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Crime commission announces arrests in burglaries

YOUNGSTOWN — Three area men have been arrested and now face charges in connection with a string of


Boardman man robbed in parking lot

BOARDMAN — A township man told police he was robbed in the parking lot of a gas station in the 1500


Pavlik fight tickets for sale?

YOUNGSTOWN — The location is selected, the date is set and ticket sales announced, but details


Campbell 4th Ward race is upset

CAMPBELL — Provisional and absentee ballot counts have delivered an upset in the 4th Ward city


VIDEO: Austintown police cruiser being hit by Cadillac

YOUNGSTOWN — The Vindicator has obtained the mirror camera video from an Austintown police cruiser

» Attached: Video

Two arrests in weekend shooting death

YOUNGSTOWN — Two arrests have been made in the weekend shooting death of James E. Dow. Detective


Flag disposal ceremony will be Saturday

YOUNGSTOWN — American Legion Post 472, 323 E. Indianola Ave., will conduct an official U.S. Flag


Pavlik tickets on sale Saturday — $100 to $600 a seat

One of the most anticipated boxing matches of 2008 will be the Jermain Taylor-Kelly Pavlik rematch


Youngstown murder suspect surrenders in Allentown, Pa.

YOUNGSTOWN — A man wanted in connection with the weekend shooting death of James E. Dow turned


Grab your partner for square dancing

Grab your partner for square dancing NORTH BLOOMFIELD — An evening of square dancing and line


Red and Gold Banquet sponsored by fraternity

Red and Gold Banquet sponsored by fraternity YOUNGSTOWN — Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity, Gamma Pi


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

FOOD SALES AND DINNERS SATURDAY • Salem Masonic Temple, 788 E. State St., will hold an all-you-


Births for 2007-11-21

Area Births


Indian automaker bids for Jaguar, Land Rover

Ford lost $12.6 billion last year and is looking to sell the two units. DETROIT (AP) — Indian


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Keith J. Jones, 29, of Woodcrest Ave., Youngstown, and


Y-town super wants alternative school for troublemakers

The superintendent is looking for parent volunteers to help monitor schools. YOUNGSTOWN —


LeBron James scored 34 points in a 111-107 loss to Milwaukee at the Q.

LeBron James scored 34 points in a 111-107 loss to Milwaukee at the Q. CLEVELAND (AP) — The


CIC urges hiring MS to prepare for building

The agency will use $2.75 million in state funds for the project. YOUNGSTOWN — It will


GOLF GLANCE

GOLF GLANCE This week’s events INTERNATIONAL Mission Hills World Cup Site: Shenzhen, China.


Colts still effective minus Freeney

The defense has not been devastated by the loss of its Pro Bowl defensive end. INDIANAPOLIS (AP)


Neil Diamond reveals who ‘Sweet Caroline’ is

Neil Diamond reveals who ‘Sweet Caroline’ is LOS ANGELES — Neil Diamond held onto the secret for


REGION

REGION Facility wins safety award YOUNGSTOWN — The Heluva Good Facility in Youngstown received


Fossil of biggest bug found

The sea scorpion was much longer than today’s average man is tall. LONDON (AP) — This was a bug


Liberty mail office closes; $19,000 missing

An internal audit conducted by the post office shows more than $19,000 missing. LIBERTY —


“The overall prevalence of AIDS may have stabilized, but we are still seeing millions of new

“The overall prevalence of AIDS may have stabilized, but we are still seeing millions of new


Bruins rally to stun Maple Leafs in Toronto

TORONTO (AP) — Chuck Kobasew scored with 3:31 left in the third period, lifting the Boston Bruins to


Up and running: Warren Steel

Warren Steel employs about 100 salaried and hourly workers. WARREN — Warren Steel Holdings has


State court says coach’s salary must be aired

The Pennsylvania retirement system must disclose coach Joe Paterno’s salary. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP)


Kin of shooter face charges

CLEVELAND (AP) — The mother and brother of the teenager who wounded four people at a school before


Congress and White House need to move on S-CHIP

The ongoing inability of Democrats and Republicans in Congress to reach an agreement with President


