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East Side man wounded in robbery at his home
YOUNGSTOWN — A 52-year-old Youngstown man is in stable condition tonight after being shot in the
Campbell moves ahead with cameras to catch speeders
CAMPBELL — City council took the final steps to set up a automated camera system to catch speeders.
Youngstown needs large budget cuts next year to avoid layoffs
YOUNGSTOWN —The city needs to cut at least $2 million to $3 million from its 2009 budget to avoid
FBI, local authorities continue search for robbers of Lordstown credit union
LORDSTOWN — The FBI, U.S. Marshal’s Service and local authorities continue their investigation into
Do you want to be Youngstown’s director of downtown special events?
YOUNGSTOWN — With Phil Kidd leaving next week as the city’s downtown director of special events and
Help Hotline is having a National Survivors of Suicide Day program
YOUNGSTOWN — Help Hotline Crisis Center is having a National Survivors of Suicide Day program at 6
Youngstown schools could be solvent by 2011
YOUNGSTOWN — Revenue from a new four-year tax levy coupled with a proposed $2.9 million in
Guilty plea in case of gun at ball game
AUSTINTOWN — A township man accused of pulling a handgun at a ball game pleaded guilty to one count
Was cop in shop shopping on city time?
WARREN — Police Chief John Mandopoulos has ordered an internal investigation to determine whether
Youngstown native’s inn is seen in ‘Twilight’ movie
Donn Simione never made it to Hollywood, but Hollywood has finally made it to him. The Youngstown
Warriors Inc. offers free computer classes
YOUNGSTOWN — Warriors Inc. is offering beginners computer classes every Tuesday until the end of the
The Christmas billboard ladies bring back their message
NILES — Friendship, faith and fortitude shared by five women add up to a powerful force. The
State commission scraps plan for building new Rayen School
YOUNGSTOWN — There will not be a brand-new Rayen School in the city of Youngstown. The Ohio School
New York man charged with sending underwear to 15-year-old
YOUNGSTOWN — A 57-year-old New York man has been charged in federal court with the transfer of
Canfield choir concert is Dec. 4
CANFIELD — The Canfield High School Choral Music Department will present its annual winter concert
Saturday concert postponed at Westminster College
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — The Westminster College Habitat for Humanity’s benefit concert featuring The
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
today • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, kitchen is open to the public from
Counties spread salt wisely
The recent snow became a test run for salt and grit mixtures. SALEM — State, county and local
Mother of Army pilot killed in Iraq: ‘No conflict was involved’
The Boardman native will have a full military funeral in Alabama and a memorial service in
New superintendent in Struthers
‘I hope to create a climate where teachers can do their best,’ said new Struthers schools
Council considers new water meters
The cost to customers would be an extra $5 a month. GIRARD — Anyone receiving city water may
Boccieri selects friend as chief staff member
The two ran for separate Ohio House seats in 2000. U.S. Rep.-elect John Boccieri has selected
High schoolers simulate running real businesses
Business Week gives teens ‘hands-on’ experience in running a company. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — The
YSU postpones tower makeover
The four YSU signs to be placed on the AT&T tower will be unveiled in the spring. YOUNGSTOWN
Witmer accepts Longwood offer
The South Range senior golfer accepted a full scholarship to the school. Last month, when
Browns finally catch a big break
Buffalo’s missed field goal in the final seconds prevented another blown defeat. BEREA (AP) —
Zips zap Winthrop
AKRON — Darryl Roberts posted 17 points to lead Akron to a 72-58 win over Winthrop on Tuesday night.
Decision time for Beanie: Wells eyes UM, then NFL?
