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Pens lose again to Bruins
BOSTON (AP) — Manny Fernandez made 30 saves to remain perfect at home and the Boston Bruins extended
Final day of Kwanzaa celebrated at McGuffey Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — If a name can do justice to describing a person’s character, then Jonesha Floyd must be
East Palestine teacher explores students’ interaction with nature
EAST PALESTINE — High school science teacher Lisa Bircher said she was a bit surprised when she had
Penn State falls
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Southern California’s offense went high-powered in the Rose Bowl, a reminder
St. E’s records first baby born in 2009
YOUNGSTOWN — Only blocks away from the site of Youngstown’s New Year’s ball drop to ring in the new
Emancipation Proclamation service highlights hopes for blacks in 2009 and beyond
YOUNGSTOWN — Barack Obama’s historic rise to becoming the nation’s 44th president is a symbol of
Youngstown police investigating traffic accident, shooting, on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown police continue their investigation into a traffic accident in which they
Mercer County girl, shot by teen relative, in critical condition
FREDONIA, Pa. (AP) — State police say they’ll meet with a district attorney to determine whether
Mahoning Co. health officials scramble to save core programs
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Mental Health officials are scrambling to find ways to maintain core
KnowledgeWorks Foundation has positive impact on Youngstown schools
YOUNGSTOWN — KnowledgeWorks Foundation says implementation of its high school reform models have
Warren sets tougher parking ticket policy beginning Friday
WARREN — Starting Friday, the city will get serious about parking tickets. That is the date when
Boil alert advisory lifted for some Brookfield Township homes
BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Township households affected by Wednesday’s water main break are no
Rockers make special stop in memory of Canfield boy
Capital Lights will play in Columbiana to benefit the Nick Avery Role Model Scholarship.
Hoppel leads area players in Bearcats’ Orange Bowl bid
There’s quite a pipeline from the Valley to Cincinnati. Four players from the Youngstown area,
Pelinis are at top of Huskers’ food chain
Three of four Nebraska coaches and player Tim Marlowe are tied to Cardinal Mooney football.
Back in black: AC/DC returns to form
'Black Ice' was the second-best debut in terms of sales. NEW YORK — When Brian Johnson got the
Buffett cashes in as head of empire
The ‘Margaritaville’ singer has lent his image to a variety of lucrative projects. LAS VEGAS (AP)
Minimum wage goes up, adds to costs
The state’s minimum wage increases to $7.30 an hour. Two local business owners say they plan to
New year’s resolutions are good intentions, not vows
Set aside the sweets and get out the scales — it’s resolution time in 2009. The midnight
Reading-and-activities program teaches
Grandfather and grandson plan their day around the Poland library activity each week. POLAND —
End of ’08 delivers $700K in funding
The Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way received more money from the Youngstown Foundation in 2008
Campbell man gets 6 years for home invasion, robbery
‘This is incredibly reprehensible,’ the prosecutor said of a home invasion. YOUNGSTOWN — A man
Conviction upheld for man’s role in death
YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of a man a jury found
Lerner sees Pioli; McKay on deck
Mike Shanahan may even be in the mix. CLEVELAND — Browns owner Randy Lerner, who has been
Auction set for Lemieux Foundation jerseys
The Phantoms are raising money with their Jan. 10 sweaters. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley
Warren residency tiff heads to high court
Youngstown is also among cities challenging the constitutionality of the new residency law.
