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Trumbull sheriff busts meth lab
BLOOMFIELD — The Trumbull County Sheriff’s Office arrested three people at the site of a
TMH leader heading to Tennessee
WARREN — The president and CEO of Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital has accepted a position at
Green Bay stomps Penguins
The Youngstown State women’s basketball team is reverting back to its old habits. Unfortunately,
Man indicted for inducing panic at post office
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted a Grafton man on charges of inducing panic
Estimates exceed dollars for saving Harding facade
WARREN – It has become obvious that those close to Warren G. Harding High School don’t want just the
Errors seen in Wellington’s legal filings
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Sheriff Randall A. Wellington’s request to have his opponent
Snakes from house not up for adoption
YOUNGSTOWN — The snakes taken from a West Side house — a 14 1/2-foot Burmese python and 3-foot boa
Dulberger resigns from Regional Chamber
YOUNGSTOWN — Reid Dulberger is resigning as the Regional Chamber’s top economic development
Bad potholes? Here’s who to call
YOUNGSTOWN — Because of the constant freeze and thaw cycles breaking apart the pavement, this winter
Couple charged after dispute with tree cutters
LISBON — A couple is facing criminal charges after a scuffle with Columbiana County Sheriff’s
Trumbull sheriff opens substation in Mecca
WARREN – Trumbull County Sheriff Thomas Altiere says he’ll be opening a substation to service the
Masters Tuxedo opens service center in Boardman
Masters Tuxedo opens service center in Boardman BOARDMAN — Masters Tuxedo is returning to the area
People love, hate payday lending industry
Opinion: Frank Sinkovich is proud to be a payday lender. He figures the loans from his Boardman business
Former YSU coach Beede to be honored at banquet
The Penguin Club will salute former football coach Dwight “Dike” Beede” at the scholarship/ring
Route 87 in Kinsman closed
Route 87 in Kinsman closed MESPOTAMIA — Due to recent heavy rains, the Ohio Department of
Canfield PTO wants you to cut hair to raise funds
CANFIELD — Last year, Canfield Parent Teacher Organization President Betty Leone wanted to organize
Canfield divers advance to district
Canfield High divers Elizabeth Wilkens and Alexandra McClurg advanced to the Division I district
Veterans Service Commission to move to Oakhill building
Veterans Service Commission to move to Oakhill building YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Veterans
Audit report says Youngstown schools should cut 376 jobs
Audit report says Youngstown schools should cut 376 jobs YOUNGSTOWN — A state performance audit
YSU enrollment numbers pleases president
YSU enrollment numbers pleases president YOUNGSTOWN — The official spring 2008 student enrollment
Crestview parent-teacher conferences will be Thursday
COLUMBIANA — Crestview High School will hold its parent-teacher conferences from 3 to 9 p.m.
East Side shooting victim identified
East Side shooting victim identified YOUNGSTOWN — The man found shot to death on the East Side on
Homestead exemption unfazed by Strickland jobs package
Homestead exemption unfazed by Strickland jobs package COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland said his
Orchid Society plans spring show in Akron
Orchid Society plans spring show in Akron AKRON — The Greater Akron Orchid Society will present
Town Hall meeting at Jewish center
Town Hall meeting at Jewish center YOUNGSTOWN — A Town Hall meeting that will focus on judicial
Wine-tasting event to benefit artists
Wine-tasting event to benefit artists YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Club, on the fifth floor of the
Vindy.com News Podcast for February 7, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, February 7, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.
Hospital puts limit on visits due to flu Area facilities deal with spread of virus
Area hospitals are seeing increases in flu and flulike symptoms and are asking that the public limit
13-foot snake found hiding in closet
A smaller snake, dog, cat and kittens were found in the garage. YOUNGSTOWN — Police officers
Trucker says tornado damage in Tennessee was shocking
A driver hit heavy rain but avoided the path of tornadoes. A Struthers truck driver was shocked
Autopsy scheduled in Tomei death
NEW CASTLE, Pa — After almost two years’ struggle, two brothers’ wish for an investigation into the
Woman faces arson charge
Workers from the Youngstown Hearing and Speech Center assisted the woman. AUSTINTOWN — A woman
Niles to discuss flooding issues
Some problems can be attributed to older homes that have footer drains tied into sanitary sewers.
