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Wanna talk to the mayor?
Call the Louie Free show, Vindy.com's radio partner, tomorrow, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Mayor Jay
Millennium debt still hanging
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — With just a few days left in 2006,   Lawrence County Economic
LPN placement tests
WARREN — Trumbull County Career & Technical Center School of Practical Nursing has
Sharon tightening its belt
SHARON, Pa. — City council eliminated two jobs and made numerous other personnel shifts, but
Lawrence taxes won't budge in '07
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County residents will see no tax increase or tax cut come 2007.
Day of events set for Dann's swearing-in
WARREN — Marc Dann, a Cleveland native and Liberty attorney, will be sworn in as Ohio’s
Mahoning jail problem going to mediation
AKRON — Youngstown and Mahoning County officials say they’re optimistic about settling a
Donnell acquires Loudon in Salem
SALEM — David Flynn, the owner of Donnell Ford in Boardman and other dealerships, has acquired
Stock move will save $100,000
NILES —  First Niles Financial is having its common stock removed from the Nasdaq stock
Help stop the violence
YOUNGSTOWN — Looking to give something back to the community or a place to volunteer? Patricia
Columbiana recorder's budget cut forces layoffs
LISBON — Columbiana County commissioners cut the recorder’s budget to start the new
City man indicted for Coitsville robbery
YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted Shane Tisdale, 32, of Roslyn Drive on
Jail looks good at grand jury inspection
YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County grand jury inspection of the county jail found the facility to
Flawed law leads to resentencing
YOUNGSTOWN — A city man who was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison in February for vehicular
Agencies begin cleaning up spilled heating oil
The oil won't hurt anyone who touches it, an Ohio EPA official said. By JEANNE STARMACK
Will rise of TB affect the U.S.?
A report found drug-resistant tuberculosis in several countries. SCRIPPS HOWARD To most
Gerald R. Ford: A happy, normal man
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Those who believe that a kindly Providence keeps a watchful eye on America's welfare
Rights for robots
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Did you yell at your computer the last time it crashed? Did you bang on the
Urban leaves rehab, reunites with Kidman
Urban leaves rehab, reunites with Kidman SYDNEY, Australia -- Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL SUMMARIES BOARDMAN 56, CHANEY 38 CHANEY (1-8) -- Sir
Ford was just what the nation needed
Local political leaders remember him as a down-to-earth, nice guy who healed our wounds and bridged
Glabicki works on solo project
The solo debut was planned for more than five years. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
At long last, a victory for Ohioans' right to know
Editorial: In its mad dash to complete its work and to give the appearance of accomplishment, the 126th Ohio
Ford became the only vice-president and president who wasn't elected to either office.
Ford became the only vice-president and president who wasn't elected to either office. SCRIPPS
The Vindicator
The Vindicator NEW COMMISSIONER: Judge Donald R. Ford, left, of the 11th District Court of
Reader is looking to lower overactive libido
Q. I am writing to you from Freiburg, Germany, because I cannot find any information about chaste
Ford's choice for high court plays key role
Ford stood behind his appointment of the liberal Justice Stevens. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON
Show on WFMJ targets campaign on drunken driving
YOUNGSTOWN -- Sunday's "Community Connection" show will look at Operation Roadblock, a community
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Santorum may be down, but is he out?
Those who know him say he has plenty of opportunities. PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE WASHINGTON -- As
Ohio Supreme Court upholds state's transfer of welfare funds
Cuyahoga County, which brought the suit, did not have any legal standing. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Two tales suggest strategy in Iraq
Opinion: Two fascinating stories emerged from Iran and Saudi Arabia in recent days that relate to U.S. policy
courts
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Sean E. Gooch, 37, of 383 Jackson St., Campbell, and
if you go
IF YOU GO What: The Fillbillys. When: Friday. Where: Leon's Sports Bar, 1111 Niles-Cortland Road,
KEY CITIES | At a glance A look at snowfall in inches in major Ohio cities this month, as well as past averages. Snowfall averages are based on data collected from 1971 to 2000.
Akron: This month 4.6, December average 9.6, annual average 47.9. Cleveland: This month 9.5,
Laci Peterson home to sell for 350,000
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) -- The house on a quiet, tree-lined Modesto street where police believe Scott
Court extends attorneys' suspensions
Two justices were concerned about how the men would be able to pay support. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
Court can't force vote, ruling says
Gay marriage opponents sued to force lawmakers to act. BOSTON (AP) -- Massachusetts' highest court
Sales reps file lawsuits against drug companies for overtime
The lawsuits were filed in four states. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- Susan Schaefer LaRose quit her
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
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A CHANCE AT HISTORY
A chance at history Texas Tech's Bobby Knight gets his first shot at his 880th victory Thursday
Earthquake cuts off telephone, Internet service
Connections to some countries were mostly restored. TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) -- Undersea fiber-optic
Many still missing from Nigeria explosion
Many still missing from Nigeria explosion LAGOS, Nigeria -- Clutching photos, residents searched
Psychiatric services for kids expanded
CLEVELAND (AP) -- University Hospitals is using a 5 million grant to boost psychiatric services for
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Dolphins: Miami defensive end Jason Taylor says the candidacy of his likely chief rival for NFL
Today is Thursday, Dec. 28, the 362nd day of 2006. There are three days left in the year. On this date in 1856, the 28th president of the United States, Thomas Woodrow Wilson, is born in Staunton, Va.