Convicted killer to remain on death row
WARREN — The Ohio Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal of the death sentence for killer Andre
COLLEGE FOOTBALL \ Wednesday’s other bowl games
Chick-fil-A Bowl LSU 38, No. 14 Georgia Tech 3 ATLANTA — Charles Scott ran for three touchdowns
10 reasons why AC/DC SFlbnever gets old
Anybody who says Angus Young is too old to be prancing around in his schoolboy uniform simply
GMAC finishes debt deal to raise cash
NEW YORK (AP) — The financing arm of General Motors Corp. has completed a complicated debt deal that
Many brand names vanished in 2008
NEW YORK (AP) — Shoppers won’t be picking up ornate lamps from the Bombay Co. in the coming year. Or
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Youngstown Foundation Grants
Youngstown Foundation Grants The Youngstown Foundation’s distributions for the last part of the
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Dec. 25 Breaking
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick J. Hoffman, 35, of 97 Hamilton Ave., Poland, and
• Announced by Jeff and Leah (Centofanti) Francisco, 6303 Falcon Chase Drive, Westerville, is
• Announced by Jeff and Leah (Centofanti) Francisco, 6303 Falcon Chase Drive, Westerville, is the
Strickland reviews record, hints at re-election bid
COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland hasn’t committed yet to seeking re-election in 2010. But he doesn’t
MINIMUM WAGES
MINIMUM WAGES Ohio and U.S. A look at the state and federal minimum wage: kOhio minimum wage:
Reader keeps Christmas-related items, including jewelry, together
Dear Heloise: Each year when I’m cleaning out the Christmas decorations and storing them, I pack my
Poem provides promise of a Happy New Year
Dear Readers: Happy New Year. We hope you don’t need to recuperate too much from your celebrations
Bowl games: It’s time to pig out on pigskin as five college bowl games are on tap today. Top
Bowl games: It’s time to pig out on pigskin as five college bowl games are on tap today. Top pick:
Feud with Viacom may affect programs
Feud with Viacom may affect programs Ohio residents are among the 13.3 million Time Warner Cable
Fall Out Boy is turning its focus onto the world
‘Folie A Deux’ is the group’s second album in two years. CHICAGO (AP) — If you’re wondering how
If you go
if you go Who: AC/DC, with The Answer. When: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 5 at Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland;
NHL \ Wednesday’s games
Wild 3, Sharks 2 ST. PAUL, Minn. — Brent Burns scored at 1:38 of overtime to give Minnesota the
Top new year resolutions
Top new year resolutions Here are some of the top promises Americans vow to follow each year: 1.
Today is Thursday, Jan. 1, the first day of 2009. There are 364 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Jan. 1, the first day of 2009. There are 364 days left in the year. On this date
Horsing around on the set of Broadway revival ‘Equus’
NEW YORK — Even horses need to rehearse. Especially those played by humans. It’s 30 minutes before
NBA \ Wednesday’s games
Pistons 83, Nets 75 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Allen Iverson scored 19 points, and Tayshaun Prince
Ronghi leads unbeaten Devils
NORTH LIMA — Lance Ronghi scored 14 points Tuesday to lead the McDonald High basketball team to a
Matt Dillon cited for speeding in Vermont
NEWBURY, Vt. (AP) — Vermont State Police say actor Matt Dillon has been cited for speeding on an
AN ALTERNATIVE TO Resolutions
AN ALTERNATIVE TO Resolutions Instead of making resolutions, Dr. Brenda Wade, NBC Today Show’s
HOLIDAY CLASSIC: The Rev. Mr. Vit Fiala played classical music on his cello to help welcome in the
HOLIDAY CLASSIC: The Rev. Mr. Vit Fiala played classical music on his cello to help welcome in the
Antique motorcycles on display at Packard
Antique motorcycles on display at Packard WARREN — The ninth annual antique-motorcycle exhibition
Could Bill Clinton replace wife in the U.S. Senate?
Could Bill Clinton replace wife in the U.S. Senate? ALBANY, N.Y. — Sen. Bill Clinton? Sen. Mario
Cuba celebrates 50th anniversary of revolution today
MEXICO CITY — The second half-century of the Cuban Revolution will begin like the first — with a
UP MY NOSE: Travis Fessler, half of the Pickled Brothers Sideshow, jammed a nail up his nose
UP MY NOSE: Travis Fessler, half of the Pickled Brothers Sideshow, jammed a nail up his nose
FIRST NIGHT 2009
Year is young in Youngstown at celebration The frosty weather didn’t stop the downtown
Play ball! Red Wings get set for Blackhawks at Wrigley Field
CHICAGO (AP) — Chris Chelios raced up and down the ice and when he had a chance to peek up and check
Can Burris pick favor Illinois governor?
