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Five fire departments battle Liberty blaze
Five fire departments battle Liberty blaze LIBERTY — Firefighters from five departments assisted
Girard’s finances looking better for ’08
Girard’s finances looking better for ’08 GIRARD — City officials are happy to start the coming
Mahoning County offices closing early Christmas Eve
Mahoning County offices closing early Christmas Eve YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
Veteran deputy to run for Columbiana Co. sheriff
Veteran deputy to run for Columbiana Co. sheriff LISBON — A veteran law enforcement officer,
Salem police seek leads in vehicle arsons
Salem police seek leads in vehicle arsons SALEM — Salem Police Detective David Talbert is
City man gets 97 years in prison for shooting at cops
City man gets 97 years in prison for shooting at cops YOUNGSTOWN — A young man convicted last
Fire set at former Youngstown Buick
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire was intentionally set near the exterior of a glass door at 1021 Wick Ave., the
Vindy editor Franko on Louie Free radio show today
Vindicator Editor Todd Franko will sit in today with radio talk show host Louie Free. Listen in
Route 11 Southbound near Route 82 reopens Sunday
VIENNA – The southbound lanes of state Route 11 near state Route 82 will reopen to traffic Sunday
Sheriff contest taking shape in Columbiana County
LISBON — A veteran law enforcement official has announced he will file today to run against his
Girl out of Hubbard school over toy gun
The pupil has been removed from school. HUBBARD — A dispute between pupils at Reed Middle School
Reps. Ryan, Wilson face weak challengers
Opinion: Republicans have candidates for congressional seats held by U.S. Reps. Tim Ryan and Charlie Wilson, but neither appear to be serious threats to the Democratic incumbents.
Truck mishap closes I-80 in Austintown
AUSTINTOWN — A semi tractor-trailer hauling eggs eastbound on Interstate 80, just east of the
Accident closes roadway
XXX AUSTINTOWN — A semi tractor-trailer hauling eggs eastbound on Interstate 80, just east of the
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities
CLUB CALENDAR CLUBS • McDonald Parents of Performing Arts will meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the
Route 11 lanes expected to reopen within days
The demolition work will cost around $25,000. VIENNA — Relief is expected in less than a week
Synthetic-fuel plant plans advance
The federal government will fund a study on sealing carbon dioxide in old oil wells.
Schools get state grant to launch BOAT program
The district is targeting about 270 ninth-graders with the program. YOUNGSTOWN — IPods, laptop
MAHONING COUNTY
Marriage licenses Charles D. Lehotsky, 34, of 2501 S. Warren Road, North Jackson, and Jennifer E.
Indicted in robberies
Indicted in robberies YOUNGSTOWN — A federal grand jury in Cleveland has returned a two-count
Crosby’s fists highlight SO win
The Penguins won the shootout to defeat the Bruins, 5-4. BOSTON (AP) — Sidney Crosby doesn’t have
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston203.870— Toronto1512.5567 New
Raiders have no peer in first tier
South Range’s Abby Schuler had 11 rebounds in a 51-38 win against Lisbon. LISBON — Even the
Cavs beat Lakers by 4 in Cleveland
Before facing Bryant and Co., Cleveland’s coach wrote “Defend To Win!!!” in the Cavs’ locker room.
Big win with big loss: Steelers beat Rams, lose Davenport
St. Louis finished 1-7 at home after the 41-24 defeat. ST. LOUIS (AP) — Najeh Davenport is a career
Fight club
Fight club Sidney Crosby scored a goal, assisted on two, and dropped the gloves for the first
Give yourself the gift of contentment
Opinion: Thanksgiving is supposed to be about gratitude and Christmas about ... what? Getting more stuff we
It’s up to Austintown board to make strike a short one
The last thing anyone should want in Austintown is a teachers strike. But if one comes, the
FOOTBALL 2007-08 BOWL GAMES
Thursday Poinsettia Bowl At San Diego Payout: $750,000 Utah (8-4) vs. Navy (8-4), late
Local man’s choir wins
NEW YORK — Youngstown native Le Shawn Tucker helped his choir win first place in “Clash of the
Liberty’s 4th quarter pivotal vs. Lakeview
The Leopards’ press wore down the Bulldogs in a 59-49 win. LIBERTY — Trailing Lakeview 40-35
Owens tries to clear up his comments
Terrell Owens made some negative comments about QB Tony Romo’s girlfriend. IRVING, Texas (AP) —
Grievance to be filed for fired firefighter
The firing was a ‘tough decision,’ the fire chief says. YOUNGSTOWN — Fired firefighter Andre
‘CHARLIE WILSON’S WAR’
Grade: B Director: Mike Nichols Rating: R for language, nudity, war violence Running time:
Europe sees more cases of syphilis
Risky sexual behavior has in part led to an increase in the past decade, experts say. LONDON (AP)
E-mail language brings reprimand
The official says he deserved the reprimand. YOUNGSTOWN — Though Attorney General Marc Dann’s
Companies cast a little light on candles
Beeswax and soy candles are more eco-friendly than those made of paraffin. KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
‘NATIONAL TREASURE: BOOK OF SECRETS’
Grade: C+. Director: Jon Turteltaub. Running time: 2 hours 4 minutes. Rating: PG for some
2 bombings kill 19 people in Iraq
Violence acros the country has fallen by about 60 percent in recent months. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — A
Sarkozy, Benedict meet
VATICAN CITY — French President Nicolas Sarkozy met with Pope Benedict XVI on Thursday and said he
Chimaira is having good time
The band will be at the House of Blues for its Christmas show. “Back to basics” is how the
Dawson’s late 10 lead East; Chaney falls to Harding
Hubbard and Newton Falls posted TAC victories. LISBON — Briana Dawson scored 10 of her 14 points
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
‘Charlie Wilson’s War’ tells story of rogue congressman
The little-known lawmaker spearheaded funding for Afghan fighters battling the Soviets in the 1980s.
