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Poland built a big lead en route to a 87-72 win over rival Canfield.
Poland built a big lead en route to a 87-72 win over rival Canfield. CANFIELD — Ken Grisdale
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Jan. 12 Burglary:
Stimulus package may fail to heal American economy
As the housing market sinks, it’s also taking investment banks down. WASHINGTON — The economic
State senator urges Wal-Mart to scrap Canfield plan
Wal-Mart plans to go through the process of asking for a zone change. CANFIELD — Wal-Mart
Shiite cult attacks Iraqis, leaving nearly 50 dead
Shiite cult attacks Iraqis, leaving nearly 50 dead BAGHDAD — Violence left nearly 50 people dead
Stakes high for candidates in South Carolina
Ronald Reagan’s influence could be observed in both parties’ campaigns. COLUMBIA, S.C. — The
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James G. Harvey, 39, of Canton, and Michele Carsone, 35, of
Suspect in fire at MCCTC charged with felony arson
YOUNGSTOWN — Aggravated-arson charges have been filed against a girl accused of setting the
Notebook - From the Chevy Centre
On deck: The SteelHounds and Mudbugs continue their three-game set tonight at 7:05 p.m. and Sunday
Vince Lisi founded the Youngstown Spiritual Society in 1996
Vince Lisi founded the Youngstown Spiritual Society in 1996. He coordinates its newsletter and
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani
Business news digest
REGION Cortland Banks plans groundbreaking event BROOKFIELD — Cortland Banks will hold a
Charter school a fraud, attorney general says
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ohio’s attorney general filed a lawsuit Friday seeking to shut down a Cincinnati
Reps want exposure assessment of staff members to be expedited
Exposure to metals at the prison was 450 times that of allowable levels. ELKTON — Two congressmen
Photo shows suspect using deceased’s ATM card
Mexico doesn’t extradite anyone who might be executed. RALEIGH, N.C. — Onslow County sheriff’s
Mooney defeats JFK; Ursuline beats Chaney
Campbell, Salem and Howland won MAC games. WARREN — L. J. Sutton scored 15 points, Tim Marlowe
Jury pool trimmed in murder trial
The defendants’ lawyers are considering whether to ask for a change of venue. CANTON (AP) —
Israel attacks Hamas building
The building was seen as a symbol of Hamas authority. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel sought
FBI: Flier made gun threat
No gun was found when the plane was searched. COLUMBUS (AP) — A man on a Skybus Airlines flight
Life Skills awards diplomas
Life Skills serves 16- to-22-year-olds who dropped out or may drop out of school. YOUNGSTOWN —
Ghost hunters film show at Air Force base
The reports of strange happenings have come from credible people, the base commander said. DAYTON
Tale of two tragedies and the response that could have been
Tale of two tragedies and the response that could have been Five sad — and perhaps avoidable
Rally for the Valley to fund UW
YOUNGSTOWN — Five area United Ways are having the third annual Rally for the Valley from 9 a.m.
Campaign banner erected without city’s OK
YOUNGSTOWN — A large banner touting the candidacy of Heidi A. Hanni as Mahoning County prosecutor on
Analysts question the logic of Under Armour entering the shoe market.
Analysts question the logic of Under Armour entering the shoe market. BALTIMORE (AP) — Athletic
McDonald gets 52-40 ITCL win over Southern
The Blue Devils just had more offensive weapons than the Indians. McDONALD — A second-half
YSU Basketball - Today’s games
YSU (7-10, 3-4) vs. BUTLER (16-2, 5-2) When: 7:05 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV: WKBN-
Red-hot Mudbugs ice sinking Hounds
Youngstown rallied from a 2-0 deficit before falling, 3-2. YOUNGSTOWN — Looking for something
Roddick falls in 3rd round of Australian
Second-seeded Svetlana Kuznetsova was upset on the women’s side. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Andy
Crosby hurt in Penguins defeat
He was diagnosed with a high ankle sprain. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh star Sidney Crosby badly
Columbiana holds off South Range
COLUMBIANA — The first-place Columbiana High basketball team received a scare from Inter Tri-County
Drug indictment includes 3 charges
WARREN — A Howland man accused of being one of the area’s major drug dealers was indicted on three
Fryman ready to go from tees to pros
The former Indians infielder will manage the Scrappers. Travis Fryman sees himself as a man
Phantoms roll, top Rangers 4-1
Mahoning Valley started this weekend’s showcase the right way. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley
Blast hurts firefighters, gas worker
LIMA, Ohio (AP) — An explosion at a construction company in Lima Friday has left two firefighters
Liberty’s fourth quarter run too much for Flashes, 72-62
Girard and Hubbard also earned TAC victories. LIBERTY — The Liberty High basketball team posted a
Rivers is optimistic about playing
The Chargers quarterback has a sprained right knee. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Mouthy to a fault,
Hanni’s campaign banner erected without city’s OK
YOUNGSTOWN — A large banner touting the candidacy of Heidi A. Hanni as Mahoning County prosecutor on
Gutierrez-Mancini nuptials planned at St. Michael’s
X YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Gutierrez, 2492 Barth Drive, announce the engagement and
Columbiana, Mahoning, Trumbull Cattlemen’s Association will meet Feb. 12 at McMahon
Columbiana, Mahoning, Trumbull Cattlemen’s Association will meet Feb. 12 at McMahon
Steel Curtain anchor dies in car crash at 59
Ernie Holmes was a two-time All-Pro lineman for the Steelers. DALLAS (AP) — Ernie Holmes, who won
Paraprofessional at Mars home wins Intermediate Unit award
GROVE CITY, Pa. — Patricia Knable, a paraprofessional in an emotional support program at the Mars
Cleveland diocese rejects anonymous tips on sexual abuse
Church watchdogs oppose the policy while the office of the local prosecutor supports it.
