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Stories published November 24, 2007

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Mooney shuts out Pleasant, 28-0

Mooney shuts out Pleasant, 28-0 It took the Cardinal Mooney football team a little while to get


VIDEO Tuba Christmas returns to Eastwood Mall

Some 80 tuba players participated in Saturday’s performance at the 9th annual Tuba Christmas at the

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Razing two schools an expensive proposal

YOUNGSTOWN — It will cost about $1.5 million to tear down Wilson High School, and razing The Rayen


New Castle neighborhood rebuilds

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — There are few signs left on Franklin Avenue to tell the tale of destruction that


Where are 11 missing sex offenders?

YOUNGSTOWN — Eleven sex offenders are missing. Two, Michael W. Anthony and Tommy W. “Shorty”


VIDEO Trinity United pastor has view from above

YOUNGSTOWN — The Rev. Stephen T. Sparling “ascends” before he “descends” to his office in Trinity

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Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill

YOUNGSTOWN — Tom Porterfield and his family have started a new holiday tradition that includes


Ursuline: another day, another win

The Irish will play Friday in Massillon for the state title. CANTON — For the second time in

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154 evacuated from sinking ship

Pumps reportedly helped keep the ship stable for an orderly evacuation. BUENOS AIRES, Argentina


NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston101.909—


COLD CAMPING: Frances Amicone of Youngstown, left, Aaron Webb of McDonald and Patrick Toney and Liz

COLD CAMPING: Frances Amicone of Youngstown, left, Aaron Webb of McDonald and Patrick Toney and Liz


SteelHounds keep on winning

Youngstown rallied to beat the Mudbugs 4-3 in its home opener. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown


Color Black Friday a lighter shade of gray

Color Black Friday a lighter shade of gray Maybe it was the traders who saw lines of eager


YSU falls in classic

YSU falls in classic The Youngstown State women’s basketball team could not overcome a dry spell


Blue Jays’ Kennedy dead at 28

The journeyman pitcher collapsed and died at his in-laws’ home. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Joe Kennedy,


Toddler survives fall from third-floor window

Toddler survives fall from third-floor window NEW YORK — A toddler who crawled out a third-floor


TENNIS RESULTS

TENNIS RESULTS OUTBACK CHAMPIONS LEGENDS ROCK DUBAI Friday At Dubai Tennis Stadium Dubai,


WOMEN’S TOP 25

WOMEN’S TOP 25 Friday’s games No. 2 Connecticut 86, Old Dominion 43 CHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S.


President steps down in Lebanon

The military has sought to remain neutral in the political chaos. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — Lebanon’s


Phantoms roll easily past North Stars 6-3

Stefan Salituro’s hat trick paced Mahoning Valley’s victory. BOARDMAN — Heading into Friday’s


Father kills three kids, his ex-wife and himself

The couple had a history of domestic violence, police said. LAYTONSVILLE, Md. (AP) — A man shot


LSU’s hopes for title spoiled

Arkansas upset the No. 1 ranked Tigers 50-48 in three overtimes. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU’s


Warriors 123, Wizards 115

Warriors 123, Wizards 115 WASHINGTON — In a rare instance of double triple-doubles, Baron Davis


DIVISION II

DIVISION II Cin. Anderson 35, Ashland 20 DUBLIN — Elijah Storey ran for 201 yards and three


Suicide bombers kill 35

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — Suicide bombers hit a bus carrying intelligence agency employees and a


Man faces new charges in fatal shooting

ERIE, Pa. (AP) — An Erie County man accused of fatally shooting another man is facing new charges.


Extended detention ordered for brothers

The third suspect was scheduled to arrive in Aruba on Friday. ORANJESTAD, Aruba (AP) — A judge on


Aggies batter Buckeyes in NIT

Texas A&M’s defense shut down OSU in the title contest. NEW YORK (AP) — Reserve guard Derrick


Pa. couple wins $3 million malpractice suit

PITTSBURGH (AP) — A suburban Pittsburgh couple has won a $3 million malpractice suit after the


FDA wants labels on flu drugs warning of child brain disorders

WASHINGTON (AP) — Government health regulators recommended adding label precautions about


2 men charged with assault

Police said the victim was so severely injured, they couldn’t interview him. YOUNGS-TOWN — Police


Browns’ Wright to miss Houston game Sunday

BEREA (AP) — Browns rookie cornerback Eric Wright will miss Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans


LOCAL TOPICS ON TV Sunday programs

“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable


Tree prices will likely be higher

MIFFLINBURG, Pa. (AP) — Christmas tree shoppers should expect to pay more this season because of


Doctor faces additional sex charges

An investigation indicated that a city woman wrote 152 unauthorized checks totaling $43,975.


