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Stories published December 23, 2008
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
North Lima crash sends several to hospital
BEAVER — Officers from three townships were called to the scene of a car accident on Market Street in Beaver Township this evening.
YPD searching for Arby’s robber
YOUNGTOWN — Police are looking for a man who robbed an Arby’s on Market Street earlier today.
Girard police arrest two in connection with gas station robbery
GIRARD — City police have arrested two people in connection with a robbery at a gas station.
Strickland names new state treasurer
COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland named Columbus City Councilman Kevin Boyce as the next state
Blighted building torn down in Boardman
BOARDMAN — After years of wrangling, the township has rid itself of a LeMans Drive apartment
Trumbull County investigates cases of double voting
WARREN — Two city women face a possible felony charge for allegedly voting twice during last month’s
Fire set under porch of vacant South Side home
YOUNGSTOWN — A fire set under the front porch area of 3647 Powers Way on the South Side around 2
Youngstown woman killed in Portage County crash
PALMYRA — Neetika Dhir, 29, of Youngstown was killed in a crash on Interstate 76 westbound, west of
Families shop with cops
The Niles Police Department helped Santa once again. NILES — With little white on the ground
Engineer’s office to lay off nine
Public safety this winter won’t be compromised, officials say. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
Hubbard mayor, council lock horns over raises for 2 workers
HUBBARD — Mayor Arthur Magee said he is concerned that one council member’s personal dislike for him
Kids join Santa and wife for lunch
Santa and Mrs. Claus brought the joys of the season to the YMCA. YOUNGSTOWN — Eating candy
Fourth-graders learn by doing
Giving something away is the spirit of the holiday, pupils learn. BOARDMAN — Banding together,
Forum CEO ready to present his choice for executive VP
The final pick was re-interviewed Monday and has been introduced to the board’s executive
Captain of the Titanic: Let me stay
Browns QB Brady Quinn was reportedly punched in the face by defensive lineman Shaun Smith. BEREA
Wright St. captures San Juan Shootout
Wright State held the Racers to 27.7 percent shooting from the field. GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico —
Crosby’s goal lifts Penguins
His winning goal in OT over the Sabres snapped a career-high scoreless streak. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP)
Blaney’s future shaky after Davis sells team
The Hartford native has driven BDR’s flagship No. 22, which has already lost its Caterpillar
Wean appoints 2 board members
Grants reflect the Wean Foundation’s new emphasis on local neighborhood building. WARREN — The
OSU big man has big game: Mullen paces 83-59 victory
The 7-foot freshman scored a career-high 19 points against UNC-Asheville. COLUMBUS (AP) — For the
Pirates’ Doumit nabs extension
The oft-injured catcher hit .318 last season, his first as the starter. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Catcher
Bengals’ Andrews hurt, shelved, surgery-bound
The tackle hurt his knee in a 14-0 victory over the Cleveland Browns. CINCINNATI (AP) — Right
Inspector general slams Dann on fund misuse
COLUMBUS — Former Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann used campaign contributions as a “personal honey
REUNIONS
• Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will not meet in January. The breakfast club
Business news digest
OHIO Ohio doesn’t tap into loan from federal government COLUMBUS — Ohio says it has made it
PREP ROUNDUP Monday’s games
GIRLS Poland 54, Chaney 50 POLAND — Lauren Tadla scored 23 points, including 10 in the third
Ray Travaglini dies at 80 after lengthy illness
The area businessman and community contributor died Monday. WARREN — “The Valley and Youngstown
CHOOSING TRAINS: Chase Libert, 6, gets a helping hand from Niles Police Officer Les Nagy in a toy
CHOOSING TRAINS: Chase Libert, 6, gets a helping hand from Niles Police Officer Les Nagy in a toy
City offices: Youngstown, Warren, Niles, Salem, Sharon, Newton Falls Municipal Court, closed
City offices: Youngstown, Warren, Niles, Salem, Sharon, Newton Falls Municipal Court, closed
3 juveniles face charges in attempted robbery
Two teenage boys reported a male stealing their pizza as they walked home. BOARDMAN — Three
Former AG says the Ohio inspector general has a ‘clear bias’ against him
The former attorney general says the Ohio inspector general has a ‘clear bias’ against him.
Bitter temps, high winds leave their mark on Ohio
COLUMBUS (AP) — Temperatures plunged into the single digits and lower across the state Monday as
Laid-off workers face loss of health care
John Mathson had been paying about $550 a month to continue his health insurance coverage after he
Sooners’ Bradford AP player of year
The sophomore quarterback previously won the Heisman Trophy. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Sam Bradford is
Council mulls income tax rise
SHARON, Pa. — City council will consider a 2009 budget proposal that would not raise real estate
Elect a successor
Elect a successor Washington Post: When the alleged brazen attempts by Illinois Democratic Gov.
