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OSHP in Lisbon handles two Wednesday crashes
The Ohio State Highway Patrol Lisbon Post handled two crashes within minutes of each other Wednesday
Convicted killer to remain on death row
WARREN — The Ohio Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal of the death sentence for killer Andre
Hispanic Three Kings Day celebration set Saturday
YOUNGSTOWN — Celebrate the Hispanic “Three Kings Day” tradition from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday at
Water boil advisory in Brookfield
BROOKFIELD — Some Brookfield Township residents must boil their water today due to a water main
Christmas tree recycling locations
The Mahoning County Recycling Division, better known as the Green Team, says you can recycle your
Warren’s residency law heads to Ohio Supreme Court
WARREN — The residency battle involving Warren and its employees now goes to the Ohio Supreme Court,
Happy pay raise: Minimum wage increases
Two local business owners say they plan to keep their prices the same even though the state’s
Conviction stands in drug, robbery and death case
YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of a man a jury found
New Year blues: Time Warner might lose MTV, Comedy Central at 12:01 a.m.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “SpongeBob SquarePants” may be getting squeezed off of Time Warner Cable.
Warrior’s Inc. to offer computer classes
YOUNGSTOWN — Warrior’s Inc. is offering a six-week beginners computer training course starting Jan.
A Garden in the winter: Centre Series set to start
The 2nd Chevrolet Centre High School Basketball Series will begin Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN — Tony
Browns target Pioli, Mangini
The team has also lined up an interview with Falcons VP Rich McKay. CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland
GMAC aid to trickle to Valley car buyers
Local dealers expect GMAC to start offering leases again. GMAC Financial Services will receive
Grenga fights order to move
The magistrate’s findings in favor of eminent domain were erroneous, the Youngstown property owner
Big Ben must pass tests before returning to play
The Steelers are in no hurry for Roethlisberger to return after Sunday’s concussion. PITTSBURGH
Another birthday bummer: Heat pulls past Cavaliers
LeBron turned 24 but the Cavs’ 104-95 loss dropped him to 0-3 on birthdays. MIAMI (AP) — LeBron
In Valley, demonstrators express their support for Palestinians
The White House has backed Israel’s air attacks that have killed more than 360 Palestinians.
Pryor faces another challenge
Ohio State’s freshman QB will be tested against Texas in the Fiesta Bowl. When the talk turns to
Police review handling of car chase
No injuries were reported, despite a crash and two attempted traffic stops. WARREN — The city
Pa. bar robbed of beer, chicken
The fire department had to bring a pickup truck to collect all the stolen food and beer. SHARON,
Women in Dann scandal cleared of harassment
The two women had triggered the events that led to Dann’s downfall. COLUMBUS — The two women
Possible V&M expansion gives council air of optimism for ’09
Youngstown’s 2009 first-quarter budget is about $25 million. YOUNGSTOWN — The V&M Star project
Watch Night welcomes new year
New Year’s Eve church services provide time to reflect on past, present and future. While some
Newton Falls rolls past Hubbard in 65-59 win
Marcus Fowler helped keep the Tigers unbeaten with 14 points and nine rebounds. NEWTON FALLS —
Top 10 compelling or unforgettable stories of the year:
Top 10 compelling or unforgettable stories of the year: 1 MARC DANN: The Valley sent him to
LEFT: Football season was over, but that didn’t matter to Devon Dorsey, 13, as he ran down the
LEFT: Football season was over, but that didn’t matter to Devon Dorsey, 13, as he ran down the
Controversy over credit cards creates chaos
Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for two years. I recently found out he has been using
TOP RIGHT: Mora Armstrong, 7, of Warren showed her support for the McCain-Palin presidential ticket
TOP RIGHT: Mora Armstrong, 7, of Warren showed her support for the McCain-Palin presidential ticket
HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Royal Oaks Tavern owners and brothers Lou, left, and John Kennedy donned Jim
HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Royal Oaks Tavern owners and brothers Lou, left, and John Kennedy donned Jim
Reader shares recipe for family dessert
Dear Heloise: I thought I would share a light, colorful family recipe for dessert that my mother has
List nixes less-than ‘maverick’ words of ’08
