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Saturday, January 31 (105 stories)
Superintendents like governor’s plans, but question funding
YOUNGSTOWN — Local public school superintendents like Gov. Ted Strickland’s plan to fund all-day
Experts to discus farmland preservation
HIRAM — Conservation experts from Western Reserve Land Conservancy will talk to farmers and others
Pupils reveal write stuff
HOWLAND — Naraya Subramanian, an eighth-grader from St. Charles School, Boardman, was anything but
Cub Scouts warm up to Freeze-Out
CANFIELD — Before moving to their next activity, numerous Cub Scouts wanted to tie up a few loose
Dough to be raised at Easter Seals benefit
Dough to be raised at Easter Seals benefit BOARDMAN — On March 2, The Great Harvest Bread Company,
Campbell puts distance between itself and N. Falls
The Red Devils stayed unbeaten in the Blue Tier, while the Tigers lost for only the second time in
Massillon Jackson plays tough in win over Fitch
The Falcons (2-12, 0-6 Federal) trailed by seven, then found themselves behind at halftime, 30-17.
Phantoms seize the lead over Alpena, never let go
ALPENA, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms got up early and never relented, matching their season-
Lily Tomlin: a stand-up performer
Over the past 40 years, Lily Tomlin’s career has ventured into a wide range of media, including
Ohio lawmakers want stimulus to follow ‘Buy American’ rules
Copies of the letter went to the president and members of the House. COLUMBUS — The leaders of
Dann’s recent outlays: $130K
Campaign finance reports were released Friday for a variety of candidates. Ex-Attorney General
WRTA keeps its promise, restores night, Sat. service
The transit service, boosted by two federal grants, is welcoming back eight employees.
Puzzle contest lets spirits soar
Beeghly Oaks residents teamed up for a bit of friendly competition, laughs and plenty of memories.
Boardman grabs Federal League victory
BOARDMAN — J.T. Moore and Ryan Pesta each had 17 points as the Boardman High basketball team turned
Kasich: Ohio needs a change
Kasich will make a final decision on his bid for governor later in the year. NILES — Ex-U.S.
9 charged with heroin sales in Mah-Tmb-Ashtabula
A Trumbull-Ashtabula task force made eight arrests on charges of trafficking in or possessing
United girls roll easily past Mineral Ridge
HANOVERTON — Ruth Prosko scored 18 points to lead the United High girls basketball team, which
Beaver schools chief: Levy won’t bring new taxes
ROGERS — Sandi DiBacco, superintendent of the Beaver Local School District, wants to stress this
Boardman trustees give 1st reading to levy renewals
The renewal levies are expected to appear on the May ballot. BOARDMAN — The township has begun
Pupils get a jump on fundraising
Stadium Drive pupils raised more than $3,000 through the event. BOARDMAN — Tyler Dietz, 9, was
Devils streak past Penguins 4-3 for eighth win in row
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Jamie Langenbrunner tied it late in regulation and scored with a minute left in
LeBeau’s senior moment: Coordinator garners praise
Pittsburgh safety Ryan Clark called the 71-year-old assistant “the best football coach I’ve ever
Cavaliers remain unbeaten at home
CLEVELAND (AP) — With their big man back, the Cleveland Cavaliers looked much more like one of the
Novelist’s mention upsets university
Novelist’s mention upsets university PITTSBURGH — Officials at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh
Being lonely may be the result of a rash decision
Dear Annie: Seven years ago, I left my marriage of 22 years to be with someone I still absolutely
Bacteria carried by pets may make their owners ill
Dear Readers: Here are some favorite pet hints: • Did you know that illnesses caused by bacteria
Adult Night at the Races will benefit animals
The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay PURR-FECTLY CONTENT: Among the cats now available for adoption at
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Walter and Amanda Mead, Struthers, triplet boys, Jan.
Clipper-crushing win led by Todd Kibby’s 22
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Todd Kibby’s 22 points on Friday led the Springfield High boys basketball team to a
Salem, Hubbard secure White Division victories
SALEM — The Salem High boys basketball team defeated Lakeview, 48-38, Friday to move into first
FRIDAY’S RESULTS
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Ursuline at Warren JFK, ppd Warren Harding at
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Harold L. Rivera, 46, of 2215 Logan Ave., Youngstown, and
Pakistan warns Obama
Pakistan warns Obama DAVOS, Switzerland — Pakistan’s prime minister warned President Barack Obama
Man accused of using van in assault
YOUNGSTOWN — A local man is being held in Mahoning County Jail, charged with assault after police
Lottery honors senior
HUBBARD — A Hubbard High School senior has received special recognition from the Ohio Lottery.
Moderate is GOP’s first black chairman
Steele vowed Republicans no longer would cede most of the Northeast, the Midwest and other regions.
East’s streak just got sweeter
The Panthers beat Mooney for their 4th straight win and earned a trip to Charlie Staples Bar-B-Q.
ANOTHER WHITEOUT: Continuing snowfall on Friday nearly obscured this person walking along Marmion
ANOTHER WHITEOUT: Continuing snowfall on Friday nearly obscured this person walking along Marmion
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Orlando 99, Cleveland 88 San Antonio 114, Phoenix 104 Friday’s Games
YSU BASKETBALL PREVIEWS \ Today’s games
WOMEN’S TEAM Who: YSU (2-17, 0-8) vs. Loyola (5-13, 0-8)SFlbWhen: 4:35 p.m. at Beeghly Center
U. of Akron ad to run during Super Bowl
AKRON — For the 11th consecutive year, the University of Akron will be showcased to viewers watching
Northfield Results
Northfield Results friday 1st—Baby B (Merriman)5.003.002.20 Timecando (Wengerd)3.603.00
Man accused of beating mom — a KSU professor
KENT — The 18-year-old son of popular Kent State University professor Gertrude “Trudy” Steuernagel
Taggart building to go up for auction
A previous deal for the sale of the property has fallen through. EAST PALESTINE — The building
Man gets 20-40 years for Elks Club shooting
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A Philadelphia man was sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for a shooting at the
9-year term in sex case
9-year term in sex case WARREN — William M. Cvetkovich, 67, of Hancock Street, Girard, was
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Indictments
A Columbiana County grand jury recently issued indictments against these people: William J. Tyson,
SirViBear cancer-awareness program to begin
AUSTINTOWN — The SirViBear Cancer Survivorship Awareness Program will begin Feb. 7 when the
Shawn Maddox and Dan Prem, both of Canton and workers for Archer Signs, put a new electronic sign in
Shawn Maddox and Dan Prem, both of Canton and workers for Archer Signs, put a new electronic sign in
GAMES CANCELED Friday
GAMES CANCELED Friday The following boys basketball games were postponed Friday, with makeup
CAMPAIGN FINANCE
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Annual reports Those with active political campaign funds who didn’t run for
the TIMBERLANES
the TIMBERLANES A look back Important dates for the Timberlanes restaurant, catering and hotel
Woman gets 4 years’ probation for low-speed chase that injured 2
The car traveled erratically at 2 to 5 mph down East Market Street. WARREN — A city woman who
Timberlanes will be missed, customers say
Everyone went to the Timberlanes, local people recalled. SALEM — Mayor Jerry Wolford said he
JUMPING FOR A CAUSE: Kaylee Sorviolo counts how many times Lenniya Whitfield jumps rope. Both girls
JUMPING FOR A CAUSE: Kaylee Sorviolo counts how many times Lenniya Whitfield jumps rope. Both girls
RAH RAH RAH: Team cheerleaders Claude Moffett, left, and Rosie DeCerbo showed spirited support for
RAH RAH RAH: Team cheerleaders Claude Moffett, left, and Rosie DeCerbo showed spirited support for
The Western Reserve Transit Authority is restoring night and Saturday service on Monday, as well as
The Western Reserve Transit Authority is restoring night and Saturday service on Monday, as well as
TODAY
TODAY 3:30 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: Australian Open women’s final. 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Dubai Desert
Local topics on TV Sunday program
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-21): “Community Connection” will spend February recognizing
‘African-American Read-In’ will promote literacy
‘African-American Read-In’ will promote literacy BOARDMAN — Youngstown city schools, in
Opossums: a guide to survival
A few years ago on a cold winter night, Daisy, my yellow Lab, and I took a walk in the woods after a
If you go
if you go Who: Lily Tomlin When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Palace Theatre in Cleveland; and 8
Penn State Shenango finishes renovation to campus auditorium
SHARON, Pa. — Penn State Shenango has completed the renovation of its campus auditorium, Phase One
Fishing is good at Berlin, Mosquito
The temperature is too cold for the word to spread like wildfire, but those who are in the know are
Region
Region Lake Milton archery LAKE MILTON — The Lake Milton Fish & Game Club has released its 2009
KINDERGARTEn
KINDERGARTEn Registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the
Here is information on a number of college scholarship opportunities, both general and targeting
Here is information on a number of college scholarship opportunities, both general and targeting
YSU events Black History Month
Youngstown State University’s Africana Studies Program has announced events to mark Black History
’71 Mooney grad gets Distinguished Alumni Award
The recipient has been extremely active in the field of Catholic education. YOUNGSTOWN — Marilyn
Women’s top 25 \ Friday’s games
No. 19 Virginia 89, No. 8 Maryland 81 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Lyndra Littles scored 30 points,
Witness: Couple appeared happy after toddler’s death
GALVESTON, Texas (AP) — A couple accused of beating to death the woman’s 2-year-old girl appeared
Boy, 7, shot to death
CINCINNATI (AP) — Police in Cincinnati say a 7-year-old boy has died at his home after being shot,
14 area educators earn Master Teacher honor
The program recognizes those who go above and beyond district expectations. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Butler spurts past Valparaiso
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Gordon Hayward scored 18 points, Willie Veasley had 13 and No. 13 Butler needed
Probe launched in peanut recall
At least eight people may have died because of the salmonella outbreak. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal
Grimm’s O-Line gets biggest test
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — “Almost” is the story of Russ Grimm’s life, from a coaching job he coveted to the
Life after ice storm gets worse in spots
MARION, Ky. (AP) — In some parts of rural Kentucky, they’re getting water the old-fashioned way —
Severstal Warren is set to lay off more employees
Local workers had been processing steel slabs made at another mill. WARREN — Layoffs are
Birth of octuplets gives rise to debate
The woman had embryos implanted last year, a relative said. WHITTIER, Calif. (AP) — How in the
Exxon Mobil Corp. reports a record profit of $45.2B for 2008
The oil giant broke its own record by nearly $5 billion. HOUSTON (AP) — Exxon Mobil Corp. on
Combat doctors to use acupuncture
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Warrant Officer James Brad Smith broke five ribs, punctured a lung and
Bonuses are no luxury for some on Wall Street
NEW YORK (AP) — To President Barack Obama, Wall Street’s $18.4 billion in bonuses is “shameful.” To
sunday news shows
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sen. Jim DeMint, R-S.C., and Rep.
Sampras expects Federer to snap mark
Roger Federer needs one more Grand Slam victory to tie Sampras’ record of 14; he’ll get his chance
Don’t panic about your 401(k) losses
Opinion: NEW YORK — When big public companies slash payroll, no stock seems safe. The current bear market is
Stocks slide further on economy fears
The Dow closed at 8,000.86 after falling 148.15 Friday. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street ended its
Today is Saturday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2009. There are 334 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2009. There are 334 days left in the year. On this date
Official: Shenango mall to be sold
A Chicago company has been appointed to oversee mall operations. HERMITAGE, Pa. — Shenango
Next Mexican ambassador must be high priority
Next Mexican ambassador must be high priority Dallas Morning News: President Barack Obama’s agenda
Obama shuns stale debate on abortion
Opinion: BOSTON — It must be the world’s longest-running game of ideological ping-pong. In 1984, Ronald
Coke to drop ‘Classic’ from its name
NEW YORK (AP) — Neither “New” nor “Classic,” Coke is simply itself again. Two decades after adding
“Super Bowl’s Greatest Commercials” (8 p.m., CBS): Everyone knows that the ads are
“Super Bowl’s Greatest Commercials” (8 p.m., CBS): Everyone knows that the ads are often the best
Number of hungry kids in Ohio remains high
Editorial: As Gov. Ted Strickland was detailing the economic challenges confronting Ohio during his State of
U.S. economic output slides to 25-year low; no relief seen
The fourth quarter was by far the weakest of 2008. WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s cash registers
Greatly heightened security accompanies Iraq elections
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq imposed a nationwide security lockdown Friday before key regional elections with
nba roundup \ Friday’s other games
Pacers 114, Heat 103 INDIANAPOLIS — Mike Dunleavy scored a season-high 30 points, and the Pacers
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Feb 1st. Super Bowl XLIII Raymond James Stadium-
Veteran legislator offers newbies advice
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Ronald Gerberry has been around for quite a few State of the State speeches. “This
Wrong salt, slag mix keeps roads slick, schools shut
Not enough salt caused problems on Youngstown roads.
Friday, January 30 (103 stories)
The Valley's Talking: Saturday at Panera's in Canfield. Be there.
Bertram will be joined by guest co-host Mark Sweetwood.
Governor to discuss education plan here Monday
Gov. Ted Strickland is scheduled to tour Lloyd Elementary School in Austintown Monday.
Salem folks recall glory days of Timberlanes
SALEM — Mayor Jerry Wolford said he hopes that someone will buy the Timberlanes. He spoke today
Philadelphia man gets prison time for New Castle shootings
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A Philadelphia man was sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for a shooting at the
Warren woman gets probation in chase that injured two city cops
WARREN — A city woman who pleaded guilty in November to a felony charge after she led Warren police
Drug task forces make arrests in Warren, Ashtabula
NILES — Two regional drug task forces made arrests Thursday after lengthy investigations — one of
Girard man gets prison time for raping children
WARREN — William M. Cvetkovich, 67, of Hancock Street, Girard, has been sentenced to nine years in
Dann’s campaign committee spent money, but collected none
Ex-Attorney General Marc Dann’s campaign committee spent $131,448.76 during the last six months of
Test drill at Columbiana County Courthouse gets passing grade
LISBON — The Columbiana County Emergency Management Agency gave a grade of B to the first security
Voters urged to pass Beaver Local renewal school levy Tuesday
STAFF REPORT ROGERS — Sandi DiBacco, the superintendent of the Beaver Local School District, wants
Shenango Valley Mall will be sold
HERMITAGE, Pa. — The Shenango Valley Mall will be sold when credit markets improve, said an official
Cancer awareness program will launch Feb. 7
AUSTINTOWN — The SirViBear Cancer Survivorship Awareness Program will be launched Feb. 7 when the
Layoffs at Severstal Warren grow
WARREN — Layoffs are growing a Warren steel mill that shut down its steel-making operations in
Ohio’s motorcycle rider education program registration begins Monday
COLUMBUS –— The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Motorcycle Ohio Rider Education Program
Former East Palestine City Hall for sale — again
EAST PALESTINE — The building that housed City Hall for close to 10 years is for sale — again.
South Side fire leaves family homeless
YOUNGSTOWN — A mother, her four children and her nephew were left out in the cold after their home
Eight people take the oath to become new American citizens
YOUNGSTOWN — These people became U.S. citizens in a Thursday naturalization ceremony before Judge
Legal aid seeks volunteers
YOUNGSTOWN — Community Legal Aid, a nonprofit firm serving the civil needs of low-income people, is
Charity spin-a-thon Feb. 7 at YMCA
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown YMCA will have its eighth annual Spin-a-thon on Feb. 7.
Lottery replaces winter whiteout with green for these guys
YOUNGSTOWN — Two Valley residents are seeing green despite the winter whiteouts.
Horticultural experts to conduct seminar
Horticultural experts to conduct seminar YOUNGSTOWN — On Feb. 19 the Men’s Garden Club of
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS • Boardman Little Spartans will have a general membership meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Boardman trustees meeting this afternoon
This meeting replaces the Wednesday session canceled for snow.
Howland holds off Canfield for 50-48 win
A defensive play by the Tigers’ Megan Long secured the victory in the final seconds. YOUNGSTOWN —
Killer of diner owner, 89, gets 30 years
A plea deal canceled a trial and the possibility of a death sentence for the Youngstown man.
Canfield’s Trebilcock brothers pool their talents
Junior Garrett and sophomore Gavin have different personalities and different practice habits, but
Penguins fall short again
Another poor night at the foul line cost the YSU men in a 67-61 loss to Wright State. YOUNGSTOWN
Bountiful blessings arrive early for Struthers family
YOUNGSTOWN — As the saying goes, “Good things come in threes.” But when the doctor told Walter
Penguins go cold vs. Flames
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State women’s basketball team has had some poor shooting nights this
Rooney and Pittsburgh may rule thanks to the NFL’s ‘Rooney Rule’
The policy opened the door for the Steelers to hire Mike Tomlin, who could deliver the team its
High court reprimands judge, prosecutor
This is the first time either man has been reprimanded by the top court. WARREN — The Ohio
Orlando shuts down LeBron, Cavs, 99-88
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Orlando Magic are looking more and more like a contender in the Eastern
Pact has Valley leaders thinking green
Some communities already have implemented changes that coincide with the pact. YOUNGSTOWN —
Here’s how to remove stains from whiteboards
Dear Heloise: I work at a high school in Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in Belgium. We
GM layoffs force Lordstown village to cut costs with insurance change
Village employees will have a much higher deductible. LORDSTOWN — Village council has approved
Strickland still mum on budget specifics
The governor did offer the potential of increasing tipping fees charged by landfills. COLUMBUS
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Krystina L. Brookhart, 4495 Kirk Road, Apt. 15, Austintown, v.
WHERE TO CHEER
WHERE TO CHEER Some area bars and restaurants are starting Super Bowl celebrations early with pre-
Strickland goes here, there and everywhere
Opinion: Gov. Ted Strickland’s State of the State address was similar to buckshot. There was a main target
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Jan. 25 Assault:
FOOTBALL POOCH: When Sunday rolls around, even Cinnamon the dog will be cheering on the Steelers as
FOOTBALL POOCH: When Sunday rolls around, even Cinnamon the dog will be cheering on the Steelers as
4th-quarter losses force Kodak to plan more cuts
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — The digital revolution did away with 40,000 jobs at Eastman Kodak Co. over
Don’t be buffaloed: Chicken abounds for Super Bowl
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo’s football team won’t have a place in this year’s Super Bowl hoopla,
Are deportations under Obama’s radar?
Opinion: Barack Obama becomes president, and Haitians with deportation orders are put on notice: You’re outta
NATION
NATION Online program details car’s history for consumer NEW YORK — The Department of Justice
Stocks fall amid fresh worries
The Dow dropped 226 points Thursday. NEW YORK (AP) — Caution returned to Wall Street Thursday as
Place blame for crisis
Opinion: President Obama is right that we all need to do our part in this “new era of responsibility.” But
Life for blowhards tough with Obama
Opinion: Poor Hugo Chavez! Watching President Barack Obama’s first measures after taking office, Venezuela’s
World financial leaders asking ‘Why?’
Opinion: DAVOS, Switzerland — This year’s gathering of the world’s financial and political elite at the World
Even in troubled times, Strickland forges ahead
Editorial: Even in troubled times, Strickland forges ahead Gov. Ted Strickland earned extra credit Wednesday
Zeal for Steelers
Here we go: Valley fans, businesses gear up for game Black and gold bleeds across state
Australian open Serena seeking fourth crown
She’ll meet Russian Dinara Safina in the women’s final on Saturday night. MELBOURNE, Australia
Cleveland State rolls easily past Detroit
CLEVELAND — Norris Cole scored 21 points as Cleveland State pulled away in the second half to defeat
Cardinals’ Fitzgerald aspires to greatness
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Larry Fitzgerald soars above the outstretched arms of defenders, caresses the
Timberlanes of Salem closes
Patrons of the landmark Salem restaurant and bar expressed sadness at the news of its closing.
1.3M people left without power in 5 states after ice downs lines
PPADUCAH, Ky. (AP) — Storm-battered residents of several states hunkered down in frigid homes and
THE GAME
THE GAME Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Hines Ward, (SB XL), born in South Korea, and Washington
Kelsey McGregor sets mark in Falls’ win over Brookfield
The senior set the school’s record for points with 1,048, surpassing the 1,047 from Desiree
Tuition freeze likely to stay
Just how much money the state is offering is expected to be revealed Monday. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Quinn replaces Blagojevich as governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Gov. Rod Blagojevich was thrown out of office Thursday without a single
Case of frozen man stands as a symbol of Detroit’s attitude
DETROIT (AP) — In an abandoned warehouse, the image was stark and shocking: two denim-clad, lifeless
Be a winner: Celebrate Super Bowl, drive sober
Super Bowl Sunday: Don’t drink and drive. The money you save in court costs for driving drunk can be
2 suspects indicted in invasion of home
Police said a woman was taken to the basement and raped during the crime. YOUNGSTOWN — Two
Teachers reminisce about fallen Marine
David Wallace III was remembered as quiet, friendly and a hard worker. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — Before
U.S. economy sinks deeper as Dow, joblessness and home sales worsen worsendworsenorsen as economy skids more
WASHINGTON (AP) — Week by week, the numbers that measure the economy get worse, heading toward
Calamity days used in some districts
CINCINNATI (AP) — Some school districts in Ohio and nearby states hit by severe weather have run out
J-M board OKs bid for wiring at school
Most of the money will be used for computer wiring. NORTH JACKSON — The Jackson-Milton Board
Hagan wants more of stimulus to boost passenger rail service
YOUNGSTOWN — State Rep. Robert Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, joined with state representatives from
Couple wrote suicide notes, FBI expert says
Couple wrote suicide notes, FBI expert says GALVESTON, Texas — A couple accused of beating the
Lottery numbers add up to $ for two from Valley
Lottery numbers add up to $ for two from Valley YOUNGSTOWN — Two Valley residents are seeing green
Job wasn’t problem in deaths, police say
WHITEHALL, Ohio (AP) — A man who police say shot and killed his wife and their two children in a
Green Pact
Green Pact Participants Twenty-two public entities in Mahoning and Trumbull counties signed a
Colo. man indicted in threats to kill Obama, blow up Mall of America
DENVER (AP) — A Colorado man has been indicted on charges of threatening to kill President Barack
FBI witness tells about suicide notes
GALVESTON, Texas (AP) — A couple accused of beating the woman’s 2-year-old daughter to death and
Social Security number required for tax credit under stimulus bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Illegal immigrants without Social Security numbers could not get tax credits under
Girard considers options for 422 site
GIRARD — City officials are hoping to generate additional revenue and spark business with a small
Los Angeles Times
WASHINGTON — The bad economic news keeps piling up. On Thursday, three milestones showing the
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Local events
A listing of local events to celebrate Black History Month in February. Youngstown State
First Daughterz for sale
First Daughterz for sale Chicago Tribune: A couple of years ago, when former Atlanta Falcons
“We want to be part of the international community. I think Hamas has no interest now to
Opinion: “We want to be part of the international community. I think Hamas has no interest now to increase
Afghanistan postpones election over concerns about security
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan will postpone its presidential election until Aug. 20, some
‘Skate 2’
‘Skate 2’ (EA Games) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 Genre: Sports; Rating: T Grade: B For more
Army plan seeks to halt suicides
WASHINGTON (AP) — Suicides among U.S. soldiers rose last year to the highest level in decades, the
Today is Friday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2009. There are 335 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2009. There are 335 days left in the year. On this date in
‘THE UNINVITED’
‘THE UNINVITED’ Grade: B Directors: Charles and Thomas Guard Rating: PG-13 for vulgar
Essence Music Festival adds extra spark
Headliners include Beyonc , John Legend and Teena Marie. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Essence Music
“Friday Night Lights” (9 p.m., NBC): It’s not too late to join the boosters club
“Friday Night Lights” (9 p.m., NBC): It’s not too late to join the boosters club for “Friday Night
Photographer to turn camera on 70 for project
YOUNGSTOWN — Melanie Rae Moore is gathering the people in her extended network — all 70 of them —
‘Uninvited’: welcome guest in horror genre
It’s not a slasher film. An effective blend of thriller and horror — of “The Hand that Rocks
Greenville Orchestra sets concert with barbershoppers
GREENVILLE, Pa. — The Greenville Symphony Orchestra will be joined by the Penn-Ohio Singers for its
Neither vulnerable. East deals.
