There are 81 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Poll: Johnson has lead
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson has an 8 percentage points lead over
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit St., Youngstown, clothing
Several liquor options on ballot
Staff report WARREN Several local liquor options are on the general election ballot in Trumbull
oddly enough
oddly enough Cop impersonator demanded free food ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Authorities in Florida
Justices question UT's Affirmative Action rankings
Associated Press WASHINGTON Supreme Court justices sharply questioned the University of Texas’
City man sentenced for downtown disturbance
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man who police said has mental
Hubbard man indicted
Hubbard man indicted HUBBARD A Trumbull County grand jury Wednesday indicted a Hubbard Township
Mark Passarello
Mark Passarello Class: Sophomore. State appearance: first. Scoring average: 75.5. Low round:
Property owner: Deal is off the table
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Downtown property owner Lou Frangos says a
Rachel Sines
Rachel Sines Class: Junior. Coach: Judy Young State appearance: second. Scoring average:
OSU offensive linemen gaining notoriety
Associated Press COLUMBUS Andrew Norwell says when he and the rest of Ohio State’s offensive
Ex-NFL star, actor Karras dies at age 77
Associated Press DETROIT Alex Karras was a man of many roles. Fearsome NFL defensive lineman.
Browns’ Fujita blasts commissioner
Akron Beacon Journal BEREA A day after the NFL reduced Browns linebacker Scott Fujita’s three-
Ibanez homers twice as Yanks beat Orioles
Associated Press NEW YORK Bullpen perfection disappeared for the Baltimore Orioles when it
Springfield school officials push for passage of bondSFlb
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD Passage of a bond issue next month would
NHL talks prove fruitless
Associated Press NEW YORK Five hours of talks in two sessions between the NHL and the players’
Passarello taking it all in stride
By ryan BUck sports@vindy.com POLAND After four years of seeing their female counterparts
Accusers include 11 former teammates
Associated Press Lance Armstrong said he wanted to see the names of his accusers. The U.S. Anti-
Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber plans Business Showcase
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The expectation of increased costs keeps a number of businesses from
BUSINESS DIGEST || Ribbon-cutting
Ribbon-cutting howland Paige and Byrnes Insurance will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6 p.m.
Victorian Players present Poe tale
After skipping a year, Edgar Allan Poe will again visit Victorian Players Theater for Halloween.
Wednesday, October 10 (114 stories)
Springfield school officials explain need for K-4 building levy
Passage of a bond issue next month will allow Springfield schools to achieve one of its long-term strategic goals of replacing its elementary school, officials say.
Niles BOE appoints Danso interim superintendent
Niles Board of Education has appointed Frank Danso its interim superintendent for the remainder of the school year.
UPDATE: Paul Ryan to conduct town hall Saturday at YSU
Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan will conduct a town hall Saturday at Youngstown State University, less than 48 hours after his debate with Vice President Joe Biden in Danville, Ky.
Paige and Byrnes Insurance Co. opens new office Thursday
Paige & Byrnes Insurance Co. opens new office Thursday
Minn. man found passed out on Wis. Capitol dome
Minn. man found passed out on Wis. Capitol dome MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Police say a Minnesota man
Rights groups: Ban solitary confinement of youths
Rights groups: Ban solitary confinement of youths NEW YORK (AP) — Two of America’s leading
Youngstown schools set Saturday tailgate event
Youngstown schools set Saturday tailgate event YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown City Schools will host a
Police check possible Wyoming link to missing girl
Police check possible Wyoming link to missing girl WESTMINSTER, Colo. (AP) — Authorities
Chemist in Mass. lab scandal refuses to testify
Chemist in Mass. lab scandal refuses to testify BOSTON (AP) — A chemist at the center of a
NFL lineman and actor Alex Karras dies
NFL lineman and actor Alex Karras dies Alex Karras, former NFL lineman, actor, dies at 77
Students plan protest of shooting on Ala campus
Students plan protest of shooting on Ala campus MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Students are planning a
Tampa Bay’s mystery monkey bites woman on back
Tampa Bay’s mystery monkey bites woman on back ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Wildlife officials in
Bail hearing to be held in Russian electronic scam
Bail hearing to be held in Russian electronic scam HOUSTON (AP) — The owner of a Texas
Mom who glued kid’s hands to wall set to testify
Mom who glued kid’s hands to wall set to testify DALLAS (AP) — A Dallas woman who admitted to
Boy, 10, charged in blaze at retirement home
Boy, 10, charged in blaze at retirement home REEDERS, Pa. (AP) — A 10-year-old boy has been
School probing pics of DJ holding bras
School probing pics of DJ holding bras IRWIN, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania school district is
Child abuse suspect learns jail phone calls recorded
Child abuse suspect learns jail phone calls recorded EBENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will serve a chicken
Wood St. closing Saturday for Mollie Kessler fair
Wood Street between North Champion and North Walnut streets will be closed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday for the Mollie Kessler School Market Day and ACLD Learning Center Street Fair.
Householders first honorees of Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Eugene D. Householder family is the 2012 Honoree Family for the annual Alzheimer’s Association’s Boardman/Youngstown Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday at the Lariccia Community Center in Boardman Park.
ACTION meeting to focus on policies and priorities
ACTION, the faith-based community organizing group, will have a public meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oak Hill Ave.
More state report card data to be released next week
The Ohio Department of Education will release more state report-card data next week.
Man in bulletproof vest arrested with smoke bomb in L.A.
A man dressed in a bulletproof vest and flame- retardant pants was arrested by federal officials at Los Angeles International Airport after a smoke grenade, gas mask, leg irons and weapons were discovered in his luggage, authorities said Tuesday.
Janci prepares for state golf
Like Tiger Woods, Jim Furyk and Phil Mickelson, Leetonia senior Luke Janci was on a Ryder Cup team.
Christie: Expect ‘mean’ Obama
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, a Mitt Romney presidential surrogate, said he expects President Barack Obama to get “pretty mean” and “pretty angry” in the final weeks of the election in an effort to get re-elected.
Rapid Cardinals sting Tigers
Fast starts have served the Cardinal Mooney boys soccer team well this season.
President fires up students at OSU
President Barack Obama urged thousands gathered on the lawn on Ohio State University’s central campus to do more than just listen to his words.
Penguins defenders are struggling again
Youngstown State’s defensive issues boil down to this: the Jimmys and the Joes need to do a better job with the X’s and the O’s.
Nearly 8M Ohioans registered to vote
Associated Press COLUMBUS Roughly 7.9 million Ohioans have registered to vote, and that number
YSU men’s hoops picked 4th in poll
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Rodney Dangerfields of the Horizon League got
Mill Creek board seeks more input on fracking
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com CANFIELD Mill Creek MetroParks Board of Commissioners
Austintown man sentenced in tongue attack on woman
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 32-year-old Austintown woman said she
Mahoning Valley playoff dates look scarce
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If the high school football playoffs began this
Canfield girls golf team just misses trip to state
Staff report MASSILLON By one stroke, the Canfield High girls golf team missed qualifying for a
Former Canfield DQ owner violates probation, is sent to prison
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Former Canfield Dairy Queen owner Trent
Probe finds 3 Campbell cops 'negligent' in inmate’s self-cutting
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell An internal-affairs investigator has decided
Cortland family receives farm award from ODNR
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com cortland Farming has changed tremendously as production
Mill Creek's vibrant fall foliage stunning ceremonial backdrop
The wedding of Julie Posey and Joshua Shaull last Sunday was framed by the changing leaves in Mill Creek MetroParks. Posey said fall, her favorite season, inspired the ceremony’s color scheme of apple red with orange and yellow flowers.
Giants win to extend season
Associated Press CINCINNATI Joaquin Arias hit a grounder toward third base and took off toward
Mahoning Auto Title Dept. now serving more
The Mahoning County Auto Title Department is open for business at Oakhill Renaissance Place.
Cancer patient gets pat-down by TSA
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Big Bird takes to the air in Obama ad
Associated Press NEW YORK President Barack Obama deployed Big Bird in a new campaign ad Tuesday
The ‘Nashville’ hype
By Sara Smith Kansas City Star You don’t have to be a fan of country music to like “Nashville.”
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Oct. 6 Drug
Flags flying against Steelers
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Mike Tomlin might be a perfectionist, but he’s a realist too.
To frack or not to frack
Opinion: To frack or not to frack Poughkeepsie Journal: Virtually since taking office, New York Gov. Andrew
Officials: We didn’t tie attack to video
Associated Press WASHINGTON The State Department said Tuesday it never concluded that the
Roby’s picks have OSU celebrating his promise
Associated Press COLUMBUS A week ago, Bradley Roby was getting a lot of kidding from his fellow
Beaver petition targets drilling
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com NORTH LIMA Beaver Township trustees again were
HORIZON LEAGUE Preseason picks
TEAMS 1. Valparaiso (40)382 2. Detroit (4)332 3. Green Bay283 4. Youngstown State243 5.
Taliban shoot teen activist
Associated Press MINGORA, Pakistan Fourteen-year-old Malala Yousufzai was admired across a
Skydiver cancels 2nd try at supersonic jump inNM
Associated Press ROSWELL, N.M. Blame it on the wind. Again. For the second-straight day,
New faculty member will present recital
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Cicilia Yudha, the newest faculty member at the Dana School of Music at
Matthew Lillard’s filmography runs the gamut, from the goofy Shaggy in the “Scooby-
Matthew Lillard’s filmography runs the gamut, from the goofy Shaggy in the “Scooby-Doo” movies to
Retain Mary Jane Trapp on 11th District Court of Appeals
Opinion: Appeals court work isn’t every lawyer’s cup of tea. It lies at the more wonkish end of the judicial
Selected local stocks
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Valley banks in tight race for market share
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Valley’s top-10 banks appeared in a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Correction: Christopher Johnson and Deanna Cervello-Johnson,
Catholic teachers will vote on union
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown About 100 Catholic elementary school teachers
newsmakers
newsmakers AMA nominees announced LOS ANGELES Rihanna and Nicki Minaj are the leading nominees
Husted appeals early-voting ruling to high court
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republican Secretary of State Jon Husted will appeal to
White, silver top ’12 vehicle colors
Associated Press DETROIT If you bought a new vehicle this year, chances are high it was white
US report highlights anxiety on China
Associated Press BEIJING Eager to expand in the United States, China’s biggest technology
Competency is being evaluated for man accused of killing wife
Staff report WARREN The next time Royce Honaker, 60, of Southington appears in court, officials
Newton Twp. put on fiscal caution
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Ongoing financial problems have put Newton Township
US, French physicists win Nobel for quantum work
Associated Press NEW YORK A Frenchman and an American shared the Nobel Prize in physics
Warren police probe multiple gun incidents over a few days
Staff report WARREN Police are investigating the possibility that several gun incidents from the
Bank market share
Bank market share Youngstown-Warren-Boardman statistical area top-10 banks by market share:
Report-card data
Report-card data columbus The Ohio Department of Education will release more state report-card
6 rehab centers become part of Vista Care
Staff report Youngstown Six rehabilitation and senior-care facilities across the Mahoning
Microsoft CEO’s pay falls to $1.3M
Microsoft CEO’s pay falls to $1.3M BELLEVUE, Wash. Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer’s pay package
A magic place to quench your thirst
The Magic Tree Pub and Eatery has something for all Valley lovers of beer, wine and spirits. The menu is impressive, and their staff is knowledgeable and eager to engage in conversation about what they offer.
Big stakes for young voters
Opinion: By Keith Hall Los Angeles Times In 2008, young Americans voted in their largest numbers in a
Amazing bites
Family Features Hosting a party? Add some magic to the festivities with these enticing bites.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Lawrence R. Murphy, 39, of 629 California Ave.,
Annual crafts festival returns
Staff report COLUMBIANA The 18th annual Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods crafts festival
Shaking up the status quo
Opinion: By Lindsey Burke Heritage Foundation SAT scores among the nation’s test-takers are at a 40-year
“arrow” (8 p.m., the cw): Hunky Stephen Amell hits the target in “Arrow,” a
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Strategists are betting on ‘victims’
Opinion: Strategists are betting on ‘victims’ Mitt Romney’s previous remarks addressing 47 percent of
American West will sizzle
Opinion: By Alyson Kenward Los Angeles Times Over the summer and on into the fall, images of flames,
Winging it
Winging it There is going to be a battle of the wings taking place on Route 224 for next Food:30
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Awesome diner burger
Awesome diner burger Take a nostalgic trip back to the ’50s at the historic Steel Trolley Diner in
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday ABC Water and Storm Water District Board of Trustees, 11 a.m., Boardman Township
Is it the yuan or the renminbi?
Opinion: Lately Mitt Romney has been trying to raise concerns about China’s practice of keeping its
Stir up some party fun
Family Features No matter what the reason for the party, you can stir up some fun with easy-to-
birthdays
birthdays Actor Peter Coyote is 71. Actor Charles Dance is 66. Singer John Prine is 66. Actor-
Seeing is believing
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Sandusky sentenced to 30 years
In what sounded at times like a locker-room pep talk, Jerry Sandusky rambled in his red prison suit about being the underdog in the fourth quarter, about forgiveness, about dogs and about the movie “Seabiscuit.”
prep soccer roundup | Tuesday’s other matches
BOYS Fitch 2, Poland 1 AUSTINTOWN Nate Bowlen and Keanu Shelton scored for the Falcons (14-0).
