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Soldier found dead
Soldier found dead AUSTINTOWN -- A 22nd Signal Brigade soldier from Austintown was found dead in
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Christy S. Keglor on a charge of driving while under the influence of alcohol. The grand jury did indict the following people, according to a report
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Christy S. Keglor on a charge of driving while under
PREP ALL-STARS GIRLS TENNIS
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE First team Mara Palombaro, Mooney, junior Angie Prato, Mooney, sophomore
Background check inconsistencies cause problems
The most serious consequences tend to affect companies that hire criminals. STAMFORD, Conn. (AP)
Officer treated for head injury
WARREN -- A city police officer was treated at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital after being
High School Rock Off semifinals draw near
High School Rock Off semifinals draw near CLEVELAND -- Northeast Ohio's most popular and longest-
Team will investigate complaints
About 1,500 protestations, many by Sunnis, alleged fraud and intimidation. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Christopher and Julie Wilson, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 28. Wyatt
FIGHTING AIDS Botswana commits to treatment
The country diverts development funds to health. GABORONE, Botswana (AP) -- Catherine had already
CLONING FRAUD University further discredits scientist
A panel confirms research on all 11 embryonic stem cell lines was fabricated. SEOUL, South Korea
KRT
KRT TRY THIS: Cindy Lang, left, helps Linda Hayes pick out a jacket during a visit to Lang's home
When price is no object
Opinion: St. Petersburg (Fla.) Times: The marketplace Congress created for Medicare prescriptions is looking
"We are definitely stepping up the level in our response. We can't allow the situation to carry on like this. We can't endanger the lives of our people."
"We are definitely stepping up the level in our response. We can't allow the situation to carry on
Commissioners approve budget
Allocations may not help departments expand, but they shouldn't force layoffs. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Wild, wet and warm: '05 a year of extremes
It's hard to say how much global warming or mere chance played a part. Knight Ridder Newspapers
Sunday may be the finale for Bettis in Pittsburgh
Although he hasn't made a decision, he's expected to retire at season's end. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- He
Wing commander grateful for support
The air base provided about $100 million to the local economy this year. VIENNA -- The 910th
NHL Crosby, Fleury spark Penguins' 6-2 victory
Sidney Crosby had two goals and goalie Andre Fleury rejected 44 shots. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The No.
Plan proposes tax break for carmakers, suppliers
It would be the second bill aimed at the industry this year. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Ohio Senate
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
Flyers 4, Hurricanes 3 RALEIGH, N.C. -- Sami Kapanen scored in overtime for the second straight
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James M. Freeze, 22, of 408 Garden Gate Court, Boardman, and
"Movies That Shook the World" (10 p.m., AMC): The absorbing "Movies That Shook the World" series
"Movies That Shook the World" (10 p.m., AMC): The absorbing "Movies That Shook the World" series
Housing market, unemployment on track this month
Unemployment rates are lower than they were this week last year. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A cooling
PENNSYLVANIA Court: Victim can sue fund-raiser companies
Those in disagreement say her focus is misplaced. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- A girl who was sexually
Board OKs up to 1,000 additional inmate beds
The panel also approved more change orders for the Chevrolet Centre. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Suspect in gift theft awaits hearing in jail
BROOKFIELD -- A Warren man charged with stealing gifts from a Vernon home on Christmas Eve remains
Forcing elderly residents to move was despicable
Opinion: Forcing elderly residents to move was despicable EDITOR: For several years, there has been a
Florida, S. C. set example for reforming Medicaid
Opinion: By Nina Owcharenko Heritage Foundation Sometimes it seems the motto in Congress should be,
HHAT WEARER'S AT HOME RECITING A SPECIAL POEM
hHat wearer's at home reciting a special poem Dana Hart recites a poem about her elaborate balloon
Customers like the attention of shopping by appointment
There's a growing industry of people who market clothing out of their homes. PARKVILLE, Mo. --
Buckeyes roll easily past Penn State in Big 10 play
Jessica Davenport scored 19 points in the 74-53 victory. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Beating Penn State is
NBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games
Pistons 106, Heat 101 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- The Detroit Pistons showed the Miami Heat that their
Penguins routed in Horizon opener
Youngstown State shot poorly again in the 78-55 defeat. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- The Youngstown State
