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Mercer County workers get 3 percent raise
MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County commissioners extended a 3 percent pay raise to some county employees.
YSU women lose league contest
YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU women’s basketball team battled couldn’t finish strong enough as it suffered a
YSU men rally for victory
YOUNGSTOWN — Down by as much as 13 points in Thursday’s first half, the Youngstown State men’s
Decision on new water meter readers headed to Girard ballot
GIRARD — Mayor James Melfi feels a referendum to place the purchase of remotely-read water meters on
Niles has program to help residents save homes from foreclosure
NILES — A number of Niles residents may save their homes from foreclosure with the help of a state
Ohio’s education chancellor won’t probe YSU employee contract
YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio’s chancellor of higher education won’t be launching his own investigation into
Boardman man charged with selling alcohol to a minor
YOUNGSTOWN — Members of the Vice Squad arrested Aleze Jamil at the Belmont Drive Thru and charged
Farmers National acquires Butler Wick Trust
Farmers National Bank took the first step in a growth plan by acquiring a local trust company that
Unregistered sex offender in Sharon arrested twice Wednesday
SHARON, Pa. — Police are notifying the community of a sex offender who’s moved to the city after
Judge orders Youngstown bar locked for illegal alcohol sales
YOUNGSTOWN — A lower Belmont Avenue bar that catered to young adults has been padlocked and boarded
Man jailed for shooting a woman in her New Castle apartment
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A man was in the Lawrence County jail today on $250,000 bond in the shooting of a
Box-glued dog gets adopted
YOUNGSTOWN — The little black Shih Tzu who had a box glued on his head last week has been adopted.
Session supporting Israel is tonight
YOUNGSTOWN — As a part of the National Week of Solidarity, the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is
New vehicle sales continue to dip locally
New vehicle sales in the Mahoning Valley dipped even lower in December. Area dealers sold 1,344
New Castle changes its recycling collection schedule
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Mayor Anthony Mastrangelo announced a new recycling schedule for city residents
Wheeling hockey team won’t be coming to Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — Any hope of bringing the Wheeling [W.Va.] Nailers hockey team to the Chevrolet Centre
Jason Kirkpatrick gets nine-year prison term for probation violation
WARREN — Jason Kirkpatrick, 29, a Warren man convicted of committing a host of burglaries across
Missing Youngstown woman found in New York City
YOUNGSTOWN — A 22-year-old new mother who had been missing from her South Side home about a month
Farmers National Bank buys Butler Wick Trust Co.
Today, Famers National Bank entered into a stock purchase agreement to acquire Butler Wick Trust Co.
Divorce and bereavement support scheduled
Breakfast at church NEW WATERFORD — A public sausage, egg and pancake breakfast will be served
Wanted: minor league hockey
A decision on joining the ECHL must be made by Jan. 21. YOUNGSTOWN — City officials and the
Unbeaten Howland rolls to ninth win
STRUTHERS — The Howland High girls basketball squad was a hot team on a cold night Wednesday,
Danilov-coached Memorial team is God-fearing squad
The Red Devils have played several national powerhouses, but they’re not done yet — the mightiest
Turning Tech layoff hits 31
The company saw a profitable year though corporate sales fell. YOUNGS-TOWN — The region’s
Phantoms welcome an ailing Machine
The first-place Phantoms have two home games this weekend. YOUNGSTOWN — At first glance, the
City workers giving back excess pay
The Hubbard auditor says the mistake won’t happen again. HUBBARD — The city has been
Leetonia, Lakeview cruise
The Bears defeated Lowellville while the Bulldogs downed Champion at the Chevrolet Centre.
Be Valley’s biggest loser
The hungry will benefit from every pound participants lose in the Pound for Pound Challenge.
