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Police probe Campbell shooting
CAMPBELL — A robbery or burglary led to a shooting shortly after 9 p.m. Wednesday at 332 Porter Ave.
Fire damages Braceville home
BRACEVILLE — Fire seriously damaged a home at 4498 West Oakland Ave., between Braceville-Robinson
Car dealer free on cash bond
YOUNGSTOWN — The second defendant in an alleged automobile dealing fraud scheme is free on a $3,000
Federal suit filed against Warren police
YOUNGSTOWN — The incident that led to the firing of a Warren police officer has also produced a
Hermitage gets firefighting grant
HERMITAGE, Pa. — The Hermitage Volunteer Fire Company in Mercer County received $79,990 in federal
Agencies meet to consider evacuation status
CHAMPION — Eliminating most of the remaining smoke and lifting the evacuation order resulting from
YFD gets $400,000 grant
YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Senator George V. Voinovich announced that the Youngstown Fire Department has
Man with knife robs Party Shop
NEW SPRINGFIELD — A man using a knife held up the Point Party Shop at 9805 South Ave. Extension
Plant smolders, evacuation may end
CHAMPION — Eliminating the remaining smoke from the fire at a Champion plastics warehouse fire could
State has offered to remove dam near Leavittsburg
WARREN — Trumbull County MetroParks members are considering an offer from the Ohio Department of
Mahoning Township supervisors hold line on taxes
HILLSVILLE, Pa. — Township taxes will stay the same in 2008 for Mahoning Township under the new
Champion fire’s smoke prompts voluntary evacuation
CHAMPION — Champion Presbyterian Church could be busy again this afternoon taking care of residents
Taylor is hoping a new trainer will make a difference
Their second professional fight is set for Feb. 16 in Las Vegas.
Crisis Shelter is taking donations for auction
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County’s 20th Annual Auction is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Dahlia Society gathers for holiday dinner
CANFIELD — Mahoning Valley Dahlia Society held its annual holiday dinner for members and guests Dec.
Make-A-Wish seeks former beneficiaries
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana is seeking former wish children. If
Hillside welcomes public to Christmas Wonderland
WARREN — Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, 8747 Squires Lane N.E., is the site where more than 100
Lutheran Church plans holiday buffet luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN — St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1429 Mahoning Ave., is planning a gala buffet luncheon at
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS | Sit-down and takeout events planned
THURSDAY X St. John Greek Orthodox Church, 4955 Glenwood Ave., is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner
Teen drug use is on the decline, new study says
Drug use has dropped nearly half among eighth-graders since 1996. WASHINGTON (AP) — Illicit drug
Led Zeppelin reunion draws rave reviews
There’s been no definite word yet on whether the band will do a full tour. LONDON — On the
GOLF GLANCE
GOLF GLANCE This weekend’s events PGA TOUR Challenge Season Target World Challenge Site:
Austintown trustees authorize hiring of new police officer
AUSTINTOWN — Township trustees have authorized hiring a new police officer, and the police
Only atheists object to Romney’s faith speech
Opinion: Atheists are the only people who appear to have been offended by Mitt Romney’s speech about his
Experts: Americans oppose extra security
Only an imminent threat would change their minds, according to research. Few people want to turn
Church gunman killed himself, autopsy shows
The shooter reportedly warned of the rampage in online postings. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Dec. 4 Theft: A Morse
hHarding rolls big over Mooney
hHarding rolls big over Mooney kMOONEY HIGH’S L.J. Sutton goes for the block against Warren
“This is a big one. We’ve got a massive situation here and it’s probably going to
Opinion: “This is a big one. We’ve got a massive situation here and it’s probably going to be a week to 10
Kennywood to add haunted house ride
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (AP) — Kennywood Park near Pittsburgh will open a new dark ride this spring, the
Jury finds man guilty of drive-by shooting
The shooter could serve life in prison without parole. YOUNGSTOWN — A jury has found Jonathan L.
