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Vindy.com for January 10, 2008
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Reward offered in Dr. Sweet house shooting case
YOUNGSTOWN — A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to arrest and indictment in
Fugitive nabbed in Champion
CHAMPION – A Champion man who is a suspect in a West Virginia murder and another shooting was
Lane restrictions on I-80 eastbound begin tonight
Lane restrictions on I-80 eastbound begin tonight AUSTINTOWN — Interstate 80 eastbound between the
Arrest made in Austintown shooting
AUSTINTOWN — Police arrested a man in connection with a shooting on Cumberland Circle. Frederick
Austintown home damaged by fire
AUSTINTOWN — A kitchen fire did $28,000 in damage to a township home, according to the fire
Columbiana MRDD seeks performance audit
LISBON — The Columbiana County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities will see
VIDEO: Sheriff trial may happen after March primary
LISBON — Columbiana County Sheriff David Smith may not go on trial before the March 4 primary, and
Warrant issued in identity theft scheme
WARREN – An arrest warrant has been issued for a 28-year-old former Sky Bank employee who is charged
Alli off ballot for Mahoning sheriff; Aey’s eligibility to be determined next week
Alli off ballot for Mahoning sheriff; Aey’s eligibility to be determined next week YOUNGSTOWN —
Judge regrets probation for former teacher who again has sex with girl
Judge regrets probation for former teacher who again has sex with girl MANSFIELD, Ohio (AP) — A
Send us your holiday photos
Did you take some great shots of the kids (or grandkids) opening presents? Wouldn’t you love to
Trial set for man accused of rape, murder in 1994
Trial set for man accused of rape, murder in 1994 WARREN — A trial for the former Cortland man
Passenger injured after rock thrown from overpass
Passenger injured after rock thrown from overpass YOUNGSTOWN — Police are searching for the
Youngstown firefighters kept busy Wednesday and early today
Youngstown firefighters kept busy Wednesday and early today YOUNGSTOWN — Arson crews will
Coffee seminar Sunday at Warren library
Coffee seminar Sunday at Warren library WARREN — A coffee seminar presented by a “coffee master”
1968 was a year of turbulence for U.S.
Opinion: This 40th anniversary of the turbulent year 1968 is already starting to spawn nostalgic accounts of
2 Democrats plan to leave Trumbull board of elections
The Niles mayor and a former elected official want to fill one of the seats. WARREN — The
Today is Thursday, Jan. 10, the 10th day of 2008. There are 356 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Jan. 10, the 10th day of 2008. There are 356 days left in the year. On this date
Vindy.com News Podcast for January 10, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Thursday, January 10, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Study: 151,000 Iraqis died after U.S. invasion
No official count has been available. About 151,000 Iraqis died from violence in the three years
‘Big Jack’ can take over whenever the need arises
Jack Nicholson turns on the arrogant image when the character requires it. BEVERLY HILLS,
China’s economy experiencing a big fall
Opinion: The most important story to come out of Washington recently had nothing to do with the endless
There has to be a better way
There has to be a better way The combination of a front-loaded primary election schedule and the
Oil prices increase as stockpiles fall; gas supplies rise
Gas prices are expected to peak near $3.50 a gallon this spring. NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices rose
Stage Left Players to present ‘Seussical’
Stage Left Players to present ‘Seussical’ LISBON — Stage Left Junior/Senior High Players will
5 inmates at jail earn high school diplomas
The graduates said they’d like to continue their education. YOUNGSTOWN — The pride of
HBO’s series ‘The Wire’ heading toward conclusion
The smart series focuses on intertwined and clashing institutions in Baltimore. NEW YORK — In
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeff S. Barness, 41, of 314 Elm St., Struthers, and Dannie L.
The community theater season swings back into action this weekend after the holiday break, with
The community theater season swings back into action this weekend after the holiday break, with
Character counts for Keira Knightley
The actress is building a career on period pieces. TORONTO — Keira Knightley has crooked
LACEY GOODWIN KEITH SHOBEL
LACEY GOODWIN KEITH SHOBEL X CLEARWATER, Fla. — The marriage of Lacey M. Goodwin and Keith R.
