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Campbell school board reorganizes, sets its pay rate
CAMPBELL — James Cioffi and Tony Kelly were elected 2009 president and vice president, respectively,
Obama spurs unity dance
YOUNGSTOWN — Line dancers at the Jewish Community Center are used to dancing for exercise, but now they also dance for change and for unity.
Man accused of Austintown bank robbery held without bail
CLEVELAND (AP) — A federal magistrate has ordered a man suspected in a series of bank robberies,
Boardman-East girls game postponed
The girls basketball game, scheduled for tonight between Boardman and East, has been postponed
State police in New Castle continue search for woman bank robber
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — State Police here continue investigating a weekend bank robbery at First Merit
Man pleads guilty to killing his 15-month-old nephew
LISBON — An East Palestine man faces up to nine years in prison for the beating death of his 15-
Lawrence Co. D.A. will seek re-election this year
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County District Attorney John Bongivengo has announced he will seek re-
Robber crashes through window of house, demands pills
YOUNGSTOWN — A Lora Avenue woman told police that a masked man with a gun crashed through her front
Farrell police arrest Sharon man for Hermitage robbery
FARRELL, Pa. — Police have arrested a man for a robbery in Hermitage. Quentin Mathews, 27, of
KSU Trumbull offers college for free to people who lost jobs
WARREN — People who have lost their jobs due to the region’s current economic downturn can go to
Man in condemned house nabbed for pandering sexually oriented material
YOUNGSTOWN — An Arizona man who had been staying in a condemned house on the East Side is due in
Pavlik tickets sell in record time, but some remain
YOUNGSTOWN — The Feb. 21 Kelly Pavlik middleweight boxing title fight isn’t sold out yet, but more
Homestead exemption reminder for Howland seniors 65 and older
HOWLAND — Trustees are reminding township senior citizens of a program that can cut property taxes
Impact of GM cutbacks on paychecks remains unclear
General Motors is widely expected to continue slashing jobs but less clear is whether union workers’
Howland Christmas tree pickup and drop-off ends Friday
HOWLAND — Christmas tree pickup and drop-off service will continue in the township through Friday.
Ryan interested in Senate seat now held by Voinovich
YOUNGSTOWN — With U.S. Sen. George V. Voinovich announcing today that he won’t seek re-election next
Beaver school levy on special election ballot Feb. 3
LISBON — Supporters of a Beaver School District renewal tax levy on the Feb. 3 ballot are looking
Trumbull grand jury indicts Warren woman on abduction charges
WARREN — The Trumbull County grand jury indicted Michelle Enderton, the Warren woman charged with
FBI says violent crime in U.S. decreased last year
YOUNGSTOWN — The FBI said today that preliminary figures indicate that, as a whole, law enforcement
Boil-water advisory lifted for Mineral Ridge customers
MINERAL RIDGE — The Trumbull County Sanitary Engineer’s office has lifted the boil-water advisory
Traficant decides he won't come to CCA in March
YOUNGSTOWN — James A. Traficant Jr. will not leave federal prison and report to Community
Two crashes today near Market Street bridge due to icy conditions
YOUNGSTOWN — Two separate crashes near Woodland Avenue, close to the Market Street bridge, were
Three take a cold spill into Lake Newport
YOUNGSTOWN — Two teenage boys and a man who slipped through the ice at Lake Newport in Mill Creek
Austintown’s BMX star headed to Australia
Anthony Napolitan will compete on a dirt bike road trip this month. AUSTINTOWN — In a sense,
Vallos makes move into Seattle lineup
The Boardman native began on the practice squad, then started the last five games.
Tribe’s new spring training complex nearly completed
The new stadium in Arizona will be ready for the Feb. 12 opening practice session. GOODYEAR,
Phantoms lose 9-1 to Nationals
It was Mahoning Valley’s third game in three days and just ran out of gas. ANN ARBOR, Mich. —
YSU union challenges cut in pay to ACE chief
The classified employee union accuses the university of breach of contract. YOUNGSTOWN —
Kudos for the Cruze in Detroit
Analysts predict great things for the GM car The Cruze’s designer gave the car a sporty feel,
Volunteers give their all to assist victims of disaster
Red Cross Mahoning Chapter disaster services teams respond to about 100 fires a year. BOARDMAN
Local activist to receive award
Annie Hall of Youngstown has received dozens of awards for community service. YOUNGSTOWN —
Smith’s season down with Jets
The former Chaney High standout was surprised the team fired Eric Mangini.
