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City, Chevy Centre named in $25,000 lawsuit
YOUNGSTOWN — An altercation following a Kelly Pavlik fight at the Chevrolet Centre a year ago has
Rapist’s sentence trimmed by 10 years
YOUNGSTOWN — Judge R. Scott Krichbaum reduced a rapist’s sentence from 100 to 90 years in prison in
Diocese sued over church bingo injury
YOUNGSTOWN — A Campbell man who said he was was injured when he fell to the floor from an unstable
Turn back your clock this weekend
The time has come to turn back the clocks. But this year that time — Daylight-Saving — has come one
Howland-based company closing 2 plants
HOWLAND — Stoneridge, a maker of wiring products for vehicles, said it is closing two plants as it
Bell-ringers wanted to support city school levy
Bell-ringers wanted to support city school levy YOUNGSTOWN — The city school district is looking
Warren house fire ruled accidental
WARREN—A house fire at 353 Parkman Road northwest Friday was determined to be an accident by
Dill-Fontes Campbell mayoral debate set for Monday
Dill-Fontes Campbell mayoral debate set for Monday CAMPBELL — The North County Democrats, a local
Dollar General in Boardman robbed
Dollar General in Boardman robbed BOARDMAN — A robber got away with an undetermined amount of cash
Youngstown police run prostitution ‘sting’ on North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Four men were charged with soliciting sex from an undercover police officer this
Warren firefighters at scene of blaze on Parkman Road
WARREN— Firefighters are battling a blaze at 353 Parkman Road at this hour. Some traffic backup is
Historical center sets youth history program
YOUNGSTOWN —The Youngstown Historical Center will hold its Children’s History Club from noon to 3
Accounting firms give $150K toward new YSU business school
Accounting firms give $150K toward new YSU business school YOUNGSTOWN — Five area accounting firms
New buzz in the Valley on regionalization
Opinion: Regionalization is a popular buzzword among those in the Mahoning Valley who are either in government or want to reform it.
Laying-of-the-Roses ceremony set Sunday
Laying-of-the-Roses ceremony set Sunday YOUNGSTOWN — The general public, especially those who have
Trumbull sets adoption ceremony
WARREN — The Trumbull County Children’s Services Board and Trumbull County Probate Court will have
Warren Township road closes Wednesday
Warren Township road closes Wednesday WARREN — Leavitt Road between Kibler Toot Road and Risher
Trans-Siberian Orchestra weaves its magic in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Trans-Siberian Orchestra ushered in the Christmas season Thursday night with a concert
Cops bust teen ‘club house’
Cops bust teen ‘club house’ YOUNGSTOWN — A garage-shed structure turned into a teenager’s “club
Mother charged with throwing 3-year-old down stairs
YOUNGSTOWN — A 3-year-old South Side boy nodded “Yes” when asked by police if mommy threw him down a
Optimist leader visits
Optimist leader visits HUBBARD — The governor of the Ohio District of Optimist International,
Nature photographer to share expertise
Nature photographer to share expertise YOUNGSTOWN — A premier showing of photographs that will
Ballroom dancers schedule annual Snowflake Ball
Ballroom dancers schedule annual Snowflake Ball GIRARD — The historic Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N.
Roast beef dinner set
Roast beef dinner set AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, will
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups plan events
CLUB CALENDAR ASSOCIATIONS • American Association of University Women, Boardman-Canfield Branch,
Marking 25 years of serving lunch
The event offers fellowship for the soul and food for the stomach. YOUNGSTOWN — When
5 seek 2 seats on Austintown board
Communication with residents appears to be an important issue for all candidates. AUSTINTOWN —
Public workers’ unions had input in state order
Both unions had donated to Ohio Democratic campaigns. COLUMBUS (AP) — A public employees union
Wall Street takes plunge
The Fed’s comments about potential inflation unnerved the market. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street
‘INTO THE WILD’
‘INTO THE WILD’ Grade: A- Director: Sean Penn Rating: R for language and some nudity Running
President defends his nominee for attorney general
Bush could fill the position while the Senate is in recess. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush
OCTOBER HEAT
OCTOBER HEAT Weather This past month was the second-warmest October in the recorded weather
Liberty candidates note changing demographics
All three candidates see community involvement as key to the district’s success. LIBERTY —
Will antimocrobial turf help prevent infection?
