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Stories published November 29, 2008
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Teen killed during home invasion
Preston Williams of Youngstown was killed after several shots were fired inside a Clinton Street home during a home invasion.
Penguins come up one point short
YOUNGSTOWN — One of these days the Youngstown State men’s basketball team is going to play a full 40
Phantoms fall to Rangers in Showcase
BOARDMAN — Aaron Pietila’s two goals and a solid effort in net by Kevin Kissaw helped lift the
Ursuline scores first Div. V shutout in 23 years
“I thought it would have been a 54-52 barn-burner,” Reardon said.
Dead in drive-through
Police are looking for a fire-engine red Chevy Cavalier or Cobalt, driven by a white male in his 20s, with short brown hair.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS SBlt American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will have an annual
MARISSA CALKO/MIKE DRENSKI
MARISSA CALKO MIKE DRENSKI • YOUNGSTOWN — Living in Metairie, La., after their marriage on Aug, 30
JENNIFER SCHMIDT/RYAN WISE
JENNIFER SCHMIDT RYAN WISE • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — The wedding of Jennifer Marie Schmidt and
Pa. tax reminders mailed
Any properties not current by Dec. 31 will be placed on file with the Tax Claim Bureau.
Cedars show to help hospitalized worker
YOUNGSTOWN — A concert and auction to benefit Lindsey Hosking of Youngstown will begin at 7 p.m.
Valley works to rescue auto Union, politicians campaign to ‘Rev Up America’
One of every nine jobs is tied to the car industry, the local UAW president said. YOUNGSTOWN —
Church simulates ‘Night in Bethlehem’
The display is free and open to the public. LIBERTY — Many celebrate the birth of Christ and
WRTA collects tax through year-end, promises services
WRTA plans to have night and Saturday services running within a couple of months, but expanded
Mosley hits 21 as McDonald topples Girard
The Blue Devils’ junior also grabbed 12 rebounds in the 48-31 win. GIRARD — McDonald High
Museum for kids hosts Turkey Bash
The museum encourages hands-on learning. YOUNGSTOWN — With a magnifying glass held to his eye,
Supreme Court suspends Kafantaris’ law license
A state panel has recommended permanent disbarment. WARREN — The Ohio Supreme Court has agreed
Phantoms rally for shootout win
Jordy Trottier’s goal clinched a 3-2 win over Traverse City. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley
Liberty outlasts Champion 56-51 in season opener
Mindy Dykes helped rally the Leopards with an 18 point performance. LIBERTY — Mindy Dykes tossed
Farrell rolls into Class A semifinals
The Steelers posted a 31-0 rout of Cameron County on Friday. CLARION — Twelve in a row and
Freshman leads Howland to win
Erika Nites scored 20 points in the 54-42 win in the first game at Warren Harding’s new gym.
Grant awards to fund 4 parks
Needed improvements in Howland Township are possible through a state grant. Four local
Route 11 bridge project planned
An estimated $3.7 million resurfacing project is set to begin on the highway bridge in 2010.
Jackson Township has new police chief
NORTH JACKSON — Trustees have sworn in Kenneth P. Frost as new police chief of the Jackson Township
Sunday news shows | Scheduled guests
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Jack Reed, D-R.I., and
Business news digest
LOCAL Hospital names development director BOARDMAN — JoAnn Stock has been named director of
Suicide bomber outside mosque near Baghdad kills at least 12
BAGHDAD — A suicide bomber detonated explosives outside a Shiite mosque south of Baghdad on Friday,
More than 2,000 seek pardons from Bush in final days
He has issued fewer than half the number of pardons issued by former Presidents Clinton and Reagan.
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): November is National Alzheimer’s
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-TV 21): November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.
If it’s good for Citicorp, why not for GM?
Opinion: It will be years before we know whether government bailouts of financial and other institutions were
Agreement sets firm date for U.S. withdrawal from Iraq
Editorial: Agreement sets firm date for U.S. withdrawal from Iraq For years, President George W. Bush vetoed
“Final Justice” (9 p.m., CBS): Tim Masters is 37, the same age as Peggy Hettrick was
“Final Justice” (9 p.m., CBS): Tim Masters is 37, the same age as Peggy Hettrick was when she was
‘The Miracle Worker’ playwright dies at 94
‘The Miracle Worker’ playwright dies at 94 NEW YORK — Playwright William Gibson, whose “The
British socialism makes a comeback
Opinion: PORTSTEWART, Northern Ireland — British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, like legions of politicians
Pinched spenders suggest decline
With Black Friday-esque sales offered all month this year, the power of the landmark shopping day
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — When this 12-year-old talks, millions of preschoolers around the world
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — When this 12-year-old talks, millions of preschoolers around the world listen.
Penguins earn first victory
YSU defeated Weber State 67-60 in the first round of the Pittsburgh Thanksgiving Tournament.
Auto industry expects improved sales
November will be slightly better than October’s historic lows, but worse than last year. NEW YORK
area tennis
area tennis boardman league Scores: Orange 5, Blue 5. Silver 9, Gold 1. Crimson 5.5, Orange 4.5.
