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Vindy.com for December 22, 2007
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Toddlers play with dead cat; mom charged with child endangering
Toddlers play with dead cat; mom charged with child endangering YOUNGSTOWN — Police charged a
BCI will investigate shooting by Trumbull deputy
BCI will investigate shooting by Trumbull deputy MECCA — The state will investigate the shooting
Family keeps alive memory of son, brother, killed in Vietnam
Family keeps alive memory of son, brother, killed in Vietnam BOARDMAN — Words written by a
CareerLink in Mercer County closed for the holidays
CareerLink in Mercer County closed for the holidays SHARON, Pa. — The Pennsylvania CareerLink
‘Clash of the Choirs’ singer has tour set in ’08
‘Clash of the Choirs’ singer has tour set in ’08 BOARDMAN — It looks like 2008 will prove to be a
Painting of Nativity has a special aura to it
A long-lost painting of the Nativity, which illuminates under black light, was found in the church
Bishop Murry appoints 2 priests to new assignments in the Valley
YOUNGSTOWN — Bishop George V. Murry has appointed two priests to new assignments, effective today.
Israel confirms appointment of Greek Orthodox Patriarch
JERUSALEM (AP) — More than two years after he was sworn in as the Greek Orthodox Patriarch in the
Reform Jewish leader stresses Muslim dialogue
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The head of the largest branch of American Judaism is urging members of the
Project promotes compassion over conspicuous consumption
Research shows that those who give live longer. BILOXI, Miss — In just a few days, Christmas
Live Nativity acts out message
The production is gift to the community from the church, the pastor said. YOUNGSTOWN — Would
CHRISTMAS SERVICES \ In the area
The Vindicator has compiled a listing of area services for Christmas Eve on Monday, Christmas Day on
Birth of Jesus is promise of peace
This is the season of joy and peace, yet sadly there are many people who are feeling hopeless, weary
Celebrating God’s gift to the whole world
Christmas Day. This earth went through thousands of years of preparation for the celebration of the
Special presentations
Special presentations CAMPBELL — Christ Community Church, 531 Neoka Drive, will present “A
“And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him
“And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Evangelical struggles to settle on a Republican presidential
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Evangelical struggles to settle on a Republican presidential candidate led
Ohio’s jobless rate drops to 5.9 percent
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s unemployment rate was 5.6 percent in November, down from 5.9 percent in
Judge rejects defense motion
Prosecutors deny withholding evidence or misleading the public. CANTON (AP) — A judge on Friday
Sebring wins at McDonald
McDonald had several chances to take the lead or tie in the final minute. McDONALD — Sebring
Elections deputy to resign
The deputy director will leave after the primary election next year. LISBON — The Columbiana
SUET Recipe
This recipe comes from friend and Alabama birder Martha Sargent. It is a “No-melt, All-season Peanut
REGION
REGION Board officers elected for Better Business Bureau YOUNGSTOWN — Keith Downard was elected
Lawrence housing panel weighs using outside agency for help
HUD will not pass the authority’s 2008 budget without some outside intervention. NEW CASTLE,
Man gets maximum term for child endangerment
The girl’s mother will be sentenced Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — A man convicted by a jury last week of
Columbiana’s balance too much for Palestine
Josh Weikart scored 21 points to lead the Clippers, 74-63. COLUMBIANA — Expecting East
GM to recall 313,000 vehicles
WASHINGTON (AP) — General Motors Corp. said Friday it was recalling about 313,000 passenger cars and
Browns’ Phil Dawson blue over Hawaii
BEREA — Didn’t they see how he kicked in the snow against Buffalo? Wouldn’t this have been the
Cuyahoga County will use new voting system in primary
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s chief elections officer decided Friday to have the state’s most populous
YSU rolls past Zips, 74-56
Penguins junior Tiarra Scott scored 25 points and pulled down 21 rebounds. AKRON — There was
LOCAL TOPICS Sunday news show
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable channel 15
OSU development officer chosen
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State University, anticipating a multibillion-dollar fundraising campaign, has
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The Bass Family writes a year-end letter
Dear Friends, What a year! Hope our annual Christmas letter finds you all healthy, happy and full
Quads meet quads at Ohio hospital
OREGON, Ohio (AP) — Newborn quadruplets and their parents got a send-off from the hospital from
Judge OKs settlement in boy’s drowning
Parents have an obligation to keep their children out of flooded streets, a city official says.
