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Innocent plea in Austintown cruiser crash
YOUNGSTOWN — The Girard woman accused of rear-ending an Austintown police cruiser, causing its
Auditions: Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Gypsy.” G.B. Community Theater, Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula.
Two involved in Liberty heist now in Okla. facility
YOUNGSTOWN — Two of the three people charged in the $7.4 million robbery of AT Systems, an armored
Deadly weekend on Ohio highways
COLUMBUS — Ten people died on Ohio roads over the Christmas holiday weekend, two more than in 2006,
Ohio Supreme Court justice to swear-in Salem city officials
Ohio Supreme Court justice to swear-in Salem city officials SALEM — Justice Robert R. Cupp of the
Robbery foiled on Christmas Day
Robbery foiled on Christmas Day YOUNGSTOWN — A 35-year-old Kenmore Avenue man admitted to police
Teen threatens mom with knives
Teen threatens mom with knives YOUNGSTOWN — A 14-year-old boy whose mother told police he
Man commits suicide at Hermitage hotel
Man’s commits suicide at Hermitage hotel HERMITAGE, Pa. — The death of a Beaver County man found
Campbell man assaulted in his apartment
Campbell man assaulted in his apartment CAMPBELL — Police are searching for the man who left two
Local food sales
THURSDAY Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, Poland, will have take-out
Christmas fires keep firefighters busy
Christmas fires keep firefighters busy YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters responded to three fires on the
Purdue, Central Michigan clash
Both teams employ the spread-offense attack that has belied the skeptics. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP)
Computer engineers blind to reality
Opinion: When I bought one of these small, cheap, old-fashioned cathode-ray TV sets on sale to watch while
Mahoning Valley Hospital’s loss would hurt area
Opinion: Mahoning Valley Hospital’s loss would hurt area EDITOR: It was very disheartening to hear that
Season’s beatings: Cavs hot, Heat not
LeBron James was elbowed in the face by Shaq, but led the Cavaliers past the Heat, 96-82.
Husband’s in a fog, and she’s fed up
Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for 20 years. He’s had several health problems during
Iraqi Christians observe Christmas with security
Iraq has had much less violence in the last few months. BAGHDAD (AP) — Thousands of Iraqi
Candidates back on campaign trail in Iowa
The early vote in Iowa has pushed the campaign into the holiday season. DES MOINES, Iowa — After
Critics: New road will add to pollution
Avon’s population has jumped from about 7,000 to more than 17,000 in a decade. CLEVELAND (AP) — A
Winter-weather driving Experts say to take time to adjust to snow, follow rules of the road
Driving habits must change with the weather. As sure as the night follows the day, some
Girl Scout plans to build skateboarding park
The teen hopes to open the Lawrence County skateboard park in the spring. NEW CASTLE Pa. — A
FEELING THE HEAT: Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) loses the ball under pressure from Cavaliers forwards
FEELING THE HEAT: Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) loses the ball under pressure from Cavaliers forwards
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 21.84 .05 Avalon Holdings,5.85—.06 Clear
Ideas for after-Christmas gifts
Still need gift ideas? How about those that build wealth. One of the best gifts you can give
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard L. Robinson, 50, Ypsilanti, Mich., and Beverly W.
Operators of small care homes feel stress of increased scrutiny
Pennsylvania has stepped up enforcement of rules. STATE LINE, Pa. (AP) — Diane Clippinger has
Cheating dilutes accomplishments
The 2007 sports year was more about breaking rules than breaking records. 2007 was a lousy
WINTER DRIVING
WINTER DRIVING Emergency kit Here are a some items that should be packed for winter driving:
Tax-plan strategy has year-end tips
Some tax breaks are fading away as the year ends. WALNUT CREEK, Calif. — Think of the nation’s
When the winter break blues set in, try something from this list.
When the winter break blues set in, try something from this list. YOUNGSTOWN — Christmas
Man in Santa drag outfit arrested on DUI charges
Man in Santa drag outfit arrested on DUI charges LOS ANGELES — Some gifts from Kris Kringle are
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: DEC. 20 Theft: A woman’s wallet was stolen
Colts prefer Patriots’ shadow
Indianapolis seems to perform better when viewed as a second-class team. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The
Ross and Scorsese among Kennedy Center honorees
WASHINGTON — George Stevens Jr. knew he created something special in 1978 when he saw the audience
Various political action groups plan attack ads
Independent groups must file reports if they spend more than $1,000. WASHINGTON — The upbeat
Tight end evolution has turned into NFL revolution
Players like Browns TE Kellen Winslow Jr. have redefined the position. IRVING, Texas (AP) — Before
Guitar has self-tuning technology
The guitar tunes itself using motors to adjust the tuning pegs. TOKYO (AP) — Musicians of the
Veterans find job search difficult
Veterans often struggle with entering the civilian job market. FORT RILEY, Kan. (AP) — Brian
In holiday spirits, premium booze can go over the top
Trying out these high-priced liquors just requires a trip to the local store. And a wad of cash.
