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Body found on city’s East Side, cops investigating

Body found on city’s East Side, cops investigating YOUNGSTOWN — City police are investigating what


WCI fire involves three fire departments

WCI fire involves three fire departments WARREN — Firefighters from several area departments spent


Prosecution lacks physical evidence in Higham case

Prosecution lacks physical evidence in Higham case YOUNGSTOWN — The live-in girlfriend of David


4-car accident on I-680 injures one

4-car accident on I-680 injures one BOARDMAN — A four-car accident reduced traffic on Interstate


Youngstown Postal Service has new postmaster

Youngstown Postal Service has new postmaster YOUNGSTOWN — The local postal service has named


Three Austintown Middle School pupils suspended

Three Austintown Middle School pupils suspended AUSTINTOWN — Three pupils at Austintown Middle


Salem volleyball team falls in state semifinal

DAYTON — It looked like another win for the Salem volleyball team Friday afternoon in the Division


Guilty verdicts in vehicular homicide case

LISBON — A Conneaut man faces a long prison term after being found guilty of aggravated vehicular


Salem volleyball team loses in semifinal game

Opinion: Division II Semifinal Game #1 Toledo Central Catholic (24-4) def. Salem (27-1) Score 3-2


Alpha School ransacked in burglary

YOUNGSTOWN — Closets were discovered ransacked when police responded to a burglar alarm at Alpha


West Side crash knocks down wires, cuts power

XXX YOUNGSTOWN — Emergency crews were called to the scene of live wires down in the area of Vestal


Indictments in Trumbull murder cases

WARREN — A Niles man and a Warren Township man have been indicted on murder charges. A Trumbull


Gov. Strickland endorses Clinton

Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland has endorsed Hillary Clinton for president. The governor said she's the


Vooting is a chore - c-h-o-r-e!

Opinion: The following is based on a true story.


Official Pavlik doctor's report: He's fine

Doctor’s letter: Kelly will be OK This is the letter sent from Poland Family Practice to Fred


Polish cultural display in Mineral Ridge

Polish cultural display MINERAL RIDGE — The Moss Ancestral Home, 1499 Burnett St., will be the


Donations sought for alumni Christmas tree

Alumni Christmas tree HUBBARD — Donations are being accepted for the Hubbard Alumni Christmas


Breakfast with Santa announced

Breakfast with Santa SALEM — A Breakfast With Santa event is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Dec. 8 at


United way plans family night event

United way plans family night event YOUNGSTOWN — A special performance of the musical


Award received by K. of C. council

Award received by K. of C. council WARREN — The John K. Mahaney Knights of Columbus Council of


Prolific writer/lecturer to speak in Youngstown

Prolific writer/lecturer to speak in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN — NuValley Black Chamber of Commerce


CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities

CLUB CALENDAR ASSOCIATIONS • Trumbull Mahoning Ohio Association of Occupational Health Nurses


Toastmasters announces competition winners

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Executive Toastmasters is announcing the winners of the 2007 Toastmasters


Giuliani defends overall mission in Iraq

Opinion: In some circles, it’s pretty much taken for granted that the war in Iraq is an unmitigated disaster


After saving tour card, Stadler on top with 64

Kevin Stadler has come a long way after a few days to share first-round lead. SHANGHAI, China (AP)


‘Cheers’ guy on road to back U.S. industry

Americans will buy American goods if they think they are safer, an official said. COLUMBUS (AP) —


‘Gender card’ gets dealt in recent Dems debate

Opinion: BOSTON — Can anybody tell me what a gender card is anyway and where you buy one? After last week,


Money and fame are not everything

Opinion: Perhaps I am a little behind the times, but it still sort of grabbed my attention when I found


Hendrick Motorsports nears its seventh Cup crown

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — With a garbage bag to protect him in case it started raining, Rick Hendrick


What did we learn from Washoe?

Opinion: Last week, we mourned the loss of an icon — Washoe. She was one of the few chimpanzees people are


Lakeview High pays its respects

A Korean War soldier used a bazooka to wipe out a machine gun nest that killed his friend.


Clausen will start at quarterback for Notre Dame against Air Force

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Jimmy Clausen will start at quarterback for Notre Dame against Air Force on


Specter says he’s dissatisfied with US Airways meeting

Political leaders are upset by US Airways’ plans to cut Pittsburgh flights. WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen.