An epidemiologist says such a coating will do nothing to prevent MRSA. RALEIGH, N.C. — The
Trend is for pupils to attend parent-teacher conferences too
Having kids there makes them more accountable. WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s that time of year when moms
Kyle Busch looking for win or top finish
The fiery driver has three more races to give Hendrick Motorsports one last win. CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Life-changing events inspire muscial work
Marc Cohn lost his parents as a child and survived a gunshot wound to the head in 2005. So
Cusack keeps ‘Martian Child’ from getting too sentimental
The actor plays a writer who befriends a boy who believes himself to be a Martian. Nobody
There are costs involved when schools must react to threats
There are costs involved when schools must react to threats Return with us now to the not-so-
Zetts recuperating, but most likely able to start
Todd Rowan will probably get quite a few snaps at quarterback on Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN — Tom
Salem mayor candidates are similar
Neither candidate mentioned the defunct Quaker Community Fire District. SALEM — Democrat
Niles boy finds candy treat tainted by knife
The children received a lot of candy, but one candy bar stuck out among them. NILES — When 10-
Pilot of Hiroshima bomber dies
The historic event helped to end the war with Japan. COLUMBUS (AP) — Before his death, Paul
Repeals of strip club, lead paint curb laws end
The strip club issue will appear on the ballot, but the votes won’t be counted. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Don’t be fooled; vote no
Opinion: Don’t be fooled; vote no EDITOR: As election day approaches, we’re hearing more and more about
Students back in class
Students back in class NILES — Attendance at Niles McKinley High School returned to normal
NHL ROUNDUP | Thursday’s games
Rangers 2, Capitals 0 NEW YORK — Chris Drury scored his first goal since opening night, and Henrik
Dennis marries youth vote
Opinion: Now here’s another way that Dennis Kucinich stands out. If the former boy mayor of Cleveland is
Best Bet on TV
“Friday Night Lights” (9 p.m., NBC): Who says you can’t go home again? On “Friday Night Lights,”
Stallworth, Swann to view Ravens game
Hines Ward reminds people of the former Hall of Fame receivers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — For a guy who
CROSS COUNTRY | State preview
When: Saturday Where: Scioto Downs, Columbus Schedule: Girls — Div. III 11:05 a.m.; Div. II 11:50;
Documentary showcases artistry of Carol Burnett
Also shown is a performance of the novelty song that brought her national attention. The
Jeff Gordon Hendrick Motorsports No. 24 Dupont Chevrolet
Jeff Gordon Hendrick Motorsports No. 24 Dupont Chevrolet Chase points: First, 6,201 Position
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “Dancing with the Stars” (Monday), ABC.
PREP FOOTBALL Area playoff schedule
DIVISION I Boardman (7-3) at Euclid (9-1), 7 p.m. Saturday DIVISION II Madison (7-3) at
Lordstown’s Cobalt sales up again
GM’s market share is up a percentage point from a year ago. Sales of the Chevrolet Cobalt rose
School choice in crosshairs in Utah
Opinion: WASHINGTON — In today’s political taxonomy, “progressives” are rebranded liberals dodging the damage
Senate passes bill for child insurance
Republicans wanted the bill to pass before a compromise that could lead to an override of Bush’s
Brodell is honored for cancer fight
The Warren doctor has been involved with the American Cancer Society for more than 20 years.
Two keys to winning poker tournaments
To be a winner in tournament poker, you’ll have to focus on two key factors: survival and aggressive
Hard work paying off for Mahoning Valley (9-5-1)
BOARDMAN — With nearly a quarter of the season in the books, the Mahoning Valley Phantoms are right
Amweld closes plant in Niles
NILES — Amweld Building Products has closed its Niles plant, which employed 100. The door maker
NBA ROUNDUP Thursday’s game
Pistons 91, Heat 80 MIAMI — Tayshaun Prince scored a career-high 34 points and matched a career
Trustee hopefuls present plans
All three Liberty candidates are hoping to promote growth in the township. LIBERTY — Three
FCC ruling on TV service has little effect in Valley
AT&T competes with cable TV companies in Cleveland and Akron, but not here. Local apartment
WAL-MART’S REP: Ron Mosby, senior manager of public affairs for Wal-Mart, talks about proposed
WAL-MART’S REP: Ron Mosby, senior manager of public affairs for Wal-Mart, talks about proposed
This winter, think about October
The temperature on average was 7.6 degrees higher than usual. YOUNGSTOWN — With the second-
2 killed, 2 hurt in crash
2 killed, 2 hurt in crash SALINEVILLE — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a car crash
Imus to return to air in December
NEW YORK (AP) — Don Imus will return to the airwaves Dec. 3 on New York’s WABC-AM, only nine months
Red Cross from China visits Valley
The ‘sister chapter’ relationship was spearheaded by Florence Wang. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning
Fat linked to many types of cancer
Diet and exercise can prevent cancer, a researcher said. The most comprehensive study ever
Jury being selected in obstruction trial
Authorities expect the trial to reveal what happened to the victim and her fetus. CANTON (AP) —
Trumbull United Way goal hits $846,280
WARREN — United Way of Trumbull County campaign volunteers announced that $846,280 in pledges and
Canfield residents want more details
Wal-Mart representatives said the land’s best use is for business. CANFIELD — Township
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Playoff tickets
The following information was provided by the schools. Any questions should be directed to the high
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Mary Ann Porinchak is director of the National Packard Museum in Warren. Her
Authorities check backyard dog cemetery
YOUNGSTOWN — City police, humane agents and the Mahoning County dog warden’s office responded to an
Ethan Kelley was sack-sational against Rams
Romeo Crennel brought Kelley to Cleveland in 2005. His confidence seems to be on the rise.