Neither vulnerable. East deals. NORTH xA J 10 uA 9 6 5 vJ 10 wK Q J 10 WEST EAST xQ 6
In a good way, club owner has funny feeling about the Valley
A local comedy club owner said he wants patrons to keep coming back for more laughs. BOARDMAN
Doctor to late wrestler pleads guilty in drug case
Doctor to late wrestler pleads guilty in drug case NEWNAN, Ga. — The personal doctor to a
Lack of counseling leads to questionable behavior
Dear Annie: My son, who is now 18 and still living at home, was sexually abused by one of his
New home sales post 14.7% decline in Dec.
The stimulus plan includes a $7,500 tax credit for first-time home buyers who act in the first half
“Bride Wars” (D): This cliched comedy tosses out stereotypes about female materialism
“Bride Wars” (D): This cliched comedy tosses out stereotypes about female materialism and cattiness
Despite record loss in ’08, Ford to forgo federal loans
Ford and the UAW have agreed to end the jobs bank. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — Ford Motor Co. said
Thursday, January 29 (119 stories)
Salem landmark shuts its doors for good
SALEM — After more than 50 years, a place employees and patrons describe as “Cheers-like” is closing its doors for good.
Scout troop hosts chili dinner fundraiser on Saturday.
CANFIELD — Boy Scout Troop 115 will host a chili dinner fund raiser from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at
Blagojevich tossed out
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois lawmakers have not only thrown out Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich
Sharpsville High School officials share recollections of fallen Marine
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — Before David W. Wallace III was a Marine Corps sergeant, he was a skinny kid with
Mitchell gets 30 years to life for murder of Warren diner owner
WARREN — “Fred, in defense of his business, his employees and his son, lost his life,” Kim
Girard seeks revenue from city-owned property on U.S. Route 422
GIRARD — City officials are hoping to generate additional revenue and spark business with a small
Warren issues reminders in light of heavy snows
WARREN — City officials remind residents that the parking ban is still in effect and to make sure
Hagan, midwest reps ask Congress to fund rail projects
YOUNGSTOWN — State Rep. Robert Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, joined with state representatives from
Gov. Strickland says more on his executive budget will be revealed next week
COLUMBUS — A day after outlining major changes in the state’s public school system and major
Ohio Supreme Court reprimands Trumbull judge, assistant prosecutor
WARREN — The Ohio Supreme Court has given public reprimands to Judge John M. Stuard of Trumbull
New comedy club opens Friday in Boardman
BOARDMAN — A local entrepreneur says he wants his new comedy club to shake up the monotony of life.
Help clear snow from hydrants, Boardman requests
BOARDMAN — The Boardman Township Fire Department is asking residents and businesses to take the time
Boardman trustee meeting reset for Friday
BOARDMAN — Township trustees have scheduled a regular meeting for 4 p.m. Friday at the government
Extended tuition freeze at YSU is a possibility
YOUNGSTOWN — Tuition at Youngstown State University may be frozen for a third year. Gov. Ted
Peacemakers will hear about Christians in Iraq
Peacemakers will hear about Christians in Iraq COLUMBIANA — At 6:30 p.m. today, Columbiana Area
GM will eliminate jobs bank
Removing workers’ extra unemployment benefits still is being negotiated. Workers being laid
Ready, Willing To Rumble
The Steelers’ punishing style predates era of Chuck Noll TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Ryan Clark levels
Governor’s speech focuses on education
The Ohio Graduate Test will be tossed, with students required instead to take the ACT college
Pirates pin turnaround hopes on mound starts
Bucs players, executives, broadcasters and a coach visited Youngstown to promote the 2009 season.
YSU Basketball previews
MEN’S TEAM Who: YSU (6-13, 3-6) vs. Wright State (12-8, 6-3) Tip-off: 7:35 p.m. at Beeghly Center.
3 men pin Arby’s robbery suspect
One man came inside from the Arby’s drive-through lane to help two other men. WARREN — Jackie
Phantoms hit road seeking a cushion
This weekend’s opponent remains in the hunt for the division crown. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
Superintendents weigh in on Obama’s education plan
One superintendent wants to see the construction part of the stimulus package revamped.
Phoenix rise, Flames go out on Cotton’s 3s
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Troy Cotton sank six 3-pointers in the second half and scored 25 points in
Public gives views on bike trails
The city is working to provide alternate routes for transportation, while keeping health in mind.
Buckeyes bruised but not beaten
COLUMBUS (AP) — When you think of Michigan vs. Ohio State, you think of hard hitting. But in
Kyes Home may be used to help families
The proposal will require a zoning change. EAST PALESTINE — A closed home for girls may become
Testimony heard in shooting death
At the end of the hearing, the judge referred a weapons charge to the grand jury. WARREN — The
U.S. Census Bureau seeks workers in area counties
Call (330) 639-2870 to make an appointment to take a test to become a census worker. YOUNGSTOWN
CARLA DETORO | JASON COLLINS
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NATALIE CIFERNO | DAVID A. GIFFORD JR.
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Aug. vows to join Torrie Trella and Michael Ward
The engagement of Torrie Trella and Michael Ward, both of 1231 E. Boston Ave., Youngstown, is being
Arizona chosen for Finley-Hatch March wedding
Morgan A. Finley of Lawndale, Calif., and Christopher W. Hatch of Los Angeles, Calif., are engaged
Here are simple solutions to problems with dry skin
Dear Readers: Winter doesn’t necessarily have to mean chapped-skin season. There are several easy
Marine from Sharpsville killed in explosion in Afghanistan
The 25-year-old served two tours in Iraq and was deployed to Afghanistan in November 2008.
Valley lawmakers await details of plan
Members of the Mahoning Valley’s state Legislature contingent praised Gov. Ted Strickland’s proposal
She can’t win while ‘Ryan’ keeps playing games
Dear Annie: My fianc , “Ryan,” talks to his ex-wife daily. He even set a romantic love song as the
Announcement made of Wiltrout, Felton engagement
MECCA — The engagement and plans for the upcoming marriage of Rachael R. Wiltrout and Jeremiah W.
Roberts, McKnight guide Akron past Toledo
TOLEDO — Darryl Roberts and Brett McKnight put up 12 points apiece with solid free-throw shooting to
Cheech & Chong still smokin' on reunion tour
You never know what you’re going to get with Cheech & Chong. Actually, that’s not true at all. For
J-M’s Pizzutos make wrestling a family affair
The basement mat regularly is put to the test by these competitive brothers. All is fair in
Michael Winslow — better know as the guy who can make just about every sound effect possible
j Michael Winslow — better know as the guy who can make just about every sound effect possible with
Weather keeps snowplows busy
Plowers brave the crazy wintry mixes to make life easier for others. Carl Dohar of Youngstown
Levy renewal vote set
Levy renewal vote set NORTH LIMA — Voters in the South Range Local School District will be asked
Weekly dances at Lucianno’s
AUSTINTOWN — Penn-Ohio Dance is holding dances with music of the ’60s through ’90s for all singles,
stimulus money | Public schools
Area public school districts stand to receive millions of dollars in aid under President Barack
Pick the winners
Pick the winners kFeel you know who will take home the gold this year? Then enter The Vindicator’s
Board loans itself $5.2M
One board member expressed concern about the ability to repay the loan. YOUNGSTOWN — The city
House OKs stimulus bill with no help from GOP
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bipartisan it wasn’t. In a swift victory for President Barack Obama, the
Weathersfield trustees name fiscal officer
Fred Bobovnyk resigned as a trustee to seek the fiscal officer post. MINERAL RIDGE —
SNOWING AND BLOWING \ Forecast
Here’s the outlook for the next five days: Today: Mostly cloudy. A chance of snow showers in the
sports
sports Physical Steelers kThe Pittsburgh Steelers are as physical as it gets in the NFL, and the
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow kupnext: Minnesoooooota is always going to be the perfect setting for a frozen
STATE OF THE STATE Highlights
Here are some highlights from Gov. Ted Strickland’s State of the State address. Fiscal
Canfield, Howland wrestlers prepare for a key dual match
CANFIELD — What might be one of the best Eastern Ohio Wrestling League Division I dual matches in
2010 U.S. Census
2010 U.S. Census Hiring help The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for temporary full- and part-time
Snowplows in Youngstown too few and too far between
Opinion: Snowplows in Youngstown too few and too far between EDITOR: When the snow began to fall on
Women accuse YSU employee of rape
YOUNGSTOWN — Two women, one of them a Youngstown State University student, have accused a YSU
HIGH SCHOOL ROCK OFF \ Final round schedule
The final round of the Tri-C High School Rock Off will be Saturday at House of Blues in Cleveland.
Parade columnist James Brady dies
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TheSources
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if you go
if you go Who: Jamey Johnson When: 8 tonight Where: The Dirty Boot Saloon, 6885 State Route
Fresh lemon juice can liquidate warts
Q. My daughter had several warts on her hands and was able to kill them quickly with lemon juice.
Family fun at YSU
The rummage sale will offer old YSU team uniforms. YOUNGSTOWN — Are the kids tired of being
Prize-winning poet at reading series
Prize-winning poet at reading series YOUNGSTOWN — Poet and Youngstown native Nancy Krygowski will
Butler exhibition displays regional artists’ work
YOUNGSTOWN — The 72nd Area Artists Annual, a juried exhibition of regional artists work, runs
Neither vulnerable. North deals.
Neither vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA K 7 4 2 uA Q J v8 4 w9 4 2 WEST EAST x10 9 8
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
The Nazi generation gap is exposed in ‘The Reader’
In some stories, there can be no catharsis, the German writer Bernhard Schlink has said of his
‘THE READER’
‘THE READER’ Grade: B Director: Stephen Daldry. Running time: 1 hour, 20 minutes. Rating: PG
2.1 million-plus workers laid off in 2008
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of layoffs involving 50 or more workers jumped by one-third last year,
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Betty Ann Water Story,” a SAG movie to be shot in Michigan. Auditions will be taped at
Memos could be released
Memos could be released WASHINGTON — Dozens of secret documents justifying the Bush
“The Trials of Ted Haggard” (8 p.m., HBO): Not long ago, Ted Haggard had a ministry that
“The Trials of Ted Haggard” (8 p.m., HBO): Not long ago, Ted Haggard had a ministry that reached 30
America needs a reason to trust
Opinion: NEW YORK — In an effort to rebuild decades worth of lost trust, President Obama has called for
Economy needs more than a stimulus
Opinion: Barack Obama faces a deepening recession far different than previous recessions. What makes this
New Dunkin’ Donuts opens in Boardman
The store employs 40 people and seats 20 customers. BOARDMAN — A new Dunkin’ Donuts is open on
Dems indulge in wretched excess
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Summoned to remove a fish bone agonizingly stuck in a rich man’s throat, British
Al-Qaida and the Black Death
St. Louis Post Dispatch: Even by the flamboyant headline standards of England’s The Sun newspaper
NATION
NATION Potential fire hazard leads Toyota to recall 1.3M cars NEW YORK — Toyota said Wednesday
The Fed pledges use of all its tools
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve, acknowledging the economy has continued to deteriorate,
Plan for bad banks is good news on Street
Stocks jumped on reports of a plan to absorb bad bank assets. NEW YORK (AP) — The optimism is
“If we look toward a one-state solution, which seems to be the trend — I hope not
Opinion: “If we look toward a one-state solution, which seems to be the trend — I hope not inexorable — it
Congress should not let Rove get away with immunity ploy
Editorial: For two years during the Bush administration, White House aide Karl Rove contended he was legally
Olivia gets her own series on Nickelodeon
NEW YORK — Olivia, the little girl pig with the big imagination, is stepping out of her picture book
Lynyrd Skynyrd keyboardist Powell dies
ORANGE PARK, Fla. (AP) — A keyboardist for the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd has died at his
A closer look: surprises and snubs
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It’s been a crowded awards season, full of lavish spectacles and gripping
Sykora, Letang net two goals each as Pens wallop Rangers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Petr Sykora and Kris Letang each had two goals, and Sidney Crosby got back into
Prostitution ringleader gets 25 years
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man who helped operate a prostitution and money laundering ring that
Serena beats the heat, rolls past Dementieva into Australian Open final
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Second-seeded Serena Williams advanced to the Australian Open final,
Plant employees afraid to raise safety issues
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Some workers at a Pennsylvania nuclear power plant are afraid to raise safety
Tough Christmas week marked the turning point for Cardinals
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Even the weather in Arizona was gloomy in the aftermath of the Cardinals’ 40-
Former trooper files lawsuit
Matt Johnson says his boss allowed racist jokes. COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Highway Patrol,
Pa. joins settlement with Countrywide
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania has joined a settlement with Countrywide Financial Corp. that
Peanut Corp. expands its recall
WASHINGTON (AP) — The salmonella outbreak spawned one of the largest-ever product recalls Wednesday
Tight script, brilliant stagecraft make ‘Taken’ a winner
Three self-evident truths emerge from “Taken,” the lean and brutal thriller about why one should
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Shawn Carver, sentenced to 24 months for receiving stolen
Gil Mantera gets serious on new EP
The emphasis is on the songs. Singer-guitarist Ultimate Donny said the Youngstown-based act
What are stimulus dollars buying?
Opinion: Everyone is talking about how much money the government is spending, but very little attention is
Free press needs to make a profit
Opinion: Newspapers are for sale across the country. National Public Radio and television news shows are
Steelers wide receiver Holmes reveals drug dealing secret
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes’ childhood was much like that of any other
For the plow guys, coffee is a must
Carl Dohar of Youngstown can’t recall the last time he shoveled snow.
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Singer Jamey Johnson strips away the pretense
The country singer found his groove on ‘That Lonesome Song.’ Similar to how in 1991 Kurt
‘Milk’ is an inspiring lesson in civil rights
Sean Penn brings gay rights organizer Harvey Milk to life. Democracy at the street level makes
Postmaster general: Mail days might be cut
WASHINGTON (AP) — Massive deficits could force the post office to cut out one day of mail delivery
Digital delay would be a relief to TV networks
Ratings are softer in the summer. NEW YORK — The big broadcast networks, already suffering
Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2009. There are 336 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2009. There are 336 days left in the year. On this date
Late layup helps Wake topple top-ranked Duke
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — James Johnson’s layup with 0.8 seconds remaining helped No. 6 Wake Forest
Snowed in — but who cares?
The good news is, there are only three more days of January, including today.
Wednesday, January 28 (133 stories)
Marine from Sharpsville, Pa. killed in Afghanistan
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — Marine Corps Sgt. David W. Wallace III, 25, of Sharpsville, died Tuesday while
Sports cancellations for Wednesday
The following events were canceled Wednesday. Rescheduled dates are listed, where available: BOYS
Polivka named officer in statewide commissioners’ group
WARREN — Dan Polivka, a Trumbull County commissioner, has been appointed vice chairman of the public
Two concerts canceled for tonight at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — Two concerts scheduled for tonight at Youngstown State University have been canceled,
School superintendents keep watch on stimulus package
YOUNGSTOWN — Ronald Iarussi believes that the education benefits found in President Barack Obama’s
Boardman man arrested on drug charges
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man was arrested on drug charges during a traffic stop on the North Side.
MORE PEOPLE: How was your ride to work today?
We asked Vindy readers and staffers to describe the morning's ride to work given the wintry challenges.
Boardman trustees cancel tonight’s meeting
BOARDMAN — The township trustees meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. today has been canceled because of
West Side wine store robbed
YOUNGSTOWN — A gunman wearing a black hoodie robbed the Mahoning Wine Shop after ordering the clerk
Mill Creek MetroParks’ job fair postponed
YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek MetroParks’ job fair has been postponed until Thursday because of the
No Mahoning County commissioners’ meeting Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN — Thursday’s meeting of the Mahoning County Commissioners has been cancelled due to
Newport Branch of library to open next week
YOUNGSTOWN – The Newport Branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, located at
Governor vows closer oversight of school districts
Gov. Ted Strickland called for “an unprecedented level of school district accountability and
YSU, KSU closed today due to weather
Youngstown State University had planned to maintain its regular schedule Wednesday but decided to
Warren-Trumbull libraries to close at 3 p.m.
The main branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library in Warren and the branches in Cortland, Brookfield, Howland, Lordstown and Liberty will close at 3 p.m. today because of the winter storm.
Governor would require four-year residency for teachers
Gov. Ted Strickland is proposing sweeping changes to the state’s elementary and secondary education
24-hour Dunkin’ Donuts opens in Boardman
BOARDMAN — A new Dunkin’ Donuts is open on Market Street. The restaurant opened last week at 7635
Strickland: All Ohioans must accept budget sacrifices
With a projected $7.3 billion budget gap, all Ohioans must equally “accept the sacrifices,” Gov. Ted Strickland said today.
Census needs workers in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana
YOUNGSTOWN — The U.S. Census Bureau of looking for a few hundred temporary and full-time workers in
GM, UAW kill the jobs bank, effective Monday.
Workers being laid off from the Lordstown car plant are losing their long-term safety net. General
PARKING BANS
PARKING BANS In the Valley The following communities have issued public street parking bans in
Chevy Centre closes box office, postpones tonight’s basketball games
YOUNGSTOWN — Two high school girls basketball games scheduled for tonight at the Chevrolet Centre
More snow through the afternoon
The National Weather service says a winter storm warning continues for the Mahoning Valley through 4 p.m. today.
Weather makes some Trumbull County roads treacherous
WARREN — Road conditions began to deteriorate today at about 9 a.m. in Trumbull County, as rain
Crews clean up diesel spill on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — About 200 gallons of diesel fuel spilled when a fill motor did not shut off while a
Women accuse YSU employee of rape
YOUNGSTOWN — Two women, one of them a Youngstown State University student, have accused a YSU
Paintball game facility proposed for Fairfield Township
COLUMBIANA— Fairfield Township’s Board of Zoning Appeals board has scheduled a meeting for 7 p.m.
Weather closes Mahoning County Juvenile Court
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Juvenile Court is not open today due to the weather, according to
Motor vehicle department advises calling ahead
COLUMBUS— There are a number of Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicle Deputy Registrar locations across the
Icy weather causes crashes, closings
YOUNGSTOWN — Morning commuters had a tough go today with ice-slicked roads and freezing rain. By
Struthers announces open enrollment regulations
STRUTHERS — Open enrollment applications for Struthers City Schools for the 2009-2110 school year
Program to feature aftermath of battle
Program to feature aftermath of battle MERCER, Pa. — A program on the aftermath of the Battle of
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY • The kitchen of American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, is open to the
Media day antics get a few laughs
Most of the players were agreeable to the pre-Super Bowl silliness. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The bride
Pavlik’s Feb. 21 fight ignites city
Some hope next month’s bout will knock out a negative image of the city. YOUNGSTOWN — When
Thunder sinks feet in Foundation for youth
The root objective is to promote activities that will cultivate developmental skills.
Worries mount in wake of layoffs
Village residents are alarmed by the cuts and their potential impact. LORDSTOWN — The
Howland doc pleads to trafficking for sex
WARREN — Dr. Mark E. Davis, a 47-year-old Howland osteopathic doctor with an office on state Route
Spartans turn to defense, win
Chase Hammond came up with a steal to help seal Boardman’s 52-46 victory against visiting Mooney.
Sharon, Farrell leaders ask for residents’ help
People need to be involved with their kids and in their neighborhoods, community leaders say.
Fast-starting Hubbard holds on for 68-65 win
The Leopards trailed by 15 points before putting together an 18-6 run to win. LIBERTY — The
Williams, James are 1-2 punch in win
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mo Williams strengthened his argument to be an All-Star by scoring a career-high 43
St. Elizabeth Health Center
St. Elizabeth Health Center Joseph and Nicole Strock, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 26. Kimberly Jackson
BASKETBALL District games
Warren Harding 84, Erie Strong Vincent 54 WARREN — Isiaah Henderson fired in 26 points and Desmar
BASKETBALL AAC games
Canfield 74, Niles 57 CANFIELD — Mike Podolsky fired in 29 points to lead Canfield (9-4, 2-0 All-
boys basketball \ ITCL games
East Palestine 55, Mineral Ridge 44 EAST PALESTINE — Senior point guard Chad Campagna had career-
Webb ponders effect of stimulus
One official said potential cuts in state funding could offset a stimulus gain. YOUNGSTOWN —
Parents’ discipline turned to torture, prosecutor says
The 2-year-old girl tried to stop the beating by reaching out to her mother and saying, ‘I love
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Compco Industries — has little b league tryouts on Sundays at Sluggers from 5:30-7 p.m.
Thunder brass set precedent
The commissioner hopes his league will capitalize on what Mahoning Valley has set in motion.
