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Moohead and us -- made for each other
<div class="entry">Dah-da-daaaa! Moohead Radio's debut on Vindy.com has arrived, giving the
Beware of bumps in lines
AUSTINTOWN — A woman was the victim of pickpockets working together at the Pilot on North
Trumbull County indictments
A Trumbull County grand jury has indicted these people, who will be arraigned at 11 a.m. Friday
Unions to be briefed on tentative pact
WARREN — Trumbull County workers covered under contracts for three unions will meet Wednesday
18-year director resigns under cloud
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The executive director of the Lawrence County Housing Authority resigned
Pa. high court will hear local racing appeals
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has agreed to hear appeals filed by the chief
Land bank could offer space for gardens, additions
NILES — City officials are looking at creating a land bank to put vacant lots back into use.
Jeweled Jumpers and other flights of fancy
BOARDMAN — Seventh-grader Emily Schueller depicted grasshoppers as a sea of colorful jewels.
Parents and kids to blame, residents say
GIRARD — Most residents asked about teen drinking concerns and drug arrests here said
Former Youngstowner gets a top state post
YOUNGSTOWN — Gov. Ted Strickland appointed a former Youngstown resident to serve as director
Wilson names Columbiana's Johnson as top local aide
CANFIELD — U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson named Dennis Johnson, chairman of the Columbiana County
Biros gets death reprieve until March
Gov. Ted Strickland today issued a reprieve of Tuesday’s scheduled execution of Kenneth Biros
Former Liberty woman admits embezzlement
WARREN — A former Liberty woman has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $100,000 from her
First witnesses testify in Beshara trial
YOUNGSTOWN — As he was preparing to go to church, Andy Leone was startled by the squealing of
Are Youngstown teaching staff cuts coming?
YOUNGSTOWN — The chairman of a fiscal oversight commission helping the Youngstown City Schools
Ex-U.S. Rep. Ney sentenced to prison
<span id="_oneup" style="font-size: 13px">WASHINGTON (AP) _ Former Rep. Bob Ney was sentenced
No. 5 Ohio State rolls to 16th victory
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Jessica Davenport scored 16 points and Brandie Hoskins had 15, leading No. 5
Smith's eight 3-point goals set Lisbon record in 71-52 win
Emily Smith broke teammate Erica Sims' school record of seven 3-point goals that was set last week.
THURSDAY'S RESULTS
THURSDAY'S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Mooney 70, Chaney 23 Rayen 83, Wilson 23
Notebook helped on moving day
Dear Heloise: I had to move last year from a large house to a smaller one and do it myself, with the
HIGH FIVE
high five Top five by sales this week film 1. "Stomp the Yard," Sony Screen Gems. 2. "Night
Fire destroys home
Fire destroys home WARREN -- Fire officials are investigating the cause of a blaze that destroyed
Folk singer Dement does it her way
The artist offers an explanation for why she does what she does. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens room at the
Group to become separate
Warren GROWs' first efforts to become a Main Street community were rejected. BY AMANDA GARRETT
2005 audit finds many problems
The state audit doesn't include any findings for recovery. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER
Abortion foes aren't giving up the fight
Opinion: BOSTON -- Do you worry that things are getting too touchy-feely on the home front? Are you afraid
Nadal struggles, but pulls out win
He was even hit once in his second round match with Philipp Kohlschreiber. MELBOURNE, Australia
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brian D. Schiele, 29, of 7938 Akron-Canfield Road, Canfield,
Taking stock of grunge
A Kurt Cobain biography that teens can enjoy looks at more than just the man. By DOUG ESSER
Step taken to locate cell callers
Origins of 911 cell phone calls will be pinpointed by the end of the year. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. POSSIBLE LOTTERY WINNER: The
Bruins upend Penguins with 5-4 shootout win
Phil Kessel scored the winner as the Bruins got their third win in 10 games. BOSTON (AP) -- Phil
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.34 --.41 Avalon Holdings,7.38.07 Clear
Bucs acquire Adam LaRoche from Braves
The deal isn't final, but the 27-year-old power hitter is expected to join the team. PITTSBURGH
MAN PLEADS INNOCENT
Man pleads innocent ST. LOUIS -- The parents of a kidnapped Missouri boy said Thursday they
REPORT | Ohio colleges
Highlights from seventh annual Performance Report for Ohio's Colleges and Universities: The
Universities will use report to try to increase funding
The report attributes Ohio's high tuition rates to lack of state support. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A
Rite Aid shareholders agree to deal to buy Brooks, Eckerd stores
HARRISBURG (AP) -- Rite Aid Corp. shareholders on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a deal worth
Lakeview's hot streak sheds Liberty from a tie
The Bulldogs have one TAC loss after a 68-62 triumph over the Leopards. By DOUG CHAPIN
Panel changes one sewer project
Commissioners approved matching funding for the TAG Law Enforcement Task Force. WARREN -- Trumbull
Ursuline surges for first SVC victory
Warren JFK had limited the Irish to 20 points in the first three quarters. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
In marathon session, House OKs energy bill
Nancy Pelosi said the Democrats are keeping a promise. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House wrapped up the
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Board OKs hiring engineer for work on water tower
The contract won't be signed until land ownership is resolved. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
Political satirist won Pulitzer
The columnist lived a year after he refused dialysis treatments. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Art Buchwald,
Today is Friday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2007. There are 346 days left in the year. On this date in 1807, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is born in Westmoreland County, Va.
Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2007. There are 346 days left in the year. On this date in
if you go
IF YOU GO Who: Iris Dement. When: 8 p.m. tonight. Where: Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo
Business News Digest
REGION Workers join UAW at Quality Industrial LORDSTOWN -- Hourly workers at the Lordstown plant
Pavlik hoping title doors open
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AUSTINTOWN -- Several golden opportunities could open up
Sweet: Report gives YSU reasons to brag
YSU has been able to maintain the lowest tuition rate among public universities. By HAROLD GWIN
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Verplank, Rose tied for Hope Classic lead
Phil Mickelson is eight shots behind. THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (AP) -- The first question Scott
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
Canadiens 4, Thrashers 1 ATLANTA -- Montreal broke out of its scoring slump, finding the net for
Mittal Steel looks to sell part of operations to Esmark Inc.
Workers at the former Weirton Steel could have their third change of ownership since 2003.
Rayen's Taylor nears milestone
Mooney and Warren Harding also won Steel Valley Conference games. YOUNGSTOWN -- Junior Brittany
Two designs will help light up downtown
The money is going only to the lighting project, the plaza director said. By KATIE LIBECCO
Don't cast that ballot just yet
Opinion: In politics, what goes up fast often comes down just as fast. It's something to keep in mind in
"Monk" (9 p.m., USA): Guest-star alert: Andy Richter drops in on "Monk" as the offbeat detective series returns with new episodes. Richter plays a seemingly amiable everyman who befriends Adrian. Oh,
"Monk" (9 p.m., USA): Guest-star alert: Andy Richter drops in on "Monk" as the offbeat detective
SteelHounds to host Bossier-Shreveport
The two teams will also meet Saturday with both games starting at 7:05 p.m. YOUNGSTOWN -- With the
She'll be better off with friends who are her own age
Dear Annie: For most of her life, my 11-year-old daughter has been best friends with "Tammy," age 9.
UW-Milwaukee snaps YSU streak
Poor shooting contributed to the Penguins' 60-44 loss in Wisconsin. MILWAUKEE -- The Youngstown
Baldwin, Fey help make '30' rock
The show has gotten funnier since it first came on the air, one critic says. By FRAZIER MOORE AP
"I think it is important that we not let this success here in Afghanistan slip away from us and that we keep the initiative. There's no reason to sit back and let the Taliban regroup."