Man indicted on murder charge
The fatal shooting followed a fight over losing a video game, the defendant tells police.
Chrysler to cut jobs, 4 vehicles
Chrysler is eliminating 15 percent of its work force. DETROIT (AP) — The ink barely dry on a new
Dinner to benefit Marine injured in Iraq
POLAND — The Student Social Work Association of Youngstown State University will have a benefit
Gulf Coast bridge opens
Gulf Coast bridge opens BILOXI, Miss. — Two years ago, cities on the opposite sides of Biloxi Bay
“A lot of people had to choose between losing one child and losing another one.”
Opinion: “A lot of people had to choose between losing one child and losing another one.” Liony Batista
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend’s events NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Dickies 500 Fort Worth, Texas
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend’s events NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Dickies 500 Fort Worth, Texas Schedule:
Trumbull 4-H families honor 3 volunteers
CORTLAND — Trumbull County 4-H has announced three annual volunteer awards chosen by 4-H families.
‘Into the Wild’ is heartfelt film of discoveries made too late
Sean Penn has done a brilliant job of translating the book into film. Christopher McCandless
Bounty hunter apologizes for racial slur
The person who recorded the conversation has not been identified. HONOLULU (AP) — Television
Lawyer arrested in child-sex sting
The sting operation began about a year ago. COLUMBUS (AP) — An attorney arrested in an Internet
Caribbean storm upgraded to hurricane
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — A powerful Caribbean storm drenched the Bahamas and Cuba on Thursday while
Boeckman has been a surprise, but his QB acclaim is deserving
Behind Troy Smith and others, he was never higher than third on the depth chart. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Cavs won’t use option on Brown
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shannon Brown missed all five shots, made two turnovers and didn’t score in six
Daughter faces charges in death of mother, 70
The deceased was malnourished, but her caretaker daughter was a cook. SALEM — A woman is
Mills McCartney says Paul knows the truth
Mills McCartney says Paul knows the truth NEW YORK — Heather Mills McCartney spoke out Thursday
65% OK on birth control in school
In the poll, most prefer that schools give contraceptives only to kids whose parents have consented.
5M Totino’s and Jeno’s pizzas recalled because of E. coli
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — General Mills on Thursday recalled about 5 million frozen pizzas sold nationwide
‘Chuck’ star hopes role gets some more heroics
The character’s brain was imprinted with secret data when he opened an e-mail. BURBANK, Calif.
‘THE MARTIAN CHILD’
‘THE MARTIAN CHILD’ Grade: C+ Director: Menno Meyjes, Rated: PG for thematic elements and mild
Oberlin College getting three $4M gifts
OBERLIN, Ohio (AP) — Oberlin College, on the eve of inaugurating a new president, announced three $4
Choices Night Club, Funny Farm closed
LIBERTY — Choices Night Club inside the Holiday Inn MetroPlex has closed. A sign at the entrance
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Gates: Iran vows to stop arms to Iraq
The defense secretary also said security in Iraq is improving significantly. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Counting room door to be closed at elections office
Elections officials said the problem has been addressed. LISBON — Sometimes, it’s good to
A fun subject surfaces in debate: UFOs
Opinion: Regardless of where you stand on Hillary Rodham Clinton, I think we can all agree that after the
Lordstown volleyball falters against St. Paul
TWINSBURG — The Lordstown High volleyball team won its first district title in school history last
Va. Tech trounces Ga. Tech
ATLANTA (AP) — Virginia Tech bounced back just fine from its shocking collapse against Boston
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