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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Brought down after a first down during second quarter action - is Niles #40 StefanYuhas - by Canfields #84 Kyle Nagy and #2 Nick Annichenni - after he got the first down ..Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

Published on September 28, 2012

ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..#84 Canfield Kyle Nagy brings down #11 John Cicero of Niles after a first down during first quarter action - .. Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..#11 Niles John Cicero goes into the Endzone draggin Canfields #84 Kyle Nagy - as Niles scored in the first set of downs -.Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Breaking up the pass and intercepting in the endzone is Niles #10 Chris Parry as the pass was intended for #11 Jake Dawson - during third quarter action Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Canfields #21 Conner Kesner - is tied up after making a first down in first qquarter action - as he is brought down by Niles #60 Nick Lardas and #24 Chris Hillier ..-Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

Published on September 28, 2012

ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..No where to go as Niles #40 Stefan Yuhas is corraled by Canfields 84 Kyle Nagy 11 Jake Dawson and 32 Nick Annichenni -- at the line during second quarter action ---Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

Published on September 28, 2012

ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Canfields #9 Kim Kimu takes off for a 30 plus yard run and a first down during third quarter action as #40 Stefan Yuhas #60 Nick Lardas - #5 Nick Sanchez give chase --.Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..After a tipped ball Niles #0 Andres Sheets hauls in the tip - as #50 Niles Jake Forward watches. the play was rulled dead - Niles at Canfield - Bob Dove Field ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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Poland students cheer on the Bulldogs against Canfield last week

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Ignacio N. Montagna and Tracy S. Taiclet

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Joan Lora, above, welcomed 43 new members to celebrate the society’s 65th anniversary. With her is Lou Raneri, receiving a copy of the “The Salem Story Continues, 1956-2006” for himself and his wife, Diane. As an all-volunteer organization, members encourage the preservation of the city’s history; collect, preserve and exhibit artifacts and memorabilia; and operate the public museum. For information on how to join, contact 330-337-8514 or visit www.salemhistoricalsociety.org.

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Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Zander

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From left to right are Dan Memo, Geri Kosar, Brian Forward and John Beato, committee members for the Napa Valley to the Mahoning Valley fundraiser to benefit the Rich Center for Autism. The fundraiser will take place Nov. 9 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church Hall. PHOTO BY: MADELYN P. HASTINGS | THE VINDICATOR

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The Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs is sponsoring its annual Youngstown State University scholarship fundraiser luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 17 at the Holiday Inn, 7410 South Ave., Boardman. The event will include a style show titled “The Traveling Suitcase” with classic fashions by Talbots and formal wear for young and old by Toula’s. Music will be by duet vocalists Jim McClelland and Liz Rubino accompanied by Jack Ciarniello. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Ford at 330-755-6828. Members of the committee in the back row are Catherine Campana, left, Debra Kosterzic and Aletha Bowden, and in front are Tamara Sigler, Barbara Geller, Barbara Higgins and Suzanne Brown. Committee members not in the photo are Linda Crish, Yvonne Ford and Patty Higgins. PHOTO BY: ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR

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Mark Sahli and Alissa Kovach

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After a season as backup goalie to the Youngstown Phantoms’ Matt O’Connor, Sean Romeo (30) is ready to step out into the spotlight as a starter. Romeo will be in goal today when the Phantoms open their fourth USHL season against Omaha at the Covelli Centre.

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Former lightweight boxing champion and Youngstown native Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini signs copies of his biography, “The Good Son,” along with author Mark Kriegel during a book signing Thursday at Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Boardman. The bookstore gave out more than 500 wristbands to autograph seekers, who waited in line for hours to meet the boxer.

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Youngstown Christian School players join in prayer before practice at Ipe Field.

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Trent Dougherty, chief legal analyst for the Ohio Environmental Council, stands before a group of journalists Thursday to explain the complexities of the oil and gas industry.

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Ron Robinson, president and chief executive of 3DCAD Printer Inc., shows off some of the products made using the additive manufacturing process. Robinson joined several other private companies and universities Thursday at the opening of the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute at 236 W. Boardman St.

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Auctioneer Stephen Solic prepares for the weekly auction at the North Lima Business Complex, inside the former South Range High School at 11836 South Ave. The complex will host weekly auctions every Tuesday at 5 p.m. beginning next Tuesday.

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Cleveland Indians manager Manny Acta watches a game against the Detroit Tigers from the dugout at Progressive Field in Cleveland. The Indians announced Thursday — an off day before their final homestand — that Acta has been fired.

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Autograph seeker Kyle DeBucci, left, of New Middletown waits his turn for an autograph from 49ers tight end Garrett Celek outside the Boardman Holiday Inn on Wednesday.

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Fifth-graders at Frank Ohl Intermediate School in Austintown work with Jeff Toth, township police officer, during their Drug Abuse Resistance Education class. A portion of the state’s school report cards was released Wednesday, and the district met 26 of 26 performance indicators. Fifth-grade test scores have been the most difficult to raise, but they met state specifications this year.

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Ryan Lowney (13) is one of three healthy defensemen returning to the Youngstown Phantoms for the 2012-13 season. The Phantoms open their season Friday at home.

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (82), of Warren, participates in a drill during practice Wednesday at Stambaugh Stadium. Assistant coach Ejiro Evero, left, watches.

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UNI’s Terrell Sinkfield breaks away from YSU defenders Donald D’Alesio (8), Jeremey Edwards (5) and Julius Childs for a first-quarter touchdown during last weekend’s game at Stambaugh Stadium. The Penguins will spend their open date working on defensive fundamentals.

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Robert Shroder, president and chief executive officer of Humility of Mary Health Partners, talks about the $103.3 million project that will start Monday at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center. The new seven-floor inpatient tower will house maternity services and the neonatal intensive-care unit now at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown.

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Video surveillance shows the breaking and entering at AAA Customs where dozens of high-powered weapons were taken. Police believe three people were involved in the theft and are hoping they can be identified from this still photo.

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Howland coach dick angle and his two best fans grandchildren Jake and Payton Angle

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Anastasia Sirilla and Vincent R. Donofrio

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After a life-changing experience of her own, Lee Meadows of Austintown has spent the past 13 years educating and helping people in the Youngstown area who have heart trouble. She is an active member of Chapter 7 of Mended Hearts, a national organization for heart-disease survivors. PHOTO BY: NICK MAYS | SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR

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Trumbull County Medical Society is planning a fundraiser for Access Health Mahoning Valley. Involved in the project are, from left to right, Marjorie Dangaron and Carol Olsen, TCMS volunteers; Cheryl D’Amore, AHMV board member; Alyson Scott Spon, executive director of TCMS; Amanda Mesmer, executive director of AHMV; and Molly Halliday, fundraising volunteer.

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Bobby Getsy and Ashley Peterson

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Holly Metzinger, administrative director at Great Expectations Learning Center in Hubbard, shows a toy to 1-year-old Brayden Frazzini. The learning center had an open house Tuesday night so families could see its new location for toddlers and infants.