Salem victors share a common ground

Three candidates received more than half the votes in the race. SALEM — The winners in the


CHASE FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP NASCAR driver profiles

Jimmie Johnson Team: Hendrick Motorsports Car: No. 48 Lowe’s Chevrolet Chase points: First,


Eagle Heights Academy takes precaution after diagnosis

West Elementary, closed by a possible staph infection case, was to reopen today. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Deep-stack play in no-limit live games

In a recent column, I covered deep-stack play in tournaments. This week, let’s look at how to play a


This is the letter sent from Poland Family Practice to a publicist for Kelly Pavlik.

This is the letter sent from Poland Family Practice to a publicist for Kelly Pavlik. This letter


BOND NOTES Mahoning borrowing

Mahoning County commissioners authorized issued bonds and notes for the following purposes Thursday:


Torre to co-author book on his career

NEW YORK (AP) — Joe Torre, named last week as manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers after ending a 12-


Stacking up for the competition

Pupils at St. Charles School took part in a world record attempt at cup stacking. BOARDMAN —


Cold case warms up: Arrest made in ’01 killing

The suspect is in the Mahoning County Jail awaiting arraignment. YOUNGSTOWN — Authorities have


Stern wants Sonics to stay in Seattle

PHOENIX (AP) — NBA commissioner David Stern warned on Thursday that if the SuperSonics leave Seattle


Mercer County home destroyed by fire

SPRINGFIELD, Pa. — Fire destroyed a house in Springfield Township, Mercer County, Thursday


Angels interested in A-Rod

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Alex Rodriguez is prepared to meet and greet. Agent Scott Boras used this


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Cody J. Webb, 24, of 841 Jennings Ave., Salem, and Danielle M.


Baseball decides base coaches need helmets

The general mangers will decide on the exact form of head protection. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) —


Brother gets prison over meth lab

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The second of two brothers accused of running a methamphetamine lab in a Donora


Woman: James Brown never divorced me

Woman: James Brown never divorced me COLUMBIA, S.C. — A Georgia woman who claims to have married


School disinfected after staph infection

AKRON (AP) — School officials had disinfectant sprayed over surfaces at a Northeast Ohio high school


By ED RUNYAN

WARREN — Terry and Theresa Langley of Hartford were parents of a 7-year-old daughter in summer of


Penn State begins new era

Coquese Washington is the new coach and Ursuline’s Tyra Grant tops the roster. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.


Judge, finances at odds over courthouse

A new courthouse would cost about $8.2 million. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Judge Robert A.


Gas under $3 can be found

A number of area gas stations are still offering gas at below $3 a gallon, but just barely.


‘And the fight’s still on’

The injury is not expected to have any effect on the boxer’s career. YOUNGSTOWN — Making minor


A look at adoptions in Trumbull County and nationally.

A look at adoptions in Trumbull County and nationally. TRUMBULL Number of adoptions taking place


Bill with 3 Valley projects goes to U.S. Senate for OK

The House approved the bill by a large margin Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — A bill that includes $4.5


New show to live at quarterlife.com

TV veterans Herskovitz and Zwick are offering new drama series on the Internet. NEW YORK —


OHIO

OHIO Heritage Manor plans open house Sunday YOUNGSTOWN — Heritage Manor Retirement Community,


YSU women gearing up to open season Sunday

The Penguins, sporting a veteran lineup, will open at Buffalo. YOUNGSTOWN —Heading into the 2006-


Macy’s adopts new strategies and celebrities to spur sales

Retail observers are speculating that Macy’s could be bought out. CINCINNATI (AP) — Macy’s Inc.


Mahoning jail borrowing OK’d

Consolidate borrowing to save on fees, the administrator told commissioners. YOUNGSTOWN — The


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


We wanted a free lunch, now we’re in a pickle

We wanted a free lunch, now we’re in a pickle For years, fiscal conservatives have been warning


Hornish trying to make NASCAR debut this week

He’s failed to qualify six times, but still has a ride for next season. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Six


State: Retry Youngstown levy in March

Additional cuts to further reduce spending will be deeper than anticipated. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Harrison’s mates buzzing

The Steelers linebacker dominated the Ravens in a romp. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Teammate James Farrior


high five

high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “Dancing with the Stars” (Monday), ABC.


