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Trumbull problems delayed results to 10 a.m.
The complete results were released at 10 a.m.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY • Benjamin Firestone American Legion Post 290 in Columbiana, serves food from 11 a.m. to 9
Windows shot out at Concord Steel in Warren
WARREN — About 40 windows were shot out at Concord Steel, 1451 Buena Vista Ave., N.E., a manager at
Military brides can get free wedding gowns at Warren shop
WARREN —Evaline’s Bridal, 211 E. Market St., is celebrating Veterans Day by giving away, on a first-
No postponement of murder trial for Terrance Tate
YOUNGSTOWN — Judge R. Scott Krichbaum has rejected a defense request for a 30-day postponement of
Four women in Warren jailed for prostitution
WARREN — The four women charged with soliciting for prostitution during a sting operation in the
Copper thefts at Ohio Edison substations
YOUNGSTOWN — Copper thefts occurred at two Ohio Edison substations. At 2690 Canfield Road on the
Home Savings loses $38.6 million in third quarter
YOUNGSTOWN — The parent company of Home Savings and Loan Co. lost $38.6 million in the third quarter
Violence prevention event set at YWCA of Warren
WARREN — The Boys and Girls Club of Youngstown is joining forces with the YWCA of Warren to
Boardman will see 10 new patrol officers
BOARDMAN — Voters showed up in a big way for the township’s safety services. Approved with 62.8
Woman charged after car crash spree on West Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A North Brockway Avenue woman who police said drove through a fence and into a building
Boardman voters overwhelmingly support levies
BOARDMAN— Voters showed up in a big way for the township’s safety services.
Vindy.com News Podcast for November 5, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, November 5, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Ohio voter turnout not as high as projected
COLUMBUS (AP) — Voter turnout in Ohio appears likely to fall significantly short of the pre-election
On 4th try, Youngstown school levy passes
Despite the approval, Youngstown school officials say there are more cuts coming. In Niles, voters
Boardman to recall firefighters, hire cops
Boardman must continue to hold costs, officials said. BOARDMAN — Township officials said they
Playoff changes come as no shock
YSU AD Ron Strollo said there are plans to expand the FCS playoffs to include 24 teams.
FCC investigates pricing policies of cable, Verizon
Regulators say cable customers are paying more for less. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Federal
Ohio rejects casino, OKs lending limit
Voters passed Issues 1, 2, 3 and 5 and defeated Issue 6. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio voters on Tuesday
Bad-bye: Buckeyes botch open dates under Tressel
They are 1-4 following bye weeks, with the lone win coming against Kent State. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Struthers replaces chief of schools
Robert Rostan received a three-year contract at $89,500 a year. STRUTHERS — Robert Rostan,
YSU football
YSU football Players of the week Hill, Barth & King Offensive Player: Brandon Summers(6-0, 210,
YSU women lackluster in exhibition
New coach Cindy Martin had a rough debut as the Penguins lost to Ashland, 79-70, at Beeghly Center.
Seniors facing home finale
Sixteen Penguins will make their final appearance at Stambaugh Stadium. YOUNGSTOWN — This is
Obama supporters whoop it up on historic night
CLEVELAND (AP) — Keshia Johnson was stirring the big pot of “Obama baked-bean chili” simmering on
Grand jury to review charge in shooting
Family members of the victims want the shooter convicted and imprisoned. WARREN — The case
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Giezi Cruz, 18, of 147 Byron St., Youngstown, and Maria J.
