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3 Youngstown killings probed in 24 hours
YOUNGSTOWN — City police investigated two homicides Sunday evening, bringing the city’s total to
Police arrest man after reports of gunfire
YOUNGSTOWN — Police arrested a 21-year-old Park Vista Drive man near the Mahoning County Jail early
Homeless man suspected in burglary
YOUNGSTOWN — After he was arrested, 40-year-old homeless man told police he was glad he had been
YSU business team advances to national competition
YOUNGSTOWN — The Students in Free Enterprise team from Youngstown State University’s Williamson
Forbes to be guest on Louie Free show
Steve Forbes, president and chief executive officer of Forbes and editor-in-chief of Forbes
Forum decries firings by Vrable
BOARDMAN — The decision by Vrable Healthcare of Columbus to fire at least 36 workers at Beeghly Oaks
Suspect interviewed in Warren slaying
WARREN — Police have interviewed a suspect and have worked throughout the weekend to investigate the
Some bars ignore smoking ban to keep customers
AKRON, Ohio (AP) _ Some Ohio bar and restaurant owners are ignoring the state's public smoking ban
Volunteers sought for Salem area crime watch
SALEM — Wanted: people with eyes and ears and a telephone. That’s what’s needed for a volunteer
Valley residents affected by epilepsy share stories
AUSTINTOWN — Patricia Davis, 59, was a schoolteacher. Thomas Capp, 50, worked in construction and is
Will Girard make splash with sale of upper lake?
GIRARD — One of the larger pieces of property owned by the city will soon be up for grabs to the
Offerings at National College in Liberty appeal to Valley students
LIBERTY — Displaced worker Ruth Wiesensee believes that a one-year medical specialist diploma
Governor seeks cut in children’s services
Thousands of disabled children could be affected, service providers said. COLUMBUS (AP) — A rule
Baghdad returning to normalcy
The number of bombings in Iraq since March has dropped by almost half, a senior U.S. general said.
Jeff Burton wins final Busch Series crown
It was the fourth Busch title for Richard Childress Racing. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Jeff Burton
Body-bumping Kim celebrates spot in final
She and seven others are in today’s 18-hole ADT Championship shootout. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP)
OSU VS. MICHIGAN
OSU VS. MICHIGAN A look back Since the early 20th century, a big rivalry has existed between the
Artist uses her craft to say thanks
A quadriplegic, she gets assistance every day from a dog named Reuben. WAYNESBORO, Pa. (AP) —
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Mooney overcomes the loss of its leader
The Cardinals again advance to the state semifinals. CANTON — One of the best players in the
U.S. envoy puts pressure on President Musharraf
U.S. envoy puts pressure on President Musharraf ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistan’s military ruler
Mercer gallery honors sports
It was the missing link to a part of Mercer County sports lore that had been absent for many years.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL | Top 25 games
No. 1 LSU 41, Mississippi 24 OXFORD, Miss. — Trindon Holliday returned a kickoff 98 yards for a
Charitable pharmacy collects medicines for the poor
Administrators call the program the ‘pharmacy of last resort.’ CINCINNATI (AP) — Cecil Griffin
Brookfield embarks on new schools
There was some sniping between a board member and teachers. BROOKFIELD — Brookfield school
Living without both biological parents puts kids at risk for abuse
Girls whose parents divorce face significantly higher risk of sexual assault, a study found. NEW
U.N. sounds global warming alarm
VALENCIA, Spain (AP) — Global warming is “unequivocal” and carbon dioxide already in the atmosphere
COLLEGE HOOPS
COLLEGE HOOPS Top 25 games MEN No. 6 Louisville 104, Hartford 69 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Terrence
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER PLAYOFF
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER PLAYOFF Conference Semifinals (Two-leg Aggregate Score Series) Eastern
Marionette maker hits it big
Kevin Frisch has been making puppets since the 1980s. CINCINNATI (AP) — The basement of a small
Teens reportedly force way into woman’s home
YOUNGSTOWN — Two teenagers forced their way into a Redondo Road home Saturday afternoon, stuck a gun
Teen charged with shooting father
APOLLO, Pa. (AP) — An 18-year-old has been held for trial in the shooting of his father during an
Spartans overcome Penn St., 35-31
Michigan State likely sealed a bowl bid. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Jehuu Caulcrick’s 1-yard
Filipino couple fight deportation
The couple have lived in the United States for 25 years. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Immigrants
Temple’s 21-point second half is catalyst against Kent State
PHILADELPHIA — Daryl Robinson and Jason Harper combined for 133 rushing yards in the second half and
IF YOU GO
What: “The Wizard of Oz” Where: The New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa.
