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Diwali in Boardman tonight; PHOTOS,VIDEO
Association President Lalita Prabhu said Dawali is the equivalent of Christmas.
Warren police investigate death on Tod Avenue
WARREN — Warren police’s Criminal Investigations Unit is looking into the death of a man at 959 Tod
Police probe thefts from Little Warriors association
BELOIT — Smith Township Police say money that should have benefited children in the West Branch
January trial set in marijuana case
YOUNGSTOWN — Christiaen A. Lively, 21, of Parkwood Avenue, appeared in municipal court Friay for a
Get your listings in by Monday
Again this year, The Vindicator is running listings for entertainment-oriented holiday events. The
WCI blast furnace down for two more weeks
WCI blast furnace down for two more weeks WARREN — The blast furnace at WCI Steel will remain idle
School workers report tires deflated
YOUNGSTOWN — For the past week or so, employees at Paul C. Bunn Elementary School have been
Trumbull high schoolers filling poll posts
WARREN — At a time when elections boards around the state are having increasing difficulties in
Rape convict denied parole
WARREN — A former Girard man convicted of dressing as a woman and raping a young male relative in
Sick racoon shot by police
YOUNGSTOWN — A large raccoon seen running in circles and snarling at the intersection of Superior
New Trumbull tourism trustees elected
WARREN — Three new trustees were elected during a meeting of the Trumbull County Tourism Bureau
Boil alert in New Waterford
Boil alert in New Waterford NEW WATERFORD — There is a boil water notice issued for Monday through
Boardman shields its police cars
BOARDMAN — Township trustees approved spending nearly $5,000 for equipment designed to protect
Bar owners drop smoking ban appeal
WARREN — A planned administrative review of the smoking law violation for Leon's Sports Bar and
2nd staph case at Eagle Heights
YOUNGSTOWN — A second child at Eagle Heights Academy has been diagnosed with a staph infection. The
Police look for woman missing teeth in North Side stabbing
Police look for woman missing teeth in North Side stabbing YOUNGSTOWN — A 27-year-old North
Warren man formally charged in shooting of firefighter
Warren man formally charged in shooting of firefighter YOUNGSTOWN — A city judge today issued a
Boardman man robbed at his home
Boardman man robbed at his home BOARDMAN — A Grover Drive man told police he was robbed as he got
InfoCision helps with food distribution at Salvation Army
InfoCision helps with food distribution at Salvation Army YOUNGSTOWN — The Feed the Children truck
New Castle man gets prison term for sexual assault
New Castle man gets prison term for sexual assault NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A city man pleaded guilty to
Leetonia leaf pickup is Monday
Leetonia leaf pickup is Monday LEETONIA — The village will start picking up leaves with a leaf
Farrell man arrested for shooting Warren men
Farrell man arrested for shooting Warren men SHARON, Pa. — The man suspected in the shooting of
East Side vacant house fire causes $10K damage
East Side vacant house fire causes $10K damage YOUNGSTOWN — A fire deliberately set at 1359 Shehy
Roads closed next week in Bristol and Newton townships
Roads closed next week in Bristol and Newton townships WARREN — The Trumbull County engineer’s
Boardman trustees OK spending for trunk shields
Boardman trustees OK spending for truck shields BOARDMAN — Township trustees voted this morning to
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities
AUXILIARIES • Eagles Auxiliary 3298 will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the aerie. Members are asked
Injuries delay probe in firefighter’s shooting
Gunshot residue tests were given to both victims. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s going to take a while to sort
LOTTERIES
LOTTERIES OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-5-6 Pick 4, 4-6-1-0 Rolling Cash 5, 23-29-30-31-32
Koreas to begin cross-border rail service
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North and South Korea agreed today to launch cross-border rail service for
Investigations follow death by Taser gun
TORONTO (AP) — Video released by Canadian authorities of the last moments of a Polish immigrant’s
Mavericks coast past flat Spurs, 105-92
DALLAS (AP) — Josh Howard sparked first-half spurts of 17-1 and 11-0, letting the Dallas Mavericks
Obama, Edwards blast Clinton during debate
The two men accused Clinton of not giving straight answers. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Under pressure in a
Police arrest man wanted in shooting
FARRELL, Pa. — Sharon and Southwest Mercer County Regional Police have arrested a man previously
House OKs stronger surveillance oversight
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Thursday night to strengthen court oversight of the government’s
Home run king hit by indictment
Perjruy and obstruction of justice are Barry Bonds’ next challenges. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The home
MLB revenues topped $6 billion in ’07
Income has more than tripled in the past 15 years. NAPLES, Fla. (AP) — Baseball revenue climbed to
Pakistani police announce release of opposition leader
Benazir Bhutto outlined her plan for a unity government consisting of opposition factions.