List nixes less-than ‘maverick’ words of ’08 ‘Monkey’ was on the list because of what some see
Senseless U.S. policy on Haitians persists
Opinion: Two years ago, Louiness and Sheryl Petit-Frere were newlyweds celebrating their good fortune. Both
Brenda Ingalls to be bride of Timothy Brown
• MCDONALD — Announcement is being made by Kurt and Debra Ingalls, 835 Florida Ave., of the
PAMELA PIRES | ELVIS MADERA
PAMELA PIRES ELVIS MADERA • YOUNGSTOWN — Pamela Marie Pires and Elvis S. Madera, both of 2903 Rush
Not enough
Not enough The Youngstown State women cut a 22-point deficit to six in the final minutes, but the
At 79, Dick Clark is still rockin’ New Year’s Eve
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Four years after a stroke, Dick Clark is relishing the prospect of another New
CLEAR MESSAGE: Ahmed Gihed of Youngstown and his 2-year-old son, Abrahim, were among the
CLEAR MESSAGE: Ahmed Gihed of Youngstown and his 2-year-old son, Abrahim, were among the
Bruins’ streak at nine after beating Penguins
The 5-2 victory gave Boston its longest win streak in nearly 26 years. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marc
Lewd e-mails sent despite reprimand
The latest e-mails involved women’s genitalia, men kissing and Obama. COLUMBUS (AP) — A state
Niemi makes a point by putting team first
The Finland native said he wants to keep playing basketball after YSU. YOUNGSTOWN — Mikko
Gazans unsure of how to evade Israeli airstrikes
Israel has provided warnings through leaflet drops and radio broadcasts. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip
NASA report details Columbia’s final minutes
Thirty changes are being suggested as a result of the tragedy. WASHINGTON (AP) — When the first of
Jury hands up indictments in ’79, ’08 Trumbull slayings
WARREN — A 25-year-old city man faces a possible life prison sentence in the July 17 death of a 29-
Ford unveils self-parking technology
Ford says its new system is easier to use than others. NEW YORK (AP) — Sit back, relax and let
SOCIETY DIGEST
Kiwanians to participate in First Night Canfield CANFIELD — Members of Kiwanis of Western Mahoning
“It allowed everybody to believe that this Sarah Palin-like president — because,
Opinion: “It allowed everybody to believe that this Sarah Palin-like president — because, let’s face it,
Broncos fire Shanahan, stun NFL
It was the latest in a series of shakeups involving coaches around the league. NFL teams
Cut fat, calories in soup
Tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich creates a popular meal, but its calorie count and fat
‘Phantom’ sequel is nearing completion
‘Phantom’ sequel is nearing completion LONDON — Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber says the long awaited
Area colleges Tuesday’s games
MEN Emory & Henry 104, Westminster 84 MARIETTA — Junior forward Ryne Murray scored a game-high
GMAC to get $5B of rescue package
GM is losing more control of its financing arm. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department said it
Bowl roundup \ Tuesday’s game
Maryland 42, Nevada 35 BOISE, Idaho — Da’Rel Scott got out of the doghouse in time to run over
New Year’s Eve Celebrations: In light of America’s fiscal woes, we suspect many will
New Year’s Eve Celebrations: In light of America’s fiscal woes, we suspect many will scale back and
Lakers’ Bryant prepares with his video player
LOS ANGELES — There are few things more important to Kobe Bryant before a game than his portable DVD
This is not a good time to pursue a life of crime
Editorial: This is not a good time to pursue a life of crime Seventy-five years ago, times were tough and the
Companies force workers to take unpaid vacation
Universities, factories and hospitals are having workers take time off. NEW YORK (AP) — Here’s
Quick, easy twists on pork dishes
Time is short, but you can still impress your guests. Next to chops, a pork tenderloin is one
‘Outliers’ provides insight into success
Opinion: “Outliers” are not politicians who lie even more than other politicians. It is a term used by
Spice up that scallopini
Spicy tomato salsa perks up pork chops in a one-pot meal that takes only 15 minutes to cook. If you
Here’s how to fix something the kids will want to eat
Making the kids happy with menu options isn’t always easy. Any parent not vexed by the amount
Inmate stabs guard at East Side prison
Inmate stabs guard at East Side prison YOUNGSTOWN (AP) — Officials say a maximum-security inmate
New Additions - National Film Registry
A list of the 25 films being added to the National Film Registry, as announced Tuesday by the
What’s the best thing since sliced bread?