Some crimes decrease in Columbiana County
The county prosecutor said most of his indictments are for break-ins and burglaries. SALEM —
Man kills family, self, blames job loss
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A man who fatally shot his wife, five young children and himself Tuesday had
House likely to vote today to delay ending analog TV
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress appears poised to grant a four-month delay in the upcoming shutdown of
Birth of octuplets draws applause and questions
Even as the birth of octuplets at Kaiser Permanente Bellflower Medical Center in Bellflower, Calif.,
Roethlisberger ready to make amends for XL
The quarterback didn’t play so well in Pittsburgh’s Super win three years ago. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) —
A critical weapon
A critical weapon The News Tribune (Tacoma, Wash.): It’s basic training, of sorts, for U.S. troops
Trumbull engineer to make cuts in ’09
The former engineer spent more money than the office took in, the new engineer said. WARREN —
Group feeds a need among kids
In Mahoning County, nearly 14,000 people under 18 are at the poverty level. YOUNGSTOWN — Some
Caylee doll sales suspended; voodoo dolls of mom on eBay
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Jacksonville, Fla., company that planned to sell a doll inspired by slain
Major winter storm spreads ice and snow, cuts off power
At least 13 deaths have been attributed to the nasty winter weather. A storm that forecasters
Niles kicker Liste to play for YSU
The Red Dragons standout led area schools in punting, averaging 45 yards. NILES — Over the
Suspect in church break-in jailed
The man suspected in a string of township church thefts has at least 13 other warrants out for his
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games Phoenix 103, Washington 87 Miami 95, Atlanta 79 New York 104, Houston 98
Stadelmyer verbally commits to YSU
The Girard standout was recruited as an athlete by the Penguins. GIRARD — Girard High senior
Victims of deadly fire in New Castle identified
The house fire was determined to be accidental. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A woman and her niece were
Squads needing victories
The men play Wright State and the women host UIC Thursday at Beeghly Center. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Gunman in shooting rampage dies of self-inflicted gunshot
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The man who killed two teenage girls and wounded seven other people in a
INDICTMENTS | Trumbull County
The following people have been indicted by a Trumbull County grand jury and will be arraigned at
YSU men’s coaches in sneakers
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State men’s basketball coaching staff will wear white sneakers with
Dementieva advances Down Under
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Elena Dementieva got off to a fast start as temperatures soared today,
Man faces gun charge
Man faces gun charge YOUNGSTOWN — An 18-year-old man who survived a fire a year ago that claimed
910th donates computers to Brookfield schools
To replace the school district’s computers with new equipment would have cost about $40,000.
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Feb 1st. Super Bowl XLIII Raymond James Stadium-
Township seeks trustee applicants
Weathersfield is expected to name a new fiscal officer today. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield
Updike, prize-winning novelist, dies
He was often praised for his poetic style. NEW YORK — John Updike, the Pulitzer Prize-winning
Even old dogs can learn new tricks
NEW YORK — Zak George is a big dog in the world of dog trainers. And he could soon get even bigger,
Consumer confidence takes another hit in Jan.
NEW YORK (AP) — Americans’ mood about the economy darkened further in January, sending a widely
Last OK awaited for loan to buy land
A state spokesman said the loan approval could come by spring. SALEM — The Columbiana County
Obama’s bipartisanship is being tested
Opinion: President Obama’s campaign theme of ending politics as usual and creating a new bipartisanship that
LOCAL
LOCAL Valley Industrial Trucks has a new president BOARDMAN — Jim Hammond of Canfield has taken
Mideast peace built on myths
Opinion: President Obama kept his pledge to take action on the Middle East on “Day One.” He called the
School calendars allow for weather
Ohio’s public schools are required to provide 178 days of pupil instruction each year in a 182-day
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK J 4 2 uQ 7 4 3 v5 wJ 10 6 3 WEST EAST x10
Sebring man sentenced for rape of boy
The five-year prison term is nonappealable. YOUNGSTOWN — A Sebring man has been sentenced to
Rating the rolls, egg rolls, that is
Chinese New Year is here, and unless you’re a pro at it, you probably won’t be making egg rolls,
Picking sides & appetizers
With the Big Game this Sunday, it’s time to choose sides… for both sports teams and appetizers. To
Kurt Warner’s comeback top theme of Super Bowl
Considered washed up, the QB has resurrected his career with Arizona. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Four
Obama administration signals break with past to Muslim, Arab worlds
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has launched a determined effort to change the tone, if not yet
$100K bond set for pharmacist charged in prescription scheme
The pharmacist is accused of illegally filling more than 10,000 prescriptions. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Obama visits Hill to persuade GOP to back stimulus
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama, trying to build support for his economic stimulus plan in
House fire in Vienna
House fire in Vienna VIENNA — Damage was estimated at $145,000 and two pet dogs lost their lives
Phone call snippets get mixed response in governor’s case
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s voice resonated through the Illinois Senate at his
SPLASHING AROUND
Youngstown State senior distance swimmer Natasha Bray is having a big season for the Penguins.
Childhood Hunger By the numbers
Columbiana County Total population: 104,597 Number in poverty: 18,001 (17 percent) Total
Police seek a third suspect in home invasion
Items taken in the robbery were found inside a woman’s apartment, police said. YOUNGSTOWN — One
Closing Guantanamo is a good first step
Opinion: President Obama was courageous to issue an executive order closing Guantanamo within the next 12
U.S. must hope executives can save banks — this time
Taxpayers are now bank shareholders but have no power to force changes. WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s one
Native Americans fight the VA in a losing effort
Opinion: It seems like a little black cloud forms over the heads of those that fight the bureaucracy. Andy
Jobless rates soar
Trumbull County’s jobless rate was nearly 10 percent in December. WASHINGTON — State
“Lost” (9 p.m., ABC): The bizarre adventures continue on “Lost” as Desmond
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Success of Chevrolet’s Cruze is more important than ever
Editorial: Success of Chevrolet’s Cruze is more important than ever It’s seems like such a long time ago, but
Family Features
Savor the Super Bowl with a game day party that really scores with guests. Keep them cheering with
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2009. There are 337 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2009. There are 337 days left in the year. On this date
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships:
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U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Michael Reynolds The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
“Well I think it’s not very promising right now.”
Opinion: “Well I think it’s not very promising right now.” Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich When ABC News
Daughter can’t protect father from himself
Dear Annie: I am a 31-year-old daughter of newly divorced parents. My father, 52, just bought a
Friendship tea is easy, cheap and tasty
Dear Readers: We have had many requests for a favorite, Heloise friendship tea. This is easy and
Celebrate Year of Ox with stir-fry meal
The Chinese New Year has begun, ushering in the Year of the Ox. It’s a great feast day, with family
GYMS HEAT UP IN JANUARY
Jenkins has key point at line East High’s Jarelle Burt had 13 of his 26 points at the foul line
Columbiana settles score with United; Blinsky is tops
The Clippers gave up too many easy baskets the first time the teams met. COLUMBIANA —
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew J. Annichine, 30, of 5257 Pinetree Lane, Boardman, and
Tough economic times send revenue tumbling at Youngstown arena
Ups, downs at the Chevy YOUNGSTOWN — The year didn’t end on a good note for the Chevrolet
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The phone number for the U.S. Marshals most wanted fugitive that appeared in The
Here’s one for the books: Baby born in public library
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Team effort delivers Kent State a victory
KENT (AP) — Al Fisher led three players in double digits and Kent State’s defense held Eastern
‘LIFE ON MARS’ At a glance
WHAT: The second-season premiere of “Life on Mars” (10 p.m. tonight on ABC) REASON TO WATCH: A
Europe worried about bearing U.S. burdens
Opinion: BERLIN — The United States remains the indispensable leader of the West — and the U.S.-European
Girard meters issue to be reviewed
The city auditor has not decided on a course of action. GIRARD — The battle over the purchase
Agenda Thursday
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Glasgow City Council to protect Dali painting
Glasgow City Council to protect Dali painting LONDON — Glasgow City Council is taking steps to
TUESDAY’S RESULTS
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES East 59, Youngstown Christian 58 Chaney 91,
Tuesday, January 27 (108 stories)
Church break-in suspect in custody
AUSTINTOWN — The man who police said is responsible for at least one of the recent church break-ins
Get ready, because more snow is on the way
YOUNGSTOWN — The area’s reprieve from snowstorms is over. While it seems like it’s never stopped
Robber hits Pizza Joe’s on Mahoning Avenue
YOUNGSTOWN — Pizza Joe’s, 3506 Mahoning Ave., was robbed by a man who first placed an order and then
Survivor of fatal fire arrested on gun charge
YOUNGSTOWN — An 18-year-old man who survived a fire a year ago that claimed six of his family was in
Dragging case goes to grand jury
YOUNGSTOWN — The case of a Canfield man accused of dragging a dead body under his car has been bound
Pharmacist pleads innocent, jailed
YOUNGSTOWN — A pharmacist has pleaded innocent to 24 counts of sale of dangerous drugs in an alleged
Communities banning on-street parking
In response to the winter storm advisory issued by the National Weather Service today, several area
Three suspects nabbed in home invasion
YOUNGSTOWN — One suspect remains at large in the case of an East Side home invasion that includes an
Sebring man sentenced for rape
YOUNGSTOWN — A Sebring man has been sentenced to five years in prison for the rape of a teenage boy
Lordstown-area residents anxiously watching the plight of GM
LORDSTOWN — The escalating layoffs at the General Motors complex have plenty of people worried.
Howland doctor pleads guilty to drug trafficking counts
WARREN — Dr. Mark E. Davis, a 47-year-old Howland osteopathic doctor with an office on state Route
Let us know of any event cancellations
Please notify The Vindicator of any scheduled events that are being canceled because of the winter
Howland park financial report available for viewing
HOWLAND — The Howland Township Park District’s Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2008 is
Brookfield declares snow emergency, bans parking
BROOKFIELD — Brookfield Township has declared a snow emergency from 6 p.m. today until 6 p.m.
Struthers will ban parking tonight because of snow
STRUTHERS — In response to today’s winter storm advisory by the National Weather Service, Struthers
Bank closes IRA; couple sues
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A western Pennsylvania couple says First Commonwealth Bank illegally reneged when
Used-book sale
Salem Public Library Memorial Fund Association will sponsor a used-book sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Job Fair to be hosted at Mr. Anthony’s
Job Fair to be hosted at Mr. Anthony’s BOARDMAN — In hopes of connecting local businesses with
Band Parents will host reverse raffle, auctions
Special to The Vindicator BANDING TOGETHER: Committee members show off some of the baskets for the
REUNIONS
• Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 5 at Denny’s in
Town hall meeting tonight
SHARON, Pa. — Sharon and Farrell officials will be on hand for a town hall meeting tonight at the Sharon Municipal Building, 155 West Connelly Blvd.
Fire caused by electrical outlet
YOUNGSTOWN — The origin of a fire over the weekend at an apartment complex at 461 Gypsy Lane was an electrical outlet in a basement apartment, the fire department said.
Bruce Springsteen coming to Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH — Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. May 19 at
Food-scrap recycling considered
The township administrator is researching the system for costs. BOARDMAN — Administrator Jason
2 to merge into 1
The superintendent of schools said the diocese plans to work with parents on the merging of two
Federal funds to come to Valley
The amount available will likely increase in subsequent years. YOUNGSTOWN — About $500,000
Officials: Petitions on Girard meters not legal
The law director cited two areas in which the petitioners did not follow Ohio law. GIRARD —
Judges order new court facility
The city can’t afford the cost of a new court facility, the mayor says. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Salem’s Don Conser wins coaching honor
SALEM — Salem High volleyball coach Don Conser was named the Mideast Sectional Volleyball Coach of
Racing world mourns the loss of Lou Blaney
The driver’s career began in 1958. HARTFORD — Auto racing fans are mourning the death of racing
Kids walk for cancer awareness
It’s all about education, prevention and making a difference, the organizer said. HUBBARD —
Bush weighs run for mayor
The ex-police chief says he has ‘no hard feelings toward the mayor.’ YOUNGS-TOWN — One of the
Sharon city council adds 5 mills to property taxes for this year
People from Ohio don’t have to pay the city’s higher wage tax. SHARON, Pa. — City council added
New GM Kokinis believes in Browns
The former Ravens executive is close with new Cleveland coach Eric Mangini. BEREA (AP) — The
Advisor to Browns owner leaves team
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Bob Kain, who held the title “vice chairman” and served as an advisor to
Teams arrive to fanfare, now the work begins
Today is media day and practices will resume on Wednesday. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The pilot of their
Cards will rely on QB and coach
Kurt Warner and Ken Whisenhunt have Super Bowl credentials. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Appropriately
Ward expects to play
The receiver has been rehabilitating his knee since injuring it against the Chargers. TAMPA, Fla.
She’s unable to forget husband’s past indiscretions
Dear Annie: I am a 69-year-old retiree and have been married to the same man for 43 years. We have
Waiting time shouldn’t be a waste of time
Dear Heloise: I just had to write after reading a recent letter from a doctor. He is apparently the
Sell battles butterflies, sinks shots, lifts United
summary xxx xxxxxx xxxxxx COLUMBIANA — After watching the Columbiana High girls basketball
Poor shooting costs YSU against Akron
The Penguins couldn’t find the range from the field or at the free throw line. YOUNGSTOWN —
Carter: Israel risks catastrophe without Palestine
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Jimmy Carter said Monday that Israel will face a “catastrophe”
Senate confirms Geithner as treasury secretary
Senate confirms Geithner as treasury secretary WASHINGTON — New York Federal Reserve Bank
Garden wedding set by Miss Sine and Mr. Kellerman
Plans for a garden wedding have been made by Jennifer Sine, 5370 Revere Run, Canfield, and Mark S.
Boy pleads innocent to charge
CHICAGO (AP) — A 14-year-old aspiring police officer who allegedly donned a uniform and managed to
Death of boy hit by bus at school ruled a homicide
Several children told school officials that the boy had been pushed. NORTHAMPTON, Pa. (AP) — The
Ill. governor skips trial, appears on talk shows
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s impeachment trial opened Monday with a vacant chair
SUPER BOWL \ Notebook
Nice schedule: Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin began his NFL coaching career as an assistant coach under
Ex-officer wants sheriff to reopen his shooting case
The former officer said he has been shunned by the police community. BOARDMAN — A former Newton
Octogenarian is hooked on helping cancer patients
Lillie Smith crochets some 100 chemo caps each year. YOUNGSTOWN — Lillie Smith’s warm heart and
Prosecutors get broad shield against lawsuits
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday threw out a lawsuit from a Los Angeles man who was
WGH is No. 3, Poland 12th in poll
Unbeaten Warren Harding, which faces a stern test tonight against Erie Cathedral Prep, remains the
Surprises are expected in State of State speech
COLUMBUS (AP) — A radical realignment of expectations at Ohio public schools and alternative prison
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Boston 124, Dallas 100 L.A. Lakers 99, San Antonio 85 Phoenix 104, Atlanta 99
Sports digest
area Richardson wins JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — Youngstown’s Durrell Richardson took a six-round unanimous
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Monday’s games
MEN No. 8 Marquette 71, Notre Dame 64 SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Jerel McNeal had a season-high 27
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Weatherfield Township trustees, executive session, 9:45 a.m., special meeting
Prosecution plans more DNA testing
A jury found him innocent of one count of rape but could reach no verdict on the second rape count.
WGH’s 2nd half too much for Cards
The Raiders rallied from eight down at halftime to a 7-point win over Mooney. WARREN — His
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Feb 1st. Super Bowl XLIII Raymond James Stadium
AUSTINTOWN \ Parochial enrollment Enrollment at both parochial elementary schools in Austintown has fluctuated over the past 11 years, but recently both buildings have seen a drop. The recommendation
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY, NORQUEST BOULEVARD 2008-09: 152 2007-08: 155 2006-07: 185 2005-
State awards $4.5M loan for Baard plant
COLUMBUS – Columbiana County Port Authority in Wellsville has been awarded a $4.5 million Logistics
Business news digest
REGION F.N.B. Corp. reports $18.9M 4th-quarter loss HERMITAGE, Pa. — F.N.B. Corp. reported a
TODAY
TODAY 3:30 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: Australian Open quarterfinals. 9 a.m. (ESPNNews) NFL: Super Bowl
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Vickie Vickers-Francis, 16640 Mock Road, Berlin Center v. Bobby
Man sentenced in killing, cover-up
The victim and the defendant were into ‘substance abuse,’ a lawyer said. YOUNGSTOWN — Brian
Patrol identifies woman who died in accident on I-80 at Hubbard
HUBBARD — The woman killed on Interstate 80 Sunday evening has been identified as Ann Senchak, 83,
Lordstown changes
Lordstown changes Ups and downs Recent news at General Motors’ Lordstown complex: Aug. 3,
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food giveaway, 11 a.m.
Bipartisan Americanism
Dallas Morning News: How will “The Daily Show” survive without George W. Bush to kick around? We got
North-South vulnerable. South deals.
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK 7 uA 10 6 4 3 v3 2 wK 8 6 2 WEST EAST xJ
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield City and Austintown:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield City and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY Jan. 15
Editorial: Bungling vacancies
Editorial: Bungling vacancies Scripps Howard News Service An editorial / By Dale McFeatters
Oil-rich countries aren’t necessarily rich
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Logic says that petroleum-rich countries should be rich. The oil-producing, less-
McDonald’s posts 4th-quarter profit
“While we clearly prefer a more robust environment, today’s market conditions play to our
Obama handling anti-U.S. rulers
Opinion: President Barack Obama has already scored his first major victory against anti-American demagogues
“Scrubs” (9 p.m., ABC): You just never really know what’s going to go down on
“Scrubs” (9 p.m., ABC): You just never really know what’s going to go down on “Scrubs.” In tonight’s
Pfizer buys Wyeth for $68B
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — No. 1 drug maker, Pfizer Inc., said Monday it is buying No. 12 Wyeth for $68
Less drilling will spur a switch to green
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Campaigning in Florida last June as a presidential candidate, then-Sen. Barack Obama
Sales of existing homes rise by 6.5 percent
Buyers were taking advantage of lower home prices. Sales of existing homes posted an unexpected
Boardman makes history, but no one is applauding
Editorial: For the first time ever, Boardman Township government is having to borrow money to get through the
Man, 93, freezes to death after utility restricts power
An official said he thinks the city did nothing wrong. BAY CITY, Mich. (AP) — A 93-year-old man
Pettitte OKs cut to stay Yankee
NEW YORK (AP) — Andy Pettitte’s only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no
Zvonareva romps to reach semifinals
The Russian qualified for the final four of the Australian Open. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Vera
Madoff’s house arrest is not an act of honor
Opinion: I’ve got the title for a biopic about Wall Street’s Bernard L. Madoff: “Bleak End at Bernie’s.”
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2009. There are 338 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2009. There are 338 days left in the year. On this date
Be cool: Weather winter wearing warm hat
Associated Press TIPTOP TOPPERS: Young trendsetters are largely responsible for making it cool and
“We know the people who were killed were shooting at us. The people who were killed today were
Opinion: “We know the people who were killed were shooting at us. The people who were killed today were
1 year into radio return, Don Imus has changed
He was fired for comments he made about the Rutgers girls basketball team. NEW YORK — Don Imus
Paramedic charged in Travolta extortion plot
Paramedic charged in Travolta extortion plot NASSAU, Bahamas — A paramedic has been charged in an
Lordstown counting on the Cruze
The latest layoffs will leave just one-third of the Lordstown plant’s hourly workers on the job.
Report: State worker viewed porn for years
COLUMBUS (AP) — A state agency is reviewing the way it tracks how employees use the Internet after a
Tapping energy reserves key to recovery
Opinion: CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The United States has substantial unused domestic energy resources, including an
Obama takes aim at fuel efficiency
Obama wants new fuel-efficiency standards for 2011 model-year cars. WASHINGTON (AP) — President
Victim’s friend drove the truck
The two men were known for their focus on safety MADISON, Wis. (AP) — An Ohio monster truck show
Meet new teams on ‘Amazing Race’
A couple from Ohio are among the contestants. LOS ANGELES — Most contestants on “The Amazing
New Castle man arrested in shooting of Ellwood City man
The victim was shot four times. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Police have made an arrest in the Jan. 12
Home Depot, Caterpillar, Pfizer announce layoffs
Some analysts expect the unemployment rate to hit 10 percent. WASHINGTON (AP) — The recession is
Two die in New Castle fire
Two die in New Castle fire NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A house fire in New Castle claimed two lives Monday.
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Woman, 4-year-old die in New Castle blaze
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A house fire in New Castle claimed two lives on Monday.
Loan for band uniforms
NILES — The city school board has voted to lend the McKinley High School Band Boosters just more than $29,000 to help cover the cost of new uniforms.
'Super-natural' connection with nature
CANFIELD — The Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley will meet today at the Mill Creek MetroParks Farm on state Route 46 just South of Canfield. Social time will be at 6:30 p.m. with the program at 7.
Financial aid program for college-bound in Warren cancelled
The “Financial Aid for the College-Bound” program with a representative from the financial aid
Municipal judges order city to build them a new courthouse
YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s three municipal court judges are ordering city council and Mayor Jay
Bush mulls challenging Williams for mayor
YOUNGSTOWN — One of the first things Jay Williams did after becoming Youngstown mayor was decide to
Appalachian designation brings $500,000 to three counties
YOUNGSTOWN — About $500,000 will be available this year for projects in Mahoning, Trumbull and
GM’s commitment to Lordstown is solid, analyst says
LORDSTOWN — General Motors remains committed to its Lordstown complex despite laying off 800 more
Tens of thousands of new U.S. layoffs make Monday's news
WASHINGTON (AP) — It's already been a lousy year for workers less than a month into 2009 and there's no relief in sight. Tens of thousands of fresh layoffs were announced Monday and more companies are expected to cut payrolls in the months ahead.
Obama calls for quick action on stimulus
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says the nation can't afford "distractions" or "delays" when it comes to the economic stimulus plan working its way through Congress.
Police release identity of woman killed in I-80 crash
HUBBARD — The woman killed on Interstate 80 Sunday evening has been identified as Ann Senchak, 83,
Reservations being taken for Polish carnival
YOUNGSTOWN — Ostatki, a Polish carnival celebration open to the public, will take place beginning at
Cavs win again, have best record in NBA
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — After beating the buzzer to give Cleveland a win the night before, LeBron
Ursuline’s Peterman commits to Syracuse
YOUNGSTOWN — Dale Peterman (5-11, 170), senior wide receiver and defensive back for the Ursuline
Big night for YSU’s team, fans
Way back in October, when the Youngstown State men’s basketball team began workouts, coach Jerry
Ravens’ Kokinis reunited with Mangini
Ozzie Newsome’s assistant replaces Phil Savage in the Cleveland Browns front office. CLEVELAND
Phantoms follow two wins with another lopsided loss
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — For the second time in three weekends the Mahoning Valley Phantoms followed up a
County to seek U.S. funds for wireless project
Plans to increase wireless use in Columbiana County suffered a setback. SALEM — The Columbiana
Hospital CEO has Rx for kids’ care
Akron Children’s Hospital’s president advocates creating a health care system aimed solely at
Schools question rules for funding
Community schooling costs public districts in Ohio hundreds of millions of dollars annually.
