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Arsonist gets prison sentence for setting North Side fires
YOUNGSTOWN — A serial arsonist has been sentenced to six years in prison for a total of 15 vacant
Howland lends financial support to economic development director post
HOWLAND — Amid an agenda of year-end bookkeeping by trustees was a commitment to hiring a two-county
3 people file to fill vacant seat on Niles school board
NILES — Three candidates have applied to fill the board of education seat vacated by the surprise
Youngstown, machine shop owner at odds on road extension for YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s attempt to seize and demolish a machine shop under eminent domain for a
PUCO approves Trumbull County 911 plan, releases $1.5M
WARREN — The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has approved the Trumbull County 911 plan, meaning
Dying Austintown? No way, folks say
AUSTINTOWN — There’s more to the township than meets the eye, or even the U.S. Census. That’s how
Manufacturer of church envelopes buys McClurg Road plant
BOARDMAN — AmericanChurch Inc., a manufacturer of church-offering envelopes and stationery, has
Columbiana commissioners approve money for jail security cameras
LISBON — Nothing says it’s time for a security upgrade like unnoticed escaping prisoners jumping off
Shoplifter hits sex shop
YOUNGSTOWN — A man shoplifted a sex device at the Adult Toy and Gift Store on Market Street then ran out the door to a waiting car, police said.
North Jackson man injured in Youngstown knife-sword fight
YOUNGSTOWN — Two men who had been in a knife and sword fight inside a Bessemer Street house were
Trumbull housing authority to construct senior citizen apartment building
WARREN — A Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority will begin construction on a 40-unit senior
Funds awarded to clients of deceased Trumbull Co. lawyer
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court’s Board of Commissioners of the Clients’ Security Fund has awarded
BMV changes procedure for getting certain permits
COLUMBUS — Beginning Monday, the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles and the Ohio State Highway Patrol
Informational meeting set on regional volunteer search group
YOUNGSTOWN — An informational meeting for those interested in training for the U.S. SARR Corps, a
Strickland’s popular, but his approval rating is slipping
COLUMBUS — Although Gov. Ted Strickland remains popular among Ohioans and appears poised for re-
Warren Harding offers family swim sessions
WARREN — Family swim sessions will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and Dec. 19 at the new Warren G.
Austintown 5th-fastest dying town in U.S. says Forbes
AUSTINTOWN — The township has been ranked the fifth fastest-dying town in America.
Racino will determine plant size
HILLSVILLE, Pa. – Mahoning Township supervisors may downsize a planned sewage treatment plant.
No tax increase in Lawrence County next year
The 2009 Lawrence County proposed budget doesn’t increase property taxes
GOP still uneasy over $15B auto deal
Lordstown’s mayor delivered letters from village school kids to the federal lawmakers to put a
S. Range holds off Cowboys
Chaney whittled a 15-point second-half deficit to two, but lost the game at the foul line.
Dem caucus reopens Senate search
Expanding the search will ‘ensure we have a wider and more diverse pool of candidates,’ the Senate
Canfield defenders ignite first win
After a sluggish start, the Cardinals rolled past Struthers, 71-45. STRUTHERS — One staple of
Howland surges to beat Liberty
Jared Kirin and Kyle Spence each scored 18 for the Tigers. LIBERTY — In a game of scoring
Commissioner pleads guilty to theft
The state auditor said the health commissioner was using county money for personal gain.
Ward touts benefits of being vocal
The freshman basketball player isn’t shy with words on the court. YOUNGSTOWN — There are
Body-dragging suspect free on bond
More charges are ‘highly unlikely,’ a prosecutor said. YOUNGSTOWN — The dragging death of a
Girl shares Christmas with toy drive
An Austintown girl said helping less-fortunate children to have a good Christmas is the best gift
Suspect in 1979 murder arrested
This case doesn’t rely as much on scientific evidence as other recent cold cases, the police chief
Rochester’s March looking for extra time on the court
Youngstown State University’s junior has taken on a leadership role with the team. YOUNGSTOWN
Liberty-YSU partnership to benefit students
The YSU student-teaching program will mean college credit for Liberty students. YOUNGSTOWN —
Size of sewer plant depends on racino
Supervisors also passed a 2009 township budget with no tax increase. HILLSVILLE, Pa. –
With special cupcakes, let the party begin!
Dear Readers: Looking for creative birthday-cake ideas for your child’s next birthday party? Do you
Parents announce Samsa-Golubic engagement
• The engagement and plans for the comig marriage of Tristan Lynn Samsa and Dennis Golubic Jr., and
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 10, the 345th day of 2008. There are 21 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 10, the 345th day of 2008. There are 21 days left in the year. On this date
Ford relies on loans secured in ’06 to bypass taxpayer aid
Ford officials said they are confident that the borrowing will get them through the recession.
