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WRTA begins task of drumming up support for its sales tax
WRTA begins task of drumming up support for its sales tax YOUNGSTOWN — The head of the Western
Youngstown man gets prison term for domestic violence
Youngstown man gets prison term for domestic violence YOUNGSTOWN— A 27-year-old man is going to
Mahoning commissioners approve new pact with sanitary engineering workers
Mahoning commissioners approve new pact with sanitary engineering workers YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning
Fundraiser set for ailing sheriff’s captain
BOARDMAN — The Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department is holding a fundraiser for Capt. John Beshara,
Assault case goes to grand jury
YOUNGSTOWN — The case against Charles Zimmerman, 36, of Hunter Street was bound over to a Mahoning
YSU spring enrollment is up
YOUNGSTOWN — The numbers aren’t official yet, but it looks like enrollment for the spring term at
Paul Dieter leads Home Builders association
BOARDMAN — Paul Dieter of PMD Builders was named 2008 president of the Home Builders/Remodelers
City plans meetings with Chevy Centre hopefuls
YOUNGSTOWN — City officials plan to meet during the last week in January with companies that want to
City OKs severance packages
YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s board of control approved severance packages for three employees, including
Local home sale prices fall
A large number of foreclosed homes is pushing down home sale prices locally, Realtors said. “The
Warren baseball leagues merge
WARREN – Three city baseball leagues have merged to become the Warren Athletic Club to increase the
Fairfield Ruritans install new officers
Fairfield Ruritans install new officers FAIRFIELD — Fairfield Township Ruritan Club installed new
Ukrainian celebration at Orthodox Center
Ukrainian celebration at Orthodox Center YOUNGSTOWN — A Macanka dinner dance will be held Jan. 26
St. Rose Relay for Life plans races and bus trip
St. Rose Relay for Life plans races and bus trip GIRARD — St. Rose Relay for Life is sponsoring a
Spaghetti dinner
Spaghetti dinner YOUNGSTOWN — Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church, 252 E. Wood St., (not St. Cyril in
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
• Mark and Melissa McKim of Prairie Grove, Ill., announce the birth of their second child, a boy,
Crude oil supplies jump, lowering energy futures
NATION Crude oil supplies jump, lowering energy futures NEW YORK — Energy futures fell
Some ideas for an economic stimulus package being considered by House lawmakers
Some ideas for an economic stimulus package being considered by House lawmakers: Tax rebates: All
Casino workers cleared to caucus at special precincts on the Strip
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A union with ties to Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton failed in court Thursday to
OPPONENTS: Mahoning County Sheriff Randall Wellington, left, is challenging the credentials of David
OPPONENTS: Mahoning County Sheriff Randall Wellington, left, is challenging the credentials of David
If sales tax passes, more buses to run
The sales tax would add close to $5 million to WRTA’s annual budget. YOUNGSTOWN — The head of
Economic stimulus proposal likely to include tax rebate
Lawmakers are likely to settle on a $500 rebate for individuals. WASHINGTON (AP) — You could find
WRTA PROPOSED SALES TAX
WRTA PROPOSED SALES TAX Public meetings The Western Reserve Transit Authority is seeking a 0.25
ONLINE DIPLOMA MILLS
ONLINE DIPLOMA MILLS What to consider If the answers to many of the following questions are
ON THE TRAIL: Republican presidential candidates Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., above left, and former
ON THE TRAIL: Republican presidential candidates Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., above left, and former
Calls prompt rivals to criticize Huckabee
The Arkansas governor didn’t respond to the complaints. SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Former Arkansas
Spring, summer shows to fill calendar
Many Chevy Centre events will be announced soon, the interim director said. YOUNGSTOWN — To
THE VINDICATOR
THE VINDICATOR Prove you are No.1 fan of Kelly Pavlik k So you think you are an expert on Kelly
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be opened or
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be opened or
Aircraft orders not being met
TOULOUSE, France (AP) — The problem for Airbus and Boeing isn’t too few customers — it’s getting
Westminster women dominate at Thiel
The Titans overcame poor shooting in the first half. GREENVILLE, Pa. — It wasn’t exactly
Will Democrats vote along racial lines?
