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Phantoms rally for 4-3 win over Motor City

YOUNGSTOWN — For the first time this season the Mahoning Valley Phantoms found a way to win despite


Penguins have had no luck in first two weeks of the season

Sometime no luck is better than the luck of the Youngstown State men’s basketball team. The


Disappointment in ’07 was motivation for Ursuline’s championship

MASSILLON — The seed for the Ursuline High football team’s Division V state championship was planted

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Thousands take journey to Christmas past in Mill Creek Park

YOUNGSTOWN – JoAnn Gray walks by Lanterman’s Mill in Mill Creek Park countless times during the year


Youngstown Air Reserve unit plans mosquito mission to N.D.

WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) _ A Mahoning Valley-based unit of the U.S. Air Force Reserve has scheduled


Beaver police outline strategy to prevent becoming crime victim

NORTH LIMA — When it comes to protecting your home, your car, your family or yourself, the most


You, too, can prevent fires during holiday season, official says

YOUNGSTOWN — Is fire prevention on your Christmas “to-do” list? Capt. Alvin Ware, head of the


Theft-in-office trial of Columbiana health chief to begin

LISBON — Four and a half years after Columbiana County Health Commissioner Robert Morehead’s


500 Youngstown sixth-graders to target environmental problems

YOUNGSTOWN — Identifying and resolving environmental problems in the city will be the task of some


Consolidated work among Valley police departments cracks burglary rings

AUSTINTOWN — On Jan. 23, 2007, Austintown Patrolman Ross Linert was checking businesses in the


Mahoning Township looking to improve dangerous intersection

About 25 people attended the meeting, and many of them suggested other solutions.


Remember someone special through the Angel Fund

For a donation of $5 or more, a light will be placed on the trees in honor or in memory of someone special.


Ohio and Pa. dog licenses available Monday

Renewal applications were mailed to dog owners last week.


Prediction in week five comes true

Ursuline’s junior linebacker, Jamel Turner, sensed no team could beat the Irish. MASSILLON —


UPSCALE DOWNTOWN Luxury apartments detail heart-of-city location

111Momentum is growing even though the $8 million renovation of the downtown building is only


Police seek driver who dragged body at drive-through

The car fled the South Side McDonald’s, and police found the body blocks away. YOUNGSTOWN —


YSU’s rally wasted in loss

YSU rallied from a 14-point deficit only to lose its fourth game to St. Francis, 66-65.


Rangers shatter Phantom win skein

The Phantoms face Motor City Machine tonight at the Chevrolet Centre. BOARDMAN — Aaron


YSU’s Sweet awarded high marks from board

The positive evaluation also came with a list of improvements for the president of the university.


YMCA launches fund-raising campaign

The Trumbull YMCA hopes to raise about $200,000 by March 1. WARREN — In the midst of an


Kmic sets rushing mark in Mount Union’s romp

Nate Kmic broke R.J. Bowers’ NCAA Division III career rushing record. ALLIANCE – Mount Union


Season begins with low notes

The Tuba Christmas coordinator said the program’s expansion is cause for a larger venue next year.

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It’s no gamble: Her future was in the cards

Esther Rossi, a Youngstown native, has played poker professionally for 20 years. LAS VEGAS,


FEDERATED CLUBS

WEDNESDAY • Past Officers will meet at noon for a Christmas luncheon at Piccadilly Parlor Tea


He needs to get the message about misbehaving

Dear Annie: I’m not sure how to handle a situation with my husband. Our cell phones look identical.


Kent State falters, 77-71, to Texas A&M in meet

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas — Bryan Davis had 15 points and 13 rebounds, and Josh Carter sank a big


National Hockey League

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA N.Y.


Lawrence County to start sale of dog licenses

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County dog licenses will be for sale starting Monday. Renewal


OSU roll easily against Samford

Ohio State held its opponent to its lowest total in 69 years, 59-22. COLUMBUS (AP) — Thad Matta


DOG LICENSES | Mahoning County

The Mahoning County dog warden’s office is announcing the sale of 2009 dog licenses. Ohio law


AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP Saturday’s games

WOMEN Westminster 68, Mount Union 60, OT ALLIANCE — Amy Dolsak (McDonald) tied a career-high


Warren house fire likely started in kitchen

WARREN — Firefighters said something left unattended in a kitchen may be to blame for a house fire.