On heels of snow, bitter cold to return
Get prepared now for a cold snap expected to hit by the middle of the week with lows dipping below
Model train show makes annual stop in Niles
More than 600 enthusiasts turned out for the Youngstown Model Railroad Association’s 2009 Winter
NE Ohio ranks high in number of people at headquarters
The Mahoning Valley has nearly 3,300 people employed at corporate headquarters. Northeast
Bank robbery probed
Bank robbery probed UNION, Pa. — A masked woman entered a township bank Saturday, claiming she was
Tillman leads Ohio past Kent
His free throws and dunk in the closing seconds held off the Flashes. ATHENS, Ohio — Jerome
On the heels of heavy snow, bitter subzero cold to return
Despite near-record snowfall that made driving treacherous in the Valley and throughout Northeast
Fergie, Duhamel wed
Fergie, Duhamel wed LOS ANGELES — The Dutchess is a bride. Her manager says Fergie and Josh
Penguins coaches move on
Youngstown State football coach Jon Heacock is in the middle of one of the busiest times for the
Today is Monday, Jan. 12, the 12th day of 2009. There are 353 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Monday, Jan. 12, the 12th day of 2009. There are 353 days left in the year. On this date in
northfield results
northfield results late saturday 7th—Rapport Han (Stahl)11.604.403.40 Rapid Dialing
Looking to refinance a mortgage? Expect lenders to put you on hold
WASHINGTON — Borrowers are rushing to refinance their mortgages at record low interest rates but
ON ICE THAT’S NICE
Skaters from region vie for honors A Canfield girl said the Skating Club of Greater Youngstown has
U.S. not ready for transition from analog to digital TV
Editorial: U.S. not ready for transition from analog to digital TV No matter how much lead time people are
GM looks to the future with fuel-efficient designs
A former Poland resident, director of design for E-Flex systems, is developing electric vehicles.
RARING TO MOW
Lawn mower training program to start despite criticism YOUNGSTOWN — The North Side Weed &
‘Slumdog Millionaire’ sweeps Golden Globes
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — “Slumdog Millionaire” lived up to its underdog theme at Sunday’s Golden
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Stambaugh Charter Academy school board, 6 p.m., 2420 Donald Ave., Youngstown.
Ban use of cell phones while driving, national group says
WASHINGTON (AP) — A national safety group is advocating a total ban on cell-phone use while driving,
Let technology help you get organized this year
NEW YORK — Need help getting organized in 2009? There are plenty of new tools to help, says
McNabb has Eagles flying
He led Philadelphia past the Giants and into the NFC title game next week. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.
READY FOR RELIEF: Steve Ilko
READY FOR RELIEF: Steve Ilko of Boardman stands next to a Chevrolet Blazer that serves as an
Joe the Plumber, war correspondent
SDEROT, Israel (AP) — Joe the Plumber has set aside his wrenches to become a rookie war
Israeli troops advance on Gaza City
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli ground forces made their deepest foray yet Sunday into Gaza’s
Children devastated by father’s betrayal
Dear Annie: My ex-husband was one of those who thought the grass was greener on the other side.
Serena forced to struggle in season’s debut
A missed call by an official disrupted her match with Samantha Stosur. SYDNEY, Australia (AP) —
Tebow plans to return for final year at Florida
The announcement came Sunday at the national championship celebration. GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) —
Lighter mail volume is changing routes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Think you know what time your mail arrives each day? Think again. The U.S.