Poll: Voters don’t necessarily vote for whom they like most

Barack Obama is viewed as the most likable candidate. WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats and Republicans


Advocates of needy urge limits on utility-rate raises

Illinois and Maryland have seen big increases in their electric bills. COLUMBUS — Groups that


Thrifts feel the effects of housing market drop

The nation’s thrifts saw an 84 percent drop in profit from a year ago. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federally


Sound bytes cross-dress as debates

Opinion: When used as a noun, the word debate means, “A discussion involving opposing points of view.” Using


Sweatshops are making crucifixes, group claims

Sweatshops are making crucifixes, group claims NEW YORK — A labor rights group alleged Tuesday


Scientists reprogram cells to behave like stem cells

The technique would be an alternative to the cloning of embryos. NEW YORK (AP) — For a scientific


RAISES | Youngstown

RAISES | Youngstown Youngstown City Council approved raises for about 100 management and nonunion


Owner puts Quaker raceway up for sale again

Next year’s events may be scheduled to help save on gasoline. SALEM — The Quaker City Raceway


No. 1 North Carolina 110, South Carolina State 64

No. 1 North Carolina 110, South Carolina State 64 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Tyler Hansbrough scored 26


School district to leave emergency status

STRUTHERS — The state auditor’s office is projecting a debt-free future for the city school


YSU has 3-game road trip looming

The Penguins face Big East power Notre Dame on Saturday in South Bend, Ind. YOUNGSTOWN —


District to leave emergency status

STRUTHERS — The state auditor’s office is projecting a debt-free future for the city school


YSU women in Brooklyn on Friday

After a long break, the Penguins will play against Long Island. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown


Unusual objects found by screeners

Items that are voluntarily surrendered become property of the federal government. NEWARK, N.J.


Man suspected in Niles robbery jailed for similar crimes in area

A suspect charged with several armed robberies was ‘bold,’ a Niles detective said. NILES — A


Michigan search getting under way

The athletic director says the new coach need not be a Michigan man. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Les


Jittery Wall Street ends mostly higher

Analysts downgraded Countrywide Financial Corp. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street finished an extremely


‘AUGUST RUSH’

‘AUGUST RUSH’ Grade: C. Director: Kirsten Sheridan. Running time: 1 hour, 50 minutes.


Man indicted on charges he raped sleepwalker

CINCINNATI (AP) — A grand jury on Tuesday indicted a man accused of raping a college student while


Polamalu, Holmes doubtful for Dolphins

The two Steelers were injured in Sunday’s 19-16 overtime loss to the Jets. PITTSBURGH (AP) —


A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Nov. 15 Burglary: A Moyer Avenue man


Man indicted in fatal traffic accident

The Campbell man’s passenger was killed in the crash. WARREN — A 38-year-old Campbell man has


Judge: Search warrants not properly carried out

Both of the cases involved drugs. LISBON — Two cases involving three people will be dismissed


Accused of assault

Accused of assault YOUNGS-TOWN — A Youngstown school board member, who is also an employee of the


‘ENCHANTED’

‘ENCHANTED’ Grade: B Director: Kevin Lima Running time: 1 hour 47 minutes Rating: PG for


Man takes plea agreement in assault on police officer

YOUNGSTOWN — A 21-year-old Sebring man accepted a plea agreement that could send him to jail for


N.Y. faces Christmas tree shortage

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Two rainy summers followed by drought have produced a shortage of some


City managers to get 10.3% raises by 2010

A city council member called the raises ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair.’ YOUNGSTOWN — A number of city


Salem puts an end to fire district

A councilman said rumors that he may resign from council are true. SALEM — The Quaker


Program attracts young hunters

Ohio created a half-price youth deer-hunting license in 1992. CARROLLTON, Ohio (AP) — Seventeen-


Sarkozy holds ground against striking workers

Opinion polls say the public strongly supports the president. PARIS (AP) — President Nicolas


Store owner injured in robbery

HUBBARD — A 60-year-old city business owner is recovering from a weekend robbery and attack that


Capitals falling back to cellar

The team had high expectations going into the season, but are 6-13-1. ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) —