Paper maker awaits U.S. report

A union official said he would urge the NewPage to appeal. BALTIMORE (AP) — Paper maker NewPage


Regionalism in the Valley need not be all or nothing

Opinion: Regionalism in the Valley need not be all or nothing EDITOR: The issue of regionalization is


Taliban behead seven policemen

Australia has seen three combat deaths in the past two months. KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AP) —


Bear at Fayette County zoo bites visitor

FARMINGTON, Pa. (AP) — A bear at the Fayette County zoo bit a visitor who was participating in a


U.S. leads World Cup of Golf

Boo Weekley and Heath Slocum are holding a one-shot lead. SHENZHEN, China (AP) — Police officers


“A Grandpa for Christmas” (9 p.m., Hallmark Channel): He’s a retired show-biz

“A Grandpa for Christmas” (9 p.m., Hallmark Channel): He’s a retired show-biz veteran about to


Youngstown mural to be on display at festival

YOUNGSTOWN — “Here In Youngstown,” a 24-by-6-foot mural created by graphic artist Bob Barko Jr.,


62-inch TV stolen

62-inch TV stolen YOUNGSTOWN — The resident of a home in the 200 block of Reel Street told police


Woman’s finger torn off in purse snatching

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (AP) — A man tore a woman’s finger off during a drive-by purse snatching, police


Firefighters take on terrorism role

The program is being tested with the New York City fire department. WASHINGTON (AP) — Firefighters


Wrestlers to spar to benefit burned officer

The officer is in the burn unit at Akron Children’s Hospital. AUSTINTOWN — International Wrestling


Disabled hunters get a shot

The Smithville hunt has gained national recognition. SMITHVILLE, Mo. — When Andy Sturdivan


ASHLAND UNIVERSITY, Ashland, Ohio

ASHLAND UNIVERSITY, Ashland, Ohio Jon Pasko of Poland has been named a member of the Mathematical


REGION

REGION Deer expo planned LEETONIA — Leetonia Sportsman’s Club, 385 E. High St. Ext., will


Poll: Some officials knew about 9/11, many believe

The numbers indicate distrust of the federal government, some say. Nearly two-thirds of


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA N.Y.


Texas A&M 38, No. 13 Texas 30

Texas A&M 38, No. 13 Texas 30 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — No secrets here. Another win over Texas


Tegan and Sara find diverse fans

The twins have many sold-out dates on their current tour. Everybody needs a hug. Though


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked James M. Adams Jr., 3820 Indian Run Drive #1, Canfield, v.


Penn State-Beaver enrollment up 9%

MONACA, Pa. — Enrollment at Penn State Beaver rose by 9 percent this fall, reaching 793 students.


Cyber Monday likely to affect productivity

Men are more likely than women to shop while at work, states one Web site. Put this coming


Sampras lauds Federer during visit to Macau

Federer said he grew up idolizing Sampras. MACAU (AP) — Take it from no less an authority than


REGION

REGION Appaloosa will stop trying to block bid WASHINGTON — Hedge fund Appaloosa Management LP


Arab countries to attend Mideast peace conference

The conference was arranged by the U.S. secretary of state. CAIRO, Egypt — Arab countries


RESOURCE OPPORTUNITY CENTER Hours of operation

The Resource Opportunity Center will help people who are entering the work force, looking for a


Weak dollar means bargains for foreigners

Against the euro, the dollar hit a new low Friday. NEW YORK (AP) — Glenn Branney didn’t come to


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv New


Third-graders get to know Youngstown

The city’s third-graders are learning about the city’s past, present and future. YOUNGSTOWN —


Commission says no to Strickland

The legislative hearing on maternity leave is set for Dec. 3. COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio Civil


