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Vindy.com for July 30, 2008
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- Astro Falcons win big in CABA tournament
July 30th, 2008 at 11:19 PM
STRUTHERS — The Astro Falcons pounded out 16 hits to back a strong performance by their ace pitcher
- Shoppach ties MLB record with 5 extra-base hits
July 30th, 2008 at 11:12 PM
CLEVELAND — Indians catcher Kelly Shoppach tied a major league record Wednesday night with five
- NHL players to play at Chevy to help Baird
July 30th, 2008 at 11:03 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown area and hockey community are coming together to hold a fundraiser Aug.
- Cook wins 14th, Iannetta homers in Rockies’ win
July 30th, 2008 at 10:14 PM
PITTSBURGH — Aaron Cook tied Arizona’s Brandon Webb for the National League lead in victories, Troy
- Liberty, Girard agree to annexation deal for new school
July 30th, 2008 at 09:28 PM
LIBERTY — The new Girard Senior and Junior High School will now likely be built on land actually in
- Outhouse is historic, no ... kidding
July 30th, 2008 at 07:58 PM
GIRARD — A little piece of history will be salvaged from the site of the new Girard High School and
- North Jackson yard sale is a community event
July 30th, 2008 at 07:56 PM
NORTH JACKSON — If one man’s trash is another’s treasure, township residents will be rich this
- United Way sets the pace for 2008
July 30th, 2008 at 07:55 PM
“Live united.” That’s the simple message United Way is promoting for the 11th annual Day of Caring
- Raided restaurant opens with special offer
July 30th, 2008 at 07:53 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — The Casa Fiesta on East Midlothian Boulevard, raided last week in a roundup of illegal
- Prosecutors want Judge Durkin off murder case
July 30th, 2008 at 07:51 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County prosecutors have asked Judge John M. Durkin to remove himself from the
- Few area schools pay teachers above the Ohio average
July 30th, 2008 at 07:49 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Only a handful of the 48 public schools in the tri-county area offered starting teacher
- Penn State boots two off football team
July 30th, 2008 at 07:31 PM
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Penn State defensive tackles Chris Baker and Phil Taylor, two of a handful of
- Steelers are Big Ben’s team now
July 30th, 2008 at 07:13 PM
LATROBE, Pa. — There’s no hiding it: The Steelers are Big Ben’s team. Not Jerome Bettis’ team or
- Poland softball team has high expectations for regional
July 30th, 2008 at 07:00 PM
By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF POLAND — The Poland Little League 13-14-year-old All-
- YSU releases 2008-09 men’s basketball schedule
July 30th, 2008 at 06:35 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — An early-season visit to Maryland and 15 home games highlight Youngstown State’s 2008-
- Scrappers complete sweep of Spikes
July 30th, 2008 at 06:10 PM
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — One thing the Mahoning Valley baseball team does is make things interesting.
- Fire at South Raccoon house stops traffic
July 30th, 2008 at 05:37 PM
CANFIELD — Fire officials have ruled out lightning as the cause of a Raccoon Road fire that
- Thieves strike on East and West sides
July 30th, 2008 at 01:48 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — A variety of items that can be sold for their scrap value were reported stolen from a
- Mahoning Co. bridge renamed after William Holmes McGuffey
July 30th, 2008 at 01:43 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Local dignitaries and members of the William Holmes McGuffey Historical Society today
- Delphi Packard will close its Cortland plant
July 30th, 2008 at 01:43 PM
Delphi Packard Electric has informed its workers that it plans to close its plastic molding plant in
- Columbiana commissioners receive proposals to design new JFS offices
July 30th, 2008 at 01:42 PM
LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners have received nine proposals from architectural firms
- South Side man charged with damage at Subway restaurant
July 30th, 2008 at 01:42 PM
YOUNGSTOWN — Police took a South Side man into custody after a large rock was thrown through the
- Trumbull 911 agrees to dispatch fire, ambulance calls for Milton Township, Craig Beach
July 30th, 2008 at 11:05 AM
WARREN — Though a formal agreement isn’t likely until Aug. 6, Trumbull County’s 911 center is set to
- Federal grand jury indicts Girard man for burglaries of firearms dealers
July 30th, 2008 at 10:38 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — A federal grand jury in Cleveland has indicted Matthew Clingerman of Girard for his
- McDonald football team seeks program patrons
July 30th, 2008 at 09:36 AM
MCDONALD — The McDonald football team is seeking patrons for the football program, Kim Olsen,
- Police seek help locating missing man
July 30th, 2008 at 08:46 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Albert D. Byrd III, 33, of West Princeton Avenue,
