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Three recruits added in early signing period for YSU

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State men’s basketball program has signed one recruit and the women’s


Mercer County budget vote moved to Dec. 18.

The fiscal director is meeting with department heads to trim requests.


Struthers residents get help, new trash law

Hartzell will work with high school students Saturday.


Capital improvements program to save MVSD big bucks

NILES — A revised capital improvements program will save the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District


Death sentence of Warren man upheld

WARREN — A federal appeals court has upheld the death sentence of a Warren man convicted of killing

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Plea in electrocution case

YOUNGSTOWN — The accomplice of a man who was electrocuted with 23,000 volts while trying to steal


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

today • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, kitchen is open to the public from


Capri Cafaro will lead Senate minority in January

COLUMBUS — Sen. Capri Cafaro, a Democrat from Liberty, was elected leader of the chamber’s


New fencing around Yo-Warren Muni Airport is complete

VIENNA — After six years and $4 million in federal money spent, the new fence surrounding the


Man dead in driveway was shot at least three times

YOUNGSTOWN — The man found shot to death early today on the South Side has been identified as 32-

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Entries needed for Columbiana Christmas parade

COLUMBIANA — The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce is still accepting float or marching entries


Reopening celebration set Saturday for Boardman fire station

BOARDMAN — The township fire department will have a reopening celebration from noon to 3 p.m.


Hearing Thursday for man accused of starving dogs to death

YOUNGSTOWN — The man accused of letting dogs starve to death at High Caliber K-9 is due in municipal


Black war heroes honored

Post 6488 and its ladies auxiliary paid tribute to the Harlem Hell Fighters. YOUNGSTOWN —

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Hockey team to debut at arena

The Phantoms are off to their best start in six seasons in the NAHL. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning


Schools looking to trim budget

Despite levy passage, Youngstown officials are planning more cuts. YOUNGSTOWN — Last week’s

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Superintendent scores ‘satisfactory’ for job

The evaluation prompted the board to issue three goals for the superintendent and treasurer.

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Downtown director takes new Valley job

The bottom line for Phil Kidd is serving Youngstown, and his new post will put him on the front line

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Thunder’s opener at home March 27

The Thunder will play three new opponents during their 2009 schedule in af2. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Obama draws 4 of 5 ‘Undecideds’

Even the lone John McCain supporter in the group said the candidate’s choice for vice president

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Alleging drug activity, city uses public-nuisance law to close bar

Meanwhile, people are stealing meat to get drug money, the police chief says. EAST LIVERPOOL —


Penn St. loss gives OSU hope

The Buckeyes are back in contention for a fourth consecutive Big Ten title. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Sluggers — offers an indoor league for ages 7-12. Call (330) 549-6150. BB Rooners —


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Thursday, Nov 13th. Week 11 NEW ENGLAND 3NY Jets Sunday, Nov


Let’s not overdo it with intellectuals

Opinion: Among the many wonders to be expected from an Obama administration, if Nicholas D. Kristof of the


Big Three resist bankruptcy action to avoid dire impact

An automaker bankruptcy would be devastating to the economy. WASHINGTON — Despite vows by top


Corporate sales reports impact stocks

Despite all the bad news, there were some signs of improvements. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street got


POPULAR PARTY BITES

Inspiration comes from many sources. Want to make a big impression at your holiday party this


Benefit for food bank

Benefit for food bank SALEM — The Hickory Rib, 377 S. Ellsworth Ave., and New Era Technology,


Kirtland coach LaVerde has his hands full

He has to prepare for Ursuline and take care of four children at home. KIRTLAND — Coach


Tribe’s Score dies; had 2 careers

After his pitching career was ruined by a line drive, he became a broadcaster. CLEVELAND (AP) —


Economy makes holiday jobs hard to come by

NEW YORK (AP) — The odds of landing a part-time job at department store operator Bealls Outlet


MOUNTAINEER RESults

MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Secret A (Nguyen)15.808.0010.80 Susan Jet (Oro)25.4023.00


Professor recovers mastodon bones

Matstodons became extinct about 10,000 years ago. ROSSBURG, Ohio (AP) — A minute’s walk from the


Alzheimer’s event

Alzheimer’s event YOUNGSTOWN — Holy Trinity Romanian Orthodox Church, 626 Wick Ave., will have a


Fifth-grade choir sings to honor military personnel

An American Flag was flown July 3-5 in Afghanistan especially for the school. AUSTINTOWN —

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Births for 2008-11-12

Area births


First things first, Mr. Obama

Opinion: The Washington Post asked experts in various fields to give a short take on what the priorities


Help sought with pension funds

Current pension rules would require companies to tie up large sums of needed cash. WASHINGTON (AP)


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT New Middletown Village Council approved a three-year contract for three, full-


Rock hall to honor Les Paul

A tribute concert will feature the electric guitar icon and other Rock Hall inductees. An


Pelosi appeals for limited aid to auto industry

GM announces more layoffs as debate continues on a bailout. WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy


