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Cobalt sales soar in November
General Motors’ sales fell last month, but the Chevrolet Cobalt posted its best November ever. GM
Marty Adams retires from Huntington post
Marty Adams is retiring after rising from the head of a rural bank in Columbiana County to become
Robbers picked the weekend after a holiday to strike, FBI says
YOUNGSTOWN — A group accused of stealing $7 million in cash and checks from an armored car company
Thieves strike Boardman building site
POLAND — Township police are investigating the theft of more than $2,300 in building materials from
Rescuers helping Hunter hurt by an arrow
LIBERTY — Rescuers were trying to make their way to a bow hunter who reportedly shot himself with an
Retired nurse files to run for Mahoning Commissioner
YOUNGSTOWN — A retired licensed practical nurse filed nominating petitions to challenge Mahoning
Rudy and Mitt unlikely to kiss and make up
Opinion: When asked about the verbal attacks between him and Mitt Romney, Rudy Giuliani is almost dismissive.
WORTH A LOOK | Area activities are open to the public
BAZAARS • Meridian Arms, 650 S. Meridian Road, has scheduled a Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4
Bush doesn’t deserve the credit
Opinion: BOSTON — I have a friend who dedicated her first book to her husband “without whom this would never
Fixing up foreclosed homes can be a gamble
Foreclosure rehabbers hope their work leads to profits. MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) — After the
POLLS ASSOCIATED PRESS
POLLS ASSOCIATED PRESS RecPtsPvs 1. Ohio St. (50)11-11,5783 2. LSU (11)11-21,5195 3.
Residents of former meth labs sickened by fumes and residue
Homes may change hands often before their hazardous past is revealed. CINCINNATI (AP) — No Ohio
Politicians pay attention to immigrant voters
Somali refugees are on a direct path to permanent residency. COLUMBUS (AP) — Politicians are
Victoria’s Secret plans hourlong fashion show
Viewers have the advantage of seeing the catwalk action through the eyes of 16 cameras. LOS
Twenty-five percent of people who were victims of identity theft in 2006 were also victims of credit
Twenty-five percent of people who were victims of identity theft in 2006 were also victims of credit
Wimax technology to improve Internet
Wireless Internet links aim to serve businesses. NEW YORK (AP) — Consumers chafe at having only
Redskins honor Taylor
As a tribute, they lined up with 10 players on the game’s first play. LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — The
Lavender sparks Ohio State past Mississippi
COLUMBUS (AP) — Jentel Lavender had 24 points and 15 rebounds, and Ohio State held Mississippi
CARDINALS 27, BROWNS 21
CARDINALS 27, BROWNS 21 Cleveland3783—21 Arizona14076—27 First Quarter Ari—Hood 71
AT A GLANCE Bo Pelini
Age: 39, Born Dec. 13, 1967, in Youngstown. Graduated from Cardinal Mooney High. Education:
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK David F. Vasvari The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st—Totally Prin (Ramgeet)49.2018.007.80 Ransom’s Fool
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston142.875—
Enjoying the art of entertaining
The afternoon was filled with hints on every aspect of entertaining guests. WARREN —
Computer program to help stop hip fractures in women
The researchers list 11 risk factors for hip fractures. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A new computer tool
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday New Castle, Pa., city pension board, special meeting, 6:25 p.m. in Council
‘European-Americans’ have reasons to reject tax hikes
Opinion: ‘European-Americans’ have reasons to reject tax hikes EDITOR: This is a response to a letter
St. Columba presents festival
The school’s religious education students participated in the event. YOUNGSTOWN — A mix of
Reid refuses to admit successes in Iraq
Opinion: Pity poor Harry Reid. Back in April, the Senate Democratic leader proclaimed the war in Iraq “lost.”