McFadden All-America pick for second consecutive year
Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow joins McFadden in the backfield. NEW YORK (AP) — When it comes to
Van Halen comes homes to a yard full of mud
Van Halen comes homes to a yard full of mud LOS ANGELES — It wasn’t the homecoming Eddie Van Halen
Manilow to crowd: This one’s for you
The singer spends more time at home these days but still flies out for shows. Entering his
President Bush running out of villains
Opinion: WASHINGTON — It’s too bad they hanged Saddam Hussein. He made a great villain, and the White House
Burglars’ victim unhappy with 16-year sentence
An assistant prosecutor said the robbers knew someone was home. WARREN — A 52-year-old Bazetta
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David Grossman, 39, of 4619 Rhode Island Drive, Youngstown,
Russian priests visit faith-based program
The Russian Orthodox priests have visited various drug rehabilitation centers. YOUNGSTOWN —
Growing older is getting easier for more Americans
The decline in disabilities might not continue, one doctor cautioned. WASHINGTON — The
RABIES IN OHIO
RABIES IN OHIO So far in 2007, eight raccoons have tested positive for rabies: six in Lake County,
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Trumbull Career & Technical Center school board, 6 p.m., board room. Public
A lot of mail sent to troops doesn’t make it
Many believe the ban is an overreaction. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of holiday
“Kid Nation” (8 p.m., CBS): The sun is about to set on “Kid Nation,” the
“Kid Nation” (8 p.m., CBS): The sun is about to set on “Kid Nation,” the youth-centric reality show
Holmes headed to hall of fame
He’ll be inducted in June, along with 11 other boxers and ring personalities. CANASTOTA, N.Y. (AP)
W.Va. program urges residents to get up, walk
The walking has more than just health benefits — it builds camaraderie as well. LOGAN, W.Va. (AP)
Youngstown State campaign receives $200,000 donation
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s Centennial Campaign is $200,000 richer today thanks to a
2008 election looking a lot like 1992
Opinion: The latest National Intelligence Estimate on Iran — suggesting that Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s government
Attorney added to Lawrence Co. case list
The addition of another attorney — the fifth — is expected to save money in 2008. NEW CASTLE,
Israeli forces kill 6 Islamic militants in Gaza Strip
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli tanks and bulldozers pushed into the southern Gaza Strip on
‘CLASSROOM JEOPARDY!’ GETTING A CLUE Struthers Middle School received the game from a member of the ‘Jeopardy!’ Clue Crew.
THE HEADLESS CHIX had the fastest thumbs and enough correct answers to defeat the Ninjas and The
Official: Smoke poses no danger
A large cloud of smoke continued to rise from the site Tuesday. CHAMPION — The director of the
Cop admits getting upset over girlfriend’s arrest
The officer says the arrest could have been handled differently. WARREN — A Warren police officer
Election panel’s disarray is good news
Opinion: What if the country held an election and there was no one to make sure that candidates played by the
Officials: Dead raccoon had rabies
The board of health offers precautions to residents to protect themselves from rabies. AUSTINTOWN
Bali conference could influence ’08 election
Opinion: American presidential campaigns often are changed by events in remote locales such as Davenport,
U.S. News’ school ranking based on math scores doesn’t add up
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — It’s every math teacher’s mantra: Check your work. Apparently, Standard &
Man accused of crating son appears in court
Man accused of crating son appears in court BOARDMAN — A Sylvia Lane man accused of placing his
Austintown teachers union rejects arbitration
The school board will decide its next step Thursday. AUSTINTOWN — The teachers union has
Bush calls on Iran to explain nuclear weapons program
The Iranian president said a U.S. intelligence report was ‘a step forward.’ WASHINGTON (AP) —
OSU-Michigan date will be later
In the end, it was money that won out over tradition in moving The Game to after Thanksgiving.
Suspect charged in gas station shooting
Looking for one shooting suspect, Sharon area police arrest another SHARON, Pa. — The search for