News for November 30, 2006

YSU will scale back plan

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University trustees’ finance and facilities committee now

Mooney mania fuels pep rally

YOUNGSTOWN — It may seem to some people that after a high school football team reaches the

Chevrolet Centre general manager to resign

YOUNGSTOWN — The general manager of the city-owned Chevrolet Centre is resigning after an

Charges expected in house explosion

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Charges against the man authorities say blew up his East Side home in an

This pet cemetery is no movie

HERMITAGE, Pa. —  A local funeral home operator thinks pet owners need a place to grieve,

Stambaugh golf fees go up

YOUNGSTOWN — It’s going to cost 50 cents more beginning next month to play a round of

Cooperation results in suspended sentence

WARREN — Amy Corll, one of three women who said she drove around with Jermaine McKinney the

No "Urinetown" allowed in title

ERIE, Pa. (AP) _ One might call it the play that dare not speak its name. A Roman Catholic high

Stadium smoking a no-no

<span id="_oneup">CINCINNATI (AP) _ The Bengals and Reds have been advised to prohibit smoking

Deputies rescue man from jaws of an alligator

LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) -- A 45-year-old man lost part of his left arm when an alligator attacked him

SIMPLY THE BEST

Simply the best Warren JFK senior quarterback J.J. Townsend was named offensive co-player of the

LSU cruises to 91-57 win against McNeese State

Oregon knocked off No. 18 ranked Georgetown 57-50. ASSOCIATED PRESS BATON ROUGE, La. -- Garrett

HEALTH OFFICIAL: Mahoning County Health Commissioner Matthew Stefanak listens to a resident at a public meeting on Ohio's new smoking ban. The forum took place Wednesday in Austintown.

HEALTH OFFICIAL: Mahoning County Health Commissioner Matthew Stefanak listens to a resident at a

BASEBALL ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Yankees: A day after securing the negotiating rights for Kei Igawa, Yankees general manager Brian

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Dennis M. Petrolla, 57, of 9555 Struthers Road, #617, New

Killing suspect has supremacist tattoos

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The attorney representing a man accused of a racially motivated killing says

School locked down as standoff ensues

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- An elementary school was locked down Wednesday while police negotiated with

Agenda Friday

Agenda Friday Milton Township trustees, special meeting, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall, Milton Ave.

NEW RECORD: Geo C and Tha Storm, the Mahoning Valley's premier original funk band, released its

Man warns a wife he says he was hired to kill

A husband faces two counts of solicitation of murder -- his wife is pregnant. DALLAS MORNING NEWS

AS OF WEDNESDAY, AT LEAST 2,883 MEMBERS OF THE U.S. MILITARY HAVE DIED SINCE THE BEGINNING OF THE IRAQ WAR IN MARCH 2003, ACCORDING TO AN ASSOCIATED PRESS COUNT. THE FIGURE INCLUDES SEVEN MILITARY

As of Wednesday, at least 2,883 members of the U.S. military have died since the beginning of the

The new Smoke Free Workplace Act takes effect next Thursday. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the law with answers from the Smokefree Ohio campaign:

The new Smoke Free Workplace Act takes effect next Thursday. Here are some of the most frequently

Dec. 1Friday, 7 p.m.: FROSTY'S WINTER WONDERLAND (ABC Family). Featuring the voices of Andy Griffiths and Shelley Winters.

FRIDAY, 7 P.M.: FROSTY'S WINTER WONDERLAND (ABC Family). Featuring the voices of Andy Griffith and

Union at 2 papers faces strike deadline

The deadline is midnight tonight. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The owner of Philadelphia's two largest

Organizing hint calls for taking inventory

Dear Heloise: I hold an annual spray meeting, collecting all the sprays and cleaning solutions below

On campus, recipes from mom and dad become dining hall hits

Family traditions are being shared -- and appreciated. STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- Stung by decades of

Man gets 10 years for dousing 2 with acid

The accused was using sulfuric acid to make methamphetamine. CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (AP) -- A man was

AUTO INDUSTRY CEO: GM working on plug-in hybrid

The new Saturn small SUV could get about 70 miles per gallon. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- GM's chief

Increasing number of banks targets Asian communities

Asian communities are known for relatively low lending losses. UPPER DARBY, Pa. (AP) -- When

Suspected bomb closes I-71

CINCINNATI (AP) -- An interstate highway was shut down north of Cincinnati for about 4 1/2 hours

Central Michigan, Ohio U. set in title contest tonight

Both teams have already been invited to play in postseason bowl games. DETROIT (AP) -- Brian Kelly

Mahoning Valley has won 12 straight going into the weekend at the Ice Zone.