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Fitch’s Kyle Kosco (18) battles with Canfield’s Mike Piersante (11) for control of the ball at midfield. Fitch’s Alex Smith (17) also is pictured.

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JT Stenglein, who scored 31 goals last season to lead the USHL, is back in Youngstown for his third season as a Phantom. Youngstown opens its fourth season in the USHL on Friday with a home game against Omaha.

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Green Bay Packers fan Mike LePak holds a sign in front of Lambeau Field along Lombardi Avenue, in Green Bay, Wis., Tuesday in protest of a controversial call in the Packers 14-12 loss to the Seattle Seahawks Monday night in Seattle. Just when it seemed that NFL coaches, players and fans couldn’t get any angrier, along came a fiasco that trumped any of the complaints from the weekend.

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Jamie, left, and Emily Danes were killed Friday in a car accident in Newton Township. This photo shows them after their wedding.

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V2’s signature dishes include (clockwise) Arancini diRiso, Crispy Calamari, Prosciutto DiParma and the Meatball Melt.

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The Youngstown Park and Recreation Commission is planning a comprehensive study on the long-term use of its properties. Robert Burke, the city’s park and recreation director, looks at the playground equipment at Crandall Park on the North Side.

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Hubbard Seniors Shelby Norris and Brian Lyons

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Hubbard Band Script Ohio

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Jared O'Hara- Hubbard Eagles Varsity Guard

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Serving on the committee of the Circle of Serbian Sisters annual Night in Belgrade are, from left to right, Phyllis Kulics, admissions; Christine Tepsich and Ann Milkovich, co-chairwomen; Nikki Martin, refreshments; Mickie Stankich food chairwoman; and Barbara Rogich, ad book.

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Austintown Fitch vs. Boardman

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Austintown Fitch cheerleaders

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Drumline performs a percussion piece during pregame

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Fitch and Boardman drumline members shaking hands after the drum off. Great sportsmanship!

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Fitch and Boardman drum lines battle back and forth at the Blitz before the game

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Jess Briganti of Youngstown hangs strands of beads from trees at Mill Creek MetroParks’ Fellows Riverside Gardens.

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Cheering from the end zone!

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Austintown Fitch Spirit Club

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Tyler DeMoin, 4, and his mom, Marie, of Stuthers hold a sign welcoming the San Francisco 49ers to Akron Childrens Hospital of the Mahoning Valley on Monday. The team is spending the week in the valley before playing the Jets on Sunday.

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Youngstown State University sophomore Naomi Smith of Youngstown works on a dress in preparation for Youngstown Fashion Week. The event this weekend aims to draw attention to the area’s fashion stores and designers.

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Stevie Pateras, 8, of Austintown gets a signature on his football from 49ers offensive lineman Al Netter.

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William D.Lewis The Vindicator Canfield's Kaylee Buchenic(16) and Howland's Morgan Scott (28) gofor the ball during Monday action at Howland.

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William D.Lewis The Vindicator Canfield's Lauren Pettola (11) and Howland's Morgan Scott (28) go for the ball during Monday action at Howland.

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William D.Lewis The Vindicator Howland's Seyla Perez(9) gets congrats from Jenna Dorchock( 25) and Jenn Boyd(6) after scoring first goal during Monday action at Howland.

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William D.Lewis The Vindicator Canfield's Jen Morris (23) and Howland's Jenn Boyd (6)) go for the ball during Monday action at Howland. At left is Canfield's Emma Seybert(17).

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William D.Lewis The Vindicator Canfield's Jen Morris(23) and) and Howland's Seyla Perez(9) go for the ball during Monday action at Howland.

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William D Lewis The Vindicator Howland's Jenna Dorchock (25) and Canfield's Emma Seybert 17) go for the ball during Monday action at Howland.

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Grandpa with his grand kids at the Fitch Boardman game!

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Erin K. Shea and Patrick A. Coleman

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Students of St. Patrick School in Hubbard are selling entertainment books for $30. In front are Rachel Lucarelli, left, and Nora Depizzo, and in back are Sofie Madeline, left, and Daniel Robinson. The books offer discount coupons to restaurants, sporting events, activities and more. Stop by the school office at 38 E. Water St. to purchase, or call the school at 330-534-2509 for information. All proceeds fund the activities of the school.

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Marilyn K. Wardle

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Hubbard Band - Script Ohio 2012

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A beautiful night for the Jackson-Milton game against Mineral Ridge at the Bluejay stadium in North Jackson.

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Canfield Village Middle School friends getting ready for the Canfield vs Poland football game and celebrating Alyssa Santoro's 13th Birthday!!

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Poland High School Senior Dog Pound members cheer on the boys as they take on Canfield.

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The Jackson-Milton Marching Band shows their spirit and pride for the Bluejays during the game against Rootstown.

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Brandt Snedeker lets out a yell after sinking his putt on the 18th hole to win the PGA Tour Championship and FedEx Cup on Sunday in Atlanta.

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Oakland Raiders wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey is hit in the end zone by Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Ryan Mundy and knocked unconscious in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s NFL game in Oakland, Calif. Despite a helmet-to-helmet hit, no penalty was called, and Heyward-Bey was taken to the hospital with a concussion and neck injury. A field goal by Raider kicker Sebastian Janikowski in the final seconds gave Oakland the 34-31 win.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden (3) is helped up after being knocked down by the Buffalo Bills defense in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s NFL game in Cleveland. The Browns were plagued by penalties, dropped passes, an inability to stop the run and turnovers, including two interceptions in the final four minutes as Weeden was trying to rally his team. The Browns fell 24-14.

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Garrett Teutsch, 2, of Girard rides in a soap-box derby car during the second annual Silly Science Sunday at the OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology in Youngstown. The event featured a variety of science-related activities.

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Willim D. Lewis the Vindicator YSU's coach Eric Wolford during Saturday with uni.

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Willim D. Lewis the Vindicator YSU'sJamaine Cook is chased out of bounds by uni Wilmot Wellington during 1rst qtr agaisnt UNI Saturday.

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Willim D. Lewis the Vindicator YSU's Kurt Hess (12) eludes UNI Jordan Gacke(35)1rst qtr agaisnt UNI Saturday.

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Willim D. Lewis the Vindicator YSU's Andrew Williams(80), left, and Marcel Carver(16) react after Williams scored the second YSU TD of the game during 1rst qtr agaisnt UNI Saturday.

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Willim D. Lewis the Vindicator UNI's Terrell Sinkfield eludes YSU defense to score during 1rst qtr.

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Four members of the Arab Community Center in Liberty perform a traditional Dabke dance at the Arab-American Festival of Youngstown on Saturday. From left are: Mureed Amireh, Ike Omran, Mohammed Salman and Samir Esmail.

