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Farrell loses in PIAA semifinals in final minute
WEXFORD — Farrell High’s football season ended one win short of playing for the state championship.
Poland pulls away from Springfield
POLAND — Like most high-performance machines that have been idle for about eight months, the Poland
Reuters: Auto bailout agreement reached
The source said the package totals between $15 billion and $17 billion.
Secretary of state would trim days for early voting
NILES — Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner wants to reduce the number of days of in-person early
Six communities to sue Trumbull over 911 plan
WARREN — Leaders in six communities unhappy with a new Trumbull County plan to handle 911 emergency
City man found shot to death on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Curtis Treharn, found dead behind his Mabel Street home on Friday, had been shot
O.J. Simpson gets at least 15 years in prison
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A broken O.J. Simpson has been sentenced to at least 15 years in prison for a Las
Austintown detectives told of Colts league money missing
AUSTINTOWN— Jeffrey Jones, president of Austintown Colts youth football league, has filed a report
Rogers man dies in Columbiana County crash
COLUMBIANA — Frederick L. Clair II, 40, of Rogers was killed during a two-vehicle crash on state
Sobriety checkpoint set up today until Saturday in Mahoning Co.
A sobriety checkpoint will be somewhere in Mahoning County from 11 p.m. today until 3 a.m. Saturday.
St. E’s, St. Joe’s no longer giving out patient info related to crimes/trauma
YOUNGSTOWN — Effective immediately, no condition information can be released regarding a crime
890 more layoffs at Lordstown; third shift eliminated
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. says it will lay off about 2,000 more factory workers early next year as the U.S. auto sales slump continues to wreak havoc on domestic automakers.
Hubbard High School play canceled this weekend
HUBBARD — The Hubbard High School Play “It’s a Wonderful Life” scheduled for Saturday and Sunday is
Worst job losses since 1974 rattle Wall Street
EW YORK (AP) — News of a rapidly weakening job market put Wall Street on track for a sharply lower open Friday. The Labor Department's report that employers slashed 533,000 jobs in November had investors worrying about a long and deep recession.
East Side fire causes $4,500 damage
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire was found burning in a wall near a bedroom electrical outlet at 122 Ayers St. on
East High educator named Ohio Teacher of the Year
YOUNGSTOWN — Jennifer Walker, a teacher at East High School in Youngstown city schools, was named
YSU men collapse again in 68-57 loss
Youngstown State Basketball The Penguins shot just 26 percent in the second half in losing to
Plea deal made in dead dog case
The prosecutor said animal cruelty is a felony in 45 states, but not Ohio. YOUNGSTOWN — A plea
Cortland defense could test Mt. Union
Both defenses have allowed just 21 total points so far in the playoffs. ALLIANCE — Although
YSU negotiator on leave due to labor pact
The classified employees’ contract that was ratified in July is now stirring up university
Katie Dick ready for next stage
A Cardinal Mooney High graduate and Methodist University senior from New Middletown is preparing to
Zebrasky-Leix to vie in U.S. ice dancing
The pair is one of about 40 novice dancing teams in the nation and the only one in Ohio.
Council OKs loan for housing
U.S. Campus Suites plans to build four student housing complexes. YOUNGSTOWN — City council
Council selects new downtown director
Thirty-nine applied for the city job, but council refused to make the applications public.
Fellows gardens celebrate winter
The Winter Celebration’s highlight is Gardens by Candlelight, Dec. 14. YOUNGSTOWN — More than
the scoop
the scoop johnny depp as riddler? As the Tuesday DVD release of “The Dark Knight” approaches,
Prevailing wage to get hearing
One lawmaker said the Senate will work with the governor to ensure jobs can come to Ohio.
National service needs volunteers
Opinion: The start of the holiday season brings anguish for many families across the country. More Americans
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David L. Boila, 22, of 4843 Westchester Drive #311,
Dodgers eyeing Pirates’ Wilson, but salary is steep
The one hang-up is the shortstop’s $7.25 million salary for next season. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Antonini defends selection process for Senate seat
Opinion: The process to replace John Boccieri in the state Senate hasn’t been easy. Some high-profile names
Fitch sophomores help topple Girard
Marissa Mattozzi led the Falcons with 18 points, 15 of them in the first half of the 63-35 victory.
