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Man indicted after pursuit in stolen car
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted a South Side man, who was arrested last
Judge sentences man a third time for 2001 crimes
Judge sentences man a third time for 2001 crimes YOUNGSTOWN — Brandon Moore appeared a third time
Guns, ammo seized at North Jackson residence
NORTH JACKSON — Federal and local law enforcement officers seized 72 firearms, ammunition, gun parts
Raid leads to discovery of drugs
YOUNGSTOWN — The raid of a Dorothy Avenue home Wednesday led to 10.5 grams of crack-cocaine and 15
Chaney girl arrested after conflict with officer
YOUNGSTOWN — A 15-year-old Chaney High School student was arrested following a confrontation with a
Chevy Centre shows slight first-quarter profit
Chevy Centre shows slight first-quarter profit YOUNGSTOWN — Under interim management and with
Eagles to give donation Friday to YFD
Eagles to give donation Friday to YFD YOUNGSTOWN — The city fire department will purchase
Man accused in fatal arson held without bond
YOUNGSTOWN — The 18-year-old man accused of using an accelerant to start a house fire that killed
New YSU research center opens
New YSU research center opens YOUNGSTOWN — A new facility created to develop more fuel-efficient
Square dancers welcome
Square dancers welcome SHARON, Pa. — New and plus square dancers are invited to participate in a
Class extends to new level
Class extends to new level YOUNGSTOWN — There will be a second-level adult Italian class at Our
Retired police officers, firefighters seat officers
Retired policemen, firemen seat officers YOUNGSTOWN — The election and installation of officers
Youngstown woman charged with child endangering
Youngstown woman charged with child endangering YOUNGSTOWN — Police arrested a 21-year-old Cain
City schools respond to fire deaths
YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Wendy Webb, Youngstown school superintendent, said grief counselors have been
Struthers mayor keeps mum about ‘issues’ in BCI investigation
STRUTHERS — Mayor Terry P. Stocker revealed that the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s office, as well as
Alternative school involves court
The goals are to provide behavior modification, education and job training. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Exporting has big role in Valley, expert says
The chamber’s job creation efforts led to 756 new jobs last year. LIBERTY — Declining auto
Development in unsolved death arises
The family is suffering, the sister of a murder victim says. NILES — Authorities are being
‘UNTRACEABLE’
‘UNTRACEABLE’ Grade: C Director: Gregory Hoblit Running time: 1 hour, 38 minutes Rating: R
Cast shows energy in 'How She Move'
The film is Canada’s version of New York City life. “How She Move” is “Stomp the Yard” without
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Judge sentences young burglar to maximum term
A juvenile who participated in the burglary was detained only a couple of weeks, the victim said.
IBM cuts salaries of those eligible for overtime pay
Internal documents show many employees will lose money. BOSTON (AP) — Even as IBM Corp. reports
With cloning success comes some trouble
Opinion: If Dolly weren’t dead already, she’d be awfully proud today. She got a brand-new baby brother. Or
Today is Thursday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2008. There are 342 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2008. There are 342 days left in the year. On this date
Press having a love affair with McCain
Opinion: One of the curiosities of American politics is the media’s ongoing infatuation with John McCain. A
Local banks preparing for defaults
The lender increased funds set aside for bad loans by tenfold. YOUNGSTOWN — A struggling
Hillary’s true character exposed
Opinion: In the ’90s, Judicial Watch, an organization that seeks to hold Democrats and Republicans
Cheney to Congress: Extend spying law
The law, which authorizes eavesdropping on suspected terrorists, expires Feb. 1 WASHINGTON (AP) —
‘Untraceable’ is a tense thriller
Modern cyber-crime reaches new lows in this fright show. “Untraceable” surfs the zeitgeist
Morgan R. Susko, Joshua D. Shelton are engaged and planning wedding
X CORTLAND — The engagement of Morgan R. Susko and Joshua D. Shelton is being announced by parents
“We expect the Egyptians to solve the problem. Obviously we are worried about the
Opinion: “We expect the Egyptians to solve the problem. Obviously we are worried about the situation.” Arye
Bush’s stimulus plan deserves a B-minus
Opinion: One of the benefits of an extended presidential campaign is that it presents real-world tests for
June wedding set for Miss Mackey and Mr. Emery
X WARREN — Stephen and Leanna Mackey, 7669 Raglan Drive, announce the engagement of their daughter,
Wedding planned by Miss Bassi and Mr. Sonnenlitter
X Luciana Bassi, 12710 N. Palmyra Road, North Jackson, and Gerald Glen Sonnenlitter, 33703 Lake
Mahoning County Marriage Licenses Thursday
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Rodney N. Seabrook, 29, of 1675 W. Western Reserve Road,
Milk of magnesia clears up one reader’s flaky face, scalp
Q. My face looked like a dry, glazed doughnut for eight years, until I read your column about using
Tongue stuck to pole
Tongue stuck to pole PERRY — Township Police Chief Raymond Stone received a report about 7:56 a.m.