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Performing Palestian traditional dancing are from leftn are Mureed Amireh, Ike Omran, Mahammed Salman and Samir Esmail during the Arab American Festival of Youngstown Saturday.

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Mahammed Salman of Youngstown and his cousin Adam Omran of Canfield enjoy events at Arab American Festival of Youngstown Saturday in downtown Youngstown.

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Gulay Yazar of Canfield, center, her daughter, Edanur, 9, and sister, Nurten Toslu of Philadelphia, baked the baklava and grape leaves sold at the Turkish booth at the Arab-American Festival of Youngstown Saturday.

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Kelli Krzynowek, also known as "Kelli Belly" a member of Wind and Song Dance Troupe from Cleveland, performs during Arab American Festival of Youngstown Saturday.

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Those attending Saturday's Arab-American Festival of Youngstown could have a traditional henna tattoo applied. Henna artists draw elaborate and ornate designs freehand, often on hands, arms or feet. The reddish-toned designs are temporary and fade over time.

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Kelli Krzynowek, also known as “Kelli Belly,” a member of the Wind and Sand Dance Company from Cleveland, performs a belly dance during the first Arab-American Festival of Youngstown on Saturday.

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Entertainment at the first Arab-American Festival of Youngstown Saturday included traditional belly-dancing. The event took place on West Federal Street between Phelps and Hazel streets.

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IMG 3398: Temeko Holness (10) of Struthers runs up the sideline after catching a pass during the second quarter of Friday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3438: Senior cheerleader Abbey Granger of HubbardÊcheers during Friday nights football matchup against Struthers High School at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3666: Tommy Batron (73) of Struthers hits the ball causing a fumble on Hubbard quarterback Brandon Harb (12) during the second halfÊof Friday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3544: LJ Scott (3) of Hubbard sheds the tackle of a Struthers defender duringÊFriday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3591: Cole Bencetic (6) of Hubbard stiff arms Dalton Moore (3) of Struthers during the second halfÊof Friday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3565: Hubbard quarterback Brandon Harb (12) looks for an opening while running the ball up the sidelines during the second halfÊof Friday nights matchup against Struthers at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3469: Sophomore band member Meredith Donahue anxiously awaits halftime so she can perform with her clarinetÊduring Friday nights football matchup against Struthers High School at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3435:Senior cheerleader Samantha Mock of Hubbard cheers during Friday nights football matchup against Struthers High School at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3724: Temeko Holness (10) of Struthers sacks hubbard quarterback Brandon Harb (12) during the second halfÊof Friday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3496:ÊThe Hubbard High School marching band performs during halftime of Friday nights football game between Hubbard and Struthers at Hubbard High School.ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3619: Hubbard seniors Dana Takash (left) and Megan DeMaiolo (right) run with a flag with a H on it in celebration of a touchdown by the Hubbard High School football team during Friday nights matchup against Struthers mat Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3503:ÊThe Hubbard High School marching band performs during halftime of Friday nights football game between Hubbard and Struthers at Hubbard High School.ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3575: Darnell Tate (1) of Hubbard outruns Tommy Kimbrough (6) of Struthers through an opening in the center of the field during the second halfÊof Friday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3643: Struthers quarterback Gary Muntean (12) gets a block by Nick Pollifrone (21) on Isiah Scott (19) of Hubbard during the second halfÊof Friday nights matchup at Hubbard High School. ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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IMG 3483: The Struthers High School marching band performs during halftime of Friday nights football game between Hubbard and Struthers at Hubbard High School.ÊDustin Livesay Ê| ÊThe Vindicator Ê9/21/12 ÊHubbard, Ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (11) Jake Dawson of Canfield breaks away from (23) Adam Wollet during the first quarter of thier game in Canfield Friday night. poland vs canfield 09212012 canfield, ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (6) Anthony Marchionda of Poland can't get away from (12) Drew Rogers during the first quarter of thier game in Canfield Friday night. poland vs canfield 09212012 canfield, ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (20) Ross Gould of Poland breaks away from (24) Luke Whittenberger for a touchdown in the second quarter of thier game in Canfield Friday night. poland vs canfield 09212012 canfield, ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (27) Anthony Kosec of Poland brings down (9) Kimu Kim of Canfield during the second quarter of thier game in Canfield Friday night. poland vs canfield 09212012 canfield, ohio

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..SACK - #24 Bdm John Babos.. is sacked in the second quarter by Ftichs #20 Jared McHenry - #50 Ryan Sayers and #76 Tony Behanna..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Driven back Boardmans #21 Isiah Lyle is driven back by fitchs #54 Billy Price and #50 Ryan Sayers -- -Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Bdm #1 Takes off for a first down run behing helped by #68 ( not in program and Blocking Fitch's #50 Ryan Sayers - Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --.. #1 Bdm Nathan Jones mmakes a cut on #2 Fitch KerrellJohnson on his way for the only touchdown - Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Fitchs #24 Darrin Hall moves off of Tackle for a run to the endzone in first quarter action --#41 Andrew James and #17 Tyler Grover - Looking up from the Turv #1 Boardman Nathan Jones --Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Fitch #2 Kerrell Johnson is off to the races and almost a touchdown in the second quarter as Bdm #8 Ryan Savage gives chase -Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Open Field and almost a TD ( called back ) Fitchs #15 Matt Futkos runs out of the backfield - #20 Jared McHenry and #43 Dooug Brandt (boardman) Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Boardman vs Fitch @ Fitch ..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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JFK vs Brookfield

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Mr. and Mrs. Bill Shacklock

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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Girts

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Members of the Householder family at the 2011 Walk in Boardman are, seated from left, Nanetta Householder, Rebecca Miller and Mabel Lawrence, and standing are Mary Trimmer, Sara Welch and Julieanna Miller.

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Mr. and Mrs. Guido DelGarbino

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Greg Quinn and Dr. Rose Tress

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Books by Carol Higgins Clark, featured guest at the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County’s Literary Society Author Event, are shown by, from left, Janet Loew, communications and public direcctor at the library; Phyllis Bacon, Crissi Jenkins and Karla Edwards, members of the Literary Society; and Deborah Liptak, library development director. The author event will be Oct. 11 at the main library in Youngstown. Photo by: ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR

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Tod J. Rodgers and Danielle M. Cannistra

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Promoters of the annual Freedom Fund Banquet planned by Youngstown Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People are, from left, Sandra Bean, banquet co-chairperson; Steven Michel, branch president; Gwendlyn Fish; publicity chairperson; and Juanita Byrd, Freedom Fund chairperson. Photo by: ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR

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The Crickets Burger at Crickets Bar and Grille

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The Bacon Cheddar Burger at Crickets Bar and Grille

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Waitress Jordan Krawchyk made the evening at Crickets enjoyable.

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Warren JFK’s Dominic Naples (10) outmaneuvers Robert Seman (32) of South Range during their 2012 season opener at South Range High School. With a 4-0 record, the Eagles are off to their best start since 2006.

