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9th annual Jabali celebration Friday at YSU
The event also will be a celebration and thanksgiving for President-elect Barack Obama
YSU men’s rally falls short vs. Butler
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State men’s basketball team put together its best 40 minutes Saturday
Ursuline girls wear down East in 66-54 win
YOUNGSTOWN — With a rotation that runs 10 deep, Ursuline High girls basketball coach Sean Durkin’s
Summers named YSU football MVP
YOUNGSTOWN — Junior quarterback Brandon Summers was named the John Delserone Most Valuable Player,
Mount Union dominates Cortland in NCAA playoffs
ALLIANCE – Mount Union College football coach Larry Kehres says the same thing every year when asked
Shop chairman fears economy hasn’t hit bottom
Lordstown is eliminating the midnight shift and shutting down for all of January. LORDSTOWN —
YSU labor leader’s pay raise is probed
ACE President Ivan Maldonado saw increases totaling about 75 percent in the past two fiscal years,
Congress, White House consider $15B in loans for auto industry
Bush urged a gridlocked Congress to act quickly on a bailout — with taxpayer protections.
Christmas tree brightens city
A holiday tradition brings multicolored merriment to downtown Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN — Brave
6 community leaders support 911 lawsuit
Litigation may be filed as early as next week. WARREN — Leaders in six communities unhappy
The fourth St. Columba continues as center of faith, tribute to heritage
YOUNGSTOWN — Called the mother church of the diocese or bishop’s church because it is home to the
Girard forgoes creating water oversight panel
Mayor Melfi had threatened to veto legislation creating the committee. GIRARD — For now, there
Buffalo upsets Ball State
The unbeaten Cardinals gave the ball away four times in their first loss. DETROIT (AP) — Ball
Friday's results
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Warren Harding 90, East 53 East Palestine 46,
Train owner returns to town for presentation
The locomotive aficionado will discuss his historical rail cars Sunday. GUSTAVUS — It’s been
Brunner suggests voting changes
Trumbull election officials are concerned about the proposal. NILES — Secretary of State
Tribe’s Tomo Ohka signed for minors
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians signed pitcher Tomo Ohka to a minor league contract Friday, a
Salon offers free cuts for military families
Military personnel or their families are asked to call (330) 758-4991 to schedule appointments.
Varejao ‘wigs out’ against Indiana in Cavs’ 97-73 win
CLEVELAND (AP) — The wigs were fake. Everything else about the Cleveland Cavaliers was very real.
Niles OT winner over Boardman
NILES — Ryan Frantz scored 28 points and Cory Floyd added 16 to lead Niles High to a 63-58 overtime
Submit services for Christmas
Submit services for Christmas The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open to
BUNDLED BABES: Zoe Miller, left, and Kasia Miller were snug in comfy caps and puffy winter coats on
BUNDLED BABES: Zoe Miller, left, and Kasia Miller were snug in comfy caps and puffy winter coats on
Dallas Stars’ Avery draws six-game ban
He was suspended for making a crude comment about his ex-girlfriends. NEW YORK (AP) — Sean Avery
Heart patients get ‘big chill’ treatment
Doctors try cooling people to limit damage from cardiac arrest. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — It took five
Today is Saturday, Dec. 6, the 341st day of 2008. There are 25 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Saturday, Dec. 6, the 341st day of 2008. There are 25 days left in the year. On this date
Dad’s comment left her feeling hurt and unappreciated
Dear Annie: I am 48 years old and my brother is a year older. I have always helped my parents with
Farrell falls, 24-21, as Clairton scores in final minute
WEXFORD — Farrell High’s football season ended one win short of playing for the state championship.
Harding christens new home with romp
The Raiders overwhelmed the East Panthers, 90-53. WARREN — The Warren Harding High basketball
Man pleads guilty to one of 3 murder
UPPER SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) — A northern Ohio man charged in the slayings of three women pleaded
Mended Hearts seats officers at brunch
Mended Hearts seats officers at brunch BOARDMAN — Officers of Mended Heart, Chapter 7, for the
Election shouldn’t change policy
Opinion: When Barack H. Obama is sworn in Jan. 20 as the nation’s first biracial president, will that historic event signal the end of affirmative action?
Kentucky is ordered to clear record of man in girl’s slaying
The inmate is serving a life sentence in Ohio, where the prosecutor said he’s not getting out.