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Dec. 28, the 362nd day of 2006. There are three days left in the year. On this
High school students practice what is taught
More and more schools are combining service projects with classroom learning. CINCINNATI (AP) --
What's the ploy to stop Troy?
The Gators will try to do something that no other team has done this year. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Twelve
Alex Bevan has been playing his original acoustic folk music in Northeast Ohio for decades. See him at Tully's in downtown Sharon tonight at 9. Tully's is located at 101 Chestnut St. Call (724) 981-
Alex Bevan has been playing his original acoustic folk music in Northeast Ohio for decades. See him
Jackson sparks JFK past Mooney for fifth victory
Desmar Jackson had 32 points and 11 rebounds as the Eagles soared, 75-50. By JOHN BASSETTI
"Grey's Anatomy" (9 p.m., ABC): One of this season's best episodes of "Grey's Anatomy" gets an encore presentation tonight. It has Burke and Cristina collaborating on a rare heart surgery procedure
"Grey's Anatomy" (9 p.m., ABC): One of this season's best episodes of "Grey's Anatomy" gets an
Readers supply ideas for reusing corks
Dear Readers: Have you ever wondered how you could reuse wine-bottle corks? Through the years, some
Broadcaster settles payola suit for 4.25 million
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Entercom Communications Corp., one the nation's largest broadcasters, will pay
Woman cited over dog complaints
Heather Bowman was cited by Howland police for failure to restrain or confine her dog. WARREN -- A
Artists pay homage to Burchfield's vision
The purpose of the exhibit is to interpret what Burchfield saw. THE VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE, Pa.
Family theater series coming to Packard
Family theater series coming to Packard WARREN -- A series of three live family shows titled
Feds probing possible forgeries
One analyst says the fears of wrongdoing at Apple are overblown. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Federal
Hollywood owes its rebound at box office to Depp's 'Pirates'
It was a solid, but not great, year for the film industry. By DAVID GERMAIN AP MOVIE WRITER
Pens' losing streak at five
Atlanta handed Pittsburgh a 4-2 defeat Wednesday at home. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Slava Kozlov and
For now, players expect Cowher to coach next year
Pittsburgh has had just two coaches since 1969. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If the Pittsburgh Steelers are
NASA seeks to reverse apathy
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) -- Even though he goes to college in the shadow of the Kennedy Space
Atheism, Islam give Christmas life
Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON SPECIAL TO NEWSDAY So Christmas has survived yet another year. Yes,
Protection proposed for polar bears
Oil and gas exploration shouldn't be curtailed, a government official said. WASHINGTON (AP) --
FLORIDA STATE COACH BOBBY BOWDEN CLINCHED HIS 30TH STRAIGHT WINNING SEASON.
Florida State coach Bobby Bowden clinched his 30th straight winning season. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
PUPPET SHOW
PUPPET SHOW The Vindicator/William D. Lewis HANDS-ON FUN: Joselyn Warga, 4, daughter of James
Akron man tussles with intruder
AKRON (AP) -- A man discovered an unexpected holiday guest the day after Christmas -- a stranger
TRIBUTES IN MEMORY OF FORD
TRIBUTES In memory of Ford "The American people will always admire Gerald Ford's devotion to duty,
Atlanta helps Cavs cure road struggles
Cleveland beat the Hawks 89-76 for its fourth win in 12 road games. ATLANTA (AP) -- Trips to
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Japanese automaker verifies meeting with Ford's top executive
Talks appear to focus on cooperating in environmental technology. TOKYO (AP) -- Japanese automaker
NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games
Senators 2, Islanders 0 OTTAWA -- Ray Emery stopped 18 shots in his second shutout of the season
In letter, Saddam asks people to not hate those in war
The deposed leader says he is giving his life for his country. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Saddam
Signed Beatles album cover sells for 115,000
NEW YORK (AP) -- An album cover signed by all four Beatles as a gift for George Harrison's sister
Knight eyes NCAA's career victory record
The former Indiana coach will seek his 880th victory tonight in a home game. LUBBOCK, Texas (AP)
Winter may be more green, less white
The region is on track for higher temperatures and less snow because of El Nino. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Homicides increase in major cities
New Orleans is the only major city that saw a sharp drop. NEW YORK (AP) -- The number of killings
Hot wedding trends for 2007 may replace former traditions
NEW YORK (AP) -- Cocktail hours. Blogs. Orange. Italy. Those are among hot wedding trends for 2007
Youngstown band creates phenomenon all to itself
The group has a rich tradition in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
Bad inventions aplenty
Opinion: I had a traumatic thing happen to me this week. I received a big box packed with plastic foam
Woods' terrific year is top story
His winning season despite the death of his father is the sports story of the year. ASSOCIATED
No. 4 Wisconsin sails to 13th win
No. 12 Connecticut and No. 17 Louisiana State also breezed to victories. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo FUNDRAISER: Former President Gerald R. Ford, right, greets then-U.S. Rep.