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Customers line up outside the Chick-fi l-A Restaurant at New Bern Mall in New Bern, N.C. It is not entirely clear whether Chick-fil-A has definitely ended its financial businsupport for groups that oppose same-sex unions.

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Sly meets with Judge Scott Hunter of Mahoning County Area Court. Sly had been charged with driving with a suspended license and failing to appear in court. The Safe Surrender program targets about 15,000 people with outstanding warrants in Mahoning County.

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The Brewers’ Rickie Weeks hits a triple to left-center off Pirates relief pitcher Chris Resop, driving in two runs, in the eighth inning of Thursday’s baseball game in Pittsburgh. Weeks scored the go-ahead run on Aramis Ramirez’s single as the Brewers rallied to defeat the Pirates 9-7.

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Canfield’s Kasey Montezari, right, and Poland’s Scott Marucci battle for control of the ball during an All-American Conference American Division soccer match Thursday night in Poland. The Cardinals controlled the Bulldogs, 6-1.

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The building that houses Cedar’s Lounge at 23 N. Hazel St. was sold to Gatta Co. in Niles for $192, 500. Cedar’s Lounge will remain in business there. At left is the former Cedar’s Cafe, an extension of the lounge that closed a couple years ago.

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Richard Ohlin of Hubbard-based Quadland Corp. says he’s optimistic about the economy as Quadland invests in a development on the former Edgar McCullough farm on North Lima Road, just north of the Five Points intersection in Poland.

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Kelly DePalma, left, and Cynthia Briggs, members of IQ Quilt Club, show off a novelty quilt featuring a design with flip-flops that will be a door prize at the 33rd annual quilt show planned from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 29 at New Vernon Grange, 239 Sheakleyville Road, Clarks Mills, Pa. Donation is $2. The event will include quilting demonstrations and fabric dying, a country store with quilt-related items and four fabric and sewing machine vendors. DePalma’s fabric quilt creations will be showcased. Grange members will serve lunch. Quilts may be entered in the show by taking them to the grange by 2 p.m. Friday Sept. 28. For information call 724-376-2124 or 814-425-3375.

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Mindy Wiesensee of Home Savings McCartney office, left, and Michele Merkel, president of Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley, hold an oversized check for $5,000. Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently made the donation to Junior Achievement. JA volunteers teach young people in kindergarten through 12th grades about entrepreneurship. JAMV was formed in 1992 with the consolidation of JA of Trumbull County established in 1952, and JA of Youngstown Area established in 1953. JAMV coordinates programs in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Ashtabula counties.

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Elizabeth Smart, ABC news commentator and advocate against child abduction, speaks at the Healthy Woman Expo and Dinner at the Mahoning Country Club in Girard. Smart, who was 14 when she was kidnapped from her Salt Lake City home in 2002 and held for nine months by her kidnappers, spoke of making the decision during her ordeal that she would survive “no matter what.” Smart shared her story with 650 women Wednesday night at the expo, which was sponsored by ValleyCare Health Systems of Ohio.

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Canfield’s Christina Cooper tees off during the girls All-American Conference girls golf championship Wednesday at Tamer Win Golf & Country Club in Bazetta Township. Cooper’s round of 85 led the Cardinals to the American Division title and also earned her second place overall.

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Mike Carney, former president and district director of the United Steelworkers of America, shows off the USW patch as he pauses for the national anthem at an event in Campbell on Wednesday commemorating the 35th anniversary of Black Monday.

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Lynne Yost of Canfield shows her support at the Tea Party Express national bus-tour rally on the Village Green in Canfield. The 21-day “Winning for America” tour, which was in the city Wednesday, is covering 25 battleground states.

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Youngstown Connection entertains Kiwanis in Boardman The Ohio District of Kiwanis International held the 95th annual statewide meeting at Holiday Inn in Boardman. Chuck Whitman, left, is past lieutenant governor of Division 21 and past president of the Youngstown Club; Joyce Pogany is past lieutenant governor of Division 21 and past president of the Austintown Club; Lee Ann Wallace is incoming First Lady of the Ohio District; and Craig Wallace is incoming governor. Alan Penn of the Median Club was among more than 300 Kiwanians and guests attending. They toured Butler Institute of American Art, the D.D. Davis Center in Mill Creek Park and a drive through Federal Street and Youngstown State University. Governor Bill Snellgrove presided at the event at which the Youngstown Connection entertained.

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Linda Crish

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Volunteers supporting Yellow Brick Place include Donna Detwiler, seated at left, co-founder and cancer survivor, and Anna Aey. Other committee members for the fashion show fundraiser standing from left are Angie Palumbo, Mary Ann Zalka, Harriet Cohen, Jean Wainio, Carole Weimer, Denise Keenan and Shellie Warino.

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Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Jean Segura, left, throws to first after forcing out Pittsburgh Pirates’ Jose Tabata on the front end of a double play that Andrew McCutchen hit into during the first inning of a game in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

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John Greco, left, a Cleveland Browns offensive lineman and Boardman native, and Kevin Concannon, the United States Department of Agriculture food and nutrition service undersecretary, eat lunch with Calayla Abron, a seventh-grader at Youngstown’s Wilson Middle School. Concannon joined Wilson students for lunch Tuesday to talk about the new guidelines for school lunches, which require healthier options.

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Youngstown State quarterback Kurt Hess is 0-2 against Northern Iowa. He’ll try to get his first win against the Panthers on Saturday night at Stambaugh Stadium.

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Cardinal Mooney Red White and Blue theme

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Santa visits the Mooney faithful

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Cardinal Mooney's famous roller coaster

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Repairs to the Interstate 80 over U.S. Route 422 have caused traffi c delays in Girard. The project is part of an $18.5 million road improvement plan that has also repaved I-80 from Shady Road to state Route 11. An Ohio Department of Transportation spokesman said the project is slated to fi nish later this month or in early October.

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David Szakacs of Lordstown tries out the new Niles Greenway Bike Path addition now open for biking and walking. The trail is part of the 100-mile Great Ohio Lake to River Greenway.

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Mark Kriegel’s biography about Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini, shown here celebrating a victory over Ernesto Espana at Warren’s Mollenkopf Stadium in 1982, will be released nationwide today.

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Jackson-Milton’s Erica Hughes (19) spikes the ball over Howland’s Megan Papalas (10) for a winner during Monday’s third game at Howland High School. The Bluejays won in three games.

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Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently presented Youngstown Hearing & Speech Center, a local nonprofit organization, with a check for $2,000. YHSC Executive Director Alfred Pasini, left, received the check from Frank Constantino of the Home Savings Boardman office. The funds will be used to help people with disabilities or special needs live with dignity and independence. For more information about YHSC and its services, call 330-726-8855 or visit www.yohsc.com.