Coming to terms with high-definition future
Opinion: The very first video aired on MTV was the Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star.” I recently entered
‘Roscoe’ tries to do too much
Many black comics have roles in the movie. Hollywood, which spent most of the last century
Ledger died of accidental overdose, examiner rules
The ruling came two weeks after the actor was found dead in the bed of his SoHo apartment. NEW
Time to put Obama under microscope
Opinion: In human relationships, there is the flirtation stage, followed by what my grandparents called
Metallica, Pearl Jam to headline Bonnaroo
Metallica, Pearl Jam to headline Bonnaroo NEW YORK — Metallica and Pearl Jam will headline the
Beware, Knox can glue your mouth shut
Q. I’ve had some arthritis in my left index finger. The treatments I tried helped a little, but
SteelHounds suffer 5-3 loss against Texas
Youngstown coach Kevin Kaminski was upset with his team’s effort. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
Strike nearing an end?
Strike nearing an end? LOS ANGELES — The striking Writers Guild of America is anticipating that
Strickland’s proposals could benefit the Valley
The governor proposed a major education initiative for some high school seniors. COLUMBUS —
Trumbull County jury indictments
Twenty-three people were indicted Wednesday by a Trumbull County grand jury. They will be arraigned
They’re playing Liar’s Poker in D.C.
Opinion: While America’s super-sized attention was diverted and divided among the superlatives of Super Bowl
Concert pianist from YSU to perform in Algeria
Concert pianist from YSU to perform in Algeria YOUNGSTOWN — Concert pianist Roman Rudnytsky, a
Renovation query to go to experts
The county will seek advice on whether to renovate a building. LISBON — Can the Columbiana
Sinking to new lows
Opinion: Terrorists reached new lows of ugly behavior in Baghdad last week by remotely detonating the
Five by Design recalls early days of television with musical review
The group’s show, ‘Stay Tuned,’ revisits popular culture of the ’50s and ’60s. Remembering
TOP 25 ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games
No. 2 Duke 89, No. 3 North Carolina 78 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Duke’s depth really took care of short-
Galbraith, Mathews key Struthers to 12th victory
The Wildcats’ tenacious defense played a big role in the MAC win over Niles. NILES — Struthers
Alternative school offers a last chance to students
Editorial: There are between 900 and 1,000 public school students in Mahoning County who, for a variety of
Coconut Road leads to waste, corruption
Opinion: LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Coconut Road near Fort Myers looks like any other concrete ribbon near housing
Taliban in Pakistan declare cease-fire
Meanwhile, pre-election violence broke out in Karachi. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — After weeks of
Team will visit, assess Youngstown State
Faculty, students and staff will get a chance to speak with the visitation team. YOUNGSTOWN —
A homecoming of sorts for Youngstown native Lawrence Brownlee
While in Akron, the performer will conduct a master class. In a span of just six years since
Arum has high praise for Kelly
The Top Rank chairman says he has the tools to be the best ever. Top Rank chairman Bob Arum
ROUNDUP News and notes
ROUNDUP News and notes Price of fame: Although Kelly Pavlik’s fame has grown exponentially over
Miss Greenawalt, Mr. Klingensmith are engaged
X The engagement of Alyson Greenawalt, a daughter of Georgia Greenawalt, 841 E. Lucius Ave.,
Church chosen for Proffit-Boyce spring wedding
X The engagement of Brynn L. Proffit, 7582 Olive St., Masury, and Eric J. Boyce, 1249 Bedford Road,
YSU signs 19 recruits in quickest time ever
The 19 players, including 4 freshmen, were signed by 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. YOUNGSTOWN —
Al-Qaida in Iraq videos show children training, U.S. says
The U.S. military seized the videos in a December raid. BAGHDAD (AP) — Boys in soccer jerseys don
Leetonia woman chronicles all things Stanley in newsletter
An interest in ancestry drew Nelda Stanley Hawkins into a national family organization.