Automakers paying for sins of banks?
The industry is an easy target partly because it favored SUVS and resisted a shift to smaller, more
CHRISTMAS GOALS
Special to The Vindicator CHRISTMAS GOALS: Witmer’s Inc., on state Route 14 between Salem and
Automakers grilled while financial institutions feast
Editorial: Automakers grilled while financial institutions feast “Federal regulators said Tuesday they are
Mother wants romantic relationship to end
Dear Annie: I am a 43-year-old woman. Seven years ago, I met a lovely, caring man and we are
Spice for life:
Spice for life: Tis the season for flavoring with cinnamon ’Tis the season for cinnamon,
Gourmet group has its merry little dinner
It’s fun to get together with friends and family, no matter what time of year it is, but sharing
Smash and Dash attack has Panthers aiming for playoffs
DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart sizzled in Monday’s win over Tampa Bay. CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Yankees GM, Sabathia to meet
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Yankees general manager Brian Cashman left the winter meetings Tuesday and traveled
kYoungstown State freshman basketball player Ashen Ward isn’t shy with words on the court.
kYoungstown State freshman basketball player Ashen Ward isn’t shy with words on the court. page
Indians offer former Cubs ace Wood two-year pact to be closer
The Chicago pitcher had 34 saves in 2008, but has dealt with numerous injuries. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Video clerks power new movie site
SAN FRANCISCO — Even as technology threatens the survival of video rental stores, serial
Scandal is big headache for the president-elect
WASHINGTON (AP) — Though Barack Obama isn’t accused of anything, the charges against his home-state
Canfield team breaks a McKinley Relays record
CANTON — The Canfield High swimming team competed recently at the 23rd McKinley Relays. The relay
Forbes: Township is fifth-fastest dying
AUSTINTOWN — The township has been ranked the fifth fastest-dying town in America by Forbes
Youngstown State University will substantially reduce the pay of the president of its Association of
Youngstown State University will substantially reduce the pay of the president of its Association of
Springfield needs OT to defeat Brookfield
McDonald, Columbiana and East Palestine earned victories. NEW MIDDLETOWN — Todd Kibby scored 18
“No one has the right to use this tragic incident as an alibi for actions of raw violence, for
Opinion: “No one has the right to use this tragic incident as an alibi for actions of raw violence, for
Nutritionists assault us with words of warning
Not to be a grinch about it, but we’re amid the most dangerous six weeks of the year, diet-wise.
Jay Leno to host prime-time show
NEW YORK (AP) — Jay Leno is staying at NBC, and he’s moving to prime time. The network announced
Ill. governor faces bribery, fraud charges
The governor schemed to sell Barack Obama’s vacant Senate seat, prosecutors said. CHICAGO (AP) —
“Little Spirit: Christmas in New York” (8 p.m., NBC): NBC weighs in with the
“Little Spirit: Christmas in New York” (8 p.m., NBC): NBC weighs in with the lighthearted “Little
Oprah: I’ve hit 200; I’m embarrassed
CHICAGO — When it comes to her weight, Oprah Winfrey has always been straightforward. The talk-
Mumbai attacks meant to hurt peace
Opinion: Watching the horrific Mumbai terrorist attacks play out on television made me recall something
For some people, rules just don’t apply
Opinion: O.J. Simpson has attracted less attention by being declared “guilty” in Nevada than he did by being
Clinton will have her hands full
Opinion: Hillary Rodham Clinton will have no shortage of issues to take on as secretary of State. She steps
Report blasts FCC chairman
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a scathing report released Tuesday, congressional investigators outlined a
REGION
REGION Job services officials to be at GM Lordstown LORDSTOWN — The Ohio Job & Family Services
Bush’s record has some positive aspects
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Some days it just doesn’t pay to get up in the morning. President Bush must have felt
Southern autoworkers worried
Foreign-owned auto plants could be impacted by a collapse of GM. SMYRNA, Tenn. (AP) — The foreign
Sony to cut 4 percent of workers
TOKYO (AP) — Sony Corp. is slashing 4 percent of its worldwide work force, reining in spending and
Icebreakers, friends get to steppin’ to raise funds
The group will be at the Steelers/Browns game Dec. 28 to continue raising money. YOUNGSTOWN —
Dow turns cautious in wake of 2-day rally
A bleak forecast from FedEx unnerved investors. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street turned cautious
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: BOARDMAN Dec. 5 Misuse of a credit card: An
COURT APPEARANCE: Bryce D. Burke, left, of Canfield, and his lawyer J. Gerald Ingram appear for
COURT APPEARANCE: Bryce D. Burke, left, of Canfield, and his lawyer J. Gerald Ingram appear for
