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Weathersfield trustees apply for street safety upgrade grant
MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township trustees will submit an application for a $180,000 grant for
Salem Council makes moves to tighten spending at beginning of ’09
SALEM — City council voted to at least temporarily tighten its belt into the start of 2009. That
Mold removal project begins Wednesday at Canfield Township Hall
CANFIELD— The process of removing mold from Township Hall, a building that is more than 100 years
Former top shoe salesman featured Weds. night on ‘CBS Evening News’
If the shoe fits, sell it. Larry Joltin, 65, lived by that very motto, which earned him accolades
New Middletown woman injured in Struthers fire
STRUTHERS— A New Middletown woman was taken to the hospital after suffering burns to 50 percent of
Hubbard Twp. police warn residents about man who tried to pick up teenage girl
HUBBARD — Hubbard Township police are warning residents of a suspicious man who attempted to pick up
Fallen soldier will have memorial service here
BOARDMAN — A memorial service for Chief Warrant Officer Don Clark, a 1989 graduate of Boardman High
Girard lawmaker proposes new water meters for $1.9M
GIRARD — Anyone receiving city water may soon be getting a new water meter and a small additional
Brookfield school board has community meeting Thursday
BROOKFIELD — Brookfield School Board members Kelly Bianco and Tim Filipovich are inviting members of
Girard native is Trooper of Year at Ravenna post
RAVENNA — Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper John L. Lamm has been selected 2008 Trooper of the Year
Habitat for Humanity benefit concert in New Wilmington canceled
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — The Westminster College Habitat for Humanity’s benefit concert featuring The
Road crews try to use expensive road salt wisely
SALEM — State, county and local officials are trying to deal with huge increases in the cost of road
New Struthers school superintendent has history there
STRUTHERS — Becoming Struthers Schools superintendent is like coming home for Robert A. Rostan. “I
Pa. man guilty of murdering son’s accused molester
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — A northwestern Pennsylvania man has been convicted of third-degree murder for
Midlothian BP station held up by gunman
YOUNGSTOWN — A man with a gun held up a cashier at the BP gas station, 2069 E. Midlothian Boulevard,
Calvary Cemetery headstones toppled
YOUNGSTOWN — The groundskeeper at Calvary Cemetery told police he found roughly 36 headstones
Boccieri names chief of staff
U.S. Rep-elect John Boccieri has hired Anthony Trevena, who’s worked for Ted Strickland in a various
Free Thanksgiving dinners: When and where
Churches and other area groups are offering free community Thanksgiving dinners before or on the
GM retirees worry about pensions, health care
Dennis Hamm is worried that a General Motors bankruptcy could strip away his pension and health care
Girard man indicted following explosion
WARREN — Donald F. Shelley, the Girard man accused of stealing scrap metal from a home on Washington
Officials propose raising Ohio Turnpike tolls
COLUMBUS — Officials want to raise tolls next fall on the Ohio Turnpike, but motorists can avoid
Snow blankets Pennsylvania
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Snow news is good news and bad news in western Pennsylvania. The National Weather
Snow slows traffic; caution advised
YOUNGSTOWN — It snowed overnight in the Mahoning Valley area. Roads are snow covered and slippery.
LAURA LANDOR/SCOTT INFANTE
LAURA LANDOR SCOTT INFANTE • WARREN — Laura Catherine Landor and Scott Michael Infante were united
CATHARINE RUDNICKI/MATTHEW RUDAWSKY
CATHARINE RUDNICKI MATTHEW RUDAWSKY • POLAND — After honeymooning on a Caribbean cruise, Matthew
REUNIONS | Alumni schedule events
• Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1945 will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 25 at
Cash dividends end for UCFC investors
Part of a share of stock will be issued for each share owned. YOUNGSTOWN — The parent company
Four special prosecutors assigned to Oakhill probe
The county prosecutor had requested the appointment last month. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County
He’s loving it: Ronald McDonald helps with local charity effort
The restaurants are raising money through Thursday to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Winter dance set for special-needs students
The evening of dining and dancing is for students only — parents aren’t invited. YOUNGSTOWN —
West Branch’s Swallow MVP pick in PAC
The Washington & Jefferson quarterback was joined by six teammates on the first team. WEXFORD, Pa.
