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Hillary, McCain win New Hampshire
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton won New Hampshire’s Democratic primary Tuesday night in a startling upset.
Man in critical condition after shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who was shot in the stomach in a home invasion was in critical condition
Mother who threatened daughter harm urged to seek counseling
Mother who threatened harm to daughter was urged to seek counseling YOUNGSTOWN — After threatening
State police seek help to capture escapee
State police seek help to capture escapee NEW BRIGHTON, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver
Boil alert issued for parts of Mineral Ridge
MINERAL RIDGE – Water customers in the area of Laura Lane and Morris Street, including Seaborn
Youngstown man leads Mercer state police on two-state chase
Opinion: MERCER, Pa. — A Youngstown, Ohio, man is in the Mercer County Jail after a two-state police chase
12-year-old boy charged with attack on teaching assistant
12-year-old boy charged with attack on teaching assistant YOUNGSTOWN — A 12-year-old student was
Elderly man attacked on South Side
Elderly man attacked on South Side YOUNGSTOWN — An 84-year-old Shady Run Road man punched by an
Teen-age boys demand money from homeowner
YOUNGSTOWN — Two teen-age boys wearing ski masks entered a Hermosa Avenue home through an unlocked
Warren detective breaks up stolen DVD ring
Warren detective breaks up stolen DVD ring WARREN — A city detective has broken up a DVD theft
Kids throw bricks at woman’s car on North Side
Kids throw bricks at woman’s car on North Side YOUNGSTOWN — At least eight boys and one girl threw
Warren clergy coalition opens block watch office
WARREN — The Warren Community & Clergy Coalition, a group of city residents and church leaders that
OSU outplayed in national title game
No. 2 LSU danced, dodged and darted its way into the end zone Monday night, turning the BCS national championship game into a horrible replay for No. 1 Ohio State. It was over early, with Matt Flynn throwing four touchdown passes in a 38-24 win.
NORTHFIELD ENTRIES
NORTHFIELD ENTRIES WEDNESDAY — 6 P.M. 1st—PACE, FMNW200PS, $2,000, 1 Mile MI Life's Jewel,A
BCS NOTEBOOK From the Superdome
DVD idea: The idea for a motivational DVD that Ohio State’s coaching staff put together for its
World won’t be that impressed by Obama’s story
Opinion: Every time I hear about how Sen. Barack Obama is going to “re-brand” America’s image in the Middle
Crime Stoppers back in reward business
The program uses TV, radio and newspapers to get the message out. YOUNGSTOWN — The Greater
BUCKEYE TACKLE: Ohio State’s Donald Washington, 20, upends LSU wide receiver Early Doucet in
BUCKEYE TACKLE: Ohio State’s Donald Washington, 20, upends LSU wide receiver Early Doucet in the
Girard mayor reflects on challenges
The city will face its share of challenges in 2008. GIRARD — Mayor James Melfi has made
Employees get fatter paychecks
The highest raise given out was 12.2 percent. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — It was Christmas all over
The newly formed All-American Conference begins in eight months.
The newly formed All-American Conference begins in eight months. BOARDMAN — As commissioner
First in fourth
First in fourth Right up there with tugging on Superman’s cape should be this perpetual no-no:
MRDD dispute leads to changes on ballot
The board had a $909 dinner check at a mandatory training session. LISBON — The Columbiana
Brewster resigns as Krispy Kreme’s CEO
Krispy Kreme continues to deal with falling sales and troubled franchises. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) —
NOTEBOOK | NASCAR
Antitrust suit dismissed: A federal judge dismissed an antitrust lawsuit filed against NASCAR by a
OSU’s future still is cloudy
NEW ORLEANS — Now that Ohio State’s second straight run at a national title is finished, what about
Associated Press
Associated Press LET’S GO BUCKS: Ohio State’s head coach Jim Tressel and his team cheer a positive
Warren council, school board partner on bettering education
The council president suggests building recreational facilities for youths. WARREN — City
Murder retrial gets under way
YOUNGSTOWN — Opening statements were to be made today in the retrial of Shon D. Rankin on a murder
AROUND THE NHL News and notes
Penguins: Pittsburgh recalled defenseman Ryan Lannon and center Ryan Stone from Wilkes-
Farrell man ‘critical,’ was shot during pursuit
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A Farrell man was in critical condition Monday at St. Elizabeth Health Center in
Weathersfield police chief to run against Sheriff Altiere
Sheriff Thomas Altiere has rescinded high pay increases that he gave out by mistake. WARREN —
STEELHOUNDS PREVIEW Tonight
Who: SteelHounds vs. Bossier-Shreveport When: 8:05 p.m. Where: CenturyTel Center, Bossier City, La.