Bennett leads East to victory

She scored 17 points in a 66-34 win over Cleveland Glenville. CLEVELAND — Chelsea Bennett scored


Teen dies in shooting during home invasion

The Youngstown teen was killed during a struggle with one of the victims. YOUNGSTOWN — An


Shut-in services lose help in down economy

AKRON (AP) — Agencies that provide meals for shut-ins say they’re struggling to cope with rising


Students’ human ribbon to mark World AIDS Day

Participants will hold red glow sticks to create an illuminated ribbon. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. —


YSU is no match for Pitt, 99-42

Penguins’ senior forward Nikita LaFleur was named to the all-tournament team. PITTSBURGH, Pa. — A


YSU FOOTBALL

YSU FOOTBALL Criticism of YSU coach Jon Heacock is unfair Fanfare: I read with some


Irish all the way

Ursuline achieves perfection, wins state football title MASSILLON — Last year, Ursuline got a


Southern California dominates N.D., 38-3

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The outcome of Saturday night’s Notre Dame-Southern California game was decided


NOTEBOOK \ Ursuline vs. Liberty-Benton

Support: Senior lineman Dan Baco said last year’s co-captains were watching on the sidelines — Lamar


St. Ignatius bags 10th title for record

CANTON — Andrew Holland passed for 208 yards and three touchdowns to lead Cleveland St. Ignatius to


TOP 25 ROUNDUP Saturday’s men’s games

No. 4 Pittsburgh 57, Washington St. 43 NEWARK, N.J. — Sam Young scored 15 points and Levance


Library puts out call for donors

The library has a month left to reach its fund-raising goal. SHARON, Pa. — At the Community


NBA ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games

Knicks 138, Warriors 125 NEW YORK — Chris Duhon had a franchise-record 22 assists, David Lee had


NHL roundup \ Saturday’s other games

Oilers 4, Blues 2 ST. LOUIS — Shawn Horcoff had a goal and an assist in the third period and


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Week 13 NY JETS8Denver BUFFALO61‚Ñ2San Francisco TAMPA BAY4New


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Sluggers — has tryouts for the 14-15 Babe Ruth team on Sundays. Call (330) 720-4938. BB


No. 25 Wisconsin has fifth triumph, 67-46

The Badgers committed only six turnovers Saturday in a dominating performance. MADISON, Wis. —


Crosby’s first hat trick gives Penguins 4-1 win

Pittsburgh also snapped the New Jersey Devils five-game winning streak. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney


Priest: If you voted for Obama, better head to confession now

The bishop of the diocese disagrees with the priest. MODESTO, Calif. — Father Joseph Illo,


Living downtown

Living downtown Costs apartments Rent: $1,400 to $1,800 per month. Utilities: Water


CELEBRATION DOUSING: Ursuline coach Dan Reardon, left, gets sprayed with water by running back

CELEBRATION DOUSING: Ursuline coach Dan Reardon, left, gets sprayed with water by running back


The Youngstown State University Board of Trustees and President David C. Sweet jointly developed a

The Youngstown State University Board of Trustees and President David C. Sweet jointly developed a


Steelers begin tough stretch in N. England

The Patriors are impressed by the Steelers’ defense, among the best in the NFL. FOXBOROUGH, Mass.


Auto bailout talks reach critical week

WASHINGTON — General Motors, Ford and Chrysler continue to lobby Congress for a $25 billion loan


Cancer center seeks contributions to Angel Fund

SHARON, Pa. — Sharon Regional Health System Auxiliary is supporting patients at the health system’s


TODAY

TODAY 9 a.m. (FSN Ohio) College football: “Buckeye Football Replay.” 9:30 a.m. (FSN Ohio)


courts

courts COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked William Duck, 1617 Maple Ave., Wellsville, vs. Lori


YOUNGSTOWN STATE

YOUNGSTOWN STATE Wednesday — Women’s basketball vs. St. Francis, 7:05 p.m. Thursday — Men’s


SENIOR CITIZENS

1418 auxiliary • 1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at The Oak View. John Texter


DOCTORS

DOCTORS Earns chiropractic degree Heather Allene Heck of New Springfield has received a


About 33 million Americans report depression caused by the onset of winter.