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Man tries to rob bank of $1 in hopes of going to prison NORTHERN CAMBRIA,
Man arrested after smoke grenade found in luggage
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A man dressed in a bulletproof vest and flame- retardant pants
prep volleyball roundup Tuesday’s games
Jackson-Milton 24-25-25-25, Mineral Ridge 26-16-21-15 MINERAL RIDGE The Bluejays’ Erica Hughes
Fujita’s penalty reduced
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell upheld the suspensions of Jonathan
Event’s honoree family
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aggravated-murder charge City man: Throw out my confession to cops
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man accused of murder wants his
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Exterior parts of First National fall; mayor wants annual inspections
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Exterior portions of yet another downtown
prep football Computer ratings
Division I Region 1 1. Cle. St. Ignatius (7-0) 20.3218 2. Willoughby South (7-0) 20.1286
BAZETTA TOWNSHIP 2 of 3 trustees: Put new fire station on hold
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com bazetta Although the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural
major league baseball boxscores
AMERICAN LEAGUE LATE MONDAY Orioles 3, Yankees 2 New YorkBaltimore abrhbiabrhbi Jeter
Hubbard residents learn of spike in burglaries
By DANNY RESTIVO drestivo@vindy.com HUBBARD Nearly two weeks ago, Pauline Fabian returned to
high school sports at a glance
TUESDAY’S RESULTS cross country northeastern athletic conference championship (At Maplewood
Police: Naked student had taken LSD before fatal shooting
Associated Press MOBILE, Ala. A nude University of South Alabama freshman had taken LSD and
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Documentary filmmaker to discuss her work at Unitarian
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Youngstown, 1105 Elm St., is bringing Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker Dorothy Fadiman to their congregation at 2 p.m. Sunday.
Pet ID event Saturday
A pet-identification event will be at Ohio Puppy, 3620 Belmont Ave., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
Hubbard residents get advice on fighting recent burlgaries
Nearly two weeks ago, Pauline Fabian returned to her Doris Drive home and found it burglarized.
Barricades to be set up after debris falls from another downtown Youngstown building
Barricades to be set up after debris falls from another downtown Youngstown building
Christie says last four weeks of prez campaign will 'get nasty'
Christie says last four weeks of prez campaign will 'get nasty'
Defendants in March murder want cases separated; confession suppressed
Defendants in March murder want cases separated; confession suppressed
Race contested in far fewer states than in past
Race contested in far fewer states than in past HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — So much for Mitt Romney’s
Ohio judge: Dad competent to stand trial in abuse case
Ohio judge: Dad competent to stand trial in abuse case
Parole violation brings five years in prison
Parole violation brings five years in prison Trent Rapp, former owner of the Canfield Dairy Queen,
Police: Student took LSD before campus shooting
Police: Student took LSD before campus shooting MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — A University of South Alabama
Skydiver cancels try at supersonic jump
Skydiver cancels try at supersonic jump ROSWELL, N.M. (AP) - Extreme athlete and skydiver Felix
Egyptian-born terror suspect pleads not guilty
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Alzheimer’s walk Saturday in Boardman
Alzheimer’s walk Saturday in Boardman BOARDMAN The Eugene D. Householder family is the 2012
Mahoning County Auto Title Department open for business at Oakhill Renaissance Place
Mahoning County Auto Title Department open for business at Oakhill
FAMU hazing defendant enters no contest plea
FAMU hazing defendant enters no contest plea ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The first of more than a dozen
Ohio secretary of state to appeal fed court decision on voting to U.S. Supreme Court
Ohio secretary of state to appeal fed court decision on voting to U.S. Supreme Court
Plane leading to police calls was mapping Ohio coast
Plane leading to police calls was mapping Ohio coast
Vigil set for Ala. student killed by campus cop
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Jerry Sandusky sentenced to at least 30 years
Jerry Sandusky sentenced to at least 30 years BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP)— Jerry Sandusky was sentenced
Teen to return to school after Romney T-shirt flap
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Ohio park selling pieces of troubled coaster
Ohio park selling pieces of troubled coaster MASON, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio amusement park is selling
‘Jackass’ star didn’t mean harm with puppy prank
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Video shows teen sucker-punching teacher
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Police: Bank robbery suspect sought just $1
Police: Bank robbery suspect sought just $1 NORTHERN CAMBRIA, Pa. (AP) — Police say a man who
REUNIONS
Boardman High School Class of 1987 will have its 25th reunion Nov. 24 at Drake’s Landing in
Church will host indoor rummage sale
Church will host indoor rummage sale YOUNGSTOWN Galilee Apostolic Church, 4009 Elmwood Ave.,
Kiwanis will host fundraiser at KSU
WARREN Warren Kiwanis Club will host its 34th Annual Turkey Trot, 5-mile run and 2-mile fun
Foundation will sponsor event at history center
YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Steel Heritage Foundation Annual Banquet will be Thursday in the ballroom at
Just how do Valley bridges measure up?
Robert A. Hochevar, vice president of Jones-Stuckey Ltd., measures the diameter of a rail on the 50-year-old bridge.
GM to hire up to 10,000 in 3-5 years
Associated Press DETROIT Now hiring in Detroit: Scads of software developers and programmers.
Rail line, debt free, goes back on market
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com COLUMBIANA The 36-mile Youngstown and Southern rail line is back on the market and officially debt free.
Carchedi’s: A Lowellville fixture regardless of river
At the end of sleepy little Water Street in Lowellville, one spot was clearly attracting a crowd.
Bluejays eye return to regional
When entering the Jackson-Milton high school gymnasium, the first thing many notice are the banners that line the walls.
Paying tribute to our history
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN In the fall of 1861 — 151 years ago and several months after the start of the Civil War — men from Trumbull County and elsewhere in Northeast Ohio as young as 16 came to Warren to train and to serve in the 6th Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Regiment.
Buckeyes not shy about poll
Almost every major-college coach says he doesn’t care about the polls, for fear others will think his team will be distracted.
Hubbard ready to transfer 911 service
The city’s decision to transfer its emergency dispatching services will take effect this week.
Francona plans to stick with Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Terry Francona could have waited to manage somewhere else.
green energy YSU team gets 1st place in contest
Staff report Youngstown A group of Youngstown State University engineering students outperformed teams from 18 other universities, including Penn State and Purdue, to take first place in the national Green Energy Challenge competition in Las Vegas.
Polamalu out for Titans game
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Troy Polamalu’s comeback turned out to be just a cameo, and there’s no telling when the Pittsburgh Steelers safety will be back on the field.
Campbell windfall to go into infrastructure
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Campbell’s city council has yet to discuss exactly what to spend an $830,000 windfall on but agrees it will be on infrastructure, says the council president.
22 liquor options set for Mahoning ballots
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If previous elections are an indication, the 22 liquor options on the Nov. 6 ballot throughout Mahoning County stand a strong chance of being approved by voters.
Largest Ohio casino opens
Associated Press COLUMBUS The $400 million Hollywood Casino Columbus opened Monday in Ohio’s
Austintown Fitch, Niles drop in AP poll
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Austintown Fitch and Niles high school
QUOTABLE TERRY FRANCONA, Indians manager, on his goal for his new team:
“We’re going to compete. We’re always going to compete. We may not win every game, but we won’t back
Vending machines will show calories
Associated Press NEW YORK As criticism of sugary sodas intensifies, Coke, Pepsi and Dr Pepper
soccer roundup Monday’s matches
Canfield 1, Warren Harding 0 CANFIELD Dylan Seybert scored the goal for the Cardinals. Canfield
Prep golf Girls preview
Girls Division I district golf tournament When: Today, 10 a.m. Where: The Legends of
Davis powers Orioles to tie
Associated Press BALTIMORE Rookie Wei-Yin Chen outpitched 40-year-old Andy Pettitte, and the
2 win Nobel for stem cell, early cloning work
Associated Press NEW YORK Two scientists from different generations won the Nobel Prize in
D&L nears completion on injection well
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com North Lima D&L Energy Group of Youngstown announced
Country-music songwriters get their due
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Music Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. Kim Williams hesitated only slightly when
prep sports at a glance
soccer TOURNAMENT BRACKETS boys division i austintown district Game 1: No. 6 Lake vs. No.
MENINGITIS OUTBREAK 13,000 received suspect steroid shots
Associated Press NEW YORK As many as 13,000 people received steroid shots suspected in a
Cards rebound to tie series
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Three hits and an excruciating loss one day, double-digit runs and a
Change in redistricting process on Ohio ballot
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio voters next month will decide whether the state should move
Syrian cross-border salvos send a message to Turkey
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s cross-border attacks on Turkey in the past week look
Girard council considers use of remote water meters
Staff report GIRARD City council heard a proposal to install remote water meters throughout the
Obama looks to regroup; Romney seems confident
Associated Press WASHINGTON As the White House race shows signs of tightening nationally,
Texans 23 jets17
Texans 23 jets17 Next: Texans vs. Packers, Sunday, 8:20 p.m. Next: Jets vs. Colts, Sunday, 1
Menards works out plans to build at old Walmart site
Staff report Bazetta Specialty home-improve- ment retailer Menards is finalizing plans for the
Ohio coal company in sites of Dems
Associated Press COLUMBUS Political allies of President Barack Obama are lining up against a
prep volleyball roundup Monday’s other games
Columbiana 26-16-22-25-15, South Range 24-25-25-17-9 GREEN TOWNSHIP Ashley Shetter lead South
Tigers excuse kiss as A’s seek magic
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. Ideally, Jim Leyland would have everybody hug it out and play
Man charged after brawl at wedding
Man charged after brawl at wedding philadelphia A man was charged in connection with a large
Giants face brink as Reds head home
Associated Press CINCINNATI Homer Bailey played catch in the sun-splashed outfield at Great
Sandusky: ‘I know I did not do these alleged disgusting acts’
Philadelphia Inquirer BELLEFONTE, Pa. Defiant and unrepentant, Jerry Sandusky accused his
Serving a greater good
Opinion: Sioux City (Iowa) Journal: Obesity among children is a growing, serious problem. According to the
Gardening program
Gardening program Canfield The Ohio State University Extension will present a gardening
Auditor: State needs access to student IDs
Associated Press COLUMBUS Auditor Dave Yost told state education leaders Monday that an Ohio law
Prep football poll
How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio high school football teams in the
Terlesky recaps golf success
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN According to Merriam-Webster’s unabridged dictionary,
Wal-Mart, American Express team up
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Skier Vonn ready to play with the boys
Associated Press GENEVA, COLo. Lindsey Vonn wants to challenge the men’s downhill skiers in a
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Supreme Court will be looking at race in college admissions
Associated Press WASHINGTON Nine years after the Supreme Court said colleges and universities
Texans hang on to defeat Jets
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Arian Foster ran for 152 yards and a touchdown, and the
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Docket Provident Bank v. Rebecca L. Green Trust et al, confirmation of
Last day to register
Last day to register YOUNGSTOWN Today is the final day to register to vote in Ohio for the Nov.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman split LOS ANGELES Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman are
As ABC’s much-anticipated drama “Nashville” debuts Wednesday, we take a look at
As ABC’s much-anticipated drama “Nashville” debuts Wednesday, we take a look at five other shows
State legislators should ignore Youngstown lawmakers’ vote
Editorial: A 4-3 vote by Youngstown City Council in support of the archaic, financially unsustainable municipal
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We need a new energy president
Opinion: We need a new energy president Today, as hundreds of mil- lions of dollars are being distributed
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Christopher Johnson and Deanna Cervello-Johnson, Canfield,
Getting the runaround at the polls
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly Kansas City Star A judge in Pennsylvania last week put a hold on the state’s
Zombies won’t be the only threat on ‘The Walking Dead’ WALK ON
On the air What: “The Walking Dead” When: Sunday, 9 p.m. Where: AMC By Gina McIntyre Los
What happened to Obama?
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer “Mr. President, I have Bill Clinton on the line.” (Sigh.)
Romney hits the trifecta
Opinion: WASHINGTON The presidential campaign, hitherto a plod through a torrent of words tedious beyond
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Western Reserve Joint Fire District, 7 p.m., Poland Township Government
Walk across US: ‘It’s incredible’
Erie Times-News ERIE, Pa. Sometimes, he ate at Five Guys Burgers and Fries. Other times, he ate
‘Chicago Fire’ has human spark
By Rick Bentley The Fresno Bee LOS ANGELES TV shows about firefighters have been as plentiful
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Girard council considers using remote water meters
Girard council considers using remote water meters
Youngstown schools bus involved in traffic mishap
Youngstown schools bus involved in traffic mishap YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating an
Steroid-related meningitis cases rise to 105
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Ill. man faces terrorism charge in Okla. bomb plot
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Good Samaritan dies in 35-foot Conn. highway fall
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Dish, Gannett reach agreement over TV fees
Dish, Gannett reach agreement over TV fees McLEAN, Va. (AP) — Dish and Gannett say they have
D&L Energy prepares North Lima brine-injection well
D&L Energy prepares North Lima brine-injection well D & L Energy Group, which operated a brine-
Detroit police chief steps down amid sex probe
Detroit police chief steps down amid sex probe DETROIT (AP) — Detroit police Chief Ralph Godbee
Power outage hits Austintown, Canfield
Power outage hits Austintown, Canfield AUSTINTOWN — About 8,200 Ohio Edison customers in
Weak forecast on Asian economy sends stocks lower
Weak forecast on Asian economy sends stocks lower U.S. stocks fell this morning after the World
Mom: Student didn’t touch officer who shot him
Mom: Student didn’t touch officer who shot him WETUMPKA, Ala. (AP) — The mother of a University of
Mom who glued kid’s hands to wall faces life term
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Israeli forces and Gaza militants exchange fire
Israeli forces and Gaza militants exchange fire GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Officials say Israel
Widow of man slain at preschool pleads not guilty
Widow of man slain at preschool pleads not guilty DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — The widow of a businessman
Man dies amid brawl at wedding
Man dies amid brawl at wedding PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police say a man died of a heart attack amid a
Pittsburgh cops find pot growing after fight call
Pittsburgh cops find pot growing after fight call PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh police say a
W. Pa. borough to vote on parade chairs compromise
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WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS St. Michael Scholarship Fund has scheduled its “A Decade of Donations” fall auction at
Parish sponsoring blanket drive
youngstown Holy Apostles Parish is sponsoring a blanket drive from Oct. 14 through Dec. 1 in
St. Patrick's 'Sunday Sauce and Song' events have begun
Staff report youngstown A 20-year tradition continues at St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oak Hill Ave.