Don’t forget to pack for pets traveling over the holidays
Dear Readers: Is your pet a part of your upcoming travel plans for the holidays? Be sure you pack
Investigators ask to see Pierce and doctor in case
The doctor who treated Plaxico Burress’ injury from a gunshot failed to report the incident. EAST
HISTORY AND HERITAGE: The Rev. John E. Keehner, rector of St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown,
HISTORY AND HERITAGE: The Rev. John E. Keehner, rector of St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown,
CEO of Ohio health insurer dies in plane crash
CLEVELAND (AP) — The chief executive of the Medical Mutual of Ohio health insurance company died in
Faith is anchor in tough times
When you are in the struggles of life, and your strength is weak, the testing of your faith seems
“Thus, We settled Abraham at the site of the House. Do not associate anything with Me, and
“Thus, We settled Abraham at the site of the House. Do not associate anything with Me, and purify My
Ohio’s deer-gun season to be extended an additional weekend
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s popular deer-gun season will run an additional weekend, Dec. 20 and 21, according
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): JABALI!, an annual event at
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): JABALI!, an annual event at Youngstown State
Hutton leads cast of TNT’s ‘Leverage’
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Timothy Hutton has starred in two television shows that were quirky in
Holiday gift ideas for conservationists
If you’re trying to save money this holiday shopping season, consider buying products from
at zion lutheran Upcoming programs
ZION LUTHERAN Church activities Activities continue at Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road,
Ivan maldonado
Ivan maldonado Salary changes Here are the changes in salary for Ivan Maldonado, Association of
Ohio broker found guilty in fraud scam
COLUMBUS (AP) — A jury has found a Northeast Ohio securities broker guilty of 68 felonies in a fraud
Families of 9/11 victims to attend tribunals
Five victims’ relatives are selected to witness each tribunal session. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP)
REALITY HITS HOME
William Downs thought his future was secure when he transferred from Missouri to the Lordstown car
Zion Lutheran pastor resigns amid misconduct allegations
YOUNGSTOWN — The Rev. Dale Giffin has resigned as pastor at Zion Lutheran Church at the bishop’s
Man pleads guilty to one of 3 murders
UPPER SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) — A northern Ohio man charged in the slayings of three women pleaded
Poland has slow start, fast finish to roll
Friday’s High School Highlights The Bulldogs used a 14-0 run to trigger a 75-54 victory over
Bills may play more than once a year in Toronto
Phil Lind said the Buffalo Bills could become a true two-city entity in the NFL. TORONTO (AP) —
Oil prices drop to four-year low
If oil drops an additional $10 a barrel, gas prices could dip below $1 a gallon. COLUMBUS (AP) —
M.I.A. pops with hit song and Grammy nomination
NEW YORK — Though M.I.A. has been hailed by critics since she made her debut in 2005, her fiery
Austintown Colts official reports theft to police
Austintown Colts official reports theft to police AUSTINTOWN — Jeffrey Jones, president of
Richness comes from being satisfied
Opinion: GUILDERLAND, N.Y. — We are concerned about the economy. We worry about the stock market,
Eugenics for soccer moms
Eugenics for soccer moms Dallas Morning News: Are you the kind of parent who will spare no expense
Somebody has got to stop the madness in Zimbabwe
Editorial: Now, the people of the southern African nation of Zimbabwe are dying from a cholera epidemic. What
Missouri could make amends tonight
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Just one more win, that’s all Missouri needed last season. Beat Oklahoma and
Anne Heche is pregnant
Anne Heche is pregnant NEW YORK — Anne Heche is having another baby. The father is her boyfriend
Team Obama isn’t easy to understand
Opinion: The big story recently — except for, you know, that recession thing — has been Barack Obama’s new
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Secretary of State Condoleezza
Diplomatic machine needs to be rebuilt
Opinion: At first glance, President-elect Barack Obama’s new national-security team of experienced
“Flirting With Forty” (9 p.m., Lifetime): Heather Locklear plays a love-starved divorcee
“Flirting With Forty” (9 p.m., Lifetime): Heather Locklear plays a love-starved divorcee in the TV
NHL ROUNDUP \ Friday’s games
Stars 2, Avalanche 1, SO DALLAS — Mike Modano scored in the fourth round of a shootout, and Marty
Economic recession has a silver lining
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Inside every recession there’s a silver lining and in this one it’s falling oil prices,
