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State agency probes damage at YSU president’s home
LIBERTY — The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation has joined the probe into the
Brunner says election system could be overhauled by November
YOUNGSTOWN — If the state Legislature cooperates, Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner says Ohio can
15-year-old stabbed in eye
YOUNGSTOWN — A 15-year-old Stewart Avenue boy told police an unknown object was used to stab him in
Warren woman arrested in Boardman stabbing
BOARDMAN — Police arrested a 23-year-old Warren woman who’s accused of stabbing her boyfriend with a
Low water pressure in Boardman, Austintown, Canfield
There will be low water pressure in portions of Austintown, Boardman and Canfield townships
Public invited to play in JCC dodgeball tournament
YOUNGSTOWN — The Jewish Community Center is hosting its third annual Dodgeball Tournament at 1 p.m.
Employees unhappy about CEO’s $8 million bonus
DETROIT — Delphi Corp. wants to pay Executive Chairman Steve Miller $8.3 million for his work
Global cooling hitting the Mahoning Valley?
YOUNGSTOWN — Global cooling? Last year was the first time since 2003 that the Mahoning Valley’s
Crash kills New Castle man
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Neshannock Township Police are still investigating the cause of a crash that
Home buyer and financial workshops scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN — Financial Fitness and pre-purchase home ownership workshops will be held Jan. 15 and
Couple stabbed in Warren
WARREN – One person remains hospitalized and another released after treatment as a result of their
Policeman makes sergeant after 37 years
WARREN – An 37-year veteran of the police department has been promoted to sergeant. Michael
Columbiana schools holds fundraising event
COLUMBIANA — Heartland Christian School is sponsoring “The Big Event” Saturday to benefit the Nick
Boardman man reports home robbery
BOARDMAN — An 83-year-old Melrose Avenue man reported being robbed at his home. The victim told
Seven killed across Ohio in traffic crashes
The Ohio State Highway Patrol in Columbus reported that seven people were killed in three crashes
Fisherman’s Swap Meet
Fisherman’s Swap Meet NEW PHILADELPHIA — The 23rd annual Fisherman’s Swap Meet will be held from
Fire destroys two vacant homes in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Fire erupted at a vacant house at 1650 Stewart Ave. on the East Side early on New
Garden Club plans trip to flower show
Garden Club plans trip to flower show HOWLAND — The Green Thumb Garden Club of Howland will
Let’s go to the hop! Dance to benefit officer
Let’s go to the hop! Dance to benefit officer AUSTINTOWN — Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Center
Officers installed
Officers installed YOUNGSTOWN — The highlight of the Dec. 9 Christmas party held by the
Will party handles an awkward issue
When there’s a will, there’s a way to party. The party was in full swing at Tony and Sarah Beth
Cleveland tests low-growing grass on city property
The city is looking to save money on maintenance, one official said. CLEVELAND (AP) — The city is
You’ll find hard cooked eggs more appealing
Dear Heloise: One might assume that we would know by now, but we get frustrated in finding it
Better Trumbull County rating to lower cost of home insurance
A year ago, the department added pre-construction review of residential construction plans.
Mummers strut after rain delay
One group that joined the annual parade was the Granny Peace Brigade. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
Elections to be delayed
Elections to be delayed ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistan elections will be delayed by one month
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS THURSDAY • Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road,
Musharraf must act wisely to survive
Opinion: When Benazir Bhutto, the recently assassinated former prime minister of Pakistan, returned to her
Katrina’s disaster relief was disgrace
Opinion: WASHINGTON — One can only hope that the holiday season brought good cheer to those who lost
Another Phantom recruit
Another Phantom recruit Mahoning Valley Phantoms forward Miles Winter has made a verbal
Army retiree wants back in
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — A man who turned 60 and was forced to leave the Army because of a retirement
Tressel, Gee both oppose BCS playoffs
COLUMBUS (AP) — Jim Tressel padded his résumé thanks to college playoffs. Once a fervent supporter
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Niles Board of Education, annual organizational meeting, 7 p.m., high school, 616
Quikoin keeps coins handy, ends jingling
The palm-sized Quikoin holds about $3 in coins. CLEVELAND (AP) — A low-profile company solved the
Candidates urge supporters to get to caucuses
Thursday’s caucuses are the first votes of the presidential nominating process. DES MOINES, Iowa
The American Lung Association of Ohio gives these tips to help quit smoking.