- Beach Blast social is set
July 30th, 2008 at 07:38 AM
CANFIELD — The Welcome Wagon Club of Canfield plans its Beach Blast social for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 26 at
- Bike reunion scheduled
July 30th, 2008 at 07:36 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Wilson High School has scheduled an all-year bike reunion for Aug. 24. Those
- Rummage sale at church
July 30th, 2008 at 07:35 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Jerusalem Baptist Church, 2003 Wilson Ave., has planned a three-day rummage sale from
- Reunion set in Niles park
July 30th, 2008 at 07:34 AM
NILES — The 17th annual reunion of Whetstone family and friends will take place from noon till dark
- Golden String fundraiser at Farmer Casey’s Ranch
July 30th, 2008 at 07:32 AM
COITSVILLE — Farmer Casey’s Ranch, 4738 McCartney Road, will be the setting on Aug. 29 for an
- Day of Giving planned at Southern Park Mall
July 30th, 2008 at 07:31 AM
BOARDMAN — Southern Park Mall invites local nonprofit organizations to participate in 2008 Simon
- Day of Caring by UW seeks volunteers
July 30th, 2008 at 07:30 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — The 11th annual Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way “Day of Caring” will take place
- Kelly Pavlik to host golf outing Friday
July 30th, 2008 at 07:29 AM
COITSVILLE — The first annual Kelly “The Ghost” Charity Golf Outing will be Friday at Bedford Trails
- Church sets rummage sale
July 30th, 2008 at 07:26 AM
Church sets rummage sale VIENNA — Queen of the Holy Rosary Church, 291 Scoville Drive, is having
- Niles Heritage day to feature Civil War camp
July 30th, 2008 at 07:04 AM
Special to The Vindicator INFORMATIONAL: For the Niles Historical Society’s Heritage Day 2007,
- FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout events planned
July 30th, 2008 at 07:03 AM
THURSDAY XPoland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, will have takeout dinners
- Dann requests previous records
July 30th, 2008 at 12:10 AM
The ex-attorney general said he is ‘trying to rebuild my life with my family and my legal practice.’
- Youngstown clinic to host free health screening event
July 30th, 2008 at 12:09 AM
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Community Health Center is gearing up to host GuardCare in August, an event
- Schools put brakes on bus costs
July 30th, 2008 at 12:08 AM
State law doesn’t require school districts to transport high school students. YOUNGSTOWN —
- Demand rises for senior rides
July 30th, 2008 at 12:07 AM
WARREN — Prompted by the high cost of gasoline, senior citizens have doubled their use of $2 one-way
- Valley groups host dog show
July 30th, 2008 at 12:06 AM
People come from all over the country and from other countries. CANFIELD — “No dogs allowed”
- MV romps past Spikes
July 30th, 2008 at 12:05 AM
The Scrappers had 14 hits in the 14-2 victory over State College. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Happy
- Contract includes raises for YSU workers
July 30th, 2008 at 12:04 AM
“This contract reflects a new era in labor relations at YSU. It’s a new day. We’re moving forward.”
- CABA World Series
July 30th, 2008 at 12:03 AM
Rondinelli Tuxedo posts second straight win Phil Double’s big day led the locals past Ohio
- Cortland’s Extreme Blue drops 1-0 decision
July 30th, 2008 at 12:03 AM
The local team was eliminated by Total Kaos in the PONY 18U division. CANFIELD — Total Kaos
- Ice cream-eating contest is cool way to raise cash for barn
July 30th, 2008 at 12:03 AM
The ice cream will be served on plates. Spoons are optional. LISBON — Ladies and gentlemen,
- Liberty firefighters receive FEMA grant
July 30th, 2008 at 12:02 AM
The department has received the grant four of the last five years. LIBERTY — Township
- Pay cut not a problem for Davis
July 30th, 2008 at 12:02 AM
The Browns’ linebacker only wants a chance to play and support his family. BEREA (AP) — Imagine
- Pirates again rally past Rockies
July 30th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
Luis Rivas had three hits and three RBIs in the 6-4 victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh
- Inge leads Tigers past Tribe
July 30th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
He homered and drove in three runs in an 8-5 victory over the Indians. CLEVELAND (AP) — Brandon
- Tomlin earning respect from all of the Steelers
July 30th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
The second-year head coach is no longer in Bill Cowher’s shadows. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — One
- In honor of Royko and Cubs
July 30th, 2008 at 12:01 AM
I got my last autograph when I was 10. Browns players Ozzie Newsome and Brian Brennan came to
- Date is chosen for Bowser-Hake outdoor wedding
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X YOUNGSTOWN — Wendy and Dave Kishton, 3635 Arden Blvd., are announcing the engagement of their
- St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Erica Smallwood and Dekorda Jackson, Youngstown, boy, July 28.
