News for December 27, 2006

Taft reprimanded by Ohio's high court

COLUMBUS — Days before his term is set to expire, Gov. Bob Taft received a public reprimand

Jail mismanagement demoralizing, officials say

STRUTHERS — City council continued its push to have the Mahoning County jail fully used by

Oil spill cleanup started in neighborhood today

GREEN — Cleanup is under way at Lisbon Road properties that were affected by an oil spill.

New contract in Craig Beach

CRAIG BEACH — Village council called a special meeting Wednesday to discuss and approve an

Trumbull swearing-in produced tears

WARREN — One officeholder became teary-eyed as he talked about the death of former President

Suspensions extended for 2 area lawyers

COLUMBUS — Failing to resolve child support enforcement issues has led two area attorneys to

Boardman raises bypass 6

BOARDMAN — While three township department heads got raises for next year and three nonunion

Fake cops fire two shots in robbery

NILES – A Cortland man was robbed after being fired at by two gunmen posing as police

Zambelli Fireworks to light up Times Square

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The sky will be awash with Zambelli fireworks at the world’s most

Couple swept away have family here

CHAMPION – Leah Cordner of Champion has all but resigned herself that her daughter and son-in-

Howland dog owner has court date

WARREN – A Howland Township dog owner, who has been the target of complaints about her animal

Deadly fire caused by smoking crack

WEATHERSFIELD – A Briarfield at the Ridge nursing home resident died earlier this year after

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Policemen undertake large risk

The deaths of four American soldiers brings the toll to 2,969 since March 2003. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)

Better balanced Ravens looking for busy January

Steve McNair's arm and Brian Billick's tone-down personality has paid off. OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP)

Bowden charts a new course

Florida State plays UCLA in the Emerald Bowl in the Giants' ballpark. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --

To prevent crisis, Beijing extends investment curb to auto industry

The Chinese economy is expected to grow by 10.5 percent this year. BEIJING (AP) -- China announced

Biros clemency hearing Jan. 4

WARREN -- The Trumbull County prosecutor's office will continue to prepare for a clemency hearing

Bush's resolve turns reckless

Opinion: By JOHN F. KERRY SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- There's something much worse than

Former NRA member calls for reasonable gun controls

Opinion: Former NRA member calls for reasonable gun controls EDITOR: The recent dustup over carrying

Set has 126 songs from Wilder's books

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The way Laura Ingalls Wilder used music to help weave her stories of life

Names released of 2 who police think drowned

ENGLEWOOD, Ohio (AP) -- A couple believed to have drowned while trying to save the family dog was

Israel approves West Bank settlement

The settlement will eventually house 100 families. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israel has approved a new

Gang member shot dead in mall

The dead man's blood left stains in the tile grout. SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL BOYNTON BEACH,

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Eric A. Humer, 24, of 4602 Appaloosa Drive, Dover, Pa., and

Soft landing likely for U.S. economy

Slower growth is expected to bring down interest rates. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A trade group

"People continue to die of hunger and thirst, disease and poverty, in this age of plenty and unbridled consumerism."

Opinion: "People continue to die of hunger and thirst, disease and poverty, in this age of plenty and

Under pressure from U.S., Pakistan plans to tighten Afghan border

The two countries have been quarreling over which bears responsibility for cross-border infiltration

Heartburn drugs linked to hip fractures in study

The researchers speculated that the drugs make it more difficult for the body to absorb calcium.

TODAY

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Store manager arrested in theft of bank deposits

BOARDMAN -- The manager of a Boardman-Canfield Road discount store is accused of taking the store's

Bill would restore felons' voting rights

Now, a felon's rights can only be restored by the state's clemency board. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP)

"Very Funny Commercials of the Year: 2006" (9 p.m., TBS): They're clever, they're quick and often they're what we remember most about the shows we watch, even if we can't recall exactly what product

"Very Funny Commercials of the Year: 2006" (9 p.m., TBS): They're clever, they're quick and often

Wireless scanners aid police in their work

Clermont County is involved in a pilot program to test the device. BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) -- With the

BRITISH PRIME MINISTER INVOLVED IN PLANE MISHAP

British prime minister involved in plane mishap MIAMI -- A commercial jet carrying British Prime

Defiant leaders vow to continue program

Washington and some allies suspect Iran's ultimate goal is to create atomic weapons. TEHRAN, Iran

if you go

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PENGUINS SHUT OUT

Penguins shut out Martin Brodeur made 26 saves for his 85th career shutout and the New Jersey

SERVE A VARIETY OF APPETIZERS-CRUNCHY/CREAMY, RAW/COOKED, HOT/COLD, SAVORY/SWEET-BUT MAKE SURE EVERYTHING WOULD STILL GO TOGETHER IF IT WAS ON A PLATE AT THE SAME TIME.