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JAKE WALKER AND LAUREN GESSNER

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Preparing to take flight are Rotary Club of Youngstown’s inbound and outbound exchange students, who are examining the airplane exhibit at the OH WOW Children’s Museum in downtown Youngstown. On the left is Gauthier Gaillard, 16, a student who arrived in the United States on Aug. 28 from Les Herbiers, France. He is attending Ursuline High Schooland plans to study architecture after he graduates. At right is Alex Chiu, an exchange student to Stuttgart, Germany from Rotary District 1830. He graduated this year from Canfield High School and plans to pursue studies in language and international business. He also is a third-generation Rotarian. His father, Kevin Chiu, and grandfather, Dr. Y.T. Chiu, are members of Rotary Club of Youngstown.

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Fitch color guard captains take a minute to give us a smile!

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Fitch cheerleaders

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Fitch half time

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Fitch spirit club - Theme: boys dress up like cheerleaders and girls like football players

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Fitch color guard, rifle and flag lines pay their respect to the flag during the star spangled banner.

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Canfield cheerleaders at UCA camp getting ready for football games!

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Brad Keselowski celebrates in victory lane Sunday after winning the Geico 400 at Chicagoland Speedway in Joilet, Ill.

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Cleveland Browns RB Trent Richardson flips into the end zone at the end of a touchdown run in the first half of Sunday’s NFL game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. The Browns came up short in the Battle of Ohio, losing 34-27.

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Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker LaMarr Woodley sacks New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez in the third quarter of Sunday’s NFL game in Pittsburgh. The Steelers flattened the Jets, 27-10, behind quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who completed 24-of-31 passes for 275 yards and two scores.

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A tisket a tasket — yellow tomatoes and hot peppers in the basket at Huff man Fruit Farm in Greenford.

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Youths are housed one per room in the detention center at the Martin P. Joyce Juvenile Justice Center on the city’s East Side.

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..On his Way #22 CM Mark Handel pulls in a pass on the first play in the third quarter that he ran in for a touchdown - Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..On his Way #22 CM Mark Handel pulls in a pass on the first play in the third quarter that he ran in for a touchdown - Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..SACKED is #13 svsm Clayton Uecker behind the line by #7 CM Marlan Everson and#40 Todd Thorton - second quarter action ---Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Tripped at the line svsm #4 Franshon Bickley is brought down by CM #14 Marcus Penza as Cm #35 Anthon Dermotaa looks on during first quarter action at Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..Grabbing in vain SVSM is #28 Vincent Lockett as Mooneys #10 Justus Ellis Moore breaks through the line for a first down during first half action - Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..High five as #22 Mark Handel and #17 Quincy Jones celebrate mooney up by 20 to 3 ..Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..CM #4 Marcus McWilson as he breaks away from svsm #23 Nathan Bischof - as he heads for a first down #35 CM Anthony Dermotta Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR --..4 on 4 as CM Marcus McWilson stiff arms svsm #4 Fransohn Bickley - during third quarter action - Akron St Vincent St Mary @ Cardinal Mooney at YSU Stadium..(AP Photo/The Vindicator, Robert K. Yosay)

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (10) Chris Parry of Niles leaps past (44) Jake Aiello (2) Pat Hiznay and (34) Tad Duran during the first quarter of thier game in Poland. Niles vs Poland 09142012 Poland, Ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (10) Chris Parry of Niles is all smiles after scoring in the second quarter in Poland. Niles vs Poland 09142012 Poland, Ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (24) Chris Hillier of Niles and (34) Tad Duran get tangled up the second quarter of thier game in Poland. Niles vs Poland 09142012 Poland, Ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (24) Chris Hillier of Niles goes high to snag the ball as (34) Tad Duran tries to break up the play in the first quarter of thier game in Poland. Niles vs Poland 09142012 Poland, Ohio

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NICK MAYS l THE VINDICATOR (24) Chris Hillier of Niles and (34) Tad Duran get tangled up the second quarter of thier game in Poland. Niles vs Poland 09142012 Poland, Ohio

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Boardman Twirlers!

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Mcdonald quarterback #2 Christian Rusinowski throws a pass early int he first quarter during Friday nights game against Western Reserve.

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Mcdonald quarterback #2 Christian Rusinowskifumbles the ball after a hard hitWestern Reserve linebacker #86 Tim O'Connell at the end of the second quarter.

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Mcdonald quarterback #2 Christian Rusinowski runs after the missed tackle of defensive back Danny Rosati #5 of Western Reserve on a 4th down an 1. McDonald was successful on the conversion.

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Mcdonalds #10 Cameron Ifft reaches for the goal line to score a touchdown while Western Reserve defensive back #22 Jon Timko tried to make the takle.

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Western Reserve running back #3 Tim Cooper runs the ball down by the goal line during the second quarter.

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Mcdonald quarterback #2 Christian Rusinowski tries to throw a pass while Western Reserve linebacker #86 Tim O'Connell tries to bring him down to the ground.

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Western Reserve running back #44 Dan Zilke runs the ball for a first down.

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Mcdonald quarterback #2 Christian Rusinowski runs through a arm tackle of defensive back Danny Rosati #5 of Western Reserve on a 4th down an 1. McDonald was successful on the conversion.

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Western Reserve receiver #5 Danny Rosati reaches for the pylon of the end zone after being forced out for the 1 yard line by McDonald defensive back #9 Jake Rockard.

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The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women Association awarded scholarships at its Aug. 14 meeting at A La Cart Catering in Canfield. The recipients, from left are Carly Graff of Boardman, who is studying nursing at Youngstown State University; Gina Torek of Boardman, a junior studying marketing at John Carroll University; Amanda Prologo, a sophomore at Kent State University studying occupational therapy; and Matt Gleydura of Poland, who will study sports broadcasting at YSU.

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The Young Men’s Christian Association of Youngstown, a local nonprofit organization, was recently presented with a check for $10,000 from the Home Savings Charitable Foundation to help finance the purchase and installation of a new hot-water system. Pictured above are Mike Shaffer, Central YMCA director, left; Carol Potter, YMCA financial development director; Darlene Pavlock, Home Savings Charitable Foundation executive director; and Timothy M. Hilk, YMCA CEO.

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Austintown officials recently treated Penn National Gaming representatives to a day at the Canfield Fair. This photo, at the pumpkin display, includes from left, Austintown Trustee Lisa Oles, Rick Leonard from Congressman Tim Ryan’s office, Austintown Trustee David Ditzler, Penn National Gaming Vice President Eric Shippers, Penn National Gaming President Tim Wilmott and Austintown Trustee Jim Davis. Missing is State Representative Ron Gerberry, who also welcomed the visitors.

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RACHEL HUTNYAN AND JOHN CARBON

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SETH C. TERLECKY AND ASHLEY E. LANNING

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TRISHA MCHENRY AND JACOB ELMER

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Canfield High School student Dallas Turner is shown with Brianna Komara Pridon, Canfield Rotary’s president. Dallas will spend the next school year in Brazil.

