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Shotgun slaying leads to life in prison
YOUNGSTOWN — A man charged in a shotgun slaying almost 18 months ago was sentenced to 23 years to
Deal close in Austintown teacher talks
AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown Board of Education and its teachers could have a new two-year contract
Crash results in minor injuries for bus driver
Crash results in minor injuries for bus driver AUSTINTOWN — A school bus driver was treated for
Jury finds Shon Rankin innocent of murder charge
Jury finds Shon Rankin innocent of murder charge YOUNGSTOWN — A six-man, six woman jury
Boardman trustees change meeting date
Boardman trustees change meeting date BOARDMAN — Township trustees have changed their meetings to
Fund-raising seminar set Monday in Youngstown
Fund-raising seminar set Monday in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown’s office will
Berlin Lake Association meeting set Wednesday
Berlin Lake Association meeting set Wednesday BERLIN — The Berlin Lake Association is having its
Human services meeting set in Warren on Monday
Human services meeting set in Warren on Monday WARREN — Trumbull County Commissioner Frank Fuda
Eight Trumbull County people indicted on drug charges
Eight Trumbull County people indicted on drug charges WARREN — Eight people secretly indictment
Proceedings under way to return Trumbull man to West Virginia for crimes committed there
Proceedings under way to return Trumbull man to West Virginia for crimes committed there WARREN —
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUB CALENDAR ATHLETIC GROUPS • McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior
Elections board disqualifies Alli’s bid
A hearing is scheduled for next Friday to hear Wellington’s objections to another candidate.
Johnson named to head Forum
Other top members of Forum’s new management team are Kevin Spiegel, head of TMH, and Lisa Medovich,
Busch has big day at Daytona
The 22-year-old is racing for Joe Gibbs Racing team this season. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — It
Tondo leads way for Case
CLEVELAND — Ashleigh Tondo of McDonald has blossomed into the leader of the Case Western Reserve
Musharraf’s comments show a blind spot in terrorism war
Opinion: Just 10 days after Osama bin Laden issued a warning on an audiotape to Sunni Arabs in Iraq who have
Reward offered
Reward offered YOUNGSTOWN — A $5,000 reward is offered for information leading to arrest and
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SUMMARIES MOONEY 63, CHANEY 33
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S SUMMARIES MOONEY 63, CHANEY 33 CHANEY (3-6, 0-1) — Tiara Heard
Sale of strip delays project
The property owner is looking for further discussion on the matter. LIBERTY — The sale of a
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark A. Ludwick, 44, of 4431 Williamsburg Drive, Canfield, and
Beverly delivers in the clutch for Ursuline
YOUNGSTOWN — After being limited to a rebound and a free throw for about the first 12 minutes of
Carter sisters lead South Range win
They led a big third quarter run in the 57-44 win over Crestview. COLUMBIANA — After watching
MRDD OKs perfomance audit for the sake of comparison
The agency will be compared to similar programs. LISBON — The Columbiana County Board of
Brown frustrated by war in Iraq
The chances of getting U.S. troops out of Iraq soon aren’t high, the senator says. YOUNGSTOWN
Bush’s policy: Words over strategy
Opinion: Change. Courtesy of the New Hampshire primary and the candidacy of Barack Obama, change has become
hKyle Busch leads Daytona test
hKyle Busch leads Daytona test kIT DIDN’T take Kyle Busch, above, long to settle into his new ride
Valley bands
Here’s a list of area bands scheduled to perform at the 12th annual Tri-C High School Rock Off
Ahmadinejad’s skeptics were right
Opinion: TEHRAN, Iran — During an appearance at Colombia University in the United States in September,
the scoop
the scoop archetypal behavior What does your favorite movie character say about you? That’s
Do endorsements make a difference to most American voters?