Foundation gives $134,246 to fund various projects
Kent State Salem plans to renovate an underused gymnasium. SALEM — The Salem Community Foundation
Met draws big crowds to opera house movie screens
‘Romeo and Juliet’ was No. 11 in North American movie box-office receipts recently. NEW YORK —
Sen. McCain is not right for the Right
Opinion: NEW YORK — There is plenty to admire about Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. His torturous Vietnam
CHILD VICTIMS: From left, Raneija Crawford, 8; Jeannine Crawford, 5; Brandon Crawford, 2; and
CHILD VICTIMS: From left, Raneija Crawford, 8; Jeannine Crawford, 5; Brandon Crawford, 2; and
‘Little Tennis’ series hopes to attract kids
Carla Sorg is doing her part to help combat what is perceived as a downward trend in the sport.
Finishing one game shy of Super Bowl is motivation
When New England lost to Indianapolis in last year’s AFC title game, it hurt. FOXBOROUGH, Mass.
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s other games
MEN Hiram 84, Allegheny 79 HIRAM — Mike McDevitt (Lisbon) scored 17 points and had eight
NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday’s game
Maple Leafs 3, Capitals 2 TORONTO — Mats Sundin scored with 29.2 seconds left to give Toronto the
Teresa Earnhardt steps into view
The DEI CEO mingled with her employees — and the media. MOORESVILLE, N.C. (AP) — High above the
Vote fails to override veto of insurance bill
The program serves poor families that don’t qualify for Medicaid. WASHINGTON (AP) — For the
4-30-1 regular with mainbar
r YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Wendy Webb, Youngstown school superintendent, said grief counselors have
Sharapova reaches women’s final again
She’ll bid for her third Grand Slam singles title Saturday. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Maria
Winslow has people talking
The group is trying to be ‘fresh and new.’ When a Kent-based group of young musicians first
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Jan. 17 Theft: Police arrested a 34-year-old
NBA ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s other games
Hornets 96, Trail Blazers 81 NEW ORLEANS — Jannero Pargo scored a season-high 24 points in 24
Grove City’s win over Thiel is third straight
The Wolverines have cut down on turnovers and they’re finding the open player. GREENVILLE —
Obama, Clinton camps seeking investigation
Each side wants an inquiry into the other side’s caucus tactics. WASHINGTON (AP) — The campaigns
Miss Muslovski to be bride of Mr. Studzinski
X The engagement of Ashley Maloy Muslovski of Campbell and Steve Studzinski of Poland is being
FATAL FIRES
FATAL FIRES Multiple deaths Some of the fires in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys since the
Fan says live broadcasts of opera at Tinseltown are offering excitement
Elliot Legow is an opera afficionado who often travels to feed his passion. The Liberty resident and
Youth Theatre to start winter classes Feb. 2
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre’s winter classes will be held Saturdays from
‘HOW SHE MOVE’
‘HOW SHE MOVE’ Grade: D Director: Ian Iqbal Rashid Running time: 1 hour, 31 minutes Rating:
“Truth has no special time of its own. Its hour is now — always.”
“Truth has no special time of its own. Its hour is now — always.” Albert Schweitzer German-
Man shoots colleague while trying to save him
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — A man rescued his colleague from the jaws of a crocodile in northern
‘Saltimbanco’: Joy and light
The Cirque du Soleil arena show was designed to give hope to all children, a director says.
