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Austintown man charged with rape
YOUNGSTOWN — Eric D. Johnston, 48, of Howard Avenue, Austintown, was arrested at his home on a
Strickland says Hillary’s the one
AUSTINTOWN — Gov. Ted Strickland believes Hillary Clinton has the maturity and experience to be a
Milton stabbing death ruled homicide; man arrested
Stabbing death ruled homicide; man arrested LAKE MILTON — One stab wound killed a 28-year-old
Probation in child endangering case
YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning Avenue couple who pleaded guilty to reduced charges of child endangering
Horse’s partner dog available for adoption
YOUNGSTOWN — The black male Labrador retriever dog abandoned by his owner after the dog and a
Liberty’s future looks bright, audience told
LIBERTY — Business leaders and residents heard a message from township officials about Liberty’s
Girard mayor would veto purchases
GIRARD — Plans to buy new police cars here may not make it past the mayor’s desk. City council is
Web site war between Altiere and Consiglio
Web site war between Altiere and Consiglio WARREN — Trumbull County sheriff’s candidate Joseph
Trumbull auditor says beware of paying high fees for deed copies
Trumbull auditor says beware of paying high fees for deed copies WARREN — Trumbull County Recorder
Wellsville man charged with killing his wife in ’07
Wellsville man charged with killing his wife in ’07 LISBON — A Wellsville man has surrendered to
Davis’ brothers charged with arson
Davis’ brothers charged with arson YOUNGSTOWN — The two younger brothers of a man accused of using
Booth set up Sunday to recruit minorities for YPD
Booth set up Sunday to recruit minorities for YPD YOUNGSTOWN — A booth will be set up to do
City school science day is Saturday
City school science day is Saturday YOUNGSTOWN — Looking for an entertaining an educational outing
Firefighters to be honored
Firefighters to be honored YOUNGSTOWN — The 21st annual Youngstown Professional Firefighters
Souper Artists’ dinner at Bessemer school
Souper Artists’ dinner at Bessemer school BESSEMER, Pa. — The A.R.T.S. Club of Mohawk Junior and
Liberty Relay for Life plans ‘Taste for a Cure’
Liberty Relay for Life plans ‘Taste for a Cure’ YOUNGSTOWN — Station Square Ristorante and Weather
Canfield Welcome Wagon prepares for ‘Spring Fling’
Canfield Welcome Wagon prepares for ‘Spring Fling’ BOARDMAN — Welcome Wagon of Canfield will
Chili sale at church
Chili sale at church COLUMBIANA — Carryout orders of homemade chili will be sold from 9 a.m. to 5
Area groups activities
Club Calendar ASSOCIATIONS • Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association
2 charged in scuffle with utility workers
The line is part of the national electrical grid. LISBON — A couple is facing criminal charges
Worry won’t keep ‘Kevin’ from drugs
Dear Annie: I am a senior in high school and have been lucky enough to find myself in a relationship
Northwest Ohio residents assess flood damage
The flood wasn’t as bad as the one in August, but now freezing is a problem. FINDLAY, Ohio (AP) —
Brookfield celebrates Senior Night just right
BROOKFIELD — Now that’s how Senior Night is supposed to go. Senior post player Morgan Bonekovic
Thursday night local basketbll scores
THURSDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Chaney 37, East Palestine 32 East 60,
Suspect in Conn. robbery arrested in Puerto Rico
Suspect in Conn. robbery arrested in Puerto Rico SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — A Puerto Rican militant
Budget hole gets deeper
Opinion: If President Bush’s budget for fiscal 2009 is approved in its current form, U.S. government spending
Al Jarreau promises night of uplifting music for fans
The jazz, pop and R&B artist released his first album in 1975. CLEVELAND — Nothing short of
Americans ignoring Latin America
Opinion: WASHINGTON — No wonder that presidential hopefuls from both parties have almost forgotten to mention
Summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Feb. 1
Association meetings
ASSOCIATIONS X Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Tuesday
SteelHounds to take on Mississippi tonight
Who: SteelHounds vs. Mississippi RiverKings. Gametimes: 7:05 p.m. today and Saturday, and 4:05 p.m.