Sen. Hutchison exploring run for Texas governor
Sen. Hutchison exploring run for Texas governor WASHINGTON — Texas Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison on
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Richard and Jessica Newbern, Austintown, boy, Dec. 3. Julie
‘Dark Knight’ emerges as Oscar contender
‘Dark Knight’ emerges as Oscar contender LOS ANGELES — As the box-office bankroll climbed for “The
2 indicted in home-invasion death
Murder, attempted murder and drug-making charges top the indictment list. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Fire at vacant house considered arson
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire at a vacant house at 58 Tacoma Ave. was intentionally set, according to the fire
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Our Way Home Christian Fellowship, 429 Ohio Ave. (just off Mosier Road in
After two decades, jobs bank on notice
As many as 7,000 to 8,000 workers at General Motors Corp. were in the jobs bank at its peak. NEW
Phantoms getting needed break
Coach Bob Mainhardt said his team needs a rest and time to heal injuries. BOARDMAN — For the first
Hillary Clinton scrambles to reduce campaign debt
NEW YORK (AP) — With just weeks before President-elect Barack Obama is sworn in, his choice for
THURSDAY LOTTERIES
THURSDAY LOTTERIES OHIO Thursday night: Pick 3, 0-1-7 Pick 4, 8-5-3-2 Rolling Cash 5, 8
THURSDAY’S GAMES
THURSDAY’S GAMES GIRLS BASKETBALL WARREN HARDING 47, EAST 40 WARREN HARDING (2-1) — Ronisha
Trumbull winner to vie for Miss USA
The Trumbull native will represent the state in April.
Zordich, Hughes lead Mooney to 61-45 win over Springfield
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Junior Dominique Zordich had eight of her 18 points in the first quarter and senior
High School Preview \ Wrestling
BOARDMAN Coach: Dom Mancini, 8th season Career record: 31-44 Projected starters: 103 pounds — Ryan
Bankruptcy for Detroit’s Big Three ‘not a viable option,’ lawmaker says
UAW concessions include a willingness to modify job security. WASHINGTON — Two weeks after
Fragrance seller helps Rescue Mission with half of business profits
This local entrepreneur said she thinks the mission will ‘be hit hard this year.’ YOUNGSTOWN —
Investigators date terror plot to SSRq07
There were signs that some of the victims were tortured, police said. NEW DELHI (AP) — A Pakistani
Getting ready to rumble
Getting ready to rumble Tonight’s “Night of Champions” at Yankee Lake Ballroom will feature some
“The Pakistanis are sophisticated; they’ve been dealing with terrorism themselves for
Opinion: “The Pakistanis are sophisticated; they’ve been dealing with terrorism themselves for some time. So
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Weathersfield Township trustees, caucus session, 10 a.m., township administration
Columbiana Co. 4-H honors volunteers and supporters
WINONA — Columbiana County 4-H volunteers and supporters received recognition at a banquet Nov. 15
Dinner show features the Seraphim Chorus
Dinner show features the Seraphim Chorus YOUNGSTOWN — Back by popular demand, The Seraphim Chorus
House gives glimpse of Victorian holiday
The display is meant to show Christmas of generations long gone. GIRARD — History buffs,
Israeli soldiers drag settlers out of house
Some of the settlers threw acid, police said. HEBRON, West Bank (AP) — Israeli soldiers and police
Downtown road closing
Downtown road closing YOUNGSTOWN — Boardman Street between Hazel Street and Vindicator Square will
“Greatest Holiday Moments: TV & Film Countdown” (8 p.m., NBC): “Greatest
“Greatest Holiday Moments: TV & Film Countdown” (8 p.m., NBC): “Greatest Holiday Moments” is a
A hint of optimism
The Ohio senator on the committee that met with the CEOs said he expects a repeat of the bailout of
Democrats have edge they need in Senate
Opinion: Tuesday’s Senate runoff victory in Georgia gave Republicans a small bright spot after their
Happy ending to Gilea case renews faith in our system
Editorial: Freedom for a Boardman man after a long and harrowing immigration battle must rank as one of the
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The current salary of George J. Tablack, Mahoning County administrator, is
Wyle hopes ‘Librarian’ franchise continues
Noah Wyle has had to prepare himself for what could be the end of a popular television franchise.
Stalemate in California may be cracking
Opinion: The California Legislature reconvened Monday with a couple of dozen truly new members — not counting
Game time
Who: Phantoms vs. U.S. National Team When: 7 p.m., Dec. 12 Where: Ann Arbor (Mich.) Ice Cube Radio:
Road out of Iraq
Scripps Howard: The U.S.-Iraq pact passed a key, and perhaps final, hurdle when Iraq’s three-member
Retail sales drop in November
Most retailers will have a difficult holiday season, an analyst says. NEW YORK (AP) — Retailers —
Data bring stocks down in final hour
NEW YORK (AP) — A period of relative calm on Wall Street ended Thursday as stocks tumbled in the
How will Clinton play on ‘Team of Rivals?’
