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Vindy.com for December 14, 2007
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Candidates reveal campaign spending
YOUNGSTOWN — Some candidates spent quite a bit of money to lose in last month’s election. Also,
Guilty verdict in shooting, carjacking
YOUNGSTOWN — A guilty verdict was reached Friday afternoon in the case against a 23-year-old man
Pro shoplifter gets 2 years in prison
YOUNGSTOWN — The Ohio Reformatory for Women has a lot of activities to keep Lavette Boone’s mind off
Fact finder recommends changes in Girard
GIRARD — A fact finding report suggest a few changes be made to the new contract between the city
Bazetta teen wrote to Church of Satan
CORTLAND — Police were concerned when the FBI forwarded an e-mail to them Thursday morning written
Marijuana enterprise broken up
YOUNGSTOWN — Two people were arrested Friday on charges they were part of an enterprise that sold
No charges in Campbell shooting death
CAMPBELL — Police do not plan to charge Nicholas Galanses in the Wednesday night shooting death of
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups plan events
ASSOCIATIONS • Alzheimer’s Assistance and Referral Network, 4212 Market St., Youngstown, has
Topic: Austintown teachers pact
The school board wants to know by early next week if the teachers will vote on a tentative contract
Car, ambulance collide
Car, ambulance collide YOUNGSTOWN — A car driven east on Poland Avenue on Thursday morning went
Steroid confirmation adds to advisers’ challenge
Steering teens away from performance enhancers is tough task for educators. Gregory Cooper,
Appy State, Delaware set in FCS championship game tonight
The Mountaineers are trying for an unprecedented third straight title. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) —
City man taken to hospital with gunshot wounds
YOUNGSTOWN — A Lucius Avenue man was rushed to St. Elizabeth Health Center on Thursday afternoon
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Shawn O. Barnett, 27, of 1413 4th St., Canton, and Mechelle R.
Steroid effects on youths worry Clinic doctor
Young steroid users risk depression, addiction and criminal behavior. Perhaps 10 percent of
NOAA: ’07 likely to be 8th warmest in U.S.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A vast swath of the U.S. was warmer than usual this year, leading to severe
PREP BASKETBALL Thursday’s other games
PREP BASKETBALL Thursday’s other games South Range 48, Springfield 33 NORTH LIMA — The unbeaten
Whitner OK with Browns loyalty
The former Buckeye and his Bills play in Cleveland on Sunday. ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Growing up
Buckeyes’ juniors are seeking feedback toward future with the NFL
Since 1992 there have been 25 Ohio State players that left early for the NFL. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio
Speculators cause oil prices to spike
Opinion: For years, OPEC has argued that oil prices are being driven by external factors such as the
Rock inductees
Rock inductees kTHE EVER-EVOLVING Madonna was announced as a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee
The Vindicator Dealership moves, urges military support
Ray Taylor, left, and Jack Guy of the Columbiana American Legion Post raise a 40-foot American flag
Paterno’s only concern is with Texas A&M on Dec. 29
The Penn State coach will turn 81 next week. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — This is the time of year
East Side sees 16th homicide
One gunshot was heard; no bullets, shells or casings were found. YOUNGSTOWN — This year, the East
Girl’s mother says coach assaulted her
YOUNGSTOWN — The mother of a Hayes Middle School basketball player has accused the girl’s coach of
Shuba not surprised; Hehr hopes for future
When George “Shotgun” Shuba was a player with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1948, he met one of his
Polamalu’s return is expected with uncle on opposite sideline
Kennedy Pola is a running back coach for the Jaguars. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Troy Polamalu, always a
Judge studies lethal injection
A binder has details about past executions. ELYRIA, Ohio (AP) — A 700-page binder on how the state
All-Stars of Steroids?