Now, you can plunge into lower-calorie dips
This season is party time, and tempting foods are at every turn. Dips are popular fare, but many
Associated Press
Associated Press CHRISTMAS BLESSING: Pope Benedict XVI delivers his blessing from the velvet-
Breakfast for heroes
Breakfast for heroes BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross will host its fifth
Time-traveling TIDBITS
Four classic nibbles enter the 21st century, but you can ... party like it’s 1967! Nothing
‘Person of the Year’ is a myth
Opinion: So Time magazine is the latest to swoon at Vladimir Putin’s “steely confidence and strength,” his
Good start on air congestion
Opinion: Good start on air congestion Washington Post: If Santa and his reindeer flew through the New
Pa. leaders fail to enact big government reforms in ’07
Current and former lawmakers were charged with crimes this year. HARRISBURG (AP) — For a year that
Ohio’s historical marker program notes half-century
The first state historical marker went up in 1957 in Akron. They tell about the Wright
A can-do Internet user checks shelf life
Dear Heloise: I read your column about comments on canned foods that might have been in the pantry
Forum Health Women & Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & Infants Pavilion Jamie and Marlo MIller, Boardman, girl, Dec. 25. Roger and
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Hubbard Township trustees special meeting with township fiscal officer, 7 p.m.,
New York town allows seniors to work off their property taxes
The town has the nation’s third-highest homeowner property taxes. GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — Audrey
Massive, costly Big Dig project finally ending
On Monday the family of the woman killed by falling concrete agreed to a $6 million settlement.
Tomlin is having a first season similar to Cowher’s
The Steelers’ coach is following a similar path made by his predecessor. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
No parity in NFL: good, bad teams
The notion of parity is shelved by all of the winning and losing streaks. It’s time to blitz the
Wexler’s Web site: Impeach Cheney
Rep. Kucinich called for Cheney’s impeachment earlier this year. WASHINGTON — Rep. Robert
Prayer, reconciliation, hope mingle on holiday
Even soldiers in Afghanistan found a little peace. ROME (AP) — As the faithful marked Christmas
Need for reconciliation
Need for reconciliation YOUSSIFIYAH, Iraq — A top U.S. commander warned Tuesday that Sunnis who
Honor principles of Kwanzaa this week and all year
Honor principles of Kwanzaa this week and all year The Mahoning Valley will join the rest of the
Many legislators get tax deductions with ‘skeleton’ sessions
In 2006, the deduction for House members was $44,773, and for senators, $49,775. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Experts offer hints to help women get the hang of wearing pendants
A bold pendant is the perfect piece of jewelry to liven a plain tank top or a flowery sundress. We
Trucking’s share of the nation’s freight pool is expected to rise from 69 percent to 70
Trucking’s share of the nation’s freight pool is expected to rise from 69 percent to 70 percent by
NATION
NATION Humor in the workplace NEW YORK — For a more productive office, forget glaring bosses and
Scripps Howard
Scripps Howard WELL MIXED: Traditional menswear fabrics and patterns have been combined with
Menswear is given a feminine touch
Boy-meets-girl styles feature playful mix of tough sweetness. This season, feel free to borrow a
“Funniest Commercials of the Year: 2007” (9 p.m., TBS): Yes, we know that all of you DVR
“Funniest Commercials of the Year: 2007” (9 p.m., TBS): Yes, we know that all of you DVR owners love
YSU trustees OK land swap
Groundbreaking for the new college of business building is set for next fall. YOUNGSTOWN — The
‘The people’ have choices to make
Opinion: We Americans must love our economic and cultural cycles because we go through them with an eerie
Tomlinson, Chargers improve positions in win over Broncos
LaDainian Tomlinson neared the rushing title, the Chargers the No. 3 seed. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Don’t
THURSDAY
THURSDAY X Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, Poland, will have take-out
Toyota hopes to be No. 1
Toyota’s main strengths are small, fuel-efficient models. NAGOYA, Japan (AP) — Toyota plans to
Christmas tree recycling set up
YOUNGSTOWN — Christmas trees, wrapping paper and greeting cards may be recycled in multiple
Margera clears hurdle in plan to open theater
Margera clears hurdle in plan to open theater WEST CHESTER, Pa. — Bam Margera is a step closer to
Fuel economy rules to make cars lighter
Car costs are expected to rise but so will fuel savings. WASHINGTON (AP) —The energy bill
Bush extended family celebrates at Camp David
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush brought his extended family together for a Christmas celebration at
UPMC cancer units lauded
FARRELL, Pa. — The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons has granted three-year
“The war is far from over. And we must protect and build on the gains earned with the blood of
Opinion: “The war is far from over. And we must protect and build on the gains earned with the blood of our
The best advice for driving in bad weather is not to drive at all. If you must drive, try to wait
The best advice for driving in bad weather is not to drive at all. If you must drive, try to wait
SKATE VILLAGE
SKATE VILLAGE Details Information on the Skate Village skateboard park. Planned location:
More families enjoy skating at Courthouse Park
The rink opens at either 10 a.m. or noon through Jan. 6. WARREN — Daytime and holiday hours
One day it will add up to real money
Opinion: Everybody knows Uncle Sam is running in the red and has been for a long time. Still, it’s a shock to
15 killed, more than 100 missing in Nepal footbridge collapse
KATMANDU, Nepal (AP) — A steel footbridge collapsed Tuesday in western Nepal under the weight of
Holiday sales reports mixed
NEW YORK (AP) — Early holiday sales reports are weak, with Target Corp., the nation’s No.2 retailer,
AP File Photo; Nov. 11, 2005
AP File Photo; Nov. 11, 2005 DUET: Dolly Parton shares the microphone with her brother, Randy,
City ends Parton music venture City documents misspent funds
Being the brother of a big star didn’t guarantee success. ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (AP) — The future
McGee eyes potential terrorists
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) — After more than a decade in counter-terrorism, Jim McGee can no longer
‘Happiness to people who need it at Christmas’
Both Christmas dinners have become annual events. YOUNGSTOWN — With the holidays being touted
Vet dies after return from WWII reunion ballgame
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A Navy World War II veteran died, one day after returning home from a
Bryant, Bynum are 1-2 punch for Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant asked to be traded last spring in part because he wanted to play for
Painful return for OSU tackle
Nader Abdallah left New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. COLUMBUS (AP) — When the Ohio State
Area standouts
Area standouts The Quad County Football Coaches Association team and the all-district soccer