Slow start, fine finish at Beeghly
YSU snapped its six-game losing streak, beating Detroit 55-48. YOUNGSTOWN — It certainly
U.S., Britain renew push to show they can win war in Afghanistan
Europeans say the U.S. puts too much emphasis on war. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The United States
Gift cards being used for basics
January’s retail sales were the weakest since at least 1970. NEW YORK (AP) — Here’s a sign of how
Safety hints help winterize cars
Dear Readers: There’s nothing worse than your car breaking down on a frigid day. Here are a few
Clemens’ trainer claims photos show evidence
The pitcher spent the day lobbying congressmen probing whether he used drugs. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Browns’ Winslow wants new contract
HONOLULU (AP) — Chad Johnson is unhappy about the silence of his teammates. Kellen Winslow is
Smiling Shaq shows off new sunny disposition
The former Heat center has become a Sun. PHOENIX (AP) — Shaquille O’Neal flashed that wide smile,
Your rebate check soon will be in mail
Rebate checks will be based on 2007 tax returns and should begin arriving in May. WASHINGTON (AP)
Vindy.com News Podcast for February 8, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Friday, February 8, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Vaughn’s variety works well in ‘Wild West Comedy Show’
Not only will viewers get a look at the featured comics, we’ll also meet their folks. Vince
Slain man not a thug, grieving mom says
Some relatives feel police were disrespectful. YOUNGSTOWN — Robert L. Rogers’ mother described her
Local movie listings
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Cut 376 jobs; save $17M
YOUNGSTOWN — City school officials say that a state audit recommending some $17 million in spending
This time, the joke is on the pundits
Opinion: WASHINGTON — It’s great when the voters turn their backs on conventional wisdom! We pundits said
Bush should call North Korea’s bluff
Opinion: Three decades ago, North Korean agents abducted a dozen or more Japanese men, women and children,
Acupuncture is useful for fertility, report says
Experts believe the ancient Chinese practice enhances blood flow to the uterus. CHICAGO —
Today is Friday, Feb. 8, the 39th day of 2008. There are 327 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Feb. 8, the 39th day of 2008. There are 327 days left in the year. On this date in
Columbiana County indictments
A Columbiana County grand jury recently indicted the following people: Donald E. Lowe Jr., 41, of
Veterans services to move to Oakhill
Veterans services will have a more accessible location. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County
Nonprofit agency seeks to help more programs
The agency’s financial assistance helped develop 406 housing units in Mahoning County.
Taylor amps up training for Pavlik
The former champion said he underestimated Pavlik in September. Jermain Taylor said he
Project lets kids give of themselves
Many of the kids needing the hair have lost theirs to a medical condition. CANFIELD — Last year,
Blood evidence lacking in death of pregnant woman, expert says
An FBI investigator testified that no blood was found in Cutts’ truck. CANTON (AP) — Authorities
Murtha puts condition on war bill
Bush wants $189 billion for the wars this year. WASHINGTON (AP) — A top Democrat said Thursday he
Property, fee legislation moves forward
CAMPBELL — City council advanced to a second reading legislation creating two new property
Merck to pay $671M to settle claims of overcharging, bribes
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — In one of the biggest U.S. health care fraud settlements ever, Merck & Co. will
Masters Tuxedo to return to area
The company moved its headquarters to Las Vegas 10 years ago. BOARDMAN — Masters Tuxedo is
Canfield divers advance to district meet
AKRON — Canfield High divers Elizabeth Wilkens and Alexandra McClurg have advanced to the Division I
Man indicted in post office scare
Suspects were indicted on attempted murder, inducing panic and burglary charges. YOUNGSTOWN —
Hopkins, Calzaghe take aim at history
The experienced fighters will meet at light-heavyweight on April 19. LONDON (AP) — Bernard Hopkins
Akron mayor: Sell sewer system for tuition
AKRON (AP) — The mayor on Thursday proposed selling the city’s sewer system to private investors and
United Community declares 9.5-cent dividend
REGION United Community declares 9.5-cent dividend YOUNGSTOWN — United Community Financial Corp.
