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Warren house fire caused by fireplace flames

WARREN — A house caught fire Thursday afternoon after flames from the fireplace ignited a nearby


Tabitha’s new heart gives her a new outlook

STRUTHERS — Twenty-two will probably become Tabitha Fiorenza’s lucky number. Tabitha, or Tabby, as

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Old theater makes way for new technology

YOUNGSTOWN — The final stages of the State Theatre demolition need to go slowly, but will still be

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Thankful Gilea family has an intimate Thanksgiving dinner

BOARDMAN — On the 18th anniversary of the family’s arrival in the United States, the Gileas are


Ursuline, Liberty-Benton used past losses as motivation

On Nov. 30, 2007, the Ursuline High football team lost to Maria Stein Marion Local, 20-14, in the

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New Castle man killed in one-car crash

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A 24-year-old New Castle man was killed in a one-vehicle crash Thanksgiving


Landfill companies sue Hubbard and other officials

HUBBARD — Trans Rail America and Sienna Place Inc. have filed a lawsuit in federal court against township officials and others, claiming they were illegally denied zoning permits that are required to operate.


Ursuline football means togetherness

Ursuline football means togetherness Fathers, sons and brothers have been bonding during an

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Local soldier gives shout-out to family

NEWTON FALLS — Rich and Laura Chabek have always had their three sons home for Thanksgiving. This

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Blaney's career is up in the air

The Hartford native has no team, but is hoping to continue racing The NASCAR veteran believes he

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V&M steel eyes major expansion in Valley

Youngstown and Girard officials have been working with the company. YOUNGSTOWN — V&M Star Steel


Phantoms thankful to be hosts

This weekend’s NAHL North Division Showcase games will be at the Chevrolet Centre and Ice Zone.


Bishop Murry bargains at Ursuline rally: Win the state title for a day off school

YOUNGSTOWN — If the state championship isn’t enough, the Ursuline High School football team has

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Community members break bread at Rescue Mission, Salvation Army dinners

Community members break bread at Rescue Mission, Salvation Army dinners YOUNGSTOWN — Decades

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YSU’s women hit road for win

The Penguins are in the Pittsburgh Tournament on Friday and Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN — Cindy


Movie exec shares bounty with those back home

Youngstown native Paula Kauffman Wagner, a film producer, donated gift cards to Beatitude House.

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Quinn’s season is over; surgery may be needed

Romeo Crennel says Brady Quinn will be his starter at training camp. BEREA (AP) — Brady Quinn’s


Chronic-pain sufferer gives thanks for nerve surgery

The grandmother originally went to the doctor to seek relief for another foot problem. LISBON


Poland businessman receives award from Salvation Army

YOUNGSTOWN — The Salvation Army recognized a Poland businessman for his selfless help to others.


Warren couple facing charges related to restaurant robbery

WARREN — A city man will be back in Warren Municipal Court next week facing charges to related to an


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Christopher and Patricia Clautti, Youngstown, boy, Nov.


Sewer bids to proceed via council ordinance

The sewer improvement project cost is $500,000. NILES — City council approved an emergency


Militants kill 82 in attacks across Mumbai, India

Fire raged at the Taj Mahal hotel, where gunmen, two of whom were killed, targeted Westerners.


BEST CHEESE BALLS

To make these cheese balls their best: Most midrange goat and cheddar cheeses sold at well-stocked


YSU

YSU Williamson tops Horizon honors INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Youngstown State sophomore swimmer


Conley’s 22 points lead Mount Union win

HIRAM — Mount Union College senior Luke Conley scored a game-high and career-best 22 points


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Cyril M. Mikolaj Jr., 46 of 3794 Monaca Ave., Youngstown, and


Plumes of gas from Saturn moon indicate likely presence of water

WASHINGTON (AP) — Astronomers looking at the spectacular supersonic plumes of gas and dust shooting


A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Nov. 24 Criminal


1958

1958 Fifty years ago, Thanksgiving fell on Nov. 27. American cars, some with fins, getting


Economy forces some to stay put for holiday

Air and highway travel was down Wednesday from previous years. CHICAGO (AP) — Scott Fuchs will


