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Stories published December 29, 2007

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Sheriff’s contest shaping up in Columbiana

LISBON — Four local law enforcement officials have announced their candidacy for the Columbiana


Wire stripped from Warren building

WARREN — Copper thieves apparently struck again at a commercial building on McMyler Street


Shenango library strives to maintain services

SHARON, Pa. — Those in charge of the Community Library of the Shenango Valley admit 2007 has been a


Struthers mayor had two full careers

STRUTHERS — “I love this city,” said outgoing Mayor Daniel C. Mamula, looking around his City Hall


Presidential contest gets into high gear

If the Nov. 4 presidential election is the political equivalent of the Super Bowl, then Thursday’s


Mayor, wife to celebrate Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN — While the city has its challenges and problems, Mayor Jay Williams said it also has


Youngstown man stabbed in chest

YOUNGSTOWN — A North Side man was stabbed on Friday night at an apartment complex on Verona Avenue


COURTS

COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony M. Stanko IV, 28, Clearwater, Fla., and


Fashion questions are answered here

Q. How can I get wrinkles out of a cashmere sweater? I’m afraid to use a steamer in case the


Boston College topples MSU, extends bowl streak to eight

Matt Ryan threw three touchdown passes as the Eagles prevailed, 24-21. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Matt


Mexican farmers’ protection ending

MEXICO CITY (AP) — For 15 years, Mexican farmers have feared the day when the last import


Howland holds off Warren JFK rally to win

Nathan Cope scored 27 points as the Tigers built a 20-point lead then escaped with a 60-55 win.


NYC, Chicago killings drop

Killings in Philadelphia fell after reaching a nine-year high in 2006. NEW YORK (AP) — Chicago and


NHL ROUNDUP | Friday’s games

Canadiens 5, Panthers 1 SUNRISE, Fla. — Guillaume Latendresse, Michael Ryder and Christopher


Presidential hopefuls focus their debate on Pakistan turmoil

Hillary Clinton called for an international probe. DES MOINES, Iowa — The presidential campaign


Deaths bring homicide toll in city to 39

‘They shot my son down like a dog,’ the mother of one victim said. YOUNGSTOWN — If only


YSU joins effort to register organ donors

The goal is to get 35,000 new registrants in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. YOUNGSTOWN —


Associated Press

Associated Press HEARTFELT GIFTS: Although they refer to a list for anniversary gift suggestions,


The Vindicator

The Vindicator A SON GONE: Gloria Jones of Sherwood Avenue holds a portrait of her son John M.


Texas’ victory included rare play

The stepson of the Texas coach became part of the game from the sideline. SAN DIEGO (AP) — The


U.S. takes a firm stand against United Nations

Even after all the negative publicity the United Nations has received in recent years, some member


SteelHounds play like Buckeyes in 6-3 victory

Youngstown climbed into a first-place tie with the Mississippi RiverKings. YOUNGSTOWN – On


South Africa’s Zuma ordered to stand trial for corruption lawyer says

Zuma has denied any corruption and has said prosecutors are trying to smear him. JOHANNESBURG,


Canfield closes out a strong December

The Cardinals beat Mooney 55-48 and are 6-1. YOUNGSTOWN — With no returning starters,


MRDD bottom line prompts evaluation

The superintendent says he wasn’t trying to mislead people. LISBON — The Columbiana County


Au revoir to smoking inside French cafes

Au revoir to smoking inside French cafes PARIS — From next week, one of France’s most iconic


‘Craving Intimacy’ sparks flood of responses

Dear Annie: Like “Craving Intimacy in Indiana,” I am married to a man who shows no interest in sex.


17th District candidate withdraws

Republicans don’t have another candidate to run for the congressional seat. WARREN — A problem


Crowds mourn Bhutto; violence wracks Pakistan

Security officials said they found evidence that Islamic extremists had organized the fatal attack.