Endorsement from a well-known politico can convey a sense of momentum. CHICAGO — Word trickles
Kennedy Catholic routs Jamestown 94-37
JAMESTOWN, Pa. — Scoring a season-high 32 points in the second quarter, the Kennedy Catholic High
Iran video shows no naval face-off
The U.S. lodged a formal protest with Iran over the Persian Gulf confrontation. CAIRO, Egypt (AP)
NBA ROUNDUP Thursday’s game
Pistons 90, Spurs 80 SAN ANTONIO — Ben Wallace had 23 points and 15 rebounds and Detroit bounced
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Heroes Breakfast Where: Antone’s Banquet Centre, 8578 Market St., Boardman. When: 10
Consumer debt cutting savings for retirement
About a third of the company’s participants are saving more. NEW YORK (AP) — High consumer debt
T.O. could be ready to go Sunday against Giants
He worked out Thursday showing only a slight limp at times. IRVING, Texas (AP) — Terrell Owens ran
Wiretaps cut off; FBI failed to pay bills
Some disconnections resulted in the loss of evidence, an official said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Major U.S. airstrikes hit suspected al-Qaida area
The airstrike was one of the largest since the war started. ZAMBARANIYAH, Iraq (AP) — U.S.
Patriots go after 17th straight win Saturday when they host Jaguars
New England is coming off a bye week and expects a battle. After a week out of the spotlight,
In debate, GOP contenders back tax, spending cuts
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential rivals backed a blend of tax and spending cuts
JACKSON-MILTON Agenda
Meeting Thursday, school board members handled these matters: Viewed the latest draft depicting a
Stress-free environment is possible in the kitchen
Dear Readers: If you are remodeling your home or shopping for a new one, here are a few suggestions
Pronger, Getzlaf added to West
The rest of the NHL East squad will be announced today. NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Pronger and Ryan
Today is Friday, Jan. 11, the 11th day of 2008. There are 355 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 11, the 11th day of 2008. There are 355 days left in the year. On this date in
Vikings stay atop Horizon
DETROIT — J’Nathan Bullock and Cedric Jackson each scored 16 points Thursday and Cleveland State
Missing Marine claimed rape
The pregnant Marine was reported missing Dec. 19. JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A pregnant Marine who
Former Cortland man facing charge in 1994 rape, killing
Gunther admits having sex with the victim, his lawyer says. WARREN — A trial for the former
Automakers add technology
An entire showroom at the convention is filled with in-car gadgets and electronics. LAS VEGAS —
NHL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games
Devils 4, Hurricanes 1 RALEIGH, N.C. — Patrik Elias scored the go-ahead goal in the second
Romance goes out when baby comes in
Dear Annie: I have been with my husband, “Cliff,” for 10 years. Before the birth of our daughter,
“I have not heard such a big explosion in my life. We felt as if our eardrums were about to
Opinion: “I have not heard such a big explosion in my life. We felt as if our eardrums were about to burst.”
Tomlin defends play-calling in 31-29 loss to Jacksonville
The Steelers coach had second thoughts about the late third-down run. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steelers
Secure driver’s licenses to be phased in
Those born after Dec. 1, 1964 will have to get the licenses in the next six years. WASHINGTON (AP)
Consistency’s key to poker success
The greatest poker player that ever lived recently passed away at the age of 56. David “Chip”
Offer for Countrywide boosts market
The Fed said it is prepared to lower interest rates to ward off a recession. NEW YORK (AP) — A
Penguins beat Tampa Bay 4-1 to extend win streak to 8 games
The streak is the longest since a 10-game stretch in 1999. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Ty Conklin made 35
2 regents resign from university
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Two televangelists have resigned as regents at Oral Roberts University, as the
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Thursday’s women’s games
No. 19 Ohio St. 71, Indiana 59 COLUMBUS — Jantel Lavender scored 23 points and grabbed 14 rebounds
Packers’ Favre isn’t talking about retiring
The quarterback doesn’t think this will be his last game in Green Bay GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) —
Bush pocketing more than share of power
Opinion: Pundits and pols who have been tracking President Bush’s constitutional transgressions can add
30-year mortgages are averaging 5.87 percent
The decline was attributed to the rise in the jobless rate. WASHINGTON — Rising worries about
STEELHOUNDS PREVIEW Weekend games
Who: SteelHounds at Mississippi Riverkings When: Today and Saturday, 8:05 p.m. Where: DeSoto (Miss.)
Is it a car or a golf cart?