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE TUESDAY 7th—Back Home Again20.6010.404.60 Sweet Ashtin


To mark the new year, Pickles drop, Kisses rise

DILLSBURG, Pa. (AP) — He draws smaller crowds than the ball in Times Square does, but Mr. Pickle is


Thursday’s Games

Thursday’s Games Pittsburgh 27, Cincinnati 10 Sunday’s Games N.Y. Jets 34, Tennessee 13


holiday expenses How to save money

Holiday entertaining and gift-giving can be expensive. Here are some ideas to trim costs: Search


GUIDELINES

GUIDELINES If you’re buying pajamas this winter, you should know the federal safety guidelines:


TODAY

TODAY 9:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Australian Masters. Noon (27) (19) (2) “NFL Today.” Noon (ESPN2)


HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW \ All-American Conference girls basketball

RED TIER CANFIELD Coach: Pat Pavlansky, 14th season (Career record 251-135) 2007-08 record: 21-3


Accused drunken driver runs over himself

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A man is in a northern New Mexico jail, accused of driving drunk and leading


Missouri mother convicted in case of Internet hoax

Missouri mother convicted in case of Internet hoax LOS ANGELES — A Missouri mother on trial in a


Economy’s on the fritz but HDTV bargains abound

The forecast is for a holiday season of lower prices on high-definition televisions. It’s not


Today is Thursday, Nov. 27, the 332nd day of 2008. There are 34 days left in the year. This is

Today is Thursday, Nov. 27, the 332nd day of 2008. There are 34 days left in the year. This is


Reports outline shaky state of jobs, spending, home sales

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government released a quartet of reports Wednesday that paint a bleak picture


INSIDE

INSIDE Think any of our fearless Blitz forecasters is picking against Ursuline on Saturday? Turn


COLLEGE BASKETBALL Wednesday’s other games

MEN No. 6 Texas 70, Oregon 57 LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Third-place games might be the toughest of


Turkey day comes early for McGuffey pupils

Special education classes learned about dining in a family setting and sharing in Thanksgiving

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NFL PREVIEW \ Today’s games

TENNESSEE (10-1) At DETROIT (0-11) Time: 12:30 p.m. TV: Channels 27, 19 and 2. Opening line:


ON THE FAIRWAYS This weekend’s golf events

INTERNATIONAL Omega Mission Hills World Cup Site: Shenzhen, China. Schedule: Today-Sunday.


Authorities warn of terror plotting against subways

Police have long been concerned about New York City’s trains and subways. WASHINGTON (AP) —


Ursuline junior Jamel Turner already has more than 20 Division I offers, including Ohio State, Penn

Ursuline junior Jamel Turner already has more than 20 Division I offers, including Ohio State, Penn


FIRING THEM UP: Father Kenneth Miller, associate principal at Ursuline High School, got the student

FIRING THEM UP: Father Kenneth Miller, associate principal at Ursuline High School, got the student


ON BUSINESS

ON BUSINESS IN THE VALLEY: Altronic Inc., an electronics firm in Girard, has been sold to a Swiss


From fine china to paper and plastic

YOUNGSTOWN — Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, 1958: A time when dolls drink and wet and holiday fruitcakes are


Amid cutbacks, office holiday parties are being downsized

NEW YORK (AP) — In this brutal season of cutbacks, the office holiday party is getting downsized,


Help kids learn to give over holidays

Even in a year when flashy holiday gift buying will likely be downplayed, many kids will still be


Volunteers gather to pool efforts to rewire toys for disabled kids

Winnie the Pooh underwent surgery and recovered nicely as a Christmas gift for a child who is


Documentary makers at Clark Gable’s hometown

Documentary makers at Clark Gable’s hometown CADIZ, Ohio — Next year’s 70th anniversary of the


auditions \ Where to try out for roles

ACTORS 13th annual Stars of Tomorrow. New Castle Playhouse Annex Theatre, 212 East Long Ave., New


Big Apple’s windows range from traditional to abstract

NEW YORK (AP) — Scenes ranging from the far-out and funky to those of Christmases past are taking