Serve a variety of appetizers-crunchy/creamy, raw/cooked, hot/cold, savory/sweet-but make sure

Obama will ignite politics in 2007

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- While the New Year can be expected to bring a series of major announcements about who

2006-07 FOOTBALL BOWL GAMES

2006-07 FOOTBALL BOWL GAMES Tuesday, Dec. 19 Poinsettia Bowl At San Diego TCU 37, Northern

In Jesus' birthplace, celebrations include mix of religious groups

Six years of Israeli-Palestinian violence have cut down tourist numbers. BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP)

Feminize a tux to show you're all woman

Touches of glamour will soften the look. NEW YORK (AP) -- The key to a woman wearing menswear is

ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's other games

Sabres 6, Capitals 3 BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Chris Drury had two goals and two assists, sparking

Weather prompts resorts to scale back operations

Only nine of 32 trails are open at Seven Springs. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Skis will be tossed into a

Study: Losing weight cuts risk

Obese men have a higher risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer. ATLANTA (AP) -- Here's

Break from the routine

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR OLIDAYS ARE THE TRADITIONAL TIME FOR FAMILY GATHERINGS. But what if your

Rapist targets young males, spreads fear in community

Very rarely does a serial rapist become a serial killer, an expert said. BAYTOWN, Texas (AP) -- A

Christians throughout world mark birth of savior

Security was provided for 31 churches in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, and the surrounding

SATURDAY

SATURDAY North Lima Mennonite Church, 90 Mennonite Drive, will hold a breakfast buffet from 7 to

Tsunami drill marks second anniversary

Efforts are being made to prepare for the next monster waves. BALI, Indonesia (AP) -- Sirens

Spa treatment

Spa treatment Both rice and dried beans often require long soaks to soften them before cooking. If

BIRTHS

BIRTHS Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Margaret Dulin, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 22.

Intentional gas-line blast kills 260

A gang of thieves has been tapping the pipeline for months. LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) -- A child's flip

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LEFTOVERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LEFTOVERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON So you have prepared too much pork roast

Moralists target Mary Cheney

Opinion: By WILLIAM SALETAN SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON POST Poor Dick Cheney. He was sure we'd find

More troops would stop the influx of insurgents, another senator said.

More troops would stop the influx of insurgents, another senator said. WASHINGTON POST

AUSTINTOWN

AUSTINTOWN Dec. 18 Criminal damaging: Windows were shot out at a home in the 3000 block of

Ohio State duo laid groundwork

Ohio State duo laid groundwork BACK IN August it seemed a long shot that Ohio State would have a

Council to push for jail staffing

STRUTHERS -- City council is expected to approve a second reading today for an ordinance petitioning

Hundreds of homes damaged

The wind tossed an airplane through a wall and snapped the wings off 50 planes. DAYTONA BEACH,

Islamic Courts leaders preparing for long war

The U.S. accuses the Islamic Courts of being aligned with al-Qaida. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS

Hollywood couple's daughter is baptized

Hollywood couple's daughter is baptized CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's 1

Blacks open celebration with dance

The annual seven-day celebration will continue through Monday. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR

Violent crime is up

Opinion: Washington Post: During the 1990s and the early part of this decade, crime fell and stayed down --

THURSDAY'S GAME

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Political games may turn off voters in Columbiana County

Editorial: At a time when commissioners in Columbiana County needed to be on their best behavior, partisan

REGION

REGION Stock hits 1-year high AKRON -- Goodyear Tire & amp; Rubber shares rose Tuesday

U.S. troop deaths top 9/11 total

No credible evidence links the Sept. 11 attacks to Iraq. NEW YORK (AP) -- In a span of a few

C. Michigan romps to Detroit win

The Chippewas defeated Middle Tennessee State, 31-14. DETROIT (AP) -- Central Michigan did enough

Wording in sentence brings case back

WARREN -- A city man sent to prison for 101/2 years on drug and other convictions, after his

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Here's a magical diet makeover

Step by step, you can reconstruct the way you eat, with marvelous results. By J.M. HIRSCH

Here's hope for fewer 'perp walks'

Opinion: By OLIVER R. GOODENOUGH THE PROVIDENCE JOURNAL SOUTH ROYALTON, Vt. -- As 2006 nears its

LATEST NEWS | Developments

The latest developments in Iraq: A string of car bombs and other blasts killed at least 54 Iraqis