Agenda Saturday
Beaver Township trustees, 7 a.m., workshop meeting, township administration office, 11999 South
Browns relish Bengals’ fall
Cleveland hopes to clinch a playoff berth with a win in Cincinnati. BEREA — It was 1989, those
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE
WLPct.GB Chicago72.778— Milwaukee73.700 1⁄2 California63.6671 Detroit63.6671 New
Parishioners rise to the challenge of using talents to raise money
The minister gave each adult $50 and told them to find a way to double it. CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio
Reader uses detergent bottles to store his leftover paint
Dear Heloise: After reading the paint storage article, I couldn’t help but wonder how long it would
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Dec. 15 Recovered
Sexism rears its ugly head in election
Opinion: BOSTON — And so we gather to praise the old feminazi hunter himself. Rush Limbaugh has single-
DECORATIVE CANDLES Safety tips
Keep wicks trimmed to 1⁄4 inch. This helps prevent soot, which all types of wax candles can create.
Her insecurity is making it hard for emotional scars to heal
Dear Annie: My divorce will be final in two weeks. For the past 18 months, my two sons and I have
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 7th—Matt’s Blue Lease (Kash)7.804.203.00 Blueridge-Sapphire
“A Home for the Holidays”
(8 p.m., CBS): The ninth annual special highlights adoption stories from around the country and
Ads pulled for being too harsh to many
The ads portray childhood psychiatric disorders as holding children captive. NEW YORK — The
AREA COLLEGES Thursday’s games
MEN Walsh 98, Eastern University 89 HONOLULU, Hawaii — Eder Araujo and Brandon Weems led Walsh
Christman Closings
City offices: Youngstown, Sharon, Warren, Salem, closed Tuesday; Niles, closed Monday and Tuesday;
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Thursday’s games
MEN No. 11 Pittsburgh 65, No. 6 Duke 64, OT NEW YORK — Levance Fields hit a 3-pointer with 4.7
CLUBS
CLUBS X McDonald Parents of Performing Arts will meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the senior citizens
WASHINGTON POST
The second floor of Norris Hall at Virginia Tech, scene of the nation’s deadliest shooting rampage
Lawrence budget reflects savings
Savings of $150,000 to $160,000 are expected on bank fees and liability costs. NEW CASTLE, Pa.
Belichick applauds Dolphins’ 1972 team
Bill Belichick complimented Miami despite Don Shula’s criticism. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Bill
Film succeeds despite flaws
The peripheral characters distract from the main love story. Seeing “P.S. I Love You” is like
Makeshift wedding at jail
CINCINNATI (AP) — One way or another, it’s liable to be a long hitch for an inmate at the Hamilton
Phantoms enjoy break from grind
Mahoning Valley ((18-8-3) has some players who need to heal. BOARDMAN — With 12 days off between
At their meeting Thursday, school officials handled these matters:
At their meeting Thursday, school officials handled these matters: Received an update on
500 parking meters stolen from Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — Thieves have sawed off more than 500 downtown parking meters from their posts this
BASEBALL
American League KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Agreed to terms with LHP Ron Mahay on a two-year contract.
Sequel blends fact with fiction
The film includes a little bit of history as it races along. A tip of the hat to Nicolas Cage.
Judge will consider revoking R. Kelly’s bond
CHICAGO — R. Kelly avoided arrest Thursday by showing up in court, but the judge presiding over his
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games
Wild 6, Rangers 3 ST. PAUL — Marian Gaborik posted the NHL’s first five-goal game in a decade,
Austintown school board takes a break in stalemate
The board had wanted binding arbitration over a stumbling block in getting a contract ratified.