Late-fall fishing can be hit-or-miss
Seems like only a few weeks ago that I was getting the boat out of storage and double checking all
YSU MEN’S BASKETBALL
YSU MEN’S BASKETBALL Today Who: YSU (1-3) vs. ST. FRANCIS, Pa. (1-4) When: 7:05 p.m. Where:
French court allows sale of Sarkozy doll
PARIS (AP) _ A French appeals court says Voodoo dolls of President Nicolas Sarkozy may remain on
Lions to host party for special children
Lions to host party for special children YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Lions Club will host its 88th
Pets are an endangered species during holidays
Dear Readers: With the holidays right around the corner, indoor and outdoor decorations and festive
Buffalo pulls out 4-3 win over Pens
Paul Gaustad and Drew Stafford each scored twice for the Sabres. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Paul Gaustad
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Tennessee 47, Detroit 10 Dallas 34, Seattle 9 Philadelphia 48, Arizona 20
Indian officials said the blame appeared to point to Pakistan.
Indian officials said the blame appeared to point to Pakistan. MUMBAI, India (AP) — Indian
Cavaliers stay perfect at home
LeBron James led Cleveland to a 112-97 win over Golden State. CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James scored
NBA ROUNDUP \ Friday’s other games
Timberwolves 105, Thunder 103 OKLAHOMA CITY — Craig Smith scored a season-high 23 points, Mike
FBI to help probe attacks in India
Five Americans were among those killed in Mumbai. WASHINGTON (AP) — The government ordered FBI
Employee dies in path of shopper stampede
NEW YORK (AP) — A Wal-Mart worker was killed Friday when “out-of-control” shoppers desperate for
Nazi guard case may go to German fed court
The Cleveland resident is No. 2 on Israel’s Simon Wiesenthal Center’s ‘most wanted’ list of Nazi
COLLEGE HOOPS Ohio, Big Ten games
Illinois 69, Kent State 63 (OT) CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Mike Tisdale hit two free throws to force
Delphos St. John’s rolls in Div. VI title contest
The Blue Jays defeated top-seeded Hopewell-Loudon, 34-14. MASSILLON (AP) — Delphos St. John’s
Two shot dead in Toys ‘R’ Us in California
PALM DESERT, Calif. (AP) — Two people were shot to death in a crowded toy store on Black Friday in a
Pitt stuns West Virginia again
The Panthers scored in the final minute to post a 19-15 victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) — First, Pitt
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE \ Friday’s games
Kent St. 24, Buffalo 21 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Julian Edleman’s 25-yard touchdown pass to Jonathan
Program educates jailed juveniles
CLEVELAND (AP) — Juveniles behind bars are continuing their high school education thanks to a
Today is Saturday, Nov. 29, the 334th day of 2008. There are 32 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Nov. 29, the 334th day of 2008. There are 32 days left in the year. On this date
COLLEGE FOOTBALL \ Friday’s other games
Nebraska 40, Colorado 31 LINCOLN, Neb. — Alex Henery kicked a school-record 57-yard field goal
MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) — A standoff at a New Jersey bank is over after police learned
MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) — A standoff at a New Jersey bank is over after police learned a
Wildlife books make great gifts
If you’ve got some avid readers on your holiday gift list, here are some titles I enthusiastically
Voodoo festival relieves turmoil
Voodoo is a blend of Christan beliefs and African religions. MIAMI (AP) — Goat meat stewing on the
15-year-old seems bent on ruining her life
Dear Annie: I am a 19-year-old girl with wonderful parents. The problem is my 15-year-old sister,
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Janet Booth et al v. Jennifer King et al, complaint for damages.
Kettering Alter topples Steubenville for crown
The Knights rushed for more than 300 yards in handing Big Red its first loss of the year. CANTON
FRIDAY’S RESULTS
FRIDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL OHIO CHAMPIONSHIPS SCORES DIVISION II Sylvania Southview (15-0)
ROCK ON: Matt Melnek of Poland stands in line with his prizes, two Guitar Hero games, from the Best
ROCK ON: Matt Melnek of Poland stands in line with his prizes, two Guitar Hero games, from the Best
SERIOUSLY SHOPPING
Dedicated shoppers play hard to fuel thrill of Black Friday For some, the chase meant skipping a
friday’s College Football
friday’s College Football EAST Kent St. 24, Buffalo 21 Pittsburgh 19, West Virginia 15
SUPPORT: Spencer Steffens, 13, of Mecca, holds a handmade sign supporting the American auto
SUPPORT: Spencer Steffens, 13, of Mecca, holds a handmade sign supporting the American auto
BEIJING CONNECTION
Reardon family is hosting a Chinese exchange student John Dong, 15, is getting a close-up view of
Man shot while in car
Man shot while in car YOUNGSTOWN — Curtis Jackson showed up at St. Elizabeth Health Center around
Christians abandoning Iraqi city of Mosul
Opinion: SULAIMANIYAH, Iraq — Iraq is finding that it can’t even pay Christians to return to the troubled
Clinton at State
Clinton at State Los Angeles Times: In selecting his erstwhile opponent, Hillary Rodham Clinton,
Stocks end session with moderate gains
Friday was the first time the Dow rose for five consecutive sessions since July 2007. NEW YORK
nation
nation Red Sox hire Bogar BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox have hired former major leaguer and Tampa
Patriots ready for physical tilt
New England expects to have its hands full with the Steelers on Sunday. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) —
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