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American Standard strike ends; workers return Monday
SALEM — The strike by 340 union workers at American Standard is over. Members of United
Father sues tire maker for negligence that resulted in son’s death
YOUNGSTOWN — The father of a man who died on his 28th birthday from injuries he suffered in a
Chip Gilea of Boardman is home, freed by Immigration and Customs
BOARDMAN — After nearly 11 months behind bars, Virgil Ciprian “Chip” Gilea is home. Gilea, a
Trial date set for firefighter charged with arson
YOUNGSTOWN —An ex-city firefighter fired after being charged with arson and criminal damaging is to
YSU would eliminate out of state tuition charge for 8 Pa. counties
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University trustees are expected to approve a tuition change designed
UPDATE: GM extends holiday shutdown, makes cuts
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. will extend its holiday shutdown or make other production cuts
Warren robbery victim dies; additional charges possible
WARREN — David Petrosky of Warren, shot in the head during what police believe was a robbery, died
Alleged ex-Nazi camp guard appeals deportation order
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A retired western Pennsylvania steelworker who guarded a Nazi concentration camp
Memorial held for late Pa. lieutenant governor
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A memorial ceremony for the late Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Catherine Baker Knoll
$10 flu shots available Sunday
YOUNGSTOWN/CANFIELD — Shepherd of the Valley Home Health is offering flu shots for $10 on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 North Broad St., Canfield; and on Dec. 2 from 4 to 6 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 1429 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown.
Rail line will aid steel mill efforts in Warren
WARREN — Soon, residents of Warren’s North End will again hear the rumble of freight trains heading
‘Giving Tree’ set up at Lanterman’s Mill
YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek MetroParks is calling on the public’s help to keep Mahoning County children
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS • The American Hungarian Club will meet at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the club, on Donald Avenue.
Panel at YSU debates tenor of Obama’s historic win
The group consisted of professors, politicians, students and activists. YOUNGSTOWN — Voters
Mt. Union begins quest for 10th national crown
The Purple Raiders will face Randolph-Macon for the first time Saturday in Alliance. ALLIANCE
Quinn is quiet despite injury
There’s a chance he’ll play Sunday against the Texans. BEREA (AP) — Brady Quinn got his first NFL
Life decision: Family contemplates what’s best for man shot in head
The victim, David Petrosky of Warren, hasn’t responded to voices in recent days. WARREN — The
Snow place like home
The Steelers give the Bengals a frosty reception PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger and the
On ‘Regis,’ woman honors late Iraq veteran from Valley
Megan Zarlenga, a graduate of Boardman High, appeared on the show six years ago. CANFIELD — A
Block watch demands landlord cleanup
About 100 city residents attended the meeting. YOUNGSTOWN — Landlords need to be responsible
Phantoms host U.S. Nationals
Last weekend, the Phantoms swept two games from the St. Louis Bandits. YOUNGSTOWN — Tonight at
Pryor will feel the nastiness of rivalry
The Ohio State freshman quarterback isn’t steeped in the tradition of the Michigan series.
Robbery suspect dies after holdup
Two of the suspects were U.S. Marshals Service fugitives of the week. YOUNGSTOWN — Robbery
Organizer seeks grants for reverse 911 system to aid senior citizens
A reverse 911 system to check the welfare of residents is in the works. BOARDMAN — A
Plant permit approval to create jobs
Site preparation is expected to begin next year. WELLSVILLE — Columbiana County’s future
Niles board hires new science teacher
Bradly Yeager got the position despite the board president’s objections. NILES — Bradly
Competition grows fierce among local gas stations
1Few are complaining about area pump prices, but a peek at neighborhood stations and fuel-saver Web
Iraqi pact works to the benefit of Obama
Opinion: Iraq’s prime minister just did Barack Obama a huge favor. By finally approving a status-of-forces
Travolta unleashed his inner dog to voice ‘Bolt’
The actor’s career has become rather eclectic. BURBANK, Calif. — John Travolta agreed to
Auto aid effort stalls
Boardman car dealer Dave Sweeney is among those hopeful a deal can be struck in early December.
