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Salem landmark shuts its doors for good
SALEM — After more than 50 years, a place employees and patrons describe as “Cheers-like” is closing its doors for good.
Scout troop hosts chili dinner fundraiser on Saturday.
CANFIELD — Boy Scout Troop 115 will host a chili dinner fund raiser from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at
Blagojevich tossed out
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois lawmakers have not only thrown out Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich
Sharpsville High School officials share recollections of fallen Marine
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — Before David W. Wallace III was a Marine Corps sergeant, he was a skinny kid with
Mitchell gets 30 years to life for murder of Warren diner owner
WARREN — “Fred, in defense of his business, his employees and his son, lost his life,” Kim
Girard seeks revenue from city-owned property on U.S. Route 422
GIRARD — City officials are hoping to generate additional revenue and spark business with a small
Warren issues reminders in light of heavy snows
WARREN — City officials remind residents that the parking ban is still in effect and to make sure
Hagan, midwest reps ask Congress to fund rail projects
YOUNGSTOWN — State Rep. Robert Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, joined with state representatives from
Gov. Strickland says more on his executive budget will be revealed next week
COLUMBUS — A day after outlining major changes in the state’s public school system and major
Ohio Supreme Court reprimands Trumbull judge, assistant prosecutor
WARREN — The Ohio Supreme Court has given public reprimands to Judge John M. Stuard of Trumbull
New comedy club opens Friday in Boardman
BOARDMAN — A local entrepreneur says he wants his new comedy club to shake up the monotony of life.
Help clear snow from hydrants, Boardman requests
BOARDMAN — The Boardman Township Fire Department is asking residents and businesses to take the time
Boardman trustee meeting reset for Friday
BOARDMAN — Township trustees have scheduled a regular meeting for 4 p.m. Friday at the government
Extended tuition freeze at YSU is a possibility
YOUNGSTOWN — Tuition at Youngstown State University may be frozen for a third year. Gov. Ted
Peacemakers will hear about Christians in Iraq
Peacemakers will hear about Christians in Iraq COLUMBIANA — At 6:30 p.m. today, Columbiana Area
Ready, Willing To Rumble
The Steelers’ punishing style predates era of Chuck Noll TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Ryan Clark levels
GM will eliminate jobs bank
Removing workers’ extra unemployment benefits still is being negotiated. Workers being laid
Pirates pin turnaround hopes on mound starts
Bucs players, executives, broadcasters and a coach visited Youngstown to promote the 2009 season.
Governor’s speech focuses on education
The Ohio Graduate Test will be tossed, with students required instead to take the ACT college
Phantoms hit road seeking a cushion
This weekend’s opponent remains in the hunt for the division crown. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
3 men pin Arby’s robbery suspect
One man came inside from the Arby’s drive-through lane to help two other men. WARREN — Jackie
YSU Basketball previews
MEN’S TEAM Who: YSU (6-13, 3-6) vs. Wright State (12-8, 6-3) Tip-off: 7:35 p.m. at Beeghly Center.
Superintendents weigh in on Obama’s education plan
One superintendent wants to see the construction part of the stimulus package revamped.
Public gives views on bike trails
The city is working to provide alternate routes for transportation, while keeping health in mind.
Phoenix rise, Flames go out on Cotton’s 3s
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Troy Cotton sank six 3-pointers in the second half and scored 25 points in
Kyes Home may be used to help families
The proposal will require a zoning change. EAST PALESTINE — A closed home for girls may become
Buckeyes bruised but not beaten
COLUMBUS (AP) — When you think of Michigan vs. Ohio State, you think of hard hitting. But in
Testimony heard in shooting death
At the end of the hearing, the judge referred a weapons charge to the grand jury. WARREN — The
U.S. Census Bureau seeks workers in area counties
Call (330) 639-2870 to make an appointment to take a test to become a census worker. YOUNGSTOWN
Snowed in — but who cares?
The good news is, there are only three more days of January, including today.
Late layup helps Wake topple top-ranked Duke
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — James Johnson’s layup with 0.8 seconds remaining helped No. 6 Wake Forest
Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2009. There are 336 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2009. There are 336 days left in the year. On this date
Digital delay would be a relief to TV networks
Ratings are softer in the summer. NEW YORK — The big broadcast networks, already suffering
Postmaster general: Mail days might be cut
WASHINGTON (AP) — Massive deficits could force the post office to cut out one day of mail delivery
‘Milk’ is an inspiring lesson in civil rights
Sean Penn brings gay rights organizer Harvey Milk to life. Democracy at the street level makes
Singer Jamey Johnson strips away the pretense
The country singer found his groove on ‘That Lonesome Song.’ Similar to how in 1991 Kurt
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For the plow guys, coffee is a must
Carl Dohar of Youngstown can’t recall the last time he shoveled snow.