- NASCAR apology over tires
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Last week, 11 cautions were caused by tires disintegrating on the track. NASCAR apologized
- MARC DANN
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MARC DANN Public records request Former Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann filed a public records
- Astros Falcons rally to beat Cincinnati
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The locals also suffered their first losses in the CABA World Series. STRUTHERS — The Astro
- TUESDAY’S SCORES
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
TUESDAY’S SCORES Cincinnati Stix 3, Old Brooklyn Hurricanes 2 Ohio Hurricanes 10, Pittsburgh
- GUARDCARE: 2008
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
GUARDCARE: 2008 Volunteers are needed to work at “GuardCare: 2008 Healthy People, Healthy Places”
- Whitaker replaces Russert as Wash. bureau chief
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Whitaker replaces Russert as Wash. bureau chief NEW YORK — Mark Whitaker has been named to head
- Captain: Grease caused apartment fire
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Damage to the Canfield complex is estimated to exceed $1 million. CANFIELD — An investigation
- NFL ROUNDUP \ News & notes
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Steelers: Punter Daniel Sepulveda tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee for the
- Bush urges offshore drilling
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Allowing offshore drilling won’t make an immediate difference in gas prices. EUCLID, Ohio (AP) —
- Water worker arrested, on leave
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Despite a suspended license, the defendant continued to drive city vehicles, an official said.
- World Trade Organization talks collapse
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
GENEVA (AP) — After coming tantalizingly close to a historic trade deal, World Trade Organization
- Crestview board plans to terminate teacher’s contract
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
COLUMBIANA — The Crestview Local Board of Education plans to end the contract next month of English
- Tourists at Yosemite unfazed by wildfire
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The national park gets up to 4,000 visitors a day during its peak season. YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK,
- NFL PREVIEW NFC West
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A look at teams in the NFC West, in order of last season’s standings: SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (11-7)
- House apologizes to blacks for slavery, Jim Crow segregation
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WASHINGTON — The House apologized to black Americans on Tuesday, more than 140 years after slavery
- Experimental Alzheimer’s drug shows promise to slow disease
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
CHICAGO (AP) — For the first time, an experimental drug shows promise for halting the progression of
- East Palestine plans for all-school reunion
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The last all-school alumni event was three years ago. EAST PALESTINE — The All-School Reunion
- THEY’RE ALL HEART
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Fund supports those in need YOUNGSTOWN — Handel’s is used to dishing out ice cream, but this
- Hearing set for mother in scalding of baby
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NILES — A preliminary hearing is set for a mother accused of purposely dipping her 14-month-old
- Get Involved
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Get Involved Mahoning Valley businesses and residents can be part of Youngstown’s All Heart and
- Austintown residents robbed at gunpoint
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AUSTINTOWN — Three township residents were robbed at gunpoint after five people entered their home
- All Heart ice cream
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
All Heart ice cream Where to buy Handel’s on Friday will introduce the new Youngstown’s All
- EAST PALESTINE All-School Reunion
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
A list of activities slated for the reunion. Registration hours for Friday’s activities are noon to
- COLUMBIANA CO. FAIR Updates
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Cooper Wiley, 17, of Leetonia, and Kasey Baker, 20, of New Waterford have been named the 4-H King
- Sept. 11 memorial to be constructed in Pa.
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Sept. 11 memorial to be constructed in Pa. SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A piece of steel that was once
- George Carlin gets in a last laugh on death
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Carlin’s final album was released Tuesday. LOS ANGELES — Just months before he died, George
- Bridge work to result in detours
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The bike trail underneath the blue bridge will remain open for most of the construction period.
- Agenda Thursday
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Agenda Thursday Bazetta Township trustees, special meeting and public meeting, 8:30 a.m. to
- MLB ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 6, Red Sox 2 BOSTON — John Lackey came within two outs of a no-hitter,
- Business news digest
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
NATION Mervyns LLC chain files for bankruptcy protection NEW YORK — Department store chain
- Glass art exhibit planned
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Glass art exhibit planned WARREN — Mahoning Avenue’s oldest-surviving house will open its doors to
- ON THE FAIRWAYS \ This week’s golf events
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS Bridgestone Invitational Akron Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course:
- They should welcome new co-worker to join in
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Annie: I am at my wits’ end with a co-worker. Six of us work together as top aides to the head
- Rep urges legislation on trade with China
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
U.S. Rep. Phil English says there’s a menu before Congress of acts that fight unfair trade.
