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Artist aids Austintown man with facial deformity

AUSTINTOWN — Ed Port’s facial deformity has limited his ability to secure a job, hampered him

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Boardman police arrest man accused of robbing woman

BOARDMAN — Police arrested a Youngstown man Saturday whom they accused of robbing a woman outside of


YSU falls to Niagara

YOUNGSTOWN — Coach Cindy Martin isn’t pleased with her Youngstown State University women’s


Police investigate shooting of South Side man

YOUNGSTOWN — City police are investigating a shooting this morning where the victim was found lying


Pens fall to Canucks

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pavol Demitra scored twice, Daniel and Henrik Sedin had three points each and the


Audubon Society has session on hawks Tuesday in Canfield

CANFIELD — The Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley will meet Tuesday with Jim Kerr, curator of the


More than 30 entries participate in Columbiana Christmas parade

COLUMBIANA — If there are fire trucks, marching bands, Boy Scouts and floats, then it must be a


Springfield Twp. Fire Department’s Christmas tree sale is Nov. 29

NEW MIDDLETOWN — The Springfield Township Fire Department’s Christmas tree sale will begin at 1 p.m.


CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups plan events

CLUBS • Girard K. of C. Auxiliary will have a Christmas party at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at Caf 422.


American Standard strike ends; workers take pay, pension cuts

The union plans to file an unfair-labor-practice complaint. SALEM — Operations at American


Shooting victim dies after life support is removed

Two sons say they think their father was killed trying to help someone. WARREN — David


Lordstown feels pain of GM cuts

Union and management must sacrifice for GM to receive federal aid, analysts say. General


Tuition drop for W. Pa. is likely

The university is still contemplating a general tuition increase next fall. YOUNGSTOWN —


Canfield High club collects cards of cheer for troops in Iraq

CANFIELD — Holiday cheer flowed through Canfield High School as students and faculty signed 1,343


Through floods and flurries, Ursuline able to stay focused

It was snowy outside and wet inside as the Irish prepared for tonight’s game. YOUNGSTOWN —


Buckeyes can’t get complacent with Blue

A win and OSU can grab a share of the Big Ten title and continue to stand in line for a spot in the


Penguins will have Donaldson on radar

YSU holds a 13-10 advantage in the series. Youngstown has had good success when playing the week


Off to a (n)ice start

North American hockey league After beating U.S. National team, the Phantoms are 3-0 at the Centre


Fahey ‘nose’ the way

The Washington & Jefferson College football team, led by record-breaking senior quarterback Bobby


Doggone good hints keep pets safe

Dear Readers: The holidays are almost here, which means it is time to think about making a


Items sought for children

Items sought for children YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek MetroParks is calling on the public’s help to


Today No. 7 Penn State vs. No. 17 Michigan State

Today No. 7 Penn State vs. No. 17 Michigan State Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. at Beaver Stadium in State


Rapper testifies for prosecution in murder trial

T.I. said the shooting stemmed from a fight at a club. CINCINNATI (AP) — Rapper T.I. testified


Scrappers release schedule

NILES — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will have six Thursday Buck Nights, six Friday night fireworks


Sign of summer

Sign of summer The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will have six Thursday Buck Nights, six Friday night


Today No. 10 OSU vs. Michigan

Today No. 10 OSU vs. Michigan Kickoff: Noon at the Horseshoe in Columbus Records: Ohio State


Horizon roundup \ Friday’s games

San Diego 73, Valparaiso 66 CHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S. Virgin Islands — Gyno Pomare’s 17 points helped


Lottery vendors gave to Dems, records show

One vendor’s lottery contract is at the center of a lawsuit. COLUMBUS (AP) — Two vendors competing


Connecticut manages to keep LaSalle in check in 89-81 victory

The Duke Blue Devils won their four games in the 2K Sports Classic by an average of 28.5 points.


Mental health board thanks community for renewing levy

The Mental Health Board’s Crisis Intervention Training program has 96 graduates. YOUNGSTOWN —


NBA roundup Friday’s games

NBA Roundup \ Friday’s games 76ers 89, Clippers 88 PHILADELPHIA — Elton Brand beat his former


news shows \ Sunday lineup

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — David Axelrod, senior adviser to


Today YSU men (0-2) vs. Allegheny (1-1)

When: 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV: WKBN-AM (570), MyYTV (tape delayed at 10 p.m.)


