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Niles council seeks firm to design new wasterwater plant
NILES — The city moved one step closer to replacing the aging wastewater plant tonight as council
Liberty pulls away from Hubbard in second half
HUBBARD — Liberty High girls basketball coach John Hritz said his team started playing in the second
Youngstown and its firefighters have new 3-year pact
YOUNGSTOWN — Approving a three-year contract is a testament to the ongoing cooperation between the
Some Youngstown school board members balk at borrowing plan
YOUNGSTOWN — Some city school board members are less than enthusiastic about a plan for the district
Two women in AG case settle with Ohio for $247,500 each
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio has reached a settlement with two woman whose sexual harassment complaints led
Supreme Court considers disbarring Warren lawyer
COLUMBUS — A Trumbull County attorney already suspended from practicing law should not be
Obama freezes staff pay, limits lobbyists
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama's first public act in office Wednesday was to institute new limits on lobbyists in his White House and to freeze the salaries of high-paid aides, in a nod to the country's economic turmoil.
Accident victim was everybody’s friend, mom says
BROOKFIELD — Alessa Norris was known as “LeLe” to those who knew her — and that included just about
Homeland Security tells Youngstown police ‘thanks’
YOUNGSTOWN — A certificate of appreciation was presented today to the Youngstown Police Department
Salem police probe tobacco shop robbery
SALEM — Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery of Cheap Tobacco, 200 E. Second St. at
Clear Channel cuts jobs as economy sours
The parent of Clear Channel Communications Inc. told workers on Tuesday that it is cutting 1,850
AP News Alert: Obama to freeze staff pay
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Associated Press has learned that President Obama will freeze pay of White House employees making over $100,000 a year.
It's official: Toyota outsells GM
NEW YORK (AP) — Japan's Toyota Motor Corp. sold more cars and trucks last year than General Motors Corp., stripping the Detroit automaker of the No. 1 global sales crown. But it's a victory made hollow by the overall industry's continued struggle for viability amid one of its worst sales declines ever.
No injuries from Meridian Road gas fire
YOUNGSTOWN — No injuries were reported when an underground storage fire started at USA Gas Mart, 667
First Place Bank donates $2,500 to Second Harvest Food Bank
YOUNGSTOWN — First Place Bank has given $2,500 to Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley.
First Place Financial cuts dividend after fourth quarter loss
WARREN — First Place Financial Corp. cut its quarterly dividend for the second time since July after
Gas fire closes part of Meridian Road
Gas fire closes part of Meridian YOUNGSTOWN — An underground storage fire at USA Gas Mart, 667 S.
SOCIETY DIGEST
Salem center schedules trekking, spinning events SALEM — Salem Community Center, 1098 N. Ellsworth
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY • American Legion Post 290, state Route 14, Columbiana, has its kitchen open to the
Tribe Caravan delivers ’09 hope
Manager Eric Wedge believes the Indians bullpen has been upgraded. BOARDMAN — One of the first
Judge orders The Cell to remain padlocked
The city will keep the bar closed while the owner tries to sell it. YOUNGSTOWN — The judge who
Investigators probe crash that killed advocate
YOUNGSTOWN — A two-car crash on South Meridian Road killed Kim Sullivan, a well-liked judicial
White Out Night set for Cleveland State
YOUNGSTOWN — On Friday night, the Youngstown State men’s basketball team will take on Cleveland
Eviction hearing reset for former kennel operator
A sentencing for animal cruelty is set for Thursday. YOUNGSTOWN — Steve Croley told a
Eagles soar to a 12-1 record
Youngstown Christian defeated Leetonia for the second time this season. LEETONIA — If you had
Quakers surprise Eagles, 59-51
Jordan Strabala’s 28 points powered Salem’s road victory. HUBBARD — On a day of transition in
Pistachio ambrosia recipe makes a comeback
Dear Heloise: I’m looking for the recipe for ambrosia. I had your recipe, but I lost it. Steve, via
Wedding ceremony was make-believe
Dear Annie: Two weeks ago, we were informed that my wife’s brother, “Bob,” and his wife, “Marcia,”
Hearing against Dann delayed
The issues ‘deserve a full and complete review’ by the commission, its executive director says.
