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Austintown killer gets 26 years to life
Austintown killer gets 26 years to life YOUNGSTOWN — The holiday season intensified the distress
Pearl Harbor remembered at ceremony
Pearl Harbor remembered at ceremony CANFIELD — The current generation needs to do a better job of
Warren council tries to override veto on residency
Warren council tries to override veto on residency WARREN — A city councilman says he will ask
Blacks urged to climb higher
Blacks urged to climb higher YOUNGSTOWN — The program said the first lady of Youngstown was to
Shooting of dog upsets Girard councilman
Shooting of dog upsets Girard councilman GIRARD — A councilman is upset at how police handled the
Former Columbiana County sheriff dies of heart attack
Former Columbiana County sheriff dies of heart attack EAST LIVERPOOL — A longtime former
Mother jailed after firing a gun during argument with her son
Mother jailed after firing a gun during argument with her son YOUNGSTOWN — Police said a Division
Harveys indicted for fraud involving car deals
Harveys indicted for fraud involving car deals YOUNGSTOWN — A top official in the Mahoning County
Foundations give $120,000 to Wick Neighbors
YOUNGSTOWN — Wick Neighbors Inc. received $120,000 from two foundations to advance its proposed $100
Source of explosion not known
SMITH — The Ohio State Fire Marshal's Office has concluded its investigation of a propane explosion
Charges follow two drug raids
YOUNGSTOWN — Three men face drug-related charges after two drug raids on Thursday. At 1210 Arch
Fundraiser for police officer moved to Austintown Fitch High School
Fundraiser for police officer moved to Austintown Fitch High School AUSTINTOWN — Organizers of the
Man arrested for having stolen water meters
Man arrested for having stolen water meters YOUNGSTOWN — Alfred Hall Jr., lugging two heavy bags
Mother bound over to grand jury on child endangering charge
Mother bound over to grand jury on child endangering charge YOUNGSTOWN — Arlecia A. Davis, the 25-
Shut up comment leads to arrest
YOUNGSTOWN — A Campbell man who reportedly told Street Crimes Unit officers to “shut up” when they
Arraignment held on forgery charge
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman woman who worked for two years at Allied Erecting on Poland Avenue was
WKBN: Second wave of TV layoffs
BOARDMAN — About a half dozen workers lost their jobs at WKBN-TV in the second wave of job cuts in
$10,000 bond in embezzlement case
YOUNGSTOWN — The East Liverpool woman accused of embezzling $145,675 from Graphic Communications
Drug suspect’s SUV had 5 built-in TVs
NILES – A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Wednesday in municipal court for a 27-year-old Warren
Port authority faces lawsuit after death
WARREN — The widow of the 71-year-old Winner Aviation employee who died by being crushed by a hangar
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities
ASSOCIATIONS • Northeast Homeowners and Concerned Citizens Association will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday
Guillen, Gibbons get suspended
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Jose Guillen and Jay Gibbons were suspended Thursday for the first 15 days
New Iran report offers hope for future
Opinion: By deflating so much of the hyperbole around the issue, the National Intelligence Estimate offers an
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Cardinal Joint Fire District, special board meeting, 9 a.m., Station II, 5007
Jury sees drive-by homicide site
YOUNGSTOWN — A jury viewed the scene of a drive-by homicide and heard opening statements Thursday in
Officer fired for illegal search Earlier matter involved Taser
WARREN — Safety-Service Director William “Doug” Franklin has fired police Officer Richard Kovach for
Kids will see show, Santa, Frosty and cast
All of the proceeds from the special performance go to Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way
YSU enjoys steady increase in non-Valley students
Athletics is a catalyst in out-of-state enrollments. YOUNGSTOWN — Before she submitted her
“When he first came in the house, he was introverted, a troubled young man who was like a lost
Opinion: “When he first came in the house, he was introverted, a troubled young man who was like a lost pound
Atty. Ralph A. Zuzolo Sr. is deceased, but his name was included on a list the Ohio Supreme Court
Atty. Ralph A. Zuzolo Sr. is deceased, but his name was included on a list the Ohio Supreme Court
Shooter in Neb. mall rampage spent years in treatment centers
Police found no connection between the killer and his victims. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The young man
REGION
REGION Boardman sofa store isn’t one that’s closing BOARDMAN — Sofa Plus in Boardman said some
Mitten glove collection
Mitten glove collection YOUNGSTOWN — In keeping with the spirit of Christmas, Choffin Career and
Hatton is eager for Mayweather
The two undefeated welterweights will collide for the WBC title Saturday night. LAS VEGAS (AP) —
Bill to expand hate law is dropped
Violence against homosexuals is on the rise. WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress has dropped legislation
