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Lordstown police searching for elderly man
LORDSTOWN — Police are combing neighborhoods in search of a lost elderly man with dementia. George
Death-penalty trial nears
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Courthouse is scheduled for its third capital murder trial in less
An out-of-this-world course
YOUNGSTOWN — Stephen A. Graf says most people are skeptics when they come into his
Demonstrators walk 14 miles in Valley to protest Gaza attacks
YOUNGSTOWN - When it comes to showing solidarity toward those who are suffering or have lost their
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms finished another three game series 1-1-1
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms finished another three game series 1-1-1 after
View 30 motorcycles of yesteryear at Packard museum in Warren
WARREN—The Ninth Annual Antique Motorcycle Exhibit at the National Packard Museum in Warren is more
New Castle man killed in auto crash in Union Township
UNION, Pa. — A New Castle, Pa., man died after the car he was a passenger in lost control and struck
Soon-to-be brides, grooms enjoy one-stop planning at MetroPlex
GIRARD -- Bride-to-be Traci Pondillo had no problem choosing her wedding dress. The Boardman
YSU programs help students continue education amid troubled economy
YOUNGSTOWN — Some Ohio universities are launching efforts to help students needing assistance in
Death penalty trial in 2005 murder, rape to begin in Mahoning County
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Courthouse is scheduled for its third capital murder trial in less
Cookies serve as valuable learning tool for Valley Girl Scouts
Cookie sales teach business savvy to young women. YOUNGSTOWN — Selling cookies isn’t just
Church is chosen for Sexton-Pirko spring wedding
• POLAND — The engagement of Lisa Trenae Sexton and Paul Charles Pirko, both of 6911 Tippecanoe
Acting on the message of change
A similar group in Mercer County, Pa., is trying to promote green technologies. YOUNGSTOWN —
Ending your nicotine addiction
If you can’t quit ‘cold turkey,’ there’s help. Trying to break a nicotine habit for the new
Plans progress to build coal-to-liquid fuel plant
The plant would eventually require about 225 full-time workers. WELLSVILLE — Columbiana County
Workouts commence Monday for Pavlik
The middleweight champion will resume training after the only loss of his career. YOUNGSTOWN —
Boardman woman wins trip to inaugural
The Wittenberg student will witness the presidential swearing-in firsthand. BOARDMAN — By
Another defeat for YSU at Wright State
DAYTON — The Youngstown State men’s basketball team has won only once at the Nutter Center against
Akron’s Carousel theater closes
Carousel billed itself as the largest dinner theater in the United States. AKRON — The
Suspect arrested after chase
YOUNGSTOWN — Four police departments converged on the city’s East Side to apprehend a man who fled
INSIDE OAKHILL | Tenants and costs
INSIDE OAKHILL | Tenants and costs now inside Oakhill Mahoning County coroner’s office, basement
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Akron Firestone 58, East 54 Warren Harding
Uggs put best foot forward, become a wardrobe staple
Associated Press FOOT WARMER: This classic short sheepskin boot is not only cozy and furry, but it
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — For years, the iconic South Beach mansion best known as the place
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — For years, the iconic South Beach mansion best known as the place Gianni
Troops complained that flak jackets are too heavy.
Troops complained that flak jackets are too heavy. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Acting on widespread
Natural-gas dispute
Natural-gas dispute KIEV, Ukraine — A top Ukrainian official warned Saturday that European
now inside Oakhill
now inside Oakhill Mahoning County coroner’s office, basement morgue and third-floor offices; six
Ohio eliminates attorney general lobbyist job
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Ohio Attorney General’s office has eliminated a lobbying position in Washington
Obama’s silence on Gaza irks many Arabs
BEIRUT — President-elect Barack Obama’s silence on the weeklong conflict in Gaza is drawing
BLOGGING IT
BLOGGING IT At the inauguration Follow Kirsten Midgely’s experience traveling to Washington,
Congress to begin work on stimulus
President-elect Obama will meet with congressional leaders Monday. WASHINGTON — The 111th
PROJECT ARCHITECT: Architect Tracie A. Kaglic of Olsavsky-Jaminet Architects of Youngstown shows off
PROJECT ARCHITECT: Architect Tracie A. Kaglic of Olsavsky-Jaminet Architects of Youngstown shows off
Recession will worsen greatly this year, economists warn
Above all else, don’t take on new debt early this year, analysts warn. WASHINGTON — The economy
U.S. troops return to Iraq, fueled with new optimism
NINEVAH PROVINCE, Iraq — The violence of his past deployments in Iraq still haunts Daniel Clemons, a
Fiesta Bowl matches teams with similar backgrounds
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Mack Brown and Jim Tressel struck up a conversation on the Ohio Stadium
U.S. keeps blame centered on Hamas
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Bush administration on Saturday put blame for the more than week-old onslaught
HANDS ON Volunteering
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, formerly known as Volunteer Services Agency, a United Way
The costs of bargain basement publishing
So what’s it worth to you — in dollars and cents — to retire to a comfy chair with a book with pages
TEAMS
TEAMS Bell-Wick Thursday Night Gadabouts — Doughton’s Gals won first half with Sally Erb, Jodi
Israel starts attacks on ground in Gaza
Nearly 500 Palestinians have been killed in the weeklong offensive. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) —
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN A suspicious Dr. Sinclair sedated Aidan, who later discovered that the medic has
Unbeaten Harding tops Massillon
MASSILLON — The Warren Harding High boys basketball team rolled to a 30-15 halftime lead in
Book explores 200 years of NYC’s fictional demise
“The City’s End: Two Centuries of Fantasies, Fears, and Premonitions of New York’s Destruction” by
Publishers weekly best-sellers \ For the week ending December 27, 2008
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Scarpetta” by Patricia Cornwell (Putnam) 2. “Cross Country” by James
Mayor’s Community Foundation Beneficiaries
The $50-per-person black-tie party Saturday night at Stambaugh Auditorium supported the Mayor’s
STATE OF THE CITY
Youngstown’s Mayor Williams outlines 2009 priorities The mayor will seek re-election, but, this
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Roth Brothers — 13-year old Babe Ruth team has tryouts on Sundays. Call (330) 727-2213.