Penguins win seventh of their last eight, 3-2
Sidney Crosby, with help from Petr Sykora, lifted Pittsburgh past Atlanta. ATLANTA (AP) — Petr
“Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza” (9 p.m., CMT): Larry the Cable Guy is getting a
“Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza” (9 p.m., CMT): Larry the Cable Guy is getting a jump on
Attorney general collapses
Attorney general collapses WASHINGTON — Attorney General Michael Mukasey collapsed during a speech
Essential oils: What are they?
Dear Heloise: In your hint about window cleaner, what is essential oil? I have everything for the
YSU gets good news for Saturday’s finale
Senior Ferlando Williams and junior Jabari Scott will return to the lineup. YOUNGSTOWN —
Sources: Security chief chosen
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., praised the likely choice of the Arizona governor to head Homeland
Columbiana housing market fares best in tri-county area
The housing market in Columbiana County posted a good performance in October, despite a crashing
Ruling leaves House vote in Ohio undecided
Disputed provisional ballots must be counted, a federal judge ruled. COLUMBUS (AP) — A federal
NBA | Thursday’s game
Celtics 98, Pistons 80 BOSTON (AP) — Rajon Rondo had 18 points and eight assists, outplaying new
There’s no scramble for Ohio Senate seat
Opinion: Upon further review, a number of Mahoning County politicians have decided that being a state senator
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Racheal Frazee and Adam Ryan, Austintown, girl, Nov. 20.
Farm subsidies, sure thing; help automakers, no way
Opinion: Farm subsidies, sure thing; help automakers, no way EDITOR: I am a retired Delphi employee. The
the scoop
the scoop just do something DoSomething.org, an organization dedicated to empowering young
‘Betty’ behaves like irresponsible teen
Dear Annie: What do you do when it is not your teenager’s friend who is the bad influence but the
Chatting up a Cheetah
Adrienne Bailon was happy. “We spent the whole day shopping in Georgetown,” the 25-year-old native
Turocy triple play
Turocy triple play A third Turocy brother has committed to play baseball for the University of
THE LINEUPS Ysu vs. Western Illinios
YSU OFFENSE RT — (64) ERIC RODEMOYER (6-2, 320, Soph.) (76) Bobby Coates (6-4, 300, Soph.) RG —
Judge orders release of five from Gitmo
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday ordered the release of five Algerians held at
Mahoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Patrick Allen, 40, of Plum Street,
PENNSYLVANIA Playoff game
PENNSYLVANIA Playoff game Because of tonight’s weather forecast, the Farrell-Linesville high
At 7 p.m. last Saturday, Mary Ann Reardon Dilan was sitting next to her 12-year-old son in Sarasota,
At 7 p.m. last Saturday, Mary Ann Reardon Dilan was sitting next to her 12-year-old son in Sarasota,
Saudis practice religious intolerance
Opinion: If you are the undisputed monarch of a wealthy nation, you probably think you can say or do most
Weathersfield receives grant for work on schools
The old middle school gym and cafeteria will be preserved. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield
Cheetah Girl reflects on Disney fame
Sabrina Bryan realizes the Cheetah Girls, touring Cleveland today, won’t last forever but is
“The next president should act immediately to capitalize on the goodwill that greets any
Opinion: “The next president should act immediately to capitalize on the goodwill that greets any incoming
In the U.S. Senate, what’s old is new
Opinion: BOSTON — Did you miss this in the post-election news? Sen. Robert Byrd, 91, announced that he will
if you go
if you go Who: The Cheetah Girls When: 7 p.m. Friday at Wolstein Center, Cleveland ($35 and
Don’t let the dour economy sour your spirit of giving
Editorial: The depressing numbers validating the severity of America’s economic meltdown pounce upon us at a
Probation violation hearing delayed
Probation violation hearing delayed WARREN — A probation violation hearing for Jason Kirkpatrick
Oil at 3-year low; gas below $2 in 23 states
Oil prices will continue to fall if economic problems persist, an analyst says. COLUMBUS (AP) —
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John E. Sexton Jr., 21, of 347 Melrose Ave., Boardman, and
Today is Friday, Nov. 21, the 326th day of 2008. There are 40 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Nov. 21, the 326th day of 2008. There are 40 days left in the year. On this date in
In 'Bolt', heart shines brightly
A couple of sidekicks help flesh out the movie. Disney animation takes a tentative step out of
Browns’ Savage apologizes to fan
BEREA (AP) — Cleveland Browns general manager Phil Savage has apologized to a fan whom he sent a
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT | List of winners
