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Potential 3-year wage freeze for Trumbull engineer workers
WARREN — Trumbull County Engineer David DeChristofaro and workers at his department have reached an agreement on a three-year wage freeze.
Coroner identifies body as 40-year-old New Castle woman
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A Shenango Township police officer found the body of a woman along County Line Road when he stopped to help a disabled tractor-trailer.
Jews enable Christian volunteers get the day off
YOUNGSTOWN — Members of a local Jewish lodge are spreading holiday cheer with volunteer work at hospitals.
Poland soldier writes from Afghanistan
POLAND — Capt. Thomas Hardy is one of 35 area soldiers serving overseas and featured last month in The Vindicator’s second annual Operation: Holiday Cheer.
Census: Ohio still one of country's slowest-growing states
Ohio is one of country's slowest-growing states
Trumbull Co. engineer's office workers agree on 3-year wage freeze
Trumbull Co. engineer's office workers agree to wage freeze
Pa. looking to contest Nebraska's break in federal health care bill
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett is looking into the constitutionality of a provision in a federal health care reform bill that lightens Nebraska’s funding burden.
Father, son reunited today in Brazil after 5-year battle
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A New Jersey man and his 9-year-old son were reunited Thursday in Brazil after a five-year international custody battle, and immediately headed home to spend the holidays in the U.S.
Smoking in bed caused fatal fire
WARREN — The Warren Fire Department has determined the cause of a Dec. 12 house fire to be
Woman's identity known, but withheld
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The body of a woman discovered along County Line Road in shenango Township has been identified as a 40-year-old New Castle resident.
Ohio cities say road salt cheaper, more available this winter
Ohio cities say road salt cheaper this winter
Census Bureau looking to hire Mahoning, Columbiana county residents
Census Bureau looking for Mahoning, Columbiana county residents
SHAUNA FULLER | JOSHUA BARTEL
SHAUNA FULLER | JOSHUA BARTEL SHAUNA FULLER JOSHUA BARTEL LEAWOOD, Kan. — The Lodge at Ironwood
JULIE JONES | ERIC RATLIFF
JULIE JONES | ERIC RATLIFF JULIE JONES ERIC RATLIFF YOUNGSTOWN — Julie A. Jones and Eric L.
DR. KRISTINE MARINELLI | MATTHEW PACKO
DR. KRISTINE MARINELLI | MATTHEW PACKO DR. KRISTINE MARINELLI MATTHEW PACKO BOARDMAN — Dr.
ANNA DIGIACOMO | BRENT STANSBURY
ANNA DIGIACOMO | BRENT STANSBURY ANNA DIGIACOMO BRENT STANSBURY CANFIELD — The patio at Avion on
100-plus safety forces workers get layoff notices in Cleveland
The city of Cleveland sent layoff notices Wednesday to more than 100 safety forces workers whose unions have not yet accepted the mayor's proposed pay cuts
Boardman comes up big down the stretch
Division I recruits Darryce Moore and Monica Touvelle keyed the Spartans past Canfield, 55-47. By
Officials: Land deal shows spirit of unity
WARREN — Trumbull and Mahoning county commissioners said the annexation of 191 acres from Girard to
Lt. Marhulik's new rank remains on track
The safety-service director and civil service commission disagree on whether the panel can block the
Good free throw shooting lifts Hubbard past Girard
The Eagles made eight of nine from the line and sank two baskets in overtime to beat the Indians,
Browns’ Cribbs runs into record books
CLEVELAND (AP) — Joshua Cribbs’ game-worn jersey was snatched up by the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Contest casts North Side in a festive light
YOUNGSTOWN — Mary Ann O’Neal has called the North Side home for as long as she can remember. And the
Puppets tell a Christmas tale
Students at Poland Union Elementary School packed the gymnasium for a Christmas story with a twist:
Youngstown flavor: Sun Bowl coaches have links to area
Bob Stoops is pitted against Ron Lynn and D.J. Durkin. By JOHN KOVACH Coaches from the
YSU’s Savage earns All-America
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State defensive tackle Mychal Savage was selected to the Sports Network
Woman crochets hats for the city’s homeless
Coat donations are fairly common, but hat donations are welcome, too. YOUNGSTOWN — Since
Pritchard honored as he leaves office
The township trustees unanimously voted against renewal of a liquor license for the Go Go Cabaret.
Recession had Americans tuning in for sports, not turning out
“Take me out to the ballgame,” the old song goes. Americans, however, may have been too busy channel
Judges order prisoners kept away from public
Inmates must be removed from the courtroom immediately after their cases are heard.