A black lawmaker said it’s not enough to help Blagojevich. CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. Rod
Buckle up: We’re in for a bumpy ride in ’09
Opinion: CORNWALL, N.Y. — There is no use waiting to exhale. The new years is going to be tough, too. The
Stocks extend advance in year’s final session
The Dow ends the year down nearly 34 percent. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street saw a merciful end to a
Court date is set for Winehouse appeal
Court date is set for Winehouse appeal OSLO, Norway — British singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse has
Japan offers true meaning of New Year
Opinion: New Year’s Day is the hardest holiday to make sense of precisely because it’s the easiest one to
Drinkers swear by hangover remedies
Hung over? Try eggs, fries, cocoa ... The cup of cures for your pounding head and queasy
Actor Matt Dillon cited for speeding in Vermont
NEWBURY, Vt. (AP) — Vermont State Police say actor Matt Dillon has been cited for speeding on an
No. 3 Pitt remains unbeaten; 5th-ranked Duke wins by 41
PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Sam Young had 18 points and Brad Wanamaker scored 13 of his career-high 15 in the
Disney’s “High School Musical: The Ice Tour” skates onto the Chevrolet Centre ice
Disney’s “High School Musical: The Ice Tour” skates onto the Chevrolet Centre ice for six shows this
Irish band thinks it has The Answer to AC/DC jinx
The band will release its second album in February. When looking back at the list of bands
Health care system is on life support
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Health care, says the man most concerned with that 17 percent of America’s economy, can
Valley residents have reason for some optimism this year
Editorial: Although the Mahoning Valley bid farewell to 2008 with a sigh of relief, given the collapsing
Pitt 3-0 loser in the Sun
Kicker Connor Lee missed a 58-yard field goal in the closing minutes against the Oregon State
Dane Cook’s half brother accused of embezzlement
WOBURN, Mass. (AP) — The half brother of comedian Dane Cook was in a Massachusetts court after he
Mortgage rates drop to third straight record low
Rates are expected to keep falling if the Fed keeps buying securities. WASHINGTON (AP) — Rates on
Department leaders will decide whether to use the money for firearms or nonlethal weapons such as
Department leaders will decide whether to use the money for firearms or nonlethal weapons such as
OHIO’S TAX CUTS What they mean
Tax cuts approved in 2005 will go into full effect in 2009. Here’s how much the cuts will save a
Good riddance to a very stormy 2008
Opinion: It was a year when the saying “waiting for the other shoe to drop” took on a whole new meaning after
Seniors class offers more than staying fit
Associated Press CLASS ACT: An aqua fitness class provides Shelley Reed, second from bottom, and
Poof goes the GOP
Chicago Tribune: Just how stupid are Republican Party leaders? We’re about to find out. Chip
Penn State’s Paterno to take sky view of clash with Trojans
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — All the fuss is starting to bug Joe Paterno. Still recovering from hip
auditions | Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Cinderella.” Salem Community Theater, 490 E. State St., Salem. (330) 332-9688. Auditions
Last of Ohio tax cuts rolls in today
TOLEDO (AP) — The last in a series of personal income tax cuts will take effect today even as Ohio
TREE RECYCLING
TREE RECYCLING Where to go The Mahoning County Recycling Division, better known as the Green
Coronado Steel seeks to add building
V&M Star is expected to decide on a local expansion this month. YOUNGSTOWN — The Coronado Steel
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
Business news digest
OHIO Macy’s reveals problems with some debit cards CINCINNATI — Macy’s Inc. says some pre-
Cliche watch: Words matter
Cliche watch: Words matter McClatchy-Tribune News Service (MCT) The following editorial
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Springfield Township trustees, reorganization meeting, 10 a.m., administration
All Steelers boss Arians is saying is give pass a chance
Pittsburgh’s offensive coordinator says the team can win through the air. PITTSBURGH (AP) — If the
Patrol responds to crashes
Patrol responds to crashes The Ohio State Highway Patrol Lisbon Post handled two crashes within
Michael Flatley lords over new ‘Superstars’
It started with “So You Think You Can Dance.” Ordinary people got the chance to show off their
Coffee grounds can stop bleeding
Q. I have enjoyed reading about home remedies on your Web site and would like to share mine. Dip a
COLLEGE BASKETBALL \ YSU preview
Who: YSU (3-8, 0-2) vs. Detroit (4-7, 0-2) Tip-off: Today, 1:05 p.m. at Calihan Hall, Detroit.