More families need help, agencies say
Some food banks say they’re running short. CHICAGO (AP) — A Salvation Army shelter in a well-to-do
Rte. 11 lanes to reopen Sunday
The guardrail was damaged and a load of plastic pellets spilled onto the road. VIENNA — The
Juvenile offenders denied legal aid, advocates say
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s juvenile prison system is denying young offenders the legal aid they’ve been
Lakeview pulls away for victory
The Bulldogs used a 22-6 run late to topple Champion. CORTLAND — The final boys basketball
Canfield prevails against Howland
Sophomore Jillian Halfhill played a key role in the 48-41 MAC victory. CANFIELD — Howland
Shiite leader: Sunni help is key in extremist battles
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Former Sunni insurgents — wearing masks and wailing in grief — joined a funeral
Supplier: Hib vaccine should last through June
Doctors are told they likely will see sporadic shortages of the baby vaccine. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) —
Christmas legal disputes abound
WASHINGTON — It’s the holidays, a busy time for Santa and shoppers. And lawyers. Attorneys who
Oldest known WWI vet dies in Ohio at age 109
Only two World War I veterans are left in the U.S. TOLEDO (AP) — J. Russell Coffey, the oldest
Glamour in nursing homes
The organization has grown to include 50 chapters in seven states. POLAND — It’s community
LOCAL
LOCAL Prep hockey report GARFIELD — The Canfield hockey team snapped a five-game losing streak
Holiday kindness spreads at coffeeshop
MARYSVILLE, Wash. (AP) — One woman’s kindness to a fellow Starbucks patron resulted in more than a
Vandals burn unlocked cars, camper body on Salem streets
SALEM — Salem Police Detective David Talbert is advising people to take the time to do something
Steelers vow to stay the course minus Parker
Pittsburgh needs a win in Baltimore or a Cleveland loss to clinch the AFC North title. PITTSBURGH
YSU loses in Akron
The Penguins pulled within 10 points, then had turnovers and missed shots. AKRON — Things
3 arrested in robbery at Wal-Mart
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police have arrested three people in a robbery at the Union
Girl’s gift aims to spread joy
The family found the best care for 6-year-old Katie at the burn unit. AUSTINTOWN — Katie Rein
Analog wireless nears the end
OnStar and home alarm users may have problems when analog service ends. NEW YORK (AP) — When Adele
Clutch baskets give Mooney victory over Ursuline, 54-51
Both the Cardinals and Irish stand at 3-2. YOUNGSTOWN — Cardinal Mooney High coach Steve
Gates notes progress in wars
He’s cautious but optimistic about plans to reduce troop levels. WASHINGTON (AP) — In a year
Stocks rise on Research in Motion profit increase
The NYSE set a record for volume in the first half hour of trading. NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks jumped
Springfield wins, 70-67, at M. Ridge
MINERAL RIDGE — Nate Schuler scored 16 points and pulled down six rebounds Friday to lead the
Columbiana girls use late run to stop Bulldogs
COLUMBIANA — Katie Douglas and Courtney Karrigan shared 24 points in leading the Columbiana High
Judge does not revoke bond for R. Kelly
Judge does not revoke bond for R. Kelly CHICAGO — R. Kelly avoided having his bond revoked Friday
Gov. Strickland criticizes Bush for rejecting children’s insurance plan
Sherrod Brown was also critical of the president. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland blasted
A Christmas poem for feathered friends
Every December I get requests for copies of a Christmas poem I wrote a few years ago and the
Liberty house fire causes extensive damage
Liberty house fire causes extensive damage LIBERTY — Firefighters from five departments assisted
‘IN GOD’S NAME’
Religious leaders spotlighted in ‘In God’s Name’: Alexei II, leader, Russian Orthodox Church.
NFL PREVIEW Tonight’s game
Cowboys (12-2) at Panthers (6-8) Time: 8:15 p.m. TV: NFL Network. Opening line: Cowboys by 13.
McClatchy Tribune
McClatchy Tribune RINGING IN THE HOLIDAYS: Jim Anderson rehearses with fellow members of the
Canfield uses quickness to drop Howland, 64-51
Senior John Manzoian flirted with a triple-double to lead the Cardinals. CANFIELD — Canfield
Preventable infant deaths
Opinion: Scripps Howard: In the United States each year there are 4,000 unexpected and — until now —
‘Devil’ aims for tragedy on an impossible scale
As a character drama, the film is interesting. “Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead” begins
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Former New York Mayor Rudy
2 men are sold on duck hunting
One of the young men was guiding hunters when he was 18. SUNSET, Texas — It’s not easy being a
LSU’s Miles pleased Pelini still on board
Nebraska’s new coach has unfinished business for the Tigers. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Before new
Gifts for co-workers should be thoughtful as well as businesslike
Personal items are seldom appropriate, and fruitcakes are seldom appreciated. Most co-workers
COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Roy F. Beachum, 59, of 444 Crandall Ave., Youngstown,
Fifty in Pakistan die in suicide blast
More than 1,000 people were inside the mosque. CHARSADDA, Pakistan — At least 50 people were
Intermarry and have a merry Christmas
Opinion: It’s hard to imagine a cozier holiday scene than the whole family gathered together to trim the
‘BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOUR DEAD’
‘BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOUR DEAD’ Grade: C Director: Sidney Lumet Rating: R for a scene of
A better way to fight drunk driving
Opinion: When most of us think of the holidays, we think of gathering together in the company of friends and
King’s pardon of rape victim in Saudi Arabia unimpressive
“Because of the barbaric crime committed against the woman, and because erring in pardon is better
The filmmakers spoke to spiritual leaders about their respective religions.