LeBron loves fourth quarter
In his last four games, he’s averaging 13.5 points in the final quarter. CLEVELAND (AP) — Right
CRIME STOPPERS | Greater Youngstown
A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime: Jefferey Foster,
REGION
REGION Metals, welding groups plan joint dinner meeting AUSTINTOWN — The Warren chapter of the
3 YSU history graduate students to attend conference in Hawaii
The students will present research at an international conference. YOUNGSTOWN — Three Youngstown
Austintown man treated for gunshots
AUSTINTOWN — Township police are investigating a shooting on Cumberland Circle. Officers who
Colts’ defense gains attention: Sanders named top defender
He beat out Seattle’s Patrick Kerney and Tennessee’s Albert Haynesworth. NEW YORK (AP) — Bob
Evolution is science; creationism is belief
Opinion: Evolution is science; creationism is belief EDITOR: I write to strongly refute comments made in
War crimes trial deserves attention of all Americans
There have been books written on the topic, a highly acclaimed movie that provided important
Environmental health director takes buyout
The city health department received grants for its dental sealant and HIV prevention programs.
Democracy delayed, again
Opinion: Washington Post: Some autocratic governments claim they can’t risk democratic elections because
Hasselbeck returns to ‘View’ with her baby
Hasselbeck returns to ‘View’ with her baby NEW YORK — Elisabeth Hasselbeck took her newborn son,
BCS looking to create four-team major college football playoff
It must determine in the next nine to 12 months for the 2010 season. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — BCS
“All of the candidates are being generally supportive of Bush in his positions, but none want
Opinion: “All of the candidates are being generally supportive of Bush in his positions, but none want his
Preseason testing begins at Daytona Speedway
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Tanned and relaxed as the sun set over the Caribbean on New Year’s Day,
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: Charlie Murphy When: Friday through Sunday (times vary) Where: The Cleveland
Butler streaks to 14th victory
CHICAGO (AP) — Matt Howard scored 19 points, and No. 16 Butler won its sixth straight game, pulling
New plaza chief named
Council also hired a new clerk. YOUNGSTOWN — With a new Youngstown City Council comes change,
Shasho to direct city’s public works
YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay Williams plans to hire Chuck Shasho later this week to run the city’s public
Locals help Westminster women to 69-61 win
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Three players scored career highs in points for the Westminster College
NHL ROUNDUP Monday’s game
Stars 3, Wild 1 DALLAS — Antti Miettinen scored two goals to help the Dallas Stars end a four-game
MONDAY’S RESULTS
MONDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA Crestview 60, Springfield 47 Lisbon 47, East
Bye-bye, Hawaii: SMU hires June Jones
He’s leaving Hawaii to take over a team that was 1-11 this year. DALLAS (AP) — Staying at Hawaii
Tired Penguins collapse against UW-Milwaukee
Youngstown State played its worst game in a 61-39 defeat at Beeghly. YOUNGSTOWN — Three games
Dantonio’s first season is a success
He’s losing some key players, but is excited about some newcomers. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Mark
Tailgaters, with all the fixings, converge around Superdome
Jambalaya and other New Orleans specialties were in full supply. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Having staked
Meeting with Indalex officials leaves Girard mayor pessimistic
The plant’s future is ‘bleak,’ the mayor says. GIRARD — The state would consider tax credits
Win or lose, Buckeyes fans came to party
Buckeyes fan packed the restaurant for the title game. BOARDMAN — If there was such thing as
Golden Globes’ format changed
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Golden Globes and NBC agreed Monday to scrap the show’s traditional format,
Execution challenge heard by justices
Justice Scalia ridiculed a claim by the inmates. WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court grappled with
hOrthodox Christmas
hOrthodox Christmas Georgians carry the national flags during a procession to mark the Christian
The Superdome doesn’t compare to the French Quarter, but tailgaters didn’t seem to mind.
The Superdome doesn’t compare to the French Quarter, but tailgaters didn’t seem to mind. A3 Now
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mathews Local school board, organizational meeting, 6 p.m., board office, 4434-B
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 8, the eighth day of 2008. There are 358 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Jan. 8, the eighth day of 2008. There are 358 days left in the year. On this date
“One Tree Hill” (8 p.m., The CW): Talk about growing up fast! “One Tree
“One Tree Hill” (8 p.m., The CW): Talk about growing up fast! “One Tree Hill” returns for Season 5
Leader of U.S.-backed Sunni group killed in double suicide bombing
A car bomb struck as the wounded were being evacuated. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — The head of a key
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Record warmth won’t last for long Meteorologist reminds: It’s January
A record high is expected again today. YOUNGSTOWN — With people wearing short-sleeved shirts
Alan Rickman plays evil to the hilt
Judge Turpin in ‘Sweeney Todd’ is his latest role. Alan Rickman isn’t a bad guy. He just
RECORD HIGHS
RECORD HIGHS January The Mahoning Valley experienced its warmest Jan. 7 on record and is
Snowmobilers trapped by storm found alive
The search resumed for two missing skiers. CONEJOS, Colo. (AP) — Six snowmobilers missing in the
Promise of change in politics is false
Opinion: WASHINGTON — With all this talk about change from the presidential aspirants, one should remember
Iran downplays confrontation
It was a case of mistaken identity, an Iranian official said. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s Foreign
Candidates make last push for N.H. votes
Mitt Romney was reluctant to predict victory, but not so John McCain. MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — Her
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The Mayor’s Community Celebration was organized by Scott Schulick and Julie
NATIONAL POLL Who leads
The presidential race for Republicans and Democrats nationally: THE NUMBERS — DEMOCRATS Hillary
Milwaukee clobbers YSU men, 61-39
Milwaukee clobbers YSU men, 61-39 k Youngstown State University’s men’s basketball team fell to
Obama readies for wider campaign
Officials say they’re confident of their organizations in states with upcoming primaries.