Lowellville schools grant
Lowellville schools grant LOWELLVILLE — The village school district was awarded a $10,000 grant
So divine a loss for fitness-minded minister
Kelvin Jordan of Sharpsville has dropped more than 140 pounds in less than one year. FARRELL,
Dolled up, American Girl style
Girls came from as far as Akron, Cleveland and Cuyahoga Falls to try out for the fashion show.
City hall carries out fiscal move
East Palestine’s previous government building was simply too big and costly. EAST PALESTINE —
Volunteer workers can apply for tax credit
Volunteer firefighters and emergency medical services personnel can now apply for a state income tax
They find fitting way to solve problem
Dear Heloise: This is a hint for those couples whose sleeping needs and styles are so incompatible
Mom’s lies bring on heartache
Dear Annie: I am a 42-year-old woman and have never had a normal relationship with my mother. She
UT program includes students from area
The UT Guarantee covers all tuition and fees for up to four years
Icy I-80 closed after accidents; 1 killed
Icy I-80 closed after accidents; 1 killed kA series of wrecks on black ice resulted in one
Strange behavior lands man in jail
YOUNGSTOWN — A man with knives who employees at McDonald’s on Market Street said was taking off his
Accidental suffocation deaths of infants increase
WASHINGTON — Infant deaths attributed to accidental strangulation and suffocation in bed have
GREAT OPPORTUNITY: Charis Kasler, 12, of Boardman participates in a “master class” with
GREAT OPPORTUNITY: Charis Kasler, 12, of Boardman participates in a “master class” with the Russian
Wrestling
Wrestling Mel Berry Duals Thiel 36, WVU Tech 13 Thiel 31, Mercyhurst North East 17 Thiel 27,
AMERICAN GIRL FASHION SHOW | Benefit
Angels of Easter Seals of Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties is hosting a fashion show and
Crashes on I-80 leave 1 dead
HUBBARD — A series of wrecks on black ice resulted in a fatality and shut down a portion of
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Sunday 1stSEmDMagic Al (Hernandez)14.204.603.00 Seminuts (Murphy)2.602.20
AT the BARRE: Abby Myers, 15, of Hartford warms up for the once-in-a-lifetime experience at the
AT the BARRE: Abby Myers, 15, of Hartford warms up for the once-in-a-lifetime experience at the
Family tree climbing
Family tree climbing YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Historical Center will have “Climbing My Family
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games Philadelphia 116, New York 110 Miami 103, Orlando 97 New Jersey 99, Memphis
R&D list has Ohio colleges rated 6th
The chancellor has said he would like to see more research done at YSU. YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio’s
Masterful dancing
Valley ballet students get in step with members of Russian troupe Girls from four dance studios
Man dies in apparent stove accident
YOUNGSTOWN — A 46-year-old Taylor Avenue man died from an apparent explosion that occurred when he
TODAY
TODAY 3:30 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: Australian Open quarterfinals. Noon (FSN Ohio) Hockey: AHL All-
New standard in place for freedom of information
New standard in place for freedom of information Seattle Times: On his first full day in the Oval
HEALTH CARE FOR CHILDREN Reform principles
William Considine, president and chief executive officer of Akron Children’s Hospital, was part of
Local news
xxxxx COLUMBUS — Lt. Morris L. Hill Jr., originally from Warren, is the new assistant district
Boy impersonates officer
Boy impersonates officer CHICAGO — Chicago police arrested a 14-year-old boy for impersonating one
Bonuses continue despite bailouts
NEW YORK — Top executives at Wall Street’s biggest banks made a public show of turning down bonuses
Reports: Paul McCartney’s girlfriend free to marry
Reports: Paul McCartney’s girlfriend free to marry NEW YORK — Paul McCartney is free to marry his
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SPENDING Colleges and universities
Ohio ranked sixth among the states in terms of research and development spending at its public
Answers to weekly quiz
Answers to weekly quiz Q. North-South vulnerable, as South you hold: xQ J 9 5 u9 4 v10 8 7 4
REGION
REGION Home expos taking a hit CINCINNATI — Thousands of people visit Cincinnati Homearama each
Don’t get taken at liquidation sales
Liquidation sales are not supposed to save you money. Their sole purpose is to squeeze every
“Olivia” (11:30 a.m., Nickelodeon): She’s a little piglet, but never mind that.
“Olivia” (11:30 a.m., Nickelodeon): She’s a little piglet, but never mind that. Olivia gets things
Singer Linda Davis in Packard concert
WARREN —Grammy-winning singer Linda Davis comes to Packard Music Hall for a 7:30 p.m. concert
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Community Action Partnership of Mercer County town hall meeting, 5-5:30 p.m.
Fiscal responsibility? Not in Congress
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Days before becoming responsible, in the eyes of a public fixated on the presidency,
Shhh, but there’s corruption in Iraq
Opinion: When the nation’s military leaders met with President Obama last week to discuss Iraq, I hope they
Simon advances when rival unable to continue match
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Gilles Simon advanced to the Australian Open quarterfinals today when
Summers’ big game helps MSU trim OSU
COLUMBUS (AP) — There was no Northwestern hangover for No. 7 Michigan State. Durrell Summers made
Top 25 BASKETBALL Sunday’s other games
No. 9 Louisville 67, No. 8 Syracuse 57 SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Earl Clark scored five of his 16 points in
Don’t count out earmarks just yet
A variety of pet projects could be funded covertly with stimulus money. WASHINGTON (AP) —
All-Stars of the East best West, 12-11, in shootout
MONTREAL (AP) — The NHL All-Star game was settled in the newest of ways in hockey’s oldest city.
NBA ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s games
Lakers 99, Spurs 85 LOS ANGELES — A matchup of the Western Conference’s best teams turned out to
Study: Vaccine preservative causes no harm to children
CHICAGO (AP) — A new study from Italy adds to a mountain of evidence that a mercury-based
Recession raises stakes for gambling in states
Gov. Ted Strickland and the Legislature are considering a new plan to build casinos. ATLANTA (AP)
Stimulus bill would funnel more than $100B to schools
The economic rescue plan before Congress would fully fund No Child Left Behind programs for the
More jobs to be cut, new forecast warns
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s shaping up to be another lousy year for workers, with more companies
GE profit drops 46% as finance unit falters
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a discouraging report for the American economy, General Electric Co. posted a
Today is Monday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2009. There are 339 days left in the year. This is the
Today is Monday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2009. There are 339 days left in the year. This is the
Lost Mendelssohn works will premiere at concert
One music director believes the works should remain unknown. NEW YORK — The world is getting a
Israel prepares legal defense in case of war crimes charges
JERUSALEM (AP) — Special legal teams will defend Israeli soldiers against potential war crimes
W.Va. farmers eye Muslim market
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — In a room where farmers in camouflage baseball caps and John Deere
The number of oil rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the United States dropped by 53
The number of oil rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the United States dropped by 53
Oh, darn! My kids have started to curse
LAS VEGAS — The other day my 3-year-old couldn’t get a lid off a marker, so she made her frustration
“Yes, we wrote the bill. Yes, we won the election. But that doesn’t mean we don’t
Opinion: “Yes, we wrote the bill. Yes, we won the election. But that doesn’t mean we don’t want it to have
Screen Actors Guild awards Winners
Complete list of winners of the 15th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards: Movies Cast: “Slumdog
Streep, Penn win top SAG awards
Heath Ledger won a posthumous award for ‘The Dark Knight.’ LOS ANGELES (AP) — Meryl Streep of
LeBeau vs. Whisenhunt
The Steelers’ defensive coordinator knows the Cardinals’ offense better than anyone. But then
Obama’s healthy dose of tough love
Opinion: Our new president has asked us a question. It took him exactly 15 minutes. The question: What kind
All-Star Kovalev earns MVP honors
All-Star Kovalev earns MVP honors Alex Kovalev earned MVP honors with a pair of breakaway goals
LIMBER: Dorie Chevlen, 16, of Liberty participates in a “master class” with the State
LIMBER: Dorie Chevlen, 16, of Liberty participates in a “master class” with the State Ballet Theatre
Community Schools
Community Schools Statewide totals Public school districts in Ohio have seen an increasing
The Feds offer and we are willing to accept
Opinion: John Stossel sends his apologies. He feels bad about letting the American people foot the bill to
Taxpayers foot the bill for billions in unearned bonuses
Editorial: Taxpayers foot the bill for billions in unearned bonuses In the final days of the last Congress,
BRITAIN
BRITAIN The Independent, London, Jan. 20: The long transition between an American election and the
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Icy I-80 in Hubbard reopens after fatal accident, series of wrecks
HUBBARD — A series of wrecks on black ice resulted in one fatality and the shutdown of a portion of
Russians come to teach Valley students masterful ballet steps
YOUNGSTOWN — Ballet has a universal language. Russian ballet master Lyudmila Maslennikova glided
Portion of icy I-80 in Liberty, Hubbard closed after fatal crash, other wrecks
HUBBARD — A series of wrecks on black ice resulted in one fatality and the shutdown of a portion of
Browns hire Ravens executive
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baltimore pro personnel director George Kokinis has been hired as Cleveland’s
Use U.S. stimulus funds to widen wireless access, Columbiana leaders propose
SALEM — The Columbiana County Port Authority may turn to federal stimulus funding to finance its
City hall for East Palestine makes its move
EAST PALESTINE —The new City Hall is operating at the former McCamon Insurance building on North
Public universities in Ohio rank sixth in U.S. in research, development spending
YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio’s public universities rank sixth in the nation in research and development
Nationalize part of children’s health care, hospital CEO urges
BOARDMAN — Start with the children. That is the advice given to President Barack Obama as a
Community schools cost taxpayers, public districts, officials say
BOARDMAN — Suburban school district officials say they don’t object to competition, they just think
Farrell minister thanks God for loss of 140 pounds
FARRELL, Pa. — Think of the most inspirational weight-loss icons of our time. Richard Simmons.
LISA THOMAS | MICHAEL SPIECH
LISA THOMAS MICHAEL SPIECH RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico — Lisa Michelle Thomas of North Royalton and
Boardman Plaza site takes Second Harvest donations
Boardman Plaza site takes Second Harvest donations BOARDMAN — Second Harvest Foodbank has a new
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, has scheduled the following: Monday,
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
2009 Heart Ball will strive to beat disease and save lives
The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay HAVING A BALL: Taking part in the American Heart Association’s 2009
MASONIC GROUPS
friday • William Farr Lodge will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Girard Masonic Temple, 34 S. State St.
SENIOR CITIZENS
COMMERCIAL INTERTECH • Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Hall
Symphony performance brings life to art
A California composer said the Butler project consumed him like no other. YOUNGSTOWN — Powers
Jackson-Milton celebrates end to long, frustrating losing streak
NORTH JACKSON — Two years ago, the Jackson-Milton High boys basketball team watched as a disgruntled
Family, community key to Obama’s success
The sum of others’ sacrifices, suffering and triumphs paved the way for Obama’s presidency, the
Hyped-up Harding avenges 2008 loss to Mansfield Sr.
WARREN — With a fan dressed like Nintendo’s Super Mario in the front row of the Warren Harding
Can’t Take Any Moore
Hoover had no answer for center BOARDMAN — In the first quarter of Saturday’s showdown with
Area kids live local history
Historical programs are designed to pass along the area’s collective memory. YOUNGSTOWN — For
LeBron’s alma mater overwhelms Ursuline
YOUNGSTOWN — Akron St.Vincent-St.Mary coach Dru Joyce told Ursuline coach Keith Gunther that this
At Mosquito, dozens get ‘crazy for a good cause’
The local event usually raises at least $13,000 for Special Olympics. CORTLAND — Michael Jonas
Tigers battle to stay unbeaten
Freshmen Erika Nites and Taylor Williams led Howland past Salem, 45-37. HOWLAND — Freshmen
OVI task force: Crackdown works
The goal isn’t a lot of drunken-driving arrests but to educate, a state patrol commander said.
Phantoms maintain dominance of Machine
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms are money in the bank when they score first. It’s a
Razzano-Pastore engagement is being announced
NILES — A spring wedding is planned by Mauri Razzano, 1815C Northwest Blvd., Columbus, and Don
June 27 wedding for Miss Kobelenz and Mr. DiRienzo
EAST LIVERPOOL — The engagement of Emily Kobelenz, 4090 Hodges Blvd., Jacksonville, Fla., and Robert
Sports digest
area Curbstoners BOARDMAN — Len Perry, a Youngstown State University instructor, will speak when
Inaugural speech captivated viewers throughout region
There were no Youngstown crimes called in during President Obama’s speech. President Barack
Fire destroys New Castle landmark
A 60-year staple near New Castle, Pa., was left in ruin after a kitchen fire. NEW CASTLE, Pa.
REGION
REGION Wildcat’s Comedy Club to open in Boardman BOARDMAN — Sam Whittaker of Cortland is opening
Vegas casinos know when to hold ’em
Casinos have put expansion projects on hold as the recession lingers. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Major
MEDICINE
MEDICINE Sharon Regional Health System added Dr. Joseph M. Abalos to its medical staff. Dr. Abalos
St. Joseph’s Family Birthplace
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Dinner party celebrates 50th for the Powells
BOARDMAN — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Don Powell, 433 Tudor Lane, was celebrated
Laura Italiano and Ken Kraft to be married in May
BOARDMAN — The engagement of Laura Italiano, a daughter of Dominic and Helen Italiano, all of 8571
Miss Stephenson, Mr. Denton plan early May wedding
Tony and Cathy Stephenson, 7790 Exeter Court, Canfield, and David and Patricia Denton, 515 Geneva
Lisa Metzinger, Joseph Damore set May 9 wedding
YOUNGSTOWN — George and Michele Metzinger of 2718 Jean St., and Joseph and Carol Damore of 216 S.
MELANIE WITT | JASON LANDGRAFF
MELANIE WITT JASON LANDGRAFF BOARDMAN — The marriage of Melanie Arlene Witt and Jason Paul
LIMELIGHT
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements MINERAL RIDGE — Ruth McMonagle, founder and owner of Resource
Easy call for Supreme Court
Editorial: Easy call for Supreme Court Voters in 130 cities and villages in Ohio have spoken again and again,
Strickland shows leadership in trying to cut state costs
Editorial: Just days after it was revealed that Gov. Ted Strickland is seeking major concessions from state
Trying to rebuild personal finances
After watching the worst financial fiasco since the 1930s unravel throughout last year, we must
Nadal to meet Murray in semis
However, the Spaniard must first face 2007 Australian Open finalist Fernando Gonzalez of Chile.
Franchise sheds shabby ways to make renaissance work
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Born in an Irish neighborhood in Chicago 111 years ago, the Cardinals have
Cavaliers escape Oakland with a win at the buzzer
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James tossed up a rare airball from the top of the 3-point arc that
Montreal rolls out red carpet to honor NHL’s elite players
The Canadiens are hosts for this year’s All-Star Game. MONTREAL (AP) — Nothing against Atlanta, or
Girls basketball Saturday’s other games
Chaney 56, East Palestine 44 YOUNGSTOWN — Chaney senior Alyssa Sykes scored 17 of her 21 points in
Butler continues blowouts with 30-point home win
INDIANAPOLIS — Reserve Shawn Vanzant scored a career-high 20 points, and Butler’s suffocating
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDA’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary 78, Ursuline 44
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
When it comes to hockey, Erie has had many shots on goal
Erie’s hockey tradition dates back to 1964. ERIE, Pa. — Knowing the Panthers minor league
It’s slightly above zero outside and not much warmer inside Louis J. Tullio Arena.
It’s slightly above zero outside and not much warmer inside Louis J. Tullio Arena. Even with the
ODNR donates truck to fire department
WINONA — The Winona Fire Department will receive a 1986 Chevrolet four-wheel drive, 1-ton pickup
Champion Falcons without winners
Fitch won the Hephner event, but had no individual winners in the finals. AUSTINTOWN — Judging by
MARTIN LUTHER KING jr. What he said
During the last few years of his life, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave a series of presentations
Northfield Results
Northfield Results saturday 1st—Currently Fly (Sugg)4.002.602.10 Lookslike Jet (Stahl)8.004.80
3 die in avalanche on Scottish mountain
LONDON (AP) — Three people hiking on a rugged Scottish mountain were killed in an avalanche
Swimming & Diving
Swimming & Diving Cleveland State 124, YSU 108 Wright State 159.5, YSU 71.5. YSU highlights —
Back to school in Gaza
Back to school in Gaza GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — Tens of thousands of children returned to schools
Cleveland Clinic dean to head overseas hospital
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Clinic has chosen the dean of its medical school to head a new
Webb on right track with proposal for four-day week
Opinion: Webb on right track with proposal for four-day week EDITOR: Each day, as everyday citizens
Many on Ohio scholarships fail
Many private-school pupils failed state achievement tests last May. CINCINNATI (AP) —
For Selena Class, series of 680 is a little bundle of joy
John Bassetti | Bowling Pregnancy and panic usually go hand-in-hand at home, in the car and in
FUTURE UNCERTAIN: The Parkstown complex included a bowling alley and sports screens as well as an
FUTURE UNCERTAIN: The Parkstown complex included a bowling alley and sports screens as well as an
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Midland Funding v. Daniel Philhower, money. Victor Mauro et
Town gives pilot a hero’s homecoming
DANVILLE, Calif. (AP) — Thousands of people holding signs and waving American flags cheered wildly
U.S. troops kill Iraqi couple in bed
BAGHDAD — An Iraqi couple was killed in their bed Saturday morning as their daughter slept between
Steelers ownership controversy hasn’t affected performances
Last summer’s training camp began with Dan Rooney advising players of family negotiations over
Setting to work on promised changes
WASHINGTON — At the end of his first day as president, after the ceremony and speech, the parade and
Obama radio address seeks support for plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama met with his economic advisers Saturday after he asked
YSU starts fast, finishes gassed
Penguins guard Camisha Alexander scored 15 points in a 73-50 loss to Detroit. DETROIT — Freshman
The new year is picking up speed. My mistaken use of “2008” has slowed, and my
The new year is picking up speed. My mistaken use of “2008” has slowed, and my references to “last
Today is Sunday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2009. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2009. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date in
Shooting in Cincinnati leaves three dead
CINCINNATI (AP) — Authorities in a Cincinnati suburb say a 26-year-old man is a suspect in the
Support blesses Fitch’s Miller
The Austintown wrestler has plenty weighing on his mind. AUSTINTOWN — The 16th Josh Hephner
NFL Playoffs
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Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo FIFTY YEARS AGO: In January 1959, the Mahoning and Shenango valleys saw
Lions, a semipro team never affiliated with a league, 1964-1975.
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public libraries February schedule
Public library of Youngstown and Mahoning CountY Children’s Programs Celebrating Black History
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Monday — Men’s basketball vs. Akron, 7:05 p.m. Thursday — Women’s basketball
Gusting winds lead to deaths, injuries in Spain
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Part of a sports center collapsed in high winds Saturday in the northern
Death of model with storybook life illustrates rapid spread of drug-resistant bacteria
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AP) — One month ago, 20-year-old beauty queen Mariana Bridi was living the
Global warming blamed for early deaths of trees
SAN FRANCISCO — Trees are dying faster than ever in the old-growth forests of California and the
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., 82 Ohltown Road. Coitsville Board of
Keep Vicks VapoRub away from inside nose
Q. You ran a letter from a forensic crime-scene detective who used Vicks VapoRub to mask nasty
Mexican agents charged with favoring drug cartel
The U.S. is giving Mexico its first installment of $400 million to fight drugs. MEXICO CITY (AP) —
Florida vet helps Lab deliver 13 puppies
A typical litter normally produces five to six puppies. When David Randall went to work that day
Mexico City turning green with new recycling plan
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico City wants to turn one of the planet’s biggest and messiest waste
Researchers looking into increase in C-sections
Babies born by C-section are at increased risk for breathing difficulty. With Caesarean sections
No fire to heat up ailing economy?
Chinese soothsayers see a deepening recession and millions more lost jobs. HONG KONG (AP) — If the
SETTING SAIL
Want a cheap vacation? Try a short cruise MIAMI (AP) — Seeking a getaway despite the downturn,
BEST PICTURE
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98-year-old recalls happy life, success
He earned an engineering degree from Youngstown College in 1934. Six major wars, the great
‘Kim’ makes life confusing for infant’s family
Dear Annie: My 22-year-old son, “Josh,” was in a relationship with “Kim” for over a year. She seemed
Sex toys executive gets her own TV show
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Is song ‘Viva La Vida’ a case of cold plagiarism?
A guitarist’s claim shows the complexity of comparing melodies. The old adage “where there’s a
Commissioners should be making decisions that affect taxpayers and downtown businesses
Opinion: EDITOR: Who’s running Mahoning County anyway? George Tablack has been immersed in Mahoning
Comedy ‘Trust Me’ lacks allure of ‘Mad Men’
The show centers on two work partners. Charm is an essential sales tool, and TNT’s “Trust Me”
‘The Last Templar’ on NBC: It’s just another knight fight
The movie special stars Mira Sorvino as an archaeologist. “The Last Templar” wants to be “The
Following the money trail
“So Damn Much Money: The Triumph of Lobbying and the Corrosion of American Government” (Alfred A.
Globetrotters bring show back to Chevy
Neal does not regret the fact that he never played in the NBA. In today’s glitz and glamour
Read more: books you need to communicate
I recently overheard a 20-something woman say to her Gen Y friend, “I just couldn’t live without my
‘Noble Beast’
‘Noble Beast’ Andrew Bird (Fat Possum) Grade: A “Noble Beast” reaffirms there are fewer
“Screen Actors Guild Awards” (8 p.m., TNT, TBS): James Earl Jones is honored for his
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Arena name: Louis J. Tullio Arena
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‘Heart Hero’ program planned for Feb. 5
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Jane Austen program focuses on her faith
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She was the first first lady
“Mrs. Lincoln / A Life” (Harper, 415 pages, $26.99), by Catherine Clinton: Mary Anne Todd was a
For 3rd year, Valley home sales fall
Figures show sales of homes in the Mahoning Valley dropped 11 percent last year. Home sales
Author Rushdie remains lightning rod for protests
NEW YORK — Nearly 20 years after being driven underground by a religious decree, he is now Sir
Designer hired to redecorate living quarters for Obamas
Michael S. Smith has not yet announced his plans. Michael S. Smith, a Santa Monica, Calif.,
You can control all your computers from one iPhone
I’ve gone on record defining the iPhone to really be a mobile computer that can also make cell phone
Best Sellers
Best Sellers HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Plum Spooky.” Janet Evanovich. St. Martin’s, $27.95 2.