Mahoning Valley has won 12 straight going into the weekend at the Ice Zone. BOARDMAN -- The

Commissioners consider ditching touch machines

The nation's 15th largest election jurisdiction has more than 1 million voters. CLEVELAND (AP) --

Boardman's free throws topple Solon 51-48 in overtime battle

BOARDMAN -- The Boardman High girls basketball team connected on 28-of-39 foul shots (73 percent)

HOLIDAY PERENNIAL: Todd Hancock (Elvis Claus) and Maureen Collins are joined by Frosty and Little

Ohio native fits band perfectly

The band doesn't like to put labels on its music. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

Schreckengost gives 'Jazz Bowl' to museum

Many collectors consider 'Jazz Bowl' an icon of the art deco era. CLEVELAND -- A famous work from

Celebration at Gardens

Celebration at Gardens YOUNGSTOWN -- Mill Creek MetroParks will host Winter Celebration at Fellows

TEAM

TEAM MooneyOpponent Scoring446119 Points per game34.39.2 Rushes-yards665-4394362-1107

Roethlisberger taking a beating behind bad line

He was sacked nine times in last week's 27-0 loss in Baltimore. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Nothing in

SLOVAKIAN EVENT Holiday custom

American Slovak Cultural Association of the Mahoning Valley will celebrate its traditional Christmas

AUDITIONS

AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles ACTORS "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." New Castle

"Scrubs" (9 p.m., NBC): It's easy to lose track of this still-hilarious hospital sitcom. Sometimes it's off in hiatus hibernation. Other times it's getting jerked all over the schedule by maniacal

"Scrubs" (9 p.m., NBC): It's easy to lose track of this still-hilarious hospital sitcom. Sometimes

MATCHUP \ YSU vs. Illinois State

Team Statistics YSUISU Record10-29-3 Points per game32.329.7 Points Allowed21.119.5 Total

Cavs drop 101-98 contest to Knicks

LeBron James had 27 points, but on 10-of-22 shooting. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Eddy Curry was often New

Goo Goo Dolls survive by maturing, bassist says

The band has outlasted many bands from the '80s and '90s. By JOHN J. MOSER THE (ALLENTOWN, PA.)

Palermo aids Bethany's victory

The former Ursuline High standout scored 16 points against Ohio-Eastern. VINDICATROR STAFF REPORT

MOONEY (38-14)

MOONEY (38-14) 1973 -- Class AAA (2-0, state champs) Def. Cincinnati Moeller 34-7 Def. Warren

Mini villages appear at Christmas

Realistic touches turn tiny townships into delightful displays. By ANNE WALLACE ALLEN ASSOCIATED

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Kelly Byrne and Kevin Stetson, Girard, girl, Nov. 28. Edward

Ford: 38,000 workers have accepted offers

Ford still has a long way to go on the road to restructuring. DETROIT (AP) -- Almost half of Ford

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;BARBER, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; Lois, 69, of Youngstown;

& lt;B & gt;BARBER, & lt;/B & gt; Lois, 69, of Youngstown; arrangements pending;

Redbirds get second shot at Penguins

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Thus far, the NCAA Division I Football

Former principal pleads innocent to kissing students' feet

LORAIN, Ohio (AP) -- A former Roman Catholic school principal accused of kissing three male

Camphor was key in cold salve

Q. When I was very small (late 1950s), there was a great children's cold salve called "Save the

"We will discuss the situation on the ground in his country, our ongoing efforts to transfer more responsibility to the Iraqi security forces, and the responsibility of other nations in the region to

Opinion: "We will discuss the situation on the ground in his country, our ongoing efforts to transfer more

GOODYEAR Striking workers who returned are harassed

Strikers are using bullhorns to criticize the workers at their homes. AKRON (AP) -- Three tire

Panel backs tests on sewer system

Niles is looking to spend $1.6 million on rehabilitating a sanitary sewer line. By TIM YOVICH

Preacher arrested in plot, murder

The first crash involving the elderly victim was thought to be an accident. FRESNO, Calif. (AP) --

Stock Listing of Local Interest

STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 24.09 .25 Avalon Holdings,6.92.07 Clear

Japan says it knows how to make nuclear weapon

North Korea's test has created calls for Japan to re-think it's no-nukes policy. TOKYO (AP) --

Pope treads on shaky ground

The pope has a message for Christians in Muslim nations. ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) -- Pope Benedict

Sooners, Cornhuskers back in title matchup

Back in the 1970s and 1980s this was almost an annual meeting. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- With Barry

Let's groove tonight. Pop-funk legends Earth, Wind and Fire perform in a 7:30 p.m. concert at

Fire at vacant house on Tod called arson

YOUNGSTOWN -- A fire at 111 Tod Lane in the city was arson, the Youngstown fire department said.

