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Antonini blasts Dem caucus over Boccieri replacement process
Mahoning County Democratic Chairwoman Lisa Antonini warned the Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus that if
Council wants answers from administration on Youngstown’s budgets
YOUNGSTOWN — City council won’t approve budgets until Dec. 30 to reconcile the city’s expenditures
Columbiana Co. will have less to spend in 2009
LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners have approved spending for 2009. The commissioners
Youngstown gets state money to clean up North Side plant
YOUNGSTOWN — The state is giving $854,935 to the city for the remediation and demolition of a
Armed teens rob bar patron of wallet
YOUNGSTOWN — A bar patron cleaning snow off his car in the parking lot of Irish Bob’s on South
Salem man gets prison time for sex charges against 7-year-old girl
LISBON — A Salem man was sentenced today to 15 years in prison for fondling and taking nude
Lordstown Village freezes wages, cuts expenses
LORDSTOWN — Village council is moving forward with a wage freeze for all but one village employee
Lordstown’s Cruze on schedule despite engine plant holdup
Plans to produce the Chevrolet Cruze from Lordstown are continuing on schedule even though General
Formerly legal drug now illegal in Ohio
COLUMBUS — Lawmakers have signed off on legislation that would make it illegal to sell or possess a
Warren men charged in aggravated robbery in Howland
HOWLAND — Two Warren men are behind bars for a reported crime spree involving a stolen vehicle and
City man gets four-year prison term for Sept. 14 robbery
YOUNGSTOWN — An accomplice in a Sept. 14 robbery in which a gunman took from the victim a wallet and
West Side fire causes $6,000 damage to home
YOUNGSTOWN — A light bulb left on inside a closet at 2344 E. Shawnee Trail on the West Side ignited
I-680 lane restrictions set today
YOUNGSTOWN — Interstate 680 between South Avenue and Midlothian Boulevard will have various lane
Free firewood available Saturday at Mill Creek Park
YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek Park’s wood storage lot on West Golf Drive, just south of Stitt Pavilion,
SOCIETY DIGEST
Exhibit features old-time sleds DARLINGTON, PA. — Homemade toboggans, sleds, skates and toys from
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
today • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, kitchen is open to the public from
Tanner’s ring missing during stay at hospital
The ring was a one-of-a-kind gift. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A one-of-a-kind $30,000 ring that went
Reverse holiday blues at church
For some, the joyful season of Christmas is tinged with sadness. YOUNGSTOWN — Composer Irving
Eminent domain prevails for YSU
A shop owner has 60 days to vacate the premises, judge says. YOUNGSTOWN — A judge has granted
Irish end Turner picks Ohio State
The Ursuline junior lineman earned all-state honors. YOUNGSTOWN — He’s only a high school
Polamalu, Farrior, Harrison earn Pro Bowl invites
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are the NFL’s best defense almost across the board. That
Group finalizes community college plans
A proposed local community college aims to offer ‘affordable’ and ‘accessible’ education.
Poland escapes Farrell uprising
Marsell Holden scored 37 points and led the Steelers back from a 14-point deficit to an even game.
Suspects in heroin dealing arrested
Users, mostly from the suburbs, came to town for their fix. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s important to let
Library branch cafes temporarily close
The Poland and Austintown cafe operators are retiring. YOUNGSTOWN — Chapters Cafes in the Poland
Mathews may cancel freshman sports
Student enrollment could drop by more than 100 by 2013, the board president said. VIENNA—On
Husband’s concern over their relationship needs to be discussed
Dear Annie: My wife and I have been married for 20 years and have two great kids. When we first
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Spartans outlast Howland
Ryan Pesta’s steal and assist to Jordan Karzmer lifted Boardman to a 48-45 win. WARREN — The
Speakers express their support for Webb in face of poor ratings
School board members defended their evaluations of the superintendent. YOUNGSTOWN — Some
TUESDAY’S RESULTS
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Tuesday BOYS BASKETBALL Chaney 73, Niles 60
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tuesday’s area games
MEN Pitt-Greensburg 67, Bethany 56 BETHANY, W. VA. — Bethany rallied from a five-point deficit
Youths steal car after struggle with owner
WARREN — A 21-year-old city man said two young men stole his car from the roadway in front of a
Tasered woman found guilty in Denny’s assault incident
Gill could get up to six months in jail. AUSTINTOWN — Heidi Gill, the former Howland woman who
County recommends ’09 wage freezes
Freezing some wages is preferable to layoffs, one county commissioner said. WARREN — Though
Boardman’s wrestlers are no match for Perry
Jerry Pasquale and Tim Taumoepeau were Boardman’s only winners in a 67-9 loss. BOARDMAN —
kDespite the 1-7 record for the Youngstown State men’s basketball team, there is a Bright side
kDespite the 1-7 record for the Youngstown State men’s basketball team, there is a Bright side to
Chaney defeats Niles; Salem wins another
YOUNGSTOWN — Dom Brown tallied 18 points Tuesday as the Chaney High basketball team defeated Niles,
Bowling together, 2 brothers score 300
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (AP) — Brothers Ed and Tom Shircel have combined for 10 perfect games in their
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Roth Brothers — 13-year old Babe Ruth team has tryouts on Sundays. Call (330) 727-2213.