Opinion: BOSTON — It was a moment bound to give anyone second thoughts about Hillary Clinton’s nomination as
‘Robot Chicken’ attracts the stars
LOS ANGELES — Seth Green and the other makers of the Emmy-winning spoof show “Robot Chicken” — part
New J.K. Rowling book goes on sale
The ‘Harry Potter’ author is donating the royalties to charity. EDINBURGH, Scotland — The
Zimbabwe declares national health emergency
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — Zimbabwe declared a national emergency over a cholera epidemic and the
16 die in Fallujah blasts; 2 soldiers killed in Mosul
BAGHDAD — Explosions tore through two police stations in the western Iraqi city of Fallujah on
Milwaukee topples Detroit in Horizon
Green Bay posted a 57-46 win over Wright State in another league win. MILWAUKEE — Tone Boyle
PURCHASING WITH A PURPOSE
Leah Ifft, of Youngstown, sells home fragrance products for Etherea Aromatics and is giving holiday
Oft-overlooked Dawson seeks 1st Pro Bowl berth
The placekicker has been one of the few bright spots this season for Cleveland. BEREA (AP) — Phil
Star-studded Web video protests Proposition 8
Since Proposition 8 passed in California, much of Hollywood has been up in arms. Now, they are
AMATEUR Boxing At Yankee Lake
178 pounds: Mike Benoit (Columbus) vs. Josh Krosen (Warren) 75: Sheldon Organ (Columbus) vs. Jorge
Chargers cruise past Raiders, 34-7
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Chargers finally looked like world-beaters. It’s probably too late.
Today is Friday, Dec. 5, the 340th day of 2008. There are 26 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 5, the 340th day of 2008. There are 26 days left in the year. On this date in
fellows Riverside gardens | Classes
The gardens offer classes to help people prepare their homes for the holidays. Call Fellows
4 charged in rash of crimes
The crimes included attempted carjackings and robbery. YOUNGSTOWN — Four Trumbull County
Bidding to open for space for county courts
A commissioner wants to look at court consolidation. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
A small-ball guide for deep stacked tournaments
You probably know by now that I’m a proponent of small ball poker. It’s a technique that allows you
Officials doubt NAFTA will be renegotiated
CHOLULA, Mexico (AP) — President-elect Barack Obama’s pick for commerce secretary, Bill Richardson,
Sykora, Crosby lead Penguins to 5-2 victory over Hurricanes
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins found a simple way to hold on to a lead, for a change:
Employers announce 20,000 job cuts
A round of more than 15,000 layoffs announced Thursday by AT&T Inc., DuPont and Viacom Inc. suggests
Fed chief pleads for more housing relief
The weak housing market has affected overall economic activity, Bernanke said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Shooting suspect’s bond is reduced
The suspect’s bond was reduced with conditions. SHARON, Pa. — A man charged in a shooting has
Contributed photo
Contributed photo SKATING FOR NATIONAL TITLE: The novice ice dancing team of Tom Zebrasky of
If Ball State wins title, it still loses in the BCS
Area starters for Ball State are center Dan Gerberry and safety Sean Baker. DETROIT (AP) — Ball
Local-government workers hit hard by budget squeezes
Cities and counties around Ohio are planning to shed government workers as falling tax revenues
NBA roundup \ Thursday’s game
Mavericks 112, Suns 97 DALLAS — Dirk Nowitzki matched his season high with 39 points and new
nhl roundup \ Thursday’s other games
Capitals 5, Islanders 2 WASHINGTON — Desperate for firepower, the injury-laden Capitals received
Happiness is contagious, study says
LONDON (AP) — When you’re smiling, the whole world really does smile with you. A paper being
Bushes to return to old Dallas neighborhood
DALLAS — President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush will return to old friends and the
Top 25 roundup \ Thursday’s game
MEN No. 2 Connecticut 68, Buffalo 64 AMHERST, N.Y. — Hasheem Thabeet had 21 points and 18
Amateur boxing card set tonight
Talented boxers from Ohio and Kentucky are billed at Yankee Lake Ballroom. BROOKFIELD —
School appeals order to raise pay
The filing says complying with a state ruling would damage the school district financially.
Mistrial declared in tobacco lawsuit
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A Broward Circuit Court judge declared a mistrial Thursday in a landmark
Asbestos removal delays demolition of Liberty inn
Delayed demolition and the economy are freezing interest in the Ramada site. LIBERTY — Economic
Burdman Group thanks 14 companies for help
The work included a handicapped-accessible ramp at the shelter. BOARDMAN — Burdman Group Inc.
Niles school board member resigns
NILES — Dori Gatta MacMillan, who has served less than one year of her four-year term on the board
Area colleges Thursday’s game
WOMEN Slippery Rock 111, Salem (W.Va.), 39 SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. — Senior guard Amanda Nero, a
Business news digest
REGION Spectrum Metal Finishing to pay $20,000 to OEPA BOARDMAN — Spectrum Metal Finishing has
Fanatic soccer fan doesn’t realize he is a loser
Dear Annie: I’ve been married 34 years. My husband is a soccer fan, as in fanatic. When our children
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS • N.A.R.F.E. invites all active and retired federal employees and their spouses to a
Cleaning miniblinds: an open-and-shut case
Dear Heloise: What is the best and easiest way to clean miniblinds? Debra Johnson, via e-mail It
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