McKinney receives 2 life prison terms

One juror said she and nine others preferred the death penalty. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Taft vows to veto revised gun law

The bill would prohibit local laws that are stricter than state law. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Republican

Officials upgrade facilities to improve fire protection

All the work should be completed by the end of the year. BROOKFIELD -- Residents in the West Hill

Radiation shows up on 2 jets in spy probe

Britain and Russia see tensions mounting. LONDON (AP) -- Officials found traces of radiation on

NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Vikings: Minnesota is dealing with another off-field incident this week after receiver Troy

Noah Wyle returns as bookish hero

Wyle credits the success of the first 'Librarian' film to family viewership during the holidays.

BIG DUCK FILLS THE BILL WITH LIGHTS FOR HOLIDAYS

Big Duck fills the bill with lights for holidays A large building shaped like a duck and known

Expect court action over budget, Logan says

A judge told commissioners that fighting would waste money. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM

USDA proves it's 'sensitivity challenged'

Opinion: With one brilliant decision, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has wiped out hunger in America. In

4-year-old saves day as Power Ranger

Little Stevie Long wielded a plastic sword and protected his family. RALEIGH NEWS & amp;

Judge sentences men in two separate cases

The judge denied plea withdrawal requests in both cases. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF

'TURISTAS'

'TURISTAS' Grade: F. Director: John Stockwell. Running time: 1 hour, 29 minutes. Rating: R,

Mother who put her adopted son in a box testifies he was a threat

The five adopted children were found living in junk vans and tents. ANCHORAGE DAILY NEWS

WOMEN'S TOP 25 \ Wednesday's games

No. 1 Maryland 68, Marshall 49 HUNTINGTON, W.Va. -- Crystal Langhorne scored 11 of her 15 points

Leaders quit posts, bash Bush as 'evil'

'Robust' talks between the U.S. president and the Iraqi prime minister are still set to go on today.

NBA ROUNDUP \ Wednesday's other games

Nets 106, Celtics 103 BOSTON -- Vince Carter scored 23 points, 16 in the fourth quarter, and Jason

CIC awaits responses to board invitations

The mayor plans to join while the councilman isn't interested in the offer. By DAVID SKOLNICK

Another chance at perfection

That 1980 team was the school's only state title team to finish undefeated. By JOE SCALZO

Foster child says the Gravelles beat kids in their care

The girl said there was an alarm on her door but she was never told why it was there. NORWALK,

Fire at vacant house

Fire at vacant house YOUNGSTOWN -- A fire was intentionally set at a vacant two-story house at 554

North Carolina hands Buckeyes first defeat

Tyler Hansbrough led the Tar Heels to an 98-89 win against Ohio State. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) --

RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances

2891612183660 INSTITUTIONDAYDAYMOSMOSMOSMOSMOS Associated SchoolNANA5.005.305.254.754.50

Body found in deserted house

COLUMBUS (AP) -- A woman who complained about people repeatedly stealing from her neighbor's

Honor for local libraries makes the Valley proud

Editorial: Last Sunday's Years Ago picture on page A-13 showed Youngstown's Central Square on a snowy Nov. 26,

MUSIC 'Cleveland Fats' goes global with tour dates round world

The guitarist learned from a legend, Robert Lockwood. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

North-South vulnerable. North deals.

North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH A 10 4 A 9 5 4 3 A J 10 4 3 WEST EAST

Incorrect tallying procedure led to faulty vote totals

The error was easily corrected and the totals have been certified. LANCASTER, Ohio (AP) --

A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Nov. 26 Breaking and

Top 10 visit to Times Square

Nextel Cup champion Jimmie Johnson led the New York celebration. NEW YORK (AP) -- Times Square has

PARENTS' RECIPES On the menu

Some recipes submitted by parents of University of Connecticut students. Husky Delight Stroganoff

Support for OSU's Gentry still alive

The punter, who was seriously injured, has received weekly letters from one fan. COLUMBUS (AP) --

Tickets on sale for local classic

This year's production will have the largest cast in the show's 18-year history. YOUNGSTOWN --

Parent focus groups give input on the future of school district

Parents helped the school district plot a course for the next five years. By JEANNE STARMACK

GIRLS BASKETBALL

GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY'S SUMMARIES BOARDMAN 51, SOLON 48 (OT) SOLON (1-1) -- Kathleen

Bettis' father dies from heart attack

The Steelers held a moment of silence before practice for Johnnie Bettis. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Leaders: More communication needed