King of Adapters reigns during Austen festival on ‘Masterpiece’
Four of the adaptations are from Andrew Davis. NEW YORK — Andrew Davies is talking about sex.
NHL - Friday’s other games
Hurricanes 7, Oilers 2 RALEIGH, N.C. — All-Star Eric Staal scored three goals, one on a penalty
Friday's Results
FRIDAY’S RESULTS AREA Ursuline 68, Chaney 45 Mooney 52, Warren JFK 44 Jackson 79, Fitch 56
University’s STEM college to host meeting
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering and
Sports news digest
YSU Penguins to honor King tonight YOUNGSTOWN — The Horizon League will honor the late Dr.
Institute promotes journalism advising
RESTON, Va. — The American Society of Newspaper Editors is offering a free, two-week summer
New Castle man faces arson charge
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — An East Englewood Avenue man is charged with arson and recklessly endangering
Local GM plant begins work on new Cobalt SS
The new Cobalt SS carries 55 more horsepower. LORDSTOWN — The General Motors’ car plant here
Forget winter; think about fishing
We knew this was coming. We should have expected it. Knowing, even expecting, that cabin fever is
NBA - Friday’s games
Wizards 111, Knicks 98 WASHINGTON — That sudden surge by the New York Knicks? Over, emphatically.
Central tally sites not planned
Some Cuyahoga County election officials have balked at making the switch to paper ballots.
Americans agree on many religion questions
When it comes to religion, modern Americans think religious beliefs are good, but they tend to worry
Chinese New Year plans
Chinese New Year plans YOUNGSTOWN — The Chinese Association of the Greater Youngstown Area will
“Husband for Hire” (8 p.m., Oxygen): In the new romantic comedy, “Husband For
“Husband for Hire” (8 p.m., Oxygen): In the new romantic comedy, “Husband For Hire,” a career-savvy
Teach pets to recognize smells and sounds of baby
Dear Heloise: I wanted to send in these helpful hints I thought were good ideas regarding bringing a
Witness says he warned Snipes to pay his taxes
Witness says he warned Snipes to pay his taxes OCALA, Fla. — A financial adviser has testified
Kindergarten Registration
KINDERGARTEN Registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the
Does Highway of Holiness pave way to holy destiny?
I-35 in Texas and Minnesota is getting attention because of a biblical passage from Isaiah 35:8.
Speech: Put dream into action
Community action makes a beloved community possible, the speaker said. YOUNGSTOWN — Kirk Noden
Sheriff to Aey: Challenge isn’t over Candidate OK’d for March ballot
YOUNGSTOWN — Failing to persuade the Mahoning County Board of Elections to disqualify his Democratic
Church puts messages on shot glasses
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — To get people to attend his new church campus, Robbie McLaughlin is sending
Housecleaning gives Pirates a new start
Four young arms in a five-man rotation give the National League team some hope. YOUNGSTOWN —
Angela Caparso, Andrew Gordon will wed April 25
X LOWELLVILLE — Albert and Sue Caparso, 2081 Stewart Road, announce the engagement of their
Brookfield’s Miller earns revenge in Top Gun match
The 130-pounder beat Berkshire’s Blake Thoreson to reach today’s semifinals. ALLIANCE — When
Foreclosures flood market, force prices down in Valley
Average prices dropped between 5 percent and 14 percent last year. A large number of
Journey acquires new lead singer
Guitarist Neal Schon is responsible for finding the new frontman. NOVATO, Calif. — The classic
Today is Saturday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2008. There are 347 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2008. There are 347 days left in the year. On this date
Protect abortion access this election year
Opinion: Tuesday marks the 35th anniversary of the legalization of abortion in the United States. In this
City Prayer Team to sponsor training session
YOUNGSTOWN — The City Prayer Team will sponsor a special training assembly from 9 a.m. to noon Feb.
Quilts offer patch of fabric of lives
After centuries, the allure of quilts is still strong. FRESNO, Calif. — Quilts have been an
ASCAP sues bar owners over music issue
WARREN — The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has brought legal action against
Wirth-Klingensmith wedding set Feb. 16 in Gilbert, Ariz.