Peace On Parade
Serenity Kitchen marches in Sunday’s Nonviolence Parade and Rally with Horizon Science Academy
Consumer spending rises in Valley, sales-tax data show
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Sales-tax figures from the Ohio Department of Taxation show gains continuing across the Mahoning Valley, with modest upward collection rates in June and July, demonstrating consumers seem inclined to spend more this year than last.
Ryan targets power panel
If U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan is re-elected, he plans to reclaim the House Appropriations Committee seat he lost nearly two years ago when Republicans took control of the legislative body.
2 city fire stations open doors to public on safety
The chance to see firetrucks up close and to learn more about fire safety and prevention drew many visitors to the downtown fire station.
Standing for peace
Randa Shabayek wants to reinforce that the vast majority of Muslims stand for peace and should not be judged by the few who distort and misinterpret the Quran’s teachings.
GED test fee to triple starting in January 2014
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown If you’ve been thinking about finally earning your GED, now would be a good time to do it.
Charter panel not satisfied with ballot
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Members of city council say the four proposed charter amendments on the ballot are a good start toward improving government.
Chase is still on for YSU defense
By Joe Scalzo YOUNGSTOWN Last weekend, I tweeted that Fargo, N.D., is a good option for people who like Akron but want something colder.
Fulfilling, rewarding career continues for altruistic dentist
Philanthropist Dr. Dominic Bitonte, a recipient of the Ohio Dental Association’s Achievement Award, learned the value of hard work and education from his immigrant parents.
Prep football news & notes
FOCUS IS BACK After serving as an assistant for 37 years, Larry Kempe’s first year as a head coach
Mountaineers may need to play defense
Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS West Virginia is off to a blistering start in its first Big 12
3 WCBA alumni to receive awards
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Warren P. Williamson Jr. College of Business Administration at
Afghans fear another civil war
Associated Press KABUL Nobody wants a repeat of the bloody ethnic fighting that followed the
Obama raises money in Calif.
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fresh off his strongest fundraising month this year, President
NFL Standings and summaries
AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA New England320.600165113 N.Y. Jets220.50081109
Parliament ousts Libyan premier
Parliament ousts Libyan premier TRIPOLI, Libya Libya’s parliament ousted the country’s new prime
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney Sunday: Blaney finished 29th in the Good Sam Roadside Assistance 500
Sunday’s other NFL games
Saints 31, Chargers 24 NEW ORLEANS Drew Brees broke a half-century-old NFL record by throwing a
Baghdad faces a major test
Opinion: When the presidential candidates finally get to their foreign policy debate, they aren’t likely to
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Call from ‘burglar’ actually came from dog OREM, Utah Police in Orem,
Clarkson to release a greatest-hits set
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES A decade after being crowned the inaugural “American Idol”
Sherrod Brown: the clear choice in Ohio’s U.S. Senate race
Editorial: Some candidates run as “outsid- ers” because they are just that — or even a little bit of that. And
Global opportunities
Global opportunities YOUNGSTOWN “Competing in the Global Market: Opportunities for Regional
BIG TEN
BIG TEN Indiana DL Ryan Phillis, Soph., Boardman — started and made five tackles in 31-27 loss
Clinton tax increases slowed growth
Opinion: By Curtis Dubay Heritage Foundation You’re going to hear it a lot in the coming weeks. President
Preps: Weekend news and notes
Staff report Allen scores touchdown in Ursuline’s victory STEUBENVILLE Ursuline senior wide
birthdays
birthdays Actor Paul Hogan is 73. Singer Fred Cash of The Impressions is 72. Actor-comedian Chevy
Tuesday is deadline to register to vote
Tuesday is deadline to register to vote YOUNGSTOWN Boards of elections in Mahoning, Trumbull
Can Obama slow GOP’s Big Mo?
Opinion: Initial presidential debates traditionally favor challengers who survived their party’s multi-debate
Passing the torch
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords One of the mysteries of life in these curious times is that millions
Pa. charities give $19M for fracking research
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Citizens groups and nonprofits around the nation are asking
Ohio Senate race is nasty, expensive
Associated Press COLUMBUS Job experience has surfaced as the defining issue of the hotly
video game review
‘resident evil 6’ Grade: D Details: Capcom, for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3; $59.99 “Resident
At least 1 injured in New Castle shooting
At least 1 injured in New Castle shooting NEW CASTLE, pa. City police are investigating a
Park board should re-evaluate
Opinion: Park board should re-evaluate The Park Commissioners an- nounced during a special meeting Sept. 18
GOING UP | Sales-tax collections in Valley
GOING UP | Sales-tax collections in Valley Sales-tax collections in the Mahoning Valley by
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
newsmakers
newsmakers Neeson takes in $50M in ‘Taken 2’ debut LOS ANGELES Critics don’t like “Taken 2,”
Noth on board
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK The man widely known as “Big” gets even
Tigers take 2-0 lead over A’s
Associated Press DETROIT A dropped fly, two wild pitches and a little smooch for the baseball
Pharmacy recalls all products
Associated Press ATLANTA The pharmacy that distributed a steroid linked to an outbreak of
Film will place its money on Monopoly
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Hollywood continues to go crazy for toys and games. Hasbro, the
Canfield voters to consider term limits
Staff report Canfield A proposed change in the city’s charter regarding council and mayoral
HMHP hospitals join Akron-based SummaCare
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The hospitals of Humility of Mary Health Partners (HMHP) — St. Elizabeth
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Commission, 7 p.m., township administration building,
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Oct. 8, the 282nd day of 2012. There are 84 days left in the year. This is the
Taylor McConnell
Taylor McConnell accused of Drug Paraphernalia Height: 5’1” Weight: 105 Hair: Black Eyes:
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA J u9 8 vJ 8 7 6 w10 8 7
Sunday, October 7 (98 stories)
UPDATE: No tickets required for 2:15 p.m. Tuesday rally with Gov. Christie
UPDATE: No tickets required for 2:15 p.m. Tuesday rally with Gov. Christie LORDSTOWN Republican
Freeze warning for Mahoning Valley will end at 9 a.m. Monday
Freeze warning for Mahoning Valley will end at 9 a.m. Monday CLEVELAND The National Weather
Promote nonviolence on your own, hundreds told at Youngstown rally
Promote nonviolence on your own, hundreds told at Youngstown rally By Ashley Luthern
New England pharmacy recalls all products as precaution in meningitis outbreak
New England pharmacy recalls all products as precaution in meningitis outbreak Associated Press
9 p.m. Tuesday is deadline to register to vote in Nov. 6 election
9 p.m. Tuesday is deadline to register to vote in Nov. 6 election YOUNGSTOWN Boards of elections
Muslims stand for peace, leader asserts at mosque open house today
Muslims stand for peace, leader asserts at mosque open house today By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com
Hodgeses mark 25th anniversary at Hocking Hills
BOARDMAN Chad and Tedina Hodges of Boardman marked the 25th anniversary of their wedding with a
Kornbaus lauded for 50 years with church reception
GIRARD Family and friends celebrated at a 50th anniversary reception Sept. 15 at Northside Baptist
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will have a program on winemaking at home beginning at 7:30 p.m. Hostess
NJ Gov. Christie to attend Romney ‘Victory Rally’ in Lordstown Tuesday afternoon
NJ Gov. Christie to attend Romney ‘Victory Rally’ in Lordstown Tuesday afternoon Staff report
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Hitchcock Woods will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Blaze & Bedazzled in Deer Creek Plaza, Boardman,
Salem Community Center has new website
Visit new website SALEM Salem Community Center, 1098 N. Ellsworth Ave., offers a new website to
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Nicholas Church Great Hall, Fifth
Ebony Lifeline plans banquet for Hall of Fame induction
Staff report youngstown Ebony Lifeline Support Group, a self-help organization for minorities,
HAPPY 101st BIRTHDAY Lorene Verdinek
Date of birth: Aug. 7, 1911, in Weaver, W.Va. Residence: Marian Living Center at Assumption
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
HAPPY 101st BIRTHDAY Jessie Matteson
Date of birth: Sept. 16, 1911, in Laramie, Wyo. Residence: Boardman. Parents: Fred and Katherine
Summit seeks to expand production, use of natural-gas vehicles in Ohio
Summit seeks to expand production, use of natural-gas vehicles in Ohio Associated Press COLUMBUS
Some jurors hope for life in prison for Sandusky at sentencing Tuesday
Some jurors hope for life in prison for Sandusky at sentencing Tuesday Associated Press
Prayer service today at landmark mosque in Ohio damaged in hate crime
Prayer service today at landmark mosque in Ohio damaged in hate crime Associated Press TOLEDO
Turkey returns artillery fire after new Syrian attack
Turkey returns artillery fire after new Syrian attack Associated Press AKCAKALE, Turkey An
Revenue from sales taxes continues upward spiral in Mahoning Valley
Revenue from sales taxes continues upward spiral in Mahoning Valley By JAMISON COCKLIN
Reward for information on calf burned alive reaches nearly $10K
Several organizations are offering a reward of nearly $10,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for burning a calf alive.
Youngstown leads in city council salaries, benefits
By KARA PAPPAS TheNewsOutlet.org A comparison of council salaries for nine Ohio cities reveals
Top-ranked Bison trample Penguins
Top-ranked Bison dominate Penguins By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com fargo, n.d. The Youngstown
McDonald land could be used for plant
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com McDONALD Mayor Glenn Holmes, real estate agent Dan Crouse and
Christie YSU-NDSU stumping
Associated Press Fargo, N.D New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie took aim Saturday morning at North
Austintown school board hears complaints on speaking policy
By Elise Franco and Ashley Luthern news@vindy.com Austintown How the Austintown Board of
Phantoms extend unbeaten streak to 4
Staff report CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA Markus McCrea netted two goals as the Youngstown Phantoms
Austintown superintendent, board member call truce
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Schools Superintendent Vincent Colaluca and board
Boardman Athletic Hall of Fame induction
The 32nd annual Boardman High School Athletic Hall of Fame will induct its 2012 class this weekend.
Chris Yambar's annual Lawn-Con attracts crowds
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Where can you go to find Batman, Bart Simpson, a
Without levy OK, Youngstown schools face $13M deficit
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Without a levy renewal, the city school district will see a $1.4 million deficit next school year — which will grow to $7 million and $13 million in the following two years, officials say.
Kligerman wins Truck race; Ryan Blaney sixth
Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA. Parker Kligerman thought his NASCAR career was coming to an end
Hispanic Heritage Month event celebrated at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN The sounds and smells of Hispanic music and foods filled the Chestnut Room in Kilcawley Center on the Youngstown State University campus, allowing members of the community a chance to immerse themselves in Hispanic culture for an afternoon.
Mahoning Riverfest reveals hidden life of river
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you were asked to define a stonecat madtom or a
Many GM workers yearn to go home
Jeff Schwab, a 15-year employee for Delphi Packard Electric, learned he could lose his job in January 2008. He and his wife, Kim, had purchased this home in Niles four months earlier. Schwab transferred to a GM assembly plant in Kansas City, Kan., two years ago but is hoping he can transfer to the GM Lordstown plant sometime soon.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Welding Improvement Inc. v. Silk-Pick Industries,
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Oct. 7, the 281st day of 2012. There are 85 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
birthdays
birthdays “The View” co-host Joy Behar is 70. Drummer Kevin Godley of 10cc is 67. Country singer
Cashing in on Ohio’s turnpike
Editorial: Cashing in on Ohio’s turnpike It should come as a surprise to no one that Gov. John Kasich appears
Debt collectors out of control
Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Rogue debt collectors are chasing Americans for debts they paid long
Lawsuit filed against elections commission
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com Boardman A Boardman accountant has filed a complaint with
2 US troops killed in fighting
Associated Press KABUL Insurgents on Saturday killed two American troops in eastern Afghanistan,
newsmakers
newsmakers Blaine goes for shock-factor with latest stunt NEW YORK Daredevil stuntman David
armed forces digest
armed forces digest ADVANCED TRAINING Electronics Navy Seaman Rebekah R. Ray, daughter of
Papal pardon expected for butler in Vatican theft
Associated Press VATICAN CITY A painful and damaging chapter in Pope Benedict XVI’s papacy
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Brittany Haefke and Jason Jablonski, Youngstown, boy, Oct. 5.
METRO DIGEST || Driver burned
Driver burned WARREN A Garrettsville woman was seriously burned during a flash fire caused when
‘Real Fact’: City has some weird laws
Opinion: Arby’s and the Good Humor Bar. Ed O’Neill and Warner Brothers. Ron Jaworski and Ray Mancini.
Tour bus overturns; 23 injured
Associated Press WAYNE, N.J. A tour bus from Canada carrying about 60 people bound for New York
5 terror suspects appear in court
Associated Press NEW YORK An extremist Egyptian-born preacher entered a U.S. courtroom Saturday
Saturday’s Other area college games
Mount Union 66, Wilmington 0 WILMINGTON The Purple Raiders (5-0, 4-0 Ohio Athletic Conference)
Romney vows US renewal; Obama has big cash month
Associated Press WASHINGTON Opening the campaign’s last month, Mitt Romney ticked off indicators
Private company to launch capsule
Private company to launch capsule CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. A private company is on the verge of
Ohio gets first case of fungal meningitis
Associated Press TOLEDO The rare fungal meningitis outbreak that has killed seven people and
Panetta: Syria-Turkey clash may escalate
Associated Press LIMA, Peru The continued exchange of artillery fire between Syria and Turkey
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Beaver Local school board, 6:30 p.m., high school, room 2, 13187 state Route 7,
City should take into account the hazards of shale gas development
Opinion: City should take into account the hazards of shale gas development Based on evidence from other
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Is Bethenny Frankel coming out with a talk show? A.