“I have done nothing wrong. And I’m not going to quit a job that people hired me to do
“I have done nothing wrong. And I’m not going to quit a job that people hired me to do because of
In defense of Austintown
Opinion: In defense of Austintown EDITOR: Recently, Forbes Magazine ranked Austintown, Ohio as the 5th
‘Mockingbird’ director dies
‘Mockingbird’ director dies HARTFORD, Conn. — Robert Mulligan, who directed the classic film “To
Thursday’s Game
Thursday’s Game Indianapolis 31, Jacksonville 24 Saturday’s Game Baltimore 33, Dallas 24
MARC DANN
MARC DANN Questionable expenses An investigation by the Ohio inspector general of the attorney
Woman, 20, reports being beaten for days
SHARON, Pa. — A man was arrested after a 20-year-old city woman told police he beat her for days.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman Township trustees board, 6 p.m., Township Government Center, 8299
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) English League Soccer. Noon (FSN Pitt) NFL: Steelers press conference. 1
YMCA Program
YMCA Program Off School The Youngstown Central YMCA and the Davis Family YMCA in Boardman are
A “person of interest” is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week:
A “person of interest” is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime:
Chronically Ill Kids Qualifying by income
Income guidelines for Children’s Buy-In Program: Family of 2, $42,000-$56,000 income: $252.58
Lions’ Marinelli mad at columnist
Rob Parker of the Detroit News apologized for his question, which angered the coach. ALLEN PARK,
Packers, Bears go to overtime
CHICAGO (AP) — Alex Brown blocked Mason Crosby’s 38-yard field-goal attempt after Matt Forte scored
Shoppers bring haggling skills to the mall
Every shopper should be asking for discounts, a retail expert says. NEW YORK (AP) — If you’re
Steelworkers OK Thomas pact
The workers won’t return to their jobs until Jan. 4. WARREN — Steelworkers at Thomas Steel
Second Harvest reaps $35,000 gift
The Dominion Foundation is donating $1.1 million to food banks in 14 states. YOUNGSTOWN — Second
Argus Lodge has induction of slate of officers for 2009
CANFIELD — At a meeting Dec. 12, Argus Lodge 545 F&AM installed the elected officers for 2009 during
Neglected dogs discovered
Neglected dogs discovered YOUNGSTOWN — Two dogs, one dead and one alive, were found at a house on
State health program reaches few ill youngsters
A Medicaid director cites a need to spread the word about the program in Ohio. COLUMBUS (AP) — A
Tutor program in homeless shelters offers hope
It’s one case where a tutor likes to see students drop out — to go home to their families. DAYTON
Mark Felt was one of many FBI leakers
Opinion: WASHINGTON — In the summer and fall of 1972, the FBI, in turmoil over the death of its longtime
E. Palestine OKs borrowing for building
EAST PALESTINE — The city is moving ahead with its plans to buy a new building to house its
How was bailout money spent?
Banks refuse to disclose how they are spending emergency bailout money. WASHINGTON (AP) — Think
Judge cuts legal fees in GM settlement
Lower legal fees will increase the funds available to investors by $12 million. DETROIT (AP) — A
Youngstown mayor justified in blasting funding decision
Editorial: Youngstown mayor justified in blasting funding decision It should come as no surprise to Gov. Ted
Sean MacBride Division members are honored
Special to The Vindicator CONGRATULATIONS: After they received a prestigious Commodore John Barry
Boil alert in Campbell
Boil alert in Campbell CAMPBELL — A boil alert is in effect for the city. The alert was put into
Five Muslims convicted of plotting to kill soldiers
Five Muslims convicted of plotting to kill soldiers CAMDEN, N.J. — Five Muslim immigrants accused
“Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (8 p.m., ABC): Pass the roast beast.
“Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (8 p.m., ABC): Pass the roast beast. “Dr. Seuss’ How the
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 23, the 358th day of 2008. There are eight days left in the year. On this
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 23, the 358th day of 2008. There are eight days left in the year. On this
Here’s what to wear when the party is at your home
Associated Press SKIRTING THE ISSUE: During the holiday season, hostesses are reviving the custom
Mother looks for answers
MILAN, Ohio (AP) — Investigations into the disappearance of a man who hasn’t been seen since 2003
Maltonics will observe their 47th anniversary during holiday season
YOUNGSTOWN — The 47th anniversary of their wedding will be observed Dec. 26 by Mr. and Mrs. George
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas M. Angeloff, 50, of 3448 Lenox, Youngstown, and Cheryl
New SEC coaches are not splashy
Gene Chizik, Lane Kiffin and Dan Mullen have little or no head coaching experience. MONTGOMERY,
Southern style UAW busting
Opinion: The foreign nonunion auto companies in the South have a plan to reduce wages and benefits at their
Yes, everyone, there is a Santa Claus
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: Maybe the current bailout fever is Congress’ way of getting
China lures top scholars home
Opinion: The Chronicle of Higher Education reports that C.S. Kiang, an environmental scientist, left Georgia
Shifted liner causes carbon-monoxide scare
Dear Heloise: As I was cooking dinner, I preheated the oven and put the food in for about two hours.
‘Gary’ needs to face up to parents’ problems
Dear Annie: I have known “Gary” for three years and we are now engaged. I love him with all my heart
Brown, Moore spark victory
DEFENSE DOESN’T REST Boardman slowed Canfield junior Jillian Halfhill en route to a 42-38 victory.
‘Benjamin Button’ fable clings to profound theme
The film stars Brad Pitt, but it takes a while before he looks like himself. There’s a lot of
Toyota to report first operating loss
Toyota said tough times hit harder than expected. NAGOYA, Japan (AP) — Toyota Motor Corp. said
Winter hits with a vengeance across U.S.
The weather outside was frightful from Portland, Maine, to Portland, Ore., on Monday, with last-
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