JA, city school district team to help pupils
YOUNGSTOWN — The city school district is enlisting the assistance of Junior Achievement of the
For disinfecting, use diluted bleach
Q. I have a 3-year-old and am expecting a new baby in a few weeks. I hate to use harsh chemicals to
Private security firms flooding Afghanistan
Opinion: KABUL, Afghanistan — If there is one thing Afghanistan has no shortage of, it’s heavily armed men
Phantoms trade for Ice Diggers’ Nielsen
Mahoning Valley gave up rookie defenseman Zack Barbis. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms
Tomlin under fire for debatable calls
Former Steelers coach Bill Cowher was among those questioning. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Former coach
Iowa, N.H could be put in their place
Opinion: Iowa caucusgoers strutted their stuff last week, deciding which presidential candidates would live
Ex-death row inmate freed
His conviction and death sentence were overturned last year. OTTAWA, Ohio (AP) — A British citizen
Police note time similarity in crashes
It was the third time a trash-hauling truck hit an overpass in Trumbull County since June.
Man on trial in girl’s fatal shooting
The defendant allegedly drove the car from which the shots were fired. YOUNGSTOWN — Opening
Stab wounds are found on body after shooting
SHARON, Pa. — Multiple stab wounds were found during an autopsy of a Sherman Avenue woman who was
Kirk Road line breaks
Kirk Road line breaks YOUNGSTOWN — A portion of Kirk Road, near Kirkmere Elementary School, washed
Charlie Murphy does stand-up without celeb brother’s help
Murphy made a name for himself on ‘Chappelle’s Show.’ Living in the shadows is never easy.
The final score was 38-24.
The final score was 38-24. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Too easy. No. 2 LSU danced, dodged and darted its
Bowker breaks scoring mark in Crestview’s win
South Range stayed unbeaten in Tier One, while Leetonia upset McDonald. NEW MIDDLETOWN —
Mahoning Valley Thunder assigned wide receiver Jamie Goodwin
BOARDMAN — Wide receiver Jamie Goodwin has been assigned to the Mahoning Valley Thunder by af2. A
Suspect arrested in shooting death
The victim was wanted on nine Michigan warrants when he was killed. WARREN — Police have
Izzo sets standards higher
Michigan State is ranked sixth in the country and lost only once. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) —
Naples mayor urges residents to stay calm over trash pileup
NAPLES, Italy (AP) — The mayor of Naples appealed to angry residents Saturday to stay calm in the
YSU’s Barber named player of the week
YOUNGSTOWN — YSU senior forward John Barber was named men’s basketball player of the week by the
Clemens files defamation suit against trainer
The pitcher claims Brian McNamee’s statements were untrue. NEW YORK (AP) — Roger Clemens beat
Photos of nude girl investigated
AUSTINTOWN — Police are investigating who took photos of a nude 7-year-old girl that were found on a
Seeking unproven treatments in China
Western doctors say the treatments are risky. BEIJING (AP) — They’re paralyzed from diving
Suit over traffic death going to trial
There are too many questions of fact to dismiss the case, the judge ruled. WARREN — A
Chud stays put: Top coordinator signs extension
Cleveland’s offensive coordinator transformed the offense this season. CLEVELAND (AP) — Fearing
Xerox Corp. unveils its new logo
Xerox is trying to push aside its reputation as a copier maker. HARTFORD, Conn. — Xerox Corp.
Mercer commissioners choose ex-banker Hofius as chief clerk
MERCER, Pa. —Banker Tim Hofius has been named the new chief clerk for the Mercer County
DOG LICENSES January deadline
Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino reminds dog owners to buy their 2008 dog licenses by
Banks slowly reduce rates on 3-year CDs
Competition is slowing the fall of CD rates. MILWAUKEE — The days of 5 percent yields on three-
Intel Corp. pushing for ‘ultra-mobility’
Intel expects demand to grow for small, portable computers. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Intel Corp. is
Vindy.com News Podcast for January 8, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, January 8, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.