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Talks continue on minor league hockey for Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — City officials and the owner of the Mahoning Valley Phantoms are negotiating to bring
Youngstown Council recommends abatement for City Printing
YOUNGSTOWN — City council recommended a tax abatement today for a commercial printing company to
Howland Twp. juvenile diversion program ends
HOWLAND — School officials say the end of Howland Township’s juvenile diversion program could lead
Hubbard officials repaying extra pay check
HUBBARD — The city has been reimbursed most of the money overpaid to some employees as the result of
Browns, Mangini agree to terms
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns have agreed to hire Eric Mangini as their head coach. Mangini,
No early release for man jailed for gun battle
YOUNGSTOWN — A Liberty Road man sentenced to five years in prison in April 2007 for his role in a
Warren man charged in hit-and-run
WARREN — A 27-year-old city man pleaded innocent to aggravated vehicular assault and failure to stop
More reservists will deploy Friday
VIENNA — Approximately 85 Air Force Reservists from the 910th Airlift Wing are scheduled to deploy
Televisions stolen from South Side bar
YOUNGSTOWN — The owner of Utopia Bar on East Midlothian Boulevard gave police the names of four men
Reservist enjoys his time in the military
CANFIELD — Air Force Reserve M/Sgt. John Geiss gave his wife, Peggy, a horse and a bunch of projects
Turning Technologies furloughs 31
YOUNGSTOWN — The region’s hottest company has been cooled off by the recession. Turning
Campbell man robbed on Youngstown’s South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — A Campbell man who stopped at a red light on South Avenue near Pyatt Street on the
Fire symposium set Sunday in Boardman
BOARDMAN — The Mahoning County Fire Chiefs Association will conduct its 11th fire symposium Sunday
Feds start wait list for DTV converter box coupons
Feds start wait list for DTV converter box coupons
Novak to head East Palestine school board
EAST PALESTINE — The board of education named new officers at its annual reorganization meeting
Parenting and social skills program planned in Warren
WARREN — For the second year, Homes For Kids, Valley Counseling Services Inc. and TCAP Head Start
Police seek help locating missing woman
YOUNGSTOWN — Your help is needed to locate 22-year-old Amesha Lewis, a new mother who is off her
Trumbull County GOP monthly breakfast is Saturday
WARREN — The Trumbull County Republican Party will have its monthly breakfast meeting at 9 a.m.
Rev. Dr. John F. Newby Jr. will speak at MLK program in Warren
WARREN — The Rev. Dr. John F. Newby Jr., pastor of Grace African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1137
Bridal extravaganza at Eastwood Mall
Bridal extravaganza at Eastwood Mall NILES — A fashion show of the latest bridal gowns,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, kitchen is open to the public
Hot item: Pavlik fight tickets
With floor seating, there will be room for 7,000 spectators. YOUNGSTOWN — They’re the hottest
Mineral Ridge’s Leigh set for Gators
Florida and Oklahoma, are coached by Urban Meyer of Ashtabula and Bob Stoops of Youngstown ,
Indians sign Carl Pavano to one-year, $1.5 million contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians and free-agent pitcher Carl Pavano, a four-year bust with the
Bickley resigns position at YSU
A computer was reportedly stolen from Bickley’s office before he quit his job. YOUNGS-TOWN —
Casey Carroll finds path to production
His career-high, 28-point contribution helped Canfield beat Boardman, 72-53. CANFIELD —
Proposed annexation stirs township
If the plan continues, the township will dissolve, the trustee chairman says. CANFIELD — The
YEC dean takes Turning Technologies post
The principal of Athena school will serve as interim dean for the rest of the year. YOUNGSTOWN
Questions abound for better Buckeyes
Ohio State gained a little respect against Texas but are facing a lot of losses in the offseason.
’08 income tax revenue on par with ’07 in Warren
WARREN — As it turns out, the bigger drop in Warren’s income tax revenue occurred in 2007, not in
Accused pleads innocent in death
Bond has been set at $1 million for the man charged in the homicide. WARREN — Officials aren’t
TRADEMARK TRAFICANT
Shirt sales reflect Jimbo supporters to a tee The shop also has hoodies bearing the likeness of
Peanut sauce accents fish
A good and good-for-you meal of snow peas and rice and Mahi Mahi is completed in minutes.
Make slow food fast
Follow these pointers to get the most out of your slow cooker. If you’ve been slow to warm up
Sales tax Local collections
Sales tax Local collections Sales tax collections for local Ohio counties in October, compared
‘Crab dribble’ is NBA anomaly
Because of his special move, LeBron James feels he should be entitled to two steps. INDEPENDENCE
Blessing of the Water includes prayer for everyone in the Valley
The prayer service relates to the baptism of Jesus and the spiritual promised land. YOUNGSTOWN
Liberty trustees appoint new police chief
Township officials say Liberty’s new police chief is a good fit. LIBERTY — Township trustees
nhl roundup Tuesday’s other games
Wild 1, Bruins 0 BOSTON — Niklas Backstrom stopped 28 shots for his second straight shutout and
Egypt after Mubarak is a dice roll
Opinion: Egyptian strongman Hosni Mubarak’s “emergency rule” is deep into its third decade, with modernizing
More jobs at risk, reports show
WASHINGTON (AP) — Anyone looking for a bright spot in the recession might have pointed to a reading
Israeli and Hamas fight is a battle for Middle East
CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Israel’s fight with Hamas in Gaza, like the war with Hezbollah in Lebanon two
What should you do about old canned goods?