Paterno leads Penn St. vs. A&M

It’s JoePa’s 500th game as the Nittany Lions’ head coach in the Alamo Bowl tonight. SAN ANTONIO


Making a home for Carolina wrens

Sometimes a simple act can produce significant results. About a year ago I explained how to


City OKs repeal of pay raises

YOUNGSTOWN — City council approved the mayor’s recommendation to repeal pay raises for about 100


South Range mat team is runner-up

ATWATER — South Range High placed second of 10 teams at the Waterloo Invitational wrestling


New-home sales fall to 12-year low point

The housing market is expected to continue to suffer in 2008. WASHINGTON (AP) — The housing market


Bursting bubble guarantees a recession

Opinion: WASHINGTON — In the baseball-and-sex classic “Bull Durham” Susan Sarandon accidentally calls out the


Penguins playing well

Penguins playing well Despite a recent rash of injuries, the Pittsburgh Penguins are closing the


Black lab racks up another case of stuck collar

Dear Heloise: I have been reading your column (and your mother’s) since I was a little girl. In the


“Child Warriors” (6 p.m., History Channel): The youngest victims of the world’s

“Child Warriors” (6 p.m., History Channel): The youngest victims of the world’s conflicts often


List serves as guideline for anniversary gifts

Couples put lots of thought into updating and personalizing anniversary gifts. In the United


Open markets good for U.S.

Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: Between attacking the other party on most issues, some Republican and Democratic


Woman falls in love with hunting

She used to wonder how people could ‘kill those innocent creatures.’ KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Deana


These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted:

These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY


Tournament of Roses Parade carries special meaning for Valley family

Four people are alive because of Dan Gromada Jr.’s organ donation. A CANFIELD HIGH SCHOOL


Teen’s life changes through helping tsunami victims

Getting involved in a fund drive to help tsunami victims has opened other vistas to the teen.


LOCAL TOPICS Sunday programs

“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Time Warner Cable


YSU PREVIEW Today’s game

YSU MEN (3-7) vs. SLIPPERY ROCK (2-8) When: 2:05 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV: WKBN-AM


Thiel appoints coordinator at its new learning center

GREENVILLE, Pa. — Dr. Patricia Kelvin of Poland, a former Vindicator editorial writer, has been


CELEBRATION

CELEBRATION Salem First Night Details about the fourth year of First Night Salem: Each badge


School lets student wear lesbian pride T-shirt

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Bethany Laccone can attend I.C. Norcom High School wearing a T-shirt that depicts


UHS dominates Jeopardy

UHS dominates Jeopardy YOUNGSTOWN — Ursuline High School has been the dominant competitor in


NFL PREVIEW | Tonight’s game

NEW ENGLAND at NEW YORK GIANTS Game time: 8 p.m. TV: (21) (27) (19) (3) (2) (NFL Network) Opening


Perry Twp. police chief files to run for sheriff’s position

LISBON — Another Republican law enforcement official is running for Columbiana County Sheriff.


Pupil supports recycling by selling reusable bags

The middle school pupil wants to eliminate wasting of plastic and paper bags. A lot of people


How will late-night shows change?

What should viewers expect? There’s no telling, some people say. NEW YORK — Jay Leno, Conan


Mahoning Co. joins suit against Wolford

WARREN — The Mahoning County Solid Waste Management District has filed in Trumbull County Common


SRU ‘greening’ programs get grant

The project extends beyond campus into the surrounding community. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. — The


Law would create alert system for the elderly

The effort is similar to the Amber Alert system. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio would create a statewide


Ohio election law quirk has impact on write-in candidates

The write-in deadline is two days before the traditional candidate filing cut-off date.


November brings rise in Mahoning home sales

The number of home sales in Mahoning County last month jumped 32 percent. Mahoning County saw a


Couple faces charges of endangering

YOUNGSTOWN — A South Side couple was arrested on child-endangering charges after police said they


BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA

BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA Canfield 55, Mooney 48 Ursuline 74, Farrell 69 Youngstown


Store seeks public input

The retailer needs a zone change to build a supercenter. CANFIELD — Wal-Mart representatives want


COLUMBIANA COUNTY

COLUMBIANA COUNTY MRDD collections Here are levies the Columbiana County Board of Mental


Washington to play for OSU

COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State confirmed Friday that starting cornerback Donald Washington is practicing


Hubbard officials weigh rate rise

Rates likely won’t be raised till March, a councilman said. HUBBARD — Residents receiving


TOP 25 ROUNDUP Friday’s games

TOP 25 ROUNDUP Friday’s games MEN SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — Chris Warren scored 17 points, Dwayne


U.S. market serving as magnet for Israel

Trade between the countries is rising rapidly. When future surgeons need to practice, some of


Bhutto’s death leaves a vacuum

Opinion: LAHORE, Pakistan — The assassination of Benazir Bhutto has left a huge political vacuum at the heart


Insurance fraud case

Insurance fraud case WARREN — Two Liberty Township residents have been secretly indicted on


NBA ROUNDUP Friday’s games

NBA ROUNDUP Friday’s games Magic 121, Heat 114, OT MIAMI — Even a supreme scoring effort by


EXECUTIONS Recommendations

Documents unsealed Thursday by a Lorain County judge showed that Edwin C. Voorhies Jr., warden of


Weak December likely for auto sales

Auto sales aren’t expected to pick up until at least 2009. DETROIT (AP) — Industry analysts are


PITTSBURGH (AP) — Federal prosecutors have dismissed 43 of 84 criminal counts against former

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Federal prosecutors have dismissed 43 of 84 criminal counts against former


SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Scheduled guests

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Hillary Rodham Clinton,


Will Cincy rhino be New Year’s baby?

