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Romney, Clinton claim Michigan
The Democratic primary was essentially a star poll because Obama and Edwards took their names off the ballot and the party stripped the state of its delegates.
Year added to sentence for abuse of a corpse
YOUNGSTOWN — A murderer got an additional year tacked onto his prison sentence for abuse of a corpse
Charge dismissed in MCCTC fire case
YOUNGSTOWN — A charge has been dismissed against a girl who was to go on trial in last May’s fire at
Trumbull County readies Lakeshore sewer project
WARREN — Ground could be broken within a couple weeks on the controversial Lakeshore sanitary sewer
Dieter named to Howland school board
HOWLAND – Local builder Paul Dieter has been named to the board of education, replacing Andrew
Youngstown mayor endorses Obama
YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay Williams is endorsing Barack Obama’s bid for president. Williams joined the
GM, UAW iron out another round of buyouts
General Motors likely will face a decision soon: should it hire more workers for its Lordstown
Three arrests stem from Boardman business robbery
BOARDMAN — Police arrested three men stemming from the robbery of one business and continue to
25 to life for driver in fatal shooting of child
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who drove the car from which the shot that killed a 3-year-old girl was fired
Sheriff Smith won’t seek another term
LISBON — With a first-degree misdemeanor charge hanging over his head, Columbiana County Sheriff
Kindergarten workshop scheduled for parents
BOARDMAN — The Mahoning South Catholic Schools Leadership Team will hold a “How To Prepare Your
Exhibit features works of women artists
Exhibit features works of women artists HOWLAND — A celebration party will be held from 6 to 9
Conference in Akron for VFW and auxiliary
Conference in Akron for VFW and auxiliary AKRON — Akron has been named as the site for the annual
Upcoming reunions
• Campbell Memorial High School class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 Monday at Denny’s in
Liberty High’s Hritz captures 400th career victory
The coach earned 282 of his victories at Struthers. LIBERTY — The Liberty High girls
McKinley grad Morgan becomes force for MSU
His Spartans play Ohio State tonight in a key Big Ten showdown. COLUMBUS — Michigan State’s
Hubbard, Brookfield tied atop TAC
Maplewood beat Mathews in a key NAC contest. HUBBARD — Brittany Bullock scored 18 points to lead
Crestview topples Lisbon
South Range defeated East Palestine to stay unbeaten in the league. EAST FAIRFIELD — Chelsea
Djokovic impressive in Australian victory
The third-ranked player had no trouble against Benjamin Becker. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Novak
‘American Idol’ is looking to polish tarnished crown
The show’s executive producer says the oddballs on the show help generate buzz. “American
Dear Heloise: I work in the order department of a catalog company and have some important pointers
Dear Heloise: I work in the order department of a catalog company and have some important pointers
CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS
CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS Sunday’s schedule AFC San Diego at New England, 3 p.m. (CBS) NFC
Police begin roundup of truants and others
YOUNGSTOWN — Monday wasn’t a good day to be a teenager skipping school. The rest of January won’t
BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN
BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN Merry Christmas A “Merry Christmas” billboard campaign raised enough money to
IBM fares better than expected
Overseas sales fuel 4th-quarter growth. BOSTON (AP) — The fourth quarter usually is the best time
Associated Press
Associated Press ATTRACTION: Typical of the stylish yet warm Nordic fashions that are suddenly
Racism, sexism enter politics
The Obama and Clinton candidacies have generated sexist and racist comments. NEW YORK (AP) —
Dem central committee endorses 3
The party nominated its chairman and vice chairman to serve on the elections board. WARREN —
Man charged with indecency
CANFIELD — A man who walked naked through a church during Mass was charged with public indecency,
Residents abuzz over reported UFO sightings
Residents abuzz over reported UFO sightings STEPHENVILLE, Texas — In this farming community where
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Philip Shavers, probation violation dismissed. State v.
