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Dog case illustrates response problems

Dog case illustrates response problems YOUNGSTOWN — Maybe the complaints slipped through the


Fire at WCI Steel idles blast furnace

Fire at WCI Steel idles blast furnace HOWLAND — Friday’s fire at WCI Steel in Warren Township has


Needy families can get help through Way Station

Needy families can get help through Way Station COLUMBIANA — Needy families can register for


City’s 30th homicide victim identified

City’s 30th homicide victim identified YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s 30th homicide victim this year is a


Illinois stuns No. 1 OSU Buckeyes 28-21

Illinois stuns No. 1 OSU Buckeyes 28-21 COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — In this season of upsets, top-ranked


OVI checkpoint set up on Youngstown’s North Side

OVI checkpoint set up on Youngstown’s North Side YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County OVI Task Force


Veterans Day events in the Mahoning Valley

Veterans Day events in the Mahoning Valley A list of Veterans Day activities as submitted to The


Women vets speak out about their service

Women vets speak out about their service YOUNGSTOWN — Four local veterans say serving their county


Ellsworth organization helps abused and abandoned dogs

Ellsworth organization helps abused and abandoned dogs ELLSWORTH — Like many people, Carla Johnson


Philanthropist group extends grant application deadline

Philanthropist group extends grant application deadline YOUNGSTOWN —The Young Philanthropist Fund


‘And the fight’s still on’

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


Need gift ideas? Try gadgets or books

The holidays are just around the corner, so it's time for my annual list of holiday gift suggestions


Gov. Strickland backs Clinton for president

The governor ‘has no interest at all’ in being vice president. YOUNGSTOWN — If the road to


Hunt helps family heal

Living through a natural disaster and holding on to a tradition has helped one Kansas family.


Two Saturday fishing outings with very different results

The past two Saturdays have proved several of fishing’s axioms relative to temperature, wind and


Fundraiser to help woman pay for organ transplants

A Niles woman needs a new stomach, small bowel, pancreas, duodenum and liver. AUSTINTOWN — A


VETERANS DAY Local events

A list of Veterans Day activities as submitted to The Vindicator: MAHONING COUNTY Coitsville:


Open house at National

Open house at National YOUNGSTOWN — National College, which opened a campus at 3487 Belmont Ave.,


Rising prices fuel interest in ethanol

Sheetz and Giant Eagle consider expanding ethanol fuel sales. Drivers can save about 70 cents


Two men arrested in death of 9-year-old girl

Two men arrested in death of 9-year-old girl NEOSHO, Mo. — Two men have been arrested in the death


Thompson no longer in ‘amen’ corner

Opinion: It’s hard to believe that Fred Thompson once was ballyhooed as the ’08 savior who would galvanize


Unlike in ’05, Congress is staying quiet on increasing gasoline prices

Congress show no signs of outrage at $3-a-gallon gas. WASHINGTON (AP) — When gasoline prices first


YSU’s ‘Urinetown’ does justice to hit

Toilet use isn’t free in this comic tale of human bondage. YOUNGSTOWN — “Urinetown” is


Vioxx maker agrees to deal

Merck & Co.’s stock price jumped 5 percent on the news. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Merck & Co. said


New postmaster

New postmaster YOUNGSTOWN — The local postal service has named former Warren postmaster Veronica


Fans awaiting final season of HBO’s ‘The Wire’

Season Five will focus on the media. NEW YORK — A fervent following is eagerly awaiting the


Musharraf puts self ahead of Pakistan

Opinion: Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf says he imposed military rule to help fight terrorism. The


Traveling Rockwell exhibit opens in Akron

The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown bought its first Rockwell painting last year.


Tape prevented access to polling site, woman says

Officials said the tape would have been removed had they been informed about the problem.


Prosecution lacks physical evidence

‘We have a duty to society and to Jimmy,’ said the prosecutor. YOUNGSTOWN — The live-in


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Antonio D. McNutt, 21, Rivera Beach, Fla., and Ariel R.