The American Lung Association of Ohio gives these tips to help quit smoking. Contemplate joining a
NHL ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s other games
Capitals 6, Senators 3 WASHINGTON — Mike Green had two goals and an assist, Michael Nylander and
Winter Classic Crosby ices Sabres in snow
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Sidney Crosby can expect chilly receptions every time he returns to
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nathaniel Harry Jr., 26, Cumming, Ga., and LaKeisha M.
Bottle collector enjoys history
The collection is arranged according to various categories. WINESBURG, Ohio (AP) — About 35 years
United States is losing global contest for talent
Opinion: The European Union took a step recently that the U.S. Congress can’t seem to muster the courage to
Presidential candidates off and running — way too soon
Presidential candidates off and running — way too soon This new year promises to a bizarre one for
Bruised, but not beaten: Steelers battling injuries
Pittsburgh doesn’t have even one backup at some positions. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers
Dried fruit goes well with pork tenderloin
Elegant, fast and healthy. You really can have it all in one meal. Dinners that are special enough
New operator for ferries
New operator for ferries NEW YORK (AP) — New Year’s Day brought a new operator for the ferries
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Dec. 28 Drugs: A traffic stop near South and
STOP SMOKING How to quit
The American Lung Association of Ohio gives these tips to help quit smoking. Contemplate joining a
Signs warn of a weakened military force
Opinion: Like a foghorn’s deep, loud warning to mariners who can’t see the lighthouse or shoals ahead, the
Call it what you will, this cake is just good
Like most cooks, I walk a fine line. Knowing the craft is as much intuitive as it is learned. When
Getting maximum flavor out of food
While in training to become a cooking teacher a few decades ago, the first thing our group of 12 did
Trump tweaks the formula with ‘Celeb Apprentice’
Think the celebrities won’t get fired? Guess again. It is an age-old dilemma in business. Once
Sooners, WVU set in Fiesta matchup
Several Mahoning Valley players will take part in the BCS bowl game. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) —
Warren man shot while walking in Youngstown
Warren man shot while walking in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN — Marquies Johnson, 20, of Idylwild Street,
Winning choir welcomes New Year
CINCINNATI (AP) — Some hometown heroes sang in the New Year in Cincinnati. Members of “Team
Gunmen in Sudan kill U.S. diplomat
The last time an American diplomat was killed there was in 1973. KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — An
A look at the requirements imposed by the new law that tightens registration requirements for sexual
A look at the requirements imposed by the new law that tightens registration requirements for sexual
“The Celebrity Apprentice” (9 p.m., NBC): They come armed with star power (however
“The Celebrity Apprentice” (9 p.m., NBC): They come armed with star power (however dimming), bravado
Police charge 2 in disappearance of lighting
AKRON (AP) — Two men have been arrested in the disappearance of some of the landscaping lighting
Cut the oil, trim the calories
Appetizers can be a tasty start to a meal, but if you order a fried item, you might be consuming an
In hybrid race, Toyota looks to next generation
The Prius has given the company quite a boost, analysts say. TOYOTA, Japan (AP) — Since he was a
Mob burns church in Kenya; 50 die
The people killed were members of the president’s Kikuyu tribe. NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A mob
Missouri, Temple roll in Cotton win over Arkansas
The Tigers, who were one win from the BCS title game, won 38-7. DALLAS (AP) — Colorful confetti
OSU has thrived on huge fan base
The Buckeyes are one of the most loved and hated teams in the country. COLUMBUS — For some
Congress needs more Blue Dogs
Opinion: Let’s hear it for the Blue Dogs. That’s the moniker for a fiscally responsible group of Democrats
Working young people cite economy as their key issue
It’s taking young people in Ohio longer to find jobs, a YSU labor studies professor said. SOUTH
Video game slots: Company to test appeal to players
Casinos are moving slowly toward offer ing skill-based machines. LAS VEGAS — Years from now,
Officers installed
Officers installed YOUNGSTOWN — The highlight of the Dec. 9 Christmas party held by the
2007 STATISTICS Ohio’s biggest cities
Homicides recorded by the city’s three largest cities in 2007 and 2006: CINCINNATI 2007: 68.