Jones appointed interim EMA director
The appointee has 40 years’ experience in emergency work. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
PREVIEW Mount Union football
Who: Mount Union vs. Bethel (Minn.) What: NCAA Division III football national semifinal Where: Mount
There are flaws in the report on Iran
Opinion: Rarely has a document from the supposedly hidden world of intelligence had such an impact as the
Sudden death strikes 2nd blow to Ytown family
Eight stockings hang on the fireplace mantel, one for ‘Max.’ YOUNGSTOWN — Sherry Sellers has no
Even a flawed intel report offers U.S. new perspective
Even a flawed intel report offers U.S. new perspective There are various ways of looking at the
Missouri’s Daniel in Heisman race
He joins Tim Tebow, Colt Brennan and Darren McFadden in the final four. COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A
Smith is not taking back prediction
The second-year safety from Hubbard believes the Steelers will stop the Patriots. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Jury awards $17.5M to welder for illness
The jury found that the five companies were negligent for not warning the welder. CLEVELAND (AP) —
hCampus bans students over mumps vaccinations
hCampus bans students over mumps vaccinations PORTLAND, Maine — The University of Southern Maine
Family shunned, accused of causing suicide of teen girl
The sheriff’s office has increased patrols around the targeted house. DARDENNE PRAIRIE, Mo. (AP)
WIC changes food in package
Reduction of milk products in the WIC diet is both good and bad news for Northeast Ohio farmers.
Firefighter indicted on drug charges
Commissioners accepted Johnson’s resignation from his county job. YOUNGSTOWN — A city
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “Dancing with the Stars” (Tuesday), ABC.
Casino design hearing illegal, group says
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A nonprofit development group says a Pittsburgh Planning Commission hearing on
Ind. inmate clogs toilet to create distraction as part of escape plan
CHARLESTOWN, Ind. (AP) — An inmate escaped from a work-release crew after he created a distraction
Mercer Co. to guarantee bonds
Sharon’s current sewage system isn’t in compliance with state regulations. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Winslow has become a weapon for Browns
He leads NFL tight ends with 909 receiving yards entering Sunday’s game. BEREA — First, there’s
Episcopalian diocese poised to split
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Headed into a critical vote, an Episcopal diocese in central California is
Parallels between Dec. 7 and Sept. 11
Opinion: Pearl Harbor continues to reverberate. Dec. 7, 1941, shocked an insular America into joining the
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: The mtvU Tour featuring headliners Motion City Soundtrack with Mae, Anberlin and
Legislators fail to act on reconciliation bill
Many lawmakers will be making a pilgrimage to Mecca. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Iraqi legislators
Cavaliers awaiting Varejao’s return
Cleveland has lost five straight and could use the help immediately. CLEVELAND (AP) — After losing
HERE’S THE BAND: Motion City Soundtrack is, from left, Tony Thaxton, Jesse Johnson, Matt
HERE’S THE BAND: Motion City Soundtrack is, from left, Tony Thaxton, Jesse Johnson, Matt Taylor,
Mayor Williams says violence has got to stop
The mayor wants to bring a ‘CeaseFire’ program to town. YOUNGS-TOWN — Mayor Jay Williams says it’s
Energy plan would OK drilling in state parks
The state would add to its income, and more low-cost energy would be produced. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Pa. shutters 2 nursing homes
NEW FREEDOM, Pa. (AP) — The state closed two personal-care homes after recent inspections found
Romney: Religion won’t run decisions
The candidate’s Mormon beliefs worry Iowa voters. COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Moving to win over
Motion City deals with singer’s issues
The quintet has evolved from its youthful beginnings. Existing on the periphery of the pop-
Two arrested in vandalism at cemetery
BROOKFIELD — Police have arrested two Warren men accused of vandalizing a township cemetery last
House bill raises rules of auto fuel efficiency
The bill faces a Senate filibuster and a veto threat. WASHINGTON — The House approved the first
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SCORES AREA
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SCORES AREA Akron Firestone 70, East 38 Mooney 46, Fitch 29
BIO BOX Fast facts
Facts about abolitionist John Brown: Born: May 9, 1800, in Torrington, Conn. Occupations:
Raising pre-flop in No Limit Hold’em
In a structured limit game, like $10-$20 Limit Hold’em, you’ll face simple decisions when it comes
TRANSFER CRITERIA
TRANSFER CRITERIA OHSAA checklist Schools superintendents have criteria in deciding whether to
Research with stem cells cures sickle cell in mice
Scientists said they still have a lot of testing to do. WASHINGTON (AP) — Scientists have the
A ‘Miracle’ for free
A ‘Miracle’ for free kMICHELLE GREENWOOD and Abigail Sanchez from the Potential Development