About 33 million Americans report depression caused by the onset of winter. Claire Gliddon is


Mercer County Crime Solvers Crime of the week

Officials need your helping in solving this crime: Crime: Smash-and-grab convenience store


“The Simpsons” (8 p.m., Fox): On “The Simpsons,” a happy Lisa gets her very

“The Simpsons” (8 p.m., Fox): On “The Simpsons,” a happy Lisa gets her very own Mypod at the Mapple


Jugenheimer 60th is celebrated at family dinner

• HUBBARD — Mr. and Mrs. William Jugenheimer, 543 Elmwood Drive, celebrated their 60th wedding


Mr. and Mrs. Klein celebrate 50th at the Saxon Club

• AUSTINTOWN — George and Ann Klein of Austintown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a


JENNIFER MATEJA/ERNEST ZAVORAL JR.

JENNIFER MATEJA ERNEST ZAVORAL JR. • CANFIELD — Jennifer Marie Mateja, 147 Grant Ave., Bellevue,


GARDEN CLUBS

mondaY • Woodland will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the senior citizens room at the post office building.


JACLYN NICHOLS/JAMES DISIBIO

JACLYN NICHOLS JAMES DISIBIO • BOARDMAN — Westminster Presbyterian Church was the setting at 2:30


Faith-based group pushes for plan to save more from foreclosure

WASHINGTON — A national coalition of faith-based organizations has launched an effort to push the


Salem Youth Chorus to present Christmas concerts at 5 locations

The Salem Youth Chorus will perform a concert titled “A Christmas Pastorale,” featuring sacred


Mysteries wrapped in holiday fashion

”Murder With All the Trimmings” by Elaine Viets (Obsidian $6.99) The commercial aspects of


FORCING BULBS \ How to do it

As Sue Chapin says, forcing paperwhites and amaryllis bulbs is “pure enjoyment” — and just a little


Nothing dim about these bulbs

Nothing dim about these bulbs Some fans say that seeing the beautiful flowers in the middle of


Add a little liquor and they’ll stay upright

Let’s get into the holiday spirit(s) a little early: Give your paperwhites a little nip of gin,


Holiday flower show winners announced

YOUNGSTOWN — “Festive of Joy” was the theme for arrangements submitted for the holiday flower show


Monday Musical to sponsor collection at concert as Rescue Mission benefit

The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay CONCERTED EFFORT: Funds for the Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley


SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Midday Connection, for seniors, will meet at 11 a.m. Friday at the fellowship hall of Western


Family celebrates Sandines’ 70th at Thanksgiving dinner party

• YOUNGSTOWN — Honored at a family dinner on Thanksgiving Day, marking the occasion of their 70th


‘808s & Heartbreak’

‘808s & Heartbreak’ Kanye West (Roc-a-Fella) Grade: C Kanye West has finally graduated from


Using laughter to treat illnesses

Medical experts say laughter reduces stress and promotes relaxation. NEW YORK (AP) — The off-color


Axl Rose wants apology, payment from Dr Pepper

Axl Rose wants apology, payment from Dr Pepper LOS ANGELES — Axl Rose and the band are bubbling


Killers shoot for weird on new album

The band’s third album, ‘Day & Age,’ is its most experimental. NEW YORK (AP) — The Killers are


‘High School Musical’ karaoke contest at mall

‘High School Musical’ karaoke contest at mall YOUNGSTOWN — Tickets for Disney’s “High School


Kansas feedyards experience sharp decline in cattle

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — At a time when the consumer appetite for beef is waning amid the economic


Women business owners make tough calls

Some women business owners are laying off staff. Others are turning away less-profitable work. Yet


MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY • Mau Mil Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a Christmas meeting at 6


Justice Stevens shows no signs he’s ready to quit

The justice regularly commutes between the court and his home in Florida. WASHINGTON (AP) — Only


Skiing a West Coast favorite

There’s lots to do around the area if you don’t feel like hitting the slopes. MOUNT BACHELOR,


Publishers Weekly best-sellers For the week ending Nov. 22

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. ”Cross Country” by James Patterson (Little, Brown, $27.99) 2. ”The


REgion

REgion Franchise of the Year YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown-based franchisee Rob Palmer recently


if you go

if you go Who: Leahy with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where:


Ethanol industry has signs of merge

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The first salvo may have been fired in a long-awaited shakeout for the U.S.