Icy roads take toll in rush hour
One Trumbull County salt truck had to have a police escort so it could make it out to treat county
Mayor proceeds with fiscal caution, optimism
The mayor said there will be bright spots for the city this year. GIRARD — Mayor James Melfi
Broadway options continue with “Rent” temporarily residing at the Palace Theatre in
Broadway options continue with “Rent” temporarily residing at the Palace Theatre in Cleveland and
County GOP sets meeting
County GOP sets meeting WARREN — The Trumbull County Republican Party will have its monthly
• Jay and Kimberly (Davis) Hash, 3770 Villa Rosa Drive, Canfield, announce the birth of their
• Jay and Kimberly (Davis) Hash, 3770 Villa Rosa Drive, Canfield, announce the birth of their first
Pushing housing aid plan
Pushing housing aid plan WASHINGTON — With lawmakers angling to pass an economic recovery package
Youngstown documentary heading to film festivals
Youngstown documentary heading to film festivals A documentary about Youngstown being made by
Ice cream vendor churns out funds for Easter Seals
FRIENDLY HELP The program offers a treat for all. YOUNGSTOWN — She may not scream for ice
Sooners, Gators are set to settle college football’s Number One dispute
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Bob Stoops posed next to the crystal football and played along with a
Grandma shows favoritism for boyfriend’s perverted son
Dear Annie: I am 31 years old and divorced with two kids. My mom has always been supportive. She
Unsung linebackers OK with teammates’ acclaim
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Call them the other guys. James Harrison and Troy Polamalu are the name players,
if you go
if you go Who: Lisa Lampanelli When: 8 p.m. Friday; 7 and 10:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Byham
‘Bride Wars’: Problem is in the perspective
The big problem with the romantic comedy “Bride Wars” seems as plain as the opening credits. This
Howland falls; unbeaten McDonald romps
HOWLAND — Lou Link scored 20 points and Gino Netorian netted 20 Wednesday to lead the West Geauga
Assault, imprisonment charges dropped
SHARON, Pa. — Charges of aggravated assault and false imprisonment against a city man have been
‘Dark Knight’ sweeps People’s Choice Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Holy, People’s Choice Awards, Batman! “The Dark Knight” soared away with every
Corporate worries send stocks plunging
An analyst says the Dow’s recent upward trend can survive Wednesday’s drop. NEW YORK (AP) — A
Missing woman sought
Missing woman sought YOUNGS-TOWN — Help is needed to locate 22-year-old Amesha Lewis, a new mother
Chrysler: A lost cause?
An electric car is planned for 2010, but the company could fail before then. DETROIT (AP) — Even
Obama wax figure will be free for Yanks
Obama wax figure will be free for Yanks LONDON — Stuck in Britain on Inauguration Day? Madame
Keach works to capture Richard Nixon’s character
When Stacie Keach began studying the role of Richard Nixon for the national touring production of
Bush optimistic about the Mideast
Opinion: Entering the West Wing reception area for my last interview with President George W. Bush is a
‘Not Easily Broken’ needs a script fix
It’s a familiar story that lacks ambition. “Not Easily Broken” is a marriage-in-crisis
Many swear by homemade cures for smelly feet
Q. My 17-year-old granddaughter has smelly feet. My son uses strong medicine from a podiatrist,
RATES \ Certificates of deposit
RATES \ Certificates of deposit The annual percentage yield as of Jan. 7. All yields given in
Job losses will persist as economy spirals downward
Companies have no reasons to begin hiring, an economist said. WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans probably
Count on Dems to go on spending spree
Opinion: Two centuries ago, when there were plans to create a huge fund of money to pay off Britain’s
Today is Thursday, Jan. 8, the eighth day of 2009. There are 357 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Jan. 8, the eighth day of 2009. There are 357 days left in the year. On this date
Place the blame on Hamas
Opinion: Place the blame on Hamas EDITOR I would like to respond to a letter published on January 5th,
Clint Eastwood is at home in driver's seat of 'Gran Torino'
Harry Callahan would respect Walt Kowalski. Both men look at life through eyes narrowed in
Cones for Kids
Cones for Kids How it works Stop in at a Friendly’s restaurant. Donate $1 and receive six
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow kUpNext: Bigger, badder, faster: Are you ready for the next generation of video
Broadway grosses, box office increased
NEW YORK (AP) — An industry trade association says overall Broadway grosses and attendance in 2008
Should ’09 be the year to embrace our slugs?
Opinion: “Nice job kicking a guy when he’s down!” “Why can’t you be more positive?” And then there’s this
Remember ‘duck and cover’?
Opinion: Remember ‘duck and cover’? EDITOR: When “remembering Youngstown” there is a time span that is
‘GRAN TORINO’
‘GRAN TORINO’ Grade: B Director: Clint Eastwood Rating: R for language throughout, and some
Toll increases
Toll increases Pa. Turnpike, main line Tolls have gone up 25 percent for cars and trucks that
‘BRIDE WARS’
‘BRIDE WARS’ Grade: D Director: Gary Winick Running time: 1 hour, 29 minutes Rating: PG for
‘NOT EASILY BROKEN’
‘NOT EASILY BROKEN’ Grade: C- Director: Bill Duke Running time: 1 hour, 36 minutes Rating:
Average rating would be too good for president
Opinion: The first time I met George W. Bush, and the only time I talked to him one-on-one, was in 1993, the
POUND FOR POUND | Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley joined forces with Feeding America, General Mills
Obama targets Social Security, Medicare
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pointing with concern to “red ink as far as the eye can see,” President-elect
Strickland: Don’t raise fuel tax now
The report suggested adding a 13-cent-a-gallon gas tax. COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland said he
Comic Lampanelli is no queen of mean
Don’t take her insults personally. “Insult comic” Lisa Lampanelli is often compared to Don
Judge denies inmate release
A man sent to prison for reckless homicide will stay there. YOUNGSTOWN — A Liberty Road man
Democrats retreat on Burris
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats beat a hasty retreat Wednesday from their rejection of Roland
Juvenile diversion program’s end leaves school officials worried
The loss of the diversion program means one less option for troubled teens. HOWLAND — School
Mangini is Lerner’s next man
The fired Jets coach will be introduced today as the new Browns head coach. CLEVELAND (AP) — Eric
“We may be crazy in Pakistan, but not completely out of our minds. We know full well that
Opinion: “We may be crazy in Pakistan, but not completely out of our minds. We know full well that terror is
Focusing on safety at NASA
Miami Herald: The new report from NASA on the February 2003 Columbia disaster has produced 30
Pa. Turnpike takes its toll: Travel cost rises 25%
It’s costing a lot more to keep on trucking. Are you planning a ski trip out to Seven
Officers get safe-driving awards
A lieutenant was recognized for 31 years of accident-free driving. BOARDMAN — The men and women
The following legislation was signed into law this week by Gov. Ted Strickland or is being
The following legislation was signed into law this week by Gov. Ted Strickland or is being
Auditions - Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Smokey Joe’s Cafe.” Fairview Arts & Outreach Center, 4220 Youngstown-Poland Road,
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
Submit a song to Queen Latifah
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Queen Latifah, host of the People’s Choice Awards, is bringing new meaning to
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Some movies to look for in 2009
Some of the top franchises will make returns this year. So you’ve caught all the big movie
After lull, fighting in Gaza rages on
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel resumed its Gaza offensive Wednesday, bombing heavily around
Hispanic day links parents, teachers, kids
Parents were invited to dine with teachers in a potluck lunch to celebrate Three Kings Day.
