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Talks set on Columbiana MRDD levies
Talks set on Columbiana MRDD levies LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners said they didn’t
Niles thoroughfare reopens after waterline break
Niles thoroughfare reopens after waterline break NILES — State Route 46, from Salt Springs Road to
$1M winning lotto ticket sold in Austintown
$1M winning lotto ticket sold in Austintown AUSTINTOWN — One of four winning $1 million lottery
Ohio income tax cut goes into effect Jan. 1
New Year’s Day brings a tax cut for Ohio residents. Withholding rates for state income tax will be
YSU president’s home shot up; investigation under way
YSU president’s home shot up; investigation under way LIBERTY — Youngstown State University
Space heater causes Austintown apartment fire
AUSTINTOWN — A malfunctioning space heater caused Sunday’s fire at the Hillbrook apartments, said
Men’s Garden Club conducts installation , marks 77 years
YOUNGSTOWN — The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown celebrated 77 years of service to the Mahoning
Winners receive awards at Garden Club flower show
YOUNGSTOWN — Dianna Mullins of Nature Lovers Garden Club captured the coveted Best of Show award for
Chaney High School classes of 1947, 1948 and 1949 will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Tuesday at
Chaney High School classes of 1947, 1948 and 1949 will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Molly’s
December near tops in rain, snow
YOUNGSTOWN — This month is one for the weather record books. It was the second snowiest and the
Howland Waffle House robbed
HOWLAND – A masked thief armed with bolt cutters and perhaps a gun got away with nearly $600 from
16-year-olds steal car, get caught
YOUNGSTOWN — A Chevrolet Monte Carlo stolen in Austintown was recovered on South Schenley Avenue
Two Mercer County men accused in robbery
GREENVILLE, Pa. — Two Mercer County men are accused of beating up and holding another man against
Trumbull calendar of events now available
WARREN — The Trumbull County Calendar of Events, which includes listings submitted by local
Area car sales were up in November
New vehicle sales rose slightly in November, compared to November of 2006. Car dealers in
Route 46 closed just south of Niles
MINERAL RIDGE — State Route 46 between Salt Springs Road and the Niles southern corporation limit is
Columbiana commissioners to meet with MRDD superintendent
LISBON — Columbiana County commissioners said this morning that they will meet Wednesday with
The Browns will be the only NFL team with double-digit wins not in the playoffs.
The Browns will be the only NFL team with double-digit wins not in the playoffs. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Poll: Wealthy worry if their kids are spoiled
NATION Poll: Wealthy worry if their kids are spoiled NEW YORK — What keeps the richest among us
Some major data breaches disclosed in 2007
Some major data breaches disclosed in 2007: Discount retailer TJX Cos. reports hackers broke into
After win, JoePa already concerned with 2008
After a 24-17 win over Texas A&M, Joe Paterno is scaling back for several weeks before recruiting.
Recycle live-cut Christmas trees, ODNR says
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) reminds Ohioans that their live-cut
Will undecideds affect Iowa caucus outcome?
One staunch Democrat says Hillary Clinton isn’t electable, so he’s looking at Barack Obama.
Bill Belichick on Patriots’ perfect year: It’s over
The Patriots are 0-0 in the coach’s eyes. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Now what? What’s next for the
Oldest orangutan dies
MIAMI (AP) — A 55-year-old Sumatran orangutan, believed to be the world’s oldest, has died at the
Titans playoff bound
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Kerry Collins spent most of the season waiting for a chance to prove he could
NHL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s games
Rangers 4, Canadiens 3, OT NEW YORK — Brendan Shanahan scored early in overtime to give the
KEEPING UP WITH … How local NFL players fared Sunday
Jeff Wilkins (Fitch/YSU) — Wilkins converted field goals from 37 and 42 yards, and an extra point in
Amish taxis targeted
Amish taxis targeted LUTHERSBURG, Pa. (AP) — The state Public Utility Commission is cracking down
Body found In Warren Twp.
Body found In Warren Twp. WARREN TOWNSHIP — Authorities were releasing few details Sunday night
Slaton not ready for decision
PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. (AP) — Running back Steve Slaton knows he’ll be playing at least one more
Dolphins lose, end 1-15, exit out the back door
After Sunday’s 38-25 victory, Cincinnati, which finished 7-9, may be need some changes, too. MIAMI
Kenya re-elects president
Kenya re-elects president NAIROBI, Kenya — President Mwai Kibaki was declared the winner Sunday of
ATLANTA (AP) — Rain fell in the city for a fourth consecutive day Sunday, assuring that 2007
ATLANTA (AP) — Rain fell in the city for a fourth consecutive day Sunday, assuring that 2007 would
Study: Young adults biggest users of public libraries
NEW YORK (AP) — Young adults are the heaviest users of public libraries despite the ease with which
Steelers achieve objectives
Baltimore (5-11) earned its first victory since Oct. 14 to end a nine-game losing streak.
Poland village starts planning for summer
A parade and fireworks are planned for June 27. POLAND — Christmas trees remain standing and
Options abound on TV for celebrations tonight
Some familiar names and some not so familiar are fronting some televised festivities. Never
Boardman ends holiday tournament with victory
PICKERINGTON — Louisville (Ky.) Mercy went on a 15-0 run to start the third quarter, but Boardman
Pastor on state panel
The new vice chairman is affiliated with numerous organizations. COLUMBUS — The Rev. Willie F.