Penn State’s list good but small
The Nittany Lions once again loaded up at linebacker, including Michael Zordich. STATE COLLEGE,
Looking for an event to attend over the next week? Here are a few suggestions:
Looking for an event to attend over the next week? Here are a few suggestions: CANFIELD AT POLAND
Parents announce Frisco-Gottschalk engagement
X The engagement of Mara McLandrich Frisco and Kevin Gottschalk is being announced by their parents,
McMenamy’s to feature martial arts show
NILES — Mixed-martial-arts fighters will come to McMenamy’s, 325 Youngstown-Warren Road, for a Feb.
Beware of sweepstakes scam, police warn
POLAND — A letter informing an Island Drive woman that she won $45,000 in a sweepstakes seemed
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Ellsworth Township Zoning Board, reorganizational meeting, 6 p.m., Ellsworth
High seeds have high hopes as the tournament begins
IN MARCH 2001, THE CANFIELD High girls basketball team advanced to the Division II state title game,
Auditions: Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “An Evening of One Acts: [Melodrama].” Victorian Players Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave.,
Chrysler to move tooling business from Plastech
Plastech is blaming Chrysler for its bankruptcy filing. CHICAGO (AP) — Chrysler LLC plans to end
Changes planned for Time Warner
Time Warner’s stock has fallen 29 percent in the past 12 months. NEW YORK (AP) — Time Warner
Date changed for concert benefiting survivors of arson
YOUNGSTOWN — The concert at Chevrolet Centre to benefit the Crawford family has been changed to Feb.
Medical society presents awards
Nine doctors were recognized for completing 50 years of practicing medicine. YOUNGSTOWN — Drs.
Take small steps in order to reach lifestyle goals
Dear Readers: If you’re working on a lifestyle change, like losing weight or quitting smoking, there
Ex-jail dentist sentenced to year in prison
WARREN — A former Trumbull County Jail dentist has been sentenced to one year in prison after
G.B. Community Theater in Ashtabula offers “A Series of One Act Plays” at 8 at the
G.B. Community Theater in Ashtabula offers “A Series of One Act Plays” at 8 at the Ashtabula Arts
Swimming develops at Mooney High
Supported by parents and the school, the team has grown to 10 members. YOUNGSTOWN — Three
Morgan will be host of local theater awards
YOUNGSTOWN — Rich Morgan, WKBN-TV 27 weathercaster, will host the Legends of the Theater Honors. The
Gaige-Albert troth being announced, wedding planned
X CANFIELD — The engagement of Laura Gaige, 2899 Linwood Ave., Cincinnati, and Justin Albert, also
Ohio, Pennsylvania in play for presidential horse race
Opinion: Super “Duper” Tuesday with its 24 primaries and caucuses was supposed to be the defining moment in
May wedding set by Jennifer Wren and Daniel Parvu
X MINERAL RIDGE — Don and Becki Kollar, 3889 Meander Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
Diebold to reduce work force
NORTH CANTON, Ohio (AP) — Diebold Inc. said Wednesday it plans to cut about 800 jobs, or 5 percent
Some Grammy nominees sound familiar
The rules create some awkward situations. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Even if you only occasionally
Police investigate death
Police investigate death YOUNGSTOWN — City police were on the scene late Wednesday of an East Side
Coach Greg McAtee stays busy with Penguin Swimming
He works year-round with youngsters ages 4 to 19. YOUNGSTOWN — Greg McAtee’s alarm buzzes at
Challenger returns after 35 years
Chrysler has sold 9,000 Challengers prior to its launch this spring. CHICAGO (AP) — After a 35-
Macy’s to cut 2,300 management jobs
Macy will eliminate regional headquarters in Minneapolis, St. Louis and Seattle. CINCINNATI (AP) —
“I am extremely concerned about the toll the current pace of operations is taking on them and
Opinion: “I am extremely concerned about the toll the current pace of operations is taking on them and on
YSU BASKETBALL \ Today’s games
YSU MEN (7-15, 3-9) vs. DETROIT (1-10, 5-15) When: 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV:
Plans announced for Lodge-Kondas summer wedding
X POLAND — A summer wedding is planned by Ann Elizabeth Lodge and C. Phillip Kondas, both of 203 S.