N. Dame beats Duke
Jimmy Clausen threw three touchdown passes in the 28-7 win. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Notre Dame
IRAQ \ Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: Remains of possibly dozens of people believed slain in sectarian
Revolution face Dynamo in MLS title game today
New England is hoping to keep the Boston sports-team ball rolling. WASHINGTON (AP) — Three times
Experimental school gets good marks
Educators nationwide have taken interest in the school. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — In science class this
Hollywood writers to return to the table
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood film and TV writers who’ve been on a nearly two-week strike against
New Castle has a winner in ‘Oz’
Strong direction, an excellent cast and extravagant costumes are among the positives. NEW
FAST FACTS About the program
Facts about the St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy: Location: 1125 Bank St., Cincinnati
Progress made in school talks
Austintown teachers and the board met for five hours Saturday. AUSTINTOWN — Neither side would
Pittsburgh orchestra to play at cathedral
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra comes to town Monday for the first of three
35 Beeghly Oaks employees learn they are out of jobs
Those affected are nurses, nursing assistants, kitchen and housekeeping workers. BOARDMAN — When
Forum Health Women & Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & Infants Pavilion Patricia Scott and Rodney Billingsley, Canton, boy, Nov. 16.
An electric success For Joe Dickey, quality workers are key
Joe Dickey Electric has grown from a one-man shop to an company employing 109. NORTH LIMA —
Small-farm billionaires
Opinion: When the agriculture lobby tries to justify its hugely expensive and inefficient system of taxpayer-
Costs for business services to go up
Increased competition and low-budget airlines are expected to keep air travel prices down. NEW
MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — The estranged wife of a pastor claims her husband blended his
MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — The estranged wife of a pastor claims her husband blended his professional and
Mother is thankful for charter school alternatives
Opinion: Mother is thankful for charter school alternatives EDITOR: I am writing in regard to a
Restoration projects turn landmarks into treasures
Some were once considered unfit for anything living. ATLANTA (AP) — Elaine Hernando planned to
BANKING
BANKING The Home Savings and Loan Co. has promoted Nick Berardino of Boardman to assistant vice
Less-hyped phones ring up value
There has been more attention paid to so-called smart phones this year than ever before. Largely,
‘Salute to Capitol Years’ coming to Packard hall
‘Salute to Capitol Years’ coming to Packard hall WARREN — The Warren Civic Music Association will
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Campbell school board, 6:30 p.m., Memorial High School, room 310. Hubbard school
Justice wasn’t served
Justice wasn’t served On Tuesday, a Mahoning County Common Pleas judge appeared ready to hold an
Bad boss: It’s just 1 reason to quit
Take a proactive approach to dealing with a bad boss, experts advise. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. —
OSCAR WINNERS Movie theme songs
Highlights from the Oscar winners for best original song since the 1970s. As asterisk indicates the
Suspension bridge reopens in park
A ribbon-cutting commemorating the reopening is set for Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN — To some, it’s
SHARKS ON BEACH Top 10 spots
Brisbane, Australia “Shark Alley,” Gansbaai, South Africa Kosi Beach, South Africa Umhlanga
LA tolerance museum faces intolerance from its neighbors
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Neighbors are losing their tolerance for the Museum of Tolerance. People who
Bay oil spill, bird migration make tragic mix
Too few workers are trained to stem the losses. SAN FRANCISCO — As cleanup crews struggle to
Katrina, Rita lead in forestry disasters
Researchers were shocked by the vastness of the devastation. WASHINGTON — New satellite imaging
Border fence worries Mexico
The Mexican president complained about harassment of migrants. MEXICO CITY — Plans to extend
hBromeliad wreath is favorite from Logee’s
hBromeliad wreath is favorite from Logee’s Giving and using green is the thing to do, even when it
Picking, paying for a college
College may seem an eon away to high school seniors who are focused on that next big test or big
TIPS FOR PARENTS Conference advice
Local educators offer the following tips for parents preparing to visit their child’s school for
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Richie got Babe on his side when he told her he’s dying, and painted Ryan as a
Infant homicides lost in lax investigations
Correctly determining the cause of death is key to saving babies, experts say. Hundreds of
Have we gotten gift card fatigue?