The Ohio State running back — one of 11 children — will soon decide whether he wants to return for
WNEO analog signal goes permanently off the air
KENT — Western Reserve Public Media (formerly PBS-TV channels 45/49) is in the process of the
Not-so-Wild way of beating Pens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Not many teams can beat the Pittsburgh Penguins by putting the puck into the net
Hines Ward isn’t worried about Bengals’ revenge
The Steelers’ receiver says that Cincinnati knows where to find him. PITTSBURGH (AP) — If the
James says his career with Cavs not definite
LeBron James will become a free agent in two years, and do what is best for himself. EAST
Tie topic takes NFL players by surprise
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Turns out Donovan McNabb wasn’t the only NFL player who didn’t know a regular
Paterno not thinking of future
The 82-year-old Penn State coach is only concerned about Saturday’s game. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP)
Request from readers results in reprint of recipe
Dear Readers: It’s been more than a year since Heloise’s spaghetti-sauce recipe has been printed,
Retired couple are content with work-free lifestyle
Dear Annie: My sister and her husband have some habits that really turn me off when I visit. They
free turkey dinners When and where
Churches and other area groups are offering free community Thanksgiving dinners before or on the
Girard man indicted on four felony charges
Girard man indicted on four felony charges WARREN — Donald F. Shelley, the Girard man accused of
SALEM COUNCIL
SALEM COUNCIL Other action Here are other items from Tuesday’s council meeting: Patty Colian,
Township Hall treated for mold
CANFIELD — The process of removing mold from Township Hall, a building that is more than 100 years
Columbus routed by Edmonton Oilers, 7-2
COLUMBUS (AP) — Shawn Horcoff had a goal and two assists to lead seven multiple-point scorers, and
GM plight fuels angst for retirees
Retirees remain optimistic despite concerns, and one analyst says GM will file for bankruptcy
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFFS PAIRINGS State semifinals DIVISION I
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFFS PAIRINGS State semifinals DIVISION I Saturday, 7 p.m. Cle. St. Ignatius
40 Under 40 Honorees
The Mahoning Valley Professional 20/30 Club and The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley have
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Sluggers — has tryouts for the 14-15 Babe Ruth team on Sundays. Call (330) 720-4938. BB
School board offers last early-retirement incentive
The school board hopes the plan will reduce payroll costs for the district. McDONALD —The
Convicted robber could serve 9- to 18-year term
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A city man has been convicted in a robbery and high-speed chase that took place on
Cemetery vandalized
Cemetery vandalized YOUNGSTOWN — The grounds superintendent at Calvary Cemetery told police he
Probate sets goal to preserve records
Original records have intrinsic value, a Valley archivist says. YOUNGSTOWN — The retention
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, executive session, 5:30 p.m.; public session, 6
Treasury’s revisions to bailout plan leave economists, markets jittery
WASHINGTON (AP) — Financial markets hate uncertainty, but that’s what they’re getting from
SCHEDULE YSU men’s basketball
Saturday — BUFFALO 70, YSU 62 Tuesday — at Maryland, College Park, late. Nov. 22 — ALLEGHENY, 7:35
YSU WOMEN \ Today’s game
YSU (0-1) vs. BUFFALO (0-2) When: 7:05 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV: WKBN-AM (570), MyYTV
Police warn of driver who tried to pick up girl
HUBBARD — Hubbard Township police are warning residents of a suspicious man who attempted to pick up
INDICTMENTS Trumbull County
A Trumbull County grand jury indicted the following people, who will be arraigned at 1:30 p.m.