Phantoms heading to Michigan to take on the Marquette Rangers
The two-game series, tonight and Saturday, begins at 7:30 BOARDMAN — If the weather cooperates,
2nd evangelical balks at salary data deadline
The committee wants to know if nonprofits are following the law. A second Christian ministry
Bonds’ hearing is today
More than 200 journalists and members of the public are expected. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — From Patty
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert S. Van Dyke, 23, of 1521 Lansdowne Blvd., Youngstown,
Wildlife troubles Pittsburgh airport
Passenger jets have hit an owl, a hawk, various other birds and a coyote. IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) —
Board wants arbiter for issue
AUSTINTOWN — The board of education has asked the teachers union to implement most of a tentative
Driver dies when part of parking deck collapses
Two dozen people were hurt when another parking garage being built in Florida crumbled. CHARLOTTE,
Documentary explores church’s views on gays
The church has protested at military funerals. BALTIMORE — K. Ryan Jones knew he’d picked an
MCDONALD COUNCIL Meeting notes
At their meeting earlier this week, village council members handled these matters: Heard a
“Frosty the Snowman” (8 p.m., CBS): It’s time to chill out and spend an evening
“Frosty the Snowman” (8 p.m., CBS): It’s time to chill out and spend an evening with that jolly
November retail sales mixed
Target warns that it may not meet its fourth-quarter earnings projections. NEW YORK (AP) — The
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Brianna Forgac and Kirk Wertz, Austintown, boy, Dec. 4.
Football flap at Canfield High pits student vs. racism
CANFIELD — A decision on a former Canfield High School football player’s appeal to the Ohio High
Old photograph of Brown, abolitionist, to be sold today
The last daguerreotype of Brown that sold at auction went for $120,000 about seven years ago.
Juvenile court seeks $6.69M
Fuel and other costs are escalating, judge says. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Juvenile Court
Christmas tree growers in Canada out on a limb
Canada’s largest Christmas tree grower is going out of business. PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Christian Revival and Discipleship Center Dress to Succeed Ministry, 3300 Hudson
Pirates release infielder Jose Castillo
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pirates gave up on infielder Jose Castillo, releasing their former starting
80 percent of union workers at WYTV lose jobs
Some local TV jobs will end up on the cutting room floor. The jobs of about 40 workers were
INSIDE/MORE HOCKEY
INSIDE/MORE HOCKEY The SteelHounds and Phantoms return to action tonight, both on the road. C3
Survivors remember Pearl Harbor attack WWII veterans have a new enemy: time
Across the nation, about 5,000 Pearl Harrbor veterans are alive. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. —
Subprime-mortgage interest to be frozen
The plan is a voluntary, private-sector arrangement. WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of
Dodgers acquire Andruw Jones
The five-time All-Star agreed to a $36.2 million, two-year deal. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Now the
Bethel up next against Raiders
The Minnesota team has a running attack planned for Saturday. ALLIANCE — Many have tried and
Hospital gets triplets, quadruplets within 24 hours
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — What do you have with three of a kind and four of a kind? A full hospital.
GRAMMY NOMINATIONS Top categories
Nominees announced Thursday in top categories for the 50th Annual Grammy Awards (for complete list,
4 Legion posts send gift items to Guard unit in Afghanistan
Four American Legion posts raised money for care packages for troops in Afghanistan.
Husband says attorney wife disappeared
TOLEDO (AP) — A pregnant attorney who had received suspicious phone calls was reported missing by
West gets 8 Grammy nominations
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kanye West received a leading eight Grammy nominations Thursday, and the troubled
Smith is unknown to Patriots
The Patriots said they never would make a prediction like Anthony Smith’s. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP)
Loaded for bear in Sudan
Opinion: Thoughts at large: I still don’t get why the streets of Khartoum were filled with men named
YSU likely to get OK for community college
A final vote on the recommendation could come as early as Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — A commission
Sharon Speedway sues trustees
WARREN — Sharon Speedway has sued the Hartford Township trustees to secure a judgment allowing the
Penguins defeat Oilers 4-2
Sidney Crosby’s three assists in the third period led the way Wednesday night. EDMONTON, Alberta
Pittsburgh Symphony gets $5.5 million gift
Pittsburgh Symphony gets $5.5 million gift PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will
Vindy.com News Podcast for December 7, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, December 7, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
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