FCC fining nine cable operators
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Federal Communications Commission is fining nine cable TV operators for
Chrysler, Fiat sign plan for alliance
ROME (AP) — Fiat and Chrysler said Tuesday they have agreed to form a strategic alliance that would
Generations rejoice from home
People cheered ‘Obama, Obama,’ at ‘The Valley Gold Show’ studio’s inauguration
Obama faces task of keeping our water safe
Opinion: In the idiom of our day, it’s not very sexy. It doesn’t make headlines. It doesn’t stir many
Tribe stops for Valley powwow
Tribe stops for Valley powwow kThe Cleveland Indians Winter Caravan made its annual tour stop in
Toyota founder’s grandson, 52, appointed to steer as president
TOKYO (AP) — Toyota tapped Akio Toyoda, grandson of the Japanese automaker’s founder, as president
South Range’s Schuster sparks win over Lisbon
NORTH LIMA — Patty Schuster scored 13 points and made seven rebounds Tuesday to lead the South Range
top 25 roundup Tuesday’s other games
MEN No. 2 Duke 73, N.C. State 56 DURHAM, N.C. — Gerald Henderson scored 21 points and Duke
Ohio roundup \ Tuesday’s games
Ohio 70, Akron 65 ATHENS — DeVaughn Washington scored seven of Ohio’s 14 overtime points to help
NATION
NATION Billionaire to loan funds to New York Times Co. NEW YORK — The New York Times Co., which
nba roundup Tuesday’s games
Spurs 99, Pacers 81 SAN ANTONIO — Tim Duncan scored 27 points and Manu Ginobili had 26 before the
Howland police arrest two on drug charges
Howland police arrest two on drug charges WARREN — Two Howland residents were arrested after
nhl roundup \ Tuesday’s other games
Senators 3, Capitals 2 OTTAWA — Brendan Bell scored Ottawa’s third power-play goal of the game
Defense: Mom heard voices urging her to kill
CLEVELAND (AP) — A woman charged with drowning her two young daughters in a bathtub was depressed
Embarq boosts copper-theft reward
WARREN — The Embarq Corp. hopes to help bring copper-cable thieves to justice by expanding its
Themes of progress mark symbolic inauguration
WASHINGTON — Barack Hussein Obama was sworn in as the nation’s first black president Tuesday,
Illinois super substitute triggers win over OSU
The Illini had balanced scoring in the 67-49 victory over the Buckeyes. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) —
Carriers who hoard mail embarrass Postal Service
DETROIT (AP) — Some of those who are supposed to endure snow, rain and gloom of night to deliver the
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Landry (Ccamaque)20.208.805.60 Big Chief (Davila)8.004.60
Salem official calls for volunteerism
A councilman asked if people would meet a national call for public service. SALEM — A
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games New York 102, Chicago 98 Dallas 95, Philadelphia 93 Atlanta 87, Toronto 84
Council mulls approval of 3-year firefighter pact
The law director is recommending that council approve the deal. YOUNGSTOWN — City council
Weathersfield Twp. trustee resigns
The fiscal officer left to take a job in the Trumbull County engineer’s office. MINERAL RIDGE
Kennedy hospitalized after seizure at luncheon
Kennedy hospitalized after seizure at luncheon WASHINGTON — Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, ill with a
Boy lived with dead mom for more than a week
Boy lived with dead mom for more than a week ROMULUS, Mich. — An 8-year-old boy lived for more
Democrats won election, but America will lose
Opinion: Democrats won election, but America will lose EDITOR: Democrats, are you familiar with the term
Tressels, Watsons to be honored at ring banquet
YOUNGSTOWN — YSU’s scholarship ring banquet will be held on Feb. 8 at Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman.
Authorities seek ID of First Place Bank robber
Authorities seek ID of First Place Bank robber LIBERTY — A man robbed the First Place Bank office,
Influentials weigh in on Obama
The two friends were at the inauguration. YOUNGSTOWN — A Youngstown businessman and an NFL
When the ins become the outs
When the ins become the outs Scripps Howard News Service: One of the cruel realities of a change
Mineral Ridge man to face hearing in work-theft case
The man told police the thefts started because of financial problems at home. BOARDMAN — A
Discord ends talks about rebuilding
KUWAIT CITY (AP) — Arab leaders trying to come up with a plan to rebuild Gaza ended their meeting
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Hubbard Township trustees, special meeting in executive session, 6 p.m., township
As economy droops, pasta makers’ business cooks
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — As struggling consumers turn to casseroles, soup, pasta salad and good old
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Michael McCutcheon, aka Larry Macovitz The U.S. Marshals Service in
Director: ‘I Love You’ has ‘Sex’ vibe
CLEVELAND — Upon learning the plot behind Playhouse Square’s production of “I Love You Because,”
Hamas declares victories in rallies across Gaza Strip
A Gaza Health Ministry official said militants did not report all their dead fighters. GAZA CITY,
Vaughn ends season, could get redshirt
YOUNGSTOWN — Injuries have ended the season of YSU senior Velissa Vaughn. Vaughn, a 5-7 guard from
Police investigate fatal shooting
The man who was shot to death Sunday also had been shot in September. WARREN — Police are
It’s a boy for country star Jo Dee Messina
It’s a boy for country star Jo Dee Messina NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country singer Jo Dee Messina and
On his new CD, Springsteen dabbles in dream of the ’60s
Bruce Springsteen has a dream. He has a dream that one day, this rock ’n’ roll nation will rise up
Our Valley Cooks event slated for March
Our Valley Cooks event slated for March BOARDMAN — The first annual Our Valley Cooks Food Expo and
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Niles Swinglab — has training at the dome adjacent to the Eastwood Expo Center. Call
For 88, it was trip of a lifetime
The nation’s capital was a place of joy despite the cold and congestion. WASHINGTON — Area
Murder counts dropped
Another defendant fired the fatal shots, prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — Aggravated-murder and
High court to decide issue
Youngstown and Warren are among the Ohio cities and villages with employee residency requirements.
