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