Overdue loans, foreclosures rise
A worsening economy is delaying the end of the housing crisis. WASHINGTON (AP) — A record one in
For now, five NFL players get OK
NFL SUSPENsions After hearing both sides in the case, a federal judge said he needed more time to
Stewart-Boddie wedding plans are announced
• Brandi Renee Stewart, 816 Easley St., Silver Spring, Md., and James Alfred Boddie, HHC Garrison
Secret Santas dole out $100 bills on city streets
The only condition is that the receivers pass on the kindness. ST. LOUIS (AP) — At a suburban
Wall Street closes up after jobless report
The Dow recovered nearly all of the losses from Monday’s major slide. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street
Public’s right to know under attack
Opinion: The Ohio Supreme Court is deciding whether to approve a special commission’s proposed rules to
November sees record job cuts
The nation’s unemployment rate reached a 15-year high as companies slashed jobs. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Bank of America, Merrill shareholders OK merger
A former Merrill Lynch executive blasted a former CEO. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Shareholders of
Army seeks to end Navy domination of rivalry
Navy became the first team in the series to win six straight last year. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The
Sheila George sets Jan. wedding date with Stephen Dill
• NEW SPRINGFIELD — Mandy Pachner, of 2571 Columbiana Road, announces the engagement of her
Parents announce Digman-Ashton wedding plans
• The engagement of Jacqueline Marie Digman and Jeffrey Michael Ashton, both of 3192 Kingston Lane,
Today is Sunday, Dec. 7, the 342nd day of 2008. There are 24 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, Dec. 7, the 342nd day of 2008. There are 24 days left in the year. On this date in
Dems ask Obama to spread his wealth
Obama raised more than $745 million during his presidential campaign. WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats
Democrats want more action out of president-elect
WASHINGTON (AP) — With bad economic news stacking up like cord wood, President-elect Barack Obama is
Newspaper seeks buyer
DENVER (AP) — Rocky Mountain News Editor John Temple said Friday he isn’t giving up hope that a
U.S. spells out mission under new pact with Iraq
U.S. soldiers will still be able to defend themselves, a general said. BAGHDAD (AP) — The top U.S.
Indian official admits ‘lapses’
MUMBAI, India (AP) — India’s top law enforcement official admitted Friday there were government
O.J. Simpson gets 33 years in armed robbery case
Simpson’s lawyer suggested again that his client was a victim of payback for his acquittal in Los
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo BE PREPARED: Al Kindler, foreman of the “candy butchers” at Columnist Esther
Robbers in drag get millions in Paris diamond heist
PARIS (AP) — Armed robbers wearing women’s wigs and clothing made off with diamond rings, gem-
Border official accused of hiring illegal workers
Border official accused of hiring illegal workers BOSTON — A top Homeland Security official in
Employee says probe of ‘Plumber’ was hidden
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state employee directed to run a records check on “Joe the Plumber” told Ohio
St. Nicholas’ Day Festival is today at St. James Episcopal Church
BOARDMAN — St. James Episcopal Church, 7640 Glenwood Ave., will have its fifth annual St. Nicholas’
At least the fishing is better nowadays
It’s good to look back to acknowledge that even when it seems the sky is falling, we have much for
Greater Eid marks the end of annual pilgrimage
Eid-ul-Adha “Celebration of Sacrifice,” also known as the Greater Eid, is an important holiday in
Police probing South Side homicide
Elsewhere, two arrests were made in a Nov. 12 murder. YOUNGSTOWN — Curtis Treharn, found dead
Business news digest
NATION Caterpillar downsizes contract workers PEORIA, Ill. — Caterpillar Inc. has started
st. columba cathedral \ Details about the church
St. Columba Cathedral, 154 W. Wood St., Youngstown, is marking its 50th year in its current
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Chael T. Soto, 22, of 273 North Heights Ave., Youngstown, and
TODAY
TODAY Nightlife Emmaus, 7-9 p.m., Atmosphere Cafe, 815 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles; (330) 652-
Bush OKs easing of gun law for parks
WASHINGTON — Some visitors to the nation’s parks and wildlife refuges will be allowed to carry
Kirin, Spence keys for Tigers
Jon Ballard led Fitch in the 87-80 loss. Youngstown Christian, West Branch and Mathews were also
Crestview edges W. Reserve in overtime
BERLIN CENTER — Jakob Leon scored 25 points Friday to lead the Crestview High basketball team to a
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