Figurine is clue to pair’s history
terry kovel \ Antiques and collecting Was it Robert Peary or Frederick Cook who first reached the
New slogan adopted for the city of angels
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It’s not hard to customize Vista
Q. I purchased a new PC with Vista Home Premium installed. Windows Photo Gallery came preinstalled
CURRENT PRICES
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TOUGH TIMES
Homeowners turn into landlords Falling house prices and a slow market are forcing more homeowners
A FEW TIPS Handling rentals
Industry experts offered the following suggestions for homeowners who are considering renting their
Author offers ways to reduce costs
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Tips
Tips Trying new things If you are thinking of repurposing a piece of furniture, industry experts
Housing downturn
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2009 trends What to look for
The 2009 trend-spotters did their homework and found out that the economy will dictate the home
It takes courage to be a leech?
Opinion: “Today we agreed to put to rest a series of events that was unbecoming of the leadership of the
Greenbrier plans to lay off 650 workers
The employees could be rehired if business improves. CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The Greenbrier
Globetrotters sell out
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Questions about Apple, Yahoo start at top
CHICAGO — Last week brought tremendous change to two of technology’s bellwether firms, but it had
Savannah Music Festival
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Obama gave us shot of optimism
Opinion: This past Tuesday was a day that crossed the emotional spectrum for me. Sitting in the Playwright
Inside/More prep basketball
XHighlights from Saturday’s other girls games, C4 XSaturday’s boys games, C5 XScores and
Mining industry takes a tumble
Unwanted copper, gold and iron ore is piling up or being left underground. DENVER (AP) — Withering
Randall nets 27 points for Kennedy C.
FRANKLIN, Pa. — Kyle Randall poured in 27 points for Kennedy Catholic, which defeated Vision Quest,
Can Youngstown learn from Erie?
It’s slightly above zero outside and not much warmer inside Louis J. Tullio Arena.
FIGURINE: This figurine depicts Frederick Cook and Robert Peary clinging to the world while
FIGURINE: This figurine depicts Frederick Cook and Robert Peary clinging to the world while
Christ-centered education excels
Opinion: This year’s National Catholic Schools Week theme, “Celebrate Service,” underscores one of our finest
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Niles Swinglab — has training at the dome adjacent to the Eastwood Expo Center. Call
Keilen Dykes will be sideline member of Arizona’s squad
The Chaney High graduate is on the Cardinals’ practice squad as it prepares for Sunday’s NFL
Hiking trails offer exercise challenges
Hiking trails are good for more than a challenging outdoor walk. The uneven terrain forces the body
Brutality of Russia-Georgia war emerging
At least 17 Georgian villages were destroyed by South Ossetian militias, a researcher said.
Replacing presidential aircraft could create political firestorm
A U.S. president flying in planes made in Europe? It could happen. WICHITA, Kan. — When
Saturday, January 24 (114 stories)
Phantoms complete sweep of Machine, 5-2
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms are money in the bank when they score first. It’s a
Warren Harding takes care of business on home court
WARREN — With a fan dressed like Nintendo’s Super Mario in the front row of the Warren Harding
Jackson-Milton boys finally reach pinnacle of victory
NORTH JACKSON — Two years ago, the Jackson-Milton High boys basketball team watched as a disgruntled
First Tee reservations open
SHARON, Pa. — Rental reservations for the 2009 season are now being taken at the First Tee Building at Buhl Farm Golf Course and Driving Range.
Boardman rallies in second half to defeat Hoover
BOARDMAN — In the first quarter of Saturday’s showdown with rival North Canton Hoover, the Boardman
Globetrotters sell out Chevy
YOUNGSTOWN — The Harlem Globetrotters will play to a sold-out house at the Chevy Centre Saturday night.
Fire closes Route 224, destroys landmark
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — U.S. Route 224 is closed between Winter Road and old Youngstown Road in Union Township, outside New Castle, due to a large business fire.
Austintown’s Satterlee sweats extra in win
At home, the Falcon wrestler was happy to combine shedding weight with his favorite varsity sport.
Canfield sends a message to rivals
Junior Mike Podolsky scored a career-high 36 points as the Cards scored a huge road victory.
Phantoms manage to hold off Machine for 4-3 victory
YOUNGSTOWN — Was it that the Mahoning Valley Phantoms didn’t play like a first-place team Friday
YSU’s ‘Almost, Maine’ occupies a warm spot
YOUNGSTOWN — In weather this cold, the last thing anyone wants to do is to escape to Maine for a
Sharp shooting carries Campbell past LaBrae
LEAVITTSBURG — Something of an outsider in the All-American Conference Blue Division, the Campbell
Hephner’s legacy lives on
AUSTINTOWN — At a young age, Mark and Patty Hephner knew wrestling was the sport for their son Josh.
Public getting in tune with digital TV mandate
A local electronics retailer said he’s seen an increase in DTV converter box sales.
PBS explains problems with its signal strength
WNEO PBS’ digital signal goes full power. YOUNGSTOWN — Digital television-ready residents
A simpler form of burial
Hybrid vehicles, reusable grocery bags and energy-efficient light bulbs come to mind when some
Boardman pupils can start early, stay late
The programs have been available at West Boulevard Elementary for at least 15 years. BOARDMAN
Alumni seek Spartans to join revived group
The association hopes a graduate from every decade will join an alumni council. BOARDMAN — If
Lordstown tops Badger; Maplewood beats Bristol
LORDSTOWN — Steve Crivley scored 16 points Friday as the Lordstown High boys basketball team
East High outlasts Fitch in 55-51 win
YOUNGSTOWN — Anthony Bowers scored 16 points and made 12 rebounds Friday to lead the East High boys
Board hit with cut in funding
The board is expected to decide on program cuts within a month. YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County
Police arrest man called deserter by Army
Police arrest man called deserter by Army YOUNGS-TOWN — A man the Army said is a deserter was
Niles budget for 2009 avoids layoffs
The budget averages out to just more than 9 percent less than the 2008 appropriations. NILES —
Ohio unemployment reaches 20-year high
Losses worsened in the goods-producing and service industries. COLUMBUS — Steep losses
He is worried by ‘Eve’’s suspicious behavior
Dear Annie: I have been married for nine years and am starting to think my wife is having an affair.
Personalities of playful pets please people
Dear Readers: Anyone who shares his or her life with a pet knows there is a lot of personality
Passengers credit survival to higher power
People of many faiths try to make sense of what role God played in their fate. WEDDINGTON, N.C.
God plays a role in inaugural speechesSFlb
But some object to use of religious language in governmental event. Like so many presidents
COLLEGE HOOPS \ Top 25 women’s games
No. 22 Florida State 80, No. 16 Virginia 75 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Courtney Ward scored 18 points
NBA Friday’s games
Bobcats 98, Suns 76 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Boris Diaw dominated Phoenix a month after being dealt by
Some NHL All-Stars accept sit-out penalty
MONTREAL (AP) — Sure there are lots of NHL stars in Montreal this weekend. It’s the “All” part that
Super Bowl celebrations toned down
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The sagging economy has put a hit on plans for this year’s Super Bowl, not that
Abby Pritchard, Nicholas Frankle plan outdoor rite
CANFIELD —Abby J. Pritchard, daughter of David and Tracey Pritchard, all of 7180 Saint Ursula Drive,
Interfaith tea planned
Interfaith tea planned BOARDMAN — Youngstown Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will hold an
Chaney-Morckel summer wedding is being planned
HOWLAND — The engagement of Victoria Marie Chaney and Jeffrey Alan Morckel is being announced by
Wedding in 2010 for Erica Kovacik, William Paczak
NORTH OLMSTED — Kathy and Gerard Kovacik of North Olmsted are announcing the engagement of their
Loomis-Gnacinski engagement told, wedding planned
WICKLIFFE — The engagement of Heather Loomis and Phillip Gnacinski, both of 1842 Rush Road, and
Peer group helps troubled marriages
YOUNGSTOWN — The Retrouvaille Community of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown will sponsor a weekend
Salem slips past Struthers by four
STRUTHERS — Phil Bennett scored 14 points Friday as the Salem High boys basketball team defeated
MacDonald-Price engagement told, wedding in May
YOUNGSTOWN — Emery and Sharon MacDonald III, 2747 Tampa Ave., are announcing the engagement of their
Penguins dominate Cleveland in 64-60 win
The YSU men led the entire contest in front of more than 6,000 fans and a ESPNU television
Public increasingly gets in tune with digital TV mandate
A local electronics retailer said he’s seen an increase in DTV converter box sales. With the
Balanced Blue Devils too much for Bears; J-M snaps losing skid
LEETONIA — Devin Bansberg, Matthias Tayala and Lance Ronghi each scored 10 points on Friday as the
Brown’s monster game carries Warren JFK past Hubbard 57-48
WARREN — Warren JFK High’s Nick Brown knows he’s expected to carry a heavy load as the leader of the
About 30 relatives and friends remembered the six Crawford family members who died in the arson.
About 30 relatives and friends remembered the six Crawford family members who died in the arson.
DIGITAL Tv \ Transition
DIGITAL Tv \ Transition The digital transition will be complete Feb. 17, but not everyone is
Friday brought another day of rumors and reports about additional layoffs at General Motors
Friday brought another day of rumors and reports about additional layoffs at General Motors
Ice Zone burglarized
Ice Zone burglarized BOARDMAN — Police started investigating a burglary at the Ice Zone, 360
Northfield Results
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Pro-gun Dem gets seat
Pro-gun Dem gets seat ALBANY, N.Y. — Instantly opening a rift among New York Democrats, Rep.
Three apply for township fiscal position
MINERAL RIDGE — James Pirko is the third candidate to submit a r sum for the position of
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Boston 90, Orlando 80 L.A. Lakers 117, Washington 97 Friday’s Games
Obama seeks OK for $825B stimulus
The Senate Republican leader expects Congress to approve the measure by mid-February. WASHINGTON
Free business seminars offered at Kent Salem
SALEM — A free “Business Breakfast Series” will be sponsored by Kent State University’s Salem and
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gary K. Bates, 66, Beaver Falls, Pa. and Billie J. Metz, 58,
Serena Williams advances at Australian Open
Her doubles victory with sister Venus was interrupted when a half-naked streaker ran onto the court.
YSU Women’s Basketball \ Today’s game
Who: YSU (2-15, 0-6) at Detroit (5-13, 1-6).SFlbWhen: 4:30 p.m. at Calihan Hall, Detroit. Radio:
Miss Marenkovic, Mr. Borcheck plan February wedding
Plans for the upcoming marriage of their children, Jacqueline Ann Marenkovic and Jeremy Daniel
Steelers’ Taylor relishes covering elite
The Pittsburgh cornerback will try to shut down Arizona Cardinals ace Larry Fitzgerald. PITTSBURGH
University to end some degrees
Cut funding will mean elimination of some degrees. Miami University of Ohio will phase out
Mom not guilty by reason of insanity
Amber Hill could have faced the death penalty if convicted. CLEVELAND (AP) — A mother charged
Business news digest
REGION Free tax preparation YOUNGSTOWN — For tax year 2008, Home Savings is offering TurboTax
Local topics on TV - Sunday programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): Inspiring Minds Inc., a local youth
The Chiefs fire head coach Herm Edwards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Herm Edwards, the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs during the worst two-
Fired caregiver accused of patient abuse
BOARDMAN — Police, members of the U.S. Marshals Task Force and an investigator for the Ohio
Ambulance fund theft case going to court
FARRELL, Pa. — Shenango Valley Ambulance Service’s former president, who’s charged with stealing
Pope launches Vatican YouTube channel
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Puffs of smoke, speeches in Latin and multipage encyclicals have all been used
Warren man to serve 4 years for torture
WARREN — Stephen N. DeSantis, one of three men charged with torturing a Warren man over a $50 drug
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The dinner-dance benefit for Ava Timko, 1, of Canfield, who has been diagnosed
Pakistan: 18 died in barrages by U.S.
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — In the first such strikes since the inauguration of President Barack Obama,
Man who wounded firefighter gets 3 years added to sentence
WARREN — Stefin L. Gantt, the Warren man sent to prison last fall for shooting an off-duty
Today is Saturday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2009. There are 341 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2009. There are 341 days left in the year. On this date
County asks high court for hearing
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Lawrence County Redevelopment Authority is petitioning the state Supreme Court
Pancake breakfast Sunday
Pancake breakfast Sunday HARTFORD — The Hartford Fire Association and Burghill-Vernon Fire
Boardman Alumni
Boardman Alumni Looking for help The newly reactivated group is looking for alumni to be
Caylee Anthony’s grandfather hospitalized
ORLANDO, Fla. — The grandfather of slain Florida toddler Caylee Anthony is in stable condition after
“Prayers for Bobby” (9 p.m., Lifetime): Sigourney Weaver marks her first performance in
“Prayers for Bobby” (9 p.m., Lifetime): Sigourney Weaver marks her first performance in a made-for-
Comprehensive reform will benefit U.S.
Opinion: WASHINGTON — There are some who say we cannot afford health-care reform during this time of economic
All my children
ALL MY CHILDREN Zach’s gunshot left Josh brain dead, forcing Erica to make a painful decision and
Senate version of plan provides $300 bonus for seniors, others
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senior citizens receiving Social Security would get a bonus payment of $300 under
It pays to pay attention to the flight attendants
Opinion: Rocky Mountain News, Denver: Airline passengers are suddenly paying attention when the flight
Chair pick will reveal direction of the GOP
Opinion: For a party out of political power, the election of its new national chairman is often the first
Severstal steel plans February idle
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Russian-owned steelmaker Severstal North America said Friday it will idle
Earnings reports translate into mixed day for market
Aflac Inc. reassured investors that it had plenty of cash to maintain its credit ratings. NEW
General Motors spends $884M Treasury loan on equity stake
The company’s financing arm had received $5 billion from the government bailout. NEW YORK (AP) —
Sunday news shows
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi,
Economy driving Harley-Davidson cuts
Job cuts include 800 hourly production and 300 nonproduction positions. NEW YORK — Harley-
Chrysler president says company has plan for prosperity
The automaker’s president said Chrysler shouldn’t need more government bailout money. NEW
Ex-museum guard guilty of slashing $1.2M artwork
Ex-museum guard guilty of slashing $1.2M artwork PITTSBURGH — A former guard at the Carnegie
Talks of more downsizing continue Monday
Friday brought another day of rumors and reports about additional layoffs at General Motors Lordstown Complex.
Barack Obama offers hope to ‘people of poor nations’
Editorial: They were just two paragraphs in President Barack H. Obama’s historic inaugural speech Tuesday, but
Obama’s promise is far too expensive
Opinion: EDITOR NOTE: The writers are addressing the question, Will the recession prevent President Obama
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Feb 1st. Super Bowl XLIII Raymond James Stadium-
Driver charged with abduction
BOARDMAN — Police charged a 20-year-old man with abduction, accusing him of driving his former
Retiring rector reflects on time at city church
The Rev. John Horner is leaving the church family at St. John’s Episcopal to spend more time with
ONE-ON-ONE: Chad Fullum got some advice Friday from Becky Cantanzariti during the after-school
ONE-ON-ONE: Chad Fullum got some advice Friday from Becky Cantanzariti during the after-school
Beaver Local cruises to early lead in 64-48 win over East Liverpool
LISBON — The Beaver Local girls basketball team took a 22-4 lead in the first quarter and then it
Released terrorist resurfaces in Yemen
WASHINGTON (AP) — A released Guantanamo Bay terror detainee has re-emerged as an al-Qaida commander
CANFIELD CITY
CANFIELD CITY Jan. 9 Menacing: The fifth- and sixth-grade principal at Canfield Middle School,
Obama overturns aid ban tied to abortion services
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Friday struck down the Bush administration’s ban on
Taylor-Williams wedding is set for Las Vegas
YOUNGSTOWN — Lashawn Taylor and Theo Williams, both of Youngstown, announce their engagement and
CONVERTER BOXES
CONVERTER BOXES Coupon requests More than 100,000 residents of Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull
Sports digest
area All-PAC honors WEXFORD, Pa. — Eleven area student athletes, including four from Westminster
Joint Chiefs chairman to deliver lecture at Grove City College
GROVE CITY, Pa. — U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen will deliver the 2008-09 Grove City College Pew Memorial Lecture at 7 p.m. Feb. 2 in Ketler Auditorium of the Pew Fine Arts Center.
Scholastic art awards are on exhibit at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — The 2009 Regional Scholastic Art Awards is on exhibit now through Feb. 6 at the McDonough Museum of Art on the campus of Youngstown State University.
Montessori kids find helping campaign makes lots of cents
The pupils are collecting pennies for the Central, Asia Institute.
Thiel climbs on board RecycleMania effort
Three area schools are involved in the 10-week national recycling event.
McGiffin-Thomas nuptial rite is set at Holy Family
POLAND — Tim and Lisa McGiffin, 3566 Hummingbird Hill Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
BOYS BASKETBALL
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES East 57, Fitch 51 Warren JFK 57, Hubbard 48 North Canton Hoover
Friday, January 23 (113 stories)
Warren man gets 4 years for torture
WARREN — Stephen N. DeSantis, one of three men charged with torturing a Warren man over a $50 drug
Will there be just one shift for Lordstown’s GM complex?
Friday brought another day of rumors and reports about additional layoffs at General Motors
Fired caregiver arrested for patient abuse
BOARDMAN — Police, members of the U.S. Marshals Task Force and an investigator for the Ohio
Man who wounded Youngstown firefighter gets 3 years added to sentence
WARREN — Stefin L. Gantt, the Warren man sent to prison last fall for shooting an off-duty
Pa. man charged with performing sex act on a lamb
SANDY LAKE, Pa. — A man remains in the Mercer County Jail on charges he performed a sex act on a
Columbiana Co. real estate tax bills are in the mail
LISBON — Columbiana County Treasurer Nick Barborak said tpday that 59,012 real estate tax statements
Installation of new Chevrolet Centre sign begins
YOUNGSTOWN — Work has begun to install a digital marquee sign outside the Chevrolet Centre. It
BCI to test gun that may have been used in Salem robbery
SALEM — A gun that may have been used in a robbery on Tuesday will be sent to a state laboratory for
Trial date set in June for Salem woman charged with involuntary manslaughter
LISBON — A Salem woman is set to go on trial at 9 a.m. June 9 in Columbiana County Common Pleas
Suspected Army deserter nabbed in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — An alleged Army deserter was arrested after a routine traffic stop on the South Side
Boardman High’s alumni association is revived
BOARDMAN — If you bleed Spartan maroon and want to reconnect with old classmates, there’s a new
GM Lordstown to one shift by April 6?
LORDSTOWN — General Motors Lordstown has reportedly said it wants to go from two shifts to one at its assembly plant, effective April 6.
OSP’s Hill promoted to staff lieutenant
COLUMBUS — Lt. Morris L. Hill Jr., originally from Warren, is the new assistant district commander
Mahoning Avenue reopened to traffic
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Avenue is open to traffic again near the West Side post office. The roadway
Propane blaze damages house on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — The cause of a fire at 2711 Utilis Ave. on the South Side that started in second floor
Accident closes Mahoning Avenue near Belle Vista
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Avenue is closed this morning between Belle Vista and Millet avenues. A
Lowellville schools receive $10,000 grant
LOWELLVILLE — Lowellville Schools was awarded a $10,000 grant from the CSX Corporate Giving Program
YMCA fIlls position on its executive board
YOUNGSTOWN — During a recent meeting, the YMCA of Youngstown announced that Janice JanJanin has been
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS • NARFE, for active and retired federal employees, will have its next meeting at 1
East Palestine classmates will be model fundraisers
EAST PALESTINE — Although she’s never aspired to being a model, Chelsea Stewart said she has no
Rested Phantoms look to stay in 1st
The team is coming off an 11-day break and holds a 3-point lead in the North. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Valley mirrors U.S. jobs picture
Local residents are flooding into One-Stop offices looking for work or retraining opportunities.
Rejuvenated Raiders pull past East, 48-43
Warren Harding is 10-2 despite having a relatively young team. WARREN — One coach is looking
Schools take $29M hit with loss of pupils
Youngstown pupils are enrolled at 69 other schools. YOUNGSTOWN — Children who have left the
Vacant property surveys aim to revive neighborhoods
Data show the real distress facing areas of Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN — Officials say new surveys
Kennel owner going to jail for starving dogs
The defendant had no statement for the judge. YOUNGSTOWN — The healthy barks of a police dog
Coach’s exit not blow to Big Ben
The Steelers quarterback didn’t always see eye to eye with Ken Whisenhunt. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben
Scoring, rebounding fall short against Wright State
The Penguins’ women’s team lost, 72-41. FAIRBORN — Wright State shot 52.5 percent and had four
House burglaries drop after teens’ arrest
CAMPBELL — The rate of house burglaries in Campbell fell after police charged three city teens with
Fitch grad Mike Trgovac decides to leave Carolina
The Panthers had offered the Austintown native a two-year deal to stay as defensive coordinator.
Wash that odor right out of the machine
Dear Heloise: My washing machine has an odor. After each use, I dry the inside and leave the door
‘Bert’ has one ‘mid-life crisis’ after another
Dear Annie: I’ve been married over 15 years. My husband, “Bert,” retired three years ago. Unhappy
No place like home
VIENNA — Upon returning home, 13 security force members who were stationed in Iraq were thrilled to see snow on the ground.
Security group returns after tour of duty in Iraq
VIENNA — Upon returning home, 13 security force members who were stationed in Iraq were thrilled to
Person of interest in homicide sent to jail
Police are awaiting results of tests being done on two guns. WARREN — A person of interest in a
Community fundraisers Ava Timko
In an effort to help Lori and Brad Timko, whose 1-year-old daughter, Ava, has just been diagnosed
Agenda Saturday
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Wednesday’s Games
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Mack Properties to raze 4 sites within one month
A problem landlord is making good on agreements with community organizers. YOUNGSTOWN —
Man wounded by cop killer in 2003 found shot to death
YOUNGSTOWN — The man once wounded by cop killer Martin Koliser Jr. has died after being shot early
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Rudy and Alayla Figueroa, Youngsgtown, girl, Jan. 21. Erin
Recovery plan meets Republican resistance
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama’s economic recovery plan, including proposals to award a
Obama gets to keep BlackBerry
WASHINGTON (AP) — The first family settled into their new lives in the White House on Thursday as
Governors seeking concessions
Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland has asked state employees to take a 5-percent pay cut. COLUMBUS (AP) —
YSU BASKETBALL Today’s game
MEN Who: YSU (5-12, 2-6) vs. Cleveland State (13-7, 4-4).SFlbTip-off: 9 p.m. at Beeghly Center.
diversity breakfast | Program details
The Office of Student Diversity Programs at Youngstown State University had its seventh annual Rev.
