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Youngstown mayor targets finances, crime, neighborhoods as 2009 priorities
The mayor will seek re-election, but, this time, as a Democrat. YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay
Plans progress to build coal-to-liquid fuel plant in Wellsville
WELLSVILLE — Columbiana County officials are quickly moving ahead with plans to start a plant here
So you want to quit smoking? Help abounds in the region
Trying to break a nicotine habit for the New Year — or at any time — can just break you down. If
Four police departments work to nab Boardman man charged with assaulting police officer
YOUNGSTOWN — Four police departments converged on the city’s East Side to apprehend a man who fled
Obama supporters in Valley plan food drive on inaugural weekend
A similar group in Mercer County, Pa., is trying to promote green technologies.
Boardman woman ‘with no clue’ on elections wins tickets to inaugural
The Wittenberg student will witness the presidential swearing-in firsthand. BOARDMAN — By
Mahoning Valley sloshed through much rain, snow in 2008
Last year was the ninth- wettest in the past 112 years in the region. YOUNGSTOWN — Last year’s
‘This is a palace!’ Tenants sing praises of Mahoning County’s Oakhill Renaissance Place
Oakhill Renaissance Place is a work in progress, but it’s already getting rave reviews from
Panthers top reeling Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nathan Horton scored twice and the Florida Panthers snapped a four-game losing
Phantoms fall to Traverse City North Stars, 5-4
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms failed to hold a third-period lead against the
Eagles soar past Panthers
Olonzo Johnson and Anthony Walker excelled at the end against East. YOUNGSTOWN — The East High
Woman’s death brings changes for Liberty police
Some of the recommended changes already have occurred. LIBERTY — Trustees have decided on a
Traficant can pick CCA or prison
The convicted former congressman said he would not feel safe at CCA on Market Street.
At ice show, a warm reception for Valley boy
The shows reflect values often seen in the Valley. YOUNGSTOWN — A master of ceremonies on ice
Versions about arrest don’t jibe
STRUTHERS — Michael Gabriel Sr.’s version of what happened when he was arrested by Struthers
Library branches to open at new locations
YOUNGSTOWN — Though library patrons are without both the South Library and East Library, they can
First Night Youngstown to expand for 10th event
Horse-drawn carriage rides were among the favorite activities at First Night Youngstown.
Browns interview McDaniels, Tucker
CLEVELAND (AP) — New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and Browns defensive coordinator
Not a banner year for Big Ten: Conference nears record losses
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Ohio State Buckeyes are carrying the Big Ten’s banner — what’s left of
Cavaliers bull rush Chicago at the Q
Anderson Varejao led the way with 26 points, while LeBron James had a triple-double against the
Warren faces loss of revenue
Layoffs at the two plants are not yet producing additional furloughs in Warren. WARREN —
Short in electrical panel causes closing of hotel in Austintown
AUSTINTOWN — An electrical fire has closed down a local hotel. Austintown Fire Chief Andy Frost
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games No games scheduled Friday’s Games Orlando 86, Miami 76 Toronto 94, Houston
Keep pets safe and warm during winter weather
Dear Readers: Now that winter’s cold weather is here, don’t forget your pets. Cold can be hazardous
nba roundup Friday’s other games
Magic 86, Heat 76 ORLANDO, Fla. — Rashard Lewis had 17 points and Jameer Nelson scored 16 to help
Mideast not only tinderbox that could cause a flareup
Editorial: While all eyes are on the Middle East where Israel has responded with deadly force to rocket attacks
Kennedy Catholic stops Ursuline, 60-44
Eagles’ Aundra Jones had 18 points, 17 rebounds and 14 blocked shots against the Irish.
It’s winter, and there’s a song in the air
On the afternoon of Dec. 26, the thermometer on the back porch read 73 degrees. Carolina wrens,
Iraqi Christian refugees pack pews in Lebanon
The exodus of the ancient Christian minority is accelerating again. BOUCHRIEH, Lebanon — In
Resolve to encourage in 2009
Opinion: A new year is here, and like most other folks, I’ve decided to draw up a list of resolutions, which,
Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise
Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise
GIFT OF COMPASSION
GIFT OF COMPASSION A donation fund has been opened at Huntington Bank. CAMPBELL — Those
Teens aren’t abstaining from sex
Opinion: BOSTON — I hate to bring this up right now when the ink is barely dry on your New Year’s resolution.
