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Man injured in car-train collision in Beloit
BELOIT — A truck traveling eastbound on state Route 165 collided with a train early Monday evening.
Pens fall to Sabres
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Thomas Vanek’s go-ahead goal, his NHL-best 20th of the season, completed a rally
Traficant heading home after eight years in federal prison
YOUNGSTOWN — Jimbo’s coming home. On March 9, ex-congressman James A. Traficant Jr., called Jimbo
Warren council revisits proposal for cameras to catch speeders
WARREN — Several council members say they agree on the need for cameras to cut down speeding
Austintown company announces permanent layoffs
AUSTINTOWN— More layoffs lay ahead for 101 employees at Comprehensive Logistics, a company that
Howland school board mulls new state academic requirement
HOWLAND — School board members are seeking a way to comply with a 2014 state requirement without
Retrial begins for man linked to 2002 death of Austintown woman
YOUNGSTOWN — Jury selection began today for the retrial of Christopher Anderson in the June 2002
Boccieri replacement to be named next week
The Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus is expected to select the replacement for outgoing state Sen. John
Man charged in body-dragging case
YOUNGSTOWN — A summons has been issued to the man detectives believe drove away with a body
FBI, Hermitage police search for bank robber
HERMITAGE, Pa. — Police and the FBI continue looking for the man who robbed the Citizens Bank on
Ohio Commission on African American Males hearing scheduled for Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — As part of a statewide initiative to obtain information on the challenges facing black
Ohio OKs $2.6 million in incentives for V&M Star Steel
The Ohio Tax Credit Authority OK’d tax incentives valued at an estimated $2.6 million for a steel
Stonewall center vandalized on its opening
YOUNGSTOWN — On its grand opening, someone walking by Stonewall Community Center at 1523 Poland Ave.
Town hall meeting for Youngstown 3rd Ward residents
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Councilman Jamael Tito Brown will hold a town hall meeting for residents of
Wean Foundation announces latest SUCCESS grants
WARREN — The Raymond John Wean Foundation announces the award of its latest round of Neighborhood
Vacant house burns on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Heavy fire was showing from the first floor to the attic at 616 W. Delason Ave. on the
WORTH A LOOK | Area events open to the public
bingo, card parties • Guilford Lake Ruritan, state Route 172 at Hanna Drive, Guilford Lake, will
Senator to GM chief: Move on
The president-elect said auto executives have ignored longtime problems. CHICAGO (AP) — A senator
Does jail crisis loom for county?
A commissioner said the county needs 150 revenue-generating prisoners to keep the jail open.
Retiring planner has faith in panel
There are limits to how much government can do to help businesses grow, says the outgoing director.
OSU accepts Fiesta Bowl
COLUMBUS (AP) — For the fifth time in the last seven years, Ohio State is headed back to the Arizona
Steelers snag win from the Cowboys
Pittsburgh scored its only two TDs 24 seconds apart to rally to a 20-13 win and hamper Dallas’
Warren safety forces scramble to save jobs
The Parkman Road and Atlantic Street fire stations are likely to close on a rotating basis.
Spreading cheer in Boardman
A sing-along with more than 20 songs added to the festivities. BOARDMAN — It may have been a
Tribe’s Shapiro will be eyeing a relief pitcher at winter meetings
LAS VEGAS — The winter meetings, which begin today at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino, haven’t had a
At Angela’s House, kids connect
Children who visit the place find a homelike atmosphere. YOUNGSTOWN — On the street outside
Browns can’t stop the Titans, 28-9
Tennessee clinched the AFC South championship. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Three more weeks of this?
YSU grad receives honorary degree
The honoree is an expert in the destruction of chemical and biological weapons. YOUNGS-TOWN —
Colts gallop to most lopsided win, 35-3
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Colts cornerback Kelvin Hayden had a perfect read on the Cincinnati Bengals.
Mahoning officials set recycling grant deadline
Mahoning officials set recycling grant deadline YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners set
Panel to Obama: Protect against hackers
WASHINGTON — President-elect Barack Obama should create a new White House office to protect
Pipeline carries conflict
Property owners complain as natural-gas pipelines move into their land. DENVER (AP) — In the
County conservationists accept accolades at annual banquet
Organizers of the Howland Boardwalk project also were honored. CORTLAND — Alan Knapp, Trumbull
His size shouldn’t be a big problem
Dear Annie: I am not a small woman. I weigh close to 200 pounds, and at 5 feet 4 inches, I am
Tips keep scum out of the vase
Dear Heloise: I read the article about cleaning scum out of vases. I am a floral designer, and this
Sooners, Gators eye title
Oklahoma and Florida will meet Jan. 8 in Miami for the BCS national championship. That logjam
Big-screen TVs likely to sell well over the holidays
Some big-screen TVs are selling for lower prices than they were a year ago. KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
Some employers freeze paid days off
Employers are canceling or scaling back holiday celebrations. This year, the Grinch may not
Four-year college degree not an end-all
Opinion: Colleges are becoming unaffordable for many families and are themselves suddenly facing hard times
Fire from trash bin causes $10,000 damage
AUSTINTOWN — Discarded cigarette butts started a fire in a large trash container behind 173 N.