Free press needs to make a profit
Opinion: Newspapers are for sale across the country. National Public Radio and television news shows are
Steelers wide receiver Holmes reveals drug dealing secret
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes’ childhood was much like that of any other
What are stimulus dollars buying?
Opinion: Everyone is talking about how much money the government is spending, but very little attention is
Gil Mantera gets serious on new EP
The emphasis is on the songs. Singer-guitarist Ultimate Donny said the Youngstown-based act
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Shawn Carver, sentenced to 24 months for receiving stolen
Tight script, brilliant stagecraft make ‘Taken’ a winner
Three self-evident truths emerge from “Taken,” the lean and brutal thriller about why one should
Peanut Corp. expands its recall
WASHINGTON (AP) — The salmonella outbreak spawned one of the largest-ever product recalls Wednesday
Pa. joins settlement with Countrywide
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania has joined a settlement with Countrywide Financial Corp. that
Former trooper files lawsuit
Matt Johnson says his boss allowed racist jokes. COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Highway Patrol,
Tough Christmas week marked the turning point for Cardinals
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Even the weather in Arizona was gloomy in the aftermath of the Cardinals’ 40-
Plant employees afraid to raise safety issues
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Some workers at a Pennsylvania nuclear power plant are afraid to raise safety
Serena beats the heat, rolls past Dementieva into Australian Open final
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Second-seeded Serena Williams advanced to the Australian Open final,
Prostitution ringleader gets 25 years
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man who helped operate a prostitution and money laundering ring that
Sykora, Letang net two goals each as Pens wallop Rangers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Petr Sykora and Kris Letang each had two goals, and Sidney Crosby got back into
A closer look: surprises and snubs
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It’s been a crowded awards season, full of lavish spectacles and gripping
Lynyrd Skynyrd keyboardist Powell dies
ORANGE PARK, Fla. (AP) — A keyboardist for the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd has died at his
Congress should not let Rove get away with immunity ploy
Editorial: For two years during the Bush administration, White House aide Karl Rove contended he was legally
Olivia gets her own series on Nickelodeon
NEW YORK — Olivia, the little girl pig with the big imagination, is stepping out of her picture book
“If we look toward a one-state solution, which seems to be the trend — I hope not
Opinion: “If we look toward a one-state solution, which seems to be the trend — I hope not inexorable — it
Plan for bad banks is good news on Street
Stocks jumped on reports of a plan to absorb bad bank assets. NEW YORK (AP) — The optimism is
The Fed pledges use of all its tools
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve, acknowledging the economy has continued to deteriorate,
NATION
NATION Potential fire hazard leads Toyota to recall 1.3M cars NEW YORK — Toyota said Wednesday
Al-Qaida and the Black Death
St. Louis Post Dispatch: Even by the flamboyant headline standards of England’s The Sun newspaper
Dems indulge in wretched excess
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Summoned to remove a fish bone agonizingly stuck in a rich man’s throat, British
New Dunkin’ Donuts opens in Boardman
The store employs 40 people and seats 20 customers. BOARDMAN — A new Dunkin’ Donuts is open on
Economy needs more than a stimulus
Opinion: Barack Obama faces a deepening recession far different than previous recessions. What makes this
America needs a reason to trust
Opinion: NEW YORK — In an effort to rebuild decades worth of lost trust, President Obama has called for
“The Trials of Ted Haggard” (8 p.m., HBO): Not long ago, Ted Haggard had a ministry that
“The Trials of Ted Haggard” (8 p.m., HBO): Not long ago, Ted Haggard had a ministry that reached 30
Memos could be released
Memos could be released WASHINGTON — Dozens of secret documents justifying the Bush
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Betty Ann Water Story,” a SAG movie to be shot in Michigan. Auditions will be taped at
2.1 million-plus workers laid off in 2008
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of layoffs involving 50 or more workers jumped by one-third last year,
‘THE READER’
‘THE READER’ Grade: B Director: Stephen Daldry. Running time: 1 hour, 20 minutes. Rating: PG
The Nazi generation gap is exposed in ‘The Reader’
In some stories, there can be no catharsis, the German writer Bernhard Schlink has said of his
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
Neither vulnerable. North deals.
