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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Warren’s police dispatchers have a new three-year contract
WARREN — City council has approved a three-year contract with dispatchers in the Warren Police
Ministerial Alliance says police Lt. Marhulik deserves forgiveness
WARREN — The Trumbull County Interdemominational Ministerial Alliance met with the news media
Mahoning Township tax increase studied for 2010
HILLSVILLE, Pa. – Mahoning Township Supervisors will have raise taxes in 2010 it they cannot make
Court to assist veterans opens in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Court officials in Pittsburgh have marked Veterans Day by establishing an
Major Pittsburgh-based law firm cutting salaries
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh-based law firm Reed Smith is delaying hiring new attorneys, who
3 will receive funds from Perry bike run
BOARDMAN — At 6:30 p.m. today at the AwwwMazing Place! in Southern Park Mall the proceeds from the
BACK INTO THE RING
Kelly Pavlik’s opponent isn’t well-known Youngstown champ takes fight for a lot less money.
Valley roots help producer thrive in movie industry
Youngstown gave her the steel spine needed in Hollywood. YOUNGSTOWN — Paula Wagner’s Hollywood
Beeghly Center’s capacity is about 7,000 for boxing
There are about 6,500 seats, and another 500 can be added at ringside. YOUNGSTOWN — During
10 firefighters taking city’s buyout deal
The city will save about $315,000 next year because of the buyouts. YOUNGSTOWN — Ten senior
Illinois State comes in on a roll
The Redbirds have won three straight in the Missouri Valley Conference. YOUNGSTOWN — Illinois
Retired captain dies of cancer
Kane was Youngstown’s longest-serving chief of detectives. POLAND — Those who worked closely
Phantoms adjust for 3-game week
Tonight’s game at the Covelli Centre will include a Salute to Veterans. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Former councilman wins $10,000 in sweepstakes
LIBERTY — Herman “Pete” Starks, a former longtime Youngstown city councilman, was sitting at his
Colonial Motel has higher purpose
A Cleveland church plans to turn the Canfield site into a Christian retreat. CANFIELD — Bishop
Walsh opens new arena with easy victory
NORTH CANTON — Walsh (1-0) opened its new Alumni Arena with a 113-42 rout of Cincinnati Christian on
Boardman finances get $786,000 revenue boost
The township still expects a $1.5 million shortfall for 2010. BOARDMAN — Unanticipated dollars
Commissioners undecided on longevity of sales tax
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Commissioners John A. McNally IV and Anthony T. Traficanti say they’re
Parents’ prescription drugs often springboard for teens
NILES — Though illegal drugs such as cocaine and heroin make news the most when cops make an inner-
Veterans Day 2009: Serving with HONOR
Glenn Buzzard of Hubbard was wounded twice during World War II, the first on Tinian Island and the second on Iwo Jima. He was a member of D Company, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, 4th Marine Division all through the war.
Metro Digest
Austintown man held in sister’s stabbing AUSTINTOWN — A township man was arrested after his sister
We need to stop vets from taking own lives
Opinion: This Veterans Day, let’s do more to prevent our troops from taking their own lives. Community
Coaster gets special designation
Big Dipper is the oldest standing coaster in Ohio. The Big Dipper roller coaster at the now-
Veteran’s wife urges all to honor them
Dear Annie: Shortly after Thanksgiving last year, my husband was hospitalized at the San Francisco
Citrus juice helps keep apples from turning brown
Dear Heloise: I’ve heard that putting apple slices in baking soda will keep them from turning brown.
NATO, Afghan police seize bomb material
KABUL (AP) — International troops and Afghan police seized 250 tons of ammonium nitrate fertilizer —
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS WEDNESDAY • Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick
Hostage situation ends peacefully at NY school
Hostage situation ends peacefully at NY school PINE PLAINS, N.Y. — Upset by the treatment of U.S.
Dems propose shift in power
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats on Tuesday proposed stripping the Federal Reserve of its
Steelers look Super as NFL’s second half begins
“Sending them some mustard since they’ll never ketchup when we play Sunday.” Chad Ochocinco
Best bets on TV tonight
“The 43rd Annual CMA Awards” (8 p.m., ABC): It could be a big night for Brad Paisley on “The 43rd
Births for 2009-11-11
St. Elizabeth Health Center Trevor and Bridget Baulo, Canfield, girl, Nov. 3. Gregory and Lori
Korean navies clash ahead of Obama visit
TOKYO — A brief naval skirmish erupted Tuesday between North and South Korea, raising tension in
Sniper-killer put to death in Virginia
JARRATT, Va. — John Allen Muhammad, the sniper who kept the Washington region paralyzed by fear for
Mercer County Career Center plans Parents Night for Thursday
MERCER Pa. — Prospective students will have a chance to meet with prospective employers when the
YSU honors former students killed in wars
YSU honors former students killed in wars The names of students and alumni who died in action are
Bond issue to get 2nd try
AUSTINTOWN — Vincent Colaluca believes in the adage that if at first you don’t succeed, you must try
Rosetta Stone begins weekly Fiesta Night
YOUNGSTOWN — Rosetta Stone Cafe, 110 W. Federal St., downtown, will launch its Fiesta Night at 7
AREA VETERANS DAY EVENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Boardman: West Boulevard Elementary School, 6125 West Blvd., Salute Our Veterans
Mahoning County Court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph R. Weimer, 19, of 129 S. Maryland Ave., Youngstown, and
Poll shows Americans in a funk
WASHINGTON (AP) — The euphoria of 2008 is over: America is in a funk. Elected last November on a
Obama should practice what he preaches
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: If politicians stopped meddling with things they don’t
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Nov. 7 Criminal
Defense worker assessed Hasan months ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Defense Department investigator on a terrorism task force looked into Fort Hood