Inspired by mom’s recipes
With Thanksgiving coming up, a lot of friends and families are getting together. And there are
nfl roundup \ News and notes
NFL Network: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell defended the league’s policies for airing games on the
McCain was right, the economy is sound
Opinion: The truest thing that Sen. John McCain said during this election campaign is what got him into the
2 houses hit by bullets in drive-by shooting
2 houses hit by bullets in drive-by shooting YOUNGSTOWN — Shots fired from a car hit two houses in
Ohio House up for grabs
Democrats focused their campaigns on what they say they have done with the governor. COLUMBUS (AP)
Seasoning mix allows you to cut back on salt
Dear Heloise: I lost the recipe for seasoning salt. Can you please tell me the mixture/ratio for
Serve specialty beers when seasons change
PITTSBURGH — Shorter days. Cooler nights. And more — lots more — beers to pick from. The advent of
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 5, the 310th day of 2008. There are 56 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 5, the 310th day of 2008. There are 56 days left in the year. On this date
Seth MacFarlane is one wealthy ‘Family Guy’
‘Family Guy’ is more popular than ‘The Simpsons.’ BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Talk about
AT&T to try limits on monthly Internet traffic
Five percent of AT&T’s subscribers use 50 percent of its Internet capacity. NEW YORK (AP) — AT&T
Trouble with tirades: Pelini trying to cool it
The Nebraska coach has garnered attention for his volatile sideline demeanor. LINCOLN, Neb. (AP)
Ike was a believer in sharing the wealth
Opinion: Nearly 50 years ago, a famous American gave a speech that advocated spreading the wealth. In some
Judge rejects Aey’s last-minute bid
He said he’d already rejected a claim made by Aey. YOUNGSTOWN — A federal judge rejected a
margin narrowed
margin narrowed Youngstown city schools The gap between those who supported and those who
YSU SCHEDULES
YSU SCHEDULES Olympic Sports Friday: Volleyball at Green Bay 8 p.m.; Swimming and diving home to
Court tackles ‘fleeting’ expletives on TV
The justices worked hard at not repeating the expletives. WASHINGTON — It’s not every day that a
Petraeus assesses Afghan situation
A Pakistani leader warned that the next U.S. president must halt attacks. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP)
California mother gets 15 years to life for role in gang death
Prosecutors say she may have sought revenge for an attack on her son. LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — A
Penn State’s Paterno passes on BCS championship talk
Quarterback Daryll Clark is expected to play against Iowa this weekend. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) —
The marijuana reform movement won two prized victories Tuesday
summary xxx xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx The marijuana reform movement won two prized victories Tuesday, with
Being president won’t be easy Obama has to contend with economy, 2 wars, Congress
Obama will have the advantage of solid Democratic majorities in both houses of Congress.
Volunteer award goes to MS patient
Wiley-Mitchell was diagnosed with MS at age 35. YOUNGSTOWN — Dawn Wiley-Mitchell, 2008
Parents find meth in kids’ Halloween bag
RAMSEY, Minn. (AP) — When their children returned from Halloween trick-or-treating, a couple found
Republicans lose at least four seats in Senate
If Chambliss can hold on in Georgia, Democrats would have a difficult path to winning a filibuster-
Tigger sketch fetches $50K at auction
Tigger sketch fetches $50K at auction LONDON — Tiggers might not like honey but collectors
Killer sent to prison for life
The victim’s father says he will never forgive her husband, the killer. WARREN — A man who
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Heart Burn (Vickers)4.803.202.60 Crazy Wynn (Quinones)3.403.00
Israel launches strike on Gaza, killing six
Israel launches strike on Gaza, killing six GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — Israel launched an airstrike
Suicide rate among teens rising
A warning by the FD on antidepressants has some doctors down. Teen suicides have risen
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Sluggers — offers an indoor league for ages 7-12. Call (330) 549-6150. BB Rooners —
SHOULDERING THE LOAD
Quinn gets first start as Browns try to get on track Coach Romeo Crennel cited Anderson’s
Officials advise flu shot for 6 mos. and up
The very young and older people are particularly vulnerable to getting the flu. YOUNGSTOWN —
Democrat Cordray wins AG post
Two incumbent Supreme Court justices won re-election Tuesday. COLUMBUS — Democrat Richard
Nutcracker event fits the holidays to a tea
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis TEA FOR TWO — AND YOU: The Strock Stone House in Austintown will
Next president will be tested
Opinion: Of course Joe Biden is right — there will be an early international crisis to test the new
Election hopes boost Wall Street
The Dow jumped 300 points, raising hopes for a year-end rally. WASHINGTON (AP) — The financial
PREVENTING THE FLU What to do
The main way that illnesses like colds and flu are spread is from person to person in respiratory
Sales, earnings down for RTI
RTI is delaying the construction of plants in Mississippi and Virginia. The weakening economy
MAKING WAVES
Penguins’ swim team has high hopes for season Thirteen swimmers return from last year’s team,
China-Taiwan ties key to East Asia stability