We’re in a recession, and the deficit is going to grow
Editorial: We’re in a recession, and the deficit is going to grow On Friday, President George W. Bush made a
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Monty L. Lester The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
Cardinals 34, Rams 10 GLENDALE, Ariz. — Kurt Warner threw for 279 yards and the defense scored
It’s time for new strategy to fight piracy
Opinion: Somali pirates hijack another boat — or two or three — every day despite the best efforts of the
Democrat wins central Ohio congressional race
COLUMBUS (AP) — Democrat Mary Jo Kilroy won a hotly contested central Ohio congressional race by a
If you go
if you go Who: Tracy Lawrence with Whitey Morgan & the 78’s When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday Where:
The beer industry contributes $7.42 billion to Ohio’s economy.
The beer industry contributes $7.42 billion to Ohio’s economy. Beer Institute
Acclaiming U.S. response to raid
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — With smoke still billowing from the torpedoed ruins of the U.S. fleet at
Nation
Nation Advice for charities NEW YORK — Last year, nearly 38 percent of wealthy givers stopped
U.S. auto industry is vital to the economy
Opinion: For more than 100 years, General Motors has played an instrumental role in America’s manufacturing
SWEDEN
SWEDEN Berlingske Tidende, Copenhagen, Dec. 3: Some Obama supporters may say the average age of
Dems may revisit the fairness doctrine
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Reactionary liberalism, the ideology of many Democrats, holds that inconvenient rights,
“There have been lapses. I would be less than truthful if I said there had been no
Opinion: “There have been lapses. I would be less than truthful if I said there had been no lapses.”
Today is Monday, Dec. 8, the 343rd day of 2008. There are 23 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Monday, Dec. 8, the 343rd day of 2008. There are 23 days left in the year. On this date in
Answers to weekly quiz
Answers to weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA K J 6 3 u10 7 5 2 v9 5 wA K
Ravens top Redskins, eye Pittsburgh next
BALTIMORE (AP) — Given their uneven performance against the Baltimore Ravens, the Washington
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Bazetta Township trustees public hearing on the Proposed Zoning Amendments, 7 p.m.,
Video games give you more bang for your bucks
Video games may seem expensive when compared with other entertainment media, such asDVDs or CDs. But
‘Boston Legal’ not likely to go gently in its finale
No other current scripted TV series is as political, topical or self-referential as ABC’s “Boston
Monday's Best Bets on TV
“The Wiggles” (7 a.m., Disney Channel): It’s time to welcome the new Yellow Wiggle! “The Wiggles,”
Obstacles to AIDS testing
Obstacles to AIDS testing Washington Post: The fear and stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS make it
Mahoning County jail
Mahoning County jail Revenue 2007 Total revenue from paid prisoners: $1,829,982 Portion
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Deutsche Bank National Trust as trustee v. David P. Isenburg et
Miller, wife have a boy
Miller, wife have a boy LOS ANGELES — The wife of “Eli Stone” actor Jonny Lee Miller has given
‘Redneck’ is ‘right song for right time’
Platinum country artist Tracy Lawrence admits he’s kowtowing to his loyal fans with his current
Penguins eye leader on court
The Youngstown State men’s basketball team came into this season with several new faces on the
After police kill teen, riots break out in 2 Greek cities
After police kill teen, riots break out in 2 Greek cities ATHENS, Greece — Hundreds of youths
Streisand, Freeman, others receive honors
WASHINGTON (AP) — Barbra Streisand visited the White House but said beforehand that she’d play nice.
BCS BOWLS SCHEDULE
BCS BOWLS SCHEDULE Thursday, Jan. 1 Rose Bowl (Pasadena, Calif.): Southern Cal (11-1) vs. Penn
NBA ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
Trail Blazers 98, Raptors 97 TORONTO — LaMarcus Aldridge scored 20 points and Steve Blake made a
Clark sparks Louisville past Ohio, 91-56
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville forward Earl Clark had 17 points, 14 rebounds and a career-high eight
49ers finally are clicking, deal Jets second loss in row
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — From lineman Joe Staley’s smart fumble recovery in the end zone to Shaun Hill’s
Steelers steal their way past Cowboys
Steelers steal their way past Cowboys kDeshea Townsend scored on a 26-yard interception return
No. 6 Sooners stay unbeaten
Oklahoma rolled past Tulsa, 69-44, for its eighth victory. TULSA, Okla. — Blake Griffin had 19
In Ohio, officials struggle to enforce smoking ban
DAYTON (AP) — Two years after Ohio voters overwhelmingly passed a smoking ban in public places,
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s women’s games
No. 22 TCU 82, No. 3 California 73 BERKELEY, Calif. — Rachel Rentschler scored 16 of her 24 points
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s late games
No. 4 Oklahoma 62, No. 19 Missouri 21 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Oklahoma became the first team in 89
NHL ROUNDUP
NHL ROUNDUP Sunday’s games Ducks 5, Blue Jackets 3 ANAHEIM, Calif. — Ryan Getzlaf scored twice
PEARLS OF WISDOM
VFW post reflects on impact of ’41 attack Veterans said events such as the one Sunday are
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