Create a tasty soup without the cream
Baked potato soup doesn’t need cream — or even much half-and-half — to keep its thick and creamy
“Lost” (9 p.m., ABC): Like Jack (Matthew Fox), we’re really antsy to get back to
“Lost” (9 p.m., ABC): Like Jack (Matthew Fox), we’re really antsy to get back to the island. But
Making good chili that’s good for you
When it comes to healthy eating on a budget, beans are a dream food. They are rich in nutrients,
hPASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE
hPASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE 1 head broccoli (about 3‚Ñ4 pound) 2 links fresh
Greenville man pleads guilty in slaying
MERCER, Pa. — A Greenville, Pa., man who was charged with first-degree murder in the death of a
Obama’s inaugural address scores an !
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Wondering if his publisher liked the manuscript of “Les Miserables,” Victor Hugo sent a
Local banks \ Stock prices
Closing stock prices Tuesday for locally based financial institutions: Cortland Bancorp: $11.62,
Pasta, perfected
The idea of quick, flavorful weeknight cooking is nothing new. And neither is most of the advice. In
WAYS TO STRETCH YOUR FOOD DOLLAR
WAYS TO STRETCH YOUR FOOD DOLLAR When shopping for fresh produce, stick to foods that are in
CHEERING FOR CHANGE: Rickie Monroe, a deacon of the Jerusalem Baptist Church in Youngstown, reacts
CHEERING FOR CHANGE: Rickie Monroe, a deacon of the Jerusalem Baptist Church in Youngstown, reacts
“Here you have a black woman who is highly educated, who is very comfortable in who she is ...
Opinion: “Here you have a black woman who is highly educated, who is very comfortable in who she is ... just
Food pantry hints can trim cost of anyone’s meals
ST. LOUIS — Last month, more than 3,000 clients visited the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry in
For Valley residents, a walk into history
The nation’s capital was place of joy despite the cold and congestion.
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2009. There are 344 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2009. There are 344 days left in the year. On this date
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The U.S. Marshals most-wanted-fugitive item that appeared in The Vindicator on
Associated Press
Associated Press CHANGING OF THE GUARD: President Barack Obama and former President George W. Bush
U.S. must broker peace in Mideast
Opinion: At Madame Tussauds wax museum in Amsterdam, the figure of President Bush with bags packed has
YSU reps to explain W.Pa. tuition break
YOUNGSTOWN — Representatives of Youngstown State University will explain the university’s tuition
Inaugural address fell short of expectations, but worked
Editorial: Inaugural address fell short of expectations, but worked Nothing Barack Obama said Tuesday was
Young Serbs make third round
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Ana Ivanovic and Novak Djokovic cruised into the third round of the
Lakers snap streak against Cavs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dislocated right ring finger and all, Kobe Bryant did just what the Los Angeles
Harding remains on unbeaten trail
The No. 4-ranked Raiders are 8-0 after an 83-53 win over Boardman. WARREN — Maybe it was the
Cards’ Fitzgerald familiar face around Pittsburgh
Arizona’s standout receiver played college football for the Pitt Panthers. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Larry
Valley tracks history on bus ride to Capitol
Many feel the presidential journey begins with the coming together of the million at the
Buckeyes fall
Buckeyes fall Mike Tisdale scored 15 points and No. 25 Illinois won its first game this season
In U.S., figures indicate growth in size of families
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Lynn Fielder moves haltingly between the kitchen island and the cupboards in her
Ward stops Pens for 100th win
Evgeni Malkin scored as Pittsburgh dropped into 10th place. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Ward made 32
Propelled to power by words, Obama must prove rhetoric
WASHINGTON — In the inaugural address launching his presidency, Barack Obama Tuesday drew on his
Chili Open looks to score with annual event
The event benefits 16 area charities. POLAND — Want to take a shot at a Mahoning Valley
Valley residents watch history unfold
Young people had been following the election all of last year. It was a history lesson that
Obamas top long day with night of 10 inaugural balls
The freshly sworn-in president pulled his first lady close on the dance floor. WASHINGTON
Worries over loan losses send bank stocks lower
Banks are still losing money and will be for some time. NEW YORK (AP) — Fear that the global
Locals react to inauguration
Locals react to inauguration A handful of Valley residents were on hand to watch President
Dow loses 332 points despite inauguration
Bank stocks led the huge fall on Wall Street. NEW YORK (AP) — The dawn of the Obama presidency
Obama: Leading man in play on world stage
Opinion: Welcome to Washington, “Mr. President.” I know you’ve been here before for a short time as senator,
Female runners ready to defend
YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU women’s track team has set its sights on defending its indoor and outdoor
BOYS BASKETBALL Tuesday’s other games
East Liverpool 81, Chaney 67 YOUNGSTOWN — Jason Dickey scored 11 points over a 90-second stretch