nfl preview Today’s games
BALTIMORE (11-5) at MIAMI (11-5) Game time: 1 p.m. TV: (27) (19) (2) Opening line: Ravens by 3.
Law of Unintended Consequences pertinent in our regulatory push
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Like pebbles tossed into ponds, important Supreme Court rulings radiate ripples of
HORIZON LEAGUE \ Saturday’s other games
Cleveland St. 53, Detroit 44 DETROIT — J’Nathan Bullock scored 12 points and Cleveland State held
High-flying Cards ground Falcons
Kurt Warner’s arm and Matt Ryan’s giveaways doomed Atlanta. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona
Steelers’ LeBeau feels much love
PITTSBURGH (AP) — NFL players make headlines for cursing a coach. Criticizing a coach. Calling out a
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary • A meeting of 1418 Auxiliary Seniors will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Oakview
Modern technology gives weddings a photo finish
Lights. Camera. Action. Go high-tech with all things new and now in wedding photos and videos. You
Jazz’s Haden returns to roots
NEW YORK — After a career on modern jazz’s cutting edge, bassist Charlie Haden acknowledges being
MAHONING VALLEY FOR CHANGE
MAHONING VALLEY FOR CHANGE Next meeting Mahoning Valley for Change is planning a service
Who: Kelly Pavlik (34-1, 30 KOs) vs. Marco Antonio Rubio (43-4-1, 37 KOs) What: WBC and WBO
Who: Kelly Pavlik (34-1, 30 KOs) vs. Marco Antonio Rubio (43-4-1, 37 KOs) What: WBC and WBO
Woman killed; 4-year-old son left at rest area
DAYTON (AP) — A 4-year-old boy abandoned at a highway rest stop told police someone killed his
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Board of Trustees, 7 p.m., township building. Hubbard City Council, 8
Pins lead Canfield wrestlers to win
The Cardinals defeated the Boardman Spartans, 42-25, in a dual meet. BOARDMAN — For the
If you’re quitting Here are some tips
Breaking a nicotine habit is hard, but there are small ways to make it easier. Take it a day at a
Reeling Penguins boil over
Captain Sidney Crosby used his fists to express his frustration in a 6-1 loss. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
Browns waiting; Mangini tops list
The fired Jets coach impressed owner Randy Lerner. A hectic week in the search for a new
Black discovers his country music DNA
NEW YORK — Jack Black may have been schooled in rock, but now he’d like to sing at the Grand Ole
Poland Masonic Lodge installs slate of officers
POLAND — James S. Daley of Boardman was installed as worshipful master of Poland Masonic Lodge 766,
Buckeyes lose composure, then lose game to Gophers
Big Ten Basketball MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — This is the way coach Tubby Smith wanted Minnesota to
GARDEN CLUBS
mondaY • Woodland will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the senior citizens room at the post office
Murder victim’s son to be a judge
He wouldn’t answer a question about his views on the death penalty. CLEVELAND (AP) — Brendan
INTERIOR DEMOLITION: Old ceilings and walls are being removed as renovations for the Mahoning County
INTERIOR DEMOLITION: Old ceilings and walls are being removed as renovations for the Mahoning County
Sleep medication brings odd behavior
Q. Ambien made me sleepwalk, sleep-eat and sleep-drive! I would wake up with food in my bed, not
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jerry D. Ladd Jr., 32, of 112 Westgate Drive, Newton Falls,
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Lakeisha Carter and Marcus Rutledge of Youngstown, girl,
Obamas start new life in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON — When the Obamas check in to the historic Hay-Adams hotel in Washington, their home
The personal side of George W. Bush
WASHINGTON (AP) — President George W. Bush will be judged on what he did. He will also be remembered
WETTEST YEARS
WETTEST YEARS In the Valley Last year was a wet one, No. 9 in the Mahoning Valley in terms of
March for Gaza
March for Gaza YOUNGSTOWN — The Coalition for Peace in the Middle East will conduct a march from
Ohio law Smoking in prisons
What Ohio law says about smoking in prisons: No smoking or other tobacco use allowed inside or
Car batteries tied to Senegal deaths
THIAROYE SUR MER, Senegal (AP) — First, it took the animals. Goats fell silent and refused to stand
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo WORKING IN THE RAIN: 2008 was the ninth-wettest in the Mahoning Valley’s
Tenants sing praises of Oakhill Renaissance Place
Tenants sing praises of Oakhill Renaissance Place Oakhill Renaissance Place is a work in
Mooney’s Simon helps East win
Cardinal Mooney senior John Simon is used to playing against some of Ohio’s best players during the
IRS demands, returns cents
DETROIT (AP) — James Howarth is a little confused by two letters he has received from the Internal
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Tuesday — Women’s basketball at Butler, 7 p.m. Thursday — Men’s basketball vs.