Roger Clemens’ lawyer, for one, is already fighting back. NEW YORK — Roger Clemens turned out to
Shiite leader seeks power as an ayatollah
Muqtada al-Sadr is the leader of the Mahdi Army militia. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — The leader of Iraq’s
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SCORES AREA
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SCORES AREA East 46, Ursuline 41 Canfield 80, Struthers 38 United
I-80 toll application sent back for details
The state did not provide details of how it intends to improve the interstate. An application
Armed guards a necessity
Opinion: It’s getting harder to find peace on Earth. Violent crime statistics in the United States may be
Judge dismisses suit against paint maker
TOLEDO (AP) — A judge in Toledo has dismissed a lawsuit filed against paint maker Sherwin-Williams
InfoCision tax break approved
Grants will pay JFS’ occupancy costs at Oakhill. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
NASA delays launch of shuttle to Jan. 10
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA on Thursday delayed the launch of space shuttle Atlantis to Jan. 10
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, will hold a food giveaway from
Countries threaten to boycott climate talks over Bush inaction
Al Gore urged conference attendees to push forward on an agreement. BALI, Indonesia (AP) —
Campbell man tells how fatal shooting unfolded
Police said the intruder was wearing a nylon stocking cap on his head and face. CAMPBELL —
Report shocks sports figures around the nation
President Bush said he hopes it marks the beginning of the end to steroids. Wow. That’s what
Brookfield’s rapid start sets pace for a 69-38 TAC victory
Morgan Bonekovic scored 23 points for the Warriors. BROOKFIELD — An efficient zone press
Wrongful death lawsuit
Wrongful death lawsuit NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A lawsuit filed by the family of a 16-year-old girl who
Wall Street Journal shareholders approve Murdoch bid
New owner plans changes to the Journal’s Web site and online operations. NEW YORK (AP) — Rupert
MAJOR LEAGUE SCANDAL Indians’ Byrd, Reds’ Stanton only current Ohio pros revealed
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians pitcher Paul Byrd and Cincinnati reliever Mike Stanton were among those
hBrave little mouse
hBrave little mouse TOKYO — Cat and mouse may never be the same. Japanese scientists say they’ve
Gervais says bye to ‘Extras’ and hello to a film career
The star wanted the last episode to stand on its own. NEW YORK — It feels like an actual scene
“Wrestling with Angels: Playwright Tony Kushner” (3 a.m., PBS): Tony Kushner has emerged
“Wrestling with Angels: Playwright Tony Kushner” (3 a.m., PBS): Tony Kushner has emerged as one of
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield school board, 10 a.m., high school auditorium. XAGENDA runs daily.
Super Mario: Williams lifts Texans past Broncos, 31-13
Houston tied the franchise record for victories in a season with seven. HOUSTON (AP) — Mario
Mayor’s dog has run of city hall
TOLEDO — The city’s first dog can continue to wander the offices of city hall and lounge on the
Top five by sales this week:
Top five by sales this week: television 1. “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” CBS. 2. “Grey’s
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
Family links to Army son
The organizations plan to partner more in the future. BOARDMAN — Linda and Ron Simon of
Powerful awakening takes hold in Iraq
Opinion: BAGHDAD — Eight bodyguards with machine guns guard the entrance to his three-story stone Baghdad
Families bury dead from triple bombing
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Families in a southern Iraqi city where a triple bombing claimed at least 25
Ohio auto warranty company leaves buyers in ditch
Last year, Russell Lashbrook paid $1,600 for a four-year warranty on the used Dodge Durango he was
Webb outlines Youngstown schools’ fund cuts
The district is looking at trimming $4 million more in spending next year. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Rob Zombie returns to concert touring
The musician-director has released his first concert CD. Rob Zombie remains a busy man.
‘ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS’
‘ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS’ Grade: C Director: Tim Hill Running time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Chadron St. back heads AP team
Mount Union’s Matt Kosteinik was a first-team selection on defense. NEW YORK (AP) — Danny Woodhead
5 Weathersfield district workers get 2 percent salary increases
MINERAL RIDGE — The Weathersfield school board has granted 2 percent increases retroactive to July 1
The Chipmunks make a comeback
The holiday movie blends nostalgia with up-to-date one-liners. The late Looney Tunes maestro
A bit of good news on the home front: Mortgage rates rise
WASHINGTON (AP) — Mortgage rates, which had been sliding, went up this week, disappointing news to
Dissenters face harsh criticism
Some climate change proponents have compared contrarians to Hitler. COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) —
Prepare to tote up your carbon footprint
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Carbon is the new guilt. And if you don’t feel guilty about the carbon you exude,
A-Rod’s deal is a record $275 million for 10 years
The Yankees’ superstar negotiated the deal without his agent Scott Boras. NEW YORK (AP) — Alex
U.S. Senate needs to act to reverse Bush’s order that keeps public in the dark
One of the first things President Bush did after taking office in 2001 was ask Alberto Gonzales,
Blackhawk gets OK for auction
