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Rock Hall Annex closing in January
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex in New York City will cease operations Sunday, Jan. 3, just over a year after its grand opening.
Gov. Strickland again denies clemency for killer Ken Biros
Governor again denies clemency for killer Ken Biros
State legislator pleased with plan to possibly restart Warren steel mill
State legislator encouraged with plan to restart Warren steel mill
Ohio's car insurance rates decrease for third straight year
Ohio's car insurance rates decrease for a third straight year
Ex-judge Cronin faces federal fraud counts for 'loans'
Ex-judge Cronin faces federal fraud counts for 'loans'
U.S. Route 30 in Hanoverton to be closed for three days beginning Monday
Route 30 in Hanoverton to be closed for repairs
Betts-Dinsmore engagement is announced
Betts-Dinsmore engagement is announced Announced is the engagement of Emily Betts, a daughter of
Brabant-Horvath wedding plans are announced
Brabant-Horvath wedding plans are announced The engagement and upcoming marriage of Jesse Allana
Crislip-Trebilcock wedding to be on Florida beach
Crislip-Trebilcock wedding to be on Florida beach VIENNA — Steve and Michelle Chiaro, 4945 Turkey
Cicero-Reddinger engagement is being announced
Cicero-Reddinger engagement is being announced The engagement of Tasia Cicero, 251 Aspen Drive,
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS • James and Christina Thompson of Mansfield are announcing the birth of their
Students to sponsor sale at McDonough Museum
Students to sponsor sale at McDonough Museum YOUNGSTOWN — The Student Art Association is
A coach to toast (and to roast)
Excerpt from a late July phone call with Mooney coach P.J. Fecko. FECKO: Sorry I didn’t get back
Three on three: Irish veterans make statement
DeAndre Harris, Allen Jones and David Rossi are three-year starters for Ursuline. YOUNGSTOWN
STATE ROUNDUP || News and notes
Two in a row? Ursuline could become the first area team to win back-to-back titles. Only three other
Ursuline’s Jones nabs D-5 honor
Ursuline senior running back Allen Jones shared offensive player of the year honors in Division V in
Instant replay: Howard again wins Mr. Football
COLUMBUS (AP) — Every game, it seemed, an opponent would say something to Erick Howard about his
Mooney, Ursuline success never gets old for alums
What do a geologist, a dentist and an engineer desire Friday? Victory for their teams in state
Big 2nd quarter lifts Eagles
Hubbard pulled away to beat Niles 58-34. NILES — Hubbard’s balanced offense jumped to an early
Review of Webb calls for results
There must be improvement, or the district must ‘move on,’ the board president says.
Pavlik expects acquittal in domestic-violence case
The domestic-violence charge is a felony because of the victim’s pregnancy. YOUNGSTOWN —
Letter seeks to disqualify officer’s promotion
The police chief said he strongly disagrees with the safety-service director’s letter. WARREN
Youngstown council refuses consulting contracts
The problems will be discussed at a council community-development agency meeting. YOUNGSTOWN
Trees promote nonprofit groups
Many of the Christmas trees have a theme similar to the organization they represent. It’s
Campbell council faces wrath over burglaries
Residents expressed frustration over several issues. CAMPBELL — Residents bombarded city
Legislation would give college grads tax break
Recipients must commit to staying in Ohio at least five years. COLUMBUS — Ohio college
Consumer Reports: Cruze most significant car of L.A. car show
Critics are raving about the Cruze, which is stealing the spotlight at the L.A. car show after it was introduced Wednesday. GM used the LA show to show off a Cruze built at its Lordstown complex for the first time.
Will everybody love Ray Romano in ‘Men of a Certain Age’?