Warren police: Last illegal gambling site shut down
Owner of the gaming parlor has residences in Chicago and Fargo, N.D., police said. WARREN —
Women of ’50s wonder what they have wrought
Opinion: WASHINGTON — In one of the holiday rounds of partying, I found myself in delightful conversation
The Smurfs turn 50
The Smurfs turn 50 BRUSSELS, Belgium — The Smurfs — led by Papa Smurf and Smurfette — kicked off a
Deaths of 5 stun neighbors, family
Authorities plan charges against Michel Veillette, the husband and father of the victims. MASON,
FATAL FIRE Details
What happened: Five people were found in a burning home in Mason, about 20 miles north of
ON THE LOOKOUT
ON THE LOOKOUT Truant youths Police will be out four hours each school day this month looking
Byzantine monastery in Howland is up for sale
The monastery is too big for the seven nuns. HOWLAND — Downsizing is a way of life these days,
Economy takes center stage in Michigan GOP primary
TAYLOR, Mich. — Michigan’s Republican presidential primary today is this election year’s first clear
X Campbell Memorial High School class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 Monday at Denny’s
X Campbell Memorial High School class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 Monday at Denny’s in
Free coffee seminar
Free coffee seminar WARREN — A coffee seminar presented by a “coffee master” from a Warren
Glass roofs in cars rising in popularity
A supplier says sales of panoramic glass sunroofs are expected to double. DETROIT (AP) — For
Claims that U.S. future depends on immigrants puts ‘con’ in Silicon Valley
Opinion: Intel Chairman Craig Barrett made dire predictions in a Jan. 2 Vindicator column that the next
Wife’s sister is a mess, so what should he do?
Dear Annie: When I first met my wife, her sister, “Vicki,” was married with three children. Vicki
Penguins will host Horizon title meet
The indoor championships will take place March 1-2 at Kent State. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State’s
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Springfield Township trustees board meeting, 8 p.m., Springfield Township
“I also want you to understand something about America — that we respect you, we respect
Opinion: “I also want you to understand something about America — that we respect you, we respect your
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st—R M Salsa (Miller)8.204.203.60 Up Front Cr (Sugg)6.405.40
Bye-bye, Manningham: WGH grad enters draft
Arkansas RB Darren McFadden is also headed to the NFL. ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Warren Harding
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 15, the 15th day of 2008. There are 351 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 15, the 15th day of 2008. There are 351 days left in the year. On this date
Fit-right, feel-good jeans are favorites
Like shoes, consumers won’t buy them without trying them on first. When Caitlin Smith of
SCHEDULE YSU indoor track & field
Friday — at Kent State, with Ohio Feb. 1-2 — at Akron Elite Open Feb. 8 — at Akron Roo Town Open
“Andrew Jenks, Room 335” (7 p.m., Cinemax): To learn about America’s elderly, 19-
“Andrew Jenks, Room 335” (7 p.m., Cinemax): To learn about America’s elderly, 19-year-old filmmaker
For cool trends, look to the north
Waterproof materials, down filling and taped seams add warmth to stylish Nordic fashions. NEW YORK
Ron Paul’s poisoned pen
Ron Paul’s poisoned pen Dallas Morning News: Ron Paul’s maverick run for the Republican
General fund revenues are up, auditor says
The return of federal inmates boosted revenues. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County’s general fund
MRDD levy removed from March ballot
LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners on Monday formally removed a levy for the county Board
Austintown teachers to vote on contract
AUSTINTOWN — Teachers in the Austintown School District are expected to vote on a contract today.
Workers to be fired over deaths of four children
WASHINGTON (AP) — At least six child welfare workers will be fired for failing to properly address
High school quiz teams to compete at store
BOARDMAN — Local high school Quiz Bowl teams will compete in a “Spotlight Match of the Week” every
Air views on plan for Canfield Wal-Mart
Township trustees have hired legal counsel. CANFIELD — Township residents will have a chance to
Six killed in attacks at hotel in Afghanistan
Taliban attacks typically have not targeted civilians. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Militants stormed
The Dow advances sharply after forecast by IBM Corp.
Good news from IBM raises hopes about fourth-quarter earnings reports. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street
Reward offered in search of Marine
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Federal authorities planned to post billboards nationwide with the picture
Pleasant surprise for OSU: Laurinaitis opts to return
Only one Buckeye junior — so far — has jumped to the NFL. COLUMBUS — The Ohio State football
MySpace agrees to safety measures
A section will be created for users under 18 years old. ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — MySpace reached an
Let’s talk about ‘illegal’ myths
Opinion: It’s time to debunk the biggest myths of the anti-immigration movement that has swept this country
Toshiba slashes prices of its HD DVD players
NEW YORK (AP) — Toshiba Corp. on Monday announced an aggressive campaign to bolster its HD DVD movie
A trip on what’s left of Route 66
Opinion: GALENA, Kan. — An occasional tornado or winter storm roars through Galena. But not much else moves
Harvick anxious to begin Daytona title defense
His door-to-door battle with Mark Martin became the stuff of legend. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) —
District seeks E-Rate funds for telecommunications
Youngstown has secured $15 million in funding since the program began. YOUNGSTOWN — The city
‘Green’ do-gooders drive out the poor
Opinion: It was front-page news on the Jan. 14 issue of the San Francisco Chronicle that blacks by the tens
Study: Prices hurt property values
The CWRU study found that foreclosed homes are being sold at one-third their previous value.
