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Daltrey-Townshend land Super Bowl gig

NEW YORK (AP) — The Who will perform at halftime of the Super Bowl on Feb. 7. The NFL announced


Latest concussion doesn’t worry Roethlisberger

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger played one of the worst games of his NFL career one week after


Society Digest

Winter clothing drive LIBERTY — Winter clothing for the needy can be placed in barrels that are


LISA BREWER | MICHAEL KUTY

LISA BREWER MICHAEL KUTY GIRARD — St. Rose Church provided the setting at 2 p.m. Aug. 8 as the

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JEAN MARTINI | MYRON CRAWFORD

JEAN MARTINI MYRON CRAWFORD CLARION, Pa. — Jean B. Martini of Poland and Myron G. Crawford of

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MICHELLE CROOK | ANTOINE MEYER

MICHELLE CROOK ANTOINE MEYER COLUMBIANA — The Rev. Ken Kelley officiated May 30 at First United

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MELISSA ZELINA | RYAN STENGER

MELISSA ZELINA RYAN STENGER EAST LIVERPOOL — Exchanging marriage vows at 4:30 p.m. May 2 at First

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MICHELE SOOS | GEORGE JANOSKO

michele soos | george janosko michele soos george janosko PITTSBURGH — The Rev. Patrick O’Leary

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DAWN RICCIARDI | RYAN ROBINSON

DAWN RICCIARDI RYAN ROBINSON YOUNGSTOWN — Married at 1 p.m. Aug. 29 at Kidston Pavilion in Fellows

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MELISSA FERREIRA | CHRISTOPHER KALAVSKY

MELISSA FERREIRA CHRISTOPHER KALAVSKY KEY WEST, Fla. — The wedding of Melissa Ferreira and

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LORIANNE BERNAT | BERNIE GARRAH

LORIANNE BERNAT | BERNIE GARRAH LORIANNE BERNAT BERNIE GARRAH AVON — Holy Trinity Church was the

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LOUISE FREY | ROBERT KOTEL

LOUISE FREY ROBERT KOTEL MCDONALD — Louise Ashley Frey and Robert James Kotel, both of 3609 Vicary

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ERIN BRODERICK | ANDREW DEAK

ERIN BRODERICK ANDREW DEAK YOUNGSTOWN — Erin Kate Broderick and Andrew Deak were married at 1:30

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SARAH WALLACE | SAMUEL JONES

SARAH WALLACE SAMUEL JONES BELOIT — Sarah Lynn Wallace and Samuel Nathan Jones exchanged nuptial

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KATHLEEN RAYMOND | WILLIAM MERTEL

KATHLEEN RAYMOND WILLIAM MERTEL KATHLEEN RAYMOND WILLIAM MERTEL YOUNGSTOWN — Kathleen Raymond,

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COURTNEY BENNETT | BRIAN SANDERS

COURTNEY BENNETT BRIAN SANDERS CANFIELD — Courtney Leigh Bennett and Brian Clarke Sanders were

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SALLY MEGGITT | DR. ROBERT FITCH

SALLY MEGGITT | DR. ROBERT FITCH SALLY MEGGITT DR. ROBERT FITCH BILGOLA, Australia — Sally

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DENISE GIBBS | LOREN WHITE

DENISE GIBBS | LOREN WHITE DENISE GIBBS LOREN WHITE YOUNGSTOWN — Married at 3 p.m. Aug. 29 at

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KRISTA BOKESCH | MARK DUNLAP

krista bokesch | mark dunlap krista bokesch mark dunlap AUSTINTOWN — The wedding of Krista

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KIMBERLY KOHLER | TIMOTHY DIVITO

KIMBERLY KOHLER TIMOTHY DIVITO BOARDMAN — A reception at The Georgetown followed the Sept. 12

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CHOL YI | GARY HARRIS JR.