The filmmakers spoke to spiritual leaders about their respective religions. NEW YORK — “In
FRIDAY’S RESULTS
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES East 62, St. Thomas Aquinas 59 Canton GlenOak
Best Best on TV Tonight
“The True Story of Charlie Wilson” (8 p.m., History Channel): Just in time for the feature film
Substitute choir member chimes in about the joy of handbell ringing
Ringing handbells requires skill, humor and, ideally, three hands. TACOMA, Wash. — I’ve
Make plans for care of pets during an emergency
Dear Heloise: Can you please, please, help? I am sometimes called to feed the pets of people who
Consumer safety bill put aside until ’08
Toys manufactured next year likely won’t be affected by any changes. WASHINGTON — After a year
Crying? No, it’s something in my eye
Opinion: If you ask women to name their all-time tearjerker movies, they’ll likely bring up films whose very
Donated toys bring smile to tots’ faces
The fire lieutenant asked for toy firetrucks for his 60th birthday. YOUNGSTOWN — Squealing
‘DUMB AS DILLON’
‘DUMB AS DILLON’ Chorus Here’s the chorus to the song written about three local people accused
Barry Bonds saga selected as Story of the Year
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Barry Bonds got what he wanted. So did the feds. What should have been a year
It’s for a good cause now Crime prompts song for research
The song has been getting some local radio play. LIBERTY — A trio of local musicians turned
Man gets 97 years for robbery, firing at police from car
The shooter showed ‘no regard for human life,’ prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — A 97-year
Courthouse closing
Courthouse closing YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners’ office and the county
Weak sales worry retailers
Women’s apparel has been the biggest disappointment for retailers. NEW YORK (AP) — With just a few
Judge appears wary in CIA tape case
This is the first time the administration has been forced into court in the matter. WASHINGTON
Former deputy files to run for sheriff’s office
Republicans still plan to endorse one or more candidates for sheriff. LISBON — A veteran law
Don’t know what to tip? Here are some guidelines
Higher tipping should be factored into total cost during the holidays, experts say. YOUNGSTOWN
Investment fund considers Merrill
Middle East and Asian funds are investing heavily in U.S. investment banks. NEW YORK (AP) —
Heavyweight Minto fights for WBA regional crown
YOUNGSTOWN — Brian “The Beast” Minto will fight Byron Polley for the WBA regional heavyweight title
Braving 224? Take a deep breath ...
Last-minute shopping has police expecting long lines of cars. BOARDMAN — Anyone who’s driven
Layoff doesn’t hamper Phantoms
BOARDMAN — After a 13-day layoff, the Mahoning Valley Phantoms were anything but rusty Friday
LIVE NATIVITY Production details
What: The production, “The Nativity — A Night in Bethlehem,” will feature costumed characters,
Girard has surplus but faces uncertainty
The city still may face some challenges. GIRARD — City officials are happy to start the coming
Special holiday items require special care
Helpful hints take the stress out of cleaning and storing treasured items. Some of us rarely
NHL ROUNDUP Friday’s games
Islanders 4, Penguins 2 PITTSBURGH — Blake Comeau scored his first career goal to give the
Nuns continue in study after death
The nuns’ brains will be studied in a continuation of Alzheimer’s research. WILTON, Conn. (AP) —
FDA issues 2nd warning about painkiller patch
Improper use of the patch, which contains a powerful narcotic, can lead to overdosing. WASHINGTON
hLesbian’s T-shirt stirs concern, draws in ACLU
hLesbian’s T-shirt stirs concern, draws in ACLU RICHMOND, Va. — A lesbian high school student says
Proper care of Mom should be primary concern
Dear Annie: My sister is the caregiver for my mother, who lives in Florida. I live in Illinois and
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