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Stories published December 13, 2008
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Hawks end Cleveland’s 11-game winning streak
ATLANTA (AP) — Mike Bibby scored 24 points and Marvin Williams hit the clinching free throws in the
Blue Jackets beat Islanders 3-1
COLUMBUS (AP) — Rookie Steve Mason made 24 saves to lead the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 3-1 victory
Knuble leads Flyers to 6-3 win over Penguins
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Mike Knuble scored twice and the Philadelphia Flyers won their fourth straight
LOVE IN GLOVES: The Youngstown Campus of National College contributed 400 hats, scarves, mittens and
LOVE IN GLOVES: The Youngstown Campus of National College contributed 400 hats, scarves, mittens and
TOYS FOR TOTS: Sgt. Michael Masiari from the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna, who is the
TOYS FOR TOTS: Sgt. Michael Masiari from the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna, who is the
CHECKING IN: As the result of weekly cruises at Joe Sylvester’s Shepherd Self Storage of
CHECKING IN: As the result of weekly cruises at Joe Sylvester’s Shepherd Self Storage of Boardman,
29 seek Senate seat of Boccieri
There reportedly are concerns about two of the Mahoning County hopefuls. The six candidates
Commissioner resigns after guilty plea
Health board officials made no formal comment on the resignation of their former health
Reports: Yavorcik’s bid got $120K from Cafaros
The two Mahoning sheriff contenders spent about $240,000 on the race that never happened.
Sponsors recognize YSU autism center
A Howland couple shares their good fortune with others. LIBERTY — Guests walking into the
Hubbard city officials consider reductions in staff and services
The budget will be a topic of discussion at a council meeting Monday. HUBBARD — Reductions in
Jabali sheds light on the accomplishments of individuals of African descent
Jabali sheds light on the accomplishments of individuals of African descent. YOUNGSTOWN —
Hubbard defense propels third win, 77-46
CHAMPION — Hubbard High basketball coach Rick Fox spent halftime Friday night talking about defense.
Ravens wary of Steelers, sack-man James Harrison
The former Kent State player is an aggressive outside linebacker who ranks third in the NFL in
Paterno may be ready for field
Rehab appears to be going well for the Penn State football coach, who turns 82 on Dec. 21. STATE
Cavs’ 11th win in row ties record
Cleveland defeated the Philadelphia 76ers, 88-72, to tie a club record for consecutive victories.
Land of Al Capone clings to its roots
Opinion: At moments like this, it’s worth remembering that Illinois gave us both Abraham Lincoln and Al
Indians deciding
Indians deciding Cleveland Indians executives spent Friday discussing the results of former Cubs
TIFFIN, Ohio (AP) — A father and son are banking that a vegetable that grows like a soybean
TIFFIN, Ohio (AP) — A father and son are banking that a vegetable that grows like a soybean and is
Coach claims Cowboys are not a divided team
Wade Phillips insists his team is unified entering Sunday’s pivotal game. IRVING, Texas (AP) —
Close vote seen as three QBs vie to win Heisman
Sam Bradford is favored over Colt McCoy and Tim Tebow by StiffArmTrophy.com. NEW YORK (AP) — In
No word yet on potential Tribe-Kerry Wood deal
GM Mark Shapiro expects to have an update on the relief pitcher’s status today. CLEVELAND — The
Supplier: Valley’s future hinges on many factors
The potential for federal aid for General Motors is just the first step in preventing a catastrophe
Jabali celebrates past, present black culture
YOUNGSTOWN — Heads bobbed and feet tapped to the sound of a solo drummer for an upbeat start to what
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Township reflects on progress while preparing for ’09
The zoning director said new businesses will continue to come to the township. AUSTINTOWN —
Judge denies early release for Niles man convicted in baby’s death
WARREN — Trumbull County Common Pleas Court Judge Andrew Logan has denied early release from prison
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kyle Primous, 45, of 11012 Wade Park Ave., Cleveland, and
CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Post-general election reports
Post-general election campaign finance reports for Oct. 16 to Dec. 5 for those who ran in the
McDonald wins third to remain unbeaten
Three Blue Devils scored in double figures to key a 68-55 victory over the Leetonia Bears.
