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Speech: Put dream into action

YOUNGSTOWN — Kirk Noden encouraged those attending a program celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Arson charges filed against girl in MCCTC fire

Arson charges filed against girl in MCCTC fire YOUNGSTOWN — Aggravated arson charges have been


State lawmaker says Wal-Mart should not come to Canfield

State lawmaker says Wal-Mart should not come to Canfield CANFIELD — Wal-Mart should respect the


King holiday won’t disrupt Youngstown garbage collection schedule

King holiday won’t disrupt Youngstown garbage collection schedule YOUNGSTOWN — Residential garbage


YSU committee issues its support for Sweets, whose home was shot up last month

xxxx YOUNGSTOWN _ The Executive Committee of Youngstown State University’s Academic Senate and the


Austintown police seek missing 17-year-old

AUSTINTOWN — Police are searching for a 17-year-old girl who has been missing since Jan. 3. Judy


Board finds Aey eligible; sheriff plans to appeal

Board finds Aey eligible; sheriff plans to appeal YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Board of Elections


Protest set at Ohio Penitentiary

YOUNGSTOWN — Prisoner advocacy groups will hold a rally/protest at 2 p.m. Saturday at the entrance


Solicitor charged with theft by deception

BOARDMAN — Any residents who were contacted by phone in the past several days by Tyrone E. Parker


Warren bar sued over music copyrights

WARREN — The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has brought legal action against


Foreclosures push down local home prices

A large number of foreclosed homes is pushing down home sale prices locally, Realtors said. “The


CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities

CLUB CALENDAR ASSOCIATIONS • William Penn Association, Branch 28 of Youngstown, will meet at


LOUIE TODAY: Mahoning elections director Tom McCabe

The elections board hearing involving Wellington and Aey is today.


WOMEN’S TOP 25 Thursday’s other games

No. 2 Tennessee 65, Kentucky 40 LEXINGTON, Ky. — Even after a lopsided victory, Candace Parker did


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Man gets 4 years

Man gets 4 years YOUNGSTOWN— A 27-year-old man is going to prison for four years for domestic


The smear campaign state

The smear campaign state Scripps Howard News Service: Perhaps it was because consultant Lee


Mortgage rates decline again

Many economists expect mortgage rates won’t go much lower. WASHINGTON (AP) — Rates on 30-year


Tangled web: Spider-Man, Mary Jane split in plot twist

While fans were shocked at the news at first, some have really grown to like the idea. LOS


Smart car rolls into U.S.

Smart cars are arriving at 68 U.S. dealerships this month. DETROIT (AP) — Americans who want to


Reasons for hope and fear in Iraq

Opinion: Iraq is back. The story is back on Page One and back in the presidential primaries. Has any


Jack is looking for love

Jack is looking for love NEW YORK — Jack Nicholson, the legendary ladies’ man, says he’d like to


Phantoms Showcase features future’s best

College and pro scouts will converge on the Ice Zone. BOARDMAN — NHL top draft picks Patrick Kane


Federal Reserve report, debt push stocks lower

The Dow has already given back its 2007 gains. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street extended its 2008


Vet tells students what to do when a dog attacks

Big dogs are not always the most dangerous. BROOKFIELD — You’re walking down the street and


COLLEGE BASKETBALL Regional games

MEN Grove City 73, Waynesburg 71 WAYNESBURG, Pa. — The Grove City College men’s basketball team


Buckeyes win fifth straight, drop Illinois, 43-42

COLUMBUS (AP) — Maria Moeller made a 3-pointer with 14 seconds remaining to give No. 16 Ohio State a


NFC, AFC

NFC, AFC Sunday’s games AFC San Diego at New England, 3 p.m. (CBS) NFC N.Y. Giants at


BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL Warren Athletic Club

Children wanting to play baseball and softball in the city can sign up at these locations:


Presidential election awakens sleeping giant of discontent

Opinion: Presidential election awakens sleeping giant of discontent EDITOR: In the recently completed


PET OWNERSHIP

PET OWNERSHIP Tips for success How to care for a pet: Dogs take a lot of time: “The expression