SMARTS Store to open in DeYor arts center

The store will feature work by local and national artists and SMARTS students. YOUNGSTOWN


Williams’ late TD helps lift Mayfield past Howland, 6-0

The Tigers played terrific defense, but couldn’t solve the Wildcats’ D. SOLON — Like


NATION

NATION Investor in Delphi deal terminates agreement TROY, Mich. — A key financial agreement that


Two indicted on murder charges

One of the deaths occurred in a Warren drug house. WARREN — A Niles man and a Warren Township man


Ohio office subpoenas subprime lenders

Two other states are following Ohio’s lead. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s attorney general issued more


Raiders ponder using No. 1 draft pick Russell at QB against Bears Sunday

The Raiders want to make sure that rookie JaMarcus Russell is ready to play. ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP)


E85 FUEL

E85 FUEL Does it make sense? Details on E85 fuel: What is it? A blend of 85 percent ethanol


Immigration officials enact policy regarding new mothers

Sayda Umanzor’s baby cried incessantly for several days as she went without breast milk. CLEVELAND


West Branch rallies but falters, 35-21

Licking Valley advanced to play Canal Fulton Northwest for a regional title. WOOSTER — A


Beatitude House seeks donations

YOUNGSTOWN — Beatitude House is requesting support for its annual Santa’s Workshop. Donations of


Lakeview stuns Walsh Jesuit, 14-10

Turnovers were a factor in the Bulldogs’ win in Ravenna. RAVENNA — A team out-gains another,


CHOFFIN CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER

CHOFFIN CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER Contributed photo WINNING PHOTO: This photo of the Students


Canfield’s lead short-lived in 27-10 loss

The Cardinals led Columbus DeSales, 10-6, at the half but the Stallions rallied for 21 points.

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Federer eyes a long career

SHANGHAI, China (AP) — Some bad news for Roger Federer’s rivals: Retirement is so far off his radar


Man found guilty of vehicular homicide

He faces up to eight years on one charge and three years on another charge. LISBON — A Conneaut


Storm produces tidal surges in Europe

Britain closed the Thames River barrier as a precaution. GREAT YARMOUTH, England (AP) — A powerful


NEWS SHOWS Sunday lineup

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Secretary of State Condoleezza


“Bunnytown” (11 a.m., Disney Channel): “Bunnytown” is a comedy-variety show

“Bunnytown” (11 a.m., Disney Channel): “Bunnytown” is a comedy-variety show for preschoolers set in


Headlong into media murk

Opinion: Seattle Times: The Federal Communications Commission must slow down. Nothing good can come from


Cleveland chef is finalist in Food Network show

Cleveland chef is finalist in Food Network show CLEVELAND — It promises to get very hot in the


Clinton loses inmock summit

In the end, delegates wound up picking John Edwards over Barack Obama. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. —


Recalled toy beads sicken 7 more children in U.S.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Seven more U.S. children were sickened after ingesting Chinese-made toy beads that


Eagle Heights pupil contracts staph infection

YOUNGSTOWN — The superintendent of Eagle Heights Academy has confirmed that a female pupil at the


Students complete STEM academy at YSU

The program encourages young people to enter the STEM teaching field. YOUNGSTOWN — Nearly two


Salem squanders 2-game lead, falters to Toledo CC

After building a big lead, Salem lost its first match of the year in the state semifinals.


Shenango charity ball to raise funds for THON to fight pediatric cancer

SHARON, Pa. — The Penn State Shenango Annual THON Charity Ball will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. Nov.


SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY, SLIPPERY ROCK, PA.

SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY, SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. Krystal Daniels of New Middletown has been awarded a


LOCAL TOPICS ON TV Sunday programs

“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21; also, 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner cable


Irish are underdogs against Air Force

Notre Dame (1-8) has lost a school-record five straight games at home. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) —


19 play in final contest for YSU

The Penguins hope to end season on a winning note against Western Illinois. YOUNGSTOWN — In


You’re never too old or too smart to learn

Opinion: In my travels along life’s highway, I have always enjoyed talking to people. We are never too old or


Newcomers talked about their campaigns and about what’s to come now.

Newcomers talked about their campaigns and about what’s to come now. A handful of political


Pupils plan to Mix It Up at Lunch

The day is designed to encourage pupils to interact with new people. YOUNGSTOWN — Pupils at more


Mukasey sworn in as attorney general

WASHINGTON (AP) — With a two- to three-minute ceremony Friday, Attorney General Michael Mukasey


GRADS LIST

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


Ohio State must contend with Illini before ‘Game’

Jim Tressel doesn’t believe the Buckeyes are looking past Illinois to Michigan. COLUMBUS (AP) —


Financial consultant to challenge Gerberry

This would be the Boardman resident’s first political bid. BOARDMAN — A Boardman financial


Salem library services to be topic of talk

SALEM — Brad Stephens, the Salem Public Library director, will discuss the history of library