CHOL YI GARY HARRIS JR. BOARDMAN — Chol Yi, daughter of Soon Park and Kyong Hun Yi of Seoul, South

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BRENDA BUNGARD | JESSE JAMES

BRENDA BUNGARD JESSE JAMES CANFIELD — Brenda L. Bungard, daughter of Robert and Kimberly Bungard

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ELIZABETH BELL | JASON PALETTE

ELIZABETH BELL JASON PALETTE COLUMBIANA — At home in Poland after a honeymoon trip to Arizona are

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CHRISTINA HAAS | ANTHONY MANCINI

CHRISTINA HAAS ANTHONY MANCINI BOARDMAN — Boardman United Methodist Church was the setting Sept.

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ASHLEY MARTIG | STEVEN MOORE

ASHLEY MARTIG STEVEN MOORE DAMASCUS — The 4:30 p.m. June 20 wedding of Ashley Elizabeth Martig and

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DENISE PAVLIK | GREG ALLEN

DENISE PAVLIK GREG ALLEN STRUTHERS — Wedding vows were exchanged at 2 p.m. Aug. 22 at St. Nicholas

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Fall seasons provide plenty to savor

A few weeks ago, I was covering a Division II district volleyball semifinal at Boardman High School


Always the funny man

A convalescing clown spreads his joy to other patients at rehab center By JON MOFFETT

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Salvation Army serves annual holiday feast to 1,500

A purple dragon and a fat man in red entertained the kids. It wasn’t the turkey for Devon

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All in the Family

Twins John, Joe continue Stoops tradition at Mooney By JOE SCALZO One day this season, in the

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Flavor of crowd seeps to sideline

John Bassetti Instead of the perch, try the pits. During last week’s Mooney-Poland game at

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Firefighters promoted

The new officers were sworn in Wednesday. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Fire Department has some

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Video Athletic League plans tournament

Players as young as 8 can compete with written permission from parents. NILES — The concept of


Phantoms hoping home has skid cure

The Lincoln Stars will play twice this weekend at the Covelli Centre. By JOHN KOVACH

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Trumbull drug raid is ‘largest in history’

The crime sweep was dubbed ‘Operation Reclamation.’ WARREN — Eight people, some from Detroit,


2,000 expected to flock to 31st Turkey Trot

WARREN — The biggest running event in the history of the Youngstown-Warren area will be this morning


Mangini backs off injury accusations

BEREA (AP) — Frustration got the best of Browns coach Eric Mangini, who now regrets suggesting the


Family hails Biros ruling

‘Our family is so excited that we can finally celebrate a holiday,’ the murder victim’s sister said.

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Truck pulls electrical wires down

YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio Edison work crews were busy repairing electrical lines and supporting poles in the

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Area towing company wins award

CORTLAND — A tow truck owned by Harry “Bud” Rodgers, owner of Bud’s Towing, was recently selected by


‘What Thanksgiving is all about’

Sharing a moment before a Thanksgiving service Wednesday at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church in Youngstown are church members Oliver Eaton and minister Hazel Bradley.

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BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Health Center Rufat and Timara Saleh, Youngstown, boy, Nov. 24. Robert and Alicia


Woman and pup, together again

Opinion: Woman and pup, together again EDITOR: I recently purchased a puggle puppy at Petland in


A special thanks

Opinion: A special thanks EDITOR: Some weeks ago, The Vindicator published a story with pictures of


Much to be thankful for

Opinion: Much to be thankful for EDITOR: On this Thanksgiving, as always, I am thankful for my wonderful


NFL PREVIEW Today’s games

GREEN BAY (6-4) At DETROIT (2-8) Time: 12:35 p.m. TV: Fox CHANNELS 17/62, 8 and 53. Opening


Federer reclaims No. 1 ranking

LONDON (AP) — Roger Federer has reclaimed his spot at the top of the tennis world, securing the


Giants know reeling feeling

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The New York Giants just escaped their own month of misery. So they


Must win? Neither Ravens, Steelers can afford loss

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Back when linebacker Terrell Suggs was wearing anti-Steelers T-shirts during


Gallery show, sale begin Friday

The event will feature performances and artwork by professionals and students. NILES — The Art


holiday songs | 25 most-played

ASCAP’s 25 most-played holiday tunes, as of November 2008: 1. “Winter Wonderland,” Eurythmics 2.