Man gets 6 years for sex offense

YOUNGSTOWN — An Alliance man is going to prison for sexual battery against a 17-year-old female


YSU loses lead, not game: Penguins rally for victory

The win over Wright State snapped a two-game losing streak for Youngstown State. YOUNGSTOWN —


Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject


Delphi makes progress to get out of bankruptcy

Labor unions are objecting to a management compensation plan. NEW YORK (AP) — Auto parts supplier


A prison like no other

Opinion: In an interview with TV host Tyra Banks, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton


Today is Friday, Jan. 18, the 18th day of 2008. There are 348 days left in the year. On this date in

Today is Friday, Jan. 18, the 18th day of 2008. There are 348 days left in the year. On this date in


First Degree show to be in Boardman

BOARDMAN — The First Degree band will play at the Lanai, 7631 South Ave., Boardman, tonight. A


New goalie key reason for Penguins’ success

Ty Conklin is unbeaten in 11 regulation games since becoming the starter. PITTSBURGH (AP) —


YSU spring enrollment 2.5% above a year ago

The university is hoping for an enrollment of 14,000 students this fall. YOUNGSTOWN — The


GM, Toyota working to develop ultracheap car

GM’s Chinese joint venture is building a car that sells for $3,500. DETROIT (AP) — The world’s two


STEELHOUNDS Weekend preview

On deck: The Youngstown SteelHounds begin a three-game series with the Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs


‘CLOVERFIELD’

‘CLOVERFIELD’ Grade: C Director: Matt Reeves Running time: 1 hour, 24 minutes Rating: PG-13


One monster of a story

‘Cloverfield’ gives a panicked-person’s eye view of horrible happenings in New York City.


Judge’s rulings affect criminal cases

LISBON — A judge has overturned a guilty plea in an assault case involving a policeman and


Mahoning juvenile court seeks diversion programs

Outstanding applicants must have or form a choir. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Juvenile Court is


New Orleans cops finally have a home

The city has boosted the budget for the police department. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After a trying


Use what opponents think they know

The longer you play poker with the same bunch of guys, the more likely it is that they’ll pick up on


A little deregulation went a long way

Opinion: For about the past 30 years, our nation has been traveling the deregulation highway, a road with no


Playboy chooses Cortland woman for special edition

The magazine will go on sale Jan. 29. CORTLAND — Lisa Neeld has always brought the heat, but


Huntington Bancshares suffers 4th-quarter loss

The bank recorded a $239 million loss but predicted profits for 2008. COLUMBUS (AP) — Huntington


“I don’t know if it’s just arrogance. I don’t know if it’s ignorance.

“I don’t know if it’s just arrogance. I don’t know if it’s ignorance. But you’ve been locked up at


Three youth baseball groups in Warren merge into one

The new organization will be called the Warren Athletic Club. WARREN — Three city youth


Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various


“George of the Jungle” (7:30 p.m., Cartoon Network): He starred in a classic cartoon

“George of the Jungle” (7:30 p.m., Cartoon Network): He starred in a classic cartoon series 40 years


Party endorsement draws a blank stare

Opinion: What if you asked people to attend a party with the enticement that something good could happen to


high five

high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “NFC Playoff Post Game,” Fox. 2. AFC


Kid at heart: Favre’s story inspires fans

His counterpart, Eli Manning, has grown up this postseason. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — If America’s


YSU men blew a 67-61 Horizon League contest to old nemesis Valparaiso.

YSU men blew a 67-61 Horizon League contest to old nemesis Valparaiso. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown


Signs point to presidential run by Bloomberg

Opinion: WASHINGTON — If you thought Sen. Barack Obama’s victory in the Iowa caucuses was historic and Sen.


the scoop

the scoop aeropostale pitches in One third of all homeless people are under the age of 18. Do


Coast Guard calls off search for pilot lost in Lake Erie

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Coast Guard on Thursday called off the search for a missing pilot whose twin-


Harding tops Mooney in key SVC showdown

Ursuline and East each stayed unbeaten in the Steel Valley. WARREN — Kamela Bender scored 12