Warren police probe rash of gun violence
Four shooting episodes were reported in 36 hours in a small area. WARREN — Police are
ODOT reminds motorists to use winter driving skills
About 1 to 2 inches of snow is expected today in the Mahoning Valley. With snow expected
Golf Dome’s owner: Let it snow
Bad weather means good business for Jim St. George. BOARDMAN — Working part-time at his full-
Plea deal accepted in 2006 arson case in New Castle
He pleaded guilty to one count of arson, with a recommended sentence of seven to 14 years. NEW
Browns pull out 29-27 win
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo’s Rian Lindell missed a 47-yard field goal with 38 seconds
Phantoms’ Erik Higby choice as league’s player-of-week winner
BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Phantoms forward Erik Higby, who scored the game-winning goal against the
Michigan’s Rodriguez encourages perspective
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Rich Rodriguez loves to win and hates to lose as much as anyone.
Layoffs, other cuts amount to $3.2M
Warren’s mayor said developing the budget plan was the most difficult time of his life.
Positive People a plus for church
The Positive People Group lives up to its name for a church damaged by vandals. YOUNGTOWN —
Testa, Petkovski propel Bethany past LaRoche
BETHANY, W. Va. — Joe Testa scored 21 points and Petre Petkovski added 20 points and 11 rebounds to
Kent State routs North Carolina Central
No. 6 Pittsburgh cruised past Miami; Xavier defeated Toledo. KENT — Al Fisher scored 15 points
Reputation as mean fits James Harrison
Despite not being drafted, the outside linebacker has made an impact, both in the league and with
Problems abound for sinking Cincy
The defense has been better but the offense has been bad. CINCINNATI (AP) — Thirty-eight seasons
Bettors moaning disputed call
A reversal of a disallowed touchdown for Pittsburgh came too late for bettors on Sunday’s game.
Pressbox Joe still leans toward return in 2009
Talks between the Penn State coach and school president Graham Spanier about his future are on hold.
Beware! Michigan still among living
Ohio State (9-2) is a heavy favorite, yet it can’t take the Wolverines (3-8) lightly. COLUMBUS
She prefers to separate school from personal life
Dear Annie: I’ve just begun a new graduate program with a very small class. My classmates like to
Donated clothing should be fit to wear
Dear Heloise: I was pleased to read your advice to clothing donors about not donating stained and
Business news digest
REGION Ryan: Lockout should end WARREN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, has asked Concord
Police chief candidates
Police chief candidates NORTH JACKSON — Jackson Township trustees will have a meeting to interview
Disaster unit founder emphasizes teamwork value
The team’s leader wants to put the public’s mind at ease. HOWLAND — The founder of the
MRDD approves service contracts
AUSTINTOWN — The Mahoning County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities extended
BY THE NUMBERS | Warren cuts
The following are staffing reductions contained in Mayor Michael O’Brien’s 2009 budget proposal:
2 YMCA branches offer Off School Program
2 YMCA branches offer Off School Program YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown YMCA Central branch
Miley Cyrus is victim of Internet death hoax
Miley Cyrus is victim of Internet death hoax NEW YORK — No need to grieve, tweens: Miley Cyrus is
Report: Hunger on rise in U.S.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Some 691,000 children went hungry in America sometime in 2007, and close to one in
Teachers union: We are open to merit pay
WASHINGTON (AP) — A teachers union said it is open to President-elect Barack Obama’s effort to tie
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Monday’s men’s games
No. 2 Connecticut 99, Hartford 56 HARTFORD, Conn. — Craig Austrie and freshman Kemba Walker scored
Complaints filed in American Standard strike
SALEM — Both workers and strikers at American Standard have filed complaints with law enforcement
Vampire tale seeks to take blockbuster bite
It’s not your typical teen soap. LOS ANGELES — Girl-meets-boy stories are not the usual stuff
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Monday’s women’s games
No. 16 Virginia 83, No. 5 Tennessee 82 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Monica Wright scored 35 points and
NHL ROUNDUP Monday’s games
Rangers 2, Senators 1, SO NEW YORK — Nikolai Zherdev scored the only goal in a shootout and Henrik
NBA ROUNDUP
NBA ROUNDUP Monday’s game Rockets 100, Thunder 89 OKLAHOMA CITY — Luis Scola scored 23 points,
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Texas Tech has never beaten Oklahoma on the road under Mike Leach.