Obama’s stand is that he is a presidential candidate who just happens to be black. WASHINGTON (AP)
Girl could still be charged in school fire
YOUNGSTOWN — More serious charges could be filed against a girl who was charged with criminal
MCDONALD COUNCIL Action taken
Village officials handled these matters when they met Wednesday night: Discussed ways to make it
Cards’ Halfhill passes 1,000
She reached the milestone on an assist from her sister in a win over East Liverpool. CANFIELD
Redskins’ coaching candidates many
Owner Dan Snyder has interviewed some and more are expected. ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — There were some
City plans to sell South High Fieldhouse
The city is losing about $150,000 annually to run the complex. YOUNGSTOWN — The city has a
More people finding it hard to pay off loans
U.S. banks are preparing for a recession. NEW YORK (AP) — The bill for America’s excessive
PREP BASKETBALL Other games
GIRLS Howland 75, Campbell 11 HOWLAND — Howland (12-2, 9-1 Metro Athletic Conference) jumped out
Vehicles turning heads at auto show
Auto show features a variety of new concepts. DETROIT (AP) — While they may or may not end up in
Female suicide bomber kills at least 9 Shiites
The explosion took place near a market. BAGHDAD (AP) — A female suicide bomber struck black-clad
Assault on officer puts man away for 8 years
An aggravated robbery charge was dropped. YOUNGSTOWN — A 21-year-old Sebring man is going to
Residents complain about potholes
CAMPBELL — Potholes are angering residents and frustrating city officials. Several residents came
Dangers of cold medicines for children worry Valley parents
Over-the-counter drugs for kids under age 2 can cause death, a physician says. JESSICA
Rivers’ knee feeling better
The Chargers quarterback is optimistic he’ll play Sunday in the AFC title game. SAN DIEGO (AP) —
NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday’s games
Islanders 3, Devils 1 NEWARK, N.J. — Rick DiPietro had 37 saves and Bill Guerin scored two goals
Voters to decide on vets’ bonuses
Voters approved bonuses for Korean War, World I and II and Vietnam veterans. COLUMBUS — Voters
Educators workshop planned
CANFIELD — The 11th annual Environmental Education Resource Fair Workshop “Webs and Connections”
NBA ROUNDUP Wednesday’s games
Raptors 116, Kings 91 TORONTO — Chris Bosh had 31 points as Toronto spoiled Mike Bibby’s season
Memphis romps past Rice, 77-50
No. 7 Duke won but No. 14 Dayton was spilled by UMass. HOUSTON — Chris Douglas-Roberts and
FBI: Marine said he’d go to Mexico to dodge case
The Marine’s wife also said she believed her husband would head to Mexico. JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (AP)
GOP facing likelihood of convention contest
The last time the GOP had a multi-ballot convention was 1948. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican
Supreme Court backs con men over honest investors
Supreme Court backs con men over honest investors It is interesting that a majority on the
Canfield residents stand firm on Wal-Mart opposition
Traffic was a big concern to the residents. CANFIELD — Another group of township and city
FDA to declare cold meds too risky for young kids
FDA to declare cold meds too risky for young kids WASHINGTON — Parents should not give sniffling
VEHICLE SALES
VEHICLE SALES Leaders Top-selling dealers and models in 2007 in Mahoning, Trumbull and
Consumer prices rise 4.1%, fastest pace in 17 years
Workers’ wages failed to keep up with inflation. WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumer prices rose in 2007 at
Sparano to join Parcells as new Dolphins mentor
He becomes the latest transplant from the Cowboys to Miami. DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Discussing his
Economic slowdown feeding monster of recession, Fed says
The credit crunch is forcing people and businesses to cut back. WASHINGTON (AP) — With every new
Grant enjoys chance to face former ’mates
The Giants traded the running back to Green Bay in the preseason. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Another
ON THE AIR
ON THE AIR FRIDAY 7:15 p.m. (WKBN-AM 570) Boys basketball: Poland at Canfield. 7:30 p.m. (
MARTIN LUTHER KING HOLIDAY
MARTIN LUTHER KING HOLIDAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal
Stewart makes rare testing visit
The controversial — and highly successful — NASCAR driver will represent Toyota this season.
Chief: I ordered shots at protesters
More than 40 people died in the clash last December. KISUMU, Kenya (AP) — The police chief in this
Charter schools top city’s in performance
The report is based on math and reading scores over a two-year period. YOUNGSTOWN — Charter
Campaign focuses on Mormon faith
Religious misconceptions and stereotypes persist. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — To Don Lounsbury, it’s
Suspect arrested in several robberies
The accused man will be in Youngstown Municipal Court today. YOUNGSTOWN — A Niles man who
Howland seeking repeat as champ
The Tigers will host their 47th wrestling tournament Saturday. HOWLAND — With five champions and
BOYS TEAM OFFENSE
BOYS TEAM OFFENSE TeamRecAvg Poland11-088.3 Columbiana12-177.2 Warren Harding11-076.2
Military’s new MRAPs resist bombs, own road
LADSON, S.C. — I asked my guide in the back seat where to park as I swung my 19-ton “MRAP” by the
Sewer project to serve 60 homes
A second state grant will assist with road improvements near a new school building in Girard.