Despite basketball fizzles, give Swish a chance to sizzle
Editorial: Sports fans throughout the Mahoning Valley have got to admire the courage, spunk and vision of Dave
Kurta-Stark vows will take place in West Virginia
• McDONALD, Pa. — Bob and Beth Kurta, of McDonald, Pa., announce the engagement of their daughter,
20 GM plants to close for now
GM is cutting about one-third of its production in the first quarter. NEW YORK — General Motors
Lordstown considers wage freeze
‘If the bottom falls out of GM, we’re in trouble,’ the village fiscal officer said. LORDSTOWN
Jets’ Brad Smith likely is out of Sunday’s game
The former Chaney High and Missouri standout suffered a concussion. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Jets
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Friday’s games
MEN Wright St. 62, Ark.-Little Rock 55 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Cory Cooperwood hit 7-of-11 of his
NBA \ Friday’s other games
Celtics 94, Hornets 82 BOSTON — Paul Pierce scored 28 points and Kevin Garnett had 19 points and
NHL \ Friday’s games
Devils 8, Rangers 5 NEWARK, N.J. — After blowing a four-goal lead, Patrik Elias broke a tie with
Going on during the offseason
North winds, snow clouds and other nasty weather discourage anglers from breaking out their fishing
“It’s a Wonderful Life” (8 p.m., NBC): Yes, you’ve seen it a million times,
“It’s a Wonderful Life” (8 p.m., NBC): Yes, you’ve seen it a million times, but still we are
Baby Boomers taking a big economic hit
Opinion: Whenever an organization has five words in its name, watch out for complications in its
Raiders subdue United by 60-58
NORTH LIMA — The South range High basketball team outscored United 34-23 in Friday’s second half to
Going after Blackwater
Dallas Morning News: Private security contractors have been a constant irritant in U.S.-Iraqi
Sci Fi sees life after ‘Battlestar Galactica’
The final 10 episodes of the landmark series will air in 2009. HOLLYWOOD — The end is in sight
Cirque du Soleil sets performances at Chevrolet Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — Cirque du Soleil’s Saltimbanco arena tour will come to Chevrolet Centre for eight shows
Paper: Felony charges weighed for ex-Dann aide Gutierrez
The two women at the heart of the scandal are still working for the AG’s office. COLUMBUS — The
Submit services for Christmas
Submit services for Christmas The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open to
SEC seeks to salvage assets of fraudulent NY financier
NEW YORK (AP) — The implosion of a Wall Street firm whose owner is accused in a $50 billion swindle
Honda to further reduce production of vehicles
Honda Motor Co. said Friday it will further cut vehicle production in North America as it adjusts to
Big oil bill beats roses any day of winter
Opinion: GUILDERLAND, N.Y. — I wake in the night and listen. The reassuring rumble tells me that the furnace
Ousted critic sues newspaper, orchestra
Donald Rosenberg was the Plain Dealer’s orchestra critic for 16 years. CLEVELAND (AP) — A longtime
LOCAL TOPICS ON TV \ Sunday programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): Local entrepreneurs Cris Young and Lisa
Jackman to host Oscars
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has confirmed that Hugh Jackman
Payday lenders outspent victors in election
COLUMBUS (AP) — Payday lenders lost a ballot fight to overturn tough restrictions on the interest
UAW leader happy White House will step in
DETROIT (AP) — A slightly relieved United Auto Workers President Ron Gettelfinger said he’s happy
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by
Sexual revolution icon Bettie Page dies at 85
Sexual revolution icon Bettie Page dies at 85 LOS ANGELES — Bettie Page, the 1950s secretary-
Man’s nap damages organ pipes at historic Massachusetts church
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (AP) — This isn’t music to anyone’s ears: The restoration of a church’s 130-year-
Economic crisis may pinch collection plates
MILWAUKEE — With an economic crisis rocking Wall Street and Main Street, churches are nervously
Parishioners pray for financial miracles
Spiritual life suffers as people are anxious about the troubled economy. HACKENSACK, N.J. —
Lessons learned from the Depression
After surviving the Great Depression, my wife’s mother made an unusual investment decision. Trusting
One dies, five are injured in bar shooting
TROTWOOD, Ohio (AP) — A gunman opened fire inside a crowded bar, killing a man and injuring five
SALVATION ARMY NEEDS YOU