Junior Achievement marks anniversary
Junior Achievement marks anniversary YOUNGSTOWN Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley will have
Driverless cars are coming on fast — and safely
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Having a hard time parallel parking? Press a button on a touch
Getting back to what they do best
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Distorted guitars and long Crazy Horse jams conjure up a
Duo makes opera accessible
By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON A Python and the founder of Gorillaz are trying to
San Francisco offers plenty of iconic spots to visit
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The spot where Jimmy Stewart saved Kim Novak in “Vertigo” is at
President must face ‘reality’
Opinion: Barack Obama apparently believes that America is “Masterpiece Theater,” when, in fact, it is “Honey
Tests find arsenic in rice products
In Consumer Reports’ recent tests of more than 200 samples of 65 rice and rice products, inorganic
Five of the top haunted house Halloween attractions in the United States, in no particular order, as
Five of the top haunted house Halloween attractions in the United States, in no particular order, as
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Latifah leads ‘Magnolias’ remake cast
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES The onscreen love between Queen Latifah,
The high cost of jailing
Opinion: For the first time in nearly 40 years, the number of state prisoners in the United States has
City schools deserve a chance to prove the detractors wrong
Editorial: When Superintendent Connie Hathorn talks about “right-sizing” the Youngstown City School District,
Girard Lakes have a potential that should be explored and developed
Opinion: Thanks to factors that in- clude a new pipe mill, Girard, a city of some 10,000 north of Youngstown,
Artisanal chocolate hits sweet spot at its Mesoamerican roots
McClatchy Newspapers MANAGUA, Nicaragua The first time Carlos Mann mixed a batch of his own
HANDSON | Volunteering opportunities
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley engages volunteers to improve civic, health and social
Members of Neil Young & Crazy Horse include, from left, Ralph Molina (drums), Poncho Sampedro
Members of Neil Young & Crazy Horse include, from left, Ralph Molina (drums), Poncho Sampedro
A cut above
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com CANFIELD On a stretch of road just off U.S. Route 224
Saturday’s mid-American conference games
Kent State 41, Eastern Michigan 14 YPSILANTI, MICH. Dri Archer’s three touchdowns — one rushing,
More Big ten results
Penn State 39, No. 24 Northwestern 28 STATE COLLEGE, PA. Quarterback Matt McGloin had the go-
FIRST CLASS
FIRST CLASS Here is a sampling of the great pictures that were sent in for this month’s First
Career Paths & Limelight
Finance Danielle Burrows has been named vice president of retail banking manager at Cortland
Saturday’s other Missouri Valley Football Conference games
Southern Illinois 17, Illinois State 0 NORMAL, ILL. Anthony Thompson returned a blocked punt
Bowling organization to honor Haefke, Mineo
By John BaSSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Austintown The 36th annual hall of fame induction of the
Infield fly controversy leads to renewed cries for instant replay
Associated Press ATLANTA The NFL replacement refs are not there to kick around anymore. Not
Verlander pitches Tigers past Athletics in ALDS opener
Associated Press DETROIT Justin Verlander allowed a home run to the first batter of the game —
Atkinson, Wood power Irish romp
Associated Press CHICAGO Cierre Wood and George Atkinson III gave Notre Dame its first 100-yard
Meyer’s Buckeyes pummel ’Huskers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Urban Meyer promised a hurry-up, high-scoring offense. Six games
Steelers can ill afford another loss today
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ben Roethlisberger can’t stand Philadelphia. It’s not personal
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney Saturday: The Hartford native qualified 39th for today’s Good Sam
Bowling banquet
Bowling banquet The 36th annual Bowling Hall of Fame induction of the Youngstown-Salem USBC
Cleveland still looking for its first victory
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Tom Coughlin was blunt with the New York Giants in laying
Francona hired as Indians manager
Former Red Sox skipper gets job over Alomar Associated Press CLEVELAND Terry Francona is
Saturday’s top 25 games
N.C. State 17, No. 3 Florida State 16 RALEIGH, N.C. Mike Glennon found Bryan Underwood for a
Saturday, October 6 (107 stories)
Boardman accountant files against Wilson campaign
A Boardman accountant has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission contending Charlie Wilson, the Democratic nominee in the 6th Congressional District, violated laws by filing incorrect campaign finance reports.
Uniendo Nuestra Culturas at YSU's Hispanic Heritage Celebration
The sounds and smells of Hispanic music and foods filled the Chestnut Room in Kilcawley Center on the Youngstown State University campus, allowing members of the community a chance to immerse themselves in Hispanic culture for an afternoon.
Mahoning River revealed, local art displayed at today's Riverfest
If you were asked to define a stonecat madtom or a darter, you might be tempted to think they’re names of esoteric musical groups or something from a science-fiction movie.
Lighting cigarette, spilled gas combine to burn driver
A Garrettsville woman was seriously burned during a flash fire caused when she lit a cigarette in a car that had a spilled gas can in her truck, according to a fire department report.
New Wilmington woman dies in ATV crash
A 23-year-old New Wilmington, Pa., woman died in an ATV accident in a wooded area along Riethmiller Road in Lackawannock Township.
McDonald mayor, others marketing McDonald land for 'cracker' plant
Mayor Glenn Holmes, real estate agent Dan Crouse and several unnamed investors are betting that 199 acres of land now owned by Lafarge Construction Materials could be a prime location for a gas and oil processing facility.
'Simpsons' writer Chris Yambar hosts 3rd Lawn-Con at his Youngstown home
Where can you go to find Batman, Bart Simpson, a man pounding a spike into his nose, and a baby wearing a superhero’s cape and mask all in the same place? You need go no farther than Chris Yambar’s front yard.
Sandusky jurors hope for life in prison at Tues. sentencing
Jerry Sandusky should be sent to prison for life when a judge sentences him Tuesday, according to several of the jurors who convicted the former Penn State assistant coach of molesting several boys over a period of years.
Ga. member of House Science, Space, Tech committee debunks Big Bang theor, evolution
Georgia Rep. Paul Broun said in videotaped remarks that evolution, embryology and the Big Bang theory are "lies straight from the pit of hell" meant to convince people that they do not need a savior.
Extremist Egyptian preacher faces terrorism charges in Manhattan today
An extremist Egyptian-born preacher entered a U.S. courtroom today for the first time to face multiple terrorism charges, complaining that his prosthetic hooks, medication and special shoes were taken away from him.
Mahoning Bar rates Hanni siblings not qualified for judgeships
The Mahoning County Bar Association has rated two incumbent judges seeking re-election Nov. 6 as highly qualified, but dismissed their challengers as not qualified.
North Dakota State pounds YSU, 45-7, entering 4th quarter
North Dakota State takes wide lead over YSU, 45-7, entering final quarter Staff report
Christina Wilczek | James Harvan
east palestine Christina Wilczek and James Harvan, both of Youngstown, exchanged marriage vows
Jenna Gorsky | Jason Colatruglio
BOARDMAN St. Charles Church provided the setting for the April 21 wedding of Jenna Gorsky,
Michelle Trolio | Joseph Morell
HUBBARD Michelle Trolio and Joseph Morell exchanged wedding vows at a 1:30 p.m. April 28 ceremony
Felicia Ciotola | David Drevna
YOUNGSTOWN Felicia Maria Ciotola and David Wayne Drevna, both of Canfield, were united in marriage
Adrianne Logozzo | Brian Wharry
Lowellville Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. May 26 as Adrianne Lyn
SOCIETY DIGEST: Lighting the Way sign-up will help kids
Lighting the Way sign-up will help kids Lighting The Way of Poland is offering parents of
NJ Gov. Christie pokes fun at YSU Penguins at site of today’s big football game
NJ Gov. Christie pokes fun at YSU Penguins at site of today’s big football game Associated Press
Donate food for the needy through Dec. 17
Life Inc. will collect canned foods and nonperishable items through Dec. 17 at its location, 3610 Southern Blvd.
Flu shots on Thursdays at MYCAP on North Side
The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership and Walgreens at Gypsy Lane and Belmont Avenue offer flu shots from 2 to 4 p.m. every Thursday in October at MYCAP, 1325 Fifth Ave.
Tate takes down Niles
By Steve ruman sports@vindy.com NILES The high school football calendar may suggest the
Suspect in killing of 8-year-old Bryce Linebaugh sobs in court
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Shawn Wilson is facing the death penalty,
Youngstown to mark Nonviolence Week with parade, rally
Staff report Youngstown The Nonviolence Parade downtown Sunday will kick off a week of events
Green trumps Big Red: Ursuline dominates
By MARCUS BARKLEY sports@vindy.com STEUBENVILLE In a place like Steubenville, where high
Penguins get shot at No. 1 Bison
YSU visits Fargodome to meet MFVC rival By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com fargo, n.d. Last
Fallen fire chief in Canfield gets national honors
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield If the late Cardinal Joint Fire District Chief
Hubbard dentists offer free services on teeth for those lacking insurance
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com HUBBARD Loretta Opencar has no medical insurance. She said
Howland hands Poland a D-feat
By matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com POLAND Of course De’Veon Smith rushed for more than 100
Stuffed with love: Bear-hugs project comforts seniors
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When it comes to senior citizens in area nursing
Fallon torches Mooney for 5 TDs
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lakewood St. Edward senior quarterback Ryan
Craig Romney campaigns for dad at Mahoning GOP headquarters
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com BOARDMAN Craig Romney, 31, the youngest son of GOP presidential
Massillon hands Fitch its first loss
By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com MASSILLON Austintown Fitch stepped onto the field of storied
Judge bars evidence in case of slain Youngstown Realtor Vivian Martin
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A potentially incriminating statement made
Youngstown Fire Department opens stations for public to look and learn
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown firefighters will take a break
English Center helps immigrants overcome language barrier
Bobbi Grinstein helps student Sandy Naseri with an English lesson at the English Center. About 80 students from more than 33 countries are learning English at the center, which is housed in John Knox Church on Market Street in Youngstown.
Magic Tree to open
Magic Tree to open boardman A ceremonial ribbon- cutting will take place at 7463 South Ave. on
WORLD DIGEST || US releases estimate of Utica reserves
US releases estimate of Utica reserves Drilling companies beginning to explore the Utica Shale got
‘Pitch’ is never off-key
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Who knew there was this much fun left in glee
Final 3 days of voting restored
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A federal appeals court has sided with President Barack
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Artober Market, noon to 7 p.m.: This artists market will include
Brookfield United Methodist Church
Brookfield United Methodist Church, 6951 Grove St., Brookfield, will celebrate its 175th anniversary
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 24.96 .07 Avalon
O’Neill spices up judge race
Opinion: COLUMBUS Ohioans should be thanking Bill O’Neill for running for Supreme Court. I’m not saying
First Night button art selected
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The winning artwork in this year’s First Night
Straight talk on the economy
Opinion: David Walker isn’t running for president, but he’s on a nationwide bus tour focused on what voters
Low OVI conviction rate not an encouraging sign
Editorial: The horrific traffic accident that claimed the lives of a Newton Falls couple, Jamie and Emily
Apply cell phone ban to all
Opinion: Rapid City (S.D.) Journal: The South Dakota Legislature has twice defeated a ban on texting while
‘Cherry Orchard’ blossoms in YSU’s hands
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Anton Chekhov is one of the most studied
‘Price’ gets male model
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A Boston man has won a competition to become the first male model
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be announced.
Six days left to sign up for bee
Staff report Youngstown There are six days left for area schools to sign up for the Scripps
Thiel College recognized as military-friendly school
Staff report Greenville, pa. Victory Media, the media entity for military personnel
KSU program receives award
Staff report Kent Kent State University’s College of Nursing has been selected as a recipient of
birthdays
birthdays Actress Britt Ekland is 70. Singer-guitarist Thomas McClary (The Commodores) is 63.
NEOMED adopts tobacco-free policy
Staff report rootstown Northeast Ohio Medical University will be tobacco-free beginning next
Grants offered through ODNR
Staff report Columbus Ohio teachers who have successfully used Project WILD can now provide
Westminster expands fundraising campaign
Staff report new wilmington, pa. Westminster College launched the public phase of the most
Three to retire at GCC
Staff report grove city, pa. Three long-serving faculty members and administrators will retire
Expert on student safety and wellness visits JFK
Staff report Warren John F. Kennedy Catholic School, Upper Campus grades seven through 12,
Speaker set for faith program
Staff report youngstown “The Year of Faith: Catechists and Teachers as Agents of the New
MAHONING COUNTY This week’s indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against the following people this week:
Mark Griffin, 31, Gallupi Lane, Lowellville, burglary. Eric Banks, 21, Mistletoe Avenue, robbery,
Economy: the trend line Obama was looking for
By JIM KUHNHENN Associated Press WASHINGTON September’s lower unemployment rate breaks the 8
Ursuline grad sings national anthem during Obama visit
Staff report Kent Nichele Nicole Scott, an Austintown native and 2007 graduate of Ursuline High
brIDGE WEEKLY QUIZ
brIDGE WEEKLY QUIZ Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA J u9 8 vJ 8 7 6 w10 8 7 4 2 The
Miller helps OSU prepare for shifty Cornhuskers QB
Associated Press COLUMBUS In preparing for its game on tonight against No. 21 Nebraska and
Islamic Day set in Ohio
Staff report Major cities in the Buckeye State celebrate Islamic Day in Ohio on the second weekend
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael J. Beshara Jr., 48, of 1178 N. Meridian Road,
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: Kokrak shot a round of 71 for a two-day total of
Jobs data boost Obama; Romney unmoved
Associated Press FAIRFAX, Va. Mitt Romney still was celebrating his widely praised debate
Blixt, de Jonge share lead in Timberlake Open
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Jonas Blixt shot his second straight 7-under 64 on Friday for a share
Junior hoping to revive his title hopes
Associated Press TALLADEGA, ALA. Dale Earnhardt Jr. knows exactly what strategy he needs at
newsmakers
newsmakers Bin Laden film airing LOS ANGELES A film dramatizing the death of Osama bin Laden
FBI: Friendly fire likely in shooting of border agents
Associated Press PHOENIX The FBI said Friday a preliminary investigation has found friendly fire
Operator of Youngstown prison cited for violations at Conneaut lock-up
Associated Press COLUMBUS The operator of the nation’s first privately owned state prison is
YSU, S. Korean company teaming up
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University and a South
METRO DIGEST || Man in white van tries to abduct girl, 10
Man in white van attempts abduction in Weathersfield MINERAL RIDGE Police are warning the
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Oct. 6, the 280th day of 2012. There are 86 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Stoffer’s 4 TDs propel South Range over Ridge
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com NORTH LIMA Senior quarterback Ross Stoffer threw four touchdown
Riding with Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Last week: Blaney’s engine overheated after just 29 laps in the AAA
Large fight at Summit Academy leads to charges against 3 teens
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Three teens — two female and one male — were charged with disorderly
Two men robbed in Warren
WARREN Two city men were robbed by four juvenile males on Olive Street Northeast near Fairfield
Remembering 2 trailblazers
Opinion: Last month, death took two more longtime Mahoning Valley black trailblazers — Margaret Linton-
Today’s other area college games
Mount Union (4-0, 3-0 OAC) at Wilmington (0-4, 0-3 OAC) When & where: 1:30 p.m., Wilmington.