League distributes ‘Toys for Tots’
The urban league received more than 1,600 toys to give away. WARREN — Deborah Thornton of Warren
Beaver schools’ plan is rejected by state
The district has until Jan. 10 to submit a revised plan. LISBON — The Ohio Department of
49ers owner continues Christmas gift tradition
Denise DeBartolo York, who along with her husband, John York, own the San Francisco 49ers professional football team, hands a present to Aniya Williams, 4, at the Millcreek Children’s Center on Essex Street in Youngstown. DeBartolo York gave gifts to about a dozen students at the center Wednesday.
Wisecracks about lips bother middle-schooler
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Wisecracks about lips bother middle schooler
Business digest
REGION Judge’s ruling encourages Delphi Salaried Retirees WARREN — The Delphi Salaried Retirees
Googling Santa in search of the truth
Opinion: This is the most wonderful time of the year for those of us who toil in the vineyards of the
Obama can take comfort in climate change survey
Editorial: The climate conference in Copenhagen was neither a total failure nor a resounding success. There
Today’s vote to clear the way for talks on final compromise
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats pushed sweeping health-care legislation to the brink of Senate passage
Win for Wynn: No. 23 Utah stops Cal in Poinsettia Bowl
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jordan Wynn threw for a career-high 338 yards and three touchdowns to rally No. 23
Man faces charges in New Castle shooting
One of the victims told police the shooting suspect is her neighbor. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Police
Second man faces charges in homicide
The man was carrying illegal drugs at the time of his arrest. The second of two men charged
Malkin’s hat trick leads Pens’ rout of Senators
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin put on a show for Hall of Famer Vladislav Tretiak. With Tretiak,
Weathersfield trustees OK raises
Administrative personnel had not had raises in two or three years. MINERAL RIDGE —
Woman sues city for injuries from fall
YOUNGSTOWN — A South Side woman has sued the city, claiming it was responsible for her injuries when
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Geza Szurovy, 75, of 940 Hazelwood Ave., and Irene Perjessy,
Oakland QB Frye gets start against former team
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Oakland Raiders quarterback Charlie Frye has been cleared to play after
Blood remains issue for Pacquiao-Mayweather
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Manny Pacquiao has always been willing to spill blood to win a fight. He’s not
Winning Mega Millions ticket bought on LI
Winning Mega Millions ticket bought on LI ROCKY POINT, N.Y. (AP) — The winning ticket for the Mega
Cincinnati riverfront work picks up
CINCINNATI (AP) — The year 2010 is expected to be pivotal in an ambitious effort to revitalize
Steroids shadow is AP’s top story
By NANCY ARMOUR Alex Rodriguez joined the list of cheaters this year, and Manny Ramirez and
Customs agents seize dangerous toys from China
MIAMI — Customs agents in Miami have seized several shipments of toys from China considered
Polamalu doesn’t expect to practice, play Sunday
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steelers safety Troy Polamalu didn’t practice again Wednesday because of his
10 Best Pic nominees this year means Oscar outlook is up in the air
Academy Awards organizers have shaken up their show by doubling the best-picture category to 10
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 24, the 358th day of 2009. There are seven days left in the year. This is
Mom calls police on shoplifting 6-year-old
COLUMBUS (AP) — An Ohio woman who asked that police be called after she caught her 6-year-old
Big Ben: Steelers a passing team
The quarterback is making the call after his club-record 503 yards Sunday against Green Bay.
Death-row inmate requests new trial
Brown should be tried anew after witness admits perjury, public defenders say. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Visitors adorn cemetery statue
COLUMBUS (AP) — As a light snow fell Tuesday at Green Lawn Cemetery, someone made sure 5-year-old
Afghan parliament member mistakenly killed by police
KABUL (AP) — A member of the Afghan parliament was mistakenly killed in an early-morning shootout
Suh success helps Carl Pelini nip nepotism charge
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — When former Fitch High coach Carl Pelini became Nebraska’s defensive
Appellate court upholds conviction
The evidence against the killer was ‘sufficient and persuasive,’ judges rule. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Study: Breast-cancer survivors can eat soy-based foods
Q. Is soy good or bad for an overweight breast-cancer survivor? I’ve heard both. A. Breast-cancer
“It’s a Wonderful Life” (8 p.m., NBC): The heartwarming classic “It’s
“It’s a Wonderful Life” (8 p.m., NBC): The heartwarming classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” returns for
Despite numbers, ‘Nine’ falls short
Title-wise, the musical “Nine” registers half a digit higher than “81‚Ñ2,” the Federico Fellini
NJ dad to be reunited with son, 9, in Brazil
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — David Goldman’s bitter five-year battle to regain custody of his son neared
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Dining Room.” Trumbull New Theater, 5883 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles. Auditions are
‘IT’S COMPLICATED’
‘IT’S COMPLICATED’ Grade: C Director: Nancy Meyers Rating: R for some drug content and
‘UP IN THE AIR’
‘UP IN THE AIR’ Grade: A Director: Jason Reitman Running time: 109 min. Rating: R (strong
In recession, film arrives just in time
NEW YORK — “Up in the Air” has undergone the rarest of flights: It was delayed for a long time and
‘Avatar’ director urges China to let in films
BEIJING (AP) — Hollywood director James Cameron urged China to open its doors to more foreign films,
Aerosmith’s Tyler enters rehab facility
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Steven Tyler has entered a rehabilitation facility to treat an addiction to
Jordan DePaul band settles into a piano-based sound
Three years ago when then-Poland High School senior Jordan DePaul told his friends he wanted to
PBS to put spotlight on rocker Patti Smith on ‘P.O.V.’