A very unfunny Monkey
A very unfunny Monkey Scripps Howard News Service: In the entertainment-starved Persian Gulf,
Fired firefighter to get severance pay
The board also approved payments to two retired city employees. YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s board
Hearing in rape case is reset
He is accused of assaults on a female relative. WARREN — A Southington man charged with 13 counts
Victoria Jackson and David Ellison to wed in Georgia
X FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. — Thomas M. Jackson of Fayetteville announces the engagement and upcoming
Scorsese film to open fest
Scorsese film to open fest BERLIN — “Shine a Light,” Martin Scorsese’s documentary on the Rolling
Are White House e-mail tapes lost?
If the e-mails weren’t saved, laws might have been violated. WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House
Arraignment scheduled for 3 in $7.4M heist
Arraignment scheduled for 3 in $7.4M heist LIBERTY — The three Youngstown people charged in the
Celebrity hoops game will benefit charity
Celebrity hoops game will benefit charity YOUNGSTOWN — The fourth annual Game of Hope will be 4
Jason Ricci group defies labels
The band has released its second CD. Jason Ricci and New Blood have returned to the new CD bin
‘MAD MONEY’
‘MAD MONEY’ Grade: C Director: Callie Khouri Running time: 1 hour 38 minutes Rating: PG-13
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Well.” Kent Trumbull Theater, 4314 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren. Auditions are 7-9 p.m.
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES AREA
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES AREA Canfield 68, East Liverpool 35 Struthers 50, Niles 46
2 teen girls arrested in beating
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Two ninth-grade girls at Newport Harbor High have been arrested in
Though fairly tame, ‘Mad Money’ is funny
It’s been amusing to watch the edgy, smart, much-imitated Diane Keaton of Woody Allen, Warren Beatty
Used car appeal drops
Lease deals on new cars led to a decline in sales of used cars, a dealer says. Car buyers were
G. Love & Special Sauce stay steady in their niche
The band has a new album due out this summer. One band existing in two worlds is not the
Right of workers to vote privately is threatened
Opinion: As American voters go to the polls to select the Republican and Democratic presidential nominees,
“Ugly Betty” (8 p.m., ABC): It’s odor in the court on “Ugly Betty” as
“Ugly Betty” (8 p.m., ABC): It’s odor in the court on “Ugly Betty” as Betty’s new perfume is driving
Business booms for makers of fake college degrees
The legitimacy of a degree of a Mahoning County sheriff candidate is in question. YOUNGSTOWN
SCT to bring ‘Strangers on a Train’ to the stage
SALEM — The suspenseful “Strangers on a Train” begins a two-weekend run Friday at Salem Community
YSU plans familyfun before doubleheader
Dom Rosselli bobbleheads will be given away at the game. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State
Man’s body is found inside burned house
The victim was found on a couch in a den/family room near the kitchen. AUSTINTOWN — How a township
Wedding planned by Miss Pagano and Mr. Bishop
X GIRARD — Joseph and Linda Pagano, 14 Mohawk Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
911 call shows brother’s panic in tiger attack
The 911 dispatcher told the man several times that paramedics were being kept outside the zoo.
Reminiscent of Ryan, Heigl fills role of funny woman in ‘27 Dresses’
The movie falls flat at some points, but it’s still witty. Is the long search for the new Meg
LBJ merits credit from Clinton on civil rights
Opinion: WASHINGTON — It probably was inevitable that sometime during the increasingly acrimonious campaign
Performance artist plans Valley visit for exhibition at Youngstown Butler
Rom Amstutz uses elements of performance and theater in his art. YOUNGSTOWN — New York-based
Do not overestimate fears of Iran
Opinion: As President Bush traveled through the Middle East, the prevailing assumption was that Arab states
Save art on computer to lessen clutter
Dear Heloise: As the mother of a kindergartner, our home has been inundated with school papers.
Research: Teacher absenteeism hurts kids’ learning
Pupils get set back when substitutes have to fill in. WASHINGTON (AP) — A year is a long time in a
Women’s art show to open at Butler Howland branch
HOWLAND — The YWCA of Youngstown’s art show, entitled Women Artists: A Celebration, opens Saturday
‘27 DRESSES’
‘27 DRESSES’ Grade: C Director: Anne Fletcher Running time: 1 hour, 48 minutes Rating: R for
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Inmate rights group plans conference, rally
YOUNGSTOWN — The Cleveland Lucasville Five Defense Committee will hold a press conference and rally
LOUIE TODAY: Bonnie Burdman; cookbook author Mollie Katzen
Katzen is credited with popularizing healthful vegetarian food.