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Butler exhibition displays regional artists’ work
YOUNGSTOWN — The 72nd Area Artists Annual, a juried exhibition of regional artists work, runs
Prize-winning poet at reading series
Prize-winning poet at reading series YOUNGSTOWN — Poet and Youngstown native Nancy Krygowski will
Family fun at YSU
The rummage sale will offer old YSU team uniforms. YOUNGSTOWN — Are the kids tired of being
Fresh lemon juice can liquidate warts
Q. My daughter had several warts on her hands and was able to kill them quickly with lemon juice.
if you go
if you go Who: Jamey Johnson When: 8 tonight Where: The Dirty Boot Saloon, 6885 State Route
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Parade columnist James Brady dies
Parade columnist James Brady dies NEW YORK — James Brady, the Parade magazine celebrity columnist
HIGH SCHOOL ROCK OFF \ Final round schedule
The final round of the Tri-C High School Rock Off will be Saturday at House of Blues in Cleveland.
sports
sports Physical Steelers kThe Pittsburgh Steelers are as physical as it gets in the NFL, and the
Women accuse YSU employee of rape
YOUNGSTOWN — Two women, one of them a Youngstown State University student, have accused a YSU
Snowplows in Youngstown too few and too far between
Opinion: Snowplows in Youngstown too few and too far between EDITOR: When the snow began to fall on
2010 U.S. Census
2010 U.S. Census Hiring help The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for temporary full- and part-time
Canfield, Howland wrestlers prepare for a key dual match
CANFIELD — What might be one of the best Eastern Ohio Wrestling League Division I dual matches in
STATE OF THE STATE Highlights
Here are some highlights from Gov. Ted Strickland’s State of the State address. Fiscal
Coming Tomorrow
Coming Tomorrow kupnext: Minnesoooooota is always going to be the perfect setting for a frozen
SNOWING AND BLOWING \ Forecast
Here’s the outlook for the next five days: Today: Mostly cloudy. A chance of snow showers in the
Weathersfield trustees name fiscal officer
Fred Bobovnyk resigned as a trustee to seek the fiscal officer post. MINERAL RIDGE —
House OKs stimulus bill with no help from GOP
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bipartisan it wasn’t. In a swift victory for President Barack Obama, the
Board loans itself $5.2M
One board member expressed concern about the ability to repay the loan. YOUNGSTOWN — The city
Pick the winners
Pick the winners kFeel you know who will take home the gold this year? Then enter The Vindicator’s
stimulus money | Public schools
Area public school districts stand to receive millions of dollars in aid under President Barack
Weekly dances at Lucianno’s
AUSTINTOWN — Penn-Ohio Dance is holding dances with music of the ’60s through ’90s for all singles,
Levy renewal vote set
Levy renewal vote set NORTH LIMA — Voters in the South Range Local School District will be asked
Weather keeps snowplows busy
Plowers brave the crazy wintry mixes to make life easier for others. Carl Dohar of Youngstown
Michael Winslow — better know as the guy who can make just about every sound effect possible
j Michael Winslow — better know as the guy who can make just about every sound effect possible with
J-M’s Pizzutos make wrestling a family affair
The basement mat regularly is put to the test by these competitive brothers. All is fair in
Cheech & Chong still smokin' on reunion tour
You never know what you’re going to get with Cheech & Chong. Actually, that’s not true at all. For
Roberts, McKnight guide Akron past Toledo
TOLEDO — Darryl Roberts and Brett McKnight put up 12 points apiece with solid free-throw shooting to
Announcement made of Wiltrout, Felton engagement
MECCA — The engagement and plans for the upcoming marriage of Rachael R. Wiltrout and Jeremiah W.
She can’t win while ‘Ryan’ keeps playing games
Dear Annie: My fianc , “Ryan,” talks to his ex-wife daily. He even set a romantic love song as the
Valley lawmakers await details of plan
Members of the Mahoning Valley’s state Legislature contingent praised Gov. Ted Strickland’s proposal
Marine from Sharpsville killed in explosion in Afghanistan
The 25-year-old served two tours in Iraq and was deployed to Afghanistan in November 2008.
Here are simple solutions to problems with dry skin
Dear Readers: Winter doesn’t necessarily have to mean chapped-skin season. There are several easy
Arizona chosen for Finley-Hatch March wedding
Morgan A. Finley of Lawndale, Calif., and Christopher W. Hatch of Los Angeles, Calif., are engaged
Aug. vows to join Torrie Trella and Michael Ward
The engagement of Torrie Trella and Michael Ward, both of 1231 E. Boston Ave., Youngstown, is being
NATALIE CIFERNO | DAVID A. GIFFORD JR.
NATALIE CIFERNO DAVID A. GIFFORD JR. WARREN — Natalie A. Ciferno and David A. Gifford Jr., both of
CARLA DETORO | JASON COLLINS
CARLA DETORO JASON COLLINS YOUNGSTOWN — The wedding of Carla DeToro and Jason Collins, both of 51
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