Temple expecting record crowd

The Owls-Penn State game is expected to draw a sellout of 68,000-plus. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) —


Austintown pupils suspended

AUSTINTOWN — Three pupils at Austintown Middle School were suspended after a drug made one girl


Mosley ready for ‘war’ against unbeaten Cotto

Shane Mosley faces WBA welterweight champion Miguel Cotto tonight. NEW YORK (AP) — Shane Mosley


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv New


Confrontation between 2 officers investigated

A Liberty policeman reported that a Warren officer wanted him to release his girlfriend. NILES


FOOTBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES DIVISION II

FOOTBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES DIVISION II Region 5 Mayfield 6, Howland 0 Parma Normandy 41,


NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston401.000—


Study of U.S. colleges shows increase in classes taken online

WELLESLEY, Mass. — Nearly one in five higher-education students now takes at least one class online,


2 Mooney juniors take part in Equestrian Talent Search

The equestrians competed with riders from seven other states. YOUNGSTOWN — Two Cardinal Mooney


F.N.B. to acquire Omega

HERMITAGE, Pa. — F.N.B. Corp. has signed a deal to acquire a banking company based in State College,


Perfect Kansas seeking 10th win

Oklahoma State has won five straight games against the Jayhawks. STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — After


Youngstown’s mayor wins prestigious national award

Opinion: Jay Williams has added another first to his trailblazing résumé: He is the first Ohioan to receive


Red Wings take ninth in row, 4-1

The win over the Columbus Blue Jackets enabled Detroit to tie a club record. DETROIT (AP) — Even a


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA


hHoping to exit on a positive note

hHoping to exit on a positive note kQUARTERBACK TOM ZETTS and the Youngstown State football team


Man is sentenced for embezzlement

The embezzler forged the doctors’ signatures, prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — A former office


NHL ROUNDUP | Friday’s other games

Thrashers 4, Panthers 1 SUNRISE, Fla. — Rookie goalie Ondrej Pavelec stopped 36 shots and Ilya


Phantoms edge Alpena, pad second-place lead

ALPENA, Mich. — In a back and forth battle of momentum, the Mahoning Valley Phantoms finally emerged


3 former Indy champions in NASCAR field Sunday

Sam Hornish Jr. will join Jacques Villeneuve and Juan Pablo Montoya. AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) — It


Busch has chance for a team sweep

Hendrick teammates Jimmie Johnson and Jeff Gordon are first and second. AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) —


Teen to be tried as adult in mother’s death

ELYRIA, Ohio (AP) — A 16-year-old charged with slaying his mother and shooting his father will be


Davidson turns back Massillon Jackson for state soccer title

Hilliard Davidson won its first state soccer title with a strong first half, 2-1. COLUMBUS — Jon


NBA ROUNDUP

NBA ROUNDUP Friday’s games Suns 106, Heat 101 MIAMI — Steve Nash scored 11 straight points in


U.S. military releases nine Iranians

BAGHDAD, Iraq — The U.S. military on Friday released nine Iranian citizens, including two described


Oil spilled in bay will be absorbed, authorities say

The governor declared a state of emergency. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Most of the oil that spilled into


Buckeyes ready for Illinois

Buckeyes ready for Illinois Ohio State’s players and coaches insist they aren’t looking ahead to


Bhutto calls for new rally

The former prime minister was released from house arrest Friday, Pakistani authorities said.


Creamer cards 65, leads by 5

Paula Creamer’s bogey-free, 7-under score left her way ahead of the pack. MOBILE, Ala. (AP) —


Sheehan sneaks Bowling Green to 39-32 victory

YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Tyler Sheehan scored on a quarterback sneak with 3:54 left and Bowling Green


Kansas rolls to 107-78 victory

Duke trounced its opponent, 121-56. LAWRENCE, Kan. — Sherron Collins scored 22 points and led a


An evening to remember

The prom has become an annual event. GIRARD — Howland area resident Emma Adgate spent more


Ursuline wears down Bears

The Irish beat Waynedale, 29-6, and will play South Range next. CANTON —  He’d helped pave

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Apparent homicide

Apparent homicide YOUNGSTOWN — City police are investigating what appears to be the city’s latest


NEW WINNERS

NEW WINNERS Those elected Tuesday and interviewed for this story, and their respective


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Lawyer defends actions of officer in Taser case

The mayor says the Taser arrest will come to a ‘quick resolution.’ WARREN — Patrol Officer

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