Penguinssnap skid, edge Isles
Evgeni Malkin had a goal and two assists in the 3-2 victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby and
U.S. seeks new sanctions for Iran
A U.N. report says Iran is still enriching uranium. VIENNA, Austria (AP) — The U.S. called for new
The names of India Association members Lalita Prabhu and Sangeetha Sethi were misspelled in an
The names of India Association members Lalita Prabhu and Sangeetha Sethi were misspelled in an
Confiscated whiskey risks being destroyed
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Here’s a sobering thought: Hundreds of bottles of Jack Daniel’s whiskey,
Manningham is Wolverine bred among Buckeyes
The Warren Harding graduate is the latest Ohioan seen as a traitor by many Ohio State fans. One
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Tickets for Monday’s “Night of Champions Dinner” honoring middleweight champion Kelly
Health aide charged in abuse of elderly women
NORTH LIMA — A woman who worked as an aide at the Glenellen senior living center is charged with
Provost wants Roberts out at university
Three professors sued, alleging Roberts spent money improperly. TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Oral Roberts
Lower tax payments squeeze Lakeview
A meeting Dec. 1 will address the budget shortfalls. CORTLAND — Superintendent Robert Wilson
3 Browns linebackers possible for Sunday’s game in Baltimore
BEREA (AP) — Browns linebackers Willie McGinest, D’Qwell Jackson and Antwan Peek practiced on a
Bill restricts mortgage lenders
The House measure aims to reform the subprime lending industry. WASHINGTON (AP) — With home
Padres’ Peavy sweeps Cy Young balloting
The San Diego ace was the NL’s leader in wins, ERA and strikeouts. NEW YORK (AP) — Jake Peavy was
GM plans for Volt, its electric vehicle, to roll out in 2010
The electric car can be plugged in at home to be recharged. LOS ANGELES — General Motors aims to
Hendrick team lovefest drags on
If Jimmie Johnson finishes 18th or better in Sunday’s Ford 400, he wins the title. HOMESTEAD,
Surplus food
Surplus food Bridging of the Spirit Christian Center, 3024 Myron Ave., Youngstown. Food for the
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield Board of Education, 10 a.m. High School Auditorium. No open work
Victim: ID theft caused false arrest
Officials say they don’t know why the mistake occurred. WARREN — A city woman arrested by
Mahan hoping to meet demands of center spot
The Steelers’ commitment to the run was a primary reason he signed. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean Mahan
Debate over war funding is scandalously superficial
Debate over war funding is scandalously superficial Republicans in Congress and White House
Delphi, GM agree on plan
Delphi said it will work to gain approval from groups that oppose its plan. DETROIT (AP) — Delphi
Man hangs on for ‘Hannah Montana’ tickets
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Some people will do anything to make a kid happy. Jody Powell, 35, hung on to a
Mount Union’s postseason bracketing shows a different twist
The Purple Raiders will face a new group of teams during its playoff run. ALLIANCE — This
Pacman’s plea is accepted
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A judge accepted a plea deal Thursday reducing felony charges against suspended NFL
NHL ROUNDUP
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games Rangers 4, Flyers 3 PHILADELPHIA — Brendan Shanahan scored
Judge refuses to stop ‘Pittsburgh’ film
Judge refuses to stop ‘Pittsburgh’ film PITTSBURGH — A federal judge has denied a request for a
New video games appeal to your budding princess
The conventional wisdom on gender differences and play is that girls like to create things, boys
Abatement approved for plant
The plant will bring 25 jobs to Struthers over three years. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
Emerging economies raise demand for oil
Oil prices could triple because of global demand, an industry insider says. TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) —
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” CBS.
Security pros audit Cleveland schools
One official said metal detectors and wands will be put in each building. CLEVELAND (AP) — Five
“If I have any disappointment it’s that I wish a jury was here. As always, I rely on the
“If I have any disappointment it’s that I wish a jury was here. As always, I rely on the jury
Inspector at State resists resigning
The inspector general recused himself from Blackwater probes. WASHINGTON (AP) — The State
Plans focus on holiday air travel
The doubling of bumping fees wouldn’t go into effect until next summer. WASHINGTON (AP) — Ahead of
3 men indicted in 2 Youngstown murders
Two men are charged with committing a murder during a robbery. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
Drill instructor sentenced in recruit abuse
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A military jury on Thursday sentenced a Marine drill instructor to six months in
Officials praise Duzzny’s work
The emergency response director has been a visionary. YOUNGSTOWN — Local officials commended
Fight preceded shooting that left man dead
The victim was shot four times in the head and chest. CAMPBELL — A verbal fight escalated to
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE Nextel Cup schedule Feb. 10 — x-Budweiser Shootout, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Tony Stewart)
U.S. outsources terror war to Pakistan
Opinion: Gazing at the 24/7 news from Pakistan showing the democratic disaster produced by our heralded ally
Services tax raises 2008 budget
NEW CASTLE, Pa. – Union Township’s proposed 2008 budget is $227,772 higher than this year’s, the
Who’s the crazy one, Bill O’Reilly or me?