Surfing on the Web? How about fishing?
Ohio Division of Wildlife has begun efforts to educate the public about its plans in 2010 to launch
Daniel Fast helps form a new habit
The idea is based on behavior by Daniel, an Old Testament prophet who consecrated himself to God.
The First Couple of the Met keeps opera lovers riveted
Roberto Alagna and Angela Gheorghiu rang in the new year as co-stars. NEW YORK — At the end of
Fashions come and go, but skinny-leg pants retire
Associated Press ON WAY OUT: The skinny-leg pants worn down the runway by this fashion model are
Heirlooms are worth storing; junk is not
Associated Press OUT OF SORTS: Clothes that are outdated, and those that haven’t been worn for a
Will puppy mills be on Ohio’s radar?
Opinion: COLUMBUS — As the 128th General Assembly of the state of Ohio gets under way, memories of the 127th
LOST REVENUE
LOST REVENUE Warren As a result of the layoffs of 500 to 600 workers at the Severstal steel
Bush pursues Mideast peace with clock running down
WASHINGTON (AP) — With time running out on the Bush presidency, the administration seemed
Engagement causes attack by her fianc ’s family
Dear Annie: I am disgusted. My fianc , “Kirk,” and I have a problem with his mother and siblings. I
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Wild Card Games Atlanta1ARIZONA Indianapolis1SAN DIEGO
Cash-poor states eager for piece of Obama plan
NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Barack Obama’s plan to overhaul the nation’s roads, bridges and
Album sales plunge, digital downloads up
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Music sales continued to slump in 2008 as the increased number of downloads
Picasso, Matisse artworks stolen
Picasso, Matisse artworks stolen BERLIN — Thieves stole works by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse and
Investors deciding on faith
NEW YORK (AP) — Investing often requires a leap of faith, no more so than when the bottom has fallen
Today is Saturday, Jan. 3, the third day of 2009. There are 362 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Jan. 3, the third day of 2009. There are 362 days left in the year. On this date
SUNDAY TV NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Senate appointee and former
Israel allows Palestinians to flee; U.N. warns of a deepening crisis
Most of Hamas’ leaders went into hiding at the start of the Israeli offensive on Dec. 27. EREZ
Change in leadership in the police department by the appointment of a new chief.
Change in leadership in the police department by the appointment of a new chief. Acceptance of the
Auto industry prepares for chilling sales report
“Perhaps by the second half of next year there can be a case for an improved economy, or at least an
Bye has not been answer for Steelers
Pittsburgh’s Super Bowl victory three years ago came when it was the lowest-seeded team in the AFC
“The Nanny Express” (9 p.m., Hallmark Channel): In “The Nanny Express,”
“The Nanny Express” (9 p.m., Hallmark Channel): In “The Nanny Express,” Vanessa Marcil (”Las Vegas”)
NEW PLACE TO FLIP PAGES
In recent years, Mahoning County updated area library facilities for residents, and two new
Hiring plan to lower police pay
Offering $10,000 less would make it difficult to recruit, the union president said. YOUNGSTOWN
Bowl roundup Friday’s games
Sugar Bowl NEW ORLEANS — Utah is the best of the BCS busters. Brian Johnson threw for 336 yards
John Travolta’s son dies in bathtub accident
John Travolta’s son dies in bathtub accident NASSAU, Bahamas — John Travolta’s teenage son, Jett,
Police probe hit-and-run
WARREN — Township police are investigating a hit-and-run accident that seriously injured a woman
Virginia Tech tames Bearcats in Orange Bowl win
MIAMI (AP) — When the coaches met near midfield for the traditional postgame handshake, Virginia
Wall Street gets upbeat start to ’09
Stock markets advanced at least 6 percent this week. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street started the new
Sculptor follows directive to focus on family, craft
The artist said she felt in her heart what Jesus wanted her to do. BURLESON, Texas — The life-
Top 25 roundup \ Friday’s games
MEN South Carolina 85, No. 19 Baylor 84 WACO, Texas — Zam Fredrick hit a go-ahead layup with 5.1
nfl preview \ Today’s playoff games
ATLANTA (11-5) At ARIZONA (9-7) Game time: 4:30 p.m. TV: (21) (3) (11) Opening line: Falcons by 2
Hunting the budget snipe
Washington Post: President-elect Barack Obama proudly introduced his new budget director, Peter R.