“Why should foreign troops come in? We can take care of this, I can take care of this, you can
Opinion: “Why should foreign troops come in? We can take care of this, I can take care of this, you can take
Court TV evolves, becomes truTV
The network is shedding an established brand for the unknown. NEW YORK — Court TV, R.I.P.
Military call-up is biggest since WWII Austintown group is among Ohio units
The brigade includes members from an Austintown-based unit. COLUMBUS — The U.S. military is
Trumbull County had $2.5 million this year to spend on senior services because of passage of the
Trumbull County had $2.5 million this year to spend on senior services because of passage of the
ABUSE LAWS Pooch proposals
Animal advocates hope dogfighting and puppy mill scandals will breed tougher animal abuse laws. Here
Youngstown ministry group to hit the road with anti-violence message
The group is looking for singers, mimes, dancers and others to join the tour, which begins Saturday
Grove City 10 points short at Marietta
MARIETTA — Grove City had four players reach double figures and the Wolverines committed just five
This year, bubbly is booming
Expect a shortage of champagne next year as demand grows. This year more than ever, champagne
Is homicide toll high enough to spur concerted action?
The year began on a frightening violent note in Youngstown, and events have borne out our prediction
College standouts
College standouts Boardman graduate Amber Bland scored 23 points for North Carolina A&T against
Bhutto’s son, 19, to assume opposition party leadership
The graduate student is unknown in Pakistan. KARACHI, Pakistan — It had to be a Bhutto,
States look to stiffen animal abuse laws
Changes also are sought on the federal level. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Animal advocates around the
Need for political redemption drove Bhutto
Opinion: I interviewed Benazir Bhutto a month before she returned to Pakistan in October after almost 10
Inexcusable deeds of J. Edgar Hoover
Opinion: You probably had to grow up in the 1950s or earlier to know deep in your bones just how radically
Resolving to get fit in 2008
The new year is a good time to ‘kick yourself in the butt,’ one woman said. WARREN — The idea
Contracts for Trumbull senior services to be extended
The commissioners will probably look at expanding the number of senior centers. WARREN —
In a survey, 65 percent of executives said they prefer to receive e-mail over other forms of
In a survey, 65 percent of executives said they prefer to receive e-mail over other forms of
A wish for the bubble to burst in India
Opinion: My list of my top 10 foreign policy wishes for 2008 is presented in reverse order of urgency: U10.
She keeps track of DVD TV shows they’ve watched
Dear Heloise: We have recently been buying DVDs of TV shows. I type up separate sheets for each so I
Valley companies gear up to fill truck driver shortage
A study predicted it, companies expected it and now it’s happening: A steep decline in people
More on Horizon for 2008
The second season officially begins for the Youngstown State basketball teams Thursday night and
Dems’ takeover of 4 state offices chosen Ohio’s top story
Gov. Strickland’s first veto was later overturned by the Ohio Supreme Court. Democrats wresting
Candidates end year courting caucus voters
There’s no clear front- runner in either party. DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Mike Huckabee says John
Best Bets on TV Tonight
“The Big Bang Theory” (8:30 p.m., CBS): If you haven’t checked out “The Big Bang Theory,” you’re
Annie’s Mailbox Boyfriend abuses her teenage sister
Dear Annie: My teenage sister, “Jana,” is in an abusive relationship, and my family does not know
Record U.S. troop toll in ’07 was price for progress in Iraq
American military deaths peaked in May. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — The second half of 2007 saw violence
OHIO’S TOP 2007 STORIES Associated Press choices
Here are the top 10 stories in Ohio in 2007, as chosen by Associated Press member newspaper editors
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
MEN No. 1 North Carolina 90, Valparaiso 58 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Danny Green matched his career-
Using more flash to pitch drugs
Drug makers are using online tools to reduce sales calls at doctors’ offices. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Ohio St. upset by Spartans, 60-53
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan State rebounded from its worst loss this season by treating
NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AFC Texans 42, Jaguars 28 HOUSTON — Andre’ Davis returned two kickoffs for touchdowns, helping
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA Poland 82, Boardman 80 Chaney 64, Fitch 62 East
NBA ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
Trail Blazers 97, 76ers 72 PORTLAND, Ore. — Brandon Roy scored 22 points and Portland rallied to
Mountaineer QB upbeat for Fiesta
West Virginia faces No. 3 Oklahoma Wednesday. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — West Virginia quarterback
East Liverpool man’s body found in Pa. pond
East Liverpool man’s body found in Pa. pond DARLINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Authorities found the body
Zitnik remembered as caring person
An old friend recalls the late bowling proprietor in his teenage years. HUBBARD — Most people
Homespun Houchens grows with simplicity
A small-town Kentucky company is one of the largest employee-owned firms. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP)
Bewildered about batteries? Here’s a guide to care, types
The batteries of today are designed for different types of jobs. DETROIT — Nearly every gift
Anti-Israel screed is without foundation
Opinion: In this holiday season, there are journalistic conventions one comes to expect: stories lamenting
Death anniversary of Saddam passes quietly
BAGHDAD, Iraq — Hundreds of mourners visited the tomb of Saddam Hussein on Sunday to light candles
Championship ticket unexpected scenario
COLUMBUS (AP) — This wasn’t the way the season was supposed to go for Ohio State. The offense was
Penns to divorce
Penns to divorce SAN RAFAEL, Calif. — Robin Wright Penn has filed for divorce from Sean Penn after
Data thefts set record, prompt ’08 warnings
BOSTON (AP) — The loss or theft of personal data such as credit card and Social Security numbers
Vindy.com News Podcast for December 31, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday December 31, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.