Reception for art show will include music and children’s activities
NILES — The Art Outreach Gallery in the Eastwood Mall will have a closing reception for the
Suede Brothers goes for a warmer sound
Soft and subtle like the leather its band is named after, Cleveland rock-blues act the Suede
Driver pleads innocent to hit-and-run charges
A woman was walking from a convenience store with her daughter when she was hit. WARREN — A 27-
Governor stands by project postponement
The governor thinks $240 million in public works projects is enough. COLUMBUS — Despite
Mayor prioritizes continued fiscal responsibility
Cooperation between the village and its schools is key to village success, leaders said.
Check out movies on tap in 2009
Check out movies on tap in 2009 kThe Vindicator offers a look at some of the movies that may have
Scheyer and Singler lead Duke past Davidson, 79-67
DURHAM, N.C. — Jon Scheyer and Kyle Singler scored 22 points apiece and No. 2 Duke held off a late
Jackson-Milton’s Pizzuto holds off flu for mat victory
BROOKFIELD — Sick as a dog — that’s the best way to describe how Jackson-Milton wrestler Santino
Cleveland clobbers Charlotte
CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James and a few of his teammates hung around after their postgame showers
U.S. officials seek source of salmonella outbreak; Ohio adds case
Federal officials are looking for the source of a salmonella outbreak that has sickened people in 42
Tisone becomes police chief at a crucial time in Liberty
Editorial: When Capt. Richard Tisone began serving as acting police chief in Liberty Township seven months ago,
Nissan recalls thousands in cold states to fix glitch
Nissan recalls thousands in cold states to fix glitch WASHINGTON — Nissan Motor Co. is recalling
Winds of change beginning to stir in Cuba
Opinion: WASHINGTON — World history is filled with dramatic, often heartbreaking and occasionally redemptive
People’s Choice Awards List of winners
A complete list of winners at the 35th annual People’s Choice Awards: Movie: “The Dark Knight”
BOYS BASKETBALL wednesday’s scores area
BOYS BASKETBALL wednesday’s scores area Leetonia 62, Lowellville 45 Lakeview 64, Champion 43
Unless there are jobs, welfare reform fails
Opinion: While the meltdown in financial markets has shrunk the wealth of people at the top of the income
Oil prices drop below $43 a barrel
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Energy prices plunged across the board Wednesday, giving up a week of gains
Owner of Tribune Company makes pirates look good
Opinion: The difference between pirate captains of old and modern-day corporate bosses is that pirates had
Rep. LaTourette named to powerful committee
John Boccieri, the area’s freshman congressman, was named to one committee LaTourette left.
BRIDGETT FORD | JASON SAVAGE
BRIDGETT FORD JASON SAVAGE CANTON — Living at 4229 Rush Blvd., Youngstown, since their Oct. 4
MEGHANN GAULT | JOE FLYNN III
MEGHANN GAULT JOE FLYNN III HUBBARD — Meghann Theresa Gault, a daughter of Glenn and Rosalyn Gault
HEIDI KANEY | JEFFREY DOINOFF
HEIDI KANEY JEFFREY DOINOFF GEYSERVILLE, Calif. — Trentadue Winery was the setting for an outdoor
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Matthew and Stefanie A. Longenberg, Warren, girl, Jan.
Old-eyeglass donations will make a visionary gift
Dear Heloise: I have been cleaning and found 11 pairs of old eyeglasses, and I understand you have
Panel awards Oakhill roof contract
A new energy-saving heating system is being considered for Oakhill. YOUNGSTOWN — The
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