Warren police continue investigation of shooting
Warren police continue investigation of shooting WARREN — Police continue to investigate a Tuesday
Council mulls creek dredging
A new councilman will be named next year. SALEM — Council ended 2008 by hearing a request to
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Ashley DeMarco and Robert Weimer, Boardman, girl, Dec. 13.
KELVIN BRIGHT
6-4, Junior Guard Silver Springs, Md. Junior College (Hagerstown CC) Was an honorable-mention
Police to fill in for township
The township has had a couple of high-profile criminal investigations in recent years. NEWTON —
More than 130 actors oppose strike vote
More than 130 actors oppose strike vote LOS ANGELES — Delivering a rebuke to the leadership of the
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Top 25 games
MEN No. 5 Texas 88, Texas Southern 72 AUSTIN, Texas — A.J. Abrams scored 27 points and Dexter
Mailing hits peak as holiday nears
The season for shipping and receiving is here. HOWLAND — Lining up at the post office is for
BRIGHT SIDE
Penguins junior finds a home Kelvin Bright’s road to Youngstown had some curves. YOUNGSTOWN
Stocks surge as Fed pledges broad support
Wall Street likes the Fed’s aggressive tone on dealing with the economy. NEW YORK (AP) — A
Target for key rate cut to record low
The Fed indicated it would keep interest rates low for some time. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal
America’s leadership needed in the world
Opinion: Wise men tell Americans that our nation no longer leads this world: we bankrupted ourselves first
Crude prices sink with talk of production cuts
Oil prices fell Tuesday after OPEC powerhouse Saudi Arabia said oil production would be cut by 2
Guilty plea in rape delivers life sentence
After prison, the defendant must register quarterly as a sex offender for life. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Thomas, Rogers going to Hawaii
Romeo Crennel is preparing his team for the final two games of a bad season. BEREA (AP) — The
Coal-to-liquid fuel plan receives $500,000 grant
The money will secure options to buy land for the facility. WELLSVILLE — The Baard Energy plan
Poland council mulls sidewalk project
POLAND — Poland Village officials discussed a sidewalk project and improvements to two culverts at
Lude lifts Western Reserve
His buzzer-beater gave the Blue Devils a 65-63 win over Wellsville. BERLIN CENTER — Justin Lude’s
An enduring crisis confronts black family
Opinion: In the nearly half-century in which we have gone from George Wallace to Barack Obama, America has
Steel strikers prepare to make counteroffer
The company’s offer would have cut 50 jobs, a union leader says. WARREN — Striking workers at
Mayors present ‘Santa’ with wish list
Opinion: Most children have probably finished their Christmas lists to Santa Claus. Some elected officials,
NATION
NATION For Ford, December looks better than November DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford Motor Co.’s December
Reality is catching up
Editorial: Reality is catching up Auto plants are trimming production — in Ohio, that includes both the
Driver killed when tractor-trailer overturns
Driver killed when tractor-trailer overturns MERCER, Pa. — A tractor-trailer driver was killed in
GOP, Dems press White House on car deal
The administration won’t be rushed on a decision, the press secretary said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Paulson: No need for rest of bailout yet
The Treasury secretary says major financial institutions are stabilized. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Few adults with autism are independent, study finds
CHICAGO — When Margaret Martin’s son Noah goes down a slide, someone has to be at the top, someone
JAMEL TURNER \ Ursuline High School
6-3, 215, Junior SOPHOMORE SEASON Solo tackles: 46 Assists: 32 Total tackles: 78 Sacks: 23
What happens after U.S. exits Iraq?
Opinion: AMMAN, Jordan — I’m on my way to a country that no one wants to hear about anymore. When I was
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL YSU (1-7) at CANISIUS (4-4)
When: Today, 7 p.m. Where: Koessler Athletic Center in Buffalo, N.Y. Radio: WKBN-AM (570).
NHL \ Tuesday’s games
Capitals 5, Islanders 4 UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Alex Ovechkin scored his second goal of the game with
BASKETBALL District games
Kennedy Catholic 59, Mercer 24 MERCER — The Kennedy High basketball team’ limited Mercer to seven
Detroit Free Press to limit home delivery to 3 days
DETROIT — The Detroit Free Press announced Tuesday a first-of-its-kind plan in the struggling U.S.