‘P2’

‘P2’ Grade: D-. Director: Franck Khalfoun. Running time: 1 hour 38 minutes. Rating: Rated R


Giamatti’s Santa is weary, stressed

LOS ANGELES — In Hollywood, Santa Claus comes in all stripes, from the childlike Edmund Gwenn in


OSHP: Rush hours among most deadly

COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio State Highway Patrol concludes that the hours when Ohioans are likely to be


Veto override enacts water bill

Both votes easily exceeded the two-thirds majority. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush suffered the


Georgia man arrested; awaits extradition

YOUNGSTOWN — Authorities arrested a man on the city’s South Side who is wanted in the shooting death


A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or

A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT Votes from Mahoning County weren’t included in the unofficial tabulations


Panel suggests 3 for judge post

COLUMBUS — A former Youngstown police chief, a municipal court judge and a law clerk and longtime


ON THE TRACKS \ Weekend events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Checker Auto Parts 500 Avondale, Ariz. Schedule: Today, qualifying


Twellman’s bicycle kick lifts Revolution

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Taylor Twellman’s acrobatic goal put the New England Revolution in the MLS


Best Bets on TV Tonight

“Band of Bloggers” (8 p.m., History Channel): A new medium for the timeless story of combat is


Ex-county employee is guilty of theft

An assistant prosecutor said he will recommend incarceration. WARREN — A former county employee


STANDINGS GATEWAY FOOTBALL CONFERENCE

STANDINGS GATEWAY FOOTBALL CONFERENCE ConferenceAll Games WLPFPAWLPFPA Northern


Penn State graduation rate higher than average

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State athletes are earning their degrees at a record rate, according


Refocusing from the Marshall Field’s faithful

Macy’s says it won’t be able to win over some customers in Chicago. CHICAGO (AP) — Macy’s Inc.


Bouncing back from a tragedy

Community donations of more than $100,000 helped pay medical bills. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — It has


Homicide cases bring charges against two

The grand jury indicted a suspect in an East Side drive-by shooting death. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Anything can occur with ’08 election

Opinion: A year before Americans elect their next president, polls suggest that Hillary Rodham Clinton and


“You can’t be the president and the head of the military at the same time.”

Opinion: “You can’t be the president and the head of the military at the same time.” President Bush


‘24’ shortfall

‘24’ shortfall kTHE WRITERS STRIKE has struck down the Fox thriller “24.” Like most series written


Officials’ La. trip prompts criticism

The city will spend close to $13,000 for the outgoing officials’ expenses. YOUNGSTOWN — Five


House combat bill includes troop withdrawal measure

House combat bill includes troop withdrawal measure WASHINGTON — Under pressure to support the


Penguins’ 19 seniors in final game on Saturday

Youngstown State will play host to Western Illinois in a 1 p.m. kickoff. YOUNGSTOWN — Saturday


Bluffton crash keys legislation

TOLEDO (AP) — In the hours after David Betts died, his father made a promise to his son’s teammates


Despite loss, Ford beats Wall Street expectations

The automaker has posted a small profit through three quarters. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — Ford Motor


NHL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games

Devils 4, Flyers 1 NEWARK, N.J. — Veteran Dainius Zubrus and rookie Rodney Pelley scored their


Towboat master’s license suspended

A Coast Guard official apologized for the delay in releasing the report. PITTSBURGH (AP) — A


Chevy contract OK’d

Chevy contract OK’d YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s board of control approved a $9,000-a-month contract


Real change is the nation’s only answer

Opinion: The country is frustrated. Democrats say Americans want change from Bush administration policies.


OSU’s Barton has coaches on edge when interviewed

The outspoken tackle can get under the skin of Buckeyes coach Jim Tressel. COLUMBUS (AP) — Kirk


Writers strike ends ‘24’ for time being

NEW YORK — The writers strike has struck down the Fox thriller “24.” “24” is absent from the


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Nextel Cup Feb. 10 — x-Budweiser Shootout, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Tony Stewart) Feb. 18


Diagnosis would be covered

COLUMBUS (AP) — Fully insured health plans would be required to cover diagnosis as well as treatment


As a horror flick, ‘P2’ lacks a good scare

After the first revelation, there’s no anticipation in this film. It’s a common phobia, fodder


Bernanke says growth will slow significantly

But, the Fed chief predicts an economic rebound next year. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve


Illinois’ passing game is getting ‘Juiced’ up

The sophomore quarterback had his best game last week against Minnesota. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) —


Police pursuit in Pa. ends peacefully

SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — A police pursuit began in Sharpsville and ended in Hermitage with no injuries and


Thomas powers Bulls to first win

CHICAGO — Tyrus Thomas had 19 points and 14 rebounds and the Chicago Bulls finally got their first


No. 6 West Virginia rallies for 38-31 win

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Pat White scored on a 50-yard run with 1:36 remaining to lift No. 6 West


Where to get playoff tickets

The following information was provided by the schools. Any questions should be directed to the high


THE LINEUPS \ YSU vs. Western Illinois

YSU OFFENSE TE — (87) DERRICK BUSH (6-4, 270, Jr.); (81) Louis Irizarry (6-5, 255, Sr.) RT — (66)


Births for 2007-11-09

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