TODAY
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NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Feb 1st. Super Bowl XLIII Raymond James Stadium-
Public hearing set for February on proposed plant expansion
COLUMBUS — A public meeting is set for next month on a potential steel plant expansion that would
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The street widening on Goldie Road in Liberty Township will be completed July 1
LeBron, Mo Williams help Cavs top Blazers
The two carried Cleveland as the team rebounded from its loss to the Lakers. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) —
nba roundup Thursday’s game
Celtics 90, Magic 80 ORLANDO, Fla. — For much of the last week, Orlando coach Stan Van Gundy
COLLEGE HOOPS \ Top 25 games
West Virginia 75, No. 12 Georgetown 58 WASHINGTON — Da’Sean Butler scored 27 points, a relentless
Silver medalist Safina reaches fourth round
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Olympic silver medalist Dinara Safina reached the fourth round for the
Butler’s house in order as Bulldogs top Phoenix
A key defensive play enabled Illinois-Chicago to seal a 65-61 win over Detroit. INDIANAPOLIS —
Browns’ Mangini adds five to coaching staff
The hiring of George Kokinis as the Cleveland Browns’ GM is expected soon. CLEVELAND (AP) — As he
Today is Friday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2009. There are 342 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2009. There are 342 days left in the year. On this date in
Boldin run-in non-issue
The Cardinals player said such incidents are a regular occurrence in the NFL. TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) —
Ohio State women maul Illinois
Jantel Lavender had 30 points and 12 rebounds. COLUMBUS (AP) — Big Ten scoring and rebounding
high five
high five Top five by sales this week. television 1. AFC Championship Football: Baltimore vs.
Man charged with tattooing kids
SHARON, Pa. — Police have charged a city man with tattooing a 14-year-old girl and a 9-year-old boy.
THE NOMINEES Complete list
1. Best Picture: “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” “Frost/Nixon,” “Milk,” “The Reader,”
Grand jury to get home break-in case
The suspects’ bond was reduced to $150,000 each. YOUNGSTOWN — The case of two brothers accused
Emery has hat trick
BOARDMAN — The Canfield High hockey team outshot Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy 62-11 in
Shot hits car windows
Shot hits car windows WARREN — A Youngstown woman reported that a man she knows fired a gun
Ohio prison system removes peanut butter in salmonella scare
No illnesses have been reported. COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio prisons system has removed hundreds of
OSCAR NOMINATIONS ‘Button,’ ‘Slumdog’ and surprises
‘The Dark Knight’ did not get a Best Picture or Best Director nod. “The Curious Case of
Starting hands in small ball poker, lesson one
The world’s most successful tournament competitors, such as me, Phil Ivey, Erick Lindgren, Phil
Continue the dream, speaker urges group
YOUNGSTOWN — “Dreams never die but may be delayed,” the Rev. Dr. Valentino Lassiter told the 300
Obama is what we have going for us
Opinion: WASHINGTON — And so it was over. Just like that. The moving trucks behind the White House packed up
the scoop
the scoop let your feet do the talking With all the various ways to communicate these days,
County officials approve water rate increase
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners have approved a 3.9 percent annual water rate
“What an opportunity we have to change this country.”
Opinion: “What an opportunity we have to change this country.” President Barack Obama On his first day in
In contempt over outhouses
EBENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania judge held an Amish farmer in contempt of court for
Panel approves 3 new zoning districts
The changes must be approved by trustees to become law. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township
Rally marks Roe v. Wade anniversary
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tens of thousands of abortion opponents rallied Thursday on the National Mall to
Market closes sharply lower
Microsoft layoffs and bank woes prove unsettling for the market. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street has
Ohio’s three largest banks report big quarterly losses
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ohio’s three largest banks on Thursday reported huge losses in the face of
Man pleads guilty in ’06 death
The prosecution recommends a 16-year prison sentence. YOUNGSTOWN — A man charged with committing
Pilot’s ‘deliberate calm’ saves flight
Opinion: We can all learn something from Capt. Chesley B. “Sully” Sullenberger III. After his US Airways
Zimbabwe is collapsing
Opinion: HARARE, Zimbabwe — The value of the Zimbabwean dollar has fallen so low that it is no longer worth
Thursday’s Basketball Scores
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Yahoo Inc. freezes employee pay raises
SUNNYVALE, Calif. (AP) — Yahoo Inc.’s employees will forgo their usual pay raises this year as the
Boardman borrows to get past 1st quarter
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GAME TIME Phantoms vs. Motor City Machine
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Obama offers more subtle leadership
Opinion: Barack Obama’s inaugural speech answered a nagging question that much of the world has been
Akron man gets 5 years’ probation
Any probation violation will bring a five-year prison term, a judge warns. YOUNGSTOWN — A 21-
Man charged with stealing money, gift cards from church
Police recovered jewelry worth thousands of dollars. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — State Police here are
Technology can help reduce school disparities, speaker says
Long-distance learning can help level the playing field, the speaker of the Ohio House said.
Surplus food
Surplus food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various commodities, 8:30
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state
state U.S. Figure Skating CLEVELAND — Caydee Denney and Jeremy Barrett sure know how to make an
Austintown man faces 31 counts in obscenity case
The suspect voluntarily gave his computer to an FBI agent. YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County
U.S. envoy in Iraq warns against hasty troop withdrawal
BAGHDAD (AP) — A hasty departure of U.S. troops from Iraq would carry severe risks, including
Plea deal reached in man’s slaying
Prosecutors dropped specifications that could have led to the death penalty. WARREN — Before
THURSDAY LOTTERIES
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U.N. vows to raise funds for Gaza repairs
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Sykes scores 19 for Chaney; Py. Valley rolls
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Johnson versatile Vulcan
Lindsay Johnson of New Springfield is a big reason that the California (Pa.) University women’s
ARC D’TRIUMPH
Martino sparks Mooney victory It was the sixth straight win for Mooney, which had lost three
Lisbon’s Jackson nets 30 points
LISBON — Mindy Jackson scored 30 points and pulled down 11 rebounds Thursday as the Lisbon High
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth J. Tirpack, 39, of 215 Deer Trail Ave., Canfield, and
Microsoft lays off 5,000 of its workers
Microsoft will withhold earnings forecasts for the rest of the year. SEATTLE (AP) — Microsoft
Obama orders closing of Guantanamo prison
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama moved quickly Thursday to reshape U.S. national-security
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Obama outpolled Kerry and Gore
Opinion: In the recent HBO miniseries that chronicled the life of John Adams, there is a wrenching scene
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Scout cookies are safe
Scout cookies are safe Girl Scout cookies now on sale have not been affected by the recent peanut
Dog abuser makes a deal
Editorial: Dog abuser makes a deal Steve Croley got away with murder, in the colloquial sense, not literally.
Dann is out of sight, but not out of mind
Opinion: Ex-Attorney General Marc Dann resigned under pressure more than eight months ago, but the legacy of
Thursday, January 22 (119 stories)
Grand jury indicts Austintown man in sex case
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted a 48-year-old Austintown man on 16 counts
Alan Francis gets 40 years in '05 murder
WARREN — Before jury selection could begin its seventh day, Alan Francis of Niles accepted a plea
Electrical fire shuts down Grove City outlets
GROVE CITY, Pa. — The Prime Outlets closed early today after an in-ground electrical fire disrupted
Youngstown creates strategy for vacant properties
YOUNGSTOWN — Officials say new surveys identifying vacant city property will help create strategies
South Side man pleads guilty to manslaughter
YOUNGSTOWN — A man charged with committing aggravated murder with an assault rifle two years ago has
New Castle man charged with church theft
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — State Police here are charging a former program coordinator at St. Vitus parish
Boardman borrows money for first time
BOARDMAN — It was a first for the township: borrowing money to get through the first quarter of the
Sharon man charged with tattooing minors
SHARON, Pa. — Police have charged a city man with tattooing a 14-year-old girl and a 9-year-old boy.
13 return home after service in Iraq
VIENNA — Upon returning home, 13 security force members who were stationed in Iraq were thrilled to
County OKs water rate hike for some Aqua Ohio customers
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners have approved a 3.9 percent annual water rate
Campbell cops believe they’ve busted juvenile burglars
CAMPBELL — The rate of house burglaries in Campbell fell after police charged three city juveniles
Girl Scout cookies not affected by peanut butter recall
Girl Scout cookies now on sale have not been affected by the recent peanut butter recall, said
Warren man arrested, possible ‘person of interest’ in Sunday homicide
WARREN — A person of interest in a Sunday night homicide is in Trumbull County Jail without bond on
Youngstown firefighters retirement, awards dinner is Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — The 22nd annual Youngstown Professional Firefighters retirement and awards dinner will
Brothers’ case bound to grand jury
YOUNGSTOWN — The case of two brothers accused of trying to break into a West Side house while a
Recession won’t let go of local economy
The recession is keeping its bite on the local and national economy. New federal statistics show
Continue Dr. King’s dream, diversity breakfast speaker urges
YOUNGSTOWN — “Dreams never die but may be delayed,” the Rev. Dr. Valentino Lassiter told the 300
Man robbed of cash and Bible
YOUNGSTOWN — A man walking south on Oak Hill Avenue, just north of Princeton Avenue, was robbed of
Lieutenant governor will visit Youngstown and neighborhoods
YOUNGSTOWN — Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher will spend a day in Youngstown next month to experience the
Youngstown firefighters clearing snow away from hydrants
YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters aren’t waiting for mounds of snow to melt away from fire hydrants. They
Coitsville trustees reorganize
COITSVILLE — The Coitsville Township Board of Trustees held its reorganization meeting recently.
Croley gets four months for animal cruelty
YOUNGSTOWN — The man who operated High Caliber K-9, a kennel where dogs starved to death, will serve
Cop-killer’s victim succumbs to wound
YOUNGSTOWN — The man once wounded by cop killer Martin Koliser Jr. has died after being shot early
Council, fire union agree on contract
The big issues of wages and health benefits were resolved. YOUNGSTOWN — Approving a three-year
Women of AG scandal, state settle
The lawyer for the two originally had asked for $400,000 for each of his clients. COLUMBUS —
Trumbull assistant prosecutor retires
He prosecuted two killers who were later executed for their crimes. WARREN — Ken Bailey, who
Hephner event has personal touch
Newcomers are Marysville, Louisville, Lancaster and Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary. AUSTINTOWN —
Thiel women, Grove City men winners in twinbill
GROVE CITY — It was an split for the Thiel and Grove City basketball teams as the Thiel women won,
Reed’s toe helps take Steelers to Tampa
The kicker, a walk-on at North Carolina and tryout for Pittsburgh, brings levity to the locker room.
Family members recall life of Brookfield cheerleader
‘Everybody was LeLe’s friend,’ the girl’s mother said. BROOKFIELD — Alessa Norris was known as
Third opinion sought on Oakhill heating
A Cleveland firm will issue a report on Oakhill heating in 10 days. YOUNGSTOWN — After
Intimate conversations destroy his image
Dear Annie: I am a 40-year-old divorced woman with six children. I’ve become involved in a dream-
Renovation completed at Pioneer Pavilion
The work is being done in phases to allow the pavilion’s continued use. YOUNGSTOWN — One of
Follow general guide to find correct bra size
Dear Ladies: Are you wearing the same bra size you did five or 10 years ago? Have you had children,
Obama has full plate on 1st day in office
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a first-day whirlwind, President Barack Obama showcased efforts to revive the
Data show vast vacancies in city
The surveys were conducted by more than 150 residents and block-watch leaders. YOUNGSTOWN —
French official: Nation nears ‘apartheid’
PARIS (AP) — France’s equality chief said Wednesday the country was heading “straight into
Park service: 1.8M attended ceremony
WASHINGTON (AP) — The National Park Service says it will rely on a media report that says 1.8
Lawyer makes plea to high court against permanent disbarment
An indefinite suspension would not guarantee a return to the practice of law. COLUMBUS — A
Halko-Kaminski engagement is being announced
AUSTINTOWN — The engagement of Sarah Halko and John Kaminski, both of 4480 Huntingdon Drive, Fort
MCDONALD | Council action
Village lawmakers handled these matters during their meeting Wednesday: Passed the first reading
Cold-water challenge to benefit Special Olympics
All money raised from the Polar Bear Plunges helps Ohio Special Olympics. CORTLAND — The first
Craig-Neely plans for Sept. wedding are announced
BALTIMORE — Katie E. Craig and Shaun P. Neely, both of Baltimore, are engaged and planning a
In ballet company
In ballet company kThe State Ballet Theatre of Russia makes its Youngstown debut at 7 p.m. Sunday
Council discusses wastewater plant
NILES — The city moved one step closer to replacing the aging wastewater plant Wednesday as council
Israel works to cement cease-fire
JERUSALEM — Israeli leaders worked at home and abroad Wednesday to reinforce a fragile cease-fire in
Hanni and Schiraldi join board
One new member said he hopes to provide economic development assistance to the port authority board.
Coming Tomorrow
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Water, sewer district plans move forward
The township hopes it might get federal infrastructure stimulus money. SOUTHINGTON — Township
Agenda Friday
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Broadway smash ‘Movin’ Out’ is moving in
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Readers suggest ginger tea to relieve cold symptoms
GRAEDONS \ People’s Herbal Pharmacy Q. Now that my son is in day care, I am constantly getting his
Tragedy, triumph underscore brilliant ‘Slumdog Millionaire’
A poor orphan wins a game show jackpot in this tale set in modern India. New affluence
Salem Community Theatre plans Hollywood roast comedy show
Part of the event will include audience participation. SALEM — Live from Salem, it’s sort of
Grammy nod cheers cancer-fighting pair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Win or lose, Charlie Kelley has a lot to be thankful for when the Grammys
‘Loving Leah’ is a funny Hallmark charmer
It’s an unusual way to start dating: after you’re married. “Loving Leah” is a tender, funny love
Officials consider plan to borrow
The district has borrowed $25 million from the state over the last two years. YOUNGSTOWN —
Miss McDonald, Mr. Campbell set wedding date
AUSTINTOWN — The engagement of Kristin McDonald and Matthew Campbell, both of 317 Bath Ave., Long
TheSources
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Dillon pleads not guilty to speeding in Vermont
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Director: City of Mumbai is the real star
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Poor sense of drama dooms ‘Frost/Nixon’
Frank Langella’s portrayal of Nixon lacks historical truth. Despite a cavalcade of talent,
SOCIETY DIGEST
Advance tickets only for McKinley banquet NILES — The Mahoning Valley McKinley Club is having its
Russian ballet presents a classic version of ‘Cinderella’
The Youngstown show is the troupe’s only appearance in the region. In the constantly changing
Officer reprimanded for parking
Officers should use regular parking spaces except in an emergency, the chief said. WARREN — A
if you go
if you go What: “A Roast to Hollywood” comedy show When: 8 p.m. Jan. 30 and 31 Where: Salem
“Marijuana Inc.: Inside America’s Pot Industry” (9 p.m., CNBC): Less than two
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‘Love Guru’ leads list of ’08’s worst movies
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auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Betty Ann Water Story,” movie (a Screen Actors Guild project) to be shot in Michigan.
Miss America lets viewers cast votes for the first time
The pageant airs at 8 p.m. Saturday. LAS VEGAS — It’s been slow and not necessarily painless,
‘FROST/NIXON’
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‘Revolutionary Road’: bleak, beautiful slice of disillusionment in suburbia
Winslet and DiCaprio are astonishing. In a movie season where the most consistent emotion
‘REVOLUTIONARY ROAD’
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Can President Obama deliver on promises?
Opinion: The seniors at the University of Miami watched the 44th president’s inauguration with the tempered
First Place reduces dividends again
Since July, the quarterly dividend has been cut from 17 cents to 1 cent. WARREN — First Place
Life is a TV show for Jenner
He currently stars in MTV’s ‘Bromance.’ NEW YORK — Life is a TV show for Brody Jenner. At
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Toyota tops leading GM in global sales
GM fell behind Toyota as its car and truck sales dropped 11 percent. NEW YORK (AP) — Toyota Motor
Banks, tech stocks reverse losses; Wall Street rebounds
NEW YORK (AP) — Investors acted Wednesday like they had overdone it a day earlier. Wall Street
Northeast Ohio monopolizes power in state Legislature
COLUMBUS, (AP) — Northeast Ohio has a rare grip on all levers of power in the new state
Unite behind our president
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Comedian Bellamy reveals how he broke MTVSSRqs VJ curse
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Obama gave a speech worthy of Reagan
Opinion: If making speeches is one of the tests of a President of the United States, then Barack Obama has
Obama has a chance to make a difference
Opinion: As President Obama takes America’s helm, I recall a poignant, recent cover of The Economist that
Stock market losses puts corportate pensions in danger
It’s probably safe to say that the more than 40 million Americans who still have pensions are at
Energy pact on Obama’s agenda
Opinion: Here’s my bet: The Obama administration’s top priority in Latin America will be signing a
Clear Channel tunes out 1,850 jobs
A handful of jobs were eliminated at the Mahoning Valley Clear Channel offices in Boardman. The
Rhona Mitra makes the fur fly in ‘Underworld: Rise of Lycans’
She’s in the small sorority of tough-guy actresses. “When you’re a woman, roles don’t come
‘Inkheart’ delivers a unique idea, but doesn’t quite nail it
The film lacks a clear point of view. The overall results are mixed, but there’s no denying
Courting common sense
Washington Post: Might a new administration and Congress bring a new approach to the handling of
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Pupils in step with good conduct attend inaugural dance The ball was a reward for tiny dancers
“We, in our little corner, in the Middle East, in Israel, are tensely waiting to see whether
Opinion: “We, in our little corner, in the Middle East, in Israel, are tensely waiting to see whether you
Youngstown, Warren need helping hand to fight crime
Editorial: First the good news: Crime in the Mahoning Valley’s two largest communities, Youngstown and Warren,
Best Buy president to become company CEO
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Liberty’s second-half effort trips Hubbard
The Leopards outscored the Eagles 34-9 in the second half and walked away with a 61-41 victory.
Judge dismisses suit against police officer
WARREN — A lawsuit filed against a former volunteer Newton Township and West Farmington police
Underground storage fire breaks out at USA Gas Mart
Underground storage fire breaks out at USA Gas Mart YOUNGSTOWN — The outcome could have been much
August wedding for Sarah Denney and Corey Dolak
CANFIELD — The engagement of Sarah Denney, 2560 Overlook Road, Cleveland Heights, and Corey Dolak,
Bette Chikosky Albert Morar II to wed in May
BOARDMAN — Steve and Karen Chikosky, 235 Waggaman Circle, are announcing the engagement of their
Today is Thursday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2009. There are 343 days left in the year. On this date
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Britney Reeve and Mark Allison plan wedding in 2011
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MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bobby A. Strickland, 38, of 3481 Tall Oaks Lane, Youngstown,
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Surplus food
Surplus food Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 11 a.m. to
‘Redneck Wedding’ episode from Truck Night
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“Almost, Maine” is an offbeat comedy set in the mythical town of Almost, Maine. Blackbox
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Serena Williams ignores pains to advance to third round at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Serena Williams ignored pain and frustration to reach the third round of
Dreadful Yawns try to stay in tune
After performing at the International Pop Overthrow music festival at Youngstown’s Cedars Lounge in
4 bands' frontmen go solo, acoustic
Dude, where’s your band? That’s what rock fans are asking about the debut “Where’s The Band?”
MAT TIME
MAT TIME What: Joshua Hephner Memorial Wrestling Tournament Where: Austintown Fitch High School
28-year bond issue heads to auditor for millage approval
Local additions increased the bond issue amount. MINERAL RIDGE — The Weathersfield school
YPD Bomb Squad honored for work
YPD Bomb Squad honored for work YOUNGSTOWN — A certificate of appreciation was presented Wednesday
Security drill planned for courthouse
A ‘rabbit’ will run into the courthouse. LISBON — People may want to avoid the Columbiana
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
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Suspicious envelopes sent
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Niles council seeks firm to design new wasterwater plant
NILES — The city moved one step closer to replacing the aging wastewater plant tonight as council
Liberty pulls away from Hubbard in second half
HUBBARD — Liberty High girls basketball coach John Hritz said his team started playing in the second
Youngstown and its firefighters have new 3-year pact
YOUNGSTOWN — Approving a three-year contract is a testament to the ongoing cooperation between the
Some Youngstown school board members balk at borrowing plan
YOUNGSTOWN — Some city school board members are less than enthusiastic about a plan for the district
Two women in AG case settle with Ohio for $247,500 each
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio has reached a settlement with two woman whose sexual harassment complaints led
Supreme Court considers disbarring Warren lawyer
COLUMBUS — A Trumbull County attorney already suspended from practicing law should not be
Obama freezes staff pay, limits lobbyists
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama's first public act in office Wednesday was to institute new limits on lobbyists in his White House and to freeze the salaries of high-paid aides, in a nod to the country's economic turmoil.
Accident victim was everybody’s friend, mom says
BROOKFIELD — Alessa Norris was known as “LeLe” to those who knew her — and that included just about
Homeland Security tells Youngstown police ‘thanks’
YOUNGSTOWN — A certificate of appreciation was presented today to the Youngstown Police Department
Salem police probe tobacco shop robbery
SALEM — Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery of Cheap Tobacco, 200 E. Second St. at
Clear Channel cuts jobs as economy sours
The parent of Clear Channel Communications Inc. told workers on Tuesday that it is cutting 1,850
AP News Alert: Obama to freeze staff pay
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Associated Press has learned that President Obama will freeze pay of White House employees making over $100,000 a year.
It's official: Toyota outsells GM
NEW YORK (AP) — Japan's Toyota Motor Corp. sold more cars and trucks last year than General Motors Corp., stripping the Detroit automaker of the No. 1 global sales crown. But it's a victory made hollow by the overall industry's continued struggle for viability amid one of its worst sales declines ever.
No injuries from Meridian Road gas fire
YOUNGSTOWN — No injuries were reported when an underground storage fire started at USA Gas Mart, 667
First Place Bank donates $2,500 to Second Harvest Food Bank
YOUNGSTOWN — First Place Bank has given $2,500 to Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley.