Opinion: DANSHUI, Taiwan — In the distance lies China, the regional behemoth that has risen to global
Autumn oatmeal seems perfect as temps drop
The poster child for a healthy breakfast? Gotta be a bowl of oatmeal. Research has shown that
“America’s Next Top Model” (8 p.m., The CW): A high-decibel screamfest is always a
“America’s Next Top Model” (8 p.m., The CW): A high-decibel screamfest is always a welcome
Ben questionable, Leftwich on deck
Roethlisberger re-injured his right shoulder but the team did not release MRI results. PITTSBURGH
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Oct. 29 Theft: A Boardman woman reported the
Chill and chili meet in the fall
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. — The secret to great chili is often not disclosed by its cook. Whether it’s
Blood trail leads to sausage
KUETTIGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Swiss police can be excused for fearing the worst. Acting on emergency
Savoring flavors with friends
Pumpkin finds match in applesauce Today’s seasonal cookie recipe will treat both your taste
Televised Golf
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: “Inside the PGA Tour.” 12:30 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College football: “Penn
City signs gas deal
City signs gas deal YOUNGSTOWN — The city has signed a one-year gas aggregation deal with IGS
“She’s gone home. And she died peacefully in her sleep with my sister at her side. And
Opinion: “She’s gone home. And she died peacefully in her sleep with my sister at her side. And so there is
A remarkable campaign
Opinion: By the time you read this column, there’s a good chance that you’ll be already beginning to think
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning Soil & Water Conservation District board, 5:30 p.m., 850 Industrial
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Chicago 27, Detroit 23 Minnesota 28, Houston 21 Tennessee 19, Green Bay 16, OT
Callie-Erica relationship to end on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’
LOS ANGELES — Callie and Erica’s burgeoning romance on “Grey’s Anatomy” is coming to an abrupt end,
INFLUENZA | Fact or fiction
Flu is a serious, highly infectious disease caused by viruses that infect the respiratory tract. It
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS | The types
MS affects some 912 people in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties, 18,000 in Ohio and 400,000
DNA helps police make arrest in home invasion
A DNA match was made from a cigarette butt left at the crime scene. YOUNGSTOWN — A DNA match is
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xA Q 8 5 uA Q 8 6 4 3 2 vVoid w8 7 WEST EAST
nhl roundup Tuesday’s games
Islanders 2, Rangers 1 NEW YORK — Nate Thompson scored a short-handed goal to break a scoreless
NBA roundup Tuesday’s game
Suns 114, Nets 86 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Raja Bell hit all six of his 3-pointers and scored 22
East Palestine board OKs teachers contract
EAST PALESTINE — The city school board has approved a two-year contract ratified by teachers last
Seattle’s ‘Tuba Man’ dies after beating
Seattle’s ’Tuba Man’ dies a week after robbery AP Photo NY113 SEATTLE (AP) — A beloved Seattle
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS (At Boardman Tennis Center) Green 7, Silver 3; White 9, Crimson 1; Red 51‚Ñ2,
Penguin Jamboree
Penguin Jamboree BOARDMAN — The 12th annual Penguin Club Jamboree will be held on Nov. 13 at The
Man shot during robbery dies
Three teenage boys face charges, the captain of detectives said. YOUNGSTOWN — A man shot inside
Niles man is critical after two-car crash
WEATHERSFIELD — William A. Walsh, 43, of Niles is in critical condition after a two-car accident on
Missouri elects a Dem as governor
Democrats picked up a governor’s seat Tuesday as voters in Missouri elected Attorney General Jay
Smooth voting in Ohio
There were very few, if any problems, reported in the Mahoning Valley. WARREN — Voting went
Dems end 40-year GOP rule in N.Y. Senate
Democrats took control of the New York Senate on Tuesday and with that all of state government, the
Bush to Obama: ‘What an awesome night for you ...’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush congratulated Barack Obama, whose dominant White House win was
INCUMBENTS SWEEP MAHONING Probate judge, prosecutor retain county hot seats
Re-elected Judge Belinky is exploring online filing in probate court. YOUNGSTOWN — Tuesday was
While strong support in Mahoning and Trumbull counties helped Democrat Barack Obama carry Ohio, an
While strong support in Mahoning and Trumbull counties helped Democrat Barack Obama carry Ohio, an
Thousands cheer first black president
CHICAGO (AP) — A triumphant Barack Obama vowed to be a president for all America, even those who voted against him, and asked for patience to address America’s problems of war and finance, which the called the greatest challenges of a lifetime.
Dem challenger defeats 14-year incumbent English
Fourteen-year incumbent Phil English conceded the race at about 11:30 p.m. SHARON, Pa. —
Area Congressional leaders
The three U.S. House members who represent the Mahoning Valley were easily re-elected while a state
Valley incumbents keep Statehouse seats
It’s a clean sweep for Dems as no Republicans won. YOUNGSTOWN — All of the incumbents were
Fianc e must tell the truth
Dear Annie: I am a widower and recently got engaged to “Dyann.” We are planning on getting married
Local news digest
XXXX YOUNGSTOWN — The city has signed a one-year gas aggregation deal with IGS Energy to provide a
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