CINCINNATI (AP) — Nikki’s baby is late. The Cincinnati Zoo expected Nikki, a 15-year-old Indian


SteelHounds sink Mississippi Riverkings

SteelHounds sink Mississippi Riverkings k YOUNGSTOWN STEELHOUNDS player Chris Richards zooms along


WHAT TO WATCH

WHAT TO WATCH What: The annual Tournament of Roses Parade from Pasadena, Calif. When: Begins at


Experts: Beer industry regaining ground

NEW YORK (AP) — Go ahead — forgo the mixed drinks and bubbly and ring in the new year with a foamy


Bush uses pocket veto on defense bill

The legislation will die at midnight Dec. 31. CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) — President Bush on Friday used


Bodies of 4 men slain in Cincinnati being returned to Mexico

CINCINNATI (AP) — The bodies of four Mexican construction workers who were beaten and stabbed in the


New law limits payday loan businesses

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio (AP) — A new law in the northeast Ohio city of Cuyahoga Falls places a limit on


Ohio University to pay $225K in settlement

ATHENS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio University will pay $225,000 to a former student who said the school


Homicides fall in N.Y., Chicago

NEW YORK (AP) — Chicago and New York are about to close out 2007 with the lowest number of homicides


We’re thriving in this global economy

Opinion: FLINT, Mich. — As the U.S. economy enters its seventh year of economic expansion, many are


Struthers stops Clippers for fourth victory, 78-73

Five ’ Cats scored in double figures to end the Clippers’ eight-game streak. STRUTHERS — Keith


Should teens use makeup?

When it comes to experimenting with flirty mascara and gooey foundation, teens and “tweens”


General: Troops must help boost Iraq’s economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military in Iraq must shift its focus toward helping the government


Macy’s Inc. to close 9 stores; 3 in Ohio

Stores in Akron, Canton and North Randall are closing. CINCINNATI (AP) — Macy’s Inc. will close


World-class fishing is a short drive away

Not so many years ago, back when there were but a handful of outdoor magazines and the Internet was


Gasoline prices rise back to $3 per gallon after oil’s recent rally

Analyst expects gas prices to rise to between $3.50 and $3.75 a gallon. NEW YORK (AP) — Gas prices


Heltzel looks to retain his commissioner’s seat

The commissioner said he again plans to self-fund his campaign. WARREN — Trumbull County


Former candidate drops her bid for new election

The election board will be given the election complaints. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A former county


Brandy won’t be charged in deadly 2006 crash

Brandy won’t be charged in deadly 2006 crash LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles city attorney’s office


Report details how state executes inmates

A judge will consider whether lethal injection is cruel and unusual punishment. CLEVELAND (AP) —


Penguins playing well despite rash of injuries to key players

Pittsburgh has won 11 of 16 games since Nov. 21. PITTSBURGH (AP) — It seems the more Pittsburgh


Boardman girls fall to Oak Ridge (Tenn.), 47-43

The Spartans had the lead against the unbeaten team, but couldn’t hold it. PICKERINGTON — The


Some facts about Nikki, the Cincinnati Zoo’s pregnant Indian rhino:

Some facts about Nikki, the Cincinnati Zoo’s pregnant Indian rhino: Age: 15. Life expectancy 40-


These people were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury:

These people were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Stephen Zuzga, 53, of


Pats go for 16-0 tonight

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — “Spygate” seems long ago for the New England Patriots. They return to


Couple buy back ’Vette they owned in ’80s

COLUMBUS (AP) — It’s a reunion of couple and Corvette in Columbus, where a Maryland husband and wife


Cop who Tasered woman is fired

He was unjustified in using the stun gun on a pregnant woman, the report said. TROTWOOD, Ohio (AP)


Dominion East Ohio announces cost decrease

REGION Dominion East Ohio announces cost decrease CLEVELAND — Dominion East Ohio customers who


Births for 2007-12-29

Area Births


Salem gears up for First Night

People will be able to find almost every type of music. SALEM — The fourth year of First Night


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