YSU women upended by Long Island, 68-54

It was the third straight loss for the Penguins, all on the road. BROOKLYN, N.Y. — The


Leclaire helps Blue Jackets rebound against Wild, 4-0

The goalie stopped 32 shots and recorded his sixth shutout of the year. ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) —


East Liverpool woman indicted

YOUNGSTOWN — An East Liverpool woman embezzled nearly $150,000 while employed as a union secretary-


Paying price for a deal

Many across Ohio seemed to enjoy the experience despite the crowds. Shoppers mindful of economic


28 killed in pet market, police checkpoint blasts

The pet market attack was the deadliest in Baghdad since Sept. 9. BAGHDAD (AP) — Bombers struck a


Sewer district, contractor in fight

At issue is an overpayment to a tunneling contractor. CLEVELAND (AP) — A regional sewer district


East Liverpool man faces multiple charges

POLAND — An East Liverpool man faces charges in two jurisdictions, accused of breaking into a


NEOUCOM offering advanced pharmacy degree

NEOUCOM offering advanced pharmacy degree ROOTSTOWN —Prospective students are invited to learn


NEWS SHOWS Sunday lineup

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz.; Gov.


Horticulture students to sell holiday items

CANFIELD — The horticulture students at the Mahoning County Career & Technical Center are ready to


NATION

NATION Texas A&M coach goes out a winner COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Dennis Franchione resigned as


Vegas rematch tickets on sale

The fight promoter calls the medium-price seating for the fight the best bargain. YOUNGSTOWN —


Leader at GM foresees new era

The automaker is launching its new Malibu. DETROIT — With its reputation on the mend, sales of


GIFT WRAP Avoiding waste

Tips for avoiding gift wrap waste when wrapping presents this holiday season: Use bows or ribbons


Group wants to scrap electronic vote machines

Tallies taken at polling places would be comparable to the system in use in Canada. COLUMBUS


Crowds, wintry weather fail to deter the diehards

Traffic crept along U.S. Route 224 between South Avenue and Market Street. THEY ARISE BEFORE


Steelers’ Polamalu, Holmes out Monday

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu and wide receiver Santonio Holmes won’t


No. 8 Indiana 70, Illinois State 57

No. 8 Indiana 70, Illinois State 57 HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — Freshman star Eric Gordon scored 31


THURSDAY’S LATE NFL SUMMARY

THURSDAY’S LATE NFL SUMMARY COLTS 31, FALCONS 13 Indianapolis021100—31 Atlanta10300—13 First


Tenants affected by foreclosures

One landlaord blamed tenants who didn’t pay rent and drug dealers in the neighborhood. CINCINNATI


Correction

In an editorial congratulating Bishop George Murry on his election to secretary of the U.S.


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP SUBDIVISION PLAYOFFS First Round Friday Delaware 44, Delaware St.


Bruins 2, Islanders 1

Bruins 2, Islanders 1 BOSTON — Tim Thomas stopped 25 shots and Glen Metropolit scored the winner


Magazine names Rowling as entertainer of year

Magazine names Rowling as entertainer of year NEW YORK — J.K. Rowling’s magical, Midas touch has


It’s Ursuline’s first title bid since 2000.

It’s Ursuline’s first title bid since 2000. CANTON — Not much went right for the Ursuline High


Thomas to stick with troubled Knicks

GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — No matter how bad things get for the New York Knicks, Isiah Thomas plans to


Holiday gift wrap is eco-friendly

This kind of wrapping avoids the landfill. CANTON (AP) — Gifts from Santa this season may not come


No immediate action likely on assessments

Property owners, including churches, are facing assessments in January. COLUMBUS — State


Center helps people find employment

An open house will showcase what the center offers job seekers. YOUNGSTOWN — The Resource


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Tegan and Sara with Northern State When: 7 p.m. Sunday Where: House of Blues,


An inventive way to build skills Pupils use math, reading, writing, spelling and more skills to do their projects.

POLAND — Do you know who invented the chocolate chip cookie? There are about 50 fourth-graders at


There’s reason for hope in Iraq, but ...

Opinion: Things are better ... That’s the cautious word I’m hearing out of Baghdad and other towns from


St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Justin P. and Mina E. Boy, Negley, girl, Nov. 22. Joseph and


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