Browns rookie: Run game can get going
Associated Press BEREA While breaking down game tape this week, Trent Richardson noticed some
Steroid-related meningitis cases rise to 47
Associated Press NEW YORK As the tally from a deadly meningitis outbreak rose Friday, health
Leopards rally after first-half funk
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com LIBERTY On paper, the Liberty Leopards should have easily
Ex-schools chief receives prison term for test scandal
Associated Press EL PASO, Texas A federal judge sentenced the former superintendent of El Paso
Sheriff from exotics case appointed to Ohio board
Associated Press COLUMBUS The sheriff who oversaw the response to an exotic animal release has
Killer of two in ’81 to stay in prison until at least Dec.
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An 80-year-old inmate who fatally shot his
Under protest: Cards defeat Braves in disputed NL game
Associated Press ATLANTA David Freese and the St. Louis Cardinals rediscovered their postseason
Niles schools chief to exit district Friday
Staff report NILES The city’s school superintendent has announced his resignation. In a
METRO DIGEST || Legal group deems Hannis not qualified
Legal group deems Hannis not qualified YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Bar Association has rated
QB move provides spark as East tops Canfield
By ryan buck sports@vindy.com CANFIELD East coach Jim Vivo wasn’t sure of the last time a
On Mark’s Gospel
On Mark’s Gospel warren Blessed Sacrament Church, 3020 Reeves Road NE, will host Jos Rub n de
2 women nabbed in burglaries in Girard
Staff report GIRARD Two women were arrested and charged in connection with a string of
US suspects Haqqani tie to insider attacks
Associated Press KABUL The Haqqani insurgent network, based in Pakistan and with ties to al-
Brookfield rolls over Ash. Edgewood
By Greg gulas sports@vindy.com Brookfield The Brookfield Warriors are one of just a handful of
Families with ties to Mooney rooting on Nebraska
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN University of Nebraska supporters will be well-
Wild mushrooms sicken a dozen in Northeast Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND Doctors have issued warnings after toxic wild mushrooms were blamed
Orioles continue unlikely season by ousting Rangers
Associated Press ARLINGTON, TEXAS Buck Showalter and the Baltimore Orioles will get another
Prep volleyball results
Liberty 22-23-25-25-16, Jefferson 25-25-16-19-14 LIBERTY The Leopards (15-3, 5-3 AAC National)
Turnovers costly to Boardman in loss to Hoover
By TODD PORTER Canton Repository NORTH CANTON Super heroes took over the field at halftime at
More Friday football
All-American Conference Campbell 35, Champion 29, OT CHAMPION Quarterback Brandon Reyes ran 9
Friday, October 5 (137 stories)
Niles schools superintendent resigns
The city’s school superintendent has announced his resignation.
30 teens in fight at Summit Academy today
Three teens — two female and one male — were charged with disorderly conduct after Youngstown police were called to Summit Academy for a fight involving about 30 teens. P
Country has now seen the real Romney, son tells Valley crowd tonight
Craig Romney, 31, the youngest son of presidential candidate Mitt Romney, says he had concerns when his father said in 2010 he was thinking about running for president a second time.
Weathersfield cops alert residents to man who tried to abduct girl, 10
Police are warning the community to be on the watch for a man in a white cargo van who attempted to lure a 10-year-old girl into his vehicle at 2:45 p.m. Thursday in the 1300 block of Depot Street.
Jersey Gov. Chris Christie coming to Youngstown Tuesday
Republican Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey will make a campaign stop in Youngstown Tuesday in support of Mitt Romney.
Get a ride Tuesday to vote early
Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative and Ohio Prophetic Voices will join local congregations to mobilize voters in Mahoning and Trumbull counties by offering fellowship, refreshments and rides to voting places from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday for early voting.
Walk to Remember lost babies starts at 10:30 Saturday morning
The Northside Medical Center Bereavement Committee’s 25th Annual “Walk to Remember” will be from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday to mark October as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Downtown Youngstown streets to close Saturday for fashion show
A fashion show will close some streets downtown from 7 a.m. to midnight Saturday.
US court mulls Arabic flashcards, Pa. airport stop
US court mulls Arabic flashcards, Pa. airport stop PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Lawyers for a college
Suit: Man fired for doubting 9/11 memorial safety
Suit: Man fired for doubting 9/11 memorial safety NEW YORK (AP) — A former manager at the Sept. 11
Caregiver guilty of stealing $1M from 100-year-old
Caregiver guilty of stealing $1M from 100-year-old COLVILLE, Wash. (AP) — A former caregiver in
Massachusetts session for drug cases marred by confusion
Massachusetts session for drug cases marred by confusion BOSTON (AP) — Confusion has marred the
Texas teen describes slayings to 911 operator
Texas teen describes slayings to 911 operator ALEDO, Texas (AP) — During a nearly 25-minute call
Korean company to work with YSU on electric vehicle technologies
Korean company to work with YSU on electric vehicle technologies Through the efforts of the
Accused killer of boy cries in court
Accused killer of boy cries in court YOUNGSTOWN Shawn Wilson is facing the death penalty for
LOUIE TODAY: Debbie Wasserman-Schultz, Vindy Editor Todd
Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will be co-hosting this morning with Vindy editor Todd Franko, hashing over the news of the week and upcoming weekend.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS NARFE Chapter 14 will have their monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Saxon
Taste of the Valley benefits Second Harvest
The 21st annual Taste of the Valley to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.
World Habitat Day helps build houses
World Habitat Day helps build houses struthers World Habitat Day, a United Nation Day observed
Probe finds improper enrollment data from Campbell schools
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com and jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The Campbell
Harding Raiders on impressive win streak
WARREN Like it or not, Steve Arnold understands that he is going to be known as the basketball coach who is now coaching football.
First debate reboots presidential race
By CONNIE CASS Associated Press WASHINGTON Both men relish the wonky talk in their own way.
No place like dome for Penguins’ rival
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Like many schools, North Dakota State seats its
Probation for 2 who stole $78K from Ohio turnpike
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two men convicted of stealing tens of
Southern Local offense prolific
Last week, ITCLfootball.net, the unofficial home of Inter Tri-County League football, posed the
No district drama: JFK captures D-III title
By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com HARTVILLE Redemption is a powerful motivator. Almost a year
New laws help ex-inmates in Ohio find jobs
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Hundreds of individuals are released from
Raising money can be killer for drag racers
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The toughest task for a drag racer isn’t sitting
YSU students build cars of meatloaf, linguini, cucumbers, cookies
Greased Lightning didn’t so much burn up the quarter mile as slog down the 18-degree ramp.
With Riverfest, Friends group looks for clean start in renewing Mahoning
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown The Friends of the Mahoning River hope that
Kokrak under the weather & under par
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Battling the heat and a cold, Jason Kokrak sweated through one of
Warren to get Ohio Historical Marker to commemorate its role in Civil War
Staff report WARREN A public dedication ceremony will be 11 a.m. Monday to unveil an Ohio
Mahoning County OKs $182K for repaving lots for Oakhill, engineer
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners have
Boardman firefighters fight breast cancer in pink
Boardman firefighters, from left, Jim Hoover, Shawn Serich, Jon Lewis, Brian Barber and Jeff Gallimore, show off the “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” shirts that will be sold to raise money for breast-cancer research.
Mangapora’s milestone moment
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Canfield Excitement filled the air at Canfield High Thursday
Romney the artful dodger
Opinion: WASHINGTON I was prepared, sorta, kinda, to defend Barack Obama’s debate performance until I heard
Rush, N.W.A., Public Enemy Rock Hall nominees announced
Los Angeles Times Randy Newman, Public Enemy, N.W.A, Donna Summer and — to the delight of
Goal of knowing the voters has to do with science
Opinion: Target wrote the book on targeting. The retail giant utilizes what’s called “predictive analytics”
Tim Burton’s expanded remake of his 1984 Disney short offers laughs, tears ‘Frankenweenie’ revived
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers “Frankenweenie” is darned near an instant classic. Tim
Truth about capital gains
Opinion: One of the many false talking points of the Obama administration is that a rich man like Warren
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v America, 7:30 p.m.: Acoustic-rock legends will play their many
Think about cost of wars
Opinion: Speaking to a men’s breakfast club in downtown Fort Worth last week, I was challenged by one person
UN strongly condemns Syrian shelling of Turkey
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The U.N. Security Council overcame deep divisions to
Groups support firing of Christian teacher
Associated Press COLUMBUS Humanist and secular groups Thursday joined the side of a school
“A Night at the Movies” (8:15 p.m., TCM): It gets political with an installment called
“A Night at the Movies” (8:15 p.m., TCM): It gets political with an installment called “Hollywood
Study: Free birth control leads to fewer abortions
Associated Press WASHINGTON Free birth control led to dramatically lower rates of abortions and
Romney: ‘Victory is in sight’
Associated Press DENVER Buoyed by a powerful debate showing, Mitt Romney said Thursday he offers
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen A. Cannon, 26, of 12 Southwoods Ave., Unit
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Idol’ divas Carey, Minaj take feud public NEW YORK Is this “Idol” threat an idle
We are Election Central
Opinion: With early voting underway — and busier than it was in 2008 — and Election Day about a month away,
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood, Youngstown (Hillman Street
Hadley leads Boardman runners to county title
Boardman’s Mark Hadley raced to a first-place finish in a time of 16:08, outpacing 158 competitors,
Pa. State trooper killed
Staff Report South beaver, PA. A state trooper was killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday.
Audience gets ‘Taken’ in this lifeless sequel
By Colin Covert Star Tribune (Minneapolis) “Taken 2” stars Liam Neeson as Jason Bourne’s
No substitute for free ID
Opinion: No substitute for free ID Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: More than 30 states have enacted or
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 24.90 .19 Avalon
Slower sales growth
Slower sales growth NEW YORK Americans may have slowed their spending in September after
Custom-mixed drugs in spotlight with outbreak
Associated Press Custom-mixed medicines such as the steroid shots suspected in a meningitis
Hundreds seen at risk in meningitis outbreak
Associated Press NEW YORK The potential scope of the meningitis outbreak that has killed at
‘Bucket List Bandit’ faces prison in Youngstown
Associated Press ERIE, Pa. A man nicknamed the “Bucket List Bandit” by the FBI will be
Hungary bans slot machines
Hungary bans slot machines BUDAPEST, Hungary The government says it’s trying to cure poor
Ohio sees increase in disabled parking permits
Ohio sees increase in disabled parking permits %reldate(2012-10-04T12:54:21 Eds: Updates with
Survey: Smaller businesses in Ohio scale back
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Small and midsize businesses in Ohio have
New Springfield man killed in car crash
New Springfield man killed in car crash NORTH LIMA Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers continue
Usually rock-solid Thomas struggling
By TOM REED The Plain Dealer BEREA Critics have placed their share of question marks behind
Breast Cancer facts
Q. How many women alive today have ever had breast cancer? A. The National Cancer Institute
Today in history
Today is Friday, Oct. 5, the 279th day of 2012. There are 87 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
oddly enough
oddly enough Idaho woman charged with stick-figure threat BOISE, Idaho A woman who was about
This week’s Q&A Mooney’s P.J. Fecko
No one said repeating would be easy and Cardinal Mooney has won enough football state titles (eight)
Body of missing man found off I-270 near Columbus
Associated Press COLUMBUS The body of an Ohio man has been found after his co-workers reported
Jobless-aid applications rise to 367K
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose to a
Late season swoon extends ‘The Streak’
Associated Press PITTSBURGH This time, the Pittsburgh Pirates never saw it coming. Not in
Rodriguez’s career honored
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN To say the least, Helen Rodriguez is thrilled
MLB comes up aces with 2nd wild card
This time it appears Major League Baseball has made a change that works. Though baseball has
Man awaits sentencing in 3 vehicular homicides
Staff report GIRARD A 64-year-old Shiloh man is awaiting sentencing after pleading no contest to
Indians interview Alomar
Associated Press CLEVELAND Over more than two decades, Sandy Alomar Jr. has been an All-Star
New owner in no hurry for changes
Associated Press BEREA Jimmy Haslam III won’t spend his first days as owner of the Browns
DeCastro on mend after knee surgery
Associated Press pittsburgh Even with his surgically repaired right knee still on the mend, the
Wild card dramatic, but is it fair?