MONDAY’S RESULTS
MONDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Ashtabula Sts. John & Paul 57, Warren JFK 48
Patient Maroney emerges for Pats
The second-year running back had a breakout game against the Jaguars. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) —
Women hope to extend drive for ‘Merry Christmas’ greeting
They had no idea their effort would generate so much interest. The Merry Christmas billboard
Conference in Akron for VFW and auxiliary
Conference in Akron for VFW and auxiliary AKRON — Akron has been named as the site for the annual
Authorities investigate death of Vienna man in Trumbull jail
WARREN — The Trumbull County Coroner’s office has issued a preliminary ruling that a county jail
State expands Medicaid coverage
COLUMBUS (AP) — The state has expanded Medicaid coverage for pregnant women and foster children
Fight heats up over coal-fueled power plants
Environmentalists are blocking new power plants at every stage. BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — In federal
Debate continues over project to renovate or rebuild J&FS
The county doesn’t have the money to do either project. LISBON — Preservationist Stevie
A tale of two cities uniting
The two cities will work to develop a closer and more productive relationship. YOUNGS-TOWN —
A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township: CANFIELD Jan. 7
Jury finds man guilty of complicity to murder
The man accused of being the gunman goes on trial April 14. YOUNGSTOWN — A man convicted of
Events set for Literacy Awareness Month
The annual Chili Cook-Off is slated for Feb. 9 at Shenango Valley Mall. GREENVILLE, Pa. — The
Cavs extend Brown’s pact
Cavs extend Brown’s pact More job security came Cavaliers coach Mike Brown’s way Monday when the
Bush, Saudi king begin talks on Mideast issues
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — President Bush on Monday launched a rare round of intensive personal
Early-release request rejected
WARREN — One of two female accomplices in a 2005 double murder in Newton Township has been turned
Sunni judge killed
BAGHDAD (AP) — Gunmen assassinated a high-ranking Sunni judge as he headed to work in Baghdad on
Northeast hit by massive snowstorm
Up to 20 inches of snow fell in parts of Maine. PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A fierce snowstorm raced
Penguins’ Malkin scores another hat trick; Pittsburgh wins its sixth in a row at home
Sidney Crosby added two assists for the Penguins. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored three
Businessman donates $75,000 for stadium
AUSTINTOWN — Township trustees and the Falcon Forward campaign on Monday thanked Joe P. Lane for a
Federline keeps custody of boys after hearing
Britney Spears appeared outside the courthouse but didn’t attend the hearing. LOS ANGELES (AP) — A
No. 15 Pitt tops No. 5 Georgetown
The Panthers have been able to rebound after losing two starters. PITTSBURGH — A few days after
NBA ROUNDUP Monday’s games
NBA ROUNDUP Monday’s games Wizards 88, Celtics 83 BOSTON — Caron Butler scored 21 and Antawn
Congress and President Bush have economic responsibilities
Congress and President Bush have economic responsibilities Yesterday’s surge on Wall Street was a
with the county commission.
with the county commission. Township trustees voted Monday to use the Mahoning County
Surprise! ’Jackets in playoff hunt
Columbus is the only NHL team that has never made the postseason. COLUMBUS (AP) — January and
Rocket reaches 1,000
Senior Ali Grapevine started with 975 points and scored 25 in a win over Western Reserve.
Lakeview OKs levy-failure plan
The pay-to-play program would bring in about $50,000. CORTLAND — After passing $500,000 in
Man held in vehicle fires
The arrest was made through information from a confidential informant. SALEM — A city man was
Eli silences critics with Giant wins
The game was meaningless, or as meaningless as a game can be against a team on the brink of making
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Monday’s regional game
WOMEN Carnegie-Mellon 71, Bethany 68 PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Junior guard Kaitlyn McCormick scored 15
Gas pipe problem affects at least 200 people
HERMITAGE, Pa. — Two hundred to 250 National Fuel customers were without natural gas Monday evening
Cavaliers extend Brown’s contract
He has won the highest percentage of games of all Cavaliers’ coaches. INDEPENDENCE — More job
Business news digest
REGION Economic forecast planned for Jan. 23 LIBERTY — The Regional Chamber and Shenango Valley
65TH District Ohio House
The 65th District includes the following Trumbull County communities: Brookfield Township Girard
Stabile Harwood to run unopposed
The two former candidates plan to run for the seat in two years. Seeking her fourth term in