Ruffalo’s brother dies a week after shooting
Ruffalo’s brother dies a week after shooting BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — The brother of actor Mark
Wie: Muddled future begins with clean slate
The 19-year-old golfer still must deal with heavy expectations. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) —
Mustard greens 101
Mustard greens 101 Mustard greens, a relative of the cabbage family, are a staple of the cuisine
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Howland Township Park Commissioners, 5 p.m., 205 Niles-Cortland Road N. E.,
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow kentertainment extra: Debby Boone is best known for her song “You Light Up My
Ohio gets 8 of 10 in disaster readiness
WASHINGTON (AP) — A new study gives Ohio an 8 out of a possible score of 10 for its readiness to
Carter sparks East; Fitch, Mooney fall
Warren JFK edged Kennedy Catholic, 61-60. EAST LIVERPOOL — Kenny Carter scored 14 points Tuesday
Recession tackles NFL staffers
More than 10 percent of headquarters workers are being laid off. NEW YORK (AP) — The recession has
Military faulted in bomb casualties
WASHINGTON — The military ignored steps before the invasion of Iraq that could have prevented the
Cavaliers romp to 9th straight
Cleveland is 12-0 at home after a 114-94 blowout of Toronto. CLEVELAND (AP) — They rewrote part of
Suspect pleads innocent by reason of insanity
Charges so far relate to the theft of weapons from the victim’s house. WARREN — Christopher
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Esteban Curiel, 52, of 209 S. Bruce St., Youngstown, and Maria
Bank to extend loans to help end worker sit-in
CHICAGO (AP) — The creditor of a Chicago plant where laid-off employees are conducting a sit-in to
Bodybuilder’s benefit will help out animals
AUSTINTOWN — A local bodybuilder is having a benefit to raise awareness about misplaced and abused
Raftis’ 21 points lead Allegheny past Thiel
MEADVILLE, Pa. — George Raftis scored 21 points and pulled down 10 rebounds and Allegheny shot 56
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s games
MEN No. 23 Davidson 68, West Virginia 65 NEW YORK — Stephen Curry scored 13 of Davidson’s final
If not Kenya, maybe Mars?
If not Kenya, maybe Mars? Scripps Howard News Service: The Supreme Court has declined to hear an
Police seek 2nd driver in 2-car pedestrian death
GIRARD — Police are still looking for information on a two-car pedestrian accident that took the
Study: U.S. kids gain in math scores
WASHINGTON (AP) — American schoolchildren do better than people think in math and science, but Asian
BASEBALL ROUNDUP News and notes
Mets sign K-Rod: Desperate for a closer, the Mets landed the top one available: Francisco Rodriguez.
Jessica Thompson, Nicholas Schwartz engagement told
• POLAND — Don and Carolyn Thompson, 8 Cortland St., are announcing the engagement of their
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday’s games
Flyers 4, Islanders 3 PHILADELPHIA — Simon Gagne scored a tiebreaking power-play goal with less
Kristen Dominick, Nick Dasovich set June wedding date
• GREENSBORO, N.C. — Kristen Dominick and Nick Dasovich, both of 2602 Regents Park Lane, are engaged
Regime change won’t be rapid
A Browns executive insists owner Randy Lerner will wait until after the season finale before making
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Portis unloads on coach: Redskins running back Clinton Portis unleashed a load of frustration toward
Bill on vegetation removal passes
Townships would be allowed to remove obstacles on private property that block travelers’ sight
NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games
Wizards 107, Pistons 94 WASHINGTON — Caron Butler scored 33 points, Juan Dixon added 16 and Darius
Steelers are winning, aren’t running away
“The only reason it’s a concern is it decreases our chances of winning.” Mike Tomlin Steelers
Roads close for winter
Roads close for winter YOUNGSTOWN — Effective Friday, some roads in Mill Creek Park will be closed
Poland, Salem triumph
POLAND — Niko Fatimus and Ben Donlow scored 18 points each, and Luke Wollet added 16 to lead the
Musicians protest songs’ use in torture
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) — Blaring from a speaker behind a metal grate in his tiny cell
Lawrence budget proposal keeps taxes from increasing
The commissioners said they didn’t want to raise taxes in the bad economy. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — As
Sarah Yeagley, Josh Hergenroder will wed in 2009
• SALEM — Jeff and Cindy Yeagley, of 1894 Bentley Drive, announce the engagement and wedding plans
Church is chosen for DiMuzio-Rega wedding in July
• The engagement of Kristen DiMuzio and Donald Rega, both of 314 Washington St., Mount Pleasant,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
today • Benjamin Firestone American Legion Post 29 in Columbiana has its kitchen open from 11 a.m.
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