Associated Press By sometime tonight, either Chipper Jones will be out of baseball or the
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Liberty Neighborhood Block Watch, 12:30 p.m., township administration building.
birthdays
birthdays Comedian Bill Dana is 88. Singer Arlene Smith of The Chantels is 71. Singer Richard
Buckeyes feel they owe Cornhuskers
Associated Press COLUMBUS It was a game that went into the Nebraska record books — and the Ohio
Developer proposes Warren use facility
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Most of the demolition work that Girard resident Sergio
Years Ago
“It is the regime’s mindless, brutal and criminal, military crackdown that pushed the Syrian people
Smith goes from MLB to HOF
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Sometimes, fathers put a little too much emphasis on sports
Warren man indicted on three counts of assault
Staff report WARREN A 24-year-old Evaline Street Southeast man has been indicted on three counts
METRO DIGEST || Burned calf reward reaches nearly $10K
Reward in burned-calf case reaches nearly $10,000 LISBON Several organizations are offering a
Columbus Day What’s open/closed on Monday’s holiday?
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday. Residents
Ghost Walk offers participants a trip back in time in Warren
Staff report WARREN The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County invites everyone to come and
Ohio elections panel dismisses complaints of Johnson and Wilson
By MaRC Kovac news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Election Commission has dismissed dueling
Are disabled parking permits too easy to get?
Associated Press DAYTON A sharp increase in the number of disabled parking permits issued in
Warren cops can’t find victims of beating by gun, wrench
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Police tried Thursday to interview a couple beaten during
DNC leader, Romney son make Valley stops today
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Debbie Wasserman- Schultz, the Democratic National Committee chairwoman,
Chefs lend a dish for fundraiser in N. Lima
Johnna Parke remembers many Sunday afternoons savoring her grandmother’s homemade meals. “You had to be there at noon or you got the dickens,” recalled Parke, a 30-year chef who is the main cook for Das Dutch Village Inn in Columbiana.
Rams give Cardinals first defeat
Associated Press st. louis Sam Bradford busted a lengthy slump with a 52-yard touchdown pass to
Commission gets complaint against appeals-judge hopeful O'Toole
Staff report COLUMBUS A five-judge commission has been appointed by the Ohio Supreme Court to
Kohrans celebrate 50th anniversary
Rich and Jo Korhan of Austintown celebrated the 50th anniversary of their wedding May 5 with an
Dr. Rose Tress, Greg Quinn to wed Oct. 13
Gimmy and Ann Tress of Romeo, Mich., and Mary Ann Quinn of Austintown, are announcing the engagement
Peachock-Lloyd nuptials will be in October
Barbara Peachock of Boardman and Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Lloyd of Ashville, Ohio, are announcing the
Yankowski-Lytle wedding vows planned for Oct.
Gary and Joyce Yankowski of Canfield are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of their
Autumn wedding for Miss Rossetti and Mr. White
KaiLoni Rai Rossetti of Youngstown and Eric Michael Ross White of Austintown have chosen Oct. 27 as
Austintown Sports Briefs
AMS Red wins match The Austintown Middle School Red volleyball team defeated Boardman Center
100-pound Colts beat rival ALF
100-pound Colts beat rival ALF The 100-pound Austintown Colts improved to a perfect 7-0 after
Barnes and Noble hosts American Girl event
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Barnes and Noble journeyed through a sea of adventure
Poland Community Briefs
Memory, wellness checks Shepherd of the Valley in Poland, located at 301 W. Western Reserve Road,
Baird Brothers hosts open house
Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods will celebrate fall and American craftsmanship at its “Red, White and
Peterson-Getsy wedding planned in Boardman Park
Ashley Peterson and Bobby Getsy, both of Youngstown, will be married during an autumn ceremony at 1
Rozzis mark golden milestone with their family
Victor and Rose Rozzi of Austintown celebrated the 50th anniversary of their wedding at a party May
Toddlers tickled pink about the color red
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Toddlers got excited about the color red during “Baby
Dr. Meredith Konya v Michael MacEwen
St. Charles Church provided the setting for the May 26 wedding of Dr. Meredith Konya and Michael
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys soccer grabs victory The Boardman High School boys soccer team now stands at 5-3-3 on the
Austintown Community Briefs
AMS PTA annual craft show is Nov. 10 The Austintown Middle School PTA will host its 29th annual
Baird Brothers hosts open house
Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods will celebrate fall and American craftsmanship at its “Red, White and
Teen projects take shape with duct tape
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In keeping with the latest trends, Kristy Taylor, Canfield
Boardman Community Briefs
Trick Nor Treat event in Boardman South Bridge Therapy and Learning Center, located at 725
Shepherd of the Valley celebrates 40th anniversary
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Shepherd of the Valley celebrated its 40th anniversary and
Library program helps children ‘give a hoot’ about reading
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Toddlers gained a better understanding of owls during
Twins celebrate 86th birthday
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Marcella Vogel and Lovella Limnebaugh, who are believed to
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls soccer victorious The Canfield girls soccer team defeated Fitch 5-0 on Monday. Two goals
Little girls have a ball at princess tea party
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Little girls had the opportunity of a lifetime to became
Shepherd celebrates 40th anniversary
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Shepherd of the Valley celebrated its 40th anniversary
Canfield Community Briefs
New Canfield “Players” production Ticket reservations are now available for the upcoming Canfield
Career center begins year with picnic
The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center capped the first week of school with its annual Back
Send us your football news and photos
Send us your football news and photos Neighbors Blitz wants your football news. Parents and
120-pound JVs tie Austintown Colts
120-pound JVs tie Austintown Colts The Canfield Little Cardinals 120-pound JV squad battled the
Name: Cory WineboldInstrument: Tenor Saxophone
Name: Cory WineboldInstrument: Tenor Saxophone Q. When did you start playing your instrument?
Name: Abby BegezdaInstruments: Flute and PiccoloQ. When did you start playing your instrument?
Name: Abby BegezdaInstruments: Flute and PiccoloQ. When did you start playing your instrument? A.
Local artists showcase their works
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Dozens of local artists showed off their creativity during
Library honors reading royalty
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com The meeting room at the Boardman library was filled
North Elementary students spin pinwheels for peace
By EARTHA TERRELL eterrell@vindy.com Students learned the importance of having inner peace while
Parents benefit at Baby Bargain Boutique
By ALISA MANNA neighbors@vindy.com Despite the rainy weather, parents from all over the
Poland frosh/JV team beats Struthers
Poland frosh/JV team beats Struthers The Poland freshman and junior varsity football teams
Thursday, October 4 (111 stories)
Study: Free birth control dramatically reduces abortions, teen births
Free birth control led to dramatically lower rates of abortions and teen births, a large study concluded Thursday, offering strong evidence for how a bitterly contested Obama administration policy could benefit women's health.
Reward for information on calf burned alive reaches nearly $10K
Several organizations are offering a reward of nearly $10,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for burning a calf alive.
Female driver indicted in death of pedestrian Robert Boak
A 55-year-old Youngstown woman has been indicted in the vehicular homicide of a 33-year-old Austintown man earlier this year.
Help teach kids the dangers of drugs, alcohol with coupons
When diners at O’Charley’s Restaurants in Boardman and Niles use the coupon from Meridian Community Care’s website between 4 and 9 p.m. on Tuesdays in October, 10 percent of the check will go toward Meridian’s PANDA Leaders Club in local schools and prevention programs for kids in the community.
Mahoning auto title dept. closing at noon Friday, for move to Oakhill
Mahoning County’s auto- title department will close at noon today at the county’s South Side Annex in preparation for its weekend move to the first floor of Oakhill Renaissance Place, 345 Oak Hill Ave, at Entrance A, where it will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Meningitis outbreak prompts warning on pharmacy’s products
Meningitis outbreak prompts warning on pharmacy’s products A rare form of meningitis caused by a
State says Campbell schools lacked documentation
State says Campbell schools fudged results COLUMBUS Campbell City Schools is among five
Detective: Malnourished teen still had baby teeth
Detective: Malnourished teen still had baby teeth DALLAS, Ga. (AP) — A detective says an emaciated
Wasserman Schultz, Craig Romney to visit area Friday
Wasserman Schultz, Craig Romney to visit area Friday Debbie Wasserman Schultz, the Democratic
Bad breakup blamed in Calif lingerie store arson
Bad breakup blamed in Calif lingerie store arson DANA POINT, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say a
Fire, police representatives urge early voting
Fire, police representatives urge early voting YOUNGSTOWN — Local law enforcement and firefighter
Fundraiser describes payoffs to ex-Detroit mayor
Fundraiser describes payoffs to ex-Detroit mayor DETROIT (AP) — A fundraiser for Kwame Kilpatrick
Nadine dissolves in Atlantic short of record
Nadine dissolves in Atlantic short of record MIAMI (AP) — The cyclone formerly known as Tropical
Criminal freed over Mass. lab scandal is fugitive
Criminal freed over Mass. lab scandal is fugitive BOSTON (AP) — Authorities say a career criminal
Too late for NY prosecution in securities meltdown
Too late for NY prosecution in securities meltdown ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — While New York Attorney
One dead, one critical after North Lima crash
One dead, one critical after North Lima crash NORTH LIMA A 52-year-old New Springfield man is
Riverfest aims to increase interest in Mahoning cleanup
Riverfest aims to increase interest in Mahoning cleanup Youngstown The Friends of the Mahoning
Washington Street area of elderly assault is familiar to Warren police
Washington Street area of elderly assault is familiar to Warren police WARREN Police were going
Award-winning author will lead discussion
Award-winning author will lead discussion LIBERTY Local award- winning author Darrell James
Hayes-Kantaras wedding set for October 20
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hayes of Toronto, Ohio, are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Amanda Lee Hayes of Boardman, to Brent Scott Kantaras of Boardman.
Bozick-Booth nuptials set for Oct. 13 in Warren
AUSTINTOWN Sarah Anne Bozick and Tyler Daniel Booth, both of Austintown, are announcing their
Danielle McEvey, Kyle Hoffman to wed Oct. 13
Paul and Loretta McEvey of Boardman and Mark and Aprile Hoffman of Newton Falls are announcing the
Flu shots in Columbiana
The Salem Visiting Nurse Association is offering adult flu shots to the public on Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Whispering Pines Village Assisted and Independent Living Center, 937 E. Park Ave.
Youngstown council to state: Keep 3 judges in city
City council voted 4-3 on a resolution asking the state Legislature to maintain three municipal court judicial seats in Youngstown.
Mooney under .500, but Fecko says Cards not in panic mode
YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney finds itself in very unfamiliar territory as it prepares for Friday’s game against unbeaten Lakewood St. Edward.
Bill gives details of murder charge in 8-year-old’s death
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Shawn R. Wilson fatally shot 8-year-old
Former Mooney star coming home
Braylon Heard, Cornhuskers face Saturday night showdown vs. OSU By TOM WILLIAMS
Phantoms’ Renouf goes on the offensive
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Scoring two game-winning goals and finishing
Rotaries ask residents to keep flags flying
BY DANNY RESTIVO drestivo@vindy.com hubbard Joe Kerola was disgusted when he recently saw
YSU's Brown: Alive and kicking, just not very often
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A. The Houston Astros’ closer. Michael Jordan’s
Reunion choir at New Bethel Baptist Church to re-record album
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com A reunion choir reminisces with every note as rehearsals
Poland’s Sines qualifies for state golf tourney
Staff report CANTON Poland’s Rachel Sines made a birdie on the first playoff hole to earn a trip
Tail-wagging reunion for Pfc. Delvillan and her dog
They hadn’t seen each other for a year, but just a few seconds after dog and owner met again, it was like they’d never been apart.
Mooney's Reider advances in sectional tennis
Staff report BOARDMAN Cardinal Mooney High tennis player Gianna Reider has advanced to the
Mandel evades auto industry rescue question
Asked a half dozen times using different scenarios, Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel, the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, wouldn’t give a yes-or-no answer as to whether he supports the $82 billion federal government bailout of the American auto industry.
Trumbull commissioners look to combine courts
Trumbull County commissioners have written to Judge Tom Campbell of the county’s Central District Court in Cortland to ask him whether he approves of putting his court and the one in Brookfield in the same building.
LaPanache fashion show to raise funds for charity
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A collaborative of people in the fashion industry are hoping to use
Obama, Romney spar on taxes, jobs, education, health care
The first of three presidential debates Wednesday night, covering domestic policy topics, affirmed clearly different approaches to fixing the American economy, but challenger Mitt Romney still provided no specifics on plans he contends will work better than those of President Barack Obama.
NIGHTLIFE
Aces Wings, 1738 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-757-3835 Wed: Open mic with Jim DeCapua and
Fact check: Presidential debate missteps
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama and Republican rival Mitt Romney spun one-
Ovarian cancer awareness event
Ovarian cancer awareness event YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is
Sowell got one right
Opinion: Sowell got one right In his latest column, Thomas Sowell wrote the following: “We need more tax
Pa. voter ID issue is far from resolved
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Just because opponents of Pennsylvania’s new law requiring
America still going strong after 40 years
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Talk about walking down memory lane — America singer-
NEw this week
NEw this week Frankenweenie (PG) When his dog unexpectedly dies, a boy does some tinkering and
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Coitsville Township Trustees, work study, 9 a.m., 3711 McCartney Road, Lowellville.
Probe begins into attack on consulate
Associated Press WASHINGTON Past investigations into attacks on U.S. diplomatic missions have
Balancing the budget not easy
Opinion: Here’s one thing the two presidential candidates agree on: the federal government’s current fiscal
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,SDRq by The James E. Winner Jr. Arts
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Program seeks to employ poor
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A private and public partnership is doing
US has loose nukes
Opinion: By Robert Alvarez McClatchy-Tribune The government can’t simply bury its uranium-233 problem.
States weigh tax policy on drilling
Associated Press COLUMBUS For decades, one tiny county in the rolling hills of Ohio’s rural
Artober Market, Riverfest at the B&O
Artists of the Rust Belt will have Artober Market, a festival and market for locally made art, from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., near downtown.