Gas prices continue to drop with crude falling below $60

Stations in Kansas City, Mos., are charging $1.61; in Salem, Ohio, gas costs $1.84. HOUSTON —


Lane tops YSU award winners

The senior fullback from Hubbard had a career day against Indiana State. YOUNGSTOWN — After

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Valley veterans hail new memorial

Valley veterans hail new memorialSFlb Roger Ailes said the values of his upbringing in Warren

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Grandmother as surrogate gives birth to triplets

Each baby weighed less than 3 pounds at birth. CLEVELAND (AP) — Jaci Dalenberg decided that if she


Selected Stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .54, 18.62 .46 Avalon


LETS PLAY BASKETBALL

Senior Tiara Scott hopes to lead the Penguins The junior college transfer was the team’s second


Rep speaks at American Legion veterans dinner

Schools are required by law to devote time to Veterans Day. EAST LIVERPOOL — U.S. Rep.

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PORK SAUSAGE SPIEDINI

PORK SAUSAGE SPIEDINI These savory, Italian-style skewers make perfect nibbles for a party.


Correction

Editorial: The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services was not responsible for Samuel “Joe the Plumber”


Trouble with moving targets

Editorial: Trouble with moving targets While describing the challenge facing the government as it pursues a


HORIZON LEAGUE PREVIEW \ Women’s basketball

A look at the women’s basketball teams in the Horizon League: BUTLER Under the direction of


“It’s always a sad situation to not be able to communicate with it, but it lived beyond

Opinion: “It’s always a sad situation to not be able to communicate with it, but it lived beyond its


Springsteen lends support to food bank

Springsteen lends support to food bank HILLSIDE, N.J. — Bruce Springsteen wants to make sure one


Obama has a chance to restore U.S. image

Opinion: Soon after the election, I moderated a panel of journalists from Asia, the Middle East, and Latin


STICKY DATES WITH LEMON FETA AND WALNUTS

STICKY DATES WITH LEMON FETA AND WALNUTS The sweet and salty combination of dates and feta cheese


Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:

Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Oct. 31 Drug


Obama must have political courage

Opinion: The election of Barack Obama marks a historic moment, one in which all Americans can take pride. It


Low-fat Caesar retains flavor

Ordering a side salad can be a nourishing way to fill out a meal. But if you want to eat


Taylor Swift: Poised for stardom

The country singer, whose second album is out now, has translated well to mainstream MTV.


Enjoy poached pears

Enjoy poached pears While poached pears are a classic dessert, roasted pears double the pleasure.


INA GARTEN’S TOP 10 FLAVOR BOOSTERS

INA GARTEN’S TOP 10 FLAVOR BOOSTERS Salt meats and poultry as soon as you bring them home from the


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Home Savings and Loan Co. v. Heron’s Landing LLC et al, money.


SOLEMN CEREMONY: Terry Worrell of Niles, above, who served in Vietnam in 1968-69, reflects as he

SOLEMN CEREMONY: Terry Worrell of Niles, above, who served in Vietnam in 1968-69, reflects as he


The old order changeth

The old order changeth Scripps Howard News Service: We lead the world in a peaceful transfer of


NATION

NATION GM scaling down presence at LA show DETROIT — General Motors Corp. says it is scaling


FDIC chief: Mortgage aid plan falls short

WASHINGTON (AP) — A new joint government-industry effort to help struggling homeowners is


Weis: Notre Dame will rebound

The coach defended his program amid growing discontent from fans. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Amid


VINDICATOR BONUS DAY

VINDICATOR BONUS DAY Nov. 28 Sunday and weekend-only subscribers to The Vindicator will receive


Payday loan industry seeking new approach

CINCINNATI (AP) — The payday loan industry, which lost a ballot fight to overturn tough restrictions


Tasty sides can become highlights

“Food should be just as fun to make as it is to eat,” said Mary Katherine Hallewell, co-owner of the


Penguins beat Red Wings 7-6 in OT

DETROIT (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins might not miss Marian Hossa after all. Jordan Staal had a


hMINI CHICKEN TIKKA BURGERS WITH MINT CHUTNEY

hMINI CHICKEN TIKKA BURGERS WITH MINT CHUTNEY If you can’t find tikka paste (an Indian spice


if you go

if you go What: The 13th annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum American Music Masters


‘Contessa’ reveals secrets in time for holidays

November is the official start of The Cooking Season, when the stress of preparing for Thanksgiving


Canfield couple sues Wal-Mart

YOUNGSTOWN — A Canfield man who said he was seriously hurt when he hit his head and neck on a ladder


One win enough to alter Love’s perception

He won the final event of the season after bouncing back from an ankle injury. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.


East-West vulnerable. West deals.