NBA \ Tuesday’s games and news
Cavaliers: Cavaliers starting center Zydrunas Ilgauskas is out of the walking boot, but he’s not
Security Council approves ground, air attacks on pirates
Security Council approves ground, air attacks on pirates UNITED NATIONS (AP) — On the same day
Pendleton hopes to cap career with more wins
The women’s basketball team is seeking its second win of the season. YOUNGSTOWN — Since Ashley
Joe Paterno gets three-year deal
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State coach Joe Paterno has a new three-year contract extension to go
No raises in Weathersfield
An old firetruck will be donated to the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center. MINERAL
Disaster is avoided when ski tower falls
WHISTLER, British Columbia (AP) — More than 50 people were evacuated from about 30 gondola cars
ASHLEY PENDLETON
6-0 Senior Forward Farrell, Pa. 2007-08/Junior Appeared in all 31 games with eight starts...
Wintry weather causes slick roads
YOUNGSTOWN — A early evening light snowfall coupled with freezing rains literally turned some city
Campbell turns back Lakeview at foul line
Four free throws in the final 17 seconds helped Campbell escape with a 59-56 win. CORTLAND — A
Woman has face transplant at Cleveland Clinic
A woman so horribly disfigured she was willing to risk her life to do something about it has
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Luke F. Schuster, 29, of 1175 E. Calla Road #224 A, Poland,
Buckeye honored again
Buckeye honored again Ohio State linebacker James Laurinaitis became the second college football
Budget is $143,000 less than last year’s
The 2009 budget takes into account the loss of $350,000 in state subsidy funding. YOUNGSTOWN —
Shooting of vet’s dog prompts reward
HANOVERTON — A $2,500 reward is being offered for information in the shooting death of “an
Manning brothers picked to Pro Bowl
It’s the first time that QB-playing brothers made the same all-star game. NEW YORK (AP) — Peyton
WEAPONS BAN
WEAPONS BAN The last time The federal assault weapons ban, which was in effect from 1994 to
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A Nov. 30 story with the headline “Luxury apartments detail heart-of-city
Thursday’s Game
Thursday’s Game Chicago 27, New Orleans 24, OT Sunday’s Games N.Y. Jets 31, Buffalo 27
Listen to Lincoln
Opinion: Listen to Lincoln EDITOR: The procedural vote in the U.S. Senate that killed the $14 billion
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Dec. 11 Thefts:
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 17, the 352nd day of 2008. There are 14 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 17, the 352nd day of 2008. There are 14 days left in the year. On this date
Winner offers flavorful cookie
Award-winning recipes come in all styles. This year, the winner of the Chicago Tribune cookie
Playing bailout roulette
Playing bailout roulette Washington Post: Congress failed to rescue the U.S. auto industry. In the
Wednesday's Best Bets on TV
“Christmas in Washington” (8 p.m., TNT): Julianne Hough, Casting Crowns and Darius Rucker perform.
14 athletes earn degrees; four receive honors
YOUNGSTOWN — Fourteen Youngstown State student-athletes earned their degrees following the
Drifter killed Adam Walsh in ’81, Fla. police say
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (AP) — A serial killer who died more than a decade ago is the person who decapitated
special services At area churches
If you’re not feeling joyful this Christmas season, three area churches are offering uplifting
Wells pondering return to Buckeyes
The Ohio State standout hasn’t decided whetherto turn pro. COLUMBUS (AP) — Standout tailback Chris
Networks ditch dramas in final prime-time hour
NEW YORK — NBC’s decision to give Jay Leno a show each weeknight leaves CBS and ABC the only major
Report explains high road-salt prices
The ODOT report said that it cost more to ship salt to Indiana than within Ohio. SALEM —
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, executive session, 5:30 p.m., public session, 6
YSU SCHEDULE
YSU SCHEDULE Today: Women’s basketball at Canisius, 7 p.m. Friday: Men’s basketball at High
Creating delicious memories
Christmas cookies – whether you’re baking them, sharing them or eating them, they make for wonderful
COOKIE SWAP Give a little, get a little
Kick up the holiday cheer this year with a cookie swap. Here are some favorite holiday recipes to
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
“Muntadhar al-Zeidi has expressed the feelings and ambitions of the Iraqi people toward the
Opinion: “Muntadhar al-Zeidi has expressed the feelings and ambitions of the Iraqi people toward the symbol
Tight city funds in store for 2009
The city should end this year with a $100,000 to $500,000 surplus, its finance director says.
Can Tom Cruise revamp image in a Nazi uniform?
The actor hopes ‘Valkyrie’ will put him back on top. NEW YORK (AP) — A Nazi-filled Christmas is
CANTUCCI NATALIZIE CON CILIEGIE CANDITE (Twice-baked Christmas cookies with candied cherries)
CANTUCCI NATALIZIE CON CILIEGIE CANDITE (Twice-baked Christmas cookies with candied cherries)
Have your cake and eat soup, too
Dear Readers: Here is a different and quite unusual dessert recipe that is a real conversation
Consultant discusses 911 consolidation with officials
Legal, contractual and political mountains must be scaled, a consultant says. YOUNGSTOWN —
Laurinaitis is second to be 3-time honoree
The Buckeye’s honor matches the accomplishment of Pitt’s Bill Fralic. NEW YORK (AP) — James
Sales shoot up
One product is flying off the shelves as Mahoning Valley retailers struggle through a recession — guns.
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