Special to The Vindicator SALVATION ARMY NEEDS YOU: Capt. Ivan Musgrove of the Salvation Army paid
Authorities await results of DNA tests on remains
The Anthony family moved from Trumbull County to Florida in 1989. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Evidence
Judge temporarily lifts Stevens’ law license
WASHINGTON (AP) — Convicted Sen. Ted Stevens has temporarily lost his license to practice law in the
Acts of kindness exemplify God’s love in us
Christmas is such a special time for all. It is a time where the hearts of people are filled with a
Mahoning County | Grand jury
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Amanda Johnson, 28, of
7th area teacher added to board-certified class
7th area teacher added to board-certified class CHAMPION — A seventh area high school teacher has
Today is Saturday, Dec. 13, the 348th day of 2008. There are 18 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Dec. 13, the 348th day of 2008. There are 18 days left in the year. On this date
SUNDAY TV NEWS SHOWS | Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. CBS’
Courthouse gunman avoids death sentence
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta courthouse gunman who killed a judge and three other people avoided a
Postal service card shop cuts out middle man (you)
You’re busy. Add in a lengthy holiday to-do list and you are beyond busy. Sending holiday cards to
A special collection and outside donations will be gathered to fund the effort.
A special collection and outside donations will be gathered to fund the effort. YOUNGSTOWN —
Finding Jesus on the road
The Petro truckers ministry is part of a nationwide effort that provides services in hundreds of
‘Our country cannot allow the heart of our manufacturing base to collapse,’ said U.S.
‘Our country cannot allow the heart of our manufacturing base to collapse,’ said U.S. Rep. Charlie
Obama refuses to talk about Illinois governor
Obama refuses to talk about Illinois governor WASHINGTON — President-elect Barack Obama is
Ohio Department of Education rejects Coitsville district move
The recommendation must now go before the State Board of Education. YOUNGSTOWN — An Ohio
KIRSTEN NASH/CHRISTOPHER THOMPSON
KIRSTEN NASH CHRISTOPHER THOMPSON • POLAND — The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 3:30
Mileage driven continues to decline in U.S.
In Ohio, driving was down 3.9 percent for October. WASHINGTON (AP) — Drivers clocked 9 billion
Gould’s OT kick keeps Bears in contention; help is needed
LAKE FOREST (AP) — Robbie Gould had one request after his big moment: a little help, please. Gould
Police seeking man in robbery of his New Castle grandmother
Police are also investigating an attempted robbery at a credit union. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — City
Schools in region achieve national recognition
The data used in the study came from the 2006-07 school year. YOUNGSTOWN — Four area high
Senga Mina and Zachary Liptak are engaged
• GAMAGORI, Japan — Mr. and Mrs. Senga Yoshiki of Gamagori announce the engagement of their
Trumbull sees rise in transport requests from disabled seniors
Two agencies discovered a higher-than-expected need for senior citizen rides. WARREN — Disabled
FOOTBALL \ Pennsylvania championships
Steelton-Highspire 35, Clairton 16 HERSHEY, Pa. — Steelton-Highspires defense was being pushed
Youngstown native to speak at AIDS event
COLUMBUS — Youngstown native Boyd E. Graves, director of AIDS Concerns, human rights leader and
FRIDAY DRAWINGS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS multistate Friday night: Mega Millions, 10-16-19-27-48 Mega Ball, 25 OHIO
Fire at flower shop
Fire at flower shop AUSTINTOWN — The township fire department responded to a blaze about 8 p.m.
Behind goalie Tibbett, Phantoms beat U.S., 2-1
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms defense locked down the high-flying US National Team
Liberty outlasts LaBrae in overtime duel, 82-80
Anthony Cleveland and Teshaun Tetlow led a balanced attack for the Leopards. LIBERTY — Anthony
High School BASKETBALL District roundup
Bristol 72, Lordstown 64 BRISTOLVILLE — Sophomore Andrew Holko scored a career-high 35 points to
Pessimistic parent has become a problem
Dear Annie: I’m having problems with my mother. For her, the worst is always to come: financial
Be aware of foods that shouldn’t go to the dogs
Dear Readers: We thought we would share some important information about foods that are dangerous to
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