Dethroned beauty queen is released from jail
Dethroned beauty queen is released from jail LAS VEGAS — A former beauty queen who was stripped of
On goodwill mission, Jolie has lunch with U.S. troops
Dozens of Iraqi legislators walked out of parliament to protest rules for elections. BAGHDAD,
Dulberger to resign from chamber post
The official is taking an economic development position in Tennessee. YOUNGSTOWN — Reid Dulberger
TMH president, CEO to leave for Tennessee
Forum’s trustees are forming a search committee. WARREN — The president and CEO of Forum Health
Chili sale at church
Chili sale at church COLUMBIANA — Carryout orders of homemade chili will be sold from 9 a.m. to 5
Spears’ release upsets her parents
The singer was hospitalized Jan. 31. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Why was she released? That’s the
Ramon’s shot rallies Pitt past West Virginia
PITTSBURGH — Ronald Ramon barely beat the final horn with a game-winning 3-pointer from the left
Gov. Strickland continues to move forward boldly
Opinion: You have to give Gov. Ted Strickland credit for being bold. In his first State of the State
Taylor guides East past Harding
ITCL champ McDonald beat Bristol to finish 19-1. YOUNGSTOWN — Providence recruit Brittany Taylor
76ers cruise past Shaq-less Heat
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Andre Iguodala scored 25 and Andre Miller added 21, leading the Philadelphia
Who’s this guy? Jones nabs lead at Pebble Beach
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — The celebrity watch at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am took place
Ursuline grad Brown scores 10 in CSU loss
CLEVELAND (AP) — Todd Brown and Vaughn Duggins each scored 12 points as Wright State jumped out to
Rolling Rockets blast Cavs
LeBron James had 32 points for the short-handed Cavaliers. HOUSTON (AP) — Yao Ming had 22 points
Board, audience debate over what to do with Harding
A World War II veteran said soldiers returned to Harding after the war — and knew they were home.
Acquisitions land Martin ride with DEI
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — History is important to Mark Martin, and stepping into the No. 8
Dozens arrested in raids on Mafia in NYC and Italy
The federal indictment named the top three Gambino family members. NEW YORK (AP) — The Gambinos
Raid on Butler, Pa., home yields 410 guns
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Federal agents seized hundreds of guns and thousands of rounds of ammunition from
Three area high school students to compete in NCAA
Canfield’s Audra Frimpong will attend Alabama. Three area high school track and/or cross
Penguins pull past New York Islanders
New York has lost six straight games. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ryan Whitney had two goals and Kris Letang
Shuttle heads to space station
Atlantis carries a $2 billion European laboratory. The space shuttle Atlantis launched Thursday
Teacher stabbed in front of her fifth-grade class
Both of the man’s victims were in critical condition Thursday night. PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (AP) — A
Two-thirds of the world’s smokers live in 10 countries.
Two-thirds of the world’s smokers live in 10 countries. NEW YORK (AP) — The World Health
SPENDING CUTS
SPENDING CUTS Youngstown city schools Ohio Auditor Mary Taylor has offered recommendations she
Altiere opponent: Substation is political move
A sheriff’s substation in the northern part of the county will save deputies time. WARREN —
Beverly comes up big in OT, lifts Ursuline
The Irish captured the SVC title with a 61-60 win over Mooney. YOUNGSTOWN — Ursuline High’s
Odd weather keeps pothole patchers busy
Call to report large potholes, the county engineer urges the public. YOUNGSTOWN — Because of
Python, boa from city home head for zoo
Police are searching for a man presumed to be the creatures’ owner. YOUNGSTOWN — The snakes taken
YSU roster ‘on target’
YSU roster ‘on target’ YOUNGSTOWN — The official spring 2008 student enrollment number at
Spending to create Ohio jobs is smart — and necessary
Editorial: Spending to create Ohio jobs is smart — and necessary To those who like to say that government
National College in Youngstown offers help to ex-Indalex workers
The money can be used for retraining programs at National College campuses. YOUNGSTOWN — National
Turnover troubles doom Penguins
Horizon League leader UW-Green Bay routed YSU, 75-47. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State
Daytona kicks off minus circus atmosphere
The 50th race will be run on Feb. 17. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — There were no marriage proposals,
Pens win at Igloo
Pens win at Igloo Evgeni Malkin had three assists and Ryan Malone also scored as the Pittsburgh
McCain emerges as likely nominee Romney drops out of Republican race
McCain has 707 delegates and is more than halfway to the 1,191 he needs to win the nomination.
Notable feats in history
Opinion: I will dedicate a portion of this column to some little-known black history achievements that probably don’t get a whole lot of attention.
Governor: Tax exemption for seniors not in jeopardy
The tax cut is open to Ohioans 65 and older. COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland said his $1.7
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