July 26th, 2008 at 08:08 PM
The grandparents of a 2-year-old Orlando, Fla., girl who is missing and feared dead are former

July 26th, 2008 at 06:06 PM
AUSTINTOWN — Tom Pugh of Youngstown will never forget Christmas 1998, but not because of anything

July 26th, 2008 at 05:21 PM
POLAND — A town jewel is getting national recognition. Peterson Park, located at U.S. Route 224

July 26th, 2008 at 05:16 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Ohioans worried about the spiking cost of natural gas might find some relief close to
July 26th, 2008 at 12:10 AM
In an informal poll, less than one-third of respondents knew what the FDIC does. YOUNGSTOWN —

July 26th, 2008 at 12:09 AM
GM has trained 700 new hires, 400 transfers and 300 temporary workers. LORDSTOWN — The final

July 26th, 2008 at 12:08 AM
Packard has too much production capability for its orders, a union leader says. WARREN —
July 26th, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Forensics determined that the shot that hit the officer’s vest was fired from 4 feet away or less.
July 26th, 2008 at 12:06 AM
The home was in ‘deplorable condition,’ a police officer said. WARREN — Police and a deputy

July 26th, 2008 at 12:06 AM
Canfield will again face Mount Vernon today at noon for the state championship. SOUTH POINT —

July 26th, 2008 at 12:06 AM
COMING UP SHORT The Jamestown Jammers won, 7-4, before 4,580 fans at Eastwood Field. NILES —

July 26th, 2008 at 12:05 AM
‘Titanic’ and ‘Full Monty’ didn’t get Best Musical nods. YOUNGSTOWN — There were some major

July 26th, 2008 at 12:03 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Members of the nonfaculty Association of Classified Employees union at Youngstown State

July 26th, 2008 at 12:03 AM
Despite the Cleveland’s backup quarterback’s lack of playing time, he’s a fan favorite. BEREA (AP)

July 26th, 2008 at 12:02 AM
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cliff Lee stayed on pace to become Cleveland’s first 20-game winner in 34 years and

July 26th, 2008 at 12:02 AM
“Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour” (8 p.m., Disney Channel): The tweens

July 26th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers signed running back Rashard Mendenhall Friday, agreeing to

July 26th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
The Cornhuskers are coming off a 5-7 season under Bill Callahan, who was fired. A solid program is

July 26th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A custody settlement between Britney Spears and Kevin Federline has been

July 26th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
DAYTON (AP) — A minor league pitcher accused of throwing a ball that hit a fan during a bench-

July 26th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
The San Jose SaberCats face Philadelphia, whose team president is the former YSU quarterback.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
He was his vintage self at his annual roundtable session, part of Big Ten media day. CHICAGO (AP)

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NATION GM extends discount to nonemployees NEW YORK — General Motors Corp. said Friday it is

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James G. Tsagaris Jr., 32, University Park, Fla., and Tiffany

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Low prices at the pump relieved some residents’ woes. YOUNGSTOWN — Many drivers on Belmont

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
ysu Horizon League academic honors INDIANAPOLIS — Youngstown State tied with Butler for a

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The passengers and crew remained calm. MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The 346 passengers were cruising

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
GARDEN DELIGHTS: Barbara Brothers and husband Larry Haims, center, both of Youngstown, share a laugh

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adrian Gonzalez homered to help the San Diego Padres earn a 6-5 win over the

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The rooms have advanced technology patient monitors. WARREN — Forum Health Trumbull Memorial

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AKRON — When Eleanor Dasen speeds down the hill at Derby Downs, she feels like she’s flying.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Packers’ retired QB who wants back — in order to be traded — has to petition the NFL first.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 1, Red Sox 0 BOSTON — Joba Chamberlain dominated Boston in his best

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
All of the youths were from Cortland, except for one from Warren. CORTLAND — Police charged 10

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Obama’s trip was designed to show how he can perform on the world stage. WASHINGTON — Sen.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Three of the six fastest drivers in qualifications raced the Edmonton circuit before. EDMONTON,

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
PGA OAKVILLE, Ontario — Chez Reavie finished the rain-delayed first round of the Canadian Open

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The scandal helped Democrats win four of five state offices in 2006. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio will get

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
LAS VEGAS (AP) — When Antonio Margarito climbs into the ring tonight, Julio Cesar Chavez and

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Randy Pausch said obstacles serve a purpose: They “give us a chance to show how

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Bus service and the county’s 911 centers were among the topics discussed. NORTH JACKSON — What

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
They go on sale Aug. 1 at the university’s athletic ticket office. About 90 players are set to

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Guests celebrate at Riverside garden benefit Proceeds from the gala help fund the park’s master

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
ACCOUNT SECURITY How knowledgeable are you? Nine people on the streets of Youngstown were

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The man threatened the clerk with a shotgun. YOUNGSTOWN — Police have impounded a vehicle used

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Swimmer Dara Torres’ coach, Michael Lohberg, has a rare blood disorder. This was supposed to

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AF2 STANDINGS American Conference EastWLTPFPA y-W-B/Scranton1320967567 Manchester870796800

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Area consumers will have an opportunity to respond to Dominion East Ohio’s proposal to