Retailers are looking at new ways to market their cards. CHICAGO — Gift cards have become the
Man accosts couple
Man accosts couple YOUNGSTOWN — A Lora Avenue couple reported being approached outside their home
PROPOSED AREAS Storm-water improvements
These are the focus of storm sewer improvements being proposed by Tom Angelo, director of the Warren
To keep out critters, learn their habits
There are ways to live harmoniously with moles, deer and rabbits. NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — What’s
BEST-SELLERS
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly For the week ending Nov. 10 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Stone Cold”
Earnhardt will take Budweiser wheel for final time in Miami
He’s shifting gears to join the Hendrick team. HOMESTEAD, Fla. -- As Jimmie Johnson tries to win
NFL PREVIEW | Today’s games
CLEVELAND (5-4) at BALTIMORE (4-5) Game time: 1 p.m., CBS Opening line: Browns by 3. Record vs.
Roots of the artificial tree running fairly deep
The Sears catalog was the premiere place to buy one. Love them or not, today’s artificial
Readers disagree about using alcohol to suppress kids’ coughs
Q. I want to respond to your reader who wanted to know why you would disagree with using bourbon as
We thank Thee for this fine pig
Opinion: NORFOLK, Va. — For 60 years, the president of the United States has stepped into the Rose Garden
NEW YORK (AP) — For many eco-conscious shoppers, this year’s holiday wish list includes
NEW YORK (AP) — For many eco-conscious shoppers, this year’s holiday wish list includes an earth-
Secret that pained father thrills his daughter
Renowned literary critic Anatole Broyard kept it a secret that he was part black. Even from his own
Resorting to alternatives when the snow won’t fly
In some areas, snowmaking starts well before winter. LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (AP) — It was late January
“Andrew Jackson” (8 p.m., History Channel): He can be found gracing the $20 bill. But
“Andrew Jackson” (8 p.m., History Channel): He can be found gracing the $20 bill. But viewed
Express your outrage over I-80 tolls at hearing
Here’s hoping that residents of Mercer and Lawrence counties turn out in droves Monday to a public
Soup toureens became popular in 19th century
Fast food, frozen dinners and ethnic dishes have changed the way Americans eat. And with the change
Vindicator file photos
Opinion: Vindicator file photos FIFTY YEARS AGO: The Christmas season of 1957 in downtown Youngstown was
Heart infection sidelines Wayne Newton
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Wayne Newton had been sidelined with a recurring heart infection. The Las Vegas
Warren official: Program could fix flooding woes
Salaries take the biggest chunk of the city’s storm-water tax. WARREN — Four years after a
Cat tangles with a grizzly and returns home four months later
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The night Banger the cat vanished, a neighbor heard the black-and-gray tabby
Pop tunes no longer linked to hit flicks
This century hasn’t been kind to soundtrack singles. LOS ANGELES — There was a time around
PREP FOOTBALL
PREP FOOTBALL Playoffs need more parity As I watched Friday’s playoff game unfold between the
Youth served on NFL sidelines
Two of the youngest — Mike Tomlin and Eric Mangini — face off today. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) —
Some homebuilders facing bankruptcy as slump goes on
One economist predicts home prices won’t rebound till 2009 or 2010. Homebuilders such as Centex
Latest Browns-Ravens story has a twist
This time, Cleveland is playing to stay in the playoff hunt. BALTIMORE (AP) — As usual, the
Stage version of ‘9 to 5’ will premiere in L.A.