Funding for roads crucial
Opinion: Fremont (Neb.) Tribune: A good transportation system can be an economic driver. That’s something
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 24.70 .13 Avalon
Interest in opera hits a new high
Opera season officially began this week, as Opera Western Reserve opened the box office for its Nov.
Ohio attracting global tours
Opinion: By Nicholas Wood McClatchy-Tribune OXFORD, England In recent months I’ve taken groups of
“30 Rock” (8 p.m., NBC): Three-time Emmy champ “30 Rock” launches its
“30 Rock” (8 p.m., NBC): Three-time Emmy champ “30 Rock” launches its seventh and final season
Comic-book fans and creators will converge on Lawn-Con
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lawn-Con, the annual, free comic-book show on
Movement gives a kick to Punch Brothers' music
Body movement makes sense for dance and athletics, but this simple idea in the context of music continues to creatively inspire Punch Brothers.
Chaney STEM gets statewide attention for accomplishments
Editorial: While the Youngstown City School District still has a way to go before it earns an excellent rating
Hafli dance will feature Arab food and music
Staff report AUSTINTOWN St. Mark Antiochian Orthodox Church, 3560 Logan Way, Liberty, will host
Hershey to use only certified cocoa
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Candy maker Hershey is vowing to use only certified cocoa for all
oddly enough
oddly enough Iranian news agency picks up article as fact CHICAGO A joke by the satirical
Passport denied to minister
PR Newswire WHITELAND, Ind. Today, Liberty Institute sent a demand letter to the U.S. State
Time Warner seeks sales professionals at career fair
Time Warner seeks sales professionals at career fair akron Time Warner Cable is looking to hire
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
A Pirates’ life for me
I couldn’t have been older than 7 or 8. Walking out of Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, my
METRO DIGEST || 2 injured in North Lima
2 injured in N. Lima NORTH LIMA Two people were sent to St. Elizabeth’s Health Center after two-
Meningitis cases reach 26, four dead
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. An outbreak of a rare and deadly form of meningitis has now
Islamists in Mali recruit kids as soldiers
Associated Press MOPTI, Mali Salif Haidara sat drinking tea on the side of the road with other
New technology eases colonoscopies
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com SALEM With technology available at Salem Community
‘Philly’ Brown now Buckeyes’ top target
Associated Press COLUMBUS Whether his coaches call him Corey or call him Philly, all that
Braves bring fitting end to Bucs’ year
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Don’t blame history. Don’t blame 19 years of bad mojo. Clint
newsmakers
newsmakers Garth Brooks to end 3-year run in Vegas NASHVILLE, Tenn. Garth Brooks is ending his
Johnson, White Sox rout Indians in finale
Associated Press CLEVELAND Dan Johnson hit his first three homers of the season and Chicago
Browns’ Cribbs still fearless even after ugly hit
Associated Press BEREA Josh Cribbs opened his eyes and was surprised to see his teammates
Ohio man, 82, finally gets to be a Boy Scout
Associated Press BELLVILLE, Ohio As an 8-year-old, all James Gatton dreamed about was becoming a
Alomar, Francona ready for interviews with Tribe
Associated Press CLEVELAND Terry Francona has been doing his homework on the Cleveland Indians.
Man’s Ohio grave contained another’s cremated remains
Associated Press DAYTON The discovery of the cremated remains of 56 people at a home has led to
Oil, gas income expected to decrease for quarter
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Income at oil and gas producers is
Winner-take-all games finalized
Associated Press A dropped fly ball by Josh Hamilton, a home run from Ryan Zimmerman and pitch by
Years Ago
Today is Thusday, Oct. 4, the 278th day of 2012. There are 88 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Dental society receives grant for charity work
Dental society receives grant for charity work YOUNGSTOWN The Corydon Palmer Dental Society
Hot peppers helped heartburn
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. After reading comments regarding the hot-
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Zachary and Laura Cyrus, Bessemer, Pa., boy, Oct. 2. Brian
Youngstown man fatally shot in Ashtabula
Staff and wire report ASHTABULA Police retrieved numerous bullets and other evidence Monday
Youngstown council again delays seeking drill offers for city land
City council again postponed permitting the administration to seek offers for companies to drill for gas and oil on city-owned land.
Steelers get boost from Harrison
Associated Press PITTSBURGH LaMarr Woodley says it’s not so much the double teams, or the chip
Lordstown officials asked to hold off on spending
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County commissioners have written a letter
Man who fled into river faces multiple charges
Staff report WARREN A Youngstown man who police say fled into the Mahoning River in a failed
METRO DIGEST || Returned pills
Returned pills COLUMBUS Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said that Ohioans returned more than
Corbett nominates ex-SEC official to PSU board
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett has nominated a former U.S. Securities and
Road project should be done by week’s end
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers A project that began last week on Lowellville
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Debroop Sarkar, 31, of 252 Broadway St., Apt. 1,
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., clothing giveaway, 9 to 1 p.m.
Burned bell factory resumes production
Burned bell factory resumes production EAST HAMPTON, Conn. A 180-year-old New England company
Man arraigned on probation violation
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Paul J. Wodianka, the 42-year-old Diamond man who was involved in a
Cops probe two armed robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police are investigating two
Wednesday, October 3 (88 stories)
Presidential debate on economy shows clear differences
In a showdown at close quarters, President Barack Obama and Republican Mitt Romney sparred aggressively in their first campaign debate Wednesday night over taxes, deficits and strong steps needed to create jobs in a sputtering national economy. "The status quo is not going to cut it," declared the challenger.
Youngstown council asks state to maintain 3 judges in muni court
City council voted 4-3 today on a resolution asking the state Legislature to maintain three municipal court judicial seats in Youngstown.
Child abuse prevention training Saturday at Youngstown Y
Child abuse recognition and prevention training is offered Saturday, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1 and 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at, the YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave. The sessions will be conducted by Thomas Training Consultants.
Council again postpones voted on gas and oil drilling on city land
Council again postpones voted on gas and oil drilling on city land YOUNGSTOWN — Members of city
9+ tons of drugs returned in Ohio Saturday in take-back collection
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said that Ohioans returned more than nine tons of unneeded prescription drugs on Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s fifth national Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Lawyer: Inmate spared from execution relieved
Lawyer: Inmate spared from execution relieved PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Lawyers for a Pennsylvania death
Elderly Warren couple beaten in home invasion
An elderly man and woman were severely beaten at about 11 p.m. Tuesday night at their home in the 100 block of Washington Street.
Profs aim to track drug reactions via social media
Profs aim to track drug reactions via social media RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Researchers at the
'Women on Waves' ship promoting safe, legal abortion to dock in Morroco
Moroccan authorities said Wednesday that a Dutch ship promoting legal abortions set to dock in Morocco is operating outside the law and could possibly be stopped before arriving at a northern Mediterranean port.
Deadly meningitis sickens 26 in 5 states after steroid injections
An outbreak of a rare and deadly form of meningitis has now sickened 26 people in five states who received steroid injections, health officials said today.
Grandfather of Aurora victim begs for photos back
Grandfather of Aurora victim begs for photos back DENVER (AP) — The grandfather of a 6-year-old
Bucket List Bandit suspect back in Pa., indicted
Bucket List Bandit suspect back in Pa., indicted PITTSBURGH (AP) — A man nicknamed the Bucket List
Jackson’s wife unsure when congressman will return
Jackson’s wife unsure when congressman will return CHICAGO (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.’s
‘Batman’ charged with obstructing Michigan police
‘Batman’ charged with obstructing Michigan police PETOSKEY, Mich. (AP) — The search for a driver
Mahoning commissioners meet Thursday
Mahoning commissioners meet Thursday Youngstown The Mahoning County commissioners will have a
Community gardening workshop set for Saturday
Community gardening workshop set for Saturday YOUNGSTOWN A free introduction to community
Youngstown man shot and killed in Ashtabula
Youngstown man shot and killed in Ashtabula ASHTABULA Police retrieved numerous bullets and
Hello 911, have you seen my keys?
Hello 911, have you seen my keys? WARREN Police have charged Brian M. Walker, 46, of Beck Street
Flu shots scheduled
Flu shots scheduled Influenza shot clinics are scheduled are several locations over the next few
The worst possible way to make friends with police
The worst possible way to make friends with police WARREN A 52-year-old Berkshire Street
Mahoning Senior Center offering heating assistance
Mahoning County Senior Center is offering help to eligible families and seniors who need assistance with their heating bills this winter through the Home Energy Assistance Program.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will serve a chicken
Symphony Ball will bring China Dynasty to DeYor
YOUNGSTOWN The 2012 Symphony Ball will embrace the theme China Dynasty when it opens Oct. 13 at
Introduction to Community Gardening Saturday
Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. is having a free “Introduction to Community Gardening” workshop from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Boardman official: All trees must be replaced behind Sam's
Motorists on Interstate 680 southbound near the U.S. Route 224 exit have probably noticed a large section of woods behind Sam’s Club was cleared recently.
Homeworth man killed in crash Tuesday
A 64-year-old Homeworth, Ohio, man was killed early Tuesday afternoon when his pickup truck was struck by another driver who failed to yield at a stop sign at Georgetown and Westville Lake roads.
Weather delays Biden's landing twice today
Bad weather forced the plane carrying Vice President Joe Biden to delay landings twice on today.
Who’ll win tonight's presidential debate? You be the judge
Each candidate in tonight’s presidential debate has to demonstrate confidence while conveying messages, according to high-school speech and debate coaches in the Mahoning Valley.
Cold is hot: NDSU has become powerhouse
Youngstown State senior Aronde Stanton hails from Detroit and senior Jamaine Cook is from Cleveland and both chose to play college football in a city that, like their hometowns, isn’t exactly known as the Miami of the Midwest.
McDonald Blue Devils take ITCL team titles
The McDonald boys and girls have made it common practice to win the Inter Tri-County League cross country championships.
Hundreds cast ballots in Valley on first day of early voting
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Michael Montalvo of Youngstown carefully
Sisters donate antique firetruck to Austintown
The newest addition to the township fire department’s fleet is 95 years old and hits top speeds of about 20 miles per hour.
Brookfield rated first in Division IV, Region 13
Staff report Unbeaten Brookfield held on to its position atop Division IV, Region 13 in the latest
Trumbull prosecutor seeks opinion on sick-leave donation
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s office has asked the
Howland, Lakeview run away with titles
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Champion Howland cross country runner Ryan Sullivan is never
Boardman Boy Scouts use drill to earn badge
Twenty-three Boy Scouts rushed to the scene of a two car accident with eight victims Tuesday night in the parking lot of Westminster Presbyterian Church on Stadium Drive.
Zoldan’s horse enters Breeders’ Cup Mile
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Animal Kingdom, the 2011 Kentucky Derby winner whose owners include
Crews clean up chemical spill in Austintown
Staff report Austintown Crews worked for nearly two days to clean up a creek near Four Mile Run
Nonviolence parade, rally set for Sunday in Youngstown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city will host the second annual nonviolence parade and rally
Cruze No. 1 in US in sales of small cars
Although sales of the Lordstown-built Cruze dropped by 188 in September from its record set in August, GM sold 25,787 of the compact car, topping the Toyota Corolla at 23,036, and the Honda Civic, at 21,546.
Burgerlicious!
Burgerlicious! YOLO Grille chef Matt Sutton keeps his menu fresh with decadent new dishes. Do not
Gains protests parole for Youngstown killer
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains
Grant in place for cleanup of property
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A cleanup of old industrial property for a
Mojos' working for those who like barbecue
Now that we are putting our grills away for the winter, if you find yourself in the mood for a barbecue dinner, Mojo’s definitely has a lot to offer that will satisfy your craving.
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., clothing giveaway, 9 to 1 p.m.
Winery of the week
Winery of the week Landmark Winery is a gem in the crown of Sonoma County, Calif. Drink columnist
Pledges in airport travel bank hit $1.6M
Staff report VIENNA The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport’s Travel Bank – Air Service
NDSU suspends starting halfback
Associated Press FARGO, N.D. North Dakota State coach Craig Bohl suspended starting halfback Sam
Judge blocks voter-ID law in Pa.
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania voters won’t have to show photo identification to
Men in shooting sentenced to prison
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two men convicted of shooting a reputed
METRO DIGEST || Drug conviction
Drug conviction PITTSBURGH A 48-year-old Farrell, Pa., man could face a long prison term and a
JobsOhio official stepping down
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The head of the state’s new nonprofit economic
Auto sales, home prices improve
Auto sales, home prices improve WASHINGTON The U.S. economy is looking more resilient, thanks in
Obama should grab middle
Opinion: By Aaron Zelinsky Hartford Courant Mr. President, you’re entering dangerous territory. With
‘Red line’ a perilous scrawl
Opinion: The debate over when (and whether) to set a “red line” for attacking Iran’s nuclear program slipped
Mandel: Closing bases may be an option
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republican state Treasurer and U.S. Senate candidate
Policing Internet gambling falls to local office holders
Editorial: Legislators in Columbus looked the other way while across the state hundreds of Internet cafes
Romney can seize moment
Opinion: By Mark Samburg Hartford Courant Mr. Romney, you need to win this first debate — badly. You’ve
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 24.57 .15 Avalon
METRO DIGEST || Heating assistance for seniors, families
Heating assistance Youngstown Mahoning County Senior Center is offering help to eligible
Acoustic-rock act America, which had a slew of huge hits in the 1970s, will come to Stambaugh
Acoustic-rock act America, which had a slew of huge hits in the 1970s, will come to Stambaugh
7 crew members arrested in sinking
7 crew members arrested in sinking HONG KONG Police arrested seven crew members from two boats
We’ve got to pay for top quality politicians
Opinion: Now that the National Football League has apparently learned that it can be costly to hire cheap
Lowellville officer returns to duty
Staff report lowellville A Lowellville police sergeant who was placed on paid administrative
Intelligence effort names innocent people
Associated Press WASHINGTON A multibillion-dollar information-sharing program created in the
Woman charged in theft from Warren Health Dept.