Christmas: Too big to fail

Christmas: Too big to fail Chicago Tribune: Every Who down in Whoville likes Christmas a lot, but


“Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (9 a.m., NBC): Break out those gigantic goofy

“Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (9 a.m., NBC): Break out those gigantic goofy balloons. The “Macy’s


How to talk to children about holiday drinking

If you’re planning on having a few cocktails at family gatherings this holiday season, experts say


Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject


Adults who collect toys keeping sales up

LOS ANGELES — Toy sales in the U.S. have steadily dropped for the past few years. But for more than


A lot to be thankful for

Opinion: America’s Thanksgiving holiday is part of the practically universal human custom of holding harvest


It’s time to map out a shopping strategy

Be sure you know what a store’s return policy is. ORLANDO, Fla. — It’s Thanksgiving — time to


Smith challenged himself with new Christmas album

Before recording his third holiday album, 2007’s “It’s a Wonderful Christmas,” Grammy Award-winning


U.S. has lost sight of original work ethic

Opinion: WASHINGTON — They are “the” questions, unspoken but bitterly nagging, that are on everyone’s minds.


Kidney Brothers share their creativity in show for Art Youngstown

The event includes music and about 100 pieces of art. Robert and Jack Kidney are best known


across the u.s.

across the u.s. New Year’s Eve drops Besides the famous ball drop in New York City’s Times


“The journey’s been so long. It’s been tough. It’s been wonderful.

Opinion: “The journey’s been so long. It’s been tough. It’s been wonderful. It’s been everything I could ever


We owe our vets more than just thanks

Opinion: During a recent visit to the veterans hospital in Los Angeles, I ran across a young man fresh out of


Seeing the light can help many battle winter blahs

Claire Gliddon is usually a cheery sort — downright perky, even. Get her talking about her charity


Arms museum to display decorations

Ornaments and toys from the museum’s collection will be on display. YOUNGSTOWN — The Arms


ARTWORK: Here’s an example of the art of Robert and Jack Kidney. It will be on display at

ARTWORK: Here’s an example of the art of Robert and Jack Kidney. It will be on display at Friday’s


Obama: Economic ‘help is on the way’

Obama defended his selection of former Clinton officials. CHICAGO (AP) — President-elect Barack


if you go

if you go What: The Blues Brothers Abstract, featuring the music, art and stories of Robert and


Family game offers chance to give thanks, have fun

LEXINGTON, Ky. — They say necessity is the mother of invention, but Louie Stotz feels God’s hand was


Steelers may get good test from Patriots’ QB Cassel

Tom Brady’s replacement has thrown for 400-plus yards in successive games. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tom


For many Jews, Christmas becomes a day of service

One synagogue in New Brunswick, N.J., brings in the homeless at Christmastime. WASHINGTON (AP) —


From fine china to paper and plastic

Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, 1958: A time when dolls drink and wet and holiday fruitcakes are eaten, not circling the globe being re-gifted.

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Christmas toys and postcards from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s collection will be

Christmas toys and postcards from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s collection will be on


h THE BIG U: Ursuline cheerleaders used their pompoms to form the ever-present “U” as

h THE BIG U: Ursuline cheerleaders used their pompoms to form the ever-present “U” as the student


Afghan leader says U.S., NATO aren’t succeeding

President Hamid Karzai is seeking a time line for ending the war. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) —


Revamped PGA event seeks winner

This time, everyone who qualifies has a chance to win. The PGA Tour revamped its FedEx Cup


Thanks to the troops

Opinion: Thanks to the troops EDITOR: With Veteran’s Day a few weeks ago and Thanksgiving upon us, the


TheSources

TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant


A warm idea: Pajamas can be great gifts for parents and kids

NEW YORK (AP) — Get ready for a pajama party. PJs look to be a popular gift this holiday season,


Too much stuff? Never

Opinion: We are fast approaching the most meaningful, emotional, important holiday of the year. I speak,


Making a modern cheese ball

History has not been kind to the cheese ball. Early on, this classic party food earned an ugly


Reasons to be thankful

Editorial: Reasons to be thankful Looking for something to be thankful for on this most troubled Thanksgiving


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