LOS ANGELES — Ray Romano isn’t really into bromances. Though his first series since “Everybody
Obama’s strategy tells world principles matter
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Critics on the left and the right have skewered President Obama for his speech laying
Artie Gras is the weekly outdoor artist bazaar in the Quaker Steak & Lube parking lot in
Artie Gras is the weekly outdoor artist bazaar in the Quaker Steak & Lube parking lot in downtown
matchup \ Mooney-DeSales
CARDINAL MOONEY (14-0) Coach: P.J. Fecko, 10th year, 93-32 Assistants: Paul Palumbo, Brendan
Lawrence County property taxes rise
The state still owes $900,000 to the county. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County residents will
Nation & World Digest
House panel votes to add restraints to Wall Street WASHINGTON — House Democrats cleared a crucial
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Miss Motor Mouth walks on thin ice Kathy
B.E. Taylor creates a holiday tradition
When contemporary Christian singer B.E. Taylor started performing Christmas shows in 1996, the
Men’s top 25 \ Wednesday’s other games
No. 1 Kansas 98, Alcorn St. 31 LAWRENCE, Kan. — Cole Aldrich had 13 points and 16 rebounds, and
nfl notebook News & notes
Steelers: Wide receiver Hines Ward extended his apology to quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to all of
Browns’ Lewis may retire
Browns’ Lewis may retire Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis was placed on IR with
Movie listings
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
AREA CD RATES
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Dec. 2. All
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Kelly Artis, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 1. Michele Paige and
NEWSMAKERS || Baxter of ‘Family Ties’ reveals she’s a lesbian
Baxter of ‘Family Ties’ reveals she’s a lesbian NEW YORK — Meredith Baxter, who played mother
‘Brothers’ is a keeper
“Brothers” is a movie built on that jarring disconnect between combat zone and “back home.” Part
Auto show focuses on affordable small cars
LOS ANGELES — Forget the supercars and green machines. At this year’s LA Auto Show, the emphasis is
‘Everybody’s Fine’ has a major flaw
Some films seem natural and effortless. Others, like “Everybody’s Fine,” must go through all sorts
Theater premiere will be ‘Wonderful Night’
SHARON, Pa. — The premiere of “It’s a Wonderful Night,” a musical comedy for the holiday season,
Once a European pop star, Croatia’s Tajci shares spirit
YOUNGSTOWN — Granted, singer Tajci (pronounced TY-chee) may not be a household name in America, but
Ex-Valley resident compiles TV guide to holiday specials
Joanna Wilson is a “bona fide popular-culture expert and researcher.” That’s how Wilson, a former
Sheriff’s department joins Weed and Seed
Seasonal law-enforcement sweeps will be citywide, police said. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
Metro digest
Beshara ruling affirmed YOUNGSTOWN — A three-judge panel of the 7th District Court of Appeals has
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Youngstown City Council Safety Committee, 1:30 p.m., council caucus room. XAGENDA
Reader says vitamin C cured son’s hives
Q. My son, age 14, has suffered from chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives) for five years. Several
Oakland’s annual holiday fundraiser is a real drag
YOUNGSTOWN — For some area theater fans, the holiday season means only one thing: a return visit to
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2009. There are 28 days left in the year. On this date
Pitt hopes to slow Bearcats’ offense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cincinnati’s undefeated Bearcats generate offense like they’re playing a video
Time to rethink foreign policy moves
Opinion: As many had predicted, the election of Barack Obama triggered a surge of goodwill for the United
Delphi salaried retirees testify about pensions
Two local retirees of Delphi Packard Electric told a House subcommittee that their pension plans
Dixon’s strong debut impresses teammates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers lost a game and found a quarterback. They already have a
Afghan proposal divides lawmakers
WASHINGTON — The Obama administration sent what many lawmakers saw as vague and sometimes confusing
Mahoning County Court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher McCoy, 34, 32 N. Jackson St., Youngstown, and
Obama’s troop pullout plan serves notice to the Afghans
Editorial: Obama’s troop pullout plan serves notice to the Afghans President Barack Obama’s 92-day review of
Niles misses deadline, loses EPA funds
By JORDAN COHEN NILES — The superintendent of Niles’ waste treatment plant revealed Wednesday
Christmas ice-skating show at Covelli Centre
Christmas ice-skating show at Covelli Centre YOUNGSTOWN — Skating Club of Greater Youngstown will
Which cutting board for cooked meat?