NHL roundup \ Tuesday’s other games
Panthers 4, Lightning 3, SO TAMPA, Fla. — Bryan McCabe scored twice in regulation and Nathan
Even without Hansbrough, Tar Heels humble Kentucky
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Deon Thompson scored a career-high 20 points to help top-ranked North Carolina
Dempster decides against going free agency route, returns as Cub
CHICAGO (AP) — Ryan Dempster made the successful switch from closer to starter this season, winning
nba roundup Tuesday’s other games
Mavericks 100, Bobcats 83 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Dirk Nowitzki scored 32 points, Josh Howard added 21
YSU swimming and diving team invitational will begin on Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU swimming and diving team plays host to the YSU Invitational beginning Friday at
Panel to discuss impact of Obama’s candidacy
YOUNGSTOWN — What impact has Barack Obama’s run for the presidency had on the country? Youngstown
nfl roundup \ News and notes
Browns: Tight end Kellen Winslow will have an MRI on his right shoulder after injuring it in the
Isolating the president
Isolating the president Scripps Howard News Service: Inexorably, the cocoon that Barack Obama will
High court denies delay of execution
COLUMBUS (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an Ohio death row inmate’s request to delay his
Pa. regulation foils natural gas industry
DALLAS, Pa. (AP) — Executives of drilling companies exploring a huge untapped reserve of natural gas
TODAY
TODAY Noon (ESPN2) Women’s soccer: France vs. U.S. 12:30 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College football: “Penn
Retracing the steps to success
11Larry Joltin, 65, lived by that very motto, which earned him accolades beyond his wildest dreams.
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games N.Y. Jets 34, New England 31, OT Sunday’s Games Denver 24, Atlanta 20 Miami
Lawyer: Michael Jackson too sick to go to court
Lawyer: Michael Jackson too sick to go to court LONDON — Michael Jackson’s attorney said Tuesday
WHERE TO GET HELP
WHERE TO GET HELP Toll-free hot lines and Web sites offer answers to cooking and food-safety
North-South vulnerable. North deals.
North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA 10 6 5 uA Q 6 4 v10 8 wJ 10 5 WEST EAST
Volleyball tourney begins
YSU will play UIC in its opener Thursday at Cleveland State. INDIANAPOLIS — The University of
Ready, set, carve!
1111111Immediately, if not sooner UInvite your guests; plan for their special food needs. UMake
Traditional Italian dish gets infusion of flavors
“Spaghetti and clam sauce is easy to make, flavorful and gutsy,” “Silver Palate” cookbook author
Heacock stumped about injuries
YSU’s head coach has explored all possibilities to find an answer. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
Inside
Inside On C10 For the second consecutive season, the Youngstown State men’s basketball team will
YSU roundup News and notes
Up next: After facing Maryland, a team from the powerful ACC, the next game for YSU is at home
WINTER MIXTURE: Youngstown Street Department workers load another truck with a salt and sand
WINTER MIXTURE: Youngstown Street Department workers load another truck with a salt and sand
More oil consolidation likely
Oil dealers could lead to more production and lower gasoline prices. HOUSTON (AP) — Big Oil is set
Area colleges \ Tuesday’s games
MEN Pitt-Bradford 81, Westminster 74 NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Junior forward Ryne Murray led the
Wall Street rebounds in final hour of trades
Investors scooped up undervalued stocks in the final hour of trading. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street
We made the right decision on National City, Paulson says
U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson rejected a Northeast Ohio congressman’s claim Tuesday that
Council to tighten spending in ’09
Council again refused to fund the city’s deputy safety director’s position. SALEM — City
Streak-snapper
Streak-snapper The Minnesota Wild benefited from a gift goal that Pittsburgh put into its own net
Gunfire prompts district to bus additional pupils
About 155 pupils will be bused in the afternoon ‘until further notice.’ WARREN — The gunfire
Wednesday's Best Bets on TV
“Private Practice” (9 p.m., ABC): There’s more trouble for poor Addison on “Private Practice.” She’s
Auto execs plead case to Congress
Millions would lose their jobs if the automakers collapse, CEOs say. WASHINGTON (AP) — Detroit’s
D.C. teacher tenure tussle may hold lesson for nation
Opinion: Public school teachers nationwide have their eyes on Washington. The reason is not the upcoming
Business news digest
NATION Chrysler, German supplier strike axle-factory deal MARYSVILLE, Mich. — Chrysler LLC and
Motives of those unwilling to save GM may not be pure
Editorial: Motives of those unwilling to save GM may not be pure Richard Shelby, an Alabama Republican, has
Senate Dems make peace with Lieberman
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats decided not to take revenge on Joe Lieberman despite lingering
‘Wheel of Fortune,’ ‘Jeopardy’ now too big for TV
The popular shows are all over the digital world, too. NEW YORK — You take trivia answers that
Sources: Obama fixes on attorney general pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington attorney Eric Holder is President-elect Barack Obama’s top choice to be
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 19, the 324th day of 2008. There are 42 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 19, the 324th day of 2008. There are 42 days left in the year. On this date
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Not many teams can beat the Pittsburgh Penguins by putting the puck into the
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Not many teams can beat the Pittsburgh Penguins by putting the puck into the net
The ‘right’ to win is not a right at all
Opinion: Among the many new “rights” being conjured out of thin air, a new one seems to be a “right” to win.