Tangerine growers to beekeepers: Buzz off
The bees are pollinating mandarin oranges, causing them to develop seeds. FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Is
Arizona hosts NFC title matchup
The Eagles beat the Giants leaving the Cardinals as hosts for the title game. PHOENIX (AP) — Fewer
2008 was Blu-ray’s year for sales
Analysts think Blu-ray sales will keep growing rapidly this year. LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Blu-ray
Top ranked Pitt rambles past St. John’s, 90-67
DeJuan Blair had 23 points and 18 rebounds for the unbeaten Panthers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Just
Perverse legal culture causes fear
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Called to a Florida school that could not cope, police led the disorderly student away
Ogilvy wins Mercedes title by 6 shots
He needed four straight birdies on the back nine to pull away from the field. KAPALUA, Hawaii
OUTCHARGED AGAIN
Steelers will host Ravens in AFC title contest Pittsburgh’s offense came alive in Sunday’s 35-24
Gophers cruise past Penn State 79-59
The 22nd-ranked Minnesota shot 62.5 percent and won for the 15th time. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — One of
Bush, Obama unite to get bailout funds
Request would force Congress to vote to block or release $350B WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats
SoCal’s ska-punk act, Reel Big Fish, enjoys its musical freedom
Despite the fact that Reel Big Fish’s only MTV hit single is titled “Sellout,” the SoCal ska-punk
RECORD SNOWFALL
RECORD SNOWFALL In Mahoning Valley The winter storm that hit the Valley on Friday and Saturday
Waiter pleads innocent to felony harassment
Waiter pleads innocent to felony harassment WOODBURY, N.Y. — A waiter who shocked guests at a
LITHUANIA
LITHUANIA Lietuvos Rytas, Vilnius, Jan. 7: The cold front in Europe was accompanied by worrying
Let’s be honest about old Abe, shall we?
Opinion: When Barack Obama takes the oath of office Jan. 20, he will place his left hand on Abraham Lincoln’s
Burris, Franken will get seats eventually
Opinion: When the Consti–tution’s framers made each house of Congress “the judge of the elections, returns
“I believe that it is those efforts that will ultimately help to lead to a durable cease-fire
Opinion: “I believe that it is those efforts that will ultimately help to lead to a durable cease-fire ...”
Roosevelt, Bismarck, Ponzi and Tonti had better ideas
Opinion: Roosevelt, Bismarck, Ponzi and Tonti had better ideas EDITOR: A Jan. 6 column by Charles Murray
Senate limits debate on wilderness bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare Sunday session, the Senate advanced legislation that would set aside
Answers to weekly quiz
Answers to weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA J 4 uA 9 4 v9 3 wK Q 10 6 3
Golden Globes The winners were …
Golden Globes The winners were … MOTION PICTURES Picture, Drama: “Slumdog Millionaire.”
“Inside the Actor’s Studio” (7 p.m., Bravo): Rave all you want about Julia Roberts
“Inside the Actor’s Studio” (7 p.m., Bravo): Rave all you want about Julia Roberts or Angelina
The dismal jobs picture
The dismal jobs picture Scripps Howard News Service: This surely is not how George Bush wanted to
‘Smoky Hollow Memories’
‘Smoky Hollow Memories’ YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Historical Center will present a children’s
Stand-ins perform a dress rehearsal for Obama’s inauguration
The rehearsal was to ensure the ceremony is flawless, a spokeswoman said. WASHINGTON (AP) —
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Michael McCutcheon The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
Peanut butter recalled in Ohio
The two brands — King Nut and Parnell’s Pride — were distributed through food service providers
Despite apology, criticism of Prince Harry continues
LONDON (AP) — Lawmakers, Muslim groups and the Pakistani public criticized Prince Harry on Sunday
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games Charlotte 92, Washington 89 Minnesota 106, Milwaukee 104 Houston 96, New York
Claims of WASTEFUL FEDERAL SPENDING
Claims of WASTEFUL FEDERAL SPENDING Sen. Tom Coburn, an Oklahoma Republican and ranking member of
Senate leaders checking Burris’ new paperwork
CHICAGO — Senate Democratic leaders and their staff in Washington are reviewing newly submitted
Business news digest
REGION AK Steel plans layoffs of salaried employees WEST CHESTER, Ohio — AK Steel Holding Corp.
OSU’s season showed pride
The Buckeyes didn’t win the Fiesta Bowl, but they made some believers in the game. COLUMBUS —
Sports digest
area Cleveland Indians caravan here Jan. 20 BOARDMAN — The Cleveland Indians press tour caravan
Hints help you be the perfect house guest
Dear Readers: Are you going to be a house guest soon? Here are a few hints to help you be a perfect
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