Opinion: "I think it is important that we not let this success here in Afghanistan slip away from us and that
Muslims protest portrayal as terrorists on '24'
Muslims protest portrayal as terrorists on '24' CLIFTON, N.J. -- Two years ago, Muslim groups
County to aid, but not end, funding woes
The county's recycling agency is more than 250,000 in the red. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Jan. 13 Auto
All-American Conference is off after TAC principals shelve plan
The vote came a week after the superintendents of 16 schools decided to unite. By JOE SCALZO
AIRSTREAM CLUB TO MEET
Airstream club to meet WARREN -- Mahoning Valley Ohio Unit of WBCCCI, International Airstream
Inflation pace slows while wages increase
Workers' wages showed bigger gains last year. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Inflation in 2006 eased to the
Even those who deserve to die should be given dignity
Editorial: The happiest face that can be put on the recent botched executions in Iraq is that the new
Subway robber gets 10 years
The defendant's record includes armed robbery, kidnapping and sexual battery. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Legislation opposes more troops
Senate Democrats were joined by two Republicans in presenting the measure. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Plains prepare for second cold blast
Most of Oklahoma and parts of Missouri are expecting 6 inches of snow. DALLAS (AP) -- Areas of the
Running backs take 'Edge' off
Joseph Addai and Dominic Rhodes have filled in nicely for Edgerrin James. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- No
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH K Q 5 A K 7 6 4 3 K Q 10 5 WEST EAST 8 6 J 7
Jurors see sites in case
The victim pleaded for her life, the prosecutor said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
ROAD PROJECTS Trumbull County
Trumbull County commissioners said Thursday that 1.3 million worth of 2007 county engineer road
DEVELOPMENTS | Iraq
Mahdi Army fighters said they were under siege in their Sadr City stronghold as U.S. and Iraqi
Pentagon's rules allow hearsay, coerced testimony
Coerced evidence isn't used by civilized nations, the Human Rights First director said. WASHINGTON
Girard needs a plan to get out of fiscal emergency
Opinion: Girard needs a plan to get out of fiscal emergency EDITOR: Now that the local elections are
6 of 10 charged in selling marijuana are students
No drug trafficking occurred on school property, the chief said. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
'METAL GEAR SOLID: PORTABLE OPS'
'METAL GEAR SOLID: PORTABLE OPS' (Konami) for PSP Grade: A The two previous PSP "Metal Gear"
Strickland's inaugural was a slog through the muck
Opinion: Those who attended Gov. Ted Strickland's inauguration had nothing but praise for the events and the
Black coaches near Super trip
No black head coach has ever made it to the Super Bowl. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Two weeks ago, Lovie
5 United Ways combining for final push toward goal
Bad economic conditions have taken a toll on giving to the UW campaigns. YOUNGSTOWN -- Five area
Opportunities of G.I. Bill pay dividends
Opinion: By RUSS MINICK MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS History quiz: Question: What is the origin of the modern
DANIEL NEGREANU | Poker Five secrets to winning tournaments
If you're saving up your money to play in one of the big 10,000 events on the poker circuit, these
Brunner: Blackwell left office in a mess
The former officeholder played politics on his way out the door, Brunner said. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Testaverde hopes this will be 'Super' chance
The Patriots' third-string quarterback never has played in the Super Bowl. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP)
No. 14 Duke subdues Wake Forest, 62-40
The Blue Devils have two straight wins after losing a pair of league games. ASSOCIATED PRESS
WOMEN'S TOP 25
WOMEN'S TOP 25 Thursday's other games No. 1 Duke 65, North Carolina State 51 RALEIGH, N.C. --
Risk of death higher for male drivers
WASHINGTON (AP) -- That age-old stereotype about dangerous female drivers is shattered in a big new
Pit bulls wreak havoc at animal shelter
DAYTON (AP) -- Pit bull terriers being housed at the county animal shelter after being confiscated
Company is now Crayola
The name change will help the company's marketing efforts. EASTON, Pa. (AP) -- As CEO of the
Serrano indicted in death of brother
A city man was indicted in the assault of a deputy sheriff. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning County grand
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Falcons: For the third time in nine months, Atlanta quarterback Michael Vick is making headlines for
Action at board meeting gets student suspended
The student's parents will be meeting with school officials. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
Forfeiture auction to help with restitution
The two-session sale is the largest single-case forfeiture auction the career prosecutor has seen.
Deal reached on hiring for parks
AUSTINTOWN -- A trustee who wanted to combine the parks and road departments to save money says the
Minister: Don't stop striving
A speaker said there is 'empirical evidence that blacks are overcoming.' By SEAN BARRON
Officials want to rename city's 'South Park'
MARYSVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- There are not many fans of Cartman and Kenny on the city's recreation
Phantoms to honor YSU's football team
Mahoning Valley is seeking its 15th straight home win tonight. BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning Valley
Blue Jackets are blanked in Nashville
Despite Rick Nash's return to the lineup, Columbus couldn't score . NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Chris
ON THE INTERNET| Interesting Web sites
BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS They all have them: the tales of what they did before they were famous --
Officials work on safety plan for school route
Council will ask for federal money to build sidewalks and install sewers. By SEAN BARRON
Proposal won't hit spending limits
A series of forums will be held to gather ideas for balancing the budget. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov.
Prosecutor claims recount rigged in Cuyahoga County
An elections board worker is facing six counts of misconduct. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Three elections
Breaking the pattern
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Now that the time has arrived for congressional Republicans to show what they've
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Sergio and Vanessa Arias, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 17.
BUCS ADD A BAT
Bucs add a bat The Pittsburgh Pirates unexpectedly finalized the trade they'd talked about for two
Two designs will help light up downtown
Federal Plaza director Claire Maluso said she hopes selling T-shirts will accomplish two things: promote downtown and...