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Husband held in slaying in Niles
NILES — A normally quiet residential neighborhood near the Eastwood Mall was disrupted late Saturday
Sewer work to close part of Gibson Road
Gibson Road west of Turner Road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday for a sanitary sewer
Warren man faces assault charge
WARREN — Charles Mallory, 45, of Deerfield Avenue Southwest, was charged with felonious assault
Car involved in shooting is found damaged by fire
YOUNGSTOWN — Police found a fire-damaged car that had been involved in a shooting Saturday night on
Cortland woman dies after being hit by vehicle
BAZETTA — Tina M. Roberts, 35, of Cortland, was killed early Sunday when she fell out of a car she
The hunt for deer begins
BAZETTA — Longtime hunter Brian Phillips says it is a fairly common mistake to believe that rain
Parents look to Thailand for procedure to help daughter
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A parent’s love knows no bounds and, apparently, no international boundaries.
Operation Evergreen gives soldiers a bit of Christmas
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio — How do soldiers stuck in combat zones during the holidays keep their Christmas
Group revives old plan of hiking trail along r iver
POLAND — A group of business owners and community leaders wants to resuscitate an old plan to link
Ride Share program sees more users as gas prices rise
YOUNGSTOWN — A Northeast Ohio carpooling matching program saw a 6.5 percent increase in users
New Castle denies ministry’s request for TV station, day care
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City council has denied a local ministry’s request to establish a television
Tiny street in Salem pays tribute to popular ex-slave
SALEM — After the Civil War, a poor ex-slave rode into Salem on his white mare, Jenny. “When he
‘Miracle’ performance to raise United Way funds
YOUNGSTOWN — Proceeds from the Dec. 13 performance of “Miracle on Easy Street” will benefit
Vindicator file photo
Opinion: Vindicator file photo FIFTY-TWO YEARS AGO: The first real snow of the season and the decoration of
Nations that see Arctic as in play are making moves
Opinion: MOSCOW — The Arctic is rapidly becoming a scene of “competition and conflict for access to natural
Chadron State 76, Abilene Christian 73, 3 OT
Chadron State 76, Abilene Christian 73, 3 OT CHADRON, Neb. — Chadron State rallied from a 29-
SATURDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL
SATURDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL MEN EAST American U. 73, N.J. Tech 50 Army 63, Presbyterian 58
Youngest NFL clubs in battle
The Browns and Texans meet today with AFC playoff implications on the line. CLEVELAND (AP) — They
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Kinsman Township meeting, 6:30 p.m., Township Garage, 6380 state Route 87, Kinsman.
Up on the rooftop Pastor gets closer to God to pray for city
The pastor prays for new life, integrity and restoration in Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Chrysler ready to unveil its concept electric cars
DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler LLC will unveil three concept electric vehicles next year that are designed
Neighborhood bounces back from ’06 explosion
A second new home is being built on the block where the explosion occurred. NEW CASTLE, Pa. —
Veterans: More U.S. businesses want you
Employers are recognizing a talented and untapped pool of labor that is easy to train and can adapt
The Cardinals gained a berth in the Div. IV championship game
Mooney rolled past Marion Pleasant, 28-0. CANTON — It took the Cardinal Mooney High football
Miniature Forbes Field lovingly detailed
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It took Barney Dreyfuss and Nicole Construction crews four months to build Forbes
Cardinal Mooney rolls into position to win its 7th state championship
QB Tim Marlowe had 109 yards rushing and two TDs in a 28-0 semifinal win. Mooney will play Coldwater
For many workers, the holidays are anything but vacations
It’s business as usual at many workplaces. FORT WORTH, Texas — Forget the 12 days of
Children flying alone is a worry
The percentage is small but growing, airlines say. Susan Cole wanted to fly her 12-year-old
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: “Beauty and the Beast.” Where: The Youngstown Playhouse off Glenwood Avenue.
TRAY: Consumer’s Beer was made in Warwick, R.I., according to this tray. The cartoon drawing
TRAY: Consumer’s Beer was made in Warwick, R.I., according to this tray. The cartoon drawing of the
Photos document exile of millions of Somalians
COLUMBUS (AP) — A photographic exhibit captures one of the largest mass movements of people in
Dreaming of a green Christmas Holiday merchants banking on what history has shown: Even when times are tough, people still decorate.