Some farm leaders think the press is in control of agriculture's message. By MICHELE C. HLADIK

Police arrest man, find 2 sons safe in southwest Ohio

He was jailed on a felonious assault charge. MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) -- Police arrested a man

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

These grapes come with potential bite

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL STAR TRIBUNE MINNEAPOLIS -- Without giving it much thought, Dottie Brown

Three boards review engineering contract

County officials are stumped as to why so many people failed to notice a huge mistake. By ED

Defending champions struggling in early season

MIAMI (AP) -- The Miami Heat's arena has become a shrine to last season, with their NBA championship

DIVISION V

DIVISION V First Team OFFENSE: Ends--Ryan Hartke, St. Henry, 6-foot-4, 195 pounds, senior; Ben

'Turistas' tips hand, ruining finale

We know where the movie is going before the victims do. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL Here's

Red Sox nearing deal with J.D. Drew

They are also looking to trade Manny Ramirez and sign a Japanese standout. BOSTON (AP) -- The Red

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Cleveland Fats When: 10 p.m. Friday. Where: Nick's Inn 62, 1890 E. State St.,

NHL ROUNDUP \ Wednesday's games

Predators 3, Flyers 2 PHILADELPHIA -- Martin Erat scored with 5:09 left to help the Nashville

Law would remove free-drink limits

Racetracks in Pennsylvania are not permitted to give people free drinks. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) --

Today is Thursday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2006. There are 31 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2006. There are 31 days left in the year. On this date

Hints help couples move from wedding bells to sleigh bells

It is possible to keep both families happy during the busy holidays. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR

Shot fired in bank robbery

A bank employee was injured by flying glass during the robbery at Farmers National Bank. By TIM

Simple tips will make holidays a fun time for families

Focus on a few activities each day instead of trying to do everything at once. By SARAH WELCH and

Supreme Court justices hear speedy-trial case

The defense failed to provide information in a timely fashion, a prosecutor said. By MICHELE C.

A fleeting case of expatriate's remorse

Opinion: By DAVID DRUCKER LOS ANGELES TIMES My wife and I awoke, as usual, to NPR. Before political

Unarmed man robs Lisbon store

LISBON -- An unarmed robber made off with an undisclosed amount of cash from a convenience store,

8 writers nominated for the bad sex award

8 writers nominated for the bad sex award LONDON -- Will the winner be the unfortunate canine

Indiana man arrested in Ohio drug bust

CELINA, Ohio (AP) -- An Indiana man was arrested after authorities said he drove to Ohio and picked

Lugar warns of energy's use as weapon

Opinion: By MARTIN SCHRAM SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE The attack -- a tightly-coordinated launch of a

Group stresses need for workers

Social workers in this area earn more than the national average for the job. By DENISE DICK

Crowd airs concerns on details of new law

Some club and bar owners at the forum say they're afraid they'll lose business. By WILLIAM K.

Business News Digest

NATION Economy shows considerable upgrade WASHINGTON -- The economy lost steam in the late

Afraid he'll take kids and not come back

Dear Annie: I have two older brothers. One recently died and the other is strange beyond words.

PREP PREVIEW Friday's state final

DIVISION IV MOONEY vs. PLAIN CITY JONATHAN ALDER Game time: 11 a.m. at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium,

Korean War casualty's burial uncovers family's memories

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The recent identification of the remains of an Ohio soldier killed in the Korean

Townsend, Napolet lead way

Warren JFK's standout QB and head coach earned top honors in Division V. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE

Mother charged in death of baby has prior record

The woman was convicted of forgery in 2002 and of abduction in 2000. DAYTON (AP) -- A woman

Lerner repulsed, but hasn't given up on his team -- yet

Sunday's 30-0 loss to Cincinnati had the team's owner wondering. AMAGANSETT, N.Y. (AP) -- From his

Piqua standout is 'Mr. Football'

He rushed for 2,035 yards, 35 TDs and has his team in the Div. II state final. COLUMBUS (AP) --

Saudi Arabia will defend Sunnis if U.S. leaves Iraq

Opinion: By NAWAF OBAID WASHINGTON POST In February 2003, a month before the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq,

There are limits to 'diversity' in schools

Opinion: SEATTLE -- This city's school district decided in 2000 that because the son of Jill Kurfirst and the

THE BAND: My Morning Jacket is, from left, Bo Koster, Patrick Hallahan, Two-tone Tommy, Carl Broemel and Jim James (sitting).

THE BAND: My Morning Jacket is, from left, Bo Koster, Patrick Hallahan, Two-tone Tommy, Carl Broemel

Vindy.com for November 30, 2006

Featured Stories

Stories published November 30, 2006