SALES TAX Collections
Here are county and transit authority permissive sales and use tax collections. Trumbull County
Hints on bending, lifting protect your back
Dear Heloise: How many times have you lifted something and strained your back? Well, there is a
Grove City rolls past Thiel 72-54
The Wolverines remain on top of the Presidents’ Athletic Conference standings. GREENVILLE —
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead.” Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W.
Busta Rhymes sentenced
NEW YORK — A Manhattan judge sentenced Busta Rhymes to three years’ probation and 10 days of
Study: Too many adults skip vaccines
The vaccine for whooping cough starts wearing off by adolescence. WASHINGTON (AP) — Vaccines
Date is chosen for Anagnostou, Yeropoli wedding
X WARREN — A May wedding is planned by Dr. Sevasti Anagnostou, 1264 Culpepper Drive, Akron, and Dr.
Toyota ties GM in 2007 sales totals
GM has been the world’s largest automaker since 1931. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. has lost
Soulja Boy rides wave of fame and doesn’t take it for granted
Hard work got him where he is, the 17-year-old says. Do it yourself. That’s the pervasive
‘SALTIMBANCO’ IN CLEVELAND: Cirque du Soleil’s “Saltimbanco” will come
‘SALTIMBANCO’ IN CLEVELAND: Cirque du Soleil’s “Saltimbanco” will come to Wolstein Center in
“The Leopards Take Manhattan” (7:15 p.m., HBO): The Leopards, a youth percussion band
“The Leopards Take Manhattan” (7:15 p.m., HBO): The Leopards, a youth percussion band based in
CITY RANKINGS
CITY RANKINGS By income Rankings by per-capita income when adjusted for cost of living: TOP
Selig should have been out
Selig should have been out Kansas City Star : Baseball owners have snubbed millions of fans by
CHARGED: Michael Davis, 18, of 817 Bennington Ave., is charged with six counts of aggravated murder
CHARGED: Michael Davis, 18, of 817 Bennington Ave., is charged with six counts of aggravated murder
Ledger investigation
Ledger investigation NEW YORK — A rolled-up $20 bill was found near Heath Ledger’s body, though no
Separation leads to risky relationship
Dear Annie: My husband and I are separated and he moved in with his girlfriend six weeks ago. A
Maker of cycle trailers set to grow
The trailer makers moved to Warren because vendors are within a 25-mile radius. WARREN — Loran
Retired policemen, firemen seat officers
Retired policemen, firemen seat officers YOUNGSTOWN — The election and installation of officers
3 plead in Nov. Liberty heist
The couple left with their cat and dog, and paid their rent. CLEVELAND — There’s been much
Grief counselors will help pupils cope with deaths
YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Wendy Webb, Youngstown school superintendent, said grief counselors have been
CHAMBER PLAN
CHAMBER PLAN Progress A look at the first four years of the Regional Chamber’s five-year Pride
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Christian M. Stella, 31, of Hermitage, a woman killed in a two-vehicle accident
Motion seeks removal of Aey from ballot
The court could decide on the candidate’s eligibility by early February. YOUNGSTOWN — David P.
English visits Afghanistan
English visits Afghanistan WASHINGTON — To get a direct look at U.S. military operations in
Afghan student, teacher deaths rise
The Taliban is waging a campaign to recruit teenage boys, the education minister said. KABUL,
House leaders report progress on plan for economic stimulus
Agreement on flexibility over giving relief to poor families with children helped move the talks
NE Ohio fares well in study of economy
When adjusted for cost of living, local income statistics aren’t so bad. The Mahoning Valley
Jury finds in favor of company in drowning
A prior settlement may have made the jury’s verdict easier, a lawyer says. WARREN — It took
Mercer Co. seeks Human Services chief
MERCER, Pa. — Mary Ann Daniels, appointed in November to the newly created position of Mercer County
Suspects in court in $7M Liberty heist
Suspects in court in $7M Liberty heist k ROGER LEE DILLON and his girlfriend, accused of stealing
Appeals court hears school case
A hearing is expected for late spring or summer on the case. YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District
Strickland calls on agencies to reduce spending
Economists forecast a $733 million deficit if the economy grows slowly. COLUMBUS (AP) — The state
7-mile hole blasted through wall
Palestinians descended on the Egyptian side of Rafah and stocked up on goods. RAFAH, Gaza Strip