For popular ‘60 Minutes,’ there’s no stopping the clock
The newsmagazine has tons of credibility with viewers. “60 Minutes” begins the new year happy.
The latest ‘Bachelor’ seeks wife and mom
He’s already got a child. There will be two unmarried men making the big decision in the 13th
Speculation grows over succession plans at Procter & Gamble
Observers are wondering who will be the company’s next CEO. CINCINNATI (AP) — While many jittery
GMAC gives up some car financing
The government’s shares in GMAC are to pay 8 percent interest. DETROIT (AP) — GMAC LLC will no
It’s raining cholera in dying Zimbabwe
Opinion: HARARE, Zimbabwe — Shamiso Mushonga, eight months’ pregnant with her third child, feels like a
Sunday local programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): The digital television transition is less than
CSX hires firm to consider Greenbrier options
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The Greenbrier’s owner has hired New York investment banking giant Goldman
Verizon says Alltel deal will close soon
NEW YORK (AP) — The $5.9 billion acquisition of cellular carrier Alltel Corp. by Verizon Wireless
FRIDAY drawingS
FRIDAY drawingS multistate Friday night: Mega Millions, 2-11-19-21-34 Mega Ball, 38 OHIO
Execution date sought for Getsy
Getsy and two others were offered $5,000 to kill a business rival in a landscaping business.
WINTER WORRIES
Experts: Take action to avoid frozen pipes Beyond fixing pipes, water damage costs can add up as
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael J. Spiech, 47, of 21 Saybrook Drive, Canfield, and
Prep sports at a glance
Prep sports at a glance FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Youngstown Christian
YSU BASKETBALL \ Today’s preview
WOMEN MEN YSU (4-8, 1-2) vs. WRIGHT STATE (7-7, 1-2) Tip-off: Today, 7 p.m. at Ervin J.
GETTING HELP \ For laid-off workers
Here are the churches assisting Warren firefighters and police officers who were laid off starting
Churches’ campaign aims to help laid-off employees
It’s unlikely the public will approve additional taxes to bring the workers back, a union official
Clothes get larger, but size numbers shrink
The numbers don’t mean much, so go for fit instead. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Brook Mark doesn’t
Brown leads JFK to 68-58 victory over Champion
CHAMPION — Nick Brown scored 21 points and grabbed 14 rebounds Friday to lead the Warren JFK High
Relative files suit over jail death
YOUNGSTOWN — A relative of a 24-year-old Vienna man who died while in the Trumbull County Jail a
Man plans his way and God directs his steps
This may be your year of destiny. No matter who we are, where we live, or what walk of life we may
Boardman fouls out against GlenOak, 76-69
The Spartans lost two starters, and the Golden Eagles made them pay. BOARDMAN — Boardman
In a series: Cindy Burden’s sculpture series called Women of the Way is based on scriptural
In a series: Cindy Burden’s sculpture series called Women of the Way is based on scriptural
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
Faith-based organizing to be topic
YOUNGSTOWN — The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance will host Gregory A. Galluzzo, national
daniel fast Suggestions
The Daniel Fast is a time of prayer and focusing on our relationship with God. Here are some
Missionary to speak
Missionary to speak NEW WATERFORD — Christine Greenwell, a missionary in Mexico, will speak Jan.
FROZEN PIPES \ Prevention tips
Here’s what you can do to keep your water pipes from freezing during the winter. Seal leaks that
Chief: I can’t answer complaint
It is the second complaint filed against the chief since August. WARREN — Police Chief John
School reform ranks high on Strickland’s list
The governor promises to act prudently in utilizing state resources. COLUMBUS — Is it
Domestic-violence call leads to charges
The Salinas Trail man is accused of kicking a police officer. BOARDMAN — A 34-year-old township
Health-care careers
Health-care careers WARREN — Anyone interested in a career in health care is invited to attend a
Girl’s shooting unlikely to lead to police charges
MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County district attorney says charges aren’t likely to be filed in the
Business news digest
REGION Butler Wick & Co. sale is completed, UCFC says YOUNGSTOWN — The $12 million sale of