Governor hopes good bipartisan relations continue
Strickland meets weekly with Republican and Democratic leaders in the Legislature. COLUMBUS —
Phantoms’ Winter to play for Quinnipiac
The forward made a verbal commitment for next season. BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Phantoms
30-year-old doesn’t want to be ‘wicked stepmom’ to grown children
Dear Annie: I’m 30 years old, and for the past two years, I’ve been seeing a wonderful man who’s 48.
Former rapper builds a new career online
Hammer went bankrupt in 1996 after becoming an icon in the early 1990s. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — MC
The state has about 23,000 registered sex offenders.
The state has about 23,000 registered sex offenders. COLUMBUS — More Ohio felons will be
Casual bag replaces traditional briefcase
Convenience, style and function make casual handbags more practical. MILWAUKEE — Whither the
Taylor calls Heinz Field ‘terrible’
The Jacksonville RB said it’s the worst playing surface in the NFL. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Fred Taylor
Military’s use of unmanned drones soars in Iraq
WASHINGTON (AP) — The military’s reliance on unmanned aircraft that can watch, hunt and sometimes
Trojans cruise against Illinois
Southern Cal’s 633 totals yards set a Rose Bowl record in the 49-17 win. PASADENA, Calif. (AP) —
Simply DELICIOUS
Stick to the basics for fine dining this winter. There’s a lot of hoity-toity food around
Police chief assesses future
A 1-mill levy is needed for operating costs, the police chief said. CRAIG BEACH — The police
Agency to receive $87,100 to assist victims of AIDS
The funding is for rent, mortgage and utility assistance. YOUNGSTOWN — Meridian Services
Adding coordinator cuts cost of flood insurance
WARREN — The appointment of a Trumbull County employee to be coordinator of the county’s National
Help is available to quit smoking
The Regional Tobacco Center receives grants to continue prevention programs. YOUNGSTOWN —
Big plans brewing for Trumbull parks
A second canoe and kayak trail is planned for the eastern part of the county. WARREN —
Vols post Outback win over Wisconsin
Tennessee overcame many obstacles to post a 21-17 victory. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Phillip Fulmer
ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Two U.S. Navy sailors were found dead Tuesday in a hotel room in the West
ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Two U.S. Navy sailors were found dead Tuesday in a hotel room in the West
Texas Tech rallies for Gator Bowl win
The Red Raiders fell behind by 14 points before beating Virginia 31-28. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) —
Patriots’ defense shaky in regular season final
New England gave up a season high for points allowed in the 38-35 win. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) —
Rodriguez is disappointed at WVU’s hard feelings
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Newly hired Michigan coach Rich Rodriguez watched the Capital One Bowl from the
Attacker kills 32 men under tent at funeral Iraqi official issues message for 2008
The government sent a draft amnesty bill to the parliament speaker. BAGHDAD (AP) — A suicide
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Broncos: The first anniversary of Darrent Williams’ killing arrived Tuesday with his friends and
Help available to quit smoking
The Regional Tobacco Center receives grants to continue prevention programs. YOUNGSTOWN —
“A piece of history has gone. Obviously a voice has gone ... [but] the legacy lives on.”
Opinion: “A piece of history has gone. Obviously a voice has gone ... [but] the legacy lives on.” Alicia
Officer fatally crashes trying to avoid deer
CEDARVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A police officer from the southwest Ohio village of Cedarville is dead from
Michigan, Carr go out a winner
The Wolverines upset No. 9 ranked Florida 41-35 in the Capital One Bowl. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) —
Brown’s release stalled
Brown’s release stalled AUGUSTA, Ga. — The legal feud over the estate of James Brown is stalling
Michigan hit by fast storm on New Year’s
DETROIT (AP) — A fast-moving New Year’s Day storm dumped more than a foot of snow on southeastern
Homicides down 24% in 2 big cities
Authorities said stepped-up police tactics helped reduce crime. Homicides dropped 24 percent in
Heads of the companies
Heads of the companies Women of color own 50 percent or more of an estimated 2.4 million firms,
NATION
NATION Posting résumés online: Exercise some caution NEW YORK — Prospective employers may not be
Vindy.com News Podcast for January 2, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, January 2, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.