County appoints medical examiner
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Dr. Cyril Wecht, Allegheny County's coroner and a well-known forensic
Co-pays to be added to workers' plans
Employees pay deductibles with out-of-pocket maximum expenses. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF
Bank-robbing father gets 40 years
His diary records a need to support a crack habit. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) -- A family man once
Treatments are prescribed for those with skin condition
Learn what things trigger the redness and blushing, and then avoid them. Scripps Howard Rosacea
Texas raises juror pay
DALLAS (AP) -- Texas will no longer be one of the stingiest states when it comes to paying people
ETHIOPIA Donors plan to rescind $375M of aid after government action
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) -- International donors will withdraw $375 million worth of aid to
EMERALD BOWL Utah rolls over Georgia Tech
Travis LaTendresse was the MVP in the 38-10 victory. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Travis LaTendresse felt
EGYPT U.S. blasts conviction of Mubarak opponent
The defeated candidate was convicted of forgery charges. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The United States
OSHP investigates crash on Route 224
POLAND -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a late evening accident on U.S. Route 224
Stray bullet breaks window, kills 28-year-old wife, mother of 2
NEW YORK (AP) -- A stray bullet fired in the air outside a Queens apartment complex killed a woman
Dick Clarks get ready for 'New Year's Rockin' Eve'
Dick Clarks get ready for 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' BURBANK, Calif. -- Dick Clark, who suffered a
Dog is more than a friend at Bryan Middle School
Allie inspired other schools in Ohio to begin similar therapy dog programs. BRYAN, Ohio (AP) --
DeMonaco scores 35 in Titans' 94-89 win
The former New Castle standout had eight 3-point goals and seven assists. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. --
59 House employees receive merit bonuses of $500-$4,000
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Merit bonuses ranging from $500 to $4,000 handed out to 59 Ohio House employees has
Man sentenced for injecting heroin
YOUNGSTOWN -- John M. Poprosky will serve a one-year prison term for injecting heroin in his arm in
Can public sector save organized labor?
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- In one of the biggest successes in the history of organized labor in the South, the
TOURISM In lieu of FAA safety regulations, space travelers must accept risks
A new proposal establishes informed consent and training for passengers. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Howland captures title
The Tigers beat Brookfield 47-31 in the championship game. BROOKFIELD --Ellie Shields scored 21
2 seeking appointment as auditor
The county's chief deputy auditor would take a pay cut if he becomes auditor. By ED RUNYAN
No one is above the law, not even the president
Editorial: We are a nation of laws, or we are nothing We are a nation bound to a Constitution that was
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x 6 4 2 u 7 4 3 v J 10 9 w Q J 8 5 WEST EAST
MTV's gaming grandma
By Jose Antonio Vargas Washington Post Grandma won't let go of the controller. For more than a
Poland wins in overtime again, edging Fitch, 53-47
Boardman rallied past Chaney 69-53 in the other game. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU Vindicator Correspondent
Men have finally discovered that black is fashionable
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS YOU'VE HEARD BLACK IS BACK IN FASHION'S GRACES. BUT HERE'S NEWS: IT'S
13-year-old boys caught painting graffiti on government building
Lawrence County commissioners want the boys to pay for the cleanup costs. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- An
WEST BANK Suicide bomber blows himself up and kills 3 others
The Army was praised for preventing a worse attack at the checkpoint. TULKAREM, West Bank (AP) --
Funding limits ability to stop beetles' spread
No pesticides have been effective against the borer. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Without more federal money,
Botswana advances in fighting AIDS
Botswana advances in fighting AIDS kBOTSWANA was the first country in Africa to offer free AIDS
"2046" (Rated R for sexual material, 2004, 125 minutes, Sony Pictures): Chinese director Wong Kar-Wai revisits the characters from his famous "In the Mood for Love." Writer Chow Mo Wan (Tony Leung
"2046" (Rated R for sexual material, 2004, 125 minutes, Sony Pictures): Chinese director Wong Kar-
THOMAS SOWELL At $160K a year, you get what you pay for
Opinion: I don't make a million dollars a year, but I think every member of Congress should be paid at least
Democracy in Egypt faces many obstacles
Opinion: Nothing better illustrates the problems of promoting Mideast democracy than the jailing of Ayman
Demjanjuk aims to clear name, son says
He plans to appeal a judge's order that would send him back to Ukraine. SEVEN HILLS, Ohio (AP) --
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown.