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Texas Tech has never beaten Oklahoma on the road under Mike Leach. Another
CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A Columbiana homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of
North-South vulnerable. South deals.
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xQ 9 uA 9 5 4 vK 10 8 7 6 w10 4 WEST EAST
Prison board: Man who killed himself wasn’t seen as suicidal
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A man who hanged himself in the Lawrence County jail this weekend had given no
Jessica Nemcik to vie for Miss Ohio Teen USA
Jessica Nemcik to vie for Miss Ohio Teen USA BOARDMAN — Jessica Nemcik of Boardman will compete
Tech looks for its first victory in Oklahoma
ESPN-BCS deal bad news for playoff backers NEW YORK (AP) — The Bowl Championship Series is close
Tuesday's Best Bets on TV
“The IFC Media project” (8 p.m., IFC): Considering how many shows tell you how to dress, lose
Thursday’s Game
Thursday’s Game N.Y. Jets 34, New England 31, OT Sunday’s Games Denver 24, Atlanta 20 Miami
Don’t make a bigger mess
Philadelphia Inquirer: With all the gritty challenges bequeathed to President-elect Barack Obama — a
Working together beats labeling each other
Opinion: Working together beats labeling each other EDITOR: I find the pessimist’s letter of Nov. 10
Affeldt’s deal is first: two years $8M from S.F.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Jeremy Affeldt had considered looking for a job as a closer this offseason.
McNabb’s OT confusion baffles NFL observers
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Tie? What tie? Thanks to Donovan McNabb, players around the league now must
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Coitsville Township trustees, study session, 5:30; regular meeting, 6, town
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFFS PAIRINGS State semifinals DIVISION I
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFFS PAIRINGS State semifinals DIVISION I Saturday, 7 p.m. Cle. St. Ignatius
Union Twp. officials OK variances for hotel
This is the third hotel planned for Union Township near Pa. Route 60. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 18, the 323rd day of 2008. There are 43 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 18, the 323rd day of 2008. There are 43 days left in the year. On this date
Signs of weakness drop Dow 233 points
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street finished sharply lower Monday as investors pored over more signs of
Drugstore robber set free on strict probation
Violating probation means finishing the prison term, a judge warns. YOUNGSTOWN — A man who
If you go
if you go Who: Neil Sedaka When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Orr Auditorium, Westminster College,
The Lions, who are in the state semifinals for the first time, want to enjoy the moment, yet stay
The Lions, who are in the state semifinals for the first time, want to enjoy the moment, yet stay
Honda dedicates Indiana plant
Honda’s Ohio plant will scale back Civic production because of the new factory. GREENSBURG, Ind.