Cold shooting dooms YSU women as Valparaiso cruises to 86-43 win
VALPARAISO, Ind. — Valparaiso shot 51.8 percent while holding the Youngstown State women’s
Man’s last lottery ticket wins $10M for widow
DANBURY, Conn. (AP) — On the day that Donald Peters died, he unknowingly provided financial security
Jerry Mariotti’s breaks Boardman Lanes record
Once Jerry Mariotti found his mark, he made his mark. The 26-year-old Austintown resident produced
Frost tips
Frost tips Protect your yard Frosty nights and mornings are upon us. Here are tips to protect
Phantoms rally for 20th win, overcome Traverse City, 5-3
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Trailing 3-1 entering Saturday’s third period, the Mahoning Valley Phantoms
Health care careers
Health care careers WARREN — Area residents interested in pursuing a career in health care may
Winter wildlife viewing abounds
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — We were expecting to see plenty of wildlife on a winter
LAMP: Pilgrims are painted inside the glass shade on this 243‚Ñ4-inch-high Pairpoint
LAMP: Pilgrims are painted inside the glass shade on this 243‚Ñ4-inch-high Pairpoint lamp. It sold
girls basketball Saturday’s games
Springfield 65, Chaney 57 YOUNGSTOWN — Andria Lyons had 21 points and four steals, Rachel Kennedy
Valley sloshed through heavy rain, snow in ’08
Last year was the ninth- wettest in the past 112 years in the Mahoning Valley. YOUNGSTOWN —
Before ‘I do,’ DIYers can say ‘I did’
McClatchy Tribune DOING A FAVOR: Kim Van Gordon works on wedding favors in her Chicago home. Van
Gadget racket threatens pulsar research
GREEN BANK, W.Va. — Of all the threats to scientific research Wesley Sizemore has stymied over the
feng shui
feng shui Do’s and don’ts Do’s Keep your home clutter-free but don’t obsess about it. Bottom
Hostel bookings increase
Hostel bookings increase Hostel bookings by North Americans increased 20 percent in 2008 on
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Q. I am receiving Social Security disability benefits. Will my benefits be affected if I work and
Q. I am receiving Social Security disability benefits. Will my benefits be affected if I work and
Glass-shaded lamps became status symbols
terry kovel \ Antiques and collecting Electric lamps with glass shades were popular from the 1870s
hBig and small ways to save energy
hBig and small ways to save energy Serious energy savers and casual cost-cutters can both find
THE FLOW OF HISTORY
Expert says feng shui plays role in success, failure The Chinese practice is all about arrangement
AMERICAN HISTORY \ Feng shui edition Feng shui expert Monica Hess analyzes three great American homes:
Mount Vernon “George Washington’s home at Mount Vernon supported him in his climb to the top.
Prices for flat screens will stay stable
Don’t fret if there wasn’t an HDTV under your tree. (Let’s pretend it would have fit.) If you were
THE CHAMPAGNE OF BUSINESSWOMEN
The tales of two women ahead of their times Before the glass ceiling, there was one clearer
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK 9 3 uK Q 6 4 vK 10 8 7 5 w4 WEST EAST x5 4 xA Q
Ocarina makes beautiful music on an iPhone
We live in interesting times, especially when it comes to technology. I can’t wait to see what’s in
Yellowstone has stars in gray wolves
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. — It is a sunny winter afternoon, and Simond Raymond has a problem.
