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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
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,
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
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
Steelers win, but worries remain
Pittsburgh’s offense still isn’t where it needs to be and the team is dealing with three more
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
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
KeyCorp shares tumble after dividend is slashed
KeyCorp said it’s looking for flexibility to make more loans. KeyCorp shares tumbled Friday, as