Bidders must agree to keep the company operating. YOUNGSTOWN — A bankruptcy judge has given
Liza Minnelli collapses during show in Sweden
Liza Minnelli collapses during show in Sweden STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Liza Minnelli collapsed after
Voluntary evacuation ends in Champion Township
LaBrae schools reopened Thursday. CHAMPION — Champion Township’s fire chief lifted a voluntary
Four bodies found in Cincinnati apartment
The men had not been seen at work since Dec. 4. SHARONVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Four men believed to have
Funds available for buying Youngstown, Warren homes
Participants are required to live in the house for at least five years. YOUNGSTOWN — In an
WEATHER December precipitation
Although we aren’t even halfway into this month, the Mahoning Valley is well on its way to having
Ice Zone features holiday skating show
BOARDMAN — The North Pole Express holiday figure skating show will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Ice
Community programs announced
YOUNGSTOWN — Community building organization Warriors Inc. is introducing a new round of
Ex-school secretary faces theft charge
WARREN — A former secretary for Warren City Schools has been indicted on a charge of theft in office
Suicide bombers had been given amnesty, Algerian official says
ALGIERS, Algeria (AP) — Two convicted terrorists who had been freed in an amnesty carried out the
Chess champ is out of presidential race
Garry Kasparov said President Vladimir Putin is behind his disqualification. MOSCOW (AP) — The
“This was a storm of absolute historic proportions, certainly in terms of damage and the
Opinion: “This was a storm of absolute historic proportions, certainly in terms of damage and the number of
Ohio attorney general unveils consumer-complaint Web site
COLUMBUS — Attorney General Marc Dann unveiled a new consumer-complaint Web site and telephone
Local boy wins Cleveland Browns contest
AUSTINTOWN — A Lloyd Elementary School third-grader is getting to see an NFL player’s view of a
The buy-in: What’s the right amount?
Whether it’s a Friday night game with your buddies, a weekend trip to Vegas to play in a casino, or
Madonna headlines Rock Hall list
The music and fashion icon drew plenty of controversy on her way to success. CLEVELAND — The
Grand jury declines to indict Warren man
WARREN — Daniel Boone, 39, of 241 Penn Ave. N.W., who was charged with felonious assault last summer
Delphi Corp. to sell steering business
TROY, Mich. (AP) — Auto suppler Delphi Corp. has agreed to sell its $2.5 billion global steering and
China remembers massacre
At least 150,000 civilians were killed by Japanese soldiers in 1937. BEIJING (AP) — Sirens
All wet waiting for winter wonderland
This is already the eighth-wettest December on record. YOUNGSTOWN — Pick your poison — snow or
‘Atonement’ leads list of nominees for Globes
No clear front-runners have emerged in the run-up to the Academy Awards. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.
TOP NOMINATIONS For television
Here are some of the Golden Globe nominations for television: Best drama: “Big Love,” HBO;
Officials: Jail needs new control panel
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County commissioners will vote Tuesday on a $397,131 contract with a
No goal for Crosby, no win for Penguins
Pittsburgh dropped its second straight to surging Ottawa. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Dany Heatley scored
Senate passes energy bill
The bill requires automakers to achieve an average 35 mpg for cars in 13 years. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Officials preparing for wintry weather
The precipitation fell as rain, sleet, ice and snow. HARRISBURG (AP) — A wintry mix that fell
Woman indicted in cruiser crash
The driver who hit the police car was very drunk, the prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
XOne area high school administrator said it’s difficult educating teens about the dangers of
XOne area high school administrator said it’s difficult educating teens about the dangers of steroid
Gene test is cancer advance
The test would help determine which breast cancer patients would benefit from chemotherapy.
Digital billboards lead to quick arrests, police say
The billboards display an image of a suspect to thousands of people. MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Between
Defense chief seeks allied aid in Afghanistan
The British defense secretary said military power is only part of the solution. EDINBURGH,
N.J. moves to abolish the death penalty
The governor is expected to sign the bill within a week. TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey
FDA panel says no to selling cholesterol drugs over counter
CHICAGO — Consumers will still need a doctor’s prescription for cholesterol-lowering drugs, advisers
Ex-Canadian PM testifies about scandal
TORONTO (AP) — Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney denied Thursday he received kickbacks from a
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games Oilers 4, Red Wings 3, SO DETROIT — Ales Hemsky scored the
Forum to move services from Beeghly on Dec. 28
Services to be moved from Beeghly to Northside include labor and delivery. YOUNGSTOWN — Forum
Commissioners donate building
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County commissioners donated a building at 75 Dock St., Sharon to the Community
GRAND JURY | Mahoning County
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Kayla C. Sciaretta, 20, of
Vindy.com News Podcast for December 14, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday December 14, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.