Giants heading for playoff berth

The Giants are aiming for a wild-card spot and third-straight playoff berth. EAST RUTHERFORD,


Vick begins jail time early

The former Falcons standout is in Northern Neck Regional Jail in Virginia. WARSAW, Va. (AP) — The


Phillies’ Rollins takes MVP award

He edged out Colorado’s Matt Holliday in a close race. NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Rollins won the


NBA ROUNDUP

NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games Lakers 134, Pacers 114 INDIANAPOLIS — Kobe Bryant scored 32


PRESIDENTIAL POLL

PRESIDENTIAL POLL Voters’ views Priorities: Democrats are weighing personal traits of the


INDICTMENTS Mahoning County

A grand jury has indicted the following people: Superseding indictment: Reshaud Biggs, 21, East


Chargers are not meeting pre-season expectations

San Diego achieved an NFL-best 14-2 record last season. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Oversold or


Polamalu, Holmes are doubtful for next game

The two Steelers were injured in a 19-16 overtime loss Sunday to the Jets. PITTSBURGH (AP) —


Opposition supporters released

Thousands of others are still behind bars. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — President Gen. Pervez


No. 3 Maryland 98, Loyola 50

No. 3 Maryland 98, Loyola 50 COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Seldom-used freshman forward Emery Wallace scored


Courts must work to avoid messes that are avoidable

Opinion: Courts must work to avoid messes that are avoidable EDITOR: Hardly a day goes by without a


Struthers schools chief to head Beaver Local

Ability to secure state funding for building projects was a factor in her appointment. STRUTHERS


Iraqi prime minister faults Sunni VP

Iraqi authorities are still holding 43 foreigners after the shooting of a girl. BAGHDAD — A rift


Sappy ‘August Rush’ has its moments

Keri Russell stands out as a mother who follows the music to a son she never knew she had. In


Bishop takes up fight against racism

The bishop said people of faith must strive to end racism, and offered suggestions of how.


Buying local food can get you in a pickle

Opinion: WASHINGTON — The English colonists were grateful to live to see their first harvest in the New


Court should unholster Second Amendment

Opinion: It’s been 68 years since the Supreme Court examined the right to keep and bear arms secured by the


Why not have fine food without hassle?

With the holiday shopping season starting earlier than ever, and Thanksgiving right around the


“Ben 10: Race Against Time” (8 p.m., Cartoon Network): “Ben 10: Race Against

“Ben 10: Race Against Time” (8 p.m., Cartoon Network): “Ben 10: Race Against Time” takes the


Americans in Paris pine for Pop-Tarts

Opinion: PARIS — Don’t take your cranberries for granted, America. Or your stain remover either. This time


‘Enchanted’ brings magic, more

A princess meets up with the real world in this send-up of traditional Disney movies.


MULTISTATE

MULTISTATE Mega Millions, 14-20-23-42-43 Mega Ball, 6 OHIO Tuesday night Pick 3, 5-2-8


Workers’ comp board to decide on reducing premium discount

The 90 percent discounts reward businesses that have a spotless safety record. COLUMBUS (AP) —


Groups urge caution in buying toys for kids

Congress is considering legislation to overhaul the product safety system. WASHINGTON (AP) —


Plans to restore dental benefits delayed

Physicians and dentists groups expressed outrage at the effect on the poor. COLUMBUS (AP) — The


AIR FORCE FUEL Summary

FLYING FUEL: The Air Force has approved using a blend of synthetic and oil-based fuel in some of its


Supreme Court agrees to hear gun rights case

The case will center on the wording of the Second Amendment. WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on


Trojans are back in Pac-10 title chase

USC will play Arizona State in its first Thanksgiving Day game since 1938. LOS ANGELES (AP) —


Countrywide seeks to reassure investors

There were rumors the mortgage lender would seek bankruptcy protection. LOS ANGELES (AP) —


Air Force to use synthetic-blend fuel

Liquid fuel made from coal is expected to be available by 2012. DAYTON (AP) — In hopes of


LOUIE TODAY: Former state Sen. Harry Meshel

Hear Harry Meshel today.


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