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Fire at Heluva Good Cheese on Meridian Road
YOUNGSTOWN — City firefighters were on the scene of a fire at Heluva Good Cheese Inc., 555 N.
State bureau examines Struthers computers
STRUTHERS — The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation is investigating “issues”
Sen. Capri Cafaro gets leadership post
COLUMBUS — Sen. Capri Cafaro is starting her second year at the Ohio Statehouse as one of four
Canfield teens charged with New Year’s holiday thefts
Canfield teens charged with New Year’s holiday thefts CANFIELD — Numerous items stolen from
Cost of building Volney school expected to rise
Cost of building Volney school expected to rise YOUNGSTOWN — Building a new Volney Rogers Middle
RTI builds new plant in Va., increases investment in Weathersfield facility
RTI builds new plant in Va., increases investment in Weathersfield facility WEATHERSFIELD — A
Send us your holiday photos
Did you take some great shots of the kids (or grandkids) opening presents? Wouldn’t you love to
Man arraigned in beating of elderly South Sider
Man arraigned in beating of elderly South Sider YOUNGSTOWN — Charles L. Zimmerman, accused in the
Labor talks at GM Lordstown remain on hold
LORDSTOWN — Negotiations on a local labor contract at General Motors’ Lordstown complex remain on
WHERE TO BUY MAHONING COUNTY DOG LICENSES
Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino reminds dog owners to buy their 2008 dog licenses by
Waterline break in Canfield discolors water
Waterline break in Canfield discolors water CANFIELD — A waterline break Tuesday on Dartmouth
Body found near Berlin Center identified
Body found near Berlin Center identified BERLIN CENTER — The body found around 1 p.m. Tuesday in
Teens likely suspects in East Side house fire
Teens likely suspects in East Side house fire YOUNGSTOWN — Neighborhood juveniles who have been
High winds knock down power in Mahoning, Shenango valleys
High winds knock down power in Mahoning, Shenango valleys High winds overnight that brought down
Cole ignites Ursuline’s victory
HERMITAGE, Pa. — Dominique Cole scored 20 points Tuesday to power the Ursuline High boys basketball
Pavlik autographs
Pavlik autographs NILES — Boxing champion Kelly Pavlik will sign autographs for free from 10 a.m.
How safe are Pakistan’s nukes?
Opinion: Ever since 9/11, the nightmare scenario for American security has been the possibility that
Take your medicine, America
Opinion: Three-digit oil has finally arrived. Crude oil prices hit $100 a barrel last week for the first
Thanks to some unselfish seniors, the Bulldogs are undefeated this season.
Thanks to some unselfish seniors, the Bulldogs are undefeated this season. POLAND — Howland
Campbell holds off Salem, 41-40
The Red Devils rallied in the third quarter and then survived the Quakers’ comeback. SALEM —
Trumbull officials uncovering ways to save money
The combined water and sewer bill for the county jail is down $2,743 from the previous December.
Timberwolves 101, Heat 91
Timberwolves 101, Heat 91 MINNEAPOLIS — Rashad McCants continued his sharp shooting streak with 27
Educator to speak about visit to China
There are some major differences between the American and Chinese approaches to education.
Youngstown to launch night school program
The new program will target students who are in danger of failing courses needed to graduate.