Opinion: Industrialized nations that have launched themselves into the automotive age have most always done
End FEC stalement
Opinion: Detroit Free Press: Although it hardly has the most teeth among government enforcement agencies,
ATHLETIC GROUPS
ATHLETIC GROUPS X McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens room at
At high school rock off, distinctiveness matters
The competition rarely sees adult contemporary or country music. If you take “angst” out of
YSU skid at Nutter reaches 8 games
The Penguins lost again at Wright State, 66-55, for their ninth loss this season. DAYTON —
Penguins stay hot
Penguins stay hot The Pittsburgh Penguins won their eighth straight game, 4-1, over the Tampa Bay
Pelini leads Mooney; East wins SVC game
YOUNGSTOWN — Sarah Pelini connected for 14 points Thursday to lead the Mooney High girls basketball
ITCL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games
ITCL ROUNDUP Thursday’s other games Lisbon 66, Springfield 58 LISBON — Blue Devils senior Emily
Clinton’s win shows race is up for grabs
Opinion: NASHUA, N.H. — As the first returns came in from the 1992 New Hampshire primary, Bill Clinton
PHANTOMS PREVIEW | Weekend games
Who: Phantoms vs. Team USA U-17 When: Today and Saturday, 7:15 p.m. Where: Ice Zone, Boardman
Liberty turns tide in third to beat Brookfield, 44-43
Denika Mosley helped the Leopards off the bench with a furious finish. LIBERTY — Midway
Task force captures Youngstown fugitive
YOUNGSTOWN — Edward E. Taylor, 47, wanted by authorities on felonious assault charges, was captured
Lawrence Co. treasurer updates services
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County’s new treasurer says he’s already making changes in his first week
Church offers family fitness program
The free family fitness program has registered 85 participants so far. WARREN — The United
Boardman woman indicted in felonies
The charges carry one to five years in prison. YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County grand jury has
Sir Edmund Hillary dies
Sir Edmund Hillary dies WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Sir Edmund Hillary, the unassuming beekeeper who
Cavaliers back home against Bobcats
Cleveland might be without forward Anderson Varejao who is injured. They appear to do it with
Ohio bills propose helmet requirement
Helmets do save lives, say two local bicycle shop owners. YOUNGSTOWN — Bills introduced in
Lack of challengers in primary surprising
Opinion: The March 4 primary promises to feature some interesting races for elected positions in the Mahoning
YSU unable to stop Edwards, falls, 76-66
The YSU women lost at Wisconsin-Milwaukee for their seventh loss of the season. MILWAUKEE, Wis.
UMCC Family fitness program
Free programs that will be offered at the United Methodist Community Center, Warren: Hit-hop
Panel works on recovery plan
A 9.5-mill tax levy is still expected to be a major part of the recovery plan. YOUNGSTOWN —
VALLEY HEROES
Law enforcement Senior Patrolman Joseph Wojciak, Austintown police: On the morning of May 8, 2007,
Task force nabs Champion man suspected in W.Va. homicide
The fugitive may have been in the area to kill a relative. CHAMPION — A Champion man who is a
Austintown board seeks evaluation of buildings
The board thanked a local philanthropist for a $100,000 donation. AUSTINTOWN — The school district
Hard drives being probed Struthers mayor calls in the state
There is an allegation of some sort of tampering with hard drives. STRUTHERS — The Ohio Bureau
Homicide case heading to trial
Police found marijuana in the suspect’s apartment. SHARON, Pa. — A muffled argument followed
Plea results in two-year sentence
Two men used pellet guns in the robbery, an assistant prosecutor said. WARREN — One of four
Valley society to host historian from Va.
The speaker has overseen fundraising that brought in $110 million. YOUNGSTOWN — An acclaimed
Ex-Sky Bank employee accused of identity theft
The scheme involved setting up false bank accounts. WARREN — An arrest warrant has been issued
Republican officials plan to meet on Columbiana Co. sheriff’s situation
The chairman said he may make an announcement next week. LISBON — Columbiana County Sheriff
Weathersfield adds to sign zoning laws
The commission reviewed regulations from several area communities. MINERAL RIDGE —
2 ribbon cuttings set
REGION 2 ribbon cuttings set Ceremonial ribbon cuttings conducted by the Regional Chamber today