CLEARWATER, Fla. — Bob Frank sells Christmas, even when the Florida summer sun is blazing and
Do hormone labels on milk inform or mislead?
Opinion: COLUMBUS — There’s a controversy (dare I say it) frothing over milk , or, more specifically, over
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Zach and Greenlee were injured and stranded in an abandoned bomb shelter. On the
OK for Lake Milton winery stinks worse than dead fish
Opinion: OK for Lake Milton winery stinks worse than dead fish EDITOR: Imagine living in a very
Michigan man says he shot cow after thinking it was a coyote
COLFAX TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — A man says he shot and killed a neighbor’s cow after mistaking it for
Cyrus pushes Tennessee for ‘Hannah Montana’ film
Cyrus pushes Tennessee for ‘Hannah Montana’ film NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Singer Billy Ray Cyrus wants
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE WLPct.GB Baltimore501.000— Chicago31.75011⁄2 Detroit31.75011⁄2
Trooper and post dispatcher of the year
Trooper and post dispatcher of the year Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Stephen A. Murphy has
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Edward E. Taylor The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
SKINS GAME
SKINS GAME Saturday’s results At Indian Wells Golf Resort, Celebrity Course Indian Wells,
Porter, Steelers to be reunited
The Dolphins’ linebacker will face his former team Monday in Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Don’t
Ace Award for trooper
Ace Award for trooper CANFIELD — Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Stephen A. Murphy of the
NEW YORK (AP) — The updated National Football League injury report, as provided by the league:
NEW YORK (AP) — The updated National Football League injury report, as provided by the league:
Heartburn medicine helps reader get rid of wart
Q. I had a wart surgically removed, but it came back. I then spent a nine-month period seeing a
Concrete comes alive in gardens
The more complex the project, the more expert assistance you’ll want. COLUMBIA, S.C. — Whether
ing, the truth is the Pink Floyd material — surprise, surprise — stands out.
ing, the truth is the Pink Floyd material — surprise, surprise — stands out. John Mellencamp
FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Nov. 29 At Bangkok, Eagle Den Janlaphan, Thailand,
Lewis and Clark discovered more than just new land
A biology professor looks at discoveries of plants, animals and an America that many knew little
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Note to Pittsburghers: Take what you think you know about the Steel City,
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Note to Pittsburghers: Take what you think you know about the Steel City, wad it
U.S. leads world in child life sentences
California has sentenced more juveniles to life in prison without possibility of parole than any
P&G, Universal partner to aid pet owners
A new Web site offers a wealth of information about pet services. CINCINNATI and NEW YORK —
TOTAL YARDAGE
TOTAL YARDAGE AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE OFFENSE YardsRushPass New England436813183050
No clear favorites have emerged in early voting states
One deciding factor for voters is a candidate’s electability. MANCHESTER, N.H. — Despite what
MISSING SEX OFFENDERS
MISSING SEX OFFENDERS Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana These men, convicted of sex offenses,
‘CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFARE’
‘CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFARE’ (Activision) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC, DS Genre: Shooter
Cities breed crime; some more than others
Cities breed crime; some more than others It is the job of a political cartoonist to take a
Russia runs on crude oil rather than slave labor
Opinion: WASHINGTON — When the authoritative Kiplinger Letter starts asking, “Is Russia reverting to its
Disabled guests sue Disney
Disney says it fears Segways could endanger other guests because they can go faster than 12 mph.