“I have never seen damage like this in the summertime when we have potential for tornadoes. To
Opinion: “I have never seen damage like this in the summertime when we have potential for tornadoes. To see
Woman sentenced in DVD thefts
WARREN — A city detective has broken up a DVD theft ring that had been operating for about six
Financial markets fall amid economic worries
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street skidded lower in another erratic session Tuesday as investors worried
From agony of OSU loss rise heroes and hopes
A hometown hero emerged for Mahoning Valley viewers of Monday night’s BCS National Championship Game
Teen hospitalized, charged after crash
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A 17-year-old Hermitage youth was admitted to UPMC Farrell after he lost control of
Sparks fly at reorganization meeting
YOUNGSTOWN — School board organizational meetings are, generally, mundane affairs. That wasn’t the
Thin is in for new HDTVs
Manufacturers seek to stand out by offering slimmer models. LAS VEGAS (AP) — HDTV manufacturers
Council: Gaming ordinance needs more work
In September, the language regarding the awarding of prizes was repealed. NEWTON FALLS — An
Forces open offensive against al-Qaida in Iraq
Forces open offensive against al-Qaida in Iraq BAGHDAD, Iraq — The U.S. military launched a
PRIMARIES Results from New Hampshire
Results from Tuesday’s New Hampshire primaries: DEMOCRATS 227 of 301 precincts — 75 percent
Temperature sets record for second day in a row
Tuesday’s high temperature was 66 degrees. YOUNGSTOWN — Hot town, winter in the city. For the
Fire destroys vacant house in Campbell
CAMPBELL — Fire at 3:45 a.m. Tuesday at 2358 Wilson Ave. destroyed a vacant house, causing $15,000
Obama articulates values of the past
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Whether Barack Obama goes on to become president of the United States or whether he
“The Jewish Americans” (9 p.m., PBS): “The Jewish Americans” is a compelling
“The Jewish Americans” (9 p.m., PBS): “The Jewish Americans” is a compelling three-part documentary
Blinsky leads Columbiana’s 83-63 win
COLUMBIANA — Joe Blinsky’s 17 points Tuesday helped the Columbiana High basketball team remain atop
BOYS BASKETBALL TUESDAY’S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL TUESDAY’S SCORES AREA East 59, Chaney 53 Ursuline 67, Kennedy Catholic 62
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, organizational meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the elementary
Penguins’ Sid Crosby tops in All-Star votes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Detroit Red Wings dominated the first half of the NHL season. Now they’re taking
Steelers rectify bad turf fallout without a mess
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers’ players are arguing against artificial turf, and the NFL
AP Ohio girls poll includes 4 from area
Four area teams were included in the first Associated Press high school girls basketball poll,
MUSHROOMS A LA GRECQUE
MUSHROOMS A LA GRECQUE This recipe is adapted from “Vegetables” by James Peterson. 1⁄2 pound
LeBron earns a little R&R: Cavaliers cruise past Sonics
CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James could have kicked off his sneakers and relaxed with a soda and
A lighter shepherd’s pie
If you’re a meat and potatoes person, you can keep those favorites on your plate and still eat
VEGETABLES A LA GRECQUE WITH SAUTéED SHRIMP
VEGETABLES A LA GRECQUE WITH SAUTéED SHRIMP This recipe is adapted from Craig Strong, chef de
U.K. being robbed of Christian identity
Opinion: BELFAST, Northern Ireland — Where there are large concentrations of Muslims in England, “no-go”
Youngstown native loves Marines, music
Writing and recording hip-hop music is what consumes Marine Corps gunnery Sgt. Lionel Saulsberry
Teen has anger problem
Dear Annie: I am almost 15 and I think I have a problem. I get angry easily. I’ve tried talking to
Cream soup base converted into hot meal
Dear Heloise: I was amazed to see your recipe for cream soup run again in your column — it has been
Walsh loses to AMC rival ODU
COLUMBUS — Leah Seaman had 18 points, and Cara Bedard added 13 points and a team-high eight rebounds
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 9, the ninth day of 2008. There are 357 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Jan. 9, the ninth day of 2008. There are 357 days left in the year. On this date
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph G. Angelilli, 48, of 6953 Struthers Road, Poland, and
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Jan. 3 Felonious assault: A 35-year-old South
TSO tops them all
Opinion: TSO tops them all EDITOR: The Vindicator’s Entertainment Extra edition of Dec. 27 included an
Veggies get tasty French makeover
The vegetables — crisp-tender baby carrots, artichokes, mushrooms, cauliflower florets, pearl onions
Program aims to break cycle of domestic violence
A second program provides jobs so that restitution can be paid to victims. WARREN — Do
Agency offers aid in housing
Another round of foreclosures is expected this fall. YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio, home to some of the
Buckeyes’ biggest test for 2008: Fixing fractured psyches
Barring a big loss via draft, Ohio State has enough good players to make it back to another title
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Browns: Rookie left tackle Joe Thomas will replace Jason Peters of the Buffalo Bills on the AFC Pro
Police find suspect in assault and robbery of elderly South Side man
YOUNGSTOWN — Police said they caught up with a man suspected of targeting area elderly residents for
Winter WHITES
Red, yellow, purple, green and blue foods — we salute them all. Now we focus on winter’s quieter
PROGRAM FACTS Breaking the connection
PROGRAM FACTS Breaking the connection Target group: Juveniles who have problems with alcohol abuse
THE WINNERS
A partial list of winners at the 34th annual People’s Choice Awards: Female TV star: Katherine
Penguins extend winning streak
Pittsburgh won for the seventh straight game, 3-1 over Florida. SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The puck
Numerous charges after chase
MERCER, Pa. — A Youngstown, Ohio, man is in the Mercer County Jail after a two-state police chase
South Side homeowner cited for squalid conditions
Children Services was notified to check on a child found in the house. YOUNGSTOWN — The owner of a
Lawyer: Driver recruited gunman to shoot for him
‘Don’t feel sorry for him,’ the prosecutor told the jury. YOUNGSTOWN — Damon K. Clark
Obama: ‘still fired up and ready to go’
The runner-up reminded supporters he knows how to overcome obstacles. NASHUA, N.H. (AP) — Barack
Hip-hop sergeant
Hip-hop sergeant kWRITING AND recording hip-hop music is what consumes Marine Corps gunnery
McCain wins big over Romney
The Republicans have no clear, galvanizing candidate so far. Marking a big comeback, Arizona
Installation scheduled for IH Garden Club
Installation scheduled for IH Garden Club YOUNGSTOWN — The installation of officers will be held
NHL ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s other games
Blues 6, Blue Jackets 1 ST. LOUIS — Andy McDonald scored two goals and had an assist to lead St.