‘GoodQuest’ ties online mazes to charity
‘GoodQuest’ ties online mazes to charity ATLANTA — If kids are playing video games, why not do
Advice on snow shovels: Dig it?
If the first snows of winter have left you aching and sore, you might want to brush up on your snow-
Kalahari Resort adds entertainment features
Kalahari Resort adds entertainment features WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — A six-story Ferris wheel,
Paint’s effective to freshen room
Tough economic times may have put many a home renovation on the chopping block. But don’t hang up
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
“Confessions of a Teen Idol” (8 p.m., VH1): Ah, the celebrity, the money, the parties;
“Confessions of a Teen Idol” (8 p.m., VH1): Ah, the celebrity, the money, the parties; if only they
Hoffman, Hopper among Critics’ Choice presenters
Hoffman, Hopper among Critics’ Choice presenters LOS ANGELES — Dustin Hoffman, Dennis Hopper,
‘Startin’ Fires’
‘Startin’ Fires’ Blake Shelton (Warner Bros.) Grade: C “I was green before green was a thing,”
Joy to the WORLD
As we move into the new year, it’s easy to forget some of the great moments from the last one.
Poetry organization receives $2 million grant
Poetry organization receives $2 million grant NEW YORK — Poets & Writers, a nonprofit literary
Sing in new year with games
Thanks to the current wave of musical games, you can have your guests singing all night long. For
Saying goodbye to some famous names
Whether they made us laugh, made us think differently, were authors, scientists, entrepreneurs or
Prosecutor named to park board
The city prosecutor was one of 14 applicants for the board seat. YOUNGSTOWN — Jay Macejko,
State debates expanding tobacco ban in prisons
A proposal seeks to ban tobacco products in and out of prisons. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio is moving
‘Damages’ returns for a 2nd season
Patty Hewes (Glenn Close) will not be denied. After defeating billionaire Arthur Frobisher (Ted
Has this lonesome teen learned an old-school lesson?
Dear Annie: For two years, I attended a good all-girls Catholic high school. Because of my poor
SOCIETY DIGEST
Historical society will mark anniversary HUBBARD — When Hubbard Historical Society meets at 7:30
SENIOR MENU
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
New Orleans’ courtyard gardens stay lush in winter
NEW ORLEANS — Chances are that one day this winter, while much of the country is hunkered down
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Thaddeus L. Banks Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
Wisconsin slips past Penn State
The Badgers have won nine straight over the Lions. MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Bo Ryan
MERCER COUNTY \ Court action
The following people were sentenced last week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court. According to
Today is Sunday, Jan. 4, the fourth day of 2009. There are 361 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Sunday, Jan. 4, the fourth day of 2009. There are 361 days left in the year. On this date
No. 3 Pittsburgh tops Georgetown in Big East clash
WASHINGTON — DeJuan Blair had 20 points and 17 rebounds, and No. 3 Pittsburgh never trailed in
UConn romps over Buffalo in Canadian contest
TORONTO (AP) — Donald Brown and a stout defense helped the Connecticut Huskies overcome a fumble-
Parents announce date for Sich, Burnett wedding
• The engagement of Carolyn Sich and Anthony Burnett, both of 1808 Wampum Drive, Youngstown, and
TODAY
TODAY 9 a.m. (FSN Ohio) College basketball: “Buckeye Basketball Weekly.” 11 a.m. (ESPN) “Sunday
San Diego rallies to beat Indianapolis in OT, 23-17
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Peyton Manning has his MVP award and nothing more, outdone again in January by the
area colleges \ Saturday’s games
MEN Westminster 63, Washington & Jefferson 54 WASHINGTON, Pa. — The Titans (2-11, 2-1
U.S. enlists help of cows to beef up dairy diplomacy
AL-ANBAR PROVINCE, Iraq — As U.S. forces work to revive Iraq’s tattered farming economy, they seem
City explores plan to reduce ambulance rides
CINCINNATI (AP) — A city council committee in Cincinnati is proposing that the city reduce
Volunteer orientation will begin at hospital
Hospital volunteers can assist in a variety of ways. ALLIANCE — Alliance Community Hospital’s
8 apply for vacant seat on Niles school board
The school board will choose the replacement during a special meeting Thursday. NILES — Eight
COLLEGE HOOPS \ Saturday’s Ohio games
No. 22 Xavier 84, Virginia 70 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — B.J. Raymond scored 24 points and hit four of
Mace-Robson engagement is being announced
• JOHNSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Stiers, 3090 Johnstown-Utica Road, are announcing the engagement
Expect a winner soon in Minn. race
Franken has gained ground. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — This coming week, Minnesota’s Canvassing Board will
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY • M.B.’s Golden Stars, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at 7:30 p.m.
WAY FINDER: Visitor-friendly directional signs point the way to various locations at Oakhill
WAY FINDER: Visitor-friendly directional signs point the way to various locations at Oakhill