Browns' quiet riot: Wimbley emerges as terrific first pick
The rookie linebacker set a franchise rookie record with 10 sacks. BEREA (AP) -- Linebacker
6 township employees get boost in pay; 6 others receive nothing
Employees who received raises performed exemplary work, trustees said. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 23.21 .26 Avalon Holdings,7.20.08 Clear
On tour with 'Scream 5,' singer Omarion grows up
The former member of B2K is doing more than performing these days. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
Business News Digest
NATION Gas prices rise 2 cents per gallon nationwide WASHINGTON -- The price of gasoline rose by
Show focuses on effects of a parent's deployment
The goal of the special is to help the children deal with the situation. NEW YORK (AP) -- Children
ON THE INTERNET Interesting Web sites
With 2006 drawing to a close, it seemed a good time to compile some of the sites farther down on the
AUDITIONS | Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Working." Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, auditions are at 7 p.m.
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
NEW YEAR'S EVE TV SHOWS
Time to watch as the illuminated ball atop New York's Times Square drops to signal a shiny new year.
Officials to declare clones safe
Clones would be used mainly for breeding, not consumption, advocates say. WASHINGTON (AP) --
"The American people will always admire Gerald Ford's devotion to duty, his personal character and the honorable conduct of his administration."
Opinion: "The American people will always admire Gerald Ford's devotion to duty, his personal character and
Theme park bans trans fats, promotes healthier menus
Walt Disney Co. announced earlier this year plans to phase out the fats at its resorts. UNIVERSAL
2006-07 FOOTBALL BOWL GAMES
2006-07 FOOTBALL BOWL GAMES Tuesday, Dec. 19 Poinsettia Bowl At San Diego TCU 37, Northern
Stocks surge as year-end rally continues
Investors were trying to buff up portfolios by buying stock. NEW YORK (AP) -- Wall Street surged
Victim started fire while smoking crack
A crack pipe and lighter were found in the room of the nursing home resident. By TIM YOVICH
Taft receives reprimand for ethics violations
The action ends the ethics case against Taft, who leaves office Jan. 7. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov. Bob
WINTER STYLES Clothes for the slopes
Here's a glimpse at what the pros are wearing at three mountains with different climates, different
Is there a way to save the Internet?
Opinion: By EDWARD WASSERMAN MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS "It is inconceivable that we should allow so great a
NBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday's other games
Lakers 106, Magic 93 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Kobe Bryant scored 27 points and Smush Parker added a
Denver braces for storm
DENVER (AP) -- Still recovering from last week's blizzard, Colorado cities braced Wednesday for
TIME LINE
TIME LINE A governor's downfall Events leading to Gov. Bob Taft's public reprimand by the Ohio
Authorities arrest 17 in gambling, drug busts
NEW YORK (AP) -- Police investigating a lucrative bookmaking operation came across a related drug
Feds given access to '03 documents
The court decision could have implications for Barry Bonds. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The names and
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Letters may be gone, but message remains
Dear Annie: I used to work at the World Trade Center. My favorite times were during the Christmas
Making connection at Antonine Sisters
The Youngstown Connection, a show group made up of students from the city's high schools, performs
Outdoor gear looks good, wears well
The pros inspire form and function on the ski slopes. ASSOCIATED PRESS Style and substance
Experts: Gibbons use warnings in songs
Researchers used models of predators to test the gibbons' responses. BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) --
New home sales continue to rise
The median price for a new home rose to 251,700. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Sales of new homes rose in
Area company to be in charge of N.Y. displays
A new capless firework will be used. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The sky will be awash with Zambelli
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Nemcik (Kami Krueger) of Powell are announcing the birth of their third child,
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Nemcik (Kami Krueger) of Powell are announcing the birth of their third child,
NEW YORK (AP) -- James Brown's music career will come full circle when his body is brought to rest on the stage of the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem, where he made his explosive debut, and the
NEW YORK (AP) -- James Brown's music career will come full circle when his body is brought to rest