Today \ YSU women (0-2) vs. Niagara (0-2)

When: 5:15 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV: WKBN-AM (570), MyYTV (tape delayed tonight following


Women’s top 25 \ Friday’s games

No. 5 Tennessee 66, Chattanooga 63. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Glory Johnson scored 19 points and Vicki


Shiites burn effigy of Bush in protest

Shiites oppose the U.S.-Iraqi accord that outlines U.S. troop withdrawal. BAGHDAD (AP) — A


After son’s death, father sues company that installed tires

The ill-fated motorcyclist was going 65 to 75 mph, witness said. YOUNGSTOWN — The father of a


Win would clinch Rose for Penn St.

The weather should be ideal for a guy like Michigan State tailback Javon Ringer. STATE COLLEGE,


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Nov 23rd. Week 12 CLEVELAND3Houston Buffalo 3KANSAS


Ohio state semifinals \ Friday’s games

Division II Cin. Anderson 14, Cols. DeSales 10 DAYTON — Kyle Slater ran for 255 yards and a


Columbiana County | Indictments

A Columbiana County grand jury recently indicted the following: Michael W. Grace, 19, of Goshen


ysu tuition

ysu tuition Out-of-state break Youngstown State University trustees are considering eliminating


Mount Union preview \ Today’s game

RANDOLPH-MACON (6-4) vs. MOUNT UNION (10-0) When: Noon. Where: Mount Union Stadium, Alliance.


Lottery vendors

Lottery vendors Donations Here is a list of the 2008 donations to the Democratic Governors


Pa. mourns first female lieutenant governor

At a Capitol memorial ceremony, Hillary Clinton said Catherine Baker Knoll was a pioneer for women.


Benefit dinner set for Huntington’s disease victim

GIRARD — A benefit dinner will be Sunday for a McDonald resident who suffers from a degenerative


FREE TURKEY DINNERS Where and when

Churches and other area groups are offering free community Thanksgiving dinners before or on the


Dow rebounds, rising 494 points on latest news

New York Fed president Timothy Geithner is likely to be nominated for treasury secretary. NEW


4 men injured in related accidents

ROGERS — Two men were in critical condition late Friday at St. Elizabeth Health Center, Youngstown,


State playoffs | Area history

1972 CLASS AAA State Semifinals Warren Western Reserve 23, Toledo Scott 15 State Finals Warren


Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,


for thanksgiving Prayer and more

Thanksgiving Day of Prayer: OurPrayer, an outreach ministry of Guideposts, will observe Monday as


Thursday’s Game

Thursday’s Game Pittsburgh 27, Cincinnati 10 Sunday’s Games N.Y. Jets at Tennessee, 1 p.m.


Akron can’t solve Young in Pitt loss

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sam Young gave Akron problems no matter where he was on the floor, scoring 26


Fox’s ‘24’ clock to start ticking again

Once again, Jack’s back. “24” has been off the air for nearly 20 months, and the seventh season


Voices of faith: What aspect of your faith do you find most difficult to explain?

Voices of faith: What aspect of your faith do you find most difficult to explain? Arvind Khetia,


“CNN Presents: One Crime at a Time” (8 p.m., CNN): In 2007, two years after Hurricane

“CNN Presents: One Crime at a Time” (8 p.m., CNN): In 2007, two years after Hurricane Katrina


GUNS N’ ROSES The struggle for ‘Democracy’

This timeline illustrates the 14-year ordeal that will culminate in Sunday’s release of ‘Chinese


Bagnolese Club marks anniversary with dinner, dance

YOUNGSTOWN — The 70th anniversary of the founding of the Ladies Bagnolese Club was celebrated Oct.


‘Chinese Democracy’ arrives

But was the long-delayed Guns N’ Roses album worth the wait? Guns N’ Roses’ new album,


Lessons and Carols

Lessons and Carols YOUNGSTOWN — The annual Festival of Lessons and Carols will be at 7 p.m. Nov.


“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): The Speech and Communications

“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): The Speech and Communications Department at


Education deficit as bad as budget deficit

Opinion: While Congress spends — and plans to spend — like the proverbial drunken sailor to “bailout” various


Crisis drives up interest in economics

Instructors enjoy being able to use real-life events to explain concepts in class. NEW YORK (AP) —


Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Pete Wentz have baby

Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Pete Wentz have baby NEW YORK — Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz are the


REGION

REGION Connecting Point at Cleat’s WARREN — The Trumbull County Connecting Point will be at 5


Man sentenced for fires at church, park

MEADVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A northwestern Pennsylvania man who set fires that destroyed an amusement park


U.S. must educate members of military

Opinion: American citizens recognize that our soldiers serving during the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan


Protest, civility in democracy

Dallas Morning News: After the Proposition 8 victory in California overturned the state Supreme


Presidential transition adds uncertainty to markets

xx xx xx WASHINGTON (AP) — Why aren’t the government bailouts working? The presidential


Road Runners will meet at Bears Den Cabin

Road Runners will meet at Bears Den Cabin YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Road Runners Club will meet


selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .54, 20.57 1.65 Avalon


2009 schedule

JUNE 19 — vs. Jamestown 20 — vs. Jamestown 21 — vs. Jamestown 22 — vs. State College 23 — vs.