MEN’S TOP 25 \ Thursday’s games

Cleveland St. 56, No. 12 Butler 52 CLEVELAND — When the final horn sounded, Cleveland State’s fans


Judge’s rulings affect 2 criminal cases

One police officer no longer works for the department. LISBON — A judge has overturned a


Directors union, producers reach deal

The tentative contract puts pressure on striking Hollywood writers. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood


Suspect’s wife waited before reporting death

The FBI said Mexican authorities are trying to track the suspect. JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (AP) — The


Selig has 3-year pact extension

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball owners gave commissioner Bud Selig a three-year


Rodriguez says he’s innocent of accusations

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Former West Virginia football coach Rich Rodriguez is baffled by the stir


Chevy Centre meetings to start Jan. 28

YOUNGSTOWN — City officials plan to meet during the last week in January with companies that want to


Mahoning County MRDD sets 2008 budget of $27.6 million

Duck reports little progress in talks on employee contracts that expired last summer. AUSTINTOWN —


FBI probes to see if Tejada lied about drugs

In 2005, he denied taking performance-enhancing drugs. WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI said Thursday it


Warren man is indicted in Jan. 6 shooting death

The accused man was free on bond in a drug case when the shooting occurred. WARREN — A Warren man


Governor would like Cabinet-level VA post

Ohio has the nation’s sixth-largest population of veterans. COLUMBUS (AP) — Gov. Ted Strickland


ACLU files suit to halt switch to paper ballots

CLEVELAND (AP) — A federal lawsuit filed Thursday seeks to block Ohio’s biggest county from


Electronic billboards post fugitive alerts

The billboards already have produced positive results, officials said. WASHINGTON (AP) —


Bonekovic’s burst keys Brookfield

The senior scored 33 points as the Warriors routed Hubbard, 67-33. HUBBARD — As a league


Springfield buys new police vehicle

Trustees adopted a new policy involving public speaking at meetings. NEW SPRINGFIELD —


Cruise biographer defends book

A spokesman for the actor said the book is ‘loaded with false statements.’ NEW YORK (AP) — Andrew


NHL ROUNDUP \ Thursday’s games

Capitals 5, Oilers 4, SO WASHINGTON — Matt Bradley scored after 11 other Washington players missed


Mahoning OKs pact with sewer workers

Employees will continue contributing to their health-care premiums. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning


Trahan, Gamez lead at Hope

The first four rounds of the tournament are a pro-am. PALM DESERT, Calif. (AP) — D.J. Trahan shot


Disc golf course changes questioned

One board member says the dog park may increase use of the disc golf course. WARREN — Bill


Officials seek new ideas to resolve problems with drop-off recycling

The county government study commission has asked for $12,000. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence


Henin’s serving trouble doesn’t stop win streak

The top-ranked Belgian advanced to the fourth round of the Australian Open. MELBOURNE, Australia


Sell keys United past Lisbon

Maggie Sell’s strong defensive play led the Eagles to their 11th win, 46-44. LISBON — As one


Sewer rates increase by $6 per quarter

The higher sewer rates went into effect Jan. 1. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Union Township residents


Chertoff: New border rules to boost ID demands, lines

The biggest change should be at the American- Canadian border. WASHINGTON (AP) — New border-


South Range loses league game

South Range loses league game The Columbiana High girls basketball team did what no other Inter


Toyota is turning some heads

In testing at Daytona, the manufacturer’s officials have been pleased. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) —


THURSDAY’S RESULTS

THURSDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES East 71, Chaney 33 Warren Harding 43, Mooney


James scores 27 as Cavaliers win finals rematch, 90-88

It was Cleveland’s first game against San Antonio since the finals sweep. SAN ANTONIO (AP) —


Columbiana hands Raiders first league loss

The Clippers rallied from a 21-14 halftime deficit. COLUMBIANA — Playing major defense on Autumn


YMHA must cast wide net in search for new director

YMHA must cast wide net in search for new director The future course of neighborhood and community


Seau wants to avoid upset

He and Rodney Harrison are playing their longtime team on Sunday. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The


Home Makeover Expo to show latest designs

OHIO Home Makeover Expo to show latest designs BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley chapter of the


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