First Place Financial cuts dividend after fourth quarter loss
WARREN — First Place Financial Corp. cut its quarterly dividend for the second time since July after
Gas fire closes part of Meridian Road
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SOCIETY DIGEST
Salem center schedules trekking, spinning events SALEM — Salem Community Center, 1098 N. Ellsworth
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, has its kitchen open to the
Tribe Caravan delivers ’09 hope
Manager Eric Wedge believes the Indians bullpen has been upgraded. BOARDMAN — One of the first
Judge orders The Cell to remain padlocked
The city will keep the bar closed while the owner tries to sell it. YOUNGSTOWN — The judge who
Investigators probe crash that killed advocate
YOUNGSTOWN — A two-car crash on South Meridian Road killed Kim Sullivan, a well-liked judicial
White Out Night set for Cleveland State
YOUNGSTOWN — On Friday night, the Youngstown State men’s basketball team will take on Cleveland
Eviction hearing reset for former kennel operator
A sentencing for animal cruelty is set for Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — Steve Croley told a
Eagles soar to a 12-1 record
Youngstown Christian defeated Leetonia for the second time this season. LEETONIA — If you had
Quakers surprise Eagles, 59-51
Jordan Strabala’s 28 points powered Salem’s road victory. HUBBARD — On a day of transition in
Pistachio ambrosia recipe makes a comeback
Dear Heloise: I’m looking for the recipe for ambrosia. I had your recipe, but I lost it. Steve, via
Wedding ceremony was make-believe
Dear Annie: Two weeks ago, we were informed that my wife’s brother, “Bob,” and his wife, “Marcia,”
Hearing against Dann delayed
The issues ‘deserve a full and complete review’ by the commission, its executive director says.
FCC fining nine cable operators
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Federal Communications Commission is fining nine cable TV operators for
Chrysler, Fiat sign plan for alliance
ROME (AP) — Fiat and Chrysler said Tuesday they have agreed to form a strategic alliance that would
Generations rejoice from home
People cheered ‘Obama, Obama,’ at ‘The Valley Gold Show’ studio’s inauguration
Obama faces task of keeping our water safe
Opinion: In the idiom of our day, it’s not very sexy. It doesn’t make headlines. It doesn’t stir many
Tribe stops for Valley powwow
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Toyota founder’s grandson, 52, appointed to steer as president
TOKYO (AP) — Toyota tapped Akio Toyoda, grandson of the Japanese automaker’s founder, as president
South Range’s Schuster sparks win over Lisbon
NORTH LIMA — Patty Schuster scored 13 points and made seven rebounds Tuesday to lead the South Range
top 25 roundup Tuesday’s other games
MEN No. 2 Duke 73, N.C. State 56 DURHAM, N.C. — Gerald Henderson scored 21 points and Duke
Ohio roundup \ Tuesday’s games
Ohio 70, Akron 65 ATHENS — DeVaughn Washington scored seven of Ohio’s 14 overtime points to help
NATION
NATION Billionaire to loan funds to New York Times Co. NEW YORK — The New York Times Co., which
nba roundup Tuesday’s games
Spurs 99, Pacers 81 SAN ANTONIO — Tim Duncan scored 27 points and Manu Ginobili had 26 before the
Howland police arrest two on drug charges
Howland police arrest two on drug charges WARREN — Two Howland residents were arrested after
nhl roundup \ Tuesday’s other games
Senators 3, Capitals 2 OTTAWA — Brendan Bell scored Ottawa’s third power-play goal of the game
Defense: Mom heard voices urging her to kill
CLEVELAND (AP) — A woman charged with drowning her two young daughters in a bathtub was depressed
Embarq boosts copper-theft reward
WARREN — The Embarq Corp. hopes to help bring copper-cable thieves to justice by expanding its
Themes of progress mark symbolic inauguration
WASHINGTON — Barack Hussein Obama was sworn in as the nation’s first black president Tuesday,
Illinois super substitute triggers win over OSU
The Illini had balanced scoring in the 67-49 victory over the Buckeyes. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) —
Carriers who hoard mail embarrass Postal Service
DETROIT (AP) — Some of those who are supposed to endure snow, rain and gloom of night to deliver the
MOUNTAINEER RESults
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Salem official calls for volunteerism
A councilman asked if people would meet a national call for public service. SALEM — A
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games New York 102, Chicago 98 Dallas 95, Philadelphia 93 Atlanta 87, Toronto 84
Council mulls approval of 3-year firefighter pact
The law director is recommending that council approve the deal. YOUNGSTOWN — City council
Weathersfield Twp. trustee resigns
The fiscal officer left to take a job in the Trumbull County engineer’s office. MINERAL RIDGE
Kennedy hospitalized after seizure at luncheon
Kennedy hospitalized after seizure at luncheon WASHINGTON — Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, ill with a
Boy lived with dead mom for more than a week
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Democrats won election, but America will lose
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Tressels, Watsons to be honored at ring banquet
YOUNGSTOWN — YSU’s scholarship ring banquet will be held on Feb. 8 at Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman.
Authorities seek ID of First Place Bank robber
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Influentials weigh in on Obama
The two friends were at the inauguration. YOUNGSTOWN — A Youngstown businessman and an NFL
When the ins become the outs
When the ins become the outs Scripps Howard News Service: One of the cruel realities of a change
Mineral Ridge man to face hearing in work-theft case
The man told police the thefts started because of financial problems at home. BOARDMAN — A
Discord ends talks about rebuilding
KUWAIT CITY (AP) — Arab leaders trying to come up with a plan to rebuild Gaza ended their meeting
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Hubbard Township trustees, special meeting in executive session, 6 p.m., township
As economy droops, pasta makers’ business cooks
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — As struggling consumers turn to casseroles, soup, pasta salad and good old
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
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Director: ‘I Love You’ has ‘Sex’ vibe
CLEVELAND — Upon learning the plot behind Playhouse Square’s production of “I Love You Because,”
Hamas declares victories in rallies across Gaza Strip
A Gaza Health Ministry official said militants did not report all their dead fighters. GAZA CITY,
Vaughn ends season, could get redshirt
YOUNGSTOWN — Injuries have ended the season of YSU senior Velissa Vaughn. Vaughn, a 5-7 guard from
Police investigate fatal shooting
The man who was shot to death Sunday also had been shot in September. WARREN — Police are
It’s a boy for country star Jo Dee Messina
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On his new CD, Springsteen dabbles in dream of the ’60s
Bruce Springsteen has a dream. He has a dream that one day, this rock ’n’ roll nation will rise up
Our Valley Cooks event slated for March
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BASEBALL
BASEBALL Niles Swinglab — has training at the dome adjacent to the Eastwood Expo Center. Call
For 88, it was trip of a lifetime
The nation’s capital was a place of joy despite the cold and congestion. WASHINGTON — Area
Murder counts dropped
Another defendant fired the fatal shots, prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — Aggravated-murder and
High court to decide issue
Youngstown and Warren are among the Ohio cities and villages with employee residency requirements.
Create a tasty soup without the cream
Baked potato soup doesn’t need cream — or even much half-and-half — to keep its thick and creamy
“Lost” (9 p.m., ABC): Like Jack (Matthew Fox), we’re really antsy to get back to
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Making good chili that’s good for you
When it comes to healthy eating on a budget, beans are a dream food. They are rich in nutrients,
hPASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE
hPASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE 1 head broccoli (about 3‚Ñ4 pound) 2 links fresh
Greenville man pleads guilty in slaying
MERCER, Pa. — A Greenville, Pa., man who was charged with first-degree murder in the death of a
Obama’s inaugural address scores an !
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Wondering if his publisher liked the manuscript of “Les Miserables,” Victor Hugo sent a
Local banks \ Stock prices
Closing stock prices Tuesday for locally based financial institutions: Cortland Bancorp: $11.62,
Pasta, perfected
The idea of quick, flavorful weeknight cooking is nothing new. And neither is most of the advice. In
WAYS TO STRETCH YOUR FOOD DOLLAR
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CHEERING FOR CHANGE: Rickie Monroe, a deacon of the Jerusalem Baptist Church in Youngstown, reacts
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“Here you have a black woman who is highly educated, who is very comfortable in who she is ...
Opinion: “Here you have a black woman who is highly educated, who is very comfortable in who she is ... just
Food pantry hints can trim cost of anyone’s meals
ST. LOUIS — Last month, more than 3,000 clients visited the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry in
For Valley residents, a walk into history
The nation’s capital was place of joy despite the cold and congestion.
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2009. There are 344 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2009. There are 344 days left in the year. On this date
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The U.S. Marshals most-wanted-fugitive item that appeared in The Vindicator on
Associated Press
Associated Press CHANGING OF THE GUARD: President Barack Obama and former President George W. Bush
U.S. must broker peace in Mideast
Opinion: At Madame Tussauds wax museum in Amsterdam, the figure of President Bush with bags packed has
YSU reps to explain W.Pa. tuition break
YOUNGSTOWN — Representatives of Youngstown State University will explain the university’s tuition
Inaugural address fell short of expectations, but worked
Editorial: Inaugural address fell short of expectations, but worked Nothing Barack Obama said Tuesday was
Young Serbs make third round
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Ana Ivanovic and Novak Djokovic cruised into the third round of the
Lakers snap streak against Cavs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dislocated right ring finger and all, Kobe Bryant did just what the Los Angeles
Harding remains on unbeaten trail
The No. 4-ranked Raiders are 8-0 after an 83-53 win over Boardman. WARREN — Maybe it was the
Cards’ Fitzgerald familiar face around Pittsburgh
Arizona’s standout receiver played college football for the Pitt Panthers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Larry
Valley tracks history on bus ride to Capitol
Many feel the presidential journey begins with the coming together of the million at the
Buckeyes fall
Buckeyes fall Mike Tisdale scored 15 points and No. 25 Illinois won its first game this season
In U.S., figures indicate growth in size of families
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Lynn Fielder moves haltingly between the kitchen island and the cupboards in her
Ward stops Pens for 100th win
Evgeni Malkin scored as Pittsburgh dropped into 10th place. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Ward made 32
Propelled to power by words, Obama must prove rhetoric
WASHINGTON — In the inaugural address launching his presidency, Barack Obama Tuesday drew on his
Chili Open looks to score with annual event
The event benefits 16 area charities. POLAND — Want to take a shot at a Mahoning Valley
Valley residents watch history unfold
Young people had been following the election all of last year. It was a history lesson that
Obamas top long day with night of 10 inaugural balls
The freshly sworn-in president pulled his first lady close on the dance floor. WASHINGTON
Worries over loan losses send bank stocks lower
Banks are still losing money and will be for some time. NEW YORK (AP) — Fear that the global
Locals react to inauguration
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Dow loses 332 points despite inauguration
Bank stocks led the huge fall on Wall Street. NEW YORK (AP) — The dawn of the Obama presidency
Obama: Leading man in play on world stage
Opinion: Welcome to Washington, “Mr. President.” I know you’ve been here before for a short time as senator,
Female runners ready to defend
YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU women’s track team has set its sights on defending its indoor and outdoor
BOYS BASKETBALL Tuesday’s other games
East Liverpool 81, Chaney 67 YOUNGSTOWN — Jason Dickey scored 11 points over a 90-second stretch
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The crowds, the cold — a beautiful thing for Valley visitors
The nation’s capital was place of joy despite the cold and congestion.
Valley residents say bus trip is beginning of better future
Many feel the presidential journey begins with the coming together of millions at the inauguration.
Dancing the night away
WASHINGTON (AP) — “At Last” may have been just what President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle were thinking Tuesday night as they glided through their first inaugural dance to the Etta James classic.
Liberty police, FBI look for man who robbed township bank
LIBERTY — A man robbed the First Place Bank office, 4682 Belmont Ave., at 2:40 p.m. today and
The Cell bar remains closed for at least another 30 days
YOUNGSTOWN — The judge who closed a lower Belmont Avenue bar and declared it a public nuisance has
More military personnel returning to Youngstown after Iraqi duty
VIENNA — Some 13 members of the 910th Airlift Wing’s Security Forces Squadron are scheduled to
South Side man pleads guilty to lesser charges in 2006 shooting death
YOUNGSTOWN — Aggravated murder and attempted murder counts have been dropped against a man who had
Sen. Kennedy OK after seizure, doctors say
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, ill with a brain tumor, was hospitalized Tuesday but quickly reported feeling well after suffering a seizure at a post-inauguration luncheon for President Barack Obama. "After testing, we believe the incident was brought on by simple fatigue," Dr. Edward Aulisi, chairman of neurosurgery at Washington Hospital Center said in a statement released by the senator's office.
Senate confirms 6 cabinet member, delays Clinton
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate swiftly approved six members of President Barack Obama’s Cabinet today, but put off for a day the vote on his choice of Hillary Rodham Clinton to be secretary of state.
President Obama urges unity in inaugural address
WASHINGTON (AP) - Barack Hussein Obama claimed his place in history as America's first black president Tuesday, summoning a dispirited and divided nation to unite in hope against the "gathering clouds and raging storms" of unfinished war and grave economic woe. A jubilant crowd of more than a million waited for hours in frigid temperatures to witness the moment as a young black man with a foreign-sounding name took command of a nation founded by slaveholders.
Worldwide jubilation greets Obama
LONDON (AP) — The arrival of a new American president triggered joy and jubilation Tuesday in a world made weary by warfare, recession and fear.
Full text: President Obama's inaugural address
Text of President Barack Obama’s inaugural address on Tuesday, as delivered:
Girl killed in accident remembered as ‘very caring’
BROOKFIELD — Classmates of a Brookfield High School junior who died in a single-car accident Sunday
Kennedy takes call at hospital from Obama
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, ill with a brain tumor, suffered an apparent seizure at a post-inauguration luncheon for President Barack Obama on Tuesday and was rushed by ambulance from the Capitol to a hospital.
ODOT crews perform pothole patching on I-680 in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Interstate 680 between Glenwood Avenue and Midlothian Boulevard on the city’s South
Mercer Co. man pleads guilty to 2008 killing
MERCER, Pa. — A Greenville, Pa., man who was charged with first-degree murder in the death of a
Youngstown police investigate South Side robbery
YOUNGSTOWN — Four teenage boys in black hoodies and armed with handguns robbed two women of their
Youngstown council mulls 3-year pact with city firefighters
YOUNGSTOWN — City council will consider approving a three-year contract Wednesday with its
U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy collapses in D.C.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts has been wheeled out of the Capitol on a
Police charge Austintown woman with felonious assault
BOARDMAN — An Austintown woman faces a felonious assault charge, accused of stabbing the father of
Worker arrested in theft of $10,000 from Canteen Services
BOARDMAN — A Mineral Ridge man is to return to court next month for a preliminary hearing, accused
YSU to make its programs more affordable to western Pa. residents
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. — There will be a news conference at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Radisson Hotel
Warren mayor takes 2009 pay cut because of city’s fiscal problems
WARREN — Mayor Michael O’Brien has written a check to the city’s finance department for $4,389 — the
Obama: Nation must choose hope over fear
WASHINGTON (AP) - Stepping into history, Barack Hussein Obama grasped the reins of power as America's first black president on Tuesday, saying the nation must choose "hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord" to overcome the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression.
Obama calls on nation to choose hope
WASHINGTON (AP) - Stepping into history as America's first black president, Barack Hussein Obama said in his inaugural address Tuesday that the nation must choose "hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord" to overcome the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression.
Two Youngstown homes were torched, fire department finds
YOUNGSTOWN — Two houses were deliberately set on fire late Monday and early today, the fire
Elections commission postpones hearing on Dann campaign finances
The Ohio Elections Commission is postponing its Thursday hearing into “serious allegations” of
Advocate for Sojourner House killed in Sunday car crash
YOUNGSTOWN — A two-car crash on South Meridian Road killed Kim Sullivan, a well-liked judicial
Embarq expands and increases reward for copper theft information
WARREN — The Embarq Corp. hopes to help bring copper cable thieves to justice by expanding its
Obama, Bush arrive at Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President-elect Barack Obama and President George W. Bush have arrived at the U.S. Capitol for Obama's inauguration as the nation's 44th president.
Packed Capitol crowd awaits inauguration
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Braving frigid temperatures, an exuberant crowd of hundreds of thousands packed the National Mall on Tuesday to celebrate the inauguration of Barack Hussein Obama as America's first black president. He grasps the reins of power in a high-noon ceremony amid grave economic worries and high expectations.
Boardman man travels to see lifelong vision fulfilled
YOUNGSTOWN — Robert Curd, a 65-year-old Boardman resident, boarded a bus for a five-hour trip
Valleys residents witness history
YOUNGSTOWN — When President Elect Barack Obama takes the oath of office today, Youngstown residents and The Vindicator will be there.
Two-car crash claims the life of Austintown woman
Two-car crash claims the life of Austintown woman YOUNGSTOWN — A two-car crash on South Meridian
Dinner event will bring chef Julia Child to life
Special to The Vindicator BON APPETIT! Karen Vuranch of Fayetteville, W.Va., will portray famed
REUNIONS
• South High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 28 at
Late goal sends M/U to overtime win over Cards
BOARDMAN — A controversial decision on a goal by the Mooney-Ursuline hockey team at the end of
Trebilcock brothers lift Canfield to NEAC crown
WOOSTER — Canfield sophomore Gavin Trebilcock set a league record in the 100-yard breaststroke with
Indians thinking sunny thoughts
The new facility in Goodyear, Ariz. is part of it, but the Tribe is also looking forward to a big
Despite sprain, Ward will play
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his
Choffin Career & Technical Center
Choffin Career & Technical Center First, I would like to congratulate you and your upcoming
Jackson-Milton Elementary School
Jackson-Milton Elementary School Letters from fourth and fifth grades Congratulations on
Second Grade, Stadium Drive, Boardman
Second Grade, Stadium Drive, Boardman Good luck Mr. President. I would like to ask you a
D.C.-area resident forgoes hoopla
A former Valley woman offered lodging at her apartment to members at her former church. It’s
Cortland plans several large projects this year
Construction of a new water tank is on the project list. CORTLAND — A string of large-scale
Officer killed in the line of duty
BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio — In his short career with the police, Boston Heights officer Jerod Dean made
Man breaks race barrier as a sheriff
He won in a county carried by John McCain. AKRON — All the obstacles were in place for Walter L.
Croley faces rent hearing
Sentencing for the animal cruelty charges is Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — The man who operated a
Lunchpail guys at the heart of Pittsburgh’s 3-4 defense
For the key to the Super Bowl, look beyond the hair. The hair, of course, belongs to Arizona’s
Both vulnerable. West deals.
Both vulnerable. West deals. NORTH xQ 9 4 2 uK 5 vJ 9 wA K 10 9 2 WEST EAST x8 x6 5 3
Pharmacist held accountable for number of pills
Dear Heloise: I’ve seen in a couple of your columns suggestions to count the pills in your
births
births St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Jennifer Hovis and Adam Guesman, Warren, boy, Jan. 16
GINA WELSH | TONY WILLIAMS
GINA WELSH TONY WILLIAMS DYER, Ind. — Gina Welsh, daughter of William and Loretta Welsh of
ANDREA DANIELS | NICHOLAS DEMART
ANDREA DANIELS NICHOLAS DEMART BOARDMAN — Nuptial vows were exchanged in the presence of the Rev.
LEAH SPELLMAN | TYLER CRAIG
LEAH SPELLMAN TYLER CRAIG JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Swaim Memorial United Methodist Church was the
ELISE DERAMO | ADAM STREDNEY
ELISE DERAMO ADAM STREDNEY VIENNA — A honeymoon in Greece and Paris followed the Sept. 20 wedding
Baltimore Ravens’ Kokinis in talks with the Browns
He met with team officials on Monday about the GM position but left Cleveland without a deal.
King’s nephew: Obama’s election is a big step
ATLANTA (AP) — The inauguration of the nation’s first black president is a huge step toward
Squires band tryouts
Squires band tryouts Squires Warren Junior Military Band will hold tryouts Saturday in Boardman
Liberty, East Palestine post arena victories
YOUNGSTOWN — Bryant Bowman scored 11 points while Floyd Showers and Blair Williams each added 10 to
kSUNDAY: Candidate Obama left an impression on the Valley and its citizens during his visits here
kSUNDAY: Candidate Obama left an impression on the Valley and its citizens during his visits here
Warren JFK shooters respond to Centre’s rims
The contest was all but over after the first quarter when JFK (6-3) opened a 25-4 lead against
Blue Devils overcome Clippers’ comeback
McDonald kept its winning streak alive by scoring five points in the final 14 seconds.
ItSSRqs TomlinSSRqs Turn
Steelers’ coach has qualities of Noll, Cowher PITTSBURGH (AP) — Only a few minutes after the
Second British bank bailed out
WASHINGTON (AP) — The day before President-elect Barack Obama takes office, the escalating troubles
Volunteers help the needy realize Dr. King’s dream
Tough economic times have contributed to a greater need for food this year, an organizer said.
Ohio man accused of fondling female patient at nursing home
CINCINNATI (AP) — A man has been accused of fondling a physically disabled female patient at a
Fire deaths in Ohio increased by 42 percent in ’08
CLEVELAND (AP) — The number of fatal fire deaths across the state increased by 42 percent last year
Infections caused by staph germs rising in kids
CHICAGO (AP) — Researchers say they found an “alarming” increase in children’s ear, nose and throat
Women less able than men to suppress hunger, study says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Faced with their favorite foods, women are less able than men to suppress their
nhl roundup \ Monday’s games
Blues 5, Bruins 4 BOSTON — David Backes scored the tying goal with eighth-tenths of a second left
Stats requested Basketball
Stats requested Basketball Area basketball coaches are reminded to submit season statistics on a
Neither vulnerable. South deals.