- Picking time is upon us
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
It’s berry picking time, so put on your old sneakers and get out to the fields. Fresh berries are
- Berries add layer of flavor to a classic
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Grow your own or pick your own, blueberries are chock full of vitamins and other nutrients.
- Parents announce Sampson-Gardner wedding plans
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
X The engagement of Jessica J. Sampson and Brian Gardner, both of 809 Warren Ave., Niles, is
- Politics and the Olympics are an ugly fact of life
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Politics and the Olympics are an ugly fact of life The Olympic Games present a opportunity for
- Election fails to provide firm answers
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Six months ago, Americans were worried about Barack Obama’s inexperience and John McCain’s age and
- A measure of justice for Serbia — at last
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
When Radovan Karadzic’s dark era began in the late 1980s and early ’90s — when this Bosnian Serb
- Consumer confidence, oil prices send stocks up
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The Dow gained back all of Monday’s large loss. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street shot higher Tuesday,
- know your berries
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
know your berries Selection UBerries should be dry, firm, well-shaped and eaten within a week of
- Today is Wednesday, July 30, the 212th day of 2008. There are 154 days left in the year. On this
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Today is Wednesday, July 30, the 212th day of 2008. There are 154 days left in the year. On this
- Vintage Ohio brings delight to lovers of all things local
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Locavore. That’s a new word in our lexicon that caters directly to the spirit of the 14th annual
- You don’t have to heat the house to love berries
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
This perfect-for-summer smoothie is closer to a frappe than the health food-inclined drinks most
- Blueberry pie is easy to make, requiring mostly patience
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Blueberry pies are among the easiest of fruit pies. There’s no chopping or cutting. Simply toss the
- RTI cuts costs after earnings fall
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Lower earnings pushed down RTI’s stock price. RTI International Metals is looking to trim
- Military voids the draft
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Scripps Howard: The Army did the right thing for the right reason, but the way it was handled verged
- “What’s next — security guards at the door saying ‘You’re overweight,
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“What’s next — security guards at the door saying ‘You’re overweight, you can’t have a
- General Motors was wrong about future
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
It seems such an obvious error in hindsight. General Motors four years ago convened a global
- A tipping point in America’s mood
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
BAR HARBOR, MAINE — As I wander along the Atlantic seacoast this holiday season, chatting with folks
- East Palestine chamber seeks project volunteers
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Nearly 50 people attended the revamped chamber’s second meeting. EAST PALESTINE — The new
- Cake-mix brownies can help slice costs
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Dear Heloise: Enjoy your column — it inspires me to clean and try new recipes. I love the cake-mix
- Local racer places third in soap box championship
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
The 14-year-old Austintown boy is recognized by his hometown and Youngstown for his Soap Box Derby
- Vindy.com News Podcast for July 30, 2008
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Vindy.com News Podcast for July 30, 2008
- Sen. Stevens indicted
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Sen. Stevens indicted WASHINGTON — Sen. Ted Stevens, the nation’s longest-serving Republican
- Wednesday's Best Bets on TV
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
“The Baby Borrowers” (9 p.m., NBC): The overwhelmed teens of “The Baby Borrowers” have dealt with
- NOTEBOOK \ Scrappers vs. Spikes
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
He’s back: After spending parts of the last two seasons with the Scrappers, Dustin Realini is back
- Final novel makes history
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
PALATINE, Ill. — Arthur C. Clarke’s health was failing fast, but he still had a story to tell. So he
- new contract YSU ACE employees
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Youngstown State University has approved a new three-year contract with its Association of
- MARKET SHARE
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Vendors expand downtown YOUNGSTOWN — The Northside Farmers’ Market is open for business
- Game time: Scrappers
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Who: Scrappers vs. State College Spikes When: Today at noon Where: State College, Pa. Radio:
- Tuesday's scores 16U
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
TUESDAY’S SCORES 16U Bracket 1 Blue Thunder (Pa.) 5, New Milford Jades (Conn.) 2 Pittsburgh
- Lifting Spirits ...
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Lifting Spirits ... Youngstown’s All Heart, a foundation formed to benefit area residents in
- MAHONING COUNTY
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Basem R. Yaoub, 54, of 66 Fieldstone, Poland, and Eleonora
- Festival preparations
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Festival preparations YOUNGSTOWN — The city will close Central Square, downtown, to all traffic
- 300 cars to be displayed in show
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Donations are being requested for a Hubbard boy’s medical expenses. BOARDMAN — The Green Oasis
- WGC field draws some surprises
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Several American golfers managed to get into the field at Firestone. AKRON (AP) — The World Golf
- Surplus food
July 30th, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway 10 to
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