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HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY: Millie Kucel Pollock

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MR. AND MRS. THOMAS W. PETRUS

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Mary Gump of Youngstown receives a kiss from Mabel at her home on the city’s West Side. The bulldog was reported stolen at the Bob Evans restaurant along Belmont Avenue on Aug. 14. Gump helped in the dog’s recovery and is housing Mabel until her owner, Brook Jillings of Boise, Idaho, arrives and reunites with her beloved pet sometime today.

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Warren Trumbull American Association of University Women recently had a picnic dinner at Mosquito Creek Yacht Club. Addison Paul, a Be WISE Camp attendee sponsored by the group, presented the program. Shown are past Be WISE Chairwoman Marti Flint, left, Addison Paul, Kendra Paul and club president Isabel Seavey. Be WISE is a mathematics, science and technology camp designed to develop interest and self-confidence in girls entering seventh or eighth grade. The camp began in 1989, and more than 2,800 girls have completed the camp program. To learn more about attending an AAUW meeting or becoming a member of the Warren-Trumbull Branch, call 330-856-2163.

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Canfield’s Michelle Whiteleather, left, and Lianna Tucci talk as they walk during their golf match against rival Poland on Wednesday at Diamond Back Golf Course in Canfield. The Cardinals defeated the Bulldogs, 175-194.

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Protesters at an anti-fracking rally march from the The First Unitarian Universalist Church of Youngstown to the Stambaugh Auditorium. Alice Lynd, top, participated in the rally Wednesday.

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Sam Boak, of Boak & Sons Inc., inspects the roof of a Zander Drive home with Jason Brinsey of Boardman. Boak’s company is one of the main donors for an HBA community project to remodel the home.

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Home plate umpire Manny Gonzalez tries to help the Pirates’ A.J. Burnett up after Burnett fell to the ground after striking out with the bases loaded in the fourth inning of Wednesday’s baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati. The Pirates fell to the Reds, 2-1.

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Warren G. Harding players Jimmy Rumple, left, and Lamar Carmichael, right, flank Raiders coach Steve Arnold while wearing the throwback jerseys the team plans to wear in upcoming games. Harding will wear the Western Reserve jersey Rumple is wearing on Oct. 12 against Cleveland Heights. The Raiders will wear Carmichael’s WGH jersey on Oct. 19 against Bedford.

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It's Football time in the Valley!

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The Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center of Boardman raised more than $1,700 for Make A Wish Foundation through its 5K event Aug. 11 at the Kirk Road Bike Trail in Canfield. More than 100 participated in the 5K run, 2-mile walk and Kids Fun Run. The youngest was 21⁄2 years old and the oldest was 78. The overall men’s winner was Fletcher Dunham, 17, of Boardman; women’s winner was Heidi Hoffman, 14, of McDonald; Mason Janis, 6, of Canfield won the 3-7 division of Kids Fun Run; and Danielle Williams, 11, of Sandy Lake, Pa., won the age 8-13 division. Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D., owner of the fitness center, and fitness trainer JoAnne Maloney organized the event. Co-sponsors were Healthy Treasures, Fitness with JoAnne, Massage Cafe, Arbonne, The Vindicator, Marucci Chiropractic Wellness Center, Spirit Fluid LLC, New Hope Imaging and Questar Inc. Other businesses donated gift baskets and gift certificates for the basket auction, and Massage Cafe gave complimentary massages to participants. Participants in the Couch to 5K series are, from left, Pat McMurray, Karen Fletcher, Wendy Bonar, JoAnne Maloney, Monica Baker and Mary Lou Rowe.

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The 67th reunion of The Rayen School Class of 1945 brought together former classmates Aug. 4 at Davidson’s Restaurant in Cornersburg. In the first row are, from left to right, Angelo LaCivita, Anthony Parisi, Betty Fitch and Jackie Trittschuh. In the back, from left, are Fran Into, Anthony Valley, Toni Ricciardulli, Dolly Morrow, Martha Rothbauer, Vi Esker and Gloria Flower.

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Cleveland’s own Great Lakes Brewing Co. has a creative way of getting their October beer noticed. Great Lakes Nosferatu is a strong ale that celebrates the supernatural.

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Girard’s Mark Standohar makes a tee shot during Tuesday match with Newton Falls at Mahoning Country Club. Standohar shot a team low of 37 to help the Indians beat Newton Falls, 157-166. His brother, Mark, and cousin, Jimmy are also on the Girard boys golf team.

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The sixth annual Fall Market on the Green will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Chairwomen for this year are Cari Gulas, left, and Debbie Shattuck. There will be 135 vendors with merchandise ranging from crafts and antiques to seasonal decorations and fresh produce. Artwork by local artists will be available, and an area for games and entertainment will be provided for children. There also will be a 50-50 raffle. The vendors’ fees are used to fund three scholarships annually for Canfield High School graduates. Seniors may compete by writing an essay. Fifty percent of this year’s proceeds will be donated to the family of Jimmie Jarvis to help defray medical expenses as he recovers from a motorcycle accident.

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The Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association met recently and installed the executive board for 2012-2013. From left are Kay Myers, secretary; Sharon Pasquale, treasurer; Dolly Sonnenlitter, president; and Elena Nigro, vice president. The chapter meets the second Wednesday of each month and is open to all working or retired women. Call 330-545-5957 for chapter information.

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Canfi eld goalie Victoria Villano (02) and Howland’s Jordan Entler, middle, get tangled up as Canfield’s Sophia Mancini (12) tries to get control of the ball during the first half of Monday’s game at Canfield High School.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden (3) has the ball knocked from his hand by Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Trent Cole in the first quarter of a game in Cleveland on Sunday. Weeden had one of the worst debuts in NFL history, a 5.1 rating. Cleveland’s defense forced five turnovers but couldn’t get the one it needed to stop Michael Vick. It added up to another tough loss, but one that showed some promise for a young team.

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Ohio State’s Braxton Miller (5) scores a touchdown between Central Florida’s Terrance Plummer, left, and Kemal Ishmael during the third quarter of a game Saturday in Columbus. Ohio State won 31-16.

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Many visitors to Easter Seals’ skill- development center might be drawn to a darkened, multisensory room that features small dabs of light on the walls and ceiling that resemble stars in the sky.

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SHALYNN R. STEVENS AND SCOTT T. ROGERS

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Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1947 celebrated its 65th class reunion at the Saxon Club on Aug. 11. Those attending were, in the front row from the left, Minnie Klein Haner, Mary Lou O’Hara Hildebrand, Jean Probst Duffett, Beverly Larson Mitchell, Helen Kogur Zynski and Shaffer Cormel. In the back row from left are Howard Crum, Ronald Brothers, Edna Slavik Bresnahan, Peggy Brown Kollar, Marilyn Shaw Boggs, Jo Kral Baker, Paul Markovsky and Wade Schisler.