Bowl game season has its roots in loot
If you thought the PGA Tour was greedy for tacking on a few unofficial paydays at the end of the
Maplewood wins for 11-0 record
The Rockets defeated Mathews, 57-40, to improve to 4-0 in the NAC. VIENNA — Maplewood High
Add science to the topics for debate
Opinion: Whether the issue is global warming, embryonic stem-cell research, ballistic missile defense or the
Grimsley accuses four players of using steroids
NEW YORK (AP) — Jose Canseco, Lenny Dykstra, Glenallen Hill and Geronimo Berroa were accused of
A statistical snapshot of a changing nation
Beer consumption has dropped while soft-drink consumption has risen. MILWAUKEE — We crave the
IF YOU GO
What: The eighth annual “Chimaira Christmas” show featuring Chimaira with Terror, Kataklysm and The
2 arrested in robbery of store
The Niles police chief credits his officers and those in Howland with solving the robbery.
Teamsters suspend 2 members
Damage to the local’s image will take years to repair, official says. A Teamsters panel has
‘P.S. I LOVE YOU’
Grade: B- Director: Richard LaGravenese Rating: PG-13 for adult themes, brief nudity. Running
Ex-county worker sentenced
The woman has repaid the stolen money. WARREN — A former county clerk of courts employee tearfully
Suspended backup CB won’t play in BCS game
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State backup cornerback Eugene Clifford will not play in the BCS national
Morehead pleads innocent to felonies
LISBON — Columbiana County Health Commissioner Robert Morehead entered an innocent plea Thursday
Queen Elizabeth makes history with age
Elizabeth is the oldest monarch England has had. LONDON (AP) — Queen Elizabeth II became
Surplus food
Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various commodities 10 a.m. to noon
Artist Chris Yambar to appear at gallery
NILES — Comic book creator and pop artist Chris Yambar of Youngstown will appear at the Art Outreach
Veterans’ pensions to be exempt from tax
FAIRBORN, Ohio (AP) — A bill that would exempt veterans’ military pensions from Ohio income taxes
Playing higher limits requires new strategy
Many players think about competing in higher stakes games. It’s a natural progression as your
Voters get another chance to say ‘yes’
Ten issues rejected by voters in November are on the March ballot. YOUNGSTOWN — “No”
Newton Falls man indicted on 3 counts of life rape of girl, 11
WARREN — A 30-year-old Newton Falls man has been indicted on three counts of life rape involving an
New Orleans officials OK razing of housing
Some opponents of the plan to demolish the public housing clashed with police. NEW ORLEANS (AP) —
AMERICAN CONFERENCE
East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv x-New England14001.0005232327-0-07-0-011-0-03-0-05-0-0
SteelHounds looking for one steady goalie
Experience favors Brad Roberts, who played in 41 games in 2006-2007. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Carolers bring Christmas cheer to North Side neighborhoods
Northside Weed and Seed members sang in the streets. YOUNGSTOWN — Favorite Christmas carol?
Pitt knocks off Duke by a point
Levance Fields had 21 points in the OT victory against the No. 6-ranked Blue Devils. NEW YORK (AP)
Churches mark solstice
The shortest day and longest night may present an emotional challenge for people. Bringing
Toy-buying isn’t what it used to be, some say
Parents and grandparents know what’s on the kids’ wish list: electronics. Playing Santa is a
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Marshall Faulk, a major component of an electric St. Louis Rams offense
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Marshall Faulk, a major component of an electric St. Louis Rams offense dubbed the
Gift cards close to being perfect present
People seem to derive the greatest value from things they’ve chosen themselves. In the
Dispute over big diamond goes on
The case was sent back to Columbiana County Common Pleas Court. LISBON — The 7th District
Man is sentenced for standoff
YOUNGSTOWN — The second of two men arrested after a three-hour police standoff at a South Side fire
College to expand
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Butler County Community College, which has broken ground for a campus in Union
‘Compass’ author not the only one worthy of criticism
Opinion: EDITOR: I sympathize with the letter critical of Philip Pullman, author of “The Golden Compass,”
6 prison workers to face discipline in killer’s escape
The state official said the killer wouldn’t have escaped if prison workers had followed policies.
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Ravens: Rookie quarterback Troy Smith will make his first start Sunday when Baltimore visits the
Forum Health drops sale plans
Forum says its turnaround efforts have been a success. Forum Health has suspended its attempt
Study: Post-surgery options neglected
Most doctors don’t talk about breast reconstruction with women before cancer surgery, depriving them
YSU BASKETBALL Today’s games
MEN YSU (3-6) vs. AKRON (8-2) When: 8 p.m. Where: Rhodes Arena in Akron Radio: WKBN-AM
Picassos, other paintings stolen in Brazil
SAO PAULO, Brazil (AP) — Armed with nothing more than a crow- bar and a car jack, it took thieves
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday:
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: John H. Canty, 49, of Folsom
NBA ROUNDUP Thursday’s other game
Nets 107, Heat 103, OT MIAMI — Vince Carter scored 31 points, Richard Jefferson added 29 and the
Vindy.com News Podcast for December 21, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday December 21, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.