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown. CANFIELD Dec. 16 Theft: A
Today is Friday, Dec. 30, the 364th day of 2005. There is one day left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 30, the 364th day of 2005. There is one day left in the year. On this date in
Jail time caused distress, suit says
Flour falsely identified as drugs landed a college student in jail for three weeks. PHILADELPHIA
Body of police officer is found near bridge
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- Divers recovered the body of a police officer Thursday afternoon near the
Questions remain over levees' roles in Katrina deaths
A list showed that most casualties were not in parts of the city hardest hit. Knight Ridder
Mayor conveys hopeful outlook
He said 2005 has been the city's most successful year financially. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
JFS supervisor faces suspension
YOUNGSTOWN -- A female supervisor in Mahoning County's Department of Job & amp; Family Services
Ingram's interception gives Sooners upset win
Unranked Oklahoma toppled the sixth-ranked Ducks 17-14. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- It was a sight
Ridge boys grab tourney crown
LORDSTOWN -- The Mineral Ridge High boys basketball team forced 19 steals and got revenge for last
Couple avoids jail sentence by paying $125,141
WARREN -- A Cortland woman and her husband avoided being sent to jail for contempt of court by
Board of directors discusses installation of upgraded system
The recarbonization system would cut maintenance costs. By TIM YOVICH Vindicator Trumbull Staff
& lt;B & gt;BEAN, & lt;/B & gt; Mildred L., 88, of Niles; calling
& lt;B & gt;BEAN, & lt;/B & gt; Mildred L., 88, of Niles; calling hours today from 5
Crestview's runs stop South Range
The Rebels had one in each of the first two quarters on the way to a 67-52 victory. By John Butera
Man gets sentenced for 2004 burglary
David Norcross Jr. also will have to make restitution. MERCER, Pa. -- A Grove City man will serve
Unorthodox job proves gratifying
Peter Chan finds success and joy at his job in the video game world. By Kevin Bronson Los
HOW THEY FARED
HOW THEY FARED COUNTY DEPARTMENTS HERE'S WHAT SOME DEPARTMENTS WILL RECEIVE FROM THE GENERAL
Silverfish invasion can be prevented
Dear Readers: Seemingly out of nowhere, you suddenly see an invasion of silverfish in your home.
Poland extends troops' stay a year
The number of Poles serving will be cut by 600. WARSAW, Poland (AP) -- Poland's president said
2 supervisors approve budget amid antagonism, complaints
Galizia walked out while a former official was asking him questions. By Mary Grzebieniak
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 'Dora' should grow a thicker hide when teased
Dear Annie: My wife's family lives in Indiana. We usually visit once a year and stay with my in-
2 utilities raise rates less than expected
Dominion's new rate is 46 percent higher than last January, officials said. By DON SHILLING
Boyages takes on new role
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Former Ohio State assistant coach Rick Boyages was hired Thursday as an associate
Pig Iron Press' 2006 lineup
Pig Iron Press at 26 N. Phelps St. has calendars available. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Pig Iron Literary
SteelHounds fall again
Youngstown will play on the road again tonight against Colorado. WICHITA, Kan. -- The Youngstown
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS XEASTERN OHIO PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION WILL MEET AT 9:30 P.M. TUESDAY AT LUCIANNO'S
3 trustees spell out key fiscal priorities
One questioned the practice of taking home township cars. By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF
2005 VIDEO GAMES Graphic but not great
Makers of exciting new game systems were slow to offer appealing games. By MATT SLAGLE
Irish defense is big factor in 46-35 win
Ursuline held Howland scoreless in the last period to win the Girard tournament. By DOUG CHAPIN
Police looking into shooting that injured 2-year-old girl
Four people in the house told several versions of what happened. YOUNGSTOWN -- City police are
Man dies after bowling 3rd perfect game
PORTAGE, Mich. (AP) -- A bowler collapsed and died at a bowling alley shortly after rolling the
Uranium cylinders await move to southern Ohio
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (AP) -- Some 1,200 cylinders of depleted uranium rusting in outdoor lots at a
Hawk rises from nest to become best
The linebacker from Centerville was a finalist for the Lombardi, Butkus, Bednarik, Walter Camp and
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Fear of additional fires prompts fireworks ban
Little or no precipitation is expected in Oklahoma, a meteorologist predicted. CROSS PLAINS, Texas
Fatal shooting of mentally ill man under investigation
The victim was being taken to a psychiatric center. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A deputy sheriff shot and