LeBron teases Jersey in dominating win
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — With free agency awaiting him in 2010, LeBron James put on a show for
“The entire world seems to be sinking into recession. ... Slowly but surely they are losing
Opinion: “The entire world seems to be sinking into recession. ... Slowly but surely they are losing hope in
Astronauts finish task marred by lost tool bag
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A spacewalking astronaut accidentally let go of her tool bag Tuesday
Terrapins put ultra-pressure on Penguins
Youngstown State had 23 turnovers against its first Atlantic Coast Conference opponent in 16 years.
Trust is amust on the line: Ursuline's front paves the way
Despite getting hit hard by graduation, the Irish line has jelled and excelled this fall.
GOP governors’ plan has good, bad
Opinion: The nation’s 21 Republican governors are in defense mode. They know they’re the best and the
Men’s basketball Horizon League preview
A look at how the rest of the Horizon League stacks up. Last year’s records are in parentheses.
Latest incarnation of Yes plays Cleveland on tour
The only yes left for the band is an induction into the Rock Hall. Over the past 40 years
Complaint against engineer-elect dropped
The board also rejected 752 provisional ballots cast in the recent election in Trumbull County.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Randolph Dotson Jr., 30, of 2529 Elm St., Youngstown, and
Red Sox’s Pedroia named MVP in AL
He is the first second baseman to earn the honor in nearly a half-century. NEW YORK (AP) — Dustin
Shipping line diverts vessels from Somalia
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — A major Norwegian shipping group on Tuesday ordered its more than 90
Iraqi premier addresses nation to rally support for pact with U.S.
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s prime minister delivered a nationally televised address Tuesday to rally
if you go
if you go Who: Howe, Squire & White of Yes When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday Where: House of Blues, 308
Autism needs more study
Opinion: Autism needs more study EDITOR: My friend, Kim, found out recently that her husband lost his job
Traditions can tolerate some tweaks
According to Jim Chakares, executive vice president of the Ohio Poultry Association, many things
Trustees apply for grant for street safety upgrade
Approval of a second police levy would have brought back three officers. MINERAL RIDGE —
area
area Banquet tonight YOUNGSTOWN — The Ohio State/Univ. of Michigan Banquet will be today at Our
Republicans look to pass election reform
Officials said the bill addresses most of the concerns raised before the election. COLUMBUS —
Austintown JWL updates Children Services room
Austintown JWL updates Children Services room YOUNGSTOWN — Austintown Junior Women’s League
Dare to dream at JCL’s Cinderella Ball
The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay HAVING A BALL: Helping to make dreams come true are Junior Civic
YSU to play on ESPN Jan. 23
The Penguins will host Cleveland State in one of seven Horizon games on the network. INDIANAPOLIS,
GM rolls out Cruze at Chinese show
The automaker unveiled three new models as it sets its sights on continued growth in China.
U.S. less secure despite record defense outlay
Opinion: Can the United States really afford to spend an additional $600 billion on the Pentagon next year,
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Nov. 15 Domestic violence: A 33-year-old
Steps proposed to ease air travel congestion
An estimated 24 million passengers are expected to fly over the 12 days around Thanksgiving.
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