Associated Press

Associated Press LOOKING HER BEST: Actress Kat Foster of the Fox HD comedy "Til Death" learns how

Phantoms, Finns set to face off

Finland's speed is expected to test Mahoning Valley. BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning Valley Phantoms play

War in Iraq doesn't stop for holiday

For most U.S. troops at war, Christmas is just another day. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Pfc. John Alonzo

Surgeon: Fidel Castro does not have cancer

U.S. officials still believe that the Cuban leader is gravely ill. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI --

Democrats to pick Fuda's replacement

By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- Democratic precinct committee members will

Commissioners designate more funds to farm program

By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MERCER, Pa. -- Recently appointed Mercer County

The accidental president: Ford, dead at 93

The morning after becoming president, he made his own breakfast and padded to the front door in his

Women can wear black-tie attire to party

Men's formal wear is the obvious inspiration for the look. NEW YORK (AP) -- Special occasions

Dems hope to rein in spending, but how?

The war in Iraq is costing the United States as much as 8 billion a month. WASHINGTON POST

Ethiopia is battling Islamic movement

Four al-Qaida leaders blamed for the 1998 bombings of U.S. embassies are leaders in the militia.

Dems to target oil companies for energy fund

It's likely that tax breaks for the oil industry will take a hit. WASHINGTON (AP) -- House

Fiscal officer to recommend levy for fall

One trustee favors union concessions, separate levies for departments or staffing adjustments. By

Home prices rising at only 2.4 percent

Cleveland is included in the worst-performing markets, as is Detroit. NEW YORK (AP) -- Prices of

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More, more teachers retired and rehired

Solon's superintendent earns 197,950 per year in addition to a state pension equal to about 88

LOCAL

LOCAL Mooney-Fitch girls basketball AUSTINTOWN -- Today's varsity girls basketball game between

Funding OK'd for New Year's fireworks

One council member said there was a communication problem that's mostly the First Night group's

Fit is most important for men's formal wear

Proper tailoring for men might be more necessary than it is for women. ASSOCIATED PRESS Sure,

High court overturns convictions in 1988 slaying

COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered new trials for two men convicted 16 years

NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's games

Wizards 116, Grizzlies 101 WASHINGTON -- Gilbert Arenas scored 31 points and Washington used a

Cowher's decision expected next week

Pittsburgh's 15-year coach should discuss his future plans by midweek. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Bill

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Thousands of doctors to join Blue Cross class-action suit

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Thousands of Pennsylvania doctors may be eligible to join a lawsuit over a Blue

Here is easy cookie recipe to hang on new fridge

Dear Heloise: I had a copy of your cookie-mix recipe made from a cake mix hanging on my

Court: Saddam to hang

The ex-dictator is being held in an American military prison. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iraq's highest

AFTER-CHRISTMAS SHOPPING Retailers slash prices to prolong buying season

Luxury stores and online businesses did much better than expected. NEW YORK (AP) -- The nation's

Sheriff to appeal ruling on job bidding

WARREN -- Trumbull County Sheriff Thomas Altiere says his office plans to appeal a federal jury's

Longevity gene link also keeps mind clear

There are about 70,000 centenarians in the U.S. today. SCRIPPS HOWARD A gene variation that's

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COURTS

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Teachers to present research at meeting

The teachers used technology to find a way to improve pupil reading skills. COLUMBIANA --

SHOOTING AT FLA. MALL LEAVES ONE SHOPPER DEAD

Shooting at Fla. mall leaves one shopper dead BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. -- One person was shot to death

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Girard asks court to end dispute

GIRARD -- Attorneys representing Girard have asked the state Supreme Court to reject Judge Michael

Both vulnerable. South deals.

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Bush puts lawyers in key White House jobs

The president is hiring a fourth associate counsel, a White House spokeswoman said. BALTIMORE SUN

Cleveland-area program works with the mentally ill

The cost of supervising and medicating the mentally ill doubles the prison costs. CLEVELAND (AP)

Help offered for choosing Medicare drug plan

Altogether, 61 Part D plans are available in Ohio for 2007 coverage. COLUMBUS -- Ohio Department

Learn to give intrusive neighbors the brush-off

Dear Annie: During the past year, the mother and stepfather of some friends moved into a home that

MSB regroups as The Resonators

The group won't be doing any more double shows. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Twenty

Patterson, Pitcock power D

The Buckeyes' veterans led a revamped offense to 12 straight victories. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Back in

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2006. There are four days left in the year. On this date in 1831, naturalist Charles Darwin sets out on a round-the-world voyage aboard the HMS Beagle.

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2006. There are four days left in the year. On this

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