ENDORSEMENTS
ENDORSEMENTS Trumbull County Democratic Party The Trumbull County Democratic Party will make
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Jan. 3 Felonious
Salem council fills at-large position
SALEM — Salem City Council has named Dan Nye to temporarily fill the at-large council position
“We see a new opportunity for peace here in the Holy Land and for freedom across the
Opinion: “We see a new opportunity for peace here in the Holy Land and for freedom across the region.”
Teens arrested in thefts
Teens arrested in thefts CANFIELD — Numerous items stolen from unlocked cars over the New Year’s
Touching ‘Kite Runner’ stays true to novel
Danger lurks around every corner in the film. Director Marc Forster’s exceedingly respectful
Blockbuster predicts rise in TV-show rentals
Blockbuster is considering whether to use vending machines to rent movies. DALLAS (AP) — The chief
ROBYN KISH JASON YOUNG
ROBYN KISH JASON YOUNG X CINCINNATI — The 20th Century Theatre was the setting at 5:30 p.m. Oct.
With drummer healthy, Away from Eden returns
YOUNGSTOWN — Away from Eden has been away from the stage for a few months, but that will change
Odd behavior puts relationship in jeopardy
Dear Annie: My mother passed away a few months ago, so I began inviting my lonely stepfather for
Area women to appear on ‘Judge Joe Brown’
YOUNGSTOWN — Frances Cox and Francetta Smith Davis, both of Youngstown, will be on “Judge Joe Brown”
STEPHANY CONCHA FRANK QUATRO
STEPHANY CONCHA FRANK QUATRO X PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico — Stephany Alexandra Concha became the
“30 Rock” (8:30 p.m., NBC): A new episode of “30 Rock” is always worth
“30 Rock” (8:30 p.m., NBC): A new episode of “30 Rock” is always worth celebrating. Tonight, Jack
‘THE BUCKET LIST’
‘THE BUCKET LIST’ Rating: C Director: Rob Reiner Rating: PG-13 for language, including a
Make move toward a healthier lifestyle
Dear Readers: What is one thing that is so good for us, yet many of us are often too busy to do? If
‘Moonlight Eddie’ director gained insight from writer
Youngstown native Jack LoGiudice's drama opens Friday at the Oakland. “In the Moonlight
AMANDA HOLT MATTHEW BEDA
AMANDA HOLT MATTHEW BEDA X NEW SPRINGFIELD — Amanda Holt, a daughter of Jack Holt, 2420 Columbiana
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Eating a kiwi helps reader get rid of canker sores
Q. I’ve always been susceptible to getting canker sores in my mouth, so when I heard that kiwi fruit
‘Atonement’ is a flawlessly crafted study of jealousy and repentance
The film has a dreamlike sheen about it. THOSE RUBY-RED LIPS PUFFING away at a delicately
AMY ROSSLER GREGORY DOMINO
AMY ROSSLER GREGORY DOMINO X SEBRING — Amy Lynn Rossler and Gregory Michael Domino, both of
Freeman-Nicholson pairing elevates mediocre ‘Bucket List’
The story and the casting are anything but original. It’s a simple exercise. Make a list of
ODOT rejects request for Poland path funds
Campbell received a $183,500 grant for a sidewalk along Struthers-Liberty Road. POLAND — Don’t
Authorities seize pot, cash, firearms; 1 man arrested
About 60 pounds of marijuana has been taken off the streets so far. WARREN — Investigators
Fire breaks out at Heluva Good Cheese Inc.
YOUNGSTOWN — City firefighters were on the scene of a fire at Heluva Good Cheese Inc., 555 N.
