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WORLD SERIES: Giants win World Series, sweep Tigers

WORLD SERIES: Giants win World Series, sweep Tigers


WORLD SERIES: Tigers-Giants head to extra innings

WORLD SERIES: Tigers-Giants head to extra innings


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Biden-Clinton rally time moved up

Biden-Clinton rally time moved up Times for the Vice President Joe Biden/former President Bill


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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

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Ghostly meeting set


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 &

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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

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SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at


Thirteen local teams in playoffs

OHSAA playoff pairings announced


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.


Giants take commanding 3-0 World Series lead

San Francisco one win from another World Series title


Fright night events in Valley mix elegance and eeriness

At least three Saturday events allowed adults to celebrate Halloween enthusiastically in the Mahoning Valley.


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.


Miller, Buckeyes hop over Nittany Lions

Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, PA. Fake. Hop. Dive. Touchdown!


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.


Robinson hurt as Nebraska downs Michigan

Cornhuskers take control of Big Ten's Legends Division


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.


Blonde ambition carries Maplewood

Hartman helps Rockets get back to state after team missed in ’11 By JOE SCALZO


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.


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.


Unbeaten Irish beat Sooners on road

Notre Dame stays perfect


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.


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.


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.


Marrow, YCS top Gilmour in playoff primer

By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com POLAND Heading into the final weekend of play, Youngstown


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US CONGRESS | 13th and 14th Districts

Two candidates are running in the 13th Congressional District race and four in the 14th District.


Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9


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

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Area running calendar

OCTOBER Monday — Habitat for Humanity Fright Flight 5K and two-mile walk at 9 a.m. at Centennial


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


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Township Government Center, 8299 Market St.


Airfare ‘options’

By Gregory Karp Chicago Tribune Fliers today can find it difficult to keep their options open


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


Starting from scrap

By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At a house on Lockwood Boulevard, in a


Area bowling scores at a glance

800s Holiday — Adam Barta (805) in Belchyk/Action Plumbing. 700s Amron — John Larson (717),


Book offers an inside look

Book offers an inside look Husband-and-wife designers Robert and Cortney Novogratz share the


Pop culture Q&A

Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Who is the African-American announcer with the deep voice


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 25.24 .04 Avalon


Cosmetics store teams up with food bank

Staff report BOARDMAN A national makeup brand known for its philanthropic efforts is teaming up


Electoral College examined

Opinion: By Joshua Spivak Los Angeles Times The Electoral College is one of the most controversial and


TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Portfolio Recovery Associates v. Mary F. Calvin,


Steelers latest to try and stop RGIII

Associated Press Pittsburgh There comes a moment seemingly every time the Pittsburgh Steelers


Author's memories are picture perfect

LOCAL AUTHOR’S BOOK Availability Michael J. Lacivita, a lifelong Youngstown resident, World War

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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


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Philhar-monic Orchestra, 3 p.m.: A family Halloween concert


Halloween | Holiday happenings

Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The


CAREER PATHS, LIMELIGHTS

marketing The Viega ProPress received a B2 Award of Excellence from the Business Marketing


McClatchy Newspapers

McClatchy Newspapers Q. When my 3-year-old son misbehaves, I generally take things away from him


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


record reviews

TONY BENNETT Album: “Viva Duets” Grade: B+ Tony Bennett, on a never- ending quest to improve


Ask Mr. Know It All

Q. One of my favorite childhood actors is Ralph Macchio, from “The Karate Kid” movies. Has he been


Deadline extended

Deadline extended new castle, pa. The entry deadline for Paint for Peace for the Crisis Shelter


In Wintersville, Ohio, it’s an autumn of discontent

Los Angeles Times WINTERSVILLE, Ohio They gather at this old watering hole every week,


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


INVASIVE PLANTS

INVASIVE PLANTS McClatchy Newspapers AKRON For about 30 years, David and Carol Wolfe


Vineyard owners: Wine and fracking don’t mix

Associated Press The hillside vineyards of New York’s Finger Lakes region make money producing


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.


Church accepting food orders

Staff report NILES New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders for


11th District Court of Appeals

11th District Court of Appeals An * denotes the incumbent. For term beginning 2/9/2013


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.