Staff report WARREN Holly Montecalvo, 44, of Willard Street has been charged with felony theft
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Eastgate Regional Council of Governments, technical advisory committee, 10 a.m.;
New stop-action animated film was personal project for Tim Burton Creating ‘Frankenweenie’
By Gina McIntyre Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The sound of brass and wind instruments rang
Razed post to rise anew
Bob Raver felt bittersweet as he watched the demise of a building close to his heart, yet he assumed a pragmatic attitude.
Donald walks it off for Tribe
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jason Donald singled home the winning run with two outs in the 12th
Taylor- Winfield to supply Chinese company
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Taylor-Winfield Technologies Inc. has been awarded a contract for more
Baby bust continues: US births down for 4th year in a row
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. births fell for the fourth year in a row, the government reported
They feel the love
They feel the love V2 got to see some new faces over the weekend after last week’s article. Thanks
PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES || Sighs, slogans among pitfalls
Associated Press WASHINGTON They spend hours mastering policy, learning to lean on the podium
Holiday sales predicted to rise 4.1 percent
Associated Press NEW YORK Americans are expected to spend more during what’s traditionally the
Streisand lets go of perfectionism
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Back in the day, if Barbra Streisand made one vocal
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 3, the 277th day of 2012. There are 89 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kevin L. Pounds, 31, of 5486 Southern Blvd.,
What about party loyalty?
Opinion: What about party loyalty? I was appalled when I read the article in the Vindicator that an
birthdays
birthdays Singer Chubby Checker is 71. Magician Roy Horn of Siegfried and Roy is 68. Singer-
Privacy, technology face off
Opinion: Privacy, technology face off San Jose Mercury News: The tension between new technology and
Bake up some family fun
Family Features Sticky, gooey, sweet and satisfying monkey bread is a favorite of kids and
Chill Out with frozen desserts
Family Features Whether it’s something light, cool and refreshing, or rich, decadent and creamy,
Tuesday, October 2 (96 stories)
New Zealand revokes Mike Tyson's visa
In a reversal, Mike Tyson has been denied entry to the country whose indigenous Maori people he says inspired his facial tattoo.
Obama increased security in N. Africa before embassy attack
Small teams of special operations forces arrived at American embassies throughout North Africa in the months before militants launched the fiery attack that killed the U.S. ambassador in Libya. The soldiers' mission: Set up a network that could quickly strike a terrorist target or rescue a hostage.
NYC lawyer: Iranian cameraman concerned for safety
NYC lawyer: Iranian cameraman concerned for safety NEW YORK (AP) — The lawyer for an Iranian
Free dental work available Friday in Hubbard
Free dental work available Friday in Hubbard HUBBARD Doctors Mark and Rudolph Braydich of
Warren authorities issue warrant in murder case
Warren authorities issue warrant in murder case WARREN An arrest warrant has been issued for
Cruze the top-selling small car in U.S.
Cruze the top-selling small car in U.S. LORDSTOWN The Chevrolet Cruze is the top selling small
3rd American Airlines flight had seats come loose
3rd American Airlines flight had seats come loose DALLAS (AP) — American Airlines says passenger
Colleges pledge to graduate additional 4 million
Colleges pledge to graduate additional 4 million Public colleges and universities are pledging
Fla. justices question law license for immigrant
Fla. justices question law license for immigrant TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Most of the Florida
Some Mill Creek Park roads closing for weekend events
Some Mill Creek Park roads closing for weekend events Youngstown Mill Creek MetroParks is
New American Legion post building to replace old
New American Legion post building to replace old YOUNGSTOWN Bob Raver felt bittersweet as he
Double shooting brings long prison sentences
Double shooting brings long prison sentences Two men convicted of shooting and alleged drug dealer
Friday marks 50 years of James Bond on film
Friday marks 50 years of James Bond on film James Bond first hit the big screen in “Dr. No,”
Deer poacher convicted of killing game warden
Deer poacher convicted of killing game warden GETTYSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A deer poacher was convicted
Weekend street closings set in Youngstown
Weekend street closings set in Youngstown Youngstown The fundraiser for the Garden District
Pennsylvania voter ID law halted
Pennsylvania voter ID law halted Commonwealth Court Judge Robert Simpson this morning delayed the
Cruze September sales remain strong
Cruze September sales remain strong LORDSTOWN Sales of the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze had
Trumbull County seeks state input on sick leave policy
Trumbull County seeks state input on sick leave policy WARREN The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s
REUNIONS
Aeppli Family Reunion will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Mahoning Grange Hall, 1208 Skyhill
Eagles ladies will sponsor dinner party
Eagles ladies will sponsor dinner party GIRARD A pasta dinner with one meat ball will be from
Camping out to cast first
Outside the Mahoning County Board of Elections office on Oak Hill Avenue, the Democrats were ready to greet the start of early voting today in Ohio.
Vessels of knowledge
A safari cruise took a turn for the worse Monday, as the boat carrying five South Range students sank.
2 who killed Niles cop in ’82 will face parole boardSFlb
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NILES The first of two parole hearings this month for the killers of 26-year-old Niles police officer John Utlak will be Wednesday in the Toledo Correctional Institute.
Wheatland Tube’s $14M expansion to enable entry into more markets
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com WARREN Wheatland Tube is nearing completion of a $14 million renovation to its Warren plant that resulted in the hiring of 30 workers.
Fifth-game reversal
With their backs against the wall, Howland High’s volleyball players knew they were going to have to play better in the fifth and deciding match against Cardinal Mooney.
BRANCHING OUT
Holly Podbesek wanted to share her 30-year background in Irish dancing, so she opened a studio right in the heart of the Mahoning Valley.
Chemistry unites Poland boys golf team
By RYAN BUCK sports@vindy.com POLAND Anyone that tuned in to the Ryder Cup this past weekend can attest to the importance group chemistry plays in a team golf event.
Center wins $25K in national contest
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com STRUTHERS John Brown, former national commander for AMVETS, was jumping up and down when he learned AMVETS Post 44 Career Center won Home Depot’s September “Aprons in Action” Facebook contest and a $25,000 Home Depot gift card.
Buckeyes find unity in MSU triumph
Associated Press COLUMBUS In the moments immediately after Ohio State’s 17-16 victory over Michigan State, players and coaches took turns talking about what the win meant to them and how much they cared about each other.
Appeals court affirms previous decision
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 7th District Court of Appeals has upheld the denial of unemployment compensation to a fired Youngstown State University payroll assistant, who also was a labor union president.
Officials OK hiring architect
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Township trustees approved hiring an architect to help determine the most cost-effective way to improve the main fire station and approved a resolution regulating Internet sweepstakes cafes.
Harrison, Polamalu return to practice
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The starting defense the Steelers thought they were getting when the season opened finally practiced together on Monday.
Injuries piling up as Browns look to Giants
Browns receivers have gone from dropping passes to dropping off the practice list.
Struthers board hires new superintendent
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers The Struthers school board hired a new superintendent at a special meeting Monday.
At age 31, Joseph Gordon-Levitt has already proven he can pretty much do everything, from action
At age 31, Joseph Gordon-Levitt has already proven he can pretty much do everything, from action
Nick aims for moms after kids go to bed
By Beth Whitehouse Newsday It sounds like a game to play on girls’ night out: Watch old “Brady
Shake hands and come out acting
Opinion: By Thomas V. DiBACCO Los Angeles Times Wednesday marks the 52nd anniversary of the first
Obama trying to avoid miscue in first debate
Associated Press HENDERSON, Nev. President Barack Obama has one mission heading into his first
Manufacturing grows for 1st time in months
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. manufacturing grew for the first time in four months, buoyed by
State, crew clean up spill in Austintown
Staff report austintown State environmental agents and a cleanup crew were expected to remain
Soaps get their ‘Revenge’
By Neal Justin Star Tribune (Minneapolis) LOS ANGELES In “Revenge,” Emily VanCamp has
Fire district placed on ‘unauditable list’
Fire district placed on ‘unauditable list’ COLUMBUS As a result of inadequate financial
Home Savings and Loan co. Bank says sale shows rebound
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Little more than a week after The Home
State unveils gambling survey
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Tom Leksan knows the consequences of gambling
Man will attempt supersonic dive
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. His blood could boil. His lungs could overinflate. The
Doctor: 1 of my personalities led to crime
Associated Press NEW YORK A doctor once lauded for her AIDS treatment work is blaming one of her
Hours of practice ahead of event for Romney
Associated Press DENVER If Republican Mitt Romney stumbles during Wednesday’s presidential
BIRTHS
BIRTHS ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH CENTER Rania Alghraisi and Raed R. Katib, Poland, girl, Sept. 29.
Romney’s fortunes will rise
Opinion: By Neal Gabler Los Angeles Times So it’s over. Mitt Romney is now on his way to political
Steep price has been paid to guarantee right to vote
Editorial: Last week’s visit to the Mahon- ing Valley by one of the champions of the civil rights movement was
Magic Tree opens today
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Phill and Sandy Reda each have their own
Proposed change would allow board to receive drilling offers
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There is support from city council to change a
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $780,000 Source: Howland schools
The amount of the drop in Howland Local Schools’ most recent half-year real-estate distributions,
Pelini sheds fondness for Ohio State
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. To Bo Pelini, Nebraska’s visit to Ohio Stadium this week is
Healthy Irving happy to get back
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE Posing with his arms folded across his chest, Kyrie Irving waited
White Sox pummel Indians
Associated Press CLEVELAND Their collapse complete, all the White Sox could do was watch from
Judge refuses to grant relief from death sentence
Staff report CLEVELAND A federal judge has refused to grant former Warren man Andre Williams
Fitch, Brookfield voted fifth in high school football poll
Staff report Five is the lucky number for three Mahoning Valley football teams in this week’s
Early voting starts today across Ohio
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS More than 922,000 Ohioans have submitted applications
New Irish Dance School
New Irish Dance School Holly Podbesek bought Northeast Arts Dance and Fitness, 6520 Mahoning Ave.,
Ohio abortions drop for 11th year
Associated Press COLUMBUS The annual number of abortions reported in Ohio has dropped below
Police: Hubbard man ran over Pa. man with car
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com hubbard One man was charged with felonious assault after
‘The Lady’ grows into role on ‘CBS This Morning’ O’Donnell’s new gig
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Norah O’Donnell understood the cultural
A wasted crisis
Opinion: By Lane Filler Newsday It was a week after President Barack Obama was elected that his chief-of-
Experts: Economy to pick up regardless of election results
Associated Press WASHINGTON Eventually, the economic recovery will pick up steam — whether
Locke, Marte lead Bucs to win
Associated Press PITTSBURGH It hasn’t been the easiest fall for the Pittsburgh Pirates. For a
‘Family Guy’ creator will host the Oscars
Associated Press LOS ANGELES “Family Guy” creator Seth MacFarlane will host the 2013 Oscars
Briggs, Tillman pick off Romo in romp
Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas Those 30-something defenders for the Chicago Bears showed Tony
Preserve Civil War sites
Opinion: The Tennessean, Nashville, Tenn.: In early August, retired history teacher Steve Bartlett of
Allegation may have led to shooting
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An allegation of attempted rape may have led to a 21-year-old Youngstown
Hardaway guides YSU volleyball reversal
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN You have to go back to the 1999 season to find the
FirstEnergy cuts usage of plant
Staff report youngstown The economic slowdown and low costs for energy have led FirstEnergy to
Man who killed 2, shot at city police in ’81 to be released
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com COLUMBUS An 80-year-old inmate, who fatally shot his
ODNR selects administrator for division
Staff report Columbus The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has named an Austintown native
Canfield golf, tennis advance
Staff report CORTLAND With 333 team strokes, the Canfield girls golf team placed second at
Farmers to offer private banking
Farmers to offer private banking cANFIELD Farmers National Bank will now offer private banking
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Idaho woman charged with stick-figure threat BOISE, Idaho A woman who was about
Campbell receives grant for cleanup
Staff Report Campbell A $1.9 million Clean Ohio grant has officially been released to the city
Gems, gold stolen from museum
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO California investigators searched Monday for thieves who made off
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 24.42 —.34 Avalon
Schools see drop in real-estate distributions
Staff report HOWLAND Howland Local Schools saw a $780,000 drop in its most recent half-year
Council has a duty to be fair
Opinion: Council has a duty to be fair At the Sept. 5 Canfield City Council meeting, a letter addressed to
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 2, the 276th day of 2012. There are 90 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Fiscal cliff looms for the nation
Opinion: WASHINGTON This country is in the midst of its own Road Runner cartoon — and we are Wile E.
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth P. Heitzenrater, 25, of 19320 Courtney Road,
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, 5:30 p.m., council chambers, city hall. Finance
Monday, October 1 (70 stories)
Police: 2nd suspect nabbed in St. Maarten slayings
Police: 2nd suspect nabbed in St. Maarten slayings PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten (AP) — St. Maarten
NY doctor: 1 of my personalities led to drug crime
NY doctor: 1 of my personalities led to drug crime NEW YORK (AP) — A New York City doctor once
Police killers have parole hearings this month
Police killers have parole hearings this month NILES The first of two parole hearings this month
AMVETS Post 44 wins $25,000 Home Depot gift card
AMVETS Post 44 wins $25,000 Home Depot gift card STRUTHERS Mahoning Valley Facebook users pulled
Obama in Cleveland for Friday rally
Obama in Cleveland for Friday rally COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) President Barack Obama’s campaign has
Jesus has returned ... north of Cincinnati
Jesus has returned ... north of Cincinnati MONROE, Ohio (AP) A southern Ohio church has drawn a
How, when and why do Ohioans gamble?
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Review cuts confusion, bias from studies on shale jobs
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Dogs, owners have their day at Pet Celebration in Warren
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Youngstown native making waves with youth in Florida
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