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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
Old theater makes way for new technology
YOUNGSTOWN — The final stages of the State Theatre demolition need to go slowly, but will still be
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
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
Local soldier gives shout-out to family
NEWTON FALLS — Rich and Laura Chabek have always had their three sons home for Thanksgiving. This
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
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
Community members break bread at Rescue Mission, Salvation Army dinners
Community members break bread at Rescue Mission, Salvation Army dinners YOUNGSTOWN — Decades
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.
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
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
Economy forces some to stay put for holiday
Air and highway travel was down Wednesday from previous years. CHICAGO (AP) — Scott Fuchs will
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:
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
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.
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