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Benefit Sunday at Cedars
YOUNGSTOWN — A benefit show to raise money for Lindsey Hosking of Youngstown, who suffered a brain
Summit County officials seek relatives of dead man
AKRON — The Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office is looking for relatives of 55-year-old Charles
Niles council passes legislation for sewer project
NILES — City council approved an emergency ordinance today to allow the bidding process to proceed
Turkey day dinners set Thursday
Churches and other area groups are offering free community Thanksgiving dinners Thursday:
Obama names Volcker to head advisory board
CHICAGO (AP) — Former Federal Reserve chief Paul Volcker will head an economic panel advising
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
SATURDAY • North Lima Mennonite Church, 90 Mennonite Drive, will serve a breakfast buffet from 7
Unfinished month threatens to beat second-snowiest November
This is already the third-snowiest November on record for the area. YOUNGSTOWN — Those going
YSU falls by two on road
The Penguins let a 23-point lead in the second half get away at Robert Morris. MOON TOWNSHIP,
Buyers of goods stolen by theft ring convicted
One of the men convicted Tuesday was selling stolen goods to fellow GM employees at the plant.
Frightening Final
Irish expect big test from Liberty-Benton. Led by junior Aaron Craft, the Eagles have blistered teams this fall.
Christmas wreaths honor vets
The wreath-laying ceremony is modeled after one seen at Arlington National Cemetery. BOARDMAN
Bishop explores faith in politics
People of faith are charged with being advocates for the invisible in society. YOUNGSTOWN —
Panel approves new plan for 911
A change in the Warren mayor’s vote scuttled an earlier plan. WARREN — County officials have
Mother fined for puppy’s death, sentenced for child endangering
The West Side woman is prohibited from having any pets in her home. YOUNGSTOWN — Jody Seabolt
Melamine detected in U.S. baby formula
Traces of the industrial chemical melamine have been detected in samples of top-selling U.S. infant
Youngstown schools seek $1.7M in tech equipment
YOUNGSTOWN — The city school district would like to get nearly $1.7 million worth of technology and
Beware of bargains at stores soon to close
Consumers should be careful with warranties, returns and gift cards. A sagging economy presents
A majority of city departments don’t have a formal written policy on city-owned credit cards.
cA majority of city departments don’t have a formal written policy on city-owned credit cards. cA
Black Friday profit may gray this year
Retailers extend season of super sales Retailers struggling in a down economy are starting to
Obama to rehire defense secretary, chooses national security adviser
CHICAGO (AP) — Seeking experience in wartime, President-elect Barack Obama intends to re-enlist
Opening at the Smithsonian
Washington Post: Thousands of people lined up last week for the Smithsonian Institution’s long-
Beyonce says she was prepared for marriage
Beyonce says she was prepared for marriage NEW YORK — Beyonc says her parents prepared her for
Chicken satay bites feed crowds quickly, easily
Do batches of bites for your guests. Offering easy party nibbles can sometimes boil down to
‘TRANSPORTER 3’
‘TRANSPORTER 3’ Grade: D- Director: Olivier Megaton Running time: 1 hour, 40 minutes Rating:
When using purchased pastry, doughnuts are easy as pie
The secret to the recipe is store-bought puff pastry. These delicate doughnuts made from
‘Transporter 3’ bombs with bad, banal writing
The director of the third “Transporter” movie has given himself the name “Olivier Megaton.” Too
Men plead guilty to sex crimes
The guilty pleas for sexual battery were entered in separate cases that involved different victims.
Rich Center pupils rescue mission with blankets
The students made colorful blankets that were delivered to the Rescue Mission by the bagful.