Union Twp. supervisors replace secretary/treasurer
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Union Township supervisors have removed Sally Byler from the township
MAJOR DEALS
MAJOR DEALS Selling titanium RTI International Metals is investing in its operations and
Buhl Farm Casino to get federal funds
The casino opened to the public in 1915. HERMITAGE, Pa. — U.S. Rep. Phil English of Erie, R-3rd,
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: “In the Moonlight Eddie” Where: Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman
Countrywide’s shares topple
The company’s president said positive trends ended the fourth quarter. LOS ANGELES (AP) —
‘ATONEMENT’
‘ATONEMENT’ Grade: A- Director: Joe Wright Rating: R for disturbing war images, language and
Man sentenced in fatal accident
LISBON — A Conneaut man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for a fatal traffic accident.
Higher costs mean higher estimates to build Volney school
Construction costs have risen since the building was first planned. YOUNGSTOWN — Building a
National UAW leaders to visit Lordstown plant
Local union leaders are waiting for more details on the national contract. LORDSTOWN
President Bush issues warning to Iran
JERUSALEM (AP) — President Bush warned Iran of “serious consequences” if it meddles again with U.S.
Weathersfield trustees reinstate administrator
MINERAL RIDGE— Weathersfield Township trustees Tuesday reinstated David Pugh as township
HUD GRANTS
HUD GRANTS Local recipients Area groups and governmental agencies received part of the $10.5
Report: Pa. tops Ohio for chances at success
Both states are above the national average in the chance-for-success category. YOUNGSTOWN
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Jan. 9. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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Blacks ponder Obama’s white vote
Opinion: WASHINGTON — A new version of an old race game has been gaining popularity among African-Americans
INDICTMENTS
INDICTMENTS Trumbull County A Trumbull County grand jury indicted these people, who will be
RTI plant loses out on $100M, gets $15M
A local union official is disappointed that Virginia was chosen for a $100 million plant.
There’s still time to apply for homestead tax break
The new enrollment period for the property tax break is through June 2. COLUMBUS — Senior citizens
‘THE KITE RUNNER’
‘THE KITE RUNNER’ Grade: B- Director: Marc Forster Rating: PG-13 for strong thematic material
Alan Greenspan they’re not
Alan Greenspan they’re not Scripps Howard News Service: Those frequent companions on the world
Kilmer: Miniseries is vintage McMurtry
The costumes are authentic, the characters eccentric. Val Kilmer wasn’t quite sure what to
Mercer transit agency director resigns
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A search is under way to replace Bill Jones, longtime director of Mercer County
Accused in home invasion, man is video arraigned
YOUNGSTOWN — Charles L. Zimmerman, accused in the home invasion of an 84-year-old Shady Run Road
It’s never too late for Middle East peace
Opinion: Will President George W. Bush’s eleventh-hour visit to the Middle East this week deliver more than
Dr. Phil went too far, says Spears family
Dr. Phil went too far, says Spears family NEW YORK — Britney Spears’ family says “Dr. Phil” McGraw
‘LONESOME DOVE’ | A chronology
Larry McMurtry’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and its sister volumes have spawned five television
Researchers find genetic link to autism
A rare genetic variation dramatically raises the risk of developing autism, a large study showed,
In Hubbard, open enrollment generates most discussion
The board passed the measure unanimously. HUBBARD — The Hubbard Board of Education’s annual
E-Trade takes steps to restructure
E-Trade is struggling with the deterioration of credit markets. NEW YORK (AP) — Troubled discount
PRESIDENTIAL RACE \ Developments
Developments on the campaign trail: New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson ended his campaign for the
Mathews Board seeks counsel on law
VIENNA — The Mathews Board of Education plans to talk to its legal counsel about a recently enacted
Struthers mayor: BCI probes computer issues
A former 3rd Ward councilman and United Autoworkers official is the city’s new safety-service
Experts warn against economic stimulus plan
The president’s last stimulus package came in 2001-2002. WASHINGTON — As President Bush and
Strong earthquake hits off Oregon coast
Strong earthquake hits off Oregon coast PORTLAND, Ore. — A magnitude-6.4 earthquake was recorded
Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Importance of Being Earnest.” Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron.
Warren Steel: Degasser is completely operational
REGION Warren Steel: Degasser is completely operational WARREN — Warren Steel Holdings said its