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Members of the Warren Junior Women’s League recently donated $4,000 to the Life Enriching Activities Program, known as LEAP, which provides monthly social activities for teens and young adults who have handicaps and disabilities. Activities include movies, sports events, shopping, bowling, scrapbooking, gardening and dining out. Funds were raised at WJWL’s Taste of Trumbull, which took place in April at Eastwood Expo Center in Niles. Standing, from left, are WJWL members Shirley Wittenauer, Eddie Wolcott, Kellie Pope, Sandra Saluga, Cary Ann Koren, Renee Maiorca, Mary Theis, Dorie Harris, Jonnah Hetzel, Mary Lou Jarrett, Karen Margala, Dorothy Sideropolis and Jan Elliott. In the front row, from left, are Molly Halliday, Taste of Trumbull chairwoman, and Rocky Maiorca, LEAP participant.

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Cardinal Mooney's #22 Mark Handel's biggest fans: cousins Stella and Lily Sardich

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Color guard presents the colors

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Flag, Rifle and color guard lines having fun cheering on the team

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Spirit section is a RED OUT!

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Austintown Fitch drumline vs. Brunswick

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Austintown Fitch drumline vs. Brunswick

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Austintown Fitch drumline vs. Brunswick

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Moment of silence for September 11th

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Moment of silence for September 11th

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The Campbell Majorettes "Party Rocking" at Friday's game!

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Ursuline High School band members are ready to perform at the game against Mentor Lake Catholic. From left to right are Ryan Cox,  Ryan Lalchand, Jack Sebest,  Mike Malenic & TJ Rusk.

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The Girard girls were ready for the JFK game with the camo theme!

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They may go to the same elementary school, but Guy Young and Mia Hammerton were cheering for opposite sides at the Boardman vs Mooney game!

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Mia and Gabe Hammerton enjoy a visit with the Spartan

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Boardman Band seniors and Sweethearts waiting out the storm on the bus

Published on September 10, 2012

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (23) intercepts the ball intended for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin (80) in the second quarter of their NFL season-opener Sunday at Cleveland Browns Stadium. The Eagles slipped by the Browns, 17-16.

Published on September 10, 2012

VINDICATOR FILE PHOTO...A parade of Vindicator carriers passes by the Paramount Theater, downtown Youngstown, in 1937. At left of the theater is McKelvey's Department Store, one of two anchor stores on West Federal Street, along with Strouss-Hirschberg's.

Published on September 8, 2012

ROBERT K YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR. Plans to salvage the ornate facade of the long-vacant Paramount Theatre property in downtown Youngstown could be in jeopardy after a preliminary engineering study found the landmark facade may not be in strong enough to withstand demolition of the rest of the structure. A group is seeking to turn the property into an amphitheater and outdoor gathering space,

Published on September 8, 2012

ROBERT K YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR..Plans to salvage the ornate facade of the long-vacant Paramount Theatre property in downtown Youngstown could be in jeopardy after a preliminary engineering study found the landmark facade may not be in strong enough to withstand demolition of the rest of the structure. A group is seeking to turn the property into an amphitheater and outdoor gathering space,

Published on September 8, 2012

ROBERT K YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR..Plans to salvage the ornate facade of the long-vacant Paramount Theatre property in downtown Youngstown could be in jeopardy after a preliminary engineering study found the landmark facade may not be in strong enough to withstand demolition of the rest of the structure. A group is seeking to turn the property into an amphitheater and outdoor gathering space,

Published on September 8, 2012

ROBERT K YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR..Plans to salvage the ornate facade of the long-vacant Paramount Theatre property in downtown Youngstown could be in jeopardy after a preliminary engineering study found the landmark facade may not be in strong enough to withstand demolition of the rest of the structure. A group is seeking to turn the property into an amphitheater and outdoor gathering space,

Published on September 8, 2012

ROBERT K YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR.. Plans to salvage the facade of the long-vacant Paramount Theatre property in downtown Youngstown could be in jeopardy. A preliminary engineering study says the landmark facade may not be in strong enough condition to withstand demolition of the rest of the structure. A group is seeking to turn the property into an amphitheater and outdoor gathering space,

Published on September 8, 2012

VINDICATOR FILE PHOTO...The former Liberty Theater looked like this in July 1929 when it reopened as the Paramount Theater.

Published on September 8, 2012

VINDICATOR FILE PHOTO...The Paramount Theater, downtown Youngstown, reopened in the former Liberty Theater in July 1929 when the city had a bustling downtown anchored by two major department stores, a host of other retail shops and several theaters. This 1956 line to get into the West Federal Street theater stretched around the corner past Fanny Farmer Candies onto Hazel Street. In the hey-dey of motion pictures, block-long queues were standard at all the downtown theaters most Saturdays and Sundays.

Published on September 8, 2012

Senior Spartan Spirit

Published on September 8, 2012

Veterans’ Outreach, a nonprofit charitable organization, was recently presented with a check for $5,000 from Home Savings Charitable Foundation for annual program support. From the left is Mary Kropinak, Home Savings Struthers Office presenting the check to Teri Ely, executive director, and Robert Julian, vice president/treasurer, both of Veterans’ Outreach. The organization has a primary mission of serving and honoring all veterans, including, shelter for homeless vets, rent, utility payments for terminated or near-termination accounts, auto repair, clothing, insurances, relocation, glasses and lay counseling. For information about Veterans’ Outreach call 888-283-8638 or visit www.veteransoutreach.com.

Published on September 7, 2012

Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County, a nonprofit, nondenominational Christian ministry, recently received a check for $5,000 from Home Savings Charitable Foundation. The money will be used to help finance the purchase and installation of a new energy-efficient heating/cooling system at Habitat’s ReStore, 480 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers. From the left is Mary Kropinak, Home Savings Struthers office; Monica Craven, executive director of Habitat; and Linda Hartwig, ReStore manager. Habitat was founded on the principle that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. For information about Habitat and its services call 330-743-7244 or visit www.habitatmahoningcounty.org.

Published on September 7, 2012

Milly Aponte has come a long way since residing with her baby boy in an apartment at Beatitude House during some tough times. She recently became Beatitude’s newest member on the board directors and will serve on the policy and program-education committees. Photo by: ROBERT K. YOSAY | THE VINDICATOR

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MIKE BESHORE AND ANGELA CATALANO

Published on September 7, 2012

MR. AND MRS. ROBERT BISHOP

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ANTHONY MALLOY AND ANDREA CAMUSO

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EMILY MILLER AND MATTHEW VUKOVIC

Published on September 7, 2012

A young Mooney fan shows her Cardinal pride

Published on September 7, 2012

Poland High School varsity cheerleaders pose with the Bulldog mascot during Poland’s game against Northwest High School. Front row, left to right: Erica Kerr, Natalie Dragovich, Kelsey Gill and Kayli Jack. Back row, left to right: Alyssa Carline, Mallory Magni, Makenzie Clark and Katie Rubesa

Published on September 7, 2012

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic returns the ball to Argentina’s Juan Martin del Potro during their quarterfinal match at the U.S. Open on Thursday in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. Djokovic finished off del Potro, 3-0.

