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OSHP investigating crash that claimed life of Warren man
WARREN — Ohio State Highway Patrol authorities are investigating a one-car accident that took the
East Side man wounded today
YOUNGSTOWN — Curtis Jackson showed up at St. Elizabeth Health Center around 3 a.m. today, shot in
Throng of shoppers crushes Wal-Mart worker to death
NEW YORK (AP) — A worker died after being trampled by a throng of unruly shoppers when a Wal-Mart
Boy stabbed at Farrell party
FARRELL, Pa. — A boy was stabbed at a party on Buhl Terrace, Southwest Mercer County Regional Police
3 men injured in auto accident Thursday in New Wilmington
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Three men were injured after a one-car accident, state police in New Castle
Black Friday | Electronics sought at Trumbull County stores
NILES — Storefronts in The Eastwood Mall in Niles bore staggered lines of early shoppers for Black
I-80 westbound in Austintown reduced to one lane tonight
AUSTINTOWN — Interstate 80 westbound just before the Ohio Turnpike will be reduced to one lane from
Chilly weather did not stop early shoppers at Eastwood Mall
NILES — Inside from the chilly, florescent-lighted parking lot of the Eastwood Mall in Niles,
T-shirts featured in Black Friday shopping spree
BOARDMAN — Lorie Barber of New Middletown, and her niece, Sarah Yantek, 12, of Cleveland, made
Shoppers out early today for special deals
BOARDMAN — Velvet Wade, 12, of New Castle, was the first through the doors when Best Buy opened at
HMHP gets $250,000 for tobacco treatment
The money will be used to fund treatment, behavioral counseling and medication for adults.
TABBY’S TRANSPLANT
7-year-old receives heart ahead of 21 nonmatches STRUTHERS — Twenty-two will probably become
Police face cutbacks in budget in Sharon
The police chief would do without new flooring, but would like communications upgrades.
State Theatre razing on track, officials say
YOUNGSTOWN — The final stages of the State Theatre demolition need to go slowly, but will still be
Organizers hope Turkey Trot becomes racers’ holiday tradition
The run is one of several activities the East Palestine chamber has initiated. EAST PALESTINE
Penguins win behind Crosby, Malkin, 5-3
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored a goal and set up two by Evgeni Malkin in a 5:35 span of
Cavs roll to easy win at home
LeBron James played only 17 minutes in the 117-82 rout of Oklahoma City. CLEVELAND (AP) — On a
Sports world to feel crunch of auto industry’s sponsors
Guys like Tiger Woods and LeBron James won’t feel it nearly as much as other sports standouts.
Mountaineers still remember loss
Pitt’s 13-9 win a year ago cost West Virginia a shot at the national championship. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Indians aren’t making any cuts
The Tribe has an estimated $57 million committed to 11 players next season. CLEVELAND —
State Theatre
State Theatre History lesson In the late 1800s the State Theatre was a meat market and butcher
Grants allow for Struthers projects
A culvert along part of Fifth Street will be replaced beginning next year. STRUTHERS — A
Phantoms play for first place
YOUNGSTOWN — First place is on the line for the Mahoning Valley Phantoms in two games against the
Eagles’ McNabb has big game
He threw four touchdown passes in Philadelphia’s 48-20 rout of the Cardinals. PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
Texas wins easily, now the waiting gets tough
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — All Texas and Colt McCoy can do now is wait. McCoy passed for two touchdowns,
Families find silver lining in economic hardship
Not able to buy what they used to for Christmas, they take joy in simple pleasures. NEW LEBANON,
NBA ROUNDUP \ Thursday’s game
Magic 105, Wizards 90 WASHINGTON — Dwight Howard had 26 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks, and
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A suburban Philadelphia woman suspected of dozens of graffiti tags was
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A suburban Philadelphia woman suspected of dozens of graffiti tags was
LOCAL
LOCAL Tom Miller judges championship fight Rama, Ontario, Canada — Tom Miller of Mineral Ridge
Titans back on track in Detroit
Tennessee rebounded from its only defeat with a 47-10 rout of the Lions. DETROIT (AP) — The
DEBORAH DELISLE
DEBORAH DELISLE Background Background on Deborah Delisle, Ohio’s new superintendent of
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Thursday’s games
MEN Maryland 80, No. 5 Michigan State 62 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Greivis Vasquez and Dave Neal
Steelers’ schedule gets tougher
Their next four opponents are a combined 31-13 and only one is at home. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Jan. deadline approaches for firefighter certification
Firefighters will have to renew certification every three years. COLUMBUS — Jan. 24 is the
Blue Jays still hope to re-sign Burnett
TORONTO (AP) — Paul Beeston thinks the Blue Jays still have a shot at re-signing pitcher A.J.