Commissioner passes on Senate seat
One county commissioner is out and another is leaning that way. YOUNGSTOWN — When it comes to
Two masked men rob store in Warren
WARREN — Police said two masked men robbed the Warren Food Mart on 949 W. Market St. on Monday
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas J. Mastramico, 27, of 4095 Lawson Ridge Road
Russia is first to test the new president
Opinion: WASHINGTON — If the new administration is thinking about relations with Russia, as it should be, a
CANFIELD CITY
CANFIELD CITY Nov. 8 Drug abuse: A 28-year-old Salem man was arrested on South Palmyra Road on
Hammer has hit NASCAR nation
The bottom might well be about to drop on Bill Davis Racing, owner of Dave Blaney’s No. 22 Toyota
M.V.Pujols: Cards’ slugger nabs honor
He edged Philadelphia’s Ryan Howard, who led his team to the World Series. NEW YORK (AP) — Albert
“It’s an interesting chess game right now. Sometimes Mother Nature puts us in check, and
Opinion: “It’s an interesting chess game right now. Sometimes Mother Nature puts us in check, and our job is
Bailout of Big 3 hits snag
Bailout of Big 3 hits snag There aren’t enough votes to pass the Senate Democrats’ bill, lobbyists
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Buccaneers: Earnest Graham injured his right ankle during a victory over the Vikings, and coach Jon
Mavs’ Cuban disputes insider trading charges
The Dallas owner is accused of using capitalizing on inside information. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal
Is the Mahoning Valley ready to grab public works dollars?
Editorial: The current national and global economic crises are forcing Congress and the White House to explore
YSU MEN’S BASKETBALL \ Today’s game
YSU (0-1) at MARYLAND (0-0) When: 8 p.m. Where: Comcast Center, College Park, Md. Radio: WKBN-AM
Aid prospects darken for desperate US carmakers
Aid prospects darken for desperate US carmakers Eds: UPDATES with information on House bill.
Wreath, poinsettia sales will benefit NOAS’ efforts
Special to The Vindicator FESTIVE ACCENTS: NOAS staff members Pam D’Amore, Maxine Brown and
Tunnel exhibits oppression
The goal is to raise awareness of the level of intolerance found in the world. YOUNGSTOWN —
Local Chrysler dealer to lobby in D.C.
An automaker’s bankruptcy could force its dealerships to close, dealers say. An Austintown car
Teacher placed on administrative leave after tip about involvement with student
COLUMBIANA — Schools Superintendent Ron Iarussi said Monday that an investigation is under way into
Iran says it now supports U.S.-Iraq deal
U.S. officials were skeptical of Iran’s supposed change of heart. BAGHDAD — Iran on Monday
Citigroup layoffs trump global plan
Investors are worried that governments will not respond adequately to a severe global downturn.
Austintown school board votes to put levy back on the ballot
The attempt earlier this month failed by more than 600 votes. AUSTINTOWN — The superintendent
GM to sell its full stake in Suzuki to raise cash
The automaker also delays dealer reimbursements to save cash. TOKYO (AP) — Cash-strapped General
EMERGENCY KIT
EMERGENCY KIT Representatives of the Mahoning County Red Cross and the Emergency Management Agency
Pirates hijack oil tanker
Pirates hijack oil tanker DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — In a dramatic escalation of high-seas
the group Meeting information
The Positive People Group is an organization dedicated to the unification of positive-minded
There are CEOs who are admirable
Opinion: In an age when “big business” and “corporate greed” seem to be synonymous in the public mind, some
Home for the Holidays
Why local gifts - Tied to a hometown, state or region - may be just the right touch
Home park ‘looks like a war zone’
CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES Nearly 500 homes in the park were destroyed by the inferno. LOS ANGELES
Kids Gift by the numbers
A gift for a toddler? Gifts for teens? Take a deep breath: You can do this.
Answering the bell
Tight times call for more compassion Although bell-ringers are already manning those familiar
Neil Sedaka goes back to his roots
Keeping up is hard to do with 69-year-old songwriting genius Neil Sedaka. He’s now churning out not
Obama, McCain vow to work together
Their joint statement afterward called for bipartisanship for change. CHICAGO (AP) — President-
U.S. rivals also feel money pinch
Opinion: By his own account, President-elect Obama’s first priority will be to face up to the economic crisis
Newly elected lawmakers get Hill orientation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Some 60 new faces, the freshman class of the next Congress, converged on the
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