Loving the feast after the feast
hLighten up turkey leftovers in a Caesar salad This hearty Caesar salad with leftover turkey
AUDIT
AUDIT Youngstown The Ohio Auditor’s office issued a report of Youngstown’s financial statements
Auditor extends service offer to Chevy Centre
The mayor is ‘open’ to a performance audit of the center. YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio Auditor Mary
Firefighters: Electrical short caused blaze
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — South Pymatuning Township firefighters said an electrical short circuit caused a
'Four Christmases'
‘FOUR CHRISTMASES’ Grade: D Director: Seth Gordon Running time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Rating:
2 U.S. servicemen in Iraq killed in shooting, military reports
BAGHDAD (AP) — Two American servicemen were killed Tuesday when a gunman in an Iraqi army uniform
City man pleads guilty as his brother’s shooter
YOUNGSTOWN — A city man has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for seriously wounding his brother
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Pete C. Klimis, 30, of 2279 Bedford Road, Lowellville, and
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Nov. 19 Bad check: A man told police a woman
Closing sales
Closing sales Smart shopping Some things to watch out for in going-out-of-business sales:
Cancer incidence declines for first time
Some critics say not enough is being done to emphasize prevention. WASHINGTON — The pace at
Michael Vick pleads guilty in Virginia state court
SUSSEX, Va. (AP) — With a steady gaze and another apology, Michael Vick took an important step
Husband wins right to care for stricken wifeSFlb
TOLEDO (AP) — The husband of a woman in a vegetative state won guardianship Tuesday, ending a short-
Reclusive Lerner upset over Browns’ struggles
He has not decided whether he will bring back Romeo Crennel or Phil Savage. BEREA (AP) — Sickened
$100,000 new book arrives at library
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s billed as the world’s most expensive, most beautiful new book. Valued at well
Williams among players of week
Ferlando Williams started at tailback against Western Illinois and gained 84 yards. YOUNGSTOWN —
A SEASON TO FORGET
Injuries, player defections plagued Penguins in ’08 Two blowout losses to start the season were a
LeBron shows Knicks what they could have
New York will make a push for James in 2010. He’s got the Cavs rolling right now. NEW YORK (AP) —
Hoover’s Howard is Mr. Football
The junior had over 2,300 all-purpose yards. COLUMBUS (AP) — Erick Howard is turning his life
Buckeye women rebound, roll over Hartford, 63-45
Jantel Lavender had 22 points and 10 rebounds for Ohio State. COLUMBUS (AP) — Hartford coach
Blacks get transplants sooner in new system
Sicker patients now get liver transplants sooner. CHICAGO (AP) — Blacks waiting for a liver
SAFEST NEW CARs | What’s available
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety designated 72 vehicles as winners of their top safety
Nittany Lions edge Penn; Duquesne 4-0
Penn State improved to 5-0, thanks to 50 percent shooting from 3-point range. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
CSU routs Toledo, UIC beats Howard
Wisconsin-Milwaukee fell to Ball State, but Akron and Dayton got easy wins. MIAMI — Chris Moore
City moves to put offices in insurance building
Council would hold its meetings at another site. EAST PALESTINE — Council is proceeding with
Funeral honors FBI agent killed in raid
BALTIMORE (AP) — Mourners on Tuesday remembered an FBI agent fatally shot in a drug raid last week
Market closes mixed, shows some stability
The Dow was up for the third straight session. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street showed some signs of
Pittsburgh transit labor dispute settled
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A tentative agreement to settle the labor dispute at Pittsburgh’s transit agency
Salem officials seek health clinic
City residents would no longer have to go to Lisbon for some clinics. SALEM — Salem officials
Youngstown unemployment high for Ohio
COLUMBUS (AP) — Youngstown’s October unemployment rate was 9.6 percent, one of the higher in the
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Katrina Fields and John Alexander, Hubbard, girl, Nov.
Bailout commitments near $7 trillion total Administration considers more changes in last 2 months in office
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rolling out powerful new weapons against the financial meltdown, the Bush
Skeptical lawmakers need to be convinced
The auto industry must present its case next week. DETROIT (AP) — A list of job cuts, shuttered
Thursday’s Game
Thursday’s Game Pittsburgh 27, Cincinnati 10 Sunday’s Games N.Y. Jets 34, Tennessee 13 Tampa
YOUNGSTOWN — Senior wide receiver turned tailback Ferlando Williams, sophomore free safety
YOUNGSTOWN — Senior wide receiver turned tailback Ferlando Williams, sophomore free safety Andre
Official raises city’s deficit estimate
The city expects to raise its water rates, primarily for those who don’t live in Youngstown.
Protests in Thailand shut down airport
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Hundreds of protesters seeking to topple Thailand’s prime minister seized
California orders state storm prep
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern Californians living near areas scarred by recent wildfires sandbagged
New vehicles deemed to be safe
Seventy-two vehicles were chosen for the annual list. WASHINGTON (AP) — The insurance industry
The axis of confusion
Opinion: The axis of confusion EDITOR: I was reading an article about how the United States was
TOP 25 ROUNDUP
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Tuesday’s men’s games No. 8 Notre Dame 81, No. 6 Texas 80 LAHAINA, Hawaii —
“Citigroup is such a crucial financial institution in the global market. The U.S. action does
Opinion: “Citigroup is such a crucial financial institution in the global market. The U.S. action does fuel a
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 26, the 331st day of 2008. There are 35 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 26, the 331st day of 2008. There are 35 days left in the year. On this date
2 arrests made in copper theft
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Two area men have been arrested in the theft of 415 pounds of copper. The
Today
TODAY Noon (FSN Pitt) “Penn State Football Story.” 12:30 p.m. (FSN Pitt) “Marshall Basketball.”