The winners of the 16th annual Nature Photography Exhibit at Austintown Park were announced last
Diesel Jetta is Green Car of the Year
Ranking shows that clean diesels have arrived. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Green Car Journal named
Cosmetology students offer bargain services
Cosmetology students offer bargain services CANFIELD — The Mahoning County Career and Technical
When the pot odds aren’t good enough
In tournament play, it’s generally advisable to avoid risking large sums of chips in coin flip
Steel distributor offers workers cash for buying U.S. cars
A steel distributor that has a warehouse in Warren is giving its employees cash payments if they buy
National Business Digest
NATION Steve & Barry stores to be closed in bankruptcy NEW YORK — Steve & Barry stores and its
ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW: Youngstown State University student Nahed Seder speaks during the race and
ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW: Youngstown State University student Nahed Seder speaks during the race and
Stocks plunge again, hitting five-year low
Some analysts hope that heavy selling is a sign of a market bottom. NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks plunged
Trial set in child sex-abuse case
The accuser came forward two years ago. WARREN — A January trial date has been set for Charles
SPEAKING: Youngstown State University political science instructor Dr. Cryshanna Jackson speaks
SPEAKING: Youngstown State University political science instructor Dr. Cryshanna Jackson speaks
YSU grad works on ‘Bond’ film crew
Todd SanSone, a Youngstown State University graduate and the son of Mr. and Mrs. A.E. Vea of
Penn St. seniors smelling the roses
The 17 seniors who will be in their last home game have changed PSU’s program. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL | Top 25
Georgia Tech 41, No. 23 Miami 23 ATLANTA (AP) — Hold off on Miami’s return to national prominence.
’Dinner Impossible’ brings back dumped chef
’Dinner Impossible’ brings back dumped chef It may not be impossible, but it seemed improbable.
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “60 Minutes,” CBS. 2. “NBC Sunday Night
Surplus food Saturday
Surplus food Saturday Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway,
Stephen Colbert sings in Christmas special
The satire specialist does a duet with Willie Nelson. NEW YORK — The permanently suit-clad
FREE TURKEY DINNERS | When and where
Churches and other area groups are offering free community Thanksgiving dinners before or on the
Building a mammoth
Scripps Howard: A team of scientists have reconstructed most of the genetic code of the woolly
WINNERS: Megan Zarlenga of Canfield sent this picture of her children, Jake and Shelby, to
WINNERS: Megan Zarlenga of Canfield sent this picture of her children, Jake and Shelby, to “Regis &
Malnutrition worsens in Haiti after recent storms
Workers have difficulty delivering food aid to mountain communities. PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) —
Congress rushes to extend unemployment benefits
Benefit checks average about $300 a week nationwide. WASHINGTON (AP) — Jarred by new jobless
Bond market rates increase, foil YSU plan
Interest rates are higher now than when the borrowing plan was drafted. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Child sex-assault cases bound to Lawrence court
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A man who is charged with raping a 3-year-old and sexually assaulting a 7-year-old
Mercer Co. fills child-support officer position
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County commissioners have filled a vacant position in the child support
Palestinian leaders tout plan in ads in Israeli newspapers
JERUSALEM — Reaching out to Israelis, Palestinian leaders placed Hebrew advertisements in Israeli
Putin blames U.S. for Russia’s economic woes
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin used a meeting of his powerful political party
County plans less spending
A commissioner said there will be adjustments to funding requests that top the county’s revenue.
JACKSON-MILTON Board of education
School officials handled these matters at their meeting Thursday: Received an update from Thomas
Campaign manager asks volunteers to do more
E-mail, MySpace and Facebook changed the face of presidential campaigning. WASHINGTON —
FORUm \ Panelists
FORUm \ Panelists Youngstown State University’s Black Faculty and Staff Association had a forum to
Iraqi debate over deal goes on
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s parliament persevered Thursday in its debate on a proposed security agreement
Piracy stymies U.N., Africa, Arab nations
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The U.N., African Union and Arab nations struggled to respond Thursday to a
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