Stage version of ‘9 to 5’ will premiere in L.A. NEW YORK — Dolly Parton’s stage version of “9 to
With holidays upon us, it’s time to review safety
We have written about holiday safety every year for more than two decades. When you do something
Educators: Conferences are helpful
Sometimes a conference is the only intervention needed, one principal said. YOUNGSTOWN —
English decries I-80 toll meeting
U.S. Rep. Phil English wants opponents to send letters to his offices. GROVE CITY, Pa. —
No, no, no to ban on ‘Ho, ho, ho’
Opinion: Most rappers (and Don Imus) would not make a good Santa Claus . Their “hos” — even in the jolly
A night out for a cause
The students spent the day volunteering at organizations that help the homeless. YOUNGSTOWN —
For the bilingual, conversing is no simple matter
The issue in some regions is when to speak what. LOS ANGELES — Cuban-born Maria Carreira, the
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 22.09 .03 Avalon Holdings,7.00—.28 Clear
Fifty years later, carving artist is still wasting time
His dad gave him a chain saw so he’d stop wasting time. A hobby was born. WASILLA, Alaska — At 6
Vegetable oil used to free suspect
THORNTOWN, Ind. (AP) — Authorities used vegetable oil to free a man who said he became trapped in
From a lockup to luxury
Celebrities instead of con men now stay at the once-rundown building. BOSTON (AP) — The elegant
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go The Ellis: 176 Peachtree St., NW, Atlanta; www.ellishotel.com or (404)
GOOG-411 offers alternative to 411
Google just might take over the world. No longer happy at just being the world’s foremost Internet
Trim a tree for foraging wildlife
Check out inexpensive tips for keeping the animals happy. NEW MARKET, Va. (AP) — When decorating
OSU love affair lives on
Many people also wanted to help the family of a child who suffers from cancer. WHAT BEGAN AS
OPINION ON WAL-MART: Leroy Eberly, a Canfield city resident, said he wouldn’t shop at the
OPINION ON WAL-MART: Leroy Eberly, a Canfield city resident, said he wouldn’t shop at the proposed
Welcome to Wal-Mart? In Canfield, not so much
Canfield residents are waiting to see Wal-Mart’s next move. CANFIELD — Wal-Mart will not ask
Global-positioning items top Sweden’s gift list
Global-positioning items top Sweden’s gift list STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Santa may get a little help
Women reject stale styles; apparel sales feel pinch
Adult women are wanting trendier clothes. NEW YORK — Andrea Colby is on strike against the world
NASCAR-NEXTEL-FORD 400 LINEUP
NASCAR-NEXTEL-FORD 400 LINEUP After Friday qualifying; race today At Homestead-Miami Speedway
Director promises unique performance
The show leans toward the well-known animated version. YOUNGSTOWN — There was some tongue-
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston801.000—
TOTAL YARDAGE
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TURNPIKE TOLLS
TURNPIKE TOLLS Public meeting Monday What: Plans outlined and public comments will be taken by
Illinois’ win opens door to Capitol
Minnesota went winless in the Big Ten for the first time since 1983 and lost Paul Bunyan’s Axe,
CALLAWAY/PEBBLE BEACH INVITATIONAL
CALLAWAY/PEBBLE BEACH INVITATIONAL Saturday At Pebble Beach Resort Courses Pebble Beach,
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Kevin D. Brazie, 25, Chardon, and Tiffany J. Lehman, 24, of
‘THE WITCHER’
‘THE WITCHER’ (Atari) for PC Genre: Role-playing; Rating: M Grade: B Moral ambiguities
People still value leisure travel
People still value leisure travel CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Leisure trips and travel spending are expected
REGION
REGION Youngstown Foundation names new director YOUNGSTOWN — Janice Strasfeld has been named The