Keno in Ohio falls short of goal
The profit on the lottery game in its first four months has been only $8 million. CLEVELAND (AP) —
Violations against children in Afghanistan must cease
Opinion: Given their participation with Afghanistan’s security forces in the war against the Taliban, the
Obama must look beyond bin Laden
Opinion: Barack Obama has said there can be only one president at a time. But in this interregnum — when the
Ohio patrol takes part in holiday traffic crackdown
Ohio law enforcement authorities are participating in a regional crackdown on holiday motorists who
Holiday plans a turkey trot
Opinion: When Better Homes and Gardens wrote about a “fuss-free” Thanksgiving, clearly they weren’t picturing
‘Four Christmases’ wastes much talent
“Four Christmases” hurls towering Vince Vaughn at tiny Reese Witherspoon and a lot of Oscars at a
FREE TURKEY DINNERS | Where and when
Churches and other area groups are offering free community Thanksgiving dinners before or on the
Attack on automakers is revisionist junk
Opinion: WASHINGTON — The Mob of Pundits (MOP) is out to lynch the domestic automobile industry. MOP
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Sluggers — has tryouts for the 14-15 Babe Ruth team on Sundays. Call (330) 720-4938. BB
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP Tuesday’s games MEN Bethany 83, Ohio University Eastern 58 WEST
Taking food orders
Taking food orders YOUNGSTOWN — Crossroads Church, 554 S. Meridian Road, will be taking orders for
Elections board deputy to retire in February
LISBON — Lois Gall, the Republican deputy director of the Columbiana County Board of Elections,
Phantoms hockey team to support auto industry at rally, game Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms are having a community rally to show support for the
Fried rice uses up multiple Turkey Day leftovers
Fried rice uses up multiple Turkey Day leftovers Be sure to use cold rice when making fried
Turn that leftover turkey into a breakfast hash
Turn that leftover turkey into a breakfast hash This easy breakfast hash is a delicious way to
basketball schedule
basketball schedule Girls Friday Ursuline vs. Akron Kenmore at Notre Dame College, 5 p.m.
‘Australia’ provides gorgeous picture
The movie pairs Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman against the backdrop of World War II. Don’t
The wreath laying ceremony is modeled after one seen at Arlington National Cemetery.
The wreath laying ceremony is modeled after one seen at Arlington National Cemetery. BOARDMAN
‘AUSTRALIA’
‘AUSTRALIA’ Grade: C Director: Baz Luhrmann Running time: 2 hours 40 minutes Rating: PG 13
Thanksgiving dinner is always a favorite family meal. We gather with family and friends to give
Thanksgiving dinner is always a favorite family meal. We gather with family and friends to give
Vehicle carrying 3 teens hits pole
WASHINGTONVILLE — Police said three teenagers were taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center for
Writing contest open for grades 6-12
Writing contest open for grades 6-12 The LAOH National History writing contest is open to all
Wednesday's Best Bets on TV
“The 2008 World Magic Awards” (8 p.m., MyNetworkTV): Neil Patrick Harris is not only the star of the
Wife has two reasons to wonder about friend
Dear Annie: Good friends of ours visit frequently, often staying in our home three or four days.
Rum makes humdrum dinner biscuits yummy
Dear Readers: Here is a recipe I wanted to share from one of my mother’s (the original Heloise)
GETTING SET: Local stores are gearing up for a rush of customers on Black Friday, the day after
GETTING SET: Local stores are gearing up for a rush of customers on Black Friday, the day after
Lieberman praises Obama
Lieberman praises Obama HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman took another step Tuesday
Local Business Digest
LOCAL V&M Star eyes expansion YOUNGSTOWN — Vallourec Mannesmann Holdings, V&M Star, is in the
Parker, four others not likely to play vs. Patriots
The Steelers have tough games coming up the next four Sundays. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh
If CEOs are greedy, so are entertainers
Opinion: There is an old Russian fable, with different versions in other countries, about two poor peasants,
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