PASADENA, Calif. — Poet and punk musician Patti Smith may have hibernated for 16 years, but she’s
Film’s mediocrity isn’t so complicated
Meryl Streep heads back to the kitchen in “It’s Complicated,” this time making chocolate croissants
‘Up in the Air’ is surprisingly satisfying and grounded
“Up in the Air” could have been a crash landing. With a director, Jason Reitman, whose last film,
Public voting begins for Vocal Group hall
Public voting begins for Vocal Group hall SHARON, Pa. — Voting is open for induction into the
Court denies Boy George
Court denies Boy George LONDON — A British court has blocked an attempt by former Culture Club
WHERE TO GO || ENTERTAINMENT CHOICES IN AND AROUND GREATER YOUNGSTOWN
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Canton’s Relient K looks at love, loss on latest CD
For more than a decade, Relient K has rocked both sides of the spectrum — secular and Christian —
Area CD RATES
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of 12.23. 09. All
Ford moves closer to selling Volvo
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Ford Motor Co. said it is moving closer to selling its Swedish Volvo brand, even
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Health Center Richard and Tabitha Hoffman, Boardman, boy, Dec. 22. Britney Bridges
Neil Young rocks, Panzer Talk listens
As a musician and songwriter, Kenneth A. Halbert III is an old-school guy. Want proof? When asked to
Get the full value of gift cards you receive this year
NEW YORK (AP) — Expecting a stash of gift cards for the holidays? Better use them wisely. That’s
BlackBerrys: One of the worst ideas of the decade
Opinion: Once upon a time, elevator rides were silent. The bathroom was for using the bathroom. Dinnertime
BlackBerry service disrupted again
TORONTO (AP) — The second BlackBerry outage in less than a week disrupted service for millions of
College football is headed for disaster; college athletics in crisis
Opinion: The college football bowl season began Saturday, with 34 games scheduled from Dec. 19 to Jan. 7. We
METRO DIGEST || Dad must hire lawyer
Mahone to be sworn in YOUNGSTOWN — Andrea Mahone, elected to her first term on the Youngstown
Storm spreading across Midwest
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Holiday travelers battled slick, icy roads and scattered flight cancellations and
Man charged with second burglary
The defendant already was on probation for burglary. YOUNGSTOWN — A 19-year-old man convicted
November new-home sales fall 11%
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sales of new homes plunged unexpectedly last month to the lowest level since
NHL roundup \ Wednesday’s other games
Capitals 5, Sabres 2 WASHINGTON — Nicklas Backstrom had two goals, Alex Ovechkin added a goal and
We need to mine the Christmas spirit
Opinion: This holiday season, it’s not surprising that one of Hollywood’s biggest box office hits is the
jGil Mantera’s Party Dream marks its 10th anniversary with a Christmas Eve show at Cedars, 23
jGil Mantera’s Party Dream marks its 10th anniversary with a Christmas Eve show at Cedars, 23 N.
Police calls in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Dec. 21 Assault:
Yes, Virginia
Editorial: EDITOR’S NOTE: The following editorial, among the most famous ever written, appeared in The New York
Health plans’ impact puzzles constituents and lawmakers
WASHINGTON — Will health-insurance premiums go up or down under House of Representatives and Senate
There’s a better system for payday loans
Opinion: It’s a cycle that seems to repeat itself every legislative session in California. Advocates put
When employees don’t wash hands, readers get fired up
heloise When employees don’t wash hands, readers get fired up Dear Readers: Wow! A recent column
Missing gene can result in obesity
When Dr. Sadaf Farooqi and colleagues discovered a genetic abnormality that caused severe obesity in
Balloon-boy parents sentenced to jail
Balloon-boy parents sentenced to jail FORT COLLINS, Colo. — The parents who pulled the balloon-boy
Ohio State is set to work out West
It has been 13 years since the Buckeyes have made the trip to Pasadena. COLUMBUS (AP) — When the
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