Wall Street pulls off stunning comeback
The Dow gains nearly 300 points in reaction to interest rate cut. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street
Warren area loses power for brief time
WARREN — An Ohio Edison capacitor bank in the vicinity of Wal-Mart and Wendy’s Restaurant on Elm
Renovate J&FS building, Center trustee urges
The elections board said it needed more space. LISBON — The debate is continuing over what to
Ex-brass: Leader should quit
The officers’ tough stance is an embarrassment to the Pakistani president. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan
PREDICTIONS Ohio’s economy
The current two-year state budget predicted a $56 million surplus at the end of June 2009, based on
Economy, taxes dominate Republican race in Florida
The Florida contest is a three-way race, with Giuliani, Romney and McCain competing. NAPLES,
Truck hijackings threaten rations in Darfur, agency says
The U.N. took over peacekeeping in the Sudan region three weeks ago. KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — A
Motion seeks removal of Aey from ballot
YOUNGSTOWN — David P. Aey says he’s proved he has the qualifications to be Mahoning County sheriff,
Mix of revenue sources proposed to fund schools
A constitutional amendment would have to be approved by voters. COLUMBUS — Ohio’s schools
Ohio shortchanges gifted pupils
CLEVELAND (AP) — Fourth-grader Alex Paul sometimes gets bored in class except when he spends one day
At least 17 Iraqis killed, more than 130 hurt in blast
BAGHDAD (AP) — A thunderous blast tore through a vacant apartment building in northern Iraq on
MORE INSIDE
MORE INSIDE Page A8 Additional photos from the crime scene at 1645 Stewart Ave. A statement
SteelHounds deal to get Genovy, Main
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown SteelHounds front office was busy Wednesday, acquiring two players and
Looking for a high school event to take in over the next week? Here’s a few suggestions:
Looking for a high school event to take in over the next week? Here’s a few suggestions: WRESTLING
Bartus named player of week
BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Phantoms goaltender Garrett Bartus was named player of the week in the
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES AREA
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES AREA East Liverpool 54, Campbell 41 Canfield 51, Howland 47
Narrow loss on Dec. 29 gave Giants shot of confidence
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Losing the final game of the regular season may have been the stepping
BOYS TEAM OFFENSE
BOYS TEAM OFFENSE TeamRec.Avg. Poland13-089.1 Columbiana13-175.8 Warren Harding11-175.0
Irish wrestling resurrected
Just how far Ursuline’s program has come so far will be measured this weekend. Just in case no
YSU BASKETBALL \ Today’s game
YSU MEN (7-11, 3-5) vs. UW-MILWAUKEE (10-8, 5-3) When: 8 p.m. Where: U.S. Cellular Arena,
Yankees No. 1 in payroll in 2007
In all, teams spent $2.71 billion on players last year, up from $2.49 billion in 2006 and $2.35B in
Purdue streaks to fourth straight win
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Robbie Hummel had 15 points, 11 rebounds and five assists and Purdue defeated
Indians, Betancourt reach agreement
The Cleveland reliever will be with the team for three more years. CLEVELAND (AP) — Rafael
Canfield slips past Howland
The Cardinals rallied in the final quarter for a 51-47 victory. HOWLAND — For three quarters
Salem topples Struthers in 37-26 MAC win
There were only 20 baskets in the game, but the Quakers had 11 of them. STRUTHERS — A Metro
ON THE AIR
ON THE AIR TODAY 7:30 p.m. (WPIC-AM 790) Girls basketball: Sharpsville at Kennedy Catholic.
Kent State surges past Akron, 75-69
The Golden Flashes trailed the Zips by 10 points at halftime. KENT — Mike Scott and Chris
Top-ranked Memphis gets 56-41 win over pesky Tulsa
No. 2 Kansas cruised to an easy 83-59 win over Iowa State. TULSA, Okla. — Chris Douglas-Roberts
Cavs near perfect in rout of Washington
Zydrunas Ilgauskas was, hitting 10-of-10 shots in the 121-85 rout. CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James
Jobs takes $1 salary, but gained more stocks
NATION Jobs takes $1 salary, but gained more stocks SAN FRANCISCO — Apple Inc. Chief Executive
Trimming Delphi bonuses was the right thing to do
Editorial: Trimming Delphi bonuses was the right thing to do At least one New York bankruptcy judge gets it.
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