Bills would make Do Not Call Registry permanent
WASHINGTON (AP) — Politicians have finally found an issue they all can agree on: Telemarketers
REGION
REGION First Niles to repurchase common, preferred shares NILES — First Niles Financial said it
Wine-tasting event to benefit artists
Wine-tasting event to benefit artists YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Club, on the fifth floor of the
South Range board to meet with district’s teachers union
NORTH LIMA — South Range Board of Education will conduct its next meeting with the district’s
Man pleads guilty in toddler’s murder
WARREN – A 25-year-old Warren man was spared a possible death sentence for the beating death of a 2
Tressel happy with class, but still seeking Pryor
The Buckeyes signed 9 players, eight of them being linemen. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State locked up
Governor’s proposals to benefit the Valley
The governor proposed a major education initiative for some high school seniors. COLUMBUS —
Study: Suctioning artery clot aids heart patients
In placing a stent, surgeons usually push aside a blockage. NEW YORK (AP) — New research suggests
2 Chinese companies, 1 in U.S. indicted in tainted pet food cases
Thousands of pets have died after eating the food, a U.S. attorney said. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) —
Man bound over on drug charge
GIRARD — One man charged with felony trafficking in drugs last month has been bound over to a
Insurgent material found in Iraq
A look at some insurgent-linked material recovered by the U.S. military in Iraq: Dec. 8, 2007: In
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Sean and Kristine Dwyer, New Castle, Pa., boy, Jan. 23.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Jan. 31 Misuse of a credit card: A Boardman
Corrections officer sues sheriff’s office
WARREN – A Trumbull County Jail corrections officer has filed a $125,000 lawsuit against the
County OKs application for building grant
WARREN – The Trumbull County commissioners have given approval to the filing of a $5 million state
Twisters kill at least 55, injure hundreds in South
Many communities had been warned that the storms were on their way. LAFAYETTE, Tenn. (AP) — One
Administration defends use of waterboarding
The use of the interrogation technique is legal, a White House spokesman said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
NBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games
Pistons 100, Heat 95 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Rasheed Wallace had 26 points and 10 rebounds to lead
Youngstown council OKs sewer project
City council also dedicated $2,500 to the Crawford family. YOUNGSTOWN — City council has
MCDONALD COUNCIL | Agenda
Meeting Wednesday, village officials handled these matters: Discussed resubmitting a grant
Lonely mother-in-law believes she is in love
Dear Annie: My in-laws divorced two years ago and my mother-in-law moved into an apartment. At the
Today is Thursday, Feb. 7, the 38th day of 2008. There are 328 days left in the year. This is the
Today is Thursday, Feb. 7, the 38th day of 2008. There are 328 days left in the year. This is the
Senate GOP stymies rebate-check measure
Republicans object to the $44 billion in add-ons that Democrats want. WASHINGTON (AP) — The fate
McCain widens lead in race for White House
The complicated delegate count in the Democratic races was still continuing. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Navy support center to get new commander
VIENNA — Navy Lt. Cmdr. Fredrick S. Vincenzo, a 1993 graduate of the Naval Academy, will assume
Phantoms sign two players for 2008-09 NAHL season
Center Doug Clifford and defenseman Dustin Hopfner will join the team. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning
Man is found guilty of voluntary manslaughter
‘This is the worst form of the offense,’ a prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — Allen K. Frost faces six
Terrelle Pryor decided not to decide just yet
JEANNETTE, Pa. (AP) — Terrelle Pryor’s decision — or, actually, non-decision — gives Penn State
Presidential hopefuls to do battle for Ohio
Ohio offers 88 Republican delegates and 161 Democratic delegates. COLUMBUS (AP) — Democratic
Struthers trucker shocked by tornado damage in Tennessee
A driver hit heavy rain but avoided the path of tornadoes. A Struthers truck driver was shocked