A GREEN WHITE HOUSE

Will the Obamas make their new home environmentally friendly? There have already been ecofriendly


French Canadian step dance combines with Celtic sounds

Leahy hopes to bring a lot of fun to Youngstown. When Doug Leahy was growing up in Canada with


Eight is more than enough

Editorial: Eight is more than enough A squabble over how Trumbull County should spend $1.5 million to upgrade


Army leaders brace for surge in stress-related disorders

About four in 10 soldiers have served more than one deployment. FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) — Some


‘Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe’

‘Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe’ (Midway) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 Genre: Fighting; Rating: T


Auditor makes Youngstown an offer it should not refuse

Editorial: The $45 million publicly owned sports and entertainment arena in downtown Youngstown has been in


Gage fills in for injured conductor

YSU prof excited by opportunity He has been a conductor for 30 years. YOUNGSTOWN — When the


Both vulnerable. North deals.

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA K 7 5 uA 7 v10 4 wQ 8 7 4 3 WEST EAST xQ J 6 4


Online black market valued at nearly $300M

SAN FRANCISCO — The value of the underground Internet economy in fraud and stolen goods topped $276


MOUTH-WATERING FARE: Charlie Staples shows some of the ribs for which his West Rayen Avenue

MOUTH-WATERING FARE: Charlie Staples shows some of the ribs for which his West Rayen Avenue


MAKING SUGGESTIONS \ What designers would do

The Associated Press asked several interior designers to suggest Obama-style changes for the White


CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,


Events to raise funds for children’s hospital

Events to raise funds for children’s hospital WARREN — Howard Hanna Real Estate will host two


Top 10

Top 10 Best U.S. and Canadian hotels From Travel+Leisure magazine’s 2008 reader poll (last


Winter Festival of Lights

Winter Festival of Lights The Oglebay Resort & Conference Center in Wheeling, W.Va., hosts the


Irish record first Division V shutout in 23 years, scoring two defensive touchdowns

Irish record first Division V shutout in 23 years, scoring two defensive touchdowns “We all had


Traficant has not asked for a break

Opinion: President Bush’s latest list of pardons made national news last week — but received passing mention


Purple Raiders win big

Purple Raiders win big Mount Union’s Nate Kmic became the all-time leading rusher in NCAA Division


’TWILIGHT’:

A dream come true The idea for Stephenie Meyer’s tale of vampiric teen romance came to her


Christmastime is perfect time for some romance

u Lezlie Patterson is a former columnist for The State newspaper in Columbia, S.C. Readers may send


New Orleans museum offers free admission

New Orleans museum offers free admission NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Museum of Art — already


Howard Hanna offices plan Chow Chow events

Howard Hanna offices plan Chow Chow events BOARDMAN — Area Howard Hanna Real Estate offices will


Designer touts personal flair

Designer touts personal flair In barely more than a decade in the business, Celerie Kemble has


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Brookfield school board special meeting, 7:30 p.m., high school cafeteria.


UNOPENED AND VALUABLE: Seemingly worthless things sometimes turn out to be treasures. This 1950s box

UNOPENED AND VALUABLE: Seemingly worthless things sometimes turn out to be treasures. This 1950s box


mountaineer results

mountaineer results late friday 7th—Evan’s Em (Whitney)5.603.603.20 Honor the Sword


Box of soap with rare card cleans up at auction

terry kovel \ Antiques and collecting Look in the basement. Sometimes the old boxes of soap near


Still going: Energizer Bunny hits 20th year

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Turns out he really does just keep going and going. The Energizer Bunny, the


House fire leaves owner injured in Fowler

FOWLER— A fire at a township home sent the homeowner to Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren with


U.S. increases number of deportations

Experts aren’t sure whether deportations are effective in controlling the problem. CHICAGO (AP) —


CLASSIC CARS, CRAZY SIGHTS

To see wacky memorabilia, cruise through this museum The Canton Classic Car Museum boasts 45


supreme court At a glance

The members of the Supreme Court, by age: John Paul Stevens, 88 Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 75


2008, The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.

2008, The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.


Shelter program

Shelter program YOUNGSTOWN — Help Hotline Crisis Center will kick off its 2008-2009 Cold Weather


girls BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S results

girls BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S results EAST 66, CLEVELAND GLENVILLE 34 EAST (1-0) — Beverly Bryant


Illegal immigrants \ Deportations

A look at the number of deportations by Immigration and Customs Enforcement nationally and through


Why do we pay more than anyone else for gasoline?