Authorities look for 11 missing sex offenders offenders
Tipsters can call (866) 4WANTED. Rewards are available. YOUNGSTOWN — Eleven sex offenders are
Johnson, Weiner, Hass, Alexie win NBAs
NEW YORK — With the United States fighting an increasingly unpopular war in Iraq, stories of
Ottey brings out the ‘Beauty’ in Playhouse production
Supporting performances and colorful costumes added to the show. The Youngstown Playhouse
Powerful new drug helps longtime smoker to quit
Chantix was designed to give pleasure without nicotine. PHILADELPHIA — Anthony Tarducci has
HEATING, COOLING WITH THE SUN Solar pioneer’s passion continues to burn
LOS ANGELES — Harold Hay wants to help the world save itself, but he’s running out of time. Forty
Mount Snow opens on earliest date since 1998
WEST DOVER, Vt. (AP) — With temperatures cool enough for snowmaking, Mount Snow opened Nov. 10, its
A little gift card can go a long way
Buying me a gift must be a big pain. For one, I’m picky and will return them to the store with no
‘Winter Celebration’ to be held at Fellows Riverside Gardens
YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek MetroParks presents “Winter Celebration — Holidays in the Valley” at Fellows
The Wii at 1: Mario joins the party
The game lineup has never been so strong. A year after its introduction, Nintendo’s Wii
Arizona Cardinals double-digit pick
The Cardinals are favored to beat the 49ers handily for their third straight win. GLENDALE, Ariz.
TOP 10
TOP 10 Leading Edge awards Domestic airline: Delta Air Lines International airline: Singapore
Crafting a new tradition
The spirit of Christmas will again fill the air from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today in Mill Creek Park.
Will upstart Arrow cut into venerable Deuce?
Will upstart Arrow cut into venerable Deuce? LAS VEGAS — Move over, Deuce. There’s a new bus in
REBUILDING PROGRAM Youngstown schools
The city school district is continuing work on its 14-school rebuilding program. Here’s where that
“Christmas Caper” (8 p.m., ABC Family): Starring Shannen Doherty clad in the snug
“Christmas Caper” (8 p.m., ABC Family): Starring Shannen Doherty clad in the snug leather outfit of
Blogs, networking sites have people talking about new products
NEW YORK — When Procter & Gamble Co. introduced a new cleaning product, Dawn Direct Foam, its ads
WORD-OF-MOUTH MARKETING Campaigns that did and didn’t work
CLAMATO Challenge: Raise brand awareness among U.S. Latinos. Word on the street: Over a 12-week
Do-it-yourselfers give their time and talents all year long. When it comes to giving back,
Do-it-yourselfers give their time and talents all year long. When it comes to giving back, there’s
U.S. is railroading journalist in Iraq
Opinion: At long last, prize-winning Associated Press photographer Bilal Hussein may get his day in court.
Museum unveils dinosaur exhibit
It offers a snapshot of life 150 million years ago. PITTSBURGH — An Apatosaurus rears its head
Social Security likely to become big issue again
Creation of a bipartisan commission is the most favored suggestion. WASHINGTON (AP) — Three years
Worried about curfew, teen does his best Santa, gets stuck in chimney
ROYAL OAK, Mich. (AP) — A teenager worried about coming in past curfew did his best Santa Claus and
When kids fly alone
When kids fly alone Airline officials say the holidays are second only to summer in the number of
Exiled Pakistani leader to return
At least 35 people were killed in suicide attacks Saturday. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) — President
Checking out Vegas
Checking out Vegas Vegas.com claims to have 2.7 million visitors to its site every month and has
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY MOUNTAINEER RACE TRACK AND GAMING RESORT 1st—Ruled (Stokes)
Agency investigates owner of escaped lion
Private owners are exempt from federal licensing, one expert said. PIKETON, Ohio (AP) — An animal
EVENTS On tap so far
Some events planned in western Pennsylvania in 2008 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Is it better to buy an expensive old advertising piece or an inexpensive new one? It depends on why
Is it better to buy an expensive old advertising piece or an inexpensive new one? It depends on why
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses James N. Ciletti, 26, of 1644 Henn Hyde, Warren, and
hPest repellent pledges to work in safe way
hPest repellent pledges to work in safe way A new nontoxic pest repellent lets you shoo away
Police to expand program to scan license plates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh police plan to expand a program that allows cameras mounted on police
School rebuild plans proceed
The state is picking up 80 percent of Youngstown’s rebuilding program. YOUNGSTOWN — It will