A smart friend once pulled up next to me at a homemade breakfast buffet. Together we surveyed the
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Baron Von (Rivera)5.002.802.60 Mars Beau (Hannigan)3.603.20
Bush, Cheney baring their souls
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Nobody knew exactly what Julius Caesar thought as he “left office” — the assassination
Manny, Dodgers are talking again
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Dodgers’ on-again, off-again negotiations with Manny Ramirez appear to
North-South vulnerable. South deals.
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK J uJ 10 6 4 vVoid wQ 10 9 6 5 3 2 WEST
top 25 roundup Tuesday’s games
MEN No. 6 Wake Forest 83, Radford 61 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Jeff Teague scored 11 of his 19
Film archive adds ‘Terminator,’ others
The number of films in the national registry has reached 500. WASHINGTON — One of Arnold
Flexible spending deadline looms
Today is the last day for many to use up their Flexible Spending Accounts. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) —
nhl roundup Tuesday’s other games
Capitals 4, Sabres 2 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Nicklas Backstrom had a goal and assist, and Jose Theodore
Neither vulnerable. North deals.
Neither vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA K 8 4 uA J 4 3 2 vQ J 9 7 wVoid WEST EAST xJ
East-West vulnerable. East deals.
East-West vulnerable. East deals. NORTH xQ 8 6 4 uJ 10 vK 10 9 5 4 3 w3 WEST EAST xA
New twists to traditional favorites
In Spain and Mexico, the New Year’s tradition is to eat 12 grapes at the stroke of midnight as the
nba roundup Tuesday’s other games
Knicks 93, Bobcats 89 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wilson Chandler scored seven of his 19 points in the final
National Business Digest
NATION Home prices 18% lower than in October 2007 NEW YORK — Home prices dropped by the sharpest
Wall Street gains as GMAC gets boost
Stocks rose Tuesday despite a consumer confidence index dropping to a record low. NEW YORK (AP) —
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 31, the 366th and final day of 2008. On this date in 1879, Thomas Edison
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 31, the 366th and final day of 2008. On this date in 1879, Thomas Edison
watch night services
Among area churches planning Watch Night services today: Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood
Israel considers truce offer on Day 4 of assault
Bush called leaders in the Mideast to press for a durable solution beyond any immediate truce.