Dear Heloise: I’m sure you have addressed this question many times, but I have missed the answers.
“All we can do is take clothes to each other to keep ourselves warm and pray to God that if we
Opinion: “All we can do is take clothes to each other to keep ourselves warm and pray to God that if we die,
Dinner from what’s handy
Take a deep breath. We’re winding down from the holidays, and easy is the key word. So grab whatever
Get a jolt of delicious nutrition from ingredients in this salad
These days frugal cooks are “upcycling” those odd, edible bits lurking in the corners of their
Hearty soup uses beef, barley
This easy slow cooker-friendly beef and barley soup takes just 15 minutes of prep, then can be
Actors sought for film starring Swank
Actors and actresses are being sought for “Betty Ann Waters,” a feature film starring Hillary Swank
Slow-cooker dish incorporates fish
Slow-cooker dish incorporates fish Seafood generally isn’t slow-cooker friendly. When cooked
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships: BOARDMAN Jan. 2 Theft:
SEC under the microscope
Editorial: SEC under the microscope The dramatic failure of the Securities and Exchange Commission to perform
Prosecutors oppose Polanski bid for rape dismissal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Roman Polanski’s bid to have a three-decade-old rape charge against him dismissed
It’s a good plan, but it falls short
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Nobody needs to be told that our economy is going down the tubes at a rate unseen for
For some upscale malls, art is in the right place
McClatchy Tribune HOLLYWOOD ALLURE: The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach, Fla., hosts “Cinematic
Job-creation won’t end recession
Opinion: OXFORD, Miss. — President-elect Barack Obama has announced plans for a new stimulus package
Governors, mayors are acting like pigs
Opinion: Like pigs waiting in line to get their snouts in the feeding trough, come many of the nation’s
Business Incubator is a miracle on Federal Plaza
Opinion: Business Incubator is a miracle on Federal Plaza EDITOR: Early in 2008 I had the privilege and
Iraq looms as early challenge for Obama
Opinion: Dear President-elect Obama: Among the first challenges you’ll face when you take office is how to
Another flight added at airport
VIENNA — Allegiant Air, the Las Vegas-based airline providing flights between the Youngstown-Warren
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 7, the seventh day of 2009. There are 358 days left in the year. On this
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 7, the seventh day of 2009. There are 358 days left in the year. On this
Apple cuts copy protection, prices on iTunes
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple Inc. is cutting the price of some songs in its market-leading iTunes
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua E. Berg, 23, of 4106 New Road, Austintown, and Erica L.
Church robbed in Austintown
AUSTINTOWN — A theft at Crossroads Church marks the sixth break-in at township churches in recent
Mercedes-Benz fined $28.9M for violations
Mercedes-Benz fined $28.9M for violations WASHINGTON — Mercedes-Benz’s U.S. division paid a $28.9
Lake Glacier hosts Blessing of Water
Lake Glacier hosts Blessing of Water kWater references such as “the clouds refresh humanity,”
Another loss
Another loss After a hot start to the season, the Ohio State men’s basketball team has lost three
IRS extends olive branch to struggling taxpayers
Tax agents will work with victims of the harsh economy, if they can demonstrate their inability to
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Howland Township Parks Commission, 5 p.m., 205 Niles-Cortland Road N.E. Newton
Bus vandalism leads to Southern Local closing
Bus vandalism leads to Southern Local closing SALINEVILLE — Vandals who slashed school bus tires
TREE RECYCLING
TREE RECYCLING Where to go The Mahoning County Recycling Division, better known as the Green
TODAY
TODAY 8:30 a.m. (STO) College basketball: “Viking Basketball Report.” 6:30 p.m. (WBCB) College
Airlines begin year with sales on fares, even June travel
Discount air fares are as low as $39. ATLANTA (AP) — A wave of fare sales has spread across the
Travolta’s family returns to U.S. with son’s remains
FREEPORT, Bahamas (AP) — Actor John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston have returned to Florida with
Local author wins 1st, 2nd in literary competition
CLEVELAND — Kelly Bancroft of Youngstown has won both the first- and second-place awards for
Judges oppose Trapp appointment
Dissent is normal in an appeals court but not comments about a fellow judge, Judge Trapp said.