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Hamas fighters seek to restore order
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Uniformed Hamas security teams emerged on Gaza City’s streets Monday as
Cruise says he ‘always wanted to kill Hitler’
Cruise says he ‘always wanted to kill Hitler’ SEOUL, South Korea — Tom Cruise says playing an
Two people killed in 40-vehicle crash
MYERSVILLE, Md. (AP) — A pileup of 35 cars and five tractor-trailers on a snowy Maryland highway
On his last day, Bush calls world leaders, helps border agents
Defense Secretary Robert Gates is today’s ‘designated successor.’ WASHINGTON — George W. Bush,
High-scoring Green Bay romps
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Reserve guard Brent Eaton scored a career-high 20 points, lifting Wisconsin-
Top 25 roundup \ Monday’s games
WOMEN No. 1 Connecticut 88, No. 2 North Carolina 58 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Renee Montgomery scored
Retail sales down in December by 2.7 percent
Compact fluorescent bulbs and LEDs are taking over. NEW YORK (AP) — Light bulb makers have
Super story line: Ex-Steeler coaches take center stage
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Ken Whisenhunt seemed to be a logical successor to Bill Cowher in Pittsburgh
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow klocal: Want to take a shot at a Mahoning Valley Phantoms hockey player? You have
Poe endures in culture even after 200 years
BALTIMORE — “Lisa, that wasn’t scary, even for a poem!” Bart Simpson complains after his sister
FDA confirms salmonella found in Kellogg’s crackers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Kellogg Co. said Monday that federal authorities have confirmed that salmonella was
A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week:
A homicide is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime: Anthony Thomas
nba roundup Monday’s games
Celtics 104, Suns 87 BOSTON — Rajon Rondo scored 23 points in the first three quarters, and Ray
Kiwanis Club of Boardman adds to roster
Special to The Vindicator READY TO SERVE: The Kiwanis Club of Boardman added a new member to its
Blue Sky Therapy now has two locations
Blue Sky Therapy now has two locations CHAMPION — Blue Sky Therapy has opened a second outpatient
New label holds pickle, adds tomato
The decision wasn’t easy, the director of H.J. Heinz Co. said. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Goodbye
Obama should pursue missile defense
Opinion: Barack Obama’s first test came pretty quickly. But we still don’t know how he will respond. The
Experts debate over dropout academies
Dropout academies had a 29.9 graduation rate during the 2006-07 school year. COLUMBUS (AP) — Two
Motorcycle makers strive for low cost and high mileage
When the economy slows, motorcycle sales tend to take a beating. NEW YORK (AP) — Motorcycle
Obama should focus on people in greatest need
Opinion: Barack Obama’s economic recovery plan should focus more money and attention on the people who need
HOW WE SEE IT: Mr. President: Obama writes a new chapter in our history
Editorial: Barack H. Obama takes the oath of office today as the 44th president of the United States of America
Young models needed for American Girl show
YOUNGSTOWN — Angels of Easter Seals is looking for young girls interested in modeling for the
In a survey, 35 percent of executives said good employees are most likely to quit their jobs because
In a survey, 35 percent of executives said good employees are most likely to quit their jobs because
Company offers funeral webcasts
Families control who has access to the private Web site. COLUMBUS (AP) — A central Ohio funeral
EU or Eeww?
Los Angeles Times: It’s difficult to stop laughing long enough to seriously examine Czech artist
Flight attendant sues airline over her attire
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A 37-year-old female flight attendant is suing JetBlue Airways and Delta Airlines,
Iconic light bulb is on the way out
Light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, and compact fluorescent bulbs, known by their twisty, tubular shape,
Thinking about post-racial America
Opinion: What a day! Remember this one so you can tell your kids and grandkids about it in years to come.
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 20, the 20th day of 2009. There are 345 days left in the year. On this date
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“My thanks goes out to the pilot — for his quick reaction and putting us down like he
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Taking a fair look at Bush’s legacy
Opinion: Whatever history’s verdict on the Bush administration might be, it is likely to be very different
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CORTLAND Other projects The city also plans extensive sidewalk replacement and to increase its
Presidential inauguration coverage (multiple networks): Change, indeed, has come to Washington as
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Ohio Tuskegee Airmen travel to inauguration
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Oh, brothers
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Obama steps to the door of White House
The president-elect pledged ‘to make government work.’ WASHINGTON (AP) — At the dawn of a new era
Chrysler Financial receives $1.5B loan from federal bailout
Sales for the automaker plunged 53 percent last month. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department
Wary shoppers forcing retail stores to change
It’s unknown whether shoppers will resume spending the way they did before the economic crisis.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Domestic relations Christopher Walker and Tatiana Polynskaia, dissolution
Difficult times call for quick reaction
WASHINGTON — Much of America’s current psyche has become intertwined with Barack Obama and the
Nation’s oldest theater marks second century
The Walnut Street Theatre has seen it all. PHILADELPHIA — Over the past 200 years, audiences
Uniting family, community
The community center is keeping Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream alive. YOUNGSTOWN — Dr.
Obama’s speech: Inaugural past there to surpass
The 44th president may find it easy to outshine many of his predecessors. WASHINGTON — U.S.
Early on, D.C. gets into party ambience
Annoyances — in particular, traffic and parking — are sure to multiply today. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Wife surprised by husband’s answer to a question
Dear Annie: My husband, “Joe,” and I have been having minor problems recently, and I finally got him
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Crash kills one person, hurts another
HUBBARD — One person died and a second is in serious condition after a one-car accident on U.S.
TMH, St. Joe’s get grants
WARREN — Trumbull Memorial Hospital and St. Joseph Health Center both received $10,000 from the
Signing for book aimed at black males will be Saturday
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Watch The Vindy all day Tuesday
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Obama rolls up his sleeves
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Barack Obama is pushing for commitments to public service, visiting an emergency homeless shelter for teenagers in the nation's capital.
Martin Luther King JR. Day | Area events
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Ague gets third at Top Gun tourney
The Fitch junior overcame weight problems and cruised through the consolations. ALLIANCE — As
Boardman girls, Poland boys come up short at MLK events
BERLIN — Dayton Chaminade-Julienne bolted to a 24-8 lead after one quarter and went on to defeat
Howland wrestlers win own tourney
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Steelers end home jinx, 23-14
Steady Big Ben has Pittsburgh in the Super Bowl after beating Ravens. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The
Flacco finally played like a rookie
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The rookie finally played like one — at the worst possible time. Since his first
Robinwood Lane Elementary School, Boardman
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Memorial to M.L. King Jr. is true community event
People from many faiths joined together for the observance. YOUNGSTOWN —Representatives of
Boardman native elected to create art for Manifest Hope: D.C. Gallery
Michael Murphy’s pieces represent health care reform, workers’ rights and a green economy. His
Scouts awed by ’69 event
The Youngstown Eagle Scouts were struck by the significance of the Nixon inauguration.
Speaker urges service to others
The keynote speaker told the audience to ‘live the moment’ by doing something useful with it.
Park seeking land in Sebring
A proposed new park would serve western Mahoning County. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mill Creek
Students compose ‘Sounds of MCCTC’
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Lecture on health
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u.s. marshals most wanted
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Saturday’s Games
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NTSB: Plane’s engines lost power together
NEW YORK (AP) — The flight data recorder of the US Airways jet that landed in the Hudson River shows
Mexican collapse? Drug wars worry some Americans
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Indiscriminate kidnappings. Nearly daily beheadings. Gangs that mock and kill
‘Lost’ season opens with more unresolved mysteries
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From french fryer to the engine
In New York, a 900-pound butter sculpture from the state fair was turned into fuel for campus
Israel begins pulling out of Gaza; Hamas ceases fire
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli troops, some smiling and dancing, began to withdraw from Gaza
Library offers new electronic book format
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Public Library says it has become the first library in the nation to
Split opens over Obama’s proposed tax cut
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Sunday she’s eager to see Bush-era tax cuts for the
Cardinals achieve the impossible
Arizona defeated Philadelphia, 32-25, to reach title game on Feb. 1. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Down
Steelers early favorite to beat Arizona
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas oddsmakers aren’t buying into the Arizona Cardinals, no matter how many
Northwestern upends No. 18 Minnesota, 74-65
EVANSTON, Ill. — Craig Moore hit six 3-pointers and finished with 22 points to lead Northwestern
‘Valley Gold Show’ gets deal with European broadcaster
YOUNGSTOWN — The producer of “The Valley Gold Show with Debor’ah Benton” has signed a five-year
Cincinnati Reds help DeGeneres land Clooney
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China overtakes Germany
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Mayors: Give more funds to our cities, not states
MIAMI — Led by Miami’s Manny Diaz, mayors past and present from Boston to Seattle hailed a proposed
Agenda Tuesday
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Time ticking away for sides to agree to concessions
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“House” (8 p.m., Fox): In a new episode of “House,” our cranky medic treats
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Remembering King’s words
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Avoid goods with peanut butter, urge authorities
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health authorities on Saturday urged consumers to avoid eating cookies,
Penguins shut out Rangers
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Snow covers most of Ohio as cold spell continues
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Obama to crowd: ‘Anything possible’
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Times test church’s charitable efforts
Standing before his flock at Grace Point Church in North Las Vegas, Nev., The Rev. Devin Hudson was
BRITAIN
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In Afghanistan, 2 U.S. troops killed in attacks
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Analysis: Burden to own home isn’t equal
WASHINGTON (AP) — When it comes to homeownership, Hispanics in New Jersey, single parents in
“We had a miracle on 34th Street. I believe now we have had a miracle on the Hudson.”
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Obama rides rails to D.C., packing nation’s hope
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Corn-starch craving tied to mineral deficiency
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Healthy lifestyle adds years to your life
Genetics contribute to about 30 percent of a person’s longevity. According to the Bible,
Vermont sees decline in number of female inmates
Programs have been designed to keep female criminals out of prison. ST. ALBANS, Vt. (AP) — For
School hopes music boosts test scores
LEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — At Lisa Sharer’s command, 18 kindergartners hold violins in place and raise
Small businesses employ more than 54 million Americans and contribute 40 percent of the
Small businesses employ more than 54 million Americans and contribute 40 percent of the nation’s
Ga. school helps pupils soar
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Obama’s inauguration brings part of King’s dream to life
111King, flanked by more than 250,000 supporters and marchers, climbed the steps of the Lincoln
Boxes of rocks serve as history books
Researchers are checking some samples to see if carbon dioxide can be safely stored deep
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Technology to block cell phones in cars fails to be foolproof
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Many parents would love to be able to give their teenagers a cell phone that
Long-forgotten bombs found in California residents’ backyards
Robert Frick’s children aren’t allowed to dig around his California house. Engineers advised him not
Boardman native elected to create art for D.C. Obama gallery
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The 'Dream' fulfilled
Some say Obama’s election shows solidarity among the races that King so desperately wanted.
Athletes set for Obama’s inaugural
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hall of Fame coach John Thompson calls it “the greatest thing to happen to
Palm oil frenzy threatens to wipe out orangutans
Only 50,000 to 60,000 orangutans are left in the wild. TANJUNG PUTING NATIONAL PARK, Indonesia
Former Penguins return for visit
Saturday afternoon at Beeghly Center there were some great Youngstown State women’s basketball
Chinese automakers face headwinds to U.S. sales
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Israel implements Gaza cease-fire
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Martin Luther King left complex legacy
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MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Youngstown: The Martin Luther King Jr. planning committee has announced upcoming
Companies using offshore tax havens among those getting bailout funds
WASHINGTON — A majority of America’s largest publicly traded companies and the U.S. government’s
Pilot landed in Hudson to avoid catastrophe, NTSB says
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Today is Monday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2009. There are 346 days left in the year. This is Martin
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Special family photos discovered in museum exhibit
Dear Heloise: I read the letter from a reader about how she solved her problem of unidentified old
Obama family gives us hope
Opinion: BOSTON — While I’m aware that there’s no official inauguration for a first lady — no oath to take,
Even today wouldn’t be a day of rest for Dr. King
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Divorcee is reliving childhood
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Steelers down Ravens 23-14 for AFC title
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh’s dominating defense beat the Baltimore Ravens 23-14 in the AFC championship
Fitch wrestler Shawn Ague seeing positive results
ALLIANCE — As exhausted as he was feeling during the first few weeks of the wrestling season, the
YSU women hurt by lack of offense
Saturday afternoon at Beeghly Center there were some great Youngstown State women’s basketball
Kasich will be speaker at McKinley banquet
NILES — The Mahoning Valley McKinley Club, a nonprofit, tricounty organization, announces that John
Wanted: Beautiful dolls for American Girl show
YOUNGSTOWN — Angels of Easter Seals is looking for girls interested in modeling for the American
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Fun Day, sponsored by the Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County,
Walk down the aisles at Bridal Spectacular
BOARDMAN — An invitation goes out to Mahoning Valley brides-to-be, prospective grooms, and their
Roberts is installed as Aut Mori monarch
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Author to highlight Literary Society event
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AARP 4545 • Boardman South Chapter 4545 of AARP will meet at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 5 at Holiday Inn
Mr. and Mrs. Cook will mark 65 years
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A Vindicator Writing Contest
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Homestead exemption to cut property taxes
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Sponsors sought for park concerts
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Black high school students express hope and pride
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Ursuline is outlasted by Northwest, 54-51, in Pizza Oven Classic
The Irish stayed in the game to the end despite being without point guard Dale Peterman.
Putting a new spin on catching bad guys
The wheel is about the size seen at church festivals. YOUNGSTOWN — What better for the
Jackson helps Harding to remain undefeated
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Skating event combines fun and worthy cause
Some clumped and others glided at a skating event that doubled as a food drive. YOUNGSTOWN —
YSU is no match for Green Bay, 78-61
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Home, risen from ashes, to be dedicated today
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Ericka Corbin’s new neighborhood has quite a history. The newly built house of
YSU women no match for Cleveland State
YOUNGSTOWN — Things are just not getting any better for the Youngstown State women’s basketball
Steelers, Ravens set for nasty test today
The two defensive minded teams will clash for the AFC championship in Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH
DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPMENT The Cafaro Co. has hired Bill Reardon of Liberty as a senior leasing representative in
Making switch to ambient lighting
The variations of lighting are not just for luxury cars anymore. DETROIT — They’re a main style
LIMELIGHT \ Awards, achievements
CANFIELD — Bodine Perry, a Canfield-based certified public accounting firm, said Justin Yost of
A good story at the right time
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Obama’s eloquence will strike a chord
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Write out plan to pay for college
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Chancellor Fingerhut clear about higher ed priorities
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Glittering words alone will not bring success
Opinion: OAKLAND, Calif. — The last time a young politician oozing with charm and charisma assumed the
Rep. Ryan should remain in the House
Opinion: To understand why U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, would do well to disabuse himself of the
Cardinals have a lot to prove today in NFC championship
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — One by one, the players walked through the Arizona Cardinals’ spacious locker
Behind Hayward’s 3s, Butler wins eighth in row
CHICAGO — Gordon Hayward hit seven 3-pointers and tied his career-high with 25 points to lead No. 17
The Ghost’s New Home
The new Southside Boxing Club opens for Pavlik’s work As Kelly Pavlik worked out Thursday
East surges in last quarter to win
YOUNGSTOWN — With the score tied 35-35 at the end of the third quarter, East High outscored Vision
Ohio State uses late 10-0 spurt to leave Michigan in dust, 65-58
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Evan Turner scored 19 points and William Buford and B.J. Mullens each added 15 to
Grandma cried.
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Struthers perfect in AAC White Tier
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TRUMBULL COUNTY
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Home-loan banks begin to show stress
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Proof of great drama? Check out TNT’s latest
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Forum Health Trumbull Memorial
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Steel Valley Cup hockey rivalry set Monday at ‘Zone’
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Campbell’s varsity team rolls behind John Michael Snitzer
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Abuse scandal costs archdiocese more than $11M
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Homeowners facing foreclosure have options
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Resilient Valley car dealers keep close watch
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Good news: More are reading
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Valentines express heartfelt thanks to hospitalized veterans
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Comedian Chris Rock gets new book deal
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Three’s company as ‘Big Love’ returns
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Wounds program slated this week
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Cult faves such as ‘Friday Night Lights’ get hope for survival from DirecTV
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Obama fuels different attitudes, students say
The students believe Barack Obama’s election shows people put racial issues aside.
Gas price swings: a design challenge
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Federer doesn’t believe Murray will win
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Plan to combine St. Joseph and Immaculate Heart of Mary schools raises questions
Opinion: EDITOR: In my opinion, choosing a Catholic school for my children and making the sacrifices
Thiel ladies finally put it all together to subdue Geneva
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Magazine names best hotels
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GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY • Trailwood members will meet for soup and an auction at 11:30 a.m. Sharon Israel is
MAHONING COUNTY
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Hats off to SCT’s cast and crew for production of ‘Noises Off’
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‘Laughter on the 23rd Floor’ offers lots of fun at New Castle Playhouse
The unofficial fourth installment of Neil Simon’s “Eugene Trilogy” that marked a series of
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REGION Leadership program YOUNGSTOWN — Registration for the Regional Chamber’s local government
Fitch wrestlers sixth in Top Gun, second in Div. I
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Toiling to get health coverage for jobless
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SUPER BOWL XLIII
The area offers something for everyone About 150,000 people are coming to the Tampa Bay area for
President-elect Obama slept here
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YSU men lose big at Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Youngstown State’s men’s basketball team never got untracked and suffered a 78-61
Struthers win impressively over Beaver Local
STRUTHERS — Away from the shadows of Canfield, Salem and Howland in the old Metro Athletic
Canfield, Ursuline/Mooney hockey teams set for showdown Monday
BOARDMAN — The Canfield and Ursuline/Mooney hockey teams will renew their rivalry Monday in the
New South Side gym source of pride for Jack Loew
YOUNGSTOWN — As Kelly Pavlik worked out Thursday afternoon inside the brand spanking new Southside
Jury prescribes charges for pharmacist
The Boardman man is charged with reckless retail drug sales between October 2005 and June 2006.
Pilots admire Airbus miracle
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Students take bite of history on inaugural trip
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She’s 107 years young
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day event features bishop’s talk on poverty
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Columbiana County seeks project funds
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Men’s mission shelters jobless, sick
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Fitch’s Greco ‘sweats out’ semifinals
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Three Valley wrestlers seeking crowns
Fitch’s Louis Greco and Chris Miller and Boardman’s Jerry Pasquale all advanced to the Top Gun
Zoldan gives hockey pitch
YOUNGSTOWN — Bruce Zoldan, owner of the Mahoning Valley Phantoms amateur hockey team, has made a
DeChristofaro rehires 2 employees
The new county engineer vows to hire no family members or ‘cronies.’ WARREN — Trumbull County
Steelers hope to end AFC title game jinx at home
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Winning the Super Bowl three years ago didn’t erase one of the lingering questions
Ravens’ Flacco finally returns to Pittsburgh for a big game
PITTSBURGH (AP) — This is why Joe Flacco wanted to play in Pittsburgh. The chance to be the
Steelers, Cavs have chance for titles
Championships by our regional professional sports teams have become precious treasures. In the past
‘Electric Company’ plugs kids into reading
The children’s show is returning to PBS. NEW YORK — Watch out for silent e. That little
Cavaliers remain perfect at home
LeBron James just missed a triple-double in the 92-78 win over the Hornets. CLEVELAND (AP) — Sick,
Youngstown Christian romps; Kennedy Catholic cruises
CANTON — Anthony Walker scored 11 points and pulled down seven rebounds Friday as the Youngstown
Husband refuses to defend her
Dear Annie: I manage a very small office. Last year, I became involved with my employer and got
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Thursday — Women’s basketball at Wright St., 5:30 p.m. Friday — Men’s
Sunday news shows
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — David Axelrod, senior adviser to
Business news digest
REGION Mountaineer Casino to lay off 175 workers MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Mountaineer Casino,
Stocks moderately higher in 2nd straight rebound
NEW YORK — Wall Street has managed its second straight comeback, but the rebound was more a sign of
Great Depression cat not a freeloader
Opinion: I have written stories about photographing dogs, but not cats, yet they have also played an
Inaugural belies hard realities ahead
Opinion: WASHINGTON — This may well be the strangest — and most contradictory — inauguration in all of
Nation’s worsening economy justifies aggressive stimulus
Editorial: If there was any doubt about the need to pump billions of dollars into the economy, consider this
Wedding planned by Miss Scardina, Mr. Manchester
Samantha Rose Scardina and Chad Spencer Manchester, both of 2216 Canfield Road, Youngstown, are
Newspapers make special sales plan
Papers are prepared to distribute extra inaugural editions, taking cue from the demand for Nov. 5
Ohio newspapers will print copies to mark inauguration
Posters will also be for sale. CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio newspapers will print extra copies or create
Obama touts his stimulus plan
The president-elect said renewable energy can create new industries and jobs. BEDFORD HEIGHTS,
Salmonella investigation widens
WASHINGTON (AP) — The latest national food safety investigation took on new urgency Friday as
Duck hunt
Duck hunt Matt Cooke scored twice in a 43-second span and the Sidney Crosby-less Pittsburgh
Arrests made in torching of church
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — Three white men were arrested Friday in the torching of a predominantly
Ohioans shiver through freeze
The cold snap has claimed at least six lives and contributed to dozens of traffic accidents.
Cuts in police overtime targeted
The city is trying to cut overtime costs by $50,000. GIRARD — Overtime costs have been a
Low temperatures Ohio cities
Low temperatures Friday in major Ohio cities and record lows for same date: CityFriday’s lowRecord
Chapin-Bendali engagement is being announced
CHAMPION — Douglas and Juliet Chapin of Champion are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Cold sets off alarms
Cold sets off alarms YOUNGSTOWN — The extreme cold can be blamed for some fire alarm
Tampa fires Gruden, Allen
The coach took the Buccaneers to the Super Bowl title in 2003. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay
Shiite candidate killed while campaigning
BAGHDAD (AP) — A Shiite candidate for provincial elections was assassinated Friday while campaigning
Wal-Mart to open on July 1
LIBERTY — Township trustees now know when the anticipated Wal-Mart Supercenter under construction
Israeli Cabinet to vote on truce in Gaza fighting
Israeli Cabinet to vote on truce in Gaza fighting GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel said it was
Investigators search for plane’s engines
The pilot’s status as a hero rose by the hour as he took calls from the president and president-
National Hockey League Friday’s other games
Flyers 3, Panthers 2, SO SUNRISE, Fla. — Simon Gagne scored the only goal in the shootout, and
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
The following were indicted this week by the Mahoning County grand jury: Chad E. Fullum, 32, of
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Youngstown: The Martin Luther King Jr. planning committee has announced upcoming
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Acyclovir, 800 mg, 56 prescriptions X 90 tablets = 5,040 dosage units. Amoxicillin, 500 mg, 85
What’s open/closed
What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses
American painter Andrew Wyeth dies
The Butler museum in Youngstown exhibited the artist’s work in 2007. PHILADELPHIA — Artist
Minus Crosby, Penguins extend Ducks’ skid, 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Cooke scored twice in a 43-second span and the Sidney Crosby-less Pittsburgh
nba roundup \ Friday’s other games
76ers 109, Spurs 87 PHILADELPHIA — Thaddeus Young scored a career-high 27 points, Andre Iguodala
Youngstown State BASKETBALL Today’s games
MEN Who: YSU (5-11, 2-5) vs. Green Bay (12-5, 5-1).SFlbTip-off: 8:05 p.m. at Resch Center, Green
Postponements
The following games on Friday’s schedule were postponed due to the cold. Make-up dates are listed in
Man found innocent on one count of rape
A hearing is set to pick a date for a new trial. WARREN — Jurors deliberated all day Thursday
Beauty avoids winning Spartans
Boardman’s 10-point victory over Fitch extended a positive streak. BOARDMAN — Boardman High
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN JR’s drunken disclosure of Krystal’s affair with David led Tad to bar her from any
Today is Saturday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2009. There are 348 days left in the year. On this date
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Devils’ controversial goal spoils Mason’s dominance of East teams
COLUMBUS (AP) — John Madden scored a controversial goal to help the New Jersey Devils overcome a