Meeting planned on circulating petitions
SHARON, Pa. — Jeff Greenburg, Mercer County elections director, will address concerned voters about
Museum, branches schedule free days for family activities
The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown, and its branches in Salem and Howland, have
X Mark and Melissa McKim of Prairie Grove, Ill., announce the birth of their second child, a boy,
X Mark and Melissa McKim of Prairie Grove, Ill., announce the birth of their second child, a boy,
AREA ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s games
MEN Mount Union 81, Marietta 65 MARIETTA — Chris Switzer scored 26 points to lead Mount Union to
Rodriguez-WVU lawsuit moved to federal court
The move gives the new Michigan coach time to file a response. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West
ROAD WORK Trumbull County projects
Trumbull County commissioners Wednesday authorized five road improvement projects costing $1,159,500
Doubleheader day for YSU teams
Doubleheader day for YSU teams kYOUNGSTOWN STATE will throw a party for families Saturday, before
WHERE THEY STAND
WHERE THEY STAND Charter vs. public schools A report released by the Ohio Alliance for Public
YSU BASKETBALL \ Today’s games
MEN YSU (7-9, 3-3) vs. VALPARAISO (12-5, 3-2) When: 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV:
Desperate teacher enters drug trade in AMC series
Bryan Cranston plays the teacher who is dying of cancer. NEW YORK — “Breaking Bad” has cooked
Turmeric helps clear up psoriasis
Q. My stepdad has had a horrible case of psoriasis for more than 10 years. The rash was all over his
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing 1 to 2 p.m. Friday at Prince House Chapel, 192 Hazeltine Ave., Youngstown,
Old remedies won’t cure recession of 2008
Opinion: In a normal recession, the to-do list is clear. Copies of Keynes are dusted off, the Fed lowers
Followingin the family’s footsteps Lowellville’s Ali Grapevine is an athletic standout and is preparing for a career in the military.
The senior basketball player has scored 1,000 points. LOWELLVILLE — A basketball court is a
Parents announce Long-Marafiote engagement
X The engagement of Kelly Nicole Long, a daughter of John and Marilyn Long of Hubbard, and Jonathan
Today is Thursday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2008. There are 349 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2008. There are 349 days left in the year. On this date
Date for Theis, Ochs wedding is announced
X The engagement of Jaclyn Theis, 122 Wilcox Road, Austintown, and Chad Ochs, 1938 County Road No.
Hillary’s exquisite sensitivity bites her
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Hillary Clinton’s campaign, useful at last, has in recent days added to the nation’s
“American financial mismanagement has brought us to this economic meltdown. Asian stock
Opinion: “American financial mismanagement has brought us to this economic meltdown. Asian stock markets are
Thiel snaps skid with 93-79 victory
Westminster has dropped seven of its past nine games. GREENVILLE, Pa. — Two teams badly in
PovertyNeck Hillbillies call it quits after 4 leave
The PovertyNeck Hillbillies are dead in the water after four members of the country music band
Pats’ Moss denies latest problem
He’s been accused by a women of causing serious injury to her. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Randy Moss
Venus Williams advances 7-5, 6-4
She struggled past Camille Pin to reach the third round of the Australian Open. MELBOURNE,
“In the Moonlight Eddie” continues at Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St.
“In the Moonlight Eddie” continues at Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St. The drama
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael E. D’Amico, 42, of 4285 Woodleigh Drive, Youngstown,
Looking for a good high school event to take in over the next week? Here’s a few suggestions:
Looking for a good high school event to take in over the next week? Here’s a few suggestions: 1.
h Museum to auction mastodon to stay afloat
h Museum to auction mastodon to stay afloat DALLAS — A Texas museum that teaches creationism is
Falcons trying to be Top Gun this weekend
Fitch is one of four area wrestling teams at the big Alliance tournament. ALLIANCE — The Top
Study: Gene combo seems to raise risk of prostate cancer
Scientists plan to look for the gene variants in U.S. men. Scientists have taken a key step
Opening up job to others leaves Conglose upset
The retired employee said he’s ‘not inclined’ to apply for the job. YOUNGSTOWN — The retired
Daughter is treated like an unwanted shoe
Dear Annie: I am a divorced father of a 13-year-old daughter. Though her mom and I share joint
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