Ohio leaders want bonuses for veterans
Ohio leaders want bonuses for veterans COLUMBUS — State leaders want to give a Christmas bonus to
New Castle man, 24, dies in 1-vehicle crash on Thanksgiving
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A 24-year-old New Castle man was killed in a one-vehicle crash Thanksgiving
Senators 2, Maple Leafs 1, SO
Senators 2, Maple Leafs 1, SO OTTAWA — Jason Spezza and Daniel Alfredsson scored in a shootout to
Today is Friday, Nov. 28, the 333rd day of 2008. There are 33 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Nov. 28, the 333rd day of 2008. There are 33 days left in the year. On this date in
New Ohio schools chief takes charge Monday
Deborah Delisle, who will earn $194,500 per year, will meet with Youngstown educators next week.
Romo has Cowboys rolling once again
The quarterback led a 34-9 victory Thursday over the Seahawks. IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Dallas
if you go
if you go Who: Q-Tip and The Cool Kids When: 7 p.m. Thursday Where: House of Blues, 308 Euclid
“Insofar as we are concerned, both its description and its intent were that of a pirate ship.
Opinion: “Insofar as we are concerned, both its description and its intent were that of a pirate ship. Only
Beginners should play bigger pots
The best players in the world rely on small ball poker when playing in No Limit Hold’em tournaments.
the scoop
the scoop just do something Rock band Death Cab for Cutie has joined the Grammy Foundation
Brightman’s success came over time
On the surface, it seems to have been quite a year for superstar soprano Sarah Brightman, who this
Concert pushes music to edge
After achieving pop rock success over the past year with hit singles “Apologize (Remix)” (featuring
“The Polar Express” (8 p.m., ABC): Be sure to get to the station in time for “The
“The Polar Express” (8 p.m., ABC): Be sure to get to the station in time for “The Polar Express.”
Post office event to help with packages for troops
Post office event to help with packages for troops YOUNGSTOWN — The last call for sending holiday
DVRs change habits of television viewers
Time-shifting is rendering Nielsen ratings obsolete. NEW YORK — Figuring out a prime-time
Mailbox replacement
Mailbox replacement YOUNGSTOWN — An approved standard replacement mailbox and post will be
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Tennessee 47, Detroit 10 Dallas 34, Seattle 9 Arizona at Philadelphia, 8:15
A setback for Chavez
Scripps Howard: Against the odds, the Venezuelan opposition delivered a stiff rebuff in Sunday’s
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. “Dancing With The Stars,” ABC. 2. “CSI:
Fresh Christmas trees become big-box staple
Some families still prefer to get their trees the old-fashioned way. CHICAGO (AP) — As Christmas
E-mail about stores contains false warning
An ominous e-mail has made the round of inboxes recently, warning shoppers not to purchase gift
30-year mortgage rates fall to 5.76%
Only those with good credit and equity in their homes will be able to refinance. MIAMI (AP) —
In wake of election, patriotism surges
RALEIGH, N.C. — Ronnie Chapman has hidden away his American flag for much of the past eight years.
Mutual fund fees likely to rise, experts say
Brace yourself: Your mutual fund fees are likely to rise next year. Management fees often are tied
Choking game can be fatal
Kris Marceno was an actor, a singer, a bright student with a wide circle of friends. But on Nov. 2,
Hobart next up for Purple Raiders on Saturday
The Statesmen are fulfilling a dream of Coach Mike Cragg to play Mount Union. ALLIANCE –
Fairness Doctrine concerns some
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — “Censorship,” talk-show host Rush Limbaugh exclaimed. “Absurd,” claims
Cutting food waste to save money
Getting rid of trays to cut food waste has cut costs for one university. Experts in the food
Lawsuit filed over denial of permits
The lawsuit asks for more than $65 million in damages. HUBBARD — Trans Rail America and Sienna
how to tell
how to tell Your child may be playing the game if: He has bloodshot eyes or marks around the
Niles’ Lyell headlines New Castle fight card
“Presenting competitive fights is the main objective, and our first show will clearly prove this.”