East-West vulnerable. West deals. NORTH x8 3 uQ 9 7 5 4 v7 6 2 wA J 2 WEST EAST xA 9 4


Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, the 317th day of 2008. There are 49 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, the 317th day of 2008. There are 49 days left in the year. On this date


Awards ceremony recognizes nine habitual philanthropists

The chapter president was honored as Outstanding Mentor. BOARDMAN — Nine individuals, groups


Poll: U.S. is up on Obama

Many GOP respondents say the president-elect will work to revive the economy. WASHINGTON (AP) — In


Hard-throwing Lincecum wins Cy Young honor

He became just the second Giants’ pitcher to win the award. NEW YORK (AP) — Tim Lincecum was a big


Sending greetings to our troops

With the upcoming holidays comes the perfect opportunity to reach out across the many miles that


Wednesday's Best Bets on TV

“Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work” (8 p.m., PBS): What’s it like to be among the British royal


NASCAR critical of ABC’s switch

Brian France was irked by ABC’s bumping of the final laps of the race to ESPN2. Jimmie Johnson’s


Obese kids’ arteries raise concerns

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Obese children as young as 10 had the arteries of 45-year-olds and other heart


Thieves steal items from ailing teen

Thieves steal items from ailing teen BELLVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Authorities in northern Ohio are


Serve here, speaker says

Message: Help community LIBERTY — Sgt. Tommy Rie- man joined the Army right after high school

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mastodon At a glance

Facts and figures on the American mastodon: Mastodons were sturdy elephantlike animals that roamed


Agenda Thursday

Agenda Thursday Howland Township Park Commissioners, 5 p.m., 205 Niles-Cortland Road N.E.,


Bush, Obama honor nation’s veterans

NEW YORK (AP) — President Bush wistfully saluted the nation’s veterans Tuesday as he prepares to


NHL ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s other games

Canadiens 4, Senators 0 MONTREAL — Chris Higgins scored three goals and Carey Price got his first


NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s other games

Nuggets 88, Bobcats 80 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carmelo Anthony scored 18 of his 25 points in the second


Seeing Obama as emperor

Opinion: Seeing Obama as emperor EDITOR: I thought I’d feel some sense of anxiety about the outcome of


Study: Infection hits 1 in 100 hospitalized patients

CHICAGO — A nasty germ that wreaks havoc in people’s guts is infecting hospital patients at rates


Bad pass then bad cold for Clark

The Penn State quarterback from Ursuline has had a tough time the last few days. As cruel fate


area

area Inside Boxing AUSTINTOWN — A radio show, Inside Boxing (1240 AM), will be held at


Steelers’ Parker likely will play against Chargers

He will return to practice today, and coach Tomlin is optimistic he will play. PITTSBURGH (AP) —


Appeals court upholds ruling dismissing suit against Marc’s

YOUNGSTOWN — A magistrate and a judge were correct in dismissing a lawsuit by a woman who said she


GAME TIME

GAME TIME Phantoms vs. St. Louis Faceoff: 7:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Chevrolet Centre


AK Steel to idle plants

AK Steel to idle plants PITTSBURGH — AK Steel Holding Corp. said Tuesday it was temporarily


PENGUINS’ FINAL TUNEUP

YSU men rolled easily past Geneva in final exhibition The Penguins put five players in double

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Philanthropy

Philanthropy Award recipients The Association of Fundraising Professionals, Ohio, Mahoning-


Thursday’s Games

Thursday’s Games Denver 34, Cleveland 30 Sunday’s Games Miami 21, Seattle 19 N.Y. Jets 47,


Report: Taliban urge Obama to pull troops

NEW YORK (AP) — Taliban insurgents battling the U.S.-backed Afghan government urged President-elect


At least 2 die in car bomb attack

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — At least two people were killed and several injured Tuesday in a suicide car


Senator offers prevailing-wage plan

Senator offers prevailing-wage plan COLUMBUS (AP) — Republicans will offer developers clear rules


Ball State remains undefeated

OXFORD (AP) — For the first time in its history, Ball State is a perfect 10. Nate Davis threw for


Officials project 1.5 million to attend inauguration

That’s five times the number of people at each of President Bush’s inaugurals. WASHINGTON —


49ers’ Singletary upset about game ending call by officials

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Upon further review, 49ers coach Mike Singletary simply wishes the


Campbell driver charged after car chase

YOUNGSTOWN — A Campbell man whom police said led an officer on a car chase after the officer saw him


Police seek shooting suspect

WARREN — Police said they planned to secure an arrest warrant today for a man suspected in the


FISCAL FORECAST

FISCAL FORECAST Youngstown city schools The Youngstown City School District treasurer gave the


WARREN — Police said they planned to secure an arrest warrant today for a man suspected in the

WARREN — Police said they planned to secure an arrest warrant today for a man suspected in the


LeBron’s 41 points lead Cavs

James also matched his most playing time of 43 minutes against the Bucks. CLEVELAND — LeBron James


Police charge 911 caller in near-fatal shooting

WARREN — Police have arrested a 31-year-old Roosevelt Street Northwest man in the near-fatal

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Early payment saves Lawrence County $5,000

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — As Lawrence County gets ready for a lean 2009, it is saving $5,000 by paying its


Computer reveals flaw in character

Dear Annie: My 34-year-old nephew took his computer to a shop to be fixed. On the hard drive, the


This recipe for salmon balls bears repeating

Dear Heloise: You had a recipe for salmon balls in The Dallas Morning News some time ago. Is it


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