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MERCER, Pa. — Woodland Place is again unable to meet a scheduled Sept. 1 payment on an $8.8 million

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Americans have plenty of offense without LeBron James, who missed the game because of a sprained

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MERCER, Pa. — A low-to-moderate-income housing development in the borough won a reduction in its

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Friday’s move follows GE’s recent plan to spin off its lighting and appliance unit. HARTFORD,

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Thursday’s Games AMERICAN LEAGUE Toronto 5, Baltimore 1, 1st game Toronto 7, Baltimore 1, 2nd

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Newman, Wallace clash: Ryan Newman’s long goodbye to Penske Racing isn’t going quite as smoothly as

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Countering the prevailing theory that aging is the accumulation of wear and tear in cells,

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Baseball Favorite Odds Underdog National League CHICAGO CUBS 10-12 Florida PHILADELPHIA

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The company would pay $4.5 million to the city in rent over 10 years. YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today’s schedule in the PONY national softball tournament, with time, site and opponents: 16U

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
FDIC Federal organization that insures deposits in accounts at banks and savings and loan

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Losing streak: The Scrappers have lost five straight games. With Friday’s loss, the Scrappers are

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dealers will still be able to offer leases through independent sources. DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
911 dispatch arranged NORTH JACKSON — Arrangements have been made to continue emergency services

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A STROLL IN THE PARK: Bob and Carylon Albert of Liberty stand alongside Roberta and Jim Lang of

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who: Scrappers vs. Jamestown Jammers When: 7:05 p.m. today at Eastwood Field Promotions: As part

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Lamonte Jones Jr., 33, of

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Liberty 69, Sparks 68 NEW YORK — Janel McCarville’s layup with 6.4 seconds left lifted New York

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Annie: I recently discovered that my stepmother has been using cocaine and meth. She is in her

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The candidates will appear at Saddleback Church in California. WASHINGTON — John McCain and

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Despite our long-standing opposition to charter schools — the devastating effect they’re having on

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
LAS VEGAS — Did you know “black hole” is now a racist term? I didn’t and neither, apparently, did

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Thunder finish season The Mahoning Valley Thunder plays host to the Green Bay Blizzard tonight at

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X YOUNGSTOWN — Ashley Janeen Claytor and Tristan William Macklin-Lewis, both of 53 Lansdowne Blvd.,

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X AUSTINTOWN — Emil and Annette Grahovac, of 6885 Bowman Ave., announce the engagement and wedding

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
When Kathleen Kincaid, 77, died from complications of bone cancer earlier this month, her dream died

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X LOUISVILLE, Ky.— Rebekah Ann Cansler, of 10303 Dorsey Village Drive, and Brad Schutz, of 3646

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Columbus’s accidental discovery of a “New World” unleashed a floodgate of exploration, trade and

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Readers: There are lots of bird lovers out there. Did you know certain foods and beverages can

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Special prayer assembly YOUNGSTOWN — The City Prayer Team will present a special prayer assembly

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Los Angeles Times: This week, an appeals court in Philadelphia rejected two attempts by the federal

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Associated Press SAFETY MEASURES: Parents who have become good at slathering their children with

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today is Saturday, July 26, the 208th day of 2008. There are 158 days left in the year. On this date

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
VALLEY TOPICS Sunday news shows “Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Surplus food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A fish caught by a group of Youngstown-area anglers July 5 near Geneva has helped Ohio fisheries

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The steel processor says it has lost $30 million in the past seven years. WARREN — Thomas

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Russ and Kelly Sigworth, New Middletown, boy, July 24.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BEST PLAY “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?,” New Castle Playhouse. “The Importance of Being

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Choice of the bell tower was made after discovery of a letter. BOARDMAN — A letter found after

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
U.S. soldiers fired bullets that killed editor’s son BAGHDAD — The U.S. military said Friday that

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AKRON (AP) — A state legislator from Northeast Ohio was expected to remain in the hospital through
July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Fire Department is calling suspicious a fire at two vacant houses on the

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
People caught littering in the park will be issued a citation and could face a $100 fine, said a

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Cleaning up water at Mill Creek Park kA dozen volunteers climbed into kayaks this week and paddled

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Jets: Vernon Gholston was ready to hit the books after taking the field for the first time as the

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Area fun guide kThere’s a wealth of events in the region this weekend. page b2 business

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Another man died from injuries suffered in a separate motorcycle accident. WARREN — A 21-year-

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The American Gladiators gym is a good family option, its creator says. NILES — People who

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WASHINGTON — Evidence seems to be mounting that the scourge of every young college-bound American,

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Did you know that your safety and security depend on gay men and lesbians? An estimated 65,000 gay

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Peaceful place provides outside space for prayer, meditation and reflection. COLUMBIANA —

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The number was used by the NASCAR driver’s childhood hero, A.J. Foyt. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tony

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today Onstage “Glengarry Glen Ross,” 7:30 p.m., Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane,

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“University: The Fall of the Evangelical Nation” by Christine Wicker; HarperOne ($25): The author, a

July 26th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X Megan Nyers and Lee Wilson, both of Poland, are engaged and plan to be married in October, their