Fitness center closes after 8 mos.

BOARDMAN — Signature Fitness and Health Center, which replaced Club South on Tiffany Boulevard in


Mahoning County Court filings

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth M. Zinz, 64, of 5185 Nashua Drive, Austintown, and


Bail for Polanski

Bail for Polanski GENEVA — A Swiss court has approved Roman Polanski’s bail offer of $4.5 million


To draw in holiday shoppers, it’s back to basics for retailers

NEW YORK (AP) — As stores prepare for hordes of Black Friday shoppers and mark down high-definition


Sentencing of business owner postponed

NILES—Sentencing of Robert Leonard, the first business owner convicted under the city’s revised


Play brings message to Powers

YOUNGSTOWN — “I Can’t Stop Loving You,” an original musical by Derrick Brinkley, is getting an extra


HOT TICKETS

Put down the turkey leg and step away from the table — Liquor Box is at Cedars tonight. This


Old school: Pitt old-fashioned, but successful

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pitt is as old school as it gets in college football, and it has nothing to do


Happy holiday, and remember: Be thankful

Dear Readers: Happy Thanksgiving to one and all. We hope you are fortunate enough to be spending the


Americans search for cheaper holiday trips

CHICAGO (AP) — Millions of Americans got an early jump on their Thanksgiving travel Wednesday, with


New-home sales rose 6.2 percent in October

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sales of new homes rose last month to the highest level in more than a year as


House panel to hear concerns over retirees’ pensions, benefits

WASHINGTON — The U.S. House Education and Labor Committee will conduct a hearing Wednesday on the


Years ago

Today is Thursday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2009. There are 35 days left in the year. This is


PESTS

PESTS On the move A look at some other pests that are benefiting or could benefit from global


Lambert: No apologies

NEW YORK (AP) — Adam Lambert admits he got carried away with his sexually charged American Music


2 earn MVFC 1st-team honors

YSU FOOTBALL Donald Jones and Mychal Savage were cited by the conference. ST. LOUIS, Mo. —


auditions \ Where to try out for roles

ACTORS “14th annual Stars of Tomorrow.” New Castle Playhouse, Augustine Auditorium, 202 E. Long


Police make arrest in armed-robbery cases

A small handgun was pointed at the Taco Bell manager. YOUNGSTOWN — Police have arrested a city


Cranberries are the fruit of family’s labor

The New Jersey cranberry farm traces its roots to 1868. BURLINGTON COUNTY, N.J. — Under a steel-


Rejuvenated Asleep ready to rock

When an iron is placed on the fire, what is not burned away emerges stronger than ever. That


YSU preps for Pitt

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State men’s basketball coach Jerry Slocum knows that his Penguins have a

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Texas wary of Aggies’ potential for upset

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas has taken control of its annual series with Oklahoma, gone 15-3


Roethlisberger practices; Steelers release defensive back Ratliff

PITTSBURGH — Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger practiced Wednesday despite sustaining a


Obama’s first pardon: A turkey called Courage

WASHINGTON (AP) — After 10 months in office, President Barack Obama granted his first pardon


Obama to commit US to cutting greenhouse gases

Obama to commit US to cutting greenhouse gases WASHINGTON — Putting his prestige on the line,


Announcement on troop increase set for Tuesday

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will announce his plan to bolster the war in Afghanistan in


WHERE TO GO || ENTERTAINMENT CHOICES IN AND AROUND GREATER YOUNGSTOWN

TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant


Virtues, flaws of our Founding Fathers’ principles

Opinion: Americans must rediscover the principles of the Founding Fathers to renew and revitalize America.