No. 25 Butler rallies to win; CSU falls
INDIANAPOLIS — Freshman Shelvin Mack made five 3-pointers in the first seven minutes of the second
STACIE STROMSKI | JOSHUA DURIG
STACIE STROMSKI JOSHUA DURIG • COLUMBUS — Stacie Naomi Stromski and Joshua William Durig, both of
2009 has to be better
2009 has to be better Scripps Howard News Service: The year 2008 in the United States will be
Double your pleasure: Jan. schedule dotted by doubleheaders
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State University men’s and women’s basketball teams will play 11 games
E-mails \ Listing
E-mails \ Listing Descriptions of some of the inappropriate e-mails that Ohio Department of
FBI IDs robbery suspect
FBI IDs robbery suspect CLEVELAND — Kenneth Gibson, 33, of Cleveland is a suspect in a series of
Commissioners approve temporary spending plan
Financial uncertainty spawned the temporary budget. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
Howland to rehire 92 for 2009
HOWLAND — In a wrap-up of a 2008 agenda, trustees met to approve the salaries of township employees
No rise in property taxes in budget
The commissioners have not increased taxes and have not laid off any county workers. NEW CASTLE,
Gary Coleman continues to attract attention
Gary Coleman continues to attract attention SANTAQUIN, Utah — Gary Coleman, who makes it no secret
Mahoning County | First-quarter budget
Some departments receiving more than $100,000 each for the first quarter of the 2009 county general
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games Atlanta 109, Denver 91 Chicago 100, New Jersey 87 Detroit 88, Orlando 82
YSU women’s rally falls short at Toledo
TOLEDO — Youngstown State scored 22 points in the final 41‚Ñ2 minutes to cut a 22-point deficit to
Dog suffers enclosure with others, box gluing
The dog sustained only some scratches, but the assistant dog warden called the abuse ‘really cruel.’
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Roth Brothers — 13-year old Babe Ruth team has tryouts on Sundays. Call (330) 727-2213.
TUESDAY drawingS
TUESDAY drawingS multistate Mega Millions, 1-22-29-44-52 Mega Ball, 39 OHIO Tuesday night:
Rocket streak at end seals it
Maplewood rallied down the stretch for its sixth win to remain unbeaten. WARREN — The final
Cards clip Dogs in OT
Cardinal Mooney knocked off previously unbeaten East Palestine, 53-51. YOUNGSTOWN — East
Brookfield girls rally to win tournament, 41-36
BROOKFIELD — Ashley Swezey scored 13 points and Kodi Brenner added 10 to lead Brookfield past
Williams leads Campbell past Struthers, 53-45
Williams leads Campbell past Struthers, 53-45 He made all eight of his free throws in the final
TUESDAY’S RESULTS
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Tuesday, Dec. 30 BOYS BASKETBALL Mooney 53, East
New financing rates by GMAC Financing:
New financing rates by GMAC Financing: 2008 VEHICLES 0 percent: Chevrolet TrailBlazer; GMC
Defiant governor names Obama replacement
CHICAGO (AP) — Gov. Rod Blagojevich exercised what is left of his power Tuesday with a stunning but
Up, up on the roof for midnight drop
Up, up on the roof for midnight drop kFive city workers climbed to the top of City Hall Annex on
GREAT MEMORIES: Ted Toles of Warren, a former Negro League baseball player, posed for a portrait for
GREAT MEMORIES: Ted Toles of Warren, a former Negro League baseball player, posed for a portrait for
TOP LEFT: This unidentified girl apparently cut classes to see singer Brad Paisley during a John
TOP LEFT: This unidentified girl apparently cut classes to see singer Brad Paisley during a John
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Alejandro Perez, 39, of 811 Franklin Ave., Youngstown, and
Critics urging Congress to rescind $4,700 pay raise
WASHINGTON — Members of Congress have at least one reason to ring in the new year: They’ve given
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships: BOARDMAN Dec. 24
These Top 10 photos, as chosen by the staff of The Vindicator, represent all facets of news-
These Top 10 photos, as chosen by the staff of The Vindicator, represent all facets of news-
Bill to target candidate spending
A Republican from Medina will push the measure. COLUMBUS (AP) — State lawmakers reacting to the
Ball drop from City Hall Annex to top off First Night celebration
YOUNGSTOWN — Times Square isn’t the only place to watch a ball drop on New Year’s Eve. Five city
The year offered optimism and glory as well as crime and punishment
Dann scandal casts pall over Valley Some of the year’s top stories will be points of discussion
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace William and Maribel Capeles, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 28.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY • Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church will serve fish dinners from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the
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