Pakistani militants kill at least 24 in market
ISLAMABAD — At least 24 people were killed Tuesday in the third bombing in three days in Pakistan’s
UA pilot charged with being over alcohol limit
LONDON (AP) — A United Airlines pilot who was pulled from his trans-Atlantic flight to Chicago
Bill Clinton urges passage of Senate health-care bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Bill Clinton urged Senate Democrats on Tuesday to pass health-
Buckeyes back in spotlight vs. Iowa
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State tight end Jake Ballard was stunned when he was told that with a win
At Fort Hood, Obama honors victims, condemns slayings
FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) — One by one, President Barack Obama spoke the names and told the stories
SWEET TRADITIONS Holiday baking with pumpkin
Family gatherings ... favorite holiday decorations ... the wonderful smells of baked goods — the
Warren Buffett’s crystal ball
Warren Buffett’s crystal ball Dallas Morning News: Whenever the legendary Oracle of Omaha tosses
FLU CLINICS | Area sites
Mahoning County Provider: Youngstown City Health District. H1N1 vaccine for those recommended in
We’re grateful for your service
Opinion: We’re grateful for your service EDITOR: To all veterans, active duty, reservists and guard,
Plan reaches 20% of borrowers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration’s mortgage-relief program has reached one in five
PANTRY POWER
Her secret is behind closed doors By KATHLEEN PURVIS CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jennifer Joles’ secret
FLAVORS OF FALL Entertaining made easy with a simple homespun meal
Do dinner parties have to be complicated? No, says this unharried host. I’d rather have friends
Rucker shoots for country-music milestone
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Darius Rucker was just a young boy with a love for “Hee Haw” and FM radio when he
Rock Hall events salute Janis Joplin
Rock Hall events salute Janis Joplin CLEVELAND — The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is
TOOL TIPS
TOOL TIPS Stocking a kitchen isn’t just about the food. The right tools also save work. Here are
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Hubbard Park and Recreation Board, 7 p.m., council chambers, 220 W. Liberty St.
Commissioner suggests merging engineering departments
By PETER H. MILLIKEN YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County commissioner said he believes the county
Vatican explores possibility of alien life
VATICAN CITY (AP) — E.T., phone Rome. Four hundred years after it locked up Galileo for
Gains by Afghan women in jeopardy
Opinion: HERAT, Afghanistan — I came to this city of clean, tree-lined streets, near the Iranian border, to
Recognizing a nation’s debt to those who served it well
Editorial: Recognizing a nation’s debt to those who served it well There is only one living American left to
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 11, the 315th day of 2009. There are 50 days left in the year. This is
Many helped dedicate YSU’s Armed Forces Boulevard
Opinion: Many helped dedicate YSU’s Armed Forces Boulevard EDITOR: The Office of Veterans Affairs at
Pitt seeks signature victory vs. the Irish
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There wasn’t a hint of sunshine Tuesday at the University of Pittsburgh, which is
Best Buy starts sales of fitness equipment
NEW YORK (AP) — Best Buy Co. wants to get your pulse racing over more than the hottest new laptops
Valley home prices fall in third quarter
Home prices fell 5 percent in the Mahoning Valley in the third quarter, leaving the area with the
Iowa to start freshman QB Vandenberg vs. Ohio State
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Iowa quarterback James Vandenberg walked into a sporting goods store to shop
Something out of kilter
Opinion: Something out of kilter EDITOR: What is wrong with this picture? Many veterans must work on this
Business Digest
REGION MetroPlex center is sold to hospitality group LIBERTY — MetroPlex Hotel & Conference
First Night Friday event planned downtown
YOUNGSTOWN – The third in a series of First Night Fridays will be this Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at
License suspended pending state probe
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court has suspended Warren “Bo” Pritchard’s law license, effective
Baseball GMs pass on expanding instant replay
CHICAGO (AP) — Upon further review ... baseball general managers like instant replay the way it is.
Ohio edges Buffalo, 27-24, in MAC game
ASSOCIATED PRESS AMHERST, N.Y. — Matt Wellers 47-yard field goal with 1:25 left gave Ohio a 27-24
Slumping Pens shut out; Recchi gets 900th assist
BOSTON (AP) — Ex-Penguin Mark Recchi knows Sidney Crosby too well to think that his current slump
Warren police identify homicide victim
WARREN — Police have identified the body found in woods behind Western Reserve Middle School as
NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday’s games
Heat 90, Wizards 76 MIAMI — Dwyane Wade scored 41 points as Miami remained in first place in the
Water service to be improved for 5 facilities
The agreement will bring Columbiana County and Salem together. SALEM — Columbiana County
Businesses closed today
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today for Veterans
Abdul-Jabbar has leukemia
NEW YORK (AP) — Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is being treated for a rare form of leukemia, and the basketball
‘We can’t forget those guys’
‘We can’t forget those guys’ By WILLIAM K. ALCORN The best part of the war was the friends you
Recession hitting young people particularly hard
Opinion: All of us are keenly aware of the immediate struggles we face because of the current economic
Not-so-special teams hurt Penn St. in big games
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Joe Paterno wasn’t in a nostalgic mood, even with his seniors preparing to
Safin: Agassi should return titles
PARIS (AP) — Former No. 1-ranked Marat Safin believes that Andre Agassi should give his tennis
Vatican explores possibility of alien life
VATICAN CITY (AP) — E.T., phone Rome. Four hundred years after it locked up Galileo for
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