Mideast conflict Chronology
Chronology of Israel’s relationship with Gaza: June 1967: Israel captures the Egyptian-controlled
Study: Stimulating brain effective in treating Parkinson’s
The procedure comes with a greater risk of certain side effects. CHICAGO — Patients with
Wednesday's Best Bets on TV
“13 — Fear Is Real” (8 p.m., The CW): This competition series has 13 contestants facing their fears,
‘Terminator’ forever
‘Terminator’ forever Los Angeles Times: Well, thank goodness. “The Terminator” has been selected
Winehouse drops appeal
Winehouse drops appeal OSLO, Norway — British singer Amy Winehouse dropped her appeal in a
Congress opens with call to fix ailing economy
Democrat Roland Burris was told his paperwork was not complete. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Capitol
Campbell car shop owner escapes injury in garage fire
CAMPBELL — A longtime business owner narrowly escaped injury in a Tuesday afternoon fire. Frank
Walk-on Rebillot proves his worth
Now a senior, he was discovered while playing a pickup basketball game. YOUNGSTOWN — When Zack
Softball team’s effort is onesies for the record
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State softball team continued its dedication to community outreach and
Steelers’ offense major concern
Pittsburgh hopes to get things going Sunday against the Chargers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh
Sen. Cafaro leads Dems
Sen. Cafaro leads Dems COLUMBUS — The Ohio Senate Democrats unanimously elected state Sen. Capri
Traficanti, Gallitto to be honored at Italian event
BOARDMAN — Anthony Traficanti and Robyn Gallitto will be honored at Tony Trolio’s Ciao Promotions’
INDIVIDUAL LEADERS
INDIVIDUAL LEADERS MEN Conference Overall School W L Pct W L Pct Milwaukee 4 0 1000 8 5
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Roth Brothers — 13-year old Babe Ruth team has tryouts on Sundays. Call (330) 727-2213.
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Saturday, Jan 10th. Divisional Round TENNESSEE3Baltimore
Record spike in oil prices could come as soon as ’10
Crude producers have been forced to pull back because of frozen credit markets. HOUSTON (AP) — All
College senior feels attraction to best friend
Dear Annie: I am a college senior set to marry in the spring after graduation. I have an absolutely
top 25 roundup \ Tuesday’s other games
MEN No. 5 Connecticut 61, West Virginia 55 MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Jeff Adrien scored 17 points to
Bowl system needs to be put out to pasture, detractors say
A trophy will be awarded to the champion after Thursday’s game, but disputation has already begun.
Ohio State smarting from Spartan surge
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan State made five 3-pointers in less than 3 minutes, making up for
Malkin rebounds as Penguins win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Petr Sykora ended Pittsburgh’s seven-game drought without a power-play goal while
Woodson, Smith highlight finalists
Former Steelers center Dermontti Dawson is also among the final 15. CANTON (AP) — Career sacks
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow kentertainment extra: A look ahead at movies coming to theaters in the first part
Sports digest
Area Tickets available NILES — Tickets for the Jan. 19 LaBrae-Niles basketball game at the
TUESDAY’S RESULTS
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Akron Garfield 84, Chaney 69 Youngstown Christian
Saints’ Drew Brees named NFL offensive player of year
Cleveland Browns owner Randy Lerner will interview Eagles GM Tom Heckert. NEW YORK (AP) — Drew
Man gets 7-14 years in prison for causing blast
The man was responsible for an explosion that destroyed nine homes. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A man who
Israel agrees to allow aid to specified areas of Gaza
An Israeli strike near a U.N. school killed at least 30, many of them children. JERUSALEM (AP) —
State grants to aid 3 districts’ STEM schooling
Youngstown, Liberty and Girard schools will benefit from the program. YOUNGSTOWN — Three local
Unemployed workers crash claims systems
Ohio’s Web site for filing claims is down, a spokesman said. ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Electronic
nba roundup \ Tuesday’s games
Bobcats 114, Celtics 106, OT CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Raymond Felton scored 25 points, rookie D.J.
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games San Antonio 91, Miami 84 New Jersey 98, Sacramento 90 Milwaukee 107, Toronto 97
Rain and ice bring rash of accidents
A mix of rain and ice made roads slick and caused hundreds of accidents in the area and all over
Governor vetoes bonus, election bills
COLUMBUS — As expected, Gov. Ted Strickland vetoed Republican-backed election reform and rainy-day
Al-Qaida leader criticizes Obama on Israeli offensive
Al-Qaida leader criticizes Obama on Israeli offensive CAIRO, Egypt — Al-Qaida’s No. 2 leader
Northfield Results
Northfield Results tuesday 1st—Lindy Claire (Wengerd)9.606.203.60 Ann Arbor (Miller)15.008.80
Boys basketball Tuesday’s other games
Youngstown Christian 64, Cardinal Mooney 61 YOUNGSTOWN — The Eagles built a 46-33 lead heading
Conklin, Wings blank ’Jackets
DETROIT (AP) — Ty Conklin made 23 saves for his eighth career shutout and Pavel Datsyuk had a goal
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