Dear Heloise: You see a lot of information about having separate cutting boards for meat and
Holiday one-acts launch Main Street dinner-theater
COLUMBIANA — Main Street Theater has converted the former Encore Cafe into a banquet room, which
Merry Greek Christmas: Basile is coming to town
YOUNGSTOWN — It’s been a while since Basile has played Youngstown. A regular at the old Funny
GM board looks to the outside for replacement for CEO Henderson
DETROIT (AP) — In the search for a new executive to run General Motors, outsiders are in. The
Man released on bond says he was robbed
WARREN — A Jefferson Street Southwest man, arrested last week on drug charges when more than 100 law
Penguins no match for Pitt women
Former Canfield standout Kate Popovec led Pitt to an 89-37 win. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s questionable
Niles council can’t rescind tax
The city moved too late to stop collections next year. NILES — Residents will still have to
New owners plan to spread Gorant chocolate nationwide
The three partners have vowed not to alter the Gorant recipe. BOARDMAN — Gorant Candies has
Weathersfield to receive grant for road upgrade
Mahoning County will contribute toward the project. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township
Another headache for the Browns: Lewis, Poole on IR
BEREA (AP) — Jamal Lewis has plowed into the line for the last time. Cleveland’s punishing running
area colleges Wednesday’s games
MEN Bethany 85, Westminster 67 NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Five Bison (3-3, 1-0 Presidents’ Atheltiic
Man faces charges in shooting near school
School officials concerned about gunfire went to the scene. YOUNGSTOWN — Gunfire in the 500
Campbell officials asked to deal with dirty house
Animals removed from the house were euthanized or died on their own. CAMPBELL — Neighbors of a
Youth orchestra to open new season
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra, under the direction of Stephen L. Gage and
Groundbreaking set for plant
Groundbreaking set for plant STAFF REPORT WARREN — Reinforcement Systems of Ohio will have a
AARP backs Dems on Medicare cuts
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a Senate showdown looming, the politically potent AARP rode to the rescue of
Jobs summit planned at White House
WASHINGTON — Business groups, labor leaders, think tanks and lawmakers were lining up to offer
Man controls robotic hand with thoughts, scientists say
ROME (AP) — An Italian who lost his left forearm in a car crash was successfully linked to a robotic
YSU MEN’S BASKETBALL \ Penguins at Detroit
Tipoff: Tonight, 7:05 p.m., at Calihan Hall in Detroit, Mich. Records: YSU 3-3, Detroit 4-2.
‘Z’ sets record in Cavs’ victory
CLEVELAND (AP) — As 20,000 fans filled the arena with the droning sound of his nickname, Cavaliers
Obama must face the reality of Afghanistan
Opinion: As his address at West Point on Tuesday night suggests, Barack Obama’s presidency is turning out to
Hubbard, Liberty and Girard police calls
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Nov. 28
Best bets on TV tonight
“Fringe” (9 p.m., Fox): “Fringe” is one show you don’t want to watch at meal time. Things get gross
Study: Care for heart attacks has speeded up
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hospitals are giving faster care to lots more heart-attack patients, a speed-up
Illness cancels Demjanjuk trial day
MUNICH (AP) — The trial of John Demjanjuk on charges of accessory to the murder of 27,900 Jews as a
Defiant Iran vows to enrich uranium at much higher level
VIENNA (AP) — In a defiant speech, Iran’s president declared Wednesday that his country will enrich
Karzai backs additional US troops
KABUL — President Hamid Karzai on Wednesday pledged to “spare no effort” to help implement the
Let’s lose offensive mascots
Opinion: Let’s lose offensive mascots EDITOR: I wanted to applaud The Vindicator for printing an
Being free includes the freedom to be disagreeable
Opinion: Being free includes the freedom to be disagreeable EDITOR: I knew if I waited long enough
Beyonce leading with 10 Grammy nominations; Taylor Swift garners 8
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beyonc has enough Grammy nominations for her and Sasha Fierce. The
YSU graduating students to exhibit art at museum
YOUNGSTOWN — The McDonough Museum of Art, on the campus of Youngstown State University, will feature
Harley-Davidson workers ratify pact
HARRISBURG (AP) — Unionized workers at a Harley-Davidson plant in York, Pa., have approved a
WHERE TO GO || ENTERTAINMENT CHOICES IN AND AROUND GREATER YOUNGSTOWN
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Business Digest
NATION Google to let publishers limit articles read for free NEW YORK — In a move that could
Prediction: This will not end well
Opinion: WASHINGTON — A traveler asks a farmer how to get to a particular village. The farmer replies, “If I
WOMEN’S TOP 25 | Wednesday’s Games
No. 23 Georgia Tech 64, Penn St. 60 STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Deja Foster had 19 points and six
Howland native has role in series
The son of a former Mahoning Valley rock musician has a recurring role on “Men of a Certain Age.”
Woods just latest celebrity in crisis
DALLAS — Pop culture, like nature, abhors a vacuum, and its forces won’t rest until the vacuum is
No. 15 Ohio St. beats Florida St.
COLUMBUS (AP) — Evan Turner had 25 points and 13 rebounds and Jon Diebler added 22 points to lead
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Cripple of Inishmaan.” YSU Theater, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. Four women and five men
girls basketball Wednesday’s other games
Mineral Ridge 64, Chaney 53 YOUNGSTOWN — Brit Bevilacqua scored 17 points and Megan Ben scored 14
nba roundup
nba roundup Wednesday’s other games Mavericks 117, Nets 101 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New
MAC ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s Games
Dayton 65, Miami (Ohio) 58 OXFORD — Chris Wright scored 14 points to lead Dayton to victory over
Three Men mix music, comedy
WARREN — Three Men and a Maestro, a fun musical foursome starring Brian Gurl and Lenny Ski, comes to
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