Boccieri’s tenure in Senate sets bar high for successor

Editorial: As Democrats in the Ohio Senate prepare to fill the 33rd District seat being vacated by John


thanksgiving services At churches in the Mahoning Valley

Here’s a listing of Thanksgiving services in the area. Services are listed by date, starting with


Gas drops to lowest price in more than three years

It’s impossible to know how low the price of gas will go, the AAA says. HOUSTON (AP) — Only four


Births for 2008-11-22

Area births


Also today

Also today What: PIAA Class A District 10 Championship The matchup: Farrell (10-2) vs.


Steelers win, but worries remain

Pittsburgh’s offense still isn’t where it needs to be and the team is dealing with three more


local

local Thanksgiving charity basketball game YOUNGSTOWN — The A.C.O.P Center will present a


TODAY YSU vs. Western Illinois

TODAY YSU vs. Western Illinois Kickoff: 2:05 Where: Alfred D. Boyer Stadium in Macomb, Ill.


New Yorker eyed for Treasury chief

Timothy Geithner will face the daunting task of dealing with the ongoing economic meltdown.


Florida student commits suicide in front of live Internet audience

The man’s family was infuriated that no one did anything to stop him. MIAMI (AP) — A college


NHL ROUNDUP \ Friday’s games

Bruins 4, Panthers 2 BOSTON — Marc Savard and Patrice Bergeron had a goal and an assist each to


courts

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Todd R. Chellis, 30, of 4811 Westchester Drive, #213,


Chrysler, GM running out of cash fast

Ford has a major stockpile of reserves and says it can survive through 2009. DETROIT (AP) — When


OHIO PLAYOFFS State semifinals FRIDAY’S RESULTS DIVISION II

OHIO PLAYOFFS State semifinals FRIDAY’S RESULTS DIVISION II Cin. Anderson 14, Cols. DeSales 10


AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP \ Friday’s games

MEN Mount Union 76, Penn State-New Kensington 40 BEAVER FALLS, Pa. — Freshman guard Ryan


FDA rule may spoil carcass disposal

Some rendering plants will stop processing cattle carcasses, which may lead to improper disposal by


Nowadays, Eve Plumb doesn’t mind living in Marcia’s shadow

Eve Plumb is not the “Brady Bunch” daughter who’s been in the headlines. That would be Maureen


MOUNTAINEER RESults

MOUNTAINEER RESults Friday 1st—Redneck B (Pereira)4.803.202.60 Melt Down (Nguyen)4.003.00


CASH CRUNCH | By the numbers

CASH CRUNCH | By the numbers General Motors has said it could collapse in weeks as it comes


Charity plays a vital role in life of a Christian

“Therefore be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.” (Luke 6:36) Brothers and sisters, it is


Churches in D.C. offer haven for First Family

Metropolitan AME Church is ready to roll out the red carpet along with metal detectors.


Hearing set Dec. 10 on seizure of business

The city seeks to demolish the machine shop for a street extension for a YSU project.


Food-basket demand quadruples

The Rescue Mission is distributing 50 food baskets a week. YOUNGSTOWN — The Rescue Mission of


Lawyer for ex-firefighter works to avoid already-set arson trial

The fired firefighter was suspended for two weeks in a separate incident. YOUNGSTOWN — An


Clown mission: Make ’em laugh

International clown ministry opens doors to share message of Gospel. MODESTO, Calif. — Sid


Thank God for blessings by taking action

BOARDMAN — It’s that season. Some people are focusing on who’s hosting Thanksgiving dinner and


FREE AT LAST

Boardman family rejoices as son is freed from jail by government The family thanked neighbors, The

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Son is ticked off when his ‘Dad’ time changes to all the time

Dear Annie: I am a 47-year-old male, own my own business and work hard. My dad is 77, widowed and


Gates says he wants to add troops in Afghanistan

Gates says he wants to add troops in Afghanistan CORNWALLIS, Nova Scotia — Defense Secretary


TODAY

TODAY Nightlife The Smackdaddys, 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., McMenamy’s, 325 Youngstown-Warren Road,


KeyCorp shares tumble after dividend is slashed

KeyCorp said it’s looking for flexibility to make more loans. KeyCorp shares tumbled Friday, as