ALMOST THERE: Bennet Bruno of East Palestine makes a strong finish as he approaches the end of the
ALMOST THERE: Bennet Bruno of East Palestine makes a strong finish as he approaches the end of the
Stores offering more than just deals for shoppers
Just in case massive markdowns aren’t enough to persuade shoppers to fork over cash for presents on
Choosy seniors can save on prescriptions
Opinion: The six-week annual open season for choosing health care options is under way. If you, or someone
Afghans still using terror as a weapon
Opinion: “Afghanistan is the most foreign country in the world,” says William Wood, the American ambassador
More shoplifting expected this holiday
Retail analysts expect the economy to push more people to shoplift and buy stolen goods this holiday
FOOTBALL ohio State championship pairings DIVISION I
FOOTBALL ohio State championship pairings DIVISION I Cle. St. Ignatius (13-1) vs. Cin. Elder
Honey can be deadly for infants
Q. I appreciate you writing about home remedies for children when they come down with colds, but I
REGION
REGION James, Microsoft end deal CLEVELAND — LeBron James and Microsoft Corp. have lost their
Mahoning County officials get only one year to dial 911
Editorial: When he appeared before The Vindicator’s editorial board prior to the Nov. 4 general election,
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Tiffany Estremera, Youngstown, boy, Nov. 26. Carri Sheely, New
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade wows the crowd
More than a million people showed up to watch the 82nd annual parade, organizers said. NEW YORK
CLUB CALENDAR | Area groups announce activities
AUXILIARIES SBlt Girard Eagles 2172 Auxiliary will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the back hall. The
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Jason Hagens, indictment dismissed. State v. Kamajit Singh,
OVI TASK FORCE
OVI TASK FORCE Boardman results The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force
Bush praises approval of Iraq agreement
CAMP DAVID, Md. (AP) — President Bush on Thursday applauded Iraq’s parliamentary vote approving an
Flames from fireplace ignite wall, cause $8,500 in damage to home
WARREN — A house caught fire Thursday afternoon after flames from the fireplace ignited a nearby
‘Benjamin Button’ stuck to the script
‘Benjamin Button’ stuck to the script NEW YORK — David Fincher spent five years making the soon-
Iraqis OK security pact with U.S.
According to the agreement, U.S. troops must leave Iraq by the end of 2011. BAGHDAD — Iraqi
Bomb kills at least 4 near U.S. Embassy
The bombing in Afghanistan took place before a Thanksgiving Day foot race. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP)
Those crazy, hazy days of the ’08 election
Opinion: On more than one occasion, someone asks me, “Are you glad the election is over?” I have mixed
World’s oldest woman dies in Indiana at 115
World’s oldest woman dies in Indiana at 115 SHELBYVILLE, Ind. — Edna Parker, who became the
Q-Tip has big plans for album
When Tribe Called Quest rapper Q-Tip decided to create his sophomore solo album, the recently
Not fit for a lab rat
Opinion: Not fit for a lab rat EDITOR: A group of Youngstown State University students recently
Grandson must be held accountable for theft
Dear Annie: I recently found out that my 14-year-old grandson has been taking money from my
Formula is for freshening, not unclogging, drains
Dear Heloise: I remember reading the formula for drain cleaning in your column. It was baking soda
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
CHRISTMAS CONCERT Mercer County The public is invited to hear the annual Christmas Concert
Tough schedule awaits Steelers
Tough schedule awaits Steelers The next four weeks for the Pittsburgh Steelers will be the
Homeowners await repairs to Ike-damaged roofs
Many owners of property in need of repair have had to wait weeks for temporary preventive measures.
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 1st—Danny-O (Merriman)31.0012.407.00 Four By Four Mouse
Ursuline, L-B set for Saturday
Ursuline, L-B set for Saturday Both teams have fallen short in their quest for a state title in
FRIDAY
FRIDAY Nightlife Rachell Joy, 7 p.m., Atmosphere Cafe, 815 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; (330)
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