Published on September 7, 2012

Betters

Published on September 7, 2012

President Barack Obama, right, hugs Former President Bill Clinton after Clinton's nomination speech to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Published on September 6, 2012

UCT Salem Council 590, a nonprofit financial services membership organization, recently committed to make 12 monthly donations of $50 each to the ROC of Salem Youth Center. From the left are ROC adult volunteer Corey Kuhns, ROC crew member Josh Harbin, ROC Salem Director Eric Hamilton, UCT President Nancy Smith presenting the first check, and her husband, Eugene Smith. UCT meets the second Wednesday of each month at Perkins on Route 62 in Sebring. For information visit www.UCT.org. To learn about ROC, email Hamilton at eric.theroc@hotmail.com.

Published on September 6, 2012

Autoworker Karen Pantone-Eusanio of Hubbard addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday night. Pantone-Eusanio has worked at General Motors’ Lordstown complex for 17 years.

Published on September 6, 2012

Ryan

Published on September 6, 2012

Nicole Deley of Boardman moves the ball upfi eld during Wednesday’s game against Cardinal Mooney. The Cardinals won, 3-2.

Published on September 6, 2012

New York Giants defensive tackle Rocky Bernard (95) sacks Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) during the first half of an NFL football game Wednesday in East Rutherford, N.J. The Cowboys won 24-17.

Published on September 6, 2012

Youngstown State tight end Will Shaw (8) goes for the ball while safety Jeremey Edwards defends during a recent scrimmage. Both are junior college transfers who have found success with the Penguins.

Published on September 6, 2012

Ray Kelly, a Mahoning County mechanic, works on the engine of a county vehicle at the sanitary engineer’s office, 761 Industrial Road, Youngstown, where fueling and maintenance are centralized to save money.

Published on September 6, 2012

Brown

Published on September 6, 2012

Richardson

Published on September 6, 2012

President Barack Obama waves with former President Bill Clinton after Clinton's speech to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Published on September 5, 2012

Joey and his group cheer on the Cardinals

Published on September 5, 2012

Touchdown Mooney

Published on September 5, 2012

Mooney Waterboys take a halftime break

Published on September 5, 2012

Mooney cheering section

Published on September 5, 2012

Mooney picture that

Published on September 5, 2012

Alex Zordich and Charlie Young water boys for Mooney

Published on September 5, 2012

We Are Mooney

Published on September 5, 2012

Daisy Girl Scout Troop 80777 of Columbiana, with nine members, planted day lilies at Joshua Dixon Elementary school, where they will be attending classes. The flowers can be seen from the main entrance. From the left are Troop Co-leader Kathy Kaszowski; Girl Scouts Chloe Gill, Mia Surgenivic, Rebekah Clark, Katrina Kaszowski, Elizabeth Siembida, Alaina Johnston, Abbie Passmore and Airianna Scullion; and Troop Leader Crystal Boggs. Absent from the picture is Chloe Loveland. The school principal, Kim Sharshan, donated the flowers for the girls to plant. Girls that are beginning first grade this year can contact Boggs at 330-482-9105 to join Girl Scouting. They will participate in the fall product sales fundraiser and begin selling cookies in December.

Published on September 5, 2012

At the annual summer picnic for the Penn State University Alumni Chapter of Greater Youngstown, Emily Lewis, left, was presented with the 2012 Allen Udell Memorial Scholarship of $1,000. She is shown talking with Chapter President Gerry Ricciutti. Lewis was chosen based on grades, academic achievement and college test scores. She will be attending the Shenango campus in Sharon and plans to study nursing. The chapter has awarded more than $18,000 to Penn State freshmen in the past 15 years.

Published on September 5, 2012

Shelly Depue, Pennsylvania dairy farmer and producer of “Truthland”

Published on September 5, 2012

The sign at an entrance for the Horsehead Inc. zinc plant is seen in Monaca, Pa. Shell Oil Co. said in March that it had chosen this site near Pittsburgh for a major new petrochemical refinery that could provide a huge economic boost to the region. Shell Oil Co. is years away from building the petrochemical plant, but the company already is reaching out to the local community and getting a wholehearted welcome.

Published on September 5, 2012

Police and fire offi cials tape off the area after an explosion at an Encana Corp. oil and natural-gas facility near Fort Lupton, Colo. Some offi cials in Colorado would like to keep drilling away from where residents live and work.

Published on September 5, 2012

Patrons are greeted by a copper wolf in the dining area of the Blue Wolf Tavern.

Published on September 5, 2012

Blue Wolf Tavern - Barbecue Wings

Published on September 5, 2012

Blue Wolf Tavern - Barbecue Ribs

Published on September 5, 2012

Blue Wolf Tavern - Chicken Francaise

Published on September 5, 2012

Blue Wolf Tavern - Chicken Allouette

Published on September 5, 2012

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Fitch drum majors lead the half time show

Published on September 4, 2012

Fitch drum line gets the band in beat!

Published on September 4, 2012

Fitch drum line gets the band in beat!

Published on September 4, 2012

Fitch drum line gets the band in beat!

Published on September 4, 2012

Brass at Fitch make some noise!

Published on September 4, 2012

Brass at Fitch make some noise!

Published on September 4, 2012

Brass at Fitch make some noise!

Published on September 4, 2012

Fitch spirit club travels to Akron Hoban

Published on September 4, 2012

Fitch spirit club travels to Akron Hoban

Published on September 4, 2012

Fitch spirit club travels to Akron Hoban

Published on September 4, 2012

Rostan

Published on September 4, 2012

Ohio State coach Urban Meyer gestures before the Buckeyes’ game against Miami of Ohio on Saturday in Columbus.

Published on September 4, 2012

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Corey Kluber delivers a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning of a game in Detroit on Monday. Kluber got his first career victory in the Indians’ 3-2 win.

Published on September 4, 2012

Hubbard’s Larry Scott (3) is stopped by Girard defenders during their game at Girard on Friday.

Published on September 4, 2012

Anthony Fultz and Demetrius Pugh, both of Youngstown, wash beets harvested at the Iron Roots Urban Farm in the Idora Neighborhood on the city’s South Side. The farm is part of Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp.

Published on September 4, 2012

Gary Doles, owner of Bloomin’ Crazy Florist, looks over an arrangement at his Boardman business. Doles said every business, including those online, should have to pay sales tax.

Published on September 4, 2012

Strickland

Published on September 4, 2012

Friends Forever

Published on September 1, 2012

Clipper Cheerleaders

Published on September 1, 2012