Opinion: Why do we pay more than anyone else for gasoline? EDITOR: Having noticed that gasoline prices


information

information If you go MOUNT BACHELOR: About 20 miles from Bend, Ore., and 185 miles from


Madonna’s film about orphans to air on Sundance Channel

Madonna wrote, produced and narrated the documentary. NEW YORK (AP) — Madonna’s awakening to the


Trumbull YMCA

Trumbull YMCA Fund-raising campign People interested in donating are asked to call the YMCA at


TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s women’s games

No. 20 Ohio State 72, Boston U. 47 COLUMBUS — Andrea Walker had 14 points and Samantha Prahalis


Pastor who helped insert ‘under God’ in pledge dies

President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the bill on Flag Day. ALEXANDRIA, Pa. (AP) — The Rev.


NFL PREVIEW \ Today’s games

INDIANAPOLIS at CLEVELAND Time: 1 p.m. TV/radio: (27) (19); WKBN-AM (570), WNCD-FM (93.3)


Indy to face deflated Browns

Cleveland has little to play for against a Colts team seeking the playoffs. CLEVELAND (AP) — The


Some say they believe God’s will catapulted Obama to White House

“I can’t speak for God, but I believe there was something for Mr. Obama to do, and he was called to


School principal grew up homeless

School was his haven because he had a place to stay for seven hours. DAYTON (AP) — The pupils


MERCER COUNTY Sentencings

These people were sentenced recently in Mercer County Common Pleas Court. According to court


Vindicator file photo

Vindicator file photo CITY SIDEWALKS: The Saturday after Thanksgiving in 1956 found little room to


Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Adrian J. Johnson The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is


Births for 2008-11-30

Area births


Survivors recall the horrors of attacks in Mumbai, India

One woman said she felt the soul of a nearby victim leave his body. MUMBAI, India — About two


FCS PLAYOFFS ROUNDUP Saturday’s first-round games

Northern Iowa 40, Maine 15 CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Pat Grace threw two long touchdown passes to Jarred


SENIOR MENU

Mahoning county Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations


Today is Sunday, Nov. 30, the 335th day of 2008. There are 31 days left in the year. On this date in

Today is Sunday, Nov. 30, the 335th day of 2008. There are 31 days left in the year. On this date in


Common laxative solves acne problem

Q. As a teenager, I was blessed with relatively few blemishes. Now in my mid-20s, I have developed


Prioritize before making donations, experts advise

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — As the holiday season approaches, charities typically anticipate a surge in


It takes a lot of training to kick that high

A little over 300 kicks is what professional dancer and Medina native Katie Russell averages during


ALL MY CHILDREN

ALL MY CHILDREN In her fantasy world, Annie still believed that Ryan loves her, and claimed to


Visitors travel for a taste of local barbecue

An area restaurant is completing a major expansion despite the economic slowdown.

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Youngstown & Mahoning County

Youngstown & Mahoning County CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS “Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Holiday Fun


India has got to confront Muslim, Hindu terrorists

Opinion: NEW DELHI, India — Terrorist attacks have shattered the peace in more than half a dozen Indian


The car of the future — but at what cost?

WASHINGTON — Many members of Congress believe they know what the car company of the future should


GM wins Car of the Year award in Europe

Opinion: The news for General Motors was fabulous. And for Ford it was just an eyelash short of that. It


Forget gift cards; it’s a green Christmas

Last year, as other journalists criticized gift cards, I wrote a column expressing why I love them


Mattozzi’s 3-point goal lifts Fitch past Poland

The sophomore gave the Falcons a 51-48 win in the season opener for both teams. AUSTINTOWN —


TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games

No. 1 Alabama 36, Auburn 0 TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Already No. 1 in the nation, Alabama emphatically


Realty Towers

Realty Towers A look back The Realty Building has long been a landmark in downtown Youngstown:


area

area Curbstoners BOARDMAN — The Curbstone Coaches will not meet on Monday in observance of the


Supervisors discuss dangerous intersection

Talks are under way with a landfill operator to resolve the problem. HILLSVILE, Pa. — Mahoning


Rx for GM: A negotiated bankruptcy filing?

The UAW might offer a temporary rollback in wages for the duration of the credit crisis.


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