Property taxes to increase in Columbiana County
The amount of the tax increase isn’t known yet. LISBON — Homeowners and farmers will pay
Eminem recovering
Eminem recovering DETROIT — Eminem is recovering from a bout with pneumonia that sent him to the
SteelHounds’ road woes continue with 5-2 loss in Bossier City
Goaltender Andy Franck will return to the team from the AHL. BOSSIER CITY, La. — The Youngstown
Newton Falls buries Eagles; 6-11 Marcus Fowler a force
Hubbard was held without a field goal in the fourth quarter. NEWTON FALLS — When a basketball
State funds for greenway
State funds for greenway WARREN — The Trumbull County Planning Commission has learned the Ohio
Carter, Bowers help push East past Chaney
East made 19-for-29 at the foul line to the Cowboys’ 8-for-12. YOUNGSTOWN — The new East High
People pick ‘Grey’s’ and ‘Pirates’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The stars of “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Pirates of the Caribbean” were among the fan
70-year-old charged with attempted murder
WARREN — A 70-year-old city man is charged with attempted murder and felonious assault for
Former first lady resurrects her race for the White House
Clinton had a rough time in New Hampshire leading up to Tuesday’s vote. WASHINGTON — Maybe it
Man shot in stomach during home invasion
Police found the victim on the kitchen floor. YOUNGSTOWN — A man who was shot in the stomach in a
Vet gets sentence for son’s caging
The boy and his mother have moved to another residence. BOARDMAN — A veterinarian who had been
Supreme Court to weigh in on state’s voter ID law
Other states have similar laws. WASHINGTON — The issue the Supreme Court will hear today is
Valley authorities look forward to Crime Stoppers’ resumption
YOUNGSTOWN — Greater Youngstown Crime Stoppers is the community’s link to law enforcement to reduce
Posh Spice tops the list of worst-dressed women
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A decade after singling out the Spice Girls as fashion atrocities, Mr. Blackwell
JA program aims to boost test scores
The JA program has been shown to increase college attendance. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown City
Three charged with kidnapping
BAZETTA — Three men were scheduled for arraignment today in Central District Court on kidnapping
Avon to cut 2,400 jobs
Announced job cuts are coming in Europe and Guatemala. NEW YORK (AP) — Avon Products Inc. on
One killed by tornado in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A line of thunderstorms fed by warm weather continued spinning off unusual
ROBERT M. WALLS | Profile Robert M. Walls, Campbell Elementary principal, spent nine days in China in December 2007, learning about its educational system. He is planning to take a delegation of
Age: 60. Family: Three sons, Eric and Jason in Washington state, and David in Dayton. Hometown:
Gold futures reach a record $880 an ounce
Rising oil prices and the falling dollar make gold more desirable. NEW YORK (AP) — Gold futures
Goose Gossage finally elected to Hall of Fame
NEW YORK (AP) — Goose Gossage became only the fifth relief pitcher elected to the Hall of Fame,
A matter of urgency
A matter of urgency Scripps Howard News Service: There is a reason Florida medical examiners, as
Lowellville girls win big
LOWELLVILLE — Alison Grapevine scored 14 points and made six rebounds and three assists Tuesday as
MEN
MEN No. 3 Kansas 90, Loyola, Md. 60 LAWRENCE, Kan. — Sherron Collins scored 18 points and Kansas
Countrywide Financial stock falls 29 percent
NATION Countrywide Financial stock falls 29 percent LOS ANGELES — Shares of Countrywide
Making history Barack Obama could become first black U.S. president
Local black leaders say Obama’s success is knocking down racial barriers. YOUNGSTOWN — While