Proceed cautiously on sale of Upper Girard Lake
Proceed cautiously on sale of Upper Girard Lake Girard City Council’s agreement to advertise for
‘JEWELS IN THE CROWN: ALL-STAR DUETS WITH THE QUEEN’
‘JEWELS IN THE CROWN: ALL-STAR DUETS WITH THE QUEEN’ Aretha Franklin (Arista) Grade: A Pity
Led by Pat White, WVU corrals 10th
The No. 4 Mountaineers clinched the Big East title and a berth in the BCS. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP)
A snapsnot of policies by airlines
Some carriers won’t take children under 5 without an adult. Airlines have different policies
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
Holiday shopping starts strong
Many see Black Friday as setting a tone for the holiday shopping season. NEW YORK (AP) — The
Romero, Pa. writer team up for horror anthology
The first story will begin filming Monday. CONNELLSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — The creator of “Night of the
Kent St. falls to Buffalo in OT, 30-23
Ohio University topped Miami of Ohio and Western Michigan beat Temple. KENT — Buffalo’s Drew
23 clerics elevated to rank of cardinal
They were to receive their cardinal rings today. VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Benedict XVI elevated 23
COLLEGE FOOTBALL
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Other Division III games St. John Fisher 38, Curry 7 PITTSFORD, N.Y. — James
Islanders 2, Bruins 1
Islanders 2, Bruins 1 UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Andy Hilbert and Richard Park, who came in with one goal
Forum Health Women & Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & Infants Pavilion Candace Nuby, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 23. Lynda and Ben
Zherdev’s goal in shootout lifts Blue Jackets past Detroit
The Red Wings tied it by scoring two goals within five seconds. COLUMBUS (AP) — Nikolai Zherdev
Racy phone number mix-up proves latest gaffe for Dann to handle
Also this month, Dann was asked to publicly apologize for an e-mail he sent. COLUMBUS — One
Beating victim remains critical
YOUNGSTOWN – Robert Walton, 29, remained in critical condition in St. Elizabeth Health Center on
Online auctions boost live industry
In the past four years, real estate auctions have increased by 39 percent. WAYNESBURG, Pa. (AP) —
AREA
AREA No Curbstone YOUNGSTOWN — There will be no Curbstone Coaches meeting Monday because of the
BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL Continental Basketball Association BUTTE DAREDEVILS—Signed Martane Freeman. EAST
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston101.909—
Hamas shocked by Arabs
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas said Saturday it was shocked Arab countries have decided to
Howard defeated in Australian election
He had rejected plans to withdraw troops from Iraq. SYDNEY, Australia (AP) — Conservative Prime
Notre Dame defeats YSU men, 87-75
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Luke Harangody had 25 points, Kyle McAlarney added 23 and Notre Dame
Study: Minority teachers still underrepresented
Schools are struggling to attract diverse staff members. CLEVELAND (AP) — Minority teachers
No. 15 Texas 97, No. 7 Tennessee 78
No. 15 Texas 97, No. 7 Tennessee 78 NEWARK, N.J. — D.J. Augustin scored 23 points, A.J. Abrams had
Dog from animal shelter saves new owner from fire
Dog from animal shelter saves new owner from fire BOISE, Idaho — Sometimes rescuers need to be
Exhibit opens at post office
The Holocaust/WWII exhibit has the blessing of a rabbi. DELPHOS, Ohio (AP) — A former postmaster
James’ third ‘triple’ propels Cavs
His third triple-double this season led the Cavs’ 111-108 victory over Toronto. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Texas A&M 60, Indiana 48
Texas A&M 60, Indiana 48 CHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S. Virgin Islands — Takia Starks scored 17 points to
Ohio State women stay unbeaten, gain final
COLUMBUS (AP) — Marscilla Packer scored 22 points and No. 15 Ohio State advanced to the final of its
Supper club’s ex-workers seek memorial on site
Ideas and funding for the memorial are being worked on, a former employee said. SOUTHGATE, Ky.
No. 4 Southern Illinois 30, Eastern Illinois 11
No. 4 Southern Illinois 30, Eastern Illinois 11 CARBONDALE, Ill. — Nick Hill threw for two
No. 19 Tennessee 52, Kentucky 50, 4OT
No. 19 Tennessee 52, Kentucky 50, 4OT LEXINGTON, Ky. — Resilient Tennessee is back on top in the
Wildfire destroys 35 homes
Up to 14,000 people were evacuated. MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Blue ocean. Burned hills. The view
Ballooning costs of helium affect party retailers
The gas is a limited natural resource on Earth. Customers don’t believe balloon-seller Darlene
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