X Susan A. Wirth, of Mesa, Ariz., and Daniel F. Klingensmith, of Gilbert, Ariz., are engaged to be
How would Americans spend stimulus money?
The rebates could total up to $800 for individuals and $1,600 for married couples. NEW YORK (AP)
Enjoy nature with these new products
Imagine it’s May, and you’re birding one of your favorite spots. The songs of neotropical migrants
GM turbocharges its Cobalt SS
LORDSTOWN — The General Motors’ car plant here has started work on the most powerful Chevrolet
W. Middlesex teen finds success showing animals
Kacy Scott has been showing animals at the state show for four years. PULASKI, Pa. — Kacy
Fed head to Congress: Act now on economy
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Watching Ben Bernanke bash members of Congress over the head with woe-is-us news about
11 area schools earn state distinction
Nine of the recipients are elementary schools from Mahoning County . BOARDMAN — A total of 11
Bush’s tax-relief plan fails to help market
The Dow and the Nasdaq lost 4 percent this week. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street ended a painful week
Submit information on services for Lent
Submit information on services for Lent The Vindicator’s Religion page will run a listing of area
In 1973, Holmes was arrested after shooting at trucks and a patrol helicopter in Goshen Township,
In 1973, Holmes was arrested after shooting at trucks and a patrol helicopter in Goshen Township,
Anglers tolerate the cold for steelheads
The low temperature cuts down on the time spent fishing. SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario — Both of us
Shedding light on U.S. abortions
Black women account for 35 percent of abortions. NEW YORK (AP) — In American pop culture, the face
NOW Creations has soul purpose
A spiritual partnership led to the formation of the not-for-profit company. YOUNGSTOWN —
N.J. provides best place to grow sod
New Jersey turf is in demand at sports fields because it drains well. NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The
Naples scholarship deadline is March 31
HUBBARD — March 31 is the deadline for high school seniors and college students from Trumbull,
Suit targets firm blamed for scarcity of tickets for Hannah Montana
The online ticket buyer helped scalpers and hurt fans, the lawsuit contends. PITTSBURGH — A
Community groups | What they do
Congregation Rodef Sholom and the North Side Interfaith Partnership focused on the theme “Bringing
NFL - News and notes
Ravens: John Harbaugh was hired as head coach of the Ravens, who hope their second choice proves to
Youngstown Diocese accepts anonymous reports of abuse
YOUNGSTOWN — Monsignor John Zuraw of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown said the diocese accepts
St. Paris Graham nabs Top Gun lead
Fitch is in second in the wrestling event that concludes today at Alliance High. ALLIANCE
Decadence endures 35 years after Roe
Opinion: Thirty-five years after the Supreme Court unilaterally struck down state laws restricting abortion,
It’s up to ‘Felicia’ to choose better boyfriends
Dear Annie: My daughter, “Felicia,” is extremely bright, beautiful and has a wonderful heart.
Police searching for Austintown girl, 17
Police searching for Austintown girl, 17 AUSTIN-TOWN — Police are searching for a 17-year-old girl
Diana Pawlen, Ryan Wolf set wedding date
X YOUNGSTOWN — Mrs. Beverly Chick, 7827 Huntington Circle, announces the engagement of her daughter,
Holmes dies
Holmes dies Ernie Holmes, who won two Super Bowls as an anchor of Pittsburgh’s famed “Steel
Coughlin revives career
Packers coach Mike McCarthy has also been an unexpected success. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Tom
Police investigate murder-suicide in Pa.
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — State police are investigating a murder-suicide in a small Butler County borough.
Ex-deputy gives details about job with task force
The former deputy sheriff said he was promised a promotion. YOUNGSTOWN — Then-Mahoning County
Tigers remain perfect in TAC
Newton Falls scored all 13 points in overtime to beat Lakeview, 54-41. CORTLAND — The Newton
Crowd packs Powers for symphony's MLK tribute
View a video montage of some of the moments that shaped not only Dr. King's life, but America's, during .
Plan for tolls on I-80 likely to go by the roadside
House Democrats plan a study of potential turnpike lease. HARRISBURG (AP) — The law that
Chess genius Bobby Fischer dies
He was the first world champion born in the United States. REYKJAVIK, Iceland (AP) — “Chess,”
Pirates pitcher Maholm made debut at Eastwood
New manager J.R. Russell and players Steve Pearce and Nate McLouth also appeared at the Butler.
Carbon monoxide kills hotel guest
Several people were taken to hospitals for treatment. ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A construction canopy
Gunman takes deposit bag, woman’s car
AUSTINTOWN — Police were searching Friday night for a gunman who took a night deposit bag and a car
Best lives up to his name for EP
The senior guard helped the Bulldogs pull away from Springfield. NEW MIDDLE-TOWN — Wes was
Society helps people develop spiritual side
Founder Vince Lisi uses study groups, yoga and meditation as ways to enlightenment. YOUNGSTOWN
Making choice today to follow God is eternal decision
The beginning of the year is a time for many of us to make New Year’s resolutions and commitments.