DiEugenio nets 24, Lordstown jolts J-M
LORDSTOWN — Lordstown High School rushed out to a 22-9 lead in the first quarter and went on to post
Book tells of inmate’s life as guinea pig
Medical testing took place at Holmesburg State Prison from 1951 until 1974. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — As
Planning starts for softball fest
The same size softball tournament is expected in 2008. YOUNGSTOWN — In a transition year, in
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 22.14 —.06 Avalon Holdings,6.454—.2959 Clear
Investors turn profits from drug stocks given fast-track status by FDA
The fast-track designation doesn’t guarantee that the drugs will pass tests. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Good for the Jews tour mixes music, comedy
The duo will perform in Cleveland on Thursday. For decades, the holiday season has been a time
Bo Pelini is Nebraska’s new coach
The Mooney graduate comes from LSU where he was an aide for three years. LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Bo
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: “Putting The Ha! In Hanukkah Tour” featuring Good for the Jews. When: 8 p.m.
Strip mall, Walgreens being built in Austintown
A Walgreens is going to be built near Meridian Road. AUSTINTOWN — Two new developments are under
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA East 74, Kennedy Catholic 57 Lordstown 91, Jackson-Milton
Councilman proposes roundabout for safety, better flow of traffic
POLAND — It’s an idea that goes round and round to improve traffic safety. Councilman Ted Heineman
Fire destroys home of family of nine
Fire destroys home of family of nine HOWLAND — A family of nine escaped a fire in their North Road
McDonald’s plans to give Starbucks run for the money
McDonald’s is taking on Starbucks with higher-priced coffee drinks. CHICAGO (AP) — McDonald’s
NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
INTERCONFERENCE Bills 17, Redskins 16 LANDOVER, Md. — After scoring the game’s only touchdown,
Writers strike put on hold for Taylor’s AIDS benefit
Writers strike put on hold for Taylor’s AIDS benefit LOS ANGELES — Elizabeth Taylor returned to
“The issue of the Internet and the spinoff of that has been literally crippling our
Opinion: “The issue of the Internet and the spinoff of that has been literally crippling our investigation.”
Analysts: Chrysler needs makeover
Chrysler and Dodge are expected to become distinct brands. Forget about dropping or radically
“The Closer” (8 p.m., TNT): “The Closer” returns for a special two-hour
“The Closer” (8 p.m., TNT): “The Closer” returns for a special two-hour holiday episode that has
End of a season
End of a season A few weeks ago, the recently deposed New York Yankees manager, Joe Torre, was on
Bush aiming for permanent U.S. bases in Iraq
Opinion: George W. Bush is focusing now on his legacy. Duck. Run. Hide. Some of his legacy-building, I’ll
Park Vista Retirement Community celebrates its 60th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — For the last 60 years, Park Vista Retirement Community has become an institution on the
Texas A&M will play Penn State in Alamo Bowl in San Antonio
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Texas A&M will face Penn State in the Alamo Bowl, setting up a rematch of
PGA TOUR QUALIFYING SCHOOL
PGA TOUR QUALIFYING SCHOOL Sunday At Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge Winter
Penguins showing promise
It’s been a shaky start to the basketball season for the Youngstown State men and women. Both
Study: Diabetes drug could lead to osteoporosis
Avandia comes with a warning about the risk of heart failure. WASHINGTON (AP) — The popular
REGION
REGION Optimal Health opens third office in Valley COLUMBIANA — Optimal Health Professionals has
Hunters sneak onto land around Pittsburgh airport
IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) — Brazen hunters have illegally sneaked onto land surrounding Pittsburgh
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE WLPct.GB Chicago51.833— New Jersey41.800 1⁄2 Baltimore52.714 1⁄2
Crawford Co. dairy farm to make power from manure
CONNEAUTVILLE, Pa. (AP) — One of Crawford County’s largest dairy farms is moving forward with plans
NFL PREVIEW Tonight’s game
NEW ENGLAND at BALTIMORE Game time: 8:30 p.m. TV: ESPN Opening line: Patriots by 20. Record vs.
LeBron watches loss from bench
The Cavs’ injured ace watched in street clothes as his team lost to Boston. BOSTON (AP) — LeBron