OHIO LEGISLATURE RACES Candidates in Trumbull County districts

ohio senate, 32ND DISTRICT An * denotes the incumbent. Candidate: Capri S. Cafaro* Age: Not


For president: Barack Obama

Editorial: If there is one corner of Ohio that should vote overwhelmingly for the re-election of President


Poland Schools

Poland Schools Nov. 6 election A 5.9-mill, five-year additional emergency operating levy would


Warren schools chief to speak at event

Warren schools chief to speak at event warren Warren City Schools’ new superintendent, Michael


Does Febreze give odors the boot?

An ad for Febreze Air Effects, which “sweeps away those stale and stifling odors and leaves a fresh


Bardem provides jolt as new ‘Bond’ villain

By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK In one long take, Javier Bardem grandly strides


Years Ago

Today is Sunday, Oct. 28, the 302nd day of 2012. There are 64 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


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


Violence leaves Syria truce in tatters

Associated Press BEIRUT A Syrian warplane flattened a three-story building, suspected rebels


Warren JFK 36, Clev. CC, 8

Warren JFK 36, Clev. CC, 8 CLEVELAND Warren JFK, which had already clinched a Division VI


Ryan Blaney 8th in Trucks race

Associated Press MARTINSVILLE, VA. Denny Hamlin ducked under Matt Crafton with five laps to go


Polar Bears brave cold to eliminate Boardman

By WALT DOERSHUK Canton Repository MASSILLON Boardman’s deepest girls soccer tournament run


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,


Unbeaten Irish top Sooners

Associated Press NORMAN, OKLA. Everett Golson threw for 177 yards and plunged in for the


‘A Little Murder’ is lots of fun at SCT

By Stephanie Ottey entertainment@vindy.com salem Salem Community Theater is one of the


Iraq bombings, raid leave 40 dead

Iraq bombings, raid leave 40 dead baghdad Iraqi insurgents unleashed a string of bombings and


OHSAA rescinds football forfeitures

Staff report COLUMBUS Court documents previously not provided to the OHSAA or Eastern Local


Bolts look to fix mistakes; Browns look to break out

Associated Press CLEVELAND True to their nickname, the San Diego Chargers have struck quickly


Critics assail ‘dark money’ used in many campaigns

Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS When the story of the 2012 election is written, much attention likely


DUSTIN LIVESAY | THE VINDICATOR

DUSTIN LIVESAY | THE VINDICATOR Jeff Olsavsky, left, of Coitsville draws using colored pencils


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 An Afternoon of the Arts was observed Saturday at the Davis Family


Earnhardt leaves symptoms behind

Fort Worth Star-Telegram MARTINSVILLE, VA. Sprint Cup driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. had a lot of


Four departments battle fire at Trumbull County house

Staff report LIBERTY Four Trumbull County fire departments fought a house fire at 1758 Wilson


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


the vindicator | dustin Livesay

the vindicator | dustin Livesay Make a Difference Day Charde Woods, above left, a junior, counts


Officers injured in crash

Associated Press GEORGETOWN, Ohio Authorities say two police officers and a driver were hurt


Romney, Obama campaign toward finish line in Florida, New Hampshire

Associated Press LAND O’LAKES, Fla. Juggling politics and storm preparations, Mitt Romney


Golden Flashes stun unbeaten No. 18 Rutgers

Associated Press PISCATAWAY, N.J. After hugs and chest bumps at midfield following the final


Marines, police prep for a mock zombie invasion

Associated Press SAN DIEGO Move over vampires, goblins and haunted houses, this kind of


Michigan offense sputters again

Associated Press LINCOLN, NEB. Ameer Abdullah ran for 101 yards and a touchdown and Nebraska


Poll: Obama years have seen rise in racism

Associated Press WASHINGTON Racial attitudes have not improved in the four years since the


Superstorm threat launches mass evacuations

Associated Press SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. Forget distinctions such as tropical storm or hurricane.


Riding with …

Riding with … Dave Blaney Friday: Blaney qualified 37th for the Sprint Cup TUMS Fast Relief 500,


Ex-Pirate Vogelsong lifts Giants to 3-0 lead

Associated Press DETROIT Ryan Vogelsong escaped trouble three times and Gregor Blanco hit a 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


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Rock hall of fame honors Chuck Berry CLEVELAND Still rockin’ at 86, music legend


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