Gen-Y’ers find new way to share

Opinion: The turkey sat in the oven. A card table was pushed against the dining room table to make room for


Metro Digest

Two face charges NEW WATERFORD — New Waterford Police Chief Dan Haueter said Wednesday he has


Best bets on TV

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (9 a.m., NBC): It’s not really Thanksgiving until gigantic


Gen Xers growing tired of being taken for granted at work

CHICAGO (AP) — They’re antsy and edgy, tired of waiting for promotion opportunities at work as their


Salvation Army’s iconic kettles taking plastic to ease giving

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — There could be less jingle in the Salvation’s Army’s hallmark red


BRIDGE

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Barberton display boasts 35,000 lights

BARBERTON — The City of Barberton will host a display of 35,000 multicolored holiday lights as part


F.Y.I.

Theory of a Deadman to perform in concert AUSTINTOWN — Tickets go on sale at 11 a.m. Dec. 5 for a


Family, friends and church respond in time of need

Opinion: Family, friends and church respond in time of need EDITOR: This is about the people who have


Playhouse Youth Theatre picks up where it left off

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre was all set to open its production of “Charlie


Health-care debate enhanced

Akron Beacon Journal: Harry Reid faces a gargantuan task orchestrating the passage of legislation


Johnson 4-peat shadows challenging NASCAR season

HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — It’s too soon for Jimmie Johnson to contemplate his place in NASCAR history.


Stores hope earlier sales can beat penny-pinching

ORLANDO, Fla. — For retailers and holiday shoppers alike, this is a season of lowered expectations.


Business Digest

REGION Gas prices rise As Northeast Ohio motorists prepare to head to their Thanksgiving Day


Spikes hopes to return Sunday

San Francisco 49ers SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco linebacker Takeo Spikes hopes to


Stuff that stocking with music CDs

The holiday shopping season has arrived, meaning once again you have to figure out the perfect gift


‘Wet pajama treatment’ clears eczema for physician’s son

Q. Do you know about the “wet pajama” treatment for childhood eczema? Wet a pair of cotton pajamas


selected stocks

selected stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .58, 16.35 .12 Avalon


Economy changes office parties

At O’Keefe Communications, employees will celebrate the holidays this year as they did last, with a


Zipper-topped bags are handy for moving

Dear Heloise: We moved many times during my husband’s career in the Navy, and zipper-topped plastic


Never ask ‘why me;’ always say ‘thank you’

Opinion: Advice For Those Of Us Who Are Living With Cancer 1) Change your point of view. Think of yourself


Consumer group warns about toy hazards

WASHINGTON (AP) — Holiday shoppers should look out for toy hazards such as small parts, loud sounds,


QB Quinn supports embattled Weis

QB Quinn supports embattled Weis BEREA (AP) — Brady Quinn’s best game as a pro seemed to make him


Despite Great Recession of ’09, we have reasons for thanks

Editorial: One can understand why some in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys may look cynically upon today’s


Movie listings

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject


Austintown Township Parks 17th Annual Nature Photography Exhibit

Thirty-six photographers participated with 126 entries. The exhibit was sponsored by the Photo Place


Chia Obama is adman’s effort to honor president

The scene: A crowd at a political rally raises a tumult of adulation. Triumphal music rises.


Self-evident? Perceptions of our constitutional liberties are not without negative tensions.

Opinion: Self-evident? Perceptions of our constitutional liberties are not without negative tensions. By


Covelli experiments with ‘That’s Amore’

YOUNGSTOWN — Covelli Centre is experimenting with a cabaret-style setting for Tuesday night’s


Glimmer of hope: Jobless claims dip, spending rises

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a hopeful sign for the economy, the number of newly laid-off workers filing


Jellyfish swarms decimate Japan’s fishing industry

KOKONOGI, Japan (AP) — A blood-orange blob the size of a small refrigerator emerged from the dark


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