Tribe acquires Cubs’ DeRosa to play third base
For the infielder, Cleveland traded three minor leaguers. CLEVELAND (AP) — After some debate and a
Va. priest struck and killed by falling tree
Va. priest struck and killed by falling tree PURCELLVILLE, Va. (AP) — Authorities say a Roman
Money-saving tips For couples on a budget
Whether your wedding is a casual affair or an all-out extravaganza, here are several ways to save
Diebler hot as OSU squeaks past Iowa
The Ohio State sophomore out of Upper Sandusky High had a career-best 27 points. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Big roles keep coming for Bill Nighy
The English actor owes his sudden success to ‘Love, Actually.’ For most of his working life,
A bright light on Christmas
Opinion: A bright light on Christmas EDITOR: What a present we had on Christmas, something for Youngstown
“Giving Hamas a respite just to regroup, rearm is a mistake. The pressure on the Hamas
Opinion: “Giving Hamas a respite just to regroup, rearm is a mistake. The pressure on the Hamas military
Hokies hoping to put lid on Cincy
MIAMI (AP) — When Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer looks at Cincinnati, he might as well be seeing a
Charles Barkley arrested on suspicion of DUI
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Charles Barkley was arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving early
Smoking ban leads to a major drop in heart attacks
ATLANTA (AP) — A smoking ban in one Colorado city led to a dramatic drop in heart attack
Slumping Penguins discuss goal-scoring woes
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins held a players-only meeting following their fourth
Piccirilli-Pecorelli wedding plans are announced
• HERMITAGE — The engagement and plans for the upcoming marriage of Roslyn Eve Piccirilli and
Israel on Gaza border preparing for assault
Diplomatic efforts failed to persuade either side to halt the aggression. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip
CRYSTAL LANGER | JAMES PUGH
CRYSTAL LANGER JAMES PUGH • YOUNGSTOWN — James Pugh and his bride, the former Crystal Langer,
June wedding set by Adrienne Zaza and Nicholas Colla
• POLAND — Jerry and Joyce Zaza of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Adrienne
Discount retailers come out ahead
NEW YORK (AP) — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. may be one of the few broadline retailers to come out ahead in
U.S. soldier deaths down in Iraq, up in Afghanistan
BAGHDAD (AP) — U.S. military deaths in Iraq plunged by two-thirds in 2008 from the previous year, a
Slumping Pens meet
Slumping Pens meet The Pittsburgh Penguins ended 2008 with a players-only meeting. Tonight, they
ABOUT THE SERIES
ABOUT THE SERIES In a private interview with The Vindicator’s Columbus correspondent Marc Kovac,
Trustees reorganize
Trustees reorganize NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township trustees named officers and set the day and time
President Bush: Hamas must first stop firing rockets
CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) — It’s President George W. Bush’s belief that the first step in any cease-fire
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Wednesday night: Pick 3, 5-3-1 Pick 4, 0-3-2-7 Rolling Cash 5, 5
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jalesa Shorter, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 30. Carmelina
MAHONING COUNTY Grand jury
The following were indicted Tuesday by the Mahoning County grand jury: James C. Allen, 49, of
Fun time for kids at Poland library
Fun time for kids at Poland library kLittle children enjoyed interactive activities at the “Fun
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