Opinion: On Nov. 8, I had the distinction of being called “a crazy columnist” and a “nut” on prime-time
Tracking devices help catch loafers
Local governments use GPS to track workers’ driving routes during work hours. ISLIP, N.Y. (AP) —
“The 50 Greatest TV Icons” (8 p.m., TV Land): Let the arguments commence. TV Land and
“The 50 Greatest TV Icons” (8 p.m., TV Land): Let the arguments commence. TV Land and Entertainment
City litter worker loses 15 days’ pay
The detective’s actions amount to dishonesty and improper conduct, the police chief said.
Mercer Co. realigns 2 agencies
The county controller didn’t favor the move. MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County Salary Board
Gas prices in region surpass $3 a gallon
The Mahoning Valley has the cheapest gas in the state. There are some stations with gas for
For bandmates Astbury and Duffy, it’s magical
The Cult agreed to headline the Jagermeister tour. The Cult is back. However, the truth is
Workers volunteer for Iraq embassy
The U.S. won’t have to force diplomats to take assignments, an official said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Conditional-use permit for drive-through
MINERAL RIDGE — The Weathersfield Township Board of Zoning Appeals has granted a conditional-use
hSouth Range knows consistency
hSouth Range knows consistency kTHERE’S A good reason why the South Range High football team is
God bless patriot Joe Lieberman
Opinion: This will probably kill his career, but I rise to praise Sen. Joe Lieberman, the independent
Pizza restaurants go high-tech with ways to order
Papa John’s now takes pizza orders through text messages. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Michelle
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
Barn site of cult murder cleared for church
The leader of the cult was executed last year for the killings. KIRTLAND, Ohio (AP) — A barn that
CHASE FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP
CHASE FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP NASCAR driver profiles Jimmie Johnson Team: Hendrick Motorsports
Iran stops arms to Iraq, officials say
WASHINGTON — Iran appears to have stopped shipping the deadliest type of weapons used against U.S.
Ricky Williams returning to 0-9 Dolphins
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Ricky Williams’ reinstatement is complete, with the Miami Dolphins saying they’ll
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Nov. 11 Burglary: A
Kanye West pulls out of annual fashion show
NEW YORK (AP) — Kanye West pulled out of a performance at the annual Victoria’s Secret fashion show
U.S. has key interests in stabilizing Lebanon
Opinion: Remember when Lebanon’s “Cedar Revolution” was the poster child of President Bush’s campaign to
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew W. Weems, 24, of 368 Afton Ave., Boardman, and Molly
Dinner to benefit Dante and others
Despite demands on his time, the champ met with the young man, staying nearly two hours.
Gates: Expect military layoffs if funding doesn’t materialize
Gates said Congress doesn’t understand the restrictions of military finances. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Justices stay execution
Justices stay execution MIAMI — Four hours before convicted child killer Mark Dean Schwab was to
South Range football benefits from a coaching co-op
NORTH LIMA — There’s a good reason why the South Range High football team is playing in its fourth-
Suspect charged in 2 robberies
BOARDMAN — Police arrested an East Midlothian Boulevard man, charging him with robbing two discount
I-90 bridge’s connector plates are buckling, inspection finds
CLEVELAND (AP) — Two steel plates connecting beams that hold up the Interstate 90 bridge heading
Mutated common-cold virus proves deadly for 10 people
Anyone with a high fever or troubled breathing should see a doctor, the specialist said. ATLANTA
Keep the Bush tax cuts; gag candidates’ rhetoric
Opinion: Listen to the Democratic candidates for president, and you would think that President Bush’s tax
Study: 3 diet drugs worth health benefits
LONDON (AP) — Three diet drugs recommended for long-term use result in minimal weight loss and carry
Language rules hit nerve in Congress
The U.S. government has sued the Salvation Army for firing workers who spoke Spanish. WASHINGTON
Reading tells early, when it counts
There’s a common misconception about how, and more importantly, when to read other players’ tells.
ON THE TRACKS
ON THE TRACKS Weekend events NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Ford 400 Site: Homestead, Fla. Schedule:
Show features cast from 13 countries
The star has nothing but praise for the film’s director. LONDON — Paddy Considine was at a
Man’s death probed
Man’